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Wild Encounters: Second Saturdays

August 9 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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$5 – $7

There’s more to explore at the PlayHouse this summer!

Join us and Peoria Zoo for Wild Encounters on the Porch: Second Saturdays, a special monthly program where Zoo educators bring amazing animals and nature lessons to the PlayHouse!

Happening every second Saturday from May through September, a new topic highlights an exciting animal group or environmental theme through up-close animal presentations, fun facts, hands-on activities, and nature-themed crafts where educators from the Peoria Zoo bring the wonders of wildlife to the Peoria PlayHouse! All ages welcome — perfect for curious kids and families.

Meet ambassador animals, make fun projects, and explore the living world around us!

When/Where: Second Saturdays | 11 AM – 12 PM | PlayHouse Porch

Reserve your spot: here.

Schedule:

  • May 10 – Songbirds: Learn about bird calls and make your own feathered friend!

  • June 14 – Frogs: Discover why frogs are so important to ecosystems.

  • July 12 – Monarch Butterflies + Invertebrates: Dive into pollinators and creepy-crawlies!

  • August 9 – Turtles: Get the facts on these slow-moving, shell-tastic reptiles.

  • September 13 – Bat Boxes: Explore the benefits of bats and how to help them thrive.

Don’t miss this wild collaboration between the Zoo and the PlayHouse!

Details

Date:
August 9
Time:
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Series:
Cost:
$5 – $7
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Venue

Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum
Peoria, IL United States + Google Map