Earth Day Celebration Month in Greenwich 2015 ... - Town of Greenwich

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION MONTH IN GREENWICH 2015 EVENTS CALENDAR (April thru early May)

MONTHLY EVENTS APRIL – EARLY MAY Spring Bird Walks (Wed. & Sat. ~ April & May 7:00 am – 8:30 am) Audubon Greenwich April & May bird walks are a spring tradition. Get out & enjoy two local 'birding' hot spots.  Saturdays (7:00 am - 8:45 am @ Audubon Greenwich): Meet in Audubon Greenwich parking area on Riversville Road.  Wednesdays (7:00 am - 8:30 am @ Fairchild Garden): Meet in Fairchild Wildflower Garden parking area on North Porchuck Road. Bring binoculars &/or camera. Loaner binoculars may be available. No charge or RSVP required. Questions? Call Ted Gilman at x353. Note: On Sat., May 9th - the bird walk starts @ 6:30 am & is followed by the annual "Birders Breakfast" from 8 am - 9 am. RSVP for breakfast required. Call 203-930-1349 to sign up. For more information visit http://greenwich.audubon.org/events

DAILY EVENTS APRIL – EARLY MAY Wednesday, April 1 Mushrooms: Nature Play with Caregivers (9 am – 10 am) Garden Education Center, 130 Bible Street, Cos Cob We're rooting around in the garden and Pinetum for the pure wonder of it! This early time of discovery, participation, and sensory growth is vital. We'll practice equipping for active outdoor activities, rain or shine. In case of extreme weather, we bring nature stations into our bright, ecofriendly classroom. Let's share our favorite songs, stories, and tips, tales, and healthy recipes from the garden. Program designed for 1-3 year olds. Registration Required. For more information visit www.gecgreenwich.org Friday, April 3 School Vacation Workshop: Spring Creations (10:00 am – 12:00 pm) Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive Spend the day off from school creating a unique work of art or craft! Workshops are designed for grades K-5 and explore the Museum’s collections and exhibitions. Advanced registration is required; call 203-413-6744, Page 1 of 10

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email: [email protected]. or visit the website at: brucemuseum.org/site/calendar_detail/school-vacation-workshop-springtime-creations Marine Tank Animal Feeding (2:30 pm – 2:45 pm) Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive Free with admission. No reservation required. For more information visit: brucemuseum.org/site/calendar_detail/marine-tank-animalfeeding41 Sunday, April 5 First Sunday Bird Walk at Greenwich Point Park (9 am) Meet by the second concession stand. This free event sponsored by Audubon Greenwich, Bruce Museum and Wild Wings is suitable for all skills and ages, simply bring binoculars, and weather-appropriate gear. Meet near the flag pole by the main concession stand in Greenwich Point Park (past guard booth, stay left at start of parking areas). For more information about the 1st Sunday Bird Walk, contact the walk coordinators at 203-413-6756 (Cynthia) on weekdays or call 203-637-9822 otherwise (Meredith). Wednesday, April 7 Movie Night: Unacceptable Levels with Skype Talkback (6 pm Pre-Show Mingle, 6:30 pm screening) Garden Education Center, 130 Bible Street, Cos Cob Filmmaker Ed Brown examines the unseen threat of toxic chemicals in our daily lives. Experts that include Ralph Nader support Brown’s compelling narrative. A must see! Brown will Skype in from his current production’s Hawaii location for Q&A following the screening. 76 minute running time. Refreshments, including organic wines by Val’s, will be provided. Registration is required; suggested donation is $10. For more information, contact GEC at (203) 869-9242 or [email protected]. Marine Tank Animal Feeding (2:30 pm – 2:45 pm) Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive Free with admission. No reservation required. For more information visit: brucemuseum.org/site/calendar_detail/marine-tank-animalfeeding41 Wednesday, April 8 Mushrooms: Nature Play with Caregivers (9 am – 10 am) Garden Education Center, 130 Bible Street, Cos Cob We're rooting around in the garden and Pinetum for the pure wonder of it! This early time of discovery, participation, and sensory growth is vital. We'll practice equipping for active outdoor activities, rain or shine. In case of extreme weather, we bring nature stations into our bright, ecofriendly classroom. Let's share our favorite songs, stories, and Page 2 of 10


tips, tales, and healthy recipes from the garden. Program designed for 1-3 year olds. Registration required www.gecgreenwich.org Thursday, April 9 A Walk in the Woods at the Montgomery Pinetum Park (10:30 am) Garden Education Center, 130 Bible Street, Cos Cob With the dawn of spring, the wonders of nature abound at the Montgomery Pinetum. Join Lisa Beebe, GEC Director of Horticulture, for a look at what Mother Nature has given us. We will visit the 50th Anniversary Wildflower Trail and learn about native perennials of our woodland, as well as investigate some of the other treasures of the forest. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Register at www.gecgreenwich.org Saturday, April 11 Invasive Plant Management - Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency (11 am – 3 pm) 393 North Street Volunteers needed! We will be removing invasive plant species on site. Please bring garden or hedge shears, pruners or loppers and work/garden gloves. Wear long sleeves, long pants and boots to get dirty. Also bring bug spray, water and a bag lunch. For more information contact Doreen Carroll-Andrews, Wetlands Compliance Officer at 203-622-7736 or [email protected] or visit: www.greenwichct.org/government/departments/inland_wetlands_watercourses/ Mianus River Fishway - Open House (2 pm – 4 pm) and Earth Day Proclamation by the First Selectman (3 p.m.) 125 River Road Extension, Cos Cob Join Conservation Commission at the open house event at the Mianus River Fishway during the annual herring migration. All are invited to stop by and learn about the history of the fishway and the incredible life cycle of the fish that depend on it. Staff and volunteers will be available to give tours of the fishway and answer any questions. At 3 p.m. First Selectman Peter Tesei will be on hand for the Earth Day Proclamation. For more information, call Matthew Goclowski at: (203) 622-6461 or visit http://www.greenwichct.org/government/departments/conservation_commission/fishand-wildlife-conservation-and-management/mianus-pond-fishway/. Sunday, April 12 Second Sunday Pollinators (2 pm -4 pm) Garden Education Center, 130 Bible Street, Cos Cob Design, experiment and build sustainable systems with the help of experts, then we'll publish your story in the Power of Plants Comic. We explore the Pinetum, garden, and greenhouse as creative and active stewards of our green spaces. Program designed for age 12-17. For more information visit www.gecgreenwich.org Page 3 of 10


Second Sunday Hike at Audubon Greenwich (9:30 am – 11:00 am) Greenwich Audubon, 613 Riversville Road A great way to the Audubon Greenwich trails and natural history. Simply grab your walking shoes, and hit the trails for morning hiking fun! Hiking groups meet in Kimberlin Nature Education Center at Audubon Greenwich and leave to hike on the grounds or at a nearby Audubon sanctuary or favorite hiking spot. To RSVP, please send an email (anytime) to: [email protected] or leave a message for the hike coordinator, Jeff Cordulack, at 203-613-8813. For more information visit http://greenwich.audubon.org/events Sunday Science at the Seaside Center - Scales and Slime: Reptiles and Amphibians (2:00 pm – 4:00 pm) Innis Arden Cottage, Greenwich Point Park, Tod's Driftway, Old Greenwich Join us as we explore the incredible diversity of reptiles and amphibians that inhabit vernal pools and the woods surrounding our homes. The Friends of Greenwich Point and Bruce Museum are sponsoring the Stamford Museum and Nature Center, which will deliver an afternoon of programming that includes interactive discussions, live-animal presentations, and a fun craft! Free.For more information, please email Peter Linderoth, Bruce Museum Science Department and Friends of Greenwich Point board member, at [email protected] Tuesday April 14 Marine Tank Animal Feeding (2:30 pm – 2:45 pm) Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive Free with admission. No reservation required. For more information visit: brucemuseum.org/site/calendar_detail/marine-tank-animalfeeding41 Wednesday April 15 Earth Day Co-Founder Denis Hayes and Musical Guest Jonathan Edwards (6:30 pm – 9:00 pm) Audubon Greenwich, 613 Riversville Road Denis Hayes, President & CEO of the Bullitt Foundation and National Coordinator of the first Earth Day in 1970, will speak about major environmental issues confronting us today. Famed musician Jonathan Edwards, singer and songwriter of Sunshine (Go Away Today) and other iconic hits from the era of the first Earth Day, will perform live. Wine & cheese reception at 6:30 pm, main show in Kiernan Hall at 7:00 pm, signing to follow the show, seating very limited and advance tickets required. For more information contact Audubon staff at 203-930-1349, email: [email protected] or visit the website at: http://greenwich.audubon.org/events

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Friday, April 17 Marine Tank Animal Feeding (2:30 pm – 2:45 pm) Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive Free with admission. No reservation required. For more information visit: brucemuseum.org/site/calendar_detail/marine-tank-animalfeeding41 Saturday, April 18 Garden Opening Day and Spring Gardeners Parade (10:00 am – 2:30) Community Gardens, Armstrong Court All members of the community are invited to join our new annual Spring Gardeners Parade which starts at 10 am! Gardeners and volunteers are welcome to join us to work together to get our garden ready for planting season. Rain date, Sunday April 19. For more information visit: www.greenwichcommunitygardens.org Sunday, April 19 Greenwich Green Schools Buttercrunch Awards (2 pm - 4 pm) Garden Education, 130 Bible Street, Cos Cob Stop by the gallery at the Garden Education Center to see the plants and posters of the first annual Greenwich Green Schools Lettuce Challenge and meet local green heroes. Pre-register to participate in additional Third Sunday Nature Play challenges and special demos with green experts. For more information, contact Deanna Novak at (203)869-9242 or [email protected] Tuesday, April 21 Marine Tank Animal Feeding (2:30 pm – 2:45 pm) Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive Free with admission. No reservation required. For more information visit: brucemuseum.org/site/calendar_detail/marine-tank-animalfeeding41 Wednesday, April 22 Mushrooms: Nature Play with Caregivers (9 am – 10 am) Garden Education Center, 130 Bible Street We're rooting around in the garden and Pinetum for the pure wonder of it! This early time of discovery, participation, and sensory growth is vital. We'll practice equipping for active outdoor activities, rain or shine. In case of extreme weather, we bring nature stations into our bright, ecofriendly classroom. Let's share our favorite songs, stories, and tips, tales, and healthy recipes from the garden. Program designed for 1-3 year olds. Registration required www.gecgreenwich.org

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Celebrate Earth Day at Green & Tonic (3:30 pm – 4:30 pm) 7 Strickland Road, Cos Cob Celebrate Earth Day with your little ones at Green & Tonic. Together with the Garden Education Center and Mike's Organic Delivery, we will host kid-friendly activities and offer some delicious healthy after school snacks for your children to enjoy. This FREE event is open to all children of all ages. For more information visit: greenandtonic.com Celebrate Earth Day Shop & Eat Locally (all day) Support The Greenwich Land Trust by taking part in Earth Day Shopping. Eat, shop, and thank the following stores for caring about the environment! A portion of the proceeds will go towards the GLT’s land conservation work. Back 40 Kitchen, Cabochon Jewelry, Gofer Ice Cream, Home Boutique of Greenwich, McArdles, Outdoor Traders, Out of the Box, Pizza Post, Smart Kids’ Toys, and Splurge. For more information visit www.gltrust.org 5% Day at Whole Foods 90 East Putnam Ave The Greenwich Tree Conservancy will be receiving 5 % of all sales at Whole Foods in Greenwich so please shop large and often at Whole Foods on Earth Day Wednesday. For more information visit greenwichtreeconservancy.org Thursday, April 23 Birding with Yeats with Lynn Thomson (6:30 pm – 8:00 pm) Audubon Greenwich, 613 Riversville Road Join noted author Lynn Thomson for a book signing and conversation with Audubon Connecticut Executive Director Stewart Hudson.Birding With Yeats is a lyrical, delicate and gently humorous reflection of the unique bond between a mother and son, Birding with Yeats reminds us of the importance of mindful living--living in the present moment and reveling in the magic that is the natural world. Reception precedes the discussion. RSVP to 203-930-1349. Suggested donation $10. For more information visit: http://greenwich.audubon.org/events Friday, April 24 Invasive Plant Management - Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency (11 am – 3 pm) 393 North Street Volunteers needed! We will be removing invasive plant species on site. Please bring garden or hedge shears, pruners or loppers and work/garden gloves. Wear long sleeves, long pants and boots to get dirty. Also bring bug spray, water and a bag lunch.For more information contact Doreen Carroll-Andrews, Wetlands Compliance Officer at 203-622-7736 or [email protected] or visit: www.greenwichct.org/government/departments/inland_wetlands_watercourses/

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Marine Tank Animal Feeding (2:30 pm – 2:45 pm) Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive Free with admission. No reservation required. For more information visit: brucemuseum.org/site/calendar_detail/marine-tank-animalfeeding41 Arbor Day Celebration – (tbd) Greenwich Tree Conservancy will be hosting a tree planting for Arbor Day. Details will be forthcoming. Check out the website at: http://www.greenwichtreeconservancy.org/calendarevents.html The 8th Anniversary of the Greenwich Tree Conservancy - For the Love of Trees! (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm) McArdle’s, 48 Arch Street Join Greenwich Tree Conservancy to celebrate on Arbor Day. For more information please visit greenwichtreeconservancy.org Saturday, April 25 Earth Day Cleanup (10:00 am – 1:00 pm) Milbank Greene Preserve, Round Hill Road near Creamer Hill Road Join Greenwich Land Trust to celebrate Earth Day during our Earth Day Beautification Project. Volunteers will: cut vines remove invasives plant native shrubs and trees watch a wildlife release Activities suitable for all ages but children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Thank you to our Earth Day Sponsors: Serendipity Magazine Whole Foods Market Greenwich Rain date Sunday, April 26. For more information visit: www.gltrust.org Bible Street Community Garden Opening Day (12 pm – 4:00 pm) 129 Bible Street, Cos Cob (across the street from the Garden Education Center) Gardeners and volunteers are welcome to join us to work together to get our garden ready for planting season. Raindate, Sunday May 3. For more information visit: www.greenwichcommunitygardens.org Kick-Off Spring in the Vegetable Garden (9:45 am – 11:00 am) Armstrong Court Community Garden, Armstrong Court (off Hamilton Avenue) Swing into Spring! Birds are singing, bees are buzzing, blooms are bursting, and gardeners are eager to play in the soil! Join our class led by Organic Gardening Expert, Alan Gorkin. You will learn what to plant and see firsthand how to produce a bountiful harvest, as well as how to protect tender plants from spring frost and critters. Flowers do more than look pretty and have a place in your vegetable garden, too! Proper selection can attract beneficial insects (pollinators AND predators) to the garden. Imagine the symphony of color you might collect at harvest time! Let’s review together how to get the most out of our plots during this busy growing season. For

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novices as well as experienced gardeners. Rain date April 26. Class donation $15.00. For more information visit: www.greenwichcommunitygardens.org

Sunday, April 26 Earth Day Month Celebration – Explore the Secrets of Soil (1 pm – 4 pm) Garden Education Center, 130 Bible Street, Cos Cob Come and celebrate with Conservation Commission the International Year of Soils. Through a variety of fun and scientific activities designed for the entire family, we will walk you through the soil formation process, soil properties, its need for conservation and care. With help of local archeologist, composting crew, and experts on soil, we will visit every aspect of this topic and answer all of your questions whether they are big or small. For more information contact Aleksandra Moch at 203 622-3822 or visit our website at: www.greenwichct.org Edible Native and Invasive Plants of New England (10:30 am – 3:30 pm) Audubon Greenwich, 613 Riversville Road This is a two-part event consisting of:  Indoor Lecture (10:30 am – 12 noon): Preserving native plant knowledge where Arthur Haines will discuss favorite species while also proposing that the our waning use of wild plants (for food, medicine, fiber) is correlated with a decline in health of both our bodies and our local landscapes. All ages, Lunch: 12 pm – 1 pm  Field Walk (1:00 pm - 3:30 pm): ID & Use of Edible Native Plants RSVP required for each session. Space limited for afternoon session. RSVPs required to Jeff Cordulack @ Audubon Greenwich: 203-930-1349 / [email protected] Kick-Off Spring in the Vegetable Garden (9:45 am – 11:00 am) Armstrong Court Community Garden, Armstrong Court (off Hamilton Avenue) You will learn with Alan Gorkin, Organic Garden Expert to plant and see firsthand how to produce a bountiful harvest, as well as how to protect tender plants from spring frost and critters. Flowers do more than look pretty and have a place in your vegetable garden, too! Proper selection can attract beneficial insects (pollinators and predators) to the garden. Imagine the symphony of color you might collect at harvest time! For more information visit: greenwichcommunitygardens.org Rock and Mineral Family Day (1:00 pm – 4pm) Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive A special gest Steve Okulewicz presents “Magic of Geology”. Activities include mineral ID and geode cracking with the Stamford Mineralogical Society. For more information visit: brucemuseum.org

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Tuesday, April 28 Marine Tank Animal Feeding (2:30 pm – 2:45 pm) Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive Free with admission. No reservation required. For more information visit: brucemuseum.org/site/calendar_detail/marine-tank-animalfeeding41 Wednesday, April 29 Mushrooms: Nature Play with Caregivers (9 am – 10 am) Garden Education Center, 130 Bible Street, Cos Cob We're rooting around in the garden and Pinetum for the pure wonder of it! This early time of discovery, participation, and sensory growth is vital. We'll practice equipping for active outdoor activities, rain or shine. In case of extreme weather, we bring nature stations into our bright, ecofriendly classroom. Let's share our favorite songs, stories, and tips, tales, and healthy recipes from the garden. Program designed for 1-3 year olds. Registration required www.gecgreenwich.org Saturday, May 2 Paper Shredding Day (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.) Island Beach parking lot, Greenwich Shred sensitive documents such as financial statements, tax documents, medical and social security records at a one-day paper shredding event organized by the Greenwich Recycling Advisory Board and Greenwich Green & Clean. Bring 2 cans tuna or 2 cans fruit per box (for donation to local food bank) or $2 /box, 8 box maximum. Box size guideline: 12” x 18” x 12”. Remove all non-sensitive papers and file folders, metal and plastic clips, plastic bindings and covers. For information, email [email protected] or call 203-629-2876. Also, old cell phones will be accepted for recycling. Tree Walk at Bruce Museum (11 a.m.) Join Peter Linderoth of the Bruce Museum Science Department for a non-strenuous guided walk to identify trees, an appropriate adjunct to the Paper Shredding Day. Remember, trees are where the paper process starts. Learn about the physical characteristics that environmental scientists observe during tree identification. 203-8690376

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Sunday, May 3 Tree Walk at Bruce Park (2 pm – 4 pm) Meet on Wood Road, Bruce Park The Greenwich Tree Conservancy will be hosting a Bruce Park Tree Walk with the Greenwich Tree Warden, Bruce Spaman. The walk will highlight and interpret the park's historic landscape, tree and shrub collection and improvements that have been recently added to the park. This will be a family oriented tour of the park and friendly dogs on leash are welcome to attend. All are welcome but please reserve a spot at [email protected]. Saturday, May 9 Mianus River Fishway Open House (1 pm – 3pm) 125 River Road Extension, Cos Cob Join Conservation Commission at the open house event at the Mianus River Fishway during the annual herring migration. All are invited to stop by and learn about the history of the fishway and the incredible life cycle of the fish that depend on it. Staff and volunteers will be available to give tours of the fishway and answer any questions. For more information, call Matthew Goclowski at: (203) 622-6461 or visit http://www.greenwichct.org/government/departments/conservation_commission/fishand-wildlife-conservation-and-management/mianus-pond-fishway/. Household Hazardous Waste Day (8 am – 1 pm) Island Beach Parking Lot – Arch Street For Residents of Greenwich and Participating Towns. No commercial loads accepted. For more information call Greenwich Department of Health (203) 987 1001 or Greenwich Department of Public Works (203) 869 6910

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