FLASH!
Meet Our Local Fireflies
Sandy Tosi Photography Exhibit
Extended through August 31
Most of us have childhood memories of playing in our backyards on warm summer nights. Many of us chased fireflies, also called lightning bugs, catching them in a glass jar and then releasing them. While the singing of katydids announces the end of summer, the blinking of fireflies signals its arrival. Explore the world of fireflies through photographs by Sandy Tosi, photographer and CAS Master Naturalist. Free admission.

Jigsaw Puzzle Sale
While you're here viewing the firefly photos, shop for some gently used jigsaw puzzles. A great activity on a rainy day! We have a wide variety - Cobble Hill, Ravensburger, Thomas Kinkade, Charles Wysocki, to name a few. 1,000-piece puzzles are $5; 500-piece are $2. Buy 2 and get 1 of the same size for free.

Nature Sketchbook Journaling

Sat., July 29 - 10 a.m. to noon

Roxanne Steed returns with lessons on the practice of the ”10-minute-sketch-walk” and then it's back inside to finish our pages with paint and details. We’ll discuss ways to make the images into larger nature paintings. Suggested supplies: watercolor sketchbook, permanent marker, portable watercolor kit, small cup to hold water, and paper towels. Call 860-928-4948 to register. Fee: $15 CAS members; $25 non-members.

August Bird Walks and Watches

Click here to see what Andy has planned for next month.

2023 Summer Bike Camp

Ages 9 to 13.

Final Week!

Aug. 14-18, Pedal Power

Register online.

To download the brochure and

for more information, click here.

Visit the Center's Programs & Events web page for more.

Trail Wood Bird Walk

Thursday, July 20 at 8 a.m.

Walk the paths of Trail Wood searching for various bird species. Possibilities include Blue-winged Warbler, Chestnut-sided Warbler, Scarlet Tanager, and many more. Limited to 8 people. Email [email protected] or call 860-928-4948 to register. Fee: $10 members; $20 nonmembers.

Friday Afternoon Walks

at 1:00 p.m.

Join volunteers at Trail Wood for an invigorating hike on the Edwin Way Teale sanctuary. Bring binoculars and a camera, if you wish. Limited to 12 people. Fee: Free to CAS members; $3 non-members. Register by email at trailwood@ctaudubon.org or call 860-928-4948.

Spend an inspired day in Edwin’s writing cabin!

Want to kick start your work, writing or art project? Tap the vibe of a Pulitzer prize-winning author! Book a day of creative solitude in Edwin Way Teale’s rustic off-the-grid writing cabin by the pond, Connecticut’s own Walden. CAS members only. Fee: $30 per day. Dates available through November. Email [email protected] to inquire.

Visit Trail Wood's web page for more.