People of all ages enjoyed an exciting live animal experience when local animal experts visited the Livingston Parish Library this month.
Nature on the Geaux, which aims to foster a deeper connection to wildlife and nature through engaging and educational programs, presented an “Animals Around the World” show at all five LPL branches June 10-12.
This hands-on adventure gave the public a chance to see exotic wildlife – including snakes, turtles, ferrets, hedgehogs, and lizards – at their local library. The shows drew hundreds of audience members who got an up-close view of fascinating creatures from across the globe while learning about their habitats, behaviors, and unique adaptations.
The presentations were led by Tanee Janusz, an environmental educator and skilled animal keeper for more than 25 years. Janusz provides a wide range of educational experiences for schools, universities, camps, retirement communities, daycares, festivals, and scouts across southeast Louisiana and parts of Mississippi.
The presentation from Nature on the Geaux was part of the Library’s Summer Reading Program, which runs through August 3. This year’s SRP theme is Color Our World, highlighting the power art has to transform, uplift, and connect us all.
For the latest SRP information, follow the Library’s social media pages, visit a local branch, or go to www.mylpl.info/SummerReading.