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.
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.
Less Clutter, More Joy
Want to make room for more happiness in your life? Start by clearing out your junk drawer.
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 Farley looks deeper into the new eco-friendly trend.
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.
The Item: April 2011
From seeds to soaps, Lee Anne Albritton keeps you updated on our favorite products for the home and garden.
CD Review: A Viberatto A
Cheryl K. Symister-Masterson reviews the first full-length album by this interesting 11-piece chamber group.
Spring Fling at the Stockade Tavern
Photographer Kelly Merchant documents the latest styles from local boutiques.
CD Review: Rob Skane
Jason Broome reviews a new album by Rob Skane, a musician with a vintage tone, quirky presence, and genuine music.
The Germinator: From Seed to Sprout
Peter Barrett talks with experts about the pros and cons of eating seeds and sprouts.
Here at the Edge of the World
Why the myth of the lost continent of Atlantis is important today.
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.
Running on Empty
Crispin Kott talks with professionals, sellers, and sustainable transportation enthusiasts about the direction of the automotive market in the Hudson Valley.
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.
Leap of Faith: John Esposito’s Sunjump Records
Marlboro-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.
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.
Skylight House: 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.
Book Review: The Empty Family
Lee Conell reviews a new book by award-winning Irish writer Colm Tóibín.
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.
Of Montreal at Vassar College
Peter Aaron reviews music by the award-winning Georgie-based band, Of Montreal.
Global Village Storyteller
Nina Shengold interviews Joydeep Roy-Bhattacharya, a novelist, professor, humanitarian of sorts, and author of “The Storyteller of Marrakesh.”
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.
Drag City Audio Book Launch with Will Oldham
Will Oldham comes to the Basilica Hudson for a live reading on April 28.
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.
Untitled Poem
A poem by eight-year-old Otto JeckerByrne about his relationship with his identical twin, Emmet.
Upstate New York Olympics
Bard Professor and photographer Tim Davis talks about his newest quirky video series, “Upstate New York Olympics.”
Judy Collins
Judy Collins comes to Rhinebeck’s Center for the Performing Arts on April 3.
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.
Esteemed Reader: April 2011
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.
A Conversation with Ray Suarez
Journalist Ray Suarez talks with Brian K. Mahoney about a post-9/11 media atmosphere.
Editor’s Note: Forsythia, Taxes, and Tomahawk Missiles
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.
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.
Rhymes with Orange
History merges with a new wave of economic growth and spirit in Middletown and Goshen.
Mythonomics
Larry Beinhart busts the myths of communism, capitalism, socialism and fascism; helping us to realize all economies are mixed economies.
“A Night of Amazing Sounds”
Valentine’s in Albany hosts “A Night of Amazing Sounds” on April 16.
