Arvada's Majestic View Nature Center's Remaining Jan. Activities

ARVADA, CO —Making beeswax lanterns, gardening, Tai Chi, duck-related artwork, papermaking. All are activities still available to the public this month at the Majestic View Nature Center in Arvada.

Located at 7030 Garrison Street, the Majestic View Nature Center offers programs for all ages, hands-on displays, wildlife exhibits, a kids' activity area, classrooms and meeting spaces. Just outside the Nature Center, there is a 25,000-square-foot water-conserving demonstration garden where visitors can discover native and regionally appropriate plants and wildlife.

Here are some of the programs still scheduled for January at the Majestic View Nature Center:

Activity: Night with a Naturalist: Beeswax Lanterns (All Ages)

What: Kids and adults alike will have fun making beeswax lanterns to light up the cold winter nights.

When: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday

Cost: All ages, $5 per person ($15 for 4+ people, call to register for a discount)

Register/Questions: Register, or call 720-898-7405

Activity: Garden Work Day

What: Do you love gardening, no matter the time of year? On this garden work day, volunteers and staff will work to keep Majestic View's demonstration garden healthy and looking great through the winter. Everyone is welcome and tools and gloves are provided.

When: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday

Cost: Free

Register: No need to register

Activity: Majestic Gardens Tai Chi (Recurring)

What: Enjoy this small class in the great outdoors next to the Nature Center in beautiful Majestic View Park. This gentle, low-impact Tai Chi class is adapted from the Sun Form. Improve your balance in this fun and relaxed class. Wear comfortable clothes and register in advance.

When: 5 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. on Mondays from Jan. 10 to Feb. 28 (Continuing: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Beginning: 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.)

Cost: $80 for 8 weeks

Register/Questions: Website, or call 720-898-7405

Activity: Duck Stamp Art Workshop (Ages 8-16)

What: After learning about waterfowl habitat and conservation, students will create duck stamp artwork that they can submit to the national duck stamp competition.

When: 9 a.m. to noon on Jan. 29

Cost: $5

Register/Questions: Register, or call 720-898-7405

Activity: Nature Papermaking (Adults)

What: Whether you want to start a journal, create a personalized gift, or just try something different, the art of papermaking is a fun skill to learn for the new year.

When: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Jan. 29

Cost: $15 (supplies included)

Register/Questions: Register, or call 720-898-7405