This nature story and craft class is for parents and
children up to 5 years old. Free; donations accepted. No reservation required.
Pony Express Mustang & Classic Ford Club Car Show Saturday,
September 6
9AM - 4PM
Mesker Zoo
Stroll the Zoo while viewing
an impressive lineup of cars on display. Vote for your favorite car and while
you are at the zoo, check out all the animals too!
Fido Walk & Fun
Fest
Saturday, September 13
9 AM - 2 PM
VanderburghCounty Humane Society
The Fido Walk
and Fun Fest is the VHS 6th annual dog walk. Participants secure
pledges and try to win prizes. The minimum pledge is $20.00 just to
walk. The more you raise the more you earn prize wise. You can also raise
pledges on line by visiting www.vhslifesaver.org. After the walk the VHS hosts games and contests for the
dogs such as best trick, best costume, and best bark/howl. The Fido Fest also
features a dog wash, games and crafts for the kids, along with a bounce
house, clowns and an open area for the dogs to run. While you are there, be
sure to check out the pet-related vendors and the VHS food booth.
Registration starts at 9 a.m. for
those who have not pre-registered. The walk starts at 10 a.m. and the fun lasts
until 2 p.m. Bring your dogs down for a howlin’ good time! VHS asks that all
dogs be current on vaccinations, not on a retractable leash and at least 4 mos.
of age.
“All in all it a great event that people can participate
in with their dogs,” says Diane Whipkey, VHS Special Events Coordinator.
Butterfly
Bedazzaled Hike
Wednesday, September 17
9 – 10 AM
Howell Wetlands
Experience the sights and
sensations of butterflies that call Howell Wetlands home. Where do butterflies
go for the winter? How long do they live? What is the difference between a
monarch and a viceroy? To find answers to these and other questions, join
Debbie Goedde, Southwest Indiana Master Gardner and butterfly enthusiast and
the Howell Wetland friends. Free;
donations accepted. Call 499-2952 for more information.
Learn to be a Magician Workshop
Wednesday, September 17
10:15 AM for preschool and
kindergartners
3:30 PM for elementary aged
children
West Branch Library
Every little kid wants to be
a magician, but pulling a quarter from Uncle Joe’s ear doesn’t quite cut the
mustard. When your kids are ready to be real magicians, check out the Learn to
be a Magician Workshop. This hands-on workshop teaches children ages preschool
and older to actually be magicians. They learn how to perform the tricks and
even get to make them. All materials are furnished. Children can even take the
materials home to perfom the tricks for their families and friends.
WNIN Kid's Fest Saturday, September 20
WNIN Studio
405 Carpenter St.
Evansville, IN47708 (812) 423-2973
Clifford - better known as
the Big Red Dog - will be among the celebrities on hand for this festival
featuring some of the beloved characters from the Public Broadcasting System's
children's shows.
26th Annual Native
American Days September 26, 2008 to September 28, 2008 AngelMoundsState Historic Site
8215 Pollack Ave.
Evansville, IN47715
(812) 852-3956 Discover the
traditions of the native communities who once lived along the Ohio
River. This annual event, sponsored by the Friends of Angel
Mounds, is a fundraiser to help support one of the best preserved ancient
Native American settlements in the nation.
There will be vendors, crafts and demonstrations.
Fall Pancake
Extravaganza Saturday, September 27 8 AM – 12 PM
Patchwork Central
100 Washington Ave Evansville, IN47713 (812) 424-2735
$5 adults, $3 children All you can eat pancakes, fried apples,
sausage, juice, coffee and tea! This is the perfect place to start your day if
you plan to go to the Haynie's Corner Art Festival just a block away from
Patchwork.
Old National Bank
Firefighter Combat Challenge September 27, 2008 to September 28, 2008
The Firefighter Combat
Challenge is an intense relay competition for one of our most honorable
professions – firefighters. In addition to the Combat Challenge, there is also
an interactive children’s area. The children’s competition runs throughout the
day on both the Saturday Sep 27 (12pm – 4pm) and Sunday September 28(12pm –
4pm).
Happy Birthday to
cMoe!
Sunday,September
28
Children’s Museum of Evansville
Celebrate cMoe's second birthday with a special party! Join cMoe for
refreshments and other birthday activities to commemorate another year of
family fun, community support and exciting events! At 2:00, applaud the
presentation of the Second Annual Karen D. Magan Inspiring Life Award, and
enjoy the sounds of Tales & Scales in the Sunday Spotlight Performance.
It's a party you won't want to miss!
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