Public Events

Events are free and open to the public.

For additional information, please contact Pamela Freeman via phone (845) 677-7600 x121 or e-mail.

Friday, July 30th, 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Bringing Nature Home

Speaker: Douglas W. Tallamy

If you have a yard, you can make a difference. Douglas W. Tallamy will discuss methods of turning your property into a sanctuary for wildlife by utilizing native plants. Copies of his book, Bringing Nature Home, will be available for purchase.

The talk will take place in our auditorium located at 2801 Sharon Tpk., Millbrook, N.Y.

Sunday, August 8th, 12 noon - 2 p.m.

GPS Scavenger Hunt

Younger visitors will go on a trail walk and look for items of interest using their observation skills. Kids 10 and up will be invited to use handheld global positioning systems (GPS) to discover items hidden on the Cary Institute’s grounds. GPS receivers will be provided; no prior experience necessary.

To ensure we have enough equipment, please RSVP by calling (845) 677-7600 x 121. Wear sturdy shoes.

The program will begin at the Gifford House, 2917 Sharon Tpk., Millbrook, N.Y.

Friday, August 13th, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

23rd Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium

Join the Cary Institute for our 23rd Annual REU Symposium, where undergraduate students will present the results of their summer research projects. Funded by the National Science Foundation, the Cary Institute's REU program attracts students from all over the country. Working with a mentor, participants craft a project, carry out research, analyze data, and present their findings.

The event will be held in our auditorium, at 2801 Sharon Turnpike (Route 44) in Millbrook, N.Y. For more information, call (845) 677-7600 x326 or e-mail zolnikp@caryinstitute.org.

Friday, August 20th, 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

The Weather of the Future

Heidi Cullen, Director of Science Communications for Climate Central, will talk about her new book, The Weather of the Future: Heat Waves, Extreme Storms, and Other Scenes from a Climate Changed Planet. Books will be available for purchase.