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Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Donation to TIAC allows for new consignment store, more
May 21—CLAYTON — The Thousand Islands Arts Center, which next year will have a new home, recently received a donation of real estate that will allow for a greater expansion of its future James Street campus. The TIAC announced Thursday that earlier this year, it was the recipient of a "generous and surprising" donation of the property at 313 James St., the former home of River Magic. It was purchased and then gifted to TIAC by longtime supporters Mary and Ted Mascott in support of the arts center's ongoing campus expansion. Construction is progressing at 321 James St. in Clayton for TIAC's new building. The $5.1 million project was announced in June of 2023 after a $2 million grant was received from the New York State Council on the Arts Large Capital Improvement Grants for Arts and Culture program. The grant required a 100% match, and that was made by an anonymous donor. TIAC now operates out of 314 John St. in a building constructed in 1877. The nonprofit is also home of the Handweaving Museum, which is the only one of its kind in the country. The nonprofit center had operated a thrift and consignment store, Finders Keepers, 321 James St. — the construction site. It was staffed by volunteers, with all merchandise donated. All proceeds supported the center. Finders Keepers will now be set up at the donated building at 313 James St., next door to the new building "In the immediate future, this wonderful gift will allow for our beloved Finders Keepers to reopen with even more space for vintage treasures and finds," TIAC Executive Director Sarah Riddoch said in a news release. Opening day for the new store is Wednesday. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. It will remain open through Columbus Day weekend. Riddoch said that in the coming years, the site promises to become a vibrant public art park that will establish an inviting entrance for its new facility at 321 James Street. "This extraordinary gift will significantly enhance the long-term aesthetics of the Arts Center campus and further contribute to the welcoming atmosphere of downtown Clayton," she said.
Yahoo
23-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
MAC Nature Center's Spring schedule
FINEVIEW, N.Y. (WWTI) — Minna Anthony Common Nature Center's Spring schedule. All programs meet at the Nature Center and are free unless otherwise stated. Registration is required for some events, call 315-482-2479 to register. Full Moon Hikes — Wear sturdy hiking shoes, layered clothing for warmth and bring your own headlamp and/or flashlight. Following the hike, the Nature Center will host a campfire. Program subject to weather: Saturday, April 12, at 7:15 p.m. Pink Moon: RSVP by April 10 Monday, May 12, at 8:30 p.m. Flower Moon: RSVP by May 10 Wednesday, June 11, at 9:20 p.m. Strawberry Moon: RSVP by June 9 Pack Basket Workshops — The Nature Center will provide the materials and instruction for the class. Full-size basket workshops are $100 and mini pack basket workshops are $50. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Bring a lunch and water bottle. Friday, May 23, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Mini Pack Basket Friday, May 30, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mini Pack Basket at Kring Point State Park Friday, June 27, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Full-size Pack Basket at Keewaydin State Park Wildlife Hike Saturday, April 5, at 10 a.m. Mud Candles: in collaboration with the Thousand Islands Arts Center. RSVP required. Saturday, April 5, at 10 a.m. Part 1: Vessel painting at the TI Arts Center Pottery Studio Saturday, April 12, at 10 a.m. Part 2: Candle making at the MAC Nature Center Turkey Calling For Beginners with Outdoorsman Patrick Dove. RSVP appreciated. Sunday, April 6, at 10 a.m. National Gardening Day Celebration Sunday, April 13, at 1 p.m. Barn Quilt Workshop: Spring Blooms. RSVP by April 15. $40 material fee. Saturday, April 19, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Natural Dyes Workshop RSVP required. Sunday, April 20, at 1 p.m. Earth Day Cleanup Tuesday, April 22, at 10 a.m. Fishing Rod Selection with local fishing guide Ethan Forbes Saturday, April 26, at Noon. Dark Sky with astronomer John Rusho. RSVP required. Sunday, April 27, at 8 p.m. I Love My Park Day RSVP required. Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Spring Forest Floor Sunday, May 4, at 10 a.m. National Public Garden Day Friday, May 9, at 1 p.m. Yoga In Nature with yoga instructor Lori Arnot. RSVP required. Saturday, May 10, at 10 a.m. Mother's Day Hike + Seed Giveaway Sunday, May 11, at 1 p.m. Food-producing trees with organic farmer Dani Baker Friday, May 16, at 6 p.m. National River Cleanup Day Saturday, May 17, at 10 a.m. Pond Study: Bugs Don't Bug Me! Sunday, May 18, at 1 p.m. Plant Something Day Monday, May 19, at 1 p.m. Summer Kickoff: Field Games Saturday, May 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (drop-in) Connecting With Native Heritage with local archeologist Ken Knapp Saturday, May 24, at 1 p.m. Pond Study: Macro + Microinvertebrates Sunday, May 25, at 1 p.m. Learn About Composting Thursday, May 29, at 1 p.m. Mindful Birding Saturday, May 31, at 9 a.m. Meditation Hike with meditation teacher Lori Arnot Saturday, May 31, at 10 a.m. Children's Story Time + Activities Sunday, June 1, at 1 p.m. National Garden Week + Potting Shed Activities Monday, June 2 to Friday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. National Trails Day: Leave No Trace Workshop Saturday, June 7, at 1 p.m. Edible & Medicinal Plants: Spring Edition Sunday, June 8, at 1 p.m. Natural History Of The Thousand Islands Saturday, June 14, at 10 a.m. Kite Flying Fun With Dad Sunday, June 15, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (drop-in) Juneteenth Thursday, June 19, at 10 a.m. Summer Solstice Celebration RSVP appreciated by June 15. Friday, June 20, from 6 to 9 p.m. Pollinator Week + Potting Shed Activities Saturday, June 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 'Just To Bee Aware' Bee Demo with beekeeper Hans Junga Saturday, June 21, at 1 p.m. Nature Play Sunday, June 22, at 1 p.m. Upcycling Craft RSVP by June 20. Tuesday, June 24, at 1 p.m. Wellesley Island Cliff Hike Saturday, June 28, at 10 a.m. Dugout Canoe + Primitive Bushcraft Showcase with bush crafter Jack Downing Sunday, June 29, at 1 p.m. Minna Anthony Common Nature Center's calendar of events can also be found on their website and Facebook page. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
