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The Bay of Life:

Join Frans Lanting and Christine Eckstrom on September 5 at 7:00PM as they share the extraordinary recovery of California's Monterey Bay. Once a center of ecological devastation, it now thrives as a biodiversity hotspot. Discover inspiring tales of restoration and conservation that spotlight the potential for ecological rejuvenation globally.

From Wind to Whales

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The Wonder and the Worry

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On September 26 at 7:00PM, join Chris Johns, former National Geographic Editor-in-Chief and photographer, as he shares insights from his illustrious career and personal life. Learn how his experiences, including a battle with stage-four lung cancer during his tenure at National Geographic, have deepened his appreciation for life's most essential values and his commitment to addressing global challenges through storytelling.

A Photographer's Journey:

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Where The Wild Things Are

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Join Vincent Musi on October 17 at 7:00PM for a captivating journey through his 30 years of documenting our planet for National Geographic. From the depths of Route 66 to the slopes of volcanoes and the mysteries of ancient Sicilian mummies, Vincent's talk delves into the fascinating world of animal cognition. Discover the emotional and communicative complexities of birds, apes, dolphins, and dogs, highlighted with stories from his humorous "The Year of the Dogs" project. Prepare to see the animal world, especially our canine companions, in a whole new light.

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Inside Wonderlab:

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Discover the unseen marvels of nature with Anand Varma on November 21 at 7:00PM. Anand, a biologist-turned-photographer, uses pioneering photography techniques in his Berkeley-based Wonder Lab to capture the invisible behaviors of the natural world. From the intricate life cycle of a honeybee to the rapid motion of hummingbird wings, his work magnifies the minuscule and slows the swift, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and complexity of our environment like never before.

Exploring Nature's Hidden Worlds

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