WHAT’ S NEWS IN WEST COUNTY
NOW SHOWING AT THE TOM RIDGE ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER Aircraft Carrier: The mission to protect and defend the world’ s oceans has become far more complex and challenging in recent years, and naval aviation has become increasingly vital to success. Find yourself aboard the carrier alongside the 5,000 highly skilled sea and air personnel conducting flight operations in the midst of simulated war exercises. Shows at 11 a. m., 2 p. m. and 5 p. m.
Walking with Dinosaurs – Prehistoric Planet: It’ s an epic and intimate story that follows a herd of Pachyrhinosaurus youngsters as they struggle through the seasons and challenges of growing up in a prehistoric world. Shows at noon and 3 p. m.
Flight of the Butterflies: It is a natural history epic. It is a detective story. Join hundreds of millions of real butterflies on an amazing journey to a remote and secret hideaway, and one scientist’ s 40-year search to unravel the mystery— where do they go each fall? Experience the Flight of the Butterflies. Shows at 1 p. m. and 4 p. m.
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Movie titles and show times are subject to change without notice. Group rates available! For more information call 814.838.4123, or visit biggreenscreen. com.
OTHER UPCOMING TREC PROGRAMS
DiscoverE – Bugs Nov. 1, 10:30-11:30 a. m. Explore the world of bugs with a park naturalist at the TREC. Children ages 3-5 with an accompanying parent or adult are invited. We will sit for a story, create a craft to take home, and participate in buggy handson activities! Fee is $ 3 per child payable in advance or at the door with exact change or check. Registration is required by visiting events. dcnr. pa. gov / presque _ isle _ state _ park.
A Day in the Life of a Lighthouse Keeper Nov. 4, 1 to 3 p. m. Experience a day in the life of a lighthouse keeper at an educational program inside the Presque Isle Lighthouse. Participants will hear the stories of keepers past and view tools of the trade. Recommended for adult audiences. Meet at the Presque Isle Lighthouse. Registration is required by visiting events. dcnr. pa. gov / presque _ isle _ state _ park. Space is limited.
Presque Isle History Series Nov. 6 and Nov. 20, 6 to 7 p. m. Presque Isle State Park is a unique sandy peninsula that is constantly changing from natural forces. Throughout history the peninsula has had significant impact on shaping Erie’ s culture. Join the park naturalists at the TREC to discover Presque Isle’ s history. Nov. 6— Learn about the“ Military on Presque Isle,” the story of the peninsula’ s role and the establishment of a military presence in Erie. On Nov. 20— Discover the history of“ The Wild Turkey” in Pennsylvania and on Presque Isle. Appropriate for all ages. No fee or registration required.
Night Hike at Erie Bluffs State Park Nov. 9, 6 to 7:30 p. m. Join the park naturalists at Erie Bluffs State Park, 11122 West Lake Road, Lake City, in the main parking lot for a night hike. We’ ll look for wildlife and talk about improvements made to the park while exploring the trails. Open to all ages. No fee or registration. Dress appropriately with sturdy footwear.
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