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Art auction to beneďŹ t O+ Festival this Saturday at Outdated in Kingston It seems that everyone in the Hudson Valley now knows about – and adores – Kingston’s annual O+ Festival each autumn, which connects those of an artistic bent with health and wellness providers and a great sense of overall overflow for the greater community in the form of concerts, exhibits, wellness offerings and a whole host of other happenings. But hey, such things take money to sustain; volunteerism can only go so far to cover the costs of organization and marketing and all that results from the combination.

This Saturday, March 21, Uptown Kingston’s inimitable hipster hangout Outdated: An Antique CafĂŠ will be hosting a one-time-only “Art for Art’s Sakeâ€? live auction of artworks and vintage art at 6:30 p.m. to benefit the

O+ Festival. Expect tons of great locally made treasures, including Matt Pleva and Chris Gonyea works, original paintings by Giselle Potter and O+ director Joe Concra and, well, enough stuff to warrant a full website catalogue and special auction preview party on Friday night, March 20.

This can’t be missed, both for the deals and the cause. – Paul Smart O+ Festival benefit auction, Saturday, March 21, 6:30 p.m., preview party, Friday, March 20, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Outdated, 314 Wall Street, Kingston; (845) 331-0030, www.opositivefestival.org, www.auctionzip.com/listings/2372246.html, www.facebook.com/ events/426443120841550.

Dr. Simon Gilhooley lectures on Constitution at SUNY-Ulster With all the combatitive talk about our Constitution’s framers and what

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they may have been thinking, this Tuesday’s lecture on “Finding the Framers: Making Sense of the Constitution after Ratification� at SUNY-Ulster will be positively refreshing. Bard College assistant professor of Political Studies Dr. Simon Gilhooley, educated at the University of Edinburgh, the University of London and Cornell University, will be speaking as a guest of the SUNY-Ulster Institute for Constitutional Studies on a subject that he has spent a lifetime studying. “Hey,� you can hear some radio voices ranting, “the dude’s not really American and doesn’t know what a Framer was thinking as well as some Southern-bred former businessman.� Ah, but then Dr. Gilhooley’s work and voluminous research have been supported by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, the Library Company of Philadelphia and the McNeill Center for Early American Studies. And he’s of the same nationality as the Framers actually were. Should be an interesting

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evening. – Paul Smart Institute for Constitutional Studies lecture: “Finding the Framers: Making Sense of the Constitution after Ratification,� Dr. Simon Gilhooley, Tuesday, March 24, 7 p.m., free, College Lounge, Vanderlyn Building, SUNY-Ulster, 491 Cottekill Road, Stone Ridge; (845) 6875262, www.sunyulster.edu.

Live readings to mark Conjunctions’ silver anniversary Twenty-five years ago, Bard College started its own literary magazine, Conjunctions. From the start, it was known for its lively mix of fiction and nonfiction, poetry and newer works not yet definable, as well as the quality of the writers who utilized it to try new things, safe in their knowledge of the magazine’s fine editing and sense of perspective. Founded by

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And it never allowed its 300-page editions to be branded of a certain sort, choosing to redefine itself consistently via the talents of those whom it included and with whom it worked. It’s writing, in other words.

Ne x t T h u r s d ay, Ma r c h 2 6 , Conjunctions starts a year celebrating its quarter-century survival and flourishing with a special anniversary reading, to include Bard faculty members Caponegro, Lauterbach, Gaiman, Benjamin Hale, Robert Kelly, Francine Prose and editor Morrow. It’s a literary event not to be missed, as well as the start of a host of other happenings to include an evenbigger event in the Spiegeltent this summer. – Paul Smart Conjunctions 25th anniversary reading, Thursday, March 26, 7 p.m., Olin Hall, Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson; (845) 758-7054, www.conjunctions.com.

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Festival of Dance at UPAC This Saturday, March 21, the Ulster Ballet Company puts on its 32nd annual Festival of Dance: a true potpourri of talents and styles, from the balletlike and narrative to more modern movements and even bits of tap and other partner-dancing tropes. Among the faves are Ellen Sinopoli’s troupe, Silver Screen Ballroom (formerly Ballroom Dancing for Tough Guys) and Syncopated City Dancers; new this year will be edgier New York City-based dancers, an all-woman troupe and more ballet than has been previously seen. It all takes place at the Ulster Performing Arts Center (UPAC) in Midtown Kingston. – Paul Smart

Often, the filmed theater that we get to see in local cinemas is Britishborn-and-bred. Not so with the next Sunday performance taking place at the Rosendale Theatre, where last year’s classic Broadway production of John Steinbeck’s great Of Mice and Men starring James Franco and Chris O’Dowd plays in the Tony-nominated National Theatre Live screening. – Paul Smart National Theatre Live presents Of Mice and Men, Sunday, March 22, 3 p.m., Rosendale Theatre, 508 Main Street, Rosendale; www.rosendaletheatre.org.

Ulster Ballet’s Festival of Dance, Saturday, March 21, 8 p.m., $22/$18/$15, UPAC, 601 Broadway, Kingston; (845) 339-6088, www.ulsterballet.org.

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mong the many pearls of wisdom to be gleaned from the country blues is the observation that “You don’t miss your water ’til your well runs dry.” Audiences lucky enough to discover David Bromberg back in the ’70s and get spoiled by his constant touring learned the truth of that lyric when, in 1980, the virtuoso multi-instrumentalist hit the burnout point and left the live performing scene, literally for decades. He put out an occasional LP and sat in for sideman spots for musical friends now and then, but dedicated most of his time to learning the art of violinmaking and raising a couple of kids in Chicago.

But as you’ll know if you caught Beth Kruvant’s documentary about him, David Bromberg: Unsung Treasure, at the 2012 Woodstock Film Festival, in 2002 the stellar picker of all things stringed relocated to Wilmington, Delaware to open a violin shop. He got involved with saving and restoring a historic opera house that became a keystone in the revitalization of the city’s blighted downtown, started sitting in on local jam sessions and was eventually coaxed out of retirement. To the delight of many, Bromberg is back on the road again, performing live and recording. He’ll be making a local stop at the Bearsville Theater this Sunday, and it’s not to be missed.

It was an old Woodstock-based crony, Larry Campbell, who lured Bromberg to the Levon Helm Studios two years ago to record his latest LP, Only Slightly Mad, in which, according to the press release, “fans will find blues, bluegrass, gospel, folk, Irish fiddle tunes, pop and English drinking songs happily coexisting as they can only on a Bromberg album.” That’s underestimating the versatility of this performer, in my humble opinion: There’s

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no one like David Bromberg to make a guitar sing, talk, moan, howl or growl, squawk, coo, whine, rattle or purr.

A Rolling Stone review of the new album crowned Bromberg “the Godfather of Americana,” and Jerry Jeff Walker has called him “the reason man created stringed instruments.” The guy can play the downest-and-dirtiest Chicago blues you ever heard with a raunchy horn section belting behind him, a slow, lonesome starlit cowboy ballad or a lightning-fast Irish-by-way-of-Appalachia reel. And he’s every bit as adept on the fiddle, mandolin and Dobro as he is on guitar.

That’s not even to mention Bromberg’s unerring radar for songs that showcase his trademark nasal voice and sly, selfdeprecating sense of humor. (It was “Send Me to the ’Lectric Chair” that first reeled me in, on Wanted: Dead or Alive back in 1974.) His articulation is impeccable and his string-bending soulful, his flabbergasting technique never running

roughshod over the feeling inherent in a great tune.

It’s so great to have him back performing again, and hopefully we have all learned our lesson from his long absence that it’s unwise to miss any opportunity to catch Bromberg live. Fine as his studio albums may be, he’s a consummate showman who sparkles most brightly onstage, where his lively wit and obvious love for jamming with respected sidemen can find free rein. At a David Bromberg concert, a good time is absolutely guaranteed.

The iteration of the David Bromberg Band currently touring includes Mark Cosgrove on guitar and mandolin, Robert

“Butch” Amoit on bass, Nate Grower on fiddle, guitar and mandolin and Josh Kanusky on drums. So you can expect a lot of switching off on instruments and more of an emphasis on the country blues/bluegrass/ gospel/Western swing spectrum of what Bromberg plays than on the Chicago blues/ragtime/ Dixieland/ klezmer stuff that comes to the fore when he’s traveling with his brass-laden Big Band.

It’s all good, anyhow you slice it.

Tickets to the David Bromberg Band at the Bearsville Theater on March 22 at 8 p.m. go for $45, $55 and $70. To order, call (845) 679-4406 or visit http:// bearsvilletheater.com.

It was Larry Campbell who lured Bromberg to the Levon Helm Studios to record

SUNY ULSTER SPECIAL EVENTS Larry Berk Arts & Cultural Programs World Music & Dance Performance Friday, March 20, 7:00 p.m.

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Janaki Patrik Kathak Ensemble & Friends Janaki Patrik, Artistic Director Lecture & Demonstration Thursday, March 12, 1:15 - 2:15 p.m.

College Lounge Artistic Director, Janaki Patrik, unravels her creative process for the classical Indian dances her Kathak Ensemble will perform on March 20th.

For more Information call (845) 687-5262 www.sunyulster.edu

Lightning-fast footwork accented by hundreds of ankle bells, multiple pirouettes, and stories told in body and facial mime are featured in this program by the Kathak Ensemble.

Filling the stage with jingling ankle bells, colorful costumes, and exotic rhythms and melodies, the Kathak dancers are joined by the Hudson Valley’s popular Vanaver Caravan Youth Company in this celebration of spring.

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First fiddle Vassar hosts 43 rd Hudson Valley Philharmonic String Competition this weekend

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side from its five-and-a-half-decade track record of bringing sumptuous orchestral music to our region, the Hudson Valley Philharmonic (HVP) has also distinguished itself as the sponsor of an annual String Competition that has been going on for 43 years. Among its past winners have been violinists Ani Kavafian, Adela Pena and Judith Ingolfsson, violist Marcus Thompson and cellist Fred Sherry.

All three elimination rounds in the HVP String Competition, held at Skinner Hall on the Vassar College campus in Poughkeepsie, are open to the public at no charge, and it’s an exciting opportunity to catch the classical music stars of tomorrow at a point where their careers are just taking off. With about 30 entrants – among them Isabela Quines, who grew up in Poughkeepsie – the first round takes place this Saturday, March 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. The semifinal round winnows down the field on Sunday, March 22 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, and the shortlisted hopefuls return to square off in the finals at 3 p.m. that same day.

The 2015 First Prize winner will receive $3,000 and a solo performance with the HVP during its 2015/16 season. This year’s panel of judges consists of cellist Sophie Shao of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, violinist and New York University professor Stephanie Chase and violinist and longtime HVP concertmaster Carole Cowan. For more information, call the Bardavon box office at  (845) 473-2072 or visit www.bardavon.org. – Frances Marion Platt Hudson Valley Philharmonic String Competition first round, Saturday, March 21, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., semifinals, Sunday, March 22,10 a.m.-12 noon, finals, 3 p.m., free, Skinner Hall, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Avenue; www.bardavon.org.

– Frances Marion Platt David Bromberg Band, Sunday, March 22, 8 p.m., $70/$55/$45, Bearsville Theater, 291 Tinker Street, Woodstock; (845) 679-4406, http://bearsvilletheater.com.

Big Boss Sausage plays Rosendale CafĂŠ on Saturday

The freewheeling, irreverent and unpredictable roots/rock band Big Boss Sausage performs at the Rosendale CafĂŠ on Saturday, March 21 at 8 p.m. The band recently played seven shows in four days at the Saranac Lake 2015 Winter Carnival in the Adirondacks. “We are super-excited to rock without our mittens and long johns,â€? says guitarist and singer Mingo Lodge.

The Rosendale CafÊ is located at 434 Main Street in Rosendale. Admission to the show costs $10, but Mingo Lodge claims that the joy you will receive is worth a mountain of gold. For more information, call (845) 658-9048 or visit www.

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Classical guitar & romantic song at Rhinecliff library The Mid-Hudson Classical Guitar Society presents “Heartstrings: Songs of Love, Longing and Loss� on Sunday, March 22 at 3 p.m. in the Morton Memorial Library and Community House in Rhinecliff. This concert features soprano Katherine Johnson and guitarist Richard Udell performing a program of works by Paisiello, Schubert, Brahms, Granados and Britten.

Johnson has been heard at some of the finest opera houses of the world, including the Metropolitan Opera, L’OpÊra de Nice, L’OpÊra de QuÊbec and Canterbury Opera in New Zealand. A favorite at the MidHudson Classical Guitar Society, Udell studied classical and flamenco guitar with Dennis Koster in New York and Benito Palacios in California, where he performed with the Yorgo Grecia Flamenco troupe and with Ester Moreno. Throughout the 1990s he worked with the flamenco

Violist Isabela Quines, one of the talented musicians entered in this year’s HVP String Competiton, grew up in Poughkeepsie.

dancer Mariquita Flores.

Admission costs $10. The Morton Memorial Library and Community House is located at 82 Kelly Street in Rhinecliff.

For more information, visit www.mhcgs. blogspot.com.

FDR Library to present Jeff Haynes & co. in Pete Seeger: The Storm King When the esteemed percussionist and producer Jeff Haynes recorded the late Pete Seeger in Haynes’s Beacon home/studio, the American legend shared stories and reflections of his remarkable life and encounters.

After Seeger’s death, Haynes began to conceive of a way to share Seeger’s motherlode of intimate personal and cultural narratives with a wider audience, culminating in Pete Seeger: The Storm King, an audiovisual presentation of Pete Seeger’s spoken words – in his own recorded voice – set to live music and video. The performers, including Haynes, Richie Stearns, Sara Milonovich, Sean Harkness and Timothy Hill, will draw from traditions as diverse as African music, blues, blue-

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grass, classical guitar, folk, jazz and Native American music.

Pete Seeger: The Storm King will be presented on Saturday, March 28 at 4 p.m. in the Henry A. Wallace Center at the FDR Presidential Library and Home in Hyde Park. This is a free public event, but registration is required. Call (845) 486-7745 to register. The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum is located at 4079 Albany Post Road in Hyde Park.

Kathak Ensemble performs Indian dance at SUNY-Ulster Founder and artistic director of the New York City-based classical Indian dance company the Kathak Ensemble & Friends, Janaki Patrik is also SUNY-Ulster’s spring visiting artist.

Patrik will lead the Kathak Ensemble, joined by the Vanaver Caravan Youth Company, in a celebration of the return of spring on March 20 at 7 p.m. in the Quimby Theater on the Stone Ridge campus of SUNY-Ulster.

The Kathak Ensemble’s spring dance narrative begins in a forest near the Taj

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Mahal, where Krishna and his village friends join in the great circle dance of life. Continuing their travels from Mughal Lucknow to elegant Viennese courts, the Kathak Ensemble dances to the Allegro of Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony. The Vanaver Caravan Youth Company joins the Kathak dancers as they continue on to Rajasthan and create a clamor of jingling bells and clicking sticks in the folkdance Dandiya Raas. The journey ends on a Bollywood film set.

The Northern Indian classical Kathak and folkdance performance is part of

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ingstonCitizens.org recognizes World Water Day with a celebration of arts and culture featuring two multi-generational legends in drummer Jack DeJohnette and bassist Larry Grenadier. The event will include water advocate guest speakers and a special presentation of prayers and traditional dance and song from local Native American communities.

In his 50-year career, DeJohnette has worked with Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Bill Evans, Sonny Rollins, Thelonious Monk and virtually everyone else. Grenadier has worked with Pat Metheny, Chris Potter, Kurt Rosenwinkel and many others. He is best-known as a fixture in Brad Mehldau’s trio.

Admission to the event is free, though a $10 recommended cover will be accepted at the door. Proceeds after expenses will be used to support a new KingstonCitizens.org mentorship program that provides opportunities for young activists to work with professionals in the environmental field.

The World Water Day celebration takes place on Sunday, March 22 from 5 to 8 p.m. at BSP in Kingston. BSP is located at 323 Wall Street.

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Steve Gorn Artist in Residence Luminous Ragas: Indian Classical Music

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by Samir Chatterjee on tabla to perform ragas from the Hindustani classical music tradition, as well as folk melodies from North India. This music is passed through generations, from master to disciple, as a living oral tradition.

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Happen� with musical, spoken-word and comedy performances by Alix Dobkin, Nedra Johnson, Julie Novak and the Ditto Duo: Cyndy DiBeneditto and Michele DeDominicis.

From 1908, the Women’s Social and Political Union used the color scheme of purple, white and gold to symbolize the plight of the suffragettes. Purple symbolized justice and dignity: two values strongly associated with women’s equality. The three colors were used for banners, flags, rosettes and badges to show solidarity.

Paint it Purple happens on Saturday, March 21 at 7 p.m. at Apuzzo Hall at the Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center, located at 300 Wall Street in Kingston. Tickets cost $15 general admission, $10 for seniors and students.

For more information visit http:// lgbtqcenter.org or call (845) 331-5300.

Bardavon screens A Hard Day’s Night on Friday Has there ever been a rock ‘n’ roll movie that feels as eternally young and cheeky as Richard Lester’s first outing with the Beatles, A Hard Day’s Night? It’s funny, hip, timeless and yet very much of its time, as good a document and facsimile of Beatlemania as one can get – and surprisingly great with kid audiences, as well as their grandparents.

Of course, the movie stars John, Paul, George and Ringo. Need last names? Skip it if you do...or look it up on Wikipedia.

There will be a pre-movie concert on the Wurlitzer Organ. – Paul Smart A Hard Day’s Night, Friday, March 20, 7 p.m., $6, Bardavon, 35 Market Street, Poughkeepsie; (845) 473-2072, www. bardavon.org.

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Concerto Concert Tuesday, March 24, 7:30 p.m.

Quimby Theater An evening of concerto performances by invited guests accompanied by our outstanding Wind and String Ensembles.

For more information call 845-688-1589 www.sunyulster.edu

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Traveling coach Live-action Cinderella remake is long on garish color, short on magic

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t is a truth universally acknowledged that young girls in the modern Western world go through a phase of wanting desperately to be Disney princesses – to the consternation of feminists everywhere. In an effort, presumably, to rehabilitate their ever-growing princess population as role models for the women of tomorrow, the Disney Studios have lately been churning out live remakes of their classic animated films of yesteryear, with new scripts that liberate their heroines somewhat from the tiresome business of being rescued over and over by handsome princes, or at least give them a few more proactive things to do.

Politically, that seems hopeful, and I keep waiting for these live-action fairytale flicks to get as good as the deep Disney coffers have the potential to make them be. But I keep on being disappointed.

I should have learned from Maleficent not to get my hopes too high over the new Cinderella, but the best that I can say is that it’s not nearly as godawful as Maleficent was.

For all their retro gender roles (and, in the case of a few like Peter Pan, truly appalling ethnic stereotyping), the old Disney animated films wielded undeniable magic. And magic is exactly what’s missing from Cinderella redux.

Oh, it has magical transformations a p l e n t y, and they’re fun to watch: a monstrous pumpkin with wickedly whipping vines turning into a glittering coach resembling a FabergÊ egg on wheels; mice turning into white horses with great flapping mouse-ears; a lizard-turnedcoachman zapping out his tongue to catch a passing fly. But it’s the magic of CGI effects, not the magic of evocative storytelling that taps the deep veins of beauty and terror that underlie fairy tales and make them eternally resonant.

What this Cinderella most resembles is an attempt to make real life look like animation. Everything from sets to props to costumes comes off as cartoony and exaggerated. The scenery and buildings are as frothy as a Viennese pastry, but without the irony of The Grand Budapest Hotel. Presumably since Disney has “already done� Mad King Ludwig’s Bavarian mountain redoubt in the animated version, the prince’s castle looks more like the Louvre gone fractal.

CGI-rendered aerial views of the kingdom boast altogether too many meringuetopped alpine crags and magnificent ships under full sail for a healthy low-calorie diet.

Unfortunately, such visual excess is to a large extent also true of the performances.

This gives a powerfully gifted actress like Cate Blanchett a chance to have a bit of fun gnashing her teeth and vamping about in absurdly anachronistic

Ella is played by Downton Abbey’s Lily James

1930s-Hollywood-style gowns as the heroine’s poisonously greedy stepmother, Lady Tremaine. But the two wicked stepsisters, played by Holliday Grainger and Sophie McShera and clad in garishly hued, furbelow-studded dresses that look like a bridesmaid’s worst nightmare, just seem one-dimensionally silly. They barely stop bickering long enough to torment poor Ella properly.

Nonetheless, Ella (Downton Abbey’s Lily James) does more than her share of suffering patiently in between acting cheerful and compassionate to animals, and occasionally breaking down into histrionics that would be easier to sit through were they not accompanied by the swelling strings of Patrick Doyle’s horrible, bathosladen score. When she isn’t being called upon to do a hand-to-brow Sarah Bernhardt turn, James delivers up a creditable job in the title role – though the transition from several totally blonde younger actresses in her childhood scenes to a grown woman whose eyebrows have inexplicably turned black with puberty while the rest of her hair remains flaxenpale is indeed distractingly odd. And I couldn’t help noticing that Ella’s one blue dress that she wears day after day never seems to get dirty, in spite of her scrubbing floors and sleeping next to the hearth. These are the sorts of trivial details that should not become bothersome, and signs that a movie is failing in its mission when they do.

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The true cognitive dissonance in watching this gooey confection of a movie is the realization that another serious Shakespearean, Kenneth Branagh, directed it.

Stark, the briefly reigning King in the North and casualty of the Red Wedding on HBO’s Game of Thrones – fares a bit better as the charming prince nicknamed Kit. He carries off even the most ridiculous courtly costumes with aplomb and modest grace, and looks convincingly smitten in his meet-cute mid-forest run-in with the mysterious feisty lass who forbids him to slay that imposing stag that he’s hunting (one of Ella’s many animal friends, natch).

The preteen audiences at whom this movie is primarily aimed won’t have a clue who Madden is, since one would hope that their parents don’t let them watch Game of Thrones, so the marketing thinking here seems obscure. But there’s no denying that he and James have palpable chemistry and dance delightfully together (in fact, they’re slated to play Romeo and Juliet on the London stage in the near future), and young wannabe princesses will swoon over the prince’s China-blue eyes and matching cravat.

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STAGE The Frisbee of hardwon wisdom Joe Donahue interviews Abigail Thomas about new memoir at Woodstock Writers’ Festival

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on’t be misled by the title of Abigail Thomas’ newest memoir, What Comes Next and How to Like It. This is not your typical “how-to” book. You won’t learn how to plan for the next five years, nor will you be given tips on how to keep the friends you’ve already won and influence your adult children now that they are real people. For sure, you won’t come away with much in the way of dog-training wisdom. But you will know this: Life can be endured, day by day, and joy can be found in every other moment.

“Nothing is wasted when you are a writer.”

Her story is not unlike that of many people, full of kids and grandkids, smoking and drinking, illness and death and great joy celebrated over the small things: naps, blue eyeshadow, macaroni-and-cheese, fond memories. In baring her own fallibilities so eloquently, so generously, we learn that perfection is not the goal. Even the most admirable among us, the ones who have succeeded somehow – published novels, gained notoriety, maybe made lots of money – harbor insecurities and lean on our addictions. No matter; Thomas leads us to a place of acceptance.

What makes this third memoir – alongside Safekeeping and A Three Dog Life – so effective is that, in her alarmingly candid style, she has found a way to take what happened and use it to edify her own existence. A husband’s life ends tragically, a daughter suffers with cancer, a best friend pulls away, a pet tears apart the furniture: It all becomes grist for the literary mill. She writes about all of it.

Learning that her best friend, Chuck, had an affair with her daughter, Catherine, caught Thomas off guard. It would close many writers down completely. She didn’t immediately turn the incident into material, but was urged to do so by an encouraging friend. “I must have tried ten different ways of approaching it. And then Catherine got sick, and I just couldn’t write about it…until Daphne [one of Thomas’ unruly dogs] ran away with one of her wigs. This was the side-door thing.”

She’s referring to her method of getting at subject matter by paying attention to what happens off to the side. It’s a technique that she talks about in Thinking about Memoir and in her classes. “I didn’t want to write then…but I saw I needed to deal with death and mortality. The three of us – Chuck, Catherine and me – would never have been this close now if we hadn’t had the broken part; it would

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not have happened. And what we’ve made out of it in terms of friendship – we are a little three-star constellation.”

I marvel that anybody might deal with such a dicey situation as this – such an uncomfortable gap driven between lifelong friend and mother and daughter.

“There’s no reason to get beyond it unless there’s a reason to. Chuck and I had been such good friends for a long time, and it certainly didn’t happen immediately; it wasn’t right away that we were friends again. But we had helped each other one way or another over rocky ground in the past. Plus, we always laughed our asses off.”

Aiming only at the truth, Thomas throws her hard-earned wisdom out into the future like a Frisbee, with no foregone conclusion as to where it will land. Her prose is spare and forthright and often funny. I suggest that her avid readers find something genuinely clarifying in her writing. She says, “It’s what we’re doing when we write memoir: It’s for clarity – for finding out what we didn’t know, and what we didn’t know we knew. It’s a place we go.

I hate to use the word ‘journey.’ Sometimes it’s a ride and sometimes it’s a slog.”

The title of the book comes from a poem written by Stephen Dobyns. “I thought of using it quite a long time ago.

The line ends the poem, and it seemed to hit me as absolutely perfect. If you write about stuff that’s very hard, you really do come through it. At least I did with this. It wasn’t about something as bad as somebody running over my kid or Catherine dying of cancer. But it was a lot to go through. There is nothing that you can control. You can stay under the covers or you can try to like it, whatever it is. And there’s lots to like. There’s always curiosity and something hilarious. Just don’t try to think too far ahead. Don’t think it at all.”

Thomas finished writing the book a year ago, and has waited – and waded – through the slow publishing process, which I suggest must be a bit agonizing for a writer. “It makes me feel like it’s already been published and has sunk like a stone at the bottom of the ocean. Chuck and Catherine both had a hand in editing and structuring the book. I do believe, at least for me, that dividing your story into three parts works. Together we figured it out. I don’t think I could have done that so easily.”

About the writing process itself, she says, “I’ve learned that failure is essential.

If you don’t fail, you’re never gonna get anywhere. You have to fail, and then you have to do it again. You learn what isn’t going to work. I wrote this in the second person, in the third person and then in the first person. I tried every damn way I could think of. And it was very discouraging, but the story didn’t go away.

“I learned that I am mortal. So are you. I learned a lot from the cancer support group about that. It was a very interesting and difficult experience. Half way through the book, I learned that I was angry. I hadn’t realized I was angry with Catherine. Once I talked about it, it was gone. It was over. I guess I learned that if you’re going to write about something tricky that isn’t your story, you have to write about it from your point of view.”

“The future is a moving target, completely unpredictable.”

She comments on how an awareness of dying and death is emerging in society, and how people want the right to die – to get help if it becomes too terrible to go on. “It’s hard to think about it. Every now and then, you suddenly realize it, physically; it just goes through your body: ‘I’m gonna die.’ Those have been, for me, really horrible moments.”

I ask if she distinguishes between fear and dread. “Dread is a constant companion, a little sidekick. Dread is much worse than fear. Fear, I understand, is usually kind of specific. But dread is all-purpose. It’s an awful feeling: that cognitive depression, the unfeeling, the absence of feeling. The abyss. That has only happened to me a handful of times.”

And of aging, she says, “You get to a point in life where you don’t want to spend money on things. Like, why put caps on these teeth when I’m going to be in the grave within five years? I don’t want to spend that kind of money on my mouth!”

We both laugh at this. “Then sometimes I turn off the lights and think, ‘I could be dead in the morning. I hope my mouth doesn’t hang open. I really don’t want my children to see me with my jaw sagging.’

I really don’t think about it much, except every now and then I realize: I have no idea what can happen. I could get sick, need somebody in the house all the time.

But I just hope not.”

“I want the possibility of change, not change itself.”

Thomas’ recent books have been nonfiction, yet her novels stand as superb works of storytelling. I wonder aloud if she thinks about writing fiction again, and she says, “I would love to write fiction again.

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24. A special early launch will take place at the Woodstock Writers’ Festival, when Joe Donahue talks with Thomas onstage this Saturday evening. Each year the Festival is honored to have Donahue, WAMC Radio vice president of News and Programming and talk show host extraordinaire, present “The Donahue Interview”: an in-depth chat with one notable author. This year, Donahue will work his charm on Thomas with his legendary blend of “warmth and empathy, genuine curiosity and sharp intelligence.” The book will be on sale at the event through the Golden Notebook.

– Ann Hutton The Donahue Interview with Abigail Thomas, Woodstock Writers’ Festival, Saturday, March 21, 8-9:30 p.m., $35, Kleinert/James Center for the Arts, 36 Tinker Street, Woodstock; www.woodstockwriters.com/schedule-tickets/ festival-schedule.

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The show takes audiences on a journey through the two-time Academy Award nominee’s distinguished career in the theater.

It features stories, songs and scenes drawn from more than 50 years of Dale’s career, including his distinction as the youngest professional comedian on the British Music Hall stage, his time with the National Theater at the request of Sir Laurence Olivier, his Broadway triumphs in Scapino, Barnum and Me and My Girl and much more.

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But I don’t think so. I’m not sure I’ll write anything again. I’m so used to memoir, and I certainly don’t want anything else to write about, thank you very much! That’s enough! I have enough material!” (More laughter ensues.)

I ask if anyone has ever accused her of being enlightened. She tilts her

disheveled mane back and guffaws. “Oh gawd, no!” We laugh together, but I would disagree. Insofar as enlightenment means lightening up – inhaling deeply, inspiring herself and others – Thomas fairly floats. Reality may suck at times.

Life-threatening, un-asked-for ailments may happen to family and friends, and

unexpected romantic liaisons between people she loves may temporarily leave her out of the frame, there but not-there; yet she takes it all in and processes it. She exemplifies the willingness to let it all be – to find a way and carry on.

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There’s an Irish legend for song, another for poetry and yet others for the dramatic and various other literary arts. Key to many hearts, though, are the island people’s way with dance, where it sometimes seems that the goal is not so much earthbound fluidity as a joyful, soul-releasing attempt actually to leave this mortal coil.

Over the weekend of March 27 through 29, the great local dance troupe Solas An Lae will be giving a New York premiere to artistic director/choreographer Deirdre Lowry’s Illume, an interpretation of Irish-American dance traditions set to a mixture of traditional and newer Celtic compositions. It works as both a showcase for the troupe’s dancers and a dance theater experience of the role that dance has played in so many lives, including this nation’s.

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o I smell spring in the air?

Must be. And the calendar confirms that it’s just around the corner. These hints finally stir longings for that season – even for a skier. And what better way to welcome spring than with attention to some tropical plants?

My banana plants have weathered winter very well this year – indoors, of course. Last year I was proud that my one plant survived.

After all, banana is a truly tropical plant. It shivers at temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit and enjoys 80-degree days and nights as its broad, satiny leaves drink in year-round bright sunlight, occasional rains and humid air. Even if my house was warm (which it is not), only a relative paltry amount of sunlight streams through even a south-facing window, and the air is bone-dry. Hence my pride.

My philosophy last year was to send my banana tree into a state of suspended animation by withholding water and keeping the plant on the cool side. It did survive winter – barely. Once the weather warmed outdoors, it took a few weeks before the plant fully awakened.

Actually the mother plant never did awaken, but two of its pups did. Pups are small plants that arise at the base of the mother plant, and are one of the ways in which new banana plants are propagated. (You no doubt noticed that cultivated bananas do not have seeds).

Once the pups were growing strongly, I tipped the plant out of the pot and cut off each pup to pot up separately.

This fall my approach was to keep the banana plants happy. Even if they couldn’t have steamy conditions of the tropics, I would at least provide their roots with plenty of water. And happy they are: New leaves have unfurled all winter, with few of the older ones drying out. By the end of May, the weather outdoors will be ready to receive the plants, which should grow exuberantly, as bananas are wont to do with good conditions.

Bananas bear quickly, so at this rate I may sometime be harvesting fresh fruit.

If not, I can always use the leaves to make Indonesian pepes.

regions such as here – until last year, that is, when I tasted freshly harvested immature ginger that I got from a gardening friend. The roots had a smooth flavor and fiber-free flesh, as compared with the mature roots usually sold.

So this year, of course, I’ll be growing ginger, and the time to begin is now.

To that end, I “harvested” some mature rhizomes from the grocer’s shelves, broke them into pieces, each with three to four eyes, and planted them – not outdoors, but indoors.

And not just any place indoors, but somewhere especially warm.

The goal is to get just the beginnings of shoots and roots growing. Each rhizome piece went into a bed of potting soil in a four-inch pot, covered with another half-to-three-quarters-inch of soil and watered. Best growth is at about 80 degrees Fahrenheit: no problem when the sun beams down on the greenhouse.

On cloudy days and at night, though, temperatures can drop into the 30s. So I placed the pots on a large heating mat in the greenhouse that I use to warm seedling flats to get seeds started. (Seeds need warmer temperatures to germinate than seedlings need to grow.)

Ideally, roots and shoots will have filled those pots by the time the greenhouse has been cleared of lettuce, arugula and other cool-weather greens and the soil temperature is above 55 degrees Fahrenheit. That’s when the ginger can be planted in the ground; I figure on the end of May. Ginger is a heavy feeder, so each plant will go into a mound of pure compost that I’ll add to as the plants grow.

Come September, I’ll pull the roots.

They won’t yet be mature. That’s a good thing.

Banana plants might look treelike and grow to the proportions of trees, but they are not actually trees. They are giant perennial herbs

Notice, above, that I never referred to a banana “tree.” Banana plants might look treelike and grow to the proportions of trees, but they are not actually trees. They are giant perennial herbs. The “trunk” is composed of a sheath of tightly wrapped leaf stalks.

Each vertical stalk s uccessively unfurls into a broad leaf, which then splays its blade out horizontally. All new growth is pushed up from the corm at the base of the leaf stalks.

Musa basjoo is a banana that’s coldhardy to about zero degrees Fahrenheit.

The top will die to the ground in winter, but the corm, if mulched for further protection in the ground, survives winter. Nothing worth eating from this banana plant, although it makes a bold, tropical statement in summer.

I could never understand the current commercial interest in growing ginger, a tropical plant, in cold-winter

Banana and ginger both grow from underground structures: a corm and a rhizome, respectively, each providing energy storage and buds for new plants. Corms and rhizomes are modified underground stems.

A corm is an upright, fleshy, thickened stem having a protective tunic of modified leaves. Baby cormels arise near the base of the corm. The cormels sprout leaves and become pups, like the two that grew at the base of my mother banana plant.

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“Spring is the time of plans and projects.”

– Leo Tolstoy

March 19-26 SATURDAY, MARCH 21

Signs of Spring Walk at Mohonk Preserve You know that it’s officially spring around here when naturalist Ann Guenther hosts her “Signs of Spring Walk” at the Mohonk Preserve’s Spring Farm. This Saturday, March 21 from 2 to 4 p.m., join Ann in search of new green shoots, a bug, sap dripping from a maple and other examples of the transition from winter. This program is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome on this leisurely, approximately 2.5-mile stroll.

The Spring Farm Trailhead is located off Mountain Rest Road on Upper 27 Knolls Road, just over the mountain from New Paltz. For more information, call (845) 255-0919 or visit http://mohonkpreserve.

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Stringendo youth concert at the Bardavon This weekend’s Stringendo youth concert features a mix of wonderful orchestral and fiddle music and is a must for any string players or other musically inclined members of your family. The performance takes place on Saturday, March 21 at 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. at the Bardavon Opera House, located at 35 Market Street in Poughkeepsie.

Tickets cost $20 for adults, $10 for seniors, students and children age 12 and under. For tickets or more information, call (845) 339-6088 or visit www. stringendoweb.org.

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Maple Sugar Open House at Frost Valley in Claryville I think that everyone should go to Frost Valley because it’s such a great place, and this weekend’s Maple Sugar Open House event is the perfect incentive to head there. On Saturday, and Sunday, March 21 and 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., see how maple syrup is made from tap to table by visiting a real sap house, identifying a maple tree, seeing an evaporator and trying a sample of fresh maple syrup. Advance registration is not required unless you plan to stay overnight.

Frost Valley is located at 2000 Frost Valley Road in Claryville. For more information, call (845) 985-2291 or visit http://frostvalley.org.

Puppet People perform Wizard of Oz at Kingston Library This Saturday, March 21 at 10:30 a.m. at the Kingston Library, your family can enjoy a full marionette production of The Wizard of Oz by the Puppet People. After the show, children are invited to see the marionettes up close! This performance is free and open to the public of school-aged children.

Kingston Library is located at 55 Franklin Street in Kingston. For more information, call (845) 331-0507,

extension 7, or visit www.kingstonlibrary. org.

Hudson Valley Philharmonic String Competition at Vassar The Hudson Valley Philharmonic String Competition is an excellent way to hear young talent before they go pro. The first round of the String Competition takes place on Saturday, March 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; the semifinal round happens on Sunday, March 22 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon and the finals on Sunday, March 22.

The competition takes place in Skinner Hall at Vassar College and is free and open to the public.

Vassar College is located at 124 Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie. For more information, call (845) 473-2072 or visit www.bardavon.org.

Eel count at Black Creek Preserve in Esopus Eel monitoring doesn’t just happen; it requires a large team of vigilant volunteers to count and measure.

On Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Black Creek Preserve, learn how to catch, count, weight and release these small creatures so that you can contribute your regular findings to the Backyard Science. This event is free and open to the public.

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Hudson Valley Horrors open season at Roller Magic in Hyde Park When I say “whip,” “jam” and “blocker,” which sport’s terms am I using?

Yes, it’s roller derby! Have you been to a bout before? It’s so exciting to watch, especially after I get the hang of what’s going on!

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ou don’t have to go far this weekend to delight the train fan in your family. This Sunday, March 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Kingston Model Train & Railroad Show takes place at the Andy Murphy Midtown Recreation Center, where highlights include model train displays, a garden railroad train display, employees from area historic railroads and rail museums and a Children’s Fun Corner with Thomas the Tank Engine displays.

Admission costs $6 for adults, $1 for children under 12. The Andy Murphy Midtown Recreation Center is located at 467 Broadway in Kingston. For more information, call (845) 481-4198 or visit http://kingstontrainshow.com.

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Twin Counties Science Fair at Columbia/ Greene Community College in Hudson It’s Science Fair season, and this weekend, you can check out a free one that’s open to the public. On Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Columbia/Greene Community College hosts the Twin Counties Science Fair.

The event is located in the gymnasium.

Columbia/Greene Community College is located at 4400 Route 23 in Hudson.

For more information, call (518) 828-4181 or visit www.sunycgcc.edu.

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Family Fun Harmonica Fest at SUNY-Ulster in Stone Ridge Everything about this weekend’s Family Fun Harmonica Fest sounds great: a short concert by David Laks and his Mid-Hudson Music Mavens, a harmonica workshop and a jam session. The Harmonica Fest takes place on Sunday, March 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Vanderlyn Hall College Lounge at SUNY-Ulster. This event is geared toward families with school-aged children, but all ages are welcome.

Admission costs $10 for children ages 6 to 12, $15 for teens and adults and includes a harmonica, a learning guide and refreshments. Proceeds will benefit local not-for-profit organizations. SUNYUlster is located at 491 Cottekill Road in Stone Ridge. Advance registration is requested by calling (845) 338-8131 or by visiting www.ucjf.org.

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Tales of the Rainbow Forest at Arts Society of Kingston One perfect way to honor these first days of spring is by spending time gazing at the vibrant pictures in Tales of the Rainbow Forest, a children’s book written by McKenzie Willis and illustrated by Rick Holland. Willis reads his story this Sunday, March 22 at 3 p.m. at the Arts Society of Kingston.

The suggested donation is $8 for the reading and performance, which are primarily geared for children ages 4 to 8 years, who must be accompanied by a parent.

The Arts Society of Kingston is located at 97 Broadway in Kingston. For more

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information, call (845) 338-0333 or visit www.askforarts.org.

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For more information, visit www. facebook.com/legacyjrbass and www. legacyjrbass.com.

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the annual four-county math championship. After the closed competition on Wednesday, March 25, the public is invited to attend a free lecture at 10:30 a.m. by Adam Lowrance, assistant professor of Mathematics: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Coloring Maps on Surfaces,â&#x20AC;? which will cover how to color maps so no that two countries sharing a border have the same color.

The lecture, followed by an awards ceremony for the math event, takes place in Rockefeller Hall, Room 300. Vassar College is located at 124 Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie. For more information, call (845) 437-7000 or visit http://info.

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Aaron Freeman/Gene Ween Storytellers Concert at Woodstock Day School This weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Woodstock Day School Storytellers Concert series features Aaron Freeman, a/k/a Gene Ween, the songwriter behind Ween & Freeman, on Thursday, March 26 at the school.

Admission costs $10 for adults, kids get in free and the doors open at 6 p.m.

The Woodstock Day School is located at 1430 Glasco Turnpike in Saugerties. For more information, call (845) 246-3744 or visit www.woodstockdayschool.org.

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A few remarks will be shared about the historic house, and children are invited to participate in a craft downstairs. The tea is a lovely, low-key, special experience, and some families make it an annual tradition.

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“Saving for College with Confidence” workshop in New Paltz Homeschool parents are invited to join financial mentor Joanne Leffeld for “Saving for College with Confidence,” an evening of information, insights, tips and strategies for home educators to plan financially for college: How can families on one income best save for college? Is it too late for a 529 savings account? How can life insurance help while you’re living?

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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, 845-6795906, x 1012. Karma Triyiana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock.

9AM-11:15AM New Paltz Playspace. NPZ Town Rec Center, off of Rte 32, New Paltz.

9AM-2PM Indoor Play For Tots. Tues, Wed & Thurs - 9 am- 2 pm, thru the end of March. Closes when Kingston Schools are closed or delayed.

Andy Murphy Midtown Neighborhood Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston.

9:30AM-10:30AM Senior Fit After 50 with Diane Collelo. Three-part class offering movement for balance and breath, weight-training for bone health, and mat work for flexibility and core. Open to Woodstock residents 55 and older, $1 donation requested. Town Hall, Woodstock.

10AM-2PM Hooks & Needles, Yarns & Threads Informal weekly social gathering for rug hookers, knitters, crocheters, and all other yarn crafters.

Info: 845-757-3771 or tivoliprograms@gmail. com. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, $1.

10:30AM Book Worms - Intergenerational Program. ongoing every Thurs, 10:30am, thru the end of March. Area seniors read to children. Info: 845-481-7332. Andy Murphy Midtown Neighborhood Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston.

11AM Helping Drew. A new Anti-Bullying Puppet Musical. This puppet musical helps students recognize bullying and look for solutions within themselves and with the help of others. For K-5.

Info: 845-876-3088. The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck.

11:30AM-1PM “Third Thursday Luncheon.”

As part of Messiah’s Outreach Programs, each luncheon benefits a local organization to support its ongoing programs. $6/ donation requested.

For takeout orders with a $7/ donation. Info: 845-876-3533. The Church of the Messiah, 6436 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck.

12PM-6PM Sample Sale, This Weekend Only - Pop up shop by Kelli Bickman. Fine Art into Active Wear & Ready-to-Wear. 100% original.

Made in USA. 12-6pm. Thurs-Sun at Spirols Gallery, 196 Main Street, Saugerties, NY 12477. www.1111style.com. kbickman@gmail.com.

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 Fraud Prevention. This program, offered

by People’s United Bank will help you safeguard againstidentity theft, avoid internet scams, avoid telephone scams and plan for unexpected events.

Info: 845-876-4030. Starr Library, 68 W Market St, Rhinebeck, free.

1PM The MHV, IBM Retirees Club Meeting. Carl Heitmuller, Hudson Highlands Nature Museum Educator, will be speaking on “Animal History of the Hudson River Valley.” Meets the third Thursday of each month except July and August. Info: 845-471-7607. Knights of Columbus CouncilHall, 339 Rt. 82, Hopewell Junction.

2PM-3:30PM Brain Game. The class is open to adults of any skill level and meets every Thursday afternoon. Bring a pad and paper and join the fun!

Register for the class by calling 845-297-3428.

Grinnell Library, 2642 East Main St, Wappingers Falls.

3PM-5PM Story Circle. Come with a story to tell or an open heart and ears for listening. This timeless form of entertainment casts its spell. Info: 845.254.5469 or www.pinehillcommunitycenter. org. Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St, Pine Hill, free.

3:30PM-4:30PM After School Story Hour.

Kindergarten and first grades. Info: 845-6872044. Stone Ridge Library, 3700 Main St, Stone Ridge.

4PM-6:30PM Individual Oneness Blessings with Kathy Saulino. Also known as “Deeksha” this blessing is a direct transfer of divine intelligent energy. Each blessing takes 15 minutes. Please call for appointment times available and arrive a few minutes prior to yourdesignated time. Info: 845-679-2100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, free.

4PM-5PM Mindfulness Meditation Practice.

Every Thursday at Mirabai. 30 minutes seated meditation followed by 15 minutes walking meditation. Chairs and Pillows provided. Feel free to bring your own cushion. Info: 845-679-2100.

Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

6PM-7PM Free Meditation Practice at Sky Lake Shambhala Retreat Ctr. Meets every Thursday, 6-7pm. Free and open to the public. Contact info:

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e-mail calendar@ulsterpublishing.com. postal mail: Almanac Calendar Manager Donna Keefe c/o Ulster Publishing, PO Box 3329, Kingston, NY 12402 phone: (845) 334-8200 ext. 104, fax at (845) 334-8809. when to send

Almanac’s Calendar is printed on Tuesdays. We must receive all entries no later than the previous Friday at noon. what to send

The name of the event, time, date, location of event, a telephone number (for publication) and admission charge (specify if free). A brief description is helpful, too. how it works

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845-658-8556 or www.skylake.shambhala.org. Sky Lake, 22 Hillcrest Ln, Rosendale.

6PM Hudson Valley Playwrights. Every Thursdays. A creative venue for local playwrights to develop new works, from first inspiration to final production. RSVP. Info: 845-217-0734, hudsonvalleyplaywrights@gmail.com, or www.hudsonvalleyplaywrights.com. Morton Memorial Library & Community House, 82 Kelly St, Rhinecliff.

6PM-7:30PM Computer Class. Basic Digital Literacy on computers, phones, devices, with 1:1 with volunteers. Registration required. Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Public Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia.

6:30PM Kayaking: How to get started. They’ll tell you how to get started, what gear you’ll need, where to go paddling, where to meet other paddlers and where to get instruction on your technique. Info: mrurmston@gmail.com or 845-549-4671 or www.MidHudsonADK.org. Mt. St. MaryCollege, Desmond Campus, Newburgh.

7PM Live @ The Falcon: Big Mean Sound Machine. Info: 845-236-7970. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

7 PM-9 PM Thursday Japanese Free Movie Night. Info: 845-255-8811 or www.GKnoodles. com. Gomen-Kudasai Noodle Shop, Rite Aid

Plaza, New Paltz.

7PM Gurdjieff Movements Class. Collective body of sacred dances that were collected or authored

by G. I. Gurdjieff and taught to his students as part of the work of self observation and self study.

Info: 845-527-6205. Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild, 34 Tinker St, Woodstock, $5, 7PM “Open Sesame: The Story of Seeds, “ Followed by a panel discussion and Q&A session with Film Director and Expert Panel Discussion.

Info: 845-687-5262. SUNY Ulster, College Lounge, Stone Ridge.

7PM-8:30PM Book Discussion. On-going every Thurs, 7-8:30pm. This group is intended for people who already have some background in the study and/or practice of Tibetan Buddhism. Info: 845-679-5906, x 1012 or jan@kagyu.org. Karma Triyana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock, free /no reg req.

7PM “An Evening with Polly Law. “ The Kingston based artist will talk about her experience as Artist in Residence at the Grand Canyon in November of 2014. Open to the public. Info: 845-679-2388 or www.woodstockschoolofart.org. Woodstock School of Art, Angeloch Gallery, 2470 7PM Eighth Step 3rd Thursday Open Mic & Jam. Open Jam at 8:15 pm Info: 518-434-1703 or www.8thstep.org or cwinter@aol.com. 8th Step at Proctors, 432 State St, Schenectady, free.

7PM United States Air Force Heritage Brass Band. While there is no admission fee, all attendees must have a ticket in order to be permitted into the auditorium. Passes are available by calling 845-454-1700 ext. 1000. Beacon High School, Beacon.

7:30PM “The Clancy Tradition.” Towne Crier Café, 379 Main St, Beacon, $30.

8PM Trio Mio. Info: 845-687-2699 or e-mail highfallscafe@earthlink.net. High Falls Café, 12 Stone Dock Rd, High Falls.

8:30 PM Bluegrass Clubhouse with Brian Hollander, Tim Kapeluk, Geoff Harden, Fooch, Eric Weissberg and Bill Keith. Info: 845-6793484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

Friday

3/20

9AM-2PM Indoor Play For Tots. Tues, Wed & Thurs - 9 am- 2 pm, thru the end of March. Closes when Kingston Schools are closed or delayed.

Andy Murphy Midtown Neighborhood Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston.

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. Town Hall, Main Room, Woodstock.

10AM-2PM Free Tax Preparation through the AARP Tax-Aide Program. Appointments are scheduled on the hour and the last appointment for the day is at 1 p.m. Res. Reqr’d. Info: 845889-4683. Staatsburg Library, 72 Old Post Rd, Staatsburg.

12PM-6PM Sample Sale, This Weekend Only - Pop up shop by Kelli Bickman. Fine Art into Active Wear & Ready-to-Wear. 100% original.

Made in USA. 12-6pm. Thurs-Sun at Spirols Gallery, 196 Main Street, Saugerties, NY 12477. www.1111style.com. kbickman@gmail.com.

12PM Book Discussion: “Fever” by Mary Beth Keane. Info: 845-229-7791. Hyde Park Library Annex, Hyde Park.

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. Fire Co #1, Rt 212,

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premier listings Contact Donna at calendar@ulsterpublishing.com to be included Theater Improv Games for Everyone.

Access the joyful, fearless you using Keith Johnstone’s methodology! Starts April 2nd, 7:30-9:30pm, four classes $100, uptown Kingston. Space limited.

Call Kathleen Donovan to register at 845- 684-5219.

Sample Sale, This Weekend Only - Pop up shop by Kelli Bickman. Fine Art into Active Wear & Ready-to-Wear. 100% original. Made in USA. 12-6pm. ThursSun at Spirols Gallery, 196 Main Street, Saugerties, NY 12477. www.1111style.com. kbickman@gmail.com.

Me d i t a t i o n In t e n s i v e w i t h Ma h a m a n d a l e s h w a r S w a m i Nityananda(4/11,9AM-4PM). A day immersed in meditation. Guided sessions, discussion and stillness.

Includes a delicious vegetarian lunch. at Shanti Mandir51 Muktananda Mar, Walden,www.shantimandir.com or 845- 778-1008.

REGGAE Concert to Benefit Brain Cancer Patient ,4/11). Groove to the smooth sounds of reggae during the “Leith of Life : Reggae Concert and Benefit” at Bearsville Theater (291 Tinker Street) in honor of local cancer patient Leith Rogovin. Early show starting at 5 pm. A late-night show will kick off at 8:30 pm with renowned performer DJ Downbeat the Ruler and guests Brigadier Jerry, Jeremiah, Sister Nancy, Jah Eyes and Ranking Joe. Woodstock jazz artist Studio Stu will emcee the early show

and Leah Boss will emcee the late-night show. Proceeds from the concert and a corresponding silent auction will be collected through the nonprofit HelpHOPELive to pay Rogovin’s uncovered medical expenses. Tickets start at $25, a price that includes admission to all early and late-night reggae performances. Find more information about the event at leithoflife.org. Can’t make the concert? Donations can be made to a fundraising campaign in honor of Rogovin at helphopelive.org or by calling 800.642.8399. Checks can also be mailed “in honor of Leith Rogovin” to HelpHOPELive: 2 Radnor Corporate Ctr., Suite 100, 100 Matsonford Road, Radnor, PA. 19087.

TheaterSounds Hudson River Valley Playreading Series presents a staged reading of Sarah Treem’s keenly perceptive play The How and the Why. This performance will take place Saturday, March 21 at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Catskills, 320 Sawkill Road in Kingston. Show time is 7:30pm. Admission is free, contributions appreciated.

Call for Art - 9th Annual Big Read Teen Art Contest. Mid-Hudson Valley high school students are invited to enter. Deadline: Wed, May 27, Artwork must be inspired by themes from this year’s Big Read book selection, The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck.

Info: www.poklib.org.Adriance Library, 93 Market St, Poughkeepsie.

Woodstock.

3:30PM-5PM Stone Ridge Library Film Friday: “How to Train your Dragon 2” Rated “PG” 102 min. Popcorn and lemonade. Info: 845-687-7147 Stone Ridge Library, 3700 Main St, Stone Ridge, free.

4PM Knitting Club “Knit Wits.” Saugerties Public library, Washington Avenue, Saugerties, 246-4317, x 3.

4:30PM-8:30PM Preview: O+ Festival Benefit.

“Art for Art’s Sake”, a live auction of artworks and vintage art to be held 3/21. All proceeds benefit O+. Info: 845-331-0030 or outdatedcafe@gmail. com. Outdated: An Antique Café, 314 Wall St, Kingston.

5PM-7PM Hyde Park Knights of Columbus 21st Annual Lenten Fresh Fish Fry. Serving every Friday during Lent, except Good Friday. For take out orders please call 845-229-6111 after 4:30PM each Friday. Hyde Park K of C, Route 9G, Hyde Park.

5:30PM “Kingston’s Buried Treasures:” “Arthur Wicks- the Cleaner Who Controlled the Senate”

by Veteran Journalist and Historian Hugh Reynolds. Info:845-340-7411. Senate House, Vanderlyn Gallery, 296 Fair St, Kingston.

6PM-8PM The Art of Relationships with Shubhraji. Using spiritual principles, learn how to live in a conscious relationship, resolve conflicts and develop new communication skills which honor our deepest connections. Suitable for both singles and couples. Info:845-679-2100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $35.

6PM-8PM 17th Annual Gateway Foundation Raffle. 1st Prize $10, 000; 2nd Prize $1, 50& 3rd and 4th Prize $500. Cocktail Party and Drawing for ticket holders. Winner need not be present.

Many, Many additional prizes awarded! Info: 845-331-1261, x 288. Hillside Manor, 240 Rt 32, Kingston.

6PM-8PM Open House Cornell St. Studios.

Halima Smith of Gata Bella is providing professional waxing services in our loft space in Studio 2 A. See her beautiful loft space and learn about the benefits of waxing. Refreshments will be served.

Info: 845-594-4428. Cornell St Studios, Kingston.

6PM-8PM John Burroughs Natural History Society: Vernal Equinox - Woodcock Walk. Join Christine Guarino ( chrissy.guarino@gmail.com ) for an evening stroll in the Shawangunk Grasslands to hear and possibly see male woodcocks perform their courting flights. Info:www.jbnhs. org. Shawangunk Grasslands, Entrance, Hoagerburg Rd, Shawangunk.

6:30PM-9PM The Purpose of SHAME, The Power of EMPATHY. Info: 3021 Route 213 East. Admis-

Capital District Garden & Flower Show (3/27-3/29). Over 17,000 square fee of designed, fully blooming landscape exhibits. Gardens are packed with shrubs, mature trees, colorful flowers & tranquil water features.Plus 150 garden themed exhibits, wine tastings, & hourly lectures and cooking demonstrations.

All offered free with paid admission.

Partial proceeds benefit Wildwood Programs. Hudson Valley Community College, McDonough Sports Complex, Troy.Advance sale tickets online $10, door/$12.

Women Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse. Help release the past using gentle energetic healing techniques.

Meets the first Saturday of every month from 11:30am - 1 pm, $15. For more information and to register, contact Cindy at 845-282-6400 or Cindy@ RisingStarEne. Exhibit: The Age of Alice: Fairy Tales, Fantasy, and Nonsense in Victorian England. Exhibit to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Alice in Wonderland. Thru 6/15. Info: www.vassar.edu.

Vassar College, Poughkeepsie.

The Animal Rights Alliance (T.A.R.A.) Mobile Clinic. Low-cost spay/neuter for cats. Performed by appointment only, by NY state licensed veterinarians. Fee includes spay/neuter, rabies vaccine, ear cleaning, and nail trim. Info: www.tara-spayneuter.org or 845-343-1000.

sion by donation. Christ the King Episcopal Church, 3021 Route 213 East, Stone Ridge.

7PM Film Series: The Films of Philip Seymour Hoffman: “Money For Nothing.” With John Cusack, Benicio del Toro and James Gandolfini.

Directed by Ramon Menendez. Info: 845-2297791. Hyde Park Library Annex, Hyde Park.

7PM-10PM Open Mic. Hosted by Mike Herman.

Enjoy a great night of music and fun. Free admission - refreshments available. Info: 607-588-7129 or www.MikeHermansolo.com. Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St, Pine Hill, free.

7PM World Music and Dance. Lightning-fast foot work by hundreds of ankle bells, multiple pirouettes and stories told in body and facial mime are featured in the Kathak Ensemble’s program.

Info: trottl@sunyulster.edu. SUNY Ulster, Quimby Theater, Stone Ridge, free.

7PM Live at Kindred Spirits: Acoustic Jazz featuring Frank Luther on bass, John Esposito on piano, Mike DeMicco on guitar, NYC saxophonist Al Guart and local guest artists. No cover or minimum! Kindred Spirits, 334 Rte 32A, Palenville, 518-678-3101.

7PM Storytelling with Janet Carter. Info: 845-246-5775. Inquiring Minds Bookstore, 65 Partition St, Saugerties, free.

Children’s Call for Performances of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Ajkun Ballet Theatre is looking for young dancers (Pre-K to Young Teens) for a summer production. Rehearsals and performances will run from August 3 throughout August 15,at The EGG Performing ArtsCenter in Albany. Info: artisticstaff@ajkunbt.org or 646-3689800. Albany.

93 Market St, Poughkeepsie.

Free Income Tax Assistance. Times: Walk-in hours on Mondays: Noon - 2 p.m. and 4 - 8 p.m.; Tuesdays: 10 a.m.

- 6 p.m.; Thursdays: Noon - 8 p.m.; and Wednesdays and Fridays: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Sponsored By: The School of Business. Info: 845-257-2622. SUNY New Paltz, van den Berg Hall, Rooms 208C and 341, New Paltz.

Call for Artists’ Submissions- The Stories We Tell, the 2015 edition of the Hudson Valley Artists series. The deadline for artist submission is 3/23.

Web: www.dorskymuseum.submittable.com/submit/39262. SUNY New Paltz, The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art, New Paltz.

Free Income Tax Assistance. Times: Walk-in hours on Mondays: Noon - 2 p.m. and 4 - 8 p.m.; Tuesdays: 10 a.m.

- 6 p.m.; Thursdays: Noon - 8 p.m.; and Wednesdays and Fridays: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Sponsored By: The School of Business. Info: 845-257-2622. SUNY New Paltz, van den Berg Hall, Rooms 208C and 341, New Paltz.

Hatmaker’s Attic Productions, Inc. is seeking submissions of original plays from the Newburgh area for 2015’s Newburgh Illuminated festival. Deadline to submit: 4/1. Manuscripts can be submitted electronically to hatmakersattic@gmail.com. The Lobby at The Ritz, Newburgh.

High School Equivalency Classes Starting in March. The program provides instruction in language arts, writing, reading, math, science and social studies to help prepare students for the Test Assessing Secondary Competency (TASC). Info: 845-339-2025 or www. sunyulster.edu/ce.Business Resource Center, Kingston, $20.

Antique Post Card Show & “Greetings From the 1960’s”. Will be held Sunday, March 29th 2015 from 9 am - 4 pm at the Midtown Neighborhood Center 467 Broadway, Kingston, NY $3 Admission * Door Prize. Sponsored by the Kaaterskill Post Card Club. For more info Call 845-383-0061.

4-H Intro to Veterinary Science Program Set to Launch ,4/25. Youth ages 8 to 12. They will explore animal science careers and learn practical skills from rehabilitation specialists, veterinarians, SUNY Ulster professors. Reg reqr’d. Info: 340-3990 ext. 340, or

Call for Art - 9th Annual Big Read Teen Art Contest. Mid-Hudson Valley high school students are invited to enter. Deadline: Wed, May 27, Artwork must be inspired by themes from this year’s Big Read book selection, The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck.

Info: www.poklib.org.Adriance Library,

7PM Live @ The Falcon: Cory Henry. Info: www. liveatthefalcon.com or 845-236-7970. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

7PM Presentation, Q&A & Book Signing: Chris Fryewr & Robert Crane: “Crane: Sex Celebrity and My Father’s Unsolved Murder.” Info: 845-876-0500. Oblong Books & Music, 6422 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck, free.

7:30PM The Wizard of Oz. Presented by The Stissing Theatre Guild. Info: 518-398-1272. Stissing

Psychu and Storytelling. (3/31 4/3) Red Hook Public Library and Bard’s Center for Civic Engagement have partnered to present a Creative Writing Camp for youths in grades 4 and up from noon to 2 p.m. Registration is required. Info: 845-758-3241.

Red Hook Public Library,Red Hook.

7444 S. Broadway, Red Hook, free.

Mountain Middle/High School, Pine Plains, $12, $10 /student/senior.

7:30PM “Mary Poppins the Broadway Musical” Info: 845-338-2750. Coleman High School, 430 Hurley Ave, Kingston, $16, $11 /under 12.

7:30PM Between Prison and History. Documentary film by Jean Rasenberger. About the notorious H-Blocks prison and the IRA volunteers who were incarcerated in it during the thirty year conflict in Northern Ireland. Info: 845-679-9957. Center

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7PM Book Signing: Chris Fryer & Robert Crane Authors of “CRANE: Sex Celebrity and My Father’s Unsolved Murder.” Presentation and Q&A. Info: 845-876-0500. Oblong Books & Music, 6422 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck, free.

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for Photography at Woodstock, 7:30PM The Kathak Ensemble with guests.

Kathak Performer Janaki Patrik Info: 845-6875262. SUNY Ulster, Quimby Theater, Stone Ridge, free.

7:30PM Hard Day’s Night. The Fab Four star in this British black-and-white comedy directed by Richard Lester and released during the height of Beatlemania. Info: 845-473-2072 or www. bardavon.org. Bardavon, 35 Market St, Poughkeepsie, $6.

8PM The Michael Dell Band. No Cover!Mariner’s Harbor,1 Broadway, Kingston.

8PM Jefferson Starship. Info: 800-745-3000 or www.sugarloafpac.org. Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center, Sugar Loaf, $75, $45, $35.

8PM Will Smith. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

8:30PM Music Nights at Grand Cru Big Boss Sausage. Info: 845-876-6992. Grand Cru Beer & Cheese Market, 6384 Mill St, Rhinebeck.

9PM Canadian Punk-Country Band The Sadies.

Info: www.helsinkihudson.com or 518-828-4800.

Club Helsinki Hudson, 405 Columbia St, Hudson.

9PM The Sadies. Info: 518-828-4800. Club Helsinki Hudson, 105 Columbia St, Hudson.

9PM R&B Dance Party w/Breakaway featuring Robin Baker. Info: 845-229-8277 or info@ hydeparkbrewing.com. Hyde Park Brewing, 4076 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park.

Saturday

3/21

Mountain Bike Weekend. Getting you pumped for the World Cup 2015. Live entertainment on the patio with the Reddan Brothers from 2-5pm.

Info: 518-734-4300 or www.windhammountain. com Windham Mountain Resort, 19 Resort Dr, Windham.

8AM ECC/JBNHS Signs of Spring Nature Walk.

A guided nature walk to observe early signs of spring in a variety of ecologically rich habitats in the Town of Saugerties. Bring binoculars, field guides, and spotting scopes if you have them. Info: www.esopuscreekconservancy.org. Saugerties Village Beach, Rte. 9W, Saugerties.

8:30 AM District to Host Informative Parent University. Series of free workshops offered to all PCSD parents. Poughkeepsie High School, 70 Forbus Street, Poughkeepsie.

9AM Olive Free Library Annual Spring Book Fair. This all-day extravaganza will include a delicious hot lunch, bake sale, and raffle baskets to benefit the library. Scores of used books will be on sale at bargain prices. Info: 845-657-2482. Olive Free LibraryOlive Free Library, 4033 Rt 28-A, West Shokan.

9AM-12PM “Living by the Waterfront-Keeping Dry When the Waters Rise” Brent Gotsch will teach the class on what prospective property owners should think about before purchasing waterfront property. Reg reqr’d. Info: www.reg. cce.cornell.edu/ER_Preparedness_251 or845-6883047. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County, 232 Plaza Rd, Kingston, $15 /couple, $10 /individual.

9AM Saugerties’ Christian Meditation. Meets every Saturday, 9-10:30am. All welcome. No charge. 246-3285. Trinity Episcopal Church, Rte 9W, Saugerties.

baked goods, soups and chili and a large array of books that will be perfect for your leisure reading.

St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church, 2578 Route 212, Woodstock.

10AM Military Order of The Purple Heart Meeting. All Purple Heart recipients along with family members of living or deceased Purple Heart recipients are invited. Info: 845-219-8921.

Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site, 84 Liberty St, Newburgh.

10AM-3PM Hudson Valley Farmers’ Market.

Sponsored by Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest.

Info: www.greigfarm.com/hudson-valley-farmersmarket.html. Greig Farm, Pitcher Ln, Red Hook.

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

10AM-2PM Minnewaska Preserve: Spring Wake Up Hike from the Heights. Seven mile hike. Preregistration is required. Info: 845-255-0752.

Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Gardiner, $8 /car.

10AM-9PM Candlewax Recycling Drop-off.

Open every Saturday, 10am-9pm. Candlewax in any condition to be recycled. Pachamama Store (near food court), Hudson Valley Mall, Kingston.

10AM-12PM 20th Death Café. Hosted by Circle of Friends for the Dying. Coffee and tea will be served, and as always-there will be cake! Info: info@cfdhv.org. Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen, free.

10AM-2PM The Gemini Series. 17th Annual Twin County Science Fair. Snow Date: Saturday, March 28. Info: 518-828-4181. SUNY Columbia-Greene, Gymnasium, Hudson, free.

10AM Mid-Hudson ADK Hike: Black Rock Forest Moderate hike, 7 miles. Leader: Mel Kleiman Phone: 845-216-6805. Call leader. Info: www.

MidHudsonADK.org. Black Rock Forest, Main parking lot, Cornwall.

10AM-12PM Art Opening: Woodland Playhouse Preschool. Art, slideshow, refreshments. Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Public Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia.

10AM Saturday Morning Family Series. Pinocchio by the Hampstead Stage Company Info: 845-876-3088. The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Route 308 |, Rhinebeck, $9, $7 /kids.

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

10:30AM Super Saturdays: The Puppet People.

The Wizard of Oz. Enjoy Dorothy’s colorful marionette adventure with exciting special effects. Info: 845-331-0507,x 7. Kingston Library, 55 Franklin St, Kingston.

10:30AM-1:30PM Teen Geek Here to Help! Do you have questions about how to operate your NOOK, iPod, iPad, Kindle, laptop, or other electronic device? Bring it in to the library and one of our trained “Teen Geeks” will help you! Info: 845-757-3771 or tivoliprograms@gmail.com.

Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, free.

10:30AM Indigo Arts Academy Public Forum.

The Indigo Arts Academy is a collective of local individuals who are in the process of acquiring the Anna Devine School in Rifton, NY and re-opening it as an Academy for Fine and Performing Arts, Music, Holistic Living and Spirituality.Rosendale Recreation Center, 1055 Route 32, Rosendale, free.

9AM-5PM The Purpose of SHAME, The Power of EMPATHY. Info: 3021 Route 213 East. Admission by donation. Christ the King Episcopal Church, 3021 Route 213 East, Stone Ridge.

11AM-12PM Practice for Spanish Spelling Bee. Free weekly practice sessions are available for the second annual Spanish Spelling Bee (4/25), through 4/18 on Saturdays. Reg reqr’d. Info: www. spanishspellingbee.webs.com. Bard College, Olin Language Center, Room 115,

9AM Olive Free Library Annual Spring Book Fair. This all-day extravaganza will include a delicious hot lunch, bake sale, and raffle baskets to benefit the library. Scores of used books will be on sale at bargain prices. Info: 845-657-2482. Olive Free LibraryOlive Free Library, 4033 Rt 28-A, West Shokan.

12PM-1PM Free Yoga Pizza Party. Recurring event every Saturday. 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@womenspowerspace.org My Place Pizza, 322 Main St, Poughkeepsie.

9AM-1PM Mount Kisco Medical Group Job Fair.

Full-time and part-time clinical, non-clinical and billing positions available throughout MKMG’s Dutchess, Putnam, Ulster and Westchester office locations. Bring CV for immediate interview. Mount Kisco Medical Group, 1561 Ulster Avenue, Kingston.

12PM-6PM Sample Sale, This Weekend Only - Pop up shop by Kelli Bickman. Fine Art into Active Wear & Ready-to-Wear. 100% original.

Made in USA. 12-6pm. Thurs-Sun at Spirols Gallery, 196 Main Street, Saugerties, NY 12477. www.1111style.com. kbickman@gmail.com.

9AM-3PM “Write Saturday, “ Poet and educator Kate Hymes will teach a full-day writing workshop. Reg reqr’d. Info: khymes@wallkillvalleywriters.com. Wappingers Falls, $75.

9:30AM Germantown Garden Club. “Weedless Gardening”, a talk with local author Lee Reich.

Refreshments and book signing following talk.

Info: 518-537-4868. Germantown Library, Hover Room, Germantown.

9:30AM-6PM HVP 43rd String Competition. First Round. Open to the public. Info: 845-473-2072 or www.bardavon.org. Vassar College, Skinner Hall, Poughkeepsie.

9:30AM-11AM Woodstock: Christian Centering Prayer and Meditation. On-going, every Saturday, 9-10:30am. Everyone welcome. Info: 679-8800. St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church (the A-Frame), 2578 Rte 212, Woodstock.

9:30AM Wiltwyck Quilter’s Guild Monthly Meeting. Following the meeting, Sue Reich, Quilt Historian and Appraiser, will present a lecture and trunk show entitled, “Is it Scrap Happy or 1, 000 Pieces and Counting”. Quilt appraisals. Preregister for appraisals. Info:845-876-2556. Grace Community Church, Lake Katrine, $30 /verbal apprasail, $50 /written.

10AM-3PM St. Gregory’s “Spring Fest” Fresh

12PM 100th Anniversary of The Beginning of World War I. Living historians representing seven nations involved in the conflict will be on hand to demonstrate military life. Info: www.museumvillage.org. Veterans free. Museum Village, 1010 State Route 17M, Monroe, $12, $10 .

1PM The Village of Montgomery’s St. Pat’s Ramble. Guests who arrive by 10 a.m. may participate in or watch the Run for the Gold 5K Race.

Info: www.stpatsramble.com, Village of Montgomery, Montgomery.

1PM-3PM The Un-Bunny Party, An Easter Celebration. For children of all ages, from 1 to 99.

This party is free, fun and teaches children and all who attend the real meaning of Easter. Bring your Easter basket and join the fun. Info: 845-2467802. Saugerties United Methodist Church, , 67 Washington Ave, Saugerties.

1PM-3PM Healthy Eating Habits. Cornell Cooperative Extension will be on hand to demonstrate healthy eating /demonstration workshop for families. Advanced registration with a limit of 20. Sign up at the checkout desk or call. Info: 845-3388850. Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen, free.

1PM Downton Abbey Themed Tours. The 90 minute tour explores the similarities between the television show and Staatsburgh, the American

side of the Downton Abbey story. Reservations are required. Info: 845-889-8851 X300. Staatsburgh State Historic Site, Mills Mansion, Staatsburgh.

1PM-3PM Bard Math Circle. Featuring puzzles and games, hands-on projects, and engaging math problems. Meets on the 3rd Saturday, 1-3pm. Info:bardmathcircle.org. Kingston Library, Community Room, Kingston.

1PM Art Hour with Christian. Info: 845-6887811. Phoenicia Public Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia.

1PM-6PM Art Centro Open House. 1 - 3 pm Community Clay Day. 3 - 3:30pm Pottery Throwing Demonstration. 3:30 - 5:30pm Fusion Dance Workshop. 1 - 6pm Opening Reception for the ceramic work of Hyun Bang Chang. Info: 845-4544525 or www.artcentro.org. Art Centro, 485 Main St, Poughkeepsie.

1PM-5PM Share Your Memories on Esopus History Day. The first in a series of oral history programs. Any images of the 1837 and 1867 lighthouses (both near or on the Port Ewen side) would be especially useful. Info: www.esopus.com.

Esopus Town Hall, Port Ewen.

1PM The Village of Montgomery’s St. Pat’s Ramble. Guests who arrive by 10 a.m. may participate in or watch the Run for the Gold 5K Race. Info: www.stpatsramble.com, Village of Montgomery.

1:30PM Food Chains. The documentary is a searing expos‚ that depicts an intrepid group of Florida farm workers who battle to defeat the supermarket industry through their ingenious Fair Food program. Info: upstatefilms.org/nowshowing/woodstock. Upstate Film Woodstock, Woodstock, $20 /film & panel, $35 /film/panel/ recept.

1:30PM-3PM LEGO Club. Ages 4 to 14. Are you a LEGO- Maniac? Bring your imagination. They’ll bring the Legos. Registration Required. Info: 845-679-6405 or www.whplib.org. West Hurley Public Library, 42 Clover St, West Hurley.

1:30PM-4:30PM LEGOr Fun Day - Come build a robot with our Lego Bionicles or create mosaic characters (like Angry Birds, Minecraft) or take part in building one section of a giant city build!

Info: www.midhudson.snapology.com or 845-2551318. Fishkill Recreation Center, Fishkill.

2PM-4PM Mohonk Preserve: Twenty-sixth Annual Signs of Spring Walk. All ages are welcome. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. This program includes an easy, 2.5-mile hike. Info: 845-255-0919. Mohonk Preserve, Spring Farm Trailhead, New Paltz.

2PM-3PM Docent Tour Saturday. Each tour will feature different works. Info: 914-788-0100, jbrody@hvcca.org orwww.hvcca.org. Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Art, 1701 Main St, Peekskill.

2PM Free Meditation Instruction. On-going every Saturday, 2pm in the Amitabha Shrine Room. 60-minute class requires no previous meditation experience. For info contact Jan Tarlin, 845-679-5906, 1012. Karma Triyiana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock.

2PM Gardiner Library Music Lover’s Group Meeting. The group meets the second and fourth Saturdays of each month at 2pm. Gardiner, free, 255-1255.

3PM-5PM “Deep Air” Arts Series: Jonathan Skinner and Ecology, Language, Spoils of the Landscape. Ages 10 and up. Explore the environment, history and literature with professor and writer Jonathan Skinner. Lecture followed

by Q&A, cake and tea. Info:518-828-1872 x 103.

Olana, 5720 State Route 9G, Hudson, $5.

3:30PM Stringendo is proud to present the Vivace, Chaconne, Tarantella, Mazurka, Intermezzo and Prelude orchestras along with the Strawberry Hill Fiddlers, Raspberries, Cranberries and Boysenberries in concert. Info: www.bardavon.org. Bardavon 1869 Opera House, 35 Market St, Poughkeepsie, $20, $10 /senior/student.

4PM Spaghetti Dinner. Fundraiser for The Charles R. Haas Memorial Scholarship Fund. Take outs will be available. Sponsored by The High Falls Fire Company. High Falls Firehouse, High Falls, $9, $6 /5-12, free /under 5.

5 PM -7 PM Opening Reception: “Ocular Concepts.” Photographs by Andrew Halpern.

Exhibits through 4/24. Info: 845-876-0543.

Montgomery Row Second Level, 6423 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck.

5:30PM Mid-Hudson Misfits Roller Derby Home Bout against Hill City Rollers. Info: 845-626-7971. Skate Time 209, 5164 Route 209, Accord, $12.

6PM Stealing All Transmissions: An Evening of Local Celebrity, Subversive Commentary, Community Radio and Fancy Cuisine. A benefit for WIOX Community Radio. Limited seating.

Reservations: 607-326-3900. Spillian, 50 Fleischmanns Heights Rd, Fleischmanns, $50.

6PM Intro to Shamanism/ Meet your Power Animal. Local Shaman of 25 years, Fred Friedlander leads the workshop. Topics include: Journeying, Identifying your Power Animal/ Spirit Animal, Healing practices and finding balance.

Info: 845-835-8345. The Enchanted Café, 7484 S 6PM-7PM Scenic Hudson’s Tuesday Evening Lecture Series - Local Produce. Conservation Easements: What, Why & How? Info: aconeski@scenichudson.org, 845-473-4440, ext. 273.

Scenic Hudson, Long Dock Park, 8 Long Dock Rd, Beacon.

6PM-9PM Opening Reception: Astrid Nordness, Exhibits through 4/12. Info: 845-688-2142. Arts Upstairs Gallery, 60 Main St, Phoenicia.

March 19, 2015 6PM Intro to Shamanism/ Meet your Power Animal. Local Shaman of 25 years, Fred Friedlander leads the workshop. Topics include: Journeying, Identifying your Power Animal/ Spirit Animal, Healing practices and finding balance.

Info: 845-835-8345. The Enchanted Café, 7484 S 6:30PM-8:30PM Artist Reception: It’s Ok to Be A Realist. A group of sixteen artists whose work demonstrates the range and depth of the Realist tradition while adhering to traditional artistic values. Exhibits through 5/2. Info: 845-784-1146 or vwalsh@annstreetgallery.org.

6:30PM O+ Festival Benefit. “Art for Art’s Sake”, a live auction of artworks and vintage art. All proceeds benefit O+. Info: 845-331-0030 or outdatedcafe@gmail.com. Outdated: An Antique Café, 314 Wall St, Kingston.

6:30PM-8:30PM Artist Reception: It’s ok to be a Realist. A group of sixteen artists whose work demonstrates the range and depth of the Realist tradition while adhering to traditional artistic values. Exhibits through 5/2. Info: 845-784-1146 or vwalsh@annstreetgallery.org.

7PM Movies With Spirit: “Walking the Camino: Six Ways to Santiago” (2013). Info: 845-389-9201.

Episcopal Church of the Messiah, 6436 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck, $5.

7PM Live at the Library! Only more snow can save you! Standup tragedians and haplessparodists Mikhail Horowitz and Gilles Malkine, along with the fabledPrinces of Serendip, will make their annual winter appearance.Woodstock Library, 5 Library Ln, Woodstock. Admission is free, but donations for the library aregratefully accepted.

7PM Live at Kindred Spirits: Acoustic Jazz featuring Grammy winner Malcolm Cecil on bass, guitarist Steve Raleigh, pianist Peter Tomlinson, NYC saxophonist Al Guart and local guest artists.

No cover or minimum! Kindred Spirits, 334 Rte 32A, Palenville, 518-678-3101.

7PM Andy Cooney With Special Guest Girsa A St. Patrick’s Day celebration, will feature both traditional Irish music and fare. Info: www.

BethelWoodsCenter.org. Bethel Woods, Bethel, $47, $42.

7PM The Naked Fiddle. Kevin Burke plays his solo concert. The event has a bring your own beer and wine policy. Info: 845-802-6515; www.studioredhook.com. Studio Red Hook, St. Paul’s Hall, Red Hook, $27.

7PM Paint it Purple: Women’s Concert. Celebrate International Women’s Day. Alix Dobkin, Julie Novak, Nedra Johnson & Ditto Duo. Info: 845-331-5300 or www.lgbtqcenter.org. Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center, Apuzzo Hall, 300 Wall St, Kingston, $15, $10 7PM Live @ The Falcon: The Band - A Tribute to THE BAND! Info: www.liveatthefalcon.com or 845-236-7970. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

7PM-8:30PM Acoustic Americana with Bernstein Bard Trio. Info: 845-255-1255. Gardiner Library, 133 Farmer’s Turnpike, Gardiner.

7PM-10PM Sonnie Chiebba and the Jailbreakers. Ages 21 plus. Info: 845-853-8049. Uncle Willy’s, 31 North Front St, Kingston.

7:30PM The How and the Why. TheaterSounds Hudson River Valley Playreading Series presents a staged reading of Sarah Treem’s keenly perceptive play. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Catskills, 320 Sawkill Rd, Kingston, free.

7:30PM The Wizard of Oz. Presented by The Stissing Theatre Guild. Info: 518-398-1272. Stissing Mountain Middle/High School, Pine Plains, $12, $10 /student/senior.

7:30PM Poughkeepsie Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild Coffeehouse Series. Open mic format followed by the featured performer, Jane March. Info: 845-229-0170 or hvfolks@aol. com. Unitarian Fellowship, South Randolph Ave, Poughkeepsie, $6, $5 /senior.

7:30PM Movies With Spirit: “Walking the Camino: Six Ways to Santiago” Info: 845-3899201 or gerryharrington@mindspring.com. Episcopal Church of the Messiah, 6436 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck, $5.

7:30PM “Mary Poppins the Broadway Musical” Info: 845-338-2750. Coleman High School, 430 Hurley Ave, Kingston, $16, $11 /under 12.

7:30PM Mustard’s Retreat. Info: 518-346-6204 or www.8thstep.org. 8th Step at Proctors, 432 State St, Schenectady, $30 /gold circle, $24.

7:30PM Saturday Night Live Music & Noodles.

2nd set at 9pm.No cover, $5 donations to musicians recommended. Info: 845-255-8811 or www.

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

7:30PM Stringendo is proud to present the Vivace, Chaconne, Tarantella, Mazurka, Intermezzo and Prelude orchestras along with the Strawberry Hill Fiddlers, Raspberries, Cranberries and Boysenberries in concert. Info: www.bardavon.org. Bardavon 1869 Opera House, 35 Market St, Poughkeepsie, $20, $10 /senior/student.

8PM La Cage Aux Folles. Broadway musical

by Jerry Herman and Harvey Fierstein will be presented by Up In One Productions. Info: 845-876-3080 or www.centerforperformingarts. org Center for Performing Arts, Route 308, Rhinebeck, $27, $25 /senior.

8PM Gospel, R&B and Soul. Ralph Williams, Jermaine Paul, Arealyah Star, Mina Thomas, Corey Dandridge and Friends, Voices of CWC, The Sound of the Cathedral. Info: 845-784-1199. Lobby at the Ritz Theater, 107 Broadway, Newburgh, $20.

8PM Michael Packer Blues Band. Info: 845-6793484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill

NIGHT SKY

This total eclipse, and the one coming up Finding the universe’s best stuff

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riday, March 20 marks not just the Vernal Equinox but also a total solar eclipse. This best spectacle in all of nature can only be seen along a narrow path that skirts past Iceland, passes over the remote Faeroe Islands of Scotland and then curves upward to the North Pole. Our tour company, Specialty Tours, long ago decided to pass on this event because the chances for cloudy weather are just too high. But at Slooh, the online observatory, we have sent a team to transmit live images of the eclipsed Sun just in case they can find a hole in the clouds.

However, just between you and me, watching a solar totality on a computer screen is like reading a description of warm tropical waters as opposed to diving in. Computers are great, but some things in life must be experienced in person.

A bright exploding meteor or rare brilliant comet invokes gasps in person, but looks only so-so on a screen. So it’s good that thousands of people are each spending thousands of dollars trying to see Friday’s total eclipse. I hope they succeed. But whether they do or not, be advised that for the first time in 38 years, a solar totality is coming here to the mainland US. Next year I’ll talk about the narrow path of totality in detail, and the weather prospects along the entire coast-to-coast ribbon of darkness where the spectacle will unfold on August 21, 2017 – and even where our group will be, in case you’d like to tag along.

This brings up a larger question: How to get the Biggest Bang for the buck, when it comes to natural spectacles. After a solar totality, second-best in the “mindblowing” department is the aurora borealis. We get great ones right here, although it is now 14 years since the last truly spectacular apparition of the Northern Lights in our region.

At the moment, I’m in central Alaska leading a group to see them there.

Third-best is a “Great Comet” – and these appear every 15 to 20 years on average. After the rare double whammy that we had in 1996 and 1997, with Hyakutake and Hale-Bopp, we’ve waited our full usual no-comet interval, thanks to ISON proving to be a piece of vomit in 2013. Right now, none is in sight. A supercomet is typically discovered a few months to even a full year before it maximally brightens, so it doesn’t look as if 2015 will be our year.

A great meteor shower is a distant fourth on the cosmic hit parade. We had our best in the predawn hours of November 18, 2001, and I know that a number of you braved the cold post-midnight darkness and took advantage of cloudless skies, and indeed saw the best meteor display of your life. Six brilliant green shooting stars per minute, most

Rd, Woodstock.

with lingering trails: unforgettable.

This year, though not in that league, the famous summer Perseid shower will perform for two nights under ideal moonless conditions.

So mark the nights of August 11 and 12 on your calendar, and expect a meteor a minute after midnight, both nights.

As for places to go, it’s wonderfully starry in the Adirondacks and especially away from towns in Montana, Wyoming and the American Southwest.

My favorites, though, are some secret spots in Chile, and I hope that some of you join us at Specialty Tours.

(Sneaking in that plug is obnoxious, but I can’t help it. Some readers have come along in recent years, and it’s just too cool.) However, when all is said and done, our entire region is surrounded by pristine skies and lovely stars, and the farthest that you must drive is a mere halfhour if you head in the right direction.

Five years ago, the WILL LYTLE | ALMANAC WEEKLY world ’s population passed a milestone: More people now live in cities than in rural areas. Astounding views of the universe are becoming scarcer – but not for us. Whether you wish to spend a fortune or not one penny, the universe awaits. And you know it is patient.

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

kid-friendly activities. Info: 845-481-4198or www. kingstontrainshow.com. Andy Murphy Midtown Recreation Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston, $6, $1 /under 12.

12PM-4:30PM The Purpose of SHAME, The Power of EMPATHY. Info: 3021 Route 213 East.

Admission by donation. Christ the King Episcopal Church, 3021 Route 213 East, Stone Ridge. $5.

8PM 32nd Annual Festival of Dance. A celebration of dance with performances featuring various styles of dance and top notch dance companies, showcasing choreographers and dancers.

Produced by the Ulster Ballet Company. Info: : 845-339-6088 or www.Ulsterballet.org. UlsterPerforming Arts Center, 601 Broadway, Kingston.

10AM-12PM HVP 43rd String Competition. Semifinalists. Info: 845-473-2072 or www.bardavon. org. Vassar College, Skinner Hall, Poughkeepsie.

12:30 PM Kayaking: How to Get Started.

They’ll tell you how to get started, what gear you’ll need, where to go paddling, where to meet other paddlers and where to get instruction on your technique. Info: mrurmston@gmail.com or 845-549-4671 or www.MidHudsonADK.org.

GardinerLibrary, 133 Farmer’s Turnpike, Gardiner.

8:30PM-12AM The Frolic! An All-Ages Ecstatic Dance. All dance abilities welcome; no partner required. This monthly volunteer-run dance is alcohol & substance-free. Info: info@freestylefrolic.org or 845-658-8319. 15 Railroad Ave (Center for Creative Education, 2nd

10AM MidHudson ADK Hike: “Maple Weekend Day” at Madava Farms. Moderate hike. Leader: Salley Decker at 845-454-4206 sadecker2002@ yahoo.com. Register with leader. Info: www.

MidHudsonADK.org. Madava Farms, 47 McCourt Rd, Dover Plains.

8:30PM The B Boyz. Featuring Tom, Benni, Barry, Mark, Peter, Mike, and Barry. Info: 845-687-2699 or highfallscafe@earthlink.net. High Falls Cafe, Stone Dock Golf Club, 12 Stone Dock Rd, High Falls.

10:30AM-12:30PM Free Meditation Practice at Sky Lake Shambhala Retreat Ctr. Meets every Sunday. Sitting and walking meditation with short teaching and discussion from Pema Chodron books or video. Free and open to the public. Contact info: 845-658-8556 orwww. skylake.shambhala.org. Sky Lake, 22 Hillcrest Ln, Rosendale.

8PM Rudy w/ The Backbeat Band, Info: 845-2298277. Hyde Park Brewing Co, 4076 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park.

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100th Anniversary of St. Paul’s (Zion’s) Evangelical Lutheran Church. Pastor Dennis O’Rourke will be guest preacher to help celebrate. A reception will follow. Info: 845-758-0151. St. Paul’s (Zion’s) Evangelical Lutheran Church, South Broadway, Red Hook.

7AM-1PM John Burroughs Natural History Society: Tivoli Bay Birding. Carpool. Trip leader Mark DeDea (forsythnature@aol.com or 845-339-1277) . Careful, respectful observations of Bald Eagle family life will highlight the walk.

Info: www.jbnhs.org. Informal Park andRide on Rt. 32, Rt. 32, just west of the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge, Kingston.

9AM-5PM Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Renewal Course. You must be currently certified in PALS to take this abridged course.

Course completion results in a two-year PALS certification card from the American Heart Association. Pre-registration and payment arerequired.

Info: 845-475-9742. Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Poughkeepsie, $150.

9AM Reading of the Work of Jacques Lacan.

Moderated by Dr. Anna McLellan, member of the Apres-Coup Psychoanalytic Association. Please call to confirm. Info: 845-876-5800. Morton Memorial Library, 82 Kelly St, Rhinecliff.

10AM-4PM The Kingston Model Train and Railroad Hobby Show, 11, 000 square feet of operating train layouts in all scales. Extensive dealer and vendor tables and model train exhibits. Childrens’ Fun Corner featuring balloons and

10AM Sunday Brunch @ The Falcon: The Willa McCarthy Band. Info: www.liveatthefalcon.com or 845-236-7970. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

11AM-12PM Tiny Temple to Celebrate Passover.

The children will learn about the holiday through crafts and other fun activities, in a relaxed and friendly setting, and a healthy snack will be served.

RSVP. Info: tinytemple@vassartemple.org or www. vassartemple.org .Vassar Temple, 140 Hooker Ave, Poughkeepsie.

12PM-2PM Opening Reception: The Photography Show. The show, juried by Ariel Shanberg, the Executive Director of the Center for Photography of Woodstock NY, will run through April 27. Info: 845-679-4937 wjcarts@gmail.com. Woodstock Jewish Congregation, Gallery LevShalem, 1682 Glasco Turnpike, Woodstock.

12PM-6PM Sample Sale, This Weekend Only - Pop up shop by Kelli Bickman. Fine Art into Active Wear & Ready-to-Wear. 100% original.

Made in USA. 12-6pm. Thurs-Sun at Spirols Gallery, 196 Main Street, Saugerties, NY 12477. www.1111style.com. kbickman@gmail.com.

12PM Blue Gold World Water Wars. The film is based on the book Blue Gold:The Fight to Stop the Corporate Theft of the World’s Water by Maude Barlow and Tony Clarke and examines the ongoing worldwide battle for control of water resources.

Mountain View Studio, Woodstock.

12PM-4PM 1st Annual Easter Craft/Vendor Fair.

Saugerties Police will be there with Diaz Ambulance inspecting car seats and fingerprinting. The Easter Bunny will visit between 1:00 and 2:30 pm. There’ll also be face painting and a coloring contest for the children. Easter Raffle, food and beverages will be available for purchase.The Boys & Girls Club ,45 Partition St, Saugerties.

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

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-3PM Mohonk Preserve: Kids’ Day in the Sugarbush. A short hike and a sweet treat and enjoy the fun of maple sugaring. Ages 4 & up.

Space is limited, call for reservation and meeting place. Info: 845-255-0919. Mohonk Preserve, New Paltz, $5.

1PM-4PM Square/Contra Dance. Halcott Center Grange. A collaboration between Catskill Folk Connection and The Pine Hill Community Center to bring monthly square and contra dancing to this area. The Tremperskill Boys with John Jacobson calling. $10 includes refreshments.

1PM-4PM Hudson Valley Beer & Cheese Festival. Aroma Thyme’s chef/owner Marcus Guilano has teamed up with Tommy Keegan once again to throw a big beer and cheese party in the Keegan brewery.!Chef Marcus is making several dishes that feature local Hudson Valley farmstead cheeses. Tommy is naturally in charge of the beer, and we’re gathering all of our Hudson Valley brewers and Distiller friends to join the party. As the date draws near, look for an up-to-date list of attending breweries at KeeganAles.comTickets are only $50 presale or $55 at the door.Admission includes unlimited samples of both beer and food, as well as a souvenir tasting glass.To purchase tickets, click the link below:www.eventbrite. com/e/hudson-valley-beer-cheese-festival-tickets.

Keegan Ales,20 St James St, Kingston.

1:30PM Mid-Hudson ADK Hike: Minnewaska Lagniappe Walk. Leader: Sue Mackson 845-4719892 suemackson@gmail.com. Register with leader. Info: www.MidHudsonADK.org. Rte 299 Park and Ride, Rte 299, New Paltz.

2PM-4PM Family Fun Harmonica Fest. Featuring David Laks & the Masterful Music Mavens!

A benefit for local agencies serving the people of Ulster County. Admission includes: harmonica, learning guide & refreshments. Reg reqr’d. Info: 845-338-8131; www.ucjf.org. SUNYUlster, Vanderlyn Hall, College Lounge, Stone Ridge, $15, $10

/6-12.

2PM The General’s Lady. Historian/author Willa Skinner is this year’s recipient of Martha Washington Woman of History Award. Info: 845-5621195. Washington’s Headquarters, Liberty St & Washington, Newburgh.

2PM Concert: Singer-songwriters Turner Adams and Stuart Kabak. Info: 845-229-7791.

Hyde Park Free Library Annex, Hyde Park.

2PM 3rd Annual Olga Santora PhD Women’s History Series. This year’s lecture will feature Historical Re-enactor Maxine Getty as she presents the program - Lady in Mourning - a picture of what life was like for women in the mid nineteenth-century and how they mourned the men intheir lives. Bronck Museum, Vedder Research Library, Coxsackie, free.

2PM Opening Reception: Annual Iyoya Children’s Art Show. An outpouring of more than 200 artworks by local nursery, elementary, and intermediate school students will be displayed in the exhibition. Exhibits through 3/27. Info: www. vassar.edu. Vassar College, James W. Palmer Auditorium, Poughkeepsie.

2PM Bread Making by Hand” Workshop. Participants will explore traditional and contemporary ingredients, techniques and methods for white, whole grain and even gluten-free breads. Reg reqr’d. Info: 845-985-7700 or www.timeandthevalleysmuseum.org. Time and the ValleysMuseum, 332 Main St, Grahamsville, free.

2PM 10 Critical Things to Know About Supporting Your ADD/ADHD Child: Best Strategies and Habits. Reg reqr’d. Info: 845-876-4030 or www. starrlibrary.org. Starr Library, 68 W Market St, Rhinebeck, free.

2:30PM Songs of the Abolitionist, Temperance and Women’s Suffrage Movements. This concert features Lydia Adams Davis and Pat Lammana dressed in period garb. Info: www.poklib.org or 845-485-3445 X 3702. Auditorium, 105 Market St, Poughkeepsie.

3PM “Mary Poppins the Broadway Musical” Info: 845-338-2750. Coleman High School, 430 Hurley Ave, Kingston, $16, $11 /under 12.

3PM Reading of Author McKenzie Willis’ Children’s Book Tales of the Rainbow Forest. For children ages four to eight accompanied by an adult. Info: www.askforarts.org or 845-338-0333.

Arts Society of Kingston, 97 Broadway, Kingston, $8 /suggested donation.

3PM Heartstrings - Songs of Love, Longing and Loss. Katherine Johnson, soprano and Richard Udell, guitar. Presented by the Mid-Hudsin Guitar Society. Info: www.mhcgs.blogspot.com. Morton Memorial Library & Community House, 82 Kelly St, Rhinecliff, $10.

3PM-5PM HVP 43rd String Competition. Finalists. Info: 845-473-2072 or www.bardavon.org.

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3PM La Cage Aux Folles. Broadway musical

by Jerry Herman and Harvey Fierstein will be presented by Up In One Productions. Info: 845-876-3080 or www.centerforperformingarts. org Center for Performing Arts, Route 308, Rhinebeck, $27, $25 /senior.

3PM Reading of Author McKenzie Willis’ Children’s Book Tales of the Rainbow Forest. For children ages four to eight accompanied by an adult.

Info: www.askforarts.org or 845-338-0333. Arts Society of Kingston, 97 Broadway, Kingston, $8 /suggested donation.

4PM-6PM Woodstock Community Drum Circle.

Drummers on The Green are hosted by Birds of a Feather. Singers & dancers are all welcome. Bring your drums and percussion instruments. On-going on Sundays, 4-6pm. Community Center, 56 Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

4PM Hudson Valley YA Society: “Keep YA Weird” featuring authors Andrew Smith & Holly Black Recommended for Ages 12-Adult. Info: 845-8760500. Oblong Books & Music, 6422 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck, free.

5PM-8PM World Water Day. Hosted by KingstonCitizens.org. Guest speakers will include water advocates and a special presentation of youth and prayers and tradition dance and song from local Native American communities. Also, jazz musicians Jack DeJohnette and LarryGrenadier. BSP, 323 Wall St, Kingston.

5PM-7:30PM RVHHC Spring Sound & Energy Healing Fundraiser. A Multi-dimensional, Vernal Equinox, Sound and Energy Healing Celebration and Fundraiser for the Rondout Valley Holistic Health Community! RSVP. Info: nisha328@earthlink.net or 845-430-0351 or www.rvhhc.org.Lifebridge Sanctuary, 333 Mountain Rd, Rosendale, $20.

5PM-8PM World Water Day. Hosted by KingstonCitizens.org. Guest speakers will include water advocates and a special presentation of youth and prayers and tradition dance and song from local Native American communities. Also, jazz musicians Jack DeJohnette and LarryGrenadier. BSP, 323 Wall St, Kingston.

7PM Just Jim Dale. One night only. Info: 518-8284800 or www.helsinkihudson.com. Club Helsinki Hudson, 405 Columbia St, Hudson.

7PM Live @ The Falcon: “All About Elvis” and “200 Cadillacs” w/ Rex Fowler of Aztec Two Step - Film & performance. Info: www.liveatthefalcon. com or 845-236-7970. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

8PM Marji Zintz. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

8PM David Bromberg Quintent. Info: 845-6794406. Bearsville Theater, Tinker St, Woodstock, $70 /first row, $55 /golden circle, $45.

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Call for Artists’ Submissions- The Stories We Tell, the 2015 edition of the Hudson Valley Artists series. The deadline for artist submission is 3/23. Web: www.dorskymuseum.submittable. com/submit/39262. SUNY New Paltz, The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art, 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, 845-6795906, x 1012. Karma Triyiana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock.

9AM-4PM Painterly Solarplate Prints. (3/233/25) Looking for a painterly, non-toxic printmaking medium? You’ll see the light when you try your hand with the expert guidance of Kate McGloughlin making solarplate prints...etching with light! Info:www.woodstockschoolofart.org.

Woodstock School of Art |, 2470 Rte. 212, Woodstock, $320.

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.

Town Hall, Main Room, 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.

Olympic Diner, Washington Ave, Kingston.

10AM-4PM Adult Art Workshop. Oils, acrylics, with some supplies provided, $5 drop-in. Info: 845-657-9735. Shokan.

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. Fire Co #1 Rt 212, Woodstock.

11AM St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Easter Egg Hunt. Village of Montgomery, Montgomery.

12:15PM Rhinebeck Rotary Club Meeting.

Beekman Arms, Rhinebeck, 914-244-0333.

1PM Needlework Group. On-going every Monday, 1pm. Info:845-338-5580, x1005. Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen.

1PM-4PM Free Tax Preparation Help. Appointments are necessary. Please call 845-255-0791, Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m, to schedule an appointment. Olive Free Library, Rt 28A, West Shokan.

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

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older for minimum contribution of $2. St. John’s Community Center, R.C.

2044. Stone Ridge Library, 3700 Main St, Stone Ridge.

845-876-0500. Oblong Books & Music, 6422 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck, free.

3PM-4:30PM Duct TapeCraft Group. Grades 4 and up. Info: 845-687-2044 or www.stoneridgelibrary.org. Stone Ridge Library, 3700 Main St, Stone Ridge.

10AM-11:30AM Parkinson’s Dance & Exercise Class. Led by Anne Olin. For people with PD & other neurological disorders. Groups are challenging, creative and fun! Info: 679-6250. $13/ oneclass or $20/two classes. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 207 Albany Ave, Kingston.

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.

10AM-12:30PM Minnewaska Preserve: Tuesday Trek: High Peter’s Kill Loop Hike. Two mile hike.

Pre-registration is required. Info: 845-255-0752.

Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Peter’s Kill Area, Gardiner, $8 /car.

7PM Open Mic Music. Info: 845-679-3484.

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

3PM-5PM Math Help with Phyllis Rosato. All ages Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Public Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia.

4PM Free Training Ssessions on Medicare. For residents who are approaching 65 or anyone would just like to learn more about Medicare. Northern Dutchess Hospital, Center for Healthy Aging, Rhinebeck.

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.

5:30PM-7:30PM Rockin’ Rooks: Morton Youth Chess Club. Every Monday. Students in grades K - 12 are welcome to join for fun, learning, and tournament competition. Reg reqr’d. Info: 845-8765810 or racersplace@hotmail.com. Morton Memorial Library & Community House, 82 Kelly 5:30PM-7:30PM Esopus Business Alliance: Welcome Spring Mixer. A joint networking event of the EBA and the Southern Ulster Chamber of Commerce. Complementary refreshments, guests are welcome. Pre-registration is mandatory, contact: esopusalliance@gmail.com or call 845 384-1650. Holy Cross Monastery, 1615 Rte 9W, West Park.

6PM-9PM Meeting of End the New Jim Crow Action Committee. A Hudson Valley network dedicated to fighting racist policies of racial profiling, police brutality, and mass incarceration (the “new Jim Crow”). Info: 845-475-8781 or www. enjan.org New Progressive Baptist Church, Poughkeepsie.

6PM-8PM Women’s Clothing Swap. Bring your clean, gently used clothing and accessories and swap for something new. Free and open for all. All left behinds will be donated. Info: 845-338-8850.

Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen.

6:30PM-8:30PM Mid-Hudson Rainbow Chorus Rehearsal. Info: rainbowchorus1@gmail.com or 216-402-3232. This four-part chorus of LGBTQ & LGBTQ-friendly singers always welcomes new members.Sopranos, altos, tenors, and basses all voice parts needed. Ability to read music not req but helpful. Rehearsals every Mon, 6:30-8:30pm.

No charge for first rehearsal. LGBTQ Center, 300 Wall St, Kingston, $25 /month.

6:30PM-8:30PM Zero Net Energy Home Talk.

The discussion topics include high performance homes versus traditional homes, by Anthony Aebi of Greenhill Contracting. Reg reqr’d.

Info: 845-255-5634 or www.gardinerlibrary. org. Gardiner Library, 133 Farmer’s Turnpike, Gardiner.

6:30PM Book Discussion: “Fever” by Mary Beth Keane. Featured performer Dana Tompkins.

Sign-up and pre-show (featuring Never2Late) at 1:30pm. Open mic performances at 2pm. Feature at 3:15pm. Info: 845-229-7791. Hyde Park Free Library Annex, Hyde Park.

6:30PM-8:30PM Zero Net Energy Home Talk.

The discussion topics include high performance homes versus traditional homes, by Anthony Aebi of Greenhill Contracting. Reg reqr’d.

Info: 845-255-5634 or www.gardinerlibrary. org. Gardiner Library, 133 Farmer’s Turnpike, Gardiner.

7PM Live @ The Falcon: Corey Dandridge’s World of Gospel Residency. Info: 845-236-7970.

The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

7:30PM The Waterman Bird Club’s Monthly Meeting . Tom Stephenson, co-author of the acclaimed book The Warbler Guide, will present “The Warbler Guide: The Overlooked ID Points that Make Identifying Warblers Easy.Freedom Plains Church Parish Hall, Route 55 ,Freedom Plains.

7:30PM Free Class: Find Peace-Learn to Meditate. All are welcome. Sponsored by Sri Chinmoy Centre. Woodstock Reformed Church, 16 Tinker St, Woodstock, free.

8PM Open Mic Poetry. Info: 845-679-3484.

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

Tuesday

3/24

9AM-2PM Indoor Play For Tots. Tues, Wed & Thurs - 9 am- 2 pm, thru the end of March. Closes when Kingston Schools are closed or delayed.

Andy Murphy Midtown Neighborhood Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston.

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.

10AM-12PM Knitting & Crocheting @ Grinnell Library. A chance to meet with fellow enthusiasts! For beginners to advanced. Reg reqr’d. Info: 845-297-3428. Grinnell Library, 2642 East Main St, Wappingers Falls.

10AM-12PM Knitting & Crocheting @ Grinnell Library. A chance to meet with fellow enthusiasts! For beginners to advanced. Reg reqr’d. Info: 845-297-3428. Grinnell Library, 2642 East Main St, Wappingers Falls.

10:30AM-5PM Together Tuesdays. New early literacy program with Frannie for kids birth through preschool. Story, craft, and play. Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Public Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia.

10:30AM-11:30AM Toddler Time! Join Miss Penny for a fun-filled story time for the very young! Appropriate for ages 1-3. Info: 845-7573771 or tivoliprograms@gmail.com. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, free.

10:30AM-5PM Tax Preparation Assistance. AARP Tax-Aide professionals will offer tax preparation assistance for seniors and low-income tax payers.

Appointments necessary. Please call 845-255-0791 to schedule an appointment. Kingston Library, Community Room, 55 Franklin St, 3:30PM-4:30PM After School Story Hour. for second & third grades. Info: 845-687-2044. Stone Ridge Library, 3700 Main St, Stone Ridge.

4PM LEGO Club . A full hour of free play with our HUGE collection of LEGOs & DUPLOs! For kids of all ages. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Info: 845-757-3771 or tivoliprograms@ gmail.com. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, free.

4PM Stories & Fun with Laura Gail! Families with children between 3 and 7 are invited to join Laura for a great afternoon story time. Info: 845-757-3771 or tivoliprograms@gmail.com.

Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, free.

5:30PM Phoenicia Community Choir. Sing with your neighbors and prepare for concerts. No need to read music, no audition. On-going, Tuesdays, 5:30pm. Info: 845-688-2169. Wesleyan Church, basement, Main St, Phoenicia.

6 PM Maverick Festival Chamber Music Program. SUNY New Paltz Music Department will perform scores from the original 1915 Maverick Festival in Woodstock. Info: www.newpaltz.edu/ museum or 845-257-3844 SUNY New Paltz, Dorsky Museum, New Paltz.

6PM-9PM Kingston YMCA Farm Project Spring Kick-off Party. Event will feature food and drink specials, a silent auction and raffle with excellent prizes from local businesses, a kid’s craft table and play station, and a special toast to Spring.

Info: 503-944-9626. TheAnchor, 744 Broadway, Kingston, $10, free /child.

6PM The Maverick Festival at 100. SUNY New Paltz Music Department will perform scores from the original 1915 Maverick Festival in Woodstock..

Info: 845-257-3844. SUNY New Paltz, Dorsky Museum, New Paltz.

6PM-8PM Discovering the Black Madonna with authors Clark Stand, Suzan Saxman and Perdita Finn. In this workshop, delve into how the reclamation of the black mothers of the womb and tomb can help to find the way back to a healing relationship. Info: 845-679-2100.Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $25.

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

6PM Lenten Study at Saint James Lake Delaware: A History of Christianity in Britain. Fr. James Krueger will teach. All are welcome to attend the class regardless of church membership. Info: 607-832-4401, saintjames@delhitel. net. Saint James Church Lake Delaware, 55 Lake St, Delaware.

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. Mountainview Studio, Woodstock.

6PM-8PM Discovering the Black Madonna with authors Clark Stand, Suzan Saxman and Perdita Finn. In this workshop, delve into how the reclamation of the black mothers of the womb and tomb can help to find the way back to a healing relationship. Info: 845-679-2100.Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $25.

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.

7PM Lecture on Framers of Constitution at SUNY Ulster. Spring 2015 SUNY Ulster Institute for Constitutional Studies Lecture on the Framers of the Constitution. College Lounge in Vanderlyn Hall on the Stone Ridge campus.

10AM Preschool Story Hour. Info: 845-657-2482.

Olive Free Library, Rt 28A, West Shokan, free.

7 PM -9 PM Open Mic. On-going, Tuesdays, 7-9pm. Inquiring Minds Bookstore, 200 Main St, Saugerties, 246-5775.

10AM-11AM Toddler Time. This Story-time and Play-time run by Amy Dunphy is geared for toddlers, babies and their caregiver. Info: 845-687-

7 PM Presentation, Q&A & Book Signing: Laura Van Den Berg. Author of “Find Me.” Info:

7PM Morton Yarn Evenings with Cher. Every Tuesdays. Bring projects to work on, get advice from others, share your expertise, or just come to enjoy the company of other yarn enthusiasts.

Info: 845-876-1085 or yarn.witch@gmail.com Morton Memorial Library & Community House, Rhinebeck.

7 PM Presentation, Q&A & Book Signing: Laura Van Den Berg. Author of “Find Me.” Info: 845-876-0500. Oblong Books & Music, 6422 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck, free.

7PM-10PM Jazz Jam. Every Tuesday, 7-10pm.

452-3232. The Derby, 96 Main St, Poughkeepsie.

7PM-8:30PM Weekly Opportunity Workshop . Meets every Tuesday night, 7pm-8:30pm.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.

7:30PM Spring Concerto Concert SUNY Ulster’s Wind and String Ensembles will perform with featured soloists. Info: 845-687-5262. SUNY Ulster, Quimby Theater, Stone Ridge, free.

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. Catamount Restaurant, Mt. Pleasant.

Wednesday

3/25

7:30AM-9AM Talk on Elder Law 101: Planning for Disability. A breakfast seminar for anyone who’s a senior citizen, knows a senior citizen or plans to be one. Presented by Sara McGinty. Info: info@rosendalechamber.org. The Rosendale Café, 434 Main St, Rosendale, $20.

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. Fire Co. #1, Rt 212, Woodstock.

9AM Waterman Bird Club Field Trip: Vassar Farms. Call: Adrienne @ 845-264-2015. Info: www.watermanbirdclub.org. Vassar Farms, parking lot, 4097 Albany Post Rd, Poughkeepsie.

9AM Dutchess/Ulster/Sullivan/Orange Math League Championship Meet. A talk by Adam Lowrance, assistant professor of mathematics at 10:30am. Awards will be presented to the winners at approximately 11am. Info: www.vassar. edu. Vassar College, Rockefeller Hall, Rm 300, Poughkeepsie.

9AM-2PM Indoor Play For Tots. Tues, Wed & Thurs - 9 am- 2 pm, thru the end of March. Closes when Kingston Schools are closed or delayed.

Andy Murphy Midtown Neighborhood Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston.

10AM-11AM “Boogie Woogie Books!” APreschool Story Time. Open to children ages 3-5. Info: 845-687-2044. Stone Ridge Library, 3700 Main St, Stone Ridge.

10AM Rhinebeck Garden Club Spring Meeting.

“Starting Your Garden” with member Dorothy Baran. Free and open to the public. Refreshments following lecture. Info: 845-876-6892. Rhinebeck Town Hall, Rhinebeck.

11AM Artist Presentation: Lisa Park, multidisciplinary. Info: 845-257-3830 or www. newpaltz.edu/art. SUNY New Paltz, Lecture Center 108, New Paltz, free.

11 AM Knitting Circle. Wednesdays. Info: 845-657-2482. Olive Free Library, Rt 28A, West Shokan, free.

11:30 AM-1 PM Nonviolent Communication Practice Group (NVC) in New Paltz. Learn Compassionate Communication as founded by Dr. Marshall Rosenberg. Meets the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month, 11:30am-1pm. To register: PracticingPeace-NewPaltz.com. New Paltz.

11:30AM-12:30PM Lunch & Learn Series: “The Doctor Will See You Now: A Physician’s Perspective on Medical Practice.”Dr. Anthony D’Ambrosio, Health Quest family medicine. Info: 845-471-0430. Hudson Valley Community Center, 110 S. Grand Ave, Poughkeepsie, $5 /lunch.

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.

1PM Sawkill Seniors Meeting. The meeting begins with a formal format, followed by a raffle, socializing and refreshments.All seniors are welcome. Town Hall, 906 Sawkill Rd, 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.

5:30PM Woodstock: Christian Centering

Prayer and Meditation. On-going, every Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm Everyone welcome.

845-679-9534. First Churchof Christ, Scientist, 89 Tinker St, Woodstock.

6PM Grooming 101. Local dog trainer, boarder, groomer, and instructor Rebecca Kent will lead a class. Dematting, undercoat removal, dealing with nails, fleas, and ticks. Reg reqr’d. Info: 845-7583241. Red Hook Library, 7444 S. Broadway, Red Hook.

6PM Woodstock Community Chorale. Sing with your neighbors and prepare for concerts. No need to read music, no audition. On-going, Wednesdays, 6pm. Info: 845-688-2169. Kleinert/James Center for the Arts, Tinker St, Woodstock.

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-8PM Ukulele Circle. Pull up a ukulele and learn a song! This is a friendly group who welcomes all comers. Info: 845-657-2482. Olive Free Library, Rt 28A, West Shokan, free.

6PM-8PM Meeting of End the New Jim Crow Action Committee. A Hudson Valley network dedicated to fighting racist policies of racial profiling, police brutality, and mass incarceration (the “new Jim Crow”). Info: 845-475-8781 or www. enjan.org Family Partnership Center, Sadie Peterson Delaney African Roots Library, 29 N Hamilton St, Poughkeepsie.

6:25PM-6:50PM Learn Remembrance. Info: 845-679-8989. Every Wednesday, 6:25-6:50pm.

Remembrance is a deep practice to connect with the Divine in your heart. Spiritual practice (see separate listing) at 7, immediately following this introduction, all are welcome ifyou attend or not.

RSVP. Flowing Spirit Healing, 33 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, free /donations welcome.

6:55PM-8PM Silent Spiritual Practice. Info: 845-679-8989. Every Wednesday, 6:55-8pm.

Group is for both people who currently have a silent spiritual practice such as meditation or Remembrance and those who would like to start such a practice. Q&A to follow.Flowing Spirit Healing, 33 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, free /donations welcome.

7PM “Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism” Class. Info: 845-679-5906, x 1012 or jan@ kagyu.org. On-going every Wed, 7pm. This free 90-minute program includes 30 minutes of Quiet Sitting Meditation followed by one of eight lectures on the history, practices andprinciples of the Karma Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism.

8 wk curriculum. Karma Triyana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock, free.

7PM “The History of the Hudson River Valley From Wilderness to the Civil War.” Vernon Benjamin, author/ historian. Info: 845-658-9013.

Rosendale Public Library, 264 Main St, Rosendale, free.

7PM Gold Dust Lounge, a surf/noir trio on tour from Miami, FL, performs live, original music.

Info: 5 Partition St. Free. Inquiring Minds Bookstore, 5 Partition St, Saugerties.

7PM-11PM Rosendale Chess Club. Free admission-no dues. On-going every Wed, 7-11pm.

Rosendale Café, Rosendale.

7:15PM Local Movie to Screen in Rosendale: “Pirate Birthday Party. “ New Paltz resident Peter Ferland has made a feature length movie with an entirely local cast. Info: 845-658-8989.

Rosendale Theatre, Main St, Rosendale.

7:30PM-8:30PM “Receiving Abundance in your Life.” Offering psycho-therapy powerful participation Techniques with MS. Patricia Mitchell. Every Wednesday. Call for address. 917-279-9546. Woodstock, free.

7:30PM The Poughkeepsie Newyorkers Barbershop Chorus. Meets every Wednesday night, 7:30pm. An evening of singing, fun & fellowship.A male a cappella group that sings in the American “Barbershop Style”of close four-part harmony.

Guests are always welcome. Sight reading not required. Info: wwwnewyorkerschorus.org. St. Andrews Church, 110 Overlook St, Poughkeepsie.

7PM Reclaiming Public Education. Learn More about the attack on Public Education and what you can to do push back. Sponsored by PACE Saugerties People Actively Committed to Education. A forum for Parents, Educators, Students & concerned Community Members. The Frank D. Greco Senior Center, 207 Market St, Saugerties.

Info: jennifermangion@yahoo.com 8PM Live Music. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Café @ 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.

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8:30AM-11:30AM Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) . Lecture by Robert F. Anda, MD, MS, a Principal Investigator of the ACES Study. Reg reqr’d. Info: www.familyservicesinc.formstack. com/forms/acepresentation Marist College, Nelly Goletti Theater, Poughkeepsie, $20.

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, 845-6795906, x 1012. Karma Triyiana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock.

8:30AM-11:30AM Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) . Lecture by Robert F. Anda, MD, MS, a Principal Investigator of the ACES Study. Reg reqr’d. Info: www.familyservicesinc.formstack. com/forms/acepresentation Marist College, Nelly Goletti Theater, Poughkeepsie, $20.

9AM-11:15AM New Paltz Playspace. NPZ Town Rec Center, off of Rte 32, New Paltz.

9AM-2PM Indoor Play For Tots. Tues, Wed & Thurs - 9 am- 2 pm, thru the end of March. Closes when Kingston Schools are closed or delayed.

Andy Murphy Midtown Neighborhood Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston.

9:30AM-10:30AM Senior Fit After 50 with Diane Collelo. Three-part class offering movement for balance and breath, weight-training for bone health, and mat work for flexibility and core. Open to Woodstock residents 55 and older, $1 donation requested. Town Hall, Woodstock.

10AM-5PM John Ruppert’s Yellow Orb/Homage to Van Gogh. Continues through May 31. Info: 914-232-9555. Katonah Museum of Art, 134 Jay St, Katonah.

10:30AM Book Worms - Intergenerational Program. ongoing every Thurs, 10:30am, thru the end of March. Area seniors read to children. Info: 845-481-7332. Andy Murphy Midtown Neighborhood Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston.

12PM-4PM Arlington Farmers’ Indoor Market.

845-437-7035 or alihall@vassar.edu. (Please note that the market will be on hiatus when the College is officially closed. Vassar College, North Atrium, 124 Raymond Ave, Poughkeepsie.

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.

2PM-3:30PM Brain Game. The class is open to adults of any skill level and meets every Thursday afternoon. Bring a pad and paper and join the fun!

Register for the class by calling 845-297-3428.

Grinnell Library, 2642 East Main St, Wappingers Falls.

3:30PM-4:30PM After School Story Hour.

Kindergarten and first grades. Info: 845-6872044. Stone Ridge Library, 3700 Main St, Stone Ridge.

4PM-5PM Mindfulness Meditation Practice.

Every Thursday at Mirabai. 30 minutes seated meditation followed by 15 minutes walking meditation. Chairs and Pillows provided. Feel free to bring your own cushion. Info: 845-679-2100.

Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

5:30PM-7PM SUNY Ulster Financial Aid Workshop. Learn to navigate the financial aid application process and complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), with the Director of Financial Aid. Reg reqr’d. Info: 845-6875096 or financialaid@sunyulster.edu.Business Resource Center, Room 116, Ulster Ave, Kingston.

6PM Hudson Valley Playwrights. Every Thursdays. A creative venue for local playwrights to developnew works, from first inspiration to final production. RSVP. Info: 845-217-0734, hudsonvalleyplaywrights@gmail.com, or www.hudsonvalleyplaywrights.com. Morton Memorial Library & Community House, 82 Kelly St, Rhinecliff.

6PM-7:30PM Seminar on Surgery to Relieve Lower Back Pain. The seminar will focus on innovative techniques in spinal disc replacement. Hosted by Healthquest. Info: 845-4836088. Mount Saint Mary College, Kaplan Family Library & Learning Center, Room 218, Newburgh.

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

6PM-7:30PM Seminar on Surgery to Relieve Lower Back Pain. The seminar will focus on innovative techniques in spinal disc replacement. Hosted by Healthquest. Info: 845-4836088. Mount Saint Mary College, Kaplan Family Library & Learning Center, Room 218, Newburgh.

6PM-7:30PM Computer Class. Basic Digital Literacy on computers, phones, devices, with 1:1 with volunteers. Registration required. Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Public Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia.

6PM Hudson Valley Playwrights. Every Thursdays. A creative venue for local playwrights to developnew works, from first inspiration to final production. RSVP. Info: 845-217-0734, hudsonvalleyplaywrights@gmail.com, or www.hudsonvalleyplaywrights.com. Morton Memorial Library & Community House, 82 Kelly St, Rhinecliff.

7PM Trivia Night with Paul Tully and Eric Stamberg. Info: 845-687-2699 or highfallscafe@ earthlink.net. High Falls Cafe, Stone Dock Golf Club, 12 Stone Dock Rd, High Falls.

7 PM -9 PM Japanese Movie Night: “Strait Jacket” Anime. Directed by Shinji Ushiro, written

by Ichir“ Sakaki, starring Ai Maeda, Shin’ichir“ Miki, Kei Shindou. Info: www.GKnoodles.com.

Gomen Kudasai, 215 Main St, New Paltz, free.

7PM-8:30PM Meeting of Middle East Crisis Response. A group of Hudson Valley residents joined together to promote peace and human rights in Palestine and the Middle East. Info:

845-876-7906 or www.mideastcrisis.org. Woodstock Public Library, 5 Library Ln, Woodstock.

7PM Gurdjieff Movements Class. Collective body of sacred dances that were collected or authored

by G. I. Gurdjieff and taught to his students as part of the work of self observation and self study.

Info: 845-527-6205. Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild, 34 Tinker St, Woodstock, $5.

7PM Live @ The Falcon: Donna Lewis “Brand New Day.” Info: 845-236-7970. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

7PM United States Air Force Heritage Brass Band. All attendees must have a ticket in order to be permitted into the auditorium. Passes are available by calling 845-454-1700 ext. 1000. Beacon High School, Beacon, free.

7PM Trivia Night with Paul Tully and Eric Stamberg. Info: 845-687-2699 or highfallscafe@ earthlink.net. High Falls Cafe, Stone Dock Golf Club, 12 Stone Dock Rd, High Falls.

7PM-8:30PM Prospective School Board Member Workshop for Ulster County. The workshop is designed for area residents who are interested in running for their local school board. Res reqr’d.

Info: 845-255-3040 or sbeck@ulsterboces.org Ulster BOCES, Jane Bullowa ConferenceCenter, 175 Route 32, Poughkeepsie.

7PM 25th Anniversary of the literary magazine Conjunctions. Special reading by members Mary Caponegro ’78, Ann Lauterbach, Neil Gaiman, Benjamin Hale, Robert Kelly, Francine Prose, and Morrow. Info: 845-758-7054 or mmorriss@bard. edu. Bard College, Olin Hall a, 7:30PM Steve Gorn-Luminous Ragas-Indian Classical Music. Steve Gorn on the bansuri Flute will be joined by Samir Chatterjee on tabla to perform ragas from the Hindustani classical music tradition, as well as folk melodies from North India. Info: trottl@sunyulster.edu. SUNY 8:30 PM Bluegrass Clubhouse with Brian Hollander, Tim Kapeluk, Geoff Harden, Fooch, Eric Weissberg and Bill Keith. Info: 845-6793484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

Friday

3/27

9AM-2PM Indoor Play For Tots. Tues, Wed & Thurs - 9 am- 2 pm, thru the end of March. Closes when Kingston Schools are closed or delayed.

Andy Murphy Midtown Neighborhood Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston.

Staatsburg.

10AM-8PM Capital District Garden & Flower Show (3/27-3/29). 150 garden themed exhibits, wine tastings, & hourly lectures and cooking demonstrations. Over 17, 000 square fee of designed, fully blooming landscape exhibits.

Partial proceeds benefit Wildwood Programs.

Info: www.gardenandflowershow.com/ Hudson Valley Community College, McDonough Sports Complex, Troy, $12.

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. Fire Co #1, Rt 212, Woodstock.

4PM Knitting Club “Knit Wits.” Saugerties Public library, Washington Avenue, Saugerties, 246-4317, x 3.

4:30PM - 7PM Lenten Fish Dinner. Dinners include oven fried flounder, roasted potatoes, coleslaw,roll. beverage and dessert. $12 per person. For reservations, call the church office at 331-4121,leave message. Take-out available.

Walk-ins welcome. Hurley Reformed Church, 11 Main St. Hurley.

5PM-7PM Hyde Park Knights of Columbus 21st Annual Lenten Fresh Fish Fry. Serving every Friday during Lent, except Good Friday. For take out orders please call 845-229-6111 after 4:30PM each Friday. Hyde Park K of C, Route 9G, Hyde Park.

6 PM -10 PM Healthcare Provider Renewal Course. Must have a current BLS certification to take this abridged recertification course. Course completion results in a two-year certification card from the American Heart Association.

Pre-registration and payment are required.Info: 845-475-9742. Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Poughkeepsie, $50.

6:30PM Dance Workshops with professional teachers. 6:30-7:15pm & 7:15-8pm. Sponsored

by Hudson Valley Community Dances. Info: www. hudsonvalleydance.org or 845 454-2571. The Poughkeepsie Tennis Club, 135 S. Hamilton St, Poughkeepsie, $20 /both, $15 /each.

7PM Jan Schmidt, Lucia Cherciu, and Suzanne Cleary share their latest works of poetry. Info: 845-255-8300. Inquiring Minds Bookstore, 6 Church St, New Paltz.

7PM-11PM Local Talent Night. Every Friday.

Seeking bands and performers. Primo’s, 1554 Rt 44/55, Clintondale, 883-6112.

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. Town Hall, Main Room, Woodstock.

7PM Live at Kindred Spirits: Acoustic Jazz featuring Frank Luther on bass, John Esposito on piano, Mike DeMicco on guitar, NYC saxophonist Al Guart and local guest artists. No cover or minimum! Kindred Spirits, 334 Rte 32A, Palenville, 518-678-3101.

10AM-2PM Free Tax Preparation through the AARP Tax-Aide Program. Appointments are scheduled on the hour and the last appointment for the day is at 1 p.m. Res. Reqr’d. Info: 845889-4683. Staatsburg Library, 72 Old Post Rd,

7PM Film Series: The Films of Philip Seymour Hoffman. “Magnolia.” With Tom Cruise, Julianne Moore and Jason Robards. Directed by Paul T. Anderson. Info: 845-229-7791. Hyde Park Free Library Annex, Hyde Park.

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7PM-9PM Women’s Group OUT & About. Meet at Stella’s Restaurant. Info: 845-331-5300 or www. lgbtqcenter.org. Stella’s, North Front St, Kingston.

7PM-9PM Teacher Student Art Exhibit of the Rosendale School of Arts. Refreshments will be served. Info: www.rosendaleschoolofarts.com.

Transndancendrum, 415 Main St, Rosendale.

7PM Live @ The Falcon: The Alexis P. Suter Band w/ Aerial Allure - Opener: The Howland Wolves. Info: www.liveatthefalcon.com or 845-236-7970. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

7PM Conversations at Boughton Place. Takes place the second Friday of each month at 7 pm.

Boughton Place, Moreno Stage, 150 Kisor Rd, Highland, $5 /suggested donation.

7PM-9PM Women’s Group OUT & About. Meet at Stella’s Restaurant. Info: 845-331-5300 or www. lgbtqcenter.org. Stella’s, North Front St, Kingston.

7:30PM The Friday Film Series: E.T. The ExtraTerrestrial. Info: 845-339-6088 or www.bardavon.org. Ulster Perfromimg Arts Center, 601 Broadway, Kingston, $6.

7:30PM Ars Choralis. “Artist Within” program, will spotlight three young sopranos: Amalee Martinez, Olivia Dilorio and Nicole Minielli.

Admission by donation. Info: www.arschoralis. org. Sheeley House B&B, High Falls.

7:30PM “Mary Poppins the Broadway Musical” Info: 845-338-2750. Coleman High School, 430 Hurley Ave, Kingston, $16, $11 /under 12.

8PM-11:30PM Swing Dance Beginner’s Lesson.

Beginner’s lesson 8-8:30pm; Dance 8:3011:30pm. Sponsored by Hudson Valley Community Dances. Info: www.hudsonvalleydance.org or 845 454-2571. The Poughkeepsie Tennis Club, 135 S. Hamilton St, Poughkeepsie, $15, $10 8PM Levon Helm Studios presents The Fab Faux. Standing room only. Please bring a snack for our community table. Info: www.levonhelm. com . Levon Helm Studios, Woodstock, $70.

8PM-8:30PM Beginner’s Swing Dance Lesson.

Dance to The Gordon Webster Sextet. 8:3011:30pm. Admission $15/$10 full time students.

Sponsored by Hudson Valley Community Dances. Info: www.hudsonvalleydance.org or 845 454-2571. The Poughkeepsie Tennis Club, 135 S. Hamilton 8:30PM-11:30PM Swing Dance to The Gordon Webster Sextet. Admission $15/$10 full time students. Sponsored by Hudson Valley Community Dances. Info: www.hudsonvalleydance.org or 845 454-2571. The Poughkeepsie Tennis Club, 135 S. Hamilton St, Poughkeepsie.

9PM The Lucky House Band Info: 845-2298277. Hyde Park Brewing Co, 4076 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park.

10PM Psymbionic. Genre: electronic. Info: 845-255-2400 or www.cabaloosa.com. Oasis, 58 Main St, New Paltz, $10.

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MidHudson ADK Hike: Wonder Lake & Laurel Pond Loop. Leader: Tom Buckley: TrailHikerTom@gmail.com. Email leader for directions and meeting time. Info: www.MidHudsonADK. org. Wonder Lake State Park, Ludingtonville Rd, Holmes.

9AM Saugerties’ Christian Meditation. Meets every Saturday, 9-10:30am. All welcome. No charge. 246-3285. Trinity Episcopal Church, Rte 9W, Saugerties.

9AM-7PM Capital District Garden & Flower Show (3/27-3/29). 150 garden themed exhibits, wine tastings, & hourly lectures and cooking demonstrations. Over 17, 000 square fee of designed, fully blooming landscape exhibits.

Partial proceeds benefit Wildwood Programs.

Info:www.gardenandflowershow.com/ Hudson

Valley Community College, McDonough Sports Complex, Troy, $12.

9AM Spring Fling Festival Pond Skimming Competition starts at 1pm, snow golf. Beach balls, leis, steel drums and palm trees! The beach festival will include fun at the tiki bar. Live entertainment from1-4pm. Info: 518-734-4300 or www. windhammountain.com Windham Mountain, Windham.

9AM-2PM American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider Certification. designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare professionals with the ability to recognize several lifethreatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED and relieve choking.Pre-registration and payment are required. Info: 845-475-9742. Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Poughkeepsie, $75.

9AM Waterman Bird Club Field Trip: Cary Institute for Ecosystem Studies. Call: Barbara @ 297-6701 if you plan to attend. Info: www.watermanbirdclub.org. Gifford House, parking lot, 65 Sharon Turnpike, Millbrook.

9AM-1PM Mohonk Preserve: A Taste of Rock The Ridge. Modified course length will be a 10-12 mile loop, exact route dependent on weather and trail conditions. Excellent for endurance and relay participants. Please RSVP. Info: 845-255-0919.

Mohonk Preserve, New Paltz.

on Saturdays. Reg reqr’d. Info: www.spanishspellingbee.webs.com. Kingston Library, 55 Franklin St, Kingston.

11AM Digital Kitchen: Introduction to Scanning Through both demonstrations and handson-exercises, you will be led step-by-step through the basics of scanning negatives, prints, and even three-dimensional objects.$100.+ 20/materials.

Info: 845-679-9957. The Center for Photography, Woodstock.

11AM-12PM Practice for Spanish Spelling Bee. Free weekly practice sessions are available for the second annual Spanish Spelling Bee (4/25), through 4/18 on Saturdays. Reg reqr’d. Info: www. spanishspellingbee.webs.com. Bard College, Olin Language Center, Room 115, Poughkeepsie.

11AM Family Storyhour. This family program will stir theimagination using movement, play and art. Info: 845-876-4030 or www.starrlibrary.org.

Starr Library, 68 W Market St, Rhinebeck, free.

12PM-2PM Rededication of Jerry Bartlett Angling Collection Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Public Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia.

12PM-2PM Quick and Easy Meals. Ideas for quick and easy dinners. Demonstrations will include taste testing and recipe cards. Meal Recipes can be adjusted for 1, 2 or a family. Info: 845-338-8850.

Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen.

9AM-4PM A Nature’s Library: Mixed Media Drawing (3/28-3/29). Join Margarete de Soleil as she draws from nature. Explore various drawing media with the vast array of natures’s subject matter from your own backyard. Info: www.woodstockschoolofart.org. Woodstock Schoolof Art |, 2470 Rte. 212, Woodstock.

12PM-1PM Free Yoga Pizza Party. Recurring event every Saturday. 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@womenspowerspace.org My Place Pizza, 322 Main St, Poughkeepsie.

9:30AM-11AM Woodstock: Christian Centering Prayer and Meditation. On-going, every Saturday, 9-10:30am. Everyone welcome. Info: 679-8800. St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church (the A-Frame), 2578 Rte 212, Woodstock.

1PM-4PM Shiatsu & Lunch. Youko, Johanna, & Stan invite you to a Shiatsu session by donation & 10% discount on lunch, just walk in. Info: www.

GKnoodles.com. Gomen Kudasai, 215 Main St, New Paltz.

10AM-12PM Ikenobo Ikebana. Flower Arrangement Lesson, instructor: Suzumi Adams. Info: www.GKnoodles.com. Gomen Kudasai, 215 Main St, New Paltz, $25 plus flower.

1PM ECC/JBNHS Vernal Pools. Enter the intimate living world of vernal pools at Esopus Bend Nature Preserve. Contact schorvas@gmail. com for additional information or directions. Info: www.esopuscreekconservancy.org. Saugerties Village Beach parking lot, Rt 9W, Saugerties.

10AM-9PM Candlewax Recycling Drop-off.

Open every Saturday, 10am-9pm. Candlewax in any condition to be recycled. Pachamama Store (near food court), Hudson Valley Mall, Kingston.

10AM-3PM Super Soup Sale. Take-out only. Over 8 soup varieties to choose from, come early for the best choice. Info: 845-657-2615. Samsonville United Methodist Church, 1983 Ulster County Route 3, Olivebridge.

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

10AM Rip Van Winkle (RVW) Hike: Rail Trail (Rosendale to New Paltz). Easy walk: 3+ miles.

Info: 845-758-6143. Rosendale.

10AM-3PM Hudson Valley Farmers’ Market Sponsored by Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest.

Info: www.greigfarm.com/hudson-valley-farmersmarket.html. Greig Farm, Pitcher Ln, Red Hook.

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

10:30AM-1:30PM Teen Geek Here to Help! Do you have questions about how to operate your NOOK, iPod, iPad, Kindle, laptop, or other electronic device? Bring it in to the library and one of our trained “Teen Geeks” will help you! Info: 845-757-3771 or tivoliprograms@gmail.com.

Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, free.

11AM Easter Egg Hunt at Forsyth Park Arts and crafts, a visit from the Easter Bunny, and a hat parade through the park before the hunt. Info: 845-481-3534 or info@juniorleaguekingston. org orwww.juniorleaguekingston.org/cur Forsyth Park, Lucas Ave, Kingston, free.

11AM-12PM Practice for Spanish Spelling Bee. Free weekly practice sessions are available for the second annual Spanish Spelling Bee, through 4/18

1PM Art Hour with Christian. Info: 845-6887811. Phoenicia Public Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia.

2PM Free Meditation Instruction. On-going every Saturday, 2pm in the Amitabha Shrine Room. 60-minute class requires no previous meditation experience. For info contact Jan Tarlin, 845-679-5906, 1012. Karma Triyiana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock.

2PM-3PM Docent Tour Saturday. Each tour will feature different works. Info: 914-788-0100, jbrody@hvcca.org orwww.hvcca.org. Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Art, 1701 Main St, Peekskill.

2PM “Mary Poppins the Broadway Musical” Info: 845-338-2750. Coleman High School, 430 Hurley Ave, Kingston, $16, $11 /under 12.

2PM Panel Discussion: “Geometries of Difference.” With artists Jeffrey Gibson and Kamrooz Aram, SUNY New Paltz professor Amy Cheng, and exhibition curator Murtaza Vali. Info: 845-2573844 or www.newpaltz.edu/museum. SUNY New Paltz, Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art, New Paltz, 3PM Bindlestiff Family Matinee. Info: 518-8284800. Club Helsinki Hudson, 05 Columbia St, Hudson.

5PM-9PM Beacon Second Saturday. Join a citywide celebration of the arts held on the second Saturday of every month where galleries and shops stay open until 9pm, most of which are right along Main Street. Art exhibits from around the globe, the event oftenincludes free gallery talks, live music, & wine tasting. Info:Beaconarts.org.

Main Street, Beacon.

5PM Jazz at the Beattie-Powers House. Bruce Barth, piano, Sean Smith, bass. Info: 518-945-

March 19, 2015 2669. Beattie-Powers House, Prospect Ave & Bridge St, Catskill, $10.

6PM Ferry Godmother Noble Court Celebrates Women in Jazz. Featuring The Essence Quintet.

Exclusive thank you event for past sponsors and mixer for 2015 sponsors. Sarah & Amos Holden Home, 85 Grand St, Newburgh.

6PM-8PM Opening Reception: Photography + Inspirations. Featuring a selection of fine art photography plus works in other media that incorporate or were inspired by photography. Exhibits through 4/19. Info: www.tivoliartistsgallery.com.

Tivoli Artists Gallery, Tivoli.

6PM-7:30PM Learn to Swing Dance Workshop with Chester Freeman of Got2Lindy Dance Studios. 6-7:30pm. $30 ($25 preregistered) per person. No experience or partner needed. Info: www.got2lindy.com or 845-236-3939. APG Pilates, 87 Liberty St, Newburgh.

6:30PM-12AM 27th Annual Beaux Arts Ball. This is the Arts Council’s major fundraiser of the year.

Natalia Sonevytsky, co-founder and President of the Music & Art Center of Greene County will be honored. Live music, auctions, fine dining. Res reqr’d. Info: 518-943-3400 orwww.greenearts. org. Copper Tree Restaurant @ Hunter Mountain Resort, Hunter, $150.

6:30PM Laura Ludwig presents Poetry and Performance Art. Info: 845-246-5775. Inquiring Minds Bookstore, 65 Partition St, Saugerties, free.

6:30PM Color for Residential Interiors. 60 minute talk (plus Q & A) is comprised of a Powerpoint lecture including over 50 examples of how and how not to use color. Info: 845-657-2482.

Olive Free Library, Rt 28A, West Shokan.

7PM Kingston Fourth Saturday Spoken Word.

Featured poets: Eamon Grennan and Jennifer Nicolls Sternberg. Hosted by Annie LaBarge. Info: 845-331-2884. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Catskills, 320 Sawkill Rd, Kingston, $5, $2.50 /open mic.

7PM-9PM Live Music & Noodles. Pop-up Gypsy Band. Appalachian and Klezmer, Harry SweetFiddle, Gene Mueller -Banjo. Info: www.GKnoodles.com. Gomen Kudasai, 215 Main St, New Paltz, $5.

7PM Book Signing: Abigail Thomas. Author of “What Comes Next and How to Like It: A Memoir” Presentation and Q&A. Info: 845-876-0500.

Oblong Books & Music, 6422 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck, free.

7PM Live @ The Falcon: Catherine Russell.

Info: www.liveatthefalcon.com or 845-236-7970.

The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

7PM Presentation, Q&A & Book Signing: Abigail Thomas: “What Comes Next and How to Like It - A Memoir.” Info: 845-876-0500. Oblong Books & Music, 6422 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck, free.

7PM Live at Kindred Spirits: Acoustic Jazz featuring Grammy winner Malcolm Cecil on bass, guitarist Steve Raleigh, pianist Peter Tomlinson, NYC saxophonist Al Guart and local guest artists.

No cover or minimum! Kindred Spirits, 334 Rte 32A, Palenville, 518-678-3101.

7:30PM-10:30PM Third Saturday Contra Dance.

Bill Fischer calling & music by Wry Bred. Info: www.hudsonvalleydance.org/ or 845-473-7050.

Admission $10/5 full time students. St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 55 Wilbur Blvd, Poughkeepsie.

7:30PM “Mary Poppins the Broadway Musical” Info: 845-338-2750. Coleman High School, 430 Hurley Ave, Kingston, $16, $11 /under 12.

7:30PM Stephen Petronio Company. Preview performance of Petronio’s new, challenging twopart work, Locomotor/Non Locomotor and the New York Premier of Big Daddy. Info: 845-7575106 x2. Kaatsbaan, 120 Broadway, Tivoli, $30, $10 /student rush, $10 /child.

7:30PM Poetry Brothel. Belly dance, Torch Singing and other performance to supplement and flavor the evenings poetic escapades. Attendees are encouraged to ask poets for a private reading - a one on one with a poet. BSP Lounge, 323 Wall St, Kingston, $10.

8PM Johnny Dell & Nite Life. Info: 845-2298277. Hyde Park Brewing, 4076 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park.

8PM Susan Werner, singer/ songwriter. Students are half price with a valid ID. Info: 845-255-1559 or www.unisonarts.org. Unison Arts, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $26.

8PM Raquy. Info: 845-658-9048. Rosendale Café, Main St, Rosendale, $15.

8PM Hudson Valley Philharmonic.2014/15 SEASON Amadeus Live! This all-Mozart program features two of his greatest symphonies and the Gold Medal winner of the 2014 Van Cliburn competition. Info: 845-473-2072. Bardavon, 35 Market St, Poughkeepsie, $55, $22/2.

8PM Dutchess County Singles Dance. Info: www.meetup.com/Dutchess-County-Singles or www.dutchesscountysingles.org or dcsingles28@ yahoo.com. There will be a wide range of music

by DJ Johnny Angel and a light dinner buffet with desert and coffee. Admission is $20.There will be door prizes and 50/50 raffle. 845-464-4675. Meets every 4th Sat at 8pm. The Southern Dutchess Country Club, 1209 North Ave, Beacon.

8PM Breakaway featuring Robin Baker. Info: 845-687-2699 or highfallscafe@earthlink.net.

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

8:30 PM Shemekia Copeland. Info: www. townecrier.com or 845-855-1300, Towne Crier Café, 379 Main St, Beacon, $30.

9PM Bindlestiff Family Cirkus. Info: 518-8284800. Club Helsinki Hudson, 405 Columbia St, Hudson.

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ADMINISTRATIVE POSITION at Real Estate Office. Successful real estate office located in Kingston seeking Administrative Assistant Friday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., possibly Monday as well. Hours somewhat flexible. Great potential for advancement.

Must have good phone manner & computer experience with Microsoft Office, Word and Excel. Knowledge of internet marketing & social media a plus, real estate experience a big plus. Friendly office. Call Amy MondayFriday between 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at 845-3385832.

HELP WANTED Full Time position for ground personnel with a tree service.

Chainsaw operator/experience required.

657-7125

BOOKKEEPER for Rapidly Growing Beverage Company. Seeking qualified, organized, fast learning bookkeeper/ office manager for beverage bottling company w/extremely innovative products.

Plant is located in the Catskill mountains. Transportation reimbursement may be arranged depending on Candidate.

Need somebody proficient in; + Basic Accounting + Quickbooks-Style System + Microsoft Office Suite With these qualities; + Extremely reliable + Punctual + Eager to learn + Positive personality. This person will consider the position to be full-time, longterm, and well paid. There will be an initial period where the salary will not be full-rate.

This period is temporary, and agreed to contractually. This person can expect to be treated well, in a warm family-style small business w/big aspirations and a good track record of treating employees well. E-mail resumes to: lukez@newyorksprings.com or call (845)254-5400, ext. 103.

CDL DUMP TRUCK DRIVER & MACHINE OPERATOR. Seeking a parttime Class A (or Class B w/air) truck driver and machine operator to join our team in Kingston. Position is part-time with potential to lead to full-time. We require a CLEAN, valid license, current medical card, experience with single/tandem trucks on and off road, large loader experience.

Non-smoker. For more info. call Croswell Enterprises at 845-331-4232.

CHAMBERMAID: PART-TIME. Must be reliable, attentive, have high standard of cleanliness & like to clean. Weekends needed. Flexible weekday. Nice working conditions and environment. Call Karen at The Woodstock Inn on the Millstream 6798211.

COOK. Experienced with crepes and menu design. 845-664-0493 FT LEAD COOK and Line Cooks. The Phoenicia Diner is expanding service and seeking additional kitchen staff. We are looking for someone that cares about high standards and preparing great food created from the Catskill Mountains/Hudson Valley bounty. We offer an opportunity to be part of a growing brand and a rewarding, fun environment. Must have 1-2 yrs restaurant experience, weekend & weekday availability, great work ethic. Email resume to: info@phoeniciadiner.com.

GARDENER: SEEKING MOTIVATED, responsible, experienced and fit gardeners to join our horticultural crew. Seasonal work from April through November. Wage commensurate with experience. Send resume to keir@bloomfinegardening.com.

LABORER NEEDED FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME. Wage based on experience and performance. Must have own transportation and clean drivers license. Nonsmokers only. Kniffen Homes (845)2557500.

LANDSCAPERS, GARDENERS WANTED. Experience necessary. Full-time or part-time. Trustworthy, reliable, strong with endurance. Own transportation.

Would primarily work in Woodstock area.

Email experience to hire12498@gmail. com (put landscaper/gardener in subject line) or call 845-679-7377.

LOOKING FOR A HOUSEHOLD HELPER to assist with shopping, cleaning, organizing, cooking and laundry one day each week. For more information, please call Rachel at (917)399-7500.

OFFICE ASSISTANT NEEDED, 30-40 hours a week. Must be good w/words, numbers, computers and other humans. Uptown Kingston location. Please email us a letter with your skills, experience and contact information to: blue@planetwaves.net.

RECEPTIONIST, PART-TIME, including Saturdays. Busy health clinic looking for a part-time receptionist. Must have prior experience as a receptionist to apply. Good interpersonal skill, proficiency in Word and Excel a must. Must be ok with light cleaning. 25-28 hrs/wk. $13/hr. to start. Please email resume and cover letter: kingstonnyhealth@gmail.com RETAIL SALES, WOODSTOCK. Looking for PART-TIME HELP starting immediately. Must be able to work most weekends.

Retail experience necessary, knowledge of social media a plus. Please email resume or call for appt. gildedcarriage@gmail.com or (845)679-2607.

SHORT-ORDER COOK. Diner experience.

Part-time/Full-time. Apply in person at College Diner, 500 Main Street, New Paltz.

SUPERVISING LIFEGUARDS, LIFEGUARDS, WSI’s, ATTENDANTS for Moriello Pool (Town/Village of New Paltz Pool) for summer 2015. Appropriate certifications required. Application and information available at: Office of Town Supervisor, 1 Clearwater Road, New Paltz.

255-0604. EOE. WALLKILL VIEW FARM now hiring part-time CASHIERS for afternoons and weekends. Please call 845-255-8050 to inquire or stop in and fill out an application.

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DIANA’S FANCY FLEA MARKET: Nice Items Needed For Next Sale! Call Diana 626-0221. To Benefit Diana’s CAT Shelter in Accord.

HELLO!! Are you lonely, homeless? Join o u r TELEPHONE CHATTERBOX FRIENDSHIP CLUB! Laughter, Smiles & Companionship Heal. Call 255-0018.

Hey- you never know!!! Also, need a NEW/ USED CAR? COMPLETE INSURANCE COVERAGE,? home repairs?, etc. Call for details!!!

NEEDED: Foster Homes for Kittens.

If you have the time (little is needed) and space to foster kittens, our organization will provide kitten food and if necessary, medical attention for these wonderful beings. Please call the Woodstock Feral Cat Project at (917)282-2018 or e-mail: DRJLPK@aol.com NEEDED: Foster Homes for Kittens.

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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

THE COLUCCI SHAND REALTY TEAM Teresa C. Shand-NYS Lic. Broker/Owner Linda Majetich Hansen-NYS Lic. Broker Associate Terry Jacobus, Robert M. Dorris, Victoria Beach, Monique McCutcheon (Not Pictured)-NYS Lic. Real Estate Salespersons

COLUCCI SHAND REALTY, INC 255-3455

Gardiner Gables 2356 Rte. 44-55 Gardiner, NY 12525

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** Become a Fan of Colucci Shand Realty on Facebook ** 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.

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ELDERLY CARE. Home Care Aide looking for work. Days, evenings and nights.

Experienced, excellent references. Call 845453-6923.

CERTIFIED AIDE LOOKING FOR PRIVATE CARE for elderly.

10 years experience. Live-in or hourly.

References available. Ulster County area.

(845)706-5133 Gentle Care, Assistance with compassion in time of need, for those who would benefit from care at home. Experienced. Please call for more information (845)657-7010.

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8-UNIT APARTMENT HOUSE for sale in New Paltz. Private parking for 16. Laundry room on premises. In the heart of Village of New Paltz, 1 block from Main Street. Close to all amenities. Serious inquiries only.

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Must see this magnificent Brick Cape w/ absolutely nothing to do but enjoy! Spacious home has many amazing features. 1st fl master suite, floor to ceiling windows, crown molding, fireplace w/pellet stove, blue stone patio, in-ground pool & enclosed sun porch. Upstairs has 3 beds, 1 full bath and great storage too. Too much to list! Sits on a corner with only a view of the Rondout. Back yard is tucked away and private. Come and check out the Open House this Sunday! Give us a call for more details & directions. $289,000

NEW PALTZ CAPE Priced to sell! This beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 full bath Cape style home is situated on 1.6+/- acres. This home offers a custom eat-in kitchen, a wonderful deck, and an attached two car garage. Just waiting for you to add your personal touches! Conveniently located to all major commuter routes and just minutes to SUNY New Paltz! A must see, visit the Open House this Sunday between 1-4PM. Call for more details and directions.

$249,900

You know it’s easy to misunderstand the most simple of things. I once heard about a young female model that went to the doctor for a severe pain in her side. The doctor said, “Oh dear, you have acute appendicitis.” She replied, “Hey! I’m her for an examination not a compliment.” In buying or selling real estate the process can be very simple or very complex depending on your understanding of the terms and the methods. That is why you need a highly trained agent that can lead you through it with the least amount of stress and to avoid the potential misunderstandings that can occur. Call us to see a wonderful home… no examination necessary…

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NATURE ABHORS A VOID We do too, so we have placed this fine property on the market for all to see. The owners of this sweet 6.3 acre, totally private parcel have moved out of the area and have instructed us to say that offers will be happily entertained.

Located just off Upper Boiceville Road, it is nicely wooded, level, quiet, and ready for your dream home. With clearing there should be some good and solid mountain views too. If you need help finding a contractor let us know, we’re here to help! Call Richard Miller to see it. ...................... $69,500

KNOCK-OUT!

…was born the very same year this classic brick Victorian was built; 1875.

Lovingly restored with many original details; moldings, high ceilings, hardwood floors, French doors, stained glass, and a wrap-around porch, this wondrous home is located close to Main Street in Saugerties. Being used as a 1-family with an accessory apartment, it’s easily converted to a spacious 4 or 5 Bedroom home. For 8 years it’s been a profitable rental property for vacationers and HITS attendees. Recent updates include: new electric service, heating system, roof, kitchen flooring, high-efficiency wood stove, and more. Well priced at ...................................... $213,900

Perched on a private hillside with lovely mountain views on 3 acres with state land as your neighbors, this contemporary home on 3 acres has a light and sunny open floor plan with vaulted ceiling, skylights and a fireplace in the cozy living room. The country kitchen has steel appliances and a four seat breakfast bar. The 3 plus bedrooms, 1.5 baths house is surrounding by a large Trex deck and beautiful grounds. For guests and recreation, the 500 sq. ft. finished basement has a large TV room, a free standing gas stove and 2 bedrooms, all on walk-out level. Well priced! Call Richard Miller ............ $279,000

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Adorable and affordable ranch features hardwood floors throughout. The charming, eat-in kitchen with knotty pine cabinets and builit-in corner china cabinet opens to the screened-in porch which offers a private outdoor space in nice weather. Half of the basement is finished into a fabulous family/ rec room with knotty pine panelling & Bilco door to backyard. Stop by the Open House this Sunday, call for directions & details! $159,900

845-338-5832

www.lawrenceotoolerealty.com

PROVENCE IN THE CATSKILLS

It would be like owning a house in Provence that just happens to be in the Hudson Valley. This historic 3-bedroom 1 ½ bath farmhouse, which will feature a tax abatement because of its designation, is just plain drop-dead gorgeous, with a sophisticated palette second to none. The current owner designs dinners from her restaurant-quality range and serves them, in warmer weather, on the open back porch that looks out onto park-like acreage which, incidentally, is near the Mohonk Preserve. Plaster has been stripped away from the kitchen and dining area to reveal the brick and the rustic floors tell of much happy traffic. Upstairs bedrooms feature white painted floors, lending airiness to the second floor area which features a landing suitable for a small office. Few properties are as magical as this one. .......................................................................................$335,000

845-338-5832

www.lawrenceotoolerealty.com NEW PALTZ RIVERFRONT OASIS — 93 River Rd, New Paltz 12561

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Sprawling, immaculate brick Colonial in a sought after area. This ideal & traditional home will create many happy memories! Entertain & enjoy in the very large, eat in kitchen that opens to the family room w/ wood burning fireplace, French doors leading to newly & beautifully renovated season sun room, formal dining & living room, and desirable master suite w/ dreamy walk in closet. Pleasantly sited on almost an acre w/ municipal water & sewer.Two updated natural gas furnaces & central air units, full heated basement, alarm, pool, trex decking, 2 car garage & dishwasher. A Must see, visit the Open House this Sunday, call for directions & $439,000 more details!

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY MARCH 22ND 1:00-3:00 PM

Own a piece of history; the heavyweight boxing champion Floyd Patterson’s 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, residence and training grounds on 14+ acres complete with multiple outbuildings, open fields and amazing stone accents. The home has massive stone fireplaces and bold wood accents, cedar walls line the living room and den and feature leaded windows. The family room has a fieldstone fireplace, a domed ceiling and an oval bar. There’s a 6,000 square foot heated barn that offers 3 levels of finished space, including a one bedroom apartment with fireplace. The other outbuilding is a 2 bedroom apartment above a detached garage. Call Greg Berardi ..... $595,000

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Saugerties 845.246.3300

Woodstock 845.679.9444

Boiceville 845.657.4240

Woodstock 845.679.2929

Phoenicia 845.688.2929

From Mid-Century to 21st Century: 50’s ranch transformed to stylish riverfront oasis.

Open floor plan, bamboo floors, stainless appliances, deep soaking tub,glass mosaic tiles combine with idyllic river view. Walk out the back and step into your kayak! Superconvenient location. New Paltz address, low Rosendale taxes. Close to rail trail, Minnewaska, and great restaurants and entertainment in New Paltz and Rosendale.

Ideal weekend retreat. NYC Bus stops at the end of the road. Call Dorothy J.(Dorothea) Marcus, Licensed R.E.Associate Broker, 917-854-5748 Mobile .............................................................................. $215,000

THIS HOME SHINES with light & promises its’ next owner easy living. It’s a sweet bit of Paradise, tucked away between Woodstock & Saugerties.The seller has carefully integrated natural woods, stone & ceramic surfaces & added 3 skylights & large windows to enhance the daily dance of light.

Handsome ceiling fans create a cooling, or warming in winter, air movement and sturdy mahogany doors, one fitted with antique stained-glass, complement the polished maple floors. Double sliding glass doors adjacent to the kitchen open out from the cathedraled great room to a spacious deck overlooking the private sunny yard & charming studio or, playhouse! 5.97 acre property w/ 2car garage ................................................... $335,000 Laurie Ylvisaker, Associate Broker Cell: 845-901-6129 Work: 845-679-2255 ext. 113

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ULSTER COUNTY MORTGAGE RATES Rates taken 3/16/2015 are subject to change

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PRIVATE BUYER (non-realtor) SEEKING PROPERTY to purchase, MUST HAVE NATURAL WATERFALL. 2-10 acres needed. Maybe subdivide?

Can be either a vacant, SECLUDED parcel of land, OR property w/a house with a natural, private waterfall (w/year-round views, NOT just seasonal). Must be secluded (absolutely no homes in view), AND MUST BE WITHIN 10 MINUTES DRIVE TO WOODSTOCK. CASH OFFERED, CAN CLOSE IMMEDIATELY! Contact: sabe1970@yahoo.com.au w/photos/info. or call (518)965-7223.

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DOWNTOWN NEW PALTZ 1 block from Main Street on S. Chestnut; NEWLY RENOVATED BUILDING; 160sq.ft. PROFESSIONAL OFFICE. Shared bathroom & waiting area.

Handicap accessible, off-street parking.

Call (845) 235-6048

NEW PALTZ: OFFICE SPACE available now. Close to Main St. $550/mo. plus heat.

First month rent plus 1 month security.

Call/leave mess. 845-594-4433.

gardiner/ modena/ plattekill rentals

1-BEDROOM APARTMENT; GARDINER. In quiet residential neighborhood. Modern, super clean, 600 sq.ft., Pergo floors, tiled bathroom, washer/dryer.

Available 4/1. Includes all utilities, high speed internet, cable TV. Has seasonal views, large deck, storage shed. No smoking.

Pets considered. Turn Key! $1300/month.

Call 845-430-6408.

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office space commercial rentals

COMMERCIAL SPACE nestled in the village of New Paltz, steps away from Trailways, local shops & restaurants. Ideal for legal, accounting or professional firm, as well as chiropractic care, massage therapy or counseling practice. Will consider minor alterations to suit. Heat, hot water & grounds maintenance included. Does not include electric. 850 sq.ft. at $1050/month. First & last month plus security deposit. References required. Call or text 845-664-1128.

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highland/ clintondale rentals

HIGHLAND EFFICIENCIES at villabaglieri.com Furnished motel rooms w/ micro, refrig, HBO & WiFi, all utilities.

Be The First To “Spring” Into The Market

VILLAGE GREEN REALTY ηϭ /Ŷ hůƐƚĞƌ ŽƵŶƚLJ ^ĂůĞƐ* www.villagegreenrealty.com kingston new paltz stone ridge windham woodstock

845-331-5357 845-255-0615 845-687-4355 518-734-4200 845-679-2255

Coldwell Banker Village Green Realty fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker Logo are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. * According To Ulster ŽƵŶƚLJ D>^ ^ƚĂƟ ƐƟ ĐƐ ϮϬϭϭͲϮϬϭϰ͘

$160-$195 Weekly, $600-$740 Monthly, w/kitchenettes $205 or $220 weekly, $760 or $820 monthly + UC Taxes & Security. No pets. 845.883.7395.

HIGHLAND: SPACIOUS 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT. Quiet street. First floor of house. Full bath. Hardwood floors.

Plenty of storage in garage. 1 minute to Mid-Hudson Bridge & Hannafords. $975/month includes all utilities. No smoking. Cat OK. Must see! (845)6163547.

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new paltz rentals

TWO 2-BEDROOMS in renovated barns.

Smaller one; $1000/month plus utilities, separate entrance, first floor, gas fireplace.

Larger one; $1200/month plus utilities, wood floors. BOTH: full bath, good light, garden area, laundry available. NO SMOKING, NO DOGS. 5 minutes by car outside village. Please call (845)255-5355.

2-BEDROOM APARTMENT; $1150/ month plus utilities. 31 Church Street, 1 block from Main Street, laundry room, private parking on premises. No pets/smoking. 1 month security. 1-year lease, good references. (845)417-3051, (845)2555319.

NICE ROOMS; $470/month. Excellent location. Close to SUNY college. All utilities included. Call (914)474-5176, between 8 a.m.-9 p.m. (845)255-6029, between 12-9 p.m., leave message.

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2-BEDROOMS FOR RENT in large 3-bedroom apartment. Close to SUNY New Paltz.

Quiet residential area. $500/month/room plus shared utilities. First, last, security, references, lease. On-site parking. No pets. No smoking. 845-255-7187.

1-BEDROOM APARTMENT available at Village Arms. Top floor, end unit. Good closet space. 1 mile to town. On bus route. $1000/month includes hot water, heat, plowing and garbage removal. No pets, no smokers. First month rent plus one month security. Call/leave message 845-594-4433.

1-BEDROOM APARTMENT in private home. Includes utilities, cable and high speed internet. Walking distance to SUNY and town. No pets or smokers. $1000/ month, 1½ month security. Available immediately. Call (914)475-9834.

New Paltz: Southside Terrace Apartments 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 LARGE STUDIO APARTMENT Huguenot Street. Full kitchen. $760/month includes heat & hot water.

First, last, 1 month security.

No pets. Available April 1.

Call (845) 691-2878 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT. Individual wanted. Quaint apartment in lovely contemporary home. Private setting. Separate entrance. Pond view. 5 minutes to town.

Close to S.U.N.Y. Pets allowed. No smokers. $875/month utilities included. 1 month security. References. (845)255-2379.

PRIVATE SCENIC CONDO; 1-BEDROOM, 1 bath. Hardwood, ceramic and carpet. New Paltz. Convenient walk to village. Non smoker, no pets. Heat and hot water included. $1100/month. References, security. 845-389-7770.

ROOM FOR RENT: Utilities included. $550/month plus security. Walking distance to everything. Call 845-664-0493.

ROOMS FOR RENT w/access to kitchen and living room. Half mile from SUNY campus. No pets. $450/month includes all utilities. Call (914)850-1968.

SOUTHSIDE TERRACE APARTMENTS offers semester leases for Fall 2015 and short-term for the Summer! Furnished studios, one & two bedrooms, includes heat & hot water. Recreation facilities. Walking distance to campus and town. 845-2557205.

Student Rental: SHARE (w/2 males) MODERN 3-BEDROOM APARTMENT. $550/month. A/C & Wi-Fi included. New Paltz Village. Call (845)304-2504.

435

rosendale/ high falls/tillson/ stone ridge rentals

EXTRA LARGE 2-BR to SHARE. High Falls. Bedroom and side room available plus share kitchen, living room, bathroom, deck.

Lots storage. $625/month plus reasonable utilities, security. 845-687-2035.

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saugerties rentals

2-BEDROOM APARTMENT. Handicap accessible. Porch. Off-street parking.

Washer/dryer. No smoking. $800/month plus utilities. 518-719-8858.

LARGE STUDIO APARTMENT on horse farm. Exceptionally clean, bright & sunny. Italian tile kitchen & bath, Marble foyer, cathedral ceiling, French windows.

ENERGY EFFICIENT. Available now. $900/month plus utilities. (845)532-5080.

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woodstock/ west hurley rentals

1-BEDROOM CHARMING, COZY APARTMENT. Wide-plank floors. Full bath. 2 acres. Deck. By stream. Garden. $800/month. First, last, & security. No pets preferred. References. 845-679-2300, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

AIRY, BRIGHT, CLEAN 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT in Woodstock Center. 2nd floor, terrace w/view, full bath. No smoking/drugs/excess alcohol/pets. For responsible person w/steady income and references. $875/month includes all utilities, offstreet parking. Call 914-466-0910.

ATTENTION LANDLORDS!! Having trouble finding tenants? Let me help you.

I have many well qualified tenants looking right now! Call, text or email me for landlord solutions. Danielle Bonesteel, Licensed R.E. Salesperson. C: 845-399-6326, daniellebonesteel@yahoo.com Halter Associates Realty, 257 Route 212, Bearsville, NY 12409.

RARE WOODSTOCK RENTAL in the heart of Woodstock. Meticulously renovated 3-bedroom, 3 bath home w/character.

Fabulous deck looks onto park-like woods.

Millstream is at bottom of the property! All this right in town! Fully equipped modern kitchen w/granite counter. Beautiful hardwood floors, fireplace, sunny south windows and huge artist’s north light. Room for home office or studio. $2295/month, year lease. Security deposit. Call 845-679-9717.

WOODSTOCK: 1-BEDROOM. Quiet upscale residential neighborhood. Beautiful grounds. Small quiet apartment complex.

Excellent condition & well maintained. $845/month includes all utilities. ALSO, FURNISHED 1-BEDROOM. $ 8 7 5 / month includes all utilities. No smoking.

References. No pets. (845)679-9717.

WOODSTOCK/LAKE HILL. Furnished room in restored colonial farmhouse; $500; furnished 2-room suite; $600. Includes all utilities, internet, private phone, piano, cats, gardens. Partial work exchange available with room. NS, NP. homestayny@msn. com 679-2564.

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west of woodstock rentals

SHOKAN APARTMENTS: $ 7 5 0 / month- 2-BEDROOM w/ATTACHED GREENHOUSE, 720 sq.ft.; Also, $1200/ month- LARGE 2-BEDROOM, 1200 sq.ft.

7 miles west of Woodstock. Peaceful, calm,

March 19, 2015

quiet, country setting. Please No smokers or pets. Utilities not included. Walk to Ashokan Reservoir. 1-year lease, 2 months security. Pictures on craigslist.org, search Shokan. Call 845-481-0521 or 845-6572490.

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greene county rentals

ON BOGART RD., PALENVILLE; a completely private house, country setting, extremely quiet w/lovely mountain views.

2-bedrooms, full bath, kitchen, living room, 2 large porches (off bedroom & LR).

Available April. $900/month plus utilities. References, security, good credit background. (718)236-5691.

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Dietz Tree Service Inc. Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding

(845)255-7259 Residential / Municipalities

LAWLESS TREE SERVICE

CERTIFIED ARBORIST • CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES

STUMP GRINDING

GLORIOUS, NEWLY RENOVATED STONE CHATEAU, TWO CHARMING ACRES. SHOKAN, 12 MINUTES TO WOODSTOCK OR PHOENICIA. 3 BEDROOMS, 2 FULL BATHS. MUST SEE. PHOTOS, FULL DETAILS UPON REQUEST. MAY - SEPT $2,500/MO, MEMORIAL- LABOR DAY SPECIAL $7,300 UTILITIES INCLUDED. (845)6579776, info@pocofortemusic.com

rentals to share

$650- SAUGERTIES VILLAGE HOUSESHARE- All utilities are included.

Huge Victorian on secluded parcel. 1 large and sunny private bedroom w/attached bathroom. To share w/an artist. Big, gracious rooms are furnished and kitchen has a washer/dryer. Newly built back porch for relaxing in the yard when warmer days arrive! No smokers, cats or dogs. Call 917292-1776

for sale

ATTENTION VENDORS & DEALERS! Vintage & Collectible items for sale. Call Earl at (914)402-4985.

EXTANG HARD TONNEAU COVER, trifold for a Toyota Tacoma, (can IMPROVE gas mileage by 10%) current 5’ bed style, black, excellent condition. Call (845)2558352.

MEDIUM OAK HARDWOOD DINING TABLE; 72x48 wide w/2-self storing 20” leaves & lion claw feet & 6 Windsor chairs- 2 Captain, 4 regular. Call (845)255-8352.

MOVING SALE: Perfect condition Ethan Allen Country French Dining room, Table, 6 chairs, Buffet/Hutch, Farmhouse Table w/8 Windsor chairs, Farmhouse China Cabinet; Pine armoire, 1800’s Spoon carved bed, Brass Bed Frame Queen w/matching Bench. Please call 845-240-4251. New Paltz.

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Go to VacationRentals.com #94551. For more info contact TurtleNestAMI@aol. com

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seasonal rentals

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tree services

ALLEN LAWLESS • 845-247-2838 SAUGERTIES, NEW YORK CELL.: 845-399-9659

HAVE A DEAD TREE..... CALL ME! Dietz Tree Service Inc. Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding.

(845)255-7259.

Residential, Municipalities.

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firewood for sale

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!!

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buy and swap

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. Quality CONSIGNMENTS accepted also. Richard Miller Antiques (Est. 1972).

(845)389-7286.

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 CASH PAID. Estate contents- attic, cellar, garage clean-outs. Used cars, junk cars, scrap metal. Anything of value. (845)246-0214.

WANTED TO BUY GUNS. Cash for rifles, shotguns and handguns. Local federal and state licensed dealer.

Johnson’s Gun Shop 845-338-4931.

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antiques and collectibles

ATTENTION VENDORS & DEALERS! V i n t a g e & C o l l e c t i b l e items for sale. Call Earl at (914)4024985.

845-334-8200

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vendors needed

FLEA HARDSCRABBLE

MARKET &

Neighborhood Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston. (845)336-7112. Open Monday, Wednesday & Friday. They also provide an opportunity to socialize w/others who have similar interests. Guidelines: Please call the site between 10 a.m.-noon. the day before you plan to attend in order to be sure there are enough meals for everyone.

Eligibility: You must be an Ulster County resident aged 60 or over. Cost: There is no set cost, but a suggested daily donation of $3 is requested.

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art services

GARAGE SALE 845-758-1170 Â&#x2021; Call John EVERY SUN 8-4 pm March thru December

Hard Work Michael Burke (845)532-0501 or (845)331-2839. Affordable rates, High quality work.

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painting/odd jobs

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HOUSEPAINTING by Quadrattura, since 1997. â&#x20AC;&#x153;WINTERIORâ&#x20AC;? 15% DISCOUNT. Add value to your home economically.

Environmentally conscious work done w/old world craftsmanship and pride.

Interior/Exterior/Decorator Finishes, Expert Color Consultation, Plastering, Wallpaper Removal, Light Carpentry.

(845)332-7577. S e n i o r D i s c o u n t .

References. Free Estimates.

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plumbing, heating, a/c and electric

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yard and garage sales

CASTAWAYS, the ultimate thrift shop...

Now buying for Spring! BIG FINAL CLEARANCE SALE!!! All winter clothing- 50% off. Located at 36 Mill Hill Road in Woodstock. (845)679-3459.

680

counseling services

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 SHAMANIC PRACTITIONERâ&#x20AC;Ś Space clearing, soul retrieval, shamanic extraction. Shamanic healing clears energy blocks in home or office. Retrieves life force lost through trauma or negative habits. Learn to work with your spirit helpers. MICHAEL BROWNSTEIN has trained with many practitioners including Michael Harner and Nan Moss. michael@laughingmountain. net (845)688-5249.

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professional services

GBM TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC. Professional Moving and Delivery.

Residential/Commercial. Local and N.Y.C. Metro areas. N.Y.S. Dot T 12467, Shandaken, N.Y. Call 845-688-2253.

Stoneridge Electric OIL PAINTING RESTORATION. Cleaned, relined, retouched, refinished.

Also frames & wood sculptures repaired.

Call Carol 687-7813. c.field@earthlink.net

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tax preparation/ bookkeeping services

JOHN MOWER HAS PREPARED Federal & State tax returns for individuals, small business & S-Corporations for 18 years. As an Enrolled Agent, he can represent clients in tax matters w/the IRS. Call for an appointment 679-6744.

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organizing/ decorating/ reďŹ nishing

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZER/ HOUSEKEEPER. Help w/everyday problems, special projects; clutter, paperwork, moving, gardening & personal assistant. Affordable rates. Fully Insured, Confidentiality Assured. MargotMolnar. com; Masters Psychology, former CEO, Certified Hospice Volunteer. margotmolnar1@gmail.com (845)679-6242.

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cleaning services

COUNTRY CLEANERS

QUALITY â&#x20AC;˘ VALUE â&#x20AC;˘ RELIABILITY â&#x20AC;˘ SINCE 1980 â&#x20AC;˘ Int. & Ext. painting â&#x20AC;˘ Power Washing â&#x20AC;˘ Sheetrock & Plaster Repair â&#x20AC;˘ Free Estimates

Residential and Commercial Specializing in decks, fences, roofs, driveways, patios.

FREE ESTIMATES, FULLY INSURED Accepting All Major Credit Cards

Contact Jason Habernig

845-331-4966, 845-249-8668 CLEAN UPS, CLEAN OUTS. Indoor/ Outdoor. Junk & debris removal. Estates prepared for Moving and Sale. (845)6882253.

Experienced- TROMPE Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;LOEIL and FAUX FINISHING, 20 yrs. in Paris, and 10 yrs. locally. References and insured. Call Casimir: 845-430-3195 or 845-616- 0872.

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caretaking/ home management

New parents seeking HELPFUL HANDSNew Family in Historic Farm House just south of the town of New Paltz is looking for a thoughtful, caring housekeeper to welcome into their home. Soon-to-be parents looking for someone several days a week who can become a part of daily family life. The house is a very special place that requires great care and attention as well.

Child Care experience is a must. Applicants please respond to Matthew: matthew@ mjl2006.com

EXPERT PAINTER/TAPER. 25 years experience. Free estimates. Reasonable rates. Call Jim (845)679-0717 or (845)6334701.

HANDYALL SERVICES: *Carpentry, *Plumbing, *Electrical, *Painting, *Excavating & Grading. 5 ton dump trailer. Trees cut, Yards cleaned & mowed.

Snow Removal. Call Dave (845)514-6503mobile.

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.

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.

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

PRIVATE CARE for elderly. CERTIFIED AIDE, 10 years experience. Live-in or hourly. References available. Ulster County area.

(845)901-8513 SPRING CLEANUP TIME... All your home/property improvement needs including but not limited to painting, caretaking, fencing, landscaping, gardening, light tree work, excavation and construction. Call

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Authorized Dealer & Installer Low-Rate Financing Available

e w Emergency Generators r y LICENSED 331-4227 INSURED

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building services

HAB HABERWASH PRESSURE WASHING PR & EXTERIOR PAINTING & STAINING.

CLEAN UPS, CLEAN OUTS. Indoor/ Outdoor. Junk & debris removal. Estates prepared for Moving and Sale. (845)6882253.

Excellent references.

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Multiple References Available Upon Request Licensed & Insured â&#x20AC;˘ ritaccopainting.com

Call (845)706-1713 or (845) 679-8932

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personal and health services

ULSTER COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING; SENIOR NUTRITION/ DINING PROGRAM. Operates Senior Dining Sites throughout the county, which offer nutritious, hot meals from 11:30 a.m.-noon. Kingston Mid-town

Shandaken, NY 845-688-2253

EXPERIENCED HANDYMAN WITH A VAN. Carpentry, painting, flatscreen mounting, light hauling/delivery, cleanouts. Second home caretaking. All small/ medium jobs considered. Versatile, trustworthy, creative, thrifty. References. Ken Fix It. 845-616-7999.

PRINTING AND COPYING, Business Cards, Fliers, Labels, Envelopes. All your printing needs. J&L Printing. 4 Cross Street, Saugerties, NY. 845-246-7809

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www.stoneridgeelectric.com

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Ulster Publishing newspapers and websites reach over 50,000 readers a week. Go to www.ulsterpublishing.com/ advertise or 845-334-8200 to advertise.

Septic Systems â&#x20AC;˘ Drainage Driveways â&#x20AC;˘ Tree Removal Retaining Walls â&#x20AC;˘ Ponds

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Plaster and concrete saints, angels, bronzes, weathervanes, cupolas, more redrockgardencenter.com 845-569-1117 ALL MASONRY REPAIRS Excavation and Drainage Needs. Hudson Valley Mason Works offers services for Commercial & Residential Masonry, Design, Repairs, Excavation & Drainage for new & existing masonry. Brick, Block, Pavers, Stone, Walls, Walkways, Patios, Gardens, Chimney & Fireplace Veneer. Call us for your Free Estimate Today 845-883-0086 or 845-4017787. Visit us on Facebook or www.

HudsonValleyMasonWorks.com 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 HANDYMAN, HOME REPAIR, Carpentry, Remodels, Installations, Roofing, Painting, Mechanical repairs, etc.

Large and small jobs. Reasonable rates.

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HNI Builders Professional Craftsmanship for all phases of construction

845.331.4844 HniBuilders.com Hugh@HniBuilders.com WINECOFF QUALITY CONTRACTING, INC. New Construction, Additions, Renovations. Decks, Kitchens, Bathrooms, All types of Flooring, Tile Work. Demolition, Dump Runs, Rotten Wood Repairs. FREE EXTERIOR HOME INSPECTIONS. OH!!!

HANDYMAN PROJECTS TOO. Stefan Winecoff, 845-389-2549.

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repair/ maintenance services

DELPHINUS INTERIOR PAINTING, CARPENTRY & HANDYMAN SERVICE. Indoor painting, carpentry, repairs and problem-solving solutions. Door sticks?

Window jammed? No job too small.

Economically and environmentally friendly. $20/hour. Call 845-255-2379.

gardening/ landscaping

Landscaping Lawn installation Ponds Retaining walls Stone work ...and much more

Excavation Site work Drain ¿elds Land clearing Septic systems Demolition Driveways

Paramount Contracting & Development Corp.

William Watson • Residential / Commercial

SNOW PLOWING & SANDING Call William, for your free estimate (845) 401-6637

Down to Earth Landscaping Quality service from the ground up

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Specializing in: Hardscape Tree trimming Fences Koi ponds Snow plowing

Benjamin Watson, Owner Phone: (845) 389-3028

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Ulster Publishing newspapers and websites reach over 50,000 readers a week. Go to www.ulsterpublishing.com/ advertise or 845-334-8200 to advertise.

KIZER STONEWORKS. Bluestone Specialist for the Hudson Valley. Wall restoration, new walls, retaining walls, patios, walkways, steps, stone design and sculpture, rock gardens and landscaping. Free estimates and fully insured. Call 845-3389180.

STONEHENGE: STONE WALLS, PATIOS, walks, fences, decks, gates, gazebos, additions, ornamental pools, stone veneer, masonry needs. Tim Dunton 3390545.

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spirituality

and show me, herein you are my mother.

Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, show me herein you are my mother. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3x). Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3x). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal. You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me, I want in this short prayer to thank-you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank-you for your mercy towards me and mine. The person must say this prayer 3 consecutive days. After 3 days, the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favor is granted.

Laurie Oliver — Spiritual Counseling GIVE THE GIFT OF WELLNESS Make positive changes in your life through hypnosis.

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN. (Never known to fail.) Oh, most faithful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God. Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh Star of the Sea, help me

Smoking cessation • pain management stress relief • past life regressions.

Intuitive, Sensitive Guidance Spirit Communicator

(845) 679-2243 • laur50@aol.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 other- We 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)7581170. Spots are $12-$35.

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adoptions

FOR ADOPTION- GLORIOUS CATS!!

1-year old boys are ready for their forever homes. They’ve come such a long way from when they were found as orphaned kittens. They’re learning to trust and to know that people can be kind and loving. All are neutered, litter pan trained and up to date w/shots. Jack; black w/ white markings (tuxedo). Harley; white w/black spots & Ian; handsome all gray boy. We’d like to have Jack & Harley go to a home together. Ian, who’s still trying to come out of his shell, will need a home where a person will have the patience to let him find his comfort zone. If you’d like to know more about these beautiful boys, please call the Woodstock Feral Cat Project at (917)282-2018 or email: DRJLPK@aol.com

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animals

DIANA’S FANCY FLEA MARKET: Nice Items Needed For Next Sale! Call Diana 626-0221. To Benefit Diana’s CAT Shelter in Accord.

Pet Sitting Playdates plus Dog Walking PETWATCH Loving Cat Care est. 1987 1987 est.

679-6070 Susan Susan Roth Roth 679-6070

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PROJECT CAT is a non-profit cat RESCUE AND SHELTER. Please help get cats off the streets and into homes. Adopt a healthy and 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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pet care

NEEDED: Foster Homes for Kittens.

If you have the time (little is needed) and space to foster kittens, our organization will provide kitten food and if necessary, medical attention for these wonderful beings.

Please call the Woodstock Feral Cat Project at (917)282-2018. pet’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.

Want to help but can’t adopt a cat? Don’t for-

get about our Foster program! Visit our website, UCSPCA.org, for details and pictures of cats to foster. Come see us and 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.

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 (973)713-8229.

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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

2002 SAAB FOR SALE. $1200 or best offer. Dark blue 93 Turbo sedan, 4-door, with sun-roof. Many new parts, approx. $178,000 miles. Needs brakes. Call 917916-7717 for appointment Friday-Sunday.

Location near Woodstock village.

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animals

Jack

Harley

These year old boys are ready for their forever homes. They have come such a long way from when they were found as orphaned kittens. They are learning to trust and to know that people can be kind and loving. All are neutered, litter pan trained and up to date with shots. Jack is black with white markings (tuxedo). Harley is white with black spots and Ian is a handsome all gray boy.

We would like to have Jack and Harley go to a home together. Ian, who is still trying to come out of his shell, will need a home where a person will have the patience to let him find his comfort zone.

If you would like to know more about these beautiful boys, please call the Woodstock Feral Cat Project at (917) 282-2018 or email DRJLPK@aol.com.

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