Broward Chapter of Broward Chapter of North American Butterfly Association Newsletter

Dear Members and Friends of the Broward County Butterfly Chapter of N.A.B.A.

This month's meeting is Thursday, May 8, at 7 p.m. at the Broward County Extension Service Building, 3245 College Avenue, Davie, Florida, USA 33314, (954) 370-3725. The Extension Building is on the West side of College Avenue just opposite the sign for the Florida Atlantic University campus North of BCC's main entrance.

Our guest speaker this month is Mr. Todd Henry-DeJesus presenting "Butterflies of South Florida with Fantastic Photos!" as preparation for our 4th of July Counts on June 14th and July 12th. Todd, who works for the City of Coconut Creek as their Planning Projects Coordinator, is a Master Gardener and has designed many butterfly gardens for Broward County Schools. He recently spoke to the new class of National Wildlife Habitat Stewards. His presentation will include some fantastic butterfly photographs and the host and nectar plants they are attracted to.

Join us for a social time between 6:30 pm and 7 pm with coffee and refreshments. You can meet and chat with us while checking out the arriving plants at the raffle table. This is the most opportune time to purchase raffle tickets from Sandy Fernandes at $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00. There will be a brief business meeting and our evening's presentation will begin at 7:15.

At last month's meeting, Ms. Sandy Koi, one of our chapter's butterfly experts, presented Migrating Butterflies through Florida. Sandy's presentation was so impressive based upon her very in-depth research. We all learned new details about the flying patterns of butterflies, the reasons for their treks, the times of year and directions they fly. She noted new research findings which indicate there is an increase in longevity of migrating butterflies VS previous estimates of their lifespan.

We have not reached the total of 12 shirts to place the order. If you would like to purchase a chapter polo shirt, please make sure to bring a check. If we don't have the required number, we will have to return the previously placed orders/checks and wait until later on in the year.

Following the presentation, we will have our Plant Raffle. Have any extra plants? Bring them along for the plant raffle. Please label plants with common and botanical names and use as a host or nectar plant. The raffle is the club's source of income and we appreciate all efforts to make it a success.

Upcoming Meetings:

May 8th, Todd Henry-DeJesus, "Butterflies of South Florida" with FANTASTIC PHOTOS!"

May 15th, Board Meeting at Whole Foods Market, Plantation, 7:00; all welcome to attend: please come and share your ideas.

June-NO MEETING

July -NO MEETING

August 14th-Meeting Speaker/Topic TBA

Events Calendar and Misc. Info:

April Events:

Spring Seasonal Butterfly Counts April 5 & 12. Thank you to all of the observers.

April 26, BCBC Booth at Plantation Green Day, 10am-2pm-Liberty Park. To Volunteer contact Barbara 954-599-1082

May 10 and/or May 17 Field Trip to Sue Arnold's Wildlife Refuge and Butterfly Garden Haven: bring plants to donate in lieu of admission fees.

June 14 & July 12 4th of July Butterfly Counts-sign up at meeting or contact Barbara DeWitt-954-599-1082

Hope to see you at the meeting!