On this Third Thursday of Earth Month, come explore lakes and coastal areas around the world and the communities that have developed alongside them. Through materials in the International Studies Collection, learn about the issues faced by both the people and the bodies of water themselves, and the efforts to keep them thriving.

Water touches many aspects of our lives. From the visible — nourishing our bodies, cleaning our clothes and dishes — to the less visible — creating electricity and cooling our homes and information systems. Water is an integral part of the living experience on Earth.

Join us for Third Thursdays at the Library, a themed monthly open house where we share materials from our collections.

While you’re here, pick up a Third Thursdays Passport and collect a stamp! Make it around to all four Third Thursday Open Houses — the Clark Library, International Studies, Asia Library, and the Special Collections Research Center — and win a poster!