April 12: Catskill's 2nd Saturday Stroll. Come discover a whole new Main Street and enjoy some great shopping, fine dining, gallery hopping, and year round events. Village of Catskill, Catskill, NY, 12414. www.catskillny.org

April 12: "Saturday Studios" Hosted by the Catskill Gallery Association in Catskill, these evenings will promote the arts in the region, create a place to go, and a reason to go there. Network, look at art, have a good conversation. Mingle with an artist or a friend, listen to a discussion, expand your collection of art. It's life. It's spontaneous. And it's happening in Catskill! Main Street galleries will be open and receiving visitors and friends the third Saturday of every month. Many shops and restaurants will also be open. 6:00 pm. Main Street Galleries, Main Street, Catskill, NY, 12414 www.catskillgalleryassociation.com  

April 18: The Coryells in Concert. Legendary Guitarist Larry Coryell and Murali Coryell. Blues, jazz, rock & soul. Co-sponsored with the Hudson Opera House. Advanced ticket sales at Columbia Greene Community College and the following satellite sites: Chatham Bookstore, and Greene County Council on the Arts, Catskill. Telephone Sales: (518) 828-4181. www.mycommunitycollege.com. Columbia Greene Community College - Arts Center Theater, 4400 Route 23, Hudson, NY, 12534

April 26, 27: Tap New York. Craft breweries and brewpubs from across the state will be participating in the most prestigious beer and fine food event in New York. Admission to TAPSM New York includes your special souvenir tasting glass for trying out the over 90 beers representing many styles. You'll also get to sample gourmet foods, prepared by chefs from some of the area's best restaurants. www.huntermountain.com. Hunter Mountain Ski Bowl, Route 23A, Hunter, NY, 12442

April 26: Dedication of the Revolutionary War Heritage 1:00 pm. www.gchistory.org. Bronck Museum, Just off Route 9W, Coxsackie, NY, 12051

May 2: Catskill's 2nd Saturday Stroll. Shops, galleries and restaurants host special events and entertainment. Sponsored by the Heart of Catskill Association. Village of Catskill  www.catskillny.org.

May 2: "Saturday Studios". Hosted by the Catskill Gallery Association in Catskill, these evenings will promote the arts in the region, create a place to go, and a reason to go there. Network, look at art, have a good conversation. Mingle with an artist or a friend, listen to a discussion, expand your collection of art. It's life. It's spontaneous. And it's happening in Catskill! Main Street galleries will be open and receiving visitors and friends the third Saturday of every month. Many shops and restaurants will also be open. www.catskillgalleryassociation.com  

May 2: Garfield Moore & David Leighton in Concert. Spring & summer classics for the cello. Advanced ticket sales at the Columbia Greene Community College and the following satellite sites: Chatham Bookstore, and Greene County Council on the Arts, Catskill. Telephone sales: (518)828-4181. 8:00 pm.  Columbia Greene Community College - Arts Center Theater www.mycommunitycollege.com.

May 17: Corvette Spring Fling & Car Show. Enjoy a breathtaking tour through the hamlets of Maplecrest, Hunter, Lanesboro and Phoenicia to the Catskill Mountain Railroad. Enjoy a fabulous lunch while on tour. Please call for more information. Blackthorne Resort, 348 Sunside Road, East Durham, NY, 12423. www.blackthorneresort.com

May 24: Bronck Museum Opens for the Season. Special group tours and group tour rates are offered by prior arrangement. Open every Wed.-Friday 12-4pm, Sat., Mon., and Holidays 10-4pm. Sundays 1-4pm. www.gchistory.org. Bronck Museum, Just off Route 9W, Coxsackie, NY, 12051

May 24, 25: East Durham Irish Festival. Festival providing music for all ages from traditional to Celtic rock. Childrens rides & children's music tent. 10:30 am. Michael J. Quill Irish Cultural Center Festival Grounds, Route 145, East Durham, NY, 12423. www.east-durham.org

May 24: Windham Chamber Music Festival. Simone Dinnerstein, piano - solo recital. 8:00 pm. Windham Performing Arts Center, 5379 Main Street, Windham, NY, 12496. www.windhammusic.com

May 30, 31: LDST Mountain Jam Fest IV. Come to Mountain Jam to enjoy great music and the beautiful Northern Catskills at this 3 day outdoor festival. Featuring national recording artists and local bands, Mountain Jam Fest has quickly become one of the country's premier jam band festivals. All weather. On-site camping. For more information please visit tix@musictoday.com. Hunter Mountain, Route 23A, Hunter, NY, 12442. www.mountainjam.com

May 31: Antique Machinery & Agriculture Festival. Antique Machinery in open field display. Tractor pull and parade. Vendors, exhibits, entertainment and food. 8:00 am. Van Etten Farm, Saw Mill Road, New Baltimore, NY

May 31: Tannersville Duck Race & Festival. Rubber ducks will be released on the stream running through the village from Main Street to beside Rip Van Winkle Lake where the festival will be held with live music, craft vendors, food and family fun. You will find a wide range of crafts gifts and general merchandize along with traditional festival foods and surprises! Ducks can be adopted at businesses throughout the village. Free admission. In the event of heavy rain, the event will be held on Sunday, June 1st. 10:00 am Village of Tannersville - Gooseberry Creek & Rip Van Winkle Lake. www.mentgroup.com/events.htm

May 31, June 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27: East Durham Craftland Farmers Market. A variety of crafts and farmer's fresh produce from the local area - a true country event! Free admission. 11:00 am. Michael J. Quill Irish Culture & Sports Centre, Route 145, East Durham, NY, 12423

June 6, 7, 8: Reel Teens Festival. An international festival of films and videos made by teens from across America and around the world. $5/adults and free for teens. 7:00 pm. Catskill Mountain Foundation Movie Theater, Main Street/Route 23A, Hunter, NY. www.reelteens.org

June 7, 8: Round Top Senior Soccer Tournament. 40 teams competing from NY, CT, NJ and MA. 7:00 am. Riedlbauer's Resort, 43 Ravine Drive, Round Top, NY. www.reidlbauersresort.com

June 7, July 5: "Saturday Studios" Hosted by the Catskill Gallery Association in Catskill, these evenings will promote the arts in the region, create a place to go, and a reason to go there. Network, look at art, have a good conversation. Mingle with an artist or a friend, listen to a discussion, expand your collection of art. It's life. It's spontaneous. And it's happening in Catskill! Main Street galleries will be open and receiving visitors and friends the third Saturday of every month. Many shops and restaurants will also be open. 6:00 pm Main Street Galleries, Main Street, Catskill, NY, 12414. www.catskillgalleryassociation.com

June 8: Piano Recital: "The Most Wonderful Music" Directed by Barbara McGivney. 2:00 pm Admission: Free. Columbia Greene Community College - Performing Arts Center, 4400 Route 23, Hudson, NY, 12534. www.mycommunitycollege.com

June 13, 14, 15: Spring Run. Join in on this beautiful tour on motorcycles through the Catskills. Ride to the Rhinebeck Aerodrome and stop on the way for a roadside linch. Please call for more information. All day. Blackthorne Resort, 348 Sunside Road, East Durham, NY, 12423.  www.blackthorneresort.com

June 14, July 12: Catskill's 2nd Saturday Stroll. Shops, galleries and restaurants host events and entertainment. Sponsored by Heart of Catskill Association. Village of Catskill, Catskill, NY, 12414. www.catskillny.org

June 14: 3rd-Annual Friends of the Greenville Library Craft Fair. Over 50 vendors will fill the lawn offering everything from painted glass, leather goods, and handmade jewelry to one-of-a-kind pottery, woodcrafts and unique nostalgic gifts. Event will be held rain or shine. Free admission. 10:00 am. Library Lawn near the Intersections of Routes 32 & 81, Greenville, NY, 12083. www.mentgroup.com/events.htm

 June 15: Catskill Yard Sale Days. Catskill Village and Town wide yard sale day. Village and Town of Catskill, Catskill, NY, 12414

June 15: 11th Annual Cruisin' on the Mountaintop. Father's Day Antique and Classic Car Show Car show with vendors and automotive swap meet. Music and food. 10:00 am.  Village of Tannersville, Main Street, Tannersville, NY, 12485. www.tannersvilleny.net

June 20, 21, 22: Y Agility Dog Trials. Come and observe these incredible talented dogs as they maneuver an amazing & challenging agility course. 8:00 am Blackthorne Resort, 348 Sunside Road, East Durham, NY, 12423. www.blackthorneresort.com

June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26: Riverside Farmer's & Artisans Market. Fresh local fruits and vegetables, flowers, plants and more. Arts, crafts, vendors and music. 10:00 am. Historic Catskill Point, Main Street, Catskill, NY, 12414. www.Greenearts.org

June 21, 22: Round Top Bavarian Summer Fest. Rain or shine! Come join the fun with your family and enjoy great food, music and dance! Free parking and admission. On Saturday from 2-6pm enjoy Alpine Squeeze; plus the Frankfurters from 6-10pm. On Sunday from 1-4pm enjoy Henry Leschke; and Gregory and his band from 4-8pm. Riedlbauer's Resort, 57 Ravine Drive, Round Top, NY, 12473. www.RiedlbauersResort.com   

June 28: Windham Chamber Music Festival. Jennifer Frautschi playing violin and John Blacklow playing piano. 8:00 pm. Windham Performing Arts Center, 5379 Main Street, Windham, NY, 12496. www.windhammusic.com

June 29, July 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30: 27th Annual Market Days. Features local artisans and farmers. Vendors display a wide variety of items on the front lawn of the Cairo Elementary School Main Street, Cairo, NY, 12413. www.cairochamber.com

July 4: Independence Day Parade & Fireworks. The event kicks off with a parade through town that ends at Windham Mountain. The celebration continues with a fantastic outdoor BBQ and fireworks at dusk. Town of Windham, Windham, NY, 12496. www.windhamchamber.org

July 4: Music in the Park & 4th of July Fireworks. Fireworks following the concert. In case of inclement weather the concert will be moved indoors to the Warehouse Building at the Historic Catskill Point. Dutchmen's Landing, Main Street, Catskill, NY, 12414. www.welcometocatskill.com

July 5: Annual Windham Sand Castle & Sand Sculpture Event. A joy-filled art-learning activity and contest for children ages 4-18. Bring pails, shovels, smiles and imagination and be sure to wear your bathing suit! Prizes awarded to all contestants. Special sand castle building clinic for newcomers starting at 9:15am. Admission: Free. Raindate: July 6th. Sponsored by the Windham Arts Alliance. 9:30 am C.D. Lane Park, Route 56, Maplecrest, NY. www.windhamartsalliance.org

July 11: Music Under the Stars Featuring the Natural Gas Band. 6:30 pm, Free Admission. Angelo Canna Town Park, Mountain Avenue, Cairo, NY, 12413. www.cairochamber.com

July 12: Athens Street Festival. A fun filled family day! Food, crafts, live music, car show, parade and fireworks at dusk. Raindate: July 13th. 10:00 am Village of Athens, Athens, NY, 12015. www.athensstreetfestival.com

July 12: Hudson Athens Lighthouse Tour. Visitors to the lighthouse have access to the entire house. The tower offers a spectacular 360-degree view of the Hudson River and the Catskill Mountains. The tour may be accessed from Athens Riverfront Park and Hudson Waterfront Park, every 35 minutes. Tour starts at 11am Fee charged. Please call for reservations. 11:00 am www.HudsonAThensLighthouse.org

 July 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19: Catskill's Irish Arts Week. Summer school for Irish music, dance, and song with daily classes, lectures, concerts, dances and music sessions. Please call for admission cost. East Durham Vicinity, East Durham, NY 12423. www.east-durham.org

July 17, 18, 19, 20: Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival. Grey Fox is a four day outdoor music festival featuring award-winning bluegrass and acoustic music with performances on four stages, workshops, festive foods, craft & music vendors. This year featuring Hot Rize, David Grisman, Jerry Douglas, Red Knuckles, Sam Bush, Del McCoury, Tim O'Brien, Michael Cleveland, Gibson Brothers, Uncle Earl, The Greencards, Infamous Stringdusters, Red Stick Ramblers, Big Sandy plus many more. On site camping and day tickets available. Free day parking and shuttle. Camping opens at noon on Wednesday. Day gates open at 8am daily.  Walsh Farm, 141 Route 22, Oak Hill, NY, 12460, www.greyfoxbluegrass.com

July 19: 3rd Annual Mountaintop Summer Festival. This annual festival attracts vendors from across northeastern New York, including exquisite hand crafts and unique merchandize from custom jams and jellies to jewelry, hand-carved walking sticks, country and cottage-inspired decor and much more. Raindate is Saturday, July 20th. Free admission and free parking. Bear Creek Restaurant & Recreational Park, Route 23A & Route 214, Hunter, NY, 12442. www.mentgroup.com/events.htm or www.bearcreekrestaurant.com

July 19: Andy McGAnn Traditional Irish Music Festival. Day long concert with three stages focusing on traditional Irish music and dance. Fee charged. Michael J Quill Irish Cultural & Sports Centre Festival Grounds, Route 145, East Durham, NY, 12423. www.east-durham.org

July 19: Windham Chamber Music Festival Gala orchestra concert. Jorge Caballero on guitar and Robert Manno is conducting. Windham Performing Arts Center, 5379 Main Street, Windham, NY, 12496. www.windhammusic.com

July 20: Rip Van Winkle's Wacky Raft Race. Come join the excitement and enter your own wacky raft or just come to enjoy the day and cheer your favorite competitors. Start time 11am at the Riverfront Park in Athens. Finish line will be at Dutchmen's Landing located at the end of Main Street, Catskill. awards, food, vendors and live entertainment. for information on entering your own raft call 800-355-2287 or email tourism@discovergreene.com. www.greenetourism.com   

July 25, 26, 27: Northeast Vietnam Veterans Reunion. A gathering of Vietnam Veterans from all over the East Coast of the U.S. Join Color Guards, guest speakers, firing squads and bands at opening ceremonies. On Saturday the 28th there will be a Memorial Service at 12 noon at the Firehouse. Town of Freehold, Doman Road, Freehold, NY, 12431. www.nevietvets.us

July 25: Music Under the Stars. Featuring local musician Bobby Val. Free admission. Angelo Canna Town Park, Mountain Avenue, Cairo, NY, 12413. www.cairochamber.com

July 27: 5th Annual Antiques Appraisal Day. Several well-known appraisers will value your merchandise. Bring paintings, pottery, porcelain, glassware, jewelry, furniture, ephemera, etc. Sponsored by the Town of Hunter Chamber of Commerce. Tannersville Village Hall, Corner of Park Lane & Route 23A, Tannersville, NY, 12083

Museums and Other Attractions

All Arts Matter,

Greenville. 518-966-4038.

Art Awareness,

Lexington. 518-989-6433.

Bear Creek Landing Family Sport Complex,

Hunter. 518-263-3839.

Bronck house Museum,

Coxsackie 518-731-6490.

Catskill Gallery,

Catskill 518-943-3400

Catskill Game Farm,

Catskill, 518-678-9595.

Catskill Mountain Foundation,

Hunter. 518-263-4908

Catskill Mountain Wolf Center.

Cairo. 518-622-8013 swww.cmwc.org.

Coxsackie Council on the Arts,

518-731-2908

Durham Center Museum,

East Durham. 518-239-8461

Greene Council on the Arts,

P.O.B. 463, 398 Main St.,Catskill. 518-943-3400 www.greenearts.org.

Hudson River Art Workshop,

Greenville 518-966-5219