Posted Apr. 2, 2023

There is a severe shortage of chicks this year!

Everybody wants backyard chickens as a source of fresh, healthy eggs. Since we also do “Hatch the Chicken” programs in preschools, libraries, senior centers and individual homes, we are out at our local hatchery (Meyer Hatchery) almost every week. They hatch 130,000 chicks each week and are sold out through the end of summer.

I have checked with other hatcheries, and they are also pretty much sold out too. Even hatching eggs are hard to find. So we bought a large incubator and our first hatch of chicks is ready. If you are looking for chicks to raise, contact us at 330-242-3772.

Discovery Park is preparing for the new season with several new attractions, including a real airplane. Entry cost is $10 per kid – unlimited play.

SEASON PASSES are now available. They cost $40 per child with a max of $150 per family. If you are coming more than 40 miles to visit the park, season passes are half price. If you bring a group of 15 or more, the group rate is $8 per kid. Groups should call to make a reservation so the park isn’t too crowded when you come. As always, parking, kids under 3 and adults are free.

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Homeschoolers

Save the Date!

We have set aside May 11th and May 20th for home-school kids. Put those dates on your calendar.

Find connections with other home-school families. Invite your group to all come together and get the group rate. Connect with other families that may live near you. We will provide special tags that will help you find each other beyond those you already know.

Bring a picnic lunch and turn the kids loose. Personally, my kids were home-schooled and are now teaching their kids at home. I am a huge proponent of parents being the teacher.