Classes, Clubs and Workshops

Unless otherwise noted, all phone numbers are in the 845 area code.

A cappella Chorus for Women, Song of the Valley Sweet Adelines at the
Valley View Center for Nursing Care, Goshen, Tuesdays, 7:15-10 p.m. Award-winning chorus sings four-part harmony. Call 227.2853 or 496.7573 for information.

Acupuncture Clinic at Northern Dutchess Hospital, Women’s View Montgomery St. Health Annex, Rhinebeck, Mondays 10am-12pm. Evaluation and development of a plan of care to treat many acute conditions. Call 871.4380 for fee and registration information.

Adult Art Classes at the Newburgh Jewish Community Center, 68 Stewart Ave, Newburgh, Wednesdays at 9:30am. Call 561.6602 for information.

Advanced Qi Gong at Benedictine Hospital ’s Administrative Services Building, Ground Floor Auditorium,105 Mary’s Avenue, Kingston, Tuesdays 7–8pm. Call the Oncology Support Program at 339-2071 ext. 100 for more information.

American Bikers Aimed Toward Education (ABATE) at the Orange Inn, Main St., Goshen, the first Tuesday and third Thursday of the month, 7pm. Dedicated to the protection of New York motorcyclists’ individual rights through political awareness, charitable works and public education. Call Sonny at 651.4657 or log onto www.abateny.org for information.

Amnesty International (Orange County Chapter) at the Chester Diner, 67 Brookside Ave. (Rte 17M) Chester, 8pm, the second Tuesday of each month. Call 342.4841 or click here for information.

“Anime in Action” at the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St., Newburgh. Discussions on the latest innovations in films and techniques and trends in Japanese animation for adults and teens 16 and over. Call 563.3609 or 563.3638 for dates and times.

Arts in Wellness Program at the Cancer Support House, 80 Mary’s Ave., Kingston. Free Art Workshops for women and men with breast cancer. Call 339-2071 ext. 100 for information.

Become a Minyanaire! at the Delamater Inn Conference Center, Rte 9, Rhinebeck. Guarantees the best Kiddush in town. Sponsored by the Rhinebeck Jewish Center. Call 876.7666 or log onto www.rhinebeckjewishcenter.com for information.

Blooming Grove Senior Quilters at the Blooming Grove Senior Center, 4 Horton Rd., Blooming Grove, Mondays 10am. Call 496.9117 or 496.7848 for information.

Breastfeeding Classes at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh campus, sixth-floor birthing center. Call 568-2205 for information.

Bridge Club at the Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, every Monday, 10am-12:30pm. Call 831.4988 for information.

Cardio Connection at Northern Dutchess Hospital’s Wellness Center, 6511 Springbrook Ave., Rhinebeck, Tuesdays, 5:30pm. A 50-minute beginner/intermediate aerobic exercise class set to current pop music to help you lose weight, improve stamina and strengthen your heart. Call 871.4300 for fee information.

Cardiopulmonary Yoga at Helen Hayes Hospital, West Haverstraw, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2pm-3:15pm. For individuals with cardiac and pulmonary conditions. Call Karen Roth at 786.4487 for additional information.

Career Connections at the Jewish Community Center of Orange County, 118 River Rd., Suite 11, Harriman, the third Thursday of each month, 7:30pm. A networking group that meets monthly for jobseekers or those looking for a career change, Call 783.6522 for information.

Ceramics I Class at the ARTS Center of the Greater Hudson Valley, 7392 S. Broadway, Red Hook, Mondays 11am-2pm. Learn the basics of working with clay, hand building, wheel throwing and glazing techniques. Wear old clothes and bring your enthusiasm. Call 758.8708 for information.

Chess Review at the East Fishkill Community Library 348 Rt. 376, Hopewell Junction, every Tuesday 2-4pm. Learn or refresh chess skills with Dick Heverly and play for fun or competition. Open to all levels. Reservations required. Call 221.9943 for registration information.

Clay Beads and Beyond Class at the ARTS Center of the Greater Hudson Valley, 7392 S. Broadway, Red Hook, Mondays 11am-2pm. Create intimate objects such as buttons, beads, pendants and small-scale sculpture or create small pieces for a larger project. At the end of the session, participants will be invited to complete and display in an exhibition.enthusiasm. Call 758.8708 for information.

Collage Class at the ARTS Center of the Greater Hudson Valley, 7392 S. Broadway, Red Hook, Tuesdays 11am-2pm. Create intimate objects such as buttons, beads, pendants and small-scale sculpture or create small pieces for a larger project. At the end of the session, participants will be invited to complete and display in an exhibition. Call 758.8708 for registration information.

Country Line Dancing at the Town of Newburgh Recreation Center, Rt. 300, Newburgh, Wednesdays 7:45-10pm. Call 564.7815 for information.

Expectant Parent Classes at Orange regional Medical Center, Middletown and Goshen. Tuesday evenings throughout the year. Call 888.321.6762 for date, time and registration information.

Drawing 1 Class at the ARTS Center of the Greater Hudson Valley, 7392 S. Broadway, Red Hook, Mondays 6-7pm. For individuals who have no prior experience in tghe arts. Call 758.8708 for registration information.

Drum & Dance Gathering at The Living Seed Yoga & Holistic Center, 521 Main St., New Paltz, the third Friday of each month, 8-11pm. Call 255.8212 or log onto www.thelivingseed.com for information.

Expectant Parent Classes at Orange Regional Medical Center, Horton Campus Auditorium, 60 Prospect Ave. Middletown, 7-9pm. Features mother/baby care, Cesarean birth, epidural anesthesia, breastfeeding and more. Five-week sessions (with optional CPR class) through December. Call 888.321.ORMC (6762) for registration information.

Ezekiel’s Wheels, the Mid-Hudson Chapter of the Christian Motorcyclists Association at the Plaza Diner, Rt. 299, New Paltz, the third Monday of each month. Dinner and fellowship at 6pm; meeting, 7pm. Call Kurt and Sue at 255.6465 for information.

Film Discussions with the American Association of University Women at the Unitarian Universalist Church, Sawmill Rd., Kingston, the second Sunday of each month, 5:30pm. Bring a covered dish. Call 331.0150 for information.

Gentle Yoga at Benedictine Hospital, Administrative Services Building, Ground Floor Auditorium, 105 Mary’s Ave., Kingston, Wednesdays 9:30-10:45am. Call 339.2071 ext 100 for information.

“Get Real Weight Results” at Northern Dutchess Hospital, Rhinebeck, Wednesdays 11am or 7:30pm. A five-week fitness and nutrition program that includes unlimited use of the hospital’s medically based fitness center. Call 871.3600 for fee and other information.

Healthy Heart Program at Orange Regional Medical Center’s Community Health Education Center, 110 Crystal Run Rd., Middletown, 12-2:45pm. Cardiac risk factors assessed and education on heart-healthy lifestyle changes. Call 888.321.ORMC (6762) for appointment and registration information.

Hudson River Skies art class at the Class at the ARTS Center of the Greater Hudson Valley, 7392 S. Broadway, Red Hook, Tuesdays 11am-3pm. Learn how gto paint in the style of the famous Hudson Valley Landscape Painters. At the end of the session, participants will be invited to complete and display in an exhibition. Call 758.8708 for registration information.

Hudson Valley Iris & Daylily Society at Marlboro Free Library, 1251 Rt. 9W, Marlboro, the first Sunday of each month. Call 236.7272 for time.

Hudson Valley Needlers Chapter of American Needlepoint Guild at 17 Parkwood Blvd., Poughkeepsie. Call Lynn at 471.0871 for information.

Kabbalistic Healing Workshops at 11 Woodward Rd., Poughkeepsie, every other Thursday, May 29 through August 14, 6-8pm. With internationally recognized healer, teacher and modern Kabbalist Jason Shulman based on the integrated teachings of Kabbalah, non-dual Buddhism, Western psychology and Christian mysticism with the discoveries of modern science. Call 485.5933 for fee and registration information.

Knit @ Night evening knitting group at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rt. 376, Hopewell Junction, the second Wednesday of the month, 7pm. Call 221.9943 or log onto www.EastFishkillLibrary.org for registration information.

Knit ‘n Knosh daytime knitting group at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rt. 376, Hopewell Junction, Thursdays, 12pm. Call 221.9943 or log onto www.EastFishkillLibrary.org for registration information.

Knitting Club at the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St., Newburgh, the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 7-8:30pm. No registration required, bring your own knitting needles and yarn. Call 563.3623 for information.

Lindy Hop Thursdays at The Muddy Cup Coffeehouse, 516 Broadway, Kingston, Thursdays 8-10pm. Beginner assistance available and no partner necessary. Call 338.3881 or log onto their website for information.

Mid Hudson Graphic Arts Association dinner meetings at area restaurants the second Thursday of each month. Call Ray Lauria at 227.9165 for information.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group at St. Lukes Cornwall Hospital Cornwall Campus, Conference Room B the first Wednesday of every month from 6:30-8pm. Call 568.2561 to register or for information.

Mid-Hudson Wood Carvers Guild at Little Pat’s Preschool, 121 Harriman Heights Rd. Monroe, Wednesdays , 7pm. Call 534.4051 for information.

Monroe-Woodbury Garden Club at the Central Valley United Methodist Church, Smith Clove Rd., Central Valley, the first Tuesday of each month, 7:30pm. Call 928.9689 for information.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society Aquatic Class at the YWCA of Orange County, 565 Union Ave., New Windsor, Fridays 11am-12pm. Call 1.800.FIGHT MS to register.

New Leaf Program at Northern Dutchess Hospital, Rhinebeck. A highly personalized nutrition and exercise program that includes a weekly visit with a hospital nutritionist and phone support. Call 871.4380 for fee and other information.

Open Mic Night at The Muddy Cup Coffeehouse, 516 Broadway, Kingston, Mondays, 7:30-10pm. Call 338.3881 or log onto this website for information.

Ornamental Decoration Class at the ARTS Center of the Greater Hudson Valley, 7392 S. Broadway, Red Hook, Wednesdays 10am-12pm. Learn techniques to add that special touch to both personal and home decoration. Call 758.8708 for registration information.

Orange County Toastmasters 40 Matthews Street, Goshen, the second and fourth Tuesday, 8-9am. Offers a proven way to improve communication skills by participating in a fun, low-pressure and supportive group. Call 820.0262 for information.

Osteo Weight-Bearing Exercise Class at the YWCA of Orange County, 565 Union Ave., New Windsor, Mondays and Fridays, 10:45pm -11:45am. Call 561.8050 for information.

Playwright’s Workshop the Art Society of Kingston, the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 6pm. Call 338.0331 for information.

Osteoporosis Program at Northern Dutchess Hospital Montgomery St. Health Annex, Rhinebeck, Wednesdays 5-6:30pm, April 9-30. Discussion and exercise lead by a physical therapist, exercise psychologist and nutritionist. Call 871.4380 for registration information.

Poetry Workshops sponsored by the Hudson River Poets in Newburgh Free Library lobby, 124 Grand Street, Newburgh, the first Thursday of each month, 7pm. Call 562.7342 for information.

Pool-Based Exercise for People With Arthritis at the YWCA of Orange County, 565 Union Ave., New Windsor, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 10-11am. Call 561.8050 for information.

Pottery Classes for Adults at Museum Village, 1010 Rte 17M, Monroe, Wednesdays 6:30-9:30pm or Saturdays, 10am-1pm. Seven sessions beginning August 13 and 16. Call 782.8248 or log onto www.museumvillage.org for information.

Prayers for World Peace with Western Buddhist Nun Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong at the Kadampa World Peace Temple, 47 Sweeny Rd., Glen Spey, every Sunday, 10:30am-12pm. Clear teachings, meditations and prayers. Call 856.9000 or log onto www.kadampaUS.org for fee information.

Psychodrama Group for Professional and Personal Growth at the Hudson Valley Psychodrama Institute, Boughton Place, Highland, Mondays 6:15-9:15pm. A humanistic and action-oriented method of group psychotherapy that encourages spontaneity and creativity allowing for the exploration our pasts, presents and futures in a safe and supportive environment, With Judy Swallow and Rebecca Walters. Through June 8. Call 255.7502 or visit www.hvpi.net for pre-group interview information.

Qi Gong Class at Benedictine Hospital’s Administrative Services Building, 105 Mary’s Avenue, Kingston, Ground Floor Auditorium, Tuesdays. Call 338.2500 x4453 for information.

Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) at the Town of Newburgh Recreation Center, 311 Rt. 32, Newburgh, Thursdays 9am. Make items for hospitals, nursing homes and children’s programs. Call 564.7815 for information.

Rose Club for Newburgh-area growers. Meets the first Sunday of each month at the Town of Newburgh Recreation Department, 311 Rt. 32, Newburgh, 2pm. Call Mary or Bob La at 564.5519 for information.

Salsa Class at the YWCA on Union Ave., 565 Union Ave., New Windsor, Thursdays 7:30-9pm. Features beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. Call 561.4700 for information.

Scene Study/Technique Acting Class at the Green Zen Salon, 26 Lucas Ave., Kingston, Thursdays 6:30-9:30pm. Led by Shauna Kanter. Call 679.0154 or email skantervt@yahoo.com for information.

The Skyllkill Chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America meets on the first Wednesday of each month at St. James Episcopal Church, 4526 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park. For information call 229.2820.

Smart Bells Exercise Class at Benedictine Hospital’s Administrative Services Building, 105 Mary’s Avenue, Kingston, Ground Floor Auditorium, Tuesdays 5:30pm and Thursdays 9:30am Call Ujjala Schwartz at 334.3082.

Tai Chi Classes at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rt. 376, Hopewell Junction, Thursdays in June, 2-3pm. Laurie Brogan of Southern Dutchess Kempo Karate School teaches basic Tai Chi movements for flexibility and strength. Registration required. Call 221.9943 for information.

Tai Chi-Quigong Class at Northern Dutchess Hospital, Montgomery St. Health Annex, 107 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, Wednesdays, 4pm. Simple, easy, flowing exercises, time-proven to awaken inner resources for healing, strength, creativity, clarity and more. Call 871.4302 for information.

Tarot Connections at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Route 376 in Hopewell Junction, the second Thursday of each month, 7-9pm. A practice and networking group designed to enhance and develop beginner to advanced skills as a Tarot reader. Call 221-9943 for reservation information.

Toni’s Afro-Caribbean Fitness Classes at M*Power Center for Cultural Fitness, 390 Main St., Poughkeepsie, Tuesdays 5:30-6:30, Wednesdays 12:15-1:15pm and 7:30-8:30pm and Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm. Call 380.5021 for membership or additional information.

Verplank Garden Club at Stony Kill Environmental Education Center, Rt. 9D, Wappingers, the second Tuesday of each month, 7pm. Call 831.8780 ext. 304 for information.

Washingtonville Art Society, 43 East Main St., Washingtonville, the second Sunday of each month. Helps artists of all levels and mediums display, network, sell and exhibit their works throughout Orange County. Call 926.3490 for information.

Women's Writing Group at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rt. 376, Hopewell Junction, 10-11am, June 6, 20,; July 11, 25 and August 8 & 22. Led by Kathie DiPietro of the International Women Writers Guild. Call 221.9943 for registration information.

Write Elements Writing Workshop with author Angela Batchelor, 41 Fairfax Rd., Fishkill, Thursdays, 7:30-10:30pm. For creative writers of all levels and genres. Call 896.1139 for registration fees and information.

Yoga at the Hudson Valley Conservatory for the Fine Arts, 35 E. Main St. (Walden Mall), Walden, Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30pm. Call 778.1855 for information.

Yoga in the Northern Dutchess Hospital Women’s View Conference Room, 107 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, 4:30-5:30pm. Join Karen Signor for six weeks of yoga. Call 871.4380 for registration information.

Yoga with instructor Bruce Weisner at the Newburgh JCC, 68 Stewart Ave., Newburgh, Wednesdays 1:15 – 2:45pm. Classes for beginners or advanced practitioners. Call 561.6602 for information.

Yoga for Stress Reduction at Orange Regional Medical Center's Community Health Education Center, 110 Crystal Run Road., Middletown. Six-week sessions. Call 888.321.ORMC (6762) for registration and fee information.

Do you offer a class, club or workshop that meets regularly? Send us the details along with a contact telephone number via email (editor@tricountywoman.com) or fax (567.1199).