Programs

T'ai Chi Step One in the Gardens

Ease stress, improve health, and increase vitality. Join Marie Lew in warm-ups, breathing exercises, instruction of selected movements and narrated practice of a classic Chen T'ai Chi form. Register online or call 330.740.7116 ext230. Walk-ins welcome. $12/class

Yoga in the Gardens

Join Marina Perdos for a blend of energizing yoga styles that will help you keep a healthy outlook. All levels welcome. Bring a mat and a small blanket. Register / pay online or call 330.740.7116 ext230. Walk-ins welcome. $15/class No Class on January 29, April 14, May 26, July 7, July 28, Sept. 8, oct 13, oct 15 Nov. 26.

T'ai Chi Basics for Beginners Course

Learn this classic art of energy balancing while developing coordination, flexibility and leg strength. Designed for beginners, this course includes warm-ups, breathing exercises and the first steps of a classic T'ai Chi form. Learn to flow through your day feeling centered and attuned!Register online or call 330.740.7116 ext230. course $120

Yoga Basics Course

Yoga promotes harmonious and skillful living, while developing awareness and practical tools for navigating the physical, emotional, mental, & spiritual challenges of daily life. You are invited to join our mutually supportive and noncompetitive group. Karres leads the class, sharing the ancient wisdom teachings of Yoga, while drawing upon decades of experience. Note* Wear comfortable clothing, & bring a mat, light blanket & pillow register online or call 330.740.7116 ext230. $96-8 week course.

October Full Moon Hike - Hunter's Moon PROGRAM FULL

Join Park staff for a moon-lit evening hike on the night of the October Hunter's Moon through beautiful George L. Fordyce Park. 2.5mi. Moderate difficulty. Ages 12+. Register/pay by 10/24, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $5

Autumn Trolley Tour-PROGRAM FULL

Enjoy Autumn in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay by 10/25, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Adults: $10 R, $12 NR; Seniors/Youth: $7 R, $9 NR. Accessibility Notice: Please note that the trolley is open-air and does not have heat or air conditioning. It is not handicap accessible, and boarding requires stepping up a large step, which may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations.

Autumn Trolley Tour PROGRAM FULL

Enjoy Autumn in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay by 10/25, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Adults: $10 R, $12 NR; Seniors/Youth: $7 R, $9 NR. Accessibility Notice: Please note that the trolley is open-air and does not have heat or air conditioning. It is not handicap accessible, and boarding requires stepping up a large step, which may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations.

Golden Hour Stroll - Halloween Special PROGRAM FULL

A special Halloween edition of our beloved "Golden Hour" walk! As the golden light begins to fade, the sun slips below the horizon, dusk settles over the landscape, and darkness slowly awakens. Stroll through the hauntingly beautiful surroundings of Lanterman's Mill and Lake Newport Dam during this magical transition from day to night, where every step uncovers fascinating stories from the Park's rich past. Enjoy a relaxing guided walk filled with local history, legends, and seasonal atmosphere as twilight gives way to evening. This leisurely 1.5-2-mile hike follows uneven paths, so please wear appropriate footwear. And don't forget your camera--you never know what enchanting sights (or spooky surprises!) you might capture. Register by 10/25, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. FREE

Bats: Flying Fiends or Furry Friends?

Bats remain one of the most misunderstood creatures on Earth. Ford Nature Center is out to change that! Get to know these fascinating creatures through their behavior, biology, and ecology in this batty presentation by a Park Educator. Register by 10/26, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. FREE

Haunted Trolley Tour - Ghosts & Legends of Mill Creek Park PROGRAM FULL

Is Mill Creek Park Haunted? Journey into the Park at night aboard the Cohasset Express trolley to look for ghostly figures and unexplained orbs of light while docents share otherworldly stories. Don't miss this nighttime adventure in the Park. Meet at Ford Nature Center. Ages 12 and older. Limited seating available. Reservations required. Register/pay by 10/28, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. $20 Accessibility Notice: Please note that the trolley is open-air and does not have heat or air conditioning. It is not handicap accessible, and boarding requires stepping up a large step, which may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations.