Children's Program - Bears for Kids
2023-07-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us Thursdays at 10am for educational children’s programs!
On Thursday, July 27 at 10am, the North Lakeland Discovery center will be presenting about Bears. Learn about all the neat adaptations that bears have, explore bear artifacts and play a fun bear survival game!

Children's Program - World of Wolves
2023-08-03 10:00 - 11:00
Join us Thursdays at 10am for educational children’s programs!
On Thursday, August 3 at 10am, the North Lakeland Discovery center will be presenting about Wolves. Join us to learn about the largest carnivore in the state. We will explore wolf artifacts, listen to their calls, and play a fun wolf survival game!

Children's Program - Bat Chat
2023-08-10 10:00 - 11:00
Join us Thursdays at 10am for educational children’s programs!
On Thursday, August 10 at 10am, the North Lakeland Discovery center will be presenting about Bats.
Learn about the incredible adaptations and benefits of our bats while looking at cool bat artifacts and playing a fun echolocation game. You will also get a chance to meet a live bat up close!

"Loony Loons" - Children's Program with North Lakeland Discovery Center
2024-07-11 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, July 11 at 10:00 AM
Join us in the nearby Pavilion for a children’s program by the North Lakeland Discovery Center!
Loons are an iconic bird here in the Northwoods – we will learn to identify their calls and what they mean, look at a mounted loon and loon artifacts up close, and try to survive a loon’s migration in a fun and interactive game!

"Predator vs. Prey" - Children's Program with North Lakeland Discovery Center
2024-07-18 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, July 18 at 10:00 AM
Join us in the nearby Pavilion for a children’s program by the North Lakeland Discovery Center!
This is an interesting relationship in nature- we will learn about how deer and wolves coexist and then play a fun and active predator prey game- where some will be predators, and some will be prey!

"Wildflowers for Kids" program by the North Lakeland Discovery Center
2024-07-25 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, July 25 at 10:00 AM
Join us in the nearby Pavilion for a children’s program with the North Lakeland Discovery Center!
Discover the parts of flowers, look at local species and learn how to identify them!

"The Playful Life of the River Otter" - Children's Program with North Lakeland Discovery Center
2024-08-01 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, August 1 at 10:00 AM
Join us in the nearby Pavilion for a children’s program by the North Lakeland Discovery Center!
As one of the only animals that actually plays, river otters are fun to watch and learn about. Join us as we explore river otter artifacts, learn about their unique adaptations, and play a fun river otter game!

"Magnificent Monarchs" - Children's Program with North Lakeland Discovery Center
2024-08-08 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, August 8 at 10:00 AM
Join us in the nearby Pavilion for a children’s program by the North Lakeland Discovery Center!
Learn all about the fascinating life cycle of the monarch butterfly while we explore unique artifacts and meet some caterpillars up close! Learn about the life of the monarch and the challenges they face through a fun and active migration challenge game.

Science of Snow - Kids Program with Discovery Center
2024-12-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Presque Isle Library, 8306 School Loop Rd, Presque Isle, WI, 54554, United States
Join Discovery Center Naturalist Licia as we investigate how snowflakes form, make your own snow to take home, learn the properties of snow, and for a yummy treat we will make ice cream out of snow!
Thursday, December 26 at 10am in the Library Lower Level

Tracking Animal Signs - Kids Program with Discovery Center
2025-01-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Presque Isle Library, 8306 School Loop Rd, Presque Isle, WI, 54554, United States
Join Discovery Center Naturalist Licia as we count toes, look at movement patterns, and have fun learning about tracks and other signs critters leave behind. After learning a bit about animal tracks, we will strap on snowshoes and head down the trail in search of all the signs critters leave behind!
Thursday, January 2 at 10am in the Library Lower Level (and the walking trails behind the Library, weather-permitting)

Eager Beavers - Kids' Program presented by NLDC
2025-07-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Presque Isle Library, 8306 School Loop Rd, Presque Isle, WI, 54554, United States
Thursday, July 3 from 10am-11am
Presented by Hannah Gargrave of the North Lakeland Discovery Center
The architects of the landscape…beavers are incredible animals! Learn about their adaptations as we dress someone up in a costume, explore beaver skulls and even smell what castor smells like- THEN we will create beaver habitats in small buckets so you get an idea of what a beaver needs to survive.

Exploring Colors in Nature - Kids' Program presented by NLDC
2025-07-10 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, July 10 from 10-11am
Presented by Jenna Richardson of the North Lakeland Discovery Center
Why do some animals have brown coloration while others are vibrant yellow? Who utilizes camouflage to blend in, and who aims to stand out? Every color in nature serves a specific purpose, and in this engaging and interactive program, we will explore the fascinating concept of camouflage, along with other unique colors found in the natural world. Additionally, you’ll get to create your own artwork using naturally colored paints to take home!

Macro-Invertebrates: Looking at Lake Critters - Kids' Program by NLDC
2025-07-17 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, July 17 from 10-11am
Presented by Hannah Gargrave from the North Lakeland Discovery Center
Did you know that essential creatures inhabit the muck and leaves along lake shores? Come join us to explore these “macro-invertebrates” and sift through shoreline samples in search of these fascinating organisms. We will discover how to identify them and understand their role in assessing lake water quality!

Life of a Waterdrop - Kids' Program from NLDC
2025-07-24 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, July 24 from 10-11am
Presented by Licia from the North Lakeland Discovery Center
Learn about the water cycle during this fun and interactive activity- as you travel through the water cycle yourself you will see that every drop has a different story to tell.

Web Wonders: Discovering the Secrets of Spiders - Kids' Program by NLDC
2025-07-31 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, July 31 from 10-11am
Presented by Jenna Richardson from the North Lakeland Discovery Center
Come along for an exciting journey into the fascinating world of spiders! Uncover the distinctive traits of these creatures through engaging activities, exploration, and more. We might even welcome a few spider pals to join us! Plus, we’ll create a craft inspired by our eight-legged friends.

Birchbark Crafts - Kids' Program from NLDC
2025-08-07 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, August 7 from 10-11am
Presented by Jenna Richardson from the North Lakeland Discovery Center
Using sustainably harvested birch bark, we will make magnets and frames out of this beautiful material! NEW!

Winter Birding for Kids - presented by NLDC
2025-12-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Presque Isle Library, 8306 School Loop Rd, Presque Isle, WI, 54554, United States
Monday, Dec. 22 from 10am-11am
Library Lower Level
Join Naturalist Hannah for a fun, family-friendly adventure in search of birds that call the Northwoods home in the wintertime! We’ll learn about different types of birds, how to identify them, and go on a scavenger hunt to look for bird signs.
This program is presented by a Naturalist from the North Lakeland Discovery Center.

Winter Survival Skills for Kids - presented by NLDC
2025-12-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Presque Isle Library, 8306 School Loop Rd, Presque Isle, WI, 54554, United States
RESCHEDULED – NEW DATE IS: Friday, January 2 from 10am-11am
Library Lower Level
We welcome families and curious adults alike to join us for a program exploring winter survival skills! Learn how to construct a shelter, build campfires (including campfire etiquette), and make handy fire-starters to take home with you!
This program is presented by a Naturalist from the North Lakeland Discovery Center

Worm's World - Family Program by NLDC
2026-07-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Presque Isle Library, 8306 School Loop Rd., Presque Isle, WI, 54557, United States
Thursday, July 9 at 10am
What good is a worm? You will learn the parts of a worm, what they do, participate in a worm race, and make a wormery to take your new friend home in.
Kids’ Programs are every Thursday from 10-11am (July 9 – Aug 13), in the pavilion behind the Library. In case of inclement weather, programs will be held inside the Library.
These wonderful programs are presented by a Naturalist from the North Lakeland Discovery Center – FREE to attend, and educational for kids of all ages!

Fabulous Frogs - Family Program by NLDC
2026-07-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Presque Isle Library, 8306 School Loop Rd, Presque Isle, WI, 54554, United States
Thursday, July 16 at 10am
From an incredible life cycle to skin they can breathe through, frogs are fabulous in many ways. We will explore all this and more, and you may be able to see live frogs and tadpoles!
Kids’ Programs are every Thursday from 10-11am (July 9 – Aug 13), in the pavilion behind the Library. In case of inclement weather, programs will be held inside the Library.
These wonderful programs are presented by a Naturalist from the North Lakeland Discovery Center – FREE to attend, and educational for kids of all ages!

Life of a Lumberjack - Family Program by NLDC
2026-07-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Presque Isle Library, 8306 School Loop Rd, Presque Isle, WI, 54554, United States
Thursday, July 23 at 10am
Learn about the fascinating history of the lumberjack era of the Northwoods, figure out lumberjack language, and participate in several lumberjack inspired games! NEW program!
Kids’ Programs are every Thursday from 10-11am (July 9 – Aug 13), in the pavilion behind the Library. In case of inclement weather, programs will be held inside the Library.
These wonderful programs are presented by a Naturalist from the North Lakeland Discovery Center – FREE to attend, and educational for kids of all ages!

Oh Deer - Family Program by NLDC
2026-07-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Presque Isle Library, 8306 School Loop Rd, Presque Isle, WI, 54554, United States
Thursday, July 30 at 10am
Learn about population dynamics and carrying capacity as we discuss and explore deer artifacts, then play a fun and active game.
Kids’ Programs are every Thursday from 10-11am (July 9 – Aug 13), in the pavilion behind the Library. In case of inclement weather, programs will be held inside the Library.
These wonderful programs are presented by a Naturalist from the North Lakeland Discovery Center – FREE to attend, and educational for kids of all ages!

Critters of the Night - Family Program by NLDC
2026-08-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Presque Isle Library, 8306 School Loop Rd, Presque Isle, WI, 54554, United States
Thursday, August 6 at 10am
Explore the incredible adaptations of all the animals that come out at night – ones that fly and ones that crawl. You’ll also meet a live big brown bat up close!
Kids’ Programs are every Thursday from 10-11am (July 9 – Aug 13), in the pavilion behind the Library. In case of inclement weather, programs will be held inside the Library.
These wonderful programs are presented by a Naturalist from the North Lakeland Discovery Center – FREE to attend, and educational for kids of all ages!

Prehistoric Mega-Creatures - Family Program by NLDC
2026-08-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Presque Isle Library, 8306 School Loop Rd, Presque Isle, WI, 54554, United States
Thursday, August 13 at 10am
Did you know beavers used to be 6 feet tall? Ever wonder just how big a sabertooth tiger’s teeth really were? Join us as we dig into the amazing history of the giant creatures that once roamed Wisconsin and the Midwest! NEW program!
Kids’ Programs are every Thursday from 10-11am (July 9 – Aug 13), in the pavilion behind the Library. In case of inclement weather, programs will be held inside the Library.
These wonderful programs are presented by a Naturalist from the North Lakeland Discovery Center – FREE to attend, and educational for kids of all ages!
