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Moths don't get much respect. It's true, some of them eat sweaters, others decimate trees. But they have their heroes. Silkworms are actually early-stage moths and night-blooming flowers are pollinated by moths. Love 'em or hate 'em, moths' variety, features and habits are wonders of nature. And there are a multitude of types to learn about. According to the website ProjectInsect, world-wide, 200,000 species of moths have been identified but scientists suspect there are five times as many fluttering out there somewhere. Earthplace devotes its evening family campfire get-together to moths on Friday, August 20, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Moth handler Larry Gall shows off moths he captures and points out their unique characteristics and routines. After a moth review, beetles, dragonflies, grasshoppers and other forms of nightlife become the focus, followed by refreshments -- no, not chocolate-coverered ants but the probably much more palatable s'mores. Bring something to sit on, a blanket or a chair. Admission is $10 per person. To register, visit Earthplace's website.
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