We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. Loosely based on the notion…
Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are…
Explore the serene Peace Sanctuary property with a moderately challenging hike along the Mystic River with DPNC. As we trek through the sanctuary, we’ll delve into the area’s history and…
Welcome to Mystic Noank Library’s Chess Club! The club welcomes children grades 3 and up! We will be meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children should know how…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
Join DPNC as we learn the basics of identifying and sustainably foraging sassafras in this immersive workshop. Sassafras is a fascinating plant with a rich history and a distinctive root…
Look for resident and migrating shorebirds, ducks, and raptors at Rocky Neck State Park with DPNC! This program is great for birders of all skill levels. Meets at Rocky Neck…
Get outside and discover nature this summer! This year DPNC has two Discovery classes: a preschool group and a school-aged group, both for children with special needs and their caregiver.…
Bill Memorial Library’s Photo Contest June 21 – August 2 Groton, Conn. – Share a photo of the Bill Memorial Library and it may be used on Facebook, an album…
Come celebrate the Second Annual Strawberry Festival at Olde Mistick Village on June 21st and 22nd! This festive event is all about strawberries—fresh berries, jams, pies, and more! Enjoy a…
SUMMER READING AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton will host the donkeys of Tripledale Farm of Guilford along with a petting zoo…
Treat your kids to a fun-filled evening at the Nature Center while you treat yourself to a night off! They’ll explore the outdoors with exciting games, hands-on nature activities, live…
This is a great time to enjoy a view of the landscape that makes up Gungywamp, an archaeological site of natural and cultural interest. Join us on a guided hike…
This is a great time to enjoy a view of the landscape that makes up Gungywamp, an archaeological site of natural and cultural interest. Join us on a guided hike…
We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. Loosely based on the notion…
Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are…
Welcome to Mystic Noank Library’s Chess Club! The club welcomes children grades 3 and up! We will be meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children should know how…
The WoodenBoat Show, hosted in partnership with WoodenBoat Publications, offers something for all wooden boat enthusiasts and maritime history buffs. More than 100 traditional and classic wooden boats of every…
Ages 2 to 4 with a caregiver Fridays. Celebrate summer by exploring nature with your little one in DPNC's classic caregiver-and-child class, for ages 2 to 5. Live animals, stories,…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
Enjoy nature’s fireworks with DPNC! After an introduction to the amazing world of fireflies, we’ll walk the trails watching for fireflies and listening to night insects. Advance registration is required.…
Join Brandy Lefsyk, PTA, E-RYT 500, Usui Reiki Master, Astrologer, Channel, Sound Healer. With the use of singing bowls, chimes, drums, and voice activation, participants can enjoy a sound bath.…
Spark Makerspace is turning 10! Join us for an enchanting evening celebrating a decade of making! Saturday, June 28, 2025 7 PM to 10 PM an evening filled with magic,…
Join us at the Nature Center with our 3 foragers to learn how to find ingredients for your next meal in your own backyard! We will start with a presentation…
Everyone is welcome as we explore Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge (NNWR) in Charlestown, Rhode Island on a wheelchair-friendly birding trip looking for migrating and resident songbirds and raptors. Please bring…
We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. Loosely based on the notion…
DPNC PRESENTS CREATURE CAMOUFLAGE The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children in grades 1 through 5 to our Creature Camouflage program on Tuesday, July 1 at…
Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are…
Welcome to Mystic Noank Library’s Chess Club! The club welcomes children grades 3 and up! We will be meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children should know how…
Rhododendrons, stone walls, beech trees, and wetlands await at this Avalonia Land Conservancy’s Avery Preserve in Ledyard. Guided by a DPNC Naturalist, you will hike the preserve and learn about…
Bank Square Books presents an author talk and signing with Chris Whitaker for the paperback release of his book, All the Colors of the Dark. Chris will be in conversation…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
“We’re gonna need a bigger boat” to celebrate the 50th anniversary of JAWS! Whether you’re an islander, a tourist, or a local, join us for JAWSFest. Enjoy shark-themed fun for…
Learn about the history and wildlife of Tefftweald at Birchenturn! With a DPNC naturalist as your guide, we will explore the trails of this Avalonia Land Conservancy property in North…
We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. Loosely based on the notion…
Last fall, over 80 million birds passed through the region on their way to their wintering grounds. Learn about the birds that travel through the region in the fall, from…
Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are…
Welcome to Mystic Noank Library’s Chess Club! The club welcomes children grades 3 and up! We will be meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children should know how…
Celebrate the bold and innovative voices championed by independent publishers in our Small Press Book Club. Delve into stories that push boundaries, offer fresh perspectives, challenge conventions, and spark meaningful…
This month, Circle at the Square Book Club meets in person to discuss The Editor by Steven Rowley. Interested in joining? Email Sherry Fritzsche at sbfritzsche@gmail.com. More Details
