Come see Nature By The Yard at these public programs. Call the hosting organization for registration information and to make reservations.
Fri. May 4, 1-7pm Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve Native Plant Sale-Members Day. Members of the Preserve can purchase unusual as well as more common native wildflowers, ferns, shrubs, trees and ground covers. This annual fund raiser helps the Preserve’s mission of conservation and understanding of native plants. Not a member? No problem. You can join when you come. Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve New Hope, Pa. 215.862.2924 http://bhwp.org
Sat. May 5- Sun. May 13 Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve Native Plant Sale. Stop by the Preserve to peruse and buy a variety of native plants sustainably raised and ready to take home. You can also get information about how to use these amazing plants in your landscape and learn how using natives helps promote a healthy ecosystem. Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve New Hope, Pa. 215.862.2924 http://bhwp.org
Wed. May 9 10-11am Toddler Walk. Children ages 18-36 months can bring an adult as we discover the world around us through story, outdoor exploration and craft. Stony Brook Millstone Watershed Association. Reservations: 609.737.7592. Fee.
Fri. June 8 10-11am Toddler Walk. Children ages 18-36 months can bring an adult as we discover the world around us through story, outdoor exploration and craft. Stony Brook Millstone Watershed Association. Reservations: 609.737.7592. Fee.
Wed. June 13 6:30-8:30pm. Fireflies and other Creatures of the Night. Bring the family to kick off the Summer Reading Theme- “Dream Big” at the Lambertville Library. For the first hour, join the children’s librarian for stories and crafts then, join me as we learn about fireflies and other nocturnal animals. After our short indoor presentation, we will venture outdoors to catch any of the illuminated insects we see. All fireflies will be released unharmed. Bring your own firefly catcher. Kids are welcome to come in the pjs. Lambertville Library 609.397.0275.
Fri. June 29. 10:30-11:30am. Dream Big. Join me as we learn about nocturnal animals and the adaptations they possess that help them survive and thrive the darkness. Hightstown Library. Free. 609-448-1474
Sat. June 30. 7-9pm Family Firefly Foray. Bring the family to this fun event where we will learn about the natural fireworks that light up the night sky. We will make our own firefly catcher, then venture out to catch some of this iconic symbols of summer. As the sun sets, we will walk some of the woodland trails of the preserve to learn about other creatures that party after dark. All fireflies will be released unharmed. Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve New Hope, Pa. 215.862.2924. Reservations needed. Fee.
