250th Anniversary of Last Council with Haudenosaunee at Johnson Hall State Historic Site
Historic Site Manager Wade Wells will deliver a presentation focusing on changing borders, trade, military and political circumstances throughout the 1760?s and early 1770?s which led to violent unrest on the western frontier. His discussion will also focus on the death of Sir William during this council and the immediate effect on local politics and the management of the British Northern Department of Indian Affairs. See less
Hands on History for Kids: Elizabeth Leads the Way! Elizabeth Cady Stanton & the Fight for Suffrage at Fulton County Museum
Join the Fulton County Historical Society on special Thursday mornings for Hands on History at the museum! Each week, we?ll focus on a different theme and use our exhibits and collections to explore these themes in local history. We?ll finish the morning with a craft activity. This program is geared toward ages 5-10. This week, we'll explore Fulton County's role in the fight for women's suffrage with a story time (''Elizabeth Leads the Way'' by Tanya Lee Stone). Then you'll have a chance to make your own suffrage sashes and posters inspired by examples from history. This series is made possible through the support of the Fulton County Board of Supervisors and the Fulton County Historian?s Office. See less
Healthy Living Free Adult Aqua Aerobics at City of Amsterdam Pool
?????Hey Amsterdam, TONIGHT we kick off Healthy Living Sponsored by MVP Health Care with Free Adult Aqua Aerobics! Adults/Seniors can enjoy a kid free time at the pool! ??Join us on Tuesday & Thursday 5:30PM-6:30PM, July 2nd - July 11th AND August 6th - August 15th No registration needed to participate. For more information please contact Michele Pawlik at mpawlik@amsterdamny.gov. #SoMuchToDoInAmsterdamNY #summervibes #healthylifestyle #onlyinamsterdamny #AdvanceAmsterdam #FestCityUSA
Kids Culinary Art Program Week at Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts
Kid's Culinary Art Program Join us for a fun-filled culinary adventure at the Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts! Our Kid's Culinary Art Program is the perfect opportunity for budding young chefs to explore their creativity in the kitchen. In this week long in-person event, children will learn the basics of cooking and baking, as well as develop their own unique recipes. Our instructors will guide them through hands-on activities, teaching them essential cooking techniques and introducing them to a variety of ingredients. Through engaging and interactive lessons, your child will gain valuable culinary skills while having a blast. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to ignite your child's passion for cooking! Sign up now for the Kid's Culinary Art Program! Important Kids Art Program Information: ? Openings in the Nigra Arts Center Kids Art Programs are very limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. ? All children must be signed in and signed out by a parent/guardian. ? There will be no refunds or exchanges for any of the programs unless the Nigra Arts Center cancels. ? Payment is due in full at the time of registration. Payment secures your child?s spot in the program. ? All programs will run daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be early drop off at 8:00 a.m. and each child needs to be picked up by 4:00 p.m. Fun activities will be provided! ? Members receive a 20% discount. Don't forget to enter the promotional code in the registration window.
Summer Community Swim Program at JHS Pool
Beginning Monday, July 8, the pool will be open to the public from 10 a.m. ? noon, Mondays through Thursdays. The program runs through Thursday, August 15. No pre-registration is required and there is no fee to participate. Participants should park near the tennis courts and use the rear entrance by the bus circle. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult who is 18 or older. Toddlers must wear protective swimming diapers in the pool. Participants are allowed to bring personal swimming aides (devices intended to help you stay afloat and swim). Pool floats are prohibited. ?Our winter swim program was well attended by members of our community and the District is pleased to also offer free access to our beautiful pool during the height of summer,? Superintendent of Schools Dr. William Crankshaw said. ?Fulton County ? the ?Land of 44 Lakes? ? provides many opportunities for residents to enjoy the great outdoors on the water through swimming, kayaking, and boating on its beautiful lakes,? he added. ?We hope that our summer program provides swimmers of all ages the opportunity to learn and gain more confidence in the water in a supervised setting, so that they can fully enjoy all our area has to offer.?
Watercolor Boats with Cheryl Bielli, Instructor Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts
Introduced at a sip-n-paint at Lapland Lake Vacation Center and based on a photo of its beach, this watercolor uses simple shapes and invites improvisation and creative interpretation in the background and sky. Suitable for beginners; moderate difficulty. *Members receive a 20% discount. Don't forget to enter the promotional code in the registration window! Please be aware that no refunds or exchanges will be issued for classes or events unless it is canceled by the Nigra Arts Center.
