Next Wave: The Hudson Valley’s Emerging Creative Class
Chronogram’s Next Wave spotlights seven Gen Z and young Millennial artists whose work reflects the DIY spirit, creative hustle, and community-building energy of the Hudson Valley.
Road Trip: Orange County Spotlight
Plan an Orange County getaway with stops in Warwick and Goshen, from home goods and farm dining to harness racing history.
11 Hudson Valley Events to See in April
Looking for things to do in the Hudson Valley this April? Here are 10 standout events, from comedy and theater to dance, music, books, and local history.
Sound Check: Diane Eber of The Egg
Music runs deep in my bones. I got into the live music business because time stops for me at a show. I grew up surrounded by classical and jazz (both my parents were musicians), so I had to work pretty hard to find pop music outside the house. At Vassar College, the first show I…
Poetry | April 2026
What IfWhat iflife happens in line at the supermarket—when your cart nudges someone else’sand you both say “sorry”at the exact same timeand laugh like you’ve shareda secret. Or in the post office,when the clerk with tired eyesnotices Happy Birthday written on the boxand asks, “How old?”and you tell her eight,and she smiles in a waythat…
CD Review: “The Sun Sessions” by the Vibeke Saugestad Band
This delightful, sunny power pop debut hits all the right notes in this frigid winter season. The Beacon-by-way-of-Norway frontwoman Saugestad has assembled a crack band of some of the Hudson Valley’s finest rock ’n’ rollers, including Fleshtones bassist Ken Fox, Knock Yourself Out guitarist Josh Stark, drummer Adam Napell, and guitarist Mark Westin. “Another Light”…
CD Review: “Intersections” by The Professors
There’s a lot of space in Mark Dziuba’s guitar on the Professors’ new disc Intersections (Artists Recording Collective Records). That alone is a very welcome thing. It allows breathy conversations with Vinnie Martucci’s’ piano over the top of a tightly skittering rhythm section anchored by drummer Jeff “Siege” Siegel and bassist Rich Syracuse—top-flight players, all.…
CD Review: “August” by Karen Schoemer
At a staggering 31 tracks, one for every day of the month, Karen Schoemer’s August (Dromedary Records) is a poetry reading coming through your headphones from a far-off, sun-worn desertscape. Foregoing catchy riffs for cathartic lines of poetry, August is a collection of spoken word vignettes set to instrumental music, warbling like the shimmering summer…
Next Wave: Emma Montenegro Builds DIY Music Community for Women and LGBTQ Artists
Musician Emma Montenegro is shaping the Hudson Valley’s DIY music scene through her band The Schwegs and Cecropia Art and Booking, a collective supporting women and LGBTQ artists.
Next Wave: Sophia Schwartz Turns Nail Art into Wearable Expression in the Hudson Valley
Hudson Valley nail artist Sophia Schwartz creates intricate, custom designs that merge fine art with everyday life, embracing impermanence and collaboration with every set.
16 Ways to Get Outside in the Hudson Valley This Spring
Discover 18 ways to get outside in the Hudson Valley this spring, from hiking and biking to paddling, climbing, and scenic rail trails.
Next Wave: New Paltz Photo Works Revives Print Photography in the Hudson Valley
Ryan Kraus’s New Paltz Photo Works brings photography back to print, combining analog production with a DIY, community-focused model across the Hudson Valley.
April 2026 Astrology Forecast
February 2026 astrology highlights include Uranus stationing direct, a Saturn–Neptune conjunction in Aries, a solar eclipse, and a shift toward Pisces energy.
Pisces Horoscope | April 2026
Community, friendships, and collaboration shift under Saturn’s influence. December helps Pisces define boundaries, strengthen alliances, and pursue grounded shared goals.
Live Music in April 2026: 17 Shows to See Now
Hudson Valley live music April 2026: 13 concerts to see, from Graham Nash and TMBG to Ty Segall and Joe McPhee across the region.
Capricorn Horoscope | April 2026
With planets gathering in your sign, December launches a major reset. Saturn helps Capricorn refine identity, goals, and the next version of yourself.
Sagittarius Horoscope | April 2026
Money, value, and self-worth come into focus. Saturn pushes Sag to stabilize finances, prioritize essentials, and invest in what truly supports your future.
Scorpio Horoscope | April 2026
Communication gets serious as Saturn demands precision and truth. December helps Scorpio speak clearly, plan effectively, and anchor big ideas in reality.
Libra Horoscope | April 2026
Home and family themes intensify as Saturn highlights limits and responsibilities. December guides Libra toward wiser decisions and sturdier foundations.
Virgo Horoscope | April 2026
Creative projects, romance, and joy get a reality check. December helps Virgo turn inspiration into structure—and playful sparks into something lasting.
Leo Horoscope | April 2026
Work, routines, and responsibilities sharpen under Saturn’s gaze. December pushes Leo to refine habits, boost efficiency, and commit to what truly matters.
Cancer Horoscope | April 2026
Relationships take center stage as Saturn demands boundaries and structure. December helps Cancer turn emotional insight into healthier, more stable connections.
Gemini Horoscope | April 2026
December floods Gemini with information, forcing clarity. Saturn helps you cut through noise, get grounded, and turn scattered efforts into meaningful direction.
Taurus Horoscope | April 2026
This month brings Taurus a reality check in love, money, and long-term plans. Saturn nudges you toward practical choices and steady, sustainable growth.
Aries Horoscope | April 2026
December pushes Aries to slow down and focus. Saturn urges discipline, helping you turn big ideas into real-world progress and carve a clearer path forward.
Next Wave: Sael Varela Channels Revolutionary Sound in the Hudson Valley Music Scene
Newburgh musician Sael Varela blends Afro-Caribbean influences, experimental sound, and political themes to create community-driven, anti-capitalist music rooted in lived experience.
“Bird Sanctuary”: A DIY New Paltz Film Captures Gen Z Coming-of-Age
New Paltz filmmaker Myles Flusser’s Bird Sanctuary captures Gen Z friendship and uncertainty. Screening at Denizen Theatre April 19.
Newburgh Shows Up: Chronogram’s Pop-Up Portrait Shoot at The Ellis
Chronogram’s March 7 portrait pop-up at The Ellis captures Newburgh residents showing up and representing their city in a vibrant community snapshot.
Hudson Valley Ideas Festival Returns to Rosendale Theatre with Andrew Yang
The Hudson Valley Ideas Festival returns to the Rosendale Theater on April 25, featuring Andrew Yang, John McWhorter, Alexis Gay, and others discussing AI and the future of human life.
How Not to Offend Hudson Valley Locals: A Field Guide for Newcomers
A sharp, funny guide to Hudson Valley culture—how newcomers can avoid common missteps and understand local life, from roundabouts to “Upstate.”
The People’s Sauna: How a Grassroots Heat Culture Is Taking Hold in the Hudson Valley
A new wave of Hudson Valley sauna operators is making heat bathing affordable, communal, and local—shifting it from luxury amenity to everyday ritual.
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Renovating with Clarity and Confidence: The Designery Hudson Valley
The Designery Hudson Valley helps homeowners plan kitchen and bath renovations with a clear process, realistic budgeting, and functional, livable design solutions.
Adam Gopnik Brings “Adam Gopnik’s New York” to the Mahaiwe in Great Barrington in April
Adam Gopnik has spent nearly 40 years writing for The New Yorker, where his essays—ranging from Parisian cafe culture to Central Park in winter—have established him as one of the magazine’s most distinctive voices. His books, including Paris to the Moon and Through the Children’s Gate, similarly turn everyday life into reflections on art, culture,…
Next Wave: Thorn Tattoo Opens in Saugerties with Artists Mary Minahan and Joanna Gacek
Thorn Tattoo opens in Saugerties, founded by artists Mary Minahan and Joanna Gacek, bringing blackwork, portraiture, and a community-focused tattoo space to the Hudson Valley.
Esteemed Reader: Hudson Valley Community and the Rise of a Local Trust Economy
From a war-torn conversation to Hudson Valley farms and commons, a look at how local trust economies are rebuilding community and connection.
Next Wave: Gentle Mothh Blends Art, Qigong, and Advocacy in the Hudson Valley
Hudson Valley artist Gentle Mothh combines Qigong, music, photography, and advocacy work to create a multidisciplinary practice rooted in embodiment, community, and social justice.
Karen Rinaldi’s Cocteau-Inspired Copake Home Is a Refuge After Divorce
Writer and editor Karen Rinaldi transformed a modest Copake home into a Jean Cocteau-inspired refuge after divorce, with help from her sister Kristina.
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Widening the Creative Circle: Deborah Masters Studio
In the wide, light-filled studio in Chatham, where Deborah Masters built her monumental sculptures, something new is taking shape. The work is still here—drawings, works on paper, and large-scale pieces that carry the physical confidence Masters was known for—but so is a living, expanding community of artists who once orbited her, learned from her, or…
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Openings: April 2026 Roundup
Discover new Hudson Valley restaurant openings in April 2026, including Beacon, Poughkeepsie, and Kingston spots plus markets and food events.
8 Hudson Valley Restaurants Serving Falafel Across Cultures
Discover eight Hudson Valley restaurants serving falafel, from Lebanese and Palestinian to Turkish and Greek takes on the classic chickpea fritter.
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Spring at Mohonk Mountain House: Trails, Tulips, and Outdoor Adventure in New Paltz
Explore spring at Mohonk Mountain House with hiking, lake activities, tulip festival events, and outdoor wellness in New Paltz.
On the Cover: Kingston Independent Comic Expo Showcases Hudson Valley Cartoonist Louis Peterson
Meet Louis Peterson, the Middletown cartoonist behind Chronogram’s April cover, and preview the Kingston Independent Comic Expo on April 18.
Aquarius Horoscope | April 2026
December draws you inward as Saturn guides rest, release, and reflection. Aquarius gains clarity by slowing down and preparing for a new cycle.
