 |
 
|
JULY
Thursday-Sunday/July 3-6
Adirondack Mountain Club Outing: Paddle/Backpack Cranberry Lake & 5 Ponds Wilderness, NW Adirondacks. This trip for experienced paddlers & those in good physical shape. Boat rentals available. Contact leader.
Russ Faller/845-297-5126 (before 9:30 pm)/russoutdoors@yahoo.com
Saturday/July 5
Mohonk Preserve Interpretive Program "How Did the Rope Get Up There? History and Practice of Gunks Rock Climbing." 11am and 1pm. A 20 minute program offered by Mohonk Preserve Rangers who are experienced rock climbers. No reservations required. Meet at the Trapps Bridge. Members free, non-members $9 day pass.Children 12 and under are free. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919 / www.mohonkpreserve.org
Saturday/July 5
Mohonk Preserve Singles and Sociables Hike - Undercliff/Overcliff. 9am-12noon.
Singles and Sociables outings welcome all adult hikers, single and non-single, aged 18 and above. No reservations required. Meet at the West Trapps Trailhead. An easy, 5-mile hike. Free to Mohonk members, $9 day pass fee for non-members.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Sunday/July 6
Mohonk Preserve Interpretive Program "How Did the Rope Get Up There? History and Practice of Gunks Rock Climbing." 11am and 1pm. See details on June 14 Listing
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Sunday/July 6
Walk the Huguenot Path. 10am. Guided walk through the historic marshlands and oxbow lake of the Harcourt Nature Preserve. Easy 1-1.5 hour hike exploring the special topography and history of this largely unknown area. Culminates with a visit to the site of the Wallkill River ferry landing and a tour of LeFevre House, site of Ezekiel Elting's store in the early 1800s. $3 suggested donation.
Historic Huguenot Street /255-1660/ www.huguenotstreet.org
Wednesday/July 9
Pilates at the Pavilion. 6-7am. Join Elise Bacon, Owner, Pilates of New Paltz, and breathe in the cool morning air as you stretch and strengthen your muscles with the flowing movements of Pilates. All fitness levels welcome. For more information, go to www.pilatesnewpaltz.com. Ages 12 and up are welcome & must be accompanied by an adult. This is an outdoor program. Call for reservations (required) beginning 6/26 and meeting location.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Saturday/July 12
The Garden Conservancy's Open Days Program. 10am-4pm. Enjoy self-guided tours of three of Ulster County's best private gardens; locations in Olivebridge, West Hurley, and Willow. Tour begins at the Turck garden, 33 Clover Street, West Hurley where directions additional gardens will be provided. $5 per person children under 12 free.
888-842-2442 / www.opendaysprogram.org
Saturday/July 12
Summer Butterflies and Late Blooming Flowers. 10am-1pm. Join John Kenney, Mohonk Preserve Volunteer, for a hike through the fields. Caterpillars, like children, are sometimes very finicky eaters. How does that butterfly flying overhead find the only plant that her offspring will eat? Look for the larvae and eggs of the Swallowtail and the Monarch Butterfly and check out what else is flying, crawling, or sprinting on this summer day. All ages welcome & must be accompanied by an adult. Moderate, 3-mile hike. Reservations (required) beginning 6/30 and meeting location. Free to Mohonk members, $9 day pass fee for non-members.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Saturday/July 12
Interpretive Program "How Did the Rope Get Up There? History and Practice of Gunks Rock Climbing." 11am and 1pm. See details of program under June 14.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919 / www.mohonkpreserve.org
Saturday/July 12
Singles and Sociables Hike - Stokes Loop. 9:30am-3:30pm. Singles and Sociables outings welcome all adult hikers, single and non-single, aged 18 and above. Meet at the Visitor Center. Strenuous, 8-mile hike. Free to members, $9 day pass fee for non-members.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919.mohonkpreserve.org
Saturday/July 12
ELTING MEMORIAL LIBRARY. Get ready for Elting Memorial Library's Annual Library Fair & Book Sale on Saturday, July 12th from 9AM to 4PM (the book sale continues on July 13th). The fair promises to be especially exciting this year with bargain prices on over 10,000 sorted and categorized books, lots of collectable LPs, CDs and DVDs, and audio books. Bring the whole family and browse through the flea market or take home something for the garden from the plant booth, or make bids on lots of great items in the silent auction. There will be food, music, and lots of vendors selling jewelry, handbags, art, folk toys, scarves, tapestries, tins signs, glass items, Kiss My Face products and lots of natural bath and body products. Spend the day at the fair and have a ball while supporting your community's library.
Sunday/July 13
Adirondack Mountain Club Outing: 7th Annual Paddlefest at Plum Point Park in New Windsor, NY. Don't miss it! 9-3pm There will be more events than ever and activities for anyone interested in learning how to kayak/canoe.
Plum Point, New Windsor, NY / www.midhudsonadk.org/paddlefest.htm
Sunday/July 13
Mohonk Preserve Interpretive Program "How Did the Rope Get Up There? History and Practice of Gunks Rock Climbing." 11am and 1pm. See details under June 14 event listing.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919 / www.mohonkpreserve.org
Monday/July 14 - 18
Archaeology Camp for Teens. 9am-3pm. Campers will get hands-on experience opening up a fresh pit around the 300 year old Bevier Elting House under the supervision of Kevin Van Kleeck, a professional archaeologist familiar with our historic site. Finds will be put on view for Archaeology Day. $200 per camper/$180 for children of HHS members. Limited to 15. Contact Jennifer Champ:
255-1660 ext.108/jenn@huguenotstreet.org
Tuesday/July 15
Toddlers on the Trail - Stream Walk. 10am-12noon Join Debbie Biltonen, a local naturalist, and her toddler son and explore along the stream on a hot summer day. Ages 2-6 & need to be able to walk or be in a carrier; jogging strollers cannot be used. Reservations not required. Meet at the Coxing Trailhead. Walks average 1.5 miles and move at a toddler's pace. $9 day pass fee for non-members.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Friday/July 18
Opening Recetion: "Noongar Boodja: Contemporary Aboriginal Art, Ecology and Culture" and "All Hot and Bothered: Photographs from the Center for Photography at Woodstock" 5-8pm. Through September 28
Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art/SUNY New Paltz
Saturday/July 19
Music at the Pavilion: Soul Purpose. 6:30-8pm Listen to the summer sounds and joyous music at the Slingerland Pavilion. This band is guaranteed to "make your mama dance," so bring the whole family. All ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Easy, 1-mile hike to Pavilion. Reservations (required) and meeting location. Advance tickets are $8 adults, $3 children 13-18 years of age, children 12 and under free; at the gate tickets are $10 adults, $5 children.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Saturday/July 19
Mohonk Preserve Interpretive Program "How Did the Rope Get Up There? History and Practice of Gunks Rock Climbing." 11am and 1pm. A 20 minute program offered by Mohonk Preserve Rangers who are experienced rock climbers. No reservations required. Meet at the Trapps Bridge. Members free, non-members $9 day pass.Children 12 and under are free & must be accompanied by an adult.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Saturday/July 19
Singles and Sociables Hike - North/South Lake. 9am-4pm Singles and Sociables outings welcome all adult hikers, single and non-single, aged 18 and above. No reservations required. Meet at the Saugerties, Exit 20 southbound entrance Park and Ride. This is a strenuous, 9-mile hike. There will be a tailgate potluck afterwards.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Sat. & Sun./July 19 & 20
Archaeology Weekend. 9am-12pm & 1-4pm. A Weekend all about "What Lies Beneath!" Four hands-on "dig" workshops for adults. Families welcome Saturday afternoon session. $25 per session/$20 HHS members/$40 families. Register for one session or all four! Discount available for those who enroll for more than one session.
Historic Huguenot Street /255-1660 ext. 300 / www.huguenotstreet.org
Sunday/July 20
Hudson Valley Community Dances' Third Sunday Swing Dance Jam 6:30-9:00 pm. Music by Rhythm Depot. Beginner lesson at 6. No partner necessary. $5
White Eagle Hall/487 Delaware Ave./Kingston/(845) 339-3032
Sunday/July 20
Van Leuven Cabin Hike. 10am-12noon. Join Ron Knapp, President, Mohonk Preserve Board of Directors, and enjoy the cool shade of Eastern Hemlocks as you walk on an old trail through the woods to the only New York State Registered Historic Mountain Hamlet. The Van Leuven homestead in the Trapps Hamlet teaches us about the lives led by people during the last two centuries. Children must be accompanied by an adult. An easy, 2-mile hike. Reservations (required) beginning 7/7 & meeting location. Free to members, $9 day pass fee for non-members.
Mohonk Preserve/255-091 / www.mohonkpreserve.org
Sunday/July 20
Interpretive Program "How Did the Rope Get Up There? History and Practice of Gunks Rock Climbing." 11am and 1pm. A 20 minute program offered by Mohonk Preserve Rangers who are experienced rock climbers. No reservations required. Meet at the Trapps Bridge. Members free, non-members $9 day pass. Children 12 & under are free. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Saturday/July 26
Dragonflies: Up Close and Personal ... Well, Not Very. 10am-2:30pm. Ever see a dragonfly up close? Not many of us get to do that since this insect may reach speeds of up to 60 mph. New York entomologists are conducting a dragonfly census. Researcher Larry Federman, Audubon New York, will present an overview of dragonfly biology and identification, then will take you to a few choice viewing/catch and release spots. Ages 13 and up welcome & must be accompanied by an adult. Easy, 2-mile hike. Reservations beginning 7/11. Free to members, $9 day pass fee for non-members.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Saturday/July 26
Mohonk Preserve Interpretive Program "How Did the Rope Get Up There? History and Practice of Gunks Rock Climbing." 11am and 1pm. A 20 minute program offered by Mohonk Preserve Rangers who are experienced rock climbers. No reservations required. Meet at the Trapps Bridge. Members free, non-members $9 day pass. Children 12 and under are free & must be accompanied by an adult.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Saturday/July 26
Singles and Sociables Hike - Rhododendron Bridge and Beyond. 9:30am-2pm. Singles and Sociables outings welcome all adult hikers, single and non-single, aged 18 and above. No reservations required. Meet at the Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center. A moderate to strenuous 7-mile hike. Free to Mohonk members, $9 day pass fee for non-members.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
SUN-Sat/July 20-26
Ashokan Fiddle & Dance Camps: Northern Week. Jay Ungar & Molly Mason's legendary summer programs featuring top instructors, intensive Music & Dance classes, jam sessions, nightly dances, performances & song swaps, in a secluded woodland environment.
Ashokan Center / 477 Beaverkill Rd / Olivebridge Friends of Fiddle & Dance / 845-246-2121 / www.ashokan.org
Saturday/July 26
The Jean Hasbrouck House Reopens. The Street's "signature" house, the first to open as a house museum in 1899. Closed to the public for renovations since 2004, the "Jean" reopens with a fresh face and a new interpretation.
Historic Huguenot Street /255-1660 / www.huguenotstreet.org
Sunday/July 27
Mohonk Preserve Interpretive Program "How Did the Rope Get Up There? History and Practice of Gunks Rock Climbing." 11am and 1pm. A 20 minute program offered by Mohonk Preserve Rangers who are experienced rock climbers. No reservations required. Meet at the Trapps Bridge. Members free, non-members $9 day pass.Children 12 and under are free & must be accompanied by an adult.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Sunday/July 27
Mohonk Preserve Singles and Sociables Hike - Mine Hole. 9am-3:30pm. Singles and Sociables outings welcome all adult hikers, single and non-single, aged 18 and above. No reservations required. Meet at the Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center. A strenuous, 9-mile hike with scrambling. Free to Mohonk members, $9 day pass fee for non-members.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Sunday/July 27
The Remaking of An Icon: Behind the Scenes at the Jean House. 10-11:30am. Join us for a special tour of the newly reopened Jean House. We will talk about the critical and substantial work done to secure the house for generations to come as we share the surprising discoveries the restoration unveiled. $3 suggested donation.
Historic Huguenot St/255-1660/huguenotstreet.org
Mon./July 28 - Fri./Aug. 1
Kids Dig Huguenot Street! Archaeology Camp for Kids. 9am-3pm Campers will learn how archaeologists explore the history under our feet. We will be opening and excavating an archaeological pit with a professional archaeologist. We will learn how to identify artifacts and what they can tell us about the people who were here before us. $200 per camper/$180 for children of HHS members. Enrollment limited to 15.
Contact Jennifer Champ 255-1660 ext. 108/ jenn@huguenotstreet.org
Back to Top
AUGUST
Saturday/August 2
The Rustic Nooks of Mohonk and American Landscape Design. Slide presentation by Kerry Dean Carso, Assistant Professor of Art History, SUNY New Paltz. Ulster County Historical Society/2682 Rte 209/Marbletown
845 338-5614 / www.ulstercountyhistoricalsociety.org.
Saturday/August 2
Mohonk Preserve Interpretive Program "How Did the Rope Get Up There? History and Practice of Gunks Rock Climbing." 11am and 1pm. A 20 minute program offered by Mohonk Preserve Rangers who are experienced rock climbers. No reservations required. Meet at the Trapps Bridge. Members free, non-members $9 day pass.Children 12 and under are free & must be accompanied by an adult.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Saturday/August 2
Singles and Sociables Hike - Giants Workshop. 10am-3pm. Singles and Sociables outings welcome all adult hikers, single and non-single, aged 18 and above. No reservations required. Meet at the Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center. A moderate to strenuous 7-mile hike with scrambling. Free to Mohonk members, $9 day pass fee for non-members.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Sunday/August 3
Mohonk Preserve Interpretive Program "How Did the Rope Get Up There? History and Practice of Gunks Rock Climbing." 11am and 1pm. A 20 minute program offered by Mohonk Preserve Rangers who are experienced rock climbers. No reservations required. Meet at the Trapps Bridge. Members free, non-members $9 day pass.Children 12 and under are free & must be accompanied by an adult.
Mohonk Preserve/255-0919/mohonkpreserve.org
Saturday/August 2
Archaeology Day on the Street. 10am-4pm. Hands on archaeology activities for the whole family and displays of items recently "unearthed". No charge.
Historic Huguenot Street / 255-1660 / www.huguenotstreet.org
Saturday/August 2
Disappearing Dutch Brooklyn: Where Have All The Houses Gone? 7-9pm At the end of World War II there were over 70 Dutch American farmhouses and barns remaining in Brooklyn. Today there are only 13. Dr. Christopher Ricciardi, Project Archaeologist with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, will talk about the history of the Dutch in Brooklyn and in New York State Sponsored by the New York Council for the Humanities Speakers in the Humanities Series. No charge.
Deyo Hall, Historic Huguenot Street 255-1660 / www.huguenotstreet.org
SUN-SAT/August 10-16
Ashokan Fiddle & Dance Camps: Southern Week. Jay Ungar & Molly Mason's legendary summer programs featuring top instructors, intensive Music & Dance classes, jam sessions, nightly dances, performances & song swaps, in a secluded woodland environment.
Ashokan Center/477 Beaverkill Rd/ Olivebridge Friends of Fiddle & Dance / 845-246-2121 / www.ashokan.org
Tuesday/August 12
New Paltz Regional Chamber of Commerce After Hours Mixer. 5:30-7:30pm Historic Huguenot Street hosts the Chamber's monthly mixer. For more information, contact the Chamber
www.newpaltzchamber.org/255-0243
Fri-Sun/Aug 15-17
2008 Hudson Valley Ribfest. BBQ chicken & ribs-contest teams & lovers of finger-licking good food in the Northeast. Last year 58 barbeque teams fired up their cookers, and the crowd grew to over 12,500. Ribfest goal this year is for 60 plus teams to pit their barbeque skills against some sharp competition for bragging rights & a portion of the $8,500 prize. New England Barbeque Society grilling contest Sat. 8-16, & on Sun, 8-17, the Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) competition concludes with a "Chef's Choice Apple" entry, (the Hudson Valley's premier agricultural product is apples) To eat--just show up. To compete go to www.hudsonvalleyribfest.org and download an application.
Ulster County Fairgrounds, New Paltz/ /845-306-4381/Highland Rotary Club/ hudsonvalleyribfest.org
Saturday/August 16
Civil War Encampment. 10am-5pm. Militia re-enactor units, drill, camp life, musket firing, tradesmen, children's activities, and A/V presentation. Free for members, $5 donation asked of non-members.
Ulster County Historical Society/2682 Rte 209 Marbletown/845 338-5614 / www.ulstercountyhistoricalsociety.org.
Saturday/August 16
Moonlight Walk. 7:30pm. Join us for drinks on the porch of our DuBois Fort Visitor Center followed by a Moonlight Walk on Historic Street. We'll discuss the truth and the lore behind the moon and the role it played in the lives of early settlers. $10 per person.
Historic Huguenot Street 255-1660 / www.huguenotstreet.org
Sunday/August 17
Hudson Valley Community Dances' Third Sunday Swing Dance Jam, 6:30-9:00 pm. Music by Rhythm Depot. Beginner lesson at 6. No partner necessary. $5
White Eagle Hall/487 Delaware Ave./Kingston/(845) 339-3032
Saturday/August 23
Preservation 101: Windows. 9-11am. PJ Preuss, the Curator of Buildings and Grounds, introduces participants to the techniques involved in saving, restoring and maintaining historic windows and window frames. Workshop meets in Restoration Workshop. Limited to 12. $10 per person.
To register: 255.1660 ext. 300 or email register@huguenotstreet.org.
Saturday/August 23
Shawangunk Mountain Wild Blueberry & Huckleberry Festival 9am-4pm A celebration of the Shawangunk Mountains! All-day music, environmental & cultural exhibits, all-blueberry bake sale, art show, street fair & pie judging. Follow the "Festival Parking" signs. Pancake Breakfast begins 7:30 am
Wawarsing Chamber of Commerce/Downtown Ellenville, NY (Rt. 209 & Rt. 52)
Saturday/August 30
Croquet on the Lawn. 4-6pm. Join us on the shaded grounds of the 1894 Deyo House for a relaxing game of croquet. Novice players encouraged. Lemonade and refreshments provided. $5 per person. Space is limited, please register.
Historic Huguenot Street/255-1660 ext. 300/register@huguenotstreet.org
Back to Top
ONGOING
Fri, Sat, Sun/June 6-22
Gilbert & Sullivan Musical Theater Company presents Pirates of Penzance Friday and Saturday at 8pm, Sundays at 3pm $22, $20 for seniors, children. Tckets online at www.centerforperformingarts.org or at the box office.
845-876-3080/Cntr for Performing Arts/Rhinebeck
Through June 30
• In Pursuit: The Third Annual, Kingston Senior Scholarship Show at ASK. On exhibit from June 7th, through June 30thOpening Reception: June 7th, 5-8pm.
• Cosmic Blooms: New Paintings by Franz Heigemeir. On exhibit from June 7th, through June 30th, 2008, at ASK, 97 Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401. Opening Reception: June 7th, 5-8pm.
ASKforArts.org/845-338-0331/ASK/97 Broadway, Kingston
Multi-War Encampment
Civil War, WWI, and WWII Unusual, See Attractions on page 20.
Vintage Village/Highland
Kaaterskill PostCard Club
Meets every 4th Tues at 7:30pm. March 25, April 22, May 27, June 24, July 22 picnic, Aug 26, Sept 23, Oct 28, and Nov 25.
Redeemer Lutheran Church/104 Wurts St/Kingston John Duda/845-254-4104/royalzrus@aol.com.
Jai Ma Yoga Center
Call for ongoing programs.
69 Main St/Suite 201/New Paltz/845-246-0465/jmyoga.com
Esopus Library
Programs For Children. Call for hours and other ways to introduce your little ones to the joy of reading. Audio books, new releases, classics, how-to books, and fine company are all here, free. Mid Hudson Library System Enjoy our new location with good parking!
338-5580 / www.esopuslibrary.org/128 Canal Street/Port Ewen
Old Homes Network
Call us for the schedule of interesting talks and visits. Refreshments are served and field trips are optional.
Sarah Hull Hallock Library/Milton/795-2200
Story Hours
Preschool and after school story hours on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, call the library at for details.
Sarah Hull Hallock Library/Milton/795-2200
Chamber Arts Festival of Marbletown
• Sunday, June 1 at 4 p.m. - The Parker String Quartet .
845-687-2687 / www.chamberartsfestival.org/ Performances at Quimby Theater/ Stone Ridge campus/SUNY Ulster/845-687-5262
Suny Ulster Summer Stage
MY FAIR LADY. Book & Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner; Music by Frederick Loewe
• June 27, 28, July 4, 5 at 8:00 p.m.
• June 29, July 7 at 3:00 p.m.
One of the greatest musicals of all time.
Quimby Theater/ Stone Ridge campus/SUNY Ulster/845-687-5262/Box Office 688-1959
Gardiner Association of Businesses (G.A.B.)
Meets every 3rd Weds., every month @ 6:30 PM at a local restaurant. All business owners who live in, or have a business in Gardiner are welcome. Contact Dave Wingfield,V.P.
davewing@direcway.com/255-3126
Swing Dance Classes
Swing Dance Classes
845-236-3939 to register / www.got2lindy.com. ASK Arts Center/ 97 Broadway/Kingston
Sculpture Walks/Programs
Unison Outdoor Sculpture Garden and Water Street Market Sculpture Walk Exhibitions.
845-255-1559/68 Mountain Rest Road/New Paltz / www.unisonarts.org
Mark Gruber Gallery
See full listing under Galleries
New Paltz Plaza/New Paltz/255-1241
Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz
Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 1-5 p.m.
Free and open to all (845) 257-3844
Thurs./Through June 26
Tai Chi. Advanced, 5:15pm - 7pm.
Unison/68 Mountain Rest Road/New Paltz /845-255-1559 / www.unisonarts.org
Mondays/Through June 30
Tai Chi. Beginning, 5:30pm - 6:30pm. Intermediate, 6:35pm - 7:35pm.
Unison/ 68 Mountain Rest Road/New Paltz/845-255-1559 / www.unisonarts.org
Wed./Through June 18
Modern Dance classes with the Hudson Valley Modern Dance Cooperative. 5:30pm -7pm.
Unison/ 68 Mountain Rest Road/New Paltz/845-255-1559 / www.unisonarts.org
Tuesdays' Senior Service
The Rochester Senior Group invites you to get involved and have fun doing it! 10:30am-Noon. Send packages to service people, knit hats & gloves for needy children, and so much more. Followed by hour-long senior yoga class taught by Carla Olla.
Rochester Senior Group/Community Cnt/626-2115
Through June 22
"Budding Visions" This personal view of emerging visions is expressed in a wide variety of media by members of this growing co-op of over 40 area artists. Free and open to the public Satur & Sun 1-5pm & by appointment.
Unframed Artists Gallery/173 Huguenot St/ New Paltz 255-5482 / www.unframedartistsgallery.com
Through October 31
Catskill Animal Sanctuary's wacky, wonderful weekend tours every Sat & Sun, 11am to 4pm, rain or shine. Final tour begins at 3:15 sharp. Snuggle with a pig (if you're so inclined), hug a horse or a sheep at CAS, the region's beloved haven for formerly abused farm animals. Film and introductory talk in our Welcome Hut, and leisurely, intimate meetings with 160 animal characters. Expect to be delighted! Beverages available for purchase. Members with current membership card, $10 general public; $5 seniors and children under 6.
316 Old Stage Road/Saugerties/845 336-8447 / www.casanctuary.org
Through July 6
Beat and Beyond: Photographs by Allen Ginsberg. Exhibition features photographs (1953-1995) from the SDMA permanent collection made by Allen Ginsberg, American poet and leading apostle of the Beat Generation, and includes revealing portraits (some with Ginsberg's written recollections) of Jack Kerouac, William Burroughs, Herbert Huncke, Neal Cassady, Dr. Timothy Leary, and others.
Corridor Gallery / Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art / SUNY New Paltz
August Kids' Fun
Tues and Thur beginning August 5, 9:30-11:30am. Drop In For Some Fun. Parents, it's August and you need a break! Drop your kids off for these fun two-hour programs. Each week features a different historic craft activity and a related cooking project. $10; $8-HHS members. Tues ages 4-6. Thurs ages 7-10.
Deyo Hall, Historic Huguenot Street / 255-1660 / www.huguenotstreet.org
The Palentown Schoolhouse Museum (circa 1860)
July to October, 2nd & 4th Sat, 1-3 pm. A schoolhouse may have been built on this site as early as the 1830's. In 1988, the schoolhouse was designated a State and National historic landmark. The 300 pound school bell still remains in place on the roof. Group tours by appointment.
Palentown Road / Kerhonkson / 845 626-4281 or 626-7628
Ellenville Library
Center St / Ellenville / 845 647-5530
Friends of Historic Rochester Museum of Local History & Genealogical Research Library. Open every Wednesday from 12-3pm and by appointment.
12 Main St / Accord / 845 626-7104 or 687-9998 / www.townofrochester.net
Palentown Schoolhouse Museum (circa 1860)
July to October, 2nd & 4th Sat, 1-3 pm. A schoolhouse may have been built on this site as early as the 1830's. In 1988, the schoolhouse was designated a State and National historic landmark. The 300 pound school bell still remains in place on the roof. Group tours by appointment.
Palentown Road / Kerhonkson / 845 626-4281 or 626-7628
Back to Top
Northern Dutchess Hospital
NDH Foundation's Starlight Ball
Saturday, June 14th
Dutchess County Fairgrounds
871-3505 for ticket information.
Health Quest
Better than Chocolate Event
Thursday, July 24th
Poughkeepsie Grand View
Birth Center and La Leche League
Baby Care Fair Sat, Aug 2nd 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
876-6880
Osteoporosis Program
Sessions will include both discussion and exercise. The program is led by a Physical Therapist, Exercise Physiologist and Nutritionist. 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Montgomery Street Health Annex. The fee is $100. Registration is required. Call 871-4380 for upcoming dates.
NDH Blood Drive
(must be at least 17 years old, 110 lbs, and 57 days from last donation) Hosted quarterly. Call 871-3470 for dates.
Community Lecture Series
Check out our website for updated schedule!
northerndutchesshospital.org, 871-3500
Women's View Community Lecture Series at NDH, Check out our website for updated schedule! www.northerndutchesshospital.org
871-4380
• Get Real Weight Results
The class includes nutrition and weight loss education and membership to the NDH Wellness Center. Meetings are held 11:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. - your choice! $149 fee. Call 871-3600 for details and to register.
• The New Leaf Program
A six week, highly-personalized nutrition and exercise program that includes:
* Weekly visit with NDH Nutritionist
* On-going phone support
* Weekly personal training sessions with customized workouts
* Unlimited use of the NDH Wellness Center during the six week period
* Discounted fee for extended membership to the NDH Wellness Center for continued benefits
Participants have seen great results with this sensible, medically based program that flexes around even the most demanding schedules. Registration is very limited. $499 fee. Call 871-3600 for details and to register.
• Fun Food and Fitness program. This four-week program for adolescents will focus on both balanced nutrition and exercise. Participants will meet twice weekly at the NDH Wellness Center located in the Hospital. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children. The fee is $120 and registration is required by calling 871-3600.
• Back School at Northern Dutchess Hospital
The class offers a simple approach to understanding back injuries, their causes, and possible preventative steps. The program teaches people with back problems how to control their back pain by correctly performing activities of daily living. Future dates 871-3427.
• Mothering
Ongoing classes at Northern Dutchess Hospital include: Childbirth Education; Infant Care; Sibling Class; Infant Massage; Lactation Consultation; Mom to Mom Breastfeeding Support Group; Play Support Group; Yoga and Exercise for pregnant Moms; Mom and Baby exercise; For information call the Neugarten Birth Center at 871-3355.
• NDH Wellness Center
A medically based fitness center with an "un-club" feel. Conveniently located on the campus of Northern Dutchess Hospital. For information, call 871-4300. Mention this listing and receive membership FREE for one week (new members only).
• Yoga: Mind and Body
Yoga is effective in helping to unwind the mind and relax the body using various stretches, breathing exercises and relaxation techniques. Women's View, 107 Montgomery St. Rhinebeck. 871-4380 for dates and to register.
Swimming
Fees apply so contact before you go:
The Moriello Pool/Mulberry St./New Paltz The Rosendale Pool / Rte 32
Minnewaska State Park / Route 44-55 More information & application at www.minnewaskaswimmers.org/testing
Back to Top
EDUCATION
Women's Studio Workshop
Fascinating programs. Bookbinding, paper making, nature drawing, paper marbleizing, faux finishes, and much more. Call for schedule. Studio space available. Workshop's staff of artists available to consult on projects.
Binnewater Lane/Rosendale/658-9133 www.wsworkshop .org wsw@ulster.net
Ulster County Community College
A good place to get started on the rest of your life. Courses and certificates in many fields.
Stone Ridge/687-5012
SUNY New Paltz
See listing under Education for Continuing and Professional Education
Back to Top
PERFORMANCE
UPAC
601 Broadway/Kingston/339-6088.
New Paltz Theatre SUNY
Call for program 257-3880
Unison Learning Center
Full program of events and performances. Call for program guide. See display ad page 11.
68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz 255-1559
New Paltz Community Web
The new community web site. Find out what is going on, where, and when. And while your are there, check the temperature. Thanks HVI.net for helping and hosting us. Volunteers needed. 255-6695. By Feb 1, 2002 we had over 50,000 hits.
www.newpaltz.org
Back to Top
THINGS TO DO OR PLAN TO DO
Yummies Ice Cream and Mini-Golf
Reopens Spring. Play a round of miniature golf on our beautifully landscaped 18 hole course, or sit by the waterfall and enjoy one of the 16 flavors of Jane's Homemade Ice Cream. Juicy hamburgers (& veggieburgers too), hot dogs, sandwiches, soft ice cream. Yummy! Reserve for private parties. Sun --Thurs, 10 a.m.-11 p.m., Fri & Sat , 10 a.m. -midnight.
691-8815/Cor Rtf 299 & Lily Lake Rd/ Highland.
Huguenot Street
In New Paltz, tour one of the oldest streets in America with its original homes. The Jean Hasbrouck House is open year round Saturday and Sunday, 9:30-4:30. Huguenot Street is a National Historic Landmark. Houses constructed from 1692-1890.
Call 255-1660
Hudson Valley Rail Trail
Paved, perfect for wheelchairs, rollerblades, bikes, and cross country skiing. Beautiful views. Visit the Highland Cafe for a great meal, pick up a gift at Vintage Village, and then take a hike. Want to move here" Visit Dolly Decker at Hello Dolly Real Estate, also located in the village. Rail trail even has exercise stations and rest rooms!
The Blue Sky Ranch
View the Hudson Valley from 13,000 feet! Learn to skydive at our skydiving school offering state-of-the-art aircraft and instruction. We're open seven days a week during the good weather, and weekends in November & December weather permitting. Experienced skydivers call 255-9538.
Gardiner Airport/Gardiner/School/255-4033 www.theblueskyranch.com
Back to Top
ON-LINE INFO
abouttown.us
What to see and do in Ulster County.
691-2089/POB 474/New Paltz/NY 12561/viv@abouttown.us
New Paltz Community Fdn
Find projects we're doing in New Paltz.
www.newpaltzcommunityfoundation.or/PO Bx 1112/New Paltz, NY 12561/256-1945
New Paltz Chamber of Commerce
WWW.newpaltzchamber.com/255-0243
Southern Ulster Chamber of Commerce
WWW.southernUlsterChamber.com/691-6070
www.newpaltz.org
The website for everything New Paltz.
Back to Top
LIBRARIES
Give your children the world view of a library card.
Call numbers below for hours and other services.
Highland Public Library
Highland/691-2275
UCCC Library
Stone Ridge Campus/687-5213
Elting Memorial Library
93 Main St/New Paltz/255-5030
Haviland-Heidgerd Historical Collection
Elting Library, 93 Main St/New Paltz/255-5030
Sarah Hull Hallock Free
Main Street/Milton/795-2200
Stone Ridge Library
Stone Ridge/687-7023
Gardiner Library
Station Sq/Gardiner 255-1255
Marlboro Free library
PO Box 780, Route 9W, Marlboro 236-7272
Rosendale Library
Rosendale/658-9013
Huguenot Historical Society
Library with documents from the early settlers and other historical information.
New Paltz/255-1660
Plattekill Library
2047 Route 32/Modena/883-7286
Town of Esopus Library
At New Location, 128 Canal Street, just south of Medrex in Port Ewen 338-5580 www.esopuslibrary.org
Back to Top
MUSEUMS & HISTORICAL SITES
Fred J. Johnston Museum
May to October. 63 Main St., Kingston. Guided house tours $5. Sat.-Sun, 1-4 pm.
339-0720/www.fohk.org
Friends of Historic Kingston Museum
May-October. Exhibits; gallery talks. Free admission. Sat.-Sun., 1-4 p.m.
339-0720/Main-Wall Sts/Kingston www.fohk.org
Klyne Esopus Museum
Open May -Dec 1. Fri-Tuesday, 1-4pm 338-8109 during open hours. History of the Town of Esopus from AmerIndian to present day. Book and gift shop. 2008 Exhibit: Religious Institutions of Esopus 338-8109/ www.klyneesopusmuseum.org/764 Route 9W/Ulster Park (pink/blue church building).
Gomez Mill House
Reopens in Spring. Tour this historic treasure. Gomez Mill House is the oldest standing Jewish dwelling in North America and the oldest house on the National Historic Register in Orange County, New York. The property is nestled on 53 rolling acres in the Towns of Newburgh and Marlboro. For directions, visit our website. Highly recommended.
www.gomez.org.
A.J. Snyder Estate
May 1-Oct. Owners' estate. Rosendale Century Cement Company provided cement for the Brooklyn Bridge. Tours of Widow Jane Mine, cement kilns, Snyder Carriage & Sleigh Collection. Picnic area. Wed., Sat., Sun. 1-4 p.m. & by appointment. Events. $3, $1 kids
Rt. 213/Rosendale. 845-658-9900.
Clermont
From April 1 on, Mansion open everyday except Monday 11 am- 4:30 pm. fee: $5/$4/$1 The oldest surviving Hudson River estate open to the public, as well as home to seven successive generations of the Livingston family. 500 acres open daily until sunset. Grounds fee of $5 on weekends April 1st -October 31st. Go to website for special programming, lectures and an auction in 2007. Off Rt. 9G, centrally located between Rhinebeck and Hudson at the Columbia County border.
(518) 537-4240/www.friendsofclermont.org
Also, get ready for the Hudson Fulton Champlain Quadra-centennial in 2009! Watch About Town for more information.
Back to Top
|
|
|
