Learn About Bats: The Winged Wonders

Bill Memorial Presents Bats: Winged Wonders on Saturday, November 14, at 1 PM. Maureen Heidtmann, a licensed wildlife rehabilitator, will give an overview of bats of the world, with an emphasis on our local species. She will cover the persisting misconceptions about these fascinating creatures, the many roles they play to ensure a healthy planet, the perils they face, and what we can do to help. First graders to adults are welcome.
This program is free, but attendance is limited and registration is required. Follow this link, https://tinyurl.com/5y5k54et, or call the library at 860-445-0392 to register.
Heidtmann has worked exclusively with bats for more than 20 years. She holds a Master Wildlife Conservationist Certificate and a permit from the USDA to keep non-releasable bats for educational purposes. Over the years, she has presented programs for children and adults at libraries, schools, nature centers and botanical gardens.