HOLIDAY EVENTS
SAT 14
Breakfast with Santa
PHILIPSTOWN
10 a.m. – Noon. North Highlands Firehouse
504 Fishkill Road
Enjoy a pancake breakfast, photos with Santa and activities for children hosted by Girl Scout Troop 1091. Cost: $10 ($8 ages 4 to 12, free for ages 3 and younger)
SAT 14
Holiday Pottery Show & Sale
GARRISON
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Garrison Art Center
23 Garrison’s Landing | 845-424-3960
garrisonartcenter.org
Browse works by artisans at the annual sale. Also SUN 15.
SAT 14
Holiday Family Day
PHILIPSTOWN
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Boscobel
1601 Route 9D | 845-265-3638
boscobel.org
Visit with Santa, enjoy games and crafts and build a gingerbread house. Cost: $14 ($7 ages 4 to 18, free for ages 4 and younger)
SAT 14
Gift Show and Sale
BEACON
Noon – 5 p.m. Howland Cultural Center
477 Main St. | howlandculturalcenter.org
Find handmade goods from 25 Hudson Valley artisans. Daily through SAT 21.
SAT 14
Holiday Tours
BEACON
Noon, 1 & 2 p.m. Mount Gulian
145 Sterling St. | mountgulian.org
The historic home will have decorative Victorian styles in each room. Also SUN 15, WED 18, THURS 19, FRI 20, SAT 21. Cost: $12 ($10 seniors, $8 ages 6 to 18, free ages 6 and younger)
SUN 15
Holiday Tea
PHILIPSTOWN
1 p.m. Boscobel | 1601 Route 9D
845-265-3638 | boscobel.org
Mark Rust will perform global holiday hits during this early-American-style tea with scones and finger foods. Cost: $60 ($40 children)
SECOND SATURDAY
SAT 14
What Matters?
BEACON
4 p.m. KuBe Art Center
211 Fishkill Ave.
At this forum, poets Chime Lama and Marc Sabin and artists Ron English, Donna Mikkelsen and Karen Michel will discuss their work. Donations welcome. Free
SAT 14
Gift Wrapped 12
BEACON
5 – 9 p.m. Clutter Gallery
139 Main St. | clutter.co
The annual holiday show will feature 2D and 3D works by more than 150 artists, all priced below $350. Through Jan. 3.
SAT 14
Leonie Lacouette
BEACON
5 – 7 p.m. Hudson Beach Glass
162 Main St. | hudsonbeachglass.com
The exhibit Holiday Time showcases the artist’s handmade clocks.
SAT 14
Daniel Aubry
BEACON
6 – 8 p.m. Daniel Aubry Realty
192 Main St.
danielaubryphotography.com
Photographs from his archive will be on view.
SAT 14
Monochrome
BEACON
6 – 8 p.m. BAU Gallery | 506 Main St.
845-440-7584 | baugallery.org
Joel Brown’s ceramics and Onaje Benjamin’s photographs will be on view in Gallery 1. The other galleries will show work by members.
SAT 14
Studio Work: Where Art Finds a Home
BEACON
6 – 9 p.m. Super Secret Projects
484 Main St. | supersecretprojects.com
The group show features pieces usually not exhibited, either because they are experimental or the beginning of a new approach. Through Jan. 4.
SAT 14
Two Things Are True
BEACON
7 – 9:30 p.m. Distortion Society
155 Main St. | distortionsociety.com
In this group show, 16 artists recreate paintings by co-curator Sarah Hanssen’s abusive father as part of her healing process. Through Jan. 31.
STAGE & SCREEN
SAT 14
The Nutcracker
POUGHKEEPSIE
9:45 a.m. & Noon. Bardavon
35 Market St. | bardavon.org
The New Paltz Ballet Theatre returns for its 28th season staging the classic tale. Also SUN 15. Cost: $7 to $35
SAT 14
How the (David) Lynch Stole Christmas
BEACON
7:45 p.m. The Yard
4 Hanna Lane | theyardbeacon.com
Hit House Creative imagines what would happen if director David Lynch staged Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. A party will follow. Cost: $30
SUN 15
Cirque Dreams Holidaze
WEST POINT
2 p.m. Ike Hall Theatre
655 Pitcher Road | ikehall.com
The daring circus-style performers tell a story of holiday cheer with original music and immersive sets. Cost: $39+
THURS 19
The Wizard of Oz
POUGHKEEPSIE
7:30 p.m. Bardavon | 35 Market St.
845-473-2072 | bardavon.org
Watch the 1939 movie, starring Judy Garland as Dorothy making her way through Oz with the help of friends, on the big screen. Free
SUN 22
The Terminal
COLD SPRING
1 p.m. Butterfield Library
10 Morris Ave. | 845-265-3040
butterfieldlibrary.org
The library, for the final film of its 12 Months of Tom Hanks series, will screen the 2004 Steven Spielberg comedy-drama about an Eastern European tourist stranded at a New York City airport.
KIDS & FAMILY
SAT 14
The Polar Express
GARRISON
2 p.m. Desmond-Fish Library
472 Route 403 | 845-424-3020
desmondfishlibrary.org
A young boy rides a train to the North Pole in this 2004 animated film about the power of belief.
SAT 14
Carnival of the Animals
COLD SPRING
1 & 3 p.m. Chapel Restoration
45 Market St. | chapelrestoration.org
This Camille Saint-Saens suite will be performed by musicians accompanied by cranky puppets. Cost: $25 ($10 children)
SAT 14
Jingle & Mingle
GARRISON
3:30 p.m. Philipstown Recreation
107 Glenclyffe | philipstownny.myrec.com
Enjoy a performance of North Pole’s Got Talent, followed by crafts, caroling and treats. Cost: $10
TUES 17
Snow and Ice
GARRISON
6 p.m. Desmond-Fish Library
472 Route 403 | 845-424-3020
desmondfishlibrary.org
This month’s Family Science Night involves crafts and experiments with a seasonal twist. Registration required.
TUES 17
Your Wonder
BEACON
6:30 p.m. Howland Public Library
313 Main St. | 845-831-1134
beaconlibrary.org
Courtney Kolb will read from her book for children ages 3 to 8. Registration required.
THURS 19
Woven Beaded Bracelets
BEACON
6:30 p.m. Howland Public Library
313 Main St. | 845-831-1134
beaconlibrary.org
Teens are invited to create unique pieces of jewelry.
FRI 20
Teen Hygge Hangout
COLD SPRING
6 p.m. Butterfield Library
10 Morris Ave. | 845-265-3040
butterfieldlibrary.org
Students in grades 5 and higher can wear comfy clothes and relax with cozy crafts. Registration required.
SAT 21
Edible Ornaments
COLD SPRING
10:30 a.m. Butterfield Library
10 Morris Ave. | 845-265-3040
butterfieldlibrary.org
Children ages 4 and older are invited to enjoy a story and make ornaments that birds will enjoy.
SAT 21
Holiday Gingerbread Houses
GARRISON
2 p.m. Desmond-Fish Library
472 Route 403 | 845-424-3020
desmondfishlibrary.org
Children ages 3 and older can use edible materials to create cookie houses. Registration required.
TALKS & TOURS
SUN 15
The History of Bannerman’s Island
BEACON
3 p.m. The Factory Hotel
147 Main St. | bannermancastle.org
Thom Johnson will discuss the myths and legends, along with the facts. Free
MON 16
Collage Club
COLD SPRING
5 p.m. Butterfield Library
10 Morris Ave. | 845-265-3040
butterfieldlibrary.org
All ages are welcome to use paper and ephemera to create art.
THURS 19
Community Mending
BEACON
6 p.m. Howland Public Library
313 Main St. | 845-831-1134
beaconlibrary.org
Annie McCurdy will demonstrate mending techniques. Bring an item of clothing to repair.
NATURE & OUTDOORS
SUN 15
Birds I Have Known
COLD SPRING
3 p.m. Butterfield Library | 10 Morris Ave.
845-265-3040 | butterfieldlibrary.org
In this talk presented by the Putnam Highlands Audubon Society, Suzie Gilbert will discuss her “encounters with temporary guests” over 30 years of rehabilitating injured and orphaned birds.
SAT 21
Christmas Bird Count
BEACON
watermanbirdclub.org
The Audubon Society’s annual citizen science project is a snapshot of bird populations and movement across North America, including in Dutchess County. Email [email protected] to participate. The Putnam count will take place on Dec. 28.
MUSIC
SAT 14
Art Labriola and Friends
COLD SPRING
2 p.m. St. Mary’s Church
1 Chestnut St. | musicatstmarys.com
Labriola will perform with Lew Scott and Mike Larocco and be joined by the Motherlode Trio (Stacey Labriola, Patti Pelican and Terry Platz). Donations welcome. Free
SAT 14
Merry & Bright
NEWBURGH
4 p.m. Mount Saint Mary
845-913-7157 | newburghsymphony.org
The Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra’s concert at Aquinas Hall will include holiday favorites. Cost: $10 to $80
SAT 14
Beacon Rising Choir
BEACON
5 p.m. First Presbyterian Church
50 Liberty St. | compassarts.org
The choir’s program promises to be uplifting and joyful. Cost: $20 ($13 seniors and teens, children free)
SAT 14
A Very Merry Classic Christmas
PEEKSKILL
8 p.m. Paramount Hudson Valley
1008 Brown St. | 914-739-0039
paramounthudsonvalley.com
Jessica Lynn returns with her holiday show that will include marching bands, dancers, choirs and effects. Also SUN 15. Cost: $25 to $45
SAT 14
KJ Denhert Band
BEACON
8 p.m. Towne Crier | 379 Main St.
845-855-1300 | townecrier.com
The singer, songwriter and guitarist will lead her band, the NY Unit, and be joined by Michele Gedney. Cost: $25 ($30 door)
SAT 14
Return of the Year-End Hootenanny
BEACON
8 p.m. Howland Cultural Center
477 Main St. | howlandculturalcenter.org
The folk collective Guthrie’s Ghost celebrates the music and spirit of Pete Seeger and Woody Guthrie. Cost: $20
SUN 15
Handel’s Messiah
COLD SPRING
11 a.m. Highlands Chapel
216 Main St. | highlandschapel.org
The Highlands Choral Society will perform selections under the direction of Woody Entrekin. Free
SUN 15
Winter Concert
COLD SPRING
3 p.m. First Presbyterian Church
10 Academy St.
The Dream Choir’s holiday concert is also a sing-along. Cost: $10 donation
SUN 15
Handel’s Messiah
BEACON
3 p.m. Beacon High School
101 Matteawan Road
hudsonvalleysymphony.org
The Hudson Valley Symphony Orchestra will be led by guest conductor Christine Howlett and joined by the community choir, Cappella Festiva. Cost: $55 to $68 ($38 seniors, $15 students)
SUN 15
Shakedown Citi
BEACON
7 p.m. Towne Crier | 379 Main St.
845-855-1300 | townecrier.com
This jam band plays the music of the Grateful Dead. Cost: $20 ($25 door)
FRI 20
The McKrell’s Holiday Show
BEACON
8 p.m. Towne Crier | 379 Main St.
845-855-1300 | townecrier.com
Kevin McKrell and Brian Melick will channel the Marx brothers in their interpretation of The Night Before Christmas. Cost: $25 ($30 door)
SAT 21
Jazz Nativity
COLD SPRING
5:30 p.m. First Presbyterian
10 Academy St. | 845-265-3220
presbychurchcoldspring.org
Pianist Tom McCoy will be joined by jazz performers.
SAT 21
A Celtic Christmas
POUGHKEEPSIE
7:30 p.m. Bardavon
35 Market St. | bardavon.org
The music and dance group, A Taste of Ireland, will showcase traditional songs and dancers. Cost: $41 to $71
SAT 21
Almost Queen
PEEKSKILL
8 p.m. Paramount Hudson Valley
1008 Brown St. | 914-739-0039
paramounthudsonvalley.com
The Queen tribute band will play the classics. Super Trans AM, a 1970s tribute band, opens. Cost: $54 to $99
CIVIC
MON 16
City Council
BEACON
7 p.m. City Hall | 1 Municipal Plaza
845-838-5011 | beaconny.gov
MON 16
School Board
BEACON
7 p.m. Beacon High School
101 Matteawan Road
845-838-6900 | beaconk12.org
MON 16
Village Board
NELSONVILLE
7:30 p.m. Village Hall | 258 Main St.
845-265-2500 | nelsonvilleny.gov
TUES 17
Coffee with the Executive
NELSONVILLE
10 a.m. Village Hall | 258 Main St.
Kevin Byrne, the Putnam County executive, will spend an hour meeting residents and discussing issues.
TUES 17
School Board
COLD SPRING
7 p.m. Middle School | 15 Craigside Drive
845-265-9254 | haldaneschool.org
WED 18
Village Board
COLD SPRING
7 p.m. Village Hall | 85 Main St.
845-265-3611 | coldspringny.gov
