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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T190000
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SUMMARY:Climate and Human Civilization Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:CLIMATE AND HUMAN CIVILIZATION: Eleventh annual series of lectures for the general public on climate change. Professors will team up with students to present the latest information on climate change and its effects on our lives and future. From 7 to 8 p.m. in Room 219 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. For information\, email Dr. Mitch Wagener at wagenerm@wcsu.edu. \nUpcoming schedule: \nMonday\, 3/23: The Ethics and Economics of Human Survival\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Lindsay Kirkness \nTuesday\, 3/31: The Political Economy and Geopolitics of Climate Change\nDr. Jayson Funke \nTuesday\, 4/7: Reimagining Public Transportation\nDr. Rotua Lumbantobing with multiple students \nTuesday\, 4/14: The Hidden Harms of Our Tech World\nDr. Anna Malavisi with student Kate Jackson \nWednesday\, 4/22: The Calm Before the Swarm: Mosquitoes in a Changing Climate\nDr. Zach Popkin-Hall with student Terrence Spofford
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/climate-and-human-civilization-lecture-series-12/
LOCATION:Science Building 219\, 181 White St.\, Danbury
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191258
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T150642Z
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SUMMARY:Climate and Human Civilization Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:CLIMATE AND HUMAN CIVILIZATION: Eleventh annual series of lectures for the general public on climate change. Professors will team up with students to present the latest information on climate change and its effects on our lives and future. From 7 to 8 p.m. in Room 219 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. For information\, email Dr. Mitch Wagener at wagenerm@wcsu.edu. \nUpcoming schedule: \nMonday\, 3/23: The Ethics and Economics of Human Survival\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Lindsay Kirkness \nTuesday\, 3/31: The Political Economy and Geopolitics of Climate Change\nDr. Jayson Funke \nTuesday\, 4/7: Reimagining Public Transportation\nDr. Rotua Lumbantobing with multiple students \nTuesday\, 4/14: The Hidden Harms of Our Tech World\nDr. Anna Malavisi with student Kate Jackson \nWednesday\, 4/22: The Calm Before the Swarm: Mosquitoes in a Changing Climate\nDr. Zach Popkin-Hall with student Terrence Spofford
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/climate-and-human-civilization-lecture-series-11/
LOCATION:Science Building 219\, 181 White St.\, Danbury
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191258
CREATED:20250909T193314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T193314Z
UID:10071906-1765026000-1765029600@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Fall 2025 Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:FALL PLANETARIUM SHOW: The Biology Department at Western Connecticut State University is hosting Fall Planetarium Shows at the WCSU Westside Campus Observatory\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury. \nThe planetarium shows will be held on: \nSaturday\, Sept. 20\, at 1 p.m.: Autumn Skies (A Tour of the Autumn Night Sky)\nSaturday\, Oct. 25\, at 1 p.m.: Halloween Skies (Reimagining the Constellations as Halloween Characters)\nSaturday\, Nov. 15\, at 1 p.m.: Fall Stars and Meteors (Get Ready for the Leonid Meteor Shower)\nSaturday\, Dec. 6\, at 1 p.m.: Winter Light (Stars and Symbols of the Winter Solstice) \nLink to register below:\nhttps://wcsutickets.regfox.com/wcsu-planetarium-shows-fall-2025
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/fall-2025-planetarium-show/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Observatory and Planetarium\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Public Events,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191258
CREATED:20250916T132110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T140009Z
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SUMMARY:Fall 2025 Regional Lake Communities Symposium
DESCRIPTION:FALL 2025 REGIONAL LAKE COMMUNITIES SYMPOSIUM: Management Issues of Connecticut Lakes. A Fall Science at Night seminar series for the public\, students and scientists interested in local lake conservation and management. Based on the conversation started in 2019 -24\, stakeholders this year will discuss Lake Management topics that impact our regional lakes. \nThe event is virtual and free\, but registration is required: https://westconn.tfaforms.net/217. From 7 to 9 p.m. \n“The Jefferson Project” \n7 p.m. – Larry Marsicano\, Brawley Consulting Group LLC.\, WCSU Limnology Instructor\, will introduce the topic and speakers. \n7:05 p.m. –Anthony P. Praino\, WCSU Atmospheric and Climate Sciences Adjunct “ An Overview of the Jefferson Project.” \n7:50 p.m. – Questions from Audience \n8:00 p.m. – Vincent Moriarty\, Senior Research Scientist\, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute\, “Jefferson Project and HABS.” \n8:45 p.m. – Questions from Audience \n8:55 p.m. – Theodora Pinou\, Western Connecticut State University\, Professor of Biology. Closing remarks and next steps.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/fall-2025-regional-lake-communities-symposium-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Panel discussion,Public Events,Science,Speaker,Virtual event,WOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20251112T155445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T160157Z
UID:10072681-1763647200-1763650800@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Walk the Solar System
DESCRIPTION:WALK THE SOLAR SYSTEM: Walk the length of the solar system from the Science Building to the Honors House and learn interesting information about the star system we call home! From 2 to 3 p.m. at the Science Building on the Midtown campus.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/walk-the-solar-system/
LOCATION:Science Building\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="WCSU Astronomy Club":MAILTO:wcsuastro@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20251104T140301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T140302Z
UID:10071905-1763211600-1763215200@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Fall 2025 Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:FALL PLANETARIUM SHOW: The Biology Department at Western Connecticut State University is hosting Fall Planetarium Shows at the WCSU Westside Campus Observatory\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury. \nThe planetarium shows will be held on: \nSaturday\, Sept. 20\, at 1 p.m.: Autumn Skies (A Tour of the Autumn Night Sky)\nSaturday\, Oct. 25\, at 1 p.m.: Halloween Skies (Reimagining the Constellations as Halloween Characters)\nSaturday\, Nov. 15\, at 1 p.m.: Fall Stars and Meteors (Get Ready for the Leonid Meteor Shower)\nSaturday\, Dec. 6\, at 1 p.m.: Winter Light (Stars and Symbols of the Winter Solstice) \nLink to register below:\nhttps://wcsutickets.regfox.com/wcsu-planetarium-shows-fall-2025
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/fall-2025-planetarium-show-2/
LOCATION:Observatory and Planetarium\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Public Events,Science
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251116
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20251107T200903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T201926Z
UID:10072671-1763164800-1763251199@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Mystic Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:MYSTIC AQUARIUM: Join PAC for our Mystic Aquarium event happening on Saturday\, Nov. 15\, from 1-4 p.m. \nRegarding transportation\, the shuttle will arrive at the Midtown Student Center at 10:15 a.m. and will leave for the Westside Campus Center at 10:30 a.m. The shuttle will arrive at Westside at 10:45 a.m. and then will be leaving with the students at 11 a.m. to Mystic Aquarium. We will be departing from Mystic at 4 p.m. and the students will be dropped off by the shuttle first at the Westside Campus Center and then to the Midtown Students Center. Only 55 people can attend this event and 10 out of the 55 can be a guest the student can bring with them outside of the school. Tickets will be $10 per student and $15 per guest. We will not be providing food at this event\, so we therefore encourage you to bring money to buy food and merch at the gift shop inside the aquarium. Please refer to the link to get your ticket to see Mystic with PAC: https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/pac-mystic-trip
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/mystic-aquarium/
LOCATION:Off-campus Trip
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Health And Wellness,Outdoor,PAC,Public Events,Science,Social Event,Transportation,Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Program Activities Council (PAC)":MAILTO:walkere@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20250919T161008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T143020Z
UID:10072006-1763053200-1763058600@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:The Snake Doctor - The Herpetological Life Work of Herndon Dowling\, Jr.
DESCRIPTION:THE SNAKE DOCTOR – THE HERPETOLOGICAL LIFE WORK OF HERNDON DOWLING\, JR.: The Student Veterans Organization\, Biology Department\, Department of Art and the Haas Library/WCSU Archives will present the exhibit\, “The Snake Doctor – The Herpetological Life Work of Herndon Dowling\, Jr.\,” at an Opening Reception at 5 p.m. in the Haas Library Atrium on the Midtown campus. There will be a presentation at 5:30 p.m.\, followed by refreshments. \nTo RSVP\, go to https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/herndon-dowling-presentation- \n \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/the-snake-doctor-the-herpetological-life-work-of-herndon-dowling-jr/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Science,Speaker,WOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20250916T131923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T133859Z
UID:10071977-1762196400-1762203600@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Fall 2025 Regional Lake Communities Symposium
DESCRIPTION:FALL 2025 REGIONAL LAKE COMMUNITIES SYMPOSIUM: Management Issues of Connecticut Lakes. A Fall Science at Night seminar series for the public\, students and scientists interested in local lake conservation and management. Based on the conversation started in 2019 -24\, stakeholders this year will discuss Lake Management topics that impact our regional lakes. \nThe event is virtual and free\, but registration is required: https://westconn.tfaforms.net/217. From 7 to 9 p.m. \n“Volunteers Help Assess Connecticut Fisheries” \n7 p.m. – Larry Marsicano\, Brawley Consulting Group LLC.\, WCSU Limnology Instructor\, will introduce the topic and speaker. \n7:05 p.m. – Meghan Lally\, Environmental Analyst III\, CT DEEP\, “An Introduction to PFAS and what our lake fish can tell us about the presence of PFAS in our water.” \n7:30 p.m. – Questions from Audience \n7:40 p.m. – Mike Beauchene\, Supervising Fisheries Biologist\, Bureau of Natural Resources/Fisheries Division\, CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection\, “The Trophy Fish Award Program and Fish Management in Connecticut.” \n8:05 p.m. – Questions from Audience \n8:15 p.m. – Andrew Ransom\, Fisheries Biologist\, CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection\, Fisheries Division\, Trail Cameras and Anglers help evaluate the status of fisheries in CT. \n8:40 p.m. – Questions from Audience
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/fall-2025-regional-lake-communities-symposium-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Panel discussion,Public Events,Science,Speaker,Virtual event,WOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20250909T193314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T193314Z
UID:10071904-1761397200-1761400800@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Fall 2025 Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:FALL PLANETARIUM SHOW: The Biology Department at Western Connecticut State University is hosting Fall Planetarium Shows at the WCSU Westside Campus Observatory\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury. \nThe planetarium shows will be held on: \nSaturday\, Sept. 20\, at 1 p.m.: Autumn Skies (A Tour of the Autumn Night Sky)\nSaturday\, Oct. 25\, at 1 p.m.: Halloween Skies (Reimagining the Constellations as Halloween Characters)\nSaturday\, Nov. 15\, at 1 p.m.: Fall Stars and Meteors (Get Ready for the Leonid Meteor Shower)\nSaturday\, Dec. 6\, at 1 p.m.: Winter Light (Stars and Symbols of the Winter Solstice) \nLink to register below:\nhttps://wcsutickets.regfox.com/wcsu-planetarium-shows-fall-2025
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/fall-2025-planetarium-show/2025-10-25/
LOCATION:Observatory and Planetarium\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Public Events,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20250916T134146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T134219Z
UID:10071979-1760637600-1760641200@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:The Ecology and History of Stone Walls in Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:THE ECOLOGY AND HISTORY OF STONE WALLS IN CONNECTICUT: Professor of Biology Dr. Mitch Wagener will discuss “The Ecology and History of Stone Walls in Connecticut” at 6 p.m. on the second floor of the New Milford Public Library\, 24 Main St.\, New Milford. \nThe public is invited; reservations are required at https://newmilfordlibrary.org/.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/the-ecology-and-history-of-stone-walls-in-connecticut/
LOCATION:New Milford Public Library\, 24 Main St.\, New Milford\, CT
CATEGORIES:Public Events,Science,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20250916T130348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T130348Z
UID:10071976-1759777200-1759784400@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Fall 2025 Regional Lake Communities Symposium
DESCRIPTION:FALL 2025 REGIONAL LAKE COMMUNITIES SYMPOSIUM: Management Issues of Connecticut Lakes. A Fall Science at Night seminar series for the public\, students and scientists interested in local lake conservation and management. Based on the conversation started in 2019 -24\, stakeholders this year will discuss Lake Management topics that impact our regional lakes. \nThe event is virtual and free\, but registration is required: https://westconn.tfaforms.net/217. From 7 to 9 p.m. \n“Monitoring Water Quality in Our Lakes” \n7 p.m. – Larry Marsicano\, Brawley Consulting Group LLC.\, WCSU Limnology Instructor\, Welcome address and speaker introduction. \n7:10 p.m. – James Fischer\, Connecticut Federation of Lakes. Connecticut Federation of Lakes (CFL)\, a statewide organization dedicated to protecting and enhancing Connecticut’s lakes for recreation\, ecology\, and local communities. “A Voice for Our Lakes” \n7:20 p.m. – Mary Becker\, Supervising Environmental Analyst\, Water Monitoring and Assessment Program\, CT DEEP\, and Melissa Czarnowski\, Volunteer Monitoring Coordinator\, Water Monitoring and Assessment Program\, CT DEEP. “Connecticut Lake Watch Volunteer Program & Web-Based Lake Reporting Application” \n7:50 p.m. – Questions to speakers from audience and discussion \n8 p.m. – Volunteer Monitoring Experiences. Four lake communities that have integrated volunteer lake monitoring into their lake management \nJeff Arpin\, Amston Lake Association \nKeith Suchy\, Alexander Lake Association \nPeter Neely\, Twin Lakes Association \nHenry Moore\, Woodridge Lake Property Owners Association \n8:45 p.m. – Questions to speakers from audience and discussion
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/fall-2025-regional-lake-communities-symposium/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Panel discussion,Public Events,Science,Speaker,Virtual event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20250923T190120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T131031Z
UID:10072026-1759514400-1759521600@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:International Observe the Moon Night
DESCRIPTION:INTERNATIONAL OBSERVE THE MOON NIGHT: The WCSU Astronomy Club is hosting fun\, moon-related educational activities and moon viewing with telescopes and binoculars as part of International Observe the Moon Night. This special event is open to the public and is being held from 6 to 8 p.m. outside Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus. Please register at https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/astronomy-club-moon-viewing-event-.  Learn about the history of Lunar geography and exploration\, while using binoculars and telescopes to see the moon up close. Bring your own telescope or binoculars if you want!
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/international-observe-the-moon-night/
LOCATION:Berkshire Hall\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Outdoor,Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="WCSU Astronomy Club":MAILTO:wcsuastro@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20250909T193314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T193314Z
UID:10071903-1758373200-1758376800@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Fall 2025 Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:FALL PLANETARIUM SHOW: The Biology Department at Western Connecticut State University is hosting Fall Planetarium Shows at the WCSU Westside Campus Observatory\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury. \nThe planetarium shows will be held on: \nSaturday\, Sept. 20\, at 1 p.m.: Autumn Skies (A Tour of the Autumn Night Sky)\nSaturday\, Oct. 25\, at 1 p.m.: Halloween Skies (Reimagining the Constellations as Halloween Characters)\nSaturday\, Nov. 15\, at 1 p.m.: Fall Stars and Meteors (Get Ready for the Leonid Meteor Shower)\nSaturday\, Dec. 6\, at 1 p.m.: Winter Light (Stars and Symbols of the Winter Solstice) \nLink to register below:\nhttps://wcsutickets.regfox.com/wcsu-planetarium-shows-fall-2025
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/fall-2025-planetarium-show/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Observatory and Planetarium\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Public Events,Science
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2024/06/WCSU-Observatory-Planetarium-exterior-image-2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20250131T182455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T122257Z
UID:10070879-1746784800-1746797400@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Western Research Day
DESCRIPTION:WESTERN RESEARCH DAY: Western Research Day\, an annual event where WCSU undergraduate and graduate students officially present their research and other creative projects\, will be held on Friday\, May 9\, and the public is invited to attend to learn from this scholarship and hear the keynote speaker. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Science Building on the Midtown campus. Awards will be presented to students receiving the highest score for their work and presentations. The public is invited. \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/western-research-day-3/
LOCATION:Science Building\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Conference,Exhibition,Lectures,Public Events,Science,Speaker,WOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20250311T131817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T163830Z
UID:10071055-1745348400-1745352000@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Climate and Human Civilization Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:CLIMATE AND HUMAN CIVILIZATION: 10th annual series of lectures for the general public on climate change. Professors at WCSU will team up with students to present the latest information on climate change and its effects on our lives and future. From 7 to 8 p.m. in Room 219 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. For information\, email Dr. Mitch Wagener at wagenerm@wcsu.edu. \nUpcoming schedule: \nTuesday\, 3/25: Climate History Part I\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Alison O’Malley \nTuesday\, 4/1: Climate History Part II\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Milo Dutch \nTuesday\, 4/8: Cyanobacteria in a Warming World\nDr. Ed Wong with student Christian Mollica \nTuesday\, 4/15: The Role of Waste Pickers in Addressing the Global Climate Crisis\nDr. Christine Hegel-Cantarella with student Vitoria Vieira \nTuesday\, 4/22: Some Inconvenient Truths\nDr. Anna Malavisi with student Sara Risko
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/climate-and-human-civilization-lecture-series-10/
LOCATION:Science Building 219\, 181 White St.\, Danbury
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20250311T131752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T163719Z
UID:10071054-1744743600-1744747200@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Climate and Human Civilization Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:CLIMATE AND HUMAN CIVILIZATION: 10th annual series of lectures for the general public on climate change. Professors will team up with students to present the latest information on climate change and its effects on our lives and future. From 7 to 8 p.m. in Room 219 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. For information\, email Dr. Mitch Wagener at wagenerm@wcsu.edu. \nUpcoming schedule: \nTuesday\, 3/25: Climate History Part I\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Alison O’Malley \nTuesday\, 4/1: Climate History Part II\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Milo Dutch \nTuesday\, 4/8: Cyanobacteria in a Warming World\nDr. Ed Wong with student Christian Mollica \nTuesday\, 4/15: The Role of Waste Pickers in Addressing the Global Climate Crisis\nDr. Christine Hegel-Cantarella with student Vitoria Vieira \nTuesday\, 4/22: Some Inconvenient Truths\nDr. Anna Malavisi with student Sara Risko
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/climate-and-human-civilization-lecture-series-9/
LOCATION:Science Building 219\, 181 White St.\, Danbury
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20250311T131731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T163649Z
UID:10071053-1744138800-1744142400@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Climate and Human Civilization Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:CLIMATE AND HUMAN CIVILIZATION: 10th annual series of lectures for the general public on climate change. Professors will team up with students to present the latest information on climate change and its effects on our lives and future. From 7 to 8 p.m. in Room 219 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. For information\, email Dr. Mitch Wagener at wagenerm@wcsu.edu. \nUpcoming schedule: \nTuesday\, 3/25: Climate History Part I\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Alison O’Malley \nTuesday\, 4/1: Climate History Part II\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Milo Dutch \nTuesday\, 4/8: Cyanobacteria in a Warming World\nDr. Ed Wong with student Christian Mollica \nTuesday\, 4/15: The Role of Waste Pickers in Addressing the Global Climate Crisis\nDr. Christine Hegel-Cantarella with student Vitoria Vieira \nTuesday\, 4/22: Some Inconvenient Truths\nDr. Anna Malavisi with student Sara Risko
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/climate-and-human-civilization-lecture-series-8/
LOCATION:Science Building 219\, 181 White St.\, Danbury
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2024/03/Climate-and-Human-Civilization-500x300-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20250311T131711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T163552Z
UID:10071052-1743534000-1743537600@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Climate and Human Civilization Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:CLIMATE AND HUMAN CIVILIZATION: 10th annual series of lectures for the general public on climate change. Professors will team up with students to present the latest information on climate change and its effects on our lives and future. From 7 to 8 p.m. in Room 219 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. For information\, email Dr. Mitch Wagener at wagenerm@wcsu.edu. \nUpcoming schedule: \nTuesday\, 3/25: Climate History Part I\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Alison O’Malley \nTuesday\, 4/1: Climate History Part II\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Milo Dutch \nTuesday\, 4/8: Cyanobacteria in a Warming World\nDr. Ed Wong with student Christian Mollica \nTuesday\, 4/15: The Role of Waste Pickers in Addressing the Global Climate Crisis\nDr. Christine Hegel-Cantarella with student Vitoria Vieira \nTuesday\, 4/22: Some Inconvenient Truths\nDr. Anna Malavisi with student Sara Risko
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/climate-and-human-civilization-lecture-series-7/
LOCATION:Science Building 219\, 181 White St.\, Danbury
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20250311T131643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T163526Z
UID:10071051-1742929200-1742932800@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Climate and Human Civilization Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:CLIMATE AND HUMAN CIVILIZATION: 10th annual series of lectures for the general public on climate change. Professors will team up with students to present the latest information on climate change and its effects on our lives and future. From 7 to 8 p.m. in Room 219 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. For information\, email Dr. Mitch Wagener at wagenerm@wcsu.edu. \nUpcoming schedule: \nTuesday\, 3/25: Climate History Part I\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Alison O’Malley \nTuesday\, 4/1: Climate History Part II\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Milo Dutch \nTuesday\, 4/8: Cyanobacteria in a Warming World\nDr. Ed Wong with student Christian Mollica \nTuesday\, 4/15: The Role of Waste Pickers in Addressing the Global Climate Crisis\nDr. Christine Hegel-Cantarella with student Vitoria Vieira \nTuesday\, 4/22: Some Inconvenient Truths\nDr. Anna Malavisi with student Sara Risko
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/climate-and-human-civilization-lecture-series-6/
LOCATION:Science Building 219\, 181 White St.\, Danbury
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2024/03/Climate-and-Human-Civilization-500x300-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20241211T140158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T140158Z
UID:10070709-1737043200-1737046800@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Danbury Regional Pollinator Pathway Meeting
DESCRIPTION:DANBURY REGIONAL POLLINATOR PATHWAY MEETING: Please join the Danbury Pollinator Pathway and regional stakeholders for in-person networking and planning for the upcoming year. Meeting to take place from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Science Building\, room 125\, on the Midtown campus. Registration information: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=vC1i4bqUrUiHu6fygHTuPWJOYzoMaJpFumkVDjoGxnhUN1VTN0YzRDJEM0JGTkdZWks4RUZERUdGRi4u&route=shorturl
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/danbury-regional-pollinator-pathway-meeting/
LOCATION:Science Building 125\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Science
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2023/02/Science-Building.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20241015T150420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T030952Z
UID:10069998-1733167800-1733175000@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Science at Night
DESCRIPTION:SCIENCE AT NIGHT: The Department of Biology at Western Connecticut State University will present a free “Science at Night” virtual talk with climate scientist Tom DiLiberto from 7:30 to 9 p.m. on Monday\, Dec. 2\, 2024. DiLiberto\, who specializes in breaking down complex concepts for non-scientists to understand\, will discuss “Demystifying Climate Change.” The public is invited to log in to the talk. To register\, visit www.wcsu.edu/biology/demystifying-climate-change/ in advance of the event to receive a link. \nA climate scientist and public affairs specialist in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Office of Communications\, DiLiberto also is the star and creator of NOAA’s first cartoon production\, “Teek and Tom Explore Planet Earth\,” a five-part series designed for students in the fourth through sixth grades. He works on strategic communications\, especially related to climate science\, and is a well-regarded public speaker on weather and climate. His scientific area of expertise is on El Niño and La Niña\, and he previously served as the climate scientist for NOAA’s Climate.gov. \nIn addition to his work at NOAA\, DiLiberto is the lead for the Department of State’s U.S. Center at the United Nations climate change conference COP29\, currently taking place in Baku\, Azerbaijan. He previously served as emcee of the U.S. Center at COP21 — where the Paris Agreement was forged — and as lead at COP22\, COP26\, COP27 and COP28. As lead and emcee\, he has helped organize and run the U.S. government’s public outreach space during the negotiations. \nThe Dec. 2 Climate 101 talk with DiLiberto hosted by WestConn will dispel myths\, answer questions\, and share best practices and solutions for a changing climate that can help build resilient communities. It is funded by an NOAA Bay Watershed Education and Training (B-Wet)  grant. \nFor more information\, contact Biology Department Chair Dr. Theodora Pinou at pinout@wcsu.edu \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/science-at-night/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Science,Speaker,Virtual event,WOW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20241113T204658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T204658Z
UID:10070245-1732203000-1732206600@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Biology Research Seminar
DESCRIPTION:BIOLOGY RESEARCH SEMINAR: The Department of Biology invites you to our final Research Seminar at 3:30 p.m. in Room 125 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus.  Dr. Ana Gabriela Martinez-Becerril\, National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM)\, will discuss “Fern Diversity and Evolution.” Please join us for an insightful presentation on the fascinating world of ferns.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/biology-research-seminar-2/
LOCATION:Science Building 125\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20240917T183607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T183607Z
UID:10069823-1732120200-1732123800@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:The Industrial Revolution
DESCRIPTION:THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION: Join the Danbury Library for a compelling Zoom program as Dr. Mitch Wagener from the Department of Biology and Environmental Sciences at Western Connecticut State University delves into the intricate and interconnected stories behind some of history’s most significant developments. \nThis session will explore the relationships between the rise of cotton clothing\, the invention of the cotton gin\, and the dark legacy of enslaved humans in the US. We’ll examine the impact of land dispossession and forced migration of Native peoples\, the development of the modern financial system\, and the technological advancements of the steam engine and coal mining in Wales during the Industrial Revolution. \nFrom 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. This is a virtual event via Zoom. \nFREE. Registration is Required.\nFor more information\, visit https://danburylibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=114095 or contact Aurelio Muraca amuraca@danburylibrary.org
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/the-industrial-revolution/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Climate,Science,Virtual event,WOW
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danbury Library":MAILTO:amuraca@danburylibrary.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20240903T133443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T202641Z
UID:10067799-1731956400-1731963600@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:2024 Virtual CT Lake Symposia
DESCRIPTION:2024 VIRTUAL CONNECTICUT LAKE SYMPOSIA: In continuation of the series that began in 2019\, the Western Connecticut State University Department of Biology\, in collaboration with the Connecticut Federation of Lakes and Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection\, will host three virtual 2024 Regional Lake Communities Symposia: “The March of Hydrilla in Connecticut & Reclaiming the Connecticut River from Hydrilla” at 7 p.m. on Monday\, Sept. 23; “Aquatic Invasive Species Grants in Connecticut” at 7 p.m. on Monday\, Oct. 21; and “Managing Aquatics Invasive Plants” at 7 p.m. on Monday\, Nov. 18. To register\, visit www.wcsu.edu/biology/lake-symposium-2024/. \nThe Sept. 23 discussion about “The March of Hydrilla in Connecticut” and “Reclaiming the Connecticut River from Hydrilla” will feature WCSU Limnology Instructor Larry Marsicano\, Brawley Consulting Group LLC; Greg Bugbee\, Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station\, Office of Aquatic Invasive Species\, who will address “The March of Hydrilla” and Dr. Benjamine P. Sperry\, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers\, Engineer Research and Development Center\, who will speak about “Reclaiming the Connecticut River from Hydrilla.” A question-and-answer session will follow. \nOn Oct. 21\, the topic will be “Aquatic Invasive Species Grants in Connecticut.” Marsicano will be joined by Matthew Goclowski\, Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection\, Fisheries Division and AIS Grants Oversight Committee\, who will share “Five Years into Grants for the Control of Aquatic Invasive Species in Connecticut.” A discussion will follow by lake and river community stakeholders about their projects funded through the Connecticut Lakes\, Rivers\, Ponds Preservation account. \nFinally\, on Nov. 18\, “Managing Aquatics Invasive Plants” will be the focus of discussion. Marsicano will be joined by Jeff Arpin and Al Fichtel from the Amston Lake District\, who will discuss “Thwarting the Spread of Eurasian Watermilfoil at Amston Lake in Hebron\, Lebanon and Colchester\, Connecticut.” Also on the program will be Dr. Ken Wagner\, Water Resource Services\, who will speak about “Putting the RAPID in Rapid Response: Considerations for Effective Reaction to Aquatic Invasive Species.” Following an audience Q&A\, WestConn Professor of Biology Dr. Theodora Pinou will deliver closing remarks and next steps. \nThe symposia are free and the public is invited to join in via WebEx. Registration is required at www.wcsu.edu/biology/lake-symposium-2024/. A custom link will be sent via email to pre-registrants on the day of the event. \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/2024-virtual-ct-lake-symposia/2024-11-18/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Lectures,Panel discussion,Public Events,Science,Speaker,Virtual event,WOW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20240913T202408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T133758Z
UID:10069812-1731515400-1731519000@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:From Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age
DESCRIPTION:FROM MEDIEVAL WARM PERIOD TO THE LITTLE ICE AGE: Join the Danbury Library for a compelling Zoom program as Dr. Mitch Wagener from the Department of Biology and Environmental Sciences at Western Connecticut State University delves into the intricate and interconnected stories behind some of history’s most significant developments. \nThis session will explore how early contact between Europeans\, Africans\, and Native Americans led to the spread of diseases to which New World peoples had no resistance. This caused millions of deaths\, resulting in abandoned agricultural lands reverting to forests\, which removed CO2 from the atmosphere and intensified the cooling of the Little Ice Age. The 1815 eruption of Mount Tambora further cooled the climate\, leading to the “Year Without Summer” in 1816. During this time\, the poet Byron inspired Mary Shelley to write “Frankenstein\,” considered the first science fiction novel. \nFrom 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. This is a virtual event via Zoom. \nFREE. Registration is Required.\nFor more information\, visit https://danburylibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=114094 or contact Aurelio Muraca amuraca@danburylibrary.org
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/from-medieval-warm-period-to-the-little-ice-age/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Climate,Science,Virtual event,WOW
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danbury Library":MAILTO:amuraca@danburylibrary.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20240903T133443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T202641Z
UID:10067798-1729537200-1729544400@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:2024 Virtual CT Lake Symposia
DESCRIPTION:2024 VIRTUAL CONNECTICUT LAKE SYMPOSIA: In continuation of the series that began in 2019\, the Western Connecticut State University Department of Biology\, in collaboration with the Connecticut Federation of Lakes and Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection\, will host three virtual 2024 Regional Lake Communities Symposia: “The March of Hydrilla in Connecticut & Reclaiming the Connecticut River from Hydrilla” at 7 p.m. on Monday\, Sept. 23; “Aquatic Invasive Species Grants in Connecticut” at 7 p.m. on Monday\, Oct. 21; and “Managing Aquatics Invasive Plants” at 7 p.m. on Monday\, Nov. 18. To register\, visit www.wcsu.edu/biology/lake-symposium-2024/. \nThe Sept. 23 discussion about “The March of Hydrilla in Connecticut” and “Reclaiming the Connecticut River from Hydrilla” will feature WCSU Limnology Instructor Larry Marsicano\, Brawley Consulting Group LLC; Greg Bugbee\, Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station\, Office of Aquatic Invasive Species\, who will address “The March of Hydrilla” and Dr. Benjamine P. Sperry\, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers\, Engineer Research and Development Center\, who will speak about “Reclaiming the Connecticut River from Hydrilla.” A question-and-answer session will follow. \nOn Oct. 21\, the topic will be “Aquatic Invasive Species Grants in Connecticut.” Marsicano will be joined by Matthew Goclowski\, Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection\, Fisheries Division and AIS Grants Oversight Committee\, who will share “Five Years into Grants for the Control of Aquatic Invasive Species in Connecticut.” A discussion will follow by lake and river community stakeholders about their projects funded through the Connecticut Lakes\, Rivers\, Ponds Preservation account. \nFinally\, on Nov. 18\, “Managing Aquatics Invasive Plants” will be the focus of discussion. Marsicano will be joined by Jeff Arpin and Al Fichtel from the Amston Lake District\, who will discuss “Thwarting the Spread of Eurasian Watermilfoil at Amston Lake in Hebron\, Lebanon and Colchester\, Connecticut.” Also on the program will be Dr. Ken Wagner\, Water Resource Services\, who will speak about “Putting the RAPID in Rapid Response: Considerations for Effective Reaction to Aquatic Invasive Species.” Following an audience Q&A\, WestConn Professor of Biology Dr. Theodora Pinou will deliver closing remarks and next steps. \nThe symposia are free and the public is invited to join in via WebEx. Registration is required at www.wcsu.edu/biology/lake-symposium-2024/. A custom link will be sent via email to pre-registrants on the day of the event. \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/2024-virtual-ct-lake-symposia/2024-10-21/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Lectures,Panel discussion,Public Events,Science,Speaker,Virtual event,WOW
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20240903T133443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T202641Z
UID:10067797-1727118000-1727125200@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:2024 Virtual CT Lake Symposia
DESCRIPTION:2024 VIRTUAL CONNECTICUT LAKE SYMPOSIA: In continuation of the series that began in 2019\, the Western Connecticut State University Department of Biology\, in collaboration with the Connecticut Federation of Lakes and Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection\, will host three virtual 2024 Regional Lake Communities Symposia: “The March of Hydrilla in Connecticut & Reclaiming the Connecticut River from Hydrilla” at 7 p.m. on Monday\, Sept. 23; “Aquatic Invasive Species Grants in Connecticut” at 7 p.m. on Monday\, Oct. 21; and “Managing Aquatics Invasive Plants” at 7 p.m. on Monday\, Nov. 18. To register\, visit www.wcsu.edu/biology/lake-symposium-2024/. \nThe Sept. 23 discussion about “The March of Hydrilla in Connecticut” and “Reclaiming the Connecticut River from Hydrilla” will feature WCSU Limnology Instructor Larry Marsicano\, Brawley Consulting Group LLC; Greg Bugbee\, Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station\, Office of Aquatic Invasive Species\, who will address “The March of Hydrilla” and Dr. Benjamine P. Sperry\, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers\, Engineer Research and Development Center\, who will speak about “Reclaiming the Connecticut River from Hydrilla.” A question-and-answer session will follow. \nOn Oct. 21\, the topic will be “Aquatic Invasive Species Grants in Connecticut.” Marsicano will be joined by Matthew Goclowski\, Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection\, Fisheries Division and AIS Grants Oversight Committee\, who will share “Five Years into Grants for the Control of Aquatic Invasive Species in Connecticut.” A discussion will follow by lake and river community stakeholders about their projects funded through the Connecticut Lakes\, Rivers\, Ponds Preservation account. \nFinally\, on Nov. 18\, “Managing Aquatics Invasive Plants” will be the focus of discussion. Marsicano will be joined by Jeff Arpin and Al Fichtel from the Amston Lake District\, who will discuss “Thwarting the Spread of Eurasian Watermilfoil at Amston Lake in Hebron\, Lebanon and Colchester\, Connecticut.” Also on the program will be Dr. Ken Wagner\, Water Resource Services\, who will speak about “Putting the RAPID in Rapid Response: Considerations for Effective Reaction to Aquatic Invasive Species.” Following an audience Q&A\, WestConn Professor of Biology Dr. Theodora Pinou will deliver closing remarks and next steps. \nThe symposia are free and the public is invited to join in via WebEx. Registration is required at www.wcsu.edu/biology/lake-symposium-2024/. A custom link will be sent via email to pre-registrants on the day of the event. \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/2024-virtual-ct-lake-symposia/2024-09-23/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Lectures,Panel discussion,Public Events,Science,Speaker,Virtual event,WOW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20240621T161047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T142218Z
UID:10066011-1723903200-1723906800@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:The Late-Summer Night Sky - Planetarium Show (Registration Required)
DESCRIPTION:THE LATE-SUMMER SKY – PLANETARIUM SHOW: WCSU Planetarium live presentations will highlight interesting celestial events of the month. Admission is free and the public is invited\, but online advanced reservations are required due to the limited seating in the planetarium. Seating capacity for each show is 40. Children ages 8 and up / No Food or Beverages allowed inside. From 2 to 3 p.m. in the WCSU Observatory and Planetarium on the Westside campus. \nRegister at https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/wcsu-planetarium-shows-summer-2024 \n  \nPlease note that there is no parking at the Planetarium and Observatory building. Visitors must park elsewhere on the Westside campus and walk steeply uphill to the building. Please take this into consideration when deciding whether to attend this event.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/the-late-summer-night-sky-planetarium-show-registration-required/
LOCATION:Observatory and Planetarium\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Public Events,Recreation,Science
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T191259
CREATED:20240709T134326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T143449Z
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SUMMARY:Actionable Solutions for a Sustainable Future
DESCRIPTION:ACTIONABLE SOLUTIONS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: Join us at the Danbury Library from 6 to 7 p.m. for a thought-provoking lecture series designed to empower you with actionable solutions for a sustainable future. Dr. Mitch Wagener of Western Connecticut State University’s Biology Department will delve into key areas outlined in Operation Drawdown\, a groundbreaking project exploring practical ways to reverse global warming.\n\nDr. Wagener will present three engaging talks\, each focusing on a crucial aspect of building a more sustainable tomorrow:\n\nJuly 9: The Future of Forestry: Explore the critical role forests play in mitigating climate change and how sustainable forestry practices can make a significant impact.\n\nJuly 16: The Future of Alternative Technology: Discover cutting-edge technologies that promise to reduce our carbon footprint and drive the transition to renewable energy sources.\n\nJuly 23: The Future of Social Institutions: Understand how social institutions can adapt and evolve to support sustainable practices and foster environmental stewardship.\n\nThis series is ideal for adults and teens (ages 13 and up) who are passionate about environmental issues and eager to learn about practical solutions.\n\nEvent DetailsWhen: 6 – 7 p.m.\, Tuesday\, July 9\, 16 and 23Where: MakerLab\, Danbury Library\, 170 Main St\, Danbury\, ConnecticutContact: For more information\, call (203) 797-4505.\nRegistration is required\, so make sure to reserve your spot for this informative and inspiring event.\nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into creating a sustainable future. Add this event to your calendar and join us at the Danbury Library! Register at https://danburylibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=99075
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/actionable-solutions-for-a-sustainable-future/2024-07-23/
LOCATION:Danbury Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Public Events,Science
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