A few other holidays, too!
Celebrate the fall with art! This session will be an oil pastel drawing of a pumpkin. Learn about line, proportion, color blending, and light and shadow. All materials provided. Adults. Preregister.
Get in the Halloween mood with an afternoon of spooky crafts! For school age kids (5+ years). No registration.
Decorate a tote bag to fill with goodies tonight and books year-round! Ages 0 - 5. Registration required.
Come to our library and make a tower out of spaghetti and marshmallows! All supplies will be provided.
What are you crafting in Halloween? Visit the Maker Lab @ Herndon Library and create Halloween-themed crafts. Create "Trick or Treat" vinyl or Halloween related designs on Cricut machine. Supplies and instructions are provided.
When our son was little - and beyond - we'd pack up my mom and the dog and head to Great Country Farms almost every weekend to pick whatever was available Back to School means it is time to pick apples! We have a wide variety of apple trees, so there is something for everyone […]
Join Great Country Farms for an Unforgettable Dino-Mite Experience This Fall! Step back in time and witness dinosaurs roaming the pumpkin fields at Great Country Farms in partnership with Dino+Refuge - the renowned dinosaur conservation program focused on the rescue, research, and rehabilitation of prehistoric creatures. After numerous discussions, Farmer Andrew and the paleontologists at Dino+Refuge have concluded that dinosaurs love to eat pumpkins! Don’t miss your chance to see these giants feast during our exclusive Dino Fest, running select dates from October 31st through November 24th. This family-friendly adventure is packed with fun and discovery! Wander through the farm, but keep your eyes peeled-you might just spot a dinosaur’s footprint or hear rustling in the corn maze. What to Expect: Walk amongst life-sized, roaring dinosaurs as they explore the farm. Learn from our paleontologists and farm experts how dinosaur tracks and behaviors are surprisingly similar to the farm’s own egg-laying hens. Immerse yourself in an interactive experience where prehistoric creatures meet the traditions of fall farm fun. Snap a picture with our dinosaurs and make memories that will last a lifetime! Don’t miss out! This is a limited-time event and the dinosaurs leave for good on November 24, 2024. Book your tickets now before this dino-tastic adventure becomes extinct! Admission Includes Dinosaur Attractions 16+ life-size dinosaurs and encounters with our infant dinosaurs including our baby T-Rex and […]
(2-Adult) Prepare for a morning full of magic tricks and fun as Drew Blue Shoes performs in our Visitor Center Auditorium. Drew’s shows will have kids turn into real magicians as they’ll pull coins from their ears, produce bananas wherever they look, and make rubber chickens fly! Registration is required for everyone ages 2 and […]
Join us for a 45 minute stroller based workout for moms or caregivers. Don't worry, there will be lots of engagement with the littles in the stroller. Rhymes, songs, numbers, letters, animals...... we got it covered! Children under 6 must be in stroller for duration of class. 6 and over are welcome, we'll have a table set […]
Enjoy a never-ending stream of bubbles while dancing to kid-friendly music! For ages 2 and up, with an accompanying adult. No registration.
Bingo + Gentle Exercises = BINGOCIZE®: Bingocize® is an evidence-based program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercises (seated or standing) and fall prevention information. Participants play bingo, win prizes, and meet new people while learning about techniques to reduce falls and increase activity. This program meets Wednesdays and Fridays from October 2 […]
Learn about Diwali the "Festival of Lights," celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists around the world. This is an event for families. We will have craft stations, storytime and Light refreshments from the Indian restaurant, Aditi to celebrate Diwali. Please register every attendee.
