City of Poughkeepsie Common Council Public Hearing (virtual)
City of Poughkeepsie Common Council is receiving comments on the proposed introductory Local Law, entitled “Local Law Amending Section 18 1/2 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Poughkeepsie, New York”; Local Waterfront Redevelopment Program. Register here!
“I Have a Dream” Speech Writing
Join the United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region as we write our own "I Have a Dream" speeches via zoom. Preregistration required. Email kconstable@uwdor.org or call 845-471-1900 ext. 3106.
Town of Poughkeepsie Town Board Meeting (virtual)
Access the meeting here! Review the agenda here.
Screening of “Just Mercy” (virtual)
Watch the powerful true story about the Equal Justice Initiative. Preregistration required. Email kconstable@uwdor.org or call 845-471-1900 ext. 3106
Double Take International Juried Exhibition Opening (in person)
Poughkeepsie Trolley Barn 489 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NYThe Art Effect is excited to announce, Double Take International Juried Exhibition, taking place in the heart of the City of Poughkeepsie at the Trolley Barn Gallery with a public opening reception on January 21, 2022 from 5-7pm. Join us for a fun night of arts and culture with the artists and jurors from Double …
Free Open Studio Life Drawing (in person)
The Barrett Art Center 55 Noxon Street, Poughkeepsie, NYVisit The Barrett Art Center to view the exhibition, Body Beautiful III, and attend free open studio life drawing. Now in its third year, this show curated by Penny Dell, celebrates the human form while offering open studio life drawing to the community throughout the duration of the exhibition. Free Open Studio Life Drawing Dates are …
How to Talk with Family or Friends about beliefs Fueled by Misinformation (in-person)
Boardman Road Library Branch 141 Boadman Road, Poughkeepsie, NYA two-part series. Register for each one individually. Please note that masks are required for all in-person programs. January 22: Having the Tough Conversation January 29: Techniques for Navigating the Misinformation Landscape Do you have someone in your life who shares misinformation online or in person? How do you respond? These programs will help you …
Donation Organizing with the United Way (in person)
Assist the United Way with unpacking and organizing our donations which will be distributed throughout the community to families in need of essential items including diapers, clothing, and various household necessities. Preregistration required. Email kconstable@uwdor.org or call 845-471-1900 ext. 3106.