“The Power of First Impressions & Building Rapport” Professional Development Seminar hosted May 3rd @9am

What: Join TIYLO for our first Professional Development Seminar and enjoy a Dale Carnegie Training of Central NY presentation on “The Power of First Impressions & Building Rapport”.

When: Friday, May 3rd from 9am-noon

Where: Thousand Islands Land Trust Office, 135 John Street, Clayton (between Karla’s Christmas Shoppe and Rak’s Department Store)

Details: Since 1912, business professionals have turned to Dale Carnegie’s powerful books and winning interactive seminars to help them reach new levels of professional and personal success. His teachings continue to be as valid now as when How to Win Friends & Influence People was first written. And while the nature of business may have changed dramatically, the basic principles of human interaction, in essence, remain the same.

Based on Dale Carnegie’s classic teachings, presenter Diana Wolgemuth will present a highly interactive two-hour session which will cover the fundamentals for building rapport, from establishing credibility and initiating relationships, to lessons in developing a positive mental attitude to practicing the art of conversation. Critical skills for landing a new job, creating customer loyalty or growing your business.  There will be a break for refreshments as well as time to network after the presentation.

Who Should Attend:  Business professional and others who seek to improve their relationship building skills.

Cost: Preregister at rsvp@tiylo.org by May 1st for $20 or $25 at the door.

We hope to see you there!

Antique Boat Museum Internships Available For SUMMER 2013

CLAYTON, New York (April 21, 2013) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM) seeks interested students looking to obtain internship hours over the course of the summer months.
Job Title: Marketing/Development Internship — Two (2) available
Location: Antique Boat Museum
City/State: Clayton, New York

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Marketing and Development staffs, as well as some interaction with the Curatorial staff, to support projects and events relating to the ABM
• Event coordination support such as crafting collateral, giveaways, and other tasks as required
• Assist with the development, execution, and distribution of marketing collateral, presentations, videos, and other elements related to the growth and success of the ABM
• Assist with trafficking, reporting and optimization efforts to assess effectiveness and provide creative recommendations for improved performance
• Assist with social media development
• Assist with surveying of visitors
• Administrative duties as assigned

Position Type: Unpaid Internship

Qualifications:

•  College students preferred, however high school students (at least a junior in high school) will be considered
• Work well with people of all ages
• Self-motivated team player
• Good communication skills
• Previous internship or work in a museum is a plus

Work hours: Minimum commitment of 15 hours per week beginning in late-May through Labor Day

Please contact Michael Folsom at michaelfolsom@abm.org with a letter of interest and a resume prior to May 17 to be considered for this position.

750 Mary Street  Clayton, NY 13624  315.686.4104  http://www.abm.org

Located on the St. Lawrence River in the 1000 Islands, the Antique Boat Museum features a collection of over 300 antique and classic boats among thousands of recreational boating artifacts. Beginning May 10, the campus comes alive with speed boat rides, boat shows, and educational programs for all ages, special events and more. For more information please visit the Museum’s website at ABM.org.

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Contact: Michael J. Folsom, Director of Marketing and Communications
315.686.4104 x250 michaelfolsom@abm.org

Workshop on Friday Cancelled

Unfortunately we did not reach our minimum number of participants for the Dale Carnegie training workshop on Friday and have had to cancel.  We hope to reschedule for the near future and I will keep you in the loop.  We apologize for any inconvenience.  Thank you.

Last Day to PREREGISTER for the Dale Carnegie Seminar on Friday

Email us at rsvp@tiylo.org to sign up today!

CLAYTON COMMUNITY BAND MAY 7TH CONCERT TO BENEFIT HOSPICE OF JEFFERSON COUNTY

Photo taken by Sarah Ellen Smith of Clayton, NY

‘“Whitney Houston Tribute”, “Les Misérables”, “Braveheart” … and more!’ has been selected as the theme for the Clayton Community Band’s first concert of its 2013 season, which will be performed at 7 PM on May 7^th at the Clayton Opera House. Under the direction of Gloria Hvizdos Musser, the Band, which serves as the Resident Ensemble of the Clayton Opera House, will present the concert as a benefit for Hospice of Jefferson County. A special note to concert-goers: with a new ticket policy at the Opera House, all seats for the Community Band concerts will no longer be general seating, but rather, each person will purchase a ticket for a specific seat. Ticket prices remain at $5.00 each, and any student accompanied by an adult will continue to be admitted free. However, the students will need tickets for their specific (free) seats in the Opera House. All concert-goers will need tickets.

The Clayton Community Band was founded in the summer of 2004 and its conductor and instrumentalists represent many walks of life, a wide range of ages, and come from hometowns throughout the North Country and beyond. The Band truly is a ‘family’ of musicians who gather together each week because of their love of making music together.            In addition, the Clayton Community Band has consistently reached out to assist those in need by donating its concert proceeds to local charitable organizations such as Hospice.

The Band’s May 7^th concert will showcase a wide variety of musical styles, tempos and emotions. Familiar to all will be a medley of well-known tunes made popular by Whitney Houston; another medley from the show and movie “Les Misérables”; and music from the Oscar-nominated film “Braveheart”. Well known selections of Barry Manilow will be presented, and audience members will also be able to reminisce as they listen to Jimmy Webb’s “MacArthur Park”. Incorporating a Spanish feel, the Band will perform “Spanish Fever”, which will feature the percussion section of the Band, and a Spanish March entitled “El Conquistador”. Also included in the concert program will be the popular “When I’m Sixty-Four”; and two very lyrical pieces entitled “Adagio” and “Ouachita”. Music donated to the Band by one of its members in honor and memory of Trombonist and Band member Gerry Adler, entitled “Finale from Symphony No. 5” by Shostakovich; the Band’s signature piece – “March St. Lawrence” – composed by Gloria H. and Willard I. Musser; and patriotic selections will complete the evening’s program. Concert-goers of all ages are welcome to attend the concert.

In addition to the May 7^th concert, the Clayton Community Band’s 2013 concert season will include the following dates, with all of the programs being held at 7 PM at the Clayton Opera House:  July 2^nd (“A Patriotic Spectacular!”), August 20^th, October 8^th and December 3^rd (the Band’s Holiday Concert).

The Clayton Opera house is handicapped-accessible. People needing extra assistance entering the Opera House for the May 7^th concert may contact the Opera House ahead of time at 686-2200. Admission to the concert is $5.00. Concert goers are encouraged to utilize the Opera House Box Office during its business hours from 11 AM – 5 PM every Tuesday through Friday to purchase tickets ahead of time. For the convenience of our concert attendees, tickets can be purchased online at www.claytonoperahouse.com. Remaining tickets will be available at the door on the evening of the concert.

Professional Development Workshop on May 3rd

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North Country Heart Walk, April 27th @10am

Local Earth Day Events for 2013

TIYLO will not be hosting its annual Earth Day Green Fest event this year.  But, there are a number of local events honoring Earth Day and Arbor Day that we recommend.  Check out our recommendations below.  If we missed any events, please leave us a comment and we will add them right away!

Saturday, April 20th

43rd Anniversary Earth Day Celebration at the Dulles State Office Building – 10am-4pm

Get the full brochure: DEC Earth Day Brochure 2013

Thompson Park Zoo Earth Day Celebration @ 10am

April 20, 2013 the New York State Zoo will be hosting its Earth Day Celebration! This event will draw exhibitors, educators, rehabilitators and conservation organizations to the Zoo to educate and inspire the public about regional and global environmental issues. There will be plenty of fun activities for the whole family!  Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/403976019695115/ on Facebook for more details.

Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library – 2:30-4pm

Celebrate Earth Day with a movie and crafts.  The library will host a showing of Dr. Seuss’s “The Lorax” in the Children’s Room.  Kids will also get to make recycled crafts.  Go to http://www.flowermemoriallibrary.org for more details.

DERBY HILL HAWK MIGRATION WITH THE THOUSAND ISLANDS LAND TRUST (TILT) 9:30am

Mexico, NY – Directions to Derby Hill can be found here: http://onondagaaudubon.com/derby-hill-bird-observatory/directions/9:30am Free Join The Thousand Islands Land Trust (TILT) at Derby Hill, which is a spectacular viewing place to observe migrating raptors. Ornithologist Gerry Smith will be on hand to discuss the significance of the location and help identify bird species. Participants will meet at the Derby Hill Observatory at 9:30 am. For directions, go to http://www.derbyhill.org. TILT plans to stay until about 1:00 pm. Please bring your own binoculars and a lunch. It can be windy and cool on Derby Hill, so dress in layers for changeable weather and wear sturdy shoes. Please register in advance by emailing treks@tilandtrust.org, by calling the TILT office at 686-5345, or by signing up on the TILT website at http://www.tilandtrust.org.Saturday, April 27Thousand Islands Land Trust’s “For the Trees” Community Celebration for Arbor Day, Zenda Farm in Clayton @10am

Changing the world can be draining—here are 12 ways to stay inspired

This post is courtesy of Allison Jones, nonprofit Rockstar!  Check out her blog at www.allisonj.org

Photo credit: Donna Cymek, Creative Commons/Flickr and Allison Jones

“The grind. You’ve been there. When you started, you happily threw yourself in, seeing how your work fulfilled a greater purpose and mission. Then, you got caught up in the day-to-day work and feel disconnected not just from your job, but also from your cause. You start to wonder if you’re actually making a difference.

I think there are things we can do on a regular basis that allow us to grow professionally while reconnecting us with the reasons we decided to pursue social-impact careers in the first place. Here are activities to try every day, week, month, and year.”

Read more by visiting: http://www.allisonj.org/2013/03/11/changing-the-world-can-be-draining-here-are-12-ways-to-stay-inspired/