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Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute: A Journey into the Hidden World of Tropical Bats Wednesday, October 2 | 2:00 PM

For decades, scientists at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute have studied the remarkable biodiversity of bats on Barro Colorado Island in Panama, where an astonishing seventy-six species coexist.

Now, for the first time, Smithsonian scientists’ expertise pairs with the stunning photography of National Geographic contributor Christian Ziegler for a captivating visual journey into the fascinating world of these elusive night creatures, to bring you the book Bat Island: A Rare Journey into the Hidden World of Tropical Bats.

Register online at libraryc.org/chboothlibrary

Movies at the Library in October

Stop by the library for a Halloween themed movie. The features include:

“Young Frankenstein” on Tuesday, October 1;
“Haunted Mansion” on Tuesday, October 15;
“Dracula” on Sunday, October 27;
and “Hocus Pocus” on Tuesday, October 29.

Visit the library’s event calendar for more information.

Open Air Art Exhibit on Display for the Month of September

The C.H. Booth Library and Newtown Cultural Arts Commission collaborated for an Open Air Art Exhibit giving community members of all ages an opportunity to showcase their artwork. The selected pieces were created by local artists and will be on display along the sidewalk on DG Beers Boulevard in the Fairfield Hills Campus during the month of September. Stop by to support our local talent!