State and Local Primary Elections, Sep 13

Voters in New York, that are affiliated with a political party, have several primary races to vote for.

Voters in New York, that are affiliated with a political party, have several primary races to vote for. These Primary Elections give voters the chance to select candidates for state and local level offices (Governor, State Senator, State Assembly, County Clerk, Town Justice, etc.).

Though elections are typically held on Tuesdays, this year’s primary election was moved to Thursday, September 13, after Cuomo signed a bill to move the date back two days. The previously announced date—September 11—would not only conflict with the end of Rosh Hashanah, but would also present a conflict for those who may be commemorating the 17th anniversary of 9/11.

DATE/TIME:
State/Local primary election: Thursday, September 13

General election: Tuesday, November 6

LOCATIONS:
Visit the Columbia County Board of Elections site (here) for locations.

MORE:
www.elections.ny.gov

 

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Omi International Arts Center – Annual Light Into Night Benefit, Sep 15

Art Omi’s annual Light Into Night benefit brings together visual artists, writers, musicians, dancers and architects (and the people who support them) for a rare evening of art, dinner & dance against the striking backdrop of the Art Omi Studio Barns.

Art Omi’s annual Light Into Night benefit brings together visual artists, writers, musicians, dancers and architects (and the people who support them) for a rare evening of art, dinner & dance against the striking backdrop of the Art Omi Studio Barns.

The evening also features avant-garde art happenings and innovative performances by Art Omi alumni and friends. Upon arriving, guests will enjoy delicious drinks and a rustic food-hall-style dinner presented by The Flammerie and Oak. A silent auction will be open to bidding throughout the evening. Towards the end of dinner the live auction will feature rare art experiences and vacation destinations, followed by dessert and dancing to top off the night.

This event helps the world-renowned Art Omi continue their important work of producing international arts programming of the highest caliber right here in the Hudson Valley.

Young Art Omi supporters are welcome at Little Stars, a children’s party at Camp Omi with a campfire and art-making. For children ages 4-12, Little Stars will feature a light-themed art project, followed by a kid-friendly film, campfire, singing, and story-telling. Food and drinks will be available.

DATE/TIME:
Saturday September 15, 2018: 6:30pm

TICKETS:
$200 – Single Ticket to all art happenings, dinner and drinks included.
$500 – Contributor Ticket: 1 ticket to all art happenings + premium reserved dinner seating + host committee listing.
$1,750.00 – Benefactor Table: 4 tickets to all art happenings, premium reserved dinner seating + host committee listing.
$3,500.00 – Sponsor Table: 8 tickets to all art happenings, premium, reserved dinner seating + host committee listing.

Little Stars: $35 – 1 ticket to kids party. $25 for additional child, friend or sibling.

Visit https://501auctions.com/artomi/tickets?type=20397 to purchase tickets.

LOCATION:
Omi International Arts Center
Studio Barns
1405 County Route 22
Ghent, NY 12075

MORE:
For more information, contact Kit Fraser at kfraser@artomi.org or call the Visitors Center at 518-392-4747.
https://501auctions.com/artomi/?mobile=0
ArtOmi.org.
FaceBook/Art-Omi
instagram.com/art_omi

 

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Tour the Hudson-Athens Lighthouse, Sep 8

Join the Hudson-Athens Lighthouse Preservation Society (HALPS) as it hosts visits to the eight room Hudson – Athens Lighthouse that is listed on the National Historic Register.


Join the Hudson-Athens Lighthouse Preservation Society (HALPS) as it hosts visits to the eight room Hudson – Athens Lighthouse that is listed on the National Historic Register.

Located in the middle of the Hudson River between the Village of Athens and the City of Hudson, the Hudson-Athens Lighthouse was built in 1874 to guide ships safely around the Middle Ground Flats. HALPS is the sole owner of the house, and is responsible for the restoration, maintenance, and preservation of the lighthouse. The lighthouse continues to be an active aid to navigation on the river.


DATE/TIME:
Saturday, September 8, 2018: 11am
Tours will depart from Henry Hudson Riverfront Park in Hudson at 11, 12, 1 and 2. Tours depart Athens Village Riverfront Park at 11:30, 12:30, 1:30, and 2:30.

LOCATION:
Henry Hudson Riverfront Park
Hudson, NY (Behind the Amtrak station)

Village of Athens Waterfront Park
4 Water Street
Athens, NY

ADMISSION:
$25 for adults, and $10 for children under 12 years of age.
Members prices are $15 for adults and $5 for children.

Reservations are suggested and can be made online at Hudsoncruises.com or by calling Hudson Cruises at 518-348-8993 or (Toll Free) 888-764-1844.

MORE:
www.hudsonathenslighthouse.org
facebook.com/hudsonathenslight

 

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Coming to the Theater Barn – ‘The Decorator’

The Theater Barn, in New Lebanon, presents “The Decorator”.


The Theater Barn, in New Lebanon, presents “The Decorator”.

Marcia returns to her flat to find it has not been painted. A painter is just beginning the work when the wife of the man with whom Marcia is having an affair arrives to tell all to her husband. Marcia hires the painter, a part time actor, to impersonate her husband. Hilarity is piled upon hilarity as the painter, who takes his acting very seriously, portrays the absent husband.

DATES/TIMES:
Friday, September 7, 2018 – Sunday, September 23, 2018
Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2pm.

TICKET PRICES:
$29.00 for the evening performances
$27.00 for the Sunday matinee

LOCATION:
654 Columbia Pike
New Lebanon, NY 12125

MORE:
TheTheaterBarn.org
facebook.com/thetheaterbarn
Box Office – 518-794-8989

 

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2nd Annual Progressive Vegan Dinner in Red Hook, Sep 13

Join Hudson Valley Vegans for a festive progressive dinner!


Join Hudson Valley Vegans for a festive progressive dinner! We have worked with three Red Hook venues to provide three delicious vegan courses – just for us, on this special evening. All are welcome from the community- Vegan or just vegan-curious. Come out, support Red Hook venues, and see how delicious vegan/plant-based dishes can be.

The evening begins at 5:30 pm at Yum Yum Noodle Bar for appetizers. After that, stop no 2 is at Flatiron Restaurant, where the restaurant will prepare three family-style entrees. Finally, at 7:30, enjoy scrumptious vegan desserts by Terry of Terry’s Bakeshop fame, at the Enchanted Cafe.

DATE/TIME:
Thursday, September 13, 2018: 5:30pm

LOCATION:
Red Hook, NY 12571

Yum Yum Noodle Bar (5:30pm)
7496 S Broadway

Flatiron American Restaurant & Bar (6:30pm)
7488 S Broadway

Enchanted Cafe (7:30pm)
7484 S Broadway

TICKETS:
$47 per person. Limited number available. Visit https://veganprogressivedinner.brownpapertickets.com to purchase.

MORE:
www.hvvegans.org

 

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