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contents Hudson Summer Happenings Calendar begins

The Upper Crust: Patisserie Lenox brings a slice of Paris to Hudson by Brian PJ Cronin Live! On Stage Calendar begins

FOUNDER Jim Gibbons

CO-FOUNDER, EDITOR & DESIGNER Heather Gibbons

BUSINESS MANAGER Tammi Ullrich

El Anatsui: The School Marks One-Year Anniversary with 50-Year Retrospective by Jen Kiaba

PUBLISHER, GENERAL MANAGER Mark Vinciguerra

Seasonal Palette Calendar begins

In Concert Calendar begins

Take the Kids Calendar begins

Bright Green Valley Calendar

Readings, Signings & Screenings Calendar

Miscellaneous Calendar

DIRECTOR, CREATIVE SERVICES Phil Finkle AD DESIGN/COMPOSITION Steve LaRowe | Erica Izer ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVES Ashley Drewes Bob Belby Meghan Espel Marlene McTigue Alexandre Petraglia Susan Reinshagen CIRCULATION MANAGER Courtney Wrigley

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CONTRIBUTORS Brian PJ Cronin Jen Kiaba

On the cover: A scene from FarmOn! Foundation Hootenanny 2014, photo courtesy Leopold Dziuk. This year’s event will be held at Empire Farm in Copake, NY, on Saturday, July 18, starting at 6 p.m. Visit http://farmonfoundation.org for details.

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Hudson waterfront at sunset. Photo by Paul Abitabile.

Excavating History

Olana State Historic Site, 5720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Wednesday, July 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Join School of the Art Institute of Chicago Art professor, artist, writer, and museum educator Rebecca Keller for a day long workshop. This workshop focuses on the idea of history, and speciﬁcally personal history, and guides participants through the process of turning personal histories into writing and artworks. The session will start with learning about diﬀerent culture’s ideas about history, and then move to exercises designed to explore the question “what is history?” Keller’s years of experience will inspire attendees to traverse new territory relating to point of view, or who owns the story, and leave with many ideas for continued creative work. Come be inspired and create small works based on the stories that emerge in this workshop. Bring old photographs, keepsakes, objects, letters, or other ephemera and a bag lunch. Registration required. Tickets: $70 Info: 518.828.0135; http://www.olana.org

Basilica Screenings: July

Basilica Hudson, 110 South Front St., Hudson, NY 12534 Weekly July 3-23: Film series that presents an array of works from new and repertory narrative features, documentaries, experimental films, to video and media art, as well as guest curated programs, often with filmmakers and special guests in attendance for a discussion following the screenings. Programmed by Basilica Hudson’s film curator Aily Nash, and creative directors Melissa Auf der Maur and Tony Stone. July schedule and films: 7/3, 7 p.m., “Blade Runner Noodle Night!”, free, part of Sci-Fi Summer Nights Series; 7/9, “Inside Beford-Stuyvesant Program, 1968-1971”, info and Q&A with producer Charles Hobson and programmer Jake, Perlin; 7/16, 7 p.m., “Wildness,” intro and Q& A with filmmaker Wu Tsang, food before screening by Alimentary Kitchen; 7/23, 8 p.m., “Aspen,” film by Frederick Wiseman documenting the daily life and activities of the people who live, work and play in Aspen in winter. Tickets: $5-$15 sliding scale Info: http://basilicahudson.com

Youth Program: The Bench Project

Time and Space Limited, 434 Columbia St., Hudson, NY 12534 July 6-August 29, Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: The Bench Project is an ongoing summer workshop, now in its third year in collaboration with Workforce Investment Board of Columbia & Greene Counties.Under the direction of Linda Mussmann and TSL Staﬀ, three to four young people learn how to design, build, paint, and sell simple, colorful park benches. Participants sharpen their math, motor, and marketing skills during the process and share in the pride when their benches are sold and are placed in private homes and gardens or in public places for the community to use and appreciate. For ages 16-19. Registration required. Info: 518.822.8448; fyi@timeandspace.org

Every Hero has a Story Summer Reading Program

Hudson Area Library, 400 State St., Hudson, NY 12534 Tues.-Thurs., July 7-Aug. 7, 10 a.m.-noon: Enjoy stories, crafts, special guests, book

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giveaways, and more. Keep track of your reading over the summer and you could be eligible to win some special prizes. Info: 518.828.1792; http://hudsonarealibrary.org

PuppeTree Presents: Swimmy/Swimmer

Hudson Area Library, 400 State St., Hudson, NY 12534 Wednesday, July 8, 11 a.m.: Vermont’s PuppeTree visits the library with a stunning new production of Leo Lionni’s classic children’s book, “Swimmy.” A visual and musical treat, the production features a classical music score that draws us into the undersea world and introduces children to the lyrical work of Debussy. Ideal for 3-12 year olds and their families. Tickets: Free, registration required Info: 518.828.1792; http://hudsonarealibrary.org

Music & Creative Movement

Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Wednesdays, July 8-Aug. 26, 10-11 a.m.: Join local singer, songwriter, choreographer, and dancer Abby Lappen for weekly fun exploring creative arts through music and movement. Parent participation is encouraged. Tickets: Free and open to the public Info: 518.822.1438; http://hudsonoperahouse.org

Plein Air Artist Guided Walking Tour

Olana, 7720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Friday, July 10, 10-11:30 a.m.: Travel the Olana carriage roads, and explore the site’s farm complex, while seeing artists at work in the landscape. This tour, led by a Hudson River region painter, is an exciting way to learn about the history of plein air painting and have meaningful conversations with the artists working in the ﬁeld. Olana’s plein air paint-out celebrates contemporary landscape painting and the history of the Hudson River School of Art. Pre-register by July 9. Tickets: $12; $10 members Info: 518.828.0135; http://www.olana.org

Meet the Artists Reception, Exhibition and Live Auction: Creating Landscapes within the Landscape

Olana, 7720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Friday, July 10, 4 p.m.: Come celebrate the grand ﬁnale of the three-day plein air festival! Enjoy refreshments and listen to live music as you chat with the artists who were selected to paint in the spectacular Olana landscape. View the newly completed works on exhibition. Bid in the live auction and take home your own piece of Olana in a wonderful work of contemporary art. Help select the winner of the “Viewers’ Choice Award” to be given to one of these deserving artists. Bob Bahr, editor of the e-newsletter PleinAir Today, will be present at the auction to judge works and select awards. Wine reception begins at 4 p.m., with live auction of wet canvases starting at 5 p.m.

Martin Puryear, ‘Question,’ 2010-2014, tulip poplar, pine and ash, 90 x 109 1⁄4 x 34 1⁄2 in. On display at Olana during ‘River Crossings’ exhibition. © Martin Puryear. Photograph courtesy Matthew Marks Gallery

Kenneth Armstead: Artists on Art River Crossings Exhibition Tours

Olana Visitor’s Center, 7720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, July 4, 11 a.m.-noon: The Olana Partnership announces special artist-led tours to illuminate the exhibition River Crossings: Contemporary Art Comes Home. Artists on Art Tours are offered at Olana every Saturday through November 1, 2015. This special tour of Olana is led by contemporary artist guides who live and work in the Hudson Valley region. Each will focus on specific rooms, landscapes, art, and objects of their choosing, making this very different from a traditional house tour. Participants could attend all ten artists’ tours and never have the same experience twice. Artists offer a unique lens with which to “read” an artist’s home & landscape; join us as they share concepts and connections that inspire them. This tour is an educational program of TOP and artists are accompanied by a museum educator. Kenseth Armstead is a multimedia installation artist. His works have been exhibited at the Whitney Museum of American Art; the Brooklyn Museum; The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum; the Studio Museum in Harlem; the Berlin VideoFest; and the MIT List Visual Arts Center. His videos, drawings and sculptures are included in the collections of the Centre Pompidou, African American Museum in Dallas, Texas and numerous public and private collections. Tickets: $18; $12 students/seniors Info: 518.828.0135; http://www.olana.org Tickets for the reception include refreshments, exhibition viewing and auction paddle. Walkins welcome. Tickets: $10 Info: 518.828.0135; http://www.olana.org

Oﬀ The Page

Basilica Hudson, 110 South Front St., Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, July 11, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.: Random House’s Oﬀ The Page is a unique event that brings books to life for a day of inspiration and fun. Participants receive a complimentary Random House tote bag ﬁlled with summer reads, goodies and gifts. The day begins with a talk by bestselling author and legendary food critic Ruth Reichl. Attend a variety of bookinspired sessions and interactive workshops on book clubs, cooking, travel, and living your

best life. Gretchen Rubin – the author of the blockbuster bestseller The Happiness Project – will end the day with an energizing conversation about habits and happiness, before guests adjourn for a delicious wine tasting featuring Hudson Valley favorites. Tickets: $100 Info: http://www.randomhousebooks.com/ event/oﬀ-the-page

Hudson-Athens Lighthouse Journey

Hudson Athens Lighthouse, leaves from Hudson Riverfront, Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, July 11, 10 a.m.: Environmental educator Fran Martino joins Captain Guy Falkenheimer and the friends of the HudsonAthens Lighthouse to take participants on a journey to discover what it was like to live in a llighthouse! Space is limited, registration continued on page 9 g

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required; one adult chaperone per family also required. Tickets: $8; ages 3-18, free Info: 518.822.1438; http://hudsonoperahouse.org

Hudson-Athens Lighthouse Tour

Hudson Athens Lighthouse, leaves from Henry Hudson Riverfront Park, Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, July 11, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on the hour: Once on board the “Little Spirit” you’ll enjoy a short ride to the Lighthouse where you will get the chance to take a tour inside by Emily Brunner, a woman who actually lived in the lighhouse in the 1930’s and 1940’s. She will tell stories about her life at the Lighthouse and her father who was the light-keeper. Info: 888.764.1844; http://www.hudsoncruises.com

Animation Mania: Filmmaking Workshop

Hudson Area Library, 400 State St., Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, July 18, 1-5 p.m.: Youth ages 7-12 will learn the entire process of filmmaking beginning with cinematography and then scripting, filming, and editing their own narrative short films. Tickets: Free, registration required Info: 845.485.4480; http://sparkmediaproject.org/programs/ workshops

National Theatre of London Live Simulcast: Everyman

Time and Space Limited, 434 Columbia St., Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, July 18, 1 p.m.: BAFTA winner and Academy Award® nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years a Slave) takes the title role in this dynamic new production of one of English drama’s oldest plays. Everyman is successful, popular and riding high when Death comes calling. He is forced to abandon the life he has built and embark on a last, frantic search to recruit a friend, anyone, to speak in his defence. But Death is close behind, and time is running out.

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Tickets: $22; $12 children under 12 Info: http://timeandspace.org

Build Your Own Terrarium

Olana, 7720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, July 18, 3-5 p.m.: A terrarium is a type of miniature ecosystem of plants; they are often kept as ornamental decoration, like an aquarium. We will provide all the materials and work on the ﬂoor, with dirt, rocks, and plants. For ages 3-6. Please pre-register by July 16. Tickets: $15/child; $10 members (accompanying adults free) Info: 518.828.0135; http://www.olana.org

Say Cheese! Cottage Cheese

Hudson Area Library, 400 State St., Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, July 18, 5:30-7 p.m.: This evening’s guest will be Renate Nollin, owner of Dutch Girl Cheese, where she produces authentic small batch cheeses from raw cow, goat and sheep’s milk. Tickets: $20 Info: 518.828.1792; http://hudsonarealibrary.org

Silly Billy

Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, July 25, 11 a.m.: Silly Billy combines magic with oodles of comedy. Named Best Children’s Entertainer in New York, Silly Billy is a “zany magician who lives up to his name.” (The New York Times) Tickets: Free! all ages. Info: 518.822.1438; http://hudsonoperahouse.org

Mycology Walk: Identifying Local Edibles

Olana, 7720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Sunday, July 26, session one, 2 p.m.; session two, 3:30 p.m.: The Mid-Hudson Mycological Association will introduce participants to foraging and the ecology of forest mushrooms. Long pants and sturdy walking shoes required. Harvesting is prohibited. Tickets: $10/person; $5 members (adults only) Info: 518.828.0135; http://www.olana.org

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Youth Program Shelly Ley Music: Nature Sings

Time and Space Limited, 434 Columbia St., Hudson, NY 12534 Mon.-Fri., July 27-31: Every morning the children learn singing games, simple songs, and story songs with nature themes. Field trips to local parks include scientiﬁc information about local plants and animals. Each day the children also create a nature-related art project. The last day includes a time to share the art and songs from the week with family and friends. Registration required. Suggested donation $125 Info: 518.822.8448; Shelly.ley@gmail.com

Mini Movies: Spark Media Moviemaking & Animation

Hudson Area Library, 400 State St., Hudson, NY 12534 Wednesdays, July 29-Aug. 19, 4-6 p.m.: In this workshop, youth will learn the entire process of ﬁlmmaking including scripting, cinematography, and editing their own narrative short ﬁlms. for ages 13-18. Registration required. Info: 845.485.4480; http://sparkmediaproject.org/programs/ workshops

Everybody Drum! Everybody Dance!

Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, August 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.: A onetime summer workshop in collaboration with Operation Unite. Bring a drum or share one of Kuumba’s. Tickets: $5; 12-18, free Info: 518.822.1438; http://hudsonoperahouse.org

Book Signing + Beer Tasting Fundraiser The Spotty Dog Books & Ale, 440 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Thursday, August 6, 6 p.m.: Join Craig Gravinas, author of Upper Hudson Valley Beer, and Neil Evans, owner of Evans Brewing at the Albany Pump Station, for a discussion of the history of brewing and local beer. And how can you have a discussion without tasting the beers in question? Enjoy a tasting ﬂight of 3

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local beers, plus choose a full pint of the one you most enjoy. Tickets: $15, proceeds beneﬁt Hudson Area Library Info: 518.671.6006; http://www.thespottydog.com

FOODshed: Art and Agriculture in Action

CR10, 283 County Route 10, Linlithgo, NY 12526 August 8-September 5: An exhibition of upstate/downstate NY artists who work with food and agriculture. Featuring work by Joan Bankemper/Black Meadow Barn; Dan Devine; EcoArtTech, Leila Nadir & Cary Peppermint; Joy Garnett; Habitat for Artists Collective, Simon Draper, Michael Asbill, Carmem Acuna, Jessica Poser; Natalie Jeremijenko; Leonore Malen; Kristyna & Marek Milde; Peter Nadin (Old Field Farm); Andrea Reynosa; Jenna Spevack; Susan Leibovitz Steinman & Mona Talbot; Elaine Tin Nyo; Tattfoo Tan; Linda Weintraub. Opening Reception: Saturday, August 8, 4-6 p.m. Info: http://www.cr10.org

Jazz at the Hudson Opera House

327 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Sunday, August 9, 3:30 p.m.: Grammynominated trumpeter Claudio Roditi joins Hudson Jazzworks co-founders pianist Armen Donelian and saxophonist Marc Mommaas as a special guest to perform with an international gathering of jazz workshop participants for the 9th Annual Hudson Jazz Workshop Performance. Tickets: $10; $8 members; students, free; pre-concert talk, free and open to the public Info: 518.822.1438; http://hudsonoperahouse.org

Hudson River Journey

Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Wednesday, August 12, 10 a.m.-noon: Explore the Hudson River with the River Haggie and Captain Stan to learn about river history, navigation and discover what creatures make the river their home. Led by environmental educator Fran Martino. Space is limited, registration required. Tickets: $8; free kids 6-18 Info: 518.822.1438; http://hudsonoperahouse.org

Hook, Line & Sinker: Fishing the Hudson River

Henry Hudson Riverfront Park, Hudson, NY 12534 Wednesday, August 12, 1 p.m.: Arm-of-thesea Theater presents Hook, Line & Sinker, a family-friendly and visually-charged Hudson River drama on the Hudson riverfront. The performance celebrates the timeless art of angling while oﬀering the low-down on eating ﬁsh from the Hudson. Tickets: $10; $8 members; students, free; pre-concert talk, free and open to the public Info: 518.822.1438; http://hudsonoperahouse.org

Scene from last year’s Plein Air Paint-out. Photograph by Dan Region.

Creating Landscapes within the Landscape: Fourth Annual Plein Air Paint-out & Festival

Olana, 7720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Thur.-Sat., July 9-11: The fourth annual plein air festival includes a paint-out, “meet the artists” reception, exhibition, award ceremony and live auction. Visitors may walk the property including more than ﬁve miles of historic carriage drives, and converse with artists as they capture the numerous spectacular vistas at Olana. Participating artists, selected through jury, will paint on location throughout the 250-acre artist-designed landscape during this event. The festival culminates on Saturday, July 11 with an afternoon cocktail reception and exhibition at 4 p.m., and live auction of wet canvases at 5 p.m. Info: 518.828.0135; http://www.olana.org

Seano’s Circus Spectacular!

Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, August 15, 10 a.m.: Explore the world of circus with Seano, the teaching clown. Sean Fagan wears many hats as the artistic director of Circus Theatricks, introducing young people of all ages to circus, theatre, and the visual arts. You’ll laugh, learn, and fall in love with the circus.Tickets: Free! Info: 518.822.1438; http://hudsonoperahouse.org

FarmOn! Hudson Riverfest Beneﬁt Concert

Hudson Riverfront Park, Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, August 29, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.: Enjoy live music, locally-produced food and libations, vendors, activities and more at this interactive day of music and exciting family and foodie events. Tickets: $25; $10 kids, advance; $40|$20 after 7/31 Information: http://farmonfoundation.org

10th Annual Festival of Books

Spencertown Academy, 790 Route 203, Spencertown, NY 12165 Fri.-Mon., Sept. 4-7: Spencertown Academy Arts Center’s Festival of Books, the annual extravaganza of all things literary, features a giant used book sale, two days of readings and book

signings by nationally known and local authors, and a children’s program. Admission is free to all of the events, save for the early book-buying opportunities. Information: 518.392.3693; http://spencertownacademy.org

175th Columbia County Fair

Columbia County Fairgrounds, Route 66, Chatham, NY 12037 Wed., Sept. 2-Mon., Sept. 7: One of Columbia County’s signature late summer events, the Columbia County Fair features live entertainment, livestock exhibitions and competitions, an extensive midway, fair food, magic shows, pig racing and so much more! This year’s featured Main Stage musical act is country music artist Rodney Atkins. Info: http://www.columbiafair.com

Basilica Soundscape

Basilica Hudson, 110 South Front St., Hudson, NY 12534 September 11 & 12, noon-midnight: Weekend of music and art. Tickets: tba Info: http://basilicahudson.com

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Yulia and Jean Yves Bougouin at their new Warren Street location in Hudson. Photo by Brian PJ Cronin.

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Patisserie Lenox brings a slice of Paris to Hudson

by Brian PJ Cronin here are many reasons why one might want to devote their lives to being a baker: The satisfaction of creating something intricate with your hands, the joy of feeding hungry people, the smell of a perfectly baked plum tart as it slides out of the oven. But Jean Yves Bougouin’s reasons were much more pedestrian. “I needed food and a place to sleep!” he says with a hearty laugh. When Jean was 15, Paris was still the kind of place where a kid could come to the big city; sign on as an apprentice at a restaurant, bakery, butcher’s shop or fishmonger’s, and be given free room and board in exchange for years of unglamorous grunt work and the eventual chance to learn the trade from the masters themselves. He chose baking because the schedule was a good fit for his lifestyle. “I was finished by 12 o’clock in the afternoon,” he said. “I could go out, pick up

some nice girl, go out until I had to go back to work at two in the morning. It wasn’t like a calling.” He thinks a moment, and then adds: “But I got into it.” Jean may downplay the seriousness of how he came to baking – actually, spend a few minutes talking to him and it soon becomes clear that he enjoys downplaying the seriousness of everything – but the career choice proved to be a good one. No matter where you are in the world, there is always a demand for classically trained French pastry chefs. His baking took him across Europe, then across the Atlantic to Canada (“Too cold!”), then down to New York City and then, many years later, to the town of Lenox, Massachusetts, where Jean and his wife Yulia were having dinner one night in 2011. They had begun weekending in the Berkshires and didn’t know much about the area. But they saw an empty storefront, which led to an idea, which led to several more ideas.

Now, Hudson Valley residents who want to get their fix of Jean’s brioches and macaroons will be able to do so without crossing state lines. “I thought we’d just do wedding cakes, and display one in the window,” said Jean. “It wasn’t going to be a retail shop. And then I thought, ‘Well, as long as we have the space, we might as well do a few pastries.’” The idea of having “a few pastries” snowballed into the idea of a full blown Russian tea room – a nod to Yulia’s heritage. “But then we found out that in the Berkshires, nobody drinks tea,” said Yulia. “It’s all about coﬀee. We had NO knowledge of how to make espresso or cappuccinos.”

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“He still uses the same recipes he learned when he was 15. It’s very basic. No shortening, no preservatives, nothing from concentrate. Just European butter...milk, eggs, flour, fresh fruit, dark chocolate, nuts.”

For the Bougouins, Hudson was a natural fit for the new location. It has a dense population base, residents and tourists who would appreciate a traditional French bakery, and a lack of direct competition.

Examples of Patisserie Lenox’s ﬁne french pastries. Photos submitted.

“We had to drink a lot of coffee for research,” recalls Jean. “The very first thing I had to do on the very first day for our very first customers was pull two cappuccinos, while wearing our eight month old baby,” Yulia said. “I was so so nervous! But they turned out pretty good. And now people tell us we make the best cappuccinos in the Berkshires.” From those first two cappuccinos, Patisserie Lenox was an instant hit. But the success was a bit overwhelming. Since the space was too small for ovens, Jean was doing most of the baking off-site, leaving Yulia and the baby to handle the crowds.

“We were not ready to be so busy, so fast,” said Yulia. “We hired our ﬁrst employee four days after we opened. She walked in and said ‘Are you hiring?’ And I said ‘We are now! Come on in!’” “None of this was planned!” says Jean, incredulously. “We didn’t even know Lenox very well. We just went out to eat there one night and saw that empty storefront. We didn’t even know about Tanglewood, and how busy it gets in the summertime.” Sure enough, summer came to the Berkshires and with it came the maddening crowds of culture seekers. And they were hungry. Once again, Patisserie Lenox changed its business model as the couple began oﬀering soups and sandwiches to the ravenous mobs. The lack of a kitchen proved to be somewhat problematic until Jean, who is as handy with a bandsaw as he is with a stand mixer, built one himself. When the couple opened a second Patisserie Lenox two years later in Great Barrington, they took advantage of what

they had learned the first time around. The new location featured an on site bakery, kitchen, and a fully trained staff in place from day one. And like their flagship store in Lenox, it was embraced by the community immediately. “We’ve been in business for four and a half years and we’ve never had to advertise,” said Yulia. “The best way to advertise is to just keep your quality up and people will keep coming back.” Now, Hudson Valley residents who want to get their fix of Jean’s brioches and macaroons will be able to do so without crossing state lines. As of press time, the couple was putting the finishing touches on a third branch of Patisserie Lenox at 504 Warren Street in Hudson and were aiming for a late June opening. For the Bougouins, Hudson was a natural fit for the new location. It has a dense population base, residents and tourists who would appreciate a traditional French bakery, and a lack of direct competition. “You’ve got some great bakeries here but they’re mostly making bread, no one’s really doing traditional French pastries,” said Jean. And it’s Jean’s strict adherence to traditional French baking techniques that has proven to be the secret to Patisserie Lenox’s continued success. “There’s been a lot of new trends in baking and cooking these past few years,” said Yulia. “He doesn’t follow them. He still uses the same recipes he learned when he was 15. It’s very basic. No shortening, no preservatives, nothing from concentrate. Just European butter with 83% butterfat, milk, eggs, flour, fresh fruit, dark chocolate, nuts. Pretty much everything is made from that.” “I’ve been doing this for 45 years,” said Jean with a characteristic grin. “So I’m not going to change what I’m doing now.” 

Brian PJ Cronin is a freelance writer in Beacon, NY. You can ﬁnd him online at brianpjcronin.com and on Twitter as @brianpjcronin.

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Louis Otey as Pascoe in Ethel Smyth’s opera ‘The Wreckers’ at Bard SummerScape July 24-August 2. Photo by Todd Norwood.

Moon Over Buffalo

Theater Barn, 654 Route 20, New Lebanon, NY 12125 Through July 12; Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 4 p.m & 8 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m.: In the tradition of “Lend me a Tenor”, the hilarious “Moon Over Buﬀalo” centers on George and Charlotte, fading stars of the 1950’s. They hear they might have one last shot at stardom: Frank Capra is coming to their matinee. Unfortunately, everything that could go wrong does go wrong. Tickets: $25; $23 Sunday matinee Information: 518.794.8989; http://www.thetheaterbarn.org

Seussical, the Musical

Center for Performing Arts, Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Through July 12; Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 7/11 only, & Sun., 3 p.m.: Tony winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty have brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, Lazy Mayzie, and a little boy with a big imagination--Jojo. Tickets: $24|$22; special family ticket (two adults, one child), $45; two senior tickets:, $30 Information: 845.876.3080; http://www.centerforperformingarts.org

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma!

Richard B. Fisher Center for Performing Arts at Bard College, LUMA Theater, Annandale-onHudson, NY 12504 July 1-19, see website for times: Bard SummerScape presents Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma!” More than seven decades after its wartime premiere, director Daniel Fish (Rocket to the Moon, SummerScape 2005) invites us to experience Oklahoma! in an entirely new way—a revelatory chamber production where actors and audience come together as one community, sharing food, music, and song. Tickets: $45; $36 seniors and students Information: 845.758.7900; http://ﬁshercenter.bard.edu

The Unbuilt City

Vassar College, Powerhouse Theater, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 July 1-12, see website for days & times: On a cold afternoon in February, Jonah knocks on the door of a townhouse in Brooklyn Heights. He’s come to persuade Claudia to sell her famously secret art collection to a university archive. Instead she turns the tables and reveals to him a series of mysteries about the nature

of love, legacy and the untold history of the city. Keith Bunin (The Busy World is Hushed, The Credeaux Canvas, Sam Bendrix...) returns to Powerhouse with this world premiere directed by Tony Award nominee Sean Mathias (Indiscretions, Waiting for Godot/No Man’s Land). Tickets: $40 Information: 845.437.5907; http://powerhouse.vassar.edu

Hairspray

MacHaydn Theatre, 1925 Route 203, Chatham, NY 12037 July 2-5, 8-12 & 15-19, see website for schedule: The Turnblads are back! This laughﬁlled musical says, “Welcome to the ‘60s!” where lessons are learned, changes are made, and kids just want to dance and romance. Tickets: $31-$34; $14, children under 12 Info: 518.393.9393; http://machaydntheatre.org

Alan Cumming: I Bought a Blue Car Today

Richard B. Fisher Center for Performing Arts at Bard College, Spiegeltent, Annandale-onHudson, NY 12504 Friday, July 3, 6 p.m.: Bard SummerScape kicks oﬀ the Spiegeltent season with the beloved,

Page 13 ferocious, Tony Award-winning star of stage and screen Alan Cumming (Cabaret, The Good Wife, X-Men). Cumming will share an evening of story and song chronicling the Scottish actor’s decision to become an American. Featuring a slew of iconic songs led by his Emmy Awardwinning music director Lance Horn and Eleanor Norton on cello. Tickets: $60-$90 Information: 845.758.7900; http://ﬁshercenter.bard.edu

Hudson Air Radio Theater Variety Fridays

ps21, 2980 Route 66, Chatham, NY 12037 Fri., July 3, 8 p.m.; Sun., July 5, 2 p.m.: Lora Lee Ecobelli, Andrew Joﬀe, Lincoln Mayorga, Byron Nilsson, James Occhino, Nancy Rothman perform classic and contemporary radio theater live on stage. Tickets: $20; $10 students Information: 800.838.3006; http://www.ps21chatham.org

Extreme Ballet Session I Showcase

Kaatsbaan International Dance Center, 120 Broadway, Tivoli, NY 12583 Saturday, July 4, noon: On the last Saturday of each Extreme Ballet session, families of the students, and the public, are invited to a Showcase Performance in which dancers present the repertory pieces they have learned and developed during the session. Session II showcase, 7/25.Tickets: Free Info: 845.757.5106; http://www.kaatsbaan.org

Everything by my side

Columbia-Greene Media brink of a delicious disaster! Tickets: $25-$65 Information: 845.758.7900; http://ﬁshercenter.bard.edu

Powerhouse Inside Look: The Last Match

Vassar College, Susan Stein Shiva Theater, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 Fri. & Sat., July 17 & 18, 8 p.m.; Sun., July 19, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.: The semiﬁnals of the U.S. Open are underway. Sergei Sergeyev, an upand-coming Russian phenom, and Tim Porter, a great American superstar in the twilight of his career, do battle under the lights on center court. As the intense, back-and-forth action unfolds, Anna Ziegler (Photograph 51, BFF) and Gaye Taylor Upchurch (Bethany, Simon Stephens’ Bluebird) take us inside the minds of these two extraordinary players to contemplate athleticism, masculinity and marriage. Tickets: $30Information: 845.437.5907; http://powerhouse.vassar.edu

Rip! The Musical

Center for Performing Arts, Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 July 17-19; Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 3 p.m.: A man took a nap and overslept... for 20 years. Mistakes happen. A love song to the Hudson Valley, Michael Berkeley and Ray Roderick’s Rip! The Musical celebrates family, home, and what’s best about life. Tickets: $27|$25 Information: 845.876.3080; http://www.centerforperformingarts.org

Richard B. Fisher Center for Performing Arts at Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504 Thurs., July 9, 5 p.m.; Fri., July 10, 2 p.m. & 5 p.m.; Sat., July 11, noon & 5 p.m.; Sun., July 12, noon & 5 p.m.: Seven actresses in seven white beds whisper vivid childhood memories to individual audience members among the midsummer trees. Seen and praised in cities around the world, this dreamlike installation and performance is the creation of celebrated contemporary Argentinean artist Fernando Rubio. Individual performances for seven audience members at a time begin every 15 minutes. Part of Bard SummerScape. Tickets: $5 Information: 845.758.7900; http://ﬁshercenter.bard.edu

National Dance Institute: The Roots of American Dance

The Wau Wau Sisters

Vassar College, Powerhouse Theater, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 July 23-August 2, see website for days & times: The award-winning play-making company The Debate Society (Jacuzzi, Blood Play, Buddy Cop 2) crafts a haunted love story spanning 40 years. Set at the Chicago World’s Fairs of 1893 and 1933, The Light Years revolves around Steele MacKaye, a forgotten theatrical impresario commissioned to design and build the Spectatorium, a 12,000 seat theater at the 1893 fair. His audacious vision – and its life-changing

Richard B. Fisher Center for Performing Arts at Bard College, Spiegeltent, Annandale-onHudson, NY 12504 Friday, July 10, 6 p.m.: New York City’s bravest and bawdiest burlesque duo returns to the Spiegeltent to seduce and scandalize with their kamikaze costuming and cantankerous comic timing. Straddling the hilarious gap between seduction and slapstick, The Wau Wau Sisters— anarchic, astute and adorable—careen through a show full of surprises, always teetering on the

Orpheum Film & Performing Arts Ctr, 6050 Main St., Village of Tannersville, NY 12485 Saturday, July 18, 7 p.m.: Over the course of two weeks in July, local children from the Mountain Top region of Greene County, ages 9-13, will have an opportunity to experience dance as part of the 7th annual Mountain Top Summer Residency program led by the National Dance Institute. As a grand ﬁnale for this program, the students will perform in a delightful, fully-staged production accompanied by the NDI Celebration Team of young dancers from New York City. Tickets: $10 Info: 518.263.2001; http://www.catskillmtn.org

The Light Years

consequences – paint a spectacularly vivid world of forgotten futures and the indomitable spirit of invention. Tickets: $40 Information: 845.437.5907; http://powerhouse.vassar.edu

West Side Story

MacHaydn Theatre, 1925 Route 203, Chatham, NY 12037 July 23-26, 29-Aug. 2, see website for schedule: Jets, Sharks and their girls face oﬀ in gang rivalry and come face to face with love in this popular classic. Hit-ﬁlled Leonard Bernstein score includes Tonight, Somewhere, Maria, One Hand, One Heart. Tickets: $31-$34; $14, children under 12 Info: 518.393.9393; http://machaydntheatre.org

Singin’ in the Rain

Center for Performing Arts, Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 July 24-Aug. 16; Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 3 p.m.: Faithfully adapted for the stage from “The Greatest Movie Musical of All Time” by Broadway legends Betty Comden and Adolph Green from their original screenplay, Singin’ In The Rain is ﬁlled with hilarious situations, snappy dialogue, and a hit-parade of unforgettable songs. Tickets: $27|$25 Information: 845.876.3080; http://www.centerforperformingarts.org

The Wreckers

Richard B. Fisher Center for Performing Arts at Bard College, Sosnoﬀ Theater, Annandale-onHudson, NY 12504 Fri., July 24, 7:30 p.m.; Sun., July 26, 2 p.m.; Wed., July 29, 2 p.m.; Fri., July 31, 7:30 p.m.; Sun., Aug. 2, 2 p.m.: Bard SummerScape presents Ethel Smyth’s The Wreckers. Based in historical fact: in small, desperately poor villages on Britain’s Cornish coast, bands of villagers formed secret cadres that at critical moments would extinguish the beacons established on the coast to guide ships, thus forcing them onto the rocks and then plundering the cargo and murdering the crews. The story Smyth chose to set presents a tale that should be of intense interest to contemporary audiences. It concerns an isolated community in Cornwall that possesses a religiously based, fanatical self-regard that leads it to justify theft and murder as God-given rights and virtues. Led by the community’s own pastor who invokes Christianity, violence becomes the instrument of realizing God’s will. The opera depicts the consequences of mass hysteria and populist justice, framed by a powerful display of orchestral writing, memorable motivic recurrence, and a brilliant use of chorus. Featuring the American Symphony Orchestra conducted by Leon Botstein. Tickets: start at $25 Information: 845.758.7900; http://ﬁshercenter.bard.edu

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EL ANATSUI

The School Marks One-Year Anniversary with 50-Year Retrospective story and photos by Jen Kiaba onumental tapestry-like sculptures by El Anatsui undulate, glow and shimmer on the walls of The School, Jack Shainman’s gallery in Kinderhook, NY this summer. The exhibition El Anatsui: Five Decades, is not only a 50-year retrospective of the respected African artist El Anatsui, but also marks the venue’s one year anniversary. Coming off of Anatsui’s win of the Venice Biennale’s most prestigious Golden Lion award, the show displays more than 40 works from the artist’s impressive career. El Anatsui was born in Anyako, Ghana in 1944 and continues to work in both Ghana and Nigeria. He has often been identified with the “Nsukka group,” a group of artists associated with The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in the 1970’s who have striven to revive the struggling practice of the Igbo people and their traditional designs. Within Anatsui’s work, and throughout the retrospective, the idea of struggle between the traditional and the modern is acutely felt. In The School’s retrospective, Anatsui’s clay works from the 1970’s, created after he began as a professor of art at the University of Nsukka in Nigeria, are displayed alongside compositions in painting, wood, as well as the monumental metal tapestries for which he is best known. At first glance one might suspect that these large, shimmering metal sculptures are fashioned out of costly materials; they appear as magnificently intricate, West African textiles. Yet on closer inspection, one realizes they are instead swaths of liquor bottle caps, tops of milk tins or metal foils “sewn” together by copper wire that would otherwise be discarded. The trash and treasure disparity is particularly poignant to consider in Anatsui’s work, especially when one is dwarfed by pieces such as “Adinkra Sasa” (2003). The title makes reference to adinkra, a cloth made by the Akan people of Ghana that is dyed and stamped with designs. The large stripes of

At first glance one might suspect that these large, shimmering metal sculptures are fashioned out of costly materials...Yet on closer inspection, one realizes they are instead swaths of liquor bottle caps, tops of milk tins or metal foils ‘sewn’ together by copper wire... black within the sculpture reference an adinkra used for mourning, as those are typically dyed dark brown, dark red or black. The term sasa can be interpreted as “patchwork,” and Anatsui uses this piece to mourn the patchwork that was made in the carving up of Africa by European colonial powers. This post-colonial theme runs throughout much of Anatsui’s work, and seeing the tenor of his artistic voice carried throughout the decades in his work is particularly moving and illuminating. Anatsui is most known for his sculptures that are mutable in form, and created so that they can be shaped in any way and altered in appearance for each installation. Each link within the complex tapestries becomes akin to a manifestation of the connections between the overexploitation of colonialism and the resulting post-colonial poverty and tension. Layered within that, one can also see a stark contrasting of consumerist opulence with indigenous traditions. The School itself becomes an interesting stage for Anatsui’s work. The Colonial Revival building from the 1920’s is brimming with poetic spaces to view art, as well as traditional bare gallery-style walls. The 5000square-foot main exhibition space exists in what was once a gymnasium, and boasts the soaring ceilings that allow Anatsui’s work to be showcased to their fullest.

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As one walks through the gallery spaces, one is taken on a journey through Anatsui’s fivedecade practice.

Opposite page: The main gallery in The School houses the larger-than-life found aluminum & copper wire pieces by El Anatsui.; above L:“Lady in Frenzy” takes on almost a life of its own, sans pedastle, in another unﬁnished space; above R: “Adinkra Sasa” is one of the many pieces that require a space like The School in order to be shown properly; bottom R: the exterior of The School.

Former classrooms within the space have been stripped and transformed into contemporary gallery spaces; however interspersed within The School are spaces that are still under renovation. Instead of cordoning off those spaces, they are also used to display Anatsui’s work. The disparity between the gleaming white space of the finished gallery and the raw, unfinished space of the old girls’ bathroom, for example, is vast. Flecks of gray and pink paint remain over walls of crumbling cement and plaster. The nook is lit by a single window, and hanging on one entire wall is a new Anatsui piece made of old newspaper printing plates entitled “Metas I” (2014). On the opposite end of the same floor, the former boys’ bathroom exists in a similar state of disrepair. The room houses a single tall sculpture fabricated out of found metal and wood entitled “Lady In Frenzy” (1999). Installed within the room without a pedestal, the figure seems become more than just an object of art. She becomes a fully expressed and personified being that is frozen within a frenetic moment. The choice to display works in such rooms mean that the rooms themselves become a poetic extension of the works and part of the experience of the piece. In that sense, the building becomes significant both in how the curatorial decisions were made to install the work, and to the viewer’s experience of the artwork. Anatsui offers very little installation instruction, leaving it up to the discretion of the curator as to how to best shape a piece. Oftentimes reference photos will be used in the installation process; however by the very nature of the work, it is never hung twice in the same way. Because the work is forever mutable and always changing, the curators become co-collaborators in how the work will be experienced. One of the strengths of this retrospective is that, along with the newer works, it also includes many early pieces, and some rarely seen pieces from the artist’s collection. Seeing clay and wood works from as far back as 30 years ago, adds a depth of understanding to the evolution of Anatsui’s work, and the themes that run throughout it. As one walks through the gallery spaces, one is taken on a journey through Anatsui’s five-decade practice.

If one enters the show and turns to the left, the first works they will come across are from the “Broken Pots” series from 1977. These are reconfigured ceramic vessels that would never be used from a functional perspective, and thus subverting the traditional interpretation of such a vessel. Down the stairs are pieces from the ‘80s and ‘90s, when Anatsui turned to wood, making figurative works like “Group Photo”, 1987 in which a group of ten expressive wooden figures have been nestled into crannies in the gallery’s stark white wall. The work explores the ideas of individuality within a group, the individual’s relationship to the whole, and the rhythm of repetition found within. These themes also run through Anatsui’s most recent work, where each piece of metal has an individual role to play within the larger tapestry. Many of the metal pieces have remnants of the liquor brands and slogans woven into the larger whole. Repeated over and over again, their meaning can either be lost, or become overwhelmingly poignant, depending on the viewer’s interpretation. It is a marriage of rhythm, repetition, and evolution that informs Anatsui’s work, and rarely does one get the opportunity to see the development of an artist’s voice over such a period of time in a single show. But at The School, Anatsui’s artistic development is on full display: from that rhythmic exploration of his wooden figures in the 1980’s, to the monumental tapestries made of multi-colored found metal in the 2000’s, to the muted but still gorgeous drapings of silver-grey printing plates of his recent work. El Anatsui: Five Decades at Jack Shainman’s The School (25 Broad Street, Kinderhook, NY) continues until September 26. The School is open on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information contact the gallery at info@jackshainman.com.

 Jen Kiaba is a photographer and writer based in Rhinebeck, NY. Her photography has been published internationally in magazines and on book covers. To see more of her work, visit http://www.jenkiabaphotography.com

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Albert Shahinian Fine Art

4:17 from ‘Swamp Spaces’, photographs by Ruth Wetzel at Davis Orton Gallery in Hudson through July 26.

Rebecca Strauss. Information: 845.471.2550; http://www.barrettartcenter.org

22 East Market St., 3rd Floor, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Through July 12: “Yale Epstein Solo Exhibition” featuring new geometric assemblages, recent architectural photographs and early serigraphs (ﬁrst public showing). Hours: Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon5 p.m. and by appt. or chance. Info: 845.876.7578; info@shahinianﬁneart.com

Barrett Art Center

American Gifts Gallery & Showroom

Beacon Institute for Rivers and Estuaries Gallery

62 E. Market St., Red Hook, NY 12571 Through July 15: “Plein-air Paintings by Barbara Masterson.” An award-winning Hudson Valley artist, Masterson is an accomplished and traveled plein-air painter, specializing in emotionally charged landscape paintings created exclusively with oil bars, without the use of a brush. Through July 15: “Nature-Inspired Quilted Wall Hangings by Suzanne Neusner.” Hours: Wed.-Sun., visit website for times. Information: 845.758.1653; http://www.AmericanGiftsHV.com

Babycakes Café

1 Collegeview Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 Through July 26: “Burn Quilts,” works by

55 Noxon St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Through August 8: “Photowork ‘15: National Juried Photography Exhibition.” Juried by Katherine Ware, Curator of Photography at the New Mexico Museum of Art, Santa Fe. Hours: Wed.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. & Sat. by appt. Information: 845.471.2550; http://www.barrettartcenter.org

199 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508 Through October 4: “Following Rivers,” No Water No Life.” Founding Director Alison M. Jones combines the power of photography and science, connecting critical water issues to images captured in 22 expeditions to river basins in North America and Africa. Compelling groupings of giclee photographs with informational captioning will illustrate that what we do in our communities impacts the availability, quality and usage impacts of our fresh water resources. Hours: Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri., 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (2nd Sat. until 8 p.m.) Info: 845.765.2721; http://www.bire.org/events

Cooper-Finn Gallery

24 Front St., Millbrook, NY 12545 Through July 11: “Spring Plein-Air PaintOut” exhibition. On May 23, the gallery hosted a plein-air Paint Out in and around the Village of Millbrook. This exhibition features other work by the artists that participated in the event. Hours: Fri. & Sat., 1-4, or by chance + appt. Information: 845.876.2488; cooperﬁnngallery@gmail.com

Dia:Beacon

Riggio Galleries, 3 Beekman Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Through June, 2017: Robert Irwin’s “Excursus: Homage to the Square3.” This marks the return of the work to public view, approximately 15 years after its premiere at Dia Center for the Arts in NYC. Permanent Collection: In addition to the permanent collection, Dia Art Foundation is currently exhibiting: Ongoing: “24 Farben – fur Blinky (24 Colors – for Blinky), 1977,” Imi Knoebel’s cycle of 21 shaped paintings. Admission: $12; $10 seniors; $8 students; children under 12 free Hours: Thurs.-Mon., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Info: 845.440.0100; http://diaart.org/sites/ main/beacon

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Equis Art Gallery

7516 N. Broadway, Red Hook, NY 12571 July 15-August 23: Two person exhibition of the work of gallery represented artists Patricia Powers and Kathi Peters. Patricia Powers is a Hudson, NY based artist, known for her powerful paintings of horses in oil on canvas. Kathi Peters from Maine, is a master of the medium of casein as well as oil, watercolor and papercut. Their imagery presents horses of many breeds, disciplines and settings. The works of both artists will captivate the horse lover and art lover alike. Hours: Wed. & Thurs., 11 a.m.5 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 845.901.4074; http://www.equisart.com

Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center

College Center, Main Building, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 Through September 6: “Punctuating Space: The Prints and Multiples of Richard Artschwager.” Hours: Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.5 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 1-5 p.m. Info: 845.437.7745; http://ﬂlac.vassar.edu

Hudson Beach Glass

162 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508 Through July 5: “Gitmo at Home, Gitmo at Play,” photographs by Debi Cornwall. This exhibit offers a new look at America’s offshore prison paradise, exploring daily life in a place where nobody chooses to live. The commodification of American military power is also depicted by way of the Guantanamo gift shop. Hours: Daily, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Information: 845.440.0068; http://www.hudsonbeachglass.com

Matteawan Gallery

464 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508 Through July 5: “Strange Geometries,” an exhibition of recent paintings, collages and sculpture by Greg Slick. Hours: Fri. & Sat., noon-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-4 p.m. Information: 845.440.7901; http://www.matteawan.com

Montgomery Row

2nd Floor, 6423 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Through July 31: “Faces,” an exhibition of colored pencil drawings and photographs by Carol and John Rizzo. Hours: Mon.-Sun., 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Information: 845.876.0543; http://www.montgomeryrow.com/art.html

The Moviehouse Studio Gallery

48 Main St., Millerton, NY 12546 Through July 9: “Speaking to Nature: The Sculpture of Henry Klimowicz.” July 11-October 8: “Diane Love: Explorations in Art,” a survey of the work of creative polymath, artist Diane Love. Each group of works in the

‘From My Garden,’ watercolor by Ellen Crimmins

Betsy Jacaruso Studio & Gallery

The Courtyard, 43 East Market St., Suite 2, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Through July 31: “Essence of the Valley,” featuring fresh botanicals and luminous landscapes by Betsy Jacaruso and the Cross River ﬁne artists. Hours: Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m., and by appt. or chance Information: 845.516.4435; www.betsyjacarusoartist.com exhibition has a thread that Diane feels represents the continuum in her aesthetic sensibility. And while the medium and subjects vary this through line is evident from her earliest canvases to her current photographic work. It is her belief that all artists have their own particular vocabulary of color, form and arrangement which are always evident. She will be giving gallery talks to explain the threads that connect her work [dates to be

announced]. Reception: Sat., July 11, 5-7 p.m. Hours: Mon.-Sun., 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Info: http://www.themoviehouse.net

Red Hook Community Arts Network

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Now,” a juried exhibition. Juror Sevan Melikyan is the Director of Wired Gallery in High Falls. Hours: Fri.-Sun., noon-4 p.m.; and by appt. or chance Info: 845.758.6575; http://www.rhcan.com

The Re Institute

1395 Boston Corners Rd., Millerton, NY 12546 Through August 1: The work of Judy Pfaﬀ and Gillian Jagger. Hours: Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. + by appt. Info: http://thereinstitute.com

Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts at Bard College Weis Atrium

60 Manor Ave., Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504 Through July 19: “Adrift,” photographs by Carolyn Marks Blackwood. Blackwood’s Hudson River photographs reframe segments of air, ice and water into vivid color fields, geometric abstractions and flattened motifs. These large-scale images are presented in the Frank Gehry-designed Fisher Center as part of the Bard SummerScape performing arts festival. Hours: Daily, noon-6 p.m. Info: 845.758.7980; http://www.fishercenter.bard.edu

RiverWinds Gallery

172 Main St., Beacon 12508 Through July 5: “Gotham Geometry,” photographs by Rafael Quirindongo. July 11-August 2: “The Bubble Makers,” new paintings by Dana Wigdor. Wigdor states, “Paint is a perfect medium for capturing the invisible forces that surround us – where color and light build a bridge between what is tangible and the elusive place ‘beyond’. This can be understood as outer space, as heaven, as after life, or more abstractly, as simply somewhere out there. What do you see when you look up?” Reception: Saturday, July 11, 5-8 p.m. Hours: Wed.-Mon., noon-6 p.m.; Second Saturday, noon-9 p.m. Info: 845.838.2880; http://riverwindsgallery.com

Tivoli Artists Gallery

60 Broadway, Tivoli, NY 12583 Through July 26: “Collaborations & Mixed Media,” curated by Alan Reich & Gilbert Rios. Hours: Fri., 5-9 p.m.; Sat., 1-9 p.m. Sun., 1-5 p.m. & by appt. Info: 845.757.2667; http://www.tivoliartistsgallery.com

Theo Ganz Studio

149 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508 Through July 5: “From a Sister’s Closet,” a solo exhibition of recent sculpture by Judy Sigunick. Hours: Fri.-Sun., noon-5 p.m. and by appt. Info: 917.318.2239; http://theoganzstudio.com

Columbia-Greene Media Wilderstein Historic Site

330 Morton Rd., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Through October 31: “Sculpture & The Romantic Landscape,” eleven artists site their work in this beautiful, historic landscape on the Hudson River. Curated by Jennifer Harris. Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily Info: http://www.wilderstein.org

Columbia Carrie Haddad Gallery

622 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Through July 12: “Earth Sky Dream,” a group exhibit featuring artists Linda Newman Boughton, Chris Freeman, Laura Von Rosk, Bruce Murphy, Vince Vella, and Jane Bloodgood-Abrams. July 15-August 23: “Abstraction,” works by Adam Cohen, Elizabeth Coyne, Donise English and Chris Duncan. Upstairs: Photographs by Nick Simpson. Hours: Daily, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. Info: 518.828.1915; http://www.carriehaddadgallery.com

Chatham Bookstore

27 Main St., Chatham, NY 12037 July 8-August 28: “Landscape: Up Close and Far Away,” Chatham artist Judith Vargas Warren exhibits paintings in mixed media, watercolors, pastels, and collages. Reception: Friday, July 17, 5-7 p.m. Information: 518.392.3005; http://www.chathambookstore.com

Columbia County Chamber of Commerce Gallery

1 North Front St., Hudson, NY 12534 Through July 25: “River Works,” work by Chatham artist Gail Giles presented by Columbia County Council on the Arts. The works in this show, primarily charcoal drawings, represent Giles’ evocative works, all based on the beauty of the Hudson River and its shoreline. Hours: Wed.-Fri., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sat., 1-5 p.m. Info: http://www.gailgiles-studio.com; http://www.gailgiles-studio.com; http://www.artscolumbia.org

Sun., noon-5 p.m. + by appt Information: 518.697.5130; http://www.conceptohudson.com

CR10

283 County Route 10, Linlithgo, NY 12534 July 11-August 2: “SiTE:LAB | Rumsey St. Project | TRANS-FORM,” conceived and curated by Paul Aments. Artists: Paul Aments, Hubert Dobler, Nick Kline, Francine Hunter McGivern, Monika Wuhrer. Reception: Saturday, July 11, 4-6 p.m.; performance by Hubert Dobler. Hours: Thurs.-Sun., noon-6 p.m. Info: http://www.cr10.org; info@cr10.org

Davis Orton Gallery

114 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 June 27-July 26: Two solo exhibits: Keith Johnson, “The Chosen Place”; and Ruth Wetzel, “Swamp Spaces”; plus Portfolio Showcase featuring “Watery Landscapes” by Steﬀen Kloster Poulsen and Peter Stern. Reception: Saturday, June 27, 5-7 p.m. Hours: Fri.-Sun., noon-6 p.m. Info: 518.697.0266; http://davisortongallery.com

Hudson Opera House

327 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Through August 2: “James Autery,” photographs. Autery has been photographing and printing in the darkroom since high school. His work has shown at the MPLS Photo Center, Center for Contemporary Arts Santa Fe, and fototazo photography + microgrants. He has lived all over the United States working on various photographic projects and is now based in upstate New York. Hours: Mon.-Sun., noon-5 p.m. Information: 518.822.1438; http://www.hudsonoperahouse.org

Jeﬀ Bailey Gallery

127 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Through July 5: Work by Amy Pleasant. Hours: Fri.-Sun., noon-6 p.m. + by appt. Info: 518.828.6680; http://baileygallery.com

John Davis Gallery

209 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Through July 25: “Bodyworks: Cars, Trucks, Bikes & Tattoos,” featuring the work of area artists in all mediums showing oﬀ their “bodies of work” relating to the bodies of vehicles or ﬁgures through tattoo art. Hours: Wed.-Fri., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sat., 1-5 p.m. Info: 518.671.6213; http://www.artscolumbia.org

362 ½ Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Through July 19: Main Galleries, “The Fictitious Image,” paintings, drawings, and sculpture from the estate of Nicholas Carone; Sculpture Garden, Isidro Blasco, ‘Tilted’; Carriage House, ground & 2nd flr., “Each Day,” prints by Kiki Smith; Carriage House, 3rd flr., “Nothing but Love Songs,” paintings by Rachel Ostrow; Carriage House, 4th flr., ‘Lure,” drawings by Valerie Hammond. Hours: Thurs.-Mon., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and by appt. Information: 518.828.5907; http://johndavisgallery.com

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Columbia County Council on the Arts Gallery

741 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Through July 18: “3D by 3: Callinan, Larson, McNally.” Hours: Thurs.-Sun., noon-6 p.m.;

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Twenty Years,” a series of portrait pairings by Sasha Sicurella that juxtaposes two sets of portraits from Rwanda and Bosnia, each captured in the 20th commemorative year of their respective genocide events. Sasha Sicurella is a photographer and the founding director of the I AM: International Foundation, a nonproﬁt organization that works world-wide to provide opportunities for people of all ages to explore identity through art and self-portrait photography. Hours: Thurs.-Sun., noon-5 p.m. Information: 518.392.2250; http://joycegoldsteingallery.com

Limner Gallery

123 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Through July 11: Solo Exhibits: Jim Garmhausen, paintings; Terry Tapp, paintings; Axelle Kieﬀer, collage and mixed media. Hours: Thurs.-Sat., noon-5 p.m.; Mon.-Wed. by appt. Information: 518.828.2343; http://slowart.com

Martin Van Buren National Historic Site

1013 Old Post Rd., Kinderhook, NY 12106 Through August 29: “Witness Tree Project: Lindenwald Mulberry Exhibition,” an initiative of the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) and the National Park Service. Witness trees are ancient that have “witnessed” key events, trends and people in American history. The project uses the wood of fallen trees to create a juncture between history and design. This year the Project used wood from Martin Van Buren’s mulberry tree, which stood for 150 years before falling in the winter of 2011. RISD students enrolled in a joint history seminar and furniture studio have interpreted the history the tree witnessed to make relevant objects from the tree’s wood. The work is displayed within Lindenwald - itself the witness to so much history - deepening the project’s articulation of the interplay between history and design. Hours: Free tours Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. Information: 518.758.9689; http://www.witnesstreeproject.org

Olana & Thomas Cole Historic Site

Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 | 218 Spring St., Catskill, NY 12414 Through November 1: “River Crossings,” 28 artists illuminate the pivotal role that Hudson River School Artists Thomas Cole and Frederic Church played in shaping an innovative culture of American art. The two historic sites - Olana and Thomas Cole National Historic Site - will co-host this landmark exhibition. The exhibition is co-curated by Stephen Hannock, the celebrated painter, and Jason Rosenfeld, the art historian who recently curated two exhibitions at Tate Britain in London and the National Gallery in Washington, D.C. The 28 artists whose work is in the exhibition all have a

connection to the region that Cole and Church helped ignite as a hot–bed of American art: from Greater New York City to Lake George and from Niagara Falls to Massachusetts. Links to each artist’s work can be found on the exhibition’s dedicated website. There, you will also ﬁnd information on upcoming companion events. Tickets: $12; $10 students/seniors Information: http://www.rivercrossings.org

Omi International Arts Center

1405 County Route 22, Ghent, NY 12075 Through September 27 in The Fields and The Charles B. Benenson Gallery: “The Crayon Miscellany,” a summer group exhibition curated by Julie Ryan. The show includes artists Donald Baechler, Mary Heilmann, Michael Zahn, Pamela Fraser, Robert Montgomery, Tamuna Sirbiladze, Andreas Reiter Raabe, Ron Amstutz, Julie Ryan, Jason Stopa, John Monti, Andrew Huston, and Clare Grill. The Fields Sculpture Park, ongoing year ‘round: Outdoor sculpture park on more than 120 acres of rolling farmland, wetlands and wooded areas. The Park presents the work of internationallyrecognized contemporary and modern artists, oﬀering the unique possibility to experience a wide range of large-scale works in a singular outdoor environment. Park Hours: dawn to dusk 7 days a week Information: 518.392.4747; http://www.omiartscenter.org

Retrospective

727 & 711 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 @711 Warren St., through July 4: Jeremy DePrez/ Jonathan Lasker/Zachary Leener. @727 Warren St., through July 4: “Yasmin and Tanja,” an exhibition of recent paintings by Copenhagen-based artist Tal R. Hours: Sat. & Sun., noon-6 p.m. Info: 518.828.2288; http://retrospectivegallery.com

Roeliﬀ Jansen Community Library

9091 Route 22, Hillsdale, NY 12529 Through July 6: “Three Illustrators,” Elwood Smith, Keith Bendis and David Goldin, show their work. Info: 518.325.4101; http://www.roejanlibrary.org

Rose Gallery Fine Art

238A Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Through July 13: “Alfred Hennen McAdams - 1914-2008, A Retrospective.” Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, or by appt. Closed Tuesdays. Info: http://rosegalleryﬁneart.com

Spencertown Academy

790 Route 203, Spencertown, NY 12165 July 11-August 2: “Related,” artwork by Tom, Frank, and Margot Curran. The Curran family resided in Spencertown in the 1950s. From a family of ten creative siblings, these three emerged as visual artists. Current Columbia County residents Tom, Frank and Margot are excited to oﬀer a curated selection of their recent

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prints, paintings and drawings. The work on display reﬂects their shared interest in the novel application of classic techniques. Reception: Saturday, July 11, 4-6 p.m. Hours: Sat. & Sun., 1-5 p.m. Information: 518.392.3693; http://spencertownacademy.org

The School

25 Broad Street, Kinderhook, NY 12106 Through September 26: “El Anatsui at The School,” a solo exhibition that’s a comprehensive survey, from early projects in painting, wood, and clay, to the monumental metal works for which Anatsui is renowned. The School’s 24-foot ceilings highlight the majestic scale that has become a hallmark of his oeuvre. This exhibition marks the ﬁrst anniversary of The School. See story pages 14-15. Hours: Saturdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and by appt. Information: http://www.jackshainman.com

Thompson Giroux Gallery

57 Main St., Chatham, NY 12037 Through July 19: “Fusionera,” featuring work by Erin Beaver, Adam Brent, Dan Devine, Barry Gerson, Ned Snider, Josephine Turalba, and Hazel Weathersﬁeld. Hours: Thurs.-Mon., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri., 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Information: 518.392.3336; http://www.thompsongirouxgallery.com

Greene Athens Cultural Center

24 Second St., Athens, NY 12015 Through July 26: “Taking Root: Caniskek and the Meeting of Two Worlds,” an art and history exhibit. Exactly 350 years ago a deed was signed for the land the Mohicans called Caniskek, a place that would change forever and evolve into the present day town called Athens, New York. The exhibit takes this local historical event and uses it as a jumping oﬀ point to envision and contemplate the past as well as reassess the immediate world around us. Juxtaposing historical artifacts with contemporary art, the exhibit tells the tale of colliding worlds, investigating what the world was like here in 1665 as well as the powerful ideas of exploration, settlement, ownership, loss, culture and destiny... the very concepts which are so much a part of our American journey. Hours: Fri., 4-7 p.m.; Sat., 2-7 p.m. & Sun., 1-4 p.m., or by appt. Information: 518.421.3443; http://www.athensculturalcenter.org

Bridge Street Theatre

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Hawkins, Harry Matthews, Rob Schuler, Marc Swanson, Carol Swierzowski, and Richard Talcott. Info: 518.943.3818; http://bridgest.org

Kaaterskill Fine Arts Gallery

Hunter Village Square, 7950 Main St., Village of Hunter, NY 12442 Through July 5: “Atmospheres of Hunter and Beyond,” paintings by Steve Dolan. Hours: Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.3:30 p.m. Info: 518.263.2060; http://www.catskillmtn.org

Thomas Cole Historic Site & Olana

218 Spring St., Catskill, NY 12414 | Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Through November 1: “River Crossings,” 28 artists illuminate the pivotal role that Hudson River School Artists Thomas Cole and Frederic Church played in shaping an innovative culture of American art. See Olana listing in Columbia County section for more info. Tickets: $12; $10 students/seniors Information: http://www.rivercrossings.org

Al b an y Albany Center Gallery

39 Columbia St., Albany, NY 12207 Through July 24: “EDGE,” is the presentation of artists who transcend traditional media, rendering, and representation to create thoughtprovoking, raw and unconventional works of art. Through the implementation of popular iconography, typography, found objects, and public spaces, these artists move beyond expectation and into the realm of outsider art. Featuring local and regional artists. Information: 518.462.4775; http://albanycentergallery.org

Albany Institute of History & Art

125 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12210 Through August 16: “Walter Launt Palmer (1854-1932): Painting the Moment.” Through July 26: “Triple Play: Baseball at The Albany Institute,” three concurrent exhibitions celebrating our passion for baseball. Ongoing: “The Hudson River School and the Nineteenth-Century Landscape,” includes paintings by Thomas Cole, Frederic Edwin Church, James and William Hart, Alfred Thompson Bricher, and others. Ongoing: “Robert Hewson Pruyn: An Albanian in Japan, 1862-1865.” Ongoing: “A Gather of Glass: Selections from the Museum’s Collection.” Ongoing: “19th-Century American Sculpture: Erastus Dow Palmer and his Proteges Launt Thompson, Charles Calverley, and Richard Park.” Ongoing: “Traders and Culture: Colonial Albany and the Formation of American Identity.”

clockwise from top L: Breathing, Into Your Akashic Record; Mullein the Garden Gurdian; Turquoise French Curve Avec Lemon; Solstice Rose, all by Sarah Barker. Photos submitted.

GCCA Catkill Gallery

398 Main St., Catskill, NY 12414 Through July 25: “Microcosm,” group exhibition; and “Plant Spirit Series,” Sarah Barker’s solo show. The themes of nature, observation and healing in Barker’s work inspired the intimate group exhibition “Microcosm,” on view in the downstairs gallery. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.5 p.m.; Sat., noon-5 p.m. Information: 518.943.3400; http://www.greenearts.org Tickets: $10; $8 seniors & students: $6 kids 6-12; under 6, free Information: 518.463.4478; http://www.albanyinstitute.org

Heather Ridge Farm Store & Bees Knees Cafe

989 Broome Center Rd., Preston Hollow, NY 12469 June 28-September 6: “Farm to Table,” an exhibition of paintings by local artist Barbara Walter. Reception: Sunday, June 28, 3-5 p.m. Hours: Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Info: 518.239.6234; http://www.heather-ridge-farm.com

New York State Museum

222 Madison Ave., Albany, NY 12207 Through September 20, Crossroads Gallery: “Represent: Contemporary Native American Art.” Recent acquisitions to the New York State Museum’s Contemporary Native American Art Collection from the Mohawk, Onondaga,

Cayuga, Seneca, Tuscarora, and Shinnecock Nations. Through December 31, Photography Gallery: “A Promising Venture: Shaker Photographs from the WPA.” Ongoing, New York Metropolis Hall: “Art for the People: Decorated Stoneware from the Weitsman Collection.” Hours: Tues.-Sun., 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: 518.474.5877; http://nysm.nysed.gov

Workshops & Special Events Beacon 3D

Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Through October 15: Third annual art in public places exhibition featuring the work of 20 artists. Information: http://beacon3d.org

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101 Harmon Heights Road, Chatham, NY 12037 Through August 14: 2015 marks the 50th Anniversary of the existence of Columbia County Council on the Arts. In celebration of this important milestone, the organization is hosting a season-long outdoor sculpture show with a kickoﬀ gala fundraiser. Juried by Chatham sculptor John Cooley. Information: 518.671.6213; info@artscolumbia.org

Public Artwork: CONSELLATION

Bannerman Island, Beacon, NY 12508 Ongoing through June 2017: Watch Melissa McGill’s public artwork, “Constellation,” emerge over Bannerman’s Castle ruin on Pollepel Island in the Hudson River. As the sun goes down, starry lights will appear one by one with the stars of the night sky creating a new constellation connecting past and present through this large-scale sculptural light-based art project. It will light after sunset and for two hours every night for two years. Viewing areas on the east side of the Hudson: look for posted Constellation signs on Route 9D between Cold Spring and Beacon near the Breakneck train stop. Free shuttle from the Cold Spring Train Station. Introduction by artist Melissa McGill. Info: http://melissamcgillconstellation.com/visit

SE15

Village of Red Hook, NY 12571 Through November 13: Sculpture Expo 2015 is a public art exhibition of large-scale outdoor sculpture. There will be tours, talks, workshop and related events over a period of ﬁve months. All events are community-based and open to the public. It is located in the Village of Red Hook and covers approximately one half mile radius from the center. Info: http://www.rhcan.com; sculptureexpos@gmail.com

Panel Discussion: Art in Public Places

Elmendorph Inn, 7562 N. Broadway, Red Hook, NY 12571 Thursday, July 9, 6-7:30 p.m.: This event is part of RHCAN’s Sculpture Expo 2015. Deputy Mayor Brent Kovalchik and two of the sculptors whose work appear in this year’s SE15 expo will discuss the topic. Info: http://www.rhcan.com/events/sculptureexpo/se-15/

Intersection of Art and History: Ice Harvesting in The Hudson Valley

Elmendorph Inn, 7562 N. Broadway, Red Hook, NY 12571 July, date tba, 6-7:30 p.m.: This event is part of RHCAN’s Sculpture Expo 2015. The seminar will feature Larry Thetford, Historian

Columbia-Greene Media and Conrad Levenson, a sculptor. Info: http://www.rhcan.com/events/sculptureexpo/se-15/

Community Free Day

3 Beekman St., Beacon, NY 12508 Saturday, July 11, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.: Dia: Beacon’s quarterly Community Free Days oﬀer engaging programs throughout the day suitable for a broad audience. Programs often include thematic tours of the collection and special exhibitions, the monthly Gallery Talks, interactive workshops for children and families, and live music. Residents of counties Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester are invited to Dia:Beacon on Community Free Days free of charge. Info: http://diaart.org/sites/main/beacon

Second Saturday Beacon

Main St., Beacon, NY 12508 Saturday, July 11, noon-9 p.m.: A city-wide celebration of the arts held on the second Saturday of every month. Special events, art gallery openings, artist receptions and culinary tastings. Many galleries and shops stay open until 9 p.m. It’s kid friendly and a great way to take the pulse of Beacon. Information: https://beaconarts.org/events/ second-saturday

Gallery Talks at Dia:Beacon

3 Beekman St., Beacon, NY 12508 Saturday, July 11, 2 p.m.: Kelly Taxter on Fred Sandback. Tickets: Free with museum admission Info: http://diaart.org/sites/main/beacon

Annual Art Omi Weekend

Omi International Arts Center, 1405 County Route 22, Ghent, NY 12075 Sat. & Sun., July 11 & 12: 30 artists hailing from 24 countries have arrived at Art Omi, the prestigious four-week residency program at Omi International Arts Center. The community is invited to celebrate the culmination of the Art Omi residency program with a weekend celebration, which will feature a ticketed dance party with music by Sambaland and later, the popular Open Studios on Sunday, which is free and open to the public. Saturday’s celebration includes a Sneak Preview Tour of selected artists studios from 6-7 p.m., followed by dinner and dancing under the stars overlooking the sculpture park at Omi. Sambaland brings their roster of drummers, dancers and singer to perform a variety of Brazilian music. On Sunday, Omi honors 30 artists-in-residence and celebrates with a country brunch on the Ledig House lawn from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.. The brunch is followed by a short walk down the road for the much anticipated free Open Studios from 1-5 p.m. Visit website to see the full schedule for the weekend, and to purchase tickets.

Information: 518.392.4747; http://www.omiartscenter.org/art

Guided Art Trail Hike: Catskill Mountain House and North-South Lake Thomas Cole Historic Site, 218 Spring St., Catskill, NY 12414 Saturday, July 18, 9 a.m.: Visit the magniﬁcent nearby views that are depicted in Thomas Cole’s paintings. This ﬁrst hike of the season is designated as ‘easy’ and you should expect to be on the trail for at least two hours. Bring water and a snack. See guidelines at the website for hike details and recommendations.Following the hike, participants will recive an optional post-hike guided tour of Thomas Cole’s home and studio. Tickets: $12; $10 students/seniors Information: 518.943.7465 x 5; http://www.thomascole.org

Artist Talk: Pamela Fraser

Omi International Arts Center, 1405 County Route 22, Ghent, NY 12075 Saturday, July 18, 4 p.m.: Best known for her playful, brightly colored abstract paintings, Fraser created more than 200 vibrant glazed ceramic arrangements letting the landscape and existing sculptures be her guide. The result is “Steps” a linear work outlining a hedgerow and a rustic staircase creating an endless sculptural line, and a second element which shadows Omi’s iconic sculpture by Robert Grosvenor. The artist will speak about her work. Information: 518.392.4747; http://www.omiartscenter.org

Rhinebeck’s Third Saturday Arts Walk

Village of Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, July 18, 5-9 p.m.: Special gallery openings and arts-related events in the Village. Info: http://www.artalongthehudson.com/ rhinebeckredhooktivoli/

Phoenicia Art Studio Tour

Town of Shandaken, NY 12480 Sat. & Sun., July 18 & 19, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.: Town-wide art studio and sculpture tour. Enjoy the work of more than three dozen artists in studios, galleries, art parks and special exhibitions. On Friday, July 17 at 7 p.m. there will be a “Word of Mouth” kick-oﬀ party at Mama’s Boy in Phoenicia. This free evening of spoken word, tall tales and stories by some of the region’s favorite writers will get the weekend oﬀ to a fantastic start. Free tour catalogs and detailed maps will be available. Visit website for complete details about the weekend’s events and to see e-galleries of participating artists’ work. Info: 845.688.2977; http://www.shandakenart.com

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CONCERT

The Stray Birds will perform, along with a who’s who roster of bluegrass artists, at the Greyfox Bluegrass Festival in Oak Hill the weekend of July 16. Photo by Doug Seymour.

The Wiyos

OMNY Taiko

The Egg, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12220 Wednesday, July 1, noon: The Wiyos – a ﬁxture on the acoustic music scene for over a decade, mine the timeless popularity of early swing, jazz, rural folk, old-time blues and Appalachian music. The “Made in the Shade of The Egg” performances take place just outside the venue on the Empire State Plaza. Tickets: Free! Information: 518.473.1061; http://www.theegg.org

Orpheum Film & Performing Arts Ctr., 6050 Main St., Village of Tannersville, NY 12485 Saturday, July 4, 6 p.m.: Celebrate Fourth of July with a bang at this free community concert featuring Grammy Award-winning Taiko drumming master Koji Nakamura. Performance repeats on Sunday, July 5 at 2 p.m. at Windham Civic Center (5379 Route 23, Windham). Tickets: Free Information: 518.263.2001; http://www.catskillmtn.org

Music in the Parks Series

Music in the Park Summer Concert Series: Guilty Pleasure

Vanderbilt Mansion, Hyde Park & Mills Mansion, Staatsburg, NY Wednesdays, July 1-August 19, 7 p.m. in July; 6:30 p.m. in August: The popular annual outdoor summer concert series returns with music alternating between Vanderbilt | Mills. Schedule is as follows: 7/1, Matt Jordan Oldies Band, Vanderbilt; 7/8, no concert; 7/15, The Bills Toupee Band, Vanderbilt; 7/22, The James Osborn Band, Mills; 7/29, Four Guys in Disguise; 8/5, The Bearcats Jazz & Swing Band, Mills (6:30); 8/12 (rain date 8/13), West Point Military Academy Band, Vanderbilt; 8/19, Hot Rod, Mills. Information: 845.229.8086; http://www.hydeparkny.us/Recreation/ MusicinTheParks.html

Dutchman’s Landing Park, Catskill, NY 12414 Saturday, July 4, 7-9 p.m.: Special Independence Day concert with Guilty Pleasure - a rock band that plays all kinds of new rock as well as some oldies with a spin you’ll love. In the event of rain, concerts are held at Historic Catskill Point Warehouse. Free. Information: http://www.facebook.com/Catskill. Musicinthepark

Martha Wainwright

Richard B. Fisher Center for Performing Arts at Bard College, Spiegeltent, Annandale-onHudson, NY 12504 Saturday, July 4, 8:30 p.m.: Bard SummerScape presents an unforgettable Independence Day

celebration with vocal ﬁreworks provided by two-time Grammy Award-nominee Martha Wainwright. Tickets: $25-$65 Information: 845.758.7900; http://ﬁshercenter.bard.edu

The Lone Bellow

The Egg, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12220 Friday, July 10, 8 p.m.: Brooklyn-based indie-country ensemble The Lone Bellow‘s subtle songcraft and haunting harmonies have combined to make them one of roots music’s fastest rising stars as evidenced on their latest recording “Then Came the Morning.” Tickets: $28 Information: 518.473.1061; http://www.theegg.org

An Acoustic Evening of Story & Song: Steve Katz

Orpheum Film & Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main St., Village of Tannersville, NY Saturday, July 11, 7 p.m.: The Catskill Mountain Foundation presents its annual beneﬁt, this year featuring multiple Grammy Award winner, Steve Katz of Blood, Sweat & Tears and The Blues Project with special guest singer/songwriter Greg Dayton. Katz is touring to promote his brand new critically acclaimed memoir, Blood, Sweat, and My Rock ‘n’ Roll Years: Is Steve Katz a Rock Star? Copies will be available for sale and be autographed by Steve

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after the show. Wine and beer reception with hors d’oeuvres and silent auction at 6 p.m. Tickets: $135 Information: 518.263.2001; http://www.catskillmtn.org

ChurchLIVE concert series. Tickets: $20 Information: 518.567.6374

Dom Flemons Trio: American Old-time Folk Music

Richard B. Fisher Center for Performing Arts at Bard College, Spiegeltent, Annandale-onHudson, NY 12504 Friday, July 24, 8:30 p.m.: Front man of the Magnetic Fields and resident of Hudson, Stephin Merritt is recognized the world over for his deep voice, dry wit, and signature poetic lyrics. This is a can’t-miss evening with one of indie music’s greatest songwriters, the “Cole Porter of his generation.” (Time Out NY) Tickets: $25-$65 Information: 845.758.7900; http://ﬁshercenter.bard.edu

ps21, 2980 Route 66, Chatham, NY 12037 Saturday, July 11, 8 p.m.: Dom Flemons, a singer and multi-instrumentalist, plays banjo, guitar, harmonica, ﬁfe, bones, bass drum, snare drum and quills. A founding member of the Grammy Award-winning Carolina Chocolate Drops, an African-American string band, Dom brings traditional music to new audiences. Tickets: $25; $15 students Info: 800.838.3006; http://www.ps21chatham.org

Harlem on the Hudson: Etienne Charles and Creole Soul

Richard B. Fisher Center for Performing Arts at Bard College, Spiegeltent, Annandale-onHudson, NY 12504 Thursday, July 16, 8 p.m.: Launching the Catskill Jazz Factory’s Harlem on the Hudson series is the Trinidadian trumpet player Etienne Charles, “a daring improviser who delivers with heart-wrenching lyricism” (Jazz Times), bringing a night of rhythm, groove, and soul! Charles’s Creole Soul project, which received international acclaim on the iTunes, Jazzweek and Billboard jazz charts, explores the musical connections between Afro-Caribbean, Creole, New Orleans, and American traditions. Tickets: $25 Information: 845.758.7900; http://ﬁshercenter.bard.edu

Greyfox Bluegrass Festival

1 Poultney Rd., Oak Hill, NY 12460 July 16-19: Described as a “who’s who of bluegrass in the beautiful Catskill mountains,” the festival features 40+ top bluegrass performers, ﬁve stages, workshops, emerging artist showcase, dancing, children’s performers, Bluegrass Academy for Kids, camping, jamming, food and craft vendors and more. Some of this year’s performers include: Dry Branch Fire Squad, Del McCoury Band, Sam Bush Band, Bela Fleck & Abigail Washburn, Hot Rize, The Infamous Stringdusters, The SteelDrivers, Greensky Bluegrass, Steep Canyon Rangers, Della Mae, The Hillbenders, Joe Craven, The Stray Birds, Twisted Pine, Mile Twelve and many others. Tickets: full festival advance, $200 (camping included); single day tickets, $70; kids 12 and under, free with ticketed adult; $20 vehicle parking pass Information: 888.946.8495; http://www.greyfoxbluegrass.com

Guy Davis in Concert

The Old Methodist Church, 8 Church Lane, Chatham, NY 12037 Sunday, July 19, 7:30 p.m.: Part of the

Stephin Merritt (of the Magnetic Fields)

Bettye LaVette

Club Helsinki Hudson, 405 Columbia St., Hudson, NY 12534 Friday, July 24, 9 p.m.: After nearly 50 years in the music business ﬂying just under the radar of popular recognition, Bettye LaVette’s 2005 album, “I’ve Got My Own Hell to Raise,” featuring songs by contemporary female singersongwriters, introduced the Detroit-raised R&B vocalist to a wider audience for the ﬁrst time. It also helped establish her new and unique aesthetic as a soulful interpreter of songs from the rock arena, as heard on her 2010 album, “Interpretations: The British Rock Songbook.” The CD, including an un-edited version of her Kennedy Center Honors performance of the Who’s “Love Reign O’er Me,” was critically acclaimed and nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Blues Album. Earlier this year, LaVette released a new album, “Worthy,” which includes songs by Bob Dylan, the Beatles and the Rolling Stones. Tickets: $37; $55 reserved club seating Information: http://helsinkihudson.com

Guy Klucevsek & Alex Meixner: Accordion Solos & Duos

ps21, 2980 Route 66, Chatham, NY 12037 Saturday, July 25, 8 p.m.: Guy Klucevsek is one of the world’s most versatile and highlyrespected accordionists. He is the recipient of a 2010 United States Artists Collins Fellowship given annually to “America’s ﬁnest artists.” His music reverberates with sounds of the ballroom, the beer garden and the concert hall, fusing elements of regional accordion styles with jazz and avant-garde music. Tickets: $25; $15 students Info: 800.838.3006; http://www. ps21chatham.org

Manhattan in the Mountains

Doctorow Center for the Arts, 7971 Main St., Village of Hunter, NY 12442 Saturday, July 25, 8 p.m.: “The Human Face of Klezmer,” Manhattan in the Mountains Ensemble featuring David Krakauer on clarinet. Widely considered one of the greatest

clarinetists on the planet, Krakauer has been praised internationally as a key innovator in modern klezmer as well as a major voice in classical music. He will be joined by pianists Joanne Polk and Tatiana Goncharova, violinist Diane Pascal, cellist Marion Feldman and others. Tickets: $25 advance; $20 seniors; $7 students; $30 door Information: 518.263.2001; http://www.catskillmtn.org

Harlem on the Hudson: Heatin’ up the Hudson with Chris Washburne and SYOTOS

Richard B. Fisher Center for Performing Arts at Bard College, Spiegeltent, Annandale-onHudson, NY 12504 Thursday, July 30, 8 p.m.: Trombonist Chris Washburne and his acclaimed group SYOTOS return to Bard with the Brazilian pianist André Mehmari. Tickets: $25 Information: 845.758.7900; http://ﬁshercenter.bard.edu

Ariana Grande

Times Union Center, 51 S. Pearl St., Albany, NY 12207 Friday, July 31, 7:30 p.m.; doors 6:30 p.m.: The Honeymoon Tour. Tickets: $29.50-$69.50 Info: http://www.timeunioncenter-albany.com/ ariana-grande

Eisa Davis

Richard B. Fisher Center for Performing Arts at Bard College, Spiegeltent, Annandale-onHudson, NY 12504 Friday, July 31, 8:30 p.m.: Since her celebrated role in Broadway’s Passing Strange, singersongwriter Eisa Davis has turned toward making new music of her own. This two-time Obie winner and Pulitzer Prize finalist whose music has a “stripped-down soul, with flecks of Joni Mitchell” (New York Times) makes her Spiegeltent debut. Tickets: $25-$65 Information: 845.758.7900; http://fishercenter. bard.edu

Falcon Ridge Folk Festival

Dodds Farm, 44 County Route 7D, Hillsdale, NY 12529 Fri., July 31-Sun., Aug. 2: In its 27th year, this three-day, family-friendly festival features folk music and dance at the foot of the Berkshires. Some of this year’s performers include: Annie Wenz, Ellis, Nerissa & Katryna Nields, The Slambovian Circus of Dreams, Brother Sun, Judy Collins, Ralph Sweet, The Storycrafters and many others. See website for complete lineup. Vendors, food and more. Tickets: 3-day advance (without camping) $120; single day tickets, $25-$50; kids 12 & under, free; $10 oﬀ any single day ticket at gate for college students & seniors with I.D. Information: http://falconridgefolk.com

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Melvin with his Grandmonster sing “It’s The Time”, a rousing Broadway-style number, in the Up In Arms puppet musical Monster Intelligence at Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck July 11. Photo by Todd Thomas.

Summer Storytime

Germantown Library, 31 Palatine Park Rd., Germantown, NY 12526 Fridays, 10 a.m: All ages welcome. Meets in the library’s Children’s Section. Information: http://germantownlibrary.org

Where’s Waldo Local? 2015 Scavenger Hunt

Oblong Books, 6422 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 & 26 Main St., Millerton, NY 12546 Wed., July 1, 10 a.m.-Fri., July 31, 4 p.m.: he famous fellow in the striped shirt and blackrimmed specs is back visiting local businesses in Rhinebeck & Millerton all through the month of July. Spot him to win prizes, including buttons, books, and more! There is no charge to participate, and the game lasts for the entire month of July, culminating in two in-store Waldo parties at both Oblong locations on Friday, July 31. Info: 845.876.0500; http://www.oblongbooks.com

Independence Day Celebration at Schuyler Mansion

32 Catherine St., Albany, NY 12202 Saturday, July 4, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: A variety of 18th-century activities may be sampled

throughout the afternoon: candle dipping and tinsmithing demonstrations will be available, Historic Cherry Hill’s Hudson River Trading Game, and “Dr. Stringer,” Philip Schuyler’s physician, will discuss the fascinating subject of 18th-century medicine, including the use of leeches, bleeding, and oxygen. The day will also feature special appearances by “Mr. Bayly, 18thCentury Magician,” who delights crowds with his skills in conjuring and sleight of hand, and also Linda Russell, Balladeer, who will perform songs of early America. In addition, Schuyler Mansion will oﬀer a “Hands-On History” tent where children and their families may enjoy signing the Declaration of Independence with quill pens, crafts, playing with colonial games and toys, and also test their skills at a battleﬁeld strategy game! The mansion will be available for self-guided tours from 1-4 p.m.. Free Stewart’s Shops ice cream. Tickets: Free! Tours, $3/person; kids 12 and under, free. Information: http://www.schuylerfriends.org

Tannersville 4th of July Celebration

The People’s Parade

Route 23, Windham, NY 12496 Saturday, July 4, starting at 2 p.m.: Pre-parade fun with great sidewalk sales, live music, circus workshop, Cathleen the Clown, face painting, King Hill Mini horse petting zoo. Spectacular ﬁreworks display at Windham Mountain at

Rothermal Park to Village Square, Kinderhook, NY 12106 Saturday, July 4, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m: The village of Kinderhook’s annual July 4th parade. The parade begins at Rothermel Park and ends at the village square. Info: http://www.oklibrary.org

Main Street, Tannersville, NY 12083 Saturday, July 4, noon-5 p.m.: Tannersville Annual Fourth of July Celebration kicks oﬀ at noon, with parade starting at 3 p.m. Live music on Main Street with craft and food vendors. Information: 518.858.9094; http:/www.communityeventsny.com

An Old-Fashioned Independence Day

Clermont State Historic Site, 87 Clermont Ave., Germantown, NY 12526 Saturday, July 4, 2-10 p.m.: 18th Century crafts, reenactors, music, entertainment, and a visit from George Washington. A great day for young families. Later, enjoy live music and delicious hot food until a view of the Saugerties Fireworks over the Hudson River. Tickets: $10/vehicle Information: http:/www.friendsofclermont.org

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dusk. Information: 518.734.4170; http:/www.townofwindham.com

July 4th Food, Fireworks and Fun!

Palatine Park, Germantown, NY 12526 Saturday, July 4, 4 p.m., gates open; 9:30 p.m. ﬁreworks: Join the Germantown Parks and Recreation Committee for an evening celebration and family fun. There will be food, live music by Camp Creek and South Bound, ﬁre department demonstrations, children’s events including Mad Science, birds of prey with live raptors, bounce house, Bee Bee the Clown, pony rides and a petting zoo. Fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. Tickets: $15/vehicle; $3/walkers; free, children 3 and under. Information: http://www.germantownNY.org

Fourth of July Fireworks

Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum, 75 N. Water St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Saturday, July 4, 7-9 p.m.: Enjoy from row viewing along the Hudson River of the ﬁreworks. Reserved parking, picnic area and fun inside the children’s museum before the big show! Add on a reserved table and chairs for up to 5 people in the pavilion for $15. Tickets: $40/car; $30 members Info: http://mhcm.org

Magic Show

Palatine Park, Palatine Park Rd., Germantown, NY 12526 Wednesday, July 8, 2 p.m.: Magician James Snack will perform “My Magical Heroes,” to kick oﬀ the Germantown Library’s Summer Reading Program. Information: 518.537.5800; http://germantownlibrary.org

The Ugly Duckling

Millbrook Free Library, Millbrook, NY 12545 Wednesday, July 8, 7:30 p.m.: The Puppetree company presents beautifully staged puppet shows throughout the Northeast. This program is free of charge. Info: http://millbrooklibrary.org

Just for Fun: Abenaki Storyteller Joseph Bruchac

ps21, 2980 Route 66, Chatham, NY 12037 Friday, July 10, 1 p.m.: Joseph Bruchac is a writer and traditional storyteller from the Adirondack Region. He draws on his Abenaki Indian ancestry and other Native American traditions for a rich variety of lively stories. He is author of over 130 books for children and adults including Between Earth & Sky: Legends of Native American Sacred Places, Earth Under Sky Bears Feet, and many more. Free. Information: 518.392.6121; http://ps21chatham.org

Talons: A Birds of Prey Experience

Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, NY 12583 Friday, July 10, 6 p.m.: The library kicks oﬀ a summer of fun with an exciting program about raptors. Meet live owls, hawks and other powerful birds of prey. Free and open to the public. Information: 845.757.3771; http://tivolilibrary.org

Athens Street Festival

Water Street, Athens, NY 12015 Saturday, July 11, 10 a.m.-dusk: Spend a day in the Historic riverside town of Athens. Over 150 vendor booths, childrens activities, petty zoo, carnival rides, car show, Hudson- Athens Lighthouse tours, food and entertainment on 3 stages. Top this all oﬀ with a Fireworks display at dusk. Information: 518.945.1551; http://athensstreetfestival.com

Monster Intelligence Puppet Show

Center for Performing Arts, 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, July 11, 11 a.m.: A new puppet show from Up in Arms features Melvin the monster who is another year older but still not old enough for his license to scream. His birthday wish changes that and the Division for Monster Screams grants his wish on the condition of passing his test. A cast of friendly, colorful monster characters and original songs makes this a journey never to forget. Tickets: $9; $7 kids Info: 845.876.3080; http://www.centerforperformingarts.org

Kirsty’s Curiosities: Natural Scientist Kirsty Morgan

Red Hook Public Library, 7444 S. Broadway, Red Hook, NY 12571 Saturday, July 11, 1 p.m.: Geologists, entomologists and paleontologists will delight when Kirsty Morgan, a geologist and paleontologist from London, brings her collection of curiosities to the library. She will share rocks, gems, and fossils she has collected here and abroad, as well as live and preserved insects. Great opportunity for budding and armchair scientists to explore, discover, ask and learn. Free! Info: 845.758.3241; http://www.redhooklibrary.org

Make Your Own Comic Book with Barbara Slate

Kinderhook Memorial Library, 18 Hudson St., Kinderhook, NY 12106 Saturday, July 11, 4:15 p.m: Local artist Barbara Slate will walk you through the process of creating your own comic book characters and stories. All you’ve got to bring is your creativity! Registration is required and attendees must be available for all three dates (+7/12 & 7/18). Information: http://www.oklibrary.org.org

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Hudson Valley YA Society Celebrates LGBTQ

Oblong Books, 6422 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Sunday, July 12, 4 p.m.: The HVYAS brings the best and brightest YA authors to the Hudson Valley in a memorable and fun party-like “literary salon” atmosphere, with refreshments, conversation, and giveaways for attendees. This month’s event features Dahlia Adler (Under the Lights), Robin Talley (Lies We Tell Ourselves), Lindsay Ribar (The Art of Wishing and The Fourth Wish), Adam Silvera (More Happy Than Not), and Becky Albertalli (Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda). RSVP required. Info: 845.876.0500; http://www.oblongbooks.com

Science Camp

Red Hook Public Library, 7444 S. Broadway, Red Hook, NY 12571 July 13-17, 20-24 & 27-31: The Red Hook Public Library has teamed up with Bard College CCE for this science-based learning program that includes activities and games for youth in grades 3-8. This program is free, but space is limited and registration’s required. Information: 845.758.3241; http://www.redhooklibrary.org

West African Dance and Drum Workshop

ps21 Dance Studio, 3016 Route 66, Chatham, NY 12037 Mon.-Fri., July 13-17, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.: This special week-long workshop taught by dancer/ choreographer Jamal Jackson and members of his company is in its fourth year. Jamal Jackson is the artistic Director of Jamal Jackson Dance Company, Brooklyn, NY. He will teach West African traditional dance forms of the Banama peoples of Mali. The company’s talented Music Director, Frank Malloy IV, teaches the drumming workshop which strengthens the students sense of rhythm as well as their social skills. They learn to listen and respond to each other to create a powerful, uniﬁed musical sound. For the 2015 the workshop will include a cooking class during which the students will make their own lunches using mostly locally grown food. The workshop culminates in a performance on Friday, July 17, at 1 p.m. which is part of the Just for Fun series. Fee: $175; $150 members Information: 518.392.6121; http:// ps21chatham.org

Summer Research Team

Red Hook Public Library, 7444 S. Broadway, Red Hook, NY 12571 Wednesdays, starting July 15, 2-4 p.m.: This is a unique opportunity for teens in grades 9-12 to design, implement, and write up a scientiﬁc research study. Work on this biological project will be done in conjunction with our Bard College summer

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intern, a biology major, and Bard professors. Some work will be done at and around Bard so a signed transportation permission slip is required to participate.This program is free, but space is limited and registration is required. Info: 845.758.3241; http://www.redhooklibrary.org

Toddler Time in the Garden

Clermont State Historic Site, 87 Clermont Ave., Germantown, NY 12526 Wednesdays, July 15-August 19, 9:30-11 a.m.: An informal playgroup held in the Harvesting History Community Garden at Clermont State Historic Site. Led by garden educator Leslie Reed, young children will have an opportunity to see vegetables and fruits growing as well as insects, spiders, and small animals such as toads and salamanders, while learning some garden themed songs, games, and ﬁnger plays. Snacks will be picked from the garden and water will be provided. Recommended for children ages 2-4 (must be accompanied by guardian). Tickets: $10 per session; $45 for advance purchase of all six sessions. Information: http://www.friendsofclermont.org

Children’s Play Day: Recreating Historic Food in a Modern Kitchen

Clermont State Historic Site, 87 Clermont Ave., Germantown, NY 12526 Saturday, July 18, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.: Share a cooking experience with your child as you learn how to recreate 18th century recipes in your own kitchen. Recommended for children 6-12. Tickets: free Information: http://www.friendsofclermont.org

Robin Hood

Center for Performing Arts, 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, July 18, 11 a.m.: Robin Hood is an adventurous tale of a hero who lived during the reign of the greedy and jealous Prince John. This interactive, action-packed story, incorporates audience members into the show! Presented by Hampstead Stage Company. Tickets: $9; $7 kids Info: 845.876.3080; http://www.centerforperformingarts.org

Minecraft Building Competition

Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, NY 12583 Saturday, July 18, 2-4:30 p.m.: Teams of two compete to see who can build the best library in Minecraft. Teams will play in ‘creative mode’ so the only limit is your imagination! Winning teams gets a prize! Information: 845.757.3771; http://tivolilibrary.org

Cut and Paste Collage Workshop

Athens Cultural Center, 24 Second St., Athens, NY 12015 Tues.-Thurs., July 21-23, 1-3 p.m.: Combine color, texture and shapes using found

Storyteller Motoko Dworkin, photo by Susan Wilson.

Just for Fun: Storyteller/Mime Motoko

ps21, 2980 Route 66, Chatham, NY 12037 Friday, July 31, 1 p.m.: Storyteller Motoko enchants children of every age with folktales from Japan leavened with music, mime, and humor. Free. Information: 518.392.6121; http://ps21chatham.org

materials to create original works of art. Ages 7-11. Info: 518.945.2136; http://www.athensculturalcenter.org

Creative Digital Photography

Athens Cultural Center, 24 Second St., Athens, NY 12015 Tues.-Thurs., July 21-23, 3:30-5:30 p.m.: Using their own electronic devices, students will learn how to choose subject matter, shoot stunning photos, manipulate them and create a gallery using Instagram software with Tina Chaden. For ages 12+ Info: 518.945.2136; http://www.athensculturalcenter.org

Just for Fun: Magician Jim Snack

ps21, 2980 Route 66, Chatham, NY 12037 Friday, July 24, 1 p.m.: The region’s most renowned magician and a master of sleight-ofhand, Jim Snack not only amazes and amuses – he makes you a part of the action. Jim will oﬀer a workshop for ages 10 to 12 years old before the performance. Free. Information: 518.392.6121; http://ps21chatham.org

Shrek, Jr.

Center for Performing Arts, 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, July 26, 11 a.m.: Meet the lovable green ogre, Shrek along with a wise-cracking donkey, the gentle Princess Fiona, a band of banished fairytale misﬁts, and the devious Lord Farquaad. Will Shrek rescue Princess

Fiona from the Dragon-guarded tower? Find out in this lovable musical performed by The CENTER’s Kids on Stage Performance group, directed by Diana di Grandi. Tickets: $9; $7 kids Info: 845.876.3080; http://www.centerforperformingarts.org

Curtains Up! Theater Improv

Athens Cultural Center, 24 Second St., Athens, NY 12015 Tues.-Thurs., July 28-30, 1-3 p.m.: Explore your creativity and spontaneity while learning the basics of Improvisational Theatre through games and movement with actress Jessica Iva Coons. Ages 7-11. Info: 518.945.2136; http://www.athensculturalcenter.org

Writing for Environmental Change

Athens Cultural Center, 24 Second St., Athens, NY 12015 Tues.-Thurs., July 28-30, 3:30-5:30 p.m.: Gather together in a writing workshop to develop short pieces inspired by the four elements: earth, water, ﬁre, air. Guided by stories from Native American and other indigenous cultures that have been traditional guardians of the environment, students will create pieces that speak to the earth’s protection with writer Neil Smith. Ages 12+ Info: 518.945.2136; http://www.athensculturalcenter.org

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6th & Columbia, Hudson, NY 12534 Saturdays through November 21, 9 a.m.1 p.m.: Enjoy fresh, local herbs, veggies, ﬂowering plants, fresh baked goods, honey, maple syrup, meat, eggs, cheese, prepared foods, hand-crafted herbal products and more. Info: http://www.hudsonfarmersmarketny.com

Rhinebeck Farmers’ Market

Municipal Parking Lot, E. Market St., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Sundays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: A place where neighbors meet and mingle and visitors can sample the very best of the Hudson Valley. Vendors provide a diverse and unique selection of farm fresh products including fruits and vegetables, beef, pork, lamb, venison, buffalo, fish, chicken, turkey, duck, pheasant, rabbit, eggs from chicken, duck, turkey and pheasant, goat, cow and sheep’s milk cheeses, dairy, honey, juices, jams, flowers & plants, smoked products and much more. Info: http://www.rhinebeckfarmersmarket.com

The Return of Predators to Urban America

Cary Institute Auditorium, 2801 Sharon Tpke (Rte.44), Millbrook, NY 12545 Friday, July 10, 7 p.m.: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences’ Roland Kays will discuss how coyotes and other carnivores are adapting to life near people. Info: 845.677.5343; http://www.caryinstitute.org

Walk & Talk at CEIE: Forestry Walk with Ethan Pierce

Center for Environmental Innovation and Education, 199 Denning’s Ave., Beacon, NY 12508 Saturday, July 11, 10 a.m.: Every forest is waiting to be discovered. Crumbling stone walls, ancient stumps and rusted barbed wire are all clues to a forest’s past. Join forester Ethan Pierce for a morning of surveying at Denning’s Point Info: 845.838.1600 x 26; http://bire.org/events

Following Rivers: Creative Process Artist Talk with Alison M. Jones

Gallery at 199 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508 Saturday, July 11, 6 p.m.: Conservation photographer Alison M. Jones will share the inspiration and creative process behind her photographs taken while on expedition in Africa and North America for her organization No Water No Life® (NWNL). Following Rivers, coordinated with the help of

NWNL Exhibition Editor Jasmine Graf, is a compelling collection of giclee photographs grouped together with informational captioning that will illustrate that what we do in our communities impacts the availability, quality and usage of our freshwater resources. Beacon Institute will showcase the photographs by Ms. Jones at the gallery through October 3. Info: 845.838.1600 x 26; http://bire.org/events

The Invaders Around Us

Cary East (Giﬀord House), 2917 Sharon Tpke (Route 44), Millbrook, NY 12545 Wednesday, July 15, 6 p.m.: Environmental educator Kali Bird will lead an interpretive walk exploring invasive plants and animals that inhabit our backyards, ﬁelds, forests and streams. Registration required. Info: 845.677.5343; http://www.caryinstitute.org

Third Thursday at CEIE: The Extended Brain: How Doing Makes Us Smarter

Center for Environmental Innovation and Education, 199 Denning’s Ave., Beacon, NY 12508 Thursday, July 16, 7 p.m.: Dr. Stephen Uzzo from the New York Hall of Science will talk about how embodied cognition allowed the evolution of human culture and how a revolution in learning is happening through hands-on science museums, the maker movement, virtual games and “high-tech” play. Info: 845.765.2721; http://bire.org/events

5th Anniversary Farm On! Hootenanny

Empire Farm, 556 Empire Rd., Copake, NY Saturday, July 18, 6 p.m. until the ﬁres burn out: Celebrate summer at this historic 220acre property once owned by Henry Astor. Empire Farm will be the backdrop for this 500 person seated beneﬁt dinner for the FarmOn! Foundation complete with food sourced on the farm from students from the Empire Farm AgAcademy. Indulge in the local lifestyle within 30 miles from your plate – complete with 100 family and small scale farmers, celebrities, professional athletes, and Host Chef Jonathan Wright of NYC’s legendary Rainbow Room. Cocktail hour begins with local libations from the Hudson Valley, and a farmers market Hudson Valley cheese course. Live music, whole spit roasted meat, live and silent auction with family style dinner. Sponsors include Whole Foods Market, Maple Hill Creamery, Hudson Valley Fresh, Hillrock Estate Distillery, Dutch’s Spirits, Chatham Brewing, Mazzone

Hospitality, Herringtons, Local Economies Project, SUNY, John Deere, Kohler, Overstock. com and Modern Farmer Magazine. Tickets: $165 Info: 518.329.3276; http://farmonfoundation.org/event-hootenannybeneﬁt-dinner-july-18-2015/

Native Pollinators Workshop

Siegel-Kline Kill Conservation Area, 1452 Garage Place Rd., Ghent, NY 12075 Sunday, July 19, 9 -11 a.m.: Join Columbia Land Conservancy staﬀ and a local wildlife expert to learn about pollinators such as bees, birds, and insects. Native pollinators are vital to the landscape of Columbia County, and they are integral to farming and food production. Unfortunately, many native pollinator populations have been declining in recent years. Learn about the threats they face, and ﬁnd out how to create a habitat that will entice these creatures to stay in your backyard. Info: 518.392.5252 x 205; http://clctrust.org/events

Green Drinks Hosted by CLC

Helsinki Hudson, 405 Columbia St., Hudson, NY 12534 Tuesday, July 21, 5:30 p.m.: This monthly event is a great opportunity to meet and network with conservation-minded people in Columba County. Held on the third Tuesday of each month, with a diﬀerent guest speaker every time. Information: 518.672.7994; http://clctrust.org/events

Natural History Walk

High Falls Conservation Area, 540 Roxbury Rd., Philmont, NY 12565 Saturday, July 25, 8 a.m.: Join environmental educator Justin Wexler for a walk to explore the natural history of the High Falls Conservation Area from Native American times through early settlers, to recent agricultural use, and today’s successional forest. We will explore the diverse plant communities along the shady trails and will admire the views of Columbia County’s highest waterfall. Info: 518.392.5252 x 205; http://clctrust.org/events

8th Annual Farm to Table Beneﬁt Dinner

Katchkie Farm, Kinderhook, NY 12106 Saturday, July 25: The Sylvia Center presents its annual dinner in the ﬁelds of Katchkie Farm hosted by Great Performances. The event celebrates and supports The Sylvia Center’s farm to table programs for Columbia County youth. Info: 212.337.6075; http://sylviacenter.org

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Readings Signings & Screenings Movie Tuesdays

ps21, 2980 Route 66, Chatham, NY 12037 Tuesdays, June 30-Aug. 25, 8:30 p.m.: Movie Tuesdays are free screenings of ﬁlms about dance and music throughout the summer. The Film Festival is a six-day festival of free screenings. This year it’s Great Rides: Movies on and about Trains. Film schedule follows: 6/30, School of Rock; 7/7, Genghis Blues; 7/14, Chulas Fronteras/Del Mero Corazon; 7/21, Schultze Gets the Blues; 7/28-8/2, ﬁlm festival; 8/4, Roberta; 8/11, Guy and Madeline on a Park Bench; 8/18, Les Girls; 8/25, Miss Hill: Making Dance Matter. Information: 518.392.6121; http://ps21chatham.org

Special Event with First Japanese Baseball Player in the Majors: Mashi

Oblong Books & Music, 6422 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Friday, July 3, 7 p.m.: To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first Japanese player in the Majors, Baseball Hall of Fame historian John Thorn will introduce filmmaker Yuriko Gamo Romer who will show a short clip from her upcoming documentary Diamond Diplomacy: U.S. Japan Relations Through a Shared Love of Baseball and discuss Murakami’s importance to U.S.-Japanese relations. Masanori Murakami and his biographer Robert Fitts will then speak about Mashi’s career and his experience as Japan’s first Big Leaguer. Afterwards, Mashi will meet with fans and sign copies of his biography. Info: http://oblongbooks.com

The 34th Black Maria Film Festival: Short Film Program

Upstate Films, Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Friday, July 10, 7 p.m.: An evening of awardwinning short ﬁlms, followed by a Q&A with festival director Jane Steuerwald. Honoring Thomas Edison, inventor and creator of the motion picture, the festival features awardwinning narrative, experimental, animated, and documentary shorts. Tickets: $12; $10 seniors and students; $8 members and kids under 16 Info: http://upstateﬁlms.org/special-events

Exhibition 2015: The Impressionists

The Moviehouse, 48 Main St., Millerton, NY 12546 Tuesday, July 14, 7 p.m.: Fathom Events present the 2015 Exhibition OnScreen Series – A seriesof cinema events showcasing the world’s greatest art collections and blockbuster exhibitions. Exhibition OnScreen oﬀers audiences around the world a private, guided

tour of these exhibitions and the opportunity to immerse themselves in art in vibrant HD. In addition to the actual exhibitions they include interviews with art experts, behind the scene access, collaborations with other artists and biographical features. “The Impressionists” features the world’s most popular artists: Cezanne, Monet, Degas and their compatriots. Tickets: $16 Info: http://themoviehouse.net

Poetry at 1600 Feet: Featuring Jeanann Verlee

Karen’s Country Kitchen, 7950 Main St., Hunter, NY 12442 Sunday, July 19, 5:30 p.m., workshop; 7 p.m., performance and open mic: In three separate events, acclaimed poets will travel to the Catskills to spread the spoken word. Slam poetry has roots in Native American and African American oral storytelling traditions. For many marginalized and under-represented communities, it provides a platform for poets to tell their stories. Jeanann Verlee is author of Said the Manic to the Muse and Racing Hummingbirds, which earned the Independent Publisher Book Award Silver Medal for poetry. She has also been awarded the Third Coast Poetry Prize and the Sandy Crimmins National Prize for Poetry. Her work has appeared in numerous literary magazines. For eight years, Verlee served as director of the Urbana Poetry Slam reading series, where she also acted as writing and performance coach. She has performed and facilitated workshops across North America. Tickets: $3 workshop; $3 open mic Info: http://www.catskillmtn.org

Conjunctions: Francine Prose, Michael Cunningham, and Bradford Morrow Celebrate Bard’s Legendary Literary Journal

Richard B. Fisher Center for Performing Arts at Bard College, Spiegeltent, Annandale-onHudson, NY 12504 Thursday, July 23, 8 p.m.: At this very special night of language and story, preeminent writers Francine Prose (Lovers at the Chameleon Club, Paris 1932) and Michael Cunningham (The Hours) join Bradford Morrow, novelist and editor of the literary journal Conjunctions, for an evening of readings celebrating and beneﬁtting the 25th anniversary of the partnership between the journal and Bard College. Tickets: $25; $50 premium seating Information: 845.758.7900; http://ﬁshercenter.bard.edu

Author Priya Parmar

Hammertown, 6420 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, July 25, 4 p.m.: Vanessa and Her Sister exquisitely captures the champagne-heady days of prewar London and the extraordinary lives of the sisters Vanessa Bell & Virginia Woolf. Hailed by The New York Times Book Review as “an uncanny success” and based on meticulous research, this stunning novel illuminates a little-known episode in the celebrated sisters’ glittering bohemian youth among the legendary Bloomsbury Group. Parmar will also appear on Sunday, July 26 at 12:30 p.m., at Hammertown Barn (3201 Route 199) in Pine Plains. Info: 845.876.1450; 518.398.7075 http://www.oblongbooks.com

Prayers, Pastorals & Pagans: A Duet

CR10, 283 County Route 10, Linlithgo, NY 12534 Saturday, July 25, 5 p.m.: Poet Mark Wunderlich & harsichordist Andrew Appel. Featuring recent work by Wunderlich with music of Couperin & Bach. Tickets: $10 suggested donation Info: http://www.cr10.org; info@cr10.org

Rocky Horror Picture Show

Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, NY 12583 Saturday, July 25, 7 p.m.: Screening of this classic cult ﬁlm with the Apoca-Lips shadow cast! Tickets: free and open to all Info: 845.757.3771; http://www.tivolifreelibrary.org

Special Event: Mary Louise Wilson in Conversation with WAMC’s Joe Donahue

Morton Memorial Library, 82 Kelly St., Rhinecliff, NY 12574 Monday, July 27, 7 p.m.: At this event Tony Award-winning star of Grey Gardens and prolific film actress, most recently seen playing Aunt Martha, in the Academy Award winning Nebraska (2014) will talk with WAMC’s Joe Donahue about her new memoir My First Hundred Years in Show Business her passion for gardening, playwriting and her extensive career in film and on Broadway. A portion of this evening’s event will be recorded for later rebroadcast. Tickets: $10, which may be applied towards the purchase of Wilson’s memoir Info: http://oblongbooks.com

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miscellaneous Behold! New Lebanon

438 State Rd 20, New Lebanon, NY 12125 Saturdays, July 4-September 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: The people of New Lebanon, NY invite you to experience the wonders of their town. Meet the people who continue the town’s tradition of extraordinary spirit and innovation. Experience the joy of living seasonally and to fully engage with rural life and people. Separately ticketed tours and workshops are scheduled throughout the day. The July 4 programming includes: “The Zen of Woof,”, with expert dog trainer Peg Munves; “Speed Demons” with Lebanon Valley Speedway owner Howard Commander; “Make Stuﬀed Sausage” with Phoebe Young; “Going Once, Going Twice! Autioneering 101” with Dolores Meissner; “What You ‘Auto’ Know About Your Car” with mechanic Bud Godfroy; Shuttle bus boards at The Station for each event. Diﬀerent tours are held each weekend. Tickets: $15/ workshop; see website for complete details. Information: 518.720.7265; http://beholdnewlebanon.org

Cupcake Decorating Class

Germantown Library, 31 Palatine Park Rd., Germantown, NY 12526 Friday, July 10, 6-8 p.m: Join instructor Brianna Conte for this tasty tutorial. Cupcakes and supplies provided. Space is limited, please register. Information: 518.537.5800; http://germantownlibrary.org

11th Annual Secret Gardens Tour

Saugerties Area Saturday, July 11, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m: Visit six wonderful private gardens in the Saugerties area. Spend a day viewing nature’s beauty, while getting ideas for your own garden. Proceeds beneﬁt the Boys & Girls Club and the Ulster County SPCA. Information: 845.246.0710

Wilderstein Summer Celebration

330 Morton Rd., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, July 11, 5-8 p.m: Enjoy cocktails and picnic fare at this Roosevelt Era summer celebration. Live music, lawn games, house tours, outdoor sculpture, silent auction and more on the Wilderstein south lawn overlooking the Hudson. Rain or shine. Tickets: $100 Information: 845.876.4818; http://www.wilderstein.org

Annual Monastery Vinegar Festival

Our Lady of the Resurrection Monastery, 246 Barmore Rd., LaGrangeville, NY Sat. & Sun., July 11 & 12, 11 a.m.-4 p.m:

The monastery takes the work-art of making its vinegars very seriously, producing them in limited quantities and allowing them to age slowly, properly, until the fermentation process is complete. The ﬁnal results are vinegars of an exceptional, delicate, fruity, and well-balanced in its superb sweet/sour quality. During the festival there will be an opportunity for tasting and sampling the diﬀerent vinegars, as well as an explanation of their traditional production and slow fermentation process. Other food products from the Monastery farm, gardens, and kitchen also available, such as: Tapenade, Homemade Pesto, Chutney, Tomato Sauce, Salsa, Apple Butter, Apple Sauce, Relishes and dried culinary herbs from the Monastery garden. Monastery cookbooks will be available for purchase and are full of basic vegetarian recipes, inspired by the frugal yet hearty and health-oriented tradition of Saint Benedict. There will also be a variety of books on monastic spirituality. The latest book, Walk in His Ways will be available for signing. Also, Francesco Mastalia, author of Organic, Suzanne Kline Collins, author of O Ascalon! O Ascalon!, and many other local authors will be present to sign their books. Plus, food products, crafts and artwork from local monasteries, farmers and artisans. Information: http://www.ourladyoftheresurrectionmonastery. webs.com

selected for maximum eﬀect throughout the season. Followed by iced tea and scones on the mansion’s porch, overlooking the Hudson River. Tickets: $25/person, reservations required Information: 845.454.4500 x 212; http://www.lgny.org

Antique and Classic Car Show

Millbrook Horse Trials

Locust Grove, 2683 South Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Sunday, July 12, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: View more than 300 antique and classic cars staged on the Estate’s elegant grounds and enjoy vehicles from the dawn of the automobile era through today! Tickets: $8; kids under 6 free Info: 845.454.4500 x 212; http://www.lgny.org

The History of the Colarusso Lime Quarries

Greenport Town Hall, 600 Town Hall Dr., Hudson, NY 12534 Thursday, July 16, 7 p.m.: The Greenport Historical Society welcomes a Colarusso engineer and a ﬁfth-generation family member. Refreshments will be served. Information: 973.979.2115

Behind-the-Scenes in the Garden

Locust Grove, 2683 South Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Sunday, July 19, 1-3 p.m.: Join Locust Grove’s Director of Horticulture in our historic garden at the height of summer bloom. During this informal session you’ll learn how plants are

Dutchess County Garden Conservancy Open Day

Amenia, Millbrook & Salt Point, NY Saturday, July 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Explore six private gardens and two public gardens in Amenia, Millbrook, and Salt Point, open to the public to beneﬁt the Garden Conservancy. No reservations required; rain or shine. Features a plant sale by Broken Arrow Nursery at Innisfree Gardens in Millbrook. Visitors may begin at any of these locations: Jade Hill – Paul Arcario & Don Walker, 13 Lake Amenia Road, Amenia; Mead Farm House Garden, 224 Perry’s Corners Road, Amenia; Innisfree Gardens, 362 Tyrrel Road, Millbrook; Garden of Belinda & Stephen Kaye, 658 Deep Hollow Road, Millbrook; Garden of Katie Ridder & Peter Pennoyer, 366 Ludlow Woods Road, Millbrook; or the Ely Garden, 28 Allen Road, Salt Point. Tickets: $7/private garden; kids 12 & under, free; other fees for public gardens Info: 1-888-842-2442; http://www.opendaysprogram.org Coole Park Farm, Bengall-Amenia Rd., Millbrook, NY 12545 Thurs.-Sun., July 30-Aug. 2: The Millbrook Horse Trials (MHT), a recognized United States Eventing Association (USEA) Event, is an important part of a long equestrian tradition in Dutchess County. Recognized among the region’s most prestigious annual sporting events, it attracts Olympic-level, world-class competitors from the United States and abroad. MHT is the largest event in the northeast and the only one with an advanced division. Considered the triathlon of the equestrian world, Eventing is a rapidly growing sport. It includes three equine disciplines: Dressage, Cross Country and Stadium Jumping. Vendors selling equestrian gear, food vendors. Plus Millbrook School/Trevor Zoo animal trainings & feedings; book signing with Phillip Dutton and Emma Ford, “Modern Eventing with Phillip Dutton” and “World-Class Grooming for Horses.” Information: http://millbrookhorsetrials.com

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