NOTE: Below Events are listed by Registration Date Deadline
HOMESCHOOL DAY AT THE OXBOW - FORESTRY
Have you ever wondered how old that tree is that’s near your house? Attend this Oxbow program to learn the skills needed to identify types of trees, estimate the height of a tree, measure its girth and estimate its age. Students will search for the Oxbow’s champion tree. Most of the program will be in an outdoor setting -- hats and water are required.
Where: Oxbow Eco-Center - 5400 NE Saint James Drive, Port Saint Lucie 34983
When: Thursday, 2/6/2014 | 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM (Start times by grade. See below for times)
Who: Children in grades K-12 as follows: 10AM - Noon: K - 4th; 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM: 5th - 12th
How: Reservations Required. Call 772-785-5833 or email oxbow@stlucieco.org
Registration Deadline: Until capacity is met
Cost: $3
For more info: Call 772-785-5833 or visit www.oxboweco.com
JEWELRY MAKING WITH BOBBIE AT THE OXBOW
We all know that home-made gifts are the most meaningful. Now here’s your chance to wow a loved one by creating one-of-a-kind jewelry designed just for them. Don’t forget Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Do you have a sentimental piece of jewelry that you would like to revive again or use in more than one piece to share with several members of your family? Oxbow volunteer Bobbie Richards will help you create pieces that are unique.
Where: Oxbow Eco-Center - 5400 NE Saint James Drive, Port Saint Lucie 34983
When: Friday, 2/7/2014 | 05:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Who: Ages 12 and older
How: Reservations Required. Call 772-785-5833 or email oxbow@stlucieco.org
Registration Deadline: Until capacity is met
Cost: $20 includes all supplies - special offer get $5 off the class when you purchase $15 or more of handmade jewelry at the Oxbow gift store
For more info: Call 772-785-5833 or visit www.oxboweco.com
GRACEWAY VILLAGE 2nd ANNUAL BUTTERFLY KISSES FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE
Dance to benefit Grace Way Village and Hope's Closet 4 Children. Light luncheon, music and dancing, photo opportunities, games, glamour and glitz stations, arts and crafts, silent auction, arts and crafts.
Where: Pelican Yacht Club - 1120 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce 34949
Where: Pelican Yacht Club - 1120 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce 34949
When: Sunday, 2/9/2014 | 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Who: Fathers and daughters
How: RSVP to Monique at 772-370-0609
Registration Deadline: 2/1/2014
Registration Deadline: 2/1/2014
Cost: $75 per father/daughter couple, $25 for each additional child
For more info: Call 772-370-0609
DADDY/DAUGHTER VALENTINE DANCE
Dad and Granddads, don't miss out on this opportunity to take your special girl(s) out for a memorable evening. Entertainment, dancing, goodie bags, a keepsake photo and a raffle for a dinner and a corsage for four daddy/daughter couples is included.
Where: Port Saint Lucie Community Center - 2195 SE Airoso Boulevard, PSL 34984
Where: Port Saint Lucie Community Center - 2195 SE Airoso Boulevard, PSL 34984
When: Friday, 2/14/14 | 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Who: Girls ages 2 to 11 and their fathers/grandfathers
How: Preregistration required. Call 772-878-2277
Registration Deadline: 2/1 to be included in the raffle or 2/4 for event only
Registration Deadline: 2/1 to be included in the raffle or 2/4 for event only
Cost: $11.50 per child (fathers/grandfathers free)
For more info: Call 772-878-2277
ART CLASS AT THE OXBOW
The Oxbow’s monthly Art Class will literally “Finding Nature’s Zentangles.” Treasure Coast Art Association teams up with Oxbow to present this fun and Zentangleart class. Certified Zentangle Instructor Debbie Perdue will present creative yet relaxing nature inspired patterns that are beautifully easy to do whenever you feel the need to “Zen.”
Where: Oxbow Eco-Center - 5400 NE Saint James Drive, Port Saint Lucie 34983
When: Saturday, 2/15/2014 | 10:00 AM
Who: Ages 12 and older
How: Reservations Required. Call 772-785-5833 or email oxbow@stlucieco.org
Registration Deadline: Until capacity is met
Cost: $20 includes all supplies - special offer get $5 off the class when you purchase $15 or more of handmade jewelry at the Oxbow gift store
For more info: Call 772-785-5833 or visit www.oxboweco.com
SPRING BREAK CAMP AT THE SMITHSONIAN MARINE ECOSYSTEMS EXHIBIT
No school? No worries! SMEE is offering a day of sea-soaked fun and learning for your spring-breakers. Campers will enjoy marine science activities at the Aquarium and outdoors including crafts and mangrove exploration. Participants should bring lunch, water shoes, water bottle and sun screen. A snack will be provided. Registration opens 2/20/14.
Where: Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit - 420 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce 34949
Where: Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit - 420 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce 34949
When: Friday, 3/21/14 | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Who: Children ages 6 to 10
How: Advance registration required - Call 772-465-3271
Registration Deadline: Open until camps are full
Registration Deadline: Open until camps are full
Cost: $18 for Non-members, $15 for Members
For more info: Call 772-465-3271 or send email to smseducation@si.edu, or visit their website
HOMESCHOOL DAY AT THE OXBOW - SEA TURTLES
St. Lucie County beaches are the nesting spots for five species of sea turtle. At this presentation students will experience some of the struggles of these marine reptiles as we play a riveting round of “Turtle Hurdles”. While learning about their amazing adaptations, students will compare hatchlings to adults, discuss the lost years and unique features of each sea turtle species.
Where: Oxbow Eco-Center - 5400 NE Saint James Drive, Port Saint Lucie 34983
When: Thursday, 3/6/2014 | 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM (Start times by grade. See below for times)
Who: Children in grades K-12 as follows: 10AM - Noon: K - 4th; 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM: 5th - 12th
How: Reservations Required. Call 772-785-5833
Registration Deadline: Until capacity is met
Cost: $3
For more info: all 772-785-5833 or email oxbow@stlucieco.org
BEYOND BUTTERFLIES
Middle school is a transition most people do not soon forget. For better or worse, it’s important to have all of the tools to tame those butterflies and transition successfully. This program is designed specifically for girls is 5th grade and will feature stress management, focus on friends, handling difficult people, building your “safety net”, and caring for yourself in positive ways. Girls can also look forward to creative projects, strong friendships and so much more! Please Note: Camping is optional. If camping girls will need a tent and camping gear. Girls can be picked up at 7:00 PM if not spending the night.
Where: Camp AhBaLuFa - 3548 Selvitz Road, Fort Pierce 34981
Where: Camp AhBaLuFa - 3548 Selvitz Road, Fort Pierce 34981
When: Saturday, 4/5/2014 | 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Who: Girls in 5th grade
How: Advance registration required - CLICK HERE to register online or call 561-632-6676
Registration Deadline: March 31, 2014 or until capacity is met
Registration Deadline: March 31, 2014 or until capacity is met
Cost: $35/girl includes patch, supplies, lunch, dinner, snacks and camping (if interested) and a Girl Scout membership through 9/30/14. $3/adult
For more info: Contact Meredith Slaymaker at 561-632-6676 or email mslaymaker@gssef.org.
