Tuesdays at Chateau-sur-Mer |
Thursdays in the Garden at Green Animals
Tuesdays at Chateau
July & August, 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Looking for some science fun this summer? Join us on the porch at Chateau-sur-Mer on Tuesdays in July and August for STEAM [Science Technology Engineering Art Math] projects from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. All are welcome – the programs are geared for budding scientists ages 6 and up with a grownup. Programs happen rain or shine.
House ticket required for all programs. To participate in programs, Non-Members pay an additional $5 per person, Members free.
July 9 - Dream Designer
Be the architect of your own dream house. We will create origami houses and their blueprints!
July 16 - Create your own Kaleidoscope
We will talk about light and color patterns as we create colorful kaleidoscopes using recycled materials.
July 23 - Leaf Prints
After exploring the Newport Mansions Arboretum, we will create leaf prints on rocks to take home.
July 30 - Kite Making
Design and create your own kite at Chateau-sur-Mer! We will test out our designs on the grounds and learn about the science behind kite flying.
August 6 - Geometric Bubbles!
Have you ever wanted to make a square bubble? Well, now is your chance! Join us for a bubble experiment on the grounds at Chateu-sur-Mer. Wewill try out pyramids and cubes, and you will have a chance to make your own!
August 13 - Make your own Meteor Shower
We will draw and create our own meteor shower just in time for the height of the Perseids Meteor Shower! We will learn about the elements that make the colors for meteor’s tails and learn about the best ways to watch.
August 20 - Arboretum Garden Lanterns
Join us for an Arboretum walk and find objects to make lanterns! Take your creations home to light up the summer nights.
Thursdays in the Garden at Green Animals
July & August, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us Thursdays at Green Animals Topiary Garden in Portsmouth, RI, for fun-filled mornings exploring the garden. Kids will have the opportunity to interact with the garden in many different ways, from flowers you can eat to yoga!
House ticket required for all programs. To participate in programs, Non-Members pay an additional $5 per person, Members free.
July 11 – ARTification
Discover the relationship between art and nature! Join us for a garden exploration and creativity in the garden. We will collect different materials from your garden walk and create natural works of art for you to take home! Materials and supplies included in your payment.
July 18 - Bug Buddies
Are you a good garden bug? Come and explore the world of bugs at Green Animals. In this hour long program, we will take to the plants with magnifying glasses and explore the good and harmful bugs in our garden. Back in the classroom, we’ll discuss what we learned and create our own garden bug! Materials and supplies included in your payment.
July 25 - Compost Kids
Go green and learn all about composting! In this hour long session, we will visit Green Animals’ incredible compost pile, learn what to compost, how to use it, and make a take home compost bin for your family! Please wear clothes that are okay getting dirty.
August 1 - Edible Flowers
Join us for a garden exploration you can eat! In this 90 minute program, come and learn about the salad you can grow in your own backyard. We’ll explore lettuces, micro-greens and many edible flowers. After crafting our salad, we’ll make an easy make at home salad dressing and enjoy our salads in the sunshine. Materials and supplies included in your payment.
August 8 - Kite Making
Design and create your own kite using materials collected from our garden walk! We’ll test out our kite designs on the grounds and learn about the science behind our kites.
August 15 – Hummingbird Garden
Join us for an exploration of all things hummingbirds! We’ll learn about their habitats and what hummingbirds love. You can make your very own hummingbird feeder and walk through the hummingbird tunnel!
August 22 – Garden Yoga for Kids
Kelly McDermott – Tenth Gate Yoga
Take a deep breath and experience yoga and meditation for parents and kids in the gorgeous Green Animals Topiary Garden. Led by Kelly McDermott from Tenth Gate Yoga in Portsmouth, RI, we will move, stretch and breathe in the garden. Please wear active clothes and bring your own yoga mats.