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December 2011

Covering Orange & Sullivan Counties & the neighboring towns of Milford, Dingmans Ferry, Beacon, Marlboro, Walker Valley & Ellenville

art • cinema • dance • festivals • holistic living • music • opera • poetry • theatre

Publisher’s Column Dear Friends, We have added destination pages for Ellenville, Cornwall/Woodbury and an expanded Wurtsboro section to our recent Milford, Middletown, Sugar Loaf/Chester and Monroe destinations following a strong relationship with Walden and Montgomery where the businesses continue to show great support for the arts. Thanks to all involved. We are also grateful to those businesses and individuals who sponsor news sections and calendars. They help to keep the CANVAS complimentary so that all the arts venues can get their information out directly to you. As do our advertisers. Please take the time to look at all the ads. Besides the service businesses that advertise, the retail and arts places all have holiday sales. So, please keep the paper for reference all month as you plan your shopping trips. And, of course, you can always give the gift of CANVAS Home Delivery to a friend. The mail-in form is on the bottom of this page.

Collaborations keep the Arts strong and I’d like to offer Kudos to the following collaborators: County Organizations: Orange County Human Rights Commission, Orange County Arts Council, SUNY Orange Middletown Campus & the SUNY Orange Newburgh Campus. (see page 15). City Organization, Arts Entrepreneurs & Major Local Business: Port Jervis Arts Council, UpFront Exhibition Space & The Lynx at River Bend Golf Course. (see page 35). Local and non-local People and Places NYC & Local Musicians/Singers, Milford Conductor & Wawarsing Restaurant & Ellenville Arts Venue. (see page 10). Kudos also to two chamber music series even though their concerts were on the same date and at the same time. I mastered being in two places at once, but I will not give away my secret, so don’t ask! The Newburgh Chamber Music Series always brings world class string quartets to

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Orange County. Last month the Enso Quartet amazed the audience with their incredibly lyrical playing of Bartok’s String Quartet # 2, making it sound as melodic as Dvorak (well, almost). And Kudos to a very brave man, Piotr Kargul (violist with the Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra). Along with the wonderful musician Ron De Fesi (Artist Director of the Hudson Opera Company), Kargul concertized on his viola for the Grand Montgomery Chamber Music series and he chose to perform (with one exception) a program made up entirely of melodic, romantic music, reminding us that we must not ever ignore or denigrate this genre of music as it truly entertains and soothes the savage breast at the same time.

Audience Favorite Poplavskaya Returns in “Faust” by Derek Leet

As most opera-savvy people know, La Boheme and Carmen (or is it Aida?) are the most popular operas. But once upon a time, around the turn of the 20th century, the most performed opera in the world was Charles Gounod’s Faust. Why has it lost favor? I do not know. It is full of beautiful and exciting music. But due to Verdi’s and Puccini’s insistence on their opera plots being dialogue and/or character-driven, perhaps people were becoming used to believability in opera rather than having just a musical experience. Is Faust’s libretto by Jules Barbier and Michel Carré from Carré's play

world class (singing) actors. Jonas Kaufman has the title role and Rene Pape is Mephistopheles. Marguerite is Marina Poplavskaya, who thrilled SCCC audiences with her emotional interpretations in recent showings of Turandot, Boris Godunov and Don Carlo. The opera will be “livecast” on December 10 Marina Poplavskaya at 1:00pm. (Rene Fleming in Handel’s lacking in 20th and now 21st century audiences’ Rodelinda will be livecast on December 3 at expectations? 12:30pm.) There is an excellent way to find out if that For tickets and information call: 845-434might be so when Sullivan County 5750, ext. 4377. Community College (SCCC) in Loch Sheldrake offers the opera in the Live from the CANVAS WRITERS’ TIDBITS Met in HD Series because the three leads are Visit TheCatskillChronicle.com for Barry Plaxen’s reviews of operas in the Live from the Met in HD Series and Sullivan classical music concerts, in addition to other Sullivan County news in this interesting and informative online newspaper. Artist Opportunity

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The Pine Bush Area Arts Council is seeking artists to exhibit in the Crawford Gallery, Government Center, Pine Bush, for the 2012 season. Each show runs for two months. Interested parties should contact Linda Malmendier at 845-744-2075 or via email at: linda5420@frontiernet.net.

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arts & Agriculture, “nourishing body and soul” sponsored by Wallkill River School & Gallery, Montgomery

..........Two Books Combine the Arts and Food.......... Orange County Bounty The concept of "eating within a 100-mile radius" has inspired an historic collaboration between artists, chefs, and farmers to produce a local foods cookbook. “Orange County Bounty, featuring the finest and freshest that O.C. has to offer”, was compiled during the growing season by artists from the Wallkill River School, who visited farms that retail directly to the public. The artists collected recipes and family histories of the farmers, and painted each farm “en plein air” for the cookbook. Many restaurants that feature local produce also contributed recipes. The cookbook was published by Royal Fireworks Press in Unionville on 100% recycled paper with soybased ink. It is available at many local farms and at these CANVAS advertisers: Picture It Orange County Bounty back cover Framed, 165 South Plank Road (Route 52) in Newburgh and the Wallkill River School. 90s. Today, she is a renowned kundalini yoga You can also order your copy online at teacher and holistic health coach. In the late 90s Marika restored a traditional farm WallkillRiverSchool.com. complex in her native Estonia and transformed it into an international arts and Essential Nourishment Marika Blossfeldt was born in Estonia, wellness center, called Polli Talu Arts grew up in Germany and currently divides her Center. During the summer she facilitates time between Beacon and Estonia. She yoga, wellness and cooking retreats there. Her new Estonian cookbook, visually studied painting in Berlin and contemporary dance in NYC. She was a featured soloist in stunning and potentially life-changing, the New York dance scene during the 80s and Essential Nourishment, is an integrated

Marika Blossfeldt

Essential Nourishment by Marika Blossfeldt

cookbook and nutrition guide fusing an appreciation for the sensual pleasures of natural foods with a sensible approach to nourishment. Marika is part of RiverWinds Gallery’s Buone Feste – an Annual Holiday Group show, where there are also paintings by Marika on exhibit, including her paperbag series. RiverWinds Gallery opened its door in July 2003 and has showcased and supported

Hudson Valley Artists, and provided outstanding fine art and unique gifts for customers. It features more than 40 of the finest Hudson Valley artists. There are traditional fine art and contemporary crafts including ceramics, pottery, cards, paintings, photography, and jewelry. The book is available at RiverWinds Gallery, 172 Main Street in Beacon. Phone the Gallery at 845-838-2880 for more information.

Art & Photos in Parksville

Santa in Eldred

The Gallery at Rolling River Cafe in Parksville represents locally and internationally known artists, photographers & children's book illustrators. An exhibition displaying the talent of several artists and photographers: Ken Dietz, LaVerne Black, Sergei Goloshapov, Bagram Ibatoulline, Aleksey Nuzhnov, Miriam Rayevsky, Rob Rayevsky, Pietro Spica, Les “Pirate Pup” Illustration by Rob Rayevsky Stone and Andrey Tamarchenko runs thru December 18. The cafe is located at 25 Cooley Road in Parksville. Phone: 845-747-4123.

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Biodynamically grown organic vegetables The Santa Express will begin a 50-mile Walker Valley. 1-866-993-8932 x13 trek bringing smiles to the faces of children in western Sullivan County on December 10 Willow Wisp Organic Farm at 5:00pm and December 17 at 5:30pm. Callicoon Farmers Market Families are encouraged to be on the 25 Stone House Road, Damascus PA 570-224-8013 lookout for Santa either from their homes or at any of the stops. Signs and banners long Christmas scene filled with thousands of welcoming Santa are encouraged! A fun filled lights and decorations. For info: The Corner, 577 Route 55, or night of holiday cheer your family will remember forever. The Santa Express is a 50’ phone Lou Monteleone at 845-557-3321. Artist Opportunity

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Destination...................................................................................................... Holiday Arts & Crafts at WRS

The Wallkill River School’s third annual Members Exhibit features works by 100 regional artists who are WRS members. This exhibit will showcase the cultural diversity and deep talent pool of Orange County’s first homegrown arts movement. The exhibit fills the entire exhibition space of the Wallkill River School and Art Gallery from December 1-31. In conjunction with the December 3 reception from Noon to 7:00pm, is a “Handmade for the Holidays” gift bazaar of handmade goods from local artisans. Fourteen fine crafters will be set up around the gallery

and workshops space. Visitors can sample crisp apple cider, and seasonal treats while strolling through a marketplace of local craftspeople displaying everything from hand-knitted scarves, unique jewelry, hand-thrown pots, and Victorian trinkets. Why buy from China when you can choose one-of-a kind hand crafted gifts made by your friends and neighbors? The WRS is at 232 Ward St. (Route 17K), 845- 457-ARTS. The reception will be held on December 3, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Visit www.WallkillRiverSchool.com.

GMCM Concert Dec. 4 The Grand Montgomery Chamber Music Series has just announced at press time a change in its free December 4, 3:00pm concert at the Senior Center. Monroe-raised soprano Leilah Dione Ezra and pianist Karen Jeng will perform songs by Brahms, Schubert and others including Henri Duparc. Duparc is best known for his seventeen Karen Jeng Leilah Dione Ezra mélodies. These pieces are considered by The Senior Center is at 36 Bridge Street. many to be among the greatest compositions For info: 845-457-9867. by any composer in this form. Buy Local

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montgomery & Campbell Hall calendar sponsored by Di Bello Gallery

Art & Photography Exhibits

Recreation

Mike Jaroszko luminist James Hiller photography James Douglas Gallery, ongoing

Old Fashioned Holiday Weekend Dec 10, 10am-8pm Horse & Carriage Rides Noon-4pm Santa 1pm-3pm Downtown

“Celebration of the Season” thru Jan 4 Wolfgang Gallery

WRS Members Exhibit Dec 1-31 Reception: Dec 3, 5pm-8pm

Historic Montgomery Tour 2011 Begins: Village Museum, Dec 11, Noon-4pm

“Handmade for the Holidays” Dec 3, Noon-7pm

Wallkill River School

Holiday Live Nativity Scene Presbyterian Church, Dec 17, 6pm-8pm

Music - Classical Leilah Dione Ezra soprano, Karne Jeng piano Senior Center, Dec 4, 3pm

Poetry Reading Oliver Grech Noble Coffee Roasters, Dec 1, 7pm

Puppetry “A Christmas Carol” Senior Center, 3:30pm

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.....................................................montgomery..................................... “I Have Often Walked Down This Street Before...” A Walking Tour of Historic Downtown Montgomery 2011

by Joan Buck Smith For the past 20 years, the Historic Montgomery Association has welcomed neighbors and travelers alike into the homes, churches and buildings of this historic village: Montgomery. The tour offers a unique look into America's past. Most locations have been in continuous use for more than 175 years without significant change. The emphasis has been on preservation of the most desirable features of architectural heritage without sacrificing the practical necessities of modern life. These are not museum pieces; rather they are living examples of early architecture, serving the needs of their current occupants as faithfully as they did residents of the past. The Village of Montgomery was originally called Ward's Bridge, named for James Ward, the miller who constructed the first bridge across the Wallkill. The name was changed to Montgomery to honor General Richard Montgomery, KIA 1775 at the Battle of Quebec during the Revolutionary War. Many local men Buy Local

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served under his extraordinary command. Over the past 20 years many home owners, churches and businesses have opened their historic buildings for the Association's tour. Village Historian Marion Mohr Wild researches all the histories for the brochure. A walking tour of Montgomery's historic homes and buildings, each decorated for the holidays, is the perfect pick-me-up for a brisk sunny Sunday afternoon in December. The 2011 tour will be held on December 11, from 1:00pm-4:00pm. Although there are no lilac trees in the heart of town, quaint boutiques and antique shops will dining out & in

Firefighter’s Museum

St. Francis of Assisi Chruch

be open. This year’s tour will include: The Montgomery Museum and the Orange County Firefighters Museum on Clinton Street, the Cook residence on Ward Street, the Stockburger residence on Charles Street, St. Francis of Assisi on Wallkill Avenue, the Byam residence on Union Street, the Noorlander residence on Union Street, Buck's Homestead on Goodwill Road (Joan Buck Smith residence and B&B), Bodine's Tavern just across the bridge on Route 211 (Comeau residence), and the Montgomery House on Union Street (Robert Wiggins). The oldest part of the home will also be included (resident Brian Pavelski).

A brunch will be served before the tour begins at the Winding Hills Golf Club on Route 17K from 11:00am-1:00pm. Advanced reservations are required for the brunch. Tickets are available at Montgomery Village Hall or the Village Sampler or by mail: Joan Buck Smith 364 Goodwill Rd., Montgomery, NY 12549. Tickets in advance are $12 for tour or $32 for brunch and tour. Tickets will also be available on December 11 starting at Noon at the Montgomery Museum on Clinton Street for $15. Questions? Call Joan Buck Smith at 845-4573457.

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.........................................................................................montgomery “Bah Humbug!” - Who Said That? A Christmas Carol on Stage in Montgomery by J. A. Di Bello Women say it. Men say it. Even junior high kids say it! In Montgomery, a puppet of the famed puppeteer Robert Rodgers will say it: "Bah Humbug!" This rather obtuse phrase, extracted from the mouth of the miserable miser Ebenezer Scrooge of the 19th century and classic novella, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, has become dominate in an ever expanding, translingual environment. It has gained a universal meaning, as an expression of miserly behavior and contempt! The Montgomery Free Library, under the prudent leadership of Betsy Comizo, has arranged for Rodgers, a world-class puppeteer, to present his characters (puppets he designed and crafted) in a dramatic interpretation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. The presentation is designed as a literal interpretation of the classic novella. Although it is not scary, it should not to be confused with The Muppets' Christmas Carol or the Mr. Magoo’s Christmas Carol. The intended audience is adults and school aged children.

Robert Rodgers’ World of Charles Dickens

The art of puppetry teamed with the art of the narrative is hardly a novelty. Its history dates far into the cultures of the Far East and other civilizations, as each learned the importance of passing knowledge and values from one generation to another. But, exactly what are puppets? Most in this audience are familiar with Howdy Doody, Kukla, (Fran) and Ollie, the Muppets and some may even have had a first-name relationship with the likes of Charlie McCarthy. Respectively, these examples are a marionette, hand puppets, rod puppets and the

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ventriloquist's dummy. Puppetry as means of artistic expression stretches from classic children's theatre to the Metropolitan Opera in New York City, where a recent production of Puccini's Madama Butterfly, using puppetry was reported as "Brilliant." Robert Rodgers is recognized internationally as a master of his art. He has taken his troupe of puppets and original plays throughout the United States, Canada, the Czech Republic, Tunisia, Colombia, Taiwan and the People's Republic of China. Rodgers is a master of many theatrical talents. He designs and beautifully Buy Local

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constructs his own string, rod and hand puppets. He writes his own plays, composes and plays his own music. His specialty is theatre for young, school age children and his production of A Christmas Carol is an example. In preparation for A Christmas Carol, Rodgers studied and read Dickens' master novella of 1843 and created the play. It includes of course, Jacob Marley's ghost and the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet To Come. Two types of puppets will be used for the production: marionettes and shadow puppets. The shadow puppets are most effective in a scene where Ebenezer Scrooge goes on a kind of dream-like journey when he watches silhouettes. "Who goes there? Jacob Marley's dead! True?” Discover the truth about Christmas Past, Present and Yet To Come. The Montgomery Free Library will present A Christmas Carol, a faithful and vivid production by master puppeteer Robert Rodgers. It is free to the public and will be presented at the Village Senior Center, 36 Bridge Street, at 3:30pm, December 10. Library phone: 845-457-5616

“Shorts & Sweets” in Hurleyville Big Sky Productions and the Sullivan County Historical Society are presenting a program featuring holiday readings, music and even a few jokes, from Big Sky's Carol Montana, DeLois Carol Montana "Cookie" House, Jack Leshner, Michael Valentine, Debbie Palmarini, Pete & Crystal Tweed, and Ed Berens. Big Sky is a communityDeLois based theatrical company “Cookie” House in Sullivan County that produces comedies, dramas, murder

mysteries, dinner theatre and dramatic readings. Productions are presented year round. On December 10 at 7:30pm the thespians will present their 2011 edition of Shorts and Sweets at the Debbie Palmarini Sullivan County Museum in Hurleyville. During intermission, you can enjoy free refreshments. Call 845-985-7783 for info The Museum is located Mike Valentine at 265 Main Street in Hurleyville. For info phone: 845- 434 -8044.

Keith Jordan at UUC Coffeehouse Keith Jordan will be the featured performer at the coffeehouse of the Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild on December 10. The coffeehouse is held at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Rock Tavern, starting at 7:30 p.m., with open mic sign-up and refreshments available at 7:00pm. Jordan is a social worker and mental health professional who decided in his 40s to embark on a journey of musical expression to convey messages pertaining to issues that affect the way we live our lives. He is an active member of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild and currently serves as president of the Rock Tavern Chapter. He has been involved with the SummerSongs music camp and is a student of Amy Fradon's Vocal Visionary

School. He will be performing some of his original songs, accompanied by guitarist Glen Roethel and pianist Hollis Kellogg, and some special guests will be joining him onstage for several songs. The Unitarian Universalist Congregation is located at 9 Vance Lane in Rock Tavern, off Route 207. For more info: 845-978-5620.

Holistic Living Section sponsored by Linda Richichi

My Crystal Connection “Connection”

Holistic Calendar

by Alex G. I live in Queens, and recently made a little excursion up to Wurtsboro to visit friends. I really like Wurtsboro because it is a traditional village with so much history. The people that live there are very nice and make me feel very welcome. Walking down Sullivan Street my attention was grabbed by a beautiful multicolored old church. I was later informed that this church had been built in 1890. I was reminded of the time I visited Austria and entered some very beautiful old world places of worship. In front was a sign that said Crystal Connection: Crystals and Minerals, and I thought, “Wow, how nice to have converted an old church into a place for crystals and minerals to hang out.” I decided to take a peek inside. To my amazement I immediately felt like I was home. The interior of the church was intact and other than the fact that there were no pews to sit on, it maintained its cathedral ambiance. Amazingly, there were crystals everywhere!

UUC ............................................................................................................ Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Rock Tavern

Psychic Experience Group w/Athen Drewes ....................................................UUC 1st Tuesdays, 7pm Dinner and Reading w/Lisa Ann..........................The Trestle, Cornwall-on-Hudson, Dec 18, 2pm-6pm Unity Consciousness Fair ........................................................Crystal Connection, Wurtsboro, Dec 17?

Crystal Connection’s Labyrinth

Readings at Trestle

There were some of the most beautiful clusters, geodes and points I had ever seen. I looked around and found wonderful citrines, amethysts and other minerals from all over the world. I felt like a kid in a crystal candy store. I made out with some great deals and took some fliers with me so I could recommend this store to my friends in the city. I wish I could have stayed longer because of the many metaphysical activities and events that are held at the Crystal Connection. I am glad I made the "connection" with the Crystal Connection and I will definitely make it a regular stop every time I visit Wurtsboro. Be sure to check out the labyrinth behind the yellow church!

Every third Sunday of the month from 2:00pm to 6:00pm you can enjoy “some of the best food in the Hudson Valley,” claims Internationally known Slate Hill reader Lisa Ann, “and then have a fifteen minute sitting with me. Your reading may cover past, present, future, health, career, relationship, loved ones who have passed, etc.” The Trestle Restaurant and Bar is Psychic Lisa Ann located at 2 Idlewild Avenue in Cornwall-on-Hudson. Reservations are required. Call The Trestle at 845-534-2400.

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Serious Shoppers Find Consignments a Sure Thing by Roanne Patterson Red-blooded shoppers flock to consignment shops these days. It is a matter of being in the presence of unique and perfect-for-the-occasion items that you might not find in a big box store, let alone pay for it. CANVAS decided to find out what makes these stores different and why do people go to them. Consignment shops are the way to get through a difficult economy, find your style and affordably share and wear the clothing that makes your definitive statement. Sullivan “Consignium is not your average consignment store; we specialize in quality women’s clothing from a myriad of fabulous designers such as Chanel, Armani, and Gucci, etc. We offer Designer and Vintage clothing in different styles and sizes from 0 to 3X,” notes Sharon McKane owner of Wurtsboro’s Consignium. “Our store appeals to those people who love quality at discounted prices. Most of our clothing and shoes are new with tags on, or like new, and made in the USA, France, Italy and Spain.” In addition they carry quality antiques, jewelry and interesting collectibles. What sets Consignium apart from other

shops is that they offer private appointments to a single person or groups during the week. They are open to the general public on weekends. As for the Internet, McKane says that they are getting ready to launch “Consignium Sales” live. “Our website can be viewed, www.consignium.com but we're not open for sales yet, on the web,” says McKane. They are targeting the New Year, perhaps sooner. In sum, a customer, who works for two fashion magazines and travels the world said, "Consignium is the best consignment shop ever!" Stop by and see what the hoopla is all about. Orange Maria Beltrametti owner of Recycled Style in Montgomery has a positive outlook. For affirmative self expression there is no better way to be ready to meet the day than with good looking dressy items. It is a lift that promotes self expression and confidence. ` At Recycled Style, consigners receive store credit (rather than cash). “This gives you more for your money; my things are all a good value so a $25 store credit here is worth at least $50 in a regular retail store. This is comparable to other consignment shops; I buy at thrift shops and resell. Consignment gowns, cocktail dresses and coats that are 25 years or newer vintage I buy outright (or

reject outright), a few more contemporary things brings a wider range of sizes to offer,” says Beltrametti. Maria Beltrametti feels that off-price retailers with good value are those who do well because they are open to possibilities. Her advice is to be “Open to possibilities, you never know. Fashion is the most fun way of self expression for a woman. Here you find more and unique items (in one place), than at the mall. After one year and four months, it’s a lot of fun,” said Beltrametti. 109 Ward St (17K) Montgomery. 845-7697000. 11:00am-6:00pm. Closed Tuesdays.

Antiques mix. But not antiques prices, thank goodness. Reganess says, “Lauren Anderson is opening up another thrift shop soon, Calling All Angels (same location, different space) that is mostly clothing. We hope that it will pay the bills and a small salary; keep the cost of items down for the residents of Sussex and Port Jervis where lots of people are losing jobs. There is a big need.” They hope to open the second week in December. 611 Broad Street., Milford. 570-409-6950 10:00am-6:00pm. Closed Wednesdays. jreganess@yahoo.com

Pike Gotta Get it Consignment Shop focuses on outreach to those who really want quality and value. Jerry Reganess, owner, finds the most unusual things and his clients know what he is looking for - carefully selected consignment items. His shoppers and clients include “decorators for local businesses in Milford and the tri-state area (including plenty of summer homes). A lot of people from the city love the shop!” With prices from $5 - $300 the items include decorative décor pieces and pastel pencil work by the owner, and Lauren Anderson’s hand made jewelry and acrylics. Recycling – all items are gently used or old.

Children Recently opened Kiddie Go Round offers Children’s resale and consignment, selling new and “gently used” items for children and tots, including shoes and toys. 38 Lake Street, Monroe. 845-774-2297. kiddiegoroundmonroe.com

He sketched the work out in less than a week and had completed it by the end of July. It was not in fact performed at the Columbus celebrations for which it had been intended, but received its first performance only a fortnight later, on 21st October 1892 at the New York Hall, with a choir of 250 singers conducted by Dvorak himself.

Lucas Rau will conduct the Chorale concerts in the Holy Name of Jesus Church in Otisville on December 11 at 5:00pm, and at St. John’s Lucas Rau Lutheran Church in Middletown, December 17 at 7:30pm. Gregg Michalak is the accompanist. Christine Howlett and Michael Hofmann are the Christine Howlett soloists.

Benefit Clothing, antiques and home goods sales at Consign for A Cause in Cornwall benefit The Greater Hudson Valley Family Health Center, Inc. Consign for a Cause is located at 45 Quaker Avenue, Cornwall. For information phone: 845-458-8313 or visit: www.consign4acause.org.

Dvorak’s Te Deum in Otisville and Middletown Unfamiliar works by Antonin Dvorak seem to be “popular” this holiday season. The Pike County Choral Society is performing his Mass in D (see page 23), and the Middletown Concert Chorale is performing his Te Deum. Dvorak received a request from the founder of the National Conservatory in NYC, and his soon-to-be new employer, to write a cantata to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus. This would also be a celebration of Dvorak’s arrival. A suitable text would be sent to him immediately.

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When the promised text failed to arrive, Dvorak became increasingly anxious that there might be insufficient time to write the piece before his departure. Naturally, he felt obliged to do his best to comply with the request and so he turned instead to the great Latin hymn, Te Deum Laudamus, which was suitably festive and appealed to his deeply felt religious convictions.

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Destination............................Ellenville................................................. Local Artist Believes Ellenville is the Next Great Artists' Retreat

by Anna Lillian Moser While the Town of Ellenville in Ulster County might appear desolate and somewhat depressed to the average eye, its streets lined with empty storefronts, artist Leslie Bender sees promise and hope. Having opened her first studio in August, simply called Leslie Bender's Studio, Bender believes Ellenville can and will be the next great destination for artists in the Hudson Valley. "For me I just see it as a natural evolution," Bender said. "Ellenville needs to have more artists come in and stay. That's the real start of it, getting the artists to have their studios there." Bender, who works in a number of mediums, including painting, drawing and printmaking, first moved to the Hudson Valley in 1986, relocating from Brooklyn. She took a job working in a hiking lodge in the Catskills before going to Woodstock and devoting herself entirely to her artwork. Bender says she left Brooklyn because she began to long for the naturalistic beauty of the Hudson Valley. "I really missed the wildlife," Bender said. "My father had brought me up in the woods.

He took us hiking, skiing, and I just found that I really missed it. In Brooklyn I thought I heard the crickets, but it was really just my neighbor's air conditioning." Bender says the majority of her work is figurative, using settings or "environments" as a sort of "circus ring where all the action takes place," including cafes, bars, pools and beaches. "Right now the latest is a pool series where I explore a lot of sexuality and how people relate and their foibles," Bender said, adding, "A lot of my work is deep and powerful. Basically, my artwork has always been an exploration of my own struggle to get clarity. There's been a lot of emotion and psychology that has powered my work. It's personal, emotional, psychological, but I have a really strong painting and drawing ability, you know it's this gift I have, so it's always been able to carry that." Like many others, Bender was initially "stunned" by Ellenville's seemingly desolate appearance. It was, to Bender's mind, a town with an illustrious history now marred by economic hardship. However, earlier this year, Bender did a stint as an artist-inresidence for ArtsWAVE, an Ellenville nonprofit that works to promote artists and

come to life," Bender said. "It's way cool. It's more than just me up here." "It's kind of like there's a lot of jewels here," Bender said. "It continually astounds me, these surprises. People here care about the town. They want to see it get uplifted. You have a lot of intelligent people here that want to see things happen. It looks dark, but there are a lot of lights shining." For information about Leslie and her work, call 845-255-2378 or lesli1h@verizon.net.

Leslie Bender in front of portrait of Timothy Treadwell

artwork in the town. Her work with ArtsWAVE inspired Bender to open her own studio in Ellenville in a former bagel shop where, besides creating and displaying her own artwork, Bender teaches drawing classes. "They want to turn Ellenville into a real artist's town," Bender said of ArtsWAVE. "They believe that's the best way to get it to

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Destination..................................................................................................... Shadowland Benefit at White Wolf

Imagine walking into a ballroom with a beautifully lit stage highlighting a 22 piece orchestra. Everything about what you see and hear is a combination of highly sophisticated, elegant and refined style from the Art Deco era blended with contemporary design and production values resulting in a cutting edge aesthetic: New Deco. The singers range from a vintage retro sound and look, to a super modern delivery and style. You recognize the tune but you've never heard it sound like this! You dance. The lights come down and a captivating singer is featured performing a sultry ballad. The dance floor is cleared. You find a seat at your table and enjoy a cocktail. That is just a taste of Manhattan’s New Deco Orchestra (NDO). Members of the orchestra will bring a truncated version of their ambiance and music to Wawarsing as a benefit for Shadowland. “There will be no room or resources for an appearance by all of NDO so it will, in fact, be "NDO members", explained Manny Moreira, NDO musical director/guitarist/singer and founder/artistic director. Two of the singers featured in the Wawarsing performance are Denise

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Summerford, who also acts as casting director for Shadowland, and Estelle Bajou. Moreira “caught” Bajou in a performance this summer at Shadowland of CC Loveheart & John Simon’s play Jackass Flats. He auditioned her - and hired her! “Other musicians playing that night will be Leo Traversa on bass (he lives in NYC but also has a house in Pike county, as I do) and Norberto Goldberg on drums,” explained Moreira. “Norberto and Leo are members of my Brazilian jazz quartet, EQUATOR. So that evening will be an amalgam of members from both EQUATOR and the NEW DECO ORCHESTRA.” Moreira is bringing his musicians to White Wolf Restaurant & Lounge in Wawarsing for Shadowland’s 27th Annual Gala and Silent Auction in December 3 from 6:00pm to 11:00pm, honoring Hal & Joan Brill and Karen & Aaron Mittman who assisted with the company’s new “second space theatre”. To see if there are any last minute reservations available, phone 845-647-5511. (They expected to be sold out by press time.) Moreira’s websites can be found at: newdecoorchestra.com, and for the jazz quartet: equatorprodctions.net.

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Babes in Toyland Comes to Shadowland by Fawn Morosky

Perhaps you're one of the people who have said to yourself, "They just don't make films like they used to anymore." Thankfully you're not alone. Helping us satiate our vintage movie cravings is the Shadowland Theatre in Ellenville. Just in time for the holidays, the Theatre will be showing the original uncut version of the 1934 classic Babes in Toyland, starring Laurel and Hardy. Ray Faiola, a long time collector of original 16-millimeter film and a member of the board of directors at the Shadowland, will be showing the 1930s footage from his own extensive personal collection. The Shadowland sponsored event will also feature the movie’s original trailer, several vintage cartoon shorts including the only colored episode of Betty Boop who was created by animation pioneer Max Fleischer. Fleischer's work also includes Popeye the Sailor. Prior to the feature there will be a 20minute episode of The Little Rascals. "The showing of this film intends to recreate the feeling of going to a matinee," said Faiola, who will be having more classic matinees shown at the Theater February through April.

The Shadowland Theatre originally opened its doors in 1920, however as time passed the Theatre sat vacant. In the mid 1980's the Theatre was brought back to life by a cooperative group of performers. Throughout the years and the efforts of many artists and community members, the Theatre has been restored to its original splendor and has become a jewel within the community of Ellenville, attracting performers and audiences from across the country. "In the five years since I moved to Ellenville, I have been amazed at the growth of effort and energy of the theatre and how it has positively affected the community and surrounding area," said Faiola. Recently there has been the installation of a new heating and air-conditioning system in the building that will allow for more public events and performances in the off-season. Shadowland is currently offering a Children's Acting Academy that will also be performing in December. Babes in Toyland and “short subjects” will be shown December 17at 4:00pm. Tickets are available the day of the show or you can call the box office to make a reservation. Phone: 845-647-5111.

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Gallery Link “ArtsWAVE in Residence” is the new exhibit featuring Ellenville’s local artists association who revived their artist-in-residence programs at their Market Street location in 2011. Ulster County artists who needed studio space were invited to work at the ArtsWAVE Art Center, free of charge. Leslie Bender, Nancy Colombo and Florence Lasicki are three artists who responded to the invitation. As a “give back” to Skoler Gallery the community, each artist held “open studio” The exhibit at Skoler Gallery, 170 Canal hours, and offered free public workshops. Now, people can enjoy an exhibit of works by Street, opens on December 10 with a reception all three artists at Ellenville’s Gallery Link thru / party at 6:00pm. Skoler Gallery is at 270 Canal Street. (see page 36 for more information). December 28.

ellenville calendar Art Exhibits Monica Cohen drawings Healing Art Gallery, thru December 31 Ellenville Regional Hospital

“Cinema “Babes in Toyland” Laurel & Hardy Shadowland Theatre, Dec 17, 4pm

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“ArtsWAVE In Residence” Ellenville Library Gallery Link, thru Dec 31

Shadowland Annual Gala & Silent Auction White Wolf Restaurant, Dec 3, 6pm-11pm

Holiday Exhibit Skoler Gallery, Dec 10-31 Reception: December 10, 6pm

Holiday Party incl. Vanaver Caravan Liberty Square, Dec 10, 12:30pm-6pm

Civil War Ledger on Display at EPL&M Ellenville Public Library and Museum’s (EPL&M) Civil War Ledger is now available online, thanks to the Hudson River Valley Heritage Project. One of the many treasures in EPL&M’s local history collection, a collection which represents 50 years of cataloguing, indexing, and preserving artifacts, ephemera and archives from the Town of Wawarsing, is the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) Ledger documenting the service of Civil War soldiers who served with local Ward Post 191. This beautiful ledger, hand scripted and in excellent condition, contains the personal records of local soldiers who fought in the Civil War, as well as their recollections of battles, illness, capture, prison, escape, and tales of heroism. The recollections often include the names of the wartime comrades with whom

they served. Both the horror and honor of the Civil War line the pages of this magnificent volume. During this time, local volunteers, including two Ellenville Central School Honor Students, a homeschooler and his mother, as well as other local residents and staff, have been painstakingly transcribing the written script of the volume into text that will render the digital images of the book “searchable” online. It is because of this exciting project that EPL&M staff members Asha Golliher and Jonathan Force, a part time digital archivist at the museum, were invited to participate in the upcoming conference on “Creating a Blueprint for a National Digital Public Library”. The ledger is currently on display at the Gallery Link, 40 Center Street, Ellenville. For more information call 845-647-5530.

Join the Village Multi-Cultural Party!

The Vanaver Caravan (see photo on right) will be sharing holiday dances and songs at the Multi-Cultural Holiday party in Liberty Square on December 10 at 3:00pm. The festivities will run from 12:30pm - 6pm with the Village Tree Lighting at 5pm. Phone 845-647-5530 for information.

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Destination...................................................................................................... Students Raise Money for Music

by Naomi Kennedy Taylor Spargo and Elliana Harrold, both 12 years old, have been friends for 3 years. These two very ambitious and resourceful young ladies set out on a mission and are determined to reach their goal. They are collecting cans and can tabs, bottles and bottle caps, to raise funds for the Monticello’s Middle School and High School's music programs. Taylor's dad Alvin Spargo, a beer distributor in Wurtsboro, suggested raising money for the music program. "We also have a bucket on my dad's counter and collect change and donations," said Taylor. Steve Schwartz from Steve's Music Center in Rock Hill has agreed to discount the purchase of music for the Monticello Middle School and High School music programs. Wurtsboro residents Taylor and Elliana both play violin in the orchestra of the Middle School. "I've seen a couple of people play the violin and I really like the sound. My teacher,

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Taylor Spargo, Steve Schwartz and Elliana Harrold

Ms. Laufersweller, likes to work on medieval music," said Taylor. At a "Fly-In" breakfast at the Wurtsboro Airport, in order to raise more funds, the two girls had set up a table amongst people with other causes. "I made $27 and afterwards Theresa Spiano, from the Mamakating Rotary Club (in Sullivan County), brought in a $100 check," said Taylor.

These two students of the Monticello Middle School will turn in their efforts to the Middletown Recycling Center for the cost of aluminum. Before the end of the school year, Taylor and Elliana hope to raise more than $500 for the music program. They have already raised $300! When Taylor grows up she would like to continue playing the violin in college. "My

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main goal is to become a lawyer and a politician," said Taylor. Elliana would like to be an actor and also wants to pursue the violin.

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The Wurtsboro American Legion is holding a Pearl Harbor Day Open House on December 7 from 7:30am to 9:00am at 92 Pine Street. As explained by member Larry Barnes, “featured will be a Taps and Rifle salute. Eggwich breakfast for $2 (got to pay the oil bill this Winter), hot drink and whatever is on the table included. “Also (my favorite) early arrivers are invited to try and coax a "War Story" out of one of our old timers. Got a good one from an age 90 "WW2" Air Craft Carrier Sailor last month at the West Point Vet Concert. “We are very entertaining. There will be a short speech including a brief history lesson followed by a full Military Honors Funeral Ceremony with Live firing of our antique rifles.” All are invited. Call John 845-888-4958 or Larry 845-888-4414.

.................................................................wurtsboro............................. Nelson Pantoja’s Toothpick Art at Wurtsboro Art Alliance Gallery

The tri-county area has many innovative entrepreneurs, performers, writers and visual artists in its midst such as the remarkable artist Nelson Pantoja, the “toothpick artist” and his “Enchanted Sticks” Pantoja’s unique artworks are on display through December 18 at the Wurtsboro

Art Alliance Gallery, 73 Sullivan Street. It is open on Saturdays and Sundays, Noon to 4:00pm, (and by appointment) and it is here that you can see this remarkable art. One large work (not pictured here) in the form of an eight foot tree (see CANVAS November cover photo) is slightly different in that it is

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made from “bamboo toothpicks” which are larger. It is a memorial to all those who died at 911. Each leaf has the name of a deceased “hero” on it and they sway as you walk by. This phenomenon must be seen to be fully appreciated. Call 845-985-7663 for more information.

Floral Workshop Add beauty to your home decorations this coming holiday season by learning to create your own floral arrangement. Lynn of Flowers By Lynn, will hold a Holiday Centerpieces Arrangements Workshop at the Mamakating Library on December 6 at 6:30pm. The library is located at 156 Sullivan Street. Call 845-888-8004 for more information.

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Destination........................................................................Wurtsboro Broadway Concerts Direct Holiday Show

Edd Clark & Sue Matsuki

Broadway Concerts Direct (BCD) is bringing two of New York City’s award winning singers to Wurtsboro for a seasonal concert. Sarah Rice, the usual hostess and co-producer for the area’s finest monthly cabaret series, is taking somewhat of a backseat this time, being billed as a “special guest” for Sue & Edd’s Fabulous Christmas, starring NY Cabaret artists Edd Clark and Sue Matsuki. Paul Stephan is the pianist for the December 17th concert and like all other BCD concerts, it will be held at the Wurtsboro Community Church at 134

Sullivan Street. The church elders always offer the extra treat of delicious home baked goodies during intermission. Don’t miss the performance (or Sarah Rice baked goods!) on December 17 at 8:00pm. Call 845-888-2798 for more information.

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Annual Holiday Show thru Dec 18 Wurtsboro Art Alliance

“Sue & Edd’s Fabulous Christmas” Browadwy Concerts Direct Wurtsboro Community Church, Dec 17, 8pm

Floral Design Workshop Create Floral Centerpieces Mamakating Library, Dec 6, 6:30pm

Recreation Pearl Harbor Day Open House Wurtsboro American Legion,. Dec 7, 7:30pm

Holiday Annual Christmas Party American Legion, Dec 11, 2pm

Workshop Holiday Centerpiece Arrangments Lynn of Flowers by Lynn Mamakating Library, Dec 6. 6:30pm

Florida: Amity Arts Pottery Hosts Earthy Holiday Sale If recent storms, snow and power outages have you in a funk, step into an atmosphere of cheer and inspiration at the Amity Arts Pottery Workshop Annual Holiday Sale. The sale is a cooperative effort of fifteen talented clay artists who have either studied with Judy Duboff or work out of the studio to display one of a kind, practical, whimsical and exquisite examples of their work. With affordable prices within reach of the most careful shopper and unique oneof-a-kind creations, gift giving will be more fun than ever. Amity Arts Pottery Workshop will continue a tradition that they started last year by hosting an artist reception where visitors to the sale can meet all fifteen artists and ask questions about their work. There will be refreshments available and music playing for a truly festive spirit. Artfully displayed clay vessels to hold hot soothing beverages, vases for live or dried arrangements, beautiful bowls for condiments or snacks, all practical, yet refreshingly original will breathe fresh air into anyone's home. Deliciously designed dishes, platters and trays will tell your guests how welcome they are in your home or how much you think of those you give them to. Earthy decorative images on ornaments, candle holders or home 14

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adornments will be arranged in visually balanced and aesthetically appealing settings to inspire and warm the soul. Each artist expresses his or her own unique style and personality in creating these clay images that speak to the heart and come from their souls through their own hands. Each piece is lovingly created in painstaking stages from fresh clay, either hand built or wheel thrown, trimmed, carved, embellished, bisque fired, glazed, etched and high-fired to become a welcome addition to anyone's collection and all vessels, plates and bowls are food/oven/dishwasher safe. Many people come back year after year to add to their collection of their favorite artists and spread the word to friends and family, so much that the annual sale is, for many, an event not to be missed. Highlights of the annual sale include the very colorful Mexico inspired, hand-painted creations of Judy Duboff, some of which she hand carves in a technique known as graffito; the wonderfully appealing advanced design and glazing techniques of Mickey Haglund; the unmistakably mystical feminine facial images of Heidi Bilezikian that speak soulfully of the bonding and circular connection of the female spirit. Emma Gonzalez-Laders offers a variety December 2011

of earthy platters and table settings for sushi as well as cleverly designed ornaments, vases and vessels. Diane Arcieri creates a soft visual texture with her sculptures of clay and jewelry. JoAnn Quattrone, a holistic healthcare practitioner, offers her own healing balms and ointments in vessels she has created from clay along with her enchanting clay leaves and floral trays. Melissa Peterson offers many exquisitely textured pieces from berry bowls to butter keepers using many interesting glaze techniques that she has creatively experimented with for unique effects. Bonnie Golddmacher creates individual pieces from silver, KC Marcin specializes in animal sculpture. Bob Breuer sculpts human heads and figures. Vicki Botta's love of trees indigenous to

our area and the peaceful images of delicate branches reaching for the sunlight are handpainted in forest green on natural speckled stoneware bowls, mugs and pitchers and have been described as visually soothing. Other artists participating are Susanna Hatenboer (jewelry, pendants and tiles), Carol McKay (leaves), Lynne Ratti and Christine Jacobsen. For a very personal shopping experience and an opportunity to purchase a very intimately, artfully hand created gift that is sure to communicate that it was thoughtfully purchased especially with your special person in mind, come early. Quantities are limited and you won't want to miss getting that one special gift that stands out from the rest. The Meet the Artist Reception is December 2 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm and the sale continues on December 3 from 10:00am to 4:00pm, with a snow date of December 4, 10:00am-4:00pm. Amity Arts Pottery Workshop is a wonderful place for both children and adults to learn to work together with clay and discover artistic talent within, located at 480 Rt. 17A in Florida. For information about the sale, workshops or classes, call 845-651-1170.

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Brittany Fizette, Minisink Valley HS student, and art teacher Ward Lamb

In recognition of December 10 as Human Rights Day, the Orange County Human Rights Commission is hosting a “Celebration of Human Rights” art exhibit displaying the work of high school juniors and seniors: An Artist’s Response to Human Rights, in collaboration with the Orange County Arts Council and SUNY Orange. Middletown calendar Art Exhibit “An Artist’s Response to Human Rights” Art works by Orange County HS students SUNYO Orange Hall Gallery Dec 9-18 Reception Dec 10, 5pm-7pm

Eleventh and twelfth grade students from Orange County high schools submitted art depicting the 30 Articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The goal of the art exhibit, which is being co-chaired by Human Rights Commissioners Kathleen Francese and Fred Cook, is to raise awareness among high school students of the importance of human rights. “The Universal Declaration of Human Rights” is focused on promoting human dignity, non-discrimination, equality, and fairness and applying those values to everyone, everywhere,” said Commissioner Francese. “We encourage teachers to use the art exhibit as an opportunity to share and explore these values with students and express them in their own way.” Commissioner Cook also commented, “many great artists, have been champions of human rights and expressed their commitment to this important issue through their creativity.” The artwork is on display in Orange Hall Gallery, Middletown campus, and Kaplan Hall, Newburgh campus from December 9 thru 18. Two receptions will be held: in Newburgh on December 9, and in Middletown, December 10, both from 5:00pm-7:00pm. For more information call 845-615-3680.

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Holiday “Reflections of the Past” will adorn stately Morrison Hall this December as the Middletown Garden Lovers will once again showcase their award-winning holiday decorations for SUNY Orange’s 17th annual Holiday Open House, slated for the weekends of December 10-11 and 17-18. Visitors to Morrison Hall those four days will be able to view the mansion’s five first-floor rooms awash in holiday splendor courtesy of the Garden Lovers. Morrison Hall will be open from 1:00pm to 500pm each day. Admission is free. Volunteers will be posted in each room to assist in any way they can for this self-guided tour. The SUNY Orange Madrigal Singers will perform songs of the season in the mansion’s Music Room at 3:00pm on Saturday, December 10, while the Chamber Ensemble will perform in the Music Room at 1:00pm, Sunday, December 11. Santa is expected to make an appearance on Sunday, December 18. The Garden Lovers’ 2009 theme of “Victorian Visions” earned the club a first place citation in the National Historic Preservation Holiday Decorations Award program presented by the National Garden Clubs. Donations will be accepted for the Peter

The SUNY Orange Madrigal Singers-pictured are: Colleen Gramm, Ashley Heilweil, Melissa Nicknam, Mary Streten, Alexandra Peccolo, Kenny Johnson, Amanda Hilyard, Kim Hoeffner, Jourdan Taylor, Christa Damaris, Mike Green, Alexa Clark, John Stanley Mythen, Elora Eigenlaub, Kevin Randolph, Jodie Bird Schoelkopf, Sara Hulse, and Bob Brokaw. Tim Getz is at the piano.

Alberghini Inspirational Scholarship. Alberghini, a long-time SUNY Orange employee and advocate for Orange County residents through education, civic work and mental health programs, originated the Holiday Open House as a way for the local community to enjoy Morrison Hall. The Holiday Open House is jointly sponsored by the College, the SUNY Orange Foundation and the Garden Lovers. For more information call 845-341-4787.

Cinema “It’s A Wonderful Life” Paramount Theatre, Dec 9, 7:30pm

Museum Exhibit “The Next Stop Is: Railroads & Train Stations of Orange County Throughout the Years” art, photography, artifacts, maps, educational panels, etc. Orange Hall Gallery thru Dec 1

Music SUNY Orange Symphonic Band Paramount Theatre, Dec 10, 8pm SUNY Orange Chamber Ensemble Morrison Mansion, Dec 11, 1pm SUNY Orange Choir & Madrigal Singers Orange Hall, Dec 11, 3pm

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Music - blues / country/ folk / pop / rock sponsored by Steve’s Music Center, Rock Hill NCR NVM PV UUC

= Noble Coffee Roasters, Campbell Hall 845-294-8090 = Neversink Valley Area Museum, Cuddebackville = Palaia Vineyards, Highland Mills = Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 9 Vance Lane, Rock Tavern

Shai Maestro Trio jazz, Israeli, rock, Latin, classical ....The Falcon, Marlboro, Dec 1, 7pm Talking Machine ............................................................The Wherehouse, Newburgh, Dec 1 Erol Ogut ....................................................................................PV Dec 2, 3:30pm-6:30pm Jim Campilongo guitar, Alana Amran vocal, blues, country, jazz, rock, pop...................... The Falcon, Marlboro, Dec 2, 7pm Drew Kelly ........................................................................Dancing Cat Saloon, Bethel, Dec 2 No Soap Radio classic rock ..................................................................PV Dec 3, 7pm-10pm MiZ ......................................................................Catskill Distilling Company, Bethel, Dec 3 Vito Petroccitto guitar & parody ..........................The Falcon, Marlboro, Dec 4, 10am-2pm Bobby Messano & Steve Geller ..................................................PV Dec 4, 2:30pm-5:30pm Bob Messano guitar - blues ............................Greenwood Lake Library, Dec 8, 7pm, FREE Dharma Jazz, Lewis Porter & David Rothenberg..........The Falcon, Marlboro, Dec 8, 7pm Paul Davis keyboard ......................................................................PV Dec 9, 3:30pm-6:30pm Jum Weider’s PRoJECT PERCoLAToR, Jason Crosby ....Falcon, Marlboro, Dec 9, 7pm Cory Branan & Dave Hause ............................Railroad Playhouse, Newburgh, Dec 9, 8pm Groovy Tuesday ..................................................................................PV Dec 10, 7pm-10pm New Kings ......................................................................Dancing Cat Saloon, Bethel, Dec 10 Patrick Fitzsimmons ........................................Catskill Distilling Company, Bethel, Dec 10 Professor Louie & The Crowmatix, Jeremy Baum Trio....Falcon, Marlboro, Dec 10, 7pm The Young Lions with Neil Alexander & Paul Roach ..The Wherehouse, Newburgh, Dec 10 Rob Schiff Beatles,Dead,Dylan, acoustic rock) ................................Dec 11, 2:30pm-5:30pm Rethink Pink ....................................................................The Falcon, Marlboro, Dec 11, 7pm Mr. Rusty jazz, funk ......................................................The Falcon, Marlboro, Dec 15, 7pm Jack Higgins ............................................................................................PV 3:30pm-5:30pm Problems-Christmas Show ..........................................The Wherehouse, Newburgh, Dec 16 5 year anniversary party w/ Al Westphal, Rob Schiff, Bruce Perone & Evan Teatum ...... PV Dec 17, 7pm-10pm Andrea Wittgens & Brian Sizensky ..............................Dancing Cat Saloon, Bethel, Dec 17 Chris O’Leary Band blues ............................................The Falcon, Marlboro, Dec 22, 7pm Bill Perry Birthday Tribute ........................................The Wherehouse, Newburgh, Dec 23 Homegrown String Band “American Family” ....Greenwood Lake Library, Dec 29, 7pm FREE Alexis P. Suter Band roots, blues, soul .................................. The Falcon, Marlboro, Dec 31 Dan Brother Band ........................................................The Wherehouse, Newburgh, Dec 31 Erol Ogut classic acoustic rock....................................................PV Dec 18, 2:30pm-5:30pm Rob Schiff ............................................................................................PV Dec. 23, 7pm-10pm Jan & Michelle odd rock & folk ................................................PV Dec. 30, 3:30pm-6:30 pm

Open Mic & Coffee House/cabaret Open Mic w/ Eric Callari ......................................Logan’s Well, Florida, Wednesdays, 9pm Open Mic ......................................................................Mountaindale Inn, Wednesdays, 8pm Stacy & Friends Musicians Gathering ....The Dancing Cat, Bethel, Thursdays, from 7:30pm Open Mic Brunch to Lunch Jazz ..................The Dancing Cat, Bethel, Sundays, from 11am Keith Jordan Hudson Valley Folk Guild Coffeehouse ........................UUC Dec 10, 7:30pm Open Mic w/Jack Higgins of Mudbelly ......................................................PV Dec 1, 7pm-11pm Cabaret “A Winter Wonderland” ................................New Rose Theatre, Walden, Dec 22, 7pm Open Mic The Den Series ..........................................NY School of Music, Walden, Dec 30, 7pm

Dancing Cat’s Singer Songwriters Originally from smalltown Antigonish (pronounced anna-ga'nish), Nova Scotia, Andrea Wittgens' earliest stage experiences were tap dancing as a precocious four year old, then twirling in pink tutus at the local Andrea Wittgen ballet school, as well as atop (several) telephone books at piano recitals. Eventually outgrowing the telephone books (and hanging up her size 2 taps), she continued with both classical piano lessons and dance classes, which combined to form a deep physical connection to music which carries forth through today. Continuing with piano through high school, Andrea eventually spent several years teaching music, dance and movement, while refining her chops playing keys and singing in the high school jazz band. She continued with advanced classical music studies, graduating as a dual major (French and Music) at Queen's University, Ontario. Moving to Seattle, WA in the mid-90's, Andrea began her pop writing career in earnest, playing late nights at raucous beer and joints bars in Pioneer Square, Seattle (with what were to be future members of Sugartown), while next morning slogging in bleary-eyed to her day

gig programming interactive music at Microsoft. By 1999, Sugartown was more than an idea, and in 2000, they released Blue Eyed Fool. The EP stirred up a wave of notice in Seattle, despite Brian Sizensky being an earnest fun-pop outfit pushing against the considerable tide of flannel-shirted insouciance. Brian Sizensky’s impressive repertoire of original music ranges from pop/rock to smooth groove with shades of country and folk. His dynamic finger-style guitar playing won him a role as the featured guitarist in the OffBroadway run of Fugitive Songs. Brian was also chosen as a featured songwriter by NetStudio.TV, a collaborative industry website that brings together writers for film, video, and television. Examples of Brian’s work have been featured in the SkyTown Entertainment short films, Opposites Attract” and Finding A Match. Brian is quickly gathering a New York following. His debut album First Avenue, was released in the fall of 2010. Both artists will appear at the Dancing Cat Saloon, 2037 Route 17B in Bethel on December 17. For more information: 845-583-3141.

Live at the Falcon Roach & Alexander Nat Russell (aka Rusty Martini) is a Copenhagenborn guitarist and composer with considerable fretboard skills. This is what Return to Forever (Chick Corea's famed fusion band of the 70s) might Nat Russell sound like if it was led by Paul Roach and Neil Alexander (photos guitar instead of keyboard. Russell’s band, Mr. above) will perform with The Young Lions Rusty, will appear at The Falcon, 1348 Route on December 10 at The Wherehouse, 119 9W in Marlboro on December 15 at 7:00pm. Liberty Street, Newburgh. Optional dinner begins at 5:30pm. For information: 845-561-7240. For more information call 845-236-7970.

Just Off Broadway Ends Season

The grand finale to Just Off Broadway’s 2011 Mini Season is a concert with inspirational songs for the holidays featuring the theme “Believe”. Hosted by Broadway’s Ed Romanoff (Hairspray, The Most Happy Fella), scheduled to appear is Broadway performer Michelle Bruckner (Chicago), local favorites Nick Butler, Hannah Blair Butler, Allison Hightower, A. J. Hankins, Nick Karnavezos, James Kostenblatt, Matt Meinsen, Rebecca Ralph-Farella, Christine Garfinkel, John Grzibowski, Joni Falvey, Andrew Matthews, Amanda Bart, Kathy Wurster, and many talented local high school students. 16

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The show is directed and choreographed by Joyce A. Presutti, assisted by Jim Pillmeier, with Paul O. Davis conducting the Just Off Broadway Band. The Production Stage Manager is Heidi Haskell. You get Holiday tunes, a good, oldfashioned sing-a-long, a few surprises, and a free reception. There will also be a Raffle table for some great prizes just in time for your Holiday shopping! December 3 at 7:30pm and, December 4 at 2:00pm at Saint Joseph School Auditorium, 148 Windsor Highway (Route 32 and Union Avenue), New Windsor. Phone: 212-942-2806.

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Second Saturday in Beacon Beacon Galleries ....Downtown Beacon, Dec 10, all day to 9pm Art After Dark Milford Galleries ................................Downtown Milford, Dec 10, 6pm-9pm

cinema Reel Eclectic Film Series ........................................Thrall Library, Middletown, Dec 1, 7pm FREE “Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey” ........................Downing Film Center, Newburgh, Dec 2-7 “More to Live For” Q&A w/dir. Noah Hutton Downing Film Center, Newburgh, Dec 10, 8:15pm Monday Night at the Movies “Super 8”................Newburgh Free Library, Dec 12, 6:30pm FREE “Elf” ................................................................................................Cornwall Library, Dec 14, Noon “The Story of the Weeping Camel” ................................................Cornwall Library, Dec 15, 6pm “Babes in Toyland” Laurel & Hardy ........................Shadowland Theatre, Ellenville, Dec 17, 4pm “Joyeux Noel” ..................................................Downing Film Center, Newburgh, Dec 18-20 FREE

comedy Vic Henley & Kenny Zimlinghaus......................Railroad Playhouse, Newburgh, Dec 3, 8pm Neil Thornton, Vince Dantona & George ..........Jester’s Comedy Club, Chester, Dec 3, 9pm Bill Evans, Joey Vega ..........................................Jester’s Comedy Club, Chester, Dec 10, 9pm

dance “A Cracked-Up Nutcracker” Dee Wright, choreog. ..New Rose Theatre, Walden, Dec 15-18

Holiday Recreation “Earthy Annual Holiday Open House” ..........................................Amity Arts, Florida, Dec 2 & 3 “Christmas in the Village” ..................................Museum Village, Monroe, Dec 3 & 4, 11am-5pm “Christmas on Main Street” ................................................Main Street, Walden, Dec 3, 4pm-8pm “Crawford Country Christmas” ............................Downtown Pine Bush, Dec 3, 4:30pm-6:30pm 16th Annual Holiday Party ........................................Liberty Museum & Arts Center, Dec 3, 6pm SUNY Orange Holiday Open House ................................................................................................ Morrison Mansion, OCCC, Middletown, Dec 10, 11, 17, 18, 1pm-5pm Historic Montgomery Tour 2011 ......................Montgomery Village Museum, Dec 11, Noon-4pm “Warm Up at the Washington’s” Open House ................................................................................ Washington’s Headquarters, Newburgh, Dec 11, Noon-4pm Candlelight Tour of Homes ................................Newburgh Historical Society, Dec 11, Noon-5pm Holiday Music & Stories for Families w/Alice Nielsen-Shane ........................................................ Josephine-Louise Library, Walden, Dec 13, 4:30pm FREE ”Celebrate Christmas” ......................................Knox’s Headquarters, New Windsor, Dec 16 & 17

Warwick Valley Chorale Holiday Concert,........Warwick Reformed Church, Dec 2, 9, 11, 7:30pm West Point Concert Band “Hudson Valley Holiday”........................................................................ Eisenhower Hall Theatre, West Point, Dec 2, 7:30pm, & Dec 3, 2pm FREE Pike County Choral Society ......................Church of the Good Shepherd, Milford, Dec 3, 7:30pm Margie & Dave in Concert for the Holidays ..............Newburgh Free Library, Dec 4, 3pm FREE “Messiah” Handel - Delaware Valley Choral Society ..............Milford Bible Church, Dec 4, 4pm The Fab Four of Early Music classical ............................................Milford Theatre, Dec 10, 7pm Salmagundi Consort............................Washington’s Headquarters, Newburgh, Dec 11, Noon-4pm Middletown Concert Chorale ..............Holy Name of Jesus Christ Church, Otisville, Dec 11, 3pm and - St. John’s Lutheran Church, Middletown, Dec 17, 7:30pm John Tesh: Big Band Christmas....................................Eisenhower Hall, West Point, Dec 11, 3pm Classic Choral Society classical ..............United Church of Christ, Blooming Grove, Dec 11, 4pm and - First Presbyterian Church, Goshen, Dec 17, 7pm “A Margie & Dave Christmas”................................Greenwood Lake Library, Dec 15, 7pm FREE ”Leslie Garrett Live at Christmas” video - classical....................Cornwall Library, Dec 18, 1pm Matt Wilson’s Christmas Tree-O jazz ....................................The Falcon, Marlboro, Dec 23, 7pm

music - jazz Jazz Trio ..................................................Aroma Thyme Bistro, Ellenville, Thursdays, 8pm-11pm Gabriele Tranchina Band ........................................Greenwood Lake Library, Dec 1, 7pm FREE Amina Figarove Sextet ..............................................................................The Falcon, Dec 3, 7pm Vito Petroccito guitar & parody ......................................................The Falcon, Dec 4, 10am-2pm Frank Vignola’s Hot Club Gypsy Jazz ..................................Ritz Lobby, Newburgh, Dec 10, 8pm Akie Bermiss ..................................................................The Falcon, Marlboro, Dec 11, 10am-2pm Fernando Otero jazz, classical, Argentine................................The Falcon, Marlboro, Dec 17, 7pm Robert Kopec Trio ..........................................................The Falcon, Marlboro, Dec 18, 10am-2pm Artsongjazz Band ................................................................Museum Village, Monroe, Dec 18, 7pm

Opera - Concert “A Hudson Valley Holiday” Met Stars Gala Benefit Concert ........................................................ Opera Company of the Highlands Union Presbyterian Church, Balmville, Dec 3, 7pm

opera - “livecast” “Rodelinda” Handel ..................................Sullivan County Community College, Dec 3, 12:30pm “Faust” Gounod ..............................................Sullivan County Community College, Dec 10, 1pm

opera - Theatre lectureS / DEmos / SymposiumS / Forums /Master Classes “Playing It Safe” Denyse Variano ....................................Greenwood Lake Library, Dec 2, 9:30am FOSSIL FUEL - Looking deeply at Who we are and What We are Doing Michael R. Edelstein, William Makofske, Dan Miner Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Rock Tavern, Dec 2, 7pm “Creativity & Authenticity: The Quest for a Singular Vision” Joe Paquet .................................. Lattimore Atelier, Cornwall, Dec 3, 10am-1pm “Delectable Desserts” Home Chef Carolyn Keller ............Greenwood Lake Library, Dec 10, 2pm

museums HHNM ........................................Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, Outdoor Discovery Center, Cornwall HHNM-CoH..............................Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, Education Center, Cornwall-on-Hudson

Meet the Animals .. ................................................................HHNM Saturdays & Sundays 2:30pm Brook Trout Exhibit..........................................................HHNM-CoH, Fri, Sat & Sun, Noon-4pm Sculpture Exhibits Imi Knoebel, Walter De Maria ........................................Dia:Beacon, ongoing Sullivan County Museum Historical Museum & Archives ............................Hurleyville. ongoing Civil War Artifacts......................................................................Museum Village, Monroe, ongoing “Theme Tree”..........................................Sullivan County Museum, Hurleyville, Dec 4, 10am-4pm “Detectives” ......................................Karpeles Manuscript Museum, Newburgh, thru Dec 18 FREE The Pig Light Show featuring the work of Marc Rubenstein....Bethel Woods Museum, thru Dec 31 Open House house tours ......................................Knox’s Headquarters, New Windsor, Dec 26-28.

Music - Broadway - Film - Tin pan alley - Opera - Operetta “Sue & Edd’s Fabulous Christmas” Broadway Concerts Direct .................................................... Wurtsboro Community Church, Dec 17, 8pm

music - classical See also Music-Holiday Eric Roth lute ..........................................................Cornwall Public Library, Dec 2, 7:30pm FREE Leilah Dione Ezra soprano......................................Montgomery Senior Center, Dec 4, 3pm FREE Potluck Concerts Holiday Treats ............................Cornwall Presbyterian Church, Dec 9, 7:30pm Newburgh Symphonic Chorale ..............St. George’s Episcopal Church, Newburgh, Dec 11, 3pm

“Hansel & Gretel” Humperdinck, Delaware Valley Opera ................Bethel Woods, Dec 10, 2pm Delaware Youth Center, Callicoon, Dec 11, 2pm

poetry & Prose readings Oliver Grech......................................................Noble Coffee Roasters, Campbell Hall, Dec 1, 7pm Hudson River Poets ......................................................Newburgh Free Library, Dec 1, 7pm FREE First Friday Contemporary Writers prose ................Narrowsburg Library, Dec 2, 7:30pm FREE Will Nixon & Eddie Bell “Calling All Poets” ........Howland Cultural Center, Beacon, Dec 2, 8pm James Cotter Poetry on the Loose ................................7 West Street, Warwick, Dec 3, 4pm FREE “A Child’s Christmas in Wales”by Dylan Thomas w/Kevin McFadden ........................................ Josephine-Louise Library, Walden, Dec 7, 7pm FREE “Shorts & Sweets for the Holiday” Big Sky Productions ................................................................ Sullivan County Museum, Hurleyville, Dec 10, 7:30pm Adrianna Delgado host ..............................Bank Square Coffeehouse, Beacon, Dec 15, 7pm FREE Adrianna Delgado “Poetry at the Church”............Goshen Methodist Church, Dec 26, 7pm FREE Jim Eve & Oliver Grech Poetry Night ....................................Tuscan Cafe, Warwick, Dec 27, 7pm

Recreation (adults, Teens & Children - see also kid’s recreation page 20) Community Sing, Potluck Dinner, Crafts Fair .............................................................................. Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Rock Tavern, Nov 19, 5pm Toys for Tots Skate Party ................................The Castle Fun Center, Chester, Nov 25, 1pm-7pm

storytelling Black Dirt Storytelling Guild “Last Chance” ......................Florida Library, Dec 8, 7:30pm FREE

theatre - Musical “Babes in Toyland” ........................................................Lycian Centre, Sugar Loaf, Dec 17, 11am

theatre - Play “This is Not a Project” reading, dir./Seth Soloway ..Railroad Playhouse, Newburgh, Dec 4, 7pm ”The Santaland Diaries” play, dir./Joe Mantell o ......Railroad Playhouse, Newburgh, Dec 15-17 December 2011

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Decemb BW CTMW DAC EHT FAL GLL

= Bethel Woods Center for the Arts = Creative Theatre Muddy Water Players, Playhouse at Museum Village, Monroe = Delaware Arts Center, Narrowsburg = Eisenhower Hall Theatre, West Point = The Falcon, Marlboro = Greenwood Lake Public Library

MONDAY

Poetry Reading Poetry at the Church Goshen Methodist Church, 7pm Music Pine Bush Community Band Montgomery Senior Center, 8pm

TUESDAY

Poetry Readings: Mary Makofske Morrison Hall Mansion, SUNYO 7pm

WEDNESDAY

Please check the schedule for Gallery Art and Photography Opening Receptions

Music - Jazz ................Gabriele Tranchino Band ..............GLL 7pm Poetry Reading ................Hudson River Poets ..................NFL 7pm Cinema...Reel Eclectic Film Series ..Thrall Library, Middletown, 7pm Music ......................Jim Campilongo, Alana Amram ..........FAL 7pm Poetry Reading ......................Oliver Grech ........................NCR 7pm Open Mic....................w/Jack Higgins of Mudbelly ....PV 7pm-10pm Open Mic...Musicians Gathering ..Dancing Cat Saloon, Bethel, 8pm Music - Jazz.....Jazz Trio ..Aroma Thyme Bistro, Ellenville, 8pm-11pm Music ..................................Talking Machine ..............................WH

Cinema Cinema ”Being Elmo: A ”Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey” Puppeteer’s Journey” Downing Film Center, Downing Film Center, Newburgh, 2pm Newburgh, 5:30pm

Cinema ”Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey” Downing Film Center, Newburgh, 5:30pm

Prose Reading “A Child’s Christmas in Wales” Josephine-Louise Library, Walden, Dec 7, 7pm

14 Cinema “Elf” Cornwall Library, Noon

Cinema..”Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey

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Music - Holiday..Warwick Valley Chorale ..W

Music - Classical....West Point Concert Band “Hu

Music-Prose-Poetry, etc...“Surreal Cabaret”........S

Music - Classical............Eric Roth lute..........

Music.........................Drew Kelly ............D Poetry Reading ..............Will Nixon & Edd

Music - Blues....................Bob Messano Guitar ..................GLL 7pm Art Walk........................Art After Dark ......

Music.....Dharma Jazz, Lewis Porter & David Rothenberg....FAL 7pm Music...Jim Weider’s PRoJECT PERCoLA

Storytelling......Black Dirt Storytelling Guild ..Florida Library 7:30pm Music - Holiday..Potluck Concerts..Cornw

Open Mic...Musicians Gathering ..Dancing Cat Saloon, Bethel, 8pm Music - Holiday..Warwick Valley Chorale ..W

Music - Jazz.....Jazz Trio ..Aroma Thyme Bistro, Ellenville, 8pm-11pm Music ............................Cory Branan & Dave

Dance ........................“A Cracked-Up Nutcracker” ............NRT 7pm Music - Jazz ..............................Mr. Rusty ............................FAL 7pm Poetry Reading ............Bank Street Coffeehouse ........Beacon 7pm Theatre - Play ................The Santaland Diaries ................RRP 7pm

Music ................................Chris O’Leary Band ....................FAL 7pm Cabaret..........................“A Winter Wonderland”................NRT 7pm

Cinema “Joyeux Noel” Downing Film Center, Newburgh, 2pm

Poetry Reading Jim Eve & Oliver Grech Tuscan Cafe, Warwick, 7pm

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Open Mic...Musicians Gathering ..Dancing Cat Saloon, Bethel, 8pm Music - Jazz.....Jazz Trio ..Aroma Thyme Bistro, Ellenville, 8pm-11pm

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Music - Jazz.....Jazz Trio ..Aroma Thyme Bistro, Ellenville, 8pm-11pm

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Cinema “Joyeux Noel” Downing Film Center, Newburgh, 7:30pm

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Open Mic...Musicians Gathering ..Dancing Cat Saloon, Bethel, 8pm

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Poetry Reading Adrianna Delgado Goshen Methodist Church, 7pm

Music - Holiday ........Marge DeRosso & Dave Lang ..........GLL 7pm

Please check the schedule for Gallery Art and Photography Opening Receptions

THURSDAY

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NFL NRT PEEC PV RRP SCCC

= Grand Montgomery Chamber Music Series, Senior Center, Montgomery = Howland Cultural Center, Beacon = Lycian Centre for the Performing Arts, Sugar Loaf 845-469-2287 = Mount St. Mary College, Aquinas Hall 845-913-7157 = North American Culture Lab, Highland Lake = Noble Coffee Roasters, Campbell Hall, 845-294-1056

Poetry Night Tuscan Cafe, Warwick, 7pm

GMCM HCC LC MSM NACL NCR

Cinema “Elf” Cornwall Library, 6pm

December 2011

Music - Roots................Homegrown String Band ..............GLL 7pm Open Mic...Musicians Gathering ..Dancing Cat Saloon, Bethel, 8pm Music - Jazz.....Jazz Trio ..Aroma Thyme Bistro, Ellenville, 8pm-11pm

Overtracked NY School of Music, Walden, 8pm

ber 2011 ST SUNYO-KH SUNYO SUNYO-HH SUNYO-MM

Main Street, Route 52, Walden 845-778-2478 ation Center, Dingmans Ferry yards Outdoor Tent, Highland Mills gh College, Seelig Theater

= Shadowland Theatre, Ellenville = Kaplan Hall, SUNYO Orange, Newburgh = Orange Hall, OCCC, Middletown 845-341-4891 = Harriman Hall 111 Film Theatre, OCCC, Middletown 845-341-4891 = Morrison Mansion, OCCC Middletown

y” ......Downing Film Ctr, Newburgh, 5pm

Writers ..Narrowsburg Lib. 7:30pm

Warwick Reformed Church, 7:30pm

udson Valley Holiday” ....EHT 7:30pm

Seligmann Gallery, Sugar Loaf, 7:30pm

.....Corrwall Public Library, 7:30pm

Dancing Cat Saloon, Bethel, 8pm

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........Milford Galleries, 6pm-9pm

AToR, Jason Crosby ..FAL 7pm

wall Presbyterian Church, 7:30pm

Warwick Reformed Church, 7:30pm

e Hause ..........................RR 8pm

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= Tusten Theater, Narrowsburg = Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Rock Tavern = Wurtsboro Art Alliance,, 73 Sullivan Street = Wherehouse, Newburgh

SATURDAY

Holiday ..........................”Bells on Broadway” ..............Ritz Lobby, Newburgh, 10am-4pm Cinema.......”Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey” ....Downing Film Center, Newburgh, Noon Opera - Livecast ............“Rodelinda” Handel ............................................SCCC 12:30pm Music - Classical......West Point Concert Band “Hudson Valley Holiday” ..........................EHT 2pm Poetry Reading ................................James Cotter ..................................7 West Street, Warwick, 4pm Holiday ................................“Christmas in the Village” ......................Museum Village, 4pm-8pm Holiday ..............................“Christmas on Main Street” ..............Main Street, Walden, 4pm-8pm Holiday ................................Crawford Country Christmas ......Downtown Pine Bush, 4:30pm-6:30pm Holiday. ..................................16th Annual Holiday Party ............Liberty Museum & Arts Center, 6pm Opera - Concert.........Met Stars Gala Benefit Concert ......Union Presbyterian Church, Balmville, 7pm Music - Jazz ..........................Amina Figarove Sextet......................................................FAL 7pm Music - Classical........Pike County Choral Society ....Church of the Good Shepherd, Milford, 7:30pm Comedy..............................Vic Henley, Kenny Zimlinghaus ....................................................RR 8pm Music ........................................................MiZ....................................Dancing Cat Saloon, Bethel, 8pm

Art Walk ......................Second Saturday ..............Downtown Beacon, All Day thru 9pm Holiday ......SUNYO Orange Annual Open House ....................SUNYO-MM 1pm-5pm Opera - Livecast ........................“Faust” Gounod ......................................................SCCC 1pm Puppetry ..................................“A Christmas Carol” ............Montgomery Senior Center, 3:30pm Music - Classical-Holiday............The Fab Four of Early Music ....................Milford Theatre, 7pm Music ...................Professor Louie & The Crowmatix, Jeremy Baum Trio ..................FAL 7pm Coffeehouse ..................................Keith Jordan........................................................UUC 7:30pm Prose Reading..“Shorts & Sweets for the Holidays” ....Sullivan County Museum, Hurleyville, 7:30pm Music - Gypsy Jazz..............Frank Vignola’s Hot Club ......................Ritz Lobby, Newburgh, 8pm Cinema......................................“More To Live For” ....Downing Film Center, Newburgh, 8:15pm COmedy ................................Bill Evans, Joey Vega ..........Jester’s Comedy Club, Chester, 9pm Music ........................The Young Lions with Neil Alexander & Paul Roach..........................WH

Theatre - Musical....................Babes in Toyland” ............................LC 11am

SUNDAY

Music & Comedy ........Vito Petroccitto......................FAL 10am-2pm

Music..The Piano Man Gary Mazz Dancing Cat Saloon, Bethel, 1pm-4pm Cinema..”Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey”..Downing Film Ctr, Newburgh, 1:30pm

Holiday.............”Christmas in the Village” ......Museum Village, 2pm-6pm Music - Classical ...................Leilah Dione Ezra ....................GMCM 3pm Music - Holiday ......Margie & Dave Holiday Concert ..................NFL 3pm Theatre - Reading ..........”This is Not a Project” ........................RRP 7pm

.. Music - Jazz ....................Akie Bermiss ..............................FAL 10am-2pm .. Holiday..Historic Montgomery Tour ................Village Museum, Noon-4pm Holiday....Open House & Salmagundi Consort....Washington’s Hdqrtrs, Noon-4pm Holiday........Candlelight Tour of Homes ....Newburgh Historical Society, Noon-5pm Music..The Piano Man Gary Mazz ................Dancing Cat Saloon, Bethel, 1pm-4pm Holiday........SUNYO Orange Annual Open House................SUNYO-MM 1pm-5pm Music - Holiday ..............John Tesh: Big Band Christmas ........................EHT 3pm Music - Classical.Newburgh Symphonic Chorale..........St. George’s Epis. Ch. 3pm Music - Holiday .Middletown Concert Chorale ....Holy Name of Jesus Christ Ch., Otisville, 3pm

Music - Holiday.Classic Choral Society ..United Ch.of Christ, Blooming Grove, 4pm Music..............................................Rethink Pink..........................................FAL 7pm Music - Holiday..............Warwick Valley Chorale ....Warwick Reformed Church, 7:30pm

Holiday ......................SUNYO Orange Annual Open House ....................SUNYO-MM 1pm-5pm Music - Jazz ......................Robert Kopec Trio ..................FAL 10am-2pm

cracker” ....................NRT 7pm iaries ..........................RRP 8pm

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Dance ........................“A Cracked-Up Nutcracker” ..........................NRT 2pm & 7pm Cinema............“Joyeux Noel” ........Downing Film Center, Newburgh, 1pm Music - B’way-Holiday..Sue & Edd’s Fabulous Christmas ..Wurtsboro Comm. Ch 8pm Opera - Video.....“Leslie Garret Live at Christmas” ....Cornwall Lib., 1pm Theatre - Play ................The Santaland Diaries ................................RRP 3pm & 7pm Music..The Piano Man Gary Mazz Dancing Cat Saloon, Bethel, 1pm-4pm Cinema ................“Babes in Toyland” Laurel & Hardy ..................................ST 4pm Holiday............SUNYO Orange Annual Open House............SUNYO-MM 1pm-5pm Music - Holiday.....Classic Choral Society ....First Presbyterian Church, Goshen 7pm Dance ........................“A Cracked-Up Nutcracker” ....................NRT 2pm Music - Jazz-Classical-Argentine..................Fernando Otero ........................FAL 7pm Opera - Theatre...........”Hansel & Gretel” ......Callicoon Youth Center, 2pm Music - Holiday....Middletown Concert Chorale ....St. John’s Lutheran Ch., Middletown, 7:30pm Music - Jazz-Blues....Artsongjazz Band ....Museum Village, Monroe, 7pm

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31 Music ................................Alexis P. Suter Band......................................................FAL Music ..................................Dan Brother Band ........................................................WH

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ART exhibits CAG ..................................................................................................................Catskill Artists Gallery, Liberty CAS......................................................................................................Catskill Art Society, Livingston Manor DAC ........................................................................................................Delaware Arts Center, Narrowsburg KMM..............................................................................................Karpeles Manuscript Museum, Newburgh NFL ................................................................................................................................Newburgh Free Library OSH..........................................................................................Old Stone House, Hasbrouck (Woodbourne) SUNYO ..........................................SUNY Orange Middletown, Orange Hall Gallery & Loft 845-341-4891 SUNYO-KH..........................................................................................SUNY Orange Newburgh, Kaplan Hall UUC ......................................Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Rock Tavern Gallery 917-613-3489 WAA ..............................................................................................................................Wurtsboro Art Alliance WRS ..................................................................................Wallkill River School, Montgomery 845-457-2787

Carolyn Duke pottery ..............................................Duke Pottery, Tennanah Lake, Roscoe, ongoing Mike Jarozsko luminist paintings ............................James Douglas Gallery, Montgomery, ongoing “The Next Stop Is: Railroads & Train Stations of Orange County Throughout the Years”art, photography, artifacts, maps, educational panels, etc. SUNYO thru Dec 1 The Autumn Show 7 crafters ..............................Brookhouse Gallery, Barryville, thru Dec 10 Bill Yost “Face to Face” ..............................................Kaplan Hall, OCCC, Newburgh, thru Dec 16 Annual Holiday Show art & photography................................Wurtsboro Art Alliance, thru Dec 18 Carol Ann Kronyak “My Art, My Venting”..........................................................KMM thru Dec 18 “Group Show” Exhibition ............................................Rolling River Cafe, Parksville, thru Dec 18 “Art in Sixes” media media small works ................................................................DAC thru Dec 21 Winter Members Show & Holiday Fair ................................................................CAS thru Dec 23 “ArtsWAVE In Residence” ........................................Ellenville Library, Gallery Link, thru Dec 28 “Buone Feste” Holiday Group Show ..........................................................................thru Dec 31 Holiday Craft Fair ..................................................................................................UUC thru Dec 31 Catskill Artists Gallery Holiday Show “Glitter and Glass” ................................CAG thru Dec 31 Holiday Show ........................................................................................The Forge, Milford, thru Jan Michael Baron metal, Phillippe Gabrielle paint, Bruce McCandless wood .................................... Flower Power Bakery, Livingston Manor, thru Jan 3 “Celebration of the Season” multiple artists & photographers ........................................................ Wolfgang Gallery, Montgomery, thru Jan 4 “Arts in Public Places” Port Jervis Arts Council, 25 artists ...................................................... The Lynx at River Bend Golf Club, Port Jervis, thru March

New art Exhibits “Handmade for the Holidays” Members Show & Starving Artist Sale....................WRS Dec 1-31 Handmade for the Holidays” 25 artisans ....................................Duke Pottery, Roscoe, Dec 3 & 4 Sandy Brandman mostly pastels ..................................Palaia Vineyards, Highland Mills, Dec 1-31 “Annual Earthy Holiday Pottery Exhibit”........................................................................................ Amity Arts, Florida, Dec 2, 7pm-9pm & Dec 3, 10am-4pm Hemlock Farms Artists Holiday Art Show ..........................Chant Realtors, Lords Valley, Dec 3-31 Holiday Artists Show ............................................UpFront Exhibition Space, Port Jervis, Dec 3-31 “An Artist’s Response to Human Rights”-Art works by Orange County HS students.................... SUNYO and SUNYO-KH Dec 9-18 Holiday Show multiple artists ..................................................Skoler Gallery, Ellenville, Dec 10-31 Members Holiday Show ............................................................The ARTery, Milford, Dec 10-Jan 4

photography exhibits FOV ........................................................................................................................Fovea Exhibitions, Beacon HPG....................................................................................................Highlands Photographic Guild, Milford

“Early to Rise: Working Farms in Orange County” ..........................................................ongoing Cornell Cooperative Extension, Middletown James Hiller ..............................................................James Douglas Gallery, Montgomery, ongoing Harry L. Goldman “Fotography Plus”..................................Andromeda Gallery, Florida, ongoing 10th Annual Catskills Preservation Photography Exhibit ................Liberty Museum, thru Dec 3 Alyson Doria “My First Fall” ..................................................................................HPG thru Dec 4 Karen Kruger ”Furs and Feathers” ..............................................The ARTery, Milford, thru Dec 4 “Beyond The Horizon” Hudson Highlands Photo Workshop..........................................................: Lycian Centre Gallery, Sugar Loaf, thru Jan 4 “Gays in the Military: How America Thanked Me” ............................................FOV thru Feb 11

All-Members Seasonal Show ................................................................................HPG Dec 10-Jan 8

Art & photography receptions “Annual Earthy Holiday Pottery Exhibit” ..........................Amity Arts, Florida, Dec 2, 7pm-9pm “Beyond The Horizon” Hudson Highlands Photo Workshop..........................................................: Lycian Centre Gallery, Sugar Loaf, Dec 3, 2pm-4pm “Handmade for the Holidays” Members Show & Starving Artist Sale........WRS Dec 3, 5pm-7pm

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books & clubs Audubon Society First Sunday Field Trip ..............................845-744-6047 Goshen, 8am or 9am Book Signing “Ting And I: A memoir of Love, Courage and Devotion” Douglas Winslow Cooper Josephine-Louise Library,m Walden, Dec 15, 7pm Walden Chess Club all ages, all levels..................Walden Library, Saturdays 10am, Mondays 6pm Friday Night Chess......................................................................Narrowsburg Library, Fridays 6pm Knit and Stitch ........................................................................Narrowsburg Library, Mondays, 6pm Knimble Knitters........................................................................Ellenville Library, Saturdays, 10am Laurel & Hardy Sons of the Desert Int’l Org. ....Last Sundays, Ellenville, ray@themtharhills.org The Music Lovers Guild..............................3rd Thurs, 7:30pm FREE, Montgomery 845-457-9867 Listen to recorded classical music, open informal discussion follows. Photography Club Hudson Highlands Photo Workshop ................................2nd Monday, 7:30pm St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Chester Science Cafe “Understanding the Underemployment Problem: Why Having a Job Isn't Enough”, Douglas C. Maynard Diana’s, New Windsor, Dec 21, 7pm Scrabble Players ............................................................................Walden Library, Thursdays, 6pm Scrabble Players............................................................................Ellenville Library, Tuesdays, 6pm Trivia Night ............................................................2 Alices, Cornwall-on-Hudson, Thursdays, 8pm

School and Conservatory SUNY Orange Symphonic Band Holiday Concert Paramount Theater, Middletown, Dec 10, 8pm SUNY Orange Chamber Ensemble Holiday Concert ...................................................................... OCCC Morrison Mansion, Middletown, Dec 11, 1pm SUNY Orange Choir & Madrigal Singers Holiday Concert............................................................ Orange Hall, Middletown, Dec 11, 3pm FREE

Children and teens calendar festivalS & recreation - adults & children, see page 13

book discussion Mother & Daughter Book Discussion “Saffy’s Angel” by Hilary McKay, grade 5 and up .... Newburgh Free Library, Dec 1, 7pm

cinema “Super 8” TEENS - PG-13 ....................................Newburgh Free Library, Dec 12, 6:30pm FREE “Babes in Toyland” Laurel & Hardy ........................Shadowland Theatre, Ellenville, Dec 17, 4pm “Joyeux Noel” TEENS - PG-13..........................................Downing Film Center, Dec 18-20 FREE

Music “Music with Melinda” 2-5 years..........................Josephine-Louise Library, Dec 8, 10:30am FREE

Opera - Theatre Hansel & Gretel” Humperdinck, Delaware Valley Opera ........Bethel Woods, Dec 10, 2pm FREE Delaware Youth Center, Callicoon, Dec 11, 2pm

Recreation

New Photography Exhibits

Hemlock Farms Artists Holiday Art Show ............Chant Realtors, Lords Valley, Dec 3, 5pm-7pm Holiday Artists Show ................................UpFront Exhibition Space, Port Jervis, Dec 3, 6pm-9pm “Theme Tree” ..........................................Sullivan County Museum, Hurleyville, Dec 4, 10am-4pm “An Artist’s Response to Human Rights”-Art works by Orange County HS students .................. SUNYO Kaplan Hall, Newburgh, Dec 9, 5pm-7pm SUNYO Orange Hall, Middletown, Dec 10, 5pm-7pm All-Members Seasonal Show..........................................................................HPG Dec 9, 6pm-9pm Members Holiday Show ......................................................The ARTery, Milford, Dec 9, 6pm-9pm Holiday Show multiple artists ....................................Skoler Gallery, Ellenville, Dec 10, from 6pm

December 2011

“Bells on Broadway” Arts & Crafts & Holiday Festival Ritz Lobby, Newburgh, Dec 3, 10am-4pm “Holiday Trains on Main Street” ................Catskill Arts Center, Livingston Manor, Dec 3, 10, 17 Ski with Santa ....................................................................Castle Fun Center, Chester, Dec 17, 6pm

Theatre PUPPETS “A Christmas Carol” 5 years and up ..Montgomery Senior Ctr, Dec 10, 3:30pm FREE “Babes in Toyland” American Family Theatre ..................................Lycian Centre, Dec 17, 11am

Two Glorias, One Old and One New

DVO’s Special Opera for Children by Barbara Adams

Antonio Vivaldi 1678-1741

Janiece Koehler

Janiece J. Kohler, Artistic Director of Classic Choral Society, has included two Glorias in the chorale’s 2011 Holiday Concert, in addition to works by Bach and British composer and choral conductor, Robert "Bob" Chilcott (b.1955). "Gloria in excelsis Deo" (Latin for "Glory to God in the highest") is the title and beginning of a hymn known also as the Greater Doxology. It is an example of the psalmi idiotici ("private psalms", i.e. compositions by individuals in imitation of the biblical Psalter) that were popular in the 2nd and 3rd centuries. The hymn begins with the words that the angels sang when the birth of Christ was announced to shepherds in Luke 2:14. The Latin translation is traditionally attributed to Saint Hilary of Poitiers (c. 300–368). Almost all polyphonic settings of the Mass include the Gloria. In addition, there are settings for the Gloria alone, the most popular ones composed by Vivaldi (he actually wrote two), Poulenc and, lately, Rutter. Handel wrote one for solo soprano and strings which was lost and then discovered in 2001. An accomplished composer, arranger, conductor and performer, Randol Alan Bass has achieved an impressive array of performances and commissions by prestigious orchestras and choruses throughout the U.S. and Europe. Born in Fort Worth in 1953, Bass grew up in Midland, Texas, studying piano, working

Randol Alan Bass

in community theater and singing with local choral ensembles. Bass, the performer, sings regularly with the Dallas Symphony Chorus. During the summer of 1997, he toured with that ensemble on their Israeli tour, performing Mahler’s Symphony #8 under the baton of Zubin Mehta. Most recently, he performed as solo pianist with the Coast Guard Academy Band in New London, CT in his own wind transcription of Ernst von Dohnanyi’s Variations on a Nursery Tune. His Gloria, a rhythmic yet lyrical setting of the Latin text, was written for the New York Pops Orchestra in 1990 and was premiered at Carnegie Hall in 1990 with conductor Skitch Henderson. This same composition has been recorded by the Boston Pops Orchestra with Keith Lockhart and can be heard on their Christmas CD, Holiday Pops. Soloists for the two performances are Jody Weatherstone, soprano; Kristine MacMillin, mezzo-soprano; Jeffrey Knight, bass-baritone; Vanessa Velez, mezzosoprano; and Carolyn Topliff, soprano The chorale’s two concerts are free and open to everyone, December 11 at 4:00pm at the United Church of Christ (2 Old Dominion Road, Blooming Grove), and December 17 at 7:00pm at First Presbyterian Church, 33 Park Place, Goshen. Donations requested. Phone 845-928-6462.

Carol Castel, the new Artistic Director of the 25-year old Delaware Valley Opera (DVO), is preparing a performance of Hansel and Gretel, composed by Engelbert Humperdinck and first performed at the Metropolitan Opera in 1910. It is a classic of opera repertory, and a popular musical for children and families, especially in the Christmas season: "It tells a story everyone Carol Castel knows, and includes witches, magic, and lots of candy," said Ms. Castel. And, of course, this fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm is full of great music, including the Children's Lullaby. This version of DVO's Hansel and Gretel is double cast and includes many singers who are local residents, and is especially geared to area Eileen Mackintosh children and families, with a children's chorus from Middletown, directed by Eileen Mackintosh. Hansel and Gretel's mother is played by Carol Diefenbach

from Beach Lake, PA, and the witch is played by Marka Knight from Mongaup Valley. The pianist is Jim Rensink from Monroe. Carol Castel strongly supports getting the community and the audience involved in performances. This traveling opera is fully staged with costumes and sets. DVO plans several performances of Hansel and Gretel in three locations: Grace Episcopal Church in Honesdale, PA on December 4; at Bethel Woods on December 10, and on December 11 at the Delaware Youth Center in Callicoon. All performances start at 2:00pm. This special children's version lasts a little over one hour. The tickets for the Bethel performance are free, but must be ordered in advance. Tickets should be ordered by calling 845-252-3136, or check the website www.delawarevalleyopera.org.

In 1782, the Washingtons spent the last winter of the Revolutionary War renting Mrs. Hasbrouck’s Newburgh farmhouse. While here, the Virginia couple acknowledged the yuletide in a far less extravagant, yet equally warm and inviting way, than back home in the South. As you stroll through the rooms of Headquarters Newburgh, the simplicity of decorations - a sprig of holly on a mantle, a scattering of berries on a serving table - all

add to the feeling of hospitality the Washingtons’ extended to those who crossed their threshold. Historic interpreters continue that ambiance by greeting visitors as they enter each room. The Salmagundi Consort will perform seasonal music. Hot cider and cookies by an open fire will provide a final opportunity to warm up inside and out. Washington’s Headquarters is at Liberty and Washington Streets in Newburgh. 845562-1195 for further details or directions.

“Stupid goose!” cried the Witch. “The opening is big enough...you could see that I could get into it myself...”

Warm up With the Washingtons

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milford, lords valley & DIngmans Ferry calendar All events are in Milford unless otherwise noted.

Art & Photography Exhibits

Ceramic by Dana Drake

Jewelry by I. Hiemowitz

Our cover photo is a stained glass work by J. Cruz, a member of the ARTery Gallery. The ARTery features unique, one of a kind, handmade treasures that reflect good taste, beautiful and functional pottery, decorative carved ceramic spheres, jewelry that is very classy and jewelry that is fun and funky, soft sculptures of various dog breeds, stunning stained glass pieces that are designed to be free standing, wildlife photography, local

landscapes and lots and lots of art in every style, medium and price range. Every oneof-a-kind piece is handmade by it's seventeen regional artist members. Gift certificates are available, and there is easy parking (and stress free shopping) for the Gallery at 210 Broad Street. The monthly Art After Dark reception is on December 9 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. Call for Holiday hours: 570- 409-1234.

Open House at PCHS

There will be sweets and savories, mulled The Pike County Historical Society will be hosting a Holiday Open House on cider and a visit from some spirited carolers December 11 from 1:00-4:00pm on the main who will bring the sounds of the season. Admission to the museum and party are floor of its museum, located at 608 Broad free. All are welcome. Street.

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Museums

Karen Kruger, “Fur and Feathers” thru Dec 4 Members Holiday Show ongoing The ARTery

Mansion Tours 1pm & 3pm Grey Towers, Dec 5-18

Holiday Show thru Jan The Forge

“Let Heaven & Nature Sing” Pike County Choral Society Church of the Good Shepherd, Dec 3, 7:30pm

Alyson Doria “My First Fall” thru Dec 4 All-Members Seasonal Show Dec 9-Jan 8 Highlands Photographic Guild David Greenbaum Shohola Bells ongoing Various Artists BlueStone Gallery Come Paint With Me Plein Air Painters Grey Towers, Dec 3-18 Hemlock Farms Artists Holiday Art Show Chant Realtors, Lords Valley, Dec 3-31 Reception Dec 3, 5pm-7pm Art After Dark Receptions Dec 9, The ARTery, 6pm-9pm BlueStone Gallery The Forge Highlands Photographic Guild, 6pm-9pm

Music - Classical-Holiday

“Messiah” Handel Delaware Valley Choral Society Milford Bible Church, Dec 4, 4pm “The Fab Four of Early Music” New York Polyphony Milford Theatre, Dec 10, 7pm

Prose Reading

“A Christmas Carol” Grey Towers, Dec 3 & 4, TBA

Recreation

Holiday Tea and Music & Art Program Grey Towers, TBA Open House Pike County Museum Dec 11, 1pm-4pm

... Dining out and in ...

......................................................................................................Milford Leonel Power (d1445) was an English composer of the late Medieval and early Renaissance eras. Along with John Dunstaple, he was one of the major figures in English music in the early 15th century. Power was a member of the Canterbury Cathedrals’s fraternity and worked there as a choir master. Very little is known about Power's life. Documents dating from early 1440s refer to him as a native of Kent. Stylistic analysis of his music, as well as his probable age during his known appointments, show that he may have been born between 1370 and 1385. A suggestion that Power was of Irish origin is usually discounted by modern scholars. The earliest dated reference to Power refers to him as instructor to the choristers of the household chapel of Thomas of Lancaster, 1st Duke of Clarence. The next reference to Power is from 1423: on 14 May he joined the fraternity of Christ

Pike Choral Dec. 3 Let the Pike County Choral Society (PCCS) and the audience sing and invoke the holiday spirit with Let Heaven & Nature Sing, PCCS’ annual year-end celebration which will include the music of Dvorak, Bach, Berlioz and Mozart. The concert will conclude with a traditional singalong of carols and other holiday favorites by choral and audience members. Antonin Dvorak’s 1892 Mass in D is the showcase piece of the concert. The Mass (originally numbered as Op.76, finally as Op.86) is a well-concentrated, structured composition originally intended for organ, solo voices and small choir. Can one assume that when PCCS performs Dvorak’s Mass in D it will be a “first” for the tri-state area? Directing the Choral Society is Charles D.

“Early” Fab Four Bring Power to Milford

New York Polyphony: countertenor Geoffrey Williams, tenor Geoffrey Silver, baritone Christopher Dylan Herbert, and bass Craig Phillips,

Church, Canterbury. He almost certainly served as choirmaster of the cathedral, and may also have been employed by John of Lancaster, 1st Duke of Bedford. He died at Canterbury on 5 June 1445 and was buried the next day; several notices of his death

survive. While Power's output was slightly less than Dunstaple's (only 40 extant pieces can be definitely attributed to him), his influence was similar. He is the composer best-represented in the Old Hall

Osborne, a celebrated cantor, teacher, composer and singer who serves as spiritual leader of the Jewish Fellowship in Hemlock Farms. Providing organ accompaniment is Henry Repp, Guest soloists are sopranos Sarah Mitchell and Julie Ziavras, and tenor Erik Sparks. The concert is on December 3 at 7:30pm in the Church of the Good Shepherd, 321 Fifth Street, Milford. Phone: 570-775-0963. Snow date is December 10 at 7:30pm.

(soprano), Patricia Ruggles (alto), Jeremy Blossey (tenor), and John-Andrew Fernandez (baritone). Handel wrote Messiah for modest vocal and instrumental forces, with optional settings for many of the individual numbers. In the years after his death the work was adapted for performance on a much larger scale, with giant orchestras and choirs. The DVCS is a non-profit group dedicated to performing major choral works in their original form. The Society incorporates aspiring musicians from the area as well as professional musicians to bring major works of music to our community. The DVCA is supported in part by a grant from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts. New singers and instrumentalists are welcome to join beginning January 8, 2012 when rehearsals will start for the spring

DV Choral Dec. 4 The Delaware Valley Choral Society (DVCS) and Symphony Orchestra will perform Handel's Messiah on Sunday, December 4 at 4:00pm at the Milford Bible Church complete with symphony orchestra and professional soloists Alex Garrido

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Manuscript, one of the only undamaged sources of English music from the early 15th century. Power was one of the first composers to set separate movements of the Ordinary of the Mass which were thematically unified and intended for contiguous performance. Dubbed "the Fab Four of early music", New York Polyphony performs a program that ranges from Power to Andrew Smith (b. 1970), a composer with deep roots in Gregorian chant and other forms of early vocal music. They sing English medieval carols, "and other religious songs.” The December 10, 7:00pm concert is at the Milford Theatre, 114 East Catharine Street, which opened as a venue in 1911. This concert is a production of Kindred Spirits Arts Programs. Tickets are available on the Kindred Spirits Arts Programs website and at Books and Prints, 220 Broad Street in Milford. Phone 570-409-1269. concert. For information, phone 570-2678773 or 570-296-2661. Milford Bible Church is located at 110 Foxcroft Drive. Phone for tickets: 845-856-5696.

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James Cotter Reads in Warwick

In 2009, Dr. James F. Cotter of Gerard Manley Hopkins and of published A New Life: Learning the articles on Dante, Chaucer, Sidney, Way of Omega, a collection of his Hopkins and Salinger. He serves as poetry with prose reflections. president of the International Hopkins CANVAS was proud to be co-host for Association. He is also the author of readings and book signings at the two Beginnings: the first Twenty-Five receptions at Mount Saint Mary Years of Mount Saint Mary College. College and the Newburgh Free Dr. Cotter will read his work at the Dr. James Cotter next program in the Poetry on the Library. His poetry has also appeared in Loose Reading/Performance Series at America, The Commonweal, The Hudson 7 West Street in Warwick at 4:00pm. on Review, The Nation, The New York Times, December 3. Enter by door on right side of Sparrow, Spirit, Thought, and other periodicals. building. Following the feature, others are His translation of Dante’s Divine Comedy was welcome to read original work. Admission is published by SUNY Stony Brook. free. A professor of English at Mount Saint Mary For further information, contact: William College in Newburgh since 1963, he is the Seaton/Poetry on the Loose, Inc. at author of Inscape: The Christology and Poetry seaton@frontiernet.net or 845-294-8085.

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Met & NYC Opera Stars Sing for OCH

The Opera Company of the Highland’s (OCH) season’s second benefit, "A Hudson Valley Holiday," features Metropolitan and New York City Opera stars, all members of OCH Advisory Board. Elizabeth Futral has established herself as one of the major coloratura sopranos in the world today. With her stunning vocalism and vast dramatic range, she appeared at the Elizabeth Futral major opera houses of the world, including the title role in Lucia di Lammermoor at the Met. Mezzo-soprano Jane Bunnell has enjoyed an illustrious international career for almost 30 years. Jane Bunnell She has an especially long association with the Met where she has sung 30 roles in more than 350 performances. 24

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Tenor Barry Banks has performed for the British Royal Family and appeared on the world's most famous stages, i.e. the Met and the English National Opera. His life as one of the most in-demand opera singers is a long way from his humble beginnings. A respected singing actor, bass-baritone Marc Embree was a principal singer with the NYC Opera for several seasons and has Barry Banks performed throughout the United States, in Mexico, Canada and Europe. Go hear and meet them at 7:00pm on December 3 at the Union Presbyterian Church, 44 Balmville Road in Balmville. Marc Embree For tickets to the benefit, phone: 845-562-5381.

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Peggi's Place Over 30 years experience in Hair Care 238 Main Street, Cornwall 845-534-3351

OPERA COMPANIES Opera Company of the Highlands Falling for Don Juan 2011-2012 Met Stars, Balmville Church, Dec 3, 7pm 845-565-4148 www.operacompanyofthehighlands.org.

ORGANIZATIONS Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Rock Tavern Art Exhibits, Music Events, Discussions 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern www.UUCRT.org

Margie

DeRosso has been a singer/songwriter for the last 25 years. Margie has been on a spiritual journey, always learning, expanding her view of spirit. About 6 years ago she went to a weekend retreat and was introduced to chant. That weekend inspired her to create, though music, a pathway to spirit through positive, affirmational chant. DeRosso and Dave Lang will perform their Holiday Show at the Newburgh Free Library, December 4 at 3:00pm and at the Greenwood Lake Library, December 15 at7:00pm. Admission is free. Phone: 845-477-8377

Local Nutcrackers

As most everyone knows, many local Dance Studios end the year with performances of The Nutcracker. The Paramount Theatre in Middletown will have the students of the Marya Kennett Ballet Theatre perform the Tchaikovsky favorite. (Kennett herself recently was honored with the Orange County Arts Council’s Lifetime Achievement Award.) Many theatregoers know the high level of “adult community theatre” that Orange and Sullivan Counties offer via a number of permanent companies. That level can be found at the New Rose Theatre in Walden which offers not only ‘adult community theatre’, but also “adult dance theatre” with its perennial favorite, The Nutcracker, The “Cracked Up” Nutcracker in Walden This production features both adults and originally promoted as a “cracked-up Nutcracker” due to the whimsical, satiric and youth and will held at the theatre on Route 52 downright outrageous nature of Dee Wright’s in Walden from December 15th thru 18th. For reservations; 845-778-2478. fun choreography and staging.

Christmas at Knox’s Headquarters

New Windsor Cantonment is the living history museum of the Northern Continental Army's final post of the Revolutionary War, 1782-1783, and is home to the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor, preserving and sharing the stories of America's military personnel wounded or killed in battle, recipients of the Purple Heart. Knox's Headquarters is Mount Ellison, the working country home since 1754 of the prosperous Ellison family who hosted officers of the Continental Army consecutively from

1779 through 1783. Come see how John and Catherine Ellison welcomed the officers and soldiers of the Continental Army. From 5:00 pm to 8:00pm on Friday December 16th & Saturday December 17th, their elegantly appointed 1754 Ellison house will be decorated for Christmas and staffed by Revolutionary War era costumed interpreters. Then again, on December 26, December 27 and December 28, Open House at the Ellison mansion is open for tours at 10:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm and 2:00pm each day. Tour the elegant 1754 historic house decorated for the season in 18th century fashion. Knox’s Headquarters is located at 289 Forge Hill Road, in Vails Gate, New York, three miles southeast of the intersection of I87 and I-84. The bridge over Moodna Creek, just east of Knox’s Headquarters, was damaged by Hurricane Irene, so access to the site is from State Route 94 only. For information call 845-561-1765 ext. 22.

Destination................................................Cornwall............................. Gould Art in Cornwall-on-Hudson

After fifty-four years in business, Bethlehem Art Gallery in Salisbury Mills will be closing on December 31, 2011. Founded in 1957 by John and Mary Gould in the Town of Cornwall, the gallery has become well known for Hudson Valley paintings, prints, custom framing and art exhibits throughout the region. Sons, Robert, William and Paul have continued the tradition of the gallery and “Dutchess Ferry” by John Gould expanded the appreciation of the Gould family Paul will continue to provide art instruction, art. Lithographic and giclee prints of the paintings of John and Paul Gould and oil painting restoration and exhibits at his photographs of William Gould have been the Hudson Valley Gallery, 246 Hudson Street, Cornwall-on-Hudson. hallmark of the Bethlehem Art Gallery.

cornwall / woodbury calendar sponsored by Hudson Valley Society for Music, Potluck Concerts, & Peggi’s Place All events are in Cornwall or Cornwall-on-Hudson unless otherwise noted.

Art & Photography Exhibits Paul Gould Hudson Valley Gallery, ongoing Real ART: a group show 2 Alices, thru Jan 1 Susan Brandman pastels Palaia Vineyards, Highland Mills, Dec 1-31

Book Discussion “Lark & Termite” Dec 7, 7pm First Wednesday Book Group Cornwall Public Library

Cinema

Music - Rock-Blues-Country-Pop-etc. Palaia Vineyards, Highland Mills, see page 16 John & Jackie Gioia Dec 2, 8pm Hank and His Guitar Dec 9, 8pm 2 Alices Coffee Lounge

Music - Classical Eric Roth lute Cornwall Public Library, Dec 2, 7:30pm

“Story of the Weeping Camel” Dec 15 6pm “Elf” Dec 14, Noon, Dec 28, 6pm Cornwall Public Library

Potluck Concerts Cornwall Presbyterian Church, Dec 9, 7:30pm

Lectures

“Leslie Garrett Live at Christmas” Cornwall Public Library, Dec 18, 1pm

“Creativity & Authenticity: The Quest for a Singular Vision” Joe Paquet Lattimore Atelier, Dec 3, 10am Decorate for the Birds Dec 10, 10am HHNM Outdoor Discovery Center

Museum World of Bees & Brook Trout Exhibit weekends Meet the Animal of the Week Sat & Sun, 2:30pm

Heitmuller: 2011 Outdoor Educator of the Year

Environmental Educator Carl Heitmuller of the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum in Cornwall has been named 2011 Outdoor Educator of the Year by the New York State Outdoor Education Association. This prestigious award recognizes that Carl has successfully used the outdoors to enrich curriculum and/or interpret the natural world in a way that has expanded the environmental appreciation of children or adults. Carl is a full-time educator who has taught at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum for 15 Judy Onufer, Hudson Highlands Nature Museum’s Director of Education – Carl years. He has acquired his impressive Heitmuller, Hudson Highlands Nature knowledge of wildlife and outdoor education Museum’s Environmental Educator and through many years of experience and holds an Marylynn Malone, President of NYSOEA. Associates Degree in Liberal Arts with a concentration in Field Biology and well as the 30 programs that are presented to Conservation from Orange County Community more than 9,000 school children each year. Visit www.hhnaturemuseum.org or call 845College. Carl has been instrumental in the development of the museum’s camp program as 534-5506, ext. 215. Artist Opportunity

Lecture on Mill Street There will be a Q&A period at the end. Joe Paquet is a nationally acclaimed Plein The three hour lecture is on December 3 at Air painter. His lecture: CREATIVITY & AUTHENTICITY: The Quest for a Singular 10am at the Lattimore Atelier, 2 Mill Street in Vision will “help define and clarify both cause Cornwall. Refreshments to follow. Phone 914-819-8856. Space is limited. and affect (sic) for that singular vision.”

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Recreation Geology Hike Dec 3, 10am Native American Toys & Games Dec 4, 10am Village Christmas Tree Lighting Dec 4, 5:30pm

HHNM Outdoor Discovery Center Twenty-Sixth Annual Holiday Get-Together Painter’s Tavern, Dec 5, 6pm-8pm

HHNM Wildlife Education Center

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The Swan Comes Up Unlike Thunder - from Cornwall to Poughkeepsie ‘Cross the River

Karelia’s Kalevala in “Kornwall” by Derek Leet

Karelia is a republic located in the northwestern part of Russia. Historically, Karelia was a region to the northwest of Russia, east of present-day Finland, controlled by the Novgorod Republic. From the 13th century and onwards, various parts were conquered by Sweden, and incorporated into Swedish Karelia until they were lost to Russia by the Treaty of Nystad in 1721. The Kalevala is a 19th century work of epic poetry compiled by Elias Lönnrot from Finnish and Karelian oral folklore and mythology. It is regarded as the national epic of Finland and is one of the most significant works of Finnish literature. The Kalevala played an instrumental role in the development of the Finnish national identity, the intensification of Finland's language strife and the growing sense of nationality that ultimately led to Finland's independence from Russia in 1917. “Finland’s greatest composer, Jean Sibelius' wonderful tone painting The Swan of Tuonela (Tew-oh-nella) is based Jean Sibelius on one of the stories 1865-1957 from the Finnish mythological legend, The Klevala,” explained instrumentalist Dr. Joel Evans. (photo 2002) ”Its the third story in Sibelius' Lemminkäinen Suite (Four Legends op. 22). “Sibelius wrote these Joel Evans words in his original score:...Tuonela, the Kingdom of Death, the

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25th Anniversary for Dr. Joel Evans

This is a rare opportunity anywhere in the world, to hear this masterpiece performed by a world class soloist in two versions, first with a piano and then a full lush string ensemble. It will be interesting to see if the piano can supply the coloring the strings offer, or if, as a duet, it is almost a different work. Evans continued enthusiastically, “What a joy to travel back in time and play the great masterpieces of music for our faithful Hudson Valley audiences!!! This year celebrates my 25th Anniversary as oboist and solo English horn with the Hudson Valley Philharmonic and I'm tremendously thankful for the many years of fantastic repertoire under Randy Fleischer (as well as our former director Imre Pallo!)” Finally, he supplied a wonderful trivia item that is not generally known and does not appear in the liner notes of various recordings I have seen. ”Its also interesting to note that The Swan of Tuonela was originally supposed to be part of photo courtesy of Garrison Gallery Walt Disney's famous film "Fantasia". Due to Hades of Finnish mythology, is surrounded by fortunate to perform it many times over my time constraints it was not included in the final cut. How wonderful it would have been to hear a broad river of black water and swift currents. forty plus years of the Philadelphia Orchestra, (Leopold Stokowski On it, the Swan of Tuonela floats and sings on English horn playing, but my two December conducting!) and the great John Minsker on his majestic course....," said Evans. are English horn! I can see the beautifully executed Evans is one of the most sought-after oboists performances cartoon graphics and hear the wonderful Philly in the Hudson Valley, a member of The something special. “First of all, my sound even now!” Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra and friend and The December 9, 7:30pm concert is the The Hudson Valley Philharmonic, as well as dearest second offering of the Potluck 2011-2012 a “retired” West Point Military Academy colleague Dr. Ruthanne season. Joining Dr. Schempf and violinist Emily Band musician, plus a music educator not only Schempf and I will do a Faxon will be West Point clarinettist John at SUNY New Paltz, but also to the delight of version for piano and many music lovers at various local concerts at English horn at the Ruthanne Schempf Parrette. They will perform another scaled down work: a trio version of Stravinsky’s which he sometimes offers highly informative Potluck Concerts in L’Histoire du Soldat. and whimsically entertaining pre-concert talks. Cornwall on December Potluck Concerts are held at the Cornwall Most oboists also perform on the English 9. and a week later on Presbyterian Church, 222 Hudson Street in horn, but since the repertoire for that instrument December 18 I will Cornwall-on-Hudson. is so sparse, many people think of it as a present it with Maestro For tickets to the Bardavon HVP December “strange” instrument, which, of course, it is not. Randall Craig Fleischer 18 concert in Poughkeepsie, phone the Evans explains, “the English horn is a perfect and the glorious strings Randall Craig Bardavon Box Office at 845- 473-2072. choice for this rich, wonderful melody, of the Hudson Valley Fleischer The Bardavon is at 35 Market Street. haunting, penetrating and lyric. I've been Philharmonic (HVP).”

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..................................................................................................cornwall Sandy Brandman at Palaia

“Macs on the Level”

Born in coastal Santa Cruz, California, pastelist Sandy Brandman now calls the scenic Hudson Valley her home. Brandman received her degree in Art History and Music at Empire State University of New York and has worked in the music industry for over 30 years as a music copyist and editor in both New York City and San Francisco. Brandman’s acclaims include copying music scores for major motion pictures such as Altered States and Fame, the revised score of the Broadway production of Pirates of Penzance starring Linda Ronstadt, as well as working for the American Ballet Theater and the San Francisco Opera Company. As an editor, she has

repaired musical scores in the archival departments of G. Schirmer and Boosey and Hawkes. Her many talents include viola and violin performance in numerous symphonic Sandy Brandman and chamber groups throughout the Hudson Valley and beyond. Additionally, she serves as a dedicated member on the executive board of the Hudson Opera Theatre, as well as a full time chorus mezzosoprano. Her passion for music has inspired her love of painting still lifes, portraits and landscapes of the Hudson Valley. Sandy also has had the opportunity to paint landscapes in scenic County Clare, Ireland, and in Tuscany, Italy. Sandy’s art can be compared to the glorious Hudson Valley she often paints; subtly beautiful yet stately and elegant. Her work is on display for the month of December in the Sweet Clover Gallery at Palaia Vineyards, located at 10 Sweet Clover Road in Highland Mills. For more information phone 845-928-5384.

Opera Club offers Lesley Garrett for the Holiday

Highlights include Popular vocal performer Mozart’s Alleluia, a jazzy Lesley Garrett stars in a version of Purcell's Sound spectacular Christmas the Trumpet with Guy music show, alongside Barker, a swinging South international celebrities. African style Little Enjoy this colorful and Boy with passionate video from the Lesley Garrett Sibongile Khumalo Drummer best seat in the house, featuring exciting new Sibongile Khumalo and a virtuoso duet of arrangements of Christmas and classical songs, Silent Night with José Cura. The Cornwall Public Library’s opera club along with traditional favorites as well as meets every third Sunday at 1:00pm. operatic arias and duets.

Happy 5th Birthday Palaia!

Evan Teatum Bruce Perone Rob Schiff

Al Westphal

Now that the seasonal outdoor events at Palaia Vineyards are ended until next year, it’s time to get warm and do some winetasting and listen to some of the area’s finest musicians. “We have our 5 year anniversary

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on December 17 with music from four of the first musicians to play here, all playing the same date!” reported owner Jan Palaggi. Palaia is located in Highland Mills. For information phone: 845-928-5384.

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Born in 1987 in Los Angeles to actors Timothy Hutton and Debra Winger, Noah Hutton spent his childhood on and around film sets and developed a passion for filmmaking of his own at an early age. Originally screened at the 2011 Woodstock Film Festival, his film More To Live For tells the story of three lives, all shaken by cancer and dependent upon the one vital bone marrow match that could save them. Their paths become connected in a desperate fight for survival and a singular mission: to bring awareness about bone marrow donation to the millions of people who could save a life today. Their deeply personal accounts of confronting illness will inspire hope and action, leaving the viewer inspired to become part of the cure. In addition to the film showing and Q/A by director, Hutton, a bone marrow screening following the film will be offered via The Love, Hope and Strength Foundation, which helps find bone marrow matches for cancer patients. Come meet Noah Hutton at the Downing Film Center at 19 Front Street on December 10 at 8:15pm. Reservations are required. Phone Downing at 845-561-3686.

Candlelight Tour

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Art & Photography Exhibits

“Detectives” manuscripts Karpeles Manuscript Museum, thru Dec 18

Bill Yost “Face to Face” Kaplan Hall, OCCC, thru Dec 16

Talking Machine Dec 1 The Young Lions with Neil Alexander & Paul Roach Dec 10 Problems-Christmas Show Dec 16 Bill Perry Birthday Tribute Dec 23 Dan Brother Band Dec 31 The Wherehouse

Carol Ann Kronyak “My Art, My Venting” Karpeles Manuscript Museum thru Dec 18

It is that time of year again! The Historical Society of Newburgh Bay and the Highlands is gearing up for its annual Candlelight Tour of Homes. This tour showcases the best of Newburgh's architecture, history, culture and community spirit and brings hundreds of visitors to the City and surrounding area each year. The December 11 tour begins at Noon at the Crawford House (see photo), 189 Montgomery Street. Tour participants will receive an illustrated booklet that includes a map of all the sites on the Tour including private homes and public spaces which exemplify Newburgh's rich architectural heritage. Phone: 845-561-2585.

“An Artist’s Response to Human Rights” Art works by Orange County HS students SUNYO Kaplan Hall Dec 9-18 Reception Dec 9, 5pm-7pm

Book Discussion adult & child “Saffy’s Angel” by Hilary McKay Mother & Daughter Book Discussion Newburgh Free Library, Dec 1, 7pm

Cinema “Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey” Dec 2-7 “More to Live For” Dec 10, 8:15pm “Joyeux Noel” Dec 18-20 Downing Film Center “Super 8” Newburgh Free Library, Dec 12, 6:30pm

Comedy Vic Henley, Kenny Zimlinghaus Railroad Playhouse, Dec 3, 8pm

Holiday “Bells on Broadway” Children’s Holiday Festival, arts, crafts Ritz Lobby, Dec 3, 10am-4pm Candelight Tour Dec 11, Noon-5pm Historical Society of Newburgh

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Museum Exhibit

“Woven Stories: Contemporary Tapestries” Ann Street Gallery Dec 10-January Reception: Dec 10, 6pm-8pm

Music

Margie & Dave Holiday Concert Newburgh Free Library, Dec 4, 3pm Frank Vignola’s Hot Club - Gypsy Jazz Tom Humphrey Guitar Series Ritz Theater Lobby, Dec 10, 8pm

Music - Classical Newburgh Symphonic Chorale St. George’s Episcopal Church, Dec 11, 3pm

Opera - Concert "A Hudson Valley Holiday" Met Stars Gala Benefit Concert Opera Company of the Highlands Union Presbyterian Church, Balmville, Dec 3, 7pm

Poetry Reading Hudson River Poets Newburgh Free Library, Dec 1, 7pm

Recreation “Warm Up with the Washington’s” Open House Washington’s Headquarters, Dec 11, Noon-4pm

Theatre - Play Reading: “This is Not a Project” Dec 4, 7pm Play: “The Santaland Diaires” Dec 15-17 Railroad Playhouse

Bill Perry Tribute

Downing’s Free Film

American blues musician, guitarist, singer/songwriter, William "Bill" Sanford Perry was born in Goshen and toured throughout the U.S. and Europe as a guitarist for Richie Havens, touring with Garth Hudson and Levon Helm as well. Perry died in Sugar Loaf on July 17, 2007 at the age of 49. Bill Perry Birthday Tribute & Fundraiser for The Bill Perry Scholarship Fund, initiated in Sugar Loaf, will take place on December 17 at 8:00pm. The Wherehouse is proud to host this effort and present several fine musicians. The Wherehouse is located at 199 Liberty Street. Phone: 845-561-7240 for information.

Joyeux Noel (2005), a free holiday film for the community, will be shown three times, December 18-20. Rated PG-13. This movie is inspired by a true story, which occurred in the trenches of the World War I battlefield on Christmas Eve in 1914. When war breaks out in the lull of summer 1914, it surprises and pulls millions of men in its wake. Christmas arrives, with its snow and multitude of family and army presents. That night, a momentous event will turn the destinies of four characters: an Anglican priest, a French lieutenant, an exceptional German tenor and the one he loves, a soprano and singing partner. During this Christmas Eve, the unthinkable happens: soldiers come out of their trenches, leaving their rifles behind to shake hands with the enemy. Downing Film Center is at 19 Front Street. Reservations required: 845-561-3686.

.................................................................................................Newburgh How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria? Trestle, Inc 10th Anniversary in 2012 Trestle, Inc. wishes to thank all who supported their recently completed 2011 Salute to Heroes. The Salute included events throughout the year, concerts, memorials and new bricklaying, to complement Trestle, Inc’s previous efforts: outdoor and indoor murals, children’s art on Colden street lampposts, and the City’s brick walk (see photo on right). The officers, staff and volunteers wish all will join them at their many events to celebrate their 10th anniversary in 2012.

Maria Zemantauski, that is. Maria Zemantauski is one of the world's few heralded female flamenco-style guitarists and one of even fewer female flamenco composers. She has performed in Spain, Italy and across the continental United States to great acclaim. Her albums have received stellar reviews from music critics around the world and her music can also be heard in the award-winning documentary, Radical Harmonies. The Problem: How do you get as much of the public as possible to witness the art of this remarkable musician? The Answer: Sharing. Share her talents with others. And that is what multiple venues in Newburgh have been doing recently. Jazz lovers have witnessed her music as part of the Tom Humphrey Guitar Series in the Ritz Lobby in the past few years. Classical music lovers have seen her perform with the Newburgh Chamber Music Series string players. And now she is to perform for The World

Maria Zemantauski

Music and Culture Series at SUNY Orange Newburgh Campus, where more of the music-loving public, students (they get free admission) and academia can sit, be mesmerized and give themselves up to the compás (rhythms) and cante (singing) of flamenco. The concert will take place on December 2 at 7:00pm in Kaplan Hall on Grand & First Streets. No dancing in the aisles, please. For information phone 845-431-9386 or visit sunyorange.edu/culturalaffairs. Olé!

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Tapestry Art on Ann Street

Woven Stories: Contemporary Tapestries, featuring hand-woven works by a group of select artists, is the December exhibit at Ann Street Gallery, 104 Ann Street. Visitors can experience contemporary art, stunning works by twenty artist from the across the country and Canada. The artistry of tapestry weaving is a long and continuous one. Ancient tapestry specimens can be found in the works of ancient Greeks, Egyptians, and Peruvians, early European, and Native Americans. Even in our age of a twentyfirst century world dominated by technology, this ancient art form is thriving and just as

relevant today as in past millennia. Viewers can see weavings that convey challenging messages, explorations of space and form, abstractions, landscapes, and portraits. These tapestries also range in size, from large scale hangings to smaller sized works, three dimensional and mixed media pieces. Gallery curator, Virginia Walsh, is hoping this exhibition will raise the profile of tapestry as a mainstream art form. The opening reception is on December 10 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. Phone for special holiday hours: 845-5612585. Visit www.AnnStreetGallery.org.

Santa for Adults! Adapted for the stage by Joe Mantello and featuring James Phillips, The Santaland Diaries comes to Water Street December 15 thru 17. Based on the outlandish, and true, chronicles of David Sedaris' experience as Crumpet the Elf in Macy's SantaLand display, this hilarious cult classic features comic encounters during the height of the holiday crunch. Recommended for mature audiences. See it at Railroad Playhouse, 27 South Water Street. Visit www.rrplayhouse.com.

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Destination...................................................................................................... Teen Craft Programs at Library

Yep - you can make your own holiday cards. The Monroe Free Library will have everything you need to make great personalized cards to send to friends and family on December 13 at 5:45pm. Free registration required.

What to see at Museum Village While visiting the exhibit buildings now at Museum Village, visitors can shop in a 130year-old general store, see a real Mastodon skeleton, dip a candle, step inside a 200-yearold log cabin, sit in a one-room schoolhouse, and watch a broom or coverlet being made. All that and be home in time for dinner! The Museum Village Schoolhouse is a replica of the Monroe Stone Schoolhouse built in 1805. Like most 19th century rural schoolhouses, the Monroe school was a simple one-room building. Students of all grades and ages sat together and learned arithmetic, spelling and writing. The school year lasted only 12 weeks from Thanksgiving to early spring because most of the children from the area worked on family farms. The Log Cabin that stands next to the Vernon Drugstore on the Museum's grounds originally stood just beyond the forest of Dean's Mine. The Cabin dates from the last quarter of the 18th century. Visitors to the cabin learn how a family of five lived in a small, one-room building.

The Weave Shop. In the first half of the 19th century, yarn was spun on spinning wheels and cloth was woven on looms. Shirts, pants and dresses were then cut from the homemade cloth and hand sewn. At the Museum Village weave shop you can observe the old methods of weaving fabric on a handloom and how the intricate patterns were followed. At the Candle Shop learn the process of creating a candle and the different materials used to make them. Then, try your hand at dipping your own candle to take home. See an exhibit on the evolution of lighting devices from the oil lamp to the electric light bulb. There’s a Broom Shop, Blacksmith Shop, Print Shop, Pottery Shop and Dress Emporium, plus more. For further information, visit their website at: www. museumvillage.org. Phone: 845-781-3729.

monroe calendar Music - Jazz/Blues Artsongjazz Band Museum Village, Dec 18, 7pm

Recreation Christmas in the Village Dec 3 & 4 Museum Village

Music - Students Student Instrumental Recital Dec 10, 4:30pm-7pm & Dec 11, 1pm-3pm Orange County School of Dance

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Meet the Artsongjazz Band

The only thing better than making holiday cards is - that's right - making holiday cookies! December 20, also at 5:45pm, is the date. Free registration required. The Library is located at 44 Millpond Parkway. Phone: 845-783-4411.

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Naomi Kennedy

Dov Dixler

Joe Welsh

“We are working hard to bring some new programming to the public here at Museum Village,” said Museum Village Director, Robert Schmick. The Village has arranged for a local jazz quintet, the Artsongjazz Band, comprised of Naomi E. Kennedy vocals, Dov Dixler keys, Cosmo Policriti sax, Joe Walsh drums, and Shane Bordeau bass and guitar, to perform a

Cosmo Policriti

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mix of jazz and blues from the American Songbook. “Their love and knowledge of all music combines to produce a great sound,” Schjmick continued. The Band is an offshoot of a previous trio that included Kennedy, Dixler, and Polictiri. Apple cider and donuts will be served. Museum Village is located at 1010 State Route 17M. Call 845-781-3729.

Family-Fun Christmas Celebration

Museum Village invites the community to come and share in the music and festivities of their Christmas in the Village on Saturday, December 3 from 4:00pm thru 8:00pm and Sunday, December 4 from 2:00pm thru 6:00pm. There will be lots of activities for everyone to enjoy: Decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus in the snack bar; participate in a treasure hunt;

see a Punch & Judy show in the Playhouse; listen to the Carolers on the Green; meet Santa's Helpers - The Elves; and make sure to stop and visit Santa in the Gift Shop! Plus more! Children under 4 are Free. Phone: 845-781-3729 for information. Museum Village is Educational Institution.

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.......................................................................................................Monroe Monroe Library: The Beginning

With hearts filled with hope, the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Friends of the Libraryâ&#x20AC;? met on April 8, 1908, at the Fireman's Opera House on Stage Road. Their purpose: to establish a free circulating library. Conrad Regeluth, owner of a drug store/ice cream parlor, suggested a room in Johnny Miller's grocery store, which was also on Stage Road. This building is now the Village Hall. Mr. Regaluth's offer included lights and furniture. He further agreed to be the librarian, all for $2 weekly. History has not recorded whether Mr. Regeluth was simultaneously jerking sodas, compounding prescriptions and checking out books, but we do know he kept the library open ten hours a day, six days a week. The Monroe Free Library's founding members were Millard F. Mapes, president of the board of trustees formed on May 8, 1908; Mr. and Mrs. Willard H. Bull, Mrs. Bull serving as vice president; Orville Eichenberg, chairman; Gilbert Carpenter, secretary; Albert J. Crane, treasurer, who also donated Crane Park to the village; W.J. Cregan; Clarence Knight; Miss Bertha

Library Director Marilyn McIntosh, left, and Friends of the Monroe Free Library President Diane Leviseur display the ceremonial $1,100 check the library made to the Washingtonville 5WTC Firefighters Photo by Nancy Kriz Memorial Fund.

Taylor; Miss Irene Carpenter; Miss Mary Cocks; Mrs. Ira Smith; Mrs. S. Fairchild, and Mrs. Ford Relyea. This intrepid group, in addition to their own donations, raised a total of $246 from 180 village residents. After receiving a charter from the state Department of Education, the library opened in June 1908. By 1909, the library had 870 books and had taken in over $408 for the year. By 1918, Mrs. Joe T. "Libby" Howell was librarian, earning the

munificent sum of $30 per year. After several previous moves, the library moved in July 1924 to the Community House on North Main Street. Owned by the Konnight family during the Civil War, this building had been known as the Konnight Building and the Opera House. It had once been a livery stable, had a gazebo out front for band concerts, and a bowling alley inside to delight local youth. The library bravely continued through the dark days of the Great Depression. In 1939, Monroe Free Library had 4,880 books. In addition to state funds and money from the Village of Monroe, the library was supported by donations raised by residents at card parties. Open only two hours a day for five days a week, the librarian was Miss Edith E. Kerr. The board of trustees members were H.S. Burroughs, president; Mrs. C.A. Brooks, vice president; H.E. Coleman, treasurer; Mrs. Ira J. Smith, secretary; Mrs. Frederick Hulse; Mrs. Hubert L. Smith; Mrs. L.R. Carpenter; Mrs. C.N. Anderson; and Mrs. F.A. Newbury. Because the Community House building

Monroe-Woodbury Rotary Helps Museum Village Museum Village was the center of attention as several members of the Monroe-Woodbury Rotary Club helped clean up on November 19, just in time for the Thanksgiving weekend and the upcoming Christmas in the Village, December 3 and 4. The team raked leaves, cleaned the parking lot fence and trimmed some of the bushes giving the museum a good autumn tune-up. "This is great when Non-Profit groups can get together and help each other out", Monroe-Woodbury Rotary Members said Michael Sosler, General Manager for Museum Village. "The Museum always other Non-Profits and community groups as looks forward to working with the Monroe- well. We do need to work together to help Woodbury Rotary Club and partnering with each other out in these difficult times."

was sold in 1958, the board of trustees began the drive for a new library building. After a search for an appropriate property, the Mentz lot on Millpond Parkway was agreed to be the best choice. On November 22, 1960, the new library let the public come in for the first time to browse among its 10,000 volumes, magazines and films. The new building was soon home to book discussions, music appreciation classes, the Stamp Club, the Chess Club, the Bridge Club and bridge lessons, and more programs. David H. Bush, president of the board of trustees at this time, was one of the driving forces behind the creation of the RamapoCatskill Library System. Because of this cooperation among libraries in Orange, Sullivan, Ulster and Rockland Counties, Monroe Free Library patrons have access to books, CDs, DVDs, and magazines from the wide RCLS geographic area. As Monroe continued to grow, it became obvious to the community by the 1980s that expansion was needed. In 1983, the library started planning a new addition, bringing it to its current state.

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The Monroe-Woodbury Rotary Club is a Non-Profit Organization and is part of Rotary District 7210, which includes most of the Hudson Valley. www.mwrotary.org Museum Village is a living history museum preserving a vast collection of eclectic, 19th century artifacts for educational purposes. Using these artifacts and reproductions, they provide hands-on experiences and exhibits illustrating the transition from a rural to an industrial culture and economy in America, provoking thought and discussion about history. www.museumvillage.org. For more museum information and to volunteer, phone: 845-781-3729.

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Destination...................................................................................................... Walden calendar sponsored by Walden Business Association

Book Signing & Discussion

Prose Reading

Douglas Winslow Cooper “Ting and I: A Memoir of Love, Courage and Devotion” Josephine-Louise Library, Dec 15, 7pm

“A Child’s Christmas in Wales” by Dylan Thomas w/Kevin McFadden Josephine-Louise Library, Dec 7, 7pm

Cabaret

Chess Club Mondays, 6pm-8pm Chess Club Saturdays, 10am-2pm Scrabble Club Thursdays 6pm-8pm Josephine-Louise Library

“Winter Wonderland” New Rose Theatre, Dec 22, 7pm

Recreation

Dance “A Cracked-Up Nutcracker” New Rose Theatre, Dec 15-18

Holiday Christmas on Main Street Dec 3, 4pm-8pm Christmas Tea Walden House, Dec 4, 2pm

Family Calendar Music with Melinda 2-5years old Josephine-Louise Library, Dec 8, 10:30am Holiday Music & Stories for Families

Lecture “Nail That College Interview!” Linda Doyle Josephine-Louise Library, Dec 3, 1:30pm

Music Student Piano & Vocal Recital NY School of Music Dec 13, 6:30pm

Open Mic & Concert w/“Maxed Out and Overtracked” The Den, NY School of Music, Dec 30 7pm

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w/Alice Nielsen-Shane Josephine-Louise Library, Dec 13, 4:30pm Teen Holiday Craft Josephine-Louise Library, Dec 13, 6:30pm

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McFaddden Returns to Library

One Christmas was so much like another, with Kevin McFadden will take place on in those years around the sea-town corner December 7th at 7:00pm at the Josephinenow and out of all sound except the distant Louise Library. speaking of the voices I sometimes hear a All ages welcome, Refreshments served. moment before sleep, that I can never Performer Opportunity remember whether it snowed for six days and Registration for NY School of Music six nights when I was twelve or whether it vocal performance class and rock band class snowed for twelve days and twelve nights has begun with final concerts scheduled for when I was six. February. Call 845-778-7594 or visit "A Child's Christmas In Wales" by Dylan www.nyschoolofmusiconline.com and click Thomas, the local Annual Holiday Reading on “program tab” for details!

........................................................................................................Walden Meet Douglas Cooper: Retired Physicist, Author, Lover Bright Star To spend even the smallest portion of a clear, crisp fall day with Tina and Douglas Cooper is an inspiring encounter with love, love on a level so far beyond and above its four simple representational letters. Beyond and above the pedestrian imagination, it is the type of romanticism most have only read about and even fewer are able to write about. Sometimes in jest, coffee saturated lit students make reference to the poets Byron, Shelly, Keats and sometimes Wordsworth as the "softheaded romantics." But it was Keats who knew best and wrote of this love as "still steadfast" and "still unchangeable." Douglas Cooper's recent publication, Ting and I, A Memoir of Courage, and Devotion is a description of the love discovered by those chosen few who walk the paths of the great poets, the softheaded romantics. If one can bring to mind the recently popularized Bright Star, the courage, love and devotion of Tina and Douglas will shine bright in the night sky. The events that caused such an extraordinary love affair began with the innocence of a spring morning, post adolescence desires and the realization that the real world of adulthood was rapidly surrounding a couple who looked into the other's eyes and saw souls laid bare. Seeking acceptance were two bright, articulate, intellectually curious college students with a compatibility level above the "recommended." Adults, i.e. parents, who could not see that Bright Star forbade the relationship. Prejudice, the playmate of so many great tragedies from Athens to Stratford-on-Avon to Broadway had struck once more with its venomous, fate-filled fangs. Douglas was a Caucasian from Walden, NYand Su Ting-Ting (aka Tina) an Oriental from Kuming, China. Each rejected by the family of the other, found a different path and walked away from love. Tina and Douglas said it was the

Douglas and Tina Su Cooper Photo courtesy Douglas Cooper

"rational" thing to do. Time does not heal all wounds and it does not extinguish love, especially love illuminated by a Bright Star. For Tina and Douglas that star remained constant, and bright. Five years melted into ten and ten into fifteen and then eighteen. Eighteen years since that "rational" good bye. Each had a failed marriage by then and each could not forget the post-adolescent tingle of a college romance coupled with the compatibility of intellectual curiosity. Twenty years after falling in love, Douglas called Tina on the phone and his

fantasy was confirmed: each was still in love with the other. Twenty-one years after the first and fateful encounter, Douglas and Tina were married. Their wedding rings are inscribed, "A Dream Come True." Dreams and fantasies are always confronted by reality, and it is often reality that causes one to wake in the middle of the night and cry. The true test of love is when one comes nose-to-nose, full tilt with the unthinkable. It was known at the time of the marriage that Tina had multiple sclerosis, MS, believed to be an autoimmune disease. There is no cure. At the time of the marriage, June 1984, signs of the disease were few and not readily noticeable. The disease, however, continued its unrelenting assault on Tina's nervous system. "By 1990, she was still able to walk, but only in baby steps; her fatigue had worsened, and she showed a loss of mental clarity. By 1993, she was using a cane, was barely able to climb stairs. By 1994, to complicate the issue, Tina had been diagnosed with cancer and the treatments had weakened her. Tina was now

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paraplegic and would soon heroically face quadriplegia and a close encounter with death from pneumonia. Considering these and other complications, "medical professionals" attempted to impose a Do-Not-Resuscitate (DNR) order. Tina chose to live. In the year 2000, Tina and Doug moved to Lake Osiris in Walden. Douglas' mother described Tina at Lake Osiris as follows. "Seated in her kitchen, she can look out through a glass door at a lake and watch as squadrons of Canadian geese ripple its surface." Tina lives today with Douglas on the Lake, the result of devotion, care and a love so intense. For those not so "softheaded," find solace, sleep soundly, for there is without challenge a Bright Star over Lake Osiris, "steadfast" and "unchangeable." There is a Book Event scheduled for Walden's Josephine-Louise Library. On December 15, at 7:00pm, Douglas Winslow Cooper will discuss his emotional and moving book, Ting and I, A Memoir of Love, Courage, and Devotion. Books will be available for signing and sale.

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Destination...................................................sugar loaf / Chester A Holiday Treat Returns to Lycian!

American Family Theater is considered one of the nation’s top producers of musicals for families and young audiences, performing at over 300 venues each year. Babes in Toyland is a contemporary adaptation of the classic favorite and is their 2011 holiday presentation. The production brings to life Jack and Jill, the Toy Soldiers and all the "girl and boy land" friends who share adventures in Toyland and the Magic Forest. A colorful treat, this show is a one-hour glittering musical complete with a fun-filled story, stunning costumes and a spectacular set! This updated Babes in Toyland features songs that were introduced in Victor Herbert's 1903 original, including "The March of the Toys", "Toyland, Toyland" and "I Can't Do This Sum", as well as several new songs created by award-winning playwright and composer, Don Kersey. Special lighting effects enhance the sets that feature unique movable modules portraying the Magic Forest, Toyland and the Widow Piper’s House. Babes in Toyland, returns to the Lycian

Centre for the Performing Arts in Sugar Loaf on December 17 at 11:00 am. This show is fun for the whole family! Tickets may be purchased by visiting the Lycian Centre Box Office or calling 845469-2287, Tuesday through Saturday between 11:00am and 4:00pm or on the web at www.LycianCentre.com.

Revising “Babes” Adding songs and re-writing the libretto is nothing new for Babes in Toyland. A new book and lyrics for the show were written for the Light Opera of Manhattan (LOOM) in 1975 by Alice Hammerstein Mathias (the daughter of Oscar Hammerstein II) and the company's director-producer William MountBurke. In 2003, in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the operetta, Rainbow Puppet Productions created a touring puppet version. The new script was by David Messick, Jr. Pre-recorded puppet voices were created, featuring Mickey Rooney as the Toymaker and his wife, Jan Rooney, as Mother Goose.

Fine Photography Exhibit at Lycian Selected members of the Hudson Highlands Photo W o r k s h o p (HHPW) will exhibit their fine art photography at Lycian Centre for the Performing Arts. The exhibit will be on display from through “Katie” January 4 in the by Madelyn Garstak lobby and in the second floor gallery, Tuesdays thru Saturdays. Entitled, “Beyond the Horizon,” it consists of peer-reviewed fine art photography by some of the finest photographers in the Hudson Valley. 34

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Approximately 50 photos will be on display and may be viewed and purchased by the general public. Thomas Vaillancourt, president of HHPW, said, “Beyond the Horizon implies a heightened ability to see or perceive what other people can’t or don’t. That is the challenge for photographers: to see and capture on paper for others to see, what most people miss.” The Hudson Highlands Photo Workshop is a non-profit organization composed of serious amateur, semi-professional, and professional photographers in the lower Hudson Valley. An opening reception will be held on December 3 from 2:00pm until 4:00pm. For further information phone 845-469-2287. For information on HHPW and their monthly meetings in Chester, visit www.hhpw.org. December 2011

Fiesta & Art Show Benefit Migrants

Fiesta Hurricane Irene and tropical storm Lee have been catastrophic to the farm workers and their families. Donations to Farm Aid were not allocated to the farm workers many of whom are presently out of work and are hungry. The food pantry at the Alamo Community center which serves several thousand farm workers each year is in desperate need of help. On December 10 there will be an Empty Bowl Fiesta with handmade bowls donated by local potters, soup and entertainment. Jointly sponsored by the Orange County Arts Council and Amity Arts Workshop of Florida, this event will be held at the Seligmann Estate in Sugar Loaf on December 10 beginning at 4:00pm. Music will be provided by Estamos Listos, a local band featuring Marji Zintz (see photo above) and Saloman Trujillo.

Go with your family and enjoy an afternoon of music and delicious soup. Take home a beautiful handmade bowl. All of the proceeds will be donated to the Alamo. Art Show

Citizens of the Towns of Warwick & Chester have come together to celebrate the talents we have amongst us and to help aid the migrant workers and their families during these difficult times. An Art Show to benefit Migrant Families is being held on December 7, from 7:00pm to 10:00pm in the barn at 2 Iron Mount Road in Warwick. Donations of clothing and canned food are welcome. For more information, phone: 845-6426334.

sugar loaf / chester calendar Art & Photography Exhibits

Comedy

Nick Zungoli “Mekong Journey” Exposures Gallery, ongoing

Neil Thornton, Vince Dantona&George Dec 3

“Beyond The Horzon” Hudson Highlands Photo Workshop Lycian Centre Gallery, thru Jan 4 Reception: December 3, 2pm-4pm

Art Exhibit & Music

Bill Evens, Joey Vega Dec 10 Jester’s Comedy Club, 9pm

Festival “Holiday Celebration” Downtown Sugar Loaf, 1pm-5pm

Theatre - Musical

Empty Bowl Fiesta Seligmann Gallery, Dec 10, 4pm

“Babes in Toyland” Lycian Center, Dec 17, 11am

Cabaret

Children’s Recreation

“Surreal Cabaret” Seligmann Gallery, Dec 2, 7:30pm

Skate With Santa Castle Fun Center, Dec 17, 6pm

Forum & Lecture in Rock Tavern

Are you concerned about America's dependence on fossil fuel and it's effect on us? A Forum & Discussion: FOSSIL FUEL~ Looking Deeply at Who We Are and What We Are Doing, sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Congregation (UUC) of Rock Tavern and Orange Environment, with panelists Michael R. Edelstein, Ph.D. and William Makofske, Ph.D., both of Ramapo College of NJ, and Dan Miner, past Chair of Sierra Club NYC, will be held at the Congregation on December 2 at 7:00pm.

Edelstein is also co-President of Orange Environment, Inc. a 26 year old environmental organization dedicated to protecting the environment and the communities of our region. Makofske and his wife Mary, a well-known poet and SUNY Orange educator, live in a zero-energy house that they designed. Both are active currently in Sustainable Warwick. The UUC is located at 9 Vance Road, off Route 207. For more information call: Verne M. Bell at 845-569-8965

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Public Art in Port Jervis Golf Eatery

The Port Jervis Council for the Arts and UpFront Exhibition Space have created a communty art collaboration with The Lynx at River Bend, a Port Jervis Golf Course. When UpFront (and 27 Gallery, 27 Front Street, Port Jervis) owners Debbie Raia and Gordon Graff walked into The Grill at River Bend, the spacious empty walls hit them like a ton of plaster. Like the murallover in Joyce Carey’s novel The Horse’s Mouth, who envisioned murals on every public wall he saw, Raia and Graff pictured Art, Photography and Scultpure in the Grill’s spacious foyer. After speaking with the powers-that-be, they approached William Schill at the PJ Arts PJ Arts Council’s Council and the walls William Schill got covered last month. It was not diffuclt to convince the resturant to become a permanent exhibit space for the community since Chef, Ronnie Smith, is an “Butterfly” artist. His work and the by Debbie Gioello works of Elva Zingaro, Wendell M. Upchurch, Paul Thomas, Frank Shuback, Nick Roes, Joe Petrosi, Geoff Morse, Lori McBride, Josh Mayfield, Howard Marc Self-Portrait Steiman, Mark by Alyta Adams Silverstone, Robert J. Lee, Alan Kaplan, Teresa Idelowitz, Don Hutchinson, Julia Healy, James Gwynne, Gordon Graff, Roger Gottlieb, Debbie Gioello, Nancy Davis-Kessler, William Cohen, Sean Addy and Alyta Adams are on display throughout the winter season. The Grill at River Bend has “an accomplished group of chefs, a talented and welcoming staff, and a value-driven a la carte

Percussion at Port Jervis Reception Following the Port Jervis Holiday Tree Lighting at Graeb Point, Volta Trio will perform at the opening reception of UpFront Exhibition Space’s Annual Holiday Show and Sale. UpFront currently has over 25 artists of all mediums included in this exhibit. Volta Trio is a percussion group based in Rochester, NY. Through their passionate, high energy performances Volta strives to inspire, educate and entertain audiences. The trio performs regularly throughout the Northeast USA including performances at Carnegie Hall, with the Eastman Wind Ensemble and the SUNY Fredonia Wind Ensemble. In February 2012 Volta Trio will compete in the International Percussion Competition in Luxembourg. Funded in part by Orange County Tourism and the County of Orange, the trio

Volta Trio

will to play at UpFront on December 3 at 7:00pm. The performance is free and will be held in conjunction with UpFront’s annual Holiday Artists reception that runs from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. UpFront Exhibition Space is located at 31 Jersey Avenue in Port Jervis. The exhibit will run until December 31, 2011.

Shopping for the Holidays

ART is always a lasting gift, even a ticket to a memorable performing arts event. So please patronize our advertisers. They help to keep CANVAS a free publication. Here’s only a couple of shopping hints: For that musical niece or nephew, Steve’s Debbie Raia and Gordon Graff Music Center in Rock Hill (page 16) has a menu full of meals that will please even the back room loaded with sheet music for just pickiest eaters,” their website states. about every instrument. Besides the regular menu and dining area, Mary Evelyn Whitehill’s beautiful The Grill has a great bar atmosphere: four huge flat screen TVs, four flavors of wings, featured beers, free mini buffet at the half during Monday Night Football, great giveaways including free “Tags” NFL gear, Grill gift by Gordon Graff certificates, free golf, and a chance to win a free round of golf for The Lynx Challenge (pick the right teams and win!) all located on the beautiful grounds of The Lynx at River Bend Golf Club, 87 Neversink “Characters” by Nick Roes Drive in Port Jervis. For the restaurant, call 845-856-4745. The Lynx Golf Course was originally designed by A.W. Tillinghast and first opened for play in 1921. For golf, phone: 845-856-GOLF (4653).

holiday cards are on sale at Picture it Framed (see page 28). ALL the art galleries have small artworks on sale. And you can save money now on Summer 2012 Forestburgh Playhouse subscriptions (see page 36). We have many new advertisers this month. and they ALL are avid supporters of the arts. So keep this CANVAS copy as a reference until the next one comes along!

The Port Jervis Council for the Arts is a notfor-profit 501C3 and funds the Port Jervis High School Art Scholarships, Art in Public Spaces, Page to Stage theatre readings and is a major contributor for the annual Port Jervis Arts Walk. Council president, William Schill, can be reached at 845-856-2727 or 845-856-6330. December 2011

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Art & Photography Exhibit tidbits sponsored by Linda Richichi, Mary Mugele Sealfon, Mary Evelyn Whitehill, Unitarian Universalist Gallery

New Art Gallery / Co-op in Ellenville Ellenville’s burgeoning “Rialto” has a new arts venue across from Shadowland Theater and Aroma Thyme Bistro, where you can also find Gaby’s Mexican Restaurant, and Hole In The Wall Music. Joining these establishments which have given new life to downtown Ellenville, is Skoler Gallery, a 2500 square foot gallery and artist co-op located at 170 Canal Street. The grand opening was on August 6, 2011. The purpose of the gallery is to “showcase art and culture in an up-and-coming area” according to gallery co-curator Anna Skoler. The gallery currently hosts exhibits by eleven local artists in formats ranging from photography and sculpture to painting. However the gallery is meant to be more than a space for selling art. According to co-curator Lanette Hughes, the gallery is “meant to provide an environment of enrichment for Ellenville by also facilitating workshops to encourage local talent to participate.” Future workshops in music, stained glass, theater, and photography are only a few of the ideas currently under consideration. A portion of sales in the gallery go towards these future community projects. Artists Skoler has displayed include Lanette

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All Aboard! Kathryn Tufano will welcome you and the kids to Livingston Manor’s HOLIDAY TRAINS ON MAIN, a nostalgic trip back in time with handmade model trains on view at the CAS Arts Center and Morgan Outdoors. The public is invited to the child-friendly festivities including a visit with Santa, sing-along with MountainTones Community Kathryn Tufano Band, and a birthday cake celebrating CAS’ 40th Anniversary hosted by the CAS Arts And don’t forget to stop by CAS Arts Center on December 3 from 3:00pm- Center to see the Winter Members Show & 5:00pm. On December 10, there is a lecture Holiday Fair on exhibit thru December 23. by train aficionado, Wayne Levitt at 2:00pm. Call 845-436-4227 for information.

Hughes, who works in painting and assemblage, and Jane Mehltretter Harrison, who works in stained glass. The photography of Louis Jawitz, Johnny Weeks, and Teresa Brun Ancel are also on display. The paintings of Alfredo Cardenas, Rogillio d’Accord, Polly Reina, and Dr. John Lichtenstein are also featured. Pen and ink works by Ross Hayes are showcased as well. Hours are Thursday thru Saturday 2:00pm9:00pm, and on Sundays from Noon-6:00pm. Call 845-325-5527 for information.

December 2011

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Fine Arts & Crafts by regional artists can be found at the Catskill Artists Gallery in downtown Liberty at 38 South Main Street. Painting, sculpture, pottery, woodcraft, hand painted scarves, photography, jewelry, prints, fabric & wearable art, handmade cards, children's books, glasswork, handbags. Here you will find exceptional art by Open Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. members Robert Friedman, Cate Gundlah, Kathy Jeffers, Buff McAllister, Helena Extended holiday hours: Wednesday and Clare Pittman and Hank Schneider in Thursday, December 21 and 22, Noon6:00pm. Phone: 845-292-0310. addition to many guest artists and friends.