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Thursday, May 11

Wake up with the birds.

The Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary’s Thursday morning bird walks begin at 8 a.m. Sanctuary staff will lead a three-hour tour through the property in search of migratory birds. The cost is $10 per person for Mass Audubon members; $12 for non-members. Pre-registration is required; visit massaudubon.org/allenspond, or call (508) 636-2437.

Walk with the birds.

The Lloyd Center will host an afternoon bird walk, 3-5 p.m., at its 430 Potomska Road location. Participants will search the forest edges, kettle ponds, vernal pools, salt marsh, and estuary for colorful species such as the Baltimore oriole, breeding birds, and shorebirds. Participants should bring binoculars and a bird guide if they have them. The walk is $3 for members, $5 for non-members, and $2 for children under 12. Visit lloydcenter.org for more information.

Support the arts.

The district will hold its annual art show for grades K through 12 at Dartmouth High School, 6-8 p.m.

Saturday, May 13

Make four-legged friends.

The Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust, alongside the Dartmouth Dog Advisory Work Group and The Canine Club, will host a dog walk at Destruction Brook Woods, 9-10:30 a.m.

This program is part of an ongoing series that seeks to better educate dog owners about how to best enjoy reserves with their canine companions. Dogs must be on leash for this walk. Bring water and dress appropriately for the day's weather. For more information, visit dnrt.org.

Clean house.

Help the Dartmouth Historical & Arts Society spiffy up its 1205 Russells Mills headquarters. Volunteers hours are 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The event is open to both members and DHAS friends.

Fight hunger.

The U.S. Postal Service’s Stamp Out Hunger campaign encourages residents to leave non-perishable food items by their mailbox or porch. Postal workers will pick up the food during normal mail delivery. The annual food drive usually collects 40,000-60,000 pounds of food.

Support furry things.

Animal Advocates will host its Mother’s Day gift sale, 12-6 p.m., at the Sail Loft (246 Elm Street). Items for sale include flower bouquets, chocolates, sweets, baked goods, homemande gift items and gift baskets, jewelry, and plants. Monies raised will help provide healthcare to dogs and cats in need. For more information, contact Animal Advocates at (508) 991-7724, or email animaladvocates@comcast.net.

Shop fresh.

Helfand Farm Community Gardens will host its annual seedling sale on Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., and on Sunday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.. Tomatoes, vegetables, flowers, and perennials will all be on sale, and there will be a lecture on organic pest control. Contact Ben Rapoza at helfandfarmcommunitygardens@yahoo.com for more information.

Support area veterans.

The town's Veteran's Advisory Board will be accepting donations at the Stop & Shop on Faunce Corner Road, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Proceeds will help fund the veteran memorial on the Council on Aging grounds. Participants will receive a Dartmouth Veterans wristband.

Jam out.

Eric McDonald will perform at the Grange, located at 1133 Fisher Street, as part of the monthly Paskamansett Concert Series. The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15; $12 for kids under 18, seniors over 60, and college students; and $35 for family admission. Bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages.

Tuesday, May 16

Learn about caregiver support.

The Alzheimer’s Association will host a discussion on caring for those with dementia at the Dartmouth Council on Aging, located at 628 Dartmouth Street. The 2-4 p.m. program is free, and open to family and friends caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia.

Have an event we should include next week? Email details to Editor Angie Hilsman at editor@dartmouthweek.net.