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Wild Kingdom Pavilion Auditoriumm (Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium)

Dr. Arturo Izurieta 
Executive Director of the Charles Darwin Foundation

The Charles Darwin Foundation for the Galapagos Islands is an international NGO dedicated to scientific research.  Since 1959 the foundation has ensured conservation success with collaborations and partnerships including governments and agencies and individual researchers.

These partnerships allow for joint research projects, knowledge transfer, data management, volunteer support and training, facilitation of research and advancement of conservation programming including ecosystem protection, recovery plans, prevention of invasive species impacts and sustainable food production.

The mission of the Charles Darwin Foundation and its Research Station is to provide knowledge and assistance through scientific research and complementary action to ensure the conservation of the environment and biodiversity in the Galapagos.

Image: KANEKO Music Workshop

This Soundry workshop will explore the magic of instrument building. You will be able to create, play and take home your very own instrument. With classes created for adult learners, you will investigate the art of sound installation, instrument building and 21st Century compositional techniques. This workshop is open to ages 18 and up. No music experience required. Soundry is directed by composer and pianist Stacey Barelos, and includes expert instructors from Omaha and around the country.

For more information: https://thekaneko.org/programs/soundry-workshop-2-2/
To register: https://33187.blackbaudhosting.com/33187/Soundry-Workshop

Lauritzen Gardens, along with many other public gardens across the United States, will celebrate National Public Gardens Day. It is viewed as the unofficial beginning of the gardening season.

National Public Gardens Day was founded by the American Public Gardens Association to raise awareness of America’s public gardens and their role in promoting environmental stewardship and education in communities nationwide. As many as 500 member institutions will participate by offering special events and activities for visitors.

Lauritzen Gardens, along with many other public gardens across the United States, will celebrate National Public Gardens Day. It is viewed as the unofficial beginning of the gardening season.

Visitors to Lauritzen Gardens on this day will enjoy free admission and an opportunity to learn about the various offerings the garden provides throughout the year.

The café will be open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Park Avenue Cleanup: Saturday, inCommon Community Center [1340 Park Ave.]

You can also find more locations: https://www.dogis.org/springcleanup/.

To find out more information: http://www.keepomahabeautiful.org/what-we-do/programs/omahaspringcleanup.html, http://omahastem.com/keep-omaha-beautiful-spring-cleanup/.

Image: Fontenelle Forest

Join a night hike in the Wetlands where you will try to identify animals you observe and see what they are doing. If you are lucky, you might get the chance to see spring behaviors in action. Participants should bring a flashlight or headlamp and dress appropriately for the weather conditions, as well as wear proper footwear. Meet at the Wetlands Learning Center parking lot by 7:00 PM. Best for ages 15 and up.

This program is free for members or with daily admission.
For more information: http://www.fontenelleforest.org/