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SUMMARY:Spring Break Camp\, Grades 1-3
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, April 14 – Thursday\, April 17\nSpring Break Camp!\nGrades 1-3: 9:30am – 12:30pm \nSpend your vacation exploring the wild and wonderful natural world at White Memorial. Meet live animals up close\, make some awesome crafts\, tromp around the woods\, and play fun games\, all while learning some cool things along the way. A snack will be served between adventures. Parents/Guardians are welcome to stay\, but it is not necessary. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Space is limited. Children should be dressed for the weather with appropriate footwear. Bring a water bottle. Advanced registration is required. Space is limited! You can sign up by day or for the whole week. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. Members: $25/child per session or $90/child for the week. Non-members: $40/child per session or $150/child for the week \nRegister HERE!
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/spring-break-camp-grades-1-3/2025-04-14/
LOCATION:White Memorial – A.B. Ceder Room
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T140000
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SUMMARY:Gyotaku: Japanese Fish Print Making Workshop with Cynthia Mitchell
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 12\, 2025 \nGyotaku is the traditional Japanese method of printing fish\, a practice which dates to the mid-1800s. This form of nature printing\, where ink is applied to a fish which is then pressed onto paper\, was used by fishermen to record their catches\, but has also become an art form of its own. Join artist Christine Mitchell in experimenting with this simple but beautiful printmaking technique utilizing both whole fish and also silicone cast fish forms. All materials included. 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.\, A. B. Ceder Room. Limited to 25 participants. Members: $30.00 Non-Members: $45.00 Pre-registration is required. Register here: Gyotaku Registration \nAll ages welcome. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/gyotaku-japanese-fish-print-making-workshop-with-cynthia-mitchell/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T090000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115911
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SUMMARY:Qigong at the Museum with Judith Erhman-Shapiro
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays \nApril 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, May 7\, 14\, 2025 \n8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.\, A. B. Ceder Room \nQigong consists of simple\, accessible exercises whose aim is to strengthen the body\, to access subtle layers of energy\, to align and harmonize body structures\, to release unwanted tension\, and to maximize the role of breath in promoting health. Recognized for centuries in the East\, qigong is both poetic and functional. It can be done standing or seated and requires no special clothes or props. This spring\, we are offering a 6-class series on Wednesday mornings from 8-9am in the Ceder Room. It will run from April 9 through May 14. This class requires no previous experience. \nThe cost will be $12 per class. Money can be exchanged on Venmo\, Square\, Cash\, or Check. Please contact Judith to make these arrangements. Each class attended donates $2 to the White Memorial Conservation Center! \nContact Information: Phone or text 860-309-9489. Email can be sent to judith.ehrmanshapiro@gmail.com \nJudith Ehrman-Shapiro\, PhD\, BC-DMT\, NCC\, RYT is a psychotherapist\, dance-movement therapist\, nationally certified counselor\, and certified qigong and yoga instructor. Her private practice\, the Evolving Center\, is in Winsted. She is a proud member of the White Memorial Conservation Center\, where she has been sharing her love of yoga since 2015!
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/qigong-at-the-museum-with-judith-erhman-shapiro/2025-04-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T170000
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SUMMARY:Nature's Nursery Series\, Spring 2025 - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, April 3\, May 1\, June 5\nAges 3-6 Years\nNature’s Nursery\, Spring 2025\n4:00pm\nJoin us on the first Thursday of each month from April – June for an engaging program designed just for your young nature lovers. Every session will last 45 minutes – 1 hour and include a story\, an encounter with a live animal\, and an activity or craft. Some of our activities might be outside\, so dress for the weather and wear good walking shoes. Advanced registration is required. To register\, visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857. Space is limited. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. We require that one parent/caretaker stay for the duration of the program\, but our room cannot accommodate more than one adult per child. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. Members: $9/child per session or $24/whole series\, Non-Members: $13/child per session or $36/whole series \nThis “Nature’s Nursery” Series is now SOLD OUT. Please check again in June to register for the Summer Series. 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/natures-nursery-series-spring-2025/2025-04-03/
LOCATION:White Memorial – A.B. Ceder Room
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T153000
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SUMMARY:White Memorial Conservation Center and The Institute for American Indian Studies presents: Stories from the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 29\, 2025 \n“Etuaptmumk” is a Mi’kmaw saying that translates to “Two-Eyed Seeing.” This concept refers to learning how to see the strengths of Indigenous knowledge from one eye and the strengths of Western knowledge from the other. Join Environmental Educator Colleen Harrak from White Memorial and Educational Outreach Ambassador Darlene Kascak (Schaghticoke Tribal Nation) from the Institute for American Indian Studies for a two-eyed seeing look at local woodland animals and the lessons they teach. Colleen will show several live animal ambassadors while Darlene shares traditional Native American stories about these animals. Advanced registration is required. To register\, please call 860-567-0857 or visit whitememorialcc.org. Space is limited. This program will take place in the A.B. Ceder Room at White Memorial.  Members of White Memorial $5/person\, Non-Members $15/person\, Please pre-register: Stories from the Animals Registration
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/white-memorial-conservation-center-and-the-institute-for-american-indian-studies-presents-stories-from-the-animals/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T171500
DTSTAMP:20260501T115911
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SUMMARY:After-School Adventures\, Grades 1-3 - March 2025
DESCRIPTION:Grades 1-3: Tuesdays in March (March 4\, 11\, 18\, 25)\nGrades 4-6: Wednesdays in March (March 5\, 12\, 19\, 26)\nAfter-School Adventures\n4:00-5:15pm\nBring your kids out to White Memorial for programs designed to awaken curiosity and foster an appreciation for the natural world. Every session brings a new adventure\, whether it’s exploring a new part of White Memorial property\, meeting a live animal\, or taking part in an outdoor activity. Children should be dressed for the weather with appropriate footwear. Adults are welcome to stay\, but it is not necessary. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Advanced registration and payment are required. Visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857 to register. Space is limited. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. For Grades 1-3\, admission is $9/child per session for members and $13/child per session for non-members. For Grades 4-6\, admission is FREE for both members and non-members thanks to a generous sponsorship from the Torrington Savings Foundation. \nTHIS PROGRAM IS NOW SOLD OUT. Please email carrie@whitememorialcc.org if you would like to be put on a waiting list. 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/after-school-adventures-grades-1-3-3/2025-03-25/
LOCATION:White Memorial – A.B. Ceder Room
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115911
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SUMMARY:Bulgaria: A Journey to the Edge of Europe with Gerri Griswold
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 22\, 2025 \nTravel to the far reaches of Europe with Gerri Griswold and discover the riches of Bulgaria. Griswold and her “traveling triumvirate” were drawn here to experience the annual Surva International Festival of Masquerade Games in Pernik\, where\, since pagan times\, men and now women\, dress in elaborate costumes representing spirits who chase away evil winter and welcome the upcoming spring. The costumes cover most of the body and include decorated wooden masks of animals (sometimes double-faced) and large bells attached to the belt. Lively dancing is part of the event. We’ll also visit Bulgaria’s capital\, Sofia\, and learn about this ancient nation’s rich history both past and present. From Roman ruins to decrepit reminders of Communism\, from the Black Sea to the breathtaking Rila Monastery set high in the mountains…..you’ll fall in love with this ancient country. 2:00 p.m.\, A. B. Ceder Room and Microsoft Teams\, Members: FREE\, Non-Members: $10.00. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Register online:Bulgaria Registration \nA Microsoft Teams link will be provided when you register.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/bulgaria-a-journey-to-the-edge-of-europe-with-gerri-griswold/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T171500
DTSTAMP:20260501T115911
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T220117Z
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SUMMARY:After-School Adventures\, Grades 1-3 - March 2025
DESCRIPTION:Grades 1-3: Tuesdays in March (March 4\, 11\, 18\, 25)\nGrades 4-6: Wednesdays in March (March 5\, 12\, 19\, 26)\nAfter-School Adventures\n4:00-5:15pm\nBring your kids out to White Memorial for programs designed to awaken curiosity and foster an appreciation for the natural world. Every session brings a new adventure\, whether it’s exploring a new part of White Memorial property\, meeting a live animal\, or taking part in an outdoor activity. Children should be dressed for the weather with appropriate footwear. Adults are welcome to stay\, but it is not necessary. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Advanced registration and payment are required. Visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857 to register. Space is limited. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. For Grades 1-3\, admission is $9/child per session for members and $13/child per session for non-members. For Grades 4-6\, admission is FREE for both members and non-members thanks to a generous sponsorship from the Torrington Savings Foundation. \nTHIS PROGRAM IS NOW SOLD OUT. Please email carrie@whitememorialcc.org if you would like to be put on a waiting list. 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/after-school-adventures-grades-1-3-3/2025-03-18/
LOCATION:White Memorial – A.B. Ceder Room
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115911
CREATED:20211122T135040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T145642Z
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SUMMARY:9th Annual Nature Trivia Night!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 21\, 2026 \nCome on\, Brainiacs! Are you afraid of the challenge brought forth by our team of experts? Cerebrum\, Cerebellum\, Medulla Oblongata\, Hippocampus…How big are yours? Are you even remotely prepared to test your nature knowledge at our 6th Annual Nature Trivia Night? Teams of up to six (we HIGHLY encourage team costumes) will compete for a valuable prize. Register individually\, but form teams beforehand. No team? No problem! We’ll put you on a team when you arrive. \nBring dinner and  BYOB. Dessert\, coffee\, tea\, and water will be provided. Accept the challenge! 7:00 P.M.\, Carriage House\, ALL TICKETS: $15.00 \nPre-registration  required: Nature Trivia Registration \n 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/nature-trivia-night/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T171500
DTSTAMP:20260501T115911
CREATED:20250106T184851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T220117Z
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SUMMARY:After-School Adventures\, Grades 1-3 - March 2025
DESCRIPTION:Grades 1-3: Tuesdays in March (March 4\, 11\, 18\, 25)\nGrades 4-6: Wednesdays in March (March 5\, 12\, 19\, 26)\nAfter-School Adventures\n4:00-5:15pm\nBring your kids out to White Memorial for programs designed to awaken curiosity and foster an appreciation for the natural world. Every session brings a new adventure\, whether it’s exploring a new part of White Memorial property\, meeting a live animal\, or taking part in an outdoor activity. Children should be dressed for the weather with appropriate footwear. Adults are welcome to stay\, but it is not necessary. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Advanced registration and payment are required. Visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857 to register. Space is limited. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. For Grades 1-3\, admission is $9/child per session for members and $13/child per session for non-members. For Grades 4-6\, admission is FREE for both members and non-members thanks to a generous sponsorship from the Torrington Savings Foundation. \nTHIS PROGRAM IS NOW SOLD OUT. Please email carrie@whitememorialcc.org if you would like to be put on a waiting list. 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/after-school-adventures-grades-1-3-3/2025-03-11/
LOCATION:White Memorial – A.B. Ceder Room
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115911
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T172901Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Hike Through the Solnit Parcel to Camp Columbia FULL
DESCRIPTION:This hike has been postponed\, all that registered have been emailed with the new date and time! \nSaturday\, March 8\, 2025 \nTHIS HIKE IS FULL! Please email kelly@whitememorialcc.org to be put on a wait list. Thank you! \nTake a walk through this historic property in search of bear\, deer\, and rabbit tracks and sign and arriving waterfowl flying overhead. Pay a visit to “The Bear Cave” and explore the diverse rock formations left behind when a mile high glacier rolled through these parts about 17\,000 years ago! Climb the Tower at Camp Columbia and finish the walk with a treat! Wear sturdy\, waterproof boots. Bring a walking stick. Dress for the weather! We’ll be off-roading! 10:00 A.M.\, LIMITED TO 15! Meet in front of the A. B. Ceder Room. \nFREE…Donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses. Please pre-register
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/winter-hike-through-the-solnit-parcel-to-camp-columbia/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T171500
DTSTAMP:20260501T115911
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T220117Z
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SUMMARY:After-School Adventures\, Grades 1-3 - March 2025
DESCRIPTION:Grades 1-3: Tuesdays in March (March 4\, 11\, 18\, 25)\nGrades 4-6: Wednesdays in March (March 5\, 12\, 19\, 26)\nAfter-School Adventures\n4:00-5:15pm\nBring your kids out to White Memorial for programs designed to awaken curiosity and foster an appreciation for the natural world. Every session brings a new adventure\, whether it’s exploring a new part of White Memorial property\, meeting a live animal\, or taking part in an outdoor activity. Children should be dressed for the weather with appropriate footwear. Adults are welcome to stay\, but it is not necessary. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Advanced registration and payment are required. Visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857 to register. Space is limited. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. For Grades 1-3\, admission is $9/child per session for members and $13/child per session for non-members. For Grades 4-6\, admission is FREE for both members and non-members thanks to a generous sponsorship from the Torrington Savings Foundation. \nTHIS PROGRAM IS NOW SOLD OUT. Please email carrie@whitememorialcc.org if you would like to be put on a waiting list. 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/after-school-adventures-grades-1-3-3/2025-03-04/
LOCATION:White Memorial – A.B. Ceder Room
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221014T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221014T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115911
CREATED:20220720T192937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T182241Z
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SUMMARY:Reading and Book Signing “Wren the Weeping Willow Fairy” by Kate Kyres
DESCRIPTION:Book signing\, reading\, and reception in the Museum on Friday\, July 11\, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. \nHike to the Little Pond Boardwalk with Kate Kyres: Saturday\, July 12\, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. \nAuthor Kate Kyres’ life has been shaped “by countless walks that I have taken on the boardwalk at Little Pond.” Kate has photographed her daughter at the majestic Crack Willow. This willow plays an important role in Kyres’ beautiful\, whimsical book\, “Wren the Weeping Willow Fairy.” \nCome to the Nature Museum on Friday evening\, July 11\, 2025\, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 pm for a reading\, signing\, and reception celebrating Kate’s beautiful book! \nOn Saturday morning\, July 12\, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.\, Join Kate for an interpretive stroll along The Little Pond Boardwalk to Wren’s Willow.  Meet at the main entrance to the Little Pond Boardwalk at 121 Whites Woods Road. \nPlease pre-register for the reception: \nFREE… Donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses. \n 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/wren-the-weeping-willow-fairy/2022-10-14/
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