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(Postponed until 2022) Women and Girls in Science: Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientists – Meet the Scientists
Mar 13, 2021 10:00AM—11:30AM
This program will finalize our month-long celebration of Women and Girls in Science. Women in STEM careers will be share their experiences and inspirations via a virtual discussion panel. Attendees and their families are encouraged to ask questions of our panel of scientists. Our hope is that families with young girls will reach out to…
View MoreWomen and Girls in Science: Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientists: Stories of Scientific Success
Feb 18, 2021—Mar 06, 2021
RegisterBy registering for the first session of the series (February 11) you will have access to all 9 story sessions. Join our live session on YouTube Thursdays at 3pm and Saturdays at 10am! Sessions will be recorded and shared so you may watch at any time. Thursday sessions at 3 pm on February 11, 18, 25…
View MoreVirtual Slightly Naughty Nature
Feb 13, 2021 7:00PM—8:00PM
RegisterHappy Valentine’s Day! Adults are invited to explore the nature of romance, courtship, and reproduction in the plant and animal world. From the endearing to the bizarre, plants and animals demonstrate LOTS of ways to perpetuate the species. Join us virtually to experience an updated version of the “Birds & the Bee’s”. Please note, this…
View MoreVirtual Pop-Up Nature: Investigating Owls
Jan 16, 2021 1:00PM—2:00PM
RegisterCould there be owls in your neighborhood? Join us for a virtual experience on how to look for owls in your neighborhood. We will share a story, a lesson on owl adaptations, scavenger hunt, craft as well as other resources to help families discover the wonderful world of owls. Coordinator will send participants YouTube Video…
View MoreFlipping the Switch for Solar: Lessons from a recent solar installation
Nov 09, 2020 6:30PM—7:30PM
Virtual
Climate Reality volunteer Doug Marconnet as he shares his experience planning and adding a photovoltaic array to his home, and what that means for his household and our environment. The presentation will be held live online via Zoom.
View MoreA Season for Action: Using Native Plants to Create a Climate Resilient Landscape
Nov 14, 2020 2:00PM
Virtual
Join Alice Thompson, owner of Thompson & Associates Wetlands Services LLC and trained Climate Reality volunteer to learn how to plan natural landscapes that are climate resilient. She will discuss the importance of using our personal outdoor spaces to help plants and animals withstand the stresses of climate change. The presentation will be held live…
View MoreFeeding Time Fun: Turtle Time
Oct 19, 2020 10:00AM—10:30AM
VIRTUAL
RegisterJoin us via Zoom to meet “Boxy”, and “Louise”, Wehr’s resident turtles. Viewers will see how they love to eat! See a turtle skeleton, enjoy a reading of Box Turtle at Long Pond by William T. George and discover why Boxy and Louise have lived at Wehr for 30 years. Registration required
View More24 Hours of Reality: The Climate Crisis & Its Solutions
Oct 10, 2020 7:00PM—8:00PM
Virtual
Join a trained Climate Reality volunteer to see how the climate crisis is impacting our world today and how the actions we choose to take at this unprecedented moment will shape our future. The presentation will be held live online via Zoom.
View MorePop-Up Nature: Sensational Spiders
Dec 19, 2020 1:00PM
Virtual
RegisterDo you remember Charlotte the Spider from “Charlotte’s Web” by E.B. White? Spiders are often portrayed as important figures in various stories and cultural myths. The Legend of Dream Catcher features a spider and its web. Tinsel, a popular holiday decoration, was created to represent a spider’s web. In one myth, Lord Spider was even…
View MorePop-Up Nature: Nature’s Fall Bounty
Nov 28, 2020 1:00PM
Virtual
RegisterJust as families are celebrating the harvest, nature is having its own celebration by producing seeds, nuts and berries. We will share a story A Seed Is Sleepy by Dianna Aston (Author), Sylvia Long (Illustrator), scavenger activity, and craft in celebration of this special time of year. Coordinator will send participants YouTube Video Links for…
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