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Our goal is to connect students, teachers, community members, and scientists to Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve’s ecological research through engaging hands-on experiences, and as a result to increase science literacy and help our community better understand scientific principles, processes, and concepts. Come join us at one of our upcoming events!

Lunch with a Scientist

May 13: Lunch with a Scientist: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.


Join us for Lunch with a Scientist hosted by Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve. Every second Tuesday of the month from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Minnesota-connected scientists will highlight scientific research related to ecosystems. May's program will be both online and in person at Cedar Creek (2660 Fawn Lake Drive NE, East Bethel, MN). 

 

 

Stack of chapter books with green background

May 28: Ecology Book Club (Online): 6:30 p.m.

Are you interested in our impact on planet Earth? The web of life? Climate change? Nature? Ecology? If so, this book club is the place for you. Join us as we continue our journey of lifelong learning. The Ecology Book Club meets online at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. Register online.

May's Book Selection: Air - Born:  The Hidden History Of The Life We Breathe, by Carl Zimmer

NOTE: Books are selected by the club members, and no scientific expertise or background is necessary to participate. You don't even need to have finished the book!

Garlic Mustard Pull event featuring a garlic mustard plant with green leaves and white flowers.

May 31: Garlic Mustard Pull Volunteering: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Interested in a hands-on volunteer opportunity that helps local habitats and ecosystems? Join us on Saturday, May 31st from 9:00AM-12:00PM as we remove invasive garlic mustard from the forest! This event will be held on-site at Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve, located at 2660 Fawn Lake Dr NE, East Bethel, MN 55005. Please bring a water bottle, sun protection, insect repellent, and gardening gloves. 

The program is free but registration is required to ensure we have enough supplies for everyone. 

Register For Garlic Mustard Pull 

Lunch with a Scientist

June 10: Lunch with a Scientist: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.


Join us for Lunch with a Scientist hosted by Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve. Every second Tuesday of the month from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Minnesota-connected scientists will highlight scientific research related to ecosystems. June's program will be both online and in person at Cedar Creek (2660 Fawn Lake Drive NE, East Bethel, MN) and will feature Dr. Lucy Rea discussing planting trees in a changing climate.

Stack of chapter books with green background

June 25: Ecology Book Club (Online): 6:30 p.m.

Are you interested in our impact on planet Earth? The web of life? Climate change? Nature? Ecology? If so, this book club is the place for you. Join us as we continue our journey of lifelong learning. The Ecology Book Club meets online at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. Register online.

June's Book Selection: Dancing Cockatoos and the Dead Man Test:  How Behavior Evolves and Why It Matters, by Marlene Zuk

NOTE: Books are selected by the club members, and no scientific expertise or background is necessary to participate. You don't even need to have finished the book!

Lunch with a Scientist

July 8: Lunch with a Scientist: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.


Join us for Lunch with a Scientist hosted by Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve. Every second Tuesday of the month from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Minnesota-connected scientists will highlight scientific research related to ecosystems. July's program will be both online and in person at Cedar Creek (2660 Fawn Lake Drive NE, East Bethel, MN). 

This July, avian ecologist Elena West will discuss green heron ecology and behavior. 

a piece of gold and gray mechanical equipment on a bright green background

July 11: Opening night exhibition: 6-9pm (OFFSITE)

Exhibition also open 7/12 and 7/13, 11am-4pm


Join visiting artist Charlie Adams for an exhibition of art created in response to experiences at Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve this spring. Show takes place at The Mirror Lab, 3400 Cedar Ave Minneapolis 55407. Charlie will be in attendance for conversation during open night, and will be joined for a special performance from Cedar Creek artist in residence Brenna Mosser!

Illustrated stars, telescope, and grass with blue background and text that says 'Star Party'

August 2: MAS Star Party: 7:30 p.m. 

Come and learn more about the night skies. Each star party starts with a brief presentation about astronomy. A number of telescopes will be available for night sky viewing after the program, weather dependent. You do not need to register for this event. 

NOTE: You do not need a telescope to attend, and the the cost is free. 

Lunch with a Scientist

August 12: Lunch with a Scientist: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.


Join us for Lunch with a Scientist hosted by Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve. Every second Tuesday of the month from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Minnesota-connected scientists will highlight scientific research related to ecosystems. August's program will be both online and in person at Cedar Creek (2660 Fawn Lake Drive NE, East Bethel, MN). 

In August, lichen and moss researcher Mariana Cárdenas-Henao will discuss her research into the lichens and mosses found in the Big Biodiversity experiment. 

 

 

Illustrated stars, telescope, and grass with blue background and text that says 'Star Party'

September 27: MAS Star Party: 7:00 p.m. 

Come and learn more about the night skies. Each star party starts with a brief presentation about astronomy. A number of telescopes will be available for night sky viewing after the program, weather dependent. You do not need to register for this event. 

NOTE: You do not need a telescope to attend, and the cost is free. 

 

Illustrated stars, telescope, and grass with blue background and text that says 'Star Party'

October 11: MAS Star Party: 7:00 p.m. 

Come and learn more about the night skies. Each star party starts with a brief presentation about astronomy. A number of telescopes will be available for night sky viewing after the program, weather dependent. You do not need to register for this event. 

NOTE: You do not need a telescope to attend, and the cost is free. 

 

Questions? Email Kara Baldwin ([email protected]) with questions about events in general. Specific events may have other contact people listed.

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