Past Events

Learn about the differences between arthropods, insects, and arachnids, meet some fascinating live arthropods, and learn about record-breaking bugs.

Did you know that 1 in 5 species is a beetle?  The Beautiful Beetles preschooler class introduces children to the incredibly diverse world of beetles. We’ll learn about beetle pets, meet real beetles  up close, and create beautiful jewelry with real  beetle wings.  

Come learn about bugs with Beetlelady!

The creator of Pokémon, Satoshi Tajiri, spent his childhood collecting bugs in the Japanese countryside.  His love of bugs can be seen throughout Pokémon from the buggy pocket monsters that were inspired by real insects and arachnids, to the Pokémon attacks and abilities that actually exist in the real world.  Come learn about the bugs […]

The metamorphosis class teaches children about the wonders of metamorphosis. Kids will meet live beetles in all their life stages and create their own marvelous metamorphosis art. 

Come learn about bugs with Beetlelady!

Insects eat everything you can imagine.  From predators to herbivores and beyond, learn how bug mouthparts have adapted to eat all kinds of foods.  Learn about the different strategies arthropod predators use to hunt and catch their prey.

The creator of Pokémon, Satoshi Tajiri, spent his childhood collecting bugs in the Japanese countryside.  His love of bugs can be seen throughout Pokémon from the buggy pocket monsters that were inspired by real insects and arachnids, to the Pokémon attacks and abilities that actually exist in the real world.  Come learn about the bugs […]

Did you know that 1 in 5 species is a beetle?  The Beautiful Beetles preschooler class introduces children to the incredibly diverse world of beetles. We’ll learn about beetle pets, meet real beetles  up close, and create beautiful jewelry with real  beetle wings.  

The creator of Pokémon, Satoshi Tajiri, spent his childhood collecting bugs in the Japanese countryside.  His love of bugs can be seen throughout Pokémon from the buggy pocket monsters that were inspired by real insects and arachnids, to the Pokémon attacks and abilities that actually exist in the real world.  Come learn about the bugs […]

The evolution of insect flight has played a huge role in their success. Learn about the different types of insect wings and the amazing ways they fly.

The creator of Pokémon, Satoshi Tajiri, spent his childhood collecting bugs in the Japanese countryside.  His love of bugs can be seen throughout Pokémon from the buggy pocket monsters that were inspired by real insects and arachnids, to the Pokémon attacks and abilities that actually exist in the real world.  Come learn about the bugs […]

The creator of Pokémon, Satoshi Tajiri, spent his childhood collecting bugs in the Japanese countryside.  His love of bugs can be seen throughout Pokémon from the buggy pocket monsters that were inspired by real insects and arachnids, to the Pokémon attacks and abilities that actually exist in the real world.  Come learn about the bugs […]

The creator of Pokémon, Satoshi Tajiri, spent his childhood collecting bugs in the Japanese countryside.  His love of bugs can be seen throughout Pokémon from the buggy pocket monsters that were inspired by real insects and arachnids, to the Pokémon attacks and abilities that actually exist in the real world.  Come learn about the bugs […]

The evolution of insect flight has played a huge role in their success. Learn about the different types of insect wings and the amazing ways they fly.

The creator of Pokémon, Satoshi Tajiri, spent his childhood collecting bugs in the Japanese countryside.  His love of bugs can be seen throughout Pokémon from the buggy pocket monsters that were inspired by real insects and arachnids, to the Pokémon attacks and abilities that actually exist in the real world.  Come learn about the bugs […]

The Bugs Change preschooler class teaches children about the wonders of metamorphosis. Kids will meet live beetles in all their life stages and create their own marvelous metamorphosis art. 

The creator of Pokémon, Satoshi Tajiri, spent his childhood collecting bugs in the Japanese countryside.  His love of bugs can be seen throughout Pokémon from the buggy pocket monsters that were inspired by real insects and arachnids, to the Pokémon attacks and abilities that actually exist in the real world.  Come learn about the bugs […]

Insects eat everything you can imagine.  From predators to herbivores and beyond, learn how bug mouthparts have adapted to eat all kinds of foods.  Learn about the different strategies arthropod predators use to hunt and catch their prey.

The creator of Pokémon, Satoshi Tajiri, spent his childhood collecting bugs in the Japanese countryside.  His love of bugs can be seen throughout Pokémon from the buggy pocket monsters that were inspired by real insects and arachnids, to the Pokémon attacks and abilities that actually exist in the real world.  Come learn about the bugs […]

Beetlelady's Pop-Up Bug Museum includes displays of terrestrial arthropods from around the world, live bug terrariums, and activities for all ages.  Come immerse yourself in the fascinating world of bugs!

Beetlelady's Pop-Up Bug Museum includes displays of terrestrial arthropods from around the world, live bug terrariums, and activities for all ages.  Come immerse yourself in the fascinating world of bugs!

Insects eat everything you can imagine.  From predators to herbivores and beyond, learn how bug mouthparts have adapted to eat all kinds of foods.  Learn about the different strategies arthropod predators use to hunt and catch their prey.

Beetlelady's Pop-Up Bug Museum includes displays of terrestrial arthropods from around the world, live bug terrariums, and activities for all ages.  Come immerse yourself in the fascinating world of bugs!

Beetlelady's Pop-Up Bug Museum includes displays of terrestrial arthropods from around the world, live bug terrariums, and activities for all ages.  Come immerse yourself in the fascinating world of bugs!

Beetlelady's Pop-Up Bug Museum includes displays of terrestrial arthropods from around the world, live bug terrariums, and activities for all ages.  Come immerse yourself in the fascinating world of bugs!

Insects and other arthropods are food for many other creatures.  To avoid being eaten they have evolved a wide array of innovative defenses.  Learn about mimicry, venomous, poison, and other fascinating bug defenses.

Insects and other arthropods are food for many other creatures.  To avoid being eaten they have evolved a wide array of innovative defenses.  Learn about mimicry, venomous, poison, and other fascinating bug defenses.

Explore the world of spiders, scorpions, and other fascinating arachnids in this special Halloween display from Beetlelady.

Beetlelady's Pop-Up Bug Museum includes displays of terrestrial arthropods from around the world, live bug terrariums, and activities for all ages.  Come immerse yourself in the fascinating world of bugs!

The creator of Pokémon, Satoshi Tajiri, spent his childhood collecting bugs in the Japanese countryside.  His love of bugs can be seen throughout Pokémon from the buggy pocket monsters that were inspired by real insects and arachnids, to the Pokémon attacks and abilities that actually exist in the real world.  Come learn about the bugs […]

Insects eat everything you can imagine.  From predators to herbivores and beyond, learn how bug mouthparts have adapted to eat all kinds of foods.  Learn about the different strategies arthropod predators use to hunt and catch their prey.

The creator of Pokémon, Satoshi Tajiri, spent his childhood collecting bugs in the Japanese countryside.  His love of bugs can be seen throughout Pokémon from the buggy pocket monsters that were inspired by real insects and arachnids, to the Pokémon attacks and abilities that actually exist in the real world.  Come learn about the bugs […]

The creator of Pokémon, Satoshi Tajiri, spent his childhood collecting bugs in the Japanese countryside.  His love of bugs can be seen throughout Pokémon from the buggy pocket monsters that were inspired by real insects and arachnids, to the Pokémon attacks and abilities that actually exist in the real world.  Come learn about the bugs […]

Insects eat everything you can imagine.  From predators to herbivores and beyond, learn how bug mouthparts have adapted to eat all kinds of foods.  Learn about the different strategies arthropod predators use to hunt and catch their prey.

Beetlelady's Pop-Up Bug Museum includes displays of terrestrial arthropods from around the world, live bug terrariums, and activities for all ages.  Come immerse yourself in the fascinating world of bugs!

The courtship and mating habits of insects, arachnids, and other terrestrial arthropods offer a world of strange and fascinating stories.  Local entomologist and educator, Dr. Stephanie Dole (Beetlelady), will spin tales of romantic, exciting, and sometimes deadly buggy reproduction.  

Beetlelady's Pop-Up Bug Museum includes displays of terrestrial arthropods from around the world, live bug terrariums, and activities for all ages.  Come immerse yourself in the fascinating world of bugs!

Beetlelady's Pop-Up Bug Museum includes displays of terrestrial arthropods from around the world, live bug terrariums, and activities for all ages.  Come immerse yourself in the fascinating world of bugs!

Do you love catching virtual bugs in Animal Crossing.  Come learn about the real world arthropods that inspire this popular game.

Toddlers love bugs! Join Beetlelady for a fun, interactive storytime exploring our buggy friends.  Meet a live bug up close and get your wiggles out bug-style. 

Ever wanted to just chill with a tarantula?  Interested in entering a staring contest with a praying mantis?  Come hang out with local Entomologist, Dr. Stephanie Dole (Beetlelady) and meet some of her live bugs up-close. 

People are both fascinated by and fearful of insects, spiders, and other bugs.  In this class for adults, local Entomologist, Dr. Stephanie Dole (Beetlelady), will speak to peoples fears and misconceptions about these animals.  Participants will have a chance to meet live bugs up-close and face their own fears with Beetlelady’s help. 

Do you love catching virtual bugs in Animal Crossing.  Come learn about the real world arthropods that inspire this popular game.

Nature journaling is a tool for engaging with and exploring the natural world. It is a way to observe and learn, while increasing curiosity, wonder, and attention. Bugs are the perfect subjects for nature journaling because they are everywhere! Come learn the basics of Nature Journaling with local Entomologist, Dr. Stephanie Dole (Beetlelady).  Participants practice […]

It’s not just for butterflies. Learn about all the ways arthropods grow and change. Explore how metamorphosis makes insects so successful. Meet live insects in all their life cycle stages!

In the game of Animal Crossing, players can find, catch, and collect many insects and other arthropods.  All of the bugs within the game are real species of arthropods from around the world. Come learn about the real-life bugs you may encounter on your Animal Crossing Island.

In the game of Animal Crossing, players can find, catch, and collect many insects and other arthropods.  All of the bugs within the game are real species of arthropods from around the world. Come learn about the real-life bugs you may encounter on your Animal Crossing Island.

Beetlelady's Pop-Up Bug Museum includes displays of terrestrial arthropods from around the world, live bug terrariums, and activities for all ages.  Come immerse yourself in the fascinating world of bugs!

Learn about the differences between arthropods, insects, and arachnids, meet some fascinating live arthropods, and learn about record-breaking bugs.