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A Murmuration of Color: The Collages of Niki Haynes
The Troy-based artist Niki Haynes has spent the last 15 years creating work that explore our culture of consumption in swirling, hypnotic collages.
Meadowlark Music Festival in Stone Ridge
The indie/roots event in support of farm workers will take place September 13-15.
Chronogrammies 2024 Party
Th second annual Chronogrammies party took place on August 22 at the Hudson House & Distillery in West Park.
Hudson Valley Native Victoria Isaacson to Make Paralympic Debut in Wheelchair Fencing
Victoria Isaacson proudly represents the United States as a member of the Team USA Wheelchair Fencing team in her first Paralympic Games.
Wired for Success: How the Linemen Institute is Shaping a Vital Workforce
The Linemen Institute of the Northeast trains future electrical line workers on the grounds of the former Zena elementary school in Woodstock. The intensive 15-week program equips students with crucial skills and certifications, preparing them for high-demand, high-reward careers in an essential trade amid a growing need for linemen.
Joan Osborne to Perform in Woodstock
The Grammy-nominated folk-rock troubadour will appear at the Colony on August 31.
Creative Exposure: Portraits of Hudson, New York
In Creative Exposure photographer Chad Weckler has captured an evocative and powerful expression of Hudson’s current moment.
Millie + Madge Brings Contemporary, Upscale Women’s Shoes to Woodstock
After years in merchandising, Beth Bogulski is putting her business saavy to use with Millie + Madge, which stocks a curated collection of upscale, sustainable, and fashionable footwear and accessories, featuring as many women-designed or women-owned brands as possible.
Play Airlines Announces $129 Flights to Europe from Stewart Airport
Budget carrier Play Airlines is running a seven-day sale, 8/21-8/28, on flights to Europe and Iceland from Stewart Airport.
NRBQ Returns to Rock It Up in Woodstock
“America’s greatest bar band” will perform at Levon Helm Studios on August 29.
Vitsky Bakery Serves up Hyperseasonal Baked Goods in Wassaic
One of the soul-nourishing benefits of enjoying food made with hyperlocally sourced ingredients, is that consumers become more connected to their community. Vitsky Bakery, a small-batch artisan bakery in Wassaic, is a testament to that notion, with a menu that changes seasonally, weekly, and sometimes daily, depending on the availability of local, farm-fresh ingredients. While…
Hudson River PCB Cleanup: Success or Failure?
The Hudson River, one of the largest Superfund sites in the US, is the battleground for grassroots environmentalists and the EPA over whether the latest data reveals success or failure in the cleanup of toxic contaminants.
Valerie June Headlines Akwesasne Freedom School Benefit in Palenville
The Akwesasne Freedom School, founded in 1979, immerses Mohawk children in the language, culture, and beliefs of the tribe, preserving a legacy that is on the brink of extinction. Now in the process of building a new school for their teachings, Chosen Family and Underwater Panther Coalition are teaming up to fundraise for the indigenous…
Bashakill Bazaar: Vintage Threads & Antiques in Wurtsboro
Serial entrepreneur and FIT grad Rebecca Falcon’s experience in fashion and merchandising is paying off with the her latest venture: Bashakill Bazaar, a consignment shop in Wurtsboro featuring vintage clothing, antiques, and collectibles.
Play Pop: Hudson’s New Family Club for Work, Play, and Community
With Play Pop, mothers Elina Tunyan and Kris Mae Weiss are bringing connection back to Hudson’s family community after a pandemic that isolated parents and children alike. Their new membership-based family club allows the whole family (and specifically, children ages 0-5) to unwind, attend group classes, or meet a new friend.
“That Time of Year” Reading Series Launches in Hudson
Hosted by local author Andrea Kleine will host the recurring literary event.
Long Cha Thai Cafe Brings Thai Drinks & Desserts to Beacon’s Main Street
Opened in late July, Long Cha Thai Café on Main Street in Beacon specializes in the sweet drinks and desserts that the Southeast Asian country is known for, from Thai iced tea to treats like pang neung, shaved ice, rice pudding, and ice cream.
Upcoming Hudson Valley Food Festivals & Events
April ramps and May asparagus may be well in the rearview, but the harvest season is just hitting its stride in the Hudson Valley. Corn, peppers, tomatoes, gourds, every aromatic and leafy green you could ever want are currently available—and that’s not even getting into the profusion of fruit. This cornucopia of upcoming events, both…
Capricorn Horoscope | August 2024
CAPRICORN (December 22–January 20) A creative or romantic breakthrough could have you apprehensive about next steps. What might have looked like playful experimentation or a bit of fun, could turn into something of much importance that will require deeper commitment. This may be triggered by unfinished business with a former collaborator or lover that needs…
Destination Yoga: How to Choose the Perfect Getaway Yoga Retreat
Yoga getaways offer transformative experiences, combining deep yoga practice with cultural immersion. Choosing the right retreat involves aligning personal intentions with the retreat’s goals for a fulfilling experience.
Woodstock: From Hippies to Hipsters
Woodstock evolved from hosting 1970s pilgrims into a cultural mecca, establishing the Family of Woodstock hotline, nurturing the arts, and fostering community spirit with initiatives like the Awakening Festival and local advocacy, including this year’s Pride parade, a first.
Gemini Horoscope | August 2024
GEMINI (May 20–June 21) You’re in quite a disembodied state at the moment. This could be a wonderful opportunity to imagine your way out of stories and habits that have become rote, or have lost their meaning. Challenge the idea that you are the source of all the questions and answers. Focus on being the…
Stone Wave: Yoga Classes & Education
In the seven years since Stone Wave’s founding, the yoga and wellness collective, with its two locations, has evolved into the Hudson Valley’s premier destination for comprehensive yoga education.
Album Review: Blueberry | Karma Clear
Seth Rogovoy reviews Blueberry’s latest album, Karma Clear.
Leo Horoscope | August 2024
LEO (July 22–August 23) Do-overs and repeats are on your mind lately, especially when it comes to relationships. There seems to be a need to not only review the past, but clearly identify who you were, in relation to who you are now. New people who enter your life at this time might have a…
Road Trip Down Route 28
The Route 28 corridor heads from Kingston west into the scenic Catskill Mountains and is lined with plenty of pitstops for shopping, dining, drinking, and staying.
5 Books to Read in August
Short book reviews of Creative Exposure: Portraits of Hudson by Chad Weckler; Rough Beast by Greg Olear; The Friday Afternoon Club by Griffin Dunne; Ambiguity is the Answer by Kyle Crawford; and The Marriage Manual by Linda McCauley Freeman.
Pisces Horoscope | August 2024
PISCES (February 20–March 19) An intractable problem might solve itself on its own, so don’t exhaust yourself. The epiphanies will come if you can step outside of your expectations. Working harder isn’t the answer either, and you don’t have to prove how smart you are. Just wait. Trust. Get very quiet and pay attention. The…
An Homage to Editor Judith Jones
Susan Yung reviews “The Editor: How Publishing Legend Judith Jones Shaped Culture in America” by Sara B. Franklin, about the storied editor of Julia Child, John Updike, and Anne Tyler, among many others.
Libra Horoscope | August 2024
LIBRA (September 23–October 23) Whether you’re trying to build an audience of five or five million, your students, colleagues, and/or fans seem to want something different. Luckily, what they’re craving is more of you—they want your secrets, your unadulterated opinions, and your vulnerability. It’s time to take a risk and get more intimate with the…
Album Review: Grampfather | Laugh Lines
Tristan Geary reviews Grampfather’s latest album, Laugh Lines.
Pisces Horoscope | August 2024
PISCES (February 20–March 19) An intractable problem might solve itself on its own, so don’t exhaust yourself. The epiphanies will come if you can step outside of your expectations. Working harder isn’t the answer either, and you don’t have to prove how smart you are. Just wait. Trust. Get very quiet and pay attention. The…
Sound Check: Jess Clark’s Listening Picks | August 2024
Proprietor of Everything Nice record store in Ellenville, Jess Clark shares the music she’s been listening to.
Sagittarius Horoscope | August 2024
SAGITTARIUS (November 22–December 22) No one needs to force you to shake up your routine, which is good, because your local environment demands it. It’s important to greet upsets within your household, friend groups, and neighborhood with a sense of excitement. As you reexamine your philosophies and life experiences, you may get a strong urge…
Album Review: Walking Bombs | Spiritual Dreams Above Empty Promises
Jeremy Schwartz reviews Walking Bombs’ latest album, Spiritual Dreams Above Empty Promises.
Scorpio Horoscope | August 2024
SCORPIO (October 23–November 22) Unexpected shifts in relationships may prompt changes on the home and work front. It’s also important that you don’t try to control what your partners do, even if their behavior seems rash. In your chart, there appears to be a domino effect regarding swift change and the need to restructure personal…
Peter Schickele Tribute at Maverick
An all-star tribute concert for composer Peter Schickele will be held at Maverick Concert Hall in Woodstock August 10.
Taurus Horoscope | August 2024
TAURUS (April 19–May 20) When I look at your chart for this month, an image of the Incredible Hulk comes to mind, and his clothes—or lack thereof. It’s as if the casing around your body or your presence can’t contain you anymore. Your movement is limited. When a key piece of insight drops into your…
Star-Crossed: “Constellations” at Ancram Center for the Arts
“Constellations” at the Ancram Center for the Arts August 16-25, explores the quantum implications of a chance meeting.
Virgo Horoscope | August 2024
VIRGO (August 23–September 23) The need to control chaos might be overwhelming this month, but I’d suggest you don’t bother. Chaos is an unavoidable and necessary part of change. Any attempts to wrangle, organize, or impose your will on your environment will be thwarted, and you’ll be left frustrated and tired. The world needs Virgo…
Meadowlark Festival Returns September 13-15
Farm benefit music festival Meadowlark at Stone Ridge Orchard will feature Fruit Bats, Blonde Redhead, Deer Tick, and more in its third year, September 13-15.
Patchwork Narratives: A Q&A with Tschabalala Self
Hudson-based artist Tschabalala Self is among a generation of women redefining Black beauty and aesthetics.
Roy Kanwit’s Stone Home & Sculpture Park in Spencertown
Even though he died last fall, Roy Kanwit’s passions still vibrate throughout the three-story stone house he handbuilt for his family in Columbia County.
Nancy Donskoj’s Photos Capture Woodstock ’94
Photographer Nancy Donskoj trekked through the mud at Winston Farm in Saugerties to document Woodstock ‘94. Her photos are on display at Jane Street Art Center.
Transformative Retreats in the Hudson Valley
Retreat centers in the region are seeing increased demand for self-development workshops post-pandemic, offering programs in sound healing, mindfulness, Buddhism, and more to meet participants’ evolving needs.
Editor’s Note: Radio Daze | August 2023
Running errands on a recent Sunday afternoon, I had the radio tuned to the local NPR station, WAMC. Normally I’d be listening to one of the dozens of podcasts I subscribe to—like everyone else, I imagine, an idiosyncratic mix of my interests: film, soccer, longform journalism, food, history, comedy, books, tech, politics—but it was a…
Aries Horoscope | August 2024
ARIES (March 20–April 19) One of the few things we can control in life is what we reveal and what we hide. Sometimes we hide bits of information or parts of ourselves from others to protect our privacy. Sometimes we hide things in order to control what others feel about us. When we hide things…
Rhinebeck’s Encore Hair Center Pioneers New Technologies
At the Encore Hair Center in Rhinebeck renowned specialist AnneMichelle Radcliffe’s dedication to ongoing education and passion for the latest practices have put her at the forefront of the hair science field.
Aquarius Horoscope | August 2024
AQUARIUS (January 20–February 19) To say that you have “itchy feet” would be an understatement. Before you flip the table of your life by impulsively relocating, initiating a break-up, or altering your appearance in a permanent way, ask yourself what needs changing on a deeper level. Sometimes, when we feel like we “just can’t take…
Mountain View Studio in Woodstock
Committed to supporting the holistic health of the community, Mountain View Studio in Woodstock offers a mix of physical movement classes from African dance to boxing and healing modalities like reiki and sound therapy.
Esteemed Reader: Nature/Nature | August 2024
This summer has been particularly delicious for me. An unknown impulse has coalesced a ritual of going outside around sunrise. I listen to the panoply of birdsong and cicadas and distant traffic, feel the dewy grass under my bare feet, and let the morning sunlight and verdant green of trees touch my eyes. I see…
Cancer Horoscope | August 2024
CANCER (June 21–July 22) An unforeseen change in alliances or social groups has a profound effect on your material stability and sense of personal security. We can’t control or micromanage other people without doing disservice to ourselves. This could present an opportunity for you to seek out allies who are more willing to support you.…
August 2024 Astrology Report
The consistency of Leo season is out the window as various celestial movements upend social organization and order.
