MARQUETTE — Owls are one of the really unique groups of birds and garner a huge amount of attention because of the forward-facing eyes and their mostly nighttime lifestyle. Because they can look you straight in the eyes and cruise the skies soundlessly, they are truly a special lot.

This owl program will take a look at the different species of owls found in Michigan and a few others, comparing appearances, overall ranges, special features and some of their visits to the Upper Peninsula including some that have been in the area this winter.

Join presenter Scot Stewart for this popular program that will take place at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13, downstairs in the Community Room at Peter White Public Library in Marquette. Stewart is a Laughing Whitefish Bird Alliance member, a local writer, photographer and educator in Marquette. He is a regular contributor to the Marquette Monthly and The Mining Journal and is part of the MooseWood Nature Center in Marquette.