BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Dahlem - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Dahlem X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.dahlemcenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Dahlem REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261009T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261009T204500 DTSTAMP:20261009T191741Z CREATED:20260826T121947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T191741Z UID:13374-1791573300-1791578700@www.dahlemcenter.org SUMMARY:FULL - Space Explorers: The Milky Way Mission DESCRIPTION:FULL – Space Explorers: The Milky Way Mission Night Hike\nCalling all star-seekers! Bring your blankets and your curiosity to explore the wonders of the night sky. We’ll learn about the science of night vision and discover the ancient stories hidden among the stars. Our telescopes will be ready for you to witness the beauty of the galaxy up close\, and you’ll even get to create your own glowing art using the magic of the night. It’s the perfect chance for families to experience the darkness in a whole new light! \nThere is no age limit on this event. It was created to be family-friendly. All participants aged 3 and up must register for a ticket. \nWhen: October 9th\, 7:15pm to 8:45pm (presentation will begin at 7:15pm) \nWhere: The Dutcher Room and the Trails \nCost: $5 per non-member ticket / $3 per member ticket (children under 3 are free) \nCancellations: Any cancellations made in less than 48 hours prior to the event will not be refunded. \nWhat to Bring: Dress in layers! Hopefully the weather is good to us but prepare to cozy up. Also\, bring a large blanket for your family to sit on in the grass. If you have a red light flashlight\, bring that! Wear good walking shoes. The total hike is less than a mile. \nWeather Update: THIS EVENT IS STILL HAPPENING! \n  \nThis event is currently filled up. Check back until the event to see if any spots have opened up! URL:https://www.dahlemcenter.org/event/space-explorers-the-milky-way-mission/ LOCATION:Dahlem\, Jackson’s Nature Place\, 7117 S. Jackson Rd.\, Jackson\, MI\, 49201\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dahlemcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Space-Explorers-The-Milky-Way-Mission-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marissa Pierce":MAILTO:mpierce@dahlemcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261010T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261010T170000 DTSTAMP:20260826T134535Z CREATED:20260826T121515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T134535Z UID:13735-1791640800-1791651600@www.dahlemcenter.org SUMMARY:Ectotherm Encounters Exhibit Open House DESCRIPTION:Ectotherm Encounters Exhibit Open House & Gift Shop Opening\nExplore the World of Michigan’s Cold-Blooded Crew! \nStep into the fascinating\, hidden world of Michigan’s native cold-blooded residents. Wander through our featured Cold-Blooded Creatures exhibit to observe our resident turtles\, and chat with a naturalist to uncover the unique adaptations of local reptiles and amphibians. Round out your afternoon by creating a spooky seasonal craft\, exploring the crisp autumn trails\, and browsing the gift shop for unique nature-inspired finds. \nThis event is free to attend! \n\nWhen: Saturday\, October 10th from 2pm to 5pm\nWhere: Dahlem Center / 7117 S. Jackson Road\, Jackson\, MI 49201\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://www.dahlemcenter.org/event/ectotherm-encounters-exhibit-open-house/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dahlemcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Ectotherm-Encounters-Flyer-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marissa Pierce":MAILTO:mpierce@dahlemcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261022T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261023T150000 DTSTAMP:20260827T124144Z CREATED:20260827T124144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T124144Z UID:13882-1792663200-1792767600@www.dahlemcenter.org SUMMARY:Volunteer to Carve Pumpkins 2026 DESCRIPTION:Volunteers are needed to help carve about 200 beautiful pumpkins to line the Goblin Walks event trail route. Pumpkins are generously donated and some purchased at a discounted price. Please bring your own carving tools and creativity. \nYour Choice is to; 1) gut pumpkins\,  2) carve pre-gutted pumpkins\,  or 3) do the whole job from start to finish.  4) We are also requesting help placing carved pumpkins along the Goblin Walks trail route.  Every volunteer is valuable and every job is important to complete! \nPumpkin seeds are available to take home.  Bring your own zip-loc bag or container. \nDepending on the weather\, carving pumpkins will be in the Dutcher classroom or outside. Most likely\, we will be indoors. \nPlease register to let us know to save a seat for you on Oct 22 and/or Oct 23 and approximate time you plan to be at Dahlem.  This helps us with preparations to best accommodate everyone attending.  The sessions are open to come and go to fit your schedule. \nThank you\, Volunteers!! \nWe greatly appreciate your generous community support!!\n\n\n \n \n Pumpkin Carving - Oct 22 & 23\, 2026\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone*Email*\n \n When do you plan to attend? Mark all that apply. Pumpkin carving is between 10 am to 3 pm on Thursday and Friday*\n \n October 22\, 2026 Thursday\n \n \n October 23\, 2026 Friday\n What TIME between 10 am - 3 pm do you plan to attend pumpkin carving? On Friday we will need help placing carved pumpkins along the trail route. Your information helps us with preparations. Thank you!*How many people in your group?*\n \n 1\n \n \n 2\n \n \n 3\n \n \n 4\n \n \n 6\n \n \n 7\n \n \n 8\n \n \n 9\n \n \n 10\n \n \n Between 11-15\n \n \n Between 16-20\n Please let us know where your group is from (Jackson College\, Consumers Energy\, school\, family\, etc.)\n Submit URL:https://www.dahlemcenter.org/event/volunteer-to-carve-pumpkins-2026/ LOCATION:Dahlem\, Jackson’s Nature Place\, 7117 S. Jackson Rd.\, Jackson\, MI\, 49201\, United States CATEGORIES:Event-Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dahlemcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026-Volunteers-needed-to-carve-pumpkins.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261023T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261024T210000 DTSTAMP:20260901T142023Z CREATED:20260323T151359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T142023Z UID:13432-1792774800-1792875600@www.dahlemcenter.org SUMMARY:Goblin Walks 2026 DESCRIPTION:Registration opens in early September 2026\nTwo Magical Nights!  \n> October 23\, Friday 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm \n> October 24\, Saturday 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm\nEvent Fee per Person: $9 per Dahlem Member; $12 per Non-Member\nFree for infants. Free Parking. \nPre-Registration is required to attend our annual Goblin Walks event.  Every 15 minutes a group of twenty five people is lead by a trail leader down the trail to enjoy an evening autumn color tour\, a short 1/2 mile trail walk meeting larger than life critters performing entertaining educational skits. The program is about one hour in length and great fun for the whole family!!  Photo opportunities\, refreshments (cider & donuts!)\, and visit the gift shop.  Feel free to dress in costume and be ready for the weather!  The event operates rain or shine.  This event does not handout candy. \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED for Dahlem members and non-members\, so don’t wait – choice slots fill fast.  Please arrive 10 minutes before your tour walk to allow time to check-in at the Registration Table. \nCancellation Policy:  We have a 24 hour cancellation policy. If you don’t call to cancel and don’t show\, you will be charged the full amount. \nThank You to our generous event sponsors\n   \n  \nIf you would like to sponsor the Goblin Walks event\, please contact us at email contact@dahlemcenter.org or call 517-782-3453. We greatly value the community support and partnerships. \n\nRegistration opened September 1\, 2026\n\n \n \n Goblin Walks 2026\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Address*\n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n \n \n City\, State\, ZIP\n \n \n \n Phone*Email*\n \n Time Preference*Select a day and time slot for your group. On the day of the event\, please check in at the registration table 10 minutes prior to your tour time. Tours are approximately 50 minutes in length. Max. 25 people per time slot.\n\nTime slots that are FULL\, will not be listed. Please contact us to be put on the waiting list 517-782-3453 ext. 101.Oct 23 at 7:45 pm FridayOct 23 at 8:00 pm FridayOct 23 at 8:15 pm FridayOct 23 at 8:30 pm FridayOct 24 at 5:15 pm SaturdayOct 24 at 5:30 pm SaturdayOct 24 at 5:45 pm SaturdayOct 24 at 6:15 pm SaturdayOct 24 at 6:30 pm SaturdayOct 24 at 6:45 pm SaturdayOct 24 at 7:00 pm SaturdayOct 24 at 7:15 pm SaturdayOct 24 at 7:30 pm SaturdayAre You a Dahlem Member?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Become a Member?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Membership TypeThank you for your support and for joining Dahlem\, Jackson's Nature Place.Family $45Goblin Walks (Member Ticket) Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $9.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Goblin Walks (Non-Member Ticket) Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $12.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n \n Payment MethodPayPal CheckoutCredit Card\n American ExpressDiscoverMasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: American Express\, Discover\, MasterCard\, Visa\n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n Security Code\n \n  \n \n \n Cardholder Name\n \n \n Register Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n\nVolunteers Make it Happen and We Need Your Assistance!\nJoin our Boo Crew  \nPlease complete the online registration form — Goblin Walks Volunteer Application Form.  (See below for pumpkin carving registration)\nMany volunteer opportunities for this great event are available. \n\nCast members are needed for the fun skits on Oct. 23 evening and Oct. 24 evening. We have the skits and costumes. Give it a try! It’s so much fun\, you’ll be glad you joined the cast.  Open to adults\, teens (14-17 years)\, and children (10-13 years). Children must be supervised.\nOctober 23 and/or October 24 (pick a task of your choice on the volunteer application form)\nOctober 22 Thursday 9:00am-3:00pm — set up the pavilion and other areas\, and decorate trails. Contact Carrie cbenham@dahlemcenter.org\n\nIf you have questions\, please contact Carrie at 517-782-3453 ext. 106 or email cbenham@dahlemcenter.org.\n============================================================================================================================== \nVolunteer to Carve Pumpkins \nPlease complete the online registration form —  Volunteer to Carve Pumpkins 2026.\nWe supply the pumpkins\, you provide the creativity and bring your own carving tools.  \n\nOct 22 Thursday 10:00am-3:00pm — pumpkin carving   \nOct 23 Friday 10:00am-3:00pm — pumpkin carving and we need lots of help placing carved pumpkins on the trail route  \n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.dahlemcenter.org/event/goblin-walks-2026/ CATEGORIES:Event-Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dahlemcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-Goblin-Walks-social-media-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261114T140000 DTSTAMP:20261007T141731Z CREATED:20261011T040020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T141731Z UID:13840-1794650400-1794664800@www.dahlemcenter.org SUMMARY:The Mammalian Mitten Exhibit Open House DESCRIPTION:The Mammalian Mitten Exhibit Open House & Gift Shop Saturday\nWhere: The Dahlem Center – 7117 S. Jackson Rd.\, 49201 \nWhen: Saturday\, November 14th from 10am to 2pm \nDiscover the fascinating world of Michigan’s native creatures at the The Mammalian Mitten Exhibit Open House! This special event at The Dahlem Center offers a unique opportunity to explore the center on a rare Saturday opening and engage with our natural heritage. \nWhat you can do: \n\nExplore: Be among the first to view the new Michigan Mammals exhibit\, highlighting the diverse species that call our state home.\nEngage: Meet a naturalist and ask all your burning questions about Michigan’s mammals.\nCreate: Participate in a fun\, mammal-themed craft — perfect for all ages!\nRelax: Enjoy a peaceful moment in our autumn leaf-covered reading nook\, stocked with books all about nature. Don’t forget to check out the mammalian books in the exhibit itself!\nVenture Out: Walk the scenic\, autumnal trails and look for signs of animal activity.\nShop: Visit the gift shop for unique\, nature-inspired gifts\, open specially for this event.\n\nJoin us for this cozy and educational fall event. We can’t wait to see you! URL:https://www.dahlemcenter.org/event/the-mammalian-mitten-exhibit-open-house/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dahlemcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/November-Exhibit-Open-House-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marissa Pierce":MAILTO:mpierce@dahlemcenter.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR