In recognition of Earth Day (April 22), the Chatham Community Library will host an in-person discussion with Haw Riverkeeper Emily Sutton entitled, "Where Are We Now With Haw River PFAS and 1,4-Dioxane?".  This event will take place on Thursday, April 21, from 6:00 -7:30 pm in the Holmes Meeting Room

Sutton will discuss the status of the PFAS and 1,4 dioxane work relating to Pittsboro, what the Haw River Assembly does, and how citizens can get involved, followed by  a brief Q&A session.

Emily Sutton joined the staff of Haw River Assembly in 2016, managing citizen science projects to watchdog against sediment pollution and monitor the tributaries and main stem of the Haw River. As Riverkeeper, she is now leading the fight against pollution in the Haw River on many fronts, including emerging contaminants, Jordan Lake nutrients, and sediment pollution. Emily grew up paddling rivers in the Midwest and moved to North Carolina to receive her B.A. at Appalachian State University in Sustainable Development, where she studied Agroecology, Watershed Ecology, and Outdoor Education. Emily lives in Chatham County, NC.

Registration is required and is limited to 80 ticketholders. A waiting list will not be offered. Also, standing room is not available for this event.

Click HERE to register for this event. 

This event is free and open to the public.

Please contact the library at 919-545-8084 for additional information or questions.