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IBEX PUPPETRY: AJIJAAK ON TURTLE ISLAND
CATSKILLS PAST: WHAT WAS THAT COLOR?
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On Saturday, April 8 at 7:30 pm, Catskill Mountain Foundation presents IBEX Puppetry’s production of Ajijaak on Turtle Island. The performance will take place at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street in Tannersville.
Ajijaak on Turtle Island tells the story of Ajijaak, a young whooping crane. Separated from her family in a Tar Sands fire caused by the monstrous Mishibizhiw, Ajijaak must make her first migration from Wood Buffalo, Canada, down to the Gulf Coast on her own, finding her voice and a family through the interconnectedness of all of creation.
Ajijaak begins her travels with a medicine bundle, given to her by her parents, as her guide. She encounters deer, buffalo, coyote, and turtles as well as communities of people from Ojibwe, Ho-Chunk, Lakota, and Cherokee Nations, living in balance with their environments. These people share with Ajijaak prayers, songs, and dances that celebrate life on earth and help Ajijaak find the meaning and strength of her own song.
It is with this song that Ajijaak must restore balance to Turtle Island and return Mishibizhiw to sleep.
A reflection on life’s energy and how it connects all aspects of our world, Ajijaak on Turtle Island brings communities together through puppetry, music, traditional dances, animations, and kites. Ajijaak’s story puts forward visions from Indigenous com-
munities, celebrating the symbiotic relationship between cranes and Native American/Indigenous peoples, and inspiring the next generation of storytellers, change-makers, and eco-champions.
Ajijaak on Turtle Island is an original production by IBEX Puppetry, written by Ty Defoe and based on original storyboards written and drawn by Heather Henson. The world premiere presentation of Ajijaak on Turtle Island was hosted at La MaMa in NYC, February 8-18, 2018.
Ty Defoe is from the Oneida and Ojibwe Nations. He is a Grammy award-winning composer, a librettist, interdisciplinary artist, actor, Broadway choreographer, eagle dancer, and hoop dancer. Ty interweaves artistic projects with social justice, indigeneity, trans rights, Indigi-Queering, and environmentalism.
Ty says that “Ajijaak on Turtle Island is a metaphor about how we need to take care of mother earth and one another. This story is written and is to be experienced from an Indigenous/ First Nations perspective. Ajijaak and Mishibizhiw are entities in stories I would hear as a youth going to the round house. The symbolism of deer falling from birch bark trees, trickster coyotes teaching life lessons or grandmother moon giving advice to a granddaughter are all part of my classical literature. This is my
reality. The teaching of giving is threaded throughout and it is subtle and comical as it humbly unfolds. I’m interested in seeing, hearing and experiencing ritual and ceremony as performance, the elemental forces of nature, and how we as humans can learn from the two-legged, four-legged, winged, rooted, and finned.”
Heather Henson is a contemporary puppet artist whose work promotes harmony and healing for the planet through artistic spectacle and discussion. Backed by a degree from Rhode Island School of Design and studies at CalArts in 2000, Heather created a multi-platform production company entitled IBEX Puppetry to honor the creativity in herself and others.
Heather is best known for her Environmental Spectacles: original performances designed to provide a transformative experience for the audience through the use of non-traditional storytelling. Heather blends the disciplines of puppetry, dance, and kiting with evocative sound and light effects to create immersive, interactive presentations that engage all of the senses and awaken the soul.
For the past several years, Heather’s storytelling has been heavily impacted by her sense of kinship with the endangered species of the world, particularly Whooping Cranes. She says, “I saw my first crane at the Rhode Island Zoo when I was a student intern. It was an orphaned Grey Crowned Crane and my job was to use the zoo’s crane puppet to encourage the baby to walk around its enclosure, strengthening its legs, while preventing it from imprinting on humans. I was fascinated by this bird and spent all of my lunch breaks reading all about these Cranes & the work of International Crane Foundation. As I read, I learned about the 15 species of cranes around the world, how each of them were reflected in the cultures of the communities that lived in proximity to these birds. In particular, I fell in love with the Whooping Crane.
“Whooping Cranes have lived on what we call North America for millions of years. They sing and dance to communicate, raise their chicks for an entire year and are the most endangered of all cranes because of Western settler development. The more I learned about these birds, the more I learned about and met members of the Indigenous communities along their migra-
tion path. The knowledge carried by these birds continues to be carried by these vibrant communities. Telling the story of this resilient bird—who’s migration path stitches together the far ends of our continent—allows us to bring together stories and teachings from the many First Nations peoples along Ajijaak’s path. I am grateful beyond words to be able to bring together my passion for visualizing environmental issues with Ty’s incredible storytelling, our magnificent team of composers and the exceptional team of Native and Native-allied artists who have developed this show with us over many years. Over my years of producing environmental spectacles, I have seen how puppets can be these powerful connectors to nature. I’m grateful to be part of their flock. Thank you for joining us on this journey!”
IBEX Puppetry (a division of Green Feather) is an entertainment nonprofit devoted to health and healing of the planet through artistic spectacle, outreach, and the fine art of puppetry.
Founded in 2000 by Heather Henson IBEX produces Henson’s original works, including Ajijaak on Turtle Island, Environmental Spectacles, Sing-Alongs, and Education Initiatives, and supports contemporary puppetry works by independent artists through the Handmade Puppet Dreams film series and Puppet Slam Network.
IBEX’s original performances and outreach have been recognized with UNIMA Citations of Excellence as well as awards from festivals and organizations around the world. Supporting health and healing for the planet through artistic spectacle, outreach, and the fine art of puppetry.
Ajijaak on Turtle Island will be presented at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street, Tannersville, NY 12485 on Saturday, April 8 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $25 adults; $20 seniors; $7 students. Higher at-the-door ticket prices apply. For tickets, visit catskillmtn.org, call 518 263 2063 or email boxoffice@catskillmtn.org.
Tickets Purchased in Advance: $25; $20 seniors; $7 students
At the Door: $30; $25 seniors, $7 students
Tickets available at catskillmtn.org or 518 263 2063
The word history suggests to many people that which is dusty and quaint. Certainly, images of clothing, hairstyles, and various kinds of conveyances can seem so. But history is the story of change and innovation—we take note of people and events that were new and exciting.
Since innovation is a response to a need and is always based on what went before—even the most revolutionary idea has its roots in the past—it often happens that similar ideas come from various points, the reality behind the aphorism “great minds think alike.” If one person hadn’t addressed a particular need, surely someone else would have, albeit in a slightly different way or at a different time.
Dr. Frank W. Cyr (1900–1995) was a force in rural education. He was behind two significant innovations that are ubiquitous features of education today. The first came about while he was a professor at Columbia University’s Teachers College. In April 1939 Cyr organized a conference, underwritten by the Rockefeller Foundation, that included educators from each of the then 48 states, engineers and designers from Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge, International Harvester and the BlueBird Bus Company, and chemists from Dupont, Sherman Williams, and Pittsburgh Plate Glass. The goal was to develop safety standards for school buses nationwide. Prior to this, students were transported in whatever truck or wagon was available, and although some loca-
tions did have school buses, the design specifications for those varied widely, so automotive companies had little interest in producing them. The committee also chose a standard color, primarily for its visibility, named by Dr. Cyr as National School Bus Chrome. The pigment in that particular shade contained lead; the color has since been reformulated and is now known as National School Bus Glossy Yellow. That conference earned Dr. Cyr the sobriquet “Father of the Yellow School Bus.”
The story of the other innovation, distance learning utilizing various shared media, began either before the 1939 conference or in the 1960s, depending on whether thinking about something or doing something about it counts as its start. And like all innovation, it, too, followed an evolution of incremental steps. A 1935 letter to Dr. Cyr from a Max Brunstetter of Erpi Picture Consultants described a study in which twelve Pennsylvania schools shared “educational talking pictures” on a rotating basis, a concept Dr. Cyr wished to discuss with his students interested in rural education. He had begun visiting the Northern Catskills in the 1930s as educational consultant to CCC Camps, liked the area and thought its scattered small populations and rugged terrain epitomized the particular problems of small schools. In the 1940s Dr. Cyr was part of a group developing the concept of Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES). In 1955 a jukebox in Hunter’s Lodge in Windham sparked the idea of pro-
viding packaged individual instruction; five years later, as part of the Ford Foundation-funded Catskill Area Study in Small School Design, a repurposed jukebox was installed in the Margaretville School Library. The speakers had been replaced with six sets of headphones and the music had been replaced with a variety of lessons, especially foreign language lessons.
Dr. Cyr and Grolier executive and philanthropist Fred P. Murphy, a Stamford-area native, were friends, resulting in Cyr visiting Stamford often. Murphy made a grant to Teachers College that enabled international graduate students to do field work in Delaware County. The same grant was used to develop and install a Telelearning system in schools. Up to 21 students, gathered around seven microphones, could listen to and ask questions of an expert in any field, anywhere.
In August 1965 Dr. Cyr retired to Stamford, but retired is not quite the right word. Consideration of Catskills geography had led to another idea percolating around in Dr. Cyr’s mind. Yes, riding to school on a highly visible bus designed for safety was an improvement for rural students, but some endured very long bus rides. What if there was a way to bring at least part of their education to them instead?
On his very first half day, he demonstrated a pilot program of an idea conceived by some of his students to solve that traveling problem. As he described his transition from Teachers College to what might be called his late-life career, “I finished my last class at noon, packed the car with my electric blackboard, TV camera,
and tape recorder and headed for Stamford. I was having dinner with seven area administrators at the Hidden Inn [in South Kortright].”
The guest speaker that evening was a vice president of General Telephone, addressing them from his home in Connecticut. Of the group gathered at the Hidden Inn, Cyr said, “I filmed them, interviewed them, and they all saw themselves on TV. That was the beginning of low power TV in the U. S., or the world for that matter.”
Cyr persuaded his friend Fred Murphy to donate the former Rexmere Hotel, built during Stamford’s reign as the Queen of the Catskills, to be used as the offices of what would become the Rural Supplementary Educational Center (RSEC). The resort building’s kitchen became the TV studio. The US Department of Education had approved the proposal for RSEC in January 1966, providing the FCC approved the television plan by August 18, which turned out to be the date the FCC would meet.
With help from an experienced communications lawyer, the RSEC proposal moved from desk to desk at the FCC, securing needed approvals and signatures from various agency engineers and attorneys until August 3. On that morning, Dr. Cyr received a call that all the required signatures but one had been obtained. The last signature, meant to confirm that all the others had signed off on the project, was not likely to happen. The person responsible had locked the application in his desk and gone on vacation until after the deadline.
Dr. Cyr first called the local state representative, but that man couldn’t make any headway with the FCC. Cyr’s next phone call, to the Chairman of the Delaware County Democratic Committee, achieved results—Senator Robert Kennedy called the FCC, apparently inspiring someone to find a key to the locked desk, because the RSEC application was on the agenda for the August 18 meeting. And on that day it was approved, with nine hours to spare.
Schools were fitted out with coaxial cable; transmitting towers were erected on Mount Utsayantha in Stamford and Mount Pisgah in Andes. RSEC first came on the air on February 5, 1968, taking programs relayed by microwave to RSEC from New York City’s PBS station and then rebroadcast locally where they could be picked by UHF antenna.
That television system soon provided 51 and a half hours of programming a week, offering educational materials weekdays from 9 am to 3 pm, along with evening hours from 7 to 10:30 pm, and Saturday afternoons from 1 to 5 pm. Advanced placement courses were offered through closed-circuit TV, enabling small groups of students in several schools to participate as a group with a teacher from one of the schools. Some of the offerings were produced in the old hotel kitchen TV studio by students and RSEC staff. Sixty-five such shows were produced during the 1984–85 school year including classes in Hunter Safety, local law, an analysis of George Orwell’s 1984, discussions of the drinking age and seatbelt use, and “The Brain Game,” a local variation on “The College Bowl.” Rebroadcasts from PBS stations in Syracuse, NYC, Schenectady, and Binghamton continued.
Over time, schools and homes in 20 local school districts scattered over four counties were served by 18 mountaintop
translators. Those districts included Andes, Charlotte Valley, Fleischmanns, Gilboa-Conesville, Grand Gorge, Hunter-Tannersville, Jefferson, Margaretville, Roxbury, South Kortright, Stamford, and Windham-Ashland-Jewett.
Of course the system has grown and evolved. Tami Fancher, co-president, along with Karen Insley, of the New York State Distance Learning Consortium, explained some of the changes along the way. Coaxial cable was eventually replaced by a fiber optic network, and the system is now internet-based. Students can go on virtual field trips, including as far as Australia. There are activities for very young students, such as Monster Match and Flat Stanley journeys. High school students at multiple schools can still participate in AP classes taught at one of the schools. They can also learn about different career choices, connecting with professionals in various fields.
Along with the RSEC staff, Dr. Cyr produced a book containing his ideas on education, including predictions for the schools of 2050. Most of his predictions have already come true.
At the time of the 1989 fiftieth anniversary celebrations of the school bus conference, a movement began to get the USPS to issue a stamp commemorating the bus. Dr. Cyr felt it could take as long as five years. In 1998, Joan Dorr of Laurens revitalized that effort. In 1999, the New York State Legislature issued a resolution in support of such a stamp. But no school bus stamp was produced. That is, until January 5, 2023, when the USPS unveiled a twenty-four cent additional ounce stamp depicting a bright yellow bus. We can imagine that Dr. Cyr would have been pleased at the recognition, but we know for certain what the “Father of the Yellow School Bus” thought of the iconic color he named. He said, “To me, it’s always looked orange.”
Francis X. Driscoll
1316 Ulster Avenue
Kingston, NY 12401
asliceofitaly7115.com
845 336 7115
For years we have been providing the Kingston area with finest Italian dishes, pizza, hot and cold subs, salads and more made with the freshest ingredients and served with five star customer service. We have a full bar featuring a range of red and white wines, bottled beers, beers on tap and liquor. We also cater, and pride ourselves on being able to deliver our quality restaurant dishes right to your door. Whatever the event, no matter how many or how few, we are there for you. Open Monday through Saturday from 11 am to 10 pm, closed on Sundays.
Aba’s Falafel
54 East Market Street
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
abasfalafel.com
845 876 2324
Open daily 11 am to 3:30 pm, in the heart of Rhinebeck. Aba’s Falafel is a lunchtime hotspot known for its fresh falafel made from organic chickpeas and prepared to order. The classic fare is served alongside fresh salads, tahini, your pick of spicy or tangy sauces, and a warm pita. The menu also boasts sabich, hummus, soup, baklava, and Turkish coffee. Minus the pita, everything on the menu is gluten-free. Lovely indoor or outdoor seating, and take-out is also available. Simple, fresh, healthy, and always flavorful.
Bear Cantina
In the Bearsville Center:
295A Tinker St.
Woodstock, NY 12498
thebearcantina.com
845 684 7223
Contemporary Mexican made fresh! All of your favorites are here: burritos, tacos, quesadillas, fajitas, chimichangas and more, with several meat, fish, chicken and vegan options, and a kids menu. Enjoy streamside dining with both indoor & outdoor seating. View our full menu and place your order on the Clover app. Open Monday-Thursday 3-9 pm; Friday-Saturday 12-10 pm; Sunday 12-9 pm.
Binnekill Tavern
746 Main St.
Margaretville, NY 12455
binnekill.com
845 586 4884
Binnekill Tavern, located in the center of Margaretville, is a warm, friendly tavern featuring “Mountain Comfort Food”. The dining room provides riverside views and a large copper fireplace. The kitchen expertly cooks modern tavern classics like Lamb
Meatloaf, Pork Schnitzel, burgers, homemade soups, daily seafood specials and much more. The Tavern serves an extensive list of inventive hand-crafted cocktails, local beers on tap and a well curated wine list. Open for dinner Thursday-Sunday from 4 to 8 pm, and lunch Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 pm. Reservations recommended.
Blue Mountain Bistro-to-Go
948 Route 28
Kingston, NY 12401
bluemountainbistro.com
845 340 9800
Open 7 days a week serving homecooked healthy take-out food and baked goods. Featuring local and imported organic foods, delicious homemade desserts, sophisticated four star food by Chef Richard Erickson. At Bistro-to-Go we take seriously our mission to rise to any occasion and keep doing what we do best: serving “Feel Good Food”. Blue Mountain Bistro Catering is an award-winning, chef-owned, full service catering company offering off-premises catering for parties of all sizes. Our goal is to enhance life’s celebrations with delicious seasonal food, creative culinary presentations, and gracious, attentive service. Our passion for good food, good service, and good times will bring life to your party.
11157 State Route 23
Windham, NY 12496
brandywinewindham.com
518 734 3838
For the past 35 years, this full-service Italian restaurant has offered great food and impeccable service. Share wonderful memories with your loved ones as we fill your table with delicious Italian cuisine. Born and raised in Southern Italy, owner Louis Caracciolo has mastered the art of Italian cookery. We guarantee that we know the formula to capture the rich flavor of your favorite Italian dishes.
In the Woodstock Plaza: 83 Mill Hill Rd., Suite D Woodstock, NY 12498
New Second Location: Caffè @ Hotel Dylan 1802-B Rt. 28 Woodstock, NY 12498
caffewoodstock.com
845 684 0808
Caffe is a celebration of great coffee and food in a fast-casual atmosphere. Founded by a brother-sister team that was born and raised in Woodstock, NY, it has been our dream to return home to open a family business. We hope to offer the finest products and service, while offering great jobs within the community we call home. Open every day, 7:30 am3:30 pm.
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
6 oz cold butter, cut into chunks or slices
Richard Erickson, from Feel Good Cookbook, Bistro-to-Go
Similar to a biscuit, these free-form or drop scones have a golden outer crust and a moist inner crumb. Full of juicy blueberries and lightened with lemon zest, they’re easy to make, even if you think you’re not a baker.
4 large eggs
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups blueberries (frozen or fresh)
zest of 2 lemons
2 tablespoons turbinado sugar, such as Sugar In The Raw, for sprinkling
Preheat oven to 350°F (325°F for a convection oven). Grease a sheet tray and set it aside.
In the bowl of a food processor, combine flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt. Add cold butter. Pulse until mixture becomes coarse; alternatively, in a bowl, cut butter into flour mixture with pastry cutter until the butter is peasized. Remove the mixture to the bowl of a stand mixer (or a medium bowl to mix by hand).
Beat eggs and cream together in a separate bowl. Add egg mixture to flour mixture. Mix in a stand mixer on low speed, or stir together with wooden spoon, making sure not to over-mix. Fold in blueberries and lemon zest until incorporated. Patches of flour are okay; over-mixed scones will be tough and not flaky!
Drop rounded scoops of dough the size of tennis balls onto the prepared sheet tray and sprinkle with turbinado sugar. Bake 30 minutes, until golden brown and springy.
Che Figata Bistro
10 Reed Street
Coxsackie, NY 12051
chefigatabistro.org
518 731 2220
We are a small village, family owned Italian restaurant with a BIG passion for food. Consider this a place where everybody knows your name, where you can gather, laugh and be merry. We’ve got something for everyone here in downtown Coxsackie! A wide selection of antipasti, salads, burgers & sandwiches, pasta, risotto, meat & fish dishes, plus a weekly changing brunch menu serving breakfast and lunch dishes. Serving lunch Thursday & Friday 11 am to 3 pm; Saturday brunch & lunch 10:30 am to 3 pm; dinner Sunday 3 to 8 pm, Monday 4 to 9 pm, Wednesday through Saturday 4 to 9 pm. Closed Tuesday. Also offering in house & off-premises catering.
Chef Deanna
1645 County Highway 6
Bovina Center, NY 13740
chefdeanna.com
Weddings and special event catering, with delivery available for larger events! Chef Deanna has been on the cutting edge of the sustainable food industry for over 15 years. Surrounded by farmers and local food makers, Chef Deanna creates beautiful dishes using her Sicilian heritage and her love of everything sweet and savory.
6 medium size Idaho potatoes
2 large eggs, room temperature
3 cups all-purpose flour
5 ounces fresh plain goat cheese
2 teaspoons olive oil
Chef Devin Mills, Peekamoose Restaurant
1 bunch rainbow swiss chard (about 5-6 full leaves), sautéed & chopped
1/4 cup pinenuts, lightly toasted
2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
salt and pepper, to taste
Bake the potatoes at 425 degrees for about 50-60 minutes, or until tender. Slice open and scoop out insides. Put the potato through a mill or a ricer with the goat cheese until you have a pile of ‘riced’ potato and cheese. Do this while the potatoes are still hot. Make a well in the center and add the eggs. Whisk them into the potato-cheese mixture and add olive oil, salt and pepper. Slowly combine, incorporating all of the potato mixture with egg—but being careful not to overwork the forming dough. Start adding flour in small amounts—sprinkling it over the surface. When the dough becomes a manageable temperature, start using your hands to roll out the dough. NOTE: you may not need all of the flour. You’re looking for the dough to no longer be sticky. Roll into strips of one-inch thickness and cut small one-inch cylinders. Place the pieces of gnocchi on a lightly floured surface until you are ready to cook.
In a medium-sized sauce pan, boil about 2 quarts of lightly salted water. In a separate bowl, prepare an ice-water bath with about 2 quarts of icy water.
Once the water is at a rapid boil, add about 10-15 gnocchi at a time, being careful not to overcrowd the water. As soon as they float to the top, you can remove the gnocchi with a slotted spoon. If you are going to sauté them at a later time, add the gnocchi to an ice-water bath to halt the cooking process.
When you are ready to serve, you can sauté the gnocchi in a medium pan with about 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add 1 cup of the sautéed roughly chopped Swiss chard and about 1/4 cup toasted pinenuts. Season with salt & pepper.
Ohana Café and Crêperie
Coming from Hawaii, Aimee needed something to warm her bones on these cold New York days. The name auntie is a Hawaiian term of respect towards elders.
Pie Crust:
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/8 cups hot milk
2 eggs beaten
2 1/8 teaspoons yeast (or 2 packages instant yeast)
1 1/4 teaspoon melted butter
4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pot Pie Filling:
1 cup diced onions
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
1/3 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups chicken stock
1 cup of half and half
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup dry sherry
4 cups chopped chicken
To make the crust: combine all the ingredients, and let sit with a light towel covering to rise, or you can let it sit in the refrigerator for 8 hours.
To make the filling: on low heat sauté the onions in the butter with your chicken. Cook until chicken is cooked through, then add the rest of the veggies. Once cooked add the flour and cook a few minutes to turn it into a roux. Next you will add the chicken stock, half and half, salt and pepper. Add the sherry and parsley and season to taste.
To assemble and bake: now you have your filling and your dough should have risen! Take the dough and roll it to fit over the heated pot pie dish. Brush it will melted butter, lightly sprinkle with some fresh herbs and bake at 425 degrees until golden brown.
7261 Route 23A
Hunter, NY 12442
518 263 4184
We’re always expanding our selection of traditional, organic, biodynamic, and natural wines, plus bartender-selected spirits including single village mezcals and small batch bourbons. From Barefoot Chardonnay to Cru Beaujolais, from Fireball to Fred #5, we are a wine & spirits shop for anyone at any budget. Local spirits too.
310 Wall Street
Kingston, NY
firstcapitalpokebar.com
845 514 2801
Poke is a traditional Hawaiian dish made of fresh fish, limu (seaweed), inamona or kukui nut (candlenut) and sea salt. From its original form, Poke has evolved into a local “must have” at every social event, celebration or gathering. Poke, once thought of like a pupu or appetizer, is now commonly eaten as a meal in the form of a Poke bowl — fresh Poke on a bed of hot steamed rice or on a fresh crisp salad. Our seafood products are sourced from responsible producers and vendors that have the highest standards in assuring your seafood will be safe and wholesome. Open seven days: weekdays 11 am to 9 pm and weekends 12 to 8 pm.
7722 Main Street
Hunter, NY 12442
jagerberghall.com
518 628 5188
At Jägerberg you’ll feel like you are on an Alpine holiday with a hearty meal and crisp beer or an expertly crafted cocktail. Our menu features many German favorites as well as fresh takes on continental cuisine. Enjoy your meal and drinks outside on the deck with a view of Hunter Mountain, or in the upstairs dining room. Warm summer evenings are best under the tent in our beer garden. Jägerberg is open for dinner Friday, Saturday and Monday evenings, and for brunch on Sunday.
Jessie’s Harvest House
5819 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
jessiesharvesthouse.com
518 589 5445
Jessie’s Harvest House Restaurant and Lodge is a welcoming & cozy place to gather, featuring a delicious menu of American-style cuisine and elevated comfort foods, with locally-sourced ingredients, a friendly tavern, and rustic country lodging. Family-owned & family-run, we love to share all the freshest foods our area has to offer! Catering is available.
Kimchi Harvest Kitchen @ East Branch Farms
52234 Route 30
Roxbury, NY 12474
kimchiharvest.com
eat@kimchiharvest.com
607 326 6177
Mother Ji and Madalyn are in the business of growing, fermenting and making delicious superfoods. The Kitchen hosts schedule of cooking classes, a retail shop of pantry items and take out menu, Fridays and Saturdays. Kimchi Harvest Kimchi is made with organic vegetables grown here in the Catskill Mountains. Using a wild fermentation process, sea salt, Catskill spring water, and straight out of the ground vegetables, we achieve flavor-loaded, vitamin packed, superfoods. The kimchi fridge is SELF SERVE 24-7. stocked with fermented garlic, hot pepper mash, fresh kimchi, kimchi made with napa,cabbage, sunchokes, ramps, korean perilla, radish and other seasonal plants.
Che Figata
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup sweet vinegar peppers
6 cloves garlic
1 cup red wine vinegar
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salt and pepper to taste
1 cup chicken stock
3 links sweet Italian sausage
1 cup white wine
3 Tbsp. salted butter
Chopped parsley, for serving
Flour for dredging
8 Tbsp. oil for frying
Sauté sausage and slice into rounds. Cut chicken into strips, dredge in seasoned flour and pan fry. Set chicken aside and add garlic, vinegar peppers, and sliced sausage to pan. Sauté until garlic is nice and brown, add white wine and red wine vinegar. Add chicken back to pan. Add chicken stock and reduce until sauce thickens. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add 3 pats of butter and when sauce is glossy, the dish is finished. Garnish with chopped parsley,
La Cabaña Mexican Restaurant & Bar
966 Main St.
Fleischmanns, NY 12442
lacabanarestaurantny.com
845 254 4966
Family owned and operated since 1993, La Cabaña is rich in tradition and authenticity. Our dinners are individually prepared with the freshest ingredients available. You’ll find all of your favorites on the menu, from enchiladas, burritos, tacos, chimichangas and flautas to chile relleños, carne asada, nachos and quesadillas to traditional desserts such as flan, fried ice cream and churros. Vegetarian options are available. Closed Wednesday and Thursday.
Main Street Market 5344 NY-23
Windham, NY 12496
518 734 4134
Nestled in the quaint town of Windham NY and a short distance from Hunter Mountain, sits the nostalgic Main Street Market. The oldest operating Italian deli, market, and butcher in the community, Main Street Market has been a purveyor of quality goods in the community for over 40 years. The market is located on the main thoroughfare of Route 23, through the heart of Windham. If you want fresh baked goods, meats, cheeses, grocery goods, freshly made Italian heros, with a small-town flair, you go to the Market on Main. All your favorite Italian specialties are right here: whether its fresh thinly sliced prosciutto, various cheeses, other deli goods, fresh meat and fish, grocery items, or catering, Main Street Market has what you need!.
Spa Bites at The Emerson Resort & Spa
A Spa Bites favorite, this savory combination is an effortless departure from the classic turkey sandwich.
2 slices peasant bread
2 tablespoons tangerine marmalade
4 slices roasted turkey breast
3 ounces mild brie
1 tablespoon butter
Butter bread and grill until golden brown. Grill turkey separately until warmed through. Spread brie and marmalade on bread and add turkey. Cut the sandwich at a diagonal and serve.
Mother Earth’s Storehouse
3/4 cup white quinoa
1/4 cup red or black quinoa
1 cup coconut milk (more for drizzling)
1 cup water
2 Tbsp. maple syrup (more for drizzling)
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. salt
1/3 cup sultana raisins
1/3 cup walnuts, chopped coarsely Berries or other fruit (topping)
Place both quinoas in a strainer and rinse very well. Put in a medium saucepan with coconut milk, water, maple syrup, cinnamon and salt. Mix well and simmer, covered, about 20 minutes, or until quinoa is tender. Stir in sultana raisins and serve in bowls, topped with walnuts, berries or other fruit, and drizzled with a bit of coconut milk and maple syrup.
Mangia and Enjoy MangiaAndEnjoy.com
914 494 9951
Award Winning, Boutique Catering & Private Chef Services. Mangia and Enjoy! – Catering
With Integrity. At Mangia and Enjoy! all of our handcrafted meals are made from organic, seasonal ingredients locally sourced from a farm near you! We secure the freshest, seasonal ingredients and add our culinary magic to create a magical and delectable experience for you and your guests. We proudly serve both Colorado Springs, Colorado and the Hudson Valley, New York area, and everywhere in between! From weddings and corporate events to private parties and vacations, we look forward to serving all of your catering and private chef needs with impeccable service and delectable food. Also, we provide cooking classes, culinary consulting, and more!
Mother Earth’s Storehouse
300 Kings Mall Ct. Kingston, NY 12401
249 Main St. Saugerties, NY 12477
motherearthstorehouse.com
845 336 5541 (Kingston)
845 246 9614 (Saugerties)
Founded in 1978, Mother Earth’s Storehouse is proud to serve you from two different locations, all in the Hudson Valley region of New York. No matter which store it is
you encounter, you will be greeted by the best possible customer service our employees can provide, as well as a grand selection of high quality organic and natural products. Come to any of our convenient store locations and see for yourself. Sign up for a Mother Earth’s rewards card today and start saving!
Namaste Indian Restaurant
3112 Route 9W
Saugerties, NY 12477
namasteindianny.com
845 247 3590
Experience delicious, fresh Indian cuisine in a family-owned and operated restaurant, the only Indian restaurant in the town of Saugerties. Check out our all-youcan-eat lunch buffet. There is something for everyone, from vegetarian and non-vegetarian appetizers and entrees, to a selection of tandoori, rice dishes, breads, desserts, and a kid’s menu. Enjoy it all with a refreshing mango lassi. We use the highest quality fresh ingredients in our unique and flavorful recipes. We offer free delivery up to five miles from the restaurant with a minimum of $50. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner.
117 Partition Street
Saugerties, NY 12477
ohanacafeny.com
845 217 5750
Ohana Cafe is a unique jewel in the heart of Saugerties, specializing in crepes. We use all local ingredients and make our dishes to order with Hawaiian influenced dishes and unique flavors & combinations to awaken your senses. Ohana means family in Hawaiian and we hope everyone who comes to dine with us leaves feeling like they are a part of our “Ohana.” We are proud to announce our new Green Initiative. With times like these we need to look towards the future. At Ohana Cafe we will be decreasing our carbon footprint. In order to do this we will effectively get rid of all non-reusable and only offer reusable to-go’s. We believe in being strong members of our community by giving back where possible. We support local farms and businesses. Our community is our backbone and without it we wouldn’t be here, so we give local discounts to say thanks! Ohana Cafe’s initiative is to support our future community by being as green as possible.
Glausen,
1 pint mirin
1 pint sake
400 grams shiro miso
1 cup sugar
1 pint pineapple puree
Simmer sake & mirin to cook off alcohol. DO NOT CATCH FIRE
Whisk in miso & simmer for 1 minute
Whisk in sugar & pineapple puree, simmer for another minute
Remove from heat, allow to cool, store & label.
Pancho Villa’s Mexican Restaurant
6037 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
panchovillamex.com
518 589 5134
Pancho Villa’s is owned and operated by the Oscar and Patricia Azcue family. They have been proudly serving authentic Mexican food on Main Street in Tannersville since 1992. Rooted in tradition, their passion is sharing great food and good company. All of the traditional Mexican favorites are served here, from enchiladas and burritos to chimichangas and flautas...plus great margaritas and daiquiris! Open every day except Tuesday.
Peekamoose
Restaurant & Tap Room
8373 State Route 28
Big Indian, NY 12410
peekamooserestaurant.com
845 254 6500
Devin and Marybeth Mills
hail from some of New York City’s finest restaurants: The Hudson River Club, Picholine, Le Bernardin, Guastavino’s, Atlantic Grill, Remi Restaurant, and the famed Gramercy Tavern. Seeking to move closer to the farms supplying their menu, they have beautifully restored this country farmhouse set among the bucolic Catskill Mountains. The restaurant supports local growers by changing their menu daily, to represent the freshest ingredients available.
Pika’s Farm Table
876 Neighborhood Road
Lake Katrine, NY
pikasfarmtable.com
845 383 1199
We aspire to be your source for homemade healthy and delicious foods made with farm fresh ingredients. We did all the food shopping and cooking for you. We know every farmer and supplier we source from. Every recipe has been tested to meet our standard of quality, and every batch has been tasted by us personally to ensure deliciousness. We offer pick up at our kitchen Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm (please call ahead before pick up), pick up at the Troy, Pleasantville and Pakatakan Farmer’s Markets, and online ordering always with standard UPS shipping on Wednesdays to your door.
The Roost
3542 Main Street
Stone Ridge, NY 12484
845 687 0022
theroostinstoneridge.com
Fresh handmade cooking, served all day. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For breakfast: eggs & omelets, yogurt, hash and skillet dishes, pancakes, french toast. For lunch and dinner: soups and salads, quiches, sandwiches. Great burgers and fries! Vegetarian and vegan options available. Craft beer on tap. Daily specials.
Shawn’s Fresh Fish
5150 Route 28
Mount Tremper, NY 12457
On Instagram: @ShawnsFreshFish
845 702 2120
Located at the Migliorelli Farm Stand. We started our business in the spring of 2016. We carry a large selection of fresh fish and seafood. Also, try our fresh made soups, salads and locally smoked fish. Requests welcomed.
Sunflower Market
75 Mill Hill Road
Woodstock, NY 12498
24 Garden Street
Rhinebeck, NY, 12572
sunflowernatural.com
Shawn’s Fresh Fish
1/4 lb. bacon, chopped
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
1/4 lb. red potatoes, diced
3 Tbsp. fresh thyme
1 1/2 cups clam juice
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 lbs. halibut, cut into 2” pieces
salt and pepper
845 679 5361 (Woodstock)
845 876 2555 (Rhinebeck)
Since 1978, we’ve dedicated ourselves to bringing our customers whole-health products they can feel good serving to the people they love. We work with local farmers & businesses to ensure that we always know where our food comes from. We are devoted to providing a large selection of clean & sustainably sourced food, high-quality organic produce & all-natural products. When you buy from us, you’re buying from a company that is committed to promoting well-being for you & your environment.
In a large stewpot, sauté bacon until crisp, about 8 minutes. Put on a paper towel to drain.
To the same pot with the bacon grease, add onion, celery, carrots, and potatoes on medium heat. Sauté 3-4 minutes until soft. Stir in 2 Tbsp. thyme, add in cream and broth, and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in bacon.
Add fish, cover and cook until fish is opaque and vegetables are tender, 10-12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Sprinkle remaining 1 Tbsp. of thyme on top.
Tito Bandito’s Taco & Tequila Bar
302 Main Street
Pine Hill, NY 12465
titobanditos.com
845 254 3113
Tito Bandito’s is the spot to enjoy modern Mexican cuisine and hand-crafted cocktails. Our menu features traditional and inventive tacos, quesadillas, burritos, and much more. The bar serves local and Mexican beer on tap, specialty margaritas, and an extensive tequila list. Fun and casual. Indoor and outdoor seating. Take-out.
330 Route 12
Saugerties, NY 12477
townandcountryliquorstore.com
845 246 8931
Our selection of wines and spirits is among the best in the Hudson Valley. Our friendly helpful staff is here to assist you in finding the right beverage: we have a huge selection of wines and spirits from all over the world.
Grilled Chicken
3/4 lbs. chicken breasts
pinch salt & pepper
1 tsp. fresh rosemary
1 tsp. fresh thyme
1 Tbsp. olive oil
Basil Lemon Garlic Sauce
3 Tbsp. olive oil
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. garlic
2 Tbsp. fresh basil
pinch of salt
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
1/2 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes
1 tsp. roasted garlic
1/2 stick unsalted butter
3 Tbsp. sour cream
4 Tbsp. heavy cream
pinch salt & pepper
Mixed Veggies
1/4 lbs. broccoli
1 red pepper
1 yellow pepper
1/4 lbs. cauliflower
1/4 lbs. zucchini
2 Tbsp. olive oil
pinch salt & pepper
Grilled Chicken: Put the chicken in a bowl, add the salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, and olive oil and let it marinate for 2 hours. Grill until cooked through.
Basil Lemon Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, finely chopped garlic, chopped basil, and salt.
Mashed potatoes: Peel the potatoes and boil in plenty of salted water until fork tender, then mash with rroasted garlic, butter, sour cream, heavy cream, salt and pepper.
Mixed veggies: Julienne the zucchini and bell peppers and chop the cauliflower and broccoli, then sauté in olive oil and add salt and pepper.
The Wine Hutch
936 State Route 28
Kingston, NY 12401
thewinehutch.net
On Facebook: thewinehutch
845 334 9463
Aba’s Falafel, Rhinebeck
Nut mixture:
1 pound chopped nuts
(walnuts, pecans, pistachios)
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. ground cardamom
Syrup:
1 cup water
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup date syrup
2 Tbls. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. rose water
For the Baklavah:
16 sheets of phyllo dough
1 cup vegan butter, melted
To make the nut mixture: Process (pulse) the nuts to small even sized pieces. Combine with sugar, cinnamon, and cardamom.
To make the syrup: Bring all ingredients to a boil, then reduce to medium low heat and let simmer for 7 minutes and slightly thickened.
To assemble and bake the Baklavah:
Lightly grease pan and set the oven to 350°F.
Place a sheet of phyllo dough into the pan, brush the phyllo sheet with melted butter. Repeat 7 more times until it is 8 sheets thick, each sheet being “painted” with the butter.
Spoon on a thin layer of the nut mixture. Cover with two more sheets of phyllo, brushing each one with butter. Continue to repeat the nut mixture and two buttered sheets of phyllo until the nut mixture is all used up. The top layer should be 8 phyllo sheets thick, each sheet being individually buttered.
Score (almost to bottom) using a sharp knife. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes or until lightly golden brown, and edges appear slightly crisp.
Spoon the warm syrup over the hot baklava and let cool for at least 4 hours.
Whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner with your closest family or throwing a large, boisterous celebration, let The Wine Hutch help you make the most of your event! We offer an exceptional selection of wines and spirits—from local to global—for every occasion. And don’t forget the bubbly! We carry Champagne, Prosecco and Cava, perfect for every celebration. Distinctive specialty items, gift baskets and gift cards, too! Open every day (except Christmas Day). Curbside pick-up available.
& Spa
5340 Route 28
Mt. Tremper, NY 12457
emersonresort.com
845 688 2828, option 6
Contemporary cuisine, locally sourced and classically crafted, prepared with fresh ingredients and unforgettable flavors that hone in on the local spirit. Enjoy our Spa Bites menu with a variety of cheese and veggie boards, flatbreads, housemade soups, sandwiches, freshly prepared açai and smoothie bowls, seasonal specialty cocktails and more!
63 Tinker St. Woodstock, NY 12498
woodstockwineandliquor.com
845 679 2669
Located in the heart of Woodstock, WW&L is a family-owned, lovingly curated boutique shop with more than 1000 different wines, spirits, sakes and ciders to choose from. Our focus is on local wines and spirits, naturally and sustainably produced wines from around the world, in an inviting, non-pretentious environment. Respecting tradition while celebrating innovation. Check out the free in-store tastings to discover new favorites. Order online for pickup or free local delivery.
With over 30 years of experience under her belt, Chef Deanna has been specializing in “farm to table” weddings in the Catskills for the last 15 years. Everything she makes is homemade by Deanna herself to guarantee quality. We recently caught up with her to ask a few questions. Here is what she said about being part of such a growing industry.
“Folks always ask me what my favorite dish to make is, which is manicotti. It was my favorite food to eat growing up and I constantly hounded my mom to make it, so she taught me how. It was the first thing I learned to cook and I was about 8 years old. I am still making them and I love that I bring this special family dish to weddings. It is so time consuming and a ton of work but worth it.
“Another question I am asked often is regarding service style. People have a misconception about buffet being a less fancy way to serve a large crowd. We prefer a buffet for a few reasons, one is the fact that it is beautiful … is there anything more beautiful than a bountiful table? For me it is a classic service style. From a professional point of view. I have served weddings for over 30 years and I can say, when people go through a buffet line and have the chance to pick what they want to eat and even have seconds, folks are happy. I don’t mind serving a plated dinner either, at least we know everyone was fed. The worst serving style is “family style” hand down. No one actually wants to go to a wedding that is serving “family style”. Don’t get me wrong, it is a lovely way to eat dinner with your family but not serve a large group of people. It really comes down to common sense. Since all of our weddings
are outside, and we are putting hot food in ceramic plates and then placing them on the table and waiting for people to serve themselves. It is not a great idea at all and in most cases now, we simply say no to it.
“A few tips I would give to couples planning their wedding: One would be only serve beer and wine, I have seen alcohol do horrible things to a wedding and lets be honest, we are all adults now. Do we have to be doing shots of tequila and getting sick in the woods all night at a friends wedding? No, it is never a good look. By all means, party and have fun with friends but maybe be a bit classier on your wedding.
“Another tip is ask other vendors for recommendations regarding everything. So, instead of telling the photographer how you want your pictures taken, leave it to the photographer. Same applies for the caterer and DJ … most of us are professionals and we have served or worked more weddings than most so allowing creating freedom, in most cases, makes the day so much better.
“Another tip is have snack to guest to leave with. It really doesn’t matter what they are, it can be random chip or crackers or cookies as long as someone can put it in their purse and eat in on the way home. Everyone loves this. Oh and bring small bottles of water for the way home also.
“These are just a few little things but they make a huge difference to a wedding day.”
For more information about Chef Deanna, visit her website at chefdeanna.com.
Mangia and Enjoy!, the Hudson Valley’s award winning, premiere, boutique, luxury catering and private chef service, leads the region in high quality, locally sourced, organic delectable feasts for your occasion. Specializing in world flavors in a signature style, Mangia and Enjoy! creates food with a flair not experienced with any other caterer or private chef. The dishes they make are ones you won’t find at any other restaurant or by another caterer or private chef, because their dishes are unique and certainly far removed from any standard fare often experienced at larger events.
Be it intimate celebratory affairs or large events, Mangia and Enjoy! and their accomplished team of chefs strive to always exceed expectations with scrumptious and memorable meals you can only find through their signature dishes made with creative expertise and loads of love.
Mangia and Enjoy! is a fervent believer that food should be beautifully presented, as we eat with our eyes and noses first, then we enjoy the immense pleasure of our tingling tastebuds. Furthermore, because their ingredients are of such high quality and superbly combined, the aftereffects leave you feeling great and those who are fortunate enough to indulge have everlasting memories and cravings to come back again.
Executive Chef Sarah Chianese was born and raised in Brooklyn surrounded by all of the ethnic cuisines in her neighborhood. Although she was a natural born vegetarian, her impeccable sense of smell allowed her to grasp the flavors in the carnivorous dishes and apply them to her culinary creations.
Discovering the Hudson Valley decades ago, Chef Sarah made it her home and fell in love with the bounty local farmers had to offer. Rich in variety, the seasonal produce and lovingly raised animals the farms inspire every dish.
Mangia and Enjoy!’s motto is Catering With Integrity, and each moment in the sourcing, preparation and execution of every dish is infused with love. Even the oils and spices added to each pan are placed in the shape of a heart! The intention of “Cooking With Love” has remained a constant throughout Mangia and Enjoy!’s successful history.
Customizing luxury events that speak to each client’s needs allow Mangia and Enjoy! to create a unique, flavorful, colorful and visually exceptional experience for all guests fortunate enough to be present.
From hand-crafted signature hors d’oeuvres … to their renowned fine cheese and charcuterie displays … to an in-house baker, Lori of Sweet Fenton, who creates incredible sweets to lend a perfect kiss to end the event … Mangia and Enjoy! creates true feasts served in whichever fashion you desire.
Dietary concerns are also honored in a creative, flavorful and impeccable manner, providing you with delight knowing all guests are truly cared for.
Mangia and Enjoy! is also fully immersed in professional industry associations with elite credentials and affiliations, rendering them a truly exceptional choice for your event.
Mangia and Enjoy! is often booked far in advance, so you or your planner should reach out to them as soon as you know the date for your event. www.MangiaAndEnjoy.com 914 494 9951
“When you make food with sincerity without losing your concentration, the food will reveal its true taste.”
—Immortal Classic
Afirst-of-its-kind immersive culinary event highlighting all that Sullivan County has to offer, Bethel Woods will host Catskills Cuisine on Saturday, May 13 from 10 am to 5 pm. With the ever growing popularity of the Catskills, curators will use this new platform to expose visitors to the beauty of the region in conjunction with the distinct cuisine. The destination’s natural rivers, micro-organic farms and forests serve as endless inspiration for the exploding culinary scene, driven by a diverse wealth of local sustainably-sourced products, fresh-from-the-farm produce, and a range of quality craft beverages.
Catskills Cuisine takes inspiration from local fare, farmers, and restaurants, featuring celebrity, notable and local chefs participating in tastings, demonstrations and hands-on experiences to immerse visitors in the county. It will be a time to bring visitors, music, and cuisine together, while allowing local culinary experts to shine and be inspired by other accomplished American chefs.
With experiences suited to a variety of interests and audiences, ticket offerings range from General Admission, which includes cooking demonstrations, tastings, and appearances from renowned chefs on the Bethel Woods grounds; to a VIP pass that grants access to the Event Gallery which will be transformed into
a culinary theater with exclusive demonstrations from celebrity chefs Alton Brown, Scott Conant, Alex Guarnaschelli, Marcus Samuelsson, and Geoffrey Zakarian preparing dishes inspired by the Catskills; and even a Super-VIP level that admits a small group into a VIP lounge that includes food samplings, meet & greets with the celebrity chefs and book signing opportunities. General Admission ticket holders can expect appearances from: Cesare Casella, Saul Montiel, Ayesha Nurdjaja, Labelle Farms internationally-renowned chefs, plus demonstrations by chefs from Foster Supply Hospitality (a James Beard Restaurateur’s nominee, Claire Marin of Catskill Provisions, Seminary Hill Executive Chef Jack Tippett, Jean Paul Medina of Callicoon Hills, Jamie Stankevicius of Neversink General Store, Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark Executive Chef Kevin Mcafee, Resorts World Catskills Executive Chef Ted Iwachiw, Melissa Ben-Ishay (Baked by Melissa), and more to come!
Tickets start at $66 for adults and $25 for children. VIP Gastronome level is $121, and the super VIP Connoisseur level is $244. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit catskill-cuisine.com.
Bethel Woods Center for the Arts is located on the site of the 1969 Woodstock Music Festival at 200 Hurd Road, Bethel, NY.
The 16th annual Rip Van Winkle Wine, Brew and Beverage Festival will be held on Saturday, May 13 at Historic Catskill Point, 1 Main Street in Catskill. Come and taste a variety of wine, craft beer, and distilled beverages, along with samples of food and a variety of craft vendors, and live music throughout the day. The festival was voted Best Large Scale Community Event for 2022 in Greene County.
The Rip Van Winkle Wine, Brew and Beverage Festival is presented by the Fortnightly Club of Catskill, recipient of the 2022 Not for Profit of the Year of Greene County, NY. Founded in October of 1932, the Fortnightly Club of Catskill is a woman’s service organization established exclusively for community, charitable and educational purposes.
The Club started with the preparation of hot lunches in the Catskill School (which is now the Catskill Middle School). During World War II, the Club also prepared gauze bandages for the war effort.
Today, the club’s fundraising efforts benefit the surrounding community through scholarships, community youth group events, children books, fire department, a children’s summer art program, holiday gifts for elderly shut-ins, and equipment for health needs, as well as sponsoring other community events and organizations.
Other projects supported by the Club have included organizations and events for youth winter skating program, youth ski, basketball and baseball organizations, and theater presentations at the elementary and middle schools.
The Fortnightly Club also spearheaded fund raising for the playground at Dutchman’s Landing and supports the maintenance of the playground at Elliott Park, which the Club funded and built.
Tickets are $25 and can be purchased throughTicketspice at fortnightlyclubofcatskill.ticketspice.com/rip-van-winkle-winebrew-beverage-festival or on the day of the event. The Festival is held rain or shine.
Anorthern gael from Ireland may have been the first of many to state that golf, a game adored by many, might just be “a good walk spoilt.”
Well, many might feel the same about plummeting into extremely cold … sometimes even icy … water. Some could say that it is a “warm shower ruined” and it might give you the shivers just thinking about it, and yet, like golf, many are doing this worldwide. There is even a Winter Swimming World Championship. This year it was held at Lake Bled in Slovenia, during January, and in recent years over a thousand swimmers have competed. And close to home, every February up in northern Vermont the folks at the Memphremagog Winter Swim Society host the Memphremagog Winter Swim Festival. The gathering grew this year to 155 winter swimmers, from all over the United States and Canada. They swam everything from 25 meters to 200 meters in the only competitive 25-meter, two lane pool cut in the ice in all of the Americas. Water temperature was 30.5 F (think microscopic slushy).
The major reason, often repeated by those who join in, is that it is a very healthy activity and so good for our bodies, but for criminy sakes alive, aren’t there warmer ways? So, let’s prepare to take a frosty dive in to investigate this activity further, and you may need an insulated wetsuit … or two.
Cold swimming, also known as cold water immersion or winter swimming, involves immersing your body in extremely cold water for a short, or longer, period of time. This practice has gained widespread popularity in recent years due to the numerous health benefits associated with it and most importantly backed up by scientific research.
By Greg MaddenAs children, many remember all of us swimming until our lips were blue and we were pulled from the water to warm up by adults. We wanted to stay in that chilly water and often voiced our displeasure. Then, there is Wim Hof who combines an icy dip with deep breathing all in the name of health. Of course you are DEEP breathing, as you are freezing and maybe your focused breathing will warm you up.
Hof, also known as “The Iceman” for his ability to withstand extreme cold, says that “Cold-water swimming is one of the most powerful ways to reduce inflammation, improve circulation, increase energy and balance hormones.”
The target of Hof’s practice is to help us become healthier, stronger and even happier by mastering our cardiovascular and nervous systems while building better immunity and reducing stress and anxiety and even pain management.
For as many of us who would find this a painful exercise, a quick internet search would show there are thousands of groups who adore cold swimming across America, and about a dozen or more within a comfortable drive here in the Catskill Mountains.
Our snow covered Catskill Mountains create the perfect ponds and lakes for this activity. There are literally hundreds of swimming holes throughout New York State. Lake Allure, near Glens Falls, has its fans and the Peekamoose Blue Hole is a favorite year round swimming spot amongst these parts. Nationally, clubs and associations that promote this form of wellness come and go and with the growing legion of followers there will be more.
In 2017, the United States National Winter Swimming Championships were held in New York at Brooklyn, NY just off
the Coney Island Boardwalk. The ocean temperatures were between 35-40 degrees and the air temperatures were not quite that warm.
Cold swimming is not for everyone but for those who do it, it is a way of life they’ve warmed up to, in a more chilly fashion. In a 2018 TIME Magazine article, Ram Barkai, then 60 years old and one who would like to see his sport in the Olympics states, “It’s a sea of paradox, you dive into the ice, and it feels like you’re jumping into fire. It is beautiful, but deadly. It is hard and debilitating, but invigorating. You feel alive. Everything feels great. You feel healthy. And you didn’t have to take any drugs or drink a bottle of whiskey,” Barkai continued.
It’s not just the participants like Barkai who like the chilly plunges, the sports and medical community also sings the praises of those who brave the elements.
Dr. Heather Massey, senior lecturer in sport and exercise science at the University of Portsmouth, “Cold-water swimming has been shown to have a positive effect on the immune system, reducing the frequency of colds and flu, as well as reducing the severity of symptoms.”
Dr. Elissa Epel, professor of psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco, adds: “Cold-water swimming can have profound effects on mood, mental clarity and overall happiness. It’s been shown to reduce inflammation, improve sleep and improve metabolic rate.”
And Dr. Niall Moyna, professor of health and human performance at Dublin City University, says: “Cold-water swimming has been found to improve cardiovascular health, increase metabolism, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease.”
So when you wake up tomorrow, you could move the tub or shower temperature indicator closer to “C” than to “H.” Then, the next thing you know you’ll be searching for a local “Penguin Plunge.” This progression can next lead to cold swimming support groups and soon you’ll be battling your native country men or women in some frigid chilly waters for national glory. The final step in the process is to find yourself competing with others around the globe to once again feel the “fire” of the icy plunge. Like the others who adopt this passion, you’ll now be hooked on the invigorating connection of moving through the healthy water and yes even smiling. Imagine that! Take your mark, GO !!
Before you start plunging into the depths of cold water, follow these tips to ensure your safety
It is very important to first seek advice from a medical professional if you have any pre-existing health conditions.
Begin the practice slowly and gradually as you build up to longer periods of time in the cold water.
NEVER do a cold dip alone.
If it’s your first time, practice with someone who is experienced in cold water immersion
NEVER try to show off and stay in for a long time. Know your body’s limits and leave your ego at the water’s edge. Even for some experienced cold water swimmers, sometimes it’s just not the right day to stay in.
Know the signs of hypothermia and pay attention to them. Make sure the person you’re with also knows the signs of hypothermia, and can pull you out if need be. If you show any signs of hypothermia, get medical attention immediately.
Know that hypothermia can set in even 10+ minutes out of the water, so aftercare is super important:
1. Get out of your wet stuff as soon as you can after you leave the water, and get into dry clothing.
Greg Madden, is the Development Manager at Wellness Rx Pharmacy where he also practices alternative healing modalities like Tui-Na Medical Massage and BioPhoton Light Therapy. More at www. IlluminatingWellness.care.
WellnessRx, Pharmacy for the Public Good is America’s first nonprofit Community Pharmacy and Wellness Center in Tannersville, NY (WellnessRxLLC.com) and in April in Phoenicia, NY (PharmacyforthePublicGood.org), both located on Main Street.
2. As much as you may want to, DO NOT take a hot shower or immerse yourself in hot water immediately after leaving the cold water. It can cause blood to rush to places it shouldn’t. Instead, get dried off and try to warm up slowly.
3. Keep a thermos of warm water and a small plastic tub to put your hands and feet in after you get out.
4. Keep another thermos with some warm tea or other warm liquid and sip it slowly.
By Margaret Donsbach Tomlinson
Aweed, they say, “is a plant out of place.” So many people have said this, it’s hard to trace back to who said it first. Alex Brown may have been first to write it down, in The Coffee Planter’s Manual, published in 1880. This definition has the value of not slandering any of the plants it describes. Every plant does have a place, after all, since it originated in a natural habitat. Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered.”
You may think the plantain weed (Plantago species, not to be confused with the banana relative) is an unsightly garden interloper until you discover it has the virtue of being an antidote to poison ivy. If you’ve been exposed to poison ivy, simply crush a few leaves of plantain weed to squeeze the moisture out and rub it on your skin where the poison ivy touched. Jewelweed (Impatiens capensis, a native plant) is another poison ivy antidote.
The common dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) tagged along with early settlers from Europe. Many people struggle to eradicate dandelions from their lawns, but dandelions too have virtues.
Some people make the flowers into dandelion wine. The young greens are highly nutritious and have medicinal properties, suggested by the French word for dandelion, pissenlit, which literally means “wet the bed.” Even if you don’t harvest dandelions for your own purposes, birds love the seeds. Children delight in their cheerful yellow blooms and fluffy seedheads. Did you ever make a wish and blow a head of dandelion seeds to the wind?
The seeds of goldenrod (Solidago canadensis, a native plant) are also wind borne. You may find goldenrod plants popping up in spring wherever your garden has a bare spot. Goldenrod in full flower can be magnificent, but there’s no denying that in the wrong place it can look weedy. This plant is a perfect example of one that can be either out of place or absolutely wonderful.
“You fight dandelions all weekend, and late Monday afternoon there they are, pert as all get out, in full and gorgeous bloom, pretty as can be, thriving as only dandelions can in the face of adversity.”
—Hal Borland
Stop Reading! Perhaps it is strange advice to hear from a bookseller, but it is true. Before I opened Briars & Brambles Books, I felt compelled to finish any book I started, even if I didn’t like the characters, storyline, or writing. I felt I owed it to the author to finish; anything less felt like quitting. Sound familiar? Here’s the good news … in retrospect, I was wrong.
Reading requires the reader and the characters develop a relationship. As a reader, you invest your valuable time, energy, and attention getting to know and care about the characters. (Think: Jude in A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara). Characters and plots elicit a range of reader reaction including: joy, anger, fear, excitement, sorrow, jealousy, admiration, confusion, sympathy, frustration, and relatability. While the characters may be fictionalized, the emotions they produce in the reader are very real! Therefore, reading is not a “simple act.”
Rather, reading is an activity. Reading needs to be prioritized and made time for, just like any good relationship. However, as in real life, not every relationship needs to continue. t can take courage to stop reading a specific book, especially if it is popular. Many of my customers “feel bad” when they don’t like a book that a friend has recommended (admitting you don’t like it can feel similar to saying that you didn’t hit it off with a friend of theirs). As a bookseller, it took me a while to get comfortable tell-
ing my customers if I didn’t like a particular book, somehow, I felt like it was a reflection (read: personal failure) of myself. Applying the “reading is a relationship” approach has helped me reframe my perspective and has ultimately made me both a better reader and bookseller.
So, what is my criteria to “end” a relationship with a book? It’s the same as in real life. Ultimately, if I realize that I don’t care about the characters or am indifferent to what happens to them, I give myself permission to put it down. I will always be in awe of anybody who writes a book, but if it is not well written (and to be honest a lot of not very well written books manage to get published annually), then I will put it down. I have had to train myself to understand that choosing to put down a book doesn’t hurt the author’s feelings (they will never know) and it’s not quitting. Rather, I have learned my time is precious.
Bottom line: If I don’t enjoy spending time with the characters and I don’t want to invest any further in the relationship, I’ve learned to walk away, guilt-free. There are plenty of other books and characters that are more “worthy” of my time and energy.
Looking for a good read? Visit Briars & Brambles Books at the corner of Route 296 and South Street in Windham—Jen or another member of her knowledgeable staff will help you pick out your next book.
DOCTOROW CENTER FOR THE ARTS
7971 Main Street Village of Hunter
SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
PLEASE visit catskillmtn.org or call 518 263 4702 in advance. Shows open on Friday & run through Sunday.
Ticket Prices: $11 / $9 seniors & children under 11
View each week’s schedule and view trailers for our films online at www.catskillmtn.org
• We strongly encourage you to purchase your tickets in advance. Please visit www.catskillmtn.org and click on the film you’d like to see to choose your showing and reserve your seat!
www.catskillmtn.org • 518 263 4702
Museum
7971 Main Street Hunter, NY 12442 catskillmtn.org
518 263 2063
The Catskill Mountain Foundation’s Piano Performance Museum is the home of the Steven E. Greenstein Piano Collection, a one-of-a-kind collection of historic pianos and musical artifacts. A destination unlike any other in the United States, the Piano Performance Museum offers a unique glimpse into the development of pianos in Europe and America over the past four centuries. Open on Fridays and Saturdays 11am to 3pm by appointment. Email ppm@ catskillmtn.org or call 518 263 2063 before your visit, to ensure that the museum will be open.
34 Big Hollow Road Maplecrest, NY 12454 sugarmaples.org
A program of the Catskill Mountain Foundation, Sugar Maples Center for Creative Arts offers short term adult workshop programming in ceramics, painting, drawing, fiber arts and weekly classes in ceramics and fiber arts during the summer season. Weekly classes in painting, drawing and ceramics continue during the fall, winter, and spring seasons. All classes are led by artists who are renowned and celebrated in their field. The summer Art Explorers program provides opportunities for local youth to explore their creativity through art exploration.
51 Co Rd 12
East Meredith, NY 13757 hanfordmills.org
607 278 5744
Experience a story of innovation, ingenuity and entrepreneurship at a historic working mill site. Hanford Mills Museum offers insights into the past and lessons about the relationships between people, the things they make, and the places they live. Join Hanford Mills as we celebrate our 50th anniversary season! Visit hanfordmills.org for more information about visiting the museum and our 2023 schedule of programs and events.
Route 296 & South Street
Windham, NY 12496
briarsandbramblesbooks.com
518 750 8599
Briars and Brambles Books is your go-to Indie Bookstore in the heart of the Catskill Mountains. Briars & Brambles Books is a dream come true for owner & part-time Windham resident, Jen Schwartz. Jen has combined her love of books with her experience as a long-time library volunteer and past library board president to create an inviting, knowledgeable and professional atmosphere. Jen’s hand-picked
team includes: a rare-book aficionado, a former teacher with her own line of children’s decor, and a college student with remarkable curiosity. The Briars & Brambles team understands that being a bookseller involves so much more than simply “selling books” and is committed to providing unparalleled personal attention.
Thorpe’s GMC
5964 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
thorpesgmcinc.com
518 589 7142
Thorpe’s unmatched service and diverse GMC inventory have set them apart as the preferred dealer in Tannersville. With a full-service team of sales and service professionals, visit them today to discover why they have the best reputation in the area. They offer one of the largest GMC inventories in New York, and their trained sales staff will help you every step of the way.
ing two bathrooms (one is handicap accessible), a large sitting area, a conference room, individual workspaces with computer monitors and a large screen TV, free WIFI, access to printers, and a studio for creative activities. The Artist’s Hideaway provides individual lockers for artists to safely store their supplies. There is plenty of on site parking. The Center has an ever increasing offering of classes, programs, and events for people of all ages.
7947 Main Street
Hunter, NY 12442
phoenixwebcollective.com
518 628 5101
Mutual aid resource on the mountain! Local Artist Shop, Makers’ Space, and our Free Mart—a place where you can get gently used and vintage clothing, home goods, food, toys, books, music, movies, jewelry, electronics, and more for free or “paywhat-you-can.” We also host small events and workshops. All are welcome!
5494 NY-23
Windham, NY 12496 mainstreetcenter.org
518 734 4168
The Main Street Community Center strives to build a caring, welcoming and inclusive environment to benefit all of the communities on the Mountain Top. Centrally located in Windham, the building contains multiple rooms, includ-
9W & Van Kleecks Lane
Kingston, NY 12401
AugustineNursery.com
845 338 4936
We’ve been creating landscapes of distinction through-
out the Hudson Valley since 1974. We started small in our hometown of Kingston. Today, Augustine Nursery has grown to become one of the leading residential and commercial
landscape design firms and the “nursery of choice” among high-end landscape architects, independent contractors and discerning homeowners. We offer a stunning selection of larger scale, estate-grade trees, shrubs and plants. There are hundreds of varieties, ranging from the most popular to the new and emerging. We also offer a full menu of nursery services, from planning and design to installation and dress finish for greenscapes and hardscapes.
Gardens by Trista
176 Polen Hill Road
Gilboa, NY 12076
gardensbytrista.com
607 588 6762
Gardens by Trista is a full service landscape company focused on providing each client with the individualized landscape or garden of their dreams. We know each property and client holds their own unique essence which we use to transform the land and its elements into their personalized landscape. We strive to fulfill the needs of each and every customer. Whether it be a complete design/ build for new construction or help with an existing garden that needs a rejuvenation. We also have an extensive garden maintenance division to help keep your landscape and garden in pristine condition.
Houst Hardware
4 Mill Hill Road
Woodstock, NY 12498
housthardware.com
845 679 2115
Shop local with Houst Hardware, independent and family owned for 89 years. For all your projects, Houst Has IT. Benjamin Moore Paints, Equipment Rentals, Tools, Plumbing, Electrical, Organic and Heirloom Garden Seeds, Organic Soils and Fertilizers, Housewares, Weber grills, Seasonal products, Camping and Toys. Everything you need for work and play.
5354 Route 23
Windham, NY 12496
besthottubs.com
518 734 9100
Best Hot Tubs Windham store serves the Hunter/Windham, NY and entire Mountain Top area, including the nearby ski resorts at Hunter, Windham and Belleayre. You will find the right hot tub for your lifestyle and all the accessories you need to make your summer and winter spa experience perfect. Bullfrog Spas are the only hot tubs personalized just for you with a complete array of unique, interchangeable JetPaks. Best Hot Tubs can help you design your perfect backyard and select the right Bullfrog Spa to feature, along with many other products and services.
11111 State Route 23
Windham, NY 12496
theknittingroomny.com
518 768 1944
Co owned by long time friends
May and Zairi, The Knitting Room is a yarn store specializing in locally produced and hand dyed yarn. Come touch gorgeous yarn and stay to knit or crochet over a cup of hot cocoa, latte or tea. We offer beginner and advanced classes, and help starting new projects. With gorgeous views of Windham Mountain and a great atmosphere, any afternoon spent at The Knitting Room is guaranteed good fun in fantastic company.
Catskill Mountain Foundation
2023 Performing Arts Season
Doctorow Center for the Arts
7971 Main St., Hunter, NY 12442
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
6050 Main St., Tannersville, NY 12485
catskillmtn.org
Ticket line: 518 263 2063
2023 marks our 25th Season of bringing the arts to the mountaintop, and we’re celebrating with our largest season yet! Join us for over 70 performances of classical, pop, and jazz music, theater, dance, and events for families in our two stunning venues in Hunter and Tannersville. Perfor-
mances in April include Robert Burke Warren’s Cash on Cash on April 1 (a collaboration with the Maude Adams Theater Hub), Ibex Puppetry’s Ajijaak on Turtle Island on April 8, The Moss Quartet on April 15, and Chanticleer on April 22.
22 Rock City Road
Woodstock, NY 12498
colonywoodstock.com
The Smartest Rendezvous in the Catskills. Situated in the heart of Woodstock, NY, the Colony is unlike any other. The moment you step inside our historic venue, you’ll instantly feel the welcoming vibe and spirit of a true Catskills artists’ haven. Stop by for a bite to eat, kick back with your favorite libation and enjoy some of the area’s best shows. Although our building is nearly a century old, our amenities include modern state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems and seasonal outdoor dining and music in our beer garden. Contact us to book your special wedding or private event.
Emerson Resort & Spa
5340 Route 28
Mt. Tremper, NY 12457
emersonresort.com
845 688 2828
Emerson Resort & Spa is a hidden treasure surrounded by the splendor of the Catskill Mountains. Open spaces and oversized windows expose stunning views and bring the beauty of the outside in. Enjoy spacious accommodations in the contemporary Inn or Adirondack-style Lodge, nature-inspired spa treatments, mouth-watering meals at Woodnotes Grille or Spa Bites, The Shops at Emerson and the World’s Largest Kaleidoscope.
Greenville Arms
11135 State Route 32
Greenville, NY 12083
greenvillearms.com
518 966 5219
Originally built in 1889, our historically registered Inn is situated on six acres of gardens, lawns, and woodlands. The Queen Anne Revival-style main house, renovated Carriage House, and recently constructed Cottage building are host to 16 guest rooms open year-round to guests. Every guest room is uniquely decorated with a blend of antiques and modern amenities. A hot, cooked-to-order breakfast is included with each room.
Hampton Inn
1307 Ulster Avenue
Kingston, NY 12401
Kingston.hamptoninn.com
845 382 2600
Additional location in New Paltz:
4 S. Putt Corners Road
New Paltz, NY 12561
Newpaltz.hamptoninn.com
845 255 4200
Our hotel is near I-87, with several restaurants within walking distance. Historic Downtown Waterfront and Uptown Kingston are both just four miles away with many local shops and dining options. Spend some family time at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, seven miles away. An hour drive or less from 3 popular ski mountains. Unwind in our indoor saltwater pool. Enjoy complimentary hot breakfast and free WiFi. For hotel information and reservations call 845 382 2600.
Residence Inn by Marriott
800 Frank Sottile Boulevard
Kingston, NY 12401 marriott.com
Relax and unwind in our indoor pool and hot tub area, or squeeze in a workout at our 24-hour fitness center. Our pet-friendly hotel makes sure you can keep the whole family together. Business travelers can utilize our business center, free WiFi, and on-site laundry.
Windham Manor
1161 Co Rd 10
Windham, NY 12496
windhammanor.com
518 944 1448
845 383 3695
A central location in Kingston make this hotel perfect for a weekend away at any of the region’s ski slopes. Families will love the complimentary breakfast buffet, or you can prepare meals in your very own in-suite kitchens.
Our serene 45-acre property features a beautiful twelve-bedroom Victorian mansion, a newly-constructed luxury reception barn, and breathtaking mountain views. The Main House, which can accommodate up to 24 overnight guests, offers 12 private bedrooms, an on-site gym, a full spa, a large kitchen, ADA accommodations, and sprawling communal areas. It’s the perfect space for any small reception and is also ideal for a weekend getaway with friends or family; a wellness retreat; or a corporate offsite event. Just a few steps west of The Main House, The Barn at Windham Manor can hold up to 300 guests for dinner and dancing. With beautiful tall ceilings, tons of natural light, and no detail spared, the space offers the perfect mix of classic mountain charm and unique modern luxury. We also offer various outdoor wedding ceremony locations throughout the property—one more beautiful than the next!
Catskill Mountain Foundation’s Mountain Cinema
7971 Main Street
Hunter, NY 12442
catskillmtn.org
518 263 4702
Top Hollywood, foreign & independent films just a mile west of Hunter Mountain and a short drive from Windham Mountain. Shows run Friday through Sunday. Also available for rental to show movies or play video games.
Wellness RX LLC
5980 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
pharmacyforthepublicgood.com
wellnessrxllc.com
518 589 9500
Wellness Rx is transitioning to a nonprofit pharmacy, Pharmacy for the Public Good, allowing us to create and expand services for our community. We have the expertise to achieve these goals. Creating sustainable and permanent Wellness Centers in rural America will bring help, hope, and job opportunities to the mountaintop of Tannersville, and beyond. We are excited to start this new chapter with our first expansion to Phoenicia, NY! Please support our efforts at pharmacyforthepublicgood.com.
Francis X. Driscoll
Photography: Images of the Northern Catskills
Work available for purchase at:
Tannersville Antiques
& Artisans: 518 589 5600
Rustic Mountain Antiques: 518 589 1202
Smitty’s Nursery: 518 734 3489
francisxdriscoll.com • 518 821 1339
A frequent contributor to the Guide magazine, Francis X. Driscoll is an award-winning nature photographer whose work involves total immersion in a setting so that he might capture that rare glimpse. His primary subject is the Catskill Forest Preserve. He shares his craft with others by leading hikes, conducting workshops and giving private instruction.
N&S Supply
Locations in Fishkill, Brewster, Kingston, Catskill, and Hudson, NY; and Danbury, CT nssupply.com
N&S Supply is your one-stop resource for all your plumbing, heating and HVAC needs; Whether it’s an oil or gas burner, electric or gas water heater, furnace, toilet, faucet or custom shower, our service parts counters or our beautiful Bath Classics Showrooms will have what you need. We
carry complete product lines, including all the accessories needed for any installation, with dependable, on-time delivery service available. We provide everything you would expect from a full-service distributor, including specialty products designed and manufactured to meet your needs and lifestyle. Contact us today and learn more about how we can provide the best solutions for you. Or, visit us at one of our full service locations or showrooms throughout the Hudson Valley and CT.
Catskill Mountain Printing Services
7971 Main Street
Hunter, NY 12442
518 263 2001
Your one-stop shop for fast, personal service for all of your printing needs. Graphic design services are available, and we can print green!
WRIP 97.9FM wripfm.com
Streaming at rip979.com
RIP 97.9 is the radio voice of the Mountaintop and Valley. Broadcasting 24/7 with the equivalent of 6,000 Watts of power, we are the only radio station covering the entire region between the Hudson Valley and Oneonta. WRIP is independently owned and
operated. WRIP is heard on these FM frequencies: 97.9 in Windham and Hunter, 97.5 in Durham and Greenville, 103.7 in Catskill and Hudson, 104.5 in Stamford and Delaware County, and streaming worldwide at rip979.com.
Mobile: 917 796 3351 (cell)
Email: lgashley@cbtp.com leightonashley.com
Expertise & exceptional service. Buying or selling a home can be a complicated and stressful process. You need an experienced, skilled, and knowledgeable real estate specialist with solid accomplishments like me to assist you with the sale of your property or the purchase of a new home. As a top producing Realtor on the Ulster County Board of Realtors and recipient of the Coldwell Banker International President’s Circle Award which is given to the top 8% of Coldwell Banker sales associates worldwide, I will diligently guide you through your real estate transaction from beginning through to successful close. Contact me today to discuss your real estate needs.
Brainard Ridge Realty
237 South Street Windham, NY 12496
brainardridge.com
518 734 5333
Specializing in Windham Mountain and the surrounding area for over 35 years. Visit our web site at brainardridge.com for a variety of listings both on and off the mountain: Homes, Townhomes, Rentals and Land. Whatever your needs we are here for you. Call us today!
Coldwell Banker—
Timberland Properties
TimberlandProperties.com
CatskillPremier.com
Margaretville: 845 586 3321
Boiceville/Mt. Tremper: 845 657 4177
Delhi: 607 746 7400 • Stamford: 607 652 2220
Sidney: 607 604 4394 • Roscoe: 607 290 4130
Start your real estate career today! Unrivaled agent support & the best training in the region. Call or email to learn more: Debra G. Danner, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker/Branch Manager: 518 937 0924 or Debra.Danner@ Timberlandproperties.net.
Gordon Hunter Mountain Realty
6528 Route 23A
Hunter, NY 12442
gordonrealty.com
518 589 9000
Gordon Hunter Mountain Realty is dedicated to serving you when you’re looking for property in Upstate New York and Northern Catskill Mountains. Our professional staff specializes in properties near Hunter Mountain and Windham Mountain ski resorts, including Hunter, Tannersville, Jewett, Lexington, Prattsville, Windham, and Ashland. We know the Catskill Mountains and look forward to showing you all that is available to see, do and live in our wonderful world.
John S. Pumilia, Associate Broker
Shaw Country Realty Property Management
5359 State Route 23
Windham, NY 12496
516 909 1021
windhamnyproperties.com
With unparalleled industry knowledge, experience, and local expertise, I’m the Windham, NY Real Estate and property management expert you’ve been looking for. Whether you’re buying or selling, I can help you get the best deal. I feel that having the right real estate agent means having an agent who is committed to helping you buy or sell your home with the highest level of expertise in your local market. This means also
to help you in understanding each step of the buying or selling process. Because I’m a member of the Columbia-Greene-Northern Dutchess Multiple Listing Service (MLS) I can show you any listing that is posted on my website. This commitment level, a long with my 35 years experience as a carpenter and contractor in residential construction has helped me build a remarkable track record of delivering results.
Shaw Country Realty
5359 State Route 23
Windham, NY 12496
518 734 3500
With offices in Windham and Hunter, NY, Shaw Country Realty has been your Mountain Top experts since 1985. Let Shaw Country Realty sell your property or find your weekend escape: land, townhouses, condos, homes, commercial property and seasonal rentals. If you are looking to sell your home, please let us know. We can accommodate your needs and walk you right through the process. Local Counts! We use a wide network of local attorneys, banks, contractors, and other services. Why is local better? The personal touch from people know know the mountaintop area and its uniqueness. Keeping it personal and friendly is the Shaw way!
Catskill Visitor’s Center
5096 State Route 28
Mt. Tremper, NY 12457
catskillsvisitorscenter.org
845 688 3369
The Catskill Visitor’s Center is your gateway to Catskills, where you can learn about the vast outdoor recreational opportunities in the area as well as discover the rich cultural and natural history of the Region.
Camp Catskill
6006 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
campcatskill.co
518 303 6050
Your destination sustainable gear & gifts in the Great Northern Catskills, including clothing, footwear, backpacks, and hiking gear. Our mission is to help you feel good about what you buy, what you wear, and the gear you use (and reuse) in the wild. It’s our belief that having the right gear lets you spend more time outside in nature, which in turn connects you directly to the importance of preserving the natural wonders of our world. That’s why we work with brands that care about their impact on the planet and its people, and why we’ve committed to donate 1% of our revenue to environmental nonprofits here in the Catskills.
Catskill Mountain Foundation Gift Shop
6042 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
518 589 7500
Operated by the Catskill Mountain Foundation and located next door to the Orpheum Performing Arts Center, our shop features a curated selection of books and gifts from around the Region and around the world. Open Friday through Sunday and holiday Mondays from 11 am to 6 pm.
Moose Crossing
1 Reservoir Rd.
Shokan, NY 12481
rustic-cabin.com
845 657 9792
Casual, rustic and country Adirondack-style furniture, home furnishings, home decor, accessories, gifts and collectibles. Hand-crafted, Made-In-America sold wood furniture and furnishings for your home, lodge or cabin. Jewelry, blankets, pillows, rugs and clothing in Native American, Western and country motifs and styles. The best selection of nature-inspired items hand crafted from artisanal craftsmen located locally and from around the country.
84 Main Street
Phoenicia, NY 12464
thenesteggcountrystore.com
nesteggshop.com
845 688 5851
An old-fashioned country store in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, offering relaxed shopping and mountain hospitality. You’ll find lots of specialty and artisan crafted foods here, from local maple syrup, honey, jams, jellies and preservers, to nostalgic candies and gourmet chocolate, to gourmet peanut butter, and more! The Nest Egg is also your source for mountain clothing and souvenirs, including Minnetonka Moccasins, t-shirts & sweatshirts, local area books and hiking maps, candles, soaps, incense, jewelry, toys, puzzles, games and souvenirs. Our home-made delicious fudge is worth the trip! Owner Robin Kirk’s family has owned The Nest Egg since 1968.
45 Main Street
Hobart, NY 13788
thesheepsnest.com
607 214 0050
The Sheep’s Nest is boutique style gift shop carrying embellishments for you and your home. It is housed in an English Cottage that we built after visiting the English countryside. We carry an array of unique items to decorate your home as well as wonderful gifts. Candles, bath and body products, jewelry, scarves, beautiful gift cards, yarn (some from our own Shetland Sheep), and so much more. Woolen creations and other artwork is also featured from time to time.
5340 Route 28
Mt. Tremper, NY 12457
emersonresort.com
845 688 2828
Housed in a restored 19th century dairy barn, The Shops at Emerson is a unique shopping experience. You’ll find a distinct selection of modern farmhouse décor and furnishings, contemporary clothing, hand-crafted artisan kaleidoscopes, nostalgic toys, local food products, Catskills souvenirs and more. The Shops at Emerson is also home to the World’s Largest Kaleidoscope and the Kaleidoshow, a visual and sound experience for all ages.
43355 Route 28
Arkville, NY 12406
catskillcenter.org
845 586 2611
Since 1969, the Catskill Center has led the effort to protect and foster the environmental, cultural, and economic well-being of the Catskill Region.
MENLA | Dewa Spa
375 Pantherkill Road
Phoenicia, NY 12464
menla.org
Menla is a hidden oasis in the heart of the Catskill mountains. Featuring wellness and spiritual retreats as well as exclusive getaways, and the world-class Dewa Spa. Immerse yourself in the magic of pristine mountain forests. Explore hiking trails, encounter wildlife, and discover a rich tapestry of wellness experiences and activities. Dewa Spa’s unique architecture and Tibetan accents evoke peace and tranquillity. Eastern and Western treatments, such as Tibetan KuNye massage, herbal baths, Shirodhara, sounds baths, energy readings, and customized facials are a few of the lavish therapies found on our spa.
Powell’s Tree Care
Earlton, NY
PowellsTreeCare@ gmail.com
PowellsTree.com
411 Main Street
Catskill, NY 12414
greenecountyedc.com
518 719 3290
Your gateway to establishing your business in Greene County. Their team connects entrepreneurs, developers, and corporate leadership with resources, municipalities, and investment incentives for job-creating businesses.
5340 Route 28
Mt. Tremper, NY 12457
emersonresort.com
845 688 2828
Emerson Spa provides a serene experience that combines our natural surroundings with the deep relaxation effects of stone therapy and custom design treatments to suit each guest. Please call for a reservation.
518 378 0664
Powell’s Tree Care is your source for the best tree care in Greene County. We offer pruning, removals, viewscaping, woodscaping, storm and emergency clean-up, cabling, fertilization and stump grinding. Remember to always leave this type of work to professional arborists or tree experts. Ian Powell has two decades of experience, is on site at every job and takes pride in leaving the work site clean and mess free. We excel at tree care and tree care only.
Located at Hunter Mountain Ski Bowl Route 23A
Hunter, NY 12442
ZiplineNewYork.com
518 263 4388
New York Zipline Adventures at Hunter Mountain is one of the largest zipline adventure destinations in North America, and was the first world class tour of its kind in the states. Tours are designed as challenge-by-choice outdoor adventures. They are known for their professionally trained and enthusiastic guide staff that combines education and entertainment with superior safety standards. Thrilling adventures are waiting for you just 2 hours from NYC.
Informal online performances and discussions with fortepiano students and professionals anywhere, hosted by AFP faculty and guest artists around the world.
Early evening on a Catskill lake.
Paul Misko is a Catskill historian, with a focus on the Shandaken area, and John Burroughs. He gives presentations on history and leads hikes with the Catskill 4000 Club, and is a frequent contributor to the Guide He can be contacted at climbapeak@gmail.com. His Catskill blog is at catskillforestadventures.blogspot.com.
Photos by Paul Misko
Bluejay Cardinal Freeze
Mountain Laurel
Dung Beetle in the Hudson Valley
Mountains of the Moon from the Catskill Mountains
Discover this extraordinary collection in performance, music education, and cultural exploration
The Catskill Mountain Foundation’s Piano Performance Museum reopens to the public on Fridays and Saturdays, from 11am to 3pm. The docent tour is approximately 30 minutes. Masks are required. Visitors will be asked not to touch the pianos or other artifacts on display in the museum. CMF staff have established healthful guidelines for your visit to the museum to provide as safe an environment as possible for visitors and staff. We welcome you and look forward to showing you our extraordinary collection of historical pianos from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries.
Doctorow Center for the Arts
7971 Main Street, Route 23A, Hunter, New York • www.catskillmtn.org
Hours: Fridays & Saturdays 11am-3pm.
Please email ppm@catskillmtn.org or call 518 263 2063 to confirm hours of operation
The CMF Piano Performance Museum is funded in part by the Jarvis and Constance Doctorow Family Foundation
pril is a month with a variety of weather conditions, but as we make our way towards May, the temperatures are generally moderating and any snowpack left on our peaks is generally melting. April is also the start of what is called mud season in the Catskills, as snowmelt and wet spring weather combine to create muddy roads, very wet trails and generally muddy conditions almost everywhere. It doesn’t make for ideal conditions for outdoor activities but with a good pair of waterproof boots, there’s still plenty to enjoy in the outdoors.
What is mud season? It is the time in early to mid-spring when our snowpack is melting or has just melted, and when the trails here in the Catskills are extra wet. We want you to be able to enjoy our trails any time of the year, but we want to make sure you can enjoy mud season’s soggy trails safely and without damaging them or the surrounding environment!
Trails are slippery when wet and muddy!
As ice and snow melts, you might be tempted to think trails become easier to walk, but a muddy, wet trail forces you to pay attention to where you step. First of all, mud-caked boots don’t grip as much, second Catskill rocks are slippery when wet! Expect to hike slower than normal and proceed with caution during your hike.
Trekking poles are always helpful, but especially so on wet, muddy trails. They help you keep your balance and make hiking easier.
Our highest trails in the Catskills often keep snow and ice late into the spring. Traction aids, such as microspikes, are essential in these conditions and will be needed at higher elevations long after we’ve put our snowshoes in the closet or the trailhead looks like spring is firmly in place. Be sure to pack those microspikes, or if you don’t have them, rent a pair at the Catskills Visitor Center!
Our wet trails can be easily damaged!
Wet, muddy trails are more prone to erosion, as is the soil surrounding our trails. Mud season hiking requires walking in the center of the treadway and/or stepping on our many Catskill rocks wherever possible. This preserves both the trail and your footwear.
If you are tempted to walk around a wet area, remember that you are damaging plants and loosening soil, which will result in erosion and natural resource damage.
We do have trails that you can enjoy in soggy spring conditions without causing damage. Stop by the Catskills Visitor Center or give the Visitor Center staff a call at 845 688 3369 for suggestions. You can also visit them on the web at catskillsvisitorcenter.org.
Keep feet dry and comfy!
You need the right gear! Be sure to wear waterproof boots in the spring. Gaiters will also help keep your feet dry. With proper waterproof boots, socks and gaiters, you can keep your feet warm, be steady on your feet and be able to walk in the middle of the trail to prevent additional erosion and trail damage!
The very popular Catskills Great Outdoor Expo returns this June on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at the Catskills Visitor Center in Mount Tremper, NY. The Catskills Great Outdoor Expo is your opportunity to learn about all the best the Catskills have to offer in hiking, paddling, bicycling, fishing, and all outdoor recreation activities. This one-day Expo will feature over a hundred exhibitors, along with expert presentations, free samples and raffles— plus the famous Catskill Center Gear Sale. More information is available at catskillsoutdoorexpo.com.
Local recreational opportunities are always changing, and by visiting the Catskills Visitor Center’s Trail Conditions blog, you can stay on top of those changes. Staff at the Visitor Center are regularly posting updates related to the Catskill Park, Catskill trails, Catskill campgrounds and camping, Catskill boating, and more at catskillsvisitorcenter.org/ trail.
The Catskill Center’s Stewards Program wrapped up its 2022 season covering four locations, including two that continue to attract a large number of visitors: Peekamoose Blue Hole and Kaaterskill Falls.
Overall, stewards engaged with nearly 47,800 visitors and collected more than 162 bags of trash (about 3,000+ pounds) during the season that runs from mid-May through mid-October. In addition to deconstructing rock dams and fire rings and removing rock stacks, stewards helped visitors avoid some 650 parking citations, well more than four times the amount in 2021.
“As an increasing number of visitors come to the Catskill Park, the Catskill Stewards Program is a vital resource for both welcoming and educating them. The stewards help to ensure the protection of natural resources in the Catskills by talking about and showing the importance of recreating responsibly. They also guide visitors to the Catskills Visitor Center and our local communities,” said Jeff Senterman, Executive Director of the Catskill Center. “We hope to see increased funding in the State budget to support the existing stewardship program, which would allow us to impress upon even more visitors the importance of safe and responsible recreation.”
The Catskill Stewards Program operates in partnership with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) at the Peekamoose
Time in nature, and outdoor recreation has proven to be essential for all.
Especially during uncertain times, all of us, from seasoned outdoor enthusiasts, to families heading out to their local park for the first time, can turn to community and simple reminders about how to safely & responsibly recreate outdoors while caring for one another.
The Recreate Responsibly guidelines came together to offer a starting point for getting outside to keep yourself and others safe while working to maintain access to our beloved natural spaces.
Read on to learn the primary tips on how to responsibly recreate outdoors. Each edition of the guidelines have been developed by bringing together topline issues and experts to distill key concepts that when implemented, build a community of care in the outdoors.
Check the status of the place you want to visit for closures, fire restrictions, and weather.
Reservations and permits may be required. Make sure you have the gear you need and a back-up plan
Be an active part of making the outdoors safe and welcoming for all identities and abilities.
There is space for everyone and countless outdoor activities. Be kind to all who use the outdoors and nature differently.
Respect the land, water, wildlife, and Native communities. Follow the seven Leave No Trace principles. Learn more at LeaveNoTrace.org
We all have a responsibility to sustain the places we love. Volunteer, donate, and advocate for the outdoors.
Blue Hole, Kaaterskill Falls, and Devil’s Path. The program also runs on the Catskill Center’s Platte Clove Preserve.
Stewards explain and demonstrate why responsible recreation is important— from the importance of not littering to staying on the trails. When stewards are not on site (such as on their days off), they notice increased litter, rock dams and rock stacks, and user-created trails. Stewards help interpret the Catskill Park, provide information on alternative areas to visit, and offer directions to local communities and businesses, which, in turn, helps the local economy.
Visitor engagement numbers were down from 2021 in light of a problem experienced across the country: many summer jobs and few, if any, applicants. The Catskills were not immune. The Catskill Stewards Program began the season understaffed, and thus positioned stewards only at Peekamoose Blue Hole and Kaaterskill Falls. As additional stewards were hired toward the end of the season, they could cover the Devil’s Path and Platte Clove Preserve.
The Catskill Center hires about 15 seasonal workers every year, including stewards. These seasonals often are young adults who have recently graduated from college and are looking for experience to boost their résumés. We have had qualified, enthusiastic candidates turn down an offer of a seasonal position because of a lack of affordable, short-term housing. This leaves the Catskills without enough stewards to help protect it during the height of the tourist season. They are actively seeking offers of affordable, rental housing for stewards, within a reasonable drive to their stewarding locations (Blue Hole, Kaaterskill Falls, and the Devil’s Path). If you know of housing options, please contact cccd@catskillcenter.org.
For years, my husband and I have been trying to find ways to better communicate the love that we have for the outdoors and for hiking, to our friends
and family who don’t necessarily get out as much as we do. One of the ways we discovered how to do that was to start a YouTube channel about our hiking adventures. Thus was born the idea for The Hiker Trash Husbands, which you can now find on YouTube at youtube.com/thehikertrashhusbands. The channel includes lots of hikes in the Catskills.
For both of us, The Hiker Trash Husbands is not only a way to show friends and family our hiking adventures, but an effort to provide positive LGBTQ+ representation in the hiking world. We’re looking forward to showcasing our own hiking adventures, along with finding other queer outdoors folks to highlight as we build this effort out. You can learn more by visiting our website at hikertrashhusbands.com.
If you’re in the Catskills and have cable provided by MTC, you can catch our videos on CatskillsAir, MTC Channel 1.
Composed of representatives from local governments and organizations, the Catskill Park Advisory Committee (CPAC) was established by the Catskill Center in consultation with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). The Committee is chaired by the Catskill Center, and provides a forum for communities, user groups and stakeholders of the Catskill Park and the Catskill Watershed to discuss issues of regional importance. The purpose of the Committee is to provide assistance, advice and guidance to the DEC, the New York City Department of Environmental Protection and other land managers in the management of the New York State Forest Preserve, the Catskill Park and the Catskill Watershed.
Meetings are held quarterly and are open to the public. If you’d like to learn more, join the mailing list or attend the next meeting, please contact the Catskill Center at 845 586 2611 or email them at cccd@catskillcenter.org with CPAC in the subject line, asking to be added to the mailing list. Please note that for the time being CPAC meetings will be held virtually. You must be on the mailing list to receive the email to register for the virtual meeting.
Located at 5096 Route 28 in Mount Tremper, NY, the Congressman Maurice D. Hinchey Catskills Visitor Center (CVC), is the official visitor center for the Catskill Park. Operated and managed by the Catskill Center, staff are available at the CVC with information, maps and all the advice needed to plan a Catskill adventure. The CVC is open every day, except for Tuesdays, from 9:30 am to 4 pm. Visitors can get their Catskill questions answered in person, receive tourism literature, and make purchases at the CVC’s shop that includes hiking maps, regional books, and much more. CVC staff are also available to answer questions about the Catskills and the Catskill Park via email at info@catskillcenter.org or phone at 845 688 3369.
In addition to tourism services, there are 1.5 miles of trails on the CVC’s grounds, including the 0.5 mile ADA accessible Interpretive Loop Trail, which are open to the public daily. The 80-foot tall Upper Esopus Fire Tower is also open daily to visitors, offering unrivaled views of the surrounding mountains and Esopus Creek valley. Picnic tables are available on site for those who wish to enjoy a picnic lunch.
Microspikes and snowshoes are now available for rent and sale at the CVC! Stop by and check out how you can ensure you’re better prepared for your adventures in the Catskills.
Visitors can explore the ever expanding resources available online for the CVC on the web at catskillsvisitorcenter.org, the CVC’s Facebook page at facebook.com/catskillsvisitorcenter, and the CVC on Instagram @catskills.visitor.center.
The natural beauty, the majesty of the mountains, the Catskill Forest Preserve, the region’s natural and cultural resources, all need your help! By supporting the work of the Catskill Center, you support: stewardship of our Catskill Park and its vast natural resources; the Center’s collaborative spirit as we convene, create partnerships and facilitate discussions that benefit the region; and the Center’s work to support education, arts and culture throughout the Catskills.
Most importantly, know that by being a member and supporter of the Catskill Center you are helping protect and preserve the Catskill Mountains that we all love. This glorious Park will be even better preserved than before because of our collective hard work.
To support the work of the Catskill Center, make a donation online at www.catskillcenter.org/donate or donate by mail with a check made out to the “Catskill Center” and mailed to Catskill Center, PO Box 504, Arkville, NY 12406.
Jeff Senterman is the Executive Director of the Catskill Center for Conservation and Development in Arkville, a member of the Board of Directors for the American Hiking Society, the Catskill Watershed Corporation and the Central Catskills Chamber of Commerce. Jeff graduated with a degree in Environmental Science from Lyndon State College and worked for many years as an Environmental Planner in New England before coming back to the Catskills. To learn more about the work of the Catskill Center, visit catskillcenter.org.
There are many of us historians in the Catskills. Most of the time we toil in obscurity, sifting through fragments of texts, or re-examining faded photographs. We send and receive new discoveries to each other when we think it will help advance the work. Solving puzzles with newly acquired information is the rewarding part of the task and is even addictive. The biggest thrill for us is when we can reconnect something from the past, with somebody alive today. In this article I will relate two such occurrences.
I often hike in Woodland Valley; one of the many Catskill valleys, and usually disregard the paths and prefer to bushwhack as I explore. Years ago, an old-timer who was a neighbor led a hike up one of the side valleys and when we came upon a pile of stones, he informed us that this was the site of Doc Droogan’s shanty, which dated to the early 1900’s. For years afterwards, that information was passed along to other local hikers. Out of curiosity, I asked a friend to research Doc Droogan, and he turned up his obituary. It was brief but did mention that Dr. Joseph W. Droogan lived and worked in the Bronx, was the attending physician at an orphanage, and was an avid sportsman and writer. So now I had a person to go with the shanty site. A neat package. Not so fast! The story takes a turn. A few years pass, and while on another one of my pathless forays, I noticed an old “campsite,” along with some bits of metal and broken bottles, as well as a crumpled pile of stones. Whose campsite was this? I put this question on the ‘back burner’, as I was more interested in finding out about Doc Droogan. I pestered a friend to print out
some New York State Droogans from the White Pages online, in the hope of contacting some of Doc’s descendants. One evening I began the cold calls of the numbers on the list, though with little hope of success. As the first person answered, I ran the obit details past them, and asked if they were related. The reply was a definite NO. I imagined dozens of calls would have to be made before I hit paydirt, but the third call was the charm. A pleasant woman answered, and with suspicion in her voice, confessed that she was indeed related to this Doc Droogan. We spoke but briefly, and I said I would call again on the weekend. On my follow-up call, she mentioned that her son had warned that “It might be a scam.” and “Don’t send him any money!” The warnings were both understandable, and amusing. I did eventually speak to the son, and we set up a date for me to drive over to meet the family, as they were eager to learn about Doc’s shanty site. They knew that he did have a camp in the Catskills but did not know where.
After arriving at their house, the great grandsons proceeded to pull out photos and artifacts of the increasingly interesting Doc Droogan. Now comes a plot twist … When I saw some photos of Doc’s camp site, I realized I had the wrong location! The site which the old timer said was Droogan’s, was NOT, but the site I later discovered, WAS. We soon made plans for a field trip, so they could go to the very site on which their great grandfather had built his shanty in about 1910.
Early that fall the game was afoot. We all met up in Phoenicia and proceeded to the state campground in Woodland Valley, from whence we began our tramp into history. The route we
hiked was also the route which naturalist John Burroughs and friends traveled upon in 1885 while on their first ascent of Slide Mountain, an expedition which John later recounted in his famous essay “The Heart of the Southern Catskills.” We eventually came to the first, and mis-identified, shanty site. This was now shrouded in mystery, but soon after arrived at the true Droogan shanty site. The great grandsons had now been united with their Great Grandpa’s shanty site, and we all shared the good feeling of making that connection. Of course we brought copies of the old photos, and were able to confirm the exact location by comparing landscape features.
The Doctor had used this sparse shelter as a camp whenever he wanted to escape the city and “rough it.” He often brought his son or a buddy. One of the photos from over 110 years ago, showed a friend of the Doctor, standing next to the stream in what looked to be frigid weather. One can easily decipher the photo. This man is filling his canvas buckets, but first had to use a rock to break the ice in order to access the water. Pretty cold camping weather I’d say, especially with the old-fashioned equipment they had. No Gore-tex, no flashlight etc.
From other accounts I have, from the later 1800’s into the early 1900’s, there was a trend for some hikers to deliberately launch their outdoor adventure in extreme conditions. They would often take photos and thermometer readings to document their experiences. Upon their return, they would boast about their daring adventure to all who would listen … a well-earned boast it was! Many of these accounts were relayed in the newspapers of the day. Now it is done with selfies and social media. Sometimes though, it was done simply for personal fulfillment, to test your mettle, to confront yourself, and learn your own limitations, or find strength you didn’t know you had.
Solving this Droogan mystery was great but created another one. If the original shanty site was not the Doc’s, whose was it? While studying the ascent of Slide Mountain done by John Burroughs, I wanted to nail down his hiking route as accurately as
possible. I examined not only Burroughs’ essay, but his journal as well. He mentioned that his group stopped at a landmark, which the locals referred to as the “burnt shanty.” This was an old bark peeler’s shanty which had burned in 1865, 25 years before Burroughs’ hike. Though John’s description of its location was confusing, his path had to go through this area. This meant that this site was likely the “burnt shanty.” If so, his description of the rest of their hiking route could be deciphered. This hypothesis was confirmed when, sometime later, I was shown an old hand drawn map which clearly marked the “burnt shanty” location with the words Burnt Shanty. It couldn’t get clearer than that.
Continuing with my quest to make history connections, I now had another one to make. I had already been in contact with Joan Burroughs, the great granddaughter of John Burroughs, and so now proceeded to set up a time for her to visit Woodland Valley. Finally, the day arrived, and she got to hike the same route, and see the same site that her famous ancestor had. It was a special time to be sure.
It isn’t too much of a stretch to surmise that Doc Droogan was inspired by the writings of John Burroughs, not only to hike and fish in the Catskills, but to come to this very part of the valley. I later learned that he had also set up a camp in the Neversink Valley, at another spot that Burroughs wrote about.
As you can see, though the idea of historical research may sound dry and stuffy, there is a fun side to it which can bring new people into your life. I must implore you, if you discover some old photos or papers that you think might have some historic value, PLEASE let some historian know. What might appear to be inconsequential, may just be a crucial piece of a puzzle for somebody’s mystery.
Paul Misko is a Catskill historian, with a focus on the Shandaken area, and John Burroughs. He gives presentations on history and leads hikes with the Catskill 4000 Club. He can be contacted at climbapeak@gmail.com. His blog is at catskillforestadventures.blogspot.com.
• Presents and hosts more than 20 performances and lectures.
• Offers free or subsidized arts programs that are enjoyed by hundreds of local children.
• Hosts arts residencies bringing many artists to our community for extended stays.
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• Operates the Catskill Mountain Foundation Gift Shop, featuring a curated selection of books and gifts from around the Region and the world.
• Publishes the monthly Guide magazine, distributed throughout the Catskill Region, at New York State Thruway rest stops and in Albany.
• Is the home of the Piano Performance Museum, a rare collection of historic playable pianos.
• Runs a dozen studio arts programs, with students from around the U.S.
• Shows more than 100 films on our three screens in Hunter.
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This is just a sampling of all of the events in the Catskills this April. To request that your event be included in future calendars, please email tafts@catskillmtn.org
Please call ahead or visit the website for each event to confirm details, including any admission costs.
Delhi Farmers Market
Stop by for your fresh produce and products straight from the farm!
Location: American Legion Hall, 41 Page Avenue, Delhi
Hours: Every Wednesday, 9am-2pm
Online Meditation with Bushel
Bushel is hosting online meditation sessions that include guided meditation, group interaction, and support. New sitters and seasoned sitters are welcome. Meditation sessions are free and open to all, but donations are welcome to support this program.
Location: Join via Zoom
Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30-7:00 am More Info & Zoom Link: bushelcollective.org/meditation-calendar/
Home Jams: An Exhibition of Local Artists
The Catskills region is well known for its population of creatives. Taking in the 60 artworks from 19 artists that have assembled here, the nature of creativity is clear: a great range of individual expression under the same sky.
Location: KIPNZ, 150 Delaware St, Walton More Info: kipnz.com
Catskills to treat your spirit, mind, and body to better overall wellness!
Location: Frost Valley YMCA, 2000 Frost Valley Road, Claryville
More Info: frostvalley.org
Group Exhibit: “Stepping Out of History: Telling Our Own Story”
A group exhibit, “Stepping Out” reflects the diverse creativity and experience of womenidentifying artists, and their personal relationship to being a part of history as women. This collective exhibit is an opportunity for women to express their story visually that is also special in that it is open to submissions from all womenidentifying artists in the public at large, and not just CREATE membership.
Location: CREATE Gallery, 398 Main Street, Catskill
More Info: greenearts.org
and times subject to change without notice, see website for updated calendar.
Location: 5428 NY Route 23 (Main Street), Windham
Tickets: $20/person
More Info: MagicOnMainWindham.com
THROUGH APRIL 23
Art Exhibit: “Farms, Farmers & Farming: A Tribute to Local Agriculture”
There was a time not so long ago when most people lived on farms. Rain and snow; dirt and seed; birth, death and unceasing labor; the joy and struggle of making a living off the land. These things defined – still define – those who farm, those who keep the rest of us alive. We celebrate this honorable profession and acknowledge the legacy of farms and farmers, past and present.
Location: Longyear Gallery, 785 Main Street, Margaretville
More Info: longyeargallery.org
THROUGH APRIL 29
Art Exhibit: “Secrets, Confessions & Revelations”
Alone: Stories from Edgar Allan Poe
Show #4 in Bridge Street Theatre’s SOLOFEST, a festival of original one-person performances, is Alone: Stories From Edgar Allan Poe, created and performed by Daniel Hall Kuhn. Poems and tales from America’s master of the macabre come thrillingly to life in this one-man show created and performed by a masterful actor audiences will recognize from his previous performances at BST in Lewiston and Shelley’s Shadow
Location: Bridge Street Theatre, 44 West Bridge Street, Catskill
Time: Friday & Saturday @ 7:30 pm, Sunday @ 2:00 pm
More Info: bridgest.org
Women’s Wellness Weekend
A weekend to relax, rejuvenate, and have fun! Spend a weekend away in the beautiful
THROUGH APRIL 16
Hudson Valley Artists 2023: Homespun
Featuring a range of approaches to textile art, Homespun explores how Hudson Valley artists are reinterpreting traditional crafts and “women’s work” in new and surprising ways.
Location: The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz 1 Hawk Drive, New Paltz More Info: newpaltz.edu/museum
THROUGH APRIL 22
Magic On Main—
An Intimate Parlor Experience
Join Magician Sean Doolan for a magic show in his private library located in a historic building on Main Street in Windham. Sean will weave his personal story of transitioning from a trial lawyer to a magician in interactive magical routines. In this parlor show, Sean will demonstrate the limitations of the human mind through techniques he learned as a student of the ancient art of sleight of hand, and a lifetime as a trial lawyer. By reservation only, no walk-ins. Dates
This group exhibit addresses the notions of what we discover during the creative process. The creative examinations explored in this exhibit are personal, a reflection of society, and are a challenge to our community. Artists participating in this exhibit were selected from a juried open call and include Christein Aromando , Ivory Biruk, Beth Caspar, Kevin Dalton, Richard Driessen, Cindy Dunne, Caroline Lewis, Patrice Lorenz, Jillian Lyke, Samantha Nick, Alan Powell, Ellen Stewart, and John Virga.
Location: Roxbury Arts Center, 5025 Vega Mountain Road, Roxbury
More Info: roxburyartsgroup.org
THROUGH MAY 6
Art Exhibit: “The Bold and the Beautiful” This two-person exhibition will feature handwoven tapestries by Tabitha Gilmore-Barnes and handmade rugs and wall hangings by Liza Oesterle. Come explore the bold colors and imagery created by these two local artists.
Location: Headwaters Arts Center, 66 Main St, Stamford
More Info: roxburyartsgroup.org
THROUGH JULY 23
The Historic Woodstock Art Colony: The Arthur A. Anderson Collection
Illuminating America’s first intentional art colony, this exhibition presents over 100 artists whose paintings, sculptures, and works on paper
together form an artistic history of national and international significance.
Location: The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz 1 Hawk Drive, New Paltz
More Info: newpaltz.edu/museum
APRIL 1
Women’s Studio Workshop Chili Bowl Fest
The Women’s Studio Workshop’s beloved Chili Bowl Fest Fundraiser returns! For over 25 years this event has been a celebration of ceramics and community, and has become a staple of the Hudson Valley’s public festival schedule. To continue in this tradition, the festival has been transformed into both a one-day in-person and online sale of handmade ceramics. Over 1000 beautiful bowls hand-crafted by local artists, WSW staff and interns, resident artists, students, and volunteers will be available to purchase.
Location: Women’s Studio Workshop 722 Binnewater Lane, Rosendale
Time: 2:00-7:00 pm
More Info: wsworkshop.org
Vintage Market and Rock’n’roll Dance Party
The Hawks Nest Shop’s Vintage Market and Rock’n’roll Dance Party featuring DJ Pete Pop spinning all vinyl soul R&B rocknroll garage blues. Sponsored by West Kill Brewing (beer specials all night!) Full bar and food menu! Vintage Vendors selling clothes, jewelry, toys, books, art, jewelry, decor, collectibles, household goods, vinyl records and more!
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 6:00 pm
Catskill Mountain Foundation is supported in part by New York State Council on the Arts, the Greene County Cultural Fund administered by the Greene County Legislature, The Jarvis and Constance Doctorow Family Foundation, The Royce Family Foundation, The Samuel and Esther Doctorow Fund, The Orville and Ethel Slutzky Family Foundation, Platte Clove Bruderhof Community, Bank of Greene County Charitable Foundation, The Greene County Youth Bureau, Marshall & Sterling Insurance, All Souls’ Church, Stewarts Shops, Windham Foundation, and by private donations.
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
audiences in and demands attention. They quiet noisy bars and liven up staid concert halls. The Ladles are Katie Martucci, Caroline Kuhn, and Lucia Pontoniere.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann
Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
APRIL 1-30
Rock Junket Rock n’ Roll Walking Tours
Rock Junket’s popular 2 1/2-hour music-focused walking tour of Woodstock, NY is better than ever with exciting new additions!
Location: Tours begin @ Bearsville Theater, 59 Tinker Street, Woodstock
Times: Saturdays @ 2:00 pm, Sundays @ 11:00 am
More Info: bearsvilletheater.com
APRIL 1, 2 & 8
The Easter Bunny Express
Shake off that winter chill and celebrate spring with a visit from the Easter Bunny! Passengers will visit with the friendly Easter Bunny before returning to Kingston. Our train ride includes an Easter Egg Hunt for a perfect activity that’s fun for younger children and adults. Please allow up to one hour for the complete train ride.
Location: Catskill Mountain Railroad, 55 Kingston Plaza Road, Kingston
More Info: catskillmountainrailroad.com
APRIL 2
Spring Explorations: Cathedral Gorge Geology
Join us for a group hike through our Cathedral Gorge to learn about geological and human history at Ashokan.
An evening of music and storytelling about Johnny Cash presented by Robert Burke Warren, who has recently edited a book by the same title
Location: Doctorow Center for the Arts, 7971 Main Street, Hunter
Time: 7:30 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
The Helm Family Midnight Ramble featuring The Ladles
Born inside the hallowed walls of Levon Helm Studios in Woodstock, NY, the Midnight Ramble has preserved and furthered Levon Helm’s legacy for nearly two decades. The Ladles have three part female harmony perfected … but their sound is more than that. They are an amalgamation of their respective histories and influences. With sophisticated arrangements, they create a dreamy otherworldly atmosphere that draws
Location: The Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge
Time: 10:00 am
More Info: ashokancenter.org
Fireside Brunch with Dave Kearney
Enjoy brunch while listening to the bluesinspired music by singer/songwriter Dave Kearney.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 11:00 am
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
“Like Courtiers in the Presence of the Master” Piano Sonatas with Violin Accompaniment
Around 1800
Antonia Nelson and Maria Rose will perform various works for violin and piano to showcase some of the historical pianos at the Piano Performance Museum. In the late-18th century solo piano music was rare and served mostly to show off the virtuosity of the composer/
performer—or they were used for teaching. In social performance settings the piano was almost always joined by optional other instruments. The program will include sonatas by Mozart, Hüllmandel, and Dussek. FREE, but seating is limited: email boxoffice@catskillmtn. org to reserve your seat
Location: Piano Performance Museum, Doctorow Center for the Arts, 7971 Main Street, Hunter
Time: 2:00 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
“CCC in the Catskills,” with Diane Galusha
Diane Galusha, author of Another Day, Another Dollar: The Civilian Conservation Corps in the Catskills, will give an illustrated talk. The presentation will provide background on the Depression-era program for unemployed young men and will offer details on the operation and accomplishments of the four principal camps that housed them in the Catskills region: Boiceville, Tannersville, Margaretville and Breakabeen.
Location: On Zoom
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: To register please email mthsdirector@mths.org or call 518-589-6657
Depths Of Wikipedia with Annie Rauwerda
Join @depthsofwikipedia creator Annie Rauwerda on a journey through Wikipedia’s most interesting corners. You’ll have the time of your life.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
John Scofield Solo Guitar
Aside from being one of the principal innovators of modern jazz guitar, John Scofield is a stylistic chameleon who has forged a consistent, rocksolid aesthetic identity. A triple Grammy award winning artist, Scofield has expressed himself in the vernacular of bebop, blues, jazz-funk, organ jazz, acoustic chamber jazz, electronically tinged groove music, jam band style and orchestral ensembles with ease and enthusiasm. Now he adds yet another credit to his resume: solo guitarist.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann
Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
A Concert for Tom Pacheco
A benefit concert for legendary musician Tom Pacheco, featuring John Sebastian, Amy Fradon and Leslie Ritter, Scott Petito, and members of The Fugs.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
The Mavericks
The Mavericks, the eclectic rock and country group known for crisscrossing musical boundaries with abandon, has gone through three distinct phases since it was founded in Miami in 1989. Now, The Mavericks have ushered in the fourth phase of their evolution with the #1 Billboard debut of their first-ever, all Spanish album, En Español, released on the band’s own Mono Mundo label.
Location: Ulster Performing Arts Center, 601 Broadway, Kingston
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: ticketmaster.com
Upstate: “You Only Get a Few” Tour Upstate is a band guided by clear ambitions: to write honest songs, play rich music, and “leave it all” on the stage and in the studio. Mary, Harry, Melanie, and Dylan draw on varied influences, traditions, and experiences. The result is art that’s both fresh and firmly rooted in what’s come before. The band weaves traces of Americana, Jazz, Gospel, and R&B with their eyes towards music that tells the truth above all.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
APRIL 5
Blue Moon
With Harvey Citron, Jimmy Eppard, Sean Tarleton & Brian Melick.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
APRIL 6
Open Studio Stamford
On the First Thursday of each month, Open Studio at the Headwaters Arts Center offers the opportunity to gather with friends and fellow community members to work on your own creative projects while in great company!
Location: Headwaters Arts Center, 66 Main St, Stamford
Time: 4:00-6:00 pm
More Info: roxburyartsgroup.org
APRIL 7
Easter Egg Hunt at the Zoo
$25 per child includes: egg hunt, pony ride, admission for child and 1 adult. Bring your own basket! We will have baskets available to purchase in the gift shop. Reservations required. limited number of spots available. Additional adults are $8. Petting & feeding areas throughout the zoo - playground - picnic area - gift shop. Please note the zoo will not be open to the general public for this special event. The zoo will open for the season on April 8th.
Location: Bailiwick Ranch, 118 Castle Road, Catskill
Time: Timed slots @ 10am, 12pm, 2 pm
More Info: For Reservations please call 518 678 5665 or email bailiwickzoo@aol.com
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
APRIL 8
IBEX Puppetry: “Ajijaak on Turtle Island”
The story of Ajijaak, a young whooping crane who has been separated from her family in a Tar Sands fire. She must make her first migration from Canada down to the Gulf Coast on her own, finding her voice and a family through the interconnectedness of all of creation. Ajijaak on Turtle Island brings communities together through puppetry, music, traditional dances, animations, and kites.
Location: Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street, Tannersville
Time: 7:30 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
Tinder Live! with Lane Moore
The Woodstock Film Festival Presents: COW Screening + Panel Discussion with Woodstock Farm Sanctuary
Join us for a special screening of acclaimed director Andrea Arnold’s (American Honey, Big Little Lies) first documentary, COW. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion with Hervé Breuil (Woodstock Farm Sanctuary), Kathy Stevens (Catskill Animal Sanctuary), and documentarian Richard Miron. Moderated by Rachel McCrystal, Executive Director of Woodstock Farm Sanctuary.
Location: Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main Street, Rosendale
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: rosendaletheatre.org
The critically acclaimed comedy show where Moore projects her dating app onto a screen, swipes through profiles live on stage, and the audience votes whether she swipes right or left, to hilarious, and surprisingly kind results.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
APRIL 8 & 22
Kingston Winter Farmers Market
Bi-weekly indoor farmers market hosting 20+ local food vendors, music, and workshops.
Location: Old Dutch Church, 272 Wall St., Kingston
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
More Info: kingstonfarmersmarket.org
APRIL 9
Spring Explorations: Early Signs of Spring
Join us for a group hike to explore our trails while we look for early signs of spring.
Location: The Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge
Time: 10:00 am
More Info: ashokancenter.org
Rhett Miller (of the Old 97s) Colony Residency Texas native Rhett Miller is perhaps best known as the frontman of the Dallas-based alt-country band the Old 97’s, although he has also pursued a critically acclaimed solo career.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
APRIL 14
“In Defiance: Runaways From Slavery in New York’s Hudson Valley” Lecture by Susan Stessin.
Location: D&H Canal Museum, 1315 Main Street, High Falls
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: canalmuseum.org
County Hell plays the music of The Pogues with Yard Sale
APRIL 15
Orchid Show & Sale
Stop by and visit the Garden Center Greenhouse to see a large assortment of orchids and orchid supplies available for purchase. Spend some time with these beautiful plants and learn more.
Location: Wallkill View Farm Market 15 NY-299, New Paltz
Time: 11:00 am-5:00 pm
More Info: mhorchidsociety.com
The Woodstock Album Series: Nashville Skyline / Planet Waves
Eric Squindo presents The Woodstock Album Series, featuring the Bob Dylan albums Nashville Skyline and Planet Waves.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
APRIL 12
Follow the River Lecture Series: “The Land Doesn’t Forget”
All the land that makes up the U.S. was in its entirety Indigenous land. Learn about the policies that removed Indigenous Nations from their homes and pushed them onto reservations. Explore and learn about the maps that created the U.S. as we know it today. Understand why the fight to regain this land is important.
Location: Hudson River Maritime Museum 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: hrmm.org
Duster with Widowspeak Duster’s fourth album is a 13-song exploration of comfortable, interplanetary goth, a sonic vaseline of submerged guitars, solder-burned synths, and over-driven rhythm tracks. Widowspeak’s sixth studio album, The Jacket, was released March 11 via Captured Tracks.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
APRIL 13
Cabinet Cabinet honors the canon of roots, rock, reggae, psychedelia, blues, bluegrass, country, and folk, weaving these sounds into a patchwork Americana quilt. The steady aim of their harmonies soar straight on target each time, the soaring vocals giving voice to the story of each song. Their live shows are inclusive, celebratory, and community-building.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
County Hell is a lively Celtic rock group playing the legendary music of The Pogues. Accordion, banjo, violin, and mandolin blend with the dynamic exuberance of rock and roll. From very old sea shanties, classic ballads and raucous jigs, County Hell, based in the local Kingston area, specializes in keeping the energy high and traditional modern Irish music alive.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
MET Live in HD: Der Rosenkavalier
A stellar trio assembles to take on the lead roles of Strauss’s comedy, with soprano Lise Davidsen in her Met role debut as the Marschallin, opposite mezzo-soprano Samantha Hankey in her Met role debut as Octavian, and soprano Erin Morley as Sophie. Bass Günther Groissböck returns as Baron Ochs, and Markus Brück is Sophie’s father, Faninal. Maestro Simone Young takes the podium to oversee Robert Carsen’s fin-de-siècle staging.
Location: Ulster Performing Arts Center, 601 Broadway, Kingston
Time: 12:00 pm
More Info: ticketmaster.com
Chili Cookoff
Your local chamber is co-hosting with the Woodstock Fire Dept a chili cookoff. Get your recipes ready. Open to professional and home chefs.
The Heavy Heavy
The Heavy Heavy create the kind of unfettered rock-and-roll that warps time and place, immediately pulling the audience into a euphoric fugue state with its own sun-soaked atmosphere. The Brighton, UK-based band began with a shared ambition of “making records that sound like our favorite records ever,” and soon arrived at a reverb-drenched collision of psychedelia and blues, acid rock and sunshine pop. As revealed on their gloriously hazy debut EP Life and Life Only, The Heavy Heavy breathe an incandescent new energy into sounds from decades ago, transcending eras with a hypnotic ease.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
APRIL 14-15
First Reformed Church of Catskill Rummage Sale
The women of the First Reformed Church of Catskill are hosting a Rummage Sale.
Location: First Reformed Church of Catskill, 310 Main Street, Catskill
Time: Friday, 9 am-5 pm, Saturday, 9 am-1 pm
Location: Woodstock Fire Company 1 242 Tinker Street, Woodstock
Time: 2:00 pm
More Info: woodstockchamber.com
Moss Ensemble
Join this quartet of world-class performers for an evening of adventurous and beautiful music. Expect pieces by Chopin and Haydn and works from living composers, as well as stories that help illuminate the music. Featured among the evening’s offerings are a song cycle by Windham’s esteemed impresario/conductor/ composer Robert Manno and works by Andes’ remarkable violinist/counter-tenor/composer Marshall Coid.
Location: Doctorow Center for the Arts, 7971 Main Street, Hunter
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
Boudoir Blues:
A Classic Burlesque Cabaret Night
A sizzling and sultry night celebrating the classic art of burlesque, inspired by the old time blues and jazz era. An evening of burlesque, pole aerial, belly dancing and more! Age 18+.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
An Evening with Rick Wakeman: His Music and Stories
The legendary solo artist and member of Yes.
Location: Bearsville Theater, 59 Tinker Street, Woodstock
Times: 8:00 pm
More Info: bearsvilletheater.com
Harambee Presents the 6th Annual Black History Month Kingston Gala
Join us in the celebration of 5 years of tribute to the African-American heritage of the Kingston area. Engage in a night of musical performances, dancing and more. You can also participate in our auction including a variety of amazing community gifts. The theme this year is “The Royal Gala: A Tribute to the 70’s” … consider arriving in 1970’s garb or accessory!
Location: The Tavern at Diamond Mills 25 South Partition Street, Saugerties
Time: 11:00 pm
More Info: mykingstonkids.com
APRIL 15 & 29
Woodstock Farm Festival Winter Market
The Woodstock Farm Festival Winter Market is a celebration of local farmers, producers and artisans.
Location: Utopia Soundstage, Bearsvile Center
293 Tinker Street, Woodstock
Time: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
More Info: woodstockfarmfestival.org
APRIL 15-MAY 13
The HRFA’s Annual Fred Rung Memorial Striped Bass Derby
The Hudson River Fishermen’s Association’s annual Fred Rung Memorial ‘Catch & Release’ and ‘Catch, Tag & then Release’ Striper Derby returns to the Hudson River. This is a no-kill Derby. Submit a proper photo as defined in the rules and release the fish.
More Info: thehrfa.org/derby
APRIL 16
Spring Explorations:
Nature’s Medicinal Benefits
Join us for a group hike to explore our trails while we look for plants with interesting characteristics and medicinal benefits! You will learn about historical uses of plants and ways you can use plants today.
Location: The Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge
Time: 10:00 am
More Info: ashokancenter.org
National Theatre Live Presents: Kinky Boots
Direct from the London stage, the ‘freshest, most fabulous, feel-good musical of the decade’
(The Hollywood News) Kinky Boots, comes to U.S. cinema screens.
Location: Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main Street, Rosendale
Time: 2:00 pm
More Info: rosendaletheatre.org
Tong & Sheppard
Piano & violin duo. Free, but donations accepted.
Location: Saugerties United Methodist Church
67 Washington Ave, Saugerties
Time: 3:00 pm
More Info: saugertiespromusica.org
from many regions and times, which made it a worldwide seller. Tonight’s talk will focus on the natural inspiration of musical harmony. He will be joined by vocalist Timothy Hill who is an accomplished harmonic overtone singer. Together they will perform and demonstrate the magical sounds of vocal and instrumental harmony.
Location: D&H Canal Museum, 1315 Main Street, High Falls
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: canalmuseum.org
The Silos: “Cuba” Album 35th Anniversary Tour
Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the seminal album Cuba with the release of a double LP version that includes a live recording of the Bird album songs on the second LP. The band will be performing the Cuba album, plus songs from the Bird album, from the new album Family and lots of favorites from all the subsequent albums.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
APRIL 21-30
Bat Boy
Music on the Delaware Coffeehouse presents Barn Paint Blue
Intimate concerts upstairs in the Andrea Retz Paternoster room at the Walton Theatre. Admission is free, donations appreciated. Coffee, tea, and desserts available. Audiences can join in-person or via zoom. Barn Paint Blue presents traditional/progressive bluegrass tunes.
Location: Walton Theatre, 30 Gardiner Place, Walton
Time: 6:00 pm
More Info: musiconthedelaware.org
FREE Trivia Night with Doug Grunther
Doug Grunther is the host of “The Woodstock Roundtable,” the popular radio talk show aired over Radio Woodstock, multiple winner of “Best Talk Program” by Hudson Valley Magazine. In 1985 Doug created “Trivia Blast,” the team-oriented game which he has hosted at over 200 events, around the country, many here in the Hudson Valley region. The New Yorker called Doug, “The #1 host of live trivia events.” Winning team gets a $30 Colony gift card good for food or beverage at your next visit to Colony.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
APRIL 19
John Curran IV & Magick Mooka
Featuring Frank G. on bass and Hector B. on drums
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
APRIL 21
Garry Kvistad: His Life in Music, with Guest Artist Timothy Hill
Mr. Kvistad founded and operated Woodstock Chimes for 42 years. He created it by integrating musical themes (about which he is a scholar)
Bat Boy is an American comedy/horror rock musical is based on a 1992 Weekly World News story about a half-boy, half-bat, dubbed “Bat Boy”, who grew up living in a cave. Discovered and brought to a small town in West Virginia, I the musical, Bat Boy finds a new life by trying to fit in—he even finds love—but soon Bat Boy is faced with obstacles presented by the narrowminded townsfolk.
Location: Parker Theater, SUNY New Paltz, 1
Hawk Drive, New Paltz
Time: Thursday-Saturday @ 8:00 pm, Sunday @ 2:00 pm
More Info: newpaltz.edu/fpa/theatre/productions/mainstage/
APRIL 22
Hunter Branch Rail Trail
Grand Opening and Bridge Dedication
All aboard!!! Celebrate the rich history of the mountaintop with the opening of the newest section of the Hunter Regional Trails (formerly Kaaterskill Rail Trail) connecting Kaaterskill Falls with the Village of Hunter. Join the Hunter Area Trail Coalition for a grand opening ceremony and bridge dedication on Celebrate Trails Day and Earth Day.
Location: Mountaintop Historical Society, 5132 Route 23A, Haines Falls
Time: 1:00 pm
More Info: townofhuntergov.com/kaaterskillrail-trail
Garden Day is Back!
Presented by the Master Gardener Volunteers of Cornell Cooperative Extension this all-day gardening extravaganza features 16 garden related classes.
Location: SUNY Ulster Main Campus 491 Cottekill Rd, Stone Ridge
Time: 8:30 am-4:00 pm
More Info: ulster.cce.cornell.edu
uncertain future. The 12 new tracks are a testament to triumph over adversity.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Zach Nugent and Dead Set
It usually only takes one show to understand why Zach Nugent is one of the most sought after guitarists in the live music scene. Since touring as de-facto Garcia expert with Melvin Seals & JGB, he continues to build his dedicated following, putting together and leading multifaceted groups for special runs and festival appearances. Never one to shy away from new and challenging ideas, his performances promise intensity and beauty in the delivery of the music that he’s built a reputation with. Zach has put together an all-star band for this voyage. Expect magic to happen.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
Chanticleer
The GRAMMY® Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer has been hailed as “the world’s reigning male chorus” by The New Yorker Founded in San Francisco in 1978 by singer and musicologist Louis Botto, Chanticleer quickly took its place as one of the most prolific recording and touring ensembles in the world, selling over one million recordings and performing thousands of live concerts to audiences around the world. Their repertoire is rooted in the renaissance, and has continued to expand to include classical, gospel, jazz, popular music, and a deep commitment to the commissioning of new compositions and arrangements.
Location: Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street, Tannersville
Time: 7:30 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams
Multi-instrumentalist-singer-songwriter Larry Campbell and singer-guitarist Teresa Williams’ acclaimed eponymous 2015 debut, released after seven years of playing in Levon Helm’s band—and frequent guesting with Phil Lesh, Little Feat, Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady, brought to the stage the crackling creative energy of a decades-long offstage union. A whirlwind of touring and promo followed, and when the dust cleared, the duo was ready to do it all again. Which brings us to Contraband Love, a riskier slice of Americana.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann
Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
Daddy Long Legs
New York City’s most diabolical Rhythm & Blues street gang aren’t back, they never left. In dark times they continue to shine their light everywhere they go leaving a piece of themselves on stage every night because it’s in them and it’s got to come out. Now the sharp dressed trio turned quartet make their post pandemic return to the studio to present their latest LP “Street Sermons” (Yep Roc 2023) An album of the times, for the times by a band of the people. Written & recorded against a backdrop of political tension, riots in the streets and a deeply
Saturday Creature Features Presents: Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948)
It’s an all out MONSTER RALLY as Bud and Lou tangle with the Frankenstein Monster, Dracula and the Wolf Man in one of the great centerpieces from the “Golden Age of Classic Monsters”!
Location: Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main Street, Rosendale
Time: 9:30 pm
More Info: rosendaletheatre.org
APRIL 22 & 29
Trooper David Brinkerhoff Memorial Race Series
The Race is dedicated to the memory of NYS Trooper David Brinkerhoff, who was killed in the line of duty on April 25, 2007. The race is run on a 12-mile loop which begins at the Coxsackie Athens High School. It heads south to the Village of Athens and then back north to the finish on Industrial Parkway in Coxsackie.
Location: Coxsackie-Athens High School, 24 Sunset Boulevard, Coxsackie
More Info: bikereg.com/tbm2023
APRIL 23
Earth Day Family Playdate
All ages are invited to celebrate Earth Day at Ashokan with fun activities, music, and food.
Location: The Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge
Time: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
More Info: ashokancenter.org
Esopus Earth Day and Sapling Giveaway
This is a celebration of Earth Day and the need for sustainable practices to support our environment. There will be Educational Booths, Food Vendors, Agricultural Vendors and much more.
Location: Town of Esopus Town Hall 1 Town Hall Way, Ulster Park
Time: 10:00 am-3:00 pm
More Info: 845 340 1293
Family Day
Exhibition-inspired activities for children and their families in conjunction with The Historic Woodstock Art Colony: The Arthur A. Anderson Collection.
Location: The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz 1 Hawk Drive, New Paltz
Time: 2:00-5:00 pm
More Info: newpaltz.edu/museum
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
The Ulster County Italian American Foundation Presents: Cannoli: Traditions Around the Table and Umberto E.
Cannoli: Traditions Around the Table brings us from a sheep dairy farm to Nonna’s kitchen while exploring the role of cannoli in our daily lives and traditions. Umberto E. is a heartwarming, epic story created by award-winning director and filmmaker Anton Evangelista, about the his father, Umberto, a dynamic and charming 90-year-old Italian immigrant whose real-life Cinderella tale leads us along his path of personal triumphs over adversities. Each ticket buyer will be given a small cannoli from La Deliziosa Bakery in Poughkeepsie and a cup of coffee. Large cannoli and espresso will be available for purchase. There will also be a 50/50 raffle raising funds for the Reher Center.
Location: Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main Street, Rosendale
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: rosendaletheatre.org
APRIL 26
Gratefully Yours
Dead Last Wednesdays at the Colony! Gratefully Yours is an all-star lineup performing your dream Grateful Dead set lists.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
APRIL 27
Low Lily Concert
A lively CD Release concert with renowned Americana-folk band Low Lily joined by Stefan Amidon, & Hazel Royer.
Location: The Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: ashokancenter.org
Sarah Perrotta and The Pine Cats
Sarah Perrotta’s alluring voice and thoughtful piano driven songs navigate the depths of jazz complexity dressed in pop sensibility. She is currently recording her fifth album of original art-rock/dream-pop. Sarah has performed and recorded with esteemed luminaries Jerry Marotta, Tony Levin, Garth Hudson, Sara Lee, Gerry Leonard, Guster, Donna Lewis and others.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Hiker’s Holiday
Our Hiker’s Holiday program features a variety of hikes for all levels. For 91 years, hiking enthusiasts have gathered to hike the remarkable trails throughout a spectacular 40,000-acre wilderness region that includes both Mohonk Mountain House and Mohonk Preserve lands. Our program this year stretches farther than before to include members of the Catskill 3500 Club and Adirondack 46 High Peaks Club, to share their journeys, photography, and guidance in exploring the world-renowned hiking of New York that stems from Mohonk Mountain House. Hike all day or choose just a few as we explore changes to the natural landscape in the stunning Shawangunk Mountains made by nature itself. Mohonk Mountain House and the Mohonk Preserve come together to share their history and introduce all guests to the natural wonders and simple beauty of hiking on this property.
APRIL 28
Josh David Barrett + Judah Tribe
Joshua David Barrett is a two-time Grammy
Nominated recording artist, and the former lead singer of the Wailers of Bob Marley fame. Josh Barrett left the Wailers in 2021 to pursue a solo career Josh has been touring with One Drop Redemption for much of 2022.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Jim Breuer Live
Not long after Jim Breuer did his first official standup gig in Clearwater, Florida, in 1989, industry folks began asking him, “What’s your point of view?” “I don’t know…” He searched for a meaningful response to a ridiculous question.
“To make people laugh?” The freewheeling, New York bred comic storyteller—who made the list of Comedy Central’s “100 Greatest Standups of All Time”—is hotter than ever!
Location: Ulster Performing Arts Center, 601 Broadway, Kingston
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: ticketmaster.com
“Changing Times: Woodstock Meets the Sixties”
Lecture by Richard Heppner
Richard Heppner has served as Woodstock Town Historian for the last twenty-one years. He is the author of several books on Woodstock and the region.
Location: D&H Canal Museum, 1315 Main Street, High Falls
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: canalmuseum.org
APRIL 28-30
Dojo Dance Company Presents
Hudson Valley Tango Festival 2023
Immerse yourself in 3 full days of Argentine Tango music, dance and culture. This is a weekend for “tangonatics”, enthusiastic dancers and brave new comers.
Location: Senate Garage 4 North Front Street, Kingston
More Info: DojoDanceCompany.com
Location: Mohonk Mountain House 1000 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz More Info: mohonk.com
APRIL 29
Music on the Delaware presents Horseshoe Lounge Playboys
The Horseshoe Lounge Playboys are a four piece “roots” band performing mostly original and traditional material—some call Backwoods Americana—some Hillbilly dance music.The Horseshoe Lounge Playboys performed many concerts and clubs including concerts with The Levon Helm Band, Arlo Gutherie and his band and Steve Earle.
Location: Walton Theatre, 30 Gardiner Place, Walton
Time: 7:30 pm
More Info: musiconthedelaware.org
International Fortepiano Salon 15: “More than Just Notes: Rhetoric & Ornamentation in Classical Piano Music” Canadian fortepianist Anders Muskens and Tobias Cramm on rhetoric and early Romantic improvisation.
Location: Online on Facebook and YouTube
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
APRIL 28-MAY 8
Mohonk Tulip Festival
Experience the beauty of spring on the mountaintop as our Victorian Show Garden comes to life with a scattering of tulips and the wonder of our budding natural landscape. In celebration, we welcome a variety of teas including raspberry hibiscus, rooibos red, jasmine green, and berry fusion alongside daily crafts, garden tours, campfires, music, and specialty demonstrations with Mohonk’s Beverage & Pastry Team. Some activities require overnight accommodations.
Location: Mohonk Mountain House 1000 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz More Info: mohonk.com
APRIL 28-MAY 29
Solo show: Victoria A. Scott, “Frontier Horizons”
Recent original monoprints
Victoria Scott’s woods are a domestic idyll: trees, tilting ground and a studio clinging like a birdhouse to a sleep slope, another layer the soft curves of the western Catskills.
Location: Longyear Gallery, 785 Main Street, Margaretville
Opening Reception: April 29, 3-5 pm
More Info: longyeargallery.org
I’m Your Man: A Tribute to Leonard Cohen with Robert Burke Warren & Friends
This intimate evening spans Cohen’s entire career, from 60s classics like “Bird on the Wire” and “Suzanne,” to latter-day epics like “Everybody Knows,” “First We Take Manhattan,” and “Hallelujah.” The band includes harpist/ keyboardist Elizabeth Clark (Mamalama) drummer Peter Newell (the Trapps), bassist Chuck Cornelis (Chris Isaak, The Sometime Sinners), and guitarist Peter Dougan (Gene Ween, Carl Mateo). Special guests include Rachel Loshak, Nancy Howell, Luis Mojica, Kyle Esposito, and some surprises.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
APRIL 30
Spring Explorations: Birds and Blooms
Join us for a group hike to explore our trails while we look for spring ephemerals and buds around Ashokan.
Location: The Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge
Time: 10:00 am
More Info: ashokancenter.org
March 29 - May 6, 2023
(Saturdays & Wednesdays)
Saturdays, 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Wednesdays, 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee: $200 (includes 25 lbs. clay and firing) + $40 Registration Fee
Sugar Maples Center for the Creative Arts has a beautiful ceramics studio. Our studio is the best equipped studio in the Mountain Top region. If you’re a potter/sculptor working with clay, come enjoy six weekends of working at your own pace. There will be bisque firings and a cone 10 soda firing at the conclusion of the course. This opportunity is for makers who have a knowledge of the ceramics processes with which they need to continue to develop their ‘voice.’
March 26-April 30, 2023
Sundays, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fee: $200 (includes 25 lbs. clay and firing) + $40 Registration Fee
There are many reasons that making pottery on a potter’s wheel has become so popular. Making pots connects us to our elemental selves. Fashioning pots with our hands and minds serves our desire to create and realize our intentions. The Catskill community enjoys a long history of self-reliance. The farm to table movement has made us more aware of that magical conclusion where local farm foods are served on handmade wares. Here at SMCCA we are aware of how important to healthy lives the service of locally grown foods on pots can be. We aim to celebrate this relationship. Students will learn how to pre-
pare clay and using the potter’s wheel create utilitarian shapes. There will be demonstrations, individual attention, discussions about ceramic’s rich history, glazing, and firing.
March 29 - May 3, 2023
Wednesdays, 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee: $200 (includes 25 lbs. clay and firing) + $40 Registration Fee
The Open Studio is un-programmed time for participants interested in working on personal projects, share ideas and build community. It provides flexible studio access to our beautiful light filled spaces. Available to students who would like to continue working on class projects without distraction and others who can work independently.
March 26-April 30, 2023
Sundays, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fee: $200 + $40 Registration Fee
In this exciting course, the student learns the methods, materials, and visual information needed to draw what they see. Everyone has a “Mind’s Eye” so through fun and supportive direction students will be lead through a series of simple exercises designed to build competence and confidence. The diversity and complexity of the subjects drawn will gradually grow along with each student’s drawing and visual skills. Students will create a sketch book and a portfolio including stilllife, landscape, perspective, and drawings of the human figure. Materials used will include pencil, charcoal, conte crayon, and ink.
March 26-April 30, 2023
Sundays, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fee: $200 + $40 Registration Fee
This course is designed for students who already have some basic knowledge of painting & drawing concepts and techniques and would like to begin a new project or continue working on existing works in a supportive, welcoming environment. There will be scheduled critiques, discussion, and exploration. We recognize students who are looking to continue to develop their personal creativity, to focus their art making and engagement in the studio.
April 1 - May 6, 2023 (6 weeks)
Saturdays, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fee: $175 (includes all materials)
+ $40 Registration Fee
Making art at this age is indispensable for interacting, sharing, and communicating. During this fun class, that builds on the WorldFamous Summer Art Explorers camp, students will spend time experimenting and learning as they explore and discover the infinite possibilities that arise when they are given the opportunity to just have fun.
The exercises and environment of the studio are designed to stimulate creativity, intellectual development, and social skills to help develop healthy minds and have a lot of fun while doing it. Students will learn how to use a variety of media including ceramics, painting, drawing and collage to help bring their imaginations to life.
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Instructor: Sara Patterson
Dates: June 23 – 27
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $65
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
This workshop gives participants the opportunity to work with one of the country’s first studio potters to pursue soda firing at cone 6. Students will be invited to bring bisqueware and their own cone 6 glazes [if they have] to fire in our nearly new soda kiln. There will be studio glazes available, as well. This is a hands-on workshop so there will be wheel throwing demos, discussions, and time to make work in addition to the glaze firing.
Instructor: Michael Kline
Dates: July 14 – 18
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $60
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced
In this hands-on workshop we will focus on wheel thrown pots and embellishment of the clay surface. Participants will be guided through fun exercises to familiarize themselves with markmaking and the structure of pattern using brushwork, stamping, and incising. We will make clay stamps to be used to decorate the surfaces of our pots. We will discuss and demonstrate strategies for pattern with brushwork, pigmented wax resist, and inlay. Students will find patterns that are meaningful and appropriate for their forms.
Instructor: Dr. William M. Carty
Dates: June 16 – 20
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $95
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Whether you’re a recent arrival to the glaze and clay calculation world, or you’ve previously studied this fascinating science, this NEW workshop will blow your mind. For the first time in a workshop, students will explore color response in glazes, that they invent, to both oxidation AND reduction atmospheres. Glaze and claybody formulation, the role of metal oxides and stains, the introduction of opacifiers, and causes of defects will be taught step by step. Testing “wild clays” will also be included in our explorations. Students are encouraged to bring in their triumphs and curiosities for discussion and sharing.
Instructor: Russell Wrankle
Dates: June 23 – 27
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $50
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Starting with simple featureless plaster animal head forms (Dog, Rabbit and Vulture provided by the instructor) we will jump start your exploration of narrative, emotional, and conceptual potential of animal heads in clay. You will spend time learning facial features and then embellish with texture, expression, and nuance. Russell will share his building methods, including solid construction, and sculpting facial features using basic tools and sprigs. Image presentations of historic and contemporary examples will provide context and inspiration. Individual guidance will help you create unique sculptures that are personally relevant. Pieces will be bisque fired at the end of the week.
Instructors: Marilyn Katz, Gail Rutigliano, Karen Stern
Dates: June 30 – July 2
Course Fee: $300
Lab Fee: $50
Skill Level: Beginner
Have a blast getting creative and a little messy in this workshop with three Dynamos! Come be a part of a new paradigm in learning how to work with clay … under the guidance of three amazing artists. Try your hands at wheel throwing, hand building, glazing, and firing … each technique important to building skills and knowledge fast. You’ll feel like you’re in excellent hands because these Instructors know how to work with clay, enthusiastically share their knowledge, and set the right pace and environment for fun learning.
Instructor: Taylor Sijan
Dates: July 7 – 11
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $50
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Are you looking to learn how to create rich depth on the surfaces of your ceramic work? In this skill-building workshop, Taylor will demonstrate how she creates layered surfaces on unfired porcelain. Students will experiment with decorating techniques such as stamping, slip trailing, carving, and underglaze painting using paper resists on tiles and simple forms. Strategies for harmonious, asymmetrical surface compositions on vessels will be introduced. Students will depart the workshop with greenware and bisque-fired work to glaze at home.
Instructor: Lisa Orr
Dates: July 21 – 25
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $100
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
This informative and exciting workshop will offer participants the opportunity to work together in the construction of the “Rocket” wood-fired kiln. The project will involve the conversion of an electric kiln into one that can fire fast and lean using wood as its primary fuel. Students will enjoy learning kiln building and firing principles and should come prepared to make pots and work cooperatively. There promises to be loads of demonstrations, discussions, and presentations on this renowned Instructor’s experiences as a studio potter, world traveler, and advocate for low-resource practices.
Instructor: Coleton Lunt
Dates: July 22 - 25
Course Fee: $400
Lab Fee: $60
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Engaging in a mutual dialogue with clay, students will learn to let the process unfold in intuitive ways. Employing wheel, coil, and slabs, we will investigate ways to build sculptural vessels that defy gravity, expressing dynamic movement. We will discuss formal evolution through the lens of the biologic world, while we analyze the process of making as it relates to geology and natural weathering. Staining clay will be demonstrated as well as blending various stoneware’s together. Minimal or liner glazes will be used to highlight the patterns and color of the natural clay.
Instructor: Mallory Wetherell
Dates: July 28 – August 1
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $55
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
In this hands-on workshop, students will learn how to apply graphic imagery onto porcelain surfaces. Participants will begin by creating a variety of simplified ceramic forms to serve as their canvases. Students will be taught how to convert found imagery into stencils, which will be transferred onto their bone-dry ceramic forms. Working with a variety of underglaze washes, students will experiment building complex surfaces and graphic images on clay. Students are encouraged to bring to class a variety of images for reference.
into different techniques for surface decoration at the greenware stage. We will combine texture, carving, underglaze inlay, brushwork, and resist techniques to create layered, colorful surfaces. We will discuss how function, form and surface work together to create well-designed pottery forms. Bring your sketchbook and get ready to embark on a playful discovery of form and surface techniques.
Instructor: Hiroe Hanazono
Dates: August 11 – 15 (5 Days)
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $75
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced During this five-day workshop, students will learn methods for designing and fabricating models and molds. Students will begin by designing an object on paper, then learn how to create their prototype using a variety of materials such as plaster, clay, and wood. These prototypes will then be used to create either single or multipiece molds. Demonstrations will also cover the slip-casting process. Students will have the opportunity to make casts of their projects, however because this is only a five-day workshop, students will take their bisque home.
Instructor: Jon Puzzuoli
Dates: August 12 – 15
Course Fee: $400
Lab Fee: $75
Instructor: Hirotsune Tashima
Dates: July 28 – August 1
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $60
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
This hands-on workshop is guaranteed to be a unique opportunity to study sculptural techniques using clay to explore personal and cultural ideas. Participants will be introduced to ways of realizing their own concepts through representational sculpture. Techniques for building large scale works will be demonstrated along with discussions about materials, challenges, and problem solving. Aspects of modelling the Figure will be explored with the intention of telling stories being central to these five action-packed days.
Instructor: Chandra DeBuse
Dates: August 4 – 8
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $60
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced (a little experience will be helpful)
Exploring surface techniques on hand-built pottery will be the focus of this workshop. After using templates with soft clay slabs to construct pottery forms like plates and cups, we will dive
Instructors: Steve Cook and Bruce Dehnert
Dates: August 25 – 29
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $100
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
If you love to fire. If you love lots of different effects. Or if you’re short on atmospheric firing experience, this intensive workshop is your ticket. You will participate in different types of firing, achieving results in a short time. We’ll fire soda, wood, gas reduction, raku, and pit! Emphasis is placed on glaze/surface preparation and firing techniques through demonstrations, lectures, and hands-on participation. You bring the bisque-ware, and we deliver the heat.
Instructors: Steve Cook and Bruce Dehnert
Dates: September 1-5
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $100
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
If you love to fire. If you love lots of different effects. Or if you’re short on atmospheric firing experience, this intensive workshop is your ticket. You will participate in different types of firing, achieving results in a short time. We’ll fire soda, wood, gas reduction, raku, and pit! Emphasis is placed on glaze/surface preparation and firing techniques through demonstrations, lectures, and hands-on participation. You bring the bisque-ware, and we deliver the heat.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced Create dramatic effects on your pottery with crystalline glazes and learn to throw beautiful bottles during this four-day workshop. We will start by prepping and glazing your premade bisqueware. While the pieces are firing, we will dive into the glaze chemistry and kiln programming that crystalline glazes require. Post-firing techniques will be taught. During the second day of the workshop there will be throwing demos of wide bellied bottles that are most flattering to crystal growth. We will have plenty of time for hands-on throwing and trimming. On the third day of the workshop, we will glaze another batch of work and get it into the kiln.
Instructor: Susan Beecher
Dates: August 18 - 20
Course Fee: $400
Lab Fee: $50
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
This hands-on workshop will focus on making beautiful pouring vessels while improving your throwing skills and demonstrating new altering techniques. We will work on such pots as: Batter Bowls, Pitchers, Gravy Boats, Soy Bottles & Teapots. Then we will move on to various surface enhancement techniques such as slip brush work, sgrafitto & wax resist. All levels of skill are welcome, but some wheel experience is necessary. Ages 15 to adult.
Instructor: John Gill
Dates: September 8 – 12 (5 Days)
Course Fee: $600
Lab Fee: $75
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced
John Gill is widely known for his unique approaches to constructing colorful planular vessels that enjoy both contemporary and historical associations. Gill’s expressive hard angulars challenge gravity with cantilever and colliding with surfaces that feature dynamic painting. There is undeniably magic in his hands and a plausible logic guided by the idea that working with function opens up possibilities. Join us in this workshop that could change your trajectories in thinking and creating. Gill has been in the field for a long time working with many people, absorbing stories, and working intuitively in response. Gill likes to put together forms in simple yet activated relationships. He comes to materials with simple tools and ideas, solving problems in the moment.
Instructor: Nathan Loda
Dates: June 16 - 18
Course Fee: $300
Lab Fee: $30
Skill Level: Beginner and Up
This introductory course will provide students with the basic principles and techniques when working with Oil Paint. Students will be introduced to paint-handling techniques, color mixing, composition, and different methods for developing a representational painting. Using an exciting direct method of applying paint, and the indirect method of application featuring monochromatic underpainting prior to color application, participants will learn how to construct a dynamic image. Favorite photographs will be used to learn fundamentals of alla prima landscape painting. Throughout this enjoyable workshop, emphasis will be placed on lots of individual support.
Instructor: Monty Montgomery
Dates: June 23 – 27
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $75
Skill Level: Beginner - Advanced
Rarely does the opportunity arise to take a workshop in mural painting. This dynamic approach to large scale image-making is of an esoteric nature because so many elements must be considered. In this hands-on workshop, students will be introduced to developing a vision, choosing surface and medium, and considering aspects of society and culture. Instruction will cover use of tools and equipment, and the forever pesky budget and pricing concerns when developing proposals. Because muralism is usually a public art form, this renowned artist will lead discussions regarding the challenges that entails.
Instructor: Eileen Murphy
June 30 – July 2
Course Fee: $300
Lab Fee: $30
Skill Level: Beginner to AdvanceD
In this workshop, participants will consider all aspects of making a successful landscape painting, from beginning to end. Our beautiful Catskill mountains offer one of America’s most special settings for developing a ‘painter’s eye’ towards capturing dynamic views on canvas. Exploring compositions that go beyond the traditional horizontal rectangle, students will learn shadow modeling, various mark-making techniques, and differentiating textures of subject matter. Both art historical and contemporary examples of compositions will be introduced and discussed.
Instructor: Julia Whitney Barnes
Dates: July 7 – 11
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $50
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Participants will learn the basics of how to make cyanotype prints from mixing chemistry, coating paper and/or fabric, and utilizing the always amazing Catskill sunlight to develop the prints. Approaching printmaking from an experimental perspective, students will be introduced to myriad options for stenciling using found objects. Also, there will be exciting opportunities to create and print with photographic negatives and learn about toning and other techniques using wet technique, natural dyes, and household materials like coffee and tea. This exciting workshop will be comprised of enjoyable discussions, heaps of demonstrations, and presentations.
Instructor: Karin Lowney-Seed
Dates: July 21 – 23
Course Fee: $300
Lab Fee: $35
In this three-day workshop you will explore ideas and techniques using your own personal story to direct your art. How do we manifest that in our art? The process of discovery comes from sharing, listening, and learning within the safety-net we will create during this course. We will work on gestures, markings, color, texture, and language building a narrative to expand your creative process. We will also experiment with play, color and emotions that allow you to take bigger risks that allow you to advance your ‘voice’.
Instructor: Mara Lehmann
Dates: August 25 – 27
Course Fee: $300
Lab Fee: $40
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced
This workshop is meant for intermediate to experienced level painters who have already taken beginning courses. We will be focusing on the use of values as a method of achieving spatial distance and feeling of atmosphere in our landscapes. Also, the emphasizing of focal points using contrasting patterns of light and shadow to add drama. There will be demonstrations, discussions, and lots of individual attention. Portions of this intensive workshop will be held outdoors in the stunning Catskills.
Instructor: Gabe Brown
September 8 – 10
Course Fee: $300
Lab Fee: $30
Instructor: Loreen Oren
Dates: July 21 – 23 (3 Days)
Course Fee: $300
Lab Fee: $50
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
This workshop is designed for beginners and students who wish to continue working with watercolor. Techniques such as wet-on-wet, weton-dry, scumbling and “dry brush” will be demonstrated at each class. Students will learn how to create patterns, layers, color relationships, brush strokes and effects in watercolor painting. Also, an in-depth exploration of various types of paper will be conducted during class time. Find joy and celebrate in the fabulous unpredictability that makes watercolor painting so unique.
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Methods and Materials is designed for those interested in not only the basic understanding of paining techniques and applications, but advanced knowledge of practical uses. Ideal for beginners as well as those wanting to perfect their craft with a better understanding of how to apply specific methods to individual studio practice. You will learn how to mix a variety of painting mediums, applications of ground on various substrates, paint mixing techniques, presentation, and preparation of artwork for transportation. Primarily focusing on oil, this workshop will also include water media such as acrylic, ink, and watercolor.
Instructor: Nick DeFord
Dates: July 14 – 18
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $35
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Embroidery is a fantastic means of embellishing fabric, but we will take the needle and thread to paper to explore the drawn line as a stitched line. We will cover basic stitching techniques of
embroidery, and then move on to the intricacies, challenges, and surprises of putting a needle to paper. We will discuss various surfaces that are possible, working individually with students and their own ideas. Contemporary artists who utilize embroidery will be introduced. Assignment prompts will encourage students on ways that embroidery gives meaning to their other works on paper. This class welcomes anyone interested in taking their stitches to the next level!
Instructor: Wendy G. Jensen
Dates: July 29 (one day only!) 9am – 5pm
Course Fee: $125
Lab Fee: $75
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Using rattan, this basket begins with a double spoked base with tapered secondary stakes; students will learn to weave and shape the sides of this handsome, utilitarian round basket. The basket is finished with a sturdy rim and leather side handles. Shaping, rimming, scarfing and lashing will all be taught. Approximate dimensions: 13”D x 8”H.
Instructor: Karen Margolis
Dates: August 4 – 7
Course Fee: $400
Lab Fee: $50
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
This workshop explores sculpture from inside out, how to communicate through form, materials, and process. Students investigate their inner drives to create assemblages as extensions of individual feelings. The workshop introduces alternative approaches to working with principles of sculpture, using various methods of material penetration, adhesion/attachment, and treatment of surfaces to express line, form, space, texture, mass, and volume. Combining personal and found objects with alternative techniques and tools, students explore conveying meaning within form, focusing on how objects articulate content based on arrangement and deconstruction.
Instructor: Patricia Miranda
Dates: August 18 - 21
Course Fee: $400
Lab Fee: $50
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced This workshop will explore the history of color through the creation of natural dyes and pigments. Participants will create color from natural materials combined with water-based binders, from gum arabic to distemper to egg tempera. We will explore the language and meaning-making potential of color, and how material carries content through history, context, and aesthetic properties. Conceptual and practical considerations of the environmental impact on materials will offer a guide to maintaining a sustainable and safe painting practice. Participants will come away with a set of handmade watercolor paints, a color swatch book, and exploratory paintings created using their handmade paints on paper.
Instructor: Tina Harp
Dates: August 25 - 27
Course Fee: $300
Lab Fee: $85
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Rug Hooking is a traditional art form. Beginning with a complete kit, students will learn how to hook a simple 8 x 10 picture using hand-dyed strips of wool. Learn how color and texture function in this intriguing craft technique. Because this tool is portable, students will be able to continue working on projects outside class hours, and the next morning will be spent going over how the colors create textures, how to fix a mistake as well as lots of show and tell. Demonstrations and lots of individual attention are guaranteed.
Instructor: Lynn Loflin
September 1 - 3
Course Fee: $300
Lab Fee: $35
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
This 3-day workshop focuses on the repurposing of felted wool, clothing, and other textiles. Participants will learn traditional skills and techniques in embroidery, dry felting, mending, patchwork, sashiko, fabric collage, and sewing, telling a more personal story. We will reimagine existing clothing, making a vest or jacket from a felted wool sweater. Other projects that can be made over the 3 days are gloves, belts, sashiko/ boro denim repair, shoulder bags, pouches, and hats. There will be demonstrations, heaps of individual attention, and the rich history of felted clothing in our region. Come join our reimagining of what wearable art can be.
Instructor: Susan Beecher
Dates: July 12 – August 30
Time/Day: 10 am – 1 pm. Wednesdays.
Course Fee: $220
Lab Fee: $65
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced. 65 years old and up!
This class is offered to senior citizens living in the Mountaintop area who enjoy working with their hands in a supportive, fun, and lively community. This 8-week course will focus on hand-building techniques that appeal to all skill levels. Come and learn to make special projects while enjoying our beautiful studio. Decorating and glazing are also taught, so bring your wonderful ideas!
Instructor: Tina Harp
Dates: June 7 – July 26
Course Fee: $250
Lab Fee: $45
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Weaving is an ancient art form that involves interlacing threads to create fabric. Using a 4-harness loom, students will learn to warp a loom, weave it off, and properly finish. Studio time is available and most students have the ability to create two separate woven pieces. By the end of this 8-week course, one will have the basic skills and knowledge to try this on their own. No prior experience is needed.
Instructor: Tina Harp
Dates: August 23 – October 11
Course Fee: $250
Lab Fee: $45
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced This continued weaving course is designed for students who have some basic knowledge of weaving. This class will build upon the existing skills of the student and learn more advanced techniques. Learning how to create more complex patterns, expanding the use of color and texture and how to trouble shoot common problems that arise. During this 8-week course, students work at their own skill level. Studio time is available for weaving off the loom which creates time for a couple of finished pieces.
If a course is marked as FULL, please call our office at 518-263-2001 to be placed on the waiting list.
“Cash on Cash”
Maude Adams Theater Hub
Saturday, April 1 @ 7:30 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Note: alternate ticket prices apply. An evening of music and storytelling about Johnny Cash presented by Robert Burke Warren, who has recently edited a book by the same title.
“Like Courtiers in the Presence of the Master”
Piano Sonatas with Violin
Accompaniment Around 1800
Antonia Nelson, violin Maria Rose, piano
Sunday, April 2 @ 2:00 pm Piano Performance Museum
Doctorow Center for the Arts
FREE, but seating is limited. Email boxoffice@catskillmtn.org to reserve your seats.
Antonia Nelson and Maria Rose will perform various works for violin and piano to showcase some of the historical pianos at the Piano Performance Museum. In the late-18th century solo piano music was rare and served mostly to show off the virtuosity of the composer/performer—or they were used for teaching. In social performance settings the piano was almost always joined by optional other instruments. The program will include sonatas by Mozart, Hüllmandel, and Dussek.
Ibex Puppetry:
Ajijaak on Turtle Island
Saturday, April 8 @ 7:30 pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
The story of Ajijaak, a young whooping crane who has been separated from her family in a Tar Sands fire caused by the monstrous Mishibizhiw. She must make her first migration from Canada down to the Gulf Coast on her own, finding her voice and a family through the interconnectedness of all of creation. Ajijaak on Turtle Island brings communities together through puppetry, music, traditional dances, animations, and kites.
Moss Ensemble
Saturday, April 15 @ 8:00 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Join this quartet of world-class performers for an evening of adventurous and beautiful music. Expect pieces by Chopin and Haydn and works from living composers, as well as stories that help illuminate the music. Featured among the evening’s offerings are a song cycle by Windham’s esteemed impresario/conductor/ composer Robert Manno and works by Andes’ remarkable violinist/ counter-tenor/composer Marshall Coid.
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Unless otherwise noted, ticket prices are as follows:
Purchased in Advance: $25 regular; $20 senior; $7 student/child
Purchased at the door: $30 regular; $25 senior; $7 student/child
DOCTOROW CENTER FOR THE ARTS
7971 MAIN STREET HUNTER, NY 12442
ORPHEUM PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
6050 MAIN STREET
TANNERSVILLE, NY 12485
Saturday, April 22 @ 7:30 pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
The GRAMMY® Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer has been hailed as “the world’s reigning male chorus” by The New Yorker. Founded in San Francisco in 1978 by singer and musicologist Louis Botto, Chanticleer quickly took its place as one of the most prolific recording and touring ensembles in the world, selling over one million recordings and performing thousands of live concerts to audiences around the world. Their repertoire is rooted in the renaissance, and has continued to expand to include classical, gospel, jazz, popular music, and a deep commitment to the commissioning of new compositions and arrangements.
VIRTUAL!
International Fortepiano Salon 15:
“More than Just Notes: Rhetoric & Ornamentation in Classical Piano Music”
Saturday, April 29 @ 8:00 pm
Canadian fortepianist Anders Muskens and Tobias Cramm on rhetoric and early Romantic improvisation.
The Gottabees
“Go Home Tiny Monster”
Saturday, May 6 @ 2:00 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Recommended for ages 3 and up
After a sudden storm, Sylvie and her loving family of homespun creatures find themselves in need of a new home. Luckily, they have an audience full of people who can help them out! Go Home Tiny Monster is a wildly creative theatrical ode to a community’s generosity.
Kyle Marshall Choreography: “Onyx”
A Partnership Project with The Joyce Theater
Saturday, May 13 @ 7:30pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Founded in 2014, Kyle Marshall Choreography (KMC) is a company that sees the dancing body as a container of history, an igniter of social reform, and a site of celebration.
Community Ballet Class Recital
Orpheum Dance Program
Saturday, May 20 @ 2:00 pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center For ballet class parents only
We are THRILLED to celebrate our 25th Anniversary of bringing Arts to the Mountaintop with our most impressive season yet!Photo by Stephen K. Mack Anders Muskens. Photo by Eduardus Lee Tobias Cramm Photo by Theo Cote
Comedy in the Catskills
Maude Adams Theater Hub
Saturday, May 20 @ 7:30 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Note: alternate ticket prices apply. Join us for a night of stand up comedy!
Featuring Derek Drescher, Cassidy O’Malley, Adam Hmada, and hosted by Nick Baley. Pre-show and intermission cocktails available in the lobby. Bring your funny bone!
VIRTUAL!
International Fortepiano Salon
16: The 1783 Stein piano project by Mathieu Vion and Pierre Goy
Thursday, May 25 @ 2:00 pm
A virtual interactive demonstration of and performance on 1783
Workshop on Maintaining Historical Pianos, Harpsichords and Clavichords
May 25 - May 27
Piano Performance Museum
Doctorow Center for the Arts
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Following last year’s successful workshop, the second Piano Technicians Workshop will be offered, directed by Masayuki Maki and Richard Hester.
The Brothers Doobie:
A Doobie Brothers Concert Experience
Saturday, May 27 @ 8:00pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Tickets Purchased in Advance: $30 regular; $25 senior; $7 student
At the Door: $35 regular; $20 senior; $7 student
Always delivering a high-energy, high-level performance, Brothers Doobie - A Doobie Brothers Experience performs the full range of Doobie Brothers top hits.
Academy of Fortepiano Performance Workshop for Fortepianists and Vocalists:
“The German Lied Repertoire” led by Drew Minter
June 6 - June 12
Piano Performance Museum
Doctorow Center for the Arts
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Voice and Piano Faculty Concert
Drew Minter, Audrey Axinn, Maria Rose, and others
Saturday, June 10 @ 8:00 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Voice and Piano Student Concert
Sunday, June 11 @ 8:00 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Academy of Fortepiano Performance Festival 2023 Workshop: Style, Affect and Ornamentation
May 28 - June 5
Piano Performance Museum
Doctorow Center for the Arts
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Explore piano music on period instruments. An inspiring and practical immersion into the world of historical pianos, in the heart of the Catskill Mountains.
Academy of Fortepiano Performance Faculty Concert
Memorializing the Masters: Works by Mozart, Hüllmandel, Beethoven, and Clara Schumann
Audrey Axinn, Maria Rose, Andrew Willis, fortepiano with guest artist Keiko Shichijo
Sunday, May 28 @ 8:00 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
The faculty of the Academy of Fortepiano Performance will present the sound world of 18th and 19th century masters, performed on the instruments of their time.
Masterclass and Lecture-Recital with Robert Levin
Saturday, June 3
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Academy of Fortepiano Performance Student Concert
Sunday, June 4 @ 8:00 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Labyrinth Baroque Ensemble
“Resistance is but Vain: Staging Charms and Perplexities of Love in Songs from Late 17th Century London Plays”
Saturday, June 17 @ 8:00pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
The Labyrinth Baroque Ensemble, founded in 2015 by director, lutenist and scholar Richard Kolb, performs music by Purcell, Eccles, and contemporaries, created by Artistic Director Richard Kolb with staging by mezzosoprano Tracy Cowart.
“Embraceable Gershwin”
Joanne Polk, piano Jeffrey Langford, lecture
Saturday, June 24 @ 2:00 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Is there anything sweeter than a Saturday matinee with pianist Joanne Polk performing arrangements of songs by George Gershwin while Jeffrey Langford walks us through the life and times of the composer?
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OMNY Taiko Drummers
Sunday, July 2 @ 2:00pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
FREE CONCERT
Catskill Mountain Foundation 25th Anniversary Celebration Weekend
Bernie Williams Collective
Friday, July 7 @ 8:00 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Cécile McLorin-Salvant
Saturday, July 8 @ 7:30 pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Dancers from the New York City Ballet
Perform a Tribute to Jacques d’Amboise
Sunday, July 9 @ 2:00 pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
25th Annual Putnam County
Spelling Bee
Maude Adams Theater Hub
Friday-Sunday, July 14-16
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Note: alternate ticket prices apply.
Catskill Mountain Shakespeare
July 15-30
Outdoors & Under the Tent at the Catskill Mountain Foundation’s Red Barn, Main Street, Hunter
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Dividing the Estate, by Horton Foote Horton by the Stream
Saturday & Sunday, July 15 & 16 @ 2:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday, July 22 & 23 @ 2:00 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
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National Dance Institute Mountaintop Residency
Performance:
A Tribute to Maya Angelou
Saturday, July 22 @ 7:00pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
All Tickets:$15
Hunter International Music Festival
July 23 - August 6
Piano Performance Museum
Doctorow Center for the Arts
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Wael Farouk Piano Recital
Hunter International Music Festival
Thursday, July 27 @ 7:30pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
American String Quartet Hunter International Music Festival
Saturday, July 29 @ 7:30pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Cabaret
Maude Adams Theater Hub
Friday-Sunday, August 3-5
Outdoors & Under the Tent at the Catskill Mountain Foundation’s Red Barn, Main Street, Hunter
Note: alternate ticket prices apply.
Hunter International Music Festival Faculty Concert
Friday, August 4 @ 7:30 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
A Midsummer Night’s Dream Orpheum Dance Program
Friday, August 11 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, August 12 @ 7:30pm
Sunday, August 13 @ 2:00pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Common Ground On The Mountain: Professor Louie & The Crowmatix, Greg Dayton, Walt Michael & Company
Saturday, August 19 @ 8:00 pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Tickets Purchased in Advance:
$30 regular; $25 senior; $7 student
Tickets Purchased at the Door:
$35 regular; $20 senior; $7 student
Pianists in the Mountains Festival
August 21 - August 27
Piano Performance Museum
Doctorow Center for the Arts
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Pianists in the Mountains
Jeffrey Langford, lecture
Monday, August 21 @ 7:30pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Pianists in the Mountains
Joanne Polk, piano
Inesa Sinkevych, piano
Tuesday, August 22 @ 7:30pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Dedication
Maude Adams Theater Hub
Friday-Sunday, September 15-17
Doctorow Center for the Arts
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Hope Boykin Dance
“...a STATE of love”
A Partnership Project with The Joyce Theater
Saturday, September 16 @ 7:30pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Olivier Tarpaga Dance
“Once the dust settles, flowers bloom”
A Partnership Program with The Joyce Theater
Saturday, September 23 @ 7:30pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
No Strings Marionettes
The Hobbit
Wednesday, October 18 @ 3:45 pm
Thursday, October 19 @ 3:45 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Apollo’s Fire: The Road to Dublin
Saturday, October 21 @ 7:30pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
The Rocky Horror Show
Maude Adams Theater Hub
Friday-Sunday, October 27-29
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Note: alternate ticket prices apply.
VIRTUAL!
Academy of Fortepiano
Performance International
Fortepiano Salon #17:
With Guest Dunya Verwey of the Geelvinck Museum, The Netherlands
Saturday, October 28@ 2:00 pm
Romantically French: Music of Debussy, Ravel and Cécile Chaminade
Dr. Joanne Polk, piano
Dr. Jeffrey Langford, lecture
Saturday, November 4 @ 2:00 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Once Upon a Time
Darcy Dunn, mezzo-soprano
Julia Mendelsohn, pianist
Mark Singer, baritone
Saturday, November 11 @ 8:00 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
VIRTUAL!
Academy of Fortepiano
Performance International
Fortepiano Salon #18
Saturday, November 18 @ 8:00 pm
Windham Festival Chamber Orchestra
Robert Manno, Conductor
Simone Dinnerstein, piano
Saturday, November 25, 7:30pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
The Nutcracker Ballet
Orpheum Dance Program
Victoria Rinaldi, Director SIX PERFORMANCES
Saturday, December 2 @ 2:00 & 7:30pm
Sunday, December 3 @ 2:00pm
Saturday, December 9 @ 2:00 & 7:30pm
Sunday, December 10 @ 2:00pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
The Hot Sardines: “Holiday Stomp”
Saturday, December 16 @ 7:30pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Tickets Purchased in Advance: $30 regular; $25 senior; $7 student
Tickets Purchased at the Door: $35 regular; $20 senior; $7 student
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