Dutchess County Tourism Events in the Spotlight

Spotlight events news feed from Dutchess County Tourism in the New York Hudson Valley Region

"I LOVE NY" Short Film Competition

Filmmakers - professional, student, or amateur - here's your chance to tell the world why you love New York, with your work judged by a star-studded celebrity panel. The inaugural “I LOVE NY” Short Film Competition invites filmmakers to produce their own 60-second short film illustrating why they love New York.

Publication Date: 23 Jun 2008

Ham Radio Operators Show off Emergency Communications at Community Day

Thousands of Ham Radio operators nationwide show off their emergency capabilities Saturday and Sunday, June 28 & 29. The Field Day demo will be held during the Town of Poughkeepsie's annual Community Day festival at Bowdoin Park on Sheafe Road. Over the past year, ham radio operators provided critical communications in emergencies including the California wildfires, Oregon and Michigan storms, tornadoes and other international events. When trouble is brewing, ham radio people are often the first to provide critical information and communications.

Publication Date: 23 Jun 2008

Writers Reading From Their Work

Maple Grove is hosting a series called “Words, Words, Words,” which features Hudson Valley authors reading from their works. The events are open to the public and are held from 3-5pm in the first floor rooms of Maple Grove. Lemonade will be served on the porch after the readings, and copies of the authors’ books will be available for purchase. These events are free, but a donation towards the Maple Grove Restoration fund is appreciated.

Publication Date: 20 Jun 2008

Crafts at Rhinebeck

It’s that time of year again! Crafts at Rhinebeck fills the Dutchess County Fairgrounds with arts and crafts on June 21st and 22nd. The lovely, landscaped Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck are the site for the Northeast’s premier arts and crafts show. For more than 30 years, the juried show has attracted only the finest artists and craftspeople nationwide.

Publication Date: 19 Jun 2008

Cole Palen’s Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum

Ever dream of seeing the Hudson Valley from a bird’s eye view? Now you can! Thanks to Cole Palen’s Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, take flight in a biplane, in addition to visiting the aviation museum and watching the spectacular air shows. Open cockpit biplane rides are scheduled by appointment, and are $65 per person. Antique automobile rides around the grounds are now offered as well during weekend shows.

Publication Date: 19 Jun 2008

Summer Concerts Series

Great music and a warm neighborhood feeling awaits your arrival in our towns and villages. Don't forget the lawn chairs, blankets and picnic baskets. And it's all free!

Publication Date: 14 Jun 2008

Hudson Valley Renegades: Play Ball!

The Hudson Valley Renegades, our Class-A minor league baseball team, has exciting games and promotions slated all summer long! The Renegades kick off their HV Renegades 2008 season on Tuesday, June 17 with their own “New Year’s Celebration” at 7:05pm. Fans attending opening night are treated to all the hoopla surrounding a typical New Year’s celebration, but with a little Renegades twist. Don't leave early, because fans staying until the end will be astonished by an amazing fireworks show.

Publication Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2008 15:18:32 GMT

Summer Getaway: 20% off Amtrak, 5% off Enterprise

Visitors can enjoy a 20% discount on Amtrak to NYS destinations. Enterprise will pick travelers up at the station and they'll save an additional 5% on a rental car! Metro-North riders can also save 5% with the Enterprise/Metro-North discount.

Publication Date: Mon, 09 Jun 2008 17:48:45 GMT

Jazz Vocalist Brings Her Band and Sultry Style to the Bardavon

The Bardavon presents the exceptional jazz stylist, Madeleine Peyroux, with her band on Friday, June 27 at 8pm. Opening for Peyroux is 1940s gospel and R&B legend, Marie Knight. Madeleine Peyroux is an American jazz singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Peyroux (pronounced 'Peru') is noted for her distinctive vocal style, which has been compared to that of Billie Holiday.

Publication Date: Fri, 06 Jun 2008 13:37:54 GMT

Roosevelt Ride: Free Shuttle in Service

Don’t let your lack of transportation stop you from visiting some of Dutchess County’s premier historical sites. The National Park Service (NPS) is once again running a shuttle from Poughkeepsie’s Metro-North train station to Hyde Park, NY. Visit the FD Roosevelt Home, Presidential Library & Museum; Eleanor Roosevelt’s Val-Kill; and FDR's retreat Top Cottage.

Publication Date: Mon, 19 May 2008 13:46:49 GMT

Tivoli Artists Co-op Fourth Annual Landscape Show, Tivoli NY

Tivoli Artists Co-op announces the Fourth Annual Landscape Show, from June 20 to July 13, 2008. You're invited to meet many of the artists at the opening reception on Saturday, June 21 from 6:30-8pm, with a demonstration of "en Plein Air" painting by artist Richard Lisle from 5-6:30pm. The show features landscapes in all mediums by Tivoli Artist Co-op members. It's a terrific chance to see work inspired by nature from around the region.

Publication Date: Mon, 19 May 2008 13:47:29 GMT

A Burgundian Afternoon in Millbrook, NY

The best of the Burgundy lifestyle (pinot noir, aged cheese, and fresh hearty bread) is now available at Oak Summit Vineyard. Sit and savor some Hudson River region, estate bottled, pinot noir. This multi-award winning wine has consistently been chosen best pinot noir in the Hudson valley. It is refined, with an elegant finesse, and has delightful flavors of cherry, raspberry and cassis.

Publication Date: Mon, 19 May 2008 13:47:54 GMT

Omega Institute Reopens for Season

New York State's magnificent Hudson River Valley is widely recognized for its scenic landscapes, arts and culture, and historical significance, making it one of the most sought after vacation destinations in the country. Each year, more than 16,000 people visit Omega Institute’s 195-acre Rhinebeck. NY campus for restoration, inspiration, and fun. Omega’s campus reopens this week, with more than 325 educational programs planned from April through October.

Publication Date: Mon, 19 May 2008 13:48:18 GMT

Powerhouse Theatre Unveils New Pieces This Summer

The Powerhouse Theatre opens its doors for their 24th season, with many new and exciting shows debuting. This 2008 season includes new musicals, plays, and comedy acts by some of America’s most well renowned artists and actors. The Powerhouse Theatre season, at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, NY runs from June 27 through August 3.

Publication Date: Mon, 19 May 2008 13:48:52 GMT

Hyde Park Heritage Greenway Trail Expands

Hike the new, recently added path, of the Hyde Park NY Heritage Greenway Trail. The new trail easement was donated by The Anderson Center for Autism and opened in early November. This new walkway establishes a trail for public use along the Hudson River, linking the Vanderbilt National Historic Site to Norrie Point State Park. On top of this, the pathway grants 2,400 feet of new trail access through school property.

Publication Date: Mon, 19 May 2008 13:49:30 GMT

The Garden Conservancy Saves More than Gardens in Dutchess County ,NY

The Garden Conservancy is cleaning up the environment in new and improved ways. In addition to opening private gardens to the public, they've changed their method of printing the Open Days Program for the upcoming season. The new printing process includes the use of Forest Stewardship Council-certified paper, vegetable dye-based inks, and 100% wind power.

Publication Date: Mon, 19 May 2008 13:52:22 GMT

Vassar College Film Series

The Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center at Vassar College, Poughkeepsie NY holds a weekly outdoor film series every Thursday evening from March 27 to June 5. The films shown exemplify brilliant works that span several decades.The weekly outdoor films are shown on the campus lawn alongside the Art Center beginning at 7:30pm.

Publication Date: Mon, 19 May 2008 13:52:55 GMT