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Extreme Heat: Myths, Risks, and What Communities Can Do 

Orange County Main Library 137 W. Margaret Ln, Hillsborough, NC, United States

Presented by Ashley Ward, PhD Extreme heat is now the leading cause of weather-related death in the United States, yet it remains one of the least understood climate risks. Many people still assume heat only affects large cities, that air conditioning alone solves the problem, or that heat is mainly a comfort issue rather than … Continued

 Discovery Force – Environmental Superheroes For children in grades 3-5

Orange County Main Library 137 W. Margaret Ln, Hillsborough, NC, United States

Orange County Public Library 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough  4:00pm - 5:00pm  Capes not required! Join us to learn about environmental superheroes like John Muir, Rachel Carson, Xiye Bastida, and Sylvia Earle. Through stories and hands-on activities, kids will see how protecting the Earth can start at any age. Children will participate in this program … Continued

Returning to the Source: An Intro to Permaculture

Orange County Main Library 137 W. Margaret Ln, Hillsborough, NC, United States

Presented by Omar Rezk Orange County Public Library 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough  5:30pm - 7:30pm  In this introductory workshop, you’ll explore the ethics and principles of permaculture and start reflecting more deeply on the issues we face as humankind: like ecological and ethical degradation, food sovereignty, and community health. This workshop isn’t just about … Continued

Earth Meditation

Orange County Main Library 137 W. Margaret Ln, Hillsborough, NC, United States

 Join meditation teacher Valorie Hallinan and celebrate our earth kinship with guided meditations and rituals that connect us to the earth’s grounding rhythms and the landscape we call home. These beautiful, immersive meditations are profoundly healing and inspire a deep caring for the earth. Activities will include: * Breathing with nature and grounding with the … Continued

Earth Meditation Hillsborough Climate Challenge

Orange County Main Library 137 W. Margaret Ln, Hillsborough, NC, United States

Join meditation teacher Valorie Hallinan and celebrate our earth kinship with guided meditations and rituals that connect us to the earth’s grounding rhythms and the landscape we call home. These beautiful, immersive meditations are profoundly healing and inspire a deep caring for the earth. Activities will include: * Breathing with nature and grounding with the … Continued

Climate Challenge Pop-Up at the OC Public Library

Orange County Main Library 137 W. Margaret Ln, Hillsborough, NC, United States

Climate Challenge Pop-Up information at the Orange County Public Library -- learn about all Hillsborough Climate Challenge activities and events, sign up for Meatless Mondays, learn about climate apps and books to help your household be greener.

Orange County Heat Action Plan Talk

Orange County Main Library 137 W. Margaret Ln, Hillsborough, NC, United States

 Did you know that 2023-2025 were the hottest years on record?  Speaker Mel Gilles from Orange County Sustainability will share what the county is doing to support our community as temperatures rise.  

Classic Film: City Lights

Orange County Main Library 137 W. Margaret Ln, Hillsborough, NC, United States

The 1931 Chaplin film, "City Lights," will be shown Sunday, December 21, at 2pm at the Orange County Public Library in Hillsborough. Originally scheduled for December 7, the date was changed to avoid conflict with the town parade. All are welcome; the film and the popcorn are free. For more details go to the website … Continued