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Alison Rooney

Alison RooneyArts Editor

Rooney was the arts editor for The Current since its founding in 2010 through April 2024. A playwright, she has lived in Cold Spring since 1999. She is a graduate of Binghamton University, where she majored in history.

Posted inArts & Leisure

Betwixt Town and Troupe: Terry O'Brien Interview (part two)

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 19, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Second of a two-part interview with Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival Artistic Director Terry O’Brien

Posted inArts & Leisure

Members Can Sip and Stroll During Manitoga’s Cocktail Walks

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 17, 2011March 28, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Wright sought to eliminate barriers between indoor and outdoor spaces

Posted inAround Town

Book and Media Sale Begins Friday at Desmond-Fish Library

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 15, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Opening night, for Friends Members only, next Friday, Aug. 19.

Posted inArts & Leisure

The Love Bus Rolls Into Cold Spring

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 12, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Three boys from Maine on a road trip

Posted inAround Town

Moo Moo’s Not Cowed by Gloomy Economic Forecasts

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 9, 2011June 20, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

New home-made ice cream shop next to Hudson House

Posted inPhilipstown News

Once a Farm is Lost It Seldom Comes Back

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 6, 2011March 28, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Panel discusses farming in the Hudson Valley past and present

Posted inArts & Leisure

In Process Collaboration Between HVSF and Depot Theatre Returns for Second Season

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 3, 2011July 18, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

Highlights include ten-minute play festival, improv, stand-up, cabaret and one-man show from Jason O’Connell

Posted inArts & Leisure

Jazz Heard Regularly in Cold Spring Once Again

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 31, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Rob Scheps and musical guests perform Thursday nights at Silver Spoon

Posted inAround Town

Betwixt Town and Troupe: 25 Years of Shakespeare in Philipstown

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 24, 2011July 18, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

The early days of the HVSF

Posted inArts & Leisure

“Summer Fun at the Library” is Just That

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 22, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Free program kids around the world

Posted inAround Town

Not a Mirage

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 22, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Ice cream truck returns to Cold Spring

Posted inArts & Leisure

Concrete Gallery: Real, Tangible Art by Working Artists

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 20, 2011August 22, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

New gallery opens in Cold Spring

Posted inAround Town

Recycling Bicycles for Sick and Underprivileged Kids

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 19, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

New life for old bikes

Posted inAround Town

Local Discounts Galore Found on Lion's Club Card

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 17, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Money raised supports many charitable endeavors

Posted inArts & Leisure

Browser's Paradise

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 14, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Cold Spring Antiques and Crafts Show

Posted inAround Town

Interfaith Service Heralds Rededication of the Steeple at St. Mary's

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 13, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Steeple at the Episcopal Church of St. Mary in the Highlands rededicated

Posted inAround Town

Behind the Counter: Sherri Urtz at Hudson Hounds

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 11, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Sherri Urtz, takes the shears to the pooches

Posted inAround Town

Performance, Theory and Improvisation at Summer Strings Workshop

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 7, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Gwen Laster teaches workshop for young musicians

Posted inArts & Leisure

New Windows, Lighting, and Insulation at Desmond-Fish Library

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 5, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Energy efficiency vastly improved

Posted inArts & Leisure

Philipstown Potpourri Exhibit Opens at Historical Society

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 30, 2011September 20, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

New Collector’s Corner features materials from local private collections

Posted inArts & Leisure

Kids Create a Living Hudson Float for Community Day

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 28, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Realm of the Hudson conjured up at Garrison Art Center

Posted inArts & Leisure

What is Beautiful Hides Many Things: Sheilah Rechtschaffer

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 26, 2011March 16, 2021 Why you can trust The Current

Garrison artist’s Green in Vietnam show is now on exhibit

Posted inArts & Leisure

The First Picture Show: Free Movie Screenings at Dockside

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 22, 2011September 20, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

The Princess Bride first film in outdoor series

Posted inArts & Leisure

Tail Waggin' Tutor Helps Kids Relax into Reading Enthusiastically

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 19, 2011September 20, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

Fredo hangs his shingle at the library

Posted inAround Town

No Rain, No Gain!

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 17, 2011July 11, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

HHLT Family Festival-goers not daunted by deluge

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