An Afghan Culture & History Primer: Helping the Hudson Valley to Welcome Refugees (virtual)
On Sunday, February 27, join The Reher Center for Immigrant Culture and History and Sina Baha and Khadija Ghanizada to learn about Afghan culture and history, and to hear first-hand some of the challenges Afghan newcomers face in the Hudson Valley. Over the past few months, several dozen Afghan refugees have settled in the Hudson …
Meeting New York’s Ambitious Climate Goals: Conflict, Compromise, and NIMBY in Renewable Energy Siting (virtual)
10th Annual Woodstock Land Conservancy Film & Discussion Series Hosted by Scenic Hudson. Register here! In 2019, NYS passed the most ambitious, hopeful, and solution-oriented legislation in the country to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. By 2030, 70% of our electricity must come from renewables. In our part of the Hudson Valley, this means solar farms. …
Women In Science: Turning Data into Action with Tracy Brown (virtual)
Hear about ways that scientists and advocates are working together to bring about a cleaner environment while letting data tell the story. See examples of pollution reduction and conservation investments that were spurred by water quality monitoring. Explore data-based storytelling tools that connect with the public, elected officials, and resource managers to increase understanding of …
Open to Love Poetry Night (in person)
Reason and Ruckus 305 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, New YorkVisit Reason and Ruckus to listen to poetry about love, acceptance, and vulnerability - all are welcome to participate! Reconnect Foods will be serving delicious eats!
Talk on the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (virtual)
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension and Dr. Chad Wall, Field Veterinarian for NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets, to learn about the current outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, the threat it poses to NYS poultry production, and how we can protect our birds and stop the spread. This event is for Small Production Flocks as …
Understanding Antiracism as Collecting Organizations (virtual)
This program hosted by the Documentary Heritage & Preservation Services for New York, will cover the very basics of what antiracism is, how we talk about it, its history, and how we can use the principles of antiracism to create more robust and engaging organizations. This webinar will include large group learning and discussion, building …
No Way to Grow Up: A conversation with students and teachers about COVID and schools (virtual)
In this virtual conversation, students and educators will talk about learning loss and social isolation, the future of education, and what it’s like coming of age amid the cascading crises facing young people today. Register here! Speakers include: Dr. Karla Vermeulen, associate professor of psychology and deputy director of the Institute for Disaster Mental Health …
“High Contrast” International Juried Exhibition Opening Reception (in person)
Poughkeepsie Trolley Barn 489 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NYThe "High Contrast" International Juried Exhibition opening reception will be exhibited at the Trolley Barn Gallery in Poughkeepsie at 489 Main Street, an industrial gallery space and the hub for the area’s thriving arts scene. This exhibition came together with the hard work of a team of youth jurors from Poughkeepsie, and guest juror, Alexis …
“Emerging” Exhibition Reception (in person)
Womenswork.Art 4 South Clinton Street, Poughkeepsie, NYWomensWork.Art is kicking off their 2022 exhibitions with "Emerging", a group exhibition featuring emerging/college student artists. Exhibition Dates: March 4-April 23 Opening Reception: March 12, 2-6pm (rescheduled from March 5) Gallery Hours: Fridays- Saturdays 2-6pm, and by appointment during the week This exhibition will also be available to view online. See less
Hidden in the Archives: Stories of New York’s Forgotten Female Figures (virtual)
The New York State Archives Partnership Trust invites you to learn about NY's forgotten female figures. Though the stories of several prominent historical female figures have been explored, many more stories of everyday women whose impact on government, civil rights, labor, education, and war exist. Hear accounts about some of these interesting, lesser-known 19th century …