“Build a Nest Box” at Thacher Nature Center. Our kits are pre-cut and pre-drilled, all hardware included. You will learn how to correctly place and monitor your nest box. This program is open to adults and children of all ages. Materials fee is $8. Bring a cordless screw gun. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Call 872-0800 to register. 2 p.m.
Date:
Tuesday, April 18, 2017 (All day)
Location:
Dudley Observatory at 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady, NY 12308
Chief Bill Vinson, of the Knox Volunteer Fire Company, is inviting the public to attend an active shooter class presented by the Albany County Sheriff’s Office. “Run, Hide, Fight” will be presented at the Knox Town Hall, located at 2192 Berne Altamont Road. 6 to 8 p.m. Open to anyone interested.
Meet up. The Duanesburg Historical Society will meet at Bishop Scully Hall in Delanson at 7 PM. Everett Rau, lifelong area resident and author of Stand Tall—Against the Odds will relate his personal story of farming and living in the 20th century on his family farm. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served.
The Schoharie Valley Hayshakers will hold a mainstream level western square dance at the Middleburgh Elementary School cafeteria from 7:30 to 10 p.m. The caller is Ray Taylor. Please wear soft sole shoes. Phone (518)827-4894 or (518)827-4337.
Date:
Tuesday, April 4, 2017 (All day)
Location:
Old Stone Fort Museum Complex, 145 Fort Rd, Schoharie, NY
Winter lecture series with Jeff O'Connor in the museum's Badgley Annex from 7 to 8:30 p.m. A local author and historian will discuss "The Palatine Experience" and the circumstances that led to these German refugees settling in the Schoharie Valley. 518-295-7192. Old Stone Fort Museum Complex, 145 Fort Rd, Schoharie, NY.
The regular meeting of the Knox Historical Society will be held at 7 p.m. at Knox town hall. Join us as we work to preserve and present the history of Knox. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call 518-860-7861.
Date:
Saturday, April 1, 2017 (All day)
Location:
Schenectady County Historical Society a 32 Washington Ave
Black Soldiers of New York State: A Proud Legacy, 1750 to 1950 with Anthony Gero, author. Schenectady County Historical Society. 1 to 2 p.m. 32 Washington Ave; $5.
Bamboozled Again! Camouflage in Nature at Thacher Nature Center. Trees with eyes?! Sticks that walk?! Every day is April Fool’s Day in the natural world. Come and learn about different camouflage techniques used by plants and animals, both locally and worldwide. Call 872-0800 to register. 10 a.m.
Date:
Thursday, March 30, 2017 (All day)
Location:
Carey Institute for Global Good in Rensselaerville
Regional Launch Gathering. Farmers and beverage producers are invited to a free platform demo and training session for the regional launch of Source NY. Carey Institute for Global Good in Rensselaerville. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
