During quiet sensory friendly afternoons, come experience our exhibits in a unique way that meets the needs of your family! With natural lighting, quiet tones, and limited admission, this event provides an enjoyable, low-key experience just for them. We also have a Quiet Room sponsored by SOAR Autism, which is a space for any guests experiencing sensory overload to go to and relax in a comfortable and low sensory environment.

October 12 –Spider 101: Join us as we learn more about our eight-legged friends and engage with these miraculous creatures!  Butterfly Pavilion camps are designed to provide memorable experiences that connect kids to nature and encourage an appreciation for science and invertebrates, the tiny creatures that make the world work! Rosie's Discovery Fall Camps are October 12-13 and November 23-25. Attend day by day or all days!

North and South Pole elves collide in a dazzling night of comedy, circus, and winter magic. Featuring aerial artistry, juggling, dance, clowning, magic, and puppetry. For those ready to step into the story, choose your elf house and join the playful battle for ultimate holiday cheer. Outsmart, outshine, and outlast your rivals to help claim the winter crown! Arrive early for crafts, festive drinks, and cheerful visits from Santa on Saturdays and Sundays.

November 24 – Migration Magic- Embark on the epic journey of the monarch butterfly and discover the secrets of this phenomenon! Butterfly Pavilion camps are designed to provide memorable experiences that connect kids to nature and encourage an appreciation for science and invertebrates, the tiny creatures that make the world work! Rosie's Discovery Fall Camps are October 12-13 and November 23-25. Attend day by day or all days!

December 21 – Praying Mantis 101: Are praying mantis insects or arachnids? Why do some look like flowers and others look like leaves? Come spend the day with us as we explore the world of praying mantises! Sign up day by day for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday activities at Butterfly Pavilion during holiday break weeks December 21-30. One-day camps are designed for children ages 5-9 to provide memorable experiences that connect kids to nature while encouraging and fostering an appreciation for science. Spots are limited.

December 23 – Creatures of the Night: Join us for an exciting adventure into the world of nocturnal critters, where we'll discover the hidden lives of creatures  Sign up day by day for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday activities at Butterfly Pavilion during holiday break weeks December 21-30. One-day camps are designed for children ages 5-9 to provide memorable experiences that connect kids to nature while encouraging and fostering an appreciation for science. Spots are limited.

December 30 – Record Breaking Bugs: Bug Athletes  - Discover the natural world’s top competitors in strength, speed and agility, then put yourself to the test to see if you can break these records! Sign up day by day for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday activities at Butterfly Pavilion during holiday break weeks December 21-30. One-day camps are designed for children ages 5-9 to provide memorable experiences that connect kids to nature while encouraging and fostering an appreciation for science. Spots are limited.

Celebrate the season with a magical medley of holiday happenings! Stroll the Historic Village bedecked in its holiday finery amid villagers bustling with preparations and offering greetings to their neighbors and friends. Bring your family for a festive exploration of our historic homes that are warmed by fires and alive with holiday lights, candles, and traditional decorations. Experience traditional music, dance, and see the celebrations of holidays past.

Celebrate your family’s special moments with Shoott’s FREE 30-minute outdoor photo sessions! Whether it’s summer vacation photos, family portraits, birthday milestones, or simply capturing everyday joy, our talented local photographers make the experience easy and fun. You only pay for the photos you love, with no upfront cost or sitting fee. Receive a gallery of beautifully edited images within days and choose your favorites. Book your session at shoott.com and create lasting memories!

Celebrate the season with Shoott's FREE 30-minute outdoor photo sessions! Whether you're updating your holiday card, gathering the whole family, or simply overdue for new family photos, we make it easy. There's no sitting fee or upfront cost - you only pay for the photos you love. Get a gallery of beautifully edited images within days, choose your favorites, and leave the holiday memories to us.

This October 23rd, step inside The Buffalo History Museum for an unforgettable after-hours experience where history and mystery collide. Wander haunted galleries, encounter Buffalo’s most chilling legends, sip signature cocktails, enjoy gourmet hors d’oeuvres, dance to live music, and discover immersive surprises around every corner.

Good times await your whole family at Anderson Farms! Join us September 23rd through October 31st to experience ALL of our fabulous Fall attractions! You don’t want to miss our Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze, Farm Animals, Yard Games, and New Barnyard Challenge – the Low Ropes Course.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Three Sessions being offered to participate in a FREE hands-on, entrepreneurship program that teaches youth how to own and operate their very own business, A LEMONADE STAND!

Join MODA for a virtual studio and design a field guide page introducing your own original alien species. In this virtual studio, young designers will explore how designers combine illustrations, diagrams, symbols, and written observations to communicate information about imaginary creatures.

Join us to play and create with our youngest Tinkerers! In this class, for children ages 18 months - 5 years old and their parent or caregiver, children will enjoy both open-ended art exploration and sensory tables throughout the studio.

Create a custom wall planter to hang in your home! Each participant will create their own planter using a slab construction technique. After building and adding texture, further customize your piece with glaze. Once you get you planter home, add a special plant or use it for something totally different like a mail holder. This hanging will be sure to bring back fond memories for years to come!

Join us to create a set of mini vases. These super cute handbuilt creations will be all different shapes and sizes. After customizing the building the form, participants will also add color to their pieces. These are super sweet on a shelf, in a window or anywhere else in your home! Participants will each make about three mini vases.

Saturday, September 12 Learn entrepreneurship basics and build a business plan to launch your own venture by the end of the workshop! Ages: 6-18 10 am - 2 pm

Join YouthBiz during Woodruff Memorial Library's Friday Fillers for Tarantula Fest fun!

Join us for the Spotlight on YouthBiz Stars Gala!

Start your app development journey with MIT App Inventor! Learn coding basics, build your first app, and discover how to set goals and find the right market. Ages: 10-18 10 am - 12 pm

Make tasty, healthy treats for pets while building your branding skills with fun, unique designs for your furry friends! Ages: 8-14 5:30 - 7 pm

Every superhero should shape their origin story. Let the superhero in you take shape by creating hero-inspired memorabilia at this fun arts and crafts station.