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President Franklin D. Roosevelt speaks on a national radio program in 1944. Learn about The White House’s “often contentious relationship with the press” during a special virtual conversation hosted by the FDR Library this Wednesday at 2pm (AP/…


President Franklin D. Roosevelt speaks on a national radio program in 1944. Learn about The White House’s “often contentious relationship with the press” during a special virtual conversation hosted by the FDR Library this Wednesday at 2pm (AP/Eugene Abbott)

 

MONDAY
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
 

TUESDAY 
Dutchess County police reform discussion, Spanish language forums added
Tuesday, September 29, 2020 •10-11:30am Spanish language forum, and 6-8pm for residents of the City of Poughkeepsie • More info: LINK 
 

'Storms, Floods, & Droughts in the Catskills'
Tuesday, September 29, 2020 • First of three virtual events hosted by The Catskill Science Collaborative on how climate change is impacting the Catskill region • Continues October 15 and October 21 • Free with registration required: LINK 

The first 2020 Presidential Debate
Tuesday, September 29, 2020 • 9-10:30pm • The first presidential debate between President Donald Trump and former VP Joe Biden will be moderated by Chris Wallace, anchor of “Fox News Sunday.” Presidential debates are also scheduled for October 15 and October 22. A VP debate between Pence and Harris will take place on October 7. The debates will be streamed on most major news networks.

... by the way, Are you registered to vote? Check before 10/9! 
The last day to register to vote for the General Election is October 9, 2020, in person or by postmark. Check your voting registration, the 3 options for voting in this year’s election, and more info at https://hvny.info/info/2020/voting-info 
 

WEDNESDAY
“FDR vs. The Press”
Wednesday, September 30, 2020 • 2pm • Virtual event on the FDR Library’s Facebook page • A conversation about the often contentious relationship between the White House and the news media featuring Harold Holzer, author and director of the Roosevelt House, and Paul Sparrow, director of the FDR Presidential Library • LINK

Are there bobcats in your backyard?
Using trail cameras to identify wildlife in your area is one way to "improve wildlife habitat, reduce conflicts between people and wildlife, set wildlife management goals, and promote wise wildlife stewardship now and for future generations." Learn more during a special 3-part program with the Cary Institute starting this Wednesday + see what's in our backyard (we're in central Dutchess County) on the HVNY Youtube Channel. 

An Ecological Approach to Wildlife Stewardship
Wednesday, September 30, 2020 • 6pm • Three part virtual event hosted by the Cary Institute on managing and conserving local wildlife • Continues October 7 and October 14 • Free • Register at: LINK 

An Open Conversation on Housing
Wednesday, September 30, 2020 • 6-7pm • Westchester Town Hall series hosted by county executive George Latimer. Submit questions in advance to communications@westchestergov.com or comment during the live stream on Facebook: LINK 

'John Lewis: Good Trouble'
Wednesday, September 30, 2020 • 7:30pm • Story Screen Drive-In, 724 Wolcott Ave., Beacon • The Beacon Film Society presents the screening of the documentary on the late Civil Rights icon • $12 per person, $20 per car • More info: LINK 

Rise Up! A Conversation with Rev. Al Sharpton
Wednesday, September 30, 2020 • 7:30pm • Virtual event hosted by Oblong Books and the Fisher Center at Bard College • $32 includes a copy of the book • LINK 

The 21st Woodstock Film Festival
September 30 - October 4, 2020 • Screenings at local drive-in theaters in Poughkeepsie, Greenville and a pop-up at Andy Lee Field in Woodstock, plus an online program of feature-length films and panels including a conversation with Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino, showrunners of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel • LINK 


THURSDAY
It’s the first day of October + a Full Moon! The Full Harvest Moon is the first full moon taking place during the month of October (the second will rise on Halloween night!) 
 

Ulster County 2021 Budget Address
Thursday, October 1, 2020 • 11am • Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan will discuss the county’s 2021 projected budget • LINK

The Addams Family at the Drive-In 
Thursday - Sunday, Oct. 1-4, 2020 • Story Screen Drive-In, 724 Wolcott Ave., Beacon • $10 • LINK  

Opening of Small Game Hunting Season
Thursday, October 1, 2020 • Season dates, bag limits, and other hunting regulations for New York's small game species are available in the Hunting and Trapping Regulations Guide, which can be obtained from a license-issuing agent or on DEC's website: LINK


Moon Hike
Thursday, October 1, 2020 • 7pm • Chadwick Lake Park, Newburgh • 4 1/4 mile hike, suggested for ages 8 and up • Pre-registration required, walk-ins not allowed • $5 • LINK 


FRIDAY
Opening Day at the Headless Horseman – drive-thru style
Friday, October 2, 2020 • 778 Broadway, Ulster Park • The infamous hayride at the Headless Horsemen will be altered for 2020 with a “drive-thru haunted experience.” Vehicles will be a minimum of size-feet apart in all drive-thru areas. The corn maze, haunted houses and other attractions will still be in operation. More info, and limited, timed tickets: LINK 


SATURDAY
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day (Putnam residents only)
Saturday, October 3, 2020 • 9am - noon • Fahnestock State Park, Canopus Beach Parking Lot, 1498 Route 301, Kent • Putnam residents only • Registration required: LINK  

Walktoberfest Essential Farmers Market 
Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4, 2020 • noon - 5pm • 87 Haviland road, Highland • 80 socially-distant vendors from around the Hudson Valley • $25 tasting tickets, $10 non-tasting • More info: LINK 

SATURDAY + SUNDAY
12th Annual Beacon Open Studios
Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4, 2020 • noon - 6pm • More than 50 artists will open their studio doors, plus a virtual exhibition • Free • More info: LINK 



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