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It's a Night Thing: How Dispelling the Dark Alters our World

Part of Nurturing Nature, a Natural Habitat Evanston Series

2024-02-13 18:30:00 2024-02-13 19:30:00 America/Chicago It's a Night Thing: How Dispelling the Dark Alters our World Register for the event using the "Register to Attend Online" button or come in person (no registration necessary) to Rotary International at One Rotary Center, 1560 Sherman Ave, Evanston. Robert Crown Branch Library -

Tuesday, February 13
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-02-13 18:30:00 2024-02-13 19:30:00 America/Chicago It's a Night Thing: How Dispelling the Dark Alters our World Register for the event using the "Register to Attend Online" button or come in person (no registration necessary) to Rotary International at One Rotary Center, 1560 Sherman Ave, Evanston. Robert Crown Branch Library -

Register for the event using the "Register to Attend Online" button or come in person (no registration necessary) to Rotary International at One Rotary Center, 1560 Sherman Ave, Evanston.

Join Rotary International, Natural Habitat Evanston, and EPL as Ken Walczak, Senior Manager at the Adler Planetarium, discusses the many impacts of light pollution.

Register for the event using the "Register to Attend Online" button or come in person (no registration necessary) to Rotary International at One Rotary Center, 1560 Sherman Ave, Evanston. Free parking available* at the building (access via Grove) and on the street. Take elevators up to 3rd floor to access auditorium.

Artificial lighting has chased away the dark with devastating effects on insects, birds, humans, and other species.  Fireflies simply stop blinking rather than compete with lights, giving up their breeding success for our artificial lights. With Ken Walczak of Adler Planetarium and DarkSky Chicago, learn about the dark skies movement, ways to bring back the dark, and if brighter is really safer.  Could Evanston become a dark skies city?


Ken Walczak is the Senior Manager of Far Horizons at the Adler Planetarium - a scientific research and engineering program engaging students, volunteers and the public in hands-on, participatory exploration.
He has helped design and implement instruments for light pollution research from the ground and the stratosphere. He has coauthored numerous papers on the subject. He helped lead the designation of the world’s largest Urban Night Sky Place - the Palos Preserves - southwest of Chicago.

He owned a lighting and furniture design company, studied photography and filmmaking, and is an accomplished
science and astronomy communicator. He is also a board member of DarkSky International and helped
cofound the local DarkSky Chicago chapter.

What is Natural Habitat Evanston's Nurturing Nature Series?

Join us on a year-long exploration of Chicagoland's ecosystems with the "Nurturing Nature” speaker series, organized and curated by Natural Habitat Evanston.  This journey isn't just about marveling at nature; it's about understanding our changing environment and actions we can take to enhance our urban environment and our own health, enjoyment and place in it.

Each presentation shares a piece of this unfolding story, and you can be a part of it. Register for the events that catch your interest. Explore topics from our nighttime skies to the challenges faced by urban wildlife. From tales of butterflies and dragonflies to insights into the future of mosquito control amid climate change.

About Natural Habitat Evanston

Natural Habitat Evanston is an all-volunteer community group of about 900 members, spreading the word on creating habitat for insects, birds, and other wildlife.  Their aim is to change the culture of lawns, while they plant a lot of native trees and shrubs. NHE's Pollinator Pledge is a central focus of their outreach and education.

About Rotary International

Rotary International and the Rotary International Staff Green Committee are proud to co-sponsor this event.

Rotary is a global network of 1.4 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.

Through our environment area of focus, we are committed to supporting activities that strengthen the conservation and protection of natural resources, advance ecological sustainability, and foster harmony between communities and the environment. We empower communities to access grants and other resources, embrace local solutions, and spur innovation in an effort to address the causes and reduce the effects of climate change and environmental degradation.

*Free parking available in the One Rotary Center parking garage (entrance on Grove Street, just east of the train viaduct).

  • Please enter using the RIGHT lane, press the blue button to open the gate, take ticket from the dispenser with you.
  • Drive up to levels 3, 4, or 5 and park ONLY in spots labeled “ROTARY.”
  • Bring the ticket inside with you for collection at the event (there will be a box/basket for the tickets near the auditorium)
  • Garage gates will be opened for exiting at the event’s conclusion.
     

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Environment and Ecology |

TAGS: | Nurturing Nature |

Robert Crown Branch Library

Phone: (847) 448-8101
Branch manager
Yolande Wilburn, Executive Director

Hours
Mon, Sep 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 20 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 21 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Sep 22 12:00PM to 6:00PM

About the branch

 

The City of Evanston is committed to promoting a Citywide culture of accessibility and inclusivity. To request an accommodation for a program, service, or activity, please call 847-866-2919 to make an ADA service request or fill out a request form online.

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Main Library - Barbara Friedberg Storytelling Room (104)
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Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

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Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

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Main Library - Library Board Room (406),Zoom Main 2 (Virtual)

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Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107),Zoom Main 1 (Virtual)

Wed, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Temperance Beer Co.
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Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

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Zoom - a link will be sent after you register
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Main Library

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Main Library - Zoom Main 2 (Virtual)

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zoom - a link will be sent after you register
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The Loft (Teen Space)

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Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

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Robert Crown Community Center - Room B

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Main Library - Lobby

Sat, Sep 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Barbara Friedberg Storytelling Room (104)

Sat, Sep 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library

Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107),Small Meeting Room (108)

Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Robert Crown Community Ctr, 1801 Main St., Evanston, IL 60202 - Rms B-C (on the main floor to the left)

Sun, Sep 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room

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Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

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Main Library

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Main Library

Mon, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:40am
Main Library - Barbara Friedberg Storytelling Room (104)

Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

Mon, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Lobby

Mon, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Falcon Room (303)
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Mon, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Main Library

Mon, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library

Tue, Sep 24, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Tue, Sep 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New venue Robert Crown Community Center - B & C

Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Barbara Friedberg Storytelling Room (104)

Tue, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107),Small Meeting Room (108)

Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

Tue, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Falcon Room (303)

Tue, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

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Main Library

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Main Library - Zoom Main 2 (Virtual)

Wed, Sep 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Wed, Sep 25, 1:30pm - 2:10pm
Main Library - Barbara Friedberg Storytelling Room (104)
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Main Library - Small Meeting Room (108)

Thu, Sep 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Thu, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room
This event is full

Thu, Sep 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Zoom - a link will be sent after you register

Thu, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Zoom Main 2 (Virtual)

Thu, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
zoom - a link will be sent after you register

Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Falcon Room (303)

Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library

Fri, Sep 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Fri, Sep 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Senior Levy Center

Sun, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Robert Crown Center - Robert Crown Center Room B/C

Mon, Sep 30, All day
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Main Library

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Robert Crown Branch Library

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Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Mon, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:40am
Main Library - Barbara Friedberg Storytelling Room (104)

Mon, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

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Main Library

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Main Library

Tue, Oct 01, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Barbara Friedberg Storytelling Room (104)

Tue, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Falcon Room (303)

Tue, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Zoom Main 1 (Virtual)

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Evanston Corner Bistro

Wed, Oct 02, 1:30pm - 2:10pm
Main Library - Barbara Friedberg Storytelling Room (104)
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Wed, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Wed, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Zoom Main 1 (Virtual)

Thu, Oct 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Thu, Oct 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Zoom - a link will be sent after you register

Thu, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

Thu, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Zoom Main 2 (Virtual)

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zoom - a link will be sent after you register

Thu, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - The Loft

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Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Fri, Oct 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Robert Crown Center - Room B

Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Mon, Oct 07, All day
Main Library

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Robert Crown Branch Library

Mon, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Mon, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

Mon, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Mon, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library

Mon, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Main Library - Zoom Main 1 (Virtual)

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Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

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Main Library - Lobby

Tue, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - The Loft

Tue, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Library Board Room (406),Zoom Main 1 (Virtual)

Wed, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 3:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Wed, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Falcon Room (303)

Wed, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Illinois Libraries Present - Virtual

Thu, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Robert Crown Community Center, 1801 Main St, Evanston, IL 60201 - Rms B-C

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Zoom - a link will be sent after you register

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Main Library - Zoom Main 2 (Virtual)

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Main Library - Zoom Main 1 (Virtual)

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zoom - a link will be sent after you register

Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - The Loft

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Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

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Main Library - Children's Room

Fri, Oct 11, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Fri, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - The Loft

Fri, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

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Main Library - Children's Room

Fri, Oct 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Robert Crown Center - Room B/C

Sat, Oct 12, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Robert Crown Branch Library

Sat, Oct 12, 12:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Falcon Room (303)
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Sat, Oct 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Sun, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
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Sun, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

Sun, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Booked, 506 Main Street

Mon, Oct 14, All day
Main Library

Mon, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Robert Crown Branch Library

Mon, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Mon, Oct 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

Mon, Oct 14, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Mon, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Main Library - Zoom Main 1 (Virtual)

Mon, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
New venue Main Library - Small Meeting Room (108)

Mon, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

Tue, Oct 15, All day
Robert Crown Branch Library

Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Tue, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Wed, Oct 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Small Meeting Room (108)
This event is full

Wed, Oct 16, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Falcon Room (303)

Wed, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
New venue Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Wed, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

Wed, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Library Board Room (406),Zoom Main 2 (Virtual)

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library

Wed, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107),Zoom Main 1 (Virtual)

Rescheduled
Wed, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Wednesday, October 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Temperance Beer Co

Thu, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Robert Crown Branch Library - Robert Crown Multipurpose Room

Thu, Oct 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Zoom - a link will be sent after you register

Thu, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Zoom Main 2 (Virtual)

Thu, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
zoom - a link will be sent after you register

Thu, Oct 17, 4:10pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Registration opens Thursday, September 19 2024 at 5:00pm

Thu, Oct 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Loft (Teen Space)

Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)

Fri, Oct 18, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Community Meeting Room (107)