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This week, looking North from New Lebanon.
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This is the place to get more info on the events we discussed on the Eclectimaniac Radio Show for August 15, 2018.
This is the place to get more info on the events we discussed on the Eclectimaniac Radio Show for August 15, 2018.
Art Omi: Music live on Wave Farm’s WGXC 90.7-FM
On Saturday, August 18, a live, collaborative performance by the Art Omi: Music fellows will be broadcast on Wave Farm’s WGXC 90.7-FM, a community radio station serving New York’s Greene and Columbia counties based in Acra, New York. The performance can also be heard via live stream at wgxc.org and found in the WGXC audio archive following the performance.
DATE/TIME
Saturday, August 18, 2018: 2 – 3pm
Tony Stewart All Star Sprint Car Series at Lebanon Valley Speedway
The All-Star Circuit of Champions Sprint Car Series is one of the oldest traveling sprint car organizations and is a staple of grassroots, open-wheel racing. This winged sprint car tour will be at Lebanon Valley Speedway along with a $1500 To Win Small Block Modified Event.
DATE/TIME:
Sunday, August 19, 2018: 4pm – 10pm
TICKETS:
LOCATION:
Lebanon Valley Speedway,
1746 US Route 20,
West Lebanon, NY 12195
Wish You Were Here: A Look Back at Life in Hudson Through Vintage Postcards at Hudson Area Library
The Hudson Area Library presents Wish You Were Here: A Look Back at Life in Hudson Through Vintage Postcards. This marks the library’s first ever History Room collection exhibit, and is curated by David Murphy of Hudson, former president of the library’s Board of Trustees and a member of its History Room Committee.
What did people do to connect with each other before telephones, internet, and instant messaging? Many sent postcards, even if it was to a friend or relative just a few miles away. Wish You Were Here examines and celebrates that era.
The Hudson Area Library History Room has collected an extensive set of postcards from this river city, most from the early 1900s, that tell charming personal stories about life here 100 years ago. The collection illuminates how essential this widely used method of communications was for travelers, family and friends in and around Hudson. It includes many street scenes of Hudson, prominent buildings such as the county courthouse, and parks such as Promenade Hill.
There will an opening reception on Thursday, September 6, which includes a presentation on the collection, hosted by Gary Sheffer, a native of Hudson. This will be followed by a wine and cheese gathering. The library will also have note cards and t-shirts for sale with an image of an iconic historic Hudson postcard.
DATE/TIME:
Opening Reception: Thursday, September 6, 2018: 6 – 8pm
Exhibition: September 6 – October 31, 2018
ADMISSION:
Free and open to the public
LOCATION:
Hudson Area Library
51 N. 5th St. (at State St.)
Hudson, NY 12534
Grillsdale 2018
Back for its third year as one of the most tantalizing evenings of the summer, Grillsdale spotlights the bounty of Columbia County, Dutchess County, and the Berkshires—featuring some of the best grilled small plates from top restaurants, chefs, and purveyors from the area. Set against the hills at Roeliff Jansen Park, watch the sunset while sampling your way through an all-inclusive food and drink menu. For live music, this year we are thrilled to have Chops N’ Saurekraut Trio ( with surprise guests ) from Hudson, all performing on the big Herrington’s truck-stage.
Featuring grilled food and craft beverages from the following:
Job Yacubian The Farmer’s Wife * Carla Perez-Gallardo & Hannah Black Of Lil’ Deb’s Oasis * Jack Peele of JACüTERIE * Eliah Gardner of Yummy Kitchen * Carrie Chen & Keith Tannenbaum of Casana T House * Luloo & Evan Flynn-Mann of Empaninas * Nick Keene of The Barn at The Egremont Village Inn * Jared Schwartz & laura Webster of The Poor Devil Pepper Company * Ethan Athur Sumner of FIRE KING BBQ * Brigid Dorsey of Les Collines Preserves * Chef Jeremy Spesard of Miracle Springs Farm * HILLSDALE FIRE CO. #1 * Svendale Brewing Co.* King’s Highway Fine Cider * Chatham Brewing * Irving Farm Coffee Roasters * White Oak Farm * Little Apple Cider Inc.
The evening will be capped with the naming of the “People’s Choice” to be decided by the attendees. Last year SHIRE 935 Productions donated a substantial portion of the net profit to the HARLEM VALLEY RAIL TRAIL and pledge to do so again via a raffle of a chic new trail-worthy bicycle and a few other recreational items.
DATE/TIME:
Saturday, August 25, 2018: 7pm – 11pm
ADMISSION:
$85 – All Inclusive Ticket
$45 – Wine & Beer (no-food) Ticket
$25 – Kids, 12 and under
If the last two years are to be any indication, Grillsdale will sell out fast, so get your tickets in advance. Tickets can be purchased at eventbrite.com
LOCATION:
Roeliff Jansen Park
116 Old Route 22
Hillsdale, NY 12529
Columbia County Fair
Six days of fun with all your fair favorites as well as new entertainment that will fill the stages, exhibit buildings, barns, midway and grandstand. Headlining the Fair this year is Country Band Parmalee, known for their hit singles, “Carolina,” “Close Your Eyes,” and “Already Callin’ You Mine.”
Two nights of Demolition Derby.
Truck Pulling circuit rolling into our Grandstand for one exciting night of diesel, 4WD modified and enhanced gas competitors, produced by Shootout Productions.
Professional cowboys throughout the country competing for cash prizes and a chance at the year-end trophy buckle at the Painted Pony Rodeo. Team roping, calf roping, steer wrestling and ladies barrel racing contest fill out the event.
Monster Tractors will once again pull their heavy loads past the grandstand crowd, testing fairgoers eardrums while earning points towards the circuit championship.
DATES/TIMES:
August 29 through Labor Day, September 3, 2018
Wednesday NOON to 11pm
Thursday-Monday 10am-11pm
ADMISSION:
Single Admission (excluding Sunday) $10.00
Sunday Admission $15.00
Senior Citizens 62 & over (Thursday 10am to 4pm) $5.00
Youth Day 18 & under (Thursday 10am to 4pm) FREE
Active Military Individual Personnel, with ID or uniform FREE (not a family discount)
LOCATION:
Columbia County Fair Grounds
182 Hudson Avenue
Chatham, NY 12037
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A rare, round house in a private setting. You have to see this unique circular home with 6.15 acres of secluded, wooded lands at the end of a 900-foot driveway. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house with attached garage has 2336 square feet of open floor-plan space spread between the main house and the matching, circular guest house.
NEW LEBANON, NY
Beds: 3
Baths: 2
Sq. Ft.: 2,336
Lot Sz: 6.15 acres
$439,000
A rare, round house in a private setting. You have to see this unique circular home with 6.15 acres of secluded, wooded lands at the end of a 900-foot driveway. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house with attached garage has 2336 square feet of open floor-plan space spread between the main house and the matching, circular guest house.
The home’s two circular structures are connected by a large deck that wraps around the main hous, and leads to the guest house, which also has a 360-degree deck of it’s own. Large stone-slab steps lead from the deck to the backyard and a gravel patio with a Garden Room. The Garden Room has a sink, counters and a wall of windows for starting seeds or growing plants.
The home’s CATHEDRAL CEILINGS allow for a sleeping loft in the main house, and a custom floating table in the guest house that can automatically be raised or lowered to your desired height. There are two FIREPLACES in the main house, and a wood burning stove in guest house that provide a cozy atmosphere on chilly nights. Multiple Sun-Tunnel Skylights provide natural light in the home, and there are custom features throughout, including a nonagon (9-sided) kitchen island w/ oven & downdraft cooktop, wood cabinetry designed to perfectly fit the home’s circular shape, and closets that maximize every inch of the home’s storage potential.
Enjoy the views of the Berkshire mountains in the distance, and rolling hilltops that surround the property from the gazebo with it’s hammock chair. You can quickly reach the Berkshires by car, which are just a few minutes drive away. The village of Chatham is also a short drive, and Hudson is about 30 minutes away. The “Circle House” is about two hours from NYC and Boston, and conveniently located near the Taconic Parkway, and Interstate 90.
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This is the place to get more info on the events we discussed on the Eclectimaniac Radio Show for June 20, 2018.
This is the place to get more info on the events we discussed on the Eclectimaniac Radio Show for June 20, 2018.
WGXC Radio Everywhere Spring Pledge Drive
Our Community Radio Station has made some great progress toward the $25,000 goal, but we still have a way to go. It’s critical that we make this goal. This is not an exaggeration, overstatement or hyperbole. These funds are needed to keep the station going.
Call (518) 697-7400 or go to wgxc.org/donate and pledge your support of Hands-on Creative Community Radio.
Annual Hudson River Exchange Summer Market
The 6th Annual Hudson River Exchange Summer Market takes place this weekend (June 22 to 24, 2018). Summer Market is a weekend gathering of creativity and exchange, bringing together makers, collectors, farmers, live musicians and community organizers to celebrate creation, connection, and the scenic beauty that is the Hudson Valley.
The weekend kicks off Friday night with a party to celebrate the Suarez Family Brewery’s 2nd anniversary, and a preview of 40 Summer Market vendors. The market continues on Saturday and Sunday, when visitors can shop handmade and vintage items from the Hudson Valley, try artisanal food and drinks, and enjoy a summery soundtrack of local DJs and live music.
Check out the list of venders at hudsonriverexchange.com/summer_market/vendors-2018, and the food and drink providers at hudsonriverexchange.com/summer_market/food-drink-2018
DATES/TIMES:
Friday, June 22: from 5pm – 9pm
Saturday, June 23: 10am – 6pm
Sunday, June 24: 11am – 4pm
LOCATION:
Henry Hudson Riverfront Park
Water St, Hudson, NY 12534
ADMISSION:
Free
MORE:
hudsonriverexchange.com
facebook.com/HudsonRiverExchange
instagram.com/hudsonriverexchange
Columbia Land Conservancy’s Sip & Snap: Herons & Hefeweizen
The Columbia Land Conservancy presents their second Sip and Stroll event of the season – Herons & Hefeweizen.
Join the CLC at Hand Hollow Conservation Area to check out the Great Blue Heron Rookery, where the chicks may be starting to fledge at this time. A scope will be set up at a safe distance to view, and there will be a talk about the habitats that occur at Hand Hollow. Learn about the birds, while enjoying a Chatham Brewery Hefeweizen beer.
DATE/TIME:
Thursday, June 21 2018: 5:30pm – 7pm
LOCATION:
Hand Hollow Conservation Area
4079 County Route 9
East Chatham, NY
COST/REGISTRATION:
Free!
Registration is required so that the CLC can be in touch in the event of a cancellation. Visit http://clctrust.org/event/sip-snap-herons-hefeweizen/ to register.
MORE:
http://clctrust.org
facebook.com/ColumbiaLandConservancy
Columbia Land Conservancy Inc.
49 Main Street Chatham, NY
info@clctrust.org
518.392.5252
The Theater Barn Celebrates its 35th season in New Lebanon
The Theater Barn, in New Lebanon, opens this Friday (June 22nd), for its 2018 season, which is it’s 35th season! The season kicks off with the comedy “The Nerd” by Larry Shue. Following the show the audience is invited to stay for a complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres reception with the cast and crew to celebrate the 35th Season.
The 2018 season runs from Friday through the fall with plays, musicals, and the always popular Agatha Christie mystery.
DATE/TIME:
Friday, June 22 2018: 8pm
TICKET PRICES:
$29.00 for the evening performances
LOCATION:
654 Columbia Pike
New Lebanon, NY 12125
MORE:
TheTheaterBarn.org
Box Office – 518-794-8989
Foam N’ Glow “World’s Largest Foam Party” Presents: Foam N’ Glow Albany
Foam N’ Glow “World’s Largest Foam Party” Fuses High-Energy Music, Ultraviolet Dancers, Contortionists, Stilt Walkers, Fire Performers, Soaring Ariel Acts, CO2 Shows & the ever so famous FOAM N’ GLOW BLAST, Into One Mind Blowing Combination.
The show concept leads fans on a journey of unimaginable atmospheres and unforgettable emotions. A concert revolution that has swept the world of electronic dance music, blurring the line between fantasy and reality. With state of the art visual effects, ground shaking bass, and World class DJs.
DATE/TIME:
Saturday June 30th 2018: 9pm – 1am
LOCATION:
Jupiter Hall
1 Crossgates Mall Road #99×09
Albany, NY 12203
ADMISSION:
Ages – 16 and up
General Admission – $22.50 + $5.18 fee
Ultimate VIP Experience – $75.00 + $6.75 fee. VIP includes Express Entry, LED Foam N’ Glow bam bam, Foam N’ Glow towel, bracelet and drawstring bag.
Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/foam-n-glow-albany-ny-summer-splash-tickets-45381362878?aff=ebdssbcitybrowse
MORE:
foamnglow.com
facebook.com/FoamNGlow
Food Truck Village in Kinderhook
For two evenings this summer, the Kinderhook Village Square will become Food Truck Village! The annual event includes a variety of cuisines in one spot, with live music.
DATES/TIME:
Thursday, June 28 2018, and Thursday, August 23 2018: 5pm to 9pm (both dates)
LOCATION:
Kinderhook Village Square
Intersection of Route 9 & Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY
MORE:
This event will happen rain or shine
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Shaker Museum | Mount Lebanon is kicking off the 2018 Season with a lecture at the historic site, live music, face painting, and more.
Shaker Museum | Mount Lebanon is kicking off the 2018 Season with a lecture at the historic site, live music, face painting, and more. A light dessert will be offered for free, and Dolan’s Dogs food truck will be on site for those wishing to purchase lunch.
Register in advance and receive discounted meal tickets. Meal ticket includes: One hot dog, hamburger/cheeseburger, or grilled cheese plus one side, and one beverage.
The community event is also the final stop on the NL200 Tour d’Manur. In celebration of the bicentennial of New Lebanon, Jerry Grant, Director of Collections & Research, will discuss the bicentennial of the North House in a talk titled “Mount Lebanon’s North House: The History and Legacy of a Shaker Masterpiece”.
The museum’s Visitor Center will be open and will offer a 10% OFF in-store discount for all those who attend.
DATE/TIME:
Saturday, May 26 2018, from 1pm to 3pm
ADMISSION:
All are welcome, but parking is limited, so purchase a meal ticket and register in advance.
$10 – $12
LOCATION:
Shaker Museum/Mount Lebanon
202 Shaker Road
New Lebanon, NY
MORE:
www.shakerml.org
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