Events in Kingston
August 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 |
| 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. |
| 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 |
| Esquela live @ The Steel House ESQUELA (www.esquelatheband.com) is an Americana act from upstate New York. The Steel House Restaurant - 100 Rondout Landing, Kingston www.steelhouse.us 845-338-7847 |
| 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 |
| Aug 7 -- Aug 28 |
| Surprenant Art & Design Karl Petrunak: New paintings at Surprenant Art & Design, 324 Wall St. 383-1279. First Saturday reception then Thu, Fri, Sat 12-6 or appt. www.gallerysurprenant.com. |
| Aug 7 |
| Painting Exhibition at Half Moon Books Elizabeth Rosen: Paintings at Half Moon Books, 35 N. Front St. 331-5439. Hours: 7 days 10-6; later 1st Saturdays. |
| Aug 7 |
| Looking Back: 15 Years of Derby Photographs Donskoj & Company Gallery presents the best of the Artists' Soapbox Derby in photographs. www.donskoj.com or www.artistsoapboxderby.com |
| Aug 7 -- Aug 27 |
| Andrea Mihalovic: All Things Drowned and Resurrected Reception for the artist on August 7, 5-8pm @ One Mile Gallery, 475 Abeel, Kingston NY www.onemilegallery.com |
| Aug 7 -- Aug 28 |
| Exhibition at Win Morrison Realty Nicholas Marsicano (American, 1908-1991), canvases painted in Woodstock, NY. “Inventions on Female Nudes” at Win Morrison Realty, 63 John St. 339-1144. First Saturday reception then Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 9-6, Sun 9-5. Freyjohnsson1@aol.com |
| Aug 7 |
| Exhibition at Village Green Realty Nat Thomas: Hand dyed quilts & landscape oil paintings at Coldwell Banker Village Green Realty - The Gallery, 268 Fair St. 331-5357. www.VillageGreenRealty.com. First Saturday reception then Mon-Sat 10-5, Sun 10-3. |
| Aug 7 -- Aug 28 |
| Warren Schmahl at KMOCA KINGSTON MUSEUM of CONTEMPORARY ARTS, 103 Abeel St. Hours: Sat 12-4, or by appt. Warren Schmahl: “Fantastic Dolls.” Construction paper, cardboard, magazine photos, tape, staples, and lots and lots of glue. www.kmoca.org. and www.myspace.com |
| Aug 7 |
| GALLERY at R & F Charles Forsberg: New Works. Gallery talk at opening reception. GALLERY at R & F, 84 Ten Broeck Av. 331-3112 www.rfpaints.com |
| Aug 7 -- Aug 31 |
| Seven 21 Gallery on Broadway Featured Artist: “Oasis,” Paintings by Dierdre Leber. Aug 7-31. Ongoing Artists: Sean Bowen, Philip Lekki, Roger Hines, Susan Godwin, Barry DeBaun, John Lundquist, Barbara DeBaun, Dennis Sheehan, Chris Gonyea, Hugh Morris, Paul Abrams, Tibor Spitz, Emily Thing, Moya, Ray Curran, Jeffrey Schiller, Howard Finkelson. |
| Aug 7 |
| Exhibition at Keegan Ales Randal Roberts: Paintings at Keegan Ales, 20 St. James St. 331-BREW(2739), 853-7354. www.keeganales.com or www.allofthisisforyou.com First Saturday recepton then Tues-Thurs 4-11pm; Fri & Sat 11:30am-12midnight; Sun 1-10pm. Closed Monday. |
| Aug 7 -- Aug 28 |
| Arts Society of Kingston Main Gallery - Thomas Sarrantonio: Paintings. Members’ Lounge - “Body Parts,” Figurative works by ASK members. ASK (ARTS SOCIETY of KINGSTON), 97 Broadway. 338-0331. www.askforarts.org. Hours: Tues-Sat 1-6pm or by appt. Closed Sun & Mon. Reception: Aug 7, 5-8pm. . |
| Aug 7 | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Kingston Farmers' Market The Healthy Eating Series Continues at the Kingston Farmers' Market. Join our chef/nutritionist as she prepares Simple Meals from the Market. All ingredients for this quick fix can be found from our local vendors. Crafts on John Street will be at the Market this weekend with wonderful wares from talented Hudson Valley artisans. 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. |
| Aug 7 | 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| AGUSTSSON GALLERY Magnus Agustsson: “Emotions of Life.” Annagama, stone & ceramic sculpture. Diane Agustsson: Paintings. Beautiful distinctive offerings from 11 artists: Painting, photography, jewelry, woodcuts. Offering sculpture classes. Sculpture Garden open. Agustsson GAllery , 176 Broadway. 331-1388. Hours: daily 10-8, closed Mon. Free parking in St. Mary’s lot beside gallery. |
| Aug 7 | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Hudson River Maritime Museum's Annual Steamboat Days "Steam is not dead -- steamboats 'chug along' on a non-taxed, renewable natural resource - wood !" Come experience life back in the "Good Ole Summer Time" over a hundred years ago -- when there were no bridges and the taxis were small steamboats! Old-fashioned music, food, children's arcade and fun games! $5 for family of 3 or $2 per person. Limited availability/free ticketed rides on participating boats/first-come first-served. Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston; 845.338.0071. pr_hrmm!@hvc.rr.com www.hrmm.org |
| Aug 7 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Catskill Mountain Railroad Lollipop Express – The Catskill Mountain Railroad’s train will be decorated with Balloons and staffed with our special crew of clowns that will have your favorite flavor lollipop available for your ride. Fun for kids of all ages. ~ www.catskillmtrailroad.com |
| Aug 7 | 2:00 PM |
| 1658 Stockade National Historic District Walking Tour Narrated walk through New York’s largest intact early Dutch settlement and neighborhood where the state was born in 1777. Includes tour of c.1812 Johnston House interior featuring 18th and early 19th century furnishings and decorative arts. Adult $10; child under 16, $5. Departs Saturday, 2 p.m. from the Friends of Historic Kingston Museum, corner Wall-Main Sts., uptown Kingston. (845) 339-0720; www.fohk.org |
| Aug 7 | 2:00 PM |
| Historic District Walking Tour 1658 Stockade National Historic District Walking Tour- Two-hour narrated walk through New York’s largest intact early Dutch settlement and neighborhood where the state was born in 1777. Includes tour of c.1812 Johnston House interior featuring 18th and early 19th century furnishings and decorative arts. Adult $10; child under 16, $5. Departs Saturday, 2 p.m. from the Friends of Historic Kingston Museum, corner Wall-Main Sts., uptown Kingston. (845) 339-0720; www.fohk.org. |
| Aug 7 -- Aug 28 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Art on Wall Gloria Coker: Giclees on canvas. Dancers & figures. Dick Phillips: Acrylic abstracts at Art On Wall, 288 Wall St, 2nd Floor (over Hudson Coffee). 750-6332. First Saturday reception then hours: by appointment. |
| Aug 7 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Art of Jewelry by Susan Carey ARMADILLO Bar & Grill, 97 Abeel St. on the patio. 339-1550. www.armadillos.net |
| Aug 7 | 9:30 PM - 11:30 PM |
| First Saturday Concert Series Returns With Shane Murphy...at Wright Gallery Records, 50 N. Front St. Kingston, NY |
| Aug 11 | 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 11 | 6:00 PM |
| 323 Productions Presents RYAN CASSATA, THE COUNT DOWN, WHENSDAY, THE RICOCHET. $7 advance, $9 day of show. All ages. 323 Wall Street, Kingston, NY - 845.338.8700 - www.323wallstreet.com |
| Aug 11 | 7:00 PM |
| Music at Keegan Ales Gypsy Jazz Band featuring the music of Django Reinhardt. Keegan Ales, 20 St. James Street, Kingston, NY. 845-331-BREW - www.keeganales.com |
| Aug 12 |
| Lighthouse Camp- “Industry: Bricks to Bluestone” Join HRMM Master Educator John Miller “Boat out” to the Rondout Lighthouse. Cost for each session( there are four altogether): $25 for 1 adult & 1 child; additional participants/family unit – just an additional $5 each! For more information or to register, contact John Miller at HUDSON RIVER MARITIME MUSEUM 845.338.0071, ext. 19 educator-hrmm@hvc.rr.com or visit www.hrmm.org |
| Aug 12 | 1:00 PM |
| Kingston Library Summer Reading Program Make A Splash Closing Party - The Wayfinder Experience This merry troupe will begin with lively, interactive fun activities. Then design a unique family crest. Pick up certificates and rewards. 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 12 | 7:00 PM |
| Music at Keegan Ales Cleoma's Ghost at Keegan Ales, 20 St. James Street, Kingston, NY. 845-331-BREW - www.keeganales.com |
| Aug 13 | 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. Forsyth Nature Center - 845-331-1682, ext 7336 |
| Aug 13 | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Recycle Electronics For Businesses Items Accepted are computers, servers, monitors, printers, keyboards, VCRs, batteries, cell phones, terminals, cables, wires, power supplies, fax machines, radios, modems, CRTs, corded and cordless telephones, TVs, CPUs, copiers, scanners; cassette, CD and DVD players; typewriters, stereo equipment & more. Registration is required. Contact Bob Travers at Advanced Recovery, Inc. 845-858-8809 or btravers@advancedrecovery.com Sponsored by The Mac Works and a portion of the collection fees supports the work of Sustainable Hudson Valley. |
| Aug 13 | 8:30 PM |
| Live Music at Gathers Sugarbees at the Holiday Inn 503 Washington Avenue, Kingston, NY (845)338-0400 - www.holidayinnkingstonny.com No cover charge. |
| Aug 13 | 9:00 PM |
| Music at Keegan Ales Peter Head and Memphis Head at Keegan Ales, 20 St. James Street, Kingston, NY. 845-331-BREW - www.keeganales.com |
| Aug 14 | 9:00 AM |
| Kingston Walks Meet at lot heading South on Route 209 for the O & W Rail Trail Walk. Kingston Walks is sponsored by the Community Heart Health Coalition of UC and the Kingston Hospital Foundation. Call 845-334-2760 for more information. |
| Aug 14 | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Kingston Farmers' Market Kids Day - everyone's a kid at the Kingston Farmers? Market! Children's activities today are just another reason this Market is so family-friendly! Locally grown sweet peaches, succulent nectarines and juicy plums are the focus of the Healthy Eating Series. And as always, where there are chef demonstrations, free tasters are sure to follow. The Storytelling Series continues with storyteller/actress Janet Carter. 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. |
| Aug 14 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Recycle Electronics For Households Items accepted are computers, servers, monitors, printers, keyboards, VCRs, batteries, cell phones, terminals, cables, wires, power supplies, fax machines, radios, modems, CRTs, corded and cordless telephones, TVs, CPUs, copiers, scanners; cassette, CD and DVD players; typewriters, stereo equipment & more. $10 per carload. No pre-registration required. Sponsored by The Mac Works and a portion of the collection fees supports the work of Sustainable Hudson Valley. 400 Stockade Drive, Kingston off Schwenk Drive, across from Kingston Plaza |
| Aug 14 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Catskill Mountain Railroad Teddy Bear Train Rides – Bring your favorite Teddy for a ride on the Catskill Mountain Railroad. Have a cookie and some milk and listen to stories about bears and trains. Great Fun for our younger riders. All bears ride for Free. ~ www.catskillmtrailroad.com |
| Aug 14 | 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. Forsyth Nature Center,845-331-1682, ext 7336 |
| Aug 14 | 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM |
| Family of Woodstock Family of Woodstock, Inc invites the whole community to come celebrate its 40th year! Enjoy great music from the Voodelics, tasty appetizers, cash bar, a silent auction and much more! A $20 suggested door. Backstage Productions, 323 Wall St. Kingston, NY. Call 331 7080 for more info or visit www.fowinc.org or www.323wallstreet.com |
| Aug 14 | 8:00 PM |
| Summer Festival of Short Plays The Arts Society of Kingston (ASK) will present its Summer Festival of Short Plays. Dean Schambach, Denny Dillon, Phillip Levine, Jody Satriani, Ron Morehead and other talented thespians will present the plays as staged readings. Writers include Denny Dillon, Lewis Gardner, Nina Shengold, Sidney Norinsky and Mikhael Horowitz. Suggested donation is is $12.00. Doors open at 7:30; For more information, call 338-0331 or go to www.askforarts.org. |
| Aug 14 | 9:00 PM |
| Music at Keegan Ales Kingston Dart Tournament and No Brakes at Keegan Ales, 20 St. James Street, Kingston, NY. 845-331-BREW - www.keeganales.com |
| Aug 14 | 9:30 PM |
| Live Music at Gathers Sugarbees at the Holiday Inn 503 Washington Avenue, Kingston, NY (845)338-0400 - www.holidayinnkingstonny.com No cover charge. |
| Aug 15 | 7:00 PM |
| Music at Keegan Ales Big Bang Jazz Gang - Playing the music of Monk, Mingus, Coltrane and others at Keegan Ales, 20 St. James Street, Kingston, NY. 845-331-BREW - www.keeganales.com |
| Aug 16 | 9:00 PM |
| Music at the Basement Al & The Black Cats (Ages 21+ / FREE)- The Basement, 744 Broadway, Kingston. www.myspace.com |
| Aug 17 | 3:30 PM |
| Reptiles and Amphibians Forsyth Nature Center - Investigate the variety of reptiles and amphibians that call the nature center their home. They include snakes, iguanas, turtles, and frogs. You will be able to learn about these animals while also gaining appreciation for the variety of unique traits they share. 845-331-1682, ext 7339 |
| Aug 18 | 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 18 | 7:00 PM |
| Music at Keegan Ales Bob Stump and Friends - Old Fashioned Americana and Bluegrass at Keegan Ales, 20 St. James Street, Kingston, NY. 845-331-BREW - www.keeganales.com |
| Aug 18 | 8:00 PM |
| Jazz @ Wall Space Helen Sung, piano.Carolyn Leonhart, vocals. Rich Syracuse, bass. Three superb musicians come together for another evening of world-class jazz absolutely not to be missed. Meet the artists @ 7pm. $15 - $8 w/student ID. 323 Wall Street (BSP), Kingston, NY - 845.338.8700 - www.323wallstreet.com |
| Aug 19 |
| Lighthouse Camp-“Peoples” Join HRMM Master Educator John Miller “Boat out” to the Rondout Lighthouse. Cost for each session( there are four altogether): $25 for 1 adult & 1 child; additional participants/family unit – just an additional $5 each! For more information or to register, contact John Miller at HUDSON RIVER MARITIME MUSEUM 845.338.0071, ext. 19 educator-hrmm@hvc.rr.com or visit www.hrmm.org |
| Aug 19 | 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM |
| Ulster County Musicians Network Mixer UCMN Mixers are a great opportunity for local area musicians to network with each other and meet with music industry professionals. You don’t have to be a musician to attend, everyone is welcome! There's NO charge to enter and there's FREE pizza at the bar (while supplies last) also an extended Happy Hour with drink specials from 5:30pm to 7:30pm and don't forget Skytop's very own brewed beers on tap. Music and mingling until 11:00pm. Skytop Steakhouse & Brewing Co. 237 Forest Hill Dr. Kingston, NY |
| Aug 19 | 7:00 PM |
| Music at Keegan Ales Doug Marcus at Keegan Ales, 20 St. James Street, Kingston, NY. 845-331-BREW - www.keeganales.com |
| Aug 20 | 9:00 AM |
| Dance Party @ Wall Space Come dance to an eclectic night of thick grooves at the JTD Dance Party with DJ Truckpile, DJ Wa and DJ Dave Leonard. At 9pm the party starts it's engines with an up-tempo loungy blend and then goes deep into the night mixing funk, soul, hip hop, electro and current dance favorites. Don't miss a beat. 21+ - $5 - 323 Wall Street (BSP), Kingston, NY - 845.338.8700 - www.323wallstreet.com |
| Aug 20 | 6:00 PM |
| Up the Creek Maritime Museum - Join us for a sunset paddle on the Rondout Creek. These trips will explore the wildlife and history of the Rondout, including the barges and bridges. Programs include guided tour, kayak, life vest and paddle. Call ahead early for reservations!! $25 for Kingston residents, $35 for non-residents. Forsyth Nature Center, 845-331-1682, ext 7336 |
| Aug 20 | 8:30 PM |
| Live Music at Gathers JV Squad at the Holiday Inn 503 Washington Avenue, Kingston, NY (845)338-0400 - www.holidayinnkingstonny.com No cover charge. |
| Aug 20 | 9:00 PM |
| Music at Keegan Ales Joe Medwick Memphis Blues at Keegan Ales, 20 St. James Street, Kingston, NY. 845-331-BREW - www.keeganales.com |
| Aug 21 -- Aug 22 |
| Classic Boat Show 26th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show hosted by the Hudson River Chapter at the Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston. For more information: 845-757-4273 - www.woodboat.biz |
| Aug 21 |
| Summer Festival of Short Plays The Arts Society of Kingston (ASK) will present its Summer Festival of Short Plays. Dean Schambach, Denny Dillon, Phillip Levine, Jody Satriani, Ron Morehead and other talented thespians will present the plays as staged readings. Writers include Denny Dillon, Lewis Gardner, Nina Shengold, Sidney Norinsky and Mikhael Horowitz. Suggested donation is is $12.00. Doors open at 7:30; For more information, call 338-0331 or go to www.askforarts.org. |
| Aug 21 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Gardening Workshops Master Garden Program of the City Hall Victory Garden - free workshop on Deer Damage-How to limit the destruction. A short lecture at 10am. The garden is located on the west side of City Hall, which is located on Broadway across from the Kingston High School. For more information, contact the Kingston Land Trust at Kingstonlandtrust@yahoo.com. |
| Aug 21 | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Kingston Farmers' Market Glorious Greens are the focus of the Healthy Eating Series at the Kingston Farmers' Market. A tempting and tasty kale salad will be presented at our chef demonstration. Crafts on John Street is back once again with the wares of talented Hudson Valley artisans 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. |
| Aug 21 | 9:30 AM |
| Live Music at Gathers Phantoms at the Holiday Inn 503 Washington Avenue, Kingston, NY (845)338-0400 - www.holidayinnkingstonny.com No cover charge. |
| Aug 21 | 10:00 AM |
| Esopus Creek Kayak Tour Meet at Forsyth Nature Center. Paddle the urban jungle that is Kingston’s Esopus Creek. This intimate experience opens up a new appreciation of nature in the city. 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 |
| Aug 21 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Antique Fire Engine Muster Volunteer Fireman's Museum - 265 Fair Street Kingston, NY (845) 331-0866 |
| Aug 21 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 AM |
| Catskill Mountain Railroad Take Mom for a Train Ride Day – Everybody loves their Mom, and to help make them feel special, the Catskill Mountain Railroad will be providing Free rides to all the wonderful gals we call Mother. Bring your Mom for a Free Train Ride on this special day ~ www.catskillmtrailroad.com |
| Aug 21 | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Bridgewater Bar & Grill Two floors and a patio of fun!! Musical guests Al and the Black Cats, Soul Reapen 3, The Calamaty, and more!!! Also preforming: DJ Crazy Frog and Ruby Solitaire. Tattoo Artist on sight, vendors, drink specials, games, prizes, hot dogs, and tom foolery in general! $10 in advance; $15 at the door!!! Bridgewater 50 Abeel St Kingston, NY - bridgewateririshpub.com# |
| Aug 21 | 9:00 PM |
| BACK TO SCHOOL DAYZ @ Wall Space Hand-spun reggae, r&b, jazz, classic hip-hop, rare groove. Featuring: The Legendary DJ Ease Wavy Davy Special live set by new-soul duo BELLE BOUSSULE Dress to Impress: No hoodies, sneakers or ripped jeans. SECURITY IRON MAN 21+ - $5 cover - Ladies free until 10 PM - 323 Wall Street (BSP), Kingston, NY - 845.338.8700 - www.323wallstreet.com |
| Aug 21 | 9:00 PM |
| Music at Keegan Ales Blind Ambassadors and Homemade Rockets at Keegan Ales, 20 St. James Street, Kingston, NY. 845-331-BREW - www.keeganales.com |
| Aug 22 | 1:00 PM |
| Kingston Artists' Soapbox Derby 16th Annual Artists' Soapbox Derby or kinetic sculpture parade on lower Broadway. Bring your radios and tune to 102.5 on your FM dial to listen to play-by-play live. Follow the last soapbox and the Energy Dance Group to the Awards Ceremony at T.R. Gallo Park. Vote for your favorite entry in the People's Choice Award sponsored by Second Chance 4 Me while the judges from the Surprenant Gallery choose the winners in the Adult, Youth and Family Group divisions. Then stop by and say hello to the SUNY New Paltz Solar Car team and check out the solar powered SUNY Hawk. For more information: www.artistsoapboxderby.com |
| Aug 22 | 7:00 PM |
| Music at Keegan Ales Ross Rice Band at Keegan Ales, 20 St. James Street, Kingston, NY. 845-331-BREW - www.keeganales.com |
| Aug 23 | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
| Kingston Library Book Group Pack a sandwich for lunch and enjoy discussing great books with complimentary refreshments. August's selection is Cranford by Elizabeth Gaskell. www.kingstonlibrary.org |
| Aug 24 | 8:30 AM |
| Adult Nature Walks Forsyth Nature Center - This bi-monthly program visits some of the best walking/hiking locations in the Mid-Hudson Valley. This program is geared toward adults and is free. Transportation is provided. These walks are 2-3 miles and weather permitting. 845-331-1682, ext 7339 |
| Aug 25 | 12:00 AM |
| 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 25 | 9:00 PM |
| Music at the Basement DREW'S 26TH BIRTHDAY BASH featuring Beneath The Fallen, The Gentling, Covered In Black (Black Sabbath Tribute Band) (Ages 21+ / FREE)The Basement, 744 Broadway, Kingston. www.myspace.com |
| Aug 27 | 7:00 PM |
| Music @ Wall Space Featuring: BY LAND OR SEA - THE RICOCHET - NIGHTMARES FOR A WEEK By Land or Sea is a high energy Indie/Powerpop band from Kingston, NY. www.myspace.com. Nightmares For a Week- Band Members: Bill Manley, Sean-Paul Pillsworth, Steve Markota playing Punk/Americana. myspace.com 323 Wall Street (BSP), Kingston, NY - 845.338.8700 - www.323wallstreet.com |
| Aug 28 -- Sep 30 |
| Art Show at Ulster Savings Bank Ulster Savings Bank invites the public to a reception at their 280 Wall Street, Kingston branch to celebrate their latest art exhibit, a collection of paintings by local artist Nathan Milgrim. The exhibit will be available for viewing through Thursday, September 30th. For more information concerning the reception or art exhibit, please contact Kingston Branch Manager B.A. Feeney, III at 338-6060, ext. 4101. |
| Aug 28 | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Kingston Farmers' Market Tomato Festival - a tomato is not just a tomato at the Kingston Farmers? Market. Come sample the varieties and taste the difference that chefs have long known. The Storytelling Series continues with award-winning, historical storyteller Kate Dudding. Listen to the sounds of long-ago as Ms. Dudding gives a current voice to those of the ages. Also meet City of Kingston Historian, Edwin M. Ford, who will be signing his latest book, "Street Whys": Anecdotes and Lore of Kingston, New York.? The book has been compiled from more than a half century of his research. 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. |
| Aug 28 | 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. |
| Aug 28 | 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Vintage Baseball Game At Herzog's ball field in the Kingston Plaza- The Kingston Washington Guards will be playing a double header event vs. the Westfield Wheelmen from Westfield Massachusetts. First game is scheduled for 11:30 the second game will be at 2:30. Olde Tyme Baseball played Civil War style will feature early rules baseball, no gloves, different bats and balls and different rules. Civil War era music, drink and fare. This is a FREE event open to all. |
| Aug 28 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Kingston Neighborhood Celebration Come Celebrate with Your Friends and Neighbors! YMCA Park: Corner of Susan and Summer St. Family-friendly event with arts & crafts, games, raffles, bouncy ride, food and entertainment. Joined by, Chips & Dip Entertainment, the Volunteer Firemen's Museum with historic fire engine, Kingston Neighborhood Watch, the YMCA, and the Boys and Girls Club. Contact: Jen Fuentes: 845.332.6600 |
| Aug 28 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Catskill Mountain Railroad Baseball Day – There’s only one thing more American than hotdogs and apple pie and that’s baseball. Wear you Baseball Cap on the Catskill Mountain Railroad and get a $1.00 off your Train Fare. In conjunction with Old Time Baseball games at the Plaza Ball Field. ~ www.catskillmtrailroad.com |
| Aug 28 | 9:30 PM |
| Live Music at Gathers The Score at the Holiday Inn 503 Washington Avenue, Kingston, NY (845)338-0400 - www.holidayinnkingstonny.com No cover charge. |
| Aug 29 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Ward One Reunion at FHK Museum Both current and former residents of Ward One are invited to come to the Friends of Historic Kingston Museum for a “neighborhood reunion". Talk informally to City of Kingston Historian Edwin Ford about growing up or living in the neighborhood now, and find out how your street got its name. Write down a favorite neighborhood memory for the Friends of Historic Kingston’s web site: www.fohk.org. View the current exhibit, “Street Whys: Anecdotes and Lore of Kingston, N.Y.,” based on the newly published book of the same name written by Ford. Copies are available at the museum for $21.55, including tax. The Friends of Historic Kingston Museum, Wall-Main Streets,(845) 339-0720 or www.fohk.org. |
| Aug 29 | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Jason Foster Project Join the Jason Foster Project for a FREE pre-tribute show party at Keegan Ales, 20 St. James St., Kingston. Special Musical Guests: VOODELIC and the debut of ANTIDOTE 8 (a third band TBA). www.facebook.com |
| Aug 29 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Concert at the Mint Ukulele player and songwriter, Aaron Lee is promoting community building with the Ukulele by Bicycle Tour. He will be performing in concert at the Mint to promote the causes of living simply and sustainably, acting locally, and the energy of bringing a group of people together to support a common cause. The concert is FREE, but donations will be accepted. MINT Lounge and Tapas, 1 West Strand, Kingston, NY - |
