MEDIA CONTACTS:
BOB ROTATORI - 216-635-3263, rrr@clevelandmetroparks.com -or-
HOLLY KECK - 216-635-3253, hak@clevelandmetroparks.com
After the sun goes down, the fun starts up with three, free Cleveland Metroparks night programs in April.
Whether it's watching a documentary about The National Parks or taking a full moon hike or celebrating Arbor Day, there's something for everyone:
Friday Movie Night
Friday, April 19 � 7:30 - 9:45 p.m.
North Chagrin Nature Center � North Chagrin Reservation
This program concludes the showing of the documentary series The National Parks: America's Best Idea. Witness the drama of the nation's demand on parks and its natural resources, and watch the unfolding of the creation of national parks in Alaska, resulting in the national park system doubling in size. North Chagrin Nature Center is located off Buttermilk Falls Parkway, off the Sunset Lane entrance of North Chagrin Reservation, off SOM Center Road/Route 91 in Mayfield Village. For more information, call 440-473-3370 or visit clevelandmetroparks.com.
Full Moon Hike
Thursday, April 25 � 7:30 - 9 p.m.
Rocky River Nature Center � Rocky River Reservation
The warmer evenings bring out nocturnal critters like raccoons and skunks. Take a 1.5-mile hike under a full moon and search for woodland animals along the way. Rocky River Nature Center is located at 24000 Valley Parkway in Rocky River Reservation, between Cedar Point Road and Shephard Lane in North Olmsted. For more information, call 440-734-6660 or visit clevelandmetroparks.com.
Family Friday Night: Arbor Day
Friday, April 26 � 6:30 - 8 p.m.
North Chagrin Nature Center's Nature Education Building � North Chagrin Reservation
Celebrate Arbor Day with a tribute to trees. Pay homage to trees and their importance to life through activities, a craft and more. Learn what you can do for trees to make a difference in your community. This program is for children, 6 and older, accompanied by an adult. North Chagrin Nature Center's Nature Education Building is located behind the nature center, off Buttermilk Falls Parkway, off the Sunset Lane entrance of North Chagrin Reservation, off SOM Center Road/Route 91 in Mayfield Village. For more information, call 440-473-3370 or visit clevelandmetroparks.com.
Become a night owl and enjoy night programs in Cleveland Metroparks - part of your life, naturally!
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