Upcoming Events

Fred Elser First Sunday Science:
Where the Forest Meets the Sea: The Importance of Connecticut's Coastal Trees

Sunday, November 1 at 2 p.m.
Floren Family Environmental Center, Innis Arden Cottage, Greenwich Point Park

* Hosted by the Bruce Museum *

Trees and forests play a vital role in Connecticut’s environment, improving air quality, reducing urban heat, and providing essential food and habitat for wildlife. Trees are even more important along Connecticut’s coastline, where coastal forests face increasing pressures and much of their historic range has been lost.

What are the environmental consequences of this decline, and what can we do to protect and restore these critical landscapes?  Join GTC executive director Kate Dzikiewicz for a lecture exploring the importance of coastal forests, the challenges they face, and what might be in store for their future.

This program is free of charge. No beach pass is required if you are attending the Fred Elser First Sunday Science. Please let them know at the gate you are attending the Bruce Museum Seaside Center lecture. First Sunday Science programs take place at the Floren Family Environmental Center at Innis Arden Cottage, Greenwich Point Park, Old Greenwich, CT.

November Fit in the Forest

Saturday, November 7 at 9:00 a.m.
Babcock Preserve

Join us for a brisk fitness walk through the scenic Babcock Preserve, led by tree and fitness enthusiasts. Experience the benefits of exercise surrounded by nature as you enjoy fresh air, beautiful woodland scenery, and the calming atmosphere of one of Greenwich’s most beautiful

preserves.  

All ages are welcome. Bring your energy and wear appropriate walking shoes and clothing for the weather. We’ll meet in the parking lot at the North St. entrance. 

Trees at Night

Thursday, November 12 at 6:30 p.m.
Montgomery Pinetum

Please join the Greenwich Tree Conservancy and Town Tree Warden, Dr. Greg Kramer, on this informative nighttime walk to discover what nature at Montgomery Pinetum looks like after dark. We will walk with UV flashlights to see more at night.

Registration is Required. Free to attend.

Vibrant Trees in Autumn Landscape: Watercolor Workshop with Artist Hazel Jarvis

Saturday, November 14
2:00-4:00 p.m.
Greenwich Botanical Center Main Building Gallery

In Partnership with the Greenwich Botanical Center.

Let the vibrant glow of autumn inspire your brush. Join artist Hazel Jarvis for an afternoon of watercolor painting that celebrates the fiery brilliance of trees in their seasonal splendor. Guided by Hazel’s expert instruction, you’ll learn to capture the rich interplay of light, shadow, and warm color that defines the season’s landscape.

This workshop invites both beginners and experienced artists to slow down, observe nature’s radiant transformation, and translate the poetry of golden leaves and crisp skies into luminous watercolor. All supplies are provided (brushes, paint and palettes), just bring your curiosity and love of the season. Come paint, observe, and learn in a relaxed, creative environment.