Local bat biologist Milu Velardi will discuss the species and challenges in a free talk, 6-7 p.m. Oct. 9 at the Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium. Courtesy/PEECPEEC News:New Mexico is home to a surprising variety of bat species, but these remarkable animals face growing challenges. The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) will host “Bats All Around Us”, a free program, 6-7 p.m. at the Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium with local bat biologist Milu Velardi. Event DetailsWhat: Bats All Around Us with Milu Velardi;When: 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9;Where: Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium & online; andAdmission: Free. About PEECPEEC was founded in 2000 to serve the community of Los Alamos.