Have you looked through the Hudson Senior Center’s new website? If not, check it out here! You’ll find plenty of programs, such as the recent meeting with Hudson Police Chief Moore , talking about scams that target local residents. Chief Moore explained common scams, such as contractors who do not complete the work and ask…
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Little Free Libraries Celebrates Women’s History Month
Hudson Little Free Libraries is celebrating Women’s History Month with the addition of some new books scattered throughout our three libraries around town. A Voice named Aretha Hidden Figures50 Women in Sports50 Women in ArtShe PersistedWho was Ida B Wells?Who is Greta Thunberg?Who was Dr Mae JemisonLegacyWomen Poets of the Harlem Renaissance. Take a book….
Oakdale Plunge 2018-2021
It was 2017, after a Bed Race, Lance Wheeler pulled me aside and whispered, “I have an idea for you. People jump into the cold water raise money.” I thought to myself, ‘Gee, thanks, Lance. That’s exactly what I wanted to do, organize an event in the middle of winter, in the cold water…’ I…
What’s REALLY at the Hudson Winter Market?
Wintertime pandemic blues?Don’t know what to do?Come to the Hudson Farmers’ Market!Saturdays201 Harry Howard Blvd10am-1pm The Hudson Farmers’ Market is more than just a place to get local produce – it’s the “Town Square” – you can see some friends, find out the latest gossip, and buy some apples. In these winter months, the Hudson…
Snowy Days
Well, I’ll be honest with you, Hudson. Writing an event-based blog in the middle of February, during a pandemic, does have its challenges in finding content! This week, I got lucky! Sam J. Miller was up here and I had a chance to meet and talk with him about his latest Hudson-based book, The Blade…
Oakdale Plunge supports Dive and Rescue Team
The annual Oakdale Plunge helps to raise funds for two important groups in Hudson – the Hudson Youth Center and the Hudson Fire Department Water Rescue and Dive Team. In 2002 the Hudson Fire Department (HFD) took the first steps to increase its capability for water rescue when a child drowned in the Hudson River….
Groundhog Saw Its Shadow
From the looks of it, folks, the groundhog saw its shadow, and rushed back into its hole for six more weeks of winter. Luckily, there’s a whole bunch of stuff to do, from home, and within walking distance in our fair, friendly city! Hudson-based singer and musician Chris Garneau performs LIVE from Hudson Hall on…
History of the Underground Railroad in the Capital Region
The Hudson Area Library, as part of its series of local history talks, presents People of Courage, People of Hope, Seekers of Justice – The Underground Railroad Revisited, Thursday, February 25, 6-7:30pm. CLICK HERE FOR THE EVENT LINK AND MORE INFO. Paul and Mary Liz Stewart of the Underground Railroad Education Center, independent researchers and…
Word Power Mural
NaQuera Roach talks about the new Youth Center Word Power Mural From the Word Power press release: The Word Power mural project was born at the Hudson Youth Center. Bindlstiff’s Cirkus After School has been offering free, high-quality out-of-school programming at the Hudson Youth Center since 2009. At each Cirkus After School meeting, staff and…
Oakdale Plunge – 4th Annual
THE OAKDALE PLUNGE RETURNS FEBRUARY 27!! Lockdown getting you down? Need to bust out of quarantine (safely)? Or just wanna scream? We feel you! Join us February 27th for the 4th Annual Oakdale Plunge and let it all go for two great causes! This year we’ll be playing it HUDSON SAFE. There will be no…