Salvation Army in Ansonia slates summer of stories and snacks

A Summer of Stories & Snacks is Here!

Join The Salvation Army for a week of FREE books, stories, snacks, and summer reading support for children in Ansonia!

This year, we’re bringing the fun to a different ward of Ansonia each day, making it easier for families across the city to participate.

Children are welcome to join us every day to:

Enjoy a story

Take home a FREE new book

Receive a FREE lunch (while supplies last)

Whether you come for one day or all week, we’d love to see you! Let’s keep kids reading, learning, and having fun all summer long.

Check out the schedule to find out when we’ll be in your neighborhood. We can’t wait to see you there!

Shared from The Salvation Army - Ansonia CT Facebook page.

Ansonia Nature Center to host Classic Car Club on Sundays starting Sept. 6

 

Nix the Knotweed Saturday at Ansonia Nature Center

 

Hilltop Hose Co. 5 to hold Easter Egg Hunt at Ansonia Nature Center

 

Ansonia Nature Center to hold annual Trail-Tool Tune-Up

 

Learn about bats at Ansonia Nature Center event Friday

 

Join Ansonia Nature Center Land Stewards Saturday

 

Land Stewards to cut invasive plant at Ansonia Nature Center

Stewardship Series 1: Nix the Knotweed  – July 6, 10 a.m.

Join the Ansonia Nature Center’s Land Stewards Team and help us in our 3-year effort to restore the park’s land.

Japanese Knotweed is an invasive plant and a threat to our Nature Center habitats and waterways. We will gather as a team to do a carbohydrate starvation cut to select sensitive knotweed-infested areas.

Please bring loppers or a harvesting knife. Afterward, we will have pizza and s’mores in Pavilion #2.

For ages 12 and up (accompanied by an adult).

The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfeield Lane.

This is a press release from the Ansonia Nature Center.

Participate in citywide tag sale to support Ansonia Nature Center

 

Bearded dragon to visit The Children's Room at the Ansonia Library

 

Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center hike to feature search for owls

Owl Prowl: Raptor Woods Hike 

ANSONIA - Visitors to the Ansonia Nature Center at 5 p.m. March 22 will take a guided hike through the Raptor Woods and explore how our senses change with the setting of the sun. 

Guests will learn how nocturnal animals have
adapted to the nightlife and will join us in the search for the owl species that call Connecticut home. 

The program will end in the visitor center, meeting one of our resident owls! 

This FREE program is for ages 12 to adult. 

Register in advance by clicking here. https://forms.gle/3sahojyDmewGt8U28

(1.5 hours)

The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane, Ansonia.

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Copper City Bar and Grill to hold fundraiser Feb. 6 for Ansonia Nature Center

Looking for a delicious treat and a fun night out? 

Copper City Bar and Grill in downtown Ansonia will donate 20% of all proceeds Tuesday, Feb. 6 when you mention Ansonia Nature Center Fundraiser. 

Eat in or dine out from noon-10 p.m. 
Please show your support for the programs at the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center by supporting this fundraiser.

This is a press release from the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center.

Ansonia Nature Center sewing program to benefit guinea pig

Humphrey

ANSONIA - Come and be a part of our initiative at 1 p.m. Jan. 20 to craft a full set of pads for our adorable guinea pig’s cozy nighttime hutch.  Join Ranger Maria for this exciting sewing program to benefit Humphrey, our guinea pig. Whether you’re a seasoned sewist or a complete newbie, everyone is welcome to join the fun of a memorable sewing experience!  For ages 12 to adult.  Please register in advance for this FREE program here. The Ansonia Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane.  Shared from the Nature Center's newsletter.

Ansonia Nature Center to offer snowflake craft fun for kids

ANSONIA - Join us inside the Nature Center Visitor Center at 1 p.m. Jan.15 during a cold winter afternoon to create art. 

Together, we will craft unique snowflakes you can take home and hang up as festive decorations. The program is for ages 5 and over, with at least one accompanying adult. 

Limited space; please register in advance for this FREE program here.

The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane.

This is a press release from the center.

Ansonia Nature Center to present winter break creature feature

ANSONIA - Visit the Ansonia Nature Center during the winter break to meet our animals. 

This live animal program at noon Dec. 27 includes information about adaptations and the natural history of each species. 

Get a chance to touch a snake or even a hissing cockroach. 

The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane.

FREE for all ages.

This is a press release from the Nature Center.

Full moon hike slated Sunday at Ansonia Nature Center

This full moon is often called the Beaver Moon, Freezing Over Moon, Whitefish Moon, or Leaf Fall Moon. 

It is a time of year when the weather turns cold and frost arrives, and preparing for winter is paramount for people and animals alike. 

Join the Nature Center guides as we lead you around our park by the light of the moon. 

For all ages (children must be accompanied by an adult). Please wear layers and comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain. 

FEE: $3 per hiker. Click here to register.

This is a press release from the Nature Center.

Ansonia Nature Center to host 'Leaf Man' family program Sunday

Sunday, Nov. 19, 1 p.m.

ANSONIA - Join Ranger Jeremy at the Ansonia Nature Center for a reading of the eye-catching children’s book “Leaf Man” by Lois Ehlert. 

Afterward, we will go on a short Sunday hike to collect some fall leaves, acorns, and other items along the path to make our own “Leaf Man” (and Leaf Animals too)! 

Register here for this FREE family program.

The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane.

This is a press release from the Ansonia Nature Center.

Learn survival skills, primitive technology at Ansonia Nature Center

ANSONIA  - Have you ever wanted to learn what it takes to survive in the wild? 

Join us at 1 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Ansonia Nature Center for an afternoon where you will learn about all the necessities for survival. 

After learning a bit about how to survive we will head into the woods and put that knowledge to the test by building a shelter suitable for a survival situation. 

Ages 10 and up
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSc4202mOF0DmY.../viewform

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Ansonia Nature Center seeks help in preserving natural habitats

Sunday, Nov. 5, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

ANSONIA - With the skyrocketing spread of invasive vegetation, the Ansonia Nature Center’s creatures need your help preserving the natural habitats. 

Join us for this workgroup that is aimed at cutting back invasive plants. 

Afterward, we will have a light lunch at the pavilion to brainstorm our next efforts. 

Register online. Ages 14 and up. Participants must wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We will be working on uneven ground as well as off-trail. 

Bring plenty of water and snacks too! Click here.

The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane.

This is a press release from the Ansonia Nature Center. 

Save the date: View Geminids meteor shower at Ansonia Nature Center

ANSONIA - Celebrate one of the last meteor showers of 2023 on Dec. 14 with Ranger Jeremy at the Ansonia Nature Center! 

The Geminids will fill the sky with 120 meteors per hour at its peak between 9 and 10 p.m. 

Bring appropriate clothes for the weather, chairs, and blankets for a relaxing view. 

The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane.

Register online for this FREE event, suitable for all ages.
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeBA6PYnZ7xNs.../viewform

This is a press release from the Nature Center.