November 2022 

October 31 / November 1

STAFF TRAINING

OFFICES AND MUSEUM CLOSED 

November 5

Why Do Wolves Howl? With Erin Josefson

Why do wolves howl? What messages do they convey? Can they recognize each other with their howling? These are questions that have fueled many studies in the last 50 years and with the advancement of acoustic technology in the 21^st century, we finally have some answers. Come hear recordings of one of nature’s most elusive and captivating creatures. Learn the different kinds of howls and other noises, how wolves as individuals and packs respond to those sounds, and the implications this knowledge has on our relationship with them. 2:00 p.m., A. B. Ceder Room, Members: $5.00 Non-Members: $10.00, Pre-registration is required. Call 860-567-0857 or register online: www.whitememorialcc.org 

November 5

The Power and Beauty of Glaciers with Tom Alena

So many landscapes that we enjoy have been carved out by ice.  Yosemite Valley in California and the Fjords of Iceland are just a couple examples.  Connecticut itself is filled with evidence that glaciers once dominated the land. 

But how do glaciers form and how do they cut and carve through the bedrock of mighty mountains?  This session will reveal the mechanisms behind the force of glaciers and illustrate the many examples of the geography left behind.

Also, within the ice lies a beauty beyond comparison.  For those of us that have seen glacial ice close-up, the color spectrum that radiates from the ice is awe inspiring!  We will investigate the science behind the blue of glacial ice and compare some examples observed in Iceland and Patagonia. 3:00 p.m., ZOOM, Members: FREE, Non-Members: $10.00, Pre-registration is required. Call 860-567-0857 or register online: www.whitememorialcc.org A link to the presentation will be sent to you as receipt of registration. 

November 6

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.

November 9 – 15

Museum Children Free Week

In Honor of Louise W. Willson. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult. 

November 9

Dark of Winter Yoga with Judith Ehrman-Shapiro

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 4:30-5:30. 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, November 10 
Ages 3-6 years? 
Nature’s Nursery Series ? 
4:00-5:00pm ? 
Join us on the second Thursday of each month from September – December 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. Parents/Caregivers, we ask that you stay for the duration of the program. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. 4-5pm. Advanced registration is required. To register, please call 860-567-0857 or visit whitememorialcc.org. 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?

Friday, November 11 (Veteran’s Day) 
Grades 9-12? 
“Alumni” Hike up Bear Mountain 
9:30am-3:30pm? 
High Schoolers, do you miss the fun you had in summer camp and other kids’ programs at White Memorial? Let’s meet up again for the “ultimate” climb in CT – Bear Mountain in Salisbury! If you are in 9^th-12^th grade and have attended any kids-only program at White Memorial, here’s your chance to reunite with old friends and scale CT’s tallest peak together. Education Director Carrie Szwed will be your leader. Please be advised that portions of this hike are steep and difficult to climb. Wear your best hiking shoes and bring a snack, lunch, and lots of water. 9:30am-3:30pm. Transportation will be provided by White Memorial to and from the site. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Please call 860-567-0857 or visit whitememorialcc.org to register. Space is limited! Members: $30/person, Non-Members: $40/person? 

November 12

Animal Altruism with Erin Josephson

Are humans the only species capable of being selfless? Is it possible animals are also able to help each other without benefit to themselves? The answer to this is not as obvious as you may think. Explore and enjoy the great debate around whether animals are capable of true altruism. We will examine a few videos and case studies completed by researchers from around the world as our foundation and at the end of the program you can decide which side of the argument you fall on. 2:00 p.m., ZOOM & Facebook Live, FREE….Donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses. ZOOM attendees register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rVIX3AaFQCSLVgtH6I3fjw  

November 16

Dark of Winter Yoga with Judith Ehrman-Shapiro

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 4:30-5:30. 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!

 November 17

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. 

November 18

STAR PARTY!

This astronomy program is organized by members of the Litchfield Hills Amateur Astronomy Club and the Mattatuck Astronomical Society. Tonight’s topic is the Annual Astro-Imaging Roundup! 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

November 19

Crack O’ Dawn Owl Prowl with Fran Zygmont

You can do it! Venture out into the crisp autumn morning in search of our native owls with expert Fran Zygmont. We’ll be in search of Barred Owls, Screech Owls, Saw-Whet Owls, and Great Horned Owls. Dress for the weather! A briefing on what you can expect to see or hear will precede the prowl. Coffee and comestibles will be served beforehand to keep you awake. Optional breakfast at Patty’s apres program. 4:30 A.M., Meet at the A. B. Ceder Room. Space is limited to 15 participants! The program is free but you MUST pre-register by calling 860-567-0857 or register online: www.whitememorialcc.org 

November 19

Nature Connection Walk with Andy Dobos

Want to go deeper with your relationship with Nature? Explore areas of White Memorial with Nature connection mentor Andy Dobos of Forest Wolf Programs who will help you hone your powers of observation and gain more familiarity with the plant and animals we pass every day and may hardly know. 

Things that may be covered are identifying edible trees and plants, wildlife tracking, relationships between species, perception exercises and more. 

3 hours, children of all ages are welcome when accompanied by an adult. 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Meet in the Museum., Members: $10.00, Non-Members: $15.00. Pre-registration is required. Call 860-567-0857 or register online: www.whitememorialcc.org 

November 20

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.

November 23

Dark of Winter Yoga with Judith Ehrman-Shapiro

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 4:30-5:30. 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! 

November 24 / 25

THANKSGIVING

MUSEUM AND OFFICE CLOSED 

November 26

Walking the Cranberry Pond Trail with Gerri Griswold

Welcome to our 12^th annual edition of this popular walk! Nothing could cap off a wonderful “on the cusp of winter” stroll along this spectacular trail better than a cup of hot coffee and a thick wedge of Crimson Pie swimming in a pool of thick ginger crème anglaise! Meet at the Cranberry Pond Trailhead on Webster Road. 2:00 P.M., You must pre-register for this walk. Call 860-567-0857 or register online: www.whitememorialcc.org LIMITED TO 50 PARTICIPANTS.  FREE… Donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses. 

November 30

Dark of Winter Yoga with Judith Ehrman-Shapiro

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 4:30-5:30. 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!