“School Photo Day” — three little words which flood the mind with memories.

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.
Teacher/Parent Communication is Theme of First 2010/11 GUFS PTA Meeting
The first meeting of the Garrison School Parent/Teacher Association (PTA) was convened Sept. 13 around the focal point of: how to best facilitate communication between parents and teachers.
A Favorite for Writers and Audiences Alike
Sunday’s Sunset Series reading at the Chapel features four local authors
Behind the Counter – Harold Garrabrant at Thrift King
Second of a series of stories about that interesting person
Weather Curtails Tug Sails, but Many Visit Historic Vessel
The winds were at war with the waters and the planned Saturday tugboat sails about the historic vessel Pegasus were canceled by orders from the captain
Bucolic, Sophisticated, Uptempo: Glynwood's Barn-Dance Gala
Popular shindig with a rustic twist shindig returns
Orientation Programs Ease the Way for Haldane Kindergartners and Sixth Graders
Orientation programs ease the way for Haldane kindergartners and sixth graders.
Celebrating 'Our Other Back Yard' at Tots Park Jamboree
Park has a majesty all its own, as multiple generations of Philipstown moms and dads (and beleaguered babysitters) can attest.
Do You Own a Home Designed by Frank Dushin?
Join fellow current and former owners in sharing information about Frank Dushin and honoring this esteemed local architect.
Cold Spring Seniors’ Picnic is Savored by All
The group of seniors who attended this past Saturday’s (Aug. 21, 2010) Cold Spring Seniors’ Picnic know each other well and see each other often.
Last Day of Summer Camp
Friday, August 20 brought the Philipstown Rec day camp programs to a close.
Acting Immersion in Hudson Valley Shakespeare's Apprentice Program
To act or not to act? The oft-repeated pearl of wisdom is “if you have to ask yourself if you want to be an actor, you shouldn’t be one.”
Stonecrop Gardens Wishes To Become an Unkept Secret
Figuring out when to visit Stonecrop Garden used to be perplexing, but they now now welcome visitors every weekday, and many Saturdays, from April through October.
Desmond Fish Library Holds Annual Book Sale
The Desmond-Fish Library book sale is a well-established local tradition
Bird Banding at Constitution Marsh Documents Our Avian Population
A crucial part of their mission: collecting data on the many birds which visit during the summer season.
Garrison Art Center's Summer Art Institute Showcases the Talents of Teen-Agers
Eight enthusiastic high schoolers who attended Garrison Art Center’s Summer Art Institute, had the chance to enrich and expand their artistic talents.
Etiquette for the Canine Set (Story and Video)
Philipstown pooches learn how to be good neighbors at Rec’s Outdoor Obedience Class
Whether Tis Nobler to Do Stand Up or Improv?
The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival (HVSF) and the Philipstown Depot Theatre join to present theatrical events outside the big tent.
A Creative Dry Spell Led Her to Tamales
As you taste the delicious fillings inside of those tempting corn husks at the Cold Spring Farmers’ Market you can be grateful that the muse didn’t come to Lisa Krivacka during a bad patch in her life as a fine art painter.
Summertime, and the Singin’ is Easy
Benefit Soire Highlights Depot Youth Players
Haldane Girl on Winning Hudson Valley Team
Haldane Senior Liz Milner was part of the squad which captured the medal on Sunday, July 25, in Buffalo beating the Central team, 99 to 53.
Flavor Building at Glynwood’s Seasonal Cooking Class with Mark Gandara
Use your sense-hear the sizzle, smell, smell, smell.
The Youngest Campers at Manitoga
Starting camp can hold as uncertainty for young campers