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Afternoon on a Hill: Actors Read Millay at Steepletop, Jul 13

Edna St. Vincent Millay’s historic home, Steepletop, will be open to visitors for self-guided tours of the house, gardens, and grounds.

Edna St. Vincent Millay’s historic home, Steepletop, will be open to visitors for self-guided tours of the house, gardens, and grounds; docents will provide information and answer questions about Millay’s colorful life, her work, and the history of Steepletop.

At 2pm actors Tyne Daly, Roberta Maxwell, and Amanda Nichols will present a reading of Millay’s work, accompanied by musician Wendy Eisenberg, followed by a wine and cheese reception.

For those who wish to take a tour of Millay’s home afterwards, a 12:30pm tour will be offered for the price of $12.

DATE/TIME:
Saturday, July 13, 2019 / 10am – 4pm

LOCATION:
Edna St. Vincent Millay’s Steepletop
440 East Hill Road
Austerlitz, NY

ADMISSION:
$50 per person, which includes all tours, poetry reading, and the wine reception. Tickets may be purchased in advance at www.millay.org/eventscalendar.php, or at the door.

MORE:
www.millay.org
info@millay.org
518-392-3362

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Columbia Land Conservancy’s Sip & Stroll Series: Invasive Species Awareness Week at High Falls Conservation Area, Jul 12

The Columbia Land Conservancy is hosting a Sip and Stroll for Invasive Species Awareness Week at High Falls Conservation Area.

Learn more about Invasive Species during Invasive Species Awareness Week at the CLC’s first Sip & Stroll of the year. Participants will enjoy beverages and refreshments, then take a short walk around the site.

DATE/TIME:
Friday, July 12, 2019 / 5:30pm – 7:30pm

LOCATION:
High Falls Conservation Area
540 Roxbury Road
Philmont, NY 12534

COST/REGISTRATION:
Free!
Registration is required so that the CLC can be in touch in the event of a cancellation. Visit https://clctrust.org to register.

MORE:
http://clctrust.org
facebook.com/ColumbiaLandConservancy
Columbia Land Conservancy Inc.
49 Main Street Chatham, NY
info@clctrust.org
518.392.5252

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Happy 4th of July!

Have a happy, and safe Independence Day!

Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence of the United States on July 4, 1776. The Continental Congress declared that the thirteen American colonies were no longer subject to the monarch of Britain and were now united, free, and independent states.

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People’s Parade in Kinderhook Village, Jul 4

All are welcome to march in the Kinderhook Village People’s Parade this Independence day.

All are welcome to march in the Kinderhook Village People’s Parade this Independence day. Assembly is at Rothermel Park, and the march will take place on Broad Street to the Village Square.

DATE/TIME:
Thursday, July 4, 2019 / 11am

LOCATION:
Rothermel Park
15 Rothermel Lane
Kinderhook, NY 12106

MORE:
villageofkinderhook.org

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Cleremont Historic Site’s Old-Fashioned Independence Day, Jul 4

Cleremont State Historic Site presents an Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration.

Cleremont State Historic Site presents an Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration. 18th century crafts, Re-enactors, music and entertainment. Later, enjoy live music and delicious hot food until you’re able to enjoy a view of the Saugerties Fireworks over the Hudson River.