# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Bats: Importance and Conservation
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 17 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Fri, 17 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: For Bat Appreciation Day, discover the fascinating world of bats with special guest Dr. Joy O'Keefe during this virtual presentation.About this EventThis event does not require registration.For Bat Appreciation Day, discover the fascinating world of bats with special guest Dr. Joy O'Keefe during this engaging virtual presentation. Dr. O'Keefe, a leading researcher in bat ecology, focuses on promoting coexistence between bats and humans in changing landscapes. In this session, she’ll introduce participants to the bats of Illinois, explore their ecological roles and the vital services they provide, and share practical tips for supporting bat conservation efforts in your own community.This all-ages program will be provided virtually. Watch from home with Zoom link provided below or join us in the Nancy D. Castle Collaboration Studio for group viewing. A recording will also be available on the library’s YouTube channel after the event.Zoom link:https://illinois.zoom.us/j/82292304990?pwd=0gJfCb7ZOYMZn485N6ky6CUIS6Gf95.1Meeting ID: 822 9230 4990Password: 089589For more information, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dekalb/bats-importance-and-conservation/100001984575301149
- **Event Categories**: meetups
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: DeKalb
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Dekalb Public Library
- **lat**: 41.9321573
- **long**: -88.7500323
- **full address**: Dekalb Public Library, 309 Oak Street, DeKalb, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Bats: Importance and Conservation being held?
  - **A:** Bats: Importance and Conservation takes place on Fri, 17 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Fri, 17 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Dekalb Public Library, 309 Oak Street, DeKalb, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Bats: Importance and Conservation?
  - **A:** Bats: Importance and Conservation is organized by DeKalb Public Library.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at DeKalb Public Library's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given DeKalb Public Library a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. DeKalb Public Library has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.

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