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Crafts Earth Day Nature

Earth Day Celebration at Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center

April 19 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Photo credit: iStock/dima_zel

Location

Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center

4101 River Bends Drive

Shelby Township, MI 48316

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Description

Join Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center as they celebrate Earth. It features live animal ambassadors, face painting, live music, crafts, guided hikes and more. For all ages.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 19, 2025

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 586-731-5100

Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/602070459259550/

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Macomb County

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