David Patton, an avid mushroom forager, will discuss the amazing world of wild fungi that reside locally, including species that are beautiful, edible, medicinal and even deadly. Co-sponsored by the Land Trust.
Join Dave Paton in search of morel mushrooms, the first mushrooms of the season. Meet at the top of Sugar Hill.
George Wallace, a birding expert and conservationist, will discuss birding phone apps with an emphasis on apps that are both effective and free. Co-sponsored by the Salisbury Association Land Trust.
The Troutbeck Symposium is a student-led collaboration uncovering local history through documentaries, art exhibitions, and conversation. Middle and high school students from 14 regional public and independent schools have researched local histories of communities of color and other marginalized groups.
Hank Gruner, a herpetologist, will present a historical overview of the decline of the timber rattlesnake. Efforts to eradicate rattlesnakes has led to the loss of many populations, and their conservation remains challenging. Co-sponsored by the Salisbury Association Land Trust.
Join George Wallace, an avid birder, for a guided morning walk at our local bird preserve. Meet at the parking area on Scoville Ore Mine Road,
just off Route 41, north of Salisbury. Bring binoculars. Sponsored by Salisbury Association Land Trust.
Gather at Town Grove at noon to celebrate Independence Day with family and friends. Bring a picnic or purchase hot dogs from students in EXTRAS. Sit in the shade of the magnificent oak trees while Heman Allen, 1740-1778 (our own Lou Bucceri) reads the Declaration of Independence, followed by the Salisbury Band concert.
Join us for HUB Summer Cocktails on the White Hart Green! It's the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind and meet new friends while soaking up summer vibes in this beautiful outdoor setting. First drink is on us!
Learn about the flying mammals that roost in the attics of the Salisbury Association's Academy Building and the Scoville Memorial Library in this presentation by Devaughn Fraser, a CT DEEP wildlife biologist and a specialist in bats. Then help count the bats on their nightly flight out of the Academy Building!
August 3 - September 28 The Corner Food Pantry provides nutritious food every week to people living in the tri-state area. Meet their clients and volunteers. Learn about food insecurity, the growing need, food sources, and how to be involved.
Lakeville was a center of industry and commerce from the 1730s through the 1970s. Historian Lou Bucceri will tell stories about places from Porter Street to the Furnace Neighborhood.
An Interpretive Walk Through The Dark Hollow Preserve with Tom Key at 10am
