Community Calendar

Join us for fun and interactive programming inspired by the art of Norman Rockwell and Walter Wick, creator of the I Spy books for children. Try your hand at making art inspired by these beloved illustrators.  You’ll want to return again and again with a variety of fun and engaging experiences for the whole family; it’s the perfect way to spend some quality time together on your Saturdays this summer!

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Sandglass announces its inaugural Legacy Series, featuring all of our currently touring original works.

This series includes both legacy pieces and original works created by Sandglass’s next generation of Puppet Theater makers. Legacy pieces are named in honor of Sandglass Founders Eric Bass and Ines Zeller Bass, who, in part, originated some of the work that will be presented.

Each show will include a special post show community puppetry “taster,” offering a glimpse into Sandglass’ approach to creating theater with puppets. As a touring company that spends much of our year performing in other parts of the world, this series is a response to popular demand from our hometown audience to perform our work locally.

The next performance in this series is: Oma
In the Sandglass Theater Tent

A joyful story of celebration, generations, and storytelling in yarn
Conceived and Performed by Jana Zeller and Shoshana Bass
Directed by Ines Zeller Bass
Music composed and recorded by Molly Gawler and the Gawler Family Band

Oma says that knitting is not just pom pom hats and sweaters. Oma's knitting contains whole stories! This family show by Shoshana Bass and Jana Zeller is an intergenerational tale that revolves around Grandma or “Oma." It is her birthday and all are preparing for the celebration. While the grown-ups manage work phone calls, playdate logistics and other such tasks, the children get into mischief with party decorating, present wrapping, and cake baking. Finally they all gather around for one of Oma's stories told in yarn. One character emerges from the tangle of wool and nearly ruins the party.

But not to worry, all ends well at Oma's house.

Come celebrate the living tradition of puppetry in Vermont!

The 6th Annual College Transition Conference for Academic, Campus, and Life Success, hosted by MGM College Services, will be Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, from 11am to 1 pm CST.

This virtual event is designed to prepare students for different parts of college life. A unique part of the conference is a blend of information and resources for students, parents, and families. Why? Going to college is more than a journey for students; it is often a family experience that takes planning and specific steps to succeed.

With a direct focus on 2025 high school graduates, college freshmen, and their parents, the organizer, Marilyn Gilbert-Mitchell, believes and practices family holistic college planning that starts early and partners with family members.

According to Gilbert-Mitchell, a veteran educator and college access professional, “so often parents and students focus on scholarships, which is an enormous concern for many families, yet they start the process late and overlook other critical parts of college success.”

Bringing several decades of combined professional experiences, the College Transition Conference is for the entire family with topics, resources, and action steps for everyone. Presenters are experts in their fields with roles and experiences across ages, levels, and demographics.

Students and parents are encouraged to register separately, watch together, and discuss afterwards to extend the conference experience.

Registration is free and open now at https://collegetransitionconf2025.eventbrite.com with VIP tickets available.

Join Us for a fun-filled time featuring many craft vendors, raffles, music, brews and much more!
We're celebrating the special memories we share with our feline friends by creating plenty of "Purrfect moments" - from playful selfies to joyful times together. Join us for a day full of fun, community, and love for cats.
All proceeds HTAT raises will help cats and the people who love them in our community. We help shelter cats and people through low-cost spay/neuter, pet food pantry, and other programs.

Sandglass announces its inaugural Legacy Series, featuring all of our currently touring original works.

This series includes both legacy pieces and original works created by Sandglass’s next generation of Puppet Theater makers. Legacy pieces are named in honor of Sandglass Founders Eric Bass and Ines Zeller Bass, who, in part, originated some of the work that will be presented.

Each show will include a special post show community puppetry “taster,” offering a glimpse into Sandglass’ approach to creating theater with puppets. As a touring company that spends much of our year performing in other parts of the world, this series is a response to popular demand from our hometown audience to perform our work locally.

The next performance in this series is: Oma
In the Sandglass Theater Tent

A joyful story of celebration, generations, and storytelling in yarn
Conceived and Performed by Jana Zeller and Shoshana Bass
Directed by Ines Zeller Bass
Music composed and recorded by Molly Gawler and the Gawler Family Band

Oma says that knitting is not just pom pom hats and sweaters. Oma's knitting contains whole stories! This family show by Shoshana Bass and Jana Zeller is an intergenerational tale that revolves around Grandma or “Oma." It is her birthday and all are preparing for the celebration. While the grown-ups manage work phone calls, playdate logistics and other such tasks, the children get into mischief with party decorating, present wrapping, and cake baking. Finally they all gather around for one of Oma's stories told in yarn. One character emerges from the tangle of wool and nearly ruins the party.

But not to worry, all ends well at Oma's house.

Come celebrate the living tradition of puppetry in Vermont!

This 148-year family-fun tradition features concerts, exciting midway rides for all ages, Guinness World Record-holding unicyclist Wesley Williams - The One Wheel Wonder, Puppy Pals Live stunt show, Big Top Super Circus, Dock Dogs, demo derbies, truck & tractor pulls, livestock events, Clydesdales, Heritage Village, chainsaw sculpting & auction, harness racing, Taste of New York, 4-H & community exhibits, contests and favorite fair food.

Daily highlights:
• Immortal Wrestling (8 pm Tuesday)
• The Marshall Tucker Band (8:30 pm Wednesday)
• Parmalee (8:30 pm Thursday)
• Skeeter Creek (8 pm Friday)
• Chubby Checker & The Wildcats (8 pm Saturday)
• Demolition Derby Championship (5:30 pm Sunday)

Pay-one-price admission: $17 Tuesday, $20 Wednesday - Thursday, $22 Friday - Sunday (unlimited midway rides, shows & parking). Free admission for kids 2 & younger and $5 rides for those 36" or taller. See the website for senior and military appreciation days.

Fair hours: 9 am - midnight. Midway hours: 4-11 pm Tuesday and noon-11 pm Wednesday - Sunday

More information: 518-234-2123 or www.SunshineFair.org

The Schoharie County Sunshine Fair is presented by the nonprofit Cobleskill Agricultural Society.

Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016!

Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all ages. Complete the adventure as quickly as possible to win first place or take your time and enjoy the journey. Price is per team, not per person. Groups can be any size, but small groups are recommended for the best experience.

Enter the code EVENTPASS on the payment page for a $10 discount!

Most locations are available daylight hours every day.

The 138th annual fair features exciting midway rides for the whole family, racing pigs, The Flying Cortes Trapeze Spectacular, DockDogs, Acrobat Circus, live music, motorsports, livestock events, Dan the Snakeman reptile experience, Butterfly Encounter, illusionist show, The Bigfoot Experience, Wheels of Agriculture game show, Agri-Puppets, exhibits, contests and favorite fair food.

Entertainment highlights: Woodshed Prophets (7:30pm Monday); Cowboy Mounted Shooting (8pm Tuesday); Trick Shot Band (7pm Wednesday); The Beadle Brothers (7:30pm Thursday); Nashville recording artist Canaan James (5pm Friday); Jason Wicks Band (7pm Saturday)

Gate admission: $10 (free for kids 12 & younger)

Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36" & taller) are $35 on site or online before midnight Aug. 10 for $25.

Visit the website for advance ride ticket savings and $8 grandstand events including demolition derbies, truck & tractor pulls and 406 FMX Stunt Show.

The fair opens daily at 8am. Midway hours: 1-11pm Monday and noon-11pm Tuesday -Saturday

More information: 607-865-4763 or DelawareCountyFair.org

Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016!

Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all ages. Complete the adventure as quickly as possible to win first place or take your time and enjoy the journey. Price is per team, not per person. Groups can be any size, but small groups are recommended for the best experience.

Enter the code EVENTPASS on the payment page for a $10 discount!

Most locations are available daylight hours every day.

WELCOME to SUMMER 2025!

SCDT SUMMER DANCE WEEK 2025 in the WORKROOM at 33 Hawley Street, in Northampton!

FEATURING CLASSES, WORKSHOPS and PERFORMANCES, all levels welcome!

With SCDT Affiliate artists: Chloe London, Jen Polins, Kate Martel, MaryBeth Brooker, Ellie Goudie-Averill, Chelsea Perry and LAUREN HORN- SUBIRA Vs. MOVEMENT- artist in residence!
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