February 1
Dark of Winter Yoga

This class will run for 17 weeks, from the change of the clock in November to the change of the clock in March, specifically November 9 to March 8. The class will meet on Wednesdays from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.. This class will meet on Zoom, but there are a few spaces in the studio for in-person students who are vaccinated (please contact me directly if interested). There is no previous yoga experience required. The purpose of the class is self-care during the winter season; increasing self-awareness, emotional balance, physical strength, flexibility, and muscular endurance. The class will integrate mindfulness, breath technique, yoga postures, kinesthetic awareness, and alignment in an hour of relaxing, quiet, guided movement.

The cost will be $100 paid by the first class for access to the whole season! Or pay for one class at a time, $10 per class. Money can be exchanged on Venmo, Square, Cash, or Check. Please contact Judith to make these arrangements. Each class attended donates $1 to White Memorial Conservation Center!! After you Contact Judith, the link for the class will be provided.

Contact Information: Judith’s phone and text is 860-309-9489. Email can be sent to [email protected] .

Judith Ehrman-Shapiro, PhD, BC-DMT, NCC, RYT is a psychotherapist, dance-movement therapist, nationally certified counselor, and registered yoga teacher. Her private practice, the Evolving Center, is in Winsted. She is a proud member of White Memorial Conservation Center, where she has been sharing her love of yoga for over 6 years!

Thursday, February 2
Ages 3-6 Years
Nature’s Nursery Series
4-5pm
Join us on the first Thursday of each month from January – April for an engaging program designed just for your young nature lovers. Every session will include a story, an encounter with a live animal, and an activity or craft. 4-5pm. Parents/Caregivers, we ask that you stay for the duration of the program. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Advanced registration is required. To register, please visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857. Space is limited. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. Members: $9/child per session or $30/whole series, Non-Members: $13/child per session or $50/whole series

February 4
Winterfest at Burr Pond

Grab your winter gear, bundle up and join us for the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s (DEEP) No Child Left Inside®16th Annual Winter Festival at Burr Pond State Park, 384 Burr Mountain Road, Torrington. The event is a partnership among No Child Left Inside®, Connecticut Aquatic Resources Education (CARE) and the City of Torrington and offers a full range of winter activities for the entire family. The festival is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4. Come and visit Erin Josefson and an Avian Ambassador at the White Memorial table! The event is free and no registration is required. For more information: https://portal.ct.gov/NCLI/Events/Winter-Festival

February 5
Sunday Guided Museum Tour with Tom Saunders

You’ll learn so much more about Alain and May White and their generous gift to us, by spending time with Museum Docent, Tom Saunders! Tom is available to give tours on the first and third Sundays of every month at 2:00 pm or by appointment. Admission is FREE to Members and $6.00 for adults, $3.00 for children ages 12 - 6. There is free admission for children under the age of 6.

February 8
Dark of Winter Yoga

This class will run for 17 weeks, from the change of the clock in November to the change of the clock in March, specifically November 9 to March 8. The class will meet on Wednesdays from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.. This class will meet on Zoom, but there are a few spaces in the studio for in-person students who are vaccinated (please contact me directly if interested). There is no previous yoga experience required. The purpose of the class is self-care during the winter season; increasing self-awareness, emotional balance, physical strength, flexibility, and muscular endurance. The class will integrate mindfulness, breath technique, yoga postures, kinesthetic awareness, and alignment in an hour of relaxing, quiet, guided movement.

The cost will be $100 paid by the first class for access to the whole season! Or pay for one class at a time, $10 per class. Money can be exchanged on Venmo, Square, Cash, or Check. Please contact Judith to make these arrangements. Each class attended donates $1 to White Memorial Conservation Center!! After you Contact Judith, the link for the class will be provided.

Contact Information: Judith’s phone and text is 860-309-9489. Email can be sent to [email protected] .

Judith Ehrman-Shapiro, PhD, BC-DMT, NCC, RYT is a psychotherapist, dance-movement therapist, nationally certified counselor, and registered yoga teacher. Her private practice, the Evolving Center, is in Winsted. She is a proud member of White Memorial Conservation Center, where she has been sharing her love of yoga for over 6 years!

February 11
Cut It Out! The Local Practice and History of Ice Harvesting

Ice harvested from Bantam Lake was used for refrigeration throughout the year. Begin in the Museum with a visit to the Ice House display, then head outdoors for a walk down the Lake Trail to visit the old ice house ruins. The program culminates with our own “Cut Ups” James Fischer and Gerri Griswold demonstrating how ice was cut and moved using the same tools and methods. Dress for the weather. We will be walking and standing on Ongley Pond for extended periods of time. Wear warm boots and prepare for wind and sun. Hot beverages and treats will be provided to fortify you! 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Meet in the Museum. Members: $5.00  Non-Members: $10.00, Call 860-567-0857 or register online: www.whitememorialcc.org

February 15
Dark of Winter Yoga

This class will run for 17 weeks, from the change of the clock in November to the change of the clock in March, specifically November 9 to March 8. The class will meet on Wednesdays from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.. This class will meet on Zoom, but there are a few spaces in the studio for in-person students who are vaccinated (please contact me directly if interested). There is no previous yoga experience required. The purpose of the class is self-care during the winter season; increasing self-awareness, emotional balance, physical strength, flexibility, and muscular endurance. The class will integrate mindfulness, breath technique, yoga postures, kinesthetic awareness, and alignment in an hour of relaxing, quiet, guided movement.

The cost will be $100 paid by the first class for access to the whole season! Or pay for one class at a time, $10 per class. Money can be exchanged on Venmo, Square, Cash, or Check. Please contact Judith to make these arrangements. Each class attended donates $1 to White Memorial Conservation Center!! After you Contact Judith, the link for the class will be provided.

Contact Information: Judith’s phone and text is 860-309-9489. Email can be sent to [email protected] .

Judith Ehrman-Shapiro, PhD, BC-DMT, NCC, RYT is a psychotherapist, dance-movement therapist, nationally certified counselor, and registered yoga teacher. Her private practice, the Evolving Center, is in Winsted. She is a proud member of White Memorial Conservation Center, where she has been sharing her love of yoga for over 6 years!

February 16
Babies in Backpacks with Kelly Orr
For Ages 6 months to 2 years!

Come and explore the great outdoors in a way that your child can get excited about! The third Thursday of every month we will enjoy a hike with your child in a babywearing carrier or follow their pace if they are mobile.  There will only be expectations of exploring the world around us, not of a mile mark or speed.  Depending on the energy level of the group we will use our bodies to move in nature for 30 minutes, followed by an activity.  We will read books about the outdoors, enjoy touch and feel stations, use sand and water bins and more! This will be a year-round program. The goal is to encourage family time outdoors in all seasons.  We will still play outside in rain, snow, heat, and cold.  Unsafe weather will push us indoors.  Plan to get a little dirty, and come with weather appropriate clothing, sunscreen and bug spray as needed.  Caretakers must stay for the duration of the program. Please park in the horse trailer parking and meet in the Pollinator Garden. 

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Members: $9.00  Non-Members: $13.00, Pre-registration is required by calling 860-567-0857 or register online here: www.whitememorialcc.org  Space is limited. Please inquire about financial aid as needed.

February 16 – 22
Museum Children Free Week

Courtesy of The Laurel Ridge Foundation in memory of Francesca M. Thompson, M.D. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.

February 17
STAR PARTY!

This astronomy program is organized by members of the Litchfield Hills Amateur Astronomy Club and the Mattatuck Astronomical Society. Weather permitting; there will be star gazing after the program. 7:00 P.M., A.B. Ceder Room. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. You are invited to bring your own telescope or binoculars. FREE… Donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses.

February 18
Winter Wildlife Tracking with Andy Dobos

Andrew Dobos takes you on a wildlife tracking walk through the winter woods.  There are always clues left behind by the animals for us to decipher, telling a story of their habits and lives.  Get to know our beloved wildlife that much better. Children should be accompanied by an adult and all should dress extra warm and wear good boots!  You never know where the animals have been.10:00 A. M. – 12:00 P.M. Meet in the Museum. Members: $10.00 Non-Members: $15.00 if you sign up by Weds, February 15 (additional $10 charge per person for registrations afterward)., Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Call 860-567-0857 or register online www.whitememorialcc.org

February 18
Life Below Snow with Erin Josefson

We know animals use a variety of methods to cope with the cold such as migration and hibernation. But there is also an entire community of animals that remains active throughout the winter, and they live right below our feet! Come learn about the various creatures that live in this special zone, the kinds of obstacles they face, and how they deal with those challenges. 2:00 p.m., Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room, and on ZOOM, Members $5.00; Non-members $10.00. Pre-registration is required. Call 860-567-0857 or register online: www.whitememorialcc.org. A ZOOM link will be sent upon receipt of your registration.

February 18
Winter Tales By the Fire: Remembering David K. Leff

The celebration begins with a road trip to Norfolk, Connecticut’s “Ice Box”. The Lodge at Camp Iwakta is your destination. Afternoon arrival, an outdoor fire, David Leff’s Maple Cocktail, apple cider donuts prepared by Gerri Griswold, and a special roasted venison appetizer prepared by Jody Bronson. A hike through the property will lead us to sunset. Retire to the Lodge, a cozy fire, and comfort food dinner followed by David’s favorite dessert…PIE! Then sit by the fireplace and enjoy a selection of readings from the works of David K. Leff delivered by John Dankosky and Gerri Griswold. You are invited to choose a passage or poem written by David to read as well. This memorial honoring our friend and colleague, David K. Leff is limited to 15 fortunate individuals. Cider, Maple Cocktails, appetizers, sparkling water, and dinner are included. Please bring your own place setting and BYOB. Dress for the weather. Wear sturdy boots and bring hiking poles. There is no fee for this program but your donation in any amount to the White Memorial Conservation Center will help create a Museum Children Free Week in Memory of David. A one-time donation of $3000 will reserve in perpetuity, the week of April 6 – 12 (David’s birthday was April 9), in honor of David from his friends. During this week, children ages 12 and under are admitted to the Museum free of charge when accompanied by an adult. 2:00 p.m., Please register by calling 860-567-0857 or register online: www.whitememorialcc.org Directions to the Lodge will be emailed to you prior to the event. To donate to David’s Children Free Week please click on this link and “Thank You to White Memorial”, then specify that your donation should be allocated to this fund: https://whitememorialcc.org/product/donation/

About John Dankosky: John is a radio journalist and moderator. During a 25-year career at Connecticut Public Radio he founded the PRNDI award-winning program, Where We Live.  Originally from Pittsburgh, Dankosky is a 30-year veteran of public radio. Dankosky founded the daily talk show "Where We Live" and co-founded the New England News Collaborative. He has also reported for National Public Radio and has edited award-winning documentaries on Connecticut history, 9/11, and the mental health of children. He currently hosts the podcast "Steady Habits" for the online news organization The Connecticut Mirror, and serves as fill-in host and editorial advisor to Science Friday. He is a frequent moderator for The Connecticut Forum.

February 19
Sunday Guided Museum Tour with Tom Saunders

You’ll learn so much more about Alain and May White and their generous gift to us, by spending time with Museum Docent, Tom Saunders! Tom is available to give tours on the first and third Sundays of every month at 2:00 pm or by appointment. Admission is FREE to Members and $6.00 for adults, $3.00 for children ages 12 - 6. There is free admission for children under the age of 6.

February 20
Presidents Day

OFFICES CLOSED

February 22
Dark of Winter Yoga

This class will run for 17 weeks, from the change of the clock in November to the change of the clock in March, specifically November 9 to March 8. The class will meet on Wednesdays from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.. This class will meet on Zoom, but there are a few spaces in the studio for in-person students who are vaccinated (please contact me directly if interested). There is no previous yoga experience required. The purpose of the class is self-care during the winter season; increasing self-awareness, emotional balance, physical strength, flexibility, and muscular endurance. The class will integrate mindfulness, breath technique, yoga postures, kinesthetic awareness, and alignment in an hour of relaxing, quiet, guided movement.

The cost will be $100 paid by the first class for access to the whole season! Or pay for one class at a time, $10 per class. Money can be exchanged on Venmo, Square, Cash, or Check. Please contact Judith to make these arrangements. Each class attended donates $1 to White Memorial Conservation Center!! After you Contact Judith, the link for the class will be provided.

Contact Information: Judith’s phone and text is 860-309-9489. Email can be sent to [email protected] .

Judith Ehrman-Shapiro, PhD, BC-DMT, NCC, RYT is a psychotherapist, dance-movement therapist, nationally certified counselor, and registered yoga teacher. Her private practice, the Evolving Center, is in Winsted. She is a proud member of White Memorial Conservation Center, where she has been sharing her love of yoga for over 6 years!

February 25
Remembering Rex Brasher: Talk and Road Trip with Gerri Griswold

IN PERSON & ONLINE! Celebrate a truly wonderful, but relatively unknown avian artist, Rex Brasher. Based in Kent, CT, Rex was a prolific painter who produced 875 original watercolors depicting 1200 species/subspecies of North American birds. In fact, Brasher painted (from live observation!) more than twice as many birds as his better-known predecessor, John James Audubon. Join Gerri Griswold to learn about one of the greatest unknown stories in art history and Americana then hit the road to Gaylordsville, CT and pay your respects at his humble grave in Morningside Cemetery. A hot toddy at the Fife & Drum in Kent will wrap up the day honoring this great man. 2:00 p.m., A. B. Ceder Room and ZOOM, Members: $5.00, Non-Members: $10.00, Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Zoom participants: A link to the program will be emailed to you upon receipt of your registration. Call 860-567-0857 or register online: www.whitememorialcc.org