Yes, we now have a Wild Birds Unlimited in Santa Monica! or right on the border.  Wild Birds Unlimited is a backyard bird feeding and nature specialty store that specializes in bringing people and nature together with high-quality bird feeding and nature products, expert advice, and educational events.  The new store is located at 12433 Wilshire Blvd. across from Armstrong Garden Center.  (Free parking in back.)  Please visit www.wbu.com/santamonica Wild Birds Unlimited owner Julie Hanson invites members and friends of Santa Monica Bay Audubon to the first education event on May 20th:

Hummingbird Rescue and Rehabilitation with Dr. Teresa Micco  Sunday, May 20th from 10am – 11am Hear about Dr. Teresa Micco’s work rescuing and rehabilitating hummingbirds in the Los Angeles area.  Dr. Micco is a Veterinarian at Point Vicente Animal Hospital in Rancho Palos Verdes and has been involved in conservation, rehabilitation, and aviculture for many years.  Dr. Micco has also worked with Terry Mesear, author of “Fastest Things on Wings.  Copies of her Terry’s book will available for purchase.