Explore a diverse range of opportunities, from webinars hosted by our project experts to engaging volunteer events like rain garden plantings or cleanups—there’s something for everyone! Don’t forget to check this page regularly for updates. Discover the festivals and gatherings where we’ll have a presence, contribute to our cause through fundraisers, and stay tuned for upcoming workshops and collaborative projects.
Volunteer Tree Planting at Dana Dam Removal Site – Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. – Wilton, CT
Come plant a tree (or shrub) at the Dana Dam Removal site! Join Save the Sound, Trout Unlimited, Town of Wilton, and other partners as we restore native vegetation for fish and wildlife along the Norwalk River at Wilton’s Merwin Meadows Park. If we have extra hands and time, we may also clear invasive plants from the project area. Sign up to volunteer here!
Hold Down the Ropes for Climate Action – May 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Hartford, CT
The CT Coalition for Climate Action is comprised of environmental advocates, health experts, labor and municipal representatives who are vigorously advocating for updates to our state’s climate law, the Global Warming Solutions Act, and for increased investment in energy efficiency and renewable, clean energy programs. “Holding the ropes” means standing behind the designated rope areas at the State Capitol and asking legislators whom are exiting or entering the Senate or House chambers to support your cause. Throughout the 2024 legislative session, we welcome activists to “hold the ropes” with us at the State Capitol whilst lawmakers are in their respective sessions. Learn more and sign up here.
Bridgeport Water Quality Summit – Wednesday, May 1, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Bridgeport, CT
Join us to learn about water quality in Black Rock Harbor. You’ll hear from Peter Linderoth, Save the Sound’s director of water quality, and students from the Bridgeport Regional Science and Technology Education Center; Lauren Mappa, Bridgeport Water Pollution Control Authority’s general manager, and the design team from CDM Smith; as well as Nicole Davis, Save the Sound’s watersheds project manager, along with students who recently participated in a local bioswale siting project. This event is free for everyone and open to the public! Register here.
Vanderbilt Museum: A Lecture on Ecology and Advocacy – Thursday, May 2, at 7 p.m. – Centerport, NY
Join conservationists Bill Lucey and Louise Harrison of Save the Sound for a lecture on Long Island Sound’s ecology and advocacy at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum on May 2, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Bill Lucey, Long Island Soundkeeper, brings over two decades of experience in marine life conservation, addressing pollution issues and advocating for ecosystem health. Louise Harrison, Long Island Natural Areas Manager, is a leader in protecting open space. They’ll discuss projects like Plum Island Preservation and Sunken Meadow Salt Marsh Restoration. Learn how you can contribute to a sustainable future for the region. Register here.
Reconnecting Rivers: Dana Dam Removal Celebration – Saturday, May 4, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Wilton, CT
Join us at Merwin Meadows Park on Saturday, May 4, to commemorate a significant milestone in ecological restoration! Save the Sound, Trout Unlimited, and the Town of Wilton invite you to celebrate the removal of Dana Dam, marking the restoration and reconnection of over 10 miles of river habitat. Please RSVP here.
Jennings Beach Cleanup – Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. – Fairfield, CT
Sponsored by HMTX Industries
Help protect the environment by removing trash from our coastline! Volunteer with Save the Sound and HMTX Industries for a cleanup at Jennings Beach in Fairfield, CT. In addition to cleaning the beach, Save the Sound can use the data you collect to influence laws that reduce pollution at the source. Sign up here.
Long Island Coastal Cleanup – Friday, May 17, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Kings Park, NY
Help protect the environment by removing trash from our coastline! Volunteer with Save the Sound cleanup at Sunken Meadows State Park in Kings Park, NY. In addition to cleaning the beach, Save the Sound can use the data you collect to influence laws that reduce pollution at the source. Sign up here.
World Fish Migration Day: The Migration Celebration – Tuesday, May 21, from 3 to 7:30 p.m. – Windsor, CT
Join The Nature Conservancy and other members of the Long Island Sound River Restoration Network (RRN) to celebrate World Fish Migration Day, a day dedicated to migratory fish and their role in our ecosystems. The afternoon will include a river walk, a social and networking free flow period, the premiere screening of “Reconnected: Restoring the Rivers of Long Island Sound,” and a panel discussion with the experts and advocates. You may register for each activity separately.
The Long Island Sound River Restoration Network (RRN) is a group of environmental conservation organizations working to restore stream connectivity across Connecticut and New York including The Nature Conservancy, Save the Sound, Housatonic Valley Association, Farmington River Watershed Association, Trout Unlimited, Connecticut River Conservancy, American Rivers and Seatuck Environmental Association.
This event is made possible with support from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the Lower Farmington and Salmon Wild & Scenic, and Northwest Park.
Register Here
Six Lakes Community Meeting – Tuesday, May 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. – Hamden, CT
Join us for the second annual Six Lakes Community Meeting! On Tuesday, May 21, CT DEEP will be presenting the results of Olin Corporation’s testing of the Six Lakes property, and discussing next steps in the cleanup process. The community meeting will take place at Thornton Wilder Auditorium at Miller Memorial Library in Hamden, CT. Learn more.
Event FAQ
How do I watch the recording of a previous webinar, panel, or discussion?
You can view recordings of our previous events in our virtual archive.
I would like to volunteer. How do I sign up?
Thank you for your interest! Click here to learn more.
How do I become a member of Save the Sound?
For just $25 a year, you’ll fuel on-the-ground projects that help your neighborhoods and ecosystems adapt to escalated climate threats, protect your clean water through hands-on science, community collaboration, legislative advocacy, and legal action, and preserve your region’s threatened forests, islands, and riverfronts. Become a member here.
I have a question about an event. Who should I contact?
Please contact Amanda James at ajames@savethesound.org or 203-787-0646 ext. 130.
