Saturday’s Pride event in Hudson started off with a parade down Warren that led to a festival in the park on the water. It was a beautiful day and everyone seemed to be having a great time. Here are some pictures of the parade.
Author: Jeff McKinney
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The Literery Herb @ New Lebanon Library
Saturday at New Lebanon Library: THE LITERARY HERB: Herbs in Literature, Legend, Folklore & Myth
Throughout history, herbs have occupied a prominent place in literature, superstition, and folklore around the world. Kick off the Mount Lebanon Herbfest with librarian Jeannie Bogino and learn about the mythology and legend surrounding these fascinating plants, as well as the role of the herb in literature.
This free program is oriented to adults and teens..
WHEN: Saturday 6/9
TIME: 1:00 pm
WHERE: New Lebanon Library
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At The Crandell: Footnote
Opening at The Crandell, Footnote
“This Cannes Film Festival winner for best script from Joseph Cedar (Beaufort) sees a cantankerous Talmudic scholar competing with his high achieving son. Both tragic and comic, and full of wry dialogue and one-upmanship, Footnote is a subtle tale of ego, temptation and ultimate betrayal.”
Here is the trailer:
Rated: PG
Drama
Running Time: 103 minutes
In Hebrew with English subtitles
Show Times:
Footnote is showing on Sunday (May 20, 2012) only at at 4:00pm.
The Crandell Theatre is located at 48 Main Street in the Village of Chatham. Visit CrandellTheatre.org for more info.
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Rally Against Fracking in Albany Tomorrow
As Governor Cuomo is nearing a decision on whether to open New York to fracking, the momentum is building for him to issue a statewide ban.
Last week, more than 200,000 petition signatures — including from over 30,000 CREDO Action members — were delivered to the Governor.1
To keep the pressure building, there’s going to be a huge rally in Albany on Tuesday, featuring actors Mark Ruffalo and Mellisa Leo, with music by Natalie Merchant and many others.
WHEN: Tuesday (May 15, 2012)
TIME: 4:30 PM
WHERE: The West Capitol Lawn
Washington Ave and South Swan St
Albany, NY 12210 (Map)
Albany, NY 12210 (Map)
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Arlo Guthrie @ The Guthrie Center
Arlo Guthrie is performing tonight and tomorrow night at The Guthrie Center at the Old Trinity Church in Great Barrington, MA.
Guthrie’s performances are part of the Semi-Annual Spring Church Revival, which is raising funds to help support the upcoming Summer season at The Church. A portion of the proceeds will also benefit Kashi Ashram in preparation for the celebration of Ma’s Mahasamadhi/Birthday.
The performances are billed as Guthrie solos, however, Guthrie’s friends have been known to join him at past events.
Tickets are $65 for members, and $80 for non-members. Seating is very limited and reservations are required. Call for reservations – 413-528-1955 There’s only one phone so please be patient but persistent if you’d like to be assured admission.
WHEN: Friday & Saturday (May 11 & 12, 2012)
TIME: 8 PM
WHERE: The Guthrie Center at the Old Trinity Church
2 Van Deusenville Road, Great Barrington, MA 01230
MORE: Visit GuthrieCenter.org
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