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Migratory birds are facing numerous threats from human-caused sources.
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is working with governments, conservation organizations, industry, and the public to reduce threats across the North American landscape.
Please continue reading and educate yourself on how you can help. I've listed a few websites that you might find informative below.
https://www.birds.cornell.edu/home/ https://www.fws.gov/library/collections/threats-birds https://www.audubon.org/magazine/winter-2018/how-many-birds-disappear-between-migration
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Blood Pressure Screening Clinic
Join HVHD's monthly Bood Pressure Clinic to receive expert blood pressure checks, gain valuable insights on cardiovascular health management from healthcare professionals, and access educational materials.
First Monday of the Month
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Sharon Town Hall 63 Main Street
Housatonic Valley Health District www.hvhdct.gov
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May the 4th be with You
This Saturday may be Star Wars Day, but it's also the 39th Annual Sharon Classic Road Race!
You can register online all the way up to Race Day (and even the morning of the race!) or come early on Saturday and register at the race course.
There will be tons of the Family Festival fun for the non-racers -check out the list of vendors and activities below!
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Join Sharon Audubon Center this May
Spring Migration Bird Tours
Join Sharon Audubon Naturalist, Bethany Sheffer, and George Wallace of the American Bird Conservancy on a guided bird tour around Miles Wildlife Sanctuary where you'll learn how to use binoculars (if you haven't used them before), learn which features on birds to begin observing, and interesting information about observed species and their conservation needs. Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience!
Tours are offered at two times in the morning and welcome participants of all levels and experience.
· Fee: $15/adult, $5/child
· Suitable for ages 8+
Pre-registration available, but cash or check payments are also accepted on-site.
Registration link: https://sharon.audubon.org/events
Call 860-364-0520 (ext115) or email Bethany at Bethany.sheffer@audubon.org with questions.
Saturdays for Spring Bird Tours
Saturday, May 4th Saturday, May 18th (two tours offered: ‘sit spot’ birding and a mobile tour)
Saturday, May 25th
Birding 101 Workshop
Looking to take your interest in birding to the next level? If so, this is the course for you! You’ll not only learn foundational bird identification skills in the “classroom,” but will have the opportunity to strengthen your skills outside, making this course ideal for those eager for beginner-level knowledge and skill-building.
Join Sharon Audubon Center Naturalist, Bethany Sheffer, in exploring the beautiful world of birds. Fee: $20/participant Suitable for ages 16+
Pre-paid online reservations only.
Registration link: https://act.audubon.org/a/birding-101-workshop-50424-1-1
Call 860-364-0520 (ext 115) or email Bethany at bethany.sheffer@audubon.org with questions.
World Migratory Bird Day!
Join us for this FREE, family-friendly event that celebrates bird migration and addresses the challenges birds face during their bi-annual journeys. World Migratory Bird Day is a global initiative supported by Environment for the Americas, an organization that connects diverse people to birds and nature and inspires the next generation of conservationists to protect both. Participants for this event will have the opportunity to experience the magic of migration through bird tours, slow birding, short presentations, children’s activities, take-home activities, and live bird meet and greets.
Bring your friends, family, and aspiring bird nerds to celebrate with us!
Partnering organizations include…
Lights Out! Connecticut
Litchfield Hills Audubon Society
Sharon Energy and Environment Commission (SEEC)
Laurie Doss + student interns
Pre-registration for this event is encouraged but not required Register here: https://act.audubon.org/a/world-migratory-bird-day-41124
Visit Us!
There’s plenty to do at the Sharon Audubon Center! Take a winter walk on our trails and visit our non-releasable bird aviaries, or stop by our Visitor Center and peruse our Nature Store for the perfect gift.
Please visit the Audubon Center link is on bottom of page
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Connecticut Trails Day is fast approaching!
June 1 & 2
If you're looking for a family-friendly ramble, a heat-pounding hike, a casual paddle, a peddling adventure, or a walk full of wonders.....
we've got the trail for you!
https://trailsday.org
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Sharon Historical Society
13th Annual Northlight Art Center Student Show
On View through May 24, 2024
Ballet Through the Lens: Photography of Fran Kelsey
On View through June 1, 2024
Visit the Sharon Historical Society and Museum!
We’re open to the public Wednesday through Friday from 12:00 - 4:00 and Saturdays from 10:00 - 2:00.
Link below
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Sharon Parks and Recreation and Cornwall Parks & Recreation
Invite you to join them on a Trip to the Goodspeed Opera House with lunch at the Gelston House Tickets $100 per show with Lunch Included
Space is limited
Wednesday, May 1st THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
Thursday, July 18th SOUTH PACIFIC
Wednesday September 11th MAGGIE
For information on the above performances visit Official Site of Goodspeed Musicals - Award Winning Musical Theatre
To Register, email Matt Mette at sharon.rec.ctr@snet.net or call 860-364-1400
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Sharon Ambulance Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, May 12th
Eat in or Take Out
7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
$8.00 per breakfast
For more information call - 917-742-7287
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Supporting Seniors in our Community
Nuvance Health
eat.live.do.WELL
Program open to 65 and over
Join us in our cafe
May 1, 2024 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Enjoy a healthy lunch including:
Side salad or small soup of the Day
Entree plus 2 sides
Dessert & Beverage
COST: $5.00
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Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 27th @ 10:00 AM
Main Street, Sharon
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Things to do or explore please visit the following websites
Visit CT
Sharon Audubon
Sharon Historical Society
Sharon Playhouse
Hotchkiss Library
Sharon Land Trust
Thank you for supporting activities in and around Sharon
Town of Sharon - Town Clerks Office
63 Main Street
PO Box 224
Sharon, CT 06069
860-364-5224
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