MOVERS AND SHAKERS

Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays during January Nature’s Ninjas at the MOST

What: Every species of animal has evolved some mechanism to protect themselves from attack – every animal has a self-defense strategy; size, claws, teeth, venom, poison, and so many more. Nature’s Ninjas explores some of the most common and most unique mechanisms of self-defense in the animal kingdom in this kid-friendly, interactive, live animal exhibit. Included in the exhibit will be varied species of animals, vibrant panels of content about the animals and their natural disguises, and a full-time staff member to educate guests, as well as perform four live animal programs per day. When: Live shows at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. (the museum is closed daily from 1 to 2 p.m. for cleaning) Info: most.org/natures-ninjas/

Sunday, Jan. 17 Your Favorite Things with Symphoria

What: Last season, you loved it when Symphoria played our favorite pieces. This season, patrons get to vote on your favorite pieces. What will the program include? The only way to find out is to come to the concert! Voting took place during the fall of 2020. This event is livestreamed. When: 3 p.m. Info: For information and tickets, visit experiencesymphoria.org

Friday, Jan. 22 & Saturday, Jan. 23 Guided Moonlight Snowshoe Hike

What: A winter moon lights the way as your group explores the Beaver Lake Nature Center’s woodlands and frozen marshes on snowshoes. Registration is required beginning at 8 a.m. the day of the hike, and space is limited. This program will be offered only when conditions are acceptable. Rent snowshoes for $5. Masks are required, if unable to social distance. When: 7 p.m. Info: onondagacountyparks.com

Saturday, Jan. 23 Tai Plays Tchaikovsky

What: Ring in 2021 withTai Murray and the amazingTchaikovsky Violin Concerto. Samuel Barber’s Essay No. 1 will be sure to please. Sibelius’s inventive and powerful Symphony No.5 is the perfect finale.This event is livestreamed. When: 7:30 p.m. Info: For information and tickets, visit experiencesymphoria.org

Saturday, Jan. 30 Japanese Ikebana and Culture

What: Ikebana is the ancient Japanese art of flower arranging.It has become an art form that is associated with a meditative quality. This virtual talk will introduce the principles of Japanese Ikebana and demonstrate the Sogetsu style Ikebana. Let’s learn, practice, and experience Japanese Ikebana and Japanese culture together. Led by Jia Man, Japanese and Chinese instructor of Foreign Language at LeMoyne College. Materials list is provided and you must pre-register to participate. $16 for Everson Museum members and $20 for non-members.Available on Zoom. When: 2:30 to 4 p.m. Info: everson.org,or call 315.474.6064

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