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Thornton W. Burgess Society Program Schedule Spring & Summer 2008 |
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ADULT PROGRAMS NEW The Art and Craft of Writing Join local author Christie Lowrance for an exciting week of exploring the art and craft of writing. Christie has taught writing at U-MASS Dartmouth, the Cape Cod Writers Conference, and currently teaches freshman composition at Cape Cod Community College. As a freelance editor, feature writer, marketing specialist, copywriter, travel writer, and songwriter, she has practiced the “art and craft of writing” for more than 30 years. July 14-18 or July 21-25, 2008 9am – Noon Fee: $180.00 BIRDING WITH PHIL KYLE – ONGOING MONDAY MORNINGS Join Phil Kyle, Society Naturalist and past President of the Cape Cod Bird Club, on trips to different birding hotspots on the Cape. Novices and seasoned birders alike are welcome. Bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them. Binoculars are also available to borrow. Call 508-888-6870 to register each week. Mondays from 8:00am – 11:00am Members: $12 Non-members: $16 (per week) NATURE WALKING CLUB – ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Join Society Naturalist Patricia Gonser for fresh air forays into the natural world. These walks are designed to cultivate your natural curiosity about the world around you. Walks are weather permitting. Call 508-888-6870 to register each week. Wednesdays at 8:30am Members: $6 Non-members: $8 (per week) A SERIES OF ASTRONOMY COURSES Conducted by Geoffrey Way, Astronomer & Entertainer INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY (AGES 9-12) – Learn about the night sky; discover the Constellations, moon and planets. Class will cover topics indoors and there will be some scheduled observing nights and days to see a variety of celestial targets weather permitting. No prior knowledge of astronomy is required. Those with experience are also welcome. If you have astronomy reference materials, please bring them to add to what we’ll learn.Fridays, MAY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 7:30pm – 9:00pm Members: $10 Non-members: $12 (per week) EXPLORATIONS IN ASTRONOMY (Adult and Child Ages 9 & up) This course is a brief review of elements covered in the introductory course followed by a more in-depth examination of astronomical phenomena and theories. Regular opportunities for observation with a telescope are planned weather permitting. Fridays, JUNE 6, 13, 20, 27 7:30pm – 9:00pm Members: $10 Non-members: $12 (per week) ASTRONOMICAL HORIZONS (Adults) - Some familiarity with astronomy is recommended. Come and share your experiences and discuss your subjects of particular interest in astronomy with the group. Fridays, JULY 11, 18, 25 7:30pm – 9:00pm Members: $10 Non-members: $12 (per week) THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR: Battles & Medicine – On successive Wednesday evenings through illustrated lectures, two battles will be re-created by Burgess Society Executive Director Gene Schott. Both will highlight failed British efforts to suppress the American struggle for independence. Mr. Schott will point out the impact of the environment on English and American strategy. On the Saturday in the middle, Head Naturalist Phil Kyle will be in Revolutionary War doctor regalia and, after a short discourse about the war, will perform 6 "mock" surgeries on audience volunteers in 1700’s fashion. This Saturday program has definite appeal to adults and kids alike.Wednesday, JUNE 25 6pm-7pm General Burgoyne’s 1777 Expedition Saturday, JUNE 28 1pm-2pm Revolutionary War Doctor (families) Wednesday, JULY 2 6pm-7pm The War in the South & Cornwallis’ Surrender Members: $10 per week or $25 for all 3 Non-members: $12 per week or $30 for all 3 SUMMER WRITING WORKSHOPS FOR ADULTS & CHILDREN This summer Green Briar is hosting non-fiction writing workshops for adults and children. The instructors are Christie Lowrance and Carolyn Lesser, both successful professional writers and college-level teachers. Christie will be teaching the adult course titled "The Art and Craft of Writing." Good writing is never accidental; it comes from using the fundamental writing skills that create well-organized, coherent and meaningful content; technical accuracy; and an engaging, readable style. Carolyn’s course "Exploring to Write" is open to children ages 9 to 14 years. While making full use of the diverse natural environment at the Green Briar Nature Center, this class will explore writing from "the inside and the outside." Children will have the opportunity to work with a successful children’s author as they discover and examine innate qualities in nature and in themselves as writers. Each of these one week courses will be offered twice. Space is limited, so interested folks are encouraged to register early for this rare opportunity to work with these amazing women. July 14 – 18 or July 21 – 25 "The Art and Craft of Writing" (Adults) 9:00 am-12:00 pm Fee: Please call office (508) 888-6870 July 14 – 18 or July 21 – 25 "Exploring to Write" (Ages 9 to 14) 9:00 am-12:00 pm Fee: Please call office (508) 888-6870 ADULT / EDUCATOR WORKSHOPS Saturday March 29, 2008 9:00-5:00pm Members $30.00 Non-members $45.00 THE NATURE OF THE STORY- Join Society Naturalist Patricia Gonser for a series designed to deepen your understanding of the Natural Science inherent in many childrens stories. Pat will share simple ways to incorporate puppets, songs, and easily found natural objects into teaching moments launched from literature. Dress for indoor and outdoor exploration. Parents are welcome to attend. For Educators seeking PDP’s - additional work planning, executing and evaluating 2 lessons you create from workshop materials is required for a completion certificate of 10 hours. 3 TUESDAYS April 8, 15 and 29 6:00—8:00pm Members $55 Non-members $62
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