The children’s room at Butterfield Library was abuzz on Sunday (Nov. 21) with youngsters getting in the spirit of the upcoming Chanukah festivities

Alison Rooney
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.
Holistic Moms: No Judgment, Lots of Support
“Parent from the Heart” is the guiding principal of the Putnam County Holistic Moms
Teams’ Efforts Celebrated at Haldane Fall Sports Varsity Letter Night
Blue Devil Booster Club holds their third annual Fall Sports Letter Night on Nov. 15
Lions Club Variety Show Fundraiser at Haldane This Saturday
Haldane Variety Show returns this weekend
Former Trustees Honored at Butterfield Library’s Autumn Reception
Butterfield Lilbrary’s Nov. 13 Autumn Reception honors volunteers.
Ski Enthusiasts Enjoy the First Nordic Ski Swap and Sale at the Taconic Center
Benefits both visitors and the park
Every Story is Important at the Purple Heart Hall of Honor
“This isn’t my award. I am simply the custodian for those who couldn’t be here. 2009 Purple Heart Medal Recipient.
Put Away the Red Pencil: Screenwriting for Kids Class Emphasizes Independent Thinking
Screen writing class guides young authors.
How The Community Can Help Find Lost Dogs and Cats
John Funck, who heads the “Lost Pet Network of Philipstown,” has helped find many lost pets.
Telling A Family Story With Photographs
Lori Adams teaches how to construct a “story in images” at the Desmond-Fish Library.
Works by Richard Merkin on Display at Garrison Art Center
Works by Richard Merkin on display at Garrison Art Center.
Understanding Ourselves Through Cultural Landscapes
Landscape architect Charles Birnbaum presents talk on “Cultural Landscapes” Saturday, Oct. 23 at the Desmond-Fish Library.
Garrison’s Monica Mahoney opens Cold Spring’s first ‘Pop-Up’ store
This week, Cold Spring’s Main Street will see the opening of Monica Mahoney’s new clothing and accessories boutique.
The Sounds of Silents at Butterfield
This Saturday’s (Oct. 16) screening of “The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari ” takes place at 7 p.m. at Butterfield Library.
School of Jellyfish: The Whole is Not Greater Than the Sum of Its Parts
Lily Zand, founder of the Beacon store/architectural practice/performance space/chocolatier School of Jellyfish encourages unlikely combinations
Filling in the Generation Gap as Haldane Musicians Entertain Seniors at Cedar Street Center
Cold Spring Senior Center hosts Haldane musicians for a lunch-time concert.
Help a Senior Get to the Doctor Through Friends in Service Driving (F.I.S.H.)
F.I.S.H. stands for “Friends in Service Driving”
Sold, to the Lucky Bidder on the Left
One Hudson Highlands Vista, Paint Still Drying
GUFS Internet Safety Program Spells Out Dangers and Offers Guidance for Parents
Thomas Grimes, of NY Finest Speakers, speaks to Garrison students and parents about internet safety.
Community Discussion Groups Examine Values and Habits with the Goal of Creating a Sustainable Future
Many people have a desire to do what they can to perpetuate the environmental riches of this planet of ours.
Eclectic Musical Styles Mingle in Triple Bill Benefit Concert
Triple Bill Benefit Concert Sunday (Oct. 3) to raise funds for Chapel Restoration’s Music Series
Remembering Bud Powell: Jazz Nobility in Homage to Celebrated BeBop Pianist
Bud Powell, often dubbed “the father of bebop piano,” will be saluted
A Helping of Fresh Vegetables is More Than Just Sustenance at Haldane
Haldane students are in for a treat next week when their Thursday (Sept. 30) lunch selection includes a truly fresh-from-the-fields \”Farmer’s Choice†vegetable course.
Transformation Time: First “Read Through” of Depot Theatre’s Threepenny Opera
Depot Theatre’s fall production of the Three Penny Opera will premier on Oct. 22.
HHLT TOEC Outdoor Family Adventure Challenge
The Hudson Highlands Land Trust (HHLT) and the Taconic Outdoor Education Center (TOEC) joined forces last Sunday (Sept. 19.)to offer local families a fun way to work together.