Almanac Weekly #50 2019

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Elaine Pagels reads from Why Religion? at Golden Notebook on Sunday

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he Golden Notebook in Woodstock presents a reading and discussion by author Elaine Pagels on Sunday, December 15. In Why Religion? Pagels asks why religion is still around in the 21st century, why so many still believe and how various traditions still shape the way people experience everything from sexuality to politics, whether they are religious or not. Elaine Pagels is best-known for research and publication involving a cache of over 50 ancient Greek texts discovered translated into Coptic in Upper Egypt in 1945. After completing her doctorate at Harvard University, she participated with an international team of scholars to edit, translate and publish several of these texts as The Gnostic Gospels.

It was the loss of her young son that inspired her deep exploration on the questions asked in this illuminating book.

Elaine Pagels: Why Religion?, Sunday, Dec. 15, 3 p.m., The Golden Notebook, 29 Tinker St., Woodstock, (845) 679-8000, www. goldennotebook.com

Holiday Gala Art Show & Sale Saturday, Dec. 14, 6-9 p.m.

Roost Studios Gallery & Gifts 69 Main St. (Rt. 299), New Paltz www.roostcoop.org

Holiday Gala Art Show & Sale this Saturday at Roost Studios Roost Studios Gallery and Gifts in New Paltz hosts the fourth annual Holiday Gala Art Show & Sale on Saturday, December 14. Roost will exhibit art by Roost members and artists from all over the Hudson Valley and beyond. All art costs $99 each, ready to hang in a home or office, and will be gift-wrapped to take home. With a maximum size of 11 by 14 inches, this art makes a great and home-enhancing gift. The event also features a silent auction and food and drink. The suggested donation is $10 at the door.

Polar Express Night returns to Hyde Park Train Station on Monday The Hyde Park Train Station Museum presents its popular Polar Express Night on Monday, December 16.

Readings of Chris Van Allsburg’s modern seasonal classic The Polar Express take place at 6 and 7 p.m. while guests enjoy crafts, hot cocoa and a visit from Santa. This event is free and a great

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Polar Express Night Monday, Dec. 16, 5-8 p.m.

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Holiday Crafts Fair on Saturday at Olive Free Library The Olive Free Library will hold its annual Holiday Crafts Fair on Saturday, December 14. More than 30 vendors will sell locally made goods including goat milk soap, holiday decorations, handmade bags, wooden bowls, handmade American Girl Doll clothes, maple syrup, aprons, jewelry, pottery, quilts and much more. The day will include free craft activities, live music and a hot lunch. All proceeds from the lunch and bake sale benefit the library. The library will also raffle handmade sterling silver earrings, a basket of cheer, a local artist’s bag, a pamper-yourself bag and a bag full of brand-new books.

Holiday Crafts Fair Saturday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Olive Free Library 4033 Rt. 28A, West Shokan (845) 657-2482 http://olivefreelibrary.org

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St. Lucia Celebration on Sunday in Woodstock Christ’s Lutheran Church in Woodstock hosts a St. Lucia Celebration on Saturday, December 14. This gathering of light, song and food in

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the Swedish Christmas tradition is open to individuals, families and children of all cultures. “Our Lucia celebration, held in the late afternoon, will bring together light, stories of St. Lucia and traditional songs and food.� says pastor Sonja Tillberg Maclary, who stresses that this event is not for Swedes only. “It’s the perfect opportunity for everyone to embrace the coziness of the December darkness and share the hope that caring for one another brings.� St. Lucia was a girl who brought food to persecuted Christians in Rome. She was martyred for her faith in 304 AD. St. Lucia Celebration Saturday, Dec. 14, 4 p.m.

Christ’s Lutheran Church 26 Mill Hill Rd., Woodstock (845) 679-2336

FDR sites host Holiday Open House on Saturday

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VANAVER CARAVAN BRINGS INTO THE LIGHT! TO KAATSBAAN THIS WEEKEND President Franklin D. Roosevelt celebrates Christmas in 1939 with his grandchildren Franklin D. Roosevelt III and John R. Boettiger. (Courtesy of Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library & Museum) The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum and the Home of FDR National Historic Site will host free holiday events on Saturday, December 14. The Roosevelt Library and the Home of FDR (Springwood) will be open to visitors free of charge from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be holiday decorations, refreshments and special activities, including the annual Children’s Reading Festival and free photos with Santa, beginning at noon in the Henry A. Wallace Center. In addition, the Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site (Val-Kill) will be decorated for the holidays and open from 12:30 to 4 p.m. There will be live music, free photos with Santa from 1 to 3 p.m., and holiday cardmaking for sailors on the USS Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt beginning at noon. Refreshments will be served throughout the afternoon in the Wallace Center lobby.

Holiday Open House Saturday, Dec. 14, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library & Museum

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he Kaatsbaan International Dance Center in Tivoli presents the Vanaver Caravan Holiday Show, with two performances by the legendary local dance institution and Arm-of-the-Sea Theater on December 14 and 15. This unique holiday production celebrates imagination and multicultural traditions. Into the Light! is set in a Northern country where Lucia loses her inner light as the Sun’s light diminishes with the winter season. With enchanting, festive dance, live music and puppetry, a faithful bear guides Lucia around the world to see how light is kept glowing through the darkest time of the year. Tickets cost $30 general admission, $10 for artists, students and children. There are two shows each day, at 1 and 4 p.m.

Into the Light!, Dec. 14/15, 1 & 4 p.m., $30/$10, Kaatsbaan International Dance Center, 120 Broadway, Tivoli, (845) 7575106, www.kaatsbaan.org

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Frozendale returns on Saturday with free An American Tail screening

Frozendale, Rosendale’s popular community festival, returns on Saturday, December 14. Shops on Main Street will showcase their food, art, music and crafts. The celebration be-

gins at the Rosendale Library’s Holiday Stories for Children at 10 a.m. with Miss Pat, followed by a used book and small gift sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with free cookies. There is a free screening of An American Tail at the Rosendale Theatre at 11 a.m. Around noon, the Town of Rosendale’s supervisor, Jeanne Walsh, and town clerk, Mandy Donald, give out free Rosendale mugs of hot chocolate behind Bill’s Barber Shop. Redwing Blackbird Theater has an Open House offering puppet museum tours, puppet workshops and puppet shows. Founder Amy Trompetter runs the Puppet Workshop from 3 to 4 p.m., where

participants of every age make handson creations, immediately followed by a puppet show from 4 to 4:30 p.m.

Frozendale Saturday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Free, Main St. (Rt. 213), Rosendale www.facebook.com/frozendalerosendale

Zen Mountain Monastery hosts Community Dinner on Saturday Zen Mountain Monastery presents its 31st annual Community Dinner on Saturday, December 14. This family-

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friendly holiday gathering is for people across Ulster County who may otherwise not have such an opportunity. Offered in collaboration with the area’s merchants, business owners and community members who contribute food, gift items, holiday decorations, cash donations and volunteer labor, the event serves good food, music, companionship and gift-giving to approximately 400 folks each year from area shelters, group homes, agencies and local neighborhoods. The first seating is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the second seating from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Those interested in attending this event or in donating cash, food, gifts or time are asked to contact Zen Mountain Monastery at mro@mro.org or (845) 6882228.

signed books, bath and beauty products, raw chocolates, honey, gift cards and Opus 40 memberships for 2020.

Gift-wrapping is provided on-site.

Solstice Open House Sunday, Dec. 15, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Opus 40 50 Fite Rd., Saugerties www.opus40.org

Nutcracker at UPAC December 13-15 will be Anne Hebard’s last

Community Dinner Saturday, Dec. 14, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-3 p.m.

Zen Mountain Monastery 871 Plank Rd., Mt. Tremper (845) 688-2228 https://zmm.org

Opus 40 to host Solstice Open House on Sunday

Just being at Opus 40 makes anything special. You could host an event where a troupe of retired security guards acted out Ikea instruction manuals and it would be just about the greatest thing. Or you could do something actually special. Opus 40 hosts a pre-Solstice Sunday celebration on December 15. Hot chocolate and cookies are provided as guests are free to wander Opus 40 in the clear winter light. In the gift store, a selection of locally made holiday packages is on offer including herbal wreaths,

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Amidst all the reincarnations of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker that pop up all over the map this time of year, the Catskill Ballet Theatre’s version is the longest-running ballet production in the region. And this season’s 37 th annual Nutcracker – running at the Ulster Performing Arts Center December 13 through 15 – marks a special, bittersweet milestone: the final production under CBT founder Anne Hebard. She plans to retire as artistic director at the end of 2019, to be succeeded by Melissa Bierstock, a former student of Hebard’s who currently serves as CBT’s ballet mistress.

Anne Hebard formed the Catskill Ballet Theatre in 1981; ballets that the Company has performed under her leadership include The Nutcracker, The Snow Queen, Dracula and Alice in Wonderland. Prior to founding CBT, Anne was a teacher at the Harkness House for Ballet Arts for nearly 10 years. She was awarded the Royal Academy of Dance’s Advanced Teacher’s Certificate with Honors, holds certificates in Dance History, Music and Anatomy and has been recognized by the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts.

For those not already familiar with the pageantry, this holiday ballet follows the enchanted adventures of young Clara from a lavish Christmas party to a battle with an evil King Mouse, and then to the magnificent Land of Sweets where she meets the Sugar Plum Fairy and Cavalier (her toy Nutcracker brought to full-sized life), and is entertained with delightful dances from around the world.

Starring in the CBT production this year will be Yinet Fernandez of the Dance Theatre of Harlem as the Snow Fairy and Sugar Plum Fairy, partnered by José Carlos Losada Morales of the National Ballet of Cuba. Additional professional dancers include Claire Mazza, Morgan Stinnett and Mathew Ortiz. Locally based performers include David Loewen as the King Mouse and Ellis Lader, MD as Herr Drosselmeyer. The part of Clara will be danced by Beatrix Airhart and Magdalyn Van Wagenen in alternating performances; Katie Hutton and Marin Prosser will share the role of the Nutcracker and Fritz will be performed

by Erin Machung.

Performances of The Nutcracker begin at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, December 13 and 14 and at 2 p.m. on

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Sunday, December 15. Tickets cost $30 general admission, $25 for students and seniors. To order, call the UPAC box office at (845) 339-6088 or Ticketmaster at (845) 454-3388, or purchase online at www.ticketmaster.com.

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Catskill Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker Friday-Sunday, Dec. 13-15. 7:30 p.m./2 p.m., $35/$25, Ulster Performing Arts Center, 601 Broadway, Kingston (845) 339-6088

New Paltz Ballet Theatre’s Nutcracker revisits Bardavon For the 22nd time, the Bardavon presents the New Paltz Ballet Theatre production of the seasonal classic The Nutcracker, a ballet about a little girl and her special Christmas gift, on Saturday, and Sunday, December 14 and 15. Giant fighting mice, sugarplum fairies and huge toy soldiers will soon be dancing on the Bardavon stage.

Based on E. T. A. Hoffman’s tale The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, with music by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky, the dreamlike journey through the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets is created in part by the colorful costumes and scenery of designer Ray Delle Robbins of the Houston Ballet and Houston’s Theatre under the Stars. Staging and choreography are by New Paltz Ballet Theatre’s artistic directors Peter Naumann and Lisa Naumann. Saturday’s performance begins at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Tickets cost $34 general admission, $31 for students and $29 for Bardavon members.

The Nutcracker Saturday/Sunday, Dec. 14/15, 7:30 p.m./3 p.m., Bardavon 1869 Opera House 35 Market St., Poughkeepsie (845) 473-2072, www.bardavon.org

Tannersville Orpheum hosts The Nutcracker this weekend The Catskill Mountain Foundation presents the world’s favorite ballet, The Nutcracker, on the weekend of December 13 through 15. Former Metropolitan Opera ballerina Victoria Rinaldi, Tony-nominated choreographer Margo Sappington and Eugene Petrov, founder/artistic director of the Petrov Ballet School in Waldwick, New Jersey, combine to present this family classic. Rinaldi will once again work with local children and adults to put on the production: a popular holiday treat with local participation.

Children and adults are cast in as party children and party parents, toy soldiers, mice and angels.

Sam Meredith, one of Rinaldi’s favorite ballet partners at the Metropolitan Opera, will play the role of Herr Drosselmeyer.

Eugene Petrov will dance the roles of the Snow King and the Cavalier in the two main pas de deux of the performance. The Nutcracker Prince will be danced for a second year by Stephen Colon, and the Mouse King will be danced by Justice Leman.

Performances take place at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, December 13 and 14 and at 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, December 15. Advance tickets cost $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and $7 for students. Tickets at the door cost $7 for students, $25 for seniors, $30 for adults.

The Nutcracker Friday-Sunday, Dec. 13-15, 7:30 p.m./2 p.m.

Orpheum Film & Performing Arts Center 6050 Main St., Tannersville (518) 263-2063 www.catskillmtn.org

A not-for-profit children’s theatre recently relocated to Woodstock, Edie’s Fairytale Theatre presents Party at the North Pole on Saturday, December 21. This family-friendly, nondenominational production tells a charming story about an elf, a polar bear, a toy soldier and a reindeer who meet and learn the importance of sharing as they celebrate this festive time of year. Tickets cost $10.

Party at the North Pole Saturday, Dec. 21, 2 p.m.

Mountain View Studio 20 Mountainview Ave., Woodstock https://eftnorthpole.bpt.me

Antidote to good cheer at Rosendale Café The inscrutable twosome of Mikhail Horowitz and Gilles Malkine will return to Rosendale Cafe on Saturday, December 14, at 8 p.m. What better antidote for the enforced good cheer and mandatory mirth of the holiday season? The crotchety couple will be joined by Charlie Kniceley and Larry Packer, two musicians widely castigated for refusing to give their audiences anything they could hum on the way home. Admission is $15.

The Rosendale Café is located at 434 Main Street in Rosendale. For more information, visit www.rosendalecafe.com.

Singing Anchors to perform holiday cabaret in Kingston on Sunday

The Immaculate Conception Church Foundation Board and Kingston’s Best Western Plus join forces to present a cabaret of holiday tunes performed by the Singing Anchors on Sunday, December 15. Kingston native and Capital TV newsman Jerry Gretzinger performs along with his co-anchor Benita Zahn. Both are Emmy-winners. A graduate of John A. Coleman High School and Marist College, Gretzinger was actively involved and played leading roles in many musical productions. In September of this year, at his 25th college reunion, he was inducted into the Marist College Theatre Hall of Fame.

Music accompaniment will be provided by Jay Kerr, a former New York City composer and lyricist with more than 53 years of show business experience. The $30 ticket covers coffee, tea, hot chocolate and a wide variety of desserts. There will also be a cash bar. Call (845) 514-0327 for reservations.

Singing Anchors, Sunday, Dec. 15, 12:30 p.m., $30, Venue Uptown, Best Western Plus, 503 Washington Ave., Kingston.

For reservations, call (845) 514-0327

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PFOA, WHICH STANDS FOR PERFLUOROOCTANOIC ACID, also known in the chemical industry as C8. It’s just one member of a family of industrial compounds collectively called PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances).

A colloquial term for these compounds is “forever chemicals,� because they simply do not degrade in the environment. They bioaccumulate in the liver, blood and kidneys.

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(Above) Bill Camp, left, as Wilbur Tennant and Mark Ruffalo, right, as Robert Bilott in Dark Waters. A man known for his personal environmental activism – particularly on the subject of fracking here in New York State – Mark Ruffalo the movie star disappears admirably into the role of a most unashy, but doggedly tenacious, modern American hero.

Dark Waters is a powerful environmental wake-up call

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ith so many chemical compounds in our environment known by their acronyms, how are we supposed to remember which ones are bad for us, and how to avoid ingesting them? Dark Waters director Todd Haynes and producer/star Mark Ruffalo want to make sure we all know about one of them: PFOA, which stands for perfluorooctanoic acid, also known in the chemical industry as C8. It’s just one member of a family of industrial compounds collectively called PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). A colloquial term for these compounds is “forever chemicals,� because they simply do not degrade in the environment. They bioaccumulate in the liver, blood and kidneys. PFOA is present in the blood of 99 percent of all humans.

What does it do? The largest human epidemiological study ever conducted by the EPA – triggered by the events reenacted in this movie – found a clear link between PFOA and high cholesterol, ulcerative colitis, thyroid disease, testicular cancer, kidney cancer and pregnancy-

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make use of its surfactant, oil- and waterrepellant qualities. In our homes, it’s most commonly found in textiles such as stain-resistant carpeting and upholstery.

It used to be in Gore-Tex. It’s in food packaging, candy wrappers, pizza-box liners, microwave popcorn bags, dental floss. Firefighting foam is a major source around airports and military bases.

But in communities near where PFOA is produced, it’s in the water, the air, the dust. In Parkersburg, West Virginia, a DuPont plant used it for decades, discharged it into sewers and buried enormous quantities nearby. It leaked into the water table, and a farmer on an adjoining property, Wilbur Tennant (Bill Camp), lost most of his cattle, their bodies riddled with tumors, their teeth

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And how does this highly toxic substance get into our bodies? The most famous cases involving PFOA, including the massive contamination in West Virginia that’s the subject of Dark Waters, have focused on Teflon pans. But that’s far from the most pervasive source.

PFOA was developed in 1947 by the 3M company; DuPont started using it in 1951 to develop products, including Teflon, that

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blackened, their normally docile behavior turned aggressive. When his complaints to the company, government agencies and local media were stonewalled, Tennant sought out a lawyer who was the grandson of a neighbor.

That attorney, Rob Bilott (Mark Ruffalo), was the newest partner at a Cincinnati law firm called Taft, Stettinius & Hollister whose business was defending chemical companies, not suing them.

Bilott had a cordial working relationship with DuPont, one of the region’s largest employers, and DuPont attorney Phil Donnelly (Victor Garber) was a longtime friend. But what Bilott saw at Tennant’s farm disturbed him (the movie uses actual footage of the deformities of the affected cows), and he began to dig for more information. He got more than he bargained for when a court injunction for DuPont to turn over data resulted in

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a delivery of more than 110,000 pages of documentation dating back decades.

Bilott painstakingly reviewed it all, finding among other hair-raising things that the company had known about the adverse health effects of PFOA since the 1960s, and had failed to report alarmingly high incidences of illness and birth defects among plant workers, who joked grimly about having the “Teflon flu.”

Securing justice and compensation for the Tennant family, and later some 70,000 local residents whose water supplies were contaminated with PFOA, was a struggle that took nearly a decade, made Bilott something of a pariah at his own law firm, strained his marriage, his health and his income. If there’s a core message in Dark Waters – besides “The system is rigged,” a conclusion to which Bilott is long in coming – it’s that changing the world for the better is not a revolution that happens overnight. It takes extraordinary persistence and commitment.

The federal government has yet to set an official “safe” limit on its concentration in our bloodstreams, but that may change.

Bilott’s latest class-action lawsuit, filed in 2018 on behalf of everyone in the US who has PFAS in their blood, seeks to force the eight named chemical companies to fund an independent science panel to study the health effects of the entire family of PFAS chemicals. The mills of the gods grind slowly, but they grind exceeding fine.

A man known for his personal environmental activism – particularly on the subject of fracking here in New York State – Ruffalo the movie star disappears admirably into the role of a most unflashy, but doggedly tenacious, modern American hero. The tale told in Dark Waters is more alarming than uplifting, but it’s a movie that needs to be seen.

– Frances Marion Platt

Puppet People perform The Wizard of Oz at New Paltz High on Saturday Unison Arts in New Paltz and the Duzine/Lenape PTA co-sponsor the Puppet People in a show for families at the New Paltz High School Audi-

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George T. Nierenberg’s Say Amen, Somebody, 1982. Photo courtesy United Artists Classics | Milestone Films

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ROSENDALE THEATRE SCREENS SAY AMEN, SOMEBODY ON WEDNESDAY

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s part of its ongoing Music Fan Film Series, the Rosendale Theatre presents the remastered 1982 gospel music documentary Say Amen, Somebody on Wednesday, December 18. Directed by George T. Nierenberg, Say Amen, Somebody features performances by Thomas A. Dorsey, Willie Mae Ford Smith, the Barrett Sisters, the O’Neal Twins and many more. It is considered one of the most important music documentaries of all time. Originally recorded on an impressive 24 tracks, the full stereo sound captures the uplifting spirit and emotion of the music. The film was restored by Milestone Film and Video, the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture and Academy Film Archive. Tickets cost $8, $6 for members.

Say Amen, Somebody, Wednesday, Dec. 18, 7:15 p.m., $8/$6, Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main St. (Rt. 213), Rosendale, www. rosendaletheatre.org

torium on Saturday, December 14.

Join the Puppet People as they follow the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City and beyond in the magical Land of Oz and bring to life this literary classic. See Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion learn about home, courage, heart and smarts. This puppet fantasy features marionettes, shadow puppets, rod puppets and a large parade puppet. There will be winter craft workshop beforehand at 1:30 p.m., costing $2 per child. Admission to the puppet show $15 for adults, $10 for children.

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small villages of rural Nepal at the border of Tibet, searching for the reincarnation of his beloved teacher.

Ani Depa, an American-born Tibetan Buddhist nun who received ordination from the great meditation master Venerable Kalu Rinpoche in 1986, will be on hand to speak about the film.

Rosendale Theatre screens Unmistaken Child on Sunday

Unmistaken Child Sunday, Dec. 15, 3 p.m.

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Bard hosts Winter Songfest on Sunday

The Rosendale Theatre continue its Dharma Film Series on Sunday, December 15 with a showing of the documentary Unmistaken Child. Set in Nepal in the early 2000s, directed

by Israeli filmmaker Nati Baratz, the film follows a young English-speaking Tibetan Buddhist monk on a journey by foot, mule and helicopter through breathtaking landscapes to comb

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It takes more than one chorus to do Christmas right. The Bard Conservatory Graduate Vocal Arts Program and the Bard College Conservatory of Music present Winter Songfest, a Bard holiday tradition, on Sunday, December 15. Conductor James Bagwell finds himself at the reins of a large assembly of ensembles, including the Bard Conservatory Orchestra, members of the Bard Conservatory Graduate Vocal Arts Program, Bard College Symphonic Chorus, Bard College Chamber Singers and Bard Preparatory Chorus.

The program includes works by Berlioz and Bach, excerpts from Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker and more.

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ringing together his undergraduate studies in astrophysics with his highly decorated passion for music, the adventurous jazz pianist and composer Dan Tepfer brings his multimedia project Natural Machines to Hudson Hall on Saturday, December 14. Tepfer’s career began in earnest in his long-running duo with legendary saxophonist Lee Konitz. His first curveball for jazz audiences was the ecstatically received Goldberg Variations Variations, in which the pianist performed the entirety of Bach’s famous variations, interspersing his own fully modern improvisations on their themes. Co-presented by the Catskill Jazz Factory, with whom Tepfer has enjoyed a long and fruitful relationship, Natural Machines integrates computer-driven algorithms and dynamic visualizations into Tepfer’s improvisational process. Tickets cost $25, $40 premium.

the work its fractured, disjunctive and elusive texture, the definitive texture of Modernism. Thanks?

Similarly, editor and fiction-writer Gordon Lish is now rightly understood to be the virtual creator of Raymond Carver, the pathologically concise and lowaffect father of Minimalist fiction whose clipped, clinically lean style ruled the literary landscape of the ’80s, when I was studying creative writing. This story has a more tragic dimension, as recently released short-story manuscripts reveal Carver to be the exact opposite of the figure that Lish fashioned. In letters to his wife, the great poet Tess Gallagher, Carver confessed that Lish’s ruthless postmodern reductions of his considerably more expressive drafts agonized him, but he went with it because it served him well materially.

For your consideration, I add to this list the fruitful relationship of the Grateful Dead’s Jerry Garcia and his career-long collaborator and friend, the Dead’s nonmember lyricist Robert Hunter, who passed away in September. Jerry didn’t write lyrics himself, but he was a super-smart, verbally engaged cat who knew what he wanted to sound like and who knew how to compose tight, classic tunes, later to be exploded by jam exploration. Hunter’s parallel career as a performer of his own versions of the Dead’s repertoire suggests that Jerry was the blade: Pound to Hunter’s Eliot, Lish to his Carver.

Hunter supplied reams and reams of narrative verses – psychedelic, yes, but also rooted in the same weird old American myth that Dylan, the Band and Tom Waits have mined so effectively. Garcia, however, slashed those narratives to evocative ribbons, leaving a feeling of narrativity and imagery without much in the way of whole-cloth stories that you could ever hope to paraphrase. It is a magical, beautiful and Modernist effect, and no doubt it sprung from a tacit understanding between the two.

Dan Tepfer’s Natural Machines, Saturday, Dec. 14, 7 p.m., $40/$25, Hudson Hall, Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren St., Hudson, (518) 822-1438, https://hudsonhall.org

Tickets to this seasonal blowout cost $20.

Winter Songfest Sunday, Dec. 15, 3 p.m. $20 Sosnoff Theater, Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson (845) 758-7900 https://fishercenter.bard.edu

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And it was true throughout the era that if you wanted to hear all 37 verses of “Wharf Rat,” you had to go to a Robert Hunter show.

The isolation and examination of Robert Hunter’s contribution to the Grateful Dead is long overdue, as is his appreciation as a prolific and seminal rock poet. On Sunday, December 15, Colony in Woodstock presents the cleverly titled “Hunter Gathering: A Celebration of the Life and Art of Robert Hunter.” The program will begin at 7:30 p.m. with a swirl of bagpipes, a drum invocation, eulogies, stories, poetry, solo and duet musical performances and will culminate with a full-on Grateful Dead-inspired dance party. Performers and speakers include, well, a lot of people: guitarist extraordinaire Steve Kimock, Avinash, Rhoney Stanley, Michael Densmore, Gerrit Graham, Nicole Quinn, Sarah Fimm, Timothy Hill, Joel Bluestein, Joel Harrison, Doug Yoel, Denise Parent, Kyle Esposito, Doug Marcus, Peter Dougan, Jeremy Baum, Bob Resnick, Don LaSala, Johnny Stevens, Richmond Johnston, Mike Dubois, Ken Schneidman, Martin Mills, Erin Cadigan, Alan Trist and more. And get this: Admission is free – kind of like the Dead’s radical approach to bootlegging.

– John Burdick Hunter Gathering: A Celebration of the Life and Art of Robert Hunter, Sunday, December 15, doors open at 6:30 p.m., show begins at 7:30 p.m., Colony, 22 Rock City Road, Woodstock; www.colonywoodstock.com.

HVP plays Handel’s Messiah at Bardavon December 21

Grand and populous performances of Handel’s Messiah are about as Christmas as it gets. This year, the Bardavon

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1619: A COMMEMORATION IN SOUND AT BARD’S FISHER CENTER ON MONDAY

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ard’s Fisher Center presents 1619: A Commemoration in Sound on Monday, December 16 in the Sosnoff Theater. Marking the 400th anniversary of the arrival of enslaved Africans in North America and the British Colonies, this program explores and celebrates the vast and formative influence of African descendants on art and culture.

Dr. Whitney Slaten, assistant professor of Music, brings together virtuosic jazz artist T. K. Blue, choreographer and visiting artist in dance Souleymane Badolo and lauded illustrator and Dutchess County resident James Ransome for an exploration of history, memory and legacy. Tickets cost $25, $5 for students.

1619: A Commemoration in Sound, Monday, Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m., $25/$5, Sosnoff Theater, Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts, Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, (845) 758-7900, https://fishercenter.bard.edu

presents Handel’s Messiah with the Hudson Valley Philharmonic (HVP) and Cappella Festiva on Saturday, December 21. Guest vocalists from Cappella Festiva with guest conductor Christine Howlett will join the HVP to perform George Frideric Handel’s most popular choral work: a total of 140 instrumentalists and singers on the Bardavon stage. Audience members will be invited to sing along. A pre-concert talk with Maestro Howlett and members of the orchestra will take place one hour before the concert for all ticketholders.

Ticket prices start at $26.

Handel’s Messiah Saturday, Dec. 21, 2 p.m., $26+ Bardavon 1869 Opera House 35 Market St., Poughkeepsie (845) 473-2072, www.bardavon.org

Perrotta/Marotta play BSP December 20

Not only is it a lot of fun to say, but “Perrotta/Marotta” makes an awful lot of sense, too. The Perrotta in question, Sarah, is inarguably one of the very first – at one time perhaps the only— mid-Hudson Valley writing and performing artist to embrace the challenge of song-oriented, modern, progressive, ambient and experimental pop/rock, here in the land of barns and roots. It started long ago with her duo Outloud Dreamer, an arresting fusion of jazziness and luminous art

song. She has continued to mine that mode and refine that voice, and frankly, our scene has finally caught up to it. The new material she has previewed at recent shows sounds like her best to date.

The Marotta of course is the legendary drummer Jerry, who has played with pretty much everybody, but most pertinent to this discussion is his radical work as the featured percussionist on the first four Peter Gabriel solo albums – albums that defined a new way of arty ensemble playing (the third record in particular) and that established a musical dialect from which Sarah Perrotta has drawn across her entire career. Their names rhyme. They perform together.

They are recording Sarah’s new album together at the storied Dreamland Studio, where Marotta has been presiding for a number of years. Joining them at BSP on Friday, December 20 is the lush indierock band Sveet, a new project formed by members of local favorites the Pleasers and former members of Perrotta’s band.

Tickets cost $10 in advance, $12 on the day of the show.

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professor to advance progressive causes without being stifled by journalism’s often-rigid rules of neutrality. Starting before his retirement, he began his wildly popular and still-running syndicated columns on First Amendment issues.

Back to the diner now, and some hardnosed American journalism for you: Coffee sloshes, china and silverware clank. A shared plate with at least eight halves of dry wheat toast is spun in front of us. A music critic, I am thinking that the recording I am soon to transcribe is going to sound like some weird prose version of Bill Evans’ 1961 classic Sunday

Dr. Robert Miraldi discusses first amendment challenges in the age of digital and social media

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ot long after the election of Donald Trump, the influential punk rockerturned-writer and activist Henry Rollins famously declared to his fellow punks, “This is not a time to be dismayed; this is punk rock time. This is what Joe Strummer trained you for.”

A few years later, I sit in a booth in the noisy Plaza Diner in New Paltz, interviewing my former colleague/supervisor Dr. Robert Miraldi, professor emeritus of Journalism at SUNY-New Paltz. Along with professor Howard Good, Miraldi turned what was an orphan course offering or two within a traditional English Department into a legitimate concentration, then a major, then its own thriving department offering interdisciplinary synergies with broadcasting, public relations and eventually digital media. In the process, the pair groomed and accredited several generations of working journalists trained in both the challenges and opportunities of new media and the evergreen techniques of hard-nosed reporting.

We have met to talk about the unprecedented journalistic conditions of the Trump Age, in which the press finds itself demonized, discredited and (often literally) attacked, and in which the epistemological foundations of fact and truth have been undermined and eroded for political purposes and by political and corporate interests. Meantime, digital media have created all kinds of new sources, opportunities and venues for journalists, who, in the podcast and oral history age, enjoy latitude for opinion and personal identity as never before. And no one really gets paid much for any of it. New media companies still appear to work in spacious, urban, open-plan offices, but it is a stock Getty image. Everyone’s actually holed up in a bedroom somewhere drinking Monster. It is not hard to imagine a newbie reporter trembling at the gate of this brave (and economically grim) new world. To that neophyte I say, “Be not dismayed; this is what Miraldi trained you for.”

A little history: When Miraldi and I met, circa 1989, I was a young writing teacher badly miscast as a computer lab director and technical auxiliary to the burgeoning Journalism program. I think I got the job because, sometime around 1987, I had begun submitting word-processed graduate research papers. And in those days that meant that – duh – I was probably proficient in mainframe computing and in the newly emerging world of desktop publishing.

Stood to reason, right? By the same illogic, corporations in the ’90s gleefully paid upwards of $100,000 for a branded screensaver. It was all black magic to them. We eventually sorted that out, thankfully. I was put to better and more germane use in the English Department, and Rob and Howie got the resources they needed as well.

What stuck with me vividly, however, was the fire-and-ice relationship of these two close friends and program-building

Zuckerberg and company have to take it on that they’re not just neutral carriers of information, that they are gatekeepers, and they have to do what gatekeepers have always done: They have to make choices and decisions.

Miraldi during his reporting days

at the Village Vanguard, in which the most quietly revolutionary trio in jazz history played over the ambient bed of a working and not-exactly-attentive club. Fittingly, Miraldi, like the great Evans, is quick on his feet, responsive and fine-tuned in his thinking and surprisingly non-doctrinal and unpredictable in his takes.

“Social media” was in full swing by the time you retired as a teacher and trainer of journalists – these kind of accidental or engineered aggregators of news, targeted content, organically generated opinion and blunt, scientific campaigns of behavior manipulation like the ones Cambridge Analytica boasted about to shareholders. What a mess, in an age when the foundations of fact are already under siege!

Dr. Robert Miraldi, professor emeritus of Journalism at SUNY-New Paltz.

colleagues, Miraldi and Good. Brilliant writers, teachers and scholars both, they made a study in fruitful contrast and complement. Howie, a publishing poet these days who politely declined to participate in this nostalgia piece, was a meta-journalist and critic, author of a series of lively academic books about American press history and its relationship with film and literature. Rob Miraldi earned his stripes as a driven, muckraking reporter on Staten Island, one who exposed what turned out to be nationally significant cases of corruption and cover-up in his own community. As he transitioned to academia, he developed a (now ultra-timely) theoretical and

practical expertise in First Amendment issues.

Miraldi is a heavy cat. His 2013 biography Scoop Artist: Seymour Hersch was the recipient of the Ann Sperber Biography Award for the best journalism biography in the US in 2013.

His 2003 book, The Pen Is Mightier: The Muckraking Life of Charles Edward Russell, was published by Palgrave/St. Martin’s Press and named the best book in the country in journalism and mass media

by Kappa Tau Alpha, the national college honor society. His first book, Muckraking and Objectivity: Journalism’s Colliding Traditions argued for a new flexibility for reporters that would allow them

I’m pretty active on Facebook and Instagram, and they’re such different models. On Facebook, I feel guilty on a big news day to put up a picture of my dinner or of my grandchildren. I should be commenting on the impeachment hearings. That’s why I like Instagram: I can post my amateur photography, pictures of my garden. Instagram is rarely political.

But it’s problematic. The big issue with Facebook is regulation. Could you regulate it? Would it work? Would it even be permissible under the First Amendment?

I think not. You can’t really regulate content unless it is a threat to national security, and in some other fairly limited cases, so I don’t think it is possible. Howie [Good] suggested this a long time ago, and I’ve really come on board with this: voluntary regulation. Zuckerberg and company have to take it on that they’re not just neutral carriers of information, that they are gatekeepers, and they have to do what gatekeepers have always done:

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X-stuff and Planet Nine

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oming up is the only holiday with an X in its name, which makes us now explore that letter’s link to the universe – and how X-stuff includes totally amazing objects.

This X-thread is easy to follow. We sometimes spell Christmas with an X because it used to be considered sacrilegious to write out Christ’s name, or even the word God. The letter X then came to denote any deep mystery. On maps, it represented treasure in a hidden location. In math or in the sky, it depicted an unknown.

That’s why “Planet X” was the longsought world beyond Neptune. When Pluto was found in 1930, some shifted the hunt to a new Planet X imagined to lie farther still – although recently the fashion has changed and the surmised unseen out-there world is now usually called “Planet Nine.”

Everyone’s aware of X-rays, named by their discoverer, Wilhelm Roentgen, in 1895. It’s an unnecessarily mysterious term for a section of the electromagnetic spectrum. X-rays are just a form of light that we cannot see, for a couple of interesting reasons: First, the sun emits very few X-rays. Second, our atmosphere blocks whatever X-rays do come our way, so that none occur naturally here on Earth. Third, our eyes were naturally designed to see photons bouncing off various surfaces around us. Since no X-rays are bouncing around, it would have been pointless for vision to be able to perceive them. And fourth, that’s just fine, because their high energy, zipping completely through soft ocular tissues and out the other side, would be extremely challenging to detect anyway.

Astronomers use the letter X followed by a constellation name to represent objects

Astronomers use the letter X followed by a constellation name to represent objects emitting X-rays – a rarity in the cosmos.

They have to make choices and decisions.

Whether they produce their own content or simply carefully look at the content they carry, that’s two different questions. If they went into the news business to actually produce (as opposed to carry) content, that would present other dangers, because they are so large; but, short of that, they need to do what gatekeepers do: make choices on their content. And they are moving more and more towards that.

Even Google is moving towards that with the whole concept of the “right to be forgotten.” If there’s something out there that you did 10 years ago that you would like see taken down, because there’s just no argument now for it to continue to be carried, right now Google wouldn’t touch it; but in Europe, “right to be forgotten” laws are becoming commonplace. If that happened, Google would have to make choices. You couldn’t force them to do anything because of the First Amendment, but you could put enough pressure on them so they say, “We’re going to have a panel to listen to John Burdick’s request that that thing he did 15 years ago be taken down.”

I didn’t do it.

You’d be problematic because you’ve had a public life, so its harder to argue that

that stuff shouldn’t be out there.

What stuff ? I didn’t do it. The digital media and the world of data-driven marketing seem to create a new challenge to the First Amendment daily. Your syndicated First Amendment columns have a frontline feel; we need someone with your fluid, experienced and critical sense of these moving boundaries of free speech.

You’ve taken on spam callers, Internet porn and of course an array of topics related to the current administration and its warlike behavior regarding the press.

I don’t think any of your former students would have thought you’d have gone gentle into that the good night, but you seem to be fighting and flailing harder than ever, and with quite a large audience.

Gannett picked up some of my stuff, and it appears in different places around the country, which I like, because, quite honestly, I think some of the things I am writing about, no one is talking about.

The pornography thing is a hidden public health crisis. I’m not a prude by any means, and not necessarily opposed to sexuality in that form; it is just that we don’t contextualize it at all for young people, because you can’t even teach sex education, let alone teach sexuality, so there are a lot of questions about what this is doing to people.

The telephone scammer was interesting.

I don’t like the column to be driven by my own quirks and anger, but the phone calls – you know, I still have a landline:

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emitting X-rays – a rarity in the cosmos. The most intense X-ray source these nights is in Cygnus the Swan low in the west, a black hole labeled Cygnus X-1. In the spring sky, an even-more-intense X-ray emitter is the awesome supermassive black hole weighing the same as 10 billion Suns, sitting at the center of the weirdly massive galaxy M87.

That one is called Virgo X-1.

Back to the sky: Each year’s Christmas (or Xmas or Holiday) “star” is often considered to be whatever star or planet is brightest. This year it’s Venus, low in the southwest as soon as night falls. It gives off a strangely steady light that doesn’t twinkle like normal stars. That’s because, although it looks pointlike to the naked eye, it has got a little size to it, which gives it immunity from having its light bent one way and then another by different-temperature air layers. So, it’s steady and bright.

As to why the Evening Star always seem so enchanting: It’s a curious X-factor that bonds us with skygazers through the ages.

– Bob Berman Note: I recently mentioned that this Night Sky column has been continuously running for 47 years. It’s actually 44 or 45 years. Not sure, because no one seems able to confirm whether it started in 1974 or 1975.

“Nothing is wrong, but we’re calling about your credit card...” The First Amendment question there is: When someone comes into your house, do they have the right to talk to you? They have the right to knock on your door and the right to proselytize, but they don’t have the right to open your door and come in, which is essentially what the phone callers are doing, so it is an interesting First Amendment question.

How did that old First Amendment, the one that guarantees freedom of speech, become the focus of your intellectual life?

When I moved from practicing journalism into academia, before I had a PhD, I went to work for two years at St. John’s University. As a young professor, I could certainly teach how to do journalism, but they needed someone to teach a class called Regulation of the Media. I said, “What’s that mean?” They said, “That’s our First Amendment class.”

So I plowed into teaching that class, and then took two graduate classes on freedom of speech, and suddenly I found myself passionate about the whole matter: ins and outs or privacy, copyright and many practical matters – but in the end, nothing matters if you can’t speak! The free press is at the heart of a functioning democracy. So, for 30 years my signature course was my Freedom of Speech and First Amendment class. It has really been central to my whole career.

And now you’ve been writing your award-winning First Amendment columns for 11 years, in two runs with a break in the middle to finish your Seymour Hersch biography. The issues confronting journalists and, indeed, the First Amendment today are not entirely unprecedented. You frequently discuss how there have always been fierce partisanship and attempts to control and influence press. But today the political uses of division and partisanship seem to have won, frankly. We can’t even define what a fact is anymore in a meaningful way.

If you were still training journalists, how would you address the conditions of the day?

We need to address established, reliable fact. You know that fact is going to be disputed by the left and the right, and

that’s always been the case. But we still need reliable fact. But since we’re going online and going on television and going on podcasts, we’ve increasingly reached the stage where a reporter gives me the facts, but then she’s being interviewed on a podcast and someone says, “Well what do you think about those facts?” And she weighs in. That’s always been limiting to a journalist, that you can’t ever weigh in.

You get a journalist behind the scenes and you say, “What was really going on there?” and they tell you! But they couldn’t write it. Never give up on fact. Fact is important.

You don’t want to start with your opinion.

Get knowledgeable first. But now you can have an opinion. We’ve loosened up on that, and I think that’s probably a good thing.

I’m a glass-half-full guy. If I were back in the trade, I think I would be very excited about the possibilities of investigative reporting because so much is available online, so many ways to get a message out.

Okay, but what about the sense of all your facts being disputed, all your potential agency blunted by this discourse of division and flat denial? Would you be discouraged by that as you were also inspired by the new possibilities?

All politics is local. I was community journalist on Staten Island. I was instrumental in closing down this big state facility. It set a national trend of looking at institutions throughout the whole country. And we were able to put together something called the Staten Island Greenbelt, 5,000 acres of protected parkland. These had nothing to do with the terms of national debate. So, if you want to tackle issues and problems, to me, journalism still has that potential.

Working at the national level is a different matter, but someday, when the history is written, what the New York Post, New York Times, the Washington Post and even the Wall Street Journal have done during this period, revealing what has taken place behind the scenes – we’re going to look at the whole package of it as the press doing what it is meant to do. I think the press has served us nobly.

– John Burdick For more on Dr. Robert Miraldi, visit https://scoopartistthebook.com.

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STAGE Humor for the holidays Supporting actor Ally Condrath steals the spotlight in Denizen’s Christmastown: A Holiday Noir

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f you’re a believer in the concept that life is theater and theater is life – or at least could or should be – you may well be aware of the existence of Improv Everywhere, the New York City-based performance art group that bills itself as a “prank collective.”

Since its founding in 2001, IE’s members, or “agents,” have been instigating public comedy happenings that add a dose of unexpected “chaos and joy” to the lives of passersby. What they do is the modern equivalent of the 1960s TV show Candid Camera, but without the humiliation factor.

The group’s most famous “mission,” captured on a video that received more than 35 million views on YouTube, was “Frozen Grand Central,” which required more than 200 IE agents to stand stockstill simultaneously in Grand Central Terminal for five full minutes. On a smaller scale, they do things like place an order in the name of Spartacus at a Starbucks and then have a group of actors dressed as Roman legionnaires burst in the door exclaiming, “I am Spartacus!” when the barista calls out the name. Or they launch a pirate ship on the lake in Central Park and accost unsuspecting rowboaters. Once a year, they invite followers to a mass public gathering where thousands of people listen to instructions over a headset and do the same bizarrely inexplicable thing at the same time – all in a spirit of fun.

Most recently, IE was recruited by Disney+ to create an original TV series called Pixar IRL, in which actors

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And for this month only, she’s in New Paltz, stealing the stage out from under three other talented actors in Denizen Theatre’s first show of the winter season, Christmastown: A Holiday Noir.

There are plenty of good reasons to go see this play, the clever writing by Seattlebased playwright Wayne Rawley high on the list. Set in a gritty city where it’s always almost Christmas but never actually so, its admittedly thin, not-particularlycompelling plot pits a cynical, down-atheels private eye (Giovanni Naarendorp) against shadowy forces who appear to have kidnapped Santa Claus. It’s not a whodunit to see for the brilliant twists and turns, but rather for its relentless, rapidfire stream of puns on familiar Christmas song lyrics.

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The Polar Express Train Ride. Take a magical trip to the North Pole while reading along with the classic children’s book. Santa and his Elves board the train add to the memories made on this unforgettable adventure. Call for ride times and availability. Runs Nov. 16-Dec. 28. Tickets & Info: 845-332-4854; catskillmountainrailroad.com/ event/the-polar-express. Catskill Mountain Railroad (CMRR), Westbrook Lane Station, 55 Plaza Rd, Kingston.

flexibility, balance, strength and aerobic capacity done to music from many decades that makes us feel like dancing. Sponsored by Woodstock Senior Recreation and open to Woodstock residents 55 and older. $1 donation. Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, 56 Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

9:30am FDR Christmas Tours. See the FDR estate decorated for the holiday season. Open daily for tours at 9:30am, 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Info: 845-229-5320; nps.gov/hofr/index.htm. Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site, 4097 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park.

9am-10am Woodstock Senior Senior Feel Good Fitness with Diane Collelo. All aspects of fitness:

10am-4pm Boscobel Holiday Tours. The mansion will be decorated for 19th-century holidays. Guides share stories of Yuletide traditions past. Boscobel House and Gardens, 1601 Route 9D, Garrison. boscobel.org/events/guided-house-tours.

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Drop-in. Tivoli Free Library, Watts dePeyster Hall, 86 Broadway, Tivoli. Info: 845-757-3771, tivoliprograms@gmail.com, tivolilibrary.org/. Bring a snack to share.

10am-2pm Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic. For previously spayed/neutered cats and dogs only. No appointment needed. Dogs must be leashed and cats in carriers. TARA (The Animal Rights Alliance, Inc.), 60 Enterprise Place, Middletown, NY. Info: 845-343-1000, info@tara-spayneuter.org, taraspayneuter.org. Cost varies.

10am-11:30am Parkinson’s Dance & Exercise Class. Led by Anne Olin. For PD patients, caregivers and friends to address the symptoms of PD and other neurological disorders. Balance, gait, muscle strengthening, improving flexibility & fluidity and having fun are all included. Weekly, on-going group meets every Thursday at 10am. Info: Anne Olin, 845-679-6250; anneolin.com. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 207 Albany Ave, Kingston. $12 for one or $22 for two.

11am-3pm A Gilded Age Christmas. Enjoy lavish turn-of-the-century style holiday decorations while touring the mansion. Tickets: $8, $6/ seniors & students, children 12 & under are free.

Info: 845-889-8851; parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/25/ details.aspx. Staatsburg State Historic Site, 75 Mills Mansion Drive Rd 1, Staatsburg.

11am-1pm Holiday Open House at the Mesier Homestead. See the decorated downstairs rooms, full of candlelight & greenery. Self-guided tour.

Docent available. Mesier Homestead, 2 Spring Street, Wappingers Falls. Info: 845-632-1281, christinaungar@wappingershistorical.org. Free.

11am-12pm Woodstock Senior Level One (Moderate) Yoga with Susan Blacker. Centering, warm-ups, posture flow, relaxation and meditation. Sponsored by Woodstock Senior Recreation and open to Woodstock residents 55 and older. $1 donation. Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, 56 Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

12:15pm Fine Arts Recitals. Old Dutch Church, 272 Wall Street, Kingston.

12:30pm-6pm I Ching Oracle and Tarot Readings with Timothy Liu. Every Thursday. Walk-ins warmly welcome or call ahead for appointment.

Info: 845-679-2100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. $30/30 minutes,.

1pm Val-Kill Christmas Tours. Come see the Val-Kill decorated for the holiday season. Open Thursday through Monday for tours at 1:00 and 3:00. Info: 845-229-9422; nps.gov/elro/index.htm.

Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site, 54 Valkill Park Road, Hyde Park.

1pm-3pm Game and Card Day. Board games, Mah-jong and cards are available, or bring your own. Bring a friend or come and meet people. $1 donation suggested to cover cost of refreshments.

Ongoing every Thursday. Red Hook Community Center, 59 Fisk St, Red Hook.

1pm-4pm Woodstock Senior Duplicate Bridge with John Stokes. The Woodstock Bridge Club offers a short lesson and a game of Duplicate Bridge.

Sponsored by Woodstock Senior Recreation and open to Woodstock residents 55 and older. $1 donation. Woodstock Rescue Squad, 222 Tinker St, Woodstock.

1:30pm-3pm “Thursdays” Community Voice Ensemble with Debbie Lan. THURSDAYS, new weekly community voice ensemble directed by Debbie Lan. All genders welcome. No experience necessary. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz. Info: debbiemaxine@gmail.com, facebook.com/Thursday%20Voice. sliding scale available.

2pm-3pm Tea Time Book Club: My Name is Mary Sutter by Robin Olivera. Tea and discussion. Clinton Community Library.

3pm Woodstock Ultimate Disc. A free, casual, co-ed pickup game. Ongoing games - Tuesday, Thursday & Sundays at 3pm. See WoodstockUltimate.org for details. Athletic Fields, 98 Comeau Drive, Woodstock. woodstockultimate.org/.

3:30pm-4pm Free Step Class. A high energy class.

Ongoing. Saugerties Public Library, 91 Washington Ave, Saugerties. saugertiespubliclibrary.org.

3:30pm-6:30pm Free Math Tutoring. Algebra, Geometry, Precalculus, Trigonometry, and SAT/ ACT Prep. Call to sign up 845-255-1255. Meets every Thursday at 3:30pm. Gardiner Library, 133 Farmer’s Turnpike, Gardiner. MathTutoringwithMisha.com. Free.

4pm Science Storytime with Author Dorna Schroeter. How An Idea From Nature Changed Our World: The Story of Velcro. Join Dorna as she reads from her new book about nature teaching us how to make new and useful products. Starr Library, 68 West Market St, Rhinebeck. starrlibrary.org.

4pm-5pm Fitness Hour. Drop in for a workout on Mondays at 4:30pm & Thursdays at 4pm. Class will be an aerobic warm-up followed by a combination of band and body work. Instructed by Connie Scuitto. Connie is an RN and certified Reiki Master.

845-246-4317. Saugerties Public Library, 91 Washington Ave, Saugerties. saugertiespubliclibrary.org.

4pm-7pm Free Holistic Healthcare Clinic. Many holistic Practitioners will be volunteering their time monthly to provide services, including: massage, chiropractic, reiki, other energy and body work, acupuncture, craniosacral massage, deep tissue body work and hypnosis. There’s also a prenatal and lactation specialist offering a breastfeeding cafe. Lace Mill, 165 Cornell St, Kingston. healthcareisahumanright.com.

5pm-10pm Utopia’s Holiday Night Market. Sip & shop! Mix & mingle. Bust a move and jingle jingle!

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5pm-6:30pm New Paltz Climate Action Coalition Meeting. Meets every Thursday. New Paltz Village Hall, Plattekill Ave, New Paltz. newpaltzclimateaction.org.

5:15pm Junior Rangers Girls Hockey League at McCann Ice Arena. Junior Rangers Girls Hockey League at McCann Ice Arena @ the MidHudson Civic Center. Majed J. Nesheiwat Convention Center, 14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie.

Info: 845-454-5800, chance@icetimesports.org, midhudsonciviccenter.org. $395.

5:30pm Dance Performance at the Loeb Art Center. Alaina Wilson, Vassar ‘16, will perform site-specific choreography related to works on view in the galleries. Performances at 5:30 and 7:30. Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center at Vassar College, 124 Raymond Avenue, Poughkeepsie. bit. ly/2YyOHmx. 6pm Black and White Truffle Dinner. Join us for a welcome beverage, presentation, and tasting by our sponsor Sabatino Tartufi in Danny Kaye Theatre. Then, enjoy a succulent six-course meal redolent with the flavors of black and white truffles.

Four of the courses will be paired with Piedmont and Campania wines. This evening is not to be missed. Tickets: $175 prepaid, all-inclusive. Info: 845-451-1014; ristorantecaterinademedici.com. The Culinary Institute of America, 1946 Campus Drive (Route 9), Hyde Park, NY. 6pm Tech Time. Call the Library at 845-338-7881 if you would like to reserve a spot or drop in for a fifteen-minute one-to-one session with a library staff member who will answer your general tech questions. Town of Ulster Public Library, 860 Ulster Ave., Kingston.

6pm Breast Cancer Options-Support Group.

Features speakers and topics. For more info/to register call 845-338-4673; email hope@breastcanceroptions.org (group funded by State of NY).

84 Greene Street, Hudson. Info: 845-339-4673, hopenemiroff@yahoo.com.

6pm-8pm Holiday Open House at the Mesier Homestead. See the decorated downstairs rooms, full of candlelight & greenery. Self-guided tour.

Docent available. Mesier Homestead, 2 Spring Street, Wappingers Falls. Info: 845-632-1281, christinaungar@wappingershistorical.org. Free.

6pm-7pm Tarot Club. Are you a seasoned tarot reader or just interested in learning about tarot cards? Join us for Tarot Club on every 2nd & 4th Thursday w/Sabra. Tivoli Free Library, Watts dePeyster Hall, 86 Broadway, Tivoli. Info: 845-7573771, tivoliprograms@gmail.com, tivolilibrary.org/.

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6pm Wine Night - Thirsty Thursday. Celebrate every Thursday at Woodnotes Grille with the Wine Club! Enjoy 25% off all bottles of wine and special selections from the cellar by the glass. Info: 845-688-2828; emersonresort.com. The Emerson Resort and Spa, 5340 Rt 28, Mt. Tremper.

6:30pm-8pm Free Steps of Meditation. Weekly classes. Learn the fundamentals for an effective meditation experience. Info: 518-589-5000 or peacevillage@bkwsu.org. Peace Village Retreat Center, 54 O’Hara Rd, Haines Falls. bkwsu.org.

7pm-9:30pm Rough Draft Trivia with Rich!

Every Thursday* at Rough Draft is trivia night with Rich Morrison—a fun-filled night of teamwork, friendly competition, and lots of laughs. Rough Draft Bar & Books, 82 John Street, Kingston. Info: 845-802-0027, roughdraftbar@gmail.com.

7pm-8pm Advent Bible Study. Incarnation.

Emmanuel. God With Us. What does that even mean & how does it matter to us?”. Reformed Church of Saugerties, 173 Main St, Saugerties. Info: 845-246-2867, refsaug@yahoo.com, saugertiesreformed.org.

7pm WOMPS: Word of Mouth Poetry Series.

Women’s Collective. Open Reading - w/5 minute limit. Hosted by: Teresa Costa. Artbar Gallery, 674 Broadway, Kingston. $3.

7pm-9pm Citizen’s Climate Lobby Monthly Meeting. CCL empowers everyday people to work together on climate change solutions. We’re building support in Congress for a national bipartisan bill. Beahive, 291 Main St, Beacon. Info: ccl.shoe@ dfgh.net, citizensclimatelobby.org. Free.

7pm-8pm Gardiner Library Knitting Group. Sit and knit. Gardiner Library, 133 Farmer’s Turnpike, Gardiner. Info: 845-255-1255, nlane@rcls.org, gardinerlibrary.org.

7pm Old Dutch Choir. Old Dutch Church, 272 Wall Street, Kingston.

7pm Bingo! Meet the 2nd & 4th Thursdays.

Doors open at 6pm. Prizes & food. Sponsored by the Beekman Fire Company Auxiliarly Inc. Beekman Fire House, 316 Beekman- Poughquag Rd, Poughquag.

7:30pm New Group Meeting Notice: Men’s Support Group. Meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month at the Woodstock Library at 7:30 pm. The Male Room is a safe environment where men gather to discuss issues of importance in their lives. If interested, please contact Gary at 908-754-1101, or scribeny@aol.com.

7:30pm-9pm Weekly Thursday Nite EFT Healing Circle & Recovery Workshop. Bring your physical, emotional, & spiritual challenges and issues, and have them quickly, effectively resolved and healed in a safe supportive environment. Ongoing. 845-7062183. Family of Woodstock/Kingston, 39 John St, Kingston. Free, $5 donation welcome.

8pm Live @ The Falcon: Telepathic Moon Dance.

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8pm Live @ The Falcon: Latin Jazz Express “The Music of the Masters”. Where Salsa Meets Jazz!

Info: 845-236-7970. The Falcon Main Stage, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

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The Polar Express Train Ride. Take a magical trip to the North Pole while reading along with the classic children’s book. Santa and his Elves board the train add to the memories made on this unforgettable adventure. Call for ride times and availability. Runs Nov. 16-Dec. 28. Tickets & Info: 845-332-4854; catskillmountainrailroad.com/ event/the-polar-express. Catskill Mountain Railroad (CMRR), Westbrook Lane Station, 55 Plaza Rd, Kingston.

9am-1:15pm Mid-Hudson Regional Renewable Energy Forum. This forum will showcase what NY State agencies, and area utilities, municipalities, businesses and institutions are doing already or are planning to accelerate the transition to a Renewable Energy Economy with Storage and Efficiency. The event will also be live-streamed and videotaped.

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9:30am FDR Christmas Tours. See the FDR estate decorated for the holiday season. Open daily for tours at 9:30am, 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Info: 845-229-5320; nps.gov/hofr/index.htm. Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site, 4097 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park.

9:30am MidHudsonADK: Ski with Marty Carp.

Every Mon & Fri until March 31. 3-5 hours, depending on conditions. No snow, they will do a moderate hike 6-9 miles. Questions welcomed. Info: 845-214-8520 or martymcarp@gmail.com. Meet @ the Mohonk Visitor Center for drive/shuttle to trailhead. Mohonk Preserve, 3197 Route 44/55, Gardiner. midhudsonadk.org/outings-events-list.

9:45am-10:45am Woodstock Senior Chi Kung with Corinne Mol. Meditative, healing exercise consisting of 13 movements. Sponsored by Woodstock Senior Recreation and open to Woodstock residents 55 and older. $1 donation. Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, 56 Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

10am-4pm Boscobel Holiday Tours. The mansion will be decorated for 19th-century holidays. Guides share stories of Yuletide traditions past. Boscobel House and Gardens, 1601 Route 9D, Garrison. boscobel.org/events/guided-house-tours.

10am Vanderbilt Mansion Christmas Tours.

See the Vanderbilt home decorated for the holiday season. Open daily for tours at 10:00, 12:00, 2:00, and 3:00. Info: 845-229-7770; nps.gov/vama/ index.htm. Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site, Hyde Park.

10am-5pm Friends of Starr Book Sale. Lots of great books, DVD’s and CD’s for sale. Starr Library, 68 West Market St, Rhinebeck. starrlibrary.org.

10:30am-11:30am Family Fridays with Artist Keri Dudek. Explore the collaborative process of printmaking and mixed media together. The Hyde Collection, 161 Warren Street, Glens Falls. Info: 518-792-1761, frontofhouse@hydecollection.org, hydecollection.org. Free.

10:30am-4pm Thomas Cole National Historic Site Guided Tours. Tours run Friday through Sunday through December 15. They begin every hour on the hour from 11am-3pm. Each tour is limited to twelve people and lasts approximately 45 minutes. Tickets: $12; free/students, seniors 62+ & Veterans. Thomas Cole National Historic Site, 218 Spring St, Catskill. thomascole.org.

11am-3pm A Gilded Age Christmas. Enjoy lavish turn-of-the-century style holiday decorations while touring the mansion. Tickets: $8, $6/ seniors & students, children 12 & under are free.

Info: 845-889-8851; parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/25/ details.aspx. Staatsburg State Historic Site, 75 Mills Mansion Drive Rd 1, Staatsburg.

11am-1pm Mah-jongg. Learn and play this game of skill and strategy each Friday morning. Beginners and more experienced players welcome. Tivoli Free Library, Watts dePeyster Hall, 86 Broadway, Tivoli. tivolilibrary.org. Free.

12:05pm-1pm Woodstock Senior Basic Pilates with Christine Anderson. A floor work course promoting improvement of balance, coordination, focus, awareness breathing, strength and flexibility. Sponsored by Woodstock Senior Recreation and open to Woodstock residents 55 and older. $1 donation. Mescal Hornbeck Community Center, 56 Rock City Rd, Woodstock.

12:30pm-6pm Crystal Attunements and Tarot Card Readings with Owl Medicine Woman Mary Vukovic. Walk-ins warmly welcome or call ahead for appointment. $50 for 45 minute reading and chakra attunement. Info: 845-679-2100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. $30/30 minutes,.

1pm Val-Kill Christmas Tours. Come see the Val-Kill decorated for the holiday season. Open Thursday through Monday for tours at 1:00 and 3:00. Info: 845-229-9422; nps.gov/elro/index.htm.

Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site, 54 Valkill Park Road, Hyde Park.

1pm-2pm Chair Yoga. Practiced sitting on a chair or standing using a chair for support. Clinton Community Library.

game that was developed in China during the Qing dynasty. Bring your game on! Clinton Community Library.

4pm-5:30pm Phoenicia PTA Holiday Craft Fair.

Children come through each station making a craft, filling a brown paper bag with each lovely craft.

By the end of the evening, the kids have 10 or so gifts to give to family or friends (or keep). Phoenicia Elementary School, 11 School Lane, Phoenicia.

5pm-7pm Sips and Sweets (and Shopping). Join us for a little fun with your holiday shopping. We’ll have a special baked treat from Colleen McMurray and some sips for you to enjoy - mulled wine, prosecco, or beer for the guys. Info: 845-586-4177; hgom.net. Home Goods of Margaretville, 784 Main St, Margaretville.

5:30pm-7pm Ballroom Dance Classes at the Armory. Classes taught by Ballroom Instructor Andrew Rest to prepare for Winter Swing Dance on Saturday, Dec. 14, 7-10pm. Hudson Area Library, 51 North 5th Street, Hudson. Info: 518-828-1792, brenda.shufelt@hudsonarealibrary.org, hudsonarealibrary.org. Free.

6pm-10pm Ugly Sweater Party to Benefit People’s Place. Music! Egg nog! Holiday cheer!

Food from Kingston Bread Lab! Prizes for the ugliest and most creative holiday sweaters! Rough Draft Bar & Books, 82 John Street, Kingston. Info: 845-802-0027, roughdraftbar@gmail.com.

6pm-7pm Abe Ovadia: Jazz Guitar Concert. Join us at the Library for a performance by jazz virtuoso guitarist, Abe Ovadia, accompanied on bass by Joe Peterson. Free. Tivoli Free Library, Watts dePeyster Hall, 86 Broadway, Tivoli. tivolilibrary.org.

6pm-8pm The ‘60’s Resurrected: Astrological Aspects of the 2020’s with astrologer Alexander Mallon. This year marks a quantum leap into “new thought” and manifestation of the Aquarian Age which brings us to the promise of freedom and individual spirit and spiritual focus—the resurrection of a major planetary cycle brought into focus in the 1960’s. Attendees will have their personal charts reviewed as we focus on our own personal awakening. Info: 845-679-2100. $20 if registered

by Dec. 11. Please register by Dec. 11 with birth date, place and time of birth to have your natal chart reviewed in class. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock.

6pm-8pm Light Up the Hamlet in Highland.

Hosted by Town of Lloyd Events. Info: 845-6912144.0.

6pm Zydeco Dance with Dwight Carrier & Black Cat Zydeco. One of the top Zydeco bands to come out of Louisiana. Dwight Carrier, comes from a long line of distinguished Louisiana musicians. White Eagle Hall, 487 Delaware Ave, Kingston, NY. Info: 845-454-2571, hudsonvalleycommunitydances@ gmail.com, hudsonvalleydance.org. $20.

6pm-7:30pm Kabbalat Shabbat Services. Friday evening services. Woodstock Jewish Congregation, 1682 Glasco Turnpike, Woodstock. Info: 845-6792218, info@wjcshul.org, wjcshul.org.

6:30pm-9:30pm Orange County Mineral Society Monthly Mineral Meeting. New members welcome. Open to all. Info: orangecountymineralsocietynewyork.com. Chester Senior Center, 81 Laroe Road, Chester. Free.

6:45pm-8:30pm Children & Teen Ministries.

Meets Fridays: 6:45-8:30pm. Class for adults also offered. Info: 845-876-6923 or cdfcirone@ aol.com. Grace Bible Fellowship Church, Rt9 & Rt9G, Rhinebeck.

7pm Elf The Musical Jr. Directed by Amy Schaffer and Deana Solomon, this musical comedy follows Buddy the Elf on his quest to find his true identity.

Tickets will be sold at the door. Marlboro Middle School, 1375 Rte 9W, Marlboro. $10, $5/student.

7pm-9pm The Scottish Play, Special Screening with Q&A. A special one night only screening.

After the film, Director Keith Boynton will lead a discussion and Q&A. The Moviehouse, 48 Main Street, Millerton. Info: 518-789-0022, events@ themoviehouse.net, themoviehouse.net. General $14 / Members $12.

7pm-9pm 6th Annual Christmastime Benefit Concert. Proceeds benefit Family of Woodstock Inc. Redeemer Lutheran Church, 104 Wurts St, Kingston. redeemernewpaltz.org. $15 / adult, $5 / child 12 & under.

7pm-9pm It’s A Wonderful Life. The beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. Shadowland Stages, 157 Canal Street, Ellenville. Info: 845-647-5511, info@shadowlandstages.org, shadowlandstages. org/2. 31-39.

7pm-9pm Free Addiction Recovery Acupuncture Clinic. New Paltz Community Acupuncture will be offering a Free Addiction Recovery Acupuncture Clinic on Fridays from 7-9pm. A specific treatment using ear points only will be available free of charge. Come by and let acupuncture help to reduce cravings, assist the detox process, calm your nervous system, and support recovery. It is helpful for all types of addictions and all stages of recovery.

Walk-ins only - first come, first served. 21 South Chestnut Street, New Paltz. For more information, call 845-255-2145 or log onto newpaltzacu.com.

7pm Weekly Senior Citizen’s Bingo. Ongoing every Wednesday at 1:30pm & Friday at 7pm.

50/50 tickets available at 3 tickets/$2. Half-time complementary refreshments. Shawangunk Senior Center, 70 Main St, Napanoch.

1pm-3pm Scrabble Club. Join us for our new Scrabble Club! Bring your extensive vocabulary and your enjoyment for games to our Scrabble events.

Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen.

Info: 845-338-5580, organizedmode@gmail.com, esopuslibrary.org.

7:30pm Sixth Annual Holiday Concert: Maybrook Symphonic Wind Ensemble. Conducted by Roy Coates, Sr, music director. The audience is encouraged to mingle with the musicians after the concert and enjoy some light refreshments. (Snow date: 12/20) Info: 845-475-8046; maybrookwindesemble@gmail.com. Maybrook Senior Center, Schipps Lane/Veterans’ Memorial Park, Maybrook.

2pm-3pm Mah Jongg. Mahjong is a tile-based

7:30pm-9:30pm 37th Annual The Nutcracker

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premier listings Contact Donna at Donna.ulsterpublishing@gmail.com to be included Holiday Music & Song (12/15, 12:30pm). The Singing Anchors and Emmy Award Winners Benita Zahn and Jerry Gretzinger. Accompanied

by JAY KERR Performing A Cabaret of Holiday Tunes. Cabaret Style- Coffee, Desserts, and Cash Bar starting at 12:30 PM with show to follow. Cost:$30.00 RSVP by calling 845-514-0327. Hosted

by The Immaculate Conception Church Foundation Board. Best Western, 503 Washington Ave, Kingston.

Club Mahjong. Whether your new to the game, or a seasoned player, there’s a seat at the table for you! Every Monday, 1-4pm at the Woodstock Jewish Congregation. For more information contact Heather at MJCRobinson1010@gmail. com; or text 914-388-3577.

A Winter’s Solstice Celebration (12/15, 2pm). Benefit for the Children’s programs at Lumberyard & Catskill Community Center. Info: lumberyard.

org.

City of Kingston Arts Commission Accepting Nominations for Distinguished Artist Award. Nominees must be Kingston residents for at least two years. Artists in any discipline may be nominated: music, theatre, dance, literary, visual, or media arts. A small stipend will be provided to the awardee and additional funding may be available for a programming budget. Submission forms can be found at kingston-ny.gov/ ArtsCommission and must include a one-page narrative that highlights the nominee’s qualifications.

Poughkeepsie Galleria Announces ‘12 Days of Giftmas’ Holiday Sweepstakes. Kicking off the gift-giving season, for the second year in a row, Poughkeepsie Galleria has launched their ’12 Days of Giftmas’ Holiday Sweepstakes where lucky shoppers will be chosen throughout the month

Ballet. Ulster Performing Arts Center, 601 Broadway, Kingston. $30, $25/senior/student.

7:30pm-9:30pm The Nutcracker. Featuring students of Victoria Rinaldi, and local children and adults. Orpheum Film & Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street, Tannersville. Info: 518-2632000, cmf@catskillmtn.org, catskillmtn.org/ ev. Tickets Purchased Ahead: $25; $20 seniors; $7 students At the Door: $30; $25 seniors; $7 students.

8pm Live @ The Falcon: Vito Petroccitto & Little Rock. Vito Petroccitto’s Little Rock hails from the Hudson Valley region of New York, playing a mix of rootsy, bluesy, swampy Americana, and they deliver the goods! Info: 845-236-7970. The Falcon Underground, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro. live@ thefalcon.com.

8pm Live @ The Falcon: Cuboricua! Salsa! Cuboricua identifies with the rhythms and melodies of the Caribbean; Salsa, Son, Rumba, Bomba, Plena, as well as Merengue. Info: 845-236-7970. The Falcon Main Stage, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

8pm A Christmas Carol. Directed by Diana di Grandi, adapted by Lou Trapani with musical direction by Paul & JoAnne Schubert. Info & tickets: centerforperformingarts.org. The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Rt 308, Rhinebeck. $27.

8pm Hudson Valley Folk Guild’s Friends of Fiddler’s Green Chapter: Annual Seasonal Holiday Concert. Admission is $12; $10/seniors; $8/HVFG members. Info: 845-309-3853; Hudson Valley Folk Guild’s Facebook page. Hyde Park United Methodist Church, Rt. 9 and Church St, Hyde Park. hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/ffg.

8pm Mendelssohn Christmas Concert. Tickets are available at the door. Advance tickets are available at Nekos Dedricks Pharmacy, North Front Street, Kingston. Old Dutch Church, 272 Wall Street, Kingston.

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Chatham Winterfest. Businesses throughout the Village of Chatham will be welcoming shoppers with special offers and unique Holiday gifts. There will be a raffle to win a gift basket of goodies from participating shops in the Village. Info: visitchathamny.com/event/chatham-winterfest-2019. Main St./Chatham, Chatham.

2nd Annual Margaretville’s Got Talent is Looking for Acts! Have a talent you would like to share? We are looking for on-stage performers and showcases. The Show will be January 31st at 6pm.

80% of the proceeds will be donated to the Ronald McDonald House in memory of James Durkin and 20% goes to FCCLA’s community emergency fund. $5 entry fee. Info & sign-up: dkarn@margaretvillecs.org. Margaretville Central School, 415 Main Street, Margaretville.

The Polar Express Train Ride. Take a magical trip to the North Pole while reading along with the classic children’s book. Santa and his Elves board the train add to the memories made on this unforgettable adventure. Call for ride times and availability. Runs Nov. 16-Dec. 28. Tickets & Info: 845-332-4854; catskillmountainrailroad.com/ event/the-polar-express. Catskill Mountain Railroad (CMRR), Westbrook Lane Station, 55 Plaza Rd, Kingston.

8:30am-10:30am Breakfast with Santa. Have breakfast & have your picture with Santa. Crafts will start at 9am. Benefit for Puerto Rico Disaster Relief. Reservations call 331-4121. Hurley Reformed Church, Main St, Hurley. Free for 2 & under.

8:30am-4pm Holiday Craft Sale. Hand made crafts, new and gently used items, bake sale including gluten free items. Tillson Community Church, Grist Mill Rd, Tillson.

9am Santa is Coming to Zena. Santa will tour the streets of Zena starting his route on Zena High Woods Road then travel on John Joy Road, pass the fire house, all the way up to the end of Zena Road at 28. He will then travel to Vandale, to Glen, to Allen then down Vandale and over to Van de Bogart Road. He will make the loops on Cardinal

of December to win over $500 worth of prizes. Customers can enter to win twelve days of gifts donated by Poughkeepsie Galleria merchants including Auntie Anne’s, Hallmark, JCPenney, Kirwan’s Game Store, Macy’s, Trollbeads, Ruby Tuesday and more by visiting Poughkeepsie Galleria’s website.

December 5 through December 20, excluding weekends, one winner will be selected at random to claim their gift from the store of the day. Info: PoughkeepsieGalleria.com.

Mexican Mondays (5-9pm). Mexican Cuisine offered: $5 Tacos $6 Margaritas Authentic. Info: 845-679-5763; oriole9. com. Oriole 9, 17 Tinker St, Woodstock.

Sign-up Now! Archery, Karate, Yoga, Dance, Sewing, Chess & Ceramics.

Register online 845-246-3744, ext 156.

Woodstock Day School, 1430 Glasco Tpke, Saugerties.

Holiday Pottery Sale (12/14 & 12/15,

and Oriole travel to Witchtree Road, head around Whitney Drive, Forestwood, Maurizi and Carey and head back out to Zena Road past Chestnut Hill.

9am-1pm Free Tech Help. Bring your devices and questions. Clinton Community Library.

9am-5pm FDR Annual Holiday Open House & Children’s Reading Festival. Both the home and the Roosevelt Library study will be decorated for the holidays as they were during the Roosevelt presidency. Children’s Reading Festival from 1-4pm will include making holiday cards for sailors on the USS Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, as well as free photos with Santa. Admission is free throughout the day. Info: 845-486-7745; fdrlibrary.org. Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site, 4097 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park.

9am-4pm The Grinch - Pose for Pics at Pause: Stealing Christmas Made Easy. Pose with the Grinch for you own digital image. Families without a four-legged members are also welcome. Naughty Dog Gift Pack available for dogs who participate. $10 for the first child or dog, $1 each additional child or dog. Pre-registration required. Info: 845-758-4330. Pause Dog Boutique, 10 East Market St, Red Hook.

9am-12pm Comforter Cobblestone Thrift Store.

More space has been added for more items! Store hours: Every Saturday 9-12 April through December. Located in basement of church. Take steps to the left of white church doors. Info: comfortercobblestonethrift26@gmail.com. Comforter Cobblestone Thrift Store, 26 Wynkoop Pl, Kingston.

9:30am-11:30am Bring the Kids Second Saturdays. Enjoy a family-focused tour of the Historic House Museum with Museum Educator Lisa DiMarzo. Explore the past through hands-on activities and gingerbread cookie decoratig. Then, take a break with a snack and bring the memories home with a special craft. Recommended for ages 5+. Tickets include admission to the whole grounds.

Tickets: $12. Boscobel House and Gardens, 1601 Route 9D, Garrison. boscobel.org/events/bringthe-kids-second-saturdays.

9:30am-10:30am Centering Prayer and Meditation. A receptive method of silent prayer. People of all faiths are welcome and no previous meditation experience is required. St Gregory’s Church, 2578 Route 212, Woodstock. Info: 845-679-8800, matthew.stgregorys@gmail.com. free.

10am-3pm Rescheduled Craft & Bake Sale. Rugs, crafts, baked items and hot dog/sauerkraut lunch.

High Woods Reformed Church 1290 Church Road, Saugerties, 1290 Church Road, Saugerties. Info: 845 324 0741. no entry fee.

10am Shabbat Services. A meditative and musical Shabbat service followed by our fabulous kiddish.

All welcome. Bring a dairy or parve dish to share.

Info: 845-626-7260. Kerhonkson Synagogue, 26 Minnewaska Trail, Kerhonkson. Kerhonksonsynagogue.org.

10am-3pm Bruderhof Country Store Christmas Market. Join us and celebrate with crafts, baked goods, and Christmas cheer. Proceeds from Craft and Bake sale will go to AHTMC Food Pantry in Highland. Country Store, 1063 Broadway, Esopus.

10am-5pm Cecilia Sauer 5K Santa Fun Run/ Walk. The funds raised from this event will be donated to Cecilia Sauer and family. Cecilia is a beautiful 4-year-old child who is bravely battling leukemia. $25 registration fee to run/walk.

Holiday running attire strongly encouraged, but not required. Register at: brownpapertickets. com/event/4447957. Cantine Memorial Field, Saugerties.

10am-4pm Holiday Pottery Sale. Shop for some unique handcrafted gifts for the home and garden.

Stephen Fabrico Designs, 76 Church St, Bloomington. Email: 845-331-4760; stephenfabrico@ gmail.com.

10am-11am All-Level Yoga. Wear comfortable clothes. Clinton Community Library.

10am-4pm Boscobel Holiday Tours. The mansion will be decorated for 19th-century holidays. Guides share stories of Yuletide traditions past. Boscobel House and Gardens, 1601 Route 9D, Garrison. boscobel.org/events/guided-house-tours.

10am Vanderbilt Mansion Christmas Tours.

See the Vanderbilt home decorated for the holiday

10am-4pm). Stephen Fabrico Designs invites you to the Studio for a Holiday Pottery Sale. and shop for some unique handcrafted gifts for the home and garden. Stephen Fabrico Designs, 76 Church St, Bloomington. Email: 845-331-4760; stephenfabrico@gmail. com.

Cancer Society. All drivers must have: A current, valid driver’s license, A good driving record, Access to a safe and reliable vehicle, Regular desktop, laptop, or tablet computer access, & Proof of car insurance. To learn more about volunteering for the Road To Recovery program, visit cancer.org/road.

Community Playback Theatre at Boughton Place (12/6, 8pm). Audience stories brought to life onstage. Boughton Place, 150 Kisor Road, Highland. $10/suggested donation. Info: 845-8830392. Upcoming performance: Sunday, 3pm on 1/5/2020.

Oncology Support Programs offered at HealthAlliance Hospital. WMC Health offers emotional support, wellness and healing arts programs for people affected by cancer. Info: 845-3392071; oncology.support@hahv.org; hahv. org/service/cancer-support-program.

Volunteer Drivers Needed To Transport Cancer Patients to Treatment.

The American Cancer Society needs individuals who can volunteer one hour at least once a month to drive a cancer patient to a local cancer center in Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan and Orange County. Locally, the greatest need is for drivers who can pick up patients at their home and take them to treatment -- even one time once a month would be tremendously helpful, according to Patrice Lestrange Mack, Communications Director for the American

Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Stationary Clinic for Dogs. Every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. $95 and up; includes spay/neuter, rabies vaccine, and cone collar. All surgeries performed by appointment only; Also, Low-Cost Spay/ Neuter Mobile Clinic for Cats( call for location and dates). $70 per cat includes spay/ neuter, rabies vaccine, ear cleaning, nail trim. All surgeries performed by appointment only; & Low-cost vaccine & dental Clinics available. The Animal Rights Alliance (T.A.R.A.), 60 Enterprise Pl, Middletown. Info: 845-343- 1000, tara-spayneuter.org.

season. Open daily for tours at 10:00, 12:00, 2:00, and 3:00. Info: 845-229-7770; nps.gov/vama/ index.htm. Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site, Hyde Park.

10am-3pm Coffee’s Ready with Polly. Weekly baked goodies & good conversation. Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St, Pine Hill. pinehillcommunitycenter.org.

10am-11am Kids’ Story & Craft Hour - The Giant Spruce with John Duvall. Join us for Sunday morning story hour with local author John Duvall!

John will read from his award-winning children’s book, The Great Spruce. Rough Draft Bar & Books, 82 John Street, Kingston. Info: 845-802-0027, roughdraftbar@gmail.com.

10am-12pm Shabbat Morning Services. Music filled services and Torah study. Connect to tradition and open your heart. Family’s welcome. Woodstock Jewish Congregation, 1682 Glasco Turnpike, Woodstock. Info: 845-679-2218, info@wjcshul. org, wjcshul.org.

10am-12:30pm Free Nature Craft at Cragsmoor Free Library. Make a snack that will help energize the birds in your backyard as the colder weather sets in. Use pine cones, peanut butter, and bird seed to make a delicious bird treat that you can hang in trees where you live. After making your bird treat, gather some delicious treats for yourself at the Library’s Cookie Walk! Proceeds from cookie sales benefit the Cragsmoor Free Library.

Pre-registration is NOT required. Info: 845-6474611; nancy@cragsmoorfreelibrary.info. Cragsmoor Free Library, Cragsmoor.

10am Winter Open House. Free hot chocolate and a fixings bar as well as community card making.

There will be a special musical story hour with Ms. Kelley at 10:30 AM and a performance by members of the Evergreen Chorus at 11:30 AM. All ages welcome. Info: 845-338-7881. Town of Ulster Public Library, 860 Ulster Ave., Kingston.

10am-2pm 2nd Annual Festival of Wreaths Vendor & Craft Fair. This event is a fundraiser for M.C. Smith Elementary School PTO. There will be shopping, a bake sale, photos with Santa, 50/50 & more! Info: 518-828-4360; mcsespto@hudsoncsd. org. Montgomery C. Smith Elementary School, 102 Harry Howard Ave, Hudson.

10am-5pm FroZendale 2019. It’s that special day of the year where Main Street shops offer discounts, warm drinks, food, craft vendors, music, good cheer and tote bags. The day starts with a story hour at The Rosendale Library at 10am. The Rosendale Theatre offers a free screening of An American Tail at 11am. There’s a special group of craft vendors in RosenSpace located behind the Big Cheese for gifts and great locally made items. The day’s events end at The Big Cheese Mac & Cheese contest at 5pm!

Anyone can enter. Info: FroZendale2011@gmail. com. Main Street, Rosendale.

10am-4pm 2019 Annual Holiday Fair and Craft Show. Locally handmade items and crafts. Author reading for children at 10:30am. Piano with Lisa at 10:30am and Ukelele group at 1pm. Olive Free Library, 4033 Rte. 28A, West Shokan.

10:30am Special Story Hour. Listen to stories about winter, learn some interesting facts, sing songs, play musical instruments, make a craft and have a snack. Also, enjoy free hot chocolate with a fixings bar. The Evergreen Chorus will perform at 11:30 a.m. at our Winter Open House. Info: 845-338-7881. Town of Ulster Public Library, 860 Ulster Ave., Kingston.

10:30am-1pm Open Studio: Bookmaking with Artist Jenny Hutchinson. Participants will learn to make a decorative artist book used for presenting special mementos, pictures, or as a perfect holiday gift. The Hyde Collection, 161 Warren Street, Glens Falls. Info: 518-792-1761, frontofhouse@hydecollection.org, hydecollection.org. RSVP 518-792-1761 ext. 350.

10:30am-4pm Thomas Cole National Historic Site Guided Tours. Tours run Friday through Sunday through December 15. They begin every hour on the hour from 11am-3pm. Each tour is limited to twelve people and lasts approximately 45 minutes. Tickets: $12; free/students, seniors 62+ & Veterans. Thomas Cole National Historic Site, 218 Spring St, Catskill. thomascole.org.

10:30am-11:30am Silent Vigil for Global Peace & Non-Violence. Sponsored by The Kingston Women in Black. Meet outside Cornell St PO. Cornell St PO, Kingston.

11am-6pm Scribner’s Market. Shop for holiday gifts + more from some of our favorite Northeast friends and makers. Scribner’s Catskill Lodge, 13 Scribner Hollow Rd, Hunter. Info: 3475065081, rebecca@scribnerslodge.com, scribnerslodge.com.

11am-4pm 31st Annual Community Holiday Dinner. A vegetarian Italian feast complete with gifts, musical entertainment and perhaps a visit from Santa Claus! Zen Mountain Monastery, 871 Plank Rd, Mount tremper. Info: 845-6882228, mro@mro.org, zmm.org/our-programs2/674/31st-annual-dana-dinner. Free.

11am-3pm A Gilded Age Christmas. Enjoy lavish turn-of-the-century style holiday decora-

10am-4pm 1st Annual Saugerties Christmas Craft Fair. A variety of vendors that have products and gifts for everyone on your shopping list. Free to all. This 2-day event will be held indoors so you’ll stay nice and warm! Stop by Orchid Lane Boutique’s Booth with your kids to make some reindeer food!

Keep an eye out for who will be at the event and what to expect. Frank D. Greco Memorial Senior Citizens Center, 207 Market St, Saugerties.

10am-4pm 3rd Annual Holiday Affair Vendor and Craft Show. Ramada, 542 Route 9, Fishkill.

10am-11:30am Aleph/Bet Class. (Grades k-2.)

Jewish learning, dancing, and more! Led by renowned artist and choreographer Susan Slotnick and rabbinical scholar Rabbi Bill. Once a month on Saturday morning. Free. Info: 845-255-9817; npshul@hvc.rr.com. Jewish Congregation of New Paltz Community Center, 30 N. Chestnut St, New Paltz.

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16 tions while touring the mansion. Tickets: $8, $6/ seniors & students, children 12 & under are free.

Info: 845-889-8851; parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/25/ details.aspx. Staatsburg State Historic Site, 75 Mills Mansion Drive Rd 1, Staatsburg.

11am-2pm A Rhinecliff Holiday Day. Help make a gigantic wreath for the community to be displayed in the center of Rhinecliff. Bring gloves. There will also be individual wreath making inside the Firehouse. The Rhinecliff Fire Truck will take Santa for a ride and he will visit children and share goodies and packages (for children ages 3-12). A suggested donation of $5.00 or a can of food for the local food pantry is appreciated. Rhinecliff Firehouse, corner of Shatzell & Orchard, Rhinecliff.

11am A Christmas Carol Kids’ Show - Hampstead Stage. A live kid-size show presented by Hampstead Stage Company. Join us after the show for treats and a visit from Santa! Fall ticket special!

All seats $8.00. Info & tickets: centerforperformingarts.org. The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Rt 308, Rhinebeck.

11am-12:30pm An American Tail at FroZendale. A 1986 animated adventure film telling the story of Fievel Mousekewitz and his family as they emigrate from Russian Ukraine to the U.S. Admission is free. Info: FroZendale2011@gmail. com. Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main St, Rosendale.

Info: 845-658-8989, info@rosendaletheatre.org, rosendaletheatre.org.

11am-2pm Santa’s Coming to Town! Join us for pictures with Santa. Info: 845-338-2800; woodstockharley.com. Woodstock Harley Davidson, 949 State Route 28, Kingston.

11am-2pm Pop-Up w/ Red Kill Mountain Homestead Farms. Red Kill Mountain Homestead Farms is a small-batch artisan food company based in Delaware County, New York. Our mission is to protect the recipes and life-ways of the homestead generations before us. Our line of Wild Mountain Goods are small-batch, handmade items that preserve the sweetness of nature. Info: 845-5864177; hgom.net. Home Goods of Margaretville, 784 Main St, Margaretville.

11am-4pm Holiday Craft Show. Come shop over 100 local food, crafts and art vendors highlighting Hudson Valley handmade products. Free admission and parking. Majed J. Nesheiwat Convention Center, 14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie.

Info: 845-454-5800, chance@icetimesports.org, midhudsonciviccenter.org.

11am-6pm Little Light of Mine @ Village Candle.

Hours: Wed - Sun, 11am - 6pm. Village Candle, 8 South Chestnut St, New Paltz. Info: nplittlelightcandle.com; 845-800-1819.

11am-1pm Teen Gaming. Three computers with League of Legends installed. Bring your own laptop.

Town of Esopus Library, 128 Canal St, Port Ewen.

Info: 845-338-5580, organizedmode@gmail.com, esopuslibrary.org.

11:30am-3:30pm Empty the Shelters. Thanks to the BISSELL Pet Foundation, all pet adoptions will be $25. Info: 845-331-5377; info@ucspca.org. Ulster County SPCA, Kingston.

12pm-1:30pm Holiday Party with Roger & Lenny.

Join Roger & Lenny for a sing along of favorite pop holiday tunes. Goodies to eat. Free and open to the public. NorthEast-Millerton Library, 75 Main St, Millerton. nemillertonlibrary.org.

12pm-5pm Annual Jingle & Mingle Event. Festive wines, cocktails, local eats. Live music, pop-up shops, photo-booth. Festive attire encouraged!

This event is free to attend and is kid-friendly. Info: 845-795-5473. Nostrano Vineyards, 14 Gala Ln, Milton. nostranovineyards.com.

12pm-4pm Historical Society of Woodstock’s Annual Holiday Exhibit and Sale. An opening reception will start at 3pm. Hot cider, chili, and homemade refreshments will be available. See artwork related to music and a display of 20th century holiday cards created by Woodstock artists.

The sale offers hand-knit hats, mittens, scarves, homemade jam, local maple syrup, soap, jewelry, baked goods, and locally inspired books, cards, and maps. Buy a tax deductible gift and support the Historical Society at the same time. Info: 845-679-2256. Eames House / Historical Society of Woodstock, 20 Comeau Drive, Woodstock, NY. historicalsocietyofwoodstock.org.

12pm-6pm Sunflower Craft + Flea. An Indoor Charitable Experience. All proceeds to Sunflower Art Studio, a non-profit arts organization dedicated to building visibility and accessiblity to the arts in the hudson valley. $10 Minimum Spend/ Suggested Donation. Info: 845-419-5219; michaele@ sunflowerartstudios.community. Sunflower Art Studio, 2694 US-44, Gardiner. sunflowerartstudios.community.

12pm Athens Victorial Stroll. Activities for the entire family! Tentative schedule. There will be a free horse-drawn trolley, hay wagon & motorized trolley rides from 1-5pm, historic house tours 1-4pm and caroling & tree lighting at 4:45 at the riverfront park. Pick up a final schedule and map at the Athens Cultural Center. All events will be throughout the village of Athens. Info: athensculturalcenter.org.

12pm-6pm Private Astrological Readings with astrologer Alexander Mallon. By appointment.

Please provide us with birth date, place and time of birth upon registration. Info: 845-679-2100.

679-2100. $75 for one hour session; $125 for 90 minutes. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. $125/90 minutes, $75/1 hour.

12:30pm-6:45pm Tarot Readings and Intuitive Guidance every Saturday with Stephanie. Walkins warmly welcome or call for appointment. Info: 845-679-2100. Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. $30/30minutes.

12:45pm-1:30pm New Paltz Women in Black Vigil for Peace. Held in front of the Elting Library, corner of Main and North Front Streets. Vigil is

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1pm-4pm 4th Annual Santa Run - Marlboro Hose Co. #1. Santa will be at the Marlboro Elementary School, then ride through the village of Marlboro between 1:15 pm and 3:30 pm. Santa Claus Lane will consist of the following streets: Western Ave, West St, Grand St, Church St, Orchard St, Bloom St, Hudson Terr, Highland Ave (between Western and South Sts) and Jackson Ave. Please join Santa back at the Firehouse at 3:30. Marlboro Elementary School, 1380 US 9W, Marlboro.

1pm-3pm Ernest Shaw Gallery Talk & Kaffeeklatsch. Ernest Shaw to talk about his multilayered works in the solo exhibition “Photodrawings.”

Join us for coffee, sweets and inspiration. cpw. buzz/2RukUK2.

1pm Val-Kill Christmas Tours. Come see the ValKill decorated for the holiday season. Open Thursday through Monday for tours at 1:00 and 3:00. Free admission, today only. Info: 845-229-9422; nps.gov/ elro/index.htm. Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site, 54 Valkill Park Road, Hyde Park.

1pm-4pm East Fishkill Historical Society 3rd Annual Holiday Tea. Join us for 2 seatings of our popular holiday tea at 1pm & 3pm. Enjoy assorted teas, finger sandwiches, and desserts served on fine holiday china. Period music, and holiday greenery will welcome you as you enjoy time spent with friends or family at one of our beautifully decorated tables. Tickets: $20 per adult, $15 children under 12. Info & reservations: 845-221-6123. Brinckerhoff House Historic Site, 68 N Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction.

1pm Yuletide Tea. Take a tour of the mansion and enjoy fine tea, finger sandwiches, homemade cakes and cookies at our festive holiday event. Reservations required. Tickets: $35. Info: 845-876-4818; wilderstein.org. Wilderstein Historic Site, 330 Morton Rd, Rhinebeck.

1pm-3pm Vanaver Caravan Presents Into the Light. A multicultural holiday extravaganza, with Arm of the Sea Theater’s giant puppets. The show celebrates worldly holiday traditions. Tickets: Adults $20, Children $10. Info: kaatsbaan.org.

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park for Dance, 120 Broadway, Tivoli. Info: 845-256-9300, vcoffice@vanavercaravan.org.

2pm Elf The Musical Jr. Directed by Amy Schaffer and Deana Solomon, this musical comedy follows Buddy the Elf on his quest to find his true identity.

Tickets will be sold at the door. Marlboro Middle School, 1375 Rte 9W, Marlboro. $10, $5/student.

2pm Gingerbread House Decorating. Sign up required at 845-254-4222; pihlibrary@gmail.com.

Morton Memorial Library, Pine Hill, NY, 22 Elm St, Pine Hill.

2pm-6pm Sassafras Mercantile Holiday Party.

Vendors! Music! Wine and Herbal Sips! Free admission! Info: sassafrasnewyork@gmail.com.

Sassafras Mercantile, 37 Broadway, Kingston.

2pm Fa la la la la Holiday Sing-a-long with Miss Maggie. Join Miss Maggie as she plays guitar and leads us in festive holiday songs. Hot cocoa and snacks afterwards. Starr Library, 68 West Market St, Rhinebeck. starrlibrary.org.

2pm New Paltz Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker.

Giant fighting mice, sugar plum fairies, and huge toy soldiers will soon be dancing in this classic ballet about a little girl and her special Christmas gift. Sponsored by Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union. Tickets: $34/adult, $31/student, $29/member. Info: 845-473-2072; 845-3396088. Bardavon 1869 Opera House, 35 Market St, Poughkeepsie.

2pm-3:30pm Introduction to Meditation and Tibetan Buddhism. Taught by KTD’s lamas , this class offers brief, basic meditation instruction combined with a presentation setting meditation in the wider context of the practices and principles of the Karma Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism.

Time will be set aside for questions from the participants. The class is free of charge, and preregistration is not required. Info: managingdirector@ kagyu.org or 845-679-1091. Karma Triyana Dharmachakra, 335 Meads Mountain Rd, Woodstock.

2pm-4pm The Nutcracker. Featuring students of Victoria Rinaldi, and local children and adults.

Catskill Mountain Foundation, 7971 Main Street, Hunter. Info: 518-263-2000, cmf@catskillmtn.org, catskillmtn.org/ev. $7 students.

2pm Woodstock Poetry Society and Festival. A Woodstock Second Saturday event featuring guest poets. For info contact Phillip Levine at 845-2468565 or pprod@mindspring.com. The Golden Notebook, 29 Tinker St, Woodstock. woodstockpoetry.com.

3pm A Christmas Carol. Directed by Diana di Grandi, adapted by Lou Trapani with musical direction by Paul & JoAnne Schubert. Info & tickets: centerforperformingarts.org. The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Rt 308, Rhinebeck. $27.

3pm-4pm The Puppet People: Wizard of Oz. We’re bringing Unison to the New Paltz High School Auditorium! The Duzine/Lenape PTA are co-sponsoring another great show for kids & family! New Paltz High School, 130 South Putt Corners Road, New Paltz. Info: 845-255-1559, info@unisonarts.org, / bit.ly/2qS8osv. $10/Kids 12 & Under, $15/Adults.

3pm Newburgh Open Movement. Time and space for people of all walks of life to come together and enjoy three hours playful dancing, deep listening and mindful movement. 3–4PM: Movement Workshop with Ophra Wolf. 4–6PM: Open Movement Jam with live music. Open to all ages, creeds, abilities, colors, shapes and sizes. Safe Harbors Lobby at the Ritz, 107 Broadway, Newburgh, NY 12550, Newburgh. safe-harbors.org.

3pm-7:30pm A Christmas at Boscobel with the Putnam Chorale. Performing 19th-century holiday music in Boscobel’s Grand Entrance Hall. Three

performances: 3:00pm, 4:30pm, 6:30pm. Boscobel House and Gardens, 1601 Route 9D, Garrison. Info: 845-265-3638, info@boscobel.org, tinyurl.com/ y2vxqkt9. $16 - $26.

3pm-4pm Book Talk: Making a Life. A conversation with Author Melanie Falick and Drop Forge & Tool’s Katharine Daugherty. Join us for an afternoon of conversation about the joy of making and the power it has to give our lives authenticity and meaning. Hudson Hall, 327 Warren St, Hudson.

Info: katharine@dropforgeandtool.com, bit. ly/2JDNcx0.

3pm-5pm Holiday Lights on Ice. Join us for a family-friendly holiday show on the ice featuring performances by local families and special guests. Majed J. Nesheiwat Convention Center, 14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie. Info: 845-454-5800, chance@ icetimesports.org, midhudsonciviccenter.org. $15.

4pm-6pm Opening Reception: The Infinite Lawn.

New photographic work from Tara Fracalossi, Hudson Valley artist’s Archive series, based on Calvino’s novel Mr. Palomar. Through January 27, 2020.

Info: 845-757-1155; halfmoonusedbooks@gmail. com. Half Moon Books Tivoli, 48 Broadway, Tivoli.

4pm-6pm The Light Will Return: Poems for the Solstice. Featuring: Catherine Arra reading from Women in Parentheses. Tina Barry, reading from Beautiful Raft. Jo Sarzotti, reading from Waiting from Achilles. Ana C.H. Silva, reading from One Cupped Hand Above the Other. The Poetry Barn, 1693 State Route 28A, West Hurley. poetrybarn. co/at-the-barn/the-light-returns.

4pm-6pm Vanaver Caravan Presents Into the Light. A multicultural holiday extravaganza, with Arm of the Sea Theater’s giant puppets. The show celebrates worldly holiday traditions. Tickets: Adults $20, Children $10. Info: kaatsbaan.org.

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park for Dance, 120 Broadway, Tivoli. Info: 845-256-9300, vcoffice@vanavercaravan.org.

4:30pm-5:30pm Challenging Contra Dance.

What to expect? New moves, unusual choreography, no-walk through dances, medleys..plus great music and a great time! Clinton Community Library. $10 Admissions, $5 Student ID. 5pm-7pm Jingle Jam 2019 Scrimmage. Two gender inclusive teams will go head-to-head in a WFTDA rule set scrimmage. Proceeds benefit Toys for Tots! Info: info@midhudsonmisfits.com. Skate Time 209, 5164 Rt. 209, Accord. midhudsonmisfits. com. $5-$12.

5pm-8pm Christmas at the Edmonstons: A Colonial Christmas. See one of New Windsor’s oldest existing homes, and headquarters to General Gates and General St. Clare, decorated as it would have been during the final years of the Revolutionary War. There will be an open hearth cooking demonstration. Each evening there will be candlelight tours of the house and grounds and light refreshments by the fire. Free, but donations are greatly appreciated. Info: 845-926-6290; ntha1783@ gmail.com. Historic Edmonston House, 1042 Route 94, New Windsor.

5pm-8pm Live Nativity. We’ll have actors, real animals, carolers, hot chocolate and more. It’s a fun event for the whole family and a good reminder of the true reason we celebrate Christmas. Info: 845-382-2288; graceoffice@grace4ulster.org.

Grace4Ulster, 160 Seremma Ct, Lake Katrine.

5pm-8pm Christmas with the Ellisons. Tour the elegantly appointed 1754 Ellison house decorated for Christmas and staffed by Revolutionary War era costumed interpreters. Info: 845-561-1765, ext. 22.

Knox’s Headquarters State Historic Site, 289 Forge Hill Road, Vails Gate.

5pm-9pm Beacon Second Saturday. A city-wide celebration of the arts held on the second Saturday of every month where galleries and shops stay open until 9pm, most of which are right along Main Street. In addition to displaying art from around the globe, the event often includes free gallery talks, live music, and wine tasting. Beaconarts.org. Downtown Beacon, Main Street, Beacon.

5:30pm-7pm Phoenicia Festival of the Voice Christmas Caroling Thru Main St. Join us for caroling and hot cider down the festive, wintry Main Street of Phoenicia. Bring a lantern and your holiday cheer! Main St, Phoenicia.

6pm-9pm Holiday Gala Art Show and Sale. A silent auction with goods, products, and services from generous supporters in our community is waiting for your bid. Info: 845-419-2208. Roost Studios & Art Gallery, 69 Main St, New Paltz.

6:30pm-8:30pm Platte Clove Christmas Carol Sing-Along and Tree Lighting. Join us to gather around a tree full of candles to sing favorite Christmas carols. Light a candle on the tree to express wishes or prayers for the season. Christmas refreshments. Hosted by Bruderhof Communities. RSVP: 518-589-5103. 2255 Platte Clove Rd, Elka Park.

7pm Elf The Musical Jr. Directed by Amy Schaffer and Deana Solomon, this musical comedy follows Buddy the Elf on his quest to find his true identity.

Tickets will be sold at the door. Marlboro Middle School, 1375 Rte 9W, Marlboro. $10, $5/student.

7pm-10pm Tom DePetris Quartet w/ Guest Vocalist Nancy Donnelly. Jazz, Blues, Brazilian & original music. Lou Pappas bass, Jim Carroll drums, Charles Frommer sax, Tom on guitar. Lydia’s Cafe, 7 Old US 209, Stone Ridge. Info: 845-687-6373, mark@lydiasdeli.com, lydias-cafe.com. Donation Requested.

7pm-10:30pm Elks Lounge Dance Night. Dance to a vibrant mix of R&B, Latin, Disco, Rock, your song requests. Delicious complimentary snacks & full cash bar. Informal & friendly. Beacon Elks Lodge, 900 Wolcott Avenue, Beacon. Info: 845-765-0667, rhodaja@optonline.net, bit.ly/2sbwfEh. $10.

7pm-9pm Rhinebeck Choral Club Winter Concert. Christmas at the movies. Rhinebeck Reformed Church, 6368 Mill St Rt9, Rhinebeck NY. Info: 518-537-2884, taylor.susan33@gmail. com, facebook.com/event. Donations Welcome.

Dec. 12, 2019 7pm Catskill Jazz Factory’s Dan Tepfer: Natural Machines. Tepfer explores the intersection between the natural and mechanical by programming a Yamaha Disklavier to respond in real time to the music he improvises at the piano, while another program turns the music into stunning animated visual art. Tickets: $25/Patron, $40/ Premium. Hudson Hall, 327 Warren St, Hudson. hudsonhall.org/catskill-jazz-factory-dan-tepfernatural-machines.

7pm-9pm It’s A Wonderful Life. The beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. Shadowland Stages, 157 Canal Street, Ellenville. Info: 845-647-5511, info@shadowlandstages.org, shadowlandstages. org/2. 31-39.

7pm-8:30pm Full Moon Crystal Sound Healing Ceremony with Pyramids and Singing Bowls.

The sound of Crystal Singing induces deep cellular healing within the meditation state with Lea Garnier. Sage Academy of Sound Energy, 6 Deming Street, Woodstock. Info: 845-679-5650, sagehealingcenter@gmail.com, sageacademyofsoundenergy. com. $20.

7pm-8pm Latin Dance for Everyone. Meets every Saturday, 7-8pm. $5/suggested donation. Info: 845-331-5300; LGBTQCenter.org. Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center, 300 Wall St, Kingston. lgbtqcenter.org.

7:30pm-10pm Hannukah Concert and Dance Party. Pops & the Weasels featuring Tom “Pops” Colello on sax & vocals and Nate Brenowitz on conga and rrumpet. Everyone is welcome. Woodstock Jewish Congregation, 1682 Glasco Turnpike, Woodstock. Info: 845-679-2218, info@wjcshul.org, wjcshul.org. free.

7:30pm New Paltz Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker. Giant fighting mice, sugar plum fairies, and huge toy soldiers will soon be dancing in this classic ballet about a little girl and her special Christmas gift. Sponsored by Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union. Tickets: $34/adult, $31/student, $29/member. Info: 845-473-2072; 845-339-6088. Bardavon 1869 Opera House, 35 Market St, Poughkeepsie.

7:30pm-10pm Walkabout Clearwater Chorus and Coffeehouse. Featuring Tom Chapin. Memorial United Methodist Church - White Plains, 250 Bryant Avenue, White Plains. Info: norma. moshman@gmail.com, walkaboutchorus.org. $30 at the door.

7:30pm Greene Room Players Songbirds Present Christmas Songs. Directed by Linda Nicholls. Free will offering. Center Church Civic Center, Main Street, Windham.

7:30pm-9:30pm The Nutcracker. Featuring students of Victoria Rinaldi, and local children and adults. Catskill Mountain Foundation, 7971 Main Street, Hunter. Info: 518-263-2000, cmf@ catskillmtn.org, catskillmtn.org/ev. $25; $20 seniors; $7 students At the Door: $30; $25 seniors; $7 students.

8pm-11pm Byrdcliffe Winter Solstice with Happy Traum and Friends. This year’s line-up includes Happy Traum, Cindy Cashdollar, Josh Colow, Zach Djanikian, Amy Helm, Byron Isaacs, Eric Parker, Eugene Ruffolo, John Sebastian, and some special guests. Proceeds from the event support Byrdcliffe’s ongoing work as a center for the arts in the Hudson Valley. Tickets & info: woodstockplayhouse.org. Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild, 36 Tinker St, Woodstock.

8pm Live @ The Falcon: Abbey Road: A Tribute.

Producer and bassist, Scott Petito assembles a world class ensemble, with some of the most well-respected musicians working today, to interpret the timeless music of the Beatles’ eleventh studio album..

Info: 845-236-7970. The Falcon Main Stage, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

8pm A Christmas Carol. Directed by Diana di Grandi, adapted by Lou Trapani with musical direction by Paul & JoAnne Schubert. Info & tickets: centerforperformingarts.org. The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Rt 308, Rhinebeck. $27.

8pm-10pm A Holiday Celebration. Holiday music, poetry, theatre and good cheer abound! Come join us and help support the historic library. Food and drink available. A suggested $10 contribution will be most appreciated. All proceeds will go to the library. Morton Memorial Library, 82 Kelly St, Rhinecliff.

8pm-10:30pm Neil Berg’s Broadway Holiday Show. This show brings Broadway’s finest stars and greatest songs together for an unforgettable holiday performance! Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center, 1351 Kings Hwy, Sugar Loaf. Info: info@ omeevents.com. ‘+ Fees.

8pm Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild presents Winter Solstice 2019 with Happy Traum & Friends. Curated and hosted by New York folk star Happy Traum, the Solstice Concert features favorite musicians singing a combination of holiday and American classics. Tickets: $27-$67. Woodstock Playhouse, 103 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. woodstockplayhouse.org.

8pm-10pm Trivia Night At Chic’s Restaurant and Bar. Chic’s Restaurant and Bar, 226 Kingston Plaza, Kingston.

9pm Classic Rock Show & Dance Party. Featuring “Old School” performing spot-on tributes to Arena giants Journey, Foreigner, AC/DC, Bon Jovi, Van Halen, Zeppelin, Stones, etc.. Admission: $8 singles, $15/couples. Ole Savannah, 100 Rondout Landing, Kingston.

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The Polar Express Train Ride. Take a magical trip to the North Pole while reading along with

Dec. 12, 2019 the classic children’s book. Santa and his Elves board the train add to the memories made on this unforgettable adventure. Call for ride times and availability. Runs Nov. 16-Dec. 28. Tickets & Info: 845-332-4854; catskillmountainrailroad.com/ event/the-polar-express. Catskill Mountain Railroad (CMRR), Westbrook Lane Station, 55 Plaza Rd, Kingston.

8am-12pm Pancake Breakfast Buffet. Join us for buffet style pancake breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, and toast. Cost: $8/adults, $7/seniors and $4/kids under 12. Port Ewen Volunteer Fire Department, 161 Broadway, Port Ewen. Port Ewen Fire Department Headquarters, 129 Legion Court, Port Ewen.

9am-4pm 10th Annual Skiing & Riding Santa Day at Windham Mountain. Info: 518-734-4300.

Windham Mountain, 33 Clarence D. Lane Rd, Windham.

9:30am FDR Christmas Tours. See the FDR estate decorated for the holiday season. Open daily for tours at 9:30am, 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Info: 845-229-5320; nps.gov/hofr/index.htm. Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site, 4097 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park.

9:30am-12:30pm Morning Multiple Scenic Views Hike at Minnewaska. Hike along Lake Minnewaska and Beacon Hill. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.

Minnewaska Preserve, Gardiner. parks.ny.gov/ parks/127.

10am-4pm Holiday Pottery Sale. Shop for some unique handcrafted gifts for the home and garden.

Stephen Fabrico Designs, 76 Church St, Bloomington. Email: 845-331-4760; stephenfabrico@ gmail.com.

10am-4pm Boscobel Holiday Tours. The mansion will be decorated for 19th-century holidays. Guides share stories of Yuletide traditions past. Boscobel House and Gardens, 1601 Route 9D, Garrison. boscobel.org/events/guided-house-tours.

10am Vanderbilt Mansion Christmas Tours.

See the Vanderbilt home decorated for the holiday season. Open daily for tours at 10:00, 12:00, 2:00, and 3:00. Info: 845-229-7770; nps.gov/vama/ index.htm. Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site, Hyde Park.

10am-4pm 1st Annual Saugerties Christmas Craft Fair. A variety of vendors that have products and gifts for everyone on your shopping list. Free to all. This 2-day event will be held indoors so you’ll stay nice and warm! Stop by Orchid Lane Boutique’s Booth with your kids to make some reindeer food!

Keep an eye out for who will be at the event and what to expect. Frank D. Greco Memorial Senior Citizens Center, 207 Market St, Saugerties.

10:30am-4pm Thomas Cole National Historic Site Guided Tours. Tours run Friday through Sunday through December 15. They begin every hour on the hour from 11am-3pm. Each tour is limited to twelve people and lasts approximately 45 minutes. Tickets: $12; free/students, seniors 62+ & Veterans. Thomas Cole National Historic Site, 218 Spring St, Catskill. thomascole.org.

10:30am-12:30pm Open Meditation. Shambhala Meditation is based on the premise that the natural state of the mind is calm and clear. It’s a practice that anyone can do. Free/donations appreciated.

Sky Lake Lodge, 22 Hillcrest Ln, Rosendale.

11am-4pm Scribner’s Market. Shop for holiday gifts + more from some of our favorite Northeast friends and makers. Scribner’s Catskill Lodge, 13 Scribner Hollow Rd, Hunter. Info: 3475065081, rebecca@scribnerslodge.com, scribnerslodge.com.

11am-2pm Sunday Brunch @ the Falcon: Big Joe Fitz & The Lo-Fis. Soulful, swinging, pre-rock era blues and more. Info: 845-236-7970. The Falcon Main Stage, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro. live@ thefalcon.com.

11am-3pm A Gilded Age Christmas. Enjoy lavish turn-of-the-century style holiday decorations while touring the mansion. Tickets: $8, $6/ seniors & students, children 12 & under are free.

Info: 845-889-8851; parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/25/ details.aspx. Staatsburg State Historic Site, 75 Mills Mansion Drive Rd 1, Staatsburg.

11am-3pm Sunday Funday. Open recreation! Pool table, Foosball and ping pong. Meets every Sunday.

Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St, Pine Hill. pinehillcommunitycenter.org. FREE. 11am-12pm Conversations Over Coffee. An open forum for discussions and opinions of topics relevant to the world around us. The Crafted Kup, 44 Raymond Ave, Poughkeepsie. Info: 845-242-6546, cocpoughkeepsie@gmail.com, bit.ly/2xYW0bq.

12pm-4pm Historical Society of Woodstock’s Annual Holiday Exhibit and Sale. An opening reception will start at 3pm. Hot cider, chili, and homemade refreshments will be available. See artwork related to music and a display of 20th century holiday cards created by Woodstock artists.

The sale offers hand-knit hats, mittens, scarves, homemade jam, local maple syrup, soap, jewelry, baked goods, and locally inspired books, cards, and maps. Buy a tax deductible gift and support the Historical Society at the same time. Info: 845-679-2256. Eames House / Historical Society of Woodstock, 20 Comeau Drive, Woodstock, NY. historicalsocietyofwoodstock.org.

12pm-4pm Community Chili Lunch. Come for a bowl of our “best Chili ever”, stay for a carol sing.

At 3pm, the Saugerties Community Band Christmas Concert in Sanctuary. Reformed Church of Saugerties, 173 Main St, Saugerties. Info: 845-2462867, refsaug@yahoo.com, saugertiesreformed.org.

12pm-4pm Holiday Scavenger Hunt for Families. Start with a holiday tale by storyteller Lorraine Hartin-Gelardi then search the mansion’s decorated rooms, each featuring a hidden treasure. Tickets: $10/person, kids under 4 are free. Info: lgny.org.

Locust Grove Estate, 2683 South Road (Route 9), Poughkeepsie.

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ALMANAC WEEKLY 12pm Oncology Support Programs of Health Alliance Hospital. WMC Health offers emotional support, wellness, integrative and healing arts programs for people affected by cancer including cancer support groups for women of all ages, young women, men, caregivers, women with ovarian cancer, & people living with metastatic. Info, times and dates: 845-339-2071; oncology.support@hahv. org; hahv.org/service/cancer-support-program.

Herbert H. and Sofia P. Reuner Cancer Support House, 80 Mary’s Ave, Kingston.

12:30pm Holiday Music & Song. The Singing Anchors and Emmy Award Winners Benita Zahn and Jerry Gretzinger. Accompanied by JAY KERR Performing A Cabaret of Holiday Tunes. Cabaret Style- Coffee, Desserts, and Cash Bar starting at 12:30 PM with show to follow. Cost:$30.00 RSVP by calling 845-514-0327. Hosted by The Immaculate Conception Church Foundation Board. Best Western, 503 Washington Ave, Kingston.

12:30pm-2:30pm Menorahs & Mocktails. Join the Jewish Women’s Circle as we celebrate a preHannukah event with a twist. Design and create your own exquisite granite menorah while enjoying mocktails and Hannukah treats. Info: 845-2460177; JWC@chabadulstercounty.org. Chabad Ulster County, 254 Lucas Ave, Kingston. Info: yyh824@ yahoo.com, bit.ly/2YpvUd8. Suggested donation $8.

12:30pm-6pm Voyager Tarot and Psychic Readings with Sarvananda. Walk-ins warmly welcome or call for appointment. Info: 845-679-2100.

Mirabai Bookstore, 23 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock. $50/ one hour, $30/30minutes.

12:30pm The Singing Anchors. Kingston Native and Capital TV newsman Jerry Gretzinger, along with his co-anchor Benita Zahn, perform an afternoon of holiday music and songs. Music accompaniment will be provided by Jay Kerr, who is a former NYC composer and lyricist. The $30 ticket covers coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and a wide variety of delicious desserts. There will also be a cash bar available. Info & Reservations: 845-514-0327. Best Western Plus, 503 Washington Avenue, Kingston.

12:55pm-3:30pm Bolshoi Ballet: The Nutcracker.

A screening of the Bolshoi Ballet’s Nutcracker in Cinemas in HD. The Moviehouse, 48 Main Street, Millerton. Info: 518-789-0022, events@themoviehouse.net, bit.ly/34CtbyH. Members: $16.

1pm-4pm Square Dance. Caller Kathy Anderson appears with the band called Clinton Hollow Boys.

Clinton Community Library. regular admissions, student id.

1pm Val-Kill Christmas Tours. Come see the Val-Kill decorated for the holiday season. Open Thursday through Monday for tours at 1:00 and 3:00. Info: 845-229-9422; nps.gov/elro/index.htm.

Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site, 54 Valkill Park Road, Hyde Park.

1pm-4pm Wilderstein Holiday House Tours.

Wilderstein will be decorated for the holiday season.

Tour at your own pace, with a guide in each room to share information. Tours run every Saturday and Sunday through 12/29. Tickets: $11/adults, $10/ students and seniors. Info: 845-876-4818; wilderstein.org. Wilderstein Historic Site, 330 Morton Rd, Rhinebeck.

1pm-3:30pm Pallet Christmas Tree Sign Workshop. Design and hand-paint your own pallet wood Christmas tree for the holidays. We have a large selection of holiday-themed templates for you to choose from. We’ll even add holiday lights for an extra festive tree. Cost: $45. Registration required.

Light snacks and refreshments provided. Info & registration: 845-876-2699; hvvrstudio@gmail. com. Hudson Valley Vintage, 23E. East Market Street, Rhinebeck.

1pm-3pm Vanaver Caravan Presents Into the Light. A multicultural holiday extravaganza, with Arm of the Sea Theater’s giant puppets. The show celebrates worldly holiday traditions. Tickets: Adults $20, Children $10. Info: kaatsbaan.org.

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park for Dance, 120 Broadway, Tivoli. Info: 845-256-9300, vcoffice@vanavercaravan.org.

1pm-5pm White Eagle Scholarship Dance.

Variety of music by The Internationals. $7.50/pp, admission includes refreshments. A Light lunch is available at low cost, Casual attire. Proceeds benefit the White Eagle Scholarship Fund.845-339-5685 for information and reservations. White Eagle Hall, 487 Delaware Ave, Kingston, NY. 1pm Elting Library Scrabble Club Meeting.

Scrabble sets and the Official Scrabble Player’s dictionary are provided. This club is intended for adult players 18 or older. Meets every Sunday, 1pm in a study room of the library. Elting Memorial Library, 93 Main Street, New Paltz.

1pm-2pm Silent Peace Vigil by Woodstock Women in Black. Village Green/Woodstock, Woodstock.

2pm A Winter’s Solstice Celebration. Benefit for the Children’s programs at Lumberyard & Catskill Community Center. Info: lumberyard.org.

2pm Elf The Musical Jr. Directed by Amy Schaffer and Deana Solomon, this musical comedy follows Buddy the Elf on his quest to find his true identity.

Tickets will be sold at the door. Marlboro Middle School, 1375 Rte 9W, Marlboro. $10, $5/student.

2pm The Nutcracker. A holiday tradition. Support your local arts and experience the magic! Tickets range from $15-$25. Info: 845-346-4195. The Paramount Theatre/Middletown, 17 South St, Middletown.

2pm-6pm Sassafras Mercantile Holiday Party.

Vendors! Music! Wine and Herbal Sips! Free admission! Info: sassafrasnewyork@gmail.com.

Sassafras Mercantile, 37 Broadway, Kingston.

2pm-5pm Warm up at LUMBERYARD: A Winter Solstice Celebration. Featuring a world class ensemble of musicians. Family-friendly. Tickets: $75 preferred seating ($50 tax receipt), $15 general admission, Kids under 16 are free with an adult.

Lumberyard - Contemporary Performing Arts, 62 Water Street, Catskill. web.ovationtix.com/trs/ pr/1021742.

2pm-4pm Musical Theater Workshop with Joshua Burrage. Int/Adv Dance Workshop with Broadway performer Joshua Burrage. Registration required. Info: 845-831-1870; info@balletartsstudio.com. Ballet Arts Studio, 107 Teller Ave, Beacon. balletartsstudio.com. $30.

2pm-4pm Crawford House Holiday Open House.

Come enjoy all the holiday decorations and listen to live carols sung by The Newburgh Chorale.

Info: 845-561-2585; newburghhistoricalsociety. com. Crawford House, 189 Montgomery Street, Newburgh.

2pm-4pm Chill with classical guitarist Andrew Baffi. Come on by and relax at the library. Andrew will be playing while you read your book, browse the Sunday Times, build on our community puzzle or work. Starr Library, 68 West Market St, Rhinebeck. starrlibrary.org.

2pm-4pm 2019 Holiday Cookie Swap. Bring 3 dozen cookies and plan to swap! It makes holiday baking a snap. Join us as we taste, socialize, and drink hot cocoa. Call 845-876-2903 for details.

Morton Memorial Library, 82 Kelly St, Rhinecliff.

2pm-5pm Sip and Soap to Benefit Pets Alive.

Hosted by Sherri’s Heirloom Soap. The workshop begins with a demo of the soap-making process.

Each person will make their own bar of soap.

Tapped Craft Beer and Restaurant, 22 Henry Street, Middletown. Info: 845-386-9738, info@petsalive. org. Advance Tickets Required.

2pm-4pm The Nutcracker. Featuring students of Victoria Rinaldi, and local children and adults.

Orpheum Film & Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street, Tannersville. Info: 518-263-2000, cmf@catskillmtn.org, catskillmtn.org/ev. $25; $20 seniors; $7 students.

2:30pm-3:30pm Cozy Cocoa Cookie Party. For families with children 4-7 years of age. Come wearing your coziest pajamas and decorate a cookie with friends. Write a letter to Santa, sing-a-long to some favorite carols, sample some cocoa from our hot cocoa bar and listen to a fun, holiday story.

Admission is free. Info: 845-236-7272. Marlboro Library, 1251 Rte 9W, Marlboro.

3pm-5pm Winter Songfest. James Bagwell conducts this special holiday program featuring works by Berlioz, Bach, excerpts from Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, and more. Fisher Center at Bard, 60 Manor Avenue, Annandale-on-Hudson.

Info: 845-758-7900, fishercenter@bard.edu, bit. ly/2RESqgH. $20.

3pm Booksigning: Elaine Pagels. Author of “Why Religion?” Info: 845-679-8000. The Golden Notebook, 29 Tinker St, Woodstock. goldennotebook. com.

3pm Lessons & Carols. Kairos presents a lovely and meditative part of the Advent season. It prepares for Christmas and offers a contemplative respite from the hectic run-up to holiday celebrations. There will be a festive reception following the service. All are welcome, regardless of religious affiliation (or lack thereof ). Info: 845-256-9114.

Holy Cross Monastery, Route 9W, West Park. kairosconsort.org.

3pm-6pm Candlelight Tours of Clermont.

Tableaux Vivant of Christmas traditions through the ages, glittering decorations, wassail and traditional holiday goodies served in the historic kitchen.

Tickets required. Cost: adults $12, children 12 and under $5. Info: 518-537-4240. . Clermont State Historical Site, Germantown.

3pm-6pm Mount Gulian Historic Site Festive Holiday Tours. Unwind during the busy holiday season by joining us for a close-to-home, relaxing time of cheer, food and ompany. The homestead’s rooms will be decorated in different holiday fashions. In addition to tours, holiday wassail and desserts will be served with our compliments. At 4:30pm, visitors will be entertained by local storyteller, Lorraine Hartin Gelardi. Tickets: $10/adult, $8/senior, $6/child. Info: 845-831-8172; mountgulian.org. Mount Gulian Historic Site, 145 Sterling Street, Beacon.

3pm A Christmas Carol. Directed by Diana di Grandi, adapted by Lou Trapani with musical direction by Paul & JoAnne Schubert. Info & tickets: centerforperformingarts.org. The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Rt 308, Rhinebeck. $27.

3pm-5pm SongClub with Debbie Lan. A drop in community singing event where the Audience is the Choir. Learn a song, harmonize, make a video.

No experience necessary. Unison Arts Center, 68 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz. Info: debbiemaxine@gmail.com, facebook.com/SongClub. no one turned away due to lack of funds.

3pm-5pm 16th annual Ponies and Toy Drive.

To benefit Family of New Paltz. Bring a new unwrapped toy for a child and receive a free pony or horse ride. Event held inside, rain/snow/sleet or shine, but please dress warm! Hot chocolate, holiday treats, holiday music! All Ages Welcome!

Info: 845-255-3220. Lucky C Stables, 31 Yankee Folly Rd, New Paltz. luckycstables.com.

3pm-5pm Dharma Film Series Presents Unmistaken Child. Documentary follows a young English-speaking Tibetan Buddhist monk searching rural Nepal for the reincarnation of his beloved teacher. Rosendale Theatre, 408 Main St, Rosendale. Info: 845-658-8989, info@rosendaletheatre. org, rosendaletheatre.org. $10.

3pm Winter Songfest: A Bard Holiday Tradition. James Bagwell, conductor. Bard Conservatory Orchestra with members of Bard Conservatory Graduate Vocal Arts Program, Bard College Symphonic Chorus, Bard College Chamber Singers, and Bard Preparatory Chorus. Tickets: $20. Info: fishercenter.bard.edu/events/bcom-winter-songfest-2019. Bard College, Sosnoff Theater, Annan-

dale-on-Hudson.

3pm Rhinebeck Choral Club Winter Concert.

Christmas at the movies. Rhinebeck Reformed Church, 6368 Mill St Rt9, Rhinebeck NY. Info: 518-537-2884, taylor.susan33@gmail.com, facebook.com/event. Donations Welcome.

3pm Woodstock Ultimate Disc. A free, casual, co-ed pickup game. Ongoing games - Tuesday, Thursday & Sundays at 3pm. See WoodstockUltimate.org for details. Athletic Fields, 98 Comeau Drive, Woodstock. woodstockultimate.org/.

3pm Reading and Meditation. Ongoing every Sunday night at 3pm. Info: matagiri.org; 845-6798322. Matagiri Sri Aurobindo Center, 1218 Wittenberg Rd, Mt. Tremper.

4pm-8pm WKNY 80th Anniversary Community Dinner and Dance. A throwback party featuring food and beverages from local restaurants and dancing to live music by Big Band Sound. Free for all. Andy Murphy Neighborhood Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston.

4pm-5pm God’s Love Made Visible. The 75th Annual Candlelight Service of the Christmas story includes the choir and instrumentals under the direction of Elaine Miller. Info: 845-454-1340; fbcpok@verizon.net. First Baptist Church, 164 South Cherry St, Poughkeepsie.

4pm-6pm Vanaver Caravan Presents Into the Light. A multicultural holiday extravaganza, with Arm of the Sea Theater’s giant puppets. The show celebrates worldly holiday traditions. Tickets: Adults $20, Children $10. Info: kaatsbaan.org.

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park for Dance, 120 Broadway, Tivoli. Info: 845-256-9300, vcoffice@vanavercaravan.org.

4pm-6pm Concerts at Christmastime. Classic Choral Singers with Janiece J. Kohler, Conductor.

First Presbyterian Church Goshen, 33 Park Place, Goshen. classicchoralsociety.org. free/goodwill donation.

4pm-8pm Sunday Supper. Remember the good old days when the family gathered around the table every Sunday for dinner? Carry on the tradition with Sunday Supper at Woodnotes Grille. Enjoy house made selections ranging from Prime Rib dinner, seasonal roasts, or chicken and dumplings for $21 per person! Call 845-688-2828 for reservations. The Emerson Resort and Spa, 5340 Rt 28, Mt. Tremper.

4pm-6pm Woodstock Community Drum Circle.

Sponsored by Birds of a Feather and Timekeeper Drums. Broadcast - Woodstock 104 at 8pm. All drummers, dancers are welcome. Meets every Sunday, 4-6pm. Admission is free, donations appreciated. At the community center when raining or cold, on the green when warm. Village Green/ Woodstock, Woodstock.

4:30pm The Joy of Christmas Carol Bell Choir.

Praise Band, Piano-Organ Duet, Carol Sing-Along.

All are welcome! Light Refreshment to Follow. Info: 860-899-6204. Milton Marlboro United Methodist Church, 112 Church St, Milton.

5pm Christmas Painting Night. Grab your friends and come for a super fun night of painting with Painting Parties by Tara. Tickets are $40 per person.

This includes all supplies needed, choices of red or white wine and of course some yummy snacks.

Reserve your spot at paypal.me/tarabachart. 87 Charles Bach Rd, Saugerties.

5pm-6pm Misrule & Mayhem: The Origins of American Christmas. Reynolds Scott-Childress presents a historical—and sometimes hilarious— recounting of origins of the United States’ modernday Christmas. Rough Draft Bar & Books, 82 John Street, Kingston. Info: 845-802-0027, roughdraftbar@gmail.com.

5pm-8pm 2019 Holiday Formal. In Flight Inc. announces an event for adults with Developmental Disabilities in the Hudson Valley. The Grandview, 176 Rinaldi Blvd, Poughkeepsie. Info: 845-8356060, jrodriquez@inflightinc.org, bit.ly/2negpGR. $40.

6pm-8pm “Santa Paws”. Pet photos with Santa will be taking place in Center Court. Bring your furry friends and make special memories during this one-time only event. Poughkeepsie Galleria, 2001 South Rd, Poughkeepsie. poughkeepsiegalleriamall.com.

6pm-7pm Meditation Session. Meets every Sunday at 6pm. Free and open to the public. Info: skylake.shambhala.org. Sky Lake Shambhala Meditation & Retreat Center, 22 Hillcrest Ln, Rosendale.

7pm Meeting of the Hudson Valley Humanists.

Annual HumanLight potluck dinner and celebration of humanist ideals will include songs and a celebration of the humanist ideals and values: Reason, Compassion, Hope and Humanity. Hudson Valley Humanists will be collecting toiletries and other necessities for Family of New Paltz. Info: auer1@att.net. New Paltz Community Center, 3 Veterans Dr /32 North, New Paltz.

7pm-9pm It’s A Wonderful Life. The beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. Shadowland Stages, 157 Canal Street, Ellenville. Info: 845-647-5511, info@shadowlandstages.org, shadowlandstages. org/2. 31-39.

7pm Storytelling with Janet Carter. Info: 845-246-5775. Free admission. Inquiring Minds Saugerties Bookstore, 65 Partition Street, Saugerties.

8pm Live @ The Falcon: David Amram Quintet.

Amram, the Renaissance man of American Music who still refers to himself as a “promising young composer”. Info: 845-236-7970. The Falcon Main Stage, 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

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POSITIONS AVAILABLE AT BUDDHIST MONASTERY: KITCHEN: Assist Kitchen Manager with food preparation for up to 75 people. Maintain clean & organized cooking & storage areas. All meals are vegetarian.

HOUSEKEEPER: Clean and prepare guest rooms and common areas. Some laundry.

Must have ability to lift up to 30 lbs. Visit www.kagyu.org or email: ktdapps@kagyu. org (Please include contact info) Court Clerk Position: Seeking a motivated and reliable individual that is able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Must have computer knowledge and customer service skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook a plus. This is a 40 hour a week position, must be available to work Tuesday and Wednesday evenings as needed. Starting pay is $15/hour plus benefits. Please send a resume to: New Paltz Justice Court, Attn: Resume, 23 Plattekill Avenue, New Paltz, NY 12561.

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beautiful Hudson & Park views from all major rooms. Fully staffed building, roof garden. Truly a one-of-a-kind home. Please go to douglaselliman.com web #3779206 for additional information. Contact: jfeuer@ elliman.com 917-969-7655.

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For Sale By Owner, 3-Bedroom House, Accord. Patio with above ground pool. New kitchen, finished family room with bath. $250,000. 845-253-0396 ZERO MAINTENANCE CHARGES FOR 2 YEARS: RIVERSIDE DRIVE/MANHATTAN. This turn-of-the-century gem features many unique period details; high ceilings, mahogany flooring & a perfect floor plan. Bright & sunny double corner w/western southern northern exposures affords you

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Kingston Rental: Rondout District Nonresidential loft for rent; beautifully restored entire third floor of former firehouse on Hone Street. Includes heat, electric, Wi-Fi, A/C with split unit and washroom on the second floor. Stable rent assured, $1,200/ mo. Security and references required. Contact Harris L. Safier, Assoc. RE Broker – Clement Brooks & Safier Team, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hudson Valley Properties 914.388.3351 mobile.

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HIGHLAND: LARGE 1-BEDROOM END UNIT. $1025/month heat & hot water included. Private, quiet neighborhood. Private parking. Next to Highland Town Hall/ Court on Church Street, near Rt. 9W. Minutes to SUNY New Paltz, Poughkeepsie Bridge, Metro North, Rt. 9 & hospitals. 1 month security. No smoking. No pets. 845453-0047.

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KINGSTON, NEW YORK Priced to sell!! This 4-bedroom, 2 bath Victorian home was at one point a 2-family home. With a little TLC one can enjoy all the original features of its time period: hardwood floors and railings. Roof is approximately 18 years old.

New Hot water heater and upgraded 200 Amp electric.

In close proximity to uptown Kingston, mid-town. Walking distance to restaurants, hospital, and UPAC. This listing brought to you by Kathy Shumay .............................................................. $159,000

SAUGERTIES, NEW YORK Multi-generation farmland first time offered for sale. This property, with land on two sides of Route 212, with sweeping views was selected for write up by National Geographic Magazine. Great Farmhouse on one side of the road with fields and level land with a stream and small Apartment.

Stone House waiting for restoration projects and multiple barns and outbuildings await next owners’ imagination. “Snyder Hill” has been the sleighing delight of children for years. Please contact Building Department for information regarding specific uses.

This listing brought to you by Blanca Aponte ...................................$1,150,000

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HUDSON, NEW YORK Unique 39.1-acre property located in the geographical center of Columbia County (SBL: 101.-2-25.112). Zoned Commercial, Residential, Mixed Use. Frontage on two highways: Route 9H and Route 66. Water, natural gas, and electric nearby. New sewer lines planned for Spring 2020. Gravel and shale on site for infrastructure.

Well suited for retail, hotel/motel, manufacturing, warehouse, housing or mixed use. Well drained and relatively flat topography. Ideal for commercial, housing or mixed use.

NY. One mile from jet capable Columbia County Airport. Additional 68.5-acre parcel available across the street on Route 9H. This listing brought to you by James Boyd and Sara Nelson ................................................................................... $1,400,000

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WOODSTOCK, NEW YORK This 2-bedroom, 1.5 Bath sits on 1.3 acres with a freshwater pond. Rental December 30, 2019 - April 30, 2020. The healing waters of the natural springs that feed the pond are loved by all that have stayed and visited here. This home is a short walk to the village center, shopping, public transport and parks as well as a good number of great places to eat and enjoy music. 5-month lease. Pets allowed but not cats. Renter pays: Electric, snow removal, cleaning of home 1 x per month $75. Owner Pays: cable and internet, pest control, garbage pickup. This listing brought to you

by Charlotte Scherer. ...........$1,500/month

WEST HURLEY, NEW YORK This is a must see for the buyer who is looking for comfort and serenity. This 3-bedroom, 2 bath home has been upgraded to a low maintenance, energy efficient 3 level home, which has many passive solar features. 32 solar panels were installed to allow for a $24 per month service charge from Central Hudson. Windows were installed, radiant heat and fire-resistant sheet rock. This created a space which is multi-functional with easy walkout access to the pool. The sparkling pool is L shaped: 10x60 4’ deep; the deep end is 16x26 9’deep. A threesided fireplace with floor to ceiling bricks, an incredible Jotul propane stove in the living room to take the winter chill out without overheating the whole house. This listing brought to you by Doreen Marchisella .......................................... $685,000

Kingston 845.339.1144 / Woodstock 845.679.2929 & 845.679.9444 / Saugerties 845.246.3300 / Phoenicia 845.688.2929 / Catskill 518.800.9999 / Commercial 845.339.9999 HIGHLAND: 2-BEDROOM second floor end unit. Separate entrance. $1225/month.

Heat & hot water included. Carpeted. Private, quiet neighborhood. On-site parking.

Next to Lloyd Town Hall, near Rt. 9W. Minutes to Poughkeepsie Bridge, Metro North, Rt. 9 & hospitals. 1 month security. No smoking. 845-453-0047.

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SOUTHSIDE TERRACE APARTMENTS offers semester leases for SPRING 2020 and Short-Term for the Summer! Furnished studios, one & two bedrooms, includes heat & hot water. Recreation facilities. Walking distance to campus and town.

845-255-7205.

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

Free use of the: Recreation Room, Pool, New Fitness Center & much more!

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21A Colonial Dr., New Paltz. 1 & 2 BR apts.

Pets welcome! No security deposit option.

3-12 month leasing terms. Pool, laundry on site.

845-255-6171

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Near Rosendale; Efficiency Apartment, suitable for 1 person. Quiet park-like setting with pond, on beautiful Shawangunk Ridge, with hiking trails at your door. $750/month

with utilities. First, last and security. Nonsmoker. No pets. 845-658-9332.

Stone Ridge, 2-Bedroom with parking. $1000/month. Tenant pays utilities. No smoking, no pets. References, credit check required. First, last and security. Call 845657-8248.

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Kingston/ Hurley/Port Ewen Rentals

Charming 3-Bedroom Cape-Cod style House in Hurley. 1170 sq.ft. Kitchen, DR, LR, den, bathroom, washer/dryer in basement. Minutes to uptown Kingston & Thruway. Non-smoking. No pets. $1800/month plus utilities. 1 month security deposit.

Available 1/1/20. 845-750-2986.

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Saugerties Rental: Furnished Saugerties home for rent, 7 mins from Woodstock Village and 14 mins from I-87 Kingston. Beautifully appointed great room, 3 BRs with two full baths, dining room, loft office or media room, gas free-standing fireplace, garage and terrific decking in a wooded setting on a cul-de-sac. 6-12 months @ $3,500/mo plus utilities. Security and references required. Contact Harris L. Safier, Assoc. RE Broker – Clement Brooks & Safier Team, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hudson Valley Properties 914.388.3351 mobile.

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QUIET STUDIO. Skylight, deck, hardwood floor. Near State park. Wireless internet.

Mountain views. 20 minutes Kingston, 2 miles Boiceville & Zen Monastary, 7 miles Village Green. $825/month plus utilities.

914-725-1461.

WOODSTOCK STUDIO APARTMENT; 5 min walk to town, restaurants, shops. Newly renovated. $650/month; plus utilities.

718-864-9312 $795/month; Newly renovated GUEST COTTAGE in BEARSVILLE. Large windows, brand new bathroom, kitchen. Wonderful grounds. On a private lane. Walking distance to Cub Market. Call 845-417-5282.

NEWLY RENOVATED 700 sq.ft. LARGE STUDIO. New appliances, high ceilings, large windows, separate kitchen, bathroom.

Beautiful property, private compound. 2.5 miles to center of Woodstock. $1050/month plus utilities. Call 845-417-5282.

Woodstock: 4-Bedroom, 3 Bath House.

Quiet neighborhood one mile from Village

Green. Private back deck overlooks beautiful, wooded property. Two-car attached garage. No smoking. Pets considered. $2,100/ month. 845-430-4730.

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CHARMING COTTAGE. Walk to Woodstock Village. Loft/balcony plus bedroom, deck, quiet & private. $1050/month includes lawn care, snow plow, trash pickup.

Security, references. 845-679-6816.

CHARMING 1-BEDROOM HOUSE on Mink Hollow Road within walking distance to Cooper Lake, 4 miles to center of Woodstock. On 1 acre. Wood floors, newly renovated bathroom. $1000/month. 845417-5282.

WOODSTOCK COTTAGE; 1.5 miles from town. 1-bedroom, Galley kitchen w/lots of cabinets, stone fireplace, beamed Aframe ceiling, full bath, deck, nice grounds. $1000/month. 845-417-5282.

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Country Cottage for Seasonal or Longer Term Rental near Cooper Lake Reservoir.

Open to 3+ month rentals, from December 1 onward. Furnished; 2 lofted bedrooms, 1 lower den/guest room, open LR/DR/Kitchen on 2 acres with patio. 917-750-0326.

WOODSTOCK/SAUGERTIES: OUR FABULOUS HOME IS FOR LEASE. We are looking for like-minded folks that enjoy art, cooking, fine hi-fi & relaxing around the fireplaces. Our sun-filled & tastefully furnished home is just that. Open floor plan w/ plenty of room to roam, huge great-room w/ cathedral ceilings, amazing formal DR that can seat 20, media entertainment room, 3 generous sized bedrooms, newly renovated & fully equipped chef ’s kitchen, 2 spacious decks, indoor/outdoor fireplaces, outdoor shower, HAV, 2-car garage. $3500/month, flexible terms. Please contact Jeff at 917969-7655 or jfeuernyc@aol.com

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33” 2-STAGE SNOW THROWER, YARDMAN by MVD. 13hpwr 0HV. Model NBR: 31AE9931401. Tecumseh engine. Electric Start. Power Steering. Walk behind. Cab. Original receipt, owner’s manual included.

Used very little/stored carefully. Cash/Serious replies only. $1,100. 845-679-6430.

YAMAHA 3000 WATT INVERTER GENERATOR WITH 3500 WATT SURGE POTENTAL, ELECTRIC STARTER, THROTTLE UP OR DOWN DEPENDING ON LOAD, USED FOR 1 MONTH THAN PURCHASED A BIGGER UNIT. $1000.00. 845988-8576; frankwc100@gmail.com.

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Turnkey one level easy living 4 BR 2 bath ranch located on a quiet cul de sac in West Hurley. This well maintained ranch has gleaming hardwood floors throughout, lots of natural sunlight, family room with a brick fireplace, eat in kitchen with bay window, cherry cabinets and recessed lighting, en suite master bedroom and a spacious living room with a high ceiling and a picture window with a view of the landscaped backyard with a koi pond stocked with koi fish. Other features include a full unfinished basement, 2 car garage, shed with ample space for lawn equipment and more.

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Animals

come meet them and see who could be your new love. LILY; sweet & shy Pittie mix girl, 4-years old & needs a quiet home. CHARLOTTE; Brindle Pittie mix girl who loves people. Children will enjoy growing up with Charlotte. Charlotte needs to be your only pet.

ROCKY; Sheltie/Border Collie mix boy, very sweet & is good w/dogs. He loves people & loves to herd cats. He IS part Border Collie!!

Rocky can be found at Ulster County Canines where he is available for adoption. LACY; tan Pittie mix girl who loves people & prefers to be the only pet. Saugerties Animal Shelter; located at 1765 Route 212 Saugerties, NY 12477 (behind the Saugerties Transfer Station).

(Closed Sunday & Monday). 845-679-0339.

You must have a checking or savings account with Rondout Savings Bank to use SPIN. Transfers of funds can only be sent to accounts opened and located in the US. International transfers of funds cannot be conducted through SPIN.

Isn’t it her time to be loved? MISHU; 10-year old orange medium hair kitty. He’s been at the shelter the longest of all the animals. Mishu needs to be the only pet. That means Mishu would love only you! HANDSOME; 6-month old black kitten boy! SLATE & CADET; gray/ blue 6-month old kitten boys. Just like cats who are all black, gray cats are elegant.

ZINNEA (kitten girl) & THEODORABLE (kitten boy): 5-month old tiger & white kittens. SPHINX (kitten girl) & JINX (kitten boy); 6-month old gray and white kittens. RE-

MEMBER: 2 kittens aren’t twice as much fun as 1 kitten; they are 10 times the fun! ALSOThey’ll always have each other as company.

AND- You’ll receive twice the love! If you’re interested in adopting a kitten, this is a perfect time to meet the adorable & lively kittens at Saugerties Animal Shelter. Kitten season is almost all year long!! We have lots of young and teenage kittens. Teenage kittens are between 10-14 months old. That time-frame can vary as each kitten is an individual. These are the DOGS at Saugerties Animal Shelter. Please

WOULD YOU LIKE AN OUTDOOR CAT? Do you have a barn, garage, shed or outbuilding? Would you like to consider having feral cats? You can help cats in need who will help keep your barn, etc. free of rodents.

The cats will be neutered/spayed and up to date w/shots. Please call the Woodstock Feral Cat Project at 347-258-2725.

L&M Pet Sitting Professional pet care visits for cats, dogs, birds, and other exotic species.

Lauren Storm & Michael Steeley (607) 431-3392 LnMpetsitting@gmail.com

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CASH PAID FOR USED cars & trucks regardless of condition. Junk cars removed.

Call 246-0214. DMV 7107350.