This Week in Kingston
July 25 - August 1, 2010
| May 29 -- Sep 4 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Matthewis Persen House Tours The Persen House,named after its longest resident Matthewis Persen (1739-1819) is located at the corner of Crown and John Streets in uptown Kingston’s historic stockade district will be open Tuesdays through Saturdays from Memorial Day weekend (May 29) 2010 to Labor Day weekend (September 4) 2010. Saturday tours are planned to be provided by historical society and museum volunteers from throughout the county. For further information call County Clerk Nina Postupack at 340-3040 or visit the Ulster County Alive website at www.ulstercountyalive.com. |
| Jun 1 -- Aug 30 |
| Photographic Portraits Exhibition of photographic portraits of gay and Lesbian writers by Robert Giard on the walls at the Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center, 300 Wall Street. Open to the public Saturdays during Farmer's Market hours (9am to 2 pm) or by appointment. (845) 340-1763 |
| Jun 5 -- Jul 31 |
| Josh Vogel: New Works One Mile Gallery is pleased to announce its inaugural exhibition, Josh Vogel: New Works. Already established as one of the Hudson’s Valley’s most innovative and exciting furniture craftsmen, Josh Vogel’s wood turnings and drawings exude the same spirit of warmth and expressionism that has become his trademark. The show runs to 07/31/2010. One Mile Gallery, 475 Abeel Street, Kingston, NY www.onemilegallery.com |
| Jul 14 -- Oct 20 |
| Exhibition of Currier & Ives at the Senate House Exhibition: Currier & Ives: “Cheap and Popular Pictures” , on view at Senate House State Historic Site, free and open to the public Wednesday through Saturday, 10 am to 5pm; Sunday 1-5 pm. A selection of 40 prints reflecting the 19th-century ideal of home, the city, and the cutting-edge technology of steamboat transportation. Senate House State Historic Site, 296 Fair Street, Kingston, NY 12401, (845) 338-2786. |
| Jul 31 |
| Music at Riccardi's DJ VICTOR KARAOKE) and dinner specials at Riccardi's, 11 High Street Kingston 845 338-0554 riccardishideaway.com |
| Jul 31 | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Kingston Farmers Market-Senior's Day Ulster County Office of the Aging will have a booth to discuss the Healthy Ulster Seniors' Program. They will also be conducting blood pressure and glucose screenings. The Kingston Farmers' Market has more than 30 vendors offering organic and natural fare such as meats and cheeses, fruits and vegetables, breads and other baked goods, honey, fresh-cut flowers and so much more. The Market is located on Wall Street in the historic Stockade District of Uptown Kingston near the New York State Thruway at Exit 19. Admission is free as is parking. www.kingstonfarmersmarket.org or call (845)853-8512. |
| Jul 31 | 9:00 AM |
| Good Morning Paddle Kingston Point Beach - Spend your morning paddling the Hudson River. Wildlife abounds during these paddles. Eagles, osprey and turtles keep the group fascinated! Programs include guided tour, kayak, life vest and paddle. Call ahead early for reservations! $25 for Kingston residents, $35 for non-residents. 845-331-1682, ext 7336 www.forsythnaturecenter.org |
| Jul 31 | 11:00 AM |
| The Rondout District Walking Tour This tour traces the rise of the city's waterfront area during the nineteenth century when it mushroomed into a thriving maritime village and major Hudson River port. Departs from the Kingston Heritage Area Visitor Center, 20 Broadway. The fee is $5 for adults; $2 for children under 16. Call 845-331-7517 for more information. |
| Jul 31 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Catskill Mountain Railroad Ulster County SPCA Day – Not only is it the Dog Days of Summer but Cats and other Pets are included in special day to help our animal friends at the Ulster County SPCA. Half of all the Train fares for the day to be donated to the UCSPCA. ~ www.catskillmtrailroad.com |
| Jul 31 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Street Whys” Book Signing City of Kingston Historian Edwin M. Ford signs copies of his new book, “Street Whys,” that tells how Kingston streets got their names. Companion exhibit in museum gallery. Free. Friends of Historic Kingston Museum, corner Wall-Main Sts., uptown Kingston. (845) 339-0720. |
| Jul 31 | 2:00 PM |
| Rondout Lighthouse Tours Lighthouse Tours on the "Lark"-45 foot long 47-seat vessel. $10 per person. Reservations suggested. Tickets available from the Hudson River Cruises landing dock, 1 East Strand, Kingston, NY. Call 845-340-4700. |
| Jul 31 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Closing Night Celebration Josh Vogel: New Works,closing party. Please help us celebrate the last night of the Vogel exhibition. Music by Chris Maxwell and Ambrosia Parsley. Tuthilltown Distillery will be hosting a whiskey tasting. BBQ One Mile Gallery, 475 Abeel St. Kingston, NY. www.onemilegallery.com |
| Jul 31 | 6:00 PM |
| Hudson River Sunset Paddle Kingston Point Beach - View sunsets and wildlife on this tour. This program is great for those looking to get their feet wet and enjoy the river at its best. Programs include guided tour, kayak, life vest and paddle. Call ahead early for reservations! $25 for Kingston residents, $35 for non-residents. 845-331-1682, ext 7336 www.forsythnaturecenter.org |
| Jul 31 | 7:00 PM |
| A Midsummer’s Night The music event at Backstage Studio Productions, located at 323 Wall Street in historic, uptown Kingston. The performance will feature singer/song writers Johnny Marnell, Kiriaki Bozas, the Irish pop/folk band, The Clatty Lads and the harmonizing duet, Acoustic Soul. The special guest emcee for the evening will be John Tobin (formerly of the “Coop and Tobin” radio show), as well as filmmaker T. George McArdle. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. For more information please call (845) 389 -0755 or visit the event on the web at: www.tgeorgemcardle.com / info@tgeorgemcardle.com |
| Jul 31 | 9:00 PM |
| Music at Keegan Ales Bangers and Mash: Long Island's Favorite Irish Rock Band - Keegan Ales, 20 Saint James Street, Kingston, NY 845-331-BREW - www.keeganales.com |
| Aug 1 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Street Whys” Book Signing City of Kingston Historian Edwin M. Ford signs copies of his new book, “Street Whys,” that tells how Kingston streets got their names. Companion exhibit in museum gallery. Free. Friends of Historic Kingston Museum, corner Wall-Main Sts., uptown Kingston. (845) 339-0720. |
| Aug 1 | 2:00 PM |
| Rondout Lighthouse Tours Lighthouse Tours on the "Lark"-45 foot long 47-seat vessel. $10 per person. Reservations suggested. Tickets available from the Hudson River Cruises landing dock, 1 East Strand, Kingston, NY. Call 845-340-4700. |
| Aug 4 | 12:00 PM |
| Senate House Jam Informal music jam every Wed at Noon all year long. Players welcome, all skill levels. Audience wanted too! Weather permitting, on the lawn at the Senate House Uptown Kingston between Fair St. and Clinton Ave. Rain location inside the museum during the summer, and during the cold months at the visitor center across Clinton Ave. |
| Aug 5 | 1:00 AM |
| Kingston Library Summer Reading Program Wet ‘n Wild - Lorraine Hartin-Gelardi. Listen to a Japanese folktale and make a watercolor collage using lots of imagination. ages 5 and up. Register in person or by phone during regular library hours for this and other scheduled Make a Splash Reading Programs. 331-0507 55 Franklin St., Kingston, N.Y. |
| Aug 6 | 8:30 PM |
| Living with Elephants 323 Wall Street inaugural concert! Live music by Living with Elephants Amy Poux, lead vocals, keyboard, Mario Lacedonia, Guitars & Mandolin, Ev Mann, Percussion & Drums, Rob Norris, Electric Bass & Music Direction @ Back Street Productions' Lounge, 323 Wall Street, Kingston, NY - www.myspace.com |
