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BATS: Munchkins of the Night Sky

Thursday, October 3rd • 7:15 PM • Tyvola Senior Center

Photo by Katherine Etchison, NCWC

October is the month of ghosts, goblins, pumpkins and of course bats. But what do you really know bats. Come, join us at our October meeting when Melody Wilkes will unveil the myths and mysteries about the world of bats. Learn about the different types of bats and their benefits. Feel a simulated bat wing and see real mounted bats. Find out why bats are so important to tropical rainforests, the medical field and agriculture.

Founder of the North Carolina environmental science K-12 outreach, A Walk in the Woods, Melody is an accomplished educator and advocate for bats. She will bring a variety of display and hands-on materials. Even if you have some reservations about bats this program should be fascinating and enlightening.

So, flap on over to the Tyvola Senior Center (2225 Tyvola Rd.), Thursday, October 3rd. Refreshments will begin at 6:45 PM with the program starting at 7:15 PM. Unfortunately, due to the nature of this program we will not be able to record it.

Mecklenburg Audubon has partnered with Wing Haven to present as series of lectures about birds and bird watching. These once a month lectures (September - February) will touch on a variety of topics that will help you enjoy our feathered friends. Topics will range from tips on backyard bird feeding, and raptors to bird anatomy. Profits from these lectures will be shared by both organization. As a MAS member you are entitle to register as a member of the gardens.