05/28/2026
NatureFest this Saturday at College of S MD La Plata Campus!
It’s going to be a beautiful day this Saturday – you should come see us at NatureFest 2026 from 10 am to 3 pm at the College of S MD La Plata Campus! Southern Maryland Audubon Society will have a booth in the Nature’s Way neighborhood (vendors will be located in specific "neighborhoods") directly behind the AD building. Many of our nature friends will be with us i.e. Port To***co River Conservancy, Wild Ones Chesapeake Bay, CSM/Town of La Plata Bird Campus/Bird City, and more!!
From the Nature’s Way neighborhood you can also go explore other neighborhoods like Talon’s Terrace, Explorer’s Way and Creative Cove - there’s something for everyone! The event will offer a youth bird count activity, live raptor show, free native plants, live reptiles, nature walks, nature art, STEM activities, activities and games for kids. This is a great event to not miss!! See the agenda of special presentations that are also included.
You can see the show schedule and register for free here (we just like to get a head count!): http://neighborhoodcreativeartscenter.org/nature-fest
Extraordinary Caterpillar Film
Rest your weary feet in CE 101 during this beautifully themed movie documenting the little life and transformation of the caterpillar. Showtimes: 10:15 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:45 PM, 2:00 PM.
All Day for Face Paint
Stop by our face paint canopy for a free nature-inspired look!
All Day at the Peaceful Place
A peaceful place in CE 108 for little ones to rest, decompress, or just take a break. Designed especially for PreK and elementary-aged children.
10:15 AM / Works of Art from Found Objects
Stop by BU 105 to learn how to make all types of art using found objects with Sea Drift Sculptures. This presentation is perfect for creatives and explorers.
10:15 AM / Little Bug Yoga (ages 2+)
Calling all our little bugs and their partners! For ages 2+ and their parents, join us for a short yoga session with Annah of Yoga & Movement Rx in the BU lobby area.
10:30 AM / CSM Campus Nature Walk
With CSM's botany professor, Bill Wultich, students will start in BU 111 and explore the college's campus for natural wonders, bugs, butterflies, flowers, and more.
10:45 AM / Yoga Charades
Mix some music and movement in this short yoga session with Annah of Yoga & Movement Rx with Annah in BU lobby area.
10:45–10:55 AM / Relay Races
Race with your friends at the Creative Cove on the SR lawn to burn some energy before seeing another show!
11 AM / The Last Bivalvian
Join the Chesapeake Mermaid in BI 103 for an exciting look into the aquatic world of mollusks!
11 AM / Raptors: Native Birds of Prey
Learn all about raptors from Mike Callahan of the Nanjemoy Environmental Education Center outside the library! Meet a raptor in real life.
11:15 AM / Musical Yoga (ages 2+)
Mix some music and movement in this short yoga session with Annah of Yoga & Movement Rx with Annah in BU lobby area.
11:30–11:50 AM / Forest Frolic: Music & Movement Fun (ages 2–6)
We're wiggling and squiggling in this nature-themed interactive mix of jumping, shaking, and song with Ms. Miriam of the Neighborhood Creative Arts Center. Join us at the Creative Cove on the SR lawn.
11:50 AM–12 PM / Relay Races
Race with your friends at the Creative Cove on the SR lawn to burn some energy before seeing another show!
12 PM / Silly Songs by the Barnyard Bard
On the CC building stage (Room 102), Alden Phelps, a children's song writer and singer, shares animal songs like ‘Everybody’s Wakin’ Up,’ colorful visuals, and animated stories to cultivate an appreciation of farms and understanding of the central role that farms play in our everyday lives. Perfect for ages 5–9.
12:30 PM / Giants of the Bay
With the Chesapeake Mermaid in BI 103, we're introduced to some of the biggest challenges facing our environment—development, industry, and policy. Together, we learn how to be giants ourselves as we explore the environment and how to protect it.
12:30 PM / Little Bug Yoga (ages 2+)
Calling all our little bugs and their partners! For ages 2+ and their parents, join us for a short yoga session with Annah of Yoga & Movement Rx in the BU lobby area.
12:45–12:55 PM / Relay Races
Race with your friends at the Creative Cove on the SR lawn to burn some energy before seeing another show!
1–1:20 PM / Forest Frolic: Music & Movement Fun (ages 2–6)
In the Creative Cove on the SR lawn, we're wiggling and squiggling in this nature-themed interactive mix of jumping, spinning, shaking, and song with Ms Miriam of the Neighborhood Creative Arts Center.
1:15 PM / Exploring on a Nature Walk
Join the Earth Liaison in BU 107 as we begin a nature walk to explore everything nature-related from bugs and stems to seeds and soil.
1:30 PM / Raptors: Native Birds of Prey
Learn all about raptors from Mike Callahan of the Nanjemoy Environmental Education Center outside the library! Plus, meet a raptor in real life.
1:45–1:55 PM / Relay Races
Race with your friends at the Creative Cove on the SR lawn to burn some energy before seeing another show!
2 PM / CSM Campus Nature Walk
With CSM's botany professor, Bill Wultich, students will start in BU 106 and explore the college's campus for natural wonders, bugs, butterflies, flowers, and more.
10 AM–1:30 PM / Celtic Music
Presented by the River Barge Trading Company on the AD Building Awning.
10 AM–2 PM / Banjo Music
By our returning Roundhouse Banjo Band on the bookstore steps.
