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SUMMARY:Welcome Back Monarchs Day
DESCRIPTION:Riviera Utilities is inviting the community to celebrate the return of one of nature’s most remarkable travelers during its first-ever Welcome Back Monarch Day\, taking place Saturday\, May 9\, 2026\, from 9 to 10 a.m. in Foley.\n\nDesigned to educate and inspire\, the event highlights the annual migration of monarch butterflies while encouraging residents to take part in protecting native pollinators and plant species essential to the Gulf Coast ecosystem.\n\nThe morning will begin at the Foley Civic Center (407 E. Laurel Ave.) with a presentation from Carmen Flammini\, an agent with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System\, who will share insights on monarch migration and how native pollinator gardens play a vital role in sustaining these iconic butterflies.\n\nFollowing the presentation\, attendees will “migrate” next door to the Riviera Utilities Native Pollinator Garden (413 E. Laurel Ave.) for guided tours and a milkweed plant and seed giveaway—providing participants with the tools to create pollinator-friendly spaces at home.\n\nChildren and families can also enjoy hands-on crafts and activities hosted by the Foley Public Library at both locations\, making the event an engaging experience for all ages. Complimentary water and light snacks will be available.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Riviera Utilities is inviting the community to celebrate the return of one of nature’s most remarkable travelers during its first-ever Welcome Back Monarch Day\, taking place Saturday\, May 9\, 2026\, from 9 to 10 a.m. in Foley.\n\nDesigned to educate and inspire\, the event highlights the annual migration of monarch butterflies while encouraging residents to take part in protecting native pollinators and plant species essential to the Gulf Coast ecosystem.\n\nThe morning will begin at the Foley Civic Center (407 E. Laurel Ave.) with a presentation from Carmen Flammini\, an agent with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System\, who will share insights on monarch migration and how native pollinator gardens play a vital role in sustaining these iconic butterflies.\n\nFollowing the presentation\, attendees will “migrate” next door to the Riviera Utilities Native Pollinator Garden (413 E. Laurel Ave.) for guided tours and a milkweed plant and seed giveaway—providing participants with the tools to create pollinator-friendly spaces at home.\n\nChildren and families can also enjoy hands-on crafts and activities hosted by the Foley Public Library at both locations\, making the event an engaging experience for all ages. Complimentary water and light snacks will be available.
LOCATION:407 E Laurel Avenue Foley AL 36535
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DTSTAMP:20260420T175428Z
URL:https://businesshub.southbaldwinchamber.com/chamber-events/Details/welcome-back-monarchs-day-1698663?sourceTypeId=Hub
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