Uncommon Facts about Common Birds with Author and Naturalist, Stan Tekiela

The Cary Area Public Library, as part of a collaboration of McHenry County public libraries, is pleased to host naturalist, wildlife photographer and author/writer Stan Tekiela.  Stan is the originator of the popular state-specific field guides such as Birds of Illinois Field Guide, Trees of Illinois Field Guide, among more than 200 field guides, nature appreciation books and wildlife audio CDs, written over the past four decades.  Holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural History from the University of Minnesota and as an active professional naturalist for more than 40 years, Stan studies and photographs wildlife throughout the United States and has received various national and regional awards for his books and photographs.  Stan has also made a name for himself as a columnist and radio personality, his syndicated column appears in over 20 newspapers and his wildlife programs are broadcast on a number of Midwest radio stations. He is a member of the North American Nature Photography Association and Canon Professional Services along with many other professional organizations.

Uncommon Facts about Common Birds - Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

Luecht Auditorium at McHenry County College

This is a fun and entertaining talk presenting fascinating facts and tidbits about some of the birds that people love to hate along with some of the more common birds in our yard. Stan will challenge your preconceived ideas about some common birds such as the European Starling, the American Crow and much, much more. You will never look at these birds the same way ever again. This talk wraps up with a message of conservation and understanding.

This author event is part of the McHenry County Libraries - Let's All Read Together community reading program. County residents are encouraged to come together in a shared reading experience. Copies of the books are available to borrow from your local library. Libraries will host discussions of the books, in advance of the author event.

This event is sponsored by Algonquin Area Public Library, Cary Area Public Library, Crystal Lake Public Library, Fox River Grove Memorial Library, Harvard-Diggins Library, Huntley Area Public Library, Johnsburg Library, Marengo-Union Library, McHenry Public Library, Nippersink Public Library and Woodstock Public Library.