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2009 ANNUAL EVENTS

ON-GOING EVENTS, 2009

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, May-December 2009     Native American Celebration. Join the folks from the Big Indian Native American Cultural Center as they share some food, ceremony, drumming, singing and dancing. All are welcome! Free. Pine Hill Community Center, Pine Hill; noon-4pm; 254-5469; www.pinehillcommunitycenter.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

Saturdays & Sundays, June 6 - August 30     The Belltower Market Arts and Crafts Market.  New indoor artist and craft show with fine artists, designers, craftspeople, and bearers of cool, unique, fun, and avant-garde collections. Vendor booths are priced for accessibility at $35 or $45 per weekend.  Vendors are gently juried. Launched by the new Rosendale Arts Squad. Held at The Belltower, Main Street, Rosendale;  Saturday noon-7pm, Sunday noon-5pm; For info call Ron Parenti at 658-3181 or Ali Gruber 658-9689; belltowermarket@gmail.com

Weekends, July 4-September 5, 2009     Belleayre Music Festival.     Tickets available online. Belleayre Mountain Ski Center, Route 28, Highmount; (800) 942-6904, ext. 406; festival@catskill.net   www.belleayremusic.org

Weekends, July 4th through Labor Day Weekend, 2009     Maverick Concerts.     Each weekend includes at least a Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon concert. There are four young people's concerts in July and August. Children (including full-time students with I.D.) are admitted free and adults pay $5.00. Maverick Concert Hall, Maverick Road, Woodstock; 679-8217; www.maverickconcerts.org

May 23 - September 12    Hors'n Around Saugerties.  A summer long celebration of  Carousel horses, decorated by local artists celebrating the Hudson-Fulton-Champlain Quadricentennial on display throughout the Nationally Registered Historic Saugerties Business District through September 12th when HITS-on-the-Hudson will host the Merry-Go-Round Gala and Auction.  Sponsored by the Saugerties Chamber of Commerce and HITS-on-the-Hudson; Village of Saugerties; 800-957-0124; Contact Beth Murphy at eamurphy@webjogger.net   or visit  www.horsnaroundsaugerties.com

June 7-September 27, 2009     Kingston’s Historic Rondout Waterfront  “The Sunday Morning Flea Market”.     Antiquers, weekenders, families and friends can come peruse and hunt for hidden treasures amid the huge range of collectibles, toys, vintage wares, furniture, art and antiques. Vendors from all over the Hudson Valley and environs will be displaying their wares in The Trolley Museum, just off East Strand in The Waterfront Area.  Benefit for the not-for-profit Rondout Business Association to help fund the family events on the Rondout.  7am-2pm; For more information, contact Sue Schreter at 338-6779.

Saturdays, May-September 2009    18th-Century Craft and Cooking demonstrations. Staff in period clothing demonstrate spinning, butter churning, cooking, and children's games.  Free.  Please call in advance for availability and details. Senate House State Historic Site, 296 Fair Street, Kingston; 11am-1pm; 338-2786; pam.malcolm@oprhp.state.ny.uss

Spring through Fall 2009     Ulster County 400 Quadricentennial Celebration.  Ulster County is joining in the Quadricentennial Celebration of Henry Hudson's 1609 journey through the Hudson Valley on the river that now bears his name.  Visit www.hudsonriver400.org/all-events  to discover the many events that will run from spring through the fall of 2009.

3rd Saturdays, May 16-October 17, 2009     New Paltz Art Loop.    Eleven of New Paltz's finest art and cultural venues form The Art Loop which starts at 4pm with a special "after loop" mixer from 8pm-10pm at the Water Street Market on Main Street. The Art Loop is free and open to the public. www.newpaltzarts.org

Sundays, May 3-October 2009    D&H Canal Sunday Outdoor Flea Market.  Antiques, collectibles and local artisans. Sponsored by the D&H Canal Historical Society & Museum. Sundays, 9am-4pm (weather permitting), Rt. 213, High Falls. 687-9311.

Saturdays & Sundays through Thanksgiving, 2009     Mower's Flea Market.     Object de Junque.  Offering clothing, furniture, jewelry (new, resale, vintage & handcrafted).  Organic veggies & flowers. Maple Lane, Woodstock; 9am; 679-6744.

May 1-December 20, 2009     Archaeological Exhibit: "Before Hudson: 8,000 Years of Native Esopus Culture".  The exhibit is based on recent archaeological finds at Historic Huguenot Street - artifacts helping broaden the understanding of Native American presence on the site. DuBois Fort Visitor Center, Historic Huguenot Street, New Paltz; 255-1660; www.huguenotstreet.org

September & October, 2009.  Marlboro & Milton Annual Harvest Celebration.  Enjoy a unique Agri-Cultural Experience!  You will visit a farm, farmers market and wineries to pick and select your own farm-fresh fruits, vegetables and wine that a local restaurant chef will specially creat into delicious Agri-Cuisine for you to savor. Also available on select weekends will be an agri-cuisine prepared menus.  Throughout the two months, weekdays & weekends. Reservations are required. Hours will be according to the various restaurant’s hours. Overnight accommodations & additional attractions available. Taste the freshness of the farms!  616-7824; www.meetmeinmarlborough.com


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JANUARY 2009


3    2nd Annual Arkville Holiday Festival. “Parade of Lights”, barbecue and refreshments, bonfire, snowshoe lessons and firework display. Free. Main St., Arkville; 5pm; 586-5637.

10     2nd Saturdays @ AIR: Acoustic Artists Coalition: Live Music. 71 O'Neil St. , Kingston ; 8pm-11pm; Contact Jim Marzano, 331-2662; AirStudio@aol.com   www.airstudiogallery.com

10    WinterFest at Hasbrouck Park. Learn to snowshoe, make snow animals, mulch your Christmas tree and more. Sponsored by Forsyth Nature Center; Kingston; 10am-2pm; 331-1682; www.forsythnaturecenter.org

10     Woodstock Poetry Society and Festival. Featuring Michael Hare and poet D. Alex Bird. Woodstock Community Center, 56 Rock City Road, Woodstock; 2pm; For info contact pprod@mindspring.com

17    Hudson Valley Rail Trail Winterfest.  Horse drawn sleigh rides, chili contest, chef's ice carving demo, snow-Shoeing, cross-county skiing, marshmallow roasting and more.  Rail Trail Pavilion, Old New Paltz Road, Highland; 11am-2pm; 691-8151.

17    Hudson River Snowshoe Hike.  Meet at Kingston Point Park and explore with a naturalist. Sponsored by Forsyth Nature Center; Kingston; 10am; 331-1682; www.forsythnaturecenter.org

17, 25    12th  Annual Community Bowl Making Day.  A chance to work with clay to create bowls for the upcoming Chili Bowl.  Free.   Women's Studio Workshop Gallery; 722 Binnewater, Rosendale;  3 sessions: noon-1:30pm, 2pm-3:30pm, 4pm-5:30pm; Please call to register at 658-9133; info@wsworkshop.org

18    12th 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;  Noon; 689-0718. Sign in will begin at 8am at noon. Varied starts begin at 9:30am. For information call Larry at 331-5201 or email  hughly669@aol.com    www.shandakenprimitivebiathlon.com

18    Sea Shanties at Kiersted House. An afternoon of historic sea songs and shanties performed by Rick Nestler is the first concert of the 2009 Hudson River Quadracentennial Celebration organized by the Heritage Folk Music. He will perform songs and tales that have been collected and preserved from the 19th century through the days of steam ships in the first half of the 20th century. Admission is $8. The Kiersted House, 119 Main St Saugerties; 3pm-5pm; For info contact Bob Lusk at 594-4412.

19    School's Out Winter Fun Day.  Banish cabin fever by letting your kids do something fun on their day off.  Scenic Hudson will offer guided snowshoe treks as well as tips on building snow caves and igloos. Youngsters also can create their own snow globes and learn how to make a fire the way Native Americans did hundreds of years ago, all while enjoying hot beverages, soups and warm baked goods.  Esopus  Meadows Preserve, River Road,  Esopus ; 10am-1pm; Contact Anthony Coneski at  473 4440 ex 273; www.scenichudson.org/events

24    Kids Winter Carnival and Torch Light Parade. Belleayre Mountain; Highmount; Carnival from noon-2pm, Torch Light parade at 4:30; 800-942-6904; www.belleayre.com

24    Owl Prowl at Shawangunk Grassland NWR in Galeville.  Transportation provided; $5 for residents, $7 for non-residents.  Forsyth Nature Center, Kingston;  2pm; 331-1682; www.forsythnaturecenter.org

26    5th Annual "Taste of the Town".  Sponsored by Belleayre Region Lodging and Tourism Association; Belleayre Mountain,  Highmount; 6pm; 800-942-6904; www.belleayre.com

31 (Snow date Feb. 7)     Performing Arts of Woodstock WinterFest  2009. Annual Fundraising Variety Show featuring Eric Jagoda,  Master of Ceremonies.  Performance by Ed Sanders, Mourka,  Warren Kelder,  Zury Oates, David Winograd & René Bailey with "The Saints of Swing",  Dennis Washington and the New Progressive Choir dancing to "The Saints of Swing".   Admission: $15, includes desserts and drinks. Woodstock Community Center, Rock City Road, Woodstock; 6:30pm; 679-7900;   www.performingartsofwoodstock.org

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FEBRUARY 2009

2     Annual MLK Celebration: The Legacy of King, The Hope of Obama. Keynote Speaker Pam Africa and friends Dr. Major Coleman, Professor Kaba Kamene and other invited guests.  Performances by Voices of Unity and SUNY New Paltz Student Spoken Word Poets  Free. Lecture Center 102, SUNY New Paltz; 7pm-9pm;   www.newpaltz.edu

5    Kingston S'Cool(s) Jazz Festival.  Featuring the J.W. Bailey Jazz Band, directed by Dan Shaut; the M.C. Miller Jazz Ensemble, directed by Phil Stephenson; the Kingston High School Jazz Band , directed by Dan Shaut; & the Kingston High School Jazz Ensemble, directed by Bob Shaut.  $10 /adult, $8 /senior/student.  Ulster Performing Arts Center, Broadway, Kingston; 7pm; 336-8205.

5, 6, 7, 8   Fresh Dance. Professional dancers, students and regional dance companies.  McKenna Theatre, SUNY New Paltz; Thursday-Friday 8pm; Sunday 2pm;  257-3880; www.newpaltz.edu/artsnews

7    First Saturday Art Receptions.  Held  throughout Kingston in various galleries.  Check website for schedule. 5pm-8pm; 338-0331; www.askforarts.org

7 (Snow date February 8)    2009 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;  Contact Ted Skaar at 687-5173; skaart@sunyulster.edu

7  (snowdate February 21)    10th Annual New Paltz Piano Fest. Featuring piano ensemble performances from 4 counties of all ages and ability levels. New Paltz High School, Otto Grassel Auditorium; 7:30pm; 256-9837; vshatalova@earthlink.net www.newpaltzpianofest.com

7, 14, 21, 28    Explore Thomas Felten Community Park. Sledding, snow sculpture, hiking, x-country skiing and more. Modena; 1pm-4pm; 883-6022; www.town.plattekill.ny.us

8    New Paltz Winter Carnival 2009.  Group ice skating and snowboarding lessons will be offered free of charge, public skating with music, snow sledding/tubing, Broom Ball and other activities will be offered as well as refreshments. New Paltz Sports and Recreation Park; 10am-4pm; 255-3631; recreation@townofnewpaltz.org

8    A Community Open House / Winter Wonderland.  Frost Valley YMCA, Claryville; 1pm-4pm   985-2291 or www.FrostValley.org

13-16    Presidents' Day Family Weekend at Frost Valley YMCA, Claryville, NY. Friday-Monday, Offering an assortment of indoor and outdoor seasonal activities for the entire family. Check-in starts at 5 p.m. Information/registration: (845) 985-2291, ext. 205; reservations@frostvalley.org    www.frostvalley.org

14    A Valentine Special.  Regional women writers from Skidmore reading original love poetry,  potluck dinner.  Pine Hill Community Center; 287 Main Street, Pine Hill; dinner 6pm, show 7pm-9pm; 254-5469; www.pinehillcommunitycenter.org

14    2nd Saturdays @ AIR: Acoustic Artists Coalition: Live Music, Food & Art. Admission includes munchies, coffee, tea, juice & seltzer. $10 per person. 71 O'Neil St. , Kingston; 8pm-11pm; Contact Jim Marzano, 331-2662; AirStudio@aol.com   www.airstudiogallery.com

14   Valentine's Day Dinner Dance. Walker Valley Fire House; 6pm-11pm; 744-5531.

15    Heritage Folk Music: "The Shape Note Singing of Louis Edson". Participatory workshop in 19th century singing styles. This event  is part of the 2009 Hudson River Quadracentennial Celebration.  Admission $8.  Dutch Arms Chapel, 16 John St., Saugerties; 3pm-5pm; 594-4412; heritagefolkmusic@gmail.com

20    86th Annual George Washington Dinner. This year’s celebration will honor the "Father of Our Country", by making him the guest speaker for the dinner. Actor and Historian Dean Malissa is an accomplished scholar and renowned for his portrayal of our first President. Sponsored by the Men's Club of Old Dutch Church. Reception and Dinner $40. Dinner $25/$30 Patron. Old Dutch Church, Kingston; Reception 5pm-6:45pm, Dinner 7pm; For tickets please call 338-6759.

21   Friends of the Kingston Library Annual Used Book Sale. Kingston Library; 10am-3pm; 331-0507.

21  3rd Annual Mardi Gras. Ice Carving competition, Mask-Making Workshop, Costume Contests, Food, Music, Parade.  Kingston Rondout Waterfront District; 12noon-6pm;   www.krbaonline.org

25, 26, 27    Black History Week.  Join the Rondout Center staff for a variety of exciting events to celebrate Black History Week. There will be a Carnival Night, Cultural and Educational activities, local church choirs and food and refreshments.  Rondout Neighborhood Center, Kingston; 6:30pm-8:30pm; www.kingston-ny.gov

27, 28, March 1    Ashokan  WinterFest.  Participate in activities such as maple sugaring, ice skating, snow tubing, colonial crafts, and a walk to 75 ft frozen waterfalls.  Workshops on teambuilding initiatives, nature journal writing,  astronomy, drumming, primitive skills, nature history hikes, etc. A variety of packages to choose from: $5 (limited times & activities) to $135 (all-inclusive).  Registration deadline is February 6.  For information regarding packages contact  657-8333 or  www.ashokancenter.org

28    12th Annual Chili Bowl Fiesta. Handmade bowls and tumblers.  Rosendale Recreation Center, Route 32; 2pm-7pm; 658-9133; www.wsworkshop.org

28    DanceFest!.  Annual  showcase of Hudson Valley dance talent by local dance schools.  $15 adults, $10 students/seniors/children under 12.  New Paltz High School, South Putt Corners Road; 7:30pm; 256-9300; www.vanavercaravan.org

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MARCH 2009


5    Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee: Regional Final. Quimby Theater, SUNY Ulster; Stone Ridge; 7pm; 687-5000.

6    Hudson Valley Songwriters Showcase.   A fabulous bill of fare designed to help music lovers drive away the late winter blues with Rex Fowler, Bar Scott, and Beaucoup Blue.  Unison Arts & Learning Center, New Paltz; 8pm; 255-1559;  www.unisonarts.org

6 (snow date March 7)    2nd Annual Alternative Teen Fashion Show.  "Paint the Town Green!".  Featuring unique outfits made from non-traditional and/or recycled materials. Marlboro Library, Route 9W, Marlboro; 7pm;  236-7272.

7    Ulster County Choral Music Festival. Young musicians from elementary, junior and senior high school choruses. Senate Gymnasium, SUNY Ulster, Stone Ridge; 4pm; 687-5000.

7    St. Patrick's Day Corned Beef Dinner.  Corn beef, cabbage, fixings, and dessert.  $10 adult, $8 senior, $5 child 6-12, under 5 free.  RSVP by 3/3.  First Presbyterian Church, Kingston; 6pm; 331-0633; firstpreskingston@verizon.net

7    St. Patrick's Day Corned Beef Dinner.  Old Lady of Fatima Parish Hall; Route 32, Plattekill; 4pm-8pm; 564-4972.

7    First Saturday Art Receptions. Held  throughout Kingston in various galleries. 5pm-8pm; Arts Society of Kingston (A.S.K.); 338-0331; www.askforarts.org

7    Maple Sugaring Day.  All welcome.  Homeschoolers & Scouts please note designated times will be set aside for your students and troops. Call or email to register your group to receive your time. Snowy/muddy conditions so please dress appropriately! $4.00 / person  donation -- $10 / Group donation. The Ashokan Center, Olivebridge; 11am-3pm; Call 657-8333; www.AshokanCenter.org

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8    6th 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. Mohonk Preserve, New Paltz; 1pm-3pm; 255-0919; www.mohonkpreserve.org

8    Dave Leonard's 14th Annual Pisces Party.  Music and free birthday cake. Admission is $10,  however admission is free for Pisces who show their ID. Bearsville Theater, Woodstock; 9pm; 679-4406; www.bearsvilletheater.com

14    2nd Saturdays @ AIR: Acoustic Artists Coalition: Live Music, Food & Art. Admission includes munchies, coffee, tea, juice & seltzer. $10 per person. 71 O'Neil St. , Kingston; 8pm-11pm; Contact Jim Marzano, 331-2662; AirStudio@aol.com   www.airstudiogallery.com

14  Save the Rosendale Street Festival "Winter Festival" Fundraiser. Please come out and support the Rosendale Street Festival at our fundraising party and have a great time while you're at it! Different performances by wonderful musicians hourly. This huge bash will be held at the Rosendale Recreation Center, 1055 Route 32, Rosendale; Noon-10pm; For info call 943-6497.

14    Ulster County Band Festival.  Students from area school bands and orchestras.  Senate Gymnasium,  SUNY Ulster; Stone Ridge; 4pm; 687-5000.

14    The Great American Annual Meat-Out 2009.  Featuring speaker John Novick.  Bring a vegan dish (no meat, poultry, fish, dairy or honey)  to share. Bring your own utensils and plates. Reservations required.  $10 for adults, $5 for teens, under 12 free, $20 w/o a dish.  Sponsored by the Mid-Hudson Vegetarian Society;  Messiah Parish Hall on Route 9 in the Village of Rhinebeck;  5pm;  876-2626; rsvp@mhvs.org

14, 21, 28     Maple Sugaring Program.   Learn the maple sugaring process from start to finish.  Forsyth Nature Center, Kingston; 11am; 331-1682; View Parks and Recreation  at  www.kingston-ny.gov

15    Kingston's Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade.  Parade route along Broadway; 1pm ; 331-7517;  www.ulsteraoh.com

15    Maple Sugar Hike at Frost Valley.  Enjoy a late winter hike amidst the Catskill Mountain high peaks and get a firsthand look at Frost Valley's maple sugaring activities - all phases of the sugaring operation, from the tap to the sugar shack, where nature's sweetest product is produced locally each year by the Frost Valley staff and sugar-loving volunteers.  Space is limited to 30, so interested hikers are asked to pre-register.  Frost Valley YMCA,  Claryville; 1pm; Information/registration:  985-2291, ext. 397, e-mail: rbauer@frostvalley.org    www.FrostValley.org

15    21st Annual Shamrock Run.  A 2 mile run to benefit the AOH Feed the Hungry Project.  Parade and Post-race party at the Rondout Neighborhood Center  following run. From Academy Green to Broadway, Kingston; Check in across from Academy Green at Gov. Clinton Apartments, 1 Albany Ave., Kingston; Registration 10:30am-12:30pm; Run starts 12:50pm sharp; 340-0001; www.shamrockrunners.org

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21    The 18th 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 promptly begins at 1:30pm; 254-4012;   www.pinehillarms.com

21    3rd Saturday Phoenicia Art Openings:  "Madness".  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

21    Maple Sugaring Program.  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.  Fosyth Nature Center, Kingston; 11am; 331-1682, ext 132.

21     Annual Charity Pie Baking Contest at Coleman High School.  The Coleman Cares 4-H Youth Club of Ulster County will host their second annual pie baking contest. $7 entry fee per pie. Pie tasting and tea at 1:00pm when the winners will be announced. Professional judges will be on hand to award prizes for each class.  All proceeds will benefit The Smile Train, the worlds leading cleft palette surgery organization for children.  Event is sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County’s 4-H Youth Development Program. Event takes place at John A. Coleman High School, 430 Hurley Avenue, Kingston; For more information call Michele Grazier, 845-338-2750.

21    9th Annual Stories, Histories, and Tall Tales of the Town of Olive! Presented by Helen Chase and invited readers. Event will take place around the fireplace. Hot chocolate will be served. Historical Society of the Town of Olive; Olive Free Library, Route 28A, West Shokan; 9:30am-noon.

21,22   2009 Lions Club Expo.   Hudson Valley Mall, Ulster Avenue, Ulster/Kingston.

21, 22, 28, 29    Frost Valley YMCA  Maple Sugar Open House.  Guided tours every half-hour and a new maple sugar relay for kids. Free.  Frost Valley YMCA, Claryville;  9am-4pm; 985-2291, ext. 397; rbauer@frostvalley.org    www.FrostValley.org

22-April 3     Hudson Valley Restaurant Week 2009.   Top restaurants throughout Ulster County will offer special three-course dinners for $28.09 (plus beverages, tax, and gratuity) and some will also offer special three-course lunches for $20.09. Sunday through Friday only. www.hudsonvalleyrestaurantweek.com

27-29    Women's Wellness Weekend.  workshops, yoga, hikes, painting, pottery,  pilates  and more; Frost Valley YMCA; Claryville; 985-2291; www.frostvalley.org

28    Spring Cleaning Barn Sale. Furniture, books, clothing, toys, tools, artwork, antiques and much more. Unison Arts and Learning Center, New Paltz; 9am-4pm; 255-1559;  www.unisonarts.org

28  12th Annual Spring Penny Social. Highland Hose Station #1, Milton Ave., Highland; doors open at 5:30pm, calling starts at 6:30pm; 691-2152.

28    Annual Crazy Hat Bingo Party. Admission $20, $10/seniors. Admission to this Bingo game with a fashion-forward twist includes food and soft drinks. BYOB. Open only to individuals 21 years and older. Proceeds will support the cultural programs of the Civic Association.  Advance reservations (by March 21 at the latest) are strongly recommended since space is limited. Marbletown Community Center, Route 209, Stone Ridge; 7pm; 399-9300; info@highfallscivic.org

28     Hudson River Playback Theatre presents “The Pet Show: Stories your pets would like to tell (or you'd like to tell about them).” Audience members' true stories acted out on the spot. All welcome. Admission by donation. Woodstock Community Center, Rock City Road, Woodstock; 4pm;  www.hudsonriverplayback.org

28    Maple Sugaring Program.  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.  Fosyth Nature Center, Kingston; 11am; 331-1682, ext 132.

29    Lowe's 5K for United Way.  Annual fitness event to raise funds for the United Way of Ulster County.  5K run or walk, children's one-mile race, dancing, drumming, raffles, refreshments and fun. POOK and All ENERGY Dance Teams from the Center for Creative Education will be performing at 9:30am. Entry fee: $15 prior to March 20 and $20 on race day. Children under 12 are free. Race day registration is 8:30am-9:30am beside Lowe's Garden Center, or pre-register online. 901 Frank Sottlie Blvd, Kingston; Kid's mile race starts at 9:45am, 5k race at 10am;  www.uwuc.org

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APRIL 2009

March 22-April 3     Hudson Valley Restaurant Week 2009.   Top restaurants throughout Ulster County will offer special three-course dinners for $28.09 (plus beverages, tax, and gratuity) and some will also offer special three-course lunches for $20.09. Sunday through Friday only.  www.hudsonvalleyrestaurantweek.com

2   The 400th Anniversary Celebration of Henry Hudson's Voyage. Ulster County's Quadricentennial Celebration will officially kick off with a mini-celebration featuring colorful, artist-designed banners, old-time music and samples of the “$16.09 specials” that will be offered by many area restaurants. The event will be an occasion for representatives from the arts, historical and community organizations that are sponsoring Quad-related events, local governmental officials, and other Quad participants to meet and greet each other. The public is also welcome to attend. Holiday Inn, Kingston; 5pm-7pm; For info contact Nancy Donskoj at 338-6473.

3    Hudson Valley Songwriters Showcase.  Blues, jazz, r&b, folk, bluegrass, cabaret. $8 members, $10 non-members prepaid / All tickets $2 more at the door. Unison Arts & Learning Center, New Paltz; 8:00pm; 255-1559; www.unisonarts.org

3, 4    Rally New York.  Opening First Round of the US Rally Championship. Honor's Haven Resort, Ellenville; 794-4096; A Spectator Guide with the list of entries and maps is available for downloading at http://www.rallynewyork.net/rnyusa2009.html    

www.rallynewyork.com

4    Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary Opening Day 2009. Come visit over 100 rescued farm animals, including educational tours and events. 35 Van Wagner Road, Willow, NY; 11am-4pm; 679-5955; www.woodstocksanctuary.org

4    First Saturday Art Receptions.  Held throughout Kingston in various galleries.  Arts Society of Kingston (A.S.K.); 5pm-8pm; 338-0331; www.askforarts.org

4    7th Annual Chocolate Social.  Enjoy delicious and beautifully presented chocolate delights prepared by members of our Teen Leadership Board. The proceeds will benefit future programs at the Teen Center. Adult only event. $10.  Teen Leadership Center, Stone Ridge; 7pm-10pm; 687-9101.

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4    Annual Spring Penny Social. The event will include a children's table, a special table, bake sale and 50/50 raffle. Sponsored by the Ten Broeck Commons Resident's Council.  Ten Broeck Commons, Leggs Mill Rd., Lake Katrine; doors open at noon, calling starts at 2pm; 943-6877.

4   15th Annual Margaretville Memorial Hospital Spring Fair. Featured events will be the popular Easter Egg Treasure Hunt, photos with the Easter Bunny, crafts, candy, baked goods, and products by Avon.  Door prizes will also be plentiful. Auxiliary members will providing their famous sandwich and soup bar, as well as baked goods.  Free. The Auxiliary of Margaretville Memorial Hospital and Mountainside Residential Care Center; Mountainside is located on Route 28, Margaretville adjacent to the hospital; 10am-3pm; For info, please contact Sue Adams at 586-1175.

4    22nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt.  Ages 1-12 welcome to participate and pick up the more than 5000 eggs in search of the gold and silver eggs. Meet the Easter Bunny and Leo the Lion.  Free ballons!  Loads of fun! 50/50 raffle! This event is a New Paltz tradition and is free and sponsored by the New Paltz Youth Program, the NPPD, the PBA and the Hugeonot Historical Society; Hugeonot Street, New Paltz; 1pm;  www.npyp.org

4, 5    Kids Expo 2009.  Two day festival of fun for the whole family, hands-on exhibits, entertainment, a parade and many activities.., The Mid-Hudson Civic Center will be full of interactive booths for kids, Market St. will feature food and unique family attractions and the Mid-Hudson Children's Museum will be open with over 50 hands on exhibits and live entertainment, Hudson Valley Renegades activities and much more!  Visit www.kids-expo.org   for more information, schedules and an event coupon!

4, 5    Catskill Animal Sanctuary's Opening. Tours and up-close encounters with a variety of over 150 animals ambassadors, including horses, goats, pigs, cows, sheep and others.  Free admission with a valid membership card. Not a member? You can join when you arrive! Non-member admission prices: $10 General / $5 Seniors & Children 12 and under.  316 Old Stage Rd., Saugerties; Kids Tour at 1pm, general tours at 11am, 12pm, and 2pm ; 336-8447; www.casanctuary.org

5    Antique Postcard Show.  The largest postcard show in upstate New York. Admission $3.   Midtown Neighborhood Center; 467 Broadway, Kingston; 9am-4pm; 338-4825;  kaaterskillpcclub@yahoo.com

11   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

11   6th Annual 4-H Spring Fun Festival. Educational fun for the entire family.  T reasure hunt, baby chicks and other cute critters, children's crafts, face painting, Easter egg coloring plus informative sessions for parents and children including how to raise poultry in your backyard and Bunny Basics workshops for those interested in raising rabbits (11:00am and 2:00pm). Learn more about Ulster County 4-H youth clubs and how to participate in the 2009 Ulster County Fair. All proceeds support the 4-H Feathered Friends Poultry Club of Ulster County community service projects. Bring a donation of dog, cat, rabbit or bird food which will be distributed to regional animal shelters and receive a special gift! $2 per child, $3 per adult, or $6 per family. High Falls Fire House, High Falls; 10:00am to 4:00pm.

11    Annual Spring Egg Hunt.  Family friendly activity. Forsyth Nature Center, Kingston; noon; 331-1682; www.forsythnaturecenter.org

11    Native American Celebration. Join the folks from the Big Indian Native American Cultural Center as they share some food, ceremony, drumming, singing and dancing. All are welcome!  Free.  This will happen every second Saturday through December. Pine Hill Community Center, Pine Hill; noon-4pm; 254-5469; www.pinehillcommunitycenter.org

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17, 18, 19    Hudson Valley Outdoor Recreation Expo.  An event that brings all aspects of outdoor recreation together in one place.  Whether you are a sportsman, boater, bicyclist, camper, hiker, or just love the great outdoors, this show will present products and services that meet your needs or may even inspire you to become more involved in outdoor life. Adults $10, children under 12 free.  Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck;  Friday Noon-6pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am-6pm; 876-6403;  hvexpo@aol.com    www.hvexpo.com

18    Kids Classic XIII. Day of races and activities to celebrate and promote youth health and fitness. Every kid is winner! Dietz Stadium, Kingston ; Register online early registration, registration ends April 10 at the YMCA. View website for complete schedule of events; Contact Justin Ihne; 338-3810 ex. 106; jihne@ymcaulster.org www.ymcaulster.org

18    3rd Saturday 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

18   3rd Annual Margaretville Hospital Dance-a-Thon. Featuring live music from Blues Maneuver. Country line dancers Rose and Gordy Stahl and professional swing dance teacher, Kyla Marion, will be back to demonstrate new steps. Guests will enjoy a buffet dinner and the Auxiliary's famous desserts. Tickets $30 in advance, $35 at the door. Tickets are available at the Auxiliary Thrift Shop, 850 Main Street, Margaretville or mail a check, payable to the Margaretville Hospital Auxiliary, along with a stamped self-addressed envelope to Pat Kolar, Margaretville Hospital, 42084 state Highway 28, Margaretville, NY 12455. Hosted by the Margaretville Hospital Auxiliary; Belleayre Ski Center's Upper Lodge; 7pm; 586-2631, ext. 3145.

18    Ulster County Science Fair.  Area students compete for prizes. Student Dining Center, SUNY Ulster,  Stone Ridge; 10:30am-1:30pm; 687-5035.

18    Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Collection Day 2009.  UCRRA provides a safe alternative for drop off of unwanted paints, pesticides and other household chemicals and electronics. This event is for Ulster County Residents only. Waste from businesses, organizations and farms is not accepted.  Pre-registration required.  Sign up by calling the Agency recycling hotline 336-3336 and leaving your name, address and phone number or online at www.ucrra.org/recycling/hhw.htm

18    Honoring The Earth Celebration.   A day to honor Earth Day, Arbor Day and the National Environmental Educators Week.  Nature hikes, plant sale, gardening demonstrations and other nature-based activities.  $5 per person, kids under 5 free, group discounts.  Ashokan Center, Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge; 10am-5pm; 657-8333; www.AshokanCenter.org

18    Gardens for Nutrition Annual Spring Event. Sign up for a garden plot. Meet other gardeners. Guest speaker Jim Hyland, the founder of Winter Sun Farms, will share some of his knowledge of freezing garden surplus as a way of preserving. Winter Sun Farms has partnered with local farms to create a winter share of locally grown frozen produce.  Refreshments will be available.  New Paltz Village Hall, New Paltz; 10am-12noon; 256-9233; gardensfornutrition@yahoo.com

18,19    Shawangunk Wine Trail "Pasta PrimoVino." Take a tour of the wineries and celebrate Spring as they pair several wines with delicious pasta recipes. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Tickets are good for both days. Purchase tickets online or call for more information. Various wineries; 10am-6pm; 255-2494; www.shawangunkwinetrail.com

19    8th Annual Complementary Medicine Conference: A Holistic Approach to Breast Health.  Presented by Breast Cancer Options, this conference will focus on treating the whole person addressing the value of mind-body & spirit, food as medicine, nutritional supplements, natural hormones and hormone balance, detoxification, risk reduction, environmental links to cancer, and more. Speakers include: Mitchell Gaynor, MD; Elizabeth Boham, MD; Ron Stram, MD; Scott Berliner, RPH. CE Nursing Credits offered. Co-sponsored by SUNY New Paltz Dept. of Nursing; Women's Studies.  SUNY New Paltz; 8am-5pm; 339-4673; www.breastcanceroptions.org/ComplementaryMedicineCo.asp

19   7th Annual Earth Day Fair: Keep on Greening. Displays, demonstrations, food & fun! More than 25 local environmental friendly individuals & groups sharing their ideas for taking better care of this Earth. Sponsored by The Caring for Creation Committee of the Reformed Church of New Paltz; 92 Huguenot St., New Paltz; 11:30am-3pm; For info or to participate, call Jim O'Dowd 255-4170.

19    3rd Annual Healthy Kids Day. The YMCA Healthy Kids Day event is celebrated annually as a free, community-based day of activities to promote healthy kids and families. Many community resources will be part of the day providing information and activity on nutrition, fitness, health and safety. The list of Activities for Healthy Kids¹ Day includes: Cheerleading Demonstrations, Tae Kwon Do demonstrations, Fun Bike Race, Healthy Hikes, Fun Run, Tours of Camp, and the Flying Squirrel adventure. There will also be turkey call craft, smokehouse tours, fingerprinting, proper hand washing techniques, indoor climbing, obstacle course, composting/organic gardening, mountain boarding, face painting and yoga and healthy snacks.  Frost Valley YMCA, Claryville; 2pm-5pm;  For info call 985-2291 ext 301 or email info@frostvalley.org    www.frostvalley.org

21    5th Taste of Rhinebeck. Travel on foot around Rhinebeck and stop to sample items from restaurants and spirit shops en route. People's Choice Awards give attendees the chance to vote on their favorites in each category: Best Overall, Best Appetizer, Best Main Course and Best Dessert and Best Beverage awards. Benefit Northern Dutchess Hospital Foundation. Wristbands/$75. Village of Rhinebeck, 6pm-9pm; 871-3505.

22   Gardiner Earth Day Celebration. Refreshments including grass-fed beef burgers will be served during the celebration! In addition, the first 50 attendees will receive Colorado Blue Spruce tree saplings. Recyclable totes will also be distributed during our Earth Day Celebration; Ulster Savings Bank, 2201 Rt. 44/55, Gardiner; 9am-4pm.

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22    Earthday 2009 - Composting 101.    Learn how to turn yard waste and food into valuable organic matter! See a demonstration on how to create valuable high quality compost.  The environmental education staff will discuss methods of containment, processing do's and don'ts, and best practices. One lucky participant will go home with a free backyard composter. This program is free. Forsyth Nature Center, Kingston; 3:30pm; 331-1682; www.forsythnaturecenter.org

24   Subway of Pine Bush is holding a  Lia Sophia “ Blingo Party” to Raise Funds for Relay for Life.  Walker Valley Schoolhouse in Walker Valley; 7pm;  Please contact Cathy Corti @ 744-8865 or Jeanette Coates @ 744-3193 to reserve your spot.

25  (Rain Date May 2)    Earth Day Street Fair. Environmental groups from around the Hudson Valley will provide info on green living, green pets, organic gardening, and composting.  There will also be a kid's corner, butterfly garden seed cups, healthy baked goods, veggie dog treats, and live music by Glory Road. Clinton Avenue United Methodist Church; Clinton Ave. and Liberty St., Kingston; 11am-4pm; for info call 331-7188.

25 (Rain Date April 26)    19th Annual Beltane Festival. Renaissance and Craft Faire. Center for Symbolic Studies at Stone Mountain Farm; 1pm-10pm; 658-8540; www.symbolicstudies.org

25     Cornell Garden Day 2009: "The Frugal Gardener".  Hands-on and how-to classes for gardeners for gardeners offered by master gardeners and area experts. Pre-registration is $30 per person if received on or before Friday, April 17, along with your choices of 4 separate classes for the day. Registration the day of the event is $35. Vanderlyn Hall, SUNY Ulster, Stone Ridge; 8:30am-4pm; 340-3990; http://counties.cce.cornell.edu/ulster

25    10th Annual Heart of the Catskills Humane Society's Spring Dinner Dance and Auction. Rt. 28, Belleayre Ski Resort; 6pm; For ticket information www.heartofthecatskills.org

25, 26    The Hudson Valley Green Fair. The fair will showcase products and services that offer a better Green alternative, while at the same time educating thousands of consumers who are ready to take the next step in helping to save our environment. Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck;10am-6pm; 471-8404; info@hvgreenfair.com    www.hudsonvalleygreenfair.com

25, 26    The Hudson Valley Beer & Fine Food Festival. Sample food from the area's best restaurants and over 100 different beers from craft breweries and brewpubs across the state. View website for complete schedule of events and to purchase tickets. Must be 21 and older to attend. Hunter Mountain; Saturday 1pm-5pm, Sunday noon-4pm; 800-486-8376; www.tap-ny.com

26   1st Annual Rosendale Pet Festival. A benefit for the new town dog shelter. Free admission, donations welcome (humans only please). Meet author Beth Quinn with special guests Cindy Brody, Marisa Anderson, Joan Apter and Jane Kopelman. Pet marketplace, children's activities, and more! Rosendale Community Center, 1055 Rt. 32, Rosendale; 11am-4pm; rosendalerecreation@gmail.com or call 389–2205.

28   Highland Community Fair. Explore the options and services that the Highland community has to offer. Refreshments, hot dogs and other foods will be on sale. Highland High School, Pancake Hollow Rd., Highland; 6pm-8pm.


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MAY 2009

1   Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild: 2009 Annual Members Show: "ReMember Show". Opening Reception.  Exhibition May 1-June 7.  Kleinert/James Arts Center, 34 Tinker St. Woodstock; 5pm-7pm; 679-2079; www.woodstockguild.org

2    9th Annual Women's Health & Fitness Expo.  Join thousands of women to learn, unwind, ask questions & get all the tools you need for healthier living! Over 150 exhibits. 20+ free health screenings osteoporosis, blood pressure, glucose, depression, body fat, others). Informative seminars,workshops & demos. Private mini-consultations with specialists at "The Doctor is In" booth. Plus Healthy Cooking Food Court, exercise & movement workshops, complementary medicine and spa area and The Book Nook. This is a day just for women, and the men in their lives.  7:30am -5pm; Tech City, Kingston;  getfit@womenshealthexpo.com    www.womenshealthexpo.com

2    First Saturday Art Receptions.  Held throughout Kingston in various galleries.  Arts Society of Kingston (A.S.K.); 5pm-8pm; 338-0331; www.askforarts.org

2     Opening Day of Historic Walking/Driving Tour of Milton.  Self-guided trail maps will be available at the 1883 Milton-on-Hudson Train Station, during and following an opening reception.  The trail follows the Hudson River waterfront and explores the history of the area. Guides will be on hand at points of interest to answer questions; Milton-on-Hudson Train Station, on the river at the end of Dock Road, Milton; 1pm-4pm;  For more info call Kathy Guarino at 236-3508; kbarcory@gmail.com

2    Cinco de Mayo Festival.  Dance Folkloric, Cumbia and Ranchera music, Merengue and Mariachi bands, food & children's entertainment.  Casa Villa Restaurant, Kingston; noon-9pm; 331-7646.

2, 3    4th Annual Hudson Valley Mayfaire.   Come join the revelry.  Armored jousting on horseback, food and drink, comedy and drama, Shakespeare, song and dance and more.  Ulster County Fairground, New Paltz; 11am-6pm; 338-3468;  www.hvmayfaire.com

3    Birthday Bash for Pete Seeger: Songfest and Singalong with Byrdsong. The event is being held to honor Pete Seeger's 90th birthday and support his nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize.  Kleinert/James Arts Center, 34 Tinker St., Woodstock; 4pm; 679-2079; www.woodstockguild.org

3    1st Annual Spring Sprint 5k Trail Run - Shaupeneak Ridge.   Lace up your sneakers for our First Annual Spring Sprint, a challenging and technical 5k run on Shaupeneak Ridge's rugged trails. While competing for great prizes, entrants will be rewarded with magnificent views of the Hudson River and Louisa Pond.  Registration is  $10, payable on race day.  Please pre-register online. Upper parking area at Shaupeneak Ridge, Poppletown Road, Esopus; Race begins at 10:15am, registration from 9am-10am; aconeski@scenichudson.org    www.scenichudson.org

3    Native American History and Culture Day.   Experience aspects of New York and Hudson Valley Native American culture of the past and present through drum, singing and dance performances, demonstrations of Native American crafts and technologies, and storytelling.  Fun and active learning for all ages.  Free admission. Senate House State Historic Site, 296 Fair Street, Kingston; 11am-4:30pm; 338-2786;   pam.malcolm@oprhp.state.ny.us

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9      2nd Saturdays @ AIR:  Acoustic Artists Coalition & Art Party.  Music, food and art. $10 per person. Admission includes munchies, coffee, tea, juice & seltzer (BYOB).  Red Hot Mamas with Elly Winninger, Barbara Dempsey, Rene Baily & The Saints of Swing. 71 O'Neil St., Kingston; 8pm-11pm; Contact Jim Marzano; 331-2662; AirStudio@aol.com   www.airstudiogallery.com

9    5th Annual Rosendale Earthfest and Expo – “Many Backyards, one world”. Exhibitors and speakers on the water and habitats around us, local food production, alternative energy, energy efficiency, and green-building.  Arm-of-the-Sea Puppet Theater, music by Dog on Fleas, food, craft-making, and fun, hands-on activities for all.  Rosendale Recreation Center, Route 32, Rosendale; 10am-5pm; 658-8967.

9    2nd Annual  5K Trolley Run.  The run will kick off the seasonal events along Kingston's  historic and beautiful waterfront.  Trolley Museum of New York; 89 East Strand; Kingston; 10am; 331-3399;  www.tmny.org

9    1st Annual Gardiner Cupcake Festival. The day will include a cupcake bake off, cupcake decorating and lots of cupcakes for sale. Live music, local food, shopping and more. Life should be one big celebration so join us! Main Street, Gardiner; 1pm-5pm; 256-1122; www.TownOfGardiner.org

15    6th Annual Italian Dinner. Dinner includes pasta, salad, bread, beverage and desert. Music by the JWB Band Ensemble and George Washington Elementary students.  Adults $5, children/seniors $4, (early birds $4 from 4pm-5pm).  George Washington Elementary, 67 Wall St, Kingston; 4pm-7pm; 338-1978.

16    Go Green Energy Fair.  Exhibitors encompassing all aspects of green building, design, Installation and products will be on hand. Speakers 10Am - 11:30  Pat Courtney NYSERDA incentives, govt rebates etc., some live music, food by Lori's Catering, and special childrens programs. Closing remarks on ecological issues.

Mountainview Studio, Woodstock; 10am-6pm; Cathy or Tom at 679-0901 or e-mail kngfu2003 @yahoo.com .   www.mtnviewstudio.com

16    3rd Saturday 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


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16    New Paltz Third Saturday Art Loop. Eleven of New Paltz's finest art and cultural venues form The Art Loop which starts at 4pm  with a special "after loop" mixer from 8pm-10pm at the Water Street Market on Main Street. The Art Loop is free and open to the public.   www.newpaltzarts.org

16    Spring Heritage Day Quadricentennial Celebration Event.   Special program by Laurence Hauptman "The Munsee Indians at the Time of Henry Hudson."   Replica of the "Half Moon" with 4-H Captain, crew, and Native Americans.  Heritage crafts, genealogy, books, and food. Free parking and free admission.  Friends of Historic Rochester Museum; 12 Main Street, Accord; 10am-3pm;   687-9998.

16    Esopus Creek Kayak Tour.  Paddle the urban jungle that is Kingston's Esopus Creek. $30 for Kingston residents, $40 for non-residents. Forsyth Nature Center, Lucas Ave., Kingston; 10am;   For information call 331-1682 ext. 132;  forsytheducation@aol.com    www.forsythnaturecenter.org

16    Saugerties Stone House Tour.  Tour nine historic houses. In advance: $10.00, day of tour $20.00.  Limited tickets available at Smith's Hardware, Hudson Valley Guild Booktrader and Muddy Cup/Inquiring Mind, all in Saugerties. By mail: Stone House Tour, P.O. Box 296, Saugerties, NY 12477; 11am-5pm. For info contact Susan Puretz at 246-1823; puretzs@newpaltz.edu

16    Springtide & Rondout Water Festival:  400 Years of Boating & Living on the Hudson. Boats representing every century,  children's activities, educational & interactive displays, music, food & more. Rondout Waterfront, Kingston; noon-5pm;  339-6925,  338-0071;  www.hrmm.org

16, 17 (Rain date June 6, 7)    Woodstock Annual Sidewalk Sale.   Sponsored by the Woodstock Chamber of Commerce & Arts.  Woodstock NY; 679-6234; www.woodstockchamber.com


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16, 17    Relay for Life of SUNY New Paltz. Your Relay for Life is about celebration, remembrance, and hope. By participating, you honor cancer survivors, pay tribute to the lives we've lost to the disease, and raise money to help fight it all right here in your community. View registration information online. Cantine Field, Saugerties; 7am-5:30am;  www.events.cancer.org

16, 17    Annual Flea Market at Rhinebeck. Gigantic flea market and garage sale held indoors and out. More than 350 vendors. Food court. Rain or shine. Free admission. Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck; Saturday 9am-4pm, Sunday 9am-3pm; 876-4001.

17   5th Annual Rosendale Car Show to benefit the Rosendale Youth Program at the Rosendale Recreation Center. Free admisison; DJ, food, vendors, prizes, raffles and great pre - 1981 cars. Hosted by the Rosendale Street Rods Car Club; 10am-4pm; 658-8982;  www.rosrods.com

17      3rd Annual Ulster County Wing Fling. Competition to find the best wings in Ulster County featuring more than a fifteen restaurants in Ulster County as well as delicious micro brew beer. Enjoy music and activities for the whole family. Rain or shine. Adults $5.00, children 10 & under free. Sponsored by Rhinebeck Savings Bank and Naccarato Insurance. Cantine Field, Washington Avenue, Saugerties; 11:30am-5pm; 338-5100.

17    Equifest Trade Show.  Vendors ringside and an Open Horse Show with proceeds going to the 4-H Equine program.  Ulster County Fairgrounds; New Paltz; Show starts at 8am;  436-7669; www.uchc-ny.org

17    Pine Hill Community Center Food Distribution Program Fundraiser Brunch.  Help the center raise funds for the community meal and food distribution program, helping local families in hard times.  Expect a signature meal from the always delicious and creative kitchens of the Peekamoose.  Drinks also available.  $25; Peekamoose Restaurant, Big Indian; noon-2pm; 254-5469; info@pinehillcommunitycenter.org    www.pinehillcommunitycenter.org

20, 21, 22, 23, 24    HITS on the Hudson I. World-class equestrian show jumping. View website for schedule of events. Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

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23    Opening Day of Hors'n Around Saugerties. A Summer Long Celebration. Carousel horses, decorated by local artists celebrating the Hudson-Fulton-Champlain Quadricentennial on display throughout the Nationally Registered Historic Saugerties Business District through September 12th.  Village of Saugerties; 800- 957-0124; Contact Beth Murphy at eamurphy@webjogger.net or visit www.horsnaroundsaugerties.com

23    "Abraham Lincoln In Song: His Truth Is Marching On".  A concert to celebrate the 200th birthday of Abraham Lincoln.  Jay Ungar and Molly Mason and Kim and Reggie Harris will perform, along with the 77th New York Regimental Balladeers among others.  A candlelit tour of the Union and Confederate reenactment camps will follow the concert.  Tickets $15; Sponsored by The Ashokan Center and Dutchess County Council on the Arts. Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge; 7:30pm; 657-8333; www.ashokancenter.org

23    8th Annual Wildflower Festival.  On-going talks and demonstrations about native wildflowers,  herbs, gardening and land preservation. Plants, pottery and garden art for sale. Rare and limited stock will be offered.  Free admission to all events.  Catskill Native Nursery, 607 Samsonville Rd, Kerhonkson; 10am-3:30pm; 626-2758; www.catskillnativenursery.com

23 (Rain date May 24)    The HITS-on-the-Hudson 2nd Annual Classic Car Showcase.  Hot rods, classics and antique cars will compete for the prizes based on votes from the crowd. The most popular car will take home the HITS Horse Power Trophy.  Saugerties; 10am-5pm;  To register a car, please call HITS' Director of Special Events Chris Mayone at 246-8833 or e-mail Chris@HitsShows.com

23 (Rain date May 24)    10th Annual “Sponsor a Kid” Striper Tournament and Barbecue. Certified Marine Service, Connelly; 339-3060; www.certifiedmarineservice.com

23, 24    First Annual "Ashokan Civil War Days".  A commemoration of  the 150th Anniversary of the American Civil War.  Activities will include mid-19th century crafts, period music showcases and workshops, dance programs, Union and Confederate portrayals, life of the soldier and in-camp demonstrations, infantry drills and firing demonstrations, artillery and mounted cavalry presentations, appearances by our 16th President Abraham Lincoln and the "Sage of Slabsides", John Burroughs, and more. Tickets $5; Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge; Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 10am-2pm; 657-8333;  www.ashokancenter.org

23, 24   33rd  Rhinebeck Antiques Fair. Spring show held entirely indoors, rain or shine. Extensive food court.  On-site delivery service.  Free parking.  Admission $9, discount admission card online. Dutchess County Fairgrounds, 6550 Springbrook Ave., Rt. 9, Rhinebeck; Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-4pm;  876-1989;  www.RhinebeckAntiquesFair.com

23, 24, 25    Woodstock/ New Paltz Art & Crafts Fair. Juried crafts fair. Over 300 artists and craftspeople. Exhibitions, demonstrations, children's center, furniture, supplies, entertainment, specialty foods and health care products. Adults $7, Seniors $6, Children under 16 free. Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm, Monday, 10am-4pm; Ulster County Fairgrounds, New Paltz; 679-8087 or 246-3414; www.quailhollow.com


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24   HITS on the Hudson: $50,000 Grand Prix.  Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

27    American Legion Post 1026 Annual Memorial Day Parade.  The parade will start at Noon at the Woodstock Playhouse and proceed up Mill Hill Road, turning right on Rock City Road to the Woodstock Cemetery. After a brief memorial ceremony at the war memorial, the parade will re-form and return down Rock City Road to Tinker Street, continuing through the village to it's Neher Street end.  Participants will assemble at the Woodstock Playhouse parking grounds starting at 11am.

27, 28, 29, 20, 31   HITS on the Hudson II. World-class equestrian show jumping. View website for schedule of events. Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

29, 30, 31    Mountain Jam V.   Now in its fifth year this three day music festival was named one of the the top eight music festivals in the country by Rolling Stone in 2008.  Friday and Saturday feature Gov't Rule,  Sunday features the Allman Brothers Band.  Mountain Jam is co-produced by Radio Woodstock and Warren Haynes. Hunter Mountain Ski Bowl, Route 23A, Hunter; For info and tickets www.mountainjam.com

30     Woodstock PTA Giant Yard Sale. Rain or Shine! Woodstock Elementary School, Route 375, Woodstock; 9am-3pm; 679-2316.

30     5th Saturday Series with Denis Jordan Finley at AIR Studio Gallery.   A songwriting workshop for musicians in the afternoon 3pm-10pm, followed by a performance with Denise & the workshop participants at 8pm.  AIR Studio, 71 O'Neil St, Kingston.   Contact Denise at 518.598.8276,  BackwaterMusic@yahoo.com  or www.DeniseJordanFinley.com

30     "TASTE OF"  HITS-ON-THE-HUDSON.  Restaurants from the surrounding areas will be here offering samples from their sumptuous and varied menus. 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

30      Old New Paltz Day. Street festival focusing on the unique Huguenot and Dutch heritage. Demonstrators, local authors, seven 18th century stone house museums, all open for the day. Historic Huguenot Street, 18 Broadhead Avenue, New Paltz; 11am- 5pm; 255-1660; www.huguenotstreet.org

30    First Annual Healthy Living Expo.   Something for everyone. Blood pressure checks, Diabetes screenings, blood drive, car seat safety checks and much more.  Lectures & workshops on topics such as weight loss, women & Heart Disease & "Living the 100 Year Lifestyle".    Healthy cooking demo by Stacey Hawkins, from cable TV's "Real Meals" and performances by Madeline's Dance Center.  Raffles and prizes throughout the day and a Wii Fit competition on a huge projection screen.  Free. Marlboro Elementary School, 1380 Rt. 9W, Marlboro; 10am-4pm; 236-9162; www.wileschiropractic.com/HealthyLivingExpo

31   HITS on the Hudson: $75,000 Grand Prix.  Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

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JUNE 2009

3, 4, 5, 6, 7   HITS on the Hudson III. World-class equestrian show jumping. View website for schedule of events. Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

5    Music on the Bridge.  A concert on the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail Bridge over the Wallkill River to celebrate National Trails Day and the Hudson-Fulton-Champlain Quadricentennial.  Featuring Vickie Russell, Betty and the Baby Boomers, the Bernstein Bard Trio, and Beaucoup Blues.  Park at BOCES on Rte. 32 North in New Paltz and enjoy a beautiful stroll up the rail trail to the bridge (no bicycles, please). 1pm -5pm; For more information email gorailtrail@yahoo.com or  www.gorailtrail.org

6    12th Annual Saugerties Library Fair.  Hudson Talbott River of Dreams book talk & signing at 10am. Children's River Of Dreams Mural including the art work of 270 students from the Cahill Elementary School, Morse Elementary School, Mt. Marion Elementary School,  Riccardi Elementary School, St. Mary's School, Woodstock Day School, and the homeschool families of Glenerie, High Woods and Blue Mountain. Yoga, Music.  Adult admission is $1 and children are free.  Sponsored by  Friends of the Saugerties Public Library.  KIWANIS ICE ARENA,  Small World  & Washington Ave., Saugerties; 9am-3pm.

6    First Saturday Art Receptions.  Held throughout Kingston in various galleries.  Arts Society of Kingston (A.S.K.); 5pm-8pm; 338-0331;  www.askforarts.org

6     Hudson Health Plan Bike Rodeo. Rain or Shine Event! Bring your bikes! Free activities provided, including bounce houses and music. Sponsored by Mid-Hudson Health and Safety Institute and the Ulster County Sheriiff's office. George Washington Elementary School, Kingston; noon-3:00pm; For info email avelez@hudsonhealthplan.org or 742-1396.

6    11th Annual Great Plant Swap and Sale.  Sponsored by Master Gardener Program of Cornell Cooperative Extension.  Pavilion near Forsyth Nature Center, Kingston; 9am-10am plant drop offs; 11am-11:30am swap only; 11:30am swap and sale; 340-3478; counties.cce.cornell.edu/ulster

6, 7    The Belltower Market Arts and Crafts Market Grand Opening.  Opening weekend of a lively new indoor artist and craft show the will take place on Saurdays and Sundays through August. This is the first of the Rosendale Arts Squad's projects to help make our town a culturally and economically vibrant place to live and work. The Belltower, Main Street, Rosendale;  Saturday noon-7pm, Sunday noon-5pm; For info call Ron Parenti at 658-3181 or Ali Gruber 658-9689; belltowermarket@gmail.com

7    Purina Mills Kids Day.  The popular local children's group Ratboy Jr. is scheduled to perform.  Children will be treated to pony rides, a petting zoo, photo booth, clowns, slides, bouncy house, arts and crafts and loads of fun. Kids Day is free for children 12 and under, but we are extending our free admission to seniors 65 and older.  Admission for those "in-between" spectators is only $5 per person with 100% of every admission going directly to Family of Woodstock.  Show grounds, HITS-on-the-Hudson, Saugerties; Noon-2pm; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

7    HITS on the Hudson: $125,000 Grand Prix.  Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

7    3rd Annual Ride the Ridge Bike Challenge.  Join us for High Meadow School's Ride the Ridge Bike Challenge fundraiser, identified by Bicycling Magazine as one of the best cycling events in the month of June.  Riders can participate in either a 50-mile Shawangunk Ridge Ride, a 25-mile Countryside Ride or a 5-mile Family Ride.  All rides will begin and end at the High Meadow School located at 3643 Main St., Stone Ridge; the 50-Mile Shawangunk Ride starts at 8:30am; the 25-Mile Countryside Ride starts at 10am; and The 5-Mile Family Ride starts at 11am; For info contact  687-4855, or ridetheridge@gmail.com   www.ridetheridge.org

7    Old Fashioned Day.  Old fashioned displays, antiques, artifacts, demonstrations of old crafts, fire company exhibits and old fashioned games; Walker Valley Fire House, Rte. 52, Walker Valley; 11am-5pm; 895-2611.

7    Opening Reception of the 11th Annual Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition. An invitational show featuring the work of a group of extraordinary established and emerging artists. Bring a picnic and wander through our woodland garden. Experience these magnificent sculptures in a lovely, peaceful setting, which includes a fish pond with waterfall. Unison Arts & Learning Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd., New Paltz; public opening from 4pm-6pm. Exhibition will be subsequently open daily year-round; 255-1559; www.unisonarts.org

7    5th Annual Pride March and Festival. Hasbrouck Park, New Paltz; March begins at 1pm, Festival begins at 2pm; 331-5300; www.lgbtqcenter.org

7    The First Ever Woodstock Little League "Old Timers Game", "Old Timers Day Best Apple Pie Contest" and Raising of Our New Flagpole!  Join the town-wide celebration of over 50 years of Woodstock Little League. Come witness history and see the raising of our new flag pole. The day will include Good Times, Baseball, Hot Dogs and Apple Pie. Including the first ever "Old Timers Day Best Apple Pie Contest." Lori's and JaBellis bakery will be the judges. Application at the bakery. To participate in the game go to: www.woodstockhistory.org and click on the little league link and register. Rick Voltz Memorial Field, Dixon Avenue, Woodstock; 11am;  For more information contact Bill McKenna at 679-0627 or   www.woodstockhistory.org

9    River Day!  A regatta of boats (both big and small) will pass by the train station while making their way between Newburgh and Poughkeepsie in celebration of New York's Quadricentennial . Come share in this historic event!  Milton on Hudson Train Station, Milton; 4pm-7pm; For information contact Kathy Guarino at 914-474-8996 or trainstationfriends@yahoo.com

10, 11    Hudson River Day.  Heritage vessels will make their way from New York Harbor to Albany, retracing Henry Hudson's historic 1609 voyage.  Boats will arrive at Rondout Creek and dock at the Maritime Museum at approximately 6:30/7:00 pm on Wednesday evening. Ceremonial cannon fire, clanging church bells and whistling steam engines will signal the boats' approach.  Festivities  continue thru the evening. Hudson River Maritime Museum,  Kingston; 338-0071 ext. 15; pr_hrmm@hvc.rr.com    www.hrmm.org


11     3rd Annual Hudson Valley Business Edge Conference, Sponsored By QED. Practical solutions for Sales • Marketing • Web Strategies • Productivity • & more! Business Edge is an all day business to business educational conference providing tactical, practical, usable information to business owners in the Hudson Valley. Choose from 20 workshops, presented by local experts, designed for the business professional. Admission includes breakfast, lunch, dessert break, hors d'oeuvres during the evening open networking, all general sessions and up to 5 breakout sessions. Cash bar available during evening networking. Admission fees are dependent on when you register: $99 if you register before the conference; $125 at the door. SAVE even more - $10 off discount coupon if use code “TCG” when registering, even at the door. Holiday Inn, Route 9, Fishkill, NY. Registration and breakfast starts at 7:45am. Register online at http://qedbusinessedge.com

11    Tall Ships Flotilla.  Some time in the afternoon (between noon and 2 pm depending on tide), tall ships, including the Half Moon, Onrust and Clearwater, will pass Saugerties. A flag, created using images with quadricentennial themes, painted by students from Cahill Elementary School, will be presented to the Half Moon by local paddlers as the flotilla passes the Saugerties Lighthouse. For info contact Nancy Campbell at nancyo@hvc.rr.com

12, 13    Madeline's Dance Center's 18th Annual Recitals featuring The Radio Disney Player Performers.  Marlboro High School; Friday at 7pm,  and Saturday at 1pm and 7pm;  236-7989;  office.madelines@verizon.net

13    Woodstock Strawberry Festival & Concert.  Fresh strawberry desserts and more,  with fun activities, prizes and games.  The concert will feature Sue Menhart & Band, Mark Benson of After The Fall, and Roland Moussaa & Friends and includes a silent auction.  Woodstock Reformed Church, Tinker Street, Woodstock; Strawberry Fest is from noon-4pm, Concert from 7pm-11pm; For concert tickets or information 679-6610 or 688-5026.

13   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


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13    Dutch History and Culture Festival.  Experience the Dutch influence on the Hudson Valley through music and dance performances, cooking and craft demonstrations, Dutch-themed food and hands-on activities.  Fun and active learning for all ages; Free admission.  Senate House State Historic Site, 296 Fair Street, Kingston; 11am-4:30pm; 338-2786; pam.malcolm@oprhp.state.ny.us

13    4th  Annual Mid-Town Make A "Green" Difference Day.  Franklin Street  will be blocked from Broadway to Prospect Street.  The day will include workshops, entertainment, food and other exciting events.  Events will happen inside the Hodge Center and on the street.  The kick-off for the event  will begin at City Hall's Victory Garden.  Community members will walk to the Center on Franklin Street where activities for the day will begin.  Everette Hodge Community Center, 15-21 Franklin Street, Kingston; 10am- 4pm; 331-9683; Showers412@aol.com

13    Kingston Kayak Festival.  Prepare youself for a summer full of kayaking.  Come for kayak instruction and nature tour, demo boats and products. Sponsored by Kenco Outfitters and the City of Kingston; Kingston Point Beach; 10am-4pm; 331-1682, ext 116; www.forsythnaturecenter.org

13  (Rain date June 14)    3rd  Annual June Jamboree.  Live music, food and friendly farm animals for the whole family to enjoy. Celebrity cookbook chef Isa Chandra Moskowitz of Post Punk Kitchen servin' up food, Organic Nectars servin' up delish raw ice "cream", music, entertainment, kid's activities and all-around good times! Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary, 35 Van Wagner Rd., Willow; 679-5955; www.woodstockfas.org

14, 15    Annual Community Giant Yard Sale.  Furniture, Books, Electronics, Housewares, Clothing, Boutique, Art, Snacks, and more.   Rain or Shine. Woodstock Jewish Congregation, 1682 Glasco Turnpike, Woodstock; Saturday 8am-4pm, Sunday 9am-Noon.

20    The First Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild House Tour.  Eight homes in Woodstock will be open. Tickets: $100 for Sponsor, $45 for non-members, $35 for members and $75 to become a member and purchase a ticket.  White Pines, 454 Upper Byrdcliffe Road, Woodstock; Tour tickets and map available from 9:30am-11am; Tour 10am-4pm; 679-2079 www.woodstockguild.org

20    Annual Rondout Valley Garden Tour.  A fundraising event to benefit the RVBA and Ledermans Children's Center. It is a self-guided tour in which attendees visit beautiful area gardens and other horticultural sites using their own transportation. Tour starts at Davenport Farms, Route 209, Stone Ridge; Tour 10am-4pm;  Après Tour Reception  4pm-5:30pm at The Northern Spy Cafe, High Falls; Contact Eric Stewart at 687-9166 or  elsgreenman@aol.com

20    3rd Saturday 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

20    New Paltz Third Saturday Art Loop. Eleven of New Paltz's finest art and cultural venues form The Art Loop which starts at 4pm  with a special "after loop" mixer from 8pm-10pm at the Water Street Market on Main Street. The Art Loop is free and open to the public.   www.newpaltzarts.org

20    40th Annual Strawberry Festival.  Fresh strawberry desserts, burgers and more with community entertainment.  Adults $8, children under 12 $5, under three years free. Klyne Esopus Museum, Ulster Park; 338-1317; www.klyneesopusmuseum.org

20, 21    Annual Crafts at Rhinebeck.  The premier arts and crafts shows in the northeast attracts some of the finest artists from around the world.. Dutchess Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck; Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 10am-5pm; 876-4001; www.craftsatrhinebeck.com

21    Heritage Folk Music: Historic Meeting of Dutch and American Sea Chantey Groups, "Nanne & Ankie and The Hudson Crew"; first ever collaborative concert between a Ulster County group of sea chantey enthusiasts and Dutch singers who are on tour from the Netherlands. $8 admission. Cornell Buliding, 110 Abeel St.,  Kingston; 3pm-5pm; 594-4412; www.oldsongs.org/henryhudson.htm

24    Fourth Wednesdays: Wickets and Wine. Fourth Wednesday fun continues with the whimsical game of croquet on the lawn of the grand Deyo House. Players of all levels are welcome.  Lemonade, wine and snacks provided. $10, $8 for Friends of Huguenot Street.  Reservations strongly advised. Deyo House, New Paltz; 6pm-8pm;  255-1660, ext 300 or info@huguenotstreet.org

24    Annual Mohonk Garden Tours and Luncheon. Garden enthusiasts will embark in groups of approximately 15 people on a two-hour walking tour of Mohonk's formal flower gardens, annual and perennial beds, and greenhouse. Guided by an Ulster County Master Gardener or a member of Mohonk's landscape and garden staff, tour participants receive information about how to grow, care for and manage pests in these types of plantings. A buffet lunch is served following the tour. Cost is $55/person, which includes lunch. Pre-registration is required by June 19.  Mohonk Mountain House, New Paltz; 10am; contact Donna Crawford 340-3990; download a registration form at http://counties.cce.cornell.edu/ulster

26    Mid-Hudson Children's Museum Annual Celebrate Summer Kick-Off. Start summer with a multi-cultural festival. The museum pavilion is transformed into a kaleidoscope of culture. Scheduled events include The Native American Experience, workshops and demonstrations from around the world, International Food Tasting, African Drumming Performance. All day activities include Historical Dutch Cooking with Diane Fish, Bubble Making, Face Painting, Print Making, and Science Demos inside the Museum. $5 per person (Includes Event Only) or $10 per person includes Event and admission to Children's Museum Exhibits. Mid-Hudson Children's Museum, 75 N. Water St. Poughkeepsie; 10am-3pm; 471-0589; www.MHCM.org

27    Great American Backyard.  Join the Forsyth Nature Center staff for a night out under the stars. Come to historic Kingston Point Park with your
family, roast marshmallows, and listen to great stories. Bring your tent and snacks/food. This program is free. Kingston Point Park;  6pm; Call to
reserve. 331-1682, ext 132; www.forsythnaturecenter.org

27    Rondout Valley Grower's Association's (RVGA) 6th Annual Orchard Dinner and Wine Tasting.  Fundraising dinner featuring a menu of culinary delights created from local chefs using locally grown farm products paired with New York State wines.  Stone Ridge Orchard, 3012 Route 213, Stone Ridge; 6pm-9pm; contact Carrie@EventsThatMatter.net or visit www.rondoutvalleygrowers.org

27 (Torrential Rain date June 28)    Woodstock Playhouse 14th Annual Garden Tour. This is a benefit for the Woodstock Playhouse and there will be between 8 and 10 gardens for your viewing pleasure. With map in hand, you can begin your self-guided tour. The gardens are gorgeous and you'll get lots of ideas for your own gardens.  Purchase your map at the Playhouse located at the intersection of Routes 212 & 375, with all of the gardens described. The maps will be ready at 9:30 AM at the Playhouse. You can order your tickets in advance on line for $35 or $40 at the Playhouse on the 27th. Starting point: Woodstock Playhouse, 105 Mill Hill Rd; 9:30am-4pm; 679-4101; info@woodstockplayhouse.org   www.woodstockplayhouse.org

27    Grand Opening of Bob Shepard Highland Landing Park. Come enjoy the festive opening of the new park.  The day will begin with plein air painting. Artists can come from 9am-3pm and paint or draw the river views. An auction of their work will be at 3pm.  Gather to meet your neighbors, enjoy refreshments and games for all ages, and sponsor a rubber duckie in a mighty race down the Twaalfskill Creek. At 4pm enjoy the wonderful music of Jerry Silverman, renowned musicologist and author of "Songs of New York." Free. 42 River Road, Highland; 1pm-6pm; 255-7742; info@highlandlandingpark.org

28    4th Annual Tour de Kingston/Ulster. Come join bike rides for all ages and levels. Rides range from a 5 mile family ride through Uptown Kingston (starting at 11am) to 12 and 25 mile routes (start time 10am) to a 50-mile ride (start time 9am).  All rides start and finish at the Forsyth Nature Center, Lucas Avenue, Kingston.  No charge for Family Ride, and there will be a BBQ for all riders at the finish. Register at Bike Brothers bike shop on Boices Lane, Kingston (336-5581), online at www.tobaccofreeactioncoalition.org, or day of the rides. For more information, contact Tom Polk, 338-2153 or tpolk@hvc.rr.com

30,  July 1, 2, 3, 3, 4, 5    Annual Fireman's Field Days.   Carnival. Music, food.  County Fire Safety Demo Unit will be on hand each day. Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 1pm-5pm; Tuesday and Thursday 6pm;  Village Park, 36 Bridge Street, Margaretville; 586-3300; For detailed schedule see www.margaretville.org

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JULY 2009

1, 2, 3, 3, 4, 5    Annual Fireman's Field Days.   Carnival. Music, food.  County Fire Safety Demo Unit will be on hand each day. Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 1pm-5pm; Tuesday and Thursday 6pm;  Village Park, 36 Bridge Street, Margaretville; 586-3300; For detailed schedule see www.margaretville.org

3, 4    Margaretville Fireworks.  Friday 9:30pm, Saturday 10:15pm; Village Park, 36 Bridge Street, Margaretville; 586-3300; www.margaretville.org

3, 4    Hudson Valley Philharmonics & Fireworks Show.  Demolition Derby show is followed by a performance by the Hudson Valley Philharmonic (Saturday) & fireworks display. Celebrate the 4th of July and bring a picnic and a blanket.  Carload Price Advance Sale - $30, Day of Event - $40  (Main Gate Only), Walk Up-Advance Sale-$7,  Day of Event-$11.  Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck;  Friday gates open 4pm, derby 7pm, fireworks at dusk;  Saturday gates open 11am, derby 1pm, Philharmonic at 7pm, fireworks at dusk;  876-4000; www.dutchessfair.com

3, 4, 5    The Saugerties 4th of July Celebration. 3-Day Affair. On Friday the festivities begin with the opening of the carnival rides and games of chance at Cantine Field.  At 6pm, a Battle of the Bands will begin, with prizes being awarded to the top 3 bands.  On Saturday, there will be the Firemen's Inspection at 8:30am on Main Street; the parade kicks off at 11am from the high school, followed by the carnival, food, crafts, games of chance, inflatable bounce rides & rock climbing wall for kids, water balloon fights, 3-legged races, and blind-folded musical chairs, with ribbons and trophies, and an open mic from 3pm-6pm, and fireworks at dusk (around 10pm) at Cantine Field    On Sunday carnival, including games of chance, and food and crafts continue from Noon-6pm.  Cantine Field, Saugerties; 246-9701 or 518-858-7955.

4    Independence Day Celebration.  Music, food and festivities, fireworks at dusk.  Gates open at 5pm.  Ulster County Fair Grounds, New Paltz; 255-0604.

4    July 4th Celebration. Parade at noon, arts and crafts at Liberty Square 9am-2pm, Fireworks at 9:30pm at Resnick Airport, Ellenville; 647-6560, Ext. 105

4    Town of Lloyd July 4th Celebration.  Fireworks, Music by the Rhodes, and performances by Walking on Air (a musical dance performance depicting the history of the Walkway Over the Hudson). Food and beverages by your local restaurants and non-profits: Pulled pork, Sausage and Peppers, Turkey, Philly Steaks, Fried dough, Biscotti's, Ice Cream, Jumbo Pretzels and so much more.  Bring your blankets and family and join your friends for an evening of Family Fun.  Village Field, Highland; 6pm;  691-2144.

4    First Saturday Art Receptions.  Held throughout Kingston in various galleries.  Arts Society of Kingston (A.S.K.); 5pm-8pm; 338-0331;  www.askforarts.org

4, 5    Strawberry, Chocolate & Wine Festival. Taste 16 wines with three desserts - strawberry shortcake, chocolate dipped strawberry & cheesecake brownie topped with berries marinated in black raspberry wine; $12/pp or free with purchase of 6 bottles/pp; 176 Hardenburgh Road, Pine Bush; Noon-5pm; 744-2226; www.baldwinvineyards.com

5   Kingston All American BBQ and Fireworks.  Old Fashioned fun!  Barbeques & picnic food, corn on the cob,  pie contests, boat rides, trolley rides, music, crafts, sack races, Horseshoe toss and FIREWORKS! Rondout Waterfront, Broadway, Kingston; 3pm-10pm; 800-331-1518;  www.ci.kingston.ny.us

10    Children's Day Parade. Step off from Kingston High School and proceeds to Kingston Plaza. Free outdoor concert and fireworks to follow. Begins at Kingston High School; lineup at 4:30pm; Step off is 6pm; 331-7517.

11   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

11    4th Annual 10x10x10 Invitational Exhibit ArtsWAVE Opening Reception. 10 regional artists from 10 Hudson Valley towns exhibiting in 10 vacant storefronts.  Music entertainment. Free admission.  Appetizer bites and drinks and live Swing Band music.  ArtsWAVE Center, 12 Market St., Ellenville; 4pm-8pm; 647-4620; www.ewcoc.com

11    27th Annual Car Show with the Hudson Valley Mustang Association and the UCSPCA.  Register your classic car and join us for this family fun event in the park. Robert Post Park, Ulster Landing Rd., Kingston; Registration from 9am-noon,  judging at 12:30pm, and awards at 3pm. For more information contact George at 656-3915.

11    18th Annual Woodstock Beat with the Paul Winter Consort. A benefit for the Woodstock-Byrdcliffe Guild.  Presented by The Woodstock Chimes Fund and Markertek; Maverick Concert Hall, 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock; 8pm; For tickets call 679-2079 or  www.woodstockguild.org

11   Hurley Stone House Day.  Explore America's oldest private homes in a National Historic Landmark village. Each year on the second Saturday in July, some of America's oldest stone houses, all private homes, are opened to the public. This year, eight of the 200-300 year old homes in the old Dutch village, settled 348 years ago, will be open for your enjoyment. Other attractions include a 1777 Ulster Militia Encampment, guides in colonial attire, crafts and demonstrations, and the Town Library Fair, with collectibles and books sales. Hurley; 10am-4pm; 331-4121 or info@www.stonehouseday.org

11    High Falls Fair Day. Parade, live music, sidewalk sale, "Taste of High Falls" booth, local foods, and games for kids. Costume parade begins at 11:30am. Route 213, High Falls; 11am-5pm, music continues to 7pm; 687-0049; info@highfallscivic.org www.highfallscivic.org

11    53rd Annual Library Fair and Book Sale. Elting Memorial Library, New Paltz; 9am-3pm; 255-5030.

11 (Torrential rain date July 12)    Secret Gardens of Saugerties Tour. Visit seven wonderful gardens at their most beautiful. These are truly special secret spots, hiding right here in Saugerties.  Six are new to the tour and one is a favorite from the 2006 tour.  See fabulous flowers in settings that include the Esopus and Plattekill Creeks.  Proceeds benefit the Saugerties Boys & Girls Club. Tickets are limited and are $15 through July 9th at Smith Hardware, 227 Main Street. If tickets are still available on the day of the tour, they can be purchased for $25 at 201 Washington Avenue between 10:30am-1pm.  Tour 10:30am-4:30pm; For info contact Jamie Fine at 246-0710; www.village.saugerties.ny.us

11     Annual PianoSummer Faculty Gala.  Featuring Vladimir Feltsman, Robert Hamilton, Susan Starr, Paul Ostrovsky and others. McKenna Theater, SUNY New Paltz; 8pm; 257-3880; www.newpaltz.edu/piano

12    6th Annual New Paltz Regional Garden Tour. View stunning gardens in and around New Paltz.  Admire and gain inspiration from the ingenuity, creativity and loving efforts of the talented gardeners in a range of beautiful private gardens, from elegant, formal gardens to informal, meandering plots; the tour is complemented by two or three public gardens, as well. Tickets are $25/advance and $30/day of tour. Advance tickets can be purchased at Antiques Barn at Water Street Market (New Paltz), Enthusiastic Spirits and Wine Shop (Gardiner), Handmade and More (New Paltz), and New Paltz Regional Chamber of Commerce. Various locations;l 11am-5pm; 255-0243;  info@newpaltzchamber.org   www.newpaltzchamber.org

15, 16, 17, 18, 19    HITS on the Hudson IV. World-class equestrian show jumping. View website for schedule of events. Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

17  (Raindate July 18)    2nd Annual Village of Saugerties Block Party. Block-long sections of both Main and Partition Streets will be rocking for a family-focused street party. Co-sponsored by HITS-on-the-Hudson; Saugerties; 6pm-10pm; 246-8833;   www.hitsshows.com

17, 18, 19    3rd Annual Ukranian Culture Festival. Vocal & musical shows, special guests, craft demonstrations, food, and more. Additionally, the facility's pool, playground, trails & dining room are available throughout the festival. A complete schedule of events will be available on the website. The Soyuzivka Heritage Center, 216 Foordmore Road, Kerhonkson; view website for schedule; 626-5641; www.soyuzivka.com

18    Woodstock Harley-Davidson /UCSPCA Adoption Day.  Check out some hot bikes and cool animals for adoption.  Woodstock Harley-Davidson, 949 Route 28, Kingston; 331-5377; www.ucspca.org

18    3rd Saturday 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

18    New Paltz Third Saturday Art Loop. Eleven of New Paltz's finest art and cultural venues form The Art Loop which starts at 4pm  with a special "after loop" mixer from 8pm-10pm at the Water Street Market on Main Street. The Art Loop is free and open to the public.   www.newpaltzarts.org


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18, 19    31st Rosendale Street Festival.  Craft vendors, bands, local talent, refreshments and more. Main St., Rosendale; Saturday noon-10pm; Sunday noon-6pm; 943-6497;  www.rosendalestreetfestival.com

19    HITS on the Hudson: $50,000 Grand Prix.  Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

22, 23, 24, 25, 26    HITS on the Hudson V. World-class equestrian show jumping. View website for schedule of events. Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

26    HITS on the Hudson: $75,000 Grand Prix.  Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

27, 28, 29    HITS on the Hudson: USEF Junior Hunter National Championships - East Coast.  Saugerties; 246-8833;  www.hitsshows.com

29, 30, 31, August 1, 2    HITS on the Hudson NY Horse & Pony Show (VI). View website for schedule of events. Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

30    HITS on the Hudson: $10,000 USHJA Hunter Derby.  Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

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AUGUST 2009

1, 2  (cont'd.)     HITS on the Hudson NY Horse & Pony Show (VI). View website for schedule of events. Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

1    HITS-on-the-Hudson 5K Run.  Making its debut on the special events calendar will be a 5k Run that will start at the HITS Bar & Grill.  Grab your running shoes and get ready for a run to remember!  Show Grounds, HITS-on-the-Hudson, Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

1    First Saturday Art Receptions.  Held throughout Kingston in various galleries.  5pm-8pm; Arts Society of Kingston (A.S.K.);  5pm-8pm; 338-0331; www.askforarts.org

1,2    Bounty of the Hudson Wine Festival.  Taste the wines from all 11 wineries on the Shawangunk Wine Trail as well as several others from around the Hudson Valley region. Enjoy the tastes and dishes from area restaurants, epicurean delights, farm fresh produce, and live music. Millbrook Winery, Millbrook; Noon-5pm; 914-474-7780; debbie@shawangunkwinetrail.com   www.shawangunkwinetrail.com

2    HITS on the Hudson: $125,000 Grand Prix.  Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

3    1st Annual Spring Sprint 5k Trail Run - Shaupeneak Ridge.   Lace up your sneakers for our First Annual Spring Sprint, a challenging and technical 5k run on Shaupeneak Ridge's rugged trails. While competing for great prizes, entrants will be rewarded with magnificent views of the Hudson River and Louisa Pond.  Registration is  $10, payable on race day.  Please pre-register online. Upper parking area at Shaupeneak Ridge, Poppletown Road, Esopus; Race begins at 10:15am, registration from 9am-10am; aconeski@scenichudson.org    www.scenichudson.org

7, 8, 9    Lendon Gray Youth Dressage Festival.  HITS on the Hudson, Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

8   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

8, 9    Civil War Encampment and Activities Weekend.  Living history interpreters, music, food and other entertainment for the whole family as well as history buffs. Free admission to events outdoors.  Please call for details on each day.  Senate House State Historic Site, 296 Fair Street, Kingston; 11am-4:30pm; 338-2786;   pam.malcolm@oprhp.state.ny.us


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14, 15, 16     HITS on the Hudson: Centerline Dressage Show - East Coast Riders Cup/CDI., Saugerties; 246-8833;  www.hitsshows.com

14, 15, 16    5th Annual Hudson Valley RibFest Championship Cook-off.  Strong BBQ competition. Saturday features the New England Barbecue Society Grilling competition and Sunday is the Sanctioned Kansas City Barbeque Society Contest.  BBQ and other foods will be available for purchase.  Entertainment, cooking demonstrations & children's country games.  Entry is still $5 per person per day (kids 12 and under are free). Sponsored by the Highland Rotary Club; Ulster County Fairgrounds, New Paltz; Friday 5pm-10pm, Saturday 11am-10pm, and Sunday 11am-5pm; 306-4381;   www.hudsonvalleyribfest.org

15    Hurley Corn Festival.  Music, craft and antique vendors, Colonial craft demonstrations, baking and corn-husking contest & corn salsa competition, quilt raffle and food!.  Adults $3, under 12 free.  Hurley Reformed Church, Main Street; 10am-4pm; 338-1661/ 338-2193; www.hurleyheritagesociety.org

15    3rd Saturday 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

15    New Paltz Third Saturday Art Loop. Eleven of New Paltz's finest art and cultural venues form The Art Loop which starts at 4pm  with a special "after loop" mixer from 8pm-10pm at the Water Street Market on Main Street. The Art Loop is free and open to the public.   www.newpaltzarts.org

22    Shawangunk Mountain Wild Blueberry & Huckleberry Festival.  Blueberry pancakes, blueberry pie, BBQ, a selection of German foods, fish sandwiches, tacos, hot dogs/hamburgers/french fries, kettle korn, homemade fudge, ice cream, and fresh squeezed lemonade. .A celebration of the Shawangunk Mountains: craft vendors, a cultural/historical venue, health fair, live music on 2 stages,  art show/sale, blueberry pie judging contest, climbing wall, Macaroni the Clown and children's entertainment.  Ellenville-Wawarsing Chamber of Commerce; 124 Canal Street, Ellenville, 9am-4pm; 647-4620; info@ewcoc.com     www.ewcoc.com

26, 27, 28, 29, 30    HITS on the Hudson VII. World-class equestrian show jumping. View website for schedule of events. Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

30   4th Annual HITS-on-the-Hudson World of the Horse.  Numerous breeds will be represented in a colorful parade sure to delight horse lovers of all ages. Special exhibitions and demonstrations will take place as well. Show grounds, Saugerties; Noon; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

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SEPTEMBER 2009

September & October, 2009.  Marlboro & Milton Annual Harvest Celebration.  Enjoy a unique Agri-Cultural Experience!  You will visit a farm, farmers market and wineries to pick and select your own farm-fresh fruits, vegetables and wine that a local restaurant chef will specially creat into delicious Agri-Cuisine for you to savor. Also available on select weekends will be an agri-cuisine prepared menus.  Throughout the two months, weekdays & weekends. Reservations are required. Hours will be according to the various restaurant’s hours. Overnight accommodations & additional attractions available. Taste the freshness of the farms!  616-7824; www.meetmeinmarlborough.com

2,3,4,5,6     HITS on the Hudson VIII. World-class equestrian show jumping. View website for schedule of events. Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

5    First Saturday Art Receptions.  Held throughout Kingston in various galleries.  Arts Society of Kingston (A.S.K.); 5pm-8pm; 338-0331; www.askforarts.org

5, 6, 7    Strawberry, Chocolate & Wine Festival. Taste 16 wines with three desserts - strawberry shortcake, chocolate dipped strawberry & cheesecake brownie topped with berries marinated in black raspberry wine; $12/pp or FREE with purchase of 6 bottles/pp; 176 Hardenburgh Road, Pine Bush; Noon-5pm ;  744-2226; www.baldwinvineyards.com

6    Hooley on the Hudson Irish Festival.  Bagpipes, food, music, step dancing, Ceili dancing, craft demonstrations, storytelling, authentic Celtic products, entertainment and more. T.R. Gallo Park, Rondout Waterfront, Kingston; 11am-9pm; 338-6622, 246-7195  events@ulsteraoh.com    www.ulsteraoh.com

9, 10, 11, 12, 13    New England Dressage Association Fall Festival of Dressage.  The Festival consists of four competitions featuring 600 horses competing in classes from Training Level, the first step on the ladder, to Grand Prix, the pinnacle of the sport as seen in the Olympic Games. HITS on the Hudson, Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

10,11,12,13    Marshall & Sterling League National Final.  HITS on the Hudson, Saugerties; 246-8833; www.hitsshows.com

12    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

12    Hors’n Around Saugerties Merry-Go-Round Gala and Auction. The carousel horses will be auctioned off, and proceeds will benefit the artists that decorated the horses, the Saugerties Area Chamber of Commerce, and area food banks. Painted Ponies Silent auction begins at 6:30pm, Carousel Horses auction at 7:30. HITS on the Hudson, Saugerties; 246-8833; www.welcometosaugerties.com

13    19th Taste of New Paltz.  Local restaurants, wineries, businesses, artists, and farm markets, food, wine and beer tastings, arts and crafts and a kids’ expo.  New Paltz Chamber of Commerce; Ulster County Fairgrounds,New Paltz; 11am-5pm; 255-0243;  info@newpaltzchamber.org    www.newpaltzchamber.org

19    3rd Saturday 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

19    New Paltz Third Saturday Art Loop. Eleven of New Paltz's finest art and cultural venues form The Art Loop which starts at 4pm  with a special "after loop" mixer from 8pm-10pm at the Water Street Market on Main Street. The Art Loop is free and open to the public.   www.newpaltzarts.org

24    Jewish Federation of Ulster County's Annual Fundraiser, "Fall for Art". Art sale and cocktail reception, featuring the Quadricentennial Invitational Exhibit.. Wiltwyck Golf Club, Kingston; 6pm-9 pm; For tickets and info contact 845-338-8131;  mail@ucjf.org      www.ucjf.org

26    Apple Festival, Esopus.  Homemade apple pies, cider, handmade crafts, and books; 10am-4pm.  Roast Beef Dinner seatings at 5pm & 6:30pm. Town of Esopus United Methodist Church, Port Ewen; 338-0356; toeumc@yahoo.com

26, 27    21st Hudson Valley Garlic Festival. Garlic celebration with food, crafts, music, chef and farmer lectures. Tons of garlic! For the first time, the Festival will include a booth by the Saugerties Historical Society, featuring Saugerties' Dutch history and connections with Hudson, Champlain and Fulton. 246-3090; www.hvgf.org

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OCTOBER 2009

September & October, 2009.  Marlboro & Milton Annual Harvest Celebration.  Enjoy a unique Agri-Cultural Experience!  You will visit a farm, farmers market and wineries to pick and select your own farm-fresh fruits, vegetables and wine that a local restaurant chef will specially creat into delicious Agri-Cuisine for you to savor. Also available on select weekends will be an agri-cuisine prepared menus.  Throughout the two months, weekdays & weekends. Reservations are required. Hours will be according to the various restaurant’s hours. Overnight accommodations & additional attractions available. Taste the freshness of the farms!  616-7824; www.meetmeinmarlborough.com

2    Opening Ceremony and Illumination, Walkway Over the Hudson. Walkway Over the Hudson invites you to be one of the first to step onto the new Walkway.  On Friday night guests and volunteers will gather at the East and West sides of the bridge to take part in the Grand Illumination of the Walkway,  the Hot-Air Lantern release and a Grand Fireworks show. 7pm; Call or email Jeanne Fleming at 758-5519 or openingcelebration@walkway.org

3      Walkway Over the Hudson Opening Ceremony.  Officiated by Governor David A Patterson and his wife Michelle, the Honorary Chair of the Hudson Fulton Champlain Quadricentennial Celebration and other local State and National dignitaries.  Help us hold and extend the mile long nautical rope across the bridge.  There will be gala bands, lots of ceremony, kites, wind socks, and a Grand Parade that will flow in BOTH directions across the bridge.  There will also be rowing races,  a jet-ski ballet, a fly-over by the Olde Rhinebeck Aerodrome and more! 10am;  Call or email Jeanne Fleming at 758-5519 or openingcelebration@walkway.org

3    First Saturday Art Receptions.  Held throughout Kingston in various galleries.  Arts Society of Kingston (A.S.K.); 5pm-8pm; 338-0331; www.askforarts.org

3 (Raindate October 4)    Heart of the Hudson Valley Bounty Festival: "400 years of Farming the Hudson Valley".  Showcasing farms, businesses and attractions with a special focus on the 2009 Quadricentennial celebration.  Buses welcome. $5 adults (includes free raffle ticket), $2 seniors, under 18 free. Cluett-Schantz Memorial Park, Route 9W, Milton; 10am-4pm; 464-2789; www.hvbountyfestival.com

3    Reformed Church of New Paltz Annual Apple Festival.  All things apple on Huguenot Street. New Paltz; 10am-4pm; 255-6340.

3, 4    African American History and Culture Festival.  Celebrate the history and cultural contributions of African Americans in the Hudson Valley and beyond through performances of music, dance and drama, demonstrations of food and historical topics, food and craft vendors, and hands-on activities. All activities are free; food available for sale.  Senate House State Historic Site,  296 Fair Street, Kingston; 11am-4:30; 338-2786; pam.malcolm@oprhp.state.ny.us

10   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

10    Chili Cook-Off.  Chili  contest, tastings and music.  T.R. Gallo Park, Rondout Waterfront, Kingston; 10am-4pm; 1-800-331-1518; 331-7517; www.kingston-ny.gov

10, 11, 12    Strawberry, Chocolate & Wine Festival. Taste 16 wines with three desserts - strawberry shortcake, chocolate dipped strawberry & cheesecake brownie topped with berries marinated in black raspberry wine; $12/pp or FREE with purchase of 6 bottles/pp; 176 Hardenburgh Road, Pine Bush; Noon-5pm;  www.baldwinvineyards.com

12    2nd Annual Taste of Italy on the Rondout. Italian specialties prepared by local restaurants. Italian music and Opera. Grape stomping and carnival games for the kids.  On the Rondout,  Kingston; noon-6pm; Contact B.C. Gee at 339-6925; www.krbaonline.org/Calendar.html

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17    3rd Saturday 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

17    New Paltz Third Saturday Art Loop. Eleven of New Paltz's finest art and cultural venues form The Art Loop which starts at 4pm  with a special "after loop" mixer from 8pm-10pm at the Water Street Market on Main Street. The Art Loop is free and open to the public.   www.newpaltzarts.org

23,24     2009 International Rally New York.  Final round of the 2009 U.S. Rally Championship; 794-4096;   www.rallynewyork.com


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NOVEMBER 2009

7    First Saturday Art Receptions.  Held throughout Kingston in various galleries.  Arts Society of Kingston (A.S.K.); 5pm-8pm; 338-0331; www.askforarts.org

14   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

21    3rd Saturday 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

22    12th Annual International Pickle Festival. Various vendors, many countries represented with food and culture. Contests, prizes and pickles. Community Center, Route 32, Rosendale; 10am-5pm; 658-9649; www.picklefest.com

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DECEMBER 2009

5    First Saturday Art Receptions.  Held throughout Kingston in various galleries.   Arts Society of Kingston (A.S.K.); 5pm-8pm; 338-0331; www.askforarts.org

12   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

19    3rd Saturday 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

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