4.15.26 KECP: Dark Skies - Why it matters

KEC • March 23, 2026
Sustainability at home

Join KEC in April as Dark Sky Advocates explain why dark skies are important to the health of humans, wildlife, and the climate.


A panel of community members will join the Advocates to talk about how you can participate in research to support bird migration and track light pollution.


Details:

Date:  Sunday, April 19 2026

Time:  3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Where: The Village Green - 26159 Dulay Rd Ne | Kingston

Flyer: Download, print and share


Refreshments and kids crafts will be available. Bring a favorite treat to share, and consider bringing a food donation for Fishline and ShareNet  (List of most needed items).


Learn more about the efforts of Dark Skies to reduce light pollution: 

What is light pollution?

Light pollution is the human-made alteration of outdoor light levels from those occurring naturally.


What are the effects?

Light pollution disrupts wildlife, impacts human well-being, wastes money and energy, contributes to climate change, and blocks our view of the universe.

Great Blue Heron taking flight over pond

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