The Catherine Violet Hubbard Animal Sanctuary has special events planned in April. Details follow.

On Sunday, April 7, the sanctuary will host a free screening of the film Reasons For Hope at Edmond Town Hall Theatre, 45 Main Street.

The screening will begin at 3:30 and is being done in celebration of Jane Goodall’s 90th birthday on April 3.

Drawing on decades of work by the world’s most famous living ethologist and environmentalist, Reasons for Hope is an uplifting journey around the globe to highlight good news stories that will inspire people to make a difference in the world around them.

Featured stories such as the Northern Bald Ibis’ migration over the Alps, the re-introduction of the American Bison by the Blackfeet Nation, the worldwide recognized Sudbury Regreening Story, Arizona’s leadership in renewable energy and inspiring youth-led initiatives involved in Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots align with historic footage of Goodall’s beginnings as a chimpanzee researcher.

The film also reinforces Goodall’s four pillars of hope that signal tremendous hope for the future: the amazing human intellect, the resilience of nature, the power and dedication of young people, and the indomitable human spirit.

The trailer can be viewed at reasonsforhope-movie.com/

No registration or tickets necessary for the free event. Seating is first come, first serve.

Amazing Amphibians & Radical Reptiles

Another free event is planned for the afternoon of Friday, April 12, this time in the gymnasium of Edmond Town Hall.

“Amazing Amphibians & Radical Reptiles,” suitable for all ages, will be presented from 4 to 5 pm.

Amphibians and reptiles might seem similar but these two distinct classes have striking differences. From their skin and texture to their environment and habits, guests will be amazed at how these animals adapt in the natural world.

Together, attendees will learn how to listen and identify native amphibians by their calls, discover some really radical reptiles, and explore what makes these creatures so unique. Meet an African bullfrog, Tiger salamander, and White’s Tree Frog, distant cousins to native amphibians here in Connecticut.

Registration is requested and additional information is available at cvhfoundation.org/events/

Spring Bird Exploration

Looking for a sure sign of spring? Readers are invited to join Ken Elkins, director of the CT Audubon Coastal Center, at the CVH Animal Sanctuary, 8 Commerce Road, on Thursday, April 18, for “The Courtship Flight of the American Woodcock.”

Experience the amazing upward spiral courtship flight as the male cuts loose to perform his mating ritual to impress the female.

This event requires standing still in the dark, listening for the bird call, and watching aerial flight. It is suitable for ages 8 and above, and all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Those planning to attend should dress appropriately for early spring weather, hiking/snow/mud boots, hats, gloves, hand warmers, etc, and bring a flashlight or headlamp.

The event will run 7:15-8:30 pm. Wind or heavy precipitation will postpone the event to the rain date of April 19.

Cost is $20 per person and registration is required.

Learn more at cvhfoundation.org/events.

For The Llove Of Llamas

Sometimes it’s hard to tell who smiles more at the sanctuary’s Llove Of Llamas events, the llamas or the people who meet them. After all, who couldn’t fall in love with these incredible creatures?

The next opportunity to meet and interact with miniature Argentinian, Bolivian, Chilean and Peruvian llamas is scheduled for Saturday, April 27, 12:30-3 pm (rain date April 28), at the sanctuary.

Cost is $20 per family and registration is requested.

Rowanwood Farm will discuss the many variations of llamas as well as their origins, fiber types, and patterns. Guests will see how llamas are highly intelligent and social animals with excellent survival skills, how their thick coats allow them to thrive in cool climates, and their gentle humming allows them to communicate with their herd.

Attendees will also be encouraged to take some time to be creative and have fun at the Llama Craft Booth.