Western Monarch Butterflies: Screening & Community

Join Us for a Special Screening: Western Monarch Butterflies-Protecting our Pollinators by Ian Nelson

You're invited to a captivating documentary screening that follows the awe-inspiring migration of the iconic Western monarch butterflies. This beautiful film takes viewers through the key sites these delicate creatures visit each year and highlights the critical habitats that monarchs and other native pollinators depend on to survive.

But this story is more than just a natural spectacle—it’s a powerful symbol of resilience. The monarch’s transformation from caterpillar to butterfly mirrors our own journeys of growth and change. Despite facing extreme weather, long migrations, and shrinking habitats, these fragile creatures endure, reminding us that beauty often emerges through adversity. The film also offers hope and a call to action. Everyone can play a part in helping monarchs and other pollinators thrive by planting native milkweed and nectar-rich flowers in gardens, schoolyards, and community spaces.

Spanish subtitles will be available to ensure the film is accessible to all.

Come be inspired by the incredible journey of the monarchs—and learn how you can help protect their future.

Bio: Ian Anthony Nelson is a filmmaker from Santa Rosa, California. A lifelong passion of observing and learning about wildlife in their natural habitats has shaped his work. Ian has collaborated with organizations such as Pepperwood Foundation, American Bird Conservancy, Kaua’i Endangered Seabird Recovery Project, Pacific Rim Conservation, Bay Nature, Golden Gate Audubon Society, and others on various films. His partnerships with environmental and wildlife organizations have helped raise global awareness of the diverse ecosystems and species on Earth and highlight efforts to protect and preserve the environment.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation, 900 Sanford Rd, Santa Rosa, United States