Events Calendar
Kids' Summer Art Program- Week 8: Get Active at Paul Nigra Center
At the final week of the Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts' Kids' Summer Art Program, it's time to get active! Every day, kids will get up, move and enjoy the sunshine through games, sports, outdoor activities and more. This program is aimed at helping kids learn the importance of living an active life and exploring the world around them. Openings in the Nigra Arts Center Kids' Art Programs are very limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, call (518) 661-9932 or email Lauren Repholz at nishl@thearclexington.org or Megan Balser at balserm@thearclexington.org. Programs will take place at the Nigra Arts Center?s facility at 2736 State Highway 30, Gloversville, NY. Important Kids' Art Program Information: ? All kids ages 5-12 are welcome to attend. ? Openings in the Nigra Arts Center Kids' Art Programs are very limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. ? All children must be signed in and signed out by a parent/guardian. ? There will be no refunds or exchanges for any of the programs unless the Nigra Arts Center cancels. ? Payment is due in full at the time of registration. Payment secures your child?s spot in the program. ? All programs will run daily from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kids can be dropped off up to 15 minutes early or picked up 15 minutes late free of charge. Outside of the 15-minute grace period, we charge an additional $15 per 15 minutes need to pick up or drop off. Kids can be dropped off no earlier than 7:45 a.m. and picked up no later than 5 p.m. If you are dropping your kids off early or picking them up late, please call (518) 661-9932 to let us know in advance so we can schedule staffing. ? Members receive a 20% discount. Don't forget to enter the promotional code in the registration window.
Botanical Whimsy Watercolor and Ink Painting with Heather Mattioni, Instructor at Paul Nigra Center
Let your creativity bloom in this expressive botanical art class that blends loose watercolor washes with bold black ink linework. You'll start by creating soft, layered backgrounds in vibrant earth and sky tones, then bring floral forms to life with flowing lines and intricate patterns. What We?ll Explore: Watercolor techniques for building colorful, abstract backdrops How to design stylized flowers and leaves with simple black ink pens Using patterns, line variation and dots to create visual interest Layering and composition to balance playfulness and detail This project is perfect for artists who enjoy intuitive painting with a structured finish. Each piece becomes a one-of-a-kind floral story?elegant, bold, and joyfully wild. Great for: Lovers of florals, pattern design and modern mixed media illustration. *Members receive a 20% discount. Don't forget to enter the promotional code in the registration window! Please be aware that no refunds or exchanges will be issued for classes or events unless it is canceled by the Nigra Arts Center.
Outlander in the Mohawk Valley Series: Sabre Wounds, Scurvy & Smallpox with Anne Clouthier at The Fulton County Museum
Have you ever wondered what you would have done in Claire Beauchamp Randall Fraser?s shoes? Could you have set a dislocated shoulder, removed a musket ball or treated typhus? Join us to discover the medical world of ''Outlander'' with historian Anne Clothier. From herbal remedies to surgical procedures, we will discuss medical cases from the books and the show, discuss the authenticity of their portrayals, and learn how the ailments and injuries would have been treated in the 18th century. Recipes for remedies you can try at home will also be shared. The presenter will display items and instruments from her collection of medical antiques. See less
