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Stephen Jenkinson’s “Die Wise� workshop & Griefwalker in Kingston

Upon finding himself in the presence of dying people – this as head of

a counseling team in a palliative care program – Stephen Jenkinson, Canadian teacher/farmer/storyteller/canoe-builder, witnessed the dilemma of our contemporary attitude on dying.

In trying to avoid death at all costs, we rob ourselves of the opportunity to make meaning of our lives at the end of life. We are effectively denied the experience of meeting death on our own terms – ones that might herald the culmination of whatever wisdom we’ve accrued in our days, rather than signifying a giving up, a failure.

With Master’s degrees from both Harvard University (in Theology) and the University of Toronto (in Social Work), Jenkinson has accumulated some insider information about how to approach such problematic attitudes. He works to help

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others find a direct line to “dying wise.�

He emphasizes the distinction between this and “dying wisely,� which, in short, refocuses the wisdom and places it squarely on the individual.

In a clip shot and directed by Ian Mackenzie, Jenkinson says, “The meanings of life aren’t inherited. What is inherited is the mandate to make meanings of life by how we live. The endings of life give life’s meanings a chance to show. The beginning of the end of our order, our way, is now in view. This isn’t punishment, any more than dying is a punishment for being born.�

This is not a conversation about how to die, what arrangements to put in place, what choices to make. It is a straightforward acknowledgment that we do indeed die. It is an admonition to wise up about who we are and how we have lived before death shortchanges

our opportunity to make meaning of our lives. “What if meaning is not hidden?� he asks. Indeed, what if our purpose is to recapitulate what we’ve learned, how we have evolved during our short years on Earth? What, as some might ask, is the point? The answer might lie in knowing that we choose. And in choosing to face death straight-on, we are empowered to say what the meaning of our life is.

Circle of Friends for the Dying, a local non-profit chartered to create a home for terminally ill people, is hosting Jenkinson in Kingston on Friday, June 3 for the screening of a documentary, Griefwalker. Filmed over a dozen years, it shows Jenkinson in teaching sessions with doctors and nurses, in counseling sessions with dying people and their families and in meditative and frank exchanges with the film’s director (all while paddling around in a birchbark canoe) about the

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Country Living Fair in Rhinebeck

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eople whose childhoods happened before the age of the Internet often have fond memories of transforming a big fat Sears or Montgomery Ward Christmas catalogue into a personal wish book, inscribing their initials beside the things they wanted and dog-earing the pertinent pages of the toy section so that Mom, Dad or Santa would have no difficulty finding the critical info.

Country Living magazine is kind of like that for grownups who either live in a rural area or desperately wish that they did.

If you love antiques or home décor or entertaining or farm-to-table delicacies, you read it and drool.

A couple of times a year, the faithful are summoned together to commune over shared passions for the upscale rural lifestyle at a Country Living Fair. One of those convocations comes to Rhinebeck this weekend. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 3 to 5, rain or shine, “The pages of Country Living magazine come to life” at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds.

JOSLYN BLAIR The event is primarily a shopping extravaganza. Among the 200+ vendors from 25 states who participate, those featured for 2016 include Beekman 1802 Mercantile, Findings@Summerhouse, JBS Mercantile, Rockerbox Garlic, Selina Vaughan Studios, South Porch Antiques and Stash Style. Buzzwords like “upcycled” pepper their product descriptions, luring the crowds who want to balance fashionforward conspicuous consumption with a small carbon footprint.

But there are also plenty of seminars and demonstrations and chat sessions with Country Living editors and contributors.

Unsurprisingly, since their Beekman 1802 Mercantile product line is being spotlighted, The Fabulous Beekman Boys stars Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell will be doing a cooking demo (candied fennel and fried lemons) on the Kitchen Stage at noon on Saturday. On Friday, DIY Network designer/ stylist Joanne Palmisano, author of Salvage Secrets Design and Décor will share some of her secrets for turning sows’ ears into silk purses. Farmhouse Rules author Nancy Fuller will do cooking demos on both Saturday and Sunday. Backyard Style author Matthew Mead will also appear both days, showing how to use paint-sprayers to give your décor a lift.

One-day admission costs $13 in advance and $16 at the door; three-day weekend passes are available for $15 in advance ($40 if you want VIP early entry at 8:30 a.m. on Friday and Saturday) and $20 at the door; admission is free for children ages 16 and under. To purchase tickets or find out more, call (866) 500-FAIR (3247) or visit www.countryliving.com/fair/ a4255/country-living-fair-rhinebeck. The Dutchess County Fairgrounds are located at 6550 Spring Brook Avenue (Route 9) in Rhinebeck.

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There’s more than one possible interpretation of the word “interpretive.” When most of us think of the Maurice D. Hinchey Catskill Interpretive Center (CIC) in Mount Tremper, we envision a place where one can learn about nature, science and environmental issues, right? But there’s also the arts/literature/criticism side of the “interpretive,” and the Center wants to bring it on board.

Teaming up with WoodstockArts, this Saturday the CIC is inviting 39 nonfiction and fiction writers, poets and children’s authors to speak at the first annual Catskill Interpretive Center Book Fair. “Born of a desire to bring all of the publishing resources representing the region together in one place,” per the official announcement, the Book Fair will also host an exhibitors’ tent featuring Catskills publishers such as McPherson & Co., Bright Hill Press, Station Hill, Black Dome and Purple Mountain.

Three speakers’ tents – one of them just for kid-lit and storytelling – will host authors speaking in 30-minute slots, including such local luminaries as Vernon Benjamin, Carol and Dave White, Michael Kudish, Bob Steuding and Evan Pritchard, with a variety of genres up for discussion.

Violet Snow will host a writers’ workshop, and there will be two 45-minute panel discussions: One, titled “The Catskills as a Creative Muse,” will be hosted by Will Nixon; the other, on documentary filmmaking in the Catskills, will feature Tobe Carey, Cambiz Khosravi and Stephen Blauweiss, with Ulster Publishing’s own Geddy Sveikauskas as moderator.

This free event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 4 at the Catskill Interpretive Center, located at 5096 Route 28 in Mount Tremper. For the full schedule and additional information, visit www.catskillinterpretivecenter.org/ bookfair.

– Frances Marion Platt

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origins and consequences of his ideas for how we live and die.

On Saturday, June 4, a workshop titled “Die Wise: Making Meaning of the Ending of Days” will cover concepts that Jenkinson presents in a book of the same title. After the workshop, a private reception will be held for a limited number of people in a home in Kingston. Ticketholders can

enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres from a local restaurant while sharing experiences with each other, and have another chance to meet with Jenkinson in an intimate setting.

– Ann Hutton Griefwalker screening, Friday, June 3, 7-9:30 p.m., “Die Wise: Making Mean-

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A new gender/ sexuality lexicon Learn the lingo and more at Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center’s Cultural Competency Training

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t’s no secret that the Hudson Valley – and in particular, Ulster County – is a community that is largely inclusive of LGBTQ persons. The Valley is home to multiple pride festivals and its own LGBTQ Community Center, and the website Big Gay Hudson Valley even has a feature called “What’s in Your Gayborhood?” that allows visitors to search for LGBTQ-friendly hangouts by location.

But even in a place that is, on the whole, welcoming, there remains a need for individuals and organizations to understand the language needed to create a comfortable atmosphere for LGBTQ persons. After all, being an ally doesn’t automatically instill in one the knowledge needed to create that environment. That’s where the Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center’s Cultural Competency Training comes in.

The program, which is funded primarily by the New York State Department of Health, is taught at various organizations by educators from Kingston’s LGBTQ

Center. It aims to help create welcoming environments for the LGBTQ community by educating people on language and practices that are inclusive. Fred Mayo, acting executive director and president of the Board at the LGBTQ Center, says that organizations often “realize they don’t have the skills or language” to create that welcoming environment. Says program specialist Tess Martin, “a lot of social service organizations and nonprofit organizations” m a ke u s e o f the program.

Common among those clients are healthcare providers.

The Competency Training materials advise trainees to “Think inclusively, confront bias and question commonly held assumptions.” In practice, this includes such actions as using inclusive language. On an intake form, for example, a doctor’s office might opt out of the traditional relationship categories of “husband/wife” and “mother/father,” instead providing options like “partner” and “parent.” Materials distributed by the Center advise that organizations “provide a blank line” whenever possible, allowing patients to describe their own gender and relationships. Perhaps most significantly, the Center’s materials instruct trainees to “Be sensitive to the words the client uses and reflect them back. If your client says ‘my friend’ or ‘my partner,’ use those same words in follow-up questions.”

It’s a helpful guideline in any scenario, regardless of person or setting. It’s not uncommon for unwed couples beyond adolescence to prefer the term “partner,” regardless of sexual orientation.

While the use of inclusive actions and language to acknowledge possibilities outside of heterosexuality is still an issue, Mayo says that it has made great progress.

Now, he says, “The challenge that is very hard for some people is how to address trans people.” This brings to light one of the crucial distinctions that is commonly misunderstood. “Sex is an activity; gender is an identity,” says Mayo. While many

“Sex is an activity; gender is an identity”

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Kate Pierson of the B-52s will be the Grand Marshall of this Sunday's Pride March in New Paltz

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or the 11th year, Kingston’s LGBTQ Center is bringing Pride Week to the Hudson Valley. The festivities are comprised of four nights of events culminating in the final Pride- March and Festival on Sunday, June 5 in New Paltz.

There will be no kickoff party, with the Center opting to build momentum for the finale with a series of smaller events that it’s calling a “Journey to Pride.” On Thursday night, the Center will host a “Gay, Old and Proud” panel discussion, featuring members of the LGBTQ community discussing their experiences. Fred Mayo, board president and acting executive director at the Center, says that while he is happy to see young persons receiving recognition, the Center wants to “give the older generations a chance to tell their stories” of being LGBTQ in a time when it was less accepted. Friday will be a movie night, with a showing of The Queen, a 1968 documentary that stars drag queen Sabrina, who Mayo hopes will attend.

A Pride Reception and volunteer recognition night will take place on Saturday night, followed by a party at Novella’s in New Paltz that will include dancing and cabaret with a special guest, New York City drag queen Peppermint.

The Sunday Pride March is the biggest event, typically drawing about 800 participants. “We call it a march, not a parade, because it is really about honoring dignity for all people,” says Mayo. Among the participants are high school Gay/ Straight Alliances, churches and many individuals. LGBTQ groups like Dykes on Bikes and Big Gay Hudson Valley, as well as education and advocacy organizations like GLSEN and PFLAG, will be present, alongside a host of other attendees out to show their support, including teams, businesses and musical groups. Kate Pierson, member of the B-52s and longtime supporter of the LGBTQ community, will make an appearance as the event’s Grand Marshall.

Following the march, marchers and onlookers can gather in Hasbrouck Park, where there will be food trucks, vendor booths and performers. The Center will collect the names of sponsors and supporters into a Digital Pride Guide that will remain on its website for the duration of the year. The festivities will continue into the night with an afterparty, though the Center has yet to decide on a venue.

Mayo says that the purpose of Pride Week is twofold: It celebrates“the community, the dignity and the straight allies,” but it also serves as a reminder that there is still a lot of work left to do. He notes that the legalization of same-sex marriage was a huge step in the fight for LGBTQ rights, but that “everything isn’t solved,” pointing to North Carolina’s recent legislation to block anti-discrimination policies.

New York faced its own legal turmoil around LGBTQ rights, notably in 2004 when then-mayor of New Paltz Jason West officiated same-sex marriages and faced charges for doing so. “Particularly this year,” says Mayo, “the Pride march and festival is important to show that the Hudson Valley celebrates the dignity of all LGBTQ persons. New Paltz is a welcoming community to all of us. What a privilege it is to celebrate Pride there.”

The Center provides resources and organizes events for LGBTQ persons and allies. Mayo says that Pride is a “big splash,” but that the Center wants to continue that work year-round. “We’re devoted to a quiet, continuing commitment to change.”

– Fiona Steacy Pride March, Sunday, June 5, kick-off at 1 p.m. at New Paltz Middle School on 196 Main Street. March will feature Kate Pierson as Grand Marshall. Festival to follow at nearby Hasbrouck Park from 2-4 p.m. For more information, call (845) 331-5300, http://lgbtqcenter.org.

people have no problem understanding same-sex relationships, those same people may be uncertain of how to address individuals who do not fit the traditional gender norms of “male” and “female,” and may confuse a person’s sexual orientation with their gender identity.

While it’s important for medical professionals to be respectful, it’s also vital

for doctors to know intimate information about their patients as soon as possible, so they (or at least their intake forms) are afforded a bluntness that doesn’t apply in a social setting. Their paperwork will ask for a patient’s gender before a person has ever stepped into an examination room. A similar frankness in a different context might, understandably, be offputting. Instead, Mayo reiterates one of the training principles: “Respond to the person and how they identify themselves.”

He advises that one “respond to clues” and “let it unfold.”

Knowing a person’s gender, sexual orientation and preferred pronouns is not essential to acquaintanceship. “If they’re

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June 2, 2016 Pat, they’re Pat,” says Mayo, implying that, while gender-neutral names may not indicate gender, it’s okay not to know that information immediately. One notable benefit of meeting someone in a social context is that you may have a mutual friend or acquaintance who already knows how the individual prefers to be addressed.

Mayo says that one of the most helpful things that a person can do is to simply acknowledge that there is a reality outside of the heteronormative one that is culturally dominant. If Mayo is teaching a class on customer service, he says, he’ll explain to students, “You can’t assume two men checking into a hotel want two beds. Ask them, ‘Two beds or one?’” That way, says Mayo, you keep the conversation open to possibility.

While gender identity and sexual orientation/identity are highly individual, there are certain terms that it is useful to know. We’ve provided the following as a guide to some common and contemporary words as a primer of sorts, but it is by no means comprehensive. Thank you to the Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center, whose Glossary of Terms (provided

by GLSEN Hudson Valley) has provided the basis for several of the terms adapted here.

GENDER/SEXUALITY LEXICON

Bisexual: Indicates a sexual orientation in which a person feels physical attraction to both men and women.

Cisgender: Term for a person whose gender identity agrees with their assigned sex, such as a self-identifying woman whose birth certificate reads “female.”

Gender Expression: The external indicators that an individual presents to others to communicate gender identity. This may include such things as voice, hair and clothing.

Gender Identity: An individual’s selfperception of their gender as male, female, both or something else.

Genderqueer/Genderfluid: Genderqueer is an umbrella term for persons whose gender identity is neither exclusively masculine nor exclusively feminine.

Genderqueer people may perceive themselves as genderless, embodying qualities of both/multiple genders, being of a gender that is entirely separate of the male/female binary or having a fluctuating gender identity. The latter is often referred to as “genderfluid.”

Heteronormativity and Cisnormativity: Refer to traditional concepts of sexuality and gender that exclude persons who do not fall into the binary and complementary roles of “male” and “female” with regard to sexuality, gender identity or gender roles.

Intersex: Refers to a person whose biological sex is neither wholly male nor wholly female. From birth, they do not fit the typical binary of “male” or “female” sex assignment.

Pansexual (omnisexual): Refers to a person who feels physical attraction to people regardless of gender identity or sex.

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Asexual: Describes someone who is not sexually attracted to anyone and/or someone who has no desire for sexual activity. Some asexual persons may still have a desire for romantic partnerships.

Assigned (“biological”) sex: A determination of sex at birth based on chromosomes, hormones and genitalia. This assignment may or may not be consistent with an individual’s gender identity.

Sex Reassignment Surgery (SRS): A surgical procedure or series of procedures that a transgender person may undergo to match their bodies to their gender identities.

A person may choose not to have these procedures (or may not be able to have these procedures), but may still identify as transgendered.

Sexual Behavior: Refers to a person’s sexual activity. For various reasons, this may be inconsistent with their definition of their own sexual orientation. For example, a person from a culture or family that is not accepting of homosexuality may engage in heterosexual sexual activity.

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Sexual Identity: How a person defines their sexual orientation. These definitions can include “gay,” “lesbian,” “bi,” “straight” and others.

Sexual Orientation: Describes to whom a person is physically attracted. May or may not be consistent with sexual behavior.

Transgender: People whose gender identities run contrary to the cultural norms of their assigned sex. Often, a transgender person will be transitioning toward the “opposite” sex of the one they were assigned at birth. In this case, use the pronouns that they have chosen. A trans-man will likely prefer pronouns like “he/him,” while a transwoman will likely prefer “she/her.”

Trans*: Similar to transgender, but typically used as an abbreviation or a more inclusive alternative that includes people who are genderqueer, genderfluid, transitioning or of any variation of identity that does not conform to the traditional gender binary.

– Fiona Steacy To schedule a Cultural Competency Training, contact Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center, 300 Wall Street, Kingston; (845) 331-5300, http://lgbtqcenter.org.

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STAGE All the lawn’s a stage Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival launches 30 th season at Boscobel in Garrison

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he joys of June are myriad: time off from school, swimming, picnics and baseball, strawberry-picking and shortcake-baking, long lazy afternoons in a hammock with a good book. And for some, the most eagerly anticipated is the return of outdoor Shakespeare performances. It’s time to head on down to Boscobel, drink in the sunset over the Hudson Highlands’ most iconic viewshed and then settle in for an evening’s wallow in luscious language and wonderful acting.

In recent years, the three main events in the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival (HVSF)’s rotating summerlong repertory have consisted of two actual Shakespeare works and one outlier classifiable in some way as a “classic,” supplemented by shorter runs – usually towards summer’s end – of shows that are less familiar, a little riskier. This year, as new artistic director Davis McCallum settles in, the lineup will be somewhat different: Three full Shakespeare productions will run all summer; the non-Bardian classic,

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The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival season gets underway with previews of As You Like It beginning on June 7, Macbeth on June 8 and Measure for Measure on June 9 at Boscobel.

Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, will run from September 2 to 5 only; and So Please You, a Shakespeare-inspired work

by Zachary Fine, will be performed by the students in the HVSF Conservatory Company on four dates in August.

The latter piece takes off from Fine’s musings about Dennis, a servant character who has only two lines in As You Like It; so it should come as no great surprise that one of the dishes on the main menu this year will be served in the magical Forest of Arden. Gaye Taylor Upchurch,

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who directed Kurt Rhoads in the oneman play An Iliad for HVSF last year, returns this summer to helm As You Like It. One of the Bard’s many comedies that involve cross-dressing, this production takes it a step further by casting MariaChristina Oliveras in the usually-male role of Jaques, who gets to deliver the play’s most celebrated speech, the “seven ages” soliloquy. Yes, actresses everywhere, you can aspire to be the one to inform audiences that “All the world’s a stage”!

Also in rotation for summer 2016 will be the famously accursed “Scottish play,” entirely performed by a three-woman cast – Oliveras, Stacey Yen and the everamazing Nance Williamson – under the direction of Lee Sunday Evans. The third Shakespeare work will be the challenging,

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underperformed “problem play” Measure for Measure, whose eternally topical themes about outwardly pious, secretly corrupt political hypocrites always seem even more resonant in an election year.

Mingling drama with dark comedy, it’s one of only two plays in which Shakespeare employed the notorious Shakespearean “bed trick.” McCallum himself directs this one.

The HVSF season gets underway with previews of As You Like It beginning on June 7, Macbeth on June 8 and Measure for Measure on June 9. Ticket prices vary throughout the season depending on date, seat location, special events and age categories (small children and members of the military get the best deals). Rest assured that whatever performance fits your schedule, the price will be worth it.

Shows begin at 7:30 p.m., with the grounds opening for picnicking (highly recommended!) at 5:30 p.m. Boscobel House and Gardens are located at 1601 Route 9D in Garrison. To order tickets or for more information, call the box office at (845) 265-9575 or visit http:// hvshakespeare.org.

– Frances Marion Platt

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Good news for typologically challenged drama fans: You no longer need to remember whether Ellenville’s delightfully restored vaudeville house calls itself the Shadowland “Theatre” (correct) or “Theater.” Since the orga-

Sean Marrinan and Devin Doyle in scene from End Days by Deborah Zoe Laufer, to be performed at the Byrdcliffe Theater in Woodstock.

father, Arthur Stein, and Denise Summerford in the role of the dithering mother, Sylvia Stein. (Summerford is a Drama Desk Award winner for In Transit and has accumulated Broadway credits in the revival of The Rocky Horror Show Live! Taboo and Saturday Night Fever.  You might recognize Marrinan from his appearances on television’s 30 Rock and at Shadowland in Stones in his Pockets and Noises Off.) Devin Doyle plays the young neighbor, Nelson Steinberg, and the Stephen Hawking/Jesus role is double-dutied by Joe Bongiorno.

As artistic director of Voice Theatre, Kanter is pleased to announce the completion of Stage I renovations at Byrdcliffe: the installation of air conditioning. Stage II will add heat to the building, making it a nine-months-a-year venue for theatrical productions. “This is our fifth year of bringing professional actors and professional theater back to Woodstock,â€? she says. “In conjunction with End Days, we’ve done 53 in-school workshops in six high schools in Ulster County to combat bullying. Students are coming to special student matinĂŠes to see the show.â€? Reserve a seat at the Byrdcliffe, and enjoy a cool evening of laughter. – Ann Hutton

End Days, June 9-26, ThursdaysSaturdays, 7:30 p.m., Sundays, 2 p.m., $25/$20, Byrdcliffe Theater, 380 Upper Byrdcliffe Road, Woodstock; (845) 679-0154, http://voicetheatre.org/enddays, www.facebook.com/voicetheatre.

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End Days, written by Deborah Zoe Laufer, has been called “rapturously funny� and “uplifting, warm, wonderful� and “poignantly redemptive� by critics from Manalapan, Florida to Bangor, Maine to Halberstadt, Germany. They even raved in Salt Lake City, a town where you might not expect a play about a quirky family trying to survive in “a world hurtling toward Armageddon� to make it past opening night. But Woodstock? Of course!

Directed by Voice Theatre’s Shauna Kantor, the production is being staged at the newly air-conditioned Byrdcliffe Theater. Laufer’s characters turn heartfelt beliefs into irreverent comedy as they navigate the tricky road to apocalypse.

In the context of the play, sixteen-yearold Rachel Stein is having a bad year. Her father hasn’t changed out of his pajamas since 9/11. Her mother is convinced CNN will be covering the end of the world any moment. Her new neighbor, a bullied 16-year-old Elvis impersonator has fallen for her hard. Her only hope is that Stephen Hawking will save them all.

At Byrdcliffe, Rachel Stein is played

by Amy Crossman of New York Theatre Workshop, Ensemble Studio Theatre and Shakespeare Theatre in New Jersey fame, with Sean Marrinan as her distraught

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nization has acquired another building on nearby Center Street and is now in the process of adapting part of it into a 99-seat black-box venue for smaller-than-usual productions, the growing arts entity has been rechristened Shadowland Stages.

In February, Jon Wojciechowski was welcomed as Shadowland’s new executive managing director, and will co-lead the organization along with producing artistic director Brendan Burke. If taking some of the arts-administrator duties off Burke’s shoulders means that he gets to focus more of his energies on directing plays, audiences should be very pleased indeed.

Wojciechowski has a track record of managing theatres in Maine, New Jersey and Boston before landing at Shadowland, and he was recently featured in American Theatre Magazine as a “person to watch� in the industry.

Shadowland’s 32 nd season gets underway this Friday with the Hudson Valley premiere of Last Gas, with Burke directing. It’s the latest bittersweet romantic comedy by John Cariani, whose previous works – including Almost, Maine and Love/Sick – have reportedly helped him surpass William Shakespeare as the most-produced playwright in American high schools. The script for Last Gas is so new that it won’t be published until later this summer.

Last Gas tells the story of lonely Nat Paradis, a part-time dad who runs his family’s convenience store in rural northern Maine. Nat’s boring life suddenly sparks to life when an old flame returns home to bury her mom – on the very same day that Nat’s best friend shows up with the gift of a lifetime: Red Sox vs. Yankees tickets. The pressure on Nat to make the right choice grows with unwelcome input from his forest ranger ex-wife and his randy old father. Cast members Ben Williams, Zach Gibson, Ray Faiola, Samantha Rosentrater, Caroline Kinsolving and Chris Tennison will all step up to the challenge of staying in character while delivering their best Mainer accents.

Olivia Gemelli is the stage manager for Last Gas, with lighting design by Mitchell Ost, sound by Jeff Knapp and costumes

by New Paltz theater legend Aletta Vett.

The set, designed by former Shadowland artistic director Bill Lelbach, was built in the scene shop of the Chenango River Theatre in Greene, New York (which will be mounting a production of Last Gas in July) and trucked to Shadowland.

The show opens on Friday, June 3 and runs through June 19, with evening performances Thursday thru Saturday beginning at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinĂŠes at 2 p.m., plus a special “First Saturdayâ€? matinĂŠe on June 4, also at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $39 for all evening performances, $34 for Sunday matinĂŠes and $29 for First Saturday. To order or find out more information, call the box office at (845) 647-5511 or visit www.shadowlandstages. org. – Frances Marion Platt

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MOVIE

Russell Crowe and Ryan Gosling in The Nice Guys

A couple of clowns The Nice Guys makes a top-shelf comedy team out of Russell Crowe and Ryan Gosling

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urt Vonnegut, Jr. was quite a funny guy, but he had a bit of a jaundiced view about humor itself. Long ago I read a story of his – probably something in Welcome to the Monkey House – in which he advanced the proposition that what makes humans laugh always boils down, ultimately, to the suffering of others that they themselves have managed to escape this time around.

Granted, Vonnegut saw a lot more of the dark side of humanity than most of us ever have, as he huddled in an underground bunker while the lovely city of Dresden went up in flames around him. But I hated his notion about schadenfreude back then, and I still hate it now. Surely there are things that people find funny that are not cruel.

Still, when I’m in a movie theater watching the Coming Attractions and a trailer comes on for a comedy flick that I would never willingly go see, the people seated around me all laughing uproariously as some hapless character falls down a flight of stairs or gets tossed through a plate-glass window, I have to admit, however grudgingly, that Vonnegut might’ve been right. For every person like me who cringes when Moe Howard

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knocks the other two Stooges’ heads together, there must be ten who laugh; otherwise, such film products wouldn’t be as perennially economically viable as they are.

Presuming that there are good reasons why slapstick – typically involving at least the danger of physical harm to the protagonist – is considered a “classic” genre of comedy, can’t we at least make the distinction that some slapstick movies are way funnier than others? If our senses of humor are wildly subjective, based on our personal experiences (and possibly our gender, according to some brain studies), what leg does a critic have to stand on when reviewing a comedy movie? Must every such review come with a disclaimer about personal tastes up front?

All this windy prelude does lead up to something: the declaration that an unabashedly slapstick new film, loaded with outrageous pratfalls and fistfights and whatnot, is the funniest movie that I have seen in years. About halfway into Shane Black’s The Nice Guys, it occurred to me that many sequels would likely follow, and that I was totally okay with that prospect. I also became aware that I was witnessing the birth of a comedy duo (or “double act,” as they say across the Pond) destined for elevation to the exalted ranks of top comedy duos of all time – and that was an awesome moment.

What makes this discovery especially

pleasurable is the fact that neither of the actors portraying the two unlikely heroes of The Nice Guys has any notable curriculum vitae in doing slapstick. Ryan Gosling plays odd and quirky characters, but rarely laugh-out-loud funny ones.

And Russell Crowe’s onscreen persona has become so ponderous of late that he’s getting cast as Biblical patriarchs and as a truly painful Inspector Javert in Les Mis. Who would’ve pegged these two as the next Abbott and Costello? When you see Gosling channel Lou Costello in this movie, acing that wheezing/spluttering/ pointing routine that Lou used to do when he was in grave jeopardy but couldn’t make the words come out to call for help, you will happily toss all such preconceptions out the window.

Just before that scene occurs, Gosling’s character – a down-and-out, notespecially-ethical LA private eye named Holland March – does take a spectacular drunken fall from a balcony and tumbles down a hillside, managing to lose his sidearm but not his cocktail. But he (or more likely his stunt double) plays it as if nothing could possibly harm him, going limp as a falling cat instead of flailing.

Indeed, after a few similar mishaps, March actually begins to speculate that he’s indestructible. More foreshadowing of sequel upon sequel, perhaps?

Meanwhile, Crowe, the straight man, may in fact be even funnier than Gosling;

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his exasperated facial expressions are uniformly priceless. He plays a brassknuckled, low-rent enforcer named Jackson Healy, who effortlessly breaks March’s wrist upon their first meeting but soon finds himself forced to team up with him in search of a vanished client.

Healy eventually finds himself inspired to mend his thuggish ways by March’s 13-year-old daughter Holly (Angourie Rice), while together they probe a possible government/corporate conspiracy to suppress the distribution of a porn movie made by a bunch of environmental activists, circa 1979.

If it seems predictable that Holly will quickly establish herself as the brains of this pitiful gumshoe operation, the witty screenplay by Black (Lethal Weapon, Iron Man 3) makes up in verbal dazzle for whatever originality it may lack.

The dialogue and the visual pacing are every bit as breakneck as the stunts. Not every joke connects, but a high enough percentage of them made me snort out loud.

Again, senses of humor are not all the same; your mileage may vary. But if you’re in need of a bit of laughter therapy, The Nice Guys would be my most enthusiastic prescription. Possible side effects: facial muscle spasms from excessive grinning.

We just have to figure out whether we’re going to call this tag team Gosling & Crowe or Crowe & Gosling, while we wait for the sequel (Nice Guys: Finish Last?).

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– Frances Marion Platt

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Eight of the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most important rural homesteads dating from the early 19th century â&#x20AC;&#x201C; most of them never before opened to the public â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will be made available to visitors along with two contemporary homes.

The 10 Horse Art Center at 65 Black Creek Road in Highland â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a restored horse barn renovated into a complex of artist studio spaces by pop-up book artist and illustrator Robert Sabuda â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will be the starting point for all tourgoers on Saturday, June 4.Â

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he Wallkill Valley Land Trust (WVLT) will host the sixth iteration of its annual â&#x20AC;&#x153;Houses on the Landâ&#x20AC;? tour on Saturday, June 4 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tour focuses on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sherwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Forest: Rural Lloyd from the Wetlands to the River.â&#x20AC;? While most of the houses on the WVLT tours are historic structures, there is always at least one contemporary home included. But beyond that, the tour is really about more than just the buildings, says WVLT board member Vals Osborne: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about the connection that the houses have to the land on which they sit. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sherwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Forest: Rural Lloyd from the Wetlands to the Riverâ&#x20AC;? will take selfguided tourgoers through the romantic rocky ridges, ravines, streams and woodsy terrain that figure prominently in the written history and poems of historian Warren G. Sherwood (born 1902), best-known for his 1953 History of the Town of Lloyd. The tour will also include a brief excursion into Centreville, south of Route 299, and is followed by an informal wine reception from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at a private home on the tour. Eight of the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most important rural homesteads dating from the early 19th century â&#x20AC;&#x201C; most of them never before opened to the public â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will be made available to visitors along with two contemporary homes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a pretty interesting year,â&#x20AC;? says Osborne. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a very different tour this year. With the exception of one or two grand houses, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more simple, more rural.

And the rural character of northern Lloyd is really special.â&#x20AC;?

The 10 Horse Art Center at 65 Black Creek Road in Highland â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a restored

horse barn renovated into a complex of artist studio spaces by pop-up book artist and illustrator Robert Sabuda â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will be the starting point for all tourgoers. Several of the artist studios will be open that day. Tickets are available at www. wallkillvalleylt.org for $35 if purchased

by June 2 or $40 on the day of the event.

Members of the WVLT receive a $5 discount in either case, and the ticket price includes admission to the wine reception after the tour. Advance purchase is recommended, as space is limited and the tour usually sells out quickly.

Tickets and entry bracelets may be picked up on the day of the tour between 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Art Center. A brochure with directions and a detailed history on the area will be provided there, along with a suggested navigation route, but visitors are free to choose their own path and are encouraged to carpool. Docents will be available in each home to offer information and answer questions (more than 100 docents participate in each yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tour).

The tour will include three stone houses dating from 1810 to 1850, each very special in its own way, says Osborne. (One was even used to make counterfeit money.) â&#x20AC;&#x153;The earliest is a very simple little house, beautifully restored with a

basement kitchen. Another is a square house with an off-center doorway and the most unusual stonework and brickwork around the windows and doors, laid in narrow courses. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very simple inside, but the exterior brick and stonework is stunning.â&#x20AC;? The third stone house has a two-story stone dwelling at its core with a 20th-century stone addition.

The houses on this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tour are off the beaten track, she adds, not necessarily visible from the road and not necessarily known of, even by local residents. One of the interesting things that happens with these tours, Osborne points out, is that when tourgoers discover these interesting properties in their own backyards, it galvanizes them afterward to do even more with their local historical societies and to recognize more fully their own architectural heritage.

Two clapboard houses on the tour, built by Huguenot descendants, include one from the mid-to-late-1830s, a classic Federal house basically unchanged with its original moldings and an interesting

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fireplace that surrounds an old â&#x20AC;&#x153;fireboxâ&#x20AC;? stove: â&#x20AC;&#x153;sort of like an early version of a Franklin thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original to the home,â&#x20AC;? says Osborne. It was owned by an artist at one time and is lived in by her niece now.

The tenant farmhouse on the tour has been artfully reimagined by its artist owner for contemporary living, and has a tiny guesthouse that was formerly a chicken hatchery, modeled on a birdhouse.

Art is a recurring theme on this tour, with several of the homes either having been occupied by artists or containing interesting collections. And the two contemporary homes â&#x20AC;&#x153;speak to and were designed with earlier traditions in architecture in the 20th century in mind,â&#x20AC;?

Osborne says. One reflects the Arts & Crafts movement in a woodland setting, while the other celebrates early European Modernism in California from its perch over the Hudson River. Historic sites on the tour include the Plutarch United Methodist Church and the hamletâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historic structures nearby.

The accredited Wallkill Valley Land Trust has been working closely with Carol Johnson, coordinator of the HavilandHeidgerd Historical Collection of the Elting Memorial Library in New Paltz, and members of Hudson Valley Vernacular Architecture (HVVA) on the last few tours (including this one) to research and document the properties. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Their input has been phenomenal. One of the joys of doing this tour every year is learning so much,â&#x20AC;? says Osborne. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have really unearthed a lot of new research on ownership and builders. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very proud of the project.â&#x20AC;?

Proceeds from the tour benefit the nonprofit WVLT, which has conserved 33 public and private parcels of land totaling approximately 2,500 acres since the organization was formed in 1987.

Its efforts include conservation of the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail, the Rosendale Trestle, three CSA farms and a variety of agricultural properties and habitats that include wetlands and forests. Represented in the towns of New Paltz, Gardiner, Shawangunk, Rosendale, Esopus, Lloyd, Plattekill and Marlborough, the WVLT chooses one of these regions every year to spotlight in its annual Historic House Tours.

The WVLT advises that not all GPS systems navigate to the 10 Horse Art Center, and to make it more confusing, some maps list it at 341 Black Creek Road. If in doubt, while ordering tickets at www.wallkillvalleylt.org, check out the link there to a map showing the location between Plutarch Road and North Elting Corners Road in Highland.  â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sharyn Flanagan

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ART

African-American Man on Horse, NYC, still from John Maloof and Charlie Siskel’s Finding Vivian Maier

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Finding Vivian Maier in Woodstock Learn about the nanny whose previously unknown cache of 100,000 photographs earned her a posthumous reputation as one of the most accomplished street photographers

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ivian Maier was a selftaught street photographer who worked as a nanny for decades and died in obscurity. She began shooting photographs in New York City in the 1950s before moving to Chicago, where she lived nearly all of her life. By the 1990s, she had amassed an unparalleled – and largely unknown – body of photographic work.

Her story came to light when John Maloof purchased a box of photographs at an auction house while hunting for 1960s photos of Chicago. While he and his co-author did not find what they needed for their book project, the purchase led Maloof gradually to unearth an archive of 100,000 to 150,000 negatives, more than 3,000 prints, hundreds of rolls of

film, home movies, audiotape interviews, personal papers and other items. When Maloof shared an initial blog containing about 100 of Maier’s photos, he embarked upon nearly a decade of non-stop archiving, preserving and promotion of Maier’s work. Through contact with one of the families for whom Maier worked, he acquired two packed storage lockers filled with her personal belongings and began to construct a timeline of her life.

Finding Vivian Maier, a critically acclaimed documentary by Maloof and Charlie Siskel, reveals the life and work of the prolific and accomplished street photographer. The film will be shown on Saturday, June 4 at Upstate Films, 132 Tinker Street in Woodstock at 4 p.m. The screening will be followed by

a reception and exhibition at the Center for Photography in Woodstock (CPW) at 59 Tinker Street. The opening of the art show, featuring 14 of Maier’s photographs, will include a question-and-answer session with gallerist Howard Greenberg and Maloof, who rarely makes public appearances due to his busy schedule. Both events are part of the Woodstock Artists Association and Museum’s “Dialogues Series.”

The decision to mount a show of Maier’s work at the Center for Photography in Woodstock brings Greenberg back “home;” he was one of the founders of CPW. “Howard has such a wide reach, and a lot of connections,” says Maloof. “I focus mainly on processing, archiving and working with the material, and he handles the gallery

promotion of her work. We’re a really good team.”

Discovering Maier’s photographs, negatives and the rest of her possessions altered the course of Maloof ’s life, but he is not alone in his affinity for Maier. “A lot of people are obsessed by her. As soon as you see how good her work is, and learn a little bit about her as a person…she’s fascinating, mysterious. You think you can figure her out – and there are so many clues, teasers – but there’s never a full picture of her,” says Maloof. “She kept her personality and her emotions to herself, and that makes the clues and bits of her life very provocative and interesting.”

He fell deeply into research about her life and got immersed, even approached burnout, and included genealogical

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New York Public Library, New York, c. 1952, still from John Maloof and Charlie Siskel’s Finding Vivian Maier.

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Man being dragged by cops at night still from John Maloof and Charlie Siskel’s Finding Vivian Maier.

11 investigations alongside countless hours of interviewing people who knew Maier. “I’m not going to continue with this forever, but I am in charge of the archives, so I will be working on this for a long time. I had to stop for a while because I have some personal art projects to do.”

Over the course of his life, Maloof ’s passions have borne fruit in stints as president of the local historical society on Chicago’s Northwest Side, co-authoring a history book (Portage Park), a few years of real estate work and side businesses in restoration hardware and antique restoration. But his primary work has always been art. “I went to Columbia College Chicago, and am a photographer, painter, filmmaker and musician. I’ve been playing guitar since 1995 and am working on a recording in my own studio now,” he says.

As a painter, Maloof creates pieces that employ design elements, bright colors and simple handpainted shapes using reverse acrylic paint on Plexiglas. Vivian Maier “has become such a famous figure – people are celebrating her all over the planet now – that her work tends to overshadow all the other things I do, but it doesn’t bother me. I wasn’t really a photographer before I found her archive. I got inspired... I have a camera around my neck right now, and I don’t ever leave my house now without it.”

In addition to the materials already documented, Maloof is currently processing 500 to 600 rolls of 35mm film footage taken

by Maier. Greenberg says, “I’ve started to get very, very interested in those rolls of film.

Maier has taken such a high percentage of good photos, I’m really curious about what’s on them.”

Greenberg’s New York City gallery now owns about 100 Maier photographs.

Despite all his years as a gallery-owner and photographer, Greenberg says, “I’m completely blown away by Vivian Maier's story, and I've never experienced anything like this. I’ve been a photographer, and I have never, ever run across a person who made so many photographs, and who was obsessed by photography for so many years, with apparently no interest in showing her photos. The profound and widespread interest in her work is quite a phenomenon, and it’s ongoing."

Maloof says that many people have the misconception that Maier was shy, that she didn’t talk to anybody and that she was a hermit, reclusive. “But she was very in-yourface [as a photographer and as a person], very opinionated and not shy at all. She was the opposite, really, and so bold. That’s why people remember her.”

Today, in Maier’s honor, Maloof, Siskel and Greenberg have established an endowed Vivian Maier Scholarship Fund at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, one of America’s leading art and design schools and a place that was important to Maier.

Each year, a female art student receives financial assistance to allow her pursuit of art with some of the economic burdens relieved: a fitting tribute to a talented photographer who supported herself and her art while working as a nanny.

“People who haven’t heard of Vivian will be intrigued, and the amount of work that she did is riveting. I’m still unraveling her life, and I don’t have all the answers. If I could ask her something, I’d want to know if she’s okay with my handling and showing her work,” says Maloof. “My favorite item in the archives is a letter that she sent to a lab in France. It documents her intentions to print her photos and to make multiple copies to sell. She did want to show her work, at least at one point.”

Greenberg adds, “I’ve never seen so much demand for photographic work. We’re circulating about three different collections of Vivian’s work around the world right now.” And one such collection will be in Woodstock this weekend.

– Debra Bresnan Finding Vivian Maier screening, Saturday, June 4, 4 p.m., 10/$7, Upstate Films, 132 Tinker Street, Woodstock; Vivian Maier exhibition opening reception/Q&A with Howard Greenberg & John Maloof, 7 p.m., Center for Photography in Woodstock; (845) 679-2940, www.woodstockart.org.

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MUSIC Block Party continues at the Lantern at 10 Main Street with dinner and live music.

All proceeds from Community Day go to support the Wassaic Project/Wassaic Fire Company Memorial Scholarship Fund, named “the Whale” in honor of Wassaic firefighter Jason Whaley, who passed away in 2013. This scholarship was inaugurated in 2015. For more information, visit http://wassaicproject.org.

Back to Busking Frankenstein Dog’s Billy Manas performs this Saturday at Dutchess County Airport Open House

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o matter how autobiographical, raw, confessional and honest, it still needs to be chopped and formed into songs, dude; and that is artifice and the process of transforming and redeeming experience. The magic of melody nearly always trumps the propositions and arguments of language. As Jeff Tweedy put it, melody does the heavy lifting in songs.

Language defers to – literally lies down into – the phrase shapes and the mysterious and probably physics-based emotional code of melody. And this alone is why I am never quite comfortable calling lyrics poetry. It has nothing to do with whether lyrics are higher or lower; just that poetry is purely the music of language and meaning. Lyrics are rhythmically subordinate to, and invested with much of their meaning by, the otherworldly overlord of melody.

Frankenstein Dog’s Billy Manas has long been a lyrics-first kind of writer. His songforms, melodies, grooves and progressions are sturdy and (I say without malice) inherited, reinventing no wheels because the old ones take him home just fine. They are not the point. The point – and the riches – are found in the gruff bleedingheart persona; the sharp-but-minimalistic and strictly controlled narrative detail; and a constant welling, draining and refilling of raw, personal emotion through the tensions and releases of his standard forms. Next time you hear an effective and

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When I heard that Jamie Saft was producing the new Frankenstein Dog record, I imagined something that could not be further from what Back to Busking actually is. I heard Manas in full-on highdrama rock mode with the global-groove wizardry of the brilliant keyboardist Saft (New Zion Trio, John Zorn, on and on) amping up everything, Saft probably calling his favorite local aces to help take Billy’s rock drama way, way next-level.

It wouldn’t have been a departure. The Frankenstein Dog that I remember was a visceral post-grunge American rock ‘n’ roll band – one that often featured the excellent Italian guitarist Fabrizio Di Camillo. While Manas’ street poetry always had something to do with Lou Reed, and while his vocal delivery bore the mark of Kurt more than any other single influence, there was always that tenderhearted confessional vulnerability amidst the rock grind. Even then, he somehow managed to make the lyrics and persona stand out. And that would be Saft’s challenge.

But no: Back to Busking is a true solo record. There are a handful of unison vocal overdubs and a few spots of harmonica (that may also have been tracked live, for all I know) and that’s it. Billy’s new songs are all Billy, with Saft staying out of the way of the lyrics too. One acoustic guitar and a harmonica do not make it folk music. This isn’t folk. It’s still a grungeinflected take on blue-collar rock, with punk frankness and few trucker ballads and other pre-rock and country forms hinted at.

When Manas’ melodies do take a surprising turn, it is almost always in a Cobain kind of way: an unexpected resolution to a major third on the albumopening “Ocean of Soul” or the pure-Kurt major VI chord in the verse of “A Long Time Ago.” But when the hooks are huge – and they very often are on this lovely, Spartan record – they are lyrical hooks, married to effective and unfussy populist melodies. The insistent counting chorus of the beautiful, weathered love song “Hours” stands out for this reason, as does the cleverly structured verse shape of “‘Cept for You.” It would be tempting to liken Manas’ real and raw life processing to the radically autobiographical, idiosyncratic (and kind of drop-dead-brilliant) recent work of Sun Kil Moon’s Mark Kozalek. But Manas, unlike Kozalek, apparently still believes in the process of converting personal suffering into something with handles on it for the common people; folk, I guess, it is after all, broadly defined.

Billy Manas will be supporting Back to

Busking exactly as it was recorded: alone in front of a mic or two. Next up is a set at the WRWD Dutchess Airport Open House (car show, all kinds of stuff ) on Saturday June 4. Frankenstein Dog plays at 2 p.m. To check out Back to Busking, visit https://frankensteindog.bandcamp. com.

– John Burdick Billy Manas with Frankenstein Dog, WRWD Open House & Car Show, Saturday, June 4, 2 p.m., Dutchess County Airport; http://m.wrwdcountry.iheart. com, https://frankensteindog.bandcamp. com.

Joan Shelley to play Helsinki Hudson

Kentucky singer/songwriter Joan Shelley’s silvery soprano is often compared to that of Joan Baez and has been praised at length by Rolling Stone, NPR, Pitchfork and The New York Times, which wrote that “her music is folky and pastoral, with a sense of scale that makes her humble about her place in mankind and the universe, and her songs are serene but never complacent.”

Joan Shelley performs at Helsinki Hudson on Thursday, June 9 at 8 p.m. with special guest Sam Moss. Tickets cost $20 in advance, $25 on the day of the show. For tickets and more information, visit www.helsinkihudson. For more on Joan Shelley, visit http://joanshelley.net.

Club Helsinki is located at 405 Columbia Street in Hudson.

Wassaic Project kicks off season with Community Day The endlessly imaginative and often-cutting-edge Wassaic Project has announced its annual Community Day to open summer programming on Saturday, June 4. The season kicks off with a parade and block party at 2 p.m. at the Luther Barn at 17 Furnace Bank Road in the hamlet of Wassaic. The public is invited to participate in family-friendly parade-costume-making from 2 to 4 p.m. on the Luther Barn Field. The Parade begins at 4 p.m., led by the Providence-based marching band What Cheer? Brigade and firetrucks from surrounding towns. The

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Sharma on the pakhawaj (doubleheaded classical Indian drum). Dhrupad is the oldest form of Classical singing, derived from the Vedas.

The doors open at 4:30 p.m. Tickets cost $20 at the door (cash only, please).

Advance reservations and seats are available online or by contacting (845) 679-8700 or woodstockyogacenter@ gmail.com. The Woodstock Yoga Center is located at 6 Deming Street in Woodstock.

For more information, call (845) 6792625.

The National to perform at MASS MoCA

The vaunted Brooklyn rock band the National will perform at MASS MoCA in North Adams, Massachusetts on Saturday, June 11 for their only Northeast headline show of 2016. All proceeds from the concert benefit the Hawthorne Valley Association in Ghent and MASS MoCA. In addition to the headlining benefit concert at 7 p.m., A Lot of Sorrow, Icelandic artist Ragnar Kjartansson’s six-hour documentary opus, filmed on tour with the National, screens in MASS MoCA’s Hunter Center throughout the concert weekend. A live silent auction of band memorabilia, including a signed, framed Trouble Will Find Me gold album, a Trouble Will Find Me boxed set and Aaron Dessner’s signed Bigsby guitar, all donated by the band, takes place before the concert.

An exclusive concert pre-party, “Drinks with the National” – also for the benefit of Hawthorne Valley and MASS MoCA – is already sold out. “Drinks with the National” features locally sourced food and drink with the band, and tours of MASS MoCA’s Building 6: the site of the 2017 expansion that will double the alreadymassive museum’s exhibition space. The National performs on Joe’s Field at MASS MoCA at 8 p.m. San Francisco-based postpop band YASSOU opens.

The concert is co-presented by Higher Ground Presents, headquartered in Burlington, Vermont. General admission concert tickets cost $49 through late May, when ticket prices will increase to $55. Tickets are available for purchase through the MASS MoCA box office, located at 1040 MASS MoCA Way in North Adams, by phone at (413) 664-4481, extension 1, or online at http://massmoca. org/event/thenational.

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Beck and Wilco headline 12th annual Mountain Jam at Hunter

as it really been 12 Mountain Jams already? In fact it has, and that makes the Hunter Mountain long binge weekend one of the granddaddies of the new-model, cross-genre music festival. Diversity is built into Mountain Jam, though it may not be apparent in the festival’s name, which paints a pretty cohesive picture of earthy, stringbased rock in a high rural setting. The paradox lies in the festival’s complex and multiparty imprimatur, the pairing of stakeholders Radio Woodstock (they of the three-and-a-half-minute Adult Alternative pop song) and Gov’t Mule’s Warren Haynes (he of the three-and-a-half-minute blues/rock guitar solo). The contradiction inherent in that tandem has served the festival extremely well. Mountain Jam has been pivotal and forward-looking in the way that it has introduced many non-jam, song-oriented artists (such as Jackie Greene or Dr. Dog) to the great receptivity and support of the jam audience. And let’s give that jam audience a heaping pile of credit, as well, for its stereotype-defying iconoclasm of taste.

Speaking of iconoclasm of taste, to the 2016 lineup we go. When this year’s marquee headliners (Wilco and Beck) were announced several months ago, I proclaimed it a time of great healing. It was the coming-together of the people under the commanding banners of two great unifiers of American music: Wilco, who made country art, and Beck, who turned rap, sampling and folk music into a fine and unique grade of surreal poetry that is often imitated and never quite matched. The next line of the bill – the gorgeous Avett Brothers, the house band Gov’t Mule and jam-scene insiders Umphrey’s McGee – seemed to be designed to say “We got you covered” to the core audience. Throw in the late add of Train covering Zeppelin and…sorry, man, I just don’t know what to say about that.

Down the bill is where things get wild, a pretty comprehensive virtual map of the 21st-century scene. Because jam loves electro: Thievery Corporation. Because jazz (Scofield, Medeski etcetera) taught jam how to be more like Miles: Lettuce and Marco Benevento. Because songs are still the thing: Jason Isbell. Because a solid majority of the most daring and original new music seems to come from women these days: And the Kids and Courtney Barnett. Because ecstatic retro and hootenanny have not quite disappeared yet and we are not fully in the post-Mumford age: Darlingside. Because the local crop is good and up to it: Elijah Wolf, Ratboy, Jr., Upstate Rubdown. Because Spearhead always plays Mountain Jam: Spearhead.

Twelve years of this mess. Here’s to 12 more. For full lineup and ticket options, visit http://mountainjam.com.

– John Burdick 12th Mountain Jam, June 2-5, Hunter Mountain, 64 Klein Avenue, Hunter; http://mountainjam.com.

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The much-anticipated annual chamber music series returns this Saturday, June 4 with nine-time Grammy-winners the Emerson String Quartet, consisting of Eugene Drucker and Philip Setzer on violins, Lawrence Dutton on viola and Paul Watkins on cello. They will perform Schubert’s String Quartet in A Minor, Op. 29 (D. 804), “Rosamunde”; Béla Bartók’s String Quartet No. 4; and Johannes Brahms’s String Quartet No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 51, No. 2.

Concert 2, on Saturday, June 11, will feature the “house band”: the KalichsteinLaredo-Robinson Trio, in which Joseph Kalichstein on piano joins Jaime Laredo on violin and Sharon Robinson on cello.

Their set consists of David Ludwig’s Titania’s Dream; Dmitri Shostakovich’s Piano Trio No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 67; and Johannes Brahms’s Piano Trio No. 1 in B Minor, Op. 8.

Concert 3, on Saturday, June 18, brings aboard the up-and-coming Calidore String Quartet, which includes Jeffrey Myers and Ryan Meehan on violins, Jeremy Berry on viola and Estelle Choi on cello.

Their program will include Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s String Quartet in D Major (K.575); Sergei Rachmaninov’s Two Movements for String Quartet; and Felix Mendelssohn’s String Quartet in E-Flat

Major, Op. 44, No. 3.

All three concerts begin at 8 p.m. at Olin Hall on the Bard campus, just off Route 9G in Annandale. A subscription to the three-concert series costs $70; individual tickets go for $30 general admission and $5 for students. For ticket information, call (845) 339-7907 or e-mail hvcmc. bardcenter@gmail.com. Additional information can be found at www.hvcmc. org.

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Poughkeepsie’s Barrett Art Center marks 80th anniversary with “Envisioning Dutchess” The Barrett Art Center in Poughkeepsie celebrates its 80th anniversary with the opening of “Envisioning Dutchess,” a non-juried community art exhibition that showcases the talent of regional artists. Building on the Center’s history of fostering and promoting an appreciation of the visual arts throughout Dutchess County, “Envisioning Dutchess” invites artists from across the county to submit artwork (on two-by-two-foot canvas panels graciously supplied by the Center) that visually captures the creative vitality of Dutchess County.

Eight decades of ongoing education and the exhibition of works done by students and professionals alike have

solidly established the Dutchess County Art Association as a significant resource in the community. Housed in what was once the home of Thomas Barrett (the Greek Revival structure is on the National Register of Historic Places), the Association took on the patron’s name and provides a meeting place for art enthusiasts and artists to view, exhibit, discuss, create and learn about art. Funds raised through memberships, studio rentals, art sales, donations and grants allow the Association to fulfill its mission.

Concurrently, “Arboreal Conversations: A Photographic Discourse” will feature the works of Cali Gorevic and Jane Soodalter in the Barrett Art Center’s Crenson Gallery. Each artist presents her distinct approach – Gorevic through black-and-white imagery and Soodalter through her macro lens – to interpreting the soul and poetry of trees. Gorevic has been photographing in black-andwhite and producing gelatin silver and digital print for more than 20 years.

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Soodalter is a fine art photographer whose works explore abstract themes hidden in the real world. Shooting in environments as varied as primal forests and construction sites, her photos zero in on the form of common materials, suggesting how unique function emerges out of chaotic shape (www. janesoodalter.com). Displayed in an unusual juxtaposition, the images of each artist both contrast with and complement each other.

An opening reception for “Envisioning Dutchess” and “A r b o r e a l Conversations” will be held on Friday, June 3. The exhibition will continue through July 2. Regular gallery hours are Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday from 12 noon to 3 p.m. (closed Sunday through

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“Uncannyland” opens Saturday at Kingston’s One Mile Gallery Jerry Mischak explores ideas informed by materials with his Cosmic Construction series. Inspired by German fairy tales and grade B horror films of the 1950s and 60s, Kathleen O’Hara produces Peep Show, a narrative of lurking dread in the woods. Ben Sloat’s neon black clouds add light and movement to the exhibition: unsettling varieties of both. All three artists delve into connotations of the word “uncanny” as it refers to landscape.

They investigate the tipping point where one’s everyday sense of security becomes threatened by the unfamiliar.

Sloat is a New York City- and Bostonbased artist with degrees from UC Berkeley and the SMFA. His numerous solo exhibitions include those at the Byrd Gallery in Augusta (2015), the Steven Zevitas Gallery in Boston (2013, 2010) and others. Sloat is currently on the faculty of Boston College and the Lesley University College of Art and Design in Boston (www.stevenzevitasgallery.com, www.bensloat.com).

Mischak lives and works in Providence, Rhode Island. With degrees from the Rhode Island School of Design and the University of Wisconsin at Madison, he is currently senior critic at the Rhode Island School of Design and is on the faculty of the University of Rhode Island.

Recent solo exhibition sites include Jim Kempner Fine Arts in New York, the Industry Gallery in Washington, DC and the Birey Gallery in Philadelphia (www. jerrymischak.com).

A Boston-based artist and curator, O’Hara has degrees from the University of Washington in Seattle and Skidmore College in Saratoga, and is currently co-director of Drive-by Projects in Watertown, Massachusetts. Her curatorial projects include “Uncanny Parables” at the Cohen Gallery at Brown University in Providence and “Nick Miller: Tree House 360º,” co-curated with the Rubicon Gallery in Dublin, Ireland. O’Hara’s recent exhibitions include “Interiors” at the Dorchester Art Project in Boston and “Insatiable: Our Rapacious Appetite for More” at the Kniznick Gallery at Brandeis University in Waltham, Massachusetts.

As curators, Beth Kantrowitz (codirector of the Allston Skirt Gallery in Boston) and O’Hara tapped into the realm of Freud when they chose the word uncanny to describe the theme of the current show at the One Mile Gallery. According to the founder of psychoanalysis, the term uncanny is derived from the negation of the German word for homey. The phenomenon points to the instant when our certainty of ourselves and the safety of our hearth and home come into question, when the familiar becomes uncomfortable, even frightening. Things get uncanny. And how uncanny things get represented becomes the subject matter of some rather unsettling artwork.

One Mile Gallery, located on Abeel Street in the Rondout District of historic Kingston, is an exhibition space situated within a 1790s home overlooking the Rondout Creek. The gallery represents American contemporary artists and is committed to establishing the careers of emerging artists and showcasing the work of mid-career artists.

“Uncannyland” opening reception, Saturday, June 4, 6-9 p.m., One Mile Gallery, 475 Abeel Street, Kingston; (845) 338-2035, (917) 715-2877, onemilegallery@gmail.com, www.onemilegallery. com.

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“Green was the silence, wet was the light, the month of June trembled like a butterfly.”

– Pablo Neruda

June 2-9 Track a turtle, touch a truck, ride the Ridge or plant a tree SATURDAY, JUNE 4

Festivals Some people believe in doing as many as ten impossible things before breakfast. How about attending four festivals before Sunday?

Children’s Earth & Water Festival: You’ll be thrilled to “think green” here from all of the environmental activities that your family will enjoy, along with all of the green that you’ll be saving from the free parking, free admission and plethora of free activities. Saturday, June 4, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thomas Bull Memorial Park, 94 Grove Street, Montgomery; (845) 615-3868, http://waterauthority. orangecountygov.com/festival.html.

Festival at the Falls: Enjoy an afternoon of the three Ws at this one: Walking around Wappingers and its Waterfalls!

Amble between Mesier and Zion Parks for children’s activities, live entertainment and a scavenger hunt, along with tours of the Historic Mesier Homestead. Saturday, June 4, 12 noon to 6 p.m., Village of Wappingers Falls; (845) 667-4227, www. facebook.com/wappingersfallsbpa.

RiverFest 2016: Here’s a celebration that features a day of children’s activities, live entertainment, lots of crafters and vendors and free admission. And since it takes place along the Hudson River, you’ll get the bonus of cool breezes and a beautiful background of the waterway in your photos! Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Saturday, June 4, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Donahue Park (parking and shuttles at Cornwall Middle School), 122 Main Street, Cornwall; (845) 534-4200, extension 8, www.river-fest.com.

Summer Fun Fair: Children’s activities abound at this festival, including Bubbles the Clown, a bouncy house, games, crafts and live music, as well as guided meditations, hiking trails, vegetarian cuisine and tours of the World Peace Temple – one of only four Kadampa temples in the world, and the only one in North America. Saturday, June 4, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., 47 Sweeney Road, Glen Spey; (845) 856-9000, http:// kadampanewyork.org.

National Trails Day This weekend, don’t be offended if people tell you to “Go take a hike!”

They just might be trying to help; after all, June 4 is National Trails Day! To learn more, visit http://nationaltrailsday.americanhiking.org. In the meantime, here are some local places offering special trail events.

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Touch a Truck at Ulster County Fairgrounds

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Then you’ll both appreciate the New Paltz Rotary’s Touch a Truck this Sunday, June 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ulster County Fairgrounds. Kids and their adults can touch, climb into and explore trucks and other equipment, including sounding the horns! Tickets cost $5, children under 3 get in free; admission includes face-painting, bounce houses and a cow train. Demonstrations take place throughout the day. The Ulster County Fairgrounds are located on Libertyville Road in New Paltz. For more information, call (845) 797-3063 or visit www.facebook.com/nprotarian or www. newpaltzrotary.org.

– Erica Chase-Salerno

or sneakers and have each kid bring a water bottle for this easy one-mile guided hike at Bowdoin Park, including information about the local plants and animals, wilderness survival and park history. This event is free and open to the public of all ages, and is held rain or shine. Saturday, June 4, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, Bowdoin Park Education Center, 85 Sheafe Road, Poughkeepsie; (845) 2984602, www.co.dutchess.ny.us/countygov/ departments/dpw-parks/flyer/family_ hike_june_4_2016.pdf.

Guided Walk or Tree-Planting Party: Get involved in National Trails Day by

taking a guided walk at the Greenport Conservation Area on Saturday, June 4 at 9 a.m., Joslen Boulevard, Greenport; or by doing tree-planting at the SiegelKline Kill Conservation area on Saturday, June 4 at 9 a.m., 1452 Garage Place Road, Ghent. Both events are free and open to the public and organized by the Columbia Land Conservancy. For more information or to register, call (518) 392-5252 or visit http://clctrust.org.

creating the Purple Trail at Scenic Hudson’s new park, the High Banks Preserve, where all skill levels are needed to lop tree branches, rake and bench-cut.

Wear clothes for getting dirty, and bring water and lunch. Saturday, June 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 132 River Road, Esopus; (845) 473-4440, extension 273, http:// scenichudson.org.

Trail-Building: Here is a chance to learn some cool new skills for free while making a difference right in our own community: trail-building! Be a part of the team

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in Marbletown that wants to prove to you that “There’s no such thing as waste...only resources waiting to be made into something new.”

Opening events take place on Saturday, June 4 at the Marbletown Transfer Station from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., with art made of trash, live entertainment, education and play; and at the Wired Gallery from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

On Sunday, June 5 from 7 to 10 p.m. at

the Rail Trail Café, enjoy special music from a variety of bands, including instruments made from junk. Unique events and workshops take place throughout June.

The Marbletown Transfer Station is located at 135 Canal Road in High Falls; the Wired Gallery is located at 11 Mohonk Road in High Falls; and the Rail Trail Café is located at 310 River Road Extension in New Paltz. For more information and a

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complete schedule, call (917) 715-2697 or visit www.marbletown.net/2016/05/19/ trash-fest-june-1-30-at-the-transferstation or visit Trash Fest Ulster on Facebook.

Spot birds, reptiles & amphibians around the Basha Kill Looking for some free family nature programs? Round up your binoculars and register for the Basha Kill Area

Kingston’s Seven21 Media Center presents travel tales with Karen Pillsworth

Summer camp guide 2016 Leonard’s Basketball Camp Improve Your Game Today!

Basketball Camps: Co-ed Weekday Camp = $120 | Date: July 11th-14th | Ages: 10-15 | Time: 5pm-8pm Private 1:1 or Group Instructions. Contact me to set up your lesson!

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Campers will be broken up into competetive teams to play 5-on-5 and 3-on-3 games. Staff will help teach and implement offensive and defensive concepts. Teams will compete for the championship titles.

Campers will receive a T-shirt. *On the last evening, there will be awards and recognitions for the selected campers. Championship games will be played followed by a pizza party!!

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Association’s “Birding for Beginners” taking place this Saturday, June 4 at 8 a.m. at the Haven Road DEC parking lot, on the Route 209 side. To register, call (914) 799-1313. And check out “Happy for Herps” on Sunday, June 5 at 10 a.m. at the same location. To register, call (845) 482-5209. For more information about either program or other upcoming events, visit www.thebashakill.org/events.htm.

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Dreaming of travel as we head into summer? Feel like taking a break from regular life for a while? Let storyteller Karen Pillsworth take you on a journey Around the World in Stories this Saturday, June 4 at 10:30 a.m. at the Seven21 Media Center’s Studio A, with imaginative fun that will entertain the whole family. This event is free and open to the public and geared for school-aged children.

The Seven21 Media Center is located at 721 Broadway in Kingston. For more information, call (845) 331-0507, extension 7, or visit www.kingstonlibrary. org. To learn more about the performer, visit www.karenpillsworth.com.

Open House & Car Show at Dutchess County Airport Remember the movie Planes, Trains and Automobiles? Well, the Dutchess County Airport features two out of three of these at its Open House &

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Car Show this Saturday, June 4 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Displays feature cool aircraft including vintage, modern and experimental, children’s activities and helicopter and plane rides.

Admission and parking are free, and remember to bring a non-perishable food donation for Castle Point veterans.

The Dutchess County Airport is located at 263 New Hackensack Road in Wappingers Falls. For more information, call (845) 463-6000 or visit www. dutchessny.gov/countygov/departments/ countyexecutive/graphics/airport_open_ house_2016.pdf.

Snapping Turtle Walk at Boscobel Wish you could bridge your children’s video games with nature? Take your crew to the Snapping Turtle Walk at Boscobel and tell them to look for Bowser, the turtle villain from the Mario games! The Snapping Turtle Walk takes place this Saturday, June 4 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. and goes on rain or shine. After a staff presentation about the turtles, they will show live turtles; then families will explore the grounds to look for nesting females. Refreshments are included. The cost is $12 for adults, $8 for children aged 6 to 14 years and free for children under age 6.

After the turtles, stick around for The Stars Come Out at Boscobel: Starlab! a family astronomy presentation offered in an inflatable planetarium for ages 4 and up. Starlab shows take place on Saturday, June 4 at 10 and 11 a.m. and 12 noon The cost is $8 per person, and museum educator Lisa DiMarzo makes it a delightful presentation.

Boscobel is located at 1601 Route 9D in Garrison. For more information or to register for these programs, call (845) 265-3638 or visit www.boscobel.org/ events/snapping-turtle-walk.

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are located on Libertyville Road in New Paltz. For more information, call (845) 797-3063 or visit www.facebook. com/nprotarian or www.newpaltzrotary.org.

Pride March & Festival in New Paltz Do you believe in equal rights for all? Find rainbows irresistible? Then it sounds like you’ll be part of the 2016 Pride March & Festival this Sunday, June 5. The parade begins at the New Paltz Middle School on South Manheim Boulevard in New Paltz and continues down Main Street to Hasbrouck Park on Mohonk Avenue, followed by park festivities until 4 p.m.

And who is the Grand Marshal this year, you’re wondering? It’s singer/ songwriter Kate Pierson, of the B52s!

For more information, call (845) 3315300 or visit http://lgbtqcenter.org.

all of the stickers for a fancy, sparkly completion sticker and a market bag of local farm products!

This season’s launch party takes place on Sunday, June 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rosendale Farmers’ Market, where you can pick up your free map and get started with three stickers, along with tastings from the cookbook, a children’s scavenger hunt, live music and more. The

Rosendale Farmers’ Market is located off Main Street (Route 213) in Rosendale, behind the Rosendale Theatre. For more information, call (845) 626-2047 or visit www.stick2local.com or www.facebook. com/stick2local.

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Touch a Truck at Ulster County Fairgrounds Do you find yourself constantly reminding your kids not to touch things, and to keep their hands to themselves?

Then you’ll both appreciate the New Paltz Rotary’s Touch a Truck this Sunday, June 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ulster County Fairgrounds. Kids and their adults can touch, climb into and explore trucks and other equipment, including sounding the horns! Tickets cost $5, children under 3 get in free; admission includes face-painting, bounce houses and a cow train. Demonstrations take place throughout the day. The Ulster County Fairgrounds

Puppet shows, sand and water play, picnics, games, music, crafts and relaxed summer fun, FUN! Experienced Waldorf teachers are hosting summer camp on the grounds of Mountain Laurel School.

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a.m. for ages 14 to 17; and a five-mile Family Ride at 11 a.m. for all ages, but children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration costs $40 for the adult rides and $15 for the family ride, which includes one adult and one child. Participants get a tee-shirt, and free food and beverages at the Finish Line are available to all.

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Family Concert with John Farrell at Hudsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pocket Park â&#x20AC;&#x153;I like ants/They make my Momma danceâ&#x20AC;? is a lyric that gives you a taste of the fun and whimsy of John Farrellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s giving a Family Concert in the Pocket Park this Sunday, June 5 at 2 p.m. The performance is free, so bring a picnic and come early to get a spot.

The Pocket Park is located across from Hudson Opera House at 327 Warren Street in Hudson. If the weather doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cooperate, the concert will be held inside the Hudson Opera House. For more information, call (518) 822-1438 or visit http://hudsonoperahouse.org. To learn more about the performer, visit www. johnfarrell.net.

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Forsyth Nature Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 80th birthday party â&#x20AC;&#x153;Are you 1? Are you 2?â&#x20AC;? And so goes the progression of birthday cheer; but youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have to count all the way to 80 to celebrate the Forsyth Nature Center! On Wednesday, June 8 at 6 p.m., all are welcome to sing â&#x20AC;&#x153;Happy Birthdayâ&#x20AC;? to this community treasure.

Enjoy a cupcake, feed and visit your favorite animals, ask awesome park caretaker Mark DeDea your burning nature questions and spend a pleasant evening at the park.

The Forsyth Nature Center is located at 157 Lucas Avenue in Kingston. For more information, call (845) 339-3053 or visit http://forsythnaturecenter.org or www. facebook.com/forsythnaturecenter. Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Erica Chase-Salerno This week, Erica Chase-Salerno had enough growth for her first haircut in months! She can be reached at kidsalmanac@ulsterpublishing.com.

Trash Fest kicks off this Saturday at Marbletown Transfer Station

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consumer habits? â&#x20AC;&#x153;An important component of the whole trash issue is asking ourselves, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;What do I really need?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; We buy stuff and trash it without really using it,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Landfills and methane are also linked to greenhouse gases; waste is a great generator of them. It takes energy to make all the stuff we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need, and then it all gets burned or put into landfills.â&#x20AC;? Short of totally eliminating all carbon-producing excess, Becker has birthed â&#x20AC;&#x153;Trash Festâ&#x20AC;?: a monthlong series of free art and educational events in Marbletown during June.

A series of art projects created out of actual trash is planned for artists of all disciplines, along with educational presentations that offer the public hints on ways to reduce/reuse waste. To kick off the monthlong focus on Saturday, June 4, the Marbletown Transfer Station at 135 Canal Road in High Falls is being turned into an art gallery with large-scale art, a new mural on-site and a fun opening with opportunities for the public to get

involved.

Activities at the High Falls facility will run from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., and will include a demo with John Michelotti of Catskill Fungus and a performance

by Ventiko, along with a site-specific sculpture by Skip LaPlante and a sculptural structure by Alexander Lyle.

Bill Ylitalo, director of Gamelan at Bard and the New School, is making musical instruments out of junk for the public to play. A new mural by High Fallsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; own Eugene Stetz will grace the truck trailers at the Transfer Station. From 3:30 to 5:30 that same day, the Wired Gallery at 11 Mohonk Road in High Falls will show works of art made of resourced materials by Judith Hoyt, Chuck Davidson, Loel Barr, Lenny Kislin, Jeanne Verdoux, Ana Bergen, Chris Fanjul and Carey King, which will be on display all month.

On Sunday, June 5, a concert will be performed at the Rail Trail CafÊ at 310 River Road Extension in New Paltz. Four musicians will make music on junk,

including Bill Ylitalo, a member of Karl Bergerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Improvisers Orchestra, the Big Sky Ensemble and Gamelan Djam Gong; Skip LaPlante, who co-founded Music for Homemade Instruments; violist Anastasia Solberg of the Ellenville Chamber Players, VIOLent PERseCution and the American Festival of Microtonal Music; and Peter Head of Gus Manciniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sonic Soul Band and Pitchfork Militia. Bring the whole family from 7 to 10 p.m.

The goal of Trash Fest is to get people to think about trash and come up with better ways to better deal with it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been working in arts and waste management and the environment for a long time,â&#x20AC;? says Becker. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It all came together in my mind.

A lot can happen here that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happen in bigger places. The main thing is that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really fun to make art and to make it out of stuff that looks useless. Our species is incredibly creative. Our brains can come up with solutions. Art is a metaphor for coming up with these solutions.â&#x20AC;?

June 2, 2016 Other public events include a film showing of Bag It: Is Your Life Too Plastic? on Wednesday, June 15 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Marbletown Community Center at 3564 Main Street in Stone Ridge; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Reducing Your Personal Waste Streamâ&#x20AC;? with Jacquie Ottman on Thursday, June 16 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., also at the Marbletown Community Center; a Composting Workshop presented by the Cornell Cooperative Extension on Saturday, June 18 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Cornell Community Garden at SUNYUlster, located at 491 Cottekill Road in Stone Ridge; and a Reusable Bag Law Workshop on Wednesday, June 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the Marbletown Community Center.

This project is made possible with funds from the Decentralization Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts, with the support of governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature and administered

by Arts Mid-Hudson. Trash Fest is sponsored by the League of Women Voters Mid-Hudson Region and by the Marbletown Environmental Conservation Commission. For more information, e-mail margotrbecker@hotmail.com, call (917) 715-2697 or visit Trash Fest Ulster on Facebook. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ann Hutton

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you hear a noise that threatens to shatter the windows and buckle the sidewalks, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only Jackie Hoffman,â&#x20AC;? Ben Brantley once wrote in The New York Times. With her rubber face, big, belting, screechy voice and no-filters delivery, Hoffman is reminiscent of a younger, raunchier and much more Jewish Carol Burnett (itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s probably not coincidental that she was cast as Princess Winnifred, the role that kicked off Burnettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s career, in last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Off-Broadway revival of Once upon a Mattress). Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a singer, author/performer of original funny songs, an Obie-winning actress (for David and Amy Sedarisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; The Book of Liz) and a veteran standup comic well-trained in improv at Chicagoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Second City. She does lots of TV cameos, one-woman shows and a fair bit of voiceover acting, including the voice of Dilbertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mom, several inanimate objects on Dora the Explorer, a water cooler in the animated film Robots and even a character in the Grand Theft Auto videogame franchise.

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7:30AM Register Now! 7th Annual New Paltz Challenge Run! 6/19. Proceeds will benefit the New Paltz Regional Chamber of Commerce and its community projects. Choose from a half-marathon, Family 5K, and/or kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1-mile run. Info: newpaltzchallenge.com or call 845-255-0243.

Gilded 7:30AM-8:30AM Free Zen Meditation Group.

Facilitated by Doree Lipson & Meredith Johnson, Zen practitioners & meditation teachers. Silent sitting, walking &connection. For optional beginner instruction, arrive early at 7:20am.Drop-inâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s welcome. Cushions, back-jacks, and chairs available. Info: doreelipsonmsw@gmail.com /verderosa@gmail.com. Sanctuary, 5 Academy St, New Paltz.

8:30AM-9:30AM Free Daily Silent Sitting Meditation. On-going every Morning, seven days a week, 8:30-9:30am in the Amitabha Shrine Room. For info contact Jan Tarlin, 845-679-5906. Karma Triyiana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock.

9AM-11:15AM New Paltz Playspace. Info: www.

HudsonValleyParents.com. NPZ Town Rec Center, off of Rt 32, New Paltz.

9AM-9:50AM Qi Gong with Marilyn St. John.

On-going qi gong class using gentle movement and relaxation to circulate the life energy. All ages and fitness levels. $8 donation requested. Info: 845-679-8700 or www.woodstockyogacenter.com.

Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

9:30AM-10:30AM Stretch and Flex with Diane Collelo Open to all Woodstock residents 55 & older, $1 donation requested. Town Hall, Woodstock.

10AM TRASHFEST at Community Center. Group show. Show runs thru 6/30. Community Center, 3564 Main St, Stone Ridge.

10AM-5PM Art Exhibit: Living Color by Susan Roth. Paintings are for sale with part of the proceeds going to Starr Library. Show runs thru 6/30, during Library hours. Starr Library, Rhinebeck.

10AM TRASHFEST at Stone Ridge Library. Quotes by great writers on trash, and a list of books and films about waste. Art by Kathy Creutzberg sited outside. Stone Ridge Library, 3700 Main St, Stone Ridge.

10AM-11:30AM Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dance & Exercise Class. Led by Anne Olin. For people with PD & other neurological disorders. Groups are challenging, creative and fun! Info: 845-679-6250. $12 for one or $22 for two. St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Episcopal Church, 207 Albany Ave, Kingston.

10AM-11AM Women's Yoga with Cory Smith A variation of Cory's former Gentle Yoga class, this hour will now be a sacred space for women to be themselves and deepen their spiritual practice and enhance their health and well being. A community class, it will still be gentle in nature. $8 donation requested. Info: 845-679-8700. Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock. www.woodstockyogacenter.com.

11AM Chess Club. Bring your set and come play this strategic game.Ongoing, Thursdays at 11am.

Info: 845-338-5580. Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen, free.

11AM-12PM Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Babes in the Woods . Specifically for parents with babies and toddlers. Pre-registration is requested for this program. Info: 845-255-0752. Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Wildmere parking area, Gardiner, $10 /per car.

11AM-12PM Free Feldenkrais Ongoing Commu-

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nity Class. Ongoing. Led by Tatiana Light. Method of international reputation helping Healing, Longevity and Improved Balance and Movement Coordination.Gentle and effortless exercise with immediate relaxation effect. Info:845-679-6299.

Mountainview Studio, Woodstock, free.

12PM 2016 Mountain Jam (6/2-6/5). Beck, Wilco, The Avett Brothers, Govâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Mule and Umphreyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s McGee to Headline Diverse Lineup of Grammy Winners & Nominees, Festival Favs and Hot New Emerging Artists. Hunter Mountain, Hunter.

12:15PM-12:45PM 2016 Uptown Fine Arts Music Series: Andrew Pacht, Trombone, & Andrea Shaut, Piano . Info: www.olddutchchurch.org, 845-3386759 or info@olddutchchurch.org. Old Dutch Church, Main St, Kingston.

1PM-3PM Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Homeschooler Programs- Butterflies. Reg reqrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d.

Info: 845-255-0752. Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Gardiner.

1PM-4PM Senior Duplicate Bridge with John Stokes. Woodstock Bridge Club offers a short lesson and a game of Duplicate Bridge. Most players are elementary and intermediate players.

Open to Woodstock residents 55 and older, $1 donation requested. Rescue Squad Bldg, Rt 212, Woodstock.

1PM-3PM Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Homeschooler Programs- Butterflies. Reg reqrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d.

Info: 845-255-0752. Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Gardiner.

3:30PM-4PM Step Class. A high energy class.

Ongoing Info: 845-246-4317 or saugertiespubliclibrary.org. Saugerties Public Library, 91 Washington Ave, Saugerties, free.

4PM Free Fitness Class. Drop in for a workout on Mondays at 4:30 pm & Thursdays at 4pm. Class will be an aerobic warm-up followed by a combination of band and body work. Instructed by Connie Scuitto. Connie is an RN and certified Reiki Master.

Info: 845-246-4317 or saugertiespubliclibrary.org.

Saugerties Public Library, 91 Washington Ave, Saugerties, free.

4PM Backgammon Club. Learn the game, pick up new moves, meet new people. Free, open to the public. Ongoing. Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia, free.

5PM-9PM American Heart Association Friends & Family CPR AED Course. Free, in honor of CPR awareness week; call 845-475-9742 to register.

Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Poughkeepsie, free.

5PM-8PM Sketch Class. A traditional sketch class (drawing the figure) format of numerous poses which will lengthen in duration as determined by the monitor. $50/4 consecutive classes. January 21-December 15, Thursdays. Info: www.woodstockshcoolofart.org. Woodstock School of Art, Woodstock, $20 /session, $50 /4 classes.

5PM-7PM Co-ed Pickup-Futbol ! Meets every Thursday after 5pm. Info: studiomyea@gmail. com. Athletic/soccer Fields at Comeau Town Park, 98 Comeau Dr, Woodstock.

5:30PM-8PM 2nd Annual Footgolf Tournament.

This game is played in the same manner as golf but instead of a golf ball and club, players kick a soccer ball into 21" holes. Prepaid registration is required. Info: newpaltzchamber.org, New Paltz Golf Course, 215 Huguenot St, New Paltz.

5:30PM-7:30PM Spring Soiree & Fine Art Silent Auction. A Fundraiser for the Rosendale Democratic Committee. Info: rosendaledemocrats.com,

or 845-901-1584. The 1850 House Inn & Tavern, 435 Main St, Rosendale, $50.

5:30PM Woodstock Ultimate Disc. Ongoing games - Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5:30pm; & Sundays at 3pm . A free, casual, co-ed pickup game.

See WoodstockUltimate.org for details. Athletic fields, 98 Comeau Dr, Woodstock.

6PM Book Club: West with the Night. This month, delve into â&#x20AC;&#x153;one of the greatest adventure books of all time, â&#x20AC;&#x153; (National Geographic) - the 1942 memoir of pilot and trailblazer Beryl Markham. All welcome. Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia.

6PM-7:45PM Tai Chi with Marth Cheo. An ancient Chinese healing and martial art. Mixed levels during the first hour, followedby advanced forms.

Ongoing. Info: 845-255-1559. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $12.

6PM - 7:30PM Level I-II Yoga with Jory Serota .

We're thrilled to be adding Woodstock native and popular teacher Jory Serota to the schedule. In the Iyengar style, this new evening class is aimed at students with some experience in or desire to learn Iyengar Yoga. Basic postures are refined, and sirsasana (headstand) will be introduced with modifications. $18. Info: 845-679-8700. Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock. www. woodstockyogacenter.com.

This event is a candle light vigil that will honor those that we have lost to addiction, those still struggling with addiction, and their families. This event will raise awareness about substance abuse and help end the stigma of addiction. This event will feature local resources, music, kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities, a bake sale, and more. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lights of Hopeâ&#x20AC;? will also be a fundraising event to beneďŹ t The Woodstock Outreach Initiative scholarship fund. There will be an awesome ďŹ shermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rafďŹ&#x201A;e with items, including a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Night and Day in Woodstockâ&#x20AC;?Tickets to any Bearsville Theatre show, A night at The White Dove Inn, Breakfast at Provisions Deli, Lunch at Bread Alone, and Dinner at The Bear CafĂŠ! There are also many other gift certiďŹ cates and prizes! All proceeds will go towards the Woodstock Outreach Initiative Scholarship Fund.

7PM Opening Reception: David Downes, photographer. Light refreshments. Exhibits through the month of June. Info: 845-255-5030. Elting Memorial Library, Steinberg Reading Room, New Paltz.

7PM-9PM Thursday Japanese Free Movie Night.

Info: 845-255-8811 or www.GKnoodles.com.

Gomen-Kudasai Noodle Shop, Rite Aid Plaza, New Paltz.

7PM Readerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choice Book Group. The group is casual and the discussions are informal.The monthly selections are chosen by the readers and copies are provided by the Library. Meets on the 1st Thursday of each month. Info: 845-338-5580.

Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Esopus.

7:15PM Pilates Springboard - Reformer Class.

A full body work out! Core stability and strengthening, full upper body and lower body program, classical and contemporary Pilates exercises. Info: 845-658-2239 or www.ulsterpilates.com. Ulster Pilates, 32 Broadway, Kingston.

6PM First Thursday Book Club. Ongoing. Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia, free.

7:30PM-9PM Weekly Thursday Nite EFT Healing Circle & Recovery Workshop. Bring your physical, emotional, & spiritual challenges and issues, and have them quickly, effectively resolved and healed in a safe supportive environment. Free, $5 donation welcome. All proceeds godirectly to FOW. Ongoing. Info: 845-706-2183. Family of Woodstock, 16 Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

6PM-7PM Meditation Practice at Sky Lake Shambhala Retreat Center. Ongoing. Free and open to the public. Contact info: 845-658-8556 or www.skylake.shambhala.org. Sky Lake Meditation Center, 22 Hillcrest Ln, Rosendale, Free.

7:30PM Reading and Meditation at Matagiri Sri Aurobindo Center. Free and open to the public.

Info: info@matagiri.org or 845-679-8322. Matagiri Sri Aurobindo Center, 1218 Wittenberg Rd, Mount Tremper.

6PM Book Signing: Neil Abramson, the author of Unsaid, will present his new novel Just Life.

Neil Abramson will donate $1 for every copy of of his new book purchased at this event to benefit DCSPCA. RSVP Requested rsvp@oblongbooks. com. Oblong Books & Music, 6422 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck.

7:30PM-9PM Weekly Thursday Nite EFT Healing Circle & Recovery Workshop. Info: 845-7062183 or www.goo.gl/xfzDc4. Bring your physical, emotional, & spiritual challenges and issues, and have them quickly, effectively resolved and healed in a safe supportiveenvironment with EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques). Proceeds benefit Family of Woodstock. Ongoing. Family of Woodstock, Family of Woodstock, Woodstock, free / donations welcome.

6:15PM Gyrotonic Tower Class. Using natural body spinal movements to decompress and strengthen the spine. It emphasizes full mobility of the joints and lengthening of the fascia and skeletal system. Info: 845-658-2239 or www.ulsterpilates. com. Ulster Pilates, 32 Broadway, Kingston.

6:30 PM-8 PM Crystal Attunement Healing Circle with medicine woman and astrologer Mary Vukovic. First Thursday of every month. free-form gathering of like-minded souls wishing to safely attune to the current energies for personal expansion. Info: 845-679-2100.Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $40 /half hour, $75 /1 hour.

7PM Screening: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where to Invade Next.â&#x20AC;? The latest Michael Moore movie. A donation is requested. Refreshments will be provided.. Info: 845-4524013 or patla42@gmail.com or act.moveon.org/ event/mooremovieparty_attend/798. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Poughkeepsie, 67 South Randolph Ave, Poughkeepsie, free.

7PM-8:30PM Free Holistic Self-Care Class. SelfHypnosis for sleep, insomnia, and lucid dreaming with Lincoln Stoller. Info: www.RVHHC.org.

Marbletown Community Center, Stone Ridge, free.

7PM Mid-Hudson Computer Userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Group.

Meets on the 1st Thursday of each month. Current reading interests are contemporary fiction, classics, memoirs and popular nonfiction. New members

8PM Bluegrass Clubhouse with Brian Hollander, Tim Kapeluk, Geoff Harden, Fooch, & Eric Weissberg. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Cafe @ Wok â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

9PM Late Night at the Lehman Loeb: Observatory Nights. Explore the Touch the Sky exhibition and then, weather permitting, go to Vassar Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s observatory to view the night sky. Info: 845-437-5632. Vassar College, Observatory, Poughkeepsie, free.

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Headwaters History Days. June 3-5. Free exhibits, tours, talks and music at 15 historic sites from Andes to Olive. Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway . Schedule, descriptions and map at www. headwatershistorydays.org. FMI: 845-586-2484.

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ALMANAC WEEKLY Sawkill Rd. Kingston (Sawkill Rd is under construction, use Rt. 209 detour). Info:www.TalkAboutDying. com.

premier listings Contact Donna at calendar@ulsterpublishing.com to be included Register Now! 6th ANNUAL MENLA Sound Healing Retreat Training (6/16-6/19). The world's foremost experts in the art and science of Sound Healing will come together to immerse retreat participants in the sacred power of sound. Led by Diane Mandle, Tito La Rosa, Dr. John Beaulieu, and others. SAGE Center for the Healing Arts,6 Deming St. 2nd Floor, Woodstock. Info: 845-679-5650 or sagehealingcenter@gmail.com or www.sageacademyofsoundenergy.com/ faculty-classes--training.html.

Headwaters History Days (6/3-6/5).

Free exhibits, tours, talks and music at 15 historic sites from Andes to Olive.

Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway .

Schedule, descriptions and map at www.headwatershistorydays.org. FMI: 845-586-2484. Margaretville.

Singing Bowls for Meditation and Healing, with Richard Melendez (6/5, 2-5pm). A short intro on Himalayan Singing Bowls, their history, various types, and using them as an aid for meditation. Richard will perform a Singing Bowl Meditation and follow with instructions on playing the Singing Bowls. There will be short individual healing sessions for those attending. Admission: $30. he Tibetan Center, 875 Route 28, Kingston.

845-383-1774.

Death and Dying Guru & AwardWinning Author & Speaker Stephen Jenkinson Event (6/3 & 6/4). Hosted

by Circle of Friends for the Dying.

Line-up: Screening of Film: Griefwalker, 6/3,7-9:30pm; Workshop: Die Wise,6/4, 9:30am-3:30pm; & Private Reception,6/4,4-7pm. Tickets online: eventbrite.ca or call 845-802-0970.

HealthAlliance Hospital Auditorium, Kingston.

The Country Living Fair (6/36/5,10AM-5pm). Antiques, artisans, art, furniture, home decor & more. All exhibits are under cover. Rain or Shine.

Info: www.countryliving.com/fair/ a4255/country-living-fair-rhinebeck/ Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Route 9, Rhinebeck, $16 /one day, $20.

Upcoming: Yoga Rolla Workshop with Terry Fister (6/4,1:30-3:30pm).

A variation of our regular Yoga Rolla class, this workshop is designed to pinpoint how each of us can best use soft foam rolling exercises to improve the alignment and performance of our yoga postures. If you already have

a SOFT foam roller, please bring it. The studio will have rollers available to use during the workshop. Woodstock Yoga Center. $40, plus $5 off rollers purchased in the boutique. Info: Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock. 845-679-8700, www. woodstockyogacenter.com.

IGet Your Tickets Now! Indian Clas-

sical Dhrupad Vocal Concert (6/5.57:30pm). Come see the oldest form of Indian Classical music! Featuring renowned singer and teacher Pandit Nirmalya Dey, accompanied by Pandit Mohan Shyam Sharma on the Pakhawaj (classical Indian drum). Both musicians will be available for teaching music classes the following week.

Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock. Doors open at 4:30 pm.

Tickets $20 at the door, cash only please. First come first seated: floor, bolster or chair. Advance reservations and seats available online or by contacting 845- 679-8700 or woodstockyogacenter@gmail.com. For more information about lessons call 845- 679 2625.

Upcoming: Yoga Workout Class with Terry Fister(6/5,8:30-9:30am). For those of you who want to get up and go a little earlier on Sunday, Woodstock Yoga Center is adding a new Sunday morning class to the schedule. Led by Terry Fister, Yoga Workout is a multilevel Vinyasa flow class combining traditional asana with modern core exercises designed to enhance mobility, stability and strength. Every Sunday starting June 5, 8:30-9:30 am at Woodstock Yoga Center. $18 drop-in, or use your class card for discounted rates. Info: Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock, 845- 679-8700, www.woodstockyogacenter.com.

Introductory Lecture on the a Transcendental Meditation® Program (6/14 7pm). Recent NIH research defining its unique effectiveness for relieving stress, rehabilitation from ADHD and PTSD, improving sleep and culturing greater effectiveness for successful business people.With Adam Belok, Certified Instructor if the TM®Technique since 1977 Boardman Road Public Library,141 Boardman Rd,Poughkeepsie.

New Paltz Rotary “Touch A Truck” Event (6/5, 9am-4pm). Admission : $5, free/ 3 & under. Ulster County Fairgrounds , Libertyville Rd, New

programs, exhibits, concerts, open houses, tours and workshops from Olive to Andes along the newly designated Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway (NYS Route 28). Info: www.headwatershistorydays. org/.

9AM-11:30AM Mail Merge Workshop. Info: 845-339-0046 or Kingston SCLC@ Gmail.com.

The Senior Computer Learning Center, 94 Mary’s Ave, Kingston, $20.

9:30AM-11AM Vinyasa Level I-II Yoga with Alison Sinatra. This vinyasa class is ideal for students transitioning from beginner to intermediate. Led by the amazing Alison, asanas are explored with increasing detail and a slower flowing sequence. $18. Info: 845-679-8700 orwww.woodstockyogacenter.com. Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

9:30AM-12:30PM Mid Hudson ADK: Mills-Norrie State Park. Leader: Georgette Weir georgette. weir@gmail.com or call 845-462-0142. Morning walk with light trail maintenance (if needed), Please bring work gloves, loppers or shears just in case. For meeting place contact leader. Info: midhudsonadk.org. Mills-Norrie State Park, Staatsburg.

9:45AM-10:45AM Senior Chi Kung with Corinne Mol. Meditative, healing exercise consisting of 13 movements. Open to Woodstock residents 55 and older for a $1 donation. Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

10AM-5PM The Country Living Fair(6/3-6/5).

Rain or Shine. Antiques, artisans, art, furniture, home decor & more. All exhibits are under cover.

Info: www.countryliving.com/fair/a4255/country-living-fair-rhinebeck/ Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Route 9, Rhinebeck, $16 /one day, $20.

10:30AM Pilates Springboard - Reformer Class.

A full body work out! Core stability and strengthening, full upper body and lower body program, classical and contemporary Pilates exercises. Info: 845-658-2239 or www.ulsterpilates.com. Ulster Pilates, 32 Broadway, Kingston.

11:30AM-5PM Past Life Regression and Private Angelic Channeling with Margaret Doner. First Friday of every month. Call for appointment. Info: 845-679-2100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $125 /90 minutes.

Paltz. Rain or Shine. Where kids can be kids and adults can be kids again.

No pets. No smoking.

Register Now: Introduction to Tai Chi with certified instructor Jing Shuai at the New Paltz Community Center.

All levels welcome. Class involves Qi Gong and slow movements. Suggested donation is $5 or more. Info: www. elegantevidence.com. Name of the event: Introduction to Tai Chi Time: Saturdays - June 4th, 11th, July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23th, 30th, August 6th, from 9 - 10:30 am. New Paltz Community Center,3 Veterans Dr, New Paltz. Info: 845-214-8579 or Email: chinalinkus@ gmail.com.

Mountain Jam (6/2-6/5). 12th Annual Festival at Hunter Mountain. Full line-up, lodging and more at http://mountainjam.com Hunter Mountain, Hunter.

Upcoming Class: McWind Bodywork Healing Course: Cranial Sacral Therapy Polarity Archetypes / Myofascial Release. June-November 2016 . Includes a 5-day retreat.

10 weekends over 6 months. Coffee & snacks will be served. McWind Healing, 349 Ohayo Mtn Rd, Woodstock. Info & to register: 845-3378005 or www.mcwindbodywork.com or victor@mcwindbodywork.com.

Auditions Notice: Mel Brooks’ musical comedyYoung Frankenstein. Audition dates 6/18 , 1pm & 6/19, 7pm. Callbacks: 6/20, 7pm.

Needed: Actors/singers aged 18+.

Prepare: 16 bars of a Broadway song; bring a copy of your sheet music for our accompanist. Be prepared to list all conflicts. Performance Dates: 10/14 – 11/ 6 (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays).

All parts are open. No appointment necessary. For further information, email upinoneprod@aol.com. The Center for Performing Arts, Rt. 308, Rhinebeck.

Talk About Dying (6/11, 2-5pm). An independent grassroots organization committed to providing safe, supportive, free community workshops to explore issues of living and dying on the practical, emotional and spiritual planes. Workshops: Healthcare Proxies & End of Life Choices & Who Will Speak for Me and What Should They Say? This workshop is facilitated by Talk About Dying founder Dr. Carol Robin, DC.Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Catskills,320

12:05PM-1:15PM Senior Basic Pilates with Christine Anderson. A floor work course promoting improvement of balance, coordination, focus, awareness breathing, strength and flexibility. Open to Woodstock residents 55 and older, $1 donation requested. Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

1:30PM-2:15PM “Storytime in the Museum.” Free, art-related storytime programs. The programs will be held on Fridays, April 1, May 13, and June 3. Info: 845-437-7745. Vassar College, Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Poughkeepsie, free.

3PM Gardiner Greenmarket. Info: www.gardinerlibrary.org. Gardiner Library, 133 Farmer’s Tnpk, Gardiner.

4PM “Knit Wits” Knitting Club. Saugerties Public Library, Washington Avenue, Saugerties, 845-2464317.

4PM-7PM Opening Reception: Envisioning Dutchess, a non-juried community art exhibition, together with a show featuring Hudson Valley photographers Cali Gorevic and Jane Soodalter.

Info: www.barrettartcenter.org. Barrett Art Center, 55 Noxon St, Poughkeepsie.

June 2, 2016

Early Bird Discount & Full Scholarships available for Woodstock Youth - ages 9-12 & 13-17. Registration open: Voice Theatre’s Summer Youth Workshops July 11th–24th. A fun, supportive environment for young people to explore theatre skills. Byrdcliffe Theater, Woodstock. Beginners are welcome. Session 1: July 11-17. Session 2: July 18-24. Sibling discounts available. Info & registration contact Shauna Kanter: Shauna@voicetheatre.org | 845-679-0154 |www. voicetheatre.org.

Artists Wanted! Art Project Grandmother Earth. Inspired and initiated by artist, Linda Weintraub. CHURCH Project Space, 167 Cottekill Road, Cottekill. Meets every Sunday thru 6/30 from 2-5pm. Info: linda@ artnowpublications.com or 845-7589289. Public Art Reception scheduled for 6/26, 3-6pm.

TRASH FEST:

Marbletown 2016 (6/1 -6/ 30). A month-long series of free art and education events all centered on waste. Info: MargotRBecker@hotmail. com or facebook. Marbletown.

Hudson Valley Community Dances is an all-volunteer not-for-profit organization committed to sharing the joy of dancing, preserving traditional music and dance and building community through dance. Dances take place in Dutchess and Ulster counties. These events are open to the public and everyone is welcome. Info:www.hudsonvalleydance.org or 845- 454-2571.

Register Now: 2nd Annual Walkway Marathon Race (6/11 & 6/12). Races Feature Dutchess, Hudson Valley Rail Trails. Runners registering for any of the Walkway Marathon races can do so at WalkwayMarathon.org. Walkway Over the Hudson, Poughkeepsie.

Open Call for Artwork - Envisioning Dutchess (6/3-7/2). Due Date for Artwork Drop Off: Saturday, May 21, 5pm. Info: 845-471-2550 or info@barrettartcenter.org. Barrett Art Center, 55 Noxon St, Poughkeepsie.

Sign Up Now! Family Fun & Fish Day(6/5, 12-2. Register by 6/ 1. All fishing supplies will be provided, though you are welcome to bring your own if you have them. No fishing license is required. Info: www.ashokanstreams.org or 845-688-3047.

Kenneth Wilson State Campground, 859 Wittenberg Rd, Mount Tremper.

Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Stationary Clinic for Dogs. Every Monday,

and alleviate tension. Perfect for weekenders or anyone looking for a respite from the week. $18.

Info: 845-679-8700 orwww.woodstockyogacenter.com. Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

6PM-8PM Dogerties General Store & Gallery presents First Friday Extravaganza. Art by: Melanie Delgado. Music by: Mark Delgado & Shamsi Ruhe. Readings by: Nelly Reifler & Susie DeFord. Dogerties General Store & Gallery, 196 main st. Saugerties. Free.

6PM Old Chatham Quaker Meeting. The AOGIRIThe Phoenix Tree. Potluck at 6PM. Flim at 7PM. This film sows the seeds of peace embodied in the message of the hibakusha. No more Hiroshima!

No more Nagasaki! Info: 518-766-2992 or www. oldchathamquakers.org. OldChatham Quaker Meetinghouse, 539 County Rt 13, Old Chatham.

6PM-8PM March Delgado and Shamsi Rue perform original music. Susie DeFord and Nelly Reifler are also on hand to talk about their writing.

Info: 845-246-5775. Inquiring Minds Bookstore, 65 Partition St, Saugerties, free.

4:30PM-5:30PM Lego Club. All ages, with parents.

Ongoing. Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia, free.

6:15PM Kabbalat Shabbat Pot Luck Dinner.

Kosher dairy or parve please. Followed by services at 7:30p.m. The Kerhonkson Synagogue, 26 Minnewaska Trail, Ellenville, 845-626-2010.

5PM-9PM American Heart Association Friends & Family CPR AED Course. Free, in honor of CPR awareness week; call 845-475-9742 to register.

Northern Dutchess Hospital, Rhinebeck, free.

6:30PM Horses for Change: Enriching Lives Through Connection with Horses. Info: 845-3385580. Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen.

5:30PM-7:30PM Magical Card Gaming Night.

First Fridays. Magic, Yugioh and Pokemon card tournament. Ten and under must be accompanied by an adult. Contact Heather at hrobertspt@gmail. com for more information. Info: phoenicialibrary. org or 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Library, 48

7PM-9PM Films of Palestine Series: Occupation of the American Mind. 82-minute documentary reveals roots of U.S. media deception on IsraelPalestine. Info: 518-291-6808. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Catskills, 320 Sawkill Rd, Kingston.

5:30PM-7:30PM Stitch and Sip: Samplers 1.0.

Starting simple and always leaving with a project you can continue to work on at home, this program is a mix of 19th century needle skill work and social fun. Supplies provided. Wine and cheese. Info: 518-828-1872 Olana State

7PM Book Signing: Tom Nolan, author of Milo’s Gift. Info: 845-255-8300. Inquiring Minds Bookstore, 6 Church S, New Paltz, free.

5:30PM-7PM Restorative Yoga with Barbara Boris. Ease into your weekend with 90 minutes of restorative postures that soothe the nervous system

7PM-10PM The B-Boyz. Featuring seven pieces of funk. No cover charge, 21+. Info: Uncle Willy on Facebook. Uncle Willy’s, 31 North Front St, Kingston.

7PM Friday Night Jazz! NYC saxophonist Al Guart leads ensembles comprised of the best Hudson

Tuesday, and Wednesday. $95 and up; includes spay/neuter, rabies vaccine, and cone collar. All surgeries performed by appointment only; Also, Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Mobile Clinic for Cats( call for location and dates). $70 per cat includes spay/neuter, rabies vaccine, ear cleaning, nail trim.

All surgeries performed by appointment only. Info: 845-343-1000. taraspayneuter.org. The Animal Rights Alliance (T.A.R.A.), 60 Enterprise Place, Middletown.

PRIDE Week Event: PRIDE week kicks

off on 6/1at 9pm with an Open Mic night at the Anchor in Kingston.

Anyone can perform. Sign up begins at 8:30pm.Upcomikng events March & Festival on Sunday, June 5th at 1pm (with Kate Pierson as Grand Marshall).

The march will leave from the New Paltz middle school parking lot.For a full list of PRIDE events, visit lgbtqcenter.org.

Family of New Paltz Hotline Volunteer Training June 2016. Open to all 16 and over. Training covers the core of Family’s phone and texting hotline and walk-in services. Email volunteers@ familyofwoodstockinc.org to apply or for more information. Family of New Paltz, 51 North Front St, New Paltz.

Annual Ride the Ridge Bike Challenge (6/5). Riders of all ages are invited to participate in one of four road rides: 50-mile Shawangunk Ridge Ride; 30-mile Countryside Ride; 11-mile Scenic Ride; and 5-mile Family Ride. Info: 845-658-4855 or www.ridetheridge.org. High Meadow School, 3643 Main St, Stone Ridge.

Family of New Paltz Hotline Volunteer Training June 2016. Open to all 16 and over. Training covers the core of Family’s phone and texting hotline and walk-in services. Email volunteers@ familyofwoodstockinc.org to apply or for more information. Family of New Paltz, 51 North St, New Paltz.

Upcoming Opening Reception: A Photographic Diary of Josephs Bertolozzi’s Tower Music / Musique de la Tour by Franc Palaia ( 6/14, 4:30-6:30pm). Show runs thru 7/28.

Book and CD signing at the reception Joseph Bertolozzi ’81 collected over ten thousand sounds by playing hand railings, benches,stairs, walls, ceilings, I-beams and everything in between at the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Joseph Redwood Martinez ’11 documented this musical journey in Tower Music Video.For more information:www.

FrancPalaia.com, or www.JosephBertolozzi.com or 845-437-5370. James W. Palmer III ’90 Gallery, College Center, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave, Poughkeepsie.

Valley Jazz musicians. A rotating roster of performers includes pianists John Esposito & Peter Tomlinson, guitarists Steve Raleigh & Peter Einhorn, bassists Lew Scott &Rich Syracuse. Other musicians regularly sit in with the band. Info: 518- 678-3101.

Kindred Spirits, 334 Rt 32A, Palenville.

7PM-9:30PM Film Screening : Griefwalker a lyrical poetic portrait of Stephen Jenkinson’s work with dying people, filmed over a ten period.

Stephen Jenkinson, a Harvard trained theologian, social worker, teacher, author, activist, a reading authority on changing theways in which we die and care for the dying.Hosted by Circle of Friends for the Dying at Health Alliance. Event includes 6/4, 9:30am-3:30pm. Workshop:Die Wise; 6/4, 4-7pm Private Reception. Health Alliance Hospital, auditorium, Mary’s Ave, Info: cfdhv.org or 845-8020970, Kingston.

7PM Live @ The Falcon: Chris O’Leary Band.

Opener: The Touro Band (Blues). Info: liveatthefalcon.com or 845-236-7970. The Falcon, 1348 Rt 9W, Marlboro.

7PM Headwaters History Days 2016. The John Burroughs Memorial Locust and Wild Honey Orchestra. Info: www.headwatershistorydays.org/ Halcott Grange and Town Hall, Cty E 3, Halcott.

7PM-9PM 1st Fridays: Star Nation Sacred Circle.

Meets every 1st Friday, 7-9pm.Info: www.SymbolicStudies.org. A positive, not for skeptics, discussion group for experiencers of the paranormal. Open to all dreamers, contactees, abductees, ET Ambassadors. Bring adrink, snack to share & lawn chair to sit under the stars afterwards for a UFO watch.

Center for Symbolic Studies, 475 River Rd. Ext, Tillson.

7PM Deconstructing Strauss. Classical pianist Juliana Han and violinist Wayne Lee will perform.

Info: www.23Arts.org. Mountain Top Library, 6094 Main St, Tannersville, free.

7PM Weekly Senior Citizen’s Bingo. Seniors 50 and older. Ongoing every Wednesday at 1:30pm & Friday at 7pm. Admission $1. 50/50 tickets available at 3 tickets/$2.Half-time complementary refreshments. Everyone welcome! Info: 845-6473902. Shawangunk Valley Senior Center, Southwyck Square, 70 Main St, Napanoch.

7:30PM Concert: “St. Paddy’s Day in June.”

Featuring Flash Company. Pay-as-you-will. Info: 914-456-6700 or www.artistscollectiveofhydepark. com. Artists’ Collective of Hyde Park, 4338 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park.

7:30PM Flying Cat Music presents The Young Novelists, Award-winning Canadian folk duo.

Info & tix: flyingcatmusic@gmail.com or 845-6889453. Empire State Railway Museum, Phoenicia, $15 /door, $12 /adv.

8PM First Friday Community Playback Theatre.

Performance. Dramatic improvisation of audience stories. Info: 845-691-4118. Boughton Place, 150 Kisor Rd, Highland.

8PM Salted Bros. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Cafe @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

8PM Community Playback Theatre Improvisations of audience stories. $10 suggested donation.

For information: 845-883-0392. Boughton Place, 150 Kisor Rd, Highland.

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9th Annual Children’s Earth & Water Festival.

Arm-of-the-Sea Theater will perform City That Drinks The Mountain Sky. Info: : 845-246-7873 or waterauthority.orangecountygov.com/festival. html/ Thomas Bull Memorial Park, Montgomery.

Headwaters History Days 2016 (6/3-5). Features programs, exhibits, concerts, open houses, tours and workshops from Olive to Andes along the newly designated Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway (NYS Route 28). Info: www.headwatershistorydays. org/.

Mid-Hudson ADK: National Trails Day. Contact Tom Amisson tamisson@aol.com for information.

Info: www.MidHudsonADK.org.

End-2-End Hike. Run, hike or walk the Hyde Park Trail from Top Cottage to Vanderbilt Mansion and earn your 2016 walkabout trail patch. Bring everything you need for the 9 mile day of hiking.

For updated information visit www.facebook.com/ HydeParkTrail/ Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site, Hyde Park.

6:30AM The 21st Annual Delhi Covered Bridge Run. Includes both a 10K and 5K race as well as a 5K health walk. Info: www.clasiladies.com/delhicovered-bridge-run.html. Main St, Delhi, $30.

7AM John Burroughs Natural History Society: Rondout Series - Reservoir & Headwaters.

Explore different locations and habitats in this region, looking and listening for breeding birds and other wildlife. Contact mattcorsaro@yahoo.com for details a week or lessbefore the trip. Info: www. jbnhs.org. Lippman Park, Rt. 209, Warwarsing.

7:15AM Waterman Bird Club Field Trip: Tymor Forest. Call: Adrienne @ 845-264-2015 if you plan to attend. Web: www.watermanbirdclub.org Tymor Park, Barns, 8 Tymor Park Rd, LaGrangeville.

7:30AM 22nd Annual Snapping Turtle Walk.

Every June, female turtles climb up the steep hill to Boscobel’s lush lawns to lay their eggs. A rain or shine event. Info:/www.boscobel.org/ Boscobel, 1601 Rt 9D, Garrison, $12, $8 /6-12, free /under 6.

8AM-10AM Tai Chi with Marth Cheo. An ancient Chinese healing and martial art. Mixed levels during the first hour, followedby advanced forms.

Ongoing. Info: 845-255-1559. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $12.

8:30AM-9:30AM Fun Fast Vinyasa with Foster Hurley. Kickstart your weekend with this NEW 60-minute vinyasa class. Also known as “Ashtanga Lite, “ the fast-paced flow works up a nice sweat while keeping things light and fun. $18. Info: 845-679-8700 or www.woodstockyogacenter.com.

Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

9AM Classic 10K Road Race Weekend (6/4 & 6/5).Competition for the serious runner, fun, fitness, and races for the entire family! Races start 9am Sat, 7:45am Sun. Middletown High School, Middletown. Info: 845-341-1100, www.classic10k. com.

9AM-10:30AM Introduction to Tai Chi with certified instructor Jing Shuai at the New Paltz Community Center. All levels welcome. Class involves Qi Gong and slow movements. Suggested donation is $5 or more. Info: www.elegantevidence. com. Name of the event: Introduction to Tai Chi Time: Saturdays - June 4th, 11th, July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23th, 30th, August 6th, from 9 - 10:30 am.

New Paltz Community Center,3 Veterans Dr, New Paltz. Info: 845-214-8579 or Email: chinalinkus@ gmail.com.

9AM-10:30AM Woodstock: Christian Centering Prayer and Meditation. On-going. Everyone welcome. Info: 845-679-8800. St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church (the A-Frame), 2578 Rt 212, Woodstock.

9AM Pilates Springboard - Reformer Class. A full body work out! Core stability and strengthening, full upper body and lower body program, classical and contemporary Pilates exercises. Info: 845-6582239 or www.ulsterpilates.com. Ulster Pilates, 32 Broadway, Kingston.

9AM Saugerties’ Christian Meditation. Meets every Saturday, 9am. All welcome. No charge.

246-3285. Trinity Episcopal Church, Rte 9W, Saugerties.

9AM Mid-Hudson ADK: Kayak Skills Session.

Leader: Don Urmston Mrurmston@gmail.com or 845-549-4671 (before 9pm). will cover basic strokes, rescues & safety. Participants must preregister with leader. PFD required. Info: www.

MidHudsonADK.org. Plum Point, New Windsor.

9AM-2PM Kingston Farmers’ Market. Info: www. kingstonfarmersmarket.org. Wall St, Kingston.

9AM-1PM Young Eagles Day. Admission and flights are free. Plane rides for kids 8-17 yrs old. Learn

about airport safety, airplances and aviation. Rain date 6/5. Info: www.youngeagles.org or 845-5941651. Resnick-Ellenville Airport, Ellenville.

9AM-2PM Montessori of New Paltz Clothing Drive to benefit the Kyle Brewer Scholarship Fund. . Clothing drop off Saturday June 4th, 9am-2pm and Sunday June 5th, 9am-11am. Info: 845-2556668. Montessori of New Paltz, 130 Dubois Rd, New Paltz.

9AM-12:30PM Overview of NYS Climate Smart Communities (CSC) Certification program, the benefits of participating, and how to get started.

Certificates of attendance for municipal training credit will be provided. Reg reqr’d. Info: csccertificationforum.eventbrite.com or845-677-8223.

Vassar College, Poughkeepsie.

9AM-4PM Mountain Top Historical Society National Trails Day Hike. Join Bob Gildersleeve as he leads a hike down Harding Road and the Kaaterskill Escarpment Rim. Participants can register at mthsdirector@mths.org or 518-5896657. Mountain Top Historical Society campus, Tannersville.

9:30 -4PM National Trails Day at Sam’s Point – Wildfire Mitigation. All children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian over the age of 18. This program is being offered at the Sam’s Point Area in Cragsmoor. Pre-registration is required by calling Sam’s Point at 845-647-7989.

9:30AM Mid Hudson ADK: Copes Lookout.

6-7 miles Difficult Hike. Leader: Roberta Forest 845-750-7059. Scrambling involved. Joint with Mohonk Preserve. Info: midhudsonadk.org.

Mohonk Preserve, Coxing lot, Hudson Valley, $12.

9:30AM-3:30PM Workshop: DIE WISE: Making Meaning of the Ending of Days. Seminar on the art of dying, skills to be practiced in the course of living deeply and well led by Stephen Jenkinson, a Harvard trained theologian, social worker, teacher, author, activist, aleading authority on changing the ways in which we die and care for the dying.

Followed by a private reception 4-7pm. Health Alliance Hospital, auditorium, Mary’s Ave, Info: cfdhv.org or 845-802-0970, Kingston.

9:30 AM -3:30 PM Babysitting Certification Program. Students must be over 12 years old and should bring a bagged lunch. Students will learn about safety in the home, what to do in a medical emergency, important information when calling 911, pediatric first aid, and CPR. Registerat: 845- 266-5530. Clinton Community Library, 1215 Centre Rd, Rhinebeck, $45, $15 /material fee.

10 AM-11:30 AM Iyengar Yoga Level I with Barbara Boris. For all students new to Iyengar Yoga, taught by Woodstock’s only Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor. The basis of the method is taught in standing poses. $18. Info: 845-679-8700 or www.woodstockyogacenter.com. WoodstockYoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

10AM-4PM Opening Weekend -Brick House Museum. Step back into the 18th century at this handsome manor that evolved from a gentlemen’s farm to a country estate. The interior is decorated in the current season’s colors. Admission. Brick House Museum, Montgomery. 845-457-4921, www.hillholdandbrickhouse.org.

10AM-4PM Mineral, Jewelry, Gem and Fossil Show (6/4&6/5). Display of regional minerals and history of the mines and mineralogy of the area presented by the Orange County Mineral Society. Event held rain or shine. 10am-4pm.

Museum Village, Monroe. 845-782-8248, www. museumvillage.org.

Paltz, 130 Dubois Rd, New Paltz.

10AM-9PM Candlewax Recycling Drop-off.

Ongoing. Candlewax in any condition to be recycled. Pachamama Store (near food court), Hudson Valley Mall, Kingston.

10AM-3PM Catskill Interpretive Center Book Fair. Dozens of authors and exhibitors. Storytellers, music and fun for families. Free and open to the public. Info: 845-688-3369 or catskillcenter. org. The Maurice D. Hinchey Catskill Interpretive Center, 5096 Route 28, Mount Tremper.

10AM The Stars Come Out at Boscobel/Starlab.

Enter an inflatable planetarium, relax on the floor and gaze up at a night sky to look for star patterns.

Age 4 and up. Capacity is 22 per program. Advance registration recommended. Info:boscobel.org or 845-265-3638. Boscobel, Garrison.

10AM-4PM Greene County Historical Society 40th Tour of Homes . Explore Coxsackie from the river to the hills. Tour sites span a full range of settlement from village to farmstead and river to valley. Take a trip through time. The tour will be held rain orshine. Info: 845-966-8131 or www.gchistory.org. Bronck Museum, Bronck Rd, Coxsackie, $25.

10 AM. – 3:30 PM National Trails Day at Minnewaska– Trail Work at Mud Pond. Join volunteer members of the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference’s Hudson Nor’Westers trail crew and Minnewaska State Park Preserve Staff for this backcountry trails project. Volunteers will be driven to Lake Awosting Beach, from where they will need to walk approximately one mile to the work site, while carrying lumber for the bog bridge repair. Volunteers will meet at the Awosting Parking Lot. Pre-registration is required by calling the Park Preserve Office at 845-255-0752.

10AM Turn Garbage into Gold & Rot into Riches.

Join a Master Gardener from the Cornell Cooperative Extension for this introductory program about composting. Compost your scraps and give back to the soil, an invaluable element to growing the flowers and veggies. Composting is so easy. Learn how. Pre-registration required. Admission- Nonmembers-: $10/Adults, $7/Children ages 10-17.

Museum Members: $7/Adults, $5/Children ages 10-17. For more information and to register visit hhnm.org or call 845-534-5506. Hudson Highlands Nature Museum’s Outdoor Discovery Center, Muser Dr, Cornwall.

10AM-12PM Guided Hike at Fuller Mountain Preserve. Join the Orange County Land Trust for a hike. ong pants and hiking boots or sneakers are recommended. Participants should bring plenty of water. Reg reqr’d. Info: Jeremy@OCLT.org or www.oclt.org. Fuller Mountain Preserve, Warwick.

10AM-4PM Greene County Historical Society 40th Annual Tour of Homes. This year’s tour focuses on the Town of Coxsackie where the first tour of homes took place in 1976. Greene County Historical Society’s major fundraiser.

Info: 518-966-8131 or www.gchistory.org. Bronck Museum, Coxsackie.

10:15AM-1:15PM Adult Life Drawing. An opportunity for artists and students to work with experienced models under controlled lighting. There is no instruction. Poses:25 minutes. Info: 845-2551559. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $15.

10:30AM-12:30PM Ukulele Lesson and Jam. First Saturdays. All ages, levels. With ukes to borrow and new songs each month. Beginners especially welcome. Info: phoenicialibrary.org or 845-6887811. Phoenicia Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia, free.

10AM-12PM Knitting Group. Stone Ridge Library, 3700 Main St, Stone Ridge, 845-687-7023.

10:30AM Bard College: The Montgomery Place Campus will begin hosting guided tours. 10:30 am, 11:45 am, 1 pm, and 2 pm. Tours are $10 per person. No reservations are necessary, first come, first served. For more information, please call 845-758-7505. Bard College, Montgomery Place Campus, Annandale-on-Hudson.

10AM Pilates Springboard - Reformer Class. A full body work out! Core stability and strengthening, full upper body and lower body program, classical and contemporary Pilates exercises. Info: 845-658-2239 or www.ulsterpilates.com. Ulster Pilates, 32 Broadway, Kingston.

10AM-2PM Saugerties Farmers’ Market. Info: Kingston Farmers’ Market. 115 Main St, Saugerties.

10AM-1PM Montessori of New Paltz Open House.

School Tour begins at 11am. Join them to learn more about their Summer Camp Programs and Fall Enrollment. Info: 845-255-6668 or admin@ montessoriofnewpaltz.com Montessori of New

11AM-4:30PM Houses on the Land: WVLT’s 6th Annual House Tour. Sherwood’s Forest: Rural Lloyd from the Wetlands to the River. Register at www.WallkillValleyLT.org or call 845-255-2761.

Admission includes reception from 4:30 pm - 6 pm. 10-Horse Art Center, 65 Black Creek Rd, Highland.

11AM-6PM Riverfest! A full day of fun and entertainment on the Hudson River. Children’s activities, live music, large craft and food fair. Shuttle buses from Cornwall Middle School parking lot. Donahue Park, Cornwall-on-Hudson. Info: 845-534-4200, www.river-fest.com.

11AM-3PM Furry Tray for the Kids and Animals.

Fundraiser for new playground equipment and will also benefit the animals at Pets Alive. Day of raffles; a Tricky Tray with tons of gift baskets, gift certificates and premium prizes; a 50/50; clown entertainment;face-painting and stick-on tattoos.

New Beginnings Learning Academy, 33 Albert St, Middletown, $1.

11AM Third Age Players. Come and learn about the Third Age Players, a new creative arts group for people over 55. This fall we will be offering workshops led by local guest artists teaching improvisation, writing, movement, music, songwriting, and more! Together we will tell our stories, explore universal themes and develop performance pieces that can be shared with a wider audience.

Saugerties Public Library, 91 Washington Ave, Saugerties.Free admission. RSVP - moonchild246@ yahool.com.

11AM-4PM Woodstock Farm Sanctuary Weekend Tour. 150-acre life-long sanctuary for rescued farm animals. Learn about vegan living. A new Visitors Center and Cafe, open to the public for tours on weekends from 11am-4pm through October, $10/ adults, $5/kids;group tours & private vegan events (including weddings) during the week. Info:845247-5700 or www.woodstocksanctuary.org. Woodstock Animal Sanctuary, 2 Rescue Rd (formerly Epworth Lane), High Falls.

11AM-7PM Telepathic Animal Communication Sessions with Linda Clayton. Every Saturday and Sunday. Please register at least 48 hours prior to your selected appointment time. Call Mirabai for details about this very special opportunity to dialogue with your loved ones. Info: 845-679-2100.

Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $51 /per pet/30 minutes.

11:30AM 18th Annual CCEUC Master Gardeners Great Plant Swap and Sale. Info: ulster.cce. cornell.edu/events/2016/06/04/great-plant-swapsale or 845-340-3990. Forsyth Park Pavilion, 157 Lucas Ave, Kingston.

12PM-5PM Peekskill Open Studios (6/4 & 6/5).

Over 100 artists participating; opening their studios, in group shows and exhibiting in galleries. Rain or shine. Brochure with map of complete listings, and for guided tours. The Gazebo, corner of Central Ave. and 1 N. Division St, Peekskill.

12PM-1PM Free Yoga Pizza Party. Ongoing. Join Women’s Power Space and My Place Pizza for a rejuvenating yoga class and pizza. Families, beginners, and children welcome (mats will be provided). Donations appreciated. Info:sarah@

10:30AM-11:30AM Silent Vigil for Global Peace & Non-Violence. Sponsored by The Kingston Women in Black. Meet outside Cornell St PO, Kingston, 845-339-0637.

10AM-5PM The Country Living Fair (6/3-6/5).

Rain or Shine. Antiques, artisans, art, furniture, home decor & more. All exhibits are under cover.

Info: www.countryliving.com/fair/a4255/country-living-fair-rhinebeck/ Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Route 9, Rhinebeck, $16 /one day, $20.

10 AM-11:30 AM Iyengar Yoga Level I with Barbara Boris. For all students new to Iyengar Yoga, taught by Woodstock’s only Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor. The basis of the method is taught in standing poses. $16. Info: 845-679-8700 or www.woodstockyogacenter.com. WoodstockYoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

Age 4 and up. Capacity is 22 per program. Advance registration recommended. Info:boscobel.org or 845-265-3638. Boscobel, 1601 Rt 9D, Garrison.

11AM-4PM Fill the Van - UCSPCA is bringing their van to be loaded to over flowing w/ donations.

Some of animals that are available for adoption will be on site in hopes of finding their forever home. Info: 845-331-5377. Stop & Shop, 271 Main St, New Paltz.

11AM-5PM Earth and Water Festival. A great family day with 50+ vendors, live music, and entertainment all day! Baby goats, turtles, food, crafts & clothing. 1Free. Thomas Bull Memorial Park, Montgomery. 845-615-3868, www.waterauthority. orangecountygov.com.

11AM The Stars Come Out at Boscobel/Starlab.

Enter an inflatable planetarium, relax on the floor and gaze up at a night sky to look for star patterns.

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12PM-5PM Event to Honor Memory of Newburgh Humanitarian A gospel celebration to honor the life and legacy of Rev. Sylvester McClearn. In addition to musical performances from choirs and soloists, the event will feature liturgical and praise team dance. Refreshments willbe served. First United Methodist Church, 245 Liberty St, Newburgh.

12:30PM-2:30PM Camera Club. Professional photographer Phil Mansfield is here to walk you through the myriad settings and give you tips and tricks on taking better pics. Bring your camera. All welcome. Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia.

12:30PM-6PM Tarot Readings with Stephanie.

Every Saturday at Mirabai. Walk-ins welcome or call for appt. Info: 845-679-2100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $30 /25 minutes.

12:30PM-2:30PM The Business & Art of Illustration (6/4-7/9). Presented by Writers in the Mountains, this six-week course will cover style development, contracts, design concepts. Advance registration required - contact Jean Stone at 607-326-4802 or jtstone@catskill.net. Class fee is $85. Phoenicia Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia.

12:30PM-3:30PM TRASHFEST at Marbletown Transfer Station. Performance by Ventiko and her evening gowns made of old milk cartons. Public art build with John Michelotti of Catskill Fungimake art using re-sourced cardboard infused with mushroom spores. Education by League ofWomen Voters. Marbletown Transfer Station, 135 Canal Rd, High Falls.

12:45PM-1:30PM New Paltz Women in Black Vigil for Peace. Held in front of the Elting Library, corner of Main and North Front Streets. We are now in our 15th year of standing for peace and justice. New Paltz.

1PM “John Burroughs on the Rails,” an informal talk by Dakin Morehouse. The program is free, and is part of Headwaters History Days which features a variety of talks, walks, concerts and other activities throughout the weekend. www.headwatershistorydays.org. A film, “Railroad Man,” on the life of Jay Gould, another of Roxbury’s famous sons and a neighbor of Burroughs, will be screened at 2:30 Saturday at the Roxbury Methodist Church. Woodchuck Lodge, 1633 Burroughs Memorial Road, Roxbury.Woodchuck Lodge, the literary naturalist’s summer home from 1910-20, is open for free tours June 4 from 11 to 1 and 2 to 3, and June 5 from 11 to 3. Burroughs’ burial site is a short walk from the house, at John Burroughs Memorial Field State Historic Site, where there is an outdoor exhibit on his life and work. Picnic tables are available at both locations.Info: visit www.woodchucklodge.org.

1PM Sit and Knit. Bring a project or start a new one while sitting on the comfy couches in the Information Room window area every Saturday at 1 pm. All are welcome.Info: 845-246-4317 or saugertiespubliclibrary.org. Saugerties Public Library, 91 Washington Ave, Saugerties.

1PM-4PM Hudson Valley Cider & Cheese Tasting and Market. Preview Hour - 12-1pm.Tickets: $10-$35 includes sampling. Children under 10 free. Featuring hard cider producers and cheese makers from across the Hudson Valley. Kicking off the annual Hudson Valley Cider Week, a multi-day celebration of regional craft cider. Over 50 cider samples and over 20 artisanal cheese samples available. Co-presented with Glynwood, a regional organization with a mission to ensure that farming thrives in the Hudson Valley, in collaboration with Talbott & Arding and Gaskins.Beverages will also be available forpurchase. Info: basilicahudson. org/ Basilica Hudson, Hudson, $25, $10 10-20, free /under.

1PM 1658 Stockade National Historic District Walking Tour. Narrated walk through New York’s largest intact early Dutch settlement and neighborhood where the state was born in 1777.

Info: 845-339-0720 or www.fohk.org. Friends of Historic Kingston Gallery, corner Wall-Main Strreets, Kingston.

1PM-3PM Companion Tour of the Widow Jane Mine at the A. J. Snyder Estate. Sponsored by the HRMM.A special recipe of “Snyder Lemonade” will be served!Limited to 30 people; $15 cost for guided tour. Tickets available on-line — please go to www. hrmm.org. Attendees will meet at The Century House Historical Society/A. J. Snyder Estate, Rosendale. I Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston.

1PM-5PM 4th Annual Val-KillL Picnic & Square Dance. Kick off the summer season at Val-Kill with a picnic, square dance, and activities for kids. Square dancers of all abilities, and ages are welcome. Info: www.valkill.org/events.html.

Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site, Hyde Park.

1:30PM-3PM Figure Drawing Workshop for Kids and Teens. Loose gesture drawings will ease budding artists into creativity. Ages 8-15 years.

Info: 845-255-1559. Unison Arts, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $20.

1:30PM - 3:30PM Yoga Rolla Workshop with Terry Fister. Pinpoint how to use soft foam rolling exercises to improve the alignment and performance of our yoga postures in this fun workshop.

If you already have a SOFT foam roller, please bring it. The studio will also have rollers available to use.

Saturday, June 4, 1:30-3:30 pm at Woodstock Yoga Center. $40, plus $5 off rollers purchased in the boutique. Info: 845-679-8700, Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock, www.woodstockyogacenter.com.

2PM-4PM Storybook the Unfacebook. Meet the first Saturday of each month, 2-4pm. A time for adults only to do crafts. Dutch Reformed Church on the Green, Woodstock. $5/ suggested donation.

Info: 845 -679 -2062.

ALMANAC WEEKLY 2PM Free Meditation Instruction. On-going.

Held in the Amitabha Shrine Room. 60-minute class requires no previous meditation experience.

For info contact Jan Tarlin, 845-679-5906. Karma Triyiana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock.

2PM Talk: “Everyday History” by Richard Heppner. Exploring the concept that each of us is responsible for preserving and bringing forth our own individual and family stories. Info: 845 246-4317. Saugerties Public Library, Community Room, Saugerties.

2PM Local History Lecture: Diaries of Elwyn Davis. Info: 845-657-2482. Olive Free Library, 4033 Rt 28A, West Shokan.

2PM-4PM Mudras for Health and Well-Being with Alison DeNicola. Restore the physical and energy body with hand mudras, affirmations, breath work and meditation. Journey through the chakras and discover specific mudras and practices that bring higher awareness. Info:845-679-2100.

Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $25.

2PM Hologram-Making Workshop and Demonstration. Participants will make a hologram together and learn how light can be shaped into holographic images. Info: 845-257-3846. SUNY New Paltz, Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art, New Paltz.

decided to build an off-grid tiny house and reflect on her positive and negative experiences of living tiny. A Q&A will follow. Info:845-679-2213. Free.

Woodstock Library, 5 Library Ln, Woodstock.

5PM-7PM Barefoot DanceCenter’s Annual Student Dance Concert. The evening features a roster of innovative dances combining modern dance and ballet, choreographed by the students, their teachers, and special guest choreographer John Zullo. Admission: Tickets at the door: $12 adults/$6 kids & teens (free 3 years & under) McKenna Theatre, SUNY New Paltz, New Paltz,845384-6146.

5PM-7PM The Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center’s Board of Directors Annual Meeting.

Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center, 300 Wall St, Kingston.

6PM-8PM Friends Spring Party. Enjoy the Gilded Sunset Cocktails on the Terrace. Hors d’oeuvres, cocktails & live music. RSVP to 845-889-8851 or email shardixon66@gmail.com. Mills Mansion, 75 Mills Mansion Dr, Staatsburg, $75.

6PM-8PM Opening Reception: “Alan Reich and Friends.” A show of furniture, photographs and collaborations. Exhibits through 6/26. Info: 845-757-2667. Tivoli Artists Gallery, 60 Broadway, Tivoli.

6PM-4PM Open Reception: Uncandyland. One Mile Gallery, 475 Abeel St, Kingston.

2:30PM-4PM Artist’s Reception: Byromania.

Michael Byro will exhibit his faux-aic pointalism. His artwork graces the covers of two books of poetry by his wife, Laura Byro. She will give a reading of her poems. Info: 845-258-1055. Amity Gallery, 110 Newport Bridge Rd, Warwick.

6PM Bloomington Ladies Auxiliary Nickel Social. All new items. Drawing begins at 7:30 p.m.

50/50 Raffle & refreshments available. Hosted by The Bloomington Ladies Auxiliary. Info: 845-3382794. Bloomington Fire Department, Rt 32 & Taylor St, Bloomington.

3PM-6PM Artist Reception: June Invitational 2016. Five new artists from Berkshire and Columbia Counties exhibit. Show runs through 6/26.

Info: www.510warrenstreetgallery.com or 518-8220510. 510 Warren Street Gallery, 510 Warren St, Hudson.

6PM Community Concert Series & Open Mic Series with featured performer folksinger and songwriter Kevin Cronin. Series begins with a pot luck dinner at 6 PM followed by an open mike at 6:45 PM. Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish, an appetite and harmonies.The Gardiner Library, Gardiner.

3PM The Geology of the Devonian: In the Heart of the Catskills. Robert and Johanna Titus, along with Art Murphy will be speaking about the exhibit.

Exhibits through 7/30. Info: catskillcenter.org/ Erpf Center, 43355 State Hwy 28, Arkville.

6PM-9PM Spay-Ghetti Dinner to raise funds for the Ulster County SPCA Spay and Neuter Clinic.

Info: 845-338-0400. Best Western, , 503 Washington Ave, Kingston, $40.

3PM Book Reading by Ron Nyswaner, author of Blue Days, Black Nights: A Memoir of Desire.

Info: 845-679-8000 or www.goldennotebook.com.

The Golden Notebook, 29 Tinker St, Woodstock.

6:30PM Book Reading by Jeffrey Davis, author of Coat Thief. Info: 845-679-8000 or www.goldennotebook.com. The Golden Notebook, 29 Tinker St, Woodstock.

3PM Artist Talk. Info: matteawan.com or 845-4407901. Matteawan Gallery, 436 Main St, Beacon.

7PM Saturday Night Live Music & Noodles. 2nd set at 8:30pm.No cover, $5 donations to musicians recommended. Info: 845-255-8811 or www.

GKnoodles.com. Gomen-Kudasai Noodle Shop, Rite Aid Plaza, New Paltz.

3:30 PM-5:30 PM TRASHFEST at The Wired Gallery. Group show featuring works by Judith Hoyt, Chuck Davidson, Loel Barr, Lenny Kislin, Jeanne Verdoux, Ana Bergen, Chris Fanjul, and Carey King. Show runs thru 6/30. Wired Gallery, 11 Mohonk Rd, High Falls.

4PM-7PM 0pening Reception: LongReachArts Group Show. Featuring the works of eighteen Hudson Valley Artists.Gallery Open daily 10am to 5pm or by appointment. Info: Call 845 246 0402 or 845 943 0987 for information and directions.

Doghouse Gallery 429 Phillips Road at the corner of Glasco Tnpk, Saugerties.

4 PM-7 PM Private Reception with Stephen Jenkinson. Reception follows a Seminar on the art of dying, skills to be practiced in the course of living deeply and well led led by Stephen Jenkinson, a Harvard trained theologian, social worker, teacher, author, activist, aleading authority on changing the ways in which we die and care for the dying. Health Alliance Hospital, auditorium, Mary’s Ave, Info: cfdhv.org or 845-802-0970, Kingston.

4PM-6PM Waterfront Future: Designing resilience for an epoch of rising tides, exhibition, Free.

Masters of Landscape Architecture students in Cornell’s Climate-Adaptive Design (CAD) studio exhibit their designs for Hudson’s South Bay waterfront. Opening Reception and Public Talk with Libby Zemaitis (Cornell Climate-Adaptive Design Studio) and Nancy Richards (Catskill Waterfront Resilience Task Force). Show runs thru 7/4. , Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren St, Hudson.

Info: 518-822-1438.

4PM “Finding Vivian Maier, “ Directed by John Maloof and Charlie Siskel. Howard Greenberg Talk on the work of Vivian Maier. Info: 845-679-2940 or woodstockart.org. Woodstock Artists Association & Museum, 28 Tinker St, Woodstock, $10.

4PM-5:30PM NEW! Tree Hugger Singing Group.

The Tree Hugger Singing Group cooperatively writes songs on ecological themes. Everyone is welcome. Info: 845-255-1255 or gardinerlibrarymusic@gmail.com. Gardiner Library, 133 Farmer’s Turnpike, Gardiner.

4PM “Where Slavery Died Hard: The Forgotten History of Ulster County and the Shawangunk Mountains Region” Presentation by anthropological archeologists Wendy Harris and Arnold Pickman. Refreshments will be served and donations are gratefully accepted. Info:www.cragsmoor. info, 845-647-6487. Cragsmoor Historical Society, 349 Cragsmoor Rd, Cragsmoor.

7PM Saturday Night Jazz! NYC saxophonist Al Guart leads ensemble. A rotating roster of performers includes pianists John Esposito & Peter Tomlinson, guitarists Steve Raleigh & Peter Einhorn, bassists Lew Scott & Rich Syracuse. Other musicians regularly sit in withthe band. Info: 518-678-3101.

Kindred Spirits, 334 Rt 32A, Palenville.

7PM “Where’s the United Methodist Church Headed Now?” George McCain will lecture. This is the 6th lecture in the NPUMC series celebrating 230 years in New Paltz. Info: 845-419-5063 or www. newpaltzumc.org. New Paltz United Methodist Church, 1 Grove St, New Paltz.

7PM Live @ The Falcon: Ed Palermo is the Marlboro Man! (Orchestral Rock). Info: liveatthefalcon. com or 845-236-7970. The Falcon, 1348 Rt 9W, Marlboro.

7:30 PM Kingston Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild Coffeehouse Series. Featured performer, Ron Renninger. Open mic format (signup 7pm). Unitarian Fellowship, 320 Sawkill Rd, Kingston.

7PM Ilustrated Talk, “Can You Hear Me Now? Margaretville Telephone Company at 100.” This presentation is part of Headwaters History Days, the Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway Signature Event of the Town of Middletown. The program,

by Diane Galusha, Kendra Grocholl and long-time company manager Doug Hinkley, will offer a colorful look at the sweep of communications technology as it played out locally, from hand cranked calls made on 10-party ‘farmer lines’ to cable, fiber optic and broadband services provided to some 6500 customers now. General Manager Glen Faulkner will provide a snapshot of the company’s varied communications interests today. For more information, visit www.headwatershistorydays.org.

Historical Society of the Town of Middletown, 778 Cemetery Road, Margaretville.

7:30PM-10:30PM Hudson Valley English Country Dance. Workshop at 7pm. Caller: Patricia Evans.

Band: Tiddely Pom: Sue Polansky, clarinet, Katie Jeannotte, piano, Stewart Dean, concertina. Info: 845-679-8587. Reformed Church of Port Ewen, Salem Rd off 9W, Port Ewen, $10, $5.

7:30PM Buglisi Dance Theatre. Jacqulyn Buglisi, Artistic Director. Info: 845-757-5106. Kaatsbaan, 120 Broadway, Tivoli, $30, $10 /child/student rush.

4PM-7PM Opening Reception: Margaret Ann Moebius. “Along the Coast: Watercolors of the Outer Banks and Chincoteague Island.” Exhibits through 6/25. Info: 845-338-5580. Town of Esopus Library, Duck Pond Gallery, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen.

8PM Another Nomadic Event: Steve Clorfeine and Lanny Harrison continue their wide-ranging exploration of contemporary and ancient themes.

They are joined by musician/singer Robin Daniels.

Info: 845-255-1559. Unison Learning Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $22.

4PM-7PM Opening Reception: “Astral Projections.” Works by Douglas James Maguire. Exhibits through 6/26. Info: www.northrivergallery.com or 518-392-7000. North River Gallery, 34A Main St, Chatham.

8PM Milkweed. Info: 845-658-9048. Rosendale Cafe, 434 Main St, Rosendale, $10.

4:30PM-7:30PM Journey Blue Heaven & Emmaretta Marks. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Cafe @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

5PM Talk by Rowan Kunz - Building and Living Tiny: One Approach to Mindful Living. A slide talk on the philosophical and practical reasons she

June 2, 2016 Info: www.catskillmountainpizza.com or 845-6797969. Catskill Mountain Pizza, 51 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, free.

9:30 PM Black Mountain Symphony. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Cafe@ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

Sunday

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Headwaters History Days 2016 (6/3-5). Features programs, exhibits, concerts, open houses, tours and workshops from Olive to Andes along the newly designated Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway (NYS Route 28). Info: www.headwatershistorydays. org/. Hudson Valley.

Mountain Jam (6/2-6/5). 12th Annual Festival at Hunter Mountain. Full line-up, lodging and more at http://mountainjam.com Hunter Mountain, Hunter.

7:45AM Classic 10K Road Race Weekend (6/4 & 6/5). Competition for the serious runner, fun, fitness, and races for the entire family! Races start 9am Sat, 7:45am Sun. Middletown High School, Middletown. Info: 845-341-1100, www.classic10k. com.

8AM-4PM HITS-on-the-Hudson II: $75, 000 Horseware Ireland Grand Prix. Info: HitsShows. com/visit-hits. HITS-on-the-Hudson, 454 Washington Ave Ext, Saugerties, free.

8AM-3PM Annual Ride the Ridge Bike Challenge.

Riders of all ages are invited to participate in one of four road rides: 50-mile Shawangunk Ridge Ride; 30-mile Countryside Ride; 11-mile Scenic Ride; and 5-mile Family Ride. Info: 845-658-4855 or www.ridetheridge.org. High Meadow School, 3643 Main St, Stone Ridge.

8AM John Burroughs Natural History Society: Bartholomew’s Cobble. Trip leader Maeve Maurer (maevemaurer@yahoo.com.) A rugged and exotic landscape that also supports 800 species of plants (including one of North America’s greatest diversities of ferns). Info: www.jbnhs.org. Park and ride, Rt. 32, west of the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge, Kingston, $5 /entrance fee.

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Yoga Workout with Terry Fister. For those of you who want to get up and go a little earlier on Sunday, Woodstock Yoga Center is adding a new Sunday morning class to the schedule. Led by Terry Fister, Yoga Workout is a multi-level Vinyasa flow class combining traditional asana with modern core exercises designed to enhance mobility, stability and strength. $18. Info: Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock, 845- 679-8700, www.woodstockyogacenter.com.

9AM-3PM New Paltz Rotary “Touch A Truck.”

An event where kids can be kids and adults can be kids again. No pets. No smoking. Ulster County Fairgrounds, Libertyville Rd, New Paltz, $5, free /3 & under.

9AM-11AM Montessori of New Paltz Clothing Drive to benefit the Kyle Brewer Scholarship Fund. . Clothing drop off Saturday June 4th, 9am-2pm and Sunday June 5th, 9am-11am. Info: 845-2556668. Montessori of New Paltz, 130 Dubois Rd, New Paltz.

9AM-1PM Hudson Valley Holistic Market. HV Holistic Market is a family-friendly outdoor market featuring natural, organic products, local hand crafted products, holistic healing practitioners, weekly classes, and a drum circle. Runs thru 10/2. Info: 845-729-8999. Overlook Drive-Thru, Poughkeepsie.

9AM-4PM High Falls Flea Market. Art, antiques, collectibles, crafts & treasures. Market runs thru 10/30. Grady park, 23 Mohonk Rd & Rt 213, High Falls.

9AM-2PM Rosendale’s Farmers’ Market. Info: www.rosendalefarmersmarket.com. Rosendale Community Center, 1055 Rt 32, Rosendale.

9AM Mid Hudson ADK: Slide/ Cornell, Wittenberg. Leaders: Joe Ferri: newpaltz33@yahoo. com; 914-489-1582 & Shari Aber shnaber@yahoo. com, 914-489-0654. Difficult Hike. Call or email to register. Joint with Catskill 3500 Club. Info: midhudsonadk.org. Woodland Valley.

9 AM Mid Hudson ADK: Long Dock Park, Denning’s Point, and Madam Brett Park Combo, Approx 7 miles, Moderate Hike. Leader: Louis Ruidisch 845- 896-9332; ruidisch3@gmail.com.

Confirm with leader. Info: midhudsonadk.org.

Long Dock Park, kayak pavilion, Beacon.

9:30AM Pilates Springboard - Reformer Class.

A full body work out! Core stability and strengthening, full upper body and lower body program, classical and contemporary Pilates exercises. Info: 845-658-2239 or www.ulsterpilates.com. Ulster Pilates, 32 Broadway, Kingston.

9:30AM – 12:30PM Mountain Laurel Walk on Mossy Glen. Join Laura Conner, Environmental Educator, for an approximately three mile hike along the Mossy Glen Footpath. The first half of the trip will take participants down Lower Awosting Carriage Road, which is an easy stroll. This outing will meet in the Awosting Parking Area.

Pre-registration is required. Program is free of charge. Parking fee applies. Space is limited, please pre-register by calling the Park Office at 845-255-0752.

8PM-11PM Pitchfork Miltia. No cover charge, 21+.

Info: Uncle Willy on Facebook. Uncle Willy’s, 31 North Front St, , Kingston.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Iyengar Yoga Level II with Barbara Boris - NEW TIME! Barbara's regular Sunday morning class is moving back 30 minutes.

For students who are well-practiced in Iyengar Yoga Level I. Taught by Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor Barbara Boris, this class focuses on refining basic postures and introducing more advanced asanas. $18. Info: 845-679-8700. Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock. www. woodstockyogacenter.com.

9PM James Hearne. Genre: alternative country.

10AM-1PM FAMACHA and Parasite Control for

8PM The Hudson Valley Chamber Music Circle: Concert 1: Emerson String Quartet. Info: 845-3397907 or hvcmc.org. Bard College‘, Olin Hall, Annandale-on-Hudson, $30, $5 /student.

ALMANAC WEEKLY

June 2, 2016

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NIGHT SKY

Government conspiracy …or just jet contrails?

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n one of the newspapers in which Almanac Weekly appears, the same letterwriters offer repeated excursions into sinister conspiracy and pseudoscience.

The theme is always the same: An evil “they” are deliberately harming us.

These diatribes range from how a renegade “cabal” of the US military murdered us on 9/11 to Wi-Fi making schoolchildren sick to how the supposed hazards of cell phones are well known to governments, corporations and even health organizations like the Mayo Clinic, but they’re all “in on” the plot.

Recently the delusions have shifted to “chemtrails.” According to this particular conspiracy, the government continually sprays us with chemicals that we can actually see as spreading white substances behind jets. I cringe not just because this shows an amazing ignorance of basic science, but also because such notions could make people unduly cynical about our country – and there really are many good, idealistic people in office, from the president on down. So here’s the true story.

A jet doesn’t leave a white trail when it takes off, nor when it’s flying low. But when it climbs high into very cold air, the story changes.

Jets burn kerosene. If you’ve ever used a kerosene heater or lamp, you’ve smelled the exhaust products. These include water vapor, bits of carbon soot, some carbon compounds like methane and trace amounts of impurities like metals. Well, when jets climb above 30,000 feet, the air is so cold at -40 degrees that the exhaust’s water vapor instantly freezes into ice crystals. This is a contrail, a short white line behind the engines.

It often dissipates in seconds, as each crystal sublimates back to invisible vapor.

Jets often zoom through such cold air, and it can take a long time for the contrail ice to vaporize. Higher humidity preserves it, too. The contrail then lingers as a long white line across the entire sky. Winds typically distort these into various curves. If the airmass is very humid, the exhaust’s soot particles enter the picture to act as condensation nuclei – like cloud seeding – to produce a thicker contrail as surrounding atmospheric vapor freezes as well. The ice crystal formation spreads out. Rarely, in very high humidity, the contrail can act as the “starter yogurt” for a cloud covering the sky.

People into meteorology and aeronautics have observed and photographed all these various contrail varieties since the 1930s. Contrail science is even taught in college courses. Experts can assess the temperature, humidity and winds at various altitudes simply by observing them.

These artificial pencil clouds reflect sunlight into space. A few years ago scientists were concerned that jet traffic would therefore have a cooling effect on the planet. But global warming has made that issue go away.

The folks who regard contrails suspiciously obviously don’t know what they are.

Several websites call the lines chemtrails and claim that the US military is deliberately spraying a substance upon the population – an idea that meteorologists generally find hilarious.

I’ll explain why it’s so silly. First, if you’ve ever watched crop-dusting, or seen the

Small Ruminants. A clinic led by Livestock Educator, Jason Detzel. Learn more about the ways to treat and prevent parasites in your flock. Space is limited.

Reg suggested. Walk-ins welcome. Info: 845-3403990 orcad266@cornell.edu. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County, Education Center, 232 Plaza Rd, Kingston, $20, free /12 & under.

10AM-5PM The Country Living Fair (6/3-6/5).

Rain or Shine. Antiques, artisans, art, furniture, home decor & more. All exhibits are under cover.

Info: www.countryliving.com/fair/a4255/country-living-fair-rhinebeck/ Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Route 9, Rhinebeck, $16 /one day, $20.

10AM Mid Hudson ADK: Taconic-Hereford Multiple Use Area Hike. Leader: John Ragusa : 917)-692-1159 or john.ragusa@bnymellon.com.

3 miles. Easy hike. Bring picnic lunch. Heavy rain cancels. Info: midhudsonadk.org. Taconic Parkway Trailhead, Pleasant Valley.

10AM-4PM Opening Weekend -Brick House Museum. Step back into the 18th century at this handsome manor that evolved from a gentlemen’s farm to a country estate. The interior is decorated in the current season’s colors. Admission. Brick House Museum, Montgomery. 845-457-4921, www.hillholdandbrickhouse.org.

10AM-4PM Mineral, Jewelry, Gem and Fossil Show (6/4&6/5). Display of regional minerals and history of the mines and mineralogy of the area presented by the Orange County Mineral Society. Event held rain or shine. 10am-4pm.

Museum Village, Monroe. 845-782-8248, www. museumvillage.org.

10AM-2PM 2nd Annual Kick for Mental Health Kickball Tournament. Proceeds will support adolescent behavioral health services in Ulster County developed in partnership with HealthAlliance. Info: benedictinehealthfoundation.org/ kick-for-mental-health or 845-334-3017. Dietz Stadium. Lomgstpm/ 10AM-12PM Celebration of Life Party. Hosted

by Health Quest to celebrate cancer survivors.

Refreshments, craft activities, a guest speaker and a ceremonious release of butterflies. Reg reqr’d. Info: 845-437-3021. Dyson Center for Cancer Care, 45 Reade Pl, Poughkeepsie.

10AM-2PM Sunday Brunch @ The Falcon: The Blues Farm (Blues). Info:845- 236-7970 or www. liveatthefalcon.com. The Falcon, 1348 Rt 9W, Marlboro.

10:30AM-12:30PM Meditation Practice at Sky Lake Shambhala Retreat Center. Ongoing.

Sitting and walking meditation with short teach-

ing and discussion from Pema Chodron books or video. Free and open to the public. Contact info: 845-658-8556 or www.skylake.shambhala. org. SkyLake Meditation Center, 22 Hillcrest Ln, Rosendale, Free.

11AM-4PM Woodstock Farm Sanctuary Weekend Tour. 150-acre life-long sanctuary for rescued farm animals. Learn about vegan living. A new Visitors Center and Cafe, open to the public for tours on weekends from 11am-4pm through October, $10/adults, $5/kids;group tours & private vegan events (including weddings) during the week.

Info: 845-247-5700 or www.woodstocksanctuary. org. Woodstock Animal Sanctuary, 2 Rescue Rd (formerly Epworth Lane), High Falls.

11AM Citizen Scientist Training, Data Collection Training Day. Learn to record data and take smart phone photos of different plant, animal and fungi species for June 10th & 11th Biodiversity Event.

Info: BioBlitz2016.com. Catskill Interpretive Center, 5096 Route 28, Mount Tremper.

11AM-7PM Telepathic Animal Communication Sessions with Linda Clayton. Every Saturday and Sunday. Please register at least 48 hours prior to your selected appointment time. Call Mirabai for details about this very special opportunity to dialogue with your loved ones. Info: 845-679-2100.

Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $51 /per pet/30 minutes.

11AM-12PM Spiritual Experiences Workshop: Past Lives, Dreams, Soul Travel and More! This workshop will help you find keys to accelerate your pursuit of truth. You will Discover the spiritual exercises of ECK as creative techniques to aidany seeker of God in the quest for enlightenment.

Guidebook to everyone. Info: eckankar -ny.org or 845-243-7790. ECK, 6 Broadhead Ave, New Paltz.

12PM-3PM John Burroughs Association Benefit Lunch! Rustic lunch served in the woods of the JB Nature Sanctuary. Special musical performance by Jay Ungar and Molly Mason. Guided Nature Walks.

Silent Auction. Reg reqr’d. Info: www.johnburroughsassociation.org/ Slabsides, 261 Floyd Ackert Rd, West Park, $125.

12PM-4PM Hudson River Artfest! Painters, sculptors and photographers exhibit and sell their works.

Artist Paul Gould will be painting a Hudson River Scene live during the show. 12-4pm. Riverfront, Cornwall-on-Hudson. 845-534-4200 , www.facebook.com/Third Annual Hudson River Artfest.

12PM Co-ed Pickup-Futbol ! Meets every Sunday, 12pm. Info: studiomyea@gmail.com. Athletic Fields at Comeau Town Park, 98 Comeau Dr, Woodstock.

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unfortunate videos of Agent Orange being sprayed during the Vietnam War, you know that chemicals must always be released very close to the ground – preferably treetoplevel. If released high up, they’d dissipate and take forever to get down, with an ultimate soil concentration of essentially zero.

Second, my commercial pilot friends (along with the controllers at the Federal Aviation Administration) would all have to go along with the plot, since they’d see the process happening. I’m a pilot and airplane-owner myself; it’s not happening.

Third, what would be the purpose? Some say mind control. But are people acting differently lately? Others say that it’s to sow disease, and some even claim to be the only people to know what causes autism: It’s chemtrails! But why would anyone want to do this?

Some say that “chemtrails” are a government project to combat global warming. Nice, but then why should such a laudable and expensive effort be kept hush-hush? And how on Earth would thousands of blabbermouth pilots keep such a secret? Other Web-based “explanations” involve similarly wacky stuff like “electromagnetic rays.”

Finally, I’ve observed these same spreading-out contrails from more than 40 countries during five years overseas, including from Russia and the Falkland Islands. If it’s a secret government thing, everyone else is doing it too – and long before global warming was even known to exist.

Logic never placates the paranoid. They claim that soil tests show dangerous substances in the soil everywhere, and their websites offer chemtrail videos. But even amateur weather-watchers readily recognize these as contrail phenomena observed since before the Second World War: no mystery, and nothing sinister at all.

Those spreading this scare nonsense act as if they’re Paul Reveres sounding the alarm.

Their motives are probably noble. But anyone who has concerns should just phone their alma mater and get a callback from an academic meteorologist. Talk to a college department head. Or contact a radio station’s weatherperson. Ask an expert whether any airplane exhausts have ever looked remotely suspicious.

We’ve got enough challenges without getting distracted by make-believe.

– Bob Berman Want to know more? To read Bob’s previous “Night Sky” columns, visit our Almanac Weekly website at HudsonValleyAlmanacWeekly.com.

12PM-5PM Peekskill Open Studios (6/4 & 6/5).

Over 100 artists participating; opening their studios, in group shows and exhibiting in galleries. Rain or shine. Brochure with map of complete listings, and for guided tours. The Gazebo, corner of Central Ave. and 1 N.Division St, Peekskill.

12:30PM-6PM Tarot and Astrology Readings at Mirabai. Walk-ins warmly welcome or call for appointment. Info: 845-679-2100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $30 /25 minutes, $40 /45 minutes, $75 /in-depth reading.

1PM-3PM Do You Enjoy Knitting? Knitters of all levels are invited to meet on the first and third Sundays of every month, 1-3pm. Come to share patterns and skills and to enjoy the company of others who share your interest. Info:845 255-1489.

Elting Memorial Library, 93 Main St, New Paltz.

1PM Pride March & Festival. Grand Marshall at this year’s Pride March & Festival is singer songwriter Kate Pierson of the B52s. Festival from 2pm-4pm. Info: lgbtqcenter.org/ Hasbrouck Park, New Paltz.

1PM-5PM 4th Annual Kingston Multi-Cultural Festival. Featuring international foods, dances and music performed by local community groups. Info: . www.ucjf.org/ Gallo Park, Rondout, Kingston.

1PM-3PM Pallet Puppet Theatre offers Spanish Puppet Lesson. Ongoing on Sundays, 1-3pm.

Materials for kids provided. The Green Palette, 215 Main Street inside of the Medusa Antique Center Building, New Paltz.

1PM-4PM Sketch Class. A traditional sketch class (drawing the figure) format of numerous poses which will lengthen in duration as determined by the monitor. $50/4 consecutive classes. Sundays, January 17 - December 4. Info: www.woodstockshcoolofart.org. Woodstock School of Art, Woodstock, $20 /session, $50 /4 classes.

1PM-2PM Silent Peace Vigil by Woodstock Women in Black. Info: 845-679-7148 or rizka@ hvc.rr.com. Village Green, Tinker St, Woodstock.

1PM-5PM Bloomington Fire Company Celebration! The community celebrates 75 years of dedicated volunteer service. Music, Food, Raffles & more fun activities to enjoy including The Jaws of Life by members of the fire company. Info: 845-338-2794. Bloomington FireDepartment, Rt 32 & Taylor St, Bloomington.

2PM Barbara Dempsey & Company. The husband and wife team of Barbara Dempsey and Dewitt Nelson have been playing together in various band for over a decade. Info: www.highfallscafe.com.

High Falls Cafe, 12 Stone Dock Rd, High Falls.

2PM Talk: Lowell Thing, author of The Street That Built a City - James McEntee’s Chestnut Street, Kingston, and the Rise of New York. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 207 Albany Ave, Kingston.

2PM First Sunday Free Gallery Tour. featuring guest educator Jennifer Carlquist. Info: www. newpaltz.edu/museum. SUNY New Paltz, Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art, New Paltz.

2PM-5PM Singing Bowls for Meditation and Healing, with Richard Melendez. A short intro on Himalayan Singing Bowls, their history, various types, and using them as an aid for meditation.

Richard will perform a Singing Bowl Meditation and follow withinstructions on playing the Singing Bowls. There will be short individual healing sessions for those attending. Admission: $30. 845-383-1774. The Tibetan Center, 875 Rt 28, Kingston.

2PM 10th Annual Bellefield Design Lecture by Paula Deitz, frequent contributor to the New York Times, Architectural Review, and Gardens Illustrated. Reception and heirloom plant sale follow.

Presented by the Beatrix Farrand Garden Association. Info:beatrixfarrandgardenhydepark.org/ Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site, Henry A. Wallace Visitor and Education Center, Hyde Park.

2PM The White Hart Speaker Series: Nathaniel Philbrick in conversation with WAMC’s Joe Donahue. A fundraiser for Scoville Memorial Library. Info: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-whitehart-speaker-series or 845-876-0500. The White Hart Inn, 15 Undermountain Rd, Salisbury, $10.

2:30PM Buglisi Dance Theatre. Jacqulyn Buglisi, Artistic Director. Info: 845-757-5106. Kaatsbaan, 120 Broadway, Tivoli, $30, $10 /child/student rush.

3PM Author Readings! Featuring authors Dolan Morgan and Natalie Eilbert with Rebecca Wolff.

Hosted & curated by Nelly Reifler. Info: 845-6798000 or www.goldennotebook.com. The Golden Notebook, 29 Tinker St, Woodstock.

3PM Woodstock Ultimate Disc. Ongoing games - Sundays at 3pm; & Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5:30pm. A free, casual, co-ed pickup game. See WoodstockUltimate.org for details. Athletic fields, 98 Comeau Dr, Woodstock.

4PM-6PM Opening Reception: Barbara Leoff Burge & Anita Wetzel. Works on paper and canvas. Exhibits 6/26. Info: 845-255-1559. Unison Arts, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz.

4PM-6PM Woodstock Community Drum Circle.

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Hosted by Birds of a Feather and Timekeeper Drums invite all to drum and dance. Free, donations appreciated. On-going on Sundays, 4-6pm.

Meets in the end room in the back of the building.

Village Green, Woodstock.

4PM-7:30PM Gallery@ TheFalcon - Art Reception: The Paintings of Claire Lambe. Exhibits through 7/31. Info: liveatthefalcon.com or 845-236-7970. The Falcon, 1348 Rt 9W, Marlboro.

4:30PM-7:30PM Jounrey Blue Heaven & Emmaretta Marks. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Cafe@ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

5:00 PM -7:30 PM Indian Classical Dhrupad Vocal Concert. Come see the oldest form of Indian Classical music! Featuring renowned singer and teacher Pandit Nirmalya Dey, accompanied by Pandit Mohan Shyam Sharma on the Pakhawaj (classical Indian drum). Both musicians will be available for teaching music classes the following week. First come first seated: floor, bolster or chair.

Tickets $20 at the door, cash only please. Doors open at 4:30 pm. Advance reservations and seats available online or by contacting 845-679-8700 or woodstockyogacenter@gmail.com. Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock. For more information about music lessons call 845-679 2625.

7PM Bill Burr: Plowin’ Ahead. Bill developed a comedic style of uninformed logic that has made him a regular with Conan O’Brien and Jimmy Fallon. Info: 518-465-3334. Palace Theater, 19 Clinton Ave, Albany.

7PM Live @ The Falcon: John Abercrombie/Rob Scheps Quartet (Jazz). Info: liveatthefalcon.com or 845-236-7970. The Falcon, 1348 Rt 9W, Marlboro.

7PM-10PM TRASHFEST Concert at the Rail Trail Cafe! Four musicians will make music on junk: Bill Ylitalo, , Skip LaPlante, Anastasia Solberg, & Peter Head. Walk there on the Rail Trail, starting from the Binnewater Kiln parking lot). Rail Trail Cafe, 310 River Road Ext, New Paltz.

7PM Book Signing: Nathaniel Philbrick, author of Valiant Ambition. Info: www.eventbrite. com/e/nathaniel-philbrick-valiant-ambitiontickets-24521207592 or 845-876-0500. Morton Memorial Library, 82 Kelly St, Rhinecliff, $10.

9:30 PM Marji Zintz. Info: 845-679-3484.

Harmony Cafe @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

Monday

6/6

Music Performer’s Workshop “Who’s Driving This Bus.” 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/, 6/27. Call for info: 914-456-6700 or www.artistscollectiveofhydepark. com. Artists’ Collective of Hyde Park, 4338 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park, $85 /4 sesions.

8:30AM-9:30AM Free Daily Silent Sitting Meditation. On-going every Morning, seven days a week, 8:30-9:30am in the Amitabha Shrine Room. For info contact Jan Tarlin, 845-679-5906. Karma Triyiana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock.

9AM-4PM Silk Aquatint Workshop with Julio Valdez. June 6 - June 8. Silk Aquatint is a versatile alternative to traditional printmaking techniques.

Designed for both beginners and more advanced students. Reg reqr’d. Info: www.woodstockschoolofart.org. Woodstock School of Art, Rt 212, Woodstock.

9AM-9:50AM Senior Fit Dance for Seniors with Adah Frank. Dance and movement for strength and flexibility. Open to Woodstock residents 55 and older, $1 donation requested. Bring a mat.

Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

9:30AM Settled and Serving in Place (Kingston Chapter). A social self-help group for seniors who want to remain in their homes and community.

Info: ssipkingston.org or 845-399-2805. Olympic Diner, Washington Ave, Kingston.

10AM-12PM Senior Drama with Edith LeFever.

Comets of Woodstock focuses on improvisation, acting exercises, monologues & scenes. Interested seniors are welcome to sit in. Open to Woodstock residents 55 and older, $1 donation requested.

Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, Woodstock.

10 AM-11:30 AM Iyengar Yoga Level I with Barbara Boris. For all students new to Iyengar Yoga, taught by Woodstock’s only Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor. The basis of the method is taught in standing poses. $18. Info: 845-679-8700 or www.woodstockyogacenter.com. WoodstockYoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

11AM-6:45PM Shamanic Spirit Doctoring with shamanic healer Adam Kane. First Monday of every month at Mirabai. Call for appointment.

Info: 845-679-2100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $75 /1 hour.

11AM Tai Chi Class. Short Form with Ann Sherry . Ongoing, Mondays at 11am. Info: 845-3385580. Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen, free.

12PM Gyrokinesis. Info: 845-658-2239 or www.ulsterpilates.com. Ulster Pilates, 32 Broadway, Kingston.

12:15PM Rhinebeck Rotary Club Meeting.

Beekman Arms, Rhinebeck, 914-244-0333.

12:30PM-6:30PM Crystal Readings and Chakra Clearing Session with Mary Vukovic. Every Monday at Mirabai. Walk-ins welcome or call for appt. $30 for 25 minute reading. $50 for crystal reading and chakra clearing. Info: 845-679-2100.

Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

1PM Needlework Group. Comprised of knitters, crocheters, rug hookers, stitchers of all types. All skill levels are represented. Ongoing, Mondays at 1pm. Info: 845-338-5580. Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen, free.

1:30PM-3PM Collage Workshop: Psych-Collage.

An expression of the way you are feeling. Bring any cutout words or images that are meaningful to you. They will supply lots of paper for cutting and backgrounds as well as glue sticks and scissors. Reg reqr’d. Info:starrlibrary.org or 845-876-4030. Starr Library, 68 West Market St, Rhinebeck.

2PM-4PM Senior Art with Judith Boggess. In addition to instruction, art supplies and periodic group exhibitions, the class offers friendship and camaraderie. Open to Woodstock residents 55 and older for minimum contribution of $2.

Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

3PM-5PM Math Help with Phyllis Rosato. From kindergarten to calculus. Ongoing. Info: 845-6887811. Phoenicia Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia, free.

3:30PM Amateur Guitar Jam for Adults. Join local musician, Charles Seymour, who will be leading this casual gathering of acoustic musicians.

Playing and singing folk songs, and other styles, too.

Bring your own acoustic instruments. Ongoing, Mondays at 3:30pm. Info: 845-338-5580. Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen, free.

4:15PM-5:30PM Healthy Back Class w/ Anne Olin. Build strength and increase flexibility and range of motion with attention to your special needs. Class is on-going and meets on Mondays, 4:15-5:30pm. $12/class. 28 West Gym, Maverick Rd & Rt 28, Glenford.

4:30PM Free Fitness Class. Drop in for a workout on Mondays at 4:30 pm & Thursdays at 4pm. Class will be an aerobic warm-up followed by a combination of band and body work. Instructed by Connie Scuitto. Connie is an RN and certified Reiki Master.

Info: 845-246-4317 or saugertiespubliclibrary.org.

Saugerties Public Library, 91 Washington Ave, Saugerties, free.

5:15PM Pilates Springboard - Reformer Class.

A full body work out! Core stability and strengthening, full upper body and lower body program, classical and contemporary Pilates exercises. Info: 845-658-2239 or www.ulsterpilates.com. Ulster Pilates, 32 Broadway, Kingston.

5:30PM-7PM Kirtan Chanting with local rotating Kirtan Artists. Check Woodstock Yoga Facebook Page to see who is chanting this week! Free or by Donation. Info: 845-679-8700 or www.woodstockyogacenter.com. Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

6PM-8:30PM Instructed Proprioception Drawing Class. Mondays - 6/ 6 - 6/27. Alex Canelos of Sevenfold Studio introduces adult students to a unique approach to life drawing with hands-on instruction and guidance. Registration required.

Info: 845-255-1559. Unison Arts, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $130 /4 sessions, $35 /walk-in.

7PM UCJF Annual Meeting, Awards & Scholarship Presentations. There will also be election of officers and new board members followed by a dessert reception. The annual meeting is open to the public. Info: www.ucjf.org or 845-338-8131.

Congregation Ahavath Israel, 100 Lucas Ave, Kingston.

7:30PM Meditation: The Sunlight Path (6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27). The first 2 sessions are open to all, but the 3rd & 4th are open to those who attended the one of the first 2. Res reqr’d. Info: www.SriChinmoy.org or 845-797-1218. Woodstock Reformed Church, 16 Tinker St, Woodstock.

8PM Poetry Night w/ Pamela Twining. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Cafe @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

Tuesday

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Register Now! 2016 New Paltz Challenge Run. 6/19. A half-marathon, Family 5K, and/or kid’s 1-mile run. Proceeds will benefit the New Paltz Regional Chamber of Commerce and its community projects. Reg reqr’d for half-marathon. Info: www.newpaltzchallenge.com or 845-255-0243.

7:30AM Pilates Springboard - Reformer Class.

A full body work out! Core stability and strengthening, full upper body and lower body program, classical and contemporary Pilates exercises. Info: 845-658-2239 or www.ulsterpilates.com. Ulster Pilates, 32 Broadway, Kingston.

9AM-10AM Senior Dance Exercise with Inyo Charbonneau. The emphasis is on fun while benefiting from strengthening and aerobic exercise. Open to Woodstock residents 55 and older, $1 donation requested. Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Level I Yoga with Jory Serota. Taught in the Iyengar style, this class is for any students new to Iyengar Yoga. The basis of the method is taught in standing poses and other fundamental postures. $18. Info: 845-679-8700.

Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock. www.woodstockyogacenter.com 9:30AM The Saugerties Seniors Meeting. Settled and Serving in Place (SSIP)is a social self-help group for seniors who want to remain in their homes and community. Info at 845-246-3285.

The Village Diner, Main St, Saugerties.

9:30AM Serving and Staying in Place. SSIP/New Paltz. Regular Tuesday social breakfast meeting for seniors who want to remain in their own home and community. Info: 845-255-0609. Plaza Diner, New Paltz.

10AM-12PM Look Good Feel Better. A free program designed for women dealing with hair loss and skin changes from chemotherapy and radiation. You will learn specific techniques to help make the most of your appearance while undergoing treatment. Info:www.lookgoodfeelbetter. org. MidHudson Regional Hospital, Herb and Sue Ann Redl Center for Cancer Care, 19 Baker Ave, Poughkeepsie.

June 2, 2016

10AM-8PM The Kingston Library Annual Budget and Trustee Election. Kingston Library, 55 Franklin St, Kingston.

open to the public. Contact info: 845-658-8556 or www.skylake.shambhala.org. Sky Lake Meditation Center, 22 Hillcrest Ln, Rosendale, Free.

10AM The Country Scrappers & Stampers Meeting. Meets every Tuesday. Come for the whole day or drop by for an hour or two. New members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Call 845-744-3055 for more information. Walker Valley Schoolhouse, 1 Marl Rd, Walker Valley.

6:30PM Morton Book Club. The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd. Info: 845-876-2903.

Morton Memorial Library, 82 Kelly St, Rhinecliff.

10AM-11AM Gentle Yoga with Jess Lunt. Slowerpaced, simplified class using modified and supported poses to gently stretch and strengthen. Perfect for those wanting a gentle, relaxing experience. $8 donation requested. Info: 845-679-8700 or www. woodstockyogacenter.com.Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

10:30AM Together Tuesdays with Francesca for kids birth through preschool. Ongoing. Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia, free.

10:30AM Pilates Springboard - Reformer Class.

A full body work out! Core stability and strengthening, full upper body and lower body program, classical and contemporary Pilates exercises. Info: 845-658-2239 or www.ulsterpilates.com. Ulster Pilates, 32 Broadway, Kingston.

11:30AM-1PM Yin Yoga with Roxie Newberry.

A slow, steady class that stimulates connective tissues to make them healthier and stronger, at the same time cultivating equanimity, mindfulness and awareness. $18. Info: 845-679-8700 or www.woodstockyogacenter.com. Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

12PM-6PM Spirit Readings with psychic medium Adam Bernstein. First Tuesday of every month at Mirabai. Call for appointment. . Info: 845-6792100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $40 /half hour, $75 /1 hour.

12PM-1PM Restorative Nature Strolls. All sessions are held at easily accessible locations and offer 30-minute slow nature walks to simply enjoy restorative time in nature together. Call or text Esperanza, 516-578-2235, for cancellations and weather-related locationchanges. Gardens for Nutrition, 51 Huguenot St, New Paltz, free.

1PM-3PM Art Workshop with Susan Togut. 16 weeks of guided projects. Program runs on Tuesdays thru 6/14. Open to all Woodstock residents 55 and older for a voluntary materials fee. Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

1PM Esopus Artist Group. Whether you would like to use charcoal, watercolors, oil paint, acrylics, fingerpaint or pastels.whatever medium you prefer is what the artist group is about. Please bring your own supplies. Ongoing, Tuesdays at 1pm. Info: 845-338-5580. Town ofEsopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen, free.

1:30PM-3PM Israeli Folk Dancing. Join Josh Tabak in the joy of dancing to Israeli music.Steps will be taught at the beginner’s level and adjustedfor more advanced participants.No registration required. $10 suggested donation. Ongoing. Info: 845-255-1559. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz.

3PM Battle of the Books. The teen program will meet at 3 pm and the middle school program at 4pm on Tuesdays beginning May 31.Competitions on August 19 for teens and September 17 for middle-schoolers Info: 845-758-3241 or www. mhbattleofbooks.org. Red Hook Library, Red Hook.

4PM After-School Tweens. Ongoing. For ages 9-12. Event includes crafts, outdoor games, book discussions, movies, wii, and informal hangouts.

845-338-5580. Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Esopus, free.

5PM Barrett Salons on Tuesday Nights. Engaging conversations about art and creativity, process and product. Info: 845-471-2550. Barrett Art Center, 55 Noxon St, Poughkeepsie.

5:30PM Mid Hudson ADK: Poughkeepsie Evening Paddle. Leader: Dave Webber: webberd1@yahoo. com; 845-452-7238. Paddle for 1.5-2 hours, 4-6 miles at an easy pace. PFD required! Info: midhudsonadk.org. Waryas Park, Boat Launch, Poughkeepsie.

5:30PM Woodstock Ultimate Disc. Ongoing games - Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5:30pm; & Sundays at 3pm . A free, casual, co-ed pickup game.

See WoodstockUltimate.org for details. Athletic fields, 98 Comeau Dr, Woodstock.

6PM 4th Annual Ulster County Executive’s Arts Awards. 6pm: Cocktails and Silent Auction. 7pm: Seated Dessert and Awards Presentation. Info & tickets: Arts Mid-Hudson. Saugerties Performing Arts Factory, 169 Ulster Ave, Saugerties, $55.

6PM-8PM Elder Law and Estate Planning Workshop. This workshop is for those people interested to see what they will be facing in their later years, exactly what it means to probate a Will, what happens if you don’t have a Will. Saugerties Knights of Columbus, Saugerties.

6PM-8PM Kingston’s Meeting - End the New Jim Crow Action Network, a Hudson Valley network dedicated to fighting racist policies of racial profiling, police brutality and mass incarceration (the “new Jim Crow”). 475-8781 or www.enjan.org. New Progressive Baptist Church, 8 Hone St, Kingston.

6PM-7PM Weekly Sitting Meditation w/ walking meditation (instruction available). On-going Tues, 6-7pm. Free & open to the public. 658-8556 or www.skylake.shambhala.org. Sky Lake Meditation Center, 22 Hillcrest Ln, Rosendale.

6PM-7PM Vinyasa Community Yoga Class with Selena Reynolds. A fun and informative drop-in class, open to all levels. $8 donation requested. Info: 845-679-8700 or www.woodstockyogacenter.com.

Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

6PM-7PM Meditation Practice at Sky Lake Shambhala Retreat Center. Ongoing. Free and

6:30PM Better Sleep! “Part of the Free Spinal Health Workshop series led by Dr. David Lester.

Bring a friend and spend an engaging half-hour learning new ways to improve and enhance your health and quality of life Lester Chiropractic, 3 Paradies Ln, New Paltz, free.

7PM-8:30PM Singing Just for Fun! New Paltz Community Singers. Everyone welcome, everyone gets to choose songs. Going 20+ years. Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm. Info: genecotton@ gmail.com. Quaker Meeting House, 8 N. Manheim Blvd, New Paltz.

7PM Meet the Author of Change Your Life Through Writing. Guest Roger Lown is an author, writer and life coach. He believes that the simple act of writing can help us make our visions and dreams a reality. Info: 845-485-3445. Adriance Memorial Library, 93 Market St, Poughkeepsie.

7PM-10PM Jazz Jam. Every Tuesday, 7-10pm.

452-3232. The Derby, 96 Main St, Poughkeepsie.

7PM Big Joe Fitz and the Lo-Fis Blues and Dance Party with special guest Laurel Masse. Info: www. highfallscafe.com. High Falls Cafe, 12 Stone Dock Rd, High Falls.

7PM-8:30PM Weekly Opportunity Workshop .

Ongoing. Free to attend: learn how to help the environment, raise funds for non-profit organizations, and save money over time! Novella’s, 2 Terwilliger Ln (across from Super 8), New Paltz.

7PM-9PM Open Mic. On-going. Info:845-6795906 or jan@kagyu.org. Inquiring Minds Bookstore, 200 Main St, Saugerties, 845-246-5775.

7:30PM-9:30PM Adult Life Drawing. An opportunity for artists and students to work withexperienced models under controlled lighting. There is noinstruction. Poses: 1-30 minutes. Info: 845-2551559. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $15.

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Satsang / Meditation. A new offering at Woodstock Yoga Center, this hour is intended to celebrate 'satsang,' or being in the company of the truth by sitting together with fellow seekers. It will be a rotating agenda each week, including a period of meditation and the study of sacred texts. Check our Facebook page to see what's on for the week. Free or by Donation. Info: 845-679-8700. Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock. www.woodstockyogacenter.com.

7:30PM Life Drawing at Unison. On-going. Offering professional artists and students an opportunity to work with experienced models under controlled lighting. $15.Info: www.unisonarts.org or 845-255-1559. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz.

8PM Live Music. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Cafe @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

8PM Open Mic Nite. Join host Ben Rounds and take your shot at becoming the next Catskills Singing Sensation! No cover. Tuesday is also Burger Night at the Cat - only $8. Info: 688-2444 or www.emersonresort.com. Woodnotes Restaurant, Mt. Pleasant.

Wednesday

6/8

7:30AM Waterman Bird Club Field Trip: Harlem Valley Rail Trail. Call: Adrienne @ 845-264-2015 if you plan to attend. Web: www.watermanbirdclub. org Coleman Station Rd, parking lot, Millerton.

8AM-4PM HITS-on-the-Hudson III: June 8-12.

Info: HitsShows.com/visit-hits. HITS-on-theHudson, 454 Washington Ave Ext, Saugerties, free.

9AM-10AM Senior Kripalu Yoga with Susan Blacker. Gentle yoga class with each student encouraged to move and stretch at his or her own pace. Includes warmups, poses for strength and balance and breath work for relaxation. Open to Woodstock residents 55 and older, $1donation requested. Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

9:30AM-11AM Vinyasa Level I-II Yoga with Alison Sinatra. This vinyasa class is ideal for students transitioning from beginner to intermediate. Led by the amazing Alison, asanas are explored with increasing detail and a slower flowing sequence. $18. Info: 845-679-8700 orwww.woodstockyogacenter.com. Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

10:30AM-12:30PM Senior Writing Workshop Welcomes New Members. Led by Lew Gardner, writer, editor & instructor. Writers at all levels of experience, beginner to expert, are invited to join. Whether interested in non-fiction, short stories, plays, memoir, or poetry, writers age55 and above may join the group.

Info: 845-679-2880. Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

10:30AM-11:30AM Senior Strength Class with Linda Sirkin. Learn to use hand weights and stretch bands to improve muscle tone and protect bones. Open to all Woodstock residents 55 and older, $1 donation requested. Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

12PM-1PM Yoga Rolla with Terry Fister. A series of SOFT foam rolling exercises designed to address the excessive tension and soreness in connective tissues, which can inhibit proper alignment and performance of yoga postures. Ending with a vinyasa flow. $18. Info: 845-679-8700 or www. woodstockyogacenter.com. Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

12PM-3PM Lyme Wellness Workshop Series.

Newcomers & caregivers always welcome. www. lymewellnessseries.com. New Paltz Community

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asilica Hudson is all about cider and cheese as the nonprofit multidisciplinary arts center collaborates with Glynwood, an agricultural nonprofit organization based in Cold Spring, to present the inaugural Hudson Valley Cider & Cheese Tasting and Market on Saturday, June 4 from 1 to 4 p.m. Honoring the historical and agricultural spirit of the region, Basilica Hudson has expanded its programming to focus on the resurgence of agriculture and farming in the Hudson Valley.

Together with Talbott & Arding Cheese and Provisions on Warren Street in Hudson and Gaskins Restaurant of Germantown, event coordinators have invited the region’s hardworking farmers and producers of craft ciders and artisanal cheeses to present their best at this kickoff to Cider Week Hudson Valley, a multiday fest celebrating regional craft

An assortment of cheeses from Talbott & Arding Cheese and Provisions on Warren Street in Hudson

cider. New York cider producers and cheesemakers will offer samples and sell a variety of styles of hard cider and cheeses, proving once again that the region’s rich flavors and textures can be found in these

simple, traditional foodstuffs.

“As part of Glynwood’s mission, we work to foster distinctive foods that create opportunities for farming, and ultimately build a vibrant food culture

Center, 3 Veterans Ln, New Paltz.

48 Main St, Phoenicia.

12PM Rotary Club of Kingston Meeting. Fellowship, lunch, and an informative and interesting presentation from a guest speaker. Meets every Wed at 12noon. Web: www.kingstonnyrotary.org.

Christina’s Restaurant, 812 Ulster Ave, Kingston.

1:30PM-2:30PM Jukebox Jewels Singing Circle.

Wednesdays. Sing the most fun songs from a wide timespan! Open to all ages and free. Participants can request a song or bring a song, and be willing to join in with others. Reading music is not necessary. Info: 845-657-2482.Olive Free Library, 4033 Rt 28A, West Shokan.

12:30PM-1:30PM Plant Power: Free Herbal Wellness Series. Ashley Sapir - Herbal Approaches to Stress. The second Wednesday of every month a variety of topics will be taught including informational and workshop formats. New Paltz Community Center, 3 Veteran’s Dr, New Paltz.

1PM-4PM Mini Photo Safari Workshop. Info: 845-339-0046 or Kingston SCLC@ Gmail.com.

The Senior Computer Learning Center, 94 Mary’s Ave, Kingston, $20.

1PM The Sawkill Seniors Meeting. The meetings begin with a formal format, followed by a raffle, socializing & refreshments. There is also a card game for those who wish to participate. New members are welcome. Meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1pm. Info: 845-336-5164. Town of Kingston Town Hall, Kingston.

1PM Esopus Stitchers. Always wanted to try embroidery? Cross-stitch, needlepoint, surface embroidery, crewel. whatever! Bring your current project and come stitch with us! Ongoing, Wednesdays at 1pm. Info: 845-338-5580. Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen, free.

1PM-5:30PM Free Insurance Help with NYSOH Navigator Jennifer Galarza. Jennifer will be available to meet with you to register or change your health insurance and help with issues around reimbursements and plans. Please call her directly at 800-453-4666 to register a spot in advance.

Jennifer is fluent in Spanish. Phoenicia Library,

1:30PM Weekly Senior Citizen’s Bingo. Seniors 50 and older. Ongoing every Wednesday at 1:30pm & Friday at 7pm. Admission $1. 50/50 tickets available at 3 tickets/$2.Half-time complementary refreshments. Everyone welcome! Info: 845-6473902. Shawangunk Valley Senior Center, Southwyck Square, 70 Main St, Napanoch.

2PM-6PM Free Computer Help. Every Wed. Bring your laptop, personal device, or just use one of our 5 patron computers, to seek the help you need and get the questions answered that you just can’t quite figure out! Info: www.mountaintoplibrary.org.

Mountain Top Library, Tannersville.

2PM-3PM Senior Sing-Along with Nina Sheldon.

Gather around the keyboard and belt out your favorites from the 1920s, ’30s, ’40s & beyond, or just listen, or maybe dance. Open to all Woodstock residents 55 and older, $1 donation requested. Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

3PM The Chess Club for experienced adult players from 3-4:30pm; Beginners will meet 4:30-5:30pm. Info: 845-255-1255 or librarian@ gardinerlibrary.org. Gardiner Library, 133 Farmer’s Tnpk, Gardiner.

3PM-7PM Woodstock Farm Festival. Entertainment starts at 5pm. Jazz with the Brian Madden Neo Trio, featuring The Eclectic, Electric, Eccentric John Esposito at the keyboards and drums,

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that is closely tied to agriculture,” writes Sara Grady, vice president of programs at Glynwood. “Cider and cheese are a natural pairing, and a delicious representation of our region’s culinary landscape.” To ensure that farming thrives in the Hudson Valley, Glynwood trains farmers, empowers farm communities, promotes regional food production and fosters collaboration.

“Food and drink create identity and a sense of place – from the seeds that flourish in a given location to the terroir that impacts flavor to the personality and creativity of the people cooking and sharing at their tables. We believe that bringing together our artisan cidermakers and cheesemakers is a special opportunity to celebrate the unique food identity of the Hudson Valley,” says Emily Oberto, program coordinator at Glynwood.

Basilica Hudson is a vast, solar-powered, reclaimed 1880s industrial factory on the waterfront of the historic City of Hudson.

Its atmosphere is unique and conducive to merrymaking. Look for Talbot & Arding’s sandwiches and other light fare on sale to complement the cheese and hard cider samples. Gaskins will also be selling glasses of hard cider and soft drinks at the bar.

General admission costs $25 for ages 21 and up, $10 for youth aged 10 to 20; $35 and $15 tickets add access to the preview hour from 12 noon to 1 p.m. Kids under age 10 get in free.

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and Boss Bassist Rich Syracuse. Madden does the singing, saxing, and scatting. Info: 845-679-5345 orwoodstockfarmfestival.com/ Woodstock Farm Festival, 6 Maple Ln, Woodstock, free.

5:15PM Pilates Springboard - Reformer Class.

A full body work out! Core stability and strengthening, full upper body and lower body program, classical and contemporary Pilates exercises. Info: 845-658-2239 or www.ulsterpilates.com. Ulster Pilates, 32 Broadway, Kingston.

3:30PM Math Regents Prep. Every Wed. @ 3:30pm Certified Math Teacher - Don’t fail Algebra, Geometry, and Trig. Empowering Ellenville, 159 Canal St, Ellenville, 877-576-9931.

4PM-5PM LEGO Club - For kids of all ages. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Info: 845-757-3771 or www.tivolilibrary.org. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli.

4 PM -6 PM Homework Club at Woodstock Library. For 1st-6th graders. The Children’s Room becomes a study hall with snacks and homework help. This is a drop-off program. On Wednesdays.

Info: 845-679-2213. Woodstock Library, 5 Library Ln, Woodstock.

4:30PM-5:30PM Art Hour with Francesca: ages 3 to 103! Frannie will cook up something creative to do each week. She is known for her work with natural, found objects as well as jewelry.Ongoing.

Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia, free.

4:30PM-6PM Iyengar Yoga Level II with Barbara Boris. For advanced students who are well-practiced in Iyengar Yoga Level I. Taught by Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor Barbara Boris. $18. Info: 845-679-8700 or www.woodstockyogacenter.com.

Woodstock Yoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

5PM Juggling & Hula-Hooping. Join Bruce Engholm of the Mid-Hudson Juggling Club in learning or practicing your juggling or hulahooping abilities! Hoops and juggling props will be provided. Ongoing, Wednesdays at 5pm. Info: 845-338-5580. Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal

Hudson Valley Cider & Cheese Tasting & Market, Saturday, June 4, 1-4 p.m., $35/$25/$15/$10, Basilica Hudson, 110 South Front Street, Hudson; (518) 8221050, http://basilicahudson.org.

5:30PM Woodstock: Christian Centering Prayer and Meditation. On-going. Everyone welcome.

845-679-9534. First Churchof Christ, Scientist, 89 Tinker St, Woodstock.

5:30PM-6:30PM Battle of the Books Meeting.

Regular meeting. All members and potential members are asked to please attend. There will be snacks! Info: 845-757-3771 or www.tivolilibrary. org. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli.

6PM-9:30PM When is a Bicycle More Than Just a Bicycle? An evening of libations, conversation & gratitude as they raise money to buy bicycles* for 35 girls who have been rescued from sex trafficking and are currently living in a safe house in Laos. Silent auction. Cocktail attire suggested.

Info: robinhayes18@gmail.com. Gardiner Liquid Mercantile, 128 Main St, Gardiner, $50.

6PM-7:30PM Creative Seed Support Group. For artists to voice their works inprogress in a supportive environment. For Songwriters, Playwrights & Actors.

Held by Patrice Blue Maltas, Actress, Playwright, Musician and founder of Blue Healing Arts Center.

MeetsWednesday nights, 6-7:30pm. Info: Patricebluemaltas@gmail.com or www.bluehealing.co. Blue Healing Art Center, 107 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

6PM Teen Program. Talk and learn about 3d printing, anime, manga, robots, video game programming, animation and books. Ongoing, Wednesdays at 6pm. Info: 845-338-5580. Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen, free.

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6PM-8PM Catskill Ukulele Group. Wednesdays. A friendly group who welcomes all comers. If you do not have a ukulele but would like to participate, you can check one out from the library. Info: Meetup. com under the name Catskill Ukulele Group. Olive Free Library, 4033 Rt 28A, West Shokan.

6:15PM Pilates Springboard - Reformer Class.

A full body work out! Core stability and strengthening, full upper body and lower body program, classical and contemporary Pilates exercises. Info: 845-658-2239 or www.ulsterpilates.com. Ulster Pilates, 32 Broadway, Kingston.

6:15PM-8:15PM Woodstock Community Chorale.

Come join your friends and sing (mostly) 4 part harmonies. No audition - if you are a secret shower singer consider joining the fun. Info: 845-688-2169 Kleinert/James Gallery, Tinker St, Woodstock.

6:30PM-9:30PM Amateur Radio General Class License Upgrade Training. Free training – pay only for materials and the test fee. Instruction and examinations conducted by the Overlook Mountain Amateur Radio Club. Info:www.omarcclub.org.

Ulster Fire/Rescue Training Center, 259 Ulster Landing Rd,Kingston.Attend classes (June 8, June 15, June 22, June 29, July 6).Take the exam on July 9 at 9 am, $15. You will also need a copy of the textbook, “General Class 2015-2019” by Gordon West. The book is available from amazon.com and other online bookstores.Pre-registration is required. 845-687-9951 or ktilley@hvc.rr.com.

6:30PM-8PM Yin Yoga with Diane Davis. A slow, steady class that gently stimulates connective tissues to make them healthier and stronger, at the same time cultivating equanimity, mindfulness and awareness. $18. Info: 845-679-8700 or www. woodstockyogacenter.com. WoodstockYoga Center, 6 Deming St, Woodstock.

6:30PM Ulster County Photo Club. Photographers of all ages and skill levels are welcome to join this group. �Monthly meetings include presentations, member competitions, and the sharing of information.Ongoing, Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Info: 845-338-5580. Town of Esopus Library, Port Ewen.

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6:30PM-7:05AM Learn Remembrance. A very holy and deep form of prayer (with roots in the Old Testament”Remember my name in the night”) which connects you with the Divine within. All are welcome, RSVP please, Meetup.flowingspirit.com or 845-679- 8989.Flowing Spirit Healing, 33 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, free /donations welcomed.

7PM-9PM Tango Dance Lessons with Nina Jirka.

Argentine Tango. Basics for the first hour, followed byIntermediate Tango. No partners needed. Ongoing.

Info: 845-255-1559. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $10 /suggested donation.

7 PM The Rhinebeck Garden Club will host a program at the Rhinebeck Town Hall . Presenter: Amy Goldman, gardener, author, artist, philanthropist will talk about her new book, “Heirloom Harvest: Modern Daguerreotypes of Historic Garden Treasures”. She is considered one of the foremost plant conservationist in the United States. Books will be available for sale and signing.

Refreshments served. Prospective new members welcome. Contact Steven Mann, 845-876-6892.

7PM-11PM Rosendale Chess Club. Free admissionno dues. On-going every Wed, 7-11pm. Rosendale Cafe, Rosendale.

7PM Live @ The Falcon: Jazz Sessions at The Falcon Underground. Hosted by Doug Weiss (Jazz). Info: liveatthefalcon.com or 845-236-7970.

The Falcon, 1348 Rt 9W, Marlboro.

7PM-9PM Volleyball. A fun, pickup volleyball game, ongoing every Wednesday, 7-9pm. $6. For more information, 845-616-0710. Enter at the entrance on the left side, as you face the school from Lucas Ave. Rondout Municipal Center, 1915 Lucas Ave, Cottekill.

7PM Tango. On-going. Join Nina Jirka every

legal notices LEGAL NOTICE SECTION I ULSTER COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE STONE RIDGE, NEW YORK NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Board of Trustees of Ulster County Community College (in accordance with Section103 OF Article 5-A of the General Municipal Law) hereby invites the submission of sealed bids on PRINTING OF THE COLLEGE 2016 FALL SEMESTER PROFESSIONAL, CERTIFICATE AND BROCHURES and the COLLEGE 2017 SPRING SEMESTER PROFESSIONAL, CERTIFICATE AND COMMUNITY BROCHURES. Bids will be received until 11:00 a.m. on June 6, 2016 at the Office of the Vice President of Administrative Services, at which time and place all bids will be opened and read. Specifications and bid form may be obtained from the same office.

The Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject all bids. Any bid submitted will be binding for 30 days subsequent to the date of bid opening.

Dated Monday, May 23, 2016 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO RESPONDERS: Sealed proposals for RFP-UC2016-062 ULSTER COUNTY TOURISM ADVERTISING will be received on or before Friday, July 8, 2016 at 3:00 PM at the Ulster County Purchasing Department, 244 Fair Street, 3rd Floor, Kingston, NY. Specifications and conditions may be obtained at the above address or on our website at www.co.ulster. ny.us/purchasing.

Marc Rider, Ulster County Director of Purchasing

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FORSYTH NATURE CENTER’S 80TH BIRTHDAY PARTY

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re you 1? Are you 2?” And so goes the progression of birthday cheer; but you’ll have to count all the way to 80 to celebrate the Forsyth Nature Center! On Wednesday, June 8 at 6 p.m., all are welcome to sing “Happy Birthday” to this community treasure. Enjoy a cupcake, feed and visit your favorite animals, ask awesome park caretaker Mark DeDea your burning nature questions and spend a pleasant evening at the park. The Forsyth Nature Center is located at 157 Lucas Avenue in Kingston. For more information, call (845) 339-3053 or visit http://forsythnaturecenter. org or www.facebook.com/forsythnaturecenter.

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Wednesday night for tango. Tango basics will be taught from 7-8 pm and intermediate tango follows from 8-9 pm. A $10 donation is suggested. Info: www.unisonarts.org or 845-255-1559. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz.

7PM “Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism” Class.

On-going. Free 90-minute program includes 30 min of Quiet Sitting Meditation followed by 1 of 8 lectures on the history, practices & principles of the Karma Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. 8/ wk curriculum. Info:845-679-5906or jan@kagyu. org. Karma Triyana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock, free.

7PM-9PM Volleyball. A fun, pickup volleyball game. Enter at the entrance on the left side, as you face the school from Lucas Ave. $6. Info: 845-

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS: Sealed proposals will be received, publicly opened and read at the Ulster County Purchasing Department, 244 Fair Street, 3rd Floor, Kingston, NY on Thursday, June 23rd, 2016 at 3:00 PM for EMPLOYEE INFLUENZA VACCINE CLINIC # RFB-UC16-064. Specifications and conditions may be obtained at the above address or on our website at www.co.ulster.ny.us/purchasing.

Marc Rider, Ulster County Director of Purchasing LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS: Sealed proposals will be received, publicly opened and read at the Ulster County Purchasing Department, 244 Fair Street, 3rd Floor, Kingston, NY on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at 3:30 PM for HVAC EQUIPMENT FOR UCLEC DATA CENTER ROOM, BID # RFB-UC2016-148C. Specifications and conditions may be obtained at the above address or on our website at www. co.ulster.ny.us/purchasing.

Marc Rider, Ulster County Director of Purchasing LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ULSTER COUNTY 2016 ANNUAL AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT INCLUSIONS A public hearing will be held on Ulster County’s 2016 Annual Agricultural District Inclusion Program on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at 7:15 PM or as soon thereafter as the public may be heard, in the Legislative Chambers, Ulster County Office Building, 244 Fair St. Kingston, New York, 12402.

Annual Addition Process Pursuant to Section 303-b of NYS Agricul-

616-0710. Rondout Municipal Center, 1915 Lucas Ave, Cottekill.

7:15PM-8PM Silent Spiritual Practice. For people who would like to do spiritual practice together to increase the potency of the practice. For those who would like to learn Remembrance, come to a teaching at 6:30pm. All are welcome RSVP please, Meetup.flowingspirit.com or845-679- 8989.

Flowing Spirit Healing, 33 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, free /donations welcomed.

7:30PM-9PM First Community Meeting to discuss the future of Unison Arts Center. Info: 845-2551559. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz.

7:30PM The Poughkeepsie Newyorkers Barbershop Chorus. The Newyorkers Chorus is a male a

ture and Markets Law 25AA, the Ulster County Legislature is required to establish an annual 30 day Agricultural District enrollment period and to act on requests for inclusion of viable agricultural land within existing Certified Agricultural Districts.

Summary of Requests Requests from twelve applicants for inclusion to existing Certified Agricultural Districts were received during the enrollment period March 1 through March 30, 2016. These requests comprise 23 whole tax parcels totaling approximately 367 acres. These parcels are located in the towns of Esopus, Gardiner, Hurley, Marbletown, Saugerties, Rochester and Wawarsing.

Agricultural Farmland Protection Board Recommendations The Ulster County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board (AFPB) reviewed the applications as required under New York State Agriculture and Markets Law. The AFPB recommendations can be found at http://ulstercountyny.gov/planning/annual-agriculturaldistrict-inclusions.

Availability of Documents A description of the process, copies of the applications and the recommendations of the AFPB may be viewed in the County Planning Department office and on the County Planning Department website at http://ulstercountyny. gov/planning/annual-agricultural-district-inclusions.

Comment Submission Citizens are invited to comment on the requests as well as the recommendations of the Ulster County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board. Written comments will be accepted at the public hearing or by mail and email no later than 5:00 P.M. on June 21, 2016 and should be directed to: Victoria A. Fabella, Clerk

cappella group that sings in the uniquely American “Barbershop Style” of close four-part harmony.

Guests are always welcome. Sight-reading not required.Meets every Wednesdays at 7:30pm.

Info: wwwnewyorkerschorus.org. Crown Heights Clubhouse, 34 Nassau Rd, Poughkeepsie.

8PM Kurt Henry & Ron Renninger. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Cafe@ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

8:30PM-11PM Live at Catskill Mountain Pizza Company: Acoustic Jazz Trio with Syracuse/ Siegel Duo + Special Featured Guest. Featuring Bassist Rich Syracuse and drummer Jeff “Siege” Siegel. No cover or minimum! Info: 679-7969.

Catskill Mountain Pizza Company, 51 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

Ulster County Legislature 244 Fair Street PO Box 1800 Kingston, NY 12402email: vfab@co.ulster.ny.us The Ulster County Legislature is committed to making its Public Meetings accessible to individuals with disabilities. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation or assistance to participate in the Public Hearing or to obtain a copy of the transcript of the Public Hearing in an alternative format in accordance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Office of the Clerk of the Legislature at 340-3900.

Dated: June 2, 2016 Kingston, NY Victoria A. Fabella, Clerk Ulster County Legislature LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE TENTATIVE BUDGET OF THE ULSTER COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING SEPTEMBER 1, 2016 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Ulster County Legislature will meet at Ulster County Community College, College Lounge, Vanderlyn Hall, Stone Ridge, New York at 6:30 PM on Monday, June 13, 2016, for the purpose of holding a Public Hearing on the tentative budget of Ulster County Community College for the fiscal year commencing September 1, 2016.

Dated: June 2, 2016 Kingston, New York Victoria A. Fabella, Clerk Ulster County Legislature

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HOME ATTENDANT NEEDED FT/PT. Weekdays. $11.30/hour. Disabled 50-yr. old female looking for female home attendant to help w/basic needs. Reliable, caring + live within 30 minutes of Woodstock. Must have car. 845-684-5314. No calls before 9 a.m. or after 8 p.m.

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SUMMER JOBS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT! NYPIRG is hiring for an urgent campaign to fight climate change. Get paid to make a difference! $500-700/wk + benefits. F/T positions, EOE.

Call Sarah 845-243-3012 Drivers: CDL-A Local Hiring Event!

Home Daily! $1,500 Sign On Bonus! Great Pay & Excellent Benefit Package! 2 yrs Class-A experience apply & receive same day job offer! Saturday 6/11 8a-2p: 500 Neelytown Road, Montgomery, NY 12549.

Questions? Call AJ at Penske Logistics: 1-888-825-8652. Or apply at www.gopenske.com/careers, Job #: 1604687 Drivers: Get Home. No-Touch! Excellent Weekly Pay! Strong Family Benefits Package. Monthly Bonuses! CDL-A 1yr exp. 888406-9046 Paramedic, part-time. Woodstock Fire District, Woodstock, NY. Requirements: one year experience, Remac certified, some weekends reqd., $21.32/hour. For info., call 845-679-9955.

The Village of Saugerties is accepting Lifeguard Applications for the Village Beach and the Lions Club Wading Pool. Applicants must be 18 years of age, certified and able to work July 1st-September 2, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Applications are available at the Village of Saugerties Municipal Office, 43 Partition Street, Saugerties.

Handyman Needed in Ellenville. SAT or SUN. Private residence, must have experience w/reference. Must have a car & own tools. 845-647-6933 New Paltz: Office Help. Southside Terrace Apartments permanent part-time position.

Organized, detail-oriented, excellent com-

puter skills, telephone and patient communication skills. The right person should be a positive people-person. Misc. office duties. email Resumes to: npsummerliving@aol. com CARPENTERS & LABORER NEEDED FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME. Wage based on experience and performance. Must have own transportation and clean drivers license. Tobacco-free job sites. Kniffen Homes (845)255-7500.

Part/Full-Time: America’s Best Value InnNew Paltz, 7 Terwilliger Lane; We’re seeking someone that is dependable, reliable, hardworking, and that would like to become part of our Housekeeping Team that serves the tourists visiting our community. Experience is a plus but not necessary. All those interested must apply in person at our front desk and state salary desired.

We’re looking for someone to become a part of our Front Desk Team (full-time)! You must be dependable, reliable, honest, and hardworking. No experience is necessary but it’s certainly considered a plus. Hours are 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday through Monday. Applicants must be familiar w/Microsoft Windows and w/using email. If interested, please apply in person at Americas Best Value Inn, 7 Terwilliger Ln. New Paltz, NY 12561.

X-Ray Technologist. Private urgent care center in Highland seeking per diem/parttime licensed X-ray Technologist. Warm, professional, interpersonal skills a must.

Responsible for taking digital x-rays as well as medical technicians duties such as prepping patients for exams and procedures, vital signs, data entry, and office labs. Must be dependable team player and multi-tasker. No active students or new graduates. Contact Kim Doyle at 845-6913627, ext. 4.

LANDSCAPERS, GARDENERS WANTED. Experience necessary. Trustworthy, reliable, strong with endurance. Own transportation. Would primarily work in Woodstock area. Email experience to hire12498@ gmail.com or call 845-679-7377.

Full-Time Jeweler. Seeking a Bench Jeweler/Diamond Setter to become an integral part of our team! We are a fine designer jewelry studio represented online and through fine galleries across the country. We are a small team and this position would therefore also support other studio functions. If you have jewelry making education and experience and would like to learn diamond setting you are welcome to apply as well.

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Prospect must be eligible for bonding. Responsibilities include: maintaining financials, record keeping and bill pay for small non- profit, and maintenance of donor and donation records. We ask that anyone who is interested please send a resume to clintonavenueumc@yahoo.com

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DEAR BUSINESSMAN/WOMAN- We at Hardscrabble Flea Market & Swap Meet would like to congratulate you on being picked from over 100 businesses in your field. We believe we can help each otherWe have a swap meet every Sunday, 8 a.m.4 p.m. at Holy Cow Shopping Center, in addition to a flea market/garage sale. We find that when business people set up a table w/business cards & flyers or “show how to do” projects it will definitely increase your business (and mine). It’s a great way to introduce your business to new/old customers. And, if you have leftover merchandise you’d like to sell- this would be a perfect way to unload it. Please give John a call for more details- (845)758-1170. Spots are $12-$35.

Freihofer/Thomas Route for Independent Operator-Owner. Established route with rights to a geographic area in the Highland/ New Paltz vicinity, and 2013 Route Truck for sale for $140,000 with approximately $40K down. Financing available through Bimbo Bakeries USA. Annual sales of $355K-$365K with gross income of $68K$70K before expenses; Owner retiring. Visit www.bbuio.com for overview. Serious inquiries only Contact BobnJoanQ@gmail.com

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SENIOR CARE SERVICES. Private duty w/20 years experience. ALL SERVICES AVAILABLE including medication reminders. Available 24-7. 2 hour minimum visit.

Rate: $12 to $15 per hour. References.

CLEANING SPECIAL. 845-235-6701.

CERTIFIED AIDE LOOKING FOR PRIVATE CARE for elderly.

10 years experience. Live-in or hourly.

References available. Ulster County area.

(845)706-5133

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JUNE 16th - 19th, 2016. 6th ANNUAL MENLA SOUND HEALING RETREAT TRAINING. The world’s foremost experts in the art and science of Sound Healing will come together to immerse retreat participants in the sacred power of sound. With Diane Mandle, Tito La Rosa, Dr. John Beaulieu, and others. www.sageacademyofsoundenergy.com/faculty-classes--training. html; sagehealingcenter@gmail.com; 845679-5650

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LOOP-IN-LOOP CHAIN MAKING: Tuesdays; 10 a.m.-12 p.m., June 7-28.

RINGS: Tuesdays; 1-3 p.m. June 7-28.

YOUTH JEWELRY MAKING: (Ages 1417); Tuesdays; 6-8 p.m., June 7-28. BASIC JEWELRY MAKING 1: (For the Absolute Beginner); Wednesdays; 12-3 p.m., June 8-29, Thursdays; 6-9 p.m., June 9-30. BASICS FOR BEADERS: Wednesdays; 5-8 p.m., June 8-29. ALL OF THE ABOVE: No experience necessary. Good eyesight is! BASIC JEWELRY MAKING 2: Thursdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., June 9-30.

Experience: Basic 1 (sawing, drilling, fin-

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Search all the MLS properties in our region at www.WinMorrisonRealty.com The NY World’s Fair Was the same year this lovely home was built (cir. 1939) and in the last 30 years has been nicely maintained by the same owner. This adorable bungalow, located on 135 Route 32A in Saugerties, has 2 bedrooms E US-1PM and is close to skiing, shopping, restaurants, O H m HITS, festivals and everything Saugerties EN 11a has to offer! But wait, there’s more; it also OPnday 6/5 Su includes a 3 season enclosed front porch, and a large added-on family room at the back of the house leading to the back deck area.

The attic is finished with electric and a window which can be used as an additional room or ample storage space. The rear shed has an enclosed section with a garage door and an area for lawn equipment. The basement is large with a potential workshop......... $126,900 Call Laura Wagner (347) 385-1787. Directions: Fr NYS Thruway # 20: Rt 32 North for (+/-) 12 miles,Stay LEFT @ split by the Big Belly Deli onto Route 32A, drive approx.

1/2 mile, blue house on LEFT with sign.

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The opportunities for this home with UCE RED 2 bedrooms is excellent for adding extra square footage to fit your needs. The home sits on a parcel that is a rare find in an area that seldom offers such a prize. With 18.3 acres, a creek running through it fed by an artesian water source which runs year around (even in the driest seasons). This property borders over 1/4 mile of The Rail Trail and would be perfect for horse owners with Rail Trail access for hours of riding. The land is perfectly situated and with the right typography for building onto this home or to build the home of your dreams. Close to Kingston, Rosendale and all that the area has to offer. The land has shale, sand and small smooth rocks perfect for building roads and foundations. Call George Graham..................... $695,000

Herman’s Hermits Peter Noone, the lead singer was born the same year this amazing water-front home was erected (cir.

1947). Perched on the banks of the Esopus Creek in the quaint Village of Saugerties, this 2 bedroom, Ranch style home was completely renovated in 2010. Inside you will find; a custom kitchen with cherry cabinets, granite counters and stainless appliances, the living room shines with a wall of quality Anderson windows to take in all the views and activity on the water, the flooring is mostly Oak hard wood and ceramic tile. The fully renovated bath has a large walk-in shower with multiple shower heads and unique tile finishes, and the attic is accessible from pull down stairs. Enjoy direct Hudson River access, a boat launch, new bulk-head and VIEWS!! Within walking distance to town. Call Greg Berardi! .................. $277,500

There were four million people in the Colonies and we had Jefferson, Paine and Franklin. Now we have 319 million and we have Trump and Clinton. About the only thing I can draw from this is that Darwin was totally wrong. When it comes to buying a house, however, look for the words Value AssuredTM or POWERHOUSETM on the listing.

When you see these words you know that great care has been taken when this property was listed. You can rest easy knowing that there are some things that do evolve, like properly priced homes in very good Wi nM or ris condition! on

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Log Haven RED BAM! Privacy galore!!! Tucked UCE D 20 away and hiding is a wonK! derful log home on 23.7 acres, with ample decking and a lot of land to enjoy the peaceful evenings, family gatherings, or wild parties.

Out of sight is a deteriorated cottage in the woods. Down the road is an uninhabitable mobile home with well, septic and electric. No neighbors “in sight”; you will love it. The log home sits high and dry. The living room and dining area have modified cathedral ceilings. There is a section of the basement where a garage door can go. There’s 310 square feet of deck, 110 square feet of covered porch, and 23.7 acres!! Call Joanne Cobey for details. Only 4.2 miles from the Village of Saugerties. ................. $269,900 THE MOST FUN PAGE ON FACEBOOK

Kingston 845.339.1144 / Woodstock 845.679.2929 & 845.679.9444 / Saugerties 845.246.3300

HURLEY This Property Has It All!

STRIKING VIEWS AND VISTAS IN NEW PALTZ

Watch the sunsets and the fireworks from this spacious 3000+ sq. ft. ranch. Wide open spaces with gorgeous mountain views let you breathe and unwind with plenty of room for the family to come together or retreat to their own room or niche. Opportunity abounds for those seeking to work from home or for those with a need for a separate accessory apartment.

Enjoy the wildlife in the 5+ acres that shield your privacy. Come spread out and relax! Priced to sell at .................................... $425,000

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INDEPENDENT STUDY: Thursdays, 2-5 p.m., June 9-30. Experience: Basic skills including soldering. For info on tuition & fees please call (845)901-2806. Hudson Valley SILVERWORKS, 77 Cornell Street, Suite #211, Kingston.

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THE BLOOMINGTON FIRE COMPANY invites you to Come Enjoy the Day as we celebrate 75 years of dedicated volunteer service to the community.

Sunday, 6/5 at Bloomington Fire House , Rt. 32 & Taylor Street, Bloomington, 1-5 p.m. Games, Music, Food, Raffles & more fun activities to enjoy including The Jaws of Life by members of the fire company. FREE ADMISSION. Any questions contact 845-338-2794, leave message.

NICKEL SOCIAL. Bloomington Fire Department, Rt. 32 & Taylor Street. **ALL NEW ITEMS** Saturday, 6/4 .

Doors open at 6 p.m. & Drawing begins at 7:30 p.m. 50/50 Raffle & refreshments available. Hosted by The Bloomington Ladies Auxiliary. For more information call 845-338-2794.

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STU’S CAR SERVICE. Whose car determines the pay. Always ready to get you there. Doesn’t matter when or where. I drive the miles your way with smiles. Airport transportation starting at $50. Cell- 845-649-5350; stu@hvc. rr.com Look for me on Facebook.

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Casting for Short Film. Casting Call for a Columbia University Student Short Film.

Looking for four roles to fill- Male (35-50), Female (30-45), Girl (8-12), Girl (6-8). The film will shoot in Saugerties during July 21st to July 25th. People with no acting experience are encouraged to apply. We are looking to cast from residents of Hudson Valley.

Auditions will be held in Saugerties next week (June 7th and 8th). Please email a picture to Ashish Pant at ap3420@columbia. edu if you are interested in auditioning.

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Open House! Experience a Brand New Zero Net Energy Home in the Village of New Paltz! See what the buzz is about! Learn how you can live in a state of the art home w/NO ENERGY BILLS! Saturday June 4, 12-3 p.m. at 3 Taylor Street. Directions: 32 North, Bonticou View, Cooper, Taylor. Follow signs. Wendie Reid Realty: 845-2555634 OPEN HOUSE JUNE 4, 12-4 p.m. at 65 Fieldstone Road, West Hurley. Follow signs.

Spacious extended raised ranch. 3000 sq.ft.

5-bedrooms w/in-law apartment.

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BEAUTIFUL LAKE GEORGE SUMMER HOME, located on the north end of the Lake, 66 plus feet of Lake Front comes with this home. Watch the sun set from your ex-

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/ Phoenicia 845.688.2929 / Olive 845.657.4240 / Commercial 845.339.9999

Shop is 13'4"H w/half bath, work bench, shelves, power for welding & a 12’x12’ garage door. House above w/3-bedrooms, 1 bath & attic. Vaulted ceiling in LR & large deck. Entire building can be heated w/oil or wood. Set on private, wooded 2.26 acres w/small pond. Large barn; 30x56, 1680 sq.ft., 4 bays w/two 14’H doors & two 12’H doors & loft above. Wood shed; 12x12, 144 sq.ft. w/large door. Local attractions include I-87, Rondout Harbor, Woodstock, Belleayre Mtn. Ski area, Ashokan Reservoir with fishing, hunting & walkway.

FOR SALE BY OWNER | $225,000 | 845-338-8938 pansive deck which encompasses 2/3 of this home. Three bedrooms, living room, dining area, kitchen and full bath. 3 sliding glass doors looking directly to the lake. Basement for storage, all on 6/10 of an acre. As a bonus there is a commercial dock for your boat and others. Please call for more information and price 845-691-2770.

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WOODSTOCK AREA Froners Road 19 ACRES w/stream, outcrop BOH approved lot. Site cleared.

Tennis Court nearby. Asking $99,000.

WOODSTOCK CONTEMPORARY Privately sited well off of Cooper Lake Road, 3 beds, 2 baths, hot tub

Now only $449,000

Call Dan Winn, Assoc. Broker

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Office Space/ Commercial Rentals

Halter Associates Realty, Inc. 3257 route 212 woodstock, ny 845-679-2010 www.halterassociatesrealty.com ULSTER COUNTY MORTGAGE RATES Mid-Hudson Valley FCU 800-451-8373 30 Yr Fixed 15 Yr Fixed 10 Yr Adj

3.62 2.87 3.12

Phone: 845-339-2075. e-mail: betsyko@aol.com

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3.65 2.93 3.34

If interested in displaying rates call 973-951-5170.

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Copyright, 2015. CMI, Inc.

WATERFRONT LAKE HOUSE in scenic Vermont. Turn-key; $200K. Call 518-3556092.

Ashokan Reservoir Area: Handyman Special!. 25-year old double-wide on full foundation. Well, septic, 2.75 acres. $69,900.

Email: johnnyevp@gmail.com Woodstock: 7 acre Private Retreat. Log Home on dead-end rd., 2-bdrm, 1 bath, huge living room, basement 90% finished.

Amazing wildlife. $289,000. Taylored Real Estate 845-679-0636.

SINGLE ROOM OFFICE; $425/month OR 2 ROOM OFFICE; $625/month for rent near SUNY. Suitable for therapist or other professional. 1-year lease. All utilities included. Ample parking. 845-255-0574; 917774-6151.

Professional Office Space in the beautiful Stone Ridge Healing Arts building in the thriving hamlet of Stone Ridge, NY. Spacious 235 sq.ft. first floor office has an entire wall of windows and shares a tastefully furnished waiting room w/one other practitioner. Utilities, wi-fi, cleaning, kitchen use, and visibility via website and Facebook page included. $1100/ month. Please call 845-687-7589.

Professional Space: $475/month. Quiet office in serene village location. Healing arts building located near SUNY & downtown business district. Off-street parking and utilities included. Todd (917)9913165.

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MODERN STUDIO RENTAL CARRIAGE HOUSE on the HUDSON RIVER

A WEALTH OF EXPERIENCE!

If peace and tranquility are what you are looking for... this may be PERFECT for YOU! 280°of Hudson River views, wrap around balconies; private deck, designer bath and kitchen.

Savvy buyers & sellers know that ONLY Westwood Metes & Bounds offers a 35+ year tradition of recognized success in Ulster County Real Estate.

With deep roots in the communities we serve and live in, we provide a uniquely informed perspective on the important aspects affecting your most important investment. With a Westwood professional on your team, you can trust your success to ours. It works!

Magnificent sunrises and sunsets, grape arbors and award winning gardens. If the sound of migrating geese and eagles flying is too great a distraction... this is NOT for you!

Private dock w/ available slip.

Located at end of cul de sac.

On a private peninsula between Ulster and Greene.

Not suitable for young ones.

$1850 per month plus utilities; Contact Alan Kessler @ 310-866-6625 Large successful store, 885 Square Feet.

Spacious and newly renovated, in a historic building in Woodstock Center. Plenty of foot traffic and automobile traffic. $2680/month includes all utilities, AC, and off-street parking for owner. 2+ years Lease for approved person. 845-679-5659.

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EFFICIENCY: UTILITIES INCLUDED. No pets. Country setting. Quiet. Available now. 5 miles from New Paltz. Call 845-8830072.

HIGHLAND: APARTMENT #3; BEAUTIFUL 1-BEDROOM airy spacious apartment. Skylight in LR, balcony off LR, large kitchen, many closets, serene surroundings. $900/month. Call (570)296-6185.

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Milton/Marlboro Rentals

Marlboro; mountain views, COZY 1-BEDROOM Country Cottage. No dogs. No Smokers. References. Trash pick-up. Individual or couple preferred. Heat included. $985/month. 845-795-5778, leave message.

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Student housing- 3-BR left in 6BR house share. 1.5 miles from campus, steps from bus route. $550-$575/room/month includes all. Furnished LR and kitchen, 2 baths, screened porch, off-street parking.

Email: dietzrentals@hvc.rr.com for pics and more info.

4-BEDROOM HOUSE FOR RENT. 2 baths, large family room, fully carpeted, modern house, spotless, private country setting. 3 miles from New Paltz. $1800/month plus utilities. No pets. Employment verification.

References, security required. 845-255-8610.

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PONDSIDE PERFECTION - 16 ACRE sanctuary w/ ¾ acre spring-fed POND, encloses this cedar & stone sided country contempo. It’s the perfect retreat! The sunwashed open plan features walls of windows, 2 cozy wood-burners, pine & slate floors, main level MBR + 2 more BRs up, 2 full baths, open kitchen w/ SS appliances & granite counters, vaulted & beamed ceilings, den/home office, wrap decking, patios, gardens & dipping pool, too! ........................... $500,000

WOODSTOCK SPLASH! - Beat the heat in the refreshing IG lap POOL just out back! Enjoy the quiet 2+ acre setting of this easy living 2700 SF one-level home offering 4 BRs including 2 ensuites, 3 full baths, vaulted living room w/ cozy fireplace, den/library w/ built-ins, updated kitchen w/ an “Arts&Crafts” flair, formal DR, breezy screen porch, patio, deck for summer BBQ, wood & ceramic floors, det. 3 car garage. VACATION AT HOME! ............ $469,000

Year round and other lease terms to suit your needs available!

We have, studios, one & two bedroom apartments, includes heat & hot water. (furniture packages available) Free use of the: Recreation Room, Pool, New Fitness Center & much more!

“Now accepting credit cards! Move in & pay your security and deposit with your credit or debit card with no additional fees!”

Call 845-255-7205 for more information SOUTHSIDE TERRACE APARTMENTS offers semester leases for Fall 2016 and short-term for the Summer! Furnished studios, one & two bedrooms, includes heat & hot water. Recreation facilities. Walking distance to campus and town. 845-255-7205.

NICE UNFURNISHED ROOMS; Starting at $480/month. Excellent location. Close to SUNY college. All utilities included. Call 845-419-2568, leave message.

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HURLEY COLONIAL - First offering! Hurry to see this one-owner custom built classic Colonial on just under 1 pretty acre just minutes to historic uptown Kingston. There’s room for everyone in 2600+ SF featuring 4 generous bedrooms incl. ensuite MBR, 2.5 baths, living & formal dining rooms w/ gleaming oak floors, 21’ family/media room with brick fireplace, EI country style kitchen, finished lower level w/ rec room & workshop. NICE! ..............$329,900

RUSTIC GEM - This true log home on 2.8 rural acres, perfectly blends rustic post & beam detail with stylish modern décor and amenities! Super comfortable design features cathedral beamed Great Room with cozy gas fireplace, wide board pine floors, open kitchen with honed granite counters, main level ensuite MBR + 2 BRs and loft den/office upstairs, 2.5 baths, “rocking chair” porch, deck & patio invite outdoor relaxation. HURRY! ........................... $299,000

www.westwoodrealty.com New Paltz 255-9400

West Hurley 679-7321

Kingston 340-1920

Woodstock 679-0006

Standard text messaging rates may apply to mobile text codes

Stone Ridge 687-0232

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Apartments & Bedrooms Available. $575-$650 per person plus utilities. Call for details 914-466-6781.

ROOM FOR RENT 3 blocks from college. Furnished. All utilities plus internet included. Share kitchen & bathroom. No smokers/pets. Summer: $450/month. After 8/15/2016; $500/month w/1 academic year lease. 1 month security. Female preferred.

References. Call both: 845-255-6467, 212826-3587.

STUDENTS: ROOMS AVAILABLE. Close to SUNY, New Paltz. Newly renovated, clean, large kitchen, appliances, WiFi/computer access/TV, plenty of parking. $550/ month/room, electric & heat included. First, last & security required. Available now. 845705-2430.

ROOM FOR RENT. Can be used as residential or an office. $550/month plus security. Utilities included. Walking distance to everything. (845)664-0493.

2-BEDROOM APARTMENT, second floor.

Wood floors, newly renovated, tin ceiling in kitchen, full bath. $1000/month plus all utilities. NO DOGS. No indoor smoking. 5 minutes by car outside village. Please call 845-255-5355.

ADORABLE STUDIO APARTMENT, New Paltz Village. Immaculate. French doors, balcony, Murphy bed, clawfoot tub. 1 indoor cat permitted. $975/month. Heat, hot water included. First, last, security, 1-year minimum lease. 914-819-2348.

BEAUTIFUL 3-BEDROOM, 2 Bath Village of New Paltz APARTMENT. EIK, Living Room, Deck, W/D. Quiet Street. Share Utilities, Share Garage. $1650/month. 1st. Mo., Last Mo. + 1 Mo. Security. Available 7/1. Call Jeff 914-456-5040.

Country House for academic year. Charming, historic country house, 3.5 miles to campus. Great for students. 4 bedrooms (large to small), 1.5 baths. Private, beautiful 3 acres with pond. Central heat, AC. $1500 plus util. August 20-June 1. Take a look! 343 Old Kingston Road, New Paltz. Call or text Ross for appt: 201-988-4293.

SINGLE BEDROOM in 1870s BARN. Big stained glass windows, wood floors, half bath. $950/month includes everything.

Available 7/1. 5 minutes by car outside village. No dogs or indoor smoking. Garden & laundry available. Please call 845-2555355.

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Kerhonkson: 2-Bedroom House; $1500/ month. 3 Room Apartment; $750/month.

Studio; $650/month. All plus utilities.

Lease and references. First, last and security. 973-493-7809 or 914-466-0911.

Made you look.

Our newspapers and websites reach over 50,000 readers a week. Go to 845-334-8200 or ulsterpublishing.com to advertise.

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Kingston/ Hurley/Port Ewen Rentals

EFFICIENCY, Kingston Uptown. On bus route, walk to Stockade area, shopping, conveniences. No smoking or pets.

Heat & hot water provided. Call 845-3384574.

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VILLAGE OF SAUGERTIES DUPLEX, 3-bedrooms, 1.5 baths, living room, kitchen, dining room. Washer/dryer hook-up. Walk to Main Street & schools. Limited off-street parking. $1200/month plus utilities. References, security, 1 year lease. 845-339-9401, leave message.

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Woodstock/West Hurley Rentals

Woodstock/Lake Hill; Sunny, private Room in restored colonial inn near Cooper Lake. Available weekly or monthly. Huge equipped kitchen, wonderful piano, stone fireplace, cats, porches, gardens, NYC bus. $525/month. homestayny@msn.com; 845679-2564.

ROOM FOR RENT in private house on 5 acres surrounded by State Land. Ohayo Mountain/Woodstock. Furnished or not.

Free WiFi. $500/month including utilities.

1st month plus Security. 845-810-0121.

Woodstock: Lovely 1-BR in quiet, small apartment complex, beautiful grounds. Immaculately maintained! Hardwood floors, newly painted. 16 min. walk to village of Woodstock. $885/month includes all utilities. NO smoking. NO pets. References.

(845)679-9717.

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WILLOW- QUIET CABIN & outbuildings on 4 acres by stream. June through November or longer. $950/month plus utilities.

Plenty of artist studio space. Beautiful spot.

Prime walking on Sickler Rd. Call Fred or Carol (302)542-0528.

Sunny 2BR Cape, Phoenicia. First floor open plan including office. 1.5 Bath. Sky Lights. Large Back Yard. On Route 28. W/D, Dishwasher. Furnished (Optional). $1300 + Utilities. Available July 1. Call 845-6883215.

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Artists’ House in secluded setting in the woods on open meadow. 2 miles from Woodstock Center. 2-bedrooms, 2 baths.

212-255-6397 or 845-679-2951

Charming Woodstock style studio in the woods. Summer rental. Sleeps four. Deck, porch. Near Woodstock. $950/month includes utilities. Security & references required. Call 845-657-6303.

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GLENFORD/WOODSTOCK. Summer rental- furnished 1-bedroom apartment, quiet, private, secluded. Conveniently located. Full kitchen, king-size bed, LR couch/ double bed, W/D, firepit, BBQ, cable & WiFi. Call to view online. $3100/month.

845-853-9096.

Furnished 3-BEDROOM, 1.5 bath FARMHOUSE. 10 acres. Greene County. LR w/FP, kitchen, studio, deck, stone patios, yard surrounded by meadows, woods. Near Thruway exit 21b, Hudson- 15 min., Kingston, Albany 1/2 hr., NYC- 2 hrs. Hudson River, Catskills, Berkshires nearby. $6000 + utilities, security, references up front. 845-5948277.

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Rentals to Share

Highland Share. 3 miles from NP 1/2 mile from RT 299. 2 rooms- 1 bathroom $700 or $400 each per month. 2 rooms,living room bathroom $850/month.Utilities, parking included, share kitchen. Call 845-216-1265

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Artists’ STUDIO/SHED on skids. Modern, custom-made. You finish inside. 22’ long, 11’ wide, 10’ high. Skylight, large oversized sliding glass doors. New roof. Materials cost $15,000, selling for $9,800. 203246-5711.

EXERCISE EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: Leg curl & leg extension w/weight stack, Smith Machine, Hip Sled, Universal adductor/ abductor machine. Please call George at (845)255-8352.

cartridges. Goes up to 2800 DPI. Printer is FREE but buyer must purchase my leftover new cartridges for $225. 1 mat black, 2 light light black, 2 light black, 1 light magenta, 1 magenta, 1 cyan, 1 light cyan. $55 each new. $25 each. Alan Carey Tel: 845-679-2800 Cell: 845-750-1541.

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Tree Services

HAVE A DEAD TREE..... CALL ME! Dietz Tree Service Inc. Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding. Seasoned Firewood for Sale. (845)255-7259. Residential, Municipalities.

FULLY INSURED

LAWLESS TREE SERVICE

CERTIFIED ARBORIST • CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES

STUMP GRINDING

ALLEN LAWLESS • 845-247-2838 SAUGERTIES, CELL.: 845-399-9659 NEW YORK

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Firewood for Sale

HAVE A DEAD TREE..... CALL ME! Dietz Tree Service Inc. Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding. Seasoned Firewood for Sale. (845)255-7259. Residential, Municipalities.

ULSTER FOREST PRODUCTS, INC. Log Length- Cut & Split Firewood.

Top quality wood at reasonable prices.

914-388-9607 Getwood123@gmail.com We accept cash, checks, & credit cards.

www.getwood123.com You will not be disappointed!!

MEDIUM OAK HARDWOOD DINING TABLE; 72x48 wide w/2-self storing 20” leaves & lion claw feet & 6 Windsor chairs2 Captain, 4 regular. Call (845)255-8352.

620

Cedar Ridge Nursery - Saugerties. Annuals, Perennials & Hanging Baskets. Vegetable plants for your garden including heirloom tomatoes. Many pepper varieties (sweet to super-hot!) Open Thursdays–Sundays. www.CedarRidgeNursery/facebook. com (hours & directions)

OLD FURNITURE, CROCKS, JUGS, paintings, frames, postcards, glasswares, sporting items, urns, fountain pens, lamps, dolls, pocket knives, military items, bronzes, jewelry, sterling, old toys, old paper, old boxes, old advertisements, vintage clothing, anything old. Home contents purchased, (select items or entire estates purchased.)

CASH PAID 657-6252

PROPANE HEATER, MODINE PD50.

50,000 BTU. Ideal for garage, workspace, greenhouse, animal housing, etc. Approx.

17X20X14 inches. $325 or best offer. 845616-0710.

Epson Stylus Pro 3800. Photo quality printer. 17” wide. Printer has one blocked jet, which is repairable. Uses 3 black & 5 color

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BOTTOM LINE... I pay the HIGHEST PRICES for old furniture, ANTIQUES of every description. Paintings, lamps, rugs, porcelain, bronzes, silver, etc. One item to entire contents. House calls & free appraisals. Richard Miller Antiques (Est. 1972).

(845)389-7286.

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VILLAGE GREEN REALTY $65,000; 1200 ft2 - Ranch, 10 min. from Hunter (Palenville); Large 2-bedroom, 1 bathroom ranch, 2-car garage with fire place. In need of roof and interior work.

Solid structure, water, heating system and electric are good. 10 minutes from Hunter Mountain and Windham ski resorts. Huge backyard and patio for entertaining and relaxing after skiing. 5.5 acres. Bordering the Kaaterskill Creek, overlooking a working farm and beautiful mountain views.

Owner Motivated! Bring offers! House is being sold as is. Cash buyers only.

Call (845)401-6637 or e-mail: watswill8@aol.com CASH PAID. Estate contents- attic, cellar, garage clean-outs. Used cars, junk cars, scrap metal. Anything of value. (845)2460214.

Used Books Wanted. Barner Books of New Paltz buys quality used and rare books and related goods. Bring them to the shop (3 Church St) or email/call for an in-home appointment (845-255-2635). barnerbooks@ gmail.com

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Musician Connections

Seeking Musicians for NEW ORLEANS JAZZ BAND. Looking for piano, acoustic guitar (or banjo), trombone and trumpet (cornet) to play in a band to feature traditional jazz music of the 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s-30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Charts available but need not be a reader. CatskillHudson area. Contact Dave at 518-9439870.

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Antiques & Collectibles

WANTED-TOP DOLLARS PAID! We Buy Entire Estates or Single Items.

Actively Seeking Gold and Silver of any kind, Sterling, Flatware & Jewelry.

Furniture, Antiques through Mid-Century.

We Gladly do House Calls. Free Appraisals.

We also do Estate/Tag Sales.

35 years experience. One Call Does It All. Call or text anytime 24/7.

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Free books to good readers. Saturday June 4th: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 443 Crescent Avenue, Highland 12528. No early birds please!

AAAAmazing and beautiful tag sale Antiques, collectibles, jewelry, useful stuff too. Country to mid-century modern. No kids stuff.

Sat. 6/4, 9-2, rain or shine.

1067 Wittenberg Rd. (at Abbey Rd).

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Amazing Yard Sale: Top Quality sailing, navigation items, art, clothing, photo, fishing, collectibles, household and more priced to sell! Saturday, June 4th, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 5 Calvin Blvd., New Paltz, off Mountain Rest Road.

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Counseling Services

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LAURIE OLIVER.... SPIRITUAL COUNSELING. Give the gift of wellness. Make positive changes in your life through hypnosis. Smoking cessation * pain management * stress relief * past life regressions. Certified Hypnotist by NGH. Intuitive, sensitive guidance. Spirit communicator. Specializing in dealing with grief, stress, relationship issues, questions about your life past & current lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s path. Call Laurie Oliver at (845)679-2243. Laur50@aol.com

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Spots start at $12 to $35 Weather Permitting

Handmade Wood Chip Roses, Whole Sale and Retail 10'x20' â&#x20AC;&#x201C; $20 PER DAY

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Cleaning Services

HOUSECLEANING: REASONABLE RATES. Reliable & Trustworthy. Excellent references. 7 days/week. Call Bridget (845)399-4786.

ULSTER WINDOW CLEANING CO. **Estate, **Residential. **Free Estimates, Fully Insured.

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COUNTRY CLEANERS Homes & Offices â&#x20AC;˘ Insured & Bonded

Excellent references.

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Caretaking/Home Management

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Painting/Odd Jobs

Set up Three weeks in a row and get the Fourth week FREE! *pay week by week

MAN WITH A VAN MOVING & DELIVERY SERVICE. 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; trucks, 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; van. Reliable, insured, NYS DOT 32476. 8 Enterprise Road, New Paltz, NY. Please call Dave at 255-6347.

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HB Painting & Construction INC. *Painting: Interior/Exterior, Pressure-Washing, Staining, Glazing... *Construction: Home Renovations, Additions, Bathrooms, Kitchen, Doors, Windows, Decks, Roofs, Gutters, Tile, Hardwood Floors (New-Refinish), Sheetrock, Tape. Snowplowing. Call 845616-9832.

YOU CALL I HAUL. Attic, basements, garages cleaned out. Junk, debris, removed.

20% discount for seniors and disabled.

Gary (845)247-7365 or www.garyshauling.com are playing at 4 South Chestnut Street New Paltz on Show starts at https:// www.facebook.com/theotherbrothers4

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Plumbing, Heating, AC & Electric

5x10 $40 10x15 $90

Art Services

OIL PAINTING RESTORATION. Cleaned, relined, retouched, refinished. Also frames & wood sculptures repaired. Call Carol (845)687-7813.

HANDYALL SERVICES: *Carpentry, *Plumbing, *Electrical, *Painting, *Excavating & Grading. 5 ton dump trailer. Trees cut, Yards cleaned & mowed. Snow Removal.

Call Dave (845)514-6503- mobile.

Ask About Our Long Term Storage Discount

CERTIFIED AIDE LOOKING FOR PRIVATE CARE for elderly. 10 years experience. Live-in or hourly. References available. Ulster County area. (845)706-5133.

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outs. Second home caretaking. All small/ medium jobs considered. Versatile, trustworthy, creative, thrifty. References. Ken Fix It. 845-616-7999.

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Technical Support for Home, Office Computers & Technology. Do you need help with your computer? Technical Support for home or office, Wired/Wireless Networking support & installations. Call On-Call Technology Solutions today at (845)399-6566 or website at www.octsny.com

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Custom Work & Specialty Repairs

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HUDSON VALLEY FLEA MARKET ARKE COMMUNITY SALE Saturday, 6/4, 8 a.m. sharp rp Located at the NEW Rt. 32 Antique Emporium, Saugerties 3080 Rt. 32 North, approx. 2 miles north of Johnny Gâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Diner.

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HANDYMAN, HOME REPAIR, Carpentry, Remodels, Installations, Roofing, Painting, Mechanical repairs, etc. Large and small jobs. Reasonable rates. Free estimates.

References available. (845)616-7470.

D AND S IMPROVEMENTS: Home improvement, repair and maintenance, from the smallest repairs to large renovations.

Over 50 years of combined experience. Fully insured. www.dandsimprovements.com (845)339-3017

HNI Builders Professional Craftsmanship for all phases of construction

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Fully Insured, Confidentiality Assured. MargotMolnar.com; Masters Psychology, former CEO, Certified Hospice Volunteer. margotmolnar1@gmail.com (845)679-6242.

Gary Buckendorf Painting: Interior - Exterior Plastering, Taping, Structolite Wall coverings, Color Matching Many references in Catskill area and Manhattan garybuckendorf@gmail.com

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WINECOFF QUALITY CONTRACTING, INC. New Construction, Additions, Renovations. Decks, Kitchens, Bathrooms, All types of Flooring, Tile Work.

Demolition, $99 Dump Runs, Rotten Wood Repairs. Stefan Winecoff, 845389-2549. SPRING BATHROOM & DECK SPECIALS! All credit/debit cards accepted.

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STONEHENGE: STONE WALLS, PATIOS, walks, fences, decks, gates, gazebos, additions, ornamental pools, stone veneer, masonry needs. Tim Dunton (845)339-0545.

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Handling All your Landscaping Needs While Staying Environmentally Friendly! Quiet, Clean, No Noise, No Fumes. Senior & Veteran Discounts.

Free Estimates & Consultation.

Call Dylan Walsh 845-616-1853.

STONE WALL RESTORATIONS; Thoughtful, innovative & resourceful approaches. Kevin Towle (914)906-8791.

PREMIUM BLACK TOPSOIL. Screened and mixed w/organic manure. Special garden mix, organic compost, stone, sand, fill and other products available. Lab tested w/ results provided upon request. NYS, DOT & DEP approved. Excellent quality. Any quantity. Loaded or delivered. 33+ years of service. 845-389-6989, Bobby.

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Spirituality

Laurie Oliver â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Spiritual Counseling GIVE THE GIFT OF WELLNESS Make positive changes in your life through hypnosis.

Smoking cessation â&#x20AC;˘ pain management stress relief â&#x20AC;˘ past life regressions.

Intuitive, Sensitive Guidance Spirit Communicator

(845) 679-2243 â&#x20AC;˘ laur50@aol.com

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Adoptions

Gay married couple with deep local roots LOOKING TO ADOPT. Stable, fun and loving family. Expenses paid. BabyMakesThreeNYC.com or call 800-779-1275.

Benjamin Watson, Owner Phone: (845) 389-3028

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& friendly cat or kitten companion for a lifetime.

High Falls/Accord area.

(845)687-4983 or visit our cats at www. projectcat.org

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Animals

Want to help but canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t adopt a cat? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget about our Foster Program! Visit our website UCSPCA.org, for details & pictures of cats to foster. Come see us & all of our other friends at the Ulster County SPCA, 20 Wiedy Road, Kingston (just off the traffic circle). Open 6 days a week, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (Closed on Mondays.) (845)331-5377.

DIANAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FANCY FLEA MARKET: Nice Items Needed For Next Sale! Call Diana 626-0221. To BeneďŹ t Dianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CAT Shelter in Accord.

LOST- BLIND CAT; Last seen May 8 in Olivebridge. MABEL is a small gray & white 8-year old cat w/bright green eyes. Although she has a chip, the chip may have still have the original caregiverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 818 (California) phone number. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very affectionate, our best friend and family member. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen Mabel or have any information about her, please call or text Lauren at (646)3004271 or email at lbelfer@gmail.com FOR ADOPTION: BEAUTIFUL ORANGE CAT Elsa is a 1.5 year old copper eyed orange cat. Elsa was a wonderful mother to 6 kittens.

Now sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to be the only companion animal in a loving home. Elsa has been spayed, is litter pan trained and up to date w/vaccinations. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to know more about Elsa, please call or text (917)282-2018 or email DRJLPK@aol.com

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Pet Care

PROJECT CAT is a non-profit cat RESCUE & SHELTER. Please help get cat off the streets & into homes. Adopt a healthy

THE HUDSON VALLEY DOG COMMUNICATOR Pet Communicator With Dog Training Experience

Cary Dickey

carydickey@gmail.com | 973-534.0936 WOULD YOU LIKE AN OUTDOOR CAT? Do you have a barn, garage, shed or outbuilding? Would you like to consider having feral cats? You can help cats in need who will help keep your barn, etc. free of rodents. The cats will be neutered/ spayed and up to date w/shots. Please call the Woodstock Feral Cat Project at (917)282-2018 or e-mail: DRJLPK@aol. com

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Vehicles Wanted

CASH PAID FOR USED cars & trucks regardless of condition. Junk cars removed.

Call 246-0214. DMV 7107350.

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Vehicles

2000-2006 SUBARUS HONDAS, TOYOTAS. 2001 Honda CRV; 52K miles, 2006 Subaru Forester, 96K miles, 2004 Subaru Impreza. For pictures, prices & other info go to: www.hvmotorcars.com or call 845-5515523.

Hundreds of things to do every week throughout the Hudson Valley

petâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reward..... VETERINARY HOUSE CALLS. Dr. B. MacMULLEN. (845)3392516. Serving Ulster County for 10+ years. Very Reasonable Rates, Multiple Pet Discount... Compassionate, Professional, Courteous. *Pet Exams, *Vaccines, *Blood Work, *Lyme Testing, *Flea & Tick Prevention, *Rx Diet, *Euthanasia at home.

...in all seasons.

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Boats/ Recreational Vehicles

14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Sloop Day Sailor w/Trailer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sail Star Meteorâ&#x20AC;? Fiberglass hull, marconi rigged sloop w/main sail and jib of dacron, 121 sq.ft. area. SS fittings-aluminum mast and boom, swing pivoted metal centerboard and kick-up rudder. Ideal for shallow waters. Very stable. Electric motor and marine battery included. $1500. Pic on craigslist; wfc89-5532438370@sale. craigslist.org Call 845-339-2726.

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