The North Museum of Nature and Science and Millport Conservancy will present their sixth annual Fall Fest on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Millport Conservancy, 737 E. Millport Road, Lititz.

The collaboration between the two local nonprofits is a fundraising event to support North Museum's STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education programming and Millport Conservancy's efforts to restore the Lititz Run stream through soil erosion control, wetlands restoration, and stream management. The conservancy's 75-acre refuge for native wildlife and plant species includes Lititz Run, where preservation efforts have resulted in healthy, wild reproduction of both rainbow and brown trout, which can be found year-round in its waters.  

The family-friendly event will feature activities for children of all ages, including astronomy experiments, solar observing, an archeological treasure dig pit, a selfie station, environmental science and sustainability activities, face and pumpkin painting, Lancaster County Bird Club activities, a live reptile petting zoo, and nature walks and crafts. There will also be a recognition of veterans, and food from the Gourmet Julie's Way food truck, as well as soft pretzels and apple cider, will be available. The fest will also include a beer and wine tasting room for people 21 and older.

In honor of Veterans Day, all veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders will be admitted free of charge. Tickets may be purchased in advance or on-site, with a discount for children ages 4 to 17; children under age 3 will receive free admission. There is a suggested donation for parking. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://northmuseum.org/fall-fest/ or call 717-358-3941.