Library continues Young Naturalists program series
The Cazenovia Public Library will partner with the Izaak Walton League to present the Young Naturalists program series for children ages seven and older. The engaging, hands-on programs are designed to get young people interested in science and connected to conservation and outdoor recreation. The next program — titled “Got Dirt? The Hidden Life of Insects in Soil” — will be held at 4:30 p.m. Monday, April 15, in the Community Room.
The program will explore the ways in which the critters in the soil help the Earth. Participants will make worm and dirt pudding and head outside to dig around for insects. Children are encouraged to dress for the weather and to get dirty. Registration is requested. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Cazenovia Public Library.
The Izaak Walton League was founded in 1922 by 54 avid anglers dedicated to conserving outdoor America for future generations. The environmental organization is named after Izaak Walton, the 17th century author of “The Compleat Angler” — a classic book about the art and spirit of fishing. The League is one of the first conservation organizations to set forth an aggressive course of action to defend wild America by changing public policy.
Young Naturalists and NYS Parks will partner to present an Earth Day event April 22 at Clark Reservation State Park, 6105 E. Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville. Young Naturalist participants from all libraries are invited to attend. Participants will complete a birdcall craft before heading out on a hike to learn all about the park’s birds. Please bring binoculars, if available. To register, email [email protected].
Cornell Cooperative Extension presents ‘Ticks: Avoiding the Bite’
Are you worried about ticks? Would you like to learn more about the pests, bite prevention and tick removal? Please join Ag Subject Educator Tess Southern at the Cazenovia Public Library for a presentation by Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Madison County, with information from NYS Integrated Pest Management and Cornell University. “Ticks: Avoiding the Bite” will be held at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, in the Community Room.
The presentation will cover the different types of ticks, where you can pick them up and common misinformation.
Register for this program at reg.cce.cornell.edu/Ticks_225 or by contacting CCE of Madison County. Questions may be directed to Tess Southern at 315-684-3001, ext. 101.
Cazenovia Public Library to Present Spring Break Explorer Days
Looking for kid-friendly activities over the school break? Join Museum Educator Pat Hill at the Cazenovia Public Library for two fun and educational events. Explorer Days will be held in the Community Room. Registration is requested. Call or stop by the Library to reserve a spot. These programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
‘Know Your Fish’ at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 18
James Everard, an aquatic biologist for New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, will lead an exploration into the fish of NYS. He will teach participants how to identify local species of fish and discuss the different senses that fish use to survive and find food. The presentation will feature hands-on crafts and learning activities.
Everson Museum Program: ‘The Art of the Tile’ at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, April 19
Children ages 8-14 will learn about the history of ceramic tiles and have the opportunity to create their own tiles out of dry clay and to paint the surface with a glitzy paint called Jazz Gloss. The program is inspired by the Everson Museum’s past exhibit “The Art of the Tile.”
Ceramic tiles are one of the world’s oldest decorative forms, dating back to at least the fourth millennium BCE. Over the centuries, tiles have served both an ornamental and functional purpose, covering interior and exterior building surfaces as well as tabletops and other pieces of furniture with abstract designs, geometric patterns and pictorial scenes ranging from simple to elaborate. Their diversity and relative affordability led them to become popular collectibles in the twentieth century. “The Art of the Tile” explores the tiles in the Everson’s international ceramics collection, most of which are American works made during the last two centuries.
Library to screen ‘A Dog’s Way Home’
The Cazenovia Public Library will present the 2019 family adventure film “A Dog’s Way Home” at 1 and 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 19, in the Community Room.
When a dog becomes separated from her beloved owner, she embarks on an epic 400-mile journey through the Colorado wilderness to find him. Along the way, the dog touches the lives of an orphaned mountain lion, a down-on-his-luck veteran and some friendly strangers. The film is rated PG and runs 96 minutes. Free popcorn provided. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Cazenovia Public Library to host waste reduction workshop
The Cazenovia Public Library will host a Waste Reduction workshop at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 20, in the Community Room. Presenter Laura Markley will discuss the impacts of plastic pollution and everyday waste reduction strategies. Her lecture is titled “Waste Not: A Deep Dive into Waste Reduction, First Steps and the Science Behind it.”
Markley is a second year PhD student at Syracuse University in the department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. She is studying the impacts of plastic on human and environmental health. Markley is the founder and operator of Waste-Free PhD, a website tackling scientific misinformation and providing tips on minimal waste living (wastefreephd.com/).
During her presentation, Markley will discuss the ways in which plastic pollution and waste can impact public health and the health of the oceans and other natural ecosystems. She will also explore ways in which we can all better utilize our resources, save money and slowly minimize our waste. According to Markley, making a change can start at home and within our communities. Small changes can influence not only the people around us, but also the businesses that want to thrive in the sustainable economy of the future.
All events at the Cazenovia Public Library are free and open to the public. For more information, call 315-655-9322 or visit cazenoviapubliclibrary.org.
