Presidio News - El Polín Celebration, Butterfly Guide, New Exhibit and Film Night

Having trouble viewing this email? View the web-based version. Issue: June 7, 2012 FEATURED A Month of Celebrations at El Polín Spring Nestled within the Presidio's largest watershed is El Polin Spring, a birdwatching paradise and a place to connect with the Presidio's early history. This recently revitalized gem is formally unveiled to the community this month with walks, talks, and family events - including two bilingual (Spanish/English) tours. Join us for guided adventures, a community volunteer day, or even a chance to enjoy a picnic with your family on the new benches. RSVP requested for the events. See you there! See the Activities and Events » EXHIBIT New Reasons to See Before the Bridge A slate of special programs now complements the new exhibition Before the Bridge: Sight and Sound at the Golden Gate. Join a sing-along of sea chanteys and sailor songs, learn about the bay's lighthouses and coastal guns, or get a high-tech briefing on the effort to map the sea floor beneath the bridge. There's also a guided tour with exhibit curator Dr. Randolph Delehanty every first Saturday of the month. Curious about the exhibit? Watch a short video produced by KTVU news. Then see for yourself! See the New Exhibit Special Programs >> NATURE Thompson Reach Butterfly Guide The Presidio’s varied habitats attract 29 distinct butterfly species, each thriving in a particular niche, from wetlands to grassy meadows. A known “hot spot” for sighting these winged beauties is the recently restored Thompson Reach area, near the Presidio Y on the Main Post. The Presidio Trust has published a new guide to help you identify species commonly seen near the creek, from the Fiery Skipper to the West Coast Lady. Grab your binoculars! Get the Guide >> UPCOMING EVENTS Saturday, June 9, 10 OR 11:30 am Family Create with Nature Day at El Polin Thursday, June 14, 5 pm Botanical Tour of the Watershed Saturday, June 16, 10 OR 11 am El Polin Discovery for Families Saturday, June 16, 2 pm Bilingual History Walking Tour at El Polin Wednesday, June 27, 11 am San Francisco's Birthday Thursday, June 28, 7 pm Fort Ross Series: General Vallejo's Legacy Friday, June 29, Noon Pasados del Presidio: Fun for Kids Wednesday, July 11, Noon Presidio Shuttle Tour OUTDOOR FILM Bridge on the Big Screen: Superman Saturday, June 9, Music + Food at 6 pm, Film at 8:30 pm Before catching the classic film, enjoy Off the Grid food trucks and music with players from the Whiskey Family Band. Bring a blanket or low lawn chair. Get Details » ART Michael Kenna Photo Exhibit at Arion Press Through August 31, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm The exhibit shows photographs from the “Jefferson in Paris” series, work done in 2011 for the book Thomas Jefferson’s Paris Walks. Read More »

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