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Explore the natural world with us through hands-on workshops, library programs, and community gatherings. Find your next opportunity to learn, discover, and take part.
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Native Plants, Pollinators, and Southern Grasslands
Join Nature on the Brink and Tellus Science Museum for a day of learning and connection.
Saturday, March 20, 2027
9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Eastern
Tellus Science Museum · Cartersville, Georgia
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Vermiculture: or How to Raise Worms In-Person Learn about the creatures beneath the dirt! Join us for a presentation by Southeastern Grasslands Institute about vermiculture, the process of using worms to […]
Chicken Storytime with SGI! In-Person Join us for a special storytime and activity with our friend Ms. Jodi from the Southeastern Grasslands Institute! Children must be accompanied by an adult. […]
Discover how plants travel without ever moving their roots in this fun, hands-on library program all about seed distribution! School-age participants will explore the amazing ways seeds spread—by wind, water, […]
Unearth A Story invites preschoolers to dig into the wonders beneath their feet through stories, sensory play, and hands-on discovery. Children will explore soil, worms, roots, and tiny underground creatures […]
Join us at the library for a hands-on Bee Hotel program designed especially for school-age youth! In this engaging and educational activity, participants will learn about the fascinating world of […]
Dive into a sea of stories, imagination, and fun during **Oceans of Love Preschool Story Time** at the Hickory Flat Library! Designed especially for preschool-aged children and their caregivers, this […]
Join us at the library for a hands-on Bee Hotel program designed especially for school-age youth! In this engaging and educational activity, participants will learn about the fascinating world of […]
Discover the fascinating connection between **poetry and plants** through the life and work of Emily Dickinson. Known today as one of America’s most celebrated poets, Dickinson was also a passionate […]
Hop on over to the library for a **frogtastic preschool adventure!** Young nature lovers will discover the wonderful world of frogs through engaging stories, silly songs, movement, and hands-on fun. […]
Join us for **“Exploring Ecosystems – Mini Terrariums,”** an exciting open library event for youth where participants will discover how ecosystems work by creating their own miniature living world! Young […]
Bring nature to your community
Planning a library program, school activity, garden club meeting, or community event? We’d love to explore a nature education experience for your group.
