Come play and learn together! Our Big Fish Little Fish Play Day is held on Thursdays from mid-September through mid-April, This early learner, preschool program engages tots and their favorite adults in science and discovery in a fun, social setting.

Join us each Thursday for open-house style activity stations set up around the building. Each station is designed to excite little nature lovers and allow them to take part in hands-on learning about the world around them. Children will employ fine and gross motor skills, sensory exploration, literacy, math, and creativity based on a bimonthly themes and. You and your child can explore the Center’s exhibits and activity stations anytime throughout the day and choose to participate in our naturalist-led group program at 11am.

At BFLF, any-fin is possible! Come be a part of our community, make friends, and discover something new!

Big Fish Little Fish Play Day

Upcoming BFLF Play Day Themes (Schedule subject to change, see updated info on Facebook or Instagram; please note dates where BFLF will NOT be held due to holidays and school vacations)

September 12 & 19: Welcome back- First day of Fall
September 2 & October 3: Whales and Marine Mammal Rescue
October 10 & 17: Fall Harvest
October 24 & 31: Halloween
November 7 & 14: Birds and Feathers
November 21 & December 5: Wildlife Tracking
(No BFLF on November 28 for Thanksgiving holiday)
December 12 & 19: Let it Snow!
(No BFLF on December 26 & January 2/2025 for holidays)
January 9 & 16: School of Fish
January 23 & 30: Sharks
February 6 & 13: Signs of Love
(No BFLF on February 20 & 27, school vacation weeks)
March 6 & 13: Turtle Time
March 20 & 27: Aye Matey! Pirate Weeks!
April 3 & 10: Bugs & Insects
April 17 (final BFLF of the season): Eggs & Nests