Geauga Park District
Space is still available, but limited, for adults in the developmental disability community who might like to visit The Rookery for some close-up experience with this park’s wetlands and the reptiles that call them home...
For more information and registration, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.
Exploring – Inclusively
July 21, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Space is still available, but limited, for adults in the developmental disability community who might like to visit The Rookery for some close-up experience with this park’s wetlands and the reptiles that call them home.
During Inclusive Experience: Wetlands & Reptiles, a naturalist will introduce some animals to view, then lead the group on a walk along the wetlands to discover some more.
Music & Movies Under The Stars
Enjoy free music and movies outdoors during the park district’s remaining Nights Out in the Park.
At Observatory Park from 8:30-11:30 p.m., join for a screening of “Encanto” on July 22 and “Singin’ in the Rain” on Aug. 12. Both movies begin at dusk. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and refreshments. Movies will be shown indoors if inclement weather.
On Aug. 19 from 7-8:30 p.m., enjoy the music of Jim and Beth Miller, an acoustic duo covering folk and blues songs of the ‘60s and ‘70s at Big Creek Park, Amphitheater.
Virtual Astronomy
Virtual visitors will be treated to the following astronomy topics all from 7-8 p.m. via Zoom: Amazing Exoplanets on July 28, Finding Black Holes on Aug. 25 and Cleveland’s Cosmic Connections on Sept. 22. Register to receive a link to participate.
Nature Fun For Seniors
Summertime offerings for seniors include naturalist-led hikes and Elderberries experiences.
Seniors may register to join a naturalist on a Geauga Walkers hike Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m.: Aug. 1 at Whitlam Woods, Aug. 15 at Swine Creek Reservation, Aug. 29 at Big Creek Park, Sept. 12 at Burton Wetlands Nature Preserve and Sept. 26 at Orchard Hills Park. For a complete schedule, including walks outside of the parks, call the Geauga Senior Center at 440-279-2167.
Register to attend Elderberries: Astronomy Night on Sept. 21, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Observatory Park. The program is always co-presented by the Geauga County Department on Aging and University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center. Enjoy a planetarium show, an outdoor astronomy activity and finish the evening with night sky viewing, weather permitting, to see the planets, nebula and other celestial features. Plus, the Ohman Family Living at Blossom will provide a meal for everyone beginning at 6:30 p.m.
