January 27
History Mysteries - a collaborative program with the Kinderhook Library for children 7 years old and up. The first offering focuses on ice harvesting, and features reading of The Ice Horse, making ice cream, and a visit to the museum to look at the ice harvesting tools in the collection. 3:15 at the Kinderhook Memorial Library. No fee.

February 23
Distinguished Author Series presents "Protecting our Constitutional Democracy: Rekindling the 'Constitutional Conscience' to preserve our National Unity," a discussion with Eric Lane, co-author with Michael Oreskes of The Genius of America: How the Constitution Saved Our Country and Why It Can Do It Again, and Frederick A.O. Schwarz , co-author with Aziz Huq of Unchecked and Unbalanced: Presidential Power in a Time of Terror. 4 pm. No fee
Reception follows: prepaid reservations necessary, $35/per person.

March 29
Peter Stott speaks at Space 360, 360 Warren Street, in Hudson about his newly published book Looking for Work: Industrial Archeology in Columbia County, New York. Talk is free but advance registrations are required. Reception and book-signing that follow cost $35; please send check with reservation.

March 30
History Mysteries a collaborative program with the Kinderhook Library for children 7 years old and up, Shaker theme.

April 12
Bus tour of industrial sites of Columbia County based on Peter Stott's book. 9am to 4pm. Lunch at restaurant Local 111 in Philmont. Cost $40.

April 30
Final day of Looking for Work, the exhibition of contemporary photographs based on Peter Stott's book

May 3
Distinguished Author Series presents Will Swift, author of The Kennedys Amidst the Gathering Storm at the First Presbyterian Church, Church Street, Valatie.

May 24
Van Alen House opens for the season. New tours at the Luykas Van Alen site reflect the lives of five people in 1754. James Vanderpoel House is closed for restoration. Grounds open to the public.

May 31- June 1
Fyfes and Drumms of Olde Saratoga Encampment on the lawn at the James Vanderpoel House. Parade Saturday.

May 31
New Old Kinderhook Fair on the Village Square, Kinderhook

May 31
At the Columbia County Historical Society from 6 to 8. Preview the opening of the summer exhibition entitled COLLECTING HISTORY featuring highlights of the CCHS collection. Cocktail reception at the Vanderpoel House. ( Free event)

June 7
Distinguished Author Series features Rod Blackburn presenting his new book GREAT HOUSES OF NEW ENGLAND. Lecture at the Kinderhook Dutch Reformed Church at 4:00 ( Free). Cocktail hour and book signing at the Burgoyne House at the invitation of Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Peckner. $35 for this reception.

June 7 10th Annual National Union OK 5K finishes at the James Vanderpoel House.

June 13 Join us at 2:30 p.m. as we welcome New York State Senator Stephen M. Saland at the James A. Vanderpoel House, 16 Broad Street, Kinderhook. We will celebrate the installation of the roof balustrade -- the first step in the restoration of this important site and creation of CCHS' Center for Columbia County History.

June 14
First Columbians 2008... "Continuing New Traditions"
This year the Society's major benefit welcomes American artist Ellsworth Kelly, a master of modern art and a Columbia County resident, as our Distinguished Guest. Festivities begin with a Cocktail Reception on the scenic Chatham property of Lois Dickson. The Reception includes an exciting Silent Auction, featuring the work of many of Columbia County's most creative talents -- and coveted tickets to Sold Out Red Sox and Giants games -- among many other temptations! For those wishing to attend, the reception is followed by private dinners at elegant homes throughout the county. Please call the Society at 758-9265 for further information.

September 28
History Mysteries at the Kinderhook Library. Apple theme.

October 18
Annual meeting of the Columbia County Historical Society, 10 am at the Museum. Presentations of the annual Historic Preservation Awards, followed by reception

November 23
History Mysteries at the Kinderhook Library. Basket theme.

December 6 - 14
Gallery of Wreaths opens at the Museum, featuring a silent auction and Craft Boutique. Monday - Saturday, 10 - 4; Sunday, noon to 4. Museum decorated by Crazy Daisy Florist. No fee.

December 12- 14
46th Annual Greens Show at the James Vanderpoel House featuring a Gallery of Trees decorated by Columbia County Garden Clubs, the CCHS Docents and Chatham Flowers and Gifts; live music. Friday, 5:30 - 8; Saturday, 10 - 4; Sunday, noon to 4. No fee.

December 12
Annual Holiday at Home, 5:30 to 8 pm, sponsored by the Society. Visit private historic homes in the Village decorated for the holidays. Call 518-758-9265 for reservations. Fee.

December 12
Candlelight Night, Village of Kinderhook. Celebrate the season with family fun activities. Sponsored by the Kinderhook Business and Professional Association. 5 to 8 pm

December 22
Exhibition through March 29.