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Please note that many of our wonderful classes and programs are in high demand, have limited space and/or require pre-registration. We encourage you to call ahead to confirm availability: (440) 871-2900.

Planetarium Public Shows

Green Scene-St. Patrick's Day
Date:	Wednesday, March 17, 2010	Time/Duration:	10 - 11 a.m.
	Ages 1 - 5 with an adult	Fee:	$5/child
Turtles, toads, and trees! Explore all things green on St. Patrick's Day! Instructor: Maggie Watson This program requires advance registration. This program is currently Waiting List Only Status.

Spring Rain Barrel Workshop
Date:	Saturday, April 24, 2010	Time/Duration:	9 - 11 a.m.
	For adults and families: children ages 8 and up with at least one adult	Fee:	$80 first barrel; $50 each additional barrel
Make your own rain barrel to take home and begin using water straight from Mother Nature to nurture your garden and lawn. Build your barrel as an individual or make it a family project. Children who participate should be 8 years or older. ADULTS ONLY will operate power tools. Bring your own drill and jigsaw, if you have them! Instructor: Joe Reitz, Engineering Manager for the City of Avon Lake This program requires advance registration.

Eggstravaganza
Date:	Friday, April 2, 2010	Time/Duration:	For ages 1-3 with an adult: 9, 10 OR 11a.m For ages 3-5 with an adult: 12:30 OR 1:30 p.m. For ages 5-8 with an adult: 3 p.m.
	Ages 1-3; 3-5 or 5-8 with an adult	Fee:	$7/child; member $5/child
What’s more fun than a good old-fashioned egg hunt? Search the Center’s grounds for eggs and if you are lucky enough, you may even find a “golden egg”-- which will win you an “eggcellent” prize! Enjoy a visit with one of our resident long-eared hoppers. Weather not cooperating? We’ll move our hunt inside! Instructor: Maggie Watson This program requires advance registration. Some times are Waiting List Only Status. Please call the Center for openings.

Winter and Spring Animals a la Mode
Date:	Thursday, December 17 Friday, February 26 (Waiting List ONLY) Sunday, April 25	Time/Duration:	6 - 7:30 p.m. 6 - 7:30 p.m. 2 - 3:30 p.m.
	For families of ALL ages	Fee:	$5/person (1 and under free)
It's show time and you've never seen our animals like this! Live creatures will captivate the whole family as they (and maybe YOU) take center stage in our upbeat, interactive and educational show. Top off the outing with some delicious ice cream! Each program is unique--attend one or all. Instructor: Maggie Watson These programs require advance registration.

Family Campout Night 2010
Date:	Friday night to Saturday, June 18-19	Time/Duration:	6 p.m. Friday June 18 - 9:30 a.m. Saturday June 19
	For all ages	Fee:	$50/family; members $40/family
Want to try camping with your little ones, but don’t know where to start? Already a casual camping family looking for a reason to break out the old tent? This is the night for you! Our annual campout will include live animal visits, camping safety, fire-side stories, stargazing and breakfast. Purchase a boxed dinner or pack a picnic. Bring your own tent and sleep gear. A detailed letter with items to bring will be sent upon registration. In the event of inclement weather, all activities, including sleeping, will take place inside the Center. Instructors: Amy Martinez This program requires advanced registration.

Meet an Animal - Spring
Date:	Select Saturdays - See description	Time/Duration:	3 p.m
	All ages are welcome!	Fee:	Free!
Have a close encounter with the wildlife at Lake Erie Nature & Science Center during this free, family friendly, hands-on program! February 27 - The Opossum Come and visit with one of our most interesting educational animals. The lives of these ubiquitous, trash-eating suburban animals are poorly understood by most people. After listening, seeing and touching, you will leave with a newfound appreciation for these unique animals. March 6 - The Great Horned Owl People are intrigued by owls, especially the awesome Great Horned Owl. In this program, we will discuss interesting facts about the “Tiger of the Woods” while viewing a live one up-close and personal. March 13 - The Turkey Vulture: Buzzard, Bird-of-Prey, or Stork? With the help of our live Turkey Vulture, we’ll explore the misconceptions and fascinating truths about this commonly misunderstood animal. Director of Wildlife, Dave Wolf will discuss all the "gross-out" habints of this creratures including vomiting, bed-wetting, even nose-picking! (Are we talking about children or wildlife?) Not for the weak of stomach but everyone welcome! April 17 - The Screech Owl This owl is a common Ohio inhabitant but often overlooked because of its small size. We will have an unusual look at it (in the daylight and indoors) and discuss its life in the wild.

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