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A miscellany of Hudson Valley art, entertainment and adventure | Ca l en d a r & Cla ssif ied s | Issu e 51 | D ec . 1 8 – 25

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Maria Todaro will be leading her Phoenicia Community Choir in a selection of Christmas music (possibly including the “Hallelujah” Chorus from Messiah) at the Phoenicia Wesleyan Church at 24 Main Street in Phoenicia on December 20, at 7:30 p.m. Todaro has titled the concert “Gaudete” (“Rejoice”) after the ancient carol of that name. She describes the content as a collection of familiar and lesser-known Christmas carols. The concert follows caroling in the town of Phoenicia, part of a communitywide celebration that includes free food and cider around a bonfire. She also says that this event is meant to maintain singing traditions and to be a healing experience for the community. The choir has no website of its own, but you can get information at www.phoeniciavoicefest.org.

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ress up in your best Santa costume and revel with the like-minded in Uptown Kingston during SantaCon, starting at 4 o’clock on Friday, December 19, and lasting into the wee hours of TOM HILTON December 20. If you don’t already have an outfit, Kingston’s Columbia Beauty Supply will be offering a 10 percent discount to SantaCon celebrants. The Uptown Kingston shops, bars and restaurants will be open late and offering specials, so there will be ample opportunity to make merry. Please bring a can or two to the People’s Place holiday food drive. Proceeds from SantaCon will go toward People’s Place and Family of Woodstock. There will be a holiday dance party, featuring DJ Lady Verse and DJ Ali, starting at 10 o’clock at BSP at 323 Wall Street. Tickets are $10 for those dressed in Santa-like attire, and $25 for the normally clothed. For information, email santacon@gmail.com or call BSP at (845) 481-5158.

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A wassail from Wales at Woodstock Library On December 20 at 7 p.m., the ensemble Woodstock Renaissance will appear at the Woodstock Library at 5 Library Lane in Woodstock as part of the “Live at the Library” series. The group will be singing “Renaissance motets and madrigals, a wassail from Wales, works by Zoltán Kodály (18821967) and Maurice Duruflé (19021986), a Christmas song by Woodstock composer Alexander Semmler (19001977) and more.” There is no admission charge, although as always, contributions to the Library are welcome.

Skating Spectacular in Saugerties The Saugerties Skating School will host a Holiday Skating Spectacular on Sunday, December 21 at the Kiwanis Ice Arena at Cantine Field at 6 Small World Avenue in Saugerties. Proceeds will benefit the care of two-year-old Jared Andrews, suffering from liver cancer. The ice show will take place from 4 to 5:15 p.m., followed by a buffet and raffle from 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. Tickets cost $15 for adults, $10 for children ages 3 to 12; kids under age 3 are admitted free. Tickets are avail-

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Bicycle Hanukkah festivities in Beacon On each of the eight nights of Hanukkah in Beacon’s Polhill Park, the different candles of the menorah – or in this case, bike wheels – will be illuminated to honor a different segment of the Beacon community. This unique Bicycle Hanukkah, conceived and fabricated by sculptor Ed Benavente, will be located at Polhill Park/Beacon Visitors’ Center alongside the Beacon Arts/City of Beacon Bicycle Christmas Tree and will be lit at approximately 5:30 p.m. from Tuesday, December 16 through Wednesday December 23. The holiday of Hanukkah celebrates the stubborn persistence of light in the face of darkness. The story of Beacon is the story of a town coming through hard times with hope and dedication. In order to celebrate those who light up our community, the Beacon Hebrew Alliance (BHA) and Beacon Arts are teaming up to celebrate “Illumin8tion” at the one-ofa-kind Beacon Bicycle Menorah. The nightly lightings honor the people who “illumin8” Beacon with a special Sunday-morning party for families. The schedule is: Tuesday, December 16 – Educators Wednesday, December 17 – Keepers of the Earth Thursday, December 18 – Public Servants Friday, December 19 – Musicians and Artists Saturday, December 20 – Bridge-Builders Sunday, December 21 – All-Ages Hanukkah Party Sunday, December 21 – Transporters Monday, December 22 – Healers Tuesday, December 23 – Clergy Polhill Park and the Beacon Visitors’ Center are located at the corner of Main Street and Route 9D in Beacon. Visit https://beaconhebrewalliance.org for more information on this event, the BHA and its programs.

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Community Christmas Dinner in Rosendale The Rosendale Food Pantry will host a free Community Christmas Dinner on Thursday, December 25 from 1 -

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Hudson Opera House to host Kwanzaa Festival Umoja (Unity), Kujichagulia (SelfDetermination), Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility), Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics), Nia (Purpose), Kuumba (Creativity) and Imani (Faith): Has there been such a time when the seven principles, or Nguzo Saba, of Kwanzaa were more needed? Technically, the African-American holiday runs for seven days starting on December 26, and has shifted to being ever-more-inclusive of all beliefs and celebration techniques since its founding in the latter 1960s. Yet it’s always about unity and community, about hope and responsibility and getting beyond the soul-scraping side of economics and everyday life. And so it makes sense that to celebrate it in a public way, Hudson’s upcoming Kwanzaa event will run on Saturday, December 20 before the rest of the official holiday becomes family-andcommunity-private once again. The free Kwanzaa Festival and Umoja Community Celebration this year will be co-produced by the Hudson Opera House and Operation Unite and include crafts for children, a candle-lighting ceremony, some great West African drumming, hiphop dance performances, those seven strong principles and a light Karamu meal, followed by the giving of Zawadi (gifts for children). – Paul Smart Kwanzaa Festival, Saturday, December 20, 3-5 p.m., free, Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren Street, Hudson; (518) 8221438, www.hudsonoperahouse.org.

and contemporary dance. You’ll never watch The Nutcracker in quite the same way again!

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LIVING NATIVITY AT OLD DUTCH CHURCH IN KINGSTON

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he Old Dutch Church will host its 65th annual Living Nativity on Saturday and Sunday, December 20 and 21 at 6:30, 7 and 7:30 p.m. Hot cocoa and treats will be served. The Old Dutch Church is located in the Historic Stockade District at 272 Wall Street in Kingston. For more information, call (845) 338-6759 or visit www.olddutchchurch.org.

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rt has found a grand new home at Hurley Motorsports on Route 209, where Rebecca Shea’s RCS Fine Art has mounted a new exhibition of works by area artists in what is normally a fine auto showroom, expanding the idea of beauty and graphic aesthetic accentuation by leaps and bounds. The artists showing for this first successful curatorial outing include Charlene Bachmann, Irwin Berman, Charles Butterly, Kelly Merchant and Dion Ogust: all highly professional artists with crisp, clean imagery to match the sleek design of the automobiles being showcased. The resulting exhibit, titled “Rose Is a Rose,� not only ends up highlighting Hurley Motorsports’ Hoffstatter family’s sense of fun and art, but also will see 15 percent of the profits from all sales of artworks get donated to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society of Upstate New York. – Paul Smart “Rose Is a Rose� art show, Tuesday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Hurley Motorsports, 2779 State Route 209, Marbletown; www.rcsfineart.com.

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ment on Wednesday, December 31. This year’s theme is “Old-Fashioned Cirkus.� Early-bird tickets for BSP Kingston cost $20 (before December 6) and $25 afterward. If any remain, they will be sold for $30 at the door. The old back theater will open at 8 p.m., with the 1890 San Severia Spiegeltent as the bar and hors d’oeuvres. Admission is restricted to patrons aged 21+. For more information, visit www.bspkingston.com.

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TONY TRISCHKA A concert to beneďŹ t Unison at the Lutheran Church at 90 Route 32. An acoustic celebration of the season, performed by Tony Trischka and his band.

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t might seem strange for Mountain Jam – the yearly jam and roots/rock bacchanalia on Hunter Mountain – to be making headlines in December, but Mountain Jam’s initial 2015 lineup announcement is a big splash indeed. The festival has been brokering complex bills for a number of years in ways that both appease and challenge its core audience. This year everyone will be pretty excited to learn that the raw blues revivalists the Black Keys will be headlining one Saturday night. Of the other bands announced, one, Gov’t Mule, is the chronic headliner. This is, after all, Warren Hayne’s own festival. The only surprise about the other headliner – upstate New York jam-rock purists moe – is that they’ve never played Mountain Jam before. Mountain Jam will take over the Hills of Hunter June 4 through June 7, 2015. Visit http://mountainjam.com for advance tickets and more information. – John Burdick

Christmas Eve Festival at Old Dutch Church The Christmas Eve Festival of Lessons & Carols will be held on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24 at 7:30 p.m. at the Old Dutch Church at 272 Wall Street in Kingston. For more information, call (845) 338-6759 or email info@olddutchchurch.org.

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IN A MOVE THAT IS HIGHLY UNCOMMON and maybe even discouraged in the modern blues milieu, Katz recreates not only an old blues sound, but also Old World production values on “Blues before Sunshine,” a slow and somber piano blues recorded with a dry and boxy, singer-in-the-sameroom feel that provides both the most authentic and the most stylized moment on this really fine record.

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he title of keyboardist Bruce Katz’s new CD, Homecoming, could refer to the strong showing by ace Hudson Valley roots and blues players such as drummer Randy Ciarlante (the Levon Helm Band, CKS) and the ubiquitous regional blues guitarist/vocalist Chris Vitarello. Or the title might imply that Katz is returning to the fertile ground of the blues again after a hiatus. (This seems least likely, as Katz’s high-profile sideman work with Gregg Allman and Delbert McClinton, among others, has seldom taken him far from that bedrock.) Finally, Homecoming could signify the return of Katz’s attentions to his own band and his own compositions after years of Odyssean tour work as an A-list Hammond specialist and a remarkably fluent and flexible poly-blues pianist, for while most of the tracks on Homecoming could you get you thinking that you were listening to standards (from far-flung eras and locales), these are all original tunes, in the timeless modes and mutations of

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the blues. Katz and Company’s idiomatic command of the blues is so convincing and historically informed, it would almost seem pedantic: songs that shuffle and swing through blues history from New Orleans backline to the Delta, to Chicago,

to the honky-tonk, to the jazz club and even out into the funky jam-blues field where the hippies spin, teaching the finer points and distinctions as they go. But the band is clearly having too much fun to be teaching anything; and while he is in fact a blues pedant, having taught the craft at Berklee and privately, Katz rescues the tunes from blues dogma with his elegant and inspired soloing and his crisp linewriting. And he both is and isn’t a purist. His choices and voicings on piano and organ scream authenticity, but many of the songs commit acts of stylistic fusion that would leave purists feeling pretty violated: the soul-bop of “Time Flies,” the angular hippie funk of “Just an Expression,” the “Whipping Post”-like hard-luck…waltz of the album-closing “It’s a Bad Time.” Katz manages to express both a “Here’s how they did it in the old days” reverence for blues tradition and blues idiosyncrasy, as well as some playfulness and a light irreverence in the ways in which he and the boys dance across time and geography. There seems to be a war over the blues – a war for its privileges, personae and legacies. On the one hand, we have the accredited modern blues player, of which Katz and his cast here are pretty select examples. The blues, the modern blues, loves to decorate its torchbearers as do few other genres, with preservation societies, regional and national Halls of Fame, steering committees, advancement leagues and a massive trophy case; and Katz is a gaudily and deservingly decorated…cat. On the other side, we have the highfashion indie kids who, maybe originally inspired by The White Stripes and the Black Keys, lay claim to the visceral primitivism and eccentricity of the old blues, the Delta blues, the Chess blues and its myth-fired cultural landscape. The modern blues crowd seeks to renew the relevance of the blues; the indie blues crowd seeks the exact opposite of relevance: something as hermetically retro, raw and otherworldly as Gregorian chant. The point is not lost on Katz. In a move

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that is highly uncommon and maybe even discouraged in the modern blues milieu, Katz recreates not only an old blues sound, but also Old World production values on “Blues before Sunshine,” a slow and somber piano blues recorded with a dry and boxy, singer-in-the-same-room feel that provides both the most authentic and the most stylized moment on this really fine record. The Bruce Katz Band celebrates the release of Homecoming with a show

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anjoist Tony Trischka made his name developing his own form of newgrass: progressive bluegrass with an expanded harmonica and stylistic taste for jazzy jamming. But when Trischka lends his talents to a benefit concert for Unison Arts & Learning Center, it will be in his role as a ringleader of holiday cheer. In 1995, Trischka released Glory Shone Around: A Christmas Collection, a set of rootsy and rural holiday songs and instrumentals that could sometimes be slyly progressive in their own way – especially when turning the traditional tools of bluegrass and folksinging toward complex Baroque counterpoint and Renaissance textures. Banjo legend Tony Trischka presents “Glory Shone Around,” a special benefit concert for the Unison this Friday, December 19 at 7:30 p.m. at the Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church at 90 Route 32 South in New Paltz. Trischka will appear with his band of musicians including Molly Tuttle on vocals and guitar, John Mailander on fiddle, Jared Engel on bass, Tim Eriksen on guitars, vocals and shape-note vocals and Zoe Darrow on fiddle, vocals and shape-note vocals. The doors will open at 7 p.m. There is a suggested donation of $25. For more information, call (845) 255-1559 or visit http://unisonarts.org. – John Burdick

ew Paltz Rock, a rock musical educational program, presents its end-of-the-year Music Bash on Saturday, December 20 at 2 p.m. at the Rosendale Theatre. In addition to two student ensembles, the tellingly named Instant Karma and Bad Habit, New Paltz Rock presents a couple of notable ringers in Woodstock resident and frontman of the band 3, Joey Eppard, New Paltz’s Seth Davis Band and other tightly guarded special guests. In this area these days, special guests are often liable to be pretty special indeed. Tickets cost $10 for adults and $6 for children under age 12. They can be reserved at www.newpaltzrock.com. The Rosendale Theatre is located at 408 Main Street in Rosendale.

saxophonist Oliver Lake and Grammy Award-winning bassist Oscar Stagnaro. He has performed at international venues including the National Museum of Peru, the Society of Musicians and Composers of Chile Auditorium, Lincoln Center Out of Doors, the Jerusalem Music Festival and Festival du Monde Arabe de Montreal, among others, and has been featured in videos produced by the Latin Percussion Company and Congahead. Morales’ all-star ensemble for the Falcon date includes former Peru Negro singer Mariela Valencia, percussionists Marcos Napa and Hector Ferreyra, bass-

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at the Bearsville Theater on Saturday, December 20 at 9 p.m. The ensemble for this show will include Katz, Randy Ciarlante on drums and vocals, Jimmy Bennett on guitar and vocals and Peter Bennett on bass. Bennett and Bennett are well -known to locals for their work in the Alexis P. Suter Band. Tickets cost $15 in advance and $20 at the door. For tickets or more information, call (845) 679-4406 or visit www.bearsvilletheater.com. – John Burdick Bruce Katz Band, Saturday, December 20, 9 p.m., $20/$15, Bearsville Theater, 291 Tinker Street, Woodstock.

Levanta performs in Stone Ridge on Saturday Levanta is a boundary-stretching quartet featuring some leading lights of the Hudson Valley’s world and avant-garde musical community: Gabriel Dresdale (Simon Felice, Don Ho Big Band) on cello, Raphael Garritano (Passero) on guitars, Evry Mann (OmU, Harmonic Choir, Chakra City) on percussion and Thomas Workman (Big Sky Ensemble, Arm of the Sea) on flutes, tuba, didgeridoo, fujara

and more. Levanta incorporates jazz, Baroque and Brazilian music in its unique, living sound. Levanta performs at Marbletown MultiArts (MaMA) on Saturday, December 20. A potluck dinner begins at 7 p.m. and the show at 8. Admission for the dinner costs $10; the show costs $15. MaMA is located at 3588 Main Street in Stone Ridge. For more information, call (845) 687-8890.

Marlboro’s Falcon hosts Afro-Peruvian Ensemble on Sunday The Afro-Peruvian Ensemble, under the leadership of drummer and composer Hector Morales, performs at the Falcon in Marlboro on Sunday, December 21 at 7 p.m. The Ensemble’s repertoire includes uplifting festejos and zamacuecas as well as Peruvian waltzes and landós, classics of AfroPeruvian folklore and adaptations of jazz and Latin jazz standards. Peruvian drummer/percussionist, composer, recording artist and educator Hector Morales has worked with such masters of the Afro-Peruvian tradition as “Maestro” Carlos Hayre, Julio “Chocolate” Algendones, as well as legendary

player Joshua Davis, Ali Bello on violin and Yuri Juarez on guitar. The show begins at 7 p.m. There is no cover, but generous donation is strongly encouraged. The Falcon is located 1348 Route 9W in Marlboro. For more information, visit www.liveatthefalcon.com.

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“Bard shaped my aesthetics and ethics and opened my imagination to adventure,” says David Parker, a 1981 Bard College alumnus. “In many ways, Nut/Cracked embodies that heady mix of brashness and rigor that so characterized my time there.”

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Emily Tschiffely, Amber Sloan and Jeffrey Kazin of David Parker & the Bang Group

Chestnut, roasted on an open fire Bard’s Fisher Center hosts David Parker’s cheeky Nut/Cracked this weekend

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t’s a hazardous assignment, taking on the deconstruction, parody and transfiguration of a beloved cultural icon – especially one so deeply intertwined with so many people’s happy memories of the year-end holidays. But in this case it really needed to be done. Celebrated choreographer and 1981 Bard College alumnus David Parker returns to his alma mater this weekend with his dance company the Bang Group to present two performances of his Nut/Cracked, which will entirely refresh your perspective on Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s beloved holiday (dare I say it?) chestnut. Perhaps best-known for his 2002 work Slapstuck – a duet for dancers dressed entirely in Velcro – Parker trained as deeply in tap as in ballet, and injects his lifelong

enthusiasm for musical theater and vaudeville techniques into the moderndance medium with grace and humor. His work is renowned for its originality of interpretation, its obliteration of the gender roles so traditional in ballet and its rigorous grounding in rhythm. In fact, many of Parker’s pieces have no musical score at all, other than the percussive sounds made by body parts smacking together or drumming on the floor. He has written in his lively blog that even when a work will eventually be performed to music, his company first drills in silence until all the dancers have the body-rhythm soundtrack perfected. His dancers are called upon to tap-dance en pointe or barefoot, to grip harmonicas in their teeth so that their rhythmic labored breathing provides the

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score, to create a soundscape by treading on bubble wrap. Picture a big musical production number from the Golden Age of Hollywood as choreographed by Merce Cunningham, have at least one or two of the dancers cross-dress, throw in a dash of baggy-pants burlesque humor and you’ll begin to get the idea. All dance forms are honored, but nothing is sacred. A 2013 Guggenheim Fellow, Parker has had a long association with Dance Theater Workshop, though the Bang Group is currently based at the West End Theater in Manhattan. He has won a slew of awards and grants and teaches dance composition at the Juilliard School, Barnard College, the Alvin Ailey School

and Hunter College. “Bard shaped my aesthetics and ethics and opened my imagination to adventure,” says Parker. “In many ways, Nut/Cracked embodies that heady mix of brashness and rigor that so characterized my time there.” In this piece, which the company describes as “an ode to American eclecticism,” we are told that the choreographer “finds beauty in the ridiculous, waltzing us through many incarnations of Tchaikovsky’s score, including versions by Duke Ellington and Glenn Miller, as well as the traditional orchestral suite.” Balancing unabashed theatricality with a bracing dose of irony, this is a Nutcracker that will thoroughly entertain even people

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at (845) 758-7900 or online at http:// fishercenter.bard.edu. – Frances Marion Platt The Bang Group’s Nut/Cracked, Saturday, December 20, 7:30 p.m., Sunday, December 21, 2 p.m., $25-$45, Sosnoff Theater, Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts, Bard College, Annandale; (845) 758-7900, http://fishercenter. bard.edu.

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Hallelujah! Join the Philharmonic and singers in sing-along performance of Handel’s Messiah on Saturday afternoon at UPAC in Kingston

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he Euro knockabout composer George Frideric Handel wrote his famous Messiah in a mere 24 days of feverish composing, setting to music scriptural text compiled by Charles Jennens. Some suggest that the German-born, Italian-trained and London-based composer took to the English oratorio because his form of choice, the Italian opera, had fallen out of fashion, taking Handel’s reputation with it. Written originally with modest instrumentation in mind, the Messiah has grown famous for expansive and bombastic performances, though experts note a recent trend toward scaled-back and period-accurate presentations. The Bardavon’s “Handel’s Messiah” production will not partake of this new trend. Guest conductor Christine Howlett leads the Hudson Valley Philharmonic and a total ensemble of 150 performers, including guest vocalists from Capella Festiva, in a performance of Handel’s Messiah on Saturday, December 20 at 2 p.m. at the Ulster Performing Arts Center (UPAC) in Kingston. Audience members will have the opportunity to sing along with the choral sections, and music will be provided. The Canadian conductor and soprano Howlett is the director of choral activities at Vassar College, where she conducts the Vassar College Women’s Chorus and Vassar College Choir. Her choruses have sung at Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall, and have toured in Italy, Turkey, Germany, Spain and in the US. Howlett is the artistic director of Cappella Festiva, an auditioned choral ensemble with a 35-year history of performing in the Hudson Valley. Howlett will be giving a pre-concert talk at 1 p.m. Tickets for this performance cost $25 to $50, depending on location, and can be bought in advance by calling (845) 339-6088 or at www.bardavon.org. Student Rush tickets will be available one hour prior to the concert for $20, subject to availability. Dutchess residents can take a bus from the Bardavon to UPAC for $20 round-trip. Contact the box office for details. – John Burdick

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Producer and director Deborah Temple and the Red Hook Performing Arts Club present a world premiere of the new musical Degas in New Orleans. Written by New Orleans native Rosary Hartel O’Neill and set to music by local composer David Temple, Degas in New Orleans tells the story of the French painter Edgar Degas’ fivemonth stay with his family in New Orleans after the Civil War. It addresses the postwar South, the political and ethnic strife unique to Louisiana and the dynamics of a family in its social context. Performances take place on December 18 and 19 at 7 p.m. in the Black-Box Theater at Bard College’s Fisher Center, and on December 20 at 7 p.m. and December 21 at 3 p.m. at Red Hook Central High School. Tickets cost $10 general admission, $8 for students and seniors, and are available in advance for the Thursday and Friday night performances at the Fisher Center box office at (845) 758-7900 and sold at the door. Tickets for the Saturday and Sunday performances will be available at the door at Red Hook High School.

Nun and judge face off in Kingston reading of Handy Dandy “We always do a holiday show,” says Nicola Sheara of the TheaterSounds Hudson Valley Playreading Series. “This is going into our 14th year. We’ve done A Child’s Christmas in Wales; we’ve done A Tuna Christmas; we’ve done Truman Capote’s Christmas Story. We’ve done everything out there except the radio version of It’s a Wonderful Life – and I’m glad we’re not doing it, because three other theaters are doing it!” Instead, TheaterSounds will stage William Gibson’s Handy Dandy this Saturday: a gesture of “holiday relief ” in that the play has no flying reindeer, no bags of wrapped

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hristmas Eve and it’s cold outside. The house is cozy with a twinkling tree, lots of presents and excited kids. Dinner plans are set for the following afternoon. Time to stay in and enjoy all that one has? If you live within driving distance of Woodstock, forget about it. Ditto if you thought that you got past the Hanukkah season and no longer need to pay attention to all this Santa stuff. After all, if you’ve ever been, how can you not go again to Woodstock’s big Christmas Eve spectacular, which starts at 5 p.m. and is over by 6:30? And for those who’ve never been – how could you miss one of our region’s great spectacles? It has been running for decades now, and has incorporated all the know-how of a town raised on rock ’n’ roll tours and the pet projects of men and women who have made pigs fly for Pink Floyd or been to the pyramids with the Dead. It has grown ever-bigger, and yet always stayed down-home at heart – just like Woodstock’s great Halloween parade, its summer Volunteer’s Day townwide picnic and other key community events in the place that has long prided itself on having given a big festival both its name and genuine spirit. It starts as people gather around dusk, the masses filling out the entirety of the area around the Village Green – blocked to all traffic – as it grows dark. Carolers stand in period costume out in front of the Reformed Church, some lights are set up on the center of things; but otherwise everyone huddles in small groups and sips coffee or cocoa, breathing out plumes of mist. Impatience fills kids’ jittery bodies – but great excitement, too. People remember

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past appearances by Santa in a floating VW Bug, on a rooftop, out of a cannon, brought in on a dove. The time seems to pass slowly, but also gains in added magic as time passes. Finally there’s a great hubbub off in the distance and the far-off sound of rock ‘n’ roll approaches. It’s a crack band, usually with horn section and backup singers – all in elf costumes. And then he comes, some different way each year. And everyone crowds atop each other for a glimpse, and then the massive pile-on to get free stockings from Mrs. Claus and her helpers. Some people are freezing by now, but never enough to draw tears. And then one’s heading home, and back in front of the fire by 7 at the latest – after which he comes again, of course. But that’s another story… – Paul Smart Woodstock Christmas Eve & Santa’s Arrival, Wednesday, December 24, 5-7 p.m., free, Village Green, Tinker Street/Mill Hill Road, Woodstock.

presents toted around by jolly Santas and nothing remotely related to toy soldiers and Grinches. Written by Gibson in 1983, the play delivers a touching portrayal of the growing friendship between district court judge Henry Pulaski – conservativeminded and duly worldly – and a politically active nun. Sister Molly Egan is a feisty, salty-tongued radical in her 70s who gets arrested for trespassing and is called to appear in court for picketing at a local nuclear arms research laboratory. Going head-to-head, the two knock each other’s ideas askew. Finally sent to jail, the nun goes on a hunger strike and experiences a low point in her faith. Variety declared Gibson’s script to

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be “funny and sad by turns and moves briskly...an entertaining and moving play.” Sheara says that it’s about the coming together of these two souls who are radically different, demonstrating faith and hope and disillusionment: all the things that the holidays are about. Teri Gibson directs local actors Michael Juzwak, Kimberley Kay and Actors Equity Association member Sheara in this production. Stripped down to basics, a staged playreading offers audiences the opportunity to use the imagination while listening to a playwright’s words. No costumes, no scene changes, no props blur the intake. It’s an audio experience that involves human connection by way of the voices of the reader/actors. Often employed to workshop a piece in progress, the spare production of a playreading also gives listeners a taste of the past: days when radio was the primary entertainment medium broadcasting into everyone’s home with humorous and suspenseful drama. TheaterSounds brings professional actors and fine dramatic works to Kingston ten times a year. Rolling into the 2015 season of monthly Saturday performances, the group offers upcoming play selections that include Sharr White’s Annapurna, Next Fall by Geoffrey Nauffts

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How space was named The universe’s amazing nomenclature

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elebrities know that names have power. That’s why Reginald Dwight, Robert Zimmerman and Cherilyn Sarkisian decided to call themselves Elton John, Bob Dylan and Cher. Yet, surprisingly, no poetry or stateliness was employed when it came to naming the universe’s contents. The very brightest stars have proper names that came to us mostly from the Arabic and Greek. Only a few dozen remain in common use today, and some do have punch, like Sirius and Arcturus. Such names also serve to recall ancient mythologies. But stars of lesser brilliance have a different nomenclature, created in the 17th century. This list of a couple of thousand stars contains only Greek-letter designations like Alpha Centauri and Gamma Orionis. The vast majority of stars, the faint ones, are either unnamed or at best possess long strings of license-platelike letters and numbers. The star orbiting the Cygnus black hole is HDE226868, but also called BD+34 3815. Thus, very few of the blazing suns that illuminate their fiefdom of the galaxy have titles worthy of their grandeur. Move to the planets, whose names are all Roman gods. As for planetary features, the major ones are kindergarten-simple, like Neptune’s “Dark Spot.” Who’s responsible for this? The IAU, that’s who. The International Astronomical Union is alone empowered to name the contents of the cosmic supermarket. Labels that existed before this organization did are left as-is. But newly found mountain chains, craters and other features follow the IAU’s strict naming guidelines. Its rules fill pages and pages. Consider a few of Saturn’s moons: The features on Titan are to be named for ancient displaced cultures. Saturn’s moon Iapetus must have the names of people and places from Sayer’s translation of Le Chanson de Roland. Rhea: people and places from creation myths. Enceladus: people and places from Burton’s translation of the Arabian Nights. Mimas: people and places from Malory’s Le Morte D’Arthur legends (Baines translation). And on it goes. No movie stars, no contemporary authors, nothing humorous or whimsical. Moons named before the IAU arrived on the scene should please anyone who finds inconsistency delightful. Mars’s satellites Fear and Death (Phobos and Deimos) take the Most Depressing prize. But Uranus’ satellites are all characters from Shakespeare’s plays, which is why there’s an actual celestial body named Puck. As for our Moon, the blotches are all Maria (MAH-ree-uh), meaning seas, and are named for either emotions (Sea of Tranquility) or weather phenomena (Ocean of Mist). Features on the lunar backside all have Russian names, the result of that country’s Luna 1 arriving there first, on October 4, 1959. As for Full Moons themselves, you’ll sometimes see a TV newscaster announce that a particular upcoming one is called the Wolf Moon

The features on Titan are to be named for ancient displaced cultures.

(a special Sunday matinee at 3 p.m.), The How and the Why by Sarah Treen, Any Given Monday by Bruce Graham, Fifty Words by Michael Weller and Rich Chafe’s The Secret Mask. (Listings are subject to change due to the availability of actors and licenses, and specific dates can be found at the number below.) “We rehearse on Saturday, and do the play on Saturday night,” says Sheara. “Because we use union actors, we’re not allowed to charge admission, so we depend on donations to pay for the plays. Handy Dandy is heartwarming and enticingly funny, and that’s what attracted me to the script. It makes you laugh and cry.” – Ann Hutton

Staged reading of Handy Dandy, Saturday, December 20, 7:30 p.m., no admission fee, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Catskills, 320 Sawkill Road, Kingston; (845) 657-6303.

The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge at Woodstock Town Hall In this age of trials, tribulations and mass protests regarding the many ways in which inequity ravages us all, doesn’t it seem absolutely perfect to put that most venal of unsentimental and greedy misers on trial, old man Scrooge himself ? To really get into the holiday spirit this season, the veteran theatrical troupe Bird-on-a-Cliff – famed for

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or Strawberry Moon or whatever. In reality, in the US and Canada, the 13 yearly Full Moons have informal names given by various Native American tribes, especially the Algonquins. None reflects the Moon’s appearance, motion or behavior during that month. Asteroids are another story. They started out as Greek mythology, then changed over to being a modern popularity contest judged by the folks on IAU’s naming committee. Favorite deceased astronomers and physicists get honored. Shoemaker floats next to Eros. Speaking of which, the latter asteroid is one of only a handful for which the IAU loosened up a bit. Craters on Eros are named for “mythological and legendary names of an erotic nature.” How did that category make it through that stodgy council? Must’ve been a late-night session. Meteor showers are named for constellations, meteorites for whatever place on Earth they smashed into. Comets are the sole objects named for the person who reported it first. This is the only possible way to get your name emblazoned in the heavens and uttered by everyone, if the comet brightens spectacularly. The floating Rorschach tests called nebulae do not receive names at all. But we retain the names of those discovered in bygone centuries. Long ago, someone imagined that a particular gas cloud looked like a dumbbell from the weight room at the local gym (a place not generally frequented by astronomers). The Dumbbell Nebula label stuck, as did the results of 18th-century astronomers saying, “Hey, look at that: an Eskimo! And there’s a Crab!” Much observing was apparently done before the “Just say no!” campaign. Saved for last are the largest and grandest structures in the cosmos: galaxies. Although some 200 billion are known, only a few dozen wound up with any name at all. Uniformity played no role. Some were named for articles of clothing (the Sombrero Galaxy) or injuries (the Black Eye). The huge majority merely boast number designations like NGC4565. In short, there’s a sizable gap between the contents of the cosmos and what they’re named. If you’re not excited by someone mentioning Jupiter’s Red Spot, Saturn’s B Ring or the galaxy NGC201, which dwells nearby in the galactic cluster called the Local Group – well, ignore the label and just focus on the object. Odds are, it’ll be too amazing for words. – Bob Berman Want to know more? To read Bob’s previous “Night Sky” columns, visit our Almanac Weekly website at HudsonValleyAlmanacWeekly.com.

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“SOMETIMES PEOPLE ASK, ‘DO I HAVE TO BRING A PARTNER; IS IT JUST FOR COUPLES?’ A lot of singles come. It’s perfectly great to ask someone to dance with you. While there are terrific dancers who come, there are others who don’t dance very often... Anything is acceptable. Anything goes.”

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Swing in the New Year Ashokan Center to host 33rd year-end dinner, music & dance extravaganza

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son, the annual event draws between 200 and 300 people each year, some of whom stay for the whole shebang and some who opt for the dinner and dance or the dance party only. This will be the 33rd annual ringing-inthe-New-Year event at the Center. “It’s kind of hard to fathom that it’s been that long. It’s a great thing that we’ve been able to do it consistently for that many years. Sometimes people ask, ‘Do I have to bring a partner; is it just for couples?’ A lot of singles come. It’s perfectly great to ask someone to dance with you. While there are terrific dancers who come, there are

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others who don’t dance very often – maybe just once or twice a year – and they’re out on the dancefloor having a good time. Anything is acceptable. Anything goes.” Three days of almost non-stop music and dancing will begin with a four-course New Year’s Eve dinner (reservations must be made before December 22). After the 6 o’clock meal, a singalong will set the musical tone, followed by dancing until the wee hours. Sumptuous snacks will be served from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. to keep dancers fortified. “At midnight, of course, we all stop and sing ‘Auld Lang Syne’ to welcome in the New Year,” says Mason. “It’s a wonderful thing to have an exciting New Year’s Eve, but then get up the next day and the party is still going on! As opposed to: Everything’s closed and it’s cold, and you’re out of milk… so it’s great

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to ease those overworked dance muscles. And if conditions permit, cross-country skiing and ice-skating are also available on the premises (with your own equipment). On Saturday, a 10 a.m. brunch will be followed by a Farewell Dance from 12 noon to 2 p.m. Ungar and Mason are thrilled with the musical lineup this year. The Russet Trio (appearing on New Year’s Eve only) hails from Columbia County, with Aldo Lavaggi, Peter Madsen and Seth Travins playing traditional Celtic and Appalachian music for contra dancing, mixed with a little swing and waltz. The Revelers – Daniel Coolik, Glen Fields, Chas Justus, Eric Frey, Chris Miller and Blake Miller – have traveled several years in a row from Lafayette, Louisiana to Ulster County to be at the Ashokan Center’s New Year’s event. Theirs is what Ungar calls “deep-

rooted Louisiana dance music”: the kind that can only be made by those who live it. Locals with wide-appealing Americanato-Motown flavor, Mike & Ruthy are mainly known as singer/songwriters but will be playing square dance music with Chris Eldridge of the Grammy-nominated Punch Brothers band, as Andreassen does the calling. Jay & Molly and their band Swingology, a seven-piece group with horns and rhythm section, will highlight the Golden Age of swing jazz standards, along with waltzes and contra dance music, a New England tradition. Mason says that there will be lots of room on the dancefloor in two main rooms, one for couples dancing – Cajun, swing, zydeco, country blues and waltz – and one for the square and contra dancing. The reason they started hosting New

Year’s Eve parties was a practical one, says Ungar. “As musicians, we’ve always had a New Year’s Eve gig. Then at one or two in the morning, we’d wind up trying to drive home on icy roads with drunks around you… so we created something where we can just stay and keep the party going!” The Ashokan Center’s overall mission is to teach, inspire and build community through shared experiences in nature, history and the arts. “During the school year we host school groups that come to stay for two to four nights to experience environmental and outdoor education, living history, some music and literature of a wide variety,” says Ungar. “Over the past few years, with the economic downturn, it’s been harder for some schools to make this trip. But we’ve added seven new schools. It’s such a hopeful thing. Sometimes kids are exposed to nature for the first time: kids from the city who see the stars for the first time. It helps build the responsible citizens of the future to have these life-changing experiences. We’re excited about the resurgence in that area.” Ungar and Mason are also happy to expose the Center’s new executive director, Gina Gould, to her first New Year’s Eve at Ashokan. Limited on-site lodging for the New Year’s Eve weekend may be available. For dinner menu and reservations, a full schedule of events and fees and other camp registration information, visit the website below.

– Ann Hutton New Year’s at Ashokan, Wednesday-Saturday, December 31-January 3, Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Road, Olivebridge; (845) 246-2121, www.ashokan.org/ camps/new-years-camp.

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mouth of a black person. I acknowledge that Chris Rock is a talented guy, and applaud his willingness to incorporate transgressive social satire into his comedy routines. But I can’t truthfully call myself a fan, and I hardly fall into the demographic at whom his new movie Top Five is pitched. That makes the film a bit of a challenge for someone like me to review without second-guessing any of my own impressions. But the truth is that, for a purported rip-roaring comedy, I found its dominant tone surprisingly somber and elegiac. It has its funny moments – a few sly and nuanced, more often broad, bawdy and over-the-top. The best of them are scattershot throwaway gags executed by secondary or tertiary characters, not the lead himself. And as a meditation on the up-and-down career of Andre Allen – a comedian whose life in many ways reflects

Rock’s own experiences with the fickleness of fame – Top Five wrings too many nervous laughs out of a man’s angst over past failures, addictions, brushes with the law, artistic compromises and a looming marriage with the wrong person being undertaken for all the wrong reasons to feel really bust-a-gut funny. The screenplay’s narrative is structured literally around a narration, as Andre alternately evades and confides in Chelsea Brown (Rosario Dawson), a skeptical reporter for a prestigious publication who has been assigned to do an in-depth interview with him on the eve of his muchhyped wedding to a talent-free reality TV star, Erica Long (Gabrielle Union). Had it come out the year after Birdman instead of being produced nearly simultaneously, Top Five might be seen as derivative, in that Andre, like Michael Keaton’s character Riggan Thomson, is struggling

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of the movie as we might expect – more edgy and jittery, rather like a sepia-toned, late-period Woody Allen character sans the psychoanalysis and the Jewishness. (It may be no coincidence that the author gave Andre the last name Allen.) Luckily, Rock has surrounded himself with a talented cast to help carry the comedic weight. Notable among them are J. B. Smoove as Silk, Andre’s bodyguard, who has a good running schtik about being erotically distracted by hefty women, and Sherri Shepherd as Vanessa, Andre’s sassy former girlfriend who started regretting dumping him once he got famous. Rock’s celebrity status also enabled him to recruit a bunch of top-shelf comedy names to do cameos, including Whoopi Goldberg, Jerry Seinfeld and Adam Sandler. The cast member who makes the most memorable comedic impression is Cedric the Entertainer as Jazzy Dee, a cheerfully self-promoting huckster who figures prominently in a flashback about an escapade that became the nadir of Andre’s career. That entire sequence reads like a blaxploitation version of one of the orgy scenes from The Wolf of Wall Street, just as crude but much funnier (aside from a phony-cry-rape bit that will not sit well with feminist viewers). Though the Jazzy character could be said to embody a negative stereotype of a black charlatan, Cedric takes it to a transcendent level of outrageousness reminiscent of Putney Swope. Another gag scene wherein Rock tries to get meta with the public controversy over his free employment of the N-word, by showing white office workers diving for cover when his character comes within earshot whilst spewing the term into his cellphone, falls rather flat. And there are some stereotypical white characters in the movie as well. The clueless corporate radio hosts who try to pigeonhole Andre in their interviews probably deserve the scorn, but the depiction of Chelsea’s fiancÊ

Brad (Anders Holm) as a ridiculous, pasty-white closeted gay man is a bit squirm-inducing. It also beggars belief that the shrewd, strong, self-assured Chelsea would be taken in by such a character. While she doesn’t get many of the funny lines, Dawson looks luminously beautiful and sounds convincing as the brilliant, feisty reporter who also, to her own embarrassment, writes celebrity-mag drivel under a pseudonym. The upshot is that if you’re already a fan of Chris Rock’s brand of humor, you will probably really enjoy Top Five; if not, this may not be the vehicle to convert you, however skillfully executed in most respects. For this viewer, its funny moments sank too swiftly into the gloomy mire of the decidedly unfunny ones. Though it’s a comedy with a black cast that doesn’t quite rise to the level of a black comedy in the classic sense, it’s still a film with something incisive to say on such subjects as being true to oneself, on fame, wealth and poverty, art, modern media and race relations, leavened by a sweet bit of romance. Those who have ears to hear, let them hear. – Frances Marion Platt To read Frances Marion Platt’s previous movie reviews & other film-related pieces, visit our Almanac Weekly website at HudsonValleyAlmanacWeekly.com and click on the “film� tab.

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n A Christmas Carol, Ebenezer Scrooge becomes terrified by the scenes that he witnesses from his future and implores, “Are these the shadows of the things that Will be, or are they shadows of the things that May be only?� Every time I see a performance of this work, I feel called to observe any gaps between where I’m heading in my life and where I actually want to go. How about taking a time-out from the holiday busyness to enjoy some of the gifts of A Christmas Carol this Saturday, December 20 at 11 a.m. at the Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, delightfully performed with marionettes, accompanied by holiday music and followed by a visit from Santa? Tickets cost $7 for children, $9 for adults and seniors. The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck is located at 661 Route 308 in Rhinebeck. For tickets or more information, call (845) 876-3080 or visit http:// centerforperformingarts.org. – Erica Chase-Salerno

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Children’s Holiday Tea, candlelight tours at Mount Gulian December weekends are packed with practices, rehearsals, activities, family gatherings, parties and holiday preparations, so wouldn’t it be great if a historic site held a special event on a weekday afternoon or weeknight for a change? Well, Mount Gulian is doing exactly that, and invites you and yours to a weekday candlelight tour of the homestead from 1 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, December 17 through 19. The cost is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors and $4 for children ages 3 to 16 years. If your visit inspires a return to Mount Gulian for the Children’s Holiday Tea on Saturday, December 27 from 12 noon to 2 p.m., be sure to make your reservation early, before it sells out. The cost for the Holiday Tea is $18 for adults and $15 for children. Make it a new family tradition: Bring your favorite children, dress in your holiday finest and enjoy a tea party including finger foods, a brief educational presentation and a craft. And if you are gluten-free, remember to mention it in your reservation, so that you can enjoy your own goodies alongside everyone else! Mount Gulian is located at 145 Sterling Street in Beacon, right through the parking lot of the neighboring apartment building. For more information or to reserve for the tea party, call (845) 8318172 or visit http://mountgulian.org. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19

Dinner with Santa at West Shore Station in Newburgh Two of the perks of an event such as Just Off Broadway’s Dinner with Santa are the opportunity to take as many photos as you like and the chance just to be there instead of navigating the pressures of a shopping environment, where so many Santa events are

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held. On Friday, December 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. or on Saturday, December 20 from 2 to 5 p.m., join Santa at the Theatre at West Shore Station for a dinner buffet, singalong, puppet show and more, including an Ugly Sweater Contest for the adults. The cost is $25 per person for anyone over age 1. You’ll have to hustle for this one, since time is running out for reservations. The Theatre at West Shore Station is located at 27 South Water Street in Newburgh. For reservations or more information, call (845) 565-3791 or visit www.justoffbwy.com. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20

Christmas at Clermont Open House The Christmas at Clermont Open House takes place this Saturday, December 20 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free and open to the public. Bring friends and family! Go for the history: Former resident Robert Livingston helped to draft the Declaration of Independence, he administered the Presidential Oath to George Washington in 1789 and he helped develop the steamboat that changed the way that America traveled and moved goods around. Stay for the beautiful, festive décor, the river views and the excellent, unique selections at the gift shop. Clermont is located at the intersection of Route 9G and Columbia County Route 6. For more information, call (518) 537-6622 or visit www. friendsofclermont.org.

Hanukkah Happening at Kingston’s Temple Emanuel “We light candles in testament that faith makes miracles possible,” said rabbi Nachum Braverman. For family-friendly fun in celebration of the Festival of Lights, head over to the Hanukkah Happening, which takes place on Saturday, December 20 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Temple Emanuel. Activities include music, games, crafts, gifts, a book fair – and latkes, of course! Admission costs $5 for adults, $3 for children over 2 years and $20 maximum for a family. Temple Emanuel is located at 243 Albany Avenue in Kingston. For more information, call (845) 338-4271 or visit www.templeemanuelkingston.org.

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t’s tough to sell birding, since it’s such an inexpensive hobby and anyone can do it pretty much anywhere. There are so many birds; do I have to care about every single one that crosses my path? Plus – as I asked naturalist Mark DeDea, president of the John Burroughs Natural History Society and caretaker at the Forsyth Nature Center in Kingston – aren’t some birds just boring, like seagulls near the local malls? He suggested focusing on what it is that I’m actually seeing, from looking for different varieties of gulls within the same flock to spotting an entirely different bird that could be seeking safety in numbers during a southern migration, like a snow goose mixed in with the Canada geese on the New Paltz flats. As a novice birder, I struggle with bird identification except for geese and seagulls, but I’m beginning to understand the way that birds help to give us a sense of place and time. Audubon’s Chris Canfield says, “Great fiction is often praised for evoking a strong ‘sense of place.’ Birds do the same. In my own backyard, watching the types and rhythms of birds each day and each season heightens my appreciation for the subtler workings of the landscape.” Are you interested in doing some bird connecting of your own? Here are two big events that you could help out with, whether it’s a feeder watch from your home or heading out into the field for an all-day excursion. To participate in the Mohonk Lake/Ashokan Reservoir count circle on Saturday, December 20, contact Steve Chorvas at (845) 246-5900 or schorvas@gmail.com. To join the Ulster/ Dutchess count circle on Saturday, December 27, contact Peter Schoenberger at (914) 466-2707 or pdsis@yahoo.com, or Mark DeDea at (845) 339-1277 or forsythnature@aol.com. – Erica Chase-Salerno

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Living Nativity returns to Kingston’s Old Dutch Church How can you help your family more deeply connect with the meaning behind the Christmas crèche that some of you set up each year, or bring to life the familiar carol “Away in a Manger”? Take the kids to Old Dutch Church for its 65th annual performance of the Christmas story, complete with a Living Nativity consisting of live animals and actors! The Living Nativity takes place on

Saturday and Sunday, December 20 and 21 at 6:30, 7 and 7:30 p.m. This event is free and open to the public for viewing, participating in it or helping out backstage. The Old Dutch Church is located at 272 Wall Street in Kingston. For more information or to volunteer, call (845) 338-6759 or visit http://olddutchchurch. org.

Woodstock Library hosts children’s poetry reading In sharing why poetry matters to him, US poet laureate Charles Wright said, “It changed my life. It gave me some valve for the emotional longings that I had as a young man and helped me bring together various independent thoughts that I had.” Per-

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Christmas with the Ellisons at Knox’s Headquarters For a lovely, peaceful end to the day, how about taking a ride to the Knox’s Headquarters State Historic Site for Christmas with the Ellisons? On Saturday, December 20 from 4 to 7 p.m., tour the 1754 mansion by candlelight, decorated in 18 th-century holiday style and a world of comfort away from the living conditions endured by Revolutionary War soldiers who lived at the nearby cantonment. Knox’s Headquarters is located at 289 Forge Hill Road in Vails Gate. For more information, call (845) 561-5498 or visit http://nysparks.com.

Jazzy Nut/Cracked at Bard Like many of you, I thoroughly enjoyed last week’s wonderful Nutcracker performance by the New Paltz School of Ballet at the Bardavon. And now, if you are looking for an alternative experience of Sugar Plum Fairies and waltzing flowers, just head up the river to Bard College. On Saturday, December 20 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 21 at 2 p.m., the Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts at Bard College presents Nut/Cracked by the Bang Group. Suitable for ages 12 and up, Nut/Cracked includes tap dancing and versions of Tchaikovsky’s score in the style of Duke Ellington and Glenn Miller. Tickets run between $25 and $45. Bard College is located at 60 Manor Avenue in Annandale-on-Hudson. For tickets or more information, call (845) 758-7900 or visit http://fishercenter.bard.edu.

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Caroling at High & Mighty Therapeutic Riding & Driving Center Many of you have done holiday caroling before, but have you ever fala-la-ed to horses? No? Well, here’s your chance! On Sunday, December 21 from 4 to 6 p.m., head over to the High and Mighty Therapeutic Riding and Driving Center for holiday goodies and singing. Remember to bring horse treats to stuff into their stockings, and dress warmly. High and Mighty is located at 71 County

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Children’s Day Celebration at Sky Lake in Rosendale Bring some light to this darkest day of the year with a visit to Sky Lake for its Children’s Day Celebration. On Sunday, December 21 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., join this Winter Solstice event, which includes a visit from the Winter Queen and King with a magical story and sweet gifts. Children of any age are welcome to offer their talents of music, dance, poetry, seasonal art or “even a good joke” during the festivities. Remember to bring a wrapped gift for Family of New Paltz and a child-friendly dish for the potluck. Sky Lake is located at 22 Hillcrest Lane in Rosendale. For more information, call (845) 658-8556 or visit http://skylake. shambhala.org.

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ere are some inside details about a terrific event that I want you to know about this weekend. On Sunday, December 21 from 4 to 6:30 p.m., the Saugerties Skating School presents its Holiday Skating Spectacular Show at the Kiwanis Ice Arena. Not only is this a chance to be mesmerized by artful forms on the ice, but it’s also a fundraiser for two-year-old Jared Andrews of Saugerties, who’s fighting liver cancer, and every dollar counts. Tickets for the entire event, including the show and dinner buffet, cost $15 for adults and $10 for children aged 12 years and younger; children 2 and under get in free. If you preorder your tickets, you can purchase show-only admission for $5 (children 2 and under get in free); dinner-only tickets cost $10 for adults, $5 for children. In addition to dinner and the show, there will be a raffle, prizes and a bake sale. The Kiwanis Ice Arena is located at 6 Small World Avenue in Saugerties. For tickets, more information or to donate raffle prizes or bake-sale goods, call (845) 246-7657, stop by the Kiwanis Ice Arena Skating School on Monday or Wednesday from 5 to 6 p.m. or contact the Noah’s Ark Nursery School at (845) 246-7581 and ask for Ethel. Checks or money orders can be made out to Jared Andrews, listing the names and ages of all attending, and sent to Noah’s Ark Nursery School, c/o Skating Fundraiser, 9 Frontier Road, Saugerties, NY 12477. To learn more about how to support Jared, visit www.gofundme.com/savejaredandrews. – Erica Chase-Salerno

Holiday House Hunt at Poughkeepsie’s Locust Grove How in the world can you combine holiday shopping with a fun and educational outing with the family? It’s easy when you’re at Locust Grove! Sunday, December 21 from 12 noon to 4 p.m. is the last Sunday for the Holiday House Hunt, where children explore the mansion in a search for animals in the extensive art collection, followed by refreshments and caroling in the pavilion. Arrive by 3 p.m. to complete the hunt. Admission costs $8 for children aged 4 years and up, and $10 for adults. Locust Grove is located at 2683 South Road in Poughkeepsie. For more information, call (845) 454-4500 or visit www.lgny.org.

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play. They were the fastest crafts on Earth until the invention of the automobile. This tradition of speeding iceboats dates back to the 1800s, and our own Franklin D. Roosevelt owned a boat named Hawk. From Sunday, December 21 through Saturday, January 3, visitors can see this display for free at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Home, Library & Museum. Hawk is on display in the Visitor Center lobby, and additional historic ice yachts are on display in front of the library. The FDR Home is located at 4097 Albany Post Road in Hyde Park. For more information, visit www.nps.gov/hofr.

Puppets & Parrots concert in Kingston Talk about an intriguing name for a performance: “Puppets and Parrots.” On Sunday, December 21 at 2 p.m., Catskill Mountain Music Together presents this family concert at the Uptown Gallery of the Kingston Arts Festival. Lydia Adams Davis incorporates

puppets into her music, and Gloria Waslyn brings her live parrots. Tickets at the door cost $10 for families and $7 for single adults, or purchase them in advance and save $2 per ticket. The Uptown Gallery is located at 296 Wall Street in Kingston. For tickets or more information, call (845) 657-2600 or visit http://catskillmountainmusictogether. com. To learn more about the performers, visit http://lydiaadamsdavis.com and http://parrotsforpeace.org. MONDAY, DECEMBER 22

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More or just a chance to connect with other children in a safe, welcoming, supportive space, the Highland Winter Day Camp is a terrific resource. Hosted and facilitated by Hudson Valley Behavioral Solutions, camps take place from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Monday, December 22 and 29 and Tuesday, December 23 and 30. Registration costs $50 per day and includes social skills, academics, an art project and instructional lunch. Participants need a snack, lunch and two drinks. The Highland Winter Day Camp is located

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“Though I’ve grown old, the bell still rings for me, as it does for all who truly believe,” shares the narrator of the Polar Express story. Do you and your family still hear the bell? This Monday, Decem-

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7:30AM-9AM Pinebush Chamber’s Breakfast. Please RSVP pinebushchamberofcommerce@ gmail.com. Hosted by The Southern Ulster County Chamber of Commerce. American Legion, Pinebush. 8:30AM-9:30AM Free Daily Silent Sitting Meditation. On-going every Morning, seven days a week, 8:30-9:30am in the Amitabha Shrine Room. For info contact Jan Tarlin, 845-6795906, x 1012. Karma Triyiana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock. 9AM-10AM T’ai Chi with Celeste Graves Hoyal. Part of the Active Seniors Program. Sun T’ai Chi is particularly effective for those with joint pain or reduced mobility. Info: 845-254-5469. Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St, Pine Hill, $2. 9AM-11:15AM New Paltz Playspace. NPZ Town Rec Center, off of Rte 32, New Paltz. 9:30AM-5PM Health Care Enrollment @ The Center with AIDS Council of Northeastern New York Navigators. Every Friday at the Center (through February). By appointment only. Info: 518-828-3624, x 3504. Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center, Wall St, Kingston. 9:30AM-10:30AM Senior Fit After 50 with Diane Collelo. Three-part class offering movement for balance and breath, weight-training for bone health, and mat work for flexibility and core. Open to Woodstock residents 55 and older, $1 donation requested. Town Hall, Woodstock. 10AM-3PM Boscobel’s Holiday House Tours (thru 12/31, Wednesday-Monday, 10am-3pm). Info: Boscobel.org or 845-265-3638. Each guided tour is approximately one hour in length and reservations are not necessary. Step back to a simpler time..the mansion itself issimply decorated with ribbons, greenery, flowers and fruit as it would have been in the early 1800s. Boscobel, Route 9D, Garrison, $17 /adults, free /6 & under. 10AM-2PM Hooks & Needles, Yarns & Threads. Informal weekly social gathering for rug hookers, knitters, crocheters, and all other yarn crafters. A holiday party is planned. Info: 845-757-3771. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, $1. 10:15AM Toddlers with Miss Robbie. Info: 845-876-4030 or www.starrlibrary.org. Starr Library, 68 West Market St, Rhinebeck, free. 11AM Preschoolers with Miss Robbie. Info: 845-876-4030 or www.starrlibrary.org. Starr Library, 68 West Market St, Rhinebeck, free. 12PM-4PM Arlington Farmers’ Indoor Market.

845-437-7035 or alihall@vassar.edu. (Please note that the market will be on hiatus when the College is officially closed. Vassar College, North Atrium, 124 Raymond Ave, Poughkeepsie. 1PM-5PM Mount Gulian Historic Site HolidayTour. Last tour at 4pm. Info: www.mountgulian. org or 845-831-8172. Mount Gulian Historic Site, Beacon. 1PM The West Point Concert Band. A number of holiday favorites will be performed, including White Christmas, Silent Night, and Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. Info: 845-938-2617 or www. westpointband.com. Trinity Church, Broadway at Wall St, New York City, free. 1PM-4PM Senior Duplicate Bridge with John Stokes. Woodstock Bridge Club offers a short lesson and a game of Duplicate Bridge. Most players are elementary and intermediate players. Open to Woodstock residents 55 and older, $1 donation requested. Rescue Squad Bldg, Rt 212, Woodstock. 1PM-2PM Brain Games. Join this spirited group for games that will get your brain moving and shaking! Info: 845-876-4030 or www.starrlibrary. org. Starr Library, 68 W. Market St, Rhinebeck. 1:30 PM -2:30 PM Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Super Special Story Time Sessions: Wildlife in Winter. Discover how wildlife survives winter. This program will take place during the normal story time for 4 and 5 year olds, accompanied by a parent or guardian. Reg. reqr’d.Info: 845-255-1255. Gardiner Library, 133 Farmer’s Turnpike, Gardiner, free. 2PM The Wappingers Falls Brain Games Class. Info: 845-297-3428 or www.grinnell-library.org. Grinnell Library, 2642 E Main St, Wappingers Falls. 3PM-5PM Story Circle. For all who have a tale to tell and are interested in the craft of story telling. Bring a story or come to listen. Info: 845-2545469 or www.pinehillcommunitycenter.org. Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St, Pine Hill, free. 3:30PM Chess Club. Registration required. Every Thursday Info: 845-679-2213 or www.woodstock. org. Woodstock Library, 5 Library Ln, Woodstock, free. 4PM Stories & Fun with Laura Gail! Families with children between 3 and 7 are invited to join for a great afternoon story time with our friend Laura Gail. Info: 845-757-3771. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli. 4:30PM-6PM Crocheting/Knitting for AdultsBring your needles/hooks and yarn. From beginners to experts. Ages 18+. Info: 845-691-2275 or www.highlandlibrary.org. Highland Public

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Info: 845-657-2482. Olive Free Library, 4033 New York 28A, West Shokan.

4:30PM-7PM Homework Help Center @ Grinnell Library. Program for children in grades Kindergarten through 6th. Participants will receive help with homework, assistance reading, studying and researching, as well as Library help. Reg reqr’d. Mondays- Thursdays. Info:845-2973428. Grinnell Library, 2642 East Main St, Wappingers Falls, free.

6:30PM Family Lego Night- Last Thursday of each month for an hour of Lego mania, fun for all ages. Registration suggested, walk-ins welcome. Info: 845-691-2275 or www.highlandlibrary.org. Highland Public Library, 30 Church St, Highland.

5PM Cultural Drumming with Gil. Every Thursday. Info: 1-877-576-9931. Empowering Ellenville, 159 Canal St, Ellenville, free. 5:30PM Illumin8: Beacon Hebrew Alliance + BeaconArts Bicycle Menorah. Info: 845-831-2012 or www.beaconhebrewalliance.org. Polhill Park, Main St & Route 9D, Beacon. 6PM Hudson Valley Playwrights. Workshops for writing plays. Every Thursday. Reg reqr’d. Info: 845-876-5810 or racersplace@hotmail. com. RSVP. Info: 845-217-0734 or www.hudsonvalleyplaywrights.com. Morton Memorial Library, 82 Kelly St, Rhinecliff. 6PM-7PM Free Meditation Practice at Sky Lake Shambhala Retreat Center. Meets every Thursday, 6-7pm. Free and open to the public. Contact info: 845-658-8556 or www.skylake.shambhala. org. Sky Lake, 22 Hillcrest Ln, Rosendale. 6PM-8PM Happy Elves Gift-Making Workshop.

6:30PM-8:30PM Hudson Valley Playwrights Workshop. Open to newcomers and experienced playwrights. Meets on Thursdays. Info: hudsonvalleyplaywrights@gmail.com, or 845-217-0734. Morton Memorial Library, 82 Kelly St, Rhinecliff. 7PM “Degas in New Orleans.” This play by New Orleans native Rosary Hartel O’Neill, set to music by local composer, David Temple, tells the story of the French painter Edgar Degas’ five-month stay with his family in the Crescent City shortly after the Civil War. Info:845-758-7900. Bard College, Fisher Center, Black-Box Theater, Annandaleon-Hudson, $10, $8 /senior/student. 7PM-8:30PM Free Holistic Self-Care Class. “Your Homeopathic Constitutional for the Year” with Nancy Eos. Info: www.rvhhc.org. Family Traditions, 3853 Main St, Stone Ridge. 7PM Page Turners. Monthly meeting of a book group. They will be discussing “The Little Prince” by Antoine de Saint-Exupery. Holiday party and book exchange. Bring a new or gently used book wrapped in a plain wrapper. Info: 845-757-3771. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli.

7PM-9PM Thursday Japanese Free Movie Night: “The Cat Returns.” Info: 845-255-8811 or www.GKnoodles.com. Gomen-Kudasai Noodle Shop, Rite Aid Plaza, New Paltz. 7PM Live @ The Falcon: Mike + Ruthy / Kristin Andreassen Concert + Square Dance! Info: 845-236-7970 or www.liveatthefalcon.com. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro. 7PM-8:30PM Free Holistic Self-Care Class: “Your Homeopathic Constitutional for the Year” with Nancy Eos. Info: www.rvhhc.org. Family Traditions, 3853 Main St, Stone Ridge. 7:30PM Preview Performance: “The Nutcracker” Ballet. Featuring The Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center Orchestra, and Artisan Dance Company Under The Direction of Melissa Padham & Lucinda Henry. Info: 845-454-5800 x1207www.midhudsonciviccenter.org. Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center, 1351 Kings Hwy, Chester, $25.

Beacon. 2PM Preschool Story Fun. This story time will help foster language and literacy, mathematical and scientific thinking, and social development for ages 4-5 years. Info: 845-691-2275 or www. highlandlibrary.org. First Presbyterian Church of Highland, 26 Church St, Highland. 3PM Public Menorah Lightings. Info: www. RhinebeckJewishCenter.com. Rhinebeck Savings Bank, Parking Lot, Rhinebeck. 3:30PM-5PM Movie Madness: How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Also “ A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Info: 845 687-8726. Stone Ridge Library, Stone Ridge. 4PM SantaCon Kingston 2014. Dress up as Santa and hit the town for a night of revelry. Naughty Christmas Caroling - lyrics, caroling spots, directory and map will be available on our website www.santaconkingston.com Uptown Kingston, Kingston.

8:30PM 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.

4PM LEGO Club. A full hour of free play with a huge collection of LEGOs & DUPLOs! Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Info: 845-757-3771. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli.

9PM Late Night at the Lehman Loeb. Art Galleries and Exhibits. Enjoy extended gallery hours, refreshments, and entertainment. Info: 845-4375632. Vassar College, Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Poughkeepsie.

5PM-10PM Healthy Happy Hour and Holiday Happening. Local health and wellness practitioners and vendors offer their good and services. Followed by a tasting of local wines, light fare, and mini-sessions from massage. Info: www. creativecooprosendale.com or845-527-5672. Creative Co-op, 402 Main St, Rosendale.

9 PM Invisible Familiars + Dirty River. Info:www.bspkingston.com. 18+. BSP Kingston, 323 Wall St, Kingston, free.

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12PM-8PM Kingston Hat Factory - Holiday Open House. Ongoing hat making demonstration and factory tours. Current Fall/Winter Collection and sample sale. Hats, Scarves, Gloves for all ages. Kingston Hat Factory, 309 Fair St, Kingston. 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.

7PM Dulce Domun. An adaptation by Amie Brockway of the classic novel, Wind in the Willows, by Kenneth Grahame, tells the story of friendship and adventure from a rodent’s perspective. Info: 845-586-1660 or www.theopeneyetheater.org. Open Eye Theatre, 960 Main St, Margaretville.

6:30PM-8:30PM “Informed Choices in Childbirth, “ a winter film series: Microbirth. New 60-minute documentary investigating the latest scientific research about the microscopic events happening during childbirth. Info: 845-255-1255 or www.gardinerlibrary.org.Gardiner Library, 133 Farmer’s Turnpike, Gardiner.

7PM Live @ The Falcon: Opener: Roland Mousaa with Princess WOW! & Friends. 8pm- Alexis P. Suter Band. Info: 845-236-7970 or www.liveatthefalcon.com. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

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

7PM “Degas in New Orleans.” This play by New Orleans native Rosary Hartel O’Neill, set to music

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7PM-10PM Friday Blues Happy Hour. Big Joe Fitz and the Lo-Fis. 21+ and dancing is encouraged! Info: 845-339-3174. Uncle Willy’s Tavern and Kitchen, 31 North Front St, Kingston.

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5PM-9PM Sparkle! Mr & Mrs Santa, free 4x6, Sparkle Queen Stilt Walker, Ice Carving Demonstrations, Magical “Light Up” Entertainement with Margaret Steele & Manhattanville Sound Group. Info: Boscobel.org or 845-265-3638. Boscobel, Route 9D, Garrison, $15 /adults, $10’children.

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5:30PM Board Games for Adults. A variety of board and card games! Learn a new game, or bring your own favorite to teach. Info: 845-7573771. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli.

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6:30PM Christmas Party. Featuring The Matt Jordan All Star Jazz Quintet. Featuring Derrick James. Info: www.ciboney.net or 845-486-4690. Ciboney Café, 189 Church St, Poughkeepsie.

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premier listings Contact Donna at calendar@ulsterpublishing.com to be included Understanding Emptiness: The Wheel of Life with it’s Twelve Links of Dependent Origination. A Weekend Teaching: December 19-21 at Karma Triyana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mt. Rd, Woodstock. 12/19, 7-8:30 pm, 12/ 20, 10:30 am-12 pm & 3:30-5 pm and Sun., 12/21, 10:30 am-12 pm & 2:30-4 pm.Teacher: Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo. This teaching by one of world’s best known Tibetan Buddhist female teachers is about interdependence, karma, the process of rebirth, and the six realms of existence into which we can be reborn. “It can also be used as a psychological commentary... and is actually quite fun,” says Jetsunma. Price: Full Weekend teaching $150 ($120 members) Single Sessions $38 ($30 members) For reservations or more information call 845-679-5906 x3. Calling All Poets Moving from Howland Cultural Center. Starting on the first Friday (January 2) of 2015 Calling All Poets, the oldest and longest continually running poetry reading program in the Hudson Valley, will have a new meeting place. Info: 914-474-7758 orwww.callingallpoets. net. Beacon Yoga, 464 Main St, Beacon. Children’s Holiday Book Sale— (thru 12/24 or until the books are gone).

Shop for children’s like-new, gift-quality books during regular library hours. Elting Library, New Paltz. Calling All Crafts People to Participate in the 1st Annual Woodstock Crafts Fair (12/21 & 12/22). Woodstock Works The Visionary’s Venue Open 24/7! Call or email for more information: info@Woodstock.Works; (W)845-679-6066 (C) 646-286-2630. Short and Long Term Rentals Office Conference Class & Small Events space at 12 Tannery Brook Rd, Woodstock. Accepting Submissions for ArtBridge Kingston 2015.Deadline for Submissions: midnight 1/5/15. If you are an emerging visual artist living or working in Kingston, NY (and surrounding communities) we invite you to submit your work to ArtBridge Kingston. Two works of art will be selected for display (original artwork to be photographed in high resolution, expanded and printed onto large-scale banners displayed on two bridges). Winning artists will receive $500 awards and the public recognition of seeing your artwork on a 90’ wide banner.Details & Submission Guidelines: www.artbridgekingston. org.ArtBridge Kingston is a public exhibition on the Greenkill Avenue and Broadway bridges in midtown Kings-

by local composer, David Temple, tells the story of the French painter Edgar Degas’ five-month stay with his family in the Crescent City shortly after the Civil War. Info:845-758-7900. Bard College, Fisher Center, Black-Box Theater, Annandaleon-Hudson, $10, $8 /senior/student. 7:30 PM The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge by Mark Brown.Presented by Bird-On-A-Cliff Theatre Co. Mark Brown’s comic adaptation of the Dickens’ Holiday classic.Ticket prices are $15 Adults/ $12 Seniors & Students ($10 Children Under 12).For more information and to purchase tickets online, go to birdonacliff.org.or call: 845-247-4007. Performance will take place at the Courtroom at the Woodstock Town Hall,76 Tinker Street in Woodstock. 7:30PM Opening Night: “The Nutcracker” Ballet. Featuring The Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center Orchestra, and Artisan Dance Company Under The Direction of Melissa Padham & Lucinda Henry. Info: 845-454-5800 x1207www. midhudsonciviccenter.org. Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center, 1351 Kings Hwy, Chester, $75 / VIP, $40, $30. 8PM-10PM Soul Purpose. BYBOB or wine. Snow cancels. The Barn, Unframed Artists’ Galery, 173 Hugenot St, New Paltz, $10. 8PM Half Moon Theatre presents It’s a Wonderful Life: the 1946 Radio Play. With 5 actors playing 25 roles, the production features a live sound-effects person encouraging audience participation. Info: www.halfmoontheatre.org or 1-800-838-3006. The CulinaryInstitute of America, Marriott Theatre, 1946 Campus Dr, Hyde Park, $45, $35. 8PM Morton Acoustic Night. Featuring: Dented Fenders, Lisa Dudley, Soap Boxxx Hero’s, Rhinecliff Richard. Info: 845-876-2903. Morton Memorial Library and Community House, 82 Kelly St, Rhinecliff. 8PM-9PM Historical Tours and Hidden Haunts. Learn about the buildings that stood out from others, their past “lives”, hidden haunts and secrets. Thru 12/31. Info: 845-246-4579. The House of New Beginnings, 249 Partition St, Saugerties, $16, $13 /senior/student/mi. 8PM The Santaland Diaries and Season’s Greetings. Info: www.stsplayhouse.com or 845-688-2279.Reserved seats are $20 and $15 for senior citizens, students, members. Shandaken Theatrical Society, 10 Church St, Phoenicia. 8PM “It’s A Wonderful Life.” Adapted for stage from Frank Capra`s beloved holiday film about a small town man, George Bailey, who forgoes his big dreams to help others. Info: www.centerforperformingarts.com or 845-876-3080. Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 New York 308, Rhinebeck, $24, $22. 8PM Murali Coryell. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. 9PM Joey Eppard & Friends. Featuring Gartdrumm / Riker of ‘3’. Info: 845-679-4406 or www.bearsvilletheater.com. Bearsville Theater, 291 Tinker St, Woodstock, $20. 9PM Petey Hop Trio. Info: 845-229-8277 or www.hydeparkbrewing.com. Hyde Park Brewing Company, 4076 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park.

ton. Exhibits will open mid March of 2015 and remain on display for six months.For more information about ArtBridge Kingston contact info@ art-bridge.org. Women Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse. Help release the past using gentle energetic healing techniques. Meets the first Saturday of every month from 11:30am - 1 pm, $15. For more information and to register, contact Cindy at 845-282-6400 or Cindy@ RisingStarEnergetics.com. New Paltz Healing Arts, New Paltz. Exercise for a Cause. In the month of December the New Paltz Elks Lodge is sponsoring a series of exercise classes and a food drive. All it will cost you is a donation of non-perishable food items that will go to our neighbors in need and local food pantries. Improve your health and improve life for others at the same time.Susan Loxley-Friedle will lead the Aerobics & Step classes. All the workouts are good for your heart & in more ways than just getting it pumping!12/8, 7pm, 12/10, 7pm, 12/13, 8 am, 12/15, 7pm, 12/17,7pm, &12/20, 8 am.New Paltz Elks Lodge 290 State Rt 32 S, New Paltz. Info: 845 -255 -9317. Free “Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism” Classes: Meets 7pm every

proceeds from the door are going to Family of Woodstock, Inc. Info: www.facebook.com/SantaConKingston. Uptown Kingston, Kingston, $10 / in Santa costume, $25 /bah humbugs.

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John Burrough’s Natural History Society NYML Christmas Bird Count. Participate in the longest running citizen science effort in the world. Contact Steve Chorvas (845-246-5900 or schorvas@gmail.com) for assignment in the Mohonk Lake/Ashokan Reservoir count. Pleasecontact Steve regarding details. Hudson Valley. Call: Herb @ 609-577-3477 to join a group. Web: www.watermanbirdclub.org. 9AM Saugerties’ Christian Meditation. Meets every Saturday, 9-10:30am. All welcome. No charge. 246-3285. Trinity Episcopal Church, Rte 9W, Saugerties. 9 AM -5 PM Christmas Aboard The Polar Express! Tix at 866-468-7630 orwww.ticketweb. com/dowt. For more info 845-688-7400. OffPeak: Adult $34, Children (ages 2-11) $27. Peak: Adult $43, Children (ages 2-11) $33. Catskill Mountain RR, Westbrook Lane Station, Kingston. 9AM-5PM Dragonfly Studio ...a gathering of fine crafters. Local artist work displayed and for sale; gourds, jewelry, photos, and much more. Open every Saturday 9am-5pm. Dragonfly Studio, 8 Yankee Folly Rd, New Paltz. 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. 10AM-4PM Defensive Driving Course. Save 10% and up to 4 point reduction on your car insurance. Bring a bag lunch. Info: 845-338-5580. Offered through www.digitaldefensivedriving.com. Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen, $40. 10 AM -11:30 AM Spiritual Healing Group. Consciously connect and harmonize with the subtle light, energy, and information that permeates everything. All are welcome. 1st and 3rd Sat. of every month. Info: 845-389-2431; michael@ whitecrane hall.com; www.whitecranehall.com. Shirt Factory, #116, 77 Cornell St, Kingston, $10. 10AM Make Your Own Gingerbread House and decorate it for the holidays. All supplies will be provided. Free and open to kids of all ages, but you must sign up in advance. Info: 845-2665530. Clinton Community Library, 215 Centre Rd, Rhinebeck. 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-2:30PM Mohonk Preserve Singles and Sociables Outing: Beacon Hill. Aged 18 and above. No reservations required. A moderate, 6-mile hike led by Art Raphael (845-255-5367). Info: 845-255-0919. Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Upper Parking Lot, Gardiner, $8/per car.

9PM Riverfront Music Series. Live music featuring local singers and songwriters every Fri. and Sat. Info: 845-876-7442. China Rose, 1 Shatzell Ave, Rhinecliff, free.

10AM-2PM Saugerties Farmers’ Market. Offering farm & specialty foods, crafts & gifts, and eat-in & take-out. Senior Center, 207 Market St, Saugerties. Info: 845-750-0626 SaugertiesFarmersMarket.com.

10PM-2AM Santas Unite! Closing Party @ BSP. Featuring DJs Lady Verse and DJ Ali. Photo Booth: Get your pic taken on Santa’s Lap. Portion of the

10AM-2PM Ikebana Flower Arrangement Lesson. Reservation required. Info & resv: 845-255-8811, www.GKnoodles.com.Fee: $25

December 18, 2014 Wednesday year-round in the Amitabha Shrine Room (next to the Namse Bangdzo Gift Shop) at Karma Triyana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Road, Woodstock.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. You may join in at any point in the 8-week curriculum. For information, contact Jan Tarlin,845- 679-5906 ,x1012. (There will be no classes on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day). ‘An Odyssey into the Heart via the Power of Collective Voice’, 4-5:30 PM, 1/1/15, Snow Date 1/3/15, Unison Arts, 68 Mountain Rest Road, New Paltz, NY 12561, 914-388-0632, $25. www.amymctear.com, Be an integral voice in an uplifting event to release the past, align with the present and empower intentions for personal and collective transformation. Join Amy McTear and other One True Voice musicians on a musical journey through a soundscape of drums, flute, didgeridoo, symphonic gong, crystal singing bowls, guitar, bass, spoken word, song and silence. Wreath Fundraiser Auction. Extended to 12/20 at 3pm. This grapevine wreath was made from Marlborough vineyards handcrafted by a local artisan. Info: 845-236-7272. Hosted by The Southern Ulster County Chamber of Commerce. Marlboro Free Library, 1251 Route 9W, Marlboro.

plus flowers. Instructor: Suzumi Adams.GomenKudasai Noodle Shop, Rite Aid Plaza, New Paltz. 10:30AM Holiday Story Adventures. “The Grinch” read by voice over actor, Oliver Wyman, to “Too Many Tamales” read in Spanish and English by Karin Flores Reininger. Jill Olesker, an oral storyteller, will share a tale about the gift of giving, Cass Reep and Lesley Sawhill will do a holiday favorite for sign language “The Night Before Christmas”. Info: 845-679-2213 or www. woodstock.org. Woodstock Library, 5 Library Ln, Woodstock, free. 10:30AM Lucid - Live in Concert. Gebre: rock. Info: 845-255-9800. Snug Harbor Bar & Grill, 38 Main St, New Paltz. 10:30AM-11:30AM Free African Drum Instruction. Bring a drum or share one of Kuumba’s. Saturdays, 10:30-11:30am through 12/13. Info: 518-822-1438. Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren St, Hudson. 10:30AM Knit & Crochet for a Purpose. tems are being made for the Homeless Veterans’ Center and Battered Womens’ Shelter. Open to all adults with or without experience. Info: 845-883-7286. Hosted by The Southern Ulster County Chamber of Commerce. Plattekill Public Library, Plattekill. 10:30AM-1:30PM Teen Geek Here to Help! 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. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli. 10:30AM MHADK Outing: Christmas at Clermont Open House. Meet in Hyde Park to carpool (cost sharing for gas). Leader: Salley Decker 845-454-4206 evenings until 9:30pm. For details, please call leader between 12/14 and 12/19. Info: www.MidHudsonADK.org. Clermont State HistoricSite, Clermont Ave, Germantown. 11AM-2PM Holiday Craft Day! Bring your lunch and join us while we make holiday cards, decorations, and small gifts.For all ages! Info: 845-7573771. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, free. 12PM-8PM Kingston Hat Factory - Holiday Open House. Ongoing hat making demonstration and factory tours. Current Fall/Winter Collection and sample sale. Hats, Scarves, Gloves for all ages. Kingston Hat Factory, 309 Fair St, Kingston. 1PM-5PM 8PM Hudson Valley Oracle. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock 1PM Voices of Diversity’s Cultural Holiday Brunch. A special annual Holiday Potluck Brunch. Celebrate the season’s best good cheer, with food, music and celebration. Info: 845-3315300 or www.lgbtqcenter.org. Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center, 300 Wall St, Kingston. 12PM-2PM Hannukah Celebration. Offering latkes, activities for both children and adults, silent auction ,books forall ages will be on sale, sponsored by Oblong Books and the Temple’s Sisterhood. Members of the community are invited to join the festivity. Admission is $3 for children over 2,and $5 for adults, with a maximum of $20 per family.Temple Emanuel is a Reform Synagogue, 243 Albany Avenue, Kingston. For more information, call 845-338-4271. 1PM-4PM Helena Woodlen’s 90th Birthday Celebration. The celebrated Newburgh artist will celebrate at the Museum. Her works are on display. Exhibits through 1/11/2015. Info: 845-569-4997 or Kmuseum NBG@aol.com. The Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum, 94

Audition Notice: Rip Van Winkle. Auditions will be held in January for a summer 2015 production of Rip Van Winkle: The Musical , based on the book by Washington Irving, reveals the untold story of the farmer who fell asleep in the Catskill Mountains for 20 years. Roles are available for adults and children age 7 and up. Auditions will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2015 from 1-4 pm and Sunday, January 11, 2015 from 7-10 pm at the Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Route 303, Rhinebeck, NY. The show rehearses June 6-July 17, 2015 with performances July 17-19, 2015. Visit RipTheMusical.com for more information. To schedule an audition appointment (recommended but not required), email RipTheMusical@gmail.com or call 860-800-6040. 65th Annual Living Nativity on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 20 and 21for a performance of the Christmas story with live animals, and members of the community dressing up as the cast. Hot cocoa and treats are served. Watch from the corner of Main and Wall Streets or be in the show! Times are 6:30, 7, & 7:30pm both nights. Info: www.olddutchchurch.org or call 845-338-6759. Collaborative Music Omi Residency Program: taking place from July 23 -August 9, 2015. Application deadline is February 1, 2015. Info: www. omiartscenter.org/music. Omi International Arts Center, Ghent.

Broadway,Newburgh. 1PM-4PM Holiday Tours at Wilderstein! Info: 845-876-4818 or www.wilderstein.org. $10 adults, $9 students/seniors, children under 12 free. The halls have been decked and the trees have been trimmed.Each room is decorated with a different yuletide theme.Decorated by many florists and designers.Tours every weekend through the end of the year, 1-4pm. Tours are self-guided. Wilderstein Historic Site, 330 Morton Rd, Hyde Park. 2PM New Paltz Rock Music Bash.The Seth Davis Band will be performing between the two New Paltz Rock bands bringing their eclectic mix of original songs to the stage. . $10 Adults & $6 Children under 12 Rosendale Theater,Rosendale. 2PM Hudson Valley Philharmonic : Handel’s Messiah. Handel’s most popular choral work, performed with the full orchestra featuring over 150 musicians and singers. Info: 845-339-6088 or www.bardavon.org. Ulster Performomg Art Center, 601 Broadway, Kingston, $50 2PM Free Meditation Instruction. On-going every Saturday, 2pm in the Amitabha Shrine Room. 60-minute class requires no previous meditation experience. For info contact Jan Tarlin, 845-679-5906, 1012. Karma Triyiana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock. 2PM Half Moon Theatre presents It’s a Wonderful Life: the 1946 Radio Play. With 5 actors playing 25 roles, the production features a live sound-effects person encouraging audience participation. Info: www.halfmoontheatre.org or 1-800-838-3006. The CulinaryInstitute of America, Marriott Theatre, 1946 Campus Dr, Hyde Park, $45, $35. 2PM-3PM Hablemos Espa ol. A playgroup for boys and girls 5-8 that speak spanish. Read, make crafts, play and even cook to learn more about your traditions, art, history and culture. Every Saturday at 2PM. Info: 845-757-3771. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli. 2:30 PM-6 PM Super Saturdays. Francesca Warnes will be on hand to offer arts and crafts, games, and fun. From time to time they’ll have special guest artists with different programs such as circus arts, nature walks. Info: 845.254.5469 or www.pinehillcommunitycenter.org. Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St, Pine Hill. 2:30PM “The Nutcracker” Ballet. Featuring The Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center Orchestra, and Artisan Dance Company Under The Direction of Melissa Padham & Lucinda Henry. Info: 845-454-5800 x1207www.midhudsonciviccenter.org. Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center, 1351 Kings Hwy, Chester, $55, $40, $30. 3PM Wreath Fundraiser Auction. This grapevine wreath was made from Marlborough vineyards handcrafted by a local artisan. Info: 845-236-7272. Hosted by The Southern Ulster County Chamber of Commerce. Marlboro Free Library, 1251 Route 9W, Marlboro. 3PM-5PM Kwanzaa Festival. Umoja Community Celebration. Crafts for children, a candle-lighting ceremony, and the sharing of the Nguzo Saba, the seven principles of Kwanzaa, by community members. Info: 518-822-1438. Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren St, Hudson. 3PM Dulce Domun. An adaptation by Amie Brockway of the classic novel, Wind in the Willows, by Kenneth Grahame, tells the story of friendship and adventure from a rodent’s perspective. Info: 845-586-1660 or www.theopeneyetheater.org. Open Eye Theatre, 960 Main St, Margaretville.

December 18, 2014 3PM “It’s A Wonderful Life.” Adapted for stage from Frank Capra`s beloved holiday film about a small town man, George Bailey, who forgoes his big dreams to help others. Info: www.centerforperformingarts.com or 845-876-3080. Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 New York 308, Rhinebeck, $24, $22. 3PM-5PM Book Signing with Furniture Restorer Christophe Pourny. The event is free and open to the public and will include light refreshments. Info: 518- 828-0135 Olana, Olana Museum Shop, Hudson, $30 /carload, $15 /individual. 4PM Classics on Hudson: Messiah SING. Gwen Gould conducts an arrangement of George Frideric Handel’s Messiah for strings, inviting the audience to be the chorus to sing this magnificent oratorio. Info: 518-822-1438 or www.hudsonoperahouse.org. First Presbyterian Church, 369Warren St, Hudson, $15, free /18 & under. 5PM Book Party! Featuring Will Lytle, Thorneater Comics - Handbound Anthonolgy of Woodstock Times Comics. The Golden Notebook | 29 Tinker Street | Woodstock, NY 12498 | 845-679-8000 5PM-7PM Third Saturday Arts Walk: Small Works Holiday Show & Art for the HeART. Exhibits through 1/30/2015. Info: 845-516-4435 or www.betsyjacarusoartist.com. Betsy Jacaruso Gallery, The Courtyard, 43 East Market St, Rhinebeck. 5PM-6PM Woodstock Library Forum: Chronogram, Children’s Poetry: A Reading. Hosted by Chronogram Poetry Editor Philip Levine. Info: 845-679-2213. Woodstock Library, Library Ln, Woodstock. 5:30PM Illumin8: Beacon Hebrew Alliance + BeaconArts Bicycle Menorah. Info: 845-831-2012 or www.beaconhebrewalliance.org. Polhill Park, Main St & Route 9D, Beacon. 6PM-8PM Hannukah Celebration & Menorah Lighting. Followed by a potluck dinner. The story of Hannukah will be told and games will be played. Info: templeisraelof catskill@gmail. com or www.templeisraelofcatskill.org. Temple Israel, 220 Spring St, Catskill. 6PM-10PM Parents Night Out. Info: www. creativecooprosendale.com or 845-527-5672. Creative Co-op, 402 Main St, Rosendale. 6PM Teen Groups with Jake. Sat. evenings. For kids to hang out and play games, fooze ball, basket ball etc. Info: 1-877-576-9931. Empowering Ellenville, 159 Canal St, Ellenville, free. 6PM-9PM Arts Upstairs Opening Reception and Potluck Party (see Phoenicia 12/20 events schedule below) .Group Show and the Solo Room artist is Anthony Margiotta. Arts Upstairs, 60 Main St, Phoenicia. Hours: Friday 3-6pm, Sat. 10-6, Sunday 10-4pm. 6:30PM 65th Annual Living Nativity on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 20 and 21for a performance of the Christmas story with live animals, and members of the community dressing up as the cast. Hot cocoa and treats are served. Watch from the corner of Main and Wall Streets or be in the show! Times are 6:30, 7, & 7:30pm both nights. Info: www.olddutchchurch.org or call 845-338-6759. 7PM Movies With Spirit Community Film Series: The Boys of Baraka. Suggested donation $5. 7PM Woodstock Renaissance, an a cappella vocal ensemble specializing in early and traditional music, will be singing as part of the “Live at the Library” music series . They will be singing Renaissance motets and madrigals, a wassail from Wales, works by Zoltán Kodály (1882-1967) and Maurice Duruflé (1902-1986), a Christmas song by Woodstock composer Alexander Semmler (1900-1977) and more. Admission is free. Woodstock Library, 5 Library Ln, Woodstock. 7PM “Degas in New Orleans.” This play by New Orleans native Rosary Hartel O’Neill, set to music by local composer, David Temple, tells the story of the French painter Edgar Degas’ five-month stay with his family in the Crescent City shortly after the Civil War. Info:845-758-7900. Red Hook Central High School, Red Hook, $10, $8 /senior/ student. 7PM-11PM Jimmy Eppard Band. 21+. Info: 845-339-3174. Uncle Willy’s Tavern and Kitchen, 31 North Front St, Kingston. 7PM Public Menorah Lightings. Info: www. RhinebeckJewishCenter.com. Rhinebeck Savings Bank, Parking Lot, Rhinebeck. 7PM-9PM El Rancho Deluxo’s Cuban Blues. Every third Saturday. Info: 246-5306. Café Mezzaluna, 626 Rt 212, Saugerties. 7PM Live at Kindred Spirits: Acoustic Jazz featuring Grammy winner Malcolm Cecil on bass, guitarist Steve Raleigh, pianist Peter Tomlinson, NYC saxophonist Al Guart and local guest artists. No cover or minimum! Kindred Spirits, 334 Rte 32A, Palenville, 518-678-3101. 7PM Live @ The Falcon: Ed Palermo Big Band. Info: 845-236-7970 or www.liveatthefalcon.com. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro. 7PM Movies With Spirit: “The Boys of Baraka.” 20 boys, age 12, from Baltimore’s most violent ghettos are taken 10, 000 miles away to an experimental boarding school in Kenya’s outback to start putting their lives on the right track. Info: www.movieswithspirit.comor 845-389-9201. New Progressive Baptist Church, 8 Hone St, Kingston, $5. 7:30PM-10:30PM Third Saturday Contra Dance. Admission $10/5 full time students. Eric Hollman

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Mark Brown’s comic adaptation of the Dickens’ Holiday classic.Ticket prices are $15 Adults/ $12 Seniors & Students ($10 Children Under 12).For more information and to purchase tickets online, go to birdonacliff.org.or call: 845-247-4007. Performance will take place at the Courtroom at the Woodstock Town Hall,76 Tinker Street in Woodstock. 7:30 PM Theatersounds presents a reading of Handy Dandy, a comedy, but...........By William Gibson Directed by Teri Gibson withMichael Juzwak, Kimberly Kay, Nicola Sheara*”Change places and handy dandy, which is the justice and which is the thief ”KING LEAR IV:vi, Shakespeare. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Catskills,320 Sawkil Rd, Kingston, free.*Appearing courtesy of Actors Equity Association.Information 845-657-6303 or www. Theatersounds.com. 7:30PM Saturday Night Live Winter Holidays Music & Noodles : The Michael Hollis Trio. 2nd set at 9pm.No cover, $5 donations to musicians recommended. Info: 845-255-8811 or www. GKnoodles.com. Gomen-Kudasai Noodle Shop, Rite Aid Plaza, New Paltz. 7:30PM Nut/Cracked. Suitable for ages 12 and up. Info: 845-758-7900. Bard College, Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts, Sosnoff Theater, Annandale-on-Hudson, $45, $20. 7:30PM Poughkeepsie Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild Coffeehouse Series: Roses and Rust, Ernie Mortuzans and Jean Weiss. Open mic ormat followed by featured performers. Info: 845-592-4216 or www.hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org . Unitarian Fellowship, South Randolph Ave, Poughkeepsie. 7:45PM-9:45PM A Winter Solstice ConcertEntering the Illuminated Heart with John De Kadt, Steve Gorn and Dona Ho Lightsey. Info: www.thelivingseed.com. The Living Seed, 521 Main St, New Paltz, $20 /suggested donation. 8PM Ballroom By Request Dance. Lindy Hop lesson 8-9pm; Dance 9-11pm to DJ Joe Donato. Coaching corner for beginners to Ballroom dance from 9-10 pm. Refreshments included. Admission $12/$10 full time students. Hudson Valley Dance Depot, 1151 Rt 55, LaGrange, Info:www. HudsonValleyDance.org or 845-204-9833. 8PM The Mason Bell Band. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock 8PM Comedy with Mikhail Horowitz & Gilles Malkine. Info: www.unisonarts.org or 845-2551559. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mt. Rest Rd, New Paltz, $26, $13 /student w/ID. 8PM Half Moon Theatre presents It’s a Wonderful Life: the 1946 Radio Play. With 5 actors playing 25 roles, the production features a live sound-effects person encouraging audience participation. Info: www.halfmoontheatre.org or 1-800-838-3006. The CulinaryInstitute of America, Marriott Theatre, 1946 Campus Dr, Hyde Park, $45, $35. 8PM Ballroom By Request Dance. Lindy Hop lesson 8-9pm; Dance 9-11pm to DJ Joe Donato. Coaching corner for beginners to Ballroom dance from 9-10 pm. Refreshments included. Admission $12/$10 full time students. Hudson Valley Dance Depot, 1151 Rt 55, LaGrange, Info:www. HudsonValleyDance.org or 845-204-9833.. 8PM “It’s A Wonderful Life.” Adapted for stage from Frank Capra`s beloved holiday film about a small town man, George Bailey, who forgoes his big dreams to help others. Info: www.centerforperformingarts.com or 845-876-3080. Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 New York 308, Rhinebeck, $24, $22. 8PM The Santaland Diaries and Season’s Greetings. Info: www.stsplayhouse.com or 845-688-2279.Reserved seats are $20 and $15 for senior citizens, students, members. Shandaken Theatrical Society, 10 Church St, Phoenicia. 8PM Levanta: World music Ensemble in Concert. 7 pm: Potluck Dinner, bring a dish, Admission is $10. Info: 845-687-8890. MaMA (Marbletown Multi-Arts), 3588 Main St, Stone Ridge, $15. 8PM Tom Pacheco - A Peace Concert. Info: 845-658-904. Rosendale Café, Main St, Rosendale, $15. 8:30PM-12:30AM Frolic Dance. An all-ages dance party for dance lovers. Frolic dances are alcohol free, smoke free, and drug free, which keeps the focus on dancing. Sliding scale, $5-10 for adults, $2-7 for teens, $2-7 for seniors, volunteers & kids 12 & under arefree. Info: 845-658-8319. Knights of Columbus, 389 Broadway, Kingston. 9PM The Bruce Katz Band. Celebrate release of latest CD “Homecoming” with special Guests. Info: 845-679-4406 or www.bearsvilletheater. com. Bearsville Theater, 291 Tinker St, Wood-

stock, $20. 9PM Riverfront Music Series. Live music featuring local singers and songwriters every Fri. and Sat. Info: 845-876-7442. China Rose, 1 Shatzell Ave, Rhinecliff, free. 9PM Bruce Katz Band CD Release “Homecoming”. Info: 845-679-4406. Bearsville Theater, 291 Tinker St, Woodstock, $20. 9PM Annie & the Attaboys. Info: 845-2298277 or www.hydeparkbrewing.com. Hyde Park Brewing Company, 4076 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park. 11PM-4PM Open House: Christmas at Clermont. A great day for families, with admission free for everyone. Happy holidays! Info: 518-537-4240 or www.friendsofclermont.org. Clermont State Historic Site, Clermont, $10, free /under 12.

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The Ice Yachts Cometh. An indoor/outdoor display of classic ice yachts. FDR’s ice yacht Hawk and other examples of this grand tradition. On display through 1/3/2015. Info: www.nps.gov/ hofr FDR Presidential Library & Museum, Wallace Visitor Center, Hyde Park. 9 AM -5 PM Christmas Aboard The Polar Express! Tix at 866-468-7630 orwww.ticketweb. com/dowt. For more info 845-688-7400. OffPeak: Adult $34, Children (ages 2-11) $27. Peak: Adult $43, Children (ages 2-11) $33. Catskill Mountain RR, Westbrook Lane Station, Kingston. 10AM Sunday Brunch @ The Falcon: The Marc Black Trio. Info: 845-236-7970 or www. liveatthefalcon.com. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro. 10:30AM-12:30PM Free Meditation Practice at Sky Lake Shambhala Retreat Center. Meets every Sunday. Sitting and walking meditation with short teaching and discussion from Pema Chodron books or video. Free and open to the public. Contact info: 845-658-8556 orwww. skylake.shambhala.org. Sky Lake, 22 Hillcrest Ln, Rosendale. 11AM-4PM Local Artisan and Farm Shop. Local farmers, crafters, and other artisans offer their products in these holiday themed Shop events. Info: www.creativecooprosendale.com or 845-527-5672. Creative Co-op, 402 Main St, Rosendale. 12:55PM The Nutcracker. Bolshoi Ballet. Music: Piotr Tchaikovsky. Libretto Yuri Grigorovich. Choreography Yuri Grigorovich. Info: 518-7890022 or www.themoviehouse.net. The Moviehouse, 48 Main St, Millerton, $20. 1PM-4PM Holiday Tours at Wilderstein! Info: 845-876-4818 or www.wilderstein.org. $10 adults, $9 students/seniors, children under 12 free. The halls have been decked and the trees have been trimmed.Each room is decorated with a different yuletide theme.Decorated by many florists and designers.Tours every weekend through the end of the year, 1-4pm. Tours are self-guided. Wilderstein Historic Site, 330 Morton Rd, Hyde Park. 1:30 PM -4:30 PM Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Winter Solstice Hike. The total distance for this moderate outing, which does include some hills and narrow, cliff-edge sections of trail, is approximately three and a half miles. Reg. reqr’d. Info: 845-255-0752. MinnewaskaState Park Preserve, Nature Center, Gardiner, $8 /per car. 2PM The Annual German Christmas Service, (Weihnachts Messe). Performances by the Germania Men and Ladies Chorus, plus traditional Christmas Songs and a German Christmas Message. Info: 845-454-8192. First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Fellowship Hall, 325 Mill St, Poughkeepsie. 2,, PM The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge by Mark Brown.Presented by Bird-On-A-Cliff Theatre Co. Mark Brown’s comic adaptation of the Dickens’ Holiday classic.Ticket prices are $15 Adults/ $12 Seniors & Students ($10 Children Under 12).For more information and to purchase tickets online, go to birdonacliff.org.or call: 845-247-4007. Performance will take place at the Courtroom at the Woodstock Town Hall,76 Tinker Street in Woodstock. 2PM The Santaland Diaries and Season’s Greetings. Info: www.stsplayhouse.com or 845-688-2279.Reserved seats are $20 and $15 for senior citizens, students, members. Shandaken Theatrical Society, 10 Church St, Phoenicia. 2PM Puppets and Parrots. A concert for children. Featured guest Lydia Adams Davis &

puppet friends. With special guests Parrots for Peace. Info: www.cmmusictogether.com or 845-645-2600. Kingston Arts Festival, 296 Wall St, Kingston, $10 /family, $7 /single adult. 2PM Nut/Cracked. David Parker and The Bang Group. Choreography by David Parker ’81. Music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Info: www.bard.edu or 845-758-7900. Bard College, Sosnoff Theater, Annandale-on-Hudson, $45, $25. 2:30PM Holiday Benefit Concert. All proceeds go to children with cancer. The concert will feature: Helen Avakian, Denise Finley, Kevin & Carol Becker, Pat Lamanna, Bob Cohen, John Martucci, Blair Shephard, Stu Kabak. Silent auction and a bake sale. Info: jesserin11@yahoo. com. Unitarian Universalists Congregation of the Catskills, 320 Sawkill Rd, Kingston, $5. 2:30PM “The Nutcracker” Ballet. Featuring The Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center Orchestra, and Artisan Dance Company Under The Direction of Melissa Padham & Lucinda Henry. Info: 845-454-5800 x1207www.midhudsonciviccenter.org. Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center, 1351 Kings Hwy, Chester, $55, $40, $30. 3PM “Degas in New Orleans.” This play by New Orleans native Rosary Hartel O’Neill, set to music by local composer, David Temple, tells the story of the French painter Edgar Degas’ five-month stay with his family in the Crescent City shortly after the Civil War. Info:845-758-7900. Red Hook Central High School, Red Hook, $10, $8 /senior/ student. 3PM Dulce Domun. An adaptation by Amie Brockway of the classic novel, Wind in the Willows, by Kenneth Grahame, tells the story of friendship and adventure from a rodent’s perspective. Info: 845-586-1660 or www.theopeneyetheater.org. Open Eye Theatre, 960 Main St, Margaretville. 3PM “It’s A Wonderful Life.” Adapted for stage from Frank Capra`s beloved holiday film about a small town man, George Bailey, who forgoes his big dreams to help others. Info: www.centerforperformingarts.com or 845-876-3080. Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 New York 308, Rhinebeck, $24, $22. 3PM Jim Brickman: On A Winter’s Night. Celebrate the season in a one-of-a-kind concert event filled with lush instrumentals and soaring vocals. Info: www.bardavon.org or 845-473-2072. Bardavon, 35 Market St, Poughkeepsie, $55, $40, $30. 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 Candlelight Service of Lessons & Carols. Program directed by Holy Cross Minister of MusicTerry Martin and assisted by Santa Cruz Minister of Music Arturo Nieto. Everyone welcoome, refreshments to follow . Holy Cross/ Santa Cruz Episcopal Church, 30 pine Grove Ave, Kingston, 845-331-6796. 4PM Public Menorah Lighting. Info: www. RhinebeckJewishCenter.com. Thorne Building, Millbrook. 4 PM Spillian Sundays: Voices from the Catskills debut fall series is winding up, with the Phoenicia and Woodstock Community Chorales. Under the baton of the Phoenicia International Festival of the Voice’s artistic leadership, these two extraordinary community choirs will celebrate and highlight the Catskill holiday spirit of carols and good cheer. Performances: 4pm,Dinner: 5:30pm. $25 per person (includes performance and full soup dinner).Reservations requested. 800-811-3351 or play@spillian.com for reservations.Spillian LLC, 50 Todd Mountain Rd,Fleischmanns. 5:30PM Illumin8: Beacon Hebrew Alliance + BeaconArts Bicycle Menorah. Info: 845-831-2012 or www.beaconhebrewalliance.org. Polhill Park, Main St & Route 9D, Beacon. 6PM-7:15PM Free Winter Solstice Candlelit Yoga Class with Donna Sherman. Info: 845-255-8212 or www.thelivingseed.com. The Living Seed Yoga & Holistic Health Center, 521 Main St, New Paltz. 6PM Sinterklaas Kickoff: Wreaths, Sweets & Dutch Treats, Cocktail Reception and Silent Auction. Fabulous food with a Dutch theme, beer, wine and signature cocktails will be served. Info: 845-339-4280 or www.sinterklaashudsonvalley. com. Old Dutch Church, corner of Wall and Fair St, Kingston. 6PM-9PM Chakra. Featuring Alana Wyld and Robert “Cue” Gerhard of Gerhard Guitars. . Info: 845-339-3174. Uncle Willy’s Tavern and Kitchen,

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s I walked along the beach, I took a look and my first thought was, “Nice hips.” But what about the flowers? I’d have to return to the plant next summer to find out – a problem, since I was four hours from home, visiting a relative in Rhode Island. Most of the roses that you see growing seaside are Rosa rugosa. Common names for this plant are Japanese rose, indicating its origin; saltspray rose, indicating its tolerance to beach sand; and rugose rose. “Rugose” means “wrinkled,” which is what leaves of R. rugosa are. The particular planting of nice-hipped roses staring back at me did not have rugose leaves. What’s more, the hips were about three-quarters of an inch across and bright red. Hips of rugose rose are usually an inch or more across and orangeish-red. With this slightly different morphology and the fact that rugose rose is listed as an invasive plant, I assumed that the nice-hipped roses, recently installed as landscape plants, were another species. With such nice hips, the plants could possibly be dog rose, R. canina, the other rose species valued for its hips. The lack of sepals on the hips also pointed the finger at dog rose. (Rugose rose hips have persistent sepals.) An even closer look would have nailed it; rugose rose’s stems have numerous prickles throughout their length, while bold, large, wide, downward-facing thorns line dog rose stems. But I didn’t look closer. Dog rose, although much less frequently seen, is also considered invasive in some places.

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With such nice hips, the plants could possibly be dog rose, R. canina

As potentially invasive plants, rugose rose or dog rose should be easy to grow from seed. But no. I’ve propagated roses from seed, and it’s a slow process. Rose seeds, like those of most other fall-ripening seeds of Temperate Zone plants, have a physiological dormancy that prevents their immediate sprouting, the consequence of which would be death from cold. So they just sit in moist earth until they have experienced a number of hours of chilly temperatures – 30 to 45 degrees Fahrenheit are ideal – before sprouting, at which time winter has presumably given way to spring weather. Instead of moist earth, that chilly habitat could be within the refrigerator in a plastic bag filled with peat moss and perlite. But rose seeds have another impediment to germination: a tough seedcoat. Plant the seed outdoors, and shoots might not poke through the surface of the ground for two years. The first winter and summer are spent softening the seedcoat, making it permeable to moisture. Beginning the second fall, chilling hours begin to accumulate so that by the second spring, the seed can awaken and grow. I did pluck a few fruits from that nice-hipped Rhode Island rosebush, and plan to make new bushes. But I’m too impatient to wait two years. “Scarifying” the seeds is a quick way to make the seedcoats more permeable. Nicking them with a wirecutter does the trick, but would be difficult with such small seeds. An hour or so in warm, concentrated sulfuric acid, followed by a thorough rinsing in water, is likewise effective but a bit dangerous. I’ll follow Mother Nature’s lead and soften the seedcoats by keeping the seeds warm and moist. No matter how the seedcoat is softened, subsequent cool, moist conditions are still needed before the seeds will sprout. There’s barely time to get those seeds growing this spring. Two months in moist warmth, followed by two to three months in moist peat and perlite in the refrigerator, should awaken them. It’s exciting to check the bag in the refrigerator because, once mechanical and chemical barriers to germination have been overcome, a bag of seeds is usually transformed into a bag of white root sprouts all at once, as if a switch had been turned on.

31 North Front St, Kingston. 6:30PM 65th Annual Living Nativity on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 20 and 21for a performance of the Christmas story with live animals, and members of the community dressing up as the cast. Hot cocoa and treats are served. Watch from the corner of Main and Wall Streets or be in the show! Times are 6:30, 7, & 7:30pm both nights. Info: www.olddutchchurch.org or call 845-338-6759. 7PM Live @ The Falcon: Afro-Peruvian Ensemble. Info: 845-236-7970 or www.liveatthefalcon. com. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro. 7PM “Blue Christmas” Service. Join in sharing and hearing prayers, scripture, and music that acknowledge that God’s presence is for those who mourn, for those who struggle. Info: www. rochesterreformedchurch.org or 845-626-7319. Rochester Reformed Church, 5142 Route 209, Accord. 7PM Blue Christmas Service at Redeemer Lutheran Church. Info: 845-331-1140. Redeemer Lutheran Church, 104 Wurts St, Kingston. 7PM Sing Soltice! Kim & Reggie Harris and Magpie Celebrate Season of Light. Info: 518-4341703. The Eighth Step at Proctors, 432 State St, Schenectady, $35 /Gold Circle, $26.

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I’ll have to make up some extra peat/perlite mix. Cutting all the vertical shoots of my Rabbi Samuel fig espalier back to the horizontal arms of the permanent “T” framework have yielded a pile of long stems. I can’t bear to throw them away, because every footlong section has the potential to make a whole new plant. The rooting media for these hardwood cuttings? Peat and perlite again. A bunch of the stems in a deep pot with just their top buds up out of the peat mix should sprout and root by spring. Not sure what I’ll do with all the resulting fig plants. I’m also not sure what I’ll do with all the anticipated rose seedlings, especially since I’m not even sure of their species. I did telephone the Public Works Department of the Rhode Island town where the roses were planted and was told that they were Rosa rugosa. I think that they are wrong. No matter: Rosa rugosa is one of the most fragrant roses, with deep pink, sometimes white flowers that are borne all summer long – also, like dog rose, with nice, fleshy hips, good enough fresh and excellent for jam and tea. – Lee Reich Any gardening questions? E-mail Lee at garden@leereich.com and he’ll try answering them directly or in his Almanac Weekly column. To read Lee’s previous “Gardener’s Notebook” columns, visit our website at HudsonValleyAlmanacWeekly.com. You can also visit Lee’s garden at www.leereich.blogspot.com.

Public Library will be offering sessions with Navigators to help citizens sign up. Appointment reqr’d. Info: 1-800-453-4666. Red Hook Public Library, 7444 S. Broadway, Red Hook, free.

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.

11AM-12PM Senior Qigong with Zach Baker. Mondays, on-going. This class w ill not be held the second Monday of the month. Info: 845-2551559 or www.unisonarts.org. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $5.

9AM Yoga stretch and strength with Kathy Carey. Part of the Active Seniors program, this is a gentle program intended to increase flexibility, balance and overall well being. Info: 845-2545469. Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St, Pine Hill, $2.

12:15PM Rhinebeck Rotary Club Meeting. Beekman Arms, Rhinebeck, 914-244-0333. 8

9:30AM Settled and Serving in Place (Kingston Chapter). A social self-help group for seniors who want to remain in their homes and community. Olympic Diner, Washington Ave, Kingston. 10AM-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.

8PM Walking the dog Theater presents:“A Christmas Carol”, by Charles Dickens. Performed by David Anderson, Directed by Ted Pugh. Solaris,360 Warren St, Hudson. Suggested donation: $0 - $30. 518- 610-0909.

10:30AM-3:30PM Sessions with Navigators to help citizens sign up for the various health plans. These are private sessions; please call 1-800-4534666 to schedule an appointment. This service is free and open to the public. Mondays in November and December. Red Hook PublicLibrary, 7444 S. Broadway, Red Hook.

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

10:30AM-3:30PM Private Sessions with Navigators for NY Health Exchange. Red Hook

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12:30PM-2PM LaGrange Library’s Monday Afternoon Knitting Group Every Monday. Drop by whenever you can to work on your latest project, share ideas, or get help with basic techniques and instruction in a casual atmosphere. Info: 845-452-3141 or spotwin@laglib.org. LaGrange Library, Community Room, Poughkeepsie. 1 PM Needlework Group. On-going every Monday, 1pm. Info:845-338-5580, x1005. Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen. 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. 4PM Music & Movement w/ Abby Lappen. Weekly fun exploring creative arts through music and movement! Ages 18 months to 6 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult guardian. Info: 845-757-3771. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli, $5 /suggested donation.

4:15PM-5:30PM Healthy Back Class w/ Anne Olin. Build strength and increase flexibility and range of motion with attention to your special needs. Class is on-going and meets on Mondays, 4:15-5:30pm. $12/class. 28 West Gym, Maverick Rd & Rt 28, Glenford. 4:30PM-7PM Homework Help Center @ Grinnell Library. Program for children in grades Kindergarten through 6th. Participants will receive help with homework, assistance reading, studying and researching, as well as Library help. Reg reqr’d. Mondays- Thursdays. Info:845-2973428. Grinnell Library, 2642 East Main St, Wappingers Falls, free. 5PM Polar Express Night - Karin Armstrong reads “The Polar Express.” A visit from Santa. Crafts. Refreshments. Info: 845-297-0901 or www.hydeparkstation.com. Hyde Park Station, 34 River Rd, Hyde Park. 5PM Polar Express Night! Meets the 1st Monday of each month at 7pm. Hosted by Hudson Valley Railroad Society. 2nd performance at 7pm. Info: www.hydeparkstation.com or 229-2338. Hyde Park Train Station Museum, 38 River Rd, Hyde Park. 5:30PM-6:30PM Senior Qigong with Zach Baker. Mondays, on-going. This class w ill not be held the second Monday of the month. Info: 845-255-1559 or www.unisonarts.org. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $5. 5:30PM Illumin8: Beacon Hebrew Alliance + BeaconArts Bicycle Menorah. Info: 845-831-2012 or www.beaconhebrewalliance.org. Polhill Park, Main St & Route 9D, Beacon.

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self help Contact Donna at calendar@ulsterpublishing.com to be included ADD Group for Adults. .................................................... 255-2701 Addiction Support GroupSMART Recovery.............….853-8247 Adult Anxiety Support Group (9/11 Anxiety) ......339-9090, x171 Adult Children of Alcoholics Growing Together...........331-6360 Adults With Aphasia Support Group ............................ 257-3600 AIDS Testing S.T.D. Clinic — Ulster County Health Department ......................................................................................340-3070 Al-Anon.............................................................................688-5401 Al-Anon.............................................. 888-425-2666, or 339-5116 Al-Anon Parent Focus.................................................... .658-9032 Alateen ............................. 594-2864 or www.alanon.alateen.org. Alcoholic Anonymous .....................................................331-6360 Adaptive Equipment Support Group ............................. 452-3913 Alzheimer’s Support Group (Hudson Vlly/Rockland/West) ....................................................................................... 471-2655 Alzheimers Support Services . 518-438-2217 or (800) 272-3900 Amputee Support Group ................................................. 331-0541 Artist Heart Support Group .................................... 203-246-5711 Asberger Adult Men’s Support Group .............................807-7147 Asthma Sensitive Committee Support Group ...............679-7430 Aphasia Support Group (New Paltz). ........257-2677or 257-3600 Autism Workshops....................www.oautism.org, 800-661-1575 A.W.A.K.E., Sleep Apnea .................................................334-3126 Bariatric Surgery Support Group ...................................679-2235 Bereaved Parents and Siblings ..........................................691-2111 Better Breathers Club ............................... 483-6446 or 489-5005 Better Together for Survivors of Brain & Spinal Cord Injury Group ...........................366-3500.ext 3105 Blind and Visually Impaired Support Group ..................................... (914) 993-5385 or (845) 565-1162 x232 Brain Injury Family & Survivors Support Groups . 914-939-8166 Breast Cancer Options Support Groups meets at 10 diff. locations ........339-HOPE (4673); www.breast cancer options.org Breast Cancer Survivor’s Support Group ..........................................................800-ACS-2345; 532-6622 Cancer Support Group...............................483-6394 or 339-2071 Cardiac Support Group (Ulster County Mended Hearts, Chapter 193) .................................................................905-2132 Care Givers and Families Support Group ........338-2980, 473-2500, 483-6394, 340-3456 or 331-5300 Celiac Support Group ......... 483-0650 or 297-3328 or 236-3939 Hudson Valley Celiac Support Group .............www.hvceliac.com Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Support Group ................... 331-0541 Chronic Pain Support Group (Mid-Hudson Valley) ..... 255-0671 Crohn’s Disease & Ulcerative Colitis Support ...............................................336-6590, 331-7802 or 339-6169 Community Cancer Awareness Meeting........................236-1660 Compassionate Friends of Hudson Valley .......................691-2111 Co-dependents Anonymous (CODA) ............................................ 255-6605 or 255-4072 or coda.org. Cooperative Parenting & Divorce: Shielding Your Children from Conflict ...................... 336-4747 Dealing with Difficult People, Stress in the Workplace Stress at Home ............................................................. 255-7957 Death Café Circle of Friends? ........................................802-0970 Debtor’s Anonymous ...............................................888-344-1990 Depression & Bipolar Support Group ........................................................473-2500 or 800-826-3632 Depression Anxiety Support Group ............................... 331-0541 Diabetes Support Group (New Paltz) .............................255-5094 Poughkeepsie .............................................................. 483-6066 Children – Poughkeepsie ..............................454-8500 x72486 Divorce Care Recovery & Support Group ..................... 382-2288 Divorce Support Group ................................................... 255-2701

5:30PM Public Menorah Lightings. Info: www. RhinebeckJewishCenter.com. Village Hall, Broadway, Red Hook. 5:30PM-7PM Rockin’ Rooks: Morton Youth Chess Club. Students in grades K - 12 are welcome to join for fun, learning, and tournament competition. Every Monday. Reg reqr’d. Info: 845-876-5810 or racersplace@hotmail.com. Morton Memorial Library, 82 Kelly St, Rhinecliff. 6PM Woman’s Interactive Community Group. Every Monday. Hiking, shopping, food tasting, events, and loving life. Reg reqr’d. Info: 1-877576-9931. Empowering Ellenville, 159 Canal St, Ellenville, free. 6:30PM Scrabble for all. Come join other Scrabble players in a companionable evening. Info: 845-254-5469. Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St, Pine Hill, free. 7PM Polar Express Night! Meets the 1st Monday of each month at 7pm. Hosted by Hudson Valley Railroad Society. Info: www.hydeparkstation.com or 229-2338. Hyde Park Train Station Museum, 38 River Rd, Hyde Park. 7PM Live @ The Falcon: Upstate Residency with Guillermo Klein, Rebecca Martin & Larry Grenadier. Guests are Chris Cheek and Mark Turner playing the tenor saxophone. Info: 845-236-7970 or www.liveatthefalcon.com. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro. 7PM Open Poetry. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. 8PM Monday Jazz Sessions: Avram Fefer Trio. Info: 845-202-7447. Quinn’s, 330 Main St, Beacon.

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Divorce Support Group – Moving On....................339-9090 x115 Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) ...........................706-2183 Eating Disorder Support Group ............................339-9090 x115 Eating Disorder Support Group .....................................489-4732 or email: edsupport@line.co Father’s of Kids w/Developmental Disabilities or Delays ............................................................................. 336-7235, x128 Father’s Rights Group ...................................................... 331-2662 Female Survivors of Sexual Violence ..............................340-3213 Fibromyalgia Support Group......................................... 240-6470 Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous .........781-321-9118 or 518-465-8860 or www.foodaddicts.org Gluten-Free Outings Group ............................................ 255-0671 Grandparent Connection for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren .............................................. 338-2980 HANDS (Hope After Neonatal Death through Sharing) 483-6683 Hepetitis C Support Group......................... 331-0541 or 331-6266 HIV Positive Women’s/ Men’s Support Groups ................................................ 607-436-9554 or 800-976-2727 Homicide Survivors Support Group................................ 452-1110 HOPE ................................................................................ 336-4747 Hospice Kids Group ...................................................... 338-CARE Independent Living Skills Group ................................... 331-0541 Kids Connection ................................................................334-3171 Kidology Support Group ................................................339-9090 LaLeche League Breast Feeding Support Group .................................................................. 657-8795 or 657-6471 Lesbian Women with Breast Cancer and their partners ................................................................................ 518-877-4314 LGBTQ Men’s Group .......................................................331-5300 Living with Cancer Support Group ................................ 784-3514 Living w/Lymphedema Support ................................... 437-3036 Look Good, Feel Better...........................................800-ACS-2345 Lyme Disease Support Groups 758-8187 or 876-1987 or 705-2622 Managing Defiant Behavior .................................473-2500 x309 Man-to-Man/Side-by-Side ...................................800-ACS-2345 Maternal Infant Services (Orange,Sullivan & Ulster) ..750-6265 Men’s Anger Management Support Group ..........339-9090 x115 Men’s Oncology Support .............. 339-2071 or 338-2500 x4453, Mended Hearts Cardiac Support Group ................845-905-2132 Mental Health Issues657-8314 or 339-9090x109 Mid-Hudson Crohn’s & Colitis ........................................339-6169 Migraines (Frequent) ..................................................... 688-2644 Mood Disorder Support Group....................................... 331-0541 Mom’s and Dad’s Support Group ................................... 334-4807 Mothers of Twins Club. ................................................... 679-6299 Multiple Sclerosis Support Group (Ulster County) ...... 331-0541 Moving On — Separation & Divorce Support Group for Women ..........................................................516-238-1282 or 679-2235 Multiple Sclerosis Support Group (Greene County) .............................................................................. 518-678-3405 Nar-Anon (Support for the family of addicts)................679-0431 Nar-Anon Support Group (New Paltz Area) for families & friends of substance abusers ...................................... 255-8801 Narcotics Anonymous ......................................................431-9011 New Baby, New Mom. ..................................................... 255-3300 New Mother Baby Circle/Gentle Care Doula Service ...255-6258 New Visions Group of Debtors Anonymous .................. 518-4560 Nicotine Anonymous 687-7892 or www.nicotine-anonymous.org. OCD Support Group ....................................................... 473-2500 Oncology Family Support.................................................334-3171 Ostomy Support .338-2500 x4542 or 334-3125; 800-ACS-2345 Ovarian Cancer Support .............................334-3171 or 339-2071 Overeaters Anonymous ..... 24 Hour Meeting Hotline 657-6603;

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9:30 AM-11 AM Tuesdays Together. A new program for toddlers (and younger) and their caretakers. It’s a playdate for everyone. We have toys and games galore. Info: 845-254-5469. Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St, Pine Hill, free. 9:30AM Serving and Staying in Place - Business Meeting. SSIP/New Paltz. Meeting for seniors who want to remain in their own home and community. Info: 255-5970. Plaza Diner, New Paltz. 10AM-11:30AM Parkinson’s Dance & Exercise Class. Led by Anne Olin. For people with PD & other neurological disorders. Groups are challenging, creative and fun! Info: 679-6250. $13/ oneclass or $20/two classes. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 207 Albany Ave, Kingston. 10AM Preschool Story Hour. Do a craft activity, read some books, do yoga, sing, make music together, and make a parade through the library. All are welcome! Info: 845-657-2482. Olive Free Library, 4033 New York 28A, West Shokan. 10AM-3PM Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Tuesday Trek - Jenny Lane Loop Hike 5-mile hike includes some hilly sections, two stream crossings and lots of walking on exposed bedrock. Reg. reqr’d. Info: 845-255-0752. Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Awosting Parking Area, New Paltz. 1PM-6PM NYS Health Marketplace Enrollment Assistance. Tuesdays, through February 10, 2015. Appointment Required! Call to make your

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............................................................www.MidHudsonOA.org Pain Management Support Group ................................ 532-6622 Panic-Anxiety Group ....................................................... 331-4965 Parent Assistance: Managing Defiant Behavior Support Group .............................................................................. 336-4747 x 131 Parents Helping Parents of Kids with Problems........... 336-4483 Parents of Children with ADD/ADHD............454-8500, x72486 Parents of Children with Diabetes ................................. 454-8500 Parents of Children with Hematology/Oncology .........................................................................454-8500 x72486 Parents of Incarcerated Youth ........................................ 473-2500 Parents Together for A-D/HD................................336-4747, x134 Parkinson’s Support Group ............................................. 255-0614 Parkinson’s (Young) Self-Help Group, Kingston Hospital ...................................................................................... 895-9096 Peer Support Group for Youth Ages 11-18 ..................... 473-2500 Perinatal Support Group ................... 876-3001 or 518-537-2400 Post Adoption Services ........................................ 457-5030 x3522 Postpartum Support Group Maternal Infant Services Network of Orange, Sullivan, and Ulster Counties, Inc ...........750-6265 Pregnancy Support Center ..............................................246-5445 Prison Families of Ulster County ....................................338-5756 Prostate Cancer Support Group (Man to Man) ..... 331-7241 or 338-9229 or 452-2932; 338-1805 or 338-1161 Raising Chilidren of Relatives (for Ulster County residents) ......................................................................................340-3990 Recovering Food Addicts...... 331-8948 or 247-0109 or 271-3467 Recurrence of Cancer ............................................800-ACS-2345 Red Hot Mama’s (Menopause) Support........................ 437-3046 Relatives as Parents Support Group ..............................340-3990 Road to Recovery ...................................................800-ACS-2345 Second Chance Stroke Support Group ...........................336-7235 Self-Care for Caregivers .....................................339-9090 ext 165 Separated and Divorced Roman Catholic Support Group .......................................................................................562-3012 Separated and Divorced Support Group ............................ 382-1626, 336-7658, or 382-1270, 871-3500 Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous ............................................. 518-292-0123 or www.slaafws.org Sexual Assault Victims Support Group ..........................340-3213 Single Parent Support Group ......................................... 255-7332 Singles with Cancer ...............................................338-2500, x443 Single Mother’s Support Group ...................................... 246-9211 Speak Out....................................................339-9090 x109 or x115 Spinal Cord Injury Association Support Group ........... 336-3500 Starting Now (New Stroke Program) ...................331-3131 x2805 Stop Smoking Support Group ........................................ 483-6394 Stroke Survivors Support Group ........................334-2700 x3283 Systemic Sclerosis - Scleroderma/Lupus Support Group ...................................................................................... 247-0600 ‘Take A Break’ Family Respite Group .................338-2500 x4453 TBI Survivor Support Group.......................................... 343-8100 Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group ........................................................278-7272 x300 or 297-7600 Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group RCAL, Kingston Location ..........................................................................................331-0541 UFOs Community Support Group ................................. 744-3143 Us Too/Man to Man ...............................................800-ACS-2345 Visually Impaired & Blind Support Group. ..........565-1162 x 202 Voices of Young Empowered Women Support Group (VYEWS) ................ 917-442-5996; goddesspresskingston@yahoo.com Weight Loss Surgery Support Group..............................679-2235 Weight Loss Surgery Peer Support Group (Mid-Hudson) ..................................................................331-2720 or 334-2761 Widows and Widowers of Ulster County ....................... 331-6262 Women’s Cancer Support Group ................................... 338-2500 Women’s Issues Support Group ............................339-9090 x115

appointment: 800-453-4666. Grinnell Library, 2642 East Main St, Wappingers Falls. 1PM Petite Picasso! Toddlers paint up a storm. Children should come “dressed for a mess” though smocks (and splat mats) are provided. Meets every Tuesday, 1pm. Info: 845-758-3241. Red Hook Public Library, 7444 S. Broadway, Red Hook, free. 4PM Early Reader Story Hour. Learning to read activities. Every Tuesday. Info: 845-679-2213 or www.woodstock.org. Woodstock Library, 5 Library Ln, Woodstock, free. 4:30PM-7PM Homework Help Center @ Grinnell Library. Program for children in grades Kindergarten through 6th. Participants will receive help with homework, assistance reading, studying and researching, as well as Library help. Reg reqr’d. Mondays- Thursdays. Info:845-2973428. Grinnell Library, 2642 East Main St, Wappingers Falls, free. 5:30PM Phoenicia Community Choir. Sing with your neighbors and prepare for concerts. No need to read music, no audition. On-going, Tuesdays, 5:30pm. Info: 845-688-2169. Wesleyan Church, basement, Main St, Phoenicia. 5:30PM Illumin8: Beacon Hebrew Alliance + BeaconArts Bicycle Menorah. Info: 845-831-2012 or www.beaconhebrewalliance.org. Polhill Park, Main St & Route 9D, Beacon. 6PM-7PM Free Meditation Practice at Sky Lake Shambhala Retreat Center. Meets every Tuesday, 6-7pm. Free and open to the public. Contact info: 845-658-8556 or www.skylake. shambhala.org. Sky Lake, 22 Hillcrest Ln, Rosendale.

6:30PM Craft Night. Make a toilet roll reindeer. Ages 8-13 and Create a snowman ornament. Ages 5-11.Info: 845-691-2275 or www.highlandlibrary. org. Highland Public Library, 30 Church St, Highland. 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-8:30PM Singing Just for Fun! New Paltz Community Singers. Everyone welcome, everyone gets to choose songs. Going 20+ years. Meets 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. Info: genecotton@gmail. com. Quaker Meeting House, 8 N. Manheim, New Paltz. 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 Open Mic with Cameron & Ryder. Info: 518-828-4800 or www.helsinkihudson.com. Club Helsinki Hudson, 405 Columbia St, Hudson. 8PM Walking the dog Theater presents:“A Christmas Carol”, by Charles Dickens. Performed by David Anderson, Directed by Ted Pugh. Solaris,360 Warren St, Hudson. Suggested donation: $0 - $30. 518- 610-0909. 8PM Salted Bros. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock

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Christmas Eve Dinner- Sonny Sings! Reservation required. Info: 845-876-0590 or www. therhinecliff.com. The Rhinecliff, 4 Grinnell St, Rhinecliff.

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 warm-ups, 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.

1PM-3PM Scrabble. Info: 845-876-4030 or www. starrlibrary.org. Starr Library, 68 W. Market St, Rhinebeck. 3PM Walking the dog Theater presents:“A Christmas Carol�, by Charles Dickens. Performed by David Anderson, Directed by Ted Pugh. Solaris,360 Warren St, Hudson. Suggested donation: $0 - $30. 518- 610-0909. 4:30PM-7PM Homework Help Center @ Grinnell Library. Program for children in grades Kindergarten through 6th. Participants will receive help with homework, assistance reading, studying and researching, as well as Library help. Reg reqr’d. Mondays- Thursdays. Info:845-2973428. Grinnell Library, 2642 East Main St, Wappingers Falls, free. 5PM Annual Kosher Chinese and Movie Night. Children’s Movie 5PM. Adult Movie 6:15PM Feature Film: The Yankles. RSVP. Info: 845-8767666 or www.RhinebeckJewishCenter.com. Starr Library, 68 W Market St, Rhinebeck.

9AM Waterman Bird Club Field Trip: FDR National Historic Site. Call: Adrienne @ 845-264-2015. Info: www.watermanbirdclub. org. FDR National Historic Site, Visitor Center Parking Lot, Hyde Park.

5PM Christmas Eve Worship Service. Family oriented when children find out the real meaning of Christmas. Info: 845-246-7802. Saugerties United Methodist Church, 67 Washington Ave, Saugerties.

10:30AM Plumower Toddler Story Time, with stories, songs, and art activities . Info: 845-6792211 or www.woodstock.org. Woodstock Library, 5 Library Lane, Woodstock.

5:30 PM Woodstock: Christian Centering Prayer and Meditation. On-going, every Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm Everyone welcome. 845-679-9534. First Churchof Christ, Scientist, 89 Tinker St, Woodstock.

11:30AM-12:30PM Lunch & Learn Series: YearEnd Holiday Party. Info: 845-471-0430. Hudson Valley Community Center, 110 S. Grand Ave, Poughkeepsie, $5 /lunch. 1PM-3PM Social Circle. Come with your craft or stichery project, have coffee and cake and enjoy some social interaction. Info: 845-254-5469. Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St, Pine Hill, free.

6PM Christmas Eve Dinner- Sonny Sings! Reservation required. Info: 845-876-0590 or www.therhinecliff.com. The Rhinecliff, 4 Grinnell St, Rhinecliff. 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. 7PM-11PM Rosendale Chess Club. Free admission-no dues. On-going every Wed, 7-11pm. Rosendale CafĂŠ, Rosendale. 7:30PM Christmas Eve Festival of Lessons & Carols. Info: info@olddutchchurch.org or 845-338-6759. Old Dutch Church, 272 Wall St, Kingston. 7:30 PM 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 Styleâ€? of close fourpart harmony. Guests are always welcome. Sight reading not required. Info: wwwnewyorkerschorus.org. St. Andrews Church, 110 Overlook St, Poughkeepsie. 8PM Christmas Eve Candlelight Service. Shady United Methodist Church, Church Rd, Shady. 8PM Dharma Bums. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony CafĂŠ @ 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 “Siegeâ€? Siegel. No cover or minimum! Info: 679-7969. Catskill Mountain Pizza Company, 51 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. 8:30PM Open Mic Blues Jam hosted by Petey Hop. Info: www.hydeparkbrewing.com or 229-8277. Hyde Park Brewing Company, 4076 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park. 9PM Christmas Eve Worship Service. Family oriented.Info: 845-246-7802. Saugerties United Methodist Church, 67 Washington Ave, Saugerties.

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10AM-3PM Boscobel’s Holiday House Tours (thru 12/31, Wednesday-Monday, 10am-3pm). Info: Boscobel.org or 845-265-3638. Each guided tour is approximately one hour in length and reservations are not necessary. Step back to a simpler time..the mansion itself is simply decorated with ribbons, greenery, flowers and fruit as it would have been in the early 1800s. Boscobel, Route 9D, Garrison, $17 /adults, free /6 & under. 11AM -4PM Boxing Day Brunch Bar & snack menuavailable from 4-10pm. Info: 845-876-0590 or www.therhinecliff.com. The Rhinecliff, 4 Grinnell St, Rhinecliff. 12:05PM-1:15PM Senior Basic Pilates with Christine Anderson. A floor work course promoting improvement of balance, coordina-

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John Burrough’s Natural History Society NYUD Christmas Bird Count. Participate in the longest running citizen science effort in the world. Contact Contact Peter Schoenberger (914 466-2707 or pdsis@yahoo.com ) or Mark DeDea (339-1277 or forsythnature@aol.com ) forassignment in the Ulster Dutchess count circle. Hudson Valley. Outing: Mt. Beacon, 5 miles, 1500’ - Difficult Hike. Leader: Tom Amisson Tamisson@aol.com. Hike or snowshoe up Mt Beacon to Casino and fire tower. Contact leader by email only. Info: www.MidHudsonADK.org. Beacon. MHADK

Waterman Bird Club Field Trip: Ulster/ Dutchess Christmas Bird Count (Northwestern Dutchess). Call: Mark @ 845-339-1277 if interested in helping out. Info: www.watermanbirdclub.org. FDR National Historic Site, Visitor Center Parking Lot, Hyde Park.

9AM Saugerties’ Christian Meditation. Meets every Saturday, 9-10:30am. All welcome. No charge. 246-3285. Trinity Episcopal Church, Rte 9W, Saugerties. 10AM-9PM Candlewax Recycling Drop-off. Open every Saturday, 10am-9pm. Candlewax in any condition to be recycled. Pachamama Store (near food court), Hudson Valley Mall, Kingston. 10AM-1PM Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Holiday Break Walk. Approximate four mile outing. Pre-registration is required. Info: 845-255-0752. Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Nature Center, Gardiner, $8 /per car. 10:30AM-1:30PM Teen Geek Here to Help! 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. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli. 10:30AM Super Saturday Story Adventures. Special guests and activities. Every Saturday. Info: 845-679-2213 or www.woodstock.org. Woodstock Library, 5 Library Ln, Woodstock, free. 12PM-2PM Children’s Holiday Tea. Everyone learns about the tradition of afternoon tea, when Victorian ladies and their gentlemen met for tea, refreshments and light conversation. Res reqr’d by 12/18. Info: www.mountgulian.org or 845-8318172. Mount Gulian Historic Site, Beacon. 12PM Gamers’ Lounge. Bring your laptop. Limited public laptops available on a first-comefirst-served basis. For kids 9 and up. No registration necessary. Info: 845-757-3771. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli. 1PM-4PM Holiday Tours at Wilderstein! Info: 845-876-4818 or www.wilderstein.org.

9AM-10:30AM 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.

$10 adults, $9 students/seniors, children under 12 free. The halls have been decked and the trees have been trimmed.Each room is decorated with a different yuletide theme.Decorated by many florists and designers.Tours every weekend through the end of the year, 1-4pm. Tours are selfguided. Wilderstein Historic Site, 330 Morton Rd, Hyde Park.

9 AM -5 PM Christmas Aboard The Polar Express! Tix at 866-468-7630 orwww.ticketweb. com/dowt. For more info 845-688-7400. OffPeak: Adult $34, Children (ages 2-11) $27. Peak: Adult $43, Children (ages 2-11) $33. Catskill Mountain RR, Westbrook Lane Station, Kingston.

2PM-3PM Hablemos Espa ol. A playgroup for boys and girls 5-8 that speak spanish. Read, make crafts, play and even cook to learn more about your traditions, art, history and culture. Every Saturday at 2PM. Info: 845-757-3771. Tivoli Free Library, 86 Broadway, Tivoli.

9AM-5PM Dragonfly Studio ...a gathering of fine crafters. Local artist work displayed and for sale; gourds, jewelry, photos, and much more. Open every Saturday 9am-5pm. Dragonfly Studio, 8 Yankee Folly Rd, New Paltz.

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Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock. 2:30 PM-6 PM Super Saturdays. Francesca Warnes will be on hand to offer arts and crafts, games, and fun. From time to time they’ll have special guest artists with different programs such as circus arts, nature walks. Info: 845.254.5469 or www.pinehillcommunitycenter.org. Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St, Pine Hill. 5PM-8PM Newburgh Last Saturday Art Event! A celebration of art, music, poetry and local shopping flavor! Stroll the neighborhood, see what’s new, stay awhile! The last Saturday of every month, shops and galleries open until 8pm and sometimes later. Liberty Street, GrandStreet Ann Street & Broadway, Newburgh. 6PM Teen Groups with Jake. Sat. evenings. For kids to hang out and play games, fooze ball, basket ball etc. Info: 1-877-576-9931. Empowering Ellenville, 159 Canal St, Ellenville, free. 7PM “Pulling Down the Walls of Jericho.” A joyful assembly. Rev. Dr. Gabrial & Grace Akinbode and the entire Congregation. Info: 845-7586283. Red Hook United Methodist Church, 4 Church St, Red Hook. 7PM Live @ The Falcon: Frank Vignola. Info: 845-236-7970 or www.liveatthefalcon.com. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro. 7:30PM Saturday Night Live Music & Noodles. 2nd set at 9pm.No cover, $5 donations to musicians recommended. Info: 845-255-8811 or www. GKnoodles.com. Gomen-Kudasai Noodle Shop, Rite Aid Plaza, New Paltz. 8PM Professor Louie & The Crowmatix. With special guests celebrate the music of Rick Danko. Info: 845-679-4406. Bearsville Theater, 291 Tinker St, Woodstock, $25. 8PM Matishayu: “Festival of Light.” Matisyahu known for his Jewish-themed alternative reggae rap. Info: 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster. com. Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center, 1351 Kings Hwy, Sugar Loaf, $49, $30, $29. 8PM Bluefood. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock 9PM Bruce Katz Band. Info: 518-828-4800 or www.helsinkihudson.com. Club Helsinki Hudson, 405 Columbia St, Hudson. 9PM-11:30PM Duo Loco; Studio Stu & Mark Dziuba. Info: 845-658-3164. Market Market Café, 1 Madeline Ln, Rosendale. 9PM Riverfront Music Series. Live music featuring local singers and songwriters every Fri. and Sat. Info: 845-876-7442. China Rose, 1 Shatzell Ave, Rhinecliff, free.

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snow conditions. Leader: Russ Faller 845-2975126 (before 9:30PM) or russoutdoors@yahoo. com. Intermediate level x-c ski or moderately paced hike. Location & mileage TBD. Info: www. MidHudsonADK.org. Hudson Valley. 9 AM -5 PM Christmas Aboard The Polar Express! Tix at 866-468-7630 orwww.ticketweb. com/dowt. For more info 845-688-7400. OffPeak: Adult $34, Children (ages 2-11) $27. Peak: Adult $43, Children (ages 2-11) $33. Catskill Mountain RR, Westbrook Lane Station, Kingston. 10AM Sunday Brunch @ The Falcon: The Pete Levin’s All Star Jazz + Blues Brunch. Featuring Rob Paporozzi, Pete Levin, John Tropea, and

Lee Finkelstein. Info: 845-236-7970 or www. liveatthefalcon.com. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro. 10:30AM-12:30PM Free Meditation Practice at Sky Lake Shambhala Retreat Center. 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 Mornings in Service of Sacred Unity. Every 2nd and 4th Sunday. Guided by Amy McTear, Joseph Jastrab, Dahila Bartz Cabe & other musical guests. Info: 845-2551559 or www.unisonarts.org. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz, $10. 11AM-4PM Artisan & Farm Shop. Local farmers and artisans offer their goods. Sundays, weekly through April. Info: 845-527-5672 or cbco-

frosendale@gmail.com. Creative Co-op, Main St, Rosendale. 1PM-4PM Holiday Tours at Wilderstein! Info: 845-876-4818 or www.wilderstein.org. $10 adults, $9 students/seniors, children under 12 free. The halls have been decked and the trees have been trimmed.Each room is decorated with a different yuletide theme.Decorated by many florists and designers.Tours every weekend through the end of the year, 1-4pm. Tours are self-guided. Wilderstein Historic Site, 330 Morton Rd, Hyde Park. 3PM Dulce Domun. An adaptation by Amie Brockway of the classic novel, Wind in the Willows, by Kenneth Grahame, tells the story of friendship and adventure from a rodent’s perspective. Info: 845-586-1660 or www.theopeneyetheater.org. Open Eye Theatre, 960 Main St, Margaretville. 4PM-6PM Woodstock Community Drum Circle. Drummers on The Green are hosted by Birds of

December 18, 2014 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. 7PM Live @ The Falcon: Larry Moses’ Latin Jazz Explosion. Info: 845-236-7970 or www. liveatthefalcon.com. The Falcon, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro. 7PM “Pulling Down the Walls of Jericho.” A joyful assembly. Rev. Dr. Gabrial & Grace Akinbode and the entire Congregation. Info: 845-7586283. Red Hook United Methodist Church, 4 Church St, Red Hook. 8PM Steve Geraci. Info: 845-679-3484. Harmony Café @ Wok ‘n Roll, 50 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock 8PM NRBQ Holiday Show & The Whole Wheat Horns. Info: 845-679-4406 or www.bearsvilletheater.com. Bearsville Theater, 291 Tinker St, Woodstock, $25.

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 October 21, 2014, approved by the County Executive on November 18, 2014, and filed with the State of New York on November 28, 2014, 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: December 18, 2014 Kingston, New York Victoria A. Fabella, Clerk Ulster County Legislature Local Law Number 5 Of 2014 County Of Ulster A Local Law Amending Local Law No. 2 Of 2006 (A Local Law Adopting A County Charter Form Of Government For The County Of Ulster, State Of New York) And Amending Local Law No. 10 Of 2008 (A Local Law Adopting An Administrative Code For The County Of Ulster, State Of New York), To Update The Term Of Membership To The Environmental Management Council BE IT ENACTED, by the County Legislature of the County of Ulster, New York, as follows: SECTION 1. LEGISLATIVE INTENT AND FINDINGS. The Ulster County Legislature finds that the respective members of the Environmental Management Council have dedicated their time and energy to the preservation and protection of Ulster County’s largest asset, it’s environment and should be allowed to continue to service devoid of unnecessary statutory restrictions. As required by Section 47-0105 of the New York State Environmental Conservation Law, these members represent the City, Town and Village Conservation Advisory Councils within the County as recommended by the leaders of these communities. SECTION 2. Section C-111 of the Ulster County Charter is AMENDED to read as follows: “There shall be an Ulster County Environmental Management Council comprised of one member from each city, town and village environmental council and commission within the County, nominated by the governing body of that city, town or village and appointed by the County Executive with the confirmation of the Legislature for a term of three years, and up to an equal number of at-large appointees appointed by the County Executive with the confirmation of the Legislature for a term of three years, and the County Director of Planning, serving ex officio. The presiding officer of the Environmental Management Council shall be chosen annually by its members from among their members but shall not be an employee of the County of Ulster. Members of the Ulster County Environmental Management Council shall receive no compensation for services rendered but shall be entitled to their reasonable and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their duties, within appropriations made for such purposes”, SECTION 3. SECTION A35-1 of the Ulster County Administrative Code is hereby AMENDED to read to read as follows: “There shall be an Ulster County Environmental Management Council comprised of one member from each city, town and village environmental council and commission within the County, nominated by the governing body of that city, town or village and appointed by the County Executive with the confirmation of the Legislature for a term of three years, and up to an equal number of at-large appointees appointed by the County Executive with the confirmation of the Legislature for a term of three years, and the County Director of Planning, serving ex officio. The presiding officer of the Environmental Management Council shall be chosen annually by its members from among their members but shall not be an employee of the County of Ulster. Members of the Ulster County Environmental Management Council shall receive no compensation for services rendered but shall be entitled to their reasonable and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their duties, within appropriations made for such purposes”, SECTION 4. SEVERABILITY In the event that any portion of this local law is found to be invalid, such finding will not have any effect on either the remaining portions or applications of this local law or any provisions of the Ulster County Charter, which shall remain

in full force and effect. SECTION 5. EFFECTIVE DATE. This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the New York State Secretary of State and shall not affect the current term of any existing member. Adopted by the County Legislature: October 21, 2014 Approved by the County Executive: November 18, 2014 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 October 21, 2014, approved by the County Executive on November 18, 2014, and filed with the State of New York on November 28, 2014, 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: December 18, 2014 Kingston, New York Victoria A. Fabella, Clerk Ulster County Legislature Local Law Number 6 Of 2014 County Of Ulster A Local Law To Establish A Sustainable Energy Loan Program In The County Of Ulster BE IT ENACTED, by the County Legislature of the County of Ulster, New York, as follows: SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE This Local Law shall be known as the “Energize NY Benefit Financing Program”, and shall read as follows: SECTION 2. LEGISLATIVE INTENT AND PURPOSE A. It is the policy of both the County of Ulster and the State of New York to achieve energy efficiency and renewable energy goals, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, mitigate the effect of global climate change, and advance a clean energy economy. The County of Ulster finds that it can fulfill this policy by providing property assessed clean energy financing to property owners for the installation of renewable energy systems and energy efficiency measures. This Local Law establishes a program that will allow the Energy Improvement Corporation (“EIC”), a local development corporation, acting on behalf of the County of Ulster, to make funds available to qualified property owners that will be repaid by such property owners through charges on the real properties benefited by such funds, thereby fulfilling the purposes of this section and fulfilling an important public purpose. B. The County of Ulster is authorized to implement this Energize NY Benefit Financing Program pursuant to Article 5-L of the New York General Municipal Law. C. This Local Law shall be known and may be cited as the “Energize NY Benefit Financing Program Law of the County of Ulster”. SECTION 3. DEFINITIONS For purposed of this Local Law, and unless otherwise expressly stated or unless the context requires, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated: a. Authority – The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, as defined by subdivision two of section eighteen hundred fifty-one of the public authorities law, or its successor. b. County – County of Ulster, State of New York c. EIC – The Energy Improvement Corporation, a local development corporation, duly organized under section fourteen hundred eleven of the Not-For-Profit Corporation Law, authorized hereby on behalf of the County to implement the Energize NY Benefit Financing Program by providing funds to qualified property owners (as defined in this chapter) and providing for repayment of such funds from monies collected by the County tax collector as a charge to be levied on the real property and collected in the same manner and same form as the County taxes. d. Energy Audit – A formal evaluation or “assessment” of the energy consumption of a permanent building or structural improvement to real property, conducted by a contractor certified by the Authority, or certified by a certifying entity approved by the Authority, for the purpose of identifying appropriate energy efficiency improvements that could be made to the property. e. Energy Efficiency Improvement – Any renovation or retrofitting of a building to reduce energy consumption, such as window and door replacement, lighting, caulking, weather strip-

ping, air sealing, insulation, and heating and cooling system upgrades, and similar improvements, determined to be cost-effective pursuant to criteria established by the Authority, not including lighting measures or household appliances that are not permanently fixed to real property. f. Qualified Property Owner – An owner of residential or commercial real property located within the boundaries of the County that is determined to be eligible to participate in the Energize NY Benefit Financing Program under the procedures for eligibility set forth under this Local Law. g. Renewable Energy System – An energy generating system for the generation of electric or thermal energy, to be used primarily as such property, by means of solar thermal, solar photovoltaic, wind, geothermal, anaerobic digester gas-to-electricity systems, fuel cell technologies, or other renewable energy technology approved by the Authority not including the combustion or pyrolysis of solid waste. h. Renewable Energy System Feasibility Study – A written study, conducted by a contractor certified by the Authority, or certified by a certifying entity approved by the Authority, for the purpose of determining the feasibility of installing a renewable energy system. SECTION 4. ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ENERGIZE NY BENEFIT FINANCING PROGRAM A. An Energize NY Benefit Financing Program is hereby established by the County, whereby EIC acting on its behalf, may provide funds to Qualified Property Owners in accordance with the procedures set forth under this Local Law, to finance the acquisition, construction and installation of Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvements and the verification of the installation of such systems and improvements. B. The funds provided shall not exceed the lesser of ten percent (10%) of the appraised value of the real property where the Renewable Energy Systems and / or Energy Efficiency Improvements will be located, or the actual cost of installing the Renewable Energy Systems and / or Energy Efficiency Improvements, including the costs of necessary equipment, materials, and labor and the cost of verification of such systems and improvements. SECTION 5. PROCEEDURES OF ELIGIBILITY A. Any property owner in the County may submit an application to EIC on such forms as have been prepared by EIC and made available to property owners on the website of EIC and on the Ulster County Government website. B. Every application submitted by a property owner shall be reviewed by EIC acting on behalf of the County, which shall make a positive or negative determination on such application based upon the criteria for making a financing enumerated in subsection A of section 6 of this Local Law. EIC may also request further information from the property owner where necessary to aid in its determination. C. If a positive determination on an application is made by EIC acting on behalf of the County, the property owner shall be deemed a Qualified Property Owner and shall be eligible to participate in the Energize NY Benefit Financing Program in accordance with the procedure set forth under section 7 of this Local Law; provided that in no case shall a property owner that has received funds from another municipal corporation for the acquisition, construction and installation of Energy Efficiency Improvements and /or Renewable Energy Systems be deemed a Qualified Property Owner. SECTION 6. APPLICATION CRITERIA A. Upon the submission of an application, EIC acting on behalf of the County, shall make a positive or negative determination on such application based upon the following criteria for the making of a financing: 1. The proposed Energy Efficiency Improvement and / or Renewable Energy Systems are determined to be cost effective by the Authority; 2. The proposed Energy Efficiency Improvements and / or Renewable Energy Systems will generate an estimated annual cost savings greater than the annual charge payments; 3. Sufficient funds are available to provide to the property owner; 4. The property owner is current in payments on any existing mortgage; 5. The property owner is current in payments on any existing real property taxes and has been current on real property taxes for the previous three years; and 6. Such additional criteria, not inconsistent with the criteria set forth above, as the County, or EIC acting on its behalf, may set from time to time. SECTION 7. OPT-IN, ENERGIZE FINANCE AGREEMENT A. A Qualified Property Owner may participate in the Energize NY Benefit Financing Program through the execution of an Energize Finance

Agreement made by and between the Qualified Property Owner and EIC, acting on behalf of the County. B. Upon execution of the Energize Finance Agreement, the Qualified Property Owner shall be eligible to receive funds from EIC acting on behalf of the County, for the acquisition, construction, and installation of qualifying Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvements; provided the requirements of section 8 of this Local Law have been met. C. The Energize Finance Agreement shall include the terms and conditions of repayment set forth under section 9 of this Local Law. SECTION 8. ENERGY AUDIT, RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEM FEASIBILITY STUDY A. No funds shall be made available for Energy Efficiency Improvements unless determined to be appropriate through an Energy Audit as defined in Section 3. B. No funds shall be made available for a Renewable Energy System unless determined to be feasible through a Renewable Energy System Feasibility Study as defined in Section 3. C. The cost of such Energy Audit and / or Renewable Energy System Feasibility Study shall be borne solely by the property owner but may be included in the financed amount if the work is approved. SECTION 9. TERMS AND CONDITIONS REPAYMENT The Energize Finance Agreement between the Qualified Property Owner and EIC acting on behalf of the County, shall set forth the terms and conditions of repayment in accordance with the following: A. The principal amount of the funds paid to the Qualified Property Owner hereunder, together with the interest thereon, shall be paid by the property owner as a charge on their real property tax bill and shall be levied and collected at the same time and in the same manner as County taxes, provided that such charge shall be separately listed on the tax bill. The County shall make payment to EIC or its designee in the amount of all such separately listed charges within thirty (30) days of the County real property tax due date. B. The term of such repayment shall be determined at the time the Energize Finance Agreement is executed by the property owner and EIC, provided that in no case shall the term exceed the weighted average of the useful life of the systems and improvements as determined by EIC acting on behalf of the County. C. The rate of interest for the charge shall be fixed by EIC acting on behalf of the County at the time the Energize Finance Agreement is executed by the property owner and EIC. D. The charge shall constitute a lien upon the real property benefited by the Energize NY Benefit Financing Program and shall run with the land. A transferee of title to the benefited real property shall be required to pay any future installments, including interest thereon. SECTION 10. VERIFICATION AND REPORT A. EIC shall be responsible for verifying and reporting to the County on the installation and performance of Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvements financed by such program. B. The County shall verify and report on the installation and performance of Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvements financed by the Energize NY Benefit Financing Program in such form and manner as the Authority may establish. SECTION 11. EFFECTIVE DATE This Local Law shall take effect upon filing with the Secretary of State. Adopted by the County Legislature: October 21, 2014 Approved by the County Executive: November 18, 2014 LEGAL NOTICE Section I Notice to Bidders The Board of Trustees of Ulster County Community College (in accordance with Section 103 of Article 5-A of the General Municipal Law) hereby invites the submission of sealed bids for the Heat Exchanger Replacement. Bids will be received until 11:00 am the 29th of December, 2014 at the Dean of Administration Office in 212 Clinton Hall, at which time and place all bids will be opened publicly. Specifications and bid form may be obtained from the same office, 845-687-5109 or tagliafn@sunyulster. edu. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Any bid submitted will be binding for 30 days subsequent to the date of bid opening. Dated: December 15, 2014 AA/EOE

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EARLY DEADLINES The classified deadline will be early for the next 2 weeks. Our deadline will be:

Monday, December 22nd at 12 noon and

Monday, December 29th at 12 noon Please call

845.334.8200 to place your ad today!

PRE-SCHOOL TEACHER ASSISTANT needed PART-TIME in a well-established Pre-School/childcare program (ages 2-5), in Gardiner. Experience in an educational background necessary. References and resume required. Call (845)255-6155.

HELP WANTED

Assisting the Facilities Manager Shoveling snow from walkways and building entrance for inclement weather conditions.

• $15.00 per hour. • Call Center for Spectrum Services (Brian @ (845) 336-2616 x114) for further details.

• Visit www.centerforspectrumservices.org to download an application or stop by 70 Kukuk Lane, Kingston, NY to complete an application

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SUBSTITUTE TEACHING AIDE WANTED

HOME ATTENDANT NEEDED PT. Weekdays, Weekends, Evenings Shifts. $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. 845688-3052. No calls before 9 a.m. or after 8 p.m. LPN/MEDICAL ASSISTANT F/T, P/T for a country family practice in Gardiner. Looking for the right person to join a great staff Please fax resume to: (845)255-5854 or send e-mail to: goldmanfp1@aol.com by 12/26/14

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EXPERIENCED HOUSE/PETSITTER AVAILABLE immediately. Mature woman writer & holistic practitioner- pets receive hands-on energy. Own car. Community affiliations. References. (240)355-9854, spica_arcturus@yahoo.com leave phone & best times to contact you.

opportunities

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. 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 businesses– contact us for our annual ad rates- 845527-4100.

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Called as needed. Work around your schedule. College students welcome. For preschool program for young children with and without disabilities. Must have exp. with young children in a group setting.

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

Send a letter of interest and resume:

CERTIFIED AIDE LOOKING FOR PRIVATE CARE

40 PARK LANE, HIGHLAND, NY 12528 FAX (845) 883-6452 ATT: Jo-Ann Frisina

for elderly. 10 years experience. Live-in or hourly. References available. Ulster County area.

EARLY EDUCATION CENTER

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

Chainsaw operator/experience required.

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NEEDED: Foster Homes for Kittens. If you have the time (little is needed) and space to foster kittens, our organization will provide kitten food and if necessary, medical attention for these wonderful beings. Please call (917)282-2018 if you are interested in this rewarding endeavor.

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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.

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(845)901-8513 SENIOR CARE SERVICES. Private duty w/20 years experience. ALL SERVICES AVAILABLE including medication reminders. Available 24-7. 2 hour minimum visit. $12-$15 hourly. References. 845-235-6701.

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Effective & Exceptionally Caring Tutor ENGLISH, WRITING, SPANISH NYS Certified English teacher and tutor for 20+ years. All aspects of English, special emphasis on writing. All levels Spanish. Compassionate, intuitive teacher with outstanding track record of student success.

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WE BUY HOUSES! CASH PAID, QUICK CLOSINGS! Will look at any condition properties. We are the largest private buyer of homes in Ulster County and can provide references. Please call Dan @ Winn Realty Associates, LLC, 845/514-2500 or email dan@winn-realty.com.

A great opportunity for anyone looking in Saugerties for a SPACIOUS 3-BR, 2 BATH RAISED RANCH w/open floor plan in a residential neighborhood close to an elementary school. Extras include an oversized 2-car heated garage, DR leading to large deck overlooking landscaped backyard w/shed. Overlook Realty, 845-246-5671 or 845-3992022 for details. Asking $179,900.

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PRIVATE BUYER (non-realtor) SEEKING PROPERTY to purchase, MUST HAVE NATURAL WATERFALL. 2-10 acres needed. Maybe subdivide? Can be either a vacant, SECLUDED parcel of land, OR property w/a house with a natural, private waterfall (w/ year-round views, NOT just seasonal). Must be secluded (absolutely no homes in view), AND MUST BE WITHIN 10 MINUTES DRIVE TO WOODSTOCK. CASH OFFERED, CAN CLOSE IMMEDIATELY! Contact: sabe1970@yahoo.com.au w/photos/info. or call (518)965-7223.

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NEW PALTZ: OFFICE/PROFESSIONAL SPACE. Beautiful Soho loft-like space w/ brick walls & new large windows. 71 Main Street. Best downtown location. Faces Main Street. Great light. $499/month. Call owner (917)838-3124. steven@epicsecurity.com NEW PALTZ: OFFICE SPACE available Jan. 1, 2015. 300 sq.ft. Close to Main St. $550/mo. plus heat. First mo. rent plus 1 mo. security. Call/leave mess. 845-594-4433. (owner/broker - no fee). New Paltz: Office suite approx 12x12, excellent W & N facing windows; A/C, Heat, electric & off-street parking included. Opposite NP Trailways. $475/mo, sec & refs required. Call Harris Safier, Broker/ Owner, Westwood Metes & Bounds Realty, Ltd 914-388-3351. WOODSTOCK: COMMERCIAL SPACE AVAILABLE. Rt. 212. Ground level. Great for office or retail space. Across from The Woodstock Playhouse. Approximately 600 plus sq.ft. Call Joanne (845)679-0031.

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WINTER STORAGE: Autos, small boats, RV’s. $100 & up per month. Call 246-4517.

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gardiner/ modena/ plattekill rentals

GARDINER/NEW PALTZ: 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT: Great views. Deck, storage. $950/month plus utilities. Call (914)4752833.

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highland/ clintondale rentals

EFFICIENCY: UTILITIES INCLUDED. No pets. Country setting. Quiet. Available now. 5 miles from New Paltz. Call 845-8830072.

ULSTER PUBLISHING POLICY It is illegal for anyone to: ...Advertise or make any statement that indicates a limitation or preference based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, handicap (disability), age, marital status or sexual orientation. Also, please be advised that language that indicates preference (i.e. “working professionals,” “single or couple,” “mature...professional,” etc.) is considered to be discriminatory. To avoid such violations of the Fair Housing Law, it is best to describe the apartment to be rented rather than the person(s) the advertiser would like to attract. This prohibition against discriminatory advertising applies to single family and owner-occupied housing that is otherwise exempt from the Fair Housing Act.

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HUDSON RIVER views & frontage is yours. Secluded, romantic and hidden at the end of a private road. Watch the seasons change as the ships pass and Mother Nature abounds. If you’re a bird watcher you’ll want to call this home. Open floor plan with soaring cathedral ceilings in living room. Upper level offers large master suite. Newly renovated cooks kitchen with AGA stove, custom cabinets, wine cooler & walk-in pantry. 3 season porch leads to the deck, patio & hot tub. Too much to list, this is a must see! $645,000

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Classic in design, exceptional for today’s living requirements! 4 BR, 2.5 Bath Colonial situated on a private ½ acre in Hillside Acres. Kitchen / family room with up to date custom made features including built-in kitchen benches, oversized windows, crown molding, wood-burning fireplace, sliders to screened porch, decking, amazingly landscaping, pergola... OMG!! Upstairs offers a master BR en suite – brand new oversized shower, fabulous built-ins add a touch of elegance to this dream home! $349,900

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Historic old brick Colonial Farmhouse. Looking for a home with history? Early american touches you will adore with all the modern conveniences. This 5 bedroom home with 2 baths sits on 2.2 acres boasts a spectacular, covered front porch. Inside has 3,396 sq.ft. with hardwood floors and old style charm. A must see, call for an appointment today! $399,900

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River Views | Sauger es | $850,000 Rare opportunity to own a perfect residence on the Hudson River in Sauger es, built with a modern sensibility & quality workmanship. Contiguous with over 150 Convenient To All | New Paltz | $350,000 acres of proAlmost 2 acres of lawn for gardening or play. Open contected state cept newer kitchen/dining area addi on w/custom wood land with river cabinets, ceramic floors and solid surface counters. Finfrontage and ished walkout basement divided into a large summer the rights to 2 kitchen & 2 bedrooms w/storage areas. With sunny deck, docks. Expansive views of historic mansions, passing ships this home has lots to offer its new owners. & Tivoli Bay. Minutes from AMTRAK.

Quality construction & craftsmanship describe this well built Farmhouse / Colonial. Manicured perennial gardens, a covered rocking chair porch, freshly painted exterior, wide plank floors, crown molding, granite/ marble counters, and stainless steel appliances highlight this sophisticated yet casual home. Great flow from spacious LR w/ fireplace & french doors to light, bright kitchen w/ custom cabinets to warmly lighted DR designed for entertaining. $495,000

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Monday, December 22nd at 12 noon and

Monday, December 29th at 12 noon Please call

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Planta on Style Home | Sauger es | $675,000 A long drive leads to this private, spacious home with a wrap-around porch perfect for evening refreshments overlooking the grounds. Vaulted foyer provides an elegant welcome. Huge living room with a gourmet eat-in kitchen opens to large back porch for grilling & in-ground pool with stamped concrete pa o.

Bed & Breakfast | New Paltz | $700,000 The Inn at Orchard Heights. Flourishing Queen Anne Victorian vaca on des na on, in the very heart of New Paltz Village. Over a decade in business w/regular & repeat clientele. Prime loca on: blocks from Trailways Bus Depot & SUNY New Paltz. Convenient to the Gunks rock, Mohonk Mountain House & Walkway over the Hudson.

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www.villagegreenrealty.com 845-331-5357 845-255-0615 845-687-4355 518-734-4200 845-679-2255

Coldwell Banker Village Green Realty fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker Logo are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC.

HIGHLAND EFFICIENCIES at villabaglieri.com Furnished motel rooms w/micro, refrig, HBO & WiFi, all utilities. $135-$175 Weekly, $500-$660 Monthly, w/kitchenettes $185 or $200 weekly, $700 or $760 monthly + UC Taxes & Security. No pets. 845.883.7395.

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MARLBORO; SPACIOUS 1-BEDROOM GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT. Open floor plan. $895/month. ALSO, 1-BEDROOM furnished/unfurnished, sec-

1-BEDROOM APARTMENT in private home. Includes utilities, cable and high speed internet. Walking distance to SUNY and town. No pets or smokers. $1000/month, 1½ month security. Available immediately. Call (914)475-9834. 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT; $800/ month plus utilities & security. 5 miles to New Paltz. Pet friendly. Security & references required. Call (845)978-2804, (845)5917285.

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$1000/month includes hot water, heat, plowing and garbage removal. 800 sq.ft. w/ good closet space. No pets, no smokers. First month rent plus one month security. Call/ leave message 845-594-4433. (owner/broker - no fee).

Classic Ar sts Retreat | Woodstock | $619,000 Private and enchan ng property to inspire! Create in either the studio workshop or make music in the separate music studio. Surrounded by the Catskill Mountains, and less than 5 minutes to Woodstock Village. Breathtaking year-round views of the changing seasons out every window of the home.

ond floor. $950/month. Both: Heat & electric included. Suitable for 1 or 2. No dogs. No smokers. References. Security. (845)7955778.

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TWO 2-BEDROOMS. Smaller one; $1000/ month plus utilities, separate entrance, on first floor, gas fireplace. Larger one; $1200/ month plus utilities, wood floors BOTH: full bath, good light. Available now. NO SMOKING, NO DOGS. 5 minutes by car outside village. Please call (845)255-5355.

Commercial Bank | East Durham | $199,000 Branch bank built in 2000 complete with drive throughs. Loca on has excellent visibility on Rte. 145 and Elliot Place in Durham adjacent to Glaxo Smith Kline. Great for any business requiring a high traffic area. Excellent condi on throughout. Beau fully landscaped with superb exterior ligh ng.

STUDIO APARTMENT. $700/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)2555319.

3-BEDROOM, FIRST FLOOR. $1550/ month includes all utilities. Off-street parking. Available immediately. No smokers. Annual lease, security & references required. Call (561)818-2170. 4-BEDROOM HOUSE FOR RENT. 2 baths, large family room, fully carpeted, modern house, spotless, private country setting. 3 miles from New Paltz. $2000/month plus utilities. No pets. References, security required. 845-255-8610.

Quiet residential area, close to SUNY New Paltz; 2-BEDROOMS FOR RENT in large 3-bedroom apartment. $500/month/room plus shared utilities. First, last, security, references, lease. On-site parking. Available immediately. No pets. No smoking. 845255-7187.

4-BEDROOM SPACIOUS HOME FOR RENT! $2500/month plus utilities & security. 4-bedrooms, 3 full bathroom, 3 acreswooded estate w/lawn, jacuzzi tub, gorgeous woods views, 2 outdoor decks, carport & room for parking next to house. Washer/dryer. Woodburning fireplace. Tranquil country setting. Minutes from hiking, Minnewaska, Mohonk & Town of New Paltz. No smoking. Pets allowed w/extra security deposit. Available January 1. (201)836-6085. igmc@ aol.com

1-BEDROOM APARTMENT available 1/15 at Village Arms. Top floor, end unit w/view of Mohonk. 1 mile to town. On bus route.

GREAT 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT for rent, close to Main St. Located in a quiet neighborhood, off Rte. 32 North, across

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Well the December holidays are upon us again and I always try to keep a sense of humor during this season because I hear that some people get depressed. So try this on: What do you call a kid who doesn’t believe in Santa? Answer - a rebel without a Claus. What do you call a broke Santa? Saint-NICKEL-LESS of course! What do you call Santa’s helpers? Subordinate Clauses! Our manager Mitch, offered this tidbit; my mother once gave me two sweaters for Hanukkah. The next time we visited, I made sure to wear one. When she saw me instead of smiling, she said, “What’s the matter? You didn’t like the other one?” Now smile and check these homes out:

GIVE THE GIFT OF HOME! It’s where we all want to be for the holidays - Gathered with family and friends Making memories that will last a lifetime! For over 35 years, Westwood’s team of trusted Real Estate advisers has been helping to make this dream a reality for thousands of home buyers. Our carefully considered buying and selling strategies can get you there. Where memories are made!

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WOODSTOCK MID-CENTURY - Bring your own taste and style to this classic c. 1954 cedar sided one level “modern” home nestled on park-like 2+ acres just a mile to town. Features include HW floors, vaulted ceilings, pocket doors, brick fireplace in LR, original builtins, open plan kitchen with retro cabinetry, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, finished lower level with garage. Add’l land available. Super location warrants further investment! ...........$269,900

STREAMSIDE CHARM- Beautiful 2 acre country setting (2 lots!) with 400’ frontage on year-round Lucaskill stream at end of quiet cul-de-sac. This easy living one level home features hardwood floors, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, spacious EIK with new appliances & cozy brick fireplace, LR with gas stove, ensuite MBR, walk-in pantry, deck and attached garage. Protected lands across stream add value! .............................................$229,900

Wait until you see this sstatuesque Victorian with a beautiful turret, just minutes fro om Belleayre Ski Center, Pine Lake, from and a short walk to PPine ine Hill and the new Farm-to-Table Restaurant. Freshly painted, paainted, it has a new GAF Timberline roof, the kitchen and baths have been updated and an on demand hot water system installed. The turret holds a family room on the firstt floor and a bedroom on the second, 5 bedrooms total! The kitchen k is chock-full of cabinets plus a pantry. Lynn Davidso on says that this lovely home would Davidson make a fabulous B & B. Backed up by DEP land, rear privacy is insured. Call for a vie ewing! $134,000!!! viewing!

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

ALL ABOUT LOCAT LOCATION TION • MASSIVE PRICE REDUCTION! It’s the “Gateway to Woodstock” Woodstock” commercial location on the corner of Rt. 28 and Rt. Superb business opportunity oppportunity with very high visibility on the corner of 2 well-traveled roads and a history of very successful businesses. The one story building has 2 offices with 2 outside entrances that have used for many years as Real Estate office and a Insurance office. On ½ an acre the building is 1,540 wired sq. ft. with 3 bathrooms, wi ired for business telephone lines, fax and computers! This property has potentia al as an investment or almost any type of business, potential professional office space, retail and more. Call Richard Miller or Mary Ellen VanWagenen $299,000

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WATERFRONT GEM- Swim, fish & kayak from your own Esopus Creek front!! Handcrafted charm abounds in this unique 3100 SF POST & BEAM charmer nestled on 8+ waterfront acres in the heart of the Catskills. Expansive 28 ft. LR, DR, kitchen with curved bar, high beamed ceilings, pine floors, handcrafted detail, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 26 ft. family/ media room, French doors, patio and detached garage. ENCHANTING! ................... $319,000

WOODSTOCK CONTEMPO- Delightful country contemporary hidden on 5 naturally landscaped acres offers 2500+ SF & features 4 BRs incl. 2 ensuite MBRs, 3.5 baths, wide open floor plan with cathedral Great Room w/ gorgeous stone fireplace, hardwood floors, family/media room, country kitchen w/ island, dining room opens to breezy screened porch then on to large deck. Full walk out lower level expands the living space!................$479,000

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SUNSHINE ON A CLOUDY DAY…. Nestled in the hills of Woodstock is a delightful 3 bedroom 2 bath contemporary home that will capture your heart. Filled with light even on a cloudy day! Wonderfully sited on 4.1 acres with a long drive leading to the house and is totally private from the road. Beautifully landscaped with a meadow, orchard with fruit trees, ramps and nettles plot, there are seasonal views of the mountains and the reservoir, all with the southern exposure. The Kitchen has stainless appliances, granite counters, solid maple cabinets, plus a utility room with a pantry, and a washer and dryer. The Master Suite has sliders to the deck and a bamboo vaulted ceiling, large walk-in custom closet, and a Jacuzzi in the bathroom. This is a home truly worth seeing, so call Lynn Davidson. $697,500

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GARDINER MOUNTAINSIDE COTTAGE Efficient. Bright. Tastefully updated. Cheerful. All these describe this 2 bedroom and 2 bath cottage. New kitchen with granite and stainless, blue stone patio, outdoor shower and 1-car garage. Within minutes to hundreds of miles of trails, sky diving and the Shawangunk climbing cliffs. A must see....Now priced to sell at………..$195,000

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PORT EWEN CLASSIC Well maintained early 20th century two story house on an oversized corner lot in the charming river hamlet of Port Ewen. 8 rooms, gas fireplace, 2 decks and many recent updates including a gas furnace, central air, automatic generator, stainless appliances and much more. Highlights include charming brick surround for the gas stove in the living room, beautiful oak staircase and vaulted ceilings in the master bedroom. Easy access to Kingston, Poughkeepsie, the Mid-Hudson Bridge and the Hudson River. The perfect family home. $229,900

The COLONY building is substantially built with brick, huge steel beams & finished with classic stucco. Wrought iron window boxes, interior trim & braces all were handmade by local blacksmiths and are still found throughout the property. The interior boasts hand-hewn chestnut beams, chestnut girders & impressively grand maple doors. A large kitchen is at the rear of the Great Room which originally was visited by the touring performance big bands & orchestras of the time. And, behind the kitchen is found a huge 12-18 foot deep Dutch brick oven which supplied much of the areas bread & pastries in the late 20’s & 30’s. Much history has occurred within the approximately 11,000 square feet. It now calls for the entrepreneurs who will take the vision originated in the 1920’s & restore & rebuild the three story guest-bedroom quarters and turn them into the fine boutique hotel destination visioned nearly 100 years ago. PLEASE CALL LAURIE YLVISAKER FOR MORE INFORMATION!

Laurie Ylvisaker, Associate Broker Cell: 845-901-6129 Work: 845-679-2255 ext. 113 from Agway, in a private residence. Very clean. Private entrance. No smoking, no pets. Includes basic cable and internet. $950/ month. Please call Maria at 845-559-8303 after 2 p.m. Available immediately. NEAR ROSENDALE: EFFICIENCY APARTMENT. Suitable for one person. Quiet, park-like setting w/pond on beautiful Shawangunk Ridge w/hiking trails at your door. $700/month w/utilities. First, last and security. Non-smoker. No pets. 845-658-9332.

New Paltz: Southside Terrace Apartments Year round and other lease terms to suit your needs available!

We have, studios, one & two bedroom apartments, includes heat & hot water. (furniture packages available) Free use of the: Recreation Room, Pool, New Fitness Center & much more! “Now accepting credit cards! Move in & pay your security and deposit with your credit or debit card with no additional fees!”

Call 845-255-7205 for more information NEW PALTZ HOUSE: 3-BEDROOMS, 2 full bathrooms. $2100/month plus utilities. Last month & 1 month security required. Large spacious deck w/mountain views & jacuzzi. Garage, washer/dryer, wood burning fireplace, basement. Ideal location near town, Minnewaska & Mohonk. Pets OK. Available immediately. (518)965-8079. ONE BEDROOM COUNTRY COTTAGE on Springtown Road. Conveniently located to New Paltz Village and Rosendale (5 minutes by car, 20 minutes by bicycle to either location). Backed by a hayfield and the Rail Trail; easy hiking access to mountains; space for a vegetable garden. No smokers, no pets. Available JANUARY 1st. $750 plus utilities (heat is from a new, efficient propane heater). 255-0417 or 917-647-1549.

VILLAGE GREEN REALTY 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.

NEW PALTZ: 2-BEDROOM PLUS OFFICE/DEN. $1045/month plus utilities. Washer/dryer, central air, dishwasher. 1.5 miles to village. No pets. No smoking. Call (845)256-1119.

SOUTHSIDE TERRACE APARTMENTS offers semester leases for Spring 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. STUDENT RENTAL: SHARE 3-BEDROOM APARTMENT. $525/ month. New Paltz Village. Call (845)3042504. STUDIO FOR RENT in quiet convenient Village location. Full bath, private entrance, all utilities and cable & internet included. No pets. Appropriate for 1 person. 1 year lease required. 845-255-4883.

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2-BEDROOM APARTMENT in Rosendale. Sunny, clean. 1-bedroom has separate entrance, could be used as office. Very large living room. Views of Rondout Creek. Includes off-street parking & trash removal. No smoking. 2 person max. $990/month + utilities. (845)453-9247, marker1st@yahoo. com 3-BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOUSE. Country setting. Hardwood floors, modern kitchen, dishwasher, W/D. Large Master suite w/bath/jacuzzi, private deck. 3 miles to Thruway, 10 miles to Woodstock. Rondout Schools. $1700/month plus utilities. First, last, security. Credit, references required. 845-332-3419. EXTRA LARGE 2-BR to SHARE. High Falls. Bedroom and side room available plus share kitchen, living room, bathroom, deck. Lots storage. $625/month plus reasonable utilities, security. 845-687-2035. RIFTON: 1-BEDROOM PLUS. 1.5 baths. Lakefront duplex apartment. Beautiful setting. Totally renovated. New appliances. Washer/dryer. New carpeting, deck. No

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CLEAN 3-BEDROOM HOME in Accord. Washer/dryer. Old schoolhouse. Eat-in Kitchen. Hardwood floors. Natural light. Well insulated, (Possible woodstove) new furnace, oil, garage. $1100/month plus utilities. (Single person). Security, references. 845-657-9864.

kingston/hurley/ port ewen rentals

2-BEDROOM, 2 bathroom home. Kingston School District, Rt. 32 North of New Paltz. W/D. $1100/month plus utilities. No pets. Security and references required. 845-6589581 or 845-658-9337.

ULSTER GARDENS AFFORDABLE APARTMENTS New affordable 1 Bedroom Apartments in our SMOKE FREE Senior 55+ community available October 1st. Variable rent based on income include Heat, HW, W/W carpet. Units have central A/C, 24-hour emergency maintenance, on-site laundry room, community room, and management office. For application: (845) 514-2889 website:www.devonmgt.com Or email: ulstergardens@devonmgt.com 1000 Ulster Gardens Court Kingston, NY 12401 “Income Guidelines Apply” Equal Housing Opportunity 2nd FLOOR; IMMACULATE 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT w/office 1050 sq.ft. $875/month. New kitchen, bath, dishwasher, washer/dryer & private entrance. On one acre. Heat included. No pets/no smoking. Hiking, and plenty of outdoor activities nearby. Call 845-594-1492. LIVING SPACE AVAILABLE in Hurley, quiet neighborhood just outside Kingston. Living room, small bedroom, 1/2 bath. Fully Furnished. Must share kitchen and shower. $650/month. Call (845)706-9567.

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OLIVEBRIDGE: CLEAN 3-BEDROOM, 2 bath modular home w/a view. Kerosene fuel. Deck, Large yard, gazebo. Walking trails. Onteora school district. $1200/month plus utilities. Security & references. (845)6579864.

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NICE 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT in great location. Rent is $750/month plus utilities. First, last, security required. Call Phil 646644-3648. SAUGERTIES VILLAGE: 2-BEDROOM HOUSE. Off-street parking. Hardwood floors. $950/month plus utilities. (845)2461844. WEST SAUGERTIES; COUNTRY. 2-BEDROOMS, 2 baths. Spacious, hardwood floors. No smoking or animals. $1000/ month plus utilities. Cell: 516-776-5305.

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2-BEDROOM, CHARMING, CHEERY HOUSE in the woods. Large airy “glassroom” ideal artist’s studio. Fireplace. 3.3 private acres. Woodstock-Saugerties. No pets preferred. $1100/month. 1st, last, security. References. Available immediately. (845)679-2300. 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT: TINKER STREET in Woodstock, off-street parking, quiet building, bright and comfortable, nonsmoker. $675/month. First, last, security, references. 845-679-3243, 917-375-4977. 1-BEDROOM COTTAGE on 2 private acres 3 miles from town. 900 sq.ft. + loft. Washer, dryer, AC. All wheel drive essential. $800/ month + utilities. Call Helen 914-388-6363. 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT. 1 mile to Woodstock Village Green. Saugerties school district. $750/month plus utilities. Call 845679-2542. BEST 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT in Woodstock Village. Light, bright, 2nd floor w/large balcony, skylights, pastoral views of private park. Washer/dryer. $875/month. First, last, utilities, 1 year lease. 845-5140823 WOODSTOCK: 1-BEDROOM. Quiet upscale residential neighborhood. Beautiful grounds. Small quiet apartment complex. Excellent condition & well maintained. $845/month includes all utilities. ALSO, FURNISHED 1-BEDROOM. $875/month includes all utilities. No smoking. References. No pets. (845)679-9717. WOODSTOCK/LAKE HILL. Furnished room in restored colonial farmhouse; $500; furnished 2-room suite; $600. Includes all utilities, internet, private phone, piano, cats, gardens. Partial work exchange available with room. NS, NP. homestayny@msn. com 679-2564.

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that qualify based on on income guidelines includes utility costscosts for heat water. Tenant ** Maximum Maximum Tenant TenantRent Rentfor forthose thosehouseholds households that qualify based income guidelines includes utility for and heathot and hot water. pays electricity. Tenant pays electricity. MaximumIncomes Incomesvary varybybyhousehold household size and determined by current the current Section and Low HFAIncome Low Income Housing Maximum size and areare determined by the HUDHUD Section 8 and8HFA Housing Tax Credit Guidelines. There are NO Minimum Incomes. Eligible Households Householdswill willbeberequired required pay 30% of income example, a household earning approximately $20,000 Eligible toto pay 30% of income for for rentrent (For(For example, a household earning approximately $20,000 per per year would pay approximately $500 per month for rent and the remaining rent would be subsidized by Section 8). year would pay approximately $500 per month for rent and the remaining rent would be subsidized by Section 8). Applicants will criteria. Applications may bebe requested from Cornell Pace, Inc., Applicants will be be required requiredtotomeet meetincome incomeand andadditional additionalselection selection criteria. Applications may requested from 10 Rinaldi Bou-P.O. Box 949, Yonkers, NY 10704. Requests for applications should include a self-addressed, legal size envelope. Completed applications must levard, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. Requests for applications should include a self-addressed, legal size envelope. Completed applicabe returned, by regular fi rst class mail only, to a diff erent post offi ce box number that will be listed with the application. tions must be returned, by regular first class mail only, to a different post office box number that will be listed with the application. At the apartments available, thethe applicant willwill be informed of the placement of their application on a At the time time of ofthe theselection, selection,ififthere thereare arenono apartments available, applicant be informed of the placement of their application waiting list for future consideration. on a waiting list for future consideration.

Rip Van Winkle Apartments and its management are equal opportunity housing providers and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status or disability.

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$800: 2-BR HOUSE (800 sq.ft.), with fireplace and electric heat, in Lanesville, outside of Phoenicia, 30 minutes from Woodstock. Year round stream, and mt. views. Call 845-688-4377 or email mlatriano@yahoo.com BEAUTIFULLY REDONE PHOENICIA COTTAGE. 1-bedroom, EIK, LR, full bath & small study. W/D hookup, screened front porch, deck, private yard & parking. NYC bus route. Walk to amenities. $795/month plus utilities. First, last & security. 845246-4727. CHICHESTER; 3-BEDROOM APARTMENT, redone 5 years ago. Ceramic tile kitchen & bath, oil-fired domestic hot water & heat. Gas stove, lots of closets. $900/month plus utilities, 1-month security, references. 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT, Kitchen and bathroom. Mountain views, swimming hole nearby. $550/month plus utilities. 845-750-1515. SHOKAN; $500/month Bright sunny cozy STUDIO, ground floor, 360 sq.ft.; Also $750/month 2-BEDROOM w/attached greenhouse, 720 sq.ft. and $1200/month LARGE 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, two months security. Pictures on craigslist.org, search Shokan. (845)481-0521, (845)6572490.

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FLORIDA RENTAL; Anna Marie Island. Go to VacationRentals.com #94551. For more info contact TurtleNestAMI@aol. com WOODSTOCK FOR THE WINTER; $800/month Ranch in West Hurley available January, February, March. Owner going to Florida. Furnished. 2-bedrooms, 2 baths. Living room, kitchen, dining room. Fenced yard with dog door. Deck, screened porch. Washer/dryer. 2 miles to town, Walk to market. Utilities included, cable, wifi. Small pets ok. NO SMOKING. $800. References, security. 845-679-2235.

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Retired teacher, Female, LOOKING FOR A ROOM in a quiet, clean HOUSESHARE w/like-minded people, w/shared kitchen & community areas, in Woodstock or Kingston & Northern Dutchess areas. Please call me at (347)327-0464.

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ATTENTION VENDORS & DEALERS! Vintage & Collectible items for sale. Call Earl at (914)402-4985.

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EXTANG HARD TONNEAU COVER, trifold for a Toyota Tacoma, (can IMPROVE gas mileage by 10%) current 5’ bed style, black, excellent condition. Call (845)2558352.

Top quality wood at reasonable prices.

JOTUL WOODSTOVE. Firelight model. Ivory enamel. Beautiful stove. 20+ years old. Largest cast-iron woodstove made. Needs some work but can be used as is. Needs new catalytic converter. New-this stove is over $3000, asking $650 OBO. (845)679-3879. LEG EXTENSION & LEG CURL MACHINE w/weights attached. Plus more exercise equipment.... Call (845)255-8352. MEDIUM OAK HARDWOOD DINING TABLE; 72x48 wide w/2-self storing 20” leaves & lion claw feet & 6 Windsor chairs- 2 Captain, 4 regular. Call (845)255-8352.

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ATTENTION VENDORS & DEALERS! Vintage & Collectible items for sale. Call Earl at (914)402-4985.

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BOTTOM LINE... I pay the highest prices for old furniture, antiques of every description. Paintings, lamps, rugs, porcelain, bronzes, silver, etc. One item to entire contents. Quality CONSIGNMENTS accepted also. Richard Miller Antiques (Est. 1972). (845)389-7286. OLD FURNITURE, CROCKS, JUGS, paintings, frames, postcards, glasswares, sporting items, urns, fountain pens, lamps, dolls, pocket knives, military items, bronzes, jewelry, sterling, old toys, old paper, old boxes, old advertisements, vintage clothing, anything old. Home contents purchased, (select items or entire estates purchased.) CASH PAID 657-6252 CASH PAID. Estate contents- attic, cellar, garage clean-outs. Used cars, junk cars, scrap metal. Anything of value. (845)246-0214.

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Yamaha Clavinola CLP-400 PIANO, practically new, $2500; C. G. Conn Bb TENOR SAX, the kind played by Sonny Rollins and

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Stop by AID TIBET THRIFT STORE. Free Christmas decorations, Art, Fall/ Winter clothes, furniture, books, blue jeans, new children’s winter coats. 7 days, 10 a.m-6 p.m. 875 Route 28, Kingston. 845-383-1774.

680

counseling services

LAURIE OLIVER.... SPIRITUAL COUNSELING. Give the gift of wellness. Make positive changes in your life through hypnosis. Smoking cessation * pain management * stress relief * past life regressions. Certified Hypnotist by NGH. Intuitive, sensitive guidance. Spirit communicator. Specializing in dealing with grief, stress, relationship issues, questions about your life past & current life’s path. Call Laurie Oliver at (845)679-2243. Laur50@aol.com RACHAEL DIAMOND, LCSW, CHt. Holistically oriented therapist offering counseling, psychotherapy, hypnotherapy & EMDR. Specializing in issues pertaining to relationships, personal growth, life transitions, alternative lifestyles, childhood abuse, trauma, co-dependency, addiction, recovery, illness, grief & more. Office convenient to New Paltz & surrounding areas. Free half hour in-person consultation, sliding scale fee. (845)8830679.

695

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.

700

710

organizing/ decorating/ refinishing

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.

715

cleaning services

*CONSCIOUS CLEANING, CONSCIOUS CARE!* Bundle of energy w/a Zen attitude. Efficient and very organized. I can make beauty out of disorder. Allergic to cats. Woodstock/Kingston/Rhinebeck vicinity. Call Robyn, 339-9458. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!

**Estate, **Residential. **Free Estimates, Fully Insured. Call 679-3879

702

HB Painting & Construction INC. *Painting: Interior/Exterior, PressureWashing, Staining, Glazing... *Construction: Home Renovations, Additions, Bathrooms, Kitchen, Doors, Windows, Decks, Roofs, Gutters, Tile, Hardwood Floors (NewRefinish), Sheetrock, Tape. Snowplowing. Call 845-616-9832.

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Call (845)706-1713 or (845) 679-8932 CLEAN UPS, CLEAN OUTS. Indoor/ Outdoor. Junk & debris removal. Estates prepared for Moving and Sale. (845)688-2253.

717

caretaking/ home management

Multiple References Available Upon Request Licensed & Insured 845-255-0979 • ritaccopainting.com

MAN WITH A VAN MOVING & DELIVERY SERVICE. 16’ trucks, 10’ van. Reliable, insured, NYS DOT 32476. 8 Enterprise Road, New Paltz, NY. Please call Dave at 255-6347.

YOU CALL I HAUL. Attic, basements, garages cleaned out. Junk, debris, removed. 20% discount for seniors and disabled. Gary (845)247-7365 or www. garyshauling.com

plumbing, heating, a/c and electric

ASHOKAN STORE-IT Ask About Our Long Term Storage Discount

720

painting/odd jobs

“ABOVE AND BEYOND” HOUSEPAINTING by Quadrattura. Add value to your home economically. Environmentally conscious work done w/ old world craftsmanship and pride. Interior/ Exterior/Decorator Finishes, Expert Color Consultation, Plastering, Wallpaper Removal, Light Carpentry. Call (845)3327577 for Free Estimate. Senior Discount. NYS DOT T-12467

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AA Statuary & Weathervane Co. Liquidation Sale

Plaster and concrete saints, angels, bronzes, weathervanes, cupolas, more

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755

• Standby Generators • Roof De-Icing Systems

760

Landscaping Lawn installation Ponds Retaining walls Stone work ...and much more

740

Contracting & Development Corp.

William Watson • Residential / Commercial

SNOW PLOWING & SANDING

• Warm Floor Tiles

SNOW PLOWING starting at $40

(845) 331- 4844

Excavation Site work Drain ¿elds Land clearing Septic systems Demolition Driveways

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building services

gardening/ landscaping

KIZER STONEWORKS. Bluestone Specialist for the Hudson Valley. Wall restoration, new walls, retaining walls, patios, walkways, steps, stone design and sculpture, rock gardens and landscaping. Free estimates and fully insured. Call 845-338-9180.

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repair/ maintenance services

DELPHINUS INTERIOR PAINTING, CARPENTRY & HANDYMAN SERVICE. Indoor painting, carpentry, repairs and problem-solving solutions. Door sticks? Window jammed? No job too small. Economically and environmentally friendly. $20/hour. Call 845255-2379.

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HAB HABERWASH PRESSURE WASHING PR & EXTERIOR PAINTING & STAINING.

RELIABLE, PATIENT HELP w/ COMPUTERS and electronics. Installation, tutorials, virus removal, and optimization. House calls or phone support. I’ll make using your gadgets easy and stress-free. 845-389-5202.

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.

TRANSFORMATION RESTORATION. Interior/Exterior Painting * Deck Staining * Power Washing. 10% Off all Quotes for Seniors. CALL TODAY! References available. Fully Insured. Call Chris (845)902-3020.

725

Shandaken, NY 845-688-2253

office and computer services

HANDYMAN, HOME REPAIR, Carpentry, Remodels, Installations, Roofing, Painting, Mechanical repairs, etc. Large and small jobs. Reasonable rates. Free estimates. References available. (845)616-7470.

• Interior & Exterior painting • Power Washing • Sheetrock & Plaster Repair • Free Estimates

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OIL PAINTING RESTORATION. Cleaned, relined, retouched, refinished. Also frames & wood sculptures repaired. Call Carol 687-7813. c.field@earthlink. net

705

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.

DANDSIMPROVEMENTS: 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

QUALITY • VALUE • RELIABILITY • SINCE 1980

PRIVATE CARE for elderly. CERTIFIED AIDE, 10 years experience. Live-in or hourly. References available. Ulster County area. (845)901-8513

art services

Experienced- TROMPE O’LOEIL and FAUX FINISHING, 20 yrs. in Paris, and 10 yrs. locally. References and insured. Call Casimir: 845-430-3195 or 845-616- 0872.

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personal and health services

ULSTER COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING; SENIOR NUTRITION/ DINING PROGRAM. Operates Senior Dining Sites throughout the county, which offer nutritious, hot meals from 11:30 a.m.-noon. Kingston Mid-town Neighborhood Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston. (845)336-7112. Open Monday, Wednesday & Friday. They also provide an opportunity to socialize w/others who have similar interests. Guidelines: Please call the site between 10 a.m.-noon. the day before you plan to attend in order to be sure there are enough meals for everyone. Eligibility: You must be an Ulster County resident aged 60 or over. Cost: There is no set cost, but a suggested daily donation of $3 is requested.

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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.

Call William, for your free estimate (845) 401-6637

Down to Earth Landscaping Quality service from the ground up

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Specializing in: Hardscape Tree trimming Fences Koi ponds Snow plowing

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

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

810

lost and found

SIMON STILL MISSING since 11/8. Last seen in High Falls. Simon has seizures and needs medication. No tags, no collar. Friendly. Large Shepherd-like, long hair. Tan/brown. 4-years old. REWARD. 914-760-9476.

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spirituality

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN. (Never known to fail.) Oh, most beautiful 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, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3x). Holy Mother, I place this cause in your hands (3x). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal. You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me, I want in this short prayer to thank-you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank-you for your mercy towards me and mine. The person must say this prayer 3 consecutive days, the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favor is granted.

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

Intuitive, Sensitive Guidance Spirit Communicator

(845) 679-2243 • laur50@aol.com

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DEAR BUSINESSMAN/WOMAN- We at Hardscrabble Flea Market & Swap Meet would like to congratulate you on being picked from over 100 businesses in your field. We believe we can help each other- We have a swap meet every Sunday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at Holy Cow Shopping Center, in addition to a flea market/garage sale. We find that when business people set up a table w/business cards & flyers or “show how to do” projects it will definitely increase your business (and mine). It’s a great way to introduce your business to new/old customers. And, if you have leftover merchandise you’d like to sellthis would be a perfect way to unload it. Please give John a call for more details(845)758-1170. Spots are $12-$35.

920

adoptions

ADOPTING YOUR NEWBORN is a gift I’ll treasure. A secure, happy home filled with unconditional, forever love awaits. Barbara 1-877-844-1337. Expenses paid.

950

animals

DIANA’S FANCY FLEA MARKET: Nice Items Needed For Next Sale! Call Diana 626-0221. To Benefit Diana’s CAT Shelter in Accord. FOR ADOPTION; LOVABLE OUTDOOR CAT Mufassa was found on a farm. He’s been neutered, is so affectionate, comes to you when ever you call him & loves to be loved. He wants to be outside & wouldn’t be happy as an inside cat. He’s approx. 2-years old & loves to play w/female cats but doesn’t like other male cats. He’s used to dogs & basically ignores them. If you’d like to know more about Mufassa (and your home has no male cats), please call 973713-8229. Free to Wonderful Home: 2 FEMALE GUINEA PIGS ages 2 and 3. Sweet, Friendly, Healthy. Owner is ill and must re-home these adorable girls. They come w/their cage, bedding and food. Serious, loving family please. Call Susan at 679-6070 for more information. Looking for a Permanent, Dedicated, Loving home; BLACK & WHITE SHORTHAIRED KITTENS- 2 boys, 1 girl. Free. Call (845)236-9582 Precious is the Ulster County SPCA’s featured pet of the week. This 3-year old Pit mix is as happy as they come. She’s great w/children & dogs but not w/cats. Loves to cuddle & go for walks. Come and meet her today! We’ve also got these WONDERFUL DOGS: TAXI; 1-year old Bull Terrier mix, hyper, happy & 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. SHEBA; unique 7-year old whose personality is more like a cat than a dog. She loves to take walks & play, especially w/her personal favorite, tennis balls! She needs a quiet home w/ no dogs, cats, or kids. PEBBLES; An excitable & beautiful young female who loves walks, playtime & cuddles. NATHAN; young pit mix, this little guy loves life and all the playtime he can get. Looking for a feline friend? Clementine; orange female, approximately 7-10 years old, who’s playful & acts like a kitten. She’s good w/other cats, kids & dogs. She’s but one of many sweet cats here: Clownfish; 4-year old male tabby that enjoys all the attention he can get. Fargo; easy going older male who likes to be picked up. Walnut; black & white,

2-4 year old, shy but friendly male. Come meet bunny buds Penny; floppy eared female Holland Lop-- and Biscotti; male Netherland dwarf. These 2 would like to be adopted together. We’ve still got more Flemish Giant Rabbits than you can shake a carrot at!- in white, brown & black. Come on down & meet BROWNIE and MANDY. Come see us & all of our other friends at the ULSTER COUNTY SPCA, 20 Wiedy Road, Kingston (off of the traffic circle). Open 6 days a week; 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (closed on Mondays.) (845)331-5377.

TAKE ME HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Big, sweet boy – American Bull Dog mix, 90 lbs., 2-3 yrs. old, neutered, shots up to date. Loves to go for walks, rides in cars & swimming! Needs an owner with a big heart who loves big dogs!

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.

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auto services

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boats/ recreational vehicles

Please call Gardiner Dog Control:

(914) 388-2892 or (845) 255-5950 PROJECT CAT is a non-profit cat RESCUE AND SHELTER. Please help get cats off the streets and into homes. Adopt a healthy and friendly cat or kitten companion for a lifetime. High Falls/Accord area. 845-6874983 or visit our cats at www.projectcat. org SIMON STILL MISSING since 11/8. Last seen in High Falls. Simon has seizures and needs medication. No tags, no collar. Friendly. Large Shepherd-like, long hair. Tan/brown. 4-years old. Reward. 914-7609476.

960

pet care

NEEDED: Foster Homes for Kittens. If you have the time (little is needed) and space to foster kittens, our organization will provide kitten food and if necessary, medical attention for these wonderful beings. Please call (917)282-2018 if you are interested in this rewarding endeavor. 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.

14’ DURA NORDIC ALUMINUM FLATBOTTOM BOAT w/6 h.p. Yamaha gas outboard. Comes w/trailer. Plus extras. Great for fishing & duck hunting. $1250. Call Paul at (845)339-4546.

999

vehicles wanted

CASH PAID FOR USED cars & trucks regardless of condition. Junk cars removed. Call 246-0214. DMV# 7107350.

1000

vehicles

1997 SUBARU 4-DOOR SEDAN. Good condition. Great winter car. Green. Top of the line radio. $1000. Call (845)679-5966.

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