Events

Join the Dutchess County Commission on Human Rights, Eleanor Roosevelt Center, and NYS Division of Human Rights for a free in-person conversation exploring how Eleanor Roosevelt’s leadership in shaping the Universal Declaration of Human Rights continues to influence human rights work today. Hear from Commissioner Denise M. Miranda, Esq. of the New York State Division …

In-person & live-stream event! Join Poet Gold and Rock Wilk in-person or online on Wednesday, March 25, at 7:00 p.m. for this year's first episode of Leading with Artivism hosted by Poet Gold! On this episode, Poet Gold will be chatting with Rock Wilk, exploring how their work brings creativity and activism together in powerful …

Come learn about Pershing Community Farm, enter the lottery for a community garden plot, or find out more about our volunteer opportunities and farm stand.  

Mark Your Calendars! Our annual State of the City address will take place on March 26 at 5:30 p.m. at the Poughkeepsie High School Auditorium (70 Forbus Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603). Delivered by Mayor Yvonne Flowers, the presentation will showcase our City's progress, celebrate our recent milestones, and share the vision for the City of …

Dutchess County Community Meeting Thursday, March 26 | 6:00 PM 302A Mill St, Poughkeepsie, NY They’ve failed us — the politicians, the profiteers, the broken systems built to keep us down. But we’re not staying silent. We’re organizing. We’re fighting back. Join our Dutchess County Community Meeting to get to know your neighbors, learn about …

The Vassar College campus is facing a plague of invasive vines, which are outcompeting native plant species for resources and space. In an effort to mitigate the impact of these vines, the Vassar Preserve is collaborating with the Office of Sustainability, Vassar Residential Life, and the Grounds Department to organize a student workday, during which students …

Test your farm smarts and learn something new with fun rounds of trivia rooted in real work from our fields, classrooms, and community food programs 🌱. Hosted by our Farmer Katie - come grab a drink, play some trivia, and hang out with us before the season starts. We’ll share a meal pot luck-style! Join …

Saturday, March 28, 2026, 10 am – 3 pm Dutchess Community College, Falcon Hall Free admission. No registration required. View the Authors & Illustrators Meet and greet authors and illustrators (covering reading ages from preschool to 8th grade) and take your picture with your favorite costumed book characters. Books will be available to purchase (cash …

Join the Poughkeepsie Farm Project for the first community harvest of the season, Saturday, March 28th from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM! Community harvests are FREE and OPEN TO ALL, no questions asked. Harvest as much from our winter greens as you choose; any extra harvest will be donated to our community partners. Meet at …