EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
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Images of the Irreplaceable Wildat the University Museum Fragile Nature Touch the Sky Experience the beauty of our natural world with Images of the Irreplaceable Wild, featuring two incredible photography exhibits this fall at the University Museum.
Open Aug. 29–Oct. 24, Fragile Nature is a breathtaking view of the most fearsome, delicate, and endangered species of our world through the lens of National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore. Sartore takes the visitor on assignment with the world's greatest magazine. From jaguars and macaws to gray wolves and grizzly bears, it's a natural journey across much of North and South America. In Sartore's own words, you'll hear the stories behind the photos and discover why some species become endangered, what their chances are for recovery, and most importantly, what we can do to help.
On display Nov. 2–Dec. 23, the photography of Jim Brandenburg is featured in Touch the Sky, a tribute to the beautiful vistas and iconic creatures of the American prairie. World-renowned nature photographer Brandenburg captures the wide-open magnificence of the prairie, as well as its often over-looked intricate details. In panoramic images, we see great herds of bison as well as the lowly grasshopper, dragonfly, and dove. Lightning storms and wildfire rage across the landscape, while delicate blossoms sway in the breeze, and yellow cottonwood leaves rest on new fallen snow. Through these photos, Brandenburg reveals the cycles of life with both precision and aesthetic grace. |
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AUGUST |
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One Wild Afternoon Kick off the opening of our fall exhibit with two wild programs. 3–4:30 pm |
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SEPTEMBER |
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At Close Range Enjoy this unique documentary about National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore. Shooting in some of the most exotic locales on earth, often in the most wretched conditions, Sartore often wonders if he has the best job in the world or the worst. At Close Range with National Geographic reminds us of where we fit in the cosmos, and what we owe to the next generation of all the earth's inhabitants. |
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Fall Prairie Walk Join the staff from Black Hawk County Conservation Board for a two-hour walk through one of UNI’s prairies. Bring a camera or come |
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Family Fun Day: A Walk on the Wild Side Make cat masks with New York artist and fashion designer Cat Chow, explore with an animal scavenger hunt, touch animal fur, view beautiful photographs, and enjoy making animal crafts. This event is free and open to the public. Call (319) 273-2188 to register by Tuesday, Sept. 15. |
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ACRE* event Popcorn, cheese, honey and apples make great companions. At this fall festival, sample and purchase apples from local orchards, buy local popcorn and honey, help make apple cider, learn to make cheese from Cedar Falls resident Jack Yates and enjoy a tribute to apples by improv troupe "Half Masted." * Now through November 2009 the Cedar Falls Annual Read for the Environment (ACRE) has planned several community events for all ages. This year, ACRE partners will share the joys of local foods from community gardens to apple cider. Books about growing food, the environment and sustainability will be featured at each event. Please join ACRE at one or all of our potluck picnics. Bring a hearty appetite, a dish to share (local or regional food encouraged) and tableware. For more information, visit http://www.cedarfallspubliclibrary.org/acre.html. |
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Monarch Tagging and Net Making See a butterfly up close with a net that you have made yourself. Tag a monarch and then enter the University Museum to learn more about butterflies with books, crafts, and other hands-on activities. Participate for an hour or stay the whole time. Join the Black Hawk County Conservation Board staff in cooperation with UNI Museums for an evening full of butterflies and net making. Cost is $7 per person. Call (319) 273-2188 to register by Monday, Sept. 21. |
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Capturing Iowa’s Seasons |
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OCTOBER |
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Iowa's Endangered Wood Turtles Meet one of Iowa's endangered species, the North American wood turtle. Jeff Tamplin, UNI associate professor of biology, will discuss the unique traits of the aquatic turtle and the many discoveries made through his research. In addition, view animals from the Biology Department's live display cases including turtles, snakes and an alligator! This event is free and open to the public. |
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Planet in Peril Film Series Learn more at www.cnn.com/planetinperil Saturday, Oct. 3, 1:30 pm Saturday, Oct. 10, 1:30 pm Saturday, Oct. 24, 1:30 pm |
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NOVEMBER |
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An Evening with Bill Witt Bill Witt has been photographing Iowa's wild places for more than |
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America’s Lost Landscape |
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Bucks From Books to benefit UNI Museums A percentage of the purchase price will be donated to the UNI Museums and put toward the purchase of an exhibit sound system. All book sales are eligible for inclusion, and at Barnes & Noble and B. Dalton, all sales, with the exception of memberships and gift cards, are included in the fundraising effort. |
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DECEMBER |
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An Old-Fashioned Schoolhouse Christmas Attendance is free and open to the public. |
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Our World in Focus: The Irreplaceable WildPhotography Contest and & Exhibit Amateur and professional photographers of all ages are invited to submit 8x10 photographs focusing on the flora and fauna of Iowa, the United States and the world. Deadline for contest entries is Tuesday, Dec. 1. Each submission should include an 8x10" copy of the photo and an artist statement describing the subject matter. Prizes will be awarded and entries displayed at the opening reception on Saturday, Jan. 9 at 2 pm. Learn more about the contest, including rules and entry form |


