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The Seductive Ocean Photography of Rachael Talibart
On the October 2022 cover: The powerful, moving ocean photographs of Rachael Talibart, which will be on view at Sohn Fine Art through February.
Mass MoCA Unveils Winter/Spring Season
The Western Massachusetts museum and arts center has announced its upcoming schedule of exhibits and events.
Belarus Documentary Screens in Kingston
Voices of the New Belarus offers first-hand accounts of life under the brutal Lukashenko dictatorship.
7 Things to Do this Week in the Hudson Valley | Nov 28-Dec 4
From live shows by Pokey Lafarge and Darlene Love to holiday classics, new and old, like Unsilent Night and A Christmas Carol, there are plenty of things to do this December in the Hudson Valley.
“Miracle on South Division Street” to Be Performed at Shadowland Stages
The heartwarming comedy will be presented live in Ellenville.
Basilica Holiday Farm & Flea in Hudson
The popular shopping market will celebrate its 10th anniversary.
Things to Do This Week in the Hudson Valley
There’s plenty happening this week in the Hudson Valley from A-list stand-up comedian John Mulaney in Poughkeepsie to a variety of film screenings and concerts by big names like Ani DiFranco and Martha Wainwright. And just when you thought the calendar was cooling off… Take a Look at This Heart with Q&A November 9 at…
Your Valley, My Valley Premieres in Catskill
The indie “comedic pseudo-documentary” features local personalities.
The Pairs and Basset Perform in Woodstock
The acclaimed Canadian folk bands will coheadline at Colony.
John Menegon and Band Live in Kingston
The jazz bassist will present “Sound Embrace” at the Senate Garage.
9 Ulster County Hikes to Cross Off Your Bucket List
From flat rail trails meandering Shawangunk Ridge jaunts and strenuous high peaks, here are 9 Ulster County hikes that cater to a range of fitness levels and time commitments.
Love Bird in Accord Returns for a Five-Week Fried Chicken Pop-Up
A silver lining of the pandemic, Love Bird on the side of Route 209 in Accord brought impeccably crispy fried chicken to the masses for a year before the owner returned to wedding catering. But now Love Bird is back for a pop-up November 9-December 17.
“The Rise and Fall of Jean Claude Van Damme” at Philipstown Depot Theater
A gleefully juvenile play about a former B-movie star told by two men using action figures as puppets is staged at Philipstown Depot Theater in Cold Spring.
7 Things to Do this Week in the Hudson Valley
From New Orleans jazz to the stand-up of Kevin James, there is plenty of events in the Hudson Valley happening this week to kick off your November right.
Fine Art & Art Supplies
Studio 89 89 Vineyard Avenue, Highland Support local artists and makers with your holiday shopping. Shop for pottery, jewelry, cards, soap, candles, prints, and art, all created by Hudson Valley/Catskills artists and artisans. November 1 through December 31. Open Wednesday-Sunday. Online shopping/shipping available at Studio89hv.com or www.instagram.com/studio89hv. Pinkwater Gallery 56 N. Front Street, Kingston This…
“Inspired Encounters: Women Artists and the Legacies of Modern Art”
“Inspired Encounters” is the inaugural exhibition at the David Rockefeller Creative Arts Center and is on view through March 19, 2023.
Outdoors
Orvis Sandanona The Hudson River Valley’s rich sporting tradition is more vibrant than ever. Orvis, the oldest permitted shooting preserve in the United States, is iconic in the region. Enjoy two unique sporting clays courses, a Five Stand, wobble trap, a thriving retail space, and monthly shooting events. Experience signature elegance and exquisite service at…
Helen Toomer’s Stoneleaf Retreat in Stone Ridge
Helen Toomer, creator of Upstate Art Weekend, has made a home for herself and other artists at Stoneleaf Retreat.
Tapping Into 85: Brenda Bufalino’s Birthday Celebration
Tap legend Brenda Bufalino celebrates her 85th birthday in Rosendale with an evening of tap dancing, singing, and storytelling,
For the Home
Keap Candles With the season of giving, rest and rejuvenation upon us, now is the perfect time to discover Keap Candles—proudly made in Kingston, NY. Keap exists to help restore you and the planet through their candles made with regeneration in mind. Each candle is lovingly poured in Kingston with a blend of expertly-crafted scents…
Sow it Goes: The First Legal Weed Harvest in New York
We check in about the harvest with the first group of farmers allowed to grow legal, adult-use marijuana.
The Astrology Report for November 2022
Trump isn’t on the ballot this November, but his influence is as Venus and Mercury swim toward a trine.
Wine, Spirits & CBD
Boulevard Wine & Spirits 374 South Wall Street, Kingston Boulevard Wine and Spirits aims to be your wine and spirit destination during the Holidays Season. Their growing inventory can meet and exceed your gift needs, offering affordable and approachable options for any palate or budget. Offering weekly tastings every Friday and Saturday. Woodstock Wine & Liquor…
Aquarius Horoscope | November 2022
Home and family are the central themes this month with a culmination of built-up expectations, fears, disappointments, and hopes on the horizon.
Albany Med Health System Unites Several Regional Healthcare Groups
The formation of the Albany Med Health System makes it the largest and only locally governed health care system and the region’s largest private employer.
Aries Horoscope | November 2022
Be prepared for a few months of challenges around communication especially with family. Test your interpretation of things for accuracy before responding.
Woodstock Meats Rhinebeck: The Storied Butchery Crosses the Bridge
On November 2, storied butcher shop and provisions market Woodstock Meats opened a seasonal pop-up location in Rhinebeck through the holidays, with hopes to make it a permanent outpost.
Cancer Horoscope | November 2022
It’s a month full of emotional turns and twists. Harness the energy of the different moon phases to maximize your potential.
Community Solutions to Hospice Care in the Hudson Valley
We talk with the local organizations that are working to provide people with a good place to die.
Capricorn Horoscope | November 2022
Be ready to pitch your vision, an opportunity with an influential connection may be waiting just around the corner.
Gemini Horoscope | November 2022
A whiteknuckle approach is constricting your world. Loosen your grip to open your world and follow the inspiration.
6 Book Recommendations for November 2022
Peter Aaron reviews Levon Helm: Rock, Roll, & Ramble, a behind-the-scenes look at Helm’s legendary Midnight Rambles by longtime music scribe John Barry. Plus short reviews of five other books to read this month.
19 Hudson Valley Events to Light Up Your November Calendar
From a dance-driven interpretation of the national anthem to the return of the indie-pop duo Rubblebucket to the region and a screening about a 1960s cult, November is full of events in every genre.
Album Review: Otto Kentrol Featuring Faceless | No Mistakes
Peter Aaron reviews Otto Kentrol’s latest album, No Mistakes, featuring Faceless.
Leo Horoscope | November 2022
LEO (July 22–August 23) An existential peak November 8–11 at the Full Moon / Lunar Eclipse, with Sun and Mercury in Scorpio opposite Moon and Uranus in Taurus, followed by the Sun’s square to Saturn in Aquarius. Are you stuck in comfortable or familiar ways and resistant to inevitable change? Conjure a fresh new dream…
Editor’s Note: Learning Curve | November 2022
Brian K Mahoney muses on the human tendency of pareidolia and other things he learned creating the October 2022 issue.
Poetry | November 2022
Poems by Carol Bergman, Leah S. Brickley, B. Moore Columbo, Donny Kass, Lisa Kosan, Isabella Kosmacher, Ted Millar, Emily Murname, Cliff Saunders, J. R. Solonche, Cole Sletten, Matthew J. Spireng, and Jennifer Wise. Edited by Phillip X Levine.
Libra Horoscope | November 2022
You may be in for conflict with your partner—take the higher ground and sweeten the truth with diplomacy.
Esteemed Reader: Liberating Your “Monsters” | November 2022
Jason Stern ruminates about harnessing the creative power of our instinctive drives by nurturing them consciously rather than denying them.
Album Review: Robin the Hammer’s Self-Titled Release
Jeremy Schwartz reviews Robin the Hammer’s new self-titled album.
Pisces Horoscope | November 2022
Harmony swirls around you as the universe gets on your team in a major way. Go for your goals.
5 New Restaurants in the Hudson Valley to Try this November
From old-world cooking techniques in Saugerties to roadside tacos in Stone Ridge, here are 5 new places to eat in the Hudson Valley this month.
Sound Check: Music Recommendations from Ted Lawrence
Ted Lawrence of Stockade Guitars shares his latest music recommendations.
Sagittarius Horoscope | November 2022
Watch this month for moving revelations about the nature of life and death and the attendant recklessness.
Body & Self-Care
Five golden rings, four paintbrushes, three scented candles, two matching shoes, and a bottle of the finest vintage! The Hudson Valley’s independently owned shopkeepers are already busy stocking shelves for the holiday season with everything from knitwear to books and artisanal food products and curated art. Graceland Tattoo Be a hero this holiday season with…
Album Review: Steven Bernstein and the Hot 9 | Manifesto of Henryisms
Michael Eck reviews Steven Bernstein and the Hot 9’s new album, Manifesto of Henryisms.
Scorpio Horoscope | November 2022
You’ll get a fresh perspective on your reality. Discard what doesn’t serve and double down on the things that do.
Fashion
Old Souls 63 Main Street, Cold Spring 46 Main Street, Livingston Manor With shops in Cold Spring and Livingston Manor, Old Souls is upstate’s premier source for all of your outdoor gear! Our brands include Patagonia, Marmot, Outdoor Research, Smartwool, Yeti, Red Wing, Pendleton, Fjall Raven, Cotopaxi, Topo Designs, and more. Visit us 7 days/week…
Deep Listening: The Story of Pauline Oliveros
A screening of Deep Listening: The Story of Pauline Oliveros, about the revered composer and musician, will take place at Rosendale theater l
Taurus Horoscope | November 2022
You may have been tip-toeing around an identity crisis. This month it all crashes down and you have a chance to build anew.
Jewelry
Hudson Valley Goldsmith 71 Main Street, New Paltz 226 Main Street, Beacon Hudson Valley Goldsmith is a full-service fine jewelry store with an emphasis on custom design and repairs, diamonds and unique fine jewelry. We love our identity of being a workshop staffed with talented goldsmiths. With our world travels and constant discovery of new designers,…
“Fertile Ground: The Hudson Valley Animal Paintings of Caroline Clowes”
An exhibition of paintings by 19th-century landscape artist Caroline Clowes at Locust Grove.
Virgo Horoscope | November 2022
You may feel extra vulnerable this month as you reassess traditions and relationships. Take care with your communication.















