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  • Arboretum Cleanup

    Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary & Arboretum 880 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Tuesday, April 22 at 10 am Help us celebrate Earth Week by lending a hand at our Arboretum Cleanup! Please email Ecologist Emily Porter at eleonard@hawthornhollow.org with any questions.

  • Dark Skies

    Heide Observatory 880 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Join us for "Dark Skies," an immersive event dedicated to exploring and understanding light pollution and its impact on our environment and night sky visibility. Through a series of interactive stations, participants will engage in hands-on activities designed to illuminate the causes and effects of light pollution, as well as discover practical solutions to mitigate […]

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  • Night Hike

    Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary & Arboretum 880 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Pay what you want on April 23rd!!! Please select the Earth Week ticket option for April 23rd tickets. Come experience the wonders of night in the woods of Hawthorn Hollow with our Naturalist. Learn all about the adaptations nocturnal creatures have developed to survive and thrive when the sun goes down, gaze in awe at the night sky, and listen to the songs that fill the woods and fields after dark. This program is for families and adults (kids under 3 are free). It is a 60-minute outdoor guided hike, so please dress for the weather! No refunds unless the event is canceled.  Registration is required! Please register with an email address you check often to ensure you receive instructions or updates. Please select the Earth Week ticket option for April 23rd tickets.

    $12

  • Wednesday Under the Stars

    Heide Observatory 880 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Indulge in the ultimate sensory experience at "Wednesday Under the Stars" hosted at the picturesque Heide Observatory. Sink into a blissful zero-gravity chair with your favorite beverage in hand, and prepare for an unforgettable journey through the night sky. Our expert guides will illuminate the celestial wonders using a laser pointer, revealing stars, planets, constellations, […]

    $12

  • Through the Lens

    Heide Observatory 880 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Experience the awe-inspiring "Through the Lens" event at The Heide Observatory, where celestial wonders come to life. Peer into the depths of the universe using our powerful 17-inch telescope, taking turns to observe binary stars, elusive planets, ethereal galaxies, and an array of captivating celestial objects. As you await your individual view inside the observatory […]

    $12

  • Small Eyes Under the Skies

    Heide Observatory 880 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Join us for a captivating astronomical adventure at The Heide Observatory with our "Small Eyes Under the Skies" event, perfect for the whole family. Explore the wonders of our solar system as we embark on an interactive journey across the meadow, discovering the sizes and distances of our nearest celestial neighbors. Following this engaging experience, […]

    $12

  • Garlic Mustard Pull Party & Luncheon

    Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary & Arboretum 880 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Saturday, April 26, 2025 The annual Garlic Mustard Pull Party has become a new tradition at Hawthorn Hollow. Join us to help remove this invasive species and restore the native spring wildflowers to the Hawthorn Hollow Woodlands. After the pull, we sit down to lunch and dine on a variety of dishes all made with […]

  • Through the Lens

    Heide Observatory 880 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Experience the awe-inspiring "Through the Lens" event at The Heide Observatory, where celestial wonders come to life. Peer into the depths of the universe using our powerful 17-inch telescope, taking turns to observe binary stars, elusive planets, ethereal galaxies, and an array of captivating celestial objects. As you await your individual view inside the observatory […]

    $12

  • Small Eyes Under the Skies

    Heide Observatory 880 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Join us for a captivating astronomical adventure at The Heide Observatory with our "Small Eyes Under the Skies" event, perfect for the whole family. Explore the wonders of our solar system as we embark on an interactive journey across the meadow, discovering the sizes and distances of our nearest celestial neighbors. Following this engaging experience, […]

    $12

  • Wand Turning Workshop

    Ozanne Outpost at Hawthorn Hollow 914 Green Bay Rd, Kenosha, WI, United States

    As Garrick Ollivander once said, "The wand chooses the wizard" - but in our workshop, you'll learn how skilled hands and traditional tools can transform simple wood into something truly magical. In honor of International Harry Potter Day, Overocker Woodworking invites you to discover the enchanting craft of woodturning! Transform raw wood into your very […]

    $47