From the Lake Placid Public Library:

Our next Homeschool event is our Homeschool Art Show & Reception on Thursday, May 1^st, 4-5:30 p.m. Artwork from students in grades K-12 may be submitted in any medium, but please note that wall art should be no larger than 20 x 20 and sculpture should be no larger than 10 x 10 and no heavier than 3 lbs. Works should be submitted on Tuesday, April 29 or Wednesday, April 30 during library hours. 

Please spread the word and if you have any questions, contact us at librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org or 518-523-3200. We look forward to celebrating the student masterpieces with you on May 1^st!

-Karen and Bambi

Bambi Pedu
Library Director
Lake Placid Public Library
librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org
2471 Main Street, Lake Placid, 12946

Geared toward 6th – 12th grade levels

Photochemical Reactions and

Carbon-Free Solar Fuels

Where: We’ll meet at Paul Smith’s College, Pickett Hall room 202, Paul Smiths, NY 12970 (Pickett Hall is labeled as 18 on the campus map available here https://mapformation.com/maps/paul-smiths-college-2d-perspective-campus-map/ )

When: 3:00-4:30pm Thursday, March 27th

Come join us as Dr. Saikat Chakraborty, Associate Professor of Chemistry at Paul Smith’s College, has offered to give homeschoolers an overview about photochemical reactions as they relate to both photosynthesis and photovoltaics. He will also share some of his own research into creating carbon-free solar fuels from water.

All are welcome! Homeschoolers should have a basic idea of what photosynthesis is and what it does, and what solar panels do, but no complex knowledge will be needed to appreciate the information presented.

March 27, 2025 – 3:30-4:30pm at the Lake Placid Public Library. Families with ages 4-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

RSVP 518-523-3200, librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org

To celebrate World Water Day (March 22, 2025) and in advance of the 20th World Lake Conference, AquaVox is offering a 90-minute free, online filmmaking workshop for youth (ages 14-25). Join us and/or share with those who may be interested.

Learn to tell powerful water and climate change stories that inspire action, educate communities, and influence decision-makers. Your film could even be featured at the #WorldLakeConference 2025! 

 Two session times are available for global participation! Register in advance.

Dates & Times

March 21 // March 22

Session A: Mar. 21: 7pm Chicago // Mar. 22: 8 am Bali // Mar. 22: 9am Japan // Mar. 22: 10 am Brisbane

A. Register: https://shorturl.at/GRDTf

March 22

Session B: 10am Chicago // 4pm Central Europe // 6pm East Africa

B. Register: https://shorturl.at/cD376

 Why Join?

– Learn the basics of impactful storytelling & video creation.

– Get insider tips on crafting engaging, high-impact short films.

– Connect with a global community of youth changemakers.

– Discover how YOUR film can be featured at the World Lake Conference (July 21 – 26)  & promote World Lake Day (August 27)!

Stay Connected! 

 Can’t make this session, but interested in a future one?  

 Want AquaVox to bring a youth film event to your gathering or conference?  

 Or maybe you just have a question?

Email AquaVox: info@aquavoxglobal.org

The world needs your voice and vision. Work with us to create the film only you can make!

Stephanie Smith // she/her
Principal // Zephyr Mangata  
stephanie@zephyrmangata.com 
ZephyrMangata.com
847-424-0900

Join The Wild Center for 6 Adirondack field trips with naturalists and scientists to expand your connections to Adirondack woods and waters. Explore nature, use scientific tools, and connect with local STEM resources. Local families with children ages 8-11 are welcome!

This was a popular, free, multi-week program last year for 1 adult, and 1 child (ages 8-11). Participants came from a wide geographic area and families got to know each other and the naturalists well. Deadline to apply: April 2, 2025. https://www.wildcenter.org/familyscienceseries/

Adirondack Woods, Water and Wonder: Family Science Series

Hi Homeschool Ski Families! We skied at the VIC yesterday and today and conditions really didn’t change from one day to the next, despite these warm temperatures. There is still a TON of snow on all trails. We stuck a pole in next to the trail and it still went down 18 inches. I have a feeling it will still be quite skiable this coming Tuesday 3/18, but because of the freezing temperatures on Monday night, I think we’ll want to let it warm up first to soften the snow. I think that by 12pm on Tuesday it will probably be great out there.

Please see the attached flyer and information below about a repeat event that will be happening in Saranac Lake at North Country Community College. If you weren’t able to attend the February 27 event at Moriah Central School, here’s your chance! Please share with your colleagues, friends, and family. ALL are welcome.

Neurodiversity Affirming Practices:Strength-based Approaches to Autism, ADHD, Developmental Disabilities, and other Differences

RSVPs are recommended, but not required. Click here to RSVP or email kdowd@nccc.edu

When: Monday March 31, 2025, 3 – 5 pm

Where: North Country Community College, Saranac Lake Campus
Rm S-19 Moholland Hall  

23 Santanoni Ave, Saranac Lake

What: A Workshop for providers, students, families, and others. 

• Presentation by Dr. Maria Rheaume, PsyD, Licensed PsychologistFollowed by a panel of individuals with lived experience and an overview of resources by Trista Cross and Jarika Firlik-Sprague (Mountain Lake Services)
• Pizza and refreshments (provided by Essex County Mental Health)
• Resource tables:
  • Mountain Lake Services
  • Essex County Mental Health
  • Building Resilience in Essex Families (BRIEF)
  • Careers in Human Services
  • More!

Topics: Explore affirming approaches to the intersection of mental health, developmental differences, and other forms of neurodivergence. 

• Defining different types of Neurodiversity.
• Strengths related to Autism, ADHD, and other kinds of neurodivergence.
• Explore the various approaches that are available and encouraged.
• Supporting the mental health of neurodivergent people.
• Navigating support resources.

Lead sponsors: North Country Community College,Mountain Lake Services, and the Building Resilience in Essex Families Coalition (BRIEF)

For more information: jessica.thompson@essexcountyny.gov or kdowd@nccc.edu

Homeschool Days: Change Is Sweet- Spring and Maple Season

Register in advance here: https://wildcenter.ticketapp.org/portal/product/25

March 21, 2025

10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Change Is Sweet: Spring and Maple Season at The Wild Center

Bring the homeschool experience to The Wild Center and immerse yourself in STEAM-based nature learning like never before. This year we are offering private homeschool experiences, events, and activities catered specifically for you. Homeschool families are welcome to participate in private programs, meet our animal ambassadors, and stop by the Naturalist Cabinet for science and art-based activities.

Free for members. Non-members: Adult (18+), $10; Youth (5-17), $5, children ages 4 and under are free

Program Details:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Naturalist Cabinet: Maple Sugaring Activities, Pine Needle Porcupines, Personal Field Guides, Participatory Science

11:30 AM & 1:30 PM, Great Hall: Tour of the Sugar Shack & Maple Themed Interpretive Dancing

1:00 PM, Theater: Specialty Program–Stickley the Porcupine and the Changing of Seasons

2:00 PM, Great Hall: Specialty Creature Feature–Zuma the Kestrel

The Adirondack Fish Hatchery Tour has been rescheduled for March 25, 2025 at 2:00pm.

Location: 103 Fish Hatchery Rd, Saranac Lake, NY 12983 (this is in the Lake Clear community outside Saranac Lake)

They will give us a tour that includes a video about the egg collection, and follows the fish from incubation to stocking. They expect the entire tour will take from one and a half to two hours. If you would like to attend, please let Cynthia G. know!

Dear Homeschool Families,

Our next Homeschool Thursday is scheduled for next Thursday, March 13^th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Students will explore the art of writing and illustrating picture books and begin to create their own. Each student will receive a hardcover blank book so to help with numbers for these, please RSVP to librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org or 518-523-3200.

This program is free and geared toward families with students in grades K-6, but other ages are welcome. Please note that parking is free on Main Street until 11:00 a.m. for those with a valid resident parking sticker. There is also free parking in the St. Eustace lot; please leave a note on your dashboard indicating you are at this children’s library event.  As always, happy reading!

-Karen and Bambi

Bambi Pedu

Library Director
Lake Placid Public Library
librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org
2471 Main Street, Lake Placid, 12946
lakeplacidlibrary.org
518-523-3200