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Upcoming programs at Grey Towers

| 02 Apr 2015 | 10:16
    Photos provided "The Fingerbowl," or outdoor dining table, is the most popular feature in the Grey Towers landscape, a favorite part of the guided tours.
    Photos provided "The Fingerbowl," or outdoor dining table, is the most popular feature in the Grey Towers landscape, a favorite part of the guided tours.
    Chainsaw carving demonstrations are a highlight of the annual Festival of Wood, scheduled for Aug 1 to 2 this year.
    Chainsaw carving demonstrations are a highlight of the annual Festival of Wood, scheduled for Aug 1 to 2 this year.

MILFORD — Grey Towers National Historic Site in Milford announces upcoming events.

Saturday, April 25: 8K Run/Walk from Grey Towers to Milford Beach and back. Proceeds will be used to re-plant historic wildflower meadow and restore Gifford Pinchot’s canoe (www.greytowers.org or 570-296-9625 for info or to sign up).

Memorial Day Weekend: Regular tour season starts, every day, on the hour, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.;

Saturday, Aug. 1 and Sunday, Aug. 2: Eleventh Annual Festival of Wood, including wood crafts and demonstrations; exhibits; children’s activities, music and more.

Tuesday, Aug. 11: Fee-free day to commemorate Gifford Pinchot’s 150th birthday

Saturday, Sept. 26: Community Appreciation Day and National Public Lands Day – A fee-free day of the mansion, music and a re-creation of Gov. Pinchot’s ice cream social.

The 2015 Calendar of Events, which lists additional programs, including walks, talks, films, concerts and more, is available at www.greytowers.org or call 570-296-9630 to request a copy. Check the website frequently as new programs are added throughout the season.