Storybook Trail New Story Debut
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThis year’s featured story is Julie the Rockhound by local author Gail Karwoski, and there will be rock activities including a rock trade. 2:30 p.m. FREE! www.sandycreeknaturecenterinc.org
Oconee Rivers Audubon Society Meeting
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesChuck Murphy, a professional bird photographer and photography teacher, will speak about tips and tricks for better backyard bird photos. 7–8 p.m. FREE! www.oconeeriversaudubon.org
Comedy/Nature/Science Night
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLocal comedians will work with the nature center staff to deliver laughs and discuss short science topics. 7–9 p.m. $10. www.accgovga.myrec.com
Forest Bathing
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesA guided immersive experience in the forest with a master naturalist and forest therapy guide. Includes a tea ceremony from local plants. Ages 18 & up. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. $20–30. www.accgovga.myrec.com
Palentine’s Night
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy crafts and snacks, have some coffee and chocolate, then end the night with a planetarium program. 7–9 p.m. $25. www.accgovga.myrec.com
25th Annual Frog Hop 5K Road Race
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesA one-mile Tadpole Fun Run and a 5K benefitting Sandy Creek Nature Center. 2 p.m. (Fun Run), 2:30 p.m. (5K). $25. www.sandycreeknaturecenterinc.org
Homeschool Series
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn more about Georgia’s symbols by diving into animals and plants that represent the state. 10 a.m. $4 (ACC residents), $6 (non-residents). accgovga.myrec.com
Oconee Rivers Audubon Society
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesMateo Fennell will speak about native tree species that benefit birds and detecting tree diseases. 7–8 p.m. FREE! www.oconeeriversaudubon.org
Frog Watch Training
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn to identify and count frogs as part of this citizen science program. Ages 13 & up. Registration required. 3 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
