Maricopa County Library District: Twilight, Starlight, Moonlight – Nature’s Magical Transition at Dusk

Join Vicky Derksen of Night Sky Tourist for an enchanting exploration of dusk as day turns to night, revealing the distinct phases of twilight and their impact on our natural world. Discover the fascinating behaviors of diurnal creatures settling down while nocturnal animals awaken, from the melodic cricket chorus to the silent flight of owls and bats. Learn how stars gradually appear across the celestial canvas and how the moon’s appearance transforms throughout the month, creating different experiences during this transition. Experience the mindful opportunity that twilight offers us to pause, breathe deeply, and connect with both the natural world and our own need for transition and rest.