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Dahlem for Dogs!

Dahlem Ecology Farm 1427 Wickwire Rd, Jackson, MI, United States

Join us again as the Jackson County Animal Shelter comes out to the Dahlem Ecology Farm & Community Gardens to enjoy our dog friendly half mile Butterfly Trail. Come out and volunteer to walk one of the shelter dogs, adopt a dog or bring your dog for a walk.  All dogs brought by the shelter […]

Annual Fall Work Bee – Oct. 9, 2021

Dahlem, Jackson's Nature Place 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, United States

It is the perfect time of the year to address any maintenance that is necessary after summer.  This year's Annual Fall Work Bee is on Saturday October 9th, 2021 from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Volunteers please arrive at 8:45 AM to sign in and complete a Health Screening form. Assignments are given out at […]

Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing – October 28, 2021

Dahlem, Jackson's Nature Place 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, United States

 . Explore the Night Let’s explore and use our night senses! Join Ella Sharp Museum and the Dahlem Center for a wonderful night under the stars! The night walk, led by Dahlem Naturalist Educator Carrie Benham, is to help people enjoy being outdoors after dark. We intend to help you feel safe while outdoors at […]

Annie’s BIG Nature Lesson – Sharp Park Academy; 4th grade classes

Dahlem, Jackson's Nature Place 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, United States

About Annie's BIG Nature Lesson (ABNL); Annie's BIG Nature Lesson is an environmental education program that brings children, parents, and teachers into the natural world for learning. This five consecutive day study trip is conducted at community nature centers and invites participants to immerse themselves in exploration of different habitats, learn with experts on site, […]

Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing – November 18, 2021

Dahlem, Jackson's Nature Place 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, United States

 . Explore the Night Let’s explore and use our night senses! Join Ella Sharp Museum and the Dahlem Center for a wonderful night under the stars! The night walk, led by Dahlem Naturalist Educator Carrie Benham, is to help people enjoy being outdoors after dark. We intend to help you feel safe while outdoors at […]

Bake Sale December 2 & 3 2021

Dahlem, Jackson's Nature Place 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, United States

We are having a bake sale! During the Poinsettia pick up at the Dahlem Center we are having a bake sale. Please sign up to bring something! Thank you so much for your help! ** Please complete the form below so we know what people with be bringing **

Maple Madness Interpretive Tours

Dahlem, Jackson's Nature Place 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, United States

Maple Madness Interpretive Tours -- Dahlem’s maple sugaring operation is small but an ideal site to demonstrate the science of collecting maple tree sap and making our favorite tasty maple syrup topping. Sign up for an interpretive guided 1 1/2 hour tour at 10:00 am or 12:00 pm to learn about the history of sugaring, […]

Chocolate Sensation

Ella Sharp Museum 3225 Fourth St, Jackson, MI, United States

The 4th Annual Chocolate Sensation is sold out! Our premier Spring Benefit Event will be held at Ella Sharp Museum in the Community Room on Tuesday, March 22nd, 2022. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Enjoy delicious delicacies provided by local vendors, listen to a performance by Steve Tucker, participate in a silent auction and raffles, […]

$40

Explore The Night – The Sweet Science of Maple Syrup @ the Ella Sharp Museum

Ella Sharp Museum 3225 Fourth St, Jackson, MI, United States

      CANCELLED due to low registration.   Please register for our April 28th program. Sticky, sweet, and can’t be beat – March is a month for maples! Join the Ella Sharp Museum and Dahlem Nature Center to experience the history and science of making maple syrup. Take part in hands-on demonstrations, experiment with sap-tasting, […]

Earth Day Celebration April 23, 2022

Celebrate Earth Day with us on April 23rd from 1-4pm at Sparks Foundation County Park. The event will be near the Cascades Amphitheater and the fishing pond. This is a free family event. Jackson County Conservation District organized and is planning for live music by Kevin Nichols, ARK Animal Encounters, family-friendly activities, Free document shredding, […]