Upcoming Programs

Sanctuary at Woodville

249 Wood St. Hopkington, MA

Wednesday April 1, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

 

Join Alyssa Giaquinto of the Giaquinto Wildlife Center for an engaging program on wildlife rehabilitation, native owls, and simple everyday actions that help protect wildlife. Meet Bella, her ambassador barn owl, and learn how ambassador animals support education and conservation. A Q&A session will follow.

Please contact the hosting organization directly for more information, as this is a private event.

 

Marlborough Public Library

39. West Main Street, Marlborough, MA

Saturday, April 11th, 2:00-3:00 pm

 

Spring is baby wildlife season, and with warmer days comes an increase in wildlife activity right here in our own backyards. Join us for an engaging and family-friendly program to learn what to do (and what not to do) if you encounter young or orphaned wildlife, how to safely and responsibly coexist with our wild neighbors, and simple steps we can all take to protect native species. Meet Bella, our live ambassador Barn Owl, and discover the owl species that call Marlborough home. This free, educational program is open to all ages and designed to inspire respect, understanding, and compassion for wildlife in our community.

 

Northborough Historical Society

Main St., Northborough, MA

Wednesday, April 15, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

 

Join us for a presentation with the Appalachian Mountain Club on wildlife conservation and rehabilitation.

Learn about native wildlife, the challenges they face, and how we can all play a role in protecting them.

Please contact the Appalachian Mountain Club to register and learn more.

 

Jenks Center

Winchester, MA

Monday, April 21st, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

 

Join the Menotomy Bird Club for an engaging program with the Giaquinto Wildlife Center. Learn about wildlife rehabilitation, native owls, and simple everyday actions that help protect wildlife. Meet Bella, the ambassador barn owl, and discover how ambassador animals support education and conservation. A Q&A session will follow.

Please contact the Menotomy Bird Club for more information, as this is a private event.

Boylston Public Library

695 Main St, Boylston, MA 

Saturday, April 25th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Celebrate Earth Day with us as we shine a spotlight on wildlife conservation and the important role small, family run rehabilitation centers play in helping our native wildlife. Learn how everyday choices can make a real difference for the animals that share our communities and hear about the work we do to rescue, rehabilitate, and educate. Join us for this special event, and as always, our educational ambassador barn owl, Bella, will be there to help inspire a love of wildlife and conservation.

Bigelow Free Public Library

54 Walnut St, Clinton, MA 

Saturday, April 25th, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

 

Experience stunning wildlife photography captured by local photographer David Ammerman, featuring animals from Rauscher Farm’s remote cameras.

Guests will also learn about wildlife rehabilitation with Alyssa Giaquinto and her ambassador barn owl, Bella, from the Giaquinto Wildlife Center at 12:00 pm.

This free, family-friendly event requires registration.

https://bigelowlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/wildlife-on-rauscher-farm/

Pollard Memorial Library

401 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA 01852

Saturday, May 9th, 1:00pm - 2:00 pm

 

Join us for an educational day celebrating Lowell’s wildlife with the Lowell Loves Wildlife group. We’ll learn about our native wildlife, what we can all do to help protect these vital species, and meet our ambassador owl up close. It will be a fun, engaging, and educational program for all ages.

Fundraiser for RRS

Burlington High School

123 Cambridge Street, Burlington, MA

11:30 am - 3:30 pm

 

Join us on June 6th for a fun, family-friendly Rainforest Reptile event! Meet live animals up close, including snakes, an alligator, and feathered friends, plus enjoy hands-on activities and live entertainment.

Bella the barn owl and the Giaquinto Wildlife Center will be there as part of this exciting day of wildlife and conservation.

This event supports RRS Oasis Animal Sanctuary and their mission to rescue and care for animals in need.

Cape Cod Museum of Natural History

869 Main St, Brewster, MA 02631

July 9th, July 23rd, August 6th, and August 20th. Time: TBD

 

Join us for more summer fun on the Cape! All summer long, we’re offering programs at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History where we’ll learn all about our native wildlife and the important role wildlife rehabilitators play in keeping them safe. We’ll also explore simple ways you can help protect native wildlife right in your own backyard.

Meet Bella, our educational ambassador owl, and take part in dissecting one of her owl pellets at this fun, family friendly program.