Pre-school

Name: Halloween Carnival
Start: 2025-10-25T13:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-10-25T15:00:00-04:00
Location: Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center

October 2023
Annual Halloween Carnival

Featured October 28, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Les Cheneaux area children in pre-school thru 5th Grade are welcome to join us for a spooktacular Halloween Carnival at the Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center! Get ready for a frightfully fun afternoon filled with thrilling games and delicious treats. We will even have a special book on the Story […]
April 2024
Buggin’ Out

Featured April 20, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Family Nature Exploration Time BUGGIN' OUT with Maureen Stine Saturday, April 20, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM In this interactive program for children of all ages, we'll look closely at the amazing world of insects from their life cycles to their role in the food web. Maureen Stine will teach us about some "bug basics" […]

$5.00
June 2024
Nature Inspired Arts & Crafts for Kids

Featured June 1, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Young naturalist of all ages are welcome to join us on the front lawn of the Hessel School House for a variety of nature inspired arts and crafts. This event takes place between 1 - 3 pm on Saturday, June 1st during the Aldo Leopold Festival. From vibrant stick painting to dazzling sun catchers, and […]

Free
July 2024
Budding Artists: Let’s Paint a Birdhouse

Featured July 8, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Budding Artists: Let's Paint a Birdhouse July 8 10:00 am - 11:30 am Join us for a creative and fun-filled Budding Artist class tailored for 4-6 year olds! In this session, young artists will have the opportunity to paint their very own wooden birdhouse using a variety of techniques and tools. From using their fingers […]

$20.00
Lawn Frog Painting

Featured July 13, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

After visiting the Frog Fest in Cedarville, hop on over to the Hessel School House to paint a wooden cutout frog. Everything you need to decorate your frog is provided. Wood cutouts are available while supplies lasts. This event is free, but donations are always appreciated.

Free
Sea Shanty Concert at Hessel Marina

Featured July 29, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Sea Shanty Concert at Hessel Marina

Join us for an unforgettable evening of sea shanties with the talented duo, True Fact, featuring Diego Bermudez and Sam Thibeault. The event takes place at the Hessel Marina on Monday, July 29 and Tuesday, July 30 at 7:30 PM for two enchanting nights filled with music and maritime tales. This **FREE lawn concert** is […]

Free
Sea Shanty Concert at Hessel Marina

Featured July 30, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Sea Shanty Concert at Hessel Marina

Join us for an unforgettable evening of sea shanties with the talented duo, True Fact, featuring Diego Bermudez and Sam Thibeault. The event takes place at the Hessel Marina on Monday, July 29 and Tuesday, July 30 at 7:30 PM for two enchanting nights filled with music and maritime tales. This **FREE lawn concert** is […]

Free
August 2024
Budding Artists: Create a Fish Painting

Featured August 7, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Wednesday, August 7 • 10:00 - 11:30 AM Join us for a Budding Artist class designed for 4-6 year olds! Let your young artist's creativity flow as they create a beautiful fish painting. Under the guidance of Mrs. Gordon, the students will learn step-by-step how to paint a unique canvas of a fish swimming under […]

$20.00
Michigan’s Native Species LIVE Exhibit

Featured August 17, 2024 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Get up close and personal is Michigan's native species! Join us at the Hessel School House on Saturday, August 17 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM for a unique and interactive experience at the Michigan Native Species LIVE Exhibit. Come face-to-face with some of the fascinating wildlife that call Michigan home. Explore live Michigan-native turtles, […]

Free
February 2025
CARNIVAL of Comedy & Illusions

Featured February 8, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Carnival of Comedy and Illusions Show February 8 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Get ready for a magical afternoon filled with laughter and wonder at the "Carnival of Comedy and Illusions"! Join us on Saturday, February 8, at 4:00 PM at the Hessel School House for a spectacular one-hour performance that promises to delight […]
May 2025
Aldo Leopold Festival

Featured May 28, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

The Hessel Schools House welcomes you to celebrate the legacy of Aldo Leopold — one of America’s most influential naturalists — during our 10th Annual Aldo Leopold Festival, May 28th – June 1st, 2025. Activities include paddling excursions, orchid and wildflower tours, birding trips, presentations, and many other nature-based activities. Experience the woods and water […]
October 2025
Halloween Carnival

Featured October 25, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States

Les Cheneaux Area children in pre-school thru 5th Grade are welcome to join us for a spooktacular Halloween Carnival at the Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center! Get ready for a frightfully fun afternoon filled with thrilling games and delicious treats. We will even have a special book on the Story […]

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