Home-school science, follow a fugitive slave's path and learn all about salamanders: pick and choose from this week’s array of events.
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Where/When: , 413 Trunko Rd., Fairlawn; Thursday from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
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Why Go: Students ages 6 to 9 will learn about the natural sciences through classroom activities, outdoor investigations, lab exploration and small group activities.
Pricing: $32; $30 for Fairlawn residents.
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• MARIO KART
Where/When: , 3101 Smith Rd., Fairlawn; Thursday.
Why Go: Kids in third through 12th grades will team up for a game of Mario Kart. Snacks included.
Pricing: Free.
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Where/When: Hale Farm & Village, 2686 Oak Hill Rd., Peninsula; Thursday and Friday.
Why Go: Students explore the social, political and economic impact of slavery as they follow the path of a fugitive slave running north to freedom via the Underground Railroad. Day programs at Hale Farm & Village are for students in grades 5 and up; evening programs are for students in grades 7 and up. To make reservations, call 330-666-3711.
Pricing: Day programs are $8 per student; evening programs are $12 per student.
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Where/When: Hale Farm & Village, 2686 Oak Hill Rd., Peninsula; Friday at 9:30 a.m.; program repeats at 2 p.m.
Why Go: Also at Hale Farm & Village, students in kindergarten and up are welcome to compare and contrast sugar camps, tools, techniques and technology used in the sugaring process. They will also visit the Hale Sugar House and other sites to learn more about sugaring in the local community.
Pricing: $6 per student.
• KINDEREALM: SALAMANDERS
Where/When: , 1828 Smith Rd., Akron; Friday at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Why Go: Children between 3 and 6 years old, along with an adult companion, will learn why salamanders cross the road in spring. The program includes a craft and short hike.
Pricing: Free