Family Jewelrymaking Class in Tivoli
Do you ever get tempted to make your own jewelry, but just don’t have the skills or tools for it? Then sign up now for the Family Jewelrymaking Class at the Tivoli Free Library this Saturday, August 1 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Kids aged 6 and up are welcome to learn the basics of jewelrymaking and make a necklace to take home. Kids under 9 years of age require a parent to stay. The workshop is free, but space is limited, so register early.
The Tivoli Free Library is located at 86 Broadway in Tivoli. For more information or to register, call (845) 757-3771 or visit https://tivolilibrary.org.
Bird Festival at Bear Mountain
Have you been to Bear Mountain yet this summer? Make a plan to go this Saturday, August 1, for the Bird Festival, taking place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The family-friendly activities include the Bird Olympics, the Great Migration Challenge, face-painting, nature crafts and more. Bring a picnic to enjoy around Hessian Lake! Entry into the Trailside Museums and Zoo costs $1 per person suggested donation, and there is an $8 parking fee per vehicle at the park entrance.
Bear Mountain State Park is located at 55 Hessian Drive in Bear Mountain. For more information, call (845) 786-2701, extension 293, or visit www.trailsidezoo.org.
Singathon/playathon fundraiser at DCCC
Do you have a starlet who loves the spotlight? A young musician just looking for an audience? This Saturday, August 1 from 2 to 5 p.m., budding stars of all ages can perform at the Dutchess County Community College Music School’s Sing-a-Thon/Play-a-Thon. Participants will request pledges from family and friends for the event, which is a fundraiser for music scholarships.
Dutchess Community College’s James & Betty Hall Theatre is located on campus at 53 Pendell Road in Poughkeepsie. For more information or to register for a performance, call (845) 431-8916 or contact [email protected].
SUNDAY, AUGUST 2
La Guelaguetza Festival on Poughkeepsie waterfront
For those of us unable to vacation south of the border this summer, you can enjoy La Guelaguetza Festival right here at home, featuring traditional Oaxacan music, dance, food and entertainment. La Guelaguetza takes place on Sunday, August 2 from 1 to 7 p.m. at Waryas Park in Poughkeepsie, and it’s free!
Waryas Park is located at 1 Main Street in Poughkeepsie. For more information, call (845) 451-4100 or visit www.cityofpoughkeepsie.com.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4
Summer Birds program at Beacon’s Long Dock Park
Enjoy some great river views while learning about our feathered friends! On Tuesday, August 4, check out the Summer Birds program, lasting from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. The free activities for youth from kindergarten to eighth grade take place at 8 Long Dock Road in Beacon, rain or shine. For more information or to register, call (845) 473-4440, extension 265, or visit www.scenichudson.org.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5
American Girl Teatime at Highland Library
American Girl Dolls and their handlers love tea parties! So get ready for the free American Girl Teatime this Wednesday, August 5 at 3 p.m. at the Highland Public Library. The Library is located at 30 Church Street in Highland. For more information or to register, call (845) 691-2275 or visit www.highlandlibrary.org.
Contribute to World Peace Mural in Saugerties
Looking for a tangible way to create peace in the world? Individuals of any age can submit a drawing, painting, photo or inspiration to be included in a large-scale World Peace Mural by artist and muralist Kelli Bickman. The suggested donation is $1 to $5. The studio is located at 220 Main Street, second floor, in Saugerties. For more information, call (646) 436-8663 or visit https://kellibickman.net/2015/07/world-peace-mural-join-me-in-co-creating.
Erica Chase-Salerno sends birthday wishes to her son this week! She and her husband, Mike, live in New Paltz with their two children: the inspirations behind hudsonvalleyparents.com. She can be reached at [email protected].
Young writers
Young people have a great deal to say and contribute to in the world, and I’d like to encourage them to contribute more pieces here in Kids’ Almanac. In celebration of the art of writing, enjoy!
“My Pen”
by Giada G. Labate
My pen makes the cowardliest man laugh with bravery,
Then my pen helps him win all his battles.
My pen has everyone in the palm of its hand.
It wishes for all war to end.
My pen runs with the clouds right into the sky.
My pen rides a dragon. And hides a red panda underneath my bed.
She is an adventurer and wears a silly space suit.
My pen worries about loneliness.
My pen tells my story.
My pen draws the characters and puts them in their land.
It doesn’t like pencils.
Sometimes my pen draws and draws until ink is on the walls.
So (if you use it wisely) if you have a pen you have the world.
