Events Calendar
Micropolis Art Gallery
Micropolis' guest artist Diane Castle Babcock has been practicing the art of linoleum block printing for almost fifty years. The process she uses is called the reduction method, because she continually cuts away from one block to create a multiple color image. Her images are created in four to six steps of cutting and printing. As the print is created, the block is destroyed, ensuring a limited edition. She chose linoleum block printing as her medium because of its vibrant colors and textural quality. Diane is inspired by what she sees on walks and hikes through the Adirondacks, where she lived for fifteen years, as well Rochester, NY, her current home. Hallmarks of her work include mountain scenes, white birches, and moonlight scenes. She takes photos for reference, but her work represents the feelings and memories a particular place instills in her. Some of her work is specific to a location. Other pieces are a composite of several photos or derived purely from memory and imagination. Her work is Impressionistic because she works with small dots and lines of color, as well as a sense of light and atmosphere. Diane collects birch bark and branches during her hikes, which she incorporates into her prints. She makes birch bark frames and builds shadow boxes with birch branches included in her landscapes. Diane graduated from Nazareth University and Binghamton University with degrees in art and in art education certification. She worked as a visiting artist with Young Audiences of Rochester. She retired from Adirondack High School in Boonville, NY where she taught art. Diane has received awards at the Clothesline Festival, Corn Hill Art Festival, Artists Row, and Colorscape Chenango. She is a juried member of the Roycroft Arts and Craftsmen Guild. In addition to the artwork of the featured artist, the gallery is filled with paintings, drawings, pastels, photographs, fiber art, mixed media, glass, digital art, jewelry, pottery, woodland assemblages, baskets, turned items of exotic wood and fine art cards by the members of Micropolis Cooperative, Inc. The reception is free and open to the public and is part of a broader evening of arts programming in downtown Gloversville. ?Material Conversations,? an exhibition at Glove Cities Gallery, 52 Church St., Gloversville, will also having a receptions from 4:30-7pm. Both shows will run through the end of April. Micropolis, located inside Mohawk Harvest Cooperative Market at 30 N. Main St., Gloversville, is open Monday-Friday / 9am-6pm and Saturdays from 9am until 2pm.
Yoga Essentials at Gloversville Public Library
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Are you yoga-curious? Instructor Colleen Rasmussen joins us to introduce the foundations and basics of this popular form of fitness
Couch to 5k - Spring at Fulton County YMCA
Our Couch to 5k is a beginner-friendly running program that aims to get people from being non-runners to completing their first 5k race in just 8 weeks. It combines walking and running intervals and is designed to make running more accessible for beginners. Our Couch to 5k will be held every Friday at 7:30am.
Tommy McClellan's - Hometown Loser - A Night Of Stand-up Comedy at the Glove Theatre
The Glove Theatre is happy to welcome back Tommy McLellan-Willard! After spending a year and a half on the road doing stand up, Tommy's coming back to Glove Theatre with a new show - featuring Tommy & friends for an evening of stand-up comedy not to be missed! This show may include some strong language and topics geared more toward an over 17 audience (R-rated) 21+ to drink/purchase adult beverages
2026 Woodcock Search and Sneak-up
Location: Meet at the Farmhouse Registration: Members: $5/person, $15/family; non-members: $15/person, $25/family The American Woodcock is a shorebird that has adapted to upland habitats. In the spring males return to open fields to sing and do an aerial flight display to attract females. Join us from 8:00 - 9:30 PM when we will search for and try to sneak up on singing males and learn about this once in the year behavior. Partial funding for this class provided through a grant from Stewart?s Shops Holiday Match Program. Instructor: George Steele, nature educator
Swim Basics Water Acclimation Stage 1 Preschool ages (3-5) at Fulton County YMCA
Stage 1: Water Acclimation is the starting point for young swimmers to build comfort and confidence in the water. In this stage, children learn foundational skills such as blowing bubbles, submerging their face, floating with support, and safely entering and exiting the pool. They are gently introduced to movement in the water through guided activities that build trust, body awareness, and basic safety skills. This level is perfect for beginners or swimmers who are still becoming comfortable putting their face in the water and moving independently.
Swim Basics Water Acclimation Stage 1 School Age (9-12) at Fulton County YMCA
Stage 1: Water Acclimation is the starting point for young swimmers to build comfort and confidence in the water. In this stage, children learn foundational skills such as blowing bubbles, submerging their face, floating with support, and safely entering and exiting the pool. They are gently introduced to movement in the water through guided activities that build trust, body awareness, and basic safety skills. This level is perfect for beginners or swimmers who are still becoming comfortable putting their face in the water and moving independently.
Water Movement Stage 2 Preschool Age (3-5)
Stage 2: Water Movement builds on foundational skills by helping swimmers move through the water with greater independence and confidence. In this stage, children begin to glide, kick, and propel themselves forward without constant support, while continuing to develop essential water safety skills. They learn how to safely enter and exit the pool, float on both front and back, roll between positions, and begin basic self-rescue techniques like ?swim, float, swim.? This level is ideal for swimmers who are comfortable putting their face in the water and are ready to start moving independently while building endurance, coordination, and safety awareness.
Water Stamina Stage 3 Preschool age (3-5) at Fulton County YMCA
Stage 3: Water Stamina is where swimmers begin to develop endurance, coordination, and confidence in deeper water. In this stage, swimmers build on their foundational skills by combining arm movements, kicking, and rhythmic breathing to swim longer distances on both front and back. They begin to move with greater efficiency and control while practicing important safety skills in deeper water environments. Students will also strengthen essential self-rescue techniques like ?swim, float, swim,? while improving their ability to tread water and navigate the pool with growing independence. This level is ideal for swimmers who are comfortable moving through the water and are ready to increase stamina, refine technique, and build true aquatic confidence.
Swim Basics Water Acclimation Stage 1 School Age (5-8) at Fulton county YMCA
Stage 1: Water Acclimation is the starting point for young swimmers to build comfort and confidence in the water. In this stage, children learn foundational skills such as blowing bubbles, submerging their face, floating with support, and safely entering and exiting the pool. They are gently introduced to movement in the water through guided activities that build trust, body awareness, and basic safety skills. This level is perfect for beginners or swimmers who are still becoming comfortable putting their face in the water and moving independently.
