Cranberry Day

Family Admission and Individual Admission Tickets are available! Family Admission includes up to 5 family members. Please purchase extra Individual Ad...More
Family Admission and Individual Admission Tickets are available! Family Admission includes up to 5 family members. Please purchase extra Individual Admission tickets if your group is larger. Children 2 and under are free.
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Cranberry Day Family Admission

South Shore Nature Center

11/8/2025 to 11/8/2025

Sat

10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Born 01/01/1900 to 12/31/9999

Registration 10/7/2025 to 11/8/2025


Cranberry Day Individual Admission

South Shore Nature Center

11/8/2025 to 11/8/2025

Sat

10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Born 01/01/1900 to 12/31/9999

Registration 10/7/2025 to 11/8/2025


Forest Friends Nature Playgroup

Little explorers and their caregivers are invited to engage in nature-based play, seasonal STEAM activities and crafts, and to meet other families ...More

Little explorers and their caregivers are invited to engage in nature-based play, seasonal STEAM activities and crafts, and to meet other families who share a passion for nature! For the Nov - Dec session, please come dressed for the weather! Each week, the program will begin with outdoor exploration and storytime. We’ll then move indoors for the second half, where participants may meet our animal ambassadors, create nature-themed crafts, and continue discovering the wonders of the natural world. The Jan - March session will run indoors.

  • Ages 18 months – 5 years, with a caregiver

Contact: [email protected]

 

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Forest Friends Nature Playgroup - 11/11/25 - 12/30/25

South Shore Nature Center

11/11/2025 to 12/30/2025

Tue

9:30 AM to 10:30 AM

1y 6m to 5y

Registration 10/22/2025 to 12/30/2025


Forest Friends Nature Playgroup - 1/6/26 - 3/31/26

South Shore Nature Center

1/6/2026 to 3/31/2026

Tue

9:30 AM to 10:30 AM

1y 6m to 5y

Registration 10/22/2025 to 3/31/2026


EcoZone Exploration

Come explore the EcoZone and stay for storytime with an Environmental Educator! The EcoZone at the South Shore YMCA Nature Center features rotating...More

Come explore the EcoZone and stay for storytime with an Environmental Educator! The EcoZone at the South Shore YMCA Nature Center features rotating environmental exhibits and seasonal children’s activities. Children will love the turtles, fish, carnivorous plants, scavenger hunts, and more! EcoZone Exploration & Storytime is from 9:30-10:30am, allowing for exploration at your own pace. An Environmental Educator will lead storytime indoors or weather permitting, outside in our amphitheater!

  • Please register each child attending.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • Questions: Email [email protected]
  • South Shore YMCA Nature Center: 48 Jacobs Lane, Norwell, MA
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Turtle Tales: Storytime at South Shore YMCA Nature Center

South Shore Nature Center

11/13/2025 to 11/13/2025

Thu

9:30 AM to 10:30 AM

to 6y

Registration 11/1/2025 to 11/13/2025


Nature Rhythms: Dance and Music

Join us for dance, movement, an...More

Join us for dance, movement, and music inspired by nature! Together we’ll discover how the wind, animals, trees, and flowing water can inspire movement and rhythm. Children will develop motor skills, coordination, and a deepened connection to nature. Dress comfortably. Ages 2-6 years, with a caregiver.

Contact: [email protected]

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Nature Rhythms: Dance and Music - 11/17/25 - 12/22/25

South Shore Nature Center

11/17/2025 to 12/22/2025

Mon

9:15 AM to 10:00 AM

2y to 6y

Registration 10/9/2025 to 12/22/2025


Nature Rhythms: Dance and Music - 1/9/26 - 3/27/26

South Shore Nature Center

1/9/2026 to 3/31/2026

Fri

10:15 AM to 11:00 AM

2y to 6y

Registration 10/22/2025 to 3/27/2026


Little Sprout Art

Little Sprout Art will dive into fun and creative art projects inspired by the natural world. From painting and collage to sculpture and printmakin...More

Little Sprout Art will dive into fun and creative art projects inspired by the natural world. From painting and collage to sculpture and printmaking, little artists will explore new materials and techniques in a playful, welcoming environment. Perfect for curious kids and their caregivers who love to make and play. This program will take place indoors.

What to Expect:
Nature-Inspired Art Projects: Every class will feature a creative project connected to plants, animals, and/or seasons, etc
Creative Exploration: Kids will get to touch, mix, and build as they express themselves through art
A Welcoming Space: Connect with other families and enjoy quality time together while making art in a fun, inclusive setting

Contact: [email protected]

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Little Sprout Art - 11/14/25 - 12/19/25

South Shore Nature Center

11/14/2025 to 12/19/2025

Fri

9:15 AM to 10:00 AM

2y to 6y

Registration 10/9/2025 to 12/19/2025


Little Sprout Art - 1/9/26 - 3/27/26

South Shore Nature Center

1/9/2026 to 3/27/2026

Fri

9:15 AM to 10:00 AM

2y to 6y

Registration 10/22/2025 to 3/27/2026


Homeschool

PRIVATE homeschool group. Please contact the Nature Center Director at [email protected] prior to registering.

*PRIVATE* Homeschool Group - Thursdays

South Shore Nature Center

9/4/2025 to 11/20/2025

Thu

11:00 AM to 3:30 PM

9y to 14y 11m

Registration 12/6/2024 to 9/1/2025


Afterschool Nature Makers

Where nature, art, and ...More

Where nature, art, and science meet! In this creative, hands-on program, students will explore our forests, fields, and gardens to find inspiration in the natural world. Each week, they’ll use a variety of natural, recycled, and mixed media materials to create art. Participants will experiment with techniques like watercolor, collage, printmaking, sculpture, and more – blending art with nature and science. Activities will take place both indoors and outdoors, so please dress for the weather and bring a water bottle.

Contact: [email protected]

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Afterschool Nature Makers

South Shore Nature Center

9/4/2025 to 10/30/2025

Thu

3:45 PM to 5:15 PM

5y to 12y 11m

Registration 1/23/2024 to 9/2/2025


Afterschool Nature Crew

Join us for nature-based fun in an informal afterschool setting...More

Join us for nature-based fun in an informal afterschool setting! We’ll play games, design eco-art projects, and explore how nature works through fun STEAM experiments and engineering challenges. Led by experienced Environmental Educators, this program encourages discovery through play, exploration, and hands-on activities.  This session will meet primarily indoors.

Contact: [email protected]

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Afterschool Nature Crew - 1/7/26 - 3/25/26

South Shore Nature Center

1/7/2026 to 3/25/2026

Wed

3:45 PM to 5:15 PM

5y 4m to 12y 11m

Registration 10/23/2025 to 3/25/2026


Kids Nature Night Out

South Shore YMCA Nature Center

48 Jacobs Lane, Norwell, MA

Give yourself a night off while your kids enjoy an evening of fun an...More

South Shore YMCA Nature Center

48 Jacobs Lane, Norwell, MA

Give yourself a night off while your kids enjoy an evening of fun and exploration! Kids Nature Night Out offers a safe, engaging environment led by experienced South Shore YMCA Nature Center staff. The evening begins outdoors with pizza, games, nature exploration, and crafts, followed by indoor activities including animal encounters in the EcoZone and a nature-themed movie to wind down the night.

Questions? Contact [email protected]

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Kids Nature Night Out - 11/21/25

South Shore Nature Center

11/21/2025 to 11/21/2025

Fri

5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

5y to 12y 11m

Registration 4/21/2025 to 11/16/2025


Late Pick-Up Preschool

Late Pick-Up Preschool

South Shore Nature Center

1/1/2024 to 12/31/9999

Sun to Sat