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The Highlands Current - News for Philipstown (Cold Spring, Nelsonville, Garrison) and Beacon, New York

May 21, 2022


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Philipstown News

Putnam History Museum Goes Digital

By Christine Simek, Contributor | December 4, 2017

New software spurs effort to scan and catalog

Philipstown News

Catching Up with … Capuchin Ministries

By Christine Simek, Contributor | October 29, 2017

Catholic community in Garrison focused on youth, family

Beacon News

How to Thrive on Main

By Christine Simek, Contributor | October 6, 2017

Forum addresses concerns of Beacon small businesses

Arts & Leisure

Ironbound Films’ Évocateur to Be Released by Magnolia Pictures

By Christine Simek, Contributor | March 24, 2013

Tribeca Film Festival documentary explores the life of Morton Downey Jr.

Around Town

Live Poetry and Collaborative Art Offered on Beacon Second Saturday

By Christine Simek, Contributor | March 6, 2013

Works by Cold Spring’s Hillsley and Draper featured at bau

Around Town

Desmond-Fish Librarian Polly Townsend Retiring

By Christine Simek, Contributor | March 4, 2013

Spent 18 years reading and telling stories to the children of Philipstown

Arts & Leisure

Beacon Film Festival Highlight of February’s Second Saturday Offerings

By Christine Simek, Contributor | February 8, 2013

Full slate of activities, despite weather

Philipstown News

Rector Sounds Alarm on Church Finances

By Christine Simek, Contributor | February 1, 2013

Warns village green asset may need to be cashed in

Arts & Leisure

Dia:Beacon Musical Tour and High School Artists Highlighted in January’s Second Saturday

By Christine Simek, Contributor | January 10, 2013

The first Second Saturday of 2013 is already here

Around Town

Giving Abounds Around Town

By Christine Simek, Contributor | December 14, 2012

Community members embrace holiday spirit

Arts & Leisure

Beacon Second Saturday Event Adorned With Holiday Cheer

By Christine Simek, Contributor | December 6, 2012

Festivities to feature art, music, shopping and Santa

Arts & Leisure

Garrison Art Center Names Melissa Meyer as Visiting Artist

By Christine Simek, Contributor | October 16, 2012

Acclaimed artist will teach, lecture and visit local artists’ studios

Arts & Leisure

Photo Projections, Fashion Show Part of Beacon Second Saturday

By Christine Simek, Contributor | October 12, 2012

A variety of events and open houses on Oct. 13

Arts & Leisure

Jerry’s Map Exhibit to Open at MASS MoCA

By Christine Simek, Contributor | October 7, 2012

‘A Half-Century Project of Imagination’

Arts & Leisure

Cold Spring Artists Open Homes and Studios

By Christine Simek, Contributor | October 5, 2012

Open Studio tours take place Oct. 12-14

Arts & Leisure

PHOTOcentric 2012 Opens at the Garrison Art Center

By Christine Simek, Contributor | September 14, 2012

Reception to celebrate award winners, selected photographs

Arts & Leisure

Chapel Seeks Greater Role

By Christine Simek, Contributor | September 9, 2012

Anniversary to be celebrated with music and other events

Arts & Leisure

Amateur Musicians Work With Pros at Play Weekend

By Christine Simek, Contributor | September 8, 2012

Two concerts feature coaches and workshop participants

Arts & Leisure

Windows on Main Opens at Beacon’s Second Saturday

By Christine Simek, Contributor | August 11, 2012

Art installed in shops on Main Street

Arts & Leisure

Art and Religion Mix at Faith in Art Gallery

By Christine Simek, Contributor | July 27, 2012

Show poses questions to artists and congregation

Around Town

Mystery Yacht Anchored off Cold Spring Pier

By Christine Simek, Contributor | July 17, 2012

Battered Bull is one of largest in the U.S.

Philipstown News

Library Proposes Shed in Backyard

By Christine Simek, Contributor | July 7, 2012

Said to be temporary, boards are reviewing

Arts & Leisure

Community Day 2012 All Smiles and Sparkles

By Christine Simek, Contributor | July 5, 2012

Weather threatens but ends up delighting large crowd

Philipstown News

Fjord Trail Gains Momentum

By Christine Simek, Contributor | July 1, 2012

Scenic Hudson briefs county on possibilities

Arts & Leisure

Meridian String Quartet in Concert

By Christine Simek, Contributor | June 27, 2012

Performing July 1 at Philipstown.info

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