Events
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Habitat Chat
OnlineThe Massachusetts Pollinator Network hosts monthly drop-in, informal meetings for participants from across the state to learn about topics relevant to our work, share projects, ask questions, and exchange knowledge, ideas, and updates. Whether you’re a seasoned community organizer, a…
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Community Garden Opening Day at Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary
Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary 309 Holmes Rd., Pittsfield, MAHelp Mass Audubon open the Community Garden for the season at Canoe Meadows! Volunteers will assist with preparing and refreshing garden beds so they are ready for planting in the weeks ahead. Come enjoy a productive morning outdoors and help…
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Building Better Soil: A Three-Part Soil Health Intensive
Mount Wachusett Community College 444 Green St., Gardner, MAJoin the Northeast Organic Farming Situation, Massachusetts Chapter, for a 3 part series exploring the living world beneath our feet! Healthy soil is the foundation of productive farms and gardens. In this three-part Soil Health Intensive, participants will explore the…
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Kidleidoscope Story Hour – Fish
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAThe Great Falls Discovery Center is hosting a fun event for children to learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. For ages…
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Discover Greylock Hike
Mount Greylock State ReservationJoin Mount Greylock State Reservation for a lively hike! Suitable for ages 8 and older. Explore seasonal changes in the forest, look for signs of wildlife, and discover unique natural and cultural features along easy-moderate trails. Dress appropriately for the…
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Pittsfield Farmers Market
Pittsfield Common 100 1st St., Pittsfield, MAEvery Saturday through October, rain or shine! Find more details here: farmersmarketpittsfield.org DATE: Saturday, May 9 - Saturday, October 31 TIME: 9:00am - 1:00pm LOCATION: The Common, 100 First St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
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Volunteer: Help Restore Habitat for Rare Berkshire Butterflies + Invasive Garlic Mustard Removal
Pittsfield, MAHelp remove an invasive plant that threatens the small native plants found in our forests’ understory and contribute to an ongoing study of rare Berkshire butterflies! Join BEAT for a meaningful volunteer event focused on removing invasive garlic mustard and…
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Park Serve Day: Pick a Park, Give a Day, Make a Difference
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAThe Department of Conservation and Recreation invites you to the Great Falls Discovery Center to lend a hand during this day of volunteer service to our state parks. Bring your own water and snack. For registration visit mass.gov/info-details/dcr-park-serve-day. For ages…
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Berkshire Botanical Garden Spring Fest
Berkshire Botanical Garden 5 West Stockbridge Rd., Stockbridge, MAJoin the Berkshire Botanical Garden for a full day of family fun at SpringFest on Saturday, May 9. The day's activities include Best Damn Espresso and Cousins Maine Lobster food trucks, craft vendors, a petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, and…
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A Nature Year at Pleasant Valley: Spring
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesImmerse yourself in a season of local natural history. With a skilled Mass Audubon naturalist as your guide, experience the cycle of the seasons at Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary in Lenox. Gain extensive natural history knowledge, form a community with…
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Nice and Easy Mother’s Day Hike
Mount Greylock State ReservationJoin Mount Greylock State Reservation for a scenic hike on Mother’s Day! All ages welcome. Join DCR Interpreter Caroline this Mother's Day in celebration of Moms and Mother Nature by appreciating the gifts that all mothers provide. Immerse yourself in the…
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Growing Wildlife-Friendly Gardens
The Mount 2 Plunkett St, Lenox, MA, United StatesJoin Mass Audubon for a gardening workshop! At this workshop, discover native and pollinator-friendly flowers, shrubs and trees that grow well in the Berkshires and provide essential food and shelter for native insects and birds. Learn why sustainable landscaping can…
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Building Better Soil: A Three-Part Soil Health Intensive
Mount Wachusett Community College 444 Green St., Gardner, MAJoin the Northeast Organic Farming Situation, Massachusetts Chapter, for a 3 part series exploring the living world beneath our feet! Healthy soil is the foundation of productive farms and gardens. In this three-part Soil Health Intensive, participants will explore the…
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Discover Greylock Hike
Mount Greylock State ReservationJoin Mount Greylock State Reservation for a lively hike! Suitable for ages 8 and older. Explore seasonal changes in the forest, look for signs of wildlife, and discover unique natural and cultural features along easy-moderate trails. Dress appropriately for the…
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Forms and Transformations in the Butterfly World
Old Town Hall 9 Main St, West Stockbridge, MA, United StatesThe West Stockbridge Historical Society Presents: Forms and Transformations in the Butterfly World. Next up in the Berkshire Nature Talk Series: Ryan Shea, The Nature Institute Butterflies are among nature’s most captivating organisms, dazzling us with their colors, patterns, and…
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Bird Walk
The Spruces 60 Main St., Williamstown, MAJoin Bee Friendly Williamstown for a morning bird walk at the height of spring migration. Naturalist and avid birder David McGowan will help us understand what we see and hear around us during this busy bird season. To learn more,…
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Pittsfield Farmers Market
Pittsfield Common 100 1st St., Pittsfield, MAEvery Saturday through October, rain or shine! Find more details here: farmersmarketpittsfield.org DATE: Saturday, May 9 - Saturday, October 31 TIME: 9:00am - 1:00pm LOCATION: The Common, 100 First St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
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Complete Approaches to Fertility: Soil to Foliar
Big River Chestnuts New Field 0 Settright Road, Deerfield, MA, United StatesJoin the Massachusetts chapter of the Northeast Organic Farming Association for an all day event about soil! Your farm’s fertility plan doesn’t have to be a guessing game. With the right tools and approach, it can be grounded, methodical, informed…
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Forest, Fields, and Waterfalls Hike
Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center 1515 & 1516 Savoy Hollow Rd., Windsor, MAJoin Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center in Windsor, MA for an informative hike! Learn about the unique fauna and flora of high elevation forests and fields plus a visit to Georgie’s Falls on this 2 mile hike with Naturalist…
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Open House at Old Maid’s Park
When: Saturday, May 16 @ 1-3PM – (Rain Date: Sunday, May 17 @ 1-3PM) Where: Old Maid’s Park is located at 30 Wyantenuck St, Housatonic, MA 01236 What to Expect: Delicious food from Cocinera Latinas Face painting! Live music to…