SOAR bird walks are temporarily suspended due to the coronavirus outbreak. Check back for more information. “SOAR” stands for “Studying Ornithology At Renfrew” Birding enthusiasts, Larry and Sharon Williams, continue […]
To celebrate 25 years of the Institute at Renfrew’s spring kite fly event, kite masters George and Sam Adams will present a program on kite power. Learn how kites have […]
Raised hands with trash and recycle sign, vector illustration Co-sponsored by Antietam Watershed Association and The Institute at Renfrew. Still confused about what’s recyclable and what isn’t? Local experts address […]
We regret that we must postpone this performance until further notice, due to the coronavirus. Should MEG be able to reschedule the play, we will post that news on our website and Facebook page. Presented by The Institute at Renfrew. Enjoy a full theatrical production of William Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of Julius Caesar in the magical […]
This event is moving ONLINE due to the COVID-19 situation. Check back for updates on specifics...but put June 24 on your calendar now! The 31st annual Youth Festival, a FREE […]
Due to the situation with COVID-19, we have had to cancel this event for 2020. HOWEVER...we have a few things planned to celebrate the Bay and our traditional event online! […]
EXPLORE! Nature Discovery sessions focus on the great outdoors. Kids will hike along nature trails, learn about the ‘critters' in the park, plus investigate insects, birds and trees. They will […]
Textiles and Nature Art involves creativity with textiles, and making art from natural materials. Kids will learn how to felt wool and dye their own yarn. They will make a cardboard hand loom and weave their yarn into special projects to take home. Students will also try their hand at weaving on a big floor […]
Due to the situation with COVID-19, this event was cancelled for 2020. HOWEVER…we've created a VIRTUAL SCRAMBLE and hope you'll join in on July 4, take some photos, and support the Institute! In conjunction with Waynesboro’s Fourth of July Jubilee Firecracker 5K Run. Race starts at Summer Jubilee grounds, across from Waynesboro Hospital. Lace up […]
EXPLORE! Nature Discovery sessions focus on the great outdoors. Kids will hike along nature trails, learn about the ‘critters' in the park, plus investigate insects, birds and trees. They will also dig into the four-square garden with related activities, and each program always ends with wading in the creek for stream play and water adventures! […]
The Institute at Renfrew created and maintains the historic four-square garden in Renfrew Park. The Institute at Renfrew announces a new series of small-group garden talks. Conducted by three of the Institute’s gardening experts, the talks will take place in the four-square garden at Renfrew Park. The series begins on August 4, and will run […]
EXPLORE! Nature Discovery sessions focus on the great outdoors. Kids will hike along nature trails, learn about the ‘critters' in the park, plus investigate insects, birds and trees. They will also dig into the four-square garden with related activities, and each program always ends with wading in the creek for stream play and water adventures! […]
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