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Date: Saturday, February 11, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Long Dock Park, Beacon
Kick off 2012’s second “Second Saturday” in Beacon by watching top-notch artists test their creativity. Scenic Hudson and Mill Street Loft have partnered to bring in some of the region’s best sculptors; watch as they turn river ice, driftwood and other objects found along the shoreline into intriguing works of art. Swing by between 3 - 4 p.m. to vote on your favorite sculpture.
Contact Anthony Coneski, 845 473 4440 Ext. 273,www.scenichudson.org
Date: Tuesday, February 28, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Long Dock Park, Beacon
Delve into the fascinating world of amphibians with Laura Heady, biodiversity outreach coordinator for the NYSDEC’s Hudson River Estuary Program, who will help you understand what makes an amphibian amphibious; learn how to identify a few amphibians and why some of these fragile creatures are so important to our survival.
Contact Anthony Coneski, 845 473 4440 Ext. 273, www.scenichudson.org.