Critically acclaimed indie-folk artist Sean Rowe is coming to the Norman Bird Sanctuary Friday, June 18th, at 7 PM and WhatsUpNewp has a pair of free tickets to the show, courtesy of Common Fence Music in Portsmouth. To enter the drawing for tickets, first, make sure you’re signed up for our daily newsletter here. Then […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary announces its schedule of summer events, programs
The Norman Bird Sanctuary has announced its upcoming summer season of events and programs. In addition to its weekly nature and bird walks, Summer Camp, and yoga classes, the Norman Bird Sanctuary will host fun-filled evenings and educational programs from June 15 through October 2. “Summer is all about being outside,” said Executive Director of […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary and Common Fence Music partner for Summer Concert Series
Portsmouth, RI, May 27, 2021 – The Norman Bird Sanctuary and Common Fence Music will present an outdoor summer concert series featuring nationally-renowned musicians performing in one of the Newport area’s most scenic outdoor spaces. This summer concert series brings together two Aquidneck Island nonprofit organizations for a diverse lineup of outdoor performances at the Norman […]
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Dates set for 42nd Annual Norman Bird Sanctuary Harvest Fair
Norman Bird Sanctuary will host the 42nd Annual Harvest Fair on Saturday, October 1st and Sunday, October 2nd. The event will be held at Norman Bird Sanctuary, located at 583 Third Beach Road in Middletown, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. An autumn ritual for generations of families, this beloved old-fashioned fair offers […]
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Running of Norman Bird Sanctuary’s 10th Annual 5K Run/Walk Set for June 18th
Norman Bird Sanctuary will host its 10th Annual 5K Run/Walk in honor of David Ley’s, Jr. on Saturday, June 18th 2016. A Father’s Day Weekend tradition for many, this will be the perfect family activity where participants will run, walk, or jog past scenic vistas of field, ridge and beach while the birds cheer everyone […]
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Chef Rich Silvia from The White Horse Tavern will Serve Up 34th Annual Birds & Breakfast at Norman Bird Sanctuary
Norman Bird Sanctuary will host its 34th Annual Birds & Breakfast on Saturday May 15th 2016. Attendees will be treated to a delectable breakfast buffet prepared with local ingredients by Executive Chef, Rich Silvia of The White Horse Tavern under a tent overlooking fields and the ocean. Along with plenty of food, the morning will be full […]
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Registration Now Open For Summer Camp at Norman Bird Sanctuary
The Norman Bird Sanctuary anxiously awaits its 57th year of summer camp! During each eight week session campers will participate in fun-filled, hands-on nature exploration, animal encounters, and outdoor discovery. Age-appropriate and innovative camps offer a unique blend of hands-on learning, games, animal encounters and team building. Camp groups are held on 325 acres offering […]
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Local Restaurants Will Offer 3-Course Meals to Benefit Norman Bird Sanctuary to
A trio of Winter Culinary Experiences benefitting one of Newport County’s most valuable resources, the Norman Bird Sanctuary! Enjoy a selection of 3-course meals that are filling and fulfilling! Three very popular local restaurants, Brix, The White Horse Tavern and Fluke Wine, Bar & Kitchen create special menus and generously donate half of the evening’s […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary Celebrates Opening of the Universal Trail
Thanks to a combination of federal, state and private funding, 1650’ feet of trail winding through fields, wetlands and forest down to Red Maple Pond, is now accessible to those with disabilities at the Norman Bird Sanctuary. The Universal Trail begins at the Welcome Center, where all visitors enter the campus, and will provide individuals using […]
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Planned to Celebrate Completiton of Universal Trail at Norman Bird Sanctuary
Members of the public are invited to join the staff of Norman Bird Sanctuary on Monday, November 23rd to celebrate the completion of upgrades to the Universal Trail and the new trailhead entryway. The ADA-compliant Universal Trail offers an opportunity for individuals with disabilities to establish a connection to the natural world, and helps fulfill […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary Announces “Design a Scarecrow Challenge” at Harvest Fair
The 41st Annual Harvest Fair at The Norman Bird Sanctuary (NBS) is adding a new challenge to their agenda of activities in 2015. NBS has announced “THE DESIGNER SCARECROW CHALLENGE,” a contest to draw local organizations, merchants and vendors to sponsor a team and create a “scarecrow” that represents your team’s creativity, originality and overall theme. A […]