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  • Picture of The Snow Thief book cover featuring a squirrel in the wintery woods

    StoryWalk® - The Snow Thief by Alice Hemming and Illustrated by Nicola Slater

    Spend time outdoors this fall at beautiful Detweiler Park enjoying The Snow Thief by Alice Hemming, illustrated by Nicola Slater.
  • A group of people walking on a paved trail at Wildwood Park in jackets and hats

    Weekly Wellness Walks

    , Harrisburg
    Enjoy a moderately paced walk around Wildwood Lake while enjoying the trees and animals at the park. This will be a walk on paved, gravel, and dirt surfaces. You can choose to walk only a portion, then turn around at any point if you would like to customize the length of your walk to your individual fitness goals.
  • Instructor helping a participant with tying a fly

    Beginner Fly-Tying Course with Trout Unlimited

    This is a beginner course open to anyone interested in learning to tie flies. The class will be conducted on 6 consecutive Thursday evenings beginning on February 12 and ending on March 19. Everyone must provide their own tools.
  • Person working on Fly Tying

    Intermediate Fly-Tying Course, “Tying the Dry Fly” with Trout Unlimited

    The Doc Fritchey Chapter of Trout Unlimited will hold a 6-week evening course on intermediate fly-tying at the Olewine Nature Center. The class will be conducted on 6 consecutive Thursday evenings beginning on February 12 and ending on March 19.
  • clear glass suncatchers with flowers, trees, grass and other nature elements

    Art Heals: Fused Glass Suncatcher Workshop – Park Rx

    , Harrisburg
    Experience an evening of creativity and relaxation at this hands‑on fused glass suncatcher workshop. Participants will design and assemble a single 4" x 4" clear glass panel using a variety of floral‑themed accessories, creating a vibrant piece that captures and reflects the light beautifully. Pre-registration is required. A Park Rx wellness program sponsored by Highmark Blue Shield.
  • The Cat in the Hat Logo

    Cat In The Hat Learning Series

    , Harrisburg
    Join a Naturalist for a fun interactive story session for children ages 3-5. Stories, rhymes, and a craft/activity will introduce science through the eyes of the Cat In The Hat.
  • PSE Master Gardners’ Veggie Series:  Growing Great Tomatoes

    Nothing says summer like the taste of a fresh, homegrown tomato. Whether you are just starting your vegetable garden or want to improve your results, this webinar will walk you through everything you need to know to grow delicious tomatoes in your backyard or on your patio. Learn how to choose the right varieties, prepare your site, care for plants throughout the season, manage pests and diseases and harvest at peak flavor. With expert tips and clear, practical advice, you’ll gain confidence to make this the year of your best tomatoes yet! Pre-registration required.
  • Picture of red tomatoes on the vine

    Penn State Extension Master Gardeners’ Veggie Series: Growing Great Tomatoes

    Learn how to choose the right varieties, prepare your site, care for plants throughout the season, manage pests and diseases, and harvest at peak flavor. With expert tips and clear, practical advice, you’ll gain confidence to make this the year of your best tomatoes yet!
  • DCHMRT- Cold Weather Decon

    , Dauphin
    Practicing cold weather decontamination
  • Wreath made from natural materials

    Spring Wreath Workshop

    , Harrisburg
    Decorate a spring wreath out of natural materials. Everything will be supplied to make a wreath with decorations from nature, including cones, nuts, and seed pods. Select from a variety of wreath bases including grape vines and wire frames. Participants may bring additional items and ribbon. After constructing a wreath, enjoy a cup of tea or coffee while adding finishing touches. Space is limited.