New York (Granville).—We have seen no mention in The Chautauquan of the circle formed in this place. A word from us may not be without interest to your readers. About the first of October last the attention of Dr. Tenny, one of our most skillful physicians, was called to the Chautauqua course of reading. He, with a few other interested persons, sent for the necessary documents, and soon had the pleasure of seeing the Chautauqua Idea taking strong root in the community. Our circle now numbers upward of thirty, including in its membership the Baptist and Methodist pastors. Our president, Dr. Tenny, has greatly added to the interest of our meetings by a series of reviews, assisted by our geological charts. Regular meetings are held monthly, but of late we have found it necessary to meet once in two weeks. Our circle takes its name from the beautiful stream flowing through the village. The Mettowee C. L. S. C. salutes sister circles and fellow-Chautauquans.
New York (Troy).—The Troy local circle sends us the following interesting programme, neatly printed and, we infer, sent to the members of the circle:
C. L. S. C.
Our sixth monthly meeting will be held in the North Second Street Methodist Church, Thursday evening, April 5, 1883.
| PROGRAM. | |
|---|---|
| 1. The Stellar System | Miss Ida L. Miles |
| 2. The Worlds and the Word | Miss Mary A. Chilson |
| 3. Telescopes—How Made. (Illustrated) | R. D. Comstock |
| 4. Questions on page 353 in March Chautauquan. | |
| 5. Round Table. | |
| 6. Shakspere-a conversazione. | |
Our program is still astronomical. The importance of the subject is our only apology. Astronomy is a vast science. We master vast things by patient and persistent work. Page after page, book after book, is the method; “never be discouraged,” is the spirit. Come to this monthly meeting. Bring something and get something, and so be enriched. Read a little every day. Work hard along your wisely adopted plan.
Prof. H. P. Judson of the High School, has kindly consented to be present and answer all the astronomical questions the circle may be pleased to ask. Use your liberty.