Audubon Greenwich Nature Programs & Special Events
NEW CALENDAR & NEWSLETTER ONLINE
- The Nature Program Calendar (December 2013 ~ February 2014): http://greenwich.audubon.org/about-audubon-greenwichs-nature-programs-events
- In-flight Newsletter featuring the new Center Director, Michelle Frankel: http://greenwich.audubon.org/sites/default/files/documents/newsletter-audubongreenwich-winter2013-2014_0.pdf
Wednesday, December 4
Solar Installation presentation (http://solarizect.com)
7:00-8:30 pm @ Audubon Greenwich
Solarize Greenwich offers Greenwich residents the opportunity to benefit from group discounts on solar installations for a limited time. The program will run through February 18, 2014. The Conservation Commission, in collaboration with Audubon Greenwich, is holding a workshop to help promote solar energy choices that make the technology more affordable than ever before. Renewable Resources, the official installer for Solarize Greenwich, will give a short presentation and be on-hand to answer questions about the program and how residential solar works. Presentation will include overview of the Solarize Greenwich program, solar for residential use, and state and federal incentive programs available for residents interested in solar. Solarize Greenwich is sponsored by both the State of Connecticut and the Town of Greenwich. According to First Selectman Peter Tesei, "Solarize Greenwich is a wonderful opportunity for Greenwich homeowners to convert to solar power, saving money and improving our community." No charge or RSVP required. Presentation at 7:00 pm.
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December 7 & 8
'Nature Art Class' with Adriana Rostovsky
10:00 am-12:00 pm
See details in the Dec. 8 Family Day announcement below.
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Family Nature Day & Holiday Gift Shopping
Sunday, December 8 ~ All Day Long
Enjoy nature-themed classes, take a hike, shop, or simply take in the views from Kimberlin Nature Education Center & Nature Gift Store. Special hot chocolate, holiday gifts, and the new exhibit of raptor watercolors by J.J. Audubon in the Oppenheimer Gallery are sure to warm any cold December day.
- 10:00-12:00 noon: 'Nature Art Class' with Adriana Rostovsky*
- 12:30-2:00 pm: Natural Foods for Winter Birds
- 2:30-3:15 pm: Citizen Science: Wintertime Bird Studies
- 3:30-4:15 pm: Exploring Owl Pellets*
- 4:15-4:45pm: Late Afternoon/Sunset Walk
*Space limited for the 10:00 am & 3:30 pm classes. RSVPs are required for all sessions. RSVP to 203-869-5272 x239 or greenwichcenter@audubon.org. Walk-ins gladly welcomed but spaces may be limited. First to come is first to be served.
CLASS DETAILS:
· 10:00 am-12:00 pm ~ 'Nature Art Class' with Adriana Rostovsky: Art and nature meet when we re-purpose materials into artwork that celebrate nature and our role in caring for the environment. Special guest teacher, Adriana Rostovsky, will show how to create textures and collages with nature's treasures found outdoors. *This art class is also offered the day before (Sat. Dec. 7). Class details online: www.adrianarostovsky.com. All ages welcome. $25 for first two people and $5 per additional (prices are per day). RSVPs for class are important so please RSVP to Adriana at 646-752-2322 or rostovsky.adriana@gmail.com.
· 12:30-2:00 pm ~ Natural Foods for Winter Birds: Berries, nuts, cones, and seeds of native plants, and hidden insects provide an important winter food supply for birds, especially the species that don't visit our feeders. Introduction inside & walk outside. Ages 8 & up. RSVP to 203-869-5272 x239 or greenwichcenter@audubon.org.
· 2:30-3:15 pm ~ Citizen Science - Wintertime Bird Studies: Learn about winter birds and how to attract them with plants and feeders, as well as counting birds as Citizen Scientists. All ages. RSVP to 203-869-5272 x239 or greenwichcenter@audubon.org.
· 3:30-4:15* pm ~ Exploring Owl Pellets: Learn about owl feeding habits and dissect an owl pellet in search of skulls, bones, feathers and other food remains. *Space limited. $5 per person. Ages 8 & up. RSVP to 203-869-5272 x239 or greenwichcenter@audubon.org.
· 4:15-4:45pm ~ Sunset Walk & Nocturnal Bird Search: Join us as we walk to watch and listen for birds going to roost and Great-horned Owls calling for territory and courtship Ages 5 & up. RSVP to 203-869-5272 x239 or greenwichcenter@audubon.org.
PLEASE NOTE: RSVPs are required for all sessions & space is limited for the 10:00 am & 3:30 pm classes. Walk-ins served on a first come first served basis but space can't be guaranteed without RSVPs. So if you plan on coming, please leave a quick voicemail or email with a phone number and # of people coming.
Unless indicated otherwise, program fees are the usual prices:
· National Audubon Society Members: Adults $3.00/Children & Seniors $1.50
· Future members: Adults $5.00/Children & Seniors $3.00
Regular program fees include admission to the Kimberlin Nature Education Center, the Oppenheimer Gallery at Audubon Greenwich and access all trails.
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Saturday, December 14
Family Bird Watching & "Christmas Bird Count" Practice
1:00-2:30 pm
Learn more about winter birds, best bird feeding practices, and how to count birds in your backyard and give scientists your data! Note: The Christmas Bird Count is the next day and you can count for Project FeederWatch all winter long... so join us to learn more about these great family activities that can be done at home. All ages. RSVP REQUIRED to Ted at x230.
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Sunday, December 15
114th Annual Christmas Bird Count
Pre-dawn-5:00 pm
Join dozens of Audubon volunteers in search of birds throughout the 15-mile count circle during this Audubon tradition. Use the form on page to count at home or sign up to join a team for all or part of the day. The annual compilation meeting & dinner will follow the count. Join a counting team and you will contribute to critical research led by 'citizen scientists' across the nation. All abilities welcome. RSVP REQUIRED by Dec. 14 to Ted at x230. Learn about the count and find a 'count circle' near you at www.audubon.org/bird/cbc.
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AUDUBON GREENWICH PROGRAM FEES:
Regular program fees include admission to the Kimberlin Nature Education Center, the Oppenheimer Gallery at Audubon Greenwich and access all trails. Unless indicated otherwise, program fees are as follows:
- National Audubon Members: Adults $3.00/Children & Seniors $1.50
- Non-members: Adults $5.00/Children & Seniors $3.00
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NEW CALENDAR & NEWSLETTER ONLINE
- The Nature Program Calendar for December through February: http://greenwich.audubon.org/about-audubon-greenwichs-nature-programs-events
- In-flight Newsletter featuring the new Center Director, Michelle Frankel: http://greenwich.audubon.org/sites/default/files/documents/newsletter-audubongreenwich-winter2013-2014_0.pdf
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THE NATURE STORE AT AUDUBON GREENWICH
Shop to Support Audubon Greenwich. Visit the shop for bird seed, coffee, gifts & more!
New Store Hours for the Holidays (through Dec 24, 2013)
· T/W/F ~ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
· THUR ~ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
· SAT & SUN ~ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
AUDUBON GREENWICH SANCTUARIES
~Audubon Greenwich & The Kimberlin Nature Education Center (613 Riversville Road, Greenwich)
~Fairchild Wildflower Garden (North Porchuck Road, Greenwich)
~Gimbel Sanctuary (Sherwood Avenue, Greenwich)
~Oneida Drive Sanctuary (Oneida Dr. & Indian Harbor Drive, Greenwich)
~Mildred Caldwell Sanctuary of Walden Woods (Bible Street, Cos Cob)
~Wood Duck Swamp (Carissa Lane, Greenwich)
For locations and trail maps, see "Walking Trails in Greenwich and Surrounding Areas" available in the Nature Store at Audubon Greenwich.
Trail maps are found in the outdoor kiosks and/or the Kimberlin Nature Education Center lobby. View the list of Audubon Greenwich Sanctuaries online. http://greenwich.audubon.org/audubon-greenwich-main-sanctuary
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NATURE SANCTUARY ADMISSION
Members: No charge
Nonmembers: Adults $3.00/Students & Seniors $1.50
(Please pay in the store)
OTHER "AUDUBON CONNECTICUT" CENTERS & SANCTUARIES
For a list of all Audubon Connecticut centers and sanctuaries, click here: http://audubonct.org/Centers_Sanctuaries.html
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DIRECTIONS TO AUDUBON GREENWCH: http://greenwich.audubon.org/AboutUs_AudubonCenter_Kimberlin_Directions.html
Audubon Greenwich, 613 Riversville Road, Greenwich, CT 06831 / (203) 869-5272 / http://greenwich.audubon.org
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MESSAGE SENT BY:
Jeff Cordulack
Events & Communication Manager
Audubon Greenwich
jcordulack@audubon.org
203-869-5272 x239
203-613-8813 (cell)
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