Week of August 7 - 13, 2023
PIPPA GARNER: $ELL YOUR $ELF premieres Haulin’ Ass! (2023), Garner’s newest custom car unveiled on the 50th anniversary of her first major car work, Backwards Car (1973-1974). Commissioned by Art Omi, Haulin’ Ass! is a 2003 red Ford Ranger removed from its chassis, rotated, and welded back together, so it appears to face the wrong way as it drives. Fully functional, and replete with super-sized truck nuts, Haulin' Ass! will be driven through the Sculpture & Architecture Park. This event is free and open to all ages. No advanced registration required. More info
Week of August 7 - 13, 2023
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival Love's Labor Lost
Continues August 7, 11, 13, 19, and 25 at 7:30pm
Cost: $10
2015 Route 9, Garrison
Four young noblemen absent themselves from society, in order to focus entirely on their studies. They even take a monastic oath: No girls! All books! But when the Princess of France turns up with three young ladies, how long will the men’s resolve hold up? Director Amanda Dehnert (2017’s PRIDE AND PREJUDICE) infuses Shakespeare’s delightful comedy with an original pop/rock score (by Dehnert and Andre Pleuss) that gives full voice to the heart-pounding experience of being young and in love. hvshakespeare.org/production/loves-labors-lost/#llltickets
Church & State Fundraiser
Monday, August 7, 2023 at 7pm
Cost: $20, $18 members
The Rosendale Theatre
A staged reading of the contemporary play about guns, politics, and religion to benefit the Theatre Arts program.
rosendaletheatre.org.
14th Annual Hudson Valley Jazz Festival
August 9-13, 2023
Multiple locations, clubs, cafes, restaurants, performing arts centers and parks.hudsonvalleyjazzfest.org
Conversation: Voting Deliberately: FDR and the 1936 Presidential Campaign
Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 6pm
Henry A. Wallace Center, FDR Historic Site, Hyde Park
Pennsylvania State University Professor and author Mary Stuckey examines four elements of the 1936 reelection campaign that combined to give FDR his landslide victory: the creation of public opinion, the attention paid to local organizations, the focus on specific kinds of interests, and the public rhetoric that tied it all together. A conversation with FDR Library Director William Harris. Register to attend in person or livestream on the official FDR Library pages on: YouTube + Facebook
Arm-of-the-Sea Theater: Waterfront Wednesday
Wednesday, August 9, 2023 from 6-8:30pm
The Tidewater Center, Saugerties
Hands-on art projects, river ecology, local history, a new performance that is being workshopped of “Burning Down the House” and a screening of the film “Water Keeps Time: Local Stories of the Esopus Creek.” armofthesea.org/see-a-show/waterfront-wednesday-9a482-fpsm5-lmzy7
Solaris Live Music Concert Series: VETERANS IN A NEW FIELD
Thursday, August 10, 2023 from 5:30 to 6:30pm
Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston
Playing Civil War-era historical and folk music of the Union Irish Brigade, Veterans in A New Field will give an intimate concert aboard Solaris! WAMC claim the "fiddle is sure to make you weep", so be sure to grab yourself a seat while there are still tickets available! Tickets
Free Summer Screenings in Beacon
Continues Thursday, August 10, 2023 with “Star Wars: A New Hope at Memorial Park.” Followed by “The Princess Bride” at Pete & Toshi River Front Park on Thursday, August 24. All screenings will kick off with some short films by local Beacon students! Movies will start between 8:30 - 9 pm (just after sunset). More info
Movies Under the Starrs
Various dates (see below) beginning at sunset.
Thompson/Mazzarella Town Park, Rhinebeck
Thursday, August 10 (Sunset 8:02pm)
Thursday, August 17 (Sunset 7:53pm)
Thursday, August 24 (Fair Week - NO Movie)
Thursday, August 31 (Sunset 7:31pm)
Matisyahu + G. Love & Special Sauce
Thursday, August 10, 2023 8pm
Bearsville Theater, 291 Tinker Street, Woodstock
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Wethersfield Adventurers Club
Continues August 11, August 18, 2023 from 9am to noon
Cost: $10
257 Pugsley Hill Road, Amenia
Introducing the Wethersfield Adventurers Club, led by certified teacher Diane Ritters who brings decades of experience instilling a passion for science in children. Join us as we venture into the most beautiful of all classrooms – the vast tapestry of nature. This 6-week program will focus on a variety of topics including how seeds grow, how gardens grow, how pollinators work to architect our food chain – and much more. This engaging romp into nature is designed for children ages 5 through 12. While it is not required for children to attend all sessions, maximum participation is ideal. wethersfield.org/event/2023-wethersfield-adventurers-club/
Hudson Film Festival
August 11-13, 2023
Hudson Hall, Time and Space Limited and Basilica in the City of Hudson
The festival’s inaugural programming will focus on works by underrepresented local, global, female, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ talent and filmmakers, reflecting the diversity of the region.
hudsonfilmfestival.org
Photographing Architecture from the Inside Out with Peter Aaron
Friday, August 11, 2023 from 3 - 5pm
Cost: $15, $10 members
Olana State Historic Site, Hudson
During this hands-on workshop and lecture, photographer Peter Aaron will explore how to capture the spirit of a building from the inside out. Using Olana’s architecture and artist-designed landscape as a source of inspiration, Peter will walk participants through his own approach to photographing Olana’s historic buildings, providing an inside perspective on the decisions, tools, and techniques that make for a successful architectural photo. Tickets
The Doctor Is In: A Benefit with !!! (ChkChkChk)
Friday, August 11, 2023 from 6-11pm
36 St. James Street and Keegan Ales, Kingston
Music from !!! (ChkChkChk) with Tiny Blue Ghost, a silent and live art auction and post-show dance party with DJ Red Lion to support supporting O+ as it expands its clinic services from three days a year at the festival to 365. https://opositivefestival.org/events/o-benefit-the-doctor-is-in/
Meteor Shower + Sunrise Viewing + Optional Sunrise Sound Bath
Saturday, August 12, 2023 beginning at 4am
Cost: $15 general admission, $10 seniors and children; $40, $35 for sound bath
Innisfree Gardens, 362 Tyrrel Road, Millbrook
In many cultures, gardens are where the glories of nature as art are witnessed and celebrated. Innisfree will open at 4 am, two hours before sunrise, for those intrepid souls willing to get up early (or stay up late) to experience an unforgettable series of natural wonders and optional cultural and wellness programs. Volunteers from the Mid-Hudson Astronomical Association will set-up telescopes and assist visitors. Tickets
Dutchess County Great Estates Garden and Landscape Weekend
August 12-13, 2023
Various sites throughout Dutchess County including Wilderstein Historic Site, Staatsburgh State Historic Site, the Innisfree Garden, Locust Grove Estate, Mount Gulian Historic Site, the Beatrix Farrand Garden at the Home of FDR National Historic Site, and more. https://dutchesstourism.com/spotlights/great-estates-garden-landscape-tour
Saugerties Artists Studio Tour
August 12-13, 2023 from 10am - 6pm
Celebrate the art and talents of 37 Saugerties artists by taking the 21st annual Saugerties Artists Studio Tour. Meet the artist: painters, sculptors, collagists, ceramists, print makers, videographers, furniture makers, fabric designers and multimedia artists who are eager to welcome you to their private studios to experience the place where art is made and where you will see completed work and work in progress. saugertiesarttour.org
Guided Landscape Walk of Staatsburgh's Grounds: What You See and What You Don't See
Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 10am
Cost: Free
Staatsburgh State Historic Site, 75 Mils Mansion Dr., 1 Rd., Staatsburg
A guided walk through the estate's grounds that explores how the landscape was designed to reflect the luxurious lifestyle of Staatsburgh's owners, while deliberately hiding the turn-of-the-century technology and labor that made the estate run. Reservations required: bookeo.com/staatsburghshs
Steepletop Open Days
August 12-13 and October 7-8 from 10am - 5pm
Cost: $10 ground and picnic passes
Steepletop, 440 East Hill Road, Austerlitz
Millay's home and grounds will be open this season for two weekends only! The Jackson Gallery in the Tamarack Visitors Center will also feature the exhibition “Edna St. Vincent Millay: Through Their Eyes.” This collection of artifacts presents depictions of Millay by others throughout her life and career. Grounds & Picnic passes, which allow visitors to walk and explore the 200-acre property’s grounds gardens and trails, are available for $10 per person. While house tour tickets do not require advanced purchase, they are strictly limited. Purchasing these tickets in advance is strongly encouraged to secure your spot on a tour. Grounds and Picnic passes may be purchased in advance or at the door on the days of the event. Millay.org, August Open Days + October Open Days
4th Annual Caribbean Carnival
Saturday, August 12, 2023 starting at 11am
Cantine Veterans Memorial Field, Saugerties
Authentic Caribbean food, music and cultural events. More info
Special Events at the Rhinebeck Aerodrome
August 12-13: First Responders Weekend - First Responders get free admission with ID. Displays and demos from local first responders on site both days. Continues August 16 with Flights Food & Fun from 5-8pm with The Local Jam Band, Biplane Rides, and Max’s Melts Food Truck. August 19-20 Military and Veterans Weekend - Active and Retired Military receive free admission with ID. August 23 Flights Food & Fun 5-8pm - Joe Mondello, Biplane Rides and Black Raven Food Truck. August 26-27 Kids Fly Weekend - Special events for kids ages 5-17. September 2-3 Women in Aviation Weekend - Speakers and other features. September 6 - Flights Food & Fun 5-8pm - The McCann Brothers, Biplane Rides and iMorsi Food Truck. September 9-10 RC Jamboree Weekend - Fall Fundraising Dinner Event 9/9. September 16-17 American Society of Aviation Artists. October 1 Vert Fest - Convertible Saab Club. October 7-8 Fall Festival and Pumpkin Bombing. October 14-15 Final Show Weekend. oldrhinebeck.org
Modern Makers Market in Cold Spring
August 12-13, 2023 from 11am - 5pm
Cost: Free
St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 1 Chestnut Street, Cold Spring
Shop local, listen to live music, and enjoy the food and venue with over 40 artisans, artists, designers, and makers showcasing their amazing handcrafted and small batch goods. hopsonthehudson.com/copy-of-modern-makers-markets
Camp Woodstock: Sleep Under The Stars
Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 3pm through Sunday, August 13, 2023
Cost: $100
Woodstock Animal Sanctuary, 2 Rescue Rd, High Falls
Camp under the stars, support rescued animals during the first-ever camping event at Woodstock Farm Sanctuary on Saturday, August 12th! Taste delicious vegan goods, meet some rescued animals on a sunset walk, and sleep under the sanctuary stars! Camping has never been this dreamy. Camping is open to everyone, ages 12 and up. woodstocksanctuary.org/events/campwoodstock
Pippa Garner: Haulin' Ass! Activation
Saturday, August 12, 2023 from 3:30–4pm
Sculpture & Architecture Park at Art Omi, Ghent
PIPPA GARNER: $ELL YOUR $ELF premieres Haulin’ Ass! (2023), Garner’s newest custom car unveiled on the fiftieth anniversary of her first major car work, Backwards Car (1973-1974). Commissioned by Art Omi, Haulin’ Ass! is a 2003 red Ford Ranger removed from its chassis, rotated, and welded back together, so it appears to face the wrong way as it drives. Fully functional, and replete with super-sized truck nuts, Haulin' Ass! will be driven through the Sculpture & Architecture Park. This event is free and open to all ages. No advanced registration required. More info
Millbrook History on Location: Lost Buildings of Millbrook
Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 4pm
Millbrook Library Parking Lot
Hosted by Dutchess County Historian Will Tatum. Link
Superhero Sprint for Childhood Cancer Research
Saturday, August 12, 2023 from 4-6pm
Heritage Financial Park, Wappingers
Run for fun and to help us raise funds for childhood cancer research during the first Superhero Sprint in partnership with Northwestern Mutual and the American Cancer Society. Kids ages 3 to 14 are welcome to sprint, with prizes for each age group. More info
Garrison Art Center Announces 'Off-kilter,' an Exhibition by Janice Caswell and “Mapping the Invisible” by Martha Bone
Saturday, August 12 - Sunday, September 10, 2023 from 5-7pm
Cost: Free
23 Garrison's Landing, Garrison
An exhibition of mixed media by Janice Caswell, and an exhibition of collaged paintings and assemblage by Martha Bone. An opening reception will take place on Saturday, August 12 from 5-7 pm. Caswell will deliver an Artist’s Talk, on August 26, 2023 from 3 - 4pm. garrisonartcenter.org/press-1
CHRISTEENE Visits PIPPA GARNER: $ELL YOUR $ELF
Saturday, August 12, 2023 from 5–7pm
Cost: Free with advanced registration required
Sculpture & Architecture Park and Newmark Gallery at Art Omi, Ghent
Join a most spectacular and vile occasion when CHRISTEENE visits PIPPA GARNER: $ELL YOUR $ELF. CHRISTEENE is a raw spirit of ferocious music, unabashed sexuality, and fiery intimate stank. Reports from live shows describe powerful musical experiences, distressed choreography, macabre scenes, wardrobes styled from the forgotten scraps of society, and intimate, heated sermons on the state of the world as we know it. This event is free and will take place rain or shine. Advanced registration required. RSVP
A Summer Fête
Saturday, August 12, 2023 from 5-9pm
Cost: $95
The Starlite Motel, 5938 Route 209, Kerhonkson
A family-style feast with delectable seasonal fare prepared by Melina Hammer of Catbird Cottage. Ticket price includes a welcome cocktail, the Catbird Last Word. A portion of the night’s proceeds with be donated to the Rondout Food Pantry. Tickets
Grand Opening of The Black Library
Saturday, August 12, 2023 from 5-8pm
418 Broadway, Monticello
Guests will have the first glimpse of The Black Library's newly transformed space, featuring an extensive collection of books by Black authors, artist studio spaces, and photo studio. Local artists, including James Ivory, Douglas Shindler, Michael Davis, Malik Bridges, Eli Rivera, Amelia Williams, Devon Mathis, Kenny Corley, and more, will showcase their incredible work, adding a burst of creativity and inspiration to the event. theblacklibraryny.com
Good Ole Campfire Sing-Along
Saturday, August 12, 2023 from 5 - 7 pm
Sliding Scale Pricing: $10/$15 per person, $25/$50 per group
Common Ground Farm, 79 Farmstead Lane, Wappingers Falls
If there is one thing that the folks at Compass Arts and Common Ground Farm love, it's a good ole campfire sing-a-long. Bring yer harmonizing voices and join Gina and some of the members of Beacon Rising Choir as they lead you through songs and chants that'll have you singing, moving and laughing along. Bring a picnic dinner, harvest and prepare a veggie side straight from the farm, and help support two amazing local non-profits! Great for all ages. And if the weather is right, there'll be an actual campfire too! Register for Sing-Along
The Metamorphoses
Saturday, August 12, 2023 from 6-8:30pm
Cost: $25, $20 members, free for kids under 12
Katonah Museum of Art, 134 Jay Street, Katonah
An immersive museum performance conceived by Jonah Bokaer Choreography, which responds to the KMA's architecture, designed by Edward Larrabee Barnes, and the landscape of the Marilyn M. Simpson Sculpture Garden. Tickets
Sons of the American Legion Car Show
Sunday, August 13, 2023 from 9am - 3pm
Cost: Free, $20 to enter a car
400 Jay Street (Route 22), Katonah
Show your support for our veterans by attending the Sons of the American Legion Car Show at beautiful, historic John Jay Homestead. Come admire the spectacular cars while enjoying food, music, and raffles. For more info, call the Katonah American Legion at (914) 232-1575. johnjayhomestead.org
The Bagel Festival
Sunday, August 13, 2023 from 9am - 4pm
Bagel Boulevard (Broadway), Monticello
Scavenger hunt, live music and entertainment, the Bagel Triathlon, a car show, the creation of Monticello’s first-ever mural, and more. thebagelfestival.org/schedule/
Mountaindale Second Sundays: Artisan Fair & Farmers Market
Sunday, August 13 and September 10, 2023
11am - 3pm
69 Main St, Mountaindale
Discover farm-fresh, in-season veggies and eggs, custom candles, jewelry, pottery, delectable baked goods, and beautiful clothing – both handmade and vintage. Indulge in aromatherapy products and treat yourself to insightful tarot readings. Whether you're seeking unique gifts, fashionable finds, or a delightful day out, this market is a must-visit destination. visitmountaindale.com
Children's Nature Program: Skull & Bones
Sunday, August 13, 2023 at 11am
Cost: $2
Staatsburgh State Historic Site, 75 Mils Mansion Dr., 1 Rd., Staatsburg
An hour-long fun nature program for children ages 6-9. What can you tell by looking at a skull? Children become detectives, examining animal skulls to learn about predator and prey animals. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations required: bookeo.com/staatsburghshs
Beacon Corn Festival
Sunday, August 13, 2023 from noon - 5pm
Cost: Free admission
Pete and Toshi Seeger Park, Red Flynn Drive, Beacon
Featured is fresh-picked, sweet Hudson Valley corn, boiled and served with butter. In addition, treats such as chilled watermelon and ice-cold, freshly squeezed lemonade will be available to quench your thirst on this August day. Two solar powered music stages, one dedicated to the children to enjoy, will provide live music throughout the day. http://www.beaconsloop.org/festivals.php
Lenape History with Harv Hilowitz
Sunday, August 13 and Sunday, August 27, 2023 from 12:30pm – 1:45pm
Leaving from the Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston
Join Harv Hilowitz, a historian of Indigenous and Hudson Valley history and a contributing scholar to the Hudson River Maritime Museum, as he leads a talk on the history of the Lenape people, what happened when Europeans colonized the region, the Lenape diaspora, and Lenape people in the Hudson Valley today. Tickets
Macrame Workshop: Great Estates Garden & Landscape Weekend
Sunday, August 13, 2023 at 3pm
Cost: $10
Staatsburgh State Historic Site, 75 Mils Mansion Dr., 1 Rd., Staatsburg
Make your own macrame plant hanger! Macrame plant hangers are the perfect small-space solution - they can be hung on the wall or from the ceiling, freeing up shelf space. All materials and a plant are included in the cost of the workshop. Reservations required: staatsburghmacrame.eventbrite.com/
Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure
Sunday, August 13, 2023 at 8pm
Hudson Valley Brewery, 7 East Main Street, Beacon
Outdoor event, no ticket is necessary to attend. Bring a chair or blanket for seating. storyscreenpresents.com/product-page/pee-wee-s-big-adventure-hvb-sun-08-13-8-00pm
Perseid Meteor Shower Stargazing
Sunday, August 13, 2023 starting at 9:30pm
Hutton Brickyards, 200 North Street, Kingston
Locals and hotel guests are invited to lay out on a blanket and enjoy the views, and an educational talk on meteor showers by SUNY New Paltz Planetarium Director, Raj Pandya. Special picnic packages available for guests and as an add-on for visitors. (Pro-tip: The best spot to view the meteor shower will be on the north lawn, away from light pollution) huttonbrickyards.com/deals
Bard SummerScape
Through August 13, 2023
Fisher Center, Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson
Eight action-packed weeks of performing arts at Bard College’s 20th annual SummerScape! This year’s schedule includes theatrical performances of “Illinois,” which is the product of the brilliant collaboration between three artists (Tony Award-winner Justin Peck, composer Sufjan Stevens and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Jackie Sibblies Drury) to create spectacular display of storytelling, dance, theater and music based on Stevens’ 2005 album titled “Illinois.” Also on tap are performances of the French opera “Henri VIII” by Camille Saint-Saens. Directed by Jean-Romain Vesperini, this production stars Alfred Walker (bass-baritone) as Henri VIII and Lindsay Ammann (mezzo-soprano) as Anne Boleyn. The Spiegeltent, meanwhile, will keep the party hopping all summer long with live music performances, drinks and dancing. SummerScape also includes the 33rd incarnation of the Bard Music Festival, which will explore the life and work of Ralph Vaughan Williams, one of the greatest symphonists of the 20th century. Click here to see the full lineup
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ONGOING EVENTS
Senator Hinchey's Back to School Drive
Through August 18, 2023 from 9am - 5pm
Cost: Free
721 Broadway, Suite 150, Kingston
To help local families in need prepare for the upcoming school year, Senator Hinchey’s office is partnering with the Hudson/Catskill Housing Coalition and the Back to School Barbecue in Catskill, to collect essential school supplies for K-12 students. Bring donations to Senator Hinchey’s Kingston office anytime between 9am-5pm on August 2 through Friday, August 18. The following *new and unused* donations will be accepted: Backpacks, pens, mechanical pencils, Dry Erase markers, markers, crayons, highlighters, pencil Boxes, all sized subject notebooks, composition notebooks, loose leaf paper, binders, folders, scissors, glue sticks, rulers, hand sanitizer, and tissues. If you aren’t able to make it to Sen. Hinchey’s Kingston Office, an additional drop-off location on Thursday, August 17, from 4pm to 6pm will be at the Hudson/Catskill Housing Coalition (361 Main St., Catskill).
Corridor of Commerce History Hunt: a County-wide Family Scavenger Hunt!
Continues through August 31, 2023
Cost: Free
Hosted by the Putnam History Museum
Back for its 3rd year with new clues, this month-long, free, family-friendly scavenger hunt introduces participants to local history by providing clues that lead to historical sites, buildings, or markers throughout the county. You have one month to follow the clues and take a picture at the many historical sites, buildings, or markers. Along the way, you'll learn about Putnam County’s history as a Corridor of Commerce! Every location you visit enters you into the random drawing to win a grand prize. The more places you visit, the more likely you are to win! Register online for free to receive your History Hunt clue packet via email (or pick one up at the museum beginning August 1). Visit as many locations as you can find, based on the clues in your packet. Take a picture in front of each site that you visit, and then submit your photos by 5pm on August 31st, 2023. Photos may be brought to the museum or emailed to director@putnamhistorymuseum.org. More info: eventbrite.com/e/corridor-of-commerce-history-hunt-a-county-wide-family-scavenger-hunt-tickets-648250252957
The Summer Disaster Show
On view through September 4, 2023
Private Public Gallery, 530 Columbia Street, Hudson
18 artists respond to living in a time of natural disaster, social rage and calamity! privatepublicgallery.net
Air Shows at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome
Saturdays and Sundays through October 15, 2023 at 2pm
The Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, Red Hook
Up, up and away! The Aerodrome is set to begin a new season of high-flying action with antique air shows every Saturday and Sunday! The Saturday "History of Flight" program highlights the Pioneer Era before World War I and the Golden Age of Aviation in the 1920s and 30s. The Sunday air show is the World War I dog-fight spectacular, with a hero or heroine, the villainous Black Baron of Rhinebeck, scenery, pyrotechnics and a World War I tank, along with many antique automobiles. There are usually between 15 and 20 flyable aircraft for each show, including a 1909 Bleriot, a Fokker DR-1 Triplane and a precise replica of the Spirit of St. Louis. Open-cockpit biplane rides — which offer stunning views of the Hudson River and the surrounding highlands — are available before and after the air shows from 10 a.m. until twilight. Gates open at 10 a.m., which gives you plenty of time to check out the Aerodrome’s museum and grab a bite to eat at the snack stand. To purchase tickets, or to book your own biplane ride, click here.
Food Trucks at Millbrook Winery
Saturdays and Sundays, through October 29 from noon-6pm
Millbrook Winery, 26 Wing Road, Millbrook
Celebrate the weekend and take advantage of the warm weather from the winery’s picnic areas or taproom terrace with ala carte, family friendly menus from local food trucks. Find a table on one of our decks, pick a picnic table down by the pond, or bring your lawn chairs and blankets to set up on the lawn. All food trucks will be at the winery and ready to serve at noon. *No reservation needed for food trucks, Seating is first come first serve. Visit the website for complete food truck schedule. millbrookwine.com/food-trucks/
Terraforming: Olana’s Historic Photography Collection Unearthed
On view through October 29, 2023
Olana State Historic Site, Hudson
The exhibition focuses on Olana’s remarkable trove of nearly 5,000 19th century photographic prints, collected by the artist Frederic Church between 1850 and 1900. Until now, this nationally significant and intact photography collection has been little-known and unseen by the public. For tickets and additional information, visit OLANA.org/terraforming.
Pippa Garner: $ELL YOUR $ELF
On view through October 29, 2023
Art Omi, 1405 County Route 22, Ghent
Garner's first New York institutional solo exhibition—a kaleidoscopic introduction to five decades of the artist’s visionary practice and deviant proposals to solve everyday problems in post-Fordist America. $ELL YOUR $ELF premieres Garner’s latest work, Haulin' Ass! (2023), a fully-functional 2003 Ford Ranger pickup truck with its exterior rotated 180 degrees and welded back together, replete with super-sized truck nuts. Commissioned by Art Omi, Haulin' Ass! will be activated in performances in New York City and the Hudson Valley throughout the run of the exhibition. RSVP
Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome season
Through October 31, 2023
Museum open daily, May 1 – October 31, 2023 from 10am – 5pm.
Airshows begin June 17 through October 15 with “History of Flight” every Saturday, “World War I” every Sunday at 2pm.
Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, 9 Norton Road, Red Hook
Bi-plane rides take place before and after weekend airshows, and by reservation. oldrhinebeck.org/plan-your-visit/
Community Streetside Artist Exhibit
On view through November 1, 2023
Village of Wappingers Falls
The Community Streetside Artist Exhibit will showcase the creative diversity of 43 local artists throughout the Village of Wappingers Falls on lamp post banners. Exhibition on view from April 1 through November 1, 2023. Link
Notes for Tomorrow
On view through November 12, 2023
Alice and Horace Chandler and North Galleries, Dorsky Museum, New Paltz
Artwork selected by 30 curators based in 25 countries around the world to reflect on a new global reality. In this cultural moment of transition, each work is a source of inspiration from the recent past and a guiding perspective for the future. newpaltz.edu/museum/exhibitions/future.html
Storm King’s 2023 Special Exhibitions
Through November 13, 2023
Storm King Art Center, 1 Museum Road, New Windsor
Beatriz Cortez: The Volcano That Left: Beatriz Cortez will present new and recent large-scale works for her first solo museum presentation on the East Coast + Ugo Rondinone: the sun and the moon. Set against Schunnemunk and Storm King Mountains, Ugo Rondinone’s the sun and the moon, comprises a pair of 16-feet tall delicate circles fashioned from cast-bronze tree branches. The exhibition is built upon the principles of two celestial forces representing contradictory, codependent, and complementary values. The sculptures will be accompanied by two interactive artworks, your age and my age and the age of the sun and your age and my age and the age of the moon in the Museum Building’s main floor gallery + Outlooks: RA Walden: RA Walden will present a site-specific installation for the 10th iteration of Storm King's Outlooksprogram. Titled access points // or // alternative states of matter(ing), the project will depict the electron configurations of the six most common elements on earth: carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorous, and sulfur. These elements—thought to be necessary for life on any planet—will evoke the form of crop circles, constructed from rings of perforated aluminum and laid across a grassy hillside. collections.stormking.org/Listing/currentexhibitions/sort/default/direction/desc
Rhinebeck Farmers Market
Sundays through December 17, 2023
10am to 2pm
Municipal Parking Lot, 61 East Market Street, Rhinebeck
Over 30 vendors with new vendors including Millbrook Beef and Dairy, Hudson Valley Fresh, Mighty Donuts of Red Hook, Litte Rye Backhouse of Kingston and Ardith Mae Farmstead Goat Cheese of Stuyvesant. Mei’s Dumpling joins as a full-time vendor this year. rhinebeckfarmersmarket.com/special-events.html
Special exhibition: Black Americans, Civil Rights, and The Roosevelts, 1932-1962
On view through December 31, 2024
William J. vanden Heuvel Gallery at The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum in Hyde Park
Developed in collaboration with a distinguished committee of scholars, “Black Americans, Civil Rights and the Roosevelts, 1932-1962” centers the historical voices of many Black community leaders, wartime service members, and ordinary citizens who engaged the Roosevelt administration directly and who pushed for progress. Within this context, the exhibit examines the political evolution of both Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt regarding racial justice. The exhibit features documents and artifacts – many on display for the first time – from the Roosevelt Library’s rich holdings and from private collections nationwide. Regular Library and Museum admission applies to view the exhibit. fdrlibrary.org
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COMING UP
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival: Henry V
Continues August 14, 16, 20 and 21 at 7:30pm
Cost: $10
2015 U.S. 9, Garrison, NY
This Shakespearean epic follows a charismatic warrior King and his cohort through the brutality of warfare, as the ragtag band confronts heavy opposition and their own destinies in an aggressive pursuit of the French crown. Henry V is a deeply ambivalent play about leadership, and the power of language and storytelling to shape our collective identity. The play’s central question – What kind of leadership would it take to forge a resilience and unified band of brothers and sisters from a fractious and anxious group of individuals? – resonates with fresh urgency in our contemporary world. hvshakespeare.org/production/henryv/
Hog Farm Tours
August 14-16, 2023 from 11am - 2pm
Bethel Woods
Tour the historic grounds with Lisa Law, Woodstock photographer. Learn all about how the Hog Farm came to be and more. Learn more
Money Smart for Older Adults
Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at 10:45am
OFA’s Poughkeepsie Friendship Center, 114 Delafield Street
Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County Family and Consumer Education Program presents a “Money Smart for Older Adults” workshop. Seating is limited, and advance registration is required. Call the Poughkeepsie Friendship Center at 845-486-2564 for more information. Link
Narcan Training in Hudson
Friday, August 18, 2023 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm
Cost: Free
Henry Hudson Riverfront Park Pavilion, 1 Water St, Hudson
Senator Hinchey’s office is partnering with Columbia County Pathways to Recovery to host a free Narcan (naloxone) training. During the training, participants will learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose and how to properly administer Narcan, which is a fast-acting medication that can be used to temporarily reverse the effects of an overdose. Participants will receive a free Narcan emergency kit to take home. There is no sign-up necessary. fb.me/e/67DkVVEPI
Harmonies on the Hudson featuring The Donna Tritico Band
Thursday, August 17, 2023 at 6pm
Clermont State Historic Site
Concerts will be held adjacent to the main parking lot, near the Arryl House ruins. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket, as seating will not be provided. Picnic dinners are welcome, but leave your alcoholic beverages at home. This program is free, and registration is recommended, but not required. RSVP
‘DYING TO KNOW’ Film Festival
August 17-20, 2023
Greenville Drive-In
A thoughtful and approachable series of films and discussions around death literacy, which will (of course) include a screening of the perennial classic Harold & Maude. drivein32.com
Leo New Moon Ceremony
Friday, August 18, 2023 from 6:30 - 8pm
Cost: $20
21 S Chestnut Street, New Paltz
Manifest and empower yourself with the Leo New Moon! Local astrologer Michaele Lehman will lead the ceremony by explaining the astrology of the new moon, what it means for you, journaling prompts & sharing, meditation, a tarot reading & more. skyandseaastrology.com
Outdoor Movie Night at Olana: Hugo
Friday, August 18, 2023 with doors at 7:30pm, showtime at 8pm
Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for members of Upstate Films and The Olana Partnership
Olana State Historic Site, Hudson
Upstate Films Hudson Valley Picture show at Olana. Pack a picnic and enjoy one of the great family films of all time at Olana State Historic Site! Martin Scorsese transmutes Brian Selznick’s captivating and imaginative New York Times bestseller into an alternate universe: a creaky, magical Paris train station, where an orphan boy encounters a movie director who is about to change the world. Tickets
Walkway At Night
Fridays, August 18 from 8-9:30pm, September 29 from 6:30-8pm and October 27, 2023 from 6-7:30pm
Cost: $5, free for members
Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland and Poughkeepsie
Enjoy amazing Hudson Valley views after dark from 212 feet above the Hudson River at Walkway at Night. walkway.org/walkwayatnight
Cinema in Piazza
August 18-20, 2023 beginning at 7pm
Magazzino Italian Art, Cold Spring
Magazzino Italian Art presents the 6th iteration of the Cinema in Piazza series, in partnership with the Cold Spring Film Society and Artecinema. Entitled Rome: A Visual Journey, this year’s film program, curated by Magazzino’s 2022-23 Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Roberta Minnucci, will be devoted to a cinematic exploration of the city of Rome from Neorealism to the present day. magazzino.art/visit/events/cinema-in-piazza
Guided Hike: History Hidden in the Woods
Saturday, August 19, 2023 at 10am
Cost: Free
Staatsburgh State Historic Site, 75 Mils Mansion Dr., 1 Rd., Staatsburg
Have you ever wondered what some of the ruins within Mills and Norrie State Parks might be? The beautiful park land was once the setting for the grand Hudson Riverfront estates. This 90-minute guided hike will lead visitors through the park, exploring the history of three historic estates: from Staatsburgh's founding as a gentleman's farm in the 1700s to the development of The Point and Stonehurst estates in the 19th century. The hike is approximately 1.5 miles of uneven terrain, requiring sturdy footwear. Reservations required: bookeo.com/staatsburghshs
ArtStream Festival
Saturday, August 19, 2023 from noon to 5pm
108-274 East Strand Street, Kingston
A celebration of public art and creative community featuring 25+ new installations along the beautiful Point Rail Trail, live music, cold drinks, artist-led workshops, trolley rides from the Kingston Trolley Museum. artportkingston.com
Nature Nick
Saturday, August 19, 2023; Doors at noon, show at 1pm
Cost: $28
231 Creamery Pond Rd, Chester
Growing up in the pine barrens of Eastern Long Island, Nicholas Jacinto has always had a fascination with the natural world. By age 5, he was collecting box turtles and snakes in vivariums set up in his bedroom. By 10, his collection grew to include birds, ferrets, chinchillas, rabbits, fish, & reptiles. By age 14, he caught the eye of international animal expert, Marc Morrone, who immediately cast him on an animal segment of The Martha Stewart Living Show. Jacinto is now a federally licensed master animal handler. His permits now allow him to work with native wildlife, dangerous wildlife, and endangered species. He is also licensed to breed and propagate dwindling species. His unique qualifications and expertise has put him high in demand as a consultant for zoos, wildlife centers, and he routinely works on any TV shows and movies where exotic animals are needed. sugarloafpacny.com
Hudson River Seafood and Music Festival
August 19-20, 2023
Cost: $20 and up
MJN Convention Center, Poughkeepsie
Dine on seafood creations such as Maine lobster rolls, a raw bar, ceviche, paella, fried seafood, such as calamari, and salmon. The Around the World ticket will take you on a tour through the world with calamari from Italy, paella form Spain, New England lobster rolls, and the UK Fish and Chips. Plus tribute bands performing all weekend. Don't leave without the red solo seafood collector's cup. Tickets
Repair Cafe - Hyde Park
Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 10am - 2pm
United Methodist Church of Hyde Park, 1 Church Street
For more information or to volunteer, contact eweinstock65@gmail.com. repaircafehv.org/calendar/2023/6/23/hyde-park-repair-cafe
Deep In The Valley
Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 11:30am - sundown
Cost: $40
From the Ground Brewery, 301 Guski Rd, Red Hook
Last year’s inaugural Deep In The Valley Fest brought together a cross-section of musical genres with a common thread of experimentation and exploration. Curated by music blog Raven Sings the Blues, the roster exemplified the current crop of Cosmic American travelers. This year that tradition continues. Returning to From The Ground Brewery, nestled on Migliorelli Orchard in Red Hook, the festival this year boasts a packed roster of RSTB faves. Hudson Valley’s own Gracie’s will have their food truck on the grounds, with an on-site record fair by Bash and Pop. Featuring: Ryley Walker, 75 Dollar Bill, Garcia Peoples, Sunwatchers, Weeping Bong Band, Gold Dust, Ned Collette and Glyders. ravensingstheblues.com/valley/
Poughkeepsie Jazz Crawl
Saturday, August 19, 2023
Performances take place at four local eateries for the City of Poughkeepsie’s first Jazz Crawl in association with Jazz in the Valley’s 23rd year. https://www.jazzinthevalleyny.org
Art Omi: Music Improvisors Orchestra on Wave Farm WGXC
Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 1-2pm
Virtual via Wave Farm WGXC 90.7 FM
A virtual performance by the Art Omi: Music residents, being broadcast live on Wave Farm’s WGXC 90.7-FM: Radio for Open Ears, a non-commercial, listener-supported station in New York’s Upper Hudson Valley operating out of studios in Hudson and the Wave Farm Media Arts Center in Acra. The 2023 Art Omi: Music fellows—performing as an improvising orchestra—will create a continuous hour of new music using a variety of techniques and instruments. The performance can also be heard via live stream at wgxc.org, where it will also be archived shortly after the broadcast to listen to at any time.
Mystery Writer Jode Millman in conversation with Hon. Albert Rosenblatt
Saturday, August 19, 2023 at 2pm
Cost: Free
Barnes & Noble, 2518 South Road, Poughkeepsie
Multi-award-winning author Jodé Millman chats with Hon. Albert M. Rosenblatt about their recent book releases and all things Hudson Valley. Jodé will discuss her latest Queen City Crimes mystery THE EMPTY KAYAK and Judge Rosenblatt will discuss his compelling nonfiction work THE EIGHT. facebook.com/events/807969237468249
Art Studio Views “Sampler Exhibit” Opening Reception
Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 5-7pm
The Betsy Jacaruso Gallery, Rhinebeck
Preview the artwork of the 30 participating artists opening their studio doors for ASV on Labor Day weekend. artstudioviews.com/events/
Opening reception at Albert Shahinian Fine Art
Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 5-7pm
Cost: Free
22 East Market Street, 3rd Floor, Rhinebeck
Albert Shahinian Fine Art, celebrating its 25th year, is pleased to present "Trio: Judith Hoyt, David Thelen, Karl Dempwolf". The opening reception is part of Rhinebeck's 3rd Saturday Arts Walk. Free and open to the public. shahinianfineart
Movies with Spirit: “Past Lives”
Saturday, August 19, 2023 at 7pm
Cost: $10 suggested donation
Congregation Emanuel, 243 Albany Ave., Kingston
Screening of the film followed by a facilitated discussion. For more information about “Past Lives” and the rest of the Movies With Spirit series, contact Harrington at 845-389-9201 or at gerryharrington@mindspring.com. Details are also available at facebook.com/MoviesWithSpirit.
36th Annual Mid-Hudson Bottle Show
Sunday, August 20, 2023 from 9am - 2:30pm
Cost: $2 admission, $15 early admission at 8am
Poughkeepsie Elks Lodge 275, 29 Overrocker Road, Poughkeepsie
Bottles, stoneware, advertising and more. Free appraisals and bottle ID. mjsantique@aol.com or 845-233-4340.
Jazz in the Valley
Sunday, August 20, 2023 beginning at 11am
Cost: $55 in advance, $65 at the gate, $20 students with ID
Waryas Park, Poughkeepsie
https://www.jazzinthevalleyny.org
Kingston Artists Soapbox Derby
Sunday, August 20, 2023 at 1pm
Day-of registration opens at 11 am at the corner of Spring and Broadway in Kingston
The Kingston Artist Soapbox Derby, now celebrating 28 years, is a parade of non-motorized kinetic sculptures capable of rolling down lower Broadway. kingstonartistsoapboxderby.com
Dutchess County Fair
August 22-27, 2023
Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck
dutchessfair.com/the-fair/visitor-info/
DAVID MCINTYRE: WALKING
August 24 - October 8, 2023
Opening Reception with the Artist on Thursday August 24 from 5-7pm
Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren Street, Hudson
A new solo exhibition by Scottish-born, Hudson-based photographer, filmmaker, and artist David McIntyre. Inspired by the writings of Henry David Thoreau, McIntyre brings the intricate patterns of nature to the forefront through a series of captivating, abstract, and digitally manipulated photographs taken on walks along trails in the Hudson Valley. hudsonhall.org, (518) 822-1438
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
August 25-27, 2023
Cost: Free but seating is limited
The Churchtown Dairy Round Barn, Hudson
A community production of Shakespeare’s romantic comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream, directed by Carol Rusoff, with a diverse, all-local Hudson Valley cast. Seats can be reserved at Eventbrite, here.
Pop-Up Exhibit by Nellie Geraghty
Friday, August 25, 2023 from 5-11pm
415 Main Street Gallery, Rosendale
Nellie Geraghty, a New Paltz native, and long-time farm hand in the Hudson Valley is an interdisciplinary artist who uses her experience as a farm hand to fuel her creative works. Currently enrolled in the MFA Illustration Department of the distinguished, Rhode Island School of Design, investigating scientific illustration, cyanotype, and silk screening. She is one of 15 students accepted into the MFA program which has a 19% acceptance rate. Nellie will graduate in 2024. You can learn more about Nellie’s work at nelliegeraghty.com. On view through August 27, 2023.
Dirty Gaia Presents: Worm Alchemy
Saturday, August 26, 2023 at 9am
Morton Memorial Library, Rhinecliff
Join vermiculture expert Monique Bosch as she takes us on a deep dive into the microbial strata of soil health and shows how to improve it. In the first part of the workshop, Monique will zoom in at 400X magnification to identify the beneficial microscopic critters that live in healthy soils. Then we'll learn how to increase their numbers with worms, so that we can grow the healthiest plants and most nutritious food. To that end, the event will adjourn to Rudy McEntire's nearby garden for a demonstration of worm composting. Three different vermiculture setups will be shown, and we’ll learn to brew compost tea, an elixir that feeds beneficial microbes and enriches soil with plant-available nutrients. All are welcome, Registration is required.
Slavery, Segregation & Staatsburgh: From Black Service to White Servants
August 26-27, 2023 at 2pm
Cost: Free
Staatsburgh State Historic Site, 75 Mils Mansion Dr., 1 Rd., Staatsburg
In 1810, there were nine Black people enslaved on the Staatsburgh estate. In 1910, there were no recorded Black employees working inside Staatsburgh. What happened? Join Staatsburgh staff for a conversation about their new research into this transition from a Black presence at Staatsburgh during the early 19th century to a total absence during the Gilded Age. Reservations required: bookeo.com/staatsburghshs
The Fuller Moon Arts Festival
Saturday, August 26 and Sunday, August 27, 2023 from 3-9pm.
Mountain Lake Park, Warwick
The convergence of performance, art and nature with a two-day festival at the magical lakefront setting. fullermoonartsfest.com
The Complete Unknown: Bob Dylan Tribute
Saturday, August 26, 2023 at 8pm
Cost: $44
231 Creamery Pond Road, Chester
"Back to Basics" by The Complete Unknowns will feature the songs that put & keep Mr. Dylan on the map. The Complete Unknowns have covered practically all of Dylan's songs over their 16 years of performances. sugarloaftix.com/event-details.php?eid=65#seatchart
4th Annual Poughkeepsie PorchFest Music Festival
Sunday, August 27, 2023 from noon to 6pm
Academy Street Historic District, Poughkeepsie
facebook.com/POKPorchFest
John Cage, 4’33” Performed by Mikaela Davis and John Lee Shannon
Tuesday, August 29, 2023 from 6-7pm
Cost: Free admission
Woodstock Artists Association and Museum, 28 Tinker Street, Woodstock
On August 29, 1952, in a concert produced by WAAM to support its “Artist’s Fund,” the pianist David Tudor performed the world premier of John Cage’s 4’33”, a piece in 3 movements during which the musician or musicians do NOT play. The piece took the world by storm and is considered to be a masterpiece of minimalist art, Buddhist expression and ego-less creation. WAAM has been commemorating the world premier of this piece, on August 29, for the last 12 years. This year’s event is hosted by Norm Magnusson and will be performed by singer, songwriter and classically-trained harpist Mikaela Davis and composer and guitarist John Lee Shannon. Author and Cage scholar Kay Larson will give a presentation following the performance. Register
The Night of the Hunter (1955) at The Rosendale Theatre
Thursday, August 31, 2023 at 7pm
Cost: $10
Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main Street, Rosendale
Robert Mitchum is outstanding in this film noir classic as a murderous, phony preacher who preys upon an innocent family in his search for $10,000 in stolen bank money. Shelley Winters and silent screen star Lillian Gish are equally outstanding in support and each will leave you deeply affected. Directed by stage and screen actor Charles Laughton with cinematography by Orson Welles’ Stanley Cortez, see “The Night of the Hunter” in its original theatre format on the big screen. rosendaletheatre.org/movies/summer-retro-series-presents-the-night-of-the-hunter-1955/
32nd Annual Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival
September 1-3, 2023
Cost: $8.50 for mornings, $16.50 evenings, $27.95 weekend pass, free for children under 3
Tymor Park, Union Vale
Bring your blankets and chairs to watch hot-air balloons ascend from the designated picnic area. Watch in awe as hot-air balloons fill the skies and as they light the night with an illumination moon glow display. Reservations must be made in advance. No tickets sold at the gate. dcrcoc.org/balloonfesthv.org
First Fridays in Cold Spring
Friday, September 1, 2023 from 11am - 7pm
Village Of Cold Spring
Keep your eye out for the orange flags on the First Friday of each month in Cold Spring when participating merchants will be extending hours, offering specials, sales, in-store festivities and more. coldspringnychamber.com
Boscobel Chamber Music Festival
September 1-10, 2023
Boscobel House and Gardens, 1601 Route 9D, Garrison
Over the course of nine days, the festival will present five performances by some of the most sought-after chamber musicians in the country, along with wide-ranging educational offerings on Boscobel’s historic site and throughout the Hudson Valley. The festival’s international roster of artists include violinists Jennifer Frautschi and Benjamin Beilman, violists Milena Pájaro-van de Stadt and Jonathan Vinocour, cellists David Requiro and Nicholas Canellakis, pianist Michael Stephen Brown, and the Ehnes String Quartet. boscobel.org/boscobel-chamber-music-festival-is-back-this-september/
Wayne Newton: Up Close and Personal
Friday, September 1, 2023 with doors at 7pm and show at 8pm
Cost: $148
231 Creamery Pond Rd, Chester
Wayne Newton: Up Close And Personal is unlike any show Wayne Newton has done before with stories told by one of the most celebrated entertainers of all time. Legend. Icon. American Patriot. World renowned, record-setting performer. The Midnight Idol. Mr. Entertainment. No other name or person is so defining, representative or synonymous with Las Vegas and the entertainment capital of the world than Mr. Las Vegas himself – Wayne Newton. sugarloafpacny.com
Art Studio Views
September 2-3, 2023
Follow the bright yellow signs to studios in Hyde Park, Germantown, Red Hook, Rhinebeck, and Tivoli
A two-day, self-guided open studio event, held over Labor Day Weekend, this year features 30-visual artists in five Hudson Valley communities (Hyde Park, Germantown, Red Hook, Rhinebeck, and Tivoli). ASV goes beyond the traditional art show by fostering a greater understanding of the artistic process: It offers a rare opportunity for both seasoned collectors and art enthusiasts to visit the studios of established painters, printmakers, sculptors, ceramicists, and photographers, and gain insight into artistic processes across a spectrum of mediums. artstudioviews.com
Bearsville Jazz and Art Festival
Sunday, September 3, 2023
Cost: $10, $5 ages 16 and under, $25 for two adults + two kids
Bearsville Park, 291 Tinker Street, Woodstock
Three ensembles on the outside stage, live painting demo and auction from the Woodstock School of Art and more. Tickets
Steve-O: The Bucket List Tour
Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 7pm
Ulster Performing Arts Center, Kingston
upac.org
Crafts at Lyndhurst
September 8-10, 2023
Cost: $12 general admission, $11 seniors, $4 kids ages 6-16 and free for ages under 6
Lyndhurst, 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown
Handmade and uncommon items from over 200 makers. artrider.com
3rd Annual "I-LOV-IT" 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9am
Cost: $25, $20 students, free for children under 10
Village of Tivoli
Event to raise money for Children's cancer research. tivoliny.org
Kaatsbaan Fall Festival 2023
September 9-10, September 22-24, and September 29 - October 1
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park, Tivoli
Featuring three weekends of unforgettable performances, including Tan Dun’s Ghost Opera with new choreography by PeiJu Chien-Pott, a Kenneth MacMillan ballet not seen since 1972, and a world premiere by Roderick George. https://kaatsbaan.org/performances-festivals
Free Historic Walking Tour in Wiltwyck Cemetery
Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 1-2pm
Cost: Free
205 West O'Reilly Street, Kingston
Rain date Sunday, September 10. The tour will last approximately 1 hour. At the conclusion of the tour, refreshments will be served outside of the community mausoleum. RSVP 845-331-0199. Donations toward a tree planting program are appreciated. fb.me/e/4wDUKtJkg
Poughkeepsie Open Studios
September 9-10, 2023: Saturday 2 to 6pm; Sunday noon to 3pm
Cost: Free
Various art spaces throughout the City of Poughkeepsie
A self-guided, all-inclusive art tour to visit with local artist studios and see regional artists in art spaces. There will also be free family-friendly art-making activities, artist demonstrations and interactive experiences. poughkeepsieopenstudios.com
Bids & Bites: Glynwood's Annual Auction and Summer Soirée
Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 5-8pm
Cost: $75
362 Glynwood Road, Cold Spring
An Unforgettable Night at Bids & Bites, Glynwood's Annual Auction and Summer Soirée with an evening that promises fun, laughter, and meaningful impact! glynwood.org
SoundScape Presents: Godspeed You! Black Emperor
Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 5pm
Cost: $50 in advance, $60 day of the event
Basilica Hudson
https://basilicahudson.org/events/basilica-soundscape-presents-godspeed-you-black-emperor-irreversible-entanglements/
Tivon Pennicott at South Street Jazz
Sunday, September 10, 2023 from 7-8:30pm
Cost: $28.76
925 South Street, Peekskill
For years, Tivon Pennicott has been transporting audiences to a higher level of consciousness. His latest single releases are the beginning of a new foundation on a canvas for genuine expression. A vocal performance with Tell Me Again (Dox Records, 2022), Let Our Hearts Decide (Dox Records, 2023), and a melodic "feel good" with Faith in Grace (Dox Records, 2023), display his versatility and a renewed authenticity as an artist. Also visit his self released 2020 album Spirit Garden, one that greets his listeners like a warm hug, granting access to experience the gravity of his artistry though a 26 piece stringed orchestra. eventbrite.com/e/tivon-pennicott-at-south-street-jazz-tickets-674685862577
2023 Hudson Valley Housing Conference
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Cost: $65
The Academy, Poughkeepsie
Hosted by Pattern for Progress and The Center for Housing Solutions to discuss smart policy and the production of additional housing units to help our neighbors find reliable homes in the Hudson Valley. Register
From Founders to Farmers: 17th through early 20th Century Archaeology in the Hudson Valley
Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 7pm
Virtual event hosted by the Putnam History Museum
Historic period archaeology may look at urban settlements, rural farmsteads, trading sites, commercial and industrial occupations, waterfront sites and more specialized occupations. It increasingly focuses on those who lived in these sites but who are underrepresented in the historical record. putnamhistorymuseum.org
Rhinecliff Community Conversation
Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 6pm
Morton Memorial Library, Rhinecliff
Continuation of the discussion of issues in Rhinecliff. All residents are welcome and encouraged to attend. morton.rhinecliff.lib.ny.us
The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze
September 15-17, 22-24, 27-30, October 1-31, November 1-5, 8-12 and 17-19
Cost: $24, free for members and children under 2
Van Cortlandt Manor, 525 S Riverside, Croton-on-Hudson
Meander through an 18th-century landscape and discover a breathtaking display of more than 7,000 illuminated jack o’ lanterns—all designed and hand-carved on site by our team of artisans.
https://hudsonvalley.org/events/blaze/
Mid Hudson Comic-Con
September 16-17, 2023 from 10am-4pm
MJN Center, Poughkeepsie
midhudsonciviccenter.org/event/mid-hudson-comic-con/
Art Walk Kingston
September 16-17, 2023 from noon - 5pm
Cost: Free
City of Kingston
Art Walk Kingston is a celebration of the arts and the local community. Over the course of two days, visitors and local residents are invited to explore three distinct areas of the city of Kingston and immerse themselves in a range of art and events. Paintings, photographs and sculptures are just some of the mediums that will be on display at home studios and galleries. Our past events average over 100 artists at dozens of locations throughout the city, making this event one of the largest open studio tours in the Hudson River Valley. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the event weekend will offer a broad range of art and activities for everyone. artwalkkingston.com
Two Sides of Vienna
Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 7pm
Sunday, September 17, 2023 at 2pm
The Fisher Center at Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson
Music Director Leon Botstein opens the Bard season with a concert juxtaposing two distinct styles of Viennese music from the late 19th and early 20th centuries: the melodies of Franz Lehár and the Strauss brothers, and Mahler’s Sixth Symphony. The performance begins with an overture of music from Lehár’s well-known 1905 operetta The Merry Widow, written in 1940 to celebrate the composer’s 70th birthday. This is followed by two dance pieces: Eduard Strauss’ train-themed polka Bahn frei!, and his brother Johann Jr.'s Emperor Waltz, composed for the 40thanniversary of Emperor Franz Josef’s crowning. The program closes with a contrasting style from the same era, Mahler’s deeply personal Symphony No. 6. https://ton.bard.edu/fisher-center-series/
Jimmy Failla
Saturday, September 16, 2023
Cost: $38
231 Creamery Pond Road, Chester
Jimmy Failla is a former New York City Cab Driver turned professional standup comedian who is the host of the Nationally Syndicated Talk Show Fox Across America, which airs daily on 125 radio stations and the Fox News App. He appears nightly on all of the biggest Fox News Shows including, Gutfeld! Tucker Carlson Tonight, Watters World, Hannity, The Ingraham Angle, America’s Newsroom, Outnumbered, The Faulkner Focus, and Fox and Friends. His one hour standup special, “State of the Union” is the highest rated special on Amazon Prime and he’s also a seven time Super Bowl Champion. (On Playstation). sugarloafpacny.com
“Sounds of Sinatra and Dino” for Dutchess County adults (60+)
Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
The Grandview, 176 Rinaldi Blvd., Poughkeepsie
You’ll hear Frank and Dino’s biggest hits, there’ll be open floor space for dancing, lots of stories from the days when swing was king, and snacks available at intermission. Reservations are required, and seating is extremely limited. Call 845-486-2555 during business hours (9 am – 5 pm weekdays) to reserve your seat.
Final Hot Tuna Electric Run: Going Fishing Tour 2023
Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 7:30pm
UPAC, Kingston
This will be Electric Hot Tuna’s farewell tour and the last chance to see this iconic blues rock band which was formed in 1969 by former Jefferson Airplane members Jorma Kaukonen (guitarist/vocals) and Jack Casady (bassist). They will be joined by drummer Justin Guip. Although it has always been a fluid aggregation, with musicians coming and going over the years, the band’s center has always been Kaukonen and Casady’s ongoing collaboration. Tickets
Radio Free Rhinecliff Presents a Live Episode of “Home From Here”
Friday, September 22, 2023 from 6-8pm
Cost: $20 suggested donation
Morton Room, Morton Memorial Library, Rhinecliff
Home From Here is a weekly radio show and podcast focusing on music, mental health, the creative process, personal development and humor hosted by John Burton. Benefit for Radio Free Rhinecliff. RSVP at jnburton.com.
Hardscrabble Day
Saturday, September 23, 2023
Village of Red Hook
More details to come: hardscrabbleday.org
Four Freedoms Awards
Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 11am
FDR Presidential Library and Museum, Hyde Park
A biennial celebration of the Roosevelts’ legacy and those who exemplify the freedoms that uphold our democracy. This year’s honorees include Nancy Pelosi, speaker emerita of the US House of Representatives, Tracie Hall, executive director of the American Library Association, Dr. Walter Earl Fluker, Ady Barkan and the Honorable Bennie Thompson. support.rooseveltinstitute.org/event/2023-four-freedoms-awards
Vincent Price in "The Abominable Dr. Phibes" at The Rosendale Theatre
Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 9:30 - 11pm
Cost: $10
The Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main Street, Rosendale
Vincent Price is outstanding in a horror/comedy with enough quirky, murderous fun for the whole family! The deliciously mad Dr. Phibes (Price) exacts revenge on those who were responsible for his wife’s death. Assisted by his loyal henchwoman “Vulnavia”, Phibes holds London in a grip of terror as he conducts his bizarre, homicidal spree. https://www.rosendaletheatre.org/series/saturday-creature-features/
Season Closing Concert by Half Waif
Sunday, September 24, 2023 from 3-5pm
Cost: Free
Beatrix Farrand Garden at the FDR Historic Site, 4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park
Known for her hauntingly beautiful vocals and introspective lyrics, singer, songwriter, and producer Nandi Rose melds pop and folk songwriting styles with electronic production and arrangements to explore what it means to be alive and in relationship with the world.
https://www.beatrixfarrandgardenhydepark.org/events/half-waif
An Evening with Al Franken
Friday, September 29, 2023 at 8pm
UPAC, Kingston
As the only speaker on the lecture circuit who has won 5 Emmys (Wikipedia missed two for producing), written 4 New York Times #1 best-sellers, taken home 2 Grammys, and served as a United States Senator – Al Franken brings a unique voice to the stage. Whether discussing his career in comedy or in public service, Franken delivers a singular experience—leaving audiences thoroughly entertained, more knowledgeable, and either optimistic or extremely depressed about our nation’s future – depending on how he feels that day. Tickets
Garrison Craft
Saturday, September 30 - Sunday, October 1, 2023 from 10am - 5pm
Cost: $10
23 Garrison's Landing, Garrison
Browse the work of over 65 skilled artisans, carefully selected for diversity, quality, and value. Located along the stunning Hudson River, Garrison Craft supports artisans who create traditional and alternative crafts lovingly by hand. This year, Garrison Craft will include many favorites from previous fairs and new artists, specializing in furniture, photography, jewelry, glassware, clothing, fiber arts, ceramics, fine art, wooden bowls, tableware, and so much more! garrisonartcenter.org/garrisoncraftfair
O+ Festival
October 6-8, 2023
Various venues in the City of Kingston
Three magical days of art, music, and wellness! The 2023 lineup features Amythyst Kiah, Bobcat Goldthwait, Mahogany L. Browne with Max Michael Jacob, Gail Ann Dorsey, Carsie Blanton, Amber Rubarth, Holly Miranda, Constant Smiles, Delicate Steve, jetsonorama, Richard Buckner, and Pamela Laws & The Hudson Valley Allstars - plus many more. opositivefestival.org/kingston/
David Cross
Saturday, October 7, 2023 at 8pm
Bardavon 1869 Opera House, Poughkeepsie
http://www.bardavon.org
The Elting Library's 66th Annual Library Fair & Book Sale
October 14-15 2023 from 9am - 4pm on Saturday and 10am - 3pm on Sunday
Cost: Free
93 Main Street, New Paltz
Entry to the fair is free, or shop for books as an early bird on Saturday at 8am for only $10 or on Sunday at 9:30 for $5 (when most items will be half-price). Thousands of books in three dozen categories as well as LPs, audiobooks, CDs and DVDs, children's books, toys, and activities, silent auction and raffle with over 100 prizes including a mid-week stay for two at Mohonk Mountain House, plus music all day with a great lineup of Eric Keeling, The New Paltz Resisterhood, David Rodriguez, Jeff Pfeffer, The Edukated Fleas, Leslie Abdallah, and Vickie Russell. Donations of books in good condition may be brought to the bookshed in the library parking lot, at the corner of North Front and Church Streets, on Wednesdays (10am-12pm), Saturdays (9am-11am), and Sundays (10am-12pm). Jewelry donations can be left at the circulation desk during open hours. Toy donations will be taken starting in September. eltinglibrary.org/fair
Gregory Alan Isakov with special guest The Milk Carton Kids
Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 7:30pm
UPAC, Kingston
Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, and now calling Colorado home, horticulturist-turned-musician Gregory Alan Isakov has cast an impressive presence on the indie-rock and folk worlds with his five full-length studio albums: That Sea, The Gambler; This Empty Northern Hemisphere; The Weatherman; Gregory Alan Isakov with the Colorado Symphony; and Evening Machines (nominated for a Grammy award for Best Folk Album). The Milk Carton Kids are an American indie folk duo from California, consisting of singers and guitarists Kenneth Pattengale and Joey Ryan, who began making music together in 2011 and have received multiple Grammy Award nominations. Tickets
Hudson Valley Horrors Roller Derby
Sunday, October 22, 2023 from 5:30 - 8:30pm
Hyde Park Roller Magic, 4178 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park
horrorsrollerderby.com
Jim Brickman: “HITS LIVE! With A Little Bit of Christmas” Concert
Sunday, November 5, 2023; Doors open: 7pm Show: 8pm
Cost: $43-$63
231 Creamery Pond Rd, Chester
Jim Brickman will wow the crowd with his uplifting, “HITS LIVE! with A Little Bit of Christmas" CONCERT. The Grammy Nominated Songwriter gets up close and personal in this intimate setting with his hit songs “Love of My Life” “Valentine”, & “Angel Eyes” plus a few holiday favorites like “The Gift “, Brickman warms the heart, as his sweet sounds and stories bring family and friends together. sugarloaftix.com/event-details.php?eid=60
Best Of The Eagles
Saturday, November 11, 2023
Doors open at 7pm, Show at 8pm
Cost: $78
Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center, 231 Creamery Pond Rd, Chester
Best of the Eagles (BOTE) is the most exact interpretation of the music of the Eagles in America, bar none! Each member mirrors his counterpart in the Eagles instrumentally and vocally. However, this is no simple copy band or impersonator act but rather a group of excellent musicians who expertly and authentically re-create the songs, the music, the vocals and the magical aura of one of America’s greatest rock bands. They perform all of the fan favorites, including: Take it to the Limit, New Kid in Town, Lyin’ Eyes, Take it Easy, Life in the Fast Lane, Hotel California and so many others. sugarloaftix.com/event-details.php?eid=58
Patti Smith: Words and Music
Saturday, November 11, 2023 at 8pm
Ulster Performing Arts Center in Kingston
upac.org
Samantha Bee: Your Favorite Woman Tour
Friday, November 17, 2023 at 8pm
Bardavon 1869 Opera House, 35 Market Street, Poughkeepsie
This unique stage show will mark Bee’s first national tour and promises to remind you that women are inherently magical beings despite what six Supreme Court justices and your Instagram feed wants you to believe. The live show will feature Bee’s signature comedy, memorable visual aids, and debunked myths that have been drilled into our heads since the dawn of recorded history. bardavon.org
Dean Ford & The Beautiful Ones: The Ultimate Tribute to Prince
Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 8 - 10:15pm
Cost: $48
1351 Kings Hwy, Chester
Dressed 2 the 9's, Dean Ford embodies PRINCE with every fiber of his being, giving you a show built out of a lifelong love and respect for the artist. Ford and company perform all the hits you know and love, including every song from the “Purple Rain” album. • sugarloaftix.com/event-details.php?eid=42
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