Once a month, on the first Saturday, a special sky show for little ones up to two years will be shown at 10:30 am, instead of the regularly-scheduled family Planetarium program. Have fun with the Sun, marvel at the Moon, find your favorite star, become friends with the night sky!

Learn about bog habitats and the particular characteristics that make Singer Lake special. See plant and insect specimens from the Museum’s collection that display the remarkable biodiversity of the site. Tour the site via video, and learn about the Museum’s wide-reaching conservation efforts.

The Future Scientists program offers motivated high-school students an extraordinary opportunity to learn about a variety of topics in natural history through field experiences, contact with researchers and hands-on activities. This fall, we will survey Museum properties for invasive worms, tag butterflies, observe fall bird migrants, search for mushrooms, survey for rare plants and, of course, explore cool locations. Scholarships may be available to qualified students.

Location: Kahn Hall

Imagine the thrill of discovering something brand-new about a creature that lived millions of years ago. Ever since the first dinosaur fossil was identified almost 200 years ago, people have wondered how these fascinating animals lived, moved and behaved. At first, dinosaur hunters used only such tools as a keen eye, shovels and compasses. Today, scientists also rely on everything from satellite technology to scanning electron microscopes.

Prepare to take a journey of discovery into the exciting world of modern paleontology. New dinosaur fossils are being discovered faster than ever before. Advanced technology allows scientists to look at these fossils in fresh ways. And researchers are gaining surprising insights into these amazing animals. New discoveries, new technology and new ideas are helping today's scientists piece together what these living, breathing dinosaurs were really like.

Location: Corning Gallery

For thousands of years, Native Americans have told stories to pass on their history, knowledge and culture to future generations. In the Eagle Books—a series of books with wise animal characters showing children the joy of physical activity, eating healthy foods, and diabetes prevention—a wise eagle is the tribal elder who teaches traditional ways of health that children can remember and retell. The exhibit will feature original watercolors used in these stories, which are authored by Georgia Perez of Nambe Pueblo, and illustrated by Patrick Rolo, Bad River Band of Ojibwe, and Lisa A. Fifield, Oneida Tribe of Wisconsin, Black Bear Clan.

What is in the food we eat? Is breakfast really that important? Are you eating enough fruits and vegetables? Find out the answers to these questions and more in Every Body Eats, a highly interactive exhibition that explores nutrition and teaches us the science of making healthy food choices. See what ingredients are in various foods, learn how to read nutrition labels, scan items at a mini-supermarket, and find out what an appropriate serving size looks like. Healthy choices are within reach!

Bring us your tired and worn, plastic or broken action figures and we’ll send them to Toy Lab in Cincinnati. It’s a great alternative to throwing them in the trash! At Toy Lab, kids will make new toys out of your broken plastic action figures. You’ll be doing a lot of great things: getting rid of old toy clutter, avoiding a landfill, sharing an important conservation lesson with your kids, and contributing to a youth arts and science program. Toy Lab is a project of Happen, Inc. Last March, the Discovery Center collected 30 pounds of plastic toys; this time our goal is 50 pounds. Won’t you please help us?

The favorite tool of astronomers was invented 400 years ago. We'll see how much bigger and more powerful telescopes are now than they were back then.

In 1609 Galileo pointed the newly-invented telescope to the skies and beheld unexpected wonders. This year we're celebrating his astonishing discoveries in the first ever International Year of Astronomy. What did Galileo see? Come and find out.

Please note: On Nov. 7 and Dec. 5 "Star Babies" will be offered at 10:30 am instead of this program. Star Babies gives children 2 and younger a gentle, 15-minute introduction to the planetarium and the wonders of the night sky.

The Micromineral Society is a group of amateurs who meet to share our appreciation of minerals, especially the small ones called micromounts.

What is a micromount? "A natural mineral specimen, preferably in distinct crystals, mounted, properly labeled and requiring magnification for meaningful observation."

Get ready for excitement and adventure as we explore the forests, creeks, bogs and marshes of our region. This fall, the Student Naturalists will observe the changing seasons, hike, orienteer and spot all kinds of critters big and small. Join kids from all over Northeast Ohio as we get outside, get muddy and have a great time. Trips are held rain or shine, sleet or snow, so dress for the weather and get ready for some serious fun.

Join the fun and discover the wondrous natural beauty of the Taber Preserve. Investigations will include checking the channel ponds and Chagrin River for aquatic invertebrates, plants, signs of insects and bird movement. Perhaps the awesome pair of Barred Owls will present themselves for your viewing pleasure.

Appropriate for teachers of grades pre-K-12.

Bring the night sky to your students! The Science Resource Center has two portable planetariums available for loan. Don’t miss out on this awesome resource sure to wow your students and enhance your earth and space sciences instruction!