Calendar of Events
Olivia Rodham Memorial Library
The Life and Times of New Hampshire’s Black Bears
Dive into the natural history of Ursus americanus — the American black bear — with Harris Center naturalist Susie Spikol. Learn how these beautiful bruins survive and reproduce, explore their unique adaptations and behaviors, and come away with tips and tricks for co-existence.
Utterly Otters
Join naturalist Susie Spikol for a lively talk on the largest member of the weasel family in New England: the bounding, sliding, swimming, charismatic otter!
The Prickly Truth of Porcupine Courtship
Join Harris Center naturalist Susie Spikol for a lively discussion on the unusual courtship habits of the North American porcupine. Get in the Valentine’s Day mood early by learning how male porcupines dance their way into the hearts of their mates!
Santa’s Magic Mushroom: A Look at the Role of the Fly Agaric Mushroom in the Mythology of Santa
Join naturalist Susie Spikol to discover the fascinating link between the divine soma mushroom and the origins of jolly old Saint Nick!
