Calendar

Events in August–October 2023

  • Creative Nature Expressions CHILDREN'S ART SHOWCASE

    Creative Nature Expressions CHILDREN'S ART SHOWCASE


    August 1, 2023

    Back by popular demand for the second year, Friends of Five Rivers will be offering Creative Nature Expression Exhibits to celebrate nature and the great outdoors!

    Exhibit Dates, Information & Registration

    May & June
    Nature Photography
    Submit your best shots of nature, taken both at Five Rivers or other areas in the Capital Region.

    July & August
    Children’s Art Showcase
    Elementary-aged children are welcome to submit a mixed media piece of their choice as it relates to nature.
    Artist Open House on Saturday, July 15 from 11 am to 1 pm… free to the public, light refreshments served.

    October & November
    Mixed Media
    We will display nature-themed paint, poetry, quilting, woodwork, and other mediums for this Mixed Media exhibit.

    LEARN MORE

    DOWNLOAD AND SUBMIT APPLICATION

    More information

    Summer Nature Week - Session 3

    Summer Nature Week - Session 3


    August 1, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Week - Session 3

    Summer Nature Week - Session 3


    August 2, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Week - Session 3

    Summer Nature Week - Session 3


    August 3, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Week - Session 3

    Summer Nature Week - Session 3


    August 4, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Five Rivers Fall Festival

    Five Rivers Fall Festival


    September 23, 2023

    Friends of Five Rivers and the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation invite you to the annual...

    FIVE RIVERS FALL FESTIVAL

    WHEN: Saturday, September 23, 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

    WHERE:  Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar, NY 12054

    WHAT:  Family-friendly day filled with Raffles • Gift Shop • Guided Walks • Live animals with experienced an animal rehabilitator • Crafts  •  Interactive Exhibits  • Live Music • Games • Food vendor trucks

    WHY: To Celebrate Five Rivers and support the Friends of Five Rivers, a not-for-profit that funds educational programs at Five Rivers Environmental Education Center.

    HOW MUCH:  Free admission & parking

    INFORMATION:  info@friendsoffiverivers.org

    More information

  • Creative Nature Expressions MIXED MEDIA Exhibit

    Creative Nature Expressions MIXED MEDIA Exhibit


    October 2, 2023

    Back by popular demand for the second year, Friends of Five Rivers will be offering Creative Nature Expression Exhibits to celebrate nature and the great outdoors!

    Exhibit Dates, Information & Registration

    May & June
    Nature Photography
    Submit your best shots of nature, taken both at Five Rivers or other areas in the Capital Region.

    July & August
    Children’s Art Showcase
    Elementary-aged children are welcome to submit a mixed media piece of their choice as it relates to nature.
    Artist Open House on Saturday, July 15 from 11 am to 1 pm… free to the public, light refreshments served.

    October & November
    Mixed Media
    We will display nature-themed paint, poetry, quilting, woodwork, and other mediums for this Mixed Media exhibit.

    LEARN MORE

    DOWNLOAD AND SUBMIT APPLICATION

    More information