Celebrate Arbor Day-Earth Day Family Festival with activities, demos and more at Lewis Creek Park in Bellevue - Saturday, April 18th 2015 from 11am-1:30pm

For more info. go here.

"Lost in the Woods" (Children's Movie) at Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center in Bellevue - Sunday, April 12th 2015 from 2-3pm

"Lost in the Woods" - A Children's Movie!

" In the springtime a fawn is born, and his mother sings him to sleep in the grass. Watch along as he wakes up and explores his surroundings, meeting many friends along the way! Running time is 30 minutes. "

For more info. go here.

Colorful Fall: Why Do the Leaves Change? at Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center in Bellevue - Saturday, October 25th 2014 from 1-2pm

" Every fall a beautiful, mysterious event occurs. The trees become brilliant shades of red, yellow, orange and brown. Why does this change happen? Learn what makes deciduous trees lose their leaves, and why it is beneficial. "

For more info. go here.

Two fun and educational events in Bellevue tomorrow if you want to get out of the rain with the little ones - Sunday, March 9th 2014 - One at 2pm, one at 2:30 pm - Various locations.

Two fun events to get out of the house tomorrow afternoon, but stay out of the rain and enjoy with the littles!

Dinosaurs and Other Creature Features" (Children's Movie)  Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center from 2-2:30 " Travel back in time to when dinosaurs ruled the earth!  Then learn about some of the world's  creepiest creatures like spiders, ants and more.  Running time is 30 minutes. " For more info. go here.

Mercer's Minnows (Ranger Program)  Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center from 2-3pm " Did you know that a few times each spring, scores of foot-long minnows travel up the Mercer  Slough on the way to their spawning beds in Kelsey Creek?  Come learn more about their fascinating  journey and watersheds in general.  We'll play a fun peamouth minnow game! " For more info. go here.

Cougars (Living with Wildlife) event at the Lewis Creek Visitor Center in Bellevue - Sunday, January 19th 2014 at 1pm

Learn all about cougars and what to do if you ever encounter one!

" Mountain lion, puma and panther are all aliases for the most elusive predator in Bellevue. There have been cougar sightings for the past few years in south Bellevue, including a few in Lewis Creek Park! Come learn about these majestic hunters; how to identify them or signs of them, as well as what you should do if you come across one. "

Recommended for kids ages 10 and older.

For more info. go here.

"GREEN HOUR" AT LEWIS CREEK PARK IN BELLEVUE - 3RD SATURDAYS OF THE MONTH 2014 AT 1PM

Check out the "Green Hour" at Lewis Creek Park! 

Join in for a Green Hour at Lewis Creek Park.  You and the kids can observe and explore the park during this hour of unstructured play and interaction with the natural world.  Each month creative, science-based ideas will have children and parents deepening their knowledge and love of nature together! 

Recommended for kids ages 5 years and older.

No registration required.

For more info. call 425-452-4195 or go here.

"All About Bones" - Compare animal skulls and learn at the Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center in Bellevue - Saturday, January 11th 2014 at 1pm

This sounds kinda cool! (Sort of.)

" Come examine the skulls of several animals that live in Bellevue, and find out which is which! Discover the reason that each skull looks the way it looks, and how bones can tell the life story of an animal. "

Recommended for kids ages 6 and up!

For more info. go here.

"Planet Earth: Ice Worlds" A free nature movie at the Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center in Bellevue - Sunday, January 5th 2014 at 2pm

" Venture to the poles of Earth to see extreme environments with harsh conditions, bitter cold and great seasonal change.  Meet the animals that call this unwelcoming ecosystem home.  Running time is 60 minutes. "

Recommended for kids ages 12 and up.

Free, but donations accepted.



For more info. go here.

"Growing up Wild: Penguins on Parade" movie at Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center in Bellevue - Sunday, November 10th 2013 at 2pm

Go and learn all about Penguins at this free event hosted by Lewis Creek Park's Visitor Center!

" Learn about growing up as a flightless bird.  "Growing Up Wild" gives fun and entertaining insight into the animal kingdom.  Running time is 30 minutes. "

Recommended for kids ages 3 and up.


For more info. go here.

"Totally Tropical Rainforest" - A nature film featuring animals at Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center - Sunday, July 14th 2013 at 2pm

Take the kids and see an educational, nature film!

" Take a totally tropical trip to the rain forest and meet spotted jaguars, colorful poison-arrow frogs, slow sloths and loud howler monkeys! Running time 45 mins. "

Recommended for kids age 3 and up.

For more info. go here.

Free Movie "John Muir: In the New World" for kids ages 12 and up at Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center in Bellevue - Sunday, May 5th 2013 from 2-3:30pm

Kids can learn all about John Muir and his preservation efforts!

" The life and career of America's first nature preservationist come to life through this inspiring and beautiful documentary set against the magnificent landscapes of the American West. Running time is 85 minutes. "

Recommended for kids ages 12 and up.


For more info. go here.

2nd Annual Wildlife Baby Shower at Lewis Creek Visitor Center with rescued animals, activities and more in Bellevue - Saturday, May 4th 2013 from 11am-3pm - "Less than a Latte" each with animal food/supply donation (see list) or monetary suggested donation of $5 per participant

" Come see rescued raptors, owls, opossums, hawks and falcons as we celebrate with a supply drive and family festival.  Activities will include games, crafts, skits, scavenger hunts, ranger walks and a wildlife presentation.  You'll also have a chance to win a raffle to help Sarvey with wildlife release.  Come celebrate Spring, learn about baby animals and help out a great cause! We will collect in-kind and monetary donations for Sarvey Wildlife Care Center, a not-for-profit organization that cares for abandoned and injured wild animals. "

 

For more info. go here.

Arbor Day/Earth Day Celebration with Volunteering Opps. & Family Festival at Lewis Creek Park in Bellevue - Saturday, April 20th 2013 from 9-11am for Volunteer Projects and 11am-1pm for Family Festival - Pre-register for Volunteering!

 

" Call 425-452-4195 to volunteer -  Pre-registration is not required for event attendance. "

For more info. go here.

Free Showing of "Aardvark Town" at Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center in Seattle - Sunday, April 14th 2013 at 2pm

Head to Lewis Creek Park where you and the little ones can watch a show that teaches about animals and their special features. Thirty minute show features real life and animation.

" Join the adventures of the Kratt brothers as they meet up with cool creatures from around the world.  Each episode is an adventure that also features how animals use science in their natural lives. "

Running time for the show is 30 minutes.

Recommended for kids ages 6 and up. 


For more info. call 425-452-4195 or go here.

 

"Green Hour" at Lewis Creek Park in Bellevue - Saturday, April 13th 2013 at 1pm

Check out the "Green Hour" at Lewis Creek Park!


Join in for a Green Hour at Lewis Creek Park.  You and the kids can observe and explore the park during this hour of unstructured play and interaction with the natural world.  Each month creative, science-based ideas will have children and parents deepening their knowledge and love of nature together!

Recommended for kids ages 5 years and older.

No registration required.


For more info. call 425-452-4195 or go here.

"Tons of fun" - Free movie for kids about baby hippos, elephants and rhinos at Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center in Bellevue - Sunday, March 10th 2013 at 2pm

Take the little ones and go and watch a movie about the world's biggest babies - hippos, elephants and rhinos! 

Movie runs 30 minutes.

Recommended for kids ages 3 years and up.


For more info. go here.

Children's Storytime and Craft at Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center in Bellevue - on Friday, February 1st 2013 at 11am - "Less than a Latte" - 17 Spots still available - Register online

	Frightful's Daughter" (children's activity)

" Follow the story of a boy who watches over a family of peregrine falcons.  We always make a fun craft to take home! "

• Times - choose one of these sessions: 
       11 a.m. to noon (17 spots available!)
       1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (full)

Ages:  3 years and older.

Cost per child:  $2.50/residents and $3/non-residents.

Pre-registration:  Required.

To register:  425-452-6885, or go here for course #72565 being held at 11am and sign up online.

 

 

 

For more info. call 425-452-4195 or go here.

Three FREE Nature Films in Bellevue - Two on Friday, January 25th and One on Saturday, January 26th 2013 - Various Times/Locations - For Tweens and up - NO RSVP required

"Christmas in Yellowstone" (movie) Date(s): 1/25/2013 - 1/25/2013 Weekday(s): Friday Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center, 5808 Lakemont Blvd SE, Bellevue WA Contact: 425-452-4195 Summary: Celebrate the beauty and wonders of the season in one of the most extraordinary places on Earth.  Here are sights that only a fraction of Yellowstone's almost three million visitors each year are privileged to see.  This mesmerizing program captures winter in the wilderness in all of its splendor.  Running time is 52 minutes. Ages:  Appropriate for ages 12 years and older. Cost:  Free!  Donations will be gratefully accepted. Pre-registration:  Not requried. Info:  425-452-4195

Title: "Nature's Most Amazing Events: The Great Melt" (movie) Date(s): 1/25/2013 - 1/25/2013 Weekday(s): Friday Time: 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Location: Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, Douglas Fir Community Room, 1625 118th Avenue SE, Bellevue WA Contact: 425-452-2565 Summary: Each season, as the ever-thinning Arctic ice recedes, polar bears face a daunting challenge.  Running time is approximately 50 minutes.  We'll provide the popcorn! Ages:  Best for ages 8 years and older. Cost:  Free! Pre-registration:  Not required. Info:  mseec@bellevuewa.gov or 425-452-2565.

Title: "Land of the Lost Wolves" Screening (movie) Date(s): 1/26/2013 - 1/26/2013 Weekday(s): Saturday Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center, 5808 Lakemont Blvd SE, Bellevue WA Contact: 425-452-4195 Summary:   Join us for a free screening of "Land of the Lost Wolves," the amazing BBC documentary about the return of wolves to the Washington Cascades.  We will watch clips from the film along with new footage.  Conservation Northwest representative Kit McGurn will be on hand to discuss the film and answer questions. Ages:  14 years and older. Cost:  Free! Pre-registration:  Not required. Info:  425-452-4195

"Creepy Crawlers" - a Free Children's Movie at Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center in Bellevue - Sunday, January 13th 2013 at 2pm

Take the little ones and see a free nature movie!

" Learn about beautiful butterflies and bugs galore - fleas, moths, beetles and caterpillars.  Running time is 30 minutes. "

Recommended for kids age 3 and up.


For more info. go here.

"Christmas in Yellowstone" a free movie at Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center in Bellevue - Sunday, December 16th 2012 at 2pm

A free nature film for kids!

" Celebrate the beauty and wonders of the season in one of the most extraordinary places on Earth.  Here are sights that only a fraction of Yellowstone's almost three million visitors each year are privileged to see.  This mesmerizing program captures winter in the wilderness in all of its splendor.  Running time is 52 minutes. "

Recommended for kids ages 12 and up.

Free but donations will be gratefully accepted.


For more info. call 425-452-4195 or go here.