Briggs Mountain Gallery
Offering fine art and custom picture framing. Collection of works by H.M. Saffer II: Chinese and Japanese mineral pigments with gouache on Japanese paper. By appt.
495 Academy Hill Rd., Milan, (845) 758-3266

Gazen Gallery
Experience the Art of the Hudson Valley at The Gazen Gallery of Art in Rhinebeck. Photographs, Oil & Watercolor Paintings, Drawings, Sculpture, Glass Art, and other Fine-Art Selections.
Wed–Mon 10am–7pm
6423 Montgomery St., Rt. 9, Rhinebeck, (845) 876-ART (4278), fax (845) 876-4279
info@GazenGallery.com

Flux Gallery
A beautiful gallery featuring handmade pottery by local and national ceramic artists. Work ranging from beautiful, delicate porcelain to rustic Japanese style wood-fired stoneware. We believe handmade objects enhance the simple ritual of eating and drinking. Tue–Sat 11am–6pm and Sun 11am–4pm.
Montgomery Row II, 6423 Montgomery St, Suite 17, Rhinebeck, (845) 876-3190
info@hudsonvalleypottery.com
hudsonvalleypottery.com

Betsy Jacaruso Studio & Gallery
Through September: Stream of Color: Betsy Jacaruso interprets the beauty of our world through landscapes & botanicals in watercolor. See also under Art Instruction.
The Chocolate Factory, 54 Elizabeth St., Red Hook, (845) 758-9244

ROMP
ROMP is all about play— play with toys and playfulness in home design. We're online, but we're local too Visit our site for unusual wooden toys, heirloom gifts and great design for house and home. Use the promo code "in town" for free shipping in the Hudson Valley.
22 E. Market St, 2nd floor, Rhinebeck, 845-876-7667
info@rompstore.com
rompstore.com

Bard Center for Environmental Policy
Innovative graduate program offering multiple degree options. BCEP trains future environmental leaders to enter public, private and non-profit sectors as skilled mediators between the world of science and the political, economic, legal and social forces that shape environmental policy. Contact our admissions office today.
Bard Center for Environmental Policy, Bard College, Annandale on Hudson, 845-758-7073
cep@bard.edu

Barbara Stapleton Sports Lady Salon
With Barbara Stapleton foils, color, cut, styles, perms & waxing. Bride's hair and make-up, bridal attendants & families, Will travel. Facial rejuvenation. Gift certificates available. Hours: Tue–Sat 9am–5pm.
54 E. Market St., Rhinebeck, (845) 876-7335

Full Stride Farm
Riding instruction and boarding. Private lessons for all ages. Specializing in adult beginners. Unique introductory program for children 4–8. Classical Dressage and Centered Riding taught. Indoor ring and trails. Full board with daily turn out and personal care.
Sunset Trail, Clinton Corners, (845) 266-8278

Southlands Foundation
We offer a variety of riding lessons and equestrian activities for beginner, intermediate, and advanced riders. Please call for info on horse shows, dressage shows, cross-country schooling trials, and specialized clinics. Pony rides available by appointment. Many amenities, heated 80'x160' indoor ring. 150'x250' outdoor ring, dressage ring, cross-country fences, miles of trails (also open to hikers).
5771 Rt. 9, Rhinebeck, (845) 876-4862
southlands.org

Triple "P" Horse Boarding
Full or rough board, daily turnout, box stalled at night (full board), feeding twice a day (second cut hay, mixed grains, open pasture mineral salt block & unlimited water access). Exercising available for additional fee. Friendly, quiet atmosphere; owner is on premises.
255 Lasher Rd., Tivoli, (845) 757-2040
psepesi@sepesi.com

Triple "P" Horses for Sale
A wide variety of horses & ponies for sale, prices to accommodate all budgets, all levels of expertise, Western & English, pleasure and show. Registered and grade. Also horse boarding, full or rough. Call for more information.
255 Lasher Rd., Tivoli, (845) 757-2040
psepesi@sepesi.com

www.RatingSmart.com
Visit www.RatingSmart.com, the area's best new resource to find, review and bookmark your favorite Hudson Valley businesses. Looking for advice on your garden, pool or wedding? Ask our local business experts. Find, rate and list Restaurants, Automotive, Home Contractors, Pet Care, Wedding Services and more.
Tivoli, (845) 750-6045
info@HRatingSmart.com
RatingSmart.com

Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.
Vicki L. Haak, CFP®, Financial Advisor—Personal financial planning, including planning for risk protection, taxes, retirement, estate preservation investments and asset allocation.
30 E. Market St., Rhinebeck, (845) 876-1157, fax (845) 876-1158

Beadzo
Beadzo offers a wonderful selection of creative, artistic and ethnic jewelry from around the world as well as from our local artists and beaders. Necklaces, bracelets and earrings made from vintage, collectible and contemporary beads and metals are available. Semi-precious stones, pearls and lamp work beads have been made into unique creations and make special gifts. Silk scarves from Thailand and artistic hand knitted scarves can be found there as well. Folk art masks, clocks, earring holders and lively hand-painted wooden chests and jewelry boxes are also added to the mix. It's all very whimsical, fun and full of spirit! Hours: Thu Noon–5pm, Fri–Sat Noon–6pm, Sun Noon–4:30pm, other days by appt.
60 Broadway,Tivoli, (845) 757-5306

SugarPlum Boutique
An accessories boutique featuring beautiful beaded and silver jewelry by Diana Brind Jewelry Design. Private line cosmetics by ChaosCosmetics. Bags by Kipling and Whiting & Davis. SugarPlum toiletries, hair ornaments, hats and more. Hours: Open 7 days a week.
71 E. Market St., Rhinebeck, (845) 876-6729

Rhinebeck Jewish Center
The center aims to serve all Jews regardless of background or affiliation. The Center holds Shabbat services, dinners, classes, and holiday events. For a full list of services we offer and for more information go to our website or call.
(845) 876-7666

Bard College Summer Sports Camps
Bard College is offering summer sports camps to area youth that will include soccer, basketball, tennis, cross country, volleyball and multi-activity Junior Raptors camp. For further information, check the camp's website, given below, or call the Department of Athletics:
(845) 758-7531, fax (845) 758- 7647
athletics@bard.edu
bard.edu/athletics/camps

Imagination Station
Innovative art classes for children 4–15 to explore their creativity. A hands-on experience with a wide range of mediums: drawing, painting, pottery, sculpture, silk painting, crafts and more. Art history and world culture implemented. Offering Year-Round Weekly Classes, Weekend Workshops & Birthday Parties. Celebrating our 8th year in Red Hook.
At the Chocolate Factory, Red Hook, (845) 758-9719
channels@webjogger.net

Kindermusik
Music and movement classes for children birth through age 7. Classes designed for individual age groups or multi-aged classes available. Morning, afternoon, evening and Saturday classes. Call or visit online for schedule or to register.
7362 S. Broadway, Red Hook, (845) 757-5802
kmwithmissbeth@hotmail.com

fabulousyarn.com
The Hudson Valley's Premier luxury fiber source. Out-of-this-world handpainted, handspun merino, silk, mohair and luxury fiber yarns. Exotic Needles, Creative Books, Patterns, Totes and Gifts. For classes and contacts, please see our website. Mon, Wed, Fri Noon–6pm, Sat Noon–7pm, Sun Noon–8pm.
54A Broadway, Tivoli, 845-757-4FAB
judy@fabulousyarn.com
fabulousyarn.com

Learn French
Private lessons, and groups for toddlers to adults. Tutoring. All levels, weekenders welcome. Emily Upham, French interpreter, U.S. State Department, AP French teacher, the Millbrook School. Not scary!
Germantown, (518) 537-6048
uplandvl@valstar.net

Spanish Lessons
Start speaking Spanish immediately with a proven method geared to your needs. Private lessons and groups. Tutoring. All levels. María Cristina Brusca, trained native speaker, translator, copy editor.
(845) 339-1192
mcbrusca@aol.coom

Andrew Steven Halperin
Attorney in Rhinebeck and New York City with thirty plus years of experience. Specializing in Wills, Trusts, Estates, Elder Law, Real Estate Closings, and Tax Grievances, Income and Estate Taxes and Corporate and Business Law. Free initial consultation.
PO Box 343, Astor Square, Rhinebeck, (845) 876-4433 or 1 (800) 845-4403

Oblong Books & Music
Oblong is more than a great bookstore, offering the region's best selection of music. Looking for artists from the region or anywhere in the world? Famous or obscure? Oblong has it or can get it. Our CD Club rewards you with a free CD with very ten purchased. Open every day. Hours: Mon–Thu 10am–6pm, Fri–Sat 10am–9pm, Sun 11am–6pm.
6420 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck
(845) 876-0500 or 1-800-oblong0 (zero)
oblongrhinebeck@msn.com
Also: 26 Main St., Millerton
(518) 789-3797 or 1-800-oblong0 (zero)
oblong1@taconic.net
oblongbooks.com

Bard Music Festival
This year's 20th Annual Bard Music Festival Program focuses on the controversial musical accomplishments and legacy of Richard Wagner. Come to two August weekends of concerts, talks and panel discussions. Programs include overtures, preludes, operatic excerpts, lieder, chamber music and a symphony by Wagner as well as works by contemporaries and rivals. Weekend One: "The Fruits of Ambition"; Weekend Two: "Engineering the Triumph of Wagnerism." Also featured are such talks or panel discussions as "Reality and Image: Wagner in Film," "Warring Aesthetics," "Wagner and the Transformation of European Culture," and "Wagner and the Jewish Question" (moderated by Leon Botstein). All this is part of Bard's expanded arts extravaganza, SummerScape. "Wagner and His World" Festival events August 14–16 and August 21–23 at Bard's acclaimed Fisher Center and Olin Hall. T.
Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, (845) 758-7900 (tkts); (845) 758-7410 (info)
fishercenterboxoffice@bard.edu
fishercenter.bard.edu

Tom Scarano Music
Piano lessons for all ages, beginners through professionals. Jazz improvisation for all instruments and voice. Learn to play or sing what you feel. Develop at your own pace. See also above under "Entertainment."
Tivoli, (845) 757-4187

David Temple, Classical Guitar
Classical guitar lessons. Classical guitarist David Temple offers lessons for all ages and levels. Lessons will emphasize both popular finger style and formal classical techniques, music theory and composition.
(845) 758-0174
davitem@yahoo.com