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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T180000
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SUMMARY:Growing Wildlife-Friendly Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Join Mass Audubon for a gardening workshop! \nAt 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 help wildlife in the Berkshires\, then hear ideas\, design tips\, and lists of garden-worthy natives that can help you choose plants well-suited to your site. \nThis program is primarily indoors\, but may have a short outdoor component at the end to explore plants on-site. See “Instructions and Directions” below for more information on the site where this program will take place. \nLearn more and register at this link: https://www.massaudubon.org/programs/pleasant-valley/101681-growing-wildlife-friendly-gardens?utm_source=pv_apr26_programblast&utm_medium=email+&utm_id=programs \nThis event costs $15-$20. \nDATE: Wednesday\, May 13\nTIME: 6:00pm – 7:30pm\nLOCATION: The Mount\, Edith Wharton’s Home\, 2 Plunkett St\, Lenox\, MA 01240
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/growing-wildlife-friendly-gardens/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett St\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biodiversity,Conservation,Gardening,Talks,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T100000
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SUMMARY:Building Better Soil: A Three-Part Soil Health Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Join the Northeast Organic Farming Situation\, Massachusetts Chapter\, for a 3 part series exploring the living world beneath our feet! \nHealthy soil is the foundation of productive farms and gardens. In this three-part Soil Health Intensive\, participants will explore the living world beneath our feet and learn practical strategies for building resilient\, fertile soil. Together we’ll uncover the foundational principles that support thriving growing spaces while examining the physical\, chemical\, and biological pillars of soil health. \nEach workshop will focus on one of these core soil properties and introduce practical tools\, observations\, and management strategies that growers can apply in their own farms\, gardens\, and landscapes. \nThe series will take place at Mount Wachusett Community College in Gardner\, MA. While attending all three sessions provides the most complete learning experience\, participants are welcome to attend one\, two\, or all three workshops throughout the season. Please see individual event pages for details. \nThis educational series is supported by the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP)\, which helps farmers explore soil-building practices and provides resources for those interested in transitioning to organic production. \nLearn more and register at this link: https://www.nofamass.org/series/building-better-soil-a-three-part-soil-health-intensive/ \nDATE: Friday\, April 17 | Friday\, May 29 | Friday\, June 26\nTIME: 10:00am – 4:00pm\nLOCATION: Mount Wachusett Community College\, 444 Green Street\, Gardner\, MA 01440
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/building-better-soil-a-three-part-soil-health-intensive/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Mount Wachusett Community College\, 444 Green St.\, Gardner\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Meetings,Farming,Gardening,plants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T110000
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SUMMARY:Discover Greylock Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Mount Greylock State Reservation for a lively hike! \nSuitable 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 weather and wear sturdy shoes. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring water\, a snack\, bug spray and sunscreen. Trekking poles are recommended. Inclement weather cancels. Meeting locations vary. For more information and to register\, call the Visitor Center at (413) 499-4262. \nThis event is free. \nDATE: Friday\, May 8 | Friday\, May 22 | Friday\, May 29\nTIME: 11:00am – 2:00pm\nLOCATION: Meeting locations vary
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/discover-greylock-hike/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Mount Greylock State Reservation
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family Programming,Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T190000
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SUMMARY:Forms and Transformations in the Butterfly World
DESCRIPTION:The West Stockbridge Historical Society Presents: Forms and Transformations in the Butterfly World. \nNext up in the Berkshire Nature Talk Series: \nRyan Shea\, The Nature Institute \nButterflies are among nature’s most captivating organisms\, dazzling us with their colors\, patterns\, and the remarkable transformation from caterpillar to winged adult. But what can they teach us about the deeper rhythms of the natural world? In this talk\, Ryan Shea invites us to slow down and truly observe butterflies: to notice how their shapes and colors shift and transform\, and to help us discover a “living understanding of nature.” He draws on an approach to nature observation developed by the German writer and scientist Johann Wolfgang von Goethe\, which asks us to follow what we actually see rather than jump to explanation. \nAbout the Speaker: Ryan Shea is a researcher and educator at The Nature Institute in Ghent\, New York\, where he explores how people can develop a deeper\, more meaningful connection with the natural world — with a special focus on plants and insects. \n$10 suggested donation for nonmembers. \nDATE: Friday\, May 15\nTIME: 7:00pm – 8:30pm\nLOCATION: Old Town Hall\, 9 Main St\, West Stockbridge\, MA 01266
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/forms-and-transformations-in-the-butterfly-world/
LOCATION:Old Town Hall\, 9 Main St\, West Stockbridge\, MA\, 01266\, United States
CATEGORIES:Butterflies,Community Events,Talks
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nTo learn more\, visit https://www.beefriendlywilliamstown.org/home. \nDATE: Saturday\, May 16\nTIME: 9:00am\nLOCATION: The Spruces\, 60 Main St\, Williamstown\, MA 01267
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/bird-walk/
LOCATION:The Spruces\, 60 Main St.\, Williamstown\, MA
CATEGORIES:Biodiversity,Birding,Community Events,Hikes,Outdoor Activity,Walks,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Pittsfield Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Every Saturday through October\, rain or shine! \nFind more details here: farmersmarketpittsfield.org \nDATE: Saturday\, May 9 – Saturday\, October 31\nTIME: 9:00am – 1:00pm\nLOCATION: The Common\, 100 First St\, Pittsfield\, MA 01201
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/pittsfield-farmers-market/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Pittsfield Common\, 100 1st St.\, Pittsfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Complete Approaches to Fertility: Soil to Foliar
DESCRIPTION:Join the Massachusetts chapter of the Northeast Organic Farming Association for an all day event about soil! \nYour farm’s fertility plan doesn’t have to be a guessing game. With the right tools and approach\, it can be grounded\, methodical\, informed and even fun. \nIn this full-day\, hands-on workshop\, we’ll explore practical ways to assess soil health and develop effective fertility strategies\, with a focus on agroforestry systems. The morning will center on building a clear\, functional understanding of soil health through biological\, physical\, and chemical lenses. Participants will practice simple\, field-based assessments to better understand compaction\, soil structure\, and nutrient dynamics\, and discuss amendment and management strategies that support soil function over time\, especially in degraded or transitioning landscapes. \nAfter lunch\, we’ll shift our focus to foliar sprays: liquid nutrient and biological applications applied directly to plant leaves. Foliar sprays can be a powerful tool on any farm\, and particularly in agroforestry systems\, where perennial crops\, young trees\, and compromised soils often benefit from targeted\, responsive nutrition. Used thoughtfully\, they can help support plant health\, improve nutrient uptake\, and reduce stress while longer-term soil improvements take hold. Participants will learn how to choose appropriate foliar strategies\, mix and apply sprays\, and evaluate their effectiveness in the field. \nThis event is free. \nRegister online at this link: https://secure.givelively.org/event/northeast-organic-farming-association-massachusetts-chapter/2026-education-events/complete-approaches-to-fertility-soil-to-foliar \nTo learn more\, visit https://www.nofamass.org/event/complete-approaches-to-fertility-soil-to-foliar/ \nDATE: Saturday\, May 16\nTIME: 9:00am – 4:00pm\nLOCATION: Big River Chestnuts New Field\, 0 Settright Road\, Deerfield\, MA 01373
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/complete-approaches-to-fertility-soil-to-foliar/
LOCATION:Big River Chestnuts New Field\, 0 Settright Road\, Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farming,plants
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SUMMARY:Forest\, Fields\, and Waterfalls Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join 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 & Director Aimee Gelinas. \nTo register\, email full_circle_o@yahoo.com. To learn more\, visit www.tamarackhollow.org. \nThis event costs $20. \nDATE: Saturday\, May 16 | Saturday\, June 6\nTIME: 10:00am – 12:30pm\nLOCATION: Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center\, 1515 Savoy Hollow Rd\, Windsor\, MA 01270
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/forest-fields-and-waterfalls-hike/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center\, 1515 & 1516 Savoy Hollow Rd.\, Windsor\, MA
CATEGORIES:Hikes,Native Plants,Outdoor Activity,Walks
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SUMMARY:Open House at Old Maid's Park
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, May 16 @ 1-3PM – (Rain Date: Sunday\, May 17 @ 1-3PM)\nWhere: Old Maid’s Park is located at 30 Wyantenuck St\, Housatonic\, MA 01236 \nWhat to Expect: \n\nDelicious food from Cocinera Latinas\n\nFace painting!\n\nLive music to relax and enjoy the setting\n\nNative Plant Identification Walk — learn how to recognize common native species and understand their role in supporting local ecosystems\n\nMacroinvertebrate Identification — discover the small aquatic creatures living in the pond and what they reveal about water quality and ecosystem health\n\nActivities for all ages\, with plenty for families to enjoy together\n\nWhat You Can Bring: \n\nBlankets or lawn chairs\, toys and games for kids\nA spirit of connection and community\n\n\nThis project is centered on listening to the community—how the park is cared for\, how people access and use it\, and what its future could look like. Through events like this open house\, BEAT is creating space for people to come together\, share ideas\, and help shape the park’s future.
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/open-house-at-old-maids-park/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T180000
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SUMMARY:A Nature Year at Pleasant Valley: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Immerse 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 like-minded\, curious adults\, and receive the many benefits of spending time outdoors. \nThroughout the spring\, explore spectacular seasonal phenomena including the migration of salamanders and songbirds. \nWe will usually start inside with an introduction and then head out for our adventure in the field which will be at least 90 minutes outside. We’ll travel mainly on trails and boardwalks\, actively exploring and experiencing various habitats and sanctuary spots. \nAdult Program\n \nRegistration covers 3 classes starting April 18. \nLearn more and register at this link: https://www.massaudubon.org/programs/pleasant-valley/98862-a-nature-year-at-pleasant-valley-spring-3-months \nDATES/TIMES: Sat. April 18\, 6:00pm – 8:00pm; Sat. May 16\, 7:00am – 9:00am; Sat. June 20\, 8:00pm – 10:00pm \nLOCATION: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 W Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA 01240
URL:https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/event/a-nature-year-at-pleasant-valley-spring/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary\, 472 West Mountain Rd\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,Outdoor Activity,Talks,Walks,Wildlife
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