Tuesday August 16
7-8 pm
Registration is required. You can register below or by contacting Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org.
Learn about the CT Audubon Society’s beautiful new nature preserve Deer Pond Farm that’s located only minutes from the Pawling Library in Sherman, CT. There are over 15 miles of trails to explore on 850 acres spanning Pawling, NY and Sherman, CT. Deer Pond Farm’s director, Cathy Hagadorn, will lead this informational / educational presentation. She will provide an overview of what to expect and enjoy when visiting on your own, on one of our many guided programs as well highlights of our environmental conservation work here and with community partners.
About our presenter: Cathy Hagadorn is the Director of Deer Pond Farm. Cathy, joined the Connecticut Audubon Society in the fall of 2015. In her first year, she served as the director of the Coastal Center at Milford Point. In 2017 she was then chosen to direct the newest sanctuary, Deer Pond Farm. Cathy is responsible for all startup operations for this great new center. Her growing team is made up of a dedicated and talented staff, volunteers and vendors.
Prior to joining us, she worked for the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk in the Education Department since 1999. Cathy managed the aquarium’s research and education vessel and collaborated on scientific database development for the Long Island Sound Biodiversity Census Project. She was key in developing a new business model for working with regional schools throughout the year.
Cathy holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from St. Michael’s College in Vermont. Additionally, she is a Master Wildlife Conservationist volunteer for the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Wildlife Division. Among other projects, her volunteer work has included many winter hours at the Shepaug Bald Eagle View in Southbury.
Deer Pond Farm
https://www.ctaudubon.org/deer-pond-farm-home-new/
About our presenter: Julie Hart is responsible for overseeing the DLC’s diverse public education programs. Connecting people to the land is a keystone of the DLC’s approach to public education, and Julie works collaboratively with many local organizations, farms and schools to present both in-person and online educational programs. With a focus on encouraging good land stewardship, these programs include informal nature walks, land management workshops and webinars, panel discussions, and outdoor explorations and activities. Julie joined the DLC staff in 2007 and previously worked at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook where she served as Research Specialist, studying nutrient cycling in upland forests and the impacts of invasive pests and pathogens on forest health. Julie has a BA in Biology with a focus on Ecology from Bard College, is a certified New York State EMT, and serves as the DLC’s resident expert on ecology and biodiversity.
Wednesdays
Pawling Recreation
Wednesdays
Presentado por Liz Conti y Gabrielle Semel
Liz Conti: Conti, LMSW es directora y trabajadora social en Northeast Dutchess Immigrant Services. Ella ofrece servicios tales como ayuda financiera de emergencia, asistencia alimentaria, clases de inglés para principiantes y avanzados, y asistencia con inmigración y cambios de estado.
Gabrielle Semel: Como fundadora de Pawling Yoga & Wellness, Gabrielle se compromete a compartir la sabiduría de las ciencias curativas del yoga y el ayurveda. Su intención principal en su trabajo es conectarse con cada individuo, mantener el espacio para la curación y ofrecer una guía que honre a dónde se encuentra cada persona en su propio camino. La sabiduría curativa innata de los elementos reside dentro; El regalo de Gabrielle ofrece medios para acceder a esta sabiduría.
Camino al Éxito ofrece una variedad de servicios a familias necesitadas para su integración y desarrollo en la comunidad. La misión principal de Camino al Éxito es brindar educación para adultos en inglés como segundo idioma, programas GED, tutoría para adolescentes y después de la escuela, orientación universitaria, asistencia con la solicitud de ciudadanía, seminarios de empoderamiento y talleres de participación comunitaria que incluyen educación para padres y programas para la primera infancia.
