Ahoy there, matey! Set sail with us on a thrilling action-packed adventure about a crew of quirky pirates marooned on a desert island. Throughout the story, volunteers from the audience will help us conduct several hands-on science experiments that ‘ARRR’ sure to amaze you! Explore the incredible science behind clouds, physical and chemical changes, air pressure, and more! ALL AGES.
Look at birds in new ways as we break down what it means to identify them. We’ll go over a step by step process in what makes a bird a bird, and how to determine differences in closely related species. This presentation is mainly geared towards children 8 and up, but all are welcome to join in!
Join Peter, Paul & George with Patricia in the age-old tradition of a hoedown with lively fiddle music. It’s a wonderful way to connect with your community, friends and family. Enjoy a fun evening of circle left, do-si-do, and swing! Sit and listen, tap your toes, or join in the easy dancing! Smiles guaranteed!
10:00 AM Thursday Field Trips - Hudson-Athens Lighthouse
N/A August 11, 2022
Our group will travel by ferry to the Hudson-Athens Lighthouse and learn about the river and the history of the lighthouse and the people who lived there!
Look at birds in new ways as we break down what it means to identify them. We’ll go over a step by step process in what makes a bird a bird, and how to determine differences in closely related species. This presentation is mainly geared towards children 8 and up, but all are welcome to join in!
6:30 PM Author Talk: Phil Palladino, Phyllis Carito, Al Stumph and Gene Aronowitz
6:30 pm August 17, 2022
Authors Phil Palladino, Phyllis Carito, Al Stumph and Gene Aronowitz will discuss their new book, Travel Light and Other Explorations More details coming soon!
The curtain rises on Saturday August 20th in the Marylin and Bob Laurie Foundation Gallery at the Claverack Free Library in Claverack, NY. Tickets are $5 at the door.
What can you expect from an audience participation murder mystery? Fun the minute you walk in the door! Doors open at 7pm, when you’ll get a chance to mingle with the cast as they drop hints about themselves and the show and give you a chance to ask questions. The show starts at 7:30pm.
6:30 PM Basics of Tree Identification at Mud Creek Environmental Learning Center
6:30 pm August 23, 2022
Do you want to wow your friends and family with your tree identification skills? Do you want to identify the trees at your home or property? Then this is the place to start! Join Leanna O’Grady, Education Program Coordinator, and Dylan Cipkowski, Natural Resource Specialist, from Columbia County Soil and Water Conservation District for a program on the basics of tree identification.
Mud Creek Environmental Learning Center at Columbia County Soil and Water CD 1024 State Route 66, Ghent NY 12075
In this virtual presentation, Sue Sie, creator of Dirty Gaia, will demonstrate how to harvest the seeds, and take you through the basics of wet (tomatoes, cucumbers, melons) and dry (beans, peas, kale, lettuce) threshing. These essential building blocks will support you through all your gardening days. This program is presented by Dirty Gaia and sponsored by the Columbia County Libraries Association. Register by emailing director@roejanlibrary.org to receive the Zoom login information.