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SUMMARY:Birds!
DESCRIPTION:Fivesparks and the Boxborough Birders present BIRDS!\, a curated art exhibition exploring and celebrating the wonder\, beauty\, and diversity of birds.\n \nFeaturing works that interpret the theme of BIRDS! that reflect not only birds themselves\, but also their habits\, homes\, interactions\, impacts\, and traces. Come enjoy wonderful bird-themed artwork by local\, regional and artists across the USA in a variety of mediums.\n \nParticipate in bird-themed programs\, all during prime bird-watching\, migratory season. You can see all the Birds! exhibit-related events HERE. \n \nOn view April 18 – May 30\, 2026.
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:BIRDS,exhibit
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SUMMARY:Birds! Exhibit Event: Book Club with the Boxborough Birders
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to invite you to join the Boxborough Birders Birding Book Club for their first meeting at Fivesparks as part of the exciting Birds! exhibit!\nThe Boxborough Birders Birding Book Club carries the theme of Birds and Birding books.  For this special meeting\, the book to discuss is The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan.  \nThis is not only a book about birding but also a reflection on human experience and the beauty of nature.  It encourages readers to observe and appreciate the world around them\, even in the most mundane and seemingly uninteresting aspects.   \nThe book’s themes and content can lead to engaging discussions about the following questions: \n\nHow do you approach birding and nature observation? What makes it enjoyable and meaningful to you?\nWhat personal experiences have you had with birds? How have they impacted your life?\nHow do you think the book’s themes of curiosity\, observation\, and connection to nature can be applied in your\n daily life?\nWhat are some of the most significant bird memories you have? How do they relate to your life and experiences?\nHow can birding help you understand and appreciate the natural world and its inhabitants?\n\nThese discussion questions can help readers connect with the book’s themes and deepen their understanding of the impact of birding on their lives and the world around them.  \nThis event is FREE to attend\, but please register HERE so we can plan accordingly.  \nThe Birds! curated art exhibit as well as the corresponding bird-related events and programs were planned in partnership with the Boxborough Birders Group.  \nTuesday\, April 28th\, 6pm.  
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds-exhibit-event-book-club-with-the-boxborough-birders/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:BIRDS,speaking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boxborough Birders":MAILTO:cassandra.oxley@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Birds! Exhibit Event: Guided Bird Walk with the Boxborough Birders at Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 2\n8:00-10:00 AM \nOxbow National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) \nJoin the Boxborough Birders Group for a guided bird walk through the Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge.              \nOxbow NWR is located along the Nashua River and provides a diverse habitat of wetland\,\nupland forest\, and old farm fields that support a wide variety of migratory and nesting birds.\nWe will be looking and listening for warblers\, vireos\, gnatcatchers\, thrushes\, and many more.\nThe main trail is fairly flat but can be wet\, so hiking boots are recommended. \nMeeting place & Parking: We will meet at the parking area at the end of Still River Depot Road\, off Route 110 in Harvard.\nStill River Depot Road leads you down a hill\, over railroad tracks and right into the refuge\nparking area.  \nUse this LINK for directions.   \nLeader: Liz Markiewicz \nHow to join: Please contact Liz Markiewicz (lizmarkiewicz78@gmail.com) to receive up-to-date communication for this event. You don’t need to be a member of Boxborough Birders to join\, and the walk is free!  \nThe Birds! curated art exhibit as well as the corresponding bird-related events and programs were planned in partnership with the Boxborough Birders Group. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds-exhibit-event-guided-bird-walk-with-the-boxborough-birders-at-oxbow-national-wildlife-refuge/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:BIRDS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boxborough Birders":MAILTO:cassandra.oxley@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Birds! Exhibit Event: Feathers Not Just For Flying Children's Book Illustrator Reading & Activity
DESCRIPTION:Illustrator reading and book-signing\nA nature journaling activity expands the Birds! art exhibition\n \nAuthor and illustrator Sarah S. Brannen reads her award-winning book Feathers: Not Just for Flying and talks about the process of illustrating it. \n \n\n“Young naturalists meet sixteen birds in this elegant introduction to the many different and surprising ways birds use their feathers – they’re not just for flying! Curious readers are invited to explore informative sidebars and the scrapbook design showcases life-size feather illustrations.”\n \nCopies of the book will be available for purchase and signing. A nature journaling activity follows: kids can learn how to draw and study birds and feathers. Each child will get their own journal to take home\, and pencils will be available; feel free to bring along colored pencils or crayons as well.\n \nSarah has written and illustrated over two dozen books for children. She illustrated the ALA Sibert honor-winning book Summertime Sleepers and the brand-new book Monarch and Mourning Cloak: A Butterfly Journal\, written by Melissa Stewart.\n \nBook talk and nature journaling activity are appropriate for kids 5 years+. \n \n\nSaturday\, May 2\, 10-11:30am. $10/child or $20 for families with 3 or more children/family. It’s best for younger kids to attend with a caregiver. Books will be available for purchase and signing. New version also available in Spanish!  \n\nREGISTER HERE\n \nThis workshop is being offered as part of the Birds! exhibit on view at Fivesparks from April 18 – May 30\, 2026. \n \n     \n \nThe Birds! curated art exhibit as well as the corresponding bird-related events and programs were planned in partnership with the Boxborough Birders Group. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds-exhibit-event-feathers-childrens-book-author-reading-activity/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:BIRDS,kids,speaking
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