BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Salt Marsh Alliance, Inc - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Salt Marsh Alliance, Inc X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Salt Marsh Alliance, Inc REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T150000 DTSTAMP:20241225T215301Z CREATED:20241225T213605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T215301Z UID:796-1747661400-1747666800@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:Fragile Beauties DESCRIPTION:Butterflies and moths play an important role in plant pollination. Their beauty of fragility inspire as they flit through the air. With Melissa Muller\, Senior Entomologist at the Long Island Aquarium\, find out about native species and how they contribute to the diversity of Marine Park. discover what you can do to support both local and global populations of butterflies and moths. URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/fragile-beauties/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T150000 DTSTAMP:20250209T181016Z CREATED:20240607T053056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250209T181016Z UID:798-1749303000-1749308400@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:Modern Marine Park DESCRIPTION:How was a garbage dump transformed into the Salt Marsh of Marine Park? Find out about the forward thinking decisions that created the beautiful and vital environments found here today. Retired NYC Parks Department Chief Naturalist Mike Feller illuminates Marine Park’s modern history. \nSponsored by the Salt Marsh Alliance\, Inc. and the Marine Park Alliance. URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/searching-for-social-justice/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T150000 DTSTAMP:20250706T220047Z CREATED:20250706T220047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T220047Z UID:839-1752931800-1752937200@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:What is the NY State Department of Environmental Conservation DESCRIPTION:How does the NY State Department of Environmental Conservation protect the land\, water and air resources of NY and Marine Park? How do they work with other agencies in the city? With this talk be DEC representatives\, find out how sensitive envirnments of Marine Park ar safeguarded. Discover how you can help. URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/what-is-the-ny-state-department-of-environmental-conservation/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T150000 DTSTAMP:20250706T221337Z CREATED:20250706T221337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T221337Z UID:841-1754141400-1754146800@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:All that Slithers DESCRIPTION:Discover the importance and beauty of the snakes found in NY & Marine Park. What role do they play in the complex ecosystem of the Salt Marsh? How do they survive harsh winters? Dr. Leroy Nuñez\, Dept of Ecology & Evolution\, Stony Brook University\, explains how snakes fit in. Take the opportunity to admire the native snake species living at the Salt Marsh Nature Center. URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/all-that-slithers/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T150000 DTSTAMP:20250830T122654Z CREATED:20250706T222051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T122654Z UID:843-1758375000-1758380400@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:Searching for Social Justice DESCRIPTION:Brooklyn’s free Black community attracted people from all walks of life\, who sought to grow their city in a radical antip-slavery vision. Prithi Kanakamedala\, Professor of History at Bronx Community College will discuss her book Brooklynites: the Remarkable Story of the Free Black Communities that Shaped a Borough\, which recovers the lives of the remarkable citizens and considers their lasting impact on NYC. Courtesy of the Salt Marsh Alliance & Friends of the Lott House. URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/searching-for-social-justice-2/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T160000 DTSTAMP:20250706T222429Z CREATED:20250706T222429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T222429Z UID:846-1760882400-1760889600@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:Celebrate the Fall Harvest through Dance DESCRIPTION:The natural world is an inspiration to the arts\, especially the transmutation from Summer to Fall. Celebrate the beautiful harvest colors and abundance through music and dance with the Brooklyn Dance Center. Bring your own chair. URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/celebrate-the-fall-harvest-through-dance/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T150000 DTSTAMP:20250706T222944Z CREATED:20250706T222944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T222944Z UID:848-1762090200-1762095600@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:How Brooklyn Became Part of New York City DESCRIPTION:In 1898\, proud Brooklyn consolidated with four other counties to become New York City. What led to that decision? Who was for it\, who was against? Find out from Brooklyn Borough Historian Ron Schweiger. URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/how-brooklyn-became-part-of-new-york-city/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T150000 DTSTAMP:20250706T223306Z CREATED:20250706T223306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T223306Z UID:850-1765027800-1765033200@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:Celebrate the Salt Marsh Nature Center DESCRIPTION:For 25 years the Salt Marsh Nature Center has provided a gateway for people to learn about the salt marsh. Come for the party! See how the Salt Marsh Alliance Photography Competition has captured the beauty of the amazing natural environments of Marine Park URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/celebrate-the-salt-marsh-nature-center/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T150000 DTSTAMP:20251127T211243Z CREATED:20251127T211243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T211243Z UID:894-1772890200-1772895600@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:Maintaining Marine Park's Forever Wild Natural Areas DESCRIPTION:Nature’s complexity is highlighted by Marine Park’s different ecosystems. Find out the when\, where and why of the park’s many restoration projects with a representative from Natural Areas Management\, NYC Parks. Discover how you can become involved and help care for your park. URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/maintaining-marine-parks-forever-wild-natural-areas-2/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260328 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260329 DTSTAMP:20251127T211425Z CREATED:20251127T211425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T211425Z UID:896-1774656000-1774742399@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:Happy Birthday\, Salt Marsh Nature Center DESCRIPTION:The Salt Marsh Nature Center is celebrating 25 years as Brooklyn’s premier nature center! Enjoy a day of nature hikes\, children’s crafts and entertainment for all. Explore the nature center and discover this getaway to beautiful Marine Park. URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/happy-birthday-salt-marsh-nature-center-2/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T150000 DTSTAMP:20260130T145851Z CREATED:20251127T205805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T145851Z UID:890-1776607200-1776610800@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:Celebrate the Earth! DESCRIPTION:Spring Renewal inspires music and dance as we come out of winter’s darkness. Performances by the Brooklyn Dance Center reflect the beauty of the salt marsh and other natural environments. Join for this Earth Day celebration. Bring your own chair or blanket. URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/celebrate-the-earth/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T150000 DTSTAMP:20260130T150312Z CREATED:20260130T150312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T150312Z UID:902-1777728600-1777734000@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:The Value of Street Trees DESCRIPTION:How do the trees on your neighborhood block help protect you and Marine Park? How do street trees support the natural environment? Learn about tips and techniques for taking care of the trees that keep you r neighborhood healthy and beautiful. Find out about the NYC Parks Department Care Captain Program and other ways you can help your local parks. URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/the-value-of-street-trees/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T150000 DTSTAMP:20260130T150643Z CREATED:20260130T150643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T150643Z UID:904-1780752600-1780758000@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:Mushrooms and Fungi! Oh My! DESCRIPTION:What role do mushrooms and fungi play i the complex web of ecosystems found in the salt marsh? What exactly are mushrooms and fungi? Discover more with Andrew Cannon of the NY Mycological Society and find out what could be growing near you URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/mushrooms-and-fungi-oh-my/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T153000 DTSTAMP:20260418T211655Z CREATED:20260418T211655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T211655Z UID:932-1784986200-1784993400@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:Celebrate Marine Park's History DESCRIPTION:On City of Water Day\, find out about the remarkable transformations that created the park we love today. Thomas J. Campanella\, Historian-in-Residence of the NYC Parks Department\, author of Brooklyn\, the Once and Future City\, will be talking about the history of Marine Park. URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/celebrate-marine-parks-history/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T153000 DTSTAMP:20260418T212532Z CREATED:20260418T212532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T212532Z UID:934-1785591000-1785598200@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:All That Skitters DESCRIPTION:How does the Fiddler Crab survive in the salt marsh tides? What other crabs live in the marsh? What happens i the winter? Where do Horseshoe Crabs Fit in? Explore the complexities and threats to the fragile salt marsh with Mike Feller\, retired Chief Naturalist of the NYC Parks Department. \nSponsored by the Salt Marsh Alliance and the Marine Park Alliance. URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/all-that-skitters/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T210526Z CREATED:20260418T210526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T210526Z UID:925-1789311600-1789318800@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:Stingers DESCRIPTION:Why do we see\,  and swat\, so many stinging insects in the fall? What vital roles do bees and wasps and other stinging insects\, play in the environment? How can we protect our native insect populations and ourselves? Learn why and how with Jared Kirschner\, Education Manager and Junior Entomologist from the Long Island Aquarium. URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/stingers/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T153000 DTSTAMP:20260418T211006Z CREATED:20260418T211006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T211006Z UID:927-1794058200-1794065400@saltmarshalliance.org SUMMARY:Update from the Lott House - Physical and Interpretive Renovations DESCRIPTION: URL:https://saltmarshalliance.org/event/update-from-the-lott-house-physical-and-interpretive-renovations/ LOCATION:Salt Marsh Nature Center\, 3302 Ave U\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11234\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR