National Poetry Month - 30th Anniversary
2026-04-03 - 2026-04-30 | Main Building, Library
National Poetry Month 2026 marks its 30th anniversary this April (April 1–30), organized by the Academy of American Poets. Learn more at Poets.org.
Visit The Poet’s Corner—located upstairs in the library—a space dedicated to honoring retired Dean Emerita Phyllis Carito’s commitment to creative writing. Explore our permanent poetry display and contribute your own work or a favorite poem to the community binder.
The library also features a signed copy of Mothernest by retired C-GCC English Professor Sandy Longley. Be sure to pick up a pocket poetry bookmark created by Elyse Browne.
Stay tuned for an upcoming event celebrating Dean Emerita Phyllis Carito’s newest book.

Commencement 2026: National Anthem & Student Speaker Application
2026-04-06 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Online
The 2026 C-GCC Commencement Committee is now accepting submissions from graduating students interested in performing the National Anthem or representing the graduating class as Student Speaker. Please read this email in its entirety before submitting for either role. The deadline to submit is Monday, April 6.
Click here to apply.

Mindful Mondays & Extended Hours
2026-04-06 08:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-13 08:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-20 08:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-27 08:00 - 19:00 | Main Building, Library
Start your week with tea, coffee, and treats while exploring how the library can support your success. Take a moment to reflect on your goals, set weekly intentions in our shared journal, or add to our gratitude tree. Drop in anytime to relax, recharge, and discover something new in the Library Connection Nook.
Drop in for virtual research assistance 5:30 – 6:30 Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/99684535636

The Hungry Mind Trivia
2026-04-07 12:30 - 13:30 | Student Cafeteria
Are you a foodie? How well do you know your foods? This Trivia has everything to do with food. Just like food shows, fast food chains, and more!

Magic: The Gathering Social Club
2026-04-07 12:30 - 14:00, 2026-04-14 12:30 - 13:30 | Room 308
Welcome to the inaugural meeting of the Magic: The Gathering Social Club. Players of all experience levels are welcome. Come learn, play, and hang with fellow Planeswalkers. Pizza and Fellowship provided.

The Human Skills AI Can’t Replace: Systems Thinking
2026-04-08 12:30 - 13:30 | CITL, Room 511, Arts Center
Systems thinking is a cognitive skill that allows us to see how parts of a process connect, influence one another, and produce outcomes over time. As one of the uniquely human skills, it helps us recognize patterns, anticipate consequences, and make thoughtful decisions based on context rather than isolated information. AI can support this process by quickly generating information, identifying patterns, and offering possible connections, but human judgment remains central because only we can interpret meaning, weigh consequences, and decide how insights should be applied within complex human systems.

April 8, 15, 22, 29
May 6

Criminal Justice Club Meeting with Christine Elliott, Victim Services & Outreach Coordinator for REACH & the Child Advocacy Center.
2026-04-09 12:45 - 13:45 | Room 332
Join the Criminal Justice Club on Thursday, April 9, for a special presentation by Christine Elliott, Victim Services & Outreach Coordinator for REACH & the Child Advocacy Center. She will discuss working effectively with victims of crime, addressing trauma, and the vital role victim advocacy offices play within the justice system. All students interested in criminal justice and human services are welcome to attend.

From the Studio: Katherine Patterson and Paul Stewart — Closing Reception
2026-04-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Foundation Art Gallery, Arts Center
The Foundation Gallery at The Arts Center, Columbia-Greene Community College presents:
From the Studio: Katherine Patterson and Paul Stewart — Opening Reception
The Foundation Gallery at the Arts Center at Columbia-Greene Community College presents From the Studio, an exhibition featuring two local artists whose work explores form, process, and place through contrasting mediums. Katherine Patterson (Chatham) presents landscape-inspired paintings that reflect on perception, memory, and time, while Paul Stewart (Germantown) showcases dynamic sculptural works rooted in woodturning, engineering, and kinetic design.
Join us for the opening reception on Thursday, April 9, from 4:00–6:00 pm. in the Foundation Gallery at the Arts Center. Meet the artists, learn about their creative processes, and experience this compelling pairing of painting and sculpture.

Bingo
2026-04-14 12:30 - 13:30 | Student Cafeteria
Join us for monthly bingo! Enjoy five rounds of play plus two raffles—plenty of chances to win.

Clothesline Project Resource Fair
2026-04-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Welcome Center
Join the REACH Center and community partners for the Clothesline Project Resource Fair in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The Clothesline Project is a powerful visual display that raises awareness of violence in our community and provides a space for survivors to share their stories and express their experiences.
Stop by to connect with local agencies, learn about available resources, and pick up information and giveaways. Attendees will also have the opportunity to decorate a t-shirt—either to contribute to the Clothesline Project or to take home.
All are welcome as we come together to support survivors and honor their resilience.

The Human Skills AI Can’t Replace: Adaptability
2026-04-15 12:30 - 13:30 | Online
In our final session, we will explore adaptability, a uniquely human capacity grounded in our curiosity to explore new ideas, our resilience in the face of challenges, and our perseverance to keep moving forward when progress feels uncertain. While AI can quickly generate information, suggest connections, and support problem-solving, it does not experience motivation, setbacks, or the determination required to grow through change. It is our adaptability that gives AI its value, allowing us to use it as a tool while the drive to question, recover, and persist remains a distinctly human strength.

Pizza with the President
2026-04-16 12:15 - 13:30 | Student Cafeteria
Come spend time with President Walsh, your peers, and enjoy free pizza!

Applied Learning Process & College Central Network Relaunch: Workshop II
2026-04-16 12:30 - 13:30 | CITL, Room 511, Arts Center
The department of Continuing Education & Workforce Development (CEWD) continues their series of workshops and trainings centered around Applied Learning and College Central Network. During this second installation, CEWD will provide examples of how Applied Learning experiences would move through our Handbook’s processes and procedures. We’ll also provide an FAQ and more in-depth instructions with College Central log-in and campus functionality. Lastly, we’ll look at our webpages that are meant to be career-oriented and applied learning focused to discuss how they’ll be redesigned to mirror these standard operating procedures and become more accessible and equitable for our student body as a whole.
Who Should Attend: Division Chairs, full-time faculty, student-facing staff and administrators (advising, admissions, financial aid).
For more details including registration, optional Zoom link and recording details, please watch for CITL’s Teaching and Learning Collective.

Opening Reception: Spring Student Art Show 2026
2026-04-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Foundation Art Gallery, Arts Center
Celebrate the creativity and talent of Columbia-Greene Community College’s fine arts students at the annual Spring Student Art Show. This showcase features work from students in Basic Painting, Visual Arts 3D, and Figure Drawing, highlighting a range of mediums and artistic approaches.
The exhibition will be on view in the Foundation Gallery at the Arts Center from April 16 through May 18.

National Library Week: Find Your Joy @ Your Library
2026-04-19 - 2026-04-25 | Main Building, Library
National Library Week is an annual celebration that highlights the vital role libraries and library professionals play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities. – ALA
Join us in the Library for a week of inspiration, creativity, and community!

Add your voice to our whiteboard:
“What brings you joy?”
Pause & Reflect
Stop by our Pause Series table

Spring Pause: Take a moment to reflect and notice growth
Pick up a poetry bookmark to take with you

Share a Book You Love
Help us grow our Tiny Library Display
• Submit a favorite title
• We’ll feature it in our display
Explore Your Library
Learn about resources that support your success:
• Research databases & collections
• Library support & services
• Welcoming study spaces

SUNY New Paltz Education Program Visit
2026-04-20 12:30 - 13:30 | Room 130
Representatives from SUNY New Paltz’s teacher education programs will visit C-GCC’s ED 101 Foundations of Education class to discuss careers in education and pathways to pursuing education and related majors.
Interested in working in education? Join us to learn more and connect with faculty and advisors, including Dean Rene Pamar, Lindsey Russo, Taylor Boggio, Collin Cusak, and Amanda Merritt.

Magic: The Gathering Social Club
2026-04-21 12:30 - 13:30 | Faculty Lounge (Room 308, Main Bldg.)

Common Read Motivation Check-in
2026-04-21 12:30 - 2026-04-22 15:30
Motivation Check-in for Common Read, James, by Percival Everett.
Stay motivated with our Common Read check-ins in the Library! Discuss what you’ve been reading, share your thoughts, and enjoy a break with tea, coffee, and chocolate. Feel free to bring your own beverage and connect with fellow readers.
Pick one meeting for each Common Read Check-in, either in person in the Library or via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/99684535636
Common Read Check-in #3: Tuesday, April 21 @ 12:30 or Wednesday, April 22 @ 3:30

Earth Day in the Library
2026-04-22 | Main Building, Library
Adopt-a-Plant & Seed Giveaway
• Take home a plant clipping or join our Plant Swap
• Pick up seed packets to start your own garden

Flowerpot Decorating
2026-04-22 12:30 - 13:30 | Student Cafeteria
Celebrate spring with a fun, hands-on activity! Stop by the Student Café to decorate your own flowerpot and get creative. All are welcome—come make something you can take home and enjoy!

C-GCC Day Care Center: 10th Annual Art Show
2026-04-23 05:00 - 19:30 | Student Success Center, Main Building
Join us in celebrating creativity at the C-GCC Day Care Center’s 10th Annual Art Show. This special event showcases artwork created by our youngest learners, highlighting their imagination, creativity, and self-expression. All are welcome to stop by and enjoy this inspiring display!

Author Reading: Rollercoaster of Life by Phyllis Carito
2026-04-23 12:30 - 13:30 | Main Building, Library
Join us for a reading celebrating the publication of Rollercoaster of Life, a new collection of poems by Phyllis Carito, published by Finishing Line Press. This evocative collection explores the joys and challenges of life through reflections on childhood, nature, grief, and growth—guiding readers through moments of uncertainty, clarity, and hope.
Phyllis Carito is a poet, writer, and educator whose work has appeared in numerous literary journals, including Passager, Mediterranean Review, Persimmon Tree, and Vermont Literary Review. She is the author of several books, including Barely a Whisper, The Stability of Trees in the Winds of Grief, and Worn Masks.

Intramural Soccer
2026-04-23 12:30 - 13:30 | Gym
Do you like soccer? Join your classmates for an hour of intramural play in the gym. All skill levels are welcome—come get active, have fun, and connect with others!

Bio Blitz & Career Fair at the College's Field Station
2026-04-27 09:00 - 12:00
Join us for a hands-on Environmental Biology event at the preserve, bringing together industry professionals, C-GCC students, and over 70 students from seven local high schools. Participants will explore the site in search of native species while connecting with professionals from organizations such as NYS Parks, ENCON Police, Albany Pine Bush, and Cornell Cooperative Extension. These experts will volunteer their time to share insights into their day-to-day work and demonstrate field skills.
Address of Fieldstation: 450 NY-385, Catskill, NY 12414

Town Hall
2026-04-28 12:15 - 13:00 | PAC 616
Town Hall meetings are available to current employees (faculty, staff, and administrators) and adjunct faculty. Come hear about campus updates from President Walsh and members of the Executive Leadership Team.

Cookie Decorating with Buttercup Cookie
2026-04-28 12:30 - 13:30 | Gym
Want to decorate cookies like a pro? Join Cindy from Buttercup Cookie for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn decorating techniques and create your own sweet designs.
Space is limited to 24 participants. To reserve your spot, sign up in Room 307 (across from the COARC Cafe). Don’t wait—this class will fill up quickly!
