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Hudson kid, 10, seeks votes in national mullet contest
A Hudson student is rocking the “business in the front, party in the back” hairstyle and is ready to compete on a national stage. Louis Scoffier, 10, is going into fifth grade at Hudson City Schools. His dad, Richard, told NewsChannel 13 that for the second year in a row, he is participating in the Mullet Champ USA Mullet competition raising money for Jared Allen’s Homes for Wounded Warriors.
Business group hosts chicken and rib BBQ to benefit DiscoverRCS
RAVENA — The RCS Community Business Association will host a chicken and rib barbecue on July 18, from 3-7 p.m., in the National Bank of Coxsackie parking lot at Faith Plaza on Route 9W. Food will be provided by Frese’s Bakery and Catering, which will allow the entire community...
DANCE REVIEW: ‘SMASHED2’ by Gandini Juggling at PS21
The Center for Contemporary Performance, or “PS21,” as it is known, is in Chatham, N.Y., just over the Massachusetts border and a reasonable drive from pretty much anywhere in Berkshire County. The venue had its first season in 2006, and being the proverbial new kid on the block, it is not as well known as some of its Berkshire County counterparts such as Shakespeare & Company and Barrington Stage Company, and certainly not yet in the league of Tanglewood or Jacob’s Pillow. Judging by the vision, energy, and drive of the organization, however, and its desire to truly be contemporary, innovative, and accessible and affordable to all, I am quite confident in the coming years PS21 will be spoken of in the same breath as these other venerable performing-arts institutions in the Berkshires.
Garden Notes: July 17, 2024
STOCKBRIDGE – Berkshire Botanical Garden presents the following upcoming programs. Music Mondays: July 22, Boston University Students of Tanglewood. Performances run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Food trucks will be available at selected performances. Cost is $15 members, $20 nonmembers; Wednesday, July 24, “Summer Seminar: The Secret Heart of Italy.” Join Dare Bottleshop & Provisions for a seminar-style evening of wine exploration, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. During this one-night-only, special event, BBG welcome Berkshire native Eileen Holland of Agri Segretum and her estate wines. Cost is $40 members, $55 nonmembers. Friday, July 26, it’s “Family Fridays.” From 11 a.m. to noon, enjoy an “Earth Celebration” with Rona Leventhal, including tales and sounds about environmental awareness, personal action and responsibility, conservation, independence, and our animal friends. All programs are free with Garden admission. To register or for more information, visit www.berkshirebotanical.org. Berkshire Botanical Garden is located at 5 West Stockbridge Road.
BITS & BYTES: Edward Merritt at the Turley Gallery; Sarah Martinez and Ali Gibbons at David M. Hunt Library; Literary celebration at The Clark; Garden Grove Music Festival; Sam Reider at Fisher Center
Turley Gallery presents ‘The Long Season,’ the work of Edward Merritt. Hudson, N.Y.— From July 19th through September 1st, the Turley Gallery presents ‘The Long Season,’ the work of Edward Merritt. Part social practice, part painting, Merritt’s works evoke a garden formed from detritus and...
Popular Hudson Valley Diner Celebrates 24 Years
Gotta love the American diner. So many great ones throughout the Hudson Valley area. I've often said that the route 22 corridor from Millerton to Hillsdale has to be one of the most beautiful stretches of road in the country, let alone the Hudson Valley. It has always been an absolute favorite of mine, whatever the time of year. And if you travel out that way, you'll come across a great little diner.
Amelia 10K training group offers free community and fitness
Four years ago, Alicia Hazzard decided driving to Powhatan County at 8:30 a.m. for 10K training was too much, so she decided to form a team right at home in Amelia. Training for the Monument Avenue 10K, an approximately 6.2-mile run stretching down Monument Ave-nue and other streets in Richmond, Ms. Hazzard was proud of the group who crossed the finish line on April 20. “I am really proud of the motivation the group has…it was great, really great,” said Ms. Hazzard. The Monument Ave 10K is the 14th largest race in the nation, and Ms. Hazzard shared that it was nice to have friends to support her and carpool with downtown. During the off-season from the 10K, the group enjoys continuously meeting to run or walk, and keep that support going. “The 10K came and went, and we’re now the Amelia Walk and Run Club, we go shorter distances, have more attainable times, and we welcome every pace,” said Rebecca Tarrant, a member of the club. “We motivate each other’s personal goals, and first-timers to come again. Our runners will stick around for walkers, and sometimes we motivate ourselves with getting breakfast after,” added Ms. Hazzard. The group has grown since its inception in 2022, with 32 members at its largest. The group tends to average 15 members on runs and spans all age demographics. “We’ve had moms with babies in strollers, teenagers, and people in their 70s all show up,” said Ms. Hazzard. With consistent support from the Amelia Parks and Recreation Department, the club is grateful for being able to use its bathrooms and facilities during meetings. The group looks forward to the upcoming Amelia 5K on Sept. 7, supporting the Amelia County Food Pantry. As well as, the kids running series beginning in October which will run for five weeks. Training for the next 10K will formally begin on Feb. 1, with the run on April 12. For those interested in joining the club, Ms. Hazzard noted that it’s free to join and meetings are typically held at 8:30 a.m. Sundays outside the War Memorial Building (parks and rec. gym).
The Spotty Dog Books and Ale – Drafts & 10,000 Books In Hudson, NY
The Spotty Dog Books and Ale is a delightful gem in the heart of the picturesque Hudson Valley. It is an independent bookstore and lounge/cafe known for its warm and inviting atmosphere, where book enthusiasts can bask in their love for literature. The establishment boasts an impressive collection of over 10,000 new books spanning various genres, catering to a diverse range of reading preferences. From classic masterpieces to cutting-edge releases, The Spotty Dog consistently introduces new titles to enthrall and captivate its patrons.
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