Jefferson County Conservation to host Toddler Time, meteor shower viewing

Jefferson County Conservation will host a couple of programs outdoors this week.

On Wednesday, the Jefferson County Park Nature Center will host 'Toddler Time: Who Lives Here?”, a program for kids to explore the different habitats in the park and discover the animals who call it home. The program is from 9-10 a.m. Wednesday. Naturalist Brittney Tiller will do a short introduction before leading the group on a hike. The program is intended for children ages 2-4, and the child must be accompanied by an adult.

'Toddler Time happens rain or shine, so be sure to dress for the weather!” stated a news release from the nature center.

On Friday, the conservation office will host a viewing of the Geminids Meteor Shower at Zillman's Hickory Hills, located at 2437 Glasgow Road, Fairfield. The event is from 8-10 p.m.

The Geminids Meteor Shower is known as the 'king of meteor showers.” Naturalist Brittney Tiller will have a telescope on hand to see a few night sky objects up close as well as looking for meteors with the naked eye. Dress for the weather and bring a comfortable chair or blanket. Participants should feel free to come and go during this open house style program however the shower is more active the later in the evening.