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SUMMARY:Could Bugging Be the New Birding?  Tiny Creatures\, Big Discoveries!
DESCRIPTION:Discover the wonderful world of bugs that you can observe right in your own backyard! If you garden with native plants\, your yard is already hosting a vibrant\, miniature safari through bug-land. Finding and observing these small\, colorful creatures can be just as rewarding—and easy—as birdwatching! \nWith both birds and bugs on the decline\, see what you can do about it\, especially through native plant gardening. Learn some tips on how to use your smartphone as a tool for taking stunning\, detailed bug photos\, and apps like iNaturalist to help identify and easily log what you discover as part of a worldwide citizen science database. \nUnder the theme of “Buzz\, Crawl\, Flutter\, Wow!”\, attendees will be introduced to a fascinating cast of local characters\, including butterflies\, moths\, bees\, dragonflies\, ladybugs\, and spiders. Prepare to be amazed by the hidden\, dramatic spectacles playing out in the undergrowth: emerald bees packing copious amounts of pollen onto their legs\, clearwing moths that perfectly mimic hummingbirds\, tiny candy colored leafhoppers that shoot honeydew drops out their posterior\, carnivorous mantises stalking foraging bees\, and clever spiders masquerading as ants. The presentation will also feature an intimate look at the awe-inspiring lifecycle of monarch butterflies\, tracing their miraculous journey from a tiny egg to a winged marvel. \nOur guide for the evening is Ted Kuklinski\, an amateur bird and bug enthusiast who has been fascinated by the natural world since childhood. His focus shifted closer to home when his own front yard transitioned to milkweed and native plants\, revealing an unexpected explosion of life. A dedicated local conservationist\, Ted is a past president of the Newton Conservators\, steward of the Dolan Pond Conservation Area\, a board member of the Friends of Wellington Park\, and a key organizer of the popular Newton Monarch Festival and Newton Pollinator Garden Tour. \nThis free presentation is proudly cosponsored by the Newton Free Library\, the Newton Conservators\, Newton Parks\, Recreation & Culture\, and the Newton Community Pollinator Project. \nRegistration for this FREE event is encouraged\, and you’ll get a reminder if you sign up. Walk-ins are also welcome.
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/could-bugging-be-the-new-birding-tiny-creatures-big-discoveries/
LOCATION:Newton Free Library – Druker Auditorium\, 330 Homer Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Conservators":MAILTO:info@newtonconservators.org
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Sales at Farmers Market Opening Days
DESCRIPTION:There will be native plant vendors at the opening day of both weekly Newton Farmers Markets this year. Bold Meadows will be attending the Newton North High School Farmers Market on Saturday\, June 20th\, 9:30 am-12:30 pm. Red Trillium Gardens and Hilltop Natives will be at the Cold Spring Park Market on Tuesday\, June 23rd from 1:30-6 pm. Now is still a great time to plant to support our native bees\, butterflies\, and birds with the indigenous plants they need!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/native-plant-sales-at-farmers-market-opening-days/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Cold Spring Park\, Beacon Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Community Pollinator Project":MAILTO:friendsofcoldspringpark@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Sales at Farmers Market Opening Days
DESCRIPTION:There will be native plant vendors at the opening day of both weekly Newton Farmers Markets this year. Bold Meadows will be attending the Newton North High School Farmers Market on Saturday\, June 20th\, 9:30 am-12:30 pm. Red Trillium Gardens and Hilltop Natives will be at the Cold Spring Park Market on Tuesday\, June 23rd from 1:30-6 pm. Now is still a great time to plant to support our native bees\, butterflies\, and birds with the indigenous plants they need!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/native-plant-sales-at-farmers-market-opening-days/2026-06-20/2/
LOCATION:Cold Spring Park\, Beacon Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Community Pollinator Project":MAILTO:friendsofcoldspringpark@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Sales at Farmers Market Opening Days
DESCRIPTION:There will be native plant vendors at the opening day of both weekly Newton Farmers Markets this year. Bold Meadows will be attending the Newton North High School Farmers Market on Saturday\, June 20th\, 9:30 am-12:30 pm. Red Trillium Gardens and Hilltop Natives will be at the Cold Spring Park Market on Tuesday\, June 23rd from 1:30-6 pm. Now is still a great time to plant to support our native bees\, butterflies\, and birds with the indigenous plants they need!
URL:https://www.newtonbeacon.org/event/native-plant-sales-at-farmers-market-opening-days/2026-06-20/1/
LOCATION:Cold Spring Park\, Beacon Street\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Newton Community Pollinator Project":MAILTO:friendsofcoldspringpark@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Newton Pollinator Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Second Annual Newton Pollinator Garden Tour will be held on Sunday\, September 15th\, 2024 from 1 to 4 pm with a rain date of Sunday\, September 22\, 2024. One more garden with refreshments and chatting with tour organizers and fellow gardeners from 4-5:30. The tour will be focused on pollinator gardens with mostly native plants in Newton Center\, Newton Highlands\, and West Newton this year with a mix of both public and private gardens. Preregistration is requested and maps of the gardens and plant lists will be supplied to registrants ahead of time by email. Free registration is available below. With the map you can visit the gardens at your own pace. Most of the gardens on the tour will have gardeners to answer any questions you may have. \nWhy pollinator gardens? Gardens with native plants can be both beautiful and functional at sustaining our pollinators. Our environment is at risk because of precipitous declines in native plants and the insects\, birds\, and other animals that depend on those plants. Check out the Newton Pollinator Toolkit to find out recommended plants for different conditions in Newton! If you are inspired by the tour\, you will be able to buy your favorite native plants through a Native Plant Pop-up Sale at the subsequent Cold Spring Park Farmers Market\, Tuesday\, September 17\, 1:30 – 6:30\, from GrowNative Massachusetts\, Bluestem Natives\, Lady Fern Farm\, and other responsible vendors. \nThe tour is being organized by the Newton Community Pollinator Project in conjunction with the Newton Conservators\, Newton Parks Recreation and Culture Department\, Green Newton\, Friends of Cold Spring Park\, Friends of Wellington Park\, and Mothers Out Front Newton.
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