The Week Ahead

Edited by Pamela Doan ([email protected])
For a complete listing of events, see highlandscurrent.org/calendar.

COMMUNITY

SAT 31
Book & Media Sale
GARRISON
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Desmond-Fish Library
472 Route 403 | 845-424-3020
desmondfishlibrary.org
The library’s annual secondhand book and media sale includes books, CDs and DVDs in all genres. Through WED 4.

SAT 31
Luminaria
COLD SPRING
7 p.m. Bandstand | philipstownhub.org
The Philipstown Behavioral Health Hub organized this memorial for International Overdose Awareness Day. 

SAT 7
Modern Makers Market
COLD SPRING
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. St. Mary’s Church
1 Chestnut St. | hopsonthehudson.com
Dozens of artisans and artists will be selling their work. Find original jewelry, art and crafts along with food trucks. Rain or shine. Also SUN 8. 

KIDS & FAMILY

SAT 31
Play Sets
BEACON
10:30 a.m. Dia Beacon | 3 Beekman St.
845-231-0811 | diaart.org
Families with children ages 5 and older are invited to explore the galleries; in this session, Dia educators will focus on the work of Michael Heizer. On SUN 8, Mary Heilman will be the focus. Free

FRI 6
Crafters Corner
GARRISON
10:30 a.m. Desmond-Fish Library
472 Route 403 | 845-424-3020
desmondfishlibrary.org
Fiber artists are invited to bring or start a project.

SAT 7
Makerspace Open House
COLD SPRING
Noon – 2 p.m. Butterfield Library
10 Morris Ave. | 845-265-3040
butterfieldlibrary.org
Children can make and decorate school supplies. 

STAGE & SCREEN

SAT 31
By the Queen
PHILIPSTOWN
2 & 7:30 p.m. Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival
2015 Route 9 | 845-265-9575
hvshakespeare.org
Shakespeare’s story of the War of the Roses is retold through the perspective of Queen Margaret. These are the closing performances. Cost: $10 to $100

SAT 31
Cinema in Piazza
PHILIPSTOWN
8 p.m. Magazzino Italian Art
2700 Route 9 | magazzino.art
This rescheduled outdoor screening will include short films about Achille Bonito Oliva, Aldo Rossi and Mimmo Paladino. On SUN 1, the program will include films about Renzo Piano and Ettore Spalletti. Cost: $15 ($40 includes barbecue)

SUN 1
The Murder of  Roger Ackroyd
PHILIPSTOWN
5 p.m. Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival
2015 Route 9 | 845-265-9575
hvshakespeare.org
This adaptation of an Agatha Christie novel features Kurt Rhoads and Nance Williamson in lead roles. This is the closing performance. Cost: $10 to $100

MON 2
Medea: Re-Versed
PHILIPSTOWN
7:30 p.m. Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival
2015 Route 9 | 845-265-9575
hvshakespeare.org
This is a hip-hop version of Euripides’s play with Sarin Monae West in the lead. This is the closing performance. Cost: $10 to $100

FRI 6
The Ghost and Mrs. Muir
BEACON
6 & 7 p.m. Boats leave dock
845-831-6346 | bannermancastle.org
Visit Bannerman Island to watch the 1947 film about a widow who moves to a haunted cottage by the shore and develops a relationship with the ghost. Cost: $40

FRI 6
Lit Lit
BEACON
7 p.m. Howland Cultural Center
477 Main St. | howlandculturalcenter.org
This month’s edition of the literary open mic will feature Eileen Kelly. Cost: $5 donation 

FRI 6
Incorruptible
WAPPINGERS FALLS
8 p.m. County Players Theater
2681 W. Main St. | 845-298-1491
countyplayers.org
This dark comedy by Michael Hollinger, set in France in 1250 AD, explores death and faith. Also SAT 7 and weekends through Sept. 21. Cost: $26 ($24 military, seniors, students and ages 12 and younger)

SAT 7
One-Act Play Festival
GARRISON
7 p.m. Philipstown Depot Theatre
10 Garrison’s Landing | 845-424-3900
philipstowndepottheatre.org
Watch five one-act plays as part of the 18th Annual Aery Theatre Festival and vote for a favorite. Also SUN 8, FRI 13, SAT 14, SUN 15. Cost: $25 ($20 students, seniors) 

VISUAL ARTS

SAT 31
Collaborative Concepts
BREWSTER
1 – 4 p.m. Tilly Foster Farm
100 Route 312
collaborativeconcepts.org
This is the opening reception for the annual show of outdoor sculptures, which this year includes works by 25 artists. Daily through Oct. 27. 

TALKS & TOURS

SAT 31
The Snarling Girl
BEACON
8 p.m. Stanza Books | 508 Main St.
845-440-3906 | stanzabooks.com
Elisa Albert will read from her new book of essays. 

THURS 5
More to Our Story
GARRISON
3:30 p.m. Desmond-Fish Library
472 Route 403 | 845-424-3020
desmondfishlibrary.org
Kate Czajkowski will introduce a storytelling series for seniors sponsored by Philipstown Aging at Home. Email [email protected] with questions. Free 

SAT 7
Stradivarius
PHILIPSTOWN
7 p.m. Boscobel | 1601 Route 9D
845-265-3638 | boscobel.org
Carlos Tome of Tarisio Fine Instruments & Bows will discuss the influence of the luthier Antonio Stradivari (1644-1737) and demonstrate various of his fine instruments. Cost: $25 ($15 ages 5 to 18)

MUSIC

SAT 31
Pop-up Concert
PHILIPSTOWN
10:30 a.m. Boscobel | 1601 Route 9D
845-265-3638 | boscobel.org
As part of its annual Chamber Music Festival, Boscobel will host a concert at the Cold Spring Farmers Market. Free

SAT 31
The Dark Horses
BEACON
8:30 p.m. Towne Crier | 379 Main St.
845-855-1300 | townecrier.com
The band will play the music of George Harrison. Cost: $30 ($35 door) 

SUN 1
Last Minute Soulmates
BEACON
7 p.m. Towne Crier | 379 Main St.
845-855-1300 | townecrier.com
The band’s Russ St. George, Carla Springer and Rik Mercaldi will play a range of originals and covers. $15 minimum purchase.

MON 2
Concert on the Lawn
PHILIPSTOWN
6 p.m. Boscobel | 1601 Route 9D
845-265-3638 | boscobel.org
As part of Boscobel’s annual festival, the Chamber Music Society of Palm Beach will perform a program that includes works by Mozart, von Weber and John Ireland. Cost: $55 ($25 ages 5 to 18, free ages 4 and younger)  

FRI 6
Daniel Kelly Group
COLD SPRING
7 p.m. St. Mary’s Church
1 Chestnut St. | stmaryscoldspring.com
The pianist will be joined by Jesse Lewis (guitar), Ike Sturm (bass), Jared Schonig (drums) and David Gonzalez (spoken word). Kelly’s compositions incorporate influences from modern jazz, classical, film and electronic music. Free 

FRI 6
Dori Freeman
COLD SPRING
7:30 p.m. Chapel Restoration
45 Market St. | chapelrestoration.org
The Appalachian-American singer will perform songs from her latest release, Do You Recall. Cost: $25

FRI 6
Bossa Blue
BEACON
8:30 p.m. Towne Crier | 379 Main St.
845-855-1300 | townecrier.com
The band plays the music of James Taylor. Cost: $20 ($25 door)

SAT 7
Schubert’s Trout Quintet
PHILIPSTOWN
6 p.m. Boscobel | 1601 Route 9D
845-265-3638 | boscobel.org
As part of Boscobel’s annual festival, the Chamber Music Society of Palm Beach’s program will highlight piano and strings. The performance will also include Farrenc’s Piano Quintet. Cost: $65 ($45 ages 4 to 18, free ages 3 and younger)  

SAT 7
Jay Strauss
BEACON
8 p.m. Howland Cultural Center
477 Main St. | howlandculturalcenter.org
Strauss will debut his latest album, Based on a True Story, with Andy Stack, Shauna Ward, Randy Bennis and Glenn Sacchi. Free  

SAT 7
Ellis Paul
BEACON
8:30 p.m. Towne Crier | 379 Main St.
845-855-1300 | townecrier.com
The singer and songwriter will play music from his latest album, 55. Marc Von Em will join him. Cost: $25 ($30 door)

SUN 8
The Hoot
PHILIPSTOWN
Noon – 6 p.m. Little Stony Point
3011 Route 9D
facebook.com/littlestonypoint
The annual music festival inspired by Pete Seeger will feature local musicians and groups. Rain date: SUN 15. Free 

SUN 8
Family Concert
PHILIPSTOWN
2 p.m. Boscobel | 1601 Route 9D
845-265-3638 | boscobel.org
To conclude Boscobel’s annual festival, enjoy a chamber music performance suitable for all ages. Cost: $40 ($20 ages 5 to 18, free for ages 4 and younger) 

SUN 8
Down Hill Strugglers
PUTNAM VALLEY
4 p.m. Tompkins Corners Cultural Center
729 Peekskill Hollow Road
tompkinscorners.org
The string band, whose latest release is Old Juniper, evokes field music of the 1920s. Cost: $25 

SUN 8
Jeremy Schonfeld
BEACON
7 p.m. Towne Crier | 379 Main St.
845-855-1300 | townecrier.com
The Beacon-based singer, songwriter and filmmaker (The Father Who Stayed) will perform. Cost: $25 ($30 door)

CIVIC

TUES 3
City Council
BEACON
7 p.m. City Hall | 1 Municipal Plaza
845-838-5011 | beaconny.gov

TUES 3
Putnam Legislature
CARMEL
7 p.m. Historic Courthouse
44 Gleneida Ave. | 845-208-7800
putnamcountyny.com

TUES 3
School Board
COLD SPRING
7 p.m. Middle School Library
15 Craigside Drive | 845-265-9254
haldaneschool.org

WED 4
Village Board
COLD SPRING
7 p.m. Village Hall | 85 Main St.
845-265-3611 | coldspringny.gov

WED 4
School Board
GARRISON
7 p.m. Garrison School | 1100 Route 9D
845-424-3689 | gufs.org

THURS 5
Town Board
COLD SPRING
7:30 p.m. Town Hall | 238 Main St.
845-265-5200 | philipstown.com