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View From the Top

Esteemed Reader: April 2011

Chronogram’s Jason Stern talks about the challenges of trying to feed one’s soul with right nourishment, doing the same for your children, and finding balance between technology and the beauty and simplicity of nature.

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Editor's Note: April 2011

From NPR and health insurance, to flowers and fighter missiles, Brian K. Mahoney takes you through our upcoming issue and gives an Editor’s insight.

While You Were Sleeping: April 2011

The Supreme Court protects hate speech at military funerals, State Department spokesman steps down over Bradley Manning comments, “good” people live longer, Mexico’s children get put on a diet, and more.

Beinhart's Body Politic: Mythonomics

Larry Beinhart busts the myths of communism, capitalism, socialism and fascism; helping us to realize all economies are mixed economies.

Home & Garden

Let the Sun Shine

From a dark and moldy hunting cabin to an open, bright and beautiful space. The innovative, sustainable renovations of Marlys Hann.

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Native Plants: Beyond Pretty

As Spring approaches, brush up on how to design a garden that features a variety of plants and flowers — native and non-native to the region.

The Craft: Wickham Solid Wood Studio

Jessica Wickham, a one-woman woodworking entrepreneur turns the left-overs of our “former forest” into handmade, solid, artful pieces of furniture.

The Question: Can you live in a tiny house?

With a mere 105 square feet— do you think you could live in a tiny house? Jennifer Fairley looks deeper into the new Eco-friendly trend.

The Item: April 2011

From seeds to soaps, Lee Anne Albritton keeps you updated on our favorite products for the home and garden.

Beauty and Fashion Supplement

Spring Fling at the Stockade Tavern

Photographer Kelly Merchant documents the latest styles from local boutiques.

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Arts & Culture

Luminous Storefronts

Lynn Woods takes a look at the storefront art of “Masters on Main Street,” which features the art of local art students and alumni.

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Upstate New York Olympics

Bard Professor and photographer Tim Davis talks about his newest quirky video series, “Upstate New York Olympics.” salmon

Robert Whitman's "Passport" at Dia:Beacon

Robert Whitman’s “Passport” will be performed on Saturday, April 16 and Sunday, April 17, at 8pm at Riverfront Park in Beacon.

Go "MAD" with RSF!

On Saturday, May 7th, the fabulous Stone Barns at Rhinebeck’s historic Grasmere Estate will be the setting for the Rhinebeck Science Foundation’s Spring Celebration – a 60’s party that even Don Draper and his fabled “Mad Men” would be wowed by.

Food & Drink

The Germinator: From Seed to Sprout

Peter Barrett talks with experts about the pros and cons of eating seeds and sprouts.

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Restaurant Openings: April 2011

From Southern BBQ to sandwiches on pretzels, and handcrafted beer—our April restaurant openings showcase some of the best new eateries and spots to grab a brew in the area.

Horoscopes

Horoscopes for April 2011

Eric Francis Coppolino explains what the stars have in store for us.

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Here at the Edge of the World

Why the myth of the lost continent of Atlantis is important today.

Poetry

Poem: A Poem by Otto JeckerByrne

(8 years) About his relationship with his identical twin, Emmet

Poem: From A Place

A poem by Colleen Gibbons-Brown.

Poem: Contrition

A poem by Adrienne M. Madama.

Poem: A poem by p.

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Poem: Ars Poetica

A poem by Bonnie Jill Emanuel.

Poem: Moonlight

A poem by M. DiStefano.

Poem: Revisit the Wonder

A poem by Thomas Perkins.

Poem: February in Manhattan

A poem by Meggie Monahan.

Poem: My Self as the Space Between the Mist and the Sunrise and the Wind as Cold as Your Heart 4/10

A poem by Irene Zimmerman.

Poem: The New Surroundings

A poem by Carolee Lockwood.

Poem: Rebel

A poem by Will Nixon.

Poem: April Yellow

A poem by Judith Saunders.

Poem: The Best Thing That Never Happened

A poem by Lauren Tamraz.

Poem: Tropicana

A poem by Richard Donnelly.

Poem: Gazing at the Firmament

A poem by Taylor Steinberg.

To Home

A poem by N. L. Hoffman.

On the Cover

On the Cover: Carol Rizzo

Staatsburg resident and artist Carol Rizzo shakes us out of our winter funk with a lighthearted portrait of an Easter bunny.

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Community Pages

Rhymes with Orange

History merges with a new wave of economic growth and spirit in Middletown and Goshen.

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The Other Tri-State Area: Millerton & Amenia

Traci Suppa explores the quiet, but evolving towns of Millerton and Amenia, and the trail that connects them.

Millerton/Amenia Slideshow

A photographic tour of Millerton and Amenia.

Middletown/Goshen Slideshow

A photographic tour of Middletown.

Sustainability

Running on Empty

Crispin Kott talks with professionals, sellers, and sustainable transportation enthusiasts about the direction of the automotive market in the Hudson Valley.

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News & Politics

A Conversation with Frances Beinecke

As the one-year anniversary of the Gulf of Mexico oil rig explosion, and ensuing massive spill approaches, Carl Frankel takes us through whose to blame, what’s being done, what you can do, and how to prevent another disaster.

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A Conversation with Ray Suarez

Journalist Ray Suarez talks with Brian K. Mahoney about a post-9/11 media atmosphere.

Whole Living

Less Clutter, More Joy

Want to make room for more happiness in your life? Start by clearing out your junk drawer.

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Flowers Fall, April 2011

It’s a Beautiful World: Kim John Payne on Simplicity Parenting

Music

Leap of Faith: John Esposito’s Sunjump Records

Marlborough-raised John Esposito talks with Chronogram’s Peter Aaron about the challenges, faith, and love that goes into starting a record label in the turbulent economic atmosphere.

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Nightlife Highlights, April 2011

Upcoming musical events including Judy Collins, chamber music, Mother Fletcher, Will Oldham, and more. Reviewed by Music Editor Peter Aaron.

CD Review: A Viberatto A

Cheryl K. Symister-Masterson reviews the first full-length album by this interesting 11-piece chamber group.

CD Review: The Erin Hobson Compact

A resonating voice, meaningful lyrics, and mature sound. Sharon Nichols reviews the words and sounds of The Erin Hobson Compact.

CD Review: Rob Skane

Jason Broome reviews a new album by Rob Skane, a musician with a vintage tone, quirky presence, and genuine music.

Of Montreal at Vassar College

Peter Aaron reviews music by the award-winning Georgie-based band, Of Montreal.

Books

Global Village Storyteller

Nina Shengold interviews Joydeep Roy-Bhattacharya, a novelist, professor, humanitarian of sorts, and author of “The Storyteller of Marrakesh.”

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Short Takes, April 2011

Hudson Valley authors celebrate everything from the tactile pleasures of print to the lesbian lifestyle, the PC plucked brow, the glorious oddments of our English language, the changing of seasons, and the well-hung artistic career.

Book Review: Something to Say: Thoughts on Art and Politics in America

Jay Blotcher reviews this multi-voiced book that makes commentary on American Art, Politics, and culture.

Book Review: The Empty Family

Lee Conell reviews a new book by award-winning Irish writer Colm Tóibín.

Parting Shot

Parting Shot: Dmitri Belyi

“Bridget,” a photograph by Dmitri Belyi

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