Rob Wright of the N.E.S.T program who has been an excellent mentor and a wealth of advice for our Watershed project and Nina Powers are giving three WOW presentations next week as part of the November events.

Here’s the complete WOW events brochure that is on Science and Environment Council’s website:

November 8

Sarasota County Government – The Energy-Water Connection

Learn how you can conserve water at home and, as a result, conserve energy and resources and save money. This includes building and landscape water and energy conservation, rainwater harvesting, low-impact development and green infrastructure. November 8, 2–3 p.m., Gulf Gate Library, 7112 Curtiss Ave., Sarasota. Free to the public; no reservations required.

Wednesday, November 9

Sarasota County Government – Living on the Water’s Edge

No matter where you live, your yard is connected to the bay and Gulf. This program provides a guide to sustainable landscaping along ponds, streams, canals, bayfronts and seawalls. Learn how you can make a difference with bay-friendly plant selection, design and maintenance choices. November 9, noon–1 p.m., at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Cooley Theater, 811 South Palm Ave., Sarasota. Free to the public, no reservations required.

Thursday, November 10

Sarasota County – Living on the Water’s Edge

No matter where you live, your yard is connected to the bay and Gulf. This program provides a guide to sustainable landscaping along ponds, streams, canals, bayfronts and seawalls. Learn how you can make a difference with bay-friendly plant selection, design and maintenance choices. November 10, 2–3 p.m., North Port Library, 13800 S. Tamiami Trail, North Port. Free to the public; no reservations required.

for more information on this and future events go to AllardPPC • BeSpoke Blog