JOIN US FOR OUR INAUGURAL CLIMATE FRESK ON SATURDAY, 4/11 AT 1 PM AT JUNGMAN LIBRARY!

What: Join us at Jungman Library on Saturday, April 11 at 1:00 PM for our inaugural Climate Fresk! The Houston Illini Club is excited to host this event as we celebrate Earth Day in April. Climate Fresk is a fun, interactive group card game that leverages players’ knowledge to help participants learn about climate science. The game requires no prior knowledge and is accessible and engaging for all. This hands-on approach avoids overwhelming data and clarifies complex topics.

Over 2.1 million people have played globally — including more than 30,000 players in the U.S. This family-friendly event is suitable for anyone aged 12 and up, so bring your family and friends. Let’s fill the place with orange and blue spirit! 🧡💙 See you there! 🎉

How: Please RSVP in advance at the bottom of this webpage for you and your guests.

Cost: There is no charge for this event as the Houston Illini Club will be furnishing snacks, soft drinks and water. Nevertheless, an optional $20 contribution per participant is requested to the US non-profit People Planet ImpACT.

When: Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 1 PM

Where: Jungman Library, 5830 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77057

Questions: Flora Moon (spotlight) & Alex Kosmala (spotlight)

Additional input from Flora Moon: Our Illini Club will have the opportunity to give back a different way by participating in the Climate Fresk Game scheduled for April 11 at the Jungman Library 1-4 pm in honor of Earth Day.

The game is a collaborative workshop that's fun, accessible, and scientifically accurate way to connect the dots on climate change - and explore how you can make a difference. Whether you're new to climate science or already engaged, this session will equip you with fresh insights and renewed motivation to act.

I've seen parents and children play together and discover new ways to communicate and act to combine forces. Our children are learning about climate in school and look to their families to help make sense of it all. During one game that included 3 generations, the youngest player, a 12 year old who'd been very quiet during the period where the adults were discussing their emotions to learning all the connections made while playing suddenly piped up and said, "I have something to say." When prompted to speak up she stared at her parents for a moment before saying one word, "disappointed."

I think we all felt some level of shame, discomfort and anxiety on hear that word. Let's not disappoint the youth of the world and figure out some needle moving actions we can take as a club and as individuals. Bring family and friends.

Bonus: The Illini Club will provide snacks and soft drinks. RSVP in advance for yourself and guests below.