Events

Northern Light Learning Center has a number of ways to engage throughout the year. Please keep an eye on this page for new field trip listings, meetings and events.

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Hike & Picnic Lunch At Chestnut Lean-To

Parking lot at the very end of Comfort Rd. Extension, where it meets Bald Hill Rd. Danby, but with a Spencer Zip Code, NY 14883 United States NY, United States

Johanna and Nora Brown are leading this field trip, along with their kiddos. We'll meet at 12pm in the trail parking lot at the southern end of Comfort Road Extension, where it meets Bald Hill Road in Danby (Spencer zip code). There is a short walk along the road to reach the trail-head. The trail […]

Come play and visit at the Children’s Garden

Come play and visit at the Children's Garden Tuesdays 10-12 (or longer if you bring your lunch and you feel like it) Meet in the Anarchy Zone We plan to be there weekly until swimming season and would be delighted if you would join us! Marie, Peter (6), Mae (4)

Hot Glue Guns + “Garbage” = Sculpture! (2 of 3)

4480 Critter Run Road 4480 Critter Run Road, Trumansburg, NY, United States

I have an impressive collection of inspiring objects that I’ve refused to throw away over the years. I can’t even tell you how long I’ve been imagining hosting this class for. Every time I looked at these pieces of “trash” I saw art, and I saw an opportunity to reuse some of our culture’s massive […]

Montezuma Wildlife Refuge

3395 Route 5/20 E, Seneca Falls, NY 13148 3395 Route 5/20 E, Seneca Falls, NY, United States

Come learn about Bald Eagles at the Montezuma Wildlife Refuge. Families will meet at the Visitor Center at 10am and volunteer Jackie Bakker will lead us on a guided hike to learn about the refuge. At 11am we will enjoy a Bald Eagle Presentation then lunch in the visitor center. Afterwards we will depart on […]

Hiking Club

Cascadilla Gorge Trail to Collegetown

Spring is right around the corner, let’s get out into nature! Each Wednesday at 1:00 our group will meet at a different trail and hike together. Singing, snacks, and general merriment are encouraged, and all are welcome to participate! We’ll share exact meeting locations with the hiking club and any changes due to the weather. We […]

Come play and visit at the Children’s Garden

Come play and visit at the Children's Garden Tuesdays 10-12 (or longer if you bring your lunch and you feel like it) Meet in the Anarchy Zone We plan to be there weekly until swimming season and would be delighted if you would join us! Marie, Peter (6), Mae (4)

Eastlake Recreation Center Ball Pit

Eastlake Recreation Center 18 Eastlake Rd, Ithaca, NY, United States

This ball pit meet-up is intended primarily for kids ages 7-10. Younger kids are also welcome, but please be aware that the bigger kids can get wild in the ball pit and smaller children will need adults nearby to help keep them safe. Older kids are also welcome, if they are interested. Please sign up […]

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Come play and visit at the Children’s Garden

Come play and visit at the Children's Garden Tuesdays 10-12 (or longer if you bring your lunch and you feel like it) Meet in the Anarchy Zone We plan to be there weekly until swimming season and would be delighted if you would join us! Marie, Peter (6), Mae (4)

End of Year Potluck

Stewart Park BBQ Pavilion 1 James L Gibbs Dr, ithaca, NY, United States

Come and celebrate the end of a wonderful year together at NLLC and the start of fun summer time adventures! There is a playground adjacent and a basketball court just a short jaunt away.   Bring games or outdoor toys to share and enthusiasm for outdoor play. Prepare or pre-order a dish to pass (labeled […]

CANCELED: Green Lakes State Park

Green Lakes State Park 7900 Green Lakes Road, Fayetteville, NY, United States

Let’s spend the day together at this amazing state park! What makes Green Lakes State park so famous is its glacial lake, which has areas that are a stunning turquoise color! We’ll take a beautiful walk around the lake and hang out at the beach, which will be open for swimming. Boats are also available […]

Hot Glue Guns + “Garbage” = Sculpture! (3 of 3)

4480 Critter Run Road 4480 Critter Run Road, Trumansburg, NY, United States

I have an impressive collection of inspiring objects that I’ve refused to throw away over the years. I can’t even tell you how long I’ve been imagining hosting this class for. Every time I looked at these pieces of “trash” I saw art, and I saw an opportunity to reuse some of our culture’s massive […]

Seabreeze Amusement Park Trip

Sea Breeze Amusment 4600 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY

Enjoy a full day of Seabreeze Amusement Park in Rochester in Friday, June 21, 10am-5pm. The park boasts 60+ rides for all ages and a water park. We will be renting a pavilion - families can bring lunch and snacks. The park is open 10am-5pm. Our final price will be determined April 12 - each […]

NLLC June Potluck

Stewart Park BBQ Pavilion 1 James L Gibbs Dr, ithaca, NY, United States

Join us for the monthly NLLC Potluck at Stewart Park's BBQ Pavilion! There is a playground adjacent and a basketball court just a short jaunt away.   Bring games or outdoor toys to share and enthusiasm for outdoor play. Prepare or pre-order a dish to pass (labeled with ingredients) and your own plates, flatware, and […]

July NLLC Potluck/Board Meeting at Stewart Park

Stewart Park Small Pavilion 1 James L Gibbs Dr., Ithaca, NY, United States

Come join us for a potluck and board meeting at Stewart Park's Small Pavilion behind the playground and new splash pad this Friday! There is a playground, new splash pad, and a basketball court just a short jaunt away.   Bring games or outdoor toys to share and enthusiasm for outdoor play. Prepare or pre-order […]

Discover Cayuga Lake-Lake & Land Tour for ages 8+

Allan H. Treman Marina 805 Taughannock Blvd Allan H. Treman Marina State Park, Ithaca, NY

Join us for one of our summer cruises, in support of a unique opportunity to engage our teenage Youth Guides as they train to be eco-tour guides. These cruises are our Lake & Land Tours and take place on Thursdays from 10-2. They include a one-hour, narrated cruise from the Treman Marina up to Taughannock […]

2024 NLLC Summer Day Camp

Camp Comstock Girl Scout Camp 1419 Taughannock Blvd., Ithaca, NY

We are so excited to announce that NLLC will hold Summer Day Camp again this year at Camp Comstock Girl Scout Camp, 1419 Taughannock Blvd. in Ithaca. This year's camp  will be from 9 am to 3 pm Monday, August 26th through Thursday, August 29th and we plan to have several fun activities to do […]

Overnight Camping Trip

NLLC is holding Summer Day Camp at Camp Comstock in Ithaca again this summer from August 26th to August 29th. I have organized a two night stay there as well during the same week from Wednesday, Aug. 28th to Friday, Aug. 30th. The cabins are full but there are lean-tos and tent spots still available […]

Potluck, Fall Class Discussion, & Annual Meeting/board election

Camp Comstock Girl Scout Camp 1419 Taughannock Blvd., Ithaca, NY

Join us for the monthly NLLC Potluck at Camp Comstock Girl Scout Camp! It is open to all, anyone interested in learning more about Northern Light Learning Center, members and friends and family! We look forward to celebrating the end of summer day camp with you all! For this month's potluck we are setting up […]

Wednesdays at Children’s Garden

Ithaca Children's Garden 121 Turtle Lane, Ithaca, NY, United States

Hello Friends, We’ll be heading to the Children’s Garden tomorrow at 10 am and plan to be there regularly on Wednesdays until ice skating starts in November. We usually bring lunch and stay about 4 hours. Hope to see some of you there! Marie, Peter, Mae, Desmond Come play and visit at the Children's Garden […]