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• Mondays @ 10 - Bald Eagle: The Improbable Journey of America's Bird

  • When
    Monday, September 08, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Venice Audubon Center, 4002 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice

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  Join us for our monthly book club discussion at the Venice Audubon Center.

  Read the book if you can, but please feel free to join the in-person Book Club discussion this  month even if you haven't had time or opportunity to do so.

  Bald Eagle: The Improbable Journey of America's Bird by Jack E. Davis examines the cultural and political circumstances that have made the bald eagle revered and reviled over the course of history before finally achieving success against the prospect of extinction.    Davis is a storyteller and he tells the story of the bald eagle that separates fiction and myths from facts and natural history.  

  Registration not necessary but appreciated.  

  NOTE:  This is for in-person discussion.  The Zoom discussion group will be listed as a separate, registration-required event.  

  
  

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• Book Club Zoom Discussion: Bald Eagle: The Improbably Journey of America's Bird

  • When
    Wednesday, September 10, 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Online (Zoom link will be provided after registration)

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  Join the Zoom online Book Club discussion on the 2nd Monday of the month.  

  Read the book if you can, but please feel free to join the in-person Book Club discussion this  month even if you haven't had time or opportunity to do so.

  Bald Eagle: The Improbable Journey of America's Bird by Jack E. Davis examines the cultural and political circumstances that have made the bald eagle revered and reviled over the course of history before finally achieving success against the prospect of extinction.    Davis is a storyteller and he tells the story of the bald eagle that separates fiction and myths from facts and natural history.  

  NOTE:  This is an online Zoom discussion.  

  Registration required to receive the Zoom link.

  
  

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• Volunteer Saturday

  • When
    Saturday, October 11, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Venice Audubon Center, 4002 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice

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  This month's Volunteer Saturday is scheduled from 9:00-11:00 AM.  Whether you can volunteer just once or on a regular basis, please join us!  Youth volunteers under age 18 are welcome with an adult.   For minors wishing to earn volunteer hours (school, scout, etc.), please email in advance.  

  Gardening and outdoor projects will be a priority, weather permitting.  Indoor projects may include preparing the Center and/or materials for upcoming events and activities.  Projects will vary seasonally or by need.  We suggest you bring water, sunscreen, bug spray, a hat, and sturdy shoes.

  Contact email mailto:info@veniceaudubon.org if you need more information.

  Registration is appreciated to help us prepare our projects and update volunteers about changes due to weather, but is not required.

  
  

  
  

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• Monthly Program: Costa Rica Adventure Recap

  • When
    Tuesday, October 21, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Venice United Church of Christ, Naar Hall, 620 Shamrock Rd., Venice

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  Enjoy a virtual birding adventure to Costa Rica!   Venice Audubon trip host Eileen Gerle recaps the March 2025 Costa Rica birding trip with photos and more from our most recent international travel adventure.  Learn about the amazing and beautiful birds and birding locations that make Costa Rica a true birder's paradise.  

  6:00   Light refreshments

  6:15   Chapter business and announcements

  6:30   Program

  Registration is appreciated but not required.

  
  

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• Little Naturalists: Little Nature Detectives

  • When
    Saturday, November 01, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Shamrock Park Nature Center, 3900 Shamrock Dr., Venice 34293
  • Spaces left
    12

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  Children ages 3 to 5 years old and an accompanying adult are invited to learn about the natural world all around us by looking for clues in nature. Big Naturalist and environmental educator Eileen Gerle leads this hour-long program that includes story time, a nature walk, and a craft.

  Please sign up for each month separately.  The themes are:

  • November 1 - Little Nature Detectives
  • December 6 - Budding Naturalists
  • January 3 - What's for Dinner?
  • February 7 -Where's my Momma?

  Children are asked to wear sturdy, closed footwear and to bring a water bottle. Registration is limited to twelve to ensure a small group experience.

  REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for each month invidually.

  PLEASE NOTE:  This year's program takes place at Venice Audubon Center,    2002  S. Tamiami Trail., Venice, FL 34293. (Located on Annex Rd. behind the Anderson County Bldg.)

  There is no fee but donations are welcome.

  If you have any questions, contact Eileen Gerle at egerle@veniceaudubon.org

  Download flyer:  Little Naturalists 2025.pdf

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Volunteer Saturday

  • When
    Saturday, November 08, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Venice Audubon Center, 4002 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice

  Register

  This month's Volunteer Saturday is scheduled from 9:00-11:00 AM.  Whether you can volunteer just once or on a regular basis, please join us!  Youth volunteers under age 18 are welcome with an adult.   For minors wishing to earn volunteer hours (school, scout, etc.), please email in advance.  

  Gardening and outdoor projects will be a priority, weather permitting.  Indoor projects may include preparing the Center and/or materials for upcoming events and activities.  Projects will vary seasonally or by need.  We suggest you bring water, sunscreen, bug spray, a hat, and sturdy shoes.

  Contact email mailto:info@veniceaudubon.org if you need more information.

  Registration is appreciated to help us prepare our projects and update volunteers about changes due to weather, but is not required.

  
  

  
  

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• Monthly Program: An Evening with Stan Tekiela

  • When
    Saturday, November 15, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Venice United Church of Christ, Naar Hall, 620 Shamrock Rd., Venice

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  PLEASE NOTE:   SPECIAL DATE!  Saturday, November 15

  Naturalist, wildlife photographer, and author Stan Tekiela joins us for a very special evening suitable for the whole family.  Tonight's program is based on Stan's book Feathers and promises to be both fun and educational as we learn about the many types of feathers and their important functions for a bird's survival.  Stan's outstanding photography will accompany his presentation, illustrating the features and beauty of feathers.

  Stan is the author of The Kids' Guide to Birds of Florida, which has been provided to students and teachers attending the 2nd Grade Birdwatchers Program field trips to the Rookery through the generosity of Friends of the Venice Public Library.
  

  After the program, Stan will sign books brought to the program or purchased this evening.  The Island Bookshop will provide a selection of Stan's books for sale.  The complete list of Stan's books is available here: https://naturesmart.com/book-store/  Not all books will be available for sale at the event.

  6:00   Light refreshments

  6:15   Chapter business and announcements

  6:30   Program 

  Registration is appreciated but not required.

  
  

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• Little Naturalists: Budding Naturalists

  • When
    Saturday, December 06, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Shamrock Park Nature Center, 3900 Shamrock Dr., Venice 34293
  • Spaces left
    12

  Register

  Children ages 3 to 5 years old and an accompanying adult are invited to learn about the natural world all around us by looking for clues in nature. Big Naturalist and environmental educator Eileen Gerle leads this hour-long program that includes story time, a nature walk, and a craft.

  Please sign up for each month separately.  The themes are:

  • November 1 - Little Nature Detectives
  • December 6 - Budding Naturalists
  • January 3 - What's for Dinner?
  • February 7 -Where's my Momma?

  Children are asked to wear sturdy, closed footwear and to bring a water bottle. Registration is limited to twelve to ensure a small group experience.

  REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for each month invidually.

  PLEASE NOTE:  This year's program takes place at Venice Audubon Center,    2002  S. Tamiami Trail., Venice, FL 34293. (Located on Annex Rd. behind the Anderson County Bldg.)

  There is no fee but donations are welcome.

  If you have any questions, contact Eileen Gerle at egerle@veniceaudubon.org

  Download flyer:  Little Naturalists 2025.pdf

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 2025 Christmas Bird Count

  • When
    Sunday, December 14, 2025
  • Location
    Venice-Englewood area

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  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. 

  Plan to join us for the CBC After Social at the Venice Audubon Center at 4 PM.  Snacks and beverages provided.  BYOB if you choose.   Share your count experience, any rare bird sightings, and general good cheer as we toast to our participation in this 126th annual event!

  New volunteers and new birders are always welcome!   

  Please register to receive further details about the event.  NOTE:  Last day to register is November 30.

  
  

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• Monthly Program

  • When
    Tuesday, December 16, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Venice United Church of Christ, Naar Hall, 620 Shamrock Rd., Venice

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  Program information coming soon!

  6:00   Light refreshments

  6:15   Chapter business and announcements

  6:30   Program

  Registration is appreciated but not required.

  
  

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• Monthly Program: Conservation Advocacy

  • When
    Tuesday, December 16, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Venice United Church of Christ, Naar Hall, 620 Shamrock Rd., Venice

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  How can individual voices be effective advocates for conservation?  Will anyone  hear me if I speak up for wildlife?  Tonight's program offers information and strategies to help us use our voices to create awareness and policy change to protect our natural resources and the wildlife that inhabit the land, water, and air. Be ready to take a few notes! 

  Tonight's speaker is Jan Vertefeuille, Senior Advisor for Advocacy, Wildlife Conservation for the World Wildlife Fund.  As a Venice resident, Jan also is well-acquainted with our local and state conservation issues as well as the avenues to creating public policy change.

  6:00   Light refreshments

  6:15   Chapter business and announcements

  6:30   Program

  Registration is appreciated but not required.

  
  

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• Little Naturalists: What's for Dinner?

  • When
    Saturday, January 03, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Shamrock Park Nature Center, 3900 Shamrock Dr., Venice 34293
  • Spaces left
    12

  Register

  Children ages 3 to 5 years old and an accompanying adult are invited to learn about the natural world all around us by looking for clues in nature. Big Naturalist and environmental educator Eileen Gerle leads this hour-long program that includes story time, a nature walk, and a craft.

  Please sign up for each month separately.  The themes are:

  • November 1 - Little Nature Detectives
  • December 6 - Budding Naturalists
  • January 3 - What's for Dinner?
  • February 7 -Where's my Momma?

  Children are asked to wear sturdy, closed footwear and to bring a water bottle. Registration is limited to twelve to ensure a small group experience.

  REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for each month invidually.

  PLEASE NOTE:  This year's program takes place at Venice Audubon Center,    2002  S. Tamiami Trail., Venice, FL 34293. (Located on Annex Rd. behind the Anderson County Bldg.)

  There is no fee but donations are welcome.

  If you have any questions, contact Eileen Gerle at egerle@veniceaudubon.org

  Download flyer:  Little Naturalists 2025.pdf

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Little Naturalists: Where's my Momma?

  • When
    Saturday, January 03, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Shamrock Park Nature Center, 3900 Shamrock Dr., Venice 34293
  • Spaces left
    12

  Register

  Children ages 3 to 5 years old and an accompanying adult are invited to learn about the natural world all around us by looking for clues in nature. Big Naturalist and environmental educator Eileen Gerle leads this hour-long program that includes story time, a nature walk, and a craft.

  Please sign up for each month separately.  The themes are:

  • November 1 - Little Nature Detectives
  • December 6 - Budding Naturalists
  • January 3 - What's for Dinner?
  • February 7 -Where's my Momma?

  Children are asked to wear sturdy, closed footwear and to bring a water bottle. Registration is limited to twelve to ensure a small group experience.

  REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for each month invidually.

  PLEASE NOTE:  This year's program takes place at Venice Audubon Center,    2002  S. Tamiami Trail., Venice, FL 34293. (Located on Annex Rd. behind the Anderson County Bldg.)

  There is no fee but donations are welcome.

  If you have any questions, contact Eileen Gerle at egerle@veniceaudubon.org

  Download flyer:  Little Naturalists 2025.pdf

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Monthly Program

  • When
    Tuesday, January 20, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Venice United Church of Christ, Naar Hall, 620 Shamrock Rd., Venice

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  Program information coming soon!

  6:00   Light refreshments

  6:15   Chapter business and announcements

  6:30   Program

  Registration is appreciated but not required.

  
  

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• Monthly Program

  • When
    Tuesday, February 17, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Venice United Church of Christ, Naar Hall, 620 Shamrock Rd., Venice

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  Program information coming soon!

  6:00   Light refreshments

  6:15   Chapter business and announcements

  6:30   Program

  Registration is appreciated but not required.

  
  

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• Rookery Day 2026

  • When
    Saturday, February 21, 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Venice Audubon Center and Park, 4002 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL

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

  • Observe nesting egrets, herons, ibis and more
  • Guided walks around the Rookery Pond 
  • Purple Martin presentation
  • Learning activities for children and adults

  More details to come!

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• Monthly Program

  • When
    Tuesday, March 17, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Venice United Church of Christ, Naar Hall, 620 Shamrock Rd., Venice

  Register

  Program information coming soon!

  6:00   Light refreshments

  6:15   Chapter business and announcements

  6:30   Program

  Registration is appreciated but not required.

  
  

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• Monthly Program: Annual Meeting

  • When
    Tuesday, April 21, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Venice United Church of Christ, Naar Hall, 620 Shamrock Rd., Venice

  Register

  Program information coming soon!

  6:00   Light refreshments

  6:15   Chapter business and announcements

  6:30   Program

  Registration is appreciated but not required.

  
  

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