The Wildlands Conservancy’s Community and Educational Events for May have been announced.

Most of the events are offered to the public free of charge; others at a low fee.

May 3: You & Me at Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary: Habitat Heroes 9:30-11 a.m. at Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary, 3701 Orchid Place, Emmaus. “You & Me” is a program designed for children aged 3-5 and their grown-ups. This month: Meet some native wildlife and earn the title of habitat hero and receive your own wildlife warrior badge. There is a fee; please register on line.

For more information, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/you-me-at-dorothy-rider-pool-wildlife-sanctuary-habitat-heroes/.

May 5: Party with the Frogs, 6-7:30 p.m. at Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary. A unique way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, share in the joy of finding and learning about the frogs found in our many ponds. There is a fee; register on line.

For more information, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/party-with-the-frogs/.

May 7: Wildlands Conservancy: Felted Birdhouses with Artist Mallory Zondag 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary, 3701 Orchid Place, Emmaus. Learn the ancient and awesome art of wet felting during this 4-hour adult workshop. Using wool, hot water, soap and the power of your own body you will learn how to transform wool into a cozy bird house.

Instructor is Mallory Zondag Mixed Media Fiber artist and artist educator. There is a fee of $30; please register online.

For more information, contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. To register, visit https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/felted-birdhouses-with-artist-mallory-zondag/.

May 9: Wildlands Conservancy: Dr. Doug Tallamy – Nature’s Best Hope 7-9 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Allentown, 3232 Tilghman St., Allentown. Tallamy, a professor and chair of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware, will talk about simple ways that we can enhance biodiversity in our own backyards.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please register on line. Contact Brandon Swayser bswayser@wildlandspa.org or 610-965-4397 ext. 136. For more information, visit: https://www.wildlandspa.org/event/doug-tallamy-natures-best-hope/.