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Like many organizations, the John Hay Estate at The Fells is always seeking to build and nurture their wonderful spirit of volunteerism and we hope that their Spring Ladies Night: Denim and Diamonds will help to acquaint new volunteers with the many different areas of the organization to volunteer.

Join Meghan MacLean of Crescent Moon Wellness and Yoga for a practice in mindful movement. This peaceful and slow flowing vinyasa class emphasizes the connection between movement and breath. Attend practice on Mondays, Wednesdays, or both days.

Join local artist Debbie Campbell for a four-day camp/workshop on the essentials of painting nature. Students, ages 8 and up, will learn painting techniques and express their creativity while learning about color, composition, and perspective.

In its annual visit to The Fells Opera North will entertain us with delightful music and performances. Check back for more information about the performance.

Experience the art of our current Gallery exhibit, “Peace and Tranquility,” through the eyes of talented local floral designers. See how they interpret the painted canvas through innovative floral designs—from a single stem set in the perfect vase to an elaborate arrangement.

Ever wonder what it’s like to be a wild bird rehabilitator? What does it take to care for and treat the injured birds at VINS? This program will give you a window in daily life at VINS’s Center for Wild Bird Rehabilitation.

This celebration of Fairy Houses connects children to the natural world and includes crafts, stories and readings, and, of course, building fairy habitats in The Fells Fairy Village. Kids of all ages will surely also enjoy a fairy ballet performed by Ballet Misha.

Join Peter and Kate Diamond for a delightful talk about the experience of winning a Nobel Prize. Peter A. Diamond PhD, Institute Professor and professor of Economics at MIT, won the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 2010.