Events
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 6 p.m.- 7 p.m.
GARDENING FOR WILDLIFE
This winter’s Science Pub theme is Backyard Conservation – What Can I Do?
Join the Science Center’s Lead Horticulturist, Emma Erler, to learn how to establish a haven for animals, while still having an attractive, appealing yard and garden. In this workshop you’ll learn about successful invasive plant management strategies to improve and enhance the existing habitat on your property. You’ll also discover how to plant and maintain native trees, shrubs, perennials, and entire wildflower meadows to benefit insects, birds, and small mammals.
Emma received a B.S. in Environmental Horticulture and a MEd in Educational Studies from the University of New Hampshire. Her expertise is in ecological landscaping and native plants, and she loves providing education on topics such as gardening for wildlife and beneficial insects. Emma’s past professional experience includes being a horticultural field specialist for UNH Extension, and horticulturist positions at Tower Hill Botanic Garden and Heritage Museums and Gardens, both in Massachusetts.
Science Pub is a winter series presented in partnership with Squam Lakes Conservation Society, Squam Lakes Association, and Squam Lakes Natural Science Center and Walter’s Basin in Holderness. The talk begins at 6:00 PM, but we encourage you to arrive between 5:00-5:30 PM to enjoy dinner and drinks before the presentation. Seating is limited and registration is required. For questions, contact denise@foreversquam.org.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 6 p.m.- 7 p.m.
BE LAKE SMART
This winter’s Science Pub theme is Backyard Conservation – What Can I Do?
Tips for becoming LakeSmart. You can be a hero for your lake! What happens on your property affects the lake, whether you live along it or miles from it. LakeSmart properties create clean, clear, and healthy water, recreational opportunities, higher property values, and better habitat for wildlife. Join Pollyanna in discussing easy ways in which we can make our properties Lake friendly.
Pollyanna is Squam Lakes Association Campaign and Conservation Strategist. She leads the LakeSmart program on Squam and is spearheading the top projects on our Watershed Management Plan to reduce stormwater runoff into our lake. Pollyanna grew up coming to Squam from early on and decided to call Squam her year round home in 2023. She is passionate about conservation and water quality on Squam.
Science Pub is a winter series presented in partnership with Squam Lakes Conservation Society, Squam Lakes Association, and Squam Lakes Natural Science Center and Walter’s Basin in Holderness. The talk begins at 6:00 PM, but we encourage you to arrive between 5:00-5:30 PM to enjoy dinner and drinks before the presentation. Seating is limited and registration is required. For questions, contact denise@foreversquam.org.