Community Calendar

Wildlife Ecology Research is an intensive two-week day program where high school students learn basic ecological principles through hands-on research experience. Ecologists from colleges and universities around the region will instruct students on broad topics in ecology. Wildlife Ecology Research culminates in small group research projects that are mentored by program staff as well as by undergraduate Odum Interns. This program aims to provide a significant academic experience that will help students prepare for courses and research experiences at the college level while letting them explore career options in the natural sciences.
This is a two-week program (M-F)

CRVN is excited to invite you to our Summer Stroll Event—a relaxed and fun morning in Albany's Washington Park where you can take a break from your routine, breathe in the fresh air, and join community members for a leisurely stroll to make new connections with like-minded individuals.
This event is free and open to everyone, so bring your friends and family! Meet fellow vegans and veg-curious individuals who understand your journey and can offer support, tips, and friendship.
Strolls will be held every other Sunday, starting June 22 and running through Labor Day.
🗓 Stroll Dates:
• Sunday, June 22
• Sunday, July 6
• Sunday, July 20
• Sunday, August 3
• Sunday, August 17
• Sunday, August 31
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
📍 Meeting Location: Washington Park Lake House, Washington Park Road, Albany, NY
🅿️ Parking Info: Free street parking on Western and Madison
🙋🏼‍♀️ Host: Valentina valentina@capregionvegans.org

The Norman Rockwell Museum is honored to present a rare series of early twentieth century lighting advertisements by Norman Rockwell and fellow Golden Age illustrators Maxfield Parrish, N.C. Wyeth, Dean Cornwell, Stanley Arthurs, Worth Brehm, and Charles Chambers created for Edison Mazda Lamps, a division of the General Electric Company. These luminous, richly painted works were widely circulated in published advertisements through the 1920s and are on loan to the Museum for the first time through the generosity of GE Aerospace.

“Once a Tree: Continuity, Creativity, and Connection” explores the deep-rooted significance of trees in Haudenosaunee culture, tradition, and creative expression. Featuring the work of 42 artists and more than 100 objects—including decorative and utilitarian baskets, cradleboards, snowshoes, ladles, lacrosse sticks, toys, instruments, carvings, and sleds—this exhibition highlights the important relationship between nature and artistry. Selected from the Museum’s permanent collection, the exhibition was created with guidance from curatorial consultants Terry Chrisjohn III (Oneida), Preston Jacobs (Mohawk), and Sheila Ransom (Mohawk).

"Separated but Unbroken: The Haudenosaunee Boarding School Experience" explores the lasting impact of the Thomas Indian School, once located on the Cattaraugus Reservation south of Buffalo, NY, and The Mohawk Institute near Branford, Ontario. These institutions, which enrolled a significant number of Haudenosaunee students, were part of a larger system that sought to erase Indigenous identities while deeply shaping the lives of those who endured them. Co-curated by Erin Keaton (Mohawk), the exhibition sheds light on Haudenosaunee resilience.

For the first time, The Northeast Center of Conchology and Sealife will be open for 2 consecutive days this summer. 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Saturday 8/2 and Sunday 8/3 at The Tech Valley Center of Gravity, 30 Third Street, Troy. The Center features displays of seashells and sea life from around the world, a gift shop and hands-on experiences. These displays are appropriate for the entire family. We are wheelchair and visually impaired accessible. Join us in air-conditioned comfort. A nominal admission is charged. More information: 518-244-0448

La celebración anual de la Guelaguetza vuelve a tomar el corazón de Poughkeepsie con música, danza, sabor oaxaqueño y espíritu comunitario. Este evento, gratuito y para toda la familia, se llevará a cabo el domingo, 3 de agosto, en el parque Waryas, frente al río Hudson en la ciudad de Poughkeepsie. ¡Con lluvia o con sol, la Guelaguetza no se cancela!
Este año, más de 200 participantes entre bailarines, músicos y cantantes darán vida al festival, que espera recibir a más de 8,000 personas, según contó Felipe Santos, director del Grupo Folklórico de Poughkeepsie (GFP). La edición 18ava de 2025 traerá agrupaciones ya conocidas como el Grupo Folklórico de Poughkeepsie y el Ballet Folklórico Guadalupano, además de nuevas incorporaciones como la banda Maquis Music, compuesta por jóvenes músicos que viajarán desde Los Ángeles, California.

The annual Guelaguetza celebration returns to the heart of Poughkeepsie with music, dance, Oaxacan flavors, and community spirit. This free, family-friendly event will take place on Sunday, August 3, at Waryas Park, on the banks of the Hudson River in the city of Poughkeepsie. Rain or shine, the Guelaguetza will go on!
This year, over 200 participants, including dancers, musicians, and singers, will bring the festival to life, which is expected to welcome more than 8,000 people, according to Felipe Santos, director of the Grupo Folklórico de Poughkeepsie (GFP). The 18th edition in 2025 will feature familiar groups such as the Grupo Folklórico de Poughkeepsie and the Ballet Folklórico Guadalupano, along with new additions like the band Maquis Music, composed of young musicians traveling from Los Angeles, California.

The Lee Cultural Council will present Sundays in the Park July 6 - August 10 in the park in front of the First Congregational Church in downtown Lee. Each week, there will be one to two musical performances taking place from 12:30 to 2:30P and will be held sprinkle or shine. The audience is encouraged to bring their own chairs and to bring a picnic or order takeout from any of Lee’s fine restaurants. If final concert cancelled, rain date will be Sunday, August 17.

Join us on Sunday August 3rd from 2:00 - 4:00 pm in the Regional Galleries of the Arkell Museum for an art reception. Meet the artists of the Three Solo Shows George Dirolf, Jesse Gigandet and Anna Voss. Light refreshments will be available.
This is a free event.

For questions call 518-673-2314 ext. 106 or email info@arkellmuseum.org

Sunday, August 3 at 2 pm, the MTHS’s Train Station will house an exhibit of the works of Nathan Dolinsky (1890 – 1980), an artist, instructor, and founder of Camp Schoharie. Nathan Dolinsky was a long-time resident of Hunter, where he painted a variety of subjects in his studio into his 80’s.
He encouraged people to visit the “Dream Garden” a space and home, he designed as a wedding present to his sister, to celebrate the fine arts. He began his formal training at the age of 10 and was the youngest exhibitor at the famous 1913 Armory Exhibition in NYC. At 23 he began a 6 year tenure as an instructor at Cooper Union, married a beautiful nurse named Blossom, toured Europe, and returned to Hunter to found Camp Schoharie in the 1920’s. His works are in the permanent collections of the Smithsonian Institute and the Munson Museum.
The exhibit will include several works and prints of others representing his portraits, landscapes, and still-lifes. It will also include a diorama of the “Dream Garden” grounds and indoor space. The exhibit is curated by Carol Slutzky-Tenerowicz assisted by Johanna Titus. Viewing hours are Saturdays and Sundays during the month of August, from 10-3 each day.

To register for the opening please email mthsdirector@mths.org or call 518-589-6657.

Lebron James’ years playing basketball in Cleveland brought promise, prosperity and renewal to a city in desperate need of all three. Pulitzer Prize-nominee Rajiv Joseph pens an important tale of friendship in this popular new play.

Shawn and Matt forge an unlikely bond through their fandom for ‘King’ Lebron James. Over a 12-year period, from Lebron’s rookie season to an NBA championship, their friendship takes a journey fueled by their love of the game and the King.

Directed by Jammie Patton

“One of the funniest and most moving plays about friendship in years.” –TheatreMania

THURSDAYS, FRIDAYS and SATURDAYS at 8 PM
SUNDAYS at 2 PM