St. Stephens Civil War Project
Snow Date: Hot Sun, Black Dirt: History of the Drowned Lands and Pine Island
See description of program January 11.
Hot Sun, Black Dirt: History of the Drowned Lands and Pine Island
John Ruszkiewicz, president of the Drowned Lands Historical Society, will present facets of the history of the black dirt region and the Pine Island community. Open to all adult and teen area residents; registration required. In case of snow closure, alternate date will be Jan. 22. Register below or call the Help Desk
Warm Memories: A Conversation with New Milford Artist Robert Fletcher
Come in out of the cold and enjoy some of the stories behind these wonderful paintings of the Warwick Valley and Orange County area in times past. Noted for his renderings of rural landscapes, lifestyles, and people, Robert Fletcher will discuss some of theworks currently on exhibit in the Community Room, and share a few previews of his upcoming book on the wonderful stories of the late Luther Barrett.
Astronomy for Everyone: Size & Scale of the Universe
Astrophysicist Kevin Manning, a former consultant with NASA, has always been passionate about astronomy, and wants to share the excitement with you! Over the 1_ - 2 hours, you"ll learn about the size and scale of the universe, the stars, and other celestial wonders using hands-on activities and assorted visuals. Following the presentation, a powerful telescope will be set up outdoors for viewing the craters on the Moon, the rings of Saturn and other beautiful objects in the night sky, weather permitting.
Meet the Artist: Joanne Kelly
Join artist Joanne Kelly in the Community Room to discuss her work. Her art will be on display in the Community Room and Galleryduring the month of January.
Meet the Artist: Tom Naples
Photographer Tom Naples will be in the Board Room to discuss his work.