The latest news and events from Arts Mid-Hudson

Posted by Harlem Valley News Posted on December 17, 2015
Posted in Beekman, Dover, Events, News, North East, Patterson, Pawling, Sherman, Southeast, Washington

 

Greetings Art Lovers:

We are counting down to the final two weeks of 2015. As we look back on all the arts and cultural programs we have led or participated, we feel happy to have been of service. Did you know we are a membership organization and member dollars go towards continuing the art programs, festivals, events – even this newsletter! If you are able to give towards our regional arts and culture, whether it is a membership, volunteering, or a year-end donation, we would be grateful.

And now to look at the region’s arts and cultural events, beginning on Friday night when thePawling Concert Series presents New York Polyphony. Praised for a “rich, natural sound that’s larger and more complex than the sum of its parts” (National Public Radio), New York Polyphony is regarded as one of the finest vocal chamber ensembles in the world. 8:00 p.m.
It’s Queen City Arts Weekend and the Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center is hopping! Big Gay Hudson Valley presents two holiday events: on Friday, Lettuce Rejoice, and on Saturday, a holiday burlesque, Hung with Care. 
On Sunday, two performances at the Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center by the Hudson Valley Saxophone Orchestra performing their 4th annual Christmas Concert – 1:00 and 3:00 p.m.See you there!
Sunday afternoon at the Moviehouse in Millerton attend the Bolshoi Ballet’s Nutcracker. Ensure a relaxing afternoon by pre-ordering a boxed lunch – a perfect afternoon at the ballet.
We have enjoyed the steady stream of shoppers at our Dutchess Handmade Pop up shop. Come by and see the immense talent of our artist neighbors and shop local. We are open late on Tuesday, December 22nd for your convenience, and 9:30-5:30 p.m. Wednesdayand Thursday (December 24th) for last minute shoppers.
Speaking of shopping local, there are many pop up holiday shops across the region – here are a few that we know of for your last minute shopping:
The Byrdcliffe Shop – Woodstock
Sunflower Arts Studio PopUp – Gardiner
Art for the Holidays at the ArtBar – Kingston
Joy to the World Holiday Show – Hyde Park
Holiday Market at the Gallery at Eastern Hay – Pawling
Tivoli Artists Gallery Holiday Show – Tivoli
Call for community volunteers: Arts Mid-Hudson is strongly committed to creating a diverse and welcoming environment for Grant Review Panels. In a continuing effort to reflect the communities we serve, we invite you to recommend panelists to serve in reviewing grants across Dutchess, Orange and Ulster Counties. We welcome community members of diverse artistic, administrative and cultural backgrounds. Our next panel meetings will be in late January. Individuals may also nominate themselves. For more info: grants@artsmidhudson.org.
Save the Date:
December 28: Cocoon Theatre’s Masquerade Ball
January 2: Kakizome: First Writing of the Year
January 9: Asian Influence: art opening at Arts Mid-Hudson
Our friends at Ashworth Creative have sponsored a way to give back to your favorite charity. Post images of what you are thankful for through tweets, facebook posts, or other social media tagged with #HVThankful – all will be put into a drawing and the winner can select their favorite charity for the donation prize of $2,000. We hope it’s Arts Mid-Hudson, but giving thanks for all we have here in our Hudson Valley makes sense to us!
Best wishes for an art-filled week!
Linda Marston-Reid
Executive Director
#ARTS_midhudson
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THE NUTCRACKER

The New Rose Theatre presents this classic holiday tale with a twist. Clara and her prince travel from classroom to carnival in this magic tale told thru dance, with a mix of jazz and ballet.Walden
Thursday,
December 17 through
December 20

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CREATE AND CELEBRATE
Join Art Centro’s Winter Celebration Potluck and Open House. View artist studios, work, make some clay creations and jewelry and bring a dish to share.
Poughkeepsie

Saturday,
December 19,
1:00 – 8:00 p.m.more


LESSONS AND CAROLS AT HOLY CROSS MONASTERY

 

Presented by Kairos: A Consort of Singers, this much-beloved tradition in the Hudson Valley will intersperse readings from the Old and New Testaments with seasonal motets, hymns and carols from the Medieval to the present. A holiday reception will follow the service and all are cordially invited to attend.

West Park

Sunday,
December 20
3:00 p.m.

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THE MIRACLE ON 34th STREET

 

An undisputed Christmas classic, this heart-warming play based on the 1947 film brings all the joy of the holidays right to the stage.  When a nice old man who claims to be Santa Claus is institutionalized as insane, a young lawyer decides to defend him by arguing in court that he is the real thing.

Rhinebeck

Friday,
December 18 through
December 20more

COME ON BEACON, LET’S DANCE!

  

All are welcome for Dance Night at The Howland Cultural Center with Special Guest Vocalist, Efrain “La Voz” Colon, whose wonderful voice has often been compared to that of Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley and Latin star Hector Lavoe. Dance to a mix of much loved songs in a wide variety of styles, rhythms and moods; along with lesser known, but equally thrilling music by the masters.

Beacon

Saturday, December 19
8:00 – 11:45 p.m.

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SAVE THE DATE
Do you have a story you want to tell? A story that has been passed down in your family? Stop by the Heritage Center to be interviewed by award winning journalist, Karen Michel as a part of an exhibition for black history month.
Poughkeepsie
December 22-23
1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

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Author: Harlem Valley News