Keeping the family entertained, active, and outside doesn’t have to cost you a fortune — it can be free. Venture outdoors for some family-friendly activities thanks to Lexington Parks & Recreation’s Nature in Your Neighborhood program.
Mondays, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Adventure Time will take you on an expedition through local parks to explore + support our ecosystems.
- StoryWalk — Hear local folklore while you take a stroll.
- The Adaptation Game — Meet and learn about creatures found in our parks.
- Tree Huggers — Identify trees via their bark + leaves.
Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Earth Lab will help you tap into your inner scientist. Experiment with hands-on tools to learn more about solar power, geological mysteries, and the environment.
- Geocaching – Learn about Lexington’s geology + improve your navigation skills.
- Prism Pal – Make your own spectroscopes to solve the mystery behind rainbows.
- Solar Snacks – Use the power of the sun to cook up a treat in a solar oven.
Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Follow your food from seed to table by helping plant a garden that’s good for you and the planet. Activities include:
- Bug Friends & Foes – Learn about pollinators and pests + create a home for these beneficial bugs.
- Seed Savvy – Follow the journey of tiny seeds + collect your own.
- Wormy Wednesdays – Turn food scraps into nutrient-rich soil thanks to our wiggly earth-loving friends.
Thursdays, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Nature Crafts encourages you to tap into your inner Monet and let the natural world inspire your art.
- Earthbenders – Create your own pottery from ordinary dirt.
- Plant Palette – Explore the art all around you from the colors found in nature.
- Trash to Treasure – Reduce, reuse, and upcycle by breathing new life into discarded items.
Saturday, 2-3 p.m.
Get your hands dirty at our community centers to learn about planting and help maintain a garden.
