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Come see the Permanent Exhibits for FREE! Children must be accompanied by an adult to receive free admission. Reservations Admission is free, but we strongly recommend advance reservations.* Walk-up tickets are not guaranteed. NOTE: Please stay tuned as future dates are added. Reservations for Kohl’s Thank You Thursday can be made 7 days prior to the dates […]
Two events for the kids! Both start at 10am! The Big Easter Egg Hunt is for kids 8 and under with 3 ages categories. Accessible Egg Hunt – All Ages Welcome – No time constraints. Character Photo Booth
Our annual Egg Hunt in the Park is just around the corner!!There are nearly 6,000 eggs and a variety of gift baskets that are given away at this event. You […]
Hop on over to Oshkosh Area Humane Society at 1925 Shelter Court in Oshkosh on Saturday, April 4th for free family fun! You can get your photos taken with the Easter Bunny, enjoy an egg hunt and games for the kids, spin our prize wheel, learn all about real bunnies, and even adopt a pre-loved […]
Starting December 14th through April 19. 2026, join us every Sunday 2p-3p at the Observation Building for our Awesome Ambassador program!Learn about the Wildlife Sanctuary’s awesome ambassadors! This fun program allows visitors to get up close with the animals and talk with the animal care staff. Bring your camera! Buy some corn to feed the […]
An event for babies! Come, play, learn and grow together! Activities include:
We have a couple of Local Restaurants offering to let our Kids Eat FREE! Today is one of those days! Find all the details and a few more options here: […]
We have a couple of Local Restaurants offering to let our Kids Eat FREE! Today is one of those days! Find all the details and a few more options here: ➡️ https://ruralnewfamilies.com/2024/01/24/restaurant-guide/
The Little Trucks Playgroup is an opportunity for children birth to age 5 to play with other children in a developmentally appropriate environment. Caregivers will have the chance to network with each other. Staff are present throughout the event. Caregivers/Parents are encouraged to complete a developmental questionnaire. All children must be accompanied by an adult […]
Our annual Egg Hunt in the Park is just around the corner!!There are nearly 6,000 eggs and a variety of gift baskets that are given away at this event. You […]
Meet the Firefighters, and see new equipment. Featuring many vehicles:
Join us for a bucket‑list paddle on one of Wisconsin’s most unique winter waters. Lake Columbia is a 378‑acre warm‑water lake created as a cooling pond for Alliant Energy’s 1,100‑megawatt plant. Water drawn from the Wisconsin River becomes superheated during the cooling process and is released into the lake — keeping it surprisingly warm year‑round. […]
Join Us This Saturday! Come be part of our Second Annual Pow Wow this Saturday, the 11th! Everyone is welcome to celebrate, learn, and experience the richness of our Native culture. Enjoy over 13 Native craft vendors and a delicious variety of traditional foods like frybread, wild rice casserole, Indian tacos, chili, hull corn soup, […]
SAVE THE DATE! Sunday, April 12!Join us for the 52nd Annual Stevens Point Area Festival of the Arts Shop for Art – 51 Artist Booths! Everything from Paint, Drawing, Jewelry, Mixed Media, Photography, Fiber, Ceramics, Glass, Wood. Sculpture and PrintmakingMeet the Artists – Take a Peek of the Artists in AttendanceSupport art education in the […]
Starting December 14th through April 19. 2026, join us every Sunday 2p-3p at the Observation Building for our Awesome Ambassador program!Learn about the Wildlife Sanctuary’s awesome ambassadors! This fun program allows visitors to get up close with the animals and talk with the animal care staff. Bring your camera! Buy some corn to feed the […]
An event for babies! Come, play, learn and grow together! Activities include:
Make an adorable painted rock pet cactus and have a snack! Just for tweens ages 8-12. Guardian must be present.
We have a couple of Local Restaurants offering to let our Kids Eat FREE! Today is one of those days! Find all the details and a few more options here: […]
We have a couple of Local Restaurants offering to let our Kids Eat FREE! Today is one of those days! Find all the details and a few more options here: ➡️ https://ruralnewfamilies.com/2024/01/24/restaurant-guide/ Don’t MISS Our Cabin Fever Reliever Sale to get into the Guide and Save Money!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 18 and join us at the Oshkosh Community YMCA for a morning packed with fun, family, and healthy activities — all FREE and open to the community! From a bounce house to swimming and ice skating, plus Tot Town, family games, and food trucks, there’s something for kids of […]
Join us every Sunday from 2p-3p at the Observation Building for our Awesome Ambassador program!Learn about the Wildlife Sanctuary’s awesome ambassadors! This fun program allows visitors to get up close with the animals and talk with the animal care staff. Bring your camera!
Starting December 14th through April 19. 2026, join us every Sunday 2p-3p at the Observation Building for our Awesome Ambassador program!Learn about the Wildlife Sanctuary’s awesome ambassadors! This fun program allows visitors to get up close with the animals and talk with the animal care staff. Bring your camera! Buy some corn to feed the […]
An event for babies! Come, play, learn and grow together! Activities include:
We have a couple of Local Restaurants offering to let our Kids Eat FREE! Today is one of those days! Find all the details and a few more options here: […]
We have a couple of Local Restaurants offering to let our Kids Eat FREE! Today is one of those days! Find all the details and a few more options here: […]
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