From press release: HUDSON – Sometimes great minds do think alike. The Hudson Festival Orchestra, known for the exquisite mixed-culture musical concert held each summer on the waterfront, includes in their mission statement this phrase: ‘believing that music and culture can bridge divides and build community.’ Meanwhile, farther south, the Brooklyn Raga Massive, an organization dedicated to…
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Two Wick Minimum at Poured Candle Bar
There’s a subculture of people who take burning candles very seriously. Well, let me rephrase that. There are people who know a lot about candles, and don’t take themselves too seriously. Selena Coppock hosts a podcast, “Two Wick Minimum” and interviews guests about candles. Last month, she had a podcast recording session at Poured Candle…
Passing the Rolling Pin at Verdigris in Hudson, NY
There are a few changes at Hudson’s beloved bakery and café, Verdigris, located at 135 Warren Street, at the corner of Warren and Second Streets. Kim Bach is still the owner, however, the storefront has a new manager, Yvette Pfilippe, who “thanks Kim for trusting me with the legacy, and hopes to make her proud.”…
Hudson Literacy Fund’s Tenth Year Anniversary
On Saturday, April 1st, The Hudson Literacy Fund celebrated its tenth year with an event at Hudson Hall honoring Lisa Dolan and Maria Suttmeier, two of their tireless founders. Every year, The Hudson Literacy Fund raises money for book “good-for coupons”, enabling local students to purchase books signed by their favorite author at the Hudson…
April Spring Break Weekend in Hudson, NY
Hi Hudson, There are events that are happening right around the corner, with your friends and neighbors, that sometimes are amazing and remarkable. Christine Jones, a good friend, who used to sell quiches across from my cookies at the Hudson Farmers’ Market, asked me to attend The Hudson Literacy Fund’s cocktail party last week. I…
Hudson Area Library: Local Hudson Maps and Atlases Exhibition Opening
On Thursday, March 2nd, the Hudson Area Library showcased its historical Hudson maps and atlases. The exhibition was a culmination of months and years of work by local volunteers of the library’s History Room. Their worked helped preserve and make these maps accessible to the public. The maps have been used to teach local teens…
Planned Parenthood Benefit at The Maker
On Wednesday, February 1st, the The Maker was packed with people at an event benefiting Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood. Through ticket sales and a silent auction, The Maker helped raise thousands of dollars for the local Hudson chapter of Planned Parenthood, located on Green Street. Funding from this event will give Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood…
Wild and Fun ‘No Ring Circus’ Performs at Hudson Brewing Company
Last weekend, Hudson’s own No Ring Circus performed at Hudson Brewing Company. It was a wild show of stunts, burlesque, and fun! The show, Firewater, featured the following performers: New Orleans Queen of Burlesque, Elle DoradoWorld-traveling Physical Comedian, Tyler WestThe Pain-Proof Clown, Anna MonoxideFounding Member of The Squidling Brothers Circus Sideshow, Mackenzie MolotovPerformance artist, drag…
Office Space in Hudson, NY – Available for Rent
Rent is $750 a month plus 1 month deposit. Rent includes: Furniture NOT included. If you know of someone who is looking for an individual small business office, which is ready for move in, please feel free to forward them my contact information. Office furniture is not included. Contact Frank Quesada fquesada@weinsurerisk.com or Rob Bujan…
Hudson Receives $32,075 Ecological Restoration Grant
The City of Hudson’s Conservation Advisory Council (CAC), in partnership with Hudson Development Corporation (HDC), is pleased to announce the award of $32,075 toward the planting of new street trees in Hudson, NY. The grant money is received from the Partners for Climate Action Hudson Valley. “The HDC is delighted to partner with the CAC…