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SUMMARY:Environmental Book Club
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text margin_bottom=”0″]\n\n\n\nThe Rockfall Environmental Book Club meets every other month at the historic deKoven House in Middletown to read and talk about books on nature\, climate\, ecology\, and sustainability. It’s a chance to learn together\, share ideas\, and connect with others who care about the environment. All are welcome—no RSVP required\, and don’t worry if you haven’t finished the book. Just bring your curiosity and join the conversation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, September 1st\, 2026\nTime: 6:00 – 7:00 pm\nLocation: deKoven House Community Center\, 27 Washington St\, Middletown \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text margin_bottom=”0″ css=”.vc_custom_1784142881812{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nThe Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth – A Popular Science and Natural History Study of Botany\nIt takes tremendous biological creativity to be a plant. To survive and thrive while rooted in a single spot\, plants have adapted ingenious methods of survival. In recent years\, scientists have learned about their ability to communicate\, recognize their kin and behave socially\, hear sounds\, morph their bodies to blend into their surroundings\, store useful memories that inform their life cycle\, and trick animals into behaving to their benefit―a fascinating display of plant behavior and sensory abilities\, to name just a few remarkable talents. \nThe Light Eaters is a deep immersion into the drama of green life and the complexity of this wild and awe-inspiring world that challenges our very understanding of agency\, consciousness\, and intelligence. In this captivating exploration of plant intelligence\, we see that plants\, rather than imitate human intelligence\, have perhaps formed a parallel system. What is intelligent life if not a vine that grows leaves to blend into the shrub on which it climbs\, a flower that shapes its bloom to fit exactly the beak of its pollinator\, a pea seedling that can hear water flowing and make its way toward it? Zoë Schlanger takes us across the globe\, digging into her own memories and into the soil with the scientists who have spent their waking days studying these amazing entities up close. \nWhat can we learn about life on Earth from the living things that thrive\, adapt\, consume\, and accommodate simultaneously? More important\, what do we owe these life forms once we come to understand their rich and varied abilities? Examining the latest epiphanies in botanical research\, Schlanger spotlights the intellectual struggles among the researchers conceiving a wholly new view of their subject\, offering a glimpse of a field in turmoil as plant scientists debate the tenets of ongoing discoveries and how insights into plant communication influence our understanding of what a plant is. \nWe need plants to survive. But what do they need us for―if at all? An eye-opening and informative look at the ecosystem we live in\, this book challenges us to rethink the role of plants―and our own place―in the natural world\, tackling the enthralling question of plant consciousness along the way.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”19579″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://rockfallfoundation.org/event/environmental-book-club/
LOCATION:deKoven House Community Center\, 27 Washington Street
CATEGORIES:Environmental Book Club
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SUMMARY:Nature Storytime at the Ivoryton Library
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text margin_bottom=”0″ css=”.vc_custom_1785955886648{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nJoin The Rockfall Foundation and the Ivoryton Library for Nature Storytime\, a fun and engaging series for children ages 3–6 and their caregivers. We’ll read a nature-themed picture book\, enjoy a hands-on craft or activity\, and discover the amazing plants\, animals\, and habitats found right here in Connecticut. \nEvery storytime is designed to inspire curiosity\, encourage outdoor exploration\, and help children build a lifelong appreciation for the natural world. \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://rockfallfoundation.org/event/nature-storytime-at-the-ivoryton-library/
LOCATION:Ivoryton Library\, 106 Main Street\, Ivoryton\, CT\, 06442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rockfall Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
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SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Removal Workshop
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text margin_bottom=”0″ css=”.vc_custom_1787168885137{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nJoin The Rockfall Foundation\, Middlesex Land Trust\, and Swamp Yankee Earthcare on Saturday\, September 12th at 9:30 am for an educational invasive plants workshop! \nLearn how to identify and remove invasive species such as multiflora rose\, barberry\, bittersweet\, mugwort\, Japanese knotweed\, and burning bush. After a brief demonstration\, we’ll head into the Rockfall Forest to get hands-on experience removing these plants. \nMeeting Location: Connwood Foresters\, 39 Cherry Hill Rd\, Rockfall\, CT   There are two dirt driveways for this address – both lead to a parking lot where we will meet.What to bring: Closed-toe shoes\, bug spray\, water\, work gloves\, clippers\, loppers\, or other tools. Some tools will be available to borrow.Rain date: Sunday\, September 13th \nRegistration is preferred but not required. Click here to register. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://rockfallfoundation.org/event/invasive-plant-removal-workshop/
LOCATION:Rockfall Forest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T190000
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SUMMARY:Nature Storytime at the Ivoryton Library
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1785941059619{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nJoin The Rockfall Foundation and the Ivoryton Library for Nature Storytime\, a fun and engaging series for children ages 3–6 and their caregivers. We’ll read a nature-themed picture book\, enjoy a hands-on craft or activity\, and discover the amazing plants\, animals\, and habitats found right here in Connecticut. \nEvery storytime is designed to inspire curiosity\, encourage outdoor exploration\, and help children build a lifelong appreciation for the natural world. \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://rockfallfoundation.org/event/nature-storytime-at-the-ivoryton-library-3/
LOCATION:Ivoryton Library\, 106 Main Street\, Ivoryton\, CT\, 06442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rockfall Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T173000
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SUMMARY:Meet Your Greens: Sustainability at Saybrook Point with Kate Mosley
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text margin_bottom=”0″ css=”.vc_custom_1786986781372{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]How do you make a waterfront resort more sustainable when traditional infrastructure isn’t an option? Kate Mosley of Saybrook Point Resort & Marina will share how decades of environmental stewardship have transformed the Old Saybrook property into an award-winning model for sustainable waterfront hospitality. Learn about innovative wastewater treatment\, solar energy and cogeneration\, sustainable marina operations\, native habitats\, and the Green Team’s efforts to engage guests and the community—all while protecting the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://rockfallfoundation.org/event/meet-your-greens-sustainability-at-saybrook-point-with-kate-mosley/
LOCATION:Saybrook Point Resort and Marina\, 2 Bridge Street\, Old Saybrook\, CT\, 06475\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet Your Greens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T173000
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SUMMARY:2027 Environmental Grant Information Session
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text margin_bottom=”0″ css=”.vc_custom_1786995716770{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nJoin us for an information session about Rockfall’s grant program\, open to both new and returning applicants. We’ll provide an overview of the program\, highlight updates to this year’s requirements and application\, and answer your questions about the grant process. \nLocation: deKoven House Community Center\, 27 Washington Street\, Middletown\nRegistration is required to attend this in-person session.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n                \n                        X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    First\n                                                    \n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                            Last\n                                                            \n                                                        \n                            \n                        Email(Required)\n                            \n                        PhoneOrganization\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ\n \n                        \n[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://rockfallfoundation.org/event/2027-environmentalgrant-information-session/
LOCATION:deKoven House Community Center\, 27 Washington Street
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T190000
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SUMMARY:Nature Storytime at the Ivoryton Library
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1785941059619{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nJoin The Rockfall Foundation and the Ivoryton Library for Nature Storytime\, a fun and engaging series for children ages 3–6 and their caregivers. We’ll read a nature-themed picture book\, enjoy a hands-on craft or activity\, and discover the amazing plants\, animals\, and habitats found right here in Connecticut. \nEvery storytime is designed to inspire curiosity\, encourage outdoor exploration\, and help children build a lifelong appreciation for the natural world. \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://rockfallfoundation.org/event/nature-storytime-at-the-ivoryton-library-2/
LOCATION:Ivoryton Library\, 106 Main Street\, Ivoryton\, CT\, 06442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rockfall Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T193000
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SUMMARY:Edible Wild Plant and Fungi Seminar with The 3 Foragers
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1785866367060{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nAutumn Foraging Classroom Seminar\nAutumn is a time of bounty and harvest for woodland creatures and foragers alike: nuts are falling to the forest floor\, fruits are ripening and scenting the crisp fall air\, roots and tubers are thickening up in anticipation of sustaining the plants through the tough winter\, and edible fungi can be found in astounding amounts. \nIn this seminar\, you’ll: \n\nLearn to identify seasonal plants\, nuts\, roots\, fruits\, and fungi safely and confidently\nExplore sustainable harvesting practices that protect natural ecosystems\nGet practical tips for preparing and cooking wild foods\nLearn about favorite fall finds\, including acorns\, wintergreen\, honey mushrooms\, and maitake (“dancing mushroom”)\n\nJoin The 3 Foragers as they teach the edible plants and fungi of autumn with their original photos and recipe ideas in an educational slideshow. \nThe 3 Foragers are a family from southeastern Connecticut who have been identifying\, photographing\, and cooking with the edible plants and fungi of New England for more than 17 years. Their blog\, Facebook page\, and book all focus on family-friendly\, environmentally sustainable harvest of both our native and invasive species of plants\, and ways to incorporate these foods into your diet with original recipes.[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”thin_solid”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1785444637355{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nAttend Both Events & Save! \nThe Autumn Forage Walk on October 3 is a separate event from this presentation and requires its own registration. You may register for this presentation only ($15) or attend both events for a discounted rate of $25.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][mk_button dimension=”two” corner_style=”rounded” url=”https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/gUomaKki0Dj528eD1m0kaA” align=”center”]Register here for the Seminar[/mk_button][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][mk_button dimension=”two” corner_style=”rounded” url=”https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/RTS57YSBYLLb7yvqtbFDog” align=”center”]Register for the Bundle: Seminar +Foraging Walk[/mk_button][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://rockfallfoundation.org/event/edible-wild-plant-and-fungi-foraging-with-the-3-foragers/
LOCATION:deKoven House Community Center\, 27 Washington Street
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T120000
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SUMMARY:Edible Plant and Fungi Foraging Walk
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text margin_bottom=”0″ css=”.vc_custom_1786458800926{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Join us at the Pattaconk Reservoir on Saturday\, October 3rd\, at 10:00 am for a mushroom identification walk! \nAre you mystified by wild mushrooms? Curious? Scared? Or do they make you hungry? What are those weird things that pop up in the woods after the rain? \nJoin The 3 Foragers as they share some of the secrets of the fungal world and teach you how to safely identify wild mushrooms using various available tools and techniques. You’ll learn how to use your senses to examine mushrooms for their sights\, smells\, and tastes and consider the relationships between fungi and the natural world around us. We will dispel common myths and discuss mycophagy\, the cooking and eating of wild mushrooms. \nThe 3 Foragers are a family from southeastern Connecticut who have been identifying\, photographing\, and cooking with the edible plants and fungi of New England for more than 17 years. Their blog\, Facebook page\, and book all focus on family-friendly\, environmentally sustainable harvest of both our native and invasive species of plants\, and ways to incorporate these foods into your diet with original recipes. \nNO DOGS\, PLEASE – AS PER THE REQUEST OF THE INSTRUCTORS \nIt is your responsibility to correctly identify any mushrooms you decide to eat. Some mushrooms are extremely poisonous\, and mistakes can have serious consequences. The Rockfall Foundation is not liable for any misuse or misidentification of mushrooms. \nRegistration is required for this event.  \nAttend Both Events & Save!\nThe Edible Plants and Fungi Seminar on October 1st is a separate event from this walk and requires its own registration. You may register for this Foraging Walk only ($15) or attend both events for a discounted rate of $25.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][mk_button dimension=”flat” url=”https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/wi2bTgkijjEP30yGzUCs8w”]Register for the Walk[/mk_button][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][mk_button dimension=”flat” url=”https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/wi2bTgkijjEP30yGzUCs8w” target=”_blank”]Register for the Seminar + Walk[/mk_button][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://rockfallfoundation.org/event/edible-plant-and-fungi-foraging-at-pattaconk-forest/
LOCATION:Pattaconk Reservoir\, Chester\, CT 06412\, Pattaconk Reservoir\, Chester\, CT\, 06412\, United States
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