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2010 ON-GOING
EVENTS:
First Saturdays Kingston Art Receptions. Held throughout Kingston in various galleries.
Arts Society of Kingston (A.S.K.); 5pm-8pm; 338-0331; www.askforarts.org
2nd Saturdays
@ AIR: Acoustic
Artists Coalition & Art Party. Music, food and art. $10 per person. Admission
includes munchies, coffee, tea, juice & seltzer
(BYOB). 71 O'Neil St., Kingston; 8pm-11pm;
Contact Jim Marzano; 331-2662; ;
AirStudio@aol.com www.airstudiogallery.com
3rd Saturdays Phoenicia Art Openings.
Bring a dish, it's a pot-luck affair and we don't
run out of wine. Art Upstairs and
Cabane Studios, Phoenicia; 6pm-10pm;
info@artsupstairs.com
Third Saturdays Arts Along Main Street, Catskill - “Saturday Studios”. Cultural hobnobbing at its best. Learn something about art, meet a friend, see new work, mix and mingle, and make it a great evening! 5pm-8pm; (518) 943-0380; www.mgallery-online.com
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2010 MONTHLY EVENTS:
JANUARY 2010
9 Woodstock Poetry Society and Festival. A Woodstock Second Saturday event featuring Poets Bruce Weber and Laurie Byro . Woodstock Town Hall, 76 Tinker Street Road, Woodstock; 2pm; For info contact pprod@mindspring.com www.woodstockpoetry.com
9 Kairos Winter 2010 Concert. The Reformed Church of New Paltz, 92 Huguenot Street, New Paltz; 8pm; 255-6340; NPREFORMEDCHURCH@hvc.rr.com
16 Hudson Valley Rail Trail Winterfest. Wagon rides, chili contest, ice carving demo, Snow Shoeing and Cross County skiing (bring your own snow shoes and ski's), marshmallow roasting and more. $2 per person 6 years old and up. Rail Trail Depot, 101 New Paltz Road, Highland; 11am-2pm; 691-8151; www.hudsonvalleyrailtrail.net
16 Winter Festival at Hasbrouck Park. Learn to snowshoe, make snow sculptures, mulch your Christmas tree and more. Sponsored by Forsyth Nature Center; Kingston; 10am-2pm; 331-1682; www.forsythnaturecenter.org
17 13th Annual Shandaken Primitive Biathlon. Competitions in target shooting with black powder muzzle loaders, tomahawk and knife throwing, and sharp shooting. Upper Esopus Fish and Game Club, Oliverea; Sign in will begin at 8am and end at noon. Varied starts begin at 9:30am. For information call Larry at 331-5201 or email hughly669@aol.com www.shandakenprimitivebiathlon.com
17 Woodstock's 20th Annual Birthday Tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr. From Montgomery to Woodstock Speaking Out Against War. Woodstock Community Center, Rock City Road, Woodstock; 2pm; 679-7320.
18 UlsterCorps Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Open House + Winter Wish List Drive. Please join us for a special National Service Day Open House at our new Storefront for Service in Rosendale. Stop by to meet others dedicated to serving our community and learn about upcoming events, long and short term volunteer opportunities best suited to your availability, interests and skillsets, and how you can help. If possible please bring an item from the wish lists posted our website. UlsterCorps, 292 Main Street, Rosendale; 481-0331; www.ulstercorps.org
18 Ulster County Multi-Service Center's 17th Annual MLK Luncheon" honoring "Heroes in our Backyard". Benefit for the Kings's Kids Community Organization; $40. Please call for reservation. Hillside Manor, Route 32, Kingston; 11:30am; 331-7763.
18 "School's Out Winter Fun Day". Banish your kid's cabin fever. Treat them to guided snowshoe treks featuring tips on building snow caves and Native American fires. They also can make snow globes, skate on a secluded pool and try out Hammerhead sleds and Tubbs Snowshoes (courtesy of Mountain Tops Outdoors). Esopus Meadows Preserve, River Road, Esopus; 10am-2pm; Contact Anthony Coneski at 473 4440 Ext. 273; www.scenichudson.org/events
18 Journey to Freedom Benefit Concert for Save Them Now. Special guest Pete Seeger joins Kim & Reggie Harris, Rabbi Jonathan Klinger, the Vanaver Caravan and others at a concert benefiting Save Them Now, a re-entry program for men returning to Ulster County from incarceration or long term drug treatment programs. $10 suggested donation. Point of Praise Family Life Center, 243 Hurley Ave., Kingston; 3pm-5pm; 339-4615; www.pointofpraise.org
22 "Show You Care" Dinner Auction. Benefit for The Queens Galley. Ship To Shore & Mezzanine Antiques present an evening of fine dining & tableside auction at Ship to Shore. Enjoy a five course chef's tasting menu paired with five select wines for only $50 person, and in between courses have fun bidding on auctions of fine and vintage antiques & collectibles. Reservations are recommended. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Queens Galley Soup Kitchen. 15 West Strand, Kingston; 334-8887; www.shiptoshorehudsonvalley.com
23 Kids Winter Carnival and Torch Light Parade. Carnival from noon-3pm, Pizza Party at the Overlook Lodge Garden Room, 4:30-5:30pm, Torch Light parade at 5:45pm on Lower Yahoo Trail; Belleayre Mountain; Highmount; 254-5601; www.belleayre.com
25 7th Annual "Taste of the Town". Featuring the culinary delights from the region's best restaurants. This year's theme is "Murder on the Mountain," a murder mystery dinner at the Discovery Lodge. Tickets are $30 and include a Buy One, Get One lift ticket. Sponsored by Belleayre Region Lodging and Tourism Association. Belleayre Mountain, Highmount; 6pm; For ticket information, call 254-5600, ext. 1361; www.belleayre.com
30 Annual Snowball Dinner and Dance. Benefit for the Belleayre Conservatory which sponsors the popular summer music festival on the mountain. This year honors the A. Lindsay and Olive B. O'Connor Foundation for improving the quality of life in the Catskills for more than 40 years. Belleayre Mountain, Highmount; Tickets are available by contacting Donald Myers at 254-5600 ext. 1361; www.belleayre.com
30 Winter Fest 2010: The Golden Age of Radio. A benefit evening of classical radio shows. $15 /single, $25 /couple. Kleinert/James Gallery, 34 Tinker Street, Woodstock; hor's d'oeuvres at 7pm, show at 8pm; Reservations 679-7900; www.performinigartsofwoodstock.com
31 17th Annual Pancake Breakfast. Adults $5, children $3. Tickets are available now and at the door. Hosted by the Youth Choir. Reformed Church, Huguenot Street, New Paltz; First Seating is at 7:30am and the last at 9:15am; Please call 255-6340 for more information.
31 A Music & Cartoon Bash with Dog on Fleas & Looney Tunes. Benefit for the Rosendale Theatre Collective. Inspiring music for children (and their caregivers)! Kids Free, adults $10 (Children must be accompanied by an adult). Hosted by RTC in partnership with Children’s Media Project; The Rosendale Theatre, Main Street, Rosendale; 2pm-3:30pm; www.rosendaletheatre.org
31 Winter Festival. The High Falls Civic Association's Winter Social featuring a warm and toasty bonfire. Come roast marshmallows with old friends and new. If the weather permits, bring your skates and take a whirl around the pond. Free. Horwitz Pond at the corner of Mohonk & Canal Roads, High Falls; 1pm-3pm; www.highfallscivic.org
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FEBRUARY 2010
5, 6, 7 Ashokan Winter Fest. Participate in activities such as maple sugaring, ice skating, snow tubing, colonial crafts, and a walk to 75 ft frozen waterfalls. Workshops on team building initiatives, astronomy, primitive skills, nature history hikes, etc. A variety of packages to choose from: $45 (limited times & activities) to $140 (all-inclusive). Register by January 22. Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olive Bridge; 657-8333; www.ashokancenter.org
6 New Paltz Winter Carnival. Bonfire and s'mores! Winter activities will be offered as well as refreshments. Check the website for specific activities planned. New Paltz Sports and Recreation Park; noon-4pm; 255-3631; www.townofnewpaltz.org recreation@www.townofnewpaltz.org
6 (Snow date February 7 at 4pm) Dancefest 2010! The 19th annual event brings together some of the finest dance schools in the Hudson Valley. New Paltz High School, South Putt Corners Rd, New Paltz; 7pm-10pm; 256-9300; www.vanavercaravan.org
6 (Snow date February 7) 2010 Science Olympiad at SUNY Ulster. Annual science competition of teams for area high schools. Students tackle projects geology, oceanography, ecology, forensics, health, robotic and other sciences. Free and open to the public. Vanderlyn Hall, Stone Ridge Campus; 8am; Awards Ceremony 3:30pm; Contact Ted Skaar at 687-5173; skaart@sunyulster.edu
12, 13,14,15 Woodstock Writers Festival. Join acclaimed authors in this "Celebration of the Memoir." Writers will read and readers will write during four days of romancing great books! Workshops, fetes, readings and panels, moveable feasts and more. Special guests include Susan Orlean (The Orchid Thief, Lazy Little Loafers) and Julie Powell (Julie and Julia, Cleaving). For schedule of events, locations and registration: www.woodstockwritersfestival.org
13 Sweetheart Craft Show. Local crafters and artisans have come together for a Valentine's Day sale. Portion of proceeds to benefit the Town of Esopus Library. 128 Canal St., Port Ewen; 10am-4pm; For info contact Paul Rinaldi of Hands on Carpentry at 656-9702 or handsoncarpentry@gmail.com
13 Saugerties Art Lab 3rd Annual Mardi Gras Celebration. The Cajun band, Cleoma's Ghost will perform. Masks, face painting, and dishing out delicious food from local restaurants. All proceeds support Art Lab. $10 adult, $5 child. Saugerties Senior Citizen Center, 207 Market Street, Saugerties; 2pm-5pm; 246-5577; or www.saugertiesartlab.com
13 WinterFest: A Fundraiser for the Rosendale Street Festival. A day of great music to help support the 2010 festival! Also featured will be great food and a raffle featuring the best items from our local supporters. Schedule: 12pm Ratboy Jr., 1pm Fuzzy Lollipop, 2pm Kurt Henry, 3pm Sax Life, 4pm Kingston High School Big Band, 5pm Sabor Con Colour, 6pm David Kraai and The Saddle Tramps, 7pm Uncle Funk, 8pm Joey Eppard, 9pm Voodelic. Suggested donation is $10 per person or per family. Rosendale Recreation Center, 1055 Route 32, Rosendale; noon-10pm; 943-6497; www.RosendaleStreetFestival.org
13 (Snow date February 20) The 6th Annual Ground Hog's Ball. Benefit for The Caring Hands Soup Kitchen. Buffet Dinner with music by Glory Road. A suggested $20.00 tax deduct able donation. The Clinton Avenue United Methodist Church, 122 Clinton Ave., Kingston; 7pm-10pm; For further Information call the church office at 331-7188 Monday–Friday between the hours of 9am–2pm.
13 (Snow Date February 20) Valentine’s Day Concert by MacCana. Benefit for The Children’s Home of Kingston. Come enjoy the lively music and banter with the Irish brothers band. $20. Miller School, 65 Fording Place Rd., Lake Katrine; 7pm-10pm; For ticket sales please contact Patti Habersaat at 331-1448 ext.1155.
14 Town of Rosendale Youth Program Valentines Dance with DJ Jay. All ages, free admission. Rosendale Community Center, 1055 Rt. 32, Rosendale, 5pm-8pm; 658-8982.
25 Women & Wine. Come and celebrate an evening of sisterhood and spirits! Show your support for the YWCA and enjoy fine wine, fabulous food and incredible art. $25 per person. Hosted by The YWCA of Ulster County and The Art Society of Kingston. ASK Arts Center, 97 Broadway, Kingston; 6pm-9pm; Contact Nadine Ferraro @ the YWCA for more information or to make reservation 338-6844 ext. 102.
27 13th Annual Chili Bowl Fiesta. Free chili from area restaurants with purchase of handmade bowls and tumblers. Early admission, $5; free admission after 4pm. Rosendale Recreation Center, Route 32; 2pm-4pm; 658-9133; www.wsworkshop.org
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MARCH 2010
6 Ashokan Maple Fest. A maple fun experience in an old-time setting. Learn the History. Tap a tree. Take the taste test. Learn how to"backyard boil". Hands-on colonial crafts in our woodstove-warmed craftshops: Tinsmithing, Blacksmithing, and Broommaking. Adults $5, under 10 $3, under 5 free. Group rates available. The Ashokan Center, Olivebridge; 11am-5pm; Call 657-8333; www.AshokanCenter.org
6, 20 Maple Sugaring Day. Spring means Maple Sugaring at the Forsyth Nature Center. Come and visit our sap house to learn the maple sugaring process from start to finish. This program is free and open to all. Forsyth Nature Center, Lucas Ave, Kingston; 11am; To register call 331-1682, ext 132; www.forsythnaturecenter.org
7 Brooks Chicken BBQ. Help support Olive Fire Department. $12 per Dinner, $11 seniors. Reservations highly recommended. Shokan Fire House, Rt 28; Shokan; 3pm-6pm; call Ralph at 464-4240; www.oliveusarestoration.org
12, 13, 14 5th Annual Goddess Festival. Three days of peace, love and a celebration of The Goddess all benefiting Ulster County's Battered Women's Shelter. Art Exhibit Reception Opening on Friday 5pm. Photosensualis, 15 Rock City Rd, Woodstock; Colony Cafe, 22 Rock City Rd, Woodstock; Friday and Saturday 8pm-11pm; 246-1625; www.familyofwoodstockinc.org
14 22nd Annual Shamrock Run. A 2 mile run to benefit Caring Hands Soup Kitchen. Parade and Post-race party at the Rondout Neighborhood Center following run. Entry fee: prior to March 1st: $10, after March 1st: $15. From Academy Green to the foot of Broadway. Check in across from Academy Green at Gov. Clinton Apartments, 1 Albany Ave., Kingston; Registration 10:30am-12:30pm; Run starts 12:50pm sharp; For registration/info contact 340-0001 or www.shamrockrunners.org
14 Kingston St. Patrick's Parade. Parade kicks off from the Kingston Plaza and proceeds down Broadway to the Rondout Creek waterfront district in Kingston. Numerous bands, floats and community organizations celebrate the "wearing of the green" at this annual fun-filled Irish celebration. Sponsored by Ancient Order of Hibernians Fr. Con. 1pm-4pm; 338-6622; events@ulsteraoh.com www.ulsteraoh.com
14 Annual Kids Day in the Sugar Bush. A perfect view into the long-time farm venture of maple sugaring. Ages 4 and up are welcome. This program includes an easy, 1-mile hike. Reservations are required; sign up begins 2/22/10. Call 845-255-0919 for reservations and meeting location. There is a materials fee of $5 per person and non-members pay an additional $10 day use fee. Mohonk Preserve, New Paltz; 1pm-3pm; 255-0919; www.mohonkpreserve.org
20 The Pine Hill Arms Annual Triathlon Race. 2.5 mile ski run, 10 mile bike ride, and 5 mile run. Registration is $50 per individual if you pre-register and $55 per individual if you register the day of the race. Visit website for registration documents. End of season party to follow race. Belleayre Mountain, Highmount; Racers must be registered by 11:30am, race begins promptly at 1:30pm; 254-4012; www.pinehillarms.com
20 Maple Sugaring Day. Spring means Maple Sugaring at the Forsyth Nature Center. Come and visit our sap house to learn the maple sugaring process from start to finish. This program is free and open to all. Forsyth Nature Center, Lucas Ave, Kingston; 11am; To register call 331-1682, ext 132; www.forsythnaturecenter.org
20, 21 Maple Tour with the Catskill Forest Association. See how the entire process is done. And 3 small-scale sugaring operations so you can better understand how to start your own. Snack & drinks provided. $10 CFA members/$15 non-members. Pre-registration is required. Catskill Forest Association, 43469 Route 28, Arkville; 10am-2pm; For registration/info contact Michele at 586-3054; www.catskillforest.org
20, 21 Lions Club of Kingston Annual Expo and Home Show. Check out many business all under one roof at the annual home show. Hudson Valley Mall, Kingston; Sat 10am-6pm and Sun 11am-6pm. Las Vegas Nite Saturday 9pm to Midnite. For info contact Dorry Dabney at 594-1406, lionsexpo@gmail.com
28 Hudson Valley Hunger Banquet. Few experiences bring to life the inequalities in our world more powerfully than an Oxfam Hunger Banquet event that allows participants to experience firsthand how our decisions affect others in the world. Event guests draw tickets at random assigning them to 3 income tiers. The high-income tier are served a sumptous meal catered by chef Samir Srichi of Ship to Shore; those in the middle-income tier will dine on an offering from the Kingston Consolidated school lunch menu; and the low-income tier help themselves to small portions of rice and water. Benefit for the following organizations: Queens Galley, Family of Woodstock, Caring Hands Soup Kitchen, Daily Bread, Soup Kitchen, Ulster Corps, Angel Food East, Saint James Food Pantry, Rosendale Food Pantry, People's Place, Chiz's Heart Street and Libertyview Farm. Tickets ($35) available online now! Back Stage Productions, 323 Wall Street, Kingston; 5pm-7pm; www.nycharities.org/events/eventlevels.aspx?ETID=1006
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APRIL 2010
10 Native American Celebration. Join the folks from the Big Indian Native American Cultural Center as they share food, ceremony, drumming, singing and dancing. All are welcome! Every Second Saturday thru December. Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St., Pine Hill; 10am-2pm; 254-5469; www.pinehillcommunitycenter.org
23, 24 The Vagina Monologues. A benefit production to raise awareness and funds for Family Domestic Violence Services and global organizations working to end violence against women and girls. 20$ Advance (Family through Roxanne at 331-7080, and at the Golden Notebook), 25$ Door, or 21$E tickets @ www.vdaywoodstock.com . Sponsored by V-Day Woodstock as part of the 2010 V-Day Global Campaign. Kleinert/James Arts Center, 34 Tinker St., Woodstock; Friday at 7:30pm, Saturday 3pm and 7:30pm; www.vdaywoodstock.com
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