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Black Walnuts: Biodiversity, Food and Forest Connections

2026-09-23 17:30:00 2026-09-23 19:30:00 America/New_York Black Walnuts: Biodiversity, Food and Forest Connections Join KFPL and the Kingston’s Neighbourhood Climate Action Champions and for an interactive exploration of the fascinating black walnut tree and its role in our ecosystem. Isabel Turner Branch - Maple

Wednesday, September 23
5:30pm - 7:30pm

Join KFPL and the Kingston’s Neighbourhood Climate Action Champions and for an interactive exploration of the fascinating black walnut tree and its role in our ecosystem.

This year's theme for Kingston's National Tree Day celebration is the Black Walnut, our neighbour who provides tremendous ecological value. Black Walnut trees support biodiversity by serving as host plants for more than 100 species of butterflies and moths, including the beautiful Luna moth. We will discuss how these trees contribute to healthy wildlife populations and why native tree species are so important to local ecosystems.

Guest Speakers: Little Forests Kingston and Portsmouth Urban Forager 

The presentation will explore the many human uses of black walnuts, from their nutritious edible nuts to the natural dyes and tannins derived from their husks. Participants will have the opportunity to shell and sample black walnuts during the program. 

Discover how one remarkable tree connects biodiversity, food and forests.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Interests & Lifelong Learning | Climate and Sustainability |

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Isabel Turner Branch

Phone: 613-549-8888

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