Thursdays at McLaughlin Garden and Homestead

Thursday Activities at
McLaughlin Garden and Homestead

97 Main St., South Paris
Thursdays, 10:30 am unless otherwise noted*

June 25  Hoops on the Loose! with Nettie Gentempo Nettie will read, Hoop Girl and Loopy: A Day at the Beach, and then do a fun and interactive hoop performance and hooping time where children will learn new hoop tricks and have a great time moving to the music!

July 2     Critter Crate Exploration Hands-on discovery of 15+ Maine animals through their bones, fur, and other features of 15+ Maine animals through their bones, fur, and other features.

July 9     Buzz into the World of Bees Join Bev Stevens from Old Glory Bees and Honey for a fun and educational journey into the fascinating world of bees, pollination, and the natural world. Explore an empty hive to learn how bees live and grow inside it, get an up-close look at an observation hive, and explore real beekeeping tools and equipment.

July 16, 5:30 pm* Within the Whale Experience the thrill of stepping inside a life-size, inflatable humpback whale named Chunk! Doors open at 5:00 pm.

July 23    Forcefield for Good with Barry Lane Sing along, tap your toes, or even dance at this family-friendly event with messages of the strength and power of kindness.

July 30     Art Van Use your creative expression and make art in the garden with Maine’s traveling art studio.

August 6  Jerry the Butterfly Guy! Learn about butterflies and make a butterfly wing inspired T-shirt to take home!