WILMINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY'S
SCHEDULE OF PROGRAMS and EVENTS
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Upcoming Programs for 2008
Friday, March 14 --- “Ascending the Mountain Historic Adventures: Whiteface”
Doug Wolfe, operations manager SUNY Albany Whiteface Mountain facilities
7 pm, Wilmington Community Center
You’re Invited!
May 3rd
Stephenson Range Historic Iron Mine Tour
May 3rd (Saturday) --- 9 am, Join us for a “Stephenson Range Historic Iron Mine Tour.” Guy Stephenson, licensed guide, will be taking us on a 4 mile hike and tour of a historic iron mine in the Stephenson Range. This tour requires a fair amount of walking and exertion as it is a moderate to strenuous hike. Be sure you are physically able to participate in the outing as described and dress appropriately. We will meet at 9 am. Details about where to meet will be explained when reservations are made. The hike will take approximately 5 hours. Bring your own lunch or snacks, and water or other beverages to drink. The event will be held rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for hiking and bring attire for variable weather conditions. The guide fee is $15.00 for Wilmington Historical Society members and $20.00 for non-members. Advance registration is required with payment due at time of registration. Attendance is limited, and filled on a first-come-first- served basis. Refunds will be given to those not able to attend if we are notified at least 48 hours prior to the event date. Call Guy Stephenson at 946-2318 for reservations. Send full fee to Wilmington Historical Society, P.O. Box 174, Wilmington, NY 12997.
Friday, June 6 --- “Horse Talk: Then & Now”
--- Jay Mele, acclaimed Wilmington horse trainer
7 pm, Wilmington Community Center
Friday, July 11 --- “The History of Santa’s Workshop --- Part III: Challenges”
--- Robert Reiss
6 pm, Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard in Santa’s Workshop
Friday, August 22--- “Fish Tales & Famous Guides”
--- Joe Hackett, local newspaper columnist
7 pm, Wilmington Community Center
Saturday, September 13--- “Wilmington Historical Society at the Festival of the Colors”
Theme: Whiteface Mountain Outdoor Activities
9 am to 4 pm, Heritage Park
Saturday, October 4 --- “Archives Day: How Deep Are Your Wilmington Roots?”
--- Merri Peck & Karen Peters
10 am – 2 pm, Wilmington Community Center
Look for details on future flyers,and local newspapers
We’ll see you there!
The Wilmington Historical Society is pleased to be able to offer these informative programs. The public is encouraged to attend.
For further information, contact Merri Carol Peck at 518 946-7627 or Karen Peters. or phone: 518-946-7586
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