City of Poughkeepsie Common Council Meeting
A City of Poughkeepsie Common Council Public Hearing will be held on Monday, April 5, 2021 at 5:30pm, and will be held via videoconferencing, (as permitted by the NYS Open Meetings Law), for the purpose of receiving comments on the proposed designation of the “Eastman Park Oval” as a Local Historic Landmark. If you are …
The History of Gospel Music in the Hudson Valley
The Hudson Valley Gospel Festival committee is pleased to announce the third of our monthly presentations about the history of gospel music in the Hudson Valley, to take place via zoom. On April 5th at 7:00 pm we will feature a conversation with Ray Watkins and Lyric Small about gospel music in the Hudson Valley …
Journeys Towards Justice – Confronting the Past
Journeys Toward Justice is a multi-college collaboration spotlighting changemakers across the country who are driving justice and equity forward. The goal is to connect students, partners, and communities with one another and help us all understand the local and historical contexts of universal social justice issues and the work communities are doing. Confronting the Past: …
Abolitionist Study Group: Hosted by Queers for Justice
The Newburgh LGBTQ+ Center's Queers for Justice present the Abolitionist Study Group the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 7pm-9pm. We are in a moment in history where it feels possible to end police as an institution and challenge the criminal justice system in ways that make it possible to see another future …
2021 Caregiver Symposium; A Glimpse into the Life of a Younger Caregiver
Join the Alzheimer's Association Hudson Valley Chapter for an evening focused on the Younger Caregiver experience. Our 2021 symposium will highlight real life stories, situations and events that raise awareness on a caregiver's journey and highlight the importance behind community support and outreach. Featured Speakers/Panelists Dr. Jessica Zwerling will speak about Healthy Aging and caregiver …
On Becoming Nature’s Best Hope – Climate Smart Communities
The Poughkeepsie Public Library hosts a series inspired by Doug Tallamy's book Nature's Best Hope. The series examines Tallamy's research and applies it to our region and our private properties. The first event is discusses what a Climate Smart Community initiative is. Guest: Susan Karnes Hecht, Town of Poughkeepsie Climate Smart Community Task Force. Register here!
Pershing Park Community Meeting
Join the Poughkeepsie Farm Project & Scenic Hudson for a community Zoom gathering to explore all the exciting plans for Pershing Park: Apply for a Pershing Avenue Neighborhood Farm community garden plot and learn how to grow your own fruits and veggies Review possible new playground plans Share your ideas for other park improvements Get …
“Painting with Sunlight:” Imagery of Poughkeepsie & Its People by S.L. Walker, Daguerrist
The Dutchess County Historical Society presents an event on photography, Poughkeepsie, and its people. Soon after the invention of the daguerreotype, Samuel Lyon Walker was one of America’s first practitioners of this new art. His love and devotion to his craft ran deep and he was continually experimenting, even to the detriment of his health. …
Being Black and Jewish
The Reher Center for Immigrant Culture and History hosts "Being Black & Jewish." This online program shines light on the experiences of three women living at the intersection of these identities in the Hudson Valley: Lacey Schwartz Delgado, Ahvegyil Skolnick, and Randi Zinn. Moderated by Reher Center board member Barry Mayo, this far-ranging Zoom panel …
Journeys Toward Justice – Mapping Social Justice Movements in Durham
Journeys Toward Justice is a multi-college collaboration spotlighting changemakers across the country who are driving justice and equity forward. The goal is to connect students, partners, and communities with one another and help us all understand the local and historical contexts of universal social justice issues and the work communities are doing. Mapping Social Justice …