An active story time for toddlers who cannot sit still, built around short books and plenty of movement. Registration is requested since space is limited.

A read-aloud story time for young children at the Cleveland public library. Registration is requested since seating is limited. Free to attend.

A gentle read aloud session built for babies and their caregivers, with rhymes, songs and board books in the Rex Children’s Room. Caregivers stay with their child for the whole session. Free and open to the public.

A song and movement story time for little ones at the Cleveland public library. Expect music, simple dancing and a picture book. Registration is requested because space is limited.

An open meeting for anyone interested in volunteering with the park’s friends group. Staff explain what the group does and how locals can pitch in on projects and events. Free with park entry.

An evening family read aloud offered in both English and Spanish in the Rex Children’s Room. Families with children of any age are welcome to drop in. Free and open to the public.

A read-aloud story time for young children at the Cleveland public library. Registration is requested since seating is limited. Free to attend.

An early walk with park staff to spot and identify the birds moving through the park in late September. Beginners are welcome. Bring binoculars if you have them. Free with park entry.

Downtown Huntsville turns into a Halloween trick or treat trail for two hours on Halloween afternoon. Local businesses, schools and community groups set up booths and decorated vehicles with games and candy for kids. Admission and all activities are free.

A hands-on matching game where visitors pair animal skulls with the right lower jaws. Afterward you can look through the park’s collection of skins and wildlife displays. Runs about an hour and is free with park entry.