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SUMMARY:3D Origami Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn the techniques of origami in this hands-on workshop!\n\n\n\nWelcome to our 3D Origami Workshop taught by the talented origami artist Itoko Kobayashi! Get ready to unleash your creativity and learn the art of creating stunning origami masterpieces in 3D. This hands-on workshop will guide you through the process step by step\, so whether you’re a beginner or have some experience\, you’re sure to have a blast. You will create two pieces\, flowers\, insects\, or both! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore the world of 3D origami! \nPlease register online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/3d-origami-workshop/
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SUMMARY:School's Out\, Museum's In: Gelli Prints
DESCRIPTION:Not sure what to do with the kids during Spring Break? Stop by and get creative with the Colonie Art League. We will be making Gelli Prints during this FREE Museum Day! \nApril 8\, 10am – 1pm.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/schools-out-museums-in-gelli-prints/
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SUMMARY:School's Out\, Museum's In: Move & Shake
DESCRIPTION:School’s out and not sure what to do with the kids? Bring them to Shaker Heritage Society for this FREE Museum activity. Move and Shake in this 45 minute class. Taught by Rachelle Smith-Stallman.\n\nInspired by the joyful rhythm of the Shakers\, kids jump in\, shake it out\, and explore funky movement—growing confidence\, creativity\, and community.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/schools-out-museums-on-move-shake/
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SUMMARY:Stained Glass Potted Plant Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Lack a green thumb? No problem! Make a beautiful stained glass plant that can survive your gardening skills.\n\nExplore the beauty of nature with the art of stained glass in this hands-on\, beginner friendly class. Glass pieces will be pre-cut and the techniques of copper foiling and soldering will be taught. Using a 6″ terra cotta pot\, various shades of green glass\, resin\, wire\, and styrofoam\, you will have created a plant that never needs watering. If you’ve ever wanted to learn the art of stained glass\, this is the perfect class for you.\n\n\n\nNo experience needed. All materials and tools will be provided. Please wear old clothes for resin work. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite.com!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/stained-glass-potted-plant-workshop/
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SUMMARY:"Hoppy" Easter Cookie Decorating Class
DESCRIPTION:Looking for some Easter-themed fun? In this class\, you’ll learn the art of royal icing cookie decorating with adorable Easter designs!\n\n\n\nHop on over and join us for an egg-citing sugar cookie decorating class! We’ll start right on time so everyone has plenty of time to decorate and ask questions. \nLocation: Shaker Heritage Society\, 25 Meeting House Rd\, Albany\, NY 12211 \nFree parking available on site. \nAges 7+ welcome. Any participant under the age of 14 must also be accompanied by an adult taking the class. \nAll cookies\, icing\, and tools are provided — just bring yourself! \nWhat does my class ticket include?  \n·       Each class comes with 6 cookies we’ll decorate (perfect for beginners!) \n·       4 icing bags with fun colors \n·       Step-by-step instructions throughout class \n·       To-go boxes to transport your creations home \n·       Q&A with icing tips\, tricks\, and dough 101 \nAllergens: The cookies include the following ingredients: all-purpose flour\, butter\, powdered sugar\, sugar\, meringue powder\, eggs\, salt\, baking powder\, corn syrup\, vanilla extract\, LorAnn princess cake and cookie emulsion\, food coloring\, and sprinkles. \nThese cookies are prepared in a kitchen that also bakes with common\, known allergens: milk\, eggs\, wheat\, and nuts. \nPlease consider your allergies before registering\, as this class may not be suitable for individuals with severe allergies. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite.com! \nAbout the Instructor:  \nJoshlin Sheridan is the owner of Meadowlark Custom Cookies and specializes in custom decorated royal icing sugar cookies. Check out some of her work and customer reviews on Instagram and Facebook: @meadowlark_custom_cookies.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/hoppy-easter-cookie-decorating-class/
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SUMMARY:Cathead Bread Basket Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Create this traditional Shaker basket that gets its name from its unique shape.\n\n\n\nA great basket for bread and rolls or as a catch all on the counter. Woven in reed\, this shorter version of a traditional Shaker Cathead Basket is 4” deep and 9” diameter with pointed or “cat ear” feet. Woven over a class mold for a perfect shape. \nNo experience needed. Suitable for 14 years and up. \nAll materials are included! \nPlease bring a bagged lunch or snacks\, we will break for approximately 30 minutes! \nRegister online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/cathead-bread-basket-workshop-2/
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SUMMARY:Felted Bird Yurt Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Do you like birds? Do you wish they had a warm and cozy home? Come make one with fiber artist\, Mallory Zondag!\n\n\n\nLearn the ancient and awesome art of wet felting during this four-hour workshop! Using wool\, water\, olive oil soap and your own two hands\, you will learn how to sculpt wool into a durable\, three-dimensional form that will become your bird house. Felted wool is insulating\, dirt resistant\, repels water and is a breathable fabric\, making it the perfect material to create a cozy home for your backyard birds. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite! \nMore about the artist: \nMallory Zondag is an award-winning New York–based textile artist whose work explores the connections between nature\, the body\, and human experience through felting\, weaving\, stitching\, and sculptural forms. Exhibited internationally\, she has completed multiple residencies and leads community art programs\, including her Fiber Living Wall project. Her work is held in private collections and major institutions such as the Whitney Museum\, the National Park Service\, and the Allentown Art Museum.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/felted-bird-yurt-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Needle Felted Fungi Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Create your own adorable mushroom!\n\n\n\nWork with local artist Mallory Zondag and learn how to sculpt with wool through that art of needle felting. During this three hour workshop you will learn how to work with wire to create an armature\, how to cover it with wool\, how to use the tools to form the wool into some fantastic fungi and finally how to mix and blend colors to bring your wooly mushroom to life! \nPlease register online at Eventbrite! \nAbout the artist: \nMallory Zondag is a mixed-media fiber artist and artist educator. Her experience with textiles while in art school led her to create both independent and community sculpture through a variety of fiber art mediums. She explores deeply personal and connective universal stories through the meditative and hands-on practices of wet felting\, weaving\, sculpting\, and stitching\, seeking to bring the ephemeral into physical being. The growth and decay of the natural world\, the duality of discomfort and attraction we feel towards it\, and humanity’s place within this dichotomy informs her dimensional textures and sculptural pieces.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/needle-felted-fungi-workshop/
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SUMMARY:"We Go Together" Cookie Decorating
DESCRIPTION:“We Go Together” Valentine’s Day Cookie Decorating Class\nCelebrate Valentine’s Day with the sweetest duos around! In this fun\, hands-on class\, you’ll decorate 6 cookies inspired by everyone’s favorite pairs — hot cocoa & doughnuts\, milk & cookies\, and cake & ice cream! Bring your sweetheart\, your bestie\, or come solo and make new cookie-loving friends!\nClass Details \n📅 Date: Friday\, February 13th\, 6–8 PM. A sweet way to celebrate Valentine’s Day decorating and celebrating with friends or loved ones! We’ll start right on time\, so everyone has plenty of time to decorate and ask questions. \n📍 Location: Shaker Heritage Society\, 25 Meeting House Rd\, Albany\, NY 12211 \nPrice: $60 per person \nAges 7+ welcome. Any participant under the age of 14 must also be accompanied by an adult taking the class. \nAll cookies\, icing\, and tools are provided — just bring yourself! \n🍪 What happens in class? In this two-hour session\, we’ll: • Learn sugar cookie & royal icing basics • Practice piping with royal icing • Receive step-by-step instructions to decorate 6 themed cookies \n⚠️ Allergens: The cookies include the following ingredients: all-purpose flour\, butter\, powdered sugar\, sugar\, meringue powder\, eggs\, salt\, baking powder\, corn syrup\, vanilla extract\, LorAnn princess cake and cookie emulsion\, food coloring\, and sprinkles. \nThese cookies are prepared in a kitchen that also bakes with common\, known allergens: milk\, eggs\, wheat\, and nuts. \nPlease consider your allergies before registering\, as this class may not be suitable for individuals with severe allergies. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite! \nAbout the Instructor:  \nJoshlin Sheridan is the owner of Meadowlark Custom Cookies\, a bakery specializing in custom decorated royal icing sugar cookies. Check out some of her work and customer reviews on Instagram and Facebook: @meadowlark_custom_cookies.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/we-go-together-cookie-decorating/
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SUMMARY:Heart Basket Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Weave a heart shaped basket\, the perfect gift or decor for Valentine’s Day!\n\nLearn to make this unique heart shaped basket using natural and red reed just in time for Valentine’s Day. This basket measures approximately 6” across by 4” deep\, a perfect size for candy\, cookies or trinkets.\n\n\n\nNo experience needed! \nPlease register online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/heart-basket-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Starburst Barn Quilt Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Darcy Leigh of The Creative Jam! \nCreate a stunning Welcome Starburst 18-inch round wood barn quilt \nIn this hands-on workshop\, you’ll paint and assemble your quilt from pre-cut wood pieces\, then finish it off with a sturdy hanger so it’s ready to display. \nWhile each design will be the starburst featured above\, your colors are entirely up to you. You can go with classic red\, white\, and blue\, soft pastels\, brilliant rainbow\, or something completely unexpected with patterns and blends. Make it your own masterpiece. \nAll materials are included\, no experience needed — we’ll guide you step-by-step. Just bring yourself and your creativity. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/starburst-barn-quilt-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Dot Mandala Mug Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Paint a stunning dot mandala with MaryMargaret of Dots4Days!\n\n\n\nJoin us for a fun day of painting a beautiful dot mandala on a 12 oz. ceramic mug. This is the perfect time of year for it. Cozy up by the fire with your favorite hot beverage and enjoy your amazing artwork. \nMugs will be black\, pictured below. Design will be similar to the green one featured above. All materials included! \nWorkshop will be located on the second floor of the Meeting House in the Resource Library. \nRegister online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/dot-mandala-mug-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Stained Glass Holiday Ornament Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Discover the magic of stained glass in this fun\, beginner-friendly workshop! You’ll create your very own gnome and tree ornament to brighten your home or give as a heartfelt gift. No experience needed—patterns and all supplies are included. Just bring your creativity and enjoy! \nPlease reserve your tickets at Eventbrite.com! \nSpace is limited!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/stained-glass-holiday-ornament-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Stained Glass Winter Suncatcher Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This class is perfect for people of all crafting abilities! Suncatchers measure 2″ x11″. You will learn the basic stained glass techniques needed to complete this winter themed suncatcher. All materials are provided\, glass is precut and colors preselected by the instructor. \nPlease bring gloves\, a mask\, and wear closed toed shoes. \nSpace is limited! \nPlease purchase tickets at Eventbrite.com!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/stained-glass-winter-suncatcher-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Schools Out\, Musuems On: Cursive & Calligraphy
DESCRIPTION:Is school closed and you’re not sure what to do with your kids? Look no further! Come to Shaker Heritage Society for a FREE Museum Day. On November 11th\, from 10am – 1pm\, we will be hosting a FREE dive into the secret language of adults. Where kids of all ages will learn the basics of cursive and calligraphy. Kids will have the opportunity to try out their new skills on a real slate chalk board and also on paper. Kids will test their cursive reading skills on copies of hand-written Shaker journal entries. \nFor more information email educator@shakerheritage.org or call 518-456-7890!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/schools-out-musuems-on-cursive-calligraphy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T140000
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SUMMARY:No Sew Quilted Ornament Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Love fabric but don’t sew? Join us for a fun\, no-sew workshop where you’ll create beautiful fabric ornaments using just a foam ball\, straight pins\, and your creativity. With several fabric colors and patterns to choose from\, you’ll design a one-of-a-kind keepsake perfect for gifting or decorating this holiday season. All materials are provided\, along with resources to make more at home. \nMaterial fee is required. Please purchase with your admission. \nTickets available online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/no-sew-quilted-ornament-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Needle Felted Animals
DESCRIPTION:Join the talented fiber artist Mallory Zondag and learn how to sculpt with wool through the art of needle felting during this three hour workshop. You will gain skills in shaping and sculpting wool with the felting tools\, blending colors and creating facial features and other forms like wings and ears. Animal design can range from realistic to animated. Materials will be provided to turn your new friend into an ornament or leave it as a standing decoration! All materials are provided\, and no experience is necessary to participate! \nPlease purchase tickets online at Eventbrite! \nMore about Mallory: \nMallory Zondag is a mixed-media fiber artist and artist educator. Her experience with textiles while in art school led her to create both independent and community sculpture through a variety of fiber art mediums. She explores deeply personal and connective universal stories through the meditative and hands-on practices of wet felting\, weaving\, sculpting\, and stitching\, seeking to bring the ephemeral into physical being. The growth and decay of the natural world\, the duality of discomfort and attraction we feel towards it\, and humanity’s place within this dichotomy informs her dimensional textures and sculptural pieces.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/needle-felted-animals/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T130000
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SUMMARY:Dot Mandala Trinket Tray Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Dots4Days in creating a beautiful dot mandala trinket (jewelry) tray. Dot Mandala is a meditative art form people have used for centuries\, attendees will decorate a 4 inch dish to place near their bedside table\, kitchen or bathroom sink\, to temporarily hold their jewelry while washing hands\, cooking or sleeping. You will learn the basic designs that people from Celtic\, Native American\, Indian\, and many other cultures throughout history have used to embellish their worlds. Materials\, tools\, and instruction will be provided. \n  \nPlease purchase tickets online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/dot-mandala-trinket-tray-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Manifestations: A Shaker Ghost Tour
DESCRIPTION:250 years ago\, eight Shakers fled England\, bound for New York in hopes of finding religious freedom. Named for their trembling “religious ecstasies\,” the Shakers received gifts of revelation; communications from the spirit world. Led by a woman whom they called\, “Mother Ann”\, they were subject to bloody persecution. Shakers were beaten\, imprisoned\, abducted\, and chased out of town on both sides of the Atlantic. Undeterred\, they persevered to build their vision of Heaven-on-Earth right here\, in Albany. We invite you to join us as we pull back the veil separating this world from the next at America’s First Shaker Settlement. \nTours are on Oct. 17\, 18\, 19\, 24\, & 25 at 5:30pm. \n*This ghost tour touches on sensitive topics including sickness\, mental illness\, suicide\, physical abuse\, religious persecution\, and death\, both of children and of adults. If these topics hit too close to home\, we hope that you will take good care and join us for a regular tour another time \nTickets can be purchased online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/manifestations-a-shaker-ghost-tour-5/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T130000
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SUMMARY:West Family Specialty Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Watervliet Shaker West Family was the last to be organized\, in 1810\, and the first to close\, in 1914. When the buildings were rehabilitated in the 1940s for private residential use\, the upper floors of the Dwelling House were not altered for apartments. The tour will introduce the history of the West Family and will include a visit to the former bedrooms\, Meeting Room\, and attic storage areas. Participants must be able to climb several flights of stairs. \nSpace is limited! \nReserve your ticket online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/west-family-specialty-tour/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T090017
CREATED:20241203T211653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T165624Z
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SUMMARY:Stained Glass & Sliced Geode Window Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This class is perfect for all levels of student. This class will be broken into 2 days! October 11th\, 2025 (10am – 3pm) and October 18th\, 2025 (10am – 3pm). You must attend both sessions to complete your 9″x12″ stained glass window. You will make a resin sliced geode\, design\, cut\, and create your own 9″x12″ window using all the common techniques used in stained glass work. Glass colors will be preselected by the instructor. All materials provided! \nYou will be working with resin on October 11th\, please wear old clothes this day. Please bring gloves\, a mask\, and wear closed toed shoes. \nSpace is limited \nPlease register online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/stained-glass-sliced-geode-window-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T090017
CREATED:20230907T194551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T163623Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Shaker Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Our traditional Holiday Fair promotes the holiday spirit with regional artisans featuring handmade pottery\, jewelry\, fiber\, artisan foods and much more! \nAll inside our historic 1848 Meeting House.  \nChoose unique gifts for your loved ones while helping support local businesses this holiday season. \nOctober 8th through December 14th \nTuesdays through Sundays from 10 am to 4 pm\nClosed Mondays \nAdmission is free\, donations welcome! \nCheck out our list of participating artisans HERE.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/2025-shaker-holiday-market/
CATEGORIES:Fairs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T090017
CREATED:20240823T155814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T161418Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Market Preview
DESCRIPTION:Shaker Heritage Society is opening their doors one day early to their local Holiday Market! This is an exclusive first look at the hand crafted goods that will be available this season. We have curated a wonderful collection of unique artisans and vendors to stock their shelves! Enjoy the vibes with live music and our offering of seasonal wine and ciders\, as well as other little snacks and treats. You’ll also have the chance to speak with a number of our artisans and vendors who will be in attendance. \nAdmission is donation based! Donate online at Eventbrite! \nCheck out our list of vendors HERE.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/holiday-market-preview/
CATEGORIES:Fairs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T090017
CREATED:20250925T145511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T145511Z
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SUMMARY:Schools Out\, Musuems On: Cyanotypes
DESCRIPTION:Is school closed and you’re not sure what to do with your kids? Look no further! Come to Shaker Heritage Society for a FREE Museum Day. On October 2nd\, from 10am – 1pm\, we will be hosting a FREE Herbal Impressions\, walk in class. Where kids of all ages will learn a little bit about the medicinal herb industry that started here and then pick herbs and use them to make cyanotypes (blue and white camera-less photographs that are developed using sunlight) of their own! \nFor more information email educator@shakerheritage.org or call 518-456-7890!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/schools-out-musuems-on-cyanotypes/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T090017
CREATED:20250710T195736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T195736Z
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SUMMARY:Shaker Box Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on workshop offers an opportunity to learn the techniques behind these iconic oval boxes\, renowned for their minimalist elegance\, functional simplicity\, and exceptional durability. This workshop is 2 days. September 27th & 28th\, 10am – 4pm. You must attend both classes to complete your box. \nWhat You’ll Experience: \n● A Journey into Shaker History: Begin with an introduction to the Shaker communities\, their philosophy of “beauty in utility” and the historical context that gave rise to their distinctive furniture and household items\, including the beloved Shaker box. \n● Mastering Traditional Techniques: You’ll learn the authentic methods used to create Shaker boxes. This includes: \n\nWood Preparation: Selecting and preparing the thin strips of hardwood (often maple or cherry) that form the sides of the box.\nBending and Shaping: Utilizing steam and specialized forms to achieve the characteristic oval shape of the box and its lid.\nSwallowtail Finger Joints: Precisely cutting and fitting the iconic “swallowtail” or “fingers” that secure the bent wood\, a hallmark of Shaker craftsmanship.\nCoppering: Attaching the lid and securing the joints with traditional copper tacks\, adding both strength and aesthetic appeal.\nFinishing: Discussion of various finishing options.\n\n● Your Own Handcrafted Keepsake: By the end of the class\, you will have constructed your very own authentic Shaker box\, a testament to your newfound skills and a beautiful\, functional piece to cherish for years to come. You’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the meticulous detail and thoughtful design that went into every Shaker creation. \nNo prior woodworking experience is necessary\, Familiarity with basic hand tools is helpful\, but not necessary. All tools and materials will be provided. Just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to learn! \nJoin us and discover the timeless art of Shaker box making – a craft that embodies beauty\, utility\, and enduring tradition. \nRegister online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/shaker-box-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T090017
CREATED:20250228T153547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T194107Z
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SUMMARY:Kintsugi Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery. If a bowl is broken\, rather than discarding the pieces\, the fragments are put back and the cracks are adorned with gold. There are no attempts to hide the damage\, instead\, it is highlighted. The practice has come to represent the idea that beauty can be found in imperfection. The breakage is an opportunity and applying this kind of thinking to instances of failure in our own lives can be helpful. \nJoin Shaker Heritage Society and hvkintsugi in this crowd favorite! This workshop will be led by local Art Therapist Tara DeLuca. \nDuring the workshop you will connect with your bowl\, break it\, confront the damage and take ownership of the pieces that remain by glueing them back together. \nThe bowl will be changed forever\, just as each person is through their own personal experiences. \nThis is a calming\, shared experience. It is an excellent way to participate in self-care. \n“Instead of masking the flaws\, a Japanese way of seeing things is that by highlighting the cracks\, the piece becomes stronger\, more beautiful\, and easier to use.” \nAll materials are included! \nYou may bring one piece of broken pottery to use in the workshop\, but we ask that you participate in the breaking and painting of the supplied bowl. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/kintsugi-workshop-6/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T090017
CREATED:20250819T151807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T152146Z
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SUMMARY:Paranormal Report: The Ghosts of Shaker Heritage Society
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Shaker Heritage Society for a special lecture and presentation by renowned paranormal investigator Jack Kenna of Discover Plus series Haunted Case Files\, and his team Rensselaer Paranormal Research for a discussion and reveal of paranormal evidence captured here at Shaker Heritage Society. Over the past several years Jack and his team have been holding investigations here as part of his paranormal classes he teaches at both Hudson Valley Community College and SUNY Schenectady (SCCC). During their numerous investigations of the Meeting Hall\, Barn and Ministry Building\, Jack\, his team and students have captured evidence of spirit activity on both audio and video in all these locations. Listen to the spirit voices that have been captured\, watch some unique video of activity\, and hear stories of personal experiences by Jack and his team members. Join us for this unique lecture/presentation as Jack reveals the evidence and discusses how the history of Shaker Heritage lends itself to support the spirit activity here\, as well as just who might be haunting the various locations. \nSuggested donation of $5. Donations can be made at Eventbrite.com or at the door!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/paranormal-report-the-ghosts-of-shaker-heritage-society/
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T090017
CREATED:20250821T185756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T190500Z
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SUMMARY:Bleecker Consort - Autumnal Revels
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and experience the lively spirit of Medieval and Renaissance gatherings through music\, dance\, and revelry. The Albany-based Bleecker Consort\, founded in 1988\, brings centuries-old traditions to life with a colorful program of autumnal delights. \nPerformed on a fascinating array of instruments—including recorders\, dulcian\, cornamuse\, shawm\, scheitholt\, and doumbek—the Consort’s music resonates beautifully in the warm acoustics of the historic 1848 Shaker Meeting House. \nReserve your tickets at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/bleecker-consort-autumnal-revels/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T090017
CREATED:20250904T190852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T164409Z
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SUMMARY:Closing Reception - SKILLED Photography Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:This event marks the closing of “SKILLED\,” a photography exhibit featuring 24 framed photos of traditional tradespeople. A collaboration between photographer Tod Bryant and Ken Follett\, the exhibit is an exploration of the traditional building trades\, highlighting the intersection of tradition\, technology\, and community. The event is structured in two parts: a lecture followed by an interactive reception. \nThe evening will begin with a lecture by Ken Follett\, a Board Member of the Association of Preservation Technology Northeast. “From Sacred Labor to Peak Performance: Exploring Work\, Community\, and the Flow State.” The talk will explore how work\, when treated as a sacred and communal activity\, can lead to a “sharing of flow” among participants. Drawing insights from the Shakers and other historic communal societies\, Follett will discuss this collective state of peak performance and engagement. Following the lecture\, attendees will enjoy the closing reception for the exhibit. Guests can view the 24 photographs while enjoying refreshments. A unique feature of the reception will be an open conversation with both the photographer\, Tod Bryant\, and the tradespeople who are the subjects of the photographs. This session offers a special opportunity to gain deeper insight into their skilled work. \nTickets can be purchased here!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/closing-reception-skilled-photography-exhibit/
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T090017
CREATED:20250228T162610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T155305Z
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SUMMARY:Pressed Flower Workshop - September
DESCRIPTION:Shaker Heritage Society is thrilled to be teaming up with Darcy Leigh of The Creative Jam. Create a stunning botanical keepsake in this hands-on Pressed Flower Workshop! You’ll design an 8×8″ double-sided floating glass frame\, beautifully showcasing pressed flowers and foliage. Choose to create a minimalist floating floral arrangement or add a background for a layered\, artistic touch. \nAll materials\, including a variety of pressed flowers\, decorative papers\, and an 8×8″ double glass frame\, will be provided. Whether you’re drawn to a delicate\, airy look or a vibrant\, framed composition\, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind nature-inspired piece to display in your home or gift to a loved one. \nNo prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity and love for botanicals! \nPlease register online at Eventbrite! \nMore about the instructor: \nDarcy Leigh is the owner of the Creative Jam\, a vibrant creative space in Lake George\, NY. Like many artists\, Darcy explores a wide array of creative disciplines\, including drawing\, painting\, woodworking\, paper crafting\, photography\, multimedia\, upcycling\, improvisational theater and fiction writing. Her major artistic endeavor\, however\, is the Creative Jam itself\, which showcases her passion for fostering creativity. At the Creative Jam\, Darcy is building a community filled with people who share an interest in many types of creativity. She offers classes\, retreats\, and events that are filled with fun and like-minded individuals. Darcy also finds joy in harvesting leaves and blooms from her garden and the surrounding forest\, transforming them into beautiful works of art. Her innovative spirit and love for diverse creative efforts shine through everything she does.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/pressed-flower-workshop-september/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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