Youth Lunch & Learn Program - Adventures on the Erie Canal
Schedule
Thu, 20 Feb, 2025 at 11:00 am
UTC-05:00Location
623 Columbia St., Utica, NY, United States, New York 13502 | Utica, NY
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Join Us for a Journey Through History! 🚤📚Adventures on the Erie Canal
Youth Lunch & Learn Program
📅 Thursday, February 20, 2025
📍 H.A.R.P. Museum at the Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley
🎉 Celebrate the Erie Canal's 200th Anniversary!
Get ready for an exciting day of storytelling, adventure, and hands-on fun as we bring history to life at the H.A.R.P. Museum! This FREE program is designed for kids aged 8-14 and is packed with interactive activities, delicious lunch, and unforgettable memories.
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Morning Session: 11:00 AM
📖 A Storytime Adventure:
Join us as a special guest reads from “Erie Canal Cousins” by local author Dorothy Stacy. Follow Rose, Charles, and the Finnegan family aboard the "Flying Eagle" as they journey down the Erie Canal from Albany to Utica. 🌊✨
🎁 Bonus for Every Kid: Each child will receive a FREE, autographed copy of the book to take home!
🍽️Lunch for Kids: Served at noon, right after the session.
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Afternoon Session: 1:00 PM
🎭 Interactive Show with Captain Kelsey:
Step into history with Captain Kelsey, an Erie Canal boat pilot looking for brave new mule drivers (hoggees)! 🎡 Captain Kelsey—portrayed by the talented Michele Henry—will share hilarious and heartwarming tales from life on the canal.
🍽️ Lunch for Kids: Served at noon, just before the program begins.
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🌟 Parents Are Welcome!
Parents/guardians can attend the events, but you’ll need to cover your own lunch (kids eat free!).
💻 Reserve Your Spot Now: Seats are limited, so secure your child’s spot today!
👉 Register at the link below
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This incredible program is made possible by a Legislative Initiative Program grant from Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon, administered by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
📍 H.A.R.P. Museum at the Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley
623 Columbia St., Utica, NY
Don’t miss this chance to explore history, spark curiosity, and celebrate one of New York’s greatest landmarks! 🌟
🛶 See you on the canal! 🛶
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623 Columbia St., Utica, NY, United States, New York 13502Event Location & Nearby Stays:
