• Birding for Absolute Beginners

    Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library 1120 Stafford Road, Plainfield, IN, United States

    Photo by AJ Harbison Learning to identify birds can seem overwhelming at first, but is something that anyone can do if they learn some simple techniques and then go out and apply them. A Hendricks County Park naturalist will teach you to look at a bird’s size and shape, special markings, behavior, and habitat to...

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  • Family Nature Night: You Can Be a Scientist!

    Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library 1120 Stafford Road, Plainfield, IN, United States

    How many plants and animals can you track down? You and your family can contribute to science by taking pictures! It’s that easy! Document the plants and animals so that scientists can use that information. Use a provided tablet or bring a smart phone/device(s) for your children to use – download the free app “Seek”...

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  • Family Nature Night: Turtles

    Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library 1120 Stafford Road, Plainfield, IN, United States

    Turtle, terrapin, or tortoise? We call all of Indiana’s chelonians (or shelled reptiles) “turtles,” but they don’t all live in water. Some can’t even swim! A Hendricks County Parks naturalist will bring a turtle shell so you can see how this is part of the turtle skeleton.  APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES. CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF...

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  • Family Nature Night: Trees

    Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library 1120 Stafford Road, Plainfield, IN, United States

    Just in time before the leaves start turning brilliant colors, join us at the Plainfield Library for this special look at trees! We’ll practice identifying trees around the library while we create a tree journal which can include leaf rubbings, measurements of tree trunks and height, and more! All materials are provided.  APPROPRIATE FOR ALL...

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