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SUMMARY:Fourth Annual Earth Day Expo at the Groton Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Avalonia is proud to be an exhibitor at this annual\, family-friendly event\, featuring 50+ exhibitors\, community organizations\, and vendors sharing resources and information on sustainable initiatives\, green living\, and more. \n \nJoin us for a fun-filled day of caring for our planet. This event will be held rain or shine\, and additional parking will be available at Thrive 55+ Active Living Center.\n \nVisit Fourth Annual Earth Day Expo to find out more\n \n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/fourth-annual-earth-day-expo-at-the-groton-public-library/
LOCATION:Groton Public Library\, 52 Newtown Road\, Groton\, CT\, 06340
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Exploration,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T160000
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SUMMARY:Groton Earth Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE! \nJoin Avalonia and scores of vendors at the Groton Public Library on Saturday\, April 26\, 2025 (rain or shine)\, from 11 am – 4 PM for this annual event that aims to educate and inspire attendees to live more sustainably and take meaningful action against climate change. \nStay tuned for more details about the day’s activities and events.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/groton-earth-day-2025/
LOCATION:Groton Public Library\, 52 Newtown Road\, Groton\, CT\, 06340
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T233000
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CREATED:20250128T215013Z
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SUMMARY:Avalonia's 2025 Photo Contest
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars! \nAvalonia’s 2025 Photo Contest is in the works\, and we wanted to make sure you have ample time to take and submit images. Participants will be asked to submit photos in one or all three categories\, soon to be announced. \nThe contest will run April 1\, 2025 – September 1\, 2025 \nFor info on past contests and winners\, visit the 2024 Photo Contest page.  \n  \nFeatured image by Galo M. Sarmiento\, taken at Barrett Preserve
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/avalonias-2025-photo-contest/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Preserves
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T192000
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CREATED:20250226T005400Z
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SUMMARY:Trust for Public Land (TPL) Presentation at Norwich City Hall
DESCRIPTION:Honor Lawler\, Trust for Public Land (TPL) Project Manager\, will present a review of the work TPL\, a frequent Avalonia collaborator\, does across Connecticut\, including projects in the State’s distressed municipalities. \nAccessibility Note: One on-street accessible parking space\, plus additional accessible parking across the street on the upper level of parking garage. Building is highly accessible to people with disabilities. For more information about accessibility\, including communication access\, please contact Elanah Sherman at elanahs@gmail.com or (860) 614-7200. 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/trust-for-public-land-tpl-presentation-at-norwich-city-hall/
LOCATION:Norwich City Hall\, 100 Broadway\, Norwich\, CT\, 06360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T140000
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SUMMARY:Public Forum on Cedar Wood Preserve Trail Accessibility
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Avalonia members and their friends! \nYou are encouraged to attend a public forum on the design of a highly accessible trail at Cedar Wood Preserve in Norwich. Part of Avalonia’s comprehensive accessibility initiative\, this event will feature landscape architect Chad Frost of Kent+Frost\, who will present his provisional design. No advance registration is required. \nThe trail\, in the meadow portion of this 47-acre property on North Wawecus Hill Road\, will be Avalonia’s first to meet the stringent requirements of the Forest Service Trail Accessibility Guidelines. The forum\, organized in conjunction with the Disabilities Network of Eastern Connecticut\, will provide an opportunity for the Avalonia community and the public to offer ideas and feedback before the design is finalized. Once completed\, the plan will be the centerpiece of a grant application to the State of Connecticut for the funding of trail construction. \n  \nDetails: \nFriday\, December 6\, 2024\n1:00 pm – 2:00 pm \n  \nOtis Library Community Room\n261 Main Street\nNorwich\, CT 06360 \n  \nOtis Library is accessible to people with disabilities. Two accessible parking spaces are available in front of the building. This event will be sign language interpreted. \nFor more information\, please contact Elanah Sherman\, elanahs@gmail.com or 860-614-7200.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/public-forum-on-cedar-wood-preserve-trail-accessibility/
LOCATION:Otis Library Community Room\, 261 Main Street\, Norwich\, 06360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20240911T170709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T170836Z
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SUMMARY:Celebration of the Wood-Pawcatuck Wild and Scenic Rivers Stewardship Council Community Grant Program
DESCRIPTION:Green Fall River at Yannatos Preserve\nThe Wood-Pawcatuck Wild & Scenic Rivers Stewardship Council is hosting an event at Grey Sail Brewing in Westerly\, RI on September 22\, 2024 from 11:00 – 3:00 to celebrate their Community Grants Program\, their partners in conservation\, and the various projects funded over the last year. \nAvalonia will host an  informational table with a poster presentation highlighting recent access and ecological enhancements at the Yannatos Preserve in North Stonington. All are welcome to join in the festivities. \nGrey Sail will have wood fired pizza and beverages (including non-alcoholic) available for purchase. Complementary water and cups will be provided. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/celebration-of-the-wood-pawcatuck-wild-and-scenic-rivers-stewardship-council-community-grant-program/
LOCATION:Grey Sail Brewing\, 63 Canal St.\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Conservation,Educational,Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T150000
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SUMMARY:Water Fest 2024!!
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Alliance for the Mystic River Watershed\, Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center\, and the Lantern Hill Valley Alliance\, come immerse yourself in issues of Community\, Collaboration\, Water\, and Watershed Protection! \n\n7:30-9 For early-bird hikers! Choose easy or rugged hikes on Lantern Hill\n​9:30-4 Waterfest 24\, at 72a Long Pond Road (the area between Homestead and Long Pond roads)\n​9:15\, 11:45\, 1:45 Boat-cleaning demos: With hydrilla threatening in nearby lakes\, it is important for everyone to observe best practices when moving a boat (even a kayak) from place to place.\n​10 Yootây Singers honor the water who gives us life \n11 Conversation Circle : Rahiem Eleazer\, Tobias Glaza\, Ed Lamoreaux\, Maggie Favretti\, Brenda Geer lead a discussion about how to collaborate across local cultural boundaries.\n12 and 2 Guided Paddles to see where the fishway to bring river herring home will go\n1pm Conversation Circle : Pollution Solutions and How to Make a Difference\n\n​All Day: Swimming and Paddling \nFun Learning Activities and opportunities to share your knowledge and hear from local experts about how to care for the water and keep each other safe.   \nParticipate in building our huge relationship map that shows how among all of us we know everyone!  \nTake part in the Mashantucket Pequot Museum’s Harvest Moon Market\, only four minutes away! (11-3) \nDetails and Registration by visiting the Alliance for the Mystic River Watershed homepage or by clicking here.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/water-fest-2024/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Conservation,Educational,Family,Festivals,On the Water,Volunteering,Water
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T193000
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SUMMARY:Help to Build Screech-Owl Nesting Boxes
DESCRIPTION:As part of a Girl Scout Gold Award Project\, you are invited you to join in with other members of the community to assist in building a total of 20 screech-owl nesting boxes.  The event will take place on the evening of September 16 from 6:00-7:30 at the First Congregational Church in Norwich and has been planned and organized by the prospective Gold Award recipient. If needed there will be a second day of building on September 30th (more details to follow) All are welcome! \nThe Eastern Screech-Owl is thought to be a species in gradual decline in the region.  These boxes will serve as enhancements to their natural habitat and provide a safe and secure nesting area for these small owls.  Our stewardship team has identified a number of suitable locations across Avalonia Preserves where these boxes will eventually be installed. Please REGISTER HERE for this free event! \n-This project is funded in part by a grant from the Connecticut Ornithological Society. \n  \n  \n– \n  \n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/help-to-build-screech-owl-nesting-boxes/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, Norwich \, CT\, 81 East Town Street\, Norwich\, CT\, 06360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Conservation,Stewardship,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20240815T183834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T183902Z
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SUMMARY:Cooper Preserve Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the Cooper Preserve! There will be a dedication\, remarks\, and refreshments! \nDate: Saturday\, September 7 \nTime: 10 a.m.\nLocation: 41 Hewitt Rd. N. Stonington\nParking: Park across the street in the Hewitt Farm parking lot (the road is gravel)
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/cooper-preserve-grand-opening-and-ribbon-cutting/
LOCATION:Cooper Preserve\, 41 Hewitt Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Preserves
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20240620T130329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T130329Z
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SUMMARY:Wequetequock Cove Clean Water Coalition Festival
DESCRIPTION:Avalonia will join other organizations and core communities on Sunday July 14 for the Wequetequock Cove Clean Water Coalition  (WCCWC) Festival! \nFunded in part through a grant from the Long Island Sound Stewardship Fund\,  this free festival is designed to engage the local community\, recruit members for the WCCWC\, and provide education about the watershed.  Avalonia has a number of preserves and conservation easements within the watershed and is committed to the coalition’s efforts to enhance the quality of drinking water and recreational and ecological values within the Anguilla Brook/Inner Wequetequock Cove watershed. \nThis promises to be an educational\, fun-filled\, family-friendly experience\, with music\, food\, and drink as well as an optional post-festival paddle in the outer Cove. \nDETAILS: \nDate: July 14\, 2024 \nTime: 10 AM – 2 PM (Optional paddle: 3 PM – 5 PM)\n \nLocation:\n \nLandside: The Hounds\n                769 Stonington Rd\n                Stonington\, CT 06378 \nPaddle Launch Site: Barn Island boat launch\n \nSecondary Launch Site: Stonington Marina (for equipment rental and non-paddlers) \nEntry: Free to outdoor exhibits\n \nHope to see you there!\n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/wequetequock-cove-clean-water-coalition-festival/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Conservation,Educational,Family,Festivals,Recreation,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T193000
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CREATED:20240528T155430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T155430Z
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SUMMARY:GO (Get Outdoors) Groton
DESCRIPTION:Join Avalonia as we participate in an informational session about GO GROTON\, dedicated to increasing access to nature for ALL kids. Bring the kids for a special species talk from our friends at Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/go-get-outdoors-groton/
LOCATION:Groton Community Center\, 61 Fort Hill Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T191748Z
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SUMMARY:Earthfest CT 2024
DESCRIPTION:The community comes together for an expressive celebration featuring environmental organizations (like us!)\, live animal exhibits\, fun food vendors\, and musical guests at McCook Point Park. \nCome visit and say hello. We’ll have lots of info to share and a fun activity for the kids! \nVisit www.earthdayeverydayct.org for more info.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/earthfest-ct-2024/
LOCATION:McCook Park\, Niantic\, CT\, 06357\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Family,Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20240308T184257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T184412Z
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SUMMARY:The North Stonington Garden Club’s 2024 Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:The North Stonington Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale is a community event and their biggest fundraiser of the year\, raising funds to support their activities and allowing them to give back to the community through civic planting\, donations to community organizations\, and the Anna Coit Memorial Scholarship. \nCome visit us and say hello. Avalonia will be there showing off our new event booth and displays! \nCheck www.NSGardenClub.org for all the details.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/the-north-stonington-garden-clubs-2024-plant-sale/
LOCATION:North Stonington Elementary School\, 311 Norwich-Westerly Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20240308T214921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T171322Z
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SUMMARY:Honoring Earth Day with a Wild Flora Walk at the Benedict Benson Preserve
DESCRIPTION:  \nLed by Avalonia naturalist Bruce Fellman\, trek through the Benedict Benson Preserve to watch its uplands\, centerpiece stream\, and wetlands come to life with greening ferns\, mosses\, and wildflowers\, from the rare Hepatica to the ubiquitous marsh marigolds. \nREGISTER HERE \n  \nOne of the critical precursors of the passage of the Clean Water Act\, the landmark federal legislation whose 50 years of making a difference was celebrated in 2022\, is Earth Day\, the consciousness-raising holiday for the planet that began in 1970. As part of Avalonia’s ongoing tribute to the CWA\, join naturalist and guide Bruce Fellman as we wade into moving waters\, figuratively\, if not literally\, at the Benedict Benson Preserve on Sunday\, April 21\, shortly after Earth Day\, from 10 a.m. until noon\, in North Stonington to watch the refuge’s wetlands and its centerpiece stream come to life: a tribute to wise stewardship. \nIn keeping with our theme\, we’ll pay close attention to the area around Lantern Brook\, a delightful woodland stream that flows through the heart of the preserve and is wonderfully photogenic as it tumbles down a boulder field left behind by the glaciers that shaped this land. The area around the brook is paradise for botanists interested in mosses\, ferns\, lichens\, and wildflowers\, and while there are certain to be such stalwarts as Wood anemones\, a number of violets\, and Marsh marigolds in bloom\, there’s one botanical gem known as the hepatica that we’ll scramble up a favored hillside to seek out. Hepaticas thrive in specific\, rather “sweet” soil conditions unusual in our woods\, but Benson has the right stuff in one area. \nThe Preserve features a typical Southern New England post-agricultural-abandonment upland forest dominated by oaks\, beeches\, birches\, and hickories\, many of them fully mature. Some are home to striking Pileated Woodpeckers\, while others support a wide array of hardwood-forest songbirds\, the most intriguing of which is the Cerulean Warbler. This stunning bird\, which is listed as a Species of Special Concern in Connecticut\, has been seen and heard at Benson and the surrounding area\, and is one of the treasures we’ll be looking for as we walk the approximately mile and a half trail system in search of signs of spring. \nThe trailhead for the Benedict Benson Preserve is located at 100 Swantown Hill Road in North Stonington.  A small parking area is on the West side of the road and there’s more parking on either side of Swantown. For more information and to register\, visit the Events Calendar of Avalonia’s website: avalonia.org/events/ Please note: parts of the trail are pretty rugged\, so while my pace is always family-friendly\, the terrain\, particularly our scramble up a rocky hillside in search of wildflowers\, might not be suitable for small kids and the occasional elder. You’ll want to wear waterproof hiking boots\, and trekking poles might be a good idea\, too. Bring water and an energy bar\, and\, of course\, binoculars and cameras.  Don’t hesitate to call or email: 860-599-4867\, or fellnature@sbcglobal.net. \n*** \nAccessibility Note \nAvalonia Accessibility Statement: https://avalonia.org/accessibility-for-people-with-disabilities-statement/ \nAccessibility point person: Mary Anne Sherman\, 860-884-3500 or avalonialc@yahoo.com \n  \n  \n*** \nThe featured image is by Jodi Williams taken at Benedict Benson Preserve. Jodi received an Honorable Mention in the Wildflowers category in Avalonia’s 2023 Photo Contest.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/honoring-earth-day-with-a-wild-flora-walk-at-the-benedict-benson-preserve/
LOCATION:Benedict Benson Preserve\, Swantown Hill Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Exploration,Family,Hikes,Nature,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T160000
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SUMMARY:Groton Earth Day Expo
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us at the Groton Earth Day Expo at the Groton Public Library on Saturday\, April 20\, 2024!  \nThe mission of this event is to provide community members education and resources to live more sustainably. At the inaugural event in 2023\, there were over 40 exhibitors\, crafters\, and guest speakers sharing sustainable initiatives\, green living\, climate awareness\, volunteer opportunities\, and more\, with hundreds of attendees from New London County and beyond.  \nWe look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/groton-earth-day-expo/
LOCATION:Groton Public Library\, 52 Newtown Road\, Groton\, CT\, 06340
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Family,Festivals,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20240216T170444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T170600Z
UID:7323-1709809200-1709812800@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Forum on Proposed Accessible Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join Avalonia Land Conservancy at Otis Library in Norwich for a forum on a proposed accessible trail at Cedar Wood Preserve\, Avalonia’s first fully owned open space property in Norwich. A PowerPoint presentation on the meadow section of this beautiful 47-acre parcel will be followed by questions\, answers\, and discussion. Bring your ideas and perspectives about outdoor equity for people with disabilities!   \nSign language interpretation will be provided.   \nFor more information\, please contact Mary Anne Sherman at avalonialc@yahoo.com or (860) 884-3500. 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/forum-on-proposed-accessible-trail/
LOCATION:Otis Library Community Room\, 261 Main Street\, Norwich\, 06360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20230619T154205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T182816Z
UID:6517-1688817600-1688817600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:CLCC Community Engagement Award Celebration at Cedar Wood Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a ceremony honoring Avalonia Land Conservancy for winning the Connecticut Land Conservation Council’s 2023 Excellence in Community Engagement Award. \nSaturday\, July 8\, 2023 at 12 PM\nat Cedar Wood Preserve in Norwich\, CT\nRain Date: Sunday\, July 9 at 12:00 PM \nThe ceremony\, co-sponsored by Avalonia Land Conservancy and the Connecticut Land Conservation Council\, will feature brief statements by elected officials and will include performances by vocalists Teresa Eickel and Jaime Hamel\, as well as dancers from the youth performance group Blooming Into Greatness. This will be followed by an optional guided ½ mile walk through the relatively flat upper trails of the Preserve.   \nThis event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. Limited seating will be available.  \n  \nAbout Cedar Wood Preserve   \nThe parking lot is at 180 North Wawecus Hill Road in Norwich. The lot has room for four vehicles and is located at the trailhead. Additional parking is available on the side of the road. Click here for more information about Cedar Wood Preserve. \n  \nAccessibility Note  \nParking: A short\, steep\, crushed stone driveway leads to the lot. One of the four spaces is accessible for people with disabilities. \nTrail: The upper trail is grassy and relatively level\, with occasional dips; most areas of the trail are about four feet wide.  \nCommunication: This event\, including the walk\, will be amplified and sign language interpreted. \nIf you have questions regarding the accessibility of this event\, please email Avalonia at Accessibility@avalonialc.org or call 860-884-3500. For Avalonia’s Accessibility Statement\, please visit our website.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/clcc-community-engagement-award-celebration/
LOCATION:Cedar Wood Preserve\, 180 North Wawecus Hill Rd.\, Norwich\, CT\, 06360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Preserves
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20230426T194845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T194845Z
UID:6291-1683975600-1683993600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Earthfest CT
DESCRIPTION:Avalonia is taking part in this year’s Earthfest CT! \nJoin us on Saturday\, May 13 from 11 am – 4 pm at McCook Point Park in Niantic. We’ll be celebrating the earth at this free event which includes food trucks\, music\, activities for kids\, live animals with our friends at DPNC\, and more. \nFor a full list of organizations participating\, visit: http://www.earthdayeverydayct.org
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/earthfest-ct/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20200309T232609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T203437Z
UID:3798-1584180000-1584180000@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Video Filming: Crowd Needed at Knox (CANCELLED)
DESCRIPTION:UPDATED: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED \nJoin us at Knox Preserve (84 Wilcox Road\, Stonington\, CT) on Saturday\, March 14th at 10am to film a special video as a thank you to selected donors. \nYou don’t need to read any lines\, we simply need you to cheer and smile. The more the merrier\, so please invite and bring any family or friends who want to come help out! \nThe rain date is Sunday 3/29 at 1pm\, please keep an eye on our social media in case of cancellation. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/video-filming-crowd-needed-at-knox/
LOCATION:Knox Preserve\, Wilcox Road\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Preserves
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200223T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20200129T155248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T155248Z
UID:3685-1582470000-1582475400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Mystic Green Forum on State Legislation
DESCRIPTION:RSVP here:\nhttps://mysticforumonstatelegislation.eventbrite.com
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/mystic-green-forum-on-state-legislation/
LOCATION:Mystic Congregational Church\, 43 E Main St\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20181017T193806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181017T193806Z
UID:2784-1540494000-1540499400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:INFORMATION SESSION on ballot initiative #2
DESCRIPTION:Dear Friends of Groton’s Environment\,\nNow\, with only 25 days remaining until Nov. 6th when we vote on Ballot Initiative #2\, we’re inviting you to attend an information session to learn more about the reasons for\, and benefits of\, this amendment to Connecticut’s constitution.\nPlease\, mark your calendar and join us for an\n \n\nINFORMATION SESSION\nand Q & A\nGroton Town Hall Annex\n134 Groton Long Point Rd\, Groton\n7:00 – 8:30\, Thursday\, October 25th\nLed by Eric Hammerling\, Executive Director of the Connecticut Forest & Park Association (CFPA)\nSponsored by Groton Conservation Advocates\n\n\n \nWe are thrilled that Eric found time in his packed schedule to speak to us about the amendment because\, in all honesty\, there is no one in the state more qualified to speak about this amendment initiative than Eric. Eric Hammerling has served as CFPA’s Executive Director since May 2008 and is the lead advocate for CFPA at the state legislature where he works primarily on forestry\, recreation\, education\, and trail-related policy issues. (The CFPA\, founded in 1895\, was the first private\, nonprofit\, conservation organization to be established in Connecticut “to develop public appreciation of the value of forests\, and of the urgent need for preserving and using them rightly.”) Recently\, Eric has been advocating tirelessly in support of the constitutional amendment to protect our state public beaches\, parks\, forests\, landmarks\, and wildlife management areas from being given away by the legislature without adequate public input. He founded and is serving as treasurer of the constitutional amendment advocacy organization\, Protect CT Public LandsCoalition\, Inc.\n \n\nThank you and we’ll see you at the Town Hall Annex on the 25th!\n \nLiz Raisbeck and Eugenia Villagra\nCo-Chairs\, Groton Conservation Advocates
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/information-session-on-ballot-initiative-2/
LOCATION:Groton Town Hall Annex\, 134 Groton Long Point Rd\, Groton\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20180413T170850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T170850Z
UID:2453-1524394800-1524405600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Marsh Restoration with Mystic Aquarium at Dodge Paddock and Beal Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join Mystic Aquarium at the Dodge Paddock and Beal Preserve in Stonington Borough as they prepare this unique marshland for the summer! This family friendly event is open to conservationists of all ages\, and the Aquarium will provide work gloves\, buckets and gardening tools. \nCost: No cost but registration is requested to ensure they have all the supplies needed for this event! Contact educationinfo@mysticaquarium.org to register.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/marsh-restoration-with-mystic-aquarium-at-dodge-paddock-and-beal-preserve/
LOCATION:Dodge Paddock & Beal Preserves\, 32 Wall Street\, Stonington Borough\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family,Preserves,Volunteering
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T133000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20180413T170950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T170950Z
UID:2455-1524135600-1524144600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Event at UConn Avery Point
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day with the EcoHuskies on the UConn Avery Point Campus!
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/earth-day-event-at-uconn-avery-point/
LOCATION:UCONN Avery Point Campus\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171027T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20171024T143903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171024T143951Z
UID:2017-1509098400-1509112800@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Mystic River Kayak Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Ram Point Preserve and Downes Marsh are on the schedule for this Mystic River clean-up by kayak hosted by CUSH (Clean Up Sound & Harbor) \nSIGN-UP HERE TO PARTICIPATE \n \n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/mystic-river-kayak-clean-up/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161020T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T122446
CREATED:20161017T134751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161017T134751Z
UID:1315-1476986400-1476991800@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Stonington Resiliency Plan Kick-Off Event
DESCRIPTION:The Town is excited to announce the public event to kick off its Municipal Coastal Resilience Plan on Thursday October 20th 6:00pm at Mystic Aquarium. The event will feature a children’s activity area\, food and interactive sessions to gather public feedback. \nThe focus will be on how Stonington prepares for sea level rise and extreme weather so our community continues to thrive for our children and future generations. The Town and Arup consulting team will present survey findings and other information. Stonington has a long and proud history of settlement dating back to 1649 and the Town is planning for it to thrive well into the future. Current changes in weather patterns and projected sea level rise present significant challenges for our coastal community and the Town is starting to plan in order to better understand the extent of risks we will face in the future and to identify things we can do to adapt and respond to these risks. This resiliency plan is about being wise\, planning ahead\, and protecting people\, places\, and investments. Broad public engagement in this resiliency planning will provide the best chances for success for our efforts and the best use of public and private resources. \nVIEW FLYER
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/stonington-resiliency-plan-kick-off-event/
LOCATION:Mystic Aquarium\, 55 Coogan Blvd.\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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