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UPCOMING EVENTS

SOS Hydrofracking

by Cynthia Owen Philip  

New York struggles to define acceptable limits to the developers' thirst for natural gas.

Hudson River Ruins

by Robin Cherry  

How 19th century German romanticism once brought Mayan artifacts to Cruger Island of Red Hook.

Lilly

by Vivian Yess Wadlin  

A resident of Highland, Lilly Martin Spencer was a prolific painter of late 19th century every day life.

General Interest

Bertolozzi's Bridge Music

by Vivian Yess Wadlin  

After you’ve strolled over Walkway Over The Hudson, drive or walk to Haviland Road’s abrupt end at the Mid Hudson Bridge. There, be prepared for Bertolozzi’s percussive serenade, known simply

Susan Kayne, The Horse’s Advocate

by Rob Rubsam  

Susan Kayne of Unbridled TV and Clermont Farms is determined to change the horse culture of New York State . . . the sooner the better.

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Local History

Greetings from Stone Ridge

by Vivian Yess Wadlin  

Images of Stone Ridge take us back in time and point out the underlying texture of history still visible in this lovely village.

The Lobotskys of Wonderland

by Teresa Vilardi  

For almost a century this family has been farming the precincts along White School House Road in Rhinbeck.

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Building & Home

The Space Race

by M. C. Primiano  

When the parents' empty nest gets filled up with stuff: call out the dropcloths!

Birdhouse Savvy

by Neil Soderstrom  

Ways to nurture and protect your cavity-nesting bluebirds, chickadees, house wrens, and tree swallows.

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Food & Wine

The Tastes of Spring

by Laura Pensiero  

Spring's arrival, says Laura Pensiero, means put away the stew pot and pull out the sauté pan and think fava beans, peas & ramps!

The Chocolate Wars? Part III: Ulster County

by Arlene Wege  

Our chocolate researcher ventures across the bridge . . .

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Health & Wellness

Fibromyalgia: A World of Pain

by Naomi Kennedy  

Whether considered a disease or a disorder, the musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and multiple tender points of fibromyalgia are a very real phenomenon to the millions who suffer from them.

The Perils of Plastics

by Kathryn Matthews  

Plastics are everywhere in our kitchen and around our foods . . . but at what cost to health?

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Featured Community Businesses

A unique clothing boutique featuring runway and showroom samples, bags by Kipling and Whiting and Davis, SugarPlum toiletries, organic mineral make-up by ChaosCosmetics, shoes, belts, scarves, hair ornaments and more. Across from Rhinebeck Firehouse.

71 E. Market St, Rhinebeck
845-876-6729

Licensed Land Surveyor. Buying, selling, subdividing or building, our services assure you the real estate is where you think it is; that your house is on your property and your neighbor’s isn’t; that you've sold or bought what you have contracted for. Professional service, reasonable rates, thorough knowledge of area.

845-255-7358 or 845-246-8203

Beautiful grounds & panoramic view of mountains & Mohonk Tower provide backdrop for this contemporary bed & breakfast. Lounge in our outdoor pool in summer, hot tub, or by the fireside. Play pool or a variety of lawn games. Wonderful hiking, biking, climbing, golf, cross-country skiing, antiquing within minutes. Central air. Smoke-free environment. Full breakfast with home-baked goods.

New Paltz
845-255-6144

Dr. Elinor B. Descovich, Optometrist

Eye Examinations, Contact Lenses, No Line Bifocals,Prescriptions Filled

in Dedrick's Pharmacy Plaza 188 Main St, New Paltz
845-255-8370

Since 1973, we've been providing quality service & installation of overhead doors to homeowners, contractors, architects & commercial businesses. Let the "only real door company in the Valley" exceed your expectations.

40 Arlington Ave, Poughkeepsie
845-471-1130

Family owned / operated locally for almost four decades. Residential roofing & siding using Energy Star® materials. Dozens of delighted local references. Fully insured. Free estimates. Custom standing seam seamless metal roofing including copper & 23 colors & two gauge thicknesses, all Galvalume. Also, all shingle roofs. Siding includes wood & vinyl materials, fire & rot resistant fiber cement products that even fool woodpeckers! We install the retrofit roofing system called "cool roof." Learn about the energy efficiency consumer tax credit fo up to $1800 on roofing and siding packages. Serving the Hudson Valley.

845-795-5159

Fun - Affordable - Dance in GARDINER! Air Conditioned Facility includes 2 Studios, Dancewear Store, ANYTIME parent viewing, Homework Center, N.P. school bus stop, KinderDance, Tot Classes, Tap, Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Ballroom, Line Dance. Birthday Parties, Demo Team, Private Lessons, Workshops and MORE! Ages 3-Adults!

28 Osprey Lane, Gardiner
845-255-6434

Full range of tree services; small or large projects. Serving Columbia and Northern Dutchess Counties. Locally owned and operated. Robert Everhart, ISA-certified arborist, with over 20 years experience in tree care, preservation and maintenance.

23 Orchard Rd, Hudson
518-822-9154 or 845-489-3572

Your area professional since 1968 is always buying and selling coins, currency, gold & silver, jewelry, old marbles, postcards, toys & many other small collectibles. Fair, honest dealings guaranteed. Bill & Ruth Blair. Call for an appointment.

845-254-4717

Art for the HeArt theme continues throughout March; Spring Forth theme begins April with new paintings for both by Betsy Jacaruso & Cross River artists. Gallery open to 7pm every 3rd Saturday during Rhinebeck Arts Walks.May 16 from 5:30–7pm: 2013 Art Along the Hudson kick-off (location TBA).

The Rhinebeck Courtyard 43 E. Market St., Suite 2, Rhinebeck
845-516-4435

A wine estate developed for the exclusive production of Chardonnay, a premium dry wine. Self-guided tour/video describe phases of grape growing and wine making. Gift shop and cafe offering gourmet lunches and picnic baskets at modest prices. Call for hours. Wedding/event hosting.

Burroughs Drive, West Park
845-384-6709

Over 25 years working in collaboration with homeowners and professional designers to create a unique and special something for the home or office. Custom cabinetry and so much more!

518-537-2365 or 845-399-5484

Dine in the area's most spectacular setting and discover why Mohonk consistently receives rave reviews, including Hudson Valley Magazine's award for "Best Restaurant with a View"! Combining culinary artistry with the best of traditional tastes, Mohonk's award-winning chefs serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Bountiful Sunday Brunch. Holiday meals are special occasions on our mountaintop. Reservations required. 845-256-2056

1000 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz
800-772-6646

Decades of excellence. Apple-certified, reasonably priced. Trusted advice, expert installation and life-cycle support for Macintosh OS X systems and networks. Offering a variety of services, for diverse needs. Clients include Sports Illustrated and Apple®, professionals, artists & practitioners.

845-331-1111

Furniture restoration, and repairs. Chair caning and seat weaving. Established in 1986. Fully insured. See also under “Carpentry & Custom Woodworking.”

Elizaville
845-756-2788

AboutTown Ulster: PO Box 474, New Paltz, NY 12561, 845-691-2089  EMAIL US
AboutTown Dutchess/Columbia: The Chocolate Factory, 54 Elizabeth Street, Suite 11, Red Hook, NY 12571, 845-758-3616  EMAIL US
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