Shindig in Saugerties
Saturday, July 21: Feed watermelon to rescued pigs and learn how to cook vegan delicacies at Catskill Animal Sanctuary’s celebration
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Erica’s Cancer Journey: “Celebrating cancerversary #3”
Despite having “flown the nest,” a few breeds of birds, like nuthatches, continue to feed their young post-flight. I find that so tender.
Schumer to NASA: Send astronaut for Walkway’s new Starwalk program
The senator’s request has been honored: An astronaut will be in attendance for a September installment of the Walkway’s guided nighttime talks and sky observations.
Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild’s House Tour provides some grand views
The idea behind Woodstock’s role as a center for artists over the past century plus is pretty much the same as the concept behind the Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild’s annual house tour benefits, which hit their tenth anniversary Saturday, July 14.
Walkway Over the Hudson hosts new Starwalk series
Sunday, July 15: View the wonders of the night sky from 212 feet above the Hudson River.
Erica’s Cancer Journey: “Incredible lightness of being”
Enough. I am not here to do it Right; I am here to do it Real.
Off the beaten path: Chodikee Lake
This summer, writer Erin Quinn will share some of her favorite off-the-beaten path adventures right in our own backyard: first up is kayaking
on Chodikee Lake.
Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival in Rhinebeck
Friday-Sunday, July 6-8: Scattered in years past over many locations, the 2018 Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival will be concentrated in one spot: the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck. Nearly 100 balloon launches are scheduled, as well as aerial thrills of all kinds.
Erica’s Cancer Journey: “Sacred waters”
It turns out this shortness of breath wasn’t caused by fluid in my lungs; it was 1.04 liters of fluid in my heart!
Permit now required for Peekamoose Blue Hole, popular Catskills swimming hole
The beautiful mountain swimming hole near camping and hiking areas can be quite busy in the summer months. The permits, which are only required on weekends, are available free of charge online.