Dutchess County Spotlights

June 2009

Summer Concert Series

Great music and a community feeling awaits your arrival in our towns and villages. Don't forget the lawn chairs and blankets. Bring a picnic and enjoy music under the stars. And they are all free! Full Story…

2009 Spring and Summer Public Sailing Schedule for the Sloop Clearwater

Clearwater’s three-hour long sails on its tall ships are looked upon as one of the most incredible and unforgettable experiences imaginable on the Hudson River. Full Story…

ASTON MAGNA AT BARD ANNOUNCES SUMMER CONCERTS

Aston Magna, whose concert series has been described by the Boston Globe as “A festival that is out on the cutting edge of its art,” presents its 2009 concert series at Bard College on Friday evenings from June 26 through July 17. Full Story…

Golf Dutchess!

Dutchess County golf venues offer a variety of public courses with options to suit everyone from the seasoned pro to the enthusiastic beginner. Fifteen golf venues put the unique spin on the sport in Dutchess. Full Story…

Save the Date: Bounty of the Hudson Wine & Food Festival

For the first time ever, the Bounty of the Hudson Wine & Food Festival will be held on the east side of the Hudson River at Millbrook Winery. Mark your calendar for August 1 & 2 for a weekend full of wine, food and music. Full Story…

Phase II of the Dutchess Rail Trail is well underway!

Paving began on the eagerly awaited section stretching from Morgan Lake to Overocker Road in the Town of Poughkeepsie. See photos of the work currently underway, plus a map! Phase II is expected to be open for use by early summer. See DC News Release (including photos and maps).

National Park Service Offers Fee-Free Weekend

On three weekends this summer, the National Park Service offers fee-free weekends to encourage cash-strapped families to visit the parks. Full Story…

New Reprints of Articles about Dutchess County

A Great Day Trip up the Beautiful Hudson By Katherine Horowitz.

Weekend Getaways: Beacon, NY By David Levitz, Time Out magazine.

See Reprints…

The Center’s Saturday Morning Family Series returns July 11
The Center's award-winning Saturday Morning Family Series returns on Saturday July 11 with a brand-new musical, “There Once was an Owl,” written by local playwright Ed Gibbons-Brown. Every Saturday from July 11 through Labor Day weekend, youngsters and their families can enjoy a wide range of live performances, ranging from puppet shows to live animal presentations. Full Story…

Discover it…for Yourself
The journey continues on a one hour cruise on historic fireboat John J. Harvey, July 3 and 4. Celebrate Independence Day at Poughkeepsie Pier, Waryas Park 2pm, 4pm & 6pm. Limited rides, first come first served. Donation requested. 7/4, Saturday 7-9pm Michael Dell Band. Laser Light Display and Fireworks at dusk. See Flyer...