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Woodstock was a 'once-in-a-lifetime happening'
At the conclusion of Woodstock ‘99, I expressed in a Sentinel editorial that the music festival, where a throng of 225,000 individuals camped and rocked without any major disturbances for 3 1/2 days, reflected two contradictory images. The early days of the event were highly economically beneficial to the...
Why You’ll Be Seeing Groovy New Artwork Around The Hudson Valley
Local artists and their masterpieces are being highlighted in the Hudson Valley. These pieces of art instantly caught my attention in Ulster County, NY. The next time that you visit this Hudson Valley area, be on the lookout for these buses. Why You'll Be Seeing Groovy New Artwork Around The...
Trendy Stuffed Bagel Company Officially Opens 2nd Hudson Valley Location
A Hudson Valley bagel companies much talked about 2nd location has officially opened. Left over ingredients for a New Years Eve party helped Ali Chetkof and Jeremy Rhodes create the latest popular food trend in the Hudson Valley. The couple, originally from Ulster County, moved back to the region from...
The Best Part of Camping at Bethel Woods
Of course camping at the original site of the Woodstock Music Festival is an amazing experience in itself. However there is one big perk, at least in my opinion, that tops them all. Yes, it's great that you don't have to worry about the ride home and avoiding all of...
Former Yanni Restaurant Spot in New Paltz For Sale
The unique building at 51 Main Street recently went on the market. Yanni's Restaurant was a popular Greek restauarant in New Paltz, NY, that closed its doors around 10 years ago. Area residents seemed to love Yanni's, with one reviewer writing back in 2012, "This place is wonderful. The gyros are fantastic, the falafel is also great. Nice drink selection (alcoholic and non alcoholic) A great place to grab lunch in the center of New Paltz."
At the former Ice House, The Governess gastropub opens this week in Poughkeepsie
Melanie Lemieux, owner and co-founder of ESS Hospitality, got the keys to the former Ice House in Poughkeepsie in April. Her new establishment, a gastropub with elevated American cuisine called The Governess, is set to open this week with a grand opening celebration. "We did it in a record time,"...
July Jam Brings Classic Americana to Accord, New York
On Saturday, July 20, hundreds of passionate music fans gathered at Arrowood Farms in Accord, NY, for Larry & Teresa’s July Jam, a one-day celebration of classic Americana, hosted by industry legends Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams. July Jam, the brainchild of Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams, is a...
Hudson Valley Eatery With New Location Cited For Tasty Burgers, Sandwiches
Looking for a laid-back, groovy kind of place to hang out this summer, grab a drink and a burger and some fries? Then, a new Hudson Valley restaurant—Meyer's Olde Dutch or MOD in Dutchess County in Poughkeepsie—is just the place, according to online reviewers and foodies.Local residents alread…
Watch 20 Minutes Of Jandek’s Concert In A Cave
The legendary Houston outsider artist Jandek, proprietor of the one and only Corwood Industries, put on a concert in a perfectly unconventional setting last weekend. Saturday at the Widow Jane Mine in Rosendale, NY, he performed in a cave. Backed by guitarist Sheila Smith, bassist Janet Wygal, and drummer Toby Goodshank, the formerly ultra mysterious (and still somewhat mysterious) Sterling Smith brought to life the sort of abstract, avant-garde weirdness that made him cult-famous. Below, watch 20 minutes of footage from the gig by videographer Eric Hardiman of Albany Sonic Arts. I’ve also included the Jandek On Corwood documentary for those who want to take a crash course in all things Jandek, as well as a gallery posted to Instagram by photographer Chris Bruno.
Moonburger Holds Ribbon Cutting Event, Opens New Brooklyn Spot
Most know by now my love for Moonburger, the greatest burger I've ever had. The popular plant based Hudson Valley burger joint has three Hudson Valley locations (Kingston, New Paltz and Poughkeepsie). The Poughkeepsie spot inside the Chestnut Market inside the Mobil on Rt 9 opened back in April. Just...
What to do Near Poughkeepsie - Red Foxes Concert Guide
The vibrant music scene around Poughkeepsie, NY, offers a plethora of live performances catering to diverse musical tastes. As a Marist Red Foxes fan or a local resident, this guide will help you navigate the best upcoming concerts, discover exciting artists, and explore the top venues in the region. Get ready to immerse yourself in an extraordinary musical journey.
Culinary competition heats up at the CIA in Hyde Park
HYDE PARK- Production crews are cooking up some hot new content in Dutchess County said to be on Netflix’s future menu of culinary-based content. The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) is playing host to a high-profile cooking competition where the prestigious campus has joined forces with an all-star production and distribution team.
Bard Music Festival Returns for a 34th Season in August
This August, the Bard Music Festival returns for its 34th season with an intensive two-week exploration of “Berlioz and His World” (August 9–18.) In eleven themed concert programs, the festival examines the life and times of visionary French composer Hector Berlioz, whose grand scale works, startling sonorities, and advanced literary leanings helped redefine musical Romanticism.
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Announces 2024 Annual Festival
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park presents the 2024 Annual Festival in Tivoli, NY, from September 13 to October 6, 2024. The festival showcases various artistic styles and genres, from visual art to contemporary dance, in indoor and outdoor settings. September 13–15 focuses on film, literary, and visual art with an author reading...
How to Experience Millbrook Horse Trials
Of course, we’ve kept an eye abroad as we get ready to tune into the Paris Olympics starting up over the next few days. But, we can’t miss all of the excitement happening right here in the U.S., with the wildly beautiful event running at Millbrook Thursday, July 25th – Sunday, July 28th.
O+ Kingston 2024 lineup: Neko Case, Rhett Miller, Kate Pierson (B-52s), more
The 2024 edition of Kingston, NY art, music and wellness festival, O+, happens October 11-13. This year’s lineup is headlined by Neko Case, and also features Kate Pierson of the B-52s, Rhett Miller & The All-Stars, Hannah Cohen, Eric Redd, Beech Creeps (ft Yeah Yeah Yeah’s Brian Chase), Tall Juan and more. There’s also a 25th anniversary screening of The Blair Witch Project.
Truth & Reconciliation Commission unveils Bearing Witness book & website
In these times, when right-wing extremist groups such as Moms for Liberty are putting heavy pressure on school boards to ban books, censure curriculum and avoid discussion of subjects that cast certain aspects of American history in a less-than-glorious light, educators have to work extra-hard to make such “controversial” information available. Fortunately, the digital age is making research, collation and sharing of historical data more feasible. And there are folks among us who are committed to ensuring that the stories of disenfranchised people get told.
Artists and visitors gather for Millbrook’s Arts and Open Studios weekend
MILLBROOK — Millbrook held its third annual Millbrook Arts and Open Studios weekend on Saturday, July 20 and Sunday, July 21. Millbrook’s festivities were part of the Upstate Art Weekend, an annual celebration of local artists in communities throughout the Hudson valley. Artists opened their studios to the...
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