Wow, I could have found homes for three more TVs. If you have one a good shape and are considering retiring it, let’s find new viewers.
Innisfree closes on October 18. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 to 4. Saturday and Sunday, 11 – 5.
Voting. Please hand deliver your registration to the board of elections by today, October 14. www.dutchesselections.com/Voting_Info/Register_to_Vote/index.htm.
www.countryvote.org explains you can register if live here part time.
Absentee ballot application? www.dutchesselections.com/Absentee_Voting/index.html.
And yes, we all still need donations…
Mushrooms. Check out www.leslieland.com for info and recipes for when you are 100% sure of what you’ve found. Remember, there are evil twins.
Pick your own apples. Ellsworth just past Sharon, Connecticut. 860-364-0025. They also have blueberries, raspberries, gourds and pumpkins.
Dan Mead and Sally Eagle, Earth Designs at MASC Gallery, photgraphs at Math and Science Center, Millbrook School Oct 16-Nov 1, Opening Sat., Oct 25 5-7.
The 2009 Eisteddfod is a fun-filled weekend of traditional folk/roots music October 16-18 at the Friar Tuck Inn in Catskill, New York. The Hudson Valley community is invited to enjoy 38 outstanding performers in 40 workshops and three concerts, plus an open mike, late night singing, a contra dance. You can come for a concert, a day, or register at the hotel for the weekend and enjoy convenient hotel rooms and all the informal socializing and music making, plus good food, an indoor pool, ping-pong, game room, and more. www.eisteddfod-ny.org.
Volunteers/Staff Needed:
The Union Vale Parks & Recreation Department is looking to start new programs in 2010 and we need volunteers and staff to make this all happen. If you or someone you know is skilled and interested in the following positions please contact Rob at 845.724.5691. Ice Skating Instructor: We are looking for an ice skating instructor for January 9, 16, 23, 30 for 1 hour in the morning. Ice Hockey Instructor: We are looking for an ice hockey instructor for January 9, 16, 23, 30 for 1 hour in the morning. Mountain Bike Instructor: We are looking to develop a week long (possibly longer or multiple sessions) Mountain Bike Camp for the summer of 2010. Tymor Park has over 10 miles of trails which need to be conquered and we need a skilled instructor to lead the way. If you are interested in any of these opportunities please contact Rob (845.724.5691) as soon as possible.
Frankenstein’s Fortress in Stanfordville. Friday and Saturday 6:30 to 9:30, Sunday 6:30 to 8:30. $14 for adults, $5 for kids under 10. www.frankensteinsfortress.com and really is amazing. This year, the Lion’s Club Café has treats for the tricksters. Look for the orange slips – that reduces admission by $1.
Hamlet at the Center for Performing Arts in Rhinebeck, October 16 – October 25, Fridays & Saturdays 8pm; Sundays 3pm. Rte. 308, Rhinebeck. $18 adults; $16 seniors & children. (845) 876 – 3080.
Family Weekend at Bard, www.bard.edu/familyweekend/, 845-758-7926, or millikin@bard.edu.
Also a good weekend for history of Kingston. On October 16, 1777, the village of Kingston was burned to the ground. Every few years with the help of extraordinary local historical societies, museums, and Revolutionary War re-enactors the city commemorates this spirited exchange. October 16-18, will celebrate the 232nd Anniversary of the “Burning of Kingston”. www.firstulster.org or www.kingston-ny.gov or call toll free (800-331-1518) the Heritage Area Visitor Center.
The schedule is worth a read:
Friday, October 16: 7:30pm: Committee of Safety Meeting, Hoffman House Tavern, 94 North Front Street. Public participation adds to the event.
Saturday, October 17: 11am: Re-enactment at Kingston Point Park (bottom of Delaware Ave.). Naval bombardment of shore battery. Battle against American Defenders. Noon: Camp open to public for tours and demonstrations. 1pm: Uptown Historic Stockade District- British troops will march from the Persen House, at 74 John Street, through the Farmers Market to take over the area and raise the “Union jack” at the NYS Senate House. Public will be taunted. 2:30pm: Demonstration Tactical Battle Kingston Point Park American Forces surprise attack on British Camp. 5pm- Camps closed to the public. 7:30pm – 8:30 City Hall, 420 Broadway, Dance Instruction in preparation for the Grand Ball. Family Hour. 9:00pm Grand Ball opens with a procession honoring Gen. Vaughn. Period dress is encouraged, but not required.
Sunday, October 18: 11am: Kingston Point- Bombardment of Rebel Defenses by Naval Forces. Landing of British Troops on Beach. British battle Americans and begin march to waterfront encountering resistance along the way. 1pm: Re-enactment at the Rondout Waterfront, Historic Downtown Area. 2pm: Post re-enactment, troops will engage the public for Q&A.
Wednesday, October 14:
Registrations must be hand delivered to the board of elections.
Union Vale Budget Meeting at Town Hall at 7pm. Second meeting will be on October 22. Contrary to Google, there is a website for the Town of Union Vale at
www2.marist.edu/Unionvale/index.html. It just could be more informative.
Thursday, October 15:
Washington/Millbrook Historical Society meeting on the Nine Partners Meeting House with Oakwood’s Kathy Moyer, 7:30pm, Lyall Church.
Late Night at the Lehman Loeb, Vassar. 5:00 – 9:00pm (845) 437-7745 or fllac.vassar.edu
The Woodstock Chamber Orchestra at Bard. Conducted by Artistic Director David Leighton, the WCO opens its 31st season in a program, which combines old favorites with colorful rarities. Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1 in C Major anchors the program, which also includes Mozart’s Overture to “The Abduction from the Seraglio”, Debussy’s “Petite Suite”, and Vaughan Williams’ Overture to “The Wasps”. 8pm., Olin Hall. $20 for adults and $5 for students. Subscription sets are available. 845-246-7045 or www.wco-online.com for information and updates.
The Amstel Quartet at the Rhinebeck HS Auditorium. Incredibly talented Sax Quartet from Amsterdam see their work on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCI4ebJRyac, 7:30pm, $5 adults and students are free!
Friday, October 16:
Road Salt: Impacts To The Environment And Human Health, 9 to 12noon. Join the Cary Institute and Cornell Cooperative Extension for a management-based forum about the impact road salt has on natural areas, drinking water supplies, and health conditions, and weigh in on a lively discussion about how municipalities can improve policy decisions in the future. Cary Institute auditorium, 2801 Sharon Tpk., Millbrook. Free. 677-7600 x 171 or rosenc@caryinstitute.org RSVPs appreciated but not required.
Enchanted Forest at the Sharon Audubon, from 6:30-8:00pm and possibly again on Saturday, October 17th. It is a non-scary, fun event for young children. Please contact Wendy at (860) 364-0520 x21 or wmiller@audubon.org for more information on volunteering for these events or to sign up.
Works by local artists Gabriella Kiss and Chris Lehrecke, Warner Gallery, Holbrook Arts Center, Millbrook School through October 30. Artists’ Reception: 5 to 7pm, Friday, October 16. Gallery hours Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm, Saturday 8am to 1pm
Sundays by appointment. Please contact Bill Hardy @ 845.677.8261 extension 132 or bhardy@millbrook.org
Many options offered by Bard College.
“The Burden of Our Times: The Intellectual Origins of the Financial Crisis.” The Arendt Center for Ethical and Political Thinking, the Levy Institute for Economics and the Human Rights Project at Bard College are hosting a conference focusing on the recent gilded age of globalization. Political and social thinkers, economists, businessmen, and public intellectuals will participate with the common goal of seeking to illuminate the realities and the dangers of our current financial crisis. The conference takes place from 2 p.m. on the 16th through the evening of the 17th. Admission is free. For more information call 845-758-7745 or e-mail berkowit@bard.edu.
Ani Kavafian, violin, conducts a master class with selected Conservatory students. Presented by The Bard College Conservatory of Music. Olin Hall, 4:00 p.m. 845-758-7196 or conservatory@bard.edu.
“Beethoven, Ran, Farberman.” The American Symphony Orchestra performs Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21 and Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 36; Shulamit Ran’s The Show Goes On, Concerto for Clarinet and Orchestra (U.S. premiere), Laura Flax, clarinet; and Harold Farberman’s Concerto for Timpani and Orchestra, Jonathan Haas, timpani. Tickets: $20, $30, $35. Sosnoff Theater, Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts. 8 p.m. Preconcert talk Saturday at 6:45 p.m. 845-758-7900 or www.fishercenter.bard.edu. Friday and Saturday.
Saturday, October 17:
Farmer’s Market in Millbrook. 9 to 1pm.
Sheep and Wool Festival at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck. If I were not campaigning, this is my favorite event of the year. More wool, rug hooking, spinning, dyeing, sheepdog trails, shearing demonstrations, usually lamb cooking demonstrations and samples, goat and sheep cheese, auctions, classes, it is just a wonderful weekend. Fleece to shawl. Also on Sunday, when they have the Pumpkin Chuckin’ Contest. Pumpkin Trebuchet and Cantilever. My chickens would love to be the clean up crew. www.sheepandwool.com. Featured breed is the Leicester Longwool.
Defensive Driving at the Millbrook Library from 10 am to 4pm, taught by the Daytona Driving School, which is approved by the Empire Safety Council. Empire’s lesson plan is distinguished from other sponsors with a state specific lesson plan that is referenced with the NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law manual. Please bring a bag lunch. The cost is $40 per participant. A $5 non-refundable deposit is required when registering. Registration can be done at the Circulation Desk during regular Library hours. All payments must be made in cash. Why bother? It lowers part of your insurance.
Backyard Beekeeping will be offered at the Berkshire Botanical Garden from 1 – 3 pm. Explore keeping a beehive in the backyard for pollination fruits and vegetables in addition to harvesting a homegrown honey supply. This discussion will cover the basics of bees and beekeeping for the homeowner. Participants will learn how to set up a hive, equipment needs, site selection, collection and storage of honey. Topics including bee diseases, health care and protection from predators will be covered. This class gives participants a realistic overview of keeping a beehive for the homeowner setting. $16 for Members; $21 for Non-members. Beginners welcome. Registration is required. 413-298-3926 or visit www.berkshirebotanical.org.
“Chuck Close” (director Marion Cajori) is a feature length documentary (1hr 55mins) of painter Chuck Close. This film examines his personal working process and place in contemporary art as the reinventor of portraiture. Close’s subjects – family, artists, friends – provide insight to his work and their own, rendering a collective portrait of a whole creative generation. The screening of this film is at 6:30 p.m. and admission is $12. Washington Montessori School Auditorium, 240 Litchfield Turnpike, New Preston, CT. 860-868-2878, www.washingtonartassociation.org.
Sunday, October 18:
At Bard, “Virgil’s Epic Afterlife,” with Gregson Davis, Duke University Sosnoff Theater, Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts. 4:30 pm. inside.bard.edu/firstyear/.
Spaghetti Supper at Lyall Memorial Federated Church, 30 Maple Ave., Millbrook, 4-6 pm. Spaghetti, Meatballs, Sausages, Marinara Sauce, Garden Salad, Italian Bread, Homemade Desserts and Beverages. Adults $8 advanced sales, ($9 at the door); 10 yrs. and younger $5 advanced sales, ($6 at the door) at Lyall Church, 677-3485. Takeout available. Bringing your own container for takeout will reduce costs and environmental waste. Ditto for leftovers.
Fall Wine Dinner at Arrividerci in Sherman, CT. 4:30 start and $64 per person. 860-210-1266 and many seasonal ingredients. www.arrividercitrattoria.com and I heard nothing short of dreamy praise for the cigar event last month.
Monday, October 19:
Fountains in Millbrook, CLS with David Greenwood on the Italian Pressence in Millbrook. 2pm.
“My Willa Cather: A Literary Investigation by Bradford Morrow.” Part documentary (with dozens of rare archival projected images), part memoir, part literary-critical investigation, Morrow reprises his keynote at Bard. Weis Cinema, Bertelsmann Campus Center, 7pm. Free and open to the public. 845-758-1539.
Tuesday, October 20:
Ornamental Tree Walk at Locust Grove, 11am. $3. www.lgny.org.
Millbrook Firehouse, 7pm, Kurt Twaddell of the DC Sheriff’s Office will be speaking on Crime Scene Management. Crime scenes can include suicides, motor vehicle accidents and burglaries/robberies, etc. and what EMS and the public can do when faced with these situations. The talk is free and the public is invited.
Bard Conservatory students in concert, Olin Hall, noon. 845-758-7196 or conservatory@bard.edu.
Wednesday, October 21:
Arias and Barcarolles at Bard, Olin Hall, 8pm. 845-752-2191, conservatory@bard.edu.
“Business on Board at Bard.” Hunter Lovins, Natural Capitalism. The National Climate Seminar is a biweekly, national phone conversation featuring top climate scientists, political leaders, and policy analysts. 3pm. www.bard.edu/cep/ncs/, cep@bard.edu, 845-758-7073.
Thursday, October 22:
“Flatbush in the Seventeenth Century.” Ruth Piwonka, David Voorhees, and Peter N. Miller will discuss the issues they have grappled with in their assessment of Margrieta van Varick’s inventory, including archaeology, language, religion, material culture, and social life. Ruth Piwonka is an independent scholar and contributor to the Dutch New York exhibition catalogue. David William Voorhees is director of Papers of Jacob Leisler, New York University, and managing editor of de Halve Maen, as well as a contributor to the Dutch New York exhibition catalogue. Peter N. Miller is dean and chair of academic programs at the Bard Graduate Center. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. $25 general, $17 students and seniors. The BGC, 18 West 86th Street, New York City. To register, please call 212-501-3011 or e-mail programs@bgc.bard.edu.
“350 Day of Action.” 350 signifies the safe upper limit of carbon in our atmosphere. October 24 is the culmination of a campus wide letter-writing event competition. At 5p.m. we will be collecting and reviewing 350+ letters to mail to our elected representatives. Participants will be photographed at 6:00 p.m. Sponsored by Bard Environmental Resources Department. Campus Center MPR. Contact reduce@bard.edu, or 845-758-7180.