Category: Happenings

Family Movie Night @ New Lebanon Library

This Friday (June 15) at the New Lebanon Library: Family Movie Night showing of Born to be Wild.

Narrated by Academy-Award winner Morgan Freeman, Born to be Wild is an inspiring story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. This film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them – saving endangered species one life at a time.

The movie is rated G. The library will provide the popcorn.

WHEN: Friday (June 15, 2012)
TIME: 6:30 PM
COST: Free
PLACE: New Lebanon Library (550 State Route 20, New Lebanon)
Phone: 518-794-8844
Email: leb@taconic.net

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

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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Coming Up @ New Lebanon Library

Thursday (May 17, 2012): Family Crafts Night

Join us and make foam bumblebee bouquets!
All materials provided. For ages 5 and up, although younger siblings are welcome, too.

Please call 518-794-8844 to register.

WHEN:   Thursday (May 17)
TIME:   6:30 pm
PLACE:  New Lebanon Library (550 State Route 20, New Lebanon)
Email: leb@taconic.net

Friday (May 18, 2012): An Evening of Jazz & Swing Standards With DBX2

Join us for an evening of exceptional music with this fantastic swing band!

DBX2 features bassist Dan Broad, Allen Livermore on saxophone, and pianist David Bartley. Dan Broad, one of the most sought after bassists in Western New England, has performed in nearly every state in the union and as well as in Europe. Allen Livermore is a certified music teacher who has taught preschool through college. As a saxophonist and drummer, he has performed at clubs, restaurants, resorts, colleges and arts spaces throughout New England andNew York. Allen Livermore is a certified music teacher who has taught preschool through college. As a saxophonist and drummer, he has performed at clubs, restaurants, resorts, colleges and arts spaces throughout New England and New York. David Bartley’s musical career included scoring original music for film, video, and radio productions, performing in various popular music groups, and composing and performing several performance art pieces in association with the Washington Performing Arts Society.

Free and open to the public – donations for the performer are welcome.

WHEN: Friday (May 18)
TIME: 7:00pm
PLACE:  New Lebanon Library (550 State Route 20, New Lebanon)
Email: leb@taconic.net

Red Hook Bicentennial Celebration

2012 marks the town of Red Hook’s Bicentennial and the town is hosting a bevy of events to celebrate this 200th anniversary.

Following is a list of events taking place this weekend (May 19 – 20, 2012). All information is from the official site of Red Hook’s Bicentennial, RedHook200.org.

SATURDAY, MAY 19

Heritage House and Barn Tour
Explore two centuries of Red Hook architecture in a self-driven tour of rarely open houses, barns and churches. Informative displays and knowledgeable docents enhance the visit. Highlights include Barrytown’s elegant Edgewater, one of America’s finest classical revival houses, and a closing reception at Red Hook’s stately Maizeland. Admission $25 ($30 after May 13; children 12 and under free). Reservations required. Mail in reservation form below. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Check in –Elmendorph Inn, North Broadway & Cherry Street, Red Hook 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. – Tour 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Reception Reservation Form – May 19 House & Barn Tour (Note: As of 5/14, reservations are being taken on a waiting list basis only until we hear back from  a couple of the owners on capacity).

SATURDAY, MAY 19 and SUNDAY, MAY 20

Heritage Weekend at Montgomery Place
In honor of the Bicentennial and New York State Heritage Weekend, Montgomery Place Historic Site is opening its grounds and mansion free to the public. View the rare 1797 map of Red Hook and Rhinebeck, presented for the first time. Marvel at the stately public rooms, stroll the gardens, picnic on the broad lawns overlooking the Hudson. Take a self-directed hike through the West Meadow, the South Woods, or down to the falls of the Sawkill. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Grounds open – Montgomery Place Historic Site, River Road, Annandale 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. – Mansion tours

SUNDAY, MAY 20

Music of the Early Nineteenth Century: A Parlor Concert for the Classical Guitar
Performed by David Temple The formal parlor of larger homes was perhaps the most popular venue for singers and instrumentalists of the 18th and 19th centuries.  The intimate setting lends itself to more personal musical expression, rewarding the listener with a more immediate, unique experience.  Reception to follow. Admission: $12;  at the door. (Proceeds go to support production of Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town,” September 14 and 15). 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. – Elmendorph Inn, North Broadway & Cherry Street, Red Hook

Red Hook’s Bicentennial celebration continues through the summer and into the fall with many more events. For a full list of the events and additional details, check out RedHook200.org.