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  • Saturday, November 28 – Opening of Kinney Azalea Gardens Festival of Trees

    We know fall has only just begun, but consider getting involved in this year’s Kinney Azalea Gardens Festival of Trees in Kingston, Rhode Island.
    Decorate a tree, volunteer, join us with your caroling group or Scout troop, or sign up to read stories. There are so many ways to be part of the magic.
    Festival of Trees sign-ups are live on our website. The event runs until early January, 2027.

    Kinney Azalea Gardens in Rhode Island is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and celebrating the beauty of native and uncommon plant life across its enchanting 16 acres of whimsical woodland trails.

    Home to over 500 species of unique and rare azalea cultivars, the gardens also boast diverse habitats and ecosystems, an arboretum of notable trees, and abundant native plantings that flourish in harmony with the land.

    Each winding path offers visitors a chance to explore vivid seasonal interests and discover the rich tapestry of life that makes Kinney Azalea Gardens a botanical treasure.
    https://www.kinneyazaleagardens.com/festival-of-trees

  • Wednesday, August 13, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm – Native Land Conservancy Bioblitz 2025

    Join the Native Land Conservancy’s fourth annual gathering of professional and citizen scientists on Wednesday, August 13 from 10 – 2 on Wampanoag Common Lands, 266 Bishops Highway in Kingston, Massachusetts. This annual survey helps NLC document and track ecological changes through time and assess the ongoing restoration efforts. Bring lunch, bug repellent, sun block, and your fully-charged smart phone to identify species using the free app, iNaturalist. Register online at @bit.ly/NLCBioBlitz26 or scan QR code below.