Sharing the joy of birds and nature is at the core of everything we do at Wild Birds Unlimited of Alpharetta.

 

Additionally, we love playing an active role in the local community. We like to do this in a variety of ways by hosting educational presentations, having charity drives, donating to local causes, and offering local/Georgia made products. Our newest fun thing, we will be hosting local artists by providing a free space for them to have a Pop-Up shop outside our store on the weekends.

 

Here are some of the events we currently have scheduled. Please check back here or call the store to find out up-to--date scheduled events or changes.

 

Check back soon and often for up to date info on upcoming events!!

 

SAVE THE DATES!

ALL Ages welcome!

 

2025 Educational Events:

September

09/06/2025 @ 12pm – Mysteries of Migration with Melanie Furr
Migration is a fascinating and mysterious phenomenon that plays a critical role in the lives of roughly 40% of the world’s 11,000 bird species, many accomplishing staggering feats of flight during their annual journeys. Join Melanie Furr, a professional bird guide and licensed wildlife rehabilitator to learn more about bird migration, the hazards birds face, and ways we can help them on their journeys.

09/13/2025 @ 12pm – Blue Heron Nature Preserve
Please join us for a presentation from the Blue Heron Nature Preserve, located in the Buckhead area, and learn more about their mission to create a personal experience with nature through conservation, education, and arts.

09/14/2025 @ 4:30pm – Fall Bird Themed Paint-n-Sip
Local artist Katie Phillips – known for her vivid abstracts, colorful florals, charming birds, and inviting landscapes. Katie will be guiding us for a new Fall Themed after-hours Paint & Sip event at Wild Birds Unlimited of Alpharetta. This cozy gathering is limited to just 15 guests, $40 per person painting. Bring your own sips and snacks to enjoy during the event (and share if you like)! This is a paid class, you pay Katie directly through the link, the cost covers your art supplies. (Tips after are not required but graciously appreciated.)
— Here's the link to the class and a pic of the painting.
https://www.katiephillipsart.com/product-page/9-14-paint-sip-wild-birds-unlimited
MORE CLASSES BEFORE THE END OF THE YEAR TBD

October

10/04/2025 @ 2pm – Vicky Smith, The “Bat” Lady: Batty for Bats
In case you missed her in April, or maybe you’re coming back, because you too are ‘batty for bats!’ All about Georgia bats and their nocturnal role. Learn all about the importance of these fantastic nocturnal winged crusaders! Bats play an essential role in pest control, pollinating plants, and dispersing seeds. There will be live bats for an up-close photo op!

 

10/10/2025 @ 6pm – Robert Hayes – Earth Quest
Cocktails with a condor!
A member from EarthQuest is traveling through Georgia, with Storm, the Andean condor plus at least 4 other birds of prey and offered to stop by to give us a show!
The Andean condor is one of the largest flying birds in the world and is generally considered to be the largest bird of prey in the world. Storm was hand raised, therefore unable to live in the wild. She has been doing educational programs for over 25 years, showing off her incredible 10.5' wingspan! She is a significant sight to see for sure!

10/18/2025 @ 1pm – Bob Myers – Local Author
Bob Meyers is also an award-winning author and photographer with a passion for capturing history and nature through words and images. Meyers currently writes a weekly local history column for Appen Media and lives in Georgia with his wife Linda, near their two daughters and three grandchildren.
His books are:
Celebrating Backyard Birds
This coffee table book offers a visual journey into the lives of 40 bird species, blending stunning photography with engaging stories and informative sidebars. Designed for bird lovers of all levels, it invites readers to slow down, observe, and appreciate the feathered wonders in their own backyards. Rather than a field guide, it’s an inspiring celebration of the beauty and character of everyday birds.

Barns of Old Milton County
In this richly illustrated volume, Meyers documents 50 barns across the Georgia countryside, from historic structures that anchor the past to newer barns and equestrian facilities that may one day be considered treasures. Featuring more than 200 photographs, the book highlights the resilience, history, and craftsmanship of barns as enduring symbols of American heritage.

 

10/25/2025 @ 12-4pm – Hold an Owl experience with Hawk Talk
Hold an Owl Experience! This is family friendly, there are both adult and kid sized gloves to be worn.
For just $10 per owl, you can hold and take a photo with one or both of the two owls.
When: Time slots available at 12:00, 12:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, and 3:30.
Availability: 15 spots per half-hour (8 time slots total).
RSVP required.

 

November

11/01/2025 @ 12pm – Sarah Hawkins, Intro to Wild Mushrooms
Anyone can forage for mushrooms: You just need to learn how. Join us for a presentation by Sarah Hawkins about ethical foraging practices, the law, general guidelines and how to identify edible mushrooms. Edible mushrooms grow nearly year-round in Georgia. All of them must be cooked thoroughly because some, including morels, are poisonous if eaten raw.
Sarah Hawkins is an avid forager from the Appalachian Foothills with a love for edible and medicinal wilds. She is a licensed wild mushroom identification specialist and is certified in nine eastern states, including Georgia. Sarah is passionate about passing on her knowledge of wild mushrooms, sharing foraging skills and tips, as well as teaching on the many benefits of foraging.

 

December

 

12/06/2025 @ 12pm – Dunwoody Nature Center, Georgia Reptiles
An hour long talk with some scaly animal ambassadors and how to help or reptile friends through the long cold winter days and nights.

 

 

Share your JOY of birds with those closest to you!

Bird feeding is a wonderful way to connect with nature right in your own backyard!

We have a great new way for you to share your love of your backyard birds with friends and family!

Next time you come in, ask for one of our Refer-A-Friend or Family Member postcards. Fill in your name in the “referred by” line and give it to a friend or family member. When they come in with that postcard and we add them in our system as a new Daily Savings Club (DSC) member, we will make a note on your account, and you will get a FREE 5lb bag of our No-Mess NM (our most popular seed blend) the next time you come in!

Other ways to earn discounts & FREE bird food!

Write us a review on Google, Facebook, Nextdoor, and/or Yelp. Next time you come in, show us your review for $5 off your purchase! Did you write us a review and post it on Google and Facebook (or any other combination of 2 sites)? That’s $10 off your next purchase! Did you post it on 3 sites? That's $15 off! Post a review on all 4 sites and you get a FREE 10lb bag of No-Mess – that's a value of over $30 off!
Like/Follow us on Facebook and/or Instagram and get $5 off your next purchase, Like/Follow us on both, that's $10 off!

Combo! Leave reviews on 4 different sites, Like AND Follow us on BOTH Facebook and Instagram, you get a FREE 20lb bag of No-Mess!

After your next visit to our store, take our 5-minute survey to let us know how we did and get a coupon sent straight to your email!

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