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Contents contents

Meet the Real Frankenstein

Palette Calendar begins

Industrial Evolution: Industrial Remnants as Home Decor by Nicole Ashey

Live On Stage! Calendar begins

Autumn Concerts Calendar begins

Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra: Opening Concert has Strings Attached

Just Wait ‘til Next Year by Brian PJ Cronin

An Organic and Local Harvet at Gray Horse Farm by Brian PJ Cronin

Photography Made Easy: Photographing Children by Joel Weisbrod

Take the Kids Calendar begins

Frightful Fun Calendar begins

Ruminations: Winter Grazing by Owen O’Connor

Bright Green Valley Calendar begins

Readings, Signings & Screenings Calendar begins

Miscellaneous Calendar begins

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P.O. Box 178 Red Hook, NY 12571 845-546-3051

Nicole Ashey, Brian PJ Cronin, Kristen Cronin, Jennifer Kiaba, Owen O’Connor, Joel Weisbrod

Special Thanks: Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra Jim Brady JoAnn Feigenheimer

Jim Gibbons: Publisher jgibbons@hvrising.com Heather Gibbons: Creative Director calendarhog@hvrising.com Contents ©2010 Rising Tide Communications, LLC No portion may be reproduced in whole or in part without the express written permission of the publisher

On the Cover: Gray Horse Farm hens. Photo by Kristen Cronin.

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A man collected from fragments... what could he think or remember?

Frankenstein MEET THE REAL

Tara Paradise Dwyer, Jim Brady & Stephen Tirch. Photo submitted.

he Cunneen Hackett Arts Center and 4th Wall Productions are pleased to present Frankenstein, a new musical making its Hudson Valley premiere with music by Mark Baron, book and lyrics by Jeffrey Jackson, original story adaptation by Gary P. Cohen from the novel by Mary Shelley. This dark and provocative ...this is not the off-Broadway musical is based glamorized ‘Hollywood-ized’ on the original Mary Shelley version of Frankenstein. classic novel, Frankenstein; Or, This play focuses on the The Modern Prometheus. It takes human side of the story. the audience on a journey that ~Jim Brady follows the surprising and chilling life of the brilliant young scientist Victor Frankenstein, and his quest to discover the secret of life by creating a human being of his own design. Instead, he creates a monster. According to 4th Wall’s Jim Brady, who plays Dr. Victor Frankenstein, “this is not the glamorized ‘Hollywood-ized’ version of Frankenstein. This play focuses on the human side of the story.” Don’t expect the bumbling, confused monster of past movies and pop culture. This monster is the reincarnated form of a condemned man who had been executed, and whose corpse is brought back to life by Dr. Frankenstein. This flesh-and-blood creature then embarks on a moving journey where he remembers being human and what it felt like to be loved. He wants his wife and his old life back. While terrifying in appearance, Frankenstein’s monster grows to be articulate,

cunning and thirsting for revenge. Frankenstein is a tragic love story and an exploration of the overarching themes of Science vs. God, the laws of nature and morality. This song-rich musical contains everything from ballads to soaring ensemble numbers. According to Brady, the music is “a wonderful combination of Les Miserables meets Jekell-Hyde meets The Scarlet Pimpernel.” The rather stark set uses projections, animation and pinpoint lighting to take viewers on a journey around the world – from the Arctic to Europe – sometimes in a matter of minutes, mirroring the action of the novel. The production oﬀers audiences a chance to learn the “real story” of Frankenstein, just in time for Halloween. Frankenstein is directed by veteran New Paltz performer/director Guy Anthony and features a dozen seasoned actors and singers from the Hudson Valley; including Jim Brady, Stephen Tirch and Tara Paradise Dwyer. Holly Roush is the musical director. Frankenstein is produced by special arrangement with Playscripts Inc. Frankenstein opens on Friday, October 15, and runs through Sunday, October 24. Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 p.m., and Sunday matinees are at 3 p.m. Tickets are $18.00. Reservation may be made by calling Cunneen Hackett Arts Center at 845-4864571 or on the web at www.4thwallproductions.net. Group rates are available.

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Albert Shahinian Fine Art Gallery @ Prudential/SERLS

6384 Mill Street (Rte. 9), Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Through October 30: “The Luminous Landscape,” 13th Annual Invitational Exhibition. Featured artists are: Eline Barclay, Cindy Dill, Yale Epstein, Gary E. Fifer, Arnold Levine, Christie Scheele and Robert Trondsen. Hours: Call for hours. Information: 845.876.7578; http://shahinianﬁneart.com

Albert Shahinian Fine Art Upstairs Galleries

22 East Market Street, Suite 301-303, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Through October 30: “12th Anniversary Exhibition” including, among others, Margaret Crenson, David Eddy, Leslie Bender, Connie Fiedler, Yale Epstein, Madeleine Segall-Marx & Christie Scheele. Hours: Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; open until 8 p.m. every Third Saturday for Rhinebeck ArtsWalk; also by appointment or chance. Information: 845.876.7578

Barrett Art Center

55 Noxon St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 October 23-November 20: “New Directions 2010 26th Annual National Juried Contemporary Art Exhibition,” juried by Nat Trotman, Associate Curator of Contemporary Art, Guggenheim Museum of Art, New York. Sixty works of art selected from more than 1,200 entries reﬂecting new directions in paintings, drawings, photographs, printmaking, collage, sculpture and mixed media works.

“Anticipation” by Karen Celella is part of teh New Directions ‘10 exhibition at Barrett Art Center.

Solo Gallery, October 23-November 20: “Roadscapes,” recent paintings by Margaret Crenson. Opening Reception: Saturday, October 23, 4-6 p.m. Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. & Fri.; 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Sat.; or by appointment. Information: 845.471.2550; info@barrettartcenter.org; http://www.barrettartcenter.org

Barrett Clay Works

485 Main St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Through October 16: “National Cup Show,” juried ceramic show. Through October 23: Mark Nilsson Solo Show, “Puer Aeternus: The Eternal Child. Hours: Daily, hours vary. See web site for details. Information: 845.471.0407; info@barrettartcenter.org; http://www.barrettartcenter.org

BAU Gallery

161 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508 October 9-November 7: “bau 70: Michael Gaydos, New Paintings.” Hours: Sat. & Sun., noon-6 p.m., or by appointment Information: 845.222.0177; http://baugallery.com

The Beacon Institute Gallery

199 Main St., Beacon, NY, 12508 October 9-March 6, 2011: “Russell Cusick, Hudson River Reﬂections.” Hudson Valley photographer and mixed medium artist Russell Cusick

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presents a collection of photo-acrylic panoramas from Bear Mountain Bridge to Kingston-Rhinecliﬀ Bridge. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.; 2nd Saturdays, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Information: 845.838.1600; http://www.bire.org; info@bire.org

Betsy Jacaruso Studio & Gallery

The Chocolate Factory, 54 Elizabeth St., Red Hook, NY 12571 Ongoing: “Botanicals. Landscapes and Still Lifes in Watercolor” by Betsy Jacaruso. Hours: Wed.-Sat., noon-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-4 p.m.; and by appointment or chance. Information: 845.758.9244; http://www.betsyjacarusostudio.com

CCS Bard Hessel Museum of Art

Bard College, River Rd., Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504 Through December 19: “At Home/Not at Home: Works from the Collection of Martin and Rebecca Eisenberg.” The Eisenbergs have been collecting contemporary art for over 25 years. Their collection features major works by artists including Kai Althoﬀ, Jeremy Deller, Peter Doig, David Hammons, Mary Heilmann, Elizabeth Peyton, and Rirkrit Tiravanija. Curated by White Columns director and CCS Bard faculty member Matthew Higgs, At Home / Not at Home will present an extensive selection of works from one of New York’s most extraordinary private collections, on public view for the ﬁrst time. Information: 845.758.7598; http://www.bard.edu/ccs

two additional installation sites were added: the Viera Building on the corner of Main & North Streets; and Roundhouse on East Main. Information: http://www.electricwindowsbeacon.com

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143 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508 October 9-January 8, 2011: “One Block: A New Orleans Neighbourhood Rebuilds,” photographs by Dave Anderson. Hours: Fri.-Sun., noon-6 p.m. Information: 845.765.2199; info@foveaexhibitions.org; http://www.foveaexhibitions.org

Howland Cultural Center

162 Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Through October 31: “Humanity-Awareness-Imagination,” celebrating Hispanic-American History Month, 22 Latino-American artists show their work. November 1-14: “Rock and Roll Stew” Avalon Archives Museum of Rock and Roll Exhibition. Hours: Thursday-Sunday, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Information: 845.831.4988; http://www.howlandculturalcenter.org

Hudson Beach Glass

Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center

9 & 12 Vassar Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Through October, 12 Vassar: David Rocco Photo Exhibit. Hours: Call for hours. Information: 845.486.4571; http://cunneen-hackett.org

162 Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 October 9-November 6: “Passionate Fire: Woodﬁred Ceramics from the Tony Moore Kiln.” Artists include: Tony Moore, Karen Adelaar, Paul Boucher, Jennie Chien, Dan Greenfeld, Susan Kotulak, Douglas Navarra, Myra Nissim, Mark Potter, Deborah Rosenbloom, Daniel Russo, Joan Shulman, David Soo, Peter Yamaoka. Artist Talks: Saturday, October 23 & Saturday, November 6, 4 p.m. Hours: daily, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Information: 845.440.0068; http://www.hudsonbeachglass.com

Dia:Beacon

James W. Palmer III Gallery

Riggio Galleries, 3 Beekman Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Permanent Collection: Dia:Beacon is a museum for the Dia Art Foundation’s renowned collection of art from the 1960’s to the present. In addition to the permanent collection, Dia Art Foundation is currently exhibiting: Through January 9, 2011: Zoe Leonard: “You see I am here after all.” New York based artist Zoe Leonard presents an installation of several hundred postcards of Niagara Falls. Ongoing: “Drawing Series...” Sol LeWitt. Dia’s presentation of wall drawings b Sol LeWitt from the late 1960s through the mid-1970s was selected by the artist himself. Ongoing: “24 Farben – fur Blinky (24 Colors – for Blinky), 1977,” Imi Knoebel’s cycle of 21 shaped paintings. Ongoing: “Beacon Point,” George Trakas’ project for Beacon Point. Tickets: $10; $7 seniors and students; under 12 free Hours: Thurs.-Mon., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Information: 845.440.0100; www.diaart.org

College Center, Main Building, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 Through October 23: “Adventures of Volitia: Paradise, Again,” an installation by Melissa Marks that originated in 2009 at Bloomberg SPACE in London as part of their prestigious COMMA series of contemporary art. The exhibition will feature a new wall drawing created by Marks in response to the setting of the Palmer Gallery. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m. Information: http://palmergallery.vassar.edu

Electric Windows

460 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508 Through November 7: “Best Works Plus,” Marion Royael celebrates the spirit of contemporary art with new extravagant works created by the innovative artists represented by the gallery. The featured original works were created from a challenge to explore and surpass their own best work. Each artist tapped their own creative skills and imagination to create a new deﬁnitive work. The result is an exhibition of “Best Works” by these forward thinking artists. Hours: noon-7 p.m., Thurs.-Sun. Information: 541.301.0032; http://www.marionroyaelgallery.com continued on page 10 g

510 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508 Ongoing: Art installation on the exterior of a 19th century factory building. The installation - large painted canvases created on site “live” during the July 31 opening event - was created by 27 street artists, including: Avic Tchernichovski, Big Foot, Buxtonia, Cern, Chris Stain, Chris Yormick, Depoe, Elbow Toe, Elia Gurna, Ellis G, Erik Otto, Eugene Good, Faust, Gaia, Joe Iurato, Mr Kiji, Logan Hicks, Michael De Feo, PaperMonster, Peat Wollaeger, Rick Price, Riiisa Boogie, Ron English, Ryan Bubnis, Ryan Williams, Skewville, and TC. This year,

Locust Grove

2683 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Through October 31: “Reclaiming Order,” photographs by Karen Capobianco. Hours: Daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: 845.454.4500; http://www.lgny.org

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Montgomery Row Second Level

6423 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Through November 30: “Multiples: Black-and-White Photos in Pairs and Series!” a solo exhibition of photographs by local artist Phyllis Marsteller. The exhibit showcases more than 20 works focusing on people, wildlife and the Gehry architecture at Bard College. Each work consists of two or more views of a similar subject. “Through a sequence of photos,” Marsteller says, “I can show a single subject from more than one perspective, show the interaction of two or more subjects, or show a progression over time.” Sale of the artists works beneﬁt the Esopus Meadows Lighthouse. Opening Reception: Saturday, October 16, 4-6 p.m. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Information: 845.876.0543; http://www.montgomeryrow.com

Open Space Gallery

510 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508 Through October: “Fragmented Yet Focused,” featuring recent collages and Polaroid composites by Patrick Winﬁeld. Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. & Sat., noon-5 p.m.; Sun., by appt. Information: 845-765-0731; http://www.openspacebeacon.com

RiverWinds Gallery

172 Main St., Beacon 12508 Through November 8: “Glazed” porcelain paintings by Paola Bari. “Painting on porcelain has always been fascinating for me. The distinct qualities of porcelain, the capacity of transmitting light, the brilliant surface for colors and patterns, the three-dimensional capability have made this medium intriguing and demanding.” says Paola. It is

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“Penguins” by Phyllis Marsteller at Montgomery Row Second Level through November 30.

like combining the challenges of painting on canvas and modeling a sculpture where combinations of styles transform ones’ perceptions of a piece of porcelain. Artists’ Reception: Saturday, October 23, 4-7 p.m. Hours: Wed.-Mon., noon-6 p.m.; Second Saturdays, until 9 p.m. Information: 845.838.2880; http://riverwindsgallery.com

RiverWinds Gallery @ Wells Fargo Advisors

6423 Montgomery St., Suite 10, 2nd Floor, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Through October 25: “Flora,” featuring a strong collection of ﬂoral images by a group of accomplished painters and photographers.. Featuring the work of: Nicholas Bouteneﬀ, Sandy Brandman, Jean Desmostes, Michael Garland, Theresa Gooby, Alexis Lynch, Basha Maryanska, Esther McHenry, Rita Pignato, Neela Pushparaj, Mary Evelyn Whitehill and others. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; and by appt. Information: 845.838.2880; http://riverwindsgallery.com

Tivoli Artists Co-op

60 Broadway, Tivoli, NY 12583 October 22-November 14: “The Dark Side,” curated by Janet Jappen, Jennifer Harris and Dea Archbold. Opening Reception: Saturday, October 23. with spooky readings and costume party. Hours: Fri., 5-9 p.m.; Sat., 1-9 p.m.; Sun., 1-5 p.m. Information: 845.757.2667; http://www.tivoliartistsco-op.com

The Upstairs Gallery at Merritt Bookstore

57 Front Street, Millbrook, NY 12545 Through October: “Lens & Brush: The Natural Year in Photographs and Paintings,” over 50 pieces in digital and ﬁlm photographs,

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watercolor and oil paintings by Ellen Stockdale-Wolfe. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Information: 845.677.5857; http://www.merrittbooks.com

Columbia.com Carrie Haddad Gallery

622 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Through October 31: “Landscapes,” an exhibition of new works by Jane Bloodgood-Abrams, Thomas Locker, Harry Orlyk, Leigh Palmer, and Laura Von Rosk. From one artist to the next, the approach taken towards the landscape varies, yet all contain a very personal interpretation of the picturesque. November 1-December 12: “Richard Merkin: Paintings and Surprises” and “Abstractions by Meg Lipke.” Reception: Saturday, November 6, 6-8 p.m. Hours: Thurs.-Mon., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: 518.828.1915; http://www.carriehaddadgallery.com

Columbia County Council on the Arts

CCCA Gallery 209 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Through November 5: “Illustrator’s Showcase.” The show features 14 artists’ works in book illustrations, fashion illustrations, botanical illustrations and graphic arts illustrations. The works are on display along with a selection of works from the estate of renowned artist/ illustrator Howard Knotts (1922-2005). A selection of his originals writings and drawings will be on display. Information: 518.671.6213; http://www.artscolumbia.org

Davis Orton Gallery

114 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Through October 17: “Apparitions,” photographs by Sylvia Plachy. October 22-November 14: “Transformations,” photographs by Nina Bachinsky Gimmel; and “Recent Work” drawings and paintings by David Drake. In this series, Nina Bachinsky Gimmel presents a photographic study of the strange and imperfect form of food. These images show the bizarre, alien and sculptural side of what we eat. David Drake’s drawings and paintings are strongly inﬂuenced by his printmaking background. While his subject matter is eclectic, as with printmaking, it is shape and the gestural line that guides his imagery. Reception: Saturday, October 23, 3-5 p.m. Hours: Thursday-Sunday, noon-6 p.m. Information: 518.697.0266; mark@davisortongallery.com; http://davisortongallery.com

Evelyn & Maurice Sharp Gallery

Olana State Historic Site, Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Through October: “Fern Hunting among These Picturesque Mountains: Frederic Edwin Church in Jamaica.” Gallery Tours: $6; $5 seniors & students; children 12 and under, free. Hours: Thursday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: 518.828.0135; http://www.olana.org

Hudson Opera House

“Teacups” 25” x 32 “ archival pigment print by David Halliday.

Carrie Haddad Photographs

318 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Through November 7: “David Halliday: Still Life, In Color” and works by Chad Kleitsch and Alexander Turnquist. Halliday has a talent for making the common look uncommon, for creating unexpected drama with a few simple elements. Surely, what could be more exhausted and cliched than a still life. And yet, in these photographs, expressed with maturity and executed with conﬁdence, Halliday succeeds in creating something fresh. Hours: Thurs.-Mon., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: 518.828.7655; http://www.carriehaddadgallery.com

Coachman’s House

Olana State Historic Site, Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Through October 31: “In the Footsteps of Frederic Church: Photos by Larry Lederman.” Larry Lederman is a photographer and writer who has traveled to many of the locations Frederic Church visited. This exhibition displays photographs of a number of sites that Frederic Church painted and seek to evoke his artistic vision and explore his art. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., daily Information: 518.828.0135; http://www.olana.org

Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534 Through October 31: “Phenomena,” a group exhibition of works that explore the natural world. Artists include Guy Beining, Thomas Huber, Ingrid Ludt and Claudia McNulty. November 6-December 11: Cynthia Carlson “Paintings and Works on Paper. Opening Reception: Saturday, November 6, 5-7 p.m. Hours: Thursday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: 518.828.0135; http://www.olana.org

John Davis Gallery

362 1/2 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534 October 14-November 7: Katherine Bradford “A Collection of Small Paintings.” Plus: sculpture by Tim Rowan; installation by Joy Taylor; paintings by Rebecca Allan, Nick Morgan and Jean Feinberg; and mixed media by Renee Iacone-Clearman. Reception: Saturday, October 16, 6-8 p.m. Hours: Thurs.-Mon., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: 518.828.5907; http://www.johndavisgallery.com

Nicole Fiacco Gallery

336 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534 Through October 23: “Ken Polinskie: Nothing to Fear.” Hours: Tues-Sat., noon-6 p.m.; and by appointment Information: 518.828.5090; http://nicoleﬁaccogallery.com

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Exhibit and Auction Fundraiser for Harrier Fields Farm

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Omi International Arts Center

Charles B. Beneson Visitors Center Gallery & Fields Sculpture Park, 1405 County Route 22, Ghent, NY 12075 Ongoing, The Fields Sculpture Park, during daylight hours: Approximately 400 acres of farmland of which 100 acres are dotted with internationally recognized contemporary sculpture. The Fields’ mission is to expand the experience of what contemporary art viewed in a natural environment can be. Information: 518.392.4747; http://artomi.org

Spencertown Academy Arts Center

790 Route 203, Spencertown, NY 12017 Through October 17: “Abelardo Morell - Photographs.” a special gallery exhibition featuring the work of internationally recognized photographer Abelardo Morell. October 30-November: “What’s So Funny?” Reception: Saturday, October 30, 5-7 p.m. Hours: Thurs.-Sun., 1-5 p.m. Information: 518.392-3693; http://spencertownacademy.org

Community Room, Chatham Real Food Market Co-op, 15 Church St. (Route 203), Chatham, NY Through Friday, October 15: As part of the annual Columbia County Council on the Arts ArtsWalk, an exhibit and auction of works by Jason Houston, Peter Zander, and Joan Harris will support Harrier Field Farm in Schodack Landing, which suffered a major fire in July 2010. The exhibit will include photographs by Jason Houston and Peter Zander, and paintings by Joan Harris. One work by each artist will be on sale in a Silent Auction, all of the proceeds of which will go to the Harrier Field Farms Assistance Fund. The fund has been set up to help Mike Scannell and Joan Harris, owners of the farm, rebuild their barns that were burned down and replace the farm equipment that was destroyed in the fire. The community has come forward and generously supported the fund but the farmers are still short of the funds needed to rebuild. Information: 518.392.3353; http://www.chathamrealfoodcoop.net

The Learning Lab at Dia:Beacon: Film Screening

3 Beekman Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Saturday, October 16, 2-4 p.m.: Beacon Art Salon teams up with Art21 to offer a special pre-screening of Art21 Presents: William Kentridge: Anything Is Possible. This is an hour-long film on the life and work of the South African artist William Kentridge, and the first Art21 film devoted to a single artist. This documentary provides a rare, intimate look at the creative process, political and artistic philosophies, and personal background of one of the most provocative and dynamic artists working today. After the screening, the local art duo Thundercut featuring Dan Weise and Kalene Rivers will lead a discussion on the topic Collaboration in Contemporary Art. Information: http://www.beaconcitizen.com/group/beaconartsalon

Workshops & Special Events Life Drawing

Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534 Sundays, Through November 28, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Allows artists to work independently in a disciplined environment; no instructor or speciﬁc method followed. Fee: $10 per session Information: 518.822.1438; http://www.hudsonoperahouse.org

ARTlandish!

Olana State Historic Site, Wagon House Education Center/Farm Complex, 5720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Sundays, 1-4 p.m.: Create art in the landscape-not such an outlandish idea! Frederic Church sketched outside noting details in nature and went back to the studio to paint. Drop-in for sketch paper, pencils and clipboards. Head out into Olana’s picturesque landscape to sketch your very own view. Come back to the “studio” to use colored pencils, oil pastels and watercolors to ﬁnish your artwork. Fee: Free, $5 vehicle use fee applies. Information: 518.828.1872 x 109; http://olana.org

Painting from the ‘09 Paint Out, Twilight Storm, oil, 40” x 60”, by Robert Schneider

Rhinebeck Paint Out & Art Auction

Church of the Messiah Parish Hall, 6436 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, October 16, 9-3 p.m., paint out; 4-5 p.m., public viewing of art up for bid, auction begins at 5 p.m.: Fine art paintings and pastels of Rhinebeck and Hudson Valley scenes created en plein air (on location) by 50 professional artists. Professional auctioneer, Harmer Johnson, formerly of Sothebys. Information: 845.471.2550; info@barrettartcenter.org; http://www.barrettartcenter.org

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Third Saturday: Art in Rhinebeck

Montgomery & Market Streets, Village of Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, October 16, noon-9 p.m.: Village-wide celebration of the arts featuring gallery openings, author readings, performance and music. Information: 845.876.5904; http://www.artalongthehudson.com/ rhinebeck; http://www.rhinebeckchamber.com

Lecture: Artists and the Hudson River: Landscapes of Thomas Cole, Frederic Church, and Jervis McEntee

Olana Visitors Center, 5720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, October 16, 2 p.m.: Dr. David Schuyler will present an illustrated lecture on how all three artists shared a strong aﬃnity for the Hudson River Valley. Space is limited. Tickets: $10 Information: 518.828.1872 x 103; http://www.olana.org

2010 Arteast Open Studio Tour: Northern Dutchess

Dover Plains, Amenia, Millerton & Stanfordville, NY Sat. & Sun., Oct. 16 & 17, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.: Visit artists in their studios and get a behind-the-scenes look at their creative processes on this selfguided tour. Original, aﬀordable art for sale. Free admission. Follow the yellow signs across scenic Dutchess County - tour maps available for download at the website. Information: 845.855.1676; http://www.arteastdutchess.com

The Studio Experience

@ Sydney Cash’s Studio in Marlboro, NY 12542 Sunday, October 17, 1:30-3:30 p.m.: Mill Street Loft oﬀers a chance to discover the magic behind the creative process by meeting artists in their own environment. At on-site studio visits you will have the opportunity to see the artist in action and discuss how they approach their projects, choose their media, and develop their ideas. Cash is a sculptor, painter and jewelry designer. Repeats 10/24 at Rosendale painter/NYT best selling illustrator David Soman’s studio. Tickets: $35; $25 members Information: 845.471.7477; http://www.millstreetloft.org

Community Event: TSL Mural Painting Project

Time and Space Limited, 434 Columbia St., Hudson, NY 12534 Sunday, October 17 & Saturday, October 23, noon-4 p.m.: The TSL Community Mural Project will be launching a tree mural designed by artist Ryder Cooley on the front of the Orange House, former site of the TSL Youth Center. The community is invited to attend one of their mural painting events and contribute by hand painting a leaf and/or helping to paint the house. The leaves will be attached to painted trees on the house to create a beautiful 3-dimensional mural. Information: cooley@yahoo.com

2010 Arteast Open Studio Tour: Southern Dutchess

Pawling, Patterson, Poughquag, Holmes, Hopewell Junction, Wingdale, Sat. & Sun., Oct. 23 & 24, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.: Visit artists in their studios and get a behind-the-scenes look at their creative processes on this selfguided tour. Original, aﬀordable art for sale. Free admission. Tour maps available for download at the website. Information: 845.855.1676; http://www.arteastdutchess.com

Dove Cottage Artists Open Studio

Dove Cottage, 1185 Woods Road, Germantown, NY 12526 Sunday, October 24, noon-4 p.m.: Dove Cottage artists celebrate the 300th Anniversary of the Palatines’ arrival in Germantown with art created for the Celebration by 12 local artists. Watercolors, acrylics, oils and assemblages. Refreshments. Information: 518.755.9904; helensacco301@yahoo.com

Kaleidoscope: Interdisciplinary Views on Art

Vassar College Chapel, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 Thursday, October 28, 6 p.m.: “Piety and Pilgrimage: Life and Times of a 13th-century Madonna and Child,” ﬁve Vassar professors consider this medieval Spanish sculpture of the Madonna and Child from the permanent collection of the Art Center. The evening includes a performance of sacred music by student ensemble, the Vassar Camerata. Tickets: Free and open to the public. Information: 845.437.5632; http://ﬂlac.vassar.edu

Gallery Talk at Dia:Beacon

Riggio Galleries, 3 Beekman St., Beacon, NY 12508 Saturday, October 30, 2 p.m.: Claire Barliant on Franz Erhard Walther. Claire Barliant is a Brooklyn-based freelance critic and writer whose work has appeared in numerous publications. Tickets: Free with museum admission; reservations recommended. Information: 845.440.0100; http://www.diaart.org

Performance and Screening of Works by Max Neuhaus

Dia:Beacon, Riggio Galleries, 3 Beekman St., Beacon, NY 12508 Sunday, October 31, 2 p.m.: An event to celebrate the work of Max Neuhaus and the recently published book Max Neuhaus: Times Square, Time Peace Beacon. David Shively will perform a selection of Neuhaus’s early concert realizations of works by New York School composers, followed by a special screening showing rarely seen ﬁlms and videos of and by Neuhaus, including Phill Niblock’s 1967 Max and a recently discovered video documenting Drive-in Music. Tickets: Free with museum admission; reservations recommended. Information: 845.440.0100; http://www.diaart.org

Contemporary Artists on Contemporary Art: A Hudson Valley Artists Dialogue Series

BEAHIVE, 291 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508 Thursday, November 4, 7:30-9 p.m.: This dialogue series feature local emerging and established artists in discussions with fellow artists about their work, their process and their views on issues in contemporary art. Moderated by Stacey Ward Kelly, founder and director of Beacon Art Salon, also the event sponsors. Meets on the ﬁrst Thursday of the month October - June 2011. Tickets: $5 suggested donation Information: http://www.beaconcitizen.com/group/beaconartsalon

Artful Appetizers & Conversation

Mill Street Loft Gallery 45, 45 Pershing Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Saturday, November 6, 5:30-7 p.m. Enjoy delicious and artfully created appetizers and participate in fascinating conversations, led by Cornelia Seckel, Publisher of Art Times. This month’s special guest is architect Alison Spear. Tickets: Free; registration appreciated. Information: 845.471.7477; http://www.millstreetloft.org

Second Saturday Beacon

Main St., Beacon, NY 12508 Saturday, November 13, noon-9 p.m.: City-wide arts celebration with gallery openings, food, antique stores and shopping, historic sites and entertainment. Information: http://beaconarts.org

Discover the Art of Style: Fine Art & Craft Market

Mercury Grand Hotel, 2170 South Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Sat., Nov. 13, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., Nov. 14, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Proceeds beneﬁt Dutchess County Arts Council. Tickets: $5; $4 student & seniors Information: 845.454.3222; http://artsmidhudson.org

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REMNANTS AS HOME DECOR

a n axe, a ﬁshing spear, a giant mixing blade,

barbed wire, a machine base—not the first things that come to mind when you’re redecorating the family room. However, for the better part of the past decade, a growing trend to adaptively reuse industrial remnants as furniture and decorative accessories has emerged. Whether you want to run with the cool crowd or not, using these items as décor adds an element of history and warmth to any room, (even if it’s an axe) and not only that, it’s eco-friendly too. Last year, I opened the catalog for Roost, one of the leading wholesalers for modern home furnishings, and there were giant metal halide light bulbs on walnut bases, and vintage foundry molds for automotive and railway parts—all meant for purely decorative tabletop delight. This signaled supply meeting demand. However, the supply has existed locally for years prior to my thumbing through that catalog. Mark Wasserbach and Larry Forman have been trolling the tri-state region for about two decades foraging early farm tools, sand-casting forms (sand casting is a casting process where molten metal is poured into a mold made of sand), molds for just about any metal part, hooks, steam valve cranks and the list goes on. Their shop in Hudson is a great starting point for the inventive mind. Their clientele include fellow shopkeepers, designers, photo stylists and art directors for print and film. I can speak from experience, a sand-casting form at the right height makes for a great table base. You’ll probably have to retrofit the item yourself, or collaborate with someone in the wood or metal trade, but Mark and Larry’s Antiques is the go-to source for raw materials for such projects. If you’re feeling less industrious, don’t fret, you have options. High Falls Mercantile has been in operation for seven years offering a beautifully

displayed mix of old and new home furnishings. They carry the largest selection of industrial décor I’ve seen in the area, and their specialty is old hand tools mounted on custom-made metal display stands. From old kitchen chopping devices, to hand-forged iron tongs, wrenches and eel spears, these items once used for everyday tasks can now retire as knock out tabletop sculpture. And if you’re looking for ways to mix up your accessories, this shop is truly inspiring. It will illustrate, for instance, that you can most definitely pair an antique, broad-headed axe with a soft linen throw in a small space. Another fabulous resource is Hunter Bee in Millerton. Along with their eclectic mix of early American, mid-century and contemporary furnishings, they also have a selection of industrial pieces: a small water wheel, fan blades and glass fishing buoys, to name a few. In addition, they have been wiring industrial-sized dough mixing blades to be used as table lamps—quirky and very cool. Finally, what really stands out, is their collection of wooden hat molds. Who knew what it used to take to shape a hat? As it turns out, Sandra Macintosh knew, and still knows. Sandra is the owner of East Market Street Antiques in Red Hook. Her shop serves as part retail shop, part museum. The collection of items she houses here is quite simply astounding. I dare say her store should be added to the book 1,000 Places to See Before You Die. Also a sculptor, Sandra arranges and curates with amazing artistry—auto and railroad reflectors, rotary hoes, early kitchen tools, queen bee boxes, and 20 or more different styles of barbed wire. All these items were hand made once upon a time and all are uniquely beautiful. About a month ago, I walked into the office of my neighbor and commercial landlord, Metco-

Display at High Falls Mercantile. Photo by Jennifer Kiaba.

nix, Inc., a custom metal shop in Beacon. I needed to ask a question and I instantly forgot why I was there. There sat two of the most amazing objects I’ve ever seen—ribbed and striated, shiny, silver blocks of metal with rounded edges and a worn, black patina. I learned that they were motorcycle engine heads. Metconix had fabricated the display stands on which they sat, and they were about to be reborn as tabletop accessories for one of New York’s most renowned decorators. Ha! Celebrities and hedge-fund managers with motorcycle parts in their living room! So if you’re in the market for a decorative piece to add character to your home, there are many unusual, wonderful objects in need of good homes (and now you know where to ﬁnd some of them).

Mark and Larry’s Antiques 612 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 518 701 5382 High Falls Mercantile 113 Main Street. High Falls, NY 800 687 6707; highfallsmercantile.com Hunter Bee 21 Main Street, Millerton, NY 518 789 2127; beestyled.com East Market Street Antiques 25 East Market Street, Red Hook, NY 845 758 9000; eastmarketstreetantiques.com Nicole Ashey is the principal of Burlock Decorating & Home Staging. She lives in Beacon and is one of the organizers of the art event Electric Windows. For more inspiration and decorating ideas, view her website www.burlockhome.com or follow Burlock on Facebook.

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LIVE ON STAGE!

See the revolutionary theater artists Mummenschanz at UPAC on October 23.

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

The Center for Performing Arts, Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Through October 17; Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 3 p.m.: A charming rogue contrives to serve a short sentence in an airy mental institution rather than in a prison. He leads others out of introversion, stages a revolt so that they can see the world series on television, and arranges a rollicking midnight party with liquor and chippies, which ends in a ﬁnal climatic clash with the head nurse. A CENTERstage Production directed by Andy Weintraub. Tickets: $20; $18 seniors and children. Information: 845.876.3080; www.centerforperformingarts.org

Doubt: A Parable

Watts de Peyster Hall, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583 Thurs.-Sat., Oct. 14-16, 8 p.m.; Sun., Oct. 17, 3 p.m.: Tangent Arts presents “Doubt: A Parable” by John Patrick Shanley. Tickets: $15; $12, students Information: 845.230.7020; http://www.tangent-arts.org/home/doubt

Frankenstein

Cunneen Hackett Arts Center, 12 Vassar St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 Fri. & Sat., Oct. 15, 16, 22 & 23, 8 p.m.; Sun., Oct. 17 & 24, 3 p.m.: 4th Wall Productions in association with Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center presents “Frankenstein,” a new musical by Mark Baron, Jeﬀrey Jackson and Gary P. Cohen. Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. Tickets: $18 Information: 845.486.4571; http://4thwallproductions.net

Hay Fever

The Ghent Playhouse. 6 Town Hall Place, Ghent, NY 12075 October 15-31, Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m.: Noel Coward’s uproarious sophisticated comedy about what was supposed to be a quiet weekend in the country. As the guest list grows and the confusion mounts so does the hilarity. Directed by Kate Gulliver. Tickets: $15 Information: 518.392.6264; http://www.ghentplayhouse.org

A Remembrance of Edna

Spencertown Academy, Route 203, Spencertown, NY 12165 Monday, October 18, 6:45 p.m.: Performances to honor the 60th anniversary of the death of poet Edna St. Vincent Millay. Liz Queler & Seth Farber perform selections from “The Edna Project,” musical settings of Millay’s poetry. Indie band GHOST GHOST perform “No Clothes on a Ragged Line,” a song cycle recounting the poets life, and actor Johnna Murray and Millay Society Executive Director Peter Berman present a “conversation in poetry” drawn from Millay’s work. Reception follows performance. Tickets: $35 suggested contribution Information: 518.392.3693; http://www.spencertownacademy.org

Unconventional Warfare

Stageworks/Hudson, 41 Cross St., Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, October 16, 8 p.m.: An idealistic young woman joins an antiwar group violently protesting the Iraq War at a military recruiting station. There she engages in a heated argument with any army

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recruiter. Who is the villain? Presented by HRC Showcase Theatre. Reservations required. Tickets: Call for tickets and info Information: 518.799.3230

The Merchant of Venice

The Center for Performing Arts, Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 October 22-31; Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 3 p.m.: Shakespeare’s compelling classic weaves the threads of love, truth, morality, and justice into a rich tapestry set against the backdrop of Renaissance Venice. The play features several of the most powerful and memorable personalities in the Bard’s vast litany of characters. Adapted by Shakespearian scholar and author, Marcus D. Gregio. Tickets: $20; $18 seniors & children; $15 w/valid student ID. Information: 845.876.3080; www.centerforperformingarts.org

Mummenschanz

Ulster Performing Arts Center, 602 Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401 Saturday, October 23, 7 p.m.: The Bardavon presents the revolutionary theater artists, Mummenschanz. Since their first performances on Broadway over 30 years ago, Mummenschanz (roughly meaning masquerade) has thrilled audiences around the world. Their spectacular and revolutionary nonverbal theatrical style has created an extraordinary number of well-loved figures and fantasy creatures in the shape of versatile face masks, half-body to whole-body masks, and threedimensional sculptural heads. On stage, they amazingly turn everyday objects and materials into abstract forms, simple costumes, and expressive masks. They engage in a wordless dialogue with the audience that is filled with humor and imagination. The stories and episodes deal with human relationships which can be understood by any audience around the world, across any linguistic and cultural boundaries. Tickets: $30; $10 children 12 and under. Information: 845.339.6088; http://www.bardavon.org

Your Play’s The Thing: Annual Fall Gala

Stageworks, 41 Cross St., Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, October 23, time tba: Stageworks’ 4th annual FALL GALA featuring the One-Minute, One-Act Festival of plays written by Gala guests, produced and performed by Stageworks. Tickets: Call for information. Information: 518.822.9667; http://www.stageworkshudson.org

Buglisi Dance Theatre

Kaatsbaan, 120 Broadway, Tivoli, NY 12583 Sat., Oct. 23, 7:30 p.m.; Sun., Oct. 24, 2:30 p.m.: Technical excellence and unparalleled dramatic power describes the consummate artists of Buglisi Dance Theatre. The theatrical appeal of the 30 diverse repertory works and their dramatic intensity have won Buglisi Dance Theatre invitations nationally and internationally to such prestigious venues as the 69th Season of the Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Vail International Dance Festival, and the Joyce Theater, to name a few. Free open rehearsal on Thursday, October 21 at 2 p.m. Tickets: $25; $10 student rush at the door. Information: 845.757.5106 x 2; http://www.kaatsbaan.org

Almost, Maine

Cunneen Hackett Arts Center, 12 Vassar St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 October 28-November 7, Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m.: Half Moon Theatre presents this oﬀ-Broadway romantic comedy hit. On a cold mid-winter night in a remote town in northern Maine, all is not quite as it seems. Tickets: $25; $22 seniors /students; matinees, $20/$18 Information: 845.235.9885; http://halfmoontheatre.org

Music Inspires Dance - The German Forum

Kaatsbaan International Dance Center, Broadway, Tivoli, NY Friday, November 5, 7:30 p.m.: Three special guest artists will be accompanied by pianist Babette Hierholzer. Information: 845.757.5106 x 2; http://www.kaatsbaan.org

Godspell

County Players Falls Theatre, 2681 W. Main, Wappingers Falls, NY Fri. & Sat., Nov. 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20; Sun., Nov. 14: Based on the Gospel according to St. Matthew, Godspell features a sparkling score by Stephen Schwartz, including a string of well-loved songs, led by the international hit, “Day By Day.” Drawing from various theatrical traditions, such as clowning, pantomime, charades, acrobatics, and vaudville, “Godspell” is a groundbreaking and unique reﬂection on the life of Jesus, with a message of kindness, tolerance and love. Tickets: $20 Information: 845.298.1491; http://www.countyplayers.org

Thomas

Arts Center Theater, Columbia-Greene Community College, 4400 Route 23, Hudson, NY 12534 Fri. & Sat., Nov. 5 & 6, 7:30 p.m.; Sun., Nov. 7, 2 p.m.: An original play on the life of Thomas Cole. Tickets: $10; $7 students and seniors Information: http://www.sunycgcc.edu

Essie and Roe

Spencertown Academy, Route 203, Spencertown, NY 12165 Saturday, November 6, 4 p.m.: Staged reading of a screenplay exploring the story of two immigrant girls, who come of age while discovering the secrets of their parents’ Holocaust past. Adapted for the stage and directed by Mark Dalton. A return engagement following sold-out performance in June. Tickets: $12 Information: 518.392.3693; http://www.spencertownacademy.org

Painting Churches: A Play by Tina Howe

Spencertown Academy, Route 203, Spencertown, NY 12165 Nov. 11-28, Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m.: A moving portrait that explores family ties, ﬁlled with moments of bravado, mischief, and intimate memories. With Ted Pugh, Fern Sloan and Sandra Struthers. Presented by Walking the Dog Theater. Tickets: $20 Information: 518.392.3693; http://www.spencertownacademy.org

Promises, Promises

Cunneen Hackett Arts Center, 12 Vassar St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 November 12-21, Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m.: Go back to the swingin’ and stylish ‘60’s for a musical comedy based on the book written by Neil Simon with music and lyrics by Burt Bacharach and Hal David. Follow the antics of Chuck Baxter as he tries to climb the corporate ladder and ﬁnd love. Presented by Trinity Players. Tickets: $18.95 advance; $19.95 door Information: 845.227.7855; http://www.trinityplayers.org

The Odd Couple

The Center for Performing Arts, Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 November 5-21; Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 3 p.m.: Johnny Dell and Centerstage present Neil Simon’s classic, undoubtedly the funniest play of all time, starring the funniest actors in the Hudson Valley. Tickets: $20; $18 seniors and children. Information: 845.876.3080; www.centerforperformingarts.org

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CONCERTS

Cabaret: Berlin, mon amour

Kaatsbaan International Dance Center, Broadway, Tivoli, NY Friday, October 15, 7:30 p.m.: Kaatsbaan International Dance Center is pleased to present Cabaret – Berlin, mon amour starring Adrienne Haan, a German singer known for her historically accurate and deeply emotional Night Club Acts sung in English, German, Yiddish and French. Ms. Haan’s work has been praised in NYC by Bistro Awards: “In addition of being beautiful and sexy, she is a skilled actor-singer.” Tickets: $25 Information: 845.757.5106 x 2; http://www.kaatsbaan.org

Leaf Peeper Concert Series: Chamber Music Concert

Former Hillsdale Grange, Route 22, Hillsdale, NY 12529 Saturday, October 16, 7:30 p.m.: All three string trios of Ludwig van Beethoven’s Opus 9. Featuring Sanford Allen on violin, Daniel Panner on viola, and Astrid Schween on cello. Tickets: $20; season pass, $70; students free with accompanying adult Information: 518.329.5613; http://www.leafpeeperconcerts.org

Hudson Valley Folk Guild Coﬀeehouse

Unitarian Fellowship, South Randolph Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Saturday, October 16, 7:30 p.m.: Open mic followed by featured performers Kevin & Carol Becker with Rich Keyes -- with roots based in traditional folk music, this trio adds musical versatility, historical and contemporary themes, and a good dose of humor. Tickets: $5 Information: 845.229.0170; hvfolks@aol.com

Jackson Browne: A Beneﬁt Concert for John Hall

Bardavon Opera House, 35 Market St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Saturday, October 16, 8 p.m.: Jackson Browne has written and

Adrienne Haan stars in Cabaret - Berlin, mon amour at Kaatsbaan.

performed some of the most literate and moving songs in popular music and has deﬁned a genre of songwriting charged with honesty, emotion, and personal politics. He’s been honored with inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Tickets: $65-$200; available only through John Hall campaign. Information: http://www.johnhallforcongress.com

Conservatory Sunday: Conservatory Orchestra

Richard B. Fisher Center, Sosnoff Theater, Bard College, Annandale-onHudson, NY 12504 Sunday, October 17, 3 p.m.: Students of The Bard College Conservatory of Music conducted by Leon Botstein. Program includes works by J.S. Bach, Schoenberg, Strauss and Berlioz. Tickets: $20 suggested donation; minimum donation is $5. All ticket sales benefit the Conservatory’s scholarshop fund. Information: 845.758.7900; http://fishercenter.bard.edu

The Open Music Session

The Community Music Space, The Chocolate Factory, 2nd Floor, Red Hook, NY 12571 Sunday, October 17, 5:30 p.m.: A monthly Sunday Jam session. There will be a house trio, anyone who wants to come, listen, or play is welcome. Bring your instrument and a beverage of choice. Tickets: $5 suggested donation. Information: 845.444.0608; http://www.communitymusicspace.com

Goo Goo Dolls

UPAC, 601 Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401 Wednesday, October 20, 7 p.m.: Hailing from Buﬀalo, NY, the rock band the Goo Goo Dolls boast 17 Top 10 singles and have sold more

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Cellist Narek Hakhnazaryan. Photo by Woodrow Leung.

minimum donation is $5. All ticket sales beneﬁt the Conservatory’s scholarshop fund. Information: 845.758.7900; http://ﬁshercenter.bard.edu

than 9 million albums. The group was formed back in 1986 by vocalist/ guitarist John Rzeznik and bass guitarist Robby Takac with drummer Mike Malinin joining in 1994. Some of their most popular songs are Iris, Slide, Here Is Gone, and Big Machine. Tickets: $43-$60 Information: 845.473.2072; 800.745.3000; http://www.bardavon.org

American Symphony Orchestra

Cellist, Narek Hakhnazaryan

Howland Cultural Center, Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Sunday, October 24, 4 p.m.: This young Armenian cellist was a winner in the Young Concert Artists auditions in 2008, and is currently pursuing an advanced degree at New England Conservatory and has been concertizing widely. His program will include works by Schumann, Mendelssohn, Rachmaninoﬀ, Achron and Rostropovich. Tickets: $30; $10 students; subscriptions available. Information: 845.297.9243; http://howlandmusic.org

Joan Baez

Bardavon Opera House, 35 Market St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Sunday, October 24, 7 p.m.: A musical force of nature whose inﬂuence is incalculable, Joan Baez’s performances are an acknowledgment of the human condition with landmark songwriting that has stood the test of time. From her earliest records, her style has been a mix of traditional ballads, blues, lullabies, cowboy tunes, ethnic folk staples of American and non-American vintage, and much more. Tickets: $48-$66 Information: 845.473.2072; 800.745.3000; http://www.bardavon.org

Richard B. Fisher Center, Sosnoff Theater, Bard College, Annandale-onHudson, NY 12504 Friday & Saturday, October 22 & 23, 8 p.m.: The orchestra’s first concert of the 2010–11 season features Beethoven’s majestic Sixth Symphony (Pastoral) and Rachmaninoff’s rarely performed First Piano Concerto. Preconcert talk by Robert L. Martin, director of Bard’s Conservatory of Music, at 7 p.m. Tickets: $20-$35 Information: 845.758.7900; http://fishercenter.bard.edu

Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra Fall Concert Rhinebeck High School Auditorium, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, October 23, 7:30 p.m.: Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra kicks oﬀ its new season with “Brahms Lullaby” featuring compositions by Brahms, Haydn and von Suppe. World renowned cellist and recording artist Julia Bruskin is a special guest. Tickets: $15; $10 seniors; $5 students Information: 845.635.0877; http://www.ndsorchestra.org

Nothing Sacred: Bolcom & Beethoven Orchestra of St. Luke’s Chamber Music

Dia:Beacon, Riggio Galleries, 3 Beekman Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Sunday, October 24, 2 p.m.: Hear works from two composers who challenged convention by leaving no musical stone unturned - using any style or tool available to them to forge their own unique and compelling musical language Featuring Beethoven’s groundbreaking Septet and the world premiere of a new work by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer, William Bolcom. Tickets: $35; $10 students; under 12, free; subscriptions available. Information: 212.594.6100; www.oslmusic.org; www.diaart.org

Conservatory Sunday: Chamber Music

Richard B. Fisher Center, Sosnoﬀ Theater, Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504 Sunday, October 24, 3 p.m.: Chamber music, performed by Conservatory students and faculty, including the Chimeng Quartet and pianist Melvin Chen. Program includes Brahms’ Sextet No. 1 in B-ﬂat Major and Charles Ives’ Piano Trio. Tickets: $20 suggested donation;

Buddy Guy

Buddy Guy. Photo submitted.

UPAC, 601 Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401 Friday, October 29, 8 p.m.: He’s a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee. He’s a chief guitar inﬂuence to rock titans like Hendrix, Clapton, Beck, and Vaughan. He’s a pioneer of Chicago’s fabled West continued on page 24

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Side sound and a living link to that city’s halcyon days of electric blues. He’s received ﬁve Grammy Awards, 23 W.C. Handy Blues Awards (the most any artist has received), the Billboard Magazine Century Award for distinguished artistic achievement, and the Presidential National Medal of Arts. He’s Buddy Guy. Opening will be Moreland & Arbuckle. Tickets: $46-$56 Information: 845.473.2072; 800.745.3000; http://www.bardavon.org

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Chip Taylor & Friends

Howland Cultural Center, Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Friday, November 12, 7:30-10 p.m.: Critically acclaimed singer/ songwriter, Chip Taylor is a Renaissance man whose determination and dedication have permeated all facets of his life. Howland favorite Jim Coyle opens the show. Tickets: $20 Information: 845.831.4988; http://www.howlandculturalcenter.org

Mighty Girl

Howland Cultural Center, Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Saturday, October 29, 8-10:30 p.m.: ’Mighty Girl” features the songs and voice of Lena Fahringer. Best known for their work with Ghostvilla, Lena and Bill Fahringer have performed at such festivals as Woodstock ’94. Bob Torsello also performs with Shrubs and Janet Hamill and Moving Star. He has performed and recorded with Patti Smith, Lenny Kaye, Glenn Mercer (The Feelies), and jazz legend David Amram. Tickets: $10 Information: 845.831.4988; http://www.howlandculturalcenter.org

Leaf Peeper Concert Series: Chamber Music

St. James Church, Routes 66 & 203, Chatham, NY 12037 Saturday, October 30, 7:30 p.m.: String Trio Concert featuring Sanford Allen, Astrid Schween, Nokuthula Ngwenyama. Trio by Hummel, Reger Op 141b trio and commissioned score by Tania Leon. Tickets: $20; season pass, $70; students free with accompanying adult Information: 518.329.5613; http://www.leafpeeperconcerts.org

Gamelan Dharma Swara

Skinner Hall of Music, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 Saturday, October 30, 8 p.m.: Under the direction of Balinese artists I Nyoman Saptanyana, music director, and Ida Ayu Ari Candrawati, dance director, Gamelan Dharma Swara performs traditional works and contemporary compositions for Balinese gamelan ensemble. A World Music Fund Event. Tickets: Free and open to the public. Information: 845.437.7000; http://music.vassar.edu

The Aulos Ensemble

Skinner Hall of Music, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 Friday, November 5, 8 p.m.: The Aulos Ensemble. “Music at Versailles: a Royal Entertainment.” Music of Rameau, Couperin, and Balbastre. Founded in 1973, The Aulos Ensemble was one of the ﬁrst American “original instrument” ensembles. Its accomplishments over the past four decades have given it pre-eminence in the early music movement. Tickets: Free and open to the public. Information: 845.437.7000; http://music.vassar.edu

Rhinebeck Chamber Music Society: Aﬁara Quartet

The Church of the Messiah, Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Sunday, October 7, 4 p.m.; pre-concert talk at 3:30 p.m.: The Rhinebeck Chamber Music Society presents Afiara Quartet, Winner of the Concert Artists Guild International Competition, the Young Canadian Musicians Award, top prizes at the Munich ARD International Music Competition and the Banff International String Quartet Competition, where they also took the Szekely Prize for the best performance of Beethoven. The Afiara balances a lively interest in new works with deep insight into core classical repertoire. Tickets: $25; $5 students (under 23 and with ID); free, kids under 13 Information: 845.876.2870; http://rhinebeckmusic.org

The Gramercy Trio. Photo by Susan Wilson.

Pawling Concert Series: Gramercy Trio

Trinity Pawling School, Gardiner Theater, 700 Route 22, Pawling, NY 12564 Friday, November 12, 8 p.m.: The piano trio will be assisted by three dancers in a segment entitled, Where Sound and Motion Meet based on contemporary music commissioned by the artists. After intermission the Trio will include the very demanding Ravel work for violin, cello and piano. Tickets: $25; $12.50 student; under 12 free. Information: 845.855.3100; http://www.pawlingconcertseries.org

An Evening with John Zorn

Richard B. Fisher Center, Sosnoff Theater, Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504 Friday, November 12, 8 p.m.: John Zorn has had a remarkably diverse career as a performer, composer, and producer. A seminal figure of avant-garde and experimental music, he and his work have defied academic categories, embracing a wide range of genres and traditions including jazz, rock, hardcore punk, classical and contemporary classical music, klezmer, pop, and improvised music. This concert will focus on Zorn’s classical music, inspired by such American innovators as Ives, Cage, and Partch, and the European tradition of Berg, Stravinsky, Boulez, and Kagel. Tickets: $20-$40 Information: 845.758.7900; http://fishercenter.bard.edu

The Trapps

Howland Cultural Center, Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Saturday, November 13, 8-11 p.m.: The Trapps return with “rangy, experimental roots-rock played with conﬁdence and hope.” ~Jason Fine, Rolling Stone Magazine Tickets: $12 Information: 845.831.4988; http://www.howlandculturalcenter.org

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Cellist Julia Bruskin. Photo by Lisa-Marie Mazzucco.

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Nor thern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra Opening Concert has Strings Attached

he Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra will kick oﬀ its 20102011 season on Saturday, October 23, when it presents a program that features compositions by Brahms, Haydn, and von Suppe. The performance, which will take place in the Rhinebeck High School auditorium starting at 7:30 p.m., will feature world renowned cellist and recording artist Julia Bruskin. Since her concerto debut Since her concerto debut with the Boston Symphony Orwith the Boston Symphony chestra at age 17, Julia Bruskin Orchestra at age 17, has established herself as one of the premiere cellists of her gen- Julia Bruskin has established eration. She performed Samuel herself as one of the premiere Barber’s Cello Concerto with concellists of her generation. ductor Jahja Ling at Avery Fisher Hall, and has also been soloist with the Utah Symphony, Virginia Symphony, Paciﬁc Symphony and Dayton Philharmonic among others. In 2004, Ms. Bruskin won the Schadt String Competition and placed third in the International Johannes Brahms Competition in Austria. She has also won concerto competitions at the Juilliard School and at the New England Conservatory of Music, and has been recognized by the Harvard Musical Association and the National Foundation for Acheivement in the Arts. Her most recent CD of music by Beethoven, Brahms, and Dohnanyi was praised by Fanfare Magazine for its “exquisite beauty of sound and expression.” This season her touring schedule includes performances at New York’s Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center in Washington DC, and in Chicago, Boston, Seattle, Phoenix, Dallas, and with the Nashville Symphony. Julia Bruskin is also one-third of the renowned Claremont Trio, which she formed, along with her twin sister. Emily Bruskin (violin), and Donna Kwong (piano) in 1999 at The Juilliard School. Widely regarded as the premier piano trio of its generation, the Claremont Trio is

sought after for its thrillingly virtuosic and richly communicative performances. First winners of the Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson International Trio Award and the only piano trio ever to win the Young Concert Artists International Auditions, the Claremont Trio is consistently lauded for its “aesthetic maturity, interpretive depth, and exuberance” (Palm Beach Daily News). The Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra will perform the Light Calvary Overture by Franz von Suppe, whose operettas, including The Light Cavalry (1866), are considered among the best by Viennese composers. The program will continue with Concerto No. 2 in D Major, a musical composition for violin, cello and orchestra written by Joseph Haydn in 1783. Johannes Brahms’ Symphony No. 2, Op. 73 will round out the evening’s performance. Tickets priced at $15 for adults, $10 for seniors, and $5 for students are available in advance at Molloy’s Pharmacy (Rt.9) in Hyde Park, NY, Northern Dutchess Pharmacy (E. Market Street), and Oblong Books (Montgomery Street) both in Rhinebeck, NY. Tickets can also be purchased on the orchestra’s web site at www.ndsorchestra.org, or at the door on the evening of the concert, beginning at 6:45 p.m. Rhinebeck High School is at 45 N. Park Rd in Rhinebeck, NY. Further information is available at www.ndsorchestra.org or by calling (845) 635-0877. The Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra, under the musical direction of conductor Kathleen Beckmann, is a non-proﬁt organization formed in 2006 with the mission of bringing live orchestral music to Dutchess County and the surrounding Hudson Valley area. The orchestra membership includes both professional musicians and talented youth musicians from the local area.

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‘til next year the past two years has used raised beds. They have also had fences taller than ours. We have some building to do. It will take some time. Probably more time than we have right now. The perennial herb garden, which already seems like an old reliable friend, will stay where it is. But we will spend next year rebuilding the rest of the garden from scratch. We will carve out more of the yard so that the plants can be spaced out. We will look for sturdy, tall permanent fencing instead of whatever the big box stores have on sale that day. We will build raised beds, gates, cold frames. But what we will not be doing next season is planting. We do not want to rush ourselves to get things ready for Spring and end up with another year of stunted carrots. The only way to honor the time and eﬀort we have already put into this is to now take the time to get things right. Like all right decisions, this was not an easy one to come by. We will miss terribly the smell of tomato vines after the rain and the thrill of watching miniature peppers ﬂower and swell. We will miss eating something that was still growing just a few minutes ago, and thinking about all the hard work that got that yellow crookneck from a seed to our plate. But if we want to have that experience more than a few times a year, despite planting dozens and dozens of plants, we will need to push ourselves to do better. As much as we will miss enjoying the fruits of our labor, in the end the fruits are not the point. We think back upon watering the garden in the early morning dew as the sun crests over the mountain. Feeling the soil warm in our hands in the Spring. Weeding, putting things in order. How the necessities and chores of gardening has brought us just a little bit closer to the earth’s rhythms and cycles. We have enjoyed the labor as much as the fruits, and there is much work to be done. Winter will come. The garden will sleep. We will dream.

Now is the time for quiet reﬂection, to gaze over the empty plots and contemplate the big questions. Namely, what the hell happened?

by Brian PJ Cronin, photo by Kristen Cronin

here’s a frost warning on the television and a dozen deep green tomatoes in a brown paper bag on the counter. The beets and carrots were dug up two weeks ago, shriveled and worthless. The summer and winter squash vines that grew all season without bearing a single squash are withering away and it’s hard to feel sorry for them. The watering cans and long handled weeders have been stowed away, the cover crop laid down. If you’re still in the earth by now, you’re on your own. Now is the time for quiet reﬂection, to gaze over the empty plots and contemplate the big questions. Namely, what the hell happened? Did we really do worse than last season, a season of blight, torrential rain, freezing temperatures, locusts, and rivers of blood? Did we really almost NOT sign up for a vegetable share in our local CSA this Spring, because we thought we’d be able to grow enough for ourselves this year? Thank goodness we did, or our June column would have been replaced with “We regret to inform you that we will no longer be running Brian and Kristen’s column as they recently starved to death and were eaten by their cats.” And so we begin six months of Monday Morning Quarterbacking. The soil is still too dense. The fence is too short. The layout is too cramped. The rotation needs to be rearranged. We planted too much. We planted too little. Locusts. We have shied away from using raised beds because trucking in soil from other places and growing on top of this tiny plot of land that we own seemed to miss the point. We wanted to get to know our own soil, taste our terroir. But now we know that our terroir hates us. Also, we’ve noticed that every single successful vegetable garden we’ve visited in

 Brian PJ & Kristen Cronin live in Beacon with their cats and garden. Check out their blog A Rotisserie Chicken and 12 Padded Envelopes at www.hvmercantile.com and view more of their photos at www.ﬂickr.com/teammoonshine.

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a local and organic harvest at Gray Horse Farm

by Brian PJ Cronin, photos by Kristen Cronin

he first thing you need to know when you get to Gray Horse Farm in Clinton Corners: drive slow. We pulled into the farm’s driveway on a gray and drizzly afternoon only to be blocked by a brown hen standing smack dab in the middle of the path. It cocked its head and stared at us. We stared back, unsure of what to do next. Eventually the hen marched into a paddock with a miniature horse and a dairy cow, and proceeded to happily ignore us. At any given time of the year there are at least 500 chickens, both layers and meat birds, with free run of the entire farm. Even in the winter, the doors to the coops are open. As Lisa Kilmer, who runs the ten acre certified organic farm with her husband Terry Kilmer explains, this has numerous advantages. The chickens have a high quality of life and a great social structure, and the farm’s customers know that the eggs and poultry they buy are truly, in every sense of the phrase, “free range.” There is one big downside. “On average, we lose about two birds a day” she says calmly. “We’re always buying new chicks.” Hawks and foxes. It’s a necessary trade off, and there’s only so much you can do to protect the flock while still letting them run free. The foxes are too smart for traps and never take the same route twice. All you can do is hope for a clear shot. Both Lisa and Terry are Dutchess County natives (she is from Poughkeepsie, he is from Hyde Park) but neither come from a farming

foods she was or was not eating. It was that the foods she had been eating were conventional as opposed to organic. After a year of holistic medicine and only eating food they had raised themselves, the problems disappeared. She has been healthy ever since. “People didn’t have all these diseases years ago,” she says, referring to Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Crohn’s Disease. “And you have to wonder, why?” She knows her case is not unique; many of the farm’s customers suffer from similar gastro-intestinal disorders or severe food allergies and find that the meat and eggs they supply are some of the only things they can eat without getting sick. “People ask me, ‘Why can I eat yours and not get sick and not the organic stuff at the grocery store?’” So she explains the differences between the ways their chickens are raised and the ways conventional chickens are raised. Even

background. Their interest in farming stems from necessity. When Lisa was 19, she became mysteriously ill and doctors were unable to pinpoint the exact cause. They eventually settled on a form of colitis and tried weaning her from various food groups to see which foods were causing the problem. But the problem wasn’t which

Loopholes are exploited as they are in any system. Many chickens labeled “free range” are actually raised indoors... many large organic brands are not much better. Loopholes are exploited, as they are in any system. Many chickens labeled “free range” are actually raised indoors, with barely any access to pasture (if at all).

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Despite such loopholes and the high costs of raising food this way, Lisa and Terry still believe in making sure they are certified organic by the USDA, which many small scale farmers do not. The reasons why small scale farms that are technically farming organically decline the option of being certified are legion, but the two main issues are expenses and wariness. Lisa finds fault with both arguments. The government subsidizes up to 75% of the costs to become certified, and the inspections are only once a year. “People say ‘I don’t want Big Brother around’ but they still have to tag your animals no matter what. It’s such a great marketing tool to be able to say you are organic.” There are more than chickens running around. In addition to their dairy cow, Butter, and their miniature horse, Apple, the couple

The result is not only some of the leanest pork you’ll ever eat, but some of the friendliest pigs you’ll ever meet. raises about 150 turkeys and about half a dozen pigs. The pigs have free run of a large and expansive hilly area and spend their days running up and down the hillside, foraging. The result is not only some of the leanest pork you’ll ever eat, but some of the friendliest pigs you’ll ever meet. When we approached the fence they ran over to us like a litter of muddy newborn puppies, squealing with delight. When Terry and Lisa moved to the farm nine years ago, all that was there was a house. They built everything else from scratch, including the barns and fencing. Their biggest ally in growing the farm to the operation it is today is their two teams of mighty Percheron draft horses, which are used for everything from raking the paddocks to moving logs to mowing grass. To stand next to one of them is to receive a humbling reminder of the origins of the euphemism “workhorse.” All of their horses are well over six feet tall and radiate strength like heat off of flames. Right now Gray Horse Farm is at its limit as to what Terry and Lisa can produce without taxing the land. The farm pays for itself, but Terry still works a day job off-site. They do have 60 acres of organic haying fields up the road, but Terry and Lisa are uneasy about raising animals so far from their home. Here, if a fox sneaks onto their farm in the dead of night, they can hear the resulting ruckus and stop things from getting too out of hand. Up the road, the flock would be on its own. Neither of them wants to drive up the road one morning and find a field of slaughtered chickens. So they continue to work around the clock, but can not keep up with demand. Most of the turkeys they raise have been reserved months in advance; many of their customers call the day after Thanksgiving to reserve a bird for next year.

Their pigs are reserved right after they’re born. When we visited them, the nation was still reeling from the largest egg recall in history, and demand for organic free-range eggs had skyrocketed. “I’m sitting on an order for 250 dozen eggs that I just can’t ﬁll. It would take me a month-all the health food stores are going through eggs like crazy because of the recall,” Lisa explained. The uptick in national attention to the merits of small-scale organic farming as a result of the recall may seem encouraging, but Gray Horse Farm has been around long enough to know that that interest won’t be sustained. “It only lasts 30 days because the American memory is so short-term. Something has to come along once a month whether it’s a recall, or a movie like Food Inc., or the majority of people just go back to eating their cheap food.”

They would like to add to their operations if they can, and have considered doing on-site processing for chickens. Organic processing facilities are few and far between, which makes them very expensive to use and a logistical nightmare. It would also make it easier for their customers to know the whole story of their animals; to know where the animal started and where it ﬁnished. But Lisa has set her sights even higher, and she’ll need the help of her fellow farmers to get there. “I wish more farmers would take the leap and become organic like us, because as a grassroots system I think we could drive the conventional farms out of business. It would bring costs way down, government would have to subsidize us, and people would be healthier.” As we walked back down the driveway, we passed their market stand by the farm entrance. The stand is selfserve and open 24/7 (just bring exact change or your checkbook), and was patronized by a steady stream of people the afternoon we were there. Finding customers is not the problem. The problem is keeping up with the ever growing demand, and for that it will take strength in numbers. Night begins to fall. We take our leave of Terry and Lisa so that they can ﬁnish their evening chores and make dinner for their two daughters. We stop into the self-serve market, buy some eggs, split chicken breasts and hamburger meat and slowly drive into the evening mist, keeping an eye out for wayward chickens in the driveway. When we get home, we pull two eggs from the carton in preparation for dinner. We crack one open and watch the yolk slip from its shell and land quietly in the bowl below, soft and orange as a late summer sunset. Visit www.grayhorsefarm.org to learn more.

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The Halloween Spooktacular featuring a special beneﬁt performance of Frankenstein the Musical at CHAC. Addiing to the fun will be a special pre-show reception and post-show Dance Party in one of Poughkeepsie’s most fabulous Victorian mansions

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Photo graphy M a d e E a s y

PHOTOGR APHING CHILDREN

by Joel Weisbrod

School is back in session and our children (and grandchildren) are

full of fresh new looks, new ideas, and most of all, new activities. Everyone knows they grow up fast so now is the time to capture the freshness of youth by photographing your kids doing whatever they do best – or worst! Here are some simple suggestions showing how you can avoid those familiar looking school “mug shots” and instead create some great photographs of your children. Are you recording their appearance or their spirit? Ask any child to sit still in front of the camera, hold their head up, and smile and you might as well torture them because you will need nerves of steel to make this work. And, when you do, you have captured a record of how the child looks at this stage of life and nothing more. Some children are really shy, some bubbly and exuberant, some can’t sit still, and some are simply mischievous. Why try to pigeon-hole them into a single space or mood to photograph them? Try these tips and I am sure you will be happier with the results: [Don’t] Say “Cheese” When you say this, everyone forces a grin that never looks good in the photograph. Avoid this by talking to your children about things they are familiar with and make them laugh. A funny incident you have shared, a cute or funny neighbor’s pet, your last vacation, etc. We all have events we can remember that have made us smile or laugh and once you start, you’re likely to get lots of images with genuine smiles. [Don’t] Sit Like This, Face This Way, and Don’t Fidget Whenever I give these instructions, no one can follow them. When you are a child, you are getting directions all day every day about what to do, how to do it, and the likely ramiﬁcations if you don’t. Our children have become immune to these instructions and it makes everyone uncomfortable. Instead, look for opportunities to shoot photos of your children when they are already engaged and doing something. Dancing, playing a game, showing oﬀ their new clothes, working on their homework all present precious moments and true expressions of your child’s

photo by Kristen Cronin

emotions. Don’t avoid the times when friends are over – these are usually when your children are really expressing themselves – showing true emotions – images you will want to cherish forever.

Children’s moods and expressions change quickly and if you are waiting for the perfect shot, chances are they will run out of patience before you ever get it. [Don’t] Wait for the perfect shot Can’t you smile for mommy? Pick your head up! Keep your hands still! I can’t take the picture until you cooperate! Perhaps this works for you but it has never worked for me. Instead, shoot a lot of pictures and shoot them quickly. Children’s moods and expressions change quickly and if you are waiting for the perfect shot, chances are they will run out of patience before you ever get it. Shoot lots of images and discard what isn’t good and you will usually have plenty of great shots to work with. [Don’t] Scold them until they do it your way Lots of compliments and praise are sure to win the hearts of even the most difficult subjects. Rather than scolding them when it isn’t going well, see if you can’t get them on your side by playing along with their shenanigans. Yes, there really is something to the saying “You get more flies with honey than with vinegar.” In conclusion, try capturing your children as they are and where they are. Try different backgrounds, different times of day, alone and with friends or siblings. Ultimately, you will have lots to choose from and only you can find the look you like best. After all, the person to please first is you. Have any questions? Send your questions to me at the email address below.  Joel Weisbrod is a published author of a book on digital photography and the owner of jwArtWorks Photography in Rhinebeck. In addition to portrait, commercial, event, and other photography, Joel teaches private one-on-one photography classes and can be reached by email at mercantile@jwArtWorks.com.

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Screen Warriors

Howland Cultural Center, Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Tuesdays, 3:45-5:30 p.m.: Children’s screen writing classes for ﬁfth through eighth graders. Taught by Kara Raynard. Tickets: Call for info. Information: 845.831.4988; http://www.howlandculturalcenter.org

too. Have you ever seen a pyramid-shaped bubble? How about a cube-shaped bubble? How about bubbles within bubbles? Or bubbles walking a tightrope? As a ﬁnale, Jeﬀ will even put a kid inside a bubble! Tickets: $8; $6 children Information: 845.876.3080; www.centerforperformingarts.org

Environmental Crafts

Tivoli Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, NY 12583 Saturday, October 16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.: To celebrate Red Hook’s 10-1010 initiative. For a donation of $5, the Library will give you a Tivoli Free Library Tote Bag to decorate--fabric paints and embroidery thread available! Information: 845.757.3771; http://www.tivolilibrary.org; tivoliprograms@gmail.com

Eid Celebration!

Mid Hudson Children’s Museum, 75 North Water Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Saturday, October 16, 10-11:30 a.m.: Hands-on activities such as the art of mehndi, Arabic calligraphy, and symbolic paper crafts will be oﬀered. Decorate a hijab (head scarf ), sample food, and learn about other cultural customs observed during Eid. This event is free to members and non-members, museum admission is not included. Information: 845.471.0589; http://mhcm.org

Saturday Series

Stonykill Environmental Education Center, 79 Farmstead Lane, Wappinger Falls, NY 12590 Saturday, October 16: Morning Guided Nature Walk, 10 a.m.: See glorious colors come and go as the leaves on the trees turn various hues and then fall to the earth. Each Saturday walk a diﬀerent area at Stony Kill to see what the diﬀerent types of trees and bushes are doing and how animals are preparing for the cold months ahead. Open Barn: A Family Program, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.: Meet the livestock that live at Stony Kill Farm and learn interesting facts about them and about sustainable farming. Learn where your food comes from and the importance of open space. Autumn Ablaze, 2 p.m.: Reds, oranges and golds abound! Discover the chemistry behind the annual fall foliage display. Wear clothing appropriate for a hike and meet at the Sierra Trail on Red Schoolhouse Road. Information: 845.831.8780; http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/2001.htm

Bubble Trouble by Jeﬀ Boyer

The Center for Performing Arts, Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, October 16, 11 a.m.: This interactive show teaches kids the science inside bubbles. Find out diﬀerent ways bubbles can be used to make our lives easier, softer and even taste better. Bubbles are beautiful,

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Stories of Adventure, Travel and Tricksters from Around the World

Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren St., Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, October 16, 2 p.m.: Through humor, movement, song and poetry, Len Cabral has given new life to old stories for more than 25 years. Len will share stories from his Cape Verdean heritage, folk tales from around the world as well as personal stories. So bring the kids and come sit for a spell and listen to stories being told by an east coast raconteur. Cabral’s books and CDs will be available for purchase. Tickets: Free Information: 518.822.1438; http://www.hudsonoperahouse.org continued on page 35 g

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Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Route 9, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Sat., Oct. 16, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., Oct. 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.: Breed displays and competitions, ﬂeece show and sale, vendors, sheep herding demos, llama and alpaca displays, workshops, children’s activities, wine tasting and specialty foods, two-by-two petting zoo, Steve Charney & Harry, Mad Science, Frogs, Bugs & Animals show, canine frisbee demos, Dutchess County Sheriﬀ’s K-9 demonstration, cooking demos, and more! Tickets: $12 day of; $9 advance Information: http://www.sheepandwool.com

Final Air Show of the Season

Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, 9 Norton Rd., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Sunday, October 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.: Aerodrome has its ﬁnal show of the 2010 season. Tickets: $20; $15, teens & seniors; $5, ages 6-12; under 5, free. Information: 845.752.3200; http://www.oldrhinebeck.org

Young Adult Event: A Haunting at Richelieu High

Oblong Books & Music, Montgomery Row, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Sunday, October 17, 4 p.m.: Reading and signing with Bob Berry, author of the young adult novel, A Haunting at Richelieu High: A Penny Dreadful Investigation. Information: 845.876.0500; http://www.oblongbooks.com

Children’s Book Signing: Annie Barrows

Oblong Books & Music, 26 Main St., Millerton, NY 12546 Thursday, October 21, 6 p.m.: Reading and book signing with Annie Barrows, author of the Ivy & Bean series! The newest Ivy & Bean book is What’s the Big Idea? Information: 518.789.3797; http://www.oblongbooks.com

Dog on Fleas

The Center for Performing Arts, Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, October 23, 11 a.m.: The CENTER’s favorite kid-friendly band returns! Bring the kids and get ready to sing along and dance on stage to familiar favorites and new tunes! Tickets: $8; $6 children Information: 845.876.3080; www.centerforperformingarts.org

Crabgrass Puppet Theatre: Haiku, HipHop & Hotdogs

James and Betty Hall Theater, Dutchess Community College, 53 Pendell Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Saturday, October 23, 11 a.m.: Imagine a symphony composed entirely by goldﬁsh! Thrill to the adventures of “Fearless Flying Hotdogs!” Dance with the “Funky Snowman!” This exciting new fusion of poetry and puppetry includes poems by Jack Prelutsky, David McCord, Calef Brown, Beatrice Schenk de Regniers, and others. Tickets: Free and open to the public. Information: 845.431.8000; http://sunydutchess.edu

Full Moon Walk

Carey Institute for Ecosystem Studies, Auditorium, 2801 Sharon Tpke. (Route 44), Millbrook, NY 12545 Saturday, October 23, 6:30 p.m.: Join educators for an evening of moonlight exploration, with a focus on the creatures that come alive after dusk. All ages welcome. The Carey Institute will host a walk for adults and a walk for families with young children. Information: 845.677.7600 x 121; http://www.ecostudies.org/events.html

The Dragon King

The Center for Performing Arts, Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, October 30, 11 a.m.: An underwater fantasy based on Chinese folklore, Tanglewood Marionettes’ latest production tells the tale of an intrepid Grandmother who journeys to the bottom of the sea to seek the Dragon King, and the answers to why he has forsaken the land above. Tickets: $8; $6 children Information: 845.876.3080; www.centerforperformingarts.org

The Science of Sports

Rhinebeck High School & Bulkeley Middle School Campuses, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, October 30, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.: The Rhinebeck Science Foundation’s Annual Discovery Event oﬀers free admission to a dozen presentations and activities that explore the physiology and mechanics of sports. Discover how science, technology, and engineering explain - and make possible - the games we love to play. - soccer and dodgeball tournament with co-ed teams for kids K-12, and more. Information: http://www.rhinebecksciencefoundation.org

Grace the Pirate

The Center for Performing Arts, Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, November 6, 11 a.m.: Join the crew of Irish pirate Grace O’Malley. Experience the high sea adventure with Irish jigs, folk tales and sea chanteys. Dare to challenge Blackbeard, the dreaded pirate. Interactive theater show, where audience members are deftly incorporated into the plot! Tickets: $8; $6 children Information: 845.876.3080; www.centerforperformingarts.org

Steve Johnson Magic Variety Show

James and Betty Hall Theater, Dutchess Community College, 53 Pendell Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Saturday, November 6, 11 a.m.: Using innovative adaptations to magic, comedy, & juggling, Steve draws the audience into a memorable entertainment journey. Tickets: Free and open to the public. Information: 845.431.8000; http://sunydutchess.edu

Jack and the Beanstalk

The Center for Performing Arts, Route 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, November 13, 11 a.m.: Can beans make wishes come true? They can and do in “Jack and the Beanstalk,” the award-winning puppet production of Michael Graham’s Spring Valley Puppet Theater. Tickets: $8; $6 children Information: 845.876.3080; www.centerforperformingarts.org

Lakota Sioux

Bardavon Opera House, 35 Market St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Friday, November 12, 7:30 p.m.: The Lakota Sioux Indian Dance Theatre was founded at the Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota. With the support of traditional Lakota Indian educators, healers, community leaders, championship pow wow dancers, singers, and storytellers, the work celebrates the culture of the Lakota people. Pieces are set against a backdrop of spectacular video imagery and accompanied by live traditional, sacred, and courting songs with narratives and creation stories woven into the fabric of the performance. Tickets: $30; $10 children Information: 845.473.2072; 800.745.3000; http://www.bardavon.org

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n u f l u f t frigh Corn Maze

Pumpkin Walk at Olana

Frankenstein’s Fortress

Annual Beacon Sloop Club Pumpkin Festival

Grims Mortuary at Greig Farm

The Local Connection -- Poe and Poughkeepsie

Frankenstein

Fall Festival

222 Middle Road, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Sat. & Sun., through Oct. 31, 10 a.m.-6 p.m..: “Nascorn” Corn Maze. Plus, hayrides, balloon launcher, feed the animals and snack bar. Tickets: $6; kids 5-11, $4; 4 and under, free; hayrides, $2; balloon launcher, $2; feed the animals, $2. Cash only. Information: http://www.nascornmaze.com

86 Creamery Road, Stanfordville, NY Weekends in October, Fri. & Sat., 6:30-9:30 p.m.; Sun., 6:30-8:30 p.m.: Famed haunted theme park under the artistic direction of Wing’s Castle Creator Pete Wing and presented by Stanford Recreation. Tickets: $14; $5 children 10 and under. Information: 845.868.7782; http://www.frankensteinsfortress.com

Pitcher Lane, Red Hook, NY 12571 Weekends through October: As you walk down the quiet, dark and winding path through the cemetery on your way to the mortuary ... BE VERY CAREFUL. Make sure that the DEAD don’t mistake YOU for Angus Grim.Tickets: $10; children under 12, $5 Information: angus@grimsmortuary.com; http://www.grimsmortuary.com

5720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, October 16, 4:30 p.m..: The 4th Annual Pumpkin Walk at Olana beneﬁts Mental Health Association of Columbia-Greene Counties, Inc. Festivities include Tots the Clown, Bindlestiﬀ Family Cirkus and more family fun. Pumpkin Walk begins at 6 p.m. Tickets: $5/person Information: http://www.olana.org

Beacon Sloop Club, 2 Red Flynn Drive, Beacon, NY 12508 Sunday, October 17, noon-5 p.m.: Fresh, home made pumpkin pies, music, free sails on the Hudson River on the Ferry Sloop Woody Guthrie, environmental displays and hands on activities, many craft and food vendors. Rain or shine. Information: http://www.beaconsloop.org

The Auditorium, 105 Market St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Sunday, October 17, 2:30 p.m.: Mitch Horowitz, author of Occult America, speaks on various spiritual movements that have arisen throughout American history, and explores the connections between Edgar Allan Poe and Andrew Jackson Davis, known as the Poughkeepsie Seer. Part of POEkeepsie’s Big Read Event. Information: 845.485.3445 x 3306; http://www.poklib.org

Mid Hudson Children’s Museum, 75 North Water Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Friday, October 22, 4-6 p.m.: Bob for donuts, drink boo beverage, games and more! The party will begin with a dramatization of Native American companion planting using the three sisters: corn, beans and squash. Come in costume! Reservations required. Tickets: $10/child; $5/adult Information: 845.471.0589; http://mhcm.org continued on page 40 g

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Legends by Candlelight Ghost Tours

Clermont State Historic Site, One Clermont Avenue (oﬀ Route 9G), Germantown, NY 12526 Fri. & Sat., Oct. 22 & 23 and 29 & 30, 6-10 p.m.: Candlelight tours of the museum and grounds; ghosts of the museum’s history. Tours every half hour, from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. Reservations are encouraged. Tickets: $10; $4, children 12 and under Information: http://www.friendsofclermont.org

The Halloween Spooktacular

Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center, 12 Vassar St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Saturday, October 23, time tbd: Big Gay Hudson Valley and Hudson Valley AIDS Related Community Services presents “The Halloween Spooktacular” featuring a special beneﬁt performance of “Frankenstein the Musical.” Adding to the fun will be a pre-show reception, and after-show dance party in one of Poughkeepsie’s most fabulous Victorian mansions. Tickets: Call for information. Information: 845.486.4571; http://www.biggayhudsonvalley.com; http://www.cunneen-hackett.org

Full Moon Coyote Howl Fest

Roeliﬀ Jansen Park, 9140 Route 22, Hillsdale, NY 12529 Saturday, October 23, 5-6:30 p.m.: Watch the sun set as the moon rises from a great vantage point at the Roe Jan Park. Participants will overlook a ﬁeld where the coyotes tend to gather for their nightly howl fest. Learn to yip and yelp, bark and growl, woof and howl as the group tries to trick the “trickster” into talking back. Information: roejanpark@gmail.com; http://www.roejanpark.org

Murder Cafe in the Rotunda

Adriance Memorial Library, Rotunda, 93 Market St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Saturday, October 23, 7 p.m.: The Murder Cafe theater troupe attempts to solve the riddle of Edgar Allan Poe’s death by bringing him to the Rotunda for a haunting evening’s entertainment. As Poe reads from his stories, he is confronted by characters from his own works. Enjoy wine, cheese and desserts “to die for!” Part of POEkeepsie’s Big Read Event. Tickets: $35, reservations required Information: 845.485.3445 x 3306; http://www.poklib.org

The Haunting of Howland!

Howland Cultural Center, Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Thursday, October 28, 7:30-9:30 p.m.: Acclaimed Hudson Valley poets Robert Milby and Carl Welden return with Theremin Ghosts. Parental discretion advised for children under 12. Tickets: $5 Information: 845.831.4988; http://www.howlandculturalcenter.org

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Big Read Movie Day: The Pit and the Pendulum

Bardavon Opera House, 35 Market St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Friday, October 29, 7 p.m.: Movie version of Poe’s short story written nd ﬁrst published in 1842. The story is about the torments endured by a prisoner of the Spanish Inquisition, though Poe skews historical facts. Special guest appearance by Edgar Allan Poe. Live organ music pre-show. Part of POEkeepsie’s Big Read Event. Tickets: $5 Information: 845.485.3445 x 3306; http://www.poklib.org

5K Fun Run & Community Costume Parade

Main Gate, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Saturday, October 30, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Vassar will host a 5K Fun Run beginning at 11:00 a.m. in front of the College’s Main Gate. The race is free and open to the public and registration will begin at 10:00 a.m. in the Residential Quad, behind Rockefeller Hall. Following close on the heels of the Fun Run, the Arlington Community Committee will host their annual children’s trick-or-treating and costume judging in the Vassar College Residential Quad at noon. To join in the Halloween festivities, children are asked to be at the Arthur May Elementary School at noon to begin the procession to Vassar College, where the judging will take place. Those wishing to participate in the Fun Run may also preregister on the MidHudson Road Runners website. Information: 845.437.5370; http://www.vassar.edu; http://www.mhrrc.org

Night Hike

Stonykill Environmental Education Center, 79 Farmstead Lane, Wappinger Falls, NY 12590 Saturday, October 30, 5 p.m.: On the night before Halloween, come out and explore a side of Stony Kill you have never seen. Bat observation, night vision experiments and night sounds will all be explored. Wear sturdy shoes and long pants, and bring a ﬂashlight. Costumes are strongly encouraged. Tickets: Free! Information: 845.831.8780; http://www.dec.ny.gov/ education/2001.htm

Red Hook Halloween

Village of Red Hook & Linden Avenue Middle School, Red Hook, NY 12571 Saturday, October 30, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.: The Children’s Events Committee of Red Hook and the Village of Red Hook present Red Hook Halloween, a day of fun for families with trick-or-treating in the village center from 11 a.m.-noon; costume parade from the Village Hall to Linden Avenue Middle school at 12:15 p.m. (line-up at noon); pumpkin painting (pumpkins $1), live music and snacks following the parade. Information: 845.758.1081; http://www.redhooknyvillage.org

Haunted Raven Fest

Adriance Memorial Library, 93 Market Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Saturday, October 30, 1-3 p.m.: Ghoulish desserts, haunted readings, scary movies and more at this creepy celebration of Edgar Allan Poe’s ingenious horror and mysterious writings. Make a monster montage, be part of the costume contest and don’t forget the séance. For Tweens & Teens. Part of POEkeepsie’s Big Read. Information: 845.485.3445 x 3320; youthevents@poklib.org

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Build a Bat Box

Schor Conservation Area, Cemetery Road, Canaan 12029 Saturday, October 30, 2-3 p.m. & 3:30-4:30 p.m.: Nothing to fear from bats at Halloween! Bats are predators of night-ﬂying insects and are sometimes able to eat half of their body weight in insects each night. Due to decades of unwarranted human fear and persecution, white nose syndrome and habitat loss, bats are in alarming decline. We’ll build bat houses to provide our local bats with roosting habitats. All materials and tools provided. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. Information: 518.392.5252 x 210; jenny@clctrust.org

Halloween Dance Party

Sundog Solar at Solaqua, 343 Route 295, Chatham, NY 12037 Saturday, October 30, 7 p.m.-midnight: Halloween costume and dance party to beneﬁt the Solaqua Power & Art Redevelopment Project. Food, beverages, a costume contest and live musical performances by Tumble down Shack and Bongo Roots. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets: $5 Information: 518.392.4000; http://www.solaqua.com

Halloween Party at Howland

Howland Cultural Center, Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Saturday, October 30, 8 p.m.: Local 845 presents three gruesomely rockin’ bands: The Nelsonvillains, Space Ghost Cowboys and Swear and Shake. Costumes encouraged! Tickets: $8 Information: 845.831.4988; http://www.howlandculturalcenter.org

Halloween/Ghostie/Supernatural Superstitions Tour

all ages. Donut eating contest, musical monsters, pin the nose on the pumpkin and more! Information: 845.229.6666; http://www.hydeparkrollermagic.com

The Grand Halloween Party

The Rhinecliff, 4 Grinnell St., Rhinecliff, NY 12574 Saturday, October 30, starting at 8 p.m.:Costume party featuring rotten hors d’oeuvres, creepy cocktails, dancing, and a haunted hotel buffet dinner! Tickets: $25, includes dinner; $5, after 11 p.m. Information: 845.876.0590; http://www.therhinecliff.com

Pumpkin Day at the Rhinebeck Farmers Market

Municipal Parking Lot, East Market Street, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Sunday, October 31, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Bring the kids so they can paint their own pumpkin. Pick up a pumpkin from one of the vendors, then bring it to the pumpkin decorating booth to spruce it up. Starts at 11 a.m. Also, music by Kidz Town Rock - fun and educational music for children of all ages. Information: info@rhinebeckfarmersmarket.com; http://www.rhinebeckfarmersmarket.com

Halloween Fun Fest & Fashion Show

Hudson Valley Mall, 1300 Ulster Ave., Kingston, NY 12401 Sunday, October 31, 1 p.m.: Games & activities in the food court; trick-or-treating throughout the mall starting at 1 p.m.; Frightening Fashion show at 3 p.m. Information: 845.336.8000; http://www.shophudsonvalleymall.com

Olana Visitors Center, 5720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday & Sunday, October 30 & 31, 11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.; 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.: Skeptics and believers alike are welcome to hear stories of the superstitious practices our ancestors used to ward oﬀ evil. Come join up to 13 others on a tour through Frederic Church’s home and history.Tickets: $9; $8 students and seniors; free, kids under 12 Information: 518.828.0135; http://www.olana.org

Mall-O-Ween

Howling Hound, Dashing Dog Halloween Pow Wow

Great Candy Exchange

Old Route 22 Community Dog Run, Roeliﬀ Jansen Park, Hillsdale, NY 12529 Sunday, October 30, 10 a.m.: Join a gathering of the most creative dogs in Columbia County! Prizes for the Best Dressed, Scariest, Loveliest, Best-Dressed Pooch and Handler Duo, and the Most Innovative Pooch. Halloween treats and coﬀee for people. Bring your cameras. Kids welcome. Information: http://www.roejanpark.org

Halloween Crafts

Poughkeepsie Galleria, 2001 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Sunday, October 31, 3-6 p.m.: Be in Center Court to watch a spooky show at 3 p.m., followed by trick-or-treating throughout the mall with Galleria merchants from 4-6 p.m. All kids in costumes under age 12 will get The Best Spook certiﬁcate. Information: 845.297.7600; http://www.poughkeepsiegalleriamall.com

Hyde Park Roller Magic, 4178 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park, NY 12538 Monday, November 1, 2:30-6:30 p.m.: For every pound of candy donated, receive a great prize. All candy goes to our troops in Afghanistan and Iraq, and to the VA Hospital in Fishkill. Information: 845.229.6666; http://www.hydeparkrollermagic.com

Double Feature: Creature from the Black Lagoon & Bride of Frankenstein

Tivoli Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, NY 12583 Saturday, October 30, noon-2 p.m.: Costume decorating party! Bring your costume and there will be lots of accessories to get it in tip-top shape for the festivities in the Village of Tivoli! Information: 845.757.3771; http://www.tivolilibrary.org

Bardavon, 35 Market Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Friday, November 5, 7:30 p.m.: It’s a double bill of black and white sci-ﬁ. Captured in the Amazon but able to break free, Gill-Man falls in love and kidnaps the object of his aﬀection. Speaking of romance, The Monster gets a gal pal with a serious hairstyle. Tickets: $5 Information: 800.745.3000; http://www.bardavon.org

Halloween Bash & Block Party

Ghostwalk Hudson

Village of Tivoli, Broadway, Tivoli, NY 12583 Saturday, October 30, 2 p.m.: Costume contest, games and the music of the fabulous Dog on Fleas! Information: http://www.tivoliny.org

Annual Halloween Costume Party

Hyde Park Roller Magic, 4178 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park, NY 12538 Saturday, October 30, 7:30-9:30 p.m.: Costume judging contest for

Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534 Friday, November 5, time tba: Bone chilling stories written by young local authors will be set in historic buildings on Hudson’s Warren Street and brought to life by Walking the Dog Theater after school Youth Drama Program. Tickets: $5 Information: http://www.ghostwalkhudson.com

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s the days get colder, graziers around the valley are preparing for the long season of winter feeding for their sheep, cattle and goats. By now, the pasture grasses have dramatically slowed their rate of growth, and many have found that their pastures are starting to run out of food for their animals. For most, pastures will not be a primary source of feed until spring growth renews the ﬁelds in May. That leaves about a half a year in “winter feeding” mode. The default winter feeding option for most people that raise ruminants is hay. A big bank of hay at the onset of winter gives a farmer a sense of security. Hay can be accurately evaluated for quality as a feed, it is easy to count how much you have, and good hay is enjoyed and appreciated by grazing animals. Hay, however, has one major drawback. It is expensive. While $30 for a 600 lb round bale seems like a good price, the problem isn’t that a pound of hay is expensive, but that the amount of hay an animal eats over the winter costs quite a bit in comparison with the income that that animal might produce. It is very easy to feed away the proﬁt that might have been generated that year. One of the ways that producers try to avoid the costs of hay feeding is by extending the grazing season as far into winter as possible. There are two basic paths to take when pursuing winter grazing: stockpiling permanent pasture or growing annuals to be grazed. With stockpiled permanent pasture, a portion of pasture is set aside in late July or early August to be grazed when the grass is no longer growing. A pasture that is left to rest longer produces more standing forage, but quality declines with time

Winter Grazing An ear of winter rye. Photo by LSDSL. source http://en.wikipedia.org

...the problem isn’t that a pound of hay is expensive, but that the amount of hay an animal eats over the winter costs quite a bit in comparison with the income that that animal might produce. as the plants become more mature and coarse and nutrients are leached by rain. A pasture that is rested a shorter amount of time will be more palatable and nutritious, but there will be less total feed available. Tall grass also makes it easier for the animals to access the forage when there is some snow or ice on the ground. Different pasture plants hold their quality in the dormant season better than others. Tall fescue and orchard grass stay at least partially green through much of the winter, while reed canary grass becomes brown and unpalatable after a few hard frosts. Annuals offer an array of options to those that have the means to grow them or have access to crop fields for grazing. Many different crops provide good winter grazing. Winter rye and winter wheat can give good green grass all winter. Winter rye really takes the prize as being the greenest plant in the dead of winter. Tall brassicas such as broccoli, kale, collards, cabbage and brussel sprouts may have much of the plant still in the field after harvest. Not only do these plants provide good feed for ruminants, but they are very easy to find in the snow because of their height and sturdyness. Turnips have also been widely used as a winter grazing crop.

But what about the snow? The ice? Certainly, a thick layer of ice can totally halt grazing. Cows and sheep can paw through only a thin coating. If there is enough desirable forage underneath, snow presents less of a problem. If it is sufficiently fluffy, animals can graze through it to some extent. Grazing through snow is a learned behavior, however, and animals can’t just be dumped into a snow-covered field directly from being fed hay in the yard. Sheep and cattle do fine out on pasture in the winter. The biggest consideration is how to provide a respite from cold winter winds. A grove of trees or a human-built windbreak can be sufficient shelter to take the edge off of the wind. Staying warm takes energy, and being out in the elements will increase the feed requirements of a ruminant. However, with the animal harvesting the feed themselves, it is still a more profitable option. Winter grazing offers a more variable and weather dependant feeding option than hay, but for those that can do some winter grazing with their herd, it can be a significant cost saver.

 Owen O’Connor runs Awesome Farm, ltd with his partner KayCee Wimbish. They raise and sell grass-fed lamb and beef in Red Hook and Claverack, NY. Owen grew up in Clinton Corners, ans was working in organic vegetable farms before he and KayCee started their own project.

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bright green Beacon Farmers Market

Sloop Clubhouse at the Beacon Train Station, Beacon, NY 12508 Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Fresh Produce, Meats, Fresh Flowers, Bread, Cheese, Wine, Gifts, Pottery, Baked Goods, Honey, Maple Syrup, Prepared Foods, Live Music. Information: 845.597.5028; www.thebeaconfarmersmarket.com

Clermont Country Farmers Market

1820 Route 9 @ the Old Hettlings Farm Stand, Clermont, NY 12526 Fridays through October 29, 3:30-7:30 p.m.: Local Seasonal produce & fruit, poultry, beef, pork, lamb, venison, american buﬀalo, ostrich, local dairy products, artisinal cheeses, baked goods, granola, organic mushrooms, wine, pesto, fresh pasta, seasonally prepared dishes, homemade soups, savory sauces, stove top jam & jellies, salsa, pickles & pickled veggies, honey, maple syrup – native plants, lavendar, ornamental grasses, ﬂowers – local crafters, jewelry, weaving, yarn, soap & skincare products, textiles, woodcarvers, pottery, paintings, and so much more! Information: 845.464.3598; http://www.clermontfarmersmarket.com

Hudson Farmers’ Market

6th & Columbia Street, Hudson, NY 12534 Saturdays through November 30, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: Fresh, local fruits and veggies, baked bread, honey, maple syrup, meat, eggs, milk, cheese, mushroms, wine, locally-prepared foods and more. Events are planned throughout the season. Information: http://hudsonfarmersmarketny.com

Millerton Farmers Market

Main St. & Dutchess Ave., Millerton, NY 12546 Saturdays through October 30, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: Locally grown greens, fruit and vegetables, meat, honey and maple syrup, eggs, herbs and ﬂowers, baked goods, pickles, sauerkraut and kim-chi, yogurt and cheese, and live music almost every week! Information: http://neccmillerton.org/farmers.htm

2nd Annual Columbia County Bike Tour

Germantown Central School Parking Lot, Germantown, NY 12523 Sunday, October 17, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.: Routes of 50 and 100 kilometers have been mapped out through scenic secondary roads that highlight the importance of local agricultural and conservation. This self-guided tour will take riders past 3,758 acres of farmland which are permanently protected with conservation easements held by the Columbia Land Conservancy and Scenic Hudson. The ride offers many opportunities to look beyond the farmland and onto Hudson River and Catskill Mountains. Riders will pass through the historic district of Clermont as well as Clermont State Historic Site. The Clermont Farmers Market is the first of two refreshment stops and riders can refill water bottles and grab a snack. Registration fee: $25, helps CLC continue to work with local families seeking to conserve their land. Pre-registration recommended. Information: 518.392.5252 x 214; lauren@clctrust.org

Rhinebeck Farmers Market

Municipal Parking Lot, East Market Street, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Sunday, October 17, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: This week at the Market: Book signing with Elisha Cooper, author/illustrator of Beaver is Lost. A portion of the proceeds beneﬁt the Rhinebeck Farmers’ Market. Also, music by Jeﬀ Armstrong, classical and Flamenco guitarist; and community group, Hudson Valley Wine Country. Information: info@rhinebeckfarmersmarket.com; http://www.rhinebeckfarmersmarket.com

National Climate Seminar: Bill Snape

National Phone-In Conversation Sponsored by Bard Center for Environmental Policy Wednesday, October 20, noon: Special guest Bill Snape, Senior Council, Center for Biological Diversity, talks about Climate and the Clean Air Act. Call in: 1.712.432.3100, conference code: 253385. Information: 845.758.7073; cep@bard.edu

Moral Ground: Ethical Action for a Planet in Peril

The Garrison Institute, Route 9D at Glenclyffe, Garrison, NY 10524 Wednesday, October 20, 7 p.m.; doors, 6:30 p.m.: The environmental emergencies we face - species extinction, pollution, climate disruption - are scientific and economic issues. But they are also fundamental moral issues. They call us to examine our ethical responsibilities to the planet and to future generations. They offer us the urgent chance to envision new ways of living that are worthy of us as moral beings. In an effort to create a national discussion of the moral challenges of environmental degradation and climate disruption, the Moral Ground project asked 100 of the world’s moral leaders to consider this question: Do we have a moral obligation to the future to leave a world as rich in possibilities as our own? Their answers – a resounding yes from all parts of the world, in many voices are gathered in Moral Ground: Ethical Action for a Planet in Peril, edited by Kathleen Dean Moore and Michael P. Nelson, with a foreword by Nobel Peace Prize Winner Desmond Tutu. A discussion led by Kathleen Dean Moore and Michael P. Nelson, wil ask the same quetion. This event is not your usual lecture/listening format. This is a community think tank, a chance to bring together the wisdom and good moral sense of the people in the room, to wrestle with the hard and urgent questions – what are our moral obligations in a time of global crisis, why we should honor them, and how we can get started? Free and open to the public; rsvp requested. Information: 845.424.4800; http://www.garrisoninstitute.org

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Edith Widder: Hide and Seek in the Ocean

James and Betty Hall Theater, Dutchess Community College, 53 Pendell Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Thursday, October 21, 12:30 p.m.: Internationally recognized biologist and deep-sea explorer, Edith Widder combines expertise in oceanographic research and technological innovation with a commitment to reversing the worldwide trend of marine ecosystem degradation. A specialist in bioluminescence – the light chemically produced by many ocean organisms – Widder has been at the forefront of helping to design and invent new submersible instrumentation and equipment for unobtrusive deep-sea observations. Information: 845.431.8000; http://sunydutchess.edu

Bioscapes: A Bioregional Approach to Sustainability with Fred W. Koontz, PhD

Center for Environmental Innovation and Education, 199 Dennings Avenue, Beacon, NY 12508 Thursday, October 21, 7-9 p.m.: Environmentalists are envisioning new ways to protect biodiversity and ecological functions beyond the borders of traditional parks and preserves. Dr. Koontz discusses a regional, landscape-level approach in the Hudson Hills and Highlands of Westchester and Putnam counties that engages citizens to more actively practice “nature-friendly living” in their own back yards and communities. Registration is required. Information: http://bire.org

Genetically Modiﬁed Crops and the Environment: An Evolving Story

Carey Institute for Ecosystem Studies, Auditorium, 2801 Sharon Tpke. (Route 44), Millbrook, NY 12545 Friday, October 22, 7 p.m.: An eye-opening talk about genetically modiﬁed crops and environmental health, presented by aquatic ecologist Dr. Emma Rosi-Marshall. These crops, which have been altered to repel pests and/or resist herbicide exposure, are now a mainstay of U.S. agriculture. Rosi-Marshall’s lecture will cover the adoption of modiﬁed crops in the U.S., evidence that the insecticides and herbicides in these plants can escape into natural areas, and potential threats to biodiversity and freshwater supplies. Information: 845.677.7600 x 121; http://www.ecostudies.org/events.html

Volunteer Trail-Building Day: Mount Beacon

Mount Beacon Park, meet at parking lot, Route 9D & Howland Avenue, Beacon, NY 12508 Saturday, October 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Savor the joys of being outside on a crisp, colorful autumn day by working with Scenic Hudson staﬀ and fellow volunteers. Help create an exciting new sustainable, multi-use trail system on a rugged, 2,000-acre parcel of Fishkill Ridge. Information: 845.473.4440 x 273; aconeski@scenichudson.org; http://scenichudson.org

Sunday Author Series: Judith Weis

Beacon Institute, 199 Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Sunday, October 24, 4-5:30 p.m.: Judith Weis, author of Salt Marshes, and coauthor Carol A. Butler provide a wealth of essential information about a variety of plants and animals, the importance of these habitats, consequences of human neglect and thoughtless development, and insight into how these wetlands recover. Information: http://bire.org

Fall Foliage Hike: Fishkill Ridge

Fishkill Ridge, Sunnyside Road, Fishkill, NY 12524 Saturday, October 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Take a four-mile trek ascending 1,200 feet along Fishkill Ridge before stopping at Lambs Hill for lunch and a magniﬁcent panoramic vista. The hike is moderately strenuous, but fall’s wonderful colors should make it worth the eﬀort. Bring a lunch and plenty of water. Information: 845.473.4440 x 273; aconeski@scenichudson.org; http://scenichudson.org

Down to Earth: An Interactive Workshop for Farmers and Landowners

First Pioneer Farm Credit, Route 9H, Claverack, NY Wednesday, October 27, 7-9 p.m.: Columbia Land Conservancy oﬀers a free 2-hour session designed for farmers and landowners interested in leasing farmland. Professionals will be available to answer questions about agricultural assessments, insurance, leases and other aspects of farmland leasing. In addition, farmers and landowners with experience leasing agricultural lands will be presenting and available to answer questions. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Registration required. Information: 518.392.5252; marissa@clctrust.org; http://clctrust.org

National Climate Seminar: Michael Mann

National Phone-In Conversation Sponsored by Bard Center for Environmental Policy Wednesday, November 3, noon: Special guest Michael Mann, Director of Earth Systems Science at Penn State, on the topic Beyond the Hockey Stick. Call in: 1.712.432.3100, conference code: 253385. Information: 845.758.7073; cep@bard.edu; http://www.bard.edu/cep

Sunday Author Series: Jim Heron

Beacon Institute, 199 Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Sunday, November 7, 4-5:30 p.m.: Jim Heron presents his book, Denning’s Point: A Hudson River History, which tells the 6,000-year history of an extraordinary 64 acres on the eastern edge of the Hudson River, 60 miles north of New York City, home to Beacon Institute’s Center for Innovation and Education. Information: http://bire.org

National Climate Seminar: Bryan Walsh

National Phone-In Conversation Sponsored by Bard Center for Environmental Policy Wednesday, November 17, noon: Special guest Bryan Walsh, Journalist for Time Magazine, discusses the upcoming United Nations climate conference in What Will Come From Cancun? Call in: 1.712.432.3100, conference code: 253385.Information: 845.758.7073; cep@bard.edu

Film: Carbon Nation

Carey Institute for Ecosystem Studies, Auditorium, 2801 Sharon Tpke. (Route 44), Millbrook, NY 12545 Friday, November 19, 7 p.m.: Directed by Peter Byck, the 90-minute ﬁlm is a witty and optimistic look at climate change solutions. It explores what people are already doing, what we as a nation could be doing, and what the world needs to do to stave oﬀ climate change by moving to a low carbon economy. Free and open to the public. Information: 845.677.7600 x 121; http://www.ecostudies.org/events.html

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Ars Omnia Tuetur: 25 Years at Thornwillow Press

Archives and Special Collections Libraries, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 Through December 15: Vassar is an oﬃcial repository of the publications of Thornwillow Press, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. The Thornwillow collection, now numbering 32 volumes, from the Newburgh, New York-based company, joins other major collections of Hudson Valley-based publishers in the Special Collections Library. In the 25 years that the press has operated, it has produced a wide variety of limited edition books by signiﬁcant authors, all of which demonstrate the arts of papermaking, typography, illustration, and bookbinding. The press has gained a reputation as one of the key private presses functioning in the United States today. Hours: Daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: http://arts.vassar.edu

John Ashbery Poetry Series: Eugene Ostashevsky and Matvei Yankelevich

Bard College, Weis Cinema, Bertlesmann Campus Center, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504 Thursday, October 14, 6 p.m.: Ostashevsky and Yankelevich read from their poems and translations of works by contemporary Russian authors. Tickets: Free and open to the public. Information: 845.758.7121; http://bard.edu

Writing Workshop

Starr Library, 68 West Market St., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Thursday, October 14, 6:30-8:30 p.m.: Writing for Personal Evolution with author, workshop leader and writing coach, Dara Lurie, oﬀers two manuscript consult evenings on October 14 and 28. Writers working in all genres welcome. Whether the idea is still in your head, or you’ve lost inspiration several hundred pages into your manuscript, this 2.5

hour workshop will energize your project by clarifying the core ideas and themes and helping you to sketch out a out a realistic road-map for completion. Pre-registration is required. Tickets: $25 Information: 845.876.4030; http://www.transformative-writing.com

Met Opera: Das Rheingold

Time and Space Limited, 434 Columbia St., Hudson, NY 12534 Sat. & Sun., Oct. 16 & 17, 1 p.m.: Sung in German, Das Rheingold is the ﬁrst Opera in Wagner’s famous Ring Cycle, and tells the story of Wotan, a God, and his struggle to pay a debt to the giants, who will accept only his sister in law, the goddess of love and beauty, or a powerful gold ring (the Rheingold) as payment of Wotan’s debt to them. A magical and beautiful story of gods, giants, dwarves, and magic. Tickets: $25; $15, children 13 and under Information: 518.822.8100; http://www.timeandspace.org

Genius Within: The Inner Life of Glenn Gould

Time and Space Limited, 434 Columbia St., Hudson, NY 12534 Sat., Oct. 16, 7:30 p.m.; Sun., Oct. 17 & Sat., Oct. 23, 5:30 p.m.; Sun., Oct. 24, 3:30 p.m.: An enigmatic musical poet - and the most documented classical musician of the last century - world-renowned pianist Glenn Gould continues to captivate international audiences 26 years after his untimely death. Directed by Michele Hozer and Peter Raymont, Genius Within humanizes the legend, weaving together an unprecedented array of unseen footage, private home recordings and diaries, as well as compelling interviews with Gould’s most intimate friends and lovers - all exploring the incongruities between Gould’s private reality and his wider image. Tickets: $7; $5 students and members Information: 518.822.8100; http://www.timeandspace.org

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Poe Goes to the Movies

Dutchess Community College, Bowne Hall, Room 122, 53 Pendell Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Tuesday, October 19, 7 p.m.: DCC Professor John Desmond guides the audience through a fast-paced discussion and viewing of ﬁlm clips from the vast library of movie adaptations of Poe’s works. Part of POEkeepsie’s Big Read Event. Information: 845.485.3445 x 3306; http://www.poklib.org

Home Companion with Garrison Keillor will feature special guests such as singer/ﬁddle player Sara Watkins, roots music quintet Old Crow Medicine Show, Texas singer/songwriter Joe Ely, and vocalist Andra Suchy. Regular show performers will be on hand. Tickets: $22; $15, children under 13 Information: 518.822.8100; http://www.timeandspace.org

National Theatre of London Live Simulcast: A Disappearing Number

Time and Space Limited, 434 Columbia St., Hudson, NY 12534 Friday, October 22, 8 p.m.: The internationally acclaimed theatre company Complicite’s production of A Disappearing Number opened in Plymouth in 2007 and has subsequently toured all over the world. It weaves together the story of two love aﬀairs, separated by a century and a continent. Tickets: $22; $15, children 13 and under Information: 518.822.8100; http://www.timeandspace.org

Film: The Twilight Saga: Eclipse

James and Betty Hall Theater, Dutchess Community College, 53 Pendell Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Friday, October 22, 8 p.m.: Bella once again ﬁnds herself surrounded by danger as Seattle is ravaged by a string of mysterious killings and a malicious vampire continues her quest for revenge. In the midst of it all, she is forced to choose between her love for Edward and her friendship with Jacob -- knowing that her decision has the potential to ignite the struggle between vampire and werewolf. Rated PG 13 Tickets: Free Information: 845.431.8000; http://sunydutchess.edu Aronofsky’s Black Swan stars Natalie Portman as a ballerina in rivalry over a role in “Swan Lake.”

FilmColumbia Festival

Crandall Theater, Tracy Memorial, Morris Memorial, Chatham, NY 12037 October 20-24: FilmColumbia, a world-class, five-day film festival in the village of Chatham, celebrates its 11th year with what it calls its strongest lineup yet, featuring new films by Mike Leigh, Darren Aronofsky, Claire Denis, Bertrand Tavernier, John Madden, Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu, Julian Schnabel, and many others. The Festival offers more than 35 screenings and events. Festival-goers will have a chance to catch The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest, the follow up to the sensational The Girl Who Played With Fire, directed again by Daniel Alfredson; the chilling White Material, a new film by Claire Denis (Chocolat); the latest from John Madden (Shakespeare in Love) called The Debt, a thriller starring Helen Mirren; a hilarious entry in the “midnight-movie genre” Suck, a kind of rock ‘n roll vampire movie; and the new film by Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu (21 Grams, Babel), Biutiful, with Javier Bardem. Romance, comedy, animation, fantasy, history, shorts and student films are all offered, along with the “Saturday Night Sneak”, a special feature of FilmColumbia where a major movie will be screened, but not announced until moments before the theatre lights go dark. On Friday night the much-anticipated Alex Gibney documentary, Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer, will be screened and followed by a lively discussion with the director and panelists including WAMC’s Alan Chartock; Victor Navasky, publisher-emeritus of The Nation; and author Lloyd Constantine. Tickets: prices vary; all-festival passes also available. Information: http://www.filmcolumbia.com

Live in HD: A Prairie Home Companion

Time and Space Limited, 434 Columbia St., Hudson, NY 12534 Thursday, October 21, 7:30 p.m.: Presented by Prairie Home Productions, American Public Media, and BY Experience, A Prairie

Friends of Starr Library Annual Book Sale

Starr Library, 68 West Market St., Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Fri., Oct. 22, noon-5 p.m.; Sat., Oct. 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., Oct. 24, 1-4 p.m.: Stock up now for a those cozy winter reading days at the Starr Library’s Fall Book Sale! The sale features an extensive collection of adult ﬁction and non ﬁction, starting at 50¢, along with collections on history, politics, wellness, gardening, cooking, and many other topics. Trade paperbacks, which sell for $12.99 and up, are just $1.00. Children’s soft cover books start at 10¢, and there’s a good collection of chapter books for 50¢. Information: 845.876.4030; http://www.starrlibrary.org

Reading: Paul De Angelis, Dear Mrs. Kennedy

Oblong Books & Music, Montgomery Row, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Saturday, October 23, 7:30 p.m.: In the weeks and months following the assassination of her husband, Jacqueline Kennedy received over 800,000 letters. These letters have been tucked away in the Kennedy Library’s archives for almost 50 years. Filled with emotion, patriotic sentiment, and insight, they are a poignant time capsule of one of the seminal events of the 20th century. Dear Mrs Kennedy is a diverse portrait, not only of the aftermath of the assassination, but of the Kennedy mystique that continues to captivate the world. Information: 845.876.0500; http://www.oblongbooks.com

Poe and the Detective Story

The Auditorium, 105 Market St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Sunday, October 24, 2:30 p.m.: Dr. Charles J. Rzepka, Professor of English at Boston University and author of Detective Fiction, explores the subject of Poe as the seminal writer of detective ﬁction. Part of POEkeepsie’s Big Read programming. Information: 845.485.3445 x 3306; http://www.poklib.org continued on page 52

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Reading: Gay Talese

Oblong Books & Music, Montgomery Row, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Sunday, October 24, 4 p.m.: Gay Talese, one of the ﬁnest and most celebrated American journalists of the past 50 years, reads from his new collection, The Silent Season of a Hero: The Sports Writing of Gay Talese. Information: 845.876.0500; http://www.oblongbooks.com

Poe Poems and Prose Reception

The Raven, as illustrated by John Tenniel 1858

Dutchess Community College, Drumlin Hall, 53 Pendell Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Tuesday, October 26, 7 p.m.: Reception and reading of winning entries from Dutchess County residents who submitted their favorite work by Poe with a written explanation of the unique attraction and impact of the work. Light refreshments will be served. Part of POEkeepsie’s Big Read Event. Information: 845.485.3445 x 3306; http://www.poklib.org

Met Opera: Boris Godunov

Time and Space Limited, 434 Columbia St., Hudson, NY 12534 Sat. & Sun., Oct. 30 & 31, noon: A classic Russian opera, Boris Godunov tells the story of a Russian czar of the same name who is driven crazy with guilt over killing the young heir to the Russian throne. Tickets: $25; $15, children 13 and under Information: 518.822.8100; http://www.timeandspace.org

Vassar College Bookstore Author Series Reading

Vassar College Bookstore, College Center, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 Thursday, October 28, 5 p.m.: SUNY New Paltz Associate Professor of English Heinz Insu Fenkl, Vassar class of 1982, will read from his books Korean Folktales and Memories of My Ghost Brother. Fenkl is an author, editor, translator, folklorist, and director of ISIS: The Interstitial Studies Institute at SUNY, New Paltz. Korean Folktales is a collection of stories that draw on storytelling traditions and classics from Fenkl’s homeland of Korea. For his novel Memories of My Ghost Brother, Fenkl was named a Barnes and Noble “Great New Writer” and was a PEN/Hemingway Award ﬁnalist. He lectures regularly for the Korea Society on a variety of topics including Korean animation, comics, literature, and folktales. Tickets: Free and open to the public. Information: http://arts.vassar.edu

A Reading and Conversation with the Author of Crazy Heart

James and Betty Hall Theater, Dutchess Community College, 53 Pendell Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Thursday, November 4, 12:30 p.m.: Thomas Cobb’s novel Crazy Heart, developed from his doctoral dissertation in 1986 at the University of Houston, is the book upon which the 2009 Academy Award-winning ﬁlm is based. Cobb, with Scott Cooper as screenplay writer, was the 2010 Scripter Award Finalist for Novel Adapted to Film. In addition to writing the novel Crazy Heart, he is the author of Bad Dreams (1986) and Shavetail (2008), as well as Acts of Contrition (2003), a collection of stories. Acts of Contrition received the 2002 George Garrett Fiction

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Prize. Shavetail has been awarded the 2009 Western Writers of America Spur Award (long novel) and the 2009 Texas Institute of Letters Jesse H. Jones Award for ﬁction. Cobb is currently working on his next book, Blood in Their Eyes. Information: 845.431.8000; http://sunydutchess.edu

Film: Scott Pilgrim vs. The World

James and Betty Hall Theater, Dutchess Community College, 53 Pendell Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Friday, November 5, 8 p.m.: Scott Pilgrim’s life is awesome. He’s 23years-old, in a rock band, “between jobs” and dating a cute high school girl. Everything’s fantastic until a seriously mind-blowing, dangerously fashionable, roller blading delivery girl named Ramona Flowers starts cruising through his dreams and sailing by him at parties. But the path to Ms. Flowers isn’t covered in rose petals. Ramona’s seven evil exes stand between Scott and true happiness. Can Scott beat the bad guys and get the girl without turning his precious little life upside-down? Rated PG 13 Tickets: Free and open to the public. Information: 845.431.8000; http://sunydutchess.edu

Author Signings at Merritt

Merritt Bookstore, Front Street, Millbrook, NY 12545 Saturday, November 6, 5 p.m.: Jennifer Donnelly shares her new book, Revolution. Sunday, November 7, 2 p.m.: Liza Donnelly, cartoonist for The New Yorker, shares her new book, When Do They Serve the Wine? The Folly, Flexibility, and Fun of Being a Woman. Information: 845.677.5857; http://www.merrittbooks.com

Reading: Steve Kotler: A Small Furry Prayer

Oblong Books & Music, Montgomery Row, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Thursday, November 11, 7:30 p.m.: Steven Kotler was 40 years old and facing an existential crisis. Then he met Joy— a woman devoted to the cause of canine rescue. “Love me, love my dogs,” was her rule, and not having any better ideas, Steven took it to heart. Together with their pack of eight dogs—then ﬁfteen dogs, then twenty-ﬁve dogs, then, well, they lost count—Steven and Joy bought a tiny farm in a tiny town in rural New Mexico and started the Rancho de Chihuahua, a dog sanctuary for dogs with special needs. While dog rescue is one of the largest underground movements in America, it is also one of the least understood. This insider look at the cult and culture of dog rescue begins with Kotler’s personal experience working with an ever-peculiar pack of dogs and becomes a much deeper investigation into exactly what it means to devote one’s life to the furry and the four-legged. Information: 845.876.0500; http://www.oblongbooks.com

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Annual Columbia County Golden Gathering

Columbia-Greene Community College, 4400 Route 23, Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, October 16, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Eighteenth Annual Golden Gathering features a variety of free health testing, demonstrations, entertainment, refreshments and informational tables geared toward the interests and needs of senior citizens and those who care for them. Tickets: Free and open to the public. Information: 518.455.2411; http://sunycgcc.edu

Autumn Landscape Garden Walk

Locust Grove, 2683 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Saturday, October 16, 10-11:30 a.m.: Thanks to the Legacy of Samuel Morse, and other early residents of Locust Grove, our landscape garden is a living museum of stately specimen trees. Join the horticulturists to walk the grounds and learn more about trees that make up this beautiful landscape. At the peak of fall color in the Hudson Valley, enjoy a close look at historic specimen trees, grand views of the Hudson, and an intimate walk through wooded trails. Tickets: $3 Information: 845.454.4500; http://www.lgny.org

Human Spirit; Nicholson Baker, author of The Anthologist, Vox and The Charms of Wikipedia; and Leon Botstein, president of Bard College. Admission: Free and open to the public. Information: http://www.bard.edu/hannaharendtcenter

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Out of the Darkness Community Walk

Walkway Over the Hudson, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Saturday, October 23, 10:30 a.m.-noon: Meet on the Highland side. Talk to save lives, walk to honor a loved one, walk to raise awareness. Pre-register online. Information: http://www.outofthedarkness.org

The Annual Gathering of Old Cars

Staatsburgh State Historic Site, Old Post Road, Staatsburg, NY Sunday, October 17, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: 24th annual classic car show, co-sponsored by Red Hook Car Club. Antique automobiles, car capers and costume show set amidst autumn vistas on the Hudson Riverfront estate lawn. Food vendors. Information: http://www.staatsburgh.com

Project Catwalk

Club Helsinki, 405 Columbia St., Hudson, NY 12534 Tuesday, October 19, 6 p.m.: Fashion show and auction to beneﬁt Animalkind. Donated clothes are high-styled into “fashion collections” and auctioned oﬀ, in the spirit of fun and giving, to the highest bidder. Tickets: $20; $40 VIP Information: 518.822.8643; http://www.animalkind.info

Prostate Cancer Awareness and Update

Northern Dutchess Hospital Lower Level Conference Room, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Tuesday, October 19, 6:30 p.m.: Scott Kahn, MD, Hudson Valley Urology Associates discusses signs and symptoms of Prostate Cancer, as well as cutting edge treatments. In honor of Prostate Cancer Awareness month. Information: 877.729.2444; http://www.health-quest.org/ndh

International Conference: Human Being in an Inhuman Age

Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY Friday & Saturday, October 22 & 23: Conference Sponsored by The Hannah Arendt Center for Ethical and Political Thinking, The Human Rights Project at Bard College and The Science, Technology and Society Program. What does it mean to be human amidst super-human technological advances? Conference faculty include: Ray Kurzweil, inventor of the Kurzweil Synthesizer and author of The Singularity is Near; Sherry Turkle, author of The Second Self: Computers and the

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1935 and the Enduring New Deal: The Works Progress Administration and the Rural Electriﬁcation Administration

Henry A. Wallace Center, FDR Museum & Library, Hyde Park, NY Sunday, October 24, 2 p.m.: In honor of the 75th anniversary of the enactment of the Social Security Act, the Works Progress Administration, the National Labor Relations Act, and the Rural Electriﬁcation Administration, the FDR Presidential Library and Museum and the Roosevelt Institute present “1935 and the Enduring New Deal,” a series of free public forums. This program will examine the historical impact of the WPA and REA’s infrastructure programs, current eﬀorts to document and preserve New Deal projects, and the lessons that can be learned from these programs for modern America. Moderated by Alan Chartock, President and CEO, WAMC, Northeast Public Radio. See web site for list of panelists. Information: 845.486.7745; http://www.fdrlibrary.marist.edu

Burger Hill and Ferncliﬀ Forest Hike

Burger Hill, Route 9G, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Sunday, October 24, start time tba: Hike with the Adirondack Mountain Club starting at Burger Hill, then carpool to Ferncliﬀ Forest. Rain cancels. Information: 845.876.4642; http://www.midhudsonadk.org continued on page 55

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Annual Caregiver Conference

Holiday Inn & Conference Center, Route 9 & I-84, Fishkill, NY 12524 Thursday, October 28, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.: Annual Caregiver Conference to assist and support family members caring for aging parents. Topics of discussion include: mainitaining quality of life for the caregiver and for the aging parent; music therapy; mental health issues; panel presentation on how to keep family members safe. Lunch and continental breakfast included. Seating is limited. Tickets: Free; registration recommended. Information: 845.471.2655

Fall for Local Produce

Northern Dutchess Hospital Lower Level Conference Room, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Thursday, October 28, 6:30 p.m.: Rouﬁa Payman, Director, Outpatient Nutrition Education at NDH discusses how to prepare and enjoy healthy meals using the best local ingredients for your health. Gluten-free options will also be covered. Information: 877.729.2444; http://www.health-quest.org/ndh

The Appealing Apple Workshop

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia County, 479 Route 66, Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, October 30, 1-4 p.m.: This is a family friendly workshop where adults and youth are invited to come and experience the “Appeal of the Apple.” Take a look at the history of the apple while enjoying intergenerational togetherness! Participants will: Learn to grow your own apple tree & take home seeds to germinate; Make and take Cornell tested applesause; Make & take a craft; Play some “Apple” games. Open to youth ages 8 & up accompanied by 1 adult. There must be an adult for every youth registered. Tickets: $20 for 1 adult and 1 youth. Information: 518.828.3346; http://blogs.cce.cornell.edu/columbia

Fern Terrariums: Hands-On Workshop

Olana Historic Site, Wagon House Education Center/Farm Complex, 5720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Saturday, November 5, 10 a.m.-noon: Visit Olana’s 2nd ﬂoor exhibition: Fern Hunting among These Picturesque Mountains: Frederic Edwin Church in Jamaica. Following this inspiring exhibition, local environmental artist and biologist Elizabeth Schaefer will teach you how to connect with nature by creating your own mini eco-system/ beautiful one-of-a kind fern terrarium. Tickets: Free! Class sized limited, register by preceding Saturday. Information: 518.828.0135; http://www.olana.org

Equine Advocates Fundraiser with Host Joan Allan

Equine Advocates Sanctuary, Chatham, NY 12037 Saturday, November 6, noon-6 p.m.: Three-time Academy Award nominee and Tony Award-winning actress, Joan Allen, hosts an afternoon to beneﬁt Equine Advocates, a charity organization based in Chatham that rescues neglected and abused equines. The event features excerpts from RIDE: Equestrian Dance Theater by Paula Josa-Jones/ Performance Works which explores the sensuous and archetypal bond between human and horse through music, movement and dance. Tickets: $50-$150 Information: 518.245.1599; info@equineadvocates.org; http://www.equineadvocates.org

Northern Dutchess Hospital Mothers’ Club Annual Fashion Show

The Rhinecliff Hotel, 4 Grinnell St., Rhinecliff, NY Wednesday, November 10, 5:30 p.m.: This annual benefit fashion show, “Fashion Forward” is an elegant evening that is all about style, and will showcase seasonable fashions and accessories for men and women provided by local merchants and designers. The evening includes a cocktail reception, seated four course dinner, cash bar, fashion show, and silent auction. Proceeds benefit Northern Dutchess Hospital Mothers’ Club. Tickets: $65 Information: 845.871.3505; http://www.health-quest.org/ndh

Sunset Sensations: A Uniqe Wine & Food Sampling Series

Locust Grove, 2683 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Thursday, November 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m.: Cooking demonstrations by the featured chef of the month, Susan Holbert-Crocker. See Oct. 14 for full description. Tickets: $24, advance; $26 door. Information: 845.454.4500; http://www.lgny.org

From Garden to Table Series: What Are We Feeding Our Kids? From Modern Times to the Good Old Days

Olana State Historic Site, Wagon House Education Center/Farm Complex, 5720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Sunday, November 14, 1 p.m.: Times have changed since Frederic Church raised real food for his family on the land at Olana. What is in the food we are serving our kids each day? Local nutritionist Betsy Cashen will teach you how to navigate the grocery aisles and the farmers markets and make informed choices about what your family eats. This workshop will educate about the wonders and the pitfalls in the modern food supply. We will also have a hands-on demonstration of making traditional, fermented sauerkraut. Register by preceding Saturday. Information: 518.828.1872 x 109; http://www.olana.org

Nutrition and Breast Cancer Risk Modiﬁcation

Northern Dutchess Hospital Lower Level Conference Room, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Thursday, November 4, 6:30 p.m.: Hank Schmidt, MD, PhD, FACS, HQMP-Surgical Oncology talks about the role of diet and supplements in breast cancer development. This presentation will review the clinical evidence that should be considered when making recommendations for lifestyle modiﬁcation in patients at risk. Information: 877.729.2444; http://www.health-quest.org/ndh

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COMMUNITY LECTURE SERIES AT NORTHERN DUTCHESS HOSPITAL

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to keeping you involved, informed and healthy for life. Tuesday, October 5th

AN UPDATE ON STROKE Gerald Kufner, MD, Kingston Neurological Associates, Director, NDH Stroke Center When it comes to a stroke, time is of the essence. Come learn about stroke risk factors, symptoms, and available treatments that could save a life.

Wednesday, October 13th

CHILDREN AND SLEEP DISORDERS Dr. Barbara Chat-Aryamontri, MD, Medical Director, NDH Sleep Center Does your child snore? Come learn about children and sleep disorders, including when it’s time to get tested and what symptoms to look for.

Thursday, October 14th

NON-OPERATIVE TREATMENT FOR PAINFUL MUSCULOSKELETAL CONDITIONS Richard Dentico, MD, Orthopedic Associates of Dutchess County and NDH Bone and Joint Center Come learn about the most current treatments for musculoskeletal pain disorders including: osteoarthritis, spinal arthritis, spinal stenosis, and sciatica. Treatments include exercise as medicine, interventional/injection procedures and more.

Tuesday, October 19th

PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS AND UPDATE Scott Kahn, MD, Hudson Valley Urology Associates In honor of Prostate Cancer Awareness month, Dr. Kahn will discuss signs and symptoms of Prostate Cancer, as well as cutting edge treatments.

Thursday, October 28th

FALL FOR LOCAL PRODUCE Roufia Payman, Director, Outpatient Nutrition Education at NDH Ms. Payman will discuss how to prepare and enjoy healthy meals utilizing the best local ingredients for your health. A portion will also be dedicated gluten free diet options.

Thursday, November 4th

NUTRITION AND BREAST CANCER RISK MODIFICATION Hank Schmidt, MD, PhD, FACS, HQMP-Surgical Oncology Significant controversy prevails around the role of diet and supplements in breast cancer development. This presentation will review the clinical evidence that should be considered when making recommendations for lifestyle modification in patients at risk.

Tuesday, November 16th

VALVULAR HEART DISEASE: A SURGEON’S VIEW Peter Zakow, MD, HQMP- Division of Cardio Thoracic Surgery Learn about options for valvular heart disease and the importance of prevention, detection of symptoms and management of this disease.

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All Lectures begin at 6:30 pm and are held in the NDH Lower Level Conference Room. Registration is required. Call 1-877-729-2444.