September’s speaker will be Brian Ritter, Executive Director of Nahant Marsh and EICC Conservation Program Coordinator. Fairmount Cemetery in west Davenport is home to a rare remnant prairie/oak savanna. Since 2015, a group of volunteers has been working with cemetery staff to begin restoring and inventorying the site. Brian will discuss this remnant and prairie restoration in general.

There are 2 chances to see Brian’s presentation. Please RSVP to [email protected] and mention which program you plan to attend.

Tuesday, Sept. 17 from 12:00-1:00PM at the Davenport Library-Eastern Ave. Branch (6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA). RSVP and $5 required for lunch.
Wednesday, Sept. 18 from 5:00-6:00PM at the Nahant Marsh Education Center (4220 Wapello Ave., Davenport, IA). RSVP required.