THE GROVE
Restoration Work Days
Su , December 18 , January 8 , February 5 and March 5 9 am-12 pm
Collect seeds or remove non-native , invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers , grasses and trees . No advance registration necessary — just bring your work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center . Email groverestoration @ glenviewparks . org for more information including availability . Work parties may be cancelled if there is inclement weather .
The Grove All Ages
Historic 1856 Kennicott House Tours
Sundays • 1-4 pm
Stroll up to this beautiful Victorian-era home and take a moment to prepare for a journey back in time . As your guide takes you through the home , you begin to feel what life was like in the 19th century for the Kennicott family . The museum home maintains a majority of its original features and displays over 40 of the Kennicott family ’ s original belongings . Sunday ' s in December , sing carols in the parlor and listen to music from the pump organ .
The Grove All Ages
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Love Bugs
Budding entomologists of all ages come and get a closer look at some of The Grove ’ s amazing insects . Drop-in for a behind-the-scenes look at what ’ s in our natural history collection , learn why museums keep specimens , and make and take your own bug to love .
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Sa • 11 am-12 pm |
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Restoration Kids
Su , December 11 and March 19 11 am-12 pm
Children and their guardians participate in amazing hands-on environmental experiences where they join a skilled staff member in high-quality learning activities that connect children and adults to nature , conservation , and prepares them for a future of lifelong learning , appreciation , and stewardship of the Earth .
The Grove 3 + Yrs + Adult