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Holiday Terrariums with Blithewold’s Horticulturists

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop Join Blithewold’s horticulturists to learn the step-by-step process to create a terrarium to enjoy throughout the winter months. A combination of living plants plus natural and holiday decorations will be an inspiration to create your own miniature winter scene. Terrariums make an easy-to-care-for gift for the holidays and winter months. All materials are included. Class size is limited to 12 people. Preregistration is required. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Recreation/Exploration. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org/event/holiday-terrariums/. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Cost: $75 Members | $85 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Tuesday, December 5, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Holiday Wine Series with Lynda Gaines

Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows Join us in Blithewold’s elegantly decorated, glassed-in Breakfast Porch as Lynda Gaines delights us in the continued appreciation of wines, just in time for holiday celebrations! Class size is limited to 12. Reservations are required. November 15: Pairing Wines with Your Holiday Desserts Come learn how different wines pair with various desserts, from fruit pies to chocolate cake to vanilla custard. This hands-on class will allow you to taste several examples of how dessert and wine pairings impact the flavors of not only what you are eating, but also the wines themselves. December 6: Sparkling Wines for the Holidays Sparkling wines can be incorporated into your meal plans in many ways, including stand-alone aperitifs, main course pairings, and dessert wines. Join us and taste six different sparkling wines while learning about all the ways sparkling wine can enhance your holiday celebrations. Sparkling wine isn’t just for ringing in the New Year! December 13: Winter White Wines As the weather turns colder,… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Food. Organized by: Blithewold 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 Non-Members. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Wednesday, December 6, 2023, 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.

Nature Drawing at Blithewold with Artist/Instructor Joanne Murrman

Art & Photography ~ Exhibits, Workshops, Concerts The Nature Drawing Class is an opportunity to look at Blithewold’s gardens for inspiration. Working from pictures and found natural objects, the class will focus on how to render color, texture, and design in flora and landscape. Each week a different topic and a variety of drawing techniques will be covered. The main medium will be colored pencils. Students may bring their own art pencils but drawing pencils and paper will be provided. Additional materials will be offered for certain topic techniques. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students are encouraged to attend. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Other. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org/. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Cost: Individual Class: Member: $35 | Non-Member: $45 Series Discount: Member: $450 | Non-Member: $575. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, December 7, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Owl Prowl at Caratunk

Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours) Take an evening hike through Caratunk in search of owls in their natural habitat. A wonderful program for families with children over the age of 6. Please dress for the weather and bring a flashlight. Meet at the white barn! Meeting Place: Seekonk, MA. Categories: Ecology/Habitat. Critters. Recreation/Exploration. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Teens. Children. Families. ASRI Age Range: 6 and up. Member Fee: $10/member. Non-Member Fee: $14/non-member. Fee Notes: $7/non-member child, $5/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. Thursday, December 7, 2023, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, 301 Brown Avenue, Seekonk, MA.

Green Municipal Aggregation and Your Community

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop Our fourth and latest report on the success of "Green Municipal Aggregation," is almost out! The newest data shows that the winter of 2022/2023 was extraordinarily expensive for customers who received power supply from National Grid, Eversource, Unitil, or Rhode Island Energy. But customers receiving supply from aggregations saved more money than ever. GMA/CCE allows a community to negotiate a bulk purchase of electricity for residents, which saves them money on their electric bills. But crucially, it also adds more renewable energy to their electricity. Providence has a GMA program, so come to this webinar to learn why you should be proud! REGISTER: Thursday, December 7th @ 7:30PM, REGISTER: Thursday, December 14th @ 12PM Thursday, December 7th @ 7:30PM or Thursday, December 14th @ 12PM. Meeting Place: Online. Categories: Economy. Energy. Resilience. Astronomy. Organized by: Green Energy Consumers. Organizer Homepage: https://www.greenenergyconsumers.org/. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Homeowners. Businesses. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, December 7, 2023, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.

Environmentally Speaking Podcast

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop Weekly legal and current event environmental podcast. Meeting Place: Online. Categories: Comprehensive. Governance. Climate. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Desautel Browning Law. Organizer Homepage: www.desautelbrowning.com. Contact: Marisa Desautel. Contact email: marisa@desautelbrowning.com. Intended Audience: Adults. Businesses. College/University. Families. Farmers. General. Government Officials. Homeowners. Landowners. Professional. Teachers. Volunteers. Cost: free. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Friday, December 8, 2023.

Owl Prowl at Parker Woodland

Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours) Visit Parker Woodland Refuge on a winter night to search for owls. An Audubon naturalist will call for different species as we walk through the forest. We never know if we'll hear or see an owl, but participants will learn a lot and have a great night hike. Please dress for the weather, wear sturdy walking shoes and bring a flashlight. Advance registration is required. Hike will be canceled in the event of inclement weather or icy trails. Meeting Place: Coventry. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Recreation/Exploration. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Teens. Families. ASRI Age Range: 12 and up. 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. Friday, December 8, 2023, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Parker Woodland Wildlife Refuge, Maple Valley Road, Coventry, RI.

Owling at Fisherville Brook

Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours) In a small group setting, spend time with one of Audubon's live owls and review what makes these birds so special. Then head out on the trails in search of these wild birds in their natural habitat. Fisherville is home to Barred Owl, Great Horned Owls and Saw-whet Owls. Pre-registration is a must; this program is limited to 12 participants. Face masks required. Meeting Place: Exeter. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Recreation/Exploration. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Families. Children. Teens. ASRI Age Range: 6 and up. Member Fee: $15/member. Non-Member Fee: $20/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. Additional Info: Meet in the nature center and bring a flashlight. Friday, December 8, 2023, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI.

Outdoor Adventures - Bird Walks in Roger Williams Park

Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours) Join us for guided bird walks (weather permitting) in Roger Williams Park. Although many of our breeding birds have flown south, plenty of year-round residents can be seen in the park! Please wear comfortable shoes and bring binoculars if you have them. All skill levels are welcome. Walks meet at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Program fee per session: $3 per person/free for museum members. Pets and strollers are not permitted. Pre-registration required. Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Ecology/Habitat. Critters. Organized by: The Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Organizer Homepage: https://www.providenceri.gov/museum/outdoor-adventures/. Contact: Renee Gamba. Contact email: mnhinfo@providenceri.gov. Intended Audience: Adults. General. Visitors/Tourists. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Sunday, December 10, 2023, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Roger Williams Park Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI. For more info visit www.providenceri.gov.

Holiday Floral Arrangement Class

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop Join us to make a seasonal arrangement to add holiday beauty to your table. Learn how to bring many elements together to create a cohesive and pleasing design. The talented Terry Converse will guide the group using fundamental design principles. You will take home a lovely and long-lasting arrangement that you made yourself. Preregistration is required. Class size is limited to 12 people. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Plants. Other. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org/. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Cost: $85 Members | $95 Non-Members. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Tuesday, December 12, 2023, 4:00 AM – 6:00 AM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Holiday Wine Series with Lynda Gaines

Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows Join us in Blithewold’s elegantly decorated, glassed-in Breakfast Porch as Lynda Gaines delights us in the continued appreciation of wines, just in time for holiday celebrations! Class size is limited to 12. Reservations are required. November 15: Pairing Wines with Your Holiday Desserts Come learn how different wines pair with various desserts, from fruit pies to chocolate cake to vanilla custard. This hands-on class will allow you to taste several examples of how dessert and wine pairings impact the flavors of not only what you are eating, but also the wines themselves. December 6: Sparkling Wines for the Holidays Sparkling wines can be incorporated into your meal plans in many ways, including stand-alone aperitifs, main course pairings, and dessert wines. Join us and taste six different sparkling wines while learning about all the ways sparkling wine can enhance your holiday celebrations. Sparkling wine isn’t just for ringing in the New Year! December 13: Winter White Wines As the weather turns colder,… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Food. Organized by: Blithewold 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 Non-Members. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Wednesday, December 13, 2023, 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.

Nature Drawing at Blithewold with Artist/Instructor Joanne Murrman

Art & Photography ~ Exhibits, Workshops, Concerts The Nature Drawing Class is an opportunity to look at Blithewold’s gardens for inspiration. Working from pictures and found natural objects, the class will focus on how to render color, texture, and design in flora and landscape. Each week a different topic and a variety of drawing techniques will be covered. The main medium will be colored pencils. Students may bring their own art pencils but drawing pencils and paper will be provided. Additional materials will be offered for certain topic techniques. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students are encouraged to attend. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Other. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org/. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Cost: Individual Class: Member: $35 | Non-Member: $45 Series Discount: Member: $450 | Non-Member: $575. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, December 14, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

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Drawing Wild-From the Collection

Art & Photography ~ Exhibits, Workshops, Concerts You will have the opportunity to discover, or rediscover, the fascinating collections during this private program exploring the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park. Bring a small easel or chair and your drawing or painting materials, and choose your subject from the collections of birds, bears, lions, and Oceanic artifacts. Museum staff will also select some special “guests” from the museum vaults to display. During the program, the instructor will circulate for those who wish feedback, and at the end of the session, attendees will gather to view and discuss each other’s work. Museum is closed to the public during this program. Program fee: $35 per adult/ $30 for museum members. Pre-registration required. Permitted Materials: You may bring the medium of your choice — charcoal pencils, graphite, colored pencils, pastels, or watercolor (please, no oils or acrylics). All skill levels are welcome to participate, high school age and older. Capacity is limited, so sign up early to gua… Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Other. History/Natural History. Critters. Organized by: Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Organizer Homepage: https://www.providenceri.gov/museum/drawing-wild/. Contact: Renee Gamba. Contact email: mnhinfo@providenceri.gov. Intended Audience: Adults. College/University. General. Visitors/Tourists. Cost: Program fee: $35 per adult/ $30 for museum members. Pre-registration required. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, December 14, 2023, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. For more info visit www.providenceri.gov.

Wildlife Wreath

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop Make a winter wreath that is both beautiful and edible to birds and other wildlife. We will be using a grapevine base, adding pine and cedar bows. Then we will add edible bits to attract birds such as cranberries, oranges, suet bits and more! Each participant will make one wreath, materials will be provided. Participants may bring their own needle nose pliers and hand clippers. Meeting Place: Exeter. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Adults. General. Teens. ASRI Age Range: Teen to Adult. Member Fee: $30/member. Non-Member Fee: $35/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. Additional Info: Bring hand clippers and needle nose pliers if you have them. Thursday, December 14, 2023, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI.

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Garden Time Fundraiser Deadline

Fundraisers ~ Donations This year Garden Time is celebrating 22 NEW GRADUATES from our Green Reentry Job Training Program, 150 STREET TREES planted in low-canopy neighborhoods of Providence, 6 GRADUATES working on our Canopy Crew caring for young street trees and, as always, the 30 INCARCERATED GARDENERS who spend time with us twice a week from April to November. Our annual SEED MONEY FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN starts November 15! Please join us to train incarcerated and formerly incarcerated Rhode Islanders to work in the Green Industry! CLICK HERE to make your gift of $20, $50, $100 or more to Garden Time! Meeting Place: -N/A. Categories: Economy. Social Justice. Gardens. Organized by: Garden TIme. Organizer Homepage: https://www.gardentime.us/. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Businesses. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Friday, December 15, 2023.

Wildlife Wreathmaking

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop Join Audubon to make a winter wreath that is both beautiful and attractive (and edible to birds and other wildlife!) Using wire or straw wreath bases, add greens, dried flowers, seed heads, leaves, fruit and nuts to entice our feathered friends to visit. All items will dry nicely if you prefer to keep the wreath for purely decorative purposes. Each participant will make one wreath. All materials and tools will be provided. Participants may choose to bring their own needle nose pliers or wire snips. Advance registration is required. Meeting Place: Smithfield. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Teens. Adults. General. ASRI Age Range: Teen to Adult. Member Fee: Other. Non-Member Fee: $45/non-member. Fee Notes: $35/ member; $45/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, December 16, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI.

Outdoor Adventures - Plant Walks

Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours) Join us for walks (weather permitting) in Roger Williams Park and learn how to identify plants and better understand urban ecology. From maple trees to mushrooms, you will gain a greater appreciation for the surprising diversity of urban wildlife. Binoculars are not required, but encouraged for animal sightings. Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to travel just over a mile, sometimes off-trail. Walks meet at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Program fee per session: $3 per person/free for museum members. Pets and strollers are not permitted. Pre-registration required. Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Plants. Recreation/Exploration. Organized by: The Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Organizer Homepage: https://www.providenceri.gov/museum. Contact: Renee Gamba. Contact email: mnhinfo@providenceri.gov. Intended Audience: Adults. General. Visitors/Tourists. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, December 16, 2023, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Roger Williams Park Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI. For more info visit www.providenceri.gov.

Music in the Living Room

Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows Enhance your visit to Blithewold and enjoy the holiday decorations in the Mansion by attending our Music in the Living Room Series! Blithewold extends a sincere thanks to these generous performers who bring the gift of music into our Living Room during this Holiday Season. Tickets include admission to the Mansion and Grounds. Pre-registration is required. Sunday, November 26: Rod Luther Sunday, December 3: Laszlo G Saturday, December 16: Nancy Hood. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Other. 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: $5 Members | $23 Non-Members. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, December 16, 2023, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Winter Walk Series: Animal Cuisine on the Refuge

Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours) Learn about haute cuisine on the refuge! What and how do animals eat during the cold winter months? Do they snuggle up with hot stew or gooey mac and cheese? We will venture out on the trails for a short hike to build up your appetite! Although all are welcome, this class will be geared for families with children. Wear warm footwear, and dress for the weather. Advance registration is required. Caratunk Wildlife Refuge301 Brown Ave, Seekonk, MA; December 18, 2022; 10:00-11:30 am; Fee: $10/member adult, $5/member child; $14/non-member adult, $7/non-member child. Ages: 5 and up. Meeting Place: Seekonk, MA. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Audubon Society of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://asri.org. Intended Audience: Teens. Adults. Families. General. Children. ASRI Age Range: 5 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. Monday, December 18, 2023, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, 301 Brown Avenue, Seekonk, MA.

Executive Climate Change Coordinating Council Meeting

Public Meetings ~ Hearings -- Rallies/Protests ~ Surveys Agenda will be posted/shared as the date nears. Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Governance. Climate. Energy. Organizer Homepage: https://climatechange.ri.gov/. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Government Officials. College/University. Professional. Businesses. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Tuesday, December 19, 2023, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM. RIDEM, Room 300. 235 Promenade Street, Providence RI.

A Night with the Butler and Lady’s Maid

Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows Enjoy a special holiday self-guided tour of Blithewold this season! Experience the Mansion with only the soft glow of holiday lights. Meet members of the Blithewold household staff from the 1910s as you explore the house and learn about their lives and duties. Throughout the Mansion, thousands of ornaments on dozens of Christmas trees reflect the flicker of candlelight and firelight. Pre-registration is required. Arrival times are 5 PM and 6:30 PM. Arrival time is chosen when registering. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. 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. Cost: $15 Members | $25 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Tuesday, December 19, 2023, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Recycling Right- Holiday Edition

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop You recycle, right? But do you recycle right? If you’ve ever found yourself squinting to look for a recycling symbol on a product, arguing with your friend or spouse over a pizza box, or wondering what actually happens to your recycling when it leaves the curb, you’ll have these questions and more answered during Recycling Right in Rhode Island… and Going Beyond the Bin! Meeting Place: Online. Categories: Waste. Conservation/Restoration. Organized by: Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation. Organizer Homepage: https://www.rirrc.org. Contact: Madison Burke-Hindle. Contact email: mburke@rirrc.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Businesses. College/University. Families. General. Homeowners. School Groups. Teachers. Teens. Volunteers. Cost: Free. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Tuesday, December 19, 2023, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. For more info visit attendee.gotowebinar.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. September 20: Find your Path/Follow your Path Life gets complicated and we can find ourselves distracted and unsure of the path we are on. Allow your intuition and the gentle, yet powerful voices of art and nature to help you discern the direction for your life. This workshop is not necessarily about the destination. It is about the path. Participants create individual nature mandalas to discover or remember the path that brings them joy. Then consider how current life choices line up with that path. Here is your second chance… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Other. 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. Cost: $35 Members | $40 Non-Members. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Wednesday, December 20, 2023, 6:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

RI Environmental Education Assn Virtual Lunch & Learn: Professional Development

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop Join us on Thursday, December 21 at 12:00pm for a Virtual Lunch & Learn with RIEEA. Executive Director Jeanine Silversmith will facilitate a discussion about the pros and cons of hosting professional development for teachers – is it worth the time and effort? What does it take for PD to be successful? *Please note our Virtual Lunch & Learns alternate between open/office hours and more traditional educational programming.* Register using the form linked, and you will be automatically sent a Zoom link to attend. https://www.rieea.org/virtual-lunch-learn-office-hour-december-21-2023/. Meeting Place: Online. Categories: Education. Organized by: Rhode Island Environmental Education Association. Organizer Homepage: https://www.rieea.org/. Contact email: info@rieea.org. Intended Audience: General. Teachers. Adults. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, December 21, 2023, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit www.rieea.org.

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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, December 26, 2023, 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.

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New Year’s Jazz Brunch

Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows Enjoy a glimpse of what it was like to be a guest of the Van Wickle family during the holidays! Kick off the new year, or end the holiday season with a delectable three-course plated luncheon served in Blithewold’s beautifully decorated Dining Room and Breakfast Porch. Featuring live jazz music and a welcome drink. The price for the luncheon includes admission to the Mansion and Grounds, so be sure to leave time for touring! Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate dietary restrictions at the Jazz Brunch. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Other. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Teens. Cost: $65 Members | $75 Non-Members. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Sunday, January 7, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

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. 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, January 8, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. For more info visit nwf-org.zoom.us.

Interactive Virtual Tour of Resource Recovery

Tours & Field Trips (also see Outdoors) Can’t make it to our facility in Johnston but still want an interactive tour? Join one of our educators for a guided virtual tour to see how Rhode Island’s waste is managed. You will get an inside look at our Materials Recycling Facility, Small Vehicle Area, Eco-Depot, Leaf & Yard Debris Composting Operation, and the Central Landfill. It is an eye-opening experience that will help you better understand how the decisions you make to manage your stuff impact our facility and state. By the end of the tour, you will know where your stuff goes, how to recycle right here in RI, and what we all need to do to extend the life of Rhode Island’s Central Landfill. Meeting Place: Online. Categories: Waste. Conservation/Restoration. Public Works/Infrastructure. Organized by: Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation. Organizer Homepage: https://www.rirrc.org. Contact: Madison Burke-Hindle. Contact email: mburke@rirrc.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Businesses. College/University. Families. General. Homeowners. School Groups. Teachers. Teens. Volunteers. Cost: Free. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Tuesday, January 9, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. For more info visit attendee.gotowebinar.com.

Wildlife Solutions: Nocturnal Nuisances

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop COYOTES, FOXES and FISHERS: Nocturnal mammals are greatly misunderstood, most of their fear-instilling actions are simply a part of their life-history and strategy for survival. Still, these critters can certainly become a nuisance, especially when they begin to den under decks and dine out of chicken coops. Learning why these creatures behave the way they do is the key to finding resolution. This session will help you identify what is attracting these animals to your yard, and how to make your property less hospitable. Learn about the discoveries made by the Narragansett Bay Coyote Study and see what we have already learned through the collaborative Fisher Project with URI. This will be a HYBRID program in partnership with the East Smithfield Public 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: Online. 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, January 11, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. East Smithfield Public Library, 50 Esmond St, Smithfield RI. For more info visit dem.ri.gov.

RI Nature Video Festival Submission Period - Deadline 8pm Jan 15

Deadlines ~ Applications & Registrations The Rhode Island Nature Video Festival is back again in 2024 and we are planning for it to be an in-person event, though we reserve the right to make it an on-line event if the pandemic pushes us in that direction. This seventh Annual Festival will be hosted LIVE at Rhode Island College (RIC) on Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 2:00pm (weather date Sunday, March 3 at 2:00pm). Organized and curated by the ENVIRONMENT COUNCIL OF RI, the RI NATURAL HISTORY SURVEY, and the RIC Environmental Club, Ocean State Film Society, and Film Studies Program, all video submissions meeting inclusion criteria will be part of the online YouTube show. From among all qualifying videos, curators will select up to 75 minutes of videos for inclusion in the show reel to be shown live at the festival. Rhode Island has a great abundance of nature in our lands and waters and cities. And these days most people carry a camera every day that's capable of interesting video. This is a perfect opportunity to get started sharing your videos… Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Ecology/Habitat. Critters. History/Natural History. Natural Resources. Organized by: RI Natural History Survey, Environment Council of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://environmentcouncilri.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Families. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Monday, January 15, 2024, 8:00 PM.

Winter 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. Maximum of 10 students. Materials not included. These classes are for adults. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Land. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://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, January 17, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Conifers of Blithewold with Dan Christina, Blithewold’s Director of Horticulture

Tours & Field Trips (also see Outdoors) Director of Horticulture Dan Christina will discuss the incredible collection of conifers from near and far. See the uses and wide variety at Blithewold and their effectiveness in controlling hard winter winds, softening corners in design, creating garden rooms, and acting as specimens. This is a walking tour across the entire property, so please dress and plan accordingly. Preregistration is required. The tour is limited to 25 people. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Forests and Trees. Weather. 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 Non-Members. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, January 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Winter 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. Maximum of 10 students. Materials not included. These classes are for adults. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Land. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://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, January 24, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Charcuterie Board

Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows Join groundskeeper Galen Wilbur in a hands-on workshop to learn how to make your own charcuterie board. Students will be given a beautiful piece of European sweet cherry wood, taken from fallen trees at Blithewold. During the workshop, each attendee will learn how to use hand and power tools to make handles and drill a hole to hang your board. Galen will also share finishing techniques like sanding and the proper application of mineral oil. Students will walk away with their own handmade charcuterie boards, plus new skills and techniques for basic woodworking. Preregistration is required. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Other. 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: $85 Members | $105 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, January 27, 2024, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Wild Winter Tracking

Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours) Walk in a winter wonderland as you search for signs of wildlife in Arcadia Management Area! Join RIDEM Division of Fish and Wildlife staff for a fun morning learning about Rhode Island’s mammals and how we are studying their populations in our state. There will be a trail camera demonstration, a walk in the woods to search for tracks and other clues, and fun crafts and activities for kids. This program is FREE to attend, but registration is required. Meeting Place: Exeter. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Recreation/Exploration. 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. Teachers. Teens. Cost: Free. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, January 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. RIDEM Division of Fish and Wildlife Outdoor Education Office,1B Camp E-Hun-Tee Place Exeter, RI. For more info visit dem.ri.gov.

Herbal Teas (Tisanes)

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop Cozy up with a hot cuppa on Blithewold’s beautiful Breakfast Porch while learning the basics of blending just the right herbs for your enjoyment. Sample several blends of tea in our elegant china tea cups and mix some of your own. Each participant will create custom tea blends to take home. We learn about the health benefits, characteristics, and blending techniques of herbal teas or tisanes. Ages 8 – 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Class size is limited to 12. Reservations are required. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Food. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Aroboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org/. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Families. Children. Teens. Cost: $45 Members | $50 Nonmembers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, January 27, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

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, January 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.

Winter 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. Maximum of 10 students. Materials not included. These classes are for adults. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Land. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://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, January 31, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

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. 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, February 5, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. For more info visit nwf-org.zoom.us.

Winter 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. Maximum of 10 students. Materials not included. These classes are for adults. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Land. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://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, February 7, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Winter 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. Maximum of 10 students. Materials not included. These classes are for adults. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Land. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://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, February 14, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Winter 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. Maximum of 10 students. Materials not included. These classes are for adults. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Gardens. Plants. Land. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://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, February 21, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Come Birding with Me!

Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours) Looking for a fun February activity? Join us for a family-friendly birdwatching adventure on the shoreline this winter! Learn about the beautiful sea ducks that spend their winter along RI's coastline each year and how RIDEM Division of Fish & Wildlife and our research partners are studying their populations. Binoculars and spotting scopes will be available to borrow, so everyone can get a close look at these unique birds! This program is FREE to attend, but registration is required. Meeting Place: Jamestown. 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. Children. Families. General. Teachers. Teens. Cost: Free. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, February 24, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Beavertail State ParkBeavertail Road, Jamestown, RI. For more info visit dem.ri.gov.

RI Nature Video Festival

Celebrations ~ Ceremonies ~ Expos ~ Fairs ~ Festivals ~ Open Houses ~ Shows The Rhode Island Nature Video Festival is back again in 2024 and we are planning for it to be an in-person event, though we reserve the right to make it an on-line event if the pandemic pushes us in that direction. This seventh Annual Festival will be hosted LIVE at Rhode Island College (RIC) on Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 2:00pm (weather date Sunday, March 3 at 2:00pm). Organized and curated by the ENVIRONMENT COUNCIL OF RI, the RI NATURAL HISTORY SURVEY, and the RIC Environmental Club, Ocean State Film Society, and Film Studies Program, all video submissions meeting inclusion criteria will be part of the online YouTube show. From among all qualifying videos, curators will select up to 75 minutes of videos for inclusion in the show reel to be shown live at the festival. Rhode Island has a great abundance of nature in our lands and waters and cities. And these days most people carry a camera every day that's capable of interesting video. This is a perfect opportunity to get started sharing your videos… Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Ecology/Habitat. Critters. History/Natural History. Natural Resources. Organized by: RI Natural History Survey, Environment Council of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://environmentcouncilri.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Families. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Sunday, February 25, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. RI College, 600 Mount Pleasant Ave, Providence, 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, February 27, 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.

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. 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, March 4, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. For more info visit nwf-org.zoom.us.