Screening of The Scott & Gary Show!
Monday, May 11, 2026 at 7pm
Upstate Films’ The Orpheum Theatre, Saugerties. 156 Main Street, Saugerties
Cost of admission: $11.50
Filmed in New York from 1983 to 1986, before relocating to the D.C. metro area, The Scott & Gary Show featured a wide-ranging roster of independent punk, underground, and roots acts – including Butthole Surfers, Ben Vaughn, Half Japanese, Shockabilly, R. Stevie Moore, and a pre-hip hop Beastie Boys – performing before a live audience, interspersed with band interviews, skits, and off-the-cuff commentary from host Scott Lewis. Scott Lewis and director Gary Winter, co-creators of the show, will be there for a Q and A after the screening of the highlight reel. Website
Connecting to History Through Wild Foods with Wild Hudson Valley co-founders Anna Plattner and Justin Wexler
Tuesday May 12, 2026 from 7 to 8:30pm
Cost of admission: $10
Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY 12401, United States
The Hudson Valley is known for its rich diversity of temperate plant species. Many of these plants are edible and have fed the region’s human inhabitants for millennia. At this event, Wild Hudson Valley co-founders Anna Plattner and Justin Wexler will describe the many ways in which they bridge the past with the present by introducing the region’s residents and visitors to these wild foods, which are so much more than just an edible or ecological part of the landscape. From classes on Northeastern Native land stewardship, to guided foraging walks and even a wild food CSA, the couple will discuss the many ways in which they open the region’s eyes (and tastebuds!) to Hudson Valley nature and history. Website
The Dutch & Their New York Legacy Lecture with Stephen Blauweiss
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 7pm
Cost of admission: $15
Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston
Dutch history can be elusive – it’s rarely taught in our schools and with so many disparate parts it often follows a meandering, convoluted path and connections are obscured. Historian/filmmaker Stephen Blauweiss brings this history to life in a fun and engaging way, using a vast array of quality images, maps, and timelines. What was once opaque becomes clear and understandable as the stories unfold and connect on multiple levels. Part 2 of 3 part series with historian Stephen Blauweiss. Register
Local Waves
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 with doors at 7pm, show at 7:30pm
Cost of admission: Free
The Local, Saugerties
A free series curated by Mike Amari of Chosen Family in partnership with Wave Farm’s WGXC featuring Hudson Valley artists performing original music. May 13: Pocket Merchant, June 10: Ongoing.
High School Sailing Club – 6 Sessions Begin with Orientation
Thursday, May 14, 2026 from 5-6pm
Cost of admission: $375
Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston
This six-session class (18 hours total) is designed for youth ages 13 - 17 who are either new to dinghy sailing or who would like additional opportunities to get out on the water, make new friends from different communities, and learn more about sailing. Website
Art in Our Lives
Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 7pm
Cost of admission: Free
Freedom Plains United Presbyterian Church, 1168 State Route 55, LaGrangeville
Four talented local women artisans will speak about the joy they find in their creative pursuits of chair caning, dressmaking, quilting and woodworking. Each will share how they began, their journey to proficiency, and how their particular art form has enriched their lives. They will also showcase examples of their work. Website
NYS Burn Ban
Through May 14, 2026
Across New York State
Due to the increased risk of wildfires, burning of brush will be prohibited. Campfires, small cooking fires and outdoor fires less than 3 feet in height and 4 feet in length are allowed. Website
West African Rock: Natu Camara in Concert
Friday, May 15, 2026 at 7pm
The Sanctuary for Independent Media, 3361 6th Ave, Troy
Cost of admission: $30, $20 students or low-income admission*
Join an energetic live music experience with Natu Camara who blends West African rock and soul into her music. Guinean singer and songwriter Natu Camara connects with her audiences during mesmerizing performances, infused with commentary about her life experiences and her unwavering commitment to social justice. *No one will be turned away at the door for a lack of funds. Website
Dear Mili Vintage Pop Up
Continues through May 15, 2026
394 Hasbrouck Avenue, Kingston
Curated selection of vintage home decor, tableware, pottery, rare finds and more. Hours: Wednesday through Sunday, 10am to 6pm, and by appointment.
Guided Hike: History Hidden in the Woods
May 16 and May 24, 2026 at 10am
Cost of admission: Free
Staatsburgh State Historic Site, 75 Mills Mansion Dr., Road # 1, Staatsburg
Have you ever wondered what some of the ruins within Mills-Norrie State Park might be? The beautiful park land was once the setting for grand Hudson Riverfront estates. This 90-minute guided hike will lead visitors through the park, exploring the history of three 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: RSVP
Maker May Balloon Blowout
Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 10:30 am to noon
Cost of admission: Free
FASNY (The Firefighters Association of the State of New York) Museum of Firefighting, 117 Harry Howard Ave., Hudson
Step up to the balloon bar, pick your colors and make a bodacious balloon creation. Choose from three spring-inspired projects. Do one, do them all, or go freestyle! Next, get your body moving as we play the balloon version of Hungry, Hungry Hippos. Can you pick up the most balloons and blow away the competition? Or are you the bouncy, trouncey type that can bounce your balloon on the paddle for the longest time during our Floating Frenzy Game? Did we mention there will be party music and colorful lighting to make this the balloon blowout party of the year? Come create and hang with us at the museum during this Maker May event! All activities are freeand will be indoors. Free admission to the museum will also be offered to all who attend this special event. Reservations are not required for this event.
18th Century Growing Season
Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 11am to 4pm
Cost of admission: Free
Senate House State Historic Site, 296 Fair Street, Kingston
Learn about what it was like to grow things and produce food in the 18th century! Help us plant our 18th century inspired garden, learn about sheep shearing, see food demonstrations, and more. We will also have crafts for visitors of all ages. This family friendly event is free and open to the public. Website
UAW Open Studios
May 16-17, 2026 from 11am to 6pm
Various locations
240 artists across the Hudson Valley and Catskills will open their studios to the public. Google map of participating artists: Link
Vintage and Artisan Market at Angry Orchard Cider House
May 16-17, 2026; Saturday 12-5 / Sunday 11-4
Cost of admission: Free
Angry Orchard Cider House, 2241 Albany Post Road, Walden
Celebrate Spring in a beautiful orchard setting! Enjoy live music and hard cider; shop the goods of local skilled artisans and gourmet purveyors; and hunt for antiques, vintage, and collectibles. This free event supports Orange County Land Trust's efforts to protect wildlife habitats, watershed lands, and crucial farmland in and around Orange County. Website
“Welcome Spring! Plant Walk,” Part of Beatrix Farrand Garden Series of Garden Talks
Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 1-2pm
Cost of admission: Free
Beatrix Farrand Garden at FDR National Historic Site, 4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park
Enjoy a narrated plant walk through the spring seasonal displays of native plants in the Wild Garden, with the BFG Horticulturist Ashley Gamell, discovering the characteristics, care and design features of the extensive native plant demonstration garden. Space limited: Register
Caring for Caregivers
Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 1 to 3pm
Cost of admission: Free
Howland Public Library, 313 Main Street, Beacon
Caring for others can be meaningful and exhausting. This interactive workshop offers practical tools to help you regulate stress, manage burnout, and stay grounded when things feel overwhelming. This program is open to parents, educators, helping professionals, and anyone supporting others through challenging moments. Come ready to reflect, connect, and walk away with skills you can use right away. Website
Opening Reception: Because, now is the time of monsters
Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 3 to 5pm
Wassaic Project, Wassaic
Featuring 39 artists in and around Maxon Mills. Among the works shown are Tim Olson's illuminated wooden constructions staging the seven deadly sins and heavenly virtues inside American motels and beauty academies; large-scale cyanotype prints by Tamsen Wojtanowski where shadowy figures and creatures drift between worlds above and below ground; an enormous inflatable sculpture of teeth and gums by Magicfeifei; Matthew Cronin's photographs of constructed domestic interiors where lattice, florals, and shuttered light make the familiar feel like a half-remembered dream; Kelly Cox's ceramic bear traps and mousetraps in muted pastels; Heejo Kim's paintings where entire galaxies spiral inside coffee cups held by unseen hands; and Vanessa Villarreal's denim mosaic portraits stitched with the weight of devotion and lineage. On view through September 12, 2026. Website
Putnam History Museum’s Annual Lawn Party
Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 4pm
Cost of admission: $70-$250
Wing and Wing, Garrison
The Putnam History Museum requests the pleasure of your company for cool drinks, canapés, & good company at the historic home Wing and Wing, in Garrison. The evening’s program will include a dramatic reading of Revolutionary War documents & the smooth jazz stylings of the Todd Londagin Quintet. Website
Opening Reception: "Rover" by Artist Mara Baldwin
Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 5pm
Cost of admission: Free
Garrison Art Center, 23 Garrison's Landing, Garrison
Mara Baldwin’s Rover explores summer camp beyond nostalgia, examining it as both an idealized rite of passage and a space where identity is shaped, tested, and performed. Using found materials and layered textures, she also considers issues of belonging, labor, and the exclusions shaped by colonialism, class, and white feminism, creating imagined spaces that hold memory and overlooked female experience. Opening Reception: Saturday, May 16, 2026, 5 - 7pm; Artist Talk: Saturday, June 6, 2026, 3pm; Adult Workshop: Sunday, June 7, 2026, 10:30 - 11:30am; Family Workshop: Sunday, June 7, 2026, 1 - 2pm. On view May 16 - June 21, 2026. Website
“Drawing from the Garden” Hands-on Workshop with Mira Fink Offered by Beatrix Farrand Garden
Sunday, May 17, 2026 from 9:30 to 11:30am
Cost of admission: $45, $40 members
Beatrix Farrand Garden at FDR National Historic Site, 4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park
Connect with the beauty of nature while drawing what naturally attracts you in the garden. Observe a natural object, such as a flower or vine closely, then draw it slowly, following the unique contours to capture its essence. Allow yourself to mindfully draw while relying on your “artist's eye”. Professional artist, Mira Fink will guide you in the process. No previous drawing experience needed. All materials will be provided. Class size limited. Register
Storm King Special Exhibition Openings
Sunday, May 17, 2026 from 10am to 6pm
Storm King Art Center
Openings include Outlooks: Saif Azzuz, Liz Glynn: Open House, Anicka Yi: Message From the Mud. Website
Morel Mushroom Hunt & Plant Sale
Sunday, May 17, 2026 from 10am to 1pm
Cost of admission: Free
Wally Farms, 27 Crow Hill Rd., Ancram
Join the first annual competitive morel mushroom hunt! Wally Farms’ Spring farm crawl will see teams of mushroom hunters led around the farm to collect as many morels as they can. Prizes will be given (including one of our Wally Farms Gift Boxes) Come prepared! Wear long pants (ticks are out), and footwear appropriate for traversing on and off trail in the woods. Don't forget a water bottle, sunscreen, and tick spray! And bring a basket or bag to collect mushrooms. Enjoy seasonal surprises, good conversation, and a deeper connection to the people and practices that make Wally Farms hum. Website
Putnam Valley Community Day at Tompkins Corners Cultural Center
Sunday, May 17, 2026 from 10am to 1pm
Cost of admission: Free
729 Peekskill Hollow Road, Putnam Valley
Please join us for a morning of community and connection at the third annual Community Day at Tompkins Corner Cultural Center. The event is locally organized in partnership with TCCC and is family friendly, free, and open to all! There will be live music, family yoga, story time in the woods, kids activities and crafts, a community mural, bake sale, food for purchase, and local organizations and vendors. Rain or shine. Website
Open Day at Unbridled Sanctuary
Sunday, May 17, 2026 from noon to 3pm
Cost of admission: Free
11 Unbridled Way, Greenville, NY 12083, United States
Guided visits with rescued horses and insight into lifelong sanctuary care. Guests are invited to participate in Read to the Rescues, our humane literacy program where stories are shared aloud with Sanctuary Horses, Donkeys, and Mules. Registration required: Register
“Natural Twig Pollinator Tower” Hands-on Workshop with Jessica Williams Offered by Beatrix Farrand Garden
Sunday, May 17, 2026 from 1-3pm
Cost of admission: $50
Beatrix Farrand Garden at FDR National Historic Site, 4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park
Insects are essential for a thriving eco system! This rustic garden accent provides an excellent home for them. You'll also attract more birds and amphibians while benefiting from fewer pest problems and better harvests. The four foot tall tower is created using twigs to form a teepee style frame with a wood base. Weaving willow or vines through the structure will contain the wonderful variety of natural materials including pine cones, bark strips and hollow stems of all sizes chosen for their ability to provide desirable housing. Ornamental vines can be grown up the sides. All materials and instruction are included, everyone will make their own unique tower to grace their garden. The bees, butterflies, and birds will thank you! Class size limited. Register
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Community Day
Sunday, May 17, 2026 from 1-4pm
Cost of admission: Free
Hudson Valley Shakespeare, 2015 Route 9, Garrison
Public tours, Arf Beacon’s Best in Show, Overtures with the Salt Cracker Crazies, Prologues with the Processional Arts Workshop and more. Website
Walking Tour – History Hike: College Hill Park
Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 2pm
Cost of admission: Free
149 N Clinton St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, United States
Join Historian Shannon Butler as we venture up to the city’s highest point and cover the history of College Hill Park. From its days as a boy’s school and serving as a stage for Frederick Douglas, to being the source of fresh water for the city’s population and an inspiration to many, there can be no doubt that this hillside is full of stories. Be aware that we will be hiking up some steep hills on this tour. With special thanks to The Revive College Hill Park Coalition which is a community group raising awareness about this hidden gem. Registration required. Website
