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SUMMARY:250th Evening History Walk - Sowams Woods
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with an Evening History Walk at Sowams Woods on Thursday\, May 14\, at 4 pm. All ages are welcome. The event is free and open to the public\, regardless of where you live. \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT \nEach of our 2026 History Walks will present elements of Barrington’s history in connection with the location we are visiting. They are held in collaboration with Barrington 250. \nSowams Woods is a 12-acre preserve in Barrington\, RI. It is considered a sacred place by the Pokanoket people\, once reserved for women and childbirth. Sowams Woods was also inhabited by some of the earliest settlers in the region and is now a model of community conservation efforts. \nAbout Barrington 250 \nBarrington celebrates the 250th anniversary of American independence with festivities through July 2026 that invite neighbors and visitors of all ages to commemorate our town’s rich history in establishing and sustaining a democratic nation. Presented in collaboration with community partners\, programs will feature educational events\, civic engagement activities\, ceremonies and celebrations that culminate over the July 4th holiday weekend. Learn more at barrington.ri.gov/250.
URL:https://www.blct.org/event/250th-evening-history-walk-sowams-woods/
LOCATION:Sowams Woods\, South Lake Drive\, Barrington\, Rhode Island\, 02806
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SUMMARY:Learning Series: A Better World Is Possible ~ Global Youth Confront the Climate Crisis
DESCRIPTION:Join award winning environmental journalist Meera Subramanian for an engaging all-ages discussion of her new graphic novel\, A Better World Is Possible: Global Youth Confront the Climate Crisis. We encourage students to attend and participate in this free event. \nThe event will take place on Thursday\, May 14\, at 7 pm in the Salem Family Auditorium at the Barrington Public Library\, our partner in the Land Trust Learning Series.  \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT \nAs climate change quickens—bringing with it extreme weather\, biodiversity loss and humanitarian crises—four teens help organize the world’s largest climate protest. Hundreds of thousands join them\, taking to the streets of New York City and demanding answers. \nHow did climate change get this bad? Who’s to blame? And most importantly: What can we do about it? \nIn their stunning graphic novel\, Meera Subramanian and New York Times best-selling illustrator Danica Novgorodoff share experiences from their lives and those of the four youth activists. Extensively researched interludes answer questions such as “What is climate change?” and “What is environmental (in)justice?” so readers can learn not just the science but the social implications of our changing planet and then explore solutions at hand. \nThey show us that anyone can make meaningful change\, because a better world is possible—and together\, we can create it! A Better World Is Possible will be available for sale at the event. \nAbout Meera Subramanian \nMeera Subramanian is an award-winning freelance journalist who writes narrative nonfiction about home in the personal and planetary sense\, in a time of climate crisis. \nHer work has appeared in publications such as Nature\, The New York Times\, The New Yorker\, Virginia Quarterly Review\, and Orion\, where she is a contributing editor. \nHer first book was A River Runs Again: India’s Natural World in Crisis\, which was short-listed for the 2016 Orion Book Award. A National Geographic Explorer\, Meera has received numerous grants and fellowships. \n  \nThanks to our 2026 Learning Series Sponsors!\n \n \n  \n \nCharles E. Millard General Contractors\, Inc.\nPods Swimming\, East Providence\nJaffe Orthodontics\, Barrington
URL:https://www.blct.org/event/learning-series-a-better-world-is-possible-global-youth-confront-the-climate-crisis/
LOCATION:Barrington Public Library\, 281 County Rd\,\, Barrington\, RI\, 02806\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T180000
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SUMMARY:Art in Nature: Nature Journaling at Allin's Cove
DESCRIPTION:The Art in Nature Program is made possible by the Ronald D. Russo Charitable Fund. \nExperience the unique shoreline preserve of Allin’s Cove\, rich with birdlife\, at mid-tide as the sun is setting on Wednesday\, May 20\, from 6-8 pm. \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT \nVisual and literary artists working in a variety of media are invited to participate. We’ll encourage each other as we explore and document the natural world. Each participant should bring their own journal and pens\, pencils\, watercolors\, easels\, camera or whatever supplies fit your practice. \nThis gathering is focused on the creation of artwork in a natural environment and sharing of ideas and experience among participants. It is not an instructional workshop. \nWe welcome people of all skill levels\, from beginner to professional. Youth under the age of 14 may participate if accompanied by an adult. \nAllin’s Cove \nAllin’s Cove Conservation Area is a 20-acre stretch of marsh\, grassland and wooded upland surrounding a tidal cove along the Providence River in the Northwest corner of Barrington\, RI. The Cove was named for General Thomas Allin\, whose grave still stands in a nearby graveyard. \nIn the early to mid-1900s\, manufacturing facilities in the nearby Bay Spring Village pumped pollution from dye vats and other sources directly into the Cove. In 1959\, the Army Corps of Engineers disposed of dredge spoils on 11 acres of salt marsh and tidal flats at the Cove. \nIn the late 1990s\, restoration efforts began through a partnership with neighborhood advocates\, Save the Bay\, the Town of Barrington\, and the Barrington Land Conservation Trust. The Coastal Resource Management Council obtained a reparation agreement from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers\, resulting in a $760K project to relocate the channel in the cove and restore the salt marsh. \nThe cove supports a variety of aquatic species\, raptors\, song birds\, mammals and pollinating insects.
URL:https://www.blct.org/event/15393/
LOCATION:Allin’s Cove\, Barrington\, Rhode Island\, 02806
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T130000
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SUMMARY:Art in Nature: Nature Journaling at Doug Rayner Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:The Art in Nature Program is made possible by the Ronald D. Russo Charitable Fund. \nDiscover and capture your impressions of the Doug Rayner Wildlife Refuge\, an 80-acre coastal preserve\, at summertime and high tide\, on Saturday\, June 6\, from 1-3 pm. \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT \nVisual and literary artists working in a variety of media are invited to participate. We’ll encourage each other as we explore and document the natural world. Each participant should bring their own journal and pens\, pencils\, watercolors\, easels\, camera or whatever supplies fit your practice. \nThis gathering is focused on the creation of artwork in a natural environment and sharing of ideas and experience among participants. It is not an instructional workshop. \nWe welcome people of all skill levels\, from beginner to professional. Youth under the age of 14 may participate if accompanied by an adult. \nDoug Rayner Wildlife Refuge \nThe Doug Rayner Wildlife Refuge is located on Nockum Hill in Barrington on a peninsula extending into the Barrington River and Hundred Acre Cove estuary. Owned by the Town of Barrington\, the Refuge’s public hiking trails traverse more than 70 acres of field\, forest and shoreline. \nNockum Hill has figured prominently in Barrington’s history. Once home to the Wampanoag people\, it is the site of the first Baptist meetinghouse in the New World. Legend has it that the first shots of King Philip’s War were fired nearby. \nThe town acquired the land in the 1960s and designated it as a wildlife refuge in 1994. The Barrington Land Conservation Trust was granted a conservation easement on the property in 2005 to ensure the property remains protected in perpetuity. This sensitive land is managed by the Doug Rayner Management Committee in collaboration with the Land Trust. \nIn 2000\, the Refuge was named after ardent naturalist Doug Rayner\, a member of the Barrington Conservation Commission and a board member of the Barrington Land Conservation Trust. Doug was instrumental in protecting the marshes and upland buffers of the Palmer and Barrington Rivers\, Nockum Hill and Hundred Acre Cove\, and was active in protecting endangered species and their habitats. \nLong recognized as a property of great natural resource value because of its coastal wetland and habitat\, it includes extensive salt marsh\, shrub-dominated fields\, deciduous forest and farmland. It provides habitat for a wide variety of bird species\, including several special interest species such as clapper rail\, seaside sparrow and marsh wren.
URL:https://www.blct.org/event/art-in-nature-nature-journaling-at-doug-rayner-wildlife-refuge/
LOCATION:Doug Rayner Wildlife Refuge\, 111 George St.\, Barrington\, RI\, 02806\, United States
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SUMMARY:250th Summer History Walk - Johannis Farm Wildlife Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with a Summer History Walk at Johannis Farm Wildlife Preserve on Sunday\, June 7\, at 1 pm. All ages are welcome. The event is free and open to the public\, regardless of where you live. \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT \nEach of our 2026 History Walks will present elements of Barrington’s history in connection with the location we are visiting. They are held in collaboration with Barrington 250. \nJohannis Farm Wildlife Preserve is home to one of the earliest brickmaking operations in the region and was a working farm for many years.  \nJohannis Farm Wildlife Preserve is a 32-acre expanse of field\, forest\, and salt marshes on the border of the Palmer River\, off Sowams Road in Barrington\, RI. Dogs are not allowed on this property. The terrain is gentle but may be wet in places. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear. You may wish to bring a walking stick or poles to assist you when crossing wet areas. It takes about an hour and a half to walk the entire property.  \nAbout Barrington 250 \nBarrington celebrates the 250th anniversary of American independence with festivities through July 2026 that invite neighbors and visitors of all ages to commemorate our town’s rich history in establishing and sustaining a democratic nation. Presented in collaboration with community partners\, programs will feature educational events\, civic engagement activities\, ceremonies and celebrations that culminate over the July 4th holiday weekend. Learn more at barrington.ri.gov/250.
URL:https://www.blct.org/event/250th-summer-history-walk-johannis-farm-wildlife-preserve/
LOCATION:Johannis Farm Wildlife Preserve
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SUMMARY:Land Trust Learning Series & Annual Meeting: Rhode Island's Native Bees
DESCRIPTION:Do you know how many bees are native to Rhode Island? Are we doing enough to help them thrive in the landscape? Join us for a presentation by Casey Johnson\, Research Associate with the University of Rhode Island Bee Lab\, on Monday\, June 8\, in the Salem Family Auditorium at the Barrington Public Library.  \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT \nThe Land Trust will hold its annual meeting at 6 pm in the auditorium. The presentation will follow immediately after at 6:30 pm. The entire event is free and open to the public. You do not need to be a Land Trust member to attend. \nCasey will discuss the diversity of native bees and their importance in our ecosystems. She’ll explore some of the common threats to bees\, such as habitat loss\, invasive species\, pesticide use and climate change. You’ll learn how homeowners\, gardeners and bee enthusiasts can help support native bees and gain a better understanding of how honey bees affect the native bee population. \nAbout Casey Johnson \nCasey Johnson joined the University of Rhode Island Bee Lab in 2019\, where she has worked closely with Dr. Steven Alm\, Professor in the Department of Plant Sciences and Entomology. She also serves as a part-time project coordinator with the Rhode Island Natural History Survey. \nCasey earned a Master of Science in biological and environmental sciences from URI in 2022 and Bachelor of Science in wildlife biology in 2019. \nHer research has included evaluating the Farm Bill conservation plantings for their impact on plant and wild bee responses\, creating a checklist of the bees of Rhode Island and examining the water-foraging preferences of honey bees. \n  \nThanks to our 2026 Learning Series Sponsors!\n \n \n \n  \n \nCharles E. Millard General Contractors\, Inc.\nPods Swimming\, East Providence\nJaffe Orthodontics\, Barrington
URL:https://www.blct.org/event/land-trust-learning-series-annual-meeting-rhode-islands-native-bees/
LOCATION:Barrington Public Library\, 281 County Rd\,\, Barrington\, RI\, 02806\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T190000
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SUMMARY:Learning Series: Forgotten Landscapes ~ How Natural Habitats Respond to Land Use
DESCRIPTION: \nTravel through time with ecologist Kevin Ormerod as he shares historic photos and records that provide insight into today’s native plants and habitats. Kevin will help us deepen our conservation perspective and abilities on Tuesday\, Sept. 22\, at 7 pm in the Salem Family Auditorium at the Barrington Public Library.\n \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT\n \n\n \nLearn how to decipher the events that shaped our landscapes and foresee the outcomes of current management methods. Kevin will explore the effect that centuries of settlement has had on both home gardens and habitat restoration.  \nBy recognizing which species and habitats are foundational to Southern New England\, we can make decisions that help us reclaim our personal property. We’ll also be better equipped to contribute valuable input toward public land management projects. \nAbout Kevin Ormerod \nKevin Ormerod is the founder of Bluestem Meadows\, a native habitat restoration and landscaping company. He has worked with several native plant garden design companies and nurseries and has collaborated with the Southern and Eastern Rhode Island Conservation Districts of the Natural Resource Conservation Service.\n\n\n \nKevin earned a Bachelor of Science in geological oceanography from the University of Rhode Island in 2017. He received Invasive Management Certification by the Coastal Resources Management Council and Wetland Field Indicator Certification from the New England Hydric Soil Technical Committee. Kevin also trained with the Xerces Society and Garden in the Woods\, and he serves as a rare plant survey volunteer with the Native Plant Trust. \n \n\nThanks to our 2026 Learning Series Sponsors!\n \n  \n\n\n \nCharles E. Millard General Contractors\, Inc.\nPods Swimming\, East Providence\nJaffe Orthodontics\, Barrington
URL:https://www.blct.org/event/learning-series-forgotten-landscapes-how-natural-habitats-respond-to-land-use/
LOCATION:Barrington Public Library\, 281 County Rd\,\, Barrington\, RI\, 02806\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
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SUMMARY:Learning Series: Combining Art and Science to Save Species
DESCRIPTION:Wildlife populations are declining around the world because of human impacts\, and yet too few of us are part of the solution. In this presentation\, Dr. Lucy Spelman\, founder of the local organization Creature Conserve\, offers a behind-the-scenes look at how combining art and science can bring us together to save species. \nThe event will take place on Tuesday\, Oct. 20\, at 7 pm in the Salem Family Auditorium at the Barrington Public Library\, our partner in the Learning Series. \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT \n“Dr. Lucy” believes that we need a more inviting and inclusive approach to wildlife conservation\, one that open to diverse perspectives from the arts\, humanities\, sciences\, traditional ecological knowledge and beyond.  \nDrawing from her years as a zoo and wildlife veterinarian\, she describes some of her first experiences with art-sci collaboration. These stories are wild and wonderful\, from glue-on shoes for a rhino to parading for pandas. \nShe’ll introduce us to the work of Creature Conserve\, the non-profit she founded\, and her newest book\, Creature Needs\, which will be available for sale. You’ll see examples of art informed and inspired by science that call attention to the loss of biodiversity and what we can do about it. \n \nAbout Dr. Lucy Spelman \n“Dr. Lucy” is a world-renowned zoo and wildlife veterinarian\, writer\, and educator. She has cared for animals in every imaginable setting\, from our pets at home to those remaining in the vanishing wild. She also brings artists and scientists together to create new pathways for wildlife conservation\, both as an educator at the Rhode Island School of Design and as the founder of Creature Conserve. \nShe has authored several books\, including The Rhino with Glue-on Shoes\, the National Geographic Kids Animal Encyclopedia\, and Creature Needs: Writers Respond to the Science of Animal Conservation. \n  \nThanks to our 2026 Learning Series Sponsors!\n \n \n  \n \nCharles E. Millard General Contractors\, Inc.\nPods Swimming\, East Providence\nJaffe Orthodontics\, Barrington
URL:https://www.blct.org/event/learning-series-combining-art-and-science-to-save-species/
LOCATION:Barrington Public Library\, 281 County Rd\,\, Barrington\, RI\, 02806\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T183000
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SUMMARY:Learning Series: The Little Things that Run the World (Documentary)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for THE LITTLE THINGS THAT RUN THE WORLD\, an award-winning 105-minute documentary that introduces viewers to a diverse group of scientists\, nature lovers\, gardeners\, farmers and general bug enthusiasts in exploring the importance of flying insects amid rapid declines in their numbers.  \nThe event will take place on Tuesday\, Nov. 10\, at 6:30 pm in the Salem Family Auditorium at the Barrington Public Library\, our partner in the Learning Series. A discussion will follow the film for those who are interested. \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT \nView the trailer \n \nThis most numerous group of animals on the planet by far – three quarters of all species – have also been called the “glue of life” on Earth.  They literally hold ecosystems together.  Insects were the first animals to evolve flight more than 400 million years ago\, and they survived all five of the known mass extinctions since then.  But there is evidence that the pace of decline among insects in parts of the world today is fast approaching the levels of previous catastrophes.  \nWhat this means for the rest of life on Earth\, including humans\, is the focus of THE LITTLE THINGS THAT RUN THE WORLD.  The film documents the mysteries of the declines along side creative and heroic human efforts to change the course of evolutionary history.  What is causing this extinction crisis?  What can be done to reverse the trend?  THE LITTLE THINGS THAT RUN THE WORLD attempts to find answers to those questions and more. \nFilm Festivals and Experts Applaud the Film \n“This year\, we are incredibly excited to honor a film that championed a crucial environmental theme with artistic mastery\, transforming what could be a purely academic subject into an accessible and deeply engaging cinematic experience. More importantly\, it leaves us with a sense of wonder and a gentle\, optimistic call to action\, inspiring us to appreciate and protect the delicate balance of our natural world. It’s a mesmerizing exploration of the vital yet often overlooked role of insects in our global ecosystem. It is both scientifically rigorous and visually stunning\, taking us on a journey into the intricate world of these tiny creatures\, and reminding us how fundamental they are to life as we know it.” Lighthouse International Film Festival Jury \n“THE LITTLE THINGS THAT RUN THE WORLD is a passionate and comprehensive deep dive into the ecological crisis facing flying insects and the ripple effects on global biodiversity.” Doc Screenings International Film Festival \n“THE LITTLE THINGS THAT RUN THE WORLD is a visual treat! You’ll come for the incredible insect photography and stay for the important lessons on land use\, habitat disruption\, native plants\, and avoiding monocultures. A visually entrancing film that reminds us of the perils of ignoring the needs of our invertebrate neighbors.” Chris Stelzig\, Executive Director\, Entomological Society of America \n“What a terrific and timely summary of the global status of insects! E.O. Wilson and more than a dozen other world-renown scientists provide insightful critiques of the anthropogenic causes of insect declines and what we can do going forward to protect insect biodiversity. The stunning photography\, sobering statistics\, and insightful interviews make the film a valuable resource for students\, educators\, conservation biologists\, policy makers\, and environmentalists looking to build a more sustainable and just future for humanity and nature.” David Wagner\, Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology\, University of Connecticut. \nThanks to our 2026 Learning Series Sponsors!\n \n  \n \nCharles E. Millard General Contractors\, Inc.\nPods Swimming\, East Providence\nJaffe Orthodontics\, Barrington
URL:https://www.blct.org/event/learning-series-the-little-things-that-run-the-world-documentary/
LOCATION:Barrington Public Library\, 281 County Rd\,\, Barrington\, RI\, 02806\, United States
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