Chewonki’s Bugmobile

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  • Aug 17, 2024

Graphic for Chewonki's Bugmobile program.

Is a bug an insect? Is a spider a bug?

 

The Lewiston Public Library will be hosting Chewonki’s Bugmobile on Saturday, August 17th at 11:00AM in Callahan Hall.

Join us for this exciting presentation featuring arthropods. Is a bug an insect? Is a spider a bug?

Chewonki’s Bugmobile transports the world of arthropods—insects and their relatives—to Callahan Hall. Using models, costumes, and live specimens, they will explain the unique characteristics of four major groups of arthropods. Their live “bug” species will introduce you to some of the fascinating adaptations essential for survival, such as mimicry, camouflage, armor, and the use of venom.

Since 1985, Chewonki has been home to a collection of animal ambassadors. Birds, reptiles, mammals, and amphibians arrive at their campus with injuries or conditions that prevent their return to the wild. After recuperating, non-releasable animals join their team of animal experts visiting schools, libraries, public & private venues across Maine to educate and inspire a life-long love of the natural world.

Chewonki’s Bugmobile is free, open to the public, and no registration is required.

The Lewiston Public Library is located downtown at 200 Lisbon Street at the corner of Pine Street. More information on summer reading programs is available by contacting the Lewiston Public Library at 513-3133 or LPLKids@lewistonmaine.gov.