BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//WOMR - Outermost Community Radio - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:WOMR - Outermost Community Radio X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://womr.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for WOMR - Outermost Community Radio 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:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD 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:20260815T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T110000 DTSTAMP:20260729T203329Z CREATED:20260729T203329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T203329Z UID:10020127-1786782600-1786791600@womr.org SUMMARY:Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition at our Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this important Brewster Ponds Coalition annual event! Our annual meeting will be held on Saturday\, August 15\, from 8:30 – 11 AM. Following check-in and breakfast\, there will be a short business meeting reviewing the past year’s events and our award presentations.\nThe focus of the meeting will be a review of the Town of Brewster’s recently completed update of its Integrated Water Resource Management Plan (IWRMP) and Pond Management Plan (PMP). The BPC has advocated for and participated in the development of these plans\, which have been in development for the last year. Collectively\, they set out how Brewster will manage its water resources going forward\, and establish priorities for detailed pond studies. Mark Nelson\, Senior Hydrologist and Environmental Consultant with the Horsley Witten Group\, will present the IWRMP. The PMP will be presented by Kimberley Pearson\, Chair of the Natural Resources Advisory Commission and a member of the Brewster Board of Health.\nThe BPC Annual Meeting will be held at the Cape Cod Bible Alliance Church\, 3600 Main Street\, Brewster\, and is free for BPC members; be sure to reserve your spot. For non-members\, we are suggesting a $10 donation at the event. Check-in and breakfast begin at 8:30 AM\, and the meeting starts at 9 AM. Register at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-2026-Annual-Mtg-15Aug26. ​ URL:https://womr.org/event/join-the-brewster-ponds-coalition-at-our-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Cape Cod Bible Alliance Church\, 3600 Main Street\, Brewster\, MA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-annual-meeting-press-release.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7751763;-70.0262626 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cape Cod Bible Alliance Church 3600 Main Street Brewster MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3600 Main Street:geo:-70.0262626,41.7751763 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T150000 DTSTAMP:20260623T173446Z CREATED:20260623T173446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T173446Z UID:10019604-1785331800-1785337200@womr.org SUMMARY:Flora & Fauna at Brewster’s Ponds DESCRIPTION:The Brewster Ponds Coalition invites you to participate in this colorful and informative program on Wednesday\, July 29th\, from 1:30-3 PM\, during which two speakers will explore the exciting and often overlooked splendor of the ponds that dot our Cape Cod landscapes. Insects\, reptiles and amphibians\, birds\, mammals\, and plants are often overlooked by the casual observer\, yet the diversity that is observable every day on a casual walk is amazing and enlightening. \nLocal respected Field Naturalist and author Peter Trull will share photos\, anecdotes\, and information that will increase your depth of knowledge related to the life in and around Brewster’s ponds that we embrace and protect. Then\, Julie Hambrook\, APCC Pond and Cyanobacteria Program Manager\, will describe the APCC’s Cape Cod Pond Watchers Bio-Survey Program. She will explain how you can report your own observations of plants and animals around ponds to contribute to the understanding of the ecology of Cape Cod ponds. \nBring your curiosity about the beautiful space we live in as this session will surely not disappoint! Join us at the Brewster Ladies Library\, on Wednesday\, July 29th\, 1622 Main Street in Brewster\, from 1:30 – 3 PM The event is free and open to the public. Register at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Local-Flora-Fauna-29Jul26. URL:https://womr.org/event/flora-fauna-at-brewsters-ponds/ LOCATION:Brewster Ladies’ Library\, 1822 Main St.\, Brewster\, 02631\, Select a Country: ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Pond-image-for-presentation.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7584995;-70.0855289 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Ladies’ Library 1822 Main St. Brewster 02631 Select a Country:;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1822 Main St.:geo:-70.0855289,41.7584995 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T113000 DTSTAMP:20260417T010447Z CREATED:20260417T010447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T010447Z UID:10018423-1781341200-1781350200@womr.org SUMMARY:Brewster Ponds Coalition's 12th Annual Pond Summit DESCRIPTION:“How Brewster Protects Pond Users from Cyanobacteria Blooms”\, is the topic of the Brewster Ponds Coalition’s 2026 Pond Summit\, which is scheduled for Saturday\, June 13\, from 9:00 – 11:30 AM\, at the Brewster Ladies’ Library (1622 Main Street\, Brewster). \nRon Essig\, member of the BPC Board of Directors and leader of the Citizen Science program\, will provide a history of this BPC signature program\, which is currently in its tenth year of monitoring Brewster’s ponds for harmful cyanobacteria. He will briefly review what cyanobacteria is\, how it can harm both people and pets\, and the complexities of the testing procedures. \nDan Syriala\, Director of the Brewster Department of Health\, will discuss the Town’s processes in evaluating cyanobacteria risks in our ponds and the methods that have been developed this season in conjunction with the BPC to ensure timely evaluation of any cyanobacteria blooms. He will also review the new septic system regulations that serve to further protect harmful chemicals from entering Brewster’s ponds. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Registration\, coffee\, and pastries will begin at 9:00 AM\, followed by the presentations at 9:30 AM. To register\, please go to https://tinyurl.com/BPC-2026-Pond-Summit \nThe Pond Summit is being sponsored by The Leighton Team\, a BPC business partner. URL:https://womr.org/event/brewster-ponds-coalitions-12th-annual-pond-summit/ LOCATION:Brewster Ladies’ Library\, 1822 Main St.\, Brewster\, 02631\, Select a Country: ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/BPC-2026-Pond-Summit.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7584995;-70.0855289 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Ladies’ Library 1822 Main St. Brewster 02631 Select a Country:;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1822 Main St.:geo:-70.0855289,41.7584995 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T010453Z CREATED:20260417T010453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T010453Z UID:10018422-1778320800-1778328000@womr.org SUMMARY:Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition for a walk in the park! DESCRIPTION:Join the BPC for a 1.5-mile guided hike along a pond trail in Nickerson State Park on Saturday\, May 9 (rain date is Sunday\, May 10). The hike will be led by our experienced guides Nancy and Tony Ortiz and Kristi Dondlinger\, and will start at 10 AM. We will meet at the parking lot at the end of Flax Pond Road. \nWear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and a snack. The trail is mostly flat; however\, there will be some rocky sections and roots. Insect repellent is recommended because of the presence of ticks. There is a limit of 19 participants for this free event. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-pond-walk-9May26 – further details will be sent to registered participants before the hike. URL:https://womr.org/event/join-the-brewster-ponds-coalition-for-a-walk-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Nickerson State Park\, 3488 Main Street\, Brewster\, MA\, 02631\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Higgins-Pond-Walk.png ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7754984;-70.0308199 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nickerson State Park 3488 Main Street Brewster MA 02631 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3488 Main Street:geo:-70.0308199,41.7754984 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T001102Z CREATED:20260411T000925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T001102Z UID:10018374-1777107600-1777118400@womr.org SUMMARY:Join the BPC Beautify Brewster Team! DESCRIPTION:The 14th Annual Beautify Brewster Day is being held on Saturday\, April 25\, from 9 AM – 12 PM (rain date is Sunday\, April 26). Won’t you consider joining the BPC team – always one of the largest and most fun groups – to help clean up roads in Brewster that contribute to pond and groundwater degradation? \nRegister to join our team at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Beautify-Brewster-25Apr26. Additional details will be sent to all registered volunteers after registration. URL:https://womr.org/event/join-the-bpc-beautify-brewster-team/ LOCATION:brewster\, ma\, Brewster\, 02631\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/BPC-Beautify-Brewster-2024-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7482825;-70.0622231 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T163000 DTSTAMP:20260307T163637Z CREATED:20260307T163637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T163637Z UID:10017377-1775142000-1775147400@womr.org SUMMARY:Climate-wise Lawns and Meadowscaping DESCRIPTION:Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition and Peter Jensen of Terra Firma Permagardens (a BPC business partner) to learn about “Climate-wise Lawn and Meadowscaping.” Peter will discuss maintaining soil health and responsible\, aquifer-friendly fertility management\, as well as mowing techniques that emphasize pollinator protection\, all within a socially responsible framework. Through the use of specific techniques such as picture frame mowing\, no-mow strips in less-walked areas\, and others\, you will learn how to maintain your lawn or meadow with minimal environmental impact. With Spring around the corner\, this is a great opportunity to get some tips for your lawn and landscape. \nThe session will be held on Thursday\, April 2\, 2026\, from 3 – 4:30PM at the Brewster Ladies Library\, 1822 Main St\, Brewster\, and is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is appreciated but not required. Register at: https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Climate-Wise-Lawns-2Apr26 URL:https://womr.org/event/climate-wise-lawns-and-meadowscaping/ LOCATION:Brewster Ladies’ Library\, 1822 Main St.\, Brewster\, 02631\, Select a Country: CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Climate-wise-Lawns-and-Meadowscaping-2Apr26-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7584995;-70.0855289 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Ladies’ Library 1822 Main St. Brewster 02631 Select a Country:;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1822 Main St.:geo:-70.0855289,41.7584995 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T180000 DTSTAMP:20250826T164853Z CREATED:20250826T164853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T164853Z UID:10015423-1759422600-1759428000@womr.org SUMMARY:Zen and The Art of Watercycle Maintenance: An Agroecological Educational Journey\, Bringing a Global Approach to Solving Cape Cod's Ecological Challenges DESCRIPTION:Join the Brewster Ponds Association and Regenerative Agroecologist Peter Jensen from Terra Firma Permagardens for an enlightening talk “Zen and The Art of Watercycle Maintenance: An Agroecological Educational Journey\, Bringing a Global Approach to Solving Cape Cod’s Ecological Challenges.” This informative talk will be held on Thursday\, October 2nd\, from 4:30 – 6 PM at the Brewster Ladies Library. \nWe may not be able to change the climate above our heads\, but we can all begin to change the climate below our feet. Through simple solutions\, based on years of work across the globe\, science and art combine to capture and purify formerly destructive runoff to become nourishing subsoil moisture recharge\, bringing the opportunity for low maintenance horticultural success. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Brewster Ladies Library\, 1822 Main Street\, Brewster\, from 4:30 – 6 PM on Thursday\, October 2nd. This free event is open to the public; please register at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Zen-Watercycle-2Oct25. URL:https://womr.org/event/zen-and-the-art-of-watercycle-maintenance-an-agroecological-educational-journey-bringing-a-global-approach-to-solving-cape-cods-ecological-challenges/ LOCATION:Brewster Ladies’ Library\, 1822 Main St.\, Brewster\, 02631\, Select a Country: CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Zen-Watercycle.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7584995;-70.0855289 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Ladies’ Library 1822 Main St. Brewster 02631 Select a Country:;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1822 Main St.:geo:-70.0855289,41.7584995 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T153000 DTSTAMP:20250820T002801Z CREATED:20250820T002801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T002801Z UID:10015406-1757512800-1757518200@womr.org SUMMARY:Old Ladies Against Underwater Garbage Sponsored By The Brewster Ponds Coalition DESCRIPTION:Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition as we welcome Susan Baur\, founder of the Old Ladies Against Underwater Garbage (OLAUG)\, to the Brewster Ladies Library on Wednesday\, September 10th. Susan will captivate attendees with the efforts of this energetic group of ladies who swim in Cape Cod’s freshwater ponds collecting trash. Come and hear her talk on Wednesday\, September 10\, from 2 to 3:30 PM at the Brewster Ladies Library (1822 Main Street). This free event will be held in the main auditorium and is open to the public; register at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-OLAUG-10Sep25. \nThis summer has been a busy one for the group\, with more than 20 dives scheduled throughout the area. Although some planned dives have been complicated by cases of cyanobacteria\, it’s been a banner year for trash! OLAUG has hauled parts of an 18-foot dock and portions of a yellow corvette. As Susan says\, “Every dive is an adventure and gives us another story to tell.” You will be captivated by OLAUG’s adventures! URL:https://womr.org/event/old-ladies-against-underwater-garbage-sponsored-by-the-brewster-ponds-coalition/ LOCATION:Brewster Ladies’ Library\, 1822 Main St.\, Brewster\, 02631\, Select a Country: CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/OLAUG.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7584995;-70.0855289 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Ladies’ Library 1822 Main St. Brewster 02631 Select a Country:;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1822 Main St.:geo:-70.0855289,41.7584995 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T110000 DTSTAMP:20250721T211740Z CREATED:20250721T211736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T211740Z UID:10014245-1754728200-1754737200@womr.org SUMMARY:Brewster Ponds Coalition 2025 Annual Meeting and Cyanobacteria discussion DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this important Brewster Ponds Coalition annual event! Our annual meeting will be held on Saturday\, August 9th\, from 8:30 – 11 AM. Following registration and breakfast\, there will be a short business meeting reviewing the past year’s events and our award presentations. We will then hear from this year’s guest speaker\, Julie Hambrook Berkman\, PhD\, Project Director of the Pond and Cyanobacteria Monitoring Programs at the Association to Preserve Cape Cod (APCC)\, who will discuss cyanobacteria. \nShe will present key facts about how it affects our ponds\, including a brief review of the biology and ecology of these organisms\, how blooms are produced\, the APCC processing techniques and risk levels\, as well as potential causes of cyanobacteria in individual ponds and potential actions to prevent them. Time will be allowed for questions and answers. \nThe BPC Annual Meeting will be held at the Cape Cod Bible Alliance Church\, 3600 Main Street\, Brewster\, and is free to BPC members\, so be sure to reserve your spot. For non-members\, we are suggesting a $10 donation at the event. Registration begins at 8:30 AM and the meeting starts at 9 AM. Please register for this event at: https://tinyurl.com/BPC-2025-Annual-Mtg-9Aug. Many thanks to Agway of Cape Cod\, a BPC business partner\, for its sponsorship of this year’s meeting. URL:https://womr.org/event/brewster-ponds-coalition-2025-annual-meeting-and-cyanobacteria-discussion/ LOCATION:Cape Cod Bible Alliance Church\, 3600 Main Street\, Brewster\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image-for-2025-BPC-annual-meeting-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7751763;-70.0262626 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cape Cod Bible Alliance Church 3600 Main Street Brewster MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3600 Main Street:geo:-70.0262626,41.7751763 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T133000 DTSTAMP:20250617T192041Z CREATED:20250617T181832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T192041Z UID:10012791-1752312600-1752327000@womr.org SUMMARY:Brewster Conservation Day 2025: A New Look\, A New Location\, Same Great Fun!! DESCRIPTION:Brewster Conservation Day (BCD) 2025\, now in its 14th year\, will be held in a new location\, with expanded activities and events\, with the same fun and excitement you’ve come to expect from Cape Cod’s best-loved conservation fair! And it’s free! \nCome and enjoy this fun family event on Saturday\, July 12\, from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM\, rain or shine. This year’s theme is “Trees: Superheroes of the Natural World\,” celebrating the critical role trees play in protecting our planet\, sustaining wildlife\, and enriching our lives. \nFor the first time\, BCD will take place at the Sea Camps Bay Property at 3057 Main Street\, Brewster. With the additional space this property allows\, new activities are planned. \n● Russell Norton\, Barnstable County Cooperative Extension Horticulture and Agriculture Educator\, will be the featured speaker. He’ll discuss the role of trees and forests on Cape Cod over time.\n● The brand new “Creativity Zone” will engage children of all ages in fun\, hands-on activities related to the fair’s theme\, organized in part by the Brewster Cultural Council. Alex Roberts of Dot to Dot Art Workshop will offer special activities\, and artist Kate Sidwell will assist children in decorating a spirited tree constructed in honor of the event.\n● A live music performance will be presented by students of Washashore Music. Additionally\, singer-songwriter Paul Kehoe will perform children’s favorites. \nThere will be over 40 exhibitors that together celebrate our community’s natural resources and coastal habitat. Visitors will be able to engage in various interactive displays while learning about the importance of protecting our valuable resources. Animal lovers will enjoy displays about marine wildlife rescue and landscaping to attract wildlife. Other displays will celebrate sustainable landscaping practices\, pond health and water quality\, and native plants and pollinators. These informative activities will engage kids and adults alike! \nOnce again\, Mattie Dread\, the voice and spirit of WOMR\, will serve as the fair’s emcee\, and crowd favorite Trevor the Juggler will entertain all. \nCome and enjoy the expanded activities of Brewster Conservation Day 2025 and see why this annual event is a perennial favorite! \nDetails:\nBrewster Conservation Day 2025\nSaturday\, July 12\, 2025\, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM\nSea Camps Bay Property\, 3057 Main Street\, Brewster\, MA 02631\nSponsored by the Brewster Conservation Trust\, the Town of Brewster\, and Brewster Ponds Coalition\nCost: Free\nDogs: On leash\nAccessibility: Some mobility accommodations will be available\nLinks: https://brewsterconservationtrust.org/brewster-conservation-day-2025/ URL:https://womr.org/event/brewster-conservation-day-2025-a-new-look-a-new-location-same-great-fun/ LOCATION:Brewster Sea Camps Bay Property\, 3057 Main Street\, Brewster\, United States CATEGORIES:Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/BCD-2025-poster-e1750184416622.png ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Conservation Trust":MAILTO:dorria@brewsterconservationtrust.org GEO:41.7782422;-70.0455769 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Sea Camps Bay Property 3057 Main Street Brewster United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3057 Main Street:geo:-70.0455769,41.7782422 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T120000 DTSTAMP:20250320T134411Z CREATED:20250320T134411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T134411Z UID:10012033-1747476000-1747483200@womr.org SUMMARY:Designing landscapes for aquifer protection - Brewster Ponds Coalition and Terra Firma Permagardens DESCRIPTION:The BPC invites you to enjoy a guided tour of hillside lawn and contour terraces filled with native plants at Terra Firma Permagardens on Saturday\, May 17\, from 10 AM – 12 PM. Peter Jensen\, a regenerative agroecologist and runoff mitigation specialist at Terra Firma Permagardens (a BPC business partner) will explain how these terraces were designed with the vision of aquifer protection through ecosystem strengthening. He will demonstrate through hands-on actions how to guide destructive runoff to become nourishing walkoff. \nThis event is free\, but registration is required as there is a limit of 30 participants. Participants are encouraged to arrive from 9:40-9:50 AM to enjoy the serenity of the ecosystem that has been developed. Questions after the event are certainly encouraged. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Meadowscaping-17May25 to join us on Saturday\, May 17\, from 10 AM – 12 PM\, 155 Monument Road\, Orleans. This free event will be held rain or shine. Visit https://brewsterponds.org for more information. URL:https://womr.org/event/designing-landscapes-for-aquifer-protection-brewster-ponds-coalition-and-terra-firma-permagardens/ LOCATION:Terra Firma Perma Gardens\, 155 Monument Road\, Orleans\, MA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Terra-Firma-Perma-Gardens-Meadowscaping-terrace.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7677649;-69.9811349 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Terra Firma Perma Gardens 155 Monument Road Orleans MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=155 Monument Road:geo:-69.9811349,41.7677649 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T120000 DTSTAMP:20250407T154435Z CREATED:20250317T230759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T154435Z UID:10012023-1745661600-1745668800@womr.org SUMMARY:Water Resource Protection Information Sessions for Brewster Town Meeting Proposed Articles DESCRIPTION:The Brewster Ponds Coalition is hosting two public informational sessions\, on April 23rd and 26th\, to explain and answer questions about the articles related to water resource protection included in the town’s Spring Warrant. These sessions aim to inform and educate Brewster voters about the need for these articles to pass during the Annual Town Meeting on Monday\, May 5\, 2025. Representatives from the BPC will explain the purpose of the articles and why we support them\, including the BPC-sponsored article to request funding for a Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan (CWMP)\, and the recently updated Water Quality Protection District (WQPD) Bylaw and its proposed amendments. \nWe hope you can join us at one of the sessions\, which are free and open to all. \nTo register for the Saturday\, April 26 session\, please go to https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Water-Resources-26Apr25. It will be held from 10 AM – 12 PM in the Community Room at the Brewster Police Department\, 631 Harwich Road\, Brewster. URL:https://womr.org/event/water-resource-protection-information-sessions-for-brewster-town-meeting-proposed-articles-april-26th/ LOCATION:Brewster Police Department\, 631 Harwich Road\, Brewster\, MA\, 02631\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Community-Forum-4_16_24-COA-1-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7448106;-70.0797471 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Police Department 631 Harwich Road Brewster MA 02631 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=631 Harwich Road:geo:-70.0797471,41.7448106 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T120000 DTSTAMP:20250317T231434Z CREATED:20250317T231434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T231434Z UID:10012021-1745658000-1745668800@womr.org SUMMARY:Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition to help Beautify Brewster! DESCRIPTION:Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition Team — always one of the largest and most fun groups — for the 13th Annual Beautify Brewster Day to help clean up roads in Brewster that contribute to pond and groundwater degradation. The event will take place on Saturday\, April 26\, from 9 AM – 12 PM (rain date is Sunday\, April 27). After the clean-up\, all volunteers will be treated to a luncheon at the Brewster Baptist Church (1848 Main Street)\, beginning at 12:30 PM. \nPlease register to join our team at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Beautify-Brewster-26Apr25. Additional details will be sent to all registered volunteers after registration. URL:https://womr.org/event/join-the-brewster-ponds-coalition-to-help-beautify-brewster/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Beautify-Brewster-2023-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T170000 DTSTAMP:20250407T154446Z CREATED:20250317T230759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T154446Z UID:10012022-1745420400-1745427600@womr.org SUMMARY:Water Resource Protection Information Sessions for Brewster Town Meeting Proposed Articles DESCRIPTION:The Brewster Ponds Coalition is hosting two public informational sessions\, on April 23rd and 26th\, to explain and answer questions about the articles related to water resource protection included in the town’s Spring Warrant. These sessions aim to inform and educate Brewster voters about the need for these articles to pass during the Annual Town Meeting on Monday\, May 5\, 2025. Representatives from the BPC will explain the purpose of the articles and why we support them\, including the BPC-sponsored article to request funding for a Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan (CWMP)\, and the recently updated Water Quality Protection District (WQPD) Bylaw and its proposed amendments. \nWe hope you can join us at one of the sessions\, which are free and open to all. \nTo register for the Wednesday\, April 23 session\, please go to https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Water-Resources-23Apr25. It will be held from 3 – 5 PM at the Brewster Ladies Library\, 1822 Main Street\, Brewster. \nTo register for the Saturday\, April 26 session\, please go to https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Water-Resources-26Apr25. It will be held from 10 AM – 12 PM in the Community Room at the Brewster Police Department\, 631 Harwich Road\, Brewster. URL:https://womr.org/event/water-resource-protection-information-sessions-for-brewster-town-meeting-proposed-articles-apr-23rd/ LOCATION:Brewster Ladies’ Library\, 1822 Main St.\, Brewster\, 02631\, Select a Country: ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Community-Forum-4_16_24-COA-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7584995;-70.0855289 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Ladies’ Library 1822 Main St. Brewster 02631 Select a Country:;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1822 Main St.:geo:-70.0855289,41.7584995 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T120000 DTSTAMP:20250317T231502Z CREATED:20250317T231502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T231502Z UID:10012025-1744452000-1744459200@womr.org SUMMARY:Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition Hike at Nickerson State Park's Flax Pond DESCRIPTION:Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition leaders Kristi Dondlinger and Nancy Ortiz for a 3.5-mile hike to Flax Pond in Nickerson State Park on Saturday\, April 12 at 10 AM (rain date Sunday\, April 13). We will leave from the Big Cliff Pond parking lot at the end of Flax Pond Road. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and a snack. Although mostly flat\, this picturesque hike can be challenging in some areas. In addition to a few steep inclines\, there will be some rocky trails and roots. \nThere is a maximum of 18 participants for this free event. Details will be sent to registered participants before the hike. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Flax-Pond-Walk-12Apr25. We hope you can join us! URL:https://womr.org/event/join-the-brewster-ponds-coalition-hike-at-nickerson-state-parks-flax-pond/ LOCATION:Nickerson State Park\, 3488 Main Street\, Brewster\, MA\, 02631\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Higgins-Pond-Walk.png ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7754984;-70.0308199 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nickerson State Park 3488 Main Street Brewster MA 02631 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3488 Main Street:geo:-70.0308199,41.7754984 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T113000 DTSTAMP:20250317T230759Z CREATED:20250317T230759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T230759Z UID:10012024-1743843600-1743852600@womr.org SUMMARY:Brewster Ponds Coalition's 11th Annual Pond Summit DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend the BPC 2025 Pond Summit\, on Saturday\, April 5\, from 9 – 11:30 AM. The theme of this year’s event is Chemicals of Emerging Concern\, a topic in the news of late both nationally and on Cape Cod. \nThe Summit will feature two speakers on this topic. Tom Cambareri\, Water Resource Specialist and Hydrologist with Sole Source Consulting\, will provide background information about Chemicals of Emerging Concern and describe his work with municipal and private clients on water resources issues including groundwater modeling of PFAS contamination and remedial actions. Tom Barr\, Deputy Director of Public Works for the Town of Chatham\, will explain the PFAS issue in Chatham\, including when and how they were detected in the drinking water\, the options considered to remediate the problem\, and the course of action being taken. \nThe Pond Summit is free and open to the public. It will begin with registration\, coffee\, and pastries at 9 AM\, followed by the presentations from 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM\, at the Brewster Baptist Church\, 1848 Main Street. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-2025-Pond-Summit-5Apr. \nThis year’s event is being sponsored by The Leighton Team\, a BPC business partner. URL:https://womr.org/event/brewster-ponds-coalitions-11th-annual-pond-summit/ LOCATION:Brewster Baptist Church\, 1848 Main St\, Brewster\, MA\, 02631\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/BPC-Pond-Summit-2025-wiley-copy-2-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7585185;-70.0841799 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Baptist Church 1848 Main St Brewster MA 02631 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1848 Main St:geo:-70.0841799,41.7585185 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T113000 DTSTAMP:20250314T164941Z CREATED:20250314T164941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T164941Z UID:10012010-1743843600-1743852600@womr.org SUMMARY:Brewster Ponds Coalition's 11th Annual Pond Summit: Chemicals of Emerging Concern DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend the BPC 11th Annual Pond Summit\, on Saturday\, April 5\, from 9 – 11:30 AM. The theme of this year’s event is Chemicals of Emerging Concern\, a topic in the news of late both nationally and on Cape Cod. \nThe Summit will feature two speakers on this topic. Tom Cambareri\, Water Resource Specialist and Hydrologist with Sole Source Consulting\, will provide background information about Chemicals of Emerging Concern and describe his work with municipal and private clients on water resources issues including groundwater modeling of PFAS contamination and remedial actions. Tom Barr\, Deputy Director of Public Works for the Town of Chatham\, will explain the PFAS issue in Chatham\, including when and how they were detected in the drinking water\, options considered to remediate the problem\, and the course of action being taken. \nThe Pond Summit is free and open to the public. Registration starts at 9 AM\, and will be followed by presentations 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM\, at the Brewster Baptist Church\, 1848 Main Street. Please register at: https://tinyurl.com/BPC-2025-Pond-Summit-5Apr. More information is available at https://www.brewsterponds.org. \nThis year’s event is being sponsored by The Leighton Team\, a BPC business partner. URL:https://womr.org/event/brewster-ponds-coalitions-11th-annual-pond-summit-chemicals-of-emerging-concern/ LOCATION:Brewster Baptist Church\, 1848 Main St\, Brewster\, MA\, 02631\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/BPC-Pond-Summit-2025-wiley-copy-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7585185;-70.0841799 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Baptist Church 1848 Main St Brewster MA 02631 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1848 Main St:geo:-70.0841799,41.7585185 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T190000 DTSTAMP:20250128T215013Z CREATED:20250128T215013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T215013Z UID:10011428-1743096600-1743102000@womr.org SUMMARY:Brewster Community Forum on the Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan DESCRIPTION:Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition at our community forum to learn why a Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan (CWMP) should be a critical component of the town’s Integrated Water Resource Management Plan. BPC representatives will explain why there is a need for a CWMP\, its scope and goals\, and projected costs\, as well as the risks of not having one\, and answer any questions you may have. Equally important is that we will encourage an open dialogue and look forward to hearing any concerns and questions you might have. This proposal will be presented at the town’s Spring Town Meeting on May 5 for approval. The BPC Board feels that it is important to inform and educate our members and friends about why this Plan is important and should be funded. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Please join us on Thursday\, March 27\, 2025 from 5:30 PM – 7 PM at the Brewster Ladies Library (1822 Main Street\, Brewster). Register at: https://tinyurl.com/BPC-CommunityForum-27Mar25 URL:https://womr.org/event/brewster-community-forum-on-the-comprehensive-wastewater-management-plan/ LOCATION:Brewster Ladies’ Library\, 1822 Main St.\, Brewster\, 02631\, Select a Country: CATEGORIES:Municipal Events,Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/BPC-forum.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7584995;-70.0855289 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Ladies’ Library 1822 Main St. Brewster 02631 Select a Country:;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1822 Main St.:geo:-70.0855289,41.7584995 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T170000 DTSTAMP:20250128T215014Z CREATED:20250128T215014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T215014Z UID:10011427-1741793400-1741798800@womr.org SUMMARY:Brewster Planning Projects: A Presentation by Jon Idman\, Brewster's Director of Community Planning DESCRIPTION:Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition for a presentation by Jon Idman\, the Town of Brewster’s Director of Community Planning and Land Use Management. In this role\, Jon also serves as the Town Planner and the Housing and Planning Office’s representative on the Brewster Water Resource Task Force. His presentation will include an overview of his responsibilities as Brewster’s Town Planner\, current projects such as the recently updated Water Quality Protection District (WQPD) Bylaw and its proposed amendments\, and a discussion of current and future Planning Department challenges and concerns. This event is free and open to the public\, and will be held at the Brewster Ladies Library\,1822 Main Street\, Brewster\, on Wednesday\, March 12th\, from 3:30 – 5 PM. There will be ample time for Jon to address questions and concerns. \nPlease register for this free event at: https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Town-Projects-12Mar25 \nJon Idman is Brewster’s Director of Community Planning & Land Use Management\, which Department includes the Town’s Housing and Planning Offices\, as well as Building and Inspectional Services. In this capacity\, he serves\, among other roles\, as the Town Planner and the Planning Office’s representative on the Brewster Water Resource Task Force. \nJon’s prior work experiences on the Cape include being the Director of Planning and Community Development for the Town of Harwich\, the Chief Regulatory Officer at the Cape Cod Commission\, and an attorney in private practice concentrating on land use and general real estate matters. \nJon is a Harwich native and currently resides there with his family. He proudly serves as a Trustee of the Harwich Conservation Trust. URL:https://womr.org/event/brewster-planning-projects-a-presentation-by-jon-idman-brewsters-director-of-community-planning/ LOCATION:Brewster Ladies’ Library\, 1822 Main St.\, Brewster\, 02631\, Select a Country: CATEGORIES:Municipal Events,Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/blueprints-free-image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7584995;-70.0855289 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Ladies’ Library 1822 Main St. Brewster 02631 Select a Country:;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1822 Main St.:geo:-70.0855289,41.7584995 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T113000 DTSTAMP:20240830T181924Z CREATED:20240830T181924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T181924Z UID:10009137-1728727200-1728732600@womr.org SUMMARY:Terra Firma Meadowscaping: Building a healthy lawn for pollinators\, pets and people DESCRIPTION:Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition and business partner Terra Firma Permagardens for “Meadowscaping: Building a Healthy Lawn for Pollinators\, Pets\, and People.” This free “learn by doing” event will be held on Saturday\, October 12 from 10:00 – 11:30 AM at Terra Firma Permagardens (155 Monument Road\, Orleans). The session will be led by Peter Jensen who will describe native planting strategies of hugel terraces. Participants will assist with applying light leaf compost on the lawn and terrace. There will be time for questions and discussion. \nBring along work or gardening gloves and dress accordingly for being outdoors – this event will be held rain or shine. Spaces will fill quickly as this unique free event is limited to 20 participants. Participants are welcome to arrive from 9:30 AM onward\, and also to stay afterwards for a quick tour of the rain gardens and learn about runoff mitigation techniques. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-12Oct24-Meadowscaping URL:https://womr.org/event/terra-firma-meadowscaping-building-a-healthy-lawn-for-pollinators-pets-and-people/ LOCATION:Terra Firma Perma Gardens\, 155 Monument Road\, Orleans\, MA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/flowering-meadow.png ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7677649;-69.9811349 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Terra Firma Perma Gardens 155 Monument Road Orleans MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=155 Monument Road:geo:-69.9811349,41.7677649 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T110000 DTSTAMP:20240830T181938Z CREATED:20240830T181938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T181938Z UID:10009136-1727342100-1727348400@womr.org SUMMARY:Brewster Ponds Coalition Cycling Group Ride DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 26th 9:15am – 11:30pm \nThis is the last planned bike ride on the Rail Trail this summer (unless there are requests for more!). In order to get ready and chat about the ride\, please plan on meeting no later than 9:15 AM at the CCRT Parking Lot on Rt 137 across from Ferretti’s Market. \nWe will head west on the CCRT through Harwich\, Dennis\, and into Yarmouth\, passing Sheep\, Seymour\, Long\, and Hinckley’s Ponds\, the West Reservoir\, and over the new Bass River bridge. A fun ride on a fairly new spur of the CCRT! \n🚴🚴🚴🚴🚴 \nPreparation Notes: Please read the BPC Cycling Group “Rules of the Road” before the ride: https://tinyurl.com/BPC-cycling-group-rules for more information\, and register at https://brewsterponds.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=199&. The notes will tell you all you need to know from clothes to wear\, how to ride safely in a group\, simple cycling terms\, and safety thoughts and tips. \nLIMITED TO 12 RIDERS. FREE TO BPC Members! Registration is required – please register at: https://brewsterponds.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=199& \n🚴🚴🚴🚴🚴 URL:https://womr.org/event/brewster-ponds-coalition-cycling-group-ride/ LOCATION:Cape Cod Rail Trail ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/BPC-cycle-ride-07-21_WFP-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T203000 DTSTAMP:20240723T154424Z CREATED:20240723T154424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T154424Z UID:10008912-1723402800-1723408200@womr.org SUMMARY:Evening Glow Eco Paddle Fun-Raiser with Brewster Ponds Coalition DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this experience that will be a highlight of your last days of the summer. Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition and SUPfari Adventures (BPC business partner) on this evening glow Eco Paddle “fun-raiser” that will begin at Arey’s Pond in Orleans at 7:00 PM on Sunday\, August 11. This unique activity combines the sights and sounds of the “golden” sunset hours with the peace and stillness of the evening. With a single switch\, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) will transform into floating flashlights\, illuminating the marine life beneath the water’s surface. \nThe eco paddle guides will lead you from Arey’s Pond into Little Pleasant Bay and back. The event is approximately 1½-2 hours\, including brief safety instruction. Kayaks\, paddleboards\, and gear\, including personal flotation devices\, will be provided by SUPfari Adventures. Spaces will fill up quickly as this unique event is limited to 12 participants (minimum age is 14). \nRegistration is required in advance via this link: https://tinyurl.com/BPC-evening-paddle-11Aug24. Admission is $50 for ages 14-25\, and $75 for anyone over 25. When registering\, please indicate your choice of a kayak or SUP for each participant. \nMore details\, including what to wear and parking information\, will be provided to registrants in advance of the event. URL:https://womr.org/event/evening-glow-eco-paddle-fun-raiser-with-brewster-ponds-coalition/ LOCATION:Arey’s Pond\, Orleans\, MA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/SUPfari-Adventures-sunset_glow_kayak_tour.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7898354;-69.9897323 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T110000 DTSTAMP:20240725T205441Z CREATED:20240725T205441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T205441Z UID:10008914-1723278600-1723287600@womr.org SUMMARY:Brewster Ponds Coalition 10th Annual Meeting and Celebration DESCRIPTION:It’s hard to believe\, but the Brewster Ponds Coalition is celebrating its 10th year this summer! In honor of this occasion\, we will be including a small celebration of all our hard work during the upcoming Annual Meeting. Please mark Saturday\, August 10 from 8:30 – 11 AM on your calendars for this meeting at the Cape Cod Bible Alliance Church. Networking and breakfast will begin at 8:30 AM\, with the meeting starting at 9 AM. ​ \nThe BPC is excited to announce that the guest speaker will be Christopher Flanagan\, a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives for the 1st Barnstable District\, representing Brewster\, Dennis\, and Yarmouth. Mr. Flanagan has represented the district since 2023. Prior to being elected to the State House\, he worked in the Offices of the Secretary of the U.S. Department of State and as the administrative director of the Offices of Senator John F. Kerry and William “Mo” Cowan. His presentation at the Annual Meeting will focus on important issues to Brewster residents that are currently being discussed at the state level. \nThe Annual Meeting is free to BPC members so be sure to reserve your spot. For non-members\, we are suggesting a $10 donation payable at the event. Please register for this free event at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-annual-meeting-2024. Many thanks to The Leighton Team\, a BPC business partner\, for its sponsorship of this year’s meeting. URL:https://womr.org/event/brewster-ponds-coalition-10th-annual-meeting-and-celebration/ LOCATION:Cape Cod Bible Alliance Church\, 3600 Main Street\, Brewster\, MA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/BPC-Logo-3-10-15.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7751763;-70.0262626 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cape Cod Bible Alliance Church 3600 Main Street Brewster MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3600 Main Street:geo:-70.0262626,41.7751763 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T113000 DTSTAMP:20240604T133112Z CREATED:20240604T133112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T133112Z UID:10007039-1721294100-1721302200@womr.org SUMMARY:Ride the CC Rail Trail Eastward with the Brewster Ponds Coalition biking group DESCRIPTION:The BPC Cycling Group rides again this summer! Join us for a FREE cycling tour as we ride East on the CCRT into Orleans\, with a stop for refreshments at the Hot Chocolate Sparrow\, and back. This will be an approximately 11 mile ride at a leisurely pace. Come for the fun and camaraderie! Thursday\, July 18th\, beginning at 9:15 AM. \nRegistration is required and limited to 12 cyclists. Meet up instructions will be provided prior to the event. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Bike-ride-18Jul24. URL:https://womr.org/event/ride-the-cc-rail-trail-eastward-with-the-brewster-ponds-coalition-biking-group/ LOCATION:Cape Cod Rail Trail ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Bike-To-Ponds-6-2021-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T113000 DTSTAMP:20240604T133133Z CREATED:20240604T133133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T133133Z UID:10007038-1718874900-1718883000@womr.org SUMMARY:Ride the rail trail with the Brewster Ponds Coalition Cycling Group DESCRIPTION:The BPC Cycling Group rides again this summer! Join us for the first of four (4) FREE cycling tours as we explore the backroads and kettle ponds of Brewster and beyond. Thursday\, June 20th\, beginning at 9:15 AM\, ride the Cape Cod Rail Trail past four kettle ponds and into Harwich and back. \nRegistration is required and limited to 12 cyclists. Meet up instructions will be provided prior to the event. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-2024BikeRide-1 URL:https://womr.org/event/ride-the-rail-trail-with-the-brewster-ponds-coalition-cycling-group/ LOCATION:Cape Cod Rail Trail ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Bike-To-Ponds-6-2021-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T113000 DTSTAMP:20240523T203644Z CREATED:20240523T203644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T203644Z UID:10006349-1717839000-1717846200@womr.org SUMMARY:Brewster Pond Coalition's 10th Annual Pond Summit DESCRIPTION:The Brewster Ponds Coalition invites you to join us at our 10th Annual Pond Summit. Two speakers will be presenting at this year’s event: Bryan Horsley from the Massachusetts Alternative Septic System Test Center (MASSTC) who will describe how innovative toilets can remove nitrogen and phosphorus from wastewater\, and Hilary Sandler from the UMass Cranberry Station in Wareham who will talk about the impact of cranberry bogs on pond health. We will wrap up with BPC Board member Marty Burke explaining how to bring the Pond Protection Pledge Program to your neighborhood. \nThe Pond Summit will begin with registration\, coffee\, and pastries at 9:30 AM\, followed by the presentations starting at 10 AM. More details on the speakers and their presentations will follow on our website\, https://www.brewsterponds.org\, and monthly newsletters. Please register for this event on June 8th\, 9:30 – 11:30 AM at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Pond-Summit-2024. Registration is requested\, and walk-ins are welcome. \nThis event is being sponsored by Agway of Cape Cod\, a BPC business partner. \nDrone photograph provided by Tim Chase URL:https://womr.org/event/brewster-pond-coalitions-10th-annual-pond-summit/ LOCATION:Brewster Baptist Church\, 1848 Main St\, Brewster\, MA\, 02631\, United States CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Canoe-Pond-by-Tim-Chase-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7585185;-70.0841799 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Baptist Church 1848 Main St Brewster MA 02631 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1848 Main St:geo:-70.0841799,41.7585185 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T183000 DTSTAMP:20240408T004326Z CREATED:20240408T004326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T004326Z UID:10005928-1717518600-1717525800@womr.org SUMMARY:Invasive plants\, invasive insects - oh my! DESCRIPTION:There are many plants and insects on Cape Cod that are not native to our specific environment. Many of us don’t know where to start in identifying them and learning how to manage them. The BPC invites you to this free informative talk by Beth Taylor\, a Barnstable County Master Gardener\, about removing invasive plants and insects from your landscape and promoting native species. There will be ample time provided for questions and answers.\nPlease register for this free event at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-invasives-4Jun24. It will be held at the Brewster Ladies Library\, Main Street\, Brewster\, on Tuesday\, June 4\, 2024\, from 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM URL:https://womr.org/event/invasive-plants-invasive-insects-oh-my/ LOCATION:Brewster Ladies’ Library\, 1822 Main St.\, Brewster\, 02631\, Select a Country: CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/spotted-lanternfly.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7584995;-70.0855289 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Ladies’ Library 1822 Main St. Brewster 02631 Select a Country:;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1822 Main St.:geo:-70.0855289,41.7584995 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T120000 DTSTAMP:20240501T220841Z CREATED:20240501T220841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T220841Z UID:10006025-1716026400-1716033600@womr.org SUMMARY:Calf Field Pond Punkhorn Hike DESCRIPTION:Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition and leader Nancy Ortiz for a 3 mile narrated hike through the north area of the Punkhorn at 10 AM on Saturday\, May 18th (rain date May 19th). Those interested can join us for an additional short hike afterward to the beautiful Eagle Point overlooking Upper Mill Pond. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and a snack. The area is mostly flat\, however\, there will be some rocky trails and roots. You are encouraged to take photos. There is a maximum of 25 participants for this free event. Details will be sent to registered participants before the walk. Please register at: https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Pond-Walk-18May24 \nThe Brewster Ponds Coalition is a 501(C)3 charitable nonprofit\, whose mission is “To protect and improve the health of Brewster’s ponds through science\, education and advocacy”. For more information about the BPC\, become a member\, or to volunteer\, visit https://www.brewsterponds.org/. You may also call us at 508-258-9801\, or mail us at Brewster Ponds Coalition\, PO Box 459\, Brewster\, MA 02631. URL:https://womr.org/event/calf-field-pond-punkhorn-hike/ LOCATION:Punkhorn Parklands\, Brewster\, Brewster\, MA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Higgins-Pond-Walk.png ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7600902;-70.0827905 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T120000 DTSTAMP:20240418T210934Z CREATED:20240418T210934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T210934Z UID:10005966-1714816800-1714824000@womr.org SUMMARY:BPC Herring Run FUN-raiser ECO Paddle DESCRIPTION:Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition for an inspiring paddle on the waters of one of the most iconic and productive herring runs on all of Cape Cod — The Stony Brook Run and Mill Ponds in Brewster. The BPC and our business partner\, SUPfari Adventures\, invite you to join us on Upper Mill Pond in Brewster – Saturday\, May 4th from 10 – 12 (rain date is Sunday\, May 5th). Each paddle is limited to 12 participants. The fee is $75 per person and pre-registration and payment are required. This is a no-refund\, no-cancellation event since reservations are extremely limited and will go fast! Register at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-HerringRun-paddle-4May24 URL:https://womr.org/event/bpc-herring-run-fun-raiser-eco-paddle/ LOCATION:Upper Mill Pond\, Brewster\, 02631\, United States CATEGORIES:Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/eco-paddle-photo.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T120000 DTSTAMP:20240320T003822Z CREATED:20240320T003804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T003822Z UID:10005647-1713607200-1713614400@womr.org SUMMARY:Community Forum on Proposed Water Management Town Meeting Articles DESCRIPTION:Join the Brewster Ponds Coalition at one of two community forums to learn about the articles on the town’s Spring Warrant related to water resources which will be brought to residents for approval at the Spring Town Meeting. The BPC Board feels that it is important to inform and educate our members and friends about the need for these articles to pass during the Annual Town Meeting on May 11. BPC representatives will explain why there is a need for a water management plan\, its scope and goals\, and projected costs\, as well as the risks of not having one\, and answer any questions you may have. \nThe BPC will host two forums to explain the details of the proposal\, both of which are free and open to the public: \nSaturday\, Apr 20\, 2024 from 10 AM – 12 PM at the Brewster Ladies Library\, 1822 Main Street\, Brewster. Please register for the April 20th session at https://tinyurl.com/BPC-Forum-April20. URL:https://womr.org/event/community-forum-on-proposed-water-management-town-meeting-articles-april-20-2024/ LOCATION:Brewster Ladies’ Library\, 1822 Main St.\, Brewster\, 02631\, Select a Country: ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://womr.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/water-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brewster Ponds Coalition":MAILTO:brewsterponds@outlook.com GEO:41.7584995;-70.0855289 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brewster Ladies’ Library 1822 Main St. Brewster 02631 Select a Country:;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1822 Main St.:geo:-70.0855289,41.7584995 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR