ADAMS, Mass. —This Adams Free Library will host a presentation by Wingmasters "New England Birds of Prey" for children ages six and up, on Wednesday, June 28 at 11:00 a.m. 

 

Wingmasters will bring five live birds of prey to the library, and explain predation, the birds place at the top of the food web, their different hunting adaptations and their status in a rapidly changing world. Because many birds are declining in numbers, this presentation also features one or more of the endangered raptors that they care for, and explains why these species face an uncertain future. 

 

This presentation is designed strictly for ages 6 and up.  Registration is required for this event (413)743-8345.

 

Julie Anne Collier and Jim Parks are both licensed raptor rehabilitators based in Massachusetts. Together they care for injured birds of prey. Most of the birds they rehabilitate can ultimately be released back into the wild, but in some cases the birds are left permanently handicapped. Julie and Jim are further licensed to provide a home for these nonreleasable raptors, and to use them for educational programs. Since 1994 Wingmasters has presented over 5,000 programs at schools, libraries and museums throughout New England.

 

"Find Your Voice!" is sponsored by the Adams Free Library, the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

 

This program is supported in part by a grant from the Cultural Council of Northern Berkshire, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. Additional funding provided by the Friends of the Adams Free Library.

 

Families and children ages six and up are invited to register to attend this event (413)743-835. An adult must accompany children under 8 years of age. Library events are free and open to the public. Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Adams Free Library.