Events

Join us and swing into summer, celebrating Good Work! You can expect delightful nibbles, tasty tipples, and a joyful gathering of like-minded people.  More info to come, tickets available June 1st. Would you like to sponsor the party? Please reach out to holly@goodworkinstitute.org or check out our sponsorship packet here. Can’t make it? Please donate to support GWI!

This summer, five spectacular family-friendly movies will be shown on the big screen beneath the Walkway Over the Hudson at the Upper Landing Park in Poughkeepsie in 2026. All Movies Under the Walkway events are free to attend! The screening dates and films are: June 27 —Disney’s ZOOTOPIA 2 July 11 —Disney’s Live Action LILO …

Community Farm Stand – Every Tuesday, 5 – 6 p.m. (June 9 through October)! Pick up free produce, herbs, and flowers grown at the farm or from our local partners, and engage with community groups and workshops throughout the season. Spanish assistance will be available at all farm stands.

Featuring the HPCSD Band. Continues June 10 with The Band Everything Else at Mills Mansion, June 17 with Thunder Ridge at Vanderbilt, June 24 with The Crew at Mills, July 1 starting at 5pm with That Guy Larry and 4 Guys in Disguise at Mills, July 8 with Southern Dutchess Concert Band at Vanderbilt, July …

To continue promoting Douglass’ work, Celebrating the African Spirit hosts an annual Frederick Douglass Day event at College Hill Park to educate and encourage his abolitionist spirit through music, food, and uplifting community. This years 2026 Frederick Douglass Day will take place Saturday August 1st from 12-2pm.  

This summer, five spectacular family-friendly movies will be shown on the big screen beneath the Walkway Over the Hudson at the Upper Landing Park in Poughkeepsie in 2026. All Movies Under the Walkway events are free to attend! The screening dates and films are: June 27 —Disney’s ZOOTOPIA 2 July 11 —Disney’s Live Action LILO …

Community Farm Stand – Every Tuesday, 5 – 6 p.m. (June 9 through October)! Pick up free produce, herbs, and flowers grown at the farm or from our local partners, and engage with community groups and workshops throughout the season. Spanish assistance will be available at all farm stands.

Featuring the HPCSD Band. Continues June 10 with The Band Everything Else at Mills Mansion, June 17 with Thunder Ridge at Vanderbilt, June 24 with The Crew at Mills, July 1 starting at 5pm with That Guy Larry and 4 Guys in Disguise at Mills, July 8 with Southern Dutchess Concert Band at Vanderbilt, July …

Now in its 6th year! Save the dates for these fun and family friendly Block Parties! *Food Trucks *Live Music *Games *Crafts *Craft Beer, Wine, Cider, and More *All Ages *Free!