December Newsletter
Dec 17, 2015
2015 has been a busy year, and with things coming to a close we have much to celebrate! We have a very special Christmas Celebration this year and are delighted to announce the Merry Melanesian Wing-Ding!
Upcoming Events
The Merry Melanesian Wing-Ding
Tuesday Dec 29th, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Iris Griffith Centre
To kick things off, we are delighted to have Dr. Rand Rudland giving his talk about the Birds, Mammals, and Culture of Melanesia. Dr. Rudland is a physician hailing from Halfmoon Bay who has spent his recent years aboard the Spirit of Enderby, touring the tropical archipelago of Melanesia. His off-duty visits to some of the more remote islands have allowed him to experience the unique culture and natural history of the area, and to understand the effects of globalization and climate change on the small islands.
Dr. Rudland’s talk will cover his experiences exploring the dense rainforest and coastal marine ecosystems, from birds to fish, and reptiles to mammals. Be prepared to step into a new world of exotic beauty!
Following the talk, there will be a post-Christmas Potluck Dinner, accompanied by entertainment from our very own Harbour Ukulele Band, and the inimitable Joe Stanton with his guitar.
To celebrate the occasion of Dr. Rudland’s visit, the theme will be tropical – please feel free to dress in exotic costumes and coconuts!
So get our your brightly coloured apparel and dancing shoes and prepare yourselves for the Merry Melanesian Wing-Ding!
The perfect antidote to the excesses of the holiday season, and a good way to get into the party mood for the New Year!
2016 Lagoon Society Memberships
As 2015 comes to a close, the time has come to renew your membership with the Lagoon Society - or to become a brand new member! Memberships are now valid for one calendar year, and as such previous members must renew their memberships in January.
Fortunately, registration is now easier than ever through our brand new - and completely secure - online form, which allows you to pay online. You can also print off the downloadable PDF available on our website, or fill in a form with us at the EarthFair Store.
Memberships also make a unique and thoughtful Christmas gift for your loved ones!
Visit our Become a Member page for full details on how you and your family can become members of the Lagoon Society.
Give Us a HUG!
Thinking of another way to contribute to the Lagoon Society in the new year? As part of our new HUG (Help Us Grow) Campaign, we have just introduced a new selection of HUG Mugs and HUG Rugs (blankets) for you to choose from, available now at the EarthFair Store. The mugs are perfect for a warm cup of tea in the mornings, and the blankets are excellent for snuggling up with indoors and out - they come with a convenient carry case for picnicking!
By purchasing an Individual or Family Membership in store, you automatically receive a HUG Mug as a thank you for your generous contribution.
Shannon from the EarthFair Store models our brand new HUG Rugs! Perfect for picnicking or cozying up with a book from the EarthFair Store.