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January 21, 2018(1 event)

Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 21, 2018 - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25

Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year’s class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year’s artists and writers and the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.

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January 22, 2018(4 events)

Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 21, 2018 - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25

Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year’s class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year’s artists and writers and the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

Nature Nursery

January 22, 2018 10:00 am - 10:45 am

Nature Nursery

Mondays, January 8 - February 26

10 - 10:45 a.m.

(no class Jan. 15 and Feb. 19)

Ages 2-3 with a participating adult

Each week we’ll learn fun nature facts, create crafts and meet exciting animals. Six-week   series fee: members $60, non-members $80. Single class fee: members $12/class,non-members $16/class.  Pre-registration required.  Call: 203-259-6305 ext. 109.

 

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Monthly Bird Walks

January 22, 2018 1:00 pm - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Come out in search of wintering bird species. We will look for horned larks, ducks, hawks, sparrows, yellow-bellied sapsuckers and more. Fee: $5 CAS members; $10 non-members.

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Film Series - Tapped (2009)

January 22, 2018 6:30 pm - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Monday, January 22, 6:30 p.m.
(Snow date: January 23, 6:30 p.m.)

Examines the role of the bottled water industry and its effects on our health, climate change, pollution and our reliance on oil. Representatives from SAVE OUR WATER CONNECTICUT will lead a short discussion after viewing the film. Free admission – donations always appreciated.

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January 23, 2018(2 events)

Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 21, 2018 - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25

Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year’s class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year’s artists and writers and the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

Junior Animal Care Keepers

January 23, 2018 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Tuesdays, January 9 - February 13

3:30 - 5 p.m.

Students in grades 6 and 7

Help care for the Center’s animals. From gross to glamorous, learn about animal husbandry care, preparing and offering food and ensuring they have a healthy setting. Six-week series: members $60/child: non-members $80/child.  Pre-registration required.

 

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January 24, 2018(3 events)

Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 21, 2018 - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25

Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year’s class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year’s artists and writers and the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

Woodpecker Wednesday

January 24, 2018 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Join Miley Bull, Senior Director of Science and Conservation at The Connecticut Audubon Society at Deer Pond Farm for a guided walk along trails to enjoy the sights and sounds of our year round and winter visiting birds, while learning about our woodpeckers.

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January 25, 2018(3 events)

Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 21, 2018 - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25

Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year’s class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year’s artists and writers and the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

After School Nature Club

January 25, 2018 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Pomfret Winter Session–Grades K-6
Thursdays, Jan 18 & 25, Feb 1, 8, 15 & 22 from 3:30 – 5 p.m.

Do your kids need to blow off steam after school? Send them to the Center. After a quick snack, we will head out on the trails to explore and search for animal tracks and sign.  The afternoons will be filled with fresh air, exercise and fun. Wildlife lessons will be quietly inserted along the way.  We will go outside, so warm winter clothing and boots are a must. Fee: $60 for the 6-day session.

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January 26, 2018(1 event)

Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 21, 2018 - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25

Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year’s class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year’s artists and writers and the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 27, 2018(6 events)

Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 21, 2018 - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25

Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year’s class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year’s artists and writers and the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

Winter Walks

January 27, 2018 9:00 am -

These programs will be led by Morgan Allen and Joe Attwater, our teacher-naturalists. Each walk focuses on a different part of our ecosystems.

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Winter Nature Hike

January 27, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Join Miley Bull, Senior Director of Science and Conservation at The Connecticut Audubon Society for fresh air, exercise, good company and naturalist lessons along the trails of Deer Pond Farm! We’ll learn about some of our year round and winter visiting birds while looking for evidence of other local wildlife on this family friendly hike.

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Bilingual (Spanish/English) Walk

January 27, 2018 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

1 p.m.

Join us on a bilingual nature walk as we explore the Larsen Sanctuary.

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Nature Sketchbook Journaling

January 27, 2018 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

You’ll spend time at the Bafflin Sanctuary in Pomfret, sketching and painting nature using pencil, pen and watercolor. Roxanne Steed will show you how to simplify what you see, and teach basic drawing and quick intuitive watercolor techniques. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members. Register at 860-928-4948 and for list of materials to bring.

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Winter Storytelling and Cocoa and Meet Brisby - our new Barred Owl

January 27, 2018 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

1 - 2 p.m.

Join us for a cozy hour of storytelling and a visit with Brisby our newest owl as we sip hot cocoa.  All ages welcome.  $2 suggested donation.

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