Weedon Island Preserve
1800 Weedon Drive NE, St. Petersburg

Thursday, Oct. 9
10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
Wee-time at Weedon: The Acorn and the Oak Tree

Introduce your preschooler to the wonders of the natural world at this free Wee-time at Weedon program. This week’s program is The Acorn and the Oak Tree by Lori Froeb. In this book, children will follow an acorn as it falls off the old oak tree, takes root, goes through some hard times and becomes a big, strong oak. A hands-on craft or other activity is included. Free. Registration required by calling (727) 453-6500.

Thursday, Oct. 23
10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
Wee-time at Weedon: The Lorax
Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg

Introduce your preschooler to the wonders of the natural world at this free Wee-time at Weedon program. This week’s program is The Lorax by Dr. Seuss. This book is a story about how cutting down trees can affect the animals that depend on them. It does a great job of introducing children to the idea that everything in nature is connected. Free. Registration required by calling (727) 453-6500.

Brooker Creek Preserve
3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs

Thursday, Oct. 9
10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
Book Time at Brooker Creek – Stellaluna

Introduce your preschooler to the wonders of the natural world. This Book Time features Stellaluna by Janell Canon. This tale is about a young bat that finds herself in a bird’s nest and is forced to behave like a bird. She eventually shows her bird siblings about life as a bat that promotes them to investigate the differences between birds and bats. This program also includes a craft, game or other hands-on activity related to the story. Best for children ages 3 to 5. Free. Registration is required by calling (727) 453-6800.

Thursday, Oct. 23
10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
Book Time at Brooker Creek – The Very Busy Spider

Introduce your preschooler to the wonders of the natural world with the book The Very Busy Spider by Eric Carle. This enchanting tale highlights the life of a busy little spider as she weaves her web. This program also includes a craft, game or other hands-on activity related to the story. Best for children ages 3 to 5. Free. Registration is required by calling (727) 453-6800.

Wednesday, Oct. 29
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Creepy Critters and Boo Time Stories

Bring the whole family to learn about Halloween favorites like owls, spiders and bats. Join for a short evening hike along the boardwalk to look and listen for common creatures of the night. End the evening with a fun boo time story. Free. Recommended for families with children 5 years or older. Space is limited so to register, call (727) 453-6800.

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333 Chestnut Street
Clearwater, FL 33756
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