Texture – Art Show

Gallery 40 40 Cannon Street, Poughkeepsie, NY

Texture in art is described as the way artists use their chosen medium to create a physical or tactile surface, by creating either a three dimensional aspect to the work’s surface, or even just the appearance of texture. It refers to the physical appearance or feel of an object, and can be seen through bumps,

Truth Open Mic

Cushing Piano Parlor

Daniel Villegas "is a Latin Poet and Emcee who uses crafty words about life’s experiences while phrasing them in ways that spark the intellect. Accompanied by his dear friend and incredible DJ (DJH20) he goes from rhyme to rhyme educating and inspiring the listener in hopes that one day they themselves will take up the mic."

American Fiction Movie Night

Christ Episcopal Church 20 Carroll Street, Poughkeepsie, New York

Sitting in Films With Friends Part 1 We're hosting a special screening of “American Fiction” about a novelist who has become disillusioned with the establishment's exploitation of 'Black' entertainment rooted in overused and offensive stereotypes. Come and join us for this special screening and bring a friend! All are welcome! The Race Unity Circle will

MENASA Dabke

MENASA performs at the International Dance Festival on the 23rd of February! Join MENASA in performing Dabke, a traditional Levantive Folk Dance. Not sure how Dabke is done? NO PROBLEM! Sign up using this link to receive word on our rehearsal schedule (I promise Dabke is easy).

New York State Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2024

FDR Library 4079 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park

Join us Thursday, February 29th at 6pm at the FDR Library & Museum for a panel discussion and viewing of the inspiring film "New York State Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr." Our Commission on Human Rights is hosting this free event in partnership with the NYS Division of Human Rights

“Coming Home” Art Exhibition at Gallery 40

Gallery 40 40 Cannon Street, Poughkeepsie, NY

“Coming Home” is a celebration of diverse mediums and techniques, and opens a door to all manner of interpretation. Each of the artists will have their own view of what this means. It may reference love of home, or a personal love, or an exploration of the relationship between craft and comfort. It can convey

Conversazione in italiano at Gallery 40

Gallery 40 40 Cannon Street, Poughkeepsie, NY

The educational evening is dedicated to the exploration of the Italian culture with a movie night in Italian.  

“Artists Respond to Poetry” Art Exhibition at Arts-Mid Hudson

Arts Mid-Hudson 696 Dutchess Turnpike, Suite F, Poughkeepsie, New York

This exhibit features 16 poets and 16 visual artists in our seventh annual celebration of National Poetry Month. The participating visual artists have selected a poem to respond to through their own work. Poets: Jeni Ascosi, Timothy Brennan, Augusta Block, Susan Chute, Kim Ellis, Lea Graham, Marian Grudko, Jared Harél, Jennifer Howse, Linda McCauley Freeman,

Free

All Ages Craft Night: CD Suncatchers

Boardman Library 141 Boardman Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY

Join them as they enjoy an evening of crafting! Tonight they will repurpose CDs into suncatchers! All materials will be provided. Drop in at any time. All ages are welcome!

Leading with Artivism – a conversation with Poet Gold and Sammie B

“Leading with Artivism” is a live quarterly interview series, created and curated by Poet Gold in collaboration with Arts Mid-Hudson, featuring a diverse mix of Artivists (Artist Activists) who have taken up the charge through their art to highlight social issues. We invite you to ask questions and get an inside look at the hearts