September programs announced for Fond du Lac County Audubon Society

The Fond du Lac County Audubon Society has announced September programs that the community is invited to participate in. Programs, walks, and other events are free (with the exception of the entrance fee to the Paine Art Center.)

Wild Feast Potluck on September 4

Wednesday, September 4, 5 pm, Denevue Creek Shelter, Lakeside Park (east end of Harbor View Drive)

Enjoy fresh outdoor food at our Wild Feast Potluck. We plan to be eating at 5:30 pm. Bring your own plate, cup, bowl, utensils, and beverage. Alcohol is allowed in the shelter area. Your contribution of food or drink to the potluck should include some wild ingredients or fresh produce from your garden. This is an opportunity to experiment and try something new. There are many edible weeds in your own yard. However, avoid areas that are treated with pesticides. Please bring a list of the ingredients or the recipe, so that people can avoid allergy problems. For more information call 920-922-7931 or email dianahbeck@gmail.com.

Sunset/Full Moon Walk Eldorado MarshMonday, September 16, 6:30 pm
Join us as we walk along the dike road in Eldorado Marsh. We will enjoy the late daylight of the sunset and the full moon rising as we watch for birds and other wildlife. Bring insect repellent. Some binoculars will be available. Meet in the parking lot at the end of Dike Road on the east side of Eldorado Marsh. The hike is canceled if overcast. 

Insect Portraits and a Cabinet of Wonder at the Paine Art Center and Gardens

Friday, Sept. 20, 9:45 am, 1410 Algoma Blvd, OshkoshJoin us for this beautiful exhibit, carpooling from the Children’s Museum parking lot at 9:45 am or meet us at 10:30 am at the Paine Art Center. Examine extremely fine pigmented scales, velvet-like surface textures, saw-sharp mandibles, swirling patterns, and vibrant colors with photography by British photographer Levon Biss. Then, using exotic insects, Jennifer Angus explores themes of beauty, pattern, ornamentation, relationships between humans and insects, and the roles insects play in ecosystems. Lunch (optional) at Gardinas afterward.