October 26
November 2-3 8am-5pm
November 2 8pm
November 24
Kreepy Kids’ Kruise Bring the kids aboard for some “haunting” fun with a DJ and many other kiddy activities! Costumes welcome, not required. There will be a costume contest with prizes. Reservations recommended but not necessary. Departing at 11:30am. 1 East Strand Street, Kingston; 800-843-7472; hudsonrivercruises.com
Antique Show & Flea Market Christmas in November With acres and acres of merchandise, this market offers a wide variety of bargains, treasures, and unique items for everyone. With over 600 hundred vendors from more than eight states, discover everything from antiques and collectibles to arts and crafts and new merchandise. Rain or shine. 428 Route 216, Stormville; 845-221-6561; stormvilleairportfleamarket.com
October 25-27
October 20, 10am-12:30pm
Fall Foliage Hike Join Ethan Pierce, Mohonk Preserve Conservation Specialist, and enjoy a beautiful fall day and take advantage of his deep forest knowledge. Learn why the leaves have changed colors and how to recognize the special characteristics that make each tree species unique. Ethan will also discuss some indicators of tree and forest health. Ages 12 and up are welcome with an adult. This program includes a moderate, four-mile hike. Space is limited; call 845-255-0919 for reservations and meeting location. This is a free program.
The Woodstock Invitational Luthiers Showcase A low-key, laid-back event for the community of acoustic stringedinstrument builders, players, collectors, and aficionados. Gather here to view handmade acoustic guitars and stringed musical instruments from around the world. The Luthiers Showcase is a rare opportunity for the public to see, play, and experience the instruments, meet with their makers, discuss custom options and one-of-a-kind creations, and buy or order a dream guitar from dozens of master builders, all gathered together in one place; 845-679-4406; bearsvilletheater.com
Dead On Live Based on their unique approach of note for note renditions, Dead On Live has become nationally recognized as one of the standout acts on the scene today paying tribute to the music of the Grateful Dead. 291 Tinker St., Woodstock; 845-679-4406; bearsvilletheater.com
15th International Pickle Festival Pickles, pickled foods, vendors, prizes–fun! Rosendale Community Center, Route 32, Rosendale; 845-658-9649; picklefest.com
EVENTS
Music in the Museum Jazz and classical singers. The concert choir and chamber singers, directed by Edward Lundergan, and the students of the vocal jazz program, directed by Teri Roiger, present a varied program of vocal and choral music. $8 general admission, $6 for faculty/staff and seniors, and $3 for students. Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art, SUNY New Paltz, 1 Hawk Drive, New Paltz; 845-257-3844; www.newpaltz.edu/museum
October 22, 7pm
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sales, wool crafting, mohair fleece sale, tons of workshops, children’s activities, cooking demos, and more. General admission $12/day. Pre-purchased tickets $9/ day. Children under 12 free. Dutchess County Fairgrounds, 6550 Spring Brook Avenue; Rhinebeck; sheepandwool.com
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