Stage Nature Center

<h4></h4>Versiti Blood Drive Save lives in your community by donating blood at the Versiti Blood Drive. <a href="https://donate.michigan.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/159843" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register</a>
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Local Event: Blood Drive at Stage Nature Center

Troy

Michigan

Blood Drive at Stage Nature Center

Thursday May 2, 2024: Versiti Blood DriveSave lives in your community by donating blood at the Versiti Blood Drive.Click here to register


Charles A. Parcells Middle School

Special Student Pricing for May 8-9, 7:30 p.m. performances. Newsies “Seize the Day” collecting children’s toys and items for Detroit Goodfellows. 
 
Grosse Pointe Theatre presents Disney’s Newsies the Musical, May 3-12, at Parcells School Auditorium, in Grosse Pointe Woods. Inspired by the Newspaper Strike of 1899 in New York City, Newsies, packed with wonderful songs and electrifying dances, is the tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy who led a group of young newsies to take on powerful publishing giants to fight for fair conditions. Newsies
is an inspiring, joyful, and entertaining musical with a timeless message of justice and fairness for all.&nbsp;Click <a href="https://youtu.be/YYnBfdu6yyY" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NEWSIES</a> for a brief preview.
Join Grosse Pointe Theatre and the talented 37-member cast of Newsies as they share this family-friendly story of hope and humanity and help carry that sentiment forward by participating in a collection of items to support kids through Detroit Goodfellows. Collection bins will be in the lobby at each performance to accept the NEW toys and other items for kids that will be part of the gifts distributed by Detroit Goodfellows during the 2024 Christmas season.
Special ticket rates available for blocks of ten or more tickets for the same performance. Visit gpt.org/NEWSIES or call 313-881-4004 for details. 
 
WHAT: Disney’s Newsies the Musical, presented by Grosse Pointe Theatre May 3-12
WHEN: Friday and Saturday, May 3-4 at 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 5 at 2 p.m. 
Wednesday and Thursday, May 8-9 at 7:30 p.m. 
Friday and Saturday, May 10-11 at 8 p.m. 
Sunday, May 12 at 2 p.m.
WHERE: Performances held at Parcells School Auditorium 
20600 Mack Ave., at Vernier, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236
TICKETS: $35 (includes ticket fee.) Visit gpt.org/NEWSIES or call 313-881-4004. Discounts are available for blocks of ten or more tickets for the same performance. Special school discounts for blocks of ten or more tickets are available at $15 per ticket for the 7:30 p.m. performances May 8-9. Call the ticket office at 313-881-4004 for details. 
NEWSIES HELPING KIDS: 
Help “Seize the Day” for kids served by Detroit Goodfellows by bringing NEW children’s winter hats, gloves, mittens, socks, crayons, coloring books, color pencils, washable markers, small stuffed animals, and lip balm to help brighten the 2024 holiday season. Collection bins will be in the lobby at Newsies performances.

Local Event: Disney’s Newsies the Musical rocks the stage at Grosse Pointe Theatre May 3-12

Grosse Pointe

Disney’s Newsies the Musical rocks the stage at...

Friday May 3, 2024: Special Student Pricing for May 8-9, 7:30 p.m. performances.Newsies “Seize the Day” collecting children’s toys and...

Disney’s Newsies the Musical rocks the stage at Grosse Pointe Theatre May 3-12

<h4>Photo Walks by TNS Photo Club</h4>
Saturdays, Mar 2, Apr 6, May 4, Jun 1, 8-10 am
Ages: All
TNS Member: Free, Non-Member: $2
Guided hikes through the SNC. Meet in the parking lot by 8 am. Bring your camera. Dress for the weather.
<a href="https://www.trailblz.info/TroyNatureSoc/EventComplete.aspx?eventid=2738" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register for Mar 2</a>
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Local Event: Photo Walks by TNS Photo Club

Photo Walks by TNS Photo Club

Saturday May 4, 2024: Photo Walks by TNS Photo Club
Saturdays, Mar 2, Apr 6, May 4, Jun 1, 8-10 am
Ages: All
TNS Member: Free, Non-Member:...

Lakeside Mall

MOTHER'S DAY GIFTS EXPO at lakeside Vendors Mall
Saturday, May 4, 2024 open 11 am - 6 pm, vendor set up 9.30 am
Mother's Day is May 12, 2024
Art, Crafts, Beauty, Fashion, Gifts, Jewelry and a Smorgasboard of unique gifts and products.&nbsp; Many items are handcrafted in Michigan.
Support Local Business
Vendors wanted $30 to exhibit, bring your own tables, chairs, tablecloth, displays.&nbsp; New white linen eight foot tablecloths are for sale $20 each.
Set up a pop up shop at Lakeside Vendors Mall.&nbsp; Spaces are 8 x 10 front and 10 x 10 in the back of the stores.
LAKESIDE VENDORS MALL
2024 SCHEDULED EVENTS
*&nbsp; March 23,&nbsp; Easter EXPO Spring Fling,&nbsp; 11 am - 6 pm.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Exhibit here, spaces $49 paid before March 1, regular $69
*&nbsp; May 4, Mother's Day Gifts EXPO,&nbsp; 11 am - 6 pm&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Exhibit here, spaces $25 paid before April 1, regular $40 cash only 
*&nbsp; August 17, Back to School EXPO,&nbsp; 11 am - 6 pm&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Exhibit here, spaces $25 paid before July 1, regular $40 cash only
*&nbsp; October 26, Halloween EXPO,&nbsp; 11 am - 6 pm&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Exhibit here, spaces $49 paid before September 1, regular $69
*&nbsp; November 29, 30, December 1, Holiday Marketplace Pop Up Shops&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Exhibit here, spaces $49 for both days paid before October 1, (or $49 day)
*&nbsp; December 7, 8, Holiday Marketplace Pop Up Shops&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Exhibit here, spaces $49 for both days paid before October 1, (or $49 day)
*&nbsp; December 14, 15, Holiday Marketplace Pop Up Shops&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Exhibit here, spaces $49 for both days paid before October 1, (or $49 day)
*&nbsp; December 21, 22, Holiday Marketplace Pop Up Shops&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Exhibit here, spaces $49 for both days paid before October 1, (or $49 day)

MICHIGAN SUPERSTAR TALENT SHOW
* Perform LIVE at Lakeside Mall
*&nbsp; $25 CASH to perform 20 minutes, Show Your Talent!
*&nbsp; $50 CASH to attract 50 adults redeem your free admission coupon&nbsp;
*&nbsp; $100 CASH to attract 100 adults redeem free admission coupon
*&nbsp; $200 CASH to attract 200 adults redeem free admission coupon
Post on all social media.&nbsp; Email invite everyone to come watch you perform LIVE at Lakeside Mall.&nbsp; Redeem free admission coupon with performers name.
One performer every hour.&nbsp; Not a contest, an opportunity to perform in public and show your talent.&nbsp; Bring your own equipment, none on site.
Performers Wanted, perform LIVE 20 minutes
March 23, May 4, August 17, October 26, November 29, 30, December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22<figure><iframe width="500" height="281" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/hifUr1bNi-o" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></figure>
Free Admission

Local Event: Mother's Day Gifts EXPO at Lakeside Vendors Mall

Mother's Day Gifts EXPO at Lakeside Vendors Mall

Saturday May 4, 2024: MOTHER'S DAY GIFTS EXPO at lakeside Vendors Mall
Saturday, May 4, 2024 open 11 am - 6 pm, vendor set up 9.30...

<h4>Little Acorns</h4>
Ages: 2-4
Wed, Mar 20, 11 am – 12 pm
Sat, May 4, 11 am – 12 pm
TNS Member: $4, Non-Member: $6
Let your child explore the sights and sounds of nature through outdoor activities. This program will take place outside, except in the event of inclement weather. You may choose to bring children in strollers or sleds that are sturdy enough for a wood chipped trail. The adult partner is free and must accompany the child throughout the program.
<a href="https://www.trailblz.info/TroyNatureSoc/EventComplete.aspx?eventid=2865" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register for Wed, Mar 20</a>
<a href="https://www.trailblz.info/TroyNatureSoc/EventComplete.aspx?eventid=2853" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register for Sat, May 4</a>

Local Event: Little Acorns for Ages: 2-4

Little Acorns for Ages: 2-4

Saturday May 4, 2024: Little Acorns
Ages: 2-4
Wed, Mar 20, 11 am – 12 pm
Sat, May 4, 11 am – 12 pm
TNS Member: $4, Non-Member: $6
Let your...

The semiannual partnership between Troy Chamber member restaurants and the Troy School District (TSD) is back for 2024! “Step Up to the Plate”, presented by <a href="https://www.childrensdmc.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Children's Hospital of Michigan</a>, is slated for Sunday, May 5th – Friday, May 10th.

During these dates, participating restaurants will offer diners 20% OFF their food purchases if they show a “Step Up to the Plate” promotional piece (i.e., school flyer, ad, email, or other communication about the program). The discount offer is only valid for food and non-alcoholic beverages. You can download the Step Up flyer<a href="https://troychamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-Step-Up-to-the-Plate-Flyer.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>.

Diners may then turn in their detailed receipts to a Troy school of their choice. Receipts are due to a Troy School by Friday, May 17, 2024. The school receiving the most money in receipts will win a $1,000 cash prize! This promotional event is presented by <a href="https://www.childrensdmc.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Children's Hospital of Michigan</a>.

Participating restaurants include:
<ul><li><a href="https://www.beyondjuiceryeatery.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beyond Juicery + Eatery</a> - 830 E. Big Beaver Rd., Troy</li><li><a href="https://www.biggby.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Biggby Coffee Troy</a> - 1057 E. Long Lake Rd., Ste. A, Troy</li><li><a href="https://cpdeli.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Central Park Deli Troy</a> - 2873 West Maple Rd., Troy</li><li><a href="https://www.crispellis.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crispelli's</a> - 645 E. Big Beaver Rd., Troy</li><li><a href="https://sportsandsocial.com/troy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DraftKings Sports &amp; Social</a> - 2850 Coolidge Hwy., Troy</li><li><a href="https://freshandpressedjuice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fresh &amp; Pressed Juice</a> - 3622 Rochester Rd., Troy</li><li><a href="https://www.gcfb.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Granite City Food &amp; Brewery</a> - 699 W. Big Beaver Rd., Troy</li><li><a href="https://www.mcveespubandgrub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">McVee's Pub &amp; Grub</a> - 1129 E. Long Lake Rd., Troy</li><li><a href="https://www.mrkabob.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mr. Kabob Xpress</a> - 2036 W. Big Beaver Rd., Troy</li><li><a href="https://www.ridleysbakery.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ridley's Bakery</a> - 4054 Rochester Rd., Troy</li><li><a href="https://www.shieldspizza.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shield's Restaurant Bar Pizzeria</a> - 1476 W. Maple Rd., Troy</li><li><a href="https://www.sweetgreen.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sweetgreen</a> - 730 E. Big Beaver Rd., Troy</li></ul>

Presented by:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.childrensdmc.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Children's Hospital of Michigan</a>.

Local Event: Step Up to the Plate, presented by Children's Hospital of Michigan

Step Up to the Plate, presented by Children's...

Sunday May 5, 2024: The semiannual partnership between Troy Chamber member restaurants and the Troy School District (TSD) is back for...

Step Up to the Plate, presented by Children's Hospital of Michigan

St Stephen's Episcopal Church

Reserve the Date: Sunday May 5 @ 3 PM for a bit of musical self-care.
Spring choral concert by Cantata Academy Chorale featuring a variety of pieces including Broadway favorites (Do You Hear the People Sing, Masquerade, Another Op'n'n, Another Show; Impossible Dream and Lullaby of Broadway) and deeply inspirational selections (Oh Love, Sing me to Heaven, Earth Song, Afternoon on a Hill, and a particularly haunting piece - Even When God is Silent). Please join us for a relaxing uplifting evening of music. 
Ticket sales and donations support our ability to secure new music and pay our director &amp; musicians. 
Tickets available at the door and in advance online at the link provided.

Local Event: Tomorrow Comes!

Tomorrow Comes!

Sunday May 5, 2024: Reserve the Date: Sunday May 5 @ 3 PM for a bit of musical self-care.
Spring choral concert by Cantata Academy...

Join us for Berlin Family Law Group's inaugural Legal Awareness Day, featuring expertise in Family Law matters. This significant event is dedicated to empowering our community with essential legal knowledge and support. As a trusted presence in Troy, Michigan, since our establishment, we are committed to serving the community that relies on us for their family legal needs. We are thrilled to contribute by providing invaluable insights and complimentary consultations with our experienced attorneys specializing in family law and related matters. If you need assistance getting to our firm, please use the link below. <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Berlin+Family+Law+Group/@42.5641741,-83.1648163,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x467411fa420c2046?sa=X&amp;ved=1t:2428&amp;hl=en&amp;ictx=111" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Berlin Family Law GBP</a>

Local Event: Family Law Community Awareness Day

Family Law Community Awareness Day

Thursday May 9, 2024: Join us for Berlin Family Law Group's inaugural Legal Awareness Day, featuring expertise in Family Law matters. This...

<h4>Owl Encounters</h4>
Ages: 5-Adult
Fee: $5
Join us on one of these tours to visit the rehabilitated owls that call the Stage Nature Center home. This tour gives you a chance to learn more about the different owl species, reasons why they each live in captivity, explore their different personalities, and get your owl questions answered. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Space is limited. Registrations may fill before the day of the program.
<a href="https://www.trailblz.info/TroyNatureSoc/EventComplete.aspx?eventid=2876" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register for Sat, Mar 23, 11 am-12 pm</a>
<a href="https://www.trailblz.info/TroyNatureSoc/EventComplete.aspx?eventid=2877" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register for Sat, Apr 13, 2-3 pm</a>
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Local Event: Owl Encounters

Owl Encounters

Friday May 10, 2024: Owl Encounters
Ages: 5-Adult
Fee: $5
Join us on one of these tours to visit the rehabilitated owls that call the...

Athens High School

The Troy Community Chorus, under the direction of Jonathan Lowrie and accompanied by Min Sook Chung, will present its Spring Concert “Waterscapes” on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. at Athens High School, located at 4333 John R Road in Troy. The concert music has a water theme, featuring a mix of traditional, spirituals and classical chorale selections. Additionally, 2024 recipient of the TCC Vocal Scholarship, Jerrel Willis, a senior at Troy Athens High School, will be performing.
Advance tickets are $12 for patrons ages 13 – 62, $10 for seniors and children ages 6 – 12, and children under age five are admitted free of charge. Tickets are also available at the door for $15 each. 
To order tickets, contact Gina Sweet at 248-762-6862 or <a href="mailto:ginasweet@gmaill.com">ginasweet@gmail.com</a>. Will-call tickets will be available for pick up at 7:30 p.m. the night of the concert. 
The Troy Community Chorus, founded in 1978, is a non-audition choir consisting of 70+ members aged 24 – 85+ years old from across the metropolitan Detroit area.
For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.troycommunitychorus.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.troycommunitychorus.com</a>.

Local Event: Troy Community Chorus

Troy Community Chorus

Friday May 10, 2024: The Troy Community Chorus, under the direction of Jonathan Lowrie and accompanied by Min Sook Chung, will present its...

Varner Hall

String, woodwind, brass, and percussion instrumentalists, ages 7-18, who are interested in advancing their musical skills, are invited to audition for membership in Oakland Youth Orchestras (OYO).
 
OYO is a premier Southeast Michigan Youth Orchestra that serves 350 students in grades two through twelve from 35 communities and seven counties. Merit and financial-need scholarships are available.
 
Audition sign-up for 2024-2025, OYO’s 50th season, is going on now and extends through May 11, 2024. For details about the orchestras and audition schedule visit: <a href="https://oyomi.org/join-oyo/auditions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">oyomi.org/join-oyo/auditions/</a>.
Auditions will be held in person at Oakland University Varner Hall. All prospective members must audition for placement into one of OYO’s four orchestras. 

"I loved being able to come to an environment where everyone was so musically motivated and ready to be challenged. The best feelings definitely were right after the concert when all our hard work finally came together."--Isabella Lebert, six year OYO violist.
Join OYO and celebrate 50 years of educating and enriching youth through music. For this special anniversary, OYO commissioned world renowned composer, Catherine McMichael, to write a symphony. The orchestras of OYO will premiere this piece in the upcoming 2024-2025 season. 
McMichael is a Michigan resident whose music reaches across six continents, innumerable students, and professional artists. Five publishers distribute her various pieces, from flute ensembles, piano, string chamber music, symphonic, band, and concert-length choral works.

Local Event: Oakland Youth Orchestras Spring Auditions April 27- May 11, 2024

Rochester-Rochester Hills

Oakland Youth Orchestras Spring Auditions April...

Saturday May 11, 2024: String, woodwind, brass, and percussion instrumentalists, ages 7-18, who are interested in advancing their musical...

Oakland Youth Orchestras Spring Auditions April 27- May 11, 2024

<h4>Scout It Out : Girl Scouts</h4>
Junior GS: Get Moving Journey
(includes Journey Award, Leaders and chaperones are free)
Sat, Jan 13, 9 am-4 pm
Fee: $35/scout 
Junior Girl Scouts will have the opportunity to complete the Get Moving Journey in a day-long program. They will learn all about energy, how it is used and ways to conserve it. They will participate in investigations, observe animals and brainstorm ways to help their community use energy wisely. Bring a sack lunch; beverages and an afternoon snack will be provided. Each troop should have leaders or chaperones with the group as per GSA policy; an adult is not needed for each scout. A scout attending on her own should have an adult partner.
<a href="https://www.trailblz.info/TroyNatureSoc/EventComplete.aspx?eventid=2762" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register</a>
Daisy GS: Clover Petal
Sat, Apr 27, 10 am-12 pm
Fee: $11/scout 
<a href="https://www.trailblz.info/TroyNatureSoc/EventComplete.aspx?eventid=2760" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register</a>
Brownie: Bugs
Sat, May 11, 9:30 am-12 pm
Fee: $11/scout
<a href="https://www.trailblz.info/TroyNatureSoc/EventComplete.aspx?eventid=2761" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register</a>

Local Event: Scout It Out : Girl Scouts

Scout It Out : Girl Scouts

Saturday May 11, 2024: Scout It Out : Girl Scouts
Junior GS: Get Moving Journey
(includes Journey Award, Leaders and chaperones are...

<h4>Nature Explorers</h4>
Spring Scavenger Hunt – Sat, May 11, 1:30 – 3 pm
Ages: All (best for 5 &amp; up)
TNS Member: $5, Non-Member: $7
Enjoy some screen-free time while exploring the natural world! Together we will participate in hands-on, outdoor experiences to investigate different nature-related topics. Adults must register and remain with their children.
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Local Event: Nature Explorers Spring Scavenger Hunt

Nature Explorers Spring Scavenger Hunt

Saturday May 11, 2024: Nature Explorers
Spring Scavenger Hunt – Sat, May 11, 1:30 – 3 pm
Ages: All (best for 5 &amp; up)
TNS Member: $5,...

Troy High School

Celebrate the start of the 2024 MWPL season with the Troy United Football Club at our kickoff event! Join us for food, games, prizes, photos, and more! Plus, stay for the game beginning at 6:00pm!

Local Event: Troy United Football Club Season Kickoff

Troy United Football Club Season Kickoff

Saturday May 11, 2024: Celebrate the start of the 2024 MWPL season with the Troy United Football Club at our kickoff event! Join us for...

Walsh College

What steps do you think can and should be taken in the workplace to make professional opportunities more equitable regardless of race, gender, age, ability, and sexual orientation?

This ½ day summit will discuss how to build a strategic approach in creating a diverse and equitable workplace, how to foster an inclusive environment for employees, and steps one should take in building a business community free of racism and discrimination. 
Diversity Summit Sessions:



<ul><li>The Current State of DEI - Gary Abernathy, CDP/MBA, Vice President &amp; DE&amp;I Practice Leader, Marsh McLennan Agency</li><li>What's in a Word - Michelle Cantor, Certified Coach &amp; Diversity Executive, Volar Consulting</li><li>The DEI Landscape After The SFFA v. Harvard Ruling - Michelle Crockett, Principal, Deputy Executive Officer &amp; Chief Diversity Officer, Miller Canfield</li></ul>
For sponsorship opportunities, email Sheila Denstaedt, Vice President, at <a href="https://www.chamberdata.net/webforms/sheila@troychamber.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sheila@troychamber.com</a>
<a href="https://corewellhealth.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a>
 
Gold Sponsor: Genisys Credit Union <a href="https://www.genisyscu.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.intelligentoffice.com/michigan/troy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a>



Supporting Sponsor: Consumers Energy
<a href="https://www.consumersenergy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>

Local Event: HR Diversity Summit

HR Diversity Summit

Wednesday May 15, 2024: What steps do you think can and should be taken in the workplace to make professional opportunities more equitable...

<h4>Knee-high Naturalists</h4>
10-11:30 am
Ages: 2-4
TNS Member: $11.50, Non-Member: $14.50
Children with a free adult partner, can attend one or more of the following programs. Each session includes a nature story, hike, activities, craft, and a snack. 
Bird Beaks – discover the amazing things birds do with their beaks. 
<a href="https://www.trailblz.info/TroyNatureSoc/EventComplete.aspx?eventid=2866" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register for Thur, Mar 7</a>
<a href="https://www.trailblz.info/TroyNatureSoc/EventComplete.aspx?eventid=2867" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register for Fri, Mar 8</a>
Sensing Spring – learn about our senses by searching for signs of spring like flowers, new leaves and animals waking up from their winter sleep. 
<a href="https://www.trailblz.info/TroyNatureSoc/EventComplete.aspx?eventid=2868" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register for Thur, Apr 11</a>
<a href="https://www.trailblz.info/TroyNatureSoc/EventComplete.aspx?eventid=2869" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register for Fri, Apr 12</a>
Froggy Adventure – come wearing sturdy boots as we will be searching for frogs, fish, and other creatures in the water.
<a href="https://www.trailblz.info/TroyNatureSoc/EventComplete.aspx?eventid=2870" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register for Thur, May 16</a>
<a href="https://www.trailblz.info/TroyNatureSoc/EventComplete.aspx?eventid=2871" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to register for Fri, May 17</a>

Local Event: Knee-high Naturalists

Knee-high Naturalists

Thursday May 16, 2024: Knee-high Naturalists
10-11:30 am
Ages: 2-4
TNS Member: $11.50, Non-Member: $14.50
Children with a free adult...

Friday May 17, 2024: Knee-high Naturalists
10-11:30 am
Ages: 2-4
TNS Member: $11.50, Non-Member: $14.50
Children with a free adult...

Troy Historic Village

Come join the fun and assist youth at the same time. Corporate sponsors this year include: HOUR magazine/DBusiness,&nbsp;(Silver Level: Mike Savoie Chevrolet, Troy-Metro Agency, Kelly Services, Inc.); (Bronze Level: ARISE Counseling Center &amp; Training Institute). Event includes:&nbsp;Raffles, music, cornhole competition,&nbsp;food from&nbsp;local restaurants - Carrabba's, Sedona Taphouse, Mission BBQ, Fogo de Chao and Achatz Homemade Pie Co. Wine supplied by Troy Manny's Liquor.&nbsp;$50 per person - see link for purchase details.&nbsp;OR&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://bit.ly/3wFDdT5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3wFDdT5</a>
Troy Kiwanis Fundraiser will help create a&nbsp;new financial aid program focused on connecting teens who have mental health concerns with local organizations and providing them with the financial aid to take advantage of the initiatives run by those organizations.&nbsp;The new mental health counseling assistance program is geared toward youth in either high school or middle school who have a need for additional counseling outside of the school system. They may have financial needs, but with the help of the Troy school system, we hope to identify those who need that extra help. We will be working with other organizations to help with the financial needs aspect. We are still working out the specifics, but we will refer these youths to them. The goal is to have the program up and running in the fall and be able to fund year-round.

Local Event: Troy Kiwanis Wine Tasting Fundraiser for Youth Mental Health

Troy Kiwanis Wine Tasting Fundraiser for Youth...

Friday May 17, 2024: Come join the fun and assist youth at the same time. Corporate sponsors this year include: HOUR...

Troy Kiwanis Wine Tasting Fundraiser for Youth Mental Health

<h4>Spring Bird Festival</h4>
Sat, May 18
8-10 am: Spring Bird Hike Ages: All Fee: $5 Spring migration is in its peak and brings with it a spectacular opportunity to see several amazing birds. Some of the birds will be summer residents; others will be just passing through on their trip north. Join us as we hike the trails and look for our migrating feathered friends. Bring binoculars or borrow ours. All experience levels welcome. Pre-registration required.
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11 am-12 pm: Peregrine Falcon Conservation and the Art of Falconry Ages: 14 – Adult Fee: $5 Peregrine falcons have gone from the edge of extinction to conquering concrete jungles. During this program, we will dive into the history of the world’s fastest animal. Follow along and learn about this amazing raptor’s journey to recovery and how falconry, the sport of kings, played a pivotal role. Pre-registration required.
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1-2 pm: Owl Pellet Exploration &amp; Meet a Live Owl! Ages 5 – Adult Fee: $8 Join us to learn about owls and their adaptations for predation while meeting a live owl! We will get up close and personal with their feeding habits by dissecting owl pellets to discover which animals they eat. Each person will dissect an owl pellet and have the opportunity to take home the bones found in them. Pre-registration required.
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10 am-2 pm: Visit with vendors &amp; participate in fun bird activities

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Saturday May 18, 2024: Spring Bird Festival
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8-10 am: Spring Bird HikeAges: AllFee: $5Spring migration is in its peak and brings...

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Ages: 5-10
10 am-12 pm
TNS Member: $7/child, Non-Member: $9/child
For homeschool children and a free parent partner. Participants should dress for the weather.
Maple Syrup, Tues, Mar 12 – Follow the path from summer sunshine to sweet syrup and discover how nature’s food factories (leaves) produce sugar through photosynthesis. Students will also participate in several trail side demonstrations while learning about the basics of sugar bush operation and forest ecology.
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Senses, Thurs, Apr 18 – Explore the world of nature using all five senses. We will use magnifiers to discover tiny natural objects, listen for sounds along the nature trails, taste sweet maple syrup on a salty pretzel and participate in other sensory activities.
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Animal Forensics, Thurs, May 23 – Solve engaging mysteries with dastardly animal culprits in this interactive forensic exercise! Students will piece together unique clues to nab the furry (or feathered) perpetrator, and gain a better understanding of the behavior, appearance, and complexity of animals along the way.
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Saturday May 18, 2024: Homeschool Nature Classes
Ages: 5-10
10 am-12 pm
TNS Member: $7/child, Non-Member: $9/child
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