On Saturday, April 1st, The Hudson Literacy Fund celebrated its tenth year with an event at Hudson Hall honoring Lisa Dolan and Maria Suttmeier, two of their tireless founders. Every year, The Hudson Literacy Fund raises money for book “good-for coupons”, enabling local students to purchase books signed by their favorite author at the Hudson…
Meredith Brick – The Next Generation of Hudson Drag
When I was considering buying a house in 2006, I read that this little town in upstate New York, Hudson, had a local drag performer, Musty Chiffon. For me, that was a gay “green light”. When there’s a drag queen at the door, it tells people that it’s a queer-safe(r) space. In 2013, Girlgantua organized…
April Spring Break Weekend in Hudson, NY
Hi Hudson, There are events that are happening right around the corner, with your friends and neighbors, that sometimes are amazing and remarkable. Christine Jones, a good friend, who used to sell quiches across from my cookies at the Hudson Farmers’ Market, asked me to attend The Hudson Literacy Fund’s cocktail party last week. I…
The Ackerman Foundation Opens 2023 Grant Cycle
Applications due by May 31 CLAVERACK—Today, the Ackerman Foundation announced the opening of its 2023 grant cycle. Applications can be submitted between April 15 and May 31, with decisions announced by July 1. For the second year, the Foundation will be providing a limited number of competitive grant awards of up to $2,500. Grants will…
April in Hudson, New York
Hi Hudson, Living in Hudson, I enjoy going to art gallery openings, and asking the artists, WHY? Why this? Why that? What’s the connection? Sometimes you learn something, and understand Why? For instance, you might want to read about Xan Peters and their exhibit, Why Look? at Ellen D’Arcy Simpson Art Works. I took Peters…
CITY OF HUDSON AWARDED STATE FUNDS TO SUPPORT LARGE-SCALE TREE PLANTING PROJECT
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION PROGRAM TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY REFORESTRY ALONG HARRY HOWARD AVENUE HUDSON, NY – The City of Hudson has been awarded a grant of $46,257 from the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Division of Lands and Forests Urban and Community Forestry (UCF) Program for Tree Planting in Disadvantaged Communities after Ash Tree Loss….
Hudson Bagels – Bagels Boiled and Baked Fresh Daily in Hudson, New York
Video produced by Lance WheelerFeaturing owner John Morreale and his father, Joe John Morreale, owner of Hudson Bagels, spent years researching the most delicious bagel sandwiches to bring upstate to Hudson, New York. His mission was to create the best bagel experience. Hudson Bagels, located at Route 66 and Ten Broeck Avenue (across from The…
Columbia County Recovery Kitchen Honors The Farmers and Producers Who Contribute Food
Farmers and producers who contribute food for meals served each week to the Columbia County Recovery Kitchen (CCRK) were recognized on March 18th at Christ Church Episcopal, where the kitchen used to prepare the food each week is located. Started in 2020, at the onset of the COVID pandemic, by Carole Clark and Pam Kline,…
Happy St. Pat’s Day!
Hi Hudson, If you want the best Irish soda bread, then head out to East Durham, NY. It’s not that far, about a half hour. Hop on the Rip Van Winkle bridge and drive straight on Route 23 to Route 145, (or, just plug it into your GPS – like I have to give you…
Bindlestiff Family Cirkus presents professional touring cast at Hudson Hall at the Historic Hudson Opera House
When: Saturday, March 25, 2023Where: Hudson Hall 327 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534Time: 3pm Family Matinee & 7pm Adult CabaretCost: Family Matinee: $25 adult / $10 child Family-friendly Ticket Purchase: Click HERE!Adult Cabaret: Section One- reserved table $45 / seatAdult Cabaret: Section Two – General Admission $25 / seat Adult Cabaret Ticket Purchase: Click HERE!…