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Dark Skies Disappearing

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Program Type:

Nature, STEAM

Age Group:

Teens (12+), Adults
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Program Description

Event Details

A local girl scout, Abby, is doing a workshop presentation for her gold award. The project aims to bring awareness to light pollution and educate students about how it affects our environment. Learn about astronomy, wildlife, and legislation facts. Participate in fun activities such as puzzles and games for a more immersive experience. Observe bird migration patterns and constellations in the night sky to see how animals navigate using the stars. 

Guest speakers include the President of Shenandoah University and the Shenandoah Astronomical Society. 

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Programs, events, and daily happenings sponsored by Handley Regional Library System may be photographed or recorded.  Attendance at any sponsored program, event or general library use constitutes the consent of all attendees and the consent of the parents or legal guardians of any minor children in attendance, to the future broadcast, publication, and other use of photography or videos at the sole direction of Handley Regional Library System.