Children as Witnesses to Domestic Violence workshop (remote)
The Center for Victim Safety and Support at Family Services will offer a virtual training on the topic of Children as Witnesses to Domestic Violence on October 21st from 3:00pm - 5:00pm. To join the zoom training, click here.
Repair and Rehome -Consumerism with a Heart (virtual)
In this webinar Sustainable Westchester will present on Repair Cafes, a new concept where neighbors help neighbors fix broken things and connect over the shared idea of repairing rather than treating items as disposable. Participants will learn how to set up a 'Take it or Leave it' aka TIOLI shed in our community and promote …
11th Annual Family Services Walk A Mile
Poughkeepsie Galleria 2001 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NYJoin Family Services on Saturday, October 23rd to take a stand against sexual assault and domestic violence and show your support for survivors! The impact of COVID-19 has made the need for resources for adults, children, and communities experiencing violence more critical than ever—AND YOU CAN HELP! Please plan to join us at the Poughkeepsie …
How to Save Local News (remote)
Join the River Newsroom for a roundtable discussion on new models of journalism and reimagining existing publications. Register here! About this event: It’s been a tough decade-plus for local media. Since 2008, US newsroom employment has fallen by 26 percent, a crisis that accelerated last year, when publications had to reduce their already meager staffs. …
ENJAN (End The New Jim Crow Action Network) Meeting
Sadie Peterson Delaney African Roots Library 29 North Hamilton Street, Poughkeepsie, NYEvery second and fourth Wed. of the month, from 6:30pm – 8:00pm. MEETING OF ENJAN (End The New Jim Crow Action Network) in Poughkeepsie. ENJAN is a Hudson Valley network dedicated to fighting racist policies of racial profiling, police brutality, and mass incarceration (the “New Jim Crow”). Contact ENJANHV@gmail.com for the Zoom link or join in …
Arlington Farmer’s Market
Vassar Alumnae Lawn Raymond Avenue, Poughkeepisie, NYThe Arlington Farmers Market will run Thursdays until October 28th from 2:00pm to 6:00pm on the Vassar Alumnae Lawn, Raymond Avenue.
Leading with Artivism – Dynamic Duo (remote)
Join Arts-Mid Hudson (virtually) as they talk with artivists BoogieREZ. Boogie is a Japanese Ameri- can artist who crafts detailed imaginary through textile, nature, portraits, flowing abstractions and uniquely creative characters. Her body of work taps into the flow of the streets, nature and the vibrations of dance and culture. REZONES is a self-taught visual …
Walkway at Night – Halloween Edition (in-person)
Walkway Over the Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NYThe Friends of the Walkway nonprofit organization is pleased to once again offer the opportunity to enjoy amazing Hudson Valley views after dark from 212 feet above the Hudson River at Walkway at Night. With the moon hanging high in the sky and the Mid-Hudson Bridge twinkling in the distance, there is truly nothing like …
Howl and Holler Weekend (in-person)
Millbrook School's Trevor Zoo 282 Millbrook School Road, Millbrook, NYJoin The Millbrook School's Trevor Zoo for their 3rd Annual Howl & Holler Weekend, October 30th & 31st. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED!!! Make your reservations here! and you can win a FREE Zoo Membership! Free Treat Bags with Orangutan friendly Halloween candy. Free activity booklets for kids, special activities & food trucks. FOOD TRUCKS: Frites of NY …
Tie Dye at the Cooperative Barn
The Environmental Cooperative at the Vassar Barns 50 Vassar Farm Lane, Poughkeepsie, NYAttention Vassar students! Join the Environmental Cooperative for some tie-dye fun on Saturday October 30 from 1-3 PM! Please register so that we have enough materials for all attendees. Register here! Up-cycled t-shirts will be available, but you could bring your own piece of clothing instead if you wish! Materials will be provided.