(March 16, 2017) The Delmarva Discovery Center is providing an opportunity for children to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a special otter-themed event on Friday evening.
“The Luck of the Otters: Hidden Treasures of the Delmarva,” which takes place at the Discovery Center in Pocomoke from 6-9 p.m., will offer kids a night of crafts, games, food, and a chance to interact with otters Mac and Tuck.
Jordan Messick, education and program coordinator, said the pair of male otters have been a huge hit since moving into the Discovery Center last July.
“We’re trying to do a monthly event around the otters,” she said.
She said last month nearly two-dozen youngsters attended the event, “You Otter Be My Valentine.”
“The kids got to make valentine cards for Mac and Tuck to hang on their aquarium,” she said.
For the St. Patrick’s event, Messick said dinner will be served, but the menu is being kept under wraps.
“It will be a surprise,” she said. “It will be a specialty green dinner – not spinach, but kid friendly.”
Although children’s palates may vary, Messick said it’s a safe bet that Mac and Tuck will enjoy a special green smoothie to mark the Irish-themed holiday.
There will also be a scavenger hunt conducted inside the Discovery Center, Messick said.
“There will be Discovery Center leprechauns in search of hidden treasure,” she said. “Before it starts kids will pick leprechaun names and make rainbow binoculars.”
Costumes are not required to participate in the scavenger hunt, Messick said. She was confident that Mac and Tuck would welcome the fanfare.
“Otters love having an audience,” she said. “When crowds gather around they like to come out.”
Additionally, Messick said the event provides an educational component.
“This event is going to be a great opportunity for kids to have fun, while also learning how lucky we are to have otters,” she said.
The cost for Discovery Center members is $15 for one child and $7 per additional sibling. The price for nonmembers is $20 for one child and $10 per additional sibling. Pre-register by emailing contact@DelmarvaDiscoveryCenter.org. For more information, call 410-957-9933.
“The Luck of the Otters: Hidden Treasures of the Delmarva,” which takes place at the Discovery Center in Pocomoke from 6-9 p.m., will offer kids a night of crafts, games, food, and a chance to interact with otters Mac and Tuck.
Jordan Messick, education and program coordinator, said the pair of male otters have been a huge hit since moving into the Discovery Center last July.
“We’re trying to do a monthly event around the otters,” she said.
She said last month nearly two-dozen youngsters attended the event, “You Otter Be My Valentine.”
“The kids got to make valentine cards for Mac and Tuck to hang on their aquarium,” she said.
For the St. Patrick’s event, Messick said dinner will be served, but the menu is being kept under wraps.
“It will be a surprise,” she said. “It will be a specialty green dinner – not spinach, but kid friendly.”
Although children’s palates may vary, Messick said it’s a safe bet that Mac and Tuck will enjoy a special green smoothie to mark the Irish-themed holiday.
There will also be a scavenger hunt conducted inside the Discovery Center, Messick said.
“There will be Discovery Center leprechauns in search of hidden treasure,” she said. “Before it starts kids will pick leprechaun names and make rainbow binoculars.”
Costumes are not required to participate in the scavenger hunt, Messick said. She was confident that Mac and Tuck would welcome the fanfare.
“Otters love having an audience,” she said. “When crowds gather around they like to come out.”
Additionally, Messick said the event provides an educational component.
“This event is going to be a great opportunity for kids to have fun, while also learning how lucky we are to have otters,” she said.
The cost for Discovery Center members is $15 for one child and $7 per additional sibling. The price for nonmembers is $20 for one child and $10 per additional sibling. Pre-register by emailing contact@DelmarvaDiscoveryCenter.org. For more information, call 410-957-9933.