ONGOING: SAUGERTIES FARMERS MARKET Saturdays 9 AM to 1 PM through October 16. Main Street, 9W. SAUGERTIESFARMERSMARKET.com 845-246-9371

AUGUST 6,20: UP THE CREEK. Sunset paddle on the Rondout Creek. Explore the wildlife and history of the Rondout, including the barges and bridges. Programs include guided tour, kayak, life vest and paddle. Call ahead early for reservations!! Fee charged. 6:00 pm. MARITIME MUSEUM 845-331-1682, ext 7336

AUGUST 7,13: GOOD MORNING PADDLE: PADDLE THE HUDSON RIVER. Wildlife abounds during these paddles. Programs include guided tour, kayak, life vest and paddle. Call ahead early for reservations! Fee charged. 9:00am. KINGSTON POINT BEACH 845-331- 1682, ext 7336

AUGUST 7,14: HUDSON RIVER SUNSET PADDLE. View sunsets and wildlife on this tour. Great for those looking to get their feet wet and enjoy the river at its best. Programs include guided tour, kayak, life vest and paddle. Call ahead early for reservations! Fee charged. 6:00 pm. KINGSTON POINT BEACH 845-331-1682, ext 7336

AUGUST 1 – SEPTEMBER 5 “THE PALATINE SPIRIT” Members of the Saugerties Artists Studio Tour community will join with the Saugerties Historic Society in celebrating 300 year of Palatine history through the creation of artwork that focuses on the Palatine’s who settled in the Hudson River Valley area. Through artistic interpretation, we hope to bring some of the traits commonly found among hard working immigrants: strength, tolerance and a steadfast spirit. Each artist’s work will reflect their unique style and choice of media for this project. Original and unpredictable and a show not to be missed. KIERSTED HOUSE, Main St., Saugerties, NY

AUGUST 2: ESOPUS CREEK KAYAK TOUR. Paddle the urban jungle that is Kingston’s Esopus Creek. This intimate experience opens up a new appreciation of nature in the city. Programs include guided tour, kayak, life vest and paddle. Call ahead early for reservations! Fee charged. 10:00am. FORSYTH NATURE CENTER, Kingston, NY 845-331-1682, ext 7336 forsythnaturecenter.org

AUGUST 3: NY HORSE & PONY SHOW. (VI) HITS, Inc. | 319 Main St., Saugerties, NY. info@HitsShows.com HitsShows.com

AUGUST 4-8: HITS-ON-THE-HUDSON VII. HITS, Inc. 319 Main St., Saugerties, NY. info@HitsShows.com | HitsShows.com

AUGUST 5: TURTLE TALK. Painted, wood, snapping and box, learning about turtles! Compare aquatic, terrestrial turtles and tortoises; examination of anatomy, behaviors, adaptations and habitats of turtles. Free. 3:30pm. FORSYTH NATURE CENTER, Kingston, NY 845-331-1682, ext 7336 forsythnaturecenter.org

AUGUST 6: JOHN SCOFIELD/JOE LOVANO QUARTET. Belleayre Jazz Club in the Lodge. Fee charged. 8 pm Belleayre Music Festival, BELLEAYRE MOUNTAIN, Highmount NY 800 942-6904 ext. 1344 or 845 254-5600 ext. 1344; e-mail festival@catskill.net www.belleayremusic.org

AUGUST 7: YOUNG PEOPLE’S CONCERT. Garry Kvistad and Bill Cahn, percussion (from the NEXUS Ensemble) A Day in George Washington’s Camp. 11 am. MAVERICK CONCERTS, 120 Maverick Rd, Woodstock, NY. http://maverickconcerts.org/

AUGUST 7: OPUS TWO AMERICAN SPIRITS. Copland: Sonata for Violin and Piano, John Corigliano: Sonata for Violin and Piano, Robert Starer: Duo for Violin and Piano, Leonard Bernstein. arr. Eric Stern: Four Moments from Candide. 6 pm. . MAVERICK CONCERTS, 120 Maverick Rd, Woodstock, NY. http://maverickconcerts.org/

AUGUST 7:PATTI AUSTIN. FOR ELLA. 8PM. BELLEAYRE MOUNTAIN, Highmount NY 800 942-6904 ext. 1344 or 845 254- 5600 ext. 1344; e-mail festival@catskill.net www.belleayremusic.org

AUGUST 8: MIRÓ QUARTET. Beethoven: String Quartet in F Minor, Op. 95, “Quartetto Serioso” Philip Glass: String Quartet No. 5, Schubert: String Quartet in G Major, D. 887. 4 pm. MAVERICK CONCERTS, 120 Maverick Rd, Woodstock, NY. http://maverickconcerts.org

AUGUST 13 – 15: FIRST ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE VOICE. “Tubing Mecca” to hear joyous sounds Catskill Park has to offer. Friday night “Opera in the Park” Series at Parish Field in Phoenicia boasts stars from the Metropolitan Opera. PARISH FIELD, Route 28 Phoenicia, NY. 888 214-3063

AUGUST 14: A SALUTE TO SAMUEL BARBER AT 100. Maria Jette, soprano; Alan Murchie, piano. Gay Life: Barber, Schumann, and the, New York Art-Song Tradition, Schumann: Six Lenau-Songs and a Requiem on an Old Catholic Poem, Op. 90, Barber: Nocturne (Homage to John Field); Songs, Opp. 10 and 13, Songs of Copland, Griffes, Rorem, Virgil Thomson, and Russell Platt. 6 pm. MAVERICK CONCERTS, 120 Maverick Rd, Woodstock, NY. http://maverickconcerts.org/

AUGUST 14:AMERICA: THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR. 8PM. BELLEAYRE MOUNTAIN, Highmount NY 800 942-6904 ext. 1344 or 845 254-5600 ext. 1344; e-mail festival@catskill.net

AUGUST 14: “FIDDLE & DANCE” DANCE/CONCERT WITH JAY UNGAR & MOLLY MASON. Fee charged. . Free beginners workshop at 7 pm. Cajun Dancing with Red Stick Ramblers at 9:30 pm. Music and dance throughout. All dance levels welcome or just come listen. 8 pm Dinner available 6 - 8 pm., overnight camping packages. ASHOKAN CENTER, 477 Beaverkill Road, Olivebridge, NY 845 657-8333 www.AshokanCenter.org.

AUGUST 14-15: SAUGERTIES’ EIGHTH ANNUAL ARTISTS STUDIO TOUR. More than 40 Saugerties professional artists working in a variety of media such as painting, printmaking, collage, photography, ceramics, fine furniture, mixed media, sculpture and more, will be opening their studios to the public during Saugerties’ Eighth Annual Artists Studio Tour. Maps available at the SAUGERTIES TOURIST INFORMATION BOOTH located on Rte. 212 across from the Northbound NYS Thruway entrance and Smith Hardware, 227 Main St., all in Saugerties, as well as other area business locations. Preview the artists and their work by visiting10am to 6pm 845-246-7493 www.saugertiesarttour.com.

AUGUST 15: A SALUTE TO SAMUEL BARBER AT 100: AN AMERICAN ROMANTIC. Amernet String Quartet, with Michael Chioldi, baritone, Barber: String Quartet in B Minor, Op. 11, Barber: Dover Beach, Op. 3, Dvor(ák: String Quartet No. 14 in A Flat Major, Op. 105 4 pm. MAVERICK CONCERTS, 120 Maverick Rd, Woodstock, NY. http://maverickconcerts.org/

AUGUST 21: ’50S DANCE PARTY: “THE DAY THE MUSIC DIED” Music of Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper and Richie Valens. Fee charged. Belleayre Music Festival 8 pm BELLEAYRE MOUNTAIN, Highmount NY. 800 942-6904 ext. 1344 or 845 254-5600 ext. 1344 festival@catskill.net www.belleayremusic.org

AUGUST 21: HURLEY CORN FESTIVAL. Craft vendors, food, children’s activities, craft demonstrations, and cooking contest. 10 AM - 4 PM rain or shine. Fee charged. 845-339-4758 or the Museum 845-338-1661 HURLEY REFORMED CHURCH, 11 Main St., Hurley. NY

AUGUST 22: GUIDED WALKING TOUR. Tour of Main Street. Starting at HURLEY HERITAGE MUSEUM (52 Main St.) 2:00 PM rain or shine. Fee charged. 845-331-8852 or the Museum 845-338-1661

AUGUST 22: EBÈNE QUARTET OF PARIS. A Maverick Debut. Mozart: Divertimento in D Major, K. 136, Debussy: String Quartet Beethoven: Quartet in C Sharp Minor, Op. 131. 4 pm MAVERICK CONCERTS, 120 Maverick Rd, Woodstock, NY. http://maverickconcerts.org/

AUGUST 22 – 29: FAMILY CAMP. Bring your bikes, flashlights, and guitars and join the tradition of coming to summer camp every year - Family Camp. All ages and sizes welcome and one size fits all. FROST VALLEY, Claryville, NY (845) 985-2291 webinfo@frostvalley.org.

AUGUST 28: BELLEAYRE FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA: ROSSINI’S CINDERELLA. 8PM. BELLEAYRE MOUNTAIN, Highmount NY 800 942-6904 ext. 1344 or 845 254-5600 ext. 1344; email festival@catskill.net

AUGUST 28: 7TH ANNUAL SHANDAKEN DAY. A great event for the family, everything that the Town of Shandaken has to offer, from recreational activities to craft vendors to historic tours. Our “Shandaken Cup” Tug-O-War is always a crowd pleaser with our volunteer services battling it out. Kids Games (Sack Races, Watermelon Eating Contest, etc.,). The Awards ceremony honors some very deserving folks. Free. 10 am - 6 pm. Sponsored by the Town of Shandaken. GLENBROOK PARK, Route 42, Shandaken, NY. www.shandaken.us.

AUGUST 28: JOEL FAN, PIANO. The Maverick Chamber Players, Alexander Platt, conductor; Daron Hagen, composer in residence • Hagen, Barber, Chopin: A Trio of Anniversaries Chopin: Piano Sonata in B Flat Minor, “Funeral March” Barber: Piano Sonata, Op. 26 Daron Hagen: Seven Last Words, concerto for piano left-hand and orchestra (2001): World première of the chamber orchestra version 6 pm MAVERICK CONCERTS, 120 Maverick Rd, Woodstock, NY. http://maverickconcerts.org/

AUGUST 28: ENCAMPMENT OF THE THIRD REGIMENT OF THE ULSTER COUNTY MILITIA. On Museum grounds (52 MAIN ST., HURLEY, NY) 10 AM - 4 PM. Museum and shop open. Admission: free. 845-331-8852 or the Museum 845-338-1661 HHs1661@HurleyHeritageSociety.org

AUGUST 29: BORROMEO STRING QUARTET; JUDITH GORDON, PIANO. A Salute to Samuel Barber at 100 Barber: Adagio for Strings James Matheson: Piano Quintet (World première) Gunther Schuller: Adagio for Strings Beethoven: String Quartet in C Major, Op. 59, No. 3, “Razumovsky” 4 PM. MAVERICK CONCERTS, 120 Maverick Rd, Woodstock, NY. http://maverickconcerts.org/

AUGUST 29:CHILDREN’S FREE OPERA THEATRE: THREE LITTLE PIGS. . 1PM. BELLEAYRE MOUNTAIN, Highmount NY 800 942-6904 ext. 1344 or 845 254-5600 ext. 1344; email festival@catskill.net

SEPTEMBER 1-5: HITS-ON-THE-HUDSON VIII. HITS, Inc. |HITS 319 Main St., Saugerties, NY. info@HitsShows.com HitsShows.com

SEPTEMBER 4: NEW ORLEANS FAVORITE SONS: THE AARON NEVILLE QUINTET. FEATURING CHARLES NEVILLE. 8PM. BELLEAYRE MOUNTAIN, Highmount NY 800 942-6904 ext. 1344 or 845 254-5600 ext. 1344; e-mail festival@catskill.net

SEPTEMBER 8 - 11: HITS ON THE HUDSON VIII. HITS, 319 Main St., Saugerties, NY 845-246-8833. HitsShows.com

SEPTEMBER 11: TOWN OF OLIVE DAY DAVIS PARK, Watson Hollow Rd, West Shokan; Free; 845-657-8674. A terrific day of country fun for the whole family with frog jumping contest, 5K run, craft vendors, live music, food booths and an array of free children’s activities. 10:00am - 4:00pm

SEPTEMBER 12: 20TH ANNUAL TASTE OF NEW PALTZ Enjoy food, wine and beer tastings from the very best establishments in the region, arts and crafts, live music and a kids’ expo. 11:00am - 5:00pm ULSTER COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS, 249 Libertyville Road 845 255- 0243; info@newpaltzchamber.org www.newpaltzchamber.org

SEPTEMBER 12: DACHSHUND PLAYGROUP A FREE monthly to bimonthly meeting of dachshunds, their humans and other small dogs that are friendly with dachshunds in a welcoming, safe, indoor place. 12:00pm - 1:30pm SKATE TIME 209, 5164 Rt. 209 (at Mettacahonts Rd), Accord NY 12404; 845 626-797; www.skatetime209.com

SEPTEMBER 12: BOWLING FOR BRAINS Please join us for the 1^st Annual “Bowling for Brains” Fundraiser event for The Brain Aneurysm Foundation! Show your support while bowling, entering in raffles and having fun with the family! 4:00pm - 6:00pm Located at HOEBOWL ON THE HILL (East Chester Street By-Pass Rt 9W)www.bafound.org. Contact for tickets: Heidi 845-417-1711, Heidiferry@gmail.com

SEPTEMBER 12: PFIZER $1 MILLION GRAND PRIX. World’s Richest Grand Prix at 1:30pm and live musical performance by music by legend John Fogerty. HITS, 39 Main St., Saugerties, NY. 845-246-8833. www.HitsShows.com

SEPTEMBER 18: WORKING ON WATER BOAT TOUR: A Celebration of the Working Hudson River. Reservations for rides MUST be made in advance by going to website. Sat. - 12:00pm - Sun, - 6:00pm HISTORIC KINGSTON WATERFRONT MUSEUM, 110 East Strand, Kingston; info@workingonwater.org; www.workingonwater.org/schedule. Free rides and tours on historic Hudson River Workboats.

SEPTEMBER 23: LECTURE AT HURLEY REFORMED CHURCH 11 Main Street, Hurley. Lecture topic: “Capitol Hauntings” presented by Stuart W. Lehman. 7:30pm Admission free. Refreshments served. HURLEY REFORMED CHURCH 11 Main Street, Hurley

SEPTEMBER 25: RONDOUT NATIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT WALKING TOUR Guided tour of Kingston’s historic waterfront area that rose as a prosperous maritime village in the 19th century. Uphill walking involved. 11:00am Adult $5; child under 16, $2. Departs from KINGSTON HERITAGE AREA VISITORS CENTER, 20 Broadway. Offered by Friends of historic Kingston. 845-339-0720; www.fohk.org.

SEPTEMBER 25: APPLE FESTIVAL Homemade apple pies, baked goods, lunch, cider, handmade crafts, books and roast beef dinner; 11:30am - 7:00pm Town of Esopus United Methodist Church, Corner of West Main & Green Streets, PORT EWEN NY; 845 338-0356; toeumc@yahoo.com; www.gbgm-umc.org/toeumc

SEPTEMBER 26: DACHSHUND PLAYGROUP. A FREE monthly to bimonthly meeting of dachshunds, their humans and other small dogs that are friendly with dachshunds in a welcoming, safe, indoor place. 12:00pm - 1:30pm SKATE TIME 209, 5164 Rt. 209 (at Mettacahonts Rd), Accord NY 12404; 845 626-797; www.skatetime209.com

OCTOBER 2: HUDSON VALLEY PHILHARMONIC I GOLD MEDALIST. 8:00pm at BARDAVON. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401

OCTOBER 9: DAS RHEINGOLD 1:00pm at BARDAVON. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401

OCTOBER 23: BORIS GODUNOV 12:00pm at BARDAVON. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401

OCTOBER 24: JOAN BAEZ 7:00pm at BARDAVON. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401

OCTOBER 24: GUIDED WALKING TOUR Main Street starting at HURLEY HERITAGE MUSEUM (52 Main Street) rain or shine. 2:00pm Admission: adults $5, children under 12 free. For information call 845-331-8852 or the Museum.

OCTOBER 24: DACHSHUND PLAYGROUP FREE monthly to bimonthly meeting of dachshunds, their humans and other small dogs that are friendly with dachshunds in a welcoming, safe, indoor place. 12:00pm - 1:30pm SKATE TIME 209, 5164 Rt. 209 (at Mettacahonts Rd), Accord NY 12404; 845 626-797; www.skatetime209.com

OCTOBER 29: GHOST WALK MAIN STREET, HURLEY and the cemetery. Rain date October 30th. Admission: $10. Refreshments served. 7:00pm - 9:00pm For reservations call 845-339-6729.

OCTOBER 30: RONDOUT NATIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT WALKING TOUR Guided tour of Kingston’s historic waterfront area that rose as a prosperous maritime village in the 19th century. Uphill walking involved. 11:00am Adult $5; child under 16, $2. Departs from KINGSTON HERITAGE AREA VISITORS CENTER, 20 BROADWAY. Offered by Friends of historic Kingston lasr Saturday of the month may-October or by appointment. 845-339-0720; www.fohk.org.

OCTOBER 26: LEO LIONNI’S SWIMMY, FREDERICK, & INCH BY INCH 10:00am, 12:00pm at BARDAVON. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401

OCTOBER 27: LEO LIONNI’S SWIMMY, FREDERICK, & INCH BY INCH 10:00am, 12:30pm at UPAC. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401

OCTOBER 29: BUDDY GUY at UPAC. 8:00pm. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401

OCTOBER 31: HOWL-O-WEENER FREE Halloween Party for dachshunds, their humans and other small dogs that are friendly with dachshunds in a welcoming, safe, indoor place. Bring yourself and your dachshund in costume to this fun, annual holiday celebration! 12:00pm - 1:30pm SKATE TIME 209, 5164 Rt. 209 (at Mettacahonts Rd), Accord NY 12404; 845 626-797; www.skatetime209.com

NOVEMBER 12: LAKOTA SIOUX INDIAN DANCE THEATRE 10:00am, 12:00pm at BARDAVON. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401

NOVEMBER 12: LAKOTA SIOUX INDIAN DANCE THEATRE 10:00am, 12:00pm at BARDAVON. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401

NOVEMBER 13: DON PASQUALE 1:00pm at BARDAVON. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401

NOVEMBER 14: PINK MARTINI 7:00pm at UPAC. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401

NOVEMBER 21: HUDSON VALLEY PHILHARMONIC II PRODIGIES 8:00pm at BARDAVON. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401

NOVEMBER 21: ANTHONY BOURDAIN 5:00pm at UPAC. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401

DECEMBER 9, 10: THE NUTCRACKER (DAYTIME) 9:45am, 12:00pm at BARDAVON. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401

DECEMBER 18: ENCORE PRESENTATION THE MET LIVE IN HD: DON CARLO. 12:30pm at UPAC. For further information, please visit: www.bardavon.org or www.upac.org. ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS, CENTER 601 Broadway, Kingston, New York 12401