Venice Area Audubon Society upcoming events

Book Club: The Feather Thief (Monday, August 10, 2026)

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

A true-crime, nonfiction work, The Feather Thief: Beauty, Obsession, and the Natural History Heist of the Century by Kirk Wallace Johnson delves into the criminal connection between a young American musician, the British Museum of Natural History's Tring Museum, rare bird specimens, and fly fishing! You don't need to be a fishing aficionado to appreciate the intrigue, the mystery, and the ultimate solution to the crime.

Discussion Leader: Jean Pichler

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is encouraged. Walk-ins are welcome!

Book Club Zoom Discussion: The Feather Thief (Wednesday, August 12, 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Discussion Leader: Jean Pichler

NOTE: This is an online Zoom discussion.

Registration required to receive the Zoom link.

Book Club: The Kite and The Snail (Monday, September 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Kite and The Snail recounts the investigation of scientist-author Dr. Hilary Flower to track the Everglades snail kite as it became less abundant in its usual habitat. What Dr. Flower ultimately came to understand is the resilience and adaptability of this bird to thrive amid changing conditions. It's a success story for the Everglades snail kite and those who appreciate it.

Discussion Leader: Jean Pichler

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is encouraged. Walk-ins are welcome!

Book Club Zoom Discussion: The Kite and The Snail (Wednesday, September 16, 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

NOTE: This Zoom discussion will take place on the 3rd Monday of September.

Discussion Leader: Jean Pichler

NOTE: This is an online Zoom discussion.

Registration required to receive the Zoom link.

Alligator Creek Fest (Saturday, October 17, 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Stop by our Venice Area Audubon Society table at the 7th Annual Alligator Creek Fest! Browse the displays, take a kayak or e-bike tour, enjoy free BBQ, raffle and music!

This family-friendly community event is sponsored by Science and Environment Council of Southwest Florida, Inc.

Monthly Program: (Tuesday, October 20, 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Program information will be updated.

6:00 Gathering and light refreshments

6:30 Chapter business and announcements

7:00 Program

Registration is appreciated but not required.

Monthly Program: (Tuesday, November 17, 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Program information will be updated.

6:00 Gathering and light refreshments

6:30 Chapter business and announcements

7:00 Program

Registration is appreciated but not required.

Monthly Program: (Tuesday, December 15, 2026)

Tue, 15 Dec 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Program information will be updated.

6:00 Gathering and light refreshments

6:30 Chapter business and announcements

7:00 Program

Registration is appreciated but not required.

2026 Christmas Bird Count (Sunday, December 20, 2026)

Sun, 20 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT

The Audubon Christmas Bird Count is the oldest community science project in the United States with the first count taking place on December 25, 1900. The history of this event has grown tremendously since then and occurs annual between December 14 and January 5, utilizing thousands of volunteers throughout the country.

Venice Area Audubon Society, a long-time participant in this project, adds to the national bird count by surveying the local Venice-Englewood area annually on one designated morning. Over 100 volunteers survey a 15-mile circumference circle extending from downtown Venice to I-75 to Manasota Key. Volunteers proceed to specific locations to observe and record the species and number of birds sighted, then report the information to the VAAS Christmas Bird Count coordinator for submission to National Audubon.

Volunteer registration information to come in October 2026.

Mondays @ 10 - Topic TBD (Monday, January 04, 2027)

Mon, 04 Jan 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Join us for Mondays @ 10, a free, weekly series of presentations about various bird and nature topics from January 4 through April 29.

Presenter:

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Limited walk-in seating will be available.

Mondays @ 10 - Topic TBD (Monday, January 11, 2027)

Mon, 11 Jan 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Join us for Mondays @ 10, a free, weekly series of presentations about various bird and nature topics from January 4 through April 29.

Presenter:

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Limited walk-in seating will be available.

Mondays @ 10 - Topic TBD (Monday, January 18, 2027)

Mon, 18 Jan 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Join us for Mondays @ 10, a free, weekly series of presentations about various bird and nature topics from January 4 through April 29.

Presenter:

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Limited walk-in seating will be available.

Monthly Program: (Tuesday, January 19, 2027)

Tue, 19 Jan 2027 23:00:00 GMT

Program information will be updated.

6:00 Gathering and light refreshments

6:30 Chapter business and announcements

7:00 Program

Registration is appreciated but not required.

Mondays @ 10 - Topic TBD (Monday, January 25, 2027)

Mon, 25 Jan 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Join us for Mondays @ 10, a free, weekly series of presentations about various bird and nature topics from January 4 through April 29.

Presenter:

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Limited walk-in seating will be available.

Mondays @ 10 - Topic TBD (Monday, February 01, 2027)

Mon, 01 Feb 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Join us for Mondays @ 10, a free, weekly series of presentations about various bird and nature topics from January 4 through April 29.

Presenter:

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Limited walk-in seating will be available.

Mondays @ 10 - Topic TBD (Monday, February 08, 2027)

Mon, 08 Feb 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Join us for Mondays @ 10, a free, weekly series of presentations about various bird and nature topics from January 4 through April 29.

Presenter:

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Limited walk-in seating will be available.

Mondays @ 10 - Topic TBD (Monday, February 15, 2027)

Mon, 15 Feb 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Join us for Mondays @ 10, a free, weekly series of presentations about various bird and nature topics from January 4 through April 29.

Presenter:

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Limited walk-in seating will be available.

Monthly Program: (Tuesday, February 16, 2027)

Tue, 16 Feb 2027 23:00:00 GMT

Program information will be updated.

6:00 Gathering and light refreshments

6:30 Chapter business and announcements

7:00 Program

Registration is appreciated but not required.

Rookery Day 2027 (Saturday, February 20, 2027)

Sat, 20 Feb 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Mark your calendar for Rookery Day, a fun, family-friendly morning at the Venice Audubon Center and Audubon Rookery Park.

More details to come for:

guided walks
presentations
activities
volunteer opportunities

Mondays @ 10 - Topic TBD (Monday, February 22, 2027)

Mon, 22 Feb 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Join us for Mondays @ 10, a free, weekly series of presentations about various bird and nature topics from January 4 through April 29.

Presenter:

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Limited walk-in seating will be available.

Mondays @ 10 - Topic TBD (Monday, March 01, 2027)

Mon, 01 Mar 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Join us for Mondays @ 10, a free, weekly series of presentations about various bird and nature topics from January 4 through April 29.

Presenter:

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Limited walk-in seating will be available.

Mondays @ 10 - Topic TBD (Monday, March 08, 2027)

Mon, 08 Mar 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Join us for Mondays @ 10, a free, weekly series of presentations about various bird and nature topics from January 4 through April 29.

Presenter:

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Limited walk-in seating will be available.

Mondays @ 10 - Topic TBD (Monday, March 15, 2027)

Mon, 15 Mar 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Join us for Mondays @ 10, a free, weekly series of presentations about various bird and nature topics from January 4 through April 29.

Presenter:

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Limited walk-in seating will be available.

Monthly Program: (Tuesday, March 16, 2027)

Tue, 16 Mar 2027 22:00:00 GMT

Program information will be updated.

6:00 Gathering and light refreshments

6:30 Chapter business and announcements

7:00 Program

Registration is appreciated but not required.

Mondays @ 10 - Topic TBD (Monday, March 22, 2027)

Mon, 22 Mar 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Join us for Mondays @ 10, a free, weekly series of presentations about various bird and nature topics from January 4 through April 29.

Presenter:

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Limited walk-in seating will be available.

Mondays @ 10 - Topic TBD (Monday, March 29, 2027)

Mon, 29 Mar 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Join us for Mondays @ 10, a free, weekly series of presentations about various bird and nature topics from January 4 through April 29.

Presenter:

All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Limited walk-in seating will be available.

Monthly Program: Program & Annual Meeting (Tuesday, April 20, 2027)

Tue, 20 Apr 2027 22:00:00 GMT

Program information to be updated.

6:00 Ice cream social

6:30 Chapter business and announcements

7:00 Program

Registration is appreciated but not required.