Calendar (10/25-11/2)

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MONDAY

Effective Communication Strategies
Monday, October 26, 2020 • 2-3pm • Virtual event hosted by the Dutchess County Office for the Aging. Continues Monday 10/26, 2-3 pm with Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior • To RSVP, contact the Alzheimer’s Association at 800-272-3900.

Poughkeepsie Waterfront Market
Every Monday • 3-6:30pm • Water Street, Poughkeepsie • Selection of fresh, locally-sourced early season produce, eggs, poultry, apples, cider, honey, baked goods, goat cheese and milk, prepared foods, vegetable plant starts, handmade soaps, and more. Free onsite parking. SNAP and WIC accepted • More info: LINK

Local musician to be featured on ‘The Voice’
This Monday and Tuesday • 8pm • Saugerties-born musician Ian Flanigan is on Blake Shelton’s team during this season of NBC’s The Voice. Cheer him on : https://www.nbc.com/the-voice • HVNY caught up with Ian last year when he released his latest album. Read our Q+A here: LINK

Hudson River Watershed Alliance Conference
October 26-30, 2020 • Virtual conference with a panel discussion on the work on watersheds during COVID-19, assessing barriers and opportunities for clean water, and more • More info: LINK

Living with Alzheimer’s – for caregivers
Monday, October 26, 2020 • 2-3:30pm • Virtual talk presented by Tara DeLuca, a care consultant with the Hudson Valley chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, who will talk about developing a care team, treatment options, legal and financial planning, coping strategies, maximizing independence and more • Free but registration is required by calling (845) 876-4745 or by visiting www.healthquest.org/wellness • LINK

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Events
October 26 - November 7, 2020 • Series of free, community programs presented by the Folk Arts Program at the Arts Mid-Hudson and the Poughkeepsie Public Library District including workshops on the history of the holiday, sugar skull decorating, and ofrendas (altars) along the Middle Main Street area of Poughkeepsie • Free but registration is required: LINK

 

TUESDAY 

Voting via absentee ballot? Request one, today!
The deadline to request an absentee ballot for this year’s election – either online or by mail – is Tuesday, October 27, Contact your county’s Board of Elections to apply: https://hvny.info/info/2020/voting-info

Suicide prevention virtual training
Tuesday, October 27, 2020 from 1-3pm or Tuesday, November 10, 2020 from 10am - noon • Learn how to recognize the warning signs of suicide crisis and how to how to question, persuade, and refer someone to the right mental health and suicide first aid resources • Free, but pre-registration is required: LINK

Westchester Police Reform and Reimagining Task Force Public Forum
Tuesday, October 27, 2020 • 6-8pm • Register: LINK • Call in, toll-free: (844) 621-3956  Access Code: 171 393 8098 • Written comments should direct them to PoliceReformTF@Westchestergov.com

WEDNESDAY

Dutchess County 2021 Executive Budget Presentation and COVID-19 Town Hall
Wednesday, October 28, 2020 • 5:30pm • Dutchess County Executive Molinaro and Budget Director Jessica White will host a countywide tele/Facebook live town hall forum. Residents will have the opportunity to participate in a live conversation about the 2021 County Budget, learn key details, ask questions and share feedback • LINK

THURSDAY
2020 and Aging: Health and Social Issues Impacting Older Adults in Our Community
Thursday, October 29, 2020 • 10-11:30am • Virtual panel discussion on health and social issues affecting older adults hosted by the Orange County Human Rights Commission • Register by 10/27/20 at http://bit.ly/OlderAdultsForumRegistration.



FRIDAY

Sol Full Yoga Halloween SUP Paddle
Friday, October 30, 2020 • 5:15pm • Walton Lake, Lakes Road, Monroe • Wear your favorite costume to paddle around the lake followed by a socially-distanced bonfire • $30 includes SUP, paddle, leash and PFD, free with your own board • Registration required: https://solfullyogastudio.com

Drive Thru Trick or Treating
Friday, October 30, 2020 • 6-8pm • Hurds Family Farm, Modena • More info: LINK

** Curfew for City of Newburgh **
The City of Newburgh’s City Council approved Resolution No. 256-2020 to implement a City-wide curfew for minors 16 years of age and under on October 30 and 31 from 9:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m. • The curfew will be effective from 9:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m. each day, starting at 9:00 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2020, and ending at 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 1, 2020 • More info: LINK


SATURDAY

Free Electronics Recycling
Every Saturday • 7am-3pm • Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency Main Office, 999 Flatbush Road, Kingston NY 12401, Saturdays Only: 7:00am-3:00pm. Open to all residents (regardless of County residency), commercial businesses (50 employees or less), and nonprofit organizations (75 employees or less) • https://ucrra.org/waste-recycling/electronics/

Howl and Holler Weekend
Saturday, October 31, 2020 and Sunday, November 1, 2020 • 10:30am - 5pm • Trevor Zoo at the Millbrook School • Free treat bags with Orangutan-friendly Halloween candy. Free activity booklets for kids, special activities and food trucks. Masks and Reservations required! LINK

Halloween Extravaganza
Saturday, October 31, 2020 • noon - 8pm • Trolly Museum of New York, 89 E. Strand Street, Kingston • Take a trolley ride to Kingston Point and listen to classic Halloween music along the way. Face coverings required • LINK

Halloween Treat Caravan
Saturday, October 31, 2020 • noon - 2pm • Village of Wappingers • caravan of vehicles which will travel through the Village making special deliveries celebrating the spirit of Halloween • Parade route to come • LINK

Woodstock Fire Department’s Halloween Drive-Thru Event
Saturday, October 31, 2020 • 3-5pm • Woodstock Fire Co 1 Woodstock 242 Tinker Street, Woodstock Fire Co 3 Lake Hill 4123 Route 212, Woodstock Fire Co 4 (Children 12 and under) Zena 443 Zena Rd. • Members of the community can receive candy at one of the safe, socially-distant stops • LINK

Halloween Boos and Brews Tour
Saturday, October 31, 2020 • 4pm • Historic Huguenot Street, New Paltz • a glass of locally-made hard cider or craft beer, then take an exterior walking tour down one of the oldest streets in America to explore the thrilling, eerie, and mysterious tales of New Paltz. Each ticket comes with a glass of hard cider or beer, and additional drinks and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase • TICKETS

City of Newburgh Spooktacular Treating Drive-Through
Saturday, October 31, 2020 • 4-6pm • Larkin Center, 321 S. William Street, Newburgh • Masks required. Spooky surprises, free candy, and more • More info: LINK

Pumpkin Promenade and Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt
Saturday, October 31, 2020 • 4:30-6:30pm • Tivoli Memorial Park • Bring a jack-o-lantern to display along a one-way trail around the park. Jack-O-Lantern displays will be awarded for scariest, funniest, most detailed, most clever, cutest and best in show. Residents must pre-register by Wednesday, October 28 by visiting this link: https://bit.ly/TivoliPumpkinPromenade or call the Tivoli Free Library at 845-757-3771. 

Wassaic Haunted Parade
Saturday, October 31, 2020 • 5:30-6:30pm • Village of Wassaic • Parade with floats from resident artists of the Wassaic Project, and over 100lbs of candy to be safely tossed to spectators • Costumes encouraged, masks required! • Map of parade: wp20-haunted-parade-map.png • More info: LINK 

Virtual Ghost Tours of the Tarrytown Music Hall
Through October 31, 2020 • 8pm • Go on a virtual “balcony to backstage” guided ghost tour to explore the unexplained happenings at the 135-year-old theater with the Gotham Paranormal Research Society • More info: LINK

SUNDAY

EARLY VOTING ENDS!
Don’t wait, cast your ballot early through November 1 at select locations throughout your county: https://hvny.info/info/2020/voting-info

Grateful Dead’s “American Beauty” 50th Anniversary Tribute
Sunday, November 1, 2020 • 8pm • Virtual event hosted by the Bardavon featuring original performances by Nicki Bluhm and Amy Helm, ALO, Marco Benevento, Railroad Earth and more • Free with donations benefitting People’s Place in Kingston and Dutchess Outreach in Poughkeepsie • LINK

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Office for the Aging Drive-In Bingo
Thursday, November 5, 2020 (Rain date: November 6) • 1-2:30pm • Stanford Recreation Park, 86 Creamery Rd., Standfordville • Seniors from throughout Dutchess County are invited to enjoy some safely distanced socialization while playing for fun and the chance to win prizes! • This event is open to seniors throughout Dutchess County, but space is limited. Registration is required, and seniors can call (845) 486-2555 to reserve their spot.

Rhinebeck Town-Village Court Consolidation Public Forum
Thursday, November 5, 2020 • 6pm • Virtual event to discuss the consolidation of the town and village courts • https://www.rhinebecknyvillage.org

Sketchbook Traveler Virtual Drawing Workshops
Saturdays, November 7, 14 and 21, 2020 • 11am - 12:30pm • Painter and author James L. McElhinney will lead participants through a short conversation and model techniques and practices while sketching onsite at Olana. Workshops will be conducted via Zoom. A suggested materials list will be sent to participants in advance of the class. • Advanced registration is required. $45 per person per class ($30 for Olana members). • More info: LINK

Dutchess County Virtual Town Hall Forum
Tuesday, November 10, 2020 • noon • Residents can ask questions on the county’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DutchessCoGov/ Continues November 19 at 6pm.

”Doing More Than Nothing About Hate: We Are All In This Together”
November 10, 2020 • 2-3:30pm • Virtual speaker series presented by the Dutchess County Commission on Human Rights, the Orange County Human Rights Commission and the Ulster County Human Rights Commission to discuss and identify the best practices and resources to strengthen community while combatting hate • Series continues December 1 and December 15 • More info: https://www.dutchessny.gov/Departments/Human-Rights/Events.htm

An Open Conversation on Veteran’s Issues
Wednesday, November 11, 2020 • 6-7pm • Westchester County Executive George Latimer will host a town series live on the county’s Facebook page: facebook.com/westchestergov • Submit questions in advance to communications@westchestergov.com

Hudson Jazz Festival
November 13 - December 20, 2020 • Celebrating the legacy of Alice and John Coltrane with virtual performances by Brandee Younger Trio, Marcus Strickland Quartet, Orrin Evans Trio and more, plus a group exhibition and intentional listening installation curated by Reginald Madison • http://hudsonhall.org/

“Good News: The Birds You Don’t See – Failed Introductions or What Might Have Been”
Monday, November 16, 2020 • 7:30pm • Virtual talk presented by Stan DeOrsey as part of the Waterman Bird Club • More info: LINK

Biomimicry: Using Nature’s Ideas to Solve Human Design Problems
Wednesday, November 18, 2020 • 6pm • Virtual event hosted by Backyard to Table • Ever wondered about the similarities of a $100 bill and an iridescent beetle? Dorna Schroeter has, and in this virtual workshop she’ll show you how the intricate marvels of nature are problem-solvers for everyone from fashion designers to engineers to, turns out, the U.S. Mint. Biomimicry surrounds us—learn how and where to find it! • Cost is a sliding scale of $1-$25 • Pre-registration is required: LINK

The Friends’ of Poughkeepsie Library Holiday Book Sale
Friday, November 20 - Sunday, November 22, 2020 • Locust Grove Estate, 2683 South Road (Route 9), Poughkeepsie • Early Bird Tickets allow 40 ticket-holders early access on the first day of the Sale from 9:00 AM - 10:30am. Early Bird Tickets go on sale Monday, November 2 at 10am. To learn more about Early Bird tickets and to purchase them, click here. • The Holiday Book Sale opens to the general public at 11:00 AM on Friday, November 20, and will be limited to 40 shoppers at a time • More info: LINK

Closing Exhibitions at the Dorsky Museum
Sunday, November 22, 2020 • Last day for Jan Sawka: The Place of Memory (The Memory of Place), Dos Mundos: (Re)Constructing Narratives, We Wear the Mask: Race and Representation in the Dorsky Museum Permanent Collection • More info: LINK

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