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Fungi Features: Mycelium as a Biodegradable Material

August 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Have you ever heard that mushrooms will save the world? Join Philly Myco Club’s own Christian Kustra to solve the plastic problem! 🍄🚮♻️🌎

WHEN: Wed., Aug. 6, 6 PM
WHERE: Science and Wellness Center (Room 202) at Parkway Central Library
1901 Vine Street
Philadelphia

Cost? Offered for FREE thanks to Free Library of Philadelphia

Plastic is not a viable long-term solution for the items we throw away often. Do you want to learn about fungi-based alternatives? Come join Christian Kustra a mechanical engineer and Philadelphia Mycology Club volunteer to discuss mycelium biomaterials, a durable, fire resistant, biodegradable technology. Learn how they are made, how they compare to existing materials, and how they are used in products today.

The Philadelphia Mycology Club is a 100% volunteer run 501(c)(3) non-profit. The Club’s mission is to study, collect, and document fungi; to foster accessibility, diversity, and inclusivity through educating the community on fungi; and to steward the land and advocate for fungal conservation. They host free programming year round and have no formal memberships or dues. All are welcome! Check them out online at phillymycoclub.com.

This Program takes place at Parkway Central Library Science & Wellness Department, 2nd Floor, Room 202

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