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Hi-Desert Nature Museum
Movie Schedule
Every Day
Showing three movies on various subjects, each day from Tuesday through Sunday.
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Climate Change and the California Desert Conference
Friday, March 12th, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
(Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.)
Yucca Room, Community Center Complex
FREE Admission
Defenders of Wildlife and National Parks Conservation Association present this informative conference. Featured speakers include Dr. Cameron Barrows, Center for Conservation Biology, on the implications of climate change for desert tortoises and other reptiles; Dr. Deborah Hughson, National Park Service, on the crucial link between climate change, desert water resources and the wildlife that needs springs; Dr. Lori Hargrove, Researcher at the San Diego Museum of Natural History, on the future of desert birds in the face of climate change; and Jim Ferguson, Mayor Pro Tem of Palm Desert, on how to tap into funding for rooftop solar.
Bring a reusable coffee mug to be entered in the raffle!
Please RSVP to Seth Shteir, Senior Program Coordinator for the National Parks Conservation Association, at sshteir@npca.org or call (760) 366-7785
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Movie Matinee at the Museum!
Saturday, March 20
Starting at 1:00 p.m.
FREE and popcorn will be served
Watch "A Bug's Life" in hi-definition at the Hi-Desert Nature Museum! Experience the astonishing world of Flik and his tiny friends. Embark on an incredible journey with one little ant as he searches for a brave band of warriors to help him battle the bullying grasshoppers who threaten his home. "A Bug's Life" will keep the whole family buzzing for hours! This film is rated G.
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Winter Lecture Series
"Salt Song Trail Map"
Thursday, March 25
Starting at Noon
FREE and coffee will be served
The Storyscape Project of The Cultural Conservancy has been working with the Salt Song Trail Project to produce a map of Southern Paiute (Nuwuvi) sacred landscapes based on the Salt Songs. Philip M. Klasky teaches in the Department of American Indian Studies at San Francisco State University and has worked for three years conducting field studies with Nuwuvi elders and singers. Klasky will talk about the meaning and significance of the Salt Songs and the process of cultural cartography/mapping.
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Organic Gardening Workshop
Wednesday, March 27
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Yucca Valley Community Center, Ocotillo Room
FREE!
In honor of Earth Day, the Hi-Desert Nature Museum will celebrate the diversity of life on earth with a day of activities that will inform, educate and entertain visitors. Local experts will be on hand to provide demonstrations for turning waste into black gold for your garden, growing your own food, and recycling. This family-oriented event includes live animal presentations, kids activities, and live international music and dance. There will also be a variety of vendor booths featuring local artists and environmental education resources. This event is made possible through the generous support of the Town of Yucca Valley and the Mojave Desert & Mountain Recycling Authority.
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Joshua Tree National Park Art Festival
April 2, 3 & 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Oasis of Mara Visitor Center, Twentynine Palms
FREE!
Art and nature come together in charming cordiality at Joshua Tree National Park's 18th Annual Art Festival. More than 25 artists representing a wide variety of mediums will be on hand to exhibit and sell their work. A theme show, all work is an output of creativity inspired by the spectacle and innumerable delights to be seen in Joshua Tree National Park and the southwest desert. Meet the artists and learn what it was in their desert view that so inspired their creativity. (Shown here is gourd art by Mark Wheeler.) The Festival is sponsored by the Joshua Tree National Park Association, a non-profit organization that provides support and assistance to the park's interpretive, educational and scientific programs. For more information call (760) 367-5537.
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First Wednesday History Program
Desert Christ Park, Burke LeSage
Wednesday, April 7,
Starting at 5:30 p.m.
$5 donation to the Morongo Basin Historical Society at the door
Desert Christ Park is an iconic landmark of Yucca Valley. The park is decorated with statuary created by Antone Martin in the 1950s depicting scenes from the life of Jesus Christ. Martin considered the park a tribute to world brotherhood and peace. It is non-denominational and open free to the public. Join Burke LeSage from the Desert Christ Park Foundation as he discusses the history of this fascinating park and the Foundation's hopes and plans for the future.
Click here to visit the Desert Christ Park Foundation web site.
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Earth Day!
Saturday, April 17
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Admission is FREE!
In honor of Earth Day, the Hi-Desert Nature Museum will celebrate the diversity of life on earth with a day of activities that will inform, educate and entertain visitors. Local experts will be on hand to provide demonstrations for turning waste into black gold for your garden, growing your own food, and recycling. This family-oriented event includes live animal presentations, kids activities, and live international music and dance. There will also be a variety of vendor booths featuring local artists and environmental education resources. This event is made possible through the generous support of the Town of Yucca Valley and the Mojave Desert & Mountain Recycling Authority.
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Natural History Education
The Hi-Desert Nature Museum offers a variety of natural history programs related to the High Desert’s unique natural elements. Field trips are available and free of charge for students in grades K-4. Home schoolers, scout troops and others are welcome. Class size is restricted to twenty students. Please call the museum at (760) 369-7212 for reservations.
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Upcoming Programs and Events
March 12, Climate Change Conference
March 12, Exhibit Reception
March 20, Matinee at the Museum
March 27, Organic Gardening Workshop
April 7, First Wednesday Program
April 17, Earth Day Celebration
April 30, YVHS Art Show Reception
May 5, First Wednesday Program
May 29, Grubstake Days Parade & Fair
Mark Your Calendars for our 2010 Starry Nights Festival on Saturday, October 9th!
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