Celebrating Black History Month (virtual)

Dutchess County Government is sponsoring a free virtual presentation by the Dutchess County Historical Society on Thursday, Feb. 23rd, at 7 p.m. to celebrate Black History Month and discuss a new project that celebrates the achievements and legacy of African Americans for our local community.  Since the 1990s, groups of dedicated historians and community activists have worked

Free

State of the City Address (in person)

The Academy 33 Academy Street, Poughkeepsie, New York

Mayor Marc Nelson will deliver his State of the City address at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 29 at The Academy, 33 Academy St., Poughkeepsie. The public is invited to attend. Please RSVP by Tuesday, March 21 to Allyson Smith at ASmith@cityofpoughkeepsie.com. In his State of the City address, Mayor Nelson will provide updates on key initiatives,

Free

Spring Fest 2023

Vassar College - Joss Beach 124 Raymond Ave, Poughkeepsie, New York
Free

Waking Up the Garden Workshop// Taller “Despertando El Jardín” (in person)

Poughkeepsie Farm Project 51 Farm Lane, Poughkeepsie, New York

Join the PFP for waking up the garden and starting seeds and seedlings! April 26 4:30 - 6 PM @ PFP, 51 Vassar Farm Lane, Poughkeepsie NY In this HANDS-ON workshop, we will be deciding what you are going to plant, and learning what seeds go in the ground directly or what gets started inside

LGBTQIA+ Bystander Intervention Training

Join the Commission on Human Rights' next virtual Bystander Intervention Training this Monday, May 22nd from 12pm-1:30pm. The training will teach people tools to safely intervene if they witness LGBTQIA+ harassment using five intervention strategies. Click here to register. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.