Check out free nature programs and events happening throughout Surrey
Date/Time: May 12 2016, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Surrey, Surrey Nature CentreAge: 5+
Cost: Free
Check out the fourth week of Surrey's 19th Annual Environmental Extravaganza! This series of free programs and events is happening April 16 - June 8, 2016. There's something for everyone, so come join us!
The complete Extravaganza Event Guide is available now! Pick up a hardcopy (now in booklet form) at the Surrey Nature Centre, your local Surrey Library or Recreation Centre, or any Extravaganza event.
Please note: event hosts reserve the right to limit group registration sizes.
Week 4: May 7 - 13
Thu, May 12
7 - 8:30pm
Owl Prowl
Come have a hoot! A guest from the OWL Rehabilitation Society will introduce live owls and lead a guided walk into the park to search for these feathered wonders. Ages 5+. Pre-registration required; call 604-502-6065.
Location: Surrey Nature Centre; 14225 Green Timbers Way
Hosted by: City of Surrey - Urban Forestry
Fri, May 13
11:30am - 1:30pm
Living Streets
Share your opinions, concerns, and compliments regarding Surrey’s streets, pathways, parks, and public spaces. Afterwards, enjoy a walk where you can talk and learn with your fellow residents. Pre-registration appreciated; e-mail sinead.stinson@best.bc.ca.
Location: Newton Library; 13795 - 70 Ave
Hosted by: Better Environmentally Sound Transportation (BEST)
Fri, May 13
6:30 - 9:30pm
First Nations Sweat Lodge Ceremony
The Sweat Lodge is a First Peoples’ ceremony used to connect with and honour the Earth. This ceremony takes place in North Surrey and lasts 2-3 hours. Participants will be exposed to heat, steam and smoke and should be physically fit. Pre-registration required (spaces are limited); e-mail infor@villagesurrey.ca or call 778-988-3549.
Location: Cwenengitel Aboriginal Society
Hosted by: Village Surrey Transition Initiative and Cwenengitel Aboriginal Society
Once Upon an Acorn Story Times
Drop in to your neighbourhood Surrey Library branch for a fun story time celebrating nature! These programs will enrich your child’s imagination, foster their curiosity about the natural world, and help build their life-long love of reading!
Ocean Park Library; 12854 - 17 Ave
Mon, May 9 | 10 - 10:30am - all ages, *tickets required
*Free tickets available from the front desk on day of program - pick up early to avoid disappointment!
Fleetwood Library; 15996 - 84 Ave
Fri, May 13 | 10 - 10:30am - all ages, drop in
Fri, May 13 | 11:30am - 12pm - all ages, drop in
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