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Fall’s welcome arrival in Tannersville brings with it a wave of exciting new creative works, as a trio of contemporary dance companies take to the stage through the Catskill Mountain Foundation’s latest partnership with the historic Joyce Theater of New York City. The residency will give artists from Ronald K. Brown’s EVIDENCE, HopeBoykinDance, and the Olivier Tarpaga Dance Project the space and opportunity to build and refine pieces for their repertoire, as well as showcase works at a series of public performances presented at the Orpheum.
Representatives from The Joyce—which has served as a world-class incubator and beacon of community for the dance world since its inception in 1982—were happy to collaborate with the team at CMF, noting that “the work being done at Catskill Mountain Foundation perfectly aligns with the artists supported by The Joyce,” said Danni Gee, Director of Programming for the theater. The Joyce has a long history of organizing residencies with external arts organizations, said Gee, adding that “providing support to artists from the beginning of the process is critical for the success not only of The Joyce but of the entire field. It is wonderful to be able to work with other organizations who have a clear understanding of the need for space for artists to create so we can all continue to have incredible experiences in our theaters.” The residency provides critically needed working space
By Sarah Belingfor Joyce artists as well, said Gee, who noted that The Joyce’s New York City facility has no “dark” time available for artists to experiment with production and technical aspects of a show prior to load-in. “Having this available in the Catskills is a great addition to the creative process,” she added.
The Joyce presented six companies to the Catskill Mountain Foundation—all of whom were commissioned to create original works for the dance theater, said Gee. While CMF approved the selection of these artists, Gee told us, “I believe they are a true representation of the quality of work and diversity of styles we value and strive to support. Each company has its own unique voice and they offer a broad range of audiences an opportunity to experience incredible dance.”
First up in the series will be a new work from HopeBoykinDance led by the choreographer, dancer, and teaching artist of the same name. Boykin—an alum of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Philadelphia Dance Company, Philadanco as well as an original company member of Complexions—will present a new dance theater work entitled States of Hope on Saturday September 6 at 7:30 pm at the Orpheum.
A “dance memoir of sorts,” States of Hope is a fully scripted, evening-long exploration of “self-discovery, reshaping, and renewal” that will feature narration from Boykin as well as an ensemble
of voices, poetic movement and an original score by composer Ali Jackson. Joyce producer Ross LeClair, who has been working with Boykin to develop the piece, said that States Of Hope “represents a coming together of the various mediums Hope Boykin works in, including text, poetry, and movement, to tell a deeply personal story of Hope’s life as an artist and human. Known to audiences for years in a specific context, States Of Hope allows Hope to tell her own story in her own way. In the production, Hope and the performers will be delivering dialogue and performing choreography, making this a true work of dance theater.”
Following HopeBoykinDance is a showing from the Olivier Tarpaga Dance Project, presenting Once the dust settles, flowers bloom at the Orpheum on Saturday September 23 at 7:30 pm. Tarpaga—a choreographer and composer originally from Burkina Faso, West Africa—first partnered with The Joyce through their streaming programming in 2020, after COVID-19 shutdowns delayed a planned in-person performance. Their current collaboration on Once the dust settles, flowers bloom will culminate in an evening-length live performance to an original score by Tarpaga, in a piece created to “give voice to the refugees of his homeland.”
In creating the work, Tarpaga observed “how the insistent incursion of fundamentalist belief into daily life can crack the most intimate bonds of family relationships between husbands and
wives, in-laws and couples, siblings and cousins.” He added that the piece addresses Burkina Faso as a nation severely impacted by the rise of extremist terrorism—one that is “losing its long-held status as a country that—despite having had its share of political upheaval and struggles over the reins of government—has been a model in the region for social stability among the various family clans, language groups, religious identifications, and tribal alliances that make up its multicultural society.”
Performers in the piece have taken special care to understand the impact that terrorism has made on the Sahel region, having spent rehearsals for the piece processing the June 2021 massacre when insurgents targeted an anti-jihadist civilian defense force in Solhan. “For them to see the news photos of piles of bodies, no time to put the bodies in the right positions, was very hard,” said Tarpaga. “The artists use their emotions as a creative, resilient resource: the ‘dust’ in the title refers to this confusion, the craziness, the killing, the body piles. The flower is the spirit of survival.”
Closing out The Joyce residency is a first time appearance from Ronald K Brown’s EVIDENCE/A Dance Company, which has worked in several capacities with the New York City theater since the early 2000s. Founded in 1985, the Brooklyn-based EVIDENCE blends the traditions of African dance with contemporary choreography and spoken word. Brown—a noted chore-
ographer who has set pieces with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Ailey II, Cleo Parker Robinson Ensemble, Dayton Contemporary Dance Company, Jennifer Muller/The Works, Jeune Ballet d’Afrique Noire, Ko-Thi Dance Company, and Philadanco among others—will present an evening long rotation of works at the Orpheum on Saturday October 8 at 2:00 pm.
EVIDENCE’s residency will provide Brown with the opportunity to continue work on a new piece—Percussion Bittersweet. Brown will draw inspiration for the dance from his travels to Cuba, where he worked with ensemble members from the Malpaso Dance Company. Members of Malpaso will join performers from EVIDENCE in the final showing of Percussion Bittersweet, which will premiere in April 2024 at The Joyce.
October’s showcase will include selections from Upside Down, a piece first created in 1999 in collaboration with the Ivory Coast-based company Jeune’ Ballet Afrique de Noire and choreographer Rokiya Kone. The dance features Brown’s “now widely known and highly regarded fusion style” of African and contemporary dance and “speaks to the ideas of the importance of community and the destiny of the soul,” said Pamela M Green, EVIDENCE’s Interim Managing Director. Also featured will be a contemporary duet entitled March, in which Brown himself will perform. Set to speeches by Martin Luther King, “its social justice message remains eerily relevant,” said Green. “As is often the case, Ron’s social justice messages are beautifully melded into a kinetically rich dance vocabulary that resonates with the heart, the mind and the soul,” she added. An additional highlight will be the showing of Four Corners, a piece originally commissioned for the Alvin Ailey Dance American Dance Theater in 2014. Depicting four angels surrounding the corners of the Earth, Brown draws on West African and modern dance movements “to portray figures who are burdened by grief but ultimately find peace, sol-
ace, and freedom with the aid of ‘the angels in their corners’,” said Green.
The chance for Catskills audiences to see both newly created and re-explored works is a singular artistic experience, said Dannie Gee of The Joyce. “I believe these companies each provide audiences with the chance to engage with them early in the creation process, which is so rare and transformative for artists and hopefully for audiences as well,” she said. “The opportunity to see work while it is still in process and then to see it later, perhaps even on the stage of The Joyce, can form an intimate bond between the audience and the art.”
For the artists featured, the residency is a chance to share both their works in progress as well as the passionate concepts behind them. Said Tarpaga of Once the dust settles, flowers bloom, “I hope that by giving voice to the struggles of Burkinabe women this will bring a recognizable and personal humanity to the issues, raise empathy, and contribute to greater understanding among audiences in the U.S. and Europe.” States of Hope “should also inspire audiences to see their own lives reflected in the journey of the characters and their relationships to love,” said Le Clair, adding that “the blending of dance and text may open up the boundaries of what a dance performance can be and what these talented artists can bring to the stage.” And for the team at EVIDENCE, they hope that Catskills audiences “discover joy and mystery and the beauty of dance—and also hear the messages and reflect on them towards a better world.”
Here’s to a world—and Catskill Mountains—filled with innovative and original new art!
All shows will be at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street in Tannersville, NY 12485. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit catskillmtn.org.
The Catskill Mountain Foundation presents A Partnership Project with The Joyce Theater Foundation
Saturday, September 16 @ 7:30 pm
This new production is a staged moment, centering on a transparent excavation where the words and scripted text, serve as blueprint and balm.
“Once the dust settles, flowers bloom”
Saturday, September 23 @ 7:30 pm
An original evening-length contemporary dance theater and live music work exploring conflicts between feminism and jihadism in Burkina Faso and the Sahel region.
Sunday, October 8 @ 2:00 pm
Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE offers a captivating program, reflecting Brown’s meditations on social justice, cultural legacy, and community.
www.catskillmtn.org | www.joyce.org
n his History of Schoharie County (D. Mason & Co., Syracuse, NY, 1882) William E. Roscoe refers to “the ‘Seminary epidemic’ of 1850 and 1854 that swept over the country and excited the usual steady minds of the people, and made sad havoc with the accumulation of years of economy and industry.” It seems Mr. Roscoe wasn’t a fan of spending money on education, or perhaps he thought too many schools had been built. These were called academies and seminaries, essentially high schools, offering courses that prepared students to join the work force or apply to colleges. These schools offered Latin, Greek, mathematics, engineering, music, and art courses and were places for students to continue their education after graduating from the one room schoolhouses that dotted the landscape every few miles.
Mandatory attendance was still in the future, but a large percentage of children attended school. It has been estimated that by the middle of the nineteenth century, as many as 90 percent of all rural youth in New York attended school for at least a period of time.
Many secondary schools had been built much earlier than in the “epidemic” described by Roscoe—in 1784 the Regents of the University of the State of New York were established by law. In 1787 the first academy charter was granted. The August 23, 1821 edition of the Delaware Gazette printed a notice about the Delaware Academy:
“This institution is now opened for the reception of scholars, under the direction of John A. Savage, A. B. … The tuition has been regulated by the trustees as follows:
“For teaching the Latin and Greek Languages, Astronomy, Natural Philosophy, Natural History, Chemistry, and the higher branches of the Mathematics, or either of them, 37.5 cts. per week. All other branches of science taught in the Academy, 25 cents, and no deduction to be made for the fraction of a week.”
These academies were the principal form of secondary school in New York through the late 1800s. Most had a local board of trustees and charged tuition, but also received funds from the state. In 1813 the Board of Regents established the Literature Fund to aid academies in the purchase of educational materials. State government apparently occasionally attempted to use this fund as a weapon, as evidenced by this item from the Delaware Gazette of March 23, 1836: “The Assembly of this State have, without a dissenting voice, passed a resolution directing the committee on Literature to inquire into the expediency of withhold-
ing from the Oneida Institute the share of the Literature Fund which it is now entitled to receive—in consequence of its being made a nursery of Abolitionism.”
The amounts to be distributed were determined by the number of students in a given school and were drawn from that year’s revenue of the fund. A message from the governor, printed in the Delaware Gazette on January 23, 1856, noted that that year the “capital of the Literature Fund was $268,620.12, its revenue $16,831.26.”
The Jefferson Academy began as a school built by subscription shares, starting in 1812. Additional financing became necessary to finish the building and it was 1817 before it was complete enough to use. In that year Stephen Judd donated to his brother William Judd 108 rods of land contingent on it being used for the school. The building, fully completed in 1822, was a square forty-five feet on a side and three stories tall; it cost about $4,000, and was incorporated as the Jefferson Academy in 1824. The success of the school waxed and waned and in 1852 the land reverted to the Judd heirs.
Certainly by the 1850s, academies and seminaries were all over the area. Various newspapers in both Delaware and Schoharie counties continued to carry ads announcing the tuition fees and start dates of the terms at such institutes of higher learning. An 1857 ad for the Delaware Academy in Delhi shows a surprising situation—the prices had remained more or less constant since 1821.
“The tuition for the upcoming term of 14 weeks by subject: $3.50 for “common” English, $4.00 for higher English and
Mathematics, $5.00 for Latin, Greek, or French, $2 to $3 for Drawing, Flower, and Landscape painting, $10 for piano.” Students attending the Normal Department (teacher prep) attended for free, with a requirement that they attend at least four months a year.
Papers also carried news articles detailing the activities of “Commencement Week;” at the Stamford Seminary and the Delaware Academy, and probably elsewhere as well, these were treated as evening entertainments—recitations, musical performances, and debates—open to the public.
Most of these academies served students from outside the immediate area. In some, the school provided room and board, in others, the local villagers rented space to students. In the fall 1870 term at the Stamford Seminary there were 130 pupils, 55 of whom were boarders. A letter to the editor in the Coxsackie Union of July 4, 1855 lamented the fact that the Coxsackie Academy had difficulty recruiting students from outside its environs because local families were not accustomed to housing boarders. One might begin to see that the housing of students eventually paved the way for housing tourists.
One area school suffered a very serious loss. Several papers carried the story and followups. The July 25, 1854 issue of the Bloomville Mirror carried a report filed with a dateline of Schoharie, July 20, 1854:
“The examination of students connected with the burning of the Richmondville Seminary closed Tuesday night, and five of
them were bound over to the next term of Court for trial. Robert Besson was bailed for $5,000, James Wood for $5,000, Henry Lamb $4,000, Benjamin McDonald $2,000—all boys under 15 years of age. They still refuse to tell all the particulars, but enough has leaked out to satisfy the public that the seminary was set on fire by these boys. The three first named carried shavings up to their rooms in their pockets, wet them with turpentine; removed some plastering, placed them in the ceiling, and one of them set them on fire, went down into the street, and when the alarm was given, fell in with others in aiding the escape of their fellow students and the removal of property.
“Previous to the fire, the boys and several girls were called into the room, told that they were going to burn the Seminary, and the Wood boy administered an oath to them swearing that they would not tell of it. The Lamb and McDonald boys done nothing toward setting it on fire, but happened to catch them at the work, and thus were obliged to take the oath. They say they had no idea they were actually going to do as they said. The Wood boy, on being asked why it was fired, said he had not seen a fire since he left New York—showing a thoughtlessness as to consequences.
“The Seminary will not be rebuilt, as the people in the vicinity have lost over $30,000 already, and are unwilling to hazard any more in such an enterprise.”
An editorial column of travels around the region from the same edition noted that the writer made “a short halt at Rich-
mondville, where stood the large seminary building when we were there last fall, nothing but a few charred fragments of the structure now remain. There is some talk of rebuilding.”
Another article in the Bloomville Mirror, this one dated October 3, 1854, includes the name of the fifth student charged, Lory A. Palmer, but also states that all five were released on $5,000 bail rather than the lower amounts the first article claimed for several. An additional item in that issue notes that “At a recent meeting of the stockholders and officers of the Richmondville Seminary, it was decided to re-build of brick.”
The September 20, 1854 Schoharie Republican also reported that the stockholders and officers voted unanimously to rebuild. But it’s really hard to imagine that they were willing to rebuild because it wasn’t their first fire, and according to William Roscoe in his History of Schoharie County they did not. He described how in the spring of 1852,
“The citizens of this place concluded to make a permanent investment … in one of those palatial seminaries in which many communities become partial. During the summer of that year a building was erected … and school commenced in the fall under very flattering circumstances.
“One night in December of the same year an incendiary laid the whole in ashes, which was a heavy stroke to the stockholders.
“But believing in the wisdom of the investment a similar building was built the season following and opened for patronage in the fall of 1853. The success of this institution was considered certain, but in 1854 the second structure was burned and after an expenditure of nearly sixty thousand dollars, further efforts to rebuild were abandoned.”
James Wood was found guilty and sentenced to the House of Refuge. Benjamin McDonald was found not guilty and the other boys were not tried.
T. M. Bradshaw shares other thoughts on history at tmbradshawbooks.com.
This fall, on September 30 and October 1, an artfully reimagined Octoberfest will return to the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, NY. This year will mark the fourth anniversary of Handcrafted Octoberfest: A Family Harvest Celebration, which offers much more than beer-guzzling and polka-dancing (although both are welcomed!). Produced by Quail Hollow Events, the festival is centered around the concept of handmade, but also infused with harvest energy and Oktoberfest staples.
This fest was once again included in Sunshine Artist Magazine’s 200 Best of 2023 (which compiles the nation’s best contemporary craft fairs), and it has something for every generation, taste, and taste bud—from one-of-a-kind goods by the nation’s finest makers and artisans to the Hudson Valley’s best wine and spirits. There will also be seasonal grub, a beer garden, live musical performances, horse-drawn carriage rides, master pumpkin carving, and a family art and crafts area (with children’s programming and creative free play). Says Ola Rubinstein, director of Quail Hollow Events, “Handcrafted Octoberfest champions the craft, training and story behind each object and attraction. Featuring works of art and craft, but also gourmet specialty foods, local wine and spirits, and agricultural marvels, this celebration highlights the idea of small-batch and hand-spun, with lots of harvest fun for all ages on the side.”
This event provides visitors the rare opportunity to browse one-of-a-kind handmade goods (created by 100+ juried exhibitors in more than ten media categories!), before hopping on a horse-drawn carriage ride, visiting a petting zoo, dancing to live music, and witnessing a weigh-in for what may be the state’s largest pumpkin. Tickets are available online; the full entertainment schedule will be available prior to the event.
Dutchess County Fairgrounds
6636 U.S. 9
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
When
Saturday, September 30: 10am-6:00pm
Sunday, October 1: 10am-5:00pm
QuailHollow.com
FREE PARKING
RAIN OR SHINE
The Catskill Mountain Foundation presents
Wednesday, October 18 @ 3:45 pm
Thursday, October 19 @ 3:45 pm
In this adaptation of Tolkien’s stirring adventure fantasy, puppeteers adeptly animate marionettes, life-size body puppets and amazing puppet hybrids.
Doctorow Center for the Arts
7971 Main Street • Hunter, NY 12442
Tickets purchased in advance* are $25; $20 seniors; $7 students
* + Ticketing Fees. Higher at the door ticket prices apply Catskill Mountain Foundation is supported in part by New York State Council on the Arts, The Greene County Legislature through the Cultural Fund administered by CREATE Council for Resources to Enrich the Arts, Technology & Education (formerly The Greene County Council on the Arts), 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, Stewart’s Shops, Windham Foundation, the A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation, and by private donations.
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Celebrate the unsung hero of the Catskills this September: the cauliflower crop. September 23rd marks the 19th anniversary of the Margaretville Cauliflower Festival. The festival commemorates the historical importance of agriculture in the Catskills and unites the community through fun activities and participating local businesses.
In a time of economic disparity, the rise of the cauliflower crop in the Catskills saved many local dairy farmers from bankruptcy. Planted by William F. VanBenschoten in 1891 in Margaretville, it was quickly determined that the crop thrived in these conditions. Due to VanBenschoten’s success in selling his crop to markets in New York City, other farmers were inspired to plant their own cauliflower farms. The cauliflower industry rapidly expanded, reaching its peak in the early 1900s and lasting throughout the 1940s. This industrial boom provided and supported many other jobs, including crate manufacturers, railroad workers and truck drivers. The cauliflower industry was so important to the Catskill economy that it was considered “headline news,’ making the front page of any paper that it was mentioned in. The Cauliflower Festival serves as a way to remember this important crop and does so in an entertaining way.
This one day affair takes place in Margaretville on September 23 from 11 am to 4 pm. The day is full of fun activities. With experiences including face painting, live music, petting zoos, exhibitions (of both food and art), and an inaugural cornhole tournament, this festival prioritizes bringing the community
together. The festival organizer, Karen Fairbairn says that “the festival is a really down-home event rooted in tradition.” This celebration represents aspects of both past and future traditions; seen in the spectacular tractor parade, the tractors at the exhibit are antiques and modern-day—driven by people who Fairbairn describes as “young and young at heart,” a symbol of past and present. Continuing this theme, all food vendors have a dish that features cauliflower but can also display other foods. The festival pays homage to the rich, historical significance of cauliflower and agriculture in the Catskills while also benefiting the community in myriad ways.
Part of the festival’s focus is highlighting local farmers and vendors. All local businesses are able to participate in the festival, the only requirement is that the items must be handmade and local. This exhibition of food and art gives the community a taste (literally) of the Catskills history.
This annual event is one that should not be missed. It is a fantastic way to take in the last warm days of summer while also having fun with friends and family. This event is more than a festival, it unites and supports the community tenfold. Visit the festival this Saturday, September 23 from 11 am to 4 pm, and celebrate the past while helping the future.
The festival takes place in the Village Park in Margaretville, just behind the Freshtown Market/CVS marketplace. Admission is free. Visit margaretvillecauliflowerfestival.org for more information.
The Hudson Valley’s most revered fall event has made its mark for the second time in a year, on a list curated by MovieMaker magazine.
Woodstock Film Festival is being recognized as one of the “25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World.” This comes only three months after it scored a spot as one of “50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee” which the festival has been recognized with before. The festival continues to grow in popularity, and in 2023 the festival received more than double the submissions than the previous years.
Filmmaker and WFF 2022 Alumni, Sylvia Caminer writes “New York is the quintessential location for a festival, spread across several quaint Hudson Valley locations.”
The Woodstock Film Festival is joined by Sundance, SXSW, and Atlanta Film Festival, among others highlighted in 2023.
The local festival is overseen by co-founder and executive director Meira Blaustein, who Caminer praises along with the Woodstock team. The filmmaker applauds “The team behind the festival for putting together such a stirring group of films, panels and roundtable discussions, which springboarded into fascinating and enlightening conversations on the current state of film. Packed houses were the norm, and we had one of our very best screenings [there].”
Founded in 2000, the Woodstock Film Festival (WFF) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that nurtures and sup-
ports emerging and established filmmakers, sharing their creative voices through an annual festival and year-round programming to promote culture, diversity, community, educational opportunities, and economic growth.
WFF provides innovative mentoring and inspired educational programs benefitting filmmakers, students, and diverse audiences while serving as a powerful cultural and economic engine for New York’s Hudson Valley and beyond. Such efforts have consistently resulted in the festival being hailed as one of the top regional film festivals worldwide. The festival is an Oscar®qualifying festival in the categories of Live Action Short Film, Animated Short Film, and Documentary Short Film.
The 2023 film festival is slated to take place September 27 through October 1. WFF will feature approximately 50+ fulllength films and 80+ short films, along with filmmaker Q&As at venues throughout the Hudson Valley locales of Woodstock, Rosendale, and Saugerties, as well as online.
Key films this year include The Listener by Steve Buscemi, who will be on hand for the screenings of his film; Slide by Oscarnominated animator Bill Plympton, who too will be on hand at the screenings; The Kill Room starring Uma Thurman and Samuel L. Jackson; The New Boy starring Cate Blanchett; Oliver English’s documentary Feeding Tomorrow followed by a farm to table dinner; Joan Baez I Am Noise about the legendary musician, Joan Baez, and much much more.
WFF has a rich tradition of music programming, honoring and building on the diverse musical legacy of Woodstock and the Hudson Valley. As such, notable artists including The Zombies, Keifer Sutherland, Kishi Bashi, Lori Singer and others will perform live at the festival following the various screenings of their films.
Caminer adds that Woodstock has “some of the most impassioned and thoughtful Q&As overall. The Maverick Awards take the prize for the best presentation of festival awards. A festival not to be missed.”
This year the festival will present its Lifetime Achievement Award to the legendary filmmaker James Ivory (Call Me By Your
Name, A Room with a View, The Remains of the Day, Howard’s End) and as part of the tribute will show his film The City of Your Final Destination
Woodstock’s profile has only increased as the Hudson Valley has grown as a destination for prestige film and TV. “The Woodstock Film Festival has been a key catalyst in establishing the Hudson Valley and Catskills as a hub for the film and entertainment industry”, says Meira Blaustein, co-founder and executive director of the Woodstock Film Festival. “Ever since its inception the festival would annually bring hundreds of creatives and professionals from the film and television industry, most of whom new to the area, with many then returning to shoot their next project, purchasing their next home, raising their families, spending their next vacation, shopping...”
This year the Woodstock Film Festival in partnership with the iconic Bearsville Theater recently established a new, permanent film projection hub in Woodstock, New York, bringing the advanced Dolby Atmos Sound and DCP film projector systems to the Town of Woodstock. The new system allows for high-quality film screenings where sound will be interpreted as three-dimensional objects with neither horizontal nor vertical limitation, vastly changing the theater-going experience.
THE ARTS
Clouds Gallery
1 Mill Hill Road Woodstock, NY 12498
cloudsofwoodstock.com
845 679 8155
Founded in 1974, Clouds Gallery has always had a mission to sell quality American crafts with high standards of customer service. Over the years and with changing times, Clouds Gallery has stayed clear with its vision and has added many new and exciting artists. We carry unique wedding bands, sterling silver, semi precious and gold jewelry, as well as handblown, fused and torch work glass, functional and sculptural pottery and artists that excel in wood and metal crafting. Clouds represents over 200 American artisans and we are always looking for new creative contemporary artists to complement our passion to move forward with our dream.
Woodstock Artists
Association & Museum
28 Tinker St. Woodstock, NY 12498
woodstockart.org
845 679 2940
Since its founding in 1919, the Woodstock Artists Association & Museum has been committed to exhibiting, collecting and supporting artists and art education and in sustaining the tradition of Woodstock as a “Colony of the Arts.”
Located in the center of the village of Woodstock, New York, the WAAM functions as a cultural center as well as a repository for the work of American artists associated with the Art Colony. Each year, the WAAM presents a full schedule of group, solo and historic exhibitions of regional artists throughout its five spacious galleries.
Since 2020, I have been the Executive Director of the Woodstock Artists Association & Museum—an arts organization established in 1919 with an exhibition program, educational offerings, a permanent collection of historic Woodstock art and an archive dedicated to the art and artists of the town. Woodstock is my second home, with Brooklyn being my primary residence. I commute weekly during the winter months and live full-time Upstate during the summer. A friend recently said to me, “you work where you vacation”. I do! It feels like an amazing opportunity to take my NYC art world expertise to a more beautiful place like Woodstock! I am able to make good use of my arts administration skills to support the large community of artists and plan exhibitions and events as I would in the city … only with a much better view. Then, after I log off for the day, I explore the region’s natural beauty, arts and culture, shopping, and great food. My favorite spots include the Garden Cafe, Woodstock Design, Levon Helm Studios, and the Saugerties Lighthouse. Woodstock is many things to many people, but for me it’s work and play.
34 Tinker St.
Woodstock, NY 12498
woodstockguild.org
845 679 2079
The Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild is a regional center for the arts located in Woodstock, New York. From its 250-acre mountainside campus and its arts and performance center in the village of Woodstock, Byrdcliffe offers an integrated program of exhibitions, performance, classes, workshops, symposia, and artists’ residencies. Byrdcliffe embraces all disciplines of artistic endeavor in a collaborative spirit, and seeks creative partnership with other not for profit and educational entities in order to leverage its unique resources for the benefit of the cultural life of the Hudson Valley region. Byrdcliffe was founded in 1902 and has operated as a nonprofit organization since 1938.
2470 NY-212
Woodstock, NY 12498
woodstockschoolofart.org
845 679 2388
Classes in fine art, including drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture are offered year-round in fully climate-controlled studios in historic bluestone and native timber buildings. Classes are open to all, with no entrance requirements or experience necessary. Gallery is open to the public Monday-Saturday. Visit woodstockschoolofart.org for more information.
Sherry Nan Brochhausen Manager, Dixon Woodstock, NY,
simply put, is beautiful; from the people who live and visit here, to the beauty of nature that surrounds us, to the stores that surround our wonderful town; beautiful. The atmosphere is much like the air, clean, crisp, warm, and welcoming. My family and I enjoy strolls through town, going from store to store, restaurant to restaurant, stopping to take pictures everywhere. Everywhere you look, there are dogs abound, strolling along with their families; children laughing, smiling, and making new friends.
When I imagine a life full of possibilities, for not only myself, but for my children, and my children’s children, I think of the wonderful events and opportunities this town is constantly displaying and giving. This town satisfies my inner child and completes the dream of the life I’ve always wanted to have. This is the kind of childhood I’ve always imagined for my own kid, a town full of vibrant colors, acceptance, music and art, wonderful food, places to run and be free; and it’s here, and it’s real. Being a part of the workforce in Woodstock gives me the opportunity to impart the joy on others that I take from being here every day. I love meeting all the locals who are so friendly, kind, and full of knowledge, to meeting visitors who are in shock of all the splendor this town provides. I enjoy being able to be a part of their experience of Woodstock, to give them a great experience at Dixon Roadside, to directing them to the closest stream or trail so that they can have an out of this world experience of their own.
68 Mill Hill Rd.
Woodstock, NY 12498
ATM and Drive-through
Ulstersavings.com
845 679 8384
Ulster Savings Bank is a locally focused and operated mutual savings bank with locations throughout the Hudson Valley. As a bank with no stockholders, our profits are reinvested back into the communities we serve. We are proud to be the recipient of numerous community awards reflecting our belief that helping community changes lives. We invite you to stop by our location in historic Woodstock and say hi to branch manager Deborah Benn. Experience the local difference with US and bank where you matter.
Main Location:
93 Tinker St. Woodstock, NY 12498
845 679 2122
Shokan Bike Rentals Location: 1 Mountain Rd. Shokan, NY 12481
845 657 4001
overlookbicycles.com
We are a friendly, service based bicycle shop with two locations: our main location in the heart of famous Woodstock and our bike rentals location in nearby Shokan. We always have a positive and helpful atmosphere for you to visit! Offering sales, rentals, service, and custom fitting Book your bike rentals online with our super-easy rental system! Bike Rentals are at our Shokan location only. Our main location is open Thursday through Monday from 11 am to 5 pm, and our Shokan rental location is open Friday through Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm.
Tonya Martin, Maverick Road
I’m grateful to have the pleasure of seeing all walks of life come and go, meeting people from around the country & the world. I love the sense of community, dogs, watching the world walk by our store front, the famous hand chair & most importantly a safe space for all.
2 Old Forge Road
Woodstock, NY 12498
ejchocolates.com
On Instagram: @ejchocolates
At EJ Bonbons & Confections, we use the highest quality ingredients. Each batch of artisanal bonbons is made in small quantities allowing us to focus on the finest of details. We not only want to create chocolates that are beautiful, but provide an experience that is full of flavor and texture. Our hand-painted bonbons showcase chocolate as an art. EJ Bonbons & Confections was founded by Emily Kellogg and Pierre Pouplard, two talented Michelin-star trained chefs who love sharing their passion for high-end culinary experiences.
September 27-October 1
Venues across Woodstock, Kingston, Saugerties and Rosendale
woodstockfilmfestival.org
Named one of MovieMaker’s “50 Festivals Worth the Entry Fee” and “25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World,” the Woodstock Film Festival has announced its upcoming 24th annual festival
slated for September 27-October 1, 2023. Screenings of over 100 feature narratives, documentaries, short films, events, and panels will take place in venues across Woodstock, Kingston, Saugerties, and Rosendale. The full lineup will be announced in early September with individual tickets going on sale at the same time. Weekend and Full Festival passes are currently available for purchase online at woodstockfilmfestival.org.
17 Tinker St.
Woodstock, NY 12498
jaritas.com
845 679 6161
Jarita’s Florist has been proudly serving the mid-Hudson Valley area since 1977, offering a rotating collection of flowers, distinctive plants, vases and carefully curated gifts. Overseen by noted floral designer Rita Sands and husband/partner Jay Sadowitz, Jarita’s is committed to offering not only the most exceptional floral arrangements and gifts, but also the exquisite attention to detail that comes with over 40 years in the business. Because all of our customers are important, our staff will always go the extra mile to make your floral gift perfect. Make Jarita’s Florist your first choice for flowers and relax, knowing we have a “100% No Questions Asked” replacement policy. Open Wednesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm.
Back in the summer of 2000 I moved to Woodstock with my family to start the Woodstock Film Festival. At that time, I had been to Woodstock only once before, and knew practically nothing about it other than it was artistic, that it had one small movie theater (Tinker Street Cinema), a couple of art galleries (including the James Cox Gallery), a great bookstore (The Golden Notebook), a good sandwich place (Bread Alone), and a legendary musical heritage. Named appropriately “The Colony of the Arts”, I found Woodstock to be full of talented and whimsical artists of all stripes - painters, sculptors, photographers, dancers, poets, musicians, filmmakers…As a filmmaker myself who co-founded The Woodstock Film Festival, and then continued to run it, now for over 23 years, a community of creatives and free thinkers is my kind of community, and so I stayed. Since that humble beginning of the film festival, it has grown and flourished, and the Hudson Valley at large has been exploding with creativity, and it is such a joy to see this growth. Living in Woodstock was a fertile ground to raise my children in (they are both grown now and have moved on, one appropriately an artist, the other appropriately an environmentalist), while for me, working in Woodstock has been a fertile ground to keep on growing the Woodstock Film Festival in. As someone who much of her life lived in cities, moving to live and work on the mountains could have been a challenge, but because of the pulsating artistic and cultural nature of Woodstock and its surrounding areas, living surrounded by beautiful nature was made possible thanks to the arts and culture that abounds here, and the quirky, free spirited, caring and creative people who populate Woodstock and the Hudson Valley.
Twenty years ago, through a strange confluence of events, I was offered the post of Music Director of the Maverick Concerts. As a working orchestra and opera conductor, it was the kind of job I never expected to have–and yet, in the spirit of the Catskills, it has quietly become one of the joys of my life.
Like many of the most beautiful things about the Catskills, “the Maverick”, as we call it, was for many moons a well-kept secret: here it was, the oldest summer chambermusic series in the nation, going all the way back to 1915, with its simple, rustic and acoustically perfect “Music Chapel” built the very next year … and growing up, I had never even heard of it. But, as the word has finally gotten out about the magnificence of this region, so too, has the Maverick spread its wings: now playing to more folks than ever, and offering an eclectic range of jazz, world, folk, and of course, the finest in classical music performances, over eleven full weekends. At the Maverick Concerts we bring the world to Woodstock, and Woodstock to the world.
What have I come to love about the Catskills? The truly laid-back atmosphere, in which all of these kinds of music are loved, celebrated, and happily co-exist; the ever-more wonderful opportunities for excellent food and drink, often powered by hard-working, creative young entrepreneurs; and most of all, the deep quietude and the vast, glorious landscapes of this region, the sight and sense of which I crave more and more as I get older. Taking an afternoon off for a solitary country drive is my guilty pleasure—tinged, alas, with the sadness that I will certainly never fully explore all of the riches of this region’s rivers, hills and valleys …. But then again, there is comfort in knowing that some unknown treasures will remain so, for future generations to enjoy.
Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild
I have long been drawn to Woodstock’s fine arts legacy both as an historic arts center and as a community for contemporary art and artists. The idea that painting, poetry, dance, theater, sculpture, ceramics, music, and craftsmanship is integral to the quality of life in a small rural town is not a widespread concept and not easily found in the U.S. The arts have long been the foundation of Woodstock’s culture and community and what has made our village an important destination, as well as a haven for artists. As Executive Director of the Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild, it is an honor to work with our dedicated Board, staff, and volunteers to help guide this venerable artists’ organization well into the 21st century while preserving Byrdcliffe’s rich legacy as the oldest active arts colony in the U.S. It is this common goal, of keeping the arts first and foremost in what we do, that makes living and working in Woodstock so special. I like to think that what we do in our small town can set an example for other communities in building an enduring economy based on supporting creativity which has resulted in a community of artists and art appreciators. This may be idealistic but that is what the Woodstock spirit has always been.
Nina Doyle, Executive Director
Woodstock School of Art
Living and working in Woodstock is rewarding, while being surrounded by the beauty of the Catskill Mountains and working with creatives is inspirational. The thriving art and music scene is what first attracted me to Woodstock. As an anchor institution in the Woodstock Art Colony, the Woodstock School of Art (WSA) offers fine art instruction and exhibitions in drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture. For over 55 years, WSA professional teaching artists have created a community of aspiring and accomplished artists. It is my pleasure to be a part of this community.
Inside The Gilded Carriage
95 Tinker Street Woodstock, NY 12498
gildedcarriage.com
845 679 2607
Celebrating 27 years! Specializing in teak, wicker and mixed materials, umbrellas, hammocks and cushions. Garden, poolside, porch or deck & patio. Browse the Kingsley Bate website, and give us a call for prices. Dining tables & chairs, lounge chairs, sofas & sectionals, benches, chaise lounges, swings & rockers. We carry cleaner and sealer to restore your old, weathered teak back to its original color. Need help designing your outdoor space, we make local housecalls! Free assembly and local delivery.
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.
22 Rock City Road Woodstock, NY 12498 colonywoodstock.com
845 679 7625
Located in world-famous Woodstock, Colony is a historic venue with a seasonal, outdoor beer garden, amazing indoor space, and a constant rotation of world-class live music. The beer garden serves up food, drinks, and amazing music to keep your feet tapping while you enjoy a quintessential outdoor Woodstock experience. Available for private events and weddings welcomed!
Maverick Concerts
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
Adam Dorrian & Paku Misra, Sunflower
As someone who is returning to Woodstock after a long stretch of time away, working with Sunflower has been a truly wonderful, welcoming and empowering experience that I have sought to find in my professional life. Being able to integrate myself into a community of diverse, passionate, hard working and like minded individuals has been endlessly rewarding and provides me with an inherent sense of both happiness and calm when I walk into work. With Sunflower, their vision is to fully nurture and elevate the staff to be to the absolute best of their abilities.
Each day that I step into the store that message gets further solidified as I get to build and further a relationship with a collection of peers with a shared goal and ideology: working together to create a safe and welcoming space for both our fellow staff members and the people who walk through our doors everyday. It’s a mentality and feeling that cannot be replicated anywhere else and I’m grateful for it every single day.
The first favorite thing about living and working in Woodstock that I love is the drive back from Manhattan when life requires my presence in the Big Apple. Driving through the rolling hills, apple orchards, farm land and with the mountains in the distance—I can feel my blood pressure fall as I drive north.
Despite being a small community Woodstock demonstrates an openness and welcomeness to the different, the offbeat, the out-of-the-ordinary and the out-of-towner. There is a friendliness and warmness that comes through from the shop owners and townsfolk as you wander among the shops on Mill Hill and Tinker Streets. We do our best to help each other out and ensure travelers find where/what they are looking for.
I love that despite how hot it gets during the day, you rarely need air conditioning at night (usually). If it has been a particularly scorching day nothing is more refreshing than Waterfall Park and the swimming hole.
I love the flea market on weekends that I don’t get to see much since I work weekends, but they always have great stuff, vintage, collectables and yummy jams and baked goods. Everyone is friendly and welcoming and always willing to strike a bargain.
On my day off I love the rail trail with panoramic views of the reservoir and mountains. It gets a little busy sometimes, but if you want to forget you are less than two hours away from Manhattan, a hike around the reservoir is a great walking meditation to bring you back to center.
I have to admit that one of my favorite things about living and working in Woodstock, since I became a dog owner myself, is that it is such a dog town! You will find many dogs (and owners) along Mill Hill and Tinker Streets and most shopkeepers welcome dogs with open arms.
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.
Mountain View Studio
20 Mountainview Ave. Woodstock, NY 12498
mtnviewstudio.com
845 679 0901
Mountain View Studio is located in the heart of Woodstock, NY, within the beautiful mountains of New York’s Hudson Valley. We are dedicated to providing a healthy and inspiring atmosphere for those who wish to teach, dance, play music, heal, learn martial arts, yoga and all that enhances each individual life within the community. A healthy mind and body is our goal; we offer traditional classes, such as African Dance to Yoga.
Caroline Crumpacker Executive Director
Opus 40 Sculpture Park
As a resident of Red Hook in Dutchess County, I love traveling across the river—that watery boundary that can sometimes feel difficult to traverse. Once across, I always feel that I am entering a new psycho-geography, despite being so close to home.
I head West much more often now that I have a professional home of sorts at Opus 40—in Saugerties but very near (spiritually and geographically) to Woodstock. Ulster is rockier and wilder than Dutchess, which I love. And within that is gentle Woodstock. I am always reminded of a town in Colorado as I approach Woodstock. It feels exciting right away, surrounded by mountains, views galore.
What do I love about it? I love the sense that there is still a sense of ‘the commons’ where people gather— be it on the Village Green or Shivastan Poetry Ashram, etc. —to do what they love to do. The town has been gentrified, of course, and it can get crowded, but it still has the feeling, in so many ways, of a great old Hudson Valley artists’ haven. Harvey Fite (Opus 40’s founding artist) was part of the Maverick Theater at the arts colony in Woodstock—established by the writer Hervey White, who became his close friend. The legacy of these artists and many others who spent time in, and were inspired by, Woodstock, and the organizations that honor them is part of everything I love about the town. It feels like the town shapes itself around all of the above—the forces of nature, the artistic legacies and the public spaces. To me Woodstock holds all of that dear and it has a venerable freak flag to fly, which of course I love. Brava, Woodstock! Long may you rock!
Woodstock Invitational
Luthiers Showcase
October 13-15, 2023
At the Bearsville Theater: 291 Tinker St. Woodstock, NY 12498 woodstockinvitational.com
Annual acoustic guitar festival for the community of acoustic stringed-instrument builders, players, collectors and aficionados, presenting a gathering of the finest handmade acoustic guitars and stringed musical instruments from around the world!
David Pinkard & Suzanne Connole (+ Daphne & Milly!)
Woodstock
Wine & Liquors
Located in the heart of Woodstock, WW&L is a family-owned, lovingly curated boutique wine shop with more than 1000 wines, spirits, sakes and ciders from which to choose—from right here in the Hudson valley to all over the world. With a focus on natural and sustainably produced wines, WW&L has something for all in a cozy, unpretentious setting. Owners David Pinkard and Suzanne Connole are loving life in the Catskills, and excited to join the vibrant Woodstock community. David spends much of his time visiting local vineyards and distilleries to bring the best the Hudson Valley has to offer into the shop and is also enjoying exploring the local music and theater scene. Suzanne’s passion for nature leads her up into the mountains to hike the trails, chase waterfalls and discover the natural world that surrounds the town with daughter Daphne and their blue-nose pit puppy Milly. Milly makes the occasional appearance in the shop and will gladly take a pat anytime. They are all so happy to have been so warmly welcomed by the customers of WW&L, and the town and look forward to serving the village for many years to come.
Come visit during in-store tastings most Fridays and Saturdays, and discover something new. Shop online at woodstockwineandliquor.com for pick up or local delivery.
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)
Sunflower is dedicated to providing products you can feel good about sharing with people you love. Prioritizing working with local farms, families, and business, we know where our food comes from. Sunflower is devoted to providing clean and sustainably sourced food, 100% organic produce and a selection of carefully curated items that fit all dietary needs.
Win Morrison Realty
5 Tinker St.
Woodstock, NY 12498
Additional locations in Kingston, Catskill, Phoenicia, Saugerties & Windham
winmorrisonrealty.com
845 679 9444 (Woodstock)
At Win Morrison Realty we listen to your wants and needs while assisting you to make them a reality. We pride ourselves on being the largest and most respected real
estate company in the Hudson Valley. Whether it is a weekend retreat, mansion, land, commercial property or business, our experienced agents will assist you every step of the way. We have seven offices located throughout the Hudson Valley and a team of over 100 real estate professionals. We are members of numerous MLS (Multiple Listing Services) to serve you, from New York City to the Adirondacks. Please stop in or call any of our offices.
Early Terrible
45 Mill Hill Rd.
Woodstock, NY 12498
earlyterrible.com
845 684 7226
Allison Restaurant
51 Tinker Street
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-the-grill bratwurst, burgers, cheesesteak or fish.
Woodstock, NY 12498
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845 684 5887
Italian restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Offering classic Italian dinners, seafood, pasta, salads, wraps, main courses and soups. Specials include portobello salad with salmon, tortilla soup and falafel with pita. Open 8 am to 9 pm, seven days a week.
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.
The Woodstock Pub
17 Mill Hill Rd.
Woodstock, NY 12498
thewoodstockpub.com
845 684 5470
Pub Fare with a Mediterranean Flair! Burgers, sandwiches, pasta, pub favorites, soups, salads and more! Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available. With years of experience in the finest restaurants, our staff is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests. Our caring and committed staff will ensure you have a fantastic experience with us. Our restaurant is available for private events: weddings, business lunches, dinners, cocktail receptions, and more. We would love to discuss how to be a part of your next event.
The Gilded Carriage
95 Tinker Street
Woodstock, NY 12498
gildedcarriage.com
845 679 2607
Dixon Roadside
261 Tinker Street
Woodstock, NY 12498
dixonroadside.com
845 684 5890
A loving nod to a roadside eatery, where you can find uncomplicated foods to eat right on the spot or take with you in the car. The comforting food, welcoming service and midcentury modern architecture all reflect Dixon Roadside’s love letter to an earlier time. Dixon Roadside offers comfort food classics with an occasional modern and fresh twist, sourced from local Hudson Valley and Catskills’ farms and small businesses. Dixon Roadside also offers monthly culinary events and classes. See what’s coming up at dixonroadside.com.
For the well equipped kitchen and beautiful home. Cookware, kitchen gadgets, baking supplies, small electrics, dinnerware, glassware, flatware, table & kitchen linens, candles, bar supplies, local chocolates, outdoor furniture, European soaps. Our brands include Aarke, April Cornell, Bodum, Casafina, Chemex, Cuisinart, Field Company, Kingsley Bate, Le Creuset, Le Jacquard Français, Peugeot, Sodastream, Vietri, Votivo, and Wüsthof. We encourage couples to register for shower & wedding gifts as well as the online registries. We offer gifts as you make your list plus many other services.
Hemp & Humanity
17 Tinker Street
Woodstock, NY 12498
hempandhumanity.com
516 665 9931
Hemp & Humanity showcases New York State and Women-Owned CBD & other cannabinoid products as well as a selection of hemp accessories, bags, novelties, home goods and more. Owner and 50+ Snowboarding
Champion Melissa Gibson founded the company in 2016 and is a nationally recognized expert in matching the plant to people (and pets!). Her Consciously Curated Collection features the most effective and reliable brands available. Customers are empowered with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions and take wellness into their own hands while being kind to the planet.
Lily’s Boutique
24 Tinker Street Woodstock, NY 12498
lilyswoodstockny.com
Facebook: @lilyswoodstock
Instagram: @tinystainkerlilys
845 679 6470
Lily’s Boutique has been in Woodstock for 25 years. We keep evolving to stay fresh and fun! We are now offering handcrafted cozy cotton reversible quilts, beautiful tablecloths, napkins, rag rugs and embroidered pillows for your home. Great gift items for all special occasions! Luscious warm socks, scarves, hats, sweaters, leggings, jewels, local skincare, yummy chocolates, local designers and fun childrenswear! Lily’s always has a fantastic line of partywear! So if you want to look and feel fantastic, come to Lily’s and treat yourself!
Maverick Road
54 Tinker Street
Woodstock, NY 12498
maverickroad.com
845 202 1103
Maverick Road celebrates the artistic & maverick spirit of Woodstock, with curated items from small makers and fair trade merchants. Our mission is to create a space that celebrates beauty, humor and the natural world. We offer a selection of local pottery, prints, housewares, greeting cards & gifts, while creating an uplifting, cheerful & inspiring experience. Here’s what our customers have to say: “It smells so good in here.” … “It’s so happy in here!” … “I want to move in” … “I want to buy everything!” … “Lovingly Curated” … “Smells Like Rainbows!”
Woodsock
54b Tinker St.
Woodstock, NY 12498
woodsockinc.com
845 684 5253
One year ago we moved down the street to our present location at 54b Tinker Street and we are bigger and better than ever! Explore our outsized collection of silly, funny, colorful and beautiful socks. Something for all interests - cooking, sports, dogs and cats, gardening, music, et. al. Our selection also includes beautiful tie-dye, premium organic cotton, bamboo, merino wool, compression socks and fun novelty boxed sets and slides. Visit us online at woodsockinc.com. Socks make great gifts!
Opus 40
356 George Sickle Road
Saugerties, NY 12477
opus40.org
845 246 3400
Created over 37 years by pioneering artist and professor Harvey Fite, Opus 40 is a nonprofit sculpture park, museum and artistic environment with 63 acres of meadows, historic quarrying trails and bluestone quarries—centered on 6.5 acres of earthwork sculpture hand-sculpted entirely from bluestone harvested on site. He framed his stonework sculpture with the surrounding woods and mountains, ensuring the local ecosystem would always be central to the impact of the site. Guests can experience our site for day-visits, guided tours, classes and workshops, or a vibrant season of live performances.
63 Tinker St.
Woodstock, NY 12498
woodstockwineandliquor.com
845 679 2669
Located in the heart of Woodstock, WW&L is a family-owned, lovingly curated boutique shop with more than 1000 different wines, spirits, sakes and ciders to choose from. Customers discover a focus on local wines and spirits, naturally and sustainably produced wines from around the world, in an inviting, non-pretentious environment. Respecting tradition while celebrating innovation. Check out the free in-store tastings and order through woodstockwineandliquor.com for pickup or free local delivery.
The Woodstock Invitational Luthiers Showcase is an annual acoustic guitar festival for the community of acoustic stringed-instrument builders, players, collectors and aficionados, presenting a gathering of the finest handmade acoustic guitars and stringed musical instruments from around the world!
The next Woodstock Invitational Luthiers Showcase is scheduled for October 13, 14, and 15, at the Bearsville Center, 291 Tinker Street in Woodstock. Showcase hours are 11 am to 6 pm each day.
A luthier (from the word lute) is a stringed-instrument maker. Fine handmade instruments such as these are not usually available in music stores or other retail environments, and the Luthiers Showcase is a rare opportunity for the public to see, play and experience the instruments, meet with their makers, discuss custom options and one of a kind creations, and buy or order a dream guitar from dozens of master builders, all gathered together in one place. Other vendors include tonewood dealers, parts and tool suppliers, string and accessories manufacturers, publications and instructional materials, luthier services and schools. The three-day show features continuous live music, mini-concerts, demos and special appearances; plus special exhibits and special
events included in the admission fee. We also present a series of instructional clinics and workshops, taught by some of the world’s finest instrumentalists, and our annual String Sampler Concert, by separate admission.
Woodstock, NY is the internationally known art and music community with a deep pool of notable local talent. Only a twohour drive from New York City, October is peak autumn foliage season in the heart of the Catskill Mountains.
Advance tickets for the 2023 Woodstock Invitational Luthiers Showcase are on sale now through the Bearsville Theater Box Office. General admission is $25 per day; a three-day pass is $60 and includes all exhibits in the Bearsville Theater, Utopia Soundstage and Tonewood Tent, plus 7 hours per day of continuous live music—luthier mini-concert demonstrations and special appearances—in the Bearsville Theater Lounge. Wristbands allow you to come and go as you please. Instructional Clinics & Workshops, Off-Site Concerts and Special Events to be announced are by separate admission
For further news, updates and announcements, please follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/WoodstockInvitational, or visit our website at woodstockinvitational.com.
New Session Begins this September
After a successful three-performance run of A Midsummer Night’s Dream this August, students of the Catskill Mountain Foundation’s Orpheum Dance Program are looking forward to expanding their skills in the new session of the Community Dance Class. The original mission of the Orpheum Dance Program was to expose local children to ballet, and the discipline and joy of performing, by giving them the opportunity to appear onstage with extraordinary young dancers from elite ballet programs. The Community Class was formed after several local children expressed a desire to learn to dance like the trained dancers they shared the stage with during the annual Nutcracker. Offering those local children high level ballet classes was the natural next step. In September 2017, children signed up for their first classes in the Red Barn in Hunter and the classes have continued ever since.
On that first day, everyone was a beginner. These days, those same students perform principal roles in The Nutcracker, win admission and scholarships to prestigious summer programs, and this year, a total of eight girls have progressed to dancing en pointe. The program’s success stories are numerous, from Sydney Henson,
our Nutcracker’s first Clara, who joined the Cleveland Ballet last year; to Orlando Harbutt, the first Nutcracker Prince, who recently completed his first European tour with Ballet BC in Vancouver.
In 2014, the Catskill Mountain Foundation partnered with Victoria Rinaldi, formerly a ballerina with the Metropolitan Opera Ballet Company, to form what would become the Orpheum Dance Program. While the Foundation has presented both classical and contemporary ballet productions each year since its inception in 1998, the Orpheum Dance Program would provide opportunities for local students to take ballet classes and perform on stage in its annual productions. As director of the program, Victoria’s teaching and private coaching experience with students from the Mountain Top and Hudson Valley Region would soon blossom into an annual program including two full ballet productions and a Community Class recital.
In the early days, Peter and Sarah Finn, founders and directors of the Catskill Mountain Foundation, offered to provide their Red Barn studio space in the Village of Hunter. Private lessons and coaching began with the understanding that Victoria would produce and direct the first performances of The Nutcracker in at the Orpheum in Tannersville in 2015. That year, Victoria’s private students were featured in the major roles, and the corps dancers were brought in by colleagues. Auditions were held in September to fill the easier parts played by local children and adults. It was a huge undertaking, as there had been no ballet program in the local area for many years. Participation in The Nutcracker would be free, costumes would be supplied, and children and parents only had to promise to come to rehearsals to be cast in the show. By the next year, performances of The Nutcracker increased to four shows; by 2022, there were six sold-out shows over two weekends.
Prior to their participation in The Nutcracker, most of the local children had never even seen a ballet performed live on stage. They soon wanted lessons—they wanted to dance like the beautiful dancers they saw on stage. With a new understanding of the discipline and a newfound love of ballet, parents wanted an opportunity for their children to have the discipline and structure of good dance training. In September 2017, the Orpheum Dance Program’s Community Class was formed. Each week, students took classes at the Red Barn after school. In the years since then, the classes have expanded to include Ballet I, II and III, and private instruction. This year, instruction in Contemporary Dsance has been added as well.
“The Community Class came about in a backwards way,” says Victoria. In most cases, the ballet program comes first and trains dancers for a long time before the first production is even considered: George Balanchine’s School of American Ballet, for instance, was started in the 1930’s and was in existence for many
years prior to his first production of The Nutcracker in 1954. In the case of the Orpheum Dance Program, its production of The Nutcracker came first, and the school was formed a couple of years later. For the first three years, Victoria’s private students danced the major Nutcracker roles and provided excellent role models for the children. With only raw talent, those students learned to take direction, train, and understand musical cues. The children rehearsed for two months and wanted to dance like the older students. When other regional ballet schools started to notice the progress of these young dancers, she knew that it was time to start her own ballet progam.
“It was gratifying to take new kids and see what they can do now,” says Victoria. “Normally, I taught students who had taken years of lessons and already had the mindset, motivation and desire. Some of the Community Ballet students have that desire now.”
In addition to The Nutcracker each year in early December, the Orpheum Dance Program presents the Community Class Recital in the spring and A Midsummer Night’s Dream in the summer. This year’s production A Midsummer Night’s Dream was a triumph: a new collaboration with the acclaimed Aquila Theatre and an expanded collaboration with the Joffrey Ballet School New York resulted in a fresh, new program that challenged students of the program and delighted audiences.
The 2023/2024 first session starts on September 11. For more information about the Orpheum Dance Program, please visit catskillmtn.org/orpheum-dance-program. To register, please call 518 263 2001.
2023/24 FIRST SESSION
STARTS SEPTEMBER 11
CLASS SCHEDULE POSTS SEPTEMBER 1
PRE-BALLET: Ages 3-5 basic technique games set to music
BALLET I: Ages 5 and up, beginner ballet
BALLET IIa: Ages 7 and up, some dance training required
BALLET IIb: Intermediate, pre-pointe, beginning pointe
BALLET III: Advanced
CONTEMPORARY: Ages 11 and up
ODP students are welcomed into the casts of The Nutcracker and A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
The Program gives a yearly performance in the spring. There are no fees for participation in the performances
• Class size is limited so register early
• Classes are $10 a class paid in 8 week sessions
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.
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.
Delaware & Ulster Rail Road
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.
Gilboa Museum
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 through 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 us as we celebrate our 50th anniversary season! Visit www.hanfordmills.org for more information about visiting the museum and our 2023 Exploration Days, including Metal at the Mill on September 23 and Woodsman’s Exploration Day on October 14.
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.
by E. Merwin
doginbrooklyn.com
An Italian greyhound named Piccolo travels to Brooklyn to search for his artist father, then returns to Venice and looks into his family’s creative roots in Merwin’s fantasy tale. Writer’s Digest Competition Review writes: “The writing is smart, sly, and very effective, and I found myself laughing out loud at the sheer verve and nerve of the narrative and the voice. In a sea of standard mysteries and genre books, this one stands out.”
Route 296 & South Street
Windham, NY 12496
briarsandbramblesbooks.com
518 750 8599
Your go-to Indie Bookstore in the heart of the Catskill Mountains. Briars & Brambles Books is a dream come true for owner & part-time Windham resident, Jen Schwartz. Jen has combined her love of books with her experience as a long-time library volunteer and past library board president to create an inviting, knowledgeable and professional atmosphere. Jen’s hand-picked team includes: a rare-book aficionado, a former teacher with her own line of children’s decor, and a college student with remarkable curiosity. The Briars & Brambles team is committed to providing unparalleled personal attention.
Chamber of Commerce
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 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 store their supplies. There is plenty of on site parking. The Center has a growing offering of classes, programs, and events for people of all ages.
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!
Tannersville Works
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 dedi-
cated desk, comfortable seating, high-speed internet, and access to printers and private calling rooms. Daily, weekly, and monthly rates available.
September 2-3, 2023
Sugar Maples Center for Creative Arts
34 Big Hollow Road
Maplecrest, NY 12354
catskillmtn.org
A unique exhibition of local ceramic artists, celebrating the Catskill Mountain Foundation’s 25th year of bringing art to the mountains. Local artists will display their exquisite handmade pottery, each with their own individual style, for you to enjoy or purchase as a gift.
Handcrafted Octoberfest: A Family Harvest Celebration
September 30October 1, 2023
Dutchess County Fairgrounds
6636 U.S. 9
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
quailhollow.com
This year will mark the fourth anniversary of Handcrafted Octoberfest: A Family Harvest Celebration, which offers much more than beer-guzzling and polka-dancing (although both are welcomed!). The festival is centered around the concept of handmade, but also infused with harvest energy and Oktoberfest staples. This fest has something for every generation, taste, and taste bud — from one-of-a-kind goods by the nation’s finest makers and artisans to the Hudson Valley’s best wine and spirits. There will also be seasonal grub, a beer garden, live musical performances, horse-drawn carriage rides, master pumpkin carving, and a family art and crafts area (with children’s programming and creative free play).
Margaretville
Cauliflower Festival
September 23, 2023
Village Park behind Freshtown Market Place and CVS Pharmacy
Bridge Street
Margaretville, NY 12455
margaretvillecauliflowerfestival.org
Welcome to Margaretville for a great day of fun celebrating cauliflower! Featuring cauliflower for sale, live music, a unique selection of vendors and shopping options, community organizations and activities, and favorite food vendors! The Catskill Forest Association will offer workshops and demos, member vendors of Pure Catskills will be selling their goods, the Middletown Historical Society will have a history tent and kids activities, and WMCHealth Alliance Bus will be on site. Special events include a tractor parade at 11:30, the 1903 auto rally of antique and restored vehicles. Businesses along Main Street will also be open: stop by and visit!
By Francis X. Driscoll
October 21-22, 2023
Dutchess County Fairgrounds
6636 U.S. 9
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
sheepandwool.com
The Northeast’s thriving sheep industry is showcased and celebrated each year in this famous festival that draws a multitude of visitors from across the country to the lovely village of Rhinebeck. Vendors can be found throughout the property, selling fiber and finished crafts. Your day will include fiber artists and crafts galore, workshops, frisbee dogs, and a petting zoo.
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 are permitted. The farm includes a beautiful 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.
purecatskills.com
A regional, buy local campaign developed by the Watershed Agricultural Council to improve the economic viability of the local community, sustain the working landscapes of the Catskills and preserve water quality in the NYC Watershed Region. Pure Catskills works to promote hundreds of farm, forest and local businesses throughout Delaware, Greene, Otsego, Schoharie, Sullivan and Ulster Counties. Search their website for local products, or pick up a copy of the Guide to Pure Catskills Products!
Shawn’s Fresh Fish
5150 Route 28
Mount Tremper, NY 12457
On Instagram: @ShawnsFreshFish
845 702 2120
Located at the Migliorelli Farm Stand. We started our business in 2016. We carry a large selection of fresh fish and seafood. Also, try our fresh made soups, salads and locally smoked fish. Requests welcomed.
Blumen Haus Florist
Prattsville Plaza:
14520 Main Street
Prattsville, NY 12468
blumenhausflorist.org
Find Us on Facebook
518 299 3058
Blumen Haus Florist is a locally owned and operated floral boutique dedicated to creating stunning floral arrangements and providing exceptional service to our customers. We believe in the power of flowers to brighten any occasion and bring joy to people’s lives. What sets us apart is our commitment to quality and personal attention. We hand-select the freshest, most vibrant blooms from local growers and global markets to ensure that each arrangement is of the highest quality. Our experienced florists have an eye for detail and a passion for creating unique, eye-catching designs that will exceed your expectations.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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 prop-
erty 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.
Catskill Mountain Foundation
2023 Performing Arts Season
Doctorow Center for the Arts
7971 Main St., Hunter, NY 12442
Orpheum Performing Arts Center
6050 Main St.
Tannersville, NY 12485
on September 23 @ 7:30 pm; and Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE will perform on October 8 @ 2:00 pm. The Maude Adams Theater Hub will also host pianist Roger Peltzman performing his original show, Dedication, at the Doctorow Center for the Arts in Hunter September 28-30 @ 7:00 pm each night. Finally, our Virtual International Fortepiano Salon Series continues in September with special guest Patricia Garcia-Gil on September 10 @ 2:00 pm. The Salon will be livestreamed on both Facebook and YouTube.
5340 Route 28
Mt. Tremper, NY 12457
emersonresort.com
845 688 2828
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. This September, we celebrate a new partnership with the Joyce Theater Foundation. HopeBoykinDance, the Olivier Tarpaga Dance Project, and Ronald K. Brown will be in residence at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center in Tannersville in September and October, with showcase performances at the end of each residency. HopeBoykinDance will perform “States of Hope” on September 16 @ 7:30 pm; Olivier Tarpaga Dance Project will perform “When the dust settles, flowers bloom”
Emerson Resort & Spa is a hidden treasure surrounded by the splendor of the Catskill Mountains. Open spaces and oversized windows expose stunning views and bring the beauty of the outside in. Enjoy spacious accommodations in the contemporary Inn or Adirondack-style Lodge, nature-inspired spa treatments, mouth-watering meals at Woodnotes Grille or Spa Bites, The Shops at Emerson and the World’s Largest Kaleidoscope.
Greenville Arms
11135 State Route 32
Greenville, NY 12083
greenvillearms.com
518 966 5219
Originally built in 1889, our historically registered Inn is situated on six acres of gardens,
lawns, and woodlands. The Queen Anne Revival-style main house, renovated Carriage House, and recently constructed Cottage building are host to 16 guest rooms open yearround 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.
1161 Co Rd 10
Windham, NY 12496
windhammanor.com
518 944 1448
Our 45-acre property features a 12-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 tall ceilings, tons of natural light, and no detail spared, the space offers the perfect mix of classic mountain charm and modern luxury. We also offer various outdoor wedding 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 Acupres-
sure, 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).
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 organiza-
tion 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 yearround, as well as the Piano Performance Museum, a oneof-a-kind collection of historic pianos and musical artifacts tracing the history of the piano in Europe and America over the past four centuries.
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.
The Catskill Scenic Trail is a 26-mile recreational path that meanders along some the most glorious countryside in 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 IS 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, cross-country skiing and horseback riding.
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.
Francis X. Driscoll
Photography: Images of the Northern Catskills
Work available for purchase at: Tannersville Antiques & Artisans: 518 589 5600
Rustic Mountain Antiques: 518 589 1202
Smitty’s Nursery: 518 734 3489
francisxdriscoll.com • 518 821 1339
A frequent contributor to the Guide magazine, Francis X. Driscoll is an award-winning nature photographer whose work involves total immersion in a setting so that he might capture that rare glimpse. His primary subject is the Catskill Forest Preserve. He shares his craft with others by leading hikes, conducting workshops and giving private instruction.
Catskill Mountain Printing Services
7971 Main Street Hunter, NY 12442
518 263 2001
Your one-stop shop for fast, personal service for all of your printing needs. Graphic design services are available, and we can print green!
WIOX 91.3FM
MTC 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, 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.
Mobile: 917 796 3351 (cell)
Email: lgashley@cbtp.com
leightonashley.com
Expertise & exceptional service. Buying or selling a home can be a complicated and stressful process. You need an experienced, skilled, and knowledgeable real estate specialist with solid accomplishments like me to assist you with the sale of your property or the purchase of a new home. As a top producing Realtor on the Ulster County Board of Realtors and recipient of the Coldwell Banker International President’s Circle Award which is given to the top 8% of Coldwell Banker sales associates worldwide, I will diligently guide you through your real estate transaction from beginning through to successful close. Contact me today to discuss your real estate needs.
237 South Street Windham, NY 12496
brainardridge.com
518 734 5333
Specializing in Windham Mountain and the surrounding area for over 35 years. Visit our web site at brainardridge.com for a variety of listings both on and off the mountain: Homes, Townhomes, Rentals and Land. Whatever your needs we are here for you. Call us today!
Coldwell Banker—
Timberland Properties
TimberlandProperties.com
CatskillPremier.com
Margaretville: 845 586 3321
Boiceville/Mt. Tremper: 845 657 4177
Delhi: 607 746 7400 • Stamford: 607 652 2220
Sidney: 607 604 4394 • Roscoe: 607 290 4130
Start your real estate career today! Unrivaled agent support & the best training in the region. Call or email to learn more: Debra G. Danner, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker/Branch Manager: 518 937 0924 or Debra.Danner@ Timberlandproperties.net.
Gordon Hunter
Mountain Realty
6528 Route 23A
Hunter, NY 12442
gordonrealty.com
518 589 9000
Gordon Hunter Mountain Realty is dedicated to serving you when you’re looking for property in Upstate New York and Northern Catskill Mountains. Our professional staff specializes in properties near Hunter Mountain and Windham
Mountain ski resorts, including Hunter, Tannersville, Jewett, Lexington, Prattsville, Windham, and Ashland. We know the Catskill Mountains and look forward to showing you all that is available to see, do and live in our wonderful world.
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.
Carol Shaw, Broker/Owner
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!
Win Morrison Realty
winmorrisonrealty.com
845 901 6555 (Cell)
Kathy specializes in listening to buyers and sellers and prompt responses. A psychology major/ Bard graduate, Kathy is also fluent in French and Mandarin. Her 20+ years real estate experience includes listing, staging, and selling properties for sellers and representing buyers throughout the Hudson Valley. Associated with Win
Morrison Realty for the last 10 years, she is a regular “Top Producer” and “Premier Agent.” Her client references and Zillow reviews rave about her diligence, knowledge and thorough attention.
Locations in Kingston, Catskill, Phoenicia, Saugerties, Windham & Woodstock
winmorrisonrealty.com
At Win Morrison Realty we listen to your wants and needs while assisting you to make them a reality. We pride ourselves on being the largest and most respected real estate company in the Hudson Valley. Whether it is a weekend retreat, mansion, land, commercial property or business, our experienced agents will assist you every step of the way. We have seven offices located throughout the Hudson Valley and a team of over 100 real estate professionals. We are members of numerous MLS (Multiple Listing Services) to serve you, from New York City to the Adirondacks. Please stop in or call any of our offices.
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 cultural and natural history of the Region.
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 the app today!
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.
Blue Mountain Bistro-to-Go
948 Route 28
Kingston, NY 12401
bluemountainbistro.com
845 340 9800
Open 7 days a week serving homecooked healthy take-out food and baked goods. Featuring local and imported organic foods, delicious homemade desserts, sophisticated four star food by Chef Richard Erickson. At Bistro-to-Go we take seriously our mission to rise to any occasion and keep doing what we do best: serving “Feel Good Food”. Blue Mountain Bistro Catering is an award-winning, chef-owned, full service catering company offering off-premises catering for parties of all sizes. Our goal is to enhance life’s celebrations with delicious seasonal food, creative culinary presentations, and gracious, attentive service. Our passion for good food, good service, and good times will bring life to your party.
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.
Che Figata Bistro
10 Reed Street
Coxsackie, NY 12051
chefigatabistro.org
518 731 2220
We are a small village, family owned Italian restaurant with a BIG passion for food. Consider this a place where everybody knows your name, where you can gather, laugh and be merry. We’ve got something for everyone here in downtown Coxsackie! A wide selection of antipasti, salads, burgers & sandwiches, pasta, risotto, meat & fish dishes, plus a weekly changing brunch menu serving breakfast and lunch dishes. Serving lunch Thursday & Friday 11 am to 3 pm; Saturday brunch & lunch 10:30 am to 3 pm; dinner Sunday 3 to 8 pm, Monday 4 to 9 pm, Wednesday through Saturday 4 to 9 pm. Closed Tuesday. Also offering in house & off-premises catering.
Chef Deanna
1645 County Highway 6
Bovina Center, NY 13740
chefdeanna.com
Weddings and special event catering, with delivery available for larger events! Chef Deanna has been on the cutting edge of the sustainable food industry for over 15 years. Surrounded by farmers and local food makers, Chef Deanna creates beautiful dishes using her Sicilian heritage and her love of everything sweet and savory.
Gracie’s Luncheonette
969 Main Street
Leeds, NY 12451
graciestruckny.com
518 943 9363
Our diner-style burgers, fried chicken sandwich, loaded fries and donuts are our signature menu items. All of our breads, pastries and desserts are made fresh in house every day. We make all of our own condiments and even our own cheese. We buy whole beef from Josef Meiller’s farm in Pine Plains, NY and we grind our own special blend for our burgers as well as cut our own steaks. We also cure and smoke our own bacon, pastrami and other meats. All eggs, dairy, produce and other meats are all sourced as locally as possible. the potatoes for our French fries are even grown right in Catskill at Story’s Farm and hand-cut daily!
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
Hunter Mountain Brewery
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.
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.
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.
The Notch
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.
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.
Peekamoose
Restaurant & Tap Room
8373 State Route 28
Big Indian, NY 12410
peekamooserestaurant.com
845 254 6500
Devin and Marybeth Mills
hail from some of New York City’s finest restaurants, including 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.
Tito Bandito’s
Taco & Tequila Bar
302 Main Street Pine Hill, NY 12465
titobanditos.com
845 254 3113
Tito Bandito’s is the spot to enjoy modern Mexican cuisine and hand-crafted cocktails. Our menu features traditional and inventive tacos, quesadillas, burritos, and much more. The bar serves local and Mexican beer on tap, specialty margaritas, and an extensive tequila list. 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!
Camp Catskill
6006 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
campcatskill.co
518 303 6050
Sustainable gear & gifts, 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. Having the right gear lets you spend more time outside in nature, which in turn connects you to the importance of preserving the natural wonders of our world. We work with brands that care about their impact on the planet and its people, and we donate 1% of our revenue to environmental nonprofits here in the Catskills.
Catskill Mountain Foundation Gift Shop
6042 Main Street
Tannersville, NY 12485
518 589 7500
Operated by the Catskill Mountain Foundation and located next door to the Orpheum Performing Arts Center, our shop features a curated selection of 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.
Moose Crossing
1 Reservoir Rd. Shokan, NY 12481
rustic-cabin.com
845 657 9792
Casual, rustic and country Adirondack-style furniture, home furnishings, home decor, accessories, gifts and collectibles. Hand-crafted, Made-In-America sold wood furniture and furnishings for your home, lodge or cabin. Jewelry, blankets, pillows, rugs and clothing in Native American, Western and country motifs and styles. The best selection of nature-inspired items hand crafted from artisanal craftsmen located locally and from around the country.
The Nest Egg
84 Main Street Phoenicia, NY 12464
thenesteggcountrystore.com
nesteggshop.com
845 688 5851
An old-fashioned country store in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, offering relaxed shopping and mountain hospitality. You’ll find lots of specialty and artisan crafted foods here, from local maple syrup, honey, jams, jellies and preservers, to nostalgic candies and gourmet chocolate, to gourmet peanut butter, and more! 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.
The Sheep’s Nest
45 Main Street
Hobart, NY 13788
thesheepsnest.com
607 434 6918
The Sheep’s Nest is boutique style gift shop carrying embellishments for you and your home. It is housed in an English Cottage that we built after visiting the English countryside. We carry an array of unique items to decorate your home as well as wonderful gifts. Candles, bath and body products, jewelry, scarves, beautiful gift cards, yarn (some from our own Shetland Sheep), and so much more. Woolen creations and other artwork is also featured from time to time.
5340 Route 28
Mt. Tremper, NY 12457
emersonresort.com
845 688 2828
Housed in a 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.
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.
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.
Emerson Spa
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.
Earlton, NY
PowellsTreeCare
@gmail.com
PowellsTree.com
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.
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.
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.
518 378 0664
We offer pruning, removals, viewscaping, woodscaping, storm and emergency clean-up, cabling, fertilization and
By Margaret Donsbach Tomlinson
When is a cantaloupe (technically a muskmelon) ready to harvest? Truly ripe melons offer a taste of paradise, but commercial growers typically harvest them when not fully ripe, so they won’t bruise when shipped long distances. That’s why homegrown melons are so much more luscious than grocery-store melons. Farmer’s market melons, which can be harvested just before market day and transported only the short distance between farm and market, can also be especially sweet and delicious.
Long-season melons, like honeydews, are still best grown in the South, but short-season varieties have been developed that ripen well in our climate. Sugar Cube is a disease-resistant muskmelon with smaller fruit that ripens in about 80 days. Petite specialty melons like Galia and Charentais have also have become more available to U.S. gardeners. And though climate change brings upsetting conditions like floods, smoke, and hotter summer weather, that hotter summer is a silver lining for Greene County gardeners, because it ripens great melons. If gardeners are doing our part to reduce fossil fuel emissions, we might as well enjoy the few benefits of our new climate.
Melon seeds are best planted in late spring. They sprout sluggishly in cold, wet ground and may not develop into strong plants. It’s often recommended to surround melon plants with
black plastic or weed-blocking mat, but gardeners who want to avoid plastic can substitute a mulch of dark compost—it’s the dark color that absorbs heat and warms the ground. Another ground-warming strategy can be a raised bed, maybe a foot or two square, constructed with a couple of layers of bricks. The bricks will hold warmth, allowing melons to be planted a couple of weeks earlier than might otherwise be possible.
Melon vines are natural climbers, with curling tendrils that will cling to whatever support is available. Training them up a trellis or garden fence will keep the fruits off the ground and away from marauding groundhogs. The wild ancestors of our modern melons probably climbed trees; some wild melons bear only nonfruiting male flowers until they reach the sunshine in the treetops.
But when to harvest? Melons change color as they ripen, from green to a more golden color that may be subtle or pronounced. Their scent will become noticeable—some varieties can perfume the whole garden. A perfectly ripe cantaloupe’s stem will begin to separate—slip—from the fruit. While it’s a good idea to provide support, perhaps a simple sling, to keep a ripe melon from falling to the ground, melon rinds are sturdy enough that a fall will not seriously damage the fruit—just be sure to get to it before your resident groundhog does!
The Windham Arts Alliance and the Main Street Community Center are very excited to host a very special Opening and Reception of the Revisiting Our Landmarks Show on September 9, 2023. From 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Dede Thorpe and Larry Tompkins will discuss the history of the postcard sites. Larry, a local historian and past president of the Mountaintop Historical Society, has worked to preserve the history, warmth and charm of Windham with his large collection of postcards, photos and stories. Hunter historian Dede Thorpe says, “I enjoy researching the Mountain Top’s amazing history. I’m looking forward to joining others in the upcoming postcard and history on September 9. The more we learn about our history, the more we love where we live.” It is a special treat to be able to combine the artistic works from members of our community with a presentation on the historic sites that these artists have explored and other local landmarks on the Mountaintop and in the surrounding communities. Mara Lehmann will lead a discussion of the artwork. For the past 25 years Mara has been a well-known landscape painter of mountaintop scenes. She says “I am delighted to see other artistic interpretations of the same landmarks that have inspired my own paintings.
From 2:30 to 3:00 pm visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy the works of art and speak to the artists at a Meet and Greet. From 3:00 to 5:00 pm we are excited to have a perfor-
mance by Lizzy G. & Oly, a female duo featuring the eclectic music of guitarist and singer Lizzy Gross, and percussionist Olympia Avignone, versed in a range of global drumming traditions, including North & West African, Latin American, and Caribbean grooves. Together, as one fan put it, “they take songs we all know and turn them into an experience.” Everyone is welcome and the event is free.
This show, Revisiting Our Landmarks, will combine the history of our beautiful communities with art of the present. Using historical postcards or old photos as a basis for investigating how life was in the past, the artists, using a medium of their choice, will show what the place is like today. Both the old and new scenes will be hung together.
There were many surprises as we looked at the old post cards and realized how vibrant and busy the Mountaintop communities were in the past. I got a particular chuckle out of seeing more than 100 people watching television in front of what was Harry Miller’s department store and Red Bailey’s Electronics store in 1948. The store was on Main Street in Windham, where the Tap House is today. A second image of the Miller’s Store from 1906 was chosen by Carol Tenerowicz as the subject of her lithograph. Carol says, “I chose this image because the Millers were my grandmother’s family. When she arrived from Lithuania, Elka Schenedovich was given an Ellis Island name. Thus, she became
Ella Miller because she had traveled to America to join her family, named Miller, in Hunter, NY. This project has sent me down a ‘rabbit hole’ in search of family history and an effort to figure out our family tree. I believe that Harry and Sam Miller were two of her brothers; but they may have been her uncles. The family was already well established as business owners in the Village of Hunter having arrived in the late 1800’s. She arrived sometime around 1895 to work for her family at their boarding house ‘Miller Cottage.’ When Harry and Sam built the store in Windham, it was not their first store as there was already a store on Main Street in the village of Hunter.
Fawns Leap on the Haines Falls side of the Mountaintop seems on first inspection not to have changed dramatically through the years, but if you look carefully at Athena Billias’ rendition you will see how the area has been reinforced with concrete. Just like the early Hudson River painters’ statements about industrialization coming to the Catskills, Athena has made a statement about the change we are seeing today in our own once pristine environment. Athena says, “This historic site has been turned into a mad tourist trap in the form of a swimming hole. It was originally the treasured and forever wild subject matter for Thomas Cole and the various members of the Hudson River School of Art. Unfortunately, every weekend it is now trashed by people who are unaware of its historical significance. Many are
injured jumping off the top. The creek in its wilder stages floods and erodes the road that is unfortunately running alongside it. The road crews have added to its aesthetic destruction with the concrete buttresses alongside the falls. Often, they too get swept away by the current. In spite of Fawn’s Leap’s natural violence, it is a delicate spot and needs to be left alone.”
In Laura Hornik’s interpretation of Kaaterskill Falls today, whe has created a whimsical collage that emanates peace and joy. Over the past few years, the Falls have become a very popular and often crowded attraction. These falls have been an inspiration for artists through the centuries. Karen Rhodes painted a watercolor of Haines Falls, showing the water flowing over the rocks. By preserving the white paper and adding minimal color she explains that she was able to show what was behind and beneath the water. Karen also shared, “This is an area that had also been painted by Thomas Cole in 1826 called in a work called ‘The Clove, Catskills.’ He stood near there looking east toward the Clove with the evening light on the Hudson Valley.” There was no bridge at that time. “The bridge was added some time in the 1880’s as the entrance to Twilight Park,” Karen added.
Let’s head over to North South Lake Campground and take a walk around South Lake. There in the midst of the woods is a rock that resembles an alligator. Throughout the centuries people have placed stones in its mouth that look like teeth. The visi-
tors to the Mountain House Hotel would walk these same trails dressed in their finery. You will enjoy what Sadhbh Lavery Aborn has done to represent this scene.
The Onteora Church still stands proudly across from what is now the Arboretum. It is a welcome sight as you drive down the road. See how Ruth Sachs painted this beautiful old building. Has it changed or remained the same over the years?
In Jewett, Sheila Trautman was intrigued by the photograph of a barn raising on Peck Road. She realized that it was the barn that stood on the corner of Peck Road and Goshen Street seemingly forever. The Peck brothers once farmed the land there. Sheila and her husband, Paul, remember collecting maple sap with them at Ken and Gladys Morse’s farm on Goshen Street in the 1960’s. Since little stays the same, the barn collapsed while new owners were trying to preserve it. Sheila decided to keep a little bit of its memory alive while painting the barn as it looks today. The view behind it is still beautiful but sadly a piece of local history has been lost to the ages.
As we explore the area’s landmarks and begin to understand the very significant contribution art made to this area and from that to American culture, we would be remiss if we didn’t mention Thomas Cole and the artists of his time. Nancy De Flon photographed the Thomas Cole House in Catskill, NY as it looks today after years of renovation to return it to its origins. Nancy says, “For me it was a no-brainer to select the opportunity to photograph Cole’s house in black and white for Revisiting Our Landmarks. I live fairly close to Cedar Grove and thus visit often, to walk around the grounds or to attend the events that educate about the life and work of Thomas Cole and the other important Hudson River School artists. But particularly irresistible was the challenge of creating this photograph of the house not only showing how it looks now but also using the latest processing software to optimize my image. Cole was flexible in his artistic techniques and so I think he would approve.”
Two of the artists in the show commented on how they felt about the opportunity to participate in this show. Pamela L.
Quick says, “This is such a wonderful honor to be able to participate in this historic moment. There have been quite a few changes to this amazing town [Windham] and I can’t wait to see all the artists renditions.” Ksenia Winnicki reminds us of the importance of childhood memories, “I’ve loved photographing Colgate Lake, a place I grew up visiting as a child, as it gives me a chance to showcase the beauty of this somewhat unknown place in the Catskills.”
What stands where the Train Station in Haines Falls used to be or at the entrance to Twilight Park? Has Stony Clove Notch changed over the years? See what the Main Street in Windham looked like when it was still a dirt road compared to now. Which houses are still preserved? What has changed in Hunter or Tannersville? These are just a few examples of what is awaiting you at the Windham Arts Alliance Show at the Main Street Community Center. Please come and check out the variety of beautiful artwork and enjoy our investigation of the history and heritage of this magnificent and ever-changing area of New York
Revisiting Our Landmarks will be on view from September 1 through November 3, 2023 at the Main Street Community Center, located at 5494 Main Street in Windham. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, September 9 from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. For more information, call the Main Street Community Center at 518 734 4168.
We want to thank the Main Street Community Center for generously sharing their beautiful space with WAA and the Community. Their help in this project has made it possible.
This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of The Office of the Governor Hochul and the New York State Legislature and administered in Greene County by CREATE Council on the Arts.
Bob cats and beavers and bears, oh my! The Catskill Mountains have been home to them all along with rhinos, kangaroos and camels. Oh, really? Yes, rhinos, kangaroos and camels along with 150 species from faraway places once roamed the acres of the Catskill Game Farm. For over 70 years they delighted tens of thousands of visitors—while in fact the *exotic animals, who were posing for their Polaroid pictures, might have been missing their homelands.
*exotic animals = wild animals born on a different continent
Continuing to explore wildlife in Catskill Kids, we went back in time and landed somewhere between 500 and 700 million years ago when our region was simmering under a warm tropical sea and sponges were among the first form of life to appear on earth. We fast forwarded to the *Cambrian explosion—and the arrival about 480 million years ago of Eurypterid, the fierce underwater predator. While many of these creatures swam in those ancient seas, its fossil remains are rare; however, “It became our State Fossil in 1983 and was selected because these rare fossils occur in great numbers in rocks found near Buffalo.” (Eurypterid | the New York State Museum, n.d.)
*Cambrian explosion = over 500 million years ago when the origins of future animals first burst onto the scene as strange and wonderful undersea life forms
So, what wild thing next?
Riddle: Think of an animal who is as fiercely independent yet as loyal to its pack as a wolf—which by the way is making its way from Canada back to upstate New York (yeah!)— yet sometimes as solitary as a bob cat or a bear in its den, hibernating—and dreaming!
Who is this independent, social yet solitary dreamer?
The artist. And upstate New York is crawling with them. So, the same way we can observe the behavior and origin of each of those other wild creatures, we can wonder about the origin of the artist. When, why, and how do homo Sapiens evolve into artists?
Starting this month, I will be interviewing artists to explore their earliest memories of making art. Why? Perhaps, you too are one of this wild breed and wonder how you can grow into a *full-fledged artist!
*full-fledged = a bird that has developed all its feathers and is ready to fly
Strangely, as a child Sarah’s imagination was waking up about the same time she was going to bed. Every night before she and her little sister fell asleep in the purple bedroom where fairies flitted along the edge of the ceiling, her parents would read them a chapter of a book. And the story that stands out in Sarah’s mind is the one they brought home when she was five. It was the first of a new series that would go on to sell over 6,000,000 books worldwide, making its hero and his friends the most well read, and perhaps most well-loved of all time. You guessed it, the story that first *enthralled Sarah flashed from the magical pages of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone *Enthralled = filled with wonder and delight
With books like Black Beauty and Little Women feeding her growing imagination, Sarah felt the urge to bring her own creative ideas to life. The oldest of eight cousins, she would dream up and direct skits for them to perform for the family every Christmas. And so, by the time she was seven
years old, she told her parents that “This is what I want to do!” Today a professional actor and theater *producer, Sarah feels very lucky that her mom and dad were always “incredibly thrilled and supportive and happy” for her to keep acting. So back when she was in first grade, growing up in Montreal, Canada, they enrolled her in a theater program for kids where Sarah began learning her craft, rehearsing and performing on stage with the Pegasus acting troupe.
*producer=the person behind the scenes who does many things to make the play happen, “like raise the money, apply for the grants, help hire the designers, book the van, buy the lumber, build the set—and all that stuff.”
Her wild talent as a young actor, took many years of creative work to cultivate into Sarah’s current career. After majoring in theater in college, Sarah traveled to England to study at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art where she did *conservatory training. “Then I said, I’m going to move to New York to be an actor, and that’s what I did!” As Sarah describes it, her experience in New York City was “very hard and very fun and a very winding road.” But in a way, Sarah knew what to expect. When she was twelve in her friend’s basement during a sleepover, she was mesmerized by Rent, a televised play about a group of young artists struggling to make it in New York City. It was exciting and perhaps prepared her for her own New York City adventure.
*conservatory training=a program for actors (or musicians or any other artist) that trains them in to successful in their artform
In 2020, with her wild imagination driving her northward, Sarah migrated upstate where she founded Catskill Mountain Shakespeare, a theater group devoted both to the plays of William Shakespeare and to the exuberance and diversity of her community—a community which has no boundaries and includes audiences from every background, age and orientation.
What’s next for Sarah and her wild, loyal, fiercely independent troupe?
In 2024 Catskill Mountain Shakespeare will be touring another Shakespeare play, The Tempest, which Sarah describes as “a magical sea story.” They will be performing at middle and high schools throughout the region and offering workshops in theater, acting and improv to allow kids and teens to tap into their own inner artists.
So, whether you make art with spray paint, pencils, clay; by moving your body on stage or breathing in and breathing out a song, playing an instrument or writing a story—being an artist is an adventure. Listening to Sarah Reny speak with joy and excitement about her adventure as an actor, I
am reminded of the wise and delightful picture book, The Artist by Ed Vere, which begins with a question: What is an artist?
And speaking to Sarah Reny, one of many wild artists in our region, I thought of Ed Vere’s words:
“Here is an artist. She sees the wonder, the joy and the beauty. She sees it all and makes it into her ART. The artist’s head is full.
Full of colors, full of feelings, full of moods, full of dreams. Things imagined and things she has seen. All fizzing, buzzing, bumping together, Around and around, turning into ideas. And sometimes… into art.” (The Artist - Ed Vere, 2023)
Catskill Mountain Shakespeare | New York Non-Profit Theatre. (n.d.). catskillmountainshakespeare.com
Eurypterid | The New York State Museum. (n.d.). nysm.nysed.gov/exhibitions/windows/eurypterid Vere, E. (2023). The Artist
Doubleday Books for Young Readers.
E. Merwin is an award-winning author of fantasy, fables and verifiable ghost stories—with Northman’s Daughter winning the Next Generation Book Award, 1st prize for regional fiction.
As of 2023, Nightmarish New York is her most recent of ten spooky titles written for Bearport Publishing and its popular series for young readers. To preview her most recent wild literary adventure visit: www.doginbrooklyn.com
How many animals are watching the artist paint the waterfall?
As writer, actor, producer and pianist, I’m thrilled to announce that the U.S. premiere of my one-person show, Dedication, will be at the Doctorow Center for the Arts in Hunter, NY from September 28 through September 30. This play with music is in category all its own in which I recount my family’s story of fleeing the Nazis and especially my mother’s dramatic escape, and my evolving “relationship” with my uncle, Norbert Stern, a brilliant pianist who was murdered in Auschwitz at age 21. In telling this story I emphasize the role of second generation trauma and how, in my case, music transcended tragedy leading to connection and healing. As with many Holocaust stories it is gripping and tragic, but told with love and, even at times, humor.
Dedication premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival of 2022. From there it was picked up by the Marleybone Theatre in London, where I performed it throughout June of this year. Both experiences were truly memorable and the critics enthusiastic. I was even nominated for a London Offie Award—the equivalent of a New York City Obie. But it was my interactions with the audiences every night that I will cherish the most.
These two venues, (London’s Marylebone Theater and Greenside in Edinburgh), both in the UK, had the advantage of garnering audiences from all over Europe. Many had family who perished in the Holocaust. Some had their own experiences with trauma and could identify with my journey of coming to terms with it. Many were Jewish—but just as many were not. Some
were especially moved by the Chopin I played—which seemed to channel the spirit of my brilliant uncle. All were amazed by the rare photos displayed behind me during the show. And the one photo that especially moved everyone was of my 17-year old Jewish mother disguised as a nun in order to elude the Nazis. After each performance I spoke to many of these people often with tears in their eyes. They were moved by my family’s story, by my mother’s courage and by my obsession to make sure the world didn’t forget them. The gratification I felt at these moments is beyond description. It made all the hard work, traveling and fund raising truly worth it.
In February I will be bringing Dedication to Brussels and Berlin. These shows will be very emotional. It was in Brussels that my mother’s family was arrested and sent to the concentration camps and from where my mother miraculously survived the war. And, of course, Berlin was where the genesis of the final solution emanated from. Brussels will be a homecoming. In Berlin I will be representing my family. They will finally have the last word.
Dedication will be presented at the Catskill Mountain Foundation’s Doctorow Center for the Arts, 7971 Main Street, Hunter, NY 12442. Shows are Thursday, Friday and Saturday, September 28-30 at 7:00 pm. Prices are $25 regular, $20 senior, and free to any high school student. To purchase tickets visit catskillmtn.org or maudeadamstheaterhub.org
Have you been enjoying the summer in the Catskills? The month of September brings cooling temperatures and by mid-month, hints of the vivid leaf colors that will peak in October. While September signifies a slow end to summer, it is a great time to get outside and enjoy the region. Crowds are starting to thin, the temperatures are moderating, and there is generally good weather, all of which make it the perfect time to take the hike, ride a bike, visit a farmers market, have a picnic, or partake in any other Catskills adventure you had been planning!
One thing though, the Catskills have been busy. We’ve seen high levels of use throughout the region, especially at our most popular trailheads and destinations. When you are enjoying the great outdoors in the Catskills, we need you to act responsibly and take care of the great outdoors. The Catskill Park is a “Carry It In, Carry It Out Park,” and that means you won’t find trash receptacles along trails or at trailheads—what you bring in, you should pack back out and take home to dispose of properly. If we all do our part, we can maintain the environment and protect the important natural resources of the Catskills.
Most importantly, we all must work to Leave No Trace when we visit the great outdoors. There are seven principles to the Leave No Trace message, but the overall message is the most important. When you visit an area, leave it as good, if not better than when you arrived. That means staying on trail, not damaging natural features, bringing all of your trash out with you (including those orange peels), and being aware of your impacts on the environment and your fellow hikers.
Please do your part and make sure the forests, trails, swimming holes, and even our roadsides aren’t covered in litter!
We often hear how a place is “loved to death” and can easily see how overuse or high use can negatively impact the natural areas that people want to visit. As part of anything that we do, we want to make sure we are able to welcome more visitors to the Catskills to enjoy our important places, all without harming those places! We want to make sure our visitors help invest in and regenerate our natural areas—we want to love the Catskills to life!
In my mind we can all take a few steps in that direction:
1. As residents or visitors, we need to ensure that we do not just take from the Catskills. We need to find ways to give back, whether they are large or small. When you’re hiking and see a candy bar wrapper, pick it up and pack it out! Thinking bigger? There are lots of volunteer opportunities in the Catskills tackling everything from invasive species to trail maintenance to staffing a fire tower!
2. We need to raise our voices for the Catskill Park with all of our elected officials. We need to continue the good work that has been
By Jeff Sentermanaccomplished in Albany and ensure continued funding to improve the infrastructure of the Catskill Park. These improvements make the Park more accessible, but at the same time help ensure natural resources protection and make for a better Park experience.
3. We need to pass on our love and appreciation for wild areas and the Catskills to new users and generations while understanding that those we talk to may have none of the experiences we have had, and that their frames of reference are likely completely different from ours. We need to move forward together for the Catskills with understanding and compassion on all sides.
4. We need to help the communities of the Catskills. When we enjoy the great outdoors, we need to make sure we also stop on main streets and enjoy our local communities. Get a coffee at a local shop, buy a sandwich at a deli within the Catskills, stop for dinner on your way home in the Catskills. Outdoor enthusiasts need to use their economic potential for good in the Catskills!
Do your part and love the Catskills to life!
A permit is required for all visitors to the Peekamoose Blue Hole and the entire nearby Peekamoose Valley Riparian Corridor along the Rondout Creek, including campers, picknickers, hikers, and
anglers everyday between May 15 and September 15 of each year.
Permits are $10, and must be acquired at least 24 hours in advance, but no more than a week in advance. Only advance registrations will be accepted. No walk-in registrations are available. Permits must list the names of all members of the visiting party when making the registration. Names can be changed up to one day in advance. Each permit will be linked to a vehicle, and the permit must be displayed on/in the vehicle. Permits can be acquired from Reserve America at: newyorkstateparks.reserveamerica.com/.
For more information on the Peekamoose Blue Hole and Riparian Corridor permits, please call the Catskills Visitor Center at 845 688 3369.
At Kaaterskill Falls, Peekamoose Blue Hole, Platte Clove, the Devil’s Path, and at our Catskill Park Fire Towers, the Catskill Center’s Stewards can be found educating visitors of the region how best to have a safe and enjoyable visit without leaving a trace.
The Catskill Park has been at the center of American tourism since the early 1820’s. Fresh air, mountain houses and nature-inspired art made the scenic Catskills a refuge. Much like today, travelers in the 1800’s sought the wilderness and expansive views of upstate New York—a reprieve from their NYC daily routines.
The iconic views in the Catskill Park have been made witness to another, more recent, surge of the tourism industry. With pristine waters, exceptional landscapes, and a plethora of amazing agricultural tourism, it’s no wonder the Catskills were named “number two” in Lonely Planet’s Top Regions, Best of Travel for 2019. Visitation provides a needed economic driver for Catskill communities, and the increase in sightseers brings people and their travel dollars to our rural towns, as well as our natural spaces.
Two of the most iconic, visited, and cherished destinations in the Catskill Park are Kaaterskill Falls and the Peekamoose Blue Hole. A quick internet search of, ‘things to do in the Catskills’ yields a top recommendation of visiting Kaaterskill Falls … and for good reason! The natural gem boasts a drop of over 260 feet over 2 tiers. The stream continues past the main falls area over numerous smaller falls and ledges before cascading over the final falls of this section of stream, Bastion Falls. Needless to say, if you’re one to hike, take pictures in nature, or just looking for a big waterfall, Kaaterskill Falls is the place to visit.
After the inaugural 2018 season of stewardship at the Peekamoose Blue Hole, the Catskill Center has continued to improve the Catskill Stewards Program by identifying other high-use locations in the Catskills and taking what was learned from the Blue Hole to adapt their language, outreach technique, and ultimately the size of the program to better meet the needs of other locations.
Stewards are on site to:
• Welcome people to the Catskills
• Provide information on where to explore and what to avoid
• Describe impacts that are harmful to each location
• Educate how everyone can help reduce their impacts
• Inform people of the most important rules and regulations
• Be a resource for any questions people have about these areas and others across the Catskills
Visitors will continue to come to the Catskills in ever increasing numbers, and bring with them the reminder that everyone needs the tools and skills necessary to enjoy the outdoors responsibly. When stewards are not present, litter increases, natural resources are harmed, and people are less informed about the intricacies of the unique landscape they’re visiting.
Next time you visit one of the stewarding locations, take a moment to introduce yourself to a steward and perhaps thank them for their time and commitment to protecting the pristine quality of the Catskills. After all, the Catskills belong to all of us, a beautiful resource of public lands to enjoy, and protect, for future generations to come.
The Catskill Stewards Program is a program of the Catskill Center, supported by funds from donations by their members and donors. Stewards are paid seasonal staff of the Catskill Center who are trained specifically to meet the demands of welcoming tens of thousands of people to the Catskills annually.
Located at 5096 Route 28 in Mount Tremper, the Congressman Maurice D. Hinchey Catskills Visitor Center (CVC) is the official visitor center for the Catskill Park. A program of the Catskill Center, staff are available at the CVC with information, maps and all the advice needed to plan a Catskill adventure. The CVC is open every day in the summer months from 9:30 am to 4 pm. Visitors can get their Catskill questions answered in person, receive
tourism literature, and make purchases at the CVC’s shop that includes hiking maps, regional books, and much more. CVC staff are also available to answer questions about the Catskills and the Catskill Park via email at info@catskillcenter.org or phone at 845 688 3369 during normal business hours.
In addition to tourism services, there are 1.5 miles of trails on the CVC’s grounds, including the 0.5 mile long accessible Interpretive Loop Trail, which are open to the public daily. The 80-foot tall Upper Esopus Fire Tower is also open daily to visitors, offering unrivaled views of the surrounding mountains and Esopus Creek valley. Picnic tables are available on site for those wishing to enjoy a picnic lunch.
Visitors can explore the ever expanding resources available online for the CVC on the web at catskillsvisitorcenter.org, the CVC’s Facebook page at facebook.com/catskillsvisitorcenter, and the CVC on Instagram at @catskills.visitor.center.
Hike the Catskills with the Hiker Trash Husbands
For years, my husband and I have been trying to find ways to better communicate the love that we have for the outdoors and for hiking, to our friends and family who don’t necessarily get out as much as we do. One way was to start a YouTube channel about our hiking adventures. Thus was born the idea for The Hiker Trash Husbands, which you can now find with lots of hikes in the Catskills at youtube.com/thehikertrashhusbands.
For both of us, The Hiker Trash Husbands is not only a way to show friends and family our hiking adventures, but an effort to provide positive LGBTQ+ representation in the hiking world. We love showcasing our own hiking adventures, along with finding other queer outdoors folks to highlight. You can learn more by visiting our website at hikertrashhusbands.com.
If you’re in the Catskills and have cable TV provided by MTC, you can catch our videos on CatskillsAir, MTC Channel 1.
Chaired by the Catskill Center, the Catskill Park Advisory Committee (CPAC) was established to facilitate communication within the Park. It consists of representatives from local governments and organizations and provides a forum for communities, user groups and stakeholders of the Catskill Park and the Catskill Watershed to discuss issues of regional importance. The purpose of the Committee is to provide assistance, advice and guidance to the DEC, the New York City Department of Environmental Protection and other land managers in the management of the New York State Forest Preserve, the Catskill Park and the Catskill Watershed.
Meetings are held quarterly and are open to the public. If you’d like to learn more, join the mailing list or attend the next meeting, please contact the Catskill Center at 845 586 2611 or email them at cccd@catskillcenter.org with CPAC in the subject asking to be added to the mailing list.
Local recreational opportunities are always changing, and by visiting the Catskills Visitor Center’s Trail Conditions page you can now see updates related to the Catskill Park, Catskill trails, Catskill campgrounds and camping, Catskill boating, skiing, and more at catskillsvisitorcenter.org.
The natural beauty, the majesty of the mountains, the protection of the Catskill Forest Preserve, the region’s natural and cultural resources, all need your help! By supporting the work of the Catskill Center, you support: stewardship of our Catskill Park and its vast natural resources; the Center’s collaborative spirit as we convene, create partnerships and facilitate discussions that benefit the region; and the Center’s work to support education, arts and culture throughout the Catskills.
To support the work of the Catskill Center, become a member online through their website at www.catskillcenter.org/ donate or donate by mail: Checks made out to the “Catskill Center” can be mailed to Catskill Center, PO Box 504, Arkville, NY 12406.
Time in nature, and outdoor recreation has proven to be essential for all.
Especially during uncertain times, all of us, from seasoned outdoor enthusiasts, to families heading out to their local park for the first time, can turn to community and simple reminders about how to safely & responsibly recreate outdoors while caring for one another.
The Recreate Responsibly guidelines came together to offer a starting point for getting outside to keep yourself and others safe while working to maintain access to our beloved natural spaces.
Read on to learn the primary tips on how to responsibly recreate outdoors. Each edition of the guidelines have been developed by bringing together topline issues and experts to distill key concepts that when implemented, build a community of care in the outdoors.
Learn more at recreateresponsibly.org
Check the status of the place you want to visit for closures, fire restrictions, and weather.
Reservations and permits may be required. Make sure you have the gear you need and a back-up plan
Jeff Senterman is the Executive Director of the Catskill Center for Conservation and Development in Arkville, NY, a member of the Board of Directors for the Catskill Watershed Corporation, and the Central Catskills Chamber of Commerce. Jeff graduated with a degree in Environmental Science from Lyndon State College and worked for many years as an Environmental Planner in New England before coming back to New York and the Catskills working in the nonprofit sector. To learn more about the work of the Catskill Center in the Catskills, visit www.catskillcenter.org.
Be an active part of making the outdoors safe and welcoming for all identities and abilities.
There is space for everyone and countless outdoor activities. Be kind to all who use the outdoors and nature differently.
Respect the land, water, wildlife, and Native communities. Follow the seven Leave No Trace principles. Learn more at LeaveNoTrace.org
We all have a responsibility to sustain the places we love. Volunteer, donate, and advocate for the outdoors.
By Jen Schwartz, Briars & Brambles Books, Windham
Some children carry their favorite “stuffy” at all times. I carried a book. Books have always given me comfort and security. Bookstores are my anchors, beacons and sanctuaries. Several years ago (and before I opened Briars & Brambles), my life was unsettled and tumultuous, but one of the most distressing aspects during this time was that I couldn’t find anything I wanted to read. I had literally lost my appetite for reading. I couldn’t stomach reading about families, marriage, relationships or friendships. I had no desire to read a rom-com. I couldn’t fathom reading about suffering or illness. I couldn’t focus on “literature” and was annoyed by “beach reads.” I would visit bookstores and instead of finding solace, I felt unmoored. Each time I left a bookstore empty-handed magnified the fact I had lost both my sense of self and my way.
After months of not reading, I was struck by the anguish of the man on the cover of A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara. This was someone I could relate to. The plot—a gorgeous, painful, complex story of four men’s friendship over several decades—was distant enough from anything in my life. I dove into it, relishing the writing, the story and ultimately, the fact I was reading again. After finishing A Little Life, I decided to pick up Circe by Madeline Miller. Circe, a demi-goddess is banished to an island by her family. Much of the book explores Circe’s struggle to own her anger and to embrace, rather than fear, her power. By the end of the book, I was inspired to tap into my own “inner Circe.”
Slowly but surely, I began reading again, although now there was a vulnerability I hadn’t had before. Books about marriage and
families hit too close to home and I simply couldn’t read about them, at least not during that painful time. But, that didn’t mean I had to stop reading, it just meant I had to be incredibly careful about what I chose to read. Reading “safe subjects” gave me the space to begin to heal, because even the act of reading is, for me, a form of essential “self-care.” Wandering into bookstores only to leave empty handed filled me with sadness and, if I’m honest, a sense of shame. I felt as if I had failed at what should be a simple task: choose a book.
This experience has made me a more sensitive bookseller. When someone comes into the store and tells me they haven’t read anything in a while, I always begin by asking them if there are certain topics they want to avoid and the response has been universally grateful, they understand the question is genuine. Prior to losing my appetite for reading, I think I’d taken the pleasure I got from reading for granted and never truly appreciated how, in many ways, reading reflected my personal life and, therefore helped define me. If I hadn’t gotten lost in a bookstore, I’m not sure I would have “found” myself and who I truly am, and have always been: a reader and now, a bookseller who is now happily reading Available: A Very Honest Account of Life After Divorce by Laura Friedman Williams. ;-)
Looking to get lost in a local bookstore? Visit Briars & Brambles Books at the corner of Route 296 and South Street in Windham—Jen or another member of her knowledgeable staff will help you pick out your next book … even if you haven’t picked up a book in a while.
Discover this extraordinary collection in performance, music education, and cultural exploration
The Catskill Mountain Foundation’s Piano Performance Museum reopens to the public on Fridays and Saturdays, from 11am to 3pm. The docent tour is approximately 30 minutes. Masks are required. Visitors will be asked not to touch the pianos or other artifacts on display in the museum. CMF staff have established healthful guidelines for your visit to the museum to provide as safe an environment as possible for visitors and staff. We welcome you and look forward to showing you our extraordinary collection of historical pianos from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries.
Doctorow Center for the Arts
7971 Main Street, Route 23A, Hunter, New York • www.catskillmtn.org
Hours: Fridays & Saturdays 11am-3pm.
Please email ppm@catskillmtn.org or call 518 263 2063 to confirm hours of operation
The CMF Piano Performance Museum is funded in part by the Jarvis and Constance Doctorow Family Foundation
Join us for another illuminating and entertaining Salon, with informative discussion and excellent music-making on early pianos. Our focus this episode will be on two women composers of the galant era, whose music deserves to be heard and appreciated for their mastery of composition and authenticity of voice.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 @ 2 pm
Informal online performances and discussions with fortepiano students and professionals from around the world.
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JJoin Hanford Mills for our Metal at the Mill Exploration Day September 23 from 10 am until 4 pm. We will be highlighting metal in a variety of ways. This day will include the Dan Rion Memorial Antique Engine Jamboree featuring regional collectors of historic engines, vehicles, and other machines. Visitors can also see examples of the gas engines that are part of our historic collections, as well as demonstrations of our water-powered machines in the mill. Watch the Catskill Conquest Rally of classic cars rumble through Hanford Mills for an afternoon stop.
Our Learning Lab will be open, offering a variety of activities for families. The Stoddard Hollow string band will perform traditional music. Food will not be sold on site but visitors are welcome to bring their lunch and snacks and enjoy them at our picnic tables.
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.
Do you have a favorite time of the year or season? Can you pick just one or do they change as you go through the year, or as the seasons unfold into years or even decades?
Here in the Catskill Mountains we have seasons but we also have “bonus seasons.” Yes, we have the four traditional varieties of Summer, Fall, Winter and Spring, and the uninvited bonus season, known to all as “Mud Season,” not a mountaintop favorite. Eventually getting to spring is the final reward and the mud season’s only redeeming quality as far as I can tell. It puts an exclamation point on winter and points our attention toward the summer months.
We also have subsets for the different times of year and the activities we enjoy doing. We have Ski Season, Hiking Season, Biking Season, School’s out Season, School’s Back in Season, Golf Season, Hunting Season, Motorbike Season, Fishing Season, Camping Season, Leaf Peepers Season and as Joni Mitchell reminds us, “the seasons, they go ‘round and ‘round, and the painted ponies go up and down, we’re captured on a carousel of time … in a circle game.”
So as Joni’s melody drifts into chirping crickets and joyful summer smiles, I further ponder my favorite season. While basking in the late warm summer afternoon breeze drifting toward the days “golden hour,” I catch myself in the moment and pause in thought … of course, it’s summer, yes, summer is my favorite of all seasons. Or is it ?
Summer is what we “Catskillians” wait all year for, right ? Finally, we are able to return to the outdoors to enjoy the hot, fresh air with all the birds and wildlife along with the Vitamin D free flowing from the heavens. Live music spills out of trendy bistros and dances along the main street of every hamlet. All of the activities of the summer season are easily accessible wearing just a thin cotton layer of covering or two, if even.
In the heat of the summer, the thinnest layer of perspiration is counted as a wardrobe accessory hoping to draw upon a pleasant zephyr to keep one cool. “Close” was a term used by my grandmother’s bridge group when describing a sizzling summer glistening that made everything cling tighter, as if nothing could be closer. These were the only days of the year that she would ask for
an exhibition/sale by regional fiber artists & makers
friday-sunday, october 6-8, 2023
10am-4pm
opening reception: friday, October 6, 3-6pm
Sugar Maples Center for Creative Arts
34 Big Hollow Road, Maplecrest, NY 12454
a thirst quenching icy cold beer. Those days also brought us closer together and were some of my favorite memories shared with her.
It is easy to romanticize why the summer is our best time of the year for so many of us. Vacations, beaches, picnics and cookouts, family gatherings and reunions, festivals and concerts. Everyone loves summer, right ?
So it’s very easy to choose summer as the favorite of all the seasons, and although I could be swayed by sirens from the shores to select summer, I just can’t do it because the fall, or autumn season, is my favorite of them all. There, I’ve said it!! So now let me state my case here on the pages of the prestigious Catskill Mountain Region Guide, but before I do let’s get this important fact out there for all to digest.
Here it is … pumpkin pie is good, pumpkin spice everything overkill, not so good. Is everything spiced with pumpkin favoring now-a-days?
The heat of the summer sets the stage for maximum enjoyment of the run up to the holiday season. So if the months of June, July and August have been predictable scorchers, then we can look forward to nice warm, yet crisp, autumn days and even cooler sleeping nights. One of the reasons I like this time of year is getting a good night’s sleep, otherwise known as “sleep season.” Wow, yet another season and one where drowning in your sheets isn’t a prerequisite.
With the kids back at school in the fall, it is also a great time for the senior set to get away to the mountains or the shore without all the summertime families for a relaxed time away with more choices for places to stay and play with attractive and reasonable rates. My sweet spot is that time between Labor Day through Columbus Day, and perhaps a few more bonus weeks, if the weather cooperates.
There are many activities that are autumn centric. Hikes are plentiful as the air is warm, the sun is brilliant, the air is clean, not layered with moisture and humidity. The dew point index that in summer crept upwards toward the 70’s, has subsided. Praise be!
Autumn is a season laden with traditions. There are family, educational, religious and social traditions that grace the calendar from September to December, and those days can be action packed with lots of fun engagements.
So, as we pack up our beach chairs and sunscreen and get all the sand off of us and out of the bags, shoes, bathing suits and car mats, it is suddenly “back to school season.” Supplies and clothes for the kids must be secured and then once they are set, it’s time to get back to serious business for the fourth quarter push.
Although there is more focus on getting things done, the run from Labor Day to Columbus Day, or even through Halloween, is a particularly wonderful time of year, where it can still feel like summer, but here in the mountains, we often see our first snow flakes.
I have always loved this time of year, often referred to by many as “Indian Summer.” Although the exact origins of this
term are uncertain, it was perhaps so-called because it was first noted in the regions inhabited by Native Americans, or because the natives first described it to Europeans, or it had been based on the warm and hazy conditions in autumn when Native Americans hunted, according to Wikipedia. This time of year is also known as “second summer” for those wishing not to offend any race or groupings of people.
For many families and professional athletes alike, the fall season marks the return to structured competitive athletics and sports. Kids are back running around at soccer fields, cross country parks and field hockey events while college football tailgates litter our nation most Saturdays and Sunday NFL Kickoffs are religions to many. Soon NBA and NHL camps will open with the schools sports getting underway shortly thereafter.
And the best for last are the family aspects of Fall. From Sunday dinners and gatherings with friends and family, ranging to holiday celebrations and focusing and honoring our traditions, roots, heritages and family foundations. This all leads up to our welcoming in a new year and rolling the calendar over once again to start afresh.
Autumn also houses my favorite holiday of the year, Thanksgiving. For me nothing comes close, nothing is more pure, nor authentic and heart centric. Forget that the cornucopia of food served banquet style is spectacular and lasts for days (yeah leftovers), it is the spirit of giving thanks to all for all that is important and that resonates so deeply at my address.
With Thanksgiving, no gifts are needed, just contribute to the love, family celebration and community shared by all. This is a time of year where we celebrate with those that matter most to us and as a nation we gather together as one energy to celebrate giving thanks for everything.
Having said all of that however, I can’t fib here, #PiesMatter … #alaMode, #Apple, #Pumpkin, #Pecan, #Rhubarb, #Blueberry, #Cherry, #KeyLime, etc. So let’s once again fall into autumn, like a pile of leaves that have cascaded groundward from the trees !!
I’m all in on FALL…. and pies !!
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.
More at www.IlluminatingWellness.care.
WellnessRx, Pharmacy for the Public Good is America’s first nonprofit Community Pharmacy and Wellness Center in Tannersville, NY (WellnessRxLLC.com) and in April in Phoenicia, NY (PharmacyforthePublicGood.org), both located on Main Street.
DOCTOROW CENTER FOR THE ARTS
7971 Main Street Village of Hunter
SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
PLEASE visit catskillmtn.org or call 518 263 4702 in advance. Shows open on Friday & run through Sunday.
Ticket Prices: $11 / $9 seniors & children under 11
View each week’s schedule and view trailers for our films online at www.catskillmtn.org
• We strongly encourage you to purchase your tickets in advance. Please visit www.catskillmtn.org and click on the film you’d like to see to choose your showing and reserve your seat!
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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.
• Operates the Catskill Mountain Foundation Gift Shop, featuring a curated selection of books and gifts from around the Region and the world.
• 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.
• Hosts arts residencies bringing many artists to our community for extended stays.
• Publishes the monthly Guide magazine, distributed throughout the Catskill Region, at New York State Thruway rest stops and in Albany.
• Shows more than 100 films on our three screens in Hunter. q
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This is just a sampling of all of the events in the Catskills this September. 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/
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
Dates & Times: Check website for most up-todate schedule
Tickets: $20/person
More Info: MagicOnMainWindham.com
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
HITS-on-the-Hudson VII
The HITS Saugerties Series welcomes equestrians for nine weeks of events. The majestic Catskill Mountains provide a sweeping backdrop to this exciting series.
Location: HITS-on-the-Hudson 454 Washington Ave. Extension, Saugerties
More Info: hitsshows.com
THROUGH SEPTEMBER 10
Million Dollar Quartet
On December 4, 1956, a twist of fate brought together Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley at Sun Records in Memphis. What followed would be the one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Million Dollar Quartet captures the contagious spirit, freewheeling excitement, and thrilling sounds of the once-in-a-life-time event where four of music’s best talents came together.
Location: Shadowland Stages, 157 Canal Street Ellenville
More Info: shadowlandstages.org
I Am Barbie by Walton Beacham
It’s Barbie’s 60th Birthday, and she spends it reminiscing about her countless careers, her relationship with Ken and with other characters from her life including GI Joe, She-Ra, and her creators, Ruth Handler and Jack Ryan. A hilarious and surprisingly touching look at what it’s like being a Barbie Girl in a not-so-Barbie world.
Location: Bridge Street Theatre, 44 West Bridge Street, Catskill
More Info: bridgest.org
THROUGH SEPTEMBER 15
Yoga for Gardening
In the Palm of Your Hand: A Group Exhibition of Itty-Bitty Works of Art
In the Palm of Your Hand features six artists who push the boundaries of what can be done with imagination and exquisite attention to detail, resulting in irresistible itty-bitty pieces of art.
Location: Women’s Studio Workshop, 722 Binnewater Lane, Rosendale
More Info: wsworkshop.org
Join us for outdoor yoga classes. 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
THROUGH OCTOBER 29
High Falls Flea Market
We are an open air weekend flea market fundraiser for the D&H Canal Museum in our 47th year. If you love to browse antiques and vintage, are looking for the weird and unique, the occasional hand made or farm grown, we are the place.
Location: 109 Main St, High Falls
Time: Sundays, 9:00 am-4:00 pm
More Info: canalmuseum.org
Africans in America and Antiquity – A Season
Long Exhibit by TransArt
The exhibition chronicles the history and culture of people of African descent in the Mid-Hudson Valley of New York State, showcasing recent triumphs and enduring struggles. It also reveals the legacy of a people who were forcibly brought to this land and highlights the cultural artifacts they carried with them. The exhibition also features a collection of instruments and elements used in various ceremonies and events such as life’s milestones, religious worship, and work-related activities.
Location: Matthewis Persen House Museum, 74 John Street, Kingston
More Info: transartinc.org
THROUGH NOVEMBER 18
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
SEPTEMBER 1
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
Walton First Fridays
Local shops in Walton stay open late with deals and events for the community to enjoy!
Location: Walton
More Info: instagram.com/waltonfirstfridays
sure. He is among the most original and visionary musicians writing and performing today.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann
Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
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.
Akwesasne Freedom School
Benefit & Celebration
Join us for a benefit for and celebration of The Akwesasne Freedom School (Kanien´keháka, Mohawk Nation), featuring music by Theresa “Bear” Fox, Akwesasne Women Singers, Hataałii and more.
Location: Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum
356 George Sickle Road, Saugerties
Time: 5:00 pm
More Info: opus40.org
Music on the Belle: die Schlauberger
Free live music series. BBQ, frozen drinks, food trucks, gondola rides, climbing wall, lawn games. For over two decades, die Schlauberger (dSb) has proclaimed “expect the unexpected.” Musical proof that entertainers can please just about everyone, dSb is a powerhouse of musical expertise. Performing festival standards to rock and roll meets alpine power; dSb expends enough energy to light up not only the crowd but the fairground as well. From the moment dSb steps on stage until they have wrung the final note from their last song, the band engages everyone within earshot to join the fun.
Location: Belleayre Mountain, 181 Galli Curci, Road, Highmount
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
More Info: belleayre.com
Anders Osborne
Between the potency of his richly detailed songwriting, his intensely emotional, soulful vocals and his piercing, expert guitar work, New Orleans’ Anders Osborne is a true musical trea-
Third World
Celebrating 49 years, Reggae Ambassadors
Third World is one of the longest-lived Reggae bands of all time, and one of Jamaica’s most consistently popular crossover acts among international audiences, mixing in elements of R&B, funk, pop, and rock and, later on, dancehall and rap.
Location: Bearsville Theater, 59 Tinker Street, Woodstock
Time: 9:00 pm
More Info & Tickets: bearsvilletheater.com
SEPTEMBER 1-2
Puppetry, Costumes, & Masks, Oh My! — Two Days of Workshops
Get busy making masks, costumes, toy theaters and more, ahead of the Rock Paper Scissors
Puppetry & Performance mini-fest!
Location: Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum
356 George Sickle Road, Saugerties
Time: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
More Info: opus40.org
SEPTEMBER 1-29
“Boos & Brews” Haunted Huguenot Street
Site Tour
Walking tours of the National Historic Landmark District that focus on the eerie and unexplained occurrences in New Paltz history. Join us at the DuBois Fort Visitor Center at 6:30 pm for a glass of locally-made hard cider or craft beer (bottled water, sweet cider or lemonade also available). Then, follow your guide for an exterior walking tour down one of the oldest streets in America where you’ll explore both the myths and real-life frightening events that have haunted Huguenot Street for centuries.
Location: Historic Huguenot Street, 81 Huguenot Street, New Paltz
Days & Time: Fridays & Saturdays, 6:30 pm
More Info: huguenotstreet.org
Hudson River Valley Ramble
An annual event series that celebrates the history, culture and natural resources of the Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area, as well as the amazing landscape, communities, and trails throughout the region
More Info: hudsonrivervalleyramble.com
Fall Vendor and Craft Fair
Craft sale and backpack giveaway.
Location: Pointe of Praise Family Life Center
243 Hurley Avenue, Kingston
Time: 11:00 am-4:00 pm
More Info: 845 309 2995
1658 Stockade District National
Historic District Walking Tours
Offered on the first Saturday of the month, departing at 11 a.m. from the FHK Gallery, on the corner of Wall and Main Streets.
Location: Friends of Historic Kingston Gallery
63 Main Street, Kingston
Time: 11:00 am
More Info: fohk.org
Rock, Paper, Scissors: Puppetry, Performance, and Workshops
A family-friendly day of puppetry and performance art, featuring local and regional troupes and special guests Agua Sol Y Sereno from Puerto Rico!
Location: Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum
356 George Sickle Road, Saugerties
Time: 4:00-7:30 pm
More Info: opus40.org
First Saturday Arts Kingston
Galleries open their doors on the first Saturday of every month to showcase the month’s new exhibition. Events throughout the year may include live music, open studio tours, theatrical performances, arts and culture activities and more.
Location: Kingston
Time: 5:00-8:00 pm
More Info: madkingston.org
The Helm Family Midnight Ramble with special guest Sway Wild
The Helm Family Midnight Ramble is a musical tribute to the founding songbook of Rock and Roll. Born inside the hallowed walls of Levon Helm Studios in Woodstock, NY, the Midnight Ramble has preserved and furthered Levon Helm’s legacy for nearly two decades, playing the iconic music of The Band, and Levon Helm.
The Helm Family Midnight Ramble crosses generational and musical lines, featuring an ever-evolving family of musicians. WA-based indie folk-rock duo Sway Wild’s exceptional vocal harmonies, coupled with their pioneering electric guitar work, create an infectious sound that explores the corners of rock, pop, funk, prog, worldbeat, and folk.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
The THE BAND Band presents STAGE FRIGHT - THE CONCERT
In August 1970, THE BAND released their third album, Stage Fright, recorded on the site of the original Woodstock Playhouse. The THE BAND Band is thrilled to bring “Stage Fright - The Concert” back to The Woodstock Playhouse, presenting authentic, true-to-form interpretations of the 10 album tracks, as well as other classic songs from The Band’s repertoire.
Location: Woodstock Playhouse, 103 Mill Hill Road, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: woodstockplayhouse.org
SEPTEMBER 2-3
Seventh Annual Pottery Festival
A unique exhibition of local ceramic artists, celebrating the Catskill Mountain Foundation’s 25th year of bringing art to the mountains. Local artists will display their exquisite hand-made pottery, each with their own individual style, for you to enjoy or purchase as a gift.
Location: Sugar Maples Center for Creative
Arts, 34 Big Hollow Road, Maplecrest
Times: 11:00 am-5:00 pm Saturday; 11:00 am4:00 pm Sunday
SEPTEMBER 2-3, 9-10, 16-17 & 23-24
Rock Junket Rock n’ Roll Walking Tours
Rock Junket’s popular 2 1/2-hour music-focused walking tour of Woodstock, NY is better than ever with exciting new additions!
Location: Tours begin @ Bearsville Theater, 59 Tinker Street, Woodstock
Times: Saturdays @ 2:00 pm, Sundays @ 11:00 am
More Info & Tickets: bearsvilletheater.com
SEPTEMBER 2 & 10
Story Walk in the Woodland
Visit Mountain Top Arboretum for a Story Walk. Journey through the Woodland Walk and read the pages of Audrey Penn’s The Kissing Hand, illustrated by Ruth E. Harper and Nancy M. Leak, posted along the paths. Supplies for a related craft will be available. This program is part of the Story Time in the Shade series, a collaboration between Mountain Top Arboretum and Mountain Top Library. Cost of Admission: Free as an ongoing series. No advance registration is required.
Location: Mountain Top Arboretum, 4 Maude Adams Road, Tannersville
Time: 10:00 am
More Info: mtarboretum.org
SEPTEMBER 3
Bovina Farm Day
Hosted by Farming Bovina, a non-profit organization, this annual celebration of the area’s rich agricultural traditions returns to its home on Crescent Valley Road in Bovina this Labor Day weekend. Bovina Farm Day is an opportunity for visitors to meet the farmers, find local food and discover products made in the area. Farming Bovina welcomes everyone to experience a variety of farm animals and get the kids involved with all the activities of the day including a corn maze, hayrides, treasure hunts and games. Dairy farm tours, a chance to visit the historic Maynard Schoolhouse, butchering and cooking demonstrations are other highlights of this day of family fun.
Location: Crescent Valley Road, Crescent Valley Rd, Bovina
Time: 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Jazz at the Maverick: Bill Charlap Trio
Grammy award-winning pianist Bill Charlap formed his trio with bassist Peter Washington and drummer Kenny Washington in 1997. They are now recognized as one of the leading groups in jazz. Time magazine wrote, “Bill Charlap approaches a song the way a lover approaches his beloved … no matter how imaginative or surprising his take on a song is, he invariably zeroes in on its essence.” Tony Bennett & Bill Charlap: The Silver Lining, The Songs of Jerome Kern, was awarded a Grammy for Best Traditional Pop Album in 2016. Recently the Bill Charlap Trio released Notes from New York. Alan Morrison’s five-star review in Down Beat stated that the new recording is “a masterclass in class.”
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
More Info: catskillmtn.org
More Info: farmingbovinany.org
22nd Annual Hooley on the Hudson
Live music, step dancing, and traditional music for all ages.
Location: T.R. Gallo Memorial Park, Kingston
Time: 11:30 am-9:00 pm
More Info: ulsteraoh.com
Bearsville Jazz & Art Festival 2023
SEPTEMBER 2-4
42nd Annual Woodstock-New Paltz Art and Crafts Fair
More than 200 juried artists and maker ongoing craft demonstrations. Beer, wine, spirits. Gourmet specialties. Live entertainment. Children’s tent.
Location: Ulster County Fairgrounds 249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz
More Info: quailhollow.com
Celebrate Labor Day Weekend in the Park at Bearsville Theater with Fabulous Jazz plus Painting demonstrations by the Woodstock School of Art in the heart of the Catskills.
Location: Bearsville Theater, 59 Tinker Street, Woodstock
Time: 12:00-6:00 pm
More Info & Tickets: bearsvilletheater.com
Join Historian Bill Merchant aboard the Hudson River Maritime Museum’s solar powered boat, Solaris for a discussion about the many industrial activities that were concentrated on the upper Rondout Creek in the 19th century, largely fostered by the D&H Canal. The hour and a half long voyage goes from the Maritime Museum to the Eddyville Dam and back.
Location: Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston
Time: 12:30 pm
More Info: hrmm.org
Hudson River Tugfest 2023
Celebrate the Hudson River’s heritage with the Town of Esopus at the Hudson House Distillery. An annual tugboat display and auction; this year’s with a River view from the deck and tastings.
Location: Hudson House & Distillery, 1835 Route 9W, West Park
Time: 1:00-4:00 pm
More Info & Tickets: esopus.com
Music at the Colony: Sunday Bluegrass w/ BLUEGRASS CLUBHOUSE
Sunday Jazz w/ PETER EINHORN
In the Ballroom: TUBA SKINNY
Bluegrass Clubhouse in the Beer Garden @ 3 pm; Peter Einhorn in the Beer Garden @ 6 pm; Tuba Skinny in the Ballroom @ 8 pm.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Ames Piano Quartet
In various iterations, the Ames Piano Quartet has been the ensemble-in-residence at Iowa State University since its inception in 1976. One of the few regularly constituted piano quartets in the world, the Ames Quartet will perform a concert in celebration of George Tsontakis, featuring works by Schumann, George Tsontakis, and Brahms.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 4:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
Wild Yet Legible: Ecology-Based Landscapes for Public and Private Spaces with Larry Weaner
Ecology-based landscaping need not be a bitter pill to swallow in order to do something positive for the environment. In this session, landscape designer Larry Weaner will discuss the creation of people-friendly landscapes that also pro-
vide significant ecological function, including groundwater recharge, native plant proliferation, and wildlife habitat. By weaving fine garden techniques into an ecology-based approach we can enjoy the best of both worlds.
Location: Mountain Top Arboretum, 4 Maude Adams Road, Tannersville
Time: 5:00 pm
More Info: mtarboretum.org
Sam Evian
Songwriter Sam Evian’s new album, Time to Melt, is a waking dream, sorting through a year of a life spent in rage and hope, lockdown and love.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
SEPTEMBER 4, 11, 18 & 25
The World Famous Colony Open Mic Hosted by Brendan O’Shea. Sign-ups start at 7 pm and go on all evening. House guitar & piano available.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: Sign-ups start at 7 pm. Show at 8 pm More Info: colonywoodstock.com
SEPTEMBER 5
Ex Hex
When Ex Hex exploded onto the scene with their unfettered brand of rock and riffage, the power trio for our generation had finally arrived. Made up of Mary Timony (guitar, vocals), Betsy Wright (bass, vocals), and Laura Harris (drums), the band is a force to be reckoned with: an audacious three-piece distilling rock music to its essence with formidable skills and a reputation for frenzied and unabashedly fun live shows.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
SEPTEMBER 6
Music at the Colony: In the Beer Garden: Singer-Songwriter Night In the Ballroom: HARVEY CITRON & SOUL PATROL
Singer-Songwriter Night in the Beer Garden @ 6 pm; Harvey Citron & Soul Patrol in the Ballroom @ 8 pm.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Steve-O: The Bucket List Tour
Every idea on Steve-O’s bucket list was so ill-advised, he never expected to go through with any of them. Until it was time to prepare for this tour. Not only are the stunts more ridiculous than what you already know Steve-O for, he did them all, and made a multimedia comedy show out of them. Not for kids, or the faint of heart. This show is for Adult Audiences Only! Patrons under the age of 18 are not permitted on premises.
Location: Ulster Performing Arts Center, 601 Broadway, Kingston
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: bardavon.org
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
Music at the Colony:
In the Beer Garden: MARKLEY & BALMER and DUO LOCO
In the Ballroom: RON BAKER: I DREAMED A DREAM
Markley & Balmer in the Beer Garden @ 5 pm; Duo Loco in the Beer Garden @ 7 pm; Ron Baker: I Dreamed a Dream in the Ballroom @ 7:30 pm. The Ron Baker show is a fundraiser for the Woodstock Tennis Club.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Deerhoof with Nkodia
Ecstatic Noise Rock legends Deerhoof make their Opus debut.
Location: Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum
356 George Sickle Road, Saugerties
Time: 6:00 pm
More Info: opus40.org
The tenth solo effort from Amy Ray, If It All Goes South is an album born from deep devotion to creating music that strengthens the soul. Over the course of 10 gracefully crafted and galvanizing tracks, the Georgia-bred musician reflects on our collective history and shares her vision for a better future, threading every song with both intensely personal storytelling and clear-eyed observation. Recorded live to tape at Nashville’s Sound Emporium, the album owes much of its freewheeling vitality to the potent chemistry between Ray and her longtime bandmates (including guitarist Jeff Fielder, a Seattle-based musician known for his work with artists like Mark Lanegan) as well as such esteemed guests as Brandi Carlile, Allison Russell, The Highwomen’s Natalie Hemby, I’m With Her, and more.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann
Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
Invasive Forest Pests
Hear from local experts on current pest pressure and learn about new threats to our woods. Participants will learn how to identify these pests and management options will be discussed during a woods walk. This class is eligible for 1 TLC CE Credit. Fee: $25
Location: Agroforestry Resource Center, 6055 Route 23, Acra
Time: 9:00 am-3:00 pm
More Info: ccecolumbiagreene.org
Music at the Colony:
In the Beer Garden: BENNETT HARRIS
In the Ballroom: NIALL CONNOLLY & BAND
Bennett Harris performs traditional acoustic blues in the Beer Garden @ 5 pm. Niall Connolly & Band celebrate the vinyl release of The Patience of Trees in the Ballroom @ 8 pm.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock More Info: colonywoodstock.com
WKZE presents:
Suzzy Roche and Lucy Wainwright Roche
Suzzy Roche singer/songwriter/performer/author and founding member of the singing group
The Roches performers with her daughter Lucy Wainwright Roche, co-presented with 98.1fm WKZE.
Location: Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum
356 George Sickle Road, Saugerties
Time: 6:00 pm
More Info: opus40.org
Mike Worden – Lynched by a Mob
On the evening of June 2, 1892, a frenzied mob dragged Robert Lewis nearly a half a mile through the streets of Port Jervis, NY, before hanging him from the limb of a tree. Lewis, an African American, was no stranger to the village: he had lived and worked in Port Jervis all his life. But on that fateful night, Lewis stood accused of brutally raping a young, white woman, and for that he would suffer an ignominious death. Author Michael J. Worden spent years researching the details of the case, uncovering court documents and consulting sources to tell the most complete and historically accurate account of the event that has ever been published.
Location: D&H Canal Historical Society, 1315 Rte
213 High Falls
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: canalmuseum.org
The Kingston Trio
Fans of legendary folk icons The Kingston Trio can re-discover their timeless music all over again. All three current members have intrinsic links to and experience with the original group. Many of their personal memories recall the iconic trio’s performances and journey as folk music made its extraordinary ascent to the pinnacle of popular culture—and the top of the music charts.
Location: Bearsville Theater, 59 Tinker Street, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info & Tickets: bearsvilletheater.com
Jon Cleary
Jon Cleary’s love and affinity for New Orleans music goes back to the rural British village of Cranbrook, Kent, where he was raised in a musical family. His ever-elevating profile led to global touring work in the bands of Taj Mahal, John Scofield, Dr. John, and Bonnie Raitt. Cleary has led his own group, the Absolute Monster Gentlemen, for over two decades now, but he still collaborates frequently with these old friends.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
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: 12:00 pm
More Info: delcovintagebaseball.org
Al Olender
There’s nothing scarier than being honest with yourself. For Kingston-based singer/songwriter Al Olender, facing her fear of the truth has been a cleansing, often cathartic process that’s led to the kind of revelations she had previously thought unobtainable.
Location: Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum
356 George Sickle Road, Saugerties
Time: 6:00 pm
More Info: opus40.org
Erin Rae
Meadowlark Festival
A Curated Three-Day Celebration of American Roots and Independent Music. This year’s lineup will blend some of the most storied names in Americana, indie rock, and experimental music with a roster of local and emerging artists.
Location: Stone Ridge Orchard, 3012 New York 213 Stone Ridge
More Info: meadowlarkfest.com
SEPTEMBER 9
2nd Saturday Trunk Sales
It’s good to re-use all things- clothes, home goods, antiques, good craftswork, plants, all sorts of good finds. Cars $10, trucks $15.
Location: Parking lot next to Lumberyard, 48 Bridge Street, Catskill
135th Greene County Volunteer Fireman’s Association Convention Dress Parade
Hosted by Coxsackie Hose Company No. 3. Parade starts at 1:00 pm on Kings Road, ends at Riverside Park where there will be beer, soda and water along with hot dogs and hamburgers, a performance by The Refridgerators, and an Awards Ceremony.
Location: Coxsackie Riverside Park
Time: 1:00 pm-6:00 pm
Music at the Colony: Brunch in the Garden: KURT HENRY
In the Beer Garden: YARD SALE
Brunch in the Garden @ 11 am; yard sale in the Beer Garden @ 6 pm. The Ballroom is closed.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Vintage Base Ball: Fleischmanns MAC v. Bovina Dairymen
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
Three years after the release of her critically acclaimed debut, Nashville-raised singersongwriter Erin Rae shares an intimate, honest, and playful version of herself through her sophomore album Lighten Up. The album represents a sonic and inner shift for Rae. In it, she embraces more of her influences, like baroquepop, cosmic country, and indie-folk songs while mirroring a more compassionate self-view she calls “accepting my humanness”.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
Happy Traum with Cindy Cashdollar & Friends
A concert in memory of musician and producer, Bob Kaminsky, a beloved member of the Woodstock community, featuring guitarist and singer Happy Traum and steel guitar and Dobro player Cindy Cashdollar.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
Stone Wall Building Workshop with Pat Ryan
Learn the basics of building free-standing dry-laid stone walls under the instruction of a stone wall professional with over 20 years experience. Students will learn how to sort and choose stones, use gravity to create a stable structure, and carve their initials in the new wall. Ages 17+. Registration required.
Location: Jefferson, NY
Time: 10:00 am-4:00 pm
More Info & Registration: westkc.org
Music at the Colony: Brunch in the Garden w/ ALEX MAZUR
Sunday Bluegrass w/ THE BAD CATS
Sunday Jazz w/ PETER EINHORN
In the Ballroom: TEDDY KUMPEL (Joe Jackson) & NOME SANE? w/ SPACEHEATER
Brunch in the Garden with Alex Mazur @ 11 am; The Bad Cats in the Beer Garden @ 3 pm; Peter Einhorn in the Beer Garden @ 6 pm, Teddy Kumpel in the Ballroom @ 8 pm.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Afternoon Concert: Joey Eppard
Joey Eppard is a true musical triple threat. An accomplished vocalist, a brilliant songwriter and an innovative master of his own finger style approach to guitar playing. He is the driving force behind the Hudson Valley based rock band, “3,” as well as a renowned solo performer.
Location: Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum
356 George Sickle Road, Saugerties
Time: 1:00 pm
More Info: opus40.org
Hay Press Program, Presented by Ted Hilscher and Jonathan Palmer
Join Historians Ted Hilscher and Jon Palmer for an afternoon talk on the surprisingly riveting history of the humble Hay Press. This lecture will shine a spotlight on the amazing Vanderzee press now preserved in the care of GCHS, using it as a window into the fascinating origins of this type of farm implement and the regional industry that developed them. Ted and Jon assure all that this is a talk not to be missed, as the hay press illustrates volumes on the rich agricultural heritage of Greene County. Tickets $10.
Location: Meadow Ridge Heritage Barn, Bronck Museum, 90 County Rt. 42, Coxsackie
Time: 2:00 pm
More Info: gchistory.org
Damien Jurado
“Play on, there’s no such thing as better days,” Damien Jurado sings on “Roger,” the song that opens Reggae Film Star, his 18th full length album. These 12 songs evoke half-recalled dreams and overheard conversations, where the cosmic rushes into the autobiographical and specific moments on the clock fade from past to future to scenes set only in the eternal now.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann
Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
SEPTEMBER 14
Music at the Colony:
In the Beer Garden: ERIK ERICKSON and ROCK CITY JUNCTION
In the Ballroom: DIRTY FENCES + FLASYD
Erik Erickson in the Beer Garden @ 5 pm; Rock City Junction in the Beer Garden @ 7 pm; Dirty Fences + Flasyd in the Ballroom @ 8:00 pm. .
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Trained Logger Certification:
Game of Logging: Level 1
Game of Logging: Level 1 introduces open face felling and the development of techniques to safely use it. Topics covered include personal protective equipment, chainsaw safety features, chainsaw reactive forces, bore cutting, preplanning the fell, and understanding hinge wood strength. Game of Logging: Level 1 is one of the three core classes required to get Trained Logger Certified.
SEPTEMBER 10 & 24
Free Guided Tour of the Five Locks Walk as part of the Hudson River Valley Ramble
A conversation about the history of the Delaware & Hudson Canal. D&H Canal Historical Society Historian & Curator Bill Merchant will guide you along the National Historic Landmark Five Locks Walk, five extant D&H Canal Locks from the 1850 enlargement of the Canal, restored in 2000. Learn the stories of the immigrants who built and operated this important American transportation waterway that supplied Pennsylvania anthracite coal to NYC, fueling its rise as an international center of commerce and the nation’s Industrial Revolution. No advance registration necessary.
Location: D&H Canal Historical Society, 1315 Rte 213 High Falls
Time: 2:00 pm
More Info: canalmuseum.org
SEPTEMBER 13
Music at the Colony: In the Beer Garden: Singer-Songwriter Night
In the Ballroom: GRATEFULLY YOURS
Singer-Songwriter Night in the Beer Garden @ 6 pm, Gratefully Yours in the Ballroom @ 8 pm. Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Music Fan Series Presents: Mr. Jimmy
Location: TBA
To Register:
Contact Tracey Testo at tet35@cornell.edu
Time: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
More Info: ccecolumbiagreene.org
Music at the Colony:
In the Beer Garden: PI POWER TRIO
In the Ballroom: SUPERCHUNK
Pi Power Trio in the Beer Garden @ 5 pm; Superchunk in the Ballroom @ 8 pm.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Cassatt Quartet with Ursula Oppens, piano
The Cassatt String Quartet has performed across the world to critical acclaim since its founding in 1985. Along with pianist Ursula Oppens, they will perform works by Mozart, Tania Leon, and Shostakovich. There will be a pre-concert talk with Alexander Platt and Tania Leon.
Location: Maverick Concerts 120 Maverick
Road, Woodstock
Time: Pre-concert talk @ 2:45 pm; Concert @ 4:00 pm
More Info: maverickconcerts.org
What happens when a Led Zeppelin fan from Japan, who devotes his life to an electrifying tribute concert, meets his idol, guitar legend Jimmy Page? The answer is a fascinating new documentary about the ultimate fanboy: Mr. Jimmy. For 35 years, Tokyo’s Akio Sakurai recreated vintage Zeppelin concerts note-for-note in small Tokyo clubs, until the legendary Jimmy Page stopped by one night—and Sakurai’s life changed forever. The film covers more than three years in Sakurai’s life and includes tribute performances of Led Zeppelin classics.
Location: Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main Street, Rosendale
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: rosendaletheatre.org
Brasskill!
Bringing funky decibels to parties, festivals, parades and other merry gatherings in Hudson Valley and surrounding areas, Brasskill’s high-energy live performances feature driving percussion section, shiny, melodic horns, innovative band choreography, and the finest thrift store sparkly attire that one can find.
Location: Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum
356 George Sickle Road, Saugerties
Time: 5:30 pm
More Info: opus40.org
SEPTEMBER 15-OCTOBER 1
Off Peak, by Brenda Withers
When two old flames run into each other on the evening commute, different views of the same past threaten to derail their connection. A new play about forgiving, forgetting, and the healing power of a good delay.
Location: Shadowland Stages, 157 Canal Street Ellenville
More Info: shadowlandstages.org
Poetry Potluck with Mermer Blakeslee Poetry Potluck is for poetry lovers. Please bring a poem or two (not food!) written by someone else, a poem you find moving or meaningful. Or come to listen. We will read our chosen poems out loud to each other. The themes will be tree, shrub, grass, flower, weather, water, wood, stone, dirt, sky, air, animal, matter, color, season, death, life … If the weather is cooperative, we’ll gather outdoors.
Location: Mountain Top Arboretum, 4 Maude Adams Road, Tannersville
Time: 10:00 am
More Info: mtarboretum.org
Music at the Colony:
Brunch in the Garden: MARKLEY & BALMER
In the Beer Garden: MATT WITTE
In the Ballroom: SIN + GLORYBOX
Brunch in the Garden @ 11 am; Matt Witte in the Beer Garden @ 6 pm; a nineties Alternative & Grunge Tribute w/ Sin & Glorybox @ 8 pm.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Verbatim Text & Record Fair
Verbatim is a day-long celebration of experiments in language, text, and sound, bringing together local presses and labels to sell their wares and curate 6 hours of live performance. A wide range of small press poetry books, chapbooks, and broadsides will be for sale, as well as tapes and records from independent labels on the forefront of contemporary experimental music.
Location: Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum
356 George Sickle Road, Saugerties
Time: 12:00-9:00 pm
More Info: opus40.org
Third Saturdays Free Film Series: 306 Hollywood (2018)
Placed in a magical realism setting, this awardwinning documentary follows the story of two siblings that take on an archeological excavation in their grandmother’s house once she passed away. It’s a family portrait built progressively around memories from the past that shine through recorded conversations, objects, and the legacy left behind.
Location: Athens Riverfront Park, Water Street, Athens
Time: At dusk
More Info: athensculturalcenter.org
ArtWalk Kingston
Art Walk Kingston is a celebration of the arts and the local community. Over the course of two days, visitors and local residents are invited to explore three distinct areas of the city of Kingston and immerse themselves in a range of art and events. Paintings, photographs and sculptures are just some of the mediums that will be on display at home studios and galleries.
Skywalk Arts Festival
Come view and purchase art from many favorite local artists and photographers. Listen to musician David Temple in one of the most beautiful locations along the Hudson River Skywalk, in the park on the west side of the Rip Van Winkle Bridge. Learn to paint the incredible scenery like the famous Hudson River painters at both ends of the Hudson River Skywalk.
Location: Hudson Valley Skywalk, State Route 23, Catskill
Time: 10:00 am-4:00 pm
More Info: facebook.com/HistoricBridgesHudsonValley
UV Resin Workshop
Create your own trinkets and jewelry! This fun and exciting class will introduce children to casting with quick-set resin. UV resin has quickly become a popular crafting material and can be used for a variety of projects. The instructor will provide several different options of molds of varying size and depth. Glitter and shimmer powders will also be provided. Please bring in any small items like coins, shells, beads or buttons to imbed in the resin to create a personal memento. This workshop is suited for kids 8 and up. (Adults are welcome too!)
Location: Headwaters Arts Center 66 Main Street, Stamford
Time: 11:00 am-2:00 pm
More Info: roxburyartsgroup.org
Coxsackie Riverside Festival
Fireworks, Live Music, Food, Games and Craft Vendors. Live music by Amy Ryan Band, Billy Rock, DRAM, Second Chance and Vinny Michaels. Axe Throwing, Rock Wall, Video Game Truck, Face Painting, Children’s Activities, Jewelry, Art, Fried Dough, Pizza, Beer, Fresh Lemonade, Fireworks and much more! Free Entry
Location: Riverside Park, Coxsackie
Time: 11:00 am-10:00 pm
More Info:
facebook.com/coxsackieriversidefestival
Taking Our Water for the City | April Beisaw, Archaeologist at Vassar College
As part of our exhibition, “Leaving Bishop Falls: An Ashokan Story,” April Biesaw discusses her new book, Taking Our Water for the City: The Archaeology of New York City’s Watershed Communities
Location: Ulster County Historical Society 2682
Route 209, Kingston
Time: 2:00
More Info: ulstercountyhs.org
Ulster Salutes Our Hudson Valley Heroes Free concert, food trucks and fireworks.
Location: Ulster County Fairgrounds 249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz
HopeBoykinDance: “States of Hope”
This new production is a staged moment, centering on a transparent excavation where the words and scripted text, serve as blueprint and balm. Presented as a partnership project with Catskill Mountain Foundation and Joyce Theater Foundation.
Location: Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street, Tannersville
Time: 7:30 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
Band of Heathens
With their ninth studio album, Simple Things, The Band of Heathens came home—geographically, as they returned to their longtime base of Austin for the recording; sonically, in an embrace of the rootsy, guitar-based rock with which they made their name; and thematically, with lyrics that speak to appreciating friends and family and our limited time on this planet. It’s a confident, assured statement of a group finding its place in the world amid uncertain and troubled times.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
Location: Kingston
More Info: artwalkkingston.com
Alpha Win Triathlon Series
A fresh take on the sport of triathlon. We offer “A Distance For Everyone!™️”
Location: Saugerties Village Beach, 47 Partition Street, Saugerties
More Info: alpha.win
Music at the Colony:
Brunch in the Garden w/ JENNA NICHOLS
Sunday Bluegrass w/ THE CATSKILL MOUNTAIN STRING BAND
Sunday Jazz w/ PETER EINHORN
In the Ballroom: BLUE MUSEUM
Brunch in the Garden with Jenna Nicols @ 11 am; The Catskill Mountain String Band in the Beer Garden @ 3 pm; Peter Einhorn in the Beer Garden @ 6 pm, Blue Museum in the Ballroom @ 8 pm.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Honeybee Jubilee
Learn about bees and butterflies as pollinators, and how critical they are to our food system. Vendors, music, food & activities.
Location: Ross Park 208 Bowne Street, Port Ewen
Time: 10:00 am-3:00 pm
More Info: esopus.com
National Theatre Live Presents: The Seagull
Emilia Clarke (Game of Thrones) makes her West End debut in this 21st century retelling of Anton Chekhov’s tale of love and loneliness. A young woman is desperate for fame and a way out. A young man is pining after the woman of his dreams. A successful writer longs for a sense of achievement. An actress wants to fight the changing of the times. In an isolated home in the countryside, dreams lie in tatters, hopes are dashed, and hearts broken. With nowhere left to turn, the only option is to turn on each other. Following his critically acclaimed five-star production of Cyrano de Bergerac, Jamie Lloyd brings Anya Reiss’ adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s classic play to stage. Filmed live in London’s West End with a cast including Tom Rhys Harries (White Lines), Daniel Monks (The Normal Heart), Sophie Wu (Fresh Meat) and Indira Varma (Game of Thrones).
Location: Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main Street, Rosendale
Time: 2:00 pm
More Info: rosendaletheatre.org
Wynona Wang, piano & Reed Tetzloff, piano
The pianists will perform solo and duo works by Satie, Albeniz, Ravel, Debussy, and Kapustin. Reservations recommended as church seating is limited. E-mail: FOMAdmin@friendsmusic.org
Phone: 518 918 8003. By donation.
Location: First Presbyterian Church, 96 Main St., Stamford
Time: 3:00 pm
More Info: friendsmusic.org
Clintondale Fire Dept. Annual 200 Club
Chicken BBQ
Delicious chicken BBQ with a chance to win $$! Grand Prize $1,000/ 3-$100/ 2-$50/ 5-$30. All drawings to be held at 5 pm.
Location: Clintondale Fire Department, 1063
US-44, Highland
Time: 3:00-5:00 pm
For Tickets: 845 750 5033 or 845 901 2225
Mosaic Winds
This woodwind quintet from Binghamton will play a program titled “Bach to the Future”.
Location: Walton Theatre, 30 Gardiner Pl, Walton
Time: 6:00 pm
More Info: musiconthedelaware.org
The Soul Rebels
The Soul Rebels started with an idea—to expand upon the pop music they loved on the radio and the New Orleans brass tradition they grew up on. They took that tradition and blended funk and soul with elements of hip hop,
jazz and rock all within a brass band context. The band has built a career around an eclectic live show that harnesses the power of horns and drums in a deep pocket funk party-like atmosphere. The Soul Rebels continue to chart new territory as they feature in major films, tour globally, and combine topnotch musicianship with songs that celebrate dancing, life, funk and soul.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
SEPTEMBER 20
Music at the Colony: In the Beer Garden: Singer-Songwriter Night In the Ballroom: Brazilian Night w/ FORRO TRIO
Singer-Songwriter Night in the Beer Garden @ 6 pm; Brazilian Night w/ Forro Trio in the Ballroom @ 8 pm.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock More Info: colonywoodstock.com
All About the IP (Intellectual Property) Webinar
Learn about the basic tenets of intellectual property, along with the updated changes to the rules and how these changes affect best practices. Attendees will learn what copyrights do, how to register copyrights, what is (and isn’t) copyright-able, how to enforce your copyrights and more.
Location: Online via Zoom. Register online
Time: 5:00-7:00 pm
More Info: roxburyartsgroup.org
21
31st Annual Doug Maloney Memorial Golf Tournament
18-holes: 4-ball scramble, plenty of food, cold beverages, and opportunities to win cash and prizes! Proceeds benefit programs at Gateway Hudson Valley supporting individuals with differing abilities to live successful, satisfying, and enriched lives.
Location: Wiltwyck Golf Club 404 Steward Lane, Kingston
Time: 9:00 am-4:00 pm
More Info: ghv.org
Music at the Colony: In the Beer Garden: THE HARDWOODS & ALEX CASTLE
In the Ballroom: Stand-up Comedy w/ TODD BARRY
The Hardwoods in the Beer Garden @ 5 pm; Alex Castle in the Beer Garden @ 7 pm; Standup comedy w/Todd Barry, “The Half-Joking Tour,” in the Ballroom @ 8:00 pm. .
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
On the Fly Story Slams
Moth-style story slams with local storytellers.
Location: Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum
356 George Sickle Road, Saugerties
Time: 5:30 pm
More Info: opus40.org
Final Hot Tuna Electric Run
Going Fishing Tour 2023
This will be Electric Hot Tuna’s farewell tour and the last chance to see this iconic blues rock band which was formed in 1969 by former Jefferson Airplane members Jorma Kaukonen (guitarist/vocals) and Jack Casady (bassist). They will be joined by drummer Justin Guip. Although it has always been a fluid aggregation, with musicians coming and going over the years, the band’s center has always been Kaukonen and Casady’s ongoing collaboration. The final electric tour of this iconic band is indeed an historic music event.
Location: Ulster Performing Arts Center, 601 Broadway, Kingston
Time: 7:30 pm
More Info: bardavon.org
Trained Logger Certification: Forest Ecology and Silviculture
Are you a logger working in the Catskills? If so, this event is for you. This training covers wildlife habitat, timber harvest planning, soil and water quality protection, and other topics. Forest Ecology and Silviculture one of the three core classes required to get Trained Logger Certified.
Location: TBA
To Register:
Contact Tracey Testo at tet35@cornell.edu
Time: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
More Info: ccecolumbiagreene.org
Music at the Colony:
In the Beer Garden:
THE LYDIA PIDLUSKY TRIO & JACK GRACE
In the Ballroom:
JILL SOBULE + JENNIFER KNAPP
The Lydia Pidlusky Trio in the Beer Garden @ 5 pm; Jack Grace in the Beer Garden @ 7 pm; Jill Sobule + Jennifer Knapp in the Ballroom @ 8 pm.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Lara Hope & The Arktones
Named the “Best Up-And-Coming Band” by Hudson Valley Magazine, Lara Hope & the ArkTones are the Northeast’s premier Roots Rock n’ Roll outfit.
Location: Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum
356 George Sickle Road, Saugerties
Time: 6:00 pm
More Info: opus40.org
Sunny War
Sunny War is more than just an artist; she is a force of nature that is tough to pin down. What exactly is her style? Blues or punk? Yes, she may be a Robert Johnson with a shot of Bad Brains, but even this description falls short. The only way to really know Sunny is to immerse oneself in the music. Sunny crafts a set of songs that draw on a range of ideas and styles, as though she’s marshaling all her forces to get her ideas across: ecstatic gospel, dusty country blues, thoughtful folk, rip-roaring rock and roll, even avant garde studio experiments. She melds them together into a powerful statement of survival, revealing a probing songwriter who indulges no comforting platitudes and a highly innovative guitarist who deploys spidery riffs throughout every song.
Location: Roxbury Arts Center, 5025 Vega Mountain Rd, Roxbury
Time: 7:30 pm
More Info: roxburyartsgroup.org
Exploration Day at Hanford Mills
The Metal at the Mill Exploration day will feature metal in a variety of ways. This day will feature the return of the Dan Rion Memorial Antique Jamboree with collectors bringing their antique machines and vehicles to display at the museum. Mill staff will also highlight some of the ways that we use metal equipment and tools.
Location: Hanford Mills Museum, 51 County Highway 12, East Meredith
Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
More Info: hanfordmills.org
Delhi Harvest Festival
Right as the leaves begin to change color, Delhi rings in the change of season with the annual Harvest Festival. The local shops and businesses will be open on Main Street, and vendors and farmers will sell their produce, products and locally made goods at Courthouse Square. Maybe you’ll see the town’s biggest pumpkin? Last year’s prized pumpkin weighed 610 lbs and was grown at Delaware Academy. !
Location: Courthouse Square, Courthouse Square, Delhi
Time: 10:00 am-4:00 pm
More Info: facebook.com/delhinyharvestfestival
Margaretville Cauliflower Festival
Tongues & Savage/Love
by Sam Shepard & Joseph ChaikinBardavon Presents three legendary performers in two surreal and arresting “concertos” about romantic love by two of America’s greatest creative forces. Featuring Oscar winner, 5 time Tony nominee Estelle Parsons; Emmy winner, Oscar nominee David Strathairn; and NEA Jazz Master Jack DeJohnette on percussion in Pulitzer Prize winner Sam Shepard and six time Obie winner Joseph Chaikin’s Tongues and Savage/ Love, directed by Chris Silva and produced by Stephen LaMarca
Location: Woodstock Playhouse, 103 Mill Hill Road, Woodstock
Time: Friday & Saturday @ 8:00 pm; Sunday @ 3:00 pm
More Info: woodstockplayhouse.org
The 7th Catskill Conquest Rally commeorates the 1903 Automobile Endurance Run with a noncompetitive tour along the Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway and beyond. Open to all cars, we start with a breakfast at the Catskills Visitor Center on State Route 28 in Mount Tremper. We travel through hamlets and along quiet rural roads, making stops including the Cauliflower Festival in Margaretville and local museums. This is for the pure enjoyment of driving our beautiful region, guided by custom maps and with a wide ranging group of entries.
Location: Start at Catskills Visitor Center, Route 28, Mt. Tremper
Time: 9:00 am
More Info: 1903autorun.com
Welcome to Margaretville for a great day of fun! Featuring cauliflower for sale, live music, unique selection of vendors and shopping options, community organizations and activities, and favorite food vendors!
Location: Village Park behind Freshtown Market Place and CVS Pharmacy, Bridge Street, Margaretville
Time: 11:00 am-4:00 pm
More Info: margaretvillecauliflowerfestival.org
3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival
Honoring and celebrating the history, heritage, Food and accomplishments of the Hispanic and Latino cultures. Block party style.
Location: Center for Creative Education 16 Cedar Street, Kingston
Time: 11:00 am-6:00 pm
More Info: cce4me.org
Music at the Colony: Brunch in the Garden: ERIC ERICKSON
In the Ballroom: THE SPLIT SQUAD w/ PAJAMAZON
Brunch in the Garden @ 11 am; The Split Squad, featuring members of Blondie, The Fleshtones & more @ 8 pm.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Sip & Sound at the Orchard
A new series of sound and tasting meditations. Come and bask in the healing shade of the Orchard’s magical giant oak tree on the hill. Guided by longtime sound practitioner, Katie Down and special guest.
Location: Stone Ridge Orchard, 3012 New York 213 Stone Ridge
More Info: stoneridgeorchard.com
All-American Ruins: Live
Join All-American Ruins, HUDSY, and Atlas Obscura to celebrate the season 2 launch of abandoned: The All-American Ruins Podcast with All-American Ruins: Live.
Location: Hudson House & Distillery, 1835 Route 9W, West Park
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: hudsy.com
Olivier Tarpaga Dance Project: “Once the dust settles, flowers bloom”
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. Presented as a partnership project with Catskill Mountain Foundation and Joyce Theater Foundation.
Location: Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street, Tannersville
Time: 7:30 pm
More Info: catskillmtn.org
Mighty Poplar
A new all-star roots project featuring Andrew Marlin of Watchhouse, Noam Pikelny and Chris Eldridge of Punch Brothers, bassist Greg Garrison of Leftover Salmon and fiddler Alex Hargreaves of Billy Strings. Regarded as some of the finest players of their generation, the playing is never showy and always in service of the song.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
Saturday Creature Features Presents: The Abominable Dr. Phibes (1971)
Vincent Price is outstanding in a horror/comedy with enough quirky, murderous fun for the whole family! The deliciously mad Dr. Phibes (Price) exacts revenge on those who were responsible for his wife’s death. Beautifully filmed by director Robert Fuest, see it in its original theatre format on the big screen!
Location: Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main Street, Rosendale
Time: 9:30 pm
More Info: rosendaletheatre.org
SEPTEMBER 23-24
Equus Fest East
Demonstrations and clinic demonstrations in all equestrian disciplines and professional services, vendors (tack, feed/supplements, farm and home equipment, crafts and food), and entertainment.
Location: Ulster County Fairgrounds 249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz
More Info: equusfesteast.com
SEPTEMBER 24
Mushroom Walks with Chicory Naturalist
Join Chris Baker of Chicory Naturalist for a walk through the Opus 40 property—sculpture, meadow, woods and trails—to identify and find edible mushrooms.
Location: Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum
356 George Sickle Road, Saugerties
Time: 10:00-11:30 am
More Info: opus40.org
Music at the Colony: Brunch in the Garden w/ MARJI ZINTZ
Sunday Bluegrass & Sunday Jazz
In the Ballroom: ARLEN ROTH
Brunch in the Garden with Marji Zintz @ 11 am; Sunday Bluegrass in the Beer Garden @ 3 pm; Sunday Jazz in the Beer Garden @ 6 pm, Arlen Roth in the Ballroom @ 8 pm.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Y La Bamba
Chosen Family Presents Guadalajara based indie rockers Y La Bamba, supporting their 7th
LP Lucha
Location: Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum
356 George Sickle Road, Saugerties
Time: 6:00 pm
More Info: opus40.org
Mali Obomsawin
Mali Obomsawin is an award winning bassist/ composer from Odanak First Nation. Her debut album Sweet Tooth (Out of Your Head Records 2022) has garnered international acclaim and quickly established her as a rising jazz star and an innovative folk music visionary. Seamlessly melding chorale-like spirituals, folk melodies, and post-Albert Ayler free jazz, Obomsawin’s compositions occupy a universe completely their own.
Location: West Kortright Centre, 49 West Kortright Church Road, East Meredith
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: westkc.org
SEPTEMBER 28-30
Dedication
Maude Adams Theater Hub
New York pianist, Roger Peltzman’s one-person show, Dedication, recounts his family’s tragic history fleeing the Nazis in war-torn Europe using drama, humor, powerful images and musical performances of everything from blues to Chopin.
SEPTEMBER 30
Music at the Colony:
Brunch in the Garden: ERIC ERICKSON
In the Beer Garden: THE SPELLBINDER ORCHESTRA & NATHAN KALISH
In the Ballroom: FEAST OF FRIENDS
Brunch in the Garden @ 11 am; The Spellbinder Orchestra in the Beer Garden @ 3 pm; Nathan Kalish in the Beer Garden @ 6 pm; Feast of Friends, a Tribute to the Doors in the Ballroom @ 8 pm.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
SEPTEMBER 26-27
WELCOME TO NIGHT VALE
A twice-monthly podcast in the style of community updates for the small desert town of Night Vale, featuring local weather, news, announcements from the Sheriff’s Secret Police, mysterious lights in the night sky, dark hooded figures with unknowable powers, and cultural events. Turn on your radio and hide.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
SEPTEMBER 27
NRBQ
There really is no other band that does what NRBQ does. Much has been made over the years of the band’s eclectic nature, but it has its roots in a very solid tradition of taking diverse musical strains and incorporating them into an all-encompassing vision.
Location: Levon Helm Studios 160 Plochmann
Lane, Woodstock
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: levonhelm.com
SEPTEMBER 28
Music at the Colony:
In the Beer Garden: ERIC ERICKSON
In the Ballroom: WOODSTOCK FILM FESTIVAL
MUSIC VIDEO SHOWCASE
Eric Erickson in the Beer Garden @ 5 pm, Woodstock Film Festival Music Video Showcase in the Ballroom @ 8:00 pm. .
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Location: Doctorow Center for the Arts, 7971 Main Street, Hunter
More Info: maudeadamstheaterhub.org
SEPTEMBER 29
Music at the Colony:
In the Beer Garden: TOO LAZY BOYS
In the Ballroom: WOODSTOCK FILM FESTIVAL DIRECTORS PARTY
Too Lazy Boys in the Beer Garden @ 5 pm; Woodstock Film Festival Directors Party in the Ballroom @ 10 pm.
Location: Colony, 22 Rock City Rd., Woodstock
More Info: colonywoodstock.com
Alien Life, and How to Find It
A presentation by Professor Clara Sousa-Silva.
Location: D&H Canal Historical Society, 1315 Rte 213 High Falls
Time: 7:00 pm
More Info: canalmuseum.org
An Evening with Al Franken
Whether discussing his career in comedy or in public service, Franken delivers a singular experience—leaving audiences thoroughly entertained, more knowledgeable, and either optimistic or extremely depressed about our nation’s future. Franken is delighted to talk about his 15 seasons at Saturday Night Live with behind-the-scene stories about the show’s evolution.
Location: Ulster Performing Arts Center, 601 Broadway, Kingston
Time: 8:00 pm
More Info: bardavon.org
SEPTEMBER 30-OCTOBER 1
Hudson Valley Garlic Festival
A two day celebration of all things garlic: farmers, food, demos and entertainment
Location: Cantine Veterans Memorial Complex Washington Avenue Ext, Saugerties
More Info: hvgf.org
SEPTEMBER 30-OCTOBER 3
Vintage Base Ball:
Third Annual Cowtown Scramble
Featuring the Bovina Dairymen, Providence Grays, Brooklyn Atlantics, Mountain Athletic Club, Kingston Guards, Polecats Base Ball Club, Westfield Wheelmen, Connecticut Bulldogs, Saugerties Base Ball Club, Dirigo BBC, Mutual Base Ball Club of NY and more! 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
More Info: delcovintagebaseball.org
SEPTEMBER 30-OCTOBER 15
Hunter Mountain Oktoberfest
Hunter’s legendary Oktoberfest is back! Join us for three weekends of fun with German themed live music, beer tents, food trucks, kids games, the doxie derby, hiking, scenic skyrides and more!
Location: Hunter Mountain Resort, 64 Klein Avenue, Hunter Days & Time: Saturdays & Sundays
More Info: huntermtn.com
Celebrating The Catskill Mountain Foundation’s 25th Year of Bringing Art To The Mountains
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2nd, 11AM-5PM
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3rd, 11AM-4PM
34 BIG HOLLOW RD, MAPLECREST, NY
Susan Beecher | Susan Bogen | Bruce Dehnert | Maureen Garcia
Flo Gillen | ALEX GRECO | Harry & Meredith Kunhardt
Harry Levenstein | MARY MAGLIERI | Bob McAllister | Tess Pelham
Sally Rothchild | Taylor Sijan | Nancy Waterhouse
Teresa CurtisS (weaving)
THESE LOCAL POTTERS PRODUCE EXQUISITE HAND-MADE POTTERY EACH WITH THEIR OWN INDIVIDUAL STYLE FOR YOU TO ENJOY IN YOUR HOME OR AS A UNIQUE GIFT
In case of rain exhibits will be in the Ceramic Studio
34 BIG HOLLOW RD, MAPLECREST, NY (LOCATED IN THE LARGE FIELD)
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Unless otherwise noted, ticket prices are as follows: PURCHASED IN ADVANCE*: $25 regular; $20 senior; $7 student/child * + Processing Fees. Higher at-the door ticket prices apply.
We are THRILLED to celebrate our 25th Anniversary of bringing Arts to the Mountaintop with our most impressive season yet!
VIRTUAL!
International Fortepiano Salon #16
Sunday, September 10 @ 2:00 pm
HopeBoykinDance
“States of Hope”
A Partnership Project with The Joyce Theater Foundation
Saturday, September 16 @ 7:30 pm
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 Project
“Once the dust settles, flowers bloom”
A Partnership Project with The Joyce Theater Foundation
Saturday, September 23 @ 7:30 pm
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.
Maude Adams Theater Hub
Thursday-Saturday, September 28-30
Doctorow Center for the Arts
Note: alternate ticket prices apply. New York pianist, Roger Peltzman’s one-person show, Dedication, recounts his family’s tragic history fleeing the Nazis in war-torn Europe using drama, humor, powerful images and musical performances of everything from blues to Chopin.
Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE
A Partnership Project with The Joyce Theater Foundation
Sunday, October 8 @ 2:00 pm
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 @ 7:30 pm
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
Sunday, November 19 @ 2:00 pm
Windham Festival Chamber Orchestra
Robert Manno, Conductor
Simone Dinnerstein, piano
Saturday, November 25 @ 7:30 pm
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 & 7:30 pm
Sunday, December 3 @ 2:00 pm
Saturday, December 9 @ 2:00 & 7:30 pm
Sunday, December 10 @ 2:00 pm
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 @ 7:30 pm
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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