Fun, Family, and Exploration!
ESC offers a variety of activities, programs, and resources in Renton for families to build confidence exploring outside, participate in free hands-on science, and spend time learning lifelong stewardship skills. Programs range in experiences but have components for preK-middle school students, adults, and all family members.
Summer 2024 Events
Drop-in Science Time!
July 11: 1:00-2:00 PM
Join ESC at the Family First Community Center in Renton for our drop-in science time. Interact with LIVE BIRDS, investigate what owls eat, and more to become an avian scientist! These programs are open to all ages, but best recommended for families with scientists in grades K-8th.
No registration, just stop by to participate!
Nature Story Time
July 12: 10:00-11:00 AM
Join ESC at the Family First Community Center in Renton for nature themed toddler story time. Join us for stories, movement, and science activities as we learn all about the science of the shells. Great for ages 2-5 with their caregivers.
No registration, just stop by to participate!
Nature Adventure Family Camp
July 13: 9:30 AM-12:00 PM
Join the us for a morning of nature-based activities, hands-on science stations, and nature walks for some family fun in Liberty Park! This is your opportunity to investigate the “bugs” and salmon of the Cedar River, conduct scientific research, and learn about local stewardship actions you and your family can partake in. This program is recommended for families with nature lovers in 1st-5th grade and must have at least one accompanying, participating adult.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Drop-in Science Time!
July 25: 3:00-4:00 PM
Join ESC at the Family First Community Center in Renton for our drop-in science time. Come try your hand at pressing herbs to learn more about how plants can be used to season our food. These programs are open to all ages, but best recommended for families with scientists in grades K-8th.
No registration, just stop by to participate!
Family Exploration Day
August 3: 10:00-3:00 PM
Join ESC naturalists on the first Saturday of the month this summer at Liberty Park, in Renton, for free hands-on science stations and to check out one of our new Family Nature Kits! Designed to give explorers of all ages and abilities a more facilitated way to explore outdoors and downtown Renton. August’s theme is zoology with special guest visit from John the Falconer with a live rapture encounter!
No registration, just stop by to participate!
Drop-in Science Time!
August 8: 3:00-4:00 PM
Join ESC at the Family First Community Center in Renton for our drop-in science time. Come explore the science of air quality in partnership with Nurturing Roots. These programs are open to all ages, but best recommended for families with scientists in grades K-8th.
No registration, just stop by to participate!
Nature Story Time
August 9: 10:00-11:00 AM
Join ESC at the Family First Community Center in Renton for nature themed toddler story time. Join us for stories, movement, and science activities as we learn all about the science of the water. Great for ages 2-5 with their caregivers. Note: we may get a little wet during water play.
No registration, just stop by to participate!
Pollinator Science Exploration
August 19: 12:00-2:00 PM
Join ESC at the Renton Library for hands-on science and crafts to explore the world of marine science. Build an insect, see the world through compound eyes, and more to become a pollinator scientist during this drop-in science time! Great for all ages.
No registration, just stop by to participate!
Drop-in Science Time!
August 22: 3:00-4:00 PM
Join ESC at the Family First Community Center in Renton for our drop-in science time. Come celebrate the end of summer with some themed hands-on science activities. These programs are open to all ages, but best recommended for families with scientists in grades K-8th.
No registration, just stop by to participate!
Nature Journaling Workshop
August 24: 12:30-2:30 PM
Discover the wonders of nature with ESC at the Renton Library. Explore some potential prompts and layouts to start your own journal or additions to add to your routine. All materials will be provided, but feel free to bring ones you love using. Great for ages 16+.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
These programs are in partnership with the City of Renton, the King County Library System, and the Family First Community Center. May of these programs are funded by the generous support of King County Wastewater Treatment Division, King County Healthy Parks grants, and other partners.