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SUMMARY:Junior Naturalist: Compost Conquest  
DESCRIPTION:JUNIOR NATURALIST  \nCOMPOST CONQUEST: in Partnership with RustBelt Riders  \nSaturday\, April 11 | 10AM-12 PM  \nJoin the Nature Center and our friends at RustBelt Riders for an informative session that introduces students to the core concepts of composting through discussion and hands-on activity. We will delve into the challenges of resource conservation and waste management by learning the science of composting while exploring the role of microorganisms and the benefits of nutrient cycling. Through living laboratories and visual aids\, we will guide students in understanding composting and inspire them to build a compost system at home!  \nRegistration required. $20 for non-members\, $15 for members. Ages 9-13.  \nRegistration link: https://givebutter.com/compost-conquest-4-11-26  
URL:https://shakerlakes.org/event/junior-naturalist-compost-conquest/
LOCATION:Nature Center at Shaker Lakes\, 2600 South Park Blvd.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44120
CATEGORIES:Environmental Exploration,Family Friendly,Junior Naturalist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T170000
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SUMMARY:Yoga\, Popcorn & Pet Play Date
DESCRIPTION:Yoga\, Popcorn & Pet Play Date\nAugust 19 | 5 – 8PM \nNature Center Snacks*\nGrab $1 popcorn and an ice cream in the Duck Pond for 25% off! \nYoga | 6-7:30PM\nJoin Emmy for a yoga experience inspired by the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes’ 60th anniversary celebration starting at 6 PM. Together\, we will gather beneath the same moon that guides the rhythms of nature and renewal in a grounding and reflective yoga practice. This class invites you to slow down\, and reconnect with the earth. Suitable for all levels. $10 donation suggested. \nhttps://givebutter.com/beneath-one-moon-yoga-8-19-2026 \nPet Play Date\nWoof! Woof! Bark! Bark! Translation: Normally pets are not permitted on our trails but we invite you to bring your favorite furry companion to the Nature Center for this special dog-friendly (and people-friendly!) event. Walk your dog along the Nature Center trails (which is usually not allowed to help us preserve the natural habitat of the animals and plants on our property). Enjoy a treat for yourself and your furry friend! Ice cream from the Duck Pond Gift Shop is 25% off and grab a $1 pup cup for your dog. \n  \n*Previously there was a food truck scheduled but the had to cancel so this has been updated accordingly! 
URL:https://shakerlakes.org/event/yoga-fairfood-petplaydate/
LOCATION:Nature Center at Shaker Lakes\, 2600 South Park Blvd.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44120
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Health and Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T170000
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SUMMARY:End of Summer Soiree
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the end of summer with music by award winning children’s artist Mr. Jeff\, food\, and drinks. Family-friendly. Mr. Jeff’s performance begins at 6 PM. Enjoy food from the Delish Mobile Food Truck.
URL:https://shakerlakes.org/event/end-of-summer-soiree/
LOCATION:Nature Center at Shaker Lakes\, 2600 South Park Blvd.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44120
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Junior Naturalist,Summer Wednesdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T080000
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SUMMARY:Hike & Run
DESCRIPTION:Hike & Run – Sunday\, September 13\, 2026 \nThe 22nd Annual Shaker Lakes Hike & Run is just around the corner! \nOn Sunday\, September 13\, join us for a community tradition that celebrates the Nature Center’s past\, present\, and future. Just days before our official 60th anniversary\, celebrate with us and choose from scenic chip-timed 5K and 10K routes throughout the picturesque Shaker Parklands\, a 1-mile fun run\, and four rarely offered guided hikes that include some of the best-kept-secret trails in the area. There is something for everyone. \nEvery registration directly supports environmental education and the care of the Nature Center’s trails and habitats. Don’t miss this annual community event! Lace up\, step out\, and be a part of the celebration savoring the last few days of summer while honoring health & wellness\, the outdoors\, and 60 years of the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes. Learn more and register: https://shakerlakes.org/hikerun/ 
URL:https://shakerlakes.org/event/hike-run/
LOCATION:Nature Center at Shaker Lakes\, 2600 South Park Blvd.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44120
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:AutumnFest
DESCRIPTION:AutumnFest: Harvest Moon\nA 60th Anniversary Celebration | Saturday\, September 26\, 2026 | 3-7PM \nIT’S OUR BIRTHDAY!\nJoin us beneath the Harvest Moon as we celebrate 60 years of connecting people with nature. Gather your friends and family for an evening filled with festive fall traditions\, birthday surprises\, moonlit adventures\, music\, food and activities for all ages. \nAny and all costumes encouraged: Dress celestial or 60’s inspired to help us celebrate! \nA 60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION | SATURDAY 9.26 | 3–7PM\nHARVEST TABLE*\n• Food Trucks\n• Donuts\n• Fritters\n• Cider\n• Hot Cocoa Fireside\n• Toasted Moon (S’mores)\nBring a birthday card for the Nature Center\nwith your special message and receive 6 free\nactivity tickets. Enter our 60th Anniversary\nBirthday Cake Decorating Contest.\nLearn more: \nTICKETED ACTIVITIES*\n• Harvest Pumpkin Painting\n• Little Lunar Builders Corner\n• Reach For the Moon: Tree Climbing\n• Spin the Moon Prize Wheel \nHARVEST TABLE*\n• Food Trucks\n• Donuts\n• Fritters\n• Cider\n• Hot Cocoa Fireside\n• Toasted Moon (S’mores) \nADULTS ONLY GAZEBO\nLUNAR LOUNGE\n• Moonrise Tavern* & Acoustic Music Lounge\nwith Charlie Mosbrook (bring a chair) \nFREE ACTIVITIES\n• Share a Birthday Wish on the Wish Wall\n• Moonlight Music & Games with DJ\n• Moon Dust Play Zone: Bubbles & Sidewalk Chalk\n• Wish Makers Wand Craft with Shaker Library\n• Moon (seed) Pods with NEORSD\n• Meet Luna the Wish Fairy\n• Nature Center Birthday Photo Booth\n• Birthday Trivia and Raffles\n• & MORE
URL:https://shakerlakes.org/event/autumnfest/
LOCATION:Nature Center at Shaker Lakes\, 2600 South Park Blvd.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44120
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T150000
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SUMMARY:Cake Decorating Contest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate our 60th Anniversary with us by decorating a cake for display and judging at our annual AutumnFest event. Cakes to be decorated at home and dropped off prior to the event. More details coming soon!
URL:https://shakerlakes.org/event/cake-decorating-contest/
LOCATION:Nature Center at Shaker Lakes\, 2600 South Park Blvd.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44120
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Pre-K Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Pre-K Explorers  \nPre-K Explorers is for children ages 3.5-5. Explorers meets once a week on Thursday mornings from 8:30-10:30am. Register for one or multiple semesters. $595/semester. $50 member discount. Use code Explore50. Register for one or multiple semesters. Each semester includes 12 classes.  \n2026 Fall Semester: 9/17/26-11/19/26\n2027 Spring Semester: 2/4/27-4/15/27 (no class on 4/1/27) \nMembers – Use code\, “Explore50” to receive $50 off EACH semester you register for.\nREGISTER: https://shakerlakes.doubleknot.com/event/pre-k-explorers/3108983  \nChildren must be fully bathroom independent. \n  \nCalling all families with young explorers! \nRegister your 3.5-5 year old in Pre-K Explorers. This once-a-week program adds outdoor exploration to your existing childcare or preschool routine. It can also be used to give your young explorer practice with classroom behaviors before starting a formal Pre-K program.   \nEach\, 12-week\, semester provides weekly opportunities for your Pre-K Explorer to engage with age-appropriate content through observation\, exploration\, and play. They might look for different colors on a nature hike\, count acorns in the forest\, or compare the size of different leaves before heading inside to model their own creation based on the day’s theme. Our educators create safe spaces where children become comfortable asking questions\, sharing their ideas with others\, and trying new things. \nThe group of students and the lead NCSL educator are consistent throughout the entire semester\, allowing your Pre-K explorer to practice the soft skills needed for any group environment.  \n  \nQ: Does NCSL offer a licensed Nature Preschool program?\nA: No. The Pre-K Explorers Program meets too infrequently to qualify for the registration process through the state of Ohio. However\, we do have a state and ACA certified day camp we run each summer and apply those same safety standards and educator expectations. \nSee our Family Starter Guide for more details on program procedures.  \n  \nQ: What will my Pre-K Explorer learn?\nA: Each week offers a different nature theme like bugs\, birds\, or the night sky. While the activities\, games or stories will be anchored to the theme\, student outcome goals center on the Ohio Department of Education’s standards for building inquiry skills and social emotional learning. Your Pre-K explorer will be making observations\, communicating ideas\, and practicing working with others. \nSee our Family Starter Guide for more details on program goals.  \nQ: What can we expect for weekly logistics?\nA: Each week has a unique theme\, but the structure of the day and the people in the group stay consistent from week to week.   \nSample Schedule:   \n\n8:30am: Arrive \n\n\n8:30-9:00: Free Play \n\n\n9:00-9:15 Circle Time \n\n\n9:15-9:30 Animal Share or Game \n\n\n9:30-10:15 Outdoor Exploration/Hike \n\n\n10:15 -10:30 – Craft or Experiment\n \n\nSee our Family Starter Guide for more details on program logistics.  \nStill have Questions?\nNo problem! Please reach out to our Director of Education\, Erica Prange. She can answer your logistic questions or connect you with the lead educator for the semester you’re interested in.  \nContact Erica by email at prange@shakerlakes.org or phone 216.321.5935 ext.243 \nReady to Register?  \nPre-K Explorers is for children ages 3.5-5. We meet once a week on Thursday mornings from 8:30am-10:30am. Children must be fully bathroom independent. \nRegister for one or multiple semesters. Each semester includes 12 classes.  \n2026 Spring Semester: 2/5/26-4/30/26 (no class on 4/9/26)\n2026 Fall Semester: 9/17/26-12/10/26 (no class on 11/26/26)\n2027 Spring Semester: 2/4/27-4/29/27 (no class on 4/1/27)\nMembers – Use code\, “Explore50” to receive $50 off EACH semester you register for.  \nREGISTER: https://shakerlakes.doubleknot.com/event/pre-k-explorers/3108983  \n  \nPre-K Explorers Family Guide_2026
URL:https://shakerlakes.org/event/pre-k-explorers-2026/
LOCATION:Nature Center at Shaker Lakes\, 2600 South Park Blvd.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44120
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Junior Naturalist
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