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2010
Jan | Feb
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January 2010
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Lake Park Ice Rink Opening
ICE RINK IS NOW CLOSED FOR THE SEASON 2/18/10
Location: North End of the park near the tennis courts, playground and Warming House. Rink is on west side of Warming House, visible from Lake Drive and Locust.
Details: The land rink and Warming House will be open on weekdays from 3-8 p.m. for Open Skating (no hockey) and 8-10 p.m. Hockey Only. On weekends, the rink and Warming House will be open from 12:30-8 p.m. for Open Skating (no hockey) and 8-10 p.m. Hockey Only. A limited number of skates, in various sizes, will be available for use on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:30-4:30 p.m. free of charge. |
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Uncovering Hidden Worlds
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Marcia Coles Community Room
Details: Kevin Cullen, Archaeology Associate, Discovery World, will present a fascinating talk on Discovery World's archaeology program "Distant Mirror" which uses state of the art surveying technology, such as Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) to look beneath the surface of the earth to discover what was here before us. Although GPR's first use was in 1929 in Austria to study depth of glaciers, it has recently been used by archaeologists and historical societies to "see" underground without having to disturb the soil. Deceptively simple, a GPR "machine" looks like a lawnmower which can be pushed by one person and acts like a CT scan, sending radar signals up to a viewing screen. In 2008, Discovery World began a survey of Juneau Park, uncovering the 19th century residential neighborhood which was removed to create the park. In his talk, Kevin will tell us about these discoveries and Discovery World's plans for future explorations including possible answers to some of Lake Park's secrets and buried history. (What is in the Indian Mound? Is there evidence of an Indian village in the park? Was there a tavern at Park and Wahl?) This program will be a
must-see for anyone interested in history, archaeology, and love of Milwaukee's Lake and Juneau Parks. |
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2010 Ice Skating Party
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Ice rink and Warming House
Details: Enjoy s'mores and hot chocolate while skating or watching others skate. This wonderful family event is free! |
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February
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Duck Watch
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Meet on east side of Lincoln Memorial Drive, across from the running track and north of Bradford Beach
Details: These free, informal walks are open to the public. Recereational birders with spotting scopes volunteer to locate and identify common and rare waterfowl and gulls, both near shore and far out into Lake Michigan. Dress warmly. |
| 18 |
The Park People's 3rd Annual Friends Group Gathering
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Location: O'Donnell Park Miller Room at Zilli Lake & Gardens, 931 E. Wisconsin Ave. (Parking in O'Donnell Parking Structure)
Details: Celebrate with Parks Director Sue Black, recent recipient of the prestigious National Recreation and Park Association's Gold Medal Award. Get an update from The Park People on Friends Group initiatives. And hear Guest Speaker - Eddee Daniel, fine art photographer, ecological activist, arts educator and author of: Urban Wilderness: Exploring a Metropolitan Watershed.
Friends Group Fundraiser – Pick up raffle tickets. Friends Groups can earn $2.00 for each raffle ticket sold (the remaining proceeds go to The Park People which helps us to help you). Raffle runs through March 8, 2010. Prizes include season pass for green fees at any Milwaukee County Golf Course, season pass for admission to the Boerner Botanical Gardens or to Mitchell Park Domes (including the Music Under the Glass Series!) or to the David Schulz Aquatic Center at Lincoln Park.
RSVP to Jim Goulee at jim@parkpeoplemke.org or 414.273.PARK by February 15th.
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Guest Speaker John Gurda
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Marcia Coles Community Room
Details: Local historian John Gurda will be guest speaker. Mr. Gurda has written a number of books including "The Making of Milwaukee" which was then made into a Channel 10 production. Right now he is promoting his newest book on Milwaukee Jewish Culture. |
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March
| 6 |
Duck Watch
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Meet on east side of Lincoln Memorial Drive, across from the running track and north of Bradford Beach
Details: These free, informal walks are open to the public. Recereational birders with spotting scopes volunteer to locate and identify common and rare waterfowl and gulls, both near shore and far out into Lake Michigan. Dress warmly. |
| 20 |
First Day of Spring
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| 27 |
Nature Program - Urban Aquaculture
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Marcia Coles Community Room
Details: Jon Bales will be talking about the Urban Aquaculture Center, of which he is the co-founder. This organization promises to become an integral part of Milwaukee's nascent water industry. As our Great Lakes and oceans become increasingly polluted and over- fished, we need a clean, safe supply of aquatic fish and plants to sustain our dietary needs. (Not to mention our treasured Friday Fish Fries!) Jon will explain how the UAC will operate to address these needs. |
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April
Saturday mornings 17, 24
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Warbler Walks
Time: 8:30-10 a.m.
Location: West side of Warming House
Details: These free, informal walks are open to the general public. Recreational birders, who are familiar with Lake Park, volunteer to lead people of all skill levels to the best birding spots in the park. (Cancelled if weather calls for thunderstorms or winds of 20 mph or higher.) Visit http://home.roadrunner.com/~phunter1/lakeparkbirds.html for more information. |
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Clean Up Day in Lake Park
Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Location: Begin at Warming House
Details:
Be a part of the nation's largest organized annual clean up, beautification, and community improvement program. Set a positive example for your community by doing your part to help keep Greater Milwaukee beautiful! |
22 |
Earth Day
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24 |
Historic Trees in Lake Park Walk
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Warming House
Details: The Nature and History Committees are joining forces to lead a walk in search of Historic Trees in Lake Park. Employing our large collection of historic postcards and age estimates published in our booklet, Lake Park Trees, we will attempt to locate trees still standing after 50, 100 or more years. Wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather. |
24 |
Weed Out
Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Location: Warming House
Details: Volunteers are needed to help remove garlic mustard in the park woodlands. Enjoy a spring day in the park and help restore natural areas and protect animals too. Wear sturdy shoes and gloves. |
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Arbor Day
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May
1, 8, 15, 22, 29 |
Weed Out
Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Location: Warming House
Details: Volunteers are needed to help remove garlic mustard in the park woodlands. Enjoy a spring day in the park and help restore natural areas and protect animals too. Wear sturdy shoes and gloves. |
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Mother's Day Wildflower Walk
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Warming House
Details: Mary Schley will lead us on our traditional Wildflower Walk, pointing out returning and newly planted Spring wildflowers. A great way to spend the afternoon with your mother! |
| 1, 8, 15, 22 |
Warbler Walks
Time: 8:30-10 a.m.
Location: West side of Warming House
Details: These free, informal walks are open to the general public. Recreational birders, who are familiar with Lake Park, volunteer to lead people of all skill levels to the best birding spots in the park. (Cancelled if weather calls for thunderstorms or winds of 20 mph or higher.) Visit http://home.roadrunner.com/~phunter1/lakeparkbirds.html for more information. |
25 |
Lake Park Friends Annual Meeting
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Location: Marcia Coles Community Room
Details: Lake Park Friends will be holding its 2010 Annual Meeting. Plus, there will be presentation of the 3rd Annual Lake Park Friends Conservator of the Year Award. |
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June
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Meet Lake Park's Americorps Stewardship Assistant:
MOLLY LUNDBERG
Time: 5:30-7 p.m.
Location: Marcia Coles Community Room
Details: Lake Park Friends, in conjunction with Milwaukee County Parks, is fortunate to have the opportunity to employ a Stewardship Assistant through Americorps and Wisconsincorps for Summer 2010. We invite you to join us for a two-part presentation to learn about her plans to help the natural areas of Lake Park. After a brief slide show presentation about what sparked her passion for the outdorrs and the work she is currently doing for Americorps, Lake Park and Milwaukee County Parks, Molly will lead a short walk to identify some wonderful native plants and some invasive plants and the problem areas of the park. Refreshments provided. Wear comfortable shoes if you plan to join the walk.
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First Day of Summer
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Superun 5K Run
Time: Registration 5-6 p.m., Race begins 7:00 p.m.
Location: Pavilion Parking Lot
Details: The authority on running in Wisconsin, Badgerland Striders, is holding a 5K run in our own Lake Park! For all of the details and to register, visit www.badgerlandstriders.org |
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"A Summer Night at the Light" at North Point Lighthouse
Time: 6-10 p.m.
Location: North Point Lighthouse
Details: This spectacular event offers palate pleasers from local chefs, string music, and a silent auction, and the venue will be the lighthouse gallery, tower and grounds. Price is $75 per person. For more information, please contact May Klisch, Operations Manager, email: keeper@northpointlighthouse.org or 414.332.6754. |
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Waterfall Ravine Dedication
Time: 3-5 p.m.
Location: Waterfall Ravine Overlook and Marcia Coles Community Room
Details: Construction of the masonry structure of the waterfall has gone well over the mild winter months. The dedication ceremony will take place at the overlook at the top of the falls and light refreshments will be served afterwards in the Marcia Coles Community Room. |
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History Walk
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Meet at Warming House
Details:
Join members of the Lake Park Friends History Committee as we roam Lake Park in search of Lake Park's past history. Armed with maps and early 20th Century postcards, we will try to uncover the secrets of Lake Park Past. This walk will focus on the north end of the park. Dress appropriately as we will be hiking the trails. |
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July
| 5 |
4th on the 5th Celebration in Lake Park "America-United We Stand"
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Location: Lake Park Pavilion Parking Lot Area
Details: 9 a.m. parade begins at Hartford Ave. or Maryland Ave. Schools and proceeds east on Newberry Blvd. (Free flags distributed on the parade route.) 9:30 a.m. Free Ice Cream! 9:45 a.m. Honor Guard with flag raising and national anthem. 10:00 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free carriage rides courtesy of Lake Park Friends. Also games and contests for boys and girls of all ages. 10:45 a.m. Water Balloon Toss 11:00 a.m. Judging of decorated doll buggies, coaster wagons and tricycles. 11:30 a.m. Judging of decorated bicycles. 12:00 p.m. Sidewalk chalk drawing contest in parking lot. 9:15 p.m. Fireworks. To volunteer, call Phil Rozga at 332-4052. To enter contests, sign up at the registration table on the day of the event. |
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Musical Mondays Concert - The Dan Dance Trio
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Location: Picnic area #3
Details: Shorewood's keyboard wizard, bassist Michael Britz, and drummer Jeno Somlai forecast a jazzy start to Lake Park's twilight concerts under the trees. http://dandance.com/ |
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Wonderful Wednesdays Concert - The Chickadees
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: Picnic area #3
Details: The Chickadees, an engaging and energetic trio of women will perform fun and educational songs that appeal to kids and their parents alike. The Chickadees were a big hit last year, and we are excited to have them opening the Wonderful Wednesdays season! http://www.thechickadees.net/ |
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Musical Mondays Concert - Practically Baroque
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Location: Picnic area #3
Details: Richard Kieffer and Marjorie Melnick join Margaret Butler, Ravenna Helson, Max Yount and Caen Thomason-Redus with delightful works of the period. |
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Wonderful Wednesdays Concert - Dr. Hal
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: Picnic area #3
Details: Join Dr. Hal for this interactive show, exploring the many ways we use sound to express ideas and feelings -- using instruments from all over the world, and maybe even our own backyard. http://www.drhal.net/pages/presentations.html |
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Musical Mondays Concert - The Madison Marimba Quartet
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Location: Picnic area #3
Details: With their magic mallets, this incredible foursome returns to astound us once again with their brilliant renditions of borrowed, stolen, and specially arranged repertoire. |
21 |
Wonderful Wednesdays Concert - Holly Nagel
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: Picnic area #3
Details: Let's Visit Hawaii with Holly Nagel! She'll share a story, introduce us to traditional Hawaiian music, and get everyone dancing the Hula dance. http://www.hollynagel.com/Hula.html |
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History Walk
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Meet at Warming House
Details: Join members of the Lake Park Friends History Committee as we roam Lake Park in search of Lake Park's past history. Armed with maps and early 20th Century postcards, we will try to uncover the secrets of Lake Park Past. This walk will focus on the central section of the park. Dress appropriately as we will be hiking the trails. |
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Musical Mondays Concert - Ed Doemland
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Location: Picnic area #3
Details: Enjoy and experience this inventive Milwaukee musician at the keyboard with his historical retrospective of your favorite tunes from the Great American Songbook. |
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The Park People's Run for the Parks (5K Run/2K Walk)
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Humboldt Park Pavilion, Bay View
Details: The Park People of Milwaukee County are proud to announce an exciting new "Run for the Parks" 5k fun run & 2k walk to be held on July 27, 2010 at 5:30pm at the Humboldt Park Pavilion in Bay View. Proceeds will be directed towards improvements at the Humboldt Park band shell.
Pre-registration is available online for $25 at http://ParkPeopleMKE.org or by calling 414.273.7275. Children under 12 are free.
All participants will receive a "Run for the Parks" T-shirt, goodie bag from our sponsors and refreshments after the race. Same day registration will also be available for an hour before the fun run begins.
The race will be held immediately before the start of the weekly "Chill on the Hill" concert and finish in front of the cheering crowd of several thousand neighbors and park supporters! All ages and abilities are welcome to participate.
Official sponsors of the "Run for the Parks" include The Park People of Milwaukee County, Bay View Neighborhood Association, Bay View Homes, Tenuta's Italian Restaurant, Nowak and Lewis Chiropractic and others. |
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Wonderful Wednesdays Concert - Pintsize Polkas
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: Picnic area #3
Details: Uncle Mike, with his Pint Size Polkas, brings us the happiest form of music on the face of the earth. Let the bouncy music draw the whole family in. http://www.pintsizepolkas.com/index.htm |
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August
2 |
Musical Mondays Concert - Piper Road Spring Band
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Location: Picnic area #3
Details: When not on tour, this four-time WAMI Award winner wows Wisconsin with its infectious bluegrass music played on fiddle, mandolin, washboard, guitar and bass.http://www.piperroad.com/ |
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Wonderful Wednesdays Concert - Mark Hayward
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: Picnic area #3
Details: Mark Hayward, yo-yoer, juggler and all-around cool guy will join us again this year after an amazing performance last summer. http://www.markhayward.net/ |
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Musical Mondays Concert - Caen Thomason-Redus & Rene Izquierdo
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Location: Picnic area #3
Details: Hearing Caen's silvery flute and Rene's gorgeous guitar is like conjuring up Pan and Orpheus for an enchanted midsummer night's dream. Come hear for yourself! https://pantherfile.uwm.edu/caentr/www/ |
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Musical Mondays Concert - Kurt Ollmann & Jack Forbes Wilson
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Location: Picnic area #3
Details: Each a star in his own right, together they are one of Milwaukee's most dynamic duos with a program to charm their individual fans and captivate the unsuspecting passer-by. |
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Musical Mondays Concert - Midwest Vocal Express
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Location: Picnic area #3
Details: Milwaukee's famous award-winning male chorus closes our summer series with its tight harmony, energetic enthusiasm and stirring songs sung straight from their hearts to yours! http://www.mve.org/About.htm |
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Warbler Walks
Time: 8:30-10 a.m.
Location: West side of Warming House
Details: These free, informal walks are open to the general public. Recreational birders, who are familiar with Lake Park, volunteer to lead people of all skill levels to the best birding spots in the park. (Cancelled if weather calls for thunderstorms or winds of 20 mph or higher.) Visit http://home.roadrunner.com/~phunter1/lakeparkbirds.html for more information. |
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Bat Walk
Time: 7:30-9 p.m.
Location: Meet at Warming House
Details: As night approaches, you've watched these little hunters patrolling the skies and saving you from another nasty mosquito bite. Now get introduced. Join Jennifer Callaghan, coordinator of the bat surveys currently being conducted in Milwaukee Co. Parks, on a walk through Lake Park finding and identifying bats with a "bat detector." This neat machine uses acoustic monitoring to locate bats
in the vicinity, We'll meet at 7:30 p.m. for an explanation and demonstration of the technique followed by a walk from 8:00-9:00 p.m. Dress appropriately for a night walk through the park. |
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History Walk
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Meet at Warming House
Details: Join members of the Lake Park Friends History Committee as we roam Lake Park in search of Lake Park's past history. Armed with maps and early 20th Century postcards, we will try to uncover the secrets of Lake Park Past. This walk will focus on the south end of the park. Dress appropriately as we will be hiking the trails. |
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September
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Warbler Walks
Time: 8:30-10 a.m.
Location: West side of Warming House
Details: These free, informal walks are open to the general public. Recreational birders, who are familiar with Lake Park, volunteer to lead people of all skill levels to the best birding spots in the park. (Cancelled if weather calls for thunderstorms or winds of 20 mph or higher.) Visit http://home.roadrunner.com/~phunter1/lakeparkbirds.html for more information. |
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Lake Park Indian Mound Centennial Celebration
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Indian Mound, just east of the Locust and Lake Drive intersection (look for a tent)
Details: This event is being held in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the preservation of Milwaukee's last remaining prehistoric mound (circa 2000 years old). A number of distinguished speakers representing several statewide cultural organizations and communities will address local and statewide efforts to preserve Wisconsin's vanishing cultural heritage.
Following the rededication, the public are invited to UWM's Department of Anthropology (Sabin Hall, room F90) to hear Kevin Cullen (Archaeology Associate, Discovery World) give a presentation on his recent archaelogical work along Milwaukee's lakefront, including Lake Park.
Mr. Cullen's presentation will be followed by the annual meeting of the Wisconsin Archaeological Society, to which all are welcome. For more information, contact Kurt Sampson at (414) 405-4367 or ksampson2@wi.rr.com. |
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Bird Migration: Following the Flyways-Fact, Fiction & Future by Noel Cutright, Ph.D.
Time: 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Location: Marcia Coles Community Room, lower level Lake Park Pavilion
Details: Noel Cutright is Emeritus Scientist for WE energies, is the former president of the Wisconsin Society of Ornithology, and is one of the top bird experts in the U.S.
Dr. Cutright will give a visual presentation with many interesting stories and interjections followed with question/answer session. Refreshments will be served. |
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October
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Tree Walk
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Meet at Warming House
Details: Nature Committee Chairperson Gil Walter will lead a tree walk around the park with emphasis on
historic trees and their ages. |
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Cirque du Lake Park Annual Fundraiser
Time: 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: Tent outside of Lake Park Bistro Restaurant
Details: Please join us for an evening filled with selections of wine, fine food and a much anticipated silent auction. Proceeds from the event this year will support the playground renovation and other important projects in the park. This year we will gather together on Sunday, October 10th with the proud support of Lake Park Bistro which is celebrating an important anniversary this year (15th)!
If you are interested in volunteering your time to help with the playground efforts, please contact the LPF office at 414.962.1680. |
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Basic Nature Photography with a Focus on Birds
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Marcia Coles Community Room, lower level Lake Park Pavilion
Details: Brian Hansen, Lake Park Friends Nature Committee Member, who photographs birds in Lake Park, will give a presentation on basic photography skills and then will take participants out into the park to photograph birds, putting what was learned into practice. Bring your own camera. Refreshments will be served. |
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December
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