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December 2020
Virtual Winter Flicks: Space Torah
In 1996 astronaut Dr. Jeff Hoffman brought a small Torah scroll on board Space Shuttle Columbia. While orbiting the earth he combined his inspiration and journey with readings from the Book of Genesis.
Find out more »January 2021
Virtual: Botanical Latin: An Introduction
Join Jennifer Bakshi for a brief history of botanical terminology from the time of the Roman empire through the development of binomial nomenclature by Carl Linnaeus. Jennifer will provide clarification on the meanings of botanical terms, genus, species and family, how the names are formed and the conventions for writing them. You’ll also learn the correct pronunciation of Latin plant names and explore hidden meanings of favorite plant names every gardener should know.
Find out more »Virutal: Bears in the Berkshires
The North American Black Bear plays an important role in the ecosystems of New England. Their incredible strength, senses, and curiosity are often the source of commotion in Berkshire County. Together, we will discuss the natural history of black bears, their role in the ecosystem, and how to maintain safe and positive human-bear interactions.
Find out more »Virtual: Holy Manna Concert Screening
Experience the uniquely American sounds of shape note music with a three-part screening of Holy Manna performed by the early music ensemble Ruckus in collaboration with bass-baritone John Taylor Ward. The series culminates with a live Zoom conversation between Ward, Ruckus ensemble leader and bassoonist Clay Zeller-Townson, and the Clark’s Head of Public Programs Teal Baskerville.
Find out more »Virtual Tour of Arrowhead with Elizabeth Melville
You may already know about Herman Melville and his life at Arrowhead, but for this unique tour, find yourself accompanied by Melville’s wife Elizabeth (Lizzie) as she walks guests through her home and talks about her life there in the mid-19th century. Join Arrowhead docent and actress Francine Ciccarelli as she portrays Elizabeth in the first-person and brings the women and children who lived at Arrowhead to life. Check website for registration.
Find out more »Virtual: An Introduction to Koji and Miso-Making at Home
Join Mark Phillips of EarthCultures for an introduction to Aspergillus Oryzae, or Koji, the fungus responsible for miso, soy sauce, sake and other traditional Japanese fermented foods and beverages. Using ‘Miso, Tempeh, Natto, and Other Tasty Ferments’ (Storey Publishing, 2019) as a guide, this workshop is a primer on home and restaurant-scale koji-making and its many uses in ancient foodways and contemporary culinary techniques.
Find out more »Winter Birds at TurnPark
TurnPark Art Space and Mass Audubon collaborate for an evening of birds and their lovely evening chorus. A Mass Audubon Guide will take you through the art space learning about the many birds that spend the chilly winter among the statues. Space is limited to 10 participants; registration is required with no 'walk-in' participants allowed. $15 suggested donation.
Find out more »Tracking Workshop: Cats and Canines
Search for tracks, scat, and other signs of our elusive wild cats and dogs that roam the fields and forests at Canoe Meadows. Focusing on long-legged creatures, we will dig deep into how they stealthily walk, lope, and gallop across the landscape and what we can learn from clues they leave behind. Reservations required.
Find out more »Virtual: Yoga Class with Hanna
These virtual weekly classes are a blend of Vinyasa and Katonah Yoga, with some touches of breathwork and meditative moments. Be ready to move as well as slow down. Expect Taoist theory, imaginative metaphors, and lots of esoteric dialogue.
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