Today's fading sunset colors seen through the window.
Showing posts with label winter solstice. Show all posts
Showing posts with label winter solstice. Show all posts
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Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky
... at 4:30 p.m. Backyard view of the winter solstice sunset.
Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky
... at 7:20 a.m. on the shortest day of the year. Happy winter solstice!
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Wednesday, December 4, 2019
Make a wreath, celebrate winter solstice, more at Ansonia Nature Center
ANSONIA - The Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center, 10 Deerfield Road, offers a variety of activities in December.
WINTER WREATH WORKSHOP – Dec. 7, 10 a.m.
Celebrate winter and the festive season as you create a wreath from fresh locally grown greens, then decorate your masterpiece with natural trimmings.
Enjoy some warm mulled cider and a cookie too! Wreath frames and wire will be provided. Please bring your own hand clippers.
Enjoy some warm mulled cider and a cookie too! Wreath frames and wire will be provided. Please bring your own hand clippers.
MATERIALS FEE: $15. Call 203-736-1053 to register.
NEEDLE FELTING FOR BEGINNERS – Dec. 7, 2 p.m.
Join in this fun class and learn the art of needle felting. With just one barbed needle you can create some wonderful 3D animals. All supplies will be provided.
MATERIALS FEE: $15. Class size is limited to 12; please register in advance. Ages 12 and up.
MATERIALS FEE: $15. Class size is limited to 12; please register in advance. Ages 12 and up.
STICKS AND STONES PLAYTIME – Dec. 14, 2 p.m.
Get the little ones out of the house for some simple outdoor play so mom or dad can catch up on holiday preparations. Children will construct little cairns or towers by stacking stones and build small log cabins and teepees using sticks. Afterwards warm up with a hot cocoa. FREE family program. Ages 6 and under. (All children must be accompanied by an adult.) Please register.
WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION – Dec. 21, 2–4:30 p.m.
Dec. 21 marks the Winter Solstice: the start of winter, and the longest night and shortest day of the year.
Learn about the journey of the Earth around the Sun, which makes the seasons change.
Join us to celebrate the slow return of the light. We will gather for a relaxed afternoon around the fire at Picnic Pavilion 1. Make a craft, have some cider, and drum in the coming of longer days from 4-4:30 p.m. as the sun sets.
Join us to celebrate the slow return of the light. We will gather for a relaxed afternoon around the fire at Picnic Pavilion 1. Make a craft, have some cider, and drum in the coming of longer days from 4-4:30 p.m. as the sun sets.
Everyone is welcome to this family-friendly event; children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
FEE: $6 per person. Please dress for the outdoors.
FEE: $6 per person. Please dress for the outdoors.
* * * ONGOING PROGRAMS * * *
Creature Features – Saturdays, noon
Sunday Guided Hikes – Sundays, 1 p.m.
Join a Nature Center guide on Sunday afternoons for fun, exercise, and learning about our trails! See the above listings for hikes with a specific theme.
Fiber Arts Group – Tuesdays, 6 p.m.
Get together with others to work on your fiber arts projects! Bring any kind of fiber work—knitting, felting, crocheting, etc. A great way to dedicate time to your handiwork and socialize too. FREE.
This is a press release from the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center.
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Ansonia Nature Center schedules winter activities, craft classes
Photo from Ansonia Nature Center website
NATURE’S CHILD: Getting Ready for Winter – Dec. 4, 10 a.m.
Join us for this morning class developed for 3-to 5 year olds accompanied by an adult.
A themed craft, story, and hike are integrated into each program.
Tuition: $7 per child ($5 for family-level FANCI members and Ansonia residents). Please pre-register for this class for preschoolers and their adults.
BACK TO BASICS: Needle Felting – Dec. 5, 1 p.m.
Bring a dose of your own unique creativity for this class based on an ancient craft.
Dawn Sotir, needlecraft wizard, will inspire you with her beautiful and practical items made from natural fibers. Create a 3D animal of your choice; it’s easier than you think! Advance registration required for this popular program. Fee: $8.
WINTER WREATH WORKSHOP – Dec. 6, 10 a.m.
Celebrate winter and the festive season as you create a wreath from fresh locally grown greens, then decorate your masterpiece with natural trimmings. Enjoy some warm mulled cider and a cookie too! Wreath frames and wire will be provided. $10 materials fee. Please pre-register.
EAGLES OF NEW ENGLAND (Natural History Series) – Dec. 11, 7 p.m.
Join a Connecticut DEEP biologist who will share extensive knowledge and photographs during this program on bald eagles.
Best known as the national emblem of the United States, bald eagles have made a huge comeback in
New England after a precipitous decline due to loss of habitat and nesting trees, food contamination by pesticides
(DDT), and illegal shooting.
Due to the increase in nesting pairs in recent years, the bald eagle’s status was reclassified in Connecticut from endangered to threaten.
Winter is a difficult time for any wildlife species, including bald eagles. Food is harder to find and cold temperatures cause energy stress. Come and learn why it’s important to stay away from nesting areas and to avoid disturbing the birds. The Wildlife Division participates in a midwinter eagle survey in January for the United States Geological Survey; volunteers are always welcome to help!
This Natural History Series is dedicated to the memory of Noble S. Proctor, Ph.D. Free; please pre-register.
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT – Dec. 19
This annual survey provides important data to assess the increase or decline of avian populations worldwide.
After an early morning start, the New Haven Bird Club members will stop at the Nature Center for their lunch at 12:30 or 1 p.m. Be ready to join the members of the club to look and listen along the park’s trails. For adults. Free. Please register.
DRUM IN THE WINTER SOLSTICE – Dec. 19, 5 p.m.
True winter begins on Dec. 21! On that day we’ll have a full 15 hours of darkness! Since June, the days have been getting shorter, but from now on, the reverse will be true. We’ll stoke the fire pit, so bring your drum and other percussion instruments, and warm yourself with good fellowship.
Ranger Dawn will lead us. Free, but bring a canned food item for our local homeless shelter; please register.
HOLIDAY NATURE DAYS – Dec. 29–31, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
For children who love the outdoors and wildlife. These popular educational classes are designed for children five to 10 years old. We’ll have a chance to explore the park’s 150 acres and visit a variety of habitats.
Come meet new friends, play games, create beautiful and useful items using natural objects and recycled materials, and much more.
Tuition: $30/day ($90 all 3 days) for priority students (Ansonia residents and current family-level FANCI members); $35/day ($105 all three days) all others.
Advance registration by Dec. 11 required.
For more information and to register for any programs, call 203-736-1053.
This is a press release from the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center.
A themed craft, story, and hike are integrated into each program.
Tuition: $7 per child ($5 for family-level FANCI members and Ansonia residents). Please pre-register for this class for preschoolers and their adults.
BACK TO BASICS: Needle Felting – Dec. 5, 1 p.m.
Bring a dose of your own unique creativity for this class based on an ancient craft.
Dawn Sotir, needlecraft wizard, will inspire you with her beautiful and practical items made from natural fibers. Create a 3D animal of your choice; it’s easier than you think! Advance registration required for this popular program. Fee: $8.
WINTER WREATH WORKSHOP – Dec. 6, 10 a.m.
Celebrate winter and the festive season as you create a wreath from fresh locally grown greens, then decorate your masterpiece with natural trimmings. Enjoy some warm mulled cider and a cookie too! Wreath frames and wire will be provided. $10 materials fee. Please pre-register.
EAGLES OF NEW ENGLAND (Natural History Series) – Dec. 11, 7 p.m.
Join a Connecticut DEEP biologist who will share extensive knowledge and photographs during this program on bald eagles.
Best known as the national emblem of the United States, bald eagles have made a huge comeback in
New England after a precipitous decline due to loss of habitat and nesting trees, food contamination by pesticides
(DDT), and illegal shooting. Due to the increase in nesting pairs in recent years, the bald eagle’s status was reclassified in Connecticut from endangered to threaten.
Winter is a difficult time for any wildlife species, including bald eagles. Food is harder to find and cold temperatures cause energy stress. Come and learn why it’s important to stay away from nesting areas and to avoid disturbing the birds. The Wildlife Division participates in a midwinter eagle survey in January for the United States Geological Survey; volunteers are always welcome to help!
This Natural History Series is dedicated to the memory of Noble S. Proctor, Ph.D. Free; please pre-register.
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT – Dec. 19
This annual survey provides important data to assess the increase or decline of avian populations worldwide.
After an early morning start, the New Haven Bird Club members will stop at the Nature Center for their lunch at 12:30 or 1 p.m. Be ready to join the members of the club to look and listen along the park’s trails. For adults. Free. Please register.
DRUM IN THE WINTER SOLSTICE – Dec. 19, 5 p.m.
True winter begins on Dec. 21! On that day we’ll have a full 15 hours of darkness! Since June, the days have been getting shorter, but from now on, the reverse will be true. We’ll stoke the fire pit, so bring your drum and other percussion instruments, and warm yourself with good fellowship.
Ranger Dawn will lead us. Free, but bring a canned food item for our local homeless shelter; please register.
HOLIDAY NATURE DAYS – Dec. 29–31, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
For children who love the outdoors and wildlife. These popular educational classes are designed for children five to 10 years old. We’ll have a chance to explore the park’s 150 acres and visit a variety of habitats.
Come meet new friends, play games, create beautiful and useful items using natural objects and recycled materials, and much more.
Tuition: $30/day ($90 all 3 days) for priority students (Ansonia residents and current family-level FANCI members); $35/day ($105 all three days) all others.
Advance registration by Dec. 11 required.
For more information and to register for any programs, call 203-736-1053.
This is a press release from the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center.
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