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Going Green: 3 Environmental Programs Coming Up This Spring

Spring is right around the corner, which means warmer temps and greenery are returning soon. At the Library, we're getting into the spirit of the season with these upcoming programs:

 

Rachel Carson, author of Silent SpringRachel Carson and the Birth of the Modern Ecology Movement

Saturday, March 4, 2017
2:00-3:30pm, Auditorium
Rachel Carson—marine biologist, conservationist, one of the best nature writers of the 20th century—comes to life at the Library! Award-winning actress and scholar Leslie Goddard will portray Carson as she discusses her childhood love of the living world. This event is being cosponsored by the Friends of the Library.
 
 

Fresh documentary poster

Fresh - Documentary & Discussion

Monday, March 13, 2017
7:00-9:00pm, Auditorium
Do you know how your food is produced? Join us to watch a free screening of Fresh, a documentary that outlines our current food system, explores ways to produce healthy and organic food, and celebrates the people who are reinventing our food system. Northbrook Farmers Market president Dale Duda will discuss the role of Northbrook’s market as part of a healthy food system in a short talk and Q & A following the film. This event is being cosponsored by the Northbrook Farmers Market.
 
 

Art by Alisa Singer

The Art of Climate Change

Thursday, April 13, 2017
7:00-8:30pm, Pollak Room
Science and art come together in this discussion of climate change, hosted by local artist Alisa Singer and Loyola professor Nancy Tuchman.

 

Have our upcoming events inspired you to learn more? Our Green Team has plenty of book recommendations, green living ideas, and more on their blog!