ERICD's Earth Month Seedling Sale Prep Day
Cleanups ~ Surveys ~ Workdays
Help us sort seedlings for our seedling sale! Our seedling sale plant pick up day is on April 20. The day before, on April 19, we pack the pre-orders together to make it easier to give to customers when they come pick them up on Saturday. The volunteering consists of sorting the seedlings together into bundles of five, packing them in compostable bags with soil. Stay for as short as long as you want between 10AM-1PM! You might get a little dirty, wear gardening clothes.
Meeting Place: Newport. Categories: Plants. Organized by: Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District. Organizer Homepage: https://www.easternriconservation.org/. Contact: Natalie Ducharme-Barth. Contact email: nducharmebarth.ericd@gmail.com. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. General. Volunteers. Cost: Free. Volunteer Opportunity: Yes. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com/calendar/ri-environmental-calendar.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Greenvale Vineyards, 582 Wapping Rd, Portsmouth RI.
For more info visit www.easternriconservation.org. Celebrate Earth during April School Vacation at the Museum of Natural His
Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows
Discover the diversity of our amazing planet, past and present! Explore what makes our planet so special with activity tables, crafts and daily planetarium shows. From the ground under your feet to the sky above, come celebrate planet Earth with the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park.
Monday, April 15 – Sunday, April 21, 2024
Special Earth Week Happenings:
10am-4pm: Earth Family Fun
Explore a variety of family-friendly, hands-on activities related to our local and global ecosystems.
Cost: Free with museum admission
2pm: Our Place in Space Planetarium Show
There’s no place like home! Begin your journey from right here on Earth as we venture from the museum for a whirlwind trip through the solar system. Take an unforgettable tour through our cosmic neighborhood as you explore the craters of Mercury, stormy Neptune and discover why Earth is so unique. The adventure does not end there as we explore nebulae and star clusters of our Milky Way Galaxy. (General Audience)
Cost: Planetar…
Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Critters. History/Natural History. Ecology/Habitat. Astronomy. Organized by: The Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Organizer Homepage: https://www.providenceri.gov/celebrate-earth-mnh-2024/. Contact: Renee Gamba. Contact email: mnhinfo@providenceri.gov. Intended Audience: Adults. Children. Families. General. Teens. Visitors/Tourists. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Roger Williams Park Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI.
For more info visit www.providenceri.gov. April School Vacation Week Activities
Children's Activities
Don't know what to do with the family during the school vacation break? Audubon is the solution! Join us for fun for all ages. Special programs and activities are available each day and are free with admission. Registration is not required.
Nature crafts will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day, as well as a Nature Story at 10:00 a.m. animal interviews at 11:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Special programs for children are also available each day at 1:00 p.m. Special programs are recommended for children ages 6+.
Monday April 15: Turtle Races - Get ready for spring with our education ambassador turtles. Learn about how they would survive the winter in the wild and watch them race across the finish line. Vote for your favorite competitor and see who is the fastest turtle!
Tuesday April 16: Owl Pellet Dissection – Join Audubon naturalists in dissecting real owl pellets and exploring what owls like to eat!
Wednesday April 17: Fairy Fort Building – Head outside to our woods to build tiny forts and shelters…
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Recreation/Exploration. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Children. Families. General. ASRI Age Range: All. Member Fee: Free with Admission. Non-Member Fee: Free with Admission. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI.
Preview Party Blithewold in Bloom
Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows
Get a sneak peek at the glorious display of floral arrangements and specimens in the Visitors Center and throughout the first floor of the Mansion. Guests will enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres from The Kitchen at Blithewold, signature cocktails, and a performance by students at The Ballet Center.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. General. Homeowners. Visitors/Tourists. Cost: $40 Members, Blithewold or Bristol Garden Club | $50 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Froggy Night at Fort Refuge
Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours)
Come for a fun evening hike to learn and listen to the calls of spring peepers and wood frogs found in the forested wetlands of Fort Refuge! You might see deer, hear beavers on the pond, owls, and other night-active birds, too! Be sure to dress for the weather and bring a flashlight. Meet in the parking lot at 7 pm for a short introduction about frogs and then we will go out on the trails. This is a family program and welcomes children ages 10 and up.
Meeting Place: North Smithfield. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Children. Teens. Families. ASRI Age Range: 10 and up. Member Fee: $10/member adult, $5/member child. Non-Member Fee: $14/non-member adult, $7/non-member child. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com. Info: Advance registration may be required. See the Audubon calendar http://asri.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2741 for the listing. Additional Info: April School Vacation Week program.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Fort Nature Refuge, (Rt. 5), 1443 Providence Pike, North Smithfield, RI.
Blithewold in Bloom: A 2024 American Daffodil Society Show
Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows
Join the Bristol Garden Club and Blithewold to experience the breadth of colors, forms, and sizes now available in daffodils! Daffodil enthusiasts proudly display their flowers individually and in arrangements as they compete for awards and share their enthusiasm. The display will begin in Blithewold’s historic Carriage House Visitors Center and continue with floral arrangements placed throughout the first floor of the Mansion.
Included with regular admission.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. General. Homeowners. Professional. Visitors/Tourists. Volunteers. Cost: Included with admission. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Saturday, April 20, 2024.
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Transforming The Landscape Audubon Native Plants & Pollinators Symposium
Conference ~ Convention ~ Forum ~ Symposium
Birds, bees, and other beneficial insects are in steep decline - and the health of their populations is inextricably linked to our own.
Join Audubon for a spring symposium on Transforming the Landscape and learn how to become part of a sustainable community and support our native species by creating beautiful pollinator habitat at home.
Keynote Speaker Dr. Doug Tallamy, Professor and Chair of the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware is well known for his lauded books on landscaping for wildlife. Tallamy will present an overview of his research and discuss the many ways that participants can restore biodiversity and support pollinators on their property. His books will be available for purchase at the event, and a book signing is scheduled.
Speak with and hear from local garden designers, community organizers, and Rhode Island’s scientific community to discover how your space can grow into a pollinator paradise.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit http…
Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Critters. Conservation/Restoration. Ecology/Habitat. Gardens. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: General. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
RI College, 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Providence, RI.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. ERICD's Earth Month Seedling Sale
Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges
Limited quantities of native plants are available for pre-order by April 18 and pickup on April 20! Plants not only remove carbon dioxide from the air, but they also provide habitat for native wildlife, prevent erosion, and absorb excess stormwater. How the Sale Works: Pre-order the plants online by 12PM on April 18, then you must come pick up your order in-person at the ERICD Seedling Sale on April 20. Volunteers are also needed for the prep day before the sale.
Meeting Place: Portsmouth. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Conservation/Restoration. Organized by: Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District. Organizer Homepage: https://www.easternriconservation.org/. Contact: Natalie Ducharme-Barth. Contact email: nducharmebarth.ericd@gmail.com. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. General. Volunteers. Cost: Free. Volunteer Opportunity: Yes. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com/calendar/ri-environmental-calendar.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Greenvale Vineyards, 582 Wapping Rd, Portsmouth RI.
For more info visit www.easternriconservation.org. Celebrate Earth during April School Vacation at the Museum of Natural His
Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows
Discover the diversity of our amazing planet, past and present! Explore what makes our planet so special with activity tables, crafts and daily planetarium shows. From the ground under your feet to the sky above, come celebrate planet Earth with the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park.
Monday, April 15 – Sunday, April 21, 2024
Special Earth Week Happenings:
10am-4pm: Earth Family Fun
Explore a variety of family-friendly, hands-on activities related to our local and global ecosystems.
Cost: Free with museum admission
2pm: Our Place in Space Planetarium Show
There’s no place like home! Begin your journey from right here on Earth as we venture from the museum for a whirlwind trip through the solar system. Take an unforgettable tour through our cosmic neighborhood as you explore the craters of Mercury, stormy Neptune and discover why Earth is so unique. The adventure does not end there as we explore nebulae and star clusters of our Milky Way Galaxy. (General Audience)
Cost: Planetar…
Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Critters. History/Natural History. Ecology/Habitat. Astronomy. Organized by: The Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Organizer Homepage: https://www.providenceri.gov/celebrate-earth-mnh-2024/. Contact: Renee Gamba. Contact email: mnhinfo@providenceri.gov. Intended Audience: Adults. Children. Families. General. Teens. Visitors/Tourists. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Roger Williams Park Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI.
For more info visit www.providenceri.gov. Preschool Adventures
Children's Activities
This popular series returns spring 2024! Nature will come alive for children ages 3-5. Children will participate in games, hikes, crafts, songs, hands-on activities and more as they are introduced to the wonders of nature. Space is limited to 12 children so please register early. Adults must accompany children and there are no refunds for missed classes.
4 sessions, April 20, April 27, May 4, May 11.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Nature ~ Outdoors. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Children. Cost: $40 member child, $50 two member siblings; $45 non-member child, $55 non-member two non-member siblings. Fee Notes: $40 member child, $50 two member siblings; $45 non-member child, $55 non-member two non-member siblings. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com. Info: Advance registration is required. See the Audubon calendar http://asri.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2741 for the listing.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI.
Blithewold in Bloom: A 2024 American Daffodil Society Show
Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows
Join the Bristol Garden Club and Blithewold to experience the breadth of colors, forms, and sizes now available in daffodils! Daffodil enthusiasts proudly display their flowers individually and in arrangements as they compete for awards and share their enthusiasm. The display will begin in Blithewold’s historic Carriage House Visitors Center and continue with floral arrangements placed throughout the first floor of the Mansion.
Included with regular admission.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. General. Homeowners. Professional. Visitors/Tourists. Volunteers. Cost: Included with admission. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Sunday, April 21, 2024.
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Meet and Great with Darwin the Turtle
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Join Audubon Naturalist Stella and Education Ambassador Darwin the turtle for a family friendly meet and great. Learn about Darwin's natural habitat, why he lives at Audubon, how he is cared for, and the amazing adaptations that turtles have. Stay after to create a turtle themed craft! Advanced registration required.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Children. Adults. Families. Teens. ASRI Age Range: All. Member Fee: $8/member adult/child pair, $5/each additional member. Non-Member Fee: $12/non-member adult/child pair; $7/each additional non-member. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com. Info: Advance registration is required. See the Audubon calendar http://asri.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2741 for the listing.
Sunday, April 21, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI.
Celebrate Earth during April School Vacation at the Museum of Natural His
Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows
Discover the diversity of our amazing planet, past and present! Explore what makes our planet so special with activity tables, crafts and daily planetarium shows. From the ground under your feet to the sky above, come celebrate planet Earth with the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park.
Monday, April 15 – Sunday, April 21, 2024
Special Earth Week Happenings:
10am-4pm: Earth Family Fun
Explore a variety of family-friendly, hands-on activities related to our local and global ecosystems.
Cost: Free with museum admission
2pm: Our Place in Space Planetarium Show
There’s no place like home! Begin your journey from right here on Earth as we venture from the museum for a whirlwind trip through the solar system. Take an unforgettable tour through our cosmic neighborhood as you explore the craters of Mercury, stormy Neptune and discover why Earth is so unique. The adventure does not end there as we explore nebulae and star clusters of our Milky Way Galaxy. (General Audience)
Cost: Planetar…
Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Critters. History/Natural History. Ecology/Habitat. Astronomy. Organized by: The Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Organizer Homepage: https://www.providenceri.gov/celebrate-earth-mnh-2024/. Contact: Renee Gamba. Contact email: mnhinfo@providenceri.gov. Intended Audience: Adults. Children. Families. General. Teens. Visitors/Tourists. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Sunday, April 21, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Roger Williams Park Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI.
For more info visit www.providenceri.gov. The Wonders of Water Earth Day Celebration
Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows
Throughout the month of April, the Providence Parks Department celebrates our planet with themed community events and workshops. This year's theme is The Wonders of Water! Earth April will culminate in a special Earth Day event co-hosted by the Providence Parks Department, P3 (The Partnership for Providence Parks, Recreation Centers, and Streetscapes), Audubon Society of Rhode Island, and Stormwater Innovation Center at the Roger Williams Park Boathouse Lawn area. Join for a special day of stormwater mural painting, green infrastructure tours, art, food, community clean-ups, and fun!
Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Water. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Children. Teens. ASRI Age Range: All. Member Fee: Free. Non-Member Fee: Free. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com.
Monday, April 22, 2024, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Roger Williams Park Boathouse Lawn - Enter at 1000 Elmwood Ave. Boathouse is located at Cladrastis Ave. Providence, RI.
April Spring Break: Youth Art
Children's Activities
Tuesday April 23rd 10 am - 12:30 pm Earth Day 2024: Recycled Creations Indoors and out, recycled and reused items surround us. In this entertaining and energetic art class, we will repurposed found items by discovering new ways to use old items in a creative way! Your 2&3-D art making imagination will be sparked with new ideas for recycling junk and daily use materials.
Thursday, April 25th 10 am - 12:30 pm Print Making and Nature Journals Join us as we discover the fascinating textures, shapes and colors in our natural surroundings. The Maxwell Mays Art Studio will be our base for a short scavenger hunt as we explore the refuge with our caregivers. Returning to the studio we will create a personal art journal using animal tracks and other natural materials that we have discovered.
Meeting Place: Coventry. Categories: Waste. Recreation/Exploration. Ecology/Habitat. Critters. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Children. Teens. ASRI Age Range: 6 and up. Cost: Both sessions Tuesday and Thursday $75 or single session $45. Fee Notes: Both sessions Tuesday and Thursday $75 or single session $45. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com. Info: Advance registration is required. See the Audubon calendar http://asri.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2741 for the listing. Additional Info: Grades 1-5. Student must attend with a caregiver.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Maxwell Mays Wildlife Refuge, 2082 Victory Highway, Coventry, RI.
The Narcissi (Daffodils)
Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours)
Join Director of Horticulture Dan Christina as he leads you on a walking tour through the diverse collection of narcissi (daffodils) at the peak of Daffodil Days. Participants will view unique and uncommon cultivars and species, observe planting strategies for woodlands and gardens, and learn about the different growing characteristics and habits of most of the 90+ varieties shown in the accredited American Daffodil Society Display Garden.
Each walk is limited to 20 people. Registration is required.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Recreation/Exploration. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Cost: $25 Members | $35 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Early Bird Sensory Walks with Blithewold’s Environmental Educator, Connie Ganley
Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours)
Early Bird Sensory Walks with Blithewold’s Environmental Educator, Connie Ganley
Tuesdays | April 30, May 28, and June 25
6:30 AM – 8 AM
Experience the peace of Blithewold as the birds do! You will be gently guided through our natural spaces; taking in and connecting with the early morning sights, sounds, and smells during this leisurely stroll. Unwind and recharge, science has shown that time spent in nature has healing and therapeutic health benefits.
Please bring a water bottle and wear sturdy walking shoes. This program will take place rain or shine so please dress appropriately.
Preregistration is required. Each class is limited to 20 people. This is not appropriate for children under 12.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Blithewold. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Cost: $5 Member | $10 Nonmember. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Blithewold
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Spring' on Over to Prudence Island!
Tours & Field Trips (also see Outdoors)
Come celebrate the longer and (hopefully) warmer days by exploring Prudence Island, a hidden gem in the middle of Narragansett Bay. Explore whatever areas Mother Nature deems suitable for travel, which will likely include forest, salt marsh and shoreline, both on foot and via passenger van. With an afternoon low tide, we'll stop by the south end of the island to look for any late-season basking harbor seals just offshore. Spring birds will have begun arriving, so we'll enjoy birding time, too.
Expect to cover 3-4 miles by foot throughout the day. What to Bring: lunch/drinks for the day; binoculars (we have extra binoculars); comfortable footwear.
Reservations are required due to limited van space. Depart on the 9:45 am ferry from Bristol and return on the 4:15pm ferry from Prudence. Ferry crossing time is 30 minutes. Ferry ticket is not included in the price and is approximately $12/person.
Meeting Place: Prudence Island. Categories: Ecology/Habitat. Critters. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. ASRI Age Range: Adult. Member Fee: $12/member. Non-Member Fee: $14/non-member. Fee Notes: I'd like to charge $12 for members but didn't see that as an option without tacking on a child price, which isn't relevant for this program. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com. Info: Advance registration is required. See the Audubon calendar http://asri.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2741 for the listing.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 9:45 AM – 4:45 PM.
Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Prudence Island, RI.
Rhode Island Climate Stocktake
Conference ~ Convention ~ Forum ~ Symposium
On Wednesday, April 24th, FountainHead RI will host its inaugural major in-person event of 2024, marking the commencement of the Rhode Island Climate Stocktake. The gathering will take place at the exquisite Waterfire Arts Center in Providence, Rhode Island, aiming to provide a comprehensive view of the energy transition from both global and local standpoints. Key focal points encompass entrepreneurship, infrastructure investing, insights post-COP28 from Dubai, and perspectives from Rhode Island, firmly anchored against the RI Act on Climate. This lens includes viewpoints from legislators, corporations, venture capitalists, Departments of Energy, and Environmental Management, among others.. Despite its small size, Rhode Island has made significant strides in the clean energy transition, punching well above its weight.
The event is anticipated to attract hundreds of leaders in decarbonization, with many participating from beyond the state and even the country.
For more information on the program, the speaker…
Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Climate. Resilience. Organized by: Fountainhead RI. Organizer Homepage: https://www.fountainheadri.org/. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Businesses. Government Officials. College/University. Professional. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Waterfire Arts Center, 475 Valley St, Providence, RI.
For more info visit 1businessworld.com. Nature Mandala Series
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Local artist Beth Adoette is coming to Blithewold to share her unique practice of partnering with nature in a monthly workshop series. This workshop offers people the opportunity to unplug and be in the moment while exploring beautiful objects of nature. Please note that nature mandalas are ephemeral and will not be taken home. Photographs are encouraged. High-resolution, edited photographs can be ordered separately at the workshop for an additional fee.
Class size is limited to 10.
Monthly Workshop Topics:
January 31: Re-Centering
February 28: Expanding Peace Mandalas
March 20: Gratitude and the Sun
April 24: Day’s Eye
May 29: Meditation Mandalas
** Detailed information about each topic is available on our website.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Ecology/Habitat. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. College/University. Families. General. Government Officials. Homeowners. Landowners. Professional. Teachers. Volunteers. Cost: $40 Members | $45 Non-Members. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Earth Day Wines with Lynda Gaines
Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows
In honor of Earth Day, we will discuss different ways you can select wines that have less of an environmental impact. This includes not only wine-growing aspects like pesticide use and regenerative farming, but also topics like alternative packaging and corks versus caps. As each topic is discussed, we will taste a wine made or packaged using that approach.
Registration is required. Class size is limited to 12.
Check out Blithewold's website to see the other parts of this series!
* Summer Red Wine Tasting on the Porch
* Picnic-Friendly Wines on the Porch.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. General. Visitors/Tourists. Cost: $45 Members | $50 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Osprey Nest Monitor Training
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Are you interested in helping Audubon research the ecology of the Osprey in Rhode Island? Then come and be part of research that has been ongoing since 1977! Each summer, Audubon volunteers collect data on the nest locations and breeding habits of every Osprey nest in Rhode Island to monitor the status of this population of amazing birds. During this training workshop, volunteers will learn how to monitor an Osprey nest, submit their data, and the natural history of the Osprey. This training will be held virtually over Zoom. Registrants will receive a Zoom meeting invitation 24 hours prior to the workshop.
Meeting Place: -NOT RI. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Teens. Volunteers. ASRI Age Range: 16 and up. Member Fee: Free. Non-Member Fee: Free. Volunteer Opportunity: Yes. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com. Info: Advance registration may be required. See the Audubon calendar http://asri.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2741 for the listing.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
April Spring Break: Youth Art
Children's Activities
Tuesday April 23rd 10 am - 12:30 pm Earth Day 2024: Recycled Creations Indoors and out, recycled and reused items surround us. In this entertaining and energetic art class, we will repurposed found items by discovering new ways to use old items in a creative way! Your 2&3-D art making imagination will be sparked with new ideas for recycling junk and daily use materials.
Thursday, April 25th 10 am - 12:30 pm Print Making and Nature Journals Join us as we discover the fascinating textures, shapes and colors in our natural surroundings. The Maxwell Mays Art Studio will be our base for a short scavenger hunt as we explore the refuge with our caregivers. Returning to the studio we will create a personal art journal using animal tracks and other natural materials that we have discovered.
Meeting Place: Coventry. Categories: Waste. Recreation/Exploration. Ecology/Habitat. Critters. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Children. Teens. ASRI Age Range: 6 and up. Cost: Both sessions Tuesday and Thursday $75 or single session $45. Fee Notes: Both sessions Tuesday and Thursday $75 or single session $45. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com. Info: Advance registration is required. See the Audubon calendar http://asri.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2741 for the listing. Additional Info: Grades 1-5. Student must attend with a caregiver.
Thursday, April 25, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Maxwell Mays Wildlife Refuge, 2082 Victory Highway, Coventry, RI.
Providence Green Drinks
Networking ~ Planning ~ Leadership Development
Join Providence Green Drinks and the Rhode Island Food Policy Council for an evening of networking and sustainability discussions!
Connect with professionals, activists, and enthusiasts who are dedicated to making a positive impact on our food systems and our planet. Engage in lively conversations, exchange ideas, and expand your sustainability network!
Whether you're passionate about renewable energy, agriculture, water, climate justice, or simply want to learn more about how you can contribute to a greener future, this event is for you.
Outside food is allowed at Myrtle - Please feel free to bring a potluck dish to share if you'd like!
Thursday, April 25th • 6:00 - 8:00pm
Register Here.
Meeting Place: East Providence. Categories: Food. Farming. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Businesses. Government Officials. College/University. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Thursday, April 25, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Myrtle, 134 Waterman Ave, East Providence, RI.
Friday Morning Bird Walks
Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours)
Experience spring migration at Fisherville Brook! Explore the wildlife refuge each week with an expert guide in search of new neo-tropical migrants. Observe birds like Northern Waterthrush, Praire Warblers, Bluebirds, Scarlet Tanagers and more. You never know what birds may be spotted. Don't forget your binoculars! Meet in the parking lot.
Meeting Place: Exeter. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Teens. ASRI Age Range: 12 and up. Member Fee: Free. Non-Member Fee: Free. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI.
Searching for Spring Pollinators
Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours)
In Spring, many forest flowers are opening up and their native bees, flies and beetle pollinators are often overlooked. Join Scott Ruhren, Director of Conservation on a Spring hike and wildflower search in one of Audubon's largest refuges. Dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy shoes for trail hiking.
Meeting Place: Coventry. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Children. Teens. Families. ASRI Age Range: 10 and up. Member Fee: $10/member adult, $5/member child. Non-Member Fee: $14/non-member adult, $7/non-member child. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com. Info: Advance registration is required. See the Audubon calendar http://asri.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2741 for the listing.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Parker Woodland Wildlife Refuge, Maple Valley Road, Coventry, RI.
Sunset Supper Series
Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows
A unique opportunity to take in the beauty and serenity of Blithewold after hours. Sip a signature cocktail on a stroll among more than 100,000 daffodil blooms in the tranquil twilight. Then sit down to savor an intimate dinner and live music by Rod Luther in the elegant Dining Room as the sun sets. A perfect way to start the weekend!
Registration is required. Dinner is limited to 25 people; prix-fixe menu.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. Organizer Homepage: www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. General. Visitors/Tourists. Cost: $5 Members | $1008 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Providence Ballet Theatre's What Is, Was and Will Be
Art & Photography ~ Exhibits, Workshops, Concerts
Providence Ballet Theatre (PBT) is proud to present, What Is, Was and Will Be on April 26 & 27, 2024 in partnership with Roger Williams Park Botanical Center. This newly inspired production is re-imagined from a PBT original production Magic Box that was first presented in 2014. Ten years later, What Is, Was and Will Be has a fresh new narrative and sound. Inspiration driven by the poem Remember by Joy Harjo, first Native American United States poet laureate, this production explores the journey of all we do, witness and reflect on in our personal growth throughout our lifetime. With all new music composed by our resident composer, Tony Lustig, this is a show not to miss.
The evening also includes original works by local artists Colleen Cavanaugh, who presents a whimsical look at personal insecurities, and Michael Bolger sharing a study of boundaries presented by our junior company.
For more information about the performance, PBT@ProvidenceBallet.com.
Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Organized by: Providence Ballet Theatre. Organizer Homepage: https://www.providenceballet.com/what-is-was-and-will-be.html. Contact email: PBT@providenceballet.com. Intended Audience: Adults. Children. College/University. Families. General. Professional. Visitors/Tourists. Cost: Adult - $50.00 & Child/Student - $40.00. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Roger Williams Park Botanical Center: Floral Ave, Providence, RI 02905.
For more info visit www.providenceballet.com. Narrow River clean-up
Cleanups ~ Surveys ~ Workdays
Narrow River Preservation Association will be partnering with ORCA to clean up along the Narrow River (Pettaquamscutt Estuary) Watershed. We'll meet at the Sprague Bridge parking lot, then fan out to pick up litter along the roads, parks and parking lots of the Narrow River watershed.
Meeting Place: Narragansett. Categories: Water. Waste. Organized by: Narrow River Preservation Association. Organizer Homepage: https://narrrowriver.org. Contact: Marianne Chronley. Contact email: events@narrowriver.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Volunteers. Cost: free. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: Yes. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
South-east parking lot of Sprague Bridge, Narragansett.
For more info visit narrowriver.org. Providence Ballet Theatre's What Is, Was and Will Be
Art & Photography ~ Exhibits, Workshops, Concerts
Providence Ballet Theatre (PBT) is proud to present, What Is, Was and Will Be on April 26 & 27, 2024 in partnership with Roger Williams Park Botanical Center. This newly inspired production is re-imagined from a PBT original production Magic Box that was first presented in 2014. Ten years later, What Is, Was and Will Be has a fresh new narrative and sound. Inspiration driven by the poem Remember by Joy Harjo, first Native American United States poet laureate, this production explores the journey of all we do, witness and reflect on in our personal growth throughout our lifetime. With all new music composed by our resident composer, Tony Lustig, this is a show not to miss.
The evening also includes original works by local artists Colleen Cavanaugh, who presents a whimsical look at personal insecurities, and Michael Bolger sharing a study of boundaries presented by our junior company.
For more information about the performance, PBT@ProvidenceBallet.com.
Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Organized by: Providence Ballet Theatre. Organizer Homepage: https://www.providenceballet.com/what-is-was-and-will-be.html. Contact email: PBT@providenceballet.com. Intended Audience: Adults. Children. College/University. Families. General. Professional. Visitors/Tourists. Cost: Adult - $50.00 & Child/Student - $40.00. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Roger Williams Park Botanical Center: Floral Ave, Providence, RI 02905.
For more info visit www.providenceballet.com. 5th Annual Recycle Regatta Submission Deadline
Deadlines ~ Applications & Registrations
2024 marks the 5th Annual Recycle Regatta, a partnership program between New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS), Educational Passages, and the North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA). We are excited to remind you that submissions are open and being accepted through APRIL 30th!
In 2023 we received over 250 entries and are looking to surpass that number! In light of this, and with Earth Day in mind, we planned an extended submission period! We hope this will help teachers, organizations, and families to plan and incorporate their boat building into Earth Day-centered lessons and curriculum.
To prepare your learners for the Recycle Regatta make sure to:
- Visit our website to access free educational resources and helpful information for running your own Recycle Regatta, including our Teacher Toolkit.
- Gather recyclable materials for boat building
- Join our Facebook Group to connect with other educators running regattas
- Follow NESS, EP, and NAMEPA social media channels
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Meeting Place: -N/A. Categories: Waste. Water. Recreation/Exploration. Intended Audience: General. Teens. Children. Teachers. Families. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Tuesday, April 30, 2024.
Homeschool Days at Blithewold
Children's Activities
Join us on the last Tuesday of each month from September through May for fun (and educational) hands-on learning at Blithewold! This year we will offer programs in Science, History, and Art. Each month, we will begin by collecting data for Cornell University’s Lab of Orthinology (Birds) to help scientists track changes in bird populations across the globe. Indoor and outdoor learning experiences in Science, History, and the Arts complete our curriculum, which aligns with RI, MA, and CT state standards. Between sessions, there is plenty of time to enjoy a nice picnic or run out some energy on the Great Lawn.
Students are to check in at the Visitor Center and 1 adult chaperone is required to remain on the property until pick up. Please pack a lunch, it will be enjoyed from 11:30 to 12:00. Adult chaperones and younger siblings are welcome to picnic on the Grounds with the students.
The programs are designed for Ages 8 – 13
Class size is limited to 15.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Education. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org/. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Children. Families. General. School Groups. Teachers. Cost: $3 Members Child/Adult | $2 Additional Member Child $18 Nonmember Child/Adult | $6 Additional Nonmember child. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Spring Floral Arranging with Terry Converse
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Have you wanted to arrange flowers but not known where to begin? This class is for you! Using a simple vase and locally sourced flowers, participants will learn how to create a beautiful flower arrangement. The talented Terry Converse will guide the class in putting together an arrangement that is sure to impress.
Registration is required. This class is limited to 12 people.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Cost: $75 Members | $85 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Thursday, May 2, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. All About Deer
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Are deer snacking on your flowers? Is there a fawn on your lawn? White-tailed deer are one of RI’s most common mammals and have adapted to living alongside humans. While it’s always nice to see these graceful animals in our neighborhoods, their habits can sometimes prove challenging to live with. Join RIDEM’s Division of Fish and Wildlife for an informative program on deer natural history, best practices for coexisting with them, gardening tips for reducing deer damage, and deer conservation and research in RI. Registration is required so staff can prepare enough printed materials.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: RIDEM Division of Fish and Wildlife. Organizer Homepage: https://www.dem.ri.gov/fishwildlife. Contact: Mary Gannon. Contact email: mary.gannon@dem.ri.gov. Intended Audience: Adults. Farmers. General. Homeowners. Landowners. Cost: Free. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Thursday, May 2, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Rogers Free Library, 525 Hope St, Bristol, RI.
For more info visit forms.office.com. Friday Morning Bird Walks in May
Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours)
Experience spring migration at Fisherville Brook! Explore the wildlife refuge each week with an expert guide in search of new neo-tropical migrants. Observe birds like Northern Waterthrush, Praire Warblers, Bluebirds, Scarlet Tanagers and more. You never know what birds may be spotted. Don't forget your binoculars! Meet in the parking lot.
Meeting Place: Exeter. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Teens. ASRI Age Range: 12 and up. Member Fee: Free. Non-Member Fee: Free. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com.
Friday, May 3, 2024, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI.
Watercolor from Nature 101
Art & Photography ~ Exhibits, Workshops, Concerts
Adult Classes / Friday, May 3rd & June 7th 10am - 1:00pm
“First Fridays: Watercolor from Nature 101” In this beginner watercolor painting class we will discuss the use of brushes, paper, paint and palettes to begin our session. The class is guided by demonstrations throughout, beginning with the 4 basic techniques using pigment and water. Our newly learned skills will be used to create a simple landscape. When our landscapes are dry a sample of birds can be chosen and added to complete the masterpiece! The finished painting will be matted and taken home for display. In the second session color theory and drawing basics will be introduced with another completed painting. No experience necessary all materials provided.
Meeting Place: Coventry. Categories: Ecology/Habitat. Other. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Teens. ASRI Age Range: Teen to Adult. Member Fee: $100 for two sessions. Non-Member Fee: $125 for two sessions. Fee Notes: $50 per session = $100. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com. Info: Advance registration is required. See the Audubon calendar http://asri.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2741 for the listing.
Friday, May 3, 2024, 10:00 AM – Friday, June 7, 2024, 1:00 PM.
Maxwell Mays Wildlife Refuge, 2082 Victory Highway, Coventry, RI.
Early Morning Bird Walk, Spring Ephemerals and Breakfast at Maxwell Mays Wildlife Refuge
Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours)
Start the morning off with an early bird walk through the beautiful Maxwell Mays Wildlife Refuge. Hear early spring warblers, Baltimore Orioles, warblers and more as we explore the upland forest. We will explor ethe forest for early spring flower called ephemerals. Following the walk enjoy a scrumptious fireside breakfast at the lakeside cabin, then head back out onto the trail to do a little more birding. Please bring your binoculars and dress for the weather.
Meeting Place: Coventry. Categories: Ecology/Habitat. Critters. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Teens. ASRI Age Range: 14 and up. Member Fee: $35/member. Non-Member Fee: $40/non-member. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com. Info: Advance registration is required. See the Audubon calendar http://asri.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2741 for the listing.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Maxwell Mays Wildlife Refuge, 2082 Victory Highway, Coventry, RI.
Wings by Sight: Birding for the Hard of Hearing Community (HH)
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Discover the world of birds through visual cues! Join Naturalist and Educator, Marina Flannery, for a morning of sight birding on Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge. This program is designed for the Hard of Hearing community and focuses on birding techniques to help you identify feathered friends by sight. Embrace the beauty of birdwatching with Naturalist and Educator, Marina Flannery, through a tailored program to enhance your birding skills, making the wonders of avian diversity accessible. *Please note this is not an ASL program. This program is limited to 10 participants for the best experience.
Meeting Place: Smithfield. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Recreation/Exploration. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. General. Families. Teens. Children. ASRI Age Range: 8 and up. Member Fee: Free. Non-Member Fee: Free. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com. Info: Advance registration may be required. See the Audubon calendar http://asri.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2741 for the listing.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI.
Free Family Fun Day: Spring in the Wetland
Children's Activities
No registration is required.
10:00-3:00: Craft Table
10:00 am: Nature Story
11:00 am: Animal Interview
1:00 pm: Special Program: Wetland exploration - Join Audubon naturalist Anna on a walk down to our freshwater wetland. Search for macroinvertebrate, listen for frogs, and discuss this unique and ever changing ecosystem. Please dress for the weather.
2:30 pm: Animal Interview.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Ecology/Habitat. Critters. Conservation/Restoration. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Children. Families. General. ASRI Age Range: All. Member Fee: Free. Non-Member Fee: Free. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI.
Sensory Forest Bathing Walk
Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours)
Shinrin-Yoku originated in Japan, and literally means "to bathe in the atmosphere of the forest". This practice has been adopted in the West as the term "Forest Bathing". This walk will be different than most walks- a gentle walk, of about a ½ a mile, with guided activities to connect with nature using our different senses. Opportunities for silence/meditation will be woven in with quiet, inquiry based investigation, to engage both the right and left hemispheres of our brains. We will practice being present, to help reduce inner mind chatter and the stress of a busy, modern world. This gentle walk is for all abilities and levels, but please dress with appropriate clothing and footwear for the weather and being on a trail in the woods.
Meeting Place: North Smithfield. Categories: Forests and Trees. Other. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. ASRI Age Range: Adult. Member Fee: $10/member. Non-Member Fee: $14/non-member. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com. Info: Advance registration is required. See the Audubon calendar http://asri.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2741 for the listing.
Sunday, May 5, 2024, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Fort Nature Refuge, (Rt. 5), 1443 Providence Pike, North Smithfield, RI.
Fairy House in the Garden
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Join Audubon Naturalist Stella in creating all natural fairy structures in our pollinator garden. The fairy houses will be made from materials found on the wildlife refuge and will be designed to break down over time and not impact the health of the garden. Please DO NOT bring your own fairy house supplies. Advanced registration is required.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Children. Teens. ASRI Age Range: All. Member Fee: $8/member adult/child pair, $5/each additional member. Non-Member Fee: $12/non-member adult/child pair; $7/each additional non-member. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com. Info: Advance registration is required. See the Audubon calendar http://asri.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2741 for the listing.
Sunday, May 5, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI.
Environment Council of RI Monthly Meeting
Meetings/Dinners/Awards ~ Annual/Month/Weekly
ECRI meets monthly, except in July and August, usually on the first Monday, at 5:00pm via Zoom.
https://nwf-org.zoom.us/j/98027749807?pwd=OG93c0YwK1h4SzNhejErN2JhMjZiUT09.
Meeting Place: Online. Categories: Comprehensive. Climate. Water. Ecology/Habitat. Social Justice. Conservation/Restoration. Planning & Development. Waste. Governance. Organized by: Environment Council of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://www.environmentcouncilri.org. Contact: Peter Trafton. Contact email: pgtrafton@gmail.com. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Monday, May 6, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Spring Watercolor Series with Artist Mary Ellen Dwyer
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Discover the joy of watercolor painting in this beginner/intermediate six-class series. Through demonstrations, learn the basics of watercolor tools, color, composition, and paint applications as you learn new techniques and work on developing your inner talent. Individualized instruction will guide each student in creating beautiful watercolor paintings. Mary Ellen is a Signature artist of the RI Watercolor Society and has been teaching for many years.
These classes are for adults.
Maximum of 10 students.
Materials not included.
Registration is required.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. Organizer Homepage: www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Cost: $192 Members | $215 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Blithewold
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. CANCELLED - Wildlife Solutions: Bumbling Babies
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Why is there a fawn on my lawn? What should I do if I find a baby bird? Where do bats have their babies? Got baby brain? Find the answers to all of these questions and more with the RIDEM Division of Fish and Wildlife Outreach Team! Learn about where and when baby wildlife is born in Rhode Island, and why and how biologists are studying them! This will be a HYBRID program in partnership with the Jesse M. Smith Memorial Library. Join us in-person at the library or tune in from the comfort of your own home! This program is FREE, but registration is required so that we can prepare materials and send Zoom links for those attending online.
Meeting Place: Burrillville. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: RIDEM Division of Fish and Wildlife. Organizer Homepage: https://www.dem.ri.gov/fishwildlife. Contact: Mary Gannon. Contact email: mary.gannon@dem.ri.gov. Intended Audience: Adults. Cost: Free. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit forms.office.com. Summer Red Wine Tasting on the Porch with Lynda Gaines
Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows
As the weather turns warmer, lighter red wines are perfect for late afternoons at the beach or evenings in the backyard. Join us as we taste rose and red wines from regions of the world that produce lighter reds. We’ll also discuss some of the winemaking methods that impact the body of the wine. Find your favorite summer-friendly red wines to enjoy long after the class ends.
Registration is required. Class size is limited to 12.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Organized by: Bllthewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Cost: $45 Members | $50 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Blihtewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. May Free Tree Walk: Island Cemetery
Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours)
Come along for a pleasant May stroll through Newport’s beautiful Island Cemetery.
NTC Living Collections Manager Joe Verstandig will share some of his recent plant discoveries in the cemetery, highlighting some interesting plant features. Lilacs will be a point of discussion, from their history in American cultivation, to how to grow and prune them for best flowering effect. Other flowering trees and shrubs, such as Kwanzan cherries and dogwoods should be peaking as well.
Parking: Street parking along Warner St and surrounding area
Meeting Location: 30 Warner St, cemetery entrance
Registration is required and will open on April 19, 2024.
This program involves walking/standing for the duration of the event.
Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
Meeting Place: Newport. Categories: Forests and Trees. Organized by: The Newport Tree Conservancy. Organizer Homepage: www.newporttreeconservancy.org. Contact: Adriana Buller. Contact email: registration@newporttreeconservancy.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Children. Families. General. Visitors/Tourists. Cost: Free. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Thursday, May 9, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Island Cemetery
30 Warner Street
Newport, RI 02840
(cemetery entrance).
For more info visit www.newporttreeconservancy.org. Friday Morning Bird Walks in May
Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours)
Experience spring migration at Fisherville Brook! Explore the wildlife refuge each week with an expert guide in search of new neo-tropical migrants. Observe birds like Northern Waterthrush, Praire Warblers, Bluebirds, Scarlet Tanagers and more. You never know what birds may be spotted. Don't forget your binoculars! Meet in the parking lot.
Meeting Place: Exeter. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Teens. ASRI Age Range: 12 and up. Member Fee: Free. Non-Member Fee: Free. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com.
Friday, May 10, 2024, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI.
Wings by Sight: Birding by for the Hard of Hearing Community (HH)
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Discover the world of birds through visual cues! Join Naturalist and Educator, Marina Flannery, for a morning of sight birding on Caratunk Wildlife Refuge. This program is designed for the Hard of Hearing community and focuses on birding techniques to help you identify feathered friends by sight. Embrace the beauty of birdwatching with Naturalist and Educator, Marina Flannery, through a tailored program to enhance your birding skills, making the wonders of avian diversity accessible.
Meeting Place: Seekonk, MA. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Teens. ASRI Age Range: 16 and up. Member Fee: Free. Non-Member Fee: Free. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com. Info: Advance registration is required. See the Audubon calendar http://asri.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2741 for the listing. Additional Info: *Please note this is not an ASL program. This program is limited to 10 participants for the best experience.
Saturday, May 11, 2024, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, 301 Brown Avenue, Seekonk, MA.
RI Wild Plant Society Spring Native Plant Sale
Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges
Add beauty to your garden and provide early season nourishment for our pollinators as you foster our local ecosystem.
On May 11 from 9 am – 2 pm find Rhode Island Wild Plant Society’s SPRING NATIVE PLANT SALE, featuring spring ephemerals and early blooming wildflowers, shrubs, ferns and grasses at Casey Farm, 2325 Boston Neck Road, Saunderstown, RI. Rain or Shine!
We specialize in species native to Rhode Island and to the larger ecoregion to which RI belongs. These plants have long adapted to, and thrive in our growing conditions. They support the local birds and insects that depend on them.
Our experts will help you select the plants most suitable for the specific growing conditions of your garden. (List of species available on our website closer to the sale). Informative reference books available for purchase.
Also take advantage of Casey Farm’s annual Spring Seedling Sale, offering certified organic vegetable, fruit, edible flower, and herb seedlings. Their weekly farm market showcases a variety o…
Meeting Place: North Kingstown. Categories: Plants. Gardens. Organized by: Rhode Island Wild Plant Society. Organizer Homepage: https://riwps.org/native-plant-sales/. Contact: office. Contact email: office@riwps.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Homeowners. Cost: open to the public. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Saturday, May 11, 2024, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Casey Farm, 2325 Boston Neck Road, Saunderstown, RI.
For more info visit riwps.org. Spring Watercolor Series with Artist Mary Ellen Dwyer
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Discover the joy of watercolor painting in this beginner/intermediate six-class series. Through demonstrations, learn the basics of watercolor tools, color, composition, and paint applications as you learn new techniques and work on developing your inner talent. Individualized instruction will guide each student in creating beautiful watercolor paintings. Mary Ellen is a Signature artist of the RI Watercolor Society and has been teaching for many years.
These classes are for adults.
Maximum of 10 students.
Materials not included.
Registration is required.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. Organizer Homepage: www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Cost: $192 Members | $215 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Blithewold
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Friday Morning Bird Walks in May
Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours)
Experience spring migration at Fisherville Brook! Explore the wildlife refuge each week with an expert guide in search of new neo-tropical migrants. Observe birds like Northern Waterthrush, Praire Warblers, Bluebirds, Scarlet Tanagers and more. You never know what birds may be spotted. Don't forget your binoculars! Meet in the parking lot.
Meeting Place: Exeter. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Teens. ASRI Age Range: 12 and up. Member Fee: Free. Non-Member Fee: Free. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com.
Friday, May 17, 2024, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI.
Birds, Bees & Botany
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Enjoy the glory of birdsong, buzzing bees, and fresh green leaves at the Tyler Free Library in Foster! Join RIDEM Division of Fish and Wildlife staff to learn about Rhode Island's migratory birds and the efforts of the RI Breeding Bird Atlas 2.0. While we look and listen for birds, we'll also keep an eye out for bumblebees and other pollinators, and you'll get the scoop on how to get involved in our latest community science project helping our state's bees. We'll be pointing out important plants for birds and bees along the way, so you can learn how to create habitat right in your own backyard! This program is FREE, but registration is required and space is limited.
Meeting Place: Foster. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Plants. Organized by: RIDEM Division of Fish and Wildlife. Organizer Homepage: https://www.dem.ri.gov/fishwildlife. Contact: Mary Gannon. Contact email: mary.gannon@dem.ri.gov. Intended Audience: Adults. Children. Families. General. Cost: Free. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Tyler Free Library, 81 Moosup Valley Rd #A, Foster RI.
For more info visit forms.office.com. Spring Watercolor Series with Artist Mary Ellen Dwyer
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Discover the joy of watercolor painting in this beginner/intermediate six-class series. Through demonstrations, learn the basics of watercolor tools, color, composition, and paint applications as you learn new techniques and work on developing your inner talent. Individualized instruction will guide each student in creating beautiful watercolor paintings. Mary Ellen is a Signature artist of the RI Watercolor Society and has been teaching for many years.
These classes are for adults.
Maximum of 10 students.
Materials not included.
Registration is required.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. Organizer Homepage: www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Cost: $192 Members | $215 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Wednesday, May 22, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Blithewold
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. 2024 Rhode Island Flood Mitigation Association Conference
Conference ~ Convention ~ Forum ~ Symposium
Join floodplain and stormwater managers, municipalities, nonprofits and other industry professionals at our 2024 Conference.
Meeting Place: South Kingstown. Categories: Water. Weather. Public Works/Infrastructure. Planning & Development. Organized by: The Rhode Island Flood Mitigation Association. Organizer Homepage: https://www.riflood.org/. Contact: Casey Merkle. Contact email: rhodeislandfma@gmail.com. Intended Audience: Adults. Businesses. College/University. General. Government Officials. Professional. Cost: $40-150. Volunteer Opportunity: Yes. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Thursday, May 23, 2024, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
University of Rhode Island Center for Biotechnology and Life Sciences.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Friday Morning Bird Walks in May
Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours)
Experience spring migration at Fisherville Brook! Explore the wildlife refuge each week with an expert guide in search of new neo-tropical migrants. Observe birds like Northern Waterthrush, Praire Warblers, Bluebirds, Scarlet Tanagers and more. You never know what birds may be spotted. Don't forget your binoculars! Meet in the parking lot.
Meeting Place: Exeter. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Teens. ASRI Age Range: 12 and up. Member Fee: Free. Non-Member Fee: Free. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com.
Friday, May 24, 2024, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI.
Homeschool Days at Blithewold
Children's Activities
Join us on the last Tuesday of each month from September through May for fun (and educational) hands-on learning at Blithewold! This year we will offer programs in Science, History, and Art. Each month, we will begin by collecting data for Cornell University’s Lab of Orthinology (Birds) to help scientists track changes in bird populations across the globe. Indoor and outdoor learning experiences in Science, History, and the Arts complete our curriculum, which aligns with RI, MA, and CT state standards. Between sessions, there is plenty of time to enjoy a nice picnic or run out some energy on the Great Lawn.
Students are to check in at the Visitor Center and 1 adult chaperone is required to remain on the property until pick up. Please pack a lunch, it will be enjoyed from 11:30 to 12:00. Adult chaperones and younger siblings are welcome to picnic on the Grounds with the students.
The programs are designed for Ages 8 – 13
Class size is limited to 15.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Education. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org/. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Children. Families. General. School Groups. Teachers. Cost: $3 Members Child/Adult | $2 Additional Member Child $18 Nonmember Child/Adult | $6 Additional Nonmember child. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Tuesday, May 28, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Spring Watercolor Series with Artist Mary Ellen Dwyer
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Discover the joy of watercolor painting in this beginner/intermediate six-class series. Through demonstrations, learn the basics of watercolor tools, color, composition, and paint applications as you learn new techniques and work on developing your inner talent. Individualized instruction will guide each student in creating beautiful watercolor paintings. Mary Ellen is a Signature artist of the RI Watercolor Society and has been teaching for many years.
These classes are for adults.
Maximum of 10 students.
Materials not included.
Registration is required.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. Organizer Homepage: www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Cost: $192 Members | $215 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Blithewold
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Nature Mandala Series
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Local artist Beth Adoette is coming to Blithewold to share her unique practice of partnering with nature in a monthly workshop series. This workshop offers people the opportunity to unplug and be in the moment while exploring beautiful objects of nature. Please note that nature mandalas are ephemeral and will not be taken home. Photographs are encouraged. High-resolution, edited photographs can be ordered separately at the workshop for an additional fee.
Class size is limited to 10.
Monthly Workshop Topics:
January 31: Re-Centering
February 28: Expanding Peace Mandalas
March 20: Gratitude and the Sun
April 24: Day’s Eye
May 29: Meditation Mandalas
** Detailed information about each topic is available on our website.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Ecology/Habitat. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. College/University. Families. General. Government Officials. Homeowners. Landowners. Professional. Teachers. Volunteers. Cost: $40 Members | $45 Non-Members. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Friday Morning Bird Walks in May
Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours)
Experience spring migration at Fisherville Brook! Explore the wildlife refuge each week with an expert guide in search of new neo-tropical migrants. Observe birds like Northern Waterthrush, Praire Warblers, Bluebirds, Scarlet Tanagers and more. You never know what birds may be spotted. Don't forget your binoculars! Meet in the parking lot.
Meeting Place: Exeter. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Teens. ASRI Age Range: 12 and up. Member Fee: Free. Non-Member Fee: Free. Calendar By: https://provgardener.com.
Friday, May 31, 2024, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI.
Environment Council of RI Monthly Meeting
Meetings/Dinners/Awards ~ Annual/Month/Weekly
ECRI meets monthly, except in July and August, usually on the first Monday, at 5:00pm via Zoom.
https://nwf-org.zoom.us/j/98027749807?pwd=OG93c0YwK1h4SzNhejErN2JhMjZiUT09.
Meeting Place: Online. Categories: Comprehensive. Climate. Water. Ecology/Habitat. Social Justice. Conservation/Restoration. Planning & Development. Waste. Governance. Organized by: Environment Council of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://www.environmentcouncilri.org. Contact: Peter Trafton. Contact email: pgtrafton@gmail.com. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Monday, June 3, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Spring Watercolor Series with Artist Mary Ellen Dwyer
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Discover the joy of watercolor painting in this beginner/intermediate six-class series. Through demonstrations, learn the basics of watercolor tools, color, composition, and paint applications as you learn new techniques and work on developing your inner talent. Individualized instruction will guide each student in creating beautiful watercolor paintings. Mary Ellen is a Signature artist of the RI Watercolor Society and has been teaching for many years.
These classes are for adults.
Maximum of 10 students.
Materials not included.
Registration is required.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. Organizer Homepage: www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Cost: $192 Members | $215 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Blithewold
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Spring Watercolor Series with Artist Mary Ellen Dwyer
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Discover the joy of watercolor painting in this beginner/intermediate six-class series. Through demonstrations, learn the basics of watercolor tools, color, composition, and paint applications as you learn new techniques and work on developing your inner talent. Individualized instruction will guide each student in creating beautiful watercolor paintings. Mary Ellen is a Signature artist of the RI Watercolor Society and has been teaching for many years.
These classes are for adults.
Maximum of 10 students.
Materials not included.
Registration is required.
Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. Organizer Homepage: www.blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Cost: $192 Members | $215 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Wednesday, June 12, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Blithewold
101 Ferry Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809.
For more info visit www.blithewold.org. Buzzards Bay Swim
Fundraisers ~ Donations
Register TODAY! Visit savebuzzardsbay.org/swim to sign up.
The Buzzards Bay Swim is a one-of-a-kind, scenic, point-to-point open water swim across outer New Bedford Harbor benefiting the Buzzards Bay Coalition.
Assisted by a robust safety patrol, swimmers navigate 1.2 miles through the harbor and channel, passing the iconic Butler Flats Lighthouse and New Bedford Hurricane Barrier. Swimmers are welcomed to the finish in Fairhaven with a beach party featuring live music, cooked to order pancakes, hot coffee and local beer!
Your $25 registration fee and $300 fundraising minimum also includes shuttle service, swim cap, event tee, and a locally custom-made finisher’s medal. Special rates available for youth and lifeguard participants.
Meeting Place: -N/A. Categories: Water. Conservation/Restoration. Organized by: Buzzards Bay Coalition. Organizer Homepage: wwww.savebuzzardsbay.org. Contact: Kate Reilly. Contact email: events@savebuzzardsbay.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Teens. Cost: $25 registration fee and $300 fundraising minimum. Volunteer Opportunity: Yes. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Saturday, June 22, 2024, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar, 1482 East Rodney French Boulevard, New Bedford, MA 02744.
Gardens By The Sea Tour 2024
Tours & Field Trips (also see Outdoors)
GARDENS BY THE SEA TOUR
Garden Tour to benefit Cross’ Mills Library in Charlestown on Saturday June 22,2024. Rain or
shine. Beautiful gardens, sustainable practices, native plants and rare trees. Tickets $25 ($30
day of) www.crossmills.org or by visiting the library 4417 Old Post Rd, Charlestown.
Meeting Place: Charlestown. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Recreation/Exploration. Organized by: Cross Mills Public Library. Organizer Homepage: https://www.crossmills.org. Contact: Sarah Ornstein. Contact email: sarah@crossmills.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: Yes. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Saturday, June 22, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Charlestown, RI.
Beechwood Lecture: What’s New in the Residential Nursery World
Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop
Tentative 2024 Schedule Announced
There is another great group of speakers lined up for next year who will certainly be dynamic and educational. Thank you to all who attended this past year and hope that you will join us again in 2024!
2/21/24 Soil Testing and Drought Tolerant Turf Options TBD
4/17/24 Gardening with Native Ferns – Karen Asher, RI Wild Plant Society
6/26/24 What’s New in the Residential Nursery World – Barbara Donnelly, Red Horse Farm/Rose Shack
8/28/24 Medicinal Plants TBD
10/16/24 Q&A Gardening Information Panel - RI Wild Plant Society
Registration required; enrollment limited; free and open to the public.
To reserve a space contact the Volunteer/Program Coordinator at The Beechwood Center for Life Enrichment at 401-268-1594 or mdubois@northkingstownri.gov.
[Time TBD].
Meeting Place: North Kingstown. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Organized by: RI Wild Plant Society. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com.
Wednesday, June 26, 2024.
Beechwood Center, 44 Beach Street, North Kingstown, RI.
For more info visit riwps.org.