Events
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Riveting Reptiles
Somerset Public Library 1464 County Street, Somerset, MA**REGISTRATION FULL - WAIT LIST ONLY** The Taunton River Watershed is home to many interesting and exciting reptiles, from snakes to turtles, that all have an important role to play! Come learn all about these incredible creatures with us. We’ll explore tactile biofacts, play an interactive game, and wrap up with a craft that participants can take home. We'll also visit with TRWA's ambassador terrain, Ms. T! For ages 5-12. Registration Link: https://somerset-ma.whofi.com/calendar/event/424771
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Intro to Nature Photography Class
Stoughton Public Library 84 Park St., Stoughton, MALearn intro to photography skills for devices from iPhone to DSLR! We will practice these skills both indoors and outdoors, and we will wrap-up with a group skills-sharing discussion. Open to photographers of all ages and abilities! This event is free and open to the public. Registration required. Registration Link: https://stoughton.libcal.com/event/16604948
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Mesmerizing Macroinvertebrates
Bridgewater Public Library 15 South St, Bridgewater, MALearn all about the tiny yet important creatures that live in our local waterways! We'll begin by discussing what a macroinvertebrate is, where we can find them, and what they do. We'll then explore live macroinvertebrates from a local waterway using magnifying glasses, ID sheets, and other helpful tools. We'll wrap up by making a caddisfly craft with recycled and natural materials for participants to take home! Registration required. Register online here!
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Nature As Inspiration: Local Nature Artist Panel
Stoughton Public Library 84 Park St., Stoughton, MAJoin us for conversation with local artists and photographers to learn about their backgrounds, styles, inspiration, advice to beginners, and more! Featured guests include Zannah Noe, Jordan Paul, and Lisa Hankerson-Lingelbach. This event is free and open to the public. To register, visit: https://stoughton.libcal.com/event/16604954
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Monarchs & Megamoth
Somerset Public Library 1464 County Street, Somerset, MACome learn about the monarch butterfly and its life cycle! We’ll talk all about where monarchs live, what they do, and why they play an important role in our local watershed! We’ll explore tactile monarch biofacts, play an interactive migration game, and wrap up with a craft that participants can take home! For ages 5-12. Registration required. Register online here!
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All About Assessing Water Quality
Dighton Rock State Park Bayview Ave, Berkley, MA, United StatesJoin us to learn about water quality in the Taunton River Watershed! We'll be joined by a panel of local stakeholders who will walk attendees through how water quality is measured and how to make sense of the data in engaging, easy to understand presentations. Afterwards, visit the interactive stations, each offering hands-on activities that highlight different aspects of water quality monitoring and the science behind it. For ages 8+. Hosted in collaboration with the Friends of Dighton Rock and DCR. No registration required. We hope to see you there!
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Monarchs, Milkweed, & Migration!
Bridgewater Public Library 15 South St, Bridgewater, MAWe'll begin by learning about the monarch butterfly and its life cycle through group discussion and tactile exploration, followed by an interactive migration game. We'll wrap up with a monarchs-inspired craft that participants can take home! Registration required. Register online here!
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Guided Walk: Fall Bug Walk with Blake Dinius
Picone Farm 415 Plymouth St., Middleboro, MAJoin us at Picone Farm in Middleboro, MA for an exciting guided walk with Plymouth County Extension Entomologist Blake Dinius! During a 1.5-mile roundtrip walk, we will learn all about the insect species that can be found in the Taunton River Watershed, what they do, where they live, and what makes them so cool! Wear sturdy shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Registration required. Register here!
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Angler Education Day: Learn to Fish!
Watson Pond State Park 1644 Bay St., Taunton, MALearn to Fish with TRWA, MassWildlife, & DCR Have you ever wanted to learn how to fish? Now’s your chance, let the MassWildlife Angler Education Program be your guide. We’ll have equipment on hand for use, as well as terminal tackle, and live bait. You’ll learn the basics, from casting out, to baiting up, and the best part - you’ll be able to fish. So come try your hand at this great pastime, guaranteed to catch some fun! Pre-registration is required. Please note: This is not a kids only program, but an all-inclusive fishing clinic for anyone of any age…
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Community Litter Cleanup
Taunton High School 50 Williams St, Taunton, MAJoin us for an afternoon of community and environmental action at Taunton High School! We’ll meet in the parking lot and spend the afternoon cleaning up litter around the campus. Safety vests, trash bags, gloves, and litter pickers will be provided. Registration required. Register here!
