Captain HurriCain’s half-hour Underwater Magic Show. Then, the Captain teaches all kids magic. Participants keep the magic supplies to perform their tricks at home or amaze their friends. As jolly, seafaring Captain HurriCain, Ron takes children on an imaginary trip to the bottom of the ocean. Together, they explore a ... Read more
Join NCFL in celebrating Bicycling! Saturday, August 6, 10:00am-2:00pm. NCFL & Valatie Free Library will start at opposite ends of the AHET Bike Trail. Start at (either) Library where you need to get a passport stamped then, get it stamped at the other Library for the big prizes from Steiner’s ... Read more
This workshop teaches you everything you need to know to make perfect tie-dyed masterpieces! Learn how to experiment with twisting, scrunching and swirling techniques to create fun and beautiful patterns. Please bring up to 3 white garments or accessories to dye and wear ok-to-mess clothes. All ages welcome. FREE. This ... Read more
Going green is rapidly becoming the norm and the kitchen is a great place to start. Join Chef Linda Romeo in the beautiful North Chatham Free Library garden for a delightful talk and demonstration on Eco-Cooking. You can save energy, reduce your carbon footprint (and find out what a carbon ... Read more
Growing your own food from seed is rewarding. Learning how to save seeds, remarkable and generous organisms, for planting another season takes gardening to a new realm. Learn which fruits and veggies are best for seed saving and how to reserve a portion of your crop to let it grow ... Read more
Join us for our next live informational webinar on Tuesday, August 30th at 6:00pm. This FREE session is geared for the person wishing to purchase a home in 2 or more years. This webinar is the latest installment of the Habitat Helping Hands Homeowner Education Series. We will discuss: Renting ... Read more
Held outside. An educational and entertaining program providing examples of successful environmental efforts as well as the inspiration to solve the problems of today and the future. The lectures always focus on positive environmental issues. While he does not downplay the negative impact that humans have on our environment, he ... Read more
The earth can be pretty crusty. Peek beneath tis rough exterior and uncover what it is made of. Explore the process of rock formation and learn how scientists classify and identify rocks and minerals. Break open geodes to find (and keep) amazing crystals. Registration appreciated: [email protected] More info.
Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. No experience necessary. Fun for the whole family! Ukuleles provided. Family event - may be difficult for kids under 5 Registration appreciated: [email protected]
The Sharon Audubon Center (Sharon, CT.) is home to a number of non-releasable birds and reptiles. Many injured and orphaned animals call the center home. The Sharon Audubon Center is bringing their ‘ambassadors’ to visit up close and personal. This event will be held outside or inside if the weather ... Read more
August is not too late to introduce plants into the garden for the fall harvest! Shelley courtesy of Columbia County Extension Service leads this workshop. Participants will get their hands dirty preparing cool weather plants to put into their own home garden. Shelley Haefner lives in Old Chatham, owner of ... Read more
Eager bicyclists are invited to participate in our Third Annual event between the NCFL and the Valatie Free Library. Beginning at 8:00am and ending at 5:00pm, cyclists and walkers will take the Albany Hudson Electric Trail (AHET) both located at either the NCFL or the Valatie Free Library, and starting ... Read more