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Short-Run Events | Longer-Run Events | Christmas at the Mansions | Kids' Events | Kids' Ongoing | Recreation | At the Movies | Clubs & Activities | Community | Classes, Conferences & Workshops
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Christmas at the Mansions
Christmas at Val-Kill
Special holiday tour on 12/10 from 4-7pm. Val-Kill accessible by shuttle bus only; pick up at Henry A. Wallace Ctr., FDR Estate, 4097 Albany Post Rd., (Rt. 9), Hyde Park, 845-486-1966
Christmas with the Churches
Holiday house tours of Frederick Church's Moorish mansion. 12/2-12/31, Fri-Sun from 11am to 3pm. Victorian Wreath Making 12/11 from 10-11:30 and noon-1:30pm; $10/$5.
Olana State Historic Site, 5720 State Rt. 9G, Hudson, 518-828-0135
Gilded Age Christmas at Staatsburg Historic Site
Sumptuously decorated mansion, flower arrangements, Christmas tree festooned with Edwardian-style ornaments, house tours, gift shop. 11/25-12/31: Thu-Sun, 11am-4pm. Closed Xmas day. $8/$6; children under 12 are free.
Staatsburg State Historic Site, Staatsburg, 889-8851 x38
Historic Hyde Park Open House
Roosevelt Library and FDR home open free of charge on 12/10 from 9am-7pm Holiday decorations, music, refreshments and special activities including Children's Reading Festival at Henry A. Wallace Center. FDR Library and Museum, 4079 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, 845-486-7770
Joyeux Noel at Vanderbilt
The mansion will be decorated for the holidays. Open house on 12/4 from 11am-4pm. Refreshments served. Free.
Vanderbilt/Roosevelt National Historic Site, Route 9, Hyde Park, 845-229-7770
Old Dutch Christmas at the Elmendorph
12/11: The restored 1760 Inn will celebrate with decorations, music, hot cider & fresh bread baked in the historic beehive oven. 1-4pm. Free & open to the public.
Elmendorph Inn, 7562 Rt. 9, Red Hook, 845-758-0277
A Traditional Christmas at Clermont
The Livingston family's Colonial-Revival mansion celebrates the holiday traditions of the era. Weekends from 12/3 to 12/18. Open House, free of charge on 12/17 from 11am-4pm. Child's Christmas on 12/3 & 12/4 at 10am; $3 per child. Candlelight tours on 12/11 from 3-6pm; $6/$5/free.
Clermont State Historic Site, off Rte. 9G,1 mile N. of Tivoli, 518-537-4240
Victorian Holiday at Wilderstein
Mansion transformed into a Victorian holiday spectacular. Tour at your own pace, with guides to answer questions. $10/$9. 11/25-11/27; 12/3-12/4; 12/10-12/11; 12/17-12/18; also 12/26 & 12/27. All from 1-4pm.
Wilderstein Historic Site, 330 Morton Road, Rhinebeck, 845-876-4818
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Kids' Events
Sunday, November 27— Sunday, December 18
Holiday Whodunit Kids use their detective skills to unravel a holiday mystery. Kids must be accompanied by an adult.For ages 6–11 (free for children). Sundays 1–5pm. Mills Mansion 75 Mills Mansion Rd. Staatsburg, NY 12580 845-889-8851 pam.malcolm@parks.ny.gov
Saturday, December 3
Improv Workshop For teens. Led by theater director Carol Rusoff. Group will perform at Hudson's Winter Walk. Hudson Opera House 327 Warren St. Hudson, NY 12534 518 822-1438 joe@hudsonoperahouse.org
Sinterklaas Rhinebeck 2011 celebration All-Day Community Celebration (10am–midnight): workshops for children, puppetry, circus, magic, music from around the world, stilt walkers, pocket lady, fire jugglers, dancers, Havdallah service, living nativity, and more. Culminates in the Children's Starlight Parade with Sinterklaas on his white horse and giant puppets at 6pm, followed by a pageant. Throughout village Rhinebeck, NY 12572 coordinator@sinterklaasrhinebeck.com
Friday, December 9— Sunday, December 11
Bark Art A children's art fundraiser for Perfect Pets Rescue and DCSPCA. Artwork by Dutchess Day School students. Opening reception Fri 5–9pm. Gallery hours 9am–6pm daily. Pause Dog Boutique and Montgomery Row 2nd Fl 6422 Montgomery St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845 876-6670
Saturday, December 10
Holidays Around the World Stories, crafts, traditional food from around the world. Free 10am. Tivoli Free Library 96 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivoliprograms@gmail.com
Kids' Writing Workshop With Author Robin Palmer. 2pm. Germantown Public Library 31 Palatine Park Road Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-5800 germantownlibrary@valstar.net
Monday, December 12
Red Hook HS Winter Concert 7pm. Red Hook High School 103 West Market St. Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-2241 dslater@rhcsd.org
Tuesday, December 13
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party In honor of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever, the sixth book in series by Greg Heffley. Snacks, movie of first book in series. Free. 5:30-7pm. Tivoli Free Library 96 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivoliprograms@gmail.com
Germantown Elementary Winter Concert 7pm. Germantown Elementary School 123 Main Street Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-6281 kharlow@germantowncsd.org
Thursday, December 15
Chancellor Livingston Winter Concert Grade 4 at 6:30pm; Grade 5 at 7:30pm. Chancellor Livingston Elementary School 48 Knollwood Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-761-5570
Germantown Jr High Winter Concert 7pm. Germantown Junior High School 123 Main Street Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-6281 kharlow@germantowncsd.org
Monday, December 19
Red Hook 6th & 7th Grade Concert 7:30pm. Linden Avenue Middle School Cafeteria 65 West Market St. Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-2241 dslater@rhcsd.org
Tuesday, December 20
Germantown High School Winter Concert 7pm. (snow date Dec 22). Germantown High School 123 Main Street Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-6281 kharlow@germantowncsd.org
Red Hook 7th & 8th Grade Concert 7:30pm. Linden Avenue Middle School Cafeteria 65 W. Market St. Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-2241 dslater@rhcsd.org
Saturday, January 14
Magic: the Gathering Draft Play Magic with friends and participate in a tournament. Pre-registration required. $10.12pm. Tivoli Free Library 96 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivoliprograms@gmail.com
Wednesday, January 18
Red Hook Mill Road Concert 7pm. Red Hook High School Gymnasium 103 West Market St. Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-2241 dslater@rhcsd.org
Thursday, January 26
Rhinebeck Bulkeley MS Choral Concert 7:30pm. Bulkeley Middle School 45 N. Park Rd. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-871-5522
Wednesday, February 1
Chancellor Livingston Folk Heritage Evening 7:00pm. Bulkeley Middle School 45 N. Park Rd. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-871-5522
Tuesday, February 7
Mo Willems Party Dance with Elephant and Piggie, read stories, play bingo with Leonardo. For ages 3-5. Free. 2 pm. Tivoli Free Library 96 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivoliprograms@gmail.com
Saturday, February 11
High School Band Prisms Concert 7:30pm. Red Hook High School Gymnasium 103 West Market St. Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-2241 dslater@rhcsd.org
Tuesday, February 14
Valentine Swap Make Valentines and give them to friends and family. Free. 4 pm. Tivoli Free Library 96 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivoliprograms@gmail.com
Saturday, February 25
Red Hook HS Variety Show 7:30pm. Red Hook High School Gymnasium 103 W. Market St. Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-2241 dslater@rhcsd.org
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Kids' Ongoing
Art
After School Artists. With Stephanie Preston. Choice of arts and crafts. Each Mon at 4pm. Tivoli Free Library 96 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivoliprograms@gmail.com
Art Studio for Young Artists. Creative drawing, painting and more for children 7 and older. Free. Fridays 3–4:30. Call for exact dates and info. Hudson Opera House 327 Warren St. Hudson, NY 12534 518 822-1438 joe@hudsonoperahouse.org
Catskill Mtn. Music Together
Ten-week mixed age music class (ages birth to 5) & eight-week class for babies (birth to 9 mos). Classes start mornings in January. Catskill Mountain Music Together 845-657-2600 director@catskillmountainmusictogether.com
Center for Performing Arts Kids Shows
Family Series on Sat mornings, including magic, interactive theater, puppers and more! Saturdays 11am. 12/3 & 12/10: Mysterious Case of the Missing Ring, directed by Lisa Lynds. $9/$7.12/17: A Christmas Carol by The Puppet People. Shows resume Sat mornings in February. Call or check website for more info. Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck 661 Rt. 308 Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-3080
Check Mates Chess Club
Thu 4:30pm for students ages 7–18. Tivoli Free Library 96 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivoliprograms@gmail.com
Chess
Morton Memorial Library. Youth Chess Club. Free. Meets Mon 5:30pm. Call D. Suris to confirm. Morton Memorial Library 82 Kelly St. Rhinecliff, NY 12574 845-876-5810 mortonrhinecliff@gmail.com
Dance
Kaatsbaan Academy of Dance. Ballet and pre-ballet classes for kids from 3 to 8, beginning flamenco for 9 & up. Tuition. Call for info & to register. Kaatsbaan International Dance Center 120 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-5106x10 thkaats@bestweb.net
Music and Movement for Families. Live music, creative movement, and dance with Abby Lappen. For parents and young children ages 1 and up. $5 per child. Mondays 10–11 am. Call for exact dates and info. Hudson Opera House 327 Warren St. Hudson, NY 12534 518 822-1438 joe@hudsonoperahouse.org
The Rhinebeck Dance Centre. Classical Ballet, Point, Rhythm Tap, Hip-Hop, Modern, Salsa, Belly Dancing, Wedding Dance.Locations in Rhinebeck, Red Hook. Rhinebeck: Center for Performing Arts on Rt. 308 Red Hook: 7345 S. Broadway 845-876-3303 rhinebeckdance@aol.com
Showbiz Dance Studio. Ballet, Tap, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Lyrical and pre-dance combination classes Showbiz Dance Studio 1086 Morton Blvd. Kingston, NY 12401 845-336-SHOW
Vibe Dance Studio. Classical Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop, and Zumba for children & adults. Vibe Dance Studio 6811 Route 9 Astor Square, (2nd floor, building 1) Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-901-9101 vibedancestudio@gmail.com
Fun, Food & Fitness
4-wk program for teens on balanced nutrition & exercise. Meets twice a wk. Parents also encouraged to attend. $120. Registration required. Northern Dutchess Hospital Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, NY 12572 871-3500 gmullen@health-quest.org
Homeschool Jamboree!
Homeschool families invited to library to share resources and programs. Free. 12/6–12/20 & 1/10–2/14 at 11am. Red Hook Public Library 7444 South Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-3241 redhookpr@gmail.com
Homework Help
For students grades 1–8. Free. 12/1–12/22 & 1/12 –2/16 from 4:30–6:30pm. Red Hook Public Library 7444 South Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-3241 redhookpr@gmail.com
Hudson Afterschool Hours
Tue–Fri from 3–5pm. Tue: arts & crafts. Wed: leisure reading. Thu: movies on us. Fri: skilled activities. Hudson Area Association Library 400 State St. Hudson , NY 12534 518-828-1792
Hudson Opera House
After school workshops & classes for kids & teens. Call for details. Hudson Opera House 327 Warren St. Hudson, NY 12534 518 822-1438 joe@hudsonoperahouse.org
Library Explorers
2nd–6th graders read, discuss & explore the library offerings. Books, crafts, activities. Free. 12/6–12/20 & 1/10–2/14 from 4:30–5:30pm. Red Hook Public Library 7444 South Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-3241 redhookpr@gmail.com
Math Circle
Meets 1st Fri at 5 pm. Math-based games & projects with members of Bard College Math Team. All ages welcome. Children under 8 accompanied by adult. Tivoli Free Library 86 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivoliprograms@gmail.com
Pre-School Story Hours
Clinton Library. Tue 9–11am. Clinton Community Library 1215 Centre Road Schultzville, NY 12572 845-266-5530 library@cl.epals.com
Germantown Library. Every Tue, 11am. Germantown Public Library 31 Palatine Park Road Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-5800 germantownlibrary@valstar.net
Hudson Library. Wed & Thu 10–11am. Sat 11:30am–12:30pm. Hudson Area Association Library 400 State St. Hudson , Ny 12534 518-828-1792 gboeringer@gmail.com
Livington Library. Stories and activities for kids. Call for info. Livingston Public Library 90 Old Post Rd. PO Box 105 Livingston, NY 12541 518 - 851-2270 livlib@netscape.net
Morton Mem. Library. Ages 2–5. Fri 10:30am. Morton Memorial Library 82 Kelly Street Rhinecliff, NY 12574 845-876-2903 mortonrhinecliff@gmail.com
Red Hook Library . Rock, Rattle and Read: for babies at lap-sit story time. Wed, 12/7–21 and 1/11–2/15 at 10:30am. Toddler Romp and Stomp: music, movement & stories for toddlers. Caregivers stay. Mon, 12/5–19 & 1/9–2/13 at 10:30am. Early Literacy Workshop: Introduce 4–5 yr olds to books & foster reading skills. Adult caregiver stays. Thu 12/1–12/22 & 1/12–2/16 at 10:30am. Red Hook Public Library 7444 South Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-3241 redhookpr@gmail.com
Starr Library. Every Thu, 2 sessions, beginning at 10:15 and 11:15 am. Starr Library 68 W. Market St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4030 starrdirector@me.com
Tivoli Free Library. Lap-Sit Storytime: Tue at 10:30am for kids from birth–24 months. Super Fun Play time: Games, puzzles, books for infants–3 years, Fri 2–3pm. Pre-school Storytime: Wed at 10:30am for kids ages 2–5. Super Fun Play Time! Tivoli Free Library 86 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivoliprograms@gmail.com
Smathteroons
Science and math in fun-filled afternoons for 2nd –5th graders. Science, math and stories. Free. 12/7–21 and 1/11–2/15 from 4:30–5:30pm. Red Hook Public Library 7444 South Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-3241 redhookpr@gmail.com
Tails Waggin' Tutors
Certified therapy dogs & their owners come to the library & kids read to a dog: great for beginning readers.Most Thu at 4pm. Call ahead. Germantown Public Library 31 Palatine Park Road Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-5800 germantownlibrary@valstar.net
Teen Scene
For 6th grade & up: wii, boardgames, crafts, music, etc. 2nd & 4th Fri at 6pm. Tivoli Free Library 96 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivoliprograms@gmail.com
Terra Tuesdays
For 5–12 year olds. Taught by Chelsea Benson, Environmental Educator. Tues 1/17, 1/24, 1/31 3:30–4:30pm. Germantown Public Library 31 Palatine Park Road Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-5800 germantownlibrary@valstar.net
Young Rhinebeck
Community-based activities for teens. Thu 6:30–8:30pm. Starr Library 68 W. Market St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-8054
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Recreation
Cross-Country Skiing
Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site 4097 Albany Post Rd., (Rt. 9) Hyde Park, 12538 845-229-6214
Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site, (Val-Kill) Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site Hyde Park, 12538 845-229-6214
Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site 4097 Albany Post Road (Rt. () Hyde Park, NY 12538 845-229-6214
Staatsburg Historic Site Friends of Mills Mansion 75 Mills Mansion Rd. Staatsburg, NY 12580 845-889-8851 pam.malcolm@parks.ny.gov
Southlands Foundation 5771 Rt. 9 S Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4862
Poets' Walk Park River Road Red Hook, NY 12571 845-473-4440
Lafayette State Multiple Use Area Rt. 199 and Wilbur Flats Rd. Stanfordville, NY 12581 845-831-3109
Tivoli Bays Rt 9G or Kidd Lane Tivoli, NY 12583 845-889-4745x105
Clermont State Historic Site Off Rte. 9G,1 mile N. of Tivoli Clermont, NY 12526 518-537-4240
Palatine Park — north of light on Rt.9G 50 Palatine Park Rd. Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-5600
Olana State Historic Site 5720 State Rt. 9G near Rip Van Winkle Bridge Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-0135
Wilcox Park Wicox Park Rt. 199 Milan, NY 12571 845-758-6100
Montgomery Place River Road Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504 845-758-5461
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Stevenson Gymnasium, Bard College. Basketball & squash courts, pool, weight & exercise rooms, etc. Community memberships, coupon books & single-use options. Bard College 30 Campus Rd. Annandale, NY 12504 845-758-7531
Horseback Riding
Landsman Kill Trail Association. Call or visit website for info. Landsman Kill Trail Association Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-1929
Rhine Valley Farm. Call or visit website for info. Rhine Valley Farm 431 Schultz Hill Rd. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-2458
The Rombout Hunt Club. The Rombout Hunt Club hosts a spring trail ride, and other hunt activities. The Rombout Hunt Club Meets in various locations, 845-876-4862 or 845-876-6901
Southlands. Horse shows are often open to the public at Southlands on Route 9, south of Rhinebeck. Horseback riding lessons are available also. Southlands Foundation 5771 Rt. 9S Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4862
Tatra Farms. Call for info. Tatra Farms 290 Schultzville Rd. Clinton Corners, NY 12514 845-266-3101
The Valley Horse Club . The Valley Horse Club has clinics, shows, field trips, fund raisers. The Club meets twice a month and welcomes new members. Call for info. The Valley Horse Club Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-0619
Ice Boating, Ice Fishing & Ice Skating
On Tivoli South Bay when conditions are right. Sometimes also off North Germantown and Rhinecliff town landings.
Neighbors' Gun Club
3-D archery shoots, skeet shooting, & events. For info call Jim Reardon. Neighbors' Gun Club 36 Burger Rd. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-3092
Northern Dutchess Rod & Gun Club
Fishing, hunting, trap & target shooting, skeet range, 3-D bow shoots, dinners, cookouts & more. Northern Dutchess Rod & Gun Club Enterprise Road Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-3711
Public Parks & Playgrounds
Cheviot, Germantown. Small, riverfront park. Cheviot, NY 12526
Clinton Recreational Park. Call for info. Clinton Recreational Park 337 Centre St. Clinton Corners, NY 12514 845-266-5988
Mills-Norrie State Park. Fishing, boating, hiking, environmental center, on the Hudson. Mills-Norrie State Park 256 Norrie Point Way Staatsburg, NY 12580 845-889-4200
Milan Town Park. Ball fields, playground, basketball, volleyball. Milan Town Park Matecki Rd. Lafayetteville, NY 12581
Palatine Park, Germantown. Playground, ballfield, ice skating, cross-country trail. Town of Germantown 50 Palatine Park Road Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-4600 gtownny@valstar.net
Red Hook Recreation Park. Playing fields, tennis courts, playground, track, picnic & snack area, pavilion. Red Hook Recreation Park Linden Avenue Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-4606
Rhinebeck Recreational Park. Playground, (lighted) basketball & tennis courts, softball field, ice-skating or rollerblading rink, shuffleboard, 2 pavilions. Rhinebeck Recreational Park West Market Street Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-3409
Tivoli Memorial Park. Playground, ballfield, basketball court, pavilion, small ice-skating pond. Tivoli Memorial Park Pine St. Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-2021
Wilcox Park. Rt. 199 1 mi east of Taconic. Grounds open in winter Mon-Fri from 9am–4pm. Wilcox Park Rt. 199 Stanfordville, NY 12581 845-758-6100
Rhinebeck Tennis Club
Daily drop-in round robins, Saturday socials, parties, tournaments, camps, lessons & more. Rhinebeck Tennis Club Rt. 308, behind Ctr. for Perf. Arts Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-8008
Scenic Walks & Hikes
Burger Hill Park. Hilltop park on 76 acres of open meadows & rural, scenic beauty. Open 9am–8:30pm Spring & Summer; 9am–dusk Fall & Winter. Burger Hill Park Rt. 9G, south of Rhinebeck Rhinebeck, NY 1260 845-876-4213
Ferncliff Forest Game Refuge & Forest Preserve. 192-acre preserve in the heart of Rhinebeck. Walking trails, pond, lookout tower. Ferncliff Forest Game Refuge & Forest Preserve 400 Rt. 308 Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-3196
Historic Architecture Walking Tours. Hudson. $2.50. 1st Sat, 10am. 518-828-1915
Hudson River Mansions. Always a good choice for hikes & walks: Mills Mansion, Montgomery Place, Clermont State Historic Site, & Olana.
Mills-Norrie State Park. Hiking & environmental center on the Hudson River. Mills-Norrie State Park Old Post Rd. Staatsburg, NY 12580 845-889-4200
Poets' Walk Park. 120-acre park, spectacular river views, cedar shelters, pavilion, no vehicles or bikes. 9am– dusk, weather permitting. River Rd., Red Hook. Poets' Walk Park River Rd. Red Hook, NY 12571 845-473-4440 x214
Tivoli Bays. 1700-acre nature reserve. Wooded walking trails from Tivoli to Bard campus; kayaking in North Bay, hunting on undeveloped wet & uplands. Tivoli, NY 12583 845-889-4745 x105
Snowshoe Treks
Snowshoe hikes arranged for when there's adequate snow & good weather. Join an email alert system to be notified. Organized by Columbia Land Conservancy. Jenny Brinker: jenny@clctrust.org or 518-392-5252 x210 Columbia Land Conservancy PO Box 299 49 Main St. Chatham, NY 12037 518-392-5252 info@clctrust.org
TMT Hunting Preserve
DEC-licensed hunting preserve open to public. Fri–Tue for upland birds & mallard ducks. 15-station & sporting clays. Shooting daily except Thu. TMT Hunting Preserve 302 Schoolhouse Road Clinton, NY 845-266-5108
Winter Fun at Montgomery Place
Grounds open to the public. Cross country skiing, snow shoeing, & sledding on plastic sleds. On Sat in Feb, hot chocolate on the porch between 2–4pm. Montgomery Place River Rd. Annandale, NY 12504 914-631-8200 x612
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At the Movies
Clinton Library Movie Nights
3rd Fri at 6:30pm. Clinton Community Library 1215 Centre Road Clinton, NY 12572 266-5530 library@cl.epals.com
Lyceum 6
Open daily. Call or visit website for schedule. Lyceum 6 7270 S. Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-3311
Morton Memorial Library
12/14, 1/8, 2/15, 6:30pm. Usually third Wed. Free. Call for info. Morton Memorial Library 82 Kelly Street Rhinecliff, NY 12574 845-876-2903 mortonrhinecliff@gmail.com
Upstate Films
Outstanding independent films. Check website for details and showtimes. Upstate Films 6415 Montgomery Street Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-2515
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Clubs & Activities
AARP Chapter #2381
Open to people aged 50+. Meets 2nd Wed 10:30am–2pm. Dutch Reformed Church 6368 Mill Street Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4782
American Legion Post #346
Meets 3rd Mon at 8pm. American Legion Post #346 Woods Rd. Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-6350
Art Galleries in Hudson
A.D.D. Gallery. Fri–Sun Noon–5pm. A.D.D. Gallery 22 Park Place Hudson, NY 12534 845-822-9763
Agora Foundation. Call for hours. Agora Foundation 101 Paul Avenue Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-1116
BCB Art. Thu–Sun Noon–6pm. BCB Art 116 Warren Street Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-4539
Bonnie Andretta Fine Arts, Inc.. Thu–Mon 11am–5pm. Bonnie Andretta Fine Arts, Inc. 415 Warren Street Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-1024
Carrie Haddad Gallery. Thu–Mon 11am–5pm. Carrie Haddad Gallery 622 Warren Street Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-1915
Columbia Cty. Council on the Arts. Gallery hrs.: Wed–Fri 11am–5pm; Sat 11am–3pm. Columbia County Council on the Arts 209 Warren St. Hudson, NY 518-671-6213
Columbia-Greene Comm. Coll. Galleries. Mon–Thu 8am–8pm; Fri 8am–5pm; Sun Noon–5pm. Columbia-Greene Community College 4400 Rt. 23 Hudson, NY 12534 518-822-2027 kovler@sunycgcc.edu
Deborah Davis Fine Art. Thu–Mon 11am–5pm. Deborah Davis Fine Art 510 Warren St. Hudson, NY 12534 518-822-1890
Hitchcock & Eve. Thu–Mon 11am–6pm. Hitchcock & Eve 624 Warren Street Hudson, NY 12534 518-822-0106
Hudson Opera House. Mon–Sat Noon–5pm. Hudson Opera House 327 Warren St. Hudson, NY 12534 518 822-1438 joe@hudsonoperahouse.org
Hudson Valley Art Ctr.. Thu–Mon 11am–5pm. Hudson Valley Art Center Gallery 337 Warren Street Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-2661
J. Damiani Gallery. Thu–Sun 9am–5:30pm. J. Damiani Gallery 437 Warren Street Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-5490
John Davis Gallery. Thu–Sat 11am–5pm; Sun Noon–5pm. John Davis Gallery 362 1/2 Warren Street Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-0778
Marianne Courville Gallery. Thu–Mon 11am–5pm. Marianne Courville Gallery 431 Warren Street Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-6411
Modo Gallery. Thu–Mon Noon–5. Modo Gallery 506 Warren Street Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-5090
Museum of the Imagination. Sat & Sun Noon–5pm. Museum of the Imagination 217 Warren Street, 2nd Floor Hudson, NY 12534 518-671-6711
Ornamentum. Thu, Fri & Sun 11am–5pm; Sat 11am–6pm. Ornamentum 506 ½ Warren Street Hudson, NY 12534 518-671-6770
Peter Jung Fine Arts. By appt. Peter Jung Fine Arts 512 Warren Street Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-2698
Richard Sena Gallery. Call for hours. Richard Sena Gallery 238 Warren St. Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-1996
Sharada. Thu–Mon 11am–5pm. Sharada 433 Warren Street Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-9750
Stageworks. Wed–Sun Noon–4pm. Stageworks Gallery 41 Cross St. Hudson, NY 518-851-7044
Time & Space Limited. Daily 11am–3pm. TLS Warehouse 4343 Columbia St. Hudson, NY 12534 518-822-8448
Bard College Symphonic Chorus
Open to community members who love to sing. Rehearsals Tue 7:30pm Sept–Dec and Feb–May. Concerts in Dec and May annually. Email for further info. Bard College Annandale, NY 12507 bardsymphonicchorus@gmail.com
Beekeepers
Group meets 4th Tue. Bee there! (Call for time & to confirm). Tivoli Village Hall, 3rd Fl. 48 Broadway TIvoli, NY 12583 403-396-8357
Book Clubs
Clinton Comm. Library. 3rd Mon at 7pm. Clinton Community Library 1215 Centre Road Clinton, NY 12572 845-266-5530 terrys.ccl@gmail.com
Germantown Library. 1st Wed at 7pm. Call for titles. Germantown Public Library 31 Palatine Park Road Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-5800 germantownlibrary@valstar.net
Hudson Library. 1st Tue at 6pm. Hudson Area Association Library 400 State St. Hudson, Ny 12534 518-828-1792 gboeringer@gmail.com
Hudson's Between the Lines Book Club. Variable meeting times. Call for info. Hudson Area Association Library 400 State St. Hudson , NY 12534 518-828-1792 gboeringer@gmail.com
Red Hook Library. 2 groups: 2nd Tue at 2:30pm; 3rd Mon at 7pm. Red Hook Library 7444 S. Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-3241
Starr Library. Meets last Mon at 7pm. Starr Library 68 W. Market St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4030 starrdirector@me.com
Tivoli Library's Page Turners. 3rd Thu at 7pm. Tivoli Free Library 86 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivlib@webjogger.net
Chancellor Livingston Chapter of DAR
Meets monthly. Call for info. Chancellor Livingston Chapter of DAR 77 Livingston St. Rhinebeck, NY 12526 845-876-6326
Clinton Card Club
Meets 4th Fri at 7pm. Bring your favorite games & refreshments to share. Free. Clinton Town Hall 1215 Centre Road Clinton, NY 12572 845-266-3592
Clinton Historical Society
Meets monthly at 7:30pm. Call for info. Creek Mtg. House Salt Point Tpke./Main St. Clinton Corners, NY 12514 845-266-3066
Columbia County Photography Club
2nd & 4th Tue from 6–8pm. Share tips & techniques. from 6:45–7:45pm. Limited space. Call for info. Hudson Area Association Library 400 State St. Hudson , NY 12534 518-828-5887 abit@mhcable.com
Country Crafters Home Bureau
2nd Tue at 7:30pm. Learn a new craft each month. Public welcome. Clinton Community Library 1215 Centre Rd. Schultzville, NY 12572 845-266-3546
Dutchess Bébés Doll Collectors Club
3rd Wed of month. 10:30am. Elmendorph Inn 7592 North Broadway Red Hook, NY NY12571 845-757-6451
Dutchess Land Conservancy
Preserving the rural character and open lands of Dutchess County. Dutchess Land Conservancy 4289 Route 82 Millbrook, NY 12545 845-677-3002
Eastern Star of Red Hook
Meets 1st & 3rd Tue at 7:30pm. Masonic Temple 9 Graves Street Red Hook, NY 12571 845-757-2464
Eastern Star, Beekman Chapter #496
Meets 2nd and 4th Tue, 7:30pm. Masonic Temple 6472 Montgomery St. Rhinebeck, NY 12526 845-876-6020
"Friends of" Groups
Clermont State Historic Site. Friends of Clermont , 87 Clermont Ave. #2, Germantown, 518-537-6622 Friends of Clermont 87 Clermont Ave. #2 Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-6622 info@friendsofclermont.org
Elmendorph. Meets monthly. Tavern nights 3rd Sat. (See Long Run Events). The Friends of Elmendorph 7562 Rt. 9 Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-5887 friends@elmendorph.org
Friends of Hudson Library Book Sale. First & third Sat, 10am–1pm. Hudson Area Association Library 400 State St. Hudson , Ny 12534 518-828-1792 gboeringer@gmail.com
Mills Mansion. Call for details. Staatsburgh State HIstoric Site 75 Mills Mansion Staatsburg, NY 12580 845-889-8851
Morton Memorial Library. Call for info. Morton Memorial Library 82 Kelly Street Rhinecliff, NY 12574 845-876-1569 mortonrhinecliff@gmail.com
Red Hook Library. Meets 1st Wed at 6:30pm. Public welcome. Friends of Red Hook Public Library 7444 South Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-757-3031
Starr Library. Meets every other month, 3rd Wed at 1pm. Next meeting 1/18. Starr Library 68 W. Market St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4030 starrdirector@me.com
Games, Games, Games
Mah Jong, Bridge, Mexican Train dominoes; bring a game & friends. Tue from 1–3pm. Rhinebeck Town Hall 80 E. Market St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-3409
Garden Clubs
Clinton. Call for info. Clinton Corners, NY 12514 845-266-3546
F. W. Vanderbilt Garden Assn.. Non-profit group raises funds to rehabilitate Vanderbilt formal gardens. Garden tours 3rd sun at 1pm. Vanderbilt Estate Rt. 9 Hyde Park, NY 845-229-6432
Germantown. Meets monthly, usually at noon. 12/6: Annual Holiday Covered Dish Luncheon and Installation of Club Officers. Bring a table arrangement for judging and a gift for Livingston Hills Nursing Center residents. Old Parsonage 52 Maple Avenue Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-4868 kjanson@aol.com
Old Dutch Village Garden Club . Meets 2nd Thu at 12:30pm at St. John's Reformed Church unless otherwise noted. Next open meeting 1/12. St. John's Reformed Church 126 Old Post Road N. Upper Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-5758 bettybader@frontiernet.net
Rhinebeck Garden Club. 4th Wed at 10am unless otherwise noted. Rhinebeck Garden Club Town Hall — East Market Street Rhinebeck, NY 12572 876-5280 jbrockett@hvc.rr.com
Germantown Fire Auxiliary
Meets 3rd Mon 7pm. Germantown Firehouse 181 Main Street Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-6194
Germantown History
Local history research assistance from Margaret Ryder. Sat 10am–Noon. Call ahead. Old Parsonage 52 Maple Avenue Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-6687
Germantown Hose Co. #1
Meets 1st Tue at 7:30pm. Germantown Firehouse 181 Main St. Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-6685
Germantown Lions Club
Dinner mtgs. on 1st Tue at G'town Telephone Co., 210 Main St., Germantown. 3rd Tue meets at Blue Stores Hotel; US Rt. 9 & Cty. Rt. 31, Germantown. Germantown Lions' Club PO Box 55 Hudson, NY 12534 518 828-4500 royboy@valstar.net
Germantown Sportsmen Assn.
Meets 2nd & 4th Fri. Sportsmen Assn. Clubhouse 303 Dales Bridge Road Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-6233
Go Club
Ancient Chinese game of strategy. Sat 11am–1pm. Red Hook Public Library 7444 S. Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-3241 redhookpr@gmail.com
Greenport Historical Society
Email for info. Greenport Historical Society 600 Town Hall Drive Hudson, NY 12534 h427@verizon.net
Hendrick Hudson Lodge #875 F&AM
Meets 2nd & 4th Wed at 7:30pm. Hendrick Hudson Masonic Lodge 9 Graves Street Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-8185
History/Genealogy
Red Hook Historical Society. Find out background of your historic Red Hook home. Archives open each Tue 10am–4pm. Call ahead. Elmendorph Inn 7592 N. Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-1920
Red Hook Library. Research local history records during library hours. Red Hook Public Library 7444 S. Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 834-758-3241 redhookpr@gmail.com
Rhinebeck History Room. Local history archives open to the public every Tue and Thu, 10am–3pm. Starr Library 68 W. Market St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4030 starrdirector@me.com
Hudson Elks Lodge No. 787
Meets 1st & 3rd Mon except July & Aug, then 3rd Mon only. Bingo every Tue 7pm. Hudson Elks Lodge 201 Harry Howard Ave. Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-9059
Hudson River Heritage
For anyone interested in local history & heritage. Quitman House 7015 Route 9 Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-2474
Hudson River Watertrail Assn.
Coalition of small boaters, primarily human and wind-powered. Hudson River Watertrail Association
Hudson Valley Community Dances
Held in various locations throughout Hudson Valley. All levels. No partner necessary. Beginner lessons provided. See website for schedule. Hudson Valley Port Ewen, Poughkeepsie, Kingston, 845-454-2571
Knitting, Spinning & Needlecrafts
Common Threads. 2nd Fri from 6:30–8pm. Bring knitting, crocheting, or other needle & fiber crafts. Clinton Community Library 1215 Centre Road Schultzville, NY 12572 845-266-5530 library@cl.epals.com
Elmendorph Spinners. Spinning, 3rd Fri from 7–9pm. Elmendorph Inn 7592 North Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-6296
Embroidery Group. 2nd and 4th Wed every month, 10am–1pm. Starr Library 68 W. Market St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4030 starrdirector@me.com
Knitting for the Neighborhood. Charity knitting group meets Mon, 6–8pm. Bring your knitting needles. Patterns & yarns provided. Countrywool 59 Spring Rd., off Orchard near Bell's Pond Livingston, NY 12541 518-828-4554
Spinning. 3rd Monday of every month. 10am–12noon. Clinton Community Library 1215 Centre Road Clinton, NY 12572 845-266-5530 library@cl.epals.com
Spinning Yarns Knitters. Meet to knit, crochet, embroider & do other needle-related crafts. Free. All skill levels welcome. Free. Each Wed 4–7pm. Red Hook Public Library 7444 South Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-3241 redhookpr@gmail.com
Staatsburg Purl Jam. Knitters, Crocheters, Needlework group. Bring needles and projects! Saturdays 10–11am. Staatsburg Library 70 Old Post Road PO Box 219 Staatsburg, NY 12580 845-889-4683 staatslibrary@gmail.com
Tivoli Purl Jam. 2nd & 4th Thu at 6pm. Call for dates & times. Tivoli Free Library 86 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivlib@webjogger.net
Maennerchor & Damenchor
Social & singing group founded 141 years ago, with 135 members and 20 singers. Call for info.
Mid-Hudson Astronomical Association
Amateur astronomy enthusiasts, sponsored by SUNY New Paltz. Call to confirm. Wilcox Park Rt. 199 Lafayetteville, NY 12581 845-876-4289
Mid-Hudson Gem & Mineral Society
Meets 3rd Fri, 7:30pm. Unitarian Fellowship Hall 67 South Randolph Avenue Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 845-227-1188
Mid-Hudson Japanese Community Association
Social events, holiday celebrations, workshops, kids' language programs, & more. Open to all interested in Japanese culture. Mid-Hudson Japanese Community Association
Mid-Hudson Kennel Association
Meets 2nd Wed, 7:30pm. Mid-Hudson Kennel Association/Training Starr Library Market Street Rhinebeck , NY 12572 758-0364
ND Hospital Auxiliary
Call for info. Northern Dutchess Hospital 6511 Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-871-3470
NDH Mothers' Club
Meets 1st Mon of month Sept–Jun at 7pm. Neugarten Birth Ctr. 6511 Springbrook Ave. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-431-6711
NDH Wellness Center
Medically based fitness center with an "un-club" feel. Call for info. Northern Dutchess Hospital Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, NY 12572 871-3500 gmullen@health-quest.org
Nine Partners Lions Club
1st Wed at 6:30pm. For info call Bill Dickett. Clinton Community Library 1215 Centre Rd. Schultzville, NY 12580 845-266-5866
Programs for Seniors
AARP. Meets 2nd Tue 10:30am. Rhinebeck Reformed Church 6368 Mill St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-758-8626
Brain Games. Red Hook Town Hall: Thu 1–3:30pm. St. John's Reformed Church, Upper Red Hook: Thu 10:15–11:15am. Starr Library: Wed 1–2pm.
Exercise. Milan Town Hall: Tue & Thu 10:30am, 845-758-5133. Pine Plains at Presbyterian Church: Tue & Thu 10am, 518-398-7117. Red Hook Town Hall: Tue & Thu, 2 classes, 9:30am or noon. Upper Red Hook at St. John's Church: Tue & Thu 9am. 845-758-1184. Rhinebeck at American Legion; Tue & Thu 10am, 845-876-4429. Ageless & Moving at Bard College: 845-758-8522; fee. Senior Walk Program organized by RH Chamber of Comm. Meets at Red Hook Rec Park at 10am, call for dates & details: 845-758-0824; Senior Fitness classes at IXL, 876-4100.
Red Hook Senior Citizens. Every Tue, 1pm. Red Hook Firehouse 42 Firehouse Lane Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-6624
Public Libraries
Clinton Community Library. Mon–Thu 9am–5:30pm. Fri Noon–8pm. Sat 9am–1pm. Clinton Community Library 1215 Centre Road Schultzville, NY 12572 845-266-5530 library@cl.epals.com
Germantown Public Library. Tue 9am–7:30pm. Wed 9am–noon; Thu 5pm–8pm; Fri 9am–5pm; Sat 9am–2pm. Germantown Public Library 31 Palatine Park Road Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-5800 germantownlibrary@valstar.net
Hudson Library. Tue & Wed 9am–8pm. Thu & Fri 9am–5pm. Sat 10am–3pm. Closed Sun. Hudson Area Association Library 400 State St. Hudson , Ny 12534 518-828-1792 gboeringer@gmail.com
Livingston Free Library. Mon 3–7pm, Wed 11am–7pm; Sat 9am–3pm. Livingston Free Library 90 Old Post Rd. Livingston, NY 12541 518-851-2270 livlib@netscape.net
Morton Memorial Library (Rhinecliff). Tue: 2:30–6pm; Wed: 2:30–7:30pm. Thu & Fri 10am–12:30pm & 2:30–6pm. Sat 10am–12:30pm. Morton Memorial Library & Community House 82 Kelly Street Rhinecliff, NY 12574 845-876-2903 mortonrhinecliff@gmail.com
Red Hook Public Library. Mon–Fri 10am–7pm; Sat 10am–4pm. Red Hook Public Library 7444 South Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-3241 redhookpr@gmail.com
Staatsburg Library. Mon & Wed 10am–Noon, 2pm–5pm & 6–8pm. Thu 2–5pm. Fri 2–5pm & 6–8pm. Sat 10am–2pm. Closed Tue & Sun. Staatsburg Library 70 Old Post Road PO Box 219 Staatsburg, NY 12580 845-889-4683 staatslibrary@gmail.com
Starr Library (Rhinebeck). Mon & Fri: Noon–5pm; Tue, Wed & Thu: 10am–7pm; Sat: 10am–4pm. Sun 1–4pm. Starr Library 68 W. Market St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4030 starrdirector@me.com
Tivoli Free Library. Mon & Fri 2–8pm; Tue,Wed, Thurs 10am–8pm; Sat 10am–2pm. Tivoli Free Library 86 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivlib@webjogger.net
Ralph T. Waterman Bird Club
Talks, nature walks & other ornithological activities. Meets 4th Mon, 7:30pm. Presbyterian Church Hall 1168 Rt 55 Lagrangeville, NY 12540
Red Hook Arts & Antiques Dealers Assoc. (RHAADA)
Meets once a month. Call for info. Red Hook Art & Antique Dealers Association PO Box 654 Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-2599 or 845-758-9283
Red Hook Car Club
Meets 3rd Thu 7pm at Red Hook VFW in winter; otherwise at members' homes. Antique car ownership not necessary to join. Red Hook VFW 30 Elizabeth St. Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-5467
Red Hook Chamber of Commerce
Monthly breakfast meetings on a variety of topics. Call for info. Elmendorph Inn 7562 N. Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-0824
Red Hook Community Arts Network
Get involved in arts organization promoting Red Hook as an arts destination. Music, talks, & more. 845-758-0824 redhookcan@gmail.com
Red Hook Firehouse Ladies Auxiliary
Meets 2nd Wed at 7:15pm. Red Hook Firehouse 42 Firehouse Lane Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-8727
Red Hook Rotary Club
Meets Tue 7:30am. An Apple a Day Diner 7329 S. Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-5000
Red Hook Village Green Committee
Help with greens projects, fundraising or communications. Usually 3rd Tue at 7pm. Red Hook Village Hall 7467 S. Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-1081
Rhinebeck Bridge Club
Every Tue at 10am. Church of the Messiah, Parish Hall 6436 Montgomery St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-3533
Rhinebeck Choral Club
Rehearsals Wed. 7:30–9:30pm. Call for details. Rhinebeck Choral Club Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-7838 musiccass@aol.com
Rhinebeck Lodge #432 F&AM
Meets 3rd Wed at 7:30pm. All are welcome. Masonic Temple 6472 Montgomery St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-758-2398
Rhinebeck Rotary Club
Meets Mon at 12:15pm. Beekman Arms Hotel 6387 Mill St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-1766
Rhinebeck Science Foundation
Meets third Mon of each month from 6–8pm. Refer to website for info. Open to all. Starr Library 68 W. Market St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4030 starrdirector@me.com
Rhinebeck Toastmasters
Meets 2nd Thu 7pm. Open to all. Ulster Cty. Office Bldg., 6th Floor 244 Fair Street Kingston, NY 12401 845-338-5184
Rip Van Winkle Hiking Club
Variety of fitness levels, many locations. Rip Van Winkle Hiking Club
Rug Hooking
Apple Valley Wool Thrummers. Traditional rug hooking group meets 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 9:30am–11:30am. Sep–Jun. Beginners & primitive hookers welcome. Instruction taught. All are welcome, bring your project. Germantown Library, Hover Room Palatine Park Road Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-5800 or Louise 845-757-3915 germantownlibrary@valstar.net
Tivoli LIbrary. Usually meets twice monthly on Thu at noon; beginners welcome. $1 donation per session.
Call or email for dates. Tivoli Free Library 96 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivoliprograms@gmail.com
Save Esopus Lighthouse Commission
Group dedicated to restoring the only remaining wooden lighthouse on the Hudson River. Call for info. Save Esopus Lighthouse Commission PO Box 1290 Port Ewen, NY 12466 845-876-4205
Scrabble
Meets Wed at 1pm. Starr Library 68 W. Market St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4030 starrdirector@me.com
Toastmasters International
1st & 3rd Wed 5–6pm. Hudson Area Library 400 State St. Hudson , NY 12534 518-828-1792
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Community
Alzheimers
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group. Offered at Germantown Library in association with the National Alzheimer's Organization. Support group for caregivers and family members of people with any type of dementia. Meets on last Tuesday of each month at both 1pm and 6:30pm. Germantown Public Library 31 Palatine Park Road Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-5800 germantownlibrary@valstar.net
Registry. Call or visit website to register your loved one. Alzheimer's Association 845-471-2655
Animalkind
Homes for rescued animals and low/no cost spaying & neutering. Animalkind 721 Warren St. Hudson, NY 12534 518-822-8643
Autism Society of America
Hudson Valley Chapter. Autism Society of America 845-338-0419 ny-hudsonvalley@autismsocietyofamerica.org
Bereavement Support
Groups for widows & widowers, suicide survivors, parental, gay & lesbian, & pet loss. Also children & teen bereavement. Hospice, Inc. Dutchess County 845-485-2273, freerm@hospiceinc.org
Blood Drives
Northern Dutchess Hospital. American Red Cross blood drive on 12/2 from 10:30–4:30pm. Northern Dutchess Hospital Cafeteria Conference Room Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, NY 12572 871-3500 gmullen@health-quest.org
Book Angel Project
Choose an "angel" from the Book Angel Tree & purchase a book for an area child in need during the holiday season. Oblong Books & Music 6422 Montgomery St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-0500
Cancer Support Groups
American Cancer Society. Ongoing group. Call for dates & times. St. John's Reformed Church 126 Old Post Rd. Upper Red Hook, NY 12571 845-876-1987
Breast Cancer Options. Education & advocacy group. Breast Cancer Options 845-339-HOPE
Valley Medical Association. 2nd Sun at 2pm at Valley Medical Assn. Call to confirm. Valley Medical Association 751 Warren St. Hudson, NY 12534 518-851-2436
Child Abuse Prevention Center
Seeks volunteers. Child Abuse Prevention Center 845-454-0595
Child Safety Seat Check
Conducted by Health Quest Community Educ. Call to schedule an appt. Northern Dutchess Hospital 6511 Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-475-9746 or 845-475-9742 gmullen@health-quest.org
Columbia County Rural Health Network
Assistance with transportation to medical appts.; cancer support; health lending library; oral health; diabetes education; speakers bureau, etc. Columbia County Rural Health Network 325 Columbia St. Hudson, NY 12534 518-822-8820
Dog Visitation
For local nursing & rehab facilities, coordinated by Red Hook Rotary. Call Niki for info. Red Hook Rotary Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-6727
Dutchess Peace Coalition
Meets 1st Mon at 7pm in various locations. Dutchess Peace Coalition 845-876-7906
Food Pantry
Every Fri 10am. Church of the Messiah, Donegan Hall 6436 Montgomery St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-3533
Freecycle
For those who want to "recycle" rather than throw away that special something.
Fresh Air Fund
Seeks host families. Fresh Air Fund 800-367-0003 x8890 or 508-761-8242
Gardens
Millbrook Tribute Gardens. Garden and children's playground. Millbrook Tribute Gardens 3269 Franklin Ave. Millbrook, NY 12545 845-677-0642
Holistic Moms Network
Dutchess County Chapter. For parents interested in creating a healthy & sustainable future for their kids. Monthly meetings on variety of topics including organic food, breastfeeding, massage therapy, positive discipline. Call Dr. Jessica Burkhard. Holistic Moms Network 845-876-6450 hmndutchess@gmail.com
Home Meal Delivery Volunteers Needed
1 hr, 1 or 2 days a week. Mileage reimbursed. Call for more info. Dutchess County Office for the Aging 27 High St. Poughkeepsie, NY 845-486-2555
Hudson Pride Foundation
Nonprofit citizens group promoting tolerance for all sexual orientations & ages). Open Youth Discussion Group led by specialist in LGBTQ issues on 1st Sun of month for ages 13–21. Hudson Opera House 1–2:30pm. Free pizza. Hudson Pride Foundation PO Box 656 Hudson, NY 12534 info@hudsonpridefoundation.org
Literacy Connections
Tutoring and classes at Hudson Library for adults who want to improve their reading, writing and English speaking skills. Wed, 6-8pm and Thu 10am-12pm. Hudson Area Library 400 State St. Hudson, NY 12534 518-697-8227
Lyme Disease
Support Group meets 2nd Thu at 7:30pm. Mary Belliveau, RN. Call to confirm. First Baptist Church 9 Astor Dr. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 914-489-1202
Medical Transportation
C.A.R.T.S. for those in Hudson area who lack any means of getting to medical appts. Columbia Healthcare Consortium Hudson, NY 12534 518-822-8020
Mental Illness Support Group...
for Caregivers and Family of Persons with Mental Illness. Offered at Germantown Library. Meets on last Monday of each month at 6:30pm. Germantown Public Library 31 Palatine Park Road Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-5800 germantownlibrary@valstar.net
Mid-Hudson Workshop for the Disabled
Welcomes donations of machinery, tools or other items. Mid-Hudson Workshop for the Disabled Poughkeepsie, NY 845-471-3820 bill@midhudsonworkshop.org
Narcotics Anonymous
Sat at 11am. Church of the Messiah, Parish Hall 6436 Montgomery St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-3533
Parent to Parent of NYS
Parent-matching resource for parents of children with disabilities, illness, health care, etc. Hudson Valley branch. Parent to Parent of NYS 1-800-305-8816
Parkinson's Support Group
Meets once a month except Jan. Park behind library & enter back door. Call for dates and times. Friendly & supportive environment. Starr Library 68 W. Market St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4289
Rebuilding Together
Nation's largest all-volunteer home rehab organization. Call for info. Rebuilding Together 845-454-7310
Red Hook Beautification
Organized by Red Hook Chamber of Commerce. Call for details. Red Hook Chamber of Commerce PO Box 254 Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-0824
Red Hook Education Foundation
Non-profit group formed to develop & promote innovative programs, professional development, fund non-mandated school facilities/equipment purchases. Meets 2nd Wed 7–8pm. Red Hook High School Library 103 West Market St. Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-2241
Rhinebeck Area Chamber of Commerce
Call for info. Rhinebeck Area Chamber of Commerce 23F East Market St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-5904
Save the Rhinecliff Post Office
Visit website for info on how to help.
Services for Seniors
Dial-A-Ride. Curb-to-curb service for seniors with disabilities. Dutchess County, 845-452-7433
Ferncliff Adult Day Care. Call for info. Ferncliff Adult Day Care 52 River Road Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-2011 x3248
Shriners Hospitals for Children
22 hospitals that provide treatment for orthopedic or burn conditions for kids up to age 18. No cost to child or family. Eligibility not based on financial need or insurance; physician's referral not required. Shriners Hospitals for Children 1-800-322-5905
Support Groups at Northern Dutchess Hospital
A.W.A.K.E.. Across The Hudson Sleep Apnea support group. Every other month on last Thu at 7pm. Speaker each month. Northern Dutchess Hospital 6511 Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-871-3611 gmullen@health-quest.org
Bariatric Support. For those who have had or are considering bariatric surgery. 1st Tue at 7pm. Topics include vitamin therapy, exercise, compliance/ lifestyle changes. Northern Dutchess Hospital Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4380 gmullen@health-quest.org
Perinatal Loss. For anyone who has suffered a loss through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death. Parents and grandparents welcomed. Mon 10am–noon. Cafeteria Conference Room. Northern Dutchess Hospital Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, NY 12572 871-3500 gmullen@health-quest.org
Thrift Shop
Fri 10am–2pm; Sat 10am–2pm. In bldg. behind church. Donations accepted. Church of the Regeneration 18 Pine St. Pine Plains, NY 12567 518-398-7325
Woodstock Animal Sanctuary
Sponsor an animal or donate your time at the Woodstock Animal Sanctuary. Call for details. Woodstock Animal Sanctuary 35 Van Wagner Road Willow, NY 12495 845-679-5955
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Classes, Conferences & Workshops
Art
Betsy Jacaruso Studio Classes. Weekly classes: Watercolor: Mon, 10am–1pm, 6-9pm, Wed 10am–1pm, Sat 1–4pm; Drawing: Wed, 2-5pm; Gouache: Thu 1–4pm. Open Studio time Fri 12pm. Call for class costs or to register. Betsy Jacaruso Studio & Gallery The Rhinebeck Courtyard 43 E. Market St., Suite 2 Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-758-9244 betsyjacaruso@gmail.com
Hudson Opera House. Drawing, painting & photography classes offered for all ages. Hudson Opera House 327 Warren St. Hudson, NY 12534 518-822-1438
Mill Street Loft. Art classes offered in Red Hook. Mill Street Loft 45 Pershing Ave Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 845-471-7477
Cocoon Theatre
Classes in acting, modern dance, performance. Cocoon Theatre 6384 Mill Street Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-6470
Dance
Kuumba Dance and More. Kuumba Dance & Drum as well as Hip-Hop, Fri 5 pm ages 12 and up; 6 pm ages 7 to adult. $5 adults/ youth free. Latin dance fitness class for women with Elena Mosley. Tue, 6pm. $2 donation. Call 518-828-3612 for exact dates and info. Hudson Opera House 327 Warren St. Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-3612 joe@hudsonoperahouse.org
Rhinebeck Dance Center. Classical Ballet, Point, Rhythm Tap, Hip-Hop, Modern, Salsa, Belly Dancing, Wedding Dance. The Rhinebeck Dance Centre Center for Performing Arts Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-3303 rhinebeckdance@aol.com
Showbiz Dance Studio. Ballet, Tap, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Lyrical. Showbiz Dance Studiio 1086 Morton Blvd. Kingston, NY 12401 845-336-SHOW
Vibe Dance Studio. Classical Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop, and Zumba for children & adults. Vibe Dance Studio 6811 Route 9 Astor Square, (2nd floor, building 1) Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-901-9101 vibedancestudio@gmail.com
Exercise & Fitness
The Centering Studio. Pilates method non-impact exercise for all ages & body types. Call for class schedule. IXL Fitness 2224 Rt. 9G Rhinebeck, NY 12571 845-876-5114
Pilates. With instructor Sara Nelson. No class 1/31. $85. Each Tue at 7 pm. Bring mat and towel. Call or check website for details. Red Hook Continuing Education Program K-2 Cafeteria, Mill Road School Red Hook, NY 12571 845 758-2241x3505 continuinged@rhcsd.org
Rhinebeck Pilates. Ongoing classes private and duet sessions, tower and mat classes, and Mama and Baby Pilates. Rhinebeck Pilates 23D East Market St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-5686 elaine@rhinebeckpilates.com
Will Power and Grace. Workout with Alli Stirzwl. $65 for 6 classes. 10–11am Fri. Morton Memorial Library & Community House 82 Kelly Street Rhinecliff, NY 12574 845-876-2903 mortonrhinecliff@gmail.com
GED Classes
Tue & Thu 9:30am–12:30pm. Call for info. Hudson Area Association Library 400 State St. Hudson , NY 12534 518-828-1792 germantownlibraryevents@yahoo.com
Guitar Lessons
Classical guitar with David Temple. All ages & levels. 22 Kelly Road Red Hook, NY 12571 845-758-0174
Health & Wellness
Back School. Back injuries, their causes, & possible preventative steps. Call for dates. Northern Dutchess Hospital 6511 Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-871-3427 gmullen@health-quest.org
Dr. Tom Francescott. Ongoing Detox and Holotropic Breathwork workshops. Call for details. Dr. Tom's Tonics—Naturopathic Health Center & Pharmacy 6384 Mill Rd, Rt 9 Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-5556 info@drfrancescott.com
Health Talks. Community lecture series. Call for schedule. Northern Dutchess Hospital Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-5859 gmullen@health-quest.org
NDH New Leaf Program. Nutrition by appointment, unlimited fitness center use during program, personal training. $499. Call for dates & to register. Northern Dutchess Hospital Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-871-3500 gmullen@health-quest.org
Weight Loss. Get Real Weight Results. Nutrition & weight loss education, includes NDH Wellness Ctr. membership. $149. Mtgs Wed, 11am or 7:30pm—your choice. Call to register. Northern Dutchess Hospital Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-871-3500 gmullen@health-quest.org
Horseback Riding
Southlands. Dressage shows, horse riding clinics, & events. Southlands Foundation 5771 Rt. 9 S Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4862 tsfoffice@hvc.rr.com
Intro to Jacques Lacan
Study works of French psychoanalyst & literary theorist Jacques Lacan w/Anna McLellan. Free. Every Thu, 7–9pm. Morton Memorial Library 82 Kelly Street Rhinecliff, NY 12574 845-876-5800 mortonrhinecliff@gmail.com
Knitting Classes
Knitting, Sat 10:30–11:30am. Livingston Public Library 90 Old Post Rd. Livingston, NY 12541 518 - 851-2270 livlib@netscape.net5
Language Instruction
Adult Intro to Spanish. Tues from 6:15–7:15pm. Limited space. Call for info. Hudson Area Association Library 400 State St. Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-1792 gboeringer@gmail.com
College Financial Aid Primer. "Affordability 101: The Basics of College Financial Aid"— for parents on 12/10,from 1–2:30 pm. Hudson Area Association Library 400 State St. Hudson , Ny 12534 518-828-1792 gboeringer@gmail.com
ESL. Wed and Fri 9am–noon. Hudson Area Association Library 400 State St. Hudson , Ny 12534 518-828-1792 gboeringer@gmail.com
ESL in Rhinebeck. Every Tue & Wed at 7pm. Call to confirm. Church of the Messiah, Parish Hall 6436 Montgomery St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-3533
Literacy Connection. For adults wanting to improve their reading, writing, & English speaking skills. One on one tutoring. Hudson Area Association Library 400 State St. Hudson , Ny 12534 518-828-1792 gboeringer@gmail.com
Lifetime Learning Institute
Noncredit classes, speakers programs, cultural trips & events for older persons. Fees. Sponsored by Bard College. Bard College 30 Campus Rd. Annandale, NY 12504 845-758-7314
Linwood Spiritual Center
Retreats & workshops overlooking the Hudson River. Linwood Spiritual Center 139 Mill Rd. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-4178
Mothering
Ongoing classes at Northern Dutchess Hospital include: Childbirth Education; Infant Care; Sibling Class; Infant Massage; Lactation Consultation; Mom to Mom Breastfeeding Support Group; Play Support Group; Exercise for pregnant Moms; Mom and Baby exercise; For information call. Northern Dutchess Hospital Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-871-3355 gmullen@health-quest.org
Oneness In Peace Spiritual Center
Workshops & retreats overlooking the Hudson River. Oneness in Peace Spiritual Center 49 Main St. Germantown, 12526 518-537-5678
Piano Instruction
Tom Scarano. Individual piano lessons for children and adults. Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-4187
Rhinebeck Continuing Ed.
Winter classes include Defensive Driving, Fitness Fusion Boot Camp, Volleyball, & Basketball. Call to register. Rhinebeck Continuing Education Program PO Box 351 Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-871-5500x 5510 alison@jayvee.com
Tai Chi/Qi Gong
Chi Kung (Qi Gong). With Jim O'Rourke. Chi Kung Wed, 9:45–1:15. Advanced Tai Chi Wed, 9-9:45am. Germantown Public Library 31 Palatine Park Road Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-5800 germantownlibrary@valstar.net
Wine Tasting
Old Mill Wine & Spirits. Wine Tasting every Fri & Sat 4pm. Old Mill Wine & Spirits 6390 Mill Street Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-5343 oldmillwines@frontiernet.net
Writing
Millay Colony. Writing workshops, residencies & retreats. Millay Colony 454 E. Hill Rd. Austerlitz, NY 12017 518-392-4144 director@millaycolony.org
Yoga
Germantown Library. Community yoga with Regina Simmons. Each Mon, 5:15–6:15 am; Thu, 6–7 pm. Germantown Public Library 31 Palatine Park Road Germantown, NY 12526 518-537-5800 germantownlibrary@valstar.net
Morton Memorial . Open Vinyasa Yoga. $9 per class. 8:45 am Thu. Contact Allison Stirzel. Morton Memorial Library & Community House 82 Kelly Street Rhinecliff, NY 12574 845-876-2903 alli128802@gmail.com
Sadhana Center for Yoga & Meditation. Call for info. Sadhana Center for Yoga & Meditation 403 Warren St. Hudson, NY 12534 518-828-1034
Satya Yoga. Classes daily; special workshops; teacher training. Satya Yoga Center 6400 Montgomery St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-876-2528 satyayogacenter@gmail.com
Tivoli Library. Gentle Movement with Mimi: Combines chi kung and yoga with relaxation and breathing techniques. For all ages and fitness levels. Wear loose clothing and bring mat. $7 per class. Tue 6–7pm. Tivoli Free Library 96 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583 845-757-3771 tivoliprograms@gmail.com
Women's View at NDH. Call for dates & to register. Northern Dutchess Hospital Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-76-5859 gmullen@health-quest.org
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