Calendar of Programs at Montshire

Review the exciting programs we have planned for children ages 4-13 in the summer of 2008. Montshire Members receive program discounts.

June

Thursday, J U N E  26 What the Ice Age Brought to the Upper Valley

We'll ride by van with Dick Birnie, Dartmouth professor of earth sciences, to observe remnants of the glaciers that covered our area with a mile-thick ice sheet 18,000 years ago. Along the way we will study the layered sediments of Glacial Lake Hitchcock that once flooded the Upper Valley. It's a geological journey back in time, with a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide! 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: Members $100, non-members $110.

July

Sunday, J U L Y  27 Survey of New England Ferns

This course is geared to people with some experience with ferns who want to gain knowledge of the whole group in this region. Discussion includes an examination of photographs and frond silhouettes, and field identification techniques. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Co-sponsored by the New England Wild Flower Society. To register, contact NEWFS at 508-877-7630 (ext. 3303) or visit www.newfs.org. Montshire and NEWFS Members $72, non-members $85.

August

Saturday, A U G U S T  2 Unraveling Dryopteris: the Wood Ferns Workshop

Participants will learn how to distinguish nine species of wood ferns native to New England, and understand their tendency to hybridize. We will identify seven species and several hybrids in the field at Hobbs Fern Sanctuary, a rich environment and biodiversity of ferns and fern allies. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Co-sponsored by the New England Wild Flower Society. To register, contact NEWFS at 508-877-7630 (ext. 3303) or visit www.newfs.org. Montshire and NEWFS Members $55, non-members $65.

Friday, A U G U S T  15 A Pocketful of Wonders

Master storyteller and musician Odds Bodkin will perform this family concert Friday evening at 6 p.m. A Pocketful of Wonders includes music on a plethora of instruments; stories and parables from around the world; and an incredible rock-and-roll finale called The Electric Three Little Pigs. $10 general admission, $8 for Montshire members. Call the Montshire for tickets at 802-649-2200.

Friday, A U G U S T  29 Nature at Night

The night is alive! A Montshire sticker will be your family's ticket to a special evening adventure. Inside the Museum we'll learn about constellations visible in the night sky this fall and find out about the nighttime activities of native mammals. The wonder continues outside on a night walk where we'll use all our senses to observe nature at its most mysterious. Free with Museum admission. 6-9 p.m.

September

Wednesday, S E P T E M B E R  10 (first meeting) Native New England Shrubs

The many species of native New England shrubs display a wide variation in size, shape, and color. This course, instructed by Chris Mattrick, will introduce students to about fifty species growing in this region. Choose one of 3 sections: Wednesdays, Sept. 10 and 24, 6-9 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 13, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; or Sunday, Sept. 21, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. All sessions meet at the Museum. Co-sponsored by the New England Wild Flower Society. To register, contact NEWFS at 508-877-7630 (ext. 3303) or visit www.newfs.org. Montshire and NEWFS Members $195, non-members $225.

 

Note: All activities meet at the Museum and no pre-registration is necessary unless stated otherwise. Call 802 649-2200 for more information.