Upcoming Events

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

"Scenes from the River and Valley" photo exhibit at the Red Hook Ulster Savings Bank, 7296 South Broadway, Red Hook. A 27-photo solo exhibit by Lyn Burnstine. Call 483.0650 for information.

Harvest to Holiday at the Betsy Jacaruso Studio and Gallery at the Chocolate Factory, 54 Elizabeth St., Red Hook. Special 2009 collection of botanicals and landscapes from the Hudson Valley and Italy by Betsy Jacaruso with works by Cross River artists. Through January 30. Call 758.9244 or log onto www.betsyjacarusostudio.com for information.

Watercolors by Karl Volk at the Duck Pond Gallery, Esopus Library, 128 Canal St., Port Ewen, Through January 30. Opening reception January 2, 5-8pm. Call 338.5580 for information.

Exhibition of juried photographs by the Hudson Highlands Photo Workshop at the Orange County Government Center, third floor, Main St., Goshen. Printing mediums include black and white, color, hand tinting and computer imaging. Through January 28. Open Monday through Friday 9am-5pm. Call 615.3860 for information.

Up Close and Personal: Diverse work in two and three dimensions by F. T. Mitchell at the Karpeles Manuscript Museum, 94 Broadway, Newburgh. January 10 through February. Call 569.4997 for information.

Art Center and Modfest Poetry Invitational at The Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie. Selected works in the Art Center's Twentieth Century Galleries are accompanied by poems inspired by the works and written for the first Art Center and Modfest Poetry Invitational. Through February 7. Call 437.7745.

At the Heart of Progress: Coal, Iron, and Steam since 1750 - Industrial Imagery from the John P. Eckblad Collection at The Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie. Features 76 works from the collection of Dr. John P. Eckblad. January 22 Through March 21. Call 437.7745 or log onto http://fllac.Vassar.edu for information.

The Literal Bible and the Gutenberg Bible at the Karpeles manuscript Library Museum, 94 Broadway, Newburgh. A unique exhibition of original artifacts and documents relating to the Bible. January 7 through April 30. Call 569.4997 for information.

Harry Roseman: Hole in the Wall at The Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center Atrium, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie. A temporary, site-specific installation painted directly on the walls of the Atrium Gallery. January 22 through May 18. Call 437.7745 or log onto http://fllac.Vassar.edu for information.

4 x 4 exhibit at the James W. Palmer III Gallery, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie. Four artists use the Palmer Gallery as a site for collaboration throughout the course of the exhibition. February 24 through Tuesday March 3. Call 437.5370 or log onto palmergallery.Vassar.edu for information.

January 2: "Exploring the Universe" with astronomer Bob Berman at the Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St., Pine Hill, 7:30-9pm. A fact-filled, humorous exploration of the universe. Dress warmly. In the event of bad weather a colorful lecture called "Light and Color in the Universe" will be presented. Call 254.5469 for information.

January 4: Open meeting of Will Spay Pets, Inc., at Walden Savings Bank, Community Room, Scott's Corners-Route 17K/208, Montgomery. The non-profit organization funds spay and neutering programs and welcomes animal lovers who would like to end euthanasia of healthy animals by encouraging spay and neutering of cats and dogs. For more information call 857.7657 or email willspaypets@yahoo.com for information.

January 5: Weight Loss Surgery seminar at the Community Health Education Center, 110 Crystal Run Rd., Middletown, 6pm. Obesity treatment options including non-surgical approaches and gastric bypass and Lap-Band surgery will be discussed, followed by a Bariatric Support Group for both pre- and post-op weight loss surgical patients. Call 1.888.321.ORMC (6762) for registration information.

January 7: Making Ends Meet seminar at the East Fishkill Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 6-8pm. Laura Cornwall, Community Educator in Financial Management, will discuss how to develop and work within a reasonable budget, analyze cash flow and set up a plan to reduce debt. Register online here or call 221-9943 ext 225 for information.

January 9: Live Art Demonstration at the Wallkill River School, 232 Ward St., Montgomery, 5-7pm. Local artists will create art and a group show of 10 artists who will each debut a monthly show in 2010. Call 457.ARTS for information.

January 9: "Come As You Will Be in 2015" gathering at the Canaltown Alley Arts Center, 402 Main St., Rosendale, 7:30pm. Appear as the person you ideally imagine you will be in 2015 and spend the evening in your preferred future where all your goals and dreams have been realized. Call Lisa Kellogg at 658.9120 or email imp@hvi.net to RSVP.

January 11: Living the Exceptional Marriage seminar at the East Fishkill Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 6:30-8:30pm. Marcia and Brian Gleason will present an experience-based couple?s methodology to maximize the potential that resides in every long-term committed relationship. Register online here or call 221-9943 for information.

January 11: "What is Diabetes?" workshop at the Ronald I. Jacobowitz Nutrition & Wellness Center at the Hudson River HealthCare, 75 Orange Ave., Walden, 6-7:30pm. Includes a food demonstration, workshop presentation and conversation about diabetes management. First in a series of four. Call 778.2700 for registration information.

January 12: Budgeting and Credit Card management Workshop at Cornell Cooperative Extension Ulster County's Education Center, 10 Westbrook Ln., Kingston 6-8pm. Learn how to develop a spending plan, budgeting and saving skills, identify opportunities to reduce expenses, manage credit card debt and how to establish and reach financial goals. A free Money Management Starter Kit will be available to participants, (one per household). Call Barbara Grumberg at 340.3990 for registration information.

January 12: Using Excel Spreadsheets seminar at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 6-7:30pm. Michael Kuchman will discuss the basics of spreadsheets, featuring Excel 2002, 2003 and 2007 versions. Call 221.9943 for registration information.

January 14: "Paper, Paper Everywhere" seminar at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 7pm. Professional organizer Ellen Kosloff will help you start the New Year with a new approach to your paperwork, reducing the clutter and getting organized. Call 221.9943 for registration information.

January 14: Energy Workshop at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 6-8pm. Explore the many ways to reduce your energy bills through no-cost, low cost energy actions. Free energy saving kits will be provided. Call 221.9943 for registration information.

January 15: "Tax Talks-Tips and Changes" program at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 10:30am. Jean Berasi of H&R Block will discuss the changes to tax law for the 2009 tax year, the basics of a tax return, family issues at tax time, retirement considerations and employee considerations. Call 221.9943 for registration information.

January 16: Rick Altman and David Oliver in Concert at the Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main St., Pine Hill, 7:30pm. Performing their eclectic mix of avant-garde jazz, world music, old standards and original compositions on marimba and vibes. Call 254.5469 for information.

January 19: "Five Secrets to Permanent Weight Loss" seminar at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 6:30pm. Chiropractor and licensed wellness practitioner Ellie Fella will discuss why diets don?t work, why eating fat doesn?t make you fat, why you overeat but still feel hungry, how to increase your energy and much more. Call 221.9943 for information

January 20: Making Ends Meet free budgeting and credit card management workshop at Platekill Head Start, 51 Ardonia Rd, Plattekill, 6-7:30pm. Learn to develop a spending plan, budgeting and saving skills, identify opportunities to reduce expenses, manage credit card debt and establish and reach financial goals. Free Money Management Starter Kit to participants (one per household). Call Barbara Grumberg at 340.3990 for pre-registration information.

January 22: Modfest Concert at Vassar College, Skinner Hall of Music, Poughkeepsie. Biava Quartet performs music of Ginastera, Schoenberg and the premiere of Richard Wilson?s String Quartet No. 5. Call 437.5370 or log onto http://arts.Vassar.edu for information.

January 22: "Tax Talks-Tips and Changes" program at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 4pm. Jean Berasi of H&R Block will discuss the changes to tax law for the 2009 tax year, the basics of a tax return, family issues at tax time, retirement considerations and employee considerations. Call 221.9943 for registration information.

January 23: "Music for Wellness: An Introduction to the Diamond Method" at the Institute for Music and Health, Verbank, 10am-4pm. Nurture your confidence in your ability to use music to enhance well-being. For music teachers, music therapists, performers, health professionals and anyone who would like to use music in this way. Call 677.5871 for registration and additional information.

January 25: "Making a Plan for Diabetes" workshop at the Ronald I. Jacobowitz Nutrition & Wellness Center at the Hudson River HealthCare, 75 Orange Ave., Walden, 6-7:30pm. Includes a food demonstration, workshop presentation and conversation about diabetes management. Second in a series of four. Call 778.2700 for registration information.

January 28: Using Self-Hypnosis to Fulfill your Resolutions at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 7pm. Susan Olin-Dabrowski will discuss how our minds work and how to successfully harness the power of the subconscious mind to make New Year's resolution stick with steps to create an effective auto-suggestion. Call 221.9943 for registration information.

January 28: "Paper, Paper Everywhere" seminar at the East Fishkill Community Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, 4pm. Professional organizer Ellen Kosloff will help you start the New Year with a new approach to your paperwork, reducing the clutter and getting organized. Call 221.9943 for registration information.

January 30: "An Evening with Larry Coryell" at The Ritz Theater, 107 Broadway, Newburgh, 8pm. Call 784.1199 for ticket information.

February 1: "Keeping Blood Sugar in Target Ranges" workshop at the Ronald I. Jacobowitz Nutrition & Wellness Center at the Hudson River HealthCare, 75 Orange Ave., Walden, 6-7:30pm. Includes a food demonstration, workshop presentation and conversation about diabetes management. Third in the series of four. Call 778.2700 for registration information.

February 5: Modfest Vassar Bookstore Faculty Author Series at Vassar College Bookstore, Main Building, Poughkeepsie, 5pm. Russian Studies professor Alexis Klimoff discusses his recent book, The Soul and Barbed Wire: An Introduction to Solzhenitzyn. Call 437.5370 or log onto to arts.Vassar.edu for information.

February 5: Modfest VRDT Dance Performance at The Frances Daly Fergusson Dance Theater, Kenyon Hall, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, 8pm. Features selections from The Griot Dance, choreographed by Department of Dance chair Stephen Rooks, with music by Vassar adjunct artist Howard Kilik. Email dancetix@vassar.edu. Or call 437.5370 for ticket information.

February 6: Upstage NY Community Coffeehouse at the Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main Street, Pine Hill, 7pm. Special Valentine's Day program featuring our couples who also make music together, acoustic and in the round while you enjoy candlelit tables, hot coffees and teas, and some of the best desserts this side of Spokane. Call 254.5469 for information.

February 8: "Learning About the Journey of Diabetes for the Long Run" workshop at the Ronald I. Jacobowitz Nutrition & Wellness Center at the Hudson River HealthCare, 75 Orange Ave., Walden, 6-7:30pm. Includes a food demonstration, workshop presentation and conversation about diabetes management. Fourth in a series of four. Call 778.2700 for registration information.

February 12: Darwin Days dramatic reading at Vassar College, Martel Theater, Poughkeepsie, 7pm. Reading of Blue Lias: or the Fish Lizard's Whore, a play that explores the roles of gender, class and religion in science. Call 437.5370 or log onto arts.Vassar.edu for information.

February 25: Spay/Neuter Day for Cats at the Town of Montgomery. Sponsored by Will Spay Pets, Inc. Pre-registration required. Call 857.7657 or email willspaypets@yahoo.com for information.

February 27: Vassar Repertory Dance Theatre 28th Annual Bardavon Opera House Gala at the Bardavon, Poughkeepsie, 8pm. Performance of faculty and student pieces and repertoire by George Balanchine, David Berkey, and Doris Humphrey. Call 437.7468 or log onto dance.Vassar.edu for ticket information.

February 28: Vassar College and Community Wind Ensemble concert at Vassar College, Skinner Hall of Music, Poughkeepsie, 3pm. Call 437.7294 or log onto music.Vassar.edu.

February 27: Vassar Repertory Dance Theatre 28th Annual Bardavon Opera House Gala at the Bardavon, Poughkeepsie, 3pm. Performance of faculty and student pieces and repertoire by George Balanchine, David Berkey, and Doris Humphrey. Call 437.7468 or log onto dance.Vassar.edu for ticket information.

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