Stony Brook Southampton Opens Several Earthstock Events to the Public
SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y., April 9, 2009 – Stony Brook Southampton will open several of its Earthstock 2009 events to the public. In its 8th year with Stony Brook University, the week of activity hopes to inspire green thinking and awareness. For events at both campuses, visit www.stonybrook.edu/earthstock.
 R.A. Tony Patelunas, walking on course. |
Earthstock events at Stony Brook Southampton that are open to the public include:
Wednesday, 4/15
New Frontiers in Conservation Science, 1:30 p.m., Avram Theater. Stony Brook Southampton Dean/VP Mary Pearl will discuss how new frontiers in conservation science are discovering ways to sustain ecosystem functions in an era of unprecedented environmental change, including climate change, growing and urbanizing human populations, resource extraction, habitat fragmentation and biodiversity declines. Reception with dessert to follow.
Thursday, 4/16
1st Annual Green Film Series at Stony Brook Southampton presents its final film: "Build Green,” 7:30 p.m., Avram Theater. “Build Green” shows how by taking advantage of the sun, the wind, and the rain, as well as dirt, straw and waste, homeowners and developers can reduce their personal contribution to climate change by building structures that are healthier for the occupants, economical to run, and fun to live in. Hosted by: Prof. Marc Fasanella and Bill Chalef.
Saturday, 4/18
Boat Rides Around the Bay & Family Fun, 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m., Marine Station. Take an hour boat ride around Shinnecock Bay. Children 8+ can ride in the boat, but must wear a life jacket. Not up for boating? Make a take-home aquarium! Boats can seat 35 people. Parking available on campus, in Lot A.
Sunday, 4/19
1st Annual Martin Schoonen 5K Run/Walk, Registration: 8 a.m., Fine Arts parking lot. Proceeds benefit the Martin Schoonen Scholarship Fund, to be awarded to a SBS student. Fees: For high school/college students: $15, or $10 in advance. For non-students: $25, or $20 in advance. The race begins at 9 a.m. Advanced registration forms are available on stonybrook.edu/southampton. The first 150 registrants receive a commemorative Stony Brook Southampton T-shirt.
Tuesday, 4/21
Sustainability Speaker Series presents Scott Chaskey, 7:30 p.m., Duke Lecture Hall, in a talk titled “Equanimity: An Organic Approach.” The leader of the local Quail Hill Farm will share thoughts and observations concerning caring for land and building community, and address the concept of sustainability. In a culture that is often dominated by special interests, Chaskey will advocate that we can move, with a will to change, toward a better planet and become better as a people.
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For Press Passes, Please Contact Darren Johnson
at 631-632-5088, c. 316-1873 or darren.johnson@stonybrook.edu.