When artists and musicians thrive, so do culture and our communities. The O+ Exchange model is a system of care wherein an individual’s value is based on their contribution to the collective, and everyone has equitable access to art and medicine.

Whether you’re turning 65 and just starting out on Medicare, or figuring out how to renew your plan, we can help. We will help you understand the difference between Medicare Prescription Drug Plans and Medicare Advantage Plans, and figure out which one is best for your situation. We’ll help you figure out what each plan …

Join the party! Friends, Family, and Neighbors are invited to celebrate the opening of a new community hub in Poughkeepsie! Celebrate with FREE food, music, crafts, yard games, dancing, and more — including after-school fun for the kids! All are welcome. WHAT: Community Block Party @ the Hub Hosted by Scenic Hudson Tour the Northside …

SAVE THE DATE The Eleanor Roosevelt Center at Val-Kill is excited to announce that the Eleanor Roosevelt Banned Book Awards is returning on October 11, 2025! They also thrilled to partner with PEN America for this special event. Stay tuned for more details on tickets and our incredible author lineup. Learn more here

Are you interested in supporting local ecosystems? Are you curious about the Native Plant Propagation Program? Do you like making sustainable art? Learn to make your own seed paper from recycled materials! Seed paper is embedded with native wildflowers and will sprout plants when soaked in water and placed in soil. It is a decorative …

Get creative this fall at the Loeb! Join us for free drop-in family programs on select Sundays (October 12, November 9, and December 7). Each date will feature different hands-on art activities inspired by art on view. Activities can be modified for all ages, but are best suited for children 5 and up.  

On October 13th, families are invited to visit the Preserve at Vassar to enjoy the beautiful Fall foliage! From 10am-2pm, educators from the Environmental Cooperative will be leading educational activities all about local flora and fauna. Staff from the Francis Lehman Loeb art museum will run an arts and crafts station. At 11am, we will …

Community harvests are an opportunity to come together and glean food from the field before it gets returned to the soil. Come harvest vegetables for yourself (for free!) or for community donations - and spend time with neighbors. No need to RSVP! Email Katie with any questions: katie@farmproject.org  

As the region continues to face complex housing challenges and opportunities, this year's conference will bring together civic leaders, policy experts, developers, and housing advocates for a half-day of dynamic discussions about trends and actionable solutions. Click here for the conference program, speakers, and to get tickets!

The Dutchess County Department of Planning & Development (DCDPD) invites public comments on its draft 2024 CAPER, which outlines Dutchess County’s accomplishments for the Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership programs for the period March 1, 2024 to July 31, 2025. The draft CAPER is available for public review for a 15-day period …