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In the Gallery:
Wild Things: Nature Photography by Melissa J. Burchard. Opening at the Richard F. Brush Gallery, St. Lawrence University, May 28. On display through July 9. Sample the exhibit.
New in the Gallery: North Korean Images at Utopia's Edge. At the Richard F. Brush Gallery, St. Lawrence University, through March 12. 
Audio Slideshow:Time Studies: Photographs By Mark Klett
Mark Klett directed the Rephotographic Survey Project which rephotographed places first captured during surveys of the West in the late 19th century. Matha Foley spoke to the SLU graduate in the Brush Gallery.
Audio SlideshowMandala Dismantling Ceremony: All Things Transitory
Visitors to St. Lawrence University's Brush Art Gallery have had an opportunity for quiet reflection while viewing a sand mandala constructed by Tenzin Yignyen, a Tibetan Buddhist monk. But, like life, it isn't permanent.Tenzin returns to lead a dismantling ceremony..
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Peace Oath, ca. 1967, wood engraving, private collection
Rockwell Kent's enduring art, legacy
Canton, NY, Nov 16, 2012 — An exhibition of one of America's most famous 20th century artists, and an Adirondack farmer, is on display through mid-December at St. Lawrence University. Rockwell Kent: The Once Most Popular American Artist is a display of more than 75 works in a variety of media, including some recent acquisitions by the university, in the Brush Art Gallery and at the Owen D. Young Library Special Collections. Go to full article
November skies offer early risers lots to see
Canton, NY, Nov 06, 2012 — Planets are on the move in in the mornings, in both the eastern and western skies. Astronomer Aileen O'Donoghue sketched the scenes in conversation with Martha Foley Tuesday morning, and she also explained why the moon matters so much in the ocean's tides, like those that swept ashore during superstorm Sandy. Go to full article
Using secular meditation to awaken the inner spirit
Canton, NY, Aug 30, 2012 — An ancient meditation practice that cleanses and energizes the body will be taught at a gathering next Tuesday night in Canton. Todd Moe talks with organizer Winnie Sachno about the "Celebrate Oneness" evening which will include meditations and a Oneness Blessing under the guidance of Oneness meditators Skip Miller and Mahaal Ajallahb.
Sachno explains that Oneness is an experience that moves beyond the mind; no beliefs or philosophies are taught. Go to full article
Sachno explains that Oneness is an experience that moves beyond the mind; no beliefs or philosophies are taught. Go to full article
Watching the late summer sky
Canton, NY, Aug 28, 2012 — A blue moon, Venus, Jupiter and watching the summer stars -- Todd Moe talks with St. Lawrence University astronomer Dr. Aileen O'Donoghue. Go to full article
In the night sky: stars, planets and a meteor shower
Canton, NY, Jul 31, 2012 — Astronomer Aileen O'Donoghue stopped by the studios this morning with an update on stars and planets to watch for this summer. Venus has risen in the morning sky. Mars,... Go to full article
Earthlings watch the Venus Transit
Canton, NY, Jun 06, 2012 — Yesterday evening Venus made its last journey across the face of the sun, as seen from Earth, until the year 2117. People of all ages covered the southeast corner of the St.... Go to full article
Venus transit
Canton, NY, Jun 05, 2012 — The Venus transit of the Sun headlines astronomy news this week, including in the NCPR studios, where Aileen O'Donoghue gave Martha Foley the story. Venus will pass between... Go to full article
Books: "This is What I Thought at the Time"
Canton, NY, May 22, 2012 — Long-time Canton resident Peter Van de Water is out with a new book, This is What I Thought at the Time. It's a collection of his essays originally published in the... Go to full article
Biologist passes along his fascination with metamorphosis
Canton, NY, May 18, 2012 — Dr. Alexander Schreiber studies change--the metamorphosis of amphibians and flatfish. His St. Lawrence University biology lab teems with frogs and fish in various stages of... Go to full article
News from the solar system
Canton, NY, May 15, 2012 — St. Lawrence University physics professor Aileen O'Donoghue shared news of big events in the solar system in conversation with Martha Foley this morning. She explained how a... Go to full article
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