The fun doesn’t stop at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve just because the days are getting shorter and a little chillier. In addition to their ongoing Preschool Classes on Tuesdays and Homeschool Classes on Thursdays, they have three family-friendly special events planned for November.
Historic Homes Holiday Edition
Saturday, November 21
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Cost: free (but donations are appreciated)
autreymill.org/special-events/historic-home-open-house/
Celebrate the season while discovering the stories of Johns Creek at Autrey Mill’s holiday open house. This family-friendly community event invites guests to explore the preserve’s historic buildings as knowledgeable docents bring the past to life.
Younger visitors can get creative with a holiday themed craft activity, concessions will be available for purchase during the event and Santa will be available for holiday photos.
Parent’s Night Out
Saturday, November 21
6 p.m.-9 p.m.
Cost: $39 per child
autreymill.org/parents-night-out/
Parents can enjoy three hours of free time while kids ages 5–11 spend the evening exploring dinosaur-themed activities with Snapology. Hands-on building with LEGOs, games, robotics and team challenges are part of the fun. Snacks and bottled water are included.
Thanksgiving Break Camp
November 23–25
9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Cost: $73/day for members; $77/day for non-members
cogran.io/index.html?autreymill#/events
Thanksgiving Break campers will spend their days exploring nature, discovering wildlife, enjoying hands-on science, crafting, playing games and making friends. For ages 5–11.
The Monday camp day is already full. But space is still available on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Tuesday theme is “From Acorns to Ecosystems” and Wednesday’s theme is “Wild About Fall.” Families can choose to sign up for just one or both days.
