October 29 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Growing Green:
Overwintering Your Garden, Work and Learn!
This is a hands-on program designed to equip you with essential skills for preparing your garden for the winter months. In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn practical techniques for protecting your plants, enhancing soil health, and planning for a vibrant spring garden. Todd, Riveredge’s Farm Assistant, will guide you through seasonal tasks, transplanting perennials, composting, and selecting winter crops. Bring your enthusiasm and curiosity as we work together to ensure your garden thrives year-round. This family friendly program will help you grow green and keep your garden flourishing through every season.
All ages welcome! Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Pre-registration required by October 28 at 4:00 pm
Register Here
October 29
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4:00 pm
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6:00 pm
October 26 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Cooped Up Naturalist:
Drop-In Naturalist Session
SOS! A Riveredge Naturalist has been cooped up in the Coop near Farm Pond and is looking for some curious folks to listen to all they’ve learned about the landscape around them. Explore seasonal nature objects (pelts, bones, stones, dried plants, seeds, or branches), check out an ID book for your hike, and bring your questions.
All ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by and adult 18+.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Pre-registration is not required, but helpful.
Register Here
October 26
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9:00 am
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11:00 am
October 24 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Little Explorers
Playgroup
Little Explorers is a playgroup open to families with children ages 2 to 5 years old. These naturalist guided experiences are designed with 45 minutes of structured play & exploration followed by 45 minutes of free play. Adults are encouraged to play along with their little explorers as well. Little siblings (0-1) are welcome to tag along too.
Members*: $3 | Non-members: $7
Pre-register by October 23 at 11:55 pm or register at the program if spots are available.
Register Here
*MEMBERS: Riveredge has a new registration system. Please login (for the member discount) by following these instructions.
Members:
Follow the instructions using the button below to login to your member account for member discounts on programs and events. You can use this login to check your membership status, see your expiration date, and renew your membership as well.
If you don’t see the member price after logging in, need help checking your membership status, or you are unsure what email address we have on file, please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at [email protected] or call the Riveredge office at 262-375-2715.
To become a member, click here
October 24
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10:00 am
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11:30 am
October 15 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Free Healthy Cooking Class
Chili Crisp Alfredo
Spice up your pasta game with our Free Healthy Cooking Chili Crisp Alfredo class! Learn to make creamy Alfredo sauce with a spicy kick from chili crisp for a unique and flavorful twist. This hands-on class will guide you through creating this irresistible dish, perfect for adding excitement to your meals.
Ages 12+ (under 16 must have a parent or guardian registered as well)
Free for all participants. Registration required, limited spaces available. Registration deadline: Sunday, October 13 at 11:55pm.
Register Here
This class is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.
October 15
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5:30 pm
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7:00 pm
October 1 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Free Healthy Cooking Class
Chili Crisp Alfredo
Spice up your pasta game with our Free Healthy Cooking Chili Crisp Alfredo class! Learn to make creamy Alfredo sauce with a spicy kick from chili crisp for a unique and flavorful twist. This hands-on class will guide you through creating this irresistible dish, perfect for adding excitement to your meals.
Ages 12+ (under 16 must have a parent or guardian registered as well)
Free for all participants. Registration required, limited spaces available. Registration deadline: Sunday, September 29 at 11:55pm.
This class will be repeated on October 15.
Register Here
This class is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.
October 1
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5:30 pm
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7:00 pm
September 25 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm (rescheduled date and time)
Free Healthy Cooking Class
Fresh Veggie Frittata
Discover how to make a delicious and nutritious Fresh Veggie Frittata in this free, hands-on class. Learn simple techniques and enjoy a flavorful, veggie-packed dish you can easily recreate at home. Join us and elevate your cooking skills while enjoying a healthy meal!
Ages 12+ (under 16 must have a parent or guardian registered as well)
Free for all participants. Registration required, limited spaces available. Registration deadline is Sunday, September 22nd at 11:55pm.
Register Here
This class is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.
September 25
@
5:30 pm
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7:00 pm
September 3 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Free Healthy Cooking Class
Fresh Veggie Frittata
Discover how to make a delicious and nutritious Fresh Veggie Frittata in this free, hands-on class. Learn simple techniques and enjoy a flavorful, veggie-packed dish you can easily recreate at home. Join us and elevate your cooking skills while enjoying a healthy meal!
Ages 12+ (under 16 must have a parent or guardian registered as well)
Free for all participants. Registration required, limited spaces available. This class will be repeated on September 17.
Register Here
This class is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.
September 3
@
5:30 pm
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7:00 pm
October 16 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Nature Tots
Nature Tots is an early childhood program designed for learners ages 2-5 years old, accompanied by an adult guardian (little siblings ages 0-1 are welcome to tag along). A Riveredge Naturalist will focus on outdoor exploration, literacy, physical development, nature intelligence, and social development.
Members*: $4 | Non-members: $8
Pre-register by October 15 at 11:55 pm or register at the program if spots are available.
Register Here
*MEMBERS: Riveredge has a new registration system. Please login (for the member discount) by following these instructions.
Members:
Follow the instructions using the button below to login to your member account for member discounts on programs and events. You can use this login to check your membership status, see your expiration date, and renew your membership as well.
If you don’t see the member price after logging in, need help checking your membership status, or you are unsure what email address we have on file, please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at [email protected] or call the Riveredge office at 262-375-2715.
To become a member, click here
October 16
@
10:00 am
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11:30 am
October 6 @ 6:30 am – 4:00 pm
Ozaukee Washington Bird Coalition
Big Sit
The Noel J. Cutright Bird Club, in cooperation with the Lake Michigan Bird Observatory and OWBC, will host its annual “Big Sit!” at Forest Beach Migratory Preserve, five miles north of Port Washington. The count begins on the Bill Cowart Memorial Hawk Watch Platform on the northeast corner of the preserve. The Sit’s 17-foot circle is on the perfectly-sized hawk watch platform at Forest Beach Migratory Preserve. Since 2007, birders have recorded a total of 262 species at Forest Beach. Join for a half- hour, or just part of the day!
Meet at Forest Beach Migratory Preserve (address below).
Ages 18+
Free to attend | Pre-registration is not required.
October 6
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6:30 am
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4:00 pm
October 18 @ 4:00 pm, 5:30 pm, and 7:00 pm
Trails & Treats
Join us for an evening of tricks and treats for kids on the trails of Riveredge! Choose your own adventure along a 1.5 mile loop, as activity stations and fun will be scattered about the land. Visit educators in costume and dive into hands on experiences examining animal bones, learning leaves, and playing a batty game! Enjoy a crackling campfire with family and friends and share autumn and Halloween inspired stories. Cider and popcorn available for purchase. Costumes and flashlights are encouraged!
3 Sessions Available:
– Session 1: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
– Session 2: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm (Walk-ins only accepted until 7pm)
– Session 3: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
For ages 2-12 | Children must be accompanied by an adult
Member kids: $5 | Non-member kids: $10 (Supervising adults attend free!)
Pre-register by October 17 at 11:55 pm or register at the program if spots are available.
Register for Session 1
Register for Session 2
Register for Session 3
*MEMBERS: Riveredge has a new registration system. Please login (for the member discount) by following these instructions.
Members:
Follow the instructions using the button below to login to your member account for member discounts on programs and events. You can use this login to check your membership status, see your expiration date, and renew your membership as well.
If you don’t see the member price after logging in, need help checking your membership status, or you are unsure what email address we have on file, please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at [email protected] or call the Riveredge office at 262-375-2715.
To become a member, click here
October 18
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4:00 pm
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8:30 pm
