Events

Discover, Celebrate, Explore

From seasonal celebrations to hands-on weekend programs and personalized birthday parties, there’s always something happening at Friends of Rye Nature Center. Explore our events, connect with nature, and create lasting memories with friends and family in every season. Whether you're attending one of our signature annual events or joining a weekend program, adventure awaits.

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Annual Celebrations

Old Fashioned Winters Afternoon

Nature Access Fund Benefit Dinner

Oktoberfest

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Weekend & Public Programs

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Project Feederwatch
Nov 2
Project Feederwatch

Observe, record, and count our feathered friends that visit our bird feeders from the comfort of our wildlife observation deck.
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Bird Seed Orders Due
Nov 4
Bird Seed Orders Due

Help us support our feathered friends while making a difference in our community!
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Pumpkin Smash and Composting
Nov 16
Pumpkin Smash and Composting

Not sure what to do with all those leftover pumpkins from Halloween? Bring them to the Nature Center and learn how smashing them up and composting them can be great for the earth!
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Birthday Parties

Host your child’s next birthday party in “green” fashion. Friends of Rye Nature Center offers birthday parties that are eco-friendly, educational, and of course a lot of fun! To help make these parties green, we provide reusable tableware, water and a minimalist, natural setting.