The Extraordinary Caterpillar
2026-07-12 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Date: July 12, 2026
Time: 2pm-4pm (Doors open at 1:30)
Location: Riverfront Playhouse, 1950 California Street, Redding, CA
Cost: FREE with suggested donation
**Seating is limited and you MUST register HERE to reserve a seat.
Looking for a fun family event to escape the summer heat? Join us in an exploration of nature’s tiniest superheroes.
We’re hosting a special screening of The Extraordinary Caterpillar, a beautifully shot 60-minute documentary that reveals the vital—and often overlooked—role caterpillars play in our ecosystems.
Watch the trailer here! https://vimeo.com/1117213704
From blooming meadows to city parks and backyard gardens, this inspiring film celebrates the magic of nature while showing families practical ways to make a difference.
Along the way, you’ll see the groundbreaking work of The Caterpillar Lab, entomologist David Wagner, and Doug Tallamy, co-founder of Homegrown National Park.
Doors open at 1:30pm. Come early to explore information from local environmental organizations. After the film we encourage you to stick around for a Q&A session with local experts.
