Here’s a learning fair for e-schoolers, a moonlit nature hike and a tour of the Underground Railroad — pick and choose from this week’s array of events.
• LEARNING/SCIENCE FAIR
Where/When: Celebration Church, 688 Dan St., Akron, today from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
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Why Go: If you are considering the e-school public-school option, this is a good opportunity to see the kind of work the students of Ohio Virtual Academy are doing.
Pricing: Free.
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• ICE SKATING
Where/When: , Thursday and Friday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday from noon to 9 p.m.; and Sunday and Monday from noon to 8 p.m.
Why Go: The outdoor ice rink at Lock 3 is closed for the season. However, there is one more weekend left for the outdoor rink at Falls River Square in Cuyahoga Falls.
Pricing: $3 for non-residents; $3 skate rental.
• BUTTERFLIES IN YOUR BACKYARD
Where/When: F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm Visitor's Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, Thursday at 7 p.m.
Why Go: Find out which beautiful butterflies call our area home. And, in preparation of spring, learn what will attract them to your backyard.
Pricing: Free.
• FULL MOON HIKE AND CAMPFIRE
Where/When: F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm Visitor's Center, Friday at 7 p.m.
Why Go: If butterflies don't excite you, maybe the full moon will. Join a metroparks' naturalist for a hike under the full moon and then enjoy a campfire on the Seneca Deck. Marshmallows will be provided for roasting. If you'd like, bring your own food to cook over the fire.
Pricing: Free.
• A FUGITIVE'S PATH: ESCAPE ON THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
Where/When: Hale Farm & Village, 2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, Monday, Feb. 21.
Why Go: In honor of Black History Month, and since school is out on Presidents' Day, why not follow the path of a runaway slave. The day program is a timed tour for kids in fifth grade and up. Call ahead to make reservations: 330-666-3711.
Pricing: $12 per student