BodyWorks

Saturday, December 1 10—11 am Ages 18+ Registration required

This mat class focuses on lengthening, stretching, and strengthening the body. Combining core training, yoga, Pilates, balance, and flexibility, this will be especially helpful for cyclists and runners. Instructor: Carol Buckley Frazier, a NSCA-certified Personal Trainer, fitness instructor, IIN Holistic Health Coach and founder/CEO of BestUWellness.com

Winter Birdwatching and DIY

Saturday, December 1 10 am—12 pm Ages 8+ Registration required

We will take a stroll around the fields, forest, and wetlands around the nature center to search for resident and wintering migratory birds. Then we will fly back for some coffee and a DIY take-home treat for your birds at home! Leader: John Michael Cassidy

You’d Better “BEE” Good!

Wednesday, December 5 6—7:30 pm Ages 21+ Registration required

The holiday season is here and you may find yourself at a loss for “good gift” ideas. We will explore and create some amazing natural gift ideas made with beeswax and locally sourced honey. Beeswax candles made in recycled glass jars, lip balm, gardeners’ hand salve, milk & honey hand soaps, homemade beeswax crayons for coloring, and a delicious whipped honey butter that is perfect for holiday noshes will be our creations! Leader: Christie Wiser

Be A DEER!

Friday, December 7 11am—12 pm Ages 4—10 Registration required

Environmental education offers many fun and exciting ways to learn about endless topics to be discovered when spending time in nature. A great way to relate is by putting yourself into the role of the species. Join us while we learn and appreciate our wonderful white-tailed deer seen in the park by pretending to be one! Leader: Christie Wiser

Naturally Gifted: A Holiday Open House

Saturday, December 8 11 am—1 pm All ages No registration

Swing by the nature center for a cup of cocoa and knock out some of your holiday shopping! We will have featured art for sale by local artists, and it will be priced to sale!!! We also have items from our nature center gift store, including T-shirts and bags of whole bean bird friendly coffee, homemade lip balms, books and more. Buying gifts that do good for others just feels better! Host: Christie Wiser

Storytime

Wednesday, December 12 2 pm All ages No registration

Join us for an after-nap story time with snacks! This month’s story will focus on winter and/or holidays! Leader: SBNC Staff & Volunteers

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center hours of operation: Tues/Thurs/Sat: 9 am to 4 pm Wed/Fri 12 to 4 pm Sun/Mon: Closed

Shelby Bottoms Greenway is open 7 days a week from dawn to dusk.

Email: shelbybottomsnature@nashville.gov

Website: sbnc.nashville.gov

Requests for ADA accommodation should be directed to the Nature Center at (615) 862-8539.

To register call 615/862-8539, email shelbybottomsnature@nashville.gov, or sign up online. Programs could be cancelled due to inclement weather or low participation.

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center 1900 Davidson St Nashville, TN 37206 615/862-8539 sbnc.nashville.gov

Winter Schedule 2018-19

shelby bottoms nature center

Bird Friendly Coffee Social Saturday, December 1 9 am—12 pm All ages No registration

Coffee drinkers who enjoy Shelby Bottoms are welcome to join us inside and on the porches of the Nature Center for some of the tastiest, shade-grown, certified “Bird-Friendly” coffee. Learn about the park, its wildlife, and the connection between bird habitat and coffee while you enjoy a cup to fuel your morning walk on the trails. Like the coffee? You can buy a whole bag or a one-pot sample bag on site! Leader: John Michael Cassidy and Jim Hicks

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center Shelby Bottoms Nature Center Winter 2018Winter 2018--19 Programs19 Programs

It’s the Balm (Holiday Edition)

Thursday, December 13 6—7 pm Ages 21+ Registration required

Make your very own tube of lip balm with simple ingredients. We will even have some essential oils on hand to give your homemade lip balm a “mood lifting” scent or you can go for the seasonally popular peppermint cocoa twist scent! If you have a previously used makeup receptacle that you want to reuse to hold your lip balm, clean it and bring it. Space is limited. Leader: Christie Wiser

Bird Friendly Coffee Social

Saturday, December 15 9 am—12 pm All ages No registration

Coffee drinkers who enjoy Shelby Bottoms are welcome to join us inside and on the porches of the Nature Center for some of the tastiest, shade-grown, certified “Bird-Friendly” coffee. Learn about the park, its wildlife, and the connection between bird habitat and coffee while you enjoy a cup to fuel your morning walk on the trails. Like the coffee? You can buy a whole bag or a one-pot sample bag on site! Leader: John Michael Cassidy and Jim Hicks

Young Birder’s 4-H Club

Saturday, December 15 9:30—11:30 am Ages 10—18 No registration required

Youth interested in taking their appreciation for birds to the next level will love this monthly meeting. Each gathering may include guest speakers, community service and other projects, and of course, birding! All birding equipment is available to borrow, and we’ll register you as a 4-H member for free when you show up at the nature center! Leader: Andy Lantz, UT-TSU Extension Agent

Midday Hike

Saturday, December 15 11 am—1 pm Ages 10+ No registration

We will walk a mix of paved and natural trails through meadows, wetlands, and wooded areas in search of noted flora and fauna. Distance: 4+ miles. Leader: John Michael Cassidy

Star Party with

Saturday, December 15 6:30—8:30 pm All ages Registration required

Come join us at the Nature Center with our astronomer friends from Barnard-Seyfert Astronomical Society! They’ll bring telescopes and we’ll enjoy looks at the specialties of the winter sky. Weather permitting, we’ll have excellent views of Mars, possibly a few Geminid meteors streaking across the sky, as well as the deep sky objects Orion's Nebula, the Hyades open cluster, Andromeda Galaxy and the Globular Cluster M4. Cloudy skies? No worries! We have a Plan B! We’ll also be hosting Ms. Jada Scott, a 10-year-old student at Homer Pittard Campus School in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, who has dreamed of writing a book ever since she visited the U.S. Space and Rocket Center and the Adventure Science Center. Jada takes readers on an adventurous journey through the solar system aboard a red, white and purple rocket; bringing our sun, the nearby planets, moon, and even a black hole to life with insightful facts and original artwork. Come for both!

Totally Totes!

Thursday, December 20 2—3pm Ages 10+ Registration required

Still looking for a fun gift for that hard-to-buy-for person?!? Make them a handmade reusable tote bag out of an old t-shirt that promotes sustainability and is a one-of-a-kind gift! Leader: Christie Wiser

S’more the Merrier Friday, December 21 1—2 pm All ages Registration required

Join us for this winter solstice celebration filled with fun crafts, winter stories, and s’more (making)! Leader: Christie Wiser and special guests Sutton and Debbie Flynt

Page 2

To register call 615/862-8539, email shelbybottomsnature@nashville.gov, or sign up online. Programs could be cancelled due to inclement weather or low participation.

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center 1900 Davidson St Nashville, TN 37206 615/862-8539 sbnc.nashville.gov

December 21—MNPS 1/2 day of school! Winter Holiday Break begins! December 21– Jan 7

Winter Solstice: Beaver Walk

Friday, December 21 3—5pm All ages Registration required

On the shortest day of the year, we will soak up the low light, take a walk through the bottoms, and quietly check our known active beaver areas. Leader: John Michael Cassidy

Saturday, December 22 9 am—all day All ages No registration

Come learn about StoryWalk ® and our dedicated trail! It’s a neat way to perform two fun activities at once: reading and walking. Yesterday was the winter solstice, so we’ll debut our winter book today! Come take a short hike and become immersed in the story. We’ll have our winter story posted along the trail all season long!

Merry Bird-mas!

Saturday, December 22 10 am—12 pm All ages Registration required

Come hang out with us this weekend before Christmas as we enjoy some snacks, watch the birds at our feeders, take a short bird hike (if weather permits) and make fun crafts for the birds (and the humans) for the holidays! Leader: Denise Weyer and Barbara Harris, TN Ornithological Society

Holiday Picking and Potlucking

Saturday, December 22 1—3 pm All ages No registration

It’s Winter! The solstice and holidays are here, so let’s celebrate! Bring a dish to share and enjoy the sounds of strumming strings to kick off your holiday season. Coffee, cocoa, and hot tea will be on hand but the party is indoors!

DIY Backyard Bird Feeder

Saturday, December 29 2—3 pm All ages Registration required

Join us in making your own backyard bird feeders at the Nature Center! During the craft time, share discussion on the species of birds that will be attracted to the feeders that you are making with SBNC staff and wildlife rehabber Devon from Lillie Birds Wildlife. Save your semi-circular cut citrus fruits and bring any pine cones to add to what will be provided for making feeders. All feeders go home with you so that you may watch winter birds enjoying them in your own yard! Leader: Devon Blackburn, Volunteer Naturalist

Corks & Crafts

Friday, January 4 2—3 pm Ages 10+ Registration required

Finding yourself with a collection of wine, beer, or champagne corks after the holiday season?!? Scoop them up and meet us in the classroom for a fun hour of turning these guys into a clever craft. Leader: Christie Wiser and Angie Smalling

Bird Friendly Coffee Social

Saturday, January 5 9 am—12 pm All ages No registration

Coffee drinkers who enjoy Shelby Bottoms are welcome to join us inside and on the porches of the Nature Center for some of the tastiest, shade-grown, certified “Bird-Friendly” coffee. Learn about the park, its wildlife, and the connection between bird habitat and coffee while you enjoy a cup to fuel your morning walk on the trails. Like the coffee? You can buy a whole bag or a one-pot sample bag on site! Leader: John Michael Cassidy and Jim Hicks

Winter 2018Winter 2018--19 Programs19 Programs Shelby Bottoms Nature Center Shelby Bottoms Nature Center

To register call 615/862-8539, email shelbybottomsnature@nashville.gov, or sign up online. Programs could be cancelled due to inclement weather or low participation.

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center 1900 Davidson St Nashville, TN 37206 615/862-8539 sbnc.nashville.gov

Page 3

Winter StoryWalk ®

Welcome the winter solstice! Winter begins at 4:23 pm Friday, December 21

The Nature Center will be closed for the holidays December 25-26. Happy holidays to you and yours!

The Nature Center will be closed Tuesday, January 1 for the New Year’s Day holiday. Happy New Year!

BodyWorks

Saturday, January 5 10—11 am Ages 18+ Registration required

This mat class focuses on lengthening, stretching, and strengthening the body. Combining core training, yoga, Pilates, balance, and flexibility, this will be especially helpful for cyclists and runners. Instructor: Carol Buckley Frazier, a NSCA-certified Personal Trainer, fitness instructor, IIN Holistic Health Coach and founder/CEO of BestUWellness.com

Bird Walk at Cornelia Fort Trailhead

Saturday, January 5 10 am—12 pm Ages 10+ Registration required

Are you a bird lover or wanting to learn more about area birds? Meet us at the Cornelia Fort Trailhead for an educational walk through open meadows, wetlands, ponds, and new growth forested areas. Leader: John Michael Cassidy

It’s the Balm (New Year Edition)

Thursday, January 10 6—7 pm Ages 21+ Registration required

Make your very own tube of lip balm with simple ingredients. We will even have some essential oils on hand to give your homemade lip balm a “mood lifting” scent! If you have a previously used makeup receptacle that you want to reuse to hold your lip balm, clean it and bring it. Space is limited Leader: Christie Wiser

Storytime

Wednesday, January 16 2 pm All ages No registration

Join us for an after-nap story time with snacks! Our stories might focus on animals, plants, astronomy, weather, or any number of other fun seasonal or nature topics! Leader: SBNC Staff & Volunteers

Make an All Natural Bird Feeder

Thursday January 17 1—2 pm All ages Registration required

Make an all natural bird feeder using materials such as pine cones, nut butter, and bird seed. Leader: Lisa Dammert, Volunteer Naturalist

Bird Friendly Coffee Social

Saturday, January 19 9 am—12 pm All ages No registration

Coffee drinkers who enjoy Shelby Bottoms are welcome to join us inside and on the porches of the Nature Center for some of the tastiest, shade-grown, certified “Bird-Friendly” coffee. Learn about the park, its wildlife, and the connection between bird habitat and coffee while you enjoy a cup to fuel your morning walk on the trails. Like the coffee? You can buy a whole bag or a one-pot sample bag on site! Leader: John Michael Cassidy and Jim Hicks

Winter Warmer Pickin’ Party

Saturday, January 19 1—3 pm All ages Registration required

Brrr… cold! Warm up inside the nature center with some hot cocoa, fun activities, and a Pickin’ Party! Host: Christie Wiser

Winter Moonlight Hike

Saturday, January 19 7—8pm All ages Registration required

Join us for a guided moonlight hike and learn as to why this full moon can be referred to as the full “wolf” moon. Leader: Christie Wiser

There’s Plastic in the Water!

Saturday, January 26 10—11 am Ages 5+ No registration

Come and learn about how plastic pollution is impacting the Cumberland River. In this program, we’ll talk about how plastic gets into the river, what impacts it can have on wildlife and humans, and what we can do to address this growing threat. We’ll also have interactive demonstrations and explore how scientists measure pollution levels in rivers. Leaders: Matt Heard and Lina Said, Belmont University Biology Department

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center Shelby Bottoms Nature Center Winter 2018Winter 2018--19 Programs19 Programs Page 4

To register call 615/862-8539, email shelbybottomsnature@nashville.gov, or sign up online. Programs could be cancelled due to inclement weather or low participation.

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center 1900 Davidson St Nashville, TN 37206 615/862-8539 sbnc.nashville.gov

The Nature Center will be closed Tuesday, January 22 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Holiday.

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center Shelby Bottoms Nature Center Winter 2018Winter 2018--19 Programs19 Programs

NATURE PLAY!

Saturday, January 26 10—11:30 am All ages Registration required

Bring your creativity because we will embark on a perilous journey when our puppet characters cross the wilds of Nature Play. Can you help the puppets adapt and survive? Leader: John Michael Cassidy

Cold Bike Ride & Hot Drinks

Saturday, January 26 12—2 pm Ages 8+ Registration required

After a ride to many points of interest in Shelby Park & Bottoms, we will enjoy some hot beverages back at the nature center! Helmet required. Leader: John Michael Cassidy

Seed Swap with the Nashville Public Library

Saturday, January 26 1—3 pm All ages No registration

Join us for a sharing of seeds from our teaching garden and from the Nashville Public Library’s Seed Exchange. This is the perfect time to begin “plotting” for your best garden ever! Leader: Christie Wiser and Nashville Public Library

Bird Friendly Coffee Social

Saturday, February 2 9 am—12 pm All ages No registration

Coffee drinkers who enjoy Shelby Bottoms are welcome to join us inside and on the porches of the Nature Center for some of the tastiest, shade-grown, certified “Bird-Friendly” coffee. Learn about the park, its wildlife, and the connection between bird habitat and coffee while you enjoy a cup to fuel your morning walk on the trails. Like the coffee? You can buy a whole bag or a one-pot sample bag on site! Leader: John Michael Cassidy and Jim Hicks

Body Works

Saturday, February 2 10—11 am Ages 18+ Registration required

This mat class focuses on lengthening, stretching, and strengthening the body. Combining core training, yoga, Pilates, balance, and flexibility, this will be especially helpful for cyclists and runners. Instructor: Carol Buckley Frazier, a NSCA-certified Personal Trainer, fitness instructor, IIN Holistic Health Coach and founder/CEO of BestUWellness.com

Groundhog Day Waddle

Saturday, February 2 10 am—12 pm All ages Registration required

A short walk away in Shelby Park lives a number of groundhogs! En route, we will stop by the playground and have a short walk around the lake in hopes of seeing our plump little friends having a snack in the grass! Leader: John Michael Cassidy

The WHOLE Hog!

Saturday, February 2 1—3pm All ages Registration required

Today at the nature center we plan to get a little “hog wild.” Being that it is Groundhog Day, we will have some fun activities featuring this mammal sometimes spotted around the park. Plus, since next week marks the beginning of the Chinese New Year and this year is the “year of the Pig,” we will also have some celebratory factors highlighting this unique cultural event. Lastly, just to make the afternoon a party… we will top off the soiree with a Pickin’ Party in the classroom! Leaders: Christie Wiser and John Michael Cassidy

Coloring and Cocoa

Wednesday, February 6 12—4 pm All ages No registration

Come in to look out the window at the winter day and enjoy the coziness inside; there will be plenty of hygge going on! (Look it up—it’s such an interesting topic!) Coloring materials for all ages and hot beverages we’ll have; you bring your favorite blanket/pillow to spread out on the floor to color. Wear pj’s if you like! Leader: Denise Weyer

Page 5

To register call 615/862-8539, email shelbybottomsnature@nashville.gov, or sign up online. Programs could be cancelled due to inclement weather or low participation.

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center 1900 Davidson St Nashville, TN 37206 615/862-8539 sbnc.nashville.gov

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center Shelby Bottoms Nature Center Winter 2018Winter 2018--19 Programs19 Programs

Bird Friendly Coffee Social

Saturday, February 9 9 am—12 pm All ages No registration

Coffee drinkers who enjoy Shelby Bottoms are welcome to join us inside and on the porches of the Nature Center for some of the tastiest, shade-grown, certified “Bird-Friendly” coffee. Learn about the park, its wildlife, and the connection between bird habitat and coffee while you enjoy a cup to fuel your morning walk on the trails. Like the coffee? You can buy a whole bag or a one-pot sample bag on site! Leader: John Michael Cassidy and Jim Hicks

Waterfowl Walk & Treat

Saturday, February 9 11:30am—12:30pm Ages 7+ Registration required

We have a number of bodies of water in Shelby Park & Bottoms; we will look for our beautiful winter waterfowl and enjoy the midday sun. Meet back at the Nature Center to celebrate National Pizza Day! Leader: John Michael Cassidy

Nature Detectives: Winter Edition

Saturday, February 9 1—2 pm All ages Registration required

“Nature Detectives” of all ages are invited to this kid-friendly hike exploring how animals make their home in Shelby Bottoms. In this winter edition, we’ll learn how some animals can adapt to colder temperatures. We’ll also look for clues to learn how and where animals hibernate. Dress for a short hike! Leader: Amanda Healan, Volunteer Naturalist

Storytime

Wednesday, February 13 2 pm All ages No registration

Join us for an after-nap story time with snacks! Our stories might focus on animals, plants, astronomy, weather, or any number of other fun seasonal or nature topics! Leader: SBNC Staff & Volunteers

Wild & Weird Winter Hike

Saturday, February 16 10—11 am All Ages Registration Required

Winter may not always seem like the ideal time to explore in nature, but there is much that can be discovered during this part of the year. Join us for a short hike around Shelby Bottoms to explore some of the bizarre winter wonders! Dress warmly. Leader: Christie Wiser

Young Birder’s 4-H Club

Saturday, February 16 9:30—11:30 am Ages 10—18 No registration required

Youth interested in taking their appreciation for birds to the next level will love this monthly meeting. Each gathering may include guest speakers, community service and other projects, and of course, birding! All birding equipment is available to borrow, and we’ll register you as a 4-H member for free when you show up at the nature center! Leader: Andy Lantz, UT-TSU Extension Agent

Early Signs

of Spring

Thursday February 28 1—2 pm All ages No Registration

Take a walk with a naturalist and use different senses to discover the early signs of Spring! Bring your Naturalist Notebook if you have one. Leader: Lisa Dammert, Volunteer Naturalist

It’s the Balm

(Winter Edition)

Thursday, February 28 6—7 pm Ages 21+ Registration required

Make your very own tube of lip balm with simple ingredients. We will even have some essential oils on hand to give your homemade lip balm a “mood lifting” scent that is reminiscent of the winter season! If you have a previously-used makeup receptacle that you want to reuse to hold your lip balm, clean it and bring it. Space is limited. Leader: Christie Wiser

Page 6

To register call 615/862-8539, email shelbybottomsnature@nashville.gov, or sign up online. Programs could be cancelled due to inclement weather or low participation.

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center 1900 Davidson St Nashville, TN 37206 615/862-8539 sbnc.nashville.gov

The Nature Center will be closed on Tuesday, February 19 in observance of President’s Day.