• Clay Workshop

    A.J. Williams-Myers African Roots Community Center 43 Gill Street, Kingston

    Joy as a Revolutionary Act: Polymer Clay In a world that tells us to always be moving, and pushing, and going, there is power in slowing down. In this workshop, we will make polymer clay art!! Clay to me feels very symbolic. It starts off hard, and with a little holding, and love, it softens

  • City of Poughkeepsie Local Planning Committee Meeting regarding the Poughkeepsie Downtown Revitalization Initiative

    City of Poughkeepsie City Hall 62 Civic Center Plaza - 3rd Floor - Council Chambers, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

    The City of Poughkeepsie was awarded $10 million in funding as the Mid-Hudson Region winner of the eighth round of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI). Poughkeepsie will begin the process of developing a Strategic Investment Plan to revitalize its downtown with up to $300,000 in planning funds from the $10 million DRI grant. A Local

  • CSA Weekly Vegetables at Poughkeepsie Farm Project (Every Tuesday)

    CSA is a SNAP is a USDA funded program that allows members to use their SNAP benefits to get a 50% discount on a CSA Vegetable Share from June-November. In addition to the weekly vegetables at distribution, and at no extra cost, all members have the opportunity for weekly Pick Your Own vegetables, flowers, and

  • Frederick Douglass Celebration: A Meeting with Kevin Douglass Greene

    Family Partnership Center 29 North Hamilton Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

    Event Details “No man can put a chain about the ankle of his fellow man without at last finding the other end fastened about his own neck.” – Frederick Douglass Legendary abolitionist and social reformer Frederick Douglass visited Poughkeepsie in 1858. This extraordinary man was the great-great-grandfather of Kevin Douglass Greene, who we are honored

  • The Rhythm of Nature – youth program

    Beatrix Farrand Garden 4097 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park, NY, United States

    This summer, the Beatrix Farrand Garden Association is launching a new free youth program called: The Rhythm of Nature A creative, garden-based series blending African drumming, mindfulness, movement, and environmental learning. Program Dates: Saturdays | July 12, July 26, August 2, August 23 Times: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM | Rain or Shine Includes lunch

  • Frederick Douglass Day

    College Hill Park 149 North Clinton Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

    The City of Poughkeepsie issued a Proclamation that August 2nd of 2021 will be Frederick Douglass Day. 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.

  • Caribbean Festival

    Waryas Park Waryas Park Promenade, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

    Hudson Valley Caribbean festival, Jerk + costume contest, music from The Big Takeover, and more! It’s going to be a night full of rhythm, soul, and nonstop good energy—you don’t want to miss it!  

  • La Guelaguetza 2025

    Waryas Park Waryas Park Promenade, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

    Celebrate and share Oaxaca’s culture, dance, music and flavors. Join us at this gathering full of tradition, joy and community. We are waiting for you to enjoy an unforgettable day together! A free, family-friendly event, full of culture, taste and traditions. Rain or shine. Alcohol is not allowed. Come with your family and friends to