Calendar - May 2013 & June 2013
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May 1
WHITEHALL MARINA SEASON OPENING!
Whitehall Marina and RV Park
9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Whitehall Marina RV Park and Restaurant opens for the season.
http://whitehallmarinaatlock12.com
May 2 - December 18
GREENWICH FARMERS' MARKET AT SEVENTY MAIN
Greenwich FArmers' Market at Seventy Main
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Four season market
May-Oct outside
Nov-April inside
Vegetables, Meats, Poultry, Eggs, Prepared Food, Bread, Jams, Crafts
May 9 - December 18
GREENWICH FARMERS' MARKET AT SEVENTY MAIN
Greenwich FArmers' Market at Seventy Main
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Four season market
May-Oct outside
Nov-April inside
Vegetables, Meats, Poultry, Eggs, Prepared Food, Bread, Jams, Crafts
May 16 - December 18
GREENWICH FARMERS' MARKET AT SEVENTY MAIN
Greenwich FArmers' Market at Seventy Main
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Four season market
May-Oct outside
Nov-April inside
Vegetables, Meats, Poultry, Eggs, Prepared Food, Bread, Jams, Crafts
May 16
YOGA PADDLENIC
Battenkill Valley Outdoors
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Three local businesses team up to offer you a great day outdoors. Kayaking, yoga and a great local foods lunch. The day unfolds like a summer day of your youth.
http://battenkillvalleyoutdoors.com
May 17 - December 15
SUNDAY MORNING BREAKFAST
BPOE #2223 Elks
8:30 am - 11:00 am
Sunday Morning Breakfast- Breakfast Buffet w/ made to order Omelet Station
Adults $6.00/Seniors $5.00/Youth 12 & under $4.00 Under 5 FREE
(THE THIRD SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH)
May 17, 18, 19
ANNUAL SPRING WORK PARTY AT SALEM ART WORKS
Salem Art Works
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Calling all volunteers! We may make it seem effortless, but a great deal of work goes into preparing Salem Art Works' 119.4 acres for our workshops, events, and visiting artists each year. With your help, we can ensure another seamless transition into summer. Come help us clean, unpack, paint, and complete al the other little projects that position us for another successful year.
All volunteers receive food and lodging for the weekend. Volunteering for an entire day or more earns you a free 2013 Membership.
If you are able to volunteer, thank you! Please call or e-mail the SAW office in advance so we may prepare lodging and accommodate any food allergies.
http://salemartworks.com/events
May 18
GREENWICH TOWN-WIDE GARAGE SALE
Village & Town of Greenwich, NY
9:00 am
Throughout the village & town of Greenwich, a two-day self-guided sale with no admission fee, Saturday May 18th & Sunday May 19th. Information at (518) 692-7979.
http://www.greenwichchamber.org/events.asp
May 19
CHAMBER MUSIC IN THE COURTROOM
Courthouse Community Center
3:00 pm - 12:00 am
Enjoy the music of Beethoven, Bartok, Stravinsky and Brahms performed by professional musician under the direction of concert pianist and conductor, Daniel Shulman. Part of a LARAC-funded series of 3 concerts.
http://www.salemcourthouse.org
May 23 - December 18
GREENWICH FARMERS' MARKET AT SEVENTY MAIN
Greenwich FArmers' Market at Seventy Main
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Four season market
May-Oct outside
Nov-April inside
Vegetables, Meats, Poultry, Eggs, Prepared Food, Bread, Jams, Crafts
May 25
GARAGE, BOOK, ESTATE, & PLANT SALE
Old Fort House Museum
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
May 25, Saturday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, Garage, book, estate, & plant sale. We have received loads of new merchandise! 25-29 Broadway, Fort Edward.
http://www.oldforthousemuseum.com
May 25
SURVIVE THE FARM 5K CHALLENGE
Survive The Farm, LLC
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
5K trail run/ obstacle course on Easton Farm and Woodland, BBQ picnic and awards after, music
May 26
WALKING TOUR OF UNION CEMETERY WITH EMPHASIS ON THE SOLOMON NORTHUP CONNECTION
Old Fort House Museum
1:30 pm - 12:00 am
May 26, Sunday, 1:30 pm, Walking Tour of Union Cemetery with emphasis on the Solomon Northup connection. $5.00 admission to benefit the restoration of the Union Cemetery Iron Fence Fund. Upper Broadway, Fort Edward.
http://www.oldforthousemuseum.com
May 30 - December 18
GREENWICH FARMERS' MARKET AT SEVENTY MAIN
Greenwich FArmers' Market at Seventy Main
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Four season market
May-Oct outside
Nov-April inside
Vegetables, Meats, Poultry, Eggs, Prepared Food, Bread, Jams, Crafts
May 31
GREENWICH MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
Main St., Village of Greenwich, NY
6:00 pm
Greenwich VFW & American Legion sponsor this annual parade, which steps off at 6pm from the bridge & ends at the VFW on Abeel Ave. with a final ceremony, followed by food & refreshments; the public is welcome. Also, five different Color Guard ceremonies at Greenwich cemeteries & monuments, start at 6pm the previous night. Info at (518) 692-2753 or 683-5945.
http://www.greenwichchamber.org/events.asp
May 31, June 1
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE - GREENWICH
Greenwich High School Track, Gray Ave., Greenwich, NY
7:00 pm - 6:00 am
American Cancer Society fundraiser, starting Friday evening at 7pm & running through Saturday morning at 6am. Each participant pays a commitment fee & tries to raise funds amounting to a specific goal. Information at (518)454-4002 or www.relayforlife.org
June 1
"THE BATTENKILL RUNS THROUGH IT" BEACH & MUSIC FESTIVAL
Greenwich Town Beach, NYS Rte. 29 North, Greenwich, NY
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Battenkill Conservancy hosts this 3rd Annual Festival, offering a full line-up of musicians & river-related activities, insuring fun for kids & adults. Each entry ticket includes a picnic plate of local foods. Rain date Sunday 6/2/13. For details, call (518) 677-2545 or email: bc@battenkillconservancy.org
http://www.battenkillconservancy.org
June 1
OLD FORT HOUSE MUSEUM & GIFT SHOP OPEN FOR TOURS
Old Fort House Museum
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
June 1-July 31 Old Fort House Museum Campus & Gift Shop open for tours 1:00-5:00 pm daily, closed July 4. General Admission, $5.00 adults; children under 18 & members FREE. 29 Broadway, Fort Edward.
http://www.oldforthousemuseum.com
June 1 - 30
ART FOR THE IBA
Friends of the IBA
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friends of the Washington County Grasslands Important Bird Area (IBA's annaul Juried Art Show featuring a wide variety of art from across the region in all media; themes: Best of Winter Raptor Festival & Life in the IB. Prizes awarded for 1st 2nd 3rd and Best Photo's in each category.
CALL FOR ENTRIES OPEN THRU MAY 11!
Exciting prize packages include overnight stay for two at Lant Hill Farm B &B with private guided bird tour and all day "Raptor Encounter" courtesy of Adirondack Raptors!!
Artists juried into the show receive free tickets to IBA Night Out wine and cheese reception on June 8th and chance to win free giveaways! Public can purchase tickets to "IBA Night Out" from Oliva Vineyards or Friends of the IBA for $6 ($5 FIBA MEMBERS). SEE www.ibafriends.org WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO...(photo courtesy Beth LaPan)
June 2
CELLO SEMINAR CONCERT
Music from Salem
12:00 am - 12:00 am
What could be better than an afternoon spent with 12 cellists playing music from Bach to contemporary? On Sunday, June 2 at 2:00pm, Music from Salem’s Cello Seminar will perform a concert at Hubbard Hall in Cambridge NY. The Cello Seminar is an intensive week-long seminar for young professionally-bound cellists, led by Music from Salem consulting directors Rhonda Rider, cello, and Judith Gordon, piano, as well as guest cellist David Russell. Welcome in the summer with this end-of-the-week cello - bration concert!
June 4 - August 27
SUMMER STORY TIME
Battenkill Books
10:00 am - 12:00 am
Story Hour will be held each Tuesday morning in June, July, and August, at 10:00 am. There is no cost; please provide your own child’s snack and beverage. Ideal for ages 2 – 6. Special guests will appear throughout the summer. Co-sponsored by the Curiosity Forum (Hubbard Hall and Leslie Parke Studio).
http://www.battenkillbooks.com
June 4 - December 18
GREENWICH FARMERS' MARKET AT SEVENTY MAIN
Greenwich FArmers' Market at Seventy Main
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Four season market
May-Oct outside
Nov-April inside
Vegetables, Meats, Poultry, Eggs, Prepared Food, Bread, Jams, Crafts
June 6
RIVERSIDE SCHOOL BELL AWARDS CEREMONY & RECEPTION FOR OUTSTANDING RETIRED EDUCATORS
Old Fort House Museum
5:00 pm - 12:00 am
June 6, Thursday, 5:00 pm, Riverside School Bell Awards Ceremony& Reception for Outstanding Retired Area Educators. Public Welcome. Admission $10.00. Call for reservations. 29 Broadway, Fort Edward.
June 7
CAMBRIDGE VALLEY BALLOON FESTIVAL
Cambridge Valley Chamber of Commerce
12:00 am - 12:00 am
Each June the Cambridge Valley Chamber of Commerce presents the Cambridge Valley Balloon Festival. With hot air balloon launches, carnivals, fireworks, outdoor concerts and other events happening throughout the Village of Cambridge, the Balloon Fest is a great event for families!
June 7
LANDSCAPE PAINTING IN OIL WITH HARRY ORLYK
Salem Art Works
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
In the transition between late afternoon and night, the land in the season's full bloom around the agricultural village of Salem begs to be painted. Come to SAW with your plein air paint kit and work with Harry Orlyk, a landscape painter who has kept a daily account of the region's light and color for over 30 years.
Participants should prepare as many as half a dozen small paintable surfaces for each of the three sessions.
Level: All
Fee: $180
Time: 5 pm - dark
http://salemartworks.com/workshops/june-workshops
June 8 - 29
FIBER 2 FORM
Salem Art Works
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fiber 2 Form presents works including a site-specific wrapped pillar piece by Claudia Sbrissa, a meticulously cut fiber installation from Derek Parker and hand knitted sculpture by L.A. based Ben Cuevas.
Join SAW in welcoming the artists on June 8th from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm for an artist reception in The Barn 2 Gallery.
http://salemartworks.com/exhibitions
June 8
GUIDE WORKSHOP
Old Fort House Museum
11:00 am - 12:00 am
June 8, Guide Workshop at 11:00 am at the Old Fort House Museum by Elizabeth O’Leary, 29 Broadway, Fort Edward.
http://www.oldforthousemuseum.com
June 8 - 29
ANNE ROECKLEIN SOLO ART EXHIBITION
Salem Art Works
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Artist Anne Roecklein exhibits her work in The Cary Gallery at Salem Art Works this July, with an artist reception from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm June 8th. Anne's work combines micro parts into dynamic germ-like collages and circular wall sculptures, creating and thought provoking experience for the viewer.
http://salemartworks.com/exhibitions
June 8
ONE-ROOM SCHOOLHOUSE EVENT
Washington County Historical
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
A Day in the Life of a One-Room Schoolhouse at the East Hebron School on NY Route 22. Shirley Berger, a former student of the school, will lead the event. Joan and Dale Prouty will present a program on what it would be like for a typical school day. There will be playground games for children that might have been played. The Schoolhouse is furnished with period desks, books and educational material. Some events will be held at the 1846 Presbyterian Church across the road. The event is free and open to the public. Come by yourself or bring your children. Plan to bring a picnic lunch and a blanket and dine on the lawn.
June 8
HUBBARD HALL OPERA THEATER PRESENTS PAUL HOUGHTALING'S "BACH TO ROCK" CABARET
Hubbard Hall Opera Theater
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
At the Saratoga Arts Fest!
Paul Houghtaling, a native of Troy, NY, returns to his home turf to present his widely acclaimed "Bach to Rock" concert accompanied collaborative pianist, Kevin Chance. This program will feature a fully staged Bach Cantata on the first half, followed by a variety of American song on the second (Paul Bowles, Jerome Kern, Harold Arlen, William Finn, Richard Hundley, and others.)
Admission: $10 or $8 with an Arts Pass. Kids under 12 are free.
TICKETS AT THE DOOR ONLY!
Filene Recital Hall, Skidmore College, 815 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
http://www.hubbardhall.org/opera/opera-company
http://www.saratogaartsfest.org/event/shoevent.php?id=38
June 8
LIVE MUSIC & PIZZA
Salem Art Works
6:30 pm - 12:00 am
Each month Salem Art Works converts Barn 1 into a music cafe where we join regional musicians for an intimate evening of performance. Grab a slice of homemade pizza, baked on-site by SAW staff, then sit back and enjoy the sounds of homegrown music.
We're pleased to announce that June 8th Music & Pizza will feature local musician MaryLeigh Roohan!
$10 at the door
http://salemartworks.com/events
June 8
LIVE MUSIC & PIZZA
Salem Art Works
6:30 pm - 12:00 am
Each month Barn 1 is converted into a music cafe where we join regional musicians for an intimate evening of performance. Grab a slice of homemade pizza and sit back and enjoy the sounds of homegrown music. Tonight: local musician MaryLeigh Roohan!
http://salemartworks.com/events
June 8
IBA FIELD DAY
Friends of the IBA
8:00 am - 1:00 pm
"IBA FIELD DAY"
Join us at Oliva Vineyards as we welcome the return of grassland songbirds! Plenty of brilliant sights and songs to delight the senses, from sweet-singing Meadowlarks to bubbly Bobolinks, Bluebirds and more. We'll help you identify the birds in their native habitat and share our spotting scopes, binoculars & knowledge of their behavior. Featured Presentation on Short-eared Owls and at-risk raptors with Live Birds of Prey and their importance in the grassland; Interactive Bird Photography workshop with Dr. Gordon Ellmers from 8am - 10am (fee); call to reserve, space limited). Join us in the evening from 5-9pm, for a Wine & Cheese reception with the artists. Route 4, Fort Edward
Joins us in the evening for our "IBA NIGHT OUT" Wine & Cheese Reception with "Art for the IBA" Artists (see Art Show/event descr.)
Field Day: FREE
Photography Workshop: $15
Wine & Cheese Reception: $6 ($5 Members)
(photo courtesy Adirondack Wildlife Refuge & Rehab Center)
http://www.ibafriends.org/calendar/art-for-the-iba-2/
June 9
MUSIC FROM SALEM VIOLA SEMINAR CONCERT
Music from Salem
12:00 am - 12:00 am
On Sunday, June 9 at 7:00pm, Music from Salem’s Viola Seminar will perform a concert at Hubbard Hall in Cambridge NY. The Viola Seminar is an intensive week-long seminar for young professionally-bound violists, led by Music from Salem director and violist Lila Brown, violist Leonard Matczynski (director of the Apple Hill Chamber Music Festival), and pianist Marc Ryser. After "visiting the room of their talent" in the magical atmosphere of the Brown Farm, they will present the fruit of the week's immersion at this concert at Hubbard Hall, which will include a premiere arrangement of a Bach fugue for viola choir!
June 9
HUBBARD HALL OPERA THEATER PRESENTS JULIA CHALFING'S "BIRTH OF A DIVA" CABARET
Hubbard Hall Opera Theater
12:00 pm - 12:00 am
At the Saratoga Arts Fest!
Julia Chalfin, a 2002 Skidmore graduate, returns to her alma mater from a blossoming career in Germany to sing The Birth of a Diva (How I Found My Voice), A Musical Storytelling. Her cabaret-meets-opera performance highlights her humorous journey of musical self-discovery through musicals, rock ‘n’ roll, jazz, and classical music. The program includes songs from “Les Miserables” and Walt Disney’s “The Little Mermaid”, “My Funny Valentine”, and “Summertime”, as well as beautiful classical jewels by Mozart, Händel, Rossini, Bizet, Puccini, and Lehar.
http://www.saratogaartsfest.org/event/shoevent.php?id=48
http://www.hubbardhall.org/opera/opera-company
June 11 - August 27
SUMMER STORY TIME
Battenkill Books
10:00 am - 12:00 am
Story Hour will be held each Tuesday morning in June, July, and August, at 10:00 am. There is no cost; please provide your own child’s snack and beverage. Ideal for ages 2 – 6. Special guests will appear throughout the summer. Co-sponsored by the Curiosity Forum (Hubbard Hall and Leslie Parke Studio).
http://www.battenkillbooks.com
June 12, 13, 14, 15, 16
ANAGAMA KILN FIRING
Salem Art Works
12:00 am - 12:00 am
Salem Art Works will have four kiln firings in 2013. These firings are available to ceramic artists who would like their work fired in the anagama wood kiln. Three full days will be spent loading the kiln, taking into account the movement of the flame and desired surface on the pieces. After loading, the kiln will be fired for five days and four nights, overseen by ceramic artists on site. All work must be cone 10 clay, bone dry, or bisque fired and delivered to SAW at least two weeks prior to each firing for loading. The price is 6 cents per cubic inch for firing.
The public is always invited to come and watch the process and watch the unloading as the ceramic artists discover their finished work as it comes out of the kiln.
Please contact the SAW office for more information.
http://salemartworks.com/artist-programs/ceramics
June 18 - December 18
GREENWICH FARMERS' MARKET AT SEVENTY MAIN
Greenwich FArmers' Market at Seventy Main
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Four season market
May-Oct outside
Nov-April inside
Vegetables, Meats, Poultry, Eggs, Prepared Food, Bread, Jams, Crafts
June 13
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Hebron Preservation Society
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Tour the Kilpatrick Family Farm and learn about organic growing and Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). Sponsored by the Hebron Preservation Society's Food for Thought program. series.
http://www.kilpatrickfamilyfarm.com
June 14
GLASS 101 WORKSHOP
Salem Art Works
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
This three day workshop gives students an opportunity to explore the exciting medium of blown glass. The class will concentrate on a particular aspect such as blowing bubbles, vessel making, or color application. Students will be led through a series of demonstrations of tools and techniques to help them understand the principles of glass blowing and glass sculpture. The class will then try out the techniques as a group. Each student will have the chance to work one on one with an instructor, creating a finished piece to take home. Students are encouraged bring their own ideas, a lot of energy, and patience. Students must wear closed toe shoes, long sleeved cotton shirts, and thick cotton or denim long pants.
Fee: $250
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Age: 14 +
http://salemartworks.com/artist-programs/glass
June 14
BOAT & BARBECUE
Battenkill Valley Outdoors
1:00 pm - 7:30 pm
All Afternoon Adventure
Paddling Instruction and
Farm to Table Snack & Picnic
$75 with reservation made 36 hours in advance
http://battenkillvalleyoutdoors.com
June 14, 15
21ST ANNUAL WHIPPLE CITY FESTIVAL
Village Parks, Main St., Greenwich, NY
8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Two-day community event with something for the entire family; opening Friday 6pm with "Friday Night at the Movies"-themed Parade & an evening concert by "Hair of the Dog"; Saturday starts with a 5K Race at 8:30am, plus an Artisans's Market 9am-6pm. Two days of great food, continuous live entertainment, family carnival games, exhibits & info booths, free horse & wagon rides through village, & more. Open 'til 10pm each night; Free Admission. Sponsored by the Greater Greenwich Chamber of Commerce. Includes a book sale & ice cream social at the Greenwich Library, and tours of "Rough & Ready Engine Co. #2 Museum" on Main St. For details, call (518)692-7979 or email: info@greenwichchamber.org
http://www.greenwichchamber.org/events.asp
June 15, 16
INTRODUCTION TO BLACKSMITHING
Salem Art Works
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
In this two day class students will learn skills and techniques of traditional and modern iron working as well as the equipment, safety, and tools used. On day one, participants will gain a basic understanding of blacksmithing by designing and forging a pair of functional tongs. On day two, students will use the tools that they have created to complete a small project of their own design.
Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Age: 14+ *Students under the age of 14 must have parental supervision.
Fee: $140
http://salemartworks.com/workshops/june-workshops
June 15
SILK SCREEN WORKSHOP
Salem Art Works
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
In this two day beginner's workshop, students will learn how to make printable images on cloth or paper using silk screens. Students should come with their own materials to print on and are encouraged to bring a selection of sketches and images to work from. Suggested items to use as printing surfaces include heavy weight paper, shirts, handbags, and linens.*
*No fuzzy material or nylon.
Level: Beginner
Fee: $125
salemartworks.com/workshops/june-workshops
June 15
WELDING 1 WORKSHOP
Salem Art Works
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
In this two day beginner's workshop, students will spend the first day being introduced to oxy-acetylene welding, heating, and bending. For the purpose of expediency, MIG welding will be the primary focus, but workshops can be customized. Students will be led through health and safety instruction and then will practice the basic techniques on scrap metal provided.
With these skills, students will spend the second day constructing a metal piece of their own creation. Students should come with ideas or sketches of work they are interested in fabricating. If more time is needed to complete projects, students may use the welding facilities the following week, working independently, for an hourly rate. Please contact the SAW office for details.
Long sleeved cotton shirts, thick cotton or denim long pants, and leather boots are required. Students should bring pencil and paper to sketch out ideas and take notes.
Level: Beginner
Age: 14+
Fee: $150
http://salemartworks.com/workshops/june-workshops
June 15
WHIPPLE CITY 5K RUN & FUN WALK
Greenwich Central School, Greenwich, NY
8:00 am
Come run this great 5K race through the beautiful countryside of Greenwich, beginning at 8:30am, and stay to enjoy the downtown Whipple City Festival & all it has to offer. Participants: $20 pre-pay or $25 day of the run. Information at (518)692-7979 or email: info@greenwichchamber.org
http://www.greenwichchamber.org/events.asp
June 16
YOGA PADDLENIC
Battenkill Valley Outdoors
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Three local businesses team up to offer you a great day outdoors. Kayaking, yoga and a great local foods lunch. The day unfolds like a summer day of your youth.
http://battenkillvalleyoutdoors.com
June 17 - December 15
SUNDAY MORNING BREAKFAST
BPOE #2223 Elks
8:30 am - 11:00 am
Sunday Morning Breakfast- Breakfast Buffet w/ made to order Omelet Station
Adults $6.00/Seniors $5.00/Youth 12 & under $4.00 Under 5 FREE
(THE THIRD SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH)
June 18 - August 27
SUMMER STORY TIME
Battenkill Books
10:00 am - 12:00 am
Story Hour will be held each Tuesday morning in June, July, and August, at 10:00 am. There is no cost; please provide your own child’s snack and beverage. Ideal for ages 2 – 6. Special guests will appear throughout the summer. Co-sponsored by the Curiosity Forum (Hubbard Hall and Leslie Parke Studio).
http://www.battenkillbooks.com
June 25 - December 18
GREENWICH FARMERS' MARKET AT SEVENTY MAIN
Greenwich FArmers' Market at Seventy Main
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Four season market
May-Oct outside
Nov-April inside
Vegetables, Meats, Poultry, Eggs, Prepared Food, Bread, Jams, Crafts
June 20
YOGA PADDLENIC FOR WOMEN
Battenkill Valley Outdoors
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Yoga & Paddling Instruction
Farm to Table snack & lunch
All day adventure
Meet at BVO 8:30am
$85 with reservation made 36 hours in advance
http://battenkillvalleyoutdoors.com
June 20
AUTHOR TALK
Battenkill Books
7:00 pm - 12:00 am
Meet the Author: Ben Hewitt with new book Saved: How I Quit Worrying About Money and Became the Richest Guy in the World
When Ben Hewitt met Erik Gillard, he was amazed. Here was a real-life rebel living happily and comfortably in small-town Vermont on less than $10,000 per year. Gillard’s no bum. He has a job, a girlfriend, good friends, and strong ties to the community. But how he lives his life–and why–launches Hewitt on a quest to understand the true role of money and mindless consumerism in our lives. By meeting and befriending people like Erik Gillard, Hewitt realized that their happiness was real. What was he–and the rest of a deeply unhappy population–missing?
Saved is the humorous, surprising, and ultimately life-changing result of Hewitt’s quest, a narrative that challenges everything we know about the meaning of money. Hewitt uses his sharp eye for story, exhaustive reporting, and his own experience living below his means to bring what he learned into an even larger context. How does money really work? How can a bankrupt society move forward? The answers are not what you think, and Hewitt has written an important book for our times.
BEN HEWITT is the bestselling author of “The Town That Food Saved “and “Making Supper Safe.” His work has appeared in “Wired,” “The New York Times Magazine,” “Men’s Journal,” “Bicycling,” and others. He lives in Cabot, VT.
June 21, 22, 23
GLASS 101 WORKSHOP
Salem Art Works
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
This three day workshop gives students an opportunity to explore the exciting medium of blown glass. The class will concentrate on a particular aspect such as blowing bubbles, vessel making, or color application. Students will be led through a series of demonstrations of tools and techniques to help them understand the principles of glass blowing and glass sculpture. The class will then try out the techniques as a group. Each student will have the chance to work one on one with an instructor, creating a finished piece to take home. Students are encouraged bring their own ideas, a lot of energy, and patience. Students must wear closed toe shoes, long sleeved cotton shirts, and thick cotton or denim long pants.
Fee: $250
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Age: 14 +
http://salemartworks.com/artist-programs/glass
June 21
MAN OF LA MANCHA
Fort Salem Theater
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Man of La Mancha, The Impossible Dream Musical, produced by The Rose Center Theater, Westminster, California, featuring the Rose Repertory Players. Directed by Tim Nelson. powerful, passionate the voices are superb.
Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m.
Sunday at 2:00 p.m.
http://www.fortsalemtheater.com
June 25 - August 27
SUMMER STORY TIME
Battenkill Books
10:00 am - 12:00 am
Story Hour will be held each Tuesday morning in June, July, and August, at 10:00 am. There is no cost; please provide your own child’s snack and beverage. Ideal for ages 2 – 6. Special guests will appear throughout the summer. Co-sponsored by the Curiosity Forum (Hubbard Hall and Leslie Parke Studio).
http://www.battenkillbooks.com
June 27
FORTY YEARS OF QUILTING JOY
Majken Lambert Sellar
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Majken Lambert Sellar, a passionate local quilter and a member of the Highland Quilt Guild of Argyle, will display almost 50 of her hand-made creations in a one-woman quilting tour de force. The impressive exhibit reflects 40 years of Mrs. Sellar's evolution into a master quilter, with a range of pieces from 100% hand pieced and quilted work from her early years to newer craft that is 100% created by her on a machine. Her artistry includes bed and crib quits, wall hangings, garments, and kitchen decor. Many reflect complex and traditional themes from the Civil War era, with one, the Paducah Nine Patch, containing nearly 5000 pieces. Several select creations will be available for purchase.
http://www.salemcourthouse.org
June 28, 29
OLD FORT HOUSE MUSEUM CELEBRATION OF HERITAGE DAYS
Old Fort House Museum
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
June 28 & 29 Friday & Saturday, Old Fort House Museum Celebration of Heritage Days ~ Visit our book table at the Yacht Basin. Old Fort House Museum. Saturday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm Garage, book, plant & estate sale. Museum open. FREE to Fort Edward residents with proof of residency. 29 Broadway, Fort Edward.
http://www.oldforthousemuseum.com
June 29
GARAGE, BOOK, ESTATE, & PLANT SALE
Old Fort House Museum
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
June 29, Saturday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Garage, book, estate, & plant sale. 25 -29 Broadway, Fort Edward.
http://www.oldforthousemuseum.com
