Between The Leaves Book Club 2nd Thursdays of the month 

If you love nature and you love to read, this is the book club for you! We will read both fiction and non-fiction books that have nature at the heart of the book. As an added bonus, we will meet to discuss these books in the cottage at the Lost Corner Preserve--the perfect setting! Ellen Fenoglio, Master Naturalist and avid reader, will coordinate the club. Ellen Fenoglio is a board member of Friends of Lost Corner. She is a gardener and a Master Naturalist. She worked in the Media Center at Spalding Drive Elementary for many years and ran countless book clubs there! This event is geared towards adults. Interested? Contact Ellen by email:  bookclub@friendsoflostcorner.org 

Mysteries of Bird Migration: Georgia Fall Edition Tuesday, September 8th, 7-8:30pm 

Millions of birds cross over Sandy Springs every night during this exciting time of year. As tracking devices get smaller and lighter, scientists are learning more than ever about this bird migration–and there have been some surprising discoveries! Join Master Birder Rose Guerra as we discuss these discoveries, bird migration in general, and pro tips for local folks who want to enjoy fall migrants–including the birds who stay in Sandy Springs for the winter, and the birds just passing through. All levels welcome! FREE! All are welcome. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration link to come soon!.

Wild Roots Nursery Native Plant Sale Saturday, October 10th, 9am-1:00pm 

Fall is the best time to add native plants to your landscape. Cooler weather will give these plants the time to become established with little stress--all ready to burst forth come Spring! Wild Roots Native Nursery will be at Lost Corner with a wide selection of native plants for sun and shade. Plants native to our region are the best suited to thrive and have the added benefit of attracting butterflies, insects and other pollinators. They are beautiful too! Come early for the best selection! Registration link to come so we know how many to expect.

Nurturing an All-Seasons Bird Friendly Yard Saturday, October 17th, 10am-12pm

The days are getting shorter and cooler. Fall is a time of great activity for birds. Some migrate while others hunker down for the winter. How can we build a safe and welcoming habit for birds throughout the year? Join Laura Markson, from Nurture Native Nature, as she shares a host of tips for supporting birds as the season change. She will present ecologically informed yard practices and include essential and creative habitat support elements. You'll leave inspired with new ways to coexist with nature and help our birds thrive! FREE! All are welcome. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration link to come!

The Amazing World of Caterpillars  Tuesday, October 27th, 7-8:30pm

Caterpillars have a huge impact on the ecosystems we live in. These tiny superheroes are might engines of biodiversity that fuel the food web and sustain birds, pollinators and wildlife. Did you know that one chickadee family alone needs 6,000 to 9,000 caterpillars to feed their young?However, these tiny powerhouses face critical threats. Come join Alan Toney, Master Naturalist, as he explores the impact of caterpillars on our world, their clever survival strategies and their sheer beauty and diversity. He will delve into how we can admire and support caterpillars while managing their impact on ornamentals and food crops. Prepare to be amazed! FREE! All are welcome. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration link to come!

Oh Deer! Co-Existing with our Forest Neighbors Tuesday, November 10th 7-8:30pm

Nothing makes you feel like you live in a forest like seeing a beautiful deer wander through your suburban yard, but how to keep them from destroying expensive landscaping? Do deer increase our risk of contracting Lyme and other tick borne diseases? What to do if you find a seemingly abandoned fawn? Naturalist Rose Guerra will answer all these questions and more as we learn all about Georgia’s state mammal–the White-tailed Deer! FREE! All are welcome. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration link to come!

Identifying & Protecting the High-Value Trees Around Us  Tuesday, November 17th, 7-8:30pm

We always think of old growth forests as being far away and inaccessible, but did you know that remnants of old growth trees are all around us? Join Kathryn Kolb of Eco Addendum as she shares fascinating insights into how to identify these ecosystems and, importantly, how to protect these ancient trees. Learn how these trees create essential micro-climates that slow global warming, control below ground conditions essential for tree regeneration and so much more! You'll look at your own yard and the green space around you with a fresh new prospective! FREE! All are welcome. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration link to come!