The US Army Corps of Engineers' Rivers Project in partnership with the Meeting of the Rivers Foundation is offering a new preschool program series. The program, River Runts, is open to children ages 3-5. The six-week Spring Series will begin on April 21 and run through May 26. Class sessions will be held Wednesday mornings from 10:00-11:00 at the National Great Rivers Museum.

Each class consists of a story, a craft project, and a snack. The $12 registration fee includes all six sessions. Adults must stay with their child/children for the class time. For any questions, call Erin at (618) 462-6979.

Where: National Great Rivers Museum
When: 10 - 11 a.m.

Each week students will learn about a different aspect of our local wildlife with a story, a craft project, and a snack, all of which correlate with the winter theme. Topics include migration, river sounds, fall leaves, bats, deer, and area plants. Cost for the Winter Series is $12, which includes all six sessions. Adults must accompany their children during the class. It's not too late! Register by calling 618-462-6979 for more information.

The Foundation, in partnership with others who share our vision, conducts many educational and outreach programs both in the museum and offsite. Some examples of these programs include:

• Wings of Spring Birding Festival
• Segway Tours
• Eagle Watching Programs
• MidAmerica River Expo
• Scout Programs
• Mississippi Lights and Much More.