Lessons That Stick: Paying Attention is a Skill
January has been cold and dry this year. The kind of weather that makes you pull your collar up, notice how quiet things are, and move a little more deliberately. The days are shorter. Growth slows down. And if you spend time outside in conditions like these,...
January 2026 Repair Tip of the Month
Bulb Won't Turn On (and It's Not the Bulb) If a lamp or light fixture flickers, works inconsistently, or won’t turn on at all, the problem isn’t always the bulb. Often, the issue is a worn, dirty, or poorly contacting socket. This is common in lamps that use standard...
Thank You for Exploring with Us in 2025!
As the year comes to a close, we find ourselves reflecting on what it means to be a place for learning, connection, and community here in Clark County. This year, thousands of children from across our region visited Columbia Springs for hands-on science and nature...
Ever-Green Holidays
A green holiday season for Christmas, Hanukkah, Diwali, Kwanzaa, and more… The holiday season is full of light, food, stories, and traditions. It can also be a time of excess, waste, and stress on our natural resources. This year, consider welcoming a greener approach...
December 2025 Repair Tip of the Month
Rescue Your Holiday Lights Simple fixes to save money, reduce waste, and keep the holidays bright It happens every year. You pull out the bins of holiday decorations, untangle lights that somehow tied themselves into knots, plug them in with anticipation… and nothing...
E3 Washington’s Non-Formal Educator of the Year: Apryl Corey
Non-Formal Educator of the Year! Our very own Apryl Corey has been named E3 Washington’s Non-Formal Educator of the Year! Apryl was selected from a pool of fifteen nominees—and was the only nominee to receive multiple submissions recognizing her passion, creativity,...