Hudson River Regions

    Hudson Valley and the Catskills    

September 2008

Sep 5 - Oct 1

Landscape and nature photographer Elisa M. Shaw will be exhibiting a selection of her work titled "Wistful Wilderness" at the Morton Memorial Library, 82 Kelly St,  Rhinecliff, NY. Her work can also been seen at http://elisajohnsonshaw.smugmug.com/  The exhibit runs September 5 to Oct 1, 2008. Please contact the library at (845) 876-2903 for hours and further information.

Sep 7

September 7th  2008,  We will be racing MX & 4x4 Quads, and Pit Bikes so come join us!!  
Event Information; Twister Valley Sports Complex; 7721 State Highway 5-s; Fort Plain, New York 13339; Phone: 518-568-7349 – Fred Mang; Gates open at 8:00am; Racing action begins at 9:00am For more information visit: www.twistervalley.com  Admission: Adults $10, Children 6-10 $5, Children 5 and Under Free. Fans and competitors are welcome to park at facility overnight for $10.00.

Sep 8

Join us on Monday, September 8th at Branton Woods Golf Club for Dutchess ARC's 12th Annual Golf Classic!  For $190.00, each golfer receives 18 holes of golf with cart, yardage book and personalized bag tag, beverages and snacks on the course, gourmet BBQ buffet with open bar, giveaways, awards, prizes and more!  Registration is due by September 1, 2008. (845) 635-8084 phone lroth@dutchess-arc.org / www.dutchess-arc.org

Sep 9

PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL  “TUESDAY EVENING LECTURE SERIES”
JULIE & STEVE NOBLE, Environmental Educators, City of Kingston’s Parks and Recreation Department, “Nature in the City”, Lecture & Live Native Animal Presentation; 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 9, 2008.
Learn how Mother Nature thrives in an urban environment! Explore your very own backyard right here in Kingston!
Admission:  suggested “pay what you wish or by donation” $5.00, Hudson River Maritime Museum Members, Free. For more information, please call 845.338.0071, ext. 15

Sep 10, 17

Beginning our 64th season, the Rhinebeck Choral Club is actively seeking new members in all of our vocal sections for the 2008 Holiday Concert season.  The Holiday Concert, will include a variety of seasonal, sacred, Hanukkah, spiritual, and novelty selections, including familiar favorites such as “Silver Bells”, “Oh Come, Oh Come, Emmanuel”, “O Holy Night” and “(Variations on) Jingle Bells”.  A performance of “Away in a Manger” will be sung with guest artists, the Arlington District Select Chor-Us, directed by Mrs. Kathy Healy.

Members do not need to have any previous musical background or experience, and music reading skills are not required. Open Rehearsals are scheduled for Wednesday, September 10 and/or 17 at the Ferncliff Nursing Home in Rhinebeck, from 7:30-9:30pm.  After rehearsal, a brief and painless audition is held--auditionees will be tested for their vocal range, and will sing a brief section of a familiar song, alone and with others from their voice part.

The Choral Club is open to residents of all areas of the Hudson Valley region. Rehearsals are held each Wednesday evening from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at the Ferncliff Nursing Home. Regular attendance is expected from all members. For further information and contact details, please visit www.rhinebeckchoralclub.org.

Sep 12 - 14

The Gardiner Library is hosting their annual book sale September 12th - 14th.  The sale will be located under the tent in front of the library, at Rt. 44/55 and Station Square in Gardiner, NY.  There will be a pre-sale on Friday, September 12th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.  There is a $10 entry fee for Friday only.  Sale hours for Saturday, September 13th are 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Sunday, September 14th are 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Sep 13

Dreamweaver Energy Works Center for Healing Presents The First Annual Health & Spiritual Awareness Fair, September 13, 2008, From 10 am -5 pm Day's Inn , Liberty NY, Healing Practitioners, Psychic Readings, Vendors $5 @ the door to be donated to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Door Prizes. Looking for Readers, Vendors and Healing Practitioners. Limited Space Available. First Come, First Serve, call 845-439-4145 for more information 
www.dreamweaverenergyworks.com 

Sep 13

Sept. 13 - Handmade Cavalcade Indie Craft Fair in Beacon, NY at the intersection of Main St. and N. Cedar St.  1-8pm.  Free admission and refreshments.  Shop through 20 booths for one-of-a-kind items, all handmade by the hippest DIYers around. You’ll find jewelry, paper goods, hand-screened clothing and accessories, unique artwork and items for the home, yummy soaps and body butters, and much much more!  http://www.handmadecavalcade.com/

Sep 13

Fran Beallor, Accidental Encounters, a one woman show, September 8 - 30, 2008
Reception: Saturday 4-6pm September 13;
Lotus Fine Art Gallery, 33 Rock City Road Woodstock, NY 12498,845-679-2303  
www.lotuswoodstock.com
Gallery hours: Monday & Thursday 11-5 pm, Saturday 11-7 pm, and Sunday 11-2 pm or by appointment

Sep 19

Join us on Friday, September 19th at the Howland Cultural Center, in Beacon NY, for Cocktails & Laughter, a musical revue highlighting the wit, elegance and ennui of Noel Coward. A trio of charming, refined, but ultimately unfulfilled sophisticates attend a provincial cocktail party. Yes, it’s lovely, “cocktails and laughter,” but something’s missing . . .
The Howland Cultural Center is located at 477 Main Street, Beacon NY, at the intersection of Tioranda Avenue and Main Street. For more information on the Howland Cultural Center, call 845-831-4988, or visit www.howlandculturalcenter.org.

Sep 19, 30, 21, 26, 27, 28

Canterbury Theatre Ensemble will present the musical "Mame" at The Walter Reade, Jr. Theatre, 314 Mountain Rd, Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY (The Storm King School campus). Performance dates are September 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 & 28. Evening curtain is 8pm, Sunday matinees 2:30pm. Tickets are $15 Adults, $12 Seniors and Children Under 12. Call 845 534-9947 to reserve in advance (recommended).

Sep 20

Guided Bird Walking Tour, Central Park, Saturday, September 20, 9 a.m. - Noon,  Tour Guide: Randy Schutz. We'll meet on the southeast corner of 81st Street and Central Park West on the park side entering the Park directly and taking in what wildlife may be in evidence along the way. Dependent on what we find we'll visit Tanner Spring, the Shakespeare Garden, pass by Belvedere Castle and head into the Ramble. Much will depend on what we find and where we find it.  Almost 200 different species of birds can be found in Central Park during the year. Most birds are more active in the early morning and late afternoon, although there will be some activity throughout the day.  Please dress comfortably, and if possible bring binoculars. If you are new to birding, you will be given a few pointers about using binoculars and doing birding.  $5 guest fee.  Pls rsvp. 

Info:  nycwildlife@yahoo.com; 212-369-1293, Website:  www.newyorkbirds.org

Sept 20

GAZE INTO THE FUTURE AT STOCKPORT FLATS CONSERVATION AREA
Stockport Flats Conservation Area, Stockport; September 20 10:00am - 2:00pm
Join Scenic Hudson's Landscape architects for a sneak peek at upcoming plans for this small park that offers big-time views of the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains . Also enjoy a free lunch and family-friendly games.
www.scenichudson.org/events  Contact: Anthony Coneski,  aconeski@scenichudson.org 845 473 4440 ex 273

Sep 20

Title:  Awakening Your Life Plan as a Covenant with Spirit
Who:  Dr. Meredith Young-Sowers, spiritual teacher and author
What:  Experience the nature of your life plan through a blending of mind/body healing and spiritual teaching.  You will experience your soul’s intention, how to have greater joy in relationships, how to develop a healthier relationship with food.  Learn the subtle messages of back pain and learn about how hormones are influenced by your reaction to life events. Participate in a beautiful healing ceremony.
Where:  Garrison Institute, Garrison NY
When:  Sept. 20  9:30 am -5:00 pm  and Sept. 21  9:30 am -3:00 pm
Cost:  free event; only requested donation
Registration/information:  Phoebe Price   800-847-4014    pprice@stillpoint.org

Sep 20

Elting Library Presents Benefit Concert “Broadway Encore”  
New Paltz vocalists Barbara Hardgrave and Roger Roloff will once again take center stage in a concert to benefit the town’s Elting Library.  “Broadway Encore” at SUNY’s McKenna Theatre on Saturday, September 20, will reprise last year’s well-received “Songs From Broadway,” but present an entirely new repertoire of favorite show tunes.
A “Meet the Artists” champagne reception will be an added feature.  This festive gathering in the Dorsky Museum Lobby will follow the 8 o’clock concert with edible delights catered by Main Course Catering. 

Sep 20

Art on the Trail; At Bear Mountain  Park's Trailside Museums and Zoo,
Saturday, September 20th, 2008, 10:30am-3:30 pm
Trailside Museums and Zoo at Bear Mountain State Park, hosts its first ever "Art on the Trail" event, Saturday September 20 from 10:30am-3:30 pm.
Local artists will be stationed around the zoo, creating art inspired by our animals and scenic views. Come watch the artistic process unfold, ask the artists questions, or bring your own sketchbook and get inspired!
The art created during this special event will be on display through October at the Highland Falls Library. For more information, contact Trailside at (845) 786-2701 ext. 265.

Sep 20

Sat., Sept 20, 7pm. Screening of TRUTH IS LOVE - An intimate film portraiture of artist Vita's healing journey through art by Geoff Baer. Wine and conversation at 7:00, movie starts at 7:30 followed by a discussion with Vita and Geoff Baer. At Vita's galerie de la vie, 12 Old Forge Rd, Woodstock NY 12498. RSVP: 845 684-5022   www.vitas.us

Sep 21

The final regular-season game at Yankee Stadium will be Sept. 21 against Baltimore

Sep 21

Sunday, September 21, 2008, 4:00 PM
Location:  Holy Cross Monastery, 1615 Broadway (Route 9W), West Park, NY
Kairos: A Consort of Singers will present Cantata No. 27, Wer weiss, wie nahe mir mein Ende? (Who knows how near my end is to me?), with chamber orchestra.  The concert will also feature a performance of Archangelo Corelli's Violin Sonata Op. 5, No. 3 by violinist Marka Young, cellist Susan Seligman and harpsichoridist Mary Jane Corry. The cantata and instrumental work will be performed as part of a choral evensong service.
Cantata No. 27 was first performed by Bach in Leipzig on October 6, 1726. It is essentially a prayer for a good hour of death, a yearning for death, which brings redemption from the burdens and confusions of this world, and a look forward to a better life after death. It depicts death as the friend of man, for whose coming one should be prepared at all times, awaiting him not with fear but with joy.

Sep 22

First Day of Autumn; Fall Equinox - day when night and day are of equal length

Sep 26

CCE - Center for Creative Education Open House; The open house is scheduled to take place on Friday, September 26th, 2008 from 4-8pm. Please bring your family and friends to participate in our free Demonstration Classes, get inspired by the performance of POOK (Percussion Orchestra of Kingston), and Energy Dance Companies, get a tour and overview of our programs and studios, learn about our computer lab and computer music composition program, have fun participating in arts activities or face painting and enjoy some refreshments. For more information, please contact (845) 338-7664, ore email nikki@cce-kingston.org.

Sep 27

31st Cold Spring Harvest Festival; Category : Arts & Crafts Shows; September 27 - Historic Main Street, Cold Spring will be filled with selected craft and food vendors. Visitors can enjoy family activities, farmers market, music, dining in our restaurants, and shopping in more than 30 antique and specialty shops. 10am-5pm, free admission and parking. Rain or Shine. Free performance by Bensen-Scott Big Band at 5:30 pm at the riverfront.

Sep 27

September 27 – 10 AM to Noon – 100 Acre Preserved Property in Rosendale – appropriate for teens and adults.  Join Lynn Bowdery, naturalist and WVLT Land Steward, for a two hour natural history walk through old pasture, a healthy hemlock forest and other environments on the 100 acre Noreen Property. Learn about ecology and plant identification. Easy to moderate, mostly trail walking – possibly some bushwhacking. 

October 2008

Oct 3

Pete Seeger: The Power of Song, -Film Screening-, Friday, October 3 at 7:30 pm
The Muddy Cup, 305 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Much of this new film  is shot locally. There is singing; there is history. There is hope for a better future through the artistry, courage and power of our very own troubadour. The screening will be followed by an audience discussion. This is
part of the "Give Peace a Film" series sponsored by the Dutchess Peace Coalition. There is no admission charge.

Oct 3 - 12

FRIDAYS thru SUNDAYS 10/3/08 thru 10/12/08 THEATER
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck presents Lillian Hellman’s “The Children’s Hour.”  What’s more powerful, truth or lies? A troubled girl tells a lie with devastating consequences and all involved are changed forever. A CENTERstage Production directed by Cora Stempel and produced by Lou Trapani. Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm; Sundays at 3 pm. Tickets: $20 adults; $18 seniors & children at www.centerforperformingarts.org or (845) 876-3080. 661 Rte. 308, Rhinebeck , NY .

FRIDAYS thru SUNDAYS 10/17/08 thru 11/2/08 THEATER
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck presents “The Best of Broadway,” an evening with Rodgers and Hammerstein, directed and choreographed by Laurie Sepe Marder and produced by Diana di Grandi for Up in One Productions. Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm; Sundays at 3 pm. Tickets: $20 adults; $18 seniors & children at www.centerforperformingarts.org or (845) 876-3080. 661 Rte. 308, Rhinebeck , NY .

Oct 4

Join us for a spectacular scrapbooking series. Six events with tons of free make it and take it workshops. Great workspace, plenty of lighting, lunch, dinner, snacks and beverages provided. Supplies available for purchase. Fee. Space is limited and reservations are required. For information or to register call 845-562-3606 or online at www.hvparent.com January 12th 2008 - Washingtonville High School October 4th 2008 - Middletown Area (TBA)

Oct 4

Saturday, October 4 – 10 AM to Noon – Wallkill Valley Rail Trail in Gardiner – appropriate for children and families, teens, and adults. Join Ruth Elwell, President of the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail Association, for an easy, scenic walk on the Gardiner section of the Rail Trail.  Enjoy this linear park, learn about the history of the rail trail and what it takes to maintain this great public resource.  

Oct 4

SATURDAY 10/4/08 THEATER
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck presents “Puppet Potpourri XP” by The Puppet People. New and improved with 5 additional, freshly created skits! This fun festival of frolics is an original variety show accompanied by musical favorites, such as: the Entertainer, the Sorcerer’s Apprentice, the Barber of Seville, Little Brown Jug, and the Charleston . It showcases hand puppets, mouth puppets, rod puppets and trick marionettes.  An excellent way to introduce audiences to the art of puppetry with some terrific music! Saturday at 11 am. Tickets: $6/$7 children; $8/$9 adults. (845) 876-3080. 661 Rte. 308, Rhinebeck , NY .

Oct 5

Fall for the Arts Festival,  An annual festival of storytelling, music, dance, puppetry, and more at the Ulster County Fairgrounfs, New Paltz, NY. Sponsored by Mountain Laurel Waldorf School
Musical performances by Molly Mason & Jay Ungar and the Bernstein Bard Trio. Dance by Evan McDonald, storytelling by Storycrafters and puppet shows by Arm of the Sea Theater. Food provided by the Village Tea Room, and a chilli cook-off. Vendors, crafts, pumpkin decorating and more! Sunday, October 5, 2008, 11:00am - 5:00pm, Ulster County Fairgrounds, 249 Libertyville Rd. 
New Paltz, NY 12561

Oct 11

UDMA 50th Anniversary Party – Come celebrate with some of our founding members! Contact: Gina Costello, Executive Director * Email: office@udma.org * Phone: 800-304-8362 UDMA will kick off the 50th anniversary of the founding of their organization at the 2008 Dance Resource and Costume Show.  Festivities will be part of the annual trade show held at the Meadowlands Expo Center .
The 50th anniversary party starts at 7:30 pm and will follow the newly designed fashion show on Saturday, October 11th.  Many of the original UDMA members & key industry suppliers and past board members and officers have been invited to come celebrate this momentous occasion.

Oct 11

Saturday, October 11 – 10 AM to Noon –95 Acre Preserved Parcel in Shawangunk Wonderful beaver pond, woods, fields, and marshes appropriate for children and families, teens, and adults.  Join Lynn Bowdery, naturalist and WVLT Land Steward, for an easy to moderate walk through the special Pastyik property. Explore ecologically rich areas of three distinct environments – hayfield, woods, and pond with extensive wetlands.  Paths and some bushwhacking. 

Oct 10

SATURDAY 10/11/08 THEATER
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck presents “Wildlife World” with Bill and Brian Robinson, 11 a.m. Experience wildlife up close and personal! With the use of live birds and reptiles, naturalists Bill and Brian Robinson discuss how animals adapt for survival and the importance of all wildlife in the balance of nature. Saturday at 11 am. Tickets: $6/$7 children; $8/$9 adults. (845) 876-3080. 661 Rte. 308, Rhinebeck , NY .

Oct 18

Mountaintop Pumpkin Fest Returns October 18 to Bear Creek. HUNTER - Bear Creek Restaurant and Recreational Park’s Third-Annual, Mountaintop Pumpkin Fest, welcomes visitors from near and far on October 18 at beautiful Bear Creek, near the base of Hunter Mountain from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission and parking is free, as always. Featuring craft vendors working in wood, wool, wax, fabric, glass, ceramics, paper, precious metals and stones, paint and more, plus an exciting mix of new and collectible gift merchandize, the Mountaintop Pumpkin Fest is a sure bet for an afternoon of fun in the nearby hills before moving indoors for the coming winter chill. 

Oct 18

What:  Ashokan Fall Festival, Where: The Ashokan Center, Olivebridge, NY (16 miles west of Kingston), When: Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008 (Rain Date: Sun 10/19)  11:00-5:00. How Much:  Adults $5.00, Children under 5: Free!  
Experience the autumn beauty of the Catskills at Ashokan’s Fall Festival.  Hands-on activities such as broommaking, apple cidering, blacksmithing, and tinsmithing will immerse you back into the 1800s.  Play the part of a student in our memorable schoolhouse re-enactment, or set the Halloween mood with a staff-lead walk to a 19th century cemetery.  A stroll through the 1885 covered bridge, food, live animals, and much more will make this day a memorable experience for the whole family!  Call (845) 657-8333 or visit www.AshokanCenter.org for more info.

Oct 18

SATURDAY 10/18/08 THEATER
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck presents “Hiawatha” by Catskill Puppet Theater. Using full sets, exquisitely crafted puppets, and accompanied by Native American flute and drum, this enchanting play is based on the life of the Iroquois hero, Hiawatha. A curious boy, Hiawatha discovers a magical world full of friends who help him discover the path to becoming a great man.  Saturday at 11 am. Tickets: $6/$7 children; $8/$9 adults. (845) 876-3080. 661 Rte. 308, Rhinebeck , NY .

Oct 25

The annual Roosevelt Fire Department holloween haunted house and hay ride. Where: Roosevelt Eng. Co. 1, Cardinal Rd. Hyde Park. When:  Saturday, October 25th 2008

Oct 25

SATURDAY 10/25/08 THEATER
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck presents “Predator vs. Prey” with Wildman Jack. Wildman Jack brings his all-new show to The CENTER! Join us for an exciting adventure with wild animals and learn how they use their teeth, claws and more to survive in nature. Saturday at 11 am. Tickets: $6/$7 children; $8/$9 adults. (845) 876-3080. 661 Rte. 308, Rhinebeck , NY .

SUNDAY September 28th - 8:30am to 5pm, 724 Wolcott Ave (NYS Route 9D) Beacon, NY (formerly University Settlement Beacon Campus) 845-454-7673
http://www.clearwater.org or RSVP by calling Adrienne at 845-454-7673 x101 or sending an email to: office@clearwater.org (so we can estimate and plan for attendees).

November 2008

Nov 1

Join us for a spectacular scrapbooking series. Six events with tons of free make it and take it workshops. Great workspace, plenty of lighting, lunch, dinner, snacks and beverages provided. Supplies available for purchase. Fee. Space is limited and reservations are required. For information or to register call 845-562-3606 or online at www.hvparent.com  January 12th 2008 - Washingtonville High School November 1st 2008 - Casperkill Country Club

Nov 4

NOVEMBER 4, 2008:

 

PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

 Nov 11

Nov 27

Thanksgiving Day

December 2008

Dec 6

Saturday, December 6th 2008, Holiday Craft Fair from 10-4 sponsored by the Marbletown Elementary PTF, 12 Pine Bush Rd, Stone Ridge, featuring handmade crafts by local craftspeople. Admission $1.00 for ages 12 and over. Join us for food, fun and shopping! Something for everyone! Snow date is Sunday, December 7th. For vendor info, contact Teresa Carlucci at 687-4433 or email totallycre8tive@aol.com.

Dec 21

First Day of Winter; Winter Solstice - shortest day of the year

Dec 25

Christmas Day

Dec 28

Albany WinterFest 
Saturday December 27, 2008, 12:00pm to 5:30pm; 5:30pm: Albany's "Last Run" 5K

Downtown Albany is transformed into a magical celebration of fun with indoor and outdoor excitement, including interactive games, music, live animals and a variety of family-friendly performances. The Kid's Jingle Jog, Last Run 5K and fabulous fireworks will round out the day.
FREE (registration fees for Jog and 5K).

January 2009 

Jan 20

President Bush's Last Day

February 2009

Feb 17

On February 17, 2009 all full-power broadcast television stations in the United States will stop broadcasting on analog airwaves and begin broadcasting only in digital. Digital broadcasting will allow stations to offer improved picture and sound quality and additional channels. Find out more about whether or not you will be impacted by the digital TV (DTV) transition

March 2009

Mar 13, 14, 15

Connecticut & New York Quilt Shops present Road Trip 2009!Make plans NOW to join us, March 13, 14, 15, 2009, 9:30-5:30 Fri, Sat, 12:00-5:00 Sun, For a Road Trip like no other! Make pit stops at 8 of your favorite quilt shops for demos and snacks! Register to win hourly raffle prizes & more. Ask your local quilt shop for car pool information!

April 2009

May 2009

May 29

Jay Leno's last show will be Friday, May 29, and O'Brien will start the following Monday, June 1,

June 2009

July 2009

Jul 22 - 26

Empire State Games will be held in Dutchess, Orange and Ulster Counties from July 22 to July 26, 2009. 

August 2009

September 2009

October 2009