January 27
2010 Lecture Series

A Sense of Wonder, a movie about the environmentalist Rachael Carson. Begins at 7:00 PM at the Blackstone Memorial Library.

Instead of a speaker, the first presentation on January 27 will be a special movie about the life and work of pioneering environmentalist, Rachael Carson, the author of Silent Spring. The film, titled A Sense of Wonder is a one-woman show staring Kaiulani Lee, who portrays Carson's love for the natural world and her fight to defend it. After the movie, there will be time for discussion.

February 24
2010 Lecture Series

Program to be announced. Begins at 7:00 PM at the Blackstone Memorial Library.

March 24
2010 Lecture Series

"Singing Leaves, the Stories and Songs of the Crickets and Katydids," by John Himmelman. Begins at 7:00 PM at the Blackstone Memorial Library.

John Himmelman will give a presentation titled "Singing Leaves, the Stories and Songs of the Crickets and Katydids." It is illustrated with Himmelman's photos of species from the Northeast, and accompanied by his recordings made in the field and studio. He will tell stories about his search for them, why and how they sing, keeping them as pets, and where to find them.

April 28
2010 Lecture Series

Presentation featuring live birds by Wind Over Wings, an organization that rehabilitates injured raptors. Begins at 7:00 PM at the Blackstone Memorial Library.

the Nature Explorer program hooks up with the Library Series to bring you Wind Over Wings, an organization that rehabilitates injured raptors. They will be showing us a bald eagle, plus a hawk, a falcon and an owl. All of their birds are spectacular and their presentation includes many facts about the birds and how we can help preserve the environment, which we must share with these creatures. What a way to celebrate around Earth Day!

Wednesday, May 26
2010 Annual Meeting

For additional local events, see:
Guilford Land Trust
Meshomasic Hiking Club
Menunkatuck Audubon Society
New Haven Bird Club
 

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