Installed just last summer, the Northern Woodlands Pollinator Garden is now in full bloom. Stop by to enjoy a wide variety of native perennials – most of them started from seed and grown…
Events
Upcoming
August 19th 2025 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Pardon My Garden: Pollinator Garden Party
When: August 19th 2025 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Where: at
Northern Woodlands Office
16 On the Common, Lyme, New Hampshire
September 13th 2025 9:00 – 11:00 AM
Stewardship Walk: Exploring a Thoughtfully Managed Forest with Donn Downey
When: September 13th 2025 9:00 – 11:00 AM
Where: at
Thetford, Vermont (Location provided at registration)
Discover how thoughtful stewardship can transform a working forest into a thriving, wildlife-friendly ecosystem. Consulting forester Donn Downey will lead a walking tour of his Thetford,…
September 25th 2025 7:00 - 8:00 PM
The Forest Revealed: A Book Celebration with Kateri Kosek
When: September 25th 2025 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: at
The Norwich Bookstore
291 Main St, Norwich, Vermont
Join us for a celebration of The Forest Revealed, a stunning new book by naturalist and writer Kateri Kosek, featuring artwork by acclaimed illustrator Jada Fitch. This beautiful book invites…
October 18th 2025 3:00 PM
An Evening with Ben Cosgrove
When: October 18th 2025 3:00 PM
Where: at
Lyme Congregational Church
1 Dorchester Rd, Lyme, New Hampshire
Join us for a special evening of music with composer and pianist Ben Cosgrove, returning to the Lyme Congregational Church for an unforgettable performance. Known for his evocative,…
Past
June 27th 2025 8:30 PM
Annual Moth Ball 2025
When: June 27th 2025 8:30 PM
Where: at
Northern Woodlands, 16 On the Common, Lyme, New Hampshire
Our favorite party of the year is back! Lepidopterist JoAnne Russo will once again transform our backyard into a moth stage. We invite you to observe, learn, and celebrate our local moths.…
May 20th 2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM
The Past, Present, and Future of Northeastern Forests with Shersingh Joseph Tumber-Dávila
When: May 20th 2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Where: at
Lyme Congregational Church, 1 Dorchester Road, Lyme, New Hampshire
Join us for a discussion with Dartmouth College Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies Shersingh Joseph Tumber-Dávila, who will share perspectives on New England’s…
May 10th 2025 11 - 12:30 PM
Backyard Birds of Spring with Jocelyn Duffy
When: May 10th 2025 11 - 12:30 PM
Where: at
Northern Woodlands Headquarters
16 On the Common, Lyme, New Hampshire
Join us for a family-friendly exploration of Northern Woodland’s backyard bird life. This guided gathering will immerse you in the sights and sounds of New England birds as the season…
April 29th 2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Raising Cubs, Protecting Bears: A Conversation with Ben Kilham
When: April 29th 2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Where: at
Lyme Congregational Church
1 Dorchester Rd, Lyme, New Hampshire
Join us for a special Earth Month event with Ben Kilham of the Kilham Bear Center as he shares his fascinating work with black bears. A renowned wildlife rehabilitator and researcher, Ben has…
April 17th 2025 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Start Native Perennials from Seed: A Hands-On Workshop
When: April 17th 2025 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Where: at
Northern Woodlands Office
Want to grow more native pollinator plants in your garden? Whether you’re expanding an existing space or starting fresh, this hands-on workshop with Nancy Farwell will guide you through…
April 8th 2025 7:00 - 8:00 PM
The Promise of Sunrise Book Celebration with Ted Levin & Jeanette Fournier
When: April 8th 2025 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: at
The Norwich Bookstore
Join us for a special evening at The Norwich Bookstore as we celebrate The Promise of Sunrise: Finding Solace in a Broken World, the latest book from award-winning nature writer and former…
March 11th 2025 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Understanding Forest Carbon and Climate Adaptation with Dr. Alexandra Kosiba
When: March 11th 2025 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: at
The Howe Library
We had a fantastic evening with Dr. Alexandra Kosiba, exploring the forest carbon cycle, northeastern forests’ role in mitigating climate change, and how we can support climate-resilient…
December 18th 2024 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Holiday Open House & Gift Shop
When: December 18th 2024 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Where: at
Northern Woodlands Office
Celebrate the season with Northern Woodlands staff, supporters, neighbors, and friends. Our collection of Northeast-based books, jewelry, ornaments, and more will be on festive display in our…
November 16th 2024 1:00 - 3:00 PM
“How to Love a Forest” Woods Walk with Ethan Tapper
When: November 16th 2024 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Where: at
Lyme, New Hampshire
Join us for an afternoon in the woods with forester, author, and Northern Woodlands columnist Ethan Tapper. We will celebrate the publication of his new book How to Love a Forest and explore a…
October 26th 2024 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Setting Up Your Own Seasonal Nature Journal with Clare Walker Leslie
When: October 26th 2024 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Where: at
Northern Woodlands Office
16 On the Common, Lyme, NH, 03768
Join us for an afternoon workshop with Clare Walker Leslie, nationally known artist, naturalist, educator, and author of 15 books on connecting people of all ages to the nature around them,…
September 19th 2024 4:30 - 6:30 PM
Autumn Open House & Garden Party
When: September 19th 2024 4:30 - 6:30 PM
Where: at
Northern Woodlands Office
16 On The Common, Lyme, NH, 03768
We have so much to celebrate this autumn at Northern Woodlands. We invite you to join us on Thursday, September 19, from 4:30 – 6:30 PM for an informal gathering to welcome the community…
June 20th 2024 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Turning Stones Book Celebration with Declan McCabe
When: June 20th 2024 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Where: at
The Norwich Bookstore
291 Main St, Norwich, VT 05055
Turning Stones looks at the mysteries and life found in fresh water. The essays in this volume explore the diversity of life that depends on water and examine a range of life forms before…
June 7th 2024 8:30 PM
Annual Moth Ball 2024
When: June 7th 2024 8:30 PM
Where: at
Northern Woodlands Backyard
16 On The Common, Lyme, NH, 03768
Lepidopterist JoAnne Russo will transform our backyard into a moth stage. We invite you to observe and learn! Bring a camera or cell phone, a head lamp or small flashlight, and some eye…
May 15th 2024 4 - 7 pm
Spring Open House
When: May 15th 2024 4 - 7 pm
Where: at
Northern Woodlands Office
Join us in celebrating spring and learn about our plans for a pollinator garden! We’ll share the design and show you what we’re growing. Alicia Houk of the Wild Garden Alliance…
March 28th 2024
Total Solar Eclipse Talk
When: March 28th 2024
Where: at
The Lyme School
Join us for a conversation with physics professor Jon Saken about the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse that will take place on April 8th. Where and how to observe the eclipse How Eclipses Work…
October 18th 2023
An Evening with Ben Cosgrove
When: October 18th 2023
Where: at
Lyme Congregational Church
Ben Cosgrove returned to the Lyme Congregational Church for a lovely night of music. A composer, pianist, and multi- instrumentalist from New England, Ben’s music straddles the line…
September 20th 2023
Mushroom Walk with Meg Madden
When: September 20th 2023
Where: at
Lyme Hill Conservation Area
Join mycology educator, macro photographer, and author Meg Madden, on a mushroom curiosity walk to learn more about the lives of these fascinating organisms. On this walk we will explore the…
June 23rd 2023
Our First Moth Ball
When: June 23rd 2023
Where: at
Northern Woodlands Backyard
Come see moths dancing in the dark! Lepidopterist JoAnne Russo will transform our backyard into a moth stage. We invite you to observe and learn! Bring a camera or cell phone, a head lamp or…
December 7th 2022
Big Trees of Northern New England with Kevin Martin
When: December 7th 2022
Where: at
The Lyme School
Wooden boat builder and outdoorsman Kevin Martin discussed his new book Big Trees of Northern New England. He shared how he got involved with the Big Tree Program and how it relates to his…
November 2nd 2022
12,000 Years Ago in the Granite State
When: November 2nd 2022
Where: at
Lyme Congregational Church
A Talk with Dr. Robert G. Goodby, professor of anthropology at Franklin Pierce University and author of A Deep Presence: 13,000 Years of Native American History More than 12,000 years ago,…