Hudson Valley Calendar of Events

Hudson Valley
Calendar of Events

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July 2009

Jul 3

Observed Federal Holiday, Independence Day

Jul 3

July 3, 5PM, Schuetzenpark Biergarten OPEN, German-American Club of Albany, 32 Cherry Street, Albany. 518.265.6102
http://www.timesunion.com/communities/gaca/

Jul 4

Independence Day / July 4th (Saturday)

July 4th celebrations in the Hudson Valley

Jul 5

Friends of the Nyacks 2009 Mostly Music Concerts Series

Jul 7

Tues, July 7, from 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Esopus Meadows Preserve “PHOTO WORKSHOP,” Esopus , Ulster County – Learn the basics of landscape photography, digital camera techniques, working with light and making images that convey and express your personal vision. Award-winning landscape photographer Robert Rodriguez, Jr., will begin with a lecture on essential concepts and camera basics, followed by ideas for capturing the stunning scenery at Esopus Meadows. Contact: Anthony Coneski, 845 473 4440, ext. 273, http://www.scenichudson.org/events

Jul 10

Fri, July 10, from 9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. – Poets’ Walk Park “TODDLER STROLL,” Red Hook, Dutchess County – Let your youngsters lead the way, in stroller or out, on this easy 1.5-mile group walk past bird-filled meadows. Then enjoy story time at a gazebo offering glorious Hudson River views. Contact: Anthony Coneski, 845 473 4440, ext. 273, http://www.scenichudson.org/events

Jul 10

Friday, July 10, Poughkeepsie Swing Dance, lesson and performance. Instructors Chester & Linda Freeman. 7-10pm. Admission includes lesson at 7pm and performance at 9pm. $10 admission, children under 12 free. Ciboney Cafe, 189 Church Street. No partner or experience necessary to attend. For more info visit http://www.got2lindy.com or call 845-236-3939.

Jul 11

July 11, Saturday, 10 AM – 1 PM, EYE ON: NATURE THROUGH THE CAMERA’S LENS, Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org

Jul 11

July 11 - Four Saturday sessions: 9 AM - 11:30 AM, BOTANICAL DRAWING, Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org
This workshop is open to all levels of artistic experience. CDs containing all of the text materials and PowerPoint presentations will be distributed at the first session. Conducted by Tressa Vellozzi, Keyserkill Studios, Inc. For more information and artist portfolio, go to http://www.keyserkill.com, click on "Art Workshops", Location: Library. Members $45, non-members $60.

Jul 11

The Ground Truth - Free Film Screening, 7:00 - 9:00 pm, Saturday, July 11,
Poughkeepsie Friends Meeting, 249 Hooker Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Hailed as "powerful" and "quietly unflinching," Patricia Foulkrod's searing documentary feature includes exclusive footage that will stir audiences. The filmmaker's subjects are patriotic young Americans - ordinary men and women who heeded the call for military service in Iraq. "By far the finest film to emerge from the awful tangle of 9/11 and the Iraq War" - Time Magazine Contact: (845) 454-6431 or (845) 454-2870

Jul 11

Saturday, July 11, PORT EWEN Swing Dance, lesson and performance. Instructors Chester & Linda Freeman. 7-10pm. Admission includes lesson at 7pm and performance at 9pm. $10 admission, $6 students w/ID, children under 12 free. Reformed Church of Port Ewen, 160 Salem Street. No partner or experience necessary to attend. For more info visit http://www.got2lindy.com or call 845-236-3939.

Jul 11

July 11
“There Once Was An Owl,” 11 a.m. The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck. A new musical for children by Ed Gibbons-Brown. Mean bullies have been making fun of Alice ’s red hair. It’s up to Granny and the audience to make up a story and teach Alice the value of being different! Tickets are $9/$7 in advance or $8/$6 at the door. 845-876-3080. http://www.centerforperformingarts.org

Jul 11

Come join us at our "Free Guided Tours of the Tug Hill Region" on July 11, 2009. During the day we will tour you around the Lewis County Trails. See the Whetstone Gulf Gorge, the wind mills and ride hundreds of miles of trails.
Location: Parking Lot across from Hodkinson's Grill, Rt. 177 Barnes Corners.
Registration: 9:00 am to 10:00 am, Groups depart at the close of registration
For additional Information contact secretary@tughillwheelers.com or
vicepresident@tughillwheelers.com

Jul 11

Free Palestine Vigil, 2:00 pm, Saturday, July 11, Sunflower Natural Foods parking lot, 75 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, NY 12498. We will march through Woodstock, ending up at the Village Green in the center of town.

Jul 11, 12

Saturday, July 11 & 12 Poughkeepsie Swing dance weekend workshop with international stars Evita Arce & Michael Jagger. Saturday 10am-3:45. Sunday 1pm-5:45pm. Ciboney Cafe, 189 Church Street. No partner or experience necessary to attend. For more info visit www.got2lindy.com or call 845-236-3939.

July 12

Humane Society of Walden Benefit, 8th Annual. CLASSIC CAR SHOW, SUNDAY, July 12, 2009, (raindate 7/19), 10:00am – 4:00pm, Orange County Farmer’s Museum, 850 Route 17K/Berea Road, Montgomery, NY 12549/
CLASSIC CARS, STREET RODS, MOTORCYCLES, TRUCKS & TRACTORS, Peer Judging 12:00pm - Trophies awarded 3:30pm. Car registration $10 by 6/20 Day of Show $15/ NEW KIDS “WHEELS” SHOW, Kids 12 and under – enter your “Wheels” - $5 entry fee, Trophies and ribbons awarded. PRIZE RAFFLES – 50/50 - FOOD – VENDORS. Musical Entertainment by DJ Joe and The Hudson Rhythm Boys. WIN Rider Lawnmower, WII Game System or $100 Gas Card, Raffle tickets $5 or 6 for $20

Jul 12

July 12, Sunday, 2 - 3:30 PM, NATURE ART AT THE MEETING HOUSE
Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org

Stop by the Arboretum's Meeting House and create art inspired by nature. We'll make animal track t-shirts (each participant should bring a plain colored t-shirt), sun print book marks, leaf prints and natural dyes. George Steele, Science Educator. $5/ person; $15/family.

Jul 12

Friends of the Nyacks 2009 Mostly Music Concerts Series

Mostly Music Concert Series In Memorial Park, Special for the Quadricentennial, Now on Sundays at 5:30pm. Enjoy free summer fun and great music while you view the mighty Hudson River ! Join us at our Mostly Music Concert series produced solely by Friends of the Nyacks. This year’s concerts will be held on Sunday afternoons in Memorial Park as part of the Quadricentennial Celebration. Bring the family, a picnic basket, a few lawn chairs and come to the park for a wonderful community summer event. Native American Celebration – Music and Dance; Special Guest Speaker Chief Macqua of the Ramapough Nation. Patrick Stanfield Jones Band – contemporary music and dance influenced by Native American Culture Exhibit – Lenape Long House built by local volunteers under the direction of Win Perry and The Nyack Historical Society http://www.friendsofthenyacks.org.

Jul 12

Town of Lumberland Cultural Series; Proudly Presents; Mary Ann Nilsson ~ Pianist, In a Piano Recital Entitled: “Discover the World of Classical Music”
Do you know WHY Bach and Beethoven Are great composers?
Sunday, July 12th * 3:00 p.m. Lumberland Town Hall 1054 Proctor Road, Glen Spey, NY. $5 Child / $10 Adult ~ Info: (845) 856-6372

Jul 12 - 26

Weekend of Chamber Music presents "The Russian Connection" July 12 to 26, marking its 16th summer music festival in the Catskills. We are very excited about this festival - 2 weeks, 10 events. Weekend of Chamber Music, http://WCMconcerts.org 845-782-7015

Jul 13

Old Chatham Quaker Meeting is showing “Victor Borge, One Hundred Years of Music and Laughter” Monday, July 13, 2009 at 7:00 PM, preceded by a potluck at 6:00 PM at the Powell House Quaker Conference and Retreat Center, 524 Pitt Hall Road off County Route 13, Old Chatham NY. A selection featuring Victor Borge’s funniest and most memorable skits. Borge always said that “…a smile is the shortest distance between people …” Recognized as one of the funniest performers the world has ever known, Borge fused one-liners, pratfalls, double-takes, and outrageous stage antics with pianistic mastery, creating a unique blend of comedy and music. Free and open to the public. For more information call 518-794-0259. For directions: http://www.oldchathamquakers.org

Jul 16

Thurs, July 16, from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. – West Point Foundry Preserve “THURSDAY MORNING RANGER HIKE,” Cold Spring, Putnam County – Join a Scenic Hudson ranger for an easy (0.5 mile) fact-filled interpretive walk along the ruins of the West Point Foundry. Contact: Anthony Coneski, 845 473 4440, ext. 273, http://www.scenichudson.org/events

Jul 16 - 19

Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival
July 16-19, 2009
Walsh Farm, Oak Hill, NY

Jul 17, 18

July 17,18, Friday/Saturday, 10 PM, PUBLIC STAR PARTY, Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org, Alan French and Albany Area Astronomers. Free admission and parking – but donations to aid the Arboretum are always welcomed.

Jul 17 - 19

34th Verkhovyna Ukrainian Festival, July 17 - 19, 2009 at the Vekhovyna-Mountain View Resort, 369 High Road (Rte 41),Glen Spey, NY. (845) 856-1105

Jul 17

July 17-Aug. 9
The Producers, Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s smash Broadway musical hit that won a record-breaking 12 Tony Awards will be presented by Up In One Productions July 17 through August 9 at The Center for Performing Arts in Rhinebeck, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets are $22 adults and $20 seniors and children (under 12 years old). Advance reservations are recommended at (845) 876-3080 or online at http://www.centerforperformingarts.org.

July 18

July 18 Four Saturday sessions: 9 AM - 11:30 AM, BOTANICAL DRAWING, Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org
This workshop is open to all levels of artistic experience. CDs containing all of the text materials and PowerPoint presentations will be distributed at the first session. Conducted by Tressa Vellozzi, Keyserkill Studios, Inc. For more information and artist portfolio, go to http://www.keyserkill.com, click on "Art Workshops", Location: Library. Members $45, non-members $60.

Jul 18

July 18, Saturday, 11 AM – 3 PM, GARDEN TOUR, Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org

Join us for an exploration of some very special gardens in the Burnt Hills/Scotia areas of New York State ’s extended Capital Region. Alone or by the carful, this Arboretum classic is a must event for gardeners and a civilized day on the road. Watch for details in early June on the Arboretum’s website. Always affordable. Always fun. Informative, and colorful to boot! This is a day you won’t want to miss.

Jul 18

July 18
Puss in Boots, 11 a.m. The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck. A walking cat? Impossible! Unless he’s wearing the magic boots in “Puss in Boots,” a puppet production by Michael Graham’s Spring Valley Puppet Theater! Tickets are $9/$7 in advance or $8/$6 at the door. 845-876-3080. http://www.centerforperformingarts.org

Jul 18

Presentation and Booksigning with Elizabeth Cunningham, Author of “Bright Dark Madonna”, Saturday, July 18, 6:30 p.m., Inquiring Minds, 6 Church Street, New Paltz, NY 12561, 845-255-8300, http://www.newpaltzbooks.com

Jul 18

The Hudson River Research Reserve and I FISH NY program continue their monthly fishing demonstrations at the Norrie Point Environmental Center
in Staatsburg, NY. This family-friendly program, open to all age groups free of charge, will be held on Saturday, July 18, from 2 pm until 4 pm. Staff members will lead seining and fishing activities while talking about the seasonal movements of fish in the Hudson River Estuary. Fishing the River” programs at Norrie Point will be offered once a month through October. For further information, please call (845) 889-4745 x 106, or contact Brittany Burgio at brburgio@gw.dec.state.ny.us. For directions to the Norrie Point Environmental Center, go to http://www.dec.ny.gov/lands/37889.html

Jul 18

Powell House Quaker Conference and Retreat Center, 524 Pitt Hall Road, Old Chatham, NY, is opening its doors to the public on July 18, 2009 10AM-9PM for a free celebration of the completion of the renovation of its Anna Curtis Center for Youth Conferences. There will be tours of the building, swimming, games, family activities and an evening bonfire, with lunch, snacks and dinner provided. To register, please email Chris Koster at: christine.koster@att.net or call 518-794-8811.

Jul 18

July 18: Haitian-born Fishkill author Yanique Beliard-Michel signs copies of "Lasting Impressions," 1-3 p.m. at Barnes & Noble Local Authors Day, 2518 South Rd., Pokp. Her novel portrays the journey of Haitian lovers trapped under dictatorship and Haitian social restrictions. To reserve your copy call Barnes & Noble, 845.485.2224. Free.

Jul 18

Free Palestine Vigil, 2:00 pm, Saturday, July 18, Ulster Plaza, 1177 Ulster Avenue, Kingston 12401, We will line up in the parking lot of Barnes and Noble Bookstore

Jul 18

on Saturday, July 18 at 8:30 p.m, (dusk) the entire community is invited to watch a feature movie on a outdoor movie screen. To kick off the summer, Handy Boys Enterprise from Lakeville CT would like to bring the community together with its first Movie under the Stars event.We would like to encourage you and your entire family and neighborhood to attend the Eddie Collins ball field in Millerton and set up your blankets and fold-out chairs to watch our movie,” . The intention is to have outdoor shows free to all guests, “We want to bring the community together this summer, we want families to be able to go out and have a fun night together, Handyboysent.com will show a movie on a giant outdoor screen and the festivities begin at dusk, (8:30 p.m.) “I think we were all impressed at the size of the giant movie screen. Guests who want to participate in community movie night only need to visit http://www.handyboysent.com or call 860-318-5557. LOCATION: Eddie Collins ball field between Millerton and Irondale along Route 22

Jul 18

July 18th, 5:30 pm Calling 7:00pm, Penny social will be held at the Wallkill fire department, Wallkill NY 12589. A 4 year old boy who has been diagnosed with Brain and spinal cancer. Please come to help support us in raising money for Gavin's treatments and financials for the family, this will be a night of "HOPE" We will have games and prizes for the children, food & refreshments, and several wonderful prizes for the penny social such as Gift baskets, gift certificates, and hand made craft items, and more.....If you would like to donate towards the penny social, please contact us at: hopeforgavin@yahoo.com

Jul 19

Friends of the Nyacks 2009 Mostly Music Concerts Series

Mostly Music Concert Series In Memorial Park, Special for the Quadricentennial, Now on Sundays at 5:30pm. Enjoy free summer fun and great music while you view the mighty Hudson River ! Join us at our Mostly Music Concert series produced solely by Friends of the Nyacks. This year’s concerts will be held on Sunday afternoons in Memorial Park as part of the Quadricentennial Celebration. Bring the family, a picnic basket, a few lawn chairs and come to the park for a wonderful community summer event. Dick Voigt & The Big Apple Jazz Band performing Dixieland Jazz – opening of Jazz Week in Nyack and rain location to be announced at http://www.friendsofthenyacks.org.

Jul 19

July 19, 1PM, Old Time German Day Picnic
German-American Club of Albany
32 Cherry Street, Albany
518.265.6102
http://www.timesunion.com/communities/gaca/

Jul 20

Monday nights, July 20-August 10 KINGSTON, Swing Dance Classes with Linda & Chester Freeman at ASK Arts Center, 97 Broadway, Kingston. Four-week series. 6:00-7:00 basic swing. 7:00 & 8:00 intermediate levels. No partner needed to attend. $60 for the series. Register online at www.got2lindy.com or call 845-236-3939.

Jul 22

Wednesday nights, July 22-August 12 HIGHLAND, Swing Dance Classes with Linda & Chester Freeman at Boughton Place, 150 Kisor Road, Highland. Four-week series. 6:00-7:00 basic swing. 7:00 & 8:00 intermediate levels. No partner needed to attend. $60 for the series. Register online at www.got2lindy.com or call 845-236-3939.

Jul 22 - 26

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

July 23 - Aug 2

Welcome to New York's 169th Orange County Family Fair, July 23rd - August 2nd 2009. http://www.orangecountyfair.com/

Jul 24

Friday, July 24, 7:30 PM, The Delaware Valley Opera presents Franz Lehar's comic opera "The Merry Widow", with some of the most famous and beautiful melodies of all time. Sung in English, fully staged and costumed with chamber orchestra conducted by Artistic Director Dr. Jim Blanton. Cast: Eileen Mackintosh as the Widow, Jody Weatherstone, Anthony and Christian Bowers. The Delaware Valley Opera, Tusten Theatre, 210 Bridge Street, Narrowsburg, NY 12764, (845) 252-7272, Sullivan County, Tickets: $25/ Seniors $22/Students $15. Email: info@dv-opera.org or visit: http://www.dv-Opera.org

July 25

July 25 - Four Saturday sessions: 9 AM - 11:30 AM, BOTANICAL DRAWING, Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org
This workshop is open to all levels of artistic experience. CDs containing all of the text materials and PowerPoint presentations will be distributed at the first session. Conducted by Tressa Vellozzi, Keyserkill Studios, Inc. For more information and artist portfolio, go to http://www.keyserkill.com, click on "Art Workshops". Location: Library. Members $45, non-members $60.

Jul 25

The Quadricentennial "Rumble in the Catskills" is a USA Sanctioned boxing event. Taking place Saturday July 25, 2009 at 7:00pm. The website with more details is http://www.rumbleinthecatskills.com

Jul 25

July 25, Saturday, 2 - 3:30 PM, POND ECOLOGY, Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org

The pond ecosystem is full of life. Join us as we explore who is who, what they do, how they grow and where they go in the pond environment. George Steele, Science Educator. $5/ person; $15/family..

Jul 25

Sat, July 25, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Esopus Meadows Preserve “ESOPUS QUADRICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION,” Esopus , Ulster County – Hike or paddle to the Esopus Meadows Water Trail site for scavenger hunts, quests, kayaking, live music and refreshments. Bring the family and a picnic lunch, and enjoy all this wonderful park has to offer. Contact: Anthony Coneski, 845 473 4440, ext. 273, http://www.scenichudson.org/events

Jul 25

July 25 & August 1
Rip Van Winkle, 11 a.m. The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck. No one will be caught napping as Washington Irving’s supernatural tale comes to vibrant life in this action-packed comedy that combines faithfulness to the original text with slapstick humor, hilarious dialogue and fascinating characters. Performed by Kids on Stage, The CENTER’s summer theater workshop program. Directed by Diana DiGrandi. Tickets are $9/$7 in advance or $8/$6 at the door. 845-876-3080. http://www.centerforperformingarts.org

Jul 26

The Ontario & Western Railway Historical Society invites you to join us for our Fourth Annual Middletown Railroad Day. July 26th 2009 from 10-5 at the Middletown Senior Center 62-70 West Main Street, Middletown NY.
Admission is Free but Donations to the Senior center are greatly appreciated. Our theme for this year will be the West Shore Railroad and its relationship to the O&W. Presentations include: "The West Shore and the O&W" by Bob Karig. "The West Shore Railroad and the Ontario Connection" Parts I & II, by Allan Seebach.

Jul 26

Sunday, July 26, 3:00 PM, The Delaware Valley Opera presents Franz Lehar's comic opera "The Merry Widow", with some of the most famous and beautiful melodies of all time. Sung in English, fully staged and costumed with chamber orchestra conducted by Artistic Director Dr. Jim Blanton. Cast: Eileen Mackintosh as the Widow, Jody Weatherstone, Anthony and Christian Bowers. The Delaware Valley Opera, Seelig Theatre, Sullivan County Community College, 112 College Street, Loch Sheldrake, NY, 12754, Sullivan County, Tickets: $25/ Seniors $22/Students $15. (845) 252-7272 visit: http://www.dv-Opera.org

Jul 26

Friends of the Nyacks 2009 Mostly Music Concerts Series
Mostly Music Concert Series In Memorial Park, Special for the Quadricentennial, Now on Sundays at 5:30pm. Enjoy free summer fun and great music while you view the mighty Hudson River ! Join us at our Mostly Music Concert series produced solely by Friends of the Nyacks. This year’s concerts will be held on Sunday afternoons in Memorial Park as part of the Quadricentennial Celebration. Bring the family, a picnic basket, a few lawn chairs and come to the park for a wonderful community summer event. Mayra Casales & the Coco Mamas – Hot Salsa and Latin Jazz http://www.friendsofthenyacks.org.

August 2009

Aug 1

The Elizaville Fire Co. Ladies Auxilliary is organizing a community yard sale August 1, 2009 from 8 am until 4 pm, rain or shine. Vendors are welcome to call Michele at 845-756-4215. Space is available at the Firehouse on County Route 19. Spaces are $10 without a table and $15 with a table. Refreshments will be available at the firehouse the day of the event and the Elizaville Methodist Church will be hosting a Chicken BBQ.

Aug 1

Aug 1 Four Saturday sessions: 9 AM - 11:30 AM, BOTANICAL DRAWING, Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org
This workshop is open to all levels of artistic experience. CDs containing all of the text materials and PowerPoint presentations will be distributed at the first session. Conducted by Tressa Vellozzi, Keyserkill Studios, Inc. For more information and artist portfolio, go to http://www.keyserkill.com, click on "Art Workshops",. Location: Library. Members $45, non-members $60.

Aug 1

August 1, Saturday, 1:00 – 3:00 PM (Rain date: Sunday, August 2), DRAGONFLIES AND DAMSELFLIES, Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org

Dragonflies love those hot summer days! You will learn what to look for, how to tell dragonflies from damselflies, how to recognize habitat preferences, and how to capture and identify using a field guide. We will walk around the various Arboretum ponds in different habitats and will capture, identify, and release these winged jewels. Leader: Anne Donnelly, official surveyor for the NYS Natural Heritage Program and Arboretum President. $5/ person; $15/ family.

Aug 1

New England Border Collie Rescue's 4th Annual Fund-raising event, Dog Dayz of Summer, will be held on Saturday, August 1st from 10 am-5 pm

It will be held at Sugarbush Farm 760 East Road, Stephentown, NY 12168 http://www.sugarbushfarm.net

Gate price: adults $10, kids 5-15 $2, under 5 FREE. This is a family event with dog sport demos, vendors, a huge canine themed raffle, lunch, doggie games and much more. We will be holding AGILITY RUN-THROUGHS for $3 per run starting at 8 am. We will offer CGC and TDI testing as well as microchipping. Bring your friendly leashed dogs of ANY breed to try some games, taste treats from our doggie bake sale or take a dip in the pond. All proceeds benefit New England Border Collie Rescue.

Contact Info: http://www.nebcr.org or e-mail info@nebcr.org or 800-760-1569

Aug 1

Saturday, Aug. 1, 7:30 PM, The Delaware Valley Opera presents Giacomo Puccini’s opera “La Bohème”, one of the most famous and heartwrenching scores in the operatic repertoire. In Italian, fully staged and costumed with chamber orchestra conducted by Artistic Director Dr. Jim Blanton. Cast: Julie Ziavras, Erik Sparks, Jeanne-Marie Lowell, Eric Barsness, Gustavo Morales and Mark Garguilo. The Delaware Valley Opera, Tusten Theatre, 210 Bridge Street, Narrowsburg, NY 12764, (845) 252-7272, Sullivan County, Tickets: $25/ Seniors $22/Students $15. visit: http://www.dv-Opera.org

Aug 1

SOFTBALL FOR A CURE Adult softball games with all proceeds going to JDRF
Greenville Town Park August 1,2009 (raindate August 2nd) 11am-5pm.
Register 6/23 or 7/11 at Greenville Public Library 10.00 Donation per single player, 15.00 donation for 2 adults from same family. Kids sign up to coach or to volunteer. National Guard will be bringing their Rock Climbing Wall. Face Painting, Temporary Tattoos and Games for the kids. 50/50 Raffle. Free Ice Pops for the kids. Concession Stand will be open for the purchase of food. Volunteers needed. Help find a cure for Type I Diabetes. For more information contact Lisa at 966-4853 or lisantom3@verizon.net

Aug 2

Sunday, Aug. 2, 3:00 PM, The Delaware Valley Opera presents Franz Lehar's comic opera "The Merry Widow", with some of the most famous and beautiful melodies of all time. Sung in English, fully staged and costumed with chamber orchestra conducted by Artistic Director Dr. Jim Blanton. Cast: Eileen Mackintosh as the Widow, Jody Weatherstone, Anthony and Christian Bowers. The Delaware Valley Opera, Tusten Theatre, 210 Bridge Street, Narrowsburg, NY 12764, (845) 252-7272, Sullivan County, Tickets: $25/ Seniors $22/Students $15. visit: http://www.dv-Opera.org

Aug 2

Friends of the Nyacks 2009 Mostly Music Concerts Series

Mostly Music Concert Series In Memorial Park, Special for the Quadricentennial, Now on Sundays at 5:30pm. Enjoy free summer fun and great music while you view the mighty Hudson River ! Join us at our Mostly Music Concert series produced solely by Friends of the Nyacks. This year’s concerts will be held on Sunday afternoons in Memorial Park as part of the Quadricentennial Celebration. Bring the family, a picnic basket, a few lawn chairs and come to the park for a wonderful community summer event. David Gonzales performing a piece with music – a special composition for the Quadricentennial Celebration http://www.friendsofthenyacks.org.

Aug 3-7

August 3 – 7 Clermont's Junior History Club, Session I ($110 per child, $95 per child for Friends of Clermont members) Get your child up close and personal with history at Clermont State Historic Site!; 9am – 2 pm; http://www.FriendsofClermont.org or call (518) 537-4240 for info

Aug 5

Wed, Aug 5, from 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. – Esty & Hellie Stowell Trailhead “MOONLIGHT HIKE,” Cornwall on Hudson , Orange County – Arrive at Storm King's open summit in time to enjoy a spectacular Hudson Valley sunset, then journey back down beneath a full moon. Contact: Anthony Coneski, 845 473 4440, ext. 273, http://www.scenichudson.org/events

Aug 6

Thursday, Aug. 6, 7:30 PM, The Delaware Valley Opera presents Giacomo Puccini’s opera “La Bohème”, one of the most famous and heartwrenching scores in the operatic repertoire. In Italian, fully staged and costumed with chamber orchestra conducted by Music Director Dr. Jim Blanton. Cast: Julie Ziavras, Erik Sparks, Jeanne-Marie Lowell, Eric Barsness, Gustavo Morales and Mark Garguilo. The Delaware Valley Opera, (845) 252-7272, Seelig Theatre, Sullivan County Community College, 112 College Street, Loch Sheldrake, NY, 12754, Sullivan County, Tickets: Adults $25/ Seniors $22/Students $15. visit: http://www.dv-Opera.org

Aug 7

Aug 7, 5PM, Schuetzenpark Biergarten OPEN
German-American Club of Albany
32 Cherry Street, Albany
518.265.6102
http://www.timesunion.com/communities/gaca/

Aug 7

FRIDAY 8/7/09 IMPROV COMEDY FUNDRAISER
The Valley Improv Group will create another all new, completely unscripted comedy performance: "Now with Lemon". (Nothing's preplanned but the title.) The VIG will take your suggestions on the spot and turn them in to an evening full of laughs!
No Scripts. No Rehearsal. No Kidding. This is a benefit show; all proceeds will go to Independent Living, Inc. Friday, August, 7th @ 7pm, curtain @ 7:30. The Green Room, 111 Broadway, Newburgh, NY. Advance Tickets: $10 each or $15 per couple. Tickets at the door: $20 each, $25 per coouple. All tickets tax deductible. Seating is Limited. For reservations call (845) 565-1162 x242 or email bjudge@myindependentliving.org. For more information, visit http://www.valleyimprovgroup.com.

Aug 8

August 8, Saturday, 2 - 3:30 PM, SEARCH FOR THE ARTHROPOD SQUAD, Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org

Who are the arthropods? Insects, spiders, centipedes and millipedes -- and the Arboretum is full of them. We'll search high and low to find these creepy crawlies and learn about who is who, what they do, how they grow and where they go. George Steele, Science Educator. $5/ person; $15/family.

Aug 8

Saturday, Aug. 8, 7:30 PM, The Delaware Valley Opera presents Franz Lehar's comic opera "The Merry Widow", with some of the most famous and beautiful melodies of all time. Sung in English, fully staged and costumed with chamber orchestra conducted by Artistic Director Dr. Jim Blanton. Cast: Eileen Mackintosh as the Widow, Jody Weatherstone, Anthony and Christian Bowers. The Delaware Valley Opera, Tusten Theatre, 210 Bridge Street, Narrowsburg, NY 12764, (845) 252-7272, Sullivan County, 7:30 PM, Tickets: $25/ Seniors $22/Students $15. visit: http://www.dv-Opera.org

Aug 8

Saturday, August 8, PORT EWEN Swing Dance, lesson and performance. Instructors Chester & Linda Freeman. 7-10pm. Admission includes lesson at 7pm and performance at 9pm. $10 admission, $6 students w/ID, children under 12 free. Reformed Church of Port Ewen, 160 Salem Street. No partner or experience necessary to attend. For more info visit www.got2lindy.com or call 845-236-3939.

Aug 8, 9

2009 Healthy Hudson Valley Expo, Saturday, August 8, 2009 10am - 7pm, Sunday, August 9, 2009 from 10am - 5pm, Contact name: Jim Marcotte
Contact phone: 845-471-2916, Contact email: jim@mcmexpos.com
Mid Hudson Civic Center, 14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Come see 100+ exhibitors from more than 50 different health and wellness related industries. This event will have everything you need for your mental, physical, social, financial, and medical wellness! We’ll have captivating speakers and presentations from all areas of the health, wellness, and beauty industries. Check out http://www.mcmexpos.com for more information and details!

Aug 8, 9

German Alps Festival, August 8 & 9, 2009
The Hunter Mountain German Alps festival has been entertaining Germans and non-Germans with excellent food, drink, German music and plenty of activities and entertainment for all.

Aug 8, 9

A two-day gathering and celebration to advance the causes of peace and love; August 8 and 9, 2009, in Woodstock, NY, in homage to the fortieth anniversary of the original Woodstock Festival. On these two days, we are asking communities around the world to join with us in making the statement that we, all the people of the world, can no longer tolerate war or the ravages of war; that we can no longer bear the physical and economic injustices which are both the causes and the results of war, from the Middle-East to Sri Lanka to Darfur to Sudan, Somalia, the Amazon, Iraq, Pakistan, and Afghanistan—every place where man causes harm to other men, women, and children. For more information email woodstockwalkforpeace@gmail.com

Aug 9

Friends of the Nyacks 2009 Mostly Music Concerts Series

Mostly Music Concert Series In Memorial Park, Special for the Quadricentennial, Now on Sundays at 5:30pm. Enjoy free summer fun and great music while you view the mighty Hudson River ! Join us at our Mostly Music Concert series produced solely by Friends of the Nyacks. This year’s concerts will be held on Sunday afternoons in Memorial Park as part of the Quadricentennial Celebration. Bring the family, a picnic basket, a few lawn chairs and come to the park for a wonderful community summer event. Musicmakers – Ageless Vocal Music of Yesteryear Frankie D & the Boys – Contemporary Rhythm & Blues plus. http://www.friendsofthenyacks.org.

Aug 10 - 14

August 10 – 14 Clermont's Junior History Club, Session I ($110 per child, $95 per child for Friends of Clermont members) Get your child up close and personal with history at Clermont State Historic Site!; 9am – 2 pm; www.FriendsofClermont.org or call (518) 537-4240 for info

Aug 14

Friday, Aug. 14, 7:30 PM, The Delaware Valley Opera presents Giacomo Puccini’s opera “La Bohème”, one of the most famous and heartwrenching scores in the operatic repertoire. In Italian, fully staged and costumed with chamber orchestra conducted by Artistic Director Dr. Jim Blanton. Cast: Julie Ziavras, Erik Sparks, Jeanne-Marie Lowell, Eric Barsness, Gustavo Morales and Mark Garguilo. The Delaware Valley Opera, Tusten Theatre, 210 Bridge Street, Narrowsburg, NY 12764, (845) 252-7272, Sullivan County, Tickets: $25/ Seniors $22/Students $15. visit: http://www.dv-Opera.org

Aug 14

Aug. 14-30
Up In One Productions will present Disney’s High School Musical Aug. 14-30 at The CENTER for Performing Arts in Rhinebeck, Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets are $22 adults and $20 seniors and children (under 12 years old). Advance reservations are recommended at (845) 876-3080 or online at http://www.centerforperformingarts.org

Aug 15

August 15th 2009 at the Mid Orange Correctional Facility, Q.W.L. Building 900 Kings Highway, Warwick N.Y.. Breakaway 2 is the second annual motorcycle run for Katelyn's Kause. Katelyn's Kause is a 501c3 non-profit charitable organization whose proceeds assist local families of children and teens battling cancer. Registration is from 9:00a.m. til 11:00a.m,, Kickstands up at 11:15. $40.00 per rider / $25.00 per passenger includes all you can eat and drink, Pig roast / Bar-B-Q. Live bands from 11:00a.m. til midnight. Texas Hold'em, Softball tournament, Raffles, Special guests and a prize for best looking bike.
For info: http://www.katelynskause.org or call Glenn at: 845-355-1673
breakaway@hvc.rr.com

Aug 15

August 15, Saturday, 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM, PROJECT WET, Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org

Project WET (Water Education for Teachers) is a collection of water-related activities that are hands-on, easy to use, and fun! Project WET explores the physical and chemical properties of water, water's impact on all life, our cultural and historic relationship to water, and issues relating to water use, conservation, pollution, and management. All participants receive a 500-page curriculum guide containing 91 activities. This workshop is appropriate for formal and informal educators of students grades K-12. $20/participant. To register, call the Wildlife Learning Company, 607-293-6043.

Aug 15

The Hudson River Research Reserve and I FISH NY program continue their
monthly fishing demonstrations at the Norrie Point Environmental Center
in Staatsburg, NY. This family-friendly program, open to all age groups free of charge, will be held on Saturday, August 15, from 3 pm until 5 pm. Staff members will lead seining and fishing activities while talking about the seasonal movements of fish in the Hudson River Estuary. Fishing the River” programs at Norrie Point will be offered once a month through October. For further information, please call (845) 889-4745 x 106, or contact Brittany Burgio at brburgio@gw.dec.state.ny.us. For directions to the Norrie Point Environmental Center, go to http://www.dec.ny.gov/lands/37889.html

Aug 16

Sunday, Aug. 16, 3:00 PM, The Delaware Valley Opera presents Giacomo Puccini’s opera “La Bohème”, one of the most famous and heartwrenching scores in the operatic repertoire. In Italian, fully staged and costumed with chamber orchestra conducted by Artistic Director Dr. Jim Blanton. Cast: Julie Ziavras, Erik Sparks, Jeanne-Marie Lowell, Eric Barsness, Gustavo Morales and Mark Garguilo. The Delaware Valley Opera, Tusten Theatre, 210 Bridge Street, Narrowsburg, NY 12764, (845) 252-7272, Sullivan County, Tickets: $25/ Seniors $22/Students $15. visit: http://www.dv-Opera.org

Aug 16

Friends of the Nyacks 2009 Mostly Music Concerts Series

Mostly Music Concert Series In Memorial Park, Special for the Quadricentennial, Now on Sundays at 5:30pm. Enjoy free summer fun and great music while you view the mighty Hudson River ! Join us at our Mostly Music Concert series produced solely by Friends of the Nyacks. This year’s concerts will be held on Sunday afternoons in Memorial Park as part of the Quadricentennial Celebration. Bring the family, a picnic basket, a few lawn chairs and come to the park for a wonderful community summer event. Pirell, Jones, Mastranda and Dagistino performing Sounds of the Beatles International Generation – Reggae Music. http://www.friendsofthenyacks.org.

Aug 17

Please join us!!! Monday, August 17th, 2009 and our honored guests the Wounded Warrior’s for our very “first” Annual Golf Tournament! Event: Patriot Hills of New York Golf Tournament (Wounded Warriors to play in the morning; public at 1:00pm) When: Monday, August 17, 2009, Where: Pine Haven Golf Resort, Guilderland, NY. All proceeds to benefit Patriot Hills of NY, Inc. (http://www.patriothillsofny.com) in their efforts “To bring it Forward” for our veterans, soldiers and their families!! Need more information? PatriotHillsofNY@gmail.com

Aug 18

August 18, Tuesday
CLUB MEETING (Meeting House) at 7:30 PM; PUBLIC STAR PARTY at 9:30 PM
Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org

Aug 21, 22

August 21/22, Friday/Saturday, 9:30 PM, PUBLIC STAR PARTY, Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org
Alan French and Albany Area Astronomers. Free admission and parking – but donations to aid the Arboretum are always welcomed.

Aug 22 - 23

Eurasia Arts Festival, August 22 - 23, 2009

http://www.EurasiaDance.org

Aug 23

Aug 23, 1PM, German Summerfest, German-American Club of Albany, 32 Cherry Street, Albany, 518.265.6102 http://www.timesunion.com/communities/gaca/

Aug 23

2nd Annual Chamber Music Concert, August 23rd 3:00 PM, Silver Stream Winery
Monroe, New York, www.SilverStreamWinery.com, 845-783-8660
Tickets $5.00 in advance. $6.00 at the door. Includes Wine tasting, finger food and concert.

Aug 23 - 30

The Dutchess County Fair, August 25 - 30, 2009

Aug 27 - Sep 7

New York State Fair, Syracuse, NY
The Fair is a twelve day event showcasing New York State's agriculture, entertainment, education, industry, and technology. There are more than 200 acres of animals, exhibits and displays. You'll find top notch entertainment, rides and, course, the best in fair food. Over one million people visited the fair last year. The 2009 New York State Fair will run from August 27 - September 7, 2009.

Aug 29

August 29, Saturday, 9 - 10:30 PM, SOUNDS OF SUMMER NIGHT WALK, Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org

Katydids, crickets, frogs, owls, and maybe even coyotes, join in the summer night time chorus. We’ll make use of our sense of hearing and fine tune our night vision to find these night time inhabitants of the Arboretum’s forests and fields. George Steele, Science Educator. $5/ person; $15/family..

September 2009

Sep 4

Sept 4, 5PM, Schuetzenpark Biergarten OPEN, German-American, Club of Albany
32 Cherry Street, Albany, 518.265.6102, http://www.timesunion.com/communities/gaca/

Sep 7

Labor Day

Sep 11, 12

September 11/12, Friday/Saturday, 8:30 PM, PUBLIC STAR PARTY
Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org
Alan French and Albany Area Astronomers. Free admission and parking – but donations to aid the Arboretum are always welcomed. See March 27/28 for details.

Sep 12

September 12, Saturday, 2 – 3 PM
WHITETAILED DEER: A NATURAL AND CULTURAL HISTORY
Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org
Learn about the largest herbivore of our fields and forest. We will look at its biology and ecology and how it has been used by people from earliest time to the present. A short nature walk looking for evidence of deer will be part of the program. George Steele, Science Educator. $5/ person; $15/family.

Sep 13 -18

September 14-18, Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM, PLANT SALE SET-UP
Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org
Volunteers are needed during the week prior to sale. Please call the arboretum at 518/875-6935 and for specifics. Lunch provided! Workers and bakers are also needed for plant sale weekend.

Sep 18 - 20

*Gansevoort, NY*- The Second Annual Wounded Warrior Fall Family Camping Retreat is planned for Friday September 18th - Sunday September 20th at Moreau Lake State Park. A special event hosted by STRIDE Adaptive Sports piloted the program last year. Due to its colossal success, STRIDE is currently searching for locally based Wounded Warriors who would be interested in participating this year, particularly service members who were injured serving with the National Guard or Reserves.

This unique experience will not only be an enjoyable camping retreat, but serves a dual purpose for therapeutic collaboration between service members who have sustained injuries and/or disabilities to mentor a youth athlete who also has special needs. Each Wounded Warrior will voluntarily mentor a STRIDE youth athlete with a similar disability for camp activities in a weekend of learning together. They will be introduced as email ‘pen-pals’ before camping together.

Weekend activities will include kayaking, swimming, canoeing, archery and whitewater rafting. Meals, general camping gear, gifts and assistance in transportation costs will be provided for all of our participants. STRIDE has been hosting Wounded Warrior winter events for the past four years teaching skiing and snowboarding at Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort in MA, but camping trips are something STRIDE knows well. For more than 20 years, STRIDE has been taking children with special needs camping in the woods of New York State Parks. Due to overwhelming support from the community and the growing population of service members returning from deployment with permanent injuries, this type of camping event is notably needed.

Donations to assist with the expenses for this event are being accepted.More information on this event as well as other STRIDE events can be located on the web at: www.stride.org <http://www.stride.org/>

Sep 19

September 19, Saturday, 5 K RUN, Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY;
Capital Region runners of all ages and levels of proficiency will have the opportunity to run and compete while enjoying spectacular views of the Schoharie region countryside at this Arboretum classic. The cross country course traverses many notable sites at Landis – including the Pioneer and Woodland trails, the 400-year-old iconographic Great Oak, symbol of the Arboretum, the Fred Lape Memorial stone, and the beautiful Van Loveland Gardens. Awards: Male/Female—Top in each age group: Under 15, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+.

KINTZ PLASTICS of Howe Cave will be the primary sponsor of the 5K event. Members of the Albany Running Exchange will provide the expertise and oversight to insure success for the race.

Race Day Registration: 8:30-9:30 AM. Free tee-shirts to the first 50 people registered. Race start: 10 AM on the Meeting House lawn. Tot Trot: 11 AM.
Refreshments and tee-shirts will be available at the Meeting House after the race. All proceeds to benefit Landis, the Capital Region’s Arboretum.
The race will be held concurrent with the Landis signature Fall Plant and Book Sale. For more information–including registration fees and forms visit http://www.landisarboretum.org

Sep 19, 20

September 19 and 20, Saturday and Sunday, 10 AM – 4 PM, ANNUAL FALL PLANT/BOOK SALE
Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org
Out of the ordinary trees, shrubs and perennials. Bake sale on both days. Volunteers always needed and welcomed. Free admission and free parking.

Sep 20

September 20, Sunday, 2 - 3:30 PM, BIRD FEEDER WORKSHOP
Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org
Get ready for your wild winter bird guests with a workshop on bird feeding. We'll make a variety of bird feeders, learn about feeder set-up and how to identify our visitors. Bring three identical, plastic, sports drink or juice containers to make a nifty bird feeder. George Steele, Science Educator. $5/ person; $15/family.

Sep 21

First Day of Autumn

Sep 25, 26

2009 Hudson Valley Home Expo, Saturday, September 26, 2009 10am - 7pm
Sunday, September 27, 2009 from 10am - 5pm, Contact name: Jim Marcotte
Contact phone: 845-471-2916, Contact email: jim@mcmexpos.com
Mid Hudson Civic Center, 14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
You’ve seen the rest. Now come to the best. Meet with local leaders in the landscaping, painting, paving, and building industries. Guest speakers and demonstrators will be broadcast on our massive video projection screens and posted on our website after the show so that you can reference back in case you missed something. Check out http://www.mcmexpos.com for more information and details!

Sep 27

The Bergen Bassmasters Presents, The Hudson River Challenge, Open Bass Tournament, To Benefit The USO of Metropolitan New York, Catskill, NY Sept 27, 2009.
Boat/Livewell check 5:00 to 6:30 AM SIX bass limit per boat Six ounce penalty for each bass not released alive. For Special Lunker Awards, live release is mandatory. Boat numbers assigned as applications are received. Make $200 entry fee check payable to the Bergen Bassmasters. Early registration checks and applications must be received before Sept 10, 2009. Late registration will be accepted at ramp in cash only. Questions? Call Nick Albano (H) 201-751-5190 or Bob Murphy (C) 201-803-4828 http://www.bergenbassmasters.com/HudsonRvChallengeFinal3-2.pdf

October 2009

In October 2009
THE BURNING OF KINGSTON. Kingston reenacts the city's burning by the British who leveled the city in October 1777 during the Revolutionary War. The whole city participates from the battle on Kingston’s shores to clashes in the uptown Stockade district. 800-331-1518 / 845-246-6305.

Oct 2

The final field was selected by the International Olympic Commit The big four -- Chicago, Madrid, Tokyo and Rio. The finalists now advance to a 16-month race that will culminate on Oct. 2, 2009, with a secret ballot by the full IOC at its session in Copenhagen, Denmark

Oct 3

October 3, Saturday, 3 – 9 PM, LAPE DAY CELEBRATION and VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION PARTY,
Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org
Fred Lape, a musician, poet, English professor, and writer, established the Arboretum in 1951. This year we will celebrate his 109th birthday! The annual Lape Day ritual serves as an open-call to artists, poets, writers, crafters, and musicians of all kinds. Performance time will be allotted within the day’s informal and flexible agenda. At twilight we will honor the scores of volunteers who are the heart of the Arboretum. The Arboretum’s vast dark, starlit sky will provide a natural closure to the events of the day. Be there as the fading embers of the ritual moonlit campfire and the whispered final strains of music cap a perfect day. Participants are asked to bring lawn chairs and blankets, comfortable shoes, and bug spray. Refreshments will be sold. No rain date is scheduled. Admission and parking are free. Suggested donations of $5 person, $15 family are strongly encouraged to support Landis. Sign up early for a day you won’t soon forget. 518-875-6925.

Oct 3 & 4

All Are Welcome! Be ye Sailor, Scalawag, Smuggler, or Landlubber you can set your course to experience the Hudson River Quadricenntinal in a fashion that will bring excitement to your heart and a smile on your face! You and your family will enjoy an atmosphere of wholesome entertainment, fun filled events, historical reenactments, and much more! The Hudson River Pirate Festival is based upon the experiences of William Kidd and the 400 year history of the Hudson River. If you look at the photograph above you can view the Festival location on the peninsula that jutts out into the Hudson. For more info or to be a part of it all...

Oct 3, 4

Oktoberfest, Oct 3-4 & Oct 10-11, 2009
October is the time of the harvest, and in the old country, after the harvest is in, it's time for celebration. Join us in celebrating Oktoberfest, in the finest old-world tradition. More information

Oct 16, 17

October 16/17, Friday/ Saturday, 8 PM, PUBLIC STAR PARTY
Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org
Alan French and Albany Area Astronomers. Free admission and parking – but donations to aid the Arboretum are always welcomed.

Oct 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31

October 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31

Legends by Candlelight Spook Tours: Candlelight tours of Clermont State Historic Site's historic mansion and grounds; ghosts and spooks of the museum’s history. Tours at 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, and 7:30 pm ($8 per adult, $5 per child, all Friends of Clermont $3, reservations strongly encouraged); www.FriendsofClermont.org or call (518) 537-4240 for info

Oct 17

Oct 17, 5PM, Oktoberfest, German-American Club of Albany, 32 Cherry Street, Albany, 518.265.6102 http://www.timesunion.com/communities/gaca/

Oct 17

October 17, Saturday, 2 - 3:30 PM, FALL FOLIAGE NATURE WALK
Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org
Enjoy a walk along the Arboretum’s trails exploring the fall ecosystem and enjoying the changing foliage and learn about how plants and animals are preparing for winter. George Steele, Science Educator. $5/ person; $15/family.

Oct 23 - 25

October 23, 24 &25

Friday 6-7:30 Meet & Greet Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, wine tasting 7:30-9:00 Gourmet Chocolate/Wine Buffet Dinner presented by Executive Chef Michael Tully. Finished off with a Delectable Chocolate Dessert Buffet Sat 10:00-8:00pm. Assorted Wine, Chocolate, Beer, Tastings, Chocolate-Chili Cook-off, Demonstrations, Events, Competitions & more!! Sun 10:00-2:00 Chocolate Brunch.
The location of the event is The Hudson Valley Resort & Spa in Kerhonkson, NY. Everything is coinciding with the wine and chocolate theme so it's all about pairing, even the beer is paired! I'm sooo excited about this event. Some of the proceeds from this event go to benefit Make A Wish Foundation. http://www.hudsonvalleywineandchocolatefestival.com/

October 30, Friday, 7 - 8:30 PM, FULL MOON HALLOWEEN OWL PROWL
Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY; http://www.landisarboretum.org
Join us as we prowl the Arboretum’s woods listening for owls. We'll start in the Meeting House with a talk on owls and their behavior. Then it's into the woods to listen and, if we're lucky, look at owls. George Steele, Science Educator. $5/ person; $15/family.

Oct 31

Halloween (Saturday)

November 2009

Nov 1

Daylight time ends on November 1.

Nov 11

Faces of the fallen by The Washington Post

Nov 26

Thanksgiving Day

December 2009

Dec 13

December 13 Candlelight Tours of Clermont State Historic Site: See the museum exquisitely decorated for the holidays; Roaring fire lit at 3 pm; last tour leaves at 5:30 ($5 adults/$4 seniors; children under 12 free); www.FriendsofClermont.org or call (518) 537-4240 for info

Dec 21

Fisrt day of winter

Dec 25

Chrismas (Friday)

January 2010

Jan 19

Bear Systems Holiday

Jan 29

Bear Systems Holiday

Feburary 2010

Feb 12 - 28

VANCOUVER 2010, XXI Olympic Winter Games From the 12th to 28th February 2010, Cananda

March 2010

Mar 12 - 14

Connecticut & New York Quilt Shops present Road Trip 2010!
Make plans to join us March 12, 13, 14, 2010, 9:30-5:30 Friday, Saturday, 12:-5:00 Sunday. For a Road Trip like no other! Make pit stops at 6 of your favorite quilt shops for demos and snacks! Register to win hourly raffle prizes & more! Ask you local quilt shop for car pool information! http://www.ctnyquiltshops.com/