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

“The Best of Broadway” at the Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Rte 308, Rhinebeck. A unique production featuring a variety of Broadway tunes. October 17 through November 2. Call 876.3080 or log onto www.centerforperformingarts.org for show times and ticket information.

The Big Read in Orange County at libraries in Newburgh, Middletown, Monroe. Goshen, Greenwood Lake, Washingtonville, Florida, Warwick, Chester, Montgomery, Walden and Tuxedo Park. Numerous free book discussions, historical exhibits, staged readings, radio programs and presentations revolving around John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath. Through November 6. Call 294.6606 ext. 21 for information.

”River & the Rondout” at the Duck Pond Gallery, 128 Canal St., Port Ewen. Watercolors by Claudia Engle November 1-29. Opening reception November 1 5-8pm. Call 338.5580 or log onto www.claudiaengel for information.

”A Confession of Color” featuring works by emerging artists Carrie Jacobson and George Hayes at The Wallkill River School and Gallery, 232 Ward St. (Route 17K), Montgomery. November 1 through 29. Opening reception November 8, 5-8pm. Call 457-2787 or log onto www.wallkillriverschool.com for information.

Oil Landscapes – and Exhibition of Work by Raymond J. Steiner at the Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum, 94 Broadway, Newburgh. November 1-30. Opening reception November 8, 1:30-3pm. Call 569.4997 or log onto www.karpeles.con for information.

The work of Buddy Glassberg at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 7pm. Meet the artist reception November 7, 7pm. Call 221.9943 for information.

”Self Revealed” at Vita's galerie de la vie, 12 Old Forge Rd, Woodstock. A deep and colorful exploration from life experiences into the part of all of the different selves that form our identity. November 8 through December 7. Call 684.5022 or log onto www.vitas.us for information.

Food for Fines via the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St., Newburgh. Bring in canned goods and other non-perishables for the Loaves & Fishes Thanksgiving Basket protram from November 17-24 and your overdue materials fines will be waved. Frozen turkeys may be dropped off by November 24. Call 563.3633 for information.

“24 Farben-für Blinky” (Colors for Blinky) exhibit at Dia:Beacon, 3 Beekman St., Beacon. Cycle of 21 shaped paintings. Through December 31. Call 838.5010 or log onto www.DiaArt.org for information.

The Stereoview Age at the Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum, 94 Broadway, Newburgh. A collection of 19th century 3-D stereoscopes that illustrate scenes from around the works, important historic figures and events. Through December 31. Call 569.4997 or log onto www.karpeles.com for information.

Behind Bars at Fovea Exhibitions, 143 Main St., Beacon. Photographs of America’s correctional system by Andrew Lichtenstein. Through January 4. Call 765.2199 for information.

“An Abstract Vision” at River Rock Health Spa, 62 Ricks Rd., Woodstock. Over 40 mixed media paintings on paper and canvas by Barbara Adrienne Rosen. Through January 13. Opening reception September 27, 6:30-8pm. Call 679.7800 for information.

Master Gardner Hotline November 1, 2008 through March 1, 2009. Free gardening advice, pH soil testing and insect/disease identification via Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County Master Gardeners. Call 340.DIRT (3478) and leave a message. Calls returned every Friday between 9am-12pm.
October 25 & 31: Haunted Huguenot Street night time walking tours, New Paltz, 7pm. Stories of murders, unexplained disappearances, tragedies and hauntings woven together into a macabre 60-minute tour that takes full advantage of the foggy darkness of the ancient street. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Call 255.1660 for reservation information.

October 25: Arts, Crafts & Farmers Market at the Ann St. Municipal Parking Lot (behind the Ritz Theater and The Cornerstone Building), Newburgh, 10am-4pm. Featuring fresh, local produce, handmade arts and crafts, antiques, food, music and more. Part of Newburgh's "Last Saturday" events. Log onto www.safe-harbors.org for information.

October 25: Depression Era Cooking at the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St., Newburgh, 1pm. Radio personality John Moultrie will demonstrate how to make recipes from this period as part of The Big Read programs throughout the county. Call 563.3633 for information.

October 28: Fall’s Bounty of Nutrition lecture at Northern Dutchess Hospital, Women’s View Health Annex Conference Room, 107 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, 6pm. Roufia Payman explores the health benefits of choosing fresh, locally grown, in-season produce and shares innovative recipes for healthful eating will discuss detection and prevention of cardiac artery disease and DeDe McKibbin will speak about advances in lipid disorder management. Call 1.877.729.2444 for registration information.

October 28: Making Ends Meet budget and credit card management seminar at the Saugerties Public Library, 91 Washington Ave., Saugerties, 6-7:30pm. Learn how to develop a spending plan, budgeting and saving skills, reduce expenses, manage credit card debt and establish and reach financial goals. Call Barbara Grumberg at 340.3990 for registration information.

October 29: “Men’s Prostate Health: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly” Lecture at Northern Dutchess Hospital, Cafeteria Conference Room, 6511 Springbrook Ave., Rhinebeck, 6pm. Dr. Paul Pietrow will discuss prostate health including benign disease and typical aging symptoms as well as an overview of prostate cancer. Call 1.877.729.2444 for registration information.

October 29: Hudson Valley Leisure Services Association meeting at Camp Venture, 58 Oak Colony Rd., Stony Point, 12pm. Riding instructor Marla Paige will discuss the Therapeutic Equestrian Program for disabled children and adults to increase coordination, strength, balance and self-esteem. Call Krista Behrends at 365.1316 ext 2234 for reservation or other information.

October 29: Long Term Care Insurance Workshop at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orange County, 18 Seward Ave., Third floor, Middletown, 1-2pm and 3-4pm. Extension Educator Stefanie Hubert will discuss options available to help people protect their assets. Pre-registration required. Call Christina at 344.1234 for registration information.

October 29: Cocktails and Conversation at The Powelton Club, 29 Balmville Rd., Newburgh, 5:30pm. An engaging and refreshing program for women featuring Tonia Tagliaferro’s “The Art of Dressing,” had-crafted jewelry and makeup lessons. A Greater Southern Dutchess Chamber of Commerce Women in Business event. Call Karolyn at 296.0001 to RSVP.

October 30: Stroke Prevention and Treatment lecture at Northern Dutchess Hospital, Cafeteria Conference Room, 6511 Springbrook Ave., Rhinebeck, 6pm. Dr. Gerald Kufner will discuss stroke risk factors, symptoms and available treatments. Call 1.877.729.2444 for registration information.

October 30: Imagining the “Highlands of the Hudson in the 19th Century at Painter’s Tavern, 266 Hudson St., Cornwall, 7:30pm. Professor Stephen P. Rice will explain how people depicted the Hudson Highlands during the 1800’s when the Hudson River was a thoroughfare of steam traffic and a principal means of escape from the bustle of New York City. Pre-registration required. Call 534.5506, ext. 204 or visit www.hhnaturemuseum.org for information.

October 30: “Does European Culture Exist?” lecture at Vassar College’s Taylor Hall, Poughkeepsie, 5pm. Dr. Julia Kristeva will explore the multilingual character of European culture, questions raised by notions of European identity, (especially the issue of illegal immigrants) and conflicting models of freedom, “American,” and “European” in the world today. Call 437.5370 for information.

November 1: Shangri-La Chinese Acrobats at The Bardavon, 35 Market St., Poughkeepsie, 2pm and 7pm. Call 473.2072 or log onto www.bardavon.org for ticket information.

November 1: Create Your Own Greeting Card workshop at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 10:30am. Create four unique cards for everyday occasions and holidays with Cindy Senese. For registration information, call 221. 9943 or click here.

November 1: Mosaic Demo at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 1pm. watch local artist Sharon Adler create a mosaic mirror as she explains mosaic art and how to select shards, pottery and china to be used in projects. For registration information, call 221. 9943 or click here.

November 2: Family Hiking Club at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum’s Outdoor Discovery Center, 20 Kenridge Farm Drive, Rte 9W, Cornwall, 1-3pm. Investigate the wetlands. Call 534.5506 or log onto www.hhnaturemuseum.org for pre-registration information.

November 2: Homespun Community Dance at the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St., Newburgh, 3pm. Learn the traditional dances that were popular during the 30s and hear folk music played on fiddle and banjo as part of the Orange County Big Read. Call 563.3633 for information.

November 2: “Go Fly a Kite!” at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum’s Outdoor Discovery Center, Cornwall. Learn how wind power can be harnessed to make things go and make a simple kite to fly with the power of wind with Environmental Educator, Carl Heitmuller. Call 5534.5506 ext 204 for registration information.

November 2: Flea Market/Craft Fair at Glamorous Studio, 680 Rt. 211 (the Appliance City Mall), Middletown, 10am-3pm. New children’s and adult clothing, games, food, crafts, costume jewelry and more. Call Sarah at 914.874.4541 for information.

November 3: Adult Game Night at the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St., Newburgh, 7pm. Stretch your brain cells with games like Scrabble and others. Call 563.3633 for information.

November 3: Dance Program featuring postmodern choreographer Jody Sperling at the Frances Daly Fergusson Dance Theater in Kenyon Hall, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, 7:30pm. Seating on a first-come, first served basis. Call 437.7470 for information.

November 3: Braindance with Kerry Bevens at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 10:30am. Learn to help your memory, alignment, coordination and more. New program every Monday in November. Call 221. 9943 or click here for registration or other information.

November 3: Thanksgiving Mean & Food Safety Tips the Ulster County Community Action’s Children Center, 175 Colonial Drive, Kingston, 6-8pm. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County’s Eileen Polk will discuss affordable menu choices, how to keep food safe to eat before and after the holiday, great recipes for Thanksgiving leftovers and information about the Group food purchasing program. For adults who are raising children of a relative and all Relatives as Parents Program enrollees. Call Barbara Grumberg at 340.3990 for registration information.

November 4 & 5 Blood donations at the Community Blood Services’ New Windsor donor center, 575 Hudson Valley Avenue, Suite 206, New Windsor, 1-8pm. Whole blood donors must be 17-75 years old (16 years old with parental permission) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are needed to donate Anyone who successfully donates whole blood or platelets will receive two complimentary tickets to a NJ Nets basketball game and a complimentary cholesterol screening. Call 220.2030 to schedule an appointment.

November 5: “Hip and Knee Replacement: Keys to Top Outcomes” at Northern Dutchess Hospital, Cafeteria Conference Room, 6511 Springbrook Ave., Rhinebeck, 6pm. Dr. Russell Tigges will discuss what to expect from joint replacement surgery, the keys to good outcomes and an overview of the latest new technologies. Call 1.877.729.2444 for registration information.

November 5: Book Discussion at the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St., Newburgh, 7pm. Dr. Jessica Gerson will lead the discussion on Gustave Flaubert’s “Madame Bovary.” Call 563.3613 for registration information.

November 5: Annual Holiday Entertaining Workshop in Goshen, 7-9pm. Demonstrations for creating unique holiday decorations and festive table settings using natural and garden materials that reflect the many customs of the holiday season with the Master Gardeners of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orange County. Call 344.234 for address and registration information.

November 6: “You Can Prevent Vision Loss from Diabetes” at the Eye Institute at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, 200 Westage Business Center Dr., Suite 330, Fishkill, 6pm. With ophthalmologist Martin R. Leopold, M.D. Call 866.511.3937 for reservation information.

November 6: “The A-to-Zzzzzs of Sleep Testing” lecture at Northern Dutchess Hospital, Cafeteria Conference Room, 6511 Springbrook Ave., Rhinebeck, 6pm. Dr. Barbara Chatr-Aryamontri will discuss the benefit of sleep testing and solutions to apnea and other disorders. A tour of the hospital’s Sleep Lab will also be conducted. Call 1.877.729.2444 for registration information.

November 6: “How to Send Your Child to College Without Going Broke” seminar at YMCA of Middletown, 81 Highland Ave., Middletown, 6:30-8pm. With educational consultant Brenda J. Hall. Also on November 10. Call 718.874.9445 for information.

November 6: Agricultural Assessment Program at the Orange County Emergency Service Center, Goshen, 3-5pm. A seminar on the New York State Agricultural Districts Law and the Agricultural Assessment Program to help answer questions about agricultural assessment. Also 7-9pm. Pre-registration encouraged. Call 344.1234 or click here for more information.

November 6: “Common Hand Problems” seminar at orange Regional Medical Center’s at the Community Health Education Center, 110 Crystal Run Road in Middletown, 6:30pm. Hand and orthopedic surgeon Ronald Israelski will discuss hand problems as well as complex traumatic and arthritic conditions. Refreshments will be served. Call 1.888.321.ORMC (6762) for registration or additional information.

November 7: A Night at the Headquarters and Museum at Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site, Washington and Liberty Sts., Newburgh, 6-8pm. Follow the night watchman on his rounds. Call 562.1195 for registration information.

November 7-8: “Telling Out Stories: Sociodrama/Playback Theater and Psychodrama at the Hudson Valley Psychodrama Institute, Boughton Pl., Kisor Rd., Highland. With Judy Swallow. Call 255.7502 or log onto www.hvpi.net for information.

November 7-16: “Modified Rapture” at the Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Rte 308, Rhinebeck. Call 876.3080 or log onto www.centerforperformingarts.org for show times and ticket information.

November 8: Swing Dance Lesson and special performance at the Reformed Church of Port Ewen, 160 Salem St., Port Ewen, 7-10pm. Admission includes dance, basic lesson with instructors Chester and Linda Freeman and performance. No partner or experience necessary. Call 236.3939 or visit www.got2lindy.com for information.

November 8: “How to Send Your Child to College Without Going Broke” seminar at YMCA of Middletown, 81 Highland Ave., Middletown, 11am-12:30pm. With educational consultant Brenda J. Hall. Also on November 15. Call 718.874.9445 for information.

November 8: Alternative Energy Forum at Mt. St. Mary College, Hudson Hall Auditorium, 330 Powell Ave., Newburgh, 1-4pm. Several speakers will discuss saving money and energy conservation, the basics of geothermal, heating your home with bio-fuels, wind and hydropower and solar alternatives and more. Call Teresa Rusinek at 340.3990 for information.

November 9: Manhattan Lyric Opera Concert at the Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 3pm. Featuring Anne Tormela of the Manhattan Lyric Opera. Call 221.9943 for information.

November 9: Champagne Brunch and Silent Auction at the Powelton Club, Balmville Rd., Newburgh, 12pm. Proceeds from the event to help support the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum’s environmental education programs for children. RSVP by November 1 to 543.5506 ext 206.

November 11: “A Journey Through Cancer Care: Coping Skills – Help Through the Holidays” at the Dyson Center for Cancer Care at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, 45 Reade Pl., Joseph Tower Auditorium, Poughkeepsie, 6-8pm. Call 877.729.2444 for information.

November 12: New Topics in Spine Surgery lecture at Northern Dutchess Hospital, Cafeteria Conference Room, 6511 Springbrook Ave., Rhinebeck, 6pm. Dr. Richard Perkins will discuss kyphoplasty, spinous process, space, laminectomy, minimally invasive surgery, same-day surgery, disc replacement and other advances. Call 1.877.729.2444 for registration information.

November 12; Investment Fundamentals at the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St., Newburgh, 7pm. Find out how to help your investments survive this shaky econmy and explore the five myths and truths of investing. Call 563.3619 for registration information.

November 12: Long Term Care Insurance Workshop at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orange County, 18 Seward Ave., Third floor, Middletown, 1-2pm and 3-4pm. Extension Educator Stefanie Hubert will discuss options available to help people protect their assets. Pre-registration required. Call Christina at 344.1234 for registration information.

November 12: Making Ends Meet budget and credit card management seminar at Ulster County BOCES, Rte 9W south, Port Ewen, 5:30-7pm. Learn how to develop a spending plan, budgeting and saving skills, reduce expenses, manage credit card debt and establish and reach financial goals. Call Barbara Grumberg at 340.3990 for registration information.

November 13: “What Colors Are Right for You?” at the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St., Newburgh, 7pm. Elaine DeFeo will show you what colors are best for your skin, eyes and hair. Call 563.3619 for registration information.

November 13: Big Band Tribute at The Bardavon, 35 Market St., Poughkeepsie, 2pm. Call 473.2072 or log onto www.bardavon.org for ticket information.

November 14: Community Flu Clinic at Northern Dutchess Hospital, cafeteria, 6511 Springbrook Ave., Rhinebeck, 2-6pm. The flu vaccine will be offered for people age 18 and over. The pneumonia vaccine will also be offered. Medicare patients must bring Medicare Part B cards in order to receive the vaccine(s). Cash or checks only. Call 877.729.2444 for appointment information.

November 14: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County’s Annual Dinner at The Hillside Manor, Rte 32, Kingston, 6:30pm. Appetizers, buffet dinner, dessert, coffee/tea and a musical performance by Cold Feat as well as cash bar and silent auction. RSVP by November 7. Call Dona Crawford at 340.3990 for reservation information.

November 15: Holiday Appetizers at the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St., Newburgh, 1pm. Radio personality John Moultrie will create easy appetizers to serve at Thanksgiving or December holiday dinners. Call 563.3619 for registration information.

November 15: Vassar College Choir at the Vassar College Chapel, Poughkeepsie, 8pm. Conducted by Christine Howlett with guest ensemble, the Botticelli Chamber Orchestra. Call 437.7294 for information.

November 15: The Tom Humphrey Guitar Series at the Ritz Theater, 111 Broadway, Newburgh, 8pm. Pete Seeger and his grandson Tao Rodriguez-Seeger will perform. Call 562.6940 or log onto www.safeharbors.org for ticket or other information.

November 16: Tango Fire! at The Bardavon, 35 Market St., Poughkeepsie, 7pm. Ten dancers and one singer perform. Call 473.2072 or log onto www.bardavon.org for ticket information.

November 17: Italian Mystery Book Discussion at the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St., Newburgh, 7pm. Librarian Suzzane Christensen will lead the discussion of Donna Leon’s “Blood from a Stone.” Call 563.3613 for registration information.

November 18: Heart Health & Cholesterol, A Two- Pronged Lecture at Northern Dutchess Hospital, Women’s View Health Annex Conference Room, 107 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, 6pm. Dr. Julie Ling will discuss detection and prevention of cardiac artery disease and SeDe McKibbin will speak about advances in lipid disorder management. Call 1.877.729.2444 for registration information.

November 18: Weatherization & Energy Saving Workshop at the Saugerties Public Library, 19 Washington Ave., Saugerties, 6pm. Learn about reducing energy bills, low and no cost energy conservation methods and easy to use weatherization and energy saving information. All attendees 18 and over eceive a free energy saving starter kit. Call Barbara Grumberg at 340.3990 for registration information.

November 19: Retirement Investment Strategies at the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St., Newburgh, 7pm. Learn about portfolio management and outliving your retirement income. Call 563.3619 for registration information.

November 20: Meet author Mikai Grunfeld at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 7pm. His book Memories of Romania offers a rich account of growing up in post-war Romania. For registration information, call 221.9943 or click here.

November 21-30: “Chapter Two” at the Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Rte 308, Rhinebeck. Call 876.3080 or log onto www.centerforperformingarts.org for show times and ticket information.

November 22: Vassar College Orchestra at the Vassar College’s Skinner Hall of Music, Poughkeepsie, 8pm. Conducted by Eduardo Navega. Call 437.7294 for information.

November 23: “Blue Collar Bay” at the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St., Newburgh, 3pm. A one-man play by Stephen Axelrod. Call 56563.3633.

November 23: Vassar College Madrigal Singers at Vassar College’s Skinner Hall of Music, Poughkeepsie, 3pm. Directed by Drew Minter, the group will perform works by Arvo Pärt, Britten and Josquin des Prés. Call 437.7294 for information.

November 29: Gospel Café at the Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon. Featuring Rev. Arnrai Banks and DCEM and Peal Leatha Jackson. Call 831.4988 for information.



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