The Nature Center’s forest fairies have come out to play and are excited to share the secrets to being kind to nature! Wander the trails and meet the Salamander Forest…
Get a crash course in coastal birding at Rocky Neck in East Lyme! Our expert ornithologist and DPNC staff member Lauren will bring years of birding knowledge to help you…
Enjoy a FREE guided hike with a DPNC Naturalist this Thursday, July 3rd throughout Avalonia's beautiful Avery Preserve in Ledyard as you learn about our local summer wildlife. On the…
Getting ready to enjoy a little poolside Tequila? Well Chef Anthony Caporale, Mystic’s own Master Mixologist, will help elevate that Margarita with some exceptional agave spirits! He’ll conduct a guided…
Nothing says summer like the aroma of tropical fruits and spirits mixed with the salty air of an ocean breeze! Learn how to transform any deck — whether it’s on…
Have you ever wanted to make world-class craft cocktails right in your own home? Join us to take your home bar game to a new level! We’ll explore the techniques,…
Join us at DPNC on the second Saturday of every month as we adventure into nature! This month, we will explore parts of a plant’s life cycle and learn about…
The Cheese Corner and Chef Anthony Caporale are teaming up to present a night of American Cheeses and Spirits. This celebration will pair 5 American made cheeses with 5 sample…
Come to DPNC to learn how to make a trail to table meal! In this exciting half-day mushroom foraging class, you’ll learn the ins and outs of making a meal…
Everyone knows James Bond preferred his martinis shaken, not stirred, but do you know why? And how did this secret agent’s tipple evolve into today’s ubiquitous Espresso Martini? The history…
While butterflies get most of the daytime glory, nighttime belongs to the moths! Come to the Nature Center after dark for a hands-on exploration into the hidden diversity of our…
Explore the serene Peace Sanctuary property with a moderately challenging hike along the Mystic River. As we trek through the sanctuary, we’ll delve into the area’s history and diverse wildlife.…
Welcome back autumn with this showcase of whiskey cocktails that are perfect for cooler evening enjoyment! Join Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at New York’s award-winning Institute of Culinary…
Come to DPNC and learn how to identify and sustainably harvest herbs and other edibles on a foraging hike through our trails let by Amelia South, a local herbalist and…
Celebrate Apple Festival at Olde Mistick Village with this very special mixology class! We’ll mix through a menu of apple-based drinks using craft ciders from Stonington’s very own Clyde’s Cider…
Join us on Halloween for a ghoulishly good selection of concoctions featuring all your favorite holiday flavors! Mixology Chef Anthony Caporale, author of the acclaimed “Imbible” series of Off-Broadway musicals…
