Jean Hamel from Crazy Crow Arts had such a great time last week she's back! Come view her work as part of our Saturdays at Sims Store. You may even find a few unique holiday gifts to purchase! Jean partnered with us last year to sell her hand-painted Christmas tree ornaments in our gift shop […]
Join us here at Sims Store with Ms. Jenny from the Maxwell Library to make your own Thanksgiving Tree Memo Board! Tis the season to remember what we are thankful for & this board can remind you! This craft is appropriate for all ages & is FREE! 12 noon - 2 pm at Sims Store
Get into the holiday spirit by painting your own snowman! Local artist Bev Owen was one of the talented people who painting the beautiful mural we added to the park this Summer & is teaching this class. The first time slot is 12:30 pm & is reserved for families (ex. 1 adult & 1 child […]
Join local wool spinner Linda Bishop Surbeck from 12 - 4 pm at Sims Store Museum as she shows how yarn was produced "back in the day". The process of turning wool from a sheep (or goat or alpaca) into yarn which can be used to produce clothing is hundreds of years old. Learn how […]
Winter is finally here, so what better time to bring some tropical sunshine to you?! Local artist Bev Owen, who hosted a very successful art class with us in November, is a talented artist & teacher. Choose from 2 time slots: 12:30 pm -OR- 2:00 pm. All materials will be provided. There is a $20 […]
Tis the season for jingle bells! Make your own jingle bell door hanger craft with Ms. Anna from the Maxwell Library here at Sims Store! This is so much more festive than a boring doorbell when guests come to visit! All supplies provided and great for all ages. FREE!! No registration required, just drop-in!
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of crafting and creativity at Sims Store! This event is FREE and open to all ages. See you there!
Join us THIS SATURDAY at Sims Store to make your own snow globe. Melissa from the Maxwell Library will help you create your unique winter wonderland with a recycled baby food jar. Drop-in anytime between the two hours. All supplies provided. FREE! (This event was rescheduled from January 11)
The Camillus Canal Society will host the first of its 2025 Snippets & Tales Speaker’s Series on Saturday, January 25 at 1pm featuring Dr. David and Liz Beebe and “A Hidden Treasure: The History of the Camilus Erie Canal Park”. The Beebes led a small but mighty group of volunteers back in 1972 who partnered […]
The CNY Bicentennial Planning group is presenting a showcase of planned events, services and opportunities to celebrate the 200th year of the Erie Canal. At this event, each of the Central New York Erie Canal Museums and other historic sites throughout CNY will speak about their respective sites and what they will be offering during […]
Feel the love & make your own mugs & hugs with the Maxwell Library at Sims Store! This event is FREE and fun for all ages!
The life of DeWitt Clinton is an interesting exploration into the politics of early America and New York State. In our 2nd installment of Snippets and Tales, 2025, David Brooks, Historic Site Assistant & Education Director at Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site will examine a curious incident in Clinton's life. Recognized now as the “Father […]