WORKSHOPS, PROGRAMS ON THURSDAY

Chihuly melts

POTSDAM: North Country Children's Museum, 10 Raymond St., offers free science and art programs for day visitors and members throughout the summer; drop-ins are welcome, no need to pre-register; info: www.northcountrychildrensmuseum.org; pre-K program, chihuly melts, 10:30 a.m.

Robot build

MASSENA: Build a robot; free event for ages 10 and up; 10-11 a.m.; Nicandri Nature Center, 19 Robinson Bay Rd.

Lecture series

CHIPPEWA BAY: Thursday Evening Lecture Series, 7 p.m., Chippewa Bay Community Club, 1172 County Route 6; free; “Shoreline Resilience Study.” John Tenbusch from the St. Lawrence County Planning Office will share information about this topic that affects the Chippewa Bay Area.

Credit prepare & repair

POTSDAM: Free tips by SeaComm’s Jerry Manor giving tips in financial goal setting; how to handle your checking account, budgeting, credit reports, improving your credit score, and identity theft and fraud; 6:30-8 p.m; Potsdam Public Library, 2 Park St.

Podcasts for seniors

POTSDAM: Free class for seniors 60+ on podcasts- learn about audio programs on the internet, why people listen to them, and where to find them; 10-11:15 a.m; Potsdam Public Library’s computer lab; register on library’s website.

Smartphone and iPad class

MASSENA: Learn more about your Smartphone or tablet; 2-part class with second part Aug. 22; covering topics of apps, camera, messages, phone calls, cloud storage and more; ages 18 and older; registration required for free class; bring your Apple or Google password if you have one; 10 a.m.-12 p.m; Massena Public Library; 315-769-9914; 41 Glenn St.