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"Enjoying the Great Outdoors"
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Event Type(s):
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Lecture / Workshop
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Organization:
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Akron-Summit County Main Library
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Description:
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The Science & Technology Division is presenting a new series in April titled "Enjoying the Great Outdoors." This 5-week series will be held every Thursday, 6:30 p.m. at Main Library. Programs are free and open to the public. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. No registration required. For more information, contact us at 330-643-9075 or stdiv@akronlibrary.org.
Today's presentation: "Purple Martins in Northeast Ohio" presented by Larry Hunter
The purple martin is a bird that is primarily dependent upon the assistance of humans in the areas east of the Mississippi. The Portage Lakes Purple Martin Association provides gourds for their nests discovering early on that they prefer them to the usual Martin houses. Come learn about these birds that return every year to their "home" at Portage Lakes and see how you can view them first hand with all the events scheduled this summer. In August, their Premigratory Roost at Nimisila Reservoir is a spectacular sight, with some 5,000 to 10,000 martins stopping over to rest briefly before proceeding on their long journey.
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Address:
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60 S. High St.
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Akron, Ohio 44326
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Date:
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Thursday, 4/8/2010
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Start Time:
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6:30 PM
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