Events

OCTOBER

October 22, 7 pm: Critical Thinking in the Digital Age, a conversation between Jenny Odell and Nathan Schneider on the role of digital technology in our lives, organized by Humanities New York. Best-selling author Jenny Odell and media studies professor Nathan Schneider will discuss the role of digital technology in our lives at a moment when it seems poised to overthrow our understanding of history, our participation in democracy, and even our sense of self. How can we respond to such encroachments, as individuals and as a community? This talk will also be livestreamed [tickets].
_{12 Vassar Street, Poughkeepsie}

October 23, 10 am: Walking Club at the Cary Institute, organized by the Millbrook Library. Gather at the Cary Institute to walk the Wappinger Creek Trail (1.25 mi.). Please take proper precautions to guard against ticks; bug spray, long pants, and tucked shirts are recommended [register].
_{2801 Sharon Turnpike, Millbrook}

October 23, 6 pm: Crime Scene Investigation: Deadly Disinformation, an interactive program at the Millbrook Library. Dive into a hands-on experience where you’ll analyze evidence from a simulated crime scene and collaborate with others to uncover the truth. Join us to test your sleuthing skills and solve the case [register].
_{3 Friendly Lane, Millbrook}

October 24, 12:30 pm: Lunch & Learn: Madams, Mobsters and Murders in the Hudson Valley at the Clinton Community Library. The tranquil environment of New York’s Hudson Valley is the site of both peaceful rural communities and single-family housing developments. Tourists visit the area’s historic Gilded Age mansions, elaborate gardens, Revolutionary War battlefields, and many other points of interest. Yet some of the Hudson Valley’s heritage includes more harrowing tales. Madams, Mobsters and Murders is a true reflection of the darker side of life in a region otherwise known for its beauty, peacefulness and quiet way of life, presented by Tony Musso [register].
_{1215 Centre Road, Rhinebeck}

October 24, 6:30-8 pm: Volunteer Appreciation and Open House at the Dutchess Land Conservancy. Celebrate DLC volunteers and all they accomplished this year—and learn more about the volunteer program at DLC. There will be light refreshments from local farms and breweries. The event will be a meet and greet, along with a brief presentation and Q&A about the program, a volunteer of the year award, and a trivia game with prizes [info].
_{4289 Route 82, Millbrook}

October 24, 7 pm: Electric Lady Studios: A Jimi Hendrix Vision at Upstate Films Orpheum Theatre, with the film’s studio designer John Storyk and recording engineer Eddie Kramer in attendance. This special screening is presented as part of Upstate Films’ Close Up series [tickets].
_{198 Main Street, Saugerties}

October 25, 11 am: Modeling and Monitoring of Agroecosystem Outcomes, an online seminar by Dr. Yushu Xia of Columbia University, organized by the Cary Institute. Improving agricultural management has emerged as a promising natural climate solution because of its potential to improve soil health, enhance carbon sequestration, promote ecosystem productivity, and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. However, monitoring the impact of management practices on soil health and agroecosystem outcomes remains challenging due to the substantial heterogeneity in soils. This talk will elaborate on leveraging multi-source datasets, which include in-situ direct observations, survey and literature data, and remote sensing images, to monitor soil health and agroecosystem outcomes [register].
_{ONLINE EVENT}

October 25, 6 pm: Sound Bath in Gridley Chapel at the Wassaic Project. A soothing sound bath of Tibetan and crystal singing bowls, gongs, and chimes led by Resos De Sonidos, an NY/CT/MA based trio of Tim “Love” Lee, Damarys Romano, and Vicky Ehrich. The event is free, but bring your own yoga mat and blanket [info].
_{37 Furnace Bank Road, Wassaic}

October 25, 7 pm: Nosferatu With Radiohead: A Silents Synced Film at Upstate Films Orpheum Theatre. Silents Synced is a new series that pairs classic silent movies with epic rock music. This special presentation (never to be seen/heard outside of its theatrical run) pairs Radiohead’s KID A (2000) and Amnesiac (2001) albums with the classic silent film Nosferatu (dir. F.W. Murnau, 1923, 81 min.) [tickets].
_{198 Main Street, Saugerties}

October 25, 7 pm: 19th Century Advertising, a presentation by Mike Frazier at Starr Library. Fraser is the archivist for the Rhinebeck Historical Society, will discuss recent discoveries of previously missing issues of the newspaper and RHS’s Gazette digitization project. The advertising appearing in The Rhinebeck Gazette from 1846 through 1899 will be the focus of this talk. The advertising found in these newspapers not only provides a business history of the community, but occasionally reveals more about the 19th century character of Rhinebeck than the news reported in the same issues of the newspaper [register].
_{68 West Market Street, Rhinebeck}

October 25-27, 4-7 pm each day: The Haunted Mill at the Wassaic Project [info].
_{37 Furnace Bank Road, Wassaic}

October 25-27, 5-7 pm: Haunted House at Pause Dog Boutique. $5 admission to Haunted House, w/ proceeds to benefit Mutt Scouts & Perfect Pets Rescue. Choose your level of scare [info].
_{6423 Montgomery Street, Rhinebeck}

October 26, 8-10 am: Birding Walk with Alan Devoe Bird Club at Siegel-Kline Kill, organized by the Columbia Land Conservancy. During this guided program, new and seasoned birders will search the large sycamore trees, fields, streams, and floodplain forests for the songs and signs of birds! Participants will walk for about two hours, stopping often to look for birds along the Meadow Loop Trail. This trail has a typical grade of 3% over mowed grass, and after rainfall, it can become muddy. A $5 donation is suggested to allow CLC to continue offering programs like these at no cost and support land conservation work [register].
_{1452 Church Street, Ghent}

October 26, 10 am-12 pm: Trunk or Treat: Firefighter Edition at the FASNY Museum of Firefighting. Join Molly the Museum Dog and some of her closest firefighter friends for a unique event you will not soon forget. Joining Molly will be local firefighters with their decorated firetrucks giving out treats. Come inside and collect even more treats from the trunks in the Museum! Collect treats, play games, and vote for your favorite firetruck and trunk [info].
_{117 Harry Howard Avenue, Hudson}

October 26, 12-5 pm: Books & Brews Book Fair at Lasting Joy Brewery. A grown-up book fair featuring authors, local vendors, and all the nostalgia of your favorite day of the school year [register].
_{485 Lasher Road, Tivoli}

October 26, 7 pm-late: Monster’s Ball at the Wassaic Project [tickets].
_{37 Furnace Bank Road, Wassaic}

October 26, 8:30 pm-late: Monster’s Ball at the Tavern at the Beekman Arms. Unleash your inner monster at this year’s Monster’s Ball, co-hosted by the Rhinebeck Lions Club. Venture into the unknown and explore the haunted basement asylum, enjoy axe throwing throughout the evening (lol), and drink a creepy cocktail and eat a sweet treat. There will also be prizes for the best costumes and a silent auction [tickets].
_{6387 Mill Street, Rhinebeck}

October 26, 10:30 pm-late: A Baddies Halloween featuring the Clermont Twins at Cafe Maroon and Club [tickets].
_{189 Church Street, Poughkeepsie}

October 26, 11 am-6 pm: Big Rock’s Big Carve at Big Rock Community Farms Market. Help light up the town—carve a jack-o-lantern for a group lighting at dusk. The pumpkins will be gutted and ready to carve and there will be free cider conuts! Costumes are welcome and there will be games and prizes for kids [info].
_{6035 Route 82, Stanfordville}

October 26, 2-5 pm: Big Tent Tasting, organized by Harker House Wine & Spirits. Get ready for the holidays with a Harker House Grand Tasting in Salt Point. Sample 25+ beverages paired with light appetizers. The tasting will focus on small family-run wineries. At this casual walk-around tasting enjoy a curated selection of white, red, and sparking wines from France, Italy, Spain, New York, and elsewhere. Enjoy special event pricing on bottle & case orders [tickets].
_{50 Allen Road, Salt Point}

October 26, 7 pm: Bard Conservatory Orchestra at the Fisher Center (and online via livestream). A concert by the Bard Conservatory Orchestra with maestro Leon Botstein, with a program including Richard Strauss, George Crumb, and Franz Liszt [tickets].
_{Manor Avenue, Annandale-On-Hudson (and ONLINE)}

October 27, 9 am-4 pm: Mid-Hudson Reptile Expo at the MJN Convention Center. Check out over 250 vendor tables full of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, supplies and more [info].
_{14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie}

October 27, 12-2 pm: Howl’oween Dog Costume Parade & Festivities at Pause Dog Boutique. The dog costume parade will step off promptly at 1pm w judging in 3 categories. You must register at the door to be eligible for prizes. $5 to register. Proceeds benefit Perfect Pets Rescue & Mutt Scouts. In addition to the Dog Costume Parade, there will also be a Spooky Dog Sundae Bar, Dog Trick-or-Treating, and more [info].
_{6423 Montgomery Street, Rhinebeck}

October 27, 2 pm: Bard Conservatory Orchestra at the Fisher Center. A concert by the Bard Conservatory Orchestra with maestro Leon Botstein, with a program including Richard Strauss, George Crumb, and Franz Liszt [tickets].
_{Manor Avenue, Annandale-On-Hudson}

October 28, 7 pm: 64 Days: The Road to Insurrection (Close Up w/ dir. Nick Quested) at Upstate Films Starr Cinema. Nick Quested was embedded with the Proud Boys, and was called to testify before the January 6th Committee with his exclusive footage [tickets].
_{6415 Montgomery Street, Rhinebeck}

October 29, 5 pm: Pie Decorating Workshop with Chef Emma at Troutbeck. Learn to lattice, brilliantly braid and craft cut-outs out of pie crust. Come with clever ideas to create a spooky Halloween pie or practice seasonal designs to make your upcoming holiday meals even more festive, or let Pastry Chef Emma guide you. You’ll select one of two seasonal fillings prepared Emma and get to work designing something beautiful [tickets].
_{515 Leedsville Road, Amenia}

October 29, 7 pm: Trivia Night at the Moviehouse. Play solo or get a team together of up to 4 people. Come early & snag your spot. Space will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis [info].
_{48 Main Street, Millerton}

October 30, 6:30 pm: The White Hart Speaker Series: Julia Turshen, WHAT GOES WITH WHAT at the White Hart, presented by Oblong Books. Julia Turshen is a cookbook author and a home cook’s best friend. Known for her simple, no-frills, yet utterly satisfying recipes―as well as her authentic, relatable, problem-solving approach. Ticket includes a complimentary glass of house wine (or non-alcoholic beverage) and a $5 voucher towards the purchase of WHAT GOES WITH WHAT during this event [tickets].
_{15 Under Mountain Road, Salisbury}

October 31, 9 am-5 pm: Halloween Hide & Eek! at the Clinton Community Library.Eek! There are ducks loose in the library! Help find these sneaky critters. When you find one come “trick or treat” some yummy Halloween candy from the friendly library ghouls and goblins at the front desks! Stop by anytime all day for a fun Halloween activity. Open to children, teens, and any other trick or treaters [info].
_{1215 Centre Road, Rhinebeck}

October 31, 11 am: Linking Scavenging and Ecosystem Ecology, an online seminar by Dr. Laurel Lynch of the University of Idaho, organized by the Cary Institute. On the small Australian island-state of Tasmania, the progressive spread of a transmissible and highly lethal cancer threatens Tasmanian devils with extinction. The resulting natural experiment—where devil population densities vary from 5% of carrying capacity in the east of Tasmania to 90% of carrying capacity in the west—offers a rare opportunity to test whether the decline of an apex scavenger can scale up to impact ecosystem processes. A team of community and ecosystem ecologists, evolutionary biologists, and forest scientists have spent the past several years exploring how devil declines impact scavenger foodwebs, carcass decomposition, soil biogeochemistry, and forest carbon sequestration [register].
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October 31, 3 pm: Kids and Pups Halloween Costume Contest at Rose Hill Farm. Children and dogs of all ages are welcome to participate! Gather on the lawn behind the taproom at 3 pm. All participants will be awarded a prize! Misto will be at the farm from 3-8 pm that evening to host their burger night [info].
_{19 Rose Hill Farm, Red Hook}

NOVEMBER

November 1, 5:30-11 pm: First November 2024 Star Party at Lake Taghkanic State Park, hosted by the Mid-Hudson Astronomical Association. In addition to enjoying the night sky away from the bright lights of the towns and cities in our area, the MHAA will be holding their first annual Alien Costume Contest. RSVP with your car’s make, model, and license plate number at least one day beforehand. Observing begins about an hour after sunset and will probably end around 11. Judging for the Alien Costume Contest will take place at 6:45 pm sharp. It will be twilight, but “serious” viewing will just be starting [register].
_{1528 NY-82, Ancram}

November 1, 7:30 pm: Slavery, Segregation & Staatsburgh: The History & Legacy of Slavery at Staatsburgh State Historic Site, a lecture by Zachary Veith at the Creek Meeting House (and online). In 1810, nine Black people were enslaved on the Staatsburgh estate; in 1910 the staff was exclusively white and European—with only one documented Black resident in the entire village. What happened? Historic Site Assistant Zachary Veith discusses the transition from a Black presence in Staatsburgh during the early 19th century to an apparent absence during the Gilded Age [register].
_{2433 Salt Point Turnpike, Clinton Corners (and ONLINE)}

November 2, 1-3 pm: Pasture Perfect: Moooving Into Grass-Fed Dairy, a presentation organized by Chaseholm Farm, the Dutchess Land Conservancy, and the Columbia Land Conservancy at Chaseholm Farm Creamery. The practice of grazing a dairy herd on grass offers benefits to both the final milk product, in terms of nutrition, and to the environment, in terms of water filtration, carbon sequestration, and enhanced biodiversity. Sarah Chase, the co-owner and herd manager of Chaseholm Farm, has been practicing grass-fed dairy management for the past decade and was instrumental in transitioning the farm from a conventional to a grass-fed herd. Learn from Sarah’s successes and challenges, and to gain a new understanding of what makes a grass-fed dairy healthier and more sustainable [register].
_{100 Chase Road, Pine Plains}

November 2, 1:30 pm: Explore Space in Our Model Solar System at Innisfree. At Innisfree, artist Walter Beck created at least one cup garden he called the “Altar of the Sun.” In that spirit, Innisfree has organized a spacewalk with scientist and educator Eric Myers and landscape curator Kate Kerin. Starting at the Point and traveling to little-seen parts of Innisfree, participants will walk through a model solar system, discussing the Sun and planets as well as the evolving science of space. Myers will use what he calls the “Peppercorn Model,” showing the sizes of the planets and the distances between them at scale [tickets].
_{362 Tyrrel Road, Millbrook}

November 2, 7 pm: A Broadway Celebration, a performance by The Orchestra Now at the Fisher Center. TŌN and conductor James Bagwell are joined by acclaimed mezzo-soprano Stephanie Blythe and her talented students from Bard Conservatory’s Graduate Vocal Arts Program to pay tribute to some of Broadway’s best and brightest classic composers. Musical masters Stephen Sondheim, Leonard Bernstein, Frank Loesser, and others will be celebrated with performances of songs from Guys and Dolls, A Little Night Music, Candide, West Side Story, and more [tickets].
_{Manor Avenue, Annandale-On-Hudson}

November 3, 10:30 am: Curator’s Tour at Innisfree. Join landscape curator, Kate Kerin, for a lively 1.5-hour tour exploring Innisfree, a powerful icon of mid-twentieth-century design now recognized as one of the world’s ten best gardens and listed at the highest level—exceptional national significance—on the National Register of Historic Places. This will be the last day of the season for public access to Innisfree [tickets].
_{362 Tyrrel Road, Millbrook}

November 3, 2 pm: A Broadway Celebration, a performance by The Orchestra Now at the Fisher Center. TŌN and conductor James Bagwell are joined by acclaimed mezzo-soprano Stephanie Blythe and her talented students from Bard Conservatory’s Graduate Vocal Arts Program to pay tribute to some of Broadway’s best and brightest classic composers. Musical masters Stephen Sondheim, Leonard Bernstein, Frank Loesser, and others will be celebrated with performances of songs from Guys and Dolls, A Little Night Music, Candide, West Side Story, and more [tickets].
_{Manor Avenue, Annandale-On-Hudson}

November 4, 10 am-1 pm: Starr Stitchers at Starr Library. Starr Stitchers meet at the Starr Library the 1st and 3rd Mondays of every month. A stitcher is anyone who does any or many types of embroidery and needlework, from beginner to advanced [info].
_{68 West Market Street, Rhinebeck}

November 7, 11 am: Microbial Responses to a Changing World, an online seminar by Dr. Stephanie Kivlin of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, organized by the Cary Institute. Plant-mycorrhizal fungal interactions are the most ubiquitous symbiosis on the planet, responsible for the majority of plant nutrient uptake. Yet, we know little about how these interactions may decouple with global change. This talk will examine (1) the global drivers of arbuscular and ectomycorrhizal fungal distributions and their current and future ranges, (2) impacts of changing winter conditions on plant-mycorrhizal fungi in the Colorado Rockies, and (3) current work on predictive models of plant-mycorrhizal fungal associations in forests of the Eastern US [register].
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November 7-9: Fall Dance Concert by the Bard Dance Program at the Fisher Center. The Bard College Dance Program presents works by students of the Dance Program, with special guest performances by alumni. These performances (at 7:30 pm all three nights as well as 2 pm on Sunday) are free and open to the public [info].
_{Manor Avenue, Annandale-On-Hudson}

November 9, 12 pm: Concerto Competition ’24: Final Round at the Fisher Center. Bard Conservatory finalists compete for the opportunity to perform with the Conservatory Orchestra and The Orchestra Now (TŌN). Please note that this is a competition and at times pieces will not be performed in full. This event is free and open to the public [info].
_{Manor Avenue, Annandale-On-Hudson}

November 9, 12-3 pm: Living Foods: Cheesemaking for Home Cooks at Churchtown Dairy. Susan Chiappini, PhD, will lead our group in making yogurt, ricotta and creme fraiche using Churchtown raw milk in our farm kitchen. Attendees can look forward to learning how to make delicious fresh styles of cheese at home and how to best incorporate it into their cooking and lifestyles [tickets].
_{357 County Road 12, Hudson}

November 9, 2 pm: Real People Real Stores: Taconic Hills Edition at Ancram Center for the Arts. 4th, 5th and 6th graders from Taconic Hills Elementary share their often hilarious, frequently touching, and always authentic tales from the AOH stage [RSVP].
_{1330 County Route 7, Ancram}

November 10, 10 am-3 pm: Train & Hobby Show of the Hudson Valley at the MJN Convention Center. The 53rd Train and Hobby Show of the Hudson Valley will Feature model trains & vendors, a kids ride-on-railroad, operating layouts, raffles, free holiday character photo-ops, custom balloons, and free parking [tickets].
_{14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie}

November 12, 9 am-3 pm: Project Slice: Inquiry in the Woods at the Cary Institute. This program is designed for K-12 science educators. Join educators from the Cary Institute and Dutchess BOCES for a day of hands-on learning about trees as a site for inquiry. Participate in schoolyard protocols investigating trees and forests to illuminate ecological principles, particularly nutrient cycling and the role forests play in global carbon cycling [info].
_{2801 Sharon Turnpike, Millbrook}

November 12, 12 pm: Hospice 101 and Advance Care Planning, a discussion at the Millbrook Library. Join Lisa Wilson, Executive Director of the Hudson Valley Hospice Foundation, for a presentation on the “H” word and dispelling myths about what hospice is and what services it can provide. This discussion will also touch on the importance of Advance Care Planning at all stages of life to ensure that each person’s healthcare wishes are honored [register].
_{3 Friendly Lane, Millbrook}

November 12, 1:15-2:15 pm: All Abilities Story and Craft Program with the Anderson Center at Starr Library. This program is open to all teens & adults with intellectual, cognitive, and/or developmental disabilities, but space is limited, so please register to attend [register].
_{68 West Market Street, Rhinebeck}

November 12, 4-5 pm: Read to Therapy Dog Jambo at the Stanford Free Library. He’s a gentle giant who loves to make new friends. People of all ages are welcome to come and visit with him. Read an article in The New Pine Plains Herald about Jambo! You can sign up for a 15 minute slot by contacting the library [register].
_{6035 Route 82, Stanfordville}

November 12, 5 pm: Ebony L. Haynes give a lecture at CCS Bard. Ebony L. Haynes is a writer and curator from Toronto, Canada. She is presently based in New York where she is Senior Director at David Zwirner and leads the gallery’s 52 Walker space in Tribeca [info].
_{33 Garden Rd, Annandale-On-Hudson}

November 13, 6 pm: Joan Maloof: What Makes Old-Growth Forests Special and How to Save Them, an Earth Matters webinar presented by the Dutchess Land Conservancy. Never-logged old-growth forests are both rare and extremely important ecologically. Maloof will discuss her book, Nature’s Temples: A Natural History of Old-Growth Forests, which documents the ecological importance of these ancient forests. She will then explain the exciting work of the Old-Growth Forest Network, an organization she founded to help preserve the last of our ancient forests and ensure that anyone who wants to visit one can learn where they are located. She will also examine the status of the Network in New York, and federal and statewide policies that affect forest preservation [register].
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November 16, 12-4 pm: Thanksgiving Bread Basket Workshop at Ruby Hill Farm. learn how to weave a beautiful bread basket for your Thanksgiving table. This bread basket is woven on a 9″ round wooden base and is approximately 4″ tall. Students can choose from a variety of colored reeds to create their own holiday version. Colors include: orange or brown. All baskets are finished with a spray sealing stain in either oak or walnut. Ages 14 and above [tickets].
_{2325 Salt Point Turnpike, Clinton Corners}

November 16, 5-7 pm: Annual Holiday Show at the Tivoli Artists Gallery. TAG will be exhibiting handmade gift items in a variety of media: jewelry, fine art, prints, ceramics, cards, ornaments, and other handcrafted items. The show will be on view through December 15 [info]
_{60 Broadway, Tivoli}

November 16, 7 pm: Charles Ives’ America, a performance by The Orchestra Now at the Fisher Center. Leon Botstein and TŌN celebrate the sesquicentennial of one of the most quintessential American composers, Charles Ives. With baritone William Sharp and preeminent Ives scholar J. Peter Burkholder, this program explores the way the composer created unique works from familiar tunes. Before each piece, Sharp and the orchestra will highlight these classic songs, including “Bringing in the Sheaves” and “Camptown Races”. Hear this program at the Fisher Center just days before TŌN performs it at Carnegie Hall [tickets].
_{Manor Avenue, Annandale-On-Hudson (and ONLINE)}

November 17, 1-4 pm: Cottage Courses: Wrapping Paper Printmaking with Janis Stemmerman at Troutbeck. Join Cottage Courses for an afternoon of block printing with Brooklyn and Sharon, CT based artist, Janis Stemmermann. Janis will be leading us through stamp carving methods using available materials such as apples and potatoes to create patterned prints on paper you can use for all your holiday wrapping needs [tickets].
_{515 Leedsville Road, Amenia}

November 17, 2 pm: Within You Without You: Listening to George Harrison with author Seth Rogovoy at Upstate Films Orpheum Theatre. “Within You Without You is a deep, illuminating meditation on the artistry of George Harrison – from his first Beatles composition to his final solo work,” says Holly George-Warren, who will be in conversation with Rogovoy, interspersed by video and audio clips. Plus live covers by Robert Burke-Warren. This is a free event in Upstate Films’ Live from Upstate series [info].
_{198 Main Street, Saugerties}

November 17, 2 pm: Charles Ives’ America, a performance by The Orchestra Now at the Fisher Center. Leon Botstein and TŌN celebrate the sesquicentennial of one of the most quintessential American composers, Charles Ives. With baritone William Sharp and preeminent Ives scholar J. Peter Burkholder, this program explores the way the composer created unique works from familiar tunes. Before each piece, Sharp and the orchestra will highlight these classic songs, including “Bringing in the Sheaves” and “Camptown Races”. Hear this program at the Fisher Center just days before TŌN performs it at Carnegie Hall [tickets].
_{Manor Avenue, Annandale-On-Hudson (and ONLINE)}

November 17, 3 pm: Real People Real Stories at Ancram Center for the Arts. Ancram Center’s community storytelling program, presented twice a year, features residents from the region crafting and telling personal narratives [tickets].
_{1330 County Route 7, Ancram}

November 18, 10 am-1 pm: Starr Stitchers at Starr Library. Starr Stitchers meet at the Starr Library the 1st and 3rd Mondays of every month. A stitcher is anyone who does any or many types of embroidery and needlework, from beginner to advanced [info].
_{68 West Market Street, Rhinebeck}

November 21, 11 am: Seed Predation in a Changing World, an online seminar by Dr. Peter Guiden of Hamilton College, organized by the Cary Institute. Rodents play a central role in many food webs, providing prey for higher trophic levels while consuming plants and invertebrates. While rodents are the most biodiverse group of mammals on Earth, many rodent communities have been simplified due to habitat loss, climate change, and invasive species. Dr. Guiden will explore how climate change, particularly the loss of winter snowpack, and the proliferation of invasive shrubs influence relationships between rodents and the plants they consume, with a focus on northern temperate forests. Recent work using motion-activated cameras and stationary RFID antennas to better interpret seed predation data will be highlighted [register].
_{ONLINE EVENT}

November 21, 7 pm: Hilda Bauer’s Washington: A Mid-Century Photographic Journey, a presentation by the Millbrook Historical Society at the Millbrook Library [register].
_{3 Friendly Lane, Millbrook}

November 22, 6 pm: Sound Bath in Gridley Chapel at the Wassaic Project. A soothing sound bath of Tibetan and crystal singing bowls, gongs, and chimes led by Resos De Sonidos, an NY/CT/MA based trio of Tim “Love” Lee, Damarys Romano, and Vicky Ehrich. The event is free, but bring your own yoga mat and blanket [info].
_{37 Furnace Bank Road, Wassaic}

November 22, 7-9 pm: The Lane Family Legacy, a presentation by Gene Bullock at the Starr Library. Bullock is an assistant archivist for the Rhinebeck Historical Society [info].
_{68 West Market Street, Rhinebeck}

November 23, 9 am-1 pm: Invasive Management at Sisters Hill Woods, organized by the Dutchess Land Conservancy and Winnakee Land Trust. Invasive species can quickly overtake a trail, having a negative impact on the local ecosystem as well as on hikers’ ability to easily traverse and enjoy their time on the trail. Please join us to help work on a section of trail at Winnakee Land Trust’s Sisters Hill Woods Preserve in Stanford, where we will clear an area of burning bush and other invasive species. There will be tasks for all ages and fitness levels. Come and learn to identify these invasives, and to be a part of making this trail more enjoyable for all! Lunch will be provided [register].
_{Sisters Hill Woods at Sisters Hill Road, Stanfordville}

November 24, 3 pm: Luminaries Series: Conversation + Meditation with Dan Harris at Troutbeck. Troutbeck is delighted to welcome acclaimed journalist, former newsanchor and meditation champion, Dan Harris. Dan’s story and perspective on the benefits of practicing meditation are told in 10% Happier, a #1 New York Times bestseller. He’s also the host of Ten Percent Happier podcast [tickets].
_{515 Leedsville Road, Amenia}

November 24, 7 pm: International Students Organization Cultural Show at the Fisher Center. Join Bard students and the International Student Organization (ISO) for a celebration of cultural diversity through music, singing, and dancing. This event is free and open to the public [info].
_{Manor Avenue, Annandale-On-Hudson}

November 28, 12-8 pm: Thanksgiving Dinner at Troutbeck. The Troutbeck Thanksgiving feast is a combination of plated and shared dishes, with selections available based on your appetite and dietary preferences [info].
_{515 Leedsville Road, Amenia}

November 28-December 1: The Wonderland of Lights at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, supporting Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley. Drive through captivating tunnels adorned with shimmering lights and marvel at larger-than-life illuminated sculptures. The Wonderland of Lights will also be open December 5-8 and December 12-29 [info].
_{6636 Springbrook Avenue, Rhinebeck}

DECEMBER

December 5, 11 am: AI and Ecology, an online seminar by Dr. Sara Beery of MIT, organized by the Cary Institute. Natural world images collected by communities of enthusiast volunteers provide a vast and largely uncurated data source.these images are also known to contain a wealth of “secondary data” captured unintentionally or otherwise included in images and not properly reflected in image labels. Advances in deep learning methods for language and computer vision have the potential to enable the efficient and automated processing techniques needed to unlock the “hidden treasure” in such datasets [register].
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December 5, 6 pm: Doug Tallamy: The Nature of Oaks: The Rich Ecology of Our Most Essential Native Trees, an Earth Matters webinar presented by the Dutchess Land Conservancy. Tallamy’s 2022 book The Nature of Oaks reveals what is going on in oak trees month by month, highlighting the seasonal cycles of life, death, and renewal. From woodpeckers who collect and store hundreds of acorns for sustenance to the beauty of jewel caterpillars, Doug Tallamy illuminates and celebrates the wonders that occur right in our own yards and restorations. He also shares practival advice about how to plant and care for an oak, along with information about the best oak species for your area. The Nature of Oaks will inspire you to treasure these trees and to act to nurture and protect them [register].
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December 5-8: The Wonderland of Lights at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, supporting Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley. Drive through captivating tunnels adorned with shimmering lights and marvel at larger-than-life illuminated sculptures. The Wonderland of Lights will also be open December 12-29 [info].
_{6636 Springbrook Avenue, Rhinebeck}

December 6, 6:30 pm: Holiday Potluck Dinner at the Creek Meeting House, organized by the Clinton Historical Society. Bring a covered dish to share [info].
_{2433 Salt Point Turnpike, Clinton Corners}

December 7, 10 am-4 pm: Holiday Craft & Gift Fair at the Creek Meeting House, organized by the Clinton Historical Society [info].
_{2433 Salt Point Turnpike, Clinton Corners}

December 7, 3-5 pm: Opening Reception for A Space Between Worlds, a winter group exhibition at the Wassaic Project. A Space Between Worlds features artists throughout all seven floors of Maxon Mills and will remain on view through March 15 [info].
_{37 Furnace Bank Road, Wassaic}

December 12-13: Fall Senior Dance Concert by the Bard Dance Program at the Fisher Center. Choreographed by rising artists in the Bard College Dance Program, this concert of Senior Projects represents the culmination of four years of intensive choreographic inquiry and research. Their concepts have been realized with the support of a professional staff of designers. These performances (at 7:30 pm all three nights as well as 2 pm on Sunday) are free and open to the public [info].
_{Manor Avenue, Annandale-On-Hudson}

December 12-29: The Wonderland of Lights at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, supporting Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley. Drive through captivating tunnels adorned with shimmering lights and marvel at larger-than-life illuminated sculptures. [info].
_{6636 Springbrook Avenue, Rhinebeck}

December 13, 5:30 pm: Beers, Bingos & Babes at Lasting Joy Brewery. This is a drag bingo night with drag performances in between bingo games where you have a the chance to win some truly fabulous prizes. This is a 21+ ticketed event. Tickets include your seat and the bingo card for the evening. Food will be available for purchase from one of Lasting Joy’s food truck vendors and drink will be available for purchase from Lasting Joy Brewery [tickets].
_{485 Lasher Road, Tivoli}

December 14, 7 pm: Bard Conservatory Orchestra at the Fisher Center (and online via livestream). A concert by the Bard Conservatory Orchestra with maestro Leon Botstein and soloists from Bard Vocal Arts Program, with a program including Franz Schubert, Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, and Dmitri Shostakovich [tickets].
_{Manor Avenue, Annandale-On-Hudson (and ONLINE)}

December 15, 1-3 pm: Cottage Courses: Holiday Cottage Decorating at the Wassaic Project. Join Cottage Courses for an afternoon of decking the halls of your very own tiny cottage which can be made into ornaments if you desire! All materials, including ready-to-paint paper maché cottages will be provided. All ages and skill levels welcome (a great holiday craft to make with your kid). Children must be accompanied by an adult. If you and your child would both like to make cottages, kindly buy two tickets [tickets].
_{37 Furnace Bank Road, Wassaic}

December 20, 7 pm: Winter Caberet presented by the Bard Conservatory Graduate Vocal Arts Program at the Fisher Center. A winter-and-holiday-infused cabaret spectacular with vocalists from the Graduate Vocal Arts Program [tickets].
_{Manor Avenue, Annandale-On-Hudson}

December 22, 1-5 pm: Cottage Courses: Paper Mache Ornaments at Troutbeck. This workshop introduces the art of paper mache. You’ll construct ornaments of your own design using cardboard, newspaper, glue and paint. You’ll learn how to prime, paint, and seal the final product, ready to be hung on your tree! Children welcome with an adult. If the adult would like to participate, kindly buy two tickets [tickets].
_{515 Leedsville Road, Amenia}

December 29, 10 am-2 pm: Last day of the season for the Rhinebeck Farmers Market [info].
_{61 East Market Street, Rhinebeck}