When I saw the Shenanigan’s Mint Dairy Shake – Limited Edition – in the refrigerator case at Stewart’s, a few thoughts ran through my head: How does this taste? Could I write off the $2.19 as ‘research’ work? If I write this up and post it by Friday afternoon, can I (Stewart ice cream) scoop…
Finding the Gold in Real Estate: Welcoming Sarah Dingee & Art Frick to Mahar Real Estate
St. Patrick’s Day is all about luck, tradition, and finding treasure at the end of the rainbow. At Mahar Real Estate, we don’t rely on luck—we believe in hard work, expertise, and building a team of dedicated professionals who turn dreams into reality. As Aristotle said, ‘We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is…
Saint Patrick’s Day Weekend in Hudson
Presented by Four Walls Irish American Whiskey Hudson might not host a parade, but that doesn’t mean you can’t create your own shenanigans this Irish American holiday. With St. Patrick’s Day falling on a Monday this year, and since very few businesses are open on Mondays in Hudson, this weekend is the time to celebrate….
Interview with R.B. Schlather, Stage Director of “Giulio Cesare” at Hudson Hall
Giulio Cesare, or Julius Caesar, is the second in a series of Baroque Handel operas, directed by R.B. Schlather, to be performed six times this spring, April-May at Hudson Hall. Trixie’s List sat down with R.B. Schlather and asked a few questions: Why Opera? In 2017, R.B. Schlather produced his first opera at Hudson Hall,…
Brake Pads, Drag Queens, Yams, and Two Hours in a Semi-Abandoned Upstate Strip Mall
Car Maintenance Advice from a Drag Queen The following is a true story. Mavis offers a lifetime warranty on its brake pads. That’s what the guy told me. I visited the warranty page of their website and could not find any information on brake pad warranties. However, the guy told me that if I come…
The Honorable Judge Emory Chase Victorian Mansion
Sited on the most prestigious block in the charming Hudson River town of Catskill, in what is The East Side Historic District, perched on a hill with panoramic views of the Hudson River, Rip Van Winkle Bridge and Frederick Church’s Olana, you will find Judge Emory Chase’s stately Victorian home that has proudly stood with…
Artist Talk: Mark Allen
It’s local election season and the races are on! Mark Allen’s recent Instagram post offered a commentary on a current Common Council race. Trixie’s List had a few questions. Trixie’s List: Why the President of the Common Council race? What prompted you? Mark Allen: I have no official connection to Margaret Morris’ run for Common Council president and…
Oakdale Plunge 2025
Lance Wheeler’s video of the 2025 Oakdale Plunge The Oakdale Plunge raised over $35,000 this year!
Hudson: A History of Whaling & Maritime Commerce
Opening Reception: Thursday, March 6th at 6pmHudson Area Library The exhibit is on view through June 30, 2025. The short film, Whaling in Hudson? What!?, was produced by local filmmaker Karl Frederick Mattson of 542films. The film will be shown at the opening reception, March 6th Many may wonder about Hudson’s great whaling past. This…
Wm. Farmer and Sons & The Gem – Wednesday and Thursday Nights BBQ Pop-up
I fell off the wagon on Wednesday night at Wm. Farmer and Sons. A friend/temptress wanted to go to the BBQ Pop-up at Wm. Farmer & Sons (in partnership with their sister restaurant, The Gem), and I reluctantly agreed to a night of meat-eating even though I’m vegetarian. I’m 95% vegetarian (a 95 is still…