# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Weird & Wonderful Insects
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: You are invited to join local insect educators and enthusiasts to see their amazing collections of all that is creepy and crawly in our area.

Learn how to use a sweep net to see what weird and wonderful insects you can find in the early summer prairie. Stay after the sun goes down to see and learn about the moths and other winged bugs of the night that are drawn to a special lighted viewing sheet. Take away knowledge and wonder of the strange but beautiful biodiversity that calls northwest Illinois home. Free and RSVPs not required. This event is subject to weather related cancellations. Check back here for updates.

The Apple River State Bank/First Community Bank of Galena is a proud sponsor of this event.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galena/weird-and-wonderful-insects/200030380836137
- **Event Categories**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 21

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Galena
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 870 S Pilot Knob Rd, Galena, IL 61036-9315, United States
- **lat**: 42.35922
- **long**: -90.41878
- **full address**: 870 S Pilot Knob Rd, Galena, IL 61036-9315, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Weird & Wonderful Insects
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Weird & Wonderful Insects being held?
  - **A:** Weird & Wonderful Insects takes place on Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 870 S Pilot Knob Rd, Galena, IL 61036-9315, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Weird & Wonderful Insects?
  - **A:** Weird & Wonderful Insects is organized by Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Weird & Wonderful Insects is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Galena, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Weird & Wonderful Insects sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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