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SUMMARY:Purple Martin House Raising
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Purple Martin House‑Raising Celebration!\nIn partnership with the Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society \nWe’re thrilled to announce a special community event at our Creekside Collaborative Partners site in the heart of Parma: the installation and raising of a brand‑new Purple Martin house! \nPurple Martins—beautiful\, acrobatic songbirds—have experienced population declines due to habitat loss and competition from invasive species. East of the Rocky Mountains\, these birds depend almost entirely on human‑provided housing\, making our community’s involvement especially meaningful. \nCome celebrate the opening of our Purple Martin home\, learn why these birds are so unique\, and take part in fun\, hands-on activities for all ages! \nWhat to Expect\nEducational Talk\nA guest speaker from the Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society will share fascinating insights about Purple Martins\, their migration\, and how communities like ours can support local bird populations. \nRaffle: Gourd Nest Box Preparation\nEnter for the chance to get a Gourd Nest Box cleaned\, nest material placed\, and ready to hang as part of the Purple Martin housing system. \nCrafts & Kid‑Friendly Fun\nOrigami\, coloring sheets\, word searches\, and more—perfect activities for young nature lovers. \nThe Main Event: House Raising Ceremony\nWatch as we officially raise the Purple Martin house and take a community step toward supporting native wildlife. \nWarm Drinks Provided\nEnjoy complimentary hot tea and coffee while you mingle with fellow nature enthusiasts. \nEvent Details\nWhen: March 29\, 2026\nTime: 1:00–2:30 PM \nRain Date: April 12\, 2026 \n\n\n    Get Tickets
URL:https://westcreek.org/event/purple-martin-house-raising/
LOCATION:Creekside Collaborative Partners\, 7000 Randolph Dr\, Parma\, OH\, OH\, 44129\, United States
CATEGORIES:Creekside Collaborative Partners,General Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Creek Conservancy":MAILTO:info@westcreek.org
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