Have you ever tried a pawpaw? These delicious local wild fruits are ripening this week. Join local naturalist Jon Wolz for a Pop-Up Paw Paw Walk on Thursday, September 14th at 10:00 a.m. Meet in the White’s Ferry parking lot and we will walk from Whites Ferry along the C&O Tow Path in search of this succulent fruit nicknamed the "poor man's banana". We’ll learn how to find and collect these treats and hear [...]
Join in person Mahjong on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.! Under the skillful guidance of volunteer instructor Joyce Kral, beginner and seasoned players are welcomed to learn this fun game of skill, strategy and luck. This activity will be ongoing at Speer Hall each Thursday at 10 am unless otherwise noted. For a little background of the game: Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in 19th century China. It is commonly played by four [...]
Join travel enthusiast Barbara Paulson on Zoom on September 14th at 7:00 p.m. for an introduction to the Christkindlesmarkts of Munich, Rothenberg, Nuremberg, Salzburg, and more. Community pride and local artisanship feature prominently in these annual events that offer seasonal delicacies and craft specialties such as handblown glass ornaments and boiled wool items. Barbara’s information about local history, museums, and attractions will add depth to your next visit. Ms. Paulson is an experienced traveler [...]