September 4 Sunday in The Park -- Bugs! Colossal Cave Mountain Park presents a cool experience with the small critter world. Slide show and critter hunt—this is one of our most popular events and is presented by the dynamic Carl Olson. Carl Olson is the Associate Curator of Entomology from the University of Arizona; this is his 8th year with Sunday in the Park. Join us for a fun and informative time! Presentation at 2:00 pm with bug hunt at 3:15 pm. Colossal Cave Mountain Park is located at 16721 E. Old Spanish Trail, Vail, AZ Event is free.

All area homeschoolers are invited to the HEY Fall Rally.  There will be a short business meeting followed by guest speakers.  The Used Book/Vendor Sale will be immediately following the speakers.

Chris Friedman will present “Helping Your Child Love Learning”.  There will also be a panel discussion.  The panel will include new homes choolers, veteran home schoolers, and those who have been home schooled themselves.  It is certainly shaping up to be a wonderful evening.

Learn and practice a variety of popular techniques proven to keep kids safe. For example: • Bike Helmets • Poison Control • Car Seat Installation • Fire Safety • Safe Routes to School • First Aid • Water Safety • And much more Several activities will be scheduled throughout the day.

The Michigan Network for Children's Environmental Health (MNCEH) and Senator Dr. Roger Kahn will be at the Mid-Michigan Children's Museum on Thursday, August 11th between 10:30am-1:30pm. The MNCEH is a coalition of non-profit organizations from around the state working to protect Michigan's families and kids from toxic chemicals. The MNCEH will have their XRF testing device with them, which immediately detects toxic substances in consumer products. You're encouraged to bring in your children's toys and products and the MNCEH will test them for free.

9 a.m. registration, 10 a.m. shotgun start Golf, Food, Drinks, Prizes, and Fun! Cost: $500 per foursome; $125 per individual. Contact the Bay City Country Club at (989) 684-2611 to reserve your space!

Sunday in The Park -- Ranching Across the Cienegas August 7 at Colossal Cave Mountain Park, Vail AZ Free presentation, ranch tour and much more at Colossal Cave Mountain Park. In the late 1800s the Empire Ranch encompassed most of Pima, Cochise and Santa Cruz counties and stretched into New Mexico. Today’s Empire Ranch and La Posta Quemada are remnants of that former greatness. Find out how the Empire Ranch played a role in shaping our modern day area. Many historical photos to view.

Assemble a team or go it alone to design and build an object of your choice in two hours, using LEGO® Bricks, Erector Sets, or Tinker Toys. Points will be awarded for originality, creativity, resourcefulness, teamwork, and overall presentation. Overall winner and winner in each category: Family, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, and Adult. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Space is limited. Free to participate. Visit thehistorycenter.org for full details and competition rules. Call (407) 836-7010 to register.

Grab your lassoes, dig up your dino-mite gear, and tell your mummies – the History Center comes to life when you spend a night at the museum! 7 p.m.-8 a.m. Grades K-5. $25 per child for Members; $35 per child for non-members. An evening snack and breakfast are included. Bring a sleeping bag and pillow. Museum staff chaperones. Call (407) 836-8580 to register. Presented by Orlando Federal Credit Union.

Learn about local fire department history with up-close looks at antique fire trucks and fire equipment. Test your skills as a firefighter and race with your team to hit a target with water. Compete with friends in firefighter gear-dressing challenges or hose cart races. Meet local firefighters, watch demonstrations, and learn about fire safety while enjoying food, crafts, activities, and more throughout Heritage Square and the History Center. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Outdoor festivities free. Call (407) 836-8500 for information.

The exhibit Lessons from Rwanda: The United Nations and Prevention of Genocide presents an account of the Rwandan people before, during and after the genocide, raising awareness of the lessons to be learned from those events.