The Lovelady Lovefest is an annual event held in February in Lovelady, Texas. It is a celebration of love and friendship that brings together people from all walks of life for three days of entertainment, food, music, art, and more.

Phyllis Campbell and other Texas Bluebird Society volunteers will be at the TBS booth, ready to tell you about Eastern Bluebirds in Texas. Nesting season begins in March, so it will be the perfect time to put up your nestbox.

Buy a new first time membership for $20 and receive a free nestbox. Your annual membership will entitle you to the Texas Blues newsletter four times a year. If you need to renew your membership, we can help you with that, too.

Our booth will have lots of beautiful pictures and information about the Texas Eastern Bluebird! TBS volunteers love to share their knowledge and stories with everyone about these beautiful birds! If you already have nestboxes, please stop by our booth and share your knowledge and stories with us! If you have bluebirds, you have stories to tell!

CONTACT: Host, Phyllis Campbell phyllis.txblues@gmail.com about TBS Volunteering or Questions.

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Come join Phyllis Campbell and other TBS volunteers for the Centerville, TX Christmas on the Square. This annual event is held at the Leon County Courthouse, one of the oldest courthouses in Texas. There will be family activities, vendors with arts and crafts, food trucks, a parade, and, of course, Santa!

Stop by the Texas Bluebird Society booth and visit with Phyllis about the successes of this past Bluebird nesting season. Be sure to take advantage of the TBS offer of a free nestbox with a new membership donation of $20. Additional nestboxes may be purchased for $30. Gift memberships and nestboxes make special gifts!

CONTACT: Host, Phyllis Campbell phyllis.txblues@gmail.com about TBS Volunteering or Questions.

8 New Memberships

NatureFest
Stephenville TX
October 7, 2023

Peggy Tolboom hosted the Texas BluebirdSociety booth.

7 New Memberships

Texas Master Naturalist Annual Conference
McAllen, TX
October 13-14, 2023

Peggy Tolboom hosted Texas BluebirdSociety booth. The TMN Annual Conference was a private event.

16 New Memberships

The Fair on the Square is long time Huntsville tradition and a Texas size celebration with over 400 vendors providing shopping, food, kids activities, entertainment and more!
For more information, see www.faironthesquare.com

Stop by Texas Bluebird Society's booth and visit with Lonnie Castleman, Phyllis Campbell, Lee Ann Dye and Tita Tellez. They can tell you about Eastern Bluebirds in Texas and help you take advantage of TBS's offer of a free nestbox with a new membership donation of $20. Nestboxes will be available for purchase for $30. Don't miss it!

CONTACT: TBS President at president@texasbluebirdsociety.org about TBS Volunteering or Questions.

26 New Memberships, 5 Nestboxes sold

Jacksonville prides itself on being a major tomato producer and turns itself into Tomatoville for a week each June, culminating with Tomato Fest on the second Saturday. This festival is free and family friendly, celebrating the tomato with five blocks of vendors, food, a Farmer's Market, and several tomato themed contests.

For more information about Tomato Fest go to http://www.jacksonvilletexas.com/tomato-fest

Come by the Texas Bluebird Society booth to visit with Pauline and Ron Tom and Harold & Kathy Latham about Eastern Bluebirds. If you join Texas Bluebird Society for $20 as a new member, you will receive a free TBS nestbox and a full color new member handbook, Bluebirds in Texas.

CONTACT: TBS President at president@texasbluebirdsociety.org about TBS Volunteering or Questions.

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Wingding! has been an annual tradition at Dinosaur Valley State Park since 2016. After an interruption in 2020 due to Covid, it was brought back in 2021. Come this year for family friendly activities at one of the Metroplex's most popular State Parks. Wingding! will celebrate Spring and 100 years of Texas State Parks. Expect to see interactive exhibits about birds, bats, insects, and plants. There will be an art contest, crafts, and activities such as guided hikes and birdhouse building. Food and drinks will be available from a variety of food trucks. Although the event is free, it is recommended that you make a day pass reservation. Reservations: 512-389-8900 Dinosaur Valley State Park is located just northwest of Glen Rose in Somervell County.

Look for Texas Bluebird Society's red, white, and blue canopy and come by to visit with Donna and Chris Honkomp about this year's bluebirds. Take advantage of the TBS offer of a free nestbox with a new membership donation of $20.

CONTACT: TBS President at president@texasbluebirdsociety.org about TBS Volunteering or Questions.

Be sure to stop by the Texas Bluebird Society booth to visit with Lonnie Castleman and Jennifer and Jonney Fleming about Eastern Bluebirds in Texas. A free nestbox will be offered with every new membership to TBS.

For more information about the South Texas State Fair click here

CONTACT: TBS President at president@texasbluebirdsociety.org about TBS Volunteering or Questions.

17 New Memberships, 1 Nestboxes sold

The Ellis County Master Gardeners begin this year's gardening season with their 22nd annual Lawn & Garden Expo. The Expo will focus on wildflowers. Special speakers include John Thomas from Wildseed Farms in Fredericksburg and Andrea DeLong-Amaya from The Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center near Austin. Ellis County Master Gardeners will share tips for creating home wildflower gardens. There will be over 100 booths featuring plant sales, gardening experts who will answer your questions, and children's workshops and activities.

$5 Admission at the door. Children under 12 free. Free Advance Tickets are available from Expo sponsors.
For more information about Expo23 click here ECMGA Lawn & Garden Expo 2023

Be sure to stop by the Texas Bluebird Society booth and visit with Ken and Judy Ray about this year's Bluebird nesting season. Take advantage of the TBS offer of a free nestbox with a new membership of $20. Additional nestboxes may be purchased for $30.

CONTACT: TBS President at president@texasbluebirdsociety.org about TBS Volunteering or Questions.

Feather Fest
Acton Nature Center

March 25, 2023, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Peggy Tolboom hosted Texas BluebirdSociety booth. Feather Fest was free and open to the public. TBS offered a free nestbox with a new $20 membership.
A gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new Texas Bluebird Society membership.

Contact President, Phyllis Campbell, at president@texasbluebirdsociety.org about TBS Volunteering or Questions.

Join Lonnie Castleman, President of Texas Bluebird Society, at the Tavola Clubhouse where he will talk about Eastern Bluebirds in Texas and in the New Caney area. Learn how you can help the Eastern Bluebird population grow 'one nestbox at a time'. The public is welcome. A free nestbox will be given when you sign up for a new $20 membership in Texas Bluebird Society.

CONTACT: TBS President at president@texasbluebirdsociety.org about TBS Volunteering or Questions.

8 New Memberships

Bluebird Basics
Tavola Clubhouse

January 10, 2023, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Lonnie Castleman, TBS Presidant, presented Bluebird Basics to the Senior Coffee Group at Tavola Clubhouse. This presentation was open to the public.

A gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new Texas Bluebird Society membership.

4 New Memberships,

Bluebird Basics
Porter High School

December 16, 2022, 2:30 p.m.

Lonnie Castleman, TBS Presidant, presented Bluebird Basics to the Energy and Environment Committee and donated 5 nestboxes to the project.

0 New Memberships

Join Peggy Tolboom at the Dublin Library for her presentation 'Bluebird Basics' to find out about Eastern Bluebirds in Texas and in the Dublin area. Learn how you can help the Eastern Bluebird population by providing a nestbox. A free nestbox will be given when you sign up for a new $20 membership in Texas Bluebird Society

For more information contact Peggy Tolboom at 254-445-3436

CONTACT: TBS President at president@texasbluebirdsociety.org about TBS Volunteering or Questions.

Jacksonville prides itself on being a major tomato producer and turns itself into Tomatoville for a week each June, culminating with Tomato Fest on the second Saturday. This festival is free and family friendly, celebrating the tomato with five blocks of vendors, food, a Farmer's Market, and several tomato themed contests.

For more information about Tomato Fest go to http://www.jacksonvilletexas.com/tomato-fest

Come by the Texas Bluebird Society booth to visit with Pauline and Ron Tom about Eastern Bluebirds. If you join Texas Bluebird Society for $20 as a new member, you will receive a free TBS nestbox. Additional TBS nestboxes are available for purchase for $30.

For more information contact pauline@texasbluebirdsociety.org

Johnson County Master Gardeners

Cleburne, Tx
Saturday, May 14, 2022

Judy Ray will speak about Eastern Bluebirds in Texas.

A gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new Texas Bluebird Society membership.

10 New Memberships, 1 Nestbox sold

$5 Admission fee at the door. The Expo will feature several guest speakers including Jay White of Texas Gardener Magazine. There will be over 100 booths featuring plant sales, children's workshops, gardening experts who will answer your questions, and door prizes.

Stop by the Texas Bluebird Society booth and visit with Ken and Judy Ray about this year's Eastern Bluebird nesting season. Be sure to take advantage of the TBS offer of a free nestbox with a new membership of $20. Additional nestboxes may be purchased for $30.

For more information contact ken@texasbluebirdsociety.org

Lonnie Castleman will speak to the Mabank Garden Club about Eastern Bluebirds in Texas. The public is invited to attend.
Don't miss a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new Texas Bluebird Society membership.

For questions or to help with TBS memberships and sales, contact Lonnie@txblues.org

Van Zandt Garden Club
Serenity Springs Center 3621-3667
FM 858, Ben Wheeler TX 75754
Thursday, October 14, 2021, 9:00 am

Private Event

19 New Memberships, 0 Renewals, 0 Nestboxes sold

Enjoy activities, fun, and food at the 2021 Nature Fest in Stephenville. The Prairie Oaks Master Naturalists will have a number of educational and entertaining activities that are family friendly. Visit with representatives from Dinosaur Valley State Park, an engineer from the Army Corps of Engineers, learn about bees from a beekeeper, make seed balls. Be sure to join one of the nature walks through the Nature Center.

Look for Texas Bluebird Society's red, white, and blue canopy and talk with Peggy Tolboom and Twila Doty about Eastern Bluebirds. Take advantage of the TBS offer of a free nextbox with a new membership of $20. Additional nestboxes may be purchased for $30.

Near Nature Fest you'll find Bygone Days on the Bosque presented by the Stephenville Historical House Museum. You can watch live entertainment, demonstrations of horse shoeing and cowboy gunfights, see old cabins, barns, and churches. A variety of vendors will have arts & crafts and food.

For more information contact Peggy@texasbluebirdsociety.org

Jacksonville prides itself on being a major tomato producer. A giant concrete tomato celebrates this heritage, and you will find many artist-painted concrete tomatoes around town. Each year Jacksonville becomes Tomatoville and celebrates the tomato with a free, family friendly festival that has tomato contests, a farmers' market, music, and kid-friendly activities. For information about the festival, visit www.jacksonvilletexas/tomato-fest

Come by the TBS booth to visit with Pauline and Ron Tom and other volunteers about Eastern Bluebirds in Texas. Take advantage of our in-person offer of a free nestbox when you become a member of TBS with a $20 membership. Additional TBS nestboxes will be available for $30.

For questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer pauline@txblues.org

You may join this program via WEBEX MEETING at 7 PM ⁨https://tpwd.webex.com/tpwd/j.php?MTID=m47ded5cf873c4241024a40d788e779a2

TBS Past President, Pauline Tom, will present her program, 'Bluebirds in Texas,' at the May Guadalupe Master Naturalists meeting. This is a beautiful and informative slide show describing Texas-specific do's and don'ts, best practices, and common pitfalls of attracting Eastern Bluebirds and other native cavity-nesting birds to your landscape. It includes how to provide food and shelter for the 'bluebird of happiness,' and how to truly make your observations count for science.

Pauline cordially invites you to attend. She says, 'I'm not an ornithologist, and, I'm not a professional speaker. Individuals experience the passion I have for bluebirds (and other native cavity nesters) conservation as I share heart to heart.'

Each attendee at the presentation who buys a new membership in Texas Bluebird Society for $20 will receive a FREE TBS nestbox. A limited quantity of additional TBS nestboxes will be available for purchase for $30 each.

For more information contact pauline@texasbluebirdsociety.org

8 New Memberships, 1 Renewals

Come see us at the Lindale Piney Woods Wine Festival! Lindale, Texas is just off I 20 between Canton and Tyler. Enjoy wine tastings by wineries on the Piney Woods Wine Trail along with live music, crafts, and food vendors. For information about the festival, visit www.theeasttexasweekend.com/piney-woods-wine-festival-2021

Look for the Texas Bluebird Society's red, white, and blue canopy, and come by to talk about bluebirds with hosts Ken and Judy Ray, and other TBS volunteers.
Take advantage of our in-person offer of a free nestbox when you become a member of TBS with a $20 membership. Additional TBS nestboxes will be available for $30.

For questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer ken@txblues.org

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Howdy! Welcome to 2021!

Texas Bluebird Society is hoping that the restrictions for events like ours will start to be relaxed as more people get vaccinated and the Covid-19 pandemic rates in Texas begin to drop.

Until then TBS is still dedicated to the bluebirds of Texas and their welfare - One nestbox at a time.

Check here often for updates on events as 2021 progresses.

Thank you for your continued support through these challenging times.

For questions or to help with TBS memberships and sales, contact president@txblues.org

For questions or to help with TBS memberships and sales, contact president@txblues.org

Come to the El Camino Real de Los Tejas Trail to shop 111 miles of bargains in flea markets, garage and yard sales. Search for antique finds and special boutique buys. You can find treasures from Natchitoches, LA along highway 6 to Toledo Lake to Highway 21 in Milam, and on to Nacogdoches, TX.

Plan to spend time at Milam's Trade Days. There will be craft vendors, food booths, and other events. Texas Bluebird Society will have a booth in El Camino Park. Stop by and visit with Pauline Tom and Marsha Moon about Bluebirds in Texas. TBS's 'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership. Subject to availability, nestboxes may be purchased for $25 including sales tax.

To volunteer contact pauline@txblues.org

Join Texas Bluebird Society at the harvest celebration of the Texas blueberry in Nacogdoches, Texas. For 31 years this small east Texas city has honored the blueberry with a free, family friendly festival that includes music, arts and crafts, and of course, blueberries! Sample blueberry pancakes, cobblers, pies, ice cream, and more!

Come by the TBS booth to visit with Pauline Tom. The TBS 'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership. Subject to availability, nestboxes may be purchased for $25 including sales tax.

For questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer, contact Pauline Tom pauline@txblues.org

Celebrate the 27th annual World Migratory Bird Day with Mitchell Lake Audubon Center, located 15 miles south of San Antonio (see map). This family friendly festival will offer bird-themed activities, a native plant sale, nature-based vendors, a live bird of prey show, and presentations about birds.

Visit the TBS booth to share this season's information about the Eastern Bluebird in Texas. The TBS 'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership.

Admission is free. No dogs are allowed, except for service animals.

To volunteer contact pauline@txblues.org

https://mitchelllake.audubon.org/migratorybirdfest

Join us at Wills Point, the Bluebird Capital of Texas, for the 27th Annual Bluebird Festival. Texas Bluebird Society will be in Booths BB and 57.

From the Bluebird Bus Tour Depot near the train depot, Paul Nelson will lead free bus tours to see bluebird nestboxes at Lake Tawakoni State Park. Watch for bluebirds along the beautiful route while listening to a presentation about Eastern Bluebirds in Texas.

The bus will be departing every 90 minutes, starting at 9:00 am, with the last tour at 1:30 pm. Ticket distribution will begin at 8:45 am.

From our other nearby Texas flag canopy, Texas Bluebird Society's 'One Nestbox' offer will be available - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership. Subject to availability, nestboxes may be purchased for $25 including sales tax.

For information about the festival, visit Wills Point Bluebird Festival, https://www.wpbluebirdfestival.com This is a rain or shine event.

For questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer Harold Latham, harold@txblues.org

The Denton Redbud Festival is an Arbor Day celebration that promotes community beautification as part of Keep Denton Beautiful. It goes back to the thirties when Texas Women's University held festivals for tree planting and campus beautification. The current festival was begun in 1994 when Denton was named the Redbud Capital of Texas.

Festival visitors will find many vendors with trees, plants, and gardening products for home beautification. Other home products and hand-made crafts will also be featured. There will be family-friendly activities including Kids' Zone with bounce houses, face painting, and live music from local musicians. Admission is free.

Come visit with Sharon Miggins at the TBS booth about this year's bluebird activity. Texas Bluebird Society's 'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing/reinstating members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership, a total of $30. Subject to availability, nestboxes may be purchased for $25 including sales tax.

For more information or to volunteer contact sharon@txblues.org

Come visit the Wild Birds Unlimited store in Burleson to learn about the Eastern Bluebird, a year-long resident of the Metroplex area. Roberta Marshall from Texas Bluebird Society will make a presentation about the basics of supporting the bluebird.

Texas Bluebird Society's 'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing/reinstating members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership, a total of $30. Texas Bluebird Society will not sell nestboxes at WBU.

For more information contact roberta@txblues.org

Texas Bluebird Society's 'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership. Nestboxes are also available for sale at $25.

For questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer Linda Crum, linda@txblues.org

26 New Memberships, 4 Renewals, 1 reinstatement, 13 Nestboxes sold

Are you ready to take your Backyard Birding to the next level? Join Helen Monroe, past president and editor of the North Carolina Bluebird Society, and learn the secrets of bringing Eastern Bluebirds to your back yard! During this lecture, learn the do's and don'ts, best practices, and common newbie pitfalls Helen has compiled over the last 25 years of creating bluebird havens from North Carolina to Texas. Plus, get a bird's eye view of the entire process from eggs to fledglings with a showing of the video 'Inside the Nest Box'.
This lecture is free with paid entry to Lewsiville Lake Environmental Learning Area (LLELA) ($5 per vehicle)

Jump start your own birding adventure with Texas Bluebird Society's 'One Nestbox' offer - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership.

For information about Texas Bluebird Socity and membership, visit https://texasbluebirdsociety.org

Please note: Your gps may not take you to the right spot. LLELA's front gate is located at the corner of E. Jones Rd and Kealy St. See map

4 New Memberships, 1 Renewal

Lonnie Castleman will speak to the Trinity Lions Club about bluebirds at the Trinity Chamber of Commerce. The meeting is open to the public.

The Texas Bluebird Society 'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Texas Bluebird Society nestboxes will be available for sale for $25.

For questions or to help with TBS memberships and sales, contact Lonnie@txblues.org

xx New Memberships, yy Renewals, zz Nestboxes sold

TPWD Washington County Wildlife Valuation Workshop
VIP Building, Washington County Fairgrounds
1305 E. Blue Bell Rd., Brenham, TX
Friday, February 21, 2020, 9am - 4pm

Janis Boulware, Barbara Boucher, and Ann Thames hosted a TBS booth at this event. The TBS 'One Nestbox' offer was available – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members could be purchased a nestbox for $10. TBS nestboxes were available for sale for $25.

11 New Memberships, 1 Renewal w/nestbox, 1 renewal w/no nestbox

Join Harold Latham at our Texas Bluebird Society booth for the 43rd Edgewood Heritage Day Festival at the Heritage Park Museum in downtown Edgewood. Citizens dress in vintage clothing and celebrate their community. You'll enjoy heritage site tours and special entertainment as well as crafts, food, a classic car show, and a chili cook-off at this family friendly event.

TBS 'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Texas Bluebird Society nestboxes will be available for sale for $25.

For questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer harold@texasbluebirdsociety.org

11 New Memberships, 2 Renewals, 4 Nestboxes sold

Don't miss out on this fun event at the Fort Worth Nature & Wildlife Refuge! Come enjoy the fun and learn all about Bluebirds. Stop by and visit with Donna and Chris Honkomp, who will have a TBS booth set up and will offer a gift of a free Nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a Nestbox for $10 upon renewing membership. Nestboxes are also available for sale at $25.

Fort Worth Nature and Wildlife Refuge entrance fees will apply.

For questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer donna@texasbluebirdsociety.org

6 New Memberships

Everything's Hotter in Texas! Palestine boasts that they have the 'Hottest Little Festival in Texas!' It's located in historic downtown Palestine between the courthouse and the Depot Visitor's Center. FREE admission and parking with many other free activities. You can relax and enjoy music and entertainment, or you might want to compete in the hot pepper eating contest, or some of the other family friendly events.

Stop by and visit with TBS President, Pauline Tom, at the TBS booth #29 at the corner of Main and Magnolia. TBS 'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Texas Bluebird Society nestboxes will also be available for sale for $25.

Booth #29

For questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer pauline@texasbluebirdsociety.org

Note: Texas Bluebird Society will not be participating this year. See you in 2020

Texas Bluebird Society's 'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership. Nestboxes are also available for sale at $25.

For questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer Linda Crum, linda@txblues.org

16 New Memberships, 1 Renewals, 1 reinstatement, 1 Nestboxes sold

Texas Bluebird Society will have a booth at the Smith County Master Gardener Association's 'From Bulbs to Blooms' Conference and 21st Annual Sale. This is a free event and open to the public. Registration begins at 8:30 and the Conference will start at 9:00. The bulb sale begins at 11:30 and will feature hardy, hard to find, and heirloom bulbs adapted to the East Texas area.

TBS 'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Texas Bluebird Society nestboxes will also be available for sale for $25.

For questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer harold@texasbluebirdsociety.org

15 New Memberships, 1 Nestbox sold

Join us at Aubrey's 34th Annual Peanut Festival. A parade will begin a day of fun, food, music, arts and crafts and much more.

Sharon Miggans and friends will have a TBS booth set up and will offer a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 upon renewing membership. Nestboxes are also available for sale at $25.

Booth 126 & 127

For questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer sharon@texasbluebirdsociety.org

19 New Memberships, 1 Nestbox sold

Pauline Tom, president and co-founder of the Texas Bluebird Society, will give a beautiful slide show describing how you can attract Eastern Bluebirds, the 'Bluebird of Happiness,' to your landscape. It will include how to 'provide' insects!

Review from a host: 'What a wonderful program. Thank you for such an informative and fun event. Nothing but good comments from everyone. We are very thankful for the tremendous turnout from our community. … It really was fun.'

'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Texas Bluebird Society nestboxes will not be sold at the Wild Birds Unlimited.

For questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer pauline@txblues.org

3 New Memberships

Smith County Master Naturalists
Tyler Rose Garden Center
420 Rose Park Dr., Tyler, TX 75702
Thursday, October 3, 2019

Private Event

The TBS 'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. TBS nestboxes will be available for sale for $25.

For questions or to help with TBS memberships and sales, contact Lonnie@txblues.org

18 New Memberships, 3 Nestboxes sold

Join Linda Crum and other gardening experts to discover the possibilities for your water-wise landscape with hot tips and cool plants!

The Texas Bluebird Society 'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. TBS nestboxes will be available for sale for $25.

For questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer linda@txblues.org

5 New Memberships

Lonnie Castleman will talk to the Trinity County Retired School Personnel about bluebirds in September. The meeting is open to the public.

The Texas Bluebird Society 'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. TBS nestboxes will be available for sale for $25.

For questions or to help with TBS memberships and sales, contact Lonnie@txblues.org

6 New Memberships

CONTACT: Pauline Tom Pauline@texasbluebirdsociety.org for more information on this event and ways you might be able to volunteer

15 New Memberships, 6 Renewals, 12 Nestboxes sold, $3,761 raised with auction

Heartwood Chapter TMN Intern Class
W.G. Jones State Forest
Conroe, TX 77384   
Saturday, July 13, 2018

Private Event

5 New Memberships, 1 Renewals,

The Texas Blueberry Festival is a delightful day in the America you dream still exists. This is the most delicious festival in the Lone Star State— a day-long celebration of the annual blueberry harvest. As the only state-sanctioned blueberry festival in Texas, this delicious annual event attracts more than 19,000 people to downtown Nacogdoches. It offers a smorgasbord of activities to keep folks entertained all day long.

Texas Bluebird Society will have a booth set up and will offer a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership. Nestboxes are also available for sale at $25.

CONTACT: For information about the festival, visit www.tbf.nacogdoches.org
or for questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer pauline@txblues.org

26 New Memberships, 7 Renewals, 1 Nestboxes sold

Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with a festival filled with bird-themed games, crafts, nature-based vendors, native plant sale, food trucks, live bird of prey show, and presentations about our feathered friends.

TBS will have a booth set up and will offer a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership.

CONTACT: For information about the Migratory Bird Fest, visit http://mitchelllake.audubon.org/migratorybirdfest
or for questions about the TBS Booth or to volunteer pauline@txblues.org

3 New Memberships

Note: Texas Bluebird Society will not be participating this year due to the Easter weekend. See you in 2020.

The First United Methodist Church in Crockett will host an evening with Greg Grant in the Family Life Center. Greg Grant, is a noted horticulturist and professor at Stephen F. Austin University. He will talk about landscaping with native plants.

Lonnie Castleman will have a TBS booth set up and will offer a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership. Nestboxes are also available for sale at $25.

CONTACT: lonnie@txblues.org
or pauline@txblues.org about TBS Volunteering or Questions.

4 New Memberships, 1 Renewals,

Don't miss out on the largest green event in Fort Worth! Head over to the Panther Island Pavilion on the Trinity River for food, fun and to learn about all things sustainable.

Stop by and visit with Jim Marshall and his sister, Roberta, who will have a TBS booth set up and will offer a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership. Nestboxes are also available for sale at $25.

CONTACT: For information about the Cowtown Cleanup and Party, visit http://fortworthtexas.gov/cowtowncleanup/

14 New Memberships, 2 Renewals

'One Nestbox' offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Texas Bluebird Society nestboxes will not be sold at the Wild Birds Unlimited.

Presenter: Helen Munro

CONTACT: Wild Birds Unlimited at 682-708-5650
or Paul Nelson at 214-448-5019 for questions about TBS or Volunteering.

12 New Memberships, 1 Renewal

Texas Bluebird Society's "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership. Nestboxes are also available for sale at $25.

Presenter: Linda Crum

CONTACT: Linda Crum linda@txblues.org about Volunteering or Questions.

35 New Memberships, 2 Renewals, 1 Nestboxes sold

Pauline Tom president and co-founder of the Texas Bluebird Society, will give a beautiful slide show describing how you can attract Eastern Bluebirds, the "Bluebird of Happiness", to your landscape. It will include how to "provide" insects!

Review from a host: 'What a wonderful program. Thank you for such an informative and fun event. Nothing but good comments from everyone. We are very thankful for the tremendous turnout from our community. … It really was fun.'

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Texas Bluebird Society nestboxes will not be sold at the Wild Birds Unlimited.

CONTACT: pauline@txblues.org about TBS Volunteering or Questions.

3 New Memberships, 1 Renewal,

Pauline Tom president and co-founder of the Texas Bluebird Society, will give a beautiful slide show describing how you can attract Eastern Bluebirds, the "Bluebird of Happiness", to your landscape. It will include how to "provide" insects!

Review from a host: 'What a wonderful program. Thank you for such an informative and fun event. Nothing but good comments from everyone. We are very thankful for the tremendous turnout from our community. … It really was fun.'

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Texas Bluebird Society nestboxes will not be sold at the Wild Birds Unlimited.

CONTACT: Wild Birds Unlimited of Katy at 832-437-4937
or pauline@txblues.org about TBS Volunteering or Questions.

10 New Memberships, 2 Renewals

Creating Habitat in the Garden and Community
The Woodlands Emergency Training Center
16135 IH-45 South, Conroe, TX 77385   
Saturday, February 2, 2019 (8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.)

Texas Bluebird Society will be present at this seminar with opportunity for registrants to join Texas Bluebird Society for $20 and receive a free nestbox with a new membership. Nestboxes will also be available for purchase at $20 or $10 for renewing members. This free seminar will address how various types of wildlife have been impacted by growth in our area and why home and community habitats matter. Learn how to create and maintain a garden or habitat for butterflies, bees and birds and helps them thrive. This program is hosted by Environmental Services Department of The Woodlands Township in partnership with Texas Parks & Wildlife and National Wildlife Federation.

Registration is required.

5 New Memberships, 1 Nestbox sale

Attracting Bluebirds to the Garden
Wild Birds Unlimited, Wood Ridge Plaza
27590 Interstate 45 N, Conroe, TX 77385   
Saturday, January 19, 2019 (2:30 p.m.)

Texas Bluebird Society's "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $20 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10 upon renewing membership. Nestboxes are also available for sale at $20.

Presenter: Linda Crum

10 New Memberships, 0 Renewals, 1 Nestbox sale

37th Annual Christmas in Crockettt
Crockett, TX 75835   
Saturday, November 17, 2018, (10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)

Crockett Texas Town Square

Crockett Area Chamber of Commerce's largest and most exciting event is the Annual Christmas in Crockett Arts and Crafts Festival which is held the Saturday before Thanksgiving.

Christmas in Crockett draws a very large crowd of locals and tourists who return year after year for this fun filled family event.

Look for the red, white & blue Texas Bluebird Society canopy on the west side of the courthouse along the inside of the square.

Visit our Bluebird Information Booth to chat about bluebirds. Texas Bluebird Society's "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $20.

Volunteers - Lonnie and Letitia Castleman, Gary and Debbie Tugwell, Ashton Carrigan (Castleman's Granddaughter

28 New Members, 2 Nestbox Sales

42nd Edgewood Heritage Festival
Log Cabin village
106 N. Main, Edgewood, TX, 75117   
Saturday, November 10, 2018 (8:45am - 4pm)

Look for the Texas Bluebird Society in the Log Cabin Village.

Texas Bluebird Society's "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale at $20.

For questions about the TBS offer or to volunteer for our booth, email info@txblues.org

Set among the Heritage Park outdoor museum log cabins and park, visitors to the Heritage Park Festival will enjoy Texas music, arts and crafts, a vintage car show, Santa Claus, children's area, quilt show, tractor show ... all while enjoying great food and entertainment.

Edgewood is located just one hour east of Dallas on HW 80. From Tyler and Longview take I20 to FM859 and go North about 10 miles. Visit the Heritage Festival for a stroll through history.

7 New Memberships

53rd Annual Peanut Festival
Downtown Whitesboro, TX
Whitesboro, TX   
Saturday, October 20, 2018 (8am - 5pm)

Historic Downtown Whitesboro has been home to the Annual Peanut Festival since 1965. Held the third Saturday in October each year. The festival draws crowds in excess of 20,000 and offers fun for the entire family. With more than 200 food and merchandise booths, there is also live entertainment during this event free to the public. Proudly presented by the Whitesboro Area Chamber of Commerce. Office 903-564-3331

Texas Bluebird Society's "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $20 including tax.

16 New Memberships, 2 Nestbox sales

Attracting Bluebirds to the Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 Farm to Market 2920, Tomball, TX 77377   
Saturday, October 18, 2018 (10 am)

Texas Bluebird Society's "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale at $20. Presenter: Linda Crum

Contact Linda Crum about Volunteering or or Questions.

18 New Memberships, 1 Renewals, 2 Nestbox sale

Smith County Master Gardener From Bulbs to Blooms
Harvy Hall
2000 W. Front St., Tyler, TX   
Saturday, October 13, 2018 (8:30am - Noon)

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Registration 8:30 am / Program 9:00 am
Speakers: Keith Kridler & Greg Grant - bulb experts, farmers and bluebird enthusiasts.
BULB SALE: 11:30 AM

Texas Bluebird Society's "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale at $20.

Presenter: Keith Kridler & Greg Grant - bulb experts, farmers and bluebird enthusiasts.

31 New Memberships, 4 Renewals, 5 Nestbox sale

Woodlands Landscaping Solutions
New Location for 2018 !
6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX, 77389   
Saturday, September 29, 2018 (9:00am - Noon)

Join Linda Crum and other gardening experts and discover the possibilities with hot tips and cool plants for your water-wise landscape! Our "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale at $20.

Presenter: Linda Crum

Contact Linda Crum about Volunteering or or Questions.

Heartwood Chapter TMN Intern Class
W.G. Jones State Forest
Conroe, TX 77384   
Saturday, July 7, 2018

Private Event

4 New Memberships, 1 Renewals, 1 Nestbox sale

W P Bluebird Festival
Downtown Wills Point
Wills Point, Texas   
Saturday, April 21, 2018 (9:00 am - ?)

Look for the red, white & blue Texas Bluebird Society canopies, on each end of the street.

Near the monument, visit our Bluebird Information Booth to chat about bluebirds. Our "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes will also be available for $17, including tax.

From near the Mobil station, on 4th Street, Texas Bluebird Society will lead the free bus tours to see bluebird nestboxes at Lake Tawakani State Park. it is highly probable that you will see a bluebird, or two. Hear a presentation about bluebirds along the beautiful route. Bus will depart every 90 minutes, starting at 9:00 am, with the last tour at 1:3o pm. Ticket distribution will begin at 8:45 am.

To volunteer to help TBS, contact Pauline Tom at (pauline@txblues.org). For information about the festival, visit Wills Point Bluebird Festival.

'Rained out' but still 8 New Memberships, 2 Reinstated memberships, 2 Nestbox sales and $15 in Donations

Hill Country Master Gardener Blooms & Barrels Sale
Hill Country Youth Events Center – Ag Barn
3785 Highway 27 East, Kerrville TX   
Saturday, April 14, 2018 (9:00 am - 2:00 pm)

Hill Country Master Gardeners' annual plant and rain barrel sale. Over 2000 native and adapted, ornamental, herbs, and vegetable plants. Children's activities, exhibitors, and demo garden tours.

Look for the red, white & blue Texas Bluebird Society canopy.

Our "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes will also be available for $20, including tax.

For questions or o volunteer to help TBS, email info@txblue.ort.

Anchors: Beverly and Walter Davis

Attracting Bluebirds To the Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 Fm 2920 Road, Tomball, TX 77377   
Saturday, March 15, 2018 at 10:00 a.m.

Look for the red, white & blue Texas Bluebird Society canopies, on each end of the street.

Visit our Bluebird Information Booth to chat about bluebirds. "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $20.

Presenter: Linda Crum

35 New Members, 1 Renewal, 2 Reinstatements, 4 Nestbox Sales

Bluebird Season KickOff and FUNdraising Auction
Brazos County Expo Center
5827 Leonard Rd, Bryan, TX 77807   
Saturday, February 24, 2018(9:00 am - 3:00 pm)

Join us February 24, 2018, for fun, education, and friendship! General Public and Members Invited!

For More Information Click Here

Enjoying Bluebirds
Wild Bird Center, Lakeway, Texas
2127 Lohmans Crossing Road, Lakeway   
Saturday, January 20, 2018 (1:00 pm)

Pauline Tom will give a beautiful slide show describing how you can attract Eastern Bluebirds to your landscape and how to provide food and shelter for the "bluebird of happiness."

Review from a host: "What a wonderful program. Thank you for such and informative and fun event. Nothing but good comments from everyone. We are very thankful for the tremendous turnout from our community. … It really was fun."

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members are eligible for "$25 for renewal includes a nestbox." Texas Bluebird Society nestboxes will not be sold at the Wild Bird Center.

Mystic Shores POA
Spring Branch, Texas
Thursday, January 18, 2018 (6:30 pm)

Private Event Presented by Pauline Tom

15 New Memberships, 4 Nestbox Purchases

Pineywoods Bird and Bloom Club
St. Luke's Episcopal Church (Parish Hall)
Livingston Texas
806 W Jones St Livingston, TX 77351   
November 18, 2017, (10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.)

The church is at corner of N. Willis and Jones Street.  Enter parking lot from N. Willis.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10, including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17, including tax.

3 New Members

The 41st Annual Edgewood Heritage Festival
Heritage Park Village
106 N. Main, Edgewood, TX 75117   
Saturday, November 11 2017 (8:45am – 4pm)

Look for red, white & blue Texas Bluebird Society canopy

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10, including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17, including tax.

For questions about the TBS offer or to volunteer for our booth, email info@txblue.org

Set among the log cabins and park, visitors to the Heritage Park Festival will enjoy Texas music, arts and crafts, a vintage car show, Santa Claus, children's area, quilt show and gunfights.

Edgewood is located just one hour east of Dallas on Highway 80. From Tyler and Longview take Interstate 20 to FM 859 and go north about 10 miles. Visit the Heritage Festival for a stroll through history.

4 New Memberships, 3 Renewals, 1 Nestbox Sale

Prairie Heritage Festival
Seabourne Creek Nature Park
3831 TX-36, Rosenberg, TX 77471   
Saturday, November 4 2017 (10:00am – 4pm)

A fun, educational and family-oriented event, the Prairie Heritage Festival (hosted by Coastal Prairie Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists) is intended to promote an understanding of what our region of Texas looked like before the settlers came.

The prairie and other ecosystems, featuring animals and plants, can be experienced by participating in hands-on and how-to activities that are entertaining, kid-centric, engaging and informative.

Nature tours, live animals, performers, kids' crafts and exhibits are just some of the offerings for all age levels. Participants can also learn what they can do to preserve, restore and recreate native habitats.

Texas Bluebird Society will offer our "One Nestbox" special at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 including tax.

7 Memberships, 5 Nestbox Sales

Glen Rose Bird Club October Meeting
Glen Rose Bird Club
209 SW Barnard Street Glen Rose, 76043   
Thursday, October 26, 2017 (6:00 pm)

The October speaker will be Texas Bluebird Society representative Lonnie Castleman. Mr. Castleman will be visiting us from Trinity, Texas to talk about bluebirds and bluebird nest boxes. Lonnie Castleman is currently involved in all things "Bluebird". He serves as host for membership booths at various functions, is a tour guide at the Willis Point Bluebird Festival, he maintains 50 bluebird boxes, and monitors and reports findings via the Nestwatch program at Cornell University.

2 New Memberships

52nd Annual Peanut Festival
Downtown Whitesboro, TX
Whitesboro, TX   
Saturday October 21, 2017 (8am-5pm)

Historic Downtown Whitesboro has been home to the Annual Peanut Festival since 1965. Held the third Saturday in October each year. The festival draws crowds in excess of 20,000 and offers fun for the entire family.

With more than 200 food and merchandise booths, there is also live entertainment during this event free to the public. Proudly presented by the Whitesboro Area Chamber of Commerce. Office 903-564-3331 Whitesboro Peanut Festival

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 including tax.

17 New Memberships, 2 Reinstements, 1 Nestbox Purchases

Attracting Bluebirds To the Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 Fm 2920 Road, Tomball, TX 77377   
October 5, 2017 at 10:00 a.m.

Presenter: Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

19 New Memberships, 4 Reinstatement, 8 Nestbox Sale

Woodlands Landscaping Solutions
Millennium Forest Gardens
8203 Millennium Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX, 77381   
Saturday, September 30, 2017 (09:00 a.m. - Noon)

Presenter: Linda Crum

Join Linda Crum and other gardening experts and discover the possibilities with hot tips and cool plants for your water-wise landscape! "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17.

13 New Memberships, 1 Reinstatement, 1 Nestbox Sale

Enjoying Bluebirds
Wild Birds Unlimited
333 East Hwy 290 Suite #405, Dripping Springs TX 78620   
Saturday, September 30, 2017 (11:00 a.m. - ?)

Presenter: Pauline Tom

Free TBS bluebird nestbox with $15.00 new Texas Bluebird Society membership, available before and after presentation. For information about the new store, see www.facebook.com/wbuofdrippingspringstx.

10 New Members, 1 Renewal

Harris County Pct 2 Master Gardener Association
1202 Genoa Red Bluff Rd, Pasadena Texas
August 10, 2017

Private Event

10 New Members

Heartwood Chapter Texas Master Naturalist Intern Class
W.G. Jones State Forest, Conroe, Texas 77384
Saturday, July 15, 2017

Private Event

10 New Members

Texas Blueberry Festival
Downtown Nacogdoches
Nacogdoches, Texas   
Saturday, June 10, 2017 (8:00 am - 4:00 pm)

The Texas Blueberry Festival is a delightful day of the America you dreamed still existed. This is the most delicious festival in the Lone Star State— a day-long celebration of the annual blueberry harvest. As the only state-sanctioned blueberry festival in Texas, this delicious annual event attracts more than 19,000 people to downtown Nacogdoches. It offers a smorgasbord of activities to keep folks entertained all day long.

To volunteer to help TBS, contact Pauline Tom at (pauline@txblues.org).
For information about the festival, visit www.tbf.nacogdoches.org.

45 New Members, 7 Renewals

BRIT Prairie Day
Botanical Research Institute of Texas
1700 University Drive, Fort Worth, Texas   
Saturday, May 13, 2017 (9:00am - 3:00pm)

Come visit the Texas Blue Bird Society's booth at the 7th Annual Prairie Dayat BRIT in Fort Worth! Prairie Day is a free, family oriented festival.

Look for the TBS red, white, and blue canopy to learn about bluebirds. Join TBS with a contribution of $15 and receive your free nestbox. Volunteers from Fort Worth's Project Bluebird and Master Naturalists from Arlington's Tierra Verde Bluebird Trail will be on hand to answer your questions about nestbox set-up and monitoring.

Activities at Prairie Day will include prairie hikes, discovery booths, live animals, live music, and lots of kid-friendly things to do. As you tour the BRIT grounds, and prairie, notice the nestboxes and watch for bluebirds.

brit.org/PrairieDay2017

For more information, contact Roberta Marshall rmarshall8@gmail.com)

14 New Members, 2 Renewals, 4 Reinstatements, 11 Nestbox Sales

International Migratory Bird Day
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
10750 Pleasanton Rd, San Antonio, TX 78221   
Saturday, May 13, 2017 (9:00am - 2:00pm)
FREE!!

http://mitchelllakeaudubon.org

Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day with a festival filled with bird-themed games, crafts, nature-based vendors, native plant & seed sale, food trucks, and presentations about our feathered friends.

Snacks, water, and soda available for purchase.

Texas Bluebird Society will offer a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

To volunteer as a TBS Booth Assistant, contact David Smith @ battus@aol.com

9 New Members

Bonham Heritage Day
Saturday, May 6, 2017

2 New Memberships

Texas Pollinator PowWow
Nacogdoches Civic Center

Friday and Saturday, May 5 - 6, 2017

10 New Members, 1 Renewal, 4 Nestbox Sales

Tonkawa Chapter Native Plant Society of Texas
Temple Public Library, 3rd Floor Board Room
100 West Adams Avenue Temple TX   
Thursday, April 27, 2017 (9:00 am - ?)

"Native Plantings for Eastern Bluebirds" Presenter, Pauline Tom

3 New Memberships

W P Bluebird Festival
Downtown Wills Point
Wills Point, Texas   
Saturday, April 22, 2017 (9:00 am - ?)

Look for the red, white & blue Texas Bluebird Society canopies, on each end of the street.

Near the monument, visit our Bluebird Information Booth to chat about bluebirds. Our "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes will also be available for $17, including tax.

From near the Mobil station, on 4th Street, Texas Bluebird Society will lead the free bus tours to see bluebird nestboxes at Lake Tawakani State Park. it is highly probable that you will see a bluebird, or two. Hear a presentation about bluebirds along the beautiful route. Bus will depart every 90 minutes, starting at 9:00 am, with the last tour at 1:3o pm. Ticket distribution will begin at 8:45 am.

To volunteer to help TBS, contact Pauline Tom at (pauline@txblues.org). For information about the festival, visit Wills Point Bluebird Festival.

28 New Members, 8 Renewals, 3 Reinstatements

Nature Nurture Festival
Baytown Nature Center
6213 Bayway Drive , Baytown , TX77520   
Saturday, April 8, 2017 (10:00 am - 4:00)

Look for our red, white, and blue Texas flag canopy.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

Anchors: Lonnie Castleman, and Beverly and Walt Davis

13 New Memberships, 1 Reinstatement, 1 Nestbox Sale

2017 Fort Worth Earth Party
Fort Worth Water Gardens
1502 Commerce St., Fort Worth, TX   
Saturday, April 1, 2017 (11 a.m. - 1 p.m.)

Join the fun and celebrate all things sustainable at the sixth-annual Earth Party. Head over to the Fort Worth Water Gardens, 1502 Commerce St. Enjoy great music, visit educational booths and exhibits, check out "Trashion," the recycled fashion show, and discover city and regional sustainability initiatives that make Fort Worth a great place to live, work and play. Learn about water conservation, air and water quality, waste reduction and recycling, nature, environmental issues, alternative transportation, healthy living initiatives, and much more. Activities and games for all ages. Admission is free.

At the TBS booth, "One Nestbox" offer will be available - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes will also be available for $17, including tax.

14 New Members,2 Renewals, 3 Nestbox Sales

Texas Bluebird Society Season Kickoff
Waco Convention Center
100 Washington Avenue Waco, TX 76701   
Saturday, March 25, 2017 (9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)

Our annual kickoff promotes the conservation of bluebirds and teaches the public how to attract and provide quality habitat for bluebirds across Texas.

Guest speakers will cover topics that bluebirders, new and experienced, will find interesting and entertaining. Registrants have the opportunity to win door prizes and attendees can bid in our silent auction for many wonderful items.

Additionally, members who pledge to NestWatch at least two nestboxes will receive a FREE TBS nestbox.

Click Here for More Information About the 2017 Bluebird Season Kickoff

16 New Memberships, 31 Renewals

Attracting Bluebirds To the Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 Fm 2920 Road, Tomball, TX 77377   
Thursday, March 2, 2017 (10:00 a.m.)

Presenter: Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

18 New Memberships, 2 Renewals 1 Nestbox Sale

Texas Land Conservation Conference
Wednesday, March 1 - Friday, March 3, 2017 (9am - 3pm)

Conference open only to registrants.

Find the TBS table in the exhibitor section, on ground level, for the"One Nestbox" offer - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes will also be available for $17, including tax.

10 New Memberships, 1 Life Membership, 24 Nestbox Sales, 1 Reinstatement

Attracting Bluebirds To Your Garden
Texas AgriLife Extension
9020 Airport Rd, Conroe, TX 77303   
Monday, February 27, 2017 (2:00 p.m.)

Presenter: Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

5 New Memberships, 3 Renewals

Attracting Bluebirds to your Garden
High Meadow Ranch Garden Club

Wednesday, February 15, 2017 (Private Event)

Presenter: Linda Crum

7 New Memberships, 3 Nestbox Sales

Lower Trinity Valley Bird Club Bluebird Basics - Bluebird Basics
1822 Sam Houston Ave., Liberty, TX

February 9, 2017 (6:300pm) (Public Event)

Presenter: Lonnie Castleman

Westwood Shores 2017 Bluebird Launch - Bluebird Basics
WWS Clubhouse

February 7, 2017 (2:00pm) (Private Event)

Presenter: Lonnie Castleman

The 40th Annual Edgewood Heritage Festival
HERITAGE PARK VILLAGE
106 N. Main, Edgewood, TX 75117   
Saturday, November 12, 2016 (8:45am – 4pm)

Look for red, white & blue Texas Bluebird Society canopy

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10, including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17, including tax.

For questions about the TBS offer or to volunteer for our booth, email info@txblue.org Set among the log cabins and park, visitors to the Heritage Park Festival will enjoy Texas music, arts and crafts, a vintage car show, Santa Claus, children's area, quilt show and gunfights.

Edgewood is located just one hour east of Dallas on Highway 80. From Tyler and Longview take Interstate 20 to FM 859 and go north about 10 miles. Visit the Heritage Festival for a stroll through history.

12 New Memberships

Hoot 'N Harvest Festival with Native Plant Sale
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
10750 Pleasanton Road, San Antonio 78221   
Saturday, October 29, 2016 9am - 2pm

Pumpkin decorating, live owls, crafts for kids, native plant sale, and various nature walks are just a few of the activities you will encounter throughout the day. Vendors and partners, local art, and food trucks available, so bring your allowance. Everyone is encouraged to dress in costume!

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership.

Nestboxes will not be sold at this event. For nestbox purchase in San Antonio area, contact David Smith. Find his contact info in Nestbox Distributors section of our website."

6 New Memberships

Texas Outdoor Women Network (TOWN)
Northwest Recreation Center
2913 Northland Drive, Austin, Texas   
Tuesday, October 22, 2016 (Doors open at 6:00 pm, Meeting at 6:30, Presentation at 7:00)

Women in general public invited.

Presented by Pauline Tom, "Enjoying Bluebirds" will describe how you can attract Eastern Bluebirds to your landscape and how to provide the best habitat for these beautiful birds.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes will also be available for $17, including tax.

51th Annual Peanut Festival
Downtown Whitesboro, TX
Whitesboro, TX   
Saturday October 15, 2016 (8am-5pm)

Historic Downtown Whitesboro has been home to the Annual Peanut Festival since 1965. Held the third Saturday in October each year. The festival draws crowds in excess of 20,000 and offers fun for the entire family.

With more than 200 food and merchandise booths, there is also live entertainment during this event free to the public. Proudly presented by the Whitesboro Area Chamber of Commerce. Office 903-564-3331 Whitesboro Peanut Festival

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 including tax.

21 New Memberships, 2 Renewals, 2 Nestbox Purchases

Attracting Bluebirds To the Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 Fm 2920 Road, Tomball, TX 77377   
Thursday, October 13 2016 (10:00 a.m.)

Presenter: Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

15 New Members, 1 Reinstatement, 1 Nestbox Sale

Woodlands Landscaping Solutions
Millennium Forest Gardens
8203 Millennium Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX, 77381   
Saturday, 24 September, 2016 (09:00 a.m. - Noon)

Presenter: Linda Crum

Join Linda Crum and other gardening experts and discover the possibilities with hot tips and cool plants for your water-wise landscape! "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17.

6 New Memberships, 1 Renewal, 1 Reinstatement Membership, 1 Nestbox sale

About Bluebirds
San Saba Birding Club

Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Presenter: Pauline Tom

12 New Members, 4 Nestbox Sales

About Bluebirds
Trinity, TX Lions Club
Joseph's Restaurant

Wednesday, August 10, 2016 (Private Event)

Presenter: Lonnie Castleman

Texas Blueberry Festival
Downtown Nacogdoches
Nacogdoches, Texas   
Saturday, June 11, 2016 (9:00 am - ?)

The Texas Blueberry Festival is a delightful day of the America you dreamed still existed. This is the most delicious festival in the Lone Star State— a day-long celebration of the annual blueberry harvest. As the only state-sanctioned blueberry festival in Texas, this delicious annual event attracts more than 19,000 people to downtown Nacogdoches. It offers a smorgasbord of activities to keep folks entertained all day long.

To volunteer to help TBS, contact Pauline Tom at (pauline@txblues.org).
For information about the festival, visit Texas Blueberry Festival.

25 New Members, 2 Nestboxes Sold

Bluebird Basics (Private Program)
The Woodlands, Texas

Friday, June 10, 2016 (10:00 am)

2 New Members

Johnson City Library
501 Nugent St, Johnson City, TX 78636   
May 17, 2016 (6:00 pm)

Pauline Tom will give a beautiful slide show describing how you can attract Eastern Bluebirds to your landscape and how to provide food and shelter for the "bluebird of happiness."

Review from a host: "What a wonderful program. Thank you for such and informative and fun event. Nothing but good comments from everyone. We are very thankful for the tremendous turnout from our community. … It really was fun."

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes will also be available for $17, including tax.

11 New Members

BRIT Prairie Day
1700 University Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76107   
May 14, 2016

Fort Worth Botanical Gardens 
Near the Botanical Research Institute of Texas Bldg.

Botanical Research Institute of Texas, Fort Worth, Texas    

To volunteer for the TBS booth, contact Paul Nelson, paul@txblues.org

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes will also be available for $17, including tax.

21 New Members

Wills Point Bluebird Festival
Downtown Wills Point
Wills Point, Texas   
Saturday, April 23, 2016 (9:00 am - ?)

Look for the red, white & blue Texas Bluebird Society canopies, on each end of the street.

Near the monument, visit our Bluebird Information Booth to chat about bluebirds. Our "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes will also be available for $17, including tax.

From near the Mobil station, on 4th Street, Texas Bluebird Society will lead the free bus tours to see bluebird nestboxes at Lake Tawakani State Park. it is highly probable that you will see a bluebird, or two. Hear a presentation about bluebirds along the beautiful route. Bus will depart every 90 minutes, starting at 9:00 am, with the last tour at 1:3o pm. Ticket distribution will begin at 8:45 am.

To volunteer to help TBS, contact Pauline Tom at (pauline@txblues.org). For information about the festival, visit Wills Point Bluebird Festival.

30 New Members, 7 Renewals

Anderson County Master Gardeners' Lynn O'Daniel Lecture Series - "Enjoying Bluebirds"
Ben E. Keith Community Room
2019 W. Oak, Palestine, Texas   
Wednesday, April 20, 2016 (6:00 pm)

Presented by Pauline Tom, "Enjoying Bluebirds" will describe how you can attract Eastern Bluebirds to your landscape and how to provide the best habitat for these beautiful birds.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes will also be available for $17, including tax.

22 new members, 1 renewal with discounted nestbox, 3 nestbox sales;

2016 Fort Worth Earth Party
Magnolia Green Park
1201 Lipscomb St., Fort Worth, TX   
Saturday, April 3, 2016 (Noon - 4 p.m.)

Join the fun and celebrate all things sustainable at the fifth-annual Earth Party. Head over to Magnolia Green Park, 1201 Lipscomb St. Enjoy great music, visit educational booths and exhibits, and discover city and regional sustainability initiatives that make Fort Worth a great place to live and work. Learn about water conservation, air and water quality, waste reduction and recycling, nature, environmental issues, alternative transportation, healthy living initiatives, and much more. Activities and games for all ages. Admission is free.

23 New Memberships, 1 Lifetime Membership

Attracting Bluebirds To the Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 Fm 2920 Road, Tomball, TX 77377   
Thursday, March 13 2016 (10:00 a.m.)

Presenter: Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

13 New Members, 2 Reinstatements

2016 Season Kickoff and FUNdraising Auction
Bastrop Convention Center
1408 Chestnut St, Bastrop, TX 7860    
Saturday, March 12, 2016 (9 a.m.-3 p.m.)

Join us for an informative and fun-filled day!

Our annual kickoff promotes the conservation of bluebirds and teaches the public how to attract and provide quality habitat for bluebirds across Texas. Guest speakers will cover topics that bluebirders, new and experienced, will find interesting and entertaining. Registrants have the opportunity to win door prizes and attendees can bid in our silent auction for many wonderful items. Additionally, members who pledge to NestWatch at least two nestboxes will receive a FREE TBS nestbox.;

Click here to see photos from the event!

17 New Memberships, 20 Renewals, 3 Reinstatements, 59 Nestbox Sales

Texas Land Conservation Conference Hilton Austin Airport
9515 Hotel Drive, Austin, TX   
Wednesday, March 2 - Friday, March 4, 2016 (9 a.m.-3 p.m.)

Conference open only to registrants. Texas Land Conservation Conference

Find the TBS table in the exhibitor section, upstairs, for the"One Nestbox" offer - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes will also be available for $17, including tax.

New Memberships, 2 Renewals, 5 Nestbox Sales

Hill Country Master Naturalists - "Managing Bluebirds"
Upper Guadalupe River Authority Lecture Hall
125 North Lehmann Drive, Kerrville, TX    
Tuesday, February 22, 2016 (7:00 pm, Doors open at 6:30 pm)

General Public Invited

Presented by Pauline Tom, "Managing for Bluebirds" will focus on: bluebird habitat; select sites and easy install bluebird nestboxes in manner that will attract various native species; monitor and report through Cornell's "Nest Watch" program; recognize nests and eggs; and how to manage predators and problems (including House Sparrows.)

The MN chapter will over a drawing for a free nestbox.

Registration forms will be avilable for the March 12th Season Kickoff in Bastrop.
Click here for more information about the Kickoff!

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes will also be available for $17, including tax.

6 New Memberships, 3 Nestbox Sales

Bastrop Audubon Monthly Meeting - "Managing Bluebirds"
First National Bank Building
489 Hwy 71 W at Hasler Blvd., Bastrop, TX 7860    
Tuesday, February 16, 2016 (7:00 pm, Doors open at 6:30 pm)

General Public Invited

Presented by Pauline Tom, "Managing for Bluebirds" will focus on: bluebird habitat; select sites and easy install bluebird nestboxes in manner that will attract various native species; monitor and report through Cornell's "Nest Watch" program; recognize nests and eggs; and how to manage predators and problems (including House Sparrows.)

Registration forms will be avilable for the March 12th Season Kickoff in Bastrop. Click here for more information about the Kickoff!

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes will also be available for $17, including tax.

4 New Memberships, 3 Nestbox Sales

Get Ready for Bluebirds
Learning Booth at "Geese By Golly" (a 9am - 4pm Mini Bird-fest)
Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, 6465 Refuge Road, Sherman, TX    
Saturday, December 12, 2015 10:00 – 11:30 (maybe longer)

The festival is free and family oriented. A hot dog lunch will be available from 11:30 am – 1 pm, for a small donation, or bring your own picnic. The refuge is located on the southern tip of the Big Mineral Arm of Lake Texoma. Thousands of Snow and Ross's geese and numerous species of ducks spend the winter at Hagerman. A resident pair of Bald Eagles and numerous hawks may be seen, and those wanting to take self-guided birding walks may see a number of different sparrow species, woodpeckers and more.

6 New Memberships, 10 Nestbox sales

The 39th Annual Edgewood Heritage Festival
HERITAGE PARK VILLAGE
106 N. Main, Edgewood, TX 75117   
Saturday, November 8, 2015 (8:45am – 4pm)

Look for red, white & blue Texas Bluebird Society canopy

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10, including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17, including tax.

For questions about the TBS offer or to volunteer for our booth, email info@txblue.org

Set among the log cabins and park, visitors to the Heritage Park Festival will enjoy Texas music, arts and crafts, a vintage car show, Santa Claus, children's area, quilt show and gunfights.

Edgewood is located just one hour east of Dallas on Highway 80. From Tyler and Longview take Interstate 20 to FM 859 and go north about 10 miles. Visit the Heritage Festival for a stroll through history.

7 New Memberships

The Hoot and Harvest Festival
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
10750 Pleasanton Rd., San Antonio, TX 78221   
Saturday, 17 October, 2015 (9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

A free day of nature activities for all ages: hayrides, plant sales, raptor show, kids crafts, butterfly walks in the garden, education booths and more. To volunteer to help the Texas Bluebird Society booth, contact David Smith battus@aol.com

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

11 New Memberships

50th Annual Peanut Festival
Downtown Whitesboro, TX
Whitesboto, TX   
Saturday, October 17, 2015 (8am-5pm)

Historic Downtown Whitesboro has been home to the Annual Peanut Festival since 1965. Held the third Saturday in October each year. The festival draws crowds in excess of 20,000 and offers fun for the entire family. With more than 200 food and merchandise booths, there is also live entertainment during this event free to the public. Proudly presented by the Whitesboro Area Chamber of Commerce. Office 903-564-3331

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 including tax.

15 New Memberships, 2 Nestbox sales

Central Texas Master Naturalists Nature Fest
Bend of the River
7915 S General Bruce Dr, Temple, TX 76502    
Saturday, October 10, 2015 (11 a.m.-5 p.m.)

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 including tax.

Click here or contact Rehanon Pampell for further details!

9 New Memberships, 1 Nestbox sale

Chappell Hill Garden Club Wine Tasting & Garden Tour
Gold Heart Ranch
10345 Hwy 290 East, Chappell Hill, tx    
Saturday, October 3, 2015 - (11:00 AM - 3:00 PM)

Proceeds will be used for scholarships, local beautification and reseeding of bluebonnets.

Look for the Texas Bluebird Society banner and Ann & Richard Thames under a shade tree (no Texas flag canopy at this event). A free nestbox will be given for each new membership.

11 New Memberships, 1 Lifetime Membership, 7 Nestbox sales

Attracting Bluebirds to Your Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 FM 2920 Rd, Tomball, TX 77377   
Thursday, October 1, 2015 (10 a.m.)

Presenter: Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 including tax.

18 New Memberships, 1 Renewals, 4 Nestbox saleS

Woodlands Landscaping Solutions
Millennium Forest Gardens
8203 Millennium Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX, 77381   
Saturday, 26 September, 2015 (09:00 a.m. - Noon)

Join Linda Crum and other gardening experts and discover the possibilities with hot tips and cool plants for your water-wise landscape!

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17.

For more information, Click here Woodlands Landscaping Solutions

14 New Memberships, 2 Nestbox sales

Women in the Outdoors (National Wildlife Turkey Federation)
City Hall, Town Square, etc
NTCC, Mt. Pleasant, Texas, 75455   
Saturday, September 26, 2015

During this daylong program (fee based), Keith Kridler will conduct a nestbox building session and give a habitat /nature program.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 including tax.

Cross Timbers Chapter of the Native Plants Society of Texas
Cherry Park Community Center
313 Davis Street, Weatherford, TX 76086    
Thursday, September 10, 2015 (7:00 p.m.)

Click here for further details!

9 New Memberships, 5 Nestbox sales

Four Corners Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas
Southwest Center, Northeast Texas Community College
3222 W. Seventh St. , Mt. Pleasant, Texas, 75455   
August 17, 2015 (7pm)

Our speaker will be entertaining author and bluebird expert Keith Kridler, who will present “Bluebirds and Other Cavity-Nesters.” Keith’s program will describe how you can attract Eastern bluebirds to your landscape and how to provide the best habitat for these beloved birds.

Those who attend the meeting Monday will receive FREE PLANS for bluebird nesting boxes and FREE SEEDS for gourds that can be used as purple martin houses! In addition, Keith will bring a few purple martin gourds to be offered as DOOR PRIZES, and he will be offering cedar nesting boxes for bluebirds for sale.

3 New Memberships

2015 Summer Bluebird Symposium and FUNdraising Auction
Brazos County Expo Center
5827 Leonard Road, Bryan, TX 77807   
Saturday, August 8, 2015 (9 a.m.-3 p.m.)

Join us for an informative and fun-filled day! Presentations will cover topics that new and experienced bluebirders will find interesting.

Click here for further details!

14 New Memberships, [?] Renewals, 55 Nestbox sales

26th Annual Blueberry Festival
Across from the Visitor Center in Historic Downtown Nacogdoches
200 East Main St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961   
Saturday, June 13, 2015 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

Look for our red, white, and blue flag canopy across the street from the Visitor's Center. "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 including sales tax.

To volunteer, contact Pauline Tom. Visit http://www.tbf.nacogdoches.org/ for more information.

43 New Memberships, 2 Renewals, 6 Nestbox Sales

Highland Lakes Birding and Wildflower Society Meeting
101 Main St, Marble Falls, TX 78654   
Thursday, May 7, 2015 (9:30 a.m.)

Presenter: Pauline Tom

Visit http://www.yantislakesidegardens.com/hlbws for more information.

15 New Memberships

Bonham Heritage Day
Saturday, May 2, 2015

Find Texas Bluebird Society volunteers at the Texas Master Naturalist booth. TBS volunteers will offer a free nestbox with $15 new Texas Bluebird Society membership.
(We are grateful to TMN for providing this opportunity.)

9 New Memberships

Hill Country Nature Fest
Headquarters Located 10 miles W. of Utopia & 5 miles E. of Garner State Park On FM 1050 at Hill Country Nature Center
April 29, 30, and May 1, 2, 3, 2015

During Nature Quest you'll enjoy learning from Experts about Texas Hill Country - Birds, Small Cavity Nesters, Bluebirds, Raptors, Hummingbirds, Bats, Butterflies, Insects, Champion Big Trees, Natural History, Native Plants, Useful & Medicinal Plants, Wildflowers, Invasive Plants, and how to make your own backyard a Wildlife Habitat. All through Field trips, Workshops, and Programs. $10 registration fee (required) for 5-day event. Some portions are free to registrants.

Nestbox Trail Birding Tour ($15) is Thursday morning (April 30) 8:00 a.m.– 12 p.m., Hill Country Nature Center

Bluebird program ($10 fee) is Friday afternoon (May 1) 1:00 p.m.– 2:00 p.m. at Hill Country Nature Center

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 including sales tax.

For more information visit http://www.hillcountrynaturequest.com/, call 830-966-2320, or email info@hillcountryadventures.com.

4 New Memberships, 2 Nestbox Sales

Wills Point Bluebird Festival
Downtown Wills Point
Wills Point, TX 75169   
Saturday, April 25, 2015 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

Look for the red, white & blue Texas Bluebird Society canopy on each end of the street for the "One Nestbox" offer – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 including tax.

Texas Bluebird Society will lead the free bus tours to see bluebird nestboxes at Lake Tawakoni State Park. Bus will depart every 90 minutes, starting at 9:00 a.m. Ticket distribution will begin at 8:45 a.m.

To volunteer, contact Pauline Tom (pauline@txblues.org). Visit http://www.willspointbluebird.org/ for more information.

32 New Memberships, 7 Nestbox Sales

Bridgepoint Ladies Club (Private)
Willis, TX 77318   
Monday, April 13, 2015

6 New Memberships

Texas Master Naturalist, Heartwood Chapter (Private)
Saturday, April 11, 2015

3 New Memberships

Ellis County Master Gardeners Expo
Waxahachie Civic Center
2000 Civic Center Lane, Waxahachie, TX 75165   
Saturday, March 28, 2015 (9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)

For more information visit http://txmg.org/ellis/lawn-garden-expo/.

28 New Memberships, 2 Renewals, 3 Nestbox Sales

Texas Wildlife and Woodland Expo & Spring Fling
Lone Star College-Montgomery
3200 College Park Dr. Conroe, TX 77384   
Saturday, March 28, 2015 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

Presenter: Linda Crum

Texas Wildlife and Woodland Expo & Spring Fling is designed to help families learn a little about the land on which they live — and how to best take care of it — through hands-on clinics, live demonstrations and children's activities.

One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 plus tax.

For more information visit http://expo.tamu.edu/.

5 New Memberships, 1 Renewal

2015 Fort Worth Earth Party
Magnolia Green Park
1201 Lipscomb, Fort Worth, TX 76104   
Saturday, March 28, 2015 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

Booth Coordinator: Paul Nelson and Ron Tom

One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 plus tax.

For more information visit http://fortworthtexas.gov/earthparty/.

22 New Memberships, 2 Renewals, 7 Nestbox Sales

Attracting Bluebirds to Your Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 FM 2920 Road, Tomball, TX 77377   
Thursday, March 19, 2015 (10 a.m.)

Presenter: Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 including tax.

21 New Memberships, 1 Renewal, 7 Nestbox Sales

Texas Land Conservation Conference
Hilton Austin Airport
9515 Hotel Drive, Austin, TX 78719   
March 4-6, 2015

Find the TBS table in the exhibitor section upstairs for the "One Nestbox" offer – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 including tax. Visit https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?EventID=1583069 for more information.

13 New Memberships, 16 Nestbox Sales

Texas Pollinator PowWow
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
4801 La Crosse Avenue, Austin, TX 78739   
Saturday, February 28, 2015 (8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.)

Birds, bats, bees, butterflies and more! Come learn about Texas plants and their pollinators, the conservation challenges they are facing, and how YOU can help! The TEXAS POLLINATOR POWWOW 2015 brings you topics ranging from native plants and bees, to hummingbirds and honey bees, to urban and rural land management best practices by experts from around the state. For more information see the official http://txpollinatorpowwow-part2.weebly.com/ site for more information.

Registration is $25 per person and is available online or through mail (send check or money order to Texas Pollinator PowWow, P.O. Box 308, Cleburne, Texas 76033). Seating is limited, so register today!

Visit the TBS booth for the "One Nestbox" offer – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 including tax.

19 New Memberships, 2 Renewals

Good Water Master Naturalist Meeting
3141 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown, TX 78626   
Thursday, February 26, 2015 (6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)

Presenter: Pauline Tom

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 plus tax.

4 New Memberships

Travis Audubon Society Bluebird Workshop
Austin, TX
Saturday, February 21, 2015 (9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)

Nationally-known bluebird expert Pauline Tom will conduct this workshop. Topics covered will include:

• best practices for nestbox installation to attract Eastern Bluebirds
• gardening for bluebirds
• how to recognize and improve appropriate habitat for Eastern Bluebirds
• how to interpret bluebird activity outside of the nestbox
• how to deter predators and alien competitors
• the process of egg-laying and incubation
• how to "age" nestlings
• recordkeeping / record-sharing with NestWatch

Workshop fee is $15 for TAS members and $20 for non-members. Adults and families welcome. "One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17 including tax. Visit Travis Audubon Society for more information and to register.

14 New Memberships

Native Plant Society of Houston Monthly Meeting
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
4501 Woodway, Houston, TX, 77024   
Thursday, January 15, 2015 (7:00 pm)

Presenter: Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

10 New Memberships, 1 Nestbox sale

Pollinator PowWow
Mansfield Center for the Performing Arts
1110 W. Debbie Lane, Mansfield, TX, 76063   
Saturday, November 15, 2014 (8:00 am to 5:00 pm)

Birds, bats, bees, butterflies and more! Come learn about Texas plants and their pollinators, the conservation challenges they are facing, and how YOU can help! The TEXAS POLLINATOR POWWOW 2014 brings you topics ranging from native plants and bees, to hummingbirds and honey bees, to urban and rural land management best practices by experts from around the state. For more information see the official http://txpollinatorpowwow.weebly.com site for registration and the official PDF flier

Early registration ($15.00) commences October 6th, and closes on November 6th.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

31 New Memberships, 1 Renewals, 2 Nestbox sales

The 38th Annual Edgewood Heritage Festival
Downtown Area (Event Info incl. downtown map)
Hwy 80 & FM859, Edgewood, TX   
Saturday November 8th 2014 (9am – 4pm)

Look for red, white & blue Texas Bluebird Society canopy

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nest box for $10, including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $17, including tax.

14 New members

The Hoot and Harvest Festival
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
10750 Pleasanton Rd., San Antonio, TX 78221   
Saturday, 18 October 2014 (09:00 a.m. - 04:00 p.m.)

A free day of nature activities for all ages: hayrides, plant sales, raptor show, kids crafts, butterfly walks in the garden, education booths and more. To volunteer to help the Texas Bluebird Society booth, contact David Smith battus@aol.com

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

11 New Memberships

Attracting Bluebirds to the Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 FM 2920 Road, Tomball, TX 77377   
Tuesday, October 7 2014 (10:00am - 11:am)

Presenter: Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

11 New members, 1 Renewal, 3 Nestbox sales

Woodlands Landscaping Solutions
Millenium Forest Gardens
8203 Millennium Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381   
Saturday, 27 September 2014 (09:00 a.m. - Noon)

Join Linda Crum and other gardening experts and discover the possibilities with hot tips and cool plants for your water-wise landscape!

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

For more information, Click here Woodlands Landscaping Solutions

6 New Memberships, 1 Renewal

Attracting Bluebirds to the Garden
Note: Event called off due to weather and rescheduled for October 7
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 FM 2920 Road, Tomball, TX 77377   
Thursday, 18 September 2014 (10:00am - 11:am)

Presenter: Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

2014 Summer Symposium
Mansfield ISD Center for the Performing Arts, Mansfield, TX
1110 Debbie Lane, Mansfield, TX, 76063   
Saturday, August 23, 2014 (9:00am - 3:00pm)

The 2014 Bluebird Summer Symposium has something for everyone. Come join us for the day!
Featured Speakers: Keith Kridler, author and naturalist, “Bluebirds and More” Jim Varnum, Texas Master Naturalist, “Native Plant Gardening to Attract Birds and Butterflies” Other Presentations: Bluebird Basics, House Sparrow Control, and more.

Special Screening: Bluebird Man, a half hour documentary film about the role of 91-year-old Al Larson in the recovery of the bluebird.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

Register viaPaper (PDF) Registration or Electronic Registration but please register now because the August 9th Advance registration is approaching FAST! (but walkins and at-the-door registration are also welcome)

25 New Memberships, 9 Renewals/Reinstatements, 25 Nestbox sales plus 13 Baffle kits, 20 heatshields and 2 Van Ert Traps.

25th Annual Blueberry Festival
200 East Main St., Nacadoches, TX 75961   
Saturday, June 14 2014 (8:00am - 4:00pm)

Look for our red, white, and blue flag canopy across the street from the Visitor's Center

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax. To volunteer, contact Pat Nail (pat@txblues.org)

27 New members, 3 Renewals, 10 Nestbox sales

BRIT Prairie Day
Fort Worth Botanical Gardens
Near the Botanical Research Institute of Texas Bldg. Botanical Research Institute of Texas, Fort Worth, Texas   
Saturday, 3 May 2014 (8:00am - 1:00pm)

Look for our red, white, and blue flag canopy

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

To volunteer to help with event, contact Barb Ohlman (bohere@verizon.net)

21 New members, 1 Renewal

Wills Point Bluebird Festival
Downtown Area
Wills Point, Texas   
Saturday, 26 April 2014(9am - 5pm)

Look for red, white & blue Texas Bluebird Society canopy on each end of the street: our TBS booth offering “One Nestbox” membership offer; and, the Bluebird Bus Tour Depot.

The educational booth, near the monument in the middle of the street, will offer a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10, including tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15, plus tax.

And, Texas Bluebird Society will lead the free bus tours to see bluebird nestboxes at Lake Tawakoni State Park. Bus will depart every 90 minutes, starting at 9:00 a.m. Ticket distribution will begin at 8:45 a.m. To volunteer, contact Pauline Tom (pauline@txblues.org)

27 New members, Renewals, 3 Nestbox sales, 1 nestbox coupon, 2 Delux Heat Shields

Texas Outdoor Women Network (San Marcos) Lecture
San Marcos Police Station Auditorium
San Marcos, TX
Thursday, 10 April 2014 (6:30 pm)

"Bluebirds" presented by Pauline Tom.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

4 New Memberships

Cradle of Texas, Texas Master Naturalists Lecture
Texas Agrilife Extension Service Office
Angleton, TX
Wednesday, 9 April, 2014 (9:00 - noon)

"Bluebirds" presented by Pauline Tom.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

28 New Memberships, 2 Nestbox sales, plus donations

2014 Brazos Valley Earth Day
College Station, TX
Saturday, 9 April, 2014

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

Staffed by Ann & Richard Thames.

2 New Memberships, 1 Nestbox sale

Attracting Bluebirds
The Calendar Garden
30730 Old Hockley Rd., Magnolia, TX 77355   
Saturday 5 April 2014 (10:00 - 11:00 am)

Presenter Linda Crum, Texas Bluebird Society

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

1 New Memberships 1 Nestbox sale

2014 ECMGA Lawn & Garden Expo
Waxahachie Civic Center
1950 North Interstate Highway 35 East, Waxahatchie, TX 75165   
Saturday, 29 March 2014 (9:00am - 3:00pm)

Conveniently located at the intersection on I-35 and Highway 287.

To volunteer to help with our booth, contact Rex Reves revesrl@yahoo.com

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

31 New Memberships, 7 Renewals, 5 Nestbox sales

Garden Club Presentation
Golden Triangle
Thursday, 27 March 27 2014

Presented by Debbie Bradshaw Park

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

7 New Memberships, 0 Renewals

Texas Wildlife & Woodlands EXPO
Lone Star College, Montgomery
Conroe / The Woodlands Area
3200 Colege Park Drive, Conroe, TX 77384   
Saturday, 22 March 2014 (10:00 a.m. - 04:00 p.m.)

Linda Crum will give a 30 minute talk on "Attracting Bluebirds to your Garden" from 10:30 - 11:00 am.

TBS will have a booth, so drop by and see us! To volunteer to help with our booth, contact Linda Crum txorganicgardener@gmail.com

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

13 New Memberships

Texas Master Naturalist Heartwood Chapter Class
Jesse H. Jones Nature Center
20634 Kenswick Dr. Humble, TX 77338   
Saturday, 22 March 2014 (1:00 - 2:30 p.m.)

Presenter Linda Crum, Texas Bluebird Society

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

2 New Memberships

2014 Fort Worth EARTH PARTY
Sundance Square in Downtown Fort Worth
Saturday, 22 March 2014 (11am - 2pm)

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

Staffed by Barb Ohlman

9 New Memberships, plus donation

Shady Hollow (Austin) Garden Club
Shady Hollow Community Center
3303 Doe Run, Austin, Texas 78748   
Wednesday, 12 March 2014 (9:30 am)

Bluebird presentation by Pauline Tom at 9:30 am.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

2014 Season Kickoff
Bastrop Conference Center
1408 Chestnut Street
Bastrop, TX Map location
Saturday, 1 March 2014 (9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)

Doors open at 8:30 for Registration and Silent Auction

Register Online!

Or if you prefer Registration Form - print and mail this form before February 15th to register for the Kickoff.

Registration Costs and Deadlines

Early Bird Registration: $15.00 includes Box Lunch and ten door prize tickets. Deadline: February 1, 2014

Advanced Registration: $15.00 includes Box Lunch and two door prize tickets. Deadline: February 15, 2014

At the door registration is $6 and does not include lunch or door prize tickets.

Friday Evening Social with Presentation on Chimney Swifts by Paul and Georgean Kyle
$15 at Hampton Inn. Buffet at 7 pm. Happy Hour at 6pm, BYOB or donations for Margaritas. Deadline: February 15

Sunday, March 2nd - Chaetura Canyon Sanctuary Field Trip
Join Stewards Georgean and Paul Kyle for a tour of Travis Audubon's Chaetura Canyon Sanctuary in northwest Travis County. For more information on the tour, click here.

Lodging: Hampton Inn $99.99 (single or double). Ask for the Texas Bluebird Society Group rate.  (512) 321-2898

FREE Nestbox to members who pledge to "NestWatch" at least two nestboxes
(submit observations to Cornell Lab of Ornithology through www.NestWatch.org)

For More Information:
Pauline Tom
pauline@texasbluebirdsociety.org, (512) 268-5678

There will be a silent auction FUNdraiser! 

To Donate a Silent Auction Item:*
Benni Konvicka
Auction@texasbluebirdsociety.org
(254) 968-6663

If you are bringing items, email (1) what the item is and (2) its retail value so that we can make prepared bid sheets for each item. We will also need your name and mailing address. Donation information received after February 15th will not be printed in the Kickoff program.

*TBS is recognized by the IRS as a 501c3 "charitable" organization. Donations are tax deductible, as allowed by law.

24 New Memberships, 46 Renewals, 8 Reinstates, 3 Small Business, 45 Nestbox sales 7 Nestboxes discounted, 8 Baffle kits, 16 Heatshields (standard), 10 Heatshields (delux)

Spring Lake Garden Club
Texas AgriLife Extension Service Office
1253 Civic Center Loop, San Marcos, TX 78666   
Thursday, 13 Febuary 2014 (9:30 am)

Bluebird presentation by Pauline Tom at 10:00 am.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

8 New Memberships, 1 Nestbox sale

Attracting Bluebirds to the Garden
International Friends
St. Simon & Jude Catholic Church
26777 Glen Loch Dr., Spring, TX 77381   
Friday, 7 February 2014 (10:00 - 11:00 am)

Presenter: Linda Crum, Texas Bluebird Society

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

4 New Memberships

Attracting Bluebirds
Bluebonnet Garden Club
The Woodlands Conservatory
6203 Alden Bridge Dr., The Woodlands, TX 77382   
Thursday 6 February 2014 (10:00 - 11:00 am

Presenter Linda Crum, Presenter, Texas Bluebird Society

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

8 New Memberships

Travis Audubon Society Bluebird Workshop
Southeast Austin (location provided to registrants)
Saturday, 11 January 2014 (1:00-4:00 pm)

Led by Pauline Tom.

$15 for Travis Audubon Society members

$20 for those who are not members of TAS

Register for Travis Audubon Society Bluebird Workshop led by Pauline Tom

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

6 New Memberships, 0 renewal

Harris County Texas Master Gardener Lecture
Texas AgriLife Extension Service Office
3033 Bear Creek Dr, Houston, TX 77084   
Tuesday, 07 January 2014 (Noon)

"Bluebirds" presented by Pauline Tom.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

15 New Memberships, 1 renewal

Attracting Bluebirds
Walk in the Woods Nature Lecture Series
McCullough Jr. High School
3800 S. Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381   

Thursday, 14 November 2013 (7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.)

Presenter Linda Crum, Executive Board and Assistant Treasurer, Texas Bluebird Society

Coordinator: Lucinda Valdes (lvaldes@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov)

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

20 New Memberships, 1 additional nestbox sale, 1 baffle sale

2013 Annual Fall Wildlife Festival and Plant Sale
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
10750 Pleasanton Rd., San Antonio, TX 78221   
Saturday, 19 October 2013 (09:00 a.m. - 03:00 p.m.)

A wide variety of booths and events, highlighting native wildlife and plants will be featured. TBS will have a booth offering memberships and information aout bluebirds and other cavity nesting birds. The Audubon Center is located at 10750 Pleasanton Road. Phone number is 210-628-1639.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

To volunteer to help with our booth, contact David Smith battus@aol.com

14 New Memberships

Woodlands Landscaping Solutions
Millenium Forest Gardens
8203 Millennium Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381   
Saturday, 28 September 2013 (09:00 a.m. - Noon)

A free, how-to, garden event!

Join Linda Crum and other gardening experts and discover the possibilities with hot tips and cool plants for your water-wise landscape!

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

For more information, Click here Woodlands Landscaping Solutions

15 New Memberships, 10 Baffle Kits, 3 Nestboxes

Attracting Bluebirds To the Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 Fm 2920 Road, Tomball, TX 77377   
Thursday, 12 September 2013 (10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.)

Presenter: Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

24 New Memberships

Attracting Bluebirds to Your Landscape
University Center of Montgomery
3232 College Park Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77384 map location
Friday, 06 September 2013 (10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.)

Presenter Linda Crum, Executive Board and Assistant Treasurer, Texas Bluebird Society

Learn all about the Eastern Bluebird and how to provide the proper habitat to entice them to nest in your yard. Find out more about the native plants that attract bluebirds and about the predators of bluebirds.

No charge for this class. Visit the website www.lonestar.edu/university-center.htm for more information and directions.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

7 New Memberships

Berries, Bugs and Other Ughs ...Why Bluebirds Need Native Plants
Senior Citizen's Center, Kaufman Street, Linden, TX
Tuesday, 27 August 2013 (6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.)

Located about one quarter mile from the county courthouse square in Linden. Follow Kaufman Street past the Post Office (that will be on your left) and the Senior Citizen's Facility will be just down the hill located on the left. Parking is available on either side of the main entryway with handicapped parking directly across from the door.

Presenter Belinda McCoy McLaughlin, Master Gardener and Past President, Native Plant Society of Texas

Learn about how to provide the proper habitat to entice Eastern Bluebirds and other birds to nest in your yard. Find out more about the native plants that attract bluebirds.

Attracting Bluebirds to your Garden
Montgomery County Master Gardener Program
Tom LeRoy Education Center
9020 Airport Road, Conroe, TX 77303
Monday, 19 August 2013 (2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.)

Linda Crum will speak on Attracting Bluebirds to your Garden.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

12 New Memberships, 1 New Life Membership, 4 Renewals; Sales of 3 baffle kits, 2 discounted nestboxes, and 3 nestboxes

2013 Summer Symposium
Mount Pleasant Civic Center
Mount Pleasant, TX Map location
Saturday, 10 August 2013 (9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)

Register Online!

Or if you prefer Registration Form - print and mail this form before July 25th to register for the Symposium.

Registration Costs and Deadlines

Early Bird Registration: $15.00 includes Box Lunch and ten door prize tickets. Deadline July 10, 2013

Advanced Registration: $15.00 includes Box Lunch and two door prize tickets. Deadline July 27, 2013

At the door registration is $6 and does not include lunch or door prize tickets.

Lodging: La Quinta Inn $74.99. Ask for the Texas Bluebird Society Group rate.  (903) 572-5514

FREE Nestbox to members who pledge to "NestWatch" at least two nestboxes
(submit observations to Cornell Lab of Ornithology through www.NestWatch.org)

For More Information:
Keith Kridler
kridler@suddenlink.net, (903) 573-5866

There will be a silent auction FUNdraiser! 

To Donate a Silent Auction Item:*
Benni Konvicka
Auction@texasbluebirdsociety.org
(254) 968-6663

If you are bringing items, email (1) what the item is and (2) its retail value so that we can make prepared bid sheets for each item. We will also need your name and mailing address. Donation information received after July 27 will not be printed in the Symposium program.

*TBS is recognized by the IRS as a 501c3 "charitable" organization. Donations are tax deductible, as allowed by law.

14 New Memberships, 7 Renewals, 3 Reinstates; Sales of 1 baffle kits, 4 regular heatshields, 12 delux heatshields, 7 discounted nestboxes, and 14 nestboxes; 23 At-the-door attendees, 100 Preregistered attendees.

Lake Houston Garden Club Monthly Meeting
Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
2929 Woodland Hills Drive, Kingwood, TX 77339
Monday, 10 June 2013 (7:00 p.m.)

Linda Crum will speak on Attracting Bluebirds to your Garden.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

14 New memberships

24th Annual Blueberry Festival
Visitor Center in Historic Downtown Nacogdoches
200 East Main St, Nacogdoches, TX 75961 map location
Saturday, 08 June 2013 (8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

Look for our red, white, and blue flag canopy across the street from the Visitor's Center

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

61 New memberships

BRIT PRAIRIE DAY - Celebrating our Prairie Heritage
Fort Worth Botanical Gardens
near the Botanical Research Institute of Texas Bldg.
BRIT, University Dr. Fort Worth, TX map location
Saturday,18 May 2013 (10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.)

For more information on Prairie Day

BLUEBIRDS ON THE PRAIRIE

Look for our red, white, and blue flag canopy

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

To volunteer to help with event, contact Barb Ohlman (bohere@verizon.net)

18 New memberships, 2 Renewals

Wills Point Bluebird Festival
Downtown Area
Wills Point, TX 75169 map location
Saturday, 27 April 2013 (10am - 4pm)

Come visit the TBS booth to learn more about bluebirds.  

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

To volunteer, contact Pauline Tom (ptom5678@gmail.com)

24 New memberships, 4 renewals, 2 nestbox sales

Fort Worth EARTH PARTY
Sundance Square in Downtown Fort Worth
Saturday, 6 April 2013 (11am - 2pm)

Learn how to spread "Bluebirds Across Texas...one nestbox at a time"

Find TBS under the Red, White and Blue Canopy.  

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

To volunteer, contact Barb Ohlman

11 New memberships

Lone Star College - Montgomery
Conroe / The Woodlands Area
3200 College Park Drive, Conroe, TX 77384
Saturday, 23 March 2013 (10:00 a.m. - 04:00 p.m.)

Linda Crum will give a 30 minute talk on "Attracting Bluebirds to your Garden" from 10:30-11:00 am.

TBS will have a booth, so drop by and see us! To volunteer to help with our booth, contact Linda Crum txorganicgardener@gmail.com

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

20 New memberships, 1 renewal, 2 nestbox sales, 1 voucher redemption

2013 ECMGA Lawn & Garden EXPO
Waxahachie Civic Center
1950 North Interstate Highway 35 East, Waxahachie, TX 75165   
Saturday, 16 March 2013 (09:00 a.m. - 03:00 p.m.)

Conveniently located at the intersection on I-35 and Highway 287.

To volunteer to help with our booth, contact Rex Reves revesrl@yahoo.com

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

38 New memberships, 1 nestbox sale, $5 donation

Spring Lake Garden Club - PPostponed! Check for new date after March 10th
Hays County Extension Office, 1253 Civic Center Loop,San Marcos, TX
Thursday, 14 March 2013 (10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.)

For information, contact Kay Quittner, 512.878.0998

Pauline Tom will give a presentation on "Gardening for the birds, How to attract Bluebirds".

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

Attracting Bluebirds To the Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 Fm 2920 Road, Tomball, TX 77377   
Thursday, 28 February 2013 (10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.)

Presenter: Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

35 New memberships

2013 Season Kickoff
Kerrville, Texas
1001 Junction Hwy, Kerrville, Texas 78028   
Inn of the Hills Resort
Saturday, 09 February 2013 (9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)

Print and bring this form with you to register for the Kickoff.

Registration Costs and Deadlines

At the door registration is $6 and does not include lunch.

Lodging: The Inn of the Hills: $89.00. Ask for the Texas Bluebird Society rate.  (877) 830-4796
RV Hookups available at Guadalupe River RV Resort 2605 Junction Highway (830) 367-5676

FREE Nestbox to members who pledge to "NestWatch" at least two nestboxes
(submit observations to Cornell Lab of Ornithology through www.NestWatch.org)

For More Information:
Jeri Porter
jeripster@gmail.com, (512) 773-1076

There will be a silent auction FUNdraiser! 

To Donate a Silent Auction Item:*
Jimmie  & Benni Konvicka
Auction@texasbluebirdsociety.org
(254) 968-6663

If you are bringing items, email (1) what the item is and (2) its retail value so that we can make prepared bid sheets for each item. Donation information received after January 26 will not be printed in the Kickoff program.

*TBS is recognized by the IRS as a 501c3 "charitable" organization. Donations are tax deductible, as allowed by law.

Travis Audubon Society
Location in Austin TX will be provided to registrants
Saturday, 26 January 2013 09:00-12:00

Pauline Tom will lead a 3 hour workshop on bluebird husbandry. During the workshop, Pauline will take participants outdoors to view bluebird habitat and bluebird nestboxes that are used each nesting season by bluebirds. Older teens are welcome and younger with an adult.

This event is presented by Travis Audubon. Workshop fee is $15 for TAS members and $20 for non-members. Contact Travis Audubon Society to register.
Travis Audubon Society

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

9 New memberships, 1 business renewal, 16 nestbox sales

Bluebird Basics
Riverside Nature Center
150 Francisco Lemos Street Kerrville, TX 78028   
Tuesday, 15 January 2013 (Lunchtime Talk)

Pauline Tom will give a basic presentation on bluebirds.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

19 New memberships

Washington County Wildlife Management Workshop
Brenham, TX
Friday, 30 November 2012 (08:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

Sessions held at Blinn College, Rankin Agricultural Complex
1409 Old Mill Creek Rd., Brenham, TX 77833

Registration due by November 21, 2012. Contact Debbie Wellmann, Washington County Ag/Wildlife Appraisal, for details. 979-277-3740.

Pauline Tom will give a presentation on Attracting Bluebirds to your Property.

During a portion of the day, Texas Bluebird Society will sell memberships (with a free nestbox) and nestboxes ($15, plus sales tax).

23 New memberships, 2 Renewal specials, 23 Nestboxes sold

Native Cavity Nesters
Panorama Garden Club
Thursday, 15 November 2012 (09:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.)

Presenter: Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

3 New memberships, 3 Nestboxes sold

2012 Annual Fall Wildlife Festival and Plant Sale
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
10750 Pleasanton Rd., San Antonio, TX 78221   
Saturday, 20 October 2012 (09:00 a.m. - 03:00 p.m.)

Join us for a free day of nature activities for all ages: hayrides, plant sales, SAWS Autumn Bloom giveaway, raptor show, kids crafts, education booths and more.

To volunteer to help with our booth, contact David Smith battus@aol.com

9 New memberships

Woodlands Landscaping Solutions
Millenium Forest Gardens
8203 Millennium Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381   
Saturday, 29 September 2012 (09:00 a.m. - Noon)

A free, how-to, garden event!

Join Linda Crum and other gardening experts and discover the possibilities with hot tips and cool plants for your water-wise landscape!

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

For more information, Click Here Woodlands Landscaping Solutions

Cancelled due to rain!

Attracting Bluebirds To the Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 Fm 2920 Road, Tomball, TX 77377   
Thursday, 20 September 2012 (10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.)

Presenter: Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10 plus tax. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

24 New memberships, 2 Membership Renewals

Wimberly Birding Society
Wimberly Community Center
Monday, 20 August 2012 (10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.)

Presentation by Pauline Tom

10 New memberships

2012 Summer Bluebird Symposium
Gainesville Civic Center
311 S. Weaver, Gainesville, TX 76240   
Saturday, 11 August 2012 (9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)

Registration Form

Print and mail this form to Don Lawrence (address on form) to register for the Symposium, or

Online registration is closed.

Annual symposium with featured speakers Keith Kridler, author and naturalist (Bluebirds & More), and Dr. Ken Steigman, Director and Bluebird Bander at Lewisvile Lake Environmental Learning Area (Bluebird Banding at LLELA). Other topics covered are bluebird basics, House Sparrow control, gardening for bluebirds and more. Also the popular Silent Auction FUNdraiser.

Advanced-Early-Bird registration deadline is July 11 with Advanced registration ending July 28. $12 registration includes BBQ lunch. At-the-Door registration available (without lunch).

Chat with fellow bluebird aficionados at Friday night social dinner takes place at Neu Ranch House.

To learn about some of the exciting things to see and do in Gainesville, click here Visit Gainesville (292KB)

Host Lodging: Holiday Inn Express, $105.99. Ask for Texas Bluebird Society rate (940) 665-0505
Lodging also available 15 miles away at Whitesboro Inn, $79.90, (903) 564-7464
RV Hookups available close to the Civic Center: Gainesville RV Park, (940) 668-4530

To donate a Silent Auction item: Jimmie & Bennie Konvicka 1315 North Dale Ave. Stephenville, TX 76401-1604 jkonvicka@gmail.com or 254 968-6663.

For more information:Don Lawrence, Local Coordinator, 725 CR 132, Whitesboro TX 76273 donekelaw1@aol.com or 903 564 1035.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15.

114 Attendees! 31 New memberships, 2 Renewals

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Nacogdoches
200 East Main St, Nacogdoches, TX 75961   
Saturday, 09 June 2012 (8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

Look for our red, white, and blue flag canopy across the street from the Visitor's Center

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

31 New memberships, 2 Renewals

PrairieFest 3 at Tandy Hills Natural Area
3400 View Street
Fort Worth TX 76103  map location
Saturday, May 26th, 2012  (4 p.m. - 8 p.m.)

Experience Your Local Prairie with Free Wildflower Tours, Nature, Music, Food, & Friends

To volunteer for the TBS Booth, contact Barb Ohlman, bohere@verizon.net

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

7 New memberships, 2 Renewals, 1 additional nestbox

Jack Phillips Bluebird Festival
Community Center
Ravenna, TX 75476 map location
Saturday, 19 May 2012 (10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

This new bluebird festival in Ravenna, 93 miles NE of Dallas, memorializes Jack Phillips.  The festival continues until 9:00 p.m.; but, the TBS Booth will close down at 4:00 p.m.

To volunteer for the TBS Booth, contact Don Lawrence, donkelaw1@aol.com

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

11 New memberships

Attracting Bluebirds To The Garden
Stephen F. Austin University, Agriculture Building
1924 Wilson Dr, Stephen F. Austin University, Nacogdoches, TX 75962 map location
Thursday, 17 May 2012 (6:30 - 8 p.m.)

2012 Theresa and Les Lecture Series

6:30 p.m. refreshments, 7:00 p.m. lecture TBS booth. “One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

31st Annual Terrell Heritage Jubilee
Jubilee Info
Ben Gill Park, Terrell, TX 75160 map location
Saturday, April 21 2012 (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) and Sunday, April 22 (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

Booth coordinator Nancy Glover. For questions or to volunteer, contact Nancy@texasbluebirdsociety.org  

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a new $15 membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

20 New members, 1 Renewal

Bluebirds at Lake Tawakoni State Park
TBS Booth near the concession area
Wills Point, TX 75169 map location

Saturday, 14 April 2012 (9:00am - 5:00pm)

Booth coordinator Nancy Glover. To volunteer, contact Nancy@texasbluebirdsociety.org  

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a new $15 membership.

Bluebirds are feeding nestlings in several nestboxes, so every visitor should see a bluebird (weather permitting).

TBS volunteers will be available to interpret bluebird activity at nearby bluebird nestboxes. Too, volunteers will distribute TBS membership forms and free copies of the TPWD booklet, "Bluebirds in Texas", which includes plans for a bluebird nestbox well-suited for Texas conditions.

Take State Highway 47 North through Wills Point to FM 2475 and continue for approximately 4 miles.

2 New members

Lawn and Garden Expo
Waxahachie Civic Center
200 Civic Center Lane, Waxahachie, TX 75165 map location
Saturday, 31 March 2012 (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

Event produced by Ellis County Master Gardeners

To volunteer, contact Rex Reves, revesrl@yahoo.com

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a New $15 membership.

17 New members, 3 Renewals, 2 Nestbox sales

Attracting Bluebirds To The Garden
Spring Creek Greenway Nature Center
1300 Riley Fuzzel Rd, Spring, TX 77386 map location
Friday, 16 March 2012 (11:00 a.m. - noon)

Presenter:  Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a free nestbox with the purchase of a New $15 membership

Attracting Bluebirds To The Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 FM2920 Road, Tomball, TX 77377-6151 map location
Thursday, 01 March 2012 (10:00 - 11:00 a.m.)

Presenter:  Linda Crum

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership

Event Registration fee is $10.00, Fee for Bluebird Program with Tour is $10.00.

Come experience other Bird, Butterfly, Bat, Wildflower, Fieldtrips & Programs too.

More information and registration available at www.texasnaturequest.com

Or call Nature Quest Headquarters 830-966-2320.

Texas Land Conservation Conference
Austin Airport Hilton
9515 Hotel Drive, Austin, TX 78719 map location
Thursday, 23 February 2012 - Friday, 24 February 2012 (8-5 Thurs, 8-12:30 Friday)

Visit with volunteer Nancy Podio at our Texas Bluebird Society table.

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Note: Pauline Tom serendipitously meets future TBS Webmaster Clyde Camp at this meeting

Attracting Bluebirds To Your Landscape
University Center at Montgomery campus of Lone Star College
3200 College Park Drive Conroe, Texas 77384 map location
Monday, 13 February 2012 (1:00 - 2:50 p.m.)

Presenter:  Linda Crum

Learn all about the Eastern Bluebird and how to provide the proper
habitat to entice them to nest in your yard.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership

2012 Season Kickoff
Stephen F. Austin University, Baker Patillo Student Center
Stephen F. Austin University, Nacogdoches, TX 75962 map location
Saturday, 04 February 2012 (9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)

Featured speakers:  Greg Grant and Cliff Shackelford

Sample Topics: Landscaping for Bluebirds; Woodpeckers of east Texas; and lots of bluebird tidbits for nestwatching, protection from predators

There will be a silent auction FUNdraiser and plant sale!  Hot lunch included with registration (details in registration links).

Registration required (via mail or online):

Mail in Registration

On-line Registaration:  http://2012Kickoff.RSVPbook.com

Early bird registration deadline: January 4, 2012

Advanced registration deadline: January 21, 2012

Travis Audubon Society Bluebird Workshop (fee)
Austin, TX
Exact location east of Austin will be provided to registrants map location
Saturday, 28 January 2012 (9:00 a.m. - noon)

Pauline Tom is President of the Texas Bluebird Society and has conducted popular workshops on bluebird husbandry in many different parts of the state. Her workshop will cover the following:

- best practices for nest-box installation to attract Eastern Bluebirds
- how to recognize and improve appropriate habitat for Eastern Bluebirds
- how to interpret bluebird activity outside of the nest-box
- how to deter predators and alien competitors
- the process of egg-laying and incubation
- how to “age” nestlings
- record-keeping / record-sharing with NestWatch

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TBS Bluebird presentation at Wild Birds Unlimited Grand Opening
Wild Birds Unlimited
2704 Cross Timbers Rd, Suite 118, Flower Mound, TX 75028 map location
Saturday, 28 January 2012 (10:30 - noon)

Joe Simmons from the Texas Bluebird Society will give a presentation about bluebirds at 11:00 a.m. and will be available between 10:30 - noon for nestbox sales and membership sign up.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership

Attracting Bluebirds (and other cavity nesters)
Agrilife Extension Classroom
3355 Cherry Ridge St, San Antonio, TX 78230 map location
Tuesday, 10 January 2012 (7 - 8 p.m.)

LeAnn Sharp, past vice-president of Texas Bluebird Society, will present this talk at the Alamo Master Naturalist Meeting.

Open to the public. Suggested donation:  $3/person.

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event - a free nestbox with the pruchase of a $15 membership.

6th Annual Mitchell Lake Audubon Center Wildlife Festival and Plant Sale
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
10750 Pleasanton Road, San Antonio, Tx 78221 map location
Saturday, 22 October 2011 (9:00AM - 4:00PM)

TBS will have a booth offering a free nestbox  with each new membership. The annual membership fee is $15.00. 

Volunteers are needed to help with the booth. Anyone able to help should contact David Smith at Battus@aol.com

Attracting Bluebirds To The Garden
Montgomery County Nature Center (adjacent to the Peckinpaugh Preserve)
1300 Riley Fuzzel Road Spring, Texas 77380 map location
Saturday, 22 October 2011 (9:00AM )

Presented by Linda Crum, Executive Board and Assistant Treasurer of Texas Bluebird Society.

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Go to http://www.springcreekgreenway.com for more information on the new nature center.

Celebrate Roanoke!
Downtown area
Roanoke, TX 76262 map location
Saturday, 08 October 2011 (10:00am - 10:00pm)

Booth Coordinator: Barb Ohlman  bohere@verizon.net

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership

Attracting Bluebirds To The Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 FM2920 Road Tomball, TX 77377-6151 map location
Tuesday, 20 September 2011 (10:00AM - 11:00AM)

Presenter: Linda Crum

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership

2011 Summer Bluebird Symposium
Somervell Expo Center
202 Gibbs Blvd. Glen Rose, TX 76043 map location
Saturday, 20 August 2011 (9:00am - 2:30pm)

Annual symposium with featured speaker/author/naturalist, Keith Kridler, and others who will cover bluebird basics, House Sparrow control, gardening for bluebirds and more. Also the popular Silent Auction fundraiser. Advanced-Early-Bird registration deadline is July 20 with Advanced registration ending August 6. At-the-Door registration available (without lunch)  Space is limited, register soon!

Registration form

22nd Annual Blueberry Festival
Historic Downtown Nacogdoches
Nacogdoches, TX 75961 map location
Saturday, 11 June 2011 (8:00am - 4:00pm)

Look for our red, white & blue flag canopy across the street from the Visitor's Center building.

To volunteer to help with the booth, contact Debbie Dalton, ddalton@sfasu.edu.

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Earth Day Celebration at Trinity River NWR
Trinity River NWR at the Champion Lake area
1742 County Road 417 Dayton, TX 77535 map location
Saturday, 30 April 2011 (11:00am - 2:00pm)

"One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

12th Annual Nature Quest
Hill Country Nature Center - located on FM1050, 10.3 miles west of Utopia & 4.7 miles e
FM 1050 Rio Frio, TX 78879 map location
Thursday, 28 April 2011 - Saturday, 30 April 2011 (See Prg Sch for time)

The Best Birding and all-round Nature Festival in Central Texas.

LeAnn Sharp is presenting "Bluebirds and Other Cavity-Nesters" including a nestbox nature trail tocancelled.  We plan to schedule the January 2012 Season Kickoff in East / SE Texas.” 

6th Annual Fort Worth Prairie Fest
Tandy Hills Natural Area (South of I-30 less than 5 miles east of downtown Fort Worth)
3400 View Street Fort Worth, TX 76103 map location
Saturday, 23 April 2011 (10:00am - 8:00pm)

for more information see: www.tandyhills.org 

To volunteer to help with the TBS Booth, contact Barb Ohlman, 817.482.1930, bohere@verizon.net

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Wills Point Bluebird Festival
Downtown Area
Wills Point, TX 75169 map location
Saturday, 16 April 2011 (9:00am - 8:00pm)

Booth coordinator Nancy Glover. To volunteer contact Barb at bohere@verizon.net

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

39 New members, 4 Renewals, 8 Nestbox sales

Earth Day Celebration (in conjunction with Garden Gala Day) at Stephen F. Austin
Stephen F Austin Pineywoods Native Plant Center
2900 Raguet Street, Nacogdoches 75965 map location
Saturday, 16 April 2011 (10:00am - 2:00pm)

To volunteer to help TBS, contact Andrea Brown, 903-658-0026 or andie3564@gmail.com

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Bluebird Bus Tours at Wills Point Bluebird Festival
Between Talent Box Theatre & Mobile on North 4th St.
Wills Point, TX 75169 map location
Saturday, 16 April 2011 (11:00am - 6:00pm (hourly)

Hourly, FREE tours will depart for the Bluebird Trail at Lake Tawakoni State Park.  Along the way, a Texas Bluebird Society tour guide will give a presentation.  Bluebirds nest at the park, so it's likely each tour will see at least one.

Look for the school buses between The Talent Box Community Theater and the Mobil station on 4th Street.

For more information or to volunteer to help with the "ticket booth" for bus tours, contact Nancy Glover 214.205.0763.

One Nestbox” offer (a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership) will be available at the TBS Booth at the other end of the street at the Bluebird Festival.

"Bluebirds 101" presentation at Wills Point Bluebird Festival
Talent Box Community Theater
244 North 4th Street (near the Mobil station) Wills Point, TX 75169 North 4th Street (near the Mobil station) Wills Point, TX 75169" title="New bluebird habitat and man-made nest-boxes.
Saturday, 16 April 2011 (11:00am - 6:00pm (hourly)

23rd Annual Blueberry Festival
Visitor Center in Historic Downtown Nacogdoches
200 East Main St, Nacogdoches, TX 75961 map location
Friday, 15 April 2011 - Saturday, 16 April 2011 (7:30 pm ; 10am & 2pm)

Stunning slides will take the audience through bluebird basics, including nestbox installation; NestWatch'ing; the life cycle of bluebirds, starting with wing-waving courtship; and, nestbox housekeeping.  The Friday evening presentation will be shown by Pauline Tom, President of Texas Bluebird Society.  The presentation is FREE.  

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at the TBS Booth at the Bluebird Festival on Saturday – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership. 

Milam County Nature Festival in Cameron
Ledbetter Park in Cameron
FM 1600, Cameron, 76520 map location
Saturday, 09 April 2011 (9:00AM - 3:00PM)

Presented by El Camino Real Master Naturalist Chapter. For information about the event contact Donna Lewis [donnacoast2coast@att.net] or (979) 279-9368

To volunteer to help with the TBS Booth, contact Pat Powers, 512.423.7602, gbpowers@gmail.com

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Keith Kridler, Naturalist, Cavity Nester Presentation
Southwest Center
3222 W 7th Street Texarkana, TX 75501 map location
Thursday, 31 March 2011 (2:20pm - 3:15pm)

This presentation is part of an Agrilife teaching/information seminar and the time is subject to change.

For more information contact Mr. Brandon Hawkins at 903.628.6702.

This is part of an 8:00am - 4:00pm 1890 Horticulture Conference presented by Agrilife.

Keith Kridler, Naturalist, Bluebird Presentation
Bowie County Extention Office (New Boston Master Gardeners)
710 James Bowie Drive New Boston, TX75570 map location
Monday, 28 March 2011 (6:00pm)

For more information call extention office 903.628.6702

Lawn and Garden Expo
Waxahachie Civic Center
200 Civic Center Lane Waxahachie, TX 75165 map location
Saturday, 26 March 2011 (9:00AM - 5:00PM)

Event produced by Ellis County Master Gardeners

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Texas Land Conservation Conference
Airport Hilton, Austin
9515 Hotel Drive Austin, TX 78719 map location
Thursday, 24 February 2011 - Friday, 25 February 2011 (8:00am - 5:00pm)

TBS table near refreshments.

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Utopia Garden Club
Utopia Methodist Church
Church Street - Utopia Texas 78884 map location
Tuesday, 22 February 2011 (2:30PM)

TBS Program presented by LeAnn Sharp as Utopia Garden Club Program – “Bluebirds in Your Backyard”.

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Keith Kridler, Naturalist, at Breedlove's in Tyler
Breedlove's Nursery & Landscape
11576 Hwy 64 West Tyler, TX map location
Saturday, 19 February 2011 (11:00AM)

Mr. Kridler, of Mount Pleasant, is co-founder of the Texas Bluebird Society and co-author of The Bluebirds Monitor Guide. He maintains an extensive bluebird trail in northeast Texas with hundreds of nestboxes and lectures widely on the subject. He is also a Master Gardener, a commercial daffodil farmer, and an officer in the Texas Daffodil Society.

Contact Laurie Breedlove (903-597-7421) for event information.

By invitation, Texas Bluebird Society “One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership. For more information about the "One Nestbox" offer contact pauline@texasbluebirdsociety.org.

Attracting Bluebirds To Your Landscape
Montgomery County Nature Center (adjacent to the Peckinpaugh Preserve)
1300 Riley Fuzzel Road Spring, Texas 77380 map location
Saturday, 19 February 2011 (9:30AM)

Presented by Linda Crum, Executive Board and Assistant Treasurer of Texas Bluebird Society.

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Go to http://www.springcreekgreenway.com for more information on the new nature center.

Attracting Bluebirds To Your Landscape
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 FM 2920 Tomball, TX 77377-6151 map location
Thursday, 17 February 2011 (10:00am)

Presented by Linda Crum, Executive Board and Assistant Treasurer of Texas Bluebird Society.

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Attracting Bluebirds To Your Landscape
University Center of Montgomery
3232 College Park Drive The Woodlands, TX 77384 map location
Monday, 14 February 2011 (11:00AM - 12:50PM)

Presenter Linda Crum, Executive Board and Assistant Treasurer, Texas Bluebird Society

Learn all about the Eastern Bluebird and how to provide the proper habitat to entice them to nest in your yard. Find out more about the native plants that attract bluebirds and about the predators of bluebirds.

No charge for the class. Visit the website http://www.lonestar.edu/university-center.htm for more information and directions.

Texas Bluebird Society “One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

"Attracting Bluebirds" presented by the Texas Bluebird Society
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
10750 Pleasanton Road San Antonio, Tx 78221 map location
Saturday, 12 February 2011 (1:00 - 3:30PM)

Presented by David Smith.

The Texasd Bluebird Society will present a program on attracting and observing Bluebirds and other cavity-nesting birds. Topics will include environmental needs, nestboxes, and monitoring bird populations. This presentation should be of use to beginners as well as more experienced birders. Free for MLAC, non-members $5. Space is limited, RSVP required. For more information or to rsvp, mlac@audubon.org.

Texas Bluebird Society “One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Nesting Season Kickoff- CANCELLED!
Beaumont Botanical Gardens in Tyrell Park
Saturday, 29 January 2011

Due to unforeseen family circumstances, upon the request of the Kickoff Coordinator, the Season Kickoff scheduled for  Saturday, January 29, 2011 in Beaumont has been cancelled.

Providing Habitat for Bluebirds & Other Small Cavity Nesters
Bexar Audubon Meeting at Tri-Point (Near 281, Mulberry St. & Trinity University)
3233 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78212 map location
Thursday, 20 January 2011 (6:30PM)

Presented by LeAnn Sharp, past Texas Bluebird Society Vice President.

www.bexaraudubon.org

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox withabout the festival, visit the Wills Point Bluebird Festival Association website .

Naturalist Keith Kridler at SFA Gardens, Theresa and Lee Reeves Lecture Series
Stephen F. Austin State University - Nacogdoches
Room 110 Agriculture Building, 1924 Wilson Dr. Nacogdoches, TX 75961 map location
Thursday, 20 January 2011 (7:00PM)

The SFA gardens at Stephen F. Austin University will host its monthly Theresa and Lee Reeves Lecture Series with Naturalist, Keith Kridler, of Mt. Pleasant, Texas, presenting "Bluebirds Chase My Blues Away."

Mr. Kridler is co-founder of the Texas Bluebird Society and co-author of The Bluebirds Monitor Guide. He maintains an extensive bluebird trail in northeast Texas with hundreds of nestboxes and lectures widely on the subject. He is also a Master Gardener, a commercial daffodil farmer, and an officer in the Texas Daffodil Society.

The Theresa and Lee Reeves Garden Lecture Series is generally held the third Thursday of each at the SFA Mast Arboretum. Refreshments are served by the SFA volunteers before the lecture with a rare plant raffle being held afterward. The lecture is free and open to the public.

For more information about the event, contact Grant at (936) 468-1863 or email grantdamon@sfasu.edu.

By invitation, Texas Bluebird Society “One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Keith Kridler at Hunt County Master Gardeners
Fletcher Warren Civic Center, Greenville, TX
5501 S Business Hwy 69 (Moulton Drive) Greenville, TX 75402 map location
Tuesday, 18 January 2011 (6:00PM - 8:00PM)

Mr. Kridler is co-founder of the Texas Bluebird Society and co-author of The Bluebirds Monitor Guide. He maintains an extensive bluebird trail in northeast Texas with hundreds of nestboxes and lectures widely on the subject. He is also a Master Gardener, a commercial daffodil farmer, and an officer in the Texas Daffodil Society.

For details about the presentation, contact Anita Harris (anitao.harris@gmail.com).

For information about the "One Nestbox" offer contact Nancy Glover (nancy@txblues.org).

By invitation, TBS “One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Travis Audubon ( Austin) Bluebird Workshop
Exact location will be provided to registrants by Travis Audubon
TBA map location
Saturday, 15 January 2011 (9:00AM - Noon)

Presented by Pauluine Tom, President, Texas Bluebird Society.

$15.00 for Travis Audubon members. $20.00 for non-members.  http://travisaudubon.org/classes.html#bluebirds

Texas Bluebird Society “One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Attracting Bluebirds To The Garden
Buchanan's Native Plant Nursery
611 East 11th Street Houston, TX 77008-7109 map location
Saturday, 23 October 2010 (10:00am)

Presenter: Linda Crum

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Mitchell Lake Audubon Center Annual Wildlife Festival and Plant Sale
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
10750 Pleasanton Road San Antonio, Tx map location
Saturday, 23 October 2010 (9:00AM - 4:00PM)

TBS Coordinator: David Smith ( Phone 210-626-1282, email Battus@aol.com.)

MLAC Phone:     210-628-1639, Web www.Mitchelllakeaudubon.org

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Williamson County Master Gardeners Meeting
Williamson County Extension Office
3151 SE Interloop Road, Suite A, Georgetown, TX map location
Monday, 11 October 2010 (6:30pm)

Presenter: Pauline Tom

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Celebrate Roanoke!
Downtown Area
Roanoke, TX map location
Saturday, 09 October 2010 (10:00am - 10:00pm)

Coordinator: Barb Ohlman

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Native Plant Society of Texas Symposium
Texas Women's University, Denton Campus, Hubbard Hall/Southwest Ballroom
South Bell Street Denton, TX 76204 map location
Friday, 08 October 2010 - Saturday, 09 October 2010 (8:00AM - 5:00PM)

TBS Coordinator; Judy Heatherington

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Attracting Bluebirds To The Garden
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 FM 2920 Road Tomball, TX 77377-6151 map location
Thursday, 30 September 2010 (10:00am)

Presenter: Linda Crum

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Woodlands Landscaping Solutions
Sponsored by the Environmental Services Department
8203 Millennium Forest Drive. The Woodlands, TX map location
Saturday, 25 September 2010 (9:00am - Noon)

Presenter: Linda Crum

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership

Hays County Master Naturalists
Holy Spirit Episcopal Church
301 Hays County Acres Road, Dripping Springs, TX map location
Thursday, 23 September 2010 (6:30PM)

Presenter Pauline Tom

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership

For more information email Pauline Tom at pauline@texasbluebirdsociety or email Karen Hulene Bartell at hulene)

To volunteer, contact Pauline Tom, pauline@texasbluebirdsociety.org

"One Nestbox" offer will be available at this event – a gift of a free nestbox with a contribution of $15 for a new TBS membership. Renewing members can purchase a nestbox for $10. Nestboxes are also available for sale for $15 plus tax.

11 New memberships

North American Bluebird Society Convention
Royal Botanical Gardens
Burlington, Ontario Canada map location
Thursday, 09 September 2010 - Sunday, 12 September 2010

Annual Nabs Convention.

See www.nabluebirdsociety.org/convention.htm for program and lodging information.

Athens Organic Farmers Market
Athens Organic Farmers Market
Athens, TX map location
Saturday, 21 August 2010 (8:00 - Noon)

Staffed by Mark Carlson

2010 Summer Bluebird Symposium
New Henderson Civic Center at Lake Forest Park
Henderson, TX 75652 map location
Saturday, 14 August 2010 (9:00am - 4:00pm)

Sponsored by the Texas Bluebird Society, Andrea Brown, Symposium Coordinator.

Annual symposium with speakers on a wide variety of topics, and of course a Silent Auction fundraiser.  Advanced Registration is closed. "At the Door Registration Available (without lunch)" Space is limited.

Texas Outdoor Women Network, Bastrop Chapter
Bastrop State Park at the Refectory
Tuesday, 03 August 2010 (6:30PM)

Presenter: Pauline Tom

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

For more information call Paulette Boudreaux 512.589.3438

21st Annual Blueberry Festival
Downtown Area
Nacogdches, TX map location
Saturday, 12 June 2010 (8:00am - 5:00pm)

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Milam County Nature Festival
Wilson Ledbetter Park
FM160 Cameron, TX 76520 map location
Saturday, 12 June 2010 (All Day Event)

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Wills Point Bluebird Festival
Downtown Area
Wills Point, Texas 75169 map location
Saturday, 24 April 2010 (9:00am - 5:00pm)

Coordinator: Barb Ohlman

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Lions Club Meeting
Meeting Hall
Rusk, Texas map location
Thursday, 22 April 2010 (Noon)

Presenter: Debbie Bradshaw

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Nature Quest
Hill Country Nature Center
Nature Center located on FM1050, 10.3 miles west of Utopia & 4.7 miles east of Hwy 83 map location
Thursday, 22 April 2010 (1:30pm - 5:00pm)

11th Annual Nature Quest April 22,23,24, 2010 The Best Birding and all-round Nature Festival in Central the purchase of a $15 membership.

Earth Day
Woodlands High School
6101 Research Forest Drive The Woodlands, Texas map location
Saturday, 10 April 2010 (10:00am - 5:00pm)

Coordinator: Betsy & Bill Jones

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Lawn and Garden Expo
Waxahachie Civic Center
2000 Civic Center Lane, Waxahachie, TX 75165 map location
Saturday, 27 March 2010

Coordinator: Lysle Mockler
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Attracting Bluebirds Seminar
Arbor Gate Nursery
15635 FM 2920, Tomball, TX 77377 map location
Thursday, 25 February 2010

Presenter: Linda Crum
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Montgomery County Master Gardeners Association Meeting
Montgomery County AgriLife Master Gardeners Education Building
9020 FM 1484 Conroe, TX 77303 map location
Monday, 22 February 2010

Presenter: Linda Crum
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Lake Mitchell Audubon Society Meeting
Lake Mitchell Audubon Center
10750 Pleasanton Road San Antonio, TX 78221 map location
Saturday, 20 February 2010

Presenter: LeAnn Sharp "Providing Habitat For Bluebirds And Other Small Cavity Nesters"
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Unknown Meeting
Unknown Location
Tuesday, 16 February 2010

Presenter: David Shields
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Statewide Bluebird Season KICKOFF
Bryan TX Brazos Center
3232 Briarcrest Drive, Bryan, TX 77802 map location
Saturday, 30 January 2010

Coordinators: Jim and Kitty Anding
Nestbox Specials and Silent Auction. Registration required.

Wildlife Managerment Workshop
Palo Alto College, Peforming Arts Bldg.
1400 W. Villeart Blvd. San Antonio map location
Saturday, 12 December 2009

Sponsored by TP&W
Registration required: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/calendar/?calpage=s0193
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Heritage Syrup Festival
Henderson
Henderson, TX map location
Saturday, 14 November 2009

Co-coordinator: Andrea Brown
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Arbor Gate Nursery
Arbor Gate Nursery
Tomball, TX map location
Tuesday, 27 October 2009

Presenter: Linda Crum (linda@texasbluebirdsociety.org)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Celebrate Roanoke!
Roanoke
Friday, 09 October 2009

Co-Coordinator: Barb Ohlman (bohere@earthlink.net)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

TP&W EXPO
TP&W EXPO
Saturday, 03 October 2009 (2009-10-04)

This event has been cancelled.

Annual Membership Meeting
Montgomery County Agriculture Extension Agency Master Gardener Education Building
9020 FM 1484 Conroe, Texas 77303 map location
Saturday, 03 October 2009

Meet your fellow members! Awards, elections, door prizes, presentations, and fun!
Coordinator: Debbie Bradshaw (debbiep@texasbluebirdsociety.org)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Piney Wood Wildlife Society
Mercer Arboretum
Spring, Tx map location
Tuesday, 15 September 2009

Piney Wood Wildlife Society

Presenter: Linda Crum (linda@texasbluebirdsociety.org)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Woodlands Landscaping Solutions
ACE Environmental Company
8203 Millennium Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX 77381
Lakeview Camp and Conference Center
5128 FM66 Waxahachie, TX 75167 map location
Saturday, 08 August 2009

At the door, purchase chances for drawing of original bluebird oil painting by Mary Rabien, noted Texas artist. Tickets are $3 each or 10 for $15.

The Lakeview Camp and Conference Center is located 7 miles from Exit 399A on I 35E, toward Maypearl

Coordinator: Lysle Mockler (lbmockler@mac.com)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Texas Blueberry Festival
Nacogdoches
Saturday, 13 June 2009

“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.
Texas Blueberry Festival

Founder’s Day Festival*
Rockwall
Saturday, 30 May 2009

Co-Coordinator: Barb Ohlman (bohere@earthlink.net)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.
Founder’s Day Festival
*Need Co-coordinator. Contact pauline@texasbluebirdsociety.org

Texas Outdoor Woman Network
Austin
Tuesday, 26 May 2009

Presenter: Pauline Tom (pauline@texasbluebirdsociety.org)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.
Texas Outdoor Woman Network

7th Annual Summer Bluebird Symposium(6:00pm) May 17, 2009

Our annual meeting will be in conjunction with the Texas Parks & Wildlife EXPO. Participants may plan to visit the 2-day event and volunteer under the red, white and blue Texas Bluebird Society canopy.

Bluebird Festival
Wills Point
Saturday, 25 April 2009

Coordinator: Barb Ohlman (bohere@earthlink.net)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.
Bluebird Festival

Earth Day
The Woodlands
Saturday, 18 April 2009

Coordinator: Betsy Jones (batjones@consolidated.net) & Bill Griffith (wdgriffith@charter.net)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Earth Day
Bryan / CS
Saturday, 18 April 2009

Coordinator: David Gwin (dgwin@cstx.gove)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.
Earth Day

Pace Creek Garden's Spring Fling
Hemphill, TX
Saturday, 04 April 2009

Coordinator: Pauline Tom  (pauline@texasbluebirdsociety.org)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.
Pace Creek Garden District

Attracting Bluebirds
McCullough Jr. High School 3800 S. Panther Creek D
Thursday, 02 April 2009

Coordinator: Lucinda Valdes (lmvaldes@catw-tx.orgs)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Home_Garden Show
Waxahachie
Saturday, 28 March 2009

Coordinator: Lysle Mockler (lbmockler@mac.com)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Hideaway Lake Bird Club
Hideaway Lake Marina
Friday, 20 March 2009

Presenter: Linda Crum (linda@texasbluebirdsociety.org)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.
Special note: Marina is gated, email RSVP to terry.setser@sbcglobal.com for instructions

Redbud Festival
Buna
Saturday, 14 March 2009

Coordinator: Debbie Bradshaw (debbiep@texasbluebirdsociety.org)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.

Arbor Gate Nursery
Tomball
Friday, 20 February 2009

Presenter: Linda Crum (linda@texasbluebirdsociety.org)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership. Arbor Gate Nursery

Riverside Nature Center
Kerrville
Saturday, 31 January 2009

Presenter: LeAnn Sharp (leann@texasbluebirdsociety.org)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.
Riverside Nature Center

Big Country Wildlife Habitat Conference
Abilene
Saturday, 24 January 2009

Presenters: Brian and Judy Hetherington (heth76933@gmail.com)
Nestbox construction
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.
Registration form

Bastrop County Audubon
Bastrop
Tuesday, 20 January 2009

Presenter: Pauline Tom (pauline@texasbluebirdsociety.org)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.
Bastrop County Audubon

Golden Triangle Audubon
Beaumont
Thursday, 15 January 2009

Presenter: Jennifer Fleming (jennifer@texasbluebirdsociety.org)
“One Nestbox” offer will be available at this event – a free nestbox with the purchase of a $15 membership.
Golden Triangle Audubon

Bluebird Workshop with nestbox construction
Mason
Saturday, 11 October 2008

hosted by Texas Master Naturalist
Presenters: Brian and Judy Hetherington
For more info, contact Gayland Thorn rgthorn (at) hctc.net

TBS Annual Meeting & Dinner
332 Live Oak Drive, Mountain City
Friday, 03 October 2008

Coordinator: Pauline Tom, ptom5678@gmail.com

Texas Parks & Wildlife EXPO
Austin
Friday, 03 October 2008 - Saturday, 04 October 2008

"One Nestbox" Booth
Coordinator: Ann Thames, semahta@yahoo.com

6th Annual Summer Bluebird Symposium and Silent Auction
The Woodlands
8203 Millennium Forest, The Woodlands, TX map location
Saturday, 16 August 2008

July 1: Early Bird Registration deadline
Early Birds receive a 5 x 7 bluebird photo by Kathy Adams Clark
Registration form: 2008flier.pdf
Coordinator: Linda Crum, txorganicgardener@gmail.com or 281.292.4193

Photos and info: More on this event

Texas Blueberry Festival
Nacogdoches
Saturday, 14 June 2008

http://www.texasblueberryfestival.com/
"One Nestbox" Booth
Coordinator: Norm Shoemaker, otaybuckwheat@sbcglobal.net

Wills Point Bluebird Festival
Wills Point
Saturday, 26 April 2008

"One Nestbox" Booth Barb Ohlman, Coordinator - bohere@verizon.net

Nature Quest 2008 workshop
Hill Country Nature Center, Uvalde County (near Utopia)
Tuesday, 22 April 2008 - Wednesday, 23 April 2008 (1:15 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.)

LeAnn Sharp, presenter LeAnn@texasbluebirdsociety.org This is a Nature Quest 2008 workshop. Registration fee required.

Earth Day
College Station Veterans Park
Saturday, 19 April 2008 (10 a.m. - 3 p.m.)

"One Nestbox" Booth

David Gwin, Coordinator - dgwin@cstx.gov

Bastrop-Caldwell County WMA Wildlife Extravaganza
Smithville Riverbend Park
Saturday, 12 April 2008 (1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.)

“One Nestbox” Booth Pauline Tom, coordinator pauline@texasbluebirdsociety.org For information about the event, phone Meredith Longoria, 512.322.7280

Ellis County Lawn & Garden Expo
Waxahachie Civic Center
Saturday, 29 March 2008 (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

“One Nestbox” Booth Coordinator, Lysle Mockler lbmockler (at) mac.com

TPWD Wildlife Practices Management Workshop (Bastrop County and Caldwell County)
N/A
Monday, 25 February 2008

Pauline Tom, presenter pauline@texasbluebirdsociety.org For more information, phone Meredith Longoria, 512.332.7280

Utopia Garden Club
Utopia Methodist Church
Tuesday, 22 January 2008 (2:30 p.m.)

LeAnn Sharp , presenter - leann@friolodging.com For more information, phone 830.966.2320

TBS Annual Dinner & Auction
McKinney Falls State Park Dining Hall (Austin)
8203 Millennium Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX 77381 Saturday, 06 October 2007

Texas Parks & Wildlife EXPO
Austin
Saturday, 06 October 2007 - Sunday, 07 October 2007

To volunteer to work our booth, contact Ann Thames. semahta@yahoo.com or 979.278.3053.

About 40,000 visit this festival!

TBS Bluebird Symposium
Camp Chaparral, Wichita Falls
Saturday, 18 August 2007

Keith Kridler, featured speaker. Also, Denise Townsend and Laura Packer.

Early morning nature walk led by local birders. Optional tour of Wichita Falls Winery, just down the street.

For details or to donate an auction item, contact John Cys, 940.691.5702

Texas Blueberry Festival
Nacogdoches
Saturday, 09 June 2007

To volunteer to work our booth, contact Norm Shoemaker, sales@thriftyrubberstamp.com or 936-569-0480.

This will be our first year with a booth at this festival. We’re also a sponsor! Bluebirds & Blueberries in Deep East Texas!

Wills Point Bluebird Festival
Wills Point
Saturday, 14 April 2007

To volunteer to work our booth, contact Norm Shoemaker, sales@thriftyrubberstamp.com or 936-569-0480

This is our 6th year with a presence at this annual festival on the red brick streets of Wills Point (about an hour east of Dallas.)

All records from 2006 have been lost

Annual TBS Summer Bluebird Symposium
Ft. Worth Nature Center and Refuge
9601 Fossil Ridge Road, Ft. Worth, TX 76135 map location
Saturday, 20 August 2005 - Sunday, 21 August 2005 (9 a.m. to 4 p.m. )

Features Keith Kridler, who has 40 years experience bluebirding and is co-author of Bluebird Monitor's Guide.

Symposium also includes a silent auction with different auction items each day.

Optional bird watching walk from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Program starts at 10 a.m. Same program both days.

$10 for TBS members, $20 for non-TBS members (fee includes lunch).

To register and for more information, including driving directions, call "The Birdhouse" 817-444-8581. 

Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge, founded 1972, is located on 3,600 acres of native forest, prairie, and wetland habitats.

Visit:http://www.naturecenterfriends.org/ .

International Migratory Bird Day
Hornsby Bend
Saturday, 14 May 2005

The monthly Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory Bird Survey takes place this Saturday May 14 at Hornsby Bend.

Since the 14th is International Migratory Bird Day, the public is encouraged to participate on novice to expert teams. Come help count the many migrants moving through Hornsby Bend. Gather at 6:30 a.m. for light breakfast at Hornsby Bend in the Center for Environmental Research. Morning survey begins at 7 a.m. with tally at 11 a.m. Also from CER building, the afternoon survey is 4 p.m. to sundown.

May survey leader is Mikael Behrens - mobile phone: (512)431-9136. Participants can contact Mikael or just show up at 7am or 4pm.

The CER building is the first building at the entrance to Hornsby Bend. Location and Site map at www.hornsbybend.org .

Travis Audubon Society has organized a variety of IMB Day events in Austin. More info at http://www.travisaudubon.org/ .

BirdFest
Chappell Hill
Saturday, 30 April 2005 - Sunday, 01 May 2005

Offering membership/nestbox exchange.
Contact Ann Thames ( ann@texasbluebirdsociety.org ) to volunteer to help staff the booth.
For more information on the festival, visit www.chappellhillbirdfest.com.

Annual Wills Point Bluebird Festival
Wills Point
Saturday, 23 April 2005

Again this year the Texas Bluebird Society will have the center section just past the entrance to the festival.
We're in great need of help to staff our sales booth and our "One Nestbox" membership/nestbox exchange table, and chat with visitors. No experience necessary. To volunteer, email 
For more information Texas. LeAnn Sharp is presenting "Bluebirds and Other Cavity-Nesters" including a nestbox nature trail tour at the date and time listed above. More information and registration available at www.riofriolodging.com.

2005 Lawn and Garden Expo
Waxahachie Civic Center
Saturday, 19 March 2005

There are 3 main speakers. Neil Sperry will be speaking at 1:30 PM, on 10 Ways to Save Money, Time and Energy. Also, Lucy Harrell, author of, Ladies of the Garden, will be speaking at 9:30 on Companion Planting and Organic Gardening.
TBS Booth will offer membership/nestbox exchange. The Waxahachie Civic Center is located at I35E and 287. 
For details or to volunteer, contact Lysle Mockler at 972.435.6271 or lysle@texasbluebirdsociety.org .

Bluebirds in The Woodlands: one nest box at a time - with Mark Klym from Texas Parks & Wildlife
The Woodlands High School
3800 S. Panther Creek Dr., The Woodlands, TX map location
Thursday, 17 March 2005

Exquisitely beautiful and captivating creatures, Eastern bluebirds almost disappeared from our state until conservationists focused attention on their plight. Mark Klym from Texas Parks and Wildlife reveals bluebirds--their charming behaviors, nesting preferences and parenting skills. Learn what communities throughout Texas are doing to increase the number of bluebirds and how enthusiasts can provide for the enchanting creature in the home or school landscape.
Hosted at the McCullough Campus of The Woodlands High School, 3800 S. Panther Creek Dr., The Woodlands.

For information call 281.210.3900 or visit thewebsite.

Liberty County Horticulture Society
Liberty
Monday, 28 February 2005 (11:30 am)

Charles Post will present a program on bluebirds at the Liberty County Horticulture Society meeting at 11:30 am, February 28, at the Sam Houston Regional Library on Hwy 1011 (3 mi. north of Liberty off Hwy 146)

Texas Statewide Land Trust Conference
Marriott South - Austin
Thursday, 24 February 2005 - Friday, 25 February 2005

Texas Bluebird Society will offer membership/nestbox exchange to attendees at the conference. The conference features land trust movement leaders and 15 workshops about how to increase land conservation effectiveness.

Master Gardeners
Liberty County Extension Office
2103 Cos St., Liberty, TX map location
Thursday, 17 February 2005 (6:30 pm)

Charles Post will present a program on bluebirds at the Master Gardeners meeting at 6:30 pm, Feb. 17 in the Liberty County Extension office at 2103 Cos St. in Liberty.

MaBank Garden Club Meeting
Tri-County Library
132 Market Street MaBank, TX 23765

Central Texas Wildlife and Land Use Clinic
VFW Hall
Hwy 36, Cameron, TX map location
Tuesday, 15 February 2005 (8AM to 3:30PM)

TBS will have a booth at the Central Texas Wildlife and Land Use Clinic.
Lunch is provided with $10 registration.

TBS Annual Convention
Parrie Haynes Ranch
Ding Dong map location
Saturday, 30 October 2004

This annual "last Saturday in October" event is held each year somewhere in "Central Texas".
This year's location is the Parrie Hanes Ranch in Ding Dong. Ding Dong is located in Bell County, south of Killeen. It will be a full-day conference with a silent auction and raffles.

For more details about the event or to donate an item, contact Pauline Tom, 512.268.5678.

Featured speaker: June Osborne is a naturalist, freelance writer, columnist, and author living in Waco, Texas. Her books include The Cardinal and The Ruby-throated Hummingbird published by the University of Texas Press, I'd Rather Be Birding published by Texas A&M University Press, and her newly revised and updated, self-published Birder's Guide to Concan, Texas (and surrounding area). June's new book, I'd Rather Be Birding was chosen as a featured title for the Texas Book Festival, the most prestigious literary event in the Southwest. June is a regular contributor to WildBird magazine.

TP&W Expo
Austin
Saturday, 02 October 2004 - Sunday, 03 October 2004 (9:00am to 5:00pm)

For the 4th year, TBS will have a booth at the Texas Parks & Wildlife Expo in Austin. 50,000 are expected during the 2-day event.

Bluebird Symposium
House Pasture Restaurant meeting room
Concan map location
Saturday, 21 August 2004

This annual "3rd Saturday in August" event moves from region to region each year.

This year's location is in South Central Texas. It will be a full-day conference with a silent auction and nine optional field trips.

Featured speaker: June Osborne is a naturalist, freelance writer, columnist, and author living in Waco, Texas. Her books include The Cardinal and The Ruby-throated Hummingbird published by the University of Texas Press, I'd Rather Be Birding published by Texas A&M University Press, and her newly revised and updated, self-published Birder's Guide to Concan, Texas (and surrounding area). June's new book, I'd Rather Be Birding was chosen as a featured title for the Texas Book Festival, the most prestigious literary event in the Southwest. June is a regular contributor to WildBird magazine.

To donate an auction item, contact LeAnn Sharp (LeAnn@texasbluebirdsociety.org) or 830.966.2320.

27th NABS Convention
Ithaca, NY
Thursday, 08 July 2004 - Saturday, 10 July 2004

For more information see the North American Bluebird Society website

Cleburne Lawn & Garden Show
Cleburne Convention Center
Cleburne, TX map location
Saturday, 08 May 2004 (9:00am - 4:00pm)

TBS Booth will offer membership/nestbox exchange.
To volunteer to help with the booth, phone Lysle Mockler, 972.435.6271.

Sebastopol House May Day
Sequin
Saturday, 01 May 2004 (10:00am - 2:00pm)

TBS Booth, "One Nestbox" Membership/Nestbox exchange available.

To volunteer, phone Pauline, 512-268-5678.

Annual Wills Point Bluebird Festival
Wills Point
Saturday, 24 April 2004

This year the Texas Bluebird Society will have the center section just past the entrance to the festival.
Every hour on the hour from 9:00 - 4:00 we'll have a bluebird-related speaker.
From the bus stop at the far end of the street, TBS will lead the Bluebird Bus Tours to our trail at Lake Tawakoni State Park at 8:30, Noon and 3:30.
We're in great need of help to staff our sales booth, "One Nestbox" membership/nestbox exchange table, and chat with visitors. No experience necessary. To volunteer, phone Lysle Mockler, 972-435-6271.
For more information visit the Wills Point Bluebird Festival Association website .

BIRDING IN THE BIG THICKET FESTIVAL
Kountze
Saturday, 24 April 2004

Charles Post will speak at 2:30. Membership / Nestbox Exchange will be offered.

Earth Day Celebration
Riverside Nature Center in Kerrville
Kerrville, TX map location
Saturday, 24 April 2004 (8:00am - 4:00pm)

TBS Booth will offer membership/nestbox exchange.

Board of Directors Meeting
Kaufman
Friday, 23 April 2004 (5:00pm - 10pm)

Contact Pauline Tom 512-268-5678 or David Shiels 972-962-8112 for details.

Earth Day at Gladys Porter Zoo
Gladys Porter Zoo
Lufkin, TX map location
Sunday, 18 April 2004 (1:00pm - 5:00pm)

TBS Booth will offer membership/nestbox exchange.
Coordinators: Bill & Athena Petty

Nature Quest Bluebird Workshop
House Pasture Cattle Company
Concan, TX map location
Friday, 16 April 2004 (1:30pm - 5:00pm)

Led by Pauline Tom. "One Nestbox" membership/nestbox exchange available.
To help, contact Pauline, 512-268-5678.
For information and registration visit the Texas Hill Country River Region website .

Nature Quest Bluebird Workshop
House Pasture Cattle Company
Concan, TX map location
Wednesday, 14 April 2004 (1:30pm - 5:00pm)

Led by Pauline Tom. "One Nestbox" membership/nestbox exchange available.
To help, contact Pauline, 512-268-5678.
For information and registration visit the Texas Hill Country River Region website .

Ellis County Master Gardeners
N/A
Saturday, 20 March 2004

"One Nestbox" membership/nestbox exchange available. For details or to volunteer, contact Lysle Mockler 972-435-6271

Corpus Christi Audubon Outdoor
Museum of Science and History
Corpus Christi, TX map location
Tuesday, 09 March 2004 (6:45pm - 9:00pm)

Lee Hutchins, Speaker; membership/nestbox exchange available.

To help, phone Lee, 361-364-1651. Evening event. Membership/Nestbox exchange available.

For details or to volunteer, contact Bill Petty 936-639-2895.

Prairie & Timber Audubon
Heard Museum
Tuesday, 24 February 2004 (7:30pm to 9:00pm)

Doug Rohde, TBS Speaker.

For more information visit the Prairie & Timber Audubon website.

Annual Bluebird House Day
Sam Bell Maxey House State Historic Site
812 S. Church, Paris, TX map location
Saturday, 14 February 2004 (1:30 to 5:00 p.m)

For more information call: 903-785-5716

LCRA Riverside Center near Bastrop's Fisherman's Park
LCRA Riverside Center
Bastrop, TX map location
Saturday, 15 November 2003

Dick LeVasseur, keynote speaker. Special lodging rates at Holiday Inn Express 512-321-1900.

Gulf Coast Bluebird Symposium
Tyrrell Park
Beaumont, TX map location
Saturday, 16 August 2003

This is a joint venture with Golden Triangle Audubon Society Garden Center.

Feature speaker, Keith Kridler. This is TBS MidYear Event and it will move from one region to another each year.

Outdoors event at Boggy Creek
Lufkin
Saturday, 14 June 2003

Keith Kridler will lead sessions at the Women in the Outdoors event at Boggy Creek. For details, contact Nancy.

20th Century Club Event
Pittsburg (near Mt. Pleasant)
Friday, 16 May 2003

Keith Kridler will give program on bluebirds and other cavity nesters for the 20th Century Club.

Contact Mrs. Dick White in Pittsburg for details.

Bluebird Day
Winnsboro
Monday, 05 May 2003

B. James with the Winnsboro Police Department is hosting a "bluebird day" where up to 60 kids under the age of 9 will each build a nestbox and get to see the cavity nester program.

For more information call 903-342-3620.

Wills Point Bluebird Festival
Wills Point
Saturday, 26 April 2003

Texas Bluebird Society will provide an Information Room (with slide shows throughout the day) in the Chamber of Commerce building. Nestboxes will be sold at our booth that's located in the middle of the street just before the Chamber of Commerce building.

Hill Country River Region Nature Quest
N/A
Wednesday, 23 April 2003

N/A

Grand Opening of Coleman Park
Coleman Park
Sulphur Springs, TX map location
Friday, 11 April 2003

At Coleman park TBS partnered with a 5th grade class to install nestboxes.

There will be "bluebird trail" walking tours.

Sulphur Springs is half way between Dallas and Mt. Pleasant on I-30.

Rotary Club Event
N/A
Thursday, 03 April 2003

A noon hour bluebird/cavity nester program to the Rotary Club by Keith Kridler.

Wild Turkey Women in the outdoors event
North of Mt. Pleasant
Omaha, NE map location
Saturday, 29 March 2003

All day series of programs just north of Mt. Pleasant, in Omaha, NE. We will be building TBS nestboxes for 38>56 participants.

For more information contact Dorothy McCarver at 903-572-7529.

North American Bluebird Society Convention
Kearney, NE
Thursday, 20 March 2003 - Saturday, 22 March 2003

N/A

The Birdhouse, Azle
The Birdhouse
Azle, TX map location
Saturday, 15 March 2003 (11 a.m.)

Doug Rohde presents this year's bluebird seminar. Following the seminar, Doug will lead a tour of his bluebird trail in Highland Village (about an hour away).

San Antonio Audubon Society General Meeting
San Antonio
Thursday, 06 March 2003

Pauline Tom of the Texas Bluebird Society (TBS) will present "Bluebirding for Central Texans", including natural history, basic bluebird behavior, ways to attract bluebirds, monitoring techniques, and info on the Society. There will be a limited number of free nestboxes available in exchange for a TBS membership.

For more information contact Pauline Tom! tbs@texasbluebirdsociety.org

Nature Tourism and its Impact on the Community
Historic Train Depot Building
Mt. Vernon, TX map location
Thursday, 14 November 2002

Keith Kridler will present "Nature Tourism and its Impact on the Community" to City of Mt Vernon. It will include slides on nature, birds and daffodils.

The meeting will be held in the historic train depot building in downtown Mt. Vernon.

Contact Teresa Whims (903 537-4495) for more information.

Texas Wildlife Expo 2002
N/A
Tuesday, 05 November 2002 - Wednesday, 06 November 2002

Look for TBS in the Wildscapes tent.

Nestbox Building Workshop
Mount Pleasant High School
Mount Pleasant, TX map location
Wednesday, 23 October 2002

Keith Kridler will conduct a nestbox building workshop for the special education classes of Mount Pleasant High School.

Celebration of Texas Blues
N/A
Friday, 11 October 2002 - Saturday, 12 October 2002

See the flier for the event.

The Texas Bluebird Society Spring Event
Wills Point
Saturday, 20 April 2002

Beginning with field trip to Wills Point Bluebird Festival (festival bus tour will go to TBS Nestbox Trail at Lake Tawakoni). Symposium begins at Trail Dust Inn, Sulphur Springs, at 2:30.

Wills Point Bluebird Festival
Wills Point
Saturday, 20 April 2002

Bluebird Info Room at the Chamber of Commerce. The Texas Bluebird Society Team will be available to answer questions.

Mark Klym, Board Member and TP&W Information Specialist, will present 30-minute programs at 9, 10, 11, and 12.

Booth: Nextboxes, autographed copies of The Bluebird Monitors Guide and memberships will be sold. Prepaid orders for new TBS t-shirt, too!

The Birdhouse Event
The Birdhouse
Azle, TX map location
Saturday, 09 March 2002

Pauline Tom, President of the Texas Bluebird Society, will lead outdoor seminar. Admission is free. Bring lawn chair. Open to the public.

Call 817-444-8581 or see web site for more details.

Wild Bird Center
N/A
Saturday, 23 February 2002

A special appearance by Keith Kridler, co-author of The Bluebird Monitors Guide. Keith will be here at 2:00 p.m. and will do a slide presentation on Texas Cavity-Nesters and of course Bluebirds! Keith will have on display natural and manmade cavities that our Texas Cavity-Nesters prefer. Mounting poles, guards and other nestbox designs will be on display.

Bluebird Day
Sam Bell Maxey State Park
Saturday, 09 February 2002

The program varies a little from year to year, and includes an educational video, presentations by members of the Park Service and a workshop on constructing nestboxes. Turnout ranges from 15 to 50 people.

Huntsville Audubon Presentation
Huntsville
Saturday, 12 January 2002

Huntsville Audubon presentation by Mark Klym, TBS Board Member who provides bluebird management programs in his work for Texas Parks & Wildlife.

Nestbox Installation
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Wills Point, TX map location
Saturday, 15 December 2001

Nestboxes will be installed by Boy Scout Troop 332 led by David Shields, TBS Board Member.

Nest Box Installation
Sky Creek Ranch Golf Course
Keller, TX map location
Sunday, 04 November 2001 (1:00 p.m.)

N/A

Bluebird of Happiness
Keller
Sunday, 04 November 2001

The "Bluebird of Happiness" will be the focus of a slide presentation in Keller. Led by Keith Kridler, co-author of the The Bluebird Monitor's Guide.

Bluebird Box Building Workshop
Travis
Saturday, 03 November 2001

In conjunction with Travis Audubon Society.

Board of Directors Meeting
N/A
Thursday, 18 October 2001 - Friday, 19 October 2001

Board of Directors Meeting with some events including members various Central Texas locations.

Travis Audubon Program
Travis
Thursday, 18 October 2001 (7:00 p.m. )

Travis Audubon program (open to all).

TBS table open for purchase of memberships 7:30 p.m. Keith Kridler, TBS Vice-President.

Texas Wildlife Expo 2001
N/A
Saturday, 06 October 2001 - Sunday, 07 October 2001

N/A