8 Community Events Celebrating Shared Spaces Through Education and Community Events The Town of Devon is proud to proclaim May 10, 2025, as World Migratory Bird Day, aligning with this year’s global theme: “Shared Spaces: Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Towns.” Devon Council formally recognized the day through proclamation at Devon’s Apr. 28, 2025, Council Meeting, reaffirming Devon’s commitment to supporting biodiversity and protecting wildlife habitats. Since the 1970s, North America has lost over two billion birds due to habitat loss and other human-related factors. World Migratory Bird Day is an international campaign that aims to raise awareness of the threats faced by migratory birds and highlight the importance of preserving the habitats that sustain them throughout their journeys. "Birds are vital to healthy ecosystems, and their decline is a signal for all of us to take action," said Mayor Craddock. "By recognizing World Migratory Bird Day, we’re promoting community engagement and encouraging practices that help create more bird-friendly environments right here in Devon." To celebrate, the Town of Devon has partnered with the Devon Public Library and Devon Nature Club to host a series of free, bird-themed events for residents of all ages: May 6: Bird-Themed After School Adventure (Grades K–5) 📍 Devon Public Library | 🕓 4:00 – 5:00 PM May 7: Bird-Themed Family Storytime Adventure (Ages 11 & under) 📍 Devon Public Library | 🕘 9:00 – 10:00 AM May 10: Film Screening: "Call of the Forest" 📍 Devon Public Library | 🕐 1:00 – 3:00 PM May 17: Bird Walk & Talk 🚶♀️ Meet at Devon Lions Campground Gazebo | 🕗 8:00 AM Residents are encouraged to participate, learn more about local bird species, and explore ways to make our community safer and more sustainable for birds and other wildlife Share Print