University of Findlay to host Homegrown Habitat event featuring renowned author, native plant specialist, and conservationist Doug Tallamy.
Author and conservationist Doug Tallamy will take center stage at the Homegrown Habitat event on April 27. The event will take place at Winebrenner on the campus of University of Findlay (950 N. Main St.). Doors open at 9 a.m. and Tallamy's presentation will begin at 10 a.m.
This event helps celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day, as Tallamy shares his passion for the use of native plants to support food webs, and his efforts to bring nature back to our homes. His efforts have influenced the discourse on gardening in America and he has gained global recognition by his presence on the New York Times bestseller list.
The event will offer a resource fair featuring book sales, book signings, native plant sales, and a presentation by Doug Tallamy himself. Various local organizations will set up displays and exhibits, including the Blanchard River Watershed Partnership, Hancock County Naturalists, Hancock Park District, University of Findlay, Owens Community College, among others.
The cost to attend is $25 per person and $10 per student. Tickets are available online at homegrownhabitat.org. Registration is required, as there will be no ticket sales at the door. Admission includes a native plant and continental breakfast.
Feel free to share this information with your viewers and on your community event calendars. If you are interested in attending this event, please contact Branden Ferguson, UF Director of Communications.
