An hour of classical, jazz, and world music, featuring compositions by Pla, Villa-Lobos, Piazzolla, Bach, Honegger, Jobim, and the Beatles. Founded in 2009 by Artistic Director, Sharon Powers, Winds in the Wilderness is an ensemble that performs in a historic landmark church in Taconic State Park. Reception following the concert. Information at windsinthewildernessconcerts.org. Made possible by the Statewide Community Regrants Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by CREATE Council on the Arts.

Weekly live improvised ambient music featuring David and Kenji Garland, Dan Kirkhus, Jimmy Garver, Rodney Greenblat and guest performers. Enjoy coffee and breakfast while floating on a cushion of ambient sound by adventurous musicians.

Presentation and Q&A by Stacey Salgado of the New York State Department of Labor on employment rights and benefits especially important to women workers in statewide. Highlights will include the current state of the Gender Wage Gap, Salary History Ban and Pay Equity laws, Paid Family Leave, and new regulations about pay transparency and rights for nursing mothers in the workplace. To register and receive the Zoom link, columbiacountylibraries@gmail.com. Presented by Columbia County Libraries Association and the state Department of Labor.

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties is accepting applications for its Master Gardener Training program. The 12-week course begins March 2. The program empowers individuals to become community gardening leaders. Participants will embark on a hybrid learning experience, combining virtual coursework and in-person meetings and excursions, covering basic botany to nuisance wildlife, and more. Training takes 12 weeks, from March 2 to June 1 (with breaks in April and May). In-person sessions will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays and include a lunch break. at the CCE offices in Hudson and Acra. Applications must be submitted by January 31, by going online to ccecolumbiagreene.org/gardening/master-gardener-volunteers/how-to-become-a-master-gardener. Space is limited, so early applications are encouraged.

A night of experimental indie and songwriting with Sham, Samuel Boat, and Domestic Drafts at the Avalon Lounge in Catskill with a live webstream of the entire show at wgxc.org/listen, and a live broadcast on 90.7-FM.

From The Avalon Lounge website:
https://shamtunes.bandcamp.com/music https://samuelboat.bandcamp.com https://domesticdrafts.bandcamp.com/

Live performances from The Avalon Lounge in Catskill, New York. Usually DJs perform, often with live band performances, and other experiments. See theavalonlounge.com for more information.

Jak Lizard and beccs perform at the Avalon Lounge in Catskill with a live webstream of the entire show at wgxc.org/listen, and a live broadcast on 90.7-FM.

From The Avalon Lounge website:
Jak Lizard: sonic orange slices, soul infused rhythmic pop bops, fun for the whole world. https://open.spotify.com/artist/1fSVQsyT52lNgeTUza3oH5

beccs is a Brooklyn-based indie pop artist hailed as one of NYLON Magazine’s “favorite cool girls”, A John LennonSongwriting Finalist, and an “indie-pop vocalist of astonishing candor” by the HuffPost. Holding up a mirror to herself and society at large, beccs confronts and heals audiences with a soul-stirring voice that is as dynamic as it is vulnerable. http://www.beccsmusic.com/

Live performances from The Avalon Lounge in Catskill, New York. Usually DJs perform, often with live band performances, and other experiments. See theavalonlounge.com for more information.

Weekly live improvised ambient music featuring David and Kenji Garland, Dan Kirkhus, Jimmy Garver, Rodney Greenblat and guest performers. Enjoy coffee and breakfast while floating on a cushion of ambient sound by adventurous musicians.

Every Monday at 7:30 p.m. No previous singing experience is required. For most of us, our voice is our most important medium of expression. With this voice we can sing, we can praise, we can express joy or pain, and we can teach. But often, our relationship with our voice becomes disconnected. We underestimate the effect our voice has on our bodies and our lives. This workshop is a doorway into reconnecting with your voice and expressing yourself more fully. Through a series of simple tones, or notes sung for long periods, we gently begin to observe the relationships between the voice, the body, the breath, and the self. This workshop is not affiliated with any spiritual practice. All people are welcome, and no singing experience is required. There is a short introduction and instruction, followed by 30 minutes of a guided toning series, and open discussion afterward (optional). Open to the public, but donations are graciously accepted. Facilitated by teacher/composer/musician Sean Cronin. Information at tonesingingworkshop@gmail.com.

Open call. Actors of all races, ethnicities, identities, and body types are encouraged to audition. “The Bridges of Madison County,” a Tony-nominated musical based on the best-selling novel by Robert James Waller, will be directed by Michael C. Mensching and Michael McDermot. Ellen Rizzo is the Musical Director. Those auditioning are asked to prepare 16-32 bars of a song from “The Bridges of Madison County” or a song from a similar Broadway show. An accompanist will be provided. Each participant will also read from the script. Auditioners are expected to bring a current resume and a list of conflicts for the period of February 22 through April 28. Headshots are welcomed, but not required. Information at ghentplayhouse.org.

Weekly live improvised ambient music featuring David and Kenji Garland, Dan Kirkhus, Jimmy Garver, Rodney Greenblat and guest performers. Enjoy coffee and breakfast while floating on a cushion of ambient sound by adventurous musicians.

Every Monday at 7:30 p.m. No previous singing experience is required. For most of us, our voice is our most important medium of expression. With this voice we can sing, we can praise, we can express joy or pain, and we can teach. But often, our relationship with our voice becomes disconnected. We underestimate the effect our voice has on our bodies and our lives. This workshop is a doorway into reconnecting with your voice and expressing yourself more fully. Through a series of simple tones, or notes sung for long periods, we gently begin to observe the relationships between the voice, the body, the breath, and the self. This workshop is not affiliated with any spiritual practice. All people are welcome, and no singing experience is required. There is a short introduction and instruction, followed by 30 minutes of a guided toning series, and open discussion afterward (optional). Open to the public, but donations are graciously accepted. Facilitated by teacher/composer/musician Sean Cronin. Information at tonesingingworkshop@gmail.com.

La Leche League presents meet-ups and support for nursing families in the library Community Room. Whether you are pregnant, caring for a newborn, nursing, pumping, supplementing, weaning, or beyond – all are welcome. Information at “La Leche League Columbia Greene NY” on Facebook or contact a leader to confirm meeting times.

Actors of all races, ethnicities, identities, and body types are encouraged to audition. “The Bridges of Madison County,” a Tony-nominated musical based on the best-selling novel by Robert James Waller, will be directed by Michael C. Mensching and Michael McDermot. Ellen Rizzo is the Musical Director. Those auditioning are asked to prepare 16-32 bars of a song from “The Bridges of Madison County” or a song from a similar Broadway show. An accompanist will be provided. Each participant will also read from the script. Auditioners are expected to bring a current resume and a list of conflicts for the period of February 22 through April 28. Headshots are welcomed, but not required. Information at ghentplayhouse.org.

Weekly live improvised ambient music featuring David and Kenji Garland, Dan Kirkhus, Jimmy Garver, Rodney Greenblat and guest performers. Enjoy coffee and breakfast while floating on a cushion of ambient sound by adventurous musicians.

Every Monday at 7:30 p.m. No previous singing experience is required. For most of us, our voice is our most important medium of expression. With this voice we can sing, we can praise, we can express joy or pain, and we can teach. But often, our relationship with our voice becomes disconnected. We underestimate the effect our voice has on our bodies and our lives. This workshop is a doorway into reconnecting with your voice and expressing yourself more fully. Through a series of simple tones, or notes sung for long periods, we gently begin to observe the relationships between the voice, the body, the breath, and the self. This workshop is not affiliated with any spiritual practice. All people are welcome, and no singing experience is required. There is a short introduction and instruction, followed by 30 minutes of a guided toning series, and open discussion afterward (optional). Open to the public, but donations are graciously accepted. Facilitated by teacher/composer/musician Sean Cronin. Information at tonesingingworkshop@gmail.com.

WGXC's Winter 2024 Pledge Drive will take place from Tue., Feb. 20, through Thu, Feb 29, 2024. Join us as we continue to build a base of monthly sustaining donors. Growing a community of sustaining supporters is vital to the station’s longevity. Check back for details on remote broadcasts and special events to take place during the drive.

To make a recurring donation, or to make a one-time gift, visit: wgxc.org/donate or call 518-697-7400 and pledge your support of Creative Community Radio for Open Ears.

Weekly live improvised ambient music featuring David and Kenji Garland, Dan Kirkhus, Jimmy Garver, Rodney Greenblat and guest performers. Enjoy coffee and breakfast while floating on a cushion of ambient sound by adventurous musicians.

Every Monday at 7:30 p.m. No previous singing experience is required. For most of us, our voice is our most important medium of expression. With this voice we can sing, we can praise, we can express joy or pain, and we can teach. But often, our relationship with our voice becomes disconnected. We underestimate the effect our voice has on our bodies and our lives. This workshop is a doorway into reconnecting with your voice and expressing yourself more fully. Through a series of simple tones, or notes sung for long periods, we gently begin to observe the relationships between the voice, the body, the breath, and the self. This workshop is not affiliated with any spiritual practice. All people are welcome, and no singing experience is required. There is a short introduction and instruction, followed by 30 minutes of a guided toning series, and open discussion afterward (optional). Open to the public, but donations are graciously accepted. Facilitated by teacher/composer/musician Sean Cronin. Information at tonesingingworkshop@gmail.com.

Weekly live improvised ambient music featuring David and Kenji Garland, Dan Kirkhus, Jimmy Garver, Rodney Greenblat and guest performers. Enjoy coffee and breakfast while floating on a cushion of ambient sound by adventurous musicians.

Every Monday at 7:30 p.m. No previous singing experience is required. For most of us, our voice is our most important medium of expression. With this voice we can sing, we can praise, we can express joy or pain, and we can teach. But often, our relationship with our voice becomes disconnected. We underestimate the effect our voice has on our bodies and our lives. This workshop is a doorway into reconnecting with your voice and expressing yourself more fully. Through a series of simple tones, or notes sung for long periods, we gently begin to observe the relationships between the voice, the body, the breath, and the self. This workshop is not affiliated with any spiritual practice. All people are welcome, and no singing experience is required. There is a short introduction and instruction, followed by 30 minutes of a guided toning series, and open discussion afterward (optional). Open to the public, but donations are graciously accepted. Facilitated by teacher/composer/musician Sean Cronin. Information at tonesingingworkshop@gmail.com.

Weekly live improvised ambient music featuring David and Kenji Garland, Dan Kirkhus, Jimmy Garver, Rodney Greenblat and guest performers. Enjoy coffee and breakfast while floating on a cushion of ambient sound by adventurous musicians.

Every Monday at 7:30 p.m. No previous singing experience is required. For most of us, our voice is our most important medium of expression. With this voice we can sing, we can praise, we can express joy or pain, and we can teach. But often, our relationship with our voice becomes disconnected. We underestimate the effect our voice has on our bodies and our lives. This workshop is a doorway into reconnecting with your voice and expressing yourself more fully. Through a series of simple tones, or notes sung for long periods, we gently begin to observe the relationships between the voice, the body, the breath, and the self. This workshop is not affiliated with any spiritual practice. All people are welcome, and no singing experience is required. There is a short introduction and instruction, followed by 30 minutes of a guided toning series, and open discussion afterward (optional). Open to the public, but donations are graciously accepted. Facilitated by teacher/composer/musician Sean Cronin. Information at tonesingingworkshop@gmail.com.

La Leche League presents meet-ups and support for nursing families in the library Community Room. Whether you are pregnant, caring for a newborn, nursing, pumping, supplementing, weaning, or beyond – all are welcome. Information at “La Leche League Columbia Greene NY” on Facebook or contact a leader to confirm meeting times.

Weekly live improvised ambient music featuring David and Kenji Garland, Dan Kirkhus, Jimmy Garver, Rodney Greenblat and guest performers. Enjoy coffee and breakfast while floating on a cushion of ambient sound by adventurous musicians.

Every Monday at 7:30 p.m. No previous singing experience is required. For most of us, our voice is our most important medium of expression. With this voice we can sing, we can praise, we can express joy or pain, and we can teach. But often, our relationship with our voice becomes disconnected. We underestimate the effect our voice has on our bodies and our lives. This workshop is a doorway into reconnecting with your voice and expressing yourself more fully. Through a series of simple tones, or notes sung for long periods, we gently begin to observe the relationships between the voice, the body, the breath, and the self. This workshop is not affiliated with any spiritual practice. All people are welcome, and no singing experience is required. There is a short introduction and instruction, followed by 30 minutes of a guided toning series, and open discussion afterward (optional). Open to the public, but donations are graciously accepted. Facilitated by teacher/composer/musician Sean Cronin. Information at tonesingingworkshop@gmail.com.

Weekly live improvised ambient music featuring David and Kenji Garland, Dan Kirkhus, Jimmy Garver, Rodney Greenblat and guest performers. Enjoy coffee and breakfast while floating on a cushion of ambient sound by adventurous musicians.

Every Monday at 7:30 p.m. No previous singing experience is required. For most of us, our voice is our most important medium of expression. With this voice we can sing, we can praise, we can express joy or pain, and we can teach. But often, our relationship with our voice becomes disconnected. We underestimate the effect our voice has on our bodies and our lives. This workshop is a doorway into reconnecting with your voice and expressing yourself more fully. Through a series of simple tones, or notes sung for long periods, we gently begin to observe the relationships between the voice, the body, the breath, and the self. This workshop is not affiliated with any spiritual practice. All people are welcome, and no singing experience is required. There is a short introduction and instruction, followed by 30 minutes of a guided toning series, and open discussion afterward (optional). Open to the public, but donations are graciously accepted. Facilitated by teacher/composer/musician Sean Cronin. Information at tonesingingworkshop@gmail.com.