# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Bat-tastic Illinois! - Utica
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 04:30 pm – Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Discover the fascinating world of bats in this engaging program! Participants will learn about the bat species found in Illinois, explore their unique life histories, and uncover the vital ecosystem services bats provide, like insect control. We’ll also discuss the challenges bats face, including habitat loss and disease, and highlight citizen science initiatives that support bat conservation efforts across the state.

October 22, 2026
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Utica Public Library
224 Mill St
North Utica, IL 61373

Register online at go.illinois.edu/BatUtica


For questions or if you need an accommodation to participate, please contact Emily Hansen at emhansen@illinois.edu or 815-433-0707. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/utica/bat-tastic-illinois-utica/200030500606649
- **Event Categories**: science-fair
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 10

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Utica
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Utica Public Library District
- **lat**: 41.341951883588
- **long**: -89.009624440103
- **full address**: Utica Public Library District, 224 Mill St,Utica, Illinois, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Bat-tastic Illinois! - Utica being held?
  - **A:** Bat-tastic Illinois! - Utica takes place on Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 04:30 pm to Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm at Utica Public Library District, 224 Mill St,Utica, Illinois, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Bat-tastic Illinois! - Utica?
  - **A:** Bat-tastic Illinois! - Utica is organized by University of Illinois Extension: Bureau,LaSalle,Marshall & Putnam Counties.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at University of Illinois Extension: Bureau,LaSalle,Marshall & Putnam Counties's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given University of Illinois Extension: Bureau,LaSalle,Marshall & Putnam Counties a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. University of Illinois Extension: Bureau,LaSalle,Marshall & Putnam Counties has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.

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