Fish Forensics
Maritime Gloucester and the Gloucester Education Foundation have teamed up to create an intensive hands-on, minds on introductory genetics program for Gloucester Public School students entering grades 9 through 12.
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Fun in the Field at IRWS
As the weather warms, our fields become alive with activity. Spend an early June afternoon chasing butterflies, grasshoppers, and crickets with nets while taking some time to closely observe these amazing insects. We may also encounter some predators of the field, such as leopard frogs and garter snakes! This will be a hands-on experience the entire family can enjoy.
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Saturday, June 8, 2013 1-2:30 pm
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Take a Walk on the Wild Side: Mud Flats at Joppa
Come to Joppa Flats Education Center where adults and children can learn about the transitional habitat of the mud flats at Joppa and spend quality family time in the great outdoors finding, observing, and admiring local wildlife. Excursions include a group game to burn off some steam, an on-the-water scavenger hunt, or a guided tour. We'll observe, investigate, and compare coastal environments and their inhabitants, both on- and offshore.
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Sunday, April 7, 2013 9:30am - 12:00 pm
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Kayak Family Paddle on Plum Island Sound
Late spring is a great time to experience on-the-water ecology, and kayaking is the perfect way to capture every moment. From wading birds to waterfowl, the salt marshes provide the backdrop to sights and sounds that are uniquely available from the water. Kayaking quietly on the calm waters of the Plum Island Sound, we'll visit secluded areas where we can witness wildlife without disturbing their activities. We may even see horseshoe crabs mating!
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Sunday, June 9, 2013 10am - 2pm
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Learn CPR at Sawyer Free Library
In this course by Family & Friends CPR, you will learn how to properly identify and care for breathing, choking, and cardiac emergencies with infants, children and adults. Infant and child CPR is indispensable for parents, babysitters, teachers, program staff, and anyone else who is in frequent contact with infants and small children. This is a non-certified course and is intended for people who want to learn CPR but do not need a completion card or other certification.
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Friday, May 24, 2013 10am-Noon
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Sense of Wonder Walk: Fairy Houses
What would happen if you built a house for fairies? Chances are high that you would see nature's visitors first. After reading [amazon 978-0970810458 inline] by Tracy Kane, participants will venture out on the sanctuary to create our own homes using natural nonliving materials.
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Sunday, May 5, 2013 1-2:30 pm
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Volunteers Needed at Long Hill Gardens!
The Long Hill Flower Fields need volunteers to help with the PYO flower programs and to staff their booth at the Beverly Farmers' Market. Teens and adults can fulfill their community service obligation with these programs. Come volunteer at this beautiful location and help preserve a wonderful community resource! Contact Beth O'Grady by email.
Spring Invitation Nights!
Come to Downtown Newburyport and the Tannery Marketplace for Newburyport’s Spring Invitation Nights and jump start the spring season in style! Enjoy merchant hospitality, light refreshments and an opportunity to find a perfect gift for Mom, your favorite graduate, or yourself! Hosted by the Newburyport Chamber of Commerce.
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Friday Evenings, May 3 & 10, 2013 6pm
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Plum Island Surfcasters Workshop
President of the Plum Island Surfcasters, Julio Silva, lets you in on all the secrets of catching stripers in the local waters. Get ready for the season and land your biggest fish this year. Great for all ages, bring your kids, grandkids or a favorite niece or nephew.
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Tuesday, April 30, 7-8:30pm
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Art Club at HW Library
The Hamilton-Wenham Public Library Art Club is for preschool aged children and older to experience different ways of artistic expression. The sessions are free-form and drop-in. Each date focuses on a different theme:
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Fridays, April 26 - May 17, 1-2pm
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Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point
Where: Halibut Point State Park
Holiday Invitation Nights
Where: Downtown Newburyport, Where: Tannery Marketplace
