Are you passionate about agriculture and dreaming of starting your own farm? Did you start farming in 2023 or 2024 and still seek more help? You are welcome to join us for the Aspiring Farmers Meeting, a unique opportunity to connect with Cornell Cooperative Extension Educators and agricultural service providers to receive invaluable guidance on your agricultural journey.

This informative event will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM at CCE Rensselaer County, 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061.

This day-long workshop will offer:
Expert advice: Gain insights on essential topics like land acquisition, crop selection, financial planning, and navigating regulations.
Networking opportunities: Connect with fellow aspiring farmers and agricultural service providers to develop meaningful relationships for future collaboration.

Columbia and Greene Counties – Spring Gardening Day will take place on two Saturdays in March! March 22 at the Extension Education Center in Hudson and March 29 at the Agroforestry Resource Center in Acra. Each day will feature four educational workshops led by knowledgeable Master Gardener Volunteers (MGVs). They will cover a variety of gardening topics designed to inspire and inform. Participants will also enjoy a light breakfast and the opportunity to shop at the Master Gardeners Marketplace. The marketplace will offer gently used books, gardening tools, and plant cuttings.

“Spring Gardening Day is all about fostering a love of gardening and building a stronger connection to the natural world,” said Xandra Powers, Community Horticulture Coordinator. “Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this event offers something for everyone, from expert-led workshops to unique finds at the marketplace.”

This year’s workshops include an engaging mixture of topics:

From Seed to Vase– Learn the art of planning and growing of flowers to create bouquets.
Invasives– Learn to identify and manage invasive pests to protect your garden.
Bees and Beyond – A Master Beekeeper and MGV will share fascinating insights into the world of bees and their vital role in our gardens.
Gardening for Nocturnal Pollinators – Learn to design a garden that supports and attracts night-flying pollinators like moths and bats.
Gardening Tips– A treasure trove of tried-and-true gardening tips and tricks from experienced Master Gardeners.
Landscaping with Native Plants for Pollinators – Explore the benefits of native plants and create pollinator-friendly landscapes.
Tool Care 101 – Learn how to maintain and care for your gardening tools.
Designing and Planting a Wildflower Meadow– Get practical tips on creating a thriving wildflower meadow.

Additionally, on March 29 only, attendees can participate in a hands-on workshop: Build Your Own Worm Bin!

In addition to workshops and shopping, attendees can look forward to door prizes and the chance to meet other gardening enthusiasts in the community.

Event Details:

For more information, please visit ccecolumbiagreene.org/spring-gardening or contact Chris Boehm at cb974@cornell.edu / (518) 828-3346 x 209.

CREATE's 42nd annual "Outside The Lines" youth showcase is putting the spotlight on artwork by K-12th grade students & instructors from a dozen Greene, Columbia and Schoharie county schools.

Opening Reception Sat, Mar 15 2-5pm, Closing Reception Sun, Mar 30 11am-1pm
Gallery hours Fri 4-7pm. Sat & Sun 11am-6pm

Guest speakers will be Riham Barghouti, a founding member of the Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (PACBI), and a longtime organizer for Palestinian rights in NYC; and Rebecca Vilkomerson, the Executive Director of the national organization Jewish Voice for Peace from 2009 - 2019, and co-author of the new book, "Solidarity Is the Political Version of Love." Barghouti and Vilkomerson will share information about the origins, principles, and strategy of the BDS movement, as well as practical examples of effective BDS campaigns. Local organizers will discuss the Break the Bonds New York State (BTBNYS) campaign. Discussion will follow.

Location: In-person, Hudson Area Library Community Room

A familiar name for musical life in FPC and in Hudson, Phil Roebuck leads us in the celebration of the songs of early America.

You can come and lend us your voice on March 22 as Phil Roebuck leads us in song with uplifting music held in at First Presbyterian Church Hudson's interior space. We will be celebrating the remarkable roots of early America, and songbooks will be provided as we join our voices together in celebration and education of early American folk.

CREATE's 42nd annual "Outside The Lines" youth showcase is putting the spotlight on artwork by K-12th grade students & instructors from a dozen Greene, Columbia and Schoharie county schools.

Opening Reception Sat, Mar 15 2-5pm, Closing Reception Sun, Mar 30 11am-1pm
Gallery hours Fri 4-7pm. Sat & Sun 11am-6pm

The Hudson Junior/Senior High School Drama Club is presenting the family-friendly show of the Broadway musical “ANNIE!” Opening night will be March 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m., with additional shows at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 22nd, and 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 23rd. All performances are in the Hudson Jr./Sr. High school auditorium located at 215 Harry Howard Avenue, Hudson, NY.

Call the district office at 518-828-4360 Ext. 2101 for information on tickets. Tickets are on sale and can be purchased in the Jr./Sr. High School main office during school hours. Tickets will also be available at the door before each show time for ANNIE.

Bobby Previte leads a quartet exploring free improvisation.

Keith Pray - Saxophones
John Esposito - Piano
Otto Gardner - Acoustic Bass
Boby Previte - Drums

Every 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Sunday at 6 p.m. upstair at the Avalon Lounge!

This month, we’ll read and discuss "The Art Thief" by Michael Finkel.

Virtual via Zoom. To sign up and receive the Zoom link, email info@hudsonarealibrary.org.

The Friends of the Hudson Area Library & Hudson Area Library bring you drop-in game nights!
You can join in on board games, cards, and more. Meet old friends and new for light refreshments, fun and games. All ages and skill levels welcome!

Dates/Times: Tuesdays, March 11 – 25, 4 – 6pm

Location: In person, Hudson Area Library Community Room

No registration required.

This month, we’ll read and discuss "The Restless Wave" by Admiral James Stavridis.

Location: In person, 2nd Floor of the Armory in the Senior Center, upstairs from library (elevator available)

Registration: No registration required. All are welcome!

Chronogram Conversations: The State of Cannabis in New York is an evening of discussion and networking on March 26 at the Fuller Building in Kingston. This panel discussion—part of our Chronogram Conversations series—will bring together dispensary owners, cannabis farmers, and industry experts to explore the victories, setbacks, and future of legal cannabis in the state.

Panelists include:
Amy Hepworth, Hepworth Farms
Aaron Sanders, LotusWorks Wellness

In addition to the panel, local cannabis businesses and advocacy organizations will be on hand to share resources and insight. While no cannabis sales will take place at the event, this is an opportunity to connect with the region’s cannabis community, learn from industry leaders, and stay informed about what’s next for legal weed in New York.

Led by touring artist and educator, Barkha Patel, this beginner-friendly dance workshop intended for adults and youth ages 12+ is at the Hudson Area Library. Presented in partnership with Operation Unite NY. No experience required. Some light refreshments will be provided.

Location: Hudson Area Library Community Room
Registration: Space is limited and registration is required. To register, email programs@hudsonarealibrary.org or call 518-828-1792 x101. This program is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

All are welcome for songs, stories, and fun moves led by local musician, Abby Lappen, as we continue this joyful storytime.

Location: In person, Hudson Area Library Community Room

Date/Time: Thursdays, through March 27, 4 – 5pm
(except March 13 due to Book Sale set up)

Registration: Registration is appreciated, but not required. Email youth@hudsonarealibrary.org or call 518-828-1792 x101.

New Zealand-born pop artist Kimbra is a songwriter, musician, producer, and performer currently based in NYC. In 2011, she debuted her first album, "Vows, Bowed" as well as a duet with Gotye on the song "Somebody I Used To Know". She released her most recent album, "Primal Heart", last year.

Born in Santa Cruz, California, into a family of artists, Kendra McKinley has been immersed in a spectrum of performance mediums from a young age. Her most recent LP, "WHERE DOES A BODY BEGIN?", released in 2023 and her upcoming EP "music for smoking weed with your bra off" is entirely performed and produced by McKinley. She is currently based in New York's Hudson Valley

If you work in a creative field and struggle with the bookkeeping side of your practice, this workshop is for you. Artist and self-employed bookkeeper Amanda C. Mathis will guide you through basic bookkeeping procedures that will help you keep your business finances organized so you’ll feel ready when it’s time to file your taxes. We’ll review various systems for tracking financials, how to use a chart of accounts, what types of expenses are deductible and how they should be categorized, as well as other helpful bookkeeping tips. CREATE Council On The Arts is happy to co-present Amanda’s workshop in collaboration with The Spark of Hudson. Registration required -

CREATE's 42nd annual "Outside The Lines" youth showcase is putting the spotlight on artwork by K-12th grade students & instructors from a dozen Greene, Columbia and Schoharie county schools.

Opening Reception Sat, Mar 15 2-5pm, Closing Reception Sun, Mar 30 11am-1pm
Gallery hours Fri 4-7pm. Sat & Sun 11am-6pm

“Ghost Dance” is the rediscovery of artist Ralph Albert Blakelock, lost to time, injustice – and madness, and brought back into the light in this world premiere solo show created and performed by his own great-great granddaughter, Erica Knight. Three performances only – March 28-30 – at Bridge Street Theatre, 44 West Bridge Street in Catskill. Show #4 in BST’s SoloFest 2025. For more details and ticketing information, visit the following link:

Columbia and Greene Counties – Spring Gardening Day will take place on two Saturdays in March! March 22 at the Extension Education Center in Hudson and March 29 at the Agroforestry Resource Center in Acra. Each day will feature four educational workshops led by knowledgeable Master Gardener Volunteers (MGVs). They will cover a variety of gardening topics designed to inspire and inform. Participants will also enjoy a light breakfast and the opportunity to shop at the Master Gardeners Marketplace. The marketplace will offer gently used books, gardening tools, and plant cuttings.

“Spring Gardening Day is all about fostering a love of gardening and building a stronger connection to the natural world,” said Xandra Powers, Community Horticulture Coordinator. “Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this event offers something for everyone, from expert-led workshops to unique finds at the marketplace.”

This year’s workshops include an engaging mixture of topics:

From Seed to Vase– Learn the art of planning and growing of flowers to create bouquets.
Invasives– Learn to identify and manage invasive pests to protect your garden.
Bees and Beyond – A Master Beekeeper and MGV will share fascinating insights into the world of bees and their vital role in our gardens.
Gardening for Nocturnal Pollinators – Learn to design a garden that supports and attracts night-flying pollinators like moths and bats.
Gardening Tips– A treasure trove of tried-and-true gardening tips and tricks from experienced Master Gardeners.
Landscaping with Native Plants for Pollinators – Explore the benefits of native plants and create pollinator-friendly landscapes.
Tool Care 101 – Learn how to maintain and care for your gardening tools.
Designing and Planting a Wildflower Meadow– Get practical tips on creating a thriving wildflower meadow.

Additionally, on March 29 only, attendees can participate in a hands-on workshop: Build Your Own Worm Bin!

In addition to workshops and shopping, attendees can look forward to door prizes and the chance to meet other gardening enthusiasts in the community.

Event Details:

For more information, please visit ccecolumbiagreene.org/spring-gardening or contact Chris Boehm at cb974@cornell.edu / (518) 828-3346 x 209.

CREATE's 42nd annual "Outside The Lines" youth showcase is putting the spotlight on artwork by K-12th grade students & instructors from a dozen Greene, Columbia and Schoharie county schools.

Opening Reception Sat, Mar 15 2-5pm, Closing Reception Sun, Mar 30 11am-1pm
Gallery hours Fri 4-7pm. Sat & Sun 11am-6pm

Monarda Community Care hosts a free drop-in care clinic at the Hudson Area Library, which will include ear acupuncture, ear seeds, acupressure, a wide variety of free herbal medicines, Narcan, Fentanyl test strips, zines, and more.

Dates/Times: February 15 & March 29, 11am - 2pm (please arrive by 1:30 for treatment)

Location: In person, Hudson Area Library Community Room

Registration: No registration required. First come, first served. All are welcome!

Random Harvest Market in Craryville, NY and Columbia County for Palestine are proud to co-sponsor a solo exhibition by Berkshires photographer Daniel Karp. All proceeds from sales will be donated to families in Gaza.

In the upstairs community space - an opening reception featuring Pesto for Palestine pizzas (vegan and GF options available) and music by DJ Jeff Economy of WGXC's Snackpoint Charlie! Daniel Karp will be on hand to discuss his work. Flyers with QR codes will link to the families in Gaza who will directly benefit from donations.

Daniel has been involved in art and image making for most of his adult life, studying both film and photography at New York University. Working with both film and digital cameras and utilizing various photographic processes from collodion wet plate to digital negatives he has embraced all that photography has to offer. In addition to being a photographer Daniel has been an active musician, playing guitar and writing songs with Hack Monet, Bell Engine and other local bands. He also works as a location sound recordist for film and television productions. Daniel has made his home in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts since 1992.

Prints of varying sizes and price points will be available for purchase. The exhibition continues through Sunday, April 27. For more information visit the following link:

“Ghost Dance” is the rediscovery of artist Ralph Albert Blakelock, lost to time, injustice – and madness, and brought back into the light in this world premiere solo show created and performed by his own great-great granddaughter, Erica Knight. Three performances only – March 28-30 – at Bridge Street Theatre, 44 West Bridge Street in Catskill. Show #4 in BST’s SoloFest 2025. For more details and ticketing information, visit the following link:

CREATE's 42nd annual "Outside The Lines" youth showcase is putting the spotlight on artwork by K-12th grade students & instructors from a dozen Greene, Columbia and Schoharie county schools.

Opening Reception Sat, Mar 15 2-5pm, Closing Reception Sun, Mar 30 11am-1pm
Gallery hours Fri 4-7pm. Sat & Sun 11am-6pm

“Ghost Dance” is the rediscovery of artist Ralph Albert Blakelock, lost to time, injustice – and madness, and brought back into the light in this world premiere solo show created and performed by his own great-great granddaughter, Erica Knight. Three performances only – March 28-30 – at Bridge Street Theatre, 44 West Bridge Street in Catskill. Show #4 in BST’s SoloFest 2025. For more details and ticketing information, visit the following link:

Bobby Previte leads a quartet exploring free improvisation.

Keith Pray - Saxophones
John Esposito - Piano
Otto Gardner - Acoustic Bass
Boby Previte - Drums

Every 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Sunday at 6 p.m. upstair at the Avalon Lounge!

Freelance IT consultant and educator, Pam Doran, leads this series of tech labs on Zoom. All ages welcome.

Date/Time: Select Wednesdays at 6pm on Zoom
February 5: Google Drive
February 26: Google Search, Tips and Tricks, and Google Calendar
March 5: Security and Scams
April 2: Photos and Art
Registration: Email columbiacountylibraries@gmail.com to register and receive the Zoom login information.

This program is offered in collaboration with Columbia County Libraries Association.

Book launch and reading for the full-length poetry collection, A New Sense of Luxury, from Hudson-based artist and poet Shanekia McIntosh. Musical accompaniment and DJ set by Rager

Please Note: Registration is now full. If you'd like to be placed on a waiting list, please contact info@wavefarm.org

Develop sound skills to share your story through best practices for recording, editing, and live radio.

• First Thursdays of the month, 6 - 8 p.m. February - November 2025
• WGXC Catskill Studio 393 Main Street Catskill, NY 12414
• Registration limited to 15 participants per session. No experience required.
• Instructor: Jen Kutler, Wave Farm Technical Director
• Questions: Email Meredith Kooi, meredith@wavefarm.org

February 6, 2025: Basic Audio Concepts 

Session objectives include an overview of common and useful terms related to acoustic, electronic, and digital ecologies, with a technical focus on audio transduction and microphone varieties. Additional topics for discussion include psychoacoustics—the branch of science studying the psychological responses associated with sound—with a focus on physical spatial considerations and panning/width in recording.

March 6, 2025: Filters

Session objectives include an introduction to common concepts related to filters in audio production, including frequency response, polar pattern, and equalization. Participants will also learn about The Fletcher Munson Curve, frequency masking, and infrasound, and how to apply these concepts to your work. We will also consider recording height and how to address unwanted plosives and sibilance.

April 3, 2025: Considering Loudness when Recording

Session objectives include strategies for achieving desired “depth” in your recordings. Topics include gain staging, dynamic range, compression, and the concept of distance in recording, including reverb and distortion.

May 1, 2025: Editing Bootcamp

Editing bootcamp! We will cover hotkeys, fades, matching takes, punching in/out, layering tracks, and bus processing. Participants will learn shortcuts for quicker and better edits, as well as bulk import/export strategies.

June 5, 2025: Creative processing

Session objectives include strategies for creating your own audio effects (FX). Topics include delays, filters, autopan, and time stretching. Participants will learn about sequences FX and FX automation in order to achieve the sounds you are imagining.

July 3, 2025: Multitrack Mixing

Session objectives include strategies for mixing multitrack sessions for full height, width, and depth without murkiness. The goal of this session is to understand how to make multiple tracks fit together in a mix. Attendees will participate in critical listening for frequency range, dynamics, and headroom.

August 7, 2025: The Physical Components of Recording Audio

Session objectives include an overview of crucial care and maintenance of recording equipment to ensure longevity of your tools, including a hands-on introduction to soldering and light electronic repairs.

September 4, 2025: The Intangible Components of Recording Audio

Session objectives include discussions about analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion and digital audio processing. Specific topics will include block size, sample rate, bit depth, compression, streaming, and physical media. Additional topics include how best to manage computer resources in large sessions, latency for high track count, and CPU intensive processing.

October 2, 2025: Understanding Monitoring Sources and Taking it to the Stage

Session objectives include a conceptual overview of possible monitoring sources: speakers, headphones, and subwoofers, as well as the impacts of the space or room on your recording quality. Additional topics will include techniques for recording live performance, including ringing out microphones, PA system safety, microphone techniques, and streaming.

November 6, 2025: Taking It to the Field

Session objectives include field recording tools, principles, refinement, and processing.

Jen Kutler is a multidisciplinary artist and Technical Director of Wave Farm. Kutler modifies found objects that are cultural signifiers of power, gender, queerness, and intimacy to create atypical instruments and sculptures. Her performances feature many of her instruments incorporated with immersive field recordings to explore common and discrepant experiences of familiar social tones in immersive sound and media environments. You can learn more about her at jenkutler.com.

Wave Farm programs are made possible, in part, by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature; the National Endowment for the Arts; the Greene County Legislature through the Greene County Cultural Fund; the Alexander and Marjorie Hover Foundation; and hundreds of other generous individual donors, including WGXC Monthly Supporters, who provide critical monthly support to Wave Farm's radio station WGXC 90.7-FM. A special acknowledgment to the Alexander and Marjorie Hover Foundation for their support of the the All Things Audio workshop series.

The Master Gardeners of Cornell Cooperative Extension are delighted to unveil Garden Day 2025 class offerings that are designed to inspire and equip both novices and experienced gardeners. This year’s range of classes will provide hands on learning experiences, expert guidance, and practical tips to help attendees grow vibrant, sustainable gardens. Tickets and more information at the following link:

This exploration walk is perfect for nature lovers of all ages! We will learn about woodland pools and the animals who call these places home. These woodland pools, also called vernal pools, are seasonal pools of water that provide habitat for distinctive plants and animals, like spring peepers, wood frogs, and salamanders. This time of year is ideal for spotting amphibians as they migrate from their wintering spots and journey to vernal pools to find mates. What’s involved: We will travel about a mile along the Salamander Loop, which features packed earth terrain. This event may include walking off-trail over uneven, wet, and muddy terrain to get closer to woodland pools. More information about trail conditions can be found at the link below. In the case of inclement weather, this event will be postponed to Saturday, 4/12 at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 5 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Harris (105 Bloody Hollow Road, Austerlitz)

Jaago Hudson is thrilled to announce the launch of our Survivor Support Guide for South Asians and their loved ones! This illustrated, multilingual resource was created by South Asian survivors for South Asian survivors to help navigate cultural barriers and stigmas around sexual abuse. It challenges the social norms that enable victim-blaming and rape culture, offering guidance and support to survivors and their communities. The Hudson launch is a public event where we will distribute free printed copies of the guidebook—available in 11 languages—for all attendees. There will also be food and space to connect with community members. You are welcome to share this event with your friends, family, and loved ones. We can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with you!

Bradford Reed and Ryder Cooley combine strings, reeds, keys, bows and steel to create plateaus of sound, intertwined with pizzicato ostinatos and improvisatory elements as the musicians respond to the energy of the room.

The electro-acoustic duet blends the sounds of bowed saw with harmonic overtones of pencilina, a zither-like instrument designed by Bradford. The music segues into traditional reedy melodies and drones on the accordion, then back again to the whispery moans of the saw interspersed with rhythmic pulses on the pencilina. Traversing a broad sonic palette, Grains of Euphora can be categorized as simultaneously symphonious and rambunctious.

The Melting Pot, a secular series by FPC Hudson, brings together musical talent and culinary artisans, pairing homemade soup with stellar live music.

Greene County is a critical battlefield for the fight for public power. We'll share how you can get plugged into organizing with your neighbors, who we need to win support from, and how we can pass a local resolution in support of the bill in multiple localities! Hear from Assemblymember Sarahana Shrestha on how we can seize our power back from Central Hudson. The Hudson Valley Power Authority Act (Shrestha/Hinchey) would replace Central Hudson with a publicly-owned utility that delivers energy without a profit motive, and is accountable to the public.

Registration here.

You can join us at Flow Chart space on Sunday, Apr 6 at 3 PM for a riveting reading of new and in-progress works led by our Art Omi: Writers-in-Residence. Hear exchange between the authors and the audience as the writers share stories influenced by their varied cultural backgrounds.

This is an opportunity to hear a diverse collection of provocative, funny, innovative, and surprising literary voices spanning a range of lived experiences, all in one place.

Event in collaboration with The Flow Chart Foundation.

Bobby Previte and Michael Kammers lead a new and exciting big band. From Strauss to Ellington to Johnny Winter via John Barry. Expect everything. First Sunday of every month, downstairs at the Avalon Lounge.

You can visit the library for board games, cards, and more. Meet old friends and new for light refreshments, fun and games. All ages and skill levels welcome!

Dates/Times: Tuesdays, through April 29, 4 – 6pm

Location: In person, Hudson Area Library Community Room

Registration: No registration required.

A partnership with Verdigris Tea.

An opportunity to gather with fellow creatives to get peer feedback on any type of project you're working on! Even if you don't have a specific project or question, you are welcome to be a part of the crit process. Donations are suggested.

The Berkshire Community Land Trust hosts a panel with local leaders; “Fighting for Food, Home, and Earth: What Do We Do Now? The panel will follow a brief annual meeting and announcements.

Moderator Erik Bruun, will lead a discussion with Bob Climo (GB Bagel & Deli), Shannon Smith (Berkshire Agricultural Ventures), and Jonathan Schrag (Deputy Climate Chief, MA Office of Climate Innovation and Resilience)

A reception will close the evening. Everyone is welcome, you need not be a member to attend, but reservation is recommended .

La Leche League is hosting meet-ups and support for nursing families at the Hudson Area Library. Whether you are pregnant, caring for a newborn, nursing, pumping, supplementing, weaning, or beyond – all are welcome!

Dates/Times: Wednesdays, February 12, March 12, and April 9, 4 – 5:30pm

Location: Upstairs from the library in the Senior Center, 2nd floor

Registration: Visit “La Leche League Columbia Greene NY” on Facebook or contact a leader to confirm meeting times.

A concert with The Michael Benedict Jazz Vibes Quartet at the Hudson Area Library. All are welcome!

Location: In person, Hudson Area Library Community Room

Registration: Registration is required. To register, email programs@hudsonarealibrary.org or call 518-828-1792 x101.

Bobby Previte leads a quartet exploring free improvisation.

Keith Pray - Saxophones
John Esposito - Piano
Otto Gardner - Acoustic Bass
Boby Previte - Drums

Every 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Sunday at 6 p.m. upstair at the Avalon Lounge!

Dance & movement workshops over Spring Break between Apr. 14-17 for youth ages 5-12. Classical & contemporary dance & movement education taught by career professionals working in the field. Workshops will incorporate ballet, musical theater, modern dance, improvisation, Capoeira martial arts & more. You can register for one or multiple days! Pre-registration is required (link below)

You can visit the library for board games, cards, and more. Meet old friends and new for light refreshments, fun and games. All ages and skill levels welcome!

Dates/Times: Tuesdays, through April 29, 4 – 6pm

Location: In person, Hudson Area Library Community Room

Registration: No registration required.

A partnership with Verdigris Tea.

These casual monthly in-person meet-ups at the Hudson Area Library will provide you with an opportunity to practice speaking conversational Spanish, facilitated by our instructor Sonia Cintron. All skill levels are welcome!

Dates/Times: Third Wednesdays – February 19, March 19 and April 16, 5 – 6pm

Location: In person, Hudson Area Library Community Room

No registration required.

A Battle of Art vs. Commerce—Told in Iambic Pentameter!

Bridge Street Theatre presents Polishing Shakespeare, a razor-sharp satire by Brian Dykstra. When a billionaire offers a struggling theatre a fortune to “modernize” Shakespeare, an idealistic playwright, a pragmatic artistic director, and a moneyed mogul clash in a dazzling war of words. Packed with wit, searing social commentary, and a masterful command of language, this exhilarating comedy is a gem for theatre lovers and Shakespeare fans alike.

A Battle of Art vs. Commerce—Told in Iambic Pentameter!

Bridge Street Theatre presents Polishing Shakespeare, a razor-sharp satire by Brian Dykstra. When a billionaire offers a struggling theatre a fortune to “modernize” Shakespeare, an idealistic playwright, a pragmatic artistic director, and a moneyed mogul clash in a dazzling war of words. Packed with wit, searing social commentary, and a masterful command of language, this exhilarating comedy is a gem for theatre lovers and Shakespeare fans alike.

Opera by G.F. Handel, premiered at the King’s Theatre in London, 1724
Sung in Italian with English supertitles
Production by R.B. Schlather
With early music band Ruckus

April 19, 23 (matinee), 26, 27 (matinee), 30 (matinee), May 2, 2025

Opera director and Hudson resident R.B. Schlather reunites with early music band Ruckus in April 2025 for six performances of Handel’s baroque blockbuster GIULIO CESARE. Repeating the successful alchemy of RODELINDA (2023), Schlather brings together area residents, rising young stars, and some of the finest baroque interpreters today to share his passion for Handel in the intimacy of New York State’s oldest surviving theater.

From Director, R.B. Schlather:
“These characters may have ancient names, but they’re completely modern. Giulio Cesare is a wild ride—packed with intrigue, danger, seduction, sharp wit, and gut-wrenching drama. Think of it as Handel’s version of a pulp fiction thriller, inspired by Julius Caesar’s high-stakes escapades in Egypt and his scandalous love affair with the young, cunning Cleopatra. Back in Handel’s day, performers rocked contemporary fashion, played against minimal backdrops, and lit up the stage with raw charisma. People came for the thrill—the singers, the spectacle, the physicality, and the sheer energy of the music. That’s the vibe for this Handel series in Hudson: bold, visceral, and unapologetically thrilling.”

Forest bathing walk

A mindful morning at Siegel-Kline Kill! In celebration of Earth Day, this slow-paced forest bathing walk will focus on appreciating signs of spring and incorporate breathwork and meditation.

April Scavenger Hunt at Blue Rider Stables Saturday, April 19th 11:00am- 2:00pm Blue Rider Stables 15 Farm Lane, Egremont, MA 01230 Reservations Recommended For more tickets, info and to reserve your space: 413-528-5299, info@bluerider.org, www.bluerider.org You are invited to take a walk through fields and forest and see what you can find! Fun for the whole family! Budget 45 minutes to 1 hour to complete the Scavenger Hunt. -Find hidden objects and discover interactive stations -Fun trivia along the way -Silly horse jokes -Hay Bale Maze -Pony Rides Blue Rider Stables is a non-profit horse barn located in Egremont, MA offering adaptive and therapeutic riding lessons as well as children and adult lessons. The health and happiness of our horses is paramount. Our horses live in a herd, receive regular body work, and have regular opportunities for movement and grazing. Blue Rider’s horse centric approach encourages people to learn to be with horses on their terms and fosters an environment of mutual respect and connection. BLUE RIDER PROGRAMS -Child and Adult Lessons -Therapeutic and Adaptive Riding Lesson -Summer Horsemanship Program -Blue Rider Stables Helper Program -Re-Centering with Horses -Body Work

"The Mistake" a play about Hiroshima written and acted by British playwright Michael Mears with Japanese Actor Riko Nakazono

When the decision is made to use the atom bomb on Japan, Leo Szilard, tormented by his role in creating it, must do everything he can to prevent the catastrophe occurring. When Colonel Paul Tibbets is given the go-ahead to drop the bomb, Shigeko Nomura, a young woman living in Hiroshima who survives her city’s destruction, must use every last ounce of energy to reach and rescue her parents.

The two actors enact the stories of a brilliant Hungarian scientist, a daring American pilot and a devoted Japanese daughter. Partly using verbatim testimonies, THE MISTAKE is a drama about the dangers that arise when humans dare to unlock the awesome power of nature.

A Battle of Art vs. Commerce—Told in Iambic Pentameter!

Bridge Street Theatre presents Polishing Shakespeare, a razor-sharp satire by Brian Dykstra. When a billionaire offers a struggling theatre a fortune to “modernize” Shakespeare, an idealistic playwright, a pragmatic artistic director, and a moneyed mogul clash in a dazzling war of words. Packed with wit, searing social commentary, and a masterful command of language, this exhilarating comedy is a gem for theatre lovers and Shakespeare fans alike.

Live music and dancing at Park Theater Hudson - an evening of dark carnival music with two of Hudson Valley's renowned dark cabaret bands, Dust Bowl Faeries + Frenchy and the Punk. Doors 7pm, music 8-11pm, drinks available. Limited seating, advance tickets suggested.

A Battle of Art vs. Commerce—Told in Iambic Pentameter!

Bridge Street Theatre presents Polishing Shakespeare, a razor-sharp satire by Brian Dykstra. When a billionaire offers a struggling theatre a fortune to “modernize” Shakespeare, an idealistic playwright, a pragmatic artistic director, and a moneyed mogul clash in a dazzling war of words. Packed with wit, searing social commentary, and a masterful command of language, this exhilarating comedy is a gem for theatre lovers and Shakespeare fans alike.

Bobby Previte leads a quartet exploring free improvisation.

Keith Pray - Saxophones
John Esposito - Piano
Otto Gardner - Acoustic Bass
Boby Previte - Drums

Every 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Sunday at 6 p.m. upstair at the Avalon Lounge!

You can visit the library for board games, cards, and more. Meet old friends and new for light refreshments, fun and games. All ages and skill levels welcome!

Dates/Times: Tuesdays, through April 29, 4 – 6pm

Location: In person, Hudson Area Library Community Room

Registration: No registration required.

A partnership with Verdigris Tea.

Opera by G.F. Handel, premiered at the King’s Theatre in London, 1724
Sung in Italian with English supertitles
Production by R.B. Schlather
With early music band Ruckus

April 19, 23 (matinee), 26, 27 (matinee), 30 (matinee), May 2, 2025

Opera director and Hudson resident R.B. Schlather reunites with early music band Ruckus in April 2025 for six performances of Handel’s baroque blockbuster GIULIO CESARE. Repeating the successful alchemy of RODELINDA (2023), Schlather brings together area residents, rising young stars, and some of the finest baroque interpreters today to share his passion for Handel in the intimacy of New York State’s oldest surviving theater.

From Director, R.B. Schlather:
“These characters may have ancient names, but they’re completely modern. Giulio Cesare is a wild ride—packed with intrigue, danger, seduction, sharp wit, and gut-wrenching drama. Think of it as Handel’s version of a pulp fiction thriller, inspired by Julius Caesar’s high-stakes escapades in Egypt and his scandalous love affair with the young, cunning Cleopatra. Back in Handel’s day, performers rocked contemporary fashion, played against minimal backdrops, and lit up the stage with raw charisma. People came for the thrill—the singers, the spectacle, the physicality, and the sheer energy of the music. That’s the vibe for this Handel series in Hudson: bold, visceral, and unapologetically thrilling.”

Rodney Alan Greenblat plays the Moog and electronics to create micro ambient works and Bliphop.
https://rodneyalangreenblat.bandcamp.com/

Rich Panish composes impressionist minimalist pieces with Adam Bert Schneider on guitar and Meghan Mercier on cello.
https://www.richpanish.com/about

You are invited to join us for songs, stories, and fun moves led by local musician, Abby Lappen, as we continue this joyful storytime. All are welcome! Date/Time: Thursdays, through June 26, 4 – 5pm (except June 19) Location: In person, Hudson Area Library Community Room Registration: Registration is appreciated, but not required. Email youth@hudsonarealibrary.org or call 518-828-1792 x101.

In partnership with the Jacob Leisler Institute, the Hudson Area Library presents a talk with Professor Jennifer Anderson exploring the historical transformations of Hempstead Plains–the only prairie in the northeast. Celebrated as a natural wonder by early Dutch and English settlers, these vast grasslands were initially regarded as a valuable shared resource, then as a barren wasteland, and now–long vanished–as one of the United State’s most populous suburbs.

Date/Time: Thursday, April 24, 6-7:30pm

Location: Hudson Area Library Community Room

Registration: No registration required. All are welcome.

A partnership with the Jacob Leisler Institute

A Battle of Art vs. Commerce—Told in Iambic Pentameter!

Catskill, New York's Bridge Street Theatre presents Polishing Shakespeare, a razor-sharp satire by Brian Dykstra. When a billionaire offers a struggling theatre a fortune to “modernize” Shakespeare, an idealistic playwright, a pragmatic artistic director, and a moneyed mogul clash in a dazzling war of words. Packed with wit, searing social commentary, and a masterful command of language, this exhilarating comedy is a gem for theatre lovers and Shakespeare fans alike.

A Battle of Art vs. Commerce—Told in Iambic Pentameter!

Bridge Street Theatre presents Polishing Shakespeare, a razor-sharp satire by Brian Dykstra. When a billionaire offers a struggling theatre a fortune to “modernize” Shakespeare, an idealistic playwright, a pragmatic artistic director, and a moneyed mogul clash in a dazzling war of words. Packed with wit, searing social commentary, and a masterful command of language, this exhilarating comedy is a gem for theatre lovers and Shakespeare fans alike.

Opera by G.F. Handel, premiered at the King’s Theatre in London, 1724
Sung in Italian with English supertitles
Production by R.B. Schlather
With early music band Ruckus

April 19, 23 (matinee), 26, 27 (matinee), 30 (matinee), May 2, 2025

Opera director and Hudson resident R.B. Schlather reunites with early music band Ruckus in April 2025 for six performances of Handel’s baroque blockbuster GIULIO CESARE. Repeating the successful alchemy of RODELINDA (2023), Schlather brings together area residents, rising young stars, and some of the finest baroque interpreters today to share his passion for Handel in the intimacy of New York State’s oldest surviving theater.

From Director, R.B. Schlather:
“These characters may have ancient names, but they’re completely modern. Giulio Cesare is a wild ride—packed with intrigue, danger, seduction, sharp wit, and gut-wrenching drama. Think of it as Handel’s version of a pulp fiction thriller, inspired by Julius Caesar’s high-stakes escapades in Egypt and his scandalous love affair with the young, cunning Cleopatra. Back in Handel’s day, performers rocked contemporary fashion, played against minimal backdrops, and lit up the stage with raw charisma. People came for the thrill—the singers, the spectacle, the physicality, and the sheer energy of the music. That’s the vibe for this Handel series in Hudson: bold, visceral, and unapologetically thrilling.”

Mini Horse Mania at the FASNY Museum of Firefighting in Hudson, NY! First, visit the adoption barn and learn all about how firefighters cared for fire horses. Then pick your own stuffed horse to adopt and call your own! Finally, meet the minis! You can visit our website for more information.

Downing Park Urban Farm hosts Newburgh Urban Farming Fair, a celebration of urban agriculture, sustainability, and community! Family-friendly activities, gardening workshops, local vendors, fresh food, and more!

Granja Urbana de Downing Park acogerá La Feria de Agricultura Urbana de Newburgh, una celebración de la agricultura urbana, la sostenibilidad y la comunidad. ¡Disfrute de actividades familiares, talleres de jardinería, vendedores locales, comida fresca y más!

More information is available at NUFFI.org.

THAT TIME OF YEAR is a quarterly-ish reading series featuring writers sharing work around a theme. April’s theme is “Wild cards.” Featuring writers Gideon Jacobs, Rachel Lyon, Lynne Tillman

GIDEON JACOBS writes fiction and nonfiction, contributing to The New Yorker, The New York Times, Artforum, BOMB Magazine, The LA Review of Books, and others. He is currently working on a novel about images.

RACHEL LYON is the author of Self-Portrait with Boy, a finalist for the Center for Fiction's 2018 First Novel Prize, and Fruit of the Dead, which the NY Times called “superb” and “refreshing.”

LYNNE TILLMAN’S recent books include Men and Apparitions, MOTHERCARE, and Thrilled to Death, published this spring. Her essays and stories appear in Aperture, Bookforum, Frieze, N+1, Granta, among many others. Tillman has received a Guggenheim Fellowship and The Academy of Arts & Letters Katherine Anne Porter Prize for contributions to literature.

THAT TIME OF YEAR is hosted by Andrea Kleine.

More information: on Instagram @thattimeofyearseries and on the web at thespottydog.com

A Battle of Art vs. Commerce—Told in Iambic Pentameter!

Bridge Street Theatre presents Polishing Shakespeare, a razor-sharp satire by Brian Dykstra. When a billionaire offers a struggling theatre a fortune to “modernize” Shakespeare, an idealistic playwright, a pragmatic artistic director, and a moneyed mogul clash in a dazzling war of words. Packed with wit, searing social commentary, and a masterful command of language, this exhilarating comedy is a gem for theatre lovers and Shakespeare fans alike.

Opera by G.F. Handel, premiered at the King’s Theatre in London, 1724
Sung in Italian with English supertitles
Production by R.B. Schlather
With early music band Ruckus

April 19, 23 (matinee), 26, 27 (matinee), 30 (matinee), May 2, 2025

Opera director and Hudson resident R.B. Schlather reunites with early music band Ruckus in April 2025 for six performances of Handel’s baroque blockbuster GIULIO CESARE. Repeating the successful alchemy of RODELINDA (2023), Schlather brings together area residents, rising young stars, and some of the finest baroque interpreters today to share his passion for Handel in the intimacy of New York State’s oldest surviving theater.

From Director, R.B. Schlather:
“These characters may have ancient names, but they’re completely modern. Giulio Cesare is a wild ride—packed with intrigue, danger, seduction, sharp wit, and gut-wrenching drama. Think of it as Handel’s version of a pulp fiction thriller, inspired by Julius Caesar’s high-stakes escapades in Egypt and his scandalous love affair with the young, cunning Cleopatra. Back in Handel’s day, performers rocked contemporary fashion, played against minimal backdrops, and lit up the stage with raw charisma. People came for the thrill—the singers, the spectacle, the physicality, and the sheer energy of the music. That’s the vibe for this Handel series in Hudson: bold, visceral, and unapologetically thrilling.”

Celebrate Earth Day, Arbor Day, and National Volunteer week at the Huyck Preserve! Discover three fun ways you can help the Preserve and the environment around you! This event is geared towards adults looking to make a difference. Whether you are a first time volunteer or an experienced veteran, this event will inspire positive change and equip you with the tools you need to take action.

Random Harvest in Craryville, NY is proud to present performances by revered local musicians P.G. Six and Wednesday Knudsen on Sunday April 27 from 2 – 5 pm in the upstairs community space. The performances celebrate “The Asking Eye,” a solo exhibition from Berkshires photographer Daniel Karp. Donations are suggested bu no one will be turned away for lack of funds. 100% of door funds will be donated to families in Gaza. DJ Jeff Economy from WGXC’s Snackpoint Charlie will play music from the Middle East, Africa and beyond. Pesto for Palestine pizzas will be for sale (vegan and GF options available), with all funds going to mutual aid. Daniel Karp’s photographs are available for purchase, and flyers for the families we are supporting, with photos, bios and QR codes linking to their verified fundraising campaigns, adorn the walls. The event and exhibition are co-sponsored by Columbia County for Palestine.

“The Asking Eye,” which runs through Sunday May 4, has already raised more than $1500 for families and mutual aid orgs. By juxtaposing Daniel’s photographs of local landscapes with stories of families afflicted by war, we encourage viewers to connect our local lives and values with the devasting impacts of American foreign policy.

The Gaza Strip is about to enter its third month of complete blockade, with no food, medicine, or supplies of any sort allowed through its crossings. Famine is widespread. Direct donations to family campaigns are one of the most effective ways to supply desperately needed funds to the population.

Pat Gubler is P.G. Six – a guitarist and songwriter who’s been making music almost all his life. He started playing out in the ‘90s, with Memphis Luxure and Tower Recordings. The first P.G. album came in 2001; there are six in total, played solo and with others. Pat’s also played with Metal Mountains, Wet Tuna, Garcia Peoples and Weeping Bong Band. Murmurs & Whispers was released by Drag City Records in 2023.

Wednesday Knudsen, known for her work in Pigeons, Weeping Bong Band, and Bulle, describes her music as “pastel modes, slightly dissonant.”

A Battle of Art vs. Commerce—Told in Iambic Pentameter!

Bridge Street Theatre presents Polishing Shakespeare, a razor-sharp satire by Brian Dykstra. When a billionaire offers a struggling theatre a fortune to “modernize” Shakespeare, an idealistic playwright, a pragmatic artistic director, and a moneyed mogul clash in a dazzling war of words. Packed with wit, searing social commentary, and a masterful command of language, this exhilarating comedy is a gem for theatre lovers and Shakespeare fans alike.

Bobby Previte leads a quartet exploring free improvisation.

Keith Pray - Saxophones
John Esposito - Piano
Otto Gardner - Acoustic Bass
Boby Previte - Drums

Every 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Sunday at 6 p.m. upstair at the Avalon Lounge!

You can visit the library for board games, cards, and more. Meet old friends and new for light refreshments, fun and games. All ages and skill levels welcome!

Dates/Times: Tuesdays, through April 29, 4 – 6pm

Location: In person, Hudson Area Library Community Room

Registration: No registration required.

A partnership with Verdigris Tea.

For performing artists and anyone that wants to meet fellow creatives - welcome to the first Minute Mixer! We are inviting attendees that would like to introduce themselves through performance to bring 1 minute of material for the stage. We'll have a timer and you can use your minute in any way you'd like. Put your name on the sign up sheet when you arrive for stage time. Donations suggested.

Reservations can be made at the following link:

Opera by G.F. Handel, premiered at the King’s Theatre in London, 1724
Sung in Italian with English supertitles
Production by R.B. Schlather
With early music band Ruckus

April 19, 23 (matinee), 26, 27 (matinee), 30 (matinee), May 2, 2025

Opera director and Hudson resident R.B. Schlather reunites with early music band Ruckus in April 2025 for six performances of Handel’s baroque blockbuster GIULIO CESARE. Repeating the successful alchemy of RODELINDA (2023), Schlather brings together area residents, rising young stars, and some of the finest baroque interpreters today to share his passion for Handel in the intimacy of New York State’s oldest surviving theater.

From Director, R.B. Schlather:
“These characters may have ancient names, but they’re completely modern. Giulio Cesare is a wild ride—packed with intrigue, danger, seduction, sharp wit, and gut-wrenching drama. Think of it as Handel’s version of a pulp fiction thriller, inspired by Julius Caesar’s high-stakes escapades in Egypt and his scandalous love affair with the young, cunning Cleopatra. Back in Handel’s day, performers rocked contemporary fashion, played against minimal backdrops, and lit up the stage with raw charisma. People came for the thrill—the singers, the spectacle, the physicality, and the sheer energy of the music. That’s the vibe for this Handel series in Hudson: bold, visceral, and unapologetically thrilling.”

Children and families are invited to join Hudson Valley author Stephanie Seales as she reads her Caldecott Honor and Coretta Scott King Award-winning picture book, My Daddy Is a Cowboy. Stephanie will also lead a craft based on mola, a Panamanian art form that features in her book. Location: Hudson Area Library Community Room

Registration: Reserve your seats by contacting programs@hudsonarealibrary.org or 518-828-1792 x101

Coxsackie Athens School District will be hosting a Transition Night for students with disabilities at Coxsackie-Athens High School on 4/30/25 from 6pm - 7:30pm. We will have different community organizations set up in our High School Cafeteria for students, parents, and educators to visit and receive information on transition services, community resources and other information for students with disabilities. Light refreshments will be provided

You're invited to join Stewardship Coordinator Garrett Chisholm every Thursday to help tackle the invasive species that threaten the health of the Preserve. Volunteers will learn how to identify and manage a different invasive species every week.
Taking place at the Lake Myosotis Boat Launch.

You are invited to join us for songs, stories, and fun moves led by local musician, Abby Lappen, as we continue this joyful storytime. All are welcome! Date/Time: Thursdays, through June 26, 4 – 5pm (except June 19) Location: In person, Hudson Area Library Community Room Registration: Registration is appreciated, but not required. Email youth@hudsonarealibrary.org or call 518-828-1792 x101.

National Day of Prayer: Praying for our nation
401 Union Street, Hudson, NY

More information at (518)653-2008

Please Note: Registration is now full. If you'd like to be placed on a waiting list, please contact info@wavefarm.org

Develop sound skills to share your story through best practices for recording, editing, and live radio.

• First Thursdays of the month, 6 - 8 p.m. February - November 2025
• WGXC Catskill Studio 393 Main Street Catskill, NY 12414
• Registration limited to 15 participants per session. No experience required.
• Instructor: Jen Kutler, Wave Farm Technical Director
• Questions: Email Meredith Kooi, meredith@wavefarm.org

February 6, 2025: Basic Audio Concepts 

Session objectives include an overview of common and useful terms related to acoustic, electronic, and digital ecologies, with a technical focus on audio transduction and microphone varieties. Additional topics for discussion include psychoacoustics—the branch of science studying the psychological responses associated with sound—with a focus on physical spatial considerations and panning/width in recording.

March 6, 2025: Filters

Session objectives include an introduction to common concepts related to filters in audio production, including frequency response, polar pattern, and equalization. Participants will also learn about The Fletcher Munson Curve, frequency masking, and infrasound, and how to apply these concepts to your work. We will also consider recording height and how to address unwanted plosives and sibilance.

April 3, 2025: Considering Loudness when Recording

Session objectives include strategies for achieving desired “depth” in your recordings. Topics include gain staging, dynamic range, compression, and the concept of distance in recording, including reverb and distortion.

May 1, 2025: Editing Bootcamp

Editing bootcamp! We will cover hotkeys, fades, matching takes, punching in/out, layering tracks, and bus processing. Participants will learn shortcuts for quicker and better edits, as well as bulk import/export strategies.

June 5, 2025: Creative processing

Session objectives include strategies for creating your own audio effects (FX). Topics include delays, filters, autopan, and time stretching. Participants will learn about sequences FX and FX automation in order to achieve the sounds you are imagining.

July 3, 2025: Multitrack Mixing

Session objectives include strategies for mixing multitrack sessions for full height, width, and depth without murkiness. The goal of this session is to understand how to make multiple tracks fit together in a mix. Attendees will participate in critical listening for frequency range, dynamics, and headroom.

August 7, 2025: The Physical Components of Recording Audio

Session objectives include an overview of crucial care and maintenance of recording equipment to ensure longevity of your tools, including a hands-on introduction to soldering and light electronic repairs.

September 4, 2025: The Intangible Components of Recording Audio

Session objectives include discussions about analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion and digital audio processing. Specific topics will include block size, sample rate, bit depth, compression, streaming, and physical media. Additional topics include how best to manage computer resources in large sessions, latency for high track count, and CPU intensive processing.

October 2, 2025: Understanding Monitoring Sources and Taking it to the Stage

Session objectives include a conceptual overview of possible monitoring sources: speakers, headphones, and subwoofers, as well as the impacts of the space or room on your recording quality. Additional topics will include techniques for recording live performance, including ringing out microphones, PA system safety, microphone techniques, and streaming.

November 6, 2025: Taking It to the Field

Session objectives include field recording tools, principles, refinement, and processing.

Jen Kutler is a multidisciplinary artist and Technical Director of Wave Farm. Kutler modifies found objects that are cultural signifiers of power, gender, queerness, and intimacy to create atypical instruments and sculptures. Her performances feature many of her instruments incorporated with immersive field recordings to explore common and discrepant experiences of familiar social tones in immersive sound and media environments. You can learn more about her at jenkutler.com.

Wave Farm programs are made possible, in part, by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature; the National Endowment for the Arts; the Greene County Legislature through the Greene County Cultural Fund; the Alexander and Marjorie Hover Foundation; and hundreds of other generous individual donors, including WGXC Monthly Supporters, who provide critical monthly support to Wave Farm's radio station WGXC 90.7-FM. A special acknowledgment to the Alexander and Marjorie Hover Foundation for their support of the the All Things Audio workshop series.

Opera by G.F. Handel, premiered at the King’s Theatre in London, 1724
Sung in Italian with English supertitles
Production by R.B. Schlather
With early music band Ruckus

April 19, 23 (matinee), 26, 27 (matinee), 30 (matinee), May 2, 2025

Opera director and Hudson resident R.B. Schlather reunites with early music band Ruckus in April 2025 for six performances of Handel’s baroque blockbuster GIULIO CESARE. Repeating the successful alchemy of RODELINDA (2023), Schlather brings together area residents, rising young stars, and some of the finest baroque interpreters today to share his passion for Handel in the intimacy of New York State’s oldest surviving theater.

From Director, R.B. Schlather:
“These characters may have ancient names, but they’re completely modern. Giulio Cesare is a wild ride—packed with intrigue, danger, seduction, sharp wit, and gut-wrenching drama. Think of it as Handel’s version of a pulp fiction thriller, inspired by Julius Caesar’s high-stakes escapades in Egypt and his scandalous love affair with the young, cunning Cleopatra. Back in Handel’s day, performers rocked contemporary fashion, played against minimal backdrops, and lit up the stage with raw charisma. People came for the thrill—the singers, the spectacle, the physicality, and the sheer energy of the music. That’s the vibe for this Handel series in Hudson: bold, visceral, and unapologetically thrilling.”

A transformative event designed for women entrepreneurs and creatives who are ready to step away from overwhelm and create a life and business that truly feel good.

You're invited to join an intimate gathering of 40 like-minded women for real conversations, powerful insights, and actionable strategies to bring more harmony and ease into your life and business.

Go from Balance to Harmony: Bringing More Joy Into Your Life
with Robin Fischman, Holistic Health Coach

Work-life balance? It’s a myth. But creating a life that actually feels good—one where your work, passions, and personal time flow together in a way that energizes you? That’s possible.

How You’re Sabotaging Yourself with Overwork—And How to Create More Ease Instead
with Hazel Sy, Business Strategy and Leadership Coach

You don’t have to hustle harder to create the life you want. You just need to rewire the mindset that’s been holding you back.

Limited to 40 spots—Reservations required!

Come for the insights, stay for the community.

In-person event | For entry price and more info visit the link below

Your invited to kick off GoCoCo with us!

GoCoCo is a brand-new website dedicated to helping people find their next favorite place in Columbia County. For the first time, users will be able to filter all the county’s outdoor spaces by their favorite activities like fishing, hiking, hunting, or swimming or by amenities like ADA-accessible trails, picnic tables, and bathrooms. In addition to the handy search features, the site also includes a blog with useful updates about outdoor recreation in every season, tips for enjoying nature safely and respectfully, and information about volunteering.

ArtEast May Open Studio Tour
Poughquaq, Pawling, and Millbrook, NY
Contact: Karen Madden at 845.206.3298 or dutchessarteast@gmail.com

“Creativity takes courage”……Henri Matisse The ArtEast May Studios Tour, formally known as ArtmostNY Open Studio Tour, is a group of working artists who will be opening their studio doors for two very busy days in May during which you can visit while they work. They want you to get a sense of their challenges in realizing their vision. It might be dirty, noisy, and chaotic but it will not be dull.
This event offers a rare opportunity to step inside the working studios of some of New York's most talented and innovative artists whose studios are right here in eastern Dutchess County. You'll have the opportunity to meet the artists, ask questions, and learn about their techniques and inspirations. Each artist will be working on a project that will show you what it’s like to work in that medium. Sculptors of stone, metal, fiber, clay and who knows what materials will be found in the studios of Brian Wohrman, Bob Madden, Karen Madden, and David Tumblety. All using varying and interesting techniques.

Bill Prickett does iphone art and is working with AI technology, a whole new world.
Donna Castelluccio is a mixed media artist, using upcycled materials, coming up with works you have not seen before.
Check the website link at the bottom for the most up-to-date list of artists, their art and their locations and contact information.

Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply looking for a fun and enriching way to spend an afternoon, you'll enjoy the ArtEast May Open Studio Tour. You can join the artists for a day of inspiration, creativity, and artistic exploration!
What a great way to kickoff upcoming ArtEast Open Tour events in the 2025 art season!

A Weekend of Music, Celebration, and Community
You are invited to join us for a vibrant celebration of spring at the Annual Spring Wassail Balkan Dance Party, hosted by Stone Ridge Orchard, on May 3rd and 4th, 2025, from 2 PM until the wee hours each day.
This unique event blends ancient tradition with joyous revelry, featuring live Balkan music, traditional dancing, hard cider tastings, Balkan cuisine, and a Celtic tree-blessing ritual honoring the changing season and the orchard’s bounty. Guests are invited to sing to the trees, dance, feast, and celebrate Djurdjevdan/Herdelezi (St. George’s Day) in true Balkan style.

Musical performances include:
Zlatne Uste – A thrilling 12-piece Balkan brass band
Romski Boji – Macedonian Romani music featuring Seido Salifoski
The Vanaver Caravan – Folk dance and music with Bill and Livia Vanaver
(Lineup subject to change)

Additionally this year: A community singing workshop, open to all voices and experience levels A Balkan Marketplace with local artisans, traditional goods, and regional vendors

ArtEast May Open Studio Tour
Poughquaq, Pawling, and Millbrook, NY
Contact: Karen Madden at 845.206.3298 or dutchessarteast@gmail.com

“Creativity takes courage”……Henri Matisse The ArtEast May Studios Tour, formally known as ArtmostNY Open Studio Tour, is a group of working artists who will be opening their studio doors for two very busy days in May during which you can visit while they work. They want you to get a sense of their challenges in realizing their vision. It might be dirty, noisy, and chaotic but it will not be dull.
This event offers a rare opportunity to step inside the working studios of some of New York's most talented and innovative artists whose studios are right here in eastern Dutchess County. You'll have the opportunity to meet the artists, ask questions, and learn about their techniques and inspirations. Each artist will be working on a project that will show you what it’s like to work in that medium. Sculptors of stone, metal, fiber, clay and who knows what materials will be found in the studios of Brian Wohrman, Bob Madden, Karen Madden, and David Tumblety. All using varying and interesting techniques.

Bill Prickett does iphone art and is working with AI technology, a whole new world.
Donna Castelluccio is a mixed media artist, using upcycled materials, coming up with works you have not seen before.
Check the website link at the bottom for the most up-to-date list of artists, their art and their locations and contact information.

Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply looking for a fun and enriching way to spend an afternoon, you'll enjoy the ArtEast May Open Studio Tour. You can join the artists for a day of inspiration, creativity, and artistic exploration!
What a great way to kickoff upcoming ArtEast Open Tour events in the 2025 art season!

A Weekend of Music, Celebration, and Community
You are invited to join us for a vibrant celebration of spring at the Annual Spring Wassail Balkan Dance Party, hosted by Stone Ridge Orchard, on May 3rd and 4th, 2025, from 2 PM until the wee hours each day.
This unique event blends ancient tradition with joyous revelry, featuring live Balkan music, traditional dancing, hard cider tastings, Balkan cuisine, and a Celtic tree-blessing ritual honoring the changing season and the orchard’s bounty. Guests are invited to sing to the trees, dance, feast, and celebrate Djurdjevdan/Herdelezi (St. George’s Day) in true Balkan style.

Musical performances include:
Zlatne Uste – A thrilling 12-piece Balkan brass band
Romski Boji – Macedonian Romani music featuring Seido Salifoski
The Vanaver Caravan – Folk dance and music with Bill and Livia Vanaver
(Lineup subject to change)

Additionally this year: A community singing workshop, open to all voices and experience levels A Balkan Marketplace with local artisans, traditional goods, and regional vendors

Funds from this event will support Columbia County Sanctuary Movement’s mission to empower, defend, and strengthen our immigrant communities.

In the face of the largest deportation campaign in US history, it is more critical than ever to support CCSM’s work, providing Know Your Rights Workshops, legal defense, and support for the whole immigration experience from food insecurity, to navigating American systems such as the DMV, and medical appointments.

Featuring the Film BORDERLAND | The Line Within (2024), the latest feature documentary from filmmaker Pamela Yates. Followed by a Discussion with Director, Pamela Yates and Producer, Paco de Onís.

Bobby Previte and Michael Kammers lead a new and exciting big band. From Strauss to Ellington to Johnny Winter via John Barry. Expect everything. First Sunday of every month, downstairs at the Avalon Lounge.

Conducted by Giulia Palladini, Wave Farm Community Engagement Radio Art Fellow

PLEASE NOTE: This workshop is now at capacity. Email info@wavefarm.org to be added to the waitlist.

Looking at and listening to historical audio fragments from an international group of leaders who used fascist tactics to forward their personal agendas, this workshop aims to collectively create a new radio archive of resistance, informed by and learning from the past, to establish a strategy and hope for the future.

Inspired by Walter Benjamin’s and Bertolt Brecht’s belief in the potential of radio as an instrument of political education and popular knowledge production, this workshop mobilizes the listeners as experts, not as a product of scholarly knowledge but through personal and common histories.

Conducted via Zoom, the workshop will take place in three sessions. Participants are strongly encouraged to attend all three.
 

May 7, 2025, 6 - 8:00 p.m. EST Collective Listening 
Participants will listen to submissions from an open call assembling audio excerpts from historical and contemporary speeches from leaders such as Benito Mussolini, Augusto Pinochet, Donald Trump, Giorgia Meloni, Javier Milei, Jair Bolsonaro, Elon Musk, but also acoustic traces from our everyday life, such as recordings from peers, events, news outlets, or even quotes from social media read out loud. As a group, listeners will point at and identify returning tropes, and make them available for critical recognition, deconstruction.

May 9, 2025, 6 - 8:00 p.m. EST Resistance Radio
Participants will propose and present materials from historical and contemporary antifascist resistance. These materials will be sourced from the Wave Farm archives as well as from personal and public sound archives: they may include historical speeches, partisan songs, poetry, manifestos, etc. The materials may be already available in audio form, or may be read out loud by participants and recorded during the workshop, in case the audio is not available and the proposed material exists only in textual form.

May 10, 2025, 6 - 8:00 p.m. EST Broadcast Preparation
Participants will draw from the workshop discussions to collectively identify vital nodes and produce an archive for contemporary antifascist resistance which will also inform facilitator Giulia Palladini's introduction to the episode of The Radio Art Hour produced in conjunction with her fellowship. The Radio Art Hour airs weekly on WGXC 90.7-FM and is syndicated to other stations through the Pacifica Network. 

Giulia Palladini is a writer, researcher and educator, working between different languages, fields of knowledge and practices of production and reproduction in art and social life. Her work strives for a situated and affective approach to writing, teaching and critical theory.

You're invited to join Stewardship Coordinator Garrett Chisholm every Thursday to help tackle the invasive species that threaten the health of the Preserve. Volunteers will learn how to identify and manage a different invasive species every week.
Taking place at the Lake Myosotis Boat Launch.

You are invited to join us for songs, stories, and fun moves led by local musician, Abby Lappen, as we continue this joyful storytime. All are welcome! Date/Time: Thursdays, through June 26, 4 – 5pm (except June 19) Location: In person, Hudson Area Library Community Room Registration: Registration is appreciated, but not required. Email youth@hudsonarealibrary.org or call 518-828-1792 x101.

Enjoy a mindful evening at Overmountain!

You are welcome to join Joy Solomon, certified mindfulness meditation teacher, for a guided thirty-minute meditation practice inspired by and overlooking stunning Catskill Mountain views. Drawing from over ten years of meditation teaching experience and countless hours exploring trails and trees, this accessible practice will be grounded in nature.

Whether new to meditation or seasoned with an established practice, this program offers a unique opportunity to experience stillness amid the wonder of nature. No prior experience is necessary!

Born Thanksgiving Weekend 2013 as the Anti-Black Friday big sister goddess, Basilica Farm & Flea is part timeless flea market, part farmer’s market, part 21st century craft and design fair. Each market features a diverse group of regional vendors selling their handmade & collected wares alongside locally-sourced, farm-fresh foods. With over 10,000 square feet of raw space that has been historically and sustainably renovated, Basilica Farm & Flea is the only market of this scale in the region, and is an integral part of Basilica Hudson’s arts and cultural programs.

You are invited to join us on Saturday, May 10 from 5–6:30 PM in the Art Omi Studio Barn for an Art Omi: Writers Reading with the May cohort of Writers-in-Residence! This international group of authors will read a selection of new and in-progress works in various genres and often, other languages.

Listen in on a unique collection of moving, humorous, inventive, and unexpected literary voices drawing on various cultural contexts.The Studio Barn is located at the intersection of County Route 22 and Letter S Road, 300 yards north of our main entrance at 1405 County Route 22 in Ghent, NY. Parking on the grass is available next to the Studio Barn, and a parking attendant will be onsite to guide traffic.

The Studio Barn is ADA-accessible. If you would like assistance, please inform the parking attendant and we will be happy to bring you to the event from your car in a golf cart.

Born Thanksgiving Weekend 2013 as the Anti-Black Friday big sister goddess, Basilica Farm & Flea is part timeless flea market, part farmer’s market, part 21st century craft and design fair. Each market features a diverse group of regional vendors selling their handmade & collected wares alongside locally-sourced, farm-fresh foods. With over 10,000 square feet of raw space that has been historically and sustainably renovated, Basilica Farm & Flea is the only market of this scale in the region, and is an integral part of Basilica Hudson’s arts and cultural programs.

Bobby Previte leads a quartet exploring free improvisation.

Keith Pray - Saxophones
John Esposito - Piano
Otto Gardner - Acoustic Bass
Boby Previte - Drums

Every 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Sunday at 6 p.m. upstair at the Avalon Lounge!

In this month’s Little Wonders Storytime, Mr. Purple will read "Lola Plants a Garden" by Anna McQuinn, and he’ll lead a mini garden activity! Children will plant seeds in small cups, decorate plant markers, and learn about the life cycle of plants while exploring sensory play with soil.

Location: In person, Hudson Area Library Community Room
Little Wonders Story Time: Every 2nd Wednesday at 10am (Until October 8th)

Registration: Space is limited and registration is required. You can email programs@hudsonarealibrary.org or call 518-828-1792 x102.

This program is presented by Family Resource Center’s Literacy Voyage Program, with support from the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation.

You're invited to join Stewardship Coordinator Garrett Chisholm every Thursday to help tackle the invasive species that threaten the health of the Preserve. Volunteers will learn how to identify and manage a different invasive species every week.
Taking place at the Lake Myosotis Boat Launch.

You are invited to join us for songs, stories, and fun moves led by local musician, Abby Lappen, as we continue this joyful storytime. All are welcome! Date/Time: Thursdays, through June 26, 4 – 5pm (except June 19) Location: In person, Hudson Area Library Community Room Registration: Registration is appreciated, but not required. Email youth@hudsonarealibrary.org or call 518-828-1792 x101.

Wildflower expert Chris Schiralli returns to celebrate the peak of spring at the Huyck Preserve. Join us for this gentle walk in search of some of our favorite flowers.

Suggested donation for non-members. Event capped at 20 people; registration is required.

TRIFORM CAMPHILL in Hudson, is hosting an open house community day on May 17th from 10am-2pm. It will be a great day of free activities and fun for all ages, with tours of their biodynamic farm and campus at 10:15am and 12:45pm. Experience pottery and weaving workshops, mini horses and farm animals, maypole dancing, a handmade crafts marketplace, face painting, music, and more.

Triform is an intentional, land-based community of people with and without disabilities living and working together. Picnics and enjoyment encouraged!

Volunteer season kick-off
Taghkanic property

Together, we will break ground at a to-be-opened property in Taghkanic with a large-scale, native tree and shrub planting project. There will be many ways to help out, the chance to get to know fellow volunteers, and opportunities to learn about native plant species, proper planting methods, and tree care tips. Volunteers of all experience levels are encouraged to attend!

Lunch will be provided at noon, along with an overview of the property, plans for the future community forest, and opportunities to support the long-term care of the public site.

Visit the link below for more info

Bobby Previte leads a quartet exploring free improvisation.

Keith Pray - Saxophones
John Esposito - Piano
Otto Gardner - Acoustic Bass
Boby Previte - Drums

Every 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Sunday at 6 p.m. upstair at the Avalon Lounge!