CATSKILL NEWS
ENJOY A SUMMER OF MUSIC IN THE WOODS AT MAVERICK CONCERTS
21st ANNUAL SAUGERTIES ARTISTS STUDIO TOUR
SPECIAL SECTION
WELCOME TO THE MOUNTAIN CLOVES SCENIC BYWAY
Including Hunter and Tannersville
THE KAATERSKILL TROLLEY
by Eliza SchwartzGREAT HIKES ALONG THE BYWAY
by Jeff Senterman and Moe Lemire
BUSINESSES ALONG THE BYWAY MOUNTAIN
SUMMER IN THE CATSKILLS
HORTON BY THE STREAM PRESENTS DIVIDING THE ESTATE
THE SHOPS AT EMERSON: Celebrating 25 Years with a NEW Show at the World’s Largest Kaleidoscope
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM: A Magical Evening of Dance and Spoken Word
by Sarah Taft & Joan OldknowA GREENE COUNTY GARDEN IN JULY: Woodland Phlox
by Margaret Donsbach TomlinsonVOLUME 38, NUMBER 7 July 2023
PUBLISHERS
Peter Finn, Chairman, Catskill Mountain Foundation
Sarah Finn, President, Catskill Mountain Foundation
EDITORIAL DIRECTOR, CATSKILL MOUNTAIN FOUNDATION
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ADVERTISING SALES
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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS & PHOTOGRAPHERS
Nicole Andrick & Jason Pontillo, T.M. Bradshaw, Nicole Caputo Design, Ryan Chadwick, Holly Cohen, Joe Damone, Fran Driscoll, Bahram Foroughi, Michael Koegel, Moe Lemire, Greg Madden, Amy & Terrence Maul, Joan Oldknow, David Schneider, Eliza Schwartz, Jeff Senterman, Sarah Taft, Craig Thompson, Margaret Donsbach Tomlinson, Rich Wade, Patty Wu, and Michelle Yost. Additional contributions by The Boathouse, Catskill Center, Catskill Mountain Shakespeare, Hanford Mills Museum, Horton by the Stream, Hunter Foundation, Kaaterskill Trolley, Maude Adams Theater Hub, Maverick Concerts, Saugerties Artists Studio Tour, Tannersville Works
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CATSKILLS PAST: South Kortright Woman Organizes International Conference by T.M. Bradshaw
HANFORD MILLS MUSEUM
ICE CREAM SOCIAL AND EXPLORATION DAY SERIES JULY 15
WHY THE CATSKILLS? by Greg Madden
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
SUGAR MAPLES 2023 SUMMER COURSES
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Coming up on July 8 (rain date July 9), Windham Arts Alliance will sponsor an all-day photography workshop with Francis Driscoll. Fran is excited to share his knowledge of taking and processing photographs with the community. Participants will meet Fran in the parking lot behind Briars & Brambles on July 8 at 8:00 am. They will have the opportunity to take their cameras and join Fran on a photography excursion. This is a rare opportunity to pick Fran’s brain and learn how he takes his beautiful photographs. He will demonstrate how he chooses his subjects and what to focus on to get artistic photos. You will begin to understand what is involved to see the world through your camera lens and to produce exciting photographs. Later, he will follow up at the Main Street Community Center with an introduction to basic editing techniques.
You can register for this all-day workshop at mainstreetcommunitycenter.org/registration. Seats are limited. There is a registration fee of $10 to hold your place.
This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant Program of the NYS Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Hochul and the New York State Legislature and administered in Greene County by the CREATE Council on the Arts. WAA also wants to thank the Main Street Community Center for their support.
For the 2023 summer season in the Catskill Park, the Catskill Center is putting its paid, seasonal Catskill Stewards in high-use areas, along with a ridge runner on local trails.
The ridge runner will start the season stewarding on and near the Devil’s Path trail in Greene County, one of the Catskill’s more challenging hikes, and cover other trails as needed Another steward will work part-time at Platte Cove, with others divided between Peekamoose Blue Hole, Kaaterskill Clove, and the Fire Towers on Hunter Mountain and Overlook Mountain.
“In light of the increasing number of visitors, the Catskill Center is proud to be able to place stewards in areas across the Catskill Park. With seven-day a week coverage at both the Peekamoose Blue Hole and Kaaterskill Falls, the roving Ridge Runner position who will greet visitors on the trails of the Park, and coverage at the Fire Towers during the week, our stewards will be greeting thousands, if not tens of thousands of visitors a week,” says Jeff Senterman, Executive Director of the Catskill Center. “The Catskill Center’s stewards are key to welcoming visitors to the Catskill Park, introducing them to the resources of the Catskills Visitor Center, and offering them advice on how to recreate responsibly in the Park to ensure protection of our natural resources.”
The stewards are a vital link between these locations and visitors. The Catskill Stewards Program operates in partnership with the NYSDEC at the Peekamoose Blue Hole and Kaaterskill Falls. In Platte Clove, the program runs on the Catskill Center’s Platte Clove Preserve. Since its inception in 2018, the Catskill Stewards Program has educated and welcomed more than 270,000 visitors to the Catskill Forest Preserve.
Stewards explain and demonstrate why responsible recreation is important—from the importance of not littering to staying on the trails. While each location has its specific needs, the common thread is natural resource protection, public awareness, and education. Without the stewards, the Catskills’ forever wild spaces are constantly in danger of being trampled or otherwise damaged because of the increasing number of visitors. Stewards help interpret the Catskill Park, provide information on alternative areas to visit, and offer directions to local businesses, which, in turn, helps the local economy.
Stewards are seasonal employees of the Catskill Center, who are trained specifically to work with the public at high use areas across the Park utilizing principles from Leave No Trace, Recreate Responsibly, and other outdoor programs.
To learn more about the Catskill Center’s Catskill Stewards Program, go to catskillcenter.org/catskillstewardsprogram. And to check in on the stewards’ work, follow us on our social media platforms.
The Catskill Stewards Program is made possible by the generous support of the NYSDEC, REI Co-op, the Rondout Neversink Stream Program, Bruderhof Community at Platte Cove, Catskill Mountain Club, Hunter Foundation, and the generous supporters of the Catskill Center.
Maverick Concerts is among the most historic music venues in the country, a rustic architectural and acoustic marvel nestled in the woods near Woodstock, NY. This historic concert hall, known for its pristine acoustics and rustic charm, invites audiences on a remarkable auditory journey, crossing the boundaries of genres and eras. This summer, Maverick returns with a full schedule of outstanding classical, jazz, contemporary and family programming. The season opens on July 1 and runs through September 10.
The timeless elegance of chamber music resonates at 4 pm every Sunday afternoon, maintaining a tradition that Maverick Concerts has upheld for over a century. On Saturday evenings at 8 pm, the musical spectrum expands, encompassing the invigorating rhythms of jazz, world music and the soulful strains of folk and Americana. Saturday mornings from 11 am to noon, families can look forward to engaging free programming designed to educate and entertain in equal measure.
A highlight of the 2023 season is the mini-series, “Latin Voices: Celebrating Hispanic and Latino Traditions in Classical and Jazz.” Supported by the National Endowment for the Arts, this series ventures into the intricate tapestry of Latin and His-
panic music. Enriched by an array of acclaimed performers, the series begins on July 1 with the Grammy Award-winning Pablo Ziegler Jazz Tango Trio. Ziegler’s progressive tango, a harmonious blend of the traditional Argentine form with jazz elements, offers an exhilarating start to the series.
Cuarteto Latinoamericano, recognized for their sublime interpretations of Latin American music, will perform on July 2, gracing the stage with compositions by Latin American maestros Villa-Lobos, Revueltas, and Chavez. On August 5, audiences will witness the Maverick debut of Peruvian-American pianist Priscilla Navarro. Her program encompasses both classical and contemporary pieces. On August 12, the stage will reverberate with Latin jazz as the Arturo O’Farrill Quartet delivers a dynamic performance. The Dali Quartet, known for their blend of traditional Latin American and Western classical music, takes to the stage on August 13.
The series concludes on September 10 with a tribute to influential Cuban composer Tania Leon on her 80th birthday. The esteemed Cassatt Quartet, accompanied by the distinguished pianist Ursula Oppens, will honor Leon, with the composer herself participating in a pre-concert talk hosted by Alexander Platt.
Saturday evenings at Maverick will feature an array of eclectic performances. On July 29, audiences can look forward to a recital by the acclaimed pianist Adam Tendler. August 26 will mark the 20th Anniversary of the Maverick Chamber Orchestra Concert, conducted by Maverick Music Director, Alexander Platt, featuring the Caroga Arts Ensemble with the return of audience favorite pianist Simone Dinnerstein.
In addition to classical music, the Maverick stage will also host performances from the realms of Americana and world music. On July 15, roots royalty Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams will enchant audiences with their duets, followed by an exploration into Indian classical music by the skilled trio of Steve Gorn, Vinay Desai, and Samir Chatterjee on July 22. Brazilian bassist and composer Nilson Matta, renowned for his innovative work in jazz and Latin music, will perform on August 19. The Bill Charlap Piano Trio returns on September 2, bringing their sublime jazz harmony to Maverick. Lastly, local folk hero Happy Traum, along with the multi-talented Cindy Cashdollar and friends, will deliver a performance on September 9.
The performers are not just virtuosos in their respective fields but are also artists who have consistently pushed the boundaries of their genres. The wide array of performers and genres ensures that there is something for every music lover, whether one is seeking the soothing melodies of chamber music, the invigorating beats of Latin jazz, or the enchanting tunes of folk music.
Moreover, the programming itself is a reflection of Maverick’s commitment to fostering a deeper understanding of music. The ‘Latin Voices’ mini-series, for example, offers not just an auditory feast of Latin and Hispanic music but also serves as an education in the rich history and diversity of these musical traditions. Through these performances, carefully curated by Music Director, Alexander Platt, Maverick Concerts offers an opportunity to both appreciate music and understand its cultural context, making each concert a more enriching experience.
Beyond its eclectic and expansive musical offerings, Maverick Concerts is deeply rooted in the rich cultural past of the Woodstock Artists Colony of the early 20th century. The Maverick Concert Hall, built in 1916, stands as a testament to the vision of founder, Hervey White. This unique hall marries art, architecture, and nature, reflecting the harmony between these elements. Its weathered wood and the surrounding verdant forest create an atmosphere that’s rustic, yet brimming with a historic charm that augments the experience of each concert.
A visit to Maverick Concerts is not just a musical excursion but also an opportunity to be part of a historical tradition. Here, music reverberates against the backdrop of the Woodstock woods, melding the auditory with the sensory, the contemporary with the historic, the local with the global. This amalgamation of experiences is what sets Maverick Concerts apart, offering a musical experience that goes beyond the ordinary.
To be part of this extraordinary journey, visit maverickconcerts.org for the full 2023 concert schedule and to purchase tickets. Get ready to immerse yourself in a symphony of history, culture, and music as the Maverick Concert Hall stands poised to envelope you in its unique blend of experiences. New this season–delicious onsite food, wine, beer & cocktails Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Saturday nights will feature craft BBQ by Briskethead and Sunday’s offerings will be big & little bites by Woodstock. Eats. Vegetarian options available.
This summer, venture into the idyllic woodland setting of the Maverick Concerts and allow the music to transport you to realms unexplored.
The Maverick Concert Hall is located at 120 Maverick Road in Woodstock. The full season runs July 1 through September 10, 2023, featuring chamber music on Sunday afternoons; jazz, folk and other concerts on Saturday evenings, and free family programming on Saturday mornings. For more information, to see the full schedule and to purchase tickets, visit maverickconcerts.org.
Celebrating the arts in Saugerties has become a tradition on the Saugerties Artists Studio Tour. The painters, sculptors, collagists, ceramists, print makers, videographers, furniture makers, fabric designers and multimedia artists are eager to embrace the opportunity to once again open their studios for art lovers who want to experience the place where art is made. This year many new-to-the-area artists have joined ranks with this ever-expanding Saugerties artists’ community. All of the artists have been plying their skills to create new work, tinker with new techniques and mediums, and review past endeavors, finding new meaning in earlier explorations.
This year’s tour features 37 studios that are getting ready for visitors, who will see completed work and works in progress in a wide array of mediums and styles. Whatever your interest, the tour has something for you—painters working in oils, acrylics, watercolors and inks, as well as with digital tools; collage makers and printmakers; photographers; and sculptors working in polished steel or industrial debris and found objects, or ceramic artists whose work ranges from figurative to functional with a bit
of funk thrown in for good measure. Any and all materials can be transformed into artfully created pieces, such as handcrafted furniture and home accessories made with high quality hardwoods. As well as weaving, spinning, and hand sewn fashion accessories.
On the tour’s website, short videos introduce visitors to many of the artists in an up-close, personal way, telling their stories in their own words and offering demonstrations of how they do what they do best.
This is the tour’s 21st year of shining a light on local talent. It all kicks off with an opening reception on Friday, July 14, at the Dutch Barn Art & Heritage Gallery, 119 Main Street, Saugerties, from 5 to 7 pm, where you can pick up a map for this free selfguided tour. Gallery hours are July 15 through July 30, Saturdays from 11 am to 5 pm and Sundays from 1 pm to 5 pm.
Open studio days are Saturday and Sunday, August 12-13, from 10 am to 6 pm. Please check the website at saugertiesarttour.org for more information about the Tour and its artists. There is no charge to attend the opening reception and the open studio tour is a free event, registration is not required.
Catskill Mountain Foundation presents
MOUNTAINTOP SUMMER RESIDENCY PERFORMANCE:
SATURDAY, JULY 22, 2023 @ 7:00 PM
ORPHEUM PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 6050 Main Street Tannersville, NY 12485
All Tickets: $15 Tickets available at catskillmtn.org or 518 263 2063
The Mountain Cloves Scenic Byway provides a profound travel experience within the northern high peaks of the Catskill Mountains. For centuries, tourists have been inspired by the Mountain Cloves’ panoramic views of rugged mountains, valleys and rushing streams. This same Catskill landscape influenced the landscape painters of the Hudson River School, the first uniquely American art movement. Winding through the heart of the northern Catskill Mountains, travelers experience mountain scenery, clear waterways, and rolling farmland complemented by historic hamlets. Take a trip along the Byway and experience not just its natural beauty and tranquility, but also the great shopping, dining, lodging, cultural and historic offerings in and around the Town of Hunter—including the villages of Hunter, Tannersville, Lanesville and beyond.
You’ll also come away with a deeper awareness of the history and diversity of not just the Catskill Region, but New York State and the United States.The Byway’s story connects the threads of history in the Catskill Region, bringing together the natural resources of the reservoirs and mountains, the past and present artistic colonies and communities, the historical railroads and the early settlers, and the recreational opportunities for residents and visitors afforded by the widespread publicly protected lands.
See the business listings starting on page 16 for many of the dining, shopping, lodging, and service options along the Byway!
The Village of Hunter frames the base of Hunter Mountain Resort. You’ll find lodging and dining options here, as well as shopping at Rust Diamonds & More in Hunter Village Square. The Catskill Mountain Foundation offers films and performing arts programs in music, dance, and theater.
Commercial center where dozens of local businesses occupy renovated buildings cheerfully painted in pastel colors. You’ll find many shopping and dining options here, along with performing arts at the Catskill Mountain Foundation’s Orpheum Performing Arts Center. The “Paint Project” featured on the Today show has attracted tourists and new businesses, and helped Main Street secure historic district designation.
Tannersville was a recent recipient of a New York State Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) Grant, a comprehensive approach to boosting local economies by transforming communities into vibrant neighborhoods where the next generation of New Yorkers will want to live, work, and raise a family. In its fifth year, the program is investing $200 million across the state, or $20 million in each region. The downtown districts that receive the funding are chosen by each of the State’s 10 Regional Economic Development Councils (REDCs). Tannersville is one of the two winners in the Capital Region, and has been awarded $10M towards improvements that will help transform the downtown area. With technical assistance provided by the State and guidance from a local planning committee and the public, Tannersville will develop a Strategic Investment Plan that identifies specific projects that align with a unique vision for revitalization of the downtown area.
to pop and rock. The Doctorow Center for the Arts is also home to the Mountain Cinema, a three-screen movie house that shows Hollywood, Foreign and Independent films year-round, as well as the Piano Performance Museum, a one-of-a-kind collection of historic pianos and musical artifacts tracing the history of the piano in Europe and America over the past four centuries.
All Souls Church–Devil’s Path Vista
1107 Co Rd 25, Tannersville
All Souls Church is a beautiful 1894 stone chapel, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offers a commanding distant view of the Devil’s Path Range. Its impressive stone, wood, and stained glass interior may be appreciated during concerts and special events.
Catskill Mountain Foundation
Doctorow Center for the Arts
7971 Main Street, Hunter
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
6050 Main Street, Tannersville
catskillmtn.org
The premier presenting arts organization in Greene County, the Catskill Mountain Foundation operates two performing arts spaces on the mountaintop: the Doctorow Center for the Arts in Hunter and the Orpheum Performing Arts Center in Tannersville. More than 75 performances are presented yearly, everything from classical music to dance to family performances
In the Catskills, you’ll often see words or suffixes that you won’t find in many other places, but speak of the Dutch influence in this area. Two such words are “kill” and “clove.”
Derived from the Middle Dutch kille (kil in modern Dutch) meaning “riverbed” or “water channel,” a “kill” is a body of water, most commonly a creek, but also a tidal inlet, river, strait, or arm of the sea. The term is found in areas of Dutch influence in the Netherlands’ former North American colony of New Netherland, primarily the Hudson and Delaware Valleys. “Kill” is also joined with a noun to create a composite name for a place or body of water, as in Catskill or Kaaterskill.
A clove is a pass through large mountains, the place where walking people used to walk and driving people now drive. In Middle Dutch tradition, a kloof is a deep ravine or mountain pass. Kloove is directly translated as a “cut or gash in the body of Mother Earth” in Old Dutch. The Dutch, in their conquest of new worlds settled many regions including the Hudson Valley. The use of the term arrived with the earliest Dutch settlers, and “clove” is an anglicized version of Kloove or Kloof
Mountain Top Historical Society & Kaaterskill Rail Trail
5132 Route 23A, Haines Falls mths.org
MTHS operates a Visitors Center and a Hudson River School
Art Trail Interpretive Center. Its 20-acre campus includes a fully restored 1913 Ulster & Delaware train station, as well as a quiet pond and walking paths, including the Kaaterskill Rail Trail (see page 19).
Mountain Top Library
6093 Main Street, Tannersville mountaintoplibrary.org
Mountain Top Library, originally called the Haines Falls Free Library, was founded in 1900. In 2014, after a 9-year renovation project, the Library moved to the heart of the Village of Tannersville, into circa 1954 Catholic Church Marian Center building, and officially changed the name to Mountain Top Library. Year round, the Library sponsors many events, programs and activities for the community, for people of all ages. Programs offered are educational, entertaining, life enhancing and/or thought provoking, with an emphasis on their relevance to our Mountain Top community’s wants and needs.
Hunter Mountain Resort
64 Klein Avenue, Hunter huntermtn.com
Hunter Mountain, second highest peak in the Catskills, is known for downhill skiing and snowboarding for all ability levels. Including several terrain parks and an all-ages tubing run, the resort is
a popular wedding setting in the summer and autumn months. From July 1 through mid-October, Hunter Mountain also operates a scenic skyride, a state-of-the-art six-passenger chairlift that will take you in comfort to the 3,200-foot summit of Hunter Mountain. From there, you can enjoy amazing views for a sightseeing trip of the high peaks of the northern Catskills.
For the more adventurous, there are clearly marked New York State Department of Environmental Conservation hiking trails leading to the Hunter Mountain Fire Tower, the highest fire tower in New York State at 4,020 feet (for more information, see page 21).
Mountain Top Arboretum
4 Maude Adams Road, Tannersville mtarboretum.org
A living sanctuary of native and introduced trees and shrubs. Created for education, research, and visitors’ pure enjoyment of the spectacular and varied Catskills landscape. Enjoy hiking, birding, plant life, geology, snowshoeing, and more. Events, lectures, and workshops are held year-round.
North/South Lake Campground and Day Use Area
874 N Lake Rd, Haines Falls
dec.ny.gov/outdoor/24487.html
North-South Lake is the biggest and most popular state campground in the Catskill Forest Preserve, offering extraordinary scenic beauty, and historical sites, such as: Alligator Rock, Kaaterskill Falls, and the former site of the Catskill Mountain House. An abrupt change in elevation occurs from about 540 feet above sea level at the base of the escarpment to approximately 2,250 feet at
the site of the former Catskill Mountain House. The trails around the lakes have long provided visitors with exceptional views of the surrounding countryside. It is said that on a clear day, five states can be viewed from the escarpment.
23 Lake Road, Tannersville
tannersvilleny.org/village-info/parks-recreation/
One of Tannersville’s great amenities, Rip Van Winkle Lake offers fun for the entire family. Area attractions include: pickleball court, skate park, basketball court, beach volleyball, playground, pavilion, huckleberry trail, outdoor musical instruments, outdoor workout gear, and frisbee golf.
See the business listings starting on page 16 for many of the dining, shopping, lodging, and service options along the Byway!
Route 23A from Palenville to Haines Falls
With its surrounding mountains and views overlooking the Hudson River, Kaaterskill Clove along Route 23A is the landscape that inspired early 19th century American artists. Here was a quality of nature, rugged, wild, sublime, and distinctly different from anything known in Europe.
Thomas Cole, Frederic Church, Asher B. Durand, and other painters, collectively known as the Hudson River School of Art, created some of America’s greatest landscape paintings, now found
in museums around the world. Similarly inspired were writers Washington Irving, Mark Twain, James Fenimore Cooper, William Cullen Bryant, and others.
Lanesville Valley and Stony Clove
Route 214
Between Hunter and Plateau Mountains’ soaring slopes and along Stony Clove Creek, Stony Clove Notch holds some of the Catskills’ most striking scenery. Popular for hiking, camping, hunting, and ice climbing, this route is where the Mountain Clove Scenic Byway and Catskill Mountain Scenic Byway meet, passing through the hamlets between Edgewood, Lanesville, Chichester and Phoenicia.
Truly picturesque mountainous terrain and a flat, narrow valley against a backdrop of the majestic Devil’s Path Range. Follow County Route 16/Platte Clove Road through Platte Clove Cleared by early settlers, painted by artists, lauded by poets, Platte Clove became a destination for visitors seeking wilderness. With mountainous flanks gouged by glaciers and carved by streams and waterfalls, Platte Clove today is still breathtaking, rugged, and dangerous. County Route 16/Platte Clove Road leads to the top of Platte Clove and beyond. Road is open mid-April through October.
Visit mtnclovesbyway.com to see an interactive map of the Byway, including audio and video tours!
Turn the page to learn more about the Byway!
The Mountain Cloves Scenic Byway (MCSB) originated in 1992 from three scenic corridors within Hunter that were officially designated under the NYS Scenic Roads program – Kaaterskill, Stony and Platte Cloves. Around 1997, the NYS Scenic Roads Program transitioned to the NYS Scenic Byways Program, administered by the NYS Department of Transportation, and was signed into law by the Legislature. In 2006, the Town of Hunter received a grant to create a corridor management plan (CMP) that would create a continuous Scenic Byway ‘loop’ connecting the three scenic Cloves. After a few years developing the CMP, the nomination package was accepted by the state Scenic Byway Advisory Board and signed into law by Governor Cuomo recognizing the 41-mile Mountain Cloves Scenic Byway, the first in the Catskill Park. A not-for-profit organization was created to preserve, manage and enhance the intrinsic resources found along the byway.
The Kaaterskill Trolley, a 6.9 mile loop that’s filled with many recreational opportunities, is revolutionizing transportation along the Mountain Cloves Scenic Byway. The easy-to-access trolley runs through Tannersville to Palenville, stopping at eleven key spots along the way. This is the second season that the Trolley system is running and it is readily available to anyone. The Trolley runs seven days a week from 9am to 5pm with passes varying in price: a single use pass costs $2.00, a day pass is $5.00, and a season pass is $99.00. And with the excitement of the summer season now upon us, there is now a $40.00 season pass being offered to anyone with a driver’s license within Greene County: just stop by The Boathouse at 27 Lake Road in Tannersville to purchase your pass. The Kaaterskill Trolley is not only easy to access, but has many advantages for both the community and tourists.
Part of the Trolley system’s appeal is the accessibility and the stopping points along the way. This season, automobile parking along Route 23A to access hiking trails and swimming holes has been prohibited. Luckily the trolley stops at these spots, making the trolley the only way to access these hidden gems. Ryan Chadwick, who runs the trolley system, states that “I feel like the mountain top has so much to offer with its natural beauty and outdoor activities.” The trolley takes advantage of the mountaintop’s natural resources by stopping at all of the most popular (and most beautiful) spots along the way. The Kaaterskill Trolley is continuously redefining their route, adding new spots based on gorgeous scenic opportunities and popularity for future seasons. By tracking the popularity of certain stops, the trolley is driving more people into Tannersville and allowing local businesses to thrive.
Since 2020, the Catskill’s Center Stewards program saw a 27% increase in visiting tourists. Tourism is a major contributor to the
By Eliza SchwartzCatskill economy, generating around $1.3 billion dollars annually. Chadwick connects the trolley’s role in increasing tourism by explaining how Covid-19 drove people to the outdoors and consequently to use the trolley to access hiking trails and swimming spots. The increasing tourism rates are, of course, advantageous for local businesses, and since the Trolley stops at more popular sites, it places more people in commercial areas, helping support local businesses by bringing in potential customers.
The trolley has many additional benefits that are often overlooked. The trolley and the people running the trolley system account for many new job opportunities and allow hiring from local areas. The Kaaterskill Trolley alleviates a significant amount of congestion and litter in the clove. By having a trolley, there are fewer parking issues and less illegal parking, saving a person up to $400 in towing fees. The trolley and its services are helping to prevent littering by providing waste bins and toilets, helping to keep the area and the environment clean. Finally, during the ride the trolley provides historical information about the landmarks found in the Catskills and information about why people moved and continue to move to the Catskills.
The Kaaterskill Trolley is more than a form of transportation. The people that help to make the trolley run are dedicated and enthusiastic about improving the route and improving the community. The trolley is a vital part of the community and continues to evolve and unite the area. With activities that are educational, environmentally friendly and end at a gorgeous scenic view, the Kaaterskill Trolley is truly a unique experience that everyone should try. Whether you have some spare time or want a fun day with your family, or even just need to ride it home, the trolley is universal and will always be waiting for your next adventure. For more information about the trolley, visit kaaterskilltrolley.com.
The Mountain Cloves Scenic Byway might be one of most scenic drives in New York State, but there is so much more to explore and see on the trails that traverse the Catskill Mountains surrounding the Byway. There are dozens of hikes possible from the trailheads along the Byway, but here are some of the very best for all types of hikers and explorers!
As you head out on your adventures, don’t forget the Seven Principles of Leave No Trace. These principles can help everyone ensure that the places they visit stay clean, pristine, and remain enjoyable for all to visit.
• Plan Ahead and Prepare
• Travel on Durable Surfaces (like a trail)
• Dispose of Waste Properly
• Leave What You Find
• Minimize Campfire Impacts
• Respect Wildlife
• Be Considerate of Others
As part of planning and preparing, there are some basics for everyone to ensure that they have the best outdoor adventure possible. You should always wear good hiking footwear and clothing appropriate for the weather and carry a backpack that has plenty of food and water in it (always pack extra), a map (we recommend the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference’s Catskill Trails map set), a basic first aid kit, a headlamp, and a multi-tool. We also suggest suntan lotion and bug spray depending on the conditions and time of year.
Hunter Branch Rail Trail: The Hunter Branch Rail Trail (HBRT) is a recently completed segment of the Hunter Regional Trail (HRT), a network of rail-trails that run along a former railroad corridor. From Stony Clove Road off Route 214, this easy 1.5 mile in and out trailruns northwest for about a mile along a segment of the Hunter Branch of the Stony Clove and Catskill Mountain Railroad, which was discontinued in 1939. The trail continues on Ski Bowl Road (Country Road 83) for about half-amile to Dolan’s Lake in the Village of Hunter.
Kaaterskill Falls via the Kaaterskill Rail Trail: The 3.5 miles out and back on the Kaaterskill Rail Trail to Kaaterskill Falls offers visitors an easy, almost flat walk from the campus of the Mountain Top Historical Society to the viewing platform at the top of Kaaterskill Falls. On weekends, the Mountain Top Historical Society’s visitor center is open to learn more about the history of the area, including the restored Haines Falls Train Station for the former Ulster and Delaware Railroad, which the rail trail follows. More information available at catskillsvisitorcenter.org/trail/ kaaterskill-rail-trail.
Huckleberry Rail Trail: The Huckleberry Rail Trail runs for 2.7 miles between Clum Hill Road in the east and Bloomer Road in the west. The trail also follows the former Ulster and Delaware Railroad and offers an almost level walk for visitors of all abilities. The trail passes by Lake Rip Van Winkle and follows Gooseberry Creek.
Plattekill Falls and the Platte Clove Nature Trail: Located at the top of the rugged and scenic Platte Clove, Plattekill Falls and the Platte Clove Nature Trail offers a little over a mile and a half Catskill Center’s Platte Clove Preserve, with parking available at the trailhead parking lot located on Steenberg Road, about 100 yards east of the Preserve. From the trailhead by the kiosk, there are two options, the one-mile-long Nature Trail, and the 0.6-milelong Waterfall Trail. The Nature Trail descends to the right, crossing Plattekill Creek on a replica kingpost bridge and then heads straight while the Overlook Trail turns sharp right. From there it loops through the forest at the head of Platte Clove. The Waterfall Trail turns to the left at the trailhead and descends quickly over a third of a mile to the base of Plattekill Falls. More information available at catskillcenter.org/platte-clove-preserve.
Dibble’s Quarry: Dibble’s Quarry is located on the Pecoy Notch Trail, which begins from the trailhead on Roaring Kill Road. The 1.5 mile long, in and out hike is along uneven terrain that can be muddy during wet times of the year. Hikers are rewarded with a scenic view of the surrounding mountains and rock thrones that have been made from the quarry rocks.
Escarpment Trail to Inspiration Point from Scutt Road: The Escarpment Trail is one of the most scenic trails of the Catskills and this smaller section of the larger, 24-mile long trail, offers a taste of the amazing views and adventures you’ll find all along this trail. From the trailhead on Scutt Road, you’ll hike 1.2 miles to Layman’s Monument to your first view of Kaaterskill Clove. From there you’ll reach the stunning Sunset Rock at 1.6 miles and at 1.8 miles you’ll come to Inspiration Point, which doesn’t
exaggerate in its naming. From there you can head back the way you came or hike another 0.8 miles along the Escarpment Trail to the intersection with the Sleepy Hollow Horse Trail and follow that back 1 mile to the Escarpment Trail and follow the Escarpment Trail back to the trailhead for a total of 4.7 miles. Note that a map is key in this area as there are many trails and many trail intersections and without a map, it can be very easy to get turned around and disoriented.
Huckleberry Point: This moderate, 4.8 mile hike takes you to the aptly named Huckleberry Point high above Platte Clove and offers an expansive and panoramic view of the edge of the Catskill Mountains and the Hudson Valley beyond. The trail begins at the trailhead and parking area on Steenberg Road. Follow the Long Path for 1 mile to the intersection with the Huckleberry Point Trail and turn left on the Huckleberry Point Trail. The 1.4 miles to Huckleberry Point climb and descend moderately and there are a few muddy areas during wet condi-
tions along the way. The trail ends at Huckleberry Point. Return the way that you came.
Orchard Point: Located high on Plateau Mountain, Orchard Point offers a stunning view southward down the Stony Clove Creek valley and the surround mountain peaks. The trail ascends very steeply 1.3 miles from the trailhead and parking area located on Route 214 in Stony Clove Notch (day use fee required in the summer). Hikers making the difficult climb up are rewarded with panoramic views from the large, open rock ledge that makes up Orchard Point. Return to your vehicle the same way you ascended for a 2.6-mile roundtrip hike.
Hunter Mountain: At 4,020 feet in elevation, Hunter Mountain is the second highest peak in the Catskills. There are several different ways to climb Hunter, but the most direct is via the Becker Hollow Trail that begins at the Becker Hollow trailhead and parking area on Route 214. The trail ascends gently at first, but then quickly becomes very steep as it approaches the summit of Hunter Mountain. At the summit of Hunter Mountain, you can climb the Fire Tower and enjoy its 360-degree views. In the summer months, volunteers from the Catskill Center’s Catskill Fire Tower Project staff the tower and the cabin on the ground –meeting and greeting visitors, answering questions, and offering information. Return the way that you came for a total of 5 miles.
Note that Hunter Mountain is a location where a map is key, as there are many trails and many trail intersections and without a map, it can be very easy to get turned around and disoriented.
Indian Head Mountain: One of the best loop hikes in the entire Catskills, this difficult 6-mile loop hike offers multiple vistas as you climb and then descend one of the high peaks of the Catskills. The trail begins at the trailhead and parking area on Prediger Road. From there follow the Devil’s Path to the east, across the base of Indian Head Mountain. The trail then climbs steeply up Indian Head Mountain to the first of several vistas. Along the way the trail passes more vistas and climbs through narrow rock chutes to reach the summit. You then descend steeply to Jimmy Dolan Notch and continue down the Jimmy Dolan Notch Trail back to the trailhead where you started.
Jeff Senterman is the Executive Director of the Catskill Center for Conservation and Development in Arkville, NY and a member of the Board of Directors for the Catskill Watershed Corporation and the Central Catskills Chamber of Commerce. Moe Lemire is the owner and lead guide of Hike On Guides and is the Leave No Trace Foundation’s New York State Volunteer Advocate. Together Moe and Jeff are the Hiker Trash Husbands and they work together to provide positive LGBTQ+ representation in the hiking world. They love showcasing their own hiking adventures, along with other queer outdoors folks. You can learn more at hikertrashhusbands.com.
Tannersville Antique & Artisan Center
6045 Main Street
Hunter, NY 12442
tannersvilleantiques.com
518 589 5600
With 20 plus selected antique dealers exhibiting in a 19th century building, stop by to check out our amazing collection of quality and collectible antiques! Beautifully displayed booths filled with one-of-a-kind pieces! We have everything from artwork, collectibles, records, postcards, tools, signs, books, and so much more! Wide selection of beautiful antique, modern and, vintage furniture, a large selection of high-quality vintage clothing and jewelry! Open year-round Sunday-Friday 11 am to 5 pm and Saturday 11 am to 7 pm.
Catskill Mountain Foundation’s Piano Performance 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.
Shandaken Bake
6036 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
On Instagram: shandakenbake
518 589 4171
Home of the Chubby Squirrel! Serving seductively delicious pastries, pies, tarts, cakes and tea snacks. Open Saturdays & Sundays 9 am to 2 pm and rustic afternoon tea on Thursdays 2 pm to 6 pm. For more information, give us a jingle or visit us on Instagram!
Bank of Greene County
6176 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
Additional locations throughout Greene County
tbogc.com
518 943 2600
As your community bank, we are here for you. We have deep roots in the community and are committed to maintaining business operations, supporting our communities, and helping with your financial security. Our dedicated team is here to help provide the banking services you rely on, as well as work with you on a personal basis to help with any financial needs.
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.
Phoenix Web Collective
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, where you can get gently used and vintage clothing, home goods, food, toys, books, music, movies, jewelry, electronics, and more for free or pay-what-you-can. We also host small events and workshops. All are welcome!
I emigrated from Taiwan to New York City when I was 6 years old and never left. I even attended Barnard College in New York City. The city was all I ever knew and never thought I would leave. In 2018, my husband and I purchased a weekend house in Lanesville. It was my first foray out of the city for any significant amount of time. As each weekend came and left, I found it harder and harder to leave and go back to the city. The nature, pace of life seemed idyllic. It was the weekend after all.
Like many residents from New York City during the Covid shutdown, we moved upstate. Along with my two college aged children and husband, we hunkered down in our home in Lanesville in March and embarked on a new unknown journey. While it was strange not having any of the conveniences we were used to in Brooklyn, it was also strangely liberating. We had a dinner party basically every night and 90% of them were homemade. Our neighbors up the hill became part of our Covid pod so it really was a big party every night. Restaurants were basically shut down and only a few were doing takeout. I felt that I because of this, I was able to really live in the moment with my family and not be distracted by all the “city noise.” Hiking Diamond Notch, Kaaterskill Falls and Huckleberry Trail was my real introduction to living the Catskills life. Gardening also became a passion on the 19 acres that came with the house. The weather never stays hot for too long, it always cools off at night. The fall is beautiful with the changing of the leaves and it is indeed a winter wonderland when it snows. Because nature is all around us, it forces you to stop and take it all in. This past winter I was introduced to the arts via the Catskill Mountain Foundation, at The Orpheum Performing Arts Center in Tannersville and the Doctorow Center for the Arts in Hunter. The productions are wonderful … I probably attended more shows this past season than I had in NYC in five years and enjoyed them just as much as anything on Broadway
When the Covid shutdown was lifted, my husband and I decided that we needed to figure out a way to stay permanently. We opened Tabla Catskills, I joined Sundry Tannersville as a partner and we started renting our house in Lanesville and found a place in Tannersville overlooking Rip Van Winkle Lake as our permanent residence. Never once have I regretted my decision to relocate to the Catskills. Every day I look around and see all the beauty in life and nature and am so grateful to the community that has accepted me with open arms.
6041 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
tannersvilleworks.com
518 589 4017
Escape to The Catskills for productive and inspiring work days! Our coworking space is perfect for remote workers, visitors, and entrepreneurs looking for a professional place to work while enjoying the natural beauty of the mountains. Conveniently located in the center of Tannersville with easy access to local parks, shops, and restaurants. Every coworker gets a dedicated desk, comfortable seating, high-speed internet, and access to printers and private calling rooms. Daily, weekly, and monthly rates available.
6120 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
fromermarketgardens.com
518 589 5050
FMG is a small, certified organic farm that produces fresh produce yearround for our local mountaintop community. We have less than one acre in production in which we grow shiitake mushrooms, fruits, and over 50 varieties of vegetables! We also have laying hens and honey bees on the property that produce eggs and honey for sale in our farm stand. We sell directly to our customers via our farm stand as well as wholesale to local restaurants on the mountaintop. We extend our partnership to other local farmers and businesses to strengthen our food system and
be able to provide affordable access to fresh food for our community. Stop by and visit us on Wednesdays (2-6pm) & Saturdays (9am-2pm) July-October and every Saturday (9am-2pm) November-June! You can follow us on Instagram @fromermg & Facebook @fromermarketgardens for more information and weekly updates.
6245 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
colonialccny.com
518 589 1088
Colonial Country Club invites you to experience golf in a way that only the Great Northern Catskills can offer. The 9-hole, par 35 course was constructed “on the natural lay of the land” in the early 1920’s and has many characteristics of an old style Traditional lay out. We’re located in Tannersville where it’s always cooler, just 5 minutes from Hunter, 15 minutes from Phoenicia and Windham, 25 minutes from Saugerties, Woodstock and Catskill. Come let us be your host and enjoy the beauty, peace and serenity of the Catskills.
It’s easy to love living on The Mountain Top and in Tannersville. Being able to wake up and start your day on a ski mountain, on a hike or just enjoying your coffee with the picturesque views that surround us is an unbelievable opportunity that we are lucky to have. To have the State dedicated and committed to ensuring that its natural beauty will be protected gives us all the comfort and security that everyone should be allowed to have. But that is only a part of it. What makes living on The Mountain Top and in Tannersville so special is the community that surrounds it. Being able to find like minded people who have allowed us into their community, supported us as both people and as a business has been extraordinary and has left such a mark on us. We could not be more energized by our community nor believe in Tannersville more than we do.
Doctorow Center for the Arts
7971 Main St., Hunter, NY 12442
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
6050 Main St.
Tannersville, NY 12485
8, and a Tribute to Jacques d’Amboise, featuring dancers from the New York City Ballet on July 9. The Maude Adams Theater Hub, a program of the Catskill Mountain Foundation, will present The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at the Orpheum July 13-15. And in July we will partner with two wonderful local theater companies: Catskill Mountain Shakespeare will present As You Like It outdoors and under the tent behind the Red Barn in Hunter from July 15 to July 30, and Horton By the Stream will present Dividing the Estate at the Doctorow July 15 & 16 and July 22 & 23.
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. Performances in July includes OMNY Taiko in a FREE performance at the Orpheum on July 2, the National Dance Institute Mountaintop Residency Performance on July 22, Wael Farouk piano recital on July 27, and the American String Quartet on July 29. We’re also celebrating our 25th Anniversary with a full weekend of events July 7-9, including jazz with the Bernie Williams Collective on July 7, the Grammy Award-winning Cécile McLorin Salvant on July
8294 Main Street
Hunter, NY 12442
americanamountainlodge.com 518 628 5068
The Americana Mountain Lodge is a beautifully remodeled 11 room lodge conveniently located on Main Street in the Village of Hunter, NY close to everything and less than ½ mile from the entrance of Hunter Mountain Ski area. Come enjoy the direct views of the beautiful north face terrain every room has to offer or take them in sitting around our Adirondack style outdoor fire pit. We offer a variety of ame-
nities to make your stay with us as comfortable as possible. Free Wi-Fi in every room as well as a flat screen TV, mini-fridge and a coffee maker. Free on-site parking. Groups are welcome.
Creekside Suites
6022 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
Find Us on hotels.com or expedia.com
CreeksideSuites@outlook.com
518 589 4027
Conveniently located in downtown Tannersville, where you are a short distance to multiple restaurants, shops, hiking trails, and Hunter Mountain. Make yourself at home in one of the two individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators, ovens and coffee/ tea makers; 55-inch Smart TVs with digital programming; and rainfall showerheads. Free WiFi and self parking. Each stay comes with a 20% discount to Pantry on Main, where you can grab breakfast, coffee, dinner items, snacks, beer and wine.
Catskill Mountain Foundation’s Mountain Cinema
7971 Main Street
Hunter, NY 12442
catskillmtn.org
518 263 4702
Hollywood, foreign & independent films just a mile west of Hunter Mountain and a short drive from Windham. Shows run Friday through Sunday. Also available for rental.
Catskill Mountain Foundation
7971 Main Street
Hunter, NY 12442
catskillmtn.org
518 263 2000
Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2023, the Catskill Mountain Foundation is the premier presenting arts organization on the mountaintop. It operates two performing arts spaces: the Doctorow Center for the Arts in Hunter and the Orpheum Performing Arts Center in Tannersville. More than 75 performances are presented yearly, everything from classical music to dance to family performances. to pop and rock. The Doctorow Center for the Arts is also home to the Mountain Cinema, a three-screen movie house that shows Hollywood, Foreign and Independent films year-round, as well as the Piano Performance Museum,
As a former New Yorker I’ve lived in the Catskills for over a decade; these are some first-hand experiences that have made my life here so invigorating.
On warm summer nights you can just grab a blanket and stare out into the sky. First, turn off all of the lights to make it pitch black. Keep your gaze as wide as possible, as you acclimate to the encompassing darkness, you’ll see planets, satellites and even shooting stars. If the moon is out, grab a pair of binoculars and really examine it. If you’re lucky you might hear a coyote off in the distance.
If you’re not so lucky you might hear one about five feet directly behind you. If that’s the case run screaming towards your house in the all-encompassing blackness. Leave your binoculars and wine glass on the ground and go, because as all country folk know, coyotes travel in packs.
Every spring, hundreds of peeper frogs congregate at our pond during mating season. Peepers sound a lot like crickets on steroids. At a rave. Blowing police whistles. They lay tens of thousands of eggs which hatch into tens of thousands of pollywogs, which then become tens of thousands of frogs. In the country the appearance of that many frogs is a miracle of nature. In the city it is considered The End of Days.
Hummingbirds are one of nature’s delights. If one happens to fly into your home, get a long-handled pool net. Chase the hummingbird until you are both exhausted, and trap it in your net. Little known fact: hummingbirds emit a heartbreaking scream when cornered. Release the little fellow outdoors and when it flies directly back into your home, realize that hummingbirds, while delightful, are not so smart. However, their screams become less troublesome the second time around.
If you find yourself walking down a dark road at night and hear some rustling in the brush, do not turn on your iPhone flashlight to discover what it is. All you will see are the glowing eyes of the creatures reflected back at you like that scene from Pee Wee’s Big Adventure.
The debate about when to drive home? Some say leave early on Sunday to avoid the rush, others say leave late. Some think the best strategy is early Monday morning. Nope. The best time to head back to the city? Never.
a one-of-a-kind collection of historic pianos and musical artifacts tracing the history of the piano in Europe and America over the past four centuries.
5994 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
hunterfoundation.org
518 589 5050
The Hunter Foundation is a not for profit 501C3 organization located in the Village of Tannersville, within the Town of Hunter, NY. We have played a key role in rehabilitating over 100 homes and 35 businesses, not just in Tannersville and Hunter but in surrounding, Ashland, Jewett, Lexington, Prattsville and Windham. The Hunter Foundation is responsible for over 20 million dollars invested into the community to promote economic development and tourism in our region. Jobs have been provided, local contractors used and we have helped to create thriving businesses.
There are so many reasons why living on the Mountaintop is great, but first and foremost is because of the community that we have. Our family moved here in 2013 and have created lifelong friendships, most of which feel like family. Our three children have been in the HTC school system since pre-K and Kindergarten, and the individual learning opportunities they receive are fantastic. They are also afforded so many out of school opportunities, which wonderful organizations such as Catskill Mountain Foundation provide for everyone living on the mountain and beyond.
We love looking down Main Street and seeing all the stores and restaurants that cannot be found elsewhere because they are unique to the Village of Tannersville. The friendly faces and fact that ‘everybody knows your name’ when you walk into any of these establishments, makes us feel like the tv show Cheers. The business owners support the local community as well as each other, time and time again. Whether it be running out of bacon, to being short staffed - we know that we can count on one of our neighbors to help us out of a jam and they know that they can count on us. The business community looks out for one another and celebrates each other’s successes. We just opened Pantry on Main in December and have been blown away by everyone’s support, and really appreciate each person who has walked through the door to help us in our endeavors.
Admittedly, the daily grind can sometimes make us forget to look around and be thankful of the gorgeous surroundings that others drive hours to visit. Driving the kids to school with the mountains as our backdrop, having a ski mountain at our fingertips, taking the dogs for a walk on untouched trailheads, camping at North/South Lake, chilling at Colgate Lake, enjoying Kaaterskill Falls whenever we feel like—all amazing stuff. We get to live in a place where other people come to vacation; and that is remarkable and makes all of us feel extremely fortunate!
Living on the mountaintop is a choice that more and more people are making each year. It’s where we want to be!
We choose to live a happier, more relaxed, healthier and fulfilling lifestyle in a place where the sun shines brightly, the air quality is always pristine, and the energy is less frenetic than in other places.
For others, the choice is to return to their hometown and be part of the exciting resurgence of our area that others are clamoring to visit. Many who come here eventually invest in a second home and then decide to live on the mountaintop full time.
Our mountaintop offers a dynamic, healthy lifestyle filled with wellness and the great outdoors. Living here yearround in a vacation paradise is very satisfying, and we are also near great metropolitan areas, when and if ever desired.
Daily, we witness the breathtaking natural beauty of our area, with dense forests, rolling hills, and cascading waterfalls that provide stunning views throughout the year. The area offers a peaceful and tranquil lifestyle, away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Living on the mountaintop provides a sense of community and belonging. Our neighbors are friendly and welcoming, and there is a strong sense of pride in our local culture and traditions.
As residents of the mountaintop, we have a wealth of opportunities for outdoor recreation, with hiking, fishing, hunting, and skiing among the many popular activities, and we don’t have to travel far to participate and enjoy them.
Finally, and most importantly, traffic jams are nearly nonexistent except for celebrations. It usually means there is a detour for a local holiday parade or a festival.
Living on the mountaintop, truly, that’s life!
wellnessrxllc.com
518 589 9500
53 Main Street Phoenicia, NY 12464
pharmacyforthepublicgood.com
5980 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
Pharmacy for the Public Good is excited to announce its first nonprofit community pharmacy in Phoenicia. Stop in and meet the team and browse our wide selection of traditional and natural medicine! Follow our journey at pharmacyforthepublicgood.org. Also visit our pharmacy Wellness Rx in Tannersville, and online at wellnessrxllc.com.
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.
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.
First and foremost, the Catskills’ breathtaking landscapes are a major draw. With its rolling mountains, pristine forests, and cascading waterfalls, the area offers abundant opportunities for outdoor adventures. I can explore the numerous hiking trails, go fishing in the region’s rivers and lakes, or simply relax in the tranquility of nature. From its stunning natural beauty to its rich cultural heritage, the Catskills provides a unique and fulfilling lifestyle. That was the original reason we purchased our weekend home in 2018 which became our permanent home like many others during the Covid lockdown.
In addition to its natural wonders, the Catskills boasts a vibrant arts and cultural scene. The area has a rich history of inspiring artists, writers, and musicians, with notable figures like Washington Irving finding inspiration here.
The close-knit communities of the Catskills are another reason to love living in the area. The small towns and villages foster a strong sense of community and neighborliness. When we first decided to relocate permanently, we were welcomed by the community and easily made fast friends. The sense of inclusiveness and wanting to make a difference in my community was the reason I decided to run for Mayor of Tannersville. When I won in March of this year, it really cemented my decision to live here and be a real part of this community. People still know each other by name and are always ready to lend a helping hand. This sense of belonging and connection is particularly appealing to those seeking a tight-knit community atmosphere.
Moreover, the Catskills offer a wide range of culinary delights. This was my inspiration to open Tabla Catskills, my restaurant on Main Street in Tannersville. The abundance of markets right in town like Fromer Market Gardens and local producers like Highland Hollow Farm provide residents access to fresh and locally sourced food. The area is also known for its craft breweries, wineries, and cideries, providing plenty of opportunities to sample delicious beverages made with regional ingredients.
In addition, the Catskills’ proximity to major cities is a significant advantage. We are only 40 minutes from Kingston or Albany and located just a few hours’ drive from New York City, residents can easily access the cultural and economic opportunities of the metropolis while enjoying the peacefulness of their mountain retreat.
I feel that I’ve found the perfect new life in the Catskills. It captivates residents and visitors with its stunning natural beauty, thriving arts scene, close-knit communities, culinary delights, and easy access to urban amenities. Whether you seek outdoor adventures, artistic inspiration, a strong sense of community, or a balanced lifestyle, the Catskills has something to offer, making it a place that many people would love to call home.
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.
7527 Main Street
Hunter, NY 12442
518 263 5477
Unique is a full service Realty Company, selling houses, condos, vacant land, vacation homes, and commercial and investment properties. They also rent seasonal homes & condos & work to find you that perfect home for you and your family. Owner and Realtor Fran Clarke has been in the area for over 20 years. She is extremely knowledgeable, a person of high integrity and a great negotiator for the buyer or the seller.
On Lake Rip Van Winkle
27 Lake Road
Tannersville, NY 12485
tannersboathouse.com
518 589 1186
Fresh Seafood, Burgers & More, including Lobster Rolls, Smash Burgers, Crispy Calamari, New England Clam Chowder—we use fresh seafood and seasonal ingredients, therefore our menu may change slightly due to current vendor offerings. The Boathouse is also the perfect place for a drink, featuring rotating local craft beers, wines and a full spirit selection. We also offer canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, inner tube and bike rentals.
7267 Route 23A
Hunter, NY 12442
HMBCatskills.com
518 263 3300
Over 15 home brewed beers on tap including seasonal ales, IPA’s, porters, stouts, lagers and more. Available for in house and take out in our 64 oz growlers or canned four packs. Weekly specials include taco Tuesdays, sushi Thursdays, and prime rib Fridays. Stop in for the best views and brews on the mountain top. Hours of operation: Tuesday through Thursday 3 to 9 pm, Friday-Sunday 12 to 8:30 pm. Closed on Mondays.
Fireflies. Chipmunks. Chubby squirrels. Bard owls. Hawks. Lilacs and peeper frogs. A ripe tomato, robust cave cheese, freshly baked bread and rhubarb pie. Great neighbors. A sense of wonder awakened. Starry skies. Cold plunges in rushing creeks. Magnificent hikes. Waterfalls. Lakes. Escarpment views. Craggy cloves. Winter snow, autumn color, spring forget-menots, the blue lupine blossoming in summer meadows. The rustle of trembling aspen above you. Cool nights. Wood fires. Farm stands and cider donuts. Abundant food to savor. Gardens to grow. Community theatre, music, poetry, arts. That we live in a vacationland surrounded by beauty and kindness. Living here, in the mountains, is a constant act of gratitude. Take a walk in the quiet woods, the birds song, the gentle dance of the trees. Relish in the stillness.
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. Indoor & outdoor dining.
6009 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
lastchanceonline.com
518 589 6424
Last Chance has been serving up delicious food in the Catskills since 1971. Pop in for an après ski fondue or a post hike burger. We are proud to offer gluten free and vegan options, plus a kids menu. We have a full bar, serving over 300 beers, 100 whiskeys, extensive wine list. Don’t leave town without checking out our carefully curated selection of vintage candy, chocolates, honey, syrup, and cheeses in our gourmet shop. We also offer catering: whether your function requires a private dining room for 50, a cocktail reception for 100, or off-site catering we can host your next event.
6067 Main Street (at the traffic light)
Tannersville, NY 12485
Mamasboyburgers.com
518 589 6667
Established in 2015, Mama’s Boy Burgers was voted the “Best Burger Shack” in the Hudson Valley by Hudson Valley Magazine. We are all about fresh and local ingredients. Our burgers are made from local, black Angus beef from a farm 6 miles away. Our seasonal produce comes from Story Farms, our ice cream is made in the Hudson Valley. We also offer vegetarian and vegan options. Eat In, Take Out or Order Online.
55 Allen Lane (inside the clubhouse at Colonial Country Club)
Tannersville, NY 12414
notchcatskills.com
The Notch offers a unique and flavorful dining experience by bringing modern Asian flavors, with classic street food dishes and elevated interpretations, to the mountaintop. We have curated a menu of tantalizing asian cuisine, complemented by an eclectic drink selection, making us the perfect spot for your afternoon in the Catskills.
Ryan Chadwick, Owner, Kaaterskill Trolley, The Boathouse & Fred’s Coffee & Donuts
Nestled in the captivating Catskills, Tannersville, NY, has become our cherished home. Seeking a more relaxed lifestyle away from NYC, we found solace in this serene mountain town. The tranquil beauty of the mountains and peaceful ambiance create an atmosphere we’ve grown to love.
As an entrepreneur, Tannersville has proven to be an ideal place for business. The local economy is thriving, and many unique businesses are flourishing. The town’s charm and the growing influx of tourists offer promising opportunities for growth and success.
Living here means embracing outdoor adventures. With scenic hikes and hidden waterfalls in the Catskills, there is endless exploration to be had. Nature’s wonders inspire us to appreciate the beauty that surrounds us.
What truly sets the mountaintop apart is the close-knit and welcoming community. We have formed deep connections and lifelong friendships here. The locals embody genuine warmth and hospitality, making us feel right at home.
Pancho Villa’s Mexican Restaurant
6037 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
panchovillamex.com
518 589 5134
The Best Mexican Food this side of the Border! 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.
6022 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
pantryonmain.com
518 589 4027
Pantry on Main is a family-owned and operated specialty food business, a one-stop-shop for all your culinary needs. Whether it be your forever or vacation home, we have what you need to create a delicious meal. Open for breakfast and lunch with a menu that changes daily, The Pantry also offers a rotating menu of prepared foods to go as well as catering for all of your needs, whether it be a 250 person wedding or intimate dinner party we have got you covered!
Tabla
6033 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
tablacatskills.com
518 589 4008
Upscale Mediterranean-style taverna serving small plates and drinks, highlighting local produce when available. On the menu are tapas-style dishes such as crispy octopus, harissa-marinated carrots, and garlic shrimp. Main dishes include a spice-rubbed rotisserie chicken, a grilled whole branzino, and steaks. There’s pizza on the menu as well: everything from a classic margherita to a kale pesto. Pair your meal with a cocktail from the extensive drink menu, which includes classic cocktails such as martinis and negronis, signature cocktails, and low and no ABV offerings. We are a restaurant invested in our local community, and to that end we have implemented a Living Wage fee.
Village Market & Deli
6234 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
518 589 6111
Family owned and operated for over four decades. Fresh breads, heroes & hard rolls baked in house daily. Quality ingredients for our fresh salads made in house. Full menu of sliced to order hot and cold sandwiches and heroes. Open Monday through Friday 6 am-2 pm, Saturday 7 am-3 pm.
Camp Catskill
6006 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
campcatskill.co
518 303 6050
Your destination for 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.
Catskills Candle Studio
5977 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
catskillscandlestudio.com
518 203 3181
Catskills Candle Studio is proudly located in New York’s beautiful Great Northern Catskill Mountains. We are inspired by the natural beauty and fresh air of the Catskills that surrounds us, along with a simple and clean design aesthetic to create unexpected modern and fresh scents that will stimulate your palate. We proudly opened our new studio on Main Street in Tannersville in September 2022 and are offering candle pouring classes that are open to the public and private events.
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 home decor items and gifts from around the Region and around the world. Open Friday through Sunday and holiday Mondays from 11 am to 6 pm.
Rust Diamonds & More
Hunter Village Square
7950 Main Street
Hunter, NY 12442
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518 965 4273 or 518 821 2982
Rust Diamonds & More, located in the Village of Hunter can best be described as an upscale resale shop selling antiques, vintage & modern items. The focus is to repurpose & reuse items, and our offerings include furniture, lighting, mirrors, art work, vinyl records (60s-80s rock), clothing, jewelry, outdoor sporting items, rugs, and so much more. Buying most of our items at auctions weekly helps us keep prices low. Our success is the combined result of loyal customers who regularly return to see “what’s new” and new customers who walk through the doors each and every week. The shop is often described as “fun” and you really never know what unique items you will see there. Check us out on Facebook where we post photos weekly. You can also browse back and view some of the treasures that have come and gone. While in Hunter, stop across the street at PHOENIX WEB, a Free Shop run by volunteers.
Rustic Mountain
5999 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
rusticmountain.net
518 589 1202
Rustic Mountain offers gifts, home décor, furniture and antiques. Celebrate nature with one of a kind furniture pieces made from Hickory, hard or reclaimed woods. You can provide character to your home with the addition of carefully selected antiques we offer. Rustic Mountain also offers American made outdoor poly furniture. The Catskills are beautiful and you will want something to remember us. We offer t shirts, sweatshirts, backpacks, hats, mugs and so much more!
kaaterskilltrolley.com
The best way to access hikes, swimming holes and more along the Byway, this open-air trolley runs through Tannersville to Palenville along a 6.9-mile loop, stopping at eleven key spots along the way. The Trolley runs seven days a week from 9 am to 5 pm with a variety of passes for visitors and locals alike.
Elevated Wine & Spirits
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.
Meet Timothy and Stephen, local entrepreneurs and owners of Tannersville Works — a coworking space that is ideal for remote workers and visitors looking for a professional place to work while enjoying the natural beauty of The Catskills.
Life in the Catskills is an amazing experience. With its friendly people, fun social activities, local theater, and thoughtfully curated shops and restaurants, we feel fortunate to call this magical place home. It’s the perfect escape from the fast-paced lives we were living in the city.
The Catskills offer a plethora of activities for anyone looking to explore the great outdoors. You can hike the many trails through the woodlands and wildflower-filled meadows, snowboard and ski on nearby resorts, kayak on local lakes, or go fishing in the region’s many ponds and streams. Campers and bird watchers are also welcome, with the region boasting an impressive variety of camping options and wildlife preserves.
Tannersville is a welcoming and inclusive destination for all people, including a vibrant LGBTQ+ community. It’s friendly atmosphere makes it the perfect place to connect with others, celebrate local culture, and relax and recharge.
We invite you to Visit Tannersville and discover The Catskills. We look forward to hosting you here at Tannersville Works and making your experience as memorable as possible.
The Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) is a comprehensive approach to boosting local economies by transforming communities into vibrant neighborhoods where the next generation of New Yorkers will want to live, work, and raise a family. In its fifth year, the program is investing $200 million across the state, or $20 million in each region. The downtown districts that receive the funding are chosen by each of the State’s 10 Regional Economic Development Councils (REDCs).
Tannersville is one of the two winners in the Capital Region, and has been awarded $10M towards improvements that will help transform the downtown area. With technical assistance provided by the State and guidance from a local planning committee and the public, Tannersville will develop a Strategic Investment Plan that identifies specific projects that align with a unique vision for revitalization of the downtown area.
Visit tannersvilleny.org for more information.
groups through all aspects, including writing, movement, costuming, puppetry, sets, and of course, acting. The workshop will be held August 7 through August 11.
For more information on all MATHarts programming, you can either visit maudeadamstheaterhub.org, or reach Paris directly at mathartsinfo@gmail.com.
Barely into its second year of programming, the Maude Adams Theater Hub (generously sponsored by the Catskill Mountain Foundation) brings a full slate of opportunities on and off the stage to the Mountain Top this summer.
Kicking off in June, MATH will offer weekly dance classes and theater workshops at the Studio on Main, above the Tannersville Antique and Arts Center. On Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, from 3:00 until 6:00, Hedda Flynn will be coordinating a range of dance classes, from First Steps, to beginner, and intermediate/advanced levels.
Starting in July, there will be two-hour master class workshops on Wednesdays and Saturdays, offering an assortment of theater skills development: improv, sketch writing, Shakespeare, audition technique, stage combat, and much more! Students will also be able to arrange private classes with a variety of professional actors and vocal coaches, all at affordable rates.
In order to facilitate this educational programming, the Hub has created “MATHarts,” and brought in Paris InterdonatoCarreras as coordinator. A graduate of Windham Ashland Jewett High School, Paris is a rising junior at SUNY Oswego, dual majoring in Voice and Business Administration, with the pursuit of singing opera her core goal. Paris brings to MATHarts a focus on the education of the “whole performer” and will help guide participants with the classes best suited for their levels and ambitions.
To round out the MATHarts summer programming, Paris will be overseeing a week-long workshop for kids ages 9-13 that aims to incorporate all the parts of putting together a play. Through the format of Aesop’s Fables, students will work in small groups to write, design, produce, and act their own versions of different fables. Arts educators will be on hand to guide the
After the overwhelming support by audiences of MATH’s inaugural musical, Into the Woods, in 2022, they are doubling the fun this summer with two full-stage productions.
From July 13 through July 15 MATH takes the stage at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center with the hilarious The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, a show that’s as wise as it is funny. Six students compete for the crown as the adults around them do their best to push them to greater glory. Though cartoonish in nature, Spelling Bee also has some mature content, and parental discretion is advised (PG-13). Shannon Sambrook, returning director, said of her vision, “It’s such a gift to have a community full of people who can literally play any part they’re given. It makes directing a show like Spelling Bee—which I’ve always wanted to do—a joy!”
The cast is composed of community favorites: CJ DunnCappellino, Myra Garcia, Marina Garcia, Lillian Gracia, Kameron Greene, Christian Green, Aly Hoyt, Paris InterdonatoCarreras, Luke Mauer, and introducing Peyton VanDerHeyden. Sambook will be joined by Jenn Eisenberg as choreographer, and Sarah Murin as set designer. The casting of Cara Dantzig and Brian Flynn as the teacher “hosts” promises a great time with audience participation a key component of the fun.
As summer rounds the corner into August, MATH will be taking over the Big Tent at the Red Barn in Hunter from Catskill Mountain Shakespeare, fast on the heels of their inaugural Mountain Top production run of As You Like It (see page 8).
What better musical to put up in a hidden-away location than the timeless Cabaret? Carolyn Wright (Onteora Club Theater Program Director) and Paris Interdonato-Carreras are teaming up to co-direct the Kander and Ebb classic set in 1929 Berlin, during the rise of National Socialism and the heyday of dark speakeasystyle clubs where entertainment and decadence entwined.
Many familiar faces take the stage, some for the first time in years. “I’m thrilled to bring to the Tent a range of powerful, mature actors,” Carolyn Wright said of the casting. “And to work with Paris to develop younger talent in a way that makes everyone shine.” A key part of this vision is Wright’s casting of the Kit Kat Girls: Patricia Charbonneau, Allegra Coons, Jessica Gibbons, and Abby Ross have combined decades of professional dance experi-
ence that forms the mesmerizing center-force of the Bob Fosselaced choreography created by Hedda Flynn and Charbonneau, including the famous Mein Herr “chair dance.”
Timothy Dunn, who wooed and wowed audiences in The Drowsy Chaperone last summer at the Onteora Playhouse, steps into the suspenders of the Emcee. A long-time favorite of New York City’s improv community, Dunn also makes his home in Haines Falls, and directed the smash success of Casa Valentina at the Doctorow Center for the Arts in Hunter last February.
Hot off of their debuts with Broadway singers in MATH’s From Broadway With Love, Hedda Flynn and CJ Dunn-Cappellino find themselves in another star-crossed situation as Sally Bowles and Cliff Bradshaw (after the failed union of Cinderella and Prince Charming last summer’s Into the Woods), squared off by Glenda Lauten and Michael McDonald as the other doomed pair, Frauline Schneider and Herr Schulz. Cara Dantzig, Brian Flynn, Myra Garcia, Marina Garcia, Lillian Gracia, Christian Greene, Aly Hoyt, Luke Mauer, and Peyton VanDerheyden will fill out the company fresh off their dictionaries from July’s Spelling Bee, and Aidan Gibbons, Mike Ryan, and Carolyn Wright will make their MATH debuts.
To stay in the loop on all of this wonderful programming, please subscribe to the Maude Adams Newsletter, follow MATH on Facebook and Instagram, visit the website at maudeadamstheaterhub.org, or email maudeadamsinfo@gmail.com.
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.
August 12-13, 2023
saugertiesarttour.org
This year’s tour features 37 studios that are getting ready for visitors, who will see completed work and works in progress in a wide array of mediums and styles. The painters, sculptors, collagists, ceramists, print makers, videographers, furniture makers, fabric designers and multimedia artists are eager to embrace the opportunity to once again open their studios for art lovers who want to experience the place where art is made. This year many new-to-thearea artists have joined ranks with this ever-expanding Saugerties artists’ community. Whatever your interest, the tour has something for you. On the tour’s website, short
videos introduce visitors to many of the artists in an upclose, personal way, telling their stories in their own words and offering demonstrations of how they do what they do best. It all kicks off with an opening reception on Friday, July 14, at the Dutch Barn Art & Heritage Gallery, 119 Main Street, Saugerties, from 5 to 7 pm, where you can pick up a map for this free self-guided tour. Gallery hours are July 15 through July 30, Saturdays from 11 am to 5 pm and Sundays from 1 pm to 5 pm. Open studio days are Saturday and Sunday, August 12-13, from 10 am to 6 pm. There is no charge to attend the opening reception and the open studio tour is a free event, registration is not required.
catskillscenictrail.org
The Catskill Scenic Trail is a 26-mile recreational path that meanders along some the most glorious countryside in Upstate New York. It lies on top of the former rail bed of the Ulster & Delaware Railroad, and with its wide path, gentle grade and durable surface, the trail has become an ideal recreational destination as it traces a leisurely path through stunning Catskill Mountain terrain. The trail is enjoyed year-round by thousands of folks for biking, hiking, crosscountry skiing and horseback riding.
43510 State Highway 28
Arkville, NY 12406
durr.org
800 225 4132
Hop aboard! Riding through the Catskill Mountains on a vintage train is a fun way to take in the magnificent views of Delaware County. The Delaware & Ulster Railroad (DURR) offers scenic rides that take you on a leisurely 2-hour excursion from Arkville to Roxbury and back, passing rural hamlets, farmland and world-famous trout streams on the way, framed by panoramic views of the Catskill Mountains. Summertime brings an opportunity to enjoy the ride in an open-air car, while in colder weather, passengers are comfortably seated onboard one of the lounge or observation cars. In the fall, foliage rides are a great way to enjoy the colorful splendor over the mountains. The tracks have all been recently repaired and reconstructed, and we’re happy to open for the 2023 season! Tickets may be purchased online once the season opens.
122 Stryker Road
Gilboa, NY 12076
gilboafossils.org
607 437 7132
The Gilboa Museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the heritage of Gilboa and the cultural treasure of the Devonian
Period Gilboa Fossils. The Museum features videos about the fossils along with historical displays about the area and the town of Gilboa. We are excited to announce the opening of the Juried History Center at the Gilboa Museum. Funded by a generous grant from Nicholas Juried, this history center will enable us to preserve and present the amazing history of the region. The Gilboa Museum also has several new, permanent displays, including logging saws, antique farming and barn tools, artifacts from the original town of Gilboa and large Devonian tree size fossils. The museum is open every weekend from 12:00pm to 4:30pm from May 27 to Columbus Day Weekend in October.
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.
Boarding from Hop-O-Nose Marina & Creekside Restaurant & Bar
160 West Main Street
Catskill, NY 12414
catskillcharters.com
518 965 1933
Catskill Charters is more than just boat rentals and charters. We specialize in providing the ultimate experience on the water in the beautiful Catskill Mountains. You and your guests can spend time enjoying all the Hudson River has to offer. Historic light houses, swimming or fishing at local nearby islands, beautiful sunsets, and waterfront restaurants are just a few of the experiences our guests enjoy on our boats. Private yacht charters, pontoon boat and kayak rental, boat parties, overnight yacht stays.
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 handpicked 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.
Margaretville, NY 12455
centralcatskills.com
ScenicCatskills.com
845 586 3300
The Central Catskills Chamber of Commerce works to advance the economic and community vitality of the many hamlets, villages and towns in our region and promote and foster events, programs and initiatives that will support its members. Collaboration and innovation will inspire community enhancement and quality of life opportunities for all who live, work and visit our communities.
5494 NY-23
Windham, NY 12496
mainstreetcenter.org
518 734 4168
A caring, welcoming and inclusive environment for the benefit of all of the communities on the Mountain Top. Centrally located in Windham, the building contains multiple rooms, including 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.
Windham Foundation
windhamfoundation.com
info@windhamfoundation.com
518 734 9636
Windham is a special place for all of us. Our mission is to preserve and enrich Windham and the people who live, work, and visit here.
We are a 501c3 grants-based organization, funding programs in education, recreation, the arts, and community initiatives. Established in 2004, the Windham Foundation is run by an all-volunteer Board. Donations are tax deductible.
Dutchess County Fairgrounds
6636 Route 9
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
dutchessfair.com
The Dutchess County Fair is held annually in Rhinebeck, usually during the last full week in August. Currently, the fair hosts approximately half a million people per year, and is the second largest county Fair in New York State. Rides, vendors, food, entertainment, agriculture, horticulture, turn-of-the-century treasures, a working blacksmith shop and gas powered engine show, and so much more! Daily fair hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 10 pm, Sunday from 10 am to 8 pm. Main carnival area opens and rides run daily starting at 11 am.
At Sugar Maples
34 Big Hollow Road Maplecrest, NY 12454
The CMF operates a 4.5-acre farm following the Natural Agriculture method taught by the Japanese organization Shumei, the principle of which is to grow vegetables the
way they would grow in Nature. This means that no agricultural chemicals of any sort are used, and no manure or other soil additives used in organic farming are permitted. The farm includes a beautiful new Visitors Center, along with two 3,000-square-foot greenhouses. During growing season, visitors can purchase vegetables grown at the farm at a farmstand that operates every Saturday.
GNH Lumber
5477 Route 23
Windham, NY 12496 518 734 3760
11513 NY-32
Greenville, NY 12083 518 966 5333
Online at GNHlumber.com
Renovating your home or building new? Ask our Team of Experts for inspiration, help, and on-site delivery.
• Lumber & Building Materials
• Plumbing & Electrical Supplies
• Cabinets, Countertops & Design Services
• Tools, Paints, Stains & More!
Discover why GNH has a reputation for high-quality products and friendly customer service since 1937. We’ll see you soon!
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.
Best Hot Tubs
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 and beyond. 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. Come see the new Bullfrog
A series, Aspen Spas and Strong Spas. Best Hot Tubs repairs hot tubs and we offer weekly hot tub maintenance. All you have to do is relax!
The Ice Cream Station
76 Main Street
Phoenicia, NY 12464
845 688 3333
Amidst the restaurants and shops crowded along Main Street in Phoenicia, a dessert oasis awaits you inside the Ice Cream Station. The name of the place says it all: a bounty of traditional and unique ice-cream flavors is ready to be scooped into a dish, cone, milkshake, or whatever else strikes your fancy. Open from May through late October, The Ice Cream Station offers hard and soft ice cream, shakes, cones, sundaes, malts, candy, and homemade fudge. The Ice Cream Station is owned by the Kirk Family, who also operate The Nest Egg just up the road.
18 Molly White Drive
Coxsackie, NY 12051
farrandslandscape.com
518 650 1347
Farrand’s Landscape is a familyowned company that opened in June of 2022. Founded on the principles of quality work and excellent customer service, we’ve quickly grown into one of the premier outdoor service companies in the upper Hudson Valley. We offer a wide range of services including grounds maintenance and landscape and hardscape installation. Whether you need weekly mowing to take back your weekends, or are in need of an entire outdoor makeover, our team is here to help. We use state-of-the-art equipment to ensure that all of our projects are completed on time and on budget. In addiiton to providing residential services, we also offer commercial services for businesses, schools, and municipalities. Our team has the experience and expertise needed to handle any size landscape project and property maintenance work.
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.
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.
120 Maverick Road Woodstock, NY 12498
maverickconcerts.org
Maverick Concerts, the oldest continuous summer chamber music festival in America, is set amid the serene woodland just outside Woodstock, NY. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the charming rustic hall is the ideal venue for an intimate encounter with chamber music. Maverick presents concerts by internationally renowned classical, jazz, and contemporary music ensembles from July through early September. Concerts are on Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Maverick Family Saturdays, short interactive events designed for kids of all ages, are free and open to everyone on Saturday mornings.
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.
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.
Windham Manor
1161 Co Rd 10
Windham, NY 12496
windhammanor.com
518 944 1448
Our 45-acre property features a twelve-bedroom Victorian mansion, a 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; a wellness retreat; or a corporate off-site 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!
illuminatingwellness.care
518 718 4228
Transformative therapeutic massage practice combines elements of many of the healing arts such as Acupressure, Reflexology, Reiki, Chiropractic adjustment and many forms of Asian and Thai massage. BioPhoton Light Therapy – Biontology is a European healing process that detoxes, neutralizes and resets the body and healing begins immediately. This practice finds the root-cause of any symptom-producing malady and quickly neutralizes it and thus assists you in raising the body’s immune system, the key to your health. (biontology.com).
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 in the Hudson Valley. 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!
Sunflower Market
75 Mill Hill Road
Woodstock, NY 12498
24 Garden Street
Rhinebeck, NY, 12572
sunflowernatural.com
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 serv-
ing 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.
Wellness RX LLC
53 Main Street Phoenicia, NY 12464
pharmacyforthepublicgood.com
5980 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485 wellnessrxllc.com
518 589 9500
Pharmacy for the Public Good is excited to announce its first nonprofit community pharmacy in Phoenicia. Stop in and meet the team and browse our wide selection of traditional and natural medicine! Follow our journey at pharmacyforthepublicgood.org. Also visit our pharmacy Wellness Rx in Tannersville, and online at wellnessrxllc.com.
9W & Van Kleecks Lane
Kingston, NY 12401
AugustineNursery.com
845 338 4936
We’ve been creating landscapes of distinction throughout 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.
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.
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!
Margaretville Telephone Company Cable channel 20 WIOXRADIO.ORG on computers and smartphones
WIOX Community Radio – where public access meets public service to build public trust. WIOX programming is wildly diverse, live and local, and non-commercial, broadcasting from the Catskill Mountains region of upstate New York in the heart of the New York City Watershed. WIOX talk and music programs range from farming to brewing to cooking,
518 589 1202
Smitty’s
518 734 3489
forestry to healthcare, Rock to Pop, Bach and Goth, Blues, Folk, Country, Americana, Jazz and Salsa. WIOX: produced and supported—by you!
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.
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!
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.
265 Main Street
Saugerties, NY 12442
gristmillrealestate.com
845 246 3200
Our real estate office in the heart of the historic village of Saugerties is highly regarded by clients and customers alike, known for their strong market expertise, exemplary individual service, and an enviable familiarity with what makes the area such a desirable place to live. Although we serve our local community, our largest sales market is NYC, and more recently homes for residents from Orange, Westchester, Rockland, and Dutchess counties. Established in 1974, Grist Mill Real Estate is proud to provide experienced service to our buyers and sellers. Knowledge of the Saugerties market is the most important service we offer our customers.
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-GreeneNorthern 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, 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.
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.
Angela’s Pizza
1923 Ulster Avenue
Lake Katrine, NY 12401
angelaspizzarestaurant.com
845 382 2211
Angela’s is more than just pizza! Soups, salads, pastas, subs, wraps, Italian dinners, desserts & more. … But, yeah, our pizza is dang awesome, too! Try our specialty pies or build your own! Open every day 11:00 am to 10:00 pm. Eat in or take out, and delivery is available. Catering is also available: let us bring our delicious food to your next event! Angela’s mobile app—available on both Android and iOS devices—is designed just for you. Get instant access to online ordering, Angela’s Loyalty Program, coupons, dining & catering menus, wing flavors and much more! Download from the App Store or Google Play today!
Bear Cantina
In the Bearsville Center:
295A Tinker St. Woodstock, NY 12498
thebearcantinawoodstock.org
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
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.
Brandywine
11157 State Route 23
Windham, NY 12496
brandywinewindham.com
518 734 3838
For the past 35 years, this fullservice 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 Carac- ciolo mastered the art of Italian cookery, and passed it on to his son Joseph, who has continued that art and tradition as chef in the restaurant. We guarantee that we know the formula to capture the rich flavor of your favorite Italian dishes.
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.
45 Mill Hill Rd.
Woodstock, NY 12498
earlyterrible.com
845 684 7226
Established in 2019, Early Terrible is an authentic, approachable, wine bar with a full menu, in the heart of Woodstock. Please join us in our magical lounge and enjoy the property and gardens. Offering a wide variety of specialty cocktails, wines, beers, and more, alongside a selection of shared plates and off-thegrill bratwurst, burgers, cheesesteak or fish.
High Falls Cafe
2842 Route 209
North Marbletown, NY 12484
highfallscafe.com
845 687 2699
Family owned and chef operated since 2005. Scratch kitchen, our dishes are made to order using fresh ingredients. Daily specials. Live music and events weekly. Reservations are highly suggested. Open for lunch Tuesday through Saturday 11:30 pm to 5 pm, dinner 5 pm to 9 pm. Sunday breakfast 9 am to 1 pm and lunch 1 pm to 3:30 pm. Bar open later all nights and closes at bartenders discretion. Closed on Mondays. Check out our menus and event calendar at highfallscafe.com or like us on Facebook for daily updates at facebook.com/highfallscafe1
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.
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.
302 Main Street Pine Hill, NY 12465
titobanditos.com
845 254 3113
Tito Bandito’s is the spot to enjoy modern Mexican cuisine and handcrafted 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. Indoor and outdoor seating. Fun and casual. Take-out.
Woodnotes Grille at Emerson Resort & 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!
The Nest Egg
84 Main Street
Phoenicia, NY 12464
thenesteggcountrystore.com
nesteggshop.com
845 688 5851
Moose Crossing
1 Reservoir Rd. Shokan, NY 12481
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! 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 homemade delicious fudge is worth the trip! Owner Robin Kirk’s family has owned The Nest Egg since 1968.
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.
The Shops at Emerson
5340 Route 28
Mt. Tremper, NY 12457
emersonresort.com
845 688 2828
Housed in a lovingly restored 19th century dairy barn, The Shops at Emerson is a unique shopping experience. Walk across hand-laid brick floors surrounded by original wood beams as you stroll from store to store. You’ll find a distinct selection of modern farmhouse décor and furnishings, women’s and men’s 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. Friendly faces are available to answer product questions as well as queries about the Catskills.
Catskill Center for Conservation & Development
43355 Route 28
Arkville, NY 12406
catskillcenter.org
845 586 2611
Since 1969, the Catskill Center has led the effort to protect the more than 700,000 acres of the Catskill Park and Catskill Forest Preserve. Their mission is to protect and foster the environmental, cultural,and economic well-being of the Catskill Region.
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.
Mountain Sheds
11111 State Route 23
Windham, NY 12496
mountainshedsny.com
518 588 9353
We carry Backyard Outfitters sheds and Adventure Play Sets. Our sheds are custom-made to fit your personal needs. We have deluxe cabins, playhouses, utility sheds, mini barns, single & double garages, animal shelters, wood sheds and chicken coops. We have several buildings in stock for immediate purchase, or you may customize your building with different options available. Our inventory displays different colors, and sizes. These buildings are made locally with Superior Mennonite craftsmanship using the highest quality materials. We offer a buy or rent-to-own option with no credit check.
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. Call for a reservation.
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.
518 378 0664
Earlton, NY
PowellsTreeCare
@gmail.com
PowellsTree.com
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.
Town & Country Liquors
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.
63 Tinker St.
Woodstock, NY 12498
woodstockwineandliquor.com
845 679 2669
Located in the heart of historic Woodstock, WW&L is a family-owned, lovingly curated boutique shop with more than 1000 different wines, spirits, sakes and ciders to choose from. Customers discover a focus on local wines and spirits, naturally and sustainably produced wines from around the world, in an inviting, nonpretentious environment. Respecting tradition while celebrating innovation. Check out the free in-store tastings to discover new favorites. Order through woodstockwineandliquor.com for pickup or free local delivery.
Horton by the Stream, formerly an outdoor summer theater now in collaboration with the Catskill Mountain Foundation, will present Dividing the Estate by Horton Foote for four performances on Saturdays and Sundays July 15, 16, 22 & 23 at 2:00 pm at the Doctorow Center for the Arts in Hunter. Horton Foote, Pulitzer Prize and Academy Award winning writer, is most recognized for his screenplays of To Kill A Mockingbird, The Chase, Tender Mercies, Of Mice and Men starring John Malkovich and The Trip To Bountiful with Academy Award-winning actress Geraldine Page.
Actor Frank Girardeau has appeared in no less than 12 professional productions of Mr. Foote’s plays in NYC and regionally. He also appeared in the film The Tavern, written and produced by Walter Foote. When presented with a chance to form a summer theater in the Catskills, Frank immediately thought of the work of Horton Foote. Mr. Foote writes about his hometown and the people he grew up listening to in Wharton, TX. He has fondly renamed the town Harrison in his plays. Frank also comes from Beaumont, TX and the two share their young beginnings there.
Dividing the Estate was performed on Broadway in 2001 with the esteemed Elizabeth Ashley and Hallie Foote, as well as Gerald McRainey and Penny Fuller. This hilarious and pathos-driven comic drama hits the heart of every family who has ever lived through a similar scenario—splitting up the family fortune with a rambunctious and opinionated group exhibiting all manner of family dynamics. It’s hilarious, it’s vexing and it’s moving, just like everyone’s family. If only dividing the estate of a loved one and settling their affairs in the midst of grief weren’t so universally challenging … but it is.
Horton by the Stream’s mission is to bring life to every Horton Foote play we possibly can, as well as other plays by the truly authentic voices of American playwrights. We aim to realize each play to its fullest potential, casting and producing the play as close to the author’s vision as we can, and always staying true to the marrow of the play—the truth of human beings and their foibles. This play, not often done because of its size—13 actors—is a true gem. Hilarious and moving by turns, the cast includes Sharon Ulrick (film: The Last Picture Show; original Broadway production: Crimes of the Heart by Beth Henley); John Michalski (film: Drugstore Cowboy) and Jan Leslie Harding (Delores by Edward Allen Baker).
Horton by the Stream urges audiences to come early and have a picnic specially prepared for the matinee by Fellow Cafe (fellowmountaincafe.com). Located just down the street from the theater, picnic tables and plenty of green grass and sunshine are provided outside. Snacks, candy and popcorn are sold inside the theater as well as lemonade and brownies. Across the street are antiques and a wonderful frog pond.
This is our 29th summer season of performing plays by Horton Foote for a suggested donation. Come and experience some of the best theater on the Mountaintop with world class actors. When asked what drove him to keep writing well into his 90’s, Horton Foote answered simply, ”I’m still listening.” So are we Horton, and we are grateful to be listening to a master observer of the human condition.
The Doctorow Center for the Arts is located at 7971 Main Street in the Village of Hunter. Tickets are $20 by suggested donation. For more information visit hortonbythestream.org. To make reservations, call 917 991 9537.
On Saturday, July 22, from 10 am to 5 pm, the Shops at the Emerson Resort & Spa will celebrate over 25 years in the Catskills. Bring the whole family for a FREE day of food, fun, and free viewings of a new Kaleidoshow at the World’s Largest Kaleidoscope. “This new Kaleidoshow celebrates our spectacular location in the Catskills,” said Marci Smith, Manager of the Shops at the Emerson. “In creating it, we want to showcase the natural world of the area, in particular the flowers and birds that make their home among us on the Esopus Creek.”
The location of the Emerson Resort & Spa is indeed worth the visit alone. With the Esopus Creek flowing alongside the property and 360-degree views of the Catskill Mountains on all sides, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy a picnic or just stroll the grounds. The lovingly restored 19th century historic dairy barn housing the Shops and the Kaleidoscope stands on the property. Massive chestnut beams supported by equally impressive handhewn, mortise-and-tenoned chestnut posts provide visitors to the barn a close look at the remarkable skill of 19th century farmer craftsmen. Built circa 1841 and restored in the 1990s, it has not shifted out of absolute plumb and alignment by so much as an eighth of an inch in 155 years.
Even higher than the original barn, the huge 1861 extension is also built of chestnut posts and beams. The great height of the magnificent common areas open to the roof has been preserved, while creating interior streetscapes of shops in broad corridors. Walk across hand-laid brick floors surrounded by original wood beams as you stroll from store to store.
The shops offer a vast array of merchandise. As soon as you enter, you’ll be led into some of the most popular shops in the complex—Bath & Body and the General Store. Local products abound here, from goat’s milk bath & body products from Beekman 1802 in Sharon Springs; to pickled vegetables, jams, and pickles from Grey Mouse Farms in Saugerties; to scented artisan candles from the Catskill Candle Company in Tannersville. You’ll also find goods for your country kitchen, everything from local maple syrup, honey, teas, chocolate, dips, sauces, and relishes to kitchen décor, housewares, cooking gadgets, kitchen linens and quirky shopping bags.
Just beyond the General Store is Waldo’s, the store to find Catskills logo wear and specialty items, fishing supplies and books about the Catskills. Come on in any time and pick something up as a remembrance of your time in the mountains. Waldo’s is also a
quick stop for sundries, snacks and beverages.
Across the way at the Home Store, you’ll find distinctive furniture and home décor items artfully displayed in a series of room scenes and vignettes to inspire your inner decorator. It’s the perfect store to pick up a few pieces to refresh your space or to reimagine what makes your house a home. Purchasing Manager Regina Calinda said, “we have such fun changing up these vignettes periodically, to keep everything fresh and to inspire you each season.”
Just down the hallway are clothing stores for women, men, and girls. At Melina’s Boutique, find casual to chic women’s clothing and accessories in colors, textures and designs that are trendy yet comfortable. Active and savvy guys will find exactly what they need for outdoor adventures as well as working or playing at home at the Men’s Shop. Find the latest styles and trends for girls age 7-14 at The Three Em’s. Everyone can also pick up that swimsuit you forgot at home, to hop in the Emerson Resort’s year-round hot tub!
The colorful shelves at the Toy Chest are filled with plush animals, art activities and educational toys for active minds, games, books and the largest display of Jellycat plush selection in the Catskills. “We really focus on toys that promote creativity, learning, and family togetherness,” said Marci.
The highlight of the complex is World’s Largest Kaleidoscope and the Kaleidostore. Standing 60 feet tall and 37.5 feet in diameter, the silo from the Riseley
A handmade kaleidoscope
Flats Farm was transformed into the World’s Largest Kaleidoscope.
Recorded in 1997 by the Guinness Book of World Records as the World’s Largest Kaleidoscope, the Kaleidoscope was designed by award-winning kaleidoscope artist Charles Karadimos. Original Kaleidoshows were created and designed by psychedelic art pioneer Isaac Abrams and his son Raphael, a computer artist. Surround sound and a musical score was added by composer and drummer Gary Burke. For the 20th Anniversary of the Kaleidoscope in 2016, a new show was created by Alicia Ramirez, Shea Johnson and Austin Johnson. A new show to celebrate the 25th Anniversary will debut at the family event on July 22.
The Kaleidoshow is a visual and sound experience for all ages within the silo and viewed from the bottom up. Through tapered mirrors, the Kaleidoshow images are transformed into fractal figures and the storytelling begins. To view the show you can lie on the floor or lean against the wall. Tickets for the Kaleidoshow are $5 ages 12 and up, ages 12 and under are free. Tickets are complimentary for hotel guests.
At the Kaleidostore, you can learn more about the history of the kaleidoscope through interactive exhibits, or purchase your own artist-made kaleidoscope to bring home. The store offers beautiful hand-made scopes by such high-end artists as Peggy and Steve Kittelson of Woodland Designs, Sue Rioux, or David Sugich. Made of turned wood, veneer wood, brass, chrome, marble and glass, the scopes are filled with all sorts of objects, some suspended in oil and some with interchangeable parts – all of which are works of art. Scopes are signed by the artists and many are one of a kind. There are even toy scopes for the kids.
The Shops at the Emerson Resort & Spa are located at 5340 Route 28 in Mt. Tremper. The shops, including the Kaleidoshow, are open six days a week, Thursday through Tuesday from 10 am to 5 pm, from July through October. Locals Day is every Thursday: residents of Ulster, Greene, and Delaware counties can present a valid NY State Driver’s License or ID card and receive a 20% discount on purchases. For more information, visit emersonresort.com/theshopsatemerson/ or call 845 688 2828 Ext. 7654.
The Catskill Mountain Foundation’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream returns to the Orpheum Performing Arts Center in Tannersville from August 11-13, 2023. Now in its fourth year, this beloved production of the Orpheum Dance Program will see some major upgrades, with a new collaboration with the acclaimed Aquila Theatre, and an expanded collaboration with the Joffrey Ballet School of New York. Students from the Orpheum Dance Program’s Community Dance Class, alongside other local children, will be given the opportunity to appear on stage with professional actors and dancers in a fresh, new program filled with new scenes and updated choreography in a production that will enchant audiences young and old.
Set loosely on Shakespeare’s iconic play with a gorgeous score by Mendelssohn, this production, created by Victoria Rinaldi, is a seamless blend of spoken word and dance featuring professional actors and dancers sharing the stage with children of the community. From the complexity of the story to the wild costume changes, the production has come a long way over the years, but still maintains the attention to detail and excellence that has become a hallmark of all of Victoria’s productions for the Orpheum Dance Program. That attention to detail comes from Victoria’s many years of experience as a dancer at the Metropolitan Opera
Ballet. “Every single person on stage matters,” she said. “No one is standing around taking up space. It’s stagecraft. You’ve done it all: lights, orchestra, singers, conductor to costumes.”
After two years of using the same director for the spoken word scenes, Victoria felt that some updates to the story were needed. From her days with the Metropolitan, Victoria was acquainted with Desiree Sanchez, Artistic Director of Aquila Theatre, one of the foremost producers of classical theater in the United States. “Desiree was just starting out at the Metropolitan when I was approaching the end of my career there,” said Victoria. “In fact, she was my understudy. I called her one day and told her about our production of Midsummer … I was floored when she said, ‘I’m interested. How can we make this happen?’” Desiree quickly came up to Tannersville to visit the Orpheum as well as Victoria’s Community Class—“she was so impressed with the quality of the dancers I teach up here”–and a collaboration was born.
Both Victoria and Desiree are excited about this new collaboration. They will work together to rewrite the script, better integrating children and dancers into the spoken word scenes and
A magical evening of dance and spoken word
changing some of the segues from scene to scene. As the Artistic Director of Aquila Theatre, Desiree is keenly interested in collaborations with other presenting companies and merging movement into theater. “Aquila Theatre is a fantastic theatre company, and the actors are very physical, which is perfect for this production,” said Victoria. Desiree continued, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream is beautiful. It really speaks to the world we live in right now.”
Providing local children the opportunity to appear on stage alongside professional dancers is one of the missions of the Orpheum Dance Program. “Our kids have the opportunity to appear on stage at 10 official performances a year,” said Victoria. “No other large program offers the same stage time for their students as ours does.”
Professional dancers relish the opportunity to appear in Orpheum Dance Program productions as well. Dawn Gierling Milatin and Erez Milatin will travel from their home in Israel to reprise their roles as Titania and Oberon, Queen and King of the Fairies. “Last year, they both remarked that dancing in this production of Midsummer was one of the best experiences they’ve had,” said Victoria, “and they are thrilled to return.” Their pas de deux, an innovative and breathtaking piece that is one of the highlights of the production, will once again be choreographed by Tony-nominated Margo Sappington, who teaches contemporary dance at the Joffrey Ballet School New York. “Margo’s specialty is pas de deux,” said Victoria, “and we’re fortunate to have her work with us on this project.”
Other major dance roles will be filled by students from Joffrey Ballet School New York. “The quality of dance instruction there is excellent,” said Victoria, “and their students are very talented.” Alexander Marmolejos Duran, who played Demetrius in last year’s production, will return in the role of Lysander. Other roles have yet to be cast, but are chosen personally by Victoria
along with Era Jouravlev, the Ballet Trainee Program Director of the Joffrey Ballet School. “We’re also happy to announce that we’re expanding our collaboration with Joffrey Ballet School, and they will also be joining us in our production of The Nutcracker later this year,” said Victoria.
The beginnings of the Orpheum Dance Program lay with a production of The Nutcracker in 2015. This first production was Victoria’s way of giving thanks to the Catskill Mountain Foundation, who had been generously supplying her with practice and training space for her advanced dance students. That first production cast her students alongside local children, who eventually expressed an interest in learning to dance like the principals they saw on stage. Victoria said, “if it’s our production of The Nutcracker, I wanted to be the one to teach them.” There has been a production of The Nutcracker every year since 2015, including a virtual presentation in 2020 and one with masks in 2021. A second production, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, was added in 2019.
Local children are so important to every production that Victoria does, and her talent lies in training local talent to be precise, but not to lose those child-like qualities that make them especially charming in roles like the mischievous fairies and elves that populate the forest in Midsummer
Aquila Theatre Company was founded by Peter Meineck in 1991 with a production of Aeschylus’ Agamemnon at the Bridge Lane Theatre in London before touring in the United States to a few universities. The company, along with its founder, moved to the United States in 1994, and in 1998, Aquila Theatre became a U.S.-based non-profit theatre company. It went on to build up an extensive international touring circuit while becoming an established part of the New York City theater scene with its productions of Iliad: Book One at the Clark Studio at Lincoln Center, followed by long-running Off-Broadway productions of Comedy of Errors and Much Ado About Nothing. Aquila has also had the pleasure of working with the acclaimed Olympia Dukakis and Louis Zorich in its 2004 production of Agamemnon
Aquila is now one of the foremost producers of classical theater in the United States, visiting 50 - 60 American cities per year with innovative classical productions, workshops, and educational programming, and is under the Artistic Directorship of Desiree Sanchez since 2012. The company has been awarded numerous grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, The National Endowment for the Humanities, from which it received a Chairman’s Special Award, the New York State Councils for the Arts and Humanities, and the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs. Aquila has performed at the White House under the Bush and Obama administrations and has performed for the U.S Supreme Court and for the National Council on the Arts. Aquila was also recently invited by Lin-Manuel Miranda to perform at the U.S. Capitol in support of the National Endowment for the Humanities, for its groundbreaking applied theatre and humanities program: The Warrior Chorus
For more information, visit aquilatheatre.com.
The mission of the Joffrey Ballet School New York is to transform passionate dance students into strong, versatile, open-minded professional artists able to work inclusively, collaborate positively and evolve fluidly in a fast-changing diverse society.
Robert Joffrey and Gerald Arpino founded the Joffrey Ballet School in 1953. In more than sixty years of existence, the Joffrey Ballet School has remained on the forefront of American dance education. Graduates of the School have gone on to dance for major ballet companies, as well as for numerous modern and contempo-
rary companies, both in the United States and abroad. The Joffrey Ballet School programming includes intensive pre-professional training, after-school programs, summer intensives in a variety of genres and open classes for enthusiast and professionals.
The Joffrey Ballet School’s renowned Trainee program offers a well-rounded pre-professional curriculum consisting of two tracks (Ballet and Jazz & Contemporary Dance) for dancers ages 13 to 25. Depending on the track, genres of study include classical and contemporary ballet, contemporary dance, modern, character, choreography, dance history, music, hip-hop Pilates, street jazz, contact improv and more. Special workshops are taught by guest faculty to augment the curriculum and performance opportunities abound throughout the year.
For more information, visit joffreyballetschool.com
The evening begins in an enchanted forest with the awakening of fairies, when their domain is invaded by a group of unruly tradesmen—known as the rude mechanicals of the play—preparing a play to honor Theseus, the duke of Athens, on his wedding day. The fairies and one of the tradesmen are joined by two sets of lovers who fall victim to a magic spell gone awry. The evening ends with a triple wedding and a festive celebration.
In past Orpheum Dance Program productions of Midsummer, there was very little interaction between the dancers and the actors … in this new version, Victoria plans to change that: “The rude mechanicals are always given short shrift,” she said. “Yet their scenes are so funny and charming. In all of my productions for the Orpheum Dance Program, one of my first priorities is to make sure that the children are seen, so this year I plan to have more interaction between the dancers and the actors, so there’s not such a hard line between the two.”
With new collaborations, fresh choreography, and experienced and new talent, this year’s production on A Midsummer Night’s Dream promises to be an enchanting evening of spoken word and dance, a reminder that while the true course of love may never run smooth, in the end all’s well that ends well.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream will be performed at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street, Village of Tannersville on Friday, August 11 at 7:30 pm, Saturday, August 12 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, August 13 at 2 pm. For tickets, visit catskillmtn.org, email boxoffice@catskillmtn.org or call 518 263 2063. Tickets purchased ahead: $25 adults/$20 seniors/$7 students. At the door: $30 adults/$25 seniors/$7 students.
By Margaret Donsbach Tomlinson
In our changing climate, Greene County gardeners need plants that grow well in both hot summers and erratic periods of bitter winter cold. Native ecosystems may need to move northward in order to survive, and gardeners can help this process along by planting adaptable native plants. Woodland phlox (Phlox divaricata) is a great fit. It makes a showy burst of color in spring, often stays green through the winter and will tolerate dry weather. Its pastel pink or purple flowers attract butterflies and other pollinators, helping our native insects as well.
As its common name suggests, woodland phlox grows especially well in dappled shade, but if given a good start, it can also do well in sunnier areas. Generally no more than six to ten inches high, a group of plants spaced a foot apart will fill in to make a lovely, easy-care groundcover. Woodland phlox can also look charming spilling over the edge of a low retaining wall.
Native to most of eastern North America, woodland phlox survives both Canadian winters and scorching Alabama summers. In the shade under deciduous trees, where many garden plants struggle, woodland phlox comes into its own. The loamy soil created by many seasons of decomposing leaves is ideal for holding just enough moisture for the plants’ needs, while the trees’ root systems keep the soil from becoming too wet.
Although woodland phlox can be started from seed, it needs a period of moist cold stratification to germinate. Planting the seeds outdoors in fall suits their natural cycle, but aggressive, non-native weeds may outcompete the tiny seedlings. Another option is placing the seeds in a container with slightly moist sand or another planting medium and leaving them in the refrigerator for two to three months (making sure they don’t dry out) and then planting out the seedlings when they emerge. Of course, the easiest way to bring woodland phlox into a garden is to buy young plants by mail or in a local nursery. They will need regular watering at first to help them develop deep root systems, but will tolerate periods of drought once established.
Excellent native companions for woodland phlox include shrubs like Virginia sweetspire (Itea virginica), whose leaves turn a bright red-orange in the fall; mountain laurel (Kalmia latifolia), which also thrives in shade and has pinkish-white spring flowers; and red osier dogwood (Cornus sericea), which is native throughout Canada and most of the U.S. and provides winter color with its striking red stems. For gardeners who are not native-plant purists, woodland phlox also pairs beautifully with rugosa roses, whose bloom period overlaps with the phlox.
Outdoor theater on a warm summer eve under a clear sky? Vibrant and professional actors from the Catskills and across the country? A live folk rock music soundtrack you can sing along with? Catskill Mountain Shakespeare, a dynamic local non-profit theater company, offers you this and beyond when you book your tickets for one of their incredible performances this July!
Celebrating its fourth season, CMS is moving to the Mountaintop this year, in association with The Catskill Mountain Foundation. Bringing their spacious tent to Main Street in Hunter, CMS presents one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies, As You Like It. The production follows Rosalind and Celia as they escape the stuffy, insular world of the court for the freedom and beauty of the Forest of Arden (aka The Catskills!). Expect incredible language (“All the world’s a stage”), mistaken identity, blossoming love, and even wrestling! Sydney Berk, a graduate of London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts, directs, with support from a team of professional designers from the Hudson Valley and NYC. A diverse cast of 13 actors will sing, croon, and play guitar, bass, banjo, mandolin, and percussion, creating an invigorating soundtrack. Expect to sing along to songs by David Bowie, The Cure, Tom Petty, Johnny Cash, and more! Opening night is Saturday, July 15 and 12 performances run through Sunday, July 30.
Catskill Mountain Shakespeare was born in 2020, however its inaugural season was initially derailed by the pandemic. Despite the limitations, CMS created two online installments of “Forest Scenes,” iconic Shakespeare scenes from Macbeth and As You Like It. The project was then uploaded online for free viewing and accomplished their goals of creating art that celebrated the region and introducing the company to the community. In 2021, CMS officially premiered with an outdoor production of Twelfth Night, engaging 18 artists whose work had been greatly impacted due to the pandemic, and ran for 10 performances outdoors under a tent at The Emerson Resort & Spa in Mt Tremper. In 2022, A Midsummer Night’s Dream followed with 12 outdoor performances, including five sold out shows.
CMS has a plethora of outreach programming that runs simultaneously to their season. The 2nd Annual LGBTQ+ Midsummer Social is on Friday, July 21. This event provides a safe and festive space for all queer people of the Catskills and their allies to gather and enjoy a night out together in community. At the pre-show reception, audience members can discover their “Shakespearean Drag Name” while sipping on beers generously sponsored by West Kill Brewing. After the show, there will be drink specials at the bar, dance music, and plenty of time to kick back and party.
The ‘Relaxed’ matinee performance for families and special needs persons is on Saturday, July 29. During this performance, CMS offers childcare on the grass, just beside the stage. Children (and grown ups) are welcome to sit down and watch the show at their own comfort level. Children can sit for as long as they like, but also get up and spend time with the professional babysitters who will be ready with some arts & crafts and games. They are welcome to return to watch the show with their families at any time, whenever they are ready.
New to programming this year is a Community Book Club on Sunday, July 16. Audience members are invited to join CMS Outreach Director Carolyn Marie Wright for a casual and fun roundtable discussion of As You Like It and its relevant themes and plot. Also new this year is an Artist Mixer and Talkback, part of Upstate Art Weekend, on Sunday, July 23. Local actors and artists are invited to the matinee performance and to stay afterwards for a post-show talkback with the AYLI creative team, drink specials at the bar, and an informal mix and mingle with the staff of CMS and other area arts professionals including members of Shadowlands Theater, the Onteora Club, Maude Adams Theater Hub, and more.
CMS will also be offering two free theater workshops for local kids and teens. The Improv & Clowning Workshop for Kids, led by local actor and improviser Marisa Caruso, is on Saturday, July 22 under the tent. Kids will play theater games and explore character physicality, scene-creation, and find the fun through clowning performance styles. All experience levels are welcome, ages 8-12. The Shakespeare for Teens Workshop will be offered for ages 13-18 on Thursday, July 27. This workshop will be led by a member of the Catskill Mountain Shakespeare creative team, and will include text work from As You Like It. Kids and teens are
invited to stay for free pizza after both workshops and are given a complimentary performance ticket to As You Like It. Both workshops are free, but space is limited. Please sign up in advance on their website.
Making arts programming affordable is important to CMS. They offer a Pay What You Can Preview performance on Friday, July 14 and also a Low Cost/No Cost Ticket Initiative to anyone in need. Please check their website for further details.
Love theater and want to get involved? Join The VIVS (their Very Important Volunteers) and lend your artistic talents and abilities as greeters, ushers, behind-the-scenes staff, and more. Go to ‘Get Involved’ on the website to learn more.
Finally, CMS is excited to share that they are the recent recipient of a prestigious $25,000 grant from Shakespeare in American Communities. This grant will enable them to launch a tour of Shakespeare’s The Tempest throughout area middle schools and high schools in early 2024. If you are a local educator who is interested in bringing intelligent, creative, and professional talent to your school, please reach out to Outreach Director Carolyn Marie Wright at c.wright@catskillmountainshakespeare.com for more information.
“We are so excited to come to the Mountaintop this season, welcome back our old friends and fans and make new ones,” says Artistic Director and West Kill resident Sarah Reny. “Also did we mention the incredible music soundtrack for As You Like It? We guarantee it will rock your soul!”
For tickets and more information, visit catskillmountainshakespeare.com
Catskill Mountain Shakespeare is a 501(c)(3) non-profit theater
in her August 31, 1946, “My Day” column, Eleanor Roosevelt discussed a leaflet she had received concerning a ten-day conference scheduled for that October in the Catskill town of South Kortright. “My Day” was a six-day-a-week syndication that ran from December 1935 to September 1962; during its height in the 1950s it appeared in ninety newspapers across the country.
The South Kortright event was to be an international assembly of women held at the home of Alice T. McLean. The planned topics of discussion included the current state of the world, politically and economically; what sort of social order might provide desirable alternatives; and how the attendees could use the ideas shared to benefit their communities and countries, and therefore, the world.
Alice Throckmorton McLean was born March 8, 1886, in New York City, youngest of three daughters of James McLean and Sara Throckmorton McLean. James McLean was born in New York City in 1846, the son of a Scottish immigrant, Edward W. McLean, and a Bovina native, Margaret MacFarland McLean. James McLean, along with his parents and three sisters moved full time to the South Kortright farm in 1859. James worked on the farm until he was 19, then set out on the first steps of a very successful business career, culminating as vice president of Phelps, Dodge & Co., a mining firm.
James, Sara and their three daughters lived on Fifth Avenue most of the year, alternating summers in France, England, Egypt, Turkey, or Greece with summers on their South Kortright estate.
Alice often traveled with her father on business, visiting mining camps, learning to ride, play polo, drive tandem and four-inhand. She spoke French, German, and Italian fluently.
On August 21, 1904, Alice married Edward L. Tinker at the South Kortright property; the bride was 18, the groom a few weeks shy of 23 and a recent graduate of Columbia University. The couple had two sons, Edward and James. They divorced in 1915. Edward L. Tinker remarried in 1916. Alice took back her maiden name in 1919 and also legally changed her sons’ surnames to McLean.
Following her divorce, Alice went to England every fall to hunt. On one such trip, in 1938, she became interested in the
Women’s Voluntary Services, which had been formed that May. A study of that group and other similar groups in Switzerland and Finland led her to design posters in 1939, encouraging American women to activism for social and war relief.
In 1940, the American Women’s Voluntary Services was formed in an East 62 Street basement in Manhattan, but they soon needed larger quarters: membership was over 18,000 even before Pearl Harbor; within months after, over 50,000 new members joined in New York alone. Eventually its national membership exceeded 300,000.
Alice’s efforts at promotion of this new organization took some interesting turns. She opened her South Kortright home for a barbecue on September 21, 1940. Thousands of people came. A team of butchers carved up the slow-cooked beef and a dozen servers circulated with the filled plates. The entertainment included a concert by a seven-piece band, multiple showings of a movie, dancing, and fireworks. Speakers were on hand to describe the activities of the AWVS; encouraging participation; ten new units were formed that day.
Delaware County units were discussed a year later in an October 12, 1941, New York Times article. Those members were storing surplus home-canned goods, blankets, sweaters, and other supplies at home. Being prepared for the possibility that New York City might have to be evacuated was the reason cited for not sending those supplies on to Europe.
In 1944, Alice moved to her estate in South Kortright full time and remained there until 1948. Newspaper articles both before and after 1944 reveal that under Alice’s management animals raised on the estate were entered into competitions at county and other fairs, often winning ribbons, particularly horses and Belted Galloway cattle, a Scottish breed, perhaps originally chosen by her father in a nod to his Scottish heritage.
By 1945 AWVS volunteers were providing services including child care, conservation and salvage, canteens, ambulance driving, physical rehabilitation programs such as teaching Braille to blinded soldiers, and war service photography. Because the organization did not receive substantial support from the federal government, Alice McLean spent much of her personal fortune to keep the AWVS financially viable.
The 1946 Women’s Assembly was planned to bring together women leaders from the UN. Advance praise of the idea came from President Truman. Numerous women’s professional and educational organizations sponsored the event. Participants included Eleanor Roosevelt, Mrs. Harry Truman, and Frances Perkins, Secretary of Labor
Articles in the New York Times written by a Lucy Greenbaum bookended the start and finish of the South Kortright Women’s Assembly. At the beginning Greenbaum called it “one of the most unusual international conventions ever held.” The International Assembly of Women opened on October 13, 1946, in the carriage house on the McLean estate with two hundred women from 53 countries, including some from former enemy countries, gathering to discuss what they could do to promote peace and improve people’s lives worldwide.
A speaker on that first day, a Mrs. Edward Carter, began by warning the delegates not to smoke in the building. “There is hay above us and it is very dangerous.” She also announced that soap was in short supply, meals would likely be served on paper plates, and those staying in the local villages would have to make their own beds. Housekeeping issues attended to, Mrs. Carter said, “we are not here to fight for our different national governments.We are here for the solution for common problems of humanity.”
In her welcome address, Alice McLean explained the reason behind the location of the assembly. “It’s something I’ve dreamed about since the early days of the war. Having it here means grass roots and home, everything that comes the closest to what I believe to be the fundamentals of life. It’s the earth, the community, the individual—everything that counts.” As to its purpose, she said she hoped it would prove to be “a road of understanding, something that leads to a broad common denominator so that we can find our way out of the many complex levels on which we find ourselves today.”
A final all-day session was held at the Waldorf-Astoria, the only part of the conference not held in South Kortright. According to the Times article of October 25, Ana Rosa de Martinez Guerrero of Argentina discarded her planned remarks on the spiritual and moral aspects of society to instead call on the women of the world to help put an end to dictatorships. She explained her decision to change the theme of her address because “There is nothing else if dictatorships exist.”
One idea that came out of the October convention was to support the effort to develop an Italian “Boys Town” to aid abandoned and orphaned European children. Alice McLean opened her home again in January 1947, hosting Italian violinist Enrico Pratt to perform a benefit concert for that purpose.
And then in 1948 Alice did more than open her home for an event—she donated the mansion, along with 14 acres, to the International Valley Foundation. The foundation’s purpose was to “give hope to the world by helping the coming generation” by furthering interest in creative work—writing, music, painting— and setting up an international center for children displaced by the war. Writers, artists, and musicians from anywhere in the world were welcome to study there. Small fees covered room, board, and tuition. The writers center began operation on July 1, 1948, with eight students under the direction of Vieva Dawley Smith. Elizabeth Major, a Hungarian who had been a voice teacher at the Muziek Lyceum in Amsterdam and Professor Herman Kaplan of Columbia University, were in charge of the music program. Stamford native, painter LaMont Warner, art teacher at Stamford Central School and formerly a professor at Columbia and Newton Merrill of Florida managed the art program. Concerts and art exhibitions were presented as fundraisers in support of the children’s village.
McLean eventually moved to Baltimore to live with one of her sons.
Alice T. McLean died October 25, 1968, at the age of 82 in a Baltimore nursing home.
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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
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The CMF Piano Performance Museum is funded in part by the Jarvis and Constance Doctorow Family Foundation
Exploration Days at Hanford Mills Museum continue with the goal of giving visitors a chance to explore the mill and experience engaging activities and demonstrations. The next Exploration Day, set for July 15, will also be an ice cream social where visitors will be able to enjoy free samples (while supplies last) of vanilla ice cream churned with waterpower and chilled with ice harvested during the 2023 Ice Harvest here at Hanford Mills. At this Exploration Day, which comes just in time for National Ice Cream Day, visitors can also learn more about the history of Delaware County’s dairy industry. We hope you can come join us to celebrate, play some historic games, and enjoy some ice cream!
Hanford Mills Museum is open Wednesdays through Sundays 10 am until 5 pm through October 15. Guided tours of our water powered sawmill, gristmill, and woodworking machines are offered each day at 10:30 am, 12 pm, 1:30 pm and 3 pm. You can reserve your tour ahead of time by visiting hanfordmills.org or calling 607 278 5744.
Check back on our website hanfordmills.org and our social media channels for details about the Exploration Days and other events at Hanford Mills Museum in 2023.
Hanford Mills Museum operates an authentic water- and steampowered historic site, which includes a sawmill, gristmill, and woodworking shop. The mission of Hanford Mills Museum is to inspire audiences of all ages to explore connections among energy, technology, natural resources, and entrepreneurship in rural communities with a focus on sustainable choices. The museum is listed on the National and New York State Registers of Historic Places.
Hanford Mills is located at 51 County Highway 12 in East Meredith, at the intersection of Delaware County Routes 10 & 12, just 10 miles from Oneonta, and 15 miles from Delhi. For more information, visit hanfordmills.org or call 607 278 5744.
By Greg Madden
Growing up in New England, I had heard of the Catskills, but only in the ads on television. Advertisements for ski resorts or for the Catskill Game Farm and the embodiment of the “I Love NY campaign.”
Born in Waterbury, CT and schooled in Boston, MA, I thought I had it all going for me by just living in New England, but as the sands slipped through the hourglass and upon further review, I may not have had all the facts straight and maybe it was more than facts afterall. Could it be ?
New England, after all, was like living in our own country but still enjoying the benefits of being part of the great United States of America and we didn’t have to mingle with “those” NEW YORKERS!! (sorry, read on—I’ve changed my tune).
Those from the Nutmeg and the Bay States, both of which border our Empire State, were told by others that New Yorkers were a loud and unruly bunch. Come to find out those from “the City” think similarly of Bostonians too, especially the sports teams and their fans.
So one weekend some 10 years ago I was invited to attend a spiritual retreat in these very same Catskills, a place in the states I had traveled to before. I left Connecticut, traveled across the state line and made my way up to a resort in Hunter, NY. While floating along the Interstate going north the then budding trees turned into the Hudson Valley and the gentle rolling hills exploded into steep mountains … the Catskill Mountains, purple mountains majesty indeed!
The highway morphed into a windy road that climbed up along streams and river beds called kills (WHAT?!!)
What is a kill, you query? This question is asked hundreds of times each day in the Catskills or is that Kaatskills? It’s maybe our most important body of water question. So according to Wikipedia a kill is a “body of water, most commonly a creek, but also a tidal inlet, river, strait, or arm of the sea. The term is derived from the Middle Dutch kille, meaning ‘riverbed’ or ‘water channel.’ It is found in areas of Dutch influence in the Netherlands’ former North American colony of New Netherland, primarily the Hudson and Delaware Valleys.”
There was also the majestic Kaaterskill Falls that flows unceasingly yet slows traffic to a crawl as you cross in front of it. Soon after reaching the mountaintop, one will soon notice that many more groups have melted into these mountains over time than have the Dutch who had flocked to New York from the Netherlands and settled there.
At the turn of the century, brutally hot summer temperatures in the Big Apple had most people looking for a way to cool off, and it was learned that refuge could be taken in the higher altitudes, oftentimes a difference of 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Not to mention the temperature-reducing crystal clear lakes, ponds, streams, rivers and yes, even kills.
For those with the means to do so, second homes became a thing in the Catskills. That meant that many of the things that were enjoyed in Manhattan and the boroughs must also be avail-
Please join us the weekend of July 7, 8 & 9 to celebrate our 25th Anniversary!
July 7th @ 7:30 pm
Jazz Concert with The Bernie Williams Collective Doctorow Center for the Arts
7971 Main Street, Hunter, NY 12442
A limited number of tickets are available for concert only @ $50 pp. Bernie Williams is a renowned jazz guitarist and former Yankees baseball star
July 8th @ 8:00 pm
Grammy Award-winning Jazz Vocalist
Cécile McLorin Salvant with a Quintet
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
6050 Main Street, Tannersville, NY 12485
Tickets Purchased Ahead: $25 adults/$20 seniors/$7 students
At the Door: $30 adults/$25 seniors/$7 students
Cécile McLorin Salvant is a composer, singer, and visual artist. The late Jessye Norman described Salvant as “a unique voice supported by an intelligence and full-fledged musicality, which light up every note she sings.”
Join Us for an after-party at Last Chance Tavern hosted by Dave and Lauren Kashman
July 9th @ 2:00 pm
Dancers from the New York City Ballet Perform A Tribute to Jacques d’Amboise
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
6050 Main Street, Tannersville, NY 12485
Tickets Purchased Ahead: $25 adults/$20 seniors/$7 students
At the Door: $30 adults/$25 seniors/$7 students
The Catskill Mountain Foundation in partnership with Works & Process pays tribute to dance legend and beloved community member Jacques d’Amboise with a program featuring stars from New York City Ballet performing works by George Balanchine. Join us to celebrate the life of this extraordinary dancer and choreographer.
Buy tickets for all events online at catskillmtn.org, email boxoffice@catskillmtn.org, or call 518 263 2063
able here as well. Soon decadent hotels and lavish inns popped up, along with restaurants and retail establishments to support these folks.
Next, transportation was needed to bring the folks with parasols and top hats to the coolness of a summer breeze. So the railroad came to town to bring the needed supplies, along with the workers, servants to help serve our visiting aristocrats.
Times have certainly changed, as the invention of air travel took our annual visitors to other stops and places of intrigue around our nation or foreign destinations.
The mountaintop economy suffered. Establishments closed or burned down and many dwellings were abandoned or went into disrepair.
Over time, more people settled here as different industries took off and “upstate” became the place to play in New York with outdoor recreational activities leading the charge. So this became a great region to settle and raise a family while working and living in your own vacationland.
The Dutch were joined by others who came to America to settle in Manhattan and the Big City. There are big pockets of differing cultures spread all across our region, each finding a way to live harmoniously.
During the recent pandemic many folks and families flocked to the Catskills to escape the crowded cities and keep themselves and their loved one safe where a priority was space and clean air … and lots of it. With multiple opportunities to work from home, a move upstate was a perfect solution in this health crisis and many started to share with others that going back to the city might not be to their liking.
Another exciting development for families is that students who went off to college or work in the big cities started coming home. Previously, they had not returned to their Catskill roots for most of their adult lives, only to come home when they were needed to take care of their aging parents. These mountain top kids are now choosing to return home earlier and create families and homes of their own. Also, those who have traveled here to visit or vacation are staying and moving here full time.
So again I ask … why here in the Catskills?
The reasons could be many of the topics we’ve brought up already, but there must be more than that, right?
Other areas have reasonable commuting locations, or incredible outdoor recreation, or work-from-home jobs, or fresh air and natural beauty to witness, fresh food and farms, incredible hamlets filled with amazing stores and tasty restaurants, the vibe of Woodstock, or even the cultural and historical events that happened here. So why here?
I spent the past month asking myself, and others, why they thought living in the Catskills was the right choice for them.
After meditating on this question, my answer was simple. It is our community and the community spirit that makes the difference. Many who hold a wish to enjoy all aspects of their lives. Catskills people are living their authentic and full lives. No more
traffic jams and smog and if needed quick trips to the hustle and bustle of the big city are only a few hours away and the retreat home is the prize. We can have both. We can have everything.
Never in a million years did I believe I would live here. Like many, it was a nice place to visit but New England was my home, it always had been. I always thought I would retire as the morning radio host on a Burlington, VT radio station, a place I loved and where I had met many friends as a TV broadcaster of Vermont Catamount Sports teams on local and regional broadcasts.
On my way to that destination, well, honestly, the Catskills happened. I began coming to spiritual retreats in Hunter at the Xenia Resort and later helped the owners who migrated from Ukraine to open a wellness center there. They and those who attend their retreats are still family to me in a homey environment. In my efforts to market that wellness location, I met a visionary pharmacist and scientist from Tannersville who believes we can do better with healthcare and I was asked to join his management team, and later our team helped him open America’s first nonprofit community pharmacy.
Community has always been important to me, but since my college days, I have been a tumbleweed going where the breezes of change took me. I was a rudderless boat, without anchor. The Catskills have changed all that for me. One could argue that my decision to put down roots to attach myself to a wellness center and open my own massage and healing practice was all that I needed to do to join a community. But I know it was much more than that.
I was welcomed by everyone and in turn welcomed them into my life. As a man of spirit, I know that we are all souls meant to treat each other with love and respect. When we do this and help others, we help ourselves and together we create harmony in our communities The Catskill Mountains are the previous and next generation of just how #CommunityMatters.
Like those before me, I am home now and soon others will have what we’re having too. Then they will take their turn at sharing their story as we all have done. Let me finish by asking you now, “Why the Catskills for you?” We who have settled here, know you have an answer.
Greg Madden is the Development Manager at Wellness Rx Pharmacy where he also practices ancient healing modalities like Tui-Na Medical Massage and BioPhoton Light Therapy. Find our more at 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 Phoenicia, NY (PharmacyforthePublicGood.org), both located on Main Street.
DOCTOROW CENTER FOR THE ARTS
7971 Main Street Village of Hunter
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Ticket Prices: $11 / $9 seniors & children under 11
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• 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 July. 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: Courthouse Square, 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/
Western & Swing Week 2023
Jay Ungar & Molly Mason host this full week of Vintage Jazz, Swing, Western-Swing, and Classic Country music and dancing.
Location: The Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge
More Info: ashokancenter.org
THROUGH JULY 9
The 39 Steps, adapted by Patrick Barlow Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you get this fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! This two-time Tony Awardwinning treat is packed with nonstop laughs and over 150 characters, resulting in a riotous evening of pure pleasure.
Location: Shadowland Stages, 157 Canal Street Ellenville
More Info: shadowlandstages.org
Fiddler on the Roof
This treasured universal story tells the tale of a poor man who struggles to hold on to his Jewish cultural traditions as they are threatened by national and political forces; all the while, his eldest daughters seek marriages of love with his blessing as they reject their family’s proposed arranged marriages.
Location: Woodstock Playhouse, 103 Mill Hill Road, Woodstock
Times: Fridays & Saturdays @ 7:30 pm; Sundays @ 2:00 pm
More Info: woodstockplayhouse.org
Good People
THROUGH JULY 28
Windham Arts Alliance: “Focus on Photography”
An opportunity for photographers to display their works. The variety of approaches and interpretations and techniques makes this a truly eclectic show.
Location: Main Street Community Center, 5494 Route 23, Windham
More Info: mainstreetcenter.org or 518 734 4168
THROUGH AUGUST 6
SELF: Portraits + Places
The premise for this exhibition is the notion of “self” as reflected in the work of three artists— Brenda Goodman, Julie Heffernan, and Elisa Jensen.
Location: Kleinert/James Center for the Arts, 36 Tinker Street, Woodstock
More Info: woodstockguild.org
THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2
Woodstock School of Art Instructors Exhibition Works by School faculty.
Location: Woodstock School of Art 2470 NY212, Woodstock
Time: Monday-Saturday, 9:00 am-3:00 pm
More Info: woodstockschoolofart.org
Leaving Bishop Falls: An Ashokan Story
Exhibition
Construction of the Ashokan Reservoir, part of New York City’s water system, flooded communities long established in the Esopus Valley. That action reverberates today.
Location: Ulster County Historical Society 2682
Route 209, Kingston
Days & Time: Friday-Sunday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm
More Info: ulstercountyhs.org
Margaretville Fire Department Field Days
Support your local Volunteer Fire Department with fun for all ages: Rides, Food, Beer, Fireworks, Games, Live Music, and so much more! Fireworks are Saturday July 2 and Monday July 4. Entrance is free, but donations are accepted
Location: Margaretville Village Park, Bridge Street, Margaretville
When down-on-her-luck single mom Margie Walsh loses her job, she reaches out to old flame Mike, a Southie boy who left the neighborhood and became a successful doctor. Margie’s attempt to hit Mike up for a job takes on a threatening cast when she realizes the power a secret from Mike’s past holds. With wry humor and astonishing realism, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright David Lindsay-Abaire creates both a loving portrait of his hometown and a widely relatable tale of socio-economic struggle.
Location: Franklin Stage Company, 25 Institute Street, Franklin Times: Thursday-Saturday @ 7:30 pm; Saturday Matinee @ 3:00 pm; Sunday @5:00 pm More Info: franklinstagecompany.org
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
THROUGH SEPTEMBER 15
Yoga for Gardening with Pamela Martin
Join us for outdoor yoga classes led by Pamela Martin and other local yoga teachers. Learn tips and tricks to avoid injury, and to help support the body during gardening and yard work. A stretch and strength class appropriate for multiple levels. Please bring a mat, water, sunscreen and bug spray. Wear comfortable clothing you can move in. In case of inclement weather, sessions will take place indoors in the Education Center.
Location: Mountain Top Arboretum, 4 Maude Adams Road, Tannersville
Time: 3:15 pm
More Info: mtarboretum.org
THROUGH OCTOBER 2
Shinglekill Falls Market Mondays
Live music, food vendors, craft beverages, fresh produce, breads, eggs, and lots of locally made goods!
Location: Shinglekill Falls, 500 Mountain Avenue, Purling
Times: 4:00-7:00 pm
More Info: On Facebook: Shinglekill Falls Farmers Market
THROUGH OCTOBER 11
Farmers & Makers Market at Tuthilltown Distillery
With an ever-evolving collection of farmers, growers, makers and crafters each week, you’ll want to visit again and again.
Location: Tuthilltown Distillery, 14 Grist Mill Lane, Gardiner
Time: Wednesdays, 10:00 am-2:00 pm
More Info: tuthilltownmarket.com
Woodstock Farm Festival
A celebration of local farmers, producers and artisans.
Location: Mountainview Parking Lot, Rock City Road, Woodstock
Time: Wednesdays, 3:00-7:00 pm
More Info: woodstockfarmfestival.org
Kingston Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market hosting local food vendors, music, and workshops.
Location: Ulster County Courthouse, 285 Wall St., Kingston
Time: Every Saturday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
More Info: kingstonfarmersmarket.org
JULY 1
Fairy Garden Day: Fairy House Construction
Made Simple with Maureen Garcia
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.
7971 Main Street, Village of Hunter 518 263 2001 • www.catskillmtn.org
In this outdoor workshop, we will forage and gather nature supplies throughout the Arboretum. Utilizing our finds, we will construct oneof-a-kind fairy house structures throughout the Arboretum’s magical fairy garden! Techniques and tricks of the tiny trade will be shared and demonstrated.
Location: Mountain Top Arboretum, 4 Maude Adams Road, Tannersville
Time: 10:00 am-12:00 pm
More Info: mtarboretum.org
Maverick Family Saturdays: Chief Baba Neil Clarke African Rhythms
Chief Baba Neil Clarke has traveled the world exploring drumming traditions and styles from the African Diaspora as lead percussionist for Harry Belafonte and NEA Jazz Master Randy Weston’s African Rhythms. His discography includes over 30 recordings and videos with various artists. A frequent educational speaker, Clarke continues the legacy of authentic African drumming traditions in the Americas. These short interactive events, long a Maverick tradition, are designed for enjoyment by children in grades K-6. Admission is free.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 11:00 am
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
Kidstock!
Live music and activities for kids including face painting, crafts, an obstacle course and more! The fair will be held rain or shine! Pay what you wish—suggested donation $20/family.
Location: West Kortright Centre, 49 West Kortright Church Road, East Meredith
Time: 11:00 am-4:00 pm
More Info: westkc.org
In the Colony Beer Garden: International Reggae Day with Celebration with Kenyatta
“Culture” Hill
Celebrate International Reggae Day at the outdoor colony beer garden with Kenyatta “Culture” Hill, Sundub and Rebelle.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 3:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Jazz at the Maverick:
Pablo Ziegler Jazz Tango Trio
For decades, Buenos Aires-born, Grammywinning pianist, composer and arranger Pablo Ziegler has been one of the most important figures in Argentine New Tango. After performing in tango grand-maestro Astor Piazzolla’s legendary quintet for over a decade and appearing on iconic Piazzolla recordings, Ziegler’s music now refines and reimagines the bounds of the modern tango tradition. Ziegler’s recent release, Jazz Tango won the 60th Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album with his trio, Hector Del Curto and Claudio Ragazzi.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
The Helm Family Midnight Ramble: Elizabeth & The Catapult
Elizabeth Ziman’s colorful imagination, smart lyrics and catchy melodies are a testament to why this singer-songwriter, who performs as Elizabeth and the Catapult, is often found collaborating—most recently with Sara Bareilles on Apple TV’s Little Voice and with Paul Brill on award winning documentaries.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
JULY 1-31
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, By reservation only, no walkins. Dates 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
Cuarteto Latinoamericano
Cuarteto Latinoamericano is one of the world’s most renowned string quartets and, for forty years, the leading proponent of Latin American music for the genre. Founded in Mexico in 1982, the Cuarteto has toured extensively throughout the world. Winners of two Latin Grammy Award for Best Classical Album, they have also been the recipients of many other prestigious awards. This performance will include works by Mozart, Carlos Chavez, Silvestre Revueltas, and Hector Villa-Lobos.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: Pre-concert talk at 2:30 pm, concert at 4:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
OMNY Taiko Drummers
OMNY Taiko Drummers returns to the mountaintop to present their eagerly anticipated performance in Tannersville. OMNY Taiko’s mission is to foster a culture of community and support through the art of Japanese taiko drumming to impact and connect our global society. This performance is FREE, but reservations are highly recommended.
Location: Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street, Tannersville
Time: 6:30 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
Midnight North
A group of multi-instrumentalists with songwriting roots in Folk and Americana, Midnight North is a mainstay on the stages of the national touring circuit. Rolling Stone hailed them as the “Best New Act” in its review of 2018’s Peach Music Festival saying the band “takes the best parts of roots music and weaves them into a tapestry of rock and Americana.”
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
JULY 2, 8-9, 15-16
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
Times: Saturdays @ 2:00 pm, Sundays @ 11:00 am
More Info & Tickets: bearsvilletheater.com
JULY 4
OMNY Taiko Drummers
OMNY Taiko Drummers returns to the mountaintop to again present their eagerly anticipated performance in Windham. OMNY Taiko’s mission is to foster a culture of community and support through the art of Japanese taiko drumming to impact and connect our global society. This performance is FREE.
Location: Windham Civic & Performing Arts Center, Main Street, Windham
Time: 2:00 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
JULY 7
First Fridays Catskill Stroll Main Street, Catskill on the 1st Friday of every month. Local shops are open late, most until 8 pm, offering specials like sips & snacks, pop-ups, music, discounts, and FUN!
Location: Main Street & Bridge Street, Catskill More Info: firstfridayscatskill.com
Catskill Mountain Foundation
25th Anniversary Celebration: Bernie Williams Collective
The first event in the Catskill Mountain Foundation’s 25th Anniversary Celebration weekend is a jazz concert with the Bernie Williams Collective. Bernie Williams is a renowned jazz guitarist and former Yankees baseball star. A limited number of tickets are available for the concert.
Location: Doctorow Center for the Arts, 7971 Main Street, Hunter
Time: 7:30 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
Maverick Family Saturdays: Wayfinder Experience
The Wayfinder Experience is a Kingston-based Arts & Education company that fosters personal growth through Live Action Role-Play and community building. These short interactive events, long a Maverick tradition, are designed for enjoyment by children in grades K-6. Admission is free for children and adults.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 11:00 am
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
Music on the Belle
Free live music series. BBQ, frozen drinks, food trucks, gondola rides, climbing wall, lawn games. July 7 is Guilty Pleasure: Motown, R&B, soul, funk, disco, pop & more.
Location: Belleayre Mountain, 181 Galli Curci, Road, Highmount
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
More Info: belleayre.com
Near Life Experiences: A Variety Show with Storytelling and Music
Near Life Experiences is an evening of five unique storytellers with five unique stories to tell with two musical interludes.
Location: Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main Street, Rosendale
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: rosendaletheatre.org
The Secret Trio
Presented by Woodstock Invitational Luthiers Showcase
Woodstock Invitational Luthiers Showcase is an annual international acoustic guitar and stringed-instrument makers’ festival. They are excited to invite The Secret Trio to play their first ever concert series at Maverick Concerts. The evening will be unplugged, playing off the natural acoustics created by the wooden construction of Maverick’s historic hall. This new concert series anticipates the twelfth edition of the Woodstock Invitational Luthiers Showcase, October 13 -15, 2023 in Woodstock.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
JULY 8
Mountain Top Historical Society
Annual Members Meeting/200 Years of Beauty: Tourism and the Catskills
Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the construction of the Catskill Mountain House. Carl Fowler will show historic images along with modern day photos of legendary sites such as the Mountain House, and other grand hotels and access routes to those sites by rail, river, and road. Mr. Fowler will also tell the story of the Laurel House Depot sign, and other depot signs of the area. Public is welcome.
Location: Historic U&D Train Station, 5132 Route 23A, Haines Falls
Time: 10:00 am
Registration: Registration required. Email mthsdirector@mths.org or call 518 589 6657.
More Info: mths.org
Catskill Mountain Foundation
25th Anniversary Celebration: Cécile McLorin Salvant appearing with a Quintet Cécile McLorin Salvant will be performing with her Quintet at the Orpheum Theater in Tannersville as part of the weekend celebration of the Catskill Mountain Foundation’s 25th Anniversary. The late Jessye Norman described Salvant as “a unique voice supported by an intelligence and full-fledged musicality, which light up every note she sings.” A post-concert reception will be held at Last Chance Tavern on Main Street in Tannersville.
Location: Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street, Tannersville
Time: 7:30 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
Brighton Beat
The Brighton Beat is a fun, unique and engaging spectacle for all ages. The band’s influences range from Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, to modern cutting-edge NYC Jazz with a heavy helping of classic New Orleans brass band funk. Since 2010, the band has developed a style of performance that uniquely engages the audience and is fun for the whole family. Positive, uplifting, danceable music is a trademark of The Brighton Beat sound. Instrumental songs that feature room for the horn section to improvise anchor the band’s set, but the show often includes guest vocalists, audience participation, group sing-a-longs and even the occasional circus act.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Black Joe Lewis
When Joe and his band, the Honeybears, popped onto the national stage over a decade ago, many critics embraced him as a vital and distinctly American voice combining the garage, the blues, the propulsive and synergistic live performances that inhabit the spaces of James Brown, Lightnin’ Hopkins, and the MC5.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
Mak Grgić, guitar Chamber Music: Tales of the Hispanic World Touted as a “gifted young guitarist” by the New York Times, Grammy®- nominated artist Mak Grgić is a star on the worldwide stage. From the ethnic music of his native Balkans to extreme avant-garde and microtonal music, his roles as soloist, collaborator, and Grammy-nominated recording artist are fueled by curiosity, imagination, and boundless energy. In his Maverick debut, he will perform works by Albeniz, Tarrega, Alberto Ginastera, Walton, Tadic, and Manuel de Falla.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
JULY 9
Beer, Brewing and Bronck
This lecture lasts about 25 minutes, after which the audience members will be given the opportunity to ask questions and to taste three homemade beers. There is a $10 fee. Reservations are suggested.
Location: Bronck Museum, 90 County Rt. 42, Coxsackie
Time: 1:00, 3:00 & 5:00 pm
More Info: gchistory.org
Catskill Mountain Foundation
25th Anniversary Celebration:
Dancers from the New York City Ballet perform a Tribute to Jacques d’Amboise
The Catskill Mountain Foundation in partnership with Works & Process pays tribute to dance legend and beloved community member Jacques d’Amboise with a program featuring stars from New York City Ballet performing works by George Balanchine.
Location: Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street, Tannersville Time: 2:00 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
Vintage Base Ball: Bovina Dairymen v. Delhi Polecats
The teams of the Delaware County Vintage Base Ball Association are dedicated to producing historically-accurate and competitive nineteenth century base ball in a family friendly environment throughout Delaware County and the surrounding areas. All games are free and we welcome everyone to join us.
Location: Crawford Field, Launt Hollow Road, Hamden
Time: 2:00 pm
More Info: delcovintagebaseball.org
National Theatre Live Presents Fleabag
Written and performed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge and directed by Vicky Jones, Fleabag is a riproaring look at some sort of woman living her sort of life. Following a box-office record-breaking run in cinemas in 2019, the one-woman show returns to cinemas to the big screen this summer. The hilarious, award-winning play that inspired the BBC’s hit TV series, was captured live on stage from London’s West End in 2019.
Location: Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main Street, Rosendale
Time: 2:00 pm
More Info: rosendaletheatre.org
The Miró Quartet
The Miró Quartet is one of America’s most celebrated string quartets, having performed throughout the world on the most prestigious concert stages. For 25 years the Miró has performed a wide range of repertoire that pays homage to the legacy of the string quartet while looking forward to the future of chamber music by commissioning new works and collaborating with some of today’s most important artists. This performance features works by Mozart, Caroline Shaw, and Dvořák.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 4:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
Back 2 Mac: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac Back 2 Mac’s 40+ song list spans all the hits of the chart-topping Buckingham / Nicks / McVie era and also features early classics like Peter Green’s “Black Magic Woman” and Bob Welsh’s “Sentimental Lady”. Lush vocal harmonies and an easy-going playfulness with the audience distinguishes Back 2 Mac performances from those of other tributes.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
JULY 12-16
Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival
An annual 4-day ‘Who’s Who’ of bluegrass, newgrass, and roots music on six stages with workshops, family fun, camping, dancing, jamming, foods, crafts, and thousands of fans from around the globe.
Location: 1 Poultney Road, Oak Hill
More Info: greyfoxbluegrass.com
JULY 13
Boudoir Blues: A Classic Burlesque and Cabaret Night
An evening of performances featuring Burlesque, Pole Aerial, Hoop Aerial, Singing & More! Tributing the art of classic burlesque and cabaret. Multiple performances throughout the evening. Sizzling and sultry, prepare to hoot and holler! All are welcome. Be sure to bring those dollars for fun and exciting raffle prizes too! Enter through a door of excitement and enticement of the Boudoir Blues!
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
JULY 13-15
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Maude Adams Theater Hub
Winner of the Tony and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humor. Featuring a fast-paced, wildly funny and touching book by Rachel Sheinkin and a truly fresh and vibrant score by William Finn, this bee is one unforgettable experience. An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. A riotous ride, complete with audience participation, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a delightful den of comedic genius, a fast-paced crowd pleaser and an instant theatre patron favorite.
Location: Doctorow Center for the Arts, 7971
Main Street, Hunter
Time: Thursday & Friday @ 7:00 pm; Saturday @ 2:00 & 7:00 pm
More Info: maudeadamstheaterhub.org
JULY 13-23
Monty Python’s Spamalot Bridge Street Theatre’s 3rd Annual Summer Musical
Lovingly ripped off from the classic film comedy Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Monty Python’s Spamalot is an outrageous musical retelling of the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. The 2005 Broadway production won three Tony Awards, including “Best Musical,” and was followed by two successful runs in London’s West End. Bridge Street Theatre’s third annual student summer musical is sure to delight local audiences while reminding them to “always look on the bright side of life!”
Location: Bridge Street Theatre, 44 West Bridge Street, Catskill
More Info: bridgest.org
JULY 14
Music on the Belle Free live music series. BBQ, frozen drinks, food trucks, gondola rides, climbing wall, lawn games. July 14 is 90 Proof Band: Southern Rock & Country.
Location: Belleayre Mountain, 181 Galli Curci, Road, Highmount
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
More Info: belleayre.com
Sean Matthew Whiteford & The House Party Band
Sean Matthew Whiteford & The House Party Band triumphantly returns to Colony with the summer dance party of your wildest dreams! Party all night to your favorite jams of the 70s/80s/90s and beyond!
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
JULY 14-AUGUST 6
Always … Patsy Cline, Created & originally directed by Ted Swindley
This heartfelt review tells the true story of the country music legend’s unlikely friendship with a fan, Louise Seger, cemented by years of letter-writing. Accompanied by the beloved hits “Walkin’ After Midnight,” “I Fall to Pieces,” “Crazy,” and many more, the housewife and the star share the letters and homespun stories of laughter and tears that brought them together.
Location: Shadowland Stages, 157 Canal Street Ellenville
More Info: shadowlandstages.org
JULY 15
Maverick Family Saturdays:
The Blues and Beyond
The Blues and Beyond, presented by Andy Stack, tells the story of Blues music from slavery to present day through music. Highlighting both historical and musical legacies, this engaging and entertaining program will leave the audience profoundly affected and with a new appreciation of how far we’ve come as a country and how far we still have to go. These short interactive events, long a Maverick tradition, are designed for enjoyment by children in grades K-6. Admission is free for children and adults.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 11:00 am
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
Northern Week BBQ & Dinner Dance
Dine, dance, or just enjoy a great evening of New England & Québécois music and dancing under Ashokan’s outdoor pavilion! Learn dance basics and then join in the contras & squares with caller Will Mentor and live music by Genticorum and Lighthouse. Dinner @ 6:00pm, dance lesson @ 7:30pm, Québécois & New England Contra and Square Dance @ 8:00pm.
Location: The Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge
Time: 6:00 pm
More Info: ashokancenter.org
Nick Hakim with Marem Ladson
Since 2013, Nick Hakim has demonstrated that his talent can’t be contained within the restrictions of categorization. Hakim’s criticallyacclaimed debut album, Green Twins, solidified his status as a versatile artist pushing the boundaries of genre and embracing fluidity between R&B, soul, indie, psychedelia and more. From there, he proceeded to link up with the likes of Erykah Badu, Anderson .Paak, BADBADNOTGOOD, Mac DeMarco, Onyx Collective and many others.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
An Evening with Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams
Contemporary Music
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.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
disguise, and friendship. This beloved play asks us some of life’s greatest questions and is full of live music, laughter, and some of Shakespeare’s most beautiful language. A comedy for all ages—both accessible and relatable—As You Like It explores what it means to love, make a fool of yourself, and rebel against ‘The Man’.
Location: Outdoors and Under the Tent Behind the Red Barn, Main Street, Hunter
Time: Thursdays-Saturdays, visit website for times
More Info: catskillmountainshakespeare.com
JULY 16
2023 Landscape and Garden Tour
Beach Movie Night: Jaws
Experience the thrill of the classic summer blockbuster, Jaws, under the stars at Belleayre Beach. Gather your friends and family and come enjoy an unforgettable evening of suspense and terror. Grab your favorite snacks and refreshments at the Snack Shack, and get comfortable with a cozy blanket or rent one of our Sun Chairs.
Location: Belleayre Beach, 33 Friendship Manor Road, Pine Hill
Time: 8:45 pm
More Info: belleayre.com
JULY 15-16
Weaving Weekend with Tabitha Gilmore-Barnes
Join experienced weaver Tabitha GilmoreBarnes for an introductory tapestry weaving workshop where participants will learn about basic weaving techniques, weaving tools and materials. Each workshop participant will receive a Harrisville Designs Lap Loom Kit to keep so they can continue their practice at home. This workshop is suited for kids and adults ages 10 and up.
Location: Headwaters Arts Center, 66 Main St, Stamford
Time: 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
More Info: roxburyartsgroup.org
JULY 15-16 & 22-23
Dividing the Estate, by Horton Foote Horton by the Stream
This comic drama about a family squabbling to grab their share of their family’s estate hits a nerve with anyone who has ever experienced the angst of family dynamics. Watch the unraveling in Deep South Texas style.
Location: Doctorow Center for the Arts, 7971
Main Street, Hunter
Time: 2:00 pm
More Info: hortonbythestream.org
JULY 15-30
Catskill Mountain Shakespeare
Follow two of Shakespeare’s most enchanting heroines, Rosalind and Celia, as they escape the austere world of the court in search of freedom in the Forest of Arden. Once there, they are swiftly entangled in a comedy of romance,
The 32nd annual tour to benefit the West Kortright Centre will be a journey along beautiful country roads. Get a rare insider look at how local garden enthusiasts have enhanced the natural beauty of their outdoor environments. On view will be a myriad of design sensibilities incorporating flowers, shrubs and trees, stonework, water elements, artwork, vegetable beds, and more. Rain or shine. No dogs, please. Detailed informational directions will be sent before the weekend.
More Info: westkc.org
Juilliard Jazz Ensemble
The Juilliard Jazz Ensemble is made up of students at the Juilliard School in New York.
Location: First Presbyterian Church 96 Main Street, Stamford
Time: 3:00 pm
More Info: friendsmusic.org
Escher String Quartet
The Escher String Quartet has received acclaim for its profound musical insight and rare tonal beauty. In its hometown of New York, the ensemble serves as season artists of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. This performance features works by Mozart, Bartok and Schubert.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 4:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
Vaudeville Frolic of 1923
This vintage variety show features a master of ceremonies and 9 outstanding acts. This all-star, road show extravaganza includes song, dance, comedy, music, sketches, novelties, curiosities and more. Before Broadway, before Hollywood there was vaudeville, and it flourished in every city and every town in America. And now, it’s back!
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
JULY 16-22
Northern Week 2023
Jay Ungar & Molly Mason host a fun and friendly full-week of traditional music & dance from New England, Québec, England, Sweden, and France. Beginners welcome!
Location: The Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge
More Info: ashokancenter.org
Taste of the Catskills Irish Arts Week
Featuring world-class traditional Irish artists! Participate in workshops, lectures, ceilithes, sessions and concerts. The Irish Catskills “East Durham” becomes a living Irish village with non-stop traditional music, dance, art, and more being heard or seen.
Location: Michael J. Quill Irish Cultural & Sports Center, 2267 Route 145, East Durham
More Info: catskillsirishartsweek.com
JULY 18
The Palenville Cemetery
This lecture will be given by Eva Behr and will be held in the Vedder Research Library.
Location: Bronck Museum, 90 County Rt. 42, Coxsackie
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: gchistory.org
JULY 19
Big Thief
Eliciting adjectives like raw, volatile, vulnerable, and intimate, the folk-tinged indie rock of Brooklyn’s Big Thief is shaped by the very personal songwriting of singer/guitarist Adrianne Lenker. She began releasing solo material as a teen in the mid-2000s before partnering with eventual bandmate Buck Meek on a pair of duo EPs in 2014. After forming the four-piece Big Thief, they released their first album, Masterpiece, in 2016. The following year’s Capacity marked their debut on several charts, including the Independent Albums and Americana/Folk charts.
Location: Ulster Performing Arts Center, 601 Broadway, Kingston
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: bardavon.org
JULY 19-23
HITS on the Hudson IV
The HITS Saugerties Series welcomes equestrians for nine weeks of events. The majestic Catskill Mountains provide a sweeping backdrop to this exciting series, that has made its home at HITS-on-the-Hudson since 2004.
Location: HITS-on-the-Hudson 454 Washington Ave. Extension, Saugerties
More Info: hitsshows.com
JULY 21
Music on the Belle
Free live music series. BBQ, frozen drinks, food trucks, gondola rides, climbing wall, lawn games. July 21 is The Four26: contemporary & classic pop, rock, R&B & more.
Location: Belleayre Mountain, 181 Galli Curci, Road, Highmount
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
More Info: belleayre.com
Best of the Beatles: 1968-1970
Some of the Hudson Valley’s finest musicians bring you the best songs of the late period albums by the Beatles. Musicians include Joey Eppard, vocals & guitar; Leslie Ritter, vocals; Scott Petito, bass & music director; Jeff Mercel, drums & percussion; Will Bryant, keyboards; and Adam Widoff, guitar.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Jeremy Bar-Illan and Dragonfly 13 R&B Ensemble
Jeremy Bar-Illan and his Dragonfly 13 R&B Ensemble bring a unique instrumental blend of styles – jazz fusion with a classic R&B feel. With a mix of original compositions and classics, the juxtaposition of Bar-Illan’s electric guitar and the dynamic brass section offers a captivating display of virtuoso improvisation, bringing the audience a uniquely compelling journey at each performance. Bar-Illan refers to it as “an ever changing voyage through sound.”
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
JULY 21-23
Ken Ludwig’s Lend Me a Tenor
A comic farce of mistaken identity, Lend Me a Tenor won three Tony Awards and four Drama Desk Awards.
Location: Woodstock Playhouse, 103 Mill Hill Road, Woodstock
Time: Fridays & Saturdays @ 7:30 pm; Sundays @ 2:00 pm
More Info: woodstockplayhouse.org
JULY 22
Birds of Prey and Wildlife Rehabilitation with Ravensbeard Wildlife Center
Learn about the natural history, habitat, unique hunting styles and the rehabilitation stories of some of Ravensbeard’s resident birds of prey! Through up-close interaction with five live birds, learn the importance of raptors in our ecosystem and how the birds at Ravensbeard came to be with us. These short interactive events, long a Maverick tradition, are designed for enjoyment by children in grades K-6. Admission is free for children and adults.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 11:00 am
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
Vintage Base Ball: Fleischmanns MAC v. Kingston Guards
The teams of the Delaware County Vintage Base Ball Association are dedicated to producing historically-accurate and competitive nineteenth century base ball in a family friendly environment throughout Delaware County and the surrounding areas. All games are free and we welcome everyone to join us.
Location: Historic M.A.C. Grounds @ Fleischmanns Park, Wagner Avenue, Fleischmanns
Time: 1:00 pm
More Info: delcovintagebaseball.org
National Dance Institute
Mountaintop Summer Residency Performance: Rise
National Dance Institute returns to the Catskill Region to conduct a two-week dance intensive for local children. The residency will culminate in a joyful performance featuring colorful banners created over the many years of our collaboration. This is a high energy event that draws large crowds every year!
Location: Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street, Tannersville
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
Meredith Monk and John Hollenbeck
Duet Behavior 2023
Duet Behavior 2023 is an intimate evening of Meredith Monk’s music as it has never been experienced. Through a conversational approach, long-time friends and colleagues Monk and Hollenbeck expand and improvise on pieces from across Monk’s 50+ year catalogue, combining her pioneering vocal magic with his inventive and masterful percussion to generate new arrangements of Monk’s iconic compositions. Indoor concert.
Location: West Kortright Centre, 49 West Kortright Church Road, East Meredith
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: westkc.org
Nanna
In the ethereal songs on Nanna Hilmarsdóttir’s first solo album, How to Start a Garden, she sings of being lost and hopeful, remaining calm through apocalypses large and small, with orchestration that feels organic while also sculpted and modern. Nanna may be best known for her work with her band, Of Monsters and Men, which arrived in 2011 to almost immediate acclaim as their first album topped charts worldwide. Their live prowess landed them headlining festival spots around the world. With three globally successful albums under their belt, Nanna found herself writing an album she felt needed to be delivered in her very own way.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Indian Classical Music with Steve Gorn, Vinay
Desai & Samir Chatterjee
An evening of Indian classical music with Steve Gorn, bansuri; Vinay Desai, vocal/harmonium/ tabla and Samir Chatterjee, tabla.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
Saturday Creature Features Presents:
Godzilla (1954)
The original Japanese version of the first Godzilla film, uncut and with no English dubbing. Director Ishirō Honda filmed Godzilla’s Tokyo rampage to mirror the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, stating, “If Godzilla had been a dinosaur or some other animal, he would have been killed by just one cannonball. But if he were equal to an atomic bomb, we wouldn’t know what to do. So, I took the characteristics of an atomic bomb and applied them to Godzilla”. Come see the original Godzilla, in its original theatre format, with full theatre sound.
Location: Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main Street, Rosendale
Time: 9:30 pm
More Info: rosendaletheatre.org
JULY 22-23
Crealitation (The Flying Humans) Exhibition
Cassidy A. Maze’s Time Machines Art Exhibit and Trunk Show” is based on the book series, Crealitation (The Flying Human Series) by Cassidy A. Maze. The Exhibition is scheduled to perform as “a roaming rides series—for 3 years and 33 nights,” just as Legend has it … the roaming rides are made possible by The Prattsville Arts Center, Camp Now, and The Catskills Flight Trail—Independent Artist and Business Alliance.
Location: The Prattsville Arts Center, 14562 Main Street, Prattsville
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
More Info: crealitation.com
JULY 23
The Twilight Inn Fire
At the Twilight Park Clubhouse, Twilight historian Joanne Ainsworth and Town of Hunter Historian
Dede Terns-Thorpe will present the tragic story of the Twilight Inn fire that occurred on July 14, 1926.
Location: Twilight Park Clubhouse, Haines Falls
Time: 1:00 pm
Registration: Registration required. Please email mthsdirector@mths.org or call 518 589 6657.
pianist David Fung is widely recognized for interpretations that are elegant and refined, yet intensely poetic and uncommonly expressive. This performance features works by Stravinsky, Tchaikovsky, and Schumann.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 4:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
JULY 24-28
Acoustic Guitar Camp 2023
Ashokan Acoustic Guitar Camp offers guitarists of all levels an opportunity for real immersion and growth in a friendly environment where people can sing, jam and share valuable musical knowledge.
Location: The Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge
More Info: ashokancenter.org
JULY 25
HITS on the Hudson Tuesday I
The HITS Saugerties Series welcomes equestrians for nine weeks of events. The majestic Catskill Mountains provide a sweeping backdrop to this exciting series, that has made its home at HITS-on-the-Hudson since 2004.
Location: HITS-on-the-Hudson 454 Washington Ave. Extension, Saugerties
More Info: hitsshows.com
JULY 26
Guitar Summit 2023
We invite our community to enjoy a wonderful evening of acoustic guitar players. Don’t miss this incredible lineup.
Location: The Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge
Time: 7:30 pm
More Info: ashokancenter.org
Bartees Strange
Where his 2020 debut record Live Forever introduced the experiences and places that shaped Bartees Strange, his new album Farm to Table zeros in on the people—specifically his family—and those closest to him on his journey so far. Across 10 songs, Bartees is celebrating the past, moving towards the future and fully appreciating the present.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
JULY 26-30
HITS on the Hudson V
JULY 27
Wael Farouk Piano Recital
Hunter International Music Festival
Praised as a “formidable and magnificent pianist” by the New York Concert Review, EgyptianAmerican pianist Wael Farouk is known for his groundbreaking performance projects.
Location: Doctorow Center for the Arts, 7971 Main Street, Hunter
Time: 7:30 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
JULY 27-30
Greene County Youth Fair
Held each year in July, the Greene County Youth Fair is one of very few fairs around the country that offers free admission and entertainment for all ages. The fair is a celebration of the talents of Greene County’s youth, enabling them to strive for higher goals and receive encouragement for their efforts. The fair is family oriented and offers kids of all ages exciting music, displays and entertainment, along with hands-on agricultural education.
Location: Mountain Avenue, Cairo
More Info: thegreenecountyyouthfair.com
JULY 28
Almost Queen: A Tribute to QUEEN
THE most authentic QUEEN live show since the days of QUEEN themselves. A deliberate four piece band, Almost Queen delivers a live performance showcasing signature four part harmonies and intricate musical interludes. Donning genuine costumes, Almost Queen recaptures the live energy and precision that is the ultimate QUEEN experience.
Location: Bearsville Theater, 59 Tinker Street, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info & Tickets: bearsvilletheater.com
Hubby Jenkins
Presented by Woodstock
Invitational Luthiers Showcase
Fung, piano
The Manhattan Chamber Players are a chamber music collective of New York-based musicians who share the common aim of performing the greatest works in the chamber repertoire at the highest level. Formed in 2015 by Artistic Director and violist Luke Fleming, MCP is comprised of an impressive roster of musicians who all come from the tradition of great music making. Praised by The Washington Post for his “ravishing and simply gorgeous” performances,
The HITS Saugerties Series welcomes equestrians for nine weeks of events. The majestic Catskill Mountains provide a sweeping backdrop to this exciting series, that has made its home at HITS-on-the-Hudson since 2004.
Location: HITS-on-the-Hudson 454 Washington Ave. Extension, Saugerties
More Info: hitsshows.com
Hubby Jenkins is a talented multi-instrumentalist who endeavors to share his love and knowledge of old-time American music. Jenkins seamlessly slides from Black Appalachian, North Carolina banjo to deep roots blues. As an integral member of the Carolina Chocolate Drops and later Rhiannon Giddens band, Jenkins has performed at festivals and venues around the world, earning himself both Grammy and Americana award nominations. He brilliantly illustrates the commonality of the new generation of African American songsters, in spirit and music.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
Iron & Wine: Back to Basics with Special Guest Half Gringa Iron & Wine is the musical project of singer–songwriter Sam Beam. Born and raised in South Carolina, Beam’s home recorded debut garnered both critical and popular acclaim and he was vaulted into the spotlight of the burgeoning indie–folk and Americana scenes. Now entering its 20th year, Iron & Wine have released seven full length recordings, numerous EPs/singles, and collaborations all on their way to becoming a four–time GRAMMY nominee. Iron & Wine’s music has captured the emotion and imagination of listeners with their distinctly cinematic songs; in particular they’ve become synonymous with the movies Twilight and Garden State and continue to find a home in your favorite film, TV show or streaming playlist.
Location: Ulster Performing Arts Center, 601 Broadway, Kingston
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: bardavon.org
JULY 28-AUGUST 17
Hello, Dolly!
The winner of ten Tony Awards including Best Musical when it debuted on Broadway in 1963, with Grammy and Academy Awards to follow, Hello, Dolly! is one of the most beloved and long enduring musicals in the history of Musical Theatre.
Location: Woodstock Playhouse, 103 Mill Hill
Road, Woodstock
Time: Fridays & Saturdays @ 7:30 pm; Sundays @ 2:00 pm
More Info: woodstockplayhouse.org
JULY 29
Climb It for Climate Phase Two: The Catskills Climb It For Climate is a three part mountain running series that will challenge runners’ skills over the course of three events. This series will take place at three different scenic locations over technical, rugged trail networks, each offering a unique mountain running experience. At every event, The Running Kind will raise money and awareness for a climate forward organization. There are Three Phases to this series:
Phase One: The Appalachian Trail; Phase Two: The Catskills (At Belleayre); Phase Three: The Highlands. Sitting just under 3500ft, Belleayre Mountain offers epic views of the stunning Catskill High Peaks around every turn. Runners participating in the full CIFC series will earn points by competing in a half marathon, while a friendlier 5K will be open to the general public.
Location: Belleayre Mountain, 181 Galli Curci Road, Highmount
Time: 25k start at 9:00 am, 5k start at 10:00 am
More Info: belleayre.com
Lichens of Mountain Top Arboretum with John Franklin
Come for a leisurely stroll along the many paths throughout the lands of Mountain Top Arboretum while we search for lichens, the intrepid little organisms that we see growing on the trees, soil and rocks. We will discuss how lichens are not a single organism, but a complex symbiotic relationship made up of two or more independent parts, a fungus and an algae and/
or a cyanobacterium. Using only available air, water and sunlight, these organisms can create life-sustaining nutrients by photosynthesis and can grow where no other organism can survive. They come in many forms, sizes, and in many colors. We will discuss the types of lichens, where they are found, why they are here, and what they do for the forest.
Location: Mountain Top Arboretum, 4 Maude Adams Road, Tannersville
Time: 10:00 am-12:00 pm
More Info: mtarboretum.org
Piano Recital with Adam Tendler, piano and Alexander Platt, reciter
A recipient of the Lincoln Center Award for Emerging Artists and the 2022 Yvar Mikhashoff Prize, “currently the hottest pianist on the American contemporary classical scene” (Minneapolis Star Tribune), a “remarkable and insightful musician” (LA Times), and “relentlessly adventurous pianist” (Washington Post), Adam Tendler is an internationally recognized interpreter of living, modern and classical composers. Recently honored by the Illinois Council of Orchestras, Alexander Platt has built a unique career spanning the worlds of symphony, chamber music, and opera. Together they will perform works by Copland, Ned Rorem, Philip Glass, Darius Milhaud, and Alberto Ginastera.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
JULY 30
Maverick Family Saturdays: Tracy Bonham & Melodeon: Music That Teaches Music
Two time GRAMMY® nominee Tracy Bonham celebrates the joy of learning and shares her passion for music theory and harmony through original songs, stories and movement. Tracy’s music connects children to their inner beings, hearts, and minds and to others around them. In general, Music education is an essential tool for confidence building, early math skills, and and communication skills. These short interactive events, long a Maverick tradition, are designed for enjoyment by children in grades K-6. Admission is free for children and adults.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 11:00 am
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
Vintage Base Ball: Bovina Dairymen v. Delhi Polecats
The teams of the Delaware County Vintage Base Ball Association are dedicated to producing historically-accurate and competitive nineteenth century base ball in a family friendly environment throughout Delaware County and the surrounding areas. All games are free and we welcome everyone to join us.
Location: Creamery Field Vintage Base Ball Park, County Route 6, Bovina Center
Time: 2:00 pm
More Info: delcovintagebaseball.org
American String Quartet
Hunter International Music Festival
Internationally recognized as one of the world’s finest quartets, the American String Quartet has spent decades honing the luxurious sound for which it is famous. The Quartet will perform Schubert’s String Quartet in A minor, D.804, Bartok’s String Quartet No. 3, and Beethoven’s String Quartet No. 16 in F major, Op. 135.
Location: Doctorow Center for the Arts, 7971 Main Street, Hunter Time: 7:30 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
Danish String Quartet Chamber Music
The Danish String Quartet celebrates its 20th Anniversary in 2022-23, and the GRAMMY®nominated quartet continues to assert its preeminence among the world’s finest string quartets. Formed when they were in their teens, they are renowned for impeccable musicianship, sophisticated artistry, exquisite clarity of ensemble, and, above all, and an unmatched ability to play as one. Performances are characterized by a rare musical spontaneity, giving audiences the sense of hearing even treasured canon repertoire as if for the first time. This performance features works by Haydn, Shostakovich, Britten, and Schubert.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 4:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
Lori McKenna with Mark Erelli
On her latest release, The Balladeer, Lori McKenna offers her most uplifting and uptempo album in a catalog that spans more than 20 years. Her previous album, The Tree, was nominated for “Album of the Year” at the 2019 Americana Music Awards and received widespread critical acclaim, including landing on several “Best of 2018” lists. In 2016, McKenna’s album The Bird & The Rifle was nominated for three Grammy awards as well as three Americana Awards.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
JULY 31-AUGUST 4
Bluegrass Camp 2023
Kimber Ludiker hosts a week of bluegrass instruction and jamming for guitar, fiddle, mandolin, banjo, bass, vocals and songwriting. Jam with and learn from inspirational teachers hand-picked to cultivate a magical musical environment.
Location: The Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge
More Info: ashokancenter.org
2023 CONCERTS & CONVERSATIONS SERIES
WAEL FAROUK PIANO RECITAL
Thursday, July 27 @ 7:30pm
Praised as a “formidable and magnificent pianist” by the New York Concert Review, Egyptian-American pianist Wael Farouk is known for his groundbreaking performance projects.
AMERICAN STRING QUARTET
Saturday, July 29 @ 7:30pm
Internationally recognized as one of the world’s finest quartets, the American String Quartet has spent decades honing the luxurious sound for which it is famous. The Quartet will perform Schubert’s String Quartet in A minor, D.804, Bartok’s String Quartet No. 3, and Beethoven’s String Quartet No. 16 in F major, Op. 135.
HUNTER INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL FACULTY CONCERT
Friday, August 4 @ 7:30 pm Faculty and guest artists of the Hunter International Music Festival perform.
ALL CONCERTS ARE AT THE DOCTOROW CENTER FOR THE ARTS
7971 Main Street, Hunter, NY 12442
Tickets Purchased Ahead: $25 adults/$20 seniors/$7 students
At the Door: $30 adults/$25 seniors/$7 students
Tickets available at catskillmtn.org or 518 263 2063
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Catskill Mountain Foundation is supported in part by New York State Council on the Arts, Greene County Cultural Fund administered by the Greene County Legislature, Jarvis and Constance Doctorow Family Foundation, Royce Family Foundation, Samuel and Esther Doctorow Fund, Orville and Ethel Slutzky Family Foundation, Platte Clove Bruderhof Community, Bank of Greene County Charitable Foundation, Greene County Youth Bureau, Marshall & Sterling Insurance, All Souls’ Church, Stewart’s Shops, Windham Foundation, A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation, and by private donations.
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Instructor: Lisa Orr
Dates: July 21 – 25
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $100
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Instructor: Hirotsune Tashima
Dates: July 28 – August 1
Course Fee: $500
Lab Fee: $60
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
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: 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.
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.
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 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 multi-
piece 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
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.
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.
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: 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: 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.
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 land-
scapes. 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
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: 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.
CLAY FOR SENIORS WEEKLY
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. Age 65+
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: 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.
Celebrating The Catskill Mountain Foundation’s 25th Year of Supporting the Arts in the Mountaintop Region
THE SEVENTH ANNUAL POTTERY FESTIVAL
An exhibition/sale by regional ceramic artists SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 11AM TO 5PM
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 3, 11AM TO 4PM
CATSKILL FIBERS & ARTISANAL CELEBRATION
An exhibition/sale by regional fiber artists & makers FRIDAY-SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6-8, 10AM TO 4PM
Opening Reception: Friday, October 6, 3-6 pm
Sugar Maples Center for Creative Arts 34 Big Hollow Road, Maplecrest, NY 12454
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
Celebrate the Fourth of July with a Bang!
OMNY Taiko Drummers
Sunday, July 2 @ 6:30pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Tuesday, July 4 @ 2:00pm
Windham Civic & Performing Arts Center
Main Street, Windham
Presented by The Windham Foundation
OMNY Taiko returns to the mountaintop to present two performances in Tannersville and Windham. These shows are always full houses: reserve your seats early!
Catskill Mountain Foundation
25th Anniversary Celebration Weekend
July 7-9, 2023
The Bernie Williams Collective
Friday, July 7 @ 7:30 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Note: alternate ticket prices apply The kickoff event of Catskill Mountain Foundation’s 25th Anniversary Celebration weekend features a jazz concert with the Bernie Williams Collective. Bernie Williams is a renowned jazz guitarist and former Yankees baseball star.
Cécile McLorin Salvant with a Quintet
Saturday, July 8 @ 8:00 pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
American Jazz vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant will perform with her Quintet. In 2010 Cécile was the winner of the first prize in the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition. Since then, she has earned several DownBeat Critics Poll awards, and a Grammy for Best Jazz Vocal Album in 2016.
Dancers from the New York City Ballet Perform a Tribute to Jacques d’Amboise
Sunday, July 9 @ 2:00 pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
The Catskill Mountain Foundation in partnership with Works & Process pays tribute to dance icon and New York City Ballet principal dancer Jacques d’Amboise with a program featuring stars from New York City Ballet.
25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Maude Adams Theater Hub
Thursday-Saturday, July 13-15
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Note: alternate ticket prices apply. Winner of the Tony and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humor.
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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Follow two of Shakespeare’s most enchanting heroines as they escape the austere world of the court in search of freedom in the Forest of Arden. Once there, they are swiftly entangled in a comedy of romance, disguise, and friendship. This beloved play asks us some of life’s greatest questions and is full of live music, laughter, and some of Shakespeare’s most beautiful language.
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
Note: alternate ticket prices apply. Visit hortonbythestream.org
This comic drama about a family squabbling to grab their share of their family’s estate hits a nerve with anyone who has ever experienced the angst of family dynamics. Watch the unraveling in Deep South Texas style.
We are THRILLED to celebrate our 25th Anniversary of bringing Arts to the Mountaintop with our most impressive season yet!
National Dance Institute
Mountaintop Residency
Performance: Rise
Saturday, July 22 @ 7:00pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Note: alternate ticket prices apply. National Dance Institute returns to the Catskill Region to conduct a two-week dance intensive for local children. The residency will culminate in a joyful performance with special guest dancers from NDI’s Celebration Team in New York City.
Hunter International Music Festival
July 23 - August 6
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A unique, two-week music festival experience focusing on both solo and chamber music training.
Wael Farouk Piano Recital
Thursday, July 27 @ 7:30pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Praised as a “formidable and magnificent pianist” by the New York Concert Review, Egyptian-American pianist Wael Farouk is known for his groundbreaking performance projects.
American String Quartet
Saturday, July 29 @ 7:30pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Internationally recognized as one of the world’s finest quartets, the American String Quartet has spent decades honing the luxurious sound for which it is famous. The Quartet will perform Schubert’s String Quartet in A minor, D.804, Bartok’s String Quartet No. 3, and Beethoven’s String Quartet No. 16 in F major, Op. 135.
Hunter International Music Festival Faculty Concert
Friday, August 4 @ 7:30 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Faculty and guest artists of the Hunter International Music Festival perform.
Cabaret
Maude Adams Theater Hub
Thursday-Saturday, August 3-5
Outdoors & Under the Tent at the Catskill Mountain Foundation’s Red Barn, Main Street, Hunter
Note: alternate ticket prices apply.
The Kander and Ebb classic set in 1929 Berlin, during the rise of National Socialism and the heyday of dark speakeasystyle clubs where entertainment and decadence entwined.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream Orpheum Dance Program
In collaboration with Aquila Theatre and Joffrey Ballet School New York
Friday, August 11 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, August 12 @ 7:30pm
Sunday, August 13 @ 2:00pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
This unique production, conceived by former Metropolitan Opera ballerina Victoria Rinaldi, transports the audience to an enchanted wood to witness what hilarity unfolds, when fairies meddle with the love lives of mortals.
Mountain: Professor Louie & The Crowmatix, Greg Dayton, Walt Michael & Company
Saturday, August 19 @ 8:00 pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Note: alternate ticket prices apply.
A night of folk, rock, and bluegrass music featuring Professor Louie & The Crowmatix, Greg Dayton, and Walt Michael & Company.
VIRTUAL!
International Fortepiano Salon #16
Sunday, September 10 @ 2:00 pm
HopeBoykinDance
“...a STATE of love”
A Partnership Project with The Joyce Theater Foundation
Saturday, September 16 @ 7:30pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
This new production is a staged moment, centering on a transparent excavation where the words and scripted text, serve as blueprint and balm.
Olivier Tarpaga Dance
“Once the dust settles, flowers bloom”
A Partnership Project with The Joyce Theater Foundation
Saturday, September 23 @ 7:30pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
An original evening-length contemporary dance theater and live music work exploring conflicts between feminism and jihadism in Burkina Faso and the Sahel region, specifically the fragility of women’s autonomy in the face of invasive religious extremism.
Dedication
Maude Adams Theater Hub
Thursday-Saturday, September 28-30
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Note: alternate ticket prices apply.
Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE
A Partnership Project with The Joyce Theater Foundation
Saturday, October 7 @ 7:30pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE offers a captivating program, reflecting Brown’s meditations on social justice, cultural legacy, and community.
No Strings Marionettes: The Hobbit
Wednesday, October 18 @ 3:45 pm
Thursday, October 19 @ 3:45 pm
Doctorow Center for the Arts
In this adaptation of Tolkien’s stirring adventure fantasy, puppeteers adeptly animate marionettes, life-size body puppets and amazing puppet hybrids.
Apollo’s Fire: The Road to Dublin
Saturday, October 21 @ 7:30pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Haunting ballads and legends give way to driving reels, as Celtic fiddlers set sparks flying. Irish singer Fiona Gillespie joins the merry instrumentalists on fiddles, flute, cello, hammered dulcimer, plucked instruments, and harpsichord.
The Rocky Horror Show
Maude Adams Theater Hub
Friday-Sunday, October 27-29
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Note: alternate ticket prices apply. Local talent comes together to bring this raucous, sexy & hilarious cult classic show to life.
VIRTUAL!
International Fortepiano Salon #17: With Guest Dunya Verwey of the Geelvinck Museum, The Netherlands
Saturday, October 28@ 2:00 pm
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
Once upon a time, a musical trio called The Funny Valentines took the stage in the Catskill Mountain Foundation’s Red Barn for the CMF’s first ever musical performance. This November marks the 25th anniversary of that performance, and The Valentines are back with a program of musical favorites both old and new.
VIRTUAL!
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
This Thanksgiving, the Windham Festival Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of Robert Manno, returns with a holiday program featuring acclaimed piano soloist Simone Dinnerstein.
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 CMF Nutcracker, now in its eighth year, has become a holiday favorite of residents of the surrounding Catskills and Hudson Valley. Featuring ballet stars of the future, this spectacular production has become one of the finest Nutcrackers in upstate New York.
The Hot Sardines:
“Holiday Stomp”
Saturday, December 16 @ 7:30pm
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Note: alternate ticket prices apply. These mischief-makers of hot jazz have been described as “potent and assured” (The New York Times) and “simply phenomenal” (The Times, London).
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