Citizen Science: imap Invasives. 6 to 8 p.m. Invasive plants are one of the biggest threats to the Albany Pine Bush Preserve. These sometimes non-native, aggressive plants can outcompete our native plants and change the ecosystem entirely. If you have a smart device please bring it with you. Ages 15+. Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, Albany. Free. Registration required. 518-456-0655 or visit www.AlbanyPineBush.org/events.
Date:
Tuesday, May 23, 2017 - 10:30 to 12:30
Location:
Albany Jewish Community Center, 340 Whitehall Road
Nature Sketching classes to be held at the Albany Jewish Community Center, 340 Whitehall Road, on Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: May 23, 30, June 6, 13 and 20. Carol Coogan instructs this series. Students can record observations of the natural world (leaves and flowers) through sketches, drawings, and written descriptions. Cost is $82, $72 for a JCC member. Prepaid registration is required in the Albany JCC’s senior adult office.
Amy Reilly, noted horticulturalist, will be leading a wildflower hike in the Pine Bush at 1 p.m. Please meet at the Discovery Center parking lot. 465-8930 for info. Wear appropriate protective clothing for the danger of ticks, bring deet or insect repellant.
Young Onset Parkinson’s. The May meeting of the YOPD Support Group is 7 p.m. at the Route 7 Diner, 1090 Troy Schenectady Road, Latham. Dinner is ordered off the menu (individual bills). This is an opportunity to learn more about Parkinson’s disease in an informal setting.
Date:
Sunday, May 21, 2017 - 09:00
Location:
Meet leader Thom Engel at Hop Field picnic area of Thacher Park
Geology Walk at Thacher Park. 9 a.m. Learn about how we are refining our understanding of the park's geology and how it serves as a transition between the geology to the west and that to the south. Meet leader Thom Engel at Hop Field picnic area. Call 872-0800 to register.
Date:
Saturday, May 20, 2017 - 10:00
Location:
Meet at the Hop Field parking area at Thacher Park.
Wildflower Walk at Thacher Park. 10 a.m. Look for blooming wildflowers in the woods, while the sun still hits the forest floor. We'll look for Baneberry, Solomon's seal, Bellflower, Canada Mayflower, Gaywings, and Pink Ladyslippers in bloom. Meet at the Hop Field parking area. Call 872-0800 to register.
Bird Walk with Rich Guthrie at Thacher Nature Center. 8 a.m. This is the best time to see birds dressed in their finest plumage and singing to find their mates. Rich Guthrie will share his knowledge about birds and more on a walk through varied habitats. Beginners are welcome, bring binoculars or borrow. Call 872-0800 to register.
Garden Education Day & Plant Sale. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. An opportunity to buy plants, learn new things about gardening, and visit the demonstration gardens! CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville.
Date:
Saturday, May 20, 2017 - 10:00
Location:
Albany Pine Bush. 302 Washington Avenue Ext., Albany
Lupine Fest 2017. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Experience a celebration of our local wildlife at the Capital Region’s globally rare, nationally significant, and locally distinct Albany Pine Bush. 302 Washington Avenue Ext., Albany. FREE! More info at www.AlbanyPineBush.org/events.
Date:
Friday, May 19, 2017 - 08:00 to 10:00
Location:
Octagon Barn at 588 Middle Road in Knox (Delanson 12053 for GPS)
Dudley Observatory Star Party & Program: Dr. Matthew Szydagis (University at Albany), “Gravitational Waves” at 8 p.m., rain or shine in the Octagon Barn; outdoor observing to follow, weather permitting. 588 Middle Road in Knox (Delanson 12053 for GPS). All are welcome. Telescopes provided, or bring your own, 618-5376.
