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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181229
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20181206T145711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T145711Z
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SUMMARY:Hitchcock Center Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchcock Center will be closed Saturday\, December 22 – Tuesday\, January 1. We will re-open Wednesday\, January 2.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/hitchcock-center-closed-18/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181228
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20181206T145644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T145644Z
UID:10001301-1545868800-1545955199@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Hitchcock Center Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchcock Center will be closed Saturday\, December 22 – Tuesday\, January 1. We will re-open Wednesday\, January 2.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/hitchcock-center-closed-17/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181227
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20181206T145546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T145546Z
UID:10001300-1545782400-1545868799@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Hitchcock Center Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchcock Center will be closed Saturday\, December 22 – Tuesday\, January 1. We will re-open Wednesday\, January 2.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/hitchcock-center-closed-16/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181226
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20181206T145519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T145519Z
UID:10001299-1545696000-1545782399@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Hitchcock Center Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchcock Center will be closed Saturday\, December 22 – Tuesday\, January 1. We will re-open Wednesday\, January 2.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/hitchcock-center-closed-15/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181225
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20181206T145455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T145455Z
UID:10001298-1545609600-1545695999@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Hitchcock Center Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchcock Center will be closed Saturday\, December 22 – Tuesday\, January 1. We will re-open Wednesday\, January 2.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/hitchcock-center-closed-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181224
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20181206T145430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T145430Z
UID:10001297-1545523200-1545609599@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Hitchcock Center Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchcock Center will be closed Saturday\, December 22 – Tuesday\, January 1. We will re-open Wednesday\, January 2.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/hitchcock-center-closed-13/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181223
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20181206T145406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T145406Z
UID:10001296-1545436800-1545523199@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Hitchcock Center Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchcock Center will be closed Saturday\, December 22 – Tuesday\, January 1. We will re-open Wednesday\, January 2.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/hitchcock-center-closed-12/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181220T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181220T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180603T161631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T161631Z
UID:10001093-1545319800-1545327000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play outdoors! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Now going into its fifth year\, Girls into the Wild is designed to get girls outside\, playing and engaging with nature in their own way. Instructor Katie Koerten strives to offer games and activities that each girl can participate in at her own comfort level\, from climbing trees\, to playing camouflage in the forest\, to running and whooping wildly through fields – all while noticing the birds that are singing\, the flowers that are blooming and the animals that are leaving tracks behind. Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 13 – December 20 (no program Nov. 22)\nMembers: $355/Non-members: $425
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-94/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181219T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181219T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180603T155638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T155638Z
UID:10001079-1545233400-1545240600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. Please note: there will be a different educators for Mondays and Wednesdays.\n \nWednesdays: 3:30pm-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 12 – December 19 (no class November 21)\nExtended days: Sept 26\, Oct 17\, Dec 12\nMembers: $380/Non-members: $475
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-119/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180815T151855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T202313Z
UID:10001137-1545220800-1545224400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Living Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Did you know the Hitchcock Center is a Living Building? It is designed to model systems in nature\, it’s net zero energy and water\, has composting toilets\, and has been made with responsibly sourced non-toxic materials. Bring your questions and come find out what good can look like in the built environment at one of our bi-monthly tours. Tours typically last from 1-1.5 hours. \nFirst Fridays at 4pm: September 7\, October 5\, November 2\, December 6\nThird Wednesdays at 12pm: August 15\, September 19\, October 17\, December 19 (No tour November 21)\nFREE but please register online \n\nPrivate Building Tours\nThe Hitchcock Center offers private group building tours\, based on availability. The fee for these tours is $50/group for a one hour weekday tour (during business hours). Please limit group size to 15-20 for the best experience. Please contact Jessica Schultz\, Living Building Coordinator\, to arrange your group’s tour. \nNote: We are pleased to be able to offer Spanish language translators for our building tours. If you or someone you know could benefit from translation\, please let us know in advance\, so that we may schedule a translator for your tour date. \nWhile you’re here\, check out our neighbors over at the R.W. Kern Center at Hampshire College\, another Living Building Challenge project.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/living-building-tour-39/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181217T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181217T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180603T153936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T153936Z
UID:10001065-1545060600-1545067800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. Please note: there will be a different educators for Mondays and Wednesdays. \nMondays: 3:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 17 – December 17 (no class October 8)\nMembers: $295/Non-members $365
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-105/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20181024T203815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T204247Z
UID:10001161-1544968800-1544976000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count for Kids and Families
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, December 16\n2-4pm\nFree\, Registration appreciated\n \nDo you want to learn more about birds? Would you like to contribute to science? Join birdwatchers all over America in the Christmas Bird Count (CBC)! The Hitchcock Center is hosting its first ever CBC for kids and their families on Sunday\, December 16 from 2:00-4:00pm. The CBC is a 118-year old event in which bird lovers of all ages and skill levels count all the birds they see in a 24-hour period in December. At this program\, we’ll meet at the Hitchcock Center for an indoor program about how to recognize common birds\, followed by an outdoor bird count. Educator Katie Koerten will facilitate a bird count for kids and their families on the grounds of the Hitchcock Center – we’ll count every bird we see! Stay as long as you wish. Later that evening she will report the data we collect at the official CBC compilation meeting. Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to a real bird census! This event is rain\, slow\, sleet or shine. Families may stay for as much time as they wish but we recommend you come for the indoor portion in order to get introduced to the common winter species we are likely to see. Binoculars welcome but not required.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/christmas-bird-count-for-kids-and-families/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180603T140816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T140816Z
UID:10001007-1544792400-1544799600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: Mammal Friends
DESCRIPTION:with Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Afternoon session: 1:00-3:00pm\nSeptember 14\, 28 (no September 21) October 12\, 19\, 26 (no October 5) November 9\, 16\, 30 (no November 2\, 23) December 7\, 14\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $255 \nThrough live animal observations\, puppets\, stories\, games and crafts\, Colleen will introduce the children to local mammals living right in our backyards. Squirrels\, deer\, skunks\, and raccoons will be just a few of the friends we’ll make during our ten weeks together. An adult is required to attend with each child. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-mammal-friends-20/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181214T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181214T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180603T135817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T135817Z
UID:10000997-1544779800-1544787000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: Mammal Friends
DESCRIPTION:with Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30-11:30am\nSeptember 14\, 28 (no September 21) October 12\, 19\, 26 (no October 5) November 9\, 16\, 30 (no November 2\, 23) December 7\, 14\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $255 \nThrough live animal observations\, puppets\, stories\, games and crafts\, Colleen will introduce the children to local mammals living right in our backyards. Squirrels\, deer\, skunks\, and raccoons will be just a few of the friends we’ll make during our ten weeks together. An adult is required to attend with each child. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-mammal-friends-10/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180603T161546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T161546Z
UID:10001092-1544715000-1544722200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play outdoors! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Now going into its fifth year\, Girls into the Wild is designed to get girls outside\, playing and engaging with nature in their own way. Instructor Katie Koerten strives to offer games and activities that each girl can participate in at her own comfort level\, from climbing trees\, to playing camouflage in the forest\, to running and whooping wildly through fields – all while noticing the birds that are singing\, the flowers that are blooming and the animals that are leaving tracks behind. Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 13 – December 20 (no program Nov. 22)\nMembers: $355/Non-members: $425
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-93/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180603T155552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T155552Z
UID:10001078-1544621400-1544635800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. Please note: there will be a different educators for Mondays and Wednesdays.\n \nWednesdays: 3:30pm-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 12 – December 19 (no class November 21)\nExtended days: Sept 26\, Oct 17\, Dec 12\nMembers: $380/Non-members: $475
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-118/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181211T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180816T191716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T194034Z
UID:10001141-1544551200-1544556600@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:How to Talk About Environmental Issues
DESCRIPTION:Most people spend very little time talking about environmental issues with their colleagues\, friends and family members. Yet research shows that these are exactly the conversations we need to be having in order to promote greater public engagement with the conservation and sustainability challenges we face. Join Ezra Markowitz Umass professor and researcher of Climate Ethics and Intergenerational decision-making and the environment. In this talk\, he will present some of the research he and others have done on the key role of interpersonal communication—everyday social interactions and conversations—in conservation efforts. He will then highlight how this work can be used to support pro-environmental decision-making across a variety of issues. \nwith Ezra Markowitz\, Assistant Professor of Environmental Decision-Making \nDonations and registration appreciated
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/conservation-through-conversation-promoting-environmental-stewardship-through-interpersonal-communication/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180604T145726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T145726Z
UID:10001117-1544522400-1544536800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Discovery Day: Ew\, That’s Gross!
DESCRIPTION:Do you love science and nature? Do you want to see what the Hitchcock Homeschool program is all about? Sign up for our Discovery Days\, our one-time programs about science and nature. In a mixed-age setting\, we explore cool topics at the Hitchcock Center\, meet science experts\, and sometimes go on field trips. Our Discovery Day programs are appropriate for everyone from first time to veteran homeschoolers\, and we welcome almost-6 year olds who are interested in joining our class in the spring. This is designed as a drop-off program. Limited to 12 participants per program. \nSeptember 11: Quabbin Reservoir Discovery with Katie Koerten\nOctober 2: The Forest That Stinks! with Katie Koerten\nNovember 6: Marvelous Mammals with Jeff Mazur\nDecember 11: Ew\, That’s Gross! with Jeff Mazur \nwith Katie Koerten or Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays 10am-2pm\nSeptember 11\, October 2\, November 6\, December 11 \nMembers: $45 per program/Non-members: $55 per program\nAges 6-12
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-discovery-day-ew-thats-gross/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181210T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181210T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180603T153850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T153850Z
UID:10001064-1544455800-1544463000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. Please note: there will be a different educators for Mondays and Wednesdays. \nMondays: 3:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 17 – December 17 (no class October 8)\nMembers: $295/Non-members $365
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-104/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180815T150035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180815T150035Z
UID:10001130-1544263200-1544266800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Family Science: Counting Winter Birds
DESCRIPTION:Join us for seasonal nature and science programs each second Saturday of the month. Designed for children with their parents\, these programs will explore cool topics in nature. \nSaturdays\, September 8\, October 13\, November 10\, December 8\n10-11am\nFree\nRegistration appreciated. Groups of 6 or more please call ahead. \nSeptember 8: What Do Snakes Do?\nWhat are turtles and snakes doing this time of year? Come visit the Hitchcock reptiles and meet Cob\, our new corn snake! \nOctober 13: Colors of Fall\nHow many colors of leaves can you find? Learn about why the leaves change colors in fall. \nNovember 10: Oh Deer!\nOne of our most common\, yet quiet mammals: come learn about the lives of white-tailed deer. \nDecember 8: Counting Winter Birds with Heidi Stemple\, Guest Teacher\nLearn about the birds that stay all winter\, and the citizen scientists that count them\, with local children’s author Heidi Stemple. \n\nWeather Cancellation Policy\nIf we cancel this program due to in-climate weather\, we will post the cancellation on our website by 9am. Please check the website before coming to the program.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/saturday-family-science-counting-winter-birds/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20181101T153527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T153527Z
UID:10001164-1544209200-1544212800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Viewing the Night Sky
DESCRIPTION:James will provide telescopes and help us view constellations\, planets\, galaxies and stars from our Hitchcock hilltop. We’ll discuss what we are viewing including science facts as well as legends from other cultures that teach deeper lessons about how we can connect with the sky. Dress for the weather\, bring a flashlight\, and be prepared to expand your horizons! \nThis event will be held rain or clear. Indoor astronomy activities will be planned in case of cloudy or inclement weather. \nwith James Lowenthal\, Professor of Astronomy at Smith College\, International Dark-Sky Association\nFriday\, October 12\, 8-9pm\nFriday\, November 2\, 7:30- 8:30pm\nFriday\, December 7\, 7-8pm\nFREE\, Registration appreciated
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/viewing-the-night-sky-6/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180815T151539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T202244Z
UID:10001134-1544198400-1544202000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Living Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Did you know the Hitchcock Center is a Living Building? It is designed to model systems in nature\, it’s net zero energy and water\, has composting toilets\, and has been made with responsibly sourced non-toxic materials. Bring your questions and come find out what good can look like in the built environment at one of our bi-monthly tours. Tours typically last from 1-1.5 hours. \nFirst Fridays at 4pm: September 7\, October 5\, November 2\, December 7\nThird Wednesdays at 12pm: August 15\, September 19\, October 17\, December 19 (No tour November 21)\nFREE but please register online \n\nPrivate Building Tours\nThe Hitchcock Center offers private group building tours\, based on availability. The fee for these tours is $50/group for a one hour weekday tour (during business hours). Please limit group size to 15-20 for the best experience. Please contact Jessica Schultz\, Living Building Coordinator\, to arrange your group’s tour. \nNote: We are pleased to be able to offer Spanish language translators for our building tours. If you or someone you know could benefit from translation\, please let us know in advance\, so that we may schedule a translator for your tour date. \nWhile you’re here\, check out our neighbors over at the R.W. Kern Center at Hampshire College\, another Living Building Challenge project.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/living-building-tour-36/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180603T140717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T140717Z
UID:10001006-1544187600-1544194800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: Mammal Friends
DESCRIPTION:with Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Afternoon session: 1:00-3:00pm\nSeptember 14\, 28 (no September 21) October 12\, 19\, 26 (no October 5) November 9\, 16\, 30 (no November 2\, 23) December 7\, 14\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $255 \nThrough live animal observations\, puppets\, stories\, games and crafts\, Colleen will introduce the children to local mammals living right in our backyards. Squirrels\, deer\, skunks\, and raccoons will be just a few of the friends we’ll make during our ten weeks together. An adult is required to attend with each child. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-mammal-friends-19/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180603T135724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T135724Z
UID:10000996-1544175000-1544182200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Discovery Preschool: Mammal Friends
DESCRIPTION:with Colleen Kelley\nAges 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child)\nFridays\, Morning session: 9:30-11:30am\nSeptember 14\, 28 (no September 21) October 12\, 19\, 26 (no October 5) November 9\, 16\, 30 (no November 2\, 23) December 7\, 14\nMembers: $205/Non-members: $255 \nThrough live animal observations\, puppets\, stories\, games and crafts\, Colleen will introduce the children to local mammals living right in our backyards. Squirrels\, deer\, skunks\, and raccoons will be just a few of the friends we’ll make during our ten weeks together. An adult is required to attend with each child. Limited to 12 families per session.
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-discovery-preschool-mammal-friends-9/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180603T161503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T161503Z
UID:10001091-1544110200-1544117400@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Girls into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes you just need to run\, explore and play outdoors! That’s what we do at Girls into the Wild\, and lots more. Now going into its fifth year\, Girls into the Wild is designed to get girls outside\, playing and engaging with nature in their own way. Instructor Katie Koerten strives to offer games and activities that each girl can participate in at her own comfort level\, from climbing trees\, to playing camouflage in the forest\, to running and whooping wildly through fields – all while noticing the birds that are singing\, the flowers that are blooming and the animals that are leaving tracks behind. Come build your confidence and show your wild side! Families provide their own transportation to the Hitchcock Center. \nwith Katie Koerten\nAges 8-11\, Grades 3-5\nThursdays\, 3:30-5:30pm\nSeptember 13 – December 20 (no program Nov. 22)\nMembers: $355/Non-members: $425
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/girls-into-the-wild-92/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20181115T145013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181115T153011Z
UID:10001165-1544036400-1544041800@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Current Environmental Justice Legislation & Initiatives
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Ellen Story\, Claire Higgins\, and Jo Comerford.\nMore details to come… \nOrganized in partnership with Pete Westover\, Hampshire College\, and the Roddenberry Foundation. \nWednesday\, December 5th\, 7-8:30pm\nRegistration appreciated
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/current-environmental-justice-legislation-initiatives/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180603T155457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T155457Z
UID:10001077-1544023800-1544031000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. Please note: there will be a different educators for Mondays and Wednesdays.\n \nWednesdays: 3:30pm-5:30pm\, extended days 1:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 12 – December 19 (no class November 21)\nExtended days: Sept 26\, Oct 17\, Dec 12\nMembers: $380/Non-members: $475
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-117/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180604T145040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T145040Z
UID:10001113-1543917600-1543932000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool II: Citizen Science!
DESCRIPTION:Calling all future scientists! Citizen scientists are people — young or old — who help collect data for research projects. We will work with local researchers and on national science projects\, collecting data that matters! For this homeschool series we will be diving into different science projects and asking lots of questions\, such as: How healthy is our local population of salamanders? When do our monarch butterflies migrate? When do our leaves drop? And more! Kids can offer a new way of looking at an issue\, so bring your scientific mind\, observation skills and unique perspective to our class. Through observation\, special guests\, field trips\, and surveys\, we will study the world around us and contribute to science while also having fun\, exploring and playing games. Limited to 12 participants \nwith Jeff Mazur\nTuesdays\, 10am-2pm\nSeptember 18\, 25\, October 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, November 13\, 20\, 27\, December 4 (No class October 2 or November 6)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-ii-citizen-science-10/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180604T144026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T144026Z
UID:10001103-1543917600-1543932000@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool I: Incredible Insects (And Other Arthropods!)
DESCRIPTION:Honey\, we shrunk the homeschoolers! Get ready to become very tiny this fall as we get down on a bug’s level. At Homeschool I we’ll discover the insects and other arthropods\, such as spiders\, millipedes and crustaceans that share our home with us. From butterfly to bumblebee\, and cockroach to click beetle we’ll find out the characteristics that make these animals amazing survivors. We’ll learn about insect defense strategies\, communication\, and how many insects help humans in our everyday lives! Through collection and observation\, field trips and art projects\, we will study the insects and arthropods of our local habitats and beyond. By the end of our class\, you might just ask yourself\, where would the world “bee” without insects? Space is limited. Limited to 12 participants. \nwith Katie Koerten\nTuesdays\, 10am-2pm\nSeptember 18\, 25\, October 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, November 13\, 20\, 27\, December 4 (No class October 2 or November 6)\nMembers: $450/Non-members: $560
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/homeschool-i-incredible-insects-and-other-arthropods-10/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181203T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181203T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115953
CREATED:20180603T153803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180603T153803Z
UID:10001063-1543851000-1543858200@www.hitchcockcenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Play Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here\, and school has started\, and your kids still want to be outside! Hitchcock’s Nature Play Afterschool Program is designed to let kids be kids. Together we will run\, jump\, climb\, invent\, imagine\, play and be a free-range kids all while developing self-confidence and learning valuable social skills. During Fall Nature Play we will explore wooded trails and fields\, play in and near streams\, build forts\, climb trees\, make new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us and use our imaginations. Our instructors provide a safe structure for children to explore nature and encourages children to stretch their limits as they balance on logs\, hold salamanders\, or co-create new games with their peers. Please note: there will be a different educators for Mondays and Wednesdays. \nMondays: 3:30pm-5:30pm\nSeptember 17 – December 17 (no class October 8)\nMembers: $295/Non-members $365
URL:https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/event/nature-play-afterschool-103/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Center for the Environment\, 845 West Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
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