The Library will be hosting Delhi Historical Society Programs again this year on some Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm.
Tuesday, August 18th, 6:30 pm, “The Clark Creamery”
Speaker: Kyle Clark
Kyle Clark is a 5th generation farmer on the Clark Farm located on Elk Creek Road. He has made some additions to the farm since returning home from college–a new barn and creamery which opened in March. Kyle will share family history of the farm and how it has changed over the years.
Cannon Free Library
Tuesday, September 8th, 6:30 pm, “Early Settlers of the Catskills”
Speaker: Ed Kruser
Ed Kruser, former history teacher at Delaware Academy, will discuss the early settlers of the Catskills and the various types of tools that they used, along with tales of their encounters with and survival against wild animals of the area.
Cannon Free Library
Cannon Free Library
Saturday, September 19th, 12-3pm
The Cannon House will be open during the 35th Annual Delhi Harvest Festival. Selections from the permanent collection will be on display. Drop in for a visit!
Cannon House
Saturday, September 26th, 12-3pm, “The History of Delhi’s Churches”
This historical exhibit will feature a few of the oldest houses of worship in Delhi, and representatives of those will be on hand to share their history and to exhibit some of their church’s artifacts.
Cannon House
Tuesday, October 13th, 6:30 pm, “Native Wildlife of the Catskills”
Speaker: Jason Choquette
Jason Choquette, a local DEC officer, will share information about the wildlife native to Delaware County, including examples of their pelts. He’ll also share some interesting stories.
Cannon Free Library
Saturday, October 17th, 12-3pm, “Early Settlers of the Catskills”
Jason Schwartz will exhibit items that he has found metal detecting. He will be displaying some artifacts that are from the 1770’s like musket parts, jewelry, gun caps and tokens. He’ll demonstrate use of the metal detector and will take people outside so that they can try it for themselves.
Cannon House
Tuesday, November 3rd, 6:30 pm, “Hemp”
Speaker: Rose Lamport
Rose Lamport, of Lamport Hemp Farm, will be discussing the history of hemp farming. She’ll talk about the planting process, harvesting, health benefits and other related information.
Cannon Free Library
Tuesday, December 8, 6:30pm, “A Christmas Memory”
Speaker: Steven Gendle
Mr. Gendle will read the ever popular “A Christmas Memory,” by Truman Capote. Light, festive refreshment.
Cannon Free Library
To learn more about the Delhi Historical Society and its programs, please visit their website:
http://www.delhinyhistory.org/
