TempleLibrary hosting owl presentation

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center presents “Owls of New Hampshire,” a live animal program at the Mansfield Public Library, 5 Main St. in Temple, Monday, July 29, at 6 p.m.

In this program, a naturalist from Squam Lakes Natural Science Center will introduce three owls that are native to New Hampshire to discover what is myth and what is fact regarding these nocturnal birds. Invited animal ambassadors may include the barred owl, northern saw-whet owl, great horned owl or Eastern screech owl. People can learn about how their adaptions enable owls to hunt silently and effectively, preying upon other creatures in the dark.

“We are excited to host the Squam Lakes Science Center again this summer,” stated Beth Crooker, director of the Mansfield Public Library. “Their presentations are always a highlight of our summer programming.”

The event will be held on the library lawn and attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets for seating. If it rains or is too hot for the owls to be outside, the event will be moved into the Town Hall next door. No registration is required, and the program is open to all ages.