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A miscellany of Hudson Valley art, entertainment and adventure | Calendar Ca l e n da r & Classifieds | Issue 17 | Apr . 23-30

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A beast of a book fair Poughkeepsie Public Library District lightens its load with Giant Book Sale in Hyde Park this weekend For years now, the Friends of the Poughkeepsie Public Library District (FPPLD) have been raising funds through the sale of donated books – notably the Giant Book Sale held an-

nually at the former Hyde Park Stop & Shop, located on Route 9 at St. Andrew’s Road. Last year’s was supposed to be the last such event, but the allvolunteer organization has a lot of inventory to get rid of before moving into its brand-spanking-new Boardman Road Branch Library, a former schoolhouse, which just had its dedication ceremony on April 12. So the big blowout sale is getting one final go-round starting this Friday, April 24 and running through Tuesday April 28. Admission is free all five days, except

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for the Early Bird Special on Friday from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, which is free to FPPLD members but will cost $10 for non-members who want to get first crack at the offerings. And what an encyclopedic selection is promised: 70+ categories including children’s books, cookbooks, religion, fine arts, mysteries, foreign language books. A Special Area open through Sunday will feature rare books, first editions, books signed by the author, books of local interest, graphic novels, comic books, coffee-table books, Norman Rockwell-related merchandise, newspapers from the 1920s and 1930s and older copies of Look and Life magazines. Hours for the sale are Friday from 12 noon to 8 p.m., Saturday and Monday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hardcovers, audiobooks and DVDs

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will sell for $2 each; oversized paperbacks, CDs and children’s hardcover books for $1; regular-sized paperbacks, videotapes, records and cassettes for 50 cents. All prices are reduced by half on Sunday. On Monday (after the Special Section has closed), bring a grocery bag and fill it for $5. On Tuesday, whatever is left is free. These folks really don’t want to haul these books back again, so come by and pick up a few good reads for a song! There is plenty of free parking, and shopping carts will be available. Payment is by cash, Travelers’ Cheques and personal checks with your address, phone number and identification. For more information visit http://poklibfriends.org. – Frances Marion Platt FPPLD’s Giant Book Sale, Friday-Tuesday, April 24-28, free, Hyde Park Stop & Shop, Route 9/St. Andrew’s Road, Hyde Park; http://poklibfriends.org.Â

Green & growing SUNY-Ulster hosts Farm Hub’s Community Update Meeting As America begins to wake up from its long processed-food-induced haze, shake its collective head and start noticing that there are more healthful and pleasurable ways to feed ourselves, terms like “food desert� are entering our lexicon. Food deserts sound ominous, but the good news is that creative minds are coming up with ways to make them more fertile and life-sustaining. Any city so afflicted – Midtown Kingston being one obvious local example – can count itself fortunate if there are rural communities within a few miles’ radius where small family farms still continue to thrive. Thanks in part to the financial and

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his week, with spring in full swing, encompasses Earth Day, the 200th birthday of John James Audubon and Arbor Day. So naturally, lots of outdoorsy events are being planned by community organizations in our region, including community, shoreline and trail cleanups. Volunteering for some is a great way to work the cabin-fever kinks out of your atrophied muscles. One local environmental treasure is Slabsides, the rustic cabin built in West Park by the great 19th-century naturalist John Burroughs. While the cabin itself won’t be open to the public again until the third Saturday in May, its recently refurbished trail system is available year-round. But winter blowdowns have blocked passage on some of those trails, so a cleanup party is being organized for this Saturday morning, April 25, and volunteers are needed. The Catskills chapter of Trout Unlimited will be showing up with chainsaws to clear fallen trees, so all you need to bring are work gloves, and clippers or a metal rake if you have them. If you’d like to start the day with a nature walk guided by Matt Corsaro of the John Burroughs Natural History Society, let him know that you’re coming by e-mailing mattcorsaro@yahoo.com and show up at 8 a.m. Trail-clearing crews will meet up at 9 a.m. at the Slabsides gateway. Trail treats will be provided. The John Burroughs Nature Sanctuary is located at 261 Floyd Ackert Road, just off Route 9W in West Park. To sign up to participate in the Spring Trail Cleanup, e-mail joanburroughs@yahoo.com. - Frances Marion Platt

technical assistance of the New World Foundation’s Local Economies Project, such a place can become the site of a Farm Hub, where the future of smallscale, sustainable agriculture is nurtured through training and (literal) field research, and where urban residents can find a green oasis nearby their desert. In case you haven’t heard, the former Gill Farm on Route 209 in Hurley now hosts the Hudson Valley Farm Hub, where local farmers can go to learn new “climatesmart” agriculture techniques, check out new mid-Hudson-friendly crop varieties and master new strategies for business resilience like growing “niche” crops. Want to know more about what exactly the Farm Hub has been up to, in pursuit of its mission to foster a vibrant regional food system? Come to the Student Lounge at Vanderlyn Hall on the SUNY-Ulster campus in Stone Ridge on Thursday, April 30 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., when the Farm Hub folks will hold a Community Update Meeting. Learn how Gill Farm made the transition from private farm to non-profit center for farmer training and research, and hear about what’s growing there this season and why. The informational presentation will be followed by a question-and-answer session, and you’ll have a chance to offer feedback on future programming ideas. Admission to this event is free, but registration is encouraged to ensure ample seating. You can sign up to attend online at http://hvfarmhub.org/events. – Frances Marion Platt

Hug a tree for health Diana Beresford-Kroger to speak at Inquiring Minds in New Paltz on Sunday

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store in New Paltz. Born in England and currently a resident of Ontario, Beresford-Kroger was raised in the Scots/Irish Druidic spiritual tradition and brings that sense of awe for the natural world into her approach to environmental science. She has degrees in both Botany and Medical Biochemistry, so when she advocates for things like planting trees whose chemical compounds have known antiviral properties around hospitals, this isn’t just airy-fairy Findhorn stuff; her proposals have science backing them up. Beresford-Kroger makes a persuasive case that there are sound evolutionary reasons, survival reasons, why our spirits get a lift from a walk in the woods. She contends that tree-hugging is literally good for you, because physical contact with trees stimulates the release of a compound called beta-ionone that, inhaled or absorbed through the skin, can act to switch off cancer-causing genes. Some tree types are directly beneficial to human health; others remove toxic pollutants like mercury from the environment; all sequester carbon from the atmosphere and manufacture oxygen. So Beresford-Kroger writes books, makes films, tours and lectures in a passionate campaign for protection of the world’s forests and deeper scientific

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study of the medicinal properties of trees, not discounting the lore accumulated over centuries of experience by indigenous cultures. Her previous books – The Global Forest, A Garden for Life, Arboretum Borealis and Arboretum America – have been widely praised for that rare quality of translating the complexities of hard science into graceful language that is accessible to the lay reader. Hear Diana Beresford-Kroger read from The Sweetness of a Simple Life beginning at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 26 at the Inquiring Minds Bookstore located at 6 Church Street in New Paltz. Admission is free. Call (845) 255-8300 for more information about the event. To learn more about the author, visit http:// dianasjourney.com. – Frances Marion Platt Diana Beresford-Kroger reading, Sunday, April 26, 4 p.m., free, Inquiring Minds Bookstore, 6 Church Street, New Paltz; (845) 255-8300.

Poets Ron Whiteurs & Mark Wunderlich read in Kingston When the soft-spoken Annie LaBarge takes the microphone to introduce featured readers at Fourth Satur-

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Can a scientist be “esteemed” by her peers and considered a “renegade” at the same time? Diana BeresfordKroger thinks so. The visionary scientist/author/filmmaker also thinks that trees can save us from ourselves, if we preserve enough of them and plant the right species in the right places: a process that she calls “bioplanning.” She’ll be speaking about her latest book, The Sweetness of a Simple Life: Tips for Healthier, Happier and Kinder Living Gleaned from the Wisdom and Science of Nature, this Sunday afternoon at the Inquiring Minds book-

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4 day Spoken Word in Kingston, eager audiences know that they’re in for a literary treat. The once-a-month gathering now held every fourth Saturday (it used to come together on the second one) welcomes poets, songwriters, memoirists, actors and authors of both fiction and nonfiction to the Unitarian Universalist Congregation stage to read from their works. This month LaBarge has captured the talents of two world-renowned local poets who will share the stage to offer up their best and latest work: Ron (a/k/a R. Dionysius) Whitehurst and Mark Wunderlich. Bronx-born and New Jersey-raised, Whitehurst transplanted himself to Ulster County in 1966, where he earned an MA from SUNY-New Paltz and went on to teach there for a couple of years afterward. He has been published in Abraxas, Arabesque, Poets’ Gallery, Home Planet News, Chronogram, Hunger, The Rondout Review and the Swiss journal Wuzz Buzzin. He has slammed at the Nuyorican Poets’ Cafe and performed at the Outloud Festival and at the Byrdcliffe Barn as part of Summerjazz, among many other events and venues in the Hudson Valley, Capital District and New York City over the years. He recorded poetry for Steve Charney’s Knock on Wood show on WAMC, starred in the Igneous It production of Ox Necks in Tweed and appeared in the film Trapped in Amber by Bart Thrall. While acting as poet laureate of IBM Publishing, he was a classical music broadcast consultant on Vassar College Radio. He started a rock ‘n’ roll band and curated the 19th annual Hudson Valley Poets’ Fest in the Widow Jane Mine. His work has been called “provocative.” Whitehurst’ first published volume of poems, Crowns I Have Made and Other Regalia, came out in 2014. Mark Wunderlich was born in Winona, Minnesota and grew up in rural Fountain City, Wisconsin. He attended Concordia College’s Institut für Deutsche Studien and later the University of Wisconsin, from which he

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Draft Horse Association Spring Plow

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n England, where winters are shorter and milder than here in the Northeast, the traditional start of the agricultural year is Plough Monday, the first Monday after Epiphany. Festivities associated with the day originated so long ago that their ritual meanings have been lost; but in rural districts, crossdressing mummers still parade through the streets and byways hauling a plow, playing music and soliciting treats door-to-door. Plough pudding, the English equivalent of the Scottish haggis, is eaten with great solemnity. In these parts, anyone even thinking of tilling the soil in January when it’s still frozen rock-hard would be thought mad, and the old Pagan agricultural customs have long been lost to us. But there’s a group of farming history buffs and equine fanciers here in our region called the Hudson Valley Draft Horse Association (HVDHA) that still attaches some ceremony to the Spring Plow. The ground will be broken with old-fashioned horsedrawn plowshares next Saturday at Saunderskill Farms in Accord, and participants and onlookers will celebrate afterwards with a barbecue and live music by the Roadhouse Revival Band and the Shoe String Band. Be sure to bring the kids, because there will be opportunities to make the acquaintance of four-legged gentle giants of the English Shire and Suffolk, French Percheron, Belgian and Clydesdale persuasion. The annual Hudson Valley Draft Horse Association Spring Plow takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 25 at Saunderskill Farms, located at 5100 Route 209 in Accord. For more information call (845) 626-2676 or visit www.saunderskill.com. – Frances Marion Platt

received a BA in German Literature and English. Wunderlich earned an MFA from Columbia University’s School of the Arts’ Writing Division. Author of three volumes of poetry, The Anchorage, Voluntary Servitude and The Earth Avails, Wunderlich has been the recipient of numerous awards and fellowships, ranging from Stanford University to Breadloaf and the MacDowell Colony to the Arteles Creativity Center in

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Hämeenkyrö, Finland. His work has been published in The New Republic, Poetry, Paris Review, Yale Review, Slate, Tin House and The Stranger, and is widely anthologized. Wunderlich teaches writing and literature at Bennington College and at Columbia University School of the Arts. He currently chairs the Artistic Advisory Board at the Millay Colony for the Arts in Austerlitz and lives near the Village of Catskill. Don’t miss what regularly promises to be a great night of poetry. Refreshments will be served, and authors’ books are often available for purchase at these well-attended events. Typically, LaBarge invites audience members to sign up for short open-mic spots that are interspersed between the headliners, so everybody has the opportunity to be heard now and then. Sharpen your pencils and show us your stuff! – Ann Hutton Fourth Saturday Spoken Word, Saturday, April 25, 7 p.m., $5, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Catskills, 320 Sawkill Road, Kingston; (845) 514-2007, (845) 331-2884, www. uucckingston.org.

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UPAC screens Cav & Pag in HD from the Met this Sunday Cavalleria Rusticana and Pagliacci – or “Cav and Pag,” as the double bill has become known since first getting paired at the Metropolitan Opera in 1893 – are two of opera’s greatest hits: shorter works that play off elements of comedy and heightened tragedy in ways that have come to epitomize all that people love and hate about the form. Don’t recognize the names, necessarily? The tunes, once heard or played anywhere, are never forgotten. Kitschy? Yes, but truly great in their ability to wrap everything into one great burst of passion and song. And way cool in the new performances being broadcast as part of a sweep of 900 theaters around the world this Saturday afternoon, April 25, when the Bardavon presents its latest incarnation of The Met: Live in HD, the current season’s conclusion, at the Ulster Performing Arts Center (UPAC) in Kingston. The production sets the two works across two time periods in the same Sicilian village, with Marcelo Álvarez playing the dual tenor roles of Turiddu in Cavalleria Rusticana and Canio in Pagliacci. Cav, Mascagni’s premier work, created in answer to an Italian opera competition, will be set in a moodily atmospheric 1900 village square setting; while Pag will see that same setting transformed to a 1948 truckstop for the doomed vaudeville troupe of Italian clowns known as pagliacci. – Paul Smart The Met: Live in HD’s Cavalleria Rusticana & Pagliacci, Saturday, April 25, 12:30 p.m., $26/$19, UPAC Performing Arts Center, 601 Broadway, Kingston; (845) 339-6088, www.bardavon.org.

Brecht’s Mother Courage at SUNY-Ulster SUNY-Ulster’s Theater Department presents Mother Courage and Her Children in the Quimby Theater from April 24 to 26, with performances Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. SUNY-Ulster instructor Sophia Skiles directs the play, written by German drama-

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udson Valley Gamelans Giri Mekar and Chandra Kanchana will perform at Bard College on Friday, April 24, at 8 p.m. The concert will be a farewell tribute to Balinese artists/scholars Dr. I. Made Bandem and Dr. N. L. N. Suasthi Widjaja Bandem, who are finishing out their eight-year academic and artistic residency at the College of the Holy Cross in the US. A gamelan is a type of Indonesian orchestra, native to the islands of Bali and Java. There are many types of gamelans (more than 40 on the island of Bali alone). Hudson Valley Gamelans perform on the popular gamelan gong kebyar, which may include up to 40 orchestra members playing intricate melodies on a variety of gongs, metallophones, gong chimes, drums and flutes. The Balinese word kebyar refers to the bursting open of a flower when it blooms. The Bandems have been composing, teaching and performing gamelan works for decades. Made Bandem has served as the rektor (or president) of several prestigious performing arts schools in Bali and Java. Suasthi Bandem is an acclaimed choreographer and costume designer. “We find people here have a very strong individual mind, but also I find that they need collective interaction,� said Made Bandem about his American residency. “When we do art together in gamelan, this can improve their quality of life. Something in the study of gamelan contributes to their knowledge of world culture. This creates a very positive interaction of sharing, helping and creating collective heroes.� Friday’s performance takes place in the Multi-Purpose Room at Bard’s Bertelsmann Campus Center at 8 p.m. It includes traditional and new works for the Balinese gamelan gong kebyar ensemble, as well as world premiere compositions written by artistic director/professor I Nyoman Suadin and longtime Gamelan Giri Mekar member Sue Pilla. The Bandems will perform in the dances Margapati and Topeng Keras; and there will be a kecak, or monkey chant, demonstration, as well as a short lecture on Balinese culture by Made Bandem and Bill Ylitalo. Tickets are available at the door only. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Suggested donation is $10, and admission is free for Bard students, faculty and children age 16 and under. For more information, call (845) 688-7090 or check out Hudson Valley Gamelans Giri Mekar and Chandra Kanchana at Bard College on Facebook. This concert is made possible by the Bard Music, Asian Studies and Religion departments, as well as the Woodstock Chimes Fund and Ulster Publishing. Hudson Valley Gamelans Giri Mekar/Chandra Kanchana, Friday, April 24, 8 p.m., $10, Bertelsmann Campus Center, Multi-Purpose Room, Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson; (845) 688-7090.

tist and poet Bertolt Brecht in 1939. Mother Courage and Her Children tells the story of a woman’s struggles and deals to make a living and feed a family during the Thirty Years’ War in Europe. The cast features SUNY-Ulster’s Musical Theater instructor, cabaret performer and

actor Molly Parker-Myers in the title role. Parker-Myers performs alongside SUNYUlster students and numerous members of the college community in cameo roles. The suggested donation is $10 at the door, free for students. For information, contact theater coordinator Stephen Balantzian at (845) 688-1589.

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Sustaining notes Ars Choralis performs “Music in Desperate Times” in Poughkeepsie & Woodstock

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hether your personal musical tastes run to Beyoncé or Bach, you’ve no doubt experienced music’s transformative power to lift spirits, deepen a somber mood, inspire action or leave you with thoughts worth pondering. The SS officers who worked at the Nazi concentration camp at Birkenau (the death camp of Auschwitz) apparently favored the music of Beethoven, Schumann, Chopin, Strauss and other composers: They forced 54 women musicians to perform it for them and for their fellow Jews and other captives during forced work details and prisoner load-ins onto trains bound for the crematoria. Following the Liberation, these women (who all survived, except their conductor, who is believed to have died of food poisoning) cited their orchestra membership as lifesaving. Woodstock’s Ars Choralis is celebrating its 50th anniversary year this year. The not-for-profit choral group of countywide members will perform “Music in Desperate Times: Remembering the Women’s Orchestra of Birkenau” this weekend in Woodstock and Poughkeepsie.

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Violinist Elizabeth Silver (above) performing part of Ars Choralis’s “Music in Desperate Times: Remembering the Women’s Orchestra of Birkenau” at Ravensbrück’s annual Liberation Day ceremony in Germany in 2009. The not-for-profit choral group (below) will perform that same piece this weekend in Woodstock and Poughkeepsie.

The choral and orchestral program is interspersed with the writings of women who lived in Nazi concentration camps. Though conductor Barbara Pickhardt acknowledges that it’s impossible to comprehend fully what these women endured, the concert offers a rare opportunity to absorb the power of their

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remarkable resilience. And, she believes, audiences will be uplifted and inspired by their courage. Pickhardt first heard of the Birkenau orchestra in the mid-1990s, and has since devoted herself to research, development and presentation of this concert program. Many Ars Choralis members have performed “Music in Desperate Times” in one of eight previous c o n c e r t s , i n c l u d i n g programs at St. John the Divine in New York and in Germany. Even so, an emotional journey ensues, alongside practicing the proper notes and rehearsing to come in on cue at the right moments. Ann Marie Woolsey, one of Ars Choralis’ newest members, calls her involvement with the 45-member chorus “very special. It’s my Sunday-night therapy,” she says, referring to the weekly rehearsals. “I feel blessed. With other choirs, there have usually been a few pieces where I think, ‘I don’t want to sing this,’ but here,

every piece speaks to me. Barbara is a behind-the-scenes activist, and her art is music-as-activism. The concerts bring the community together, and they’re rooted in peace and love.” “The material for this concert is really tough,” she adds, “and I’ve broken down, quietly, a few times in preparing for it. When Barbara reads excerpts from the women’s writings and talks about the run-through of the program – singing, orchestra performances, narrative readings, candle-lighting – the other members of the choir nod. They all know what to expect. The material is extremely upsetting. I really don’t know a better word for it; it’s just upsetting. Some of the pieces are somber, while others are uplifting and talk more about hope and courage, which is the theme of the concert. The songs are not all about persecution.” Longtime Ars Choralis member Anne Brueckner says, “As we prepare for this concert, I have been struck by the dual

During the concert, singers wear lavender scarves, as did the women of the original ensemble, who did so to cover their shaved heads.

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7 says. “We share the joy of singing and enrichment, for peace, for goodness, for love.” Ars Choralis will present “Music in Desperate Times: Remembering the Women’s Orchestra of Birkenau” on Saturday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m. at the Christ Episcopal Church in Poughkeepsie and on Sunday, April 26th at 4 p.m. at the Woodstock Jewish Congregation in Woodstock. Tickets may be purchased for $20 at the door or, for $18 in advance, at www.arschoralis.com; Mother Earth’s Storehouse in Kingston; DIG in Saugerties; and at Catskill Art & Office Supply and the Golden Notebook in Woodstock. Children’s tickets are halfprice. For further information, please visit www.arschoralis.com. – Debra Bresnan

Rhinebeck’s Morton Library presents Common Music Collective

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When it first appeared back in 1993, The Juliet Letters was an anomaly even for the prolific and far-reaching oeuvre of the genre-busting Elvis Costello. Composed and performed as a contemporary version of a song cycle, based on a created set of letters to and from various real and fictional characters all involved in concepts of love, sadness, introspection and growth, many saw the work as a stretch. But then it started climbing into the Billboard Top 200. And, as others from the rock world tried their own hands at classical compositions and collaborations, the strength of what Costello had created started reverberating. Now, two decades plus later, The Juliet Letters is getting a new wind in modern chamber repertories. It’ll be the key composition performed by the regionally drawn Common Music Collective when it performs at Rhinebeck’s Morton Library this coming Saturday, April 25 at 6 p.m. Talk about modern classics! – Paul Smart

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he Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts at Bard College presents the American Symphony Orchestra on Friday and Saturday, April 24 and 25 at 8 p.m. Conducted by Leon Botstein, the program includes Leoš Janácek’s Sinfonietta; Hermann Goetz’s Symphony No. 2 in F Major, Op. 9, and Alberto Ginastera’s Harp Concerto featuring Xing Gao, Class of ’17, on harp. Janácek’s Sinfonietta calls for 25 brass players and was meant by the composer to express “contemporary free man; his spiritual beauty and joy; his strength, courage and determination to fight for victory.” Sinfonietta is considered to be one of Janácek’s masterpieces. A special pre-concert talk by Alexander Bonus, assistant professor of Music, begins at 7 p.m. Individual tickets cost $25, $30, $35 and $40. For tickets or more information, call (845) 7587900 or visit http://fishercenter.bard.edu. The Fisher Center is located on the campus of Bard College, located at 60 Manor Avenue in Annandale-on-Hudson.

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granted Ars Choralis permission to use her words as long as they were not altered. “In Germany, we sang songs with women who were attending Liberation Day ceremonies, and intermingled with survivors and the families of those who were murdered in the camps,” says Pickhardt. “The women we met when we were in Germany said, ‘Tell the story. We’re old. Keep it alive,’ and I took that very seriously. This message needs to be heard, and we’re just one more voice. Everything counts. Everything matters.” This weekend, Lasker-Wallfisch’s narrative, along with the writings captured in books and memoirs of Birkenau orchestra conductor Alma Rosé and music arranger Fania Fenelon, will be read by Victoria Langling, Cecelia Keehn and Lily Arbisser. The program features music that the original ensemble was forced to play for its Nazi captors: an excerpt from Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, “Träumerei” from Robert Schumann’s Scenes from Childhood, Chopin’s Étude No. 3 in E Major, The Beautiful Blue Danube by Strauss, an excerpt from Mendelssohn’s Concerto for Violin (Elizabeth Silver, soloist) and “Un bel di vedremo” from Puccini’s Madame Butterfly (Lily Arbisser, soloist). During the past 50 years, Ars Choralis has performed widely for capacity crowds throughout the Hudson Valley, including Elizabethan feasts and, in more recent times, following 9/11, Hurricane Katrina, the Haitian earthquake, the Indonesian tsunami and other major catastrophes. They perform holiday concerts at area churches, and spring and summer concerts in artistic and natural environments such as Maverick Concerts and Opus 40. “We

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nature of the experience: how you bring your own individual perspective and emotional baggage to the fore, and how you relate to the experience as a member of a broader group where the individual becomes integrated into the community. I find that I am ‘me,’ and then I am also not-me, but rather am intertwined with the others. You feel for yourself, and you feel for the entire organism.” Pickhardt has made this concert a part of her life for 20 years and says, “I feel like I’ve learned so much, and have certainly been affected profoundly by the story of the Women’s Orchestra of Birkenau, as well as by the response of our audiences, and that of our singers and orchestra members.” During the concert, singers wear lavender scarves, as did the women of the original ensemble, who did so to cover their shaved heads. “When you put on the scarf, you take on the identity of the person, and it has an effect on the way you experience the music,” Pickhardt explains. “You become that person; you sing through the tears. By and large, the story is beautiful... You wonder, ‘Where does the courage to keep going come from?’ Their orchestra kept them alive.” In April 2009, survivors of the Ravensbrück concentration camp in Furstenberg, Germany invited Ars Choralis to perform at their annual Liberation Day ceremonies on the grounds of the camp. Heilig Kreuz Passion Church in Berlin also invited Ars Choralis to perform “Music in Desperate Times.” While on tour there, Ars Choralis members met and talked with women who were concentration camp survivors. One of them, cellist Anita Lasker-Wallfisch,

Common Music Collective performs The Juliet Letters, $15/$5, Morton Library, 82 Kelly Street, Rhinebeck; (845) 8762903.

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Basilica Hudson hosts 24-Hour Drone

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t is not like the avant-garde to be quite so blunt and denotative in its choice of words, but “24-Hour Drone: Experiments in Sound

and Music� could hardly be more levelheaded and descriptive. Basilica Hudson inaugurates its first season with the first annual 24-Hour Drone. A collaboration

with the Le Guess Who? Festival from Utrecht in the Netherlands, the Drone will make use of the sprawling main hall at Basilica and feature a full 24 hours of electronic, psychedelic, classical, nonWestern and instrumental drone music. The event h a s a tt r a c t e d genre-straddling leading lights of Minimalist, electronic and experimental music. The n o m i n a l headliner is Prurient, the nom de noise of the esteemed lo-fi recording artist Ian Dominick Fernow. Montreal’s SUUNS offer a Minimalist, serene drone/rock.

Arone Dyer of Buke and Gase is one of many artists applying experimental sounds and methods to guitar pop. The guitarist and composer Patrick Higgins is lead voice of the outrageous ensemble Zs. The roster also includes ample on-topic local performers, including Ultraam and Alexander Turnquist. 24-Hour Drone occurs in conjunction with a recreation of what happened when Lincoln’s funeral train stopped in Hudson on April 25, 1865. Organized by local historian Carole Osterink, at 8:45 p.m. a reenactment will set forth from the outdoor grounds of Basilica, cross over the train tracks and honor Lincoln’s passing with a dirge sung by women dressed all in white. Timed to coincide with the very hour of Lincoln’s funeral train’s arrival 150 years ago, the original event was described by the train commander as “one of the weirdest ever witnessed.� Afterwards, Bobby Previte will conduct an ensemble of Hudson Valley musicians at Basilica, in his reimagination of Aaron Copland’s masterpiece Lincoln Portrait, narrated by Brian Dewan, the famed musical storyteller and album-cover artist and the composer behind the zither army of the Blue Man Group. 24-Hour Drone happens from Saturday, April 25 at 3 p.m. until Sunday, April 26 at 3 p.m. Early-bird tickets cost $15 and are available at http://24hourdrone. brownpapertickets.com. Basilica is a unique industrial setting with limited seating, the organizers recommend that Drone attendees bring camping pads, yoga mats and/or pillows; sleeping bags/ blankets, comfortable clothes, bottles for refill at Basilica’s water fountain and endurance-enhancing snacks. Basilica is located at 110 South Front Street in Hudson. For more information, visit http://basilicahudson.com. – John Burdick

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9 Beacon’s Catalyst Gallery hosts James Keepnews The Beacon guitarist, composer and jazz curator James Keepnews concludes his month-long multimedia performance piece Feed at the Catalyst Gallery in Beacon on Friday and Saturday, April 24 and 25. With Feed, Keepnews connects his work as a multimedia and electronic artist with his lifelong engagement in the world of improvisational and experimental music – a world in which he is experienced and more than a little connected. He has worked with the likes of Karl Berger and George Lewis (another composer with a keen interest in multimedia) and he has studied with Robert Fripp. Centered on a faux news channel video installation produced (and starring) Keepnews, Feed brings a variety of musical ensembles together for multimedia interaction in both acoustic and electronic modes.

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hat’s traditional in jazz is the point of change,” declares the website of the elite jazz drummer and Ulster County resident Tani Tabbal. Hinging on the multiple meanings of the word “point,” it is a statement possessed of the same disorienting ambiguity as so much of the music on which Tabbal has played. This storied young veteran of the avantgarde was performing with the Sun Ra Arkestra at the age of 14. Since then, his discography is a veritable Who’s Who of “point of change” artists in the jazz sphere. He has worked most steadily with Roscoe Mitchell, a Chicago reedman and a leading light of the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM) scene, a breeding ground for modern jazz notables. Tabbal has recorded and performed with David Murray, James Carter, Steve Coleman, Grammy-winner Cassandra Wilson and many more. It makes sense that Tabbal lives in Ulster County and has also worked with Karl Berger, the legendary composer and vibraphonist who was also a co-founder (along with Ingrid Sertso and Ornette Coleman) of the Creative Music Studio in Woodstock, a progressive jazz studies center very much in the spirit of AACM and arguably the birthplace of “world jazz.” It was place where people went to reexamine traditions and the point of change. In recent years, however, Beacon has established itself as the seat of experimental art in the mid-Hudson Valley, beginning with visual arts, of course, and now blossoming richly into the domains of music and performance. And that skronk that you hear is probably

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coming from Quinn’s, the unassuming former luncheonette on Main Street that, due purely to management’s appetite for the outré, the challenging and the advanced, has become a regular stop for avant-garde royalty from the City and elsewhere. Scenes and venues are always ephemeral and endangered – even more for the experimental and progressive. So get it while the getting’s good. The Tani Tabbal Trio, with alto saxophonist Adam Siegal and bassist Michael Bisio, performs at Quinn’s on Monday, April 27 at 8 p.m. Donations are encouraged. Quinn’s is located at 330 Main Street in Beacon. For more information, call (845) 202-7447 or visit Quinn’s on Facebook. – John Burdick

concert will also feature the 112-yearold Mendelssohn Club of Kingston, an all-male chorus conducted by Paul Scatenato. Tickets for the concert cost $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and $5 for students. For tickets or more information, visit www.ndsorchestra.org or call (845) 6350877. The Old Dutch Church is located at 272 Wall Street in Kingston.

The musicians engage with Keepnews’ montage of images from Western classical antiquity and found footage of the Iraq War, educational science films, animals, apocalyptic apocrypha, cheeseburgers and other fetishes of the age. On Friday, Keepnews will perform on guitar, bass and laptop with Joe McPhee on saxophones and Dave Berger on drums. On Saturday, Keepnews performs a solo acoustic set. Performances begin at 8 p.m. Admission is free, but donations for the performers are encouraged. The Catalyst Gallery is located at 137 Main Street in Beacon. – John Burdick

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The Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra continues its American Portrait Series with “Beyond Ellis Island,” a performance of works from American naturalized citizens Ernest Bloch, Victor Herbert, Sergei Rachmaninoff and Woodstock’s own Robert Starer. Conducted by Kathleen Beckmann, the concert will be performed in the historic Old Dutch Church in Kingston on Sunday, April 26 at 3 p.m. The

Directed by Sophia Skiles and performed by SUNY Ulster students. Brecht’s 1939 play Mother Courage And Her Children gives us a scheming, swaggering, seemingly indomitable survivor of a woman who ekes out a living in the shady corners of the war’s marketplace. Is she making the best out of the war’s desperate times or do the desperate times of the war make a casualty of the best in us? Suggested donation is $10 at the door. General seating. Free for students. For more information call 845-688-1589 www.sunyulster.edu

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Rock + Rave = Raiment Andy Hilfiger and TwistedLamb’s Mary Lee team up for edgy Bethel Woods fashion show/benefit/exhibit about the influence of music on style

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or Andy Hilfiger, music has always been synonymous with clothing: When he was a teen growing up in Elmira in the 1970s, he played bass guitar in a band that rehearsed in the boutique clothing stores started by his older brother Tommy. “Tommy used to dress us,” Andy recalls. “He’d put us in bellbottoms and go to New York to buy and sell. I’ve gotten my whole design aesthetic from music.” Tommy’s first stores were located upstate – in Elmira, Corning and Ithaca – and when he left for the City in 1979, Andy and his brother and bandmate Billy followed. Andy toured with members of the Ramones, Kid Rock and Blue Öyster Cult; in the 1980s, he played bass guitar in the band King Flux with brother Billy, Richie Stotts of the Plasmatics and Marky Ramone. Currently he plays with the X Brothers, along with Joe Bouchard of Blue Öyster Cult. Besides making music, by the 1990s Andy was dressing famous rock ’n’ rollers and Hollywood stars in Tommy’s clothing and sponsoring concert tours – in effect, bringing the “Hilfiger company into the music world,” as he puts it. When he

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dressed Snoop Doggy Dog in Tommy’s rugby shirts for his performance on Saturday Night Live, “The youth went crazy, and the shirts were in all the stores,” he said. A decade later, when Andy discovered that many celebrities wanted to start their own brands, he left Tommy Hilfiger USA – where he’d also launched a multi-milliondollar accessories business – and went out on his own. His job is helping his clients meet the right manufacturers, learn other facets of the business and figure

out whether they want to sell at the top of the pyramid or cash in and sell at the bottom, in chains like Kmart. “We sponsored Britney Spears’s tour and she wanted her own fashion line. It never came out, so instead we launched Jennifer Lopez,” he recalled. The “JLO by Jennifer Lopez” line, as it was branded, was sold in Macy’s and was followed by a fragrance. Other clients include Adam Levine and Nicki Minaj. (“She’s colorful and stretchy and crazy; I take the DNA of her and expand it into product categories,”

he explained). Now a partner at Star Branding, Andy collaborated with Steve Tyler of Aerosmith and launched his own menswear line, called Andrew Charles. The clothing, which includes a line of Tyler-inspired scarves, is sold at Macy’s. It’s hardly surprising, having styled everyone from the Ramones, ZZ Top, Kid Rock and Michael Jackson to the Rolling Stones, that Andy has accumulated one of the world’s coolest collections of vintage clothing. Now he’s taking his 1970s platform shoes, leopard-print jackets

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The desert location also means that “If you don’t have water and a covering for your face, you can injure yourself. My aesthetic is an apocalyptic, Mad Max sense of style. It’s got a lot of leather, fur facemasks and hats and gloves. In the background is a CamelBak,� a type of portable water container. “Overall it’s a very tribal aesthetic. It embodies the feeling of being out in the desert.� Lee is choosing from ten to 15 authentic outfits created by other festivalgoers and designers, as well as showing her own “dark leather aesthetic.� The clothes and accessories will be well-worn and bear the imprint of each individual. “All were worn in the desert or in the woods,� but some outfits will be playful, particularly on the male side: “Men like to take suits and decorate them with neon lights and a disco ball.� Lee’s points of reference reflect her extensive travels. She lived with tribes in Africa while working for the Peace Corps. Originally from the West Coast, she is an accomplished SCUBA diver and loves horses. Last year, after living in New York City working in the fashion industry for many years, she saw the Mongol Derby horse race advertised online, signed up and got accepted. She moved to Florida to train and then, last August, traveled to Mongolia, where she raced 1,000 kilometers over eight days in what is the world’s toughest and longest horse race. She ended up finishing in the top five. Lee’s sense of adventure translates into her business. A month after starting her TwistedLamb blog, Lee was working as a stylist with Kanye West. Her work has also crossed over into cyberspace: She dresses avatars and has the distinction of being the world’s first digital fashion editor. Lee said that the festival theme of the fashion show is hardly a moth-eaten remnant from the 1960s, but completely contemporary. “Music festivals have taken off. Mysteryland will now be at Bethel Woods for a second year in a row, and it’s huge. [The Mysteryland festival, which also takes place in the Netherlands and Chile, will return to Bethel Woods on May 22-25.] The music festivals across Europe are now branching out to America. EDM is massive and in every major city.� Her take on the trend? “It’s wonderful. It gives kids a chance to express themselves. Kids are

free to dance all night with friends. With technical music, the sound is amazing.� What’s fun and adventurous isn’t just for youth, she added. “I’m 39, and all of my friends still go to Burning Man. There’s a camp of older people who’ve been going there for 25 years. It’s incredible: the art that’s out there, the innovation that goes on the buildings – and then they just burn it all at the end. It’s a very intelligent, forward thing, which is creeping onto Main Street, as more people go and experience the freedom of it.� Lee marvels at how the In t e r n e t a n d mobile technology have transformed lives. “ There’s more power for each individual. There’s no limits these days to what we can do. Everybody can be a photographer, thanks to apps with filters, enabling anyone to make beautiful photos. People will become stronger creatively. You won’t need to have a nine-to-five job to survive. You can be and do whatever you want.� In line with that philosophy, “Festival Fashion� will include a few submissions made by the public. “I want the people who are submitting their outfits to really put it together themselves,� Lee said. “I want them to be proud of who they are.� – Lynn Woods

Last year, Mary Lee entered the Mongol Derby, the world’s toughest and longest horse race. She raced 1,000 kilometers over eight days and ďŹ nished in the top ďŹ ve.

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and fringed vests out of the closet and showcasing them on the runway at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts. In a nod to the seminal festival commemorated by the venue, the runway show, held at 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, is called “Festival Fashion: Bellbottoms and Butterfly Wings� and it’s a benefit for the not-forp r o fi t B e t h e l Woods Center for the Arts. Coc u rator Ma r y Lee, whose blog, Tw i s t e d L a m b , launched her career as a highly sought-after creative fashion director and stylist for Kanye West, CCP Games, Norisol Ferrari, The Glitch Mob and Nicola Formichetti, will pair Andy’s authentic vintage wear with the modern-day tribal aesthetic rooted in the EDM (electronic dance music) festival fashions of today, modeled by the fans who created them. “Usually fashion shows are for the buyers and press, but this is for the public,� Hilfiger said. The clublike party atmosphere – beer, wine and light fare will be served – will derive from a soundtrack that weaves in the ghost of rock ’n’ roll with a techno beat. “It’s a remix of the classics. You’ll hear a familiar song by Jimi Hendrix with an EDM beat behind it. We’re mixing Led Zeppelin with Kill Skrillex.� The eclectic sound will doubtless make Andy feel at home: When he was a kid, “Hendrix was playing in one room, Crosby, Stills and Nash in another and the Sex Pistols were down the hall.� Hilfiger, who owns a weekend house in Sullivan County, will also be curating a rock ’n’ roll fashion exhibition in the Museum at Bethel Woods, which opens June 11. “There’ll be all these different looks from the 1960s and the 1970s,� he said. “There’ll be lots of vintage stuff: great Mod velvet jackets, American rock ’n’ roll, with denim, leather and lots of red, white and blue, and other vignettes from different periods.�

Personal favorites from his collection? “I treasure animal prints, such as leopard and zebra‌I have a pair of snakeskin shoes from the 1970s and leopard-print jackets made for the Rolling Stones, I think from 1997.â€? His favorite style? Mod, with its velvet jackets and wideswale corduroy pants. “It’s fitted and sophisticated, but also very rock ’n’ roll.â€? The festival theme is obviously related to youth, although Hilfiger says that, at age 53, “Fashion style is ageless. You don’t have to be age 17 and a size 2.â€? He enjoys casting the models, each of whom inspires his or her own look as he sorts through his racks of clothing. â€œI do it by theme, but I’m not sure of the themes until I’m dressing everybody,â€? he said. After Hilfiger gets a look, “I’ll accessorize him or her, with top hat, jewelry, boots, shoes or sunglasses. Whoever wears the leopard jackets has to have spiked hair.â€? Complementing Andy’s collection will be clothing epitomizing the contemporary festival scene, curated by Mary Lee. Lee’s aesthetic is cultivated from years of attending Burning Man, which she describes as “first and foremost about survival. You need to drink and you need to pack out your trash. At night you have to have lights on. There are no rules. It’s a free-for-all, but you have to have safety.â€?

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Romantic on the Rondout Friends of Historic Kingston & Dorsky Museum shine a light on Hudson River School painter Jervis McEntee

(Above) Jervis McEntee’s painting, View from the Studio Window, from the collection of Mr. & Mrs. Herbert L. Shultz, Jr.; (below) Jervis McEntee in 1874, from the Sawyer Family Collection

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pop favorite in his own day, was barely more than a curiosity of the canon for nearly the first two centuries of his postmortem career, until the Romantics and then later the Modernists detected something uncannily relevant in his work. It was the 20th-century orchestral transcriptions of Leopold Stokowski that elevated the reputation of Johann Sebastian Bach to one that seems eternal and monolithic today. Reputations are never entirely secured; nor are they ever entirely lost. In his own time (the late 19th century), Kingston’s Jervis McEntee was a prominent American painter, a wellknown and respected figure in the New York City art and culture world and a prime representative of the Hudson River School, which is widely considered to be the first significant American art movement. Today, the Hudson River School is synonymous with the megareputations of Thomas Cole, Frederic Church and a handful of oft-exhibited others. Church’s student, friend and occasional traveling companion Jervis McEntee (1828-1891) has never received a major museum exhibition. Enter the Friends of Historic Kingston and a variety of local scholars, curators and sponsors with a mind toward restoration. McEntee was not only a distinctive and prolific member of the Hudson River School, but also the closest to home for most of us. He lived his entire life on the

Rondout, spending winters working in the City. His father, James McEntee, was the resident engineer of the Delaware & Hudson Canal, which brought coal t o K i n g s t o n’s Rondout port from the Pennsylvania coalfields. His mother, Sarah Goetschius, was the daughter of the minister of the Dutch Reformed Church in New Paltz. Like so many painters and poets, McEntee was an inveterate walker, traversing the hills and trails of the Kingston and Hudson River area with or without canine companionship, surveying the vistas and grabbing quick sketches as he went that would later form the subjects of large-scale works. (The sketches themselves often proved to be salable as well.) He had studied briefly with Frederic Church, but was otherwise self-taught. He, Church and the other painters of the Hudson River School embraced Romanticism’s reverence for the natural world and abided by “truth to nature,â€? the dictum of the critic John Ruskin, whose theories of the medieval craft guilds would later inspire the Byrdcliffe arts colony in Woodstock as well. As a young man in the 1850s, Jervis McEntee built his studio on the grounds of his parents’ property above the village of Rondout in present-day Kingston. The studio – a large and historically significant building – was designed by McEntee’s lifelong friend and eventual brother-inlaw Calvert Vaux, the Englishman who co-designed Central Park. Vaux was hardly McEntee’s only influential friend. In his years living part-time in artists’ studio/ housing in New York City, McEntee and his wife Gertrude (who died at the age of 44) befriended and played host to many of the age’s great painters and writers. Edwin Booth, widely considered the greatest American actor of the 19th century, was an especially close friend. One account has Booth cooling his heels with the McEntees for a time after his brother assassinated Lincoln. The restoration of McEntee’s stature will begin locally, and in force, this spring. The Friends of Historic Kingston (FHK) will present the exhibition “Jervis McEntee: Kingston’s Artist of the Hudson River Schoolâ€? from May 1 to October 31.

The exhibition at the FHK will be in its gallery at the corner of Wall and Main Streets in Kingston’s Stockade District. The exhibition will be on view Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. A companion exhibition at the Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY-New Paltz will be on view from August 26 to December 13. To g e t h e r , these represent the first museum presentations of the work of this Kingston native and Hudson River School notable. The FHK exhibition will feature never-before-seen works from the McEntee family and local collectors and works from such museums as the Adirondack Museum, the St. Johnsbury Athenaeum in Vermont and the Senate House State Historic Site in Kingston. Accompanying the Kingston exhibit is a substantial and informative catalogue featuring much of McEntee’s work, as well as portraits of the artist and family. Jervis McEntee: Kingston’s Artist of the Hudson River School (Black Dome Press) provides a detailed and brisk biographical essay by Lowell Thing, author of the forthcoming The Street that Built a City: A History of Rondout’s Chestnut Street, also published by Black Dome Press. Thing’s essay is followed by a lucid critical discussion of the architectural significance of McEntee’s Rondout studio and several other notable studios in the region by William B. Rhoads, professor emeritus of art history at SUNY-New Paltz. FHK will also present a special lecture by Dr. Linda S. Ferber, senior art historian and museum director emerita at the NewYork Historical Society, this Sunday, April 26 at 2 p.m. The lecture, entitled “Jervis McEntee: Hudson River School Master of the Melancholy Landscape,� will be held in the Senate Room of Uptown Kingston’s Kirkland Hotel, located at the corner of Clinton Avenue and Main Street. Leafing through the landscape paintings sprinkled generously throughout the pages of Jervis McEntee: Kingston’s Artist of the Hudson River School, this lifelong Hudson Valley resident can’t escape a feeling both of familiarity and of revelation, as the artist teaches us how to see our home anew. In a way, little has changed since McEntee cast his eyes on the river

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Luella Smith of Inglewood, California sent President Roosevelt this handmade silk vest on January 3, 1944. In a letter that accompanied her gift she noted: “I want you to have your picture made in it and a photo sent to me to put on my stand so that I can admire my boy in the White House, I know you are busy but it sure would make me happy.” Smith enclosed several pot holders for Eleanor Roosevelt with the vest.

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and its surrounding environment. The industrial transformation – present here as the occasional ship or tuft of smoke in the distance – was already underway. The colors, contours and moods – indeed, the smells and sounds – of the Hudson River and environs are both unmistakable and transportive in McEntee’s luminous work. For more information, call the FHK at (845) 339-0720 or go to www.fohk.org. – John Burdick “Jervis McEntee: Hudson River School

Master of the Melancholy Landscape,” lecture by Dr. Linda S. Ferber, senior art historian and museum director emerita at the New-York Historical Society, Sunday, April 26, 2 p.m., Kirkland Hotel, corner of Clinton Avenue and Main Street, Kingston, (845) 339-0720;

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Noted authors, scholars and researchers will be presenting at the Spring Meeting of the New England Antiquities Research Association (NEARA), April 24 and 25 at the Quality Inn in Kingston. It’s only the third time in the organization’s 50+-year history that its biennial conference is being held in New York State. Many recent discoveries in the Hudson Valley, Catskill Mountains and other areas throughout the state have led in recent years to an expansion of the NEARA Hudson Valley Chapter into the New York State Chapter, joining the full ranks of the other NEARA chapters representing members from the New England states and Canadian Maritimes. The weekend-long conference includes multimedia presentations, a field trip, exhibits, book sale, a raffle, a members’ banquet and more. Presenters at the event include noted archaeologists Dr. Richard Michael Gramly, president of the American Amateur Archaeology Society (AAAS), and Dr. Laurie Rush, cultural resource

manager for the Army Air National Guard at Fort Drum in the Adirondacks. Gramly will speak of a recent mastodon discovery and excavation in Orange County and Rush on Native American ceremonial stone constructions related to observational astronomy. Also speaking is David Johnson, presenting his breakthrough research correlating surface features with subsurface groundwater locations. Other speakers include Donald Aubrey with “If Only the Stones Could Speak” and David Schewe on investigation sites in the Finger Lakes region. Locally, artist/ author Matt Bua discusses cairns and stone walls in Catskill, researcher Dave Holden discusses “Old Trails and Ancient Roads” and Glenn Kreisberg presents research on the Frost Valley petroglyphs. Many of these local ancient lithic sites and features are quickly vanishing due to the ongoing threat of development, taking their secrets with them forever. Some may be part of a ceremonial landscape left by a now-nearly-vanished native civilization and culture. NEARA, a nonprofit organization, promotes the discovery, research and preservation of lithic sites and artifacts, both historic and prehistoric in nature. In addition to the two yearly conferences, NEARA twice yearly publishes the NEARA Transit newsletter and The NEARA Journal, a scholarly publication chronicling lithic-related research and discoveries. For full conference schedule and details or to register for the event, go to www. neara.org. For further info, contact NEARA vice president Glenn Kreisberg at (845) 417-8384.

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Agrarian griots Behold! New Lebanon nets $100,000 grant for nation’s first living museum of contemporary rural American life

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April 23, 2015 small community-organized gatherings to 20,000-seat venues, at places including the J. Paul Getty Museum and the Greek Theatre. “Stories are a powerful learning tool. I believe we benefit from getting to know each other’s stories more deeply and recognizing the artistry abundant in our surroundings,� said Coad, whose job responsibilities will include documenting the country guides’ stories and skills and other aspects of small-town living through audio interviews and photography. “Folklorists see art in the creativity of everyday life, so when you strive for quality in the land you farm, the food you cook or the way you dress, that’s art. It’s my goal as a folklorist to document these skills and this traditional knowledge that largely go unrecorded, but are so essential to our identity and understanding of each other.� The next steps will be to share the lore that Coad collects on Behold! New Lebanon’s website (www.beholdnewlebanon.com) and as components of future museum programs. “I hope the resulting collection will inspire a greater appreciation of the value of people’s work in New Lebanon and other small rural communities and spark an interest in continuing to document, value and celebrate this work, by visitors and community members alike,� she said. We may not be able to persuade the US government to designate individual keepers of our vanishing rural heritage as National Treasures, but perhaps Town or County Treasures would be a good enough place to start. To find out more about the participating country guides and how to sign up for a tour this summer, visit www.beholdnewlebanon.

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Esopus Meadows Lighthouse Volunteers to be honored

The Klyne Esopus Historical Society Museum will hold its annual recognition dinner and silent auction at the Stonehedge Restaurant in West Park on Thursday, May 7. This year the Museum will honor the Esopus Meadows Lighthouse Volunteers, as its partners in preserving and showcasing the history of the Town of Esopus. The 2015 honorees are: Barbara Ralston, Pat Ralston, John Ralston, Edward V. Weber, Barbara Lewis, Betty Tabor and Alex Zabik. The current Esopus Meadows Lighthouse (above in photo by Will Dendis) was built in 1871 to warn mariners of the mud flats, known as the Esopus Meadows, on the west side of the Hudson River. When the Coast Guard replaced resident lighthouse keepers with automated lights, the lighthouse fell into a state of disrepair

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Edith Wharton book discussion at library in Rhinecliff The Morton Memorial Library will host a discussion of Hudson River Bracketed by Edith Wharton on Tuesday, April 28 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Copies are available at the Morton and Esopus libraries. The library is located at 82 Kelly Street in Rhinecliff. Register by calling (845) 876-2903.

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Draft Horse Spring Plow at Saunderskill Farm in Accord Whether you live here or are just visiting, the Hudson Valley Draft Horse Spring Plow is a terrific example of the unique historic charm of our area. On Saturday, from April 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saunderskill Farm is where you can see horse demonstrations, hear live music, participate in kids’ activities and more. Saunderskill Farm is located at 5100 Route 209 in Accord. For more information, call (845) 626-2676 or visit http://saunderskill. com.

Spring Trail Cleanup at Burroughs Nature Sanctuary in West Park Local naturalist John Burroughs wrote, “What is the best thing for a stream? It is to keep moving. If it stops, it stagnates. So the best thing

for a man is that which keeps the currents going: the physical, the moral and the intellectual currents. Hence the secret of happiness is – something to do; some congenial work.� Inspired? Be a part of the Spring Trail Cleanup event at the John Burroughs Nature Sanctuary. On Saturday, April 25 at 9 a.m., meet at the Slabsides gateway with water and work gloves, a lunch if you plan to work into the afternoon, as well as clippers and a metal rake if you have them. Early birds can attend an 8 a.m. nature walk at the Nature Sanctuary before the work begins; just let the guide know that you’re coming by e-mailing mattcorsaro@yahoo.com. Slabsides is located at 261 Floyd Ackert Road in West Park. For more information, visit www. johnburroughsassociation.org.

Fossil, the Dinosaur Detective puppet show at SUNY-Dutchess When you see a puppet show about dinosaurs while classical music plays, you know that Fossil, the Dinosaur Detective is involved! On Saturday, April 25 at 11 a.m. at SUNY-Dutchess, families with children ages 4 to 12 will enjoy Jim West’s Dinosaurs production as he constructs dinosaur puppets, shares facts about dinosaurs and tells stories, all while classical music plays in the background. This show is

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Animal Experiences Wildlife Show at Unison in New Paltz One hour. Eight animals. Critters that your family can get close to, some of which they can even pet! In? Order your tickets now for the Animal Experiences Wildlife Show at the Unison Arts & Learning Center, taking place this Saturday, April 25 at 2 p.m. Tickets at the door cost $14 for adults, $7 for children 12 and under, and are cheaper by $2 if you order them in advance. Unison is located at 68 Mountain Rest Road in New Paltz. For tickets or more information, call (845) 255-1559 or visit http://unisonarts.org. To learn more about the animals, visit www. happytalesanimalsanctuary.org.

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eat them! This Saturday, June 25 at 10:30 a.m., come to the Trailside Museums & Zoo to make goodies for the bears and other Earth Day activities, enjoy nature-related displays and take home a native tree seedling! The Trailside Museums & Zoo are located at Bear Mountain State Park. Parking costs $8, and admission to the zoo carries a suggested donation of $1. Bear Mountain State Park is located at 55 Hessian Drive in Highland Falls. For more information, call (845) 786-2701, extension 293, or visit www.trailsidezoo. org.

Spanish spelling bee at Vassar A Spanish spelling bee? ÂżPorquĂŠ no? (Why not?) If you’re a student between fourth and eighth grades and a resident of Dutchess, Columbia, Orange or Ulster County, you can be a part of it. This Saturday, April 25 at 10 a.m., Vassar College hosts its second annual Spanish Spelling Bee in the Aula Auditorium. Vassar College is located at 124 Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie. For more information, call (845) 437-7000 or visit www.vassar.edu.     Â

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STORYTELLER/MUSICIAN A. C. NEWMAN IN WOODSTOCK I know that many of you are loving this Woodstock Day School Storyteller series, and here’s one more: A.C. Newman. On Thursday, April 30, come hear the storyteller/musician Newman (the New Pornographers, Superconductor, Zumpano) at the Woodstock Day School. The doors open at 6 p.m., and the WDS Advanced Ensemble opens the show. Tickets cost $10 for adults; kids get in free. The Woodstock Day School is located at 1430 Glasco Turnpike. For more information, call (845) 246-3744 or visit www.facebook.com/wdsstorytellers. –Erica Chase-Salerno

Danny Shanahan is a talented cartoonist for The New Yorker, and on Wednesday, April 29 at 7 p.m., you can meet him during his presentation at the Rosendale Library. The Rosendale Library is located at 264 Main Street in New Paltz. For more information, call (845) 658-9013 or visit http://rosendalelibrary.org. Be sure to visit his website if you want to submit a caption for the cartoon that he displayed: http://dannyshanahan.com, –Erica Chase-Salerno

Walk takes place on Sunday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Dutchess Revolutionary War Day at the New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site. This Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., see the different groups of soldiers in their green, blue or red coats identifying their loyalties, demonstrations about 18th-century life and more, including a weapons-firing at 2 p.m. Revolutionary War Day is free and open to the public. The New Windsor Cantonment is located at 374 Temple Hill Road in New Windsor. For more information, call (845) 561-1765 or visit www.nysparks.com.

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DEC fishing lesson for kids in Hyde Park Been wanting to help teach your kids to fish? How about this weekend? On Saturday, April 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., bring your crew to a session of “Introduction to Fishing” at Greenfields Pond at Cream Street and Windmill Lane in Hyde Park. The Department of Environmental Conservation supplies poles, bait and instruction, and admission to the event is free! For more information, call (845) 229-8086 or visit www.hydeparkny. us/recreation/brochure.pdf. SUNDAY, APRIL 26

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Healthy Kids’ Day at Frost Valley in Claryville If you haven’t made it to Frost Valley before, this weekend is a terrific time to check it out. On Sunday, April 26 from 1 to 4 p.m., Healthy Kids’ Day is a day filled with free activities for families to choose from. Frost Valley is located at 2000 Frost Valley Road in Claryville. For more information, call (845) 985-2291 or visit http://frostvalley.org.

BSP in Kingston hosts family square dance In the mood for a family square dance? Then you will love this! On Sunday, April 26 from 1 to 4 p.m., you can do-si-do your partner at BSP to the tunes played by Mike + Ruthy and friends. The event includes simple instructions before each dance, and a pie-and-cakewalk. Tickets cost $8 per person, $15 per family. BSP is located at 323 Wall Street in Kingston. For tickets or more information, call (845) 679-1002 or visit http:// sudburyschool.com. MONDAY, APRIL 27

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FORSYTH NATURE CENTER IN KINGSTON PRESENTS GREEN FRIDAY This week, you can say TGIGreen-Friday by wrapping up your week at Green Friday at the Forsyth Nature Center. On Friday, April 24 from 4 to 7 p.m., displays and demonstrations include electric and hybrid cars, composting, rain harvesting, solar energy and children’s activities. This event is free and open to the public. The Forsyth Nature Center is located at 157 Lucas Avenue in Kingston. For more information, call (845) 4817339 or visit www.facebook.com/ forsythnaturecenter. –Erica Chase-Salerno

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ext time you’re strolling down Main Street in New Paltz, climb the pink stairway to the little shop at number 56 called the Sweet Bunny for something… well, sweet. Choose a cupcake labeled “coconut haystack truffle” or another one promising “sea salt caramel mocha,” all piled up in variegated layers. A freezer case holds a dozen flavors of gelato, and candy lines the shelved walls. The proprietress, Mia Hindrell, moved her candy and ice cream shop to this location from North Front Street and altered her offerings to better to meet the needs of the community. She switched from serving ice cream to locally sourced

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Sweet Bunny on Main Street in New Paltz serves gluten-free baked goods and crêpes.

disclosing contents as much as possible. At the very least, everything is guaranteed to be fresh, delicious and gluten-free. Hindrell says, “We tried a lot of different flour mixes. We now use Pamela’s ready-made flour mix. Nina and Juliet do all the baking. I have to say that they don’t let me touch anything,” she laughs at herself. “They have made our baked goods taste so good. If I buy glutenfree stuff in the City, it’s always got this weird aftertaste. Ours actually taste like real cupcakes.” A new hire, Nelson, is being trained to make crêpes. “I played with the recipe for three years,” Hindrell says. “They’re super-easy to make at home, but on this commercial griddle, the temperature has to be just right. And then whoever is making the crêpes has to stay on the

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t seems like everybody’s a gardener, or is becoming one, this time of year. And a lot of people have been asking me questions. Like my niece Lana, for instance, who moved along with her husband, a baby and a toddler to a new house last fall and is ready to dig into a garden this spring – but, as Lana said, a garden “that will be easily manageable for her and interesting to her three-year-old.” (The one-year-old is still enthralled with her thumb and other such things.) So, for Lana and other beginning or nongardeners, here is a simple plan for a small garden that requires almost “no time.” The most stringent requirement for this garden is sun: the more the better. And the closer the garden is to the back door, the more you will be drawn to it, whether to dash out to pick a few leaves of lettuce or to pull a wayward weed. This garden can be – probably should be – small. Let’s assume that it is ten feet by ten feet. The second requirement is soil that does not stay sodden for hours after a heavy rain. Push a can with both ends open into a hole in the soil and add water; it should drain faster than an inch an hour. If not, choose a new location or make raised beds. With sun and water taken care of, soil preparation begins – and ends a few minutes later! Blanket this area with a four-sheet thickness of newspaper (do not use colored pages), overlapped and wetted. Done, almost. The newspaper will smother existing vegetation and keep out weeds during the growing season. And as the paper rots away, it will enrich the soil. The planting plan is simple: Divide the garden into four beds, delineated by two 18-to-24-inch-wide paths going up the center of each side and crossing each other in the center of the garden. Cover the newspaper in the paths with wood chips, wood shavings, sawdust or pine needles. In the beds, purchase some weed-free compost – enough to lay at least a one-inch depth over the newspaper. Sow seed right into the compost layer. Peas and lettuce need to be planted early (as in now), because they both enjoy cool weather, in rows about a foot apart. Make each pea row four inches wide, then scatter the seeds so they are about an inch apart down and across the row. The next wave of planting takes place after warm weather has settled, in late May. Buy tomato transplants and set them in one of the northern quadrants. If needed, make a hole through the newspaper into the soil below to accommodate the full

depth of the transplant. Grow a variety for flavor, like Brandywine, Sungold or Amish Paste. Each plant should be two or three feet from its neighbor, depending on whether you are going to stake your tomatoes or allow them to sprawl. Eventually you will have a jungle of vines in danger of overtaking or enlarging your garden, so take a few minutes occasionally during the summer to prune wayward stems from the tomato plants. P l a n t sweet corn and cucumber seeds at the same time as tomato transplants. Since corn is a tall grower, it gets the other northern quadrant. Plant three seeds together in “hills,” which are groups of seeds, not mounds of dirt, spaced two feet apart each way. Cucumbers get the final, southern quadrant. Sow six seeds per hill, with hills three feet apart. Grow a bush-type cucumber, like Salad Bush or Bush Pickle. Once the corn and cucumber seeds are up and growing vigorously, ruthlessly thin the plants so each corn hill has only one plant and each cucumber hill has three plants. This garden gets one final planting in early July. But where, since all four quadrants are used up? Pull out the peas and lettuce, which flag anyway during hot weather, and plant in their place bush beans. Bush Blue Lake and Bush Romano are good choices. This garden will produce a limited amount of vegetables with a minimum amount of work. Success may tempt you to enlarge your garden and grow a greater variety of plants next year.

Blanket this area with a four-sheet thickness of newspaper, overlapped and wetted. Done, almost.

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Lee’s simple plan for a small garden requires full sun and almost “no time.”

that one-inch depth needs replenishment annually. Less compost could be used if the deficit is made up by fertilizer. But compost is the Cadillac of plant foods, while a l s o o ff e r i n g protection against pests, improved aeration and water retention in the soil, protection against erosion and other known and unknown benefits. Back to the amount needed: one-third of a cubic yard (300 to 500 pounds, depending on moisture) will cover 100 square feet one inch deep. That’s a lot of compost, which beginning gardeners will likely be buying. If you’re buying compost in bulk, which is the least expensive way to purchase it, make sure that it’s good stuff by asking some questions, such as what went into the compost. Avoid using compost that contains industrial wastes – especially in the vegetable garden – because of possible toxins like excessive quantities of heavy metals that could

A gardening friend called to ask how much compost is needed to cover his garden.

A gardening friend called to ask how much compost is needed to cover his garden. It turns out that a oneinch depth of compost will supply all the nutrition, plus a lot of other goodies, that a vegetable garden needs to nourish the plants for one year. So

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contaminate your food. Also ask how the compost has been prepared and stored. The ideal would be to make enough of your own compost. Next year, perhaps. Upcoming workshop on April 25 at Lee’s farmden in New Paltz: “Grow Great Transplants, Organically.” See www.leereich.com/workshops for more information and registration. – Lee Reich Any gardening questions? E-mail them to me at garden@leereich.com, and I’ll try answering them directly or in this column. Come visit my garden at www. leereich.com/blog.

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8AM-9PM Kingston Kinderland II Build. (4/224/26) There will be three shifts a day except for Sunday when there will only be two shifts. Serving lunch & dinner everyday and providing child care service. Volunteers needed. Info: 845-481-3534. 8:30AM-9:30AM Free Daily Silent Sitting Meditation. On-going every Morning, seven days a week, 8:30-9:30am in the Amitabha Shrine Room. For info contact Jan Tarlin, 845-679-5906, 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. 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 AM -5 PM Creation of a Chenrezig Sand Mandala(4/21-4/26). Featuring Tibetan Buddhist lamas of the Drikung lineage. Closed from 12pm to 1pm. Info: 845- 437-5632 or www.fllac.vassar. edu. Vassar College, Main Building, Villard Room, Poughkeepsie. 10AM-2PM Annual Human Services Expo: Let’s Get Connected. Over 50 local service providers committed to serving the people of Ulster County. There will be free giveaways, table raffles, and information handouts. Info: 845- 334-5581 or kcok@ co.ulster.ny.us. NYSUT 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. 11:45AM-1PM Poetry Forum with Tina Chang, Brooklyn Poet Laureate. Info: 845-687-5283 or trottl@sunyulster.edu. SUNY Ulster, College Lounge, Stone Ridge. 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. 12:15PM-12:45PM Uptown Fine Arts Music Series: A Farewell Concert - Rev. Ken Walsh & Friends. A mid-day break of musical performances featuring area artists in a variety of musical programs. Info: www.olddutchchurch.org or 845-338-6759. Old Dutch Church, Main St, Kingston, 12:30 PM-6:30 PM Tarot and Crystal Energy Sessions with Mary. Every Thursday. Walk-ins welcome or call for appointment. Info: 845-6792100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $40 /45minutes, $30 /25 minutes. 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. 4PM-5PM Meditation Group Practice at Mirabai. Every Thursday. 30 minutes seated meditation followed by 15 minutes walking meditation and short discussion afterwards. Info: 845-679-2100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $5 /donation. 4PM Exhibition Preview for Press of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum’s “The Spirit of the Gift: Gifts of State and Affection.” Info: 845-486-7745 or clifford.laube@nara. gov. Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum, 4079 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park. 4PM-8PM “The Future of The Wallkill River.” Center for Research, Regional Education and Outreach (CRREO) is hosting an exciting event to bring attention to the Wallkill River, one of the Hudson River’s largest tributaries. The event is designed to build public support for restoration efforts on the Wallkill River. Info: www.surveymonkey.com/s/8VRH9R7. SUNY New Paltz, Student Union Building, MPR, New Paltz, $10. 5PM-6:30PM Exhibition Opening Symposium and Reception. Symposium: “Many Faces, Many Names: The Bodhisattva of Compassion.” Info: 845437-5632 or www.fllac.vassar.edu. Vassar College, Taylor Hall, Room 203, Poughkeepsie. 5 PM-9 PM GCC Day 2: Sourdough Rye Bread Making, Brick oven baking and Honey Bee Table” . Info: cbcofrosendale@gmail.com, 845-527-5672. Creative Co-op, 402 Main St, Rosendale. 5PM-7:30PM Rummage Sale Fair Street Reformed Church, corner of Fair and Pearl St, Kingston. 5PM-6:30PM Exhibition Opening Symposium and Reception: “Many Faces, Many Names: The Bodhisattva of Compassion.” Info: 845- 437-5632 or www.fllac.vassar.edu. Vassar College, Taylor Hall, Room 203, Poughkeepsie. 5:30PM-6:30PM Real Estate Career Seminar (4/23). Learn what you need to become a successful Real Estate Salesperson and how the business works. No Real Estate license or experience necessary. Info: 845-594-7792 or www.villagegreenrealty. com/seminars.php. Coldwell BankerVillage Green Realty, 157 Main St, New Paltz. 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-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. 6:30PM-8:30PM Spring Rummage and Bake Sake. Info: 845-331-7099. Handicapped Accessible. United Reformed Church, Bloomington. 6:30PM Presentation led by Attorney Kathleen Dittus. National Healthcare Decision Day is a volunteer, public-service project. Info: 845-3315300 845-331-530or corinne@lgbtqcenter.org. Apuzzo Hall at the Center, LGBTQ, 300 Wall St, Kingston. 7PM-9PM Small-Business Breakthrough Evening. Author, workshop leader and book coach, Dara Lurie, will lead the workshop. Hands-0n workshop for business owners who want to create origi-

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nal content & effective marketing copy. Reg reqr’d. Info: www.redhookchamber.org. Enchanted Café, 7484 S. Broadway, Red Hook, free. 7PM Design, Build, Own, Live: A Green Building Case Study. Architect Rick Alfandre will speak about designing and implementing energy-efficient, site and climate responsive buildings. Info: 845-3414891. Architects and engineers receive 1 PDH/CEU for attendance. SUNYOrange, Rowley Center, Sandra and Alan Gerry Forum, Middletown, free. 7PM-9PM Japanese Movie Night: “Crows Zero” A transfer student attempts to take over the most violent high school in the country, whose students form factions and battle each other for power. Directed by Rakashi Miike, story by Hiroshi Takahashi. Info:www.GKnoodles.com or 845-255-8811. Gomen-Kudasai Noodle Shop, Rite Aid Plaza, 232 Main St, New Paltz, free. 7PM Trivia Night with Paul Tully and Eric Stamberg. Info: 845-687-2699 or e-mail highfallscafe@ earthlink.net. High Falls Café, 12 Stone Dock Rd, High Falls. 7PM Live @ The Falcon. Taylor Eigsti. Info: 845-236-7970 or www.liveatthefalcon.com. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro. 7PM Hurley Heritage Society Lecture. Lecture topic: The Economic History of Farming in the Hudson Valley by Liz Higgins. Refreshments served. Info: 845-331-4852. Hurley Reformed Church, 11 Main St, Hurley. 7:30PM-9:30PM Life Drawing sessions. Tuesday and Thursdays, on going. No registration required. Info: www.unisonarts.org or 845-255-1559. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $15. 8PM Lobby Hero. Play by Kenneth Lonergan. Presented by Tangent Theatre Company. Info: www. tangent-arts.org. The Carpenter Shop Theater, 60 Broadway, Tivoli, $25. 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. 9PM Richard Thompson Info: info@helsinkihudson.com. Helsinki Hudson, 405 Columbia St, Hudson.

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Women Helping Women Dance. An Evening of Music, Dancing and Laughter, For Women Only. Info: 845-255-9675or 845-332-0734. Music by The Mustangs. Bring a finger food or dessert to share, A-M appetizer & N-Z dessertSponsored by the Gardiner Day Committee. Cash Bar & Door PrizesDonation $20 (tax deductible) all proceeds go to the Battered Women’s Shelter. VFW Hall, Rt. 208, New Paltz. 8AM-9PM Kingston Kinderland II Build. (4/224/26) There will be three shifts a day except for Sunday when there will only be two shifts. Serving lunch & dinner everyday and providing child care service. Volunteers needed. Info: 845-481-3534. 8:15AM-6PM Woodstock Land Conservancy/ Catskill Center. Free BioBlitz: Join biologists and naturalists at the Thorn Preserve 55 John Joy Rd to discover and document plants, animals, mushrooms. See schedule at BioBlitz2015.com845-679-9629. Woodstock. 9AM-3PM Huge Yard Sale. Lots of new items. Katsbaan Reformed Church, 1800 Old Kings Highway, Saugerties. 9AM-12PM Rummage Sale. Fair Street Reformed Church, corner of Fair and Pearl St, Kingston. 9:45AM-10:45AM Senior Chi Kung with Corinne Mol. Meditative, healing exercise consisting of 13 movements. Open to Woodstock residents 55 and

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older for a $1 donation. Town Hall, Main Room, Woodstock. 10AM-3PM Spring Rummage and Bake Sake. Info: 845-331-7099. Handicapped Accessible. United Reformed Church, Bloomington. 10AM-5PM Creation of a Chenrezig Sand Mandala (4/21-4/26) . Featuring Tibetan Buddhist lamas of the Drikung lineage. Closed from 12pm to 1pm. Info: 845- 437-5632 or www.fllac.vassar.edu. Vassar College, Main Building, Villard Room, Poughkeepsie. 10AM Friends of the Poughkeepsie Public Library District’s upcoming Giant Book Sale (4/24-4/28). former Stop & Shop, 5 St. Andrews Rd, Hyde Park. 11AM-4PM Kingston Transition’s Repair Café. Bring your broken appliances, electrical, mechanical, electronic, wooden items. Bring toys, dolls, books, jewelry, china, clothes, anything that needs fixing. Info: 914-263-7368. Clinton Avenue United Methodist Church, Kingston. 12PM-5PM GCC Day 3: “Garden Everywhere” Planting all over town throughout Rosendale. Info: cbcofrosendale@gmail.com, 845-527-5672. Creative Co-op, 402 Main St, Rosendale. 12PM-2:30PM Tasting at Peters Market! Taste Fresh and Zippy Flavors for free at a *Tasting* of Kale Salad & Mixed Green Salad. Sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County. Info: 845-340-3990 ext. 387 or email mcd242@ cornell.edu. Peters Market, Rt 209, Napanoch. 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. 1:30PM-5PM Tarot Readings and Spirit Guidance every Friday with psychic medium and channel Maureen Brennan-Mercier. Walk-ins welcome or call for appointment.845- 679-2100. $30 for 25 minute reading; $40 for 45 minute reading. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. 2PM-5PM A Wise Woman’s Weed Walk with Susun Weed. An afternoon walk and talk with herbalist & green, Susun Weed designed to address women’s health. If Mother Earth chooses to rain, you’ll still have a blast with trance journey to the realms of the fairies anddevas. Info: 845-679-2100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $30. 3PM-5PM Lighthouse of The Hudson. Celebrating 35 Years -Rondout Lighthouse - 1915 to 2015. Sponsored solely by Rondout Savings Bank.50 Rondout Landing. Museum opens for the season on Saturday, May 2nd at 11 am. Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout Dr, Kingston. 4PM Knitting Club “Knit Wits.” Saugerties Public library, Washington Avenue, Saugerties, 246-4317, x 3. 4:30 PM -6:30 PM Gardiner Summer Recreation Registration 6-week summer camp open to Gardiner residents and non-residents as well. For more information, go to townofgardiner.org. Gardiner. 5 PM -10 PM Rosendale Fourth Friday Night Market. Shops all over town will be open late, offering special deals. Live music, performances, and a special event at Rosendale Theatre. Info: freatlast@ mac.com, 845-527-5672. Creative Co-op, 402 Main St, Rosendale. 5PM-8PM Healthy Happy Hour. Meet local health and wellness practitioners. Massage, readings, kale smoothies, seedlings, tinctures, local products, and flowers for sale. Info: cbcofrosendale@gmail.com, 845-527-5672. Creative Co-op, 402 Main St, Rosendale. 5PM Art About Water. Join a panel of speakers who will discuss the importance of water and its impact and value on art and culture. Short performances will be presented between speakers. Info: 845-3414891. SUNY Orange, Kaplan Hall, Sandra and Alan Gerry Forum, Newburgh. 6PM-8PM Spring Lecture Series at Boscobel. The Art of Building. Lecture by John Paul Huguley, Principal of Building Art, LLC and a founder of the American College of the Building Arts. Info: www. Boscobel.org or 845-265-3638. Boscobel, Route 9D, Garrison, $20. 6PM UFO Abduction Lecture. Local UFO Researcher Richard Wander, tackles one of the Hudson Valleys most mysterious and complicated topics: UFO Abduction. Info: 845-835-8345. The Enchanted Café, 7484 S Broadway, Red Hook, $80. 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.

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6:30PM-8:30PM Beauty & Baby Open House All natural beauty products for the whole family handmade by Mavis Harris. Clothing for infants & toddlers. Fine art for the nursery. Unique one of a kind gifts. Info: 845-594-4428. Cornell St Studio, Kingston.

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7PM-9PM Women’s Group OUT & About. Look for Vickie wearing the red baseball cap or just ask for the women’s group. Eat and play billiards or ping-pong after. Please RSVP in advance to Vickie by emailing 4womensgroup@gmail.com. Bacchus Restaurant, Kingston.

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7PM “The Spirit of the Gift: Gifts of State and Affection, “ Reception, followed by an exhibit preview in the William J. vanden Heuvel Gallery in the Library and Museum. Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum, Henry A. Wallace Center, Hyde Park, free. 7PM Northeast Antiquities Research Association biannual conference. (4/24-4/26). Speaker presentations, field trips, exhibits, book sales, banquet. Info: www.neara.org. Kingston Quality Inn & Suites, 114 Route 28, Kingston. 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.

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7PM Ned Ames Honorary Lecture: Feeding The World. Rosamond Naylor, Stanford University professor and director of the Center on Food Security and the Environment, will explore the connections among food production, health, environmental resources, and security. Info:www.caryinstitute.org. Cary Institute, 2801 Sharon Tpk, Millbrook, free. 7PM-11PM Local Talent Night. Every Friday. Seeking bands and performers. Primo’s, 1554 Rt 44/55, Clintondale, 883-6112. 7PM Live @ The Falcon. Jim Campilongo Trio Opener: Seth Adam. Info: 845-236-7970 or www. liveatthefalcon.com. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro. 7PM Kingston’s 4th Saturday Spoken Word. Feature readers: Poets Mark Wunderlich and Ron (R. Dionysius) Whiteurs. 3 minute open mic. Host Annie LaBarge. Info: 845 331-2884, 845-514-2007. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Catskills, 320 Sawkill Rd, Kingston, $5 7:30PM The Gemini Series. “Legally Blonde.� Info: 518-828-4181. SUNY Columbia-Greene, Arts Center Theater, Hudson, $12, $8 /student/senior. 7:30PM-9:30PM Dick Bowden’s Flying Circus. Traditional bluegrass of the old school, with a cheeky and “completely different� presentation. Info: www. hvbluegrass.org. Christ Episcopal Church, 20 Carroll St, Poughkeepsie, $15, $5 /student. 8PM Glass Hammer. With special guest Circuline. Info: 845-679-4406. Bearsville Theater, 291 Tinker St, Woodstock, $27. 8PM The Fantasticks. Half Moon Theatre Puts Its Unique Spin on the Longest Running Musical Hit. Culinary Institute of America is offering a $39 pre-theatre three-course menu. Info: CIA- 845-9054533 or Half Moon Theatre- 845-702-5379. Culinary Institute of America, Marriott Pavilion, 1946 Campus Dr, Hyde Park, $40, $35 /senior, $25 / under 18. 8PM-8:30PM Swing Dance to Sammy Miller Band, 8:30-11:30pm. 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 St, Poughkeepsie.

8PM Lobby Hero. Play by Kenneth Lonergan. Presented by Tangent Theatre Company. Info: www. tangent-arts.org. The Carpenter Shop Theater, 60 Broadway, Tivoli, $25. 8PM The Music and Dance of Bali. Featuring Hudson Valley Gamelans Giri Mekar and Chandra Kanchana. eaturing Balinese guest artists and scholars, Dr. I Made Bandem and Dr. Suasti Widjaja Bandem. Led by Artistic Director Prof. I Nyoman Suadin. Info: 845-679-8624;billylitalo@gmail. com. Bard College, Bertelsmann Campus Center, Multi-purpose Room, Annandale-on-Hudson, $10 /suggested donation, free /staff/student, free /under 16.

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Mid Hudson ADK Hike: Catskills Backpack. (4/254/26) 14.5 miles, Moderate Pace. Leader: Russ Faller 845-297-5126 (before 9PM) or russoutdoors@yahoo. com. Contact leader to register. This is a good beginners’ backpack, although experienced backpackers will also enjoy it.Info: www.MidHudsonADK.org. The Saugerties United Methodist Church’s Roast Beef Dinner. The servings are at 5 p.m. & 6:30 p.m, with take out dinners available. Res reqr’d.

8PM Kinloch Nelson and Billy Rogan. Fingerstyle Guitarists. Table reservations: 845-679-8639. The Historic Colony CafĂŠ, 22 Rock City Rd, Woodstock, $12.

Info: 845-246-7802. Saugerties United Methodist Church, Saugerties, $12, $6 /12 and under, free / under 5. The HealthAlliance Foundation Tulip Ball. Annual fundraising gala. Info: 845-334-2760 or visiting www.FoundationUpdate.org. Lazy Swan Golf and Country Club Village, Saugerties, $210. 8AM Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation 5K Run/Walk and 1 mile kids run. Race day registra-

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8PM-11:30PM Dance Workshops with professional teachers. Beginner’s lesson 8-8:30pm; Dance 8:30-11:30pm. 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

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Nestled in the heart of Ulster County’s Historic home town of Saugerties New York. Ivy Lodge is a unique residence that offers support for gracious living. Private apartments, and handicapped accessibility throughout. Our Nurses, and 24hour certified staffrespectfullyencourage residents to age in a place they’ll enjoy calling home. Traditional, Memory Support and Enhanced programs available. For more information, or to schedule a tour please call 845-246-4646 or E-mail Communityliaisonnurse@Ivylodgeassisitedliving.com

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premier listings Contact Donna at calendar@ulsterpublishing.com to be included The Hurley Reformed Church Youth Group is sponsoring a Penny Social 4/25, at the Hurley Reformed Church, 11 Main Street, Hurley. Doors open at 11am, Calling at 12:30 pm Refreshments available. Also accepting donations. For more information, please contact Shannon at 845-399-2002. Gardiner Summer Recreation Registration (4/23, 4:30-6:30pm & 4/25, 10am-12pm). 6-week summer camp open to Gardiner residents and non-residents as well. For more information, go to townofgardiner.org. Gardiner. Open Call! Shadowland will hold local auditions... (4/26, 9:30am 5:30pm). No appointments; just come by. Click here for character breakdowns and more information. Info: www. shadowlandtheatre.org/. Shadowland, 157 Canal St, Ellenville.

beginning Thursday, April 23. Info: www.mohonkpreserve.org or 845-2550919. Mohonk Preserve, Visitors Center, New Paltz. Sculptors Call: 3rd Annual Sculpture Expo 2015. Dutchess County seeks outdoor, large-scale sculpture. Find information and entry forms online at www.rhcan.com or contact sculptureexpos@gmail.com or call 845-704-2557. Submission deadline is May 1. Red Hook Community Arts Network, Red Hook. 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, x340.

Audition Notice: Agatha Christie’s “The Hollow.” On May 4, 5, & 6 from 7 - 9 pm Six men and six women of various ages are needed for the roles. Info: www.coachhouseplayers.org. Coach House Players, 2 Augusta St, Kingston.

Kinderland II Build (4/22-4/26) .Sign up to help replace Kinderland Park at Forsythe Park. Online sign-up sheet with a variety of shift choices. Please sign up and share the link! www.signupgenius.com/ go/10c0549a5aa2fa0f94-kinderland. Info: project@juniorleaguekingston. org.

Mohonk Preserve hosts Healthy Ulster Spring. Mohonk Preserve is inviting neighbors to visit the Preserve and receive a free one-month pass during Healthy Ulster Spring Week

Audition Notice: Singin’ In The Rain. Auditions held on April 25th at 1PM and Sunday, April 26th at 8PM. Needed: Adult actors, singers and dancers. Prepare: 16 bars of a Broad-

way-style song. Info: www.centerforperormingarts.org. The Center for Performing Art, Rte. 308, Rhinebeck. Healthy Parenting Workshop (4/26, 1-3pm). Given by Diana Wenutu, Healthy Parenting Facilitator and Holistic Healer. Given by Diana Wenutu, Healthy Parenting Facilitator and Holistic Healer. Info: 845- 663-8033 or email uncndtnllove@gmail.com. Living Seed Yoga and Holistic Health Center, New Paltz. Register Now! Summer Theatre Institute. The Institute is for students interested in learning more about theatre performance and production. Info: 845-339-2025 or www.sunyulster.edu/SI. SUNY Ulster, Stone Ridge, $450. The Music and Dance of Bali. Featuring Hudson Valley Gamelans Giri Mekar and Chandra Kanchana. Featuring Balinese guest artists and scholars, Dr. I Made Bandem and Dr. Suasti Widjaja Bandem. Led by Artistic Director Prof. I Nyoman Suadin. Info: 845-679-8624; billylitalo@gmail.com. Bard College, Bertelsmann Campus Center, Multi-purpose Room, Annandale-on-Hudson, $10 /suggested donation, free /staff/student, free /under 16. Submit Now! For Fall for Art Juried Art Show, sale and cocktail party. Dealine 4/30. Applications available

tion begins at 8am and closes AT 9:30am and 10am 1 mile run for kids (4-12 years old). 10:30am 5K start (all ages). Info: 845-452-2049 or www.milesofhope. org/funrun. Tymor Park, 249 Duncan Rd, La Grangeville, $35 /5k, $10 /1 mile kids’ race.

reading comprehension and common vocabulary. Participants should bring a brown bag lunch and snack. Graphing calculators are recommended. Info: 845-339-2025 or www.sunyulster.edu/ce. Business Resource Center, Kingston, $79.

8AM-5PM Woodstock Land Conservancy/Catskill Center. Free BioBlitz: Join biologists and naturalists at the Thorn Preserve 55 John Joy Rd to discover and document plants, animals, mushrooms. See schedule at BioBlitz2015.com845-679-9629. Woodstock.

9AM-12PM Spring Rummage and Bake Sake. Bag Sale. Info: 845-331-7099. Handicapped Accessible. United Reformed Church, Bloomington.

8AM John Burroughs Natural History Society Field Trip: Inspiration from Nature at Burroughs’ Sanctuary. Bring along your journals, cameras, easel boxes, or maybe a copy of your favorite JB passage. Trip leader: Mira Bowin (mira.bowin@gmail. com). Info: www.jbnhs.org.Burroughs’ Sanctuary, Burroughs Dr, Roxbury. 8AM-9PM Kingston Kinderland II Build. (4/224/26) There will be three shifts a day except for Sunday when there will only be two shifts. Serving lunch & dinner everyday and providing child care service. Volunteers needed. Info: 845-481-3534. 8AM 12th Annual Miles of Hope Family Fun 5K Run/Walk. Race-Day Registration Time: 8 - 9:30 am. Survivors Group Photo and Special Raffle: 9:30am. Kids (ages 4-12) Race Time: 10am. 5K (all ages) Race Time: 10:30am. Face painting, music, raffles, and Miles of Hopemerchandise. Info: www. milesofhope.org Tymor Park, Duncan Rd, Union Vale. 9AM-11:30AM Clean Sweep Wallkill! Volunteers are needed to help clean up roads and the Wallkill river in the Town of Shawangunk. Meet at Wallkill Library, Rt. 208 in Wallkill. Refreshments provided. Boaters please call 845-256-0446. Raindate 4/26, Cleansweepwallkill.weebly.com. 9AM-3PM Volunteer Weekend Workday & Park Patrol Training. Strenuous 8-mile hike isn’t for the faint of heart. Volunteers need to prep for a full day on the trails with occasional stops to address maintenance issues. Contact Anthony Coneski, 845-473-4440 Ext. 273, www.scenichudson.org. Fishkill Ridge, Fishkill. 9AM-3:30PM SAT Preparation Bootcamp. The class will focus on strategies for sentence completion,

9AM-12PM Rummage Sale. Bag sale. Fair Street Reformed Church, corner of Fair and Pearl St, Kingston. 9AM Saugerties’ Christian Meditation. Meets every Saturday, 9-10:30am. All welcome. No charge. 246-3285. Trinity Episcopal Church, Rte 9W, Saugerties. 9AM Fourth Annual Anti-Bullying Walkathon. Info: 845-471-7213 or www.dutchessmediation.org. End the silence around bullying, sponsored by the Mediation Center of Dutchess County. Speak Up! Speak Out! You Matter! Participants will walk to end the silence, hearing from others who have overcome bullying by speaking out. Info: 845- Walkway Over the Hudson, Poughkeepsie. 9AM-3PM Huge Yard Sale. Lots of new items. Katsbaan Reformed Church, 1800 Old Kings Highway, Saugerties. 9:30AM Hudson Highlands Nature Museum: 9th Annual Hike-A-Thon and Earth Day celebration. Musical guests Jackie & John Gioia, farm animals, hay rides, our Green Zone and “Going Local” activities. Info: www. hhnm.org or 845-534-5506 x204. Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, Outdoor Discovery Center, Cornwall. 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-1PM Textile Collection Day. Bring all types of used clothing, footwear & household textiles, even if it’s worn, torn or stained can be recycled, as long as it’s clean and dry. Info: 845-255-8456 or recycling@townofnewpaltz.org. New Paltz Village Hall, Plattekill. 9:30AM-2PM Spring Open House at SUNY Ulster.

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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, 2015 at The EGG Performing ArtsCenter in Albany. Info: artisticstaff@ajkunbt.org or 646-3689800. Albany.

Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic: 10 am-2 pm every Thursday, TARA Clinic, 60 Enterprise Place, Middletown. For previously spayed/neutered cats and dogs only. No appointment needed. Cash only. One-year rabies vaccine, $10; 3-year rabies vaccine with written proof of current vaccination, $15; distemper vaccine, $15; canine heartworm/lyme test, $25. Other low-cost services available. Visit tara-spayneuter.org for complete service list.

Hurley Heritage Society Lecture. Lecture topic: The Economic History of Farming in the Hudson Valley by Liz Higgins. 7pm. Refreshments served. Info: 845-331-4852. Hurley Reformed Church, 11 Main St, Hurley. Call for Art - 9th Annual Big Read Teen Art Contest. Mid-Hudson Valley high school students are invited to enter. Deadline: 5/ 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. 2015 Catskills Singing Schools. Singing school is Monday through Friday, starting 4/26. With a pot luck, graduation & community singing held on each Saturday starting at 5 p.m. Participants will receive a free copy of The Sacred Harp tunebook. Andes Presbyterian Church, Andes. Tai Chi/Chi Gung: Tuesday Mornings, 10:15am-11:15am or Wednesday Evenings 6:15pm-7:15pm. $10 per class or $25 per month! Over 30yrs exp. Info: 845-389-2431 or michael@ whitecranehallcom. White Crane Hall,

Reserve a space online at www.sunyulster.edu/visit. SUNY Ulster, Stone Ridge. 10AM-4PM Revolutionary War Day. A weapons firing demonstration takes place at 2PM with colorfully uniformed soldiers firing muskets and maneuvering to the music of fifes and drums. Info: 845561-1765 ext. 22. New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site, NationalPurple Heart Hall of Honor, 374 Temple Hill Rd, New Windsor. 10 AM -5 PM Creation of a Chenrezig Sand Mandala(4/21-4/26). Featuring Tibetan Buddhist lamas of the Drikung lineage. Closed from 12pm to 1pm. Info: 845- 437-5632 or www.fllac.vassar. edu. Vassar College, Main Building, Villard Room, Poughkeepsie. 10AM-12PM Gardiner Summer Recreation Registration 6-week summer camp open to Gardiner residents and non-residents as well. For more information, go to townofgardiner.org. Gardiner. 10AM-3PM Mother’s Day Gift Fair. Lots of great gift items including pretty jewelry, fun greeting cards, cosmetics, candy, crafts, bags, quality skincare, food items, candles. Door prize and 50/50. Free coffee and cookies! Presented by Friends of Boy Scout Troop 31. Centerville Fire House, Rt 212, Saugerties. 10AM Mid Hudson ADK Hike: Storm King Mountain. Hiking mindfulness. Strenuous hike, 7 miles. Leader: Mel Kleiman Phone: 845-216-6805. Please call....rain cancels. Info: www.MidHudsonADK.org. Parking lot off 218 and Bayview Ave, Cornwall. 10AM-11:30AM Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Vernal Pool Exploration for Families.. Children will make their own frog mask, learn about amphibian habitats and visit vernal pools to look for frogs, salamanders and insects. Ages 7 to 10. Res reqr’d. Info: 845-255-0752.Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Peter’s Kill Park Office, Gardiner, $10 /car. 10AM-4PM Junior Ranger Day. Toy demonstrations, Junior Secret Service tours, and Junior Ranger badges and certificates, along with a Junior Ranger swearing in ceremony. Info: 845-229-9115. Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum, Carriage House, 4097 Rt 9G, Hyde Park. 10AM-3PM Woodstock Library Book Sale. Woodstock Library, 5 Library Ln, Woodstock.

Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Clinics for Cats: April 27, Newburgh; Aprill28, Monroe; April 29; April 23, Fishkill. By appointment only, by The Animal Rights Alliance mobile clinic. $70 per cat includes spay/neuter, rabies vaccine, ear cleaning, nail trim. Residents of Crawford, Mamakating, Monroe, Montgomery and Wallkill eligible for reduced-price voucher through their town clerk; Chester and Warwick through Warwick Valley Humane Society. Stationary clinic in Middletown for dogs: males, $120 and up; females, $150 and up. Owned pit bulls in Hudson Valley receive $100 off surgery made possible by a grant from The S.L. Gimbel Foundation while funds last. Other low-cost services available. 845-343-1000. taraspayneuter.org. Register Now. Social Skills Training for Kids 7-17. One hour on Saturdays from 5/ 18- 5/9. Kids learn to: Speak so others will listen, make new friends, and read body language. Info: potential2success@gmail.com.

10AM-11:30AM Natural Health for your Dog with Dr. Coger. Please leave your dog home. Reg reqr’d. Info: 518-828-1872 x105. Olana State Historic Site, Wagon House Education Center, Hudson, $10. 10AM Friends of the Poughkeepsie Public Library District’s upcoming Giant Book Sale (4/24-4/28). former Stop & Shop, 5 St. Andrews Rd, Hyde Park. 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-2PM HealthAlliance Behavioral Health Awareness Expo. Meet with leading Ulster County providers.The expo will also include screenings, music therapy, an art table for children, art exhibits, stress-management techniques, self-assessment tools and other hands-onactivities. 845-334-3117. Health Alliance Hospital, Mary’s Avenue Campus, Kingston. 10AM-12PM Knitting Group. Stone Ridge Library, 3700 Main Street, Stone Ridge, 687-7023. 10AM-5PM Creation of a Chenrezig Sand Mandala. (4/21-4/26) Featuring Tibetan Buddhist lamas of the Drikung lineage. Closed from 12pm to 1pm. Info: 845- 437-5632 or www.fllac.vassar.edu. Vassar College, Main Building, Villard Room, Poughkeepsie. 10AM Bluefood. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. 10AM Walk n Talk Series with herbalist Sarah Elisabeth. Explore Denning’s Point for wild edibles and healing herbs with our very popular Sarah Elisabeth, an herbalist in the Wise Woman Tradition. Preregister at www.bire.org/events. CEIE at Denning’s Point, 199 Denning’s Ave, Beacon. 10AM Rip Van Winkle Hike: Windham Walking Path. Easy walk: 3 miles. For more information, call: 518-622-3332 or www.newyorkheritage.com Windham. 10AM-4PM Revolutionary War Day. A weapons firing demonstration takes place at 2PM with colorfully uniformed soldiers firing muskets and maneuvering to the music of fifes and drums. Info: 845561-1765 ext. 22. New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site, NationalPurple Heart Hall of Honor, 374 Temple Hill Rd, New Windsor. 10AM-1PM Stone Soup Earth Day Celebration Help get the garden ready for the growing season by building stone paths to protect the beds. Free soup will be provided to volunteers. Aiyana Community Garden, Center St, Ellenville. 10AM-4PM Hudson Valley Draft Horse Spring Plow. Food, music, kids games, vendors, horse demonstrations and more! Info: graystone.r@ gmail.com or 845-626-0049. Saunderskill Farm, 41 Garden Ln, Accord. 10AM 2nd Annual Spanish Spelling Bee. Info: www.spanishspellingbee.webs.com. Vassar College, Aula Auditorium, Poughkeepsie. 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 ‘Garden of Eatin’ - Healthy Living Workshop. Anthony Mecca will discuss foundational measures for building health into our gardens and homesteads. Info: 845-758-3241. Red Hook Public Library, 7444 S. Broadway, Red Hook. 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

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25 Make your own ‘Ka-Blooms’(pollinator seed bombs). Accord Community Center, Accord. 2PM Earth Week Talk at Matagiri.Talk by Prof. Neela Bhattacharya Saxena on “Sacred Mother Earth.� Invocation by Radharani. Public is welcome, voluntary donation.Matagiri, 1218 Wittenberg Rd, Mt Tremper, 845-679-8322 www.matagiri.org. 2PM Family Fun-Animal Experiences with Nicole Chillemi. Donation at the door. No registration required. Info: 845-255-1559 or www.unisonarts.org. Unison Learning Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $14, $7 /child.

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

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ealthy Ulster Spring at Mohonk Preserve means that nature enthusiasts with proof of Ulster County residency can score free monthlong passes at the Mohonk Preserve, good through May 21. Passes may be picked up at the Preserve Visitor Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Thursday through Sunday, April 23 to 26, and at the Spring Farm Trailhead from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, April 25 and 26. –Erica Chase-Salerno

tivoliprograms@gmail.com.Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, free. 11 AM The Hurley Reformed Church Youth Group is sponsoring a Penny Social at the Hurley Reformed Church, 11 Main Street, Hurley. Doors open at 11 AM, Calling at 12:30 PM Refreshments available. Also accepting donations. For more information, please contact Shannon at 845-399-2002

1PM Fruition Chocolate Woodstock Store Open House. Featuring tastings of new confection. Free. 17 Tinker St., Woodstock.845-657-6717.

discount on lunch. Info: www.GKnoodles.com or 845-255-8811. Gomen-Kudasai Noodle Shop, Rite Aid Plaza, 232 Main St, New Paltz.

1PM Audition: Singin’ In The Rain. Needed: Adult actors, singers and dancers. Prepare: 16 bars of a Broadway-style song. Info: www.centerforperormingarts.org. The Center for Performing Art, Rte. 308, Rhinebeck.

1PM-5PM Growing Great Transplants Organically. Workshop with Lee Reich. Everything you need to know to grow your own healthy transplants. Limited space, so pre-registration is necessary. Info: 845-255-0417 or www.leereich.com/workshops. New Paltz, $57.

11AM-4PM “LadyPalooza,� a handmade Catskills Spring Shopping Extravaganza, presented by Women Empowering Women.Over 50 vendors with unique gifts and goodies just in time for Mother’s Day!Fantastic raffles with prizes such as Elliott Landy’s iconic Janis Joplin photo, portrait session with photographer Franco Vogt and more, with proceeds benefitting Family of Woodstock. Free admission.Bearsville Theater, Bearsville.

1PM-3PM “Poetry In Motion� & “Stop-Motion� Workshop for students ages 12 and Up. Instructors from the Spark Media Project will offer this workshop on the use of “stop-motion animation� in the creation of an animated video poem. To register:info@sparkmediaproject.org or 845-4854480. Hyde Park Library Annex, Hyde Park.

11AM-5PM “Transfourming Sorrow�: Centennial Commemoration Of the Armenian Genocide (19152015). Multimedia installation by artist Kardash Onnig, will pay tribute to the decimation of the Armenian population. Info: transfourmer@gmail. com or www.KardashOnnig.com. 76 Halas Lane, Standfordville.

1PM-4PM Poetry Mentoring Workshop with Laurence Carr . The program is appropriate for poets of all levels. It will include sharing your poems, exercises and mentoring with Mr. Carr. Registration is Required. Info: 845-876-4030. Starr Library, 68 W Market St, Rhinebeck.

11AM Introduction to DSLR Video for Photographers with Dennis O’Clair (4/25 & 4/26). $340+ 40/materials. Info: 845-679-9957. The Center for Photography, 59 Tinker St, Woodstock. 11AM-4PM Kingston’s Repair CafÊ. Bring your broken but beloved items, electrical, mechanical, clothes, toys, jewelry, books, china - if you can carry it, bring it. Repair coaches will show you how to fix it, and fix it for free. United Methodist Church, 122 Clinton Ave, Kingston. 11AM TAP New York - NYS Craft Beer & Food Festival (4/25 & 4/26). 100+ NYS craft brewers and 350+ NYS craft beers. Info: 518-263-4223. Hunter Mountain, Hunter. 11AM-2PM Rabies Clinic. Dr. Barbara MacMullen of Pet’s Reward. $10/pet- Cash Only. Please bring past rabies history (if any). Info: 845-339-CATS. The Barnyard, 446 Rt. 28, Kingston, $10 /cash only. 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.

1PM Art Hour with Christian. Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Public Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia.

1PM-4PM The Roadhouse Revival Band. Will be performing Western Swing music at the Hudson Valley Draft Horse Show. Wooden dance floor. Info: 845-626-2676. Saunderskill Farms, 5100 Rt. 209, Accord. 1PM-4PM Shiatsu & Lunch. Johanna, Stan & Youko invite you to a shiatsu session by donation & 10%

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12:30PM The Met: Live in HD Cavalleria Rusticana & Pagliacci. Info: www.bardavon.org. Ulster Performing Arts Center, Broadway, Kingston. 12:30PM-6:30PM Tarot Readings with Stephanie. Every Saturday. Walk in or call for appointment. Info: 845-679-2100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $25 /15 minutes.

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1PM-5PM Gift Fair at Jai Ma Yoga Center. Hand made treasures from India. A selection of women’s clothing, shawls, bags, jewelry, home goods, pottery. Info: 845-256-0465. Jai Ma Yoga Center, 69 Main St, New Paltz. 1:30PM Senior Recital: Jacob Damsky, baritone, and Frank Hoffman, piano. Assisted by David Alpher, piano. Info: 845-437-7294 or www. music. vassar.edu/concerts. Vassar College, Skinner Hall of Music, Poughkeepsie.

3PM-4PM Creative & Cost-Effective Solutions to Climate Change. Talk specifically about “Victory Trees and Gardens, “ an intervention that can save communities money while helping with global warming.Free admission. Contact Marty Korn 845-679-6309 martybstone@gmail.comwww.ecoalliances.com. The Golden Notebook, 29 Tinker St, Woodstock. 3PM 24-Hour Drone: Experiments In Sound and Music. Features musicians from the region and beyond experimenting in electronic, psychedelic, classical, non-western and instrumental drone music for a full 24 hours of low-frequency fun. Info: www.basilicahudson.com. BasilicaHudson, 110 South Front St, Hudson, $15. 4PM Senior Recital: Zoe Adams, mezzo-soprano, and Alexandra Prow, mezzo-soprano. Assisted by Richard Mogavero, piano. Info: 845-437-7294 or www. music.vassar.edu/concerts. Vassar College, Skinner Hall of Music, Poughkeepsie. 4PM Light It Up Blue . Light It Up Blue has chosen Spectrum Services as the recipient for all funds raised. With great music and tasty food. Middletown Holiday Inn, Middletown. 5PM Roast Pork Dinner& Black Forest Brownies. Serving. 5 & 6:15pm. Takeouts available.Adults $14 Children $7.The United Methodist Church of Shady,Church Road - Rt. 212(5 miles West of Woodstock), Shady. Reservations: 845- 340-1599 or 845679-2982 if necessary, please leave a message. 5PM Sacred Harp Singing School graduation. Potluck dinner and community sing. Bring a dish for the table. Info: 845-254-4884 or www.sacredheartcatskills.com. Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St, Pine Hill, free. HUDSON VALLEY GARDEN ASSOCIATION FUNDRAISER

2PM Earth Day Celebration. A presentation by Linda-Brook Guenther on The Birds and the Bees in your Backyard: An interactive discussion on pollinators in our region. Learn about composting. H U D S O N VA L L E Y

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1PM-4PM “Off The Beaten Path�, a wedding expo presented by The Hive Collective. This creative, relaxed, collaborative event will feature Hive members working together to present their clients with an overall wedding design conception. Rsvp at bzz@hiveevent.com.Hellbrook Farms, 40 Hellbrook Ln, Ulster Park, free.

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12PM-3PM GCC Day 4: Spring Food Festival. Sprouts and shoots samples, crafts, and stories with special guest children’s educator, Jill Olesker (fee) Sour dough rye bread samples at Redwing Blackbird Theater. RSVP. Info: cbcofrosendale@gmail. com, 845-527-5672.Rosendale Food Pantry, Main St, Rosendale.

2PM “Should Opera Singers Sing Popular Songs?� Warren Boroson, a music teacher at Bard and Marist colleges, to give the presentation. He will review the pros and cons of such a practice. Info: 845-331-0507 or www.kingstonlibrary.org. Kingston Library, 55 Franklin St, Kingston.

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26 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 often includes free gallery talks, live music, & wine tasting. Info:Beaconarts.org. Main Street, Beacon. 5:30PM-7:30PM 4th Annual Spring in Bloom Fashion Show. High-style runway show - complete with passed hors d’oeuvres and champagne. Silent Auction. Info: www.woodstockguild.org/springinbloom.html or 845-679-2079. Kleinert/James Center for the Arts, 36 Tinker St, Woodstock, 6:30PM Laura Ludwig presents Poetry and Performance Art. Info: 845-246-5775. Inquiring Minds Bookstore, 65 Partition St, Saugerties, free. 7PM-9PM Live Music: Terri Roiger Trio. Swing into Spring. Info: www.GKnoodles.com or 845-255-8811. Gomen-Kudasai Noodle Shop, Rite Aid Plaza, 232 Main St, New Paltz, $5 /suggested donation. 7PM Family Movie: Penquins of Madagascar (PG). Info: 845-657-2482. Olive Free Library, Rt 28A, West Shokan. 7PM Concert: Bobtown. Hosted by Flying Cat Music. The doors open at 7pm with music beginning at 7:30pm sharp. Admission is $17 or $15 with RSVP to flyingcatmusic@gmail.com. Email for information or call 845-688-9453. Empire State Railway Museum, Phoenicia. 7PM Spring Concert. Enjoy a “Magical Evening” of music presented by St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church in Woodstock and Phoenicia Festival of the Voice. From Broadway to opera. the concert will feature the Woodstock Community Chorale, Phoenicia Community Choir and other local artists, under the direction of Maria Todaro. Wine & Cheese Reception to follow.Info: 845-679-8800. St. Gregory’s Church, 2578 Rte 212, Woodstock. 7PM-9PM Classical Indian Flute Concert. Jay Gandhi will treat us to the melodies of the Bansuri with accompanied rhythm by Suryaksha Deshapande on Tabla. Info: www.shantimandir.com or 845-778-1008. Shanti Mandir, 51 Muktananda Marg, Walden. 7:30PM The Gemini Series. “Legally Blonde” Info: 518-828-4181. SUNY Columbia-Greene, Arts Center Theater, Hudson, $12, $8 /student/senior. 7:30PM Alpha Omega Theatrical Dance Company. Info: 845-757-5106. Kaatsbaan International Dance Center, 120 Broadway, Tivoli, $30, $10 child. 7:30PM Fourth Saturday “Myths and Legends” Tour. Led by Guest Experience Manager Genevieve Casagrande. Following the tour, guests will enjoy hot chocolate and treats in the DuBois Fort. Reg suggested. Info: www.hugenotstreet.org. 1799 LeFevre House, 54 Huguenot St, New Paltz, 7:30PM Music in Desperate Times: Remembering the Women’s Orchestra of Birkenau. Performers: Ars Choralis, narrato and orchestra. Info: 845-5698172. Woodstock Jewish Congregation, 1682 Glasco Turnpike, Woodstock. 7:30PM Historic Huguenot Street Guest Experience . Manager Genevieve Casagrande on a special walking tour exploring the myths and legends of the Mid-Hudson Valley, featuring a number of theatrical reenactments. Following the tour, guests will enjoy hot chocolate and treats in the DuBois Fort. 1799 LeFevre House, , 54 Huguenot St, New Paltz, $25 / gen adm, $22 /srs & military. 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. 8PM Vassar College Women’s Chorus. Christine Howlett, conductor. Info: 845-437-7294 or www. music.vassar.edu/concerts. Vassar College, Skinner Hall of Music, Poughkeepsie. 8PM O’Solo Vito in the Taproom, Info: 845-2298277 or info@hydeparkbrewing.com. Hyde Park Brewing Co, 4076 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park. 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 e-mail highfallscafe@earthlink. net. High Falls Café, 12 Stone Dock Rd, High Falls. 8PM Duke Robillard. Info: www.sugarloafperformingarts.com. Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center, Sugar Loaf, $25. 8PM Lobby Hero. Play by Kenneth Lonergan. Presented by Tangent Theatre Company. Info: www. tangent-arts.org. The Carpenter Shop Theater, 60 Broadway, Tivoli, $25. 8PM American Symphony Orchestra Preconcert talk at 7p.m. Conducted by Leon Botstein, Music Director. Info: www.fishercenter.bard.edu or

845-758-7900. Bard College, Fisher Center, Sosnoff Theater, Annandale-on-Hudson, $40, $25. 8PM The Fantasticks. Half Moon Theatre Puts Its Unique Spin on the Longest Running Musical Hit. Culinary Institute of America is offering a $39 pre-theatre three-course menu. Info: CIA- 845-9054533 or Half Moon Theatre- 845-702-5379. Culinary Institute of America, Marriott Pavilion, 1946 Campus Dr, Hyde Park, $40, $35 /senior, $25 / under 18. 8PM Red Dog Run. Info: 845-.658-.9048. The Rosendale Café, 434 Main St, Rosendale, $10. 9 PM-9:30 PM The Beautiful Bastards. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. 9PM Buffalo Stack. Info: info@helsinkihudson. com. Helsinki Hudson, 405 Columbia St, Hudson.

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Mid Hudson ADK Hike: Pond Gut/ Taconic Hereford Multiple Use Area/ Leader: Sue Mackson 845-471-9892 suemackson@gmail.com. Contact leader to register. Walk for 3 hours in the morning. Info: www.MidHudsonADK.org. Planet Fitness parking lot, La Grangeville. 8AM-9PM Kingston Kinderland II Build. (4/224/26). There will be three shifts a day except for Sunday when there will only be two shifts. Serving lunch & dinner everyday and providing child care service. Volunteers needed. Info: 845-481-3534. 8AM-4PM 14th Annual Complementary Medicine Conference: A Holistic Approach to Health. Various workshops, panels. Information: 845-339-4673. Register on Website: www.BreastCancerOptions. org. Tickets $25 (includes lunch) ? $35 at the door (no lunch) Lunch must be pre-ordered. SUNY New Paltz, Lecture Center, New Paltz. 9AM-5PM Minnewaska Preserve: Sunday Stroll to Scenic Lake Awosting. Approximately 10-mile round trip walk. Pre-registration is required. Info: 845-255-0752. Minnewaska Preserve, Awosting Parking Area, Gardiner, $10 /car. 9AM-1PM Hudson Valley Autism Walk. Spectrum Services will once again be taking part in this year’s Autism Walk and Expo. Info: www.autismwalkhv. org/#!. Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck. 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. 9:30AM - 5:30 PM Open Call! Shadowland will hold local auditions... (4/26, 9:30am - 5:30pm). No appointments; just come by. Click here for character breakdowns and more information. Info: www. shadowlandtheatre.org/. Shadowland, 157 Canal St, Ellenville. 10 AM -5 PM Creation of a Chenrezig Sand Mandala(4/21-4/26) .Featuring Tibetan Buddhist lamas of the Drikung lineage. Closed from 12pm to 1pm. Info: 845- 437-5632 or www.fllac.vassar. edu. Vassar College, Main Building, Villard Room, Poughkeepsie. 10AM-12PM Volunteers Needed! Help prepare for new exhibits at Bevier House Museum. 5 volunteers. Move and clean furniture, update and improve displays. Light lunch provided. Bevier House Museum, 2682 Rt. 209, Stone Ridge. 10AM-4PM The First Annual Ellen B. Shapiro Mah Jongg Tournament. To benefit community home for the dying. Info: info@cfdhv.org. New World Home Cooking, Rte. 212, Saugerties, $30. 10AM-12PM Calligraphy Workshop. Instructor: Midori Shinye. Reservation required. Info: www. GKnoodles.com or 845-255-8811. Gomen-Kudasai Noodle Shop, Rite Aid Plaza, 232 Main St, New Paltz, $20. 10AM Friends of the Poughkeepsie Public Library District’s upcoming Giant Book Sale (4/24-4/28). former Stop & Shop, 5 St. Andrews Rd, Hyde Park. 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 or www.skylake.shambhala.org. Sky Lake, 22 Hillcrest Ln, Rosendale. 10:30AM-12PM Sunday Morning Vocal Village. Personal and Collective Well being through Voice, Music and a Vision for a better world. Every other Sunday thru 12/20. Info: 914-388-0632 or www. amymctear.com/events/. Unison Arts, New Paltz. 11AM-3PM Earth Day Fair 2015. Participants and vendors who emphasize caring for our environment are welcome. For more info, please contact the church at 845-255-6340, or email Janetodowd818@ gmail.com. Reformed Church of New Paltz, New Paltz. 11AM Woodstock Land Conservancy/Catskill Center. Free BioBlitz: Join biologists and natu-

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ralists at the Thorn Preserve, 55 John Joy Rd. Join Dr. Ralph Ibe in finding and documenting mosses, liverworts and hornworts. Thorn Preserve at 55 John Joy Rd. Woodstock.

tory of Music; conducted by Paul Phillips, Brown University music director. Reservations required. Info: www.bard.edu. Bard College, Sosnoff Theater, Annandale-on-Hudson, free.

11AM-4PM Local Artisan and Farm Shop. Soaps, wine, coffee, tinctures, lotions, sweets, note cards, Art. Info: cbcofrosendale@gmail.com, 845-5275672. Creative Co-op, 402 Main St, Rosendale.

3PM Lobby Hero. Play by Kenneth Lonergan. Presented by Tangent Theatre Company. Info: www. tangent-arts.org. The Carpenter Shop Theater, 60 Broadway, Tivoli, $25.

11AM-5PM Free Theater Workshop for Youth. 6-hour intensive theater workshop for kids aged 7-13. An opportunity to explore Shakespeare’s language and learn other theatrical skills. Bring a brown-bag lunch and something to drink. Res reqr’d. Info: 845-679-2079 orderin@woodstockguild.org. Kleinert/James Center for the Arts, 36 Tinker St, Woodstock, free.

3PM Speaking Shakespeare. Info: 845-876-3080 or www.centerforperformingarts.org. The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck, free.

11AM-2PM Sunday Brunch @ The Falcon: The Blues Farm. Reservations strongly suggested. Info: 845-236-7970 www.liveatthefalcon.com. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro. 11AM TAP New York - NYS Craft Beer & Food Festival (4/25 & 4/26). 100+ NYS craft brewers and 350+ NYS craft beers. Info: 518-263-4223. Hunter Mountain, Hunter. 12PM Jazz at the Falls. Featuring Eddie Diehl and Lou Pappas. Info: 845-687-2699 or e-mail highfallscafe@earthlink.net. High Falls Café, 12 Stone Dock Rd, High Falls. 12PM-4PM Repair Café. Do you like to fix stuff? You’re welcome to help out at any of our worktables as a Repair Coach. Info: 845-255-9775. Gardiner Public Library, 133 Farmer’s Turnpike, Gardiner. 12:30PM-2PM Foxtrot - Learn to Dance in a Day Workshop with Linda and Chester Freeman $25 preregistered per person. No experience or partner needed. For more information visit www.got2lindy. com or 845-236-3939. APG Pilates, APG Pilates, Newburgh. 1PM Dissolution of Mandala and Procession. Info: 845-437-5632 or visit fllac.vassar.edu. Vassar College, Main Building, Villard Room, Poughkeepsie. 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 Healthy Parenting Workshop (4/26, 1-3pm). Given by Diana Wenutu, Healthy Parenting Facilitator and Holistic Healer. Given by Diana Wenutu, Healthy Parenting Facilitator and Holistic Healer. Info: 845- 663-8033 or email uncndtnllove@gmail.com. Living Seed Yoga and Holistic Health Center, 521 Rte 299, New Paltz. 1PM Fern Glen Phenology Trail Walk. A guided walk exploring the lifecycles of plants and animals. Registration is required. Info: 845-677-5343 or www.caryinstitute.org/events/natures-clock-fernglen-phenology-trail. Cary Institute, Millbrook. 1PM-2PM Silent Peace Vigil by Woodstock Women in Black. Village Green, Tinker St, Woodstock, 679-7148 or rizka@hvc.rr.com. 1PM-4PM Square and Contra Dance. 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. Refreshments included. Info: 845-254-5469. Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St, Pine Hill, $10. 1PM-5PM Mount Gulian Historic Site Opens For The Season Tours of the historic home, Dutch barn, and restored garden will be given every Sun, Wed, Thur and Fri, with the last tour at 4 p.m, through Oct 25. Info: 845-831-8172 or www.mountgulian. org. Mount GulianHistoric Site, , Beacon, $8, $6 / senior, $4 /6-18. 1:30PM-6:30PM Tarot Readings with Sarvananda. Every Sunday. Walk-ins welcome or call for appointment. Info: 845-679-2100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, $30 /half an hour. 2PM Film Screening: Philip Guston: A Life Lived, a film by Michael Blackwood. Late in life, Guston speaks candidly about his philosophy of painting and the psychological motivation for his work.$8, 845-679-2940 Woodstock Artists Association & Museum, 28 Tinker St, Woodstock. 2PM-6PM Altamura Center Fundraiser. Featured performers from this year will be on hand to perform a few selections as a taste of what to expect from the Center this year. Res reqr’d. Info: 518-610-3332 or www.altocanto.org. Brandywine Restaurant, Windham, $45. 2PM “My Favorite Poem”/Poetry Sharing Event. Poetry reading featuring writers from the Hyde Park Writers’ Group, followed by a public “poetry sharing, “ Info: 845-229-7791. Hyde Park Library Annex, Hyde Park. 2PM Lecture: Dr. Linda S. Ferber, Senior Art Historian and Museum Director Emerita at the New-York Historical Society. “Jervis McEntee: Hudson River School Master of the Melancholy Landscape, “ Info: 845-339-0720 or online at www.fohk.org. Kirkland Hotel, Senate Room, corner of Clinton Ave and Main St, Kingston. 2PM The Fantasticks. Half Moon Theatre Puts Its Unique Spin on the Longest Running Musical Hit. Culinary Institute of America is offering a $39 pre-theatre three-course menu. Info: CIA- 845-9054533 or Half Moon Theatre- 845-702-5379. Culinary Institute of America, Marriott Pavilion, 1946 Campus Dr, Hyde Park, $35, $25 /under 18. 2PM The Annual Meeting of the Friends of Historic Kingston. Dr. Linda Ferber will speak on Jervis McEntee, Kingston’s artist of the Hudson River School. Info: 845-339-0720 or www.fohk. org. Kirkland Hotel, corner Clinton and Main St, Kingston. 3PM Classics: Then and Now. Classical guitarist and composer David Temple will perform a unique concert, combining music of many countries and periods of time. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church i, 7412 South Broadway, Red Hook, $15, $10 /senior/ student. 3PM Brown University Orchestra: Nordic Celebration. Presented by The Bard College Conserva-

3PM All-County Dance Celebration. Orange County dancers, choreographers, dance companies and dance studios have been invited to share their talent with the community in this unique one day performance. Info: 845-469-9168 or www.sugarloafperformingartscenter.org. Sugar LoafPerforming Arts Center, Sugar Loaf, $17. 3PM Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra. Featuring the 112 year-old Mendelssohn Club of Kingston -an all-male chorus conducted by Paul Scatenato. Also performing soprano Jody Weatherstone and NDSOprincipal clarinetist William Stevens. Info: www.ndsorchestra.org or 845-6350877. Register: Old Dutch Church, Kingston, $20, $15 /senior, $5 /child. 3PM-6PM Opening Day/Work Party in Phoenicia. Info: nitygardens@gmail.com Community garden tours, new member orientation, plot clearing and preparations will be happening at the Shandaken Community Gardens. Info: 845 242-9821 or shandakencommunitygardens@gmail.com. Phoenicia Elementary School, Phoenicia. 4PM Howland Chamber Music Circle. Alexander String Quartet. Info: 845-765-3012 or www. howlandmusic.org. Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St, Beacon, $30, $10 /student. 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 Kairos: A Consort of Singers. Annual Spring Concert entitled “Musical Journeys”. The program will feature a delightful selection of unaccompanied choral music from the Renaissance to the present. Info: www.kairosconsort.org or 845-256-9114. Holy Cross Monastery, Route9W, West Park, $20, $15 / senior, $5 /child/student. 4PM Book Reading: Diana Beresford Kroeger Author of The Sweetness of a Simple Life: Tips for Healthier, Happier and Kinder Living Gleaned from the Wisdom and Science of Nature. Info: 845-2558300. Inquiring Minds Bookstore, 6 Church Str, New Paltz, free. 5PM-7PM GCC Day 6: Art/ Puppet Display. Redwing Blackbird Theater and TransNDanceNDrum Main Street. Info: cbcofrosendale@gmail.com, 845-5275672. Redwing Blackbird Theater, Main St, Rosendale. 7PM College Youth Symphony: A Bevy of Concerti. Info: www.newpaltz.edu/music or 845-257-2700. SUNY New Paltz, Julien J. Studley Theatre, New Paltz, $8, $6, $3. 7PM Live @ The Falcon. Howie Day. Info: 845-2367970 or www.liveatthefalcon.com. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro. 7:30PM Music in Desperate Times: Remembering the Women’s Orchestra of Birkenau. Performers: Ars Choralis, narrators and orchestra. Info: ww.arschoralis.org or bpickhardt@gmail.com. Woodstock Jewish Congregation, 1682 Glasco Turnpike, Woodstock, $20, $10 /child. 8PM Live Music. Info: 679-3484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. 8PM Audition: Singin’ In The Rain. Needed: Adult actors, singers and dancers. Prepare: 16 bars of a Broadway-style song. Info: www.centerforperormingarts.org. The Center for Performing Art, Rte. 308, Rhinebeck.

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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, 845-679-5906, x 1012. Karma Triyiana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock. 9AM-9:50AM Senior Fit Dance for Seniors with Adah Frank. Dance and movement for strength and flexibility. Open to Woodstock residents 55 and older, $1 donation requested. Bring a mat. 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. Info: ssipkingston.org. Olympic Diner, Washington Ave, Kingston. 10AM Friends of the Poughkeepsie Public Library District’s upcoming Giant Book Sale (4/24-4/28). former Stop & Shop, 5 St. Andrews Rd, Hyde Park. 10AM-4PM Adult Art Workshop. Oils, acrylics, with some supplies provided, $5 drop-in. Info: 845-6579735. 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. 10AM Prepared Piano and 21st C Music. Step by step, pianist David Friend will demonstrate preparing a piano and the distinct sounds it produces during a master class. Info: 845-341-4891. SUNY Orange, Orange Hall Theatre, Middletown, free. 11AM-12PM Senior Qi Gong with Zach Baker. Mondays, on-going, No registration required. Info: www.unisonarts.org or 845-255-1559. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $5.

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27

NIGHT SKY

Dark energy, dark matter

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e’ve known since 1998 that 96 percent of the cosmos is made of unknown stuff. Not merely unknown as in “We know nothing about virtually all of the 100 billion planets in our galaxy”; this ignorance goes much deeper. Essentially, it’s that 96 percent of the universe seems composed of entities that are neither some form of light, nor any of the 92 elements or their constituent particles. A quick inventory of the known composition of the cosmos reveals the most common items to be photons: bits of light of various kinds, from simple particles of orange to exotic powerful gamma rays. The next most abundant item is the tiny particle called the neutrino. A trillion of them pass through each of your fingernails each second. (They don’t actually have a preference for fingernails; you know that.) Neutrinos weigh almost nothing, and they don’t clump together to form anything. Since they don’t interact with matter in the normal way, they simply fly through stuff as if it isn’t there. Neutrinos keep passing through the entire Earth – it takes them each about 1/20th of a second to do this –then continue on as if nothing happened. They actually seem pretty useless. Now we get to more substantial subatomic particles like electrons and

quarks: Electrons don’t combine with anything, not even their fellow electrons. But quarks do, and always come in groups of three. They form all the stuff in every atom’s nucleus. All together, the observable universe contains a lot of these particles: a one followed by 80 zeroes. The three quarks forming a proton can be orbited by a single electron, and now you have the most common atom in the cosmos: hydrogen. This makes up most of your body and two-thirds of each glass of water. The second-most-common element is helium, the most renowned loner in existence. It combines with nothing. It plays no role in life. T he third most common element is oxygen, which bonds with just about anything. Naturally, it combines with hydrogen to form the universe’s most common compound by far: water. Since oxygen is rather heavy, seven-eighths of each glass of water are oxygen alone, by weight. The Moon is mostly oxygen, too – as is every golden retriever. All these known entities comprise just four percent of the cosmos. The rest is mysterious stuff. First there’s dark matter, which is invisible, but has gravity. We don’t know what it is, but it makes our galaxy spin in a strange way and glues groups of galaxies together. It’s possible that it doesn’t exist, if (and only if ) gravity behaves differently at great distances, when it’s weak, than it does close-in, when

it’s strong. Some think that’s likely, but the majority of astronomers brush that off as far-fetched. Finally we come to the universe’s main component: dark energy. That’s our label, our term, for a total mystery. We know only one thing about it: It’s repulsive. There’s a joke there, but I’ll resist. What this means is that it’s an anti-gravity force. It’s making the cosmos expand faster and faster. This underlying energy also seems responsible for nonstop particles and antiparticles springing briefly into existence in every tiny piece of space, then vanishing again. It probably caused the Big Bang. No one knows what it is. Will it ever reverse itself, so that the cosmos will then start contracting? Does the universe oscillate, and breathe in and out like the old Hindu legend of the breaths of Brahma? No one

knows. That’s the bottom line when it comes to the universe: It’s mostly unknown substances, overwhelmingly dark matter and dark energy. And we didn’t even get started with the stuff “over the horizon,” the things receding faster than light. Those represent ten thousand times more material than the stuff we see, or else infinitely more. Does all this make you feel small? It doesn’t do that to me. I don’t feel small – just stupid. – Bob Berman

11AM-12PM Mystery Mondays Book Discussion. A free program on the last Monday of each month. The discussions are led by Suzanne Christensen. Info: 845-485-3445 or www.poklib.org. Adriance Memorial Library, Charwat Room, 93 Market St, Poughkeepsie.

falcon.com. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

Former Stop & Shop, 5 St. Andrews Rd, Hyde Park.

Lake, 22 Hillcrest Ln, Rosendale.

7PM-9PM Mindfulness Based Stress & Pain Reduction Program(4/27-6/29) .An eight-week course facilitated by certified grief therapist Shelley Tatelbaum. Designed to help people become more aware of their ability to reduce pain, work with their fears and anxieties and cope with stress. Reg reqr’d. Info: 845-471-5269. Vassar Brothers Medical Center, 45 Reade Pl, Poughkeepsie, $385.

10AM Preschool Story Hour. Info: 845-657-2482. Olive Free Library, Rt 28A, West Shokan, free.

6:30PM-8:30PM Vegetable Gardening for Beginners. Herbs: Where and how to grow these 12 easy herbs: sage, thyme, chives, mint, oregano, parsley, tarragon, cilantro, basil, dill, lavender and rosemary. Info: nh26@cornell.edu or 845-677-8223, x115 . Adriance Memorial Library, Poughkeepsie.

Dark matter is invisible, but it has gravity.

12:15 PM 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. 2PM Writers’ Group. Emphasis on poetry and shorter prose. Contact 845-229-7791 ext. 205 to inquire about available slots. Hyde Park Library Annex, Hyde Park. 2PM-4PM Senior Art with Judith Boggess. In addition to instruction, art supplies and periodic group exhibitions, the class offers friendship and camaraderie. Open to Woodstock residents 55 and older for minimum contribution of $2. St. John’s Community Center, R.C. West Hurley. 3PM-4:30PM Corded Bracelets Craft Group. Grades 4 and up. Info: 845-687-2044 or www. stoneridgelibrary.org. Stone Ridge Library, 3700 Main St, Stone Ridge. 3PM-5PM Math Help with Phyllis Rosato. All ages Info: 845-688-7811. Phoenicia Public Library, 48 Main St, Phoenicia. 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: 845-876-5810 or racersplace@hotmail.com. Morton Memorial Library & Community House, 82 Kelly St, Rhinebeck. 6PM-8:30PM 2015 Catskills Singing Schools. Singing school is Monday through Friday. With a pot luck, graduation & community singing held on each Saturday starting at 5 p.m. Participants will receive a FREE copy of The Sacred Harp tunebook. Andes Presbyterian Church, Andes. 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. 7PM Live @ The Falcon. “Amplify Sound Concert Series” with Hudson Valley Hip Hop Poet Decora + Poet Gold. Info: 845-236-7970 or www.liveatthe-

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

7 PM Cocoon Soiree:”What’s In The Bag .” Suggested Donation $10.Cocoon at Cunneen, 9 Vassar St. Poughkeepsie.

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.

8PM Poetry w/ Jane Omerod. Donald Lev featured reader. Info: 845-679-3,484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

11AM-2PM PAW Audition Notice. Woodstock Town Hall, Woodstock. For info: 845-679-7900.

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8AM Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Early Morning Birders. Designed for birding enthusiasts or those just looking to learn the basics, this series will offer various outings led by experienced birding volunteers and park naturalists. Info: 845-255-0752. Minnewaska StatePark Preserve, Main Entrance, Gardiner, $10 /car. 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. 9AM-5PM Minnewaska Preserve: Tuesday Trek: Hamilton Point to Rainbow Falls. Approximately 10-mile round trip walk. Participants must come prepared with proper hiking shoes, lunch, snacks, water and rain gear. Pre-registration is required. Info: 845-255-0752.Minnewaska Preserve, Awosting Parking Area, Gardiner, $10 /car. 9AM-5PM Stand-Up For Equality - LGBTQ Equality and Justice Day 2015! At the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany. Register today!(Or register at the event.)Hosted by Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center. Info: 845-331-5300 or www.lgbtqcenter.org. Albany. 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. 10 AM 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 845-7443055 for more information. Walker Valley Schoolhouse, 1 Marl Rd, Walker Valley. 10AM Friends of the Poughkeepsie Public Library District’s upcoming Giant Book Sale (4/24-4/28).

3PM-6PM Opening Reception: Natalie Levy: “Streetscapes” Exhibits through 5/24. Info: 518-822-0510. 510 Warren Street Gallery, 510 Warren St, Hudson. 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-6:30PM Senior Qi Gong with Zach Baker. Tuesdays, on-going, No registration required. Info: www.unisonarts.org or 845-255-1559. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $10. 5:30PM-7:30PM New Paltz Chamber April Mixer. Enjoy the sunset sipping a beautifully crafted locally grown wine and take a tour of this 1830 Dutch Colonial Inn with modern amenities. Reg reqr’d. Info: 845-255-0243. Inn at Kettleboro, 321 State Route 208, New Paltz. 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. 6PM-8PM GCC Day 7: Becoming a Radical Homemaker. Learn beyond basics on keeping a clean home without the use of store bought harsh chemicals. Info: cbcofrosendale@gmail.com, 845-5275672. Creative Co-op, 402 Main St, Rosendale. 6PM-8PM Kingston’s Meeting - End the New Jim Crow Action Network, a Hudson Valley network dedicated to fighting racist policies of racial profiling, police brutality and mass incarceration (the “new Jim Crow”). 475-8781 or www.enjan.org. New Progressive Baptist Church 8 Hone St, Kingston. 6PM-7PM 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

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6:30PM How to Get Started Kayaking: Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) trip leader Don Urmston will

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The Only Opportunity This Year! For the final time this year, nationally known astronomer Bob Berman offers four weekly classes for local residents at his home and observatory. Whether a know-nothing or serious science enthusiast, you’ll come away truly understanding Quantum theory, Z-point energy, the nature of light and color, relativity, the constellations, and much more. Fast-paced, humorous, mind-stretching, and filled with colorful a/v images and the hands-on observatory to see Saturn and galaxies. Over 2,000 area residents have enjoyed this program since 1976, ages 9 – 90. Just $85, complete. Four Friday evenings, 8:30 10 PM, starts May 1st. David Letterman called Bob Berman “fascinating.”

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28 tell you how to get started, what gear you’ll need, where to go paddling, where to meet other paddlers. Info: Mrurmston@gmail.com or www.kayaknut. blogspot.com or 845-457-4552. EastFishkill Library, 2070 Route 52, Hopewell Junction, free. 7PM-10PM Jazz Jam. Every Tuesday, 7-10pm. 452-3232. The Derby, 96 Main St, Poughkeepsie. 7PM-8:30PM Singing Just for Fun! New Paltz Community Singers. Everyone welcome, everyone gets to choose songs. Going 20+ years. Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm. Info: genecotton@ gmail.com. Quaker Meeting House, 8 N. Manheim Blvd, New Paltz. 7PM An Evening with Michael.” Channeled lecture by Shepherd Hoodwin. Info: 845-679-9541 or 949-429-8792. 31 Wittenberg Rd, Bearsville, $30. 7PM Open Mic with Cameron & Ryder. Info: 518-828-4800. Helsinki Hudson, 405 Columbia St, Hudson. 7 PM Open Mic Music. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. 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, 82 Kelly St, Rhinebeck. 7PM-9PM Open Mic. On-going, Tuesdays, 7-9pm. Inquiring Minds Bookstore, 200 Main St, Saugerties, 246-5775. 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. 7PM Starr Book Group. The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd. Info: 845-876-4030. Starr Library, 68 W Market St, Rhinebeck, free. 7:30PM-9:30PM Life Drawing sessions. Tuesday and Thursdays, on going. No registration required. Info: www.unisonarts.org or 845-255-1559. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $15. 8PM Spring Vocal Studio Recital under the direction of Associate Professor, Kent Smith for an evening of works from Italy, Germany, France, England and America. Info: 845-257-2700 or www. newpaltz.edu/music. SUNY New Paltz, Studley Theater, New Paltz, $8, $6, $3. 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.

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Register Now! Summer Theatre Institute. The Institute is for students interested in learning more about theatre performance and production. Info: 845-339-2025 or www.sunyulster.edu/SI. SUNY Ulster, Stone Ridge, $450.

8:30AM Waterman Bird Club Field Trip: Millbrook School. Call: Adrienne @ 845-264-2015. Web: www.watermanbirdclub.org Millbrook School, museum/zoo parking lot, 131 Millbrook School Rd, Millbrook. 8:30 AM -12 PM Annual UlsterCorps Service Summit: Engaging a New Generation of Volunteers. To address the work and value of youth volunteerism in Ulster County. RSVP. Info: 845-481-0331 or u-team@ulstercorps.org SUNY New Paltz, Student Union Building, MultiPurpose Room, New Paltz. 9AM Rip Van Winkle Hike: Giant Ledge. Strenuous hike: 3.8 miles, 4 hours (1000’ ascent) For more information call: 845- 247-3154 or www.newyorkheritage.com. Windham. 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. 11AM Knitting Circle. Wednesdays. Info: 845-6572482. Olive Free Library, Rt 28A, West Shokan, free. 11:30AM-12:30PM A Medicaid Primer for Seniors: Using Its Benefits to Stay Safe in Your Home. Maureen White, Hamaspik Choice, Managed Long Term Care Plan. 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-1:30PM PAW Audition Notice. Woodstock Town Hall, Woodstock. For info: 845-679-7900. 2PM Birds of Prey Demonstration and Lecture. See a variety of owls, falcons and hawks up close and personal and learn about their habits from Brian Bradley. Res rqr’d. Info: 845-905-8630 The Foun-

tains at Millbrook, 79 Flint Rd, Millbrook. 2PM “An Irish Afternoon.” Featuring an original play by area playwright Brian C. Petti, a performance by dancers of the Mike Farrell School of Irish Dance, along with the thrill of pipes performed by The Pipe Band of Greene. Info: 518-622-0123; www.gallagher’s hall.com.Gallagher’s Banquet Hall, 513 Main St, Cairo, $10, free /under 12. 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 5:306:30pm Everyone welcome. 845-679-9534. First Church of Christ, Scientist, 89 Tinker St, Woodstock. 6PM-7:30PM Theological Explorations of Love & Lust: Rabbi Brent Spodek. ‘Love’ and ‘Lust’ in Jewish tradition with selections of readings from the Jewish Testament as well as contemporary writings. Info: 914-788-0100 or www.hvcca.org. Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Art, 1701 Main St, Peekskill, $20, $15 /student w/ID. 6PM-7:30PM Creative Seed Support Group. For artists to voice their works in progress in a supportive environment. For Songwriters, Playwrights & Actors.Held by Patrice Blue Maltas, Actress, Playwright, Musician and founder of Blue Healing Arts Center. Meets Wednesday nights, 6-7:30pm. Info: Patricebluemaltas@gmail.com or www.bluehealing.co. Blue Healing Art Center, 107 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. 6PM-8PM GCC Day 8: Wild Beer Brewing and Fermentation. Sampling beer and pickled relishes. Info: cbcofrosendale@gmail.com, 845-527-5672. Creative Co-op, 402 Main St, Rosendale. 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-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. 6:25 PM-6:50 PM 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 if you attend or not. RSVP. Flowing Spirit Healing, 33 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, free / donations welcome. 6:55PM-8PM Silent Spiritual Practice. Info:

April 23, 2015 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-11PM Rosendale Chess Club. Free admissionno dues. On-going every Wed, 7-11pm. Rosendale Café, Rosendale. 7PM “Danny Shanahan: Cartoonist Extraordinaire.” Danny Shanahan has been a professional cartoonist for thirty years, twenty-five of them as a staff cartoonist for The New Yorker magazine. Info: 845-658-9013. Rosendale Public Library, 264 Main St, Rosendale, free. 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 and principles of the Karma Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. 8 wk curriculum. Karma Triyana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock, free. 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-9PM Lee Reich-Growing Figs in Cold Climates. Donation at the door. No registration required. Info: 845-255-1559 or www.unisonarts. org. Unison Arts Center, New Paltz. 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. 7:30PM Civil War Re-enactor Leo Synakowski will present a program on the journey of the Lincoln Funeral Train from Washington D.C. to Springfield, Illinois. Info: www.gchistory.org. Bronck Museum, Vedder Research Library, Coxsackie. 8PM Jimmy Eppard. 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.

legals LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Local Law, published herewith has been adopted by the County Legislature of the County of Ulster, New York on February 17, 2015, approved by the County Executive on March 13, 2015, and filed with the State of New York on March 24, 2015, and the validity of the obligations authorized by such Local Law may be herinafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which said County is not authorized to expend money, or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of publication of this notice, or such obligations were authorized in violations of the provisions of the Constitutions. DATED: April 23, 2015 Victoria A. Fabella, Clerk Kingston, New York Ulster County Legislature Local Law Number 2 of 2015 County of Ulster A Local Law Establishing A Construction Apprenticeship For Agreements For Certain Bridge Contracts In Excess Of $500,000 BE IT ENACTED, by the County Legislature of the County of Ulster, New York, as follows: SECTION 1. INTENT. The County of Ulster hereby establishes a policy to promote apprenticeship training as authorized by § 816-b of the New York Labor Law. SECTION 2. DEFINITIONS. As used in this Local Law, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated: CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT: Any contract to which the County of Ulster shall be a signatory which involves the construction, reconstruction, improvement, rehabilitation, installation, alteration, renovation, demolition of, or otherwise providing for any bridge, culvert or any appurtenance thereto of any kind with a value in excess of $500,000. CONTRACTOR or SUBCONTRACTOR: A contractor or subcontractor which directly employs labor under a construction contract for which an apprenticeship program has been approved by the New York State Commissioner of Labor in accordance with Article 23 of the New York Labor Law. SECTION 3. REQUIREMENTS AND EXCEPTIONS. A. The County of Ulster hereby requires any contractor, prior to entering into a construction contract with the County of Ulster, or any subcontractor entering into a contract with a contractor who has a construction contract with the County of Ulster, to have apprenticeship agreements appropriate for the type and scope of work to be performed, which have been registered with, and approved by, the New York State Commissioner of Labor in accordance with Article 23 of the New York State Labor Law, anything in § 103 of the New York General Municipal Law to the

contrary notwithstanding. B. If a specific trade required for performance of a contract or project does not have a New York State Department of Laborapproved apprenticeship training program at the time of the award of a construction contract, such contract is not subject to the provisions of this Local Law. C. If a single bid is received for a construction contract subject to this Local Law from a contractor that does not maintain an approved apprenticeship training program, the Director of Purchasing may elect, in his/ her sole discretion, to award said contract to the single bidder rather than rebidding the construction contract. D. Notwithstanding anything in this Local Law to the contrary, at its discretion the Director of Purchasing reserves the right to accept any bid, in whole or in part, or reject all bids and readvertise in the manner outlined by §§ 101 and 103 of the General Municipal Law. SECTION 4. ENFORCEMENT. The Director of Purchasing is hereby authorized, empowered and directed to promulgate such rules and regulations that are lawful, necessary and appropriate for the implementation and enforcement of any provisions of this Local Law. SECTION 5. APPLICABILITY. This Local Law shall apply to construction contracts advertised for bids on or after the effective date. SECTION 6. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Local Law shall take effect upon filing with the Office of the Secretary of State of the State of New York. Adopted by the County Legislature: February 17, 2015 Adopted by the County Executive: March 13, 2015 Filed with New York State Department of State: March 24, 2015 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Local Law, published herewith has been adopted by the County Legislature of the County of Ulster, New York on February 17, 2015, approved by the County Executive on March 13, 2015, and filed with the State of New York on March 24, 2015, and the validity of the obligations authorized by such Local Law may be herinafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which said County is not authorized to expend money, or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of publication of this notice, or such obligations were authorized in violations of the provisions of the Constitutions. DATED: April 23, 2015 Victoria A. Fabella, Clerk Kingston, New York Ulster County Legislature Local Law Number 3 of 2015

County of Ulster A Local Law Amending Local Law No. 9 Of 2008 (A Local Law Prohibiting Smoking Upon All Real Property Owned Or Leased By The County Of Ulster) BE IT ENACTED, by the County Legislature of the County of Ulster, New York, as follows: SECTION 1. LEGISLATIVE INTENT AND PURPOSE. The Legislature of the County of Ulster previously prohibited smoking upon all real property owned or leased by the County in order to protect public health. Electronic smoking devices have become increasingly popular despite the fact that they have not been approved as to safety and efficacy by the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and their use may pose a health risk to persons exposed to their smoke/vapor because of the presence of known irritants contained therein, and other substances that are potentially harmful and toxic to those inhaling the smoke/vapor. Therefore, it is the intent of this Local Law to amend Local Law No. 9 of 2008 by including the use of electronic smoking devices on property owned or leased by the County of Ulster as a prohibited activity. SECTION 2. DEFINITIONS. Section 3 of Local Law No. 9 of 2008 is hereby amended as follows: “Smoking” shall mean inhaling of, exhaling of, burning of, or carrying of any lighted cigar cigarette, pipe, weed, or other plant in any manner or any form, and shall also include the inhaling or exhaling of smoke/ vapor from an electronic smoking device. “Electronic Smoking Devices” shall mean an electronic device that can be used to deliver nicotine or other substances to the person inhaling from the device, including but not limited to an electronic cigarette, cigar, cigarillo or pipe. SECTION 3. EFFECTIVE DATE. This local Law shall take effect upon filing in the Office of the Secretary of State. Adopted by the County Legislature: February 17, 2015 Adopted by the County Executive: March 16, 2015 Filed with New York State Department of State: March 24, 2015 LEGAL NOTICE ROAD CLOSING ULSTER COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS County Road #153, Mountain Road in the Town of Ulster, approximately 0.1 miles southwest of the intersection State Route 213/ Abeel Street, will be closed to all thru traffic effective Monday April 27, 2015 to facilitate repair of the road embankment. Traffic may use State Route 213/Abeel Street south for 0.2 miles to right on Canal Street west for 0.4 miles to right on Dewitt Lake Road west for 0.3 miles. By Order of Susan K. Plonski, Commissioner of Public Works

LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 5307, 5311, 5339,and MPO Competitive Funds ASSISTANCE PROJECT FOR the 2015 FISCAL YEAR Public notice is hereby made that UlsterCounty is applying for federal and state financial assistance to administer and maintain a public transit program including late evening and early commuter service for rural and urban areas in UlsterCounty and connecting service to Orange and DutchessCounties. The transportation service will be available to the general public during all hours of operation. The project is expected to be financed by Federal Section 5311 public transportation funds and Federal Section 5307, 5339, MPO Competitive funds with additional funds to be provided from New York State Department of Transportation and Ulster County. The total federal share is expected to be $2,114,400. Comments on the proposed project are invited from the general public, private bus and taxi companies, other public transportation providers and human service agencies. Interested parties may comment on the project or obtain more details about the project by writing to: Robert DiBella, Director of Public Transportation, 1 Danny Circle, Kingston, NY12401 (845)340-3335. The project is available for review at the UlsterCountyTransitCenter, 1 Danny Circle, Kingston, NY12401 (845)340-3333. The projects are as follows: Preventive maintenance for vehicles and facilities Project Administration 4 – Low floor low emission clean burn Diesel Buses Operating Expenses – Fuel, wages and other expenses 1/1/2015 thru 12/31/15 Human service agencies that receive assistance from other Federal agencies for non-emergency transportation services are encouraged to participate and coordinate with the provider in the planning, design and delivery of transportation services. Agencies may obtain copies of the service proposal and submit proposals for service coordination. Private bus and taxi operators may request copies of the project service description from the above named person and may submit comments on the service as described. If you wish to comment on any aspect of the proposed project, submit a proposal or a request for service coordination or request a public hearing on the project, you must make your interest known in writing within ten days of the date of this publication and provide your comments within ten days of your receipt of the project service description. Your requests and/or comments must be forwarded to the above person. If there are no changes to this program of projects, this notice will be the final program of projects. If there are any changes to the program, it will be published again.

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Call 201-820-2173 for information. Need photography? Visit www.bergenportrait. com Busy landscaping company in New Paltz currently hiring for gardening, stone work and labor positions. If you are reliable, motivated and experienced send resume to keir@bloomfinegardening.com CASHIER, PART-TIME. Must work weekends. Apply in person, H. Houst & Sons, 4 Mill Hill Road, Woodstock. ASSISTANT COOK/PREP COOK. Must have experience w/knife skills. Open kitchen concept. Must have professional attitude & reliable. Good pay. (845)656-8388. WOODSTOCK FERAL CAT PROJECT NEEDS TRAPPERS.We are a local not for profit organization committed to reducing future feral cat populations through spay/ neuter. If you’re interested in contributing to our mission by humanely trapping feral cats to have them spayed/neutered, “TNR�, please call (973)713-8229. WAREHOUSE/LOGISTICS HELPER NEEDED for busy caterer. Most weekends, early mornings, some late nights. Must be able to lift and carry 50-75 lbs, keep equipment organized, clean. Fast-paced & sometimes chaotic environment. Clean, neat appearance required to deliver equipment or food to customers, car & driver’s license required. Knowledge of restaurant equipment & catering needed. Contact Jessica at Main Course, New Paltz, 845-255-2600. DELIVERY PERSON NEEDED PARTTIME. Must have own transportation, driver’s license. Saugerties area. Call 917663-6609. COOK. Experienced with crepes and menu design. New Paltz Area. 845-664-0493 WOODSTOCK SUMMER RECREATION PROGRAM accepting Applications for Athletics, WSI, Lifeguards, Counselors, Arts/ Crafts personnel & CIT’s. For info. call Lynn 845-679-2113 ext. 14. Camp dates: 6/298/13/2015. HOME ATTENDANT NEEDED FT/PT. Weekdays. $11.30/hour. Disabled 48-yr. old female looking for female home attendant to help w/basic needs. Reliable, caring + live within 40 minutes of Phoenicia. Must have car. 845-6883052. No calls before 9 a.m. or after 8 p.m.

New Paltz preschool seeks NYS CERTIFIED TEACHER for full-time position. Must have early childhood experience. Also available, PART-TIME ASSISTANT TEACHER position. Contact Kim at Bright Beginnings, 845-256-9657 or email: BrightBpreschool@aol.com EXPANDING HOUSE CLEANING COMPANY seeks conscientious, reliable, hardworking, fun individuals. Serious inquiries only. Please call 845-853-4476. Send resume to info@welcomehomecleaners.com LANDSCAPE LABORER for lawn maintenance company. Experience necessary with landscaping equipment. Must be drug-free & have valid driver’s license. Call (845)246-0225. LOVE GARDENING? Fine garden company seeks either subcontractor with tools or strong laborer. Must have cell and wheels, part-time. (845)399-5359, landofxee@gmail.com SEEKING BABYSITTER to come to our house in Woodstock and watch our 2-year-old daughter on occasion/Saturday nights. Experience and serious references required. Call or text 646-3749090. OFFICE MANAGER WANTED: 8 a.m.approx. 12 p.m., (or as needed), weekdays. Looking for my right hand. Small homebased office. Responsibilities include Excel, organization, answering phones. Trustworthy, positive, focused. Capable of prioritizing, multi-tasking, reliable transportation, strong work ethic. Longterm commitment important. Contact hire12498@gmail.com, please include your resume. UPSCALE SALON, KINGSTON. 2 stations available, hair stylists with followings. Hiring or chair rental option. Call 1-914-388-0243 PART-TIME (17.5 hours a week) CLERK POSITION available at Woodstock Library. Must be available for late afternoon, early evening and Saturdays. $12/hr. Position available immediately. Must be comfortable working with people and computers in a busy environment. Email cover letter and resume to amy@woodstock.org by May 4th.

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Now is your chance to own a bit of history. Said to be the oldest home on Cooper Lake Road (built in 1825) this home has been in the same family for almost two centuries. As you step into the house, you will be taken back to a simpler time and the sanctity of yesteryear. Built ins, wood floors, paned windows, dutch front door, deep soaking tub and the older porcelain sinks in bathrooms. Too much to list, call today! $450,000

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INTRIGUING CONTEMPORARY ON BIG ACREAGE Bright, interesting, architecturally intriguing, private, contemporary three-level home with a decidedly modern sensibility comes with 60+ acres bordered by state land and an inground pool for fair weather relaxation that can’t be beat. Not many houses in Ulster County can match its unique layout or Bauhaus -like design. The 720-square foot third floor could be a sensational master suite or else used as an artist’s studio or musician’s haven, which it is now. Current

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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. FOSTER HOMES NEEDED FOR KITTENS AND PREGNANT CATS. The WOODSTOCK FERAL CAT PROJECT is a local not-for-profit organization committed to reducing future feral cat populations through spay/neuter. We often find orphaned kittens who need a loving home until they’re old enough to be adopted. Some orphaned kittens are so young that they require bottle feeding. We affectionately call them “bottle babies”. We recently placed 3 pregnant cats in 3 wonderful homes. The cats gave birth and when the kittens are weaned, we’ll look to find loving homes for the kittens and their mothers. If you’re interested in fostering or would like to learn more about fostering, please call (917)2822018 or e-mail DRJLPK@AOL.COM

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New Paltz Community-- this App’s for You! Hugies & Hipsters * Pub Owners & Pub Crawlers * Dentists & Patients * Shoppers & Shops * Chefs & Diners * Baristas & Coffee Lovers... Get Connected! Find us at: https://newpaltz.mycityapp.mobile Local

DEAR BUSINESSMAN/WOMAN- We at Hardscrabble Flea Market & Swap Meet would like to congratulate you on being picked from over 100 businesses in your field. We believe we can help each otherWe have a swap meet every Sunday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at Holy Cow Shopping Center, in addition to a flea market/garage sale. We find that when business people set up a table w/ business cards & flyers or “show how to do” projects it will definitely increase your business (and mine). It’s a great way to introduce your business to new/old customers. And, if you have leftover merchandise you’d like to sell- this would be a perfect way to unload it. Please give John a call for more details- (845)758-1170. Spots are $12-$35. GOT STUFF TO SELL? Looking for partnership in joint venture- flea markets, EBay, Craig’s List, etc. Call (845)943-5904, leave message. Hudson Valley Gamelans Giri Mekar and Chandra Kanchana invite you to attend our annual spring concert on Friday, April 24th at 8 pm, Bard College, Bertelsmann Campus Center. Presenting The Music and Dance of Bali, the evening features both the student gamelan orchestra, Gamelan Chandra Kanchana, and the community ensemble, Gamelan Giri Mekar. Special Balinese guest artists, scholars and dancers will be Dr. I Made and Dr. Suasthi Widjaja Bandem. Led by Artistic Director I Nyoman Suadion, the evening includes new and traditional works for

This 3 BR Uptown Kingston home has been lovingly cared for as well as remodeled and updated over the years. Bursting with curb appeal on a nice tree lined street you enter into an enclosed 3 season porch. Nice sized living room, formal dining room & remodeled kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless appliances & recessed lighting. Off of the kitchen you have a back entry mud porch to a nice sized trek deck overlooking a large open landscaped yard that is mostly fenced. Stop by the Open House & take a look! Call for directions & details. $239,900

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BEAUTIFUL UPTOWN KINGSTON HOME

Here is your chance to own a profitable 2 family home in an extremely desirable location! This 2 story colonial is located in the quaint hamlet of Tuthilltown. Just minutes to Main St Gardiner and New Paltz and a short ride to all the hiking, biking and climbing the area has to offer. Each light-filled 2 bdrm unit features recently updated kitchens and baths, hardware floors and old world charm. Want to relocate to the area? Live in one unit, rent out the other. Don’t miss out on this one, it’s sure to win hearts! Offered at ...........$275,000

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This home is situated on 1.8 acres in highly sought after Roosevelt Park. Designed & supervised by Woodstock architect Anita Curan paying particular attention to functionality, flow & detail, this 3500 sq. ft. 4 BR home features a huge sun filled living room, a formal dining room w/ a picture window, beautiful kitchen w/ custom made cherry cabinets & a 2-tiered veranda that provides access to the backyard in addition to views of a pond & vast valleys. Visit the Open House this Sunday between 1-4, call for dierections & details! $429,900

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owners have added a number of improvements, including new roof, heating and cooling system, two renovated bathrooms and a new kitchen, in addition to pool improvement work. The land, which has a small pond and waterfall, features plenty of trails to explore and enjoy. Situated in Marlboro’s fruit -orchard and wine country and convenient to Metro North in Poughkeepsie. For lovers of both high style and seclusion. Poised to sell, it has value well beyond its listing price ........................... $598,000

BEAUTIFUL ROOSEVELT PARK BRICK RANCH

Full Service Restaurant/Bar. 140 seats, outside bar. Open and operating. Retreat/ Camp/School/Religious Services 9000 sq.ft. finished building with 10 Motel rooms. Large back lawn on a stream. 5 separate decks. For Summer Lease. Tannersville, NY. www.Catskillssummerretreat.com Call Tom 631-901-8535.

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Hudson Valley Gamelans Giri Mekar and Chandra Kanchana invite you to attend our annual spring concert on Friday, April 24th at 8 pm, Bard College, Bertelsmann Campus Center. Presenting The Music and Dance of Bali, the evening features both the student gamelan orchestra, Gamelan Chandra Kanchana, and the community ensemble, Gamelan Giri Mekar. Special Balinese guest artists, scholars and dancers will be Dr. I Made and Dr. Suasthi Widjaja Bandem. Led by Artistic Director I Nyoman Suadion, the evening includes new and traditional works for gamelan and a Kecak demonstration or Balinese monkey chant. Suggested donation $10; free for Bard students, staff, faculty and children under the age 16. On facebook: Hudson Valley Gamelans. 845-688-7090 RABIES CLINIC at The Barnyard, 446 Rt. 28, Kingston. Veterinarian Dr. Barbara

MacMullen of Pet’s Reward will have a RABIES CLINIC on Saturday, 4/25/15, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $10/pet- Cash Only. Please bring past rabies history (if any). Call (845)339-CATS. for more info.

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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. Please e-mail: tobi@ulsterpublishing.com No brokers please. ULSTER COUNTY MORTGAGE RATES Mid-Hudson Valley FCU 800-451-8373 30 Yr Fixed 15 Yr Fixed 10 Yr Adj

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BEAUTIFUL LAKE GEORGE SUMMER HOME, located on the north end of the Lake, 66 plus feet of Lake Front comes with this home. Watch the sun set from your expansive deck which encompasses 2/3 of this home. Three bedrooms, living room, dining area, kitchen and full bath. 3 sliding glass doors looking directly to the lake. Basement for storage, all on 6/10 of an acre. As a bonus there is a commercial dock for your boat and others. Please call for more information and price 845-691-2770. NEW 2015 NORTHWOOD DOUBLEWIDE 28x44 MOBILE HOME FOR SALE on lot located in Hudson Home Park. Beautiful kitchen, new appliances, 2-bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, office/den, new washer/dryer, many upgrades included. Home located on quiet country road. Each home having a paved driveway to their home & spacious lawn. View of Shawangunk Mountain range. 15 minute drive Gardiner/New Paltz, 30 minute drive Poughkeepsie/Newburgh/ Kingston. Great for weekend/retirement home. Call 845-255-2525. Seasonal river views, building lot, $89,000 or brick ranch $239,000/ 2-bed,

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The University of Surry in England has found that birdsong isn’t just pleasant to our ear, it can affect our psyches. The natural sound alters moods by mediating our circadian rhythms. It is so soothing they are now recommending that it be the subliminal music background in hospitals it even makes grating sounds like traffic more tolerable and improves ones focus and attention. BP, the oil giant, has discovered that birdsong piped into the bathrooms of their gas stations made their normally unhappy customers more satisfied by an amazing 50%! Does this give anyone an idea about what to have playing in the background when their house is being shown – or is this too much like giving them the “bird?”

FINALLY, IT’S HEATING UP!! The temperature and the Real Estate market are getting warmer each day. With a Westwood professional on your team, you’re guaranteed the benefit of 30+ years of proven buying and selling strategies, savvy technology and an unparalleled commitment to service and integrity. With interest rates at historic lows, NOW is the time to realize your goals. We have access to the resources you need to get there. Trust your success to ours. It works!

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PERFECT RETREAT - Custom crafted Woodstock modern nestled on 4 prime private acres with heated IG saline POOL for summer fun! Spacious 2800+ SF features 30’ vaulted LR with fireplace & rustic brick floor, glass walled family/media room, main level MBR suite, 2 add’l BRs up with sunwashed sitting area, 2.5 baths, den/ home office, hardwood & ceramic floors, deck & 2 car attached garage. VACATION AT HOME! ........................................$589,000

RUSTIC CHARM - Rustic charm abounds in this classic log home well sited on a naturally landscaped 6+ acres. Handmade moldings and handrails enhance the beautiful woodwork and beamed ceilings. Features include 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 28’ living room, 28’ dining room, EI country kitchen w/ island, massive stone fireplace, full finished basement PLUS substantial heated garage/workshop bldg. Perfect studio space. ..............................$435,000

ELKATON ABBY Escape to the Catskill Mountains and enjoy its elegant life style at this magnificent home with 7 plus bedrooms, 2 turrets, 4.5 baths 11 foot ceilings and hardwood floors. Watch the sunset from either the covered porch or from the bay window seats in dining area. Ski Hunter Mountain, minutes to Tannersville. Be part of the private Elka Park Club; restaurant, pool, tennis, ball field, a motel for your guests. Although with 7+ bedrooms and a sink in each, I doubt you’ll need a motel! If you love older style homes this is it. What a B&B this can be… is that redundant? Call Iris Kaplan ....................................................................... $499,000

GUNKS …is nestled on 19.30 acres at the base of the Shawangunk Mountains. It has breathtaking views of the Millbrook and Shawangunk Ridge, the magnificent Catskills and the valley below. There is a lovely 3,466 square foot split level 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 half baths ranch, living room with stone fireplace, dining room with French doors and large atrium window, family room with wet bar and stone fireplace, woodstove, office, eat in kitchen with breakfast bar and sliders leading to deck, pool, pond with dock, gazebo, outdoor stone fireplace and much more!.....................................................................$3,000,000

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LOCATION,LOCATION - Privately sited on 3.7 PRIME Stone Ridge acres minutes to village offers a mélange of mid-century & rustic aesthetics. Desirable open floor plan, perfect for entertaining, features two brick fireplaces, vaulted wood ceilings, main level BR + 2 more upstairs, 2 full baths, den/office, 24’ family/media room, walk-out basement with workshop & multiple decks providing access to nature’s bounty. .................................... $389,000

WEST HURLEY COLONIAL - Perfect location just minutes to Woodstock & shopping! Classic & spacious 2900 SF oneowner Colonial features HW floors in 24’ LR and formal DR, inviting 23’ family/ media room with brick fireplace, ensuite MBR plus 3 add’l BRs, 2.5 baths, EI kitchen opens to breezy screened porch, den or home office, rec room in finished lower level & decked AG pool for summer fun! TAKE A LOOK! .......................... $289,900

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40 ACRES AND A VIEW What a view you will have when you visit this striking 3 bedroom, 3 full bath log home set in a beautiful mountain area of the Catskills with spectacular views on 40 amazing acres. It’s just minutes to Hunter, Belleayre, and Windham Mountains for skiing and all outdoor activities. The sizable living room has a wood burning stove and there are 2 bedrooms downstairs and 1 up with a Jacuzzi tub. The full finished basement has heat and a wine cellar. Don’t wait to see this beautiful home with gorgeous views. Call Norm Jette or Cindy VanSteenburg today!....................................................... $575,000

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MARLBORO; Looking for working/semiretired individual for spacious, sunny GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT. Open floor plan. Separate eat-in kitchen & washer/dryer. Heat & electric included. No pets. No smokers. References. Year lease. $850/month. (845)489-5331, leave message.

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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)255-5319. 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.

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1.59 ACRES in a beautiful Saugerties culde-sac. Minutes from Woodstock. BOH approved. $45,000. Call 516-768-9885

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Land & Real Estate Wanted

VERY HANDSOME FINDER’S FEE PAID (if it goes to closing!) 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 w/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. CAN CLOSE IMMEDIATELY! Contact: sabe1970@yahoo.com.au w/photos/info. or call (518)965-7223.

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CHARMING BUILDING: SHOP, CENTER OF WOODSTOCK, with outdoor display area and private off-street parking. $1350/month. 845-679-5626, Call 7-11 p.m. RETAIL STORE FOR RENT; 71 Main Street, downtown New Paltz. 2200 sq.ft. Absolute best location in town. Rent; $29/ sq.ft., 5-year lease. Owner 917-838-3124. Full Service Restaurant/Bar. 140 seats, outside bar. Open and operating. Retreat/ Camp/School/Religious Services 9000

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sq.ft. finished building with 10 Motel rooms. Large back lawn on a stream. 5 separate decks. For Summer Lease. Tannersville, NY. www.Catskillssummerretreat. com Call Tom 631-901-8535. NEW PALTZ: OFFICE SPACE available now. Close to Main St. $450/month plus heat. First month rent plus 1 month security. Call/leave mess. 845-594-4433.

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Gardiner/ Modena/ Plattekill Rentals

MODENA: 3-BEDROOM, second floor, very large. Close to shopping. $1100/ month includes heat & hot water. Available immediately. MSTA! Call Century 21 Alliance, Sam Slotnick, Licensed RE agent for showing, 845-656-6088. 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT; $750/ month plus utilities. Gardiner, No pets, 1 month rent & 1 month security. Call 845255-8696.

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Highland/ Clintondale Rentals

HIGHLAND EFFICIENCIES at villabaglieri.com Furnished motel rooms w/micro, refrig, HBO & WiFi, all utilities. $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: 1-BEDROOM. End unit. Parking next to unit. Private, quiet neighborhood. On-site parking & laundry. Next to Lloyd Town Hall, near Rt. 9W. Minutes to Poughkeepsie Bridge, Metro North, Rt. 9 & hospitals. $875/month, heat & hot water included. 1 month security. Available immediately. (845)453-0047.

Call 845-255-7205 for more information Spacious Studio Apartment Full Kitchen. Quiet location. Huguenot Street. Walk to Village. $760/month includes heat and hot water. No pets. Available now.

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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. 845-255-7205. 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. LARGE 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT in heart of the village of New Paltz. Full eatin kitchen, full bathroom w/tub, LR, Porch. Heat, hot water, maintenance and garbage disposal included. $1050/month. Also: ROOM FOR RENT: $550/month plus security. Utilities included. BOTH: Walking distance to everything. (845)664-0493. NEW PALTZ VILLAGE: 2-BEDROOM CONDO. 5 minute walk to Bus Station. Great condition. 1.5 baths. Monthly rent $1600 includes heat/water. 12-month lease. Not pet. No Smoking. Please email: condo. new.paltz@gmail.com STUDENT RENTAL: 3-BEDROOM APARTMENT. $1350/month. Modern kitchen & bath. New Paltz Village. Call (845)304-2504. CHARMING, VERY SWEET 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT. Full bath. Separate entrance. Safe & tranquil country setting in Rosendale, 3 miles from New Paltz. $1200/ month includes all utilities, snow & trash removal, off-street parking. 2 person max. Employment verification & references. Non-smoker. Small pet considered. 914309-3513 (text or call). STUDENT RENTAL. SINGLE ROOM. Share modern kitchen & bath. $525/month. New Paltz Village. Call (845)304-2504.

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April 23, 2015 BRIGHT and SUNNY 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT. Located on Church Street in New Paltz. Available 6/1. $1200/month. Call (845)213-8619. 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. LARGE 2-BEDROOM in renovated barn. $1200/month plus utilities. Floating cork floor, full bath, good light, garden area, laundry available. Smoking outdoors, NO DOGS. 5 minutes by car outside village. Please call (845)255-5355. AVAILABLE SUMMER AND/OR SEPTEMBER. VARIOUS APARTMENTS. Located 49 & 21 North Chestnut Street. 1-year lease. Discounts for early deposit. rohr321@ yahoo.com; 845-229-0024. 2 SUNNY APARTMENTS: 1-BR & STUDIO. 12 acres, classic farmhouse, 1 mile New Paltz. Front porch w/rockers, quiet apartment, high ceilings, hardwood floors, picture windows, laundry, garden. Steam heat, hot water, Wi-Fi, roses all included. $850/ month & $1025/month. Call 914-725-1461.

FURNISHED 1-BEDROOM. $875/month includes all utilities. No smoking. References. No pets. (845)679-9717. 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, off-street parking. Call 914-466-0910. LARGE, 1-BEDROOM GARDEN APARTMENT in quiet Woodstock complex. Convenient location on NYC bus route. Very charming. High beamed ceiling, exposed brick fireplace, eat-in windowed kitchen, great storage. $850/month includes trash & maintenance. LL is RE agent 845-802-4777. LARGE 1-BEDROOM, full of light in Woodstock Center. Kitchen, dining area, livingroom, full bath w/clawfoot tub. Private parking lot. 2nd floor. For responsible person w/steady income. No drugs/ smoking/excess alcohol/pets. $950/mon includes all utilities. Available 5/1. Call 914-466-0910

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.

LOVELY, RENOVATED WALK-OUT STUDIO GARDEN APARTMENT. Close to Woodstock village. Attached personal 1-car garage/storage. Landlord provides all utilities, Wi-fi, washer/dryer, trash removal. outdoor patio, back yard, wooded tranquil setting. No pets, no smoking. First, last, security. Furnished/unfurnished. Short/longterm. $1150/month. Halter Associates Realty, ask for Marcia or Rich (845)679-2010.

ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT. Looking for Mature Individual to rent new one bedroom apartment. Includes full size washer and dryer. No Pets and Non-Smoker. $1100/ month. All utilities included. 1st month, last month and security a must. Call Jody; 2554509 to set up an appointment.

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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Rosendale/Tillson/ High Falls/Stone Ridge Rentals

EXTRA LARGE 2-BEDROOM 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. RIFTON: 1-BEDROOM PLUS. 1.5 baths. Lakefront duplex apartment. Beautiful setting. Totally renovated. New appliances. Washer/dryer. New carpeting, deck. No smoking. $850/month plus utilities. 2 months security & credit check required. Call Tom (845)658-8829.

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Kingston/ Hurley/Port Ewen Rentals

STUDIO APARTMENT IN PRIVATE HOME. Minutes from Kingston. Mature, quiet individual desired. $700/month pays everything. Available 5/2. Security, lease & references required. 845-338-0818.

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Esopus/Ulster Park Rentals

SPACIOUS, BRIGHT 4-BEDROOM APARTMENT on 10 wooded acres. $1350/ month includes utilities & basic cable or rent & hot water only; $1100/month. Security deposit required. Available to see 4/17. Call 845-331-2292.

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Saugerties Rentals

NICE 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT in great location. Rent is $790/month plus utilities. First, last, security required. Call Phil 646-644-3648. LARGE STUDIO APARTMENT, second floor. On horse farm. Clean, sunny, creative space. Marble foyer, cathedral ceiling, French windows, ENERGY EFFICIENT. Available now. $850/month plus utilities. (845)532-5080.

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Woodstock/West Hurley Rentals

WOODSTOCK: 1-BEDROOM. Quiet upscale residential neighborhood. Beautiful grounds. Small quiet apartment complex. Excellent condition & well maintained. $845/month includes all utilities. ALSO,

MODERN STUDIO APARTMENT. Country setting, near Wilson State Park. Skylight, hardwood floor, private deck, mountain views, 5 acres, free wireless internet, quiet, seasonal laundry. $650/month plus utilities. Call 914-725-1461. COZY 2-BEDROOM, ground floor, private entrance, picture window, big yard, 5 minute walk to Village Green. $1000/month plus utilities. Call 914-725-1461.

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West of Woodstock Rentals

SHOKAN APARTMENTS: $750/month2-BEDROOM w/ATTACHED GREENHOUSE, 720 sq.ft.; Also, $1200/monthLARGE 2-BEDROOM, 1200 sq.ft. 7 miles west of Woodstock. Peaceful, calm, 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 845-657-2490. Lake Hill: GROUND FLOOR STUDIO w/ bathroom. $550/month. Single person occupancy, includes electric, heat, gas stove, trash. On bus route. Security and references required. No pets/smokers. Call 845-3392127.

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Vacation Rentals

WATER FRONT CONDO. Beautiful 2-bd/2 bath residence available January, February, March 2016. Located at Punta Rassa, Fort Myers FL. overlooking Sanibel Island. Rate $3600/ month + tax. Call 845-616-2745 for details. LOG HOME with all amenities, wonderful escape in woods yet 3 miles Woodstock: 2-bedrooms, 1.5 baths, eat-in kitchen, dinette, living room FP, cable, W/D. $275/ weekend, available longer. 718-479-0393 (no texting)

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Seasonal Rentals

5-BR ARTIST’S HOUSE AVAILABLE 7/18/22- 2 week minimum. 10 minute walk to center of Woodstock. Lg. windows w/beautiful mountain views, blue stone patios & gardens, huge LR w/cath. ceilings and 3 sofas, lg. fireplace, artistic touches, beautiful furniture and lighting. 5BR w/additional office room w/a pull-out couch. 2 baths w/ tubs, hot tub, dining room, laundry, eat-in kitchen w/pantry, original artwork through-

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out the house, WIFI, stereo system, a lg flat screen TV, upright piano, tons of charm and taste. Call (845)532-1249.

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Seasonal Rentals Wanted

Writer/Academic SEEKS SUMMER RENTAL for self and friendly, well-behaved dog, Memorial Day-Labor Day. Privacy, quiet important. Must be furnished and Internet ready. Simple, rustic OK. Local refs. available. E-mail: williver.hendry@gmail. com

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Rentals Wanted

MATURE, SINGLE WOMAN looking for house, cottage, 2-bedroom apartment in New Paltz, Tillson, Rosendale. Call 845255-8457

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For Sale

GOT STUFF TO SELL? Looking for partnership in joint venture- flea markets, EBay, Craig’s List, etc. Call (845)943-5904, leave message. EXERCISE EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: Leg curl & leg extension w/weight stack, Smith Machine, Hip Sled, Universal adductor/ abductor machine. Please call George at (845)255-8352.

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Tree Services

Wanted: Vendors for May 9th Craft Fair at St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church, Woodstock, NY. Homemade / handmade. No resale. For more information, call Beth 845-338-0207.

FLEA HARDSCRABBLE

MARKET & GARAGE SALE 845-758-1170 ‡ Call John

Open Sat, April 25 Fresh Produce and Plants for $20

FIRST 10 VENDORS set up this Saturday, GET Sunday 4/26 for $10

EVERY SUN 8-4 pm March thru December All Vendors Wanted ‡ Spots start at $12 to $35

Special Sunday 10’ x 20’ - $15 +(5Ĺ? +3Ĺ? $+,,%*#Ĺ? !*0!.Ĺ?Ä‘Ĺ? ! Ĺ? ++'ÄŒĹ?

HAVE A DEAD TREE..... CALL ME! Dietz Tree Service Inc. Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding. Seasoned Firewood for Sale. (845)255-7259. Residential, Municipalities.

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Vendors Needed

LAWLESS TREE SERVICE

CERTIFIED ARBORIST • CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES

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Estate/Moving Sale

MAMMOTH MOVING SALE, Gardiner. EVERYTHING MUST GO! Saturday, 4/25, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Furniture, quilting & craft supplies, books, tools, collectibles, sports memorabilia, kitchen items, JVC stereo system, etc. Sand Hill Road, follow signs in village of Gardiner.

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HAVE A DEAD TREE..... CALL ME! Dietz Tree Service Inc. Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding. Seasoned Firewood for Sale. (845)255-7259. Residential, Municipalities.

D&H CANAL MUSEUM’S SUNDAY FLEA MARKET, Rt. 213 in the heart of High Falls. Art, antiques, collectibles, etc. OPENING DAY- April 12-November, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Contact Joni (845)810-0471.

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 & 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)2460214. ULSTER PUBLISHING’S REASON

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Yard & Garage Sales

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8th Annual Huge Neighborhood Yard Sale. “Many families�

6DW ‡ DP SP All streets in Glasco incl. down by river. Rain/shine. MOWER’S SATURDAY/SUNDAY FLEA MARKET; Maple Lane, Woodstock. Every weekend starting May 16. Antiques, collectibles, produce & Reusables. 845-679-6744. For brochure: woodstockfleamarket@hvc. rr.com GOOGLE US! Stop by AID TIBET THRIFT STORE. Spring & summer clothes. Sale on Winter clothes, winter coats. Art, CDs, fiction & non-fiction, tchochtkes, furniture. 7 days, 10 a.m-6 p.m. 875 Route 28, Kingston. 845-383-1774.

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Counseling Services

LAURIE OLIVER.... SPIRITUAL COUNSELING. Give the gift of wellness. Make positive changes in your life through hypno-

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34 sis. 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 life’s path. Call Laurie Oliver at (845)679-2243. Laur50@aol.com

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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. 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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Personal & 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 Neighborhood Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston. (845)336-7112. Open Monday, Wednesday and 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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Cleaning Services

CLEAN UPS, CLEAN OUTS. Indoor/Outdoor. Junk & debris removal. Estates prepared for Moving and Sale. (845)6882253.

EXPERIENCED HANDYMAN WITH A VAN. Carpentry, painting, flatscreen mounting, light hauling/delivery, clean-outs. Second home caretaking. All small/medium jobs considered. Versatile, trustworthy, creative, thrifty. References. Ken Fix It. 845-616-7999. NYS DOT T-12467

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Residential & Commercial Free Estimates Call cell# (845) 416-7952 Serving Southern Ulster County

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Excellent references.

HAB HABERWASH PRESSURE WASHING PR & EXTERIOR PAINTING & STAINING.

Call (845)706-1713 or (845) 679-8932 HOUSE CLEANING.... Do you work long hours? Do you need a little extra time to spend with family? I am here to help you clean, re-organize, and get that precious time back with family and friends. Honest and reliable, one time, weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, special request cleaning. Years of experience, reliable, references available. I provide personal cleaning for all occasions, Call KRISTINA 845-594-8805.

Residential and Commercial Specializing in decks, fences, roofs, driveways, patios.

FREE ESTIMATES, FULLY INSURED Accepting All Major Credit Cards

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Stoneridge Electric

QUALITY • VALUE • RELIABILITY • SINCE 1980 • Int. & Ext. painting

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EXPERIENCED HOUSECLEANER looking for new clients. Specializing in small homes/offices. Brings own non-toxic products. Weekly or twice monthly. Excellent references. (845)853-6898

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• Sheetrock & Plaster Repair

• Roof De-Icing Systems

MAID IN AMERICA. Home/Office cleaning in the greater Kingston area and Northern Dutchess. Regular visits or 1 time cleaning. Windows. Attentive to detail. Many years experience and excellent local references. (845)514-2510.

Multiple References Available Upon Request Licensed & Insured • ritaccopainting.com

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Painting/Odd Jobs

Experienced- TROMPE O’LOEIL and FAUX FINISHING, 20 yrs. in Paris, and 10 yrs. locally. References and insured. Call Casimir: 845-430-3195 or 845-6160872.

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HANDYALL SERVICES: *Carpentry, *Plumbing, *Electrical, *Painting, *Excavating & Grading. 5 ton dump trailer. Trees cut, Yards cleaned & mowed. Snow Removal. Call Dave (845)514-6503- mobile. 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. *PAINTING STANDARD.* Affordable, On-Schedule, Quality. Residential/Commercial. Interior/Exterior. Neat, Polite, Professional. Now taking SPRING/SUMMER reservations. Call (845)527-1252.

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.

YOU CALL I HAUL. Attic, basements, garages cleaned out. Junk, debris, removed. 20% discount for seniors and disabled. Gary (845)247-7365 or www.garyshauling.com are playing at 4 South Chestnut Street New Paltz on Show starts at https:// www.facebook.com/theotherbrothers4

Plumbing, Heating, AC & Electric

Lisa’s Cleaning Service

Art Services

OIL PAINTING RESTORATION. Cleaned, relined, retouched, refinished. Also frames & wood sculptures repaired. Call Carol (845)687-7813.

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“ABOVE AND BEYOND” HOUSEPAINTING by Quadrattura, since 1997. Add value to your home economically. Interior/Exterior/Decorator Finishes, Expert Color Consultation, Plastering, Wallpaper Removal, Light Carpentry. Environmentally conscious work done w/old world craftsmanship and pride. (845)332-7577. Senior Discount. References. Free Estimates. GARY BUCKENDORF CUSTOM PAINTING. Interior/Exterior, color matching, wallpaper, plaster repair. MFA. Affordable Prices. Call Gary Buckendorf (917)5935069 or (845)657-9561.

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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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Septic Systems • Drainage Driveways • Tree Removal Retaining Walls • Ponds

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Bluestone Sales & Installations Patios, Walls, Walks, Outdoor Kitchens All Masonry Repairs Jlent83@yahoo.com 845-399-7994 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

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HANDYMAN, HOME REPAIR, Carpentry, Remodels, Installations, Roofing, Painting, Mechanical repairs, etc. Large and small jobs. Reasonable rates. Free estimates. References available. (845)616-7470. 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 845-401-7787. Visit us on Facebook or www.HudsonValleyMasonWorks.com

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Gardening/ Landscaping

STONEHENGE: STONE WALLS, PATIOS, walks, fences, decks, gates, gazebos, additions, ornamental pools, stone veneer, masonry needs. Tim Dunton (845)339-0545.

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SNOW PLOWING & SANDING Call William, for your free estimate (845) 401-6637

Benjamin Watson, Owner Phone: (845) 389-3028

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HAVE YOUR GARDEN ROTOTILLED the Troy Built Way. Reliable, reasonable rates. Please call Paul 845-834-3692.

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Handyman; Do you want it done or done correctly?18 years experience. Insured, reliable.Fix-it, patching, carpentry, re-design, counters, cabinets, windows, painting, molding. Call or text Christian (917)635-2076.

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Laurie Oliver — Spiritual Counseling GIVE THE GIFT OF WELLNESS Make positive changes in your life through hypnosis. Smoking cessation • pain management stress relief • past life regressions.

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RICK’S NATURAL GARDEN CARE. Let Rick help get your garden ready and keep it the way you want. Pruning, Planting, improvements, short- or long-term organic methods. Master Gardener Trained. (845)616-5410.

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Spirituality

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 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,

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Animals

Alabama; the Ulster County SPCA Animal of the Week. This 2-year old male pit mix is full of energy & enthusiasm for life. He’s great w/other dogs & extremely curious around cats; we recommend an adult household due to his high energy nature. Shenzi; 4-year old Shepherd mix who’s a bit shy but warms up to new people fast. He’s exceedingly sweet & good w/dogs, cats & children. Taxi; 1-year old Bull Terrier mix who’s hyper & happy. He loves to play w/tennis balls, go for runs, give kisses & would benefit from an active owner. He’s great w/kids, good w/dogs, & OK w/cats. If you’re seeking a kitty companion, come and meet Taz; 10-month old orange Domestic Short Hair who’s as sweet & friendly as they come. Brandy; 4-year old female who’s forever trying to escape the cat room in which she lives to find her forever home. Dolly; 4-year old female w/brown & white markings; she’s a staff favorite. Beluga; large adult male, all black w/a white patch on his chest; this guy has no fear of dogs &, in fact, lives in the dog kitchen where he spends his days introducing new dogs to the shelter & gauging their level of cat friendliness. If you’re looking for something smaller, we’ve got Syrian Hamsters, Flemish Giants rabbits and

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Netherland Dwarfs. COME SEE US and all of our other friends at the ULSTER COUNTY SPCA, 20 Wiedy Road, Kingston (off the traffic circle). Open 6 days a week; 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (closed on Mondays.) (845)331-5377. LOST DOG- CHESTER. Beagle mix- brown & white, 7 yrs. old, 33 lbs. Very friendly. No collar on. Last seen Saturday afternoon, 4/4, on Ohayo Mountain Rd. Glenford on. Last seen near the Glenford Post Office on Old Rte 28 in the afternoon of Easter Sunday. Urgent to find him as he has severe epilepsy & needs medicine. Owner heartbroken- REWARD OFFERED. Please call (845)657-8425, (845)679-5115. DIANA’S FANCY FLEA MARKET: Nice Items Needed For Next Sale! Call Diana 6260221. To Benefit Diana’s CAT Shelter in Accord. FOR ADOPTION - JACK and 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’ve learned to trust and to know that people can be kind and loving. Both are neutered, litter pan trained and up to date w/shots. Jack, who’s very friendly, is black w/white markings (tuxedo). Harley is white w/black spots, BIG paws and a purr to match. He likes to be held. Jack and Harley are very bonded to one another. We want them to be adopted together. If you’d like to know more about these handsome boys, please call (917)282-2018 or email: DRJLPK@aol.com

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PROJECT CAT is a non-profit cat RESCUE & SHELTER. Please help get cat off the streets & into homes. Adopt a healthy & friendly cat or kitten companion for a lifetime. High Falls/Accord area. (845)6874983 or visit our cats at www.projectcat. org Want to help but can’t adopt a cat? Don’t forget 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. RABIES CLINIC at The Barnyard, 446 Rt. 28, Kingston. Veterinarian Dr. Barbara MacMullen of Pet’s Reward will have a RABIES CLINIC on Saturday, 4/25/15, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $10/pet- Cash Only. Please bring past rabies history (if any). Call (845)339-CATS. for more info.

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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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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.

2005 TOYOTA PRIUS HYBRID HATCHBACK 4 SALE. Great gas mileage, well-maintained. Only 2 previous owners. Integrated GPS, leather seats, JBL speakers, clean title, no accidents. White exterior, dark grey interior. Call 718-687-3608 for test drive in Saugerties. Asking $6500 or best offer. 1997 GMC SUFARI VAN. Mileage: 140,000. Maintenance records. 6-cylinder. Good gas mileage. $1500 cash or Certified check. Call (845)246-2086.

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