Entries being accepted for 2025 Little Mr. & Miss Groundhog Contest
The Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center is once again sponsoring the "Little Mr. & Miss Groundhog" contest. All kindergarten children attending Punxsutawney Area schools, SSCD and the Punxsutawney Christian School are eligible. Submit a photo (no larger than 5"...
Winter Wonders returns to the Weather Discovery CenterDecember 27th
Cost is $12 per child. Children will learn interesting facts about the winter season through activities, games and technology. A snack, craft, hot cocoa, and free time on the exhibits is included with this program. Pre-registration is requested no later than Monday...
Free Yule Log Make and Take Craft 12/21 & 12/22
The Yule log is a tradition that is associated with the start of the Winter Solstice, and it symbolizes health and prosperity in the new year. Join us Saturday December 21 and Sunday December 22 and make your own family yule log. This self-guided activity is free...
BSA Oceanography Badge Program to be held December 14
Scouts can earn the Oceanography Merit Badge by attending this interactive program. Learning is through group presentation, technology and traditional book and paper. There are prerequisites for this program. Pre-register by Friday, December 6 by calling...
Lunch with the Grinch
Join us on Saturday December 7 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for some holiday fun... and lunch with the famous furry green guy! Our program will include crafts, games, and holiday music. Lunch includes pizza, a drink, and a sugar cookie to decorate. ...
Self-Guided Paper Plate ghost free with paid admission
Create a Boo-tiful little friend to take home for Halloween. We will also have a special trick... or treat... for our little visitors. This activity and trick or treat are FREE with paid admission on October 26 & 27.
BSA Electricity Badge Program to be held November 16
Cost is $20 per scout. Scouts can earn the Electricity Merit Badge by attending this interactive program. Learning is through experiments, activities, technology and traditional book and paper. Prerequisites: Complete sections 2 and 8 of the Electricity workbook....
It’s Just a Phase to be held Saturday at the Weather Discovery Center
Participants will learn what causes the different phases of the moon and the names of those phases. We will discuss the upcoming Hunters Moon , when it will occur, and tips for a great view. Snacks and free time on the exhibits included with program fee. Registration...
Weather Discovery Center to host Fall Fun Day on Saturday
Join us Saturday October 5 for a morning full of fall fun as the Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center hosts Fall Fun Day. Kids will be able to sample the flavors of fall with cider and apples, learn how to apple stamp, go on a scavenger hunt for all things fall, and...
Fall Fun Day returns to Weather Discovery Center
Join us Saturday October 5 for a morning full of fall fun as the Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center hosts Fall Fun Day. Kids will be able to sample the flavors of fall with cider and apples, learn how to apple stamp, go on a scavenger hunt for all things fall, and...