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Due to scheduling conflicts this month's meeting has been moved up to Monday, August 14
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A Week in the Life of Great Aunt Nellie
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Saturday, August 12
2 - 4pm
Saddlemire Homestead
2190 Berne-Altamont Road, Knox
A tribute to the "improvements" that eased weekly chores at the close of the 19th century.
Featuring a washing machine made in Knox, a Davis Swing Churn and human powered vacuum cleaners.
Sponsored by the Knox Historical Society
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Discover the Hilltowns Tour
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Discover the Hilltowns: Farms and Artisans Tour
Saturday & Sunday September 16 & 17
10am - 4pm
Berne, Knox, Rensselaerville, Westerlo
Tour the Hilltowns on our 7th annual self-guided driving tour of farms, artisans, crafters, local businesses, eating establishments, and other places of interest. Re-visit old friends and discover new ones as you explore.
Free maps and more information will be available next month. Our September eNewsletter will have all the details. View event poster here.
Sponsored by Helderberg Hilltowns Association
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Star Parties
Held on Fridays once a month
2017 dates at 8pm: May 19, June 16, July 28, Aug 25, Sept 29; at 7pm: Oct 27, Nov 17
Octagon Barn
588 Middle Rd, Knox (use Delanson 12053 for GPS) click here for map
Different speakers each month with outdoor observing to follow, weather permitting. Amateur astronomers and families are invited to bring binoculars or telescopes. One or more telescopes will be provided by The Dudley Observatory. Family friendly. Program will be held rain or shine, free refreshments, free admission (donations graciously accepted).
For more information, contact:
The Dudley Observatory at miSci
15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady, NY 12308
518-382-7890 ex. 259
www.dudleyobservatory.org/octagonbarn/
valerie.rapson@misci.org
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