Through Jan 6
Mon-Fri |
Executive Suite Gallery: The Orange County Citizens Foundation Tree of Orange County. 9AM-5PM. 3rd Floor Executive Suite Gallery at Orange County Government Center, Goshen. 845-615-3860. |
| Through Dec 31 |
Holiday Lights in Bloom. The raised beds at Orange County Arboretum will be all aglow with the colorful lights of the season. 5-8PM. Thomas Bull Memorial Park, Montgomery. 845-615-3828. www.orangecountynyparks.com |
Every Sun
Year-round |
Sunday Champagne Brunch. This famous brunch is named the Best Sunday Champagne Brunch by Hudson Valley Magazine. Reservations suggested. 10:30AM-2:30PM. The Thayer Hotel at West Point. 845-446-4731. www.thethayerhotel.com |
| Every Sat-Sun Year-round |
Breakfast on the Farm. Settle down by the pot belly stove while Chef Heather prepares farm eggs to your liking. Hot mugs of cider and fresh coffee fragrantly steam, as bacon sizzles and the fire crackles in the wood stove. Sat 9AM-1PM, Sun 9AM-2PM. W. Rogowski Farm, Pine Island. 845-258-4574. www.Rogowskifarm.com |
Every Sun
Year-round |
Champagne Sunday Brunch. Executive Chef Michael Matarazzo presents a traditional buffet-style brunch featuring carving station, omelette station, classic entrees, salad bar, and indulgent desserts. Complimentary champagne, mimosa, and Bloody Marys. The Lodge offers commanding views of the Hudson River and surrounding mountainside. 11AM-2:30PM. Overlook Lodge, Bear Mountain. 845-786-2731, www.visitbearmountain.com |
Every
Sat-Sun |
Meet the Animals. Join museum staff for feeding time at the Living Hudson Exhibit and then meet the animal of the week. 1PM and 2:30PM. Wildlife Education Center at Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, Cornwall-on-Hudson. 845-534-7781. www.hhnaturemuseum.org |
Weekends
Until Dec 19 |
Live Holiday Entertainment at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets. Victorian carolers and Santa will stroll through the courtyards offering holiday cheer. Noon-3PM. Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, Central Valley.
845-928-4000. www.premiumoutlets.com/woodburycommon |
Throughout
the Month |
The Sturgeon Swims Through Time: A Quadricentennial Exhibit. Come view 400 years of fascinating Hudson River history through the perspective of an iconic river dweller, the Atlantic Sturgeon. 12-4PM. Wildlife Education Center at Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, Cornwall-on-Hudson. 845-534-5506 ext 204. www.hhnaturemuseum.org |
Until
Fri Dec 3 |
Art Exhibit Featuring The Works of Chrissy Pahucki, Jacqueline Schwab. Also featured are the works of emerging artist, Elizabeth Ocskay. The Wallkill River School, Montgomery. 845-457-2728. www.wallkillriverschool.com |
Mon-Fri
Throughout
The Year |
Glass Factory Tours. Tour the glass factory and watch how glass items are created including various types of lenses, collectibles and more. Tours: 10:15AM, 12:30PM, and 1:30PM. Gillinder Glass Factory, Port Jervis. 845-856-5375. www.gillinderglassstore.com |
| Every Tues-Sun throughout 2010 |
Exhibit: Wind, Steam, Electricity, Gasoline. This exhibit shows how to better understand the technology behind the power and energy from wind, steam, electricity and gasoline. Museum hours: 11AM-6PM. Museum Village, Monroe. 845-782-8247, www.museumvillage.org |
Tues-Sat
Until End of Dec |
Art Exhibit to Commemorate Village Bicentennial. Noted pen and ink artist, Robert Score, presents a Bicentennial Series of drawings replicating scenes of Montgomery from an earlier time. Noon-4PM. DiBello Gallery, Montgomery. 845-457-2773 |
Tues-Sun
Dec 4-31 |
Art Exhibit: Members Show. View the works of all member artists. Meet the artists reception Dec 4 from 5-7PM. The Wallkill River School, Montgomery. 845-457-2728. www.wallkillriverschool.com |
Every First Thur
of the Month |
Hudson River Poets. Monthly meeting. All are welcome to bring original work or the works of a favorite poet to share. 7-8:30PM. Newburgh Library Lobby, Newburgh. 845-563-3601 www.newburghlibrary.org |
| Every Thur |
Karaoke With DJ Victor Vargas. 9PM-midnight. Jesters Pub, Chester. 845-469-2116. www.thecastlefuncenter.com |
Every
Fri-Sat-Sun |
Reptiles and Amphibians of the Hudson Highlands. Learn interesting facts about our local reptiles and amphibians through the Living Hudson Exhibit. 12-4PM. Wildlife Education Center at Hudson Highlands Nature Museum. 845-534-7781. www.hhnaturemuseum.org |
| Every Fri |
Seafood and Chocolate Festival. Enjoy Seafood Bisque, Sushi, an array of fresh fish, and irrestible chocolate dessert creations. 5:30-9:30PM. The Thayer Hotel, West Point. 845-446-4731. www.thethayerhotel.com |
| Every Sat |
Saturday Night Dine and Dance. Enjoy live music featuring "Eclipse". Reservations recommended. 5:30-9:30PM. The Thayer Hotel, West Point. 845-446-4731. www.thethayerhotel.com |
Fourth Sat
of the Month |
Open Mic Night. 8PM. 2 Alices Coffee Lounge, Cornwall-on-Hudson. 845-534-4717. www.2alicescoffee.com |
Dec 2
Sat |
Reel Eclectic Film Series 2010. Independent as well as acclaimed feature films of interest to art and foreign film buffs, and cinematic connoisseurs alike. 7PM. 2nd floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library, Middletown. 845-341-5454 ext 5479. www.thrall.org |
Dec 4
Sat |
Special Glass Factory Tours. Watch special guest artists at work, as they create one of a kind glass collectibles and more. 10AM-3PM. Gillinder Glass Factory, Port Jervis. 845-856-5375. www.gillinderglassstore.com |
Dec 4
Sat |
Nature Program: Decorate for the Birds. Learn about common winter birds, then make a few simple festive feeders to take home. 10AM. Outdoor Discovery Center at Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, Cornwall. 845-534-5506 ext 204. www.hhnaturemuseum.org |
Dec 4
Sat |
Wreath and Holiday Decorating Workshop. Enjoy a morning with master gardener Sheila Kaiser, as you receive step by step instructions on how to create a holiday wreath to adorn your front door. Advance reservations required. Boathouse at Thomas Bull Memorial Park, Montgomery. 845-615-3833. www.orangecountynyparks.com |
Dec 4
Sat |
Artists Reception: Members Show. Meet the artists from 5-7PM. The Wallkill River School, Montgomery. 845-457-2728. www.wallkillriverschool.com |
Dec 4
Sat |
Milonga: Tango Under the Tent. Dance the night away. Refreshments provided-contributions to the refreshment table appreciated. Free lesson 7PM. Milonga 8PM until Midnight. Location TBA. 845-733-1942, www.tangounderthetent.org |
Dec 4, 5,
11, 12
Sat-Sun |
Wreath Fineries at the Wineries. Receive a wreath at your starting winery, then collect an ornament as you visit each winery. 10AM-6PM. 845-256-8456. Purchase tickets on line www.shawangunkwinetrail.com |
Dec 4, 5
Sat-Sun |
Christmas in the Village. Local carolers and dancers fill the village with holiday cheer. Come join in the songs, festivities, and spirit of the season. 12-4PM. Museum Village of Old Smith's Clove, Monroe. 845-782-8247, www.museumvillage.org |
Dec 5
Sun |
Eleanor Jackson Tea. Advance reservations required. Hill Hold Museum, Campbell Hall. 845-615-3833, www.orangecountynyparks.com |
Dec 5
Sun |
West Point Concert Band and Jazz Knights: Hudson Valley Holiday. Free concert. 3PM. Eisenhower Hall Theatre at West Point. 845-938-2617, www.westpoint.edu/band |
Dec 5
Dec |
Wassail Party. Presented by the Historical Society of the Town of Warwick. 4-6PM. Baird's Tavern, Warwick. 845-986-3236, www.warwickhistoricalsociety.org |
Dec 5
Sun |
Christmas Tree Lighting. 5PM. 1915 Erie Railroad Station Museum, Chester. 845-469-2591. www.chesterhistoricalsociety.com |
Dec 11
Sat |
Old Fashioned Holiday Weekend. Ornaments and poinsettias for sale, silent art auction, and crafts for children, will be under the tent at Village Hall. Strolling minstrels and bell ringers will add merriment to the day. Santa Claus 1-3PM, horse and carriage rides 3-7PM, tree-lighting and caroling 7:30PM. Event starts 11AM. Village of Montgomery. 845-457-9661. www.montgomerybicentennial.com |
Dec 11
Sat |
Second Saturdays. New York's most popular craft village hosts extended shop hours with an array of hors d' oeuvres, wine tasting, art demos, and events. Shops are open until 7PM. Free. Sugar Loaf Art and Craft Village. 845-469-0993, www.sugarloafnychamber.com |
Dec 11
Sat |
2010 Concert Series at Peach Grove Inn. Tickets include cheese tasting, glass of wine, and gourmet goodies. 7-9PM. Peach Grove Inn, Warwick. 845-986-7411, www.peachgroveinn.net |
Dec 11
Sat |
Milonga: Tango Under the Tent. Dance the night away. Refreshments provided-contributions to the refreshment table appreciated. Free lesson 7PM. Milonga 8PM until Midnight. Location TBA. 845-733-1942, www.tangounderthetent.org |
Dec 11, 12
Sat-Sun |
Christmas Candlelight Tours. This tour will put you in an old-fashioned holiday spirit. The parlor will be adorned with the traditional holiday tree and many antique toys. Watch cooking over the open hearth. Refreshments available. Sat 3-7PM, Sun Noon-4PM. Hill-Hold Museum, Campbell Hall. 845-615-3833. www.hillholdandbrickhouse.org |
Dec 12
Sun |
Candlelight House Tour. This annual tour of private homes and public spaces seldom seen, highlights the best of Newburgh's rich architectural tradition. 12-5PM. The Captain David Crawford House, Newburgh. 845-561-2585, www.newburghhistoricalsociety.com |
Dec 12
Sun |
Warm Up at the Washington's. Part of the Newburgh Historical House Tour. 12-5PM. Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site, Newburgh. 845-562-1195, www.palisadesparksconservancy.org |
Dec 12
Sun |
The Ten Tenors: Power of Ten. Platinum-record-selling and most explosive show in their history. 3PM. Eisenhower Hall Theatre at West Point. 845-938-4159, www.eisenhowerhall.com |
Dec 15
Wed |
Afternoon Movies for Grownups. This 2009 Biography/Comedy/Romance stars Meryl Streep and Amy Adams. 2PM. 2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall Library, Middletown. 845-341-5454 ext 5479, www.thrall.org |
Dec 18
Sat |
Nature Program: A Beary Merry Holiday. Join in the seasonal fun. 11AM-3PM. Raindate Dec 19. Trailside Museums in Bear Mountain State Park. 845-786-2701 ext 293, www.palisadesparksconservancy.org |
Dec 18
Sat |
Christmas With the Ellisons. Enjoy 18th century music and period displays, as you tour the elegant candlelit Ellison House. Free admission. 6-8PM. Knox's Headquarters, Vails Gate. 845-561-5498. www.palisadesparksconservancy.org |
Dec 18, 19
Sat-Sun |
Christmas Candlelight Tours. This tour will put you in an old-fashioned holiday spirit. The parlor will be adorned with the traditional holiday tree and many antique toys. Watch cooking over the open hearth. Refreshments available. Sat 3-7PM, Sun Noon-4PM. Hill-Hold Museum, Campbell Hall. 845-615-3833. www.hillholdandbrickhouse.org |
Dec 19
Sun |
The Empire Brass presents: The Sound of Christmas. Elisabeth von Trapp, granddaughter of Maria and Baron von Trapp, joins the Empire Brass in a holiday celebration filled with enchanting music. 3PM. Main Stage at The Lycian Centre, Sugar Loaf. 845-469-ACTS (2287), www.LycianCentre.com |
Dec 26
Thru Jan 3
Daily |
After Holiday Sale at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets. Shop at 220 of the World's top designer and brand names. Additional savings offered. 9AM-9PM. Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, Central Valley.
845-928-4000. www.premiumoutlets.com/woodburycommon |
Dec 27, 28, 29
Mon-Tues-Wed |
Holiday Open House. On-the-hour tours of the period-decorated 18th century Ellison House. Free admission. 10AM, 11AM, 1PM, 2PM. Knox's Headquarters, Vails Gate. 845-561-5498. www.palisadesparksconservancy.org |
Dec 27-30
Mon-Thur |
Winter Welcome Week. Come in from the cold and enjoy an historic tour. 10AM-5PM. Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site, Newburgh. 845-562-1195. www.palisadesparksconservancy.org |
Dec 31
Fri |
New Year's Eve Gala Milonga. Dance the night away into the New Year. Time and location TBA. 845-733-1942, www.tangounderthetent.org |
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