County of St. Lucie issued the following announcement on Dec. 30.
The Oxbow Eco-Center invites children 18 months to 5 years and their caregivers to new nature toddler play sessions, starting Friday, Jan. 14.
The Little Acorns program includes three differently themed, three-week sessions on Fridays from 10 to 11 a.m. The Nature Discovery series will be held Jan. 14, 21 and 28; the S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) Play series takes place Feb. 4, 11 and 18 and the Art in Nature session runs March 4, 11 and 18.
Children and their families will explore nature surrounding the Eco-Center and practice child-led play in an environment that fosters developmental skills. Programs will be hosted by an experienced childhood nature play leader and include stories, nature art, mud play, scavenger hunts, insect observation, wind play and more. The cost per child is $8 per class or $20 for one series, which includes three classes. Pre-registration is required by calling the Oxbow Eco-Center at 772-785-5833. Space is limited for this unique opportunity. A limited number of scholarships are available.
The Oxbow Eco-Center is a St. Lucie County Environmental Learning Center and nature preserve encompassing 225 acres along the St. Lucie River and located at 5400 NE St. James Drive in Port St. Lucie. To register for Little Acorns or for more information contact the Oxbow at 772-785-5833, email oxbow@stlucieco.org or visit www.oxboweco.com.
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