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This Week in Kingston

May 13 - May 20, 2012

Apr 16 -- May 30
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  Summer Program Registration
Registration for Summer Programs - Summer Parks; Jr. Naturalist; Tennis and Youth Swim Lessons; Basketball Camp. Register now until May 30th at Parks and Recreation Dept. Office in the Andy Murphy Neighborhood Center - 467 Broadway in Kingston. (845)481-7333 www.kingston-ny.gov
May 18
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  Beginners series: Intro to yoga
Get comfortable with the basics of yoga in a relaxed setting with others who are new to yoga. Stretching and strengthening the body, breathing, meditation and the science of yoga are some of the areas we will touch on. $30 for series - please pre-register. Click below or call 750-6605 to register. Event Location Mudita Yoga 243 Fair Street Kingston NY. muditayogacenter.com
May 18
9:00 PM
  The Lounge at BSP presents
Stephie Coplan and the Pedestrians w/ Shana Falana who will be opening with her VELVET POP dance set. Stephie Coplan and the Pedestrians from NYC are passionate about playing live and are enjoying a rapidly growing fan base along the East Coast. Music Connection Magazine has praised Coplan’s “razzmatazz keyboard tickling and stunningly clever choruses,” calling their show a “home run” and featuring the trio on their 2011 year-end Hot 100 list of live unsigned artists. BSP, 323 Wall Street, Kingston NY. bsplounge.com
May 18
9:00 PM
  VOODELIC at Keegan Ales
An evening of Soul-soaked R&B and Funk, Brain-warping Psychedelia, and flat-out Hard Rock with Voodelic. A solid union of rockers raised on both sides of the Mason-Dixon, Voodelic stirs together timeless soul-soaked R&B and funk, brain-warping psychedelia, and flat-out hard rock. The quintet of vocalist Little Earl, keyboardist Ross Rice, bassist Colin Almquist, guitarist Eric Cartwright, and drummer Dan Cartwright got its start in the backwoods of Palenville, New York, in 2003, and is currently one of the region’s most rabidly exalted club acts. Keegan Ales, 20 St. James Street, Kingston, NY www.keeganales.com (845) 331-BREW
May 19
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  12th Annual Women's Health & Fitness Expo
Join thousands of women to learn, unwind, ask questions and get all the tools you need for healthier living! This is a day for women and their families. Event Location M.C. Miller Middle School 65 Fording Place Road Lake Katrine, NY 12449. 845-802-7025 www.womenshealthexpo.com
May 19
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  TrailFest
Meet camping gear factory reps, local hiking clubs and outdoor organizations. Product and skills demos. Win prizes. Free admission. www.trailfest.info Location: Kenco, The Work and Play Outfitter 1000 Hurley Mountain Rd at Rt 28, Kingston, NY 12401
May 19
10:30 AM
  Kingston Library Presents
Magician Domino the Great performing The Just 4 Fun Show as part of the 2012 Super Saturdays Performance Series for school age children. Domino the Great's combination of zany comedy with unique and artful magic keeps the audience on the edge of their seats with his exceptional comedy-magic show that features mind-boggling magic, slapstick comedy, storytelling, puppetry and lots of audience participation. His magic show is specially suited for children age 5 and older (and adults who embrace their inner child). This is Domino the Great's first performance at Kingston Library, 55 Franklin Street. www.kingstonlibrary.org
May 19
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  Opening Reception for Rondout Revisited
The Reher Center for Immigrant Culture and History announces the opening of its exhibit, Rondout Revisited, at the Matthewis Persen House, in conjunction with NY Heritage Weekend, May 19, 2012. The exhibit has been installed at UlsterCounty’s Matthewis Persen House, located on the corner of John and Crown Streets in uptown Kingston. There will be an opening reception and the public is invited. www.kingstonnycalendar.org
May 19
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  Side Walk Sale & Vintage Music Gear Show & Tell
Recycle your used gear, trade or sell. Bring your vintage guitars, amps or pedals to show and try through other cool pieces of classic music gear. It's an event for gear lusting musicians. Morton Plaza, 1084 Morton Blvd Kingston NY. 845 336-5599 Website planet-woodstock.com
May 19 -- May 20
2:30 PM
  Hudson River Sightseeing Cruise
Hudson River Cruises offers a scenic and breathtaking view of the New York Hudson River waterfront on a two hour cruise aboard the Rip Van Winkle. Departures from 1 East Strand St. Kingston, NY (The Rondout Landing, or "foot of Broadway". Boarding begins one half hour prior to departure. For information, call 800-843-7472 - www.hudsonrivercruises.com
May 19
8:00 PM
  Drum Circle with Nate Brenowitz
"Get ready for a high energy evening filled with rhythms, dance and non stop fun. Who's the amazing band that is going to make all of this happen? You Are!!!! I will bring drums and percussion instruments for everyone (or bring your own) and after a brief explanation we will all be playing the pulsating rhythms of Cuba and West Africa. The energy will continue to build as we head towards a feverish finale where we'll howl & chant the evening away. You don't want to miss this one, we're gonna bring down the house!" Event Location AIR Studio Gallery 71 ONEIL ST KINGSTON, NY 845-331-2662 www.AirStudioGallery.com
May 19
9:00 PM
  Music at the Skytop Steakhouse
Rock from the ‘60s to ‘80s with THE CAGNEYS, NO cover Skytop Steakhouse 237 Forest Hill Drive, Kingston, NY 845-340-4277, www.skytopsteakhouse.com
May 19
9:00 PM
  MIDNIGHT SLIM at Keegan Ales
Midnight Slim (Fred Scribner) is a former member of the Levon Helm Band and is known as the driving force behind Little Sammy Davis. His band was known as the original “House Band” for the “Imus in the Morning” show during the “I- Man’s rein on M.S.N.B.C. and W.F.A.N. N.Y. Fred also produced Little Sammy Davis’ first album on Delmark Records as well as their next two cd’s “Ten Years and Forty Days and ” Travelin” Man”. Keegan Ales, 20 St. James Street, Kingston, NY www.keeganales.com (845) 331-BREW
May 20
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Fair Street Reformed Church Open House rch Open House
New York Landmarks Conservancy is celebrating its Sacred Sites 25th anniversary.A great opportunity to share our churches historical heritage spanning over 160 years. Fair Street Reformed Church, 209 Fair Street Kingston, New York 12401 845-338-7722
May 20
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  Unlock the Mind and Body
Using yoga and writing together as tools to liberate ourselves from the expected in our lives. Through moving our bodies in gentle yoga postures, we create an environment to unlock the body and mind and encourage a more authentic way of being in our writing and in our lives. $20. Please pre-register. 750-6605 Event Location Mudita Yoga 243 Fair Street Kingston NY. muditayogacenter.com
May 20
6:00 PM
  THE BIG BANG JAZZ GANG at Keegan Ales
Don’t miss these local musicians dedicated to bringing big band jazz to the Hudson Valley the way the Masters intended! Keegan Ales, 20 St. James Street, Kingston, NY www.keeganales.com (845) 331-BREW
May 21
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  Hula Hoop 5 week session with Elizabeth!
This class is fun! Learn how to hula hoop at your own pace! and learn some neat tricks while doing so! 5 Week session for $60, or bring a friend special for $50 per person when bringing a friend. Mondays 5:30-6:30pm Dates Include: May 21st, No class on Memorial Day, June 4th, June 11th, June 18th, June 25thhe bring a friend special, $60 per person when bringing a friend to class. Cornell Street Studios 168 Cornell Street Kingston, NY 845-331-0191 - www.facebook.com
May 21
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  6 Week Session West Coast Swing BEYOND THE BASICS
With Instructor: Mark Bolter If you have been taking west coast swing lessons and want to bring it to the next level. This 6 week session will encourage you to bring your steps to a whole new swing. 6 Mondays starting May 21st 6-7pm 6 week session for $72, or $60 per person when signing up as a leader/follower pair. Please sign up in advance. Cornell Street Studios 168 Cornell Street Kingston, NY 845-331-0191 - www.facebook.com
May 21
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  BASICS 6 Week Session West Coast Swing with Mark
Come learn the basics of West Coast Swing with Mark this May and June. 6 Mondays 7-8pm Starting May 21st (no class on memorial day) 6 classes for $72 or bring a friend special $60 per person when signing up as a leader/follower pair. Cornell Street Studios 168 Cornell Street Kingston, NY 845-331-0191 - www.facebook.com
May 22
2:30 PM
  Hudson River Sightseeing Cruise
Hudson River Cruises offers a scenic and breathtaking view of the New York Hudson River waterfront on a two hour cruise aboard the Rip Van Winkle. Departures from 1 East Strand St. Kingston, NY (The Rondout Landing, or "foot of Broadway". Boarding begins one half hour prior to departure. For information, call 800-843-7472 - www.hudsonrivercruises.com
May 22
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  TRIVIA TUESDAYS
Every Tuesday at Keegan Ales is Trivia Night! 1st Place team wins a $25 gift certificate for the brewery! Bring your team of up to 6 players or Build a team from knowledgeable smarties at the bar! Keegan Ales, 20 St. James Street, Kingston, NY www.keeganales.com
May 23
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
  Zumba Toning
ZUMBA TONING: EVERY WEDNESDAY: When it comes to body sculpting, Zumba Toning raises the bar (or rather, the toning stick). It combines targeted body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latin-infused Zumba moves to create a calorie-torching, strength-training dance fitness-party. Students learn how to use lightweight, maraca-like Toning Sticks to enhance rhythm and tone all their target zones, including arms, abs, glutes and thighs. $10 per visit: can use entire facility for one day. YMCA 507 Broadway Kingston NY 12401 845-338-3810
May 23
7:00 PM
  HRMM's "Follow the River" Lecture Series
Presenter, Russell Lange, Exhibition Co-curator of "The Face of Work TODAY in the Hudson Valley" takes a thought-provoking look at different segments of the economy (manufacturing, natural resources, agriculture, energy, healthcare, tourism, transportation & shipping) and reviews how our economy in the Hudson Valley has evolved from the 19th century into the 21st century. Hudson River Maritime Museum - "Green Room" 50 Rondout Landing Kingston, NY. 845.338.0071 www.hrmm.org
May 23
9:00 PM
  Rondout Music Lounge presents
Open Mic Night hosted by Lara Hope of The Champtones and Tigeriss every Wednesday night! We want to know if YOU got talent! Signup at 8:30. All types of acts are encouraged to come: acoustic, electric, singer songwriter, full band, comedy, dance, etc!! Rondout Music Lounge, 21 Broadway, Kingston, NY www.rondoutmusiclounge.com
May 24
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
  Kids yoga: ages 5-10
An opportunity for your children to stretch and strengthen their bodies, relax their minds and have fun… while enjoying the art and exercise of Yoga! Through yoga postures and breathing children gain flexibility, balance, increased coordination, concentration and inner calm. $80 for 8 week session or $12 drop-in. Please pre-register. Event Location Mudita Yoga 243 Fair Street Kingston NY 750-6605 muditayogacenter.com
May 24
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  Yo-Pi-Tai at the YMCA
THURSDAYS - $10 DAY PASS - you can use entire facility for only $10! LET GO OF STRUGGLE & EXPECTATION …… a wonderful evening of blending balance, strength, flexibility, and power Feel the fusion of Yoga, Pilates & Tai Chi all in one workout. No experience necessary – all fitness levels welcome If you have a Yoga Mat – please bring ! Event Location YMCA 507 Broadway Kingston NY 12401 845-338-3810
May 24
7:00 PM
  Two Hour Photoshop Seminar
Topics will include: retouching, masking, color correction, tools,and layers. Bring your own laptop, but required. (computers not supplied). Pay at the door. (Cash or check) The Shirt Factory 77 Cornell Street, Kingston. For more info: Stephen Blauweiss, Hudson Valley Photoshop Training info@HudsonValleyPhotoshop.com 845-339-7834 www.hudsonvalleyphotoshop.com