Datebook – Events Calendar

Updated Friday, May 3, 2024 at 7:50 PM

Please visit our Facebook page for events that were received after our submission deadline. https://www.facebook.com/groups/66208818746

Attention local organizations and nonprofits in the WRIP listening area.

(Greene, eastern Delaware, southern Schoharie, southern Albany and western Columbia counties)



—–>   Submission Guidelines   <—–

The WRIP Datebook is compiled each weekend based on the information that has been RECEIVED BY NOON ON SATURDAY. Please DO NOT wait until the week your event is scheduled to take place to submit your information.

If you would like to have your nonprofit and charity fundraiser events added to the WRIP online datebook and announced on the air, please send the information to WRIP979@gmail.com AT LEAST 2 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE EVENT, and certainly NO LATER THAN 1 WEEK IN ADVANCE, to allow us time to sufficiently promote it.

Information may also be mailed to WRIP, PO Box 979, Windham, NY 12496, or dropped off at our studio at 265 South Street in Windham.

Please DO NOT send notices of events through Facebook Messenger as they may not be seen before your event is scheduled to take place. You may post flyers for your event on WRIP’s Facebook page. Posts will remain in the pending approvals folder until action is taken by a group administrator, usually within 48 hours. https://www.facebook.com/groups/66208818746

Flyers for your event may be posted on our Facebook page, however, the attachment must be sent as a JPG or PNG image only. Please proofread your submission to ensure that everything is correct and complete.

Please remember to include ALL of the following information, if applicable:

  • WHO is sponsoring the event and who benefits from ticket sales? (Name of your organization.)
  • WHAT is the event? (Serving breakfast, lunch or dinner? Tell us what’s on the menu.)
  • WHEN is your event being held? (Day of the week, date and time.)
  • WHERE is it being held? (Name of building, street address and town.)
  • WHY is the event being held? (Is it a fundraiser?)
  • HOW MUCH is admission? (Prices for adults, children, seniors, members, donation, free-will offering, or free.)

Please include a contact number with area code, website and/or email address, and any other pertinent details. Make sure your website link works. Don’t make visitors click on half a dozen links before they can get to the information about your event.

Submissions are welcome from area not-for-profit organizations, civic groups, local police, fire and rescue squads, and all local churches. If you can hear us, we want to publicize your events.

PLEASE NOTE: Organizations that seek our free publicity in the Datebook, but place paid advertising elsewhere, are asked to give equal consideration to WRIP. We will pull any public service announcement we see run as paid advertising elsewhere. Organizations with event marketing budgets are urged to contact us about extremely low-cost radio ads for your event(s).



ROAD WORK

  • The Cauterskill Road Bridge over the New York State Thruway in Catskill will be closed for about 6 months and a 12-mile detour will be in place. Motorists should take Cauterskill Road / County Route 47 north, turn right on State Route 23 east, then turn right to merge onto Route 9W south toward Catskill, stay right onto Cauterskill Avenue, then turn right onto Cauterskill Road. Detour signs will be posted once work begins.


FARMERS’ MARKETS

Saturdays

  • The Windham farmers’ market will be held, rain or shine, in front of The Windham Local, 5410 Main Street in Windham every Saturday from 9 AM until 1 PM starting May 18.
  • Fromer Market Gardens, 6120 Main Street in Tannersville will have fresh vegetables every Saturday from 9 AM until 2 PM. Offerings include arugula, arugula microgreens, broccoli microgreens, curly kale, pea shoots, rainbow chard, salad mix, Siberian kale, and spinach. Summer and fall farmers’ markets will be held on Saturdays, May 25; July 6; August 31; and October 12.
  • The weekly Hudson farmers’ market will take place at its outdoor location in the municipal lot at the corner of 6th and Columbia Street in Hudson every Saturday, from May 4 through November 23, from 9 AM until 1 PM. There will be over 25 vendors including farmers, producers and crafters, as well as live music. Bring your reusable bags. Cash is appreciated. NYS Ag and Markets will continue to fund their dollar-for-dollar FreshConnect match for the entire 2024 market season, effectively doubling SNAP recipients’ buying power. Visit https://www.HudsonFarmersMarketNY.org for a list of vendors, the products they offer, guest vendors and musicians.

Sundays

  • The Catskill farmers’ market will be held in the parking lot at 145 Water Street in Catskill on Sundays from May 26 through October 27 from 10 AM until 2 PM.
  • The Stamford farmer’s market will be held at the corner of Route 23 and Fisher Road, across from Mama Maria’s Restaurant in Stamford, every Sunday from June 30 through September 1 from 1-4 PM.


RECURRING EVENTS

  • The NYS Department of Health has announced that the COVID-19 and Vaccine Hotlines ended on Friday, March 29, 2024. NYS DOH is directing individuals to visit the CDC website at cdc.gov/respiratory-viruses/ for information regarding COVID-19 and vaccines.
  • Effective as of Monday, April 1, 2024, the Columbia County Department of Health will no longer provide COVID-19 vaccination for those ages 12+. Please check with local pharmacies or doctor’s offices for COVID-19 vaccination needs if you are 12 years or older. For those with children under 12 years of age, please call (518) 828-3358 to schedule an appointment.
  • Take a story walk on the Windham Path, starting at the Route 23 entrance, and enjoy reading the children’s book A Very Cranky Book, by Angela and Tony Diterlizzi. Sponsored by the Windham Arts Alliance in partnership with Briars and Brambles Books. All proceeds from the sale of this book benefit the Windham Arts Alliance.
  • The Town of Jewett is planning to erect a memorial to honor all known servicemen and women in Jewett history. Please email GiorBlueMtnExcavation@gmail.com, call (518) 734-5173 or stop by Giordano’s Blue Mountain Excavation shop, 11287 State Route 23 in Ashland, next door to the Greene County Highway Building, with any names or information you may have of service members from the Town of Jewett.
  • Looking for tech help? The Mountain Top Library Digital Navigators can assist you with a variety of technology needs. Call (518) 589-5707 to schedule an appointment for free individualized support at the Mountain Top Library, 6093 Main Street in Tannersville.
  • The website Mountain Top Resources has links to lots of everyday useful information. https://www.MountainTopResources.com/
  • Hours at Community Action of Greene County, 7856 Route 9W in Catskill have been expanded. Office hours will be from 8 AM until 4:30 PM. The food pantry will be available on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays from 1-4 PM.
  • The Greene County Department of Human Services is always looking for volunteer drivers to assist Homebound Senior Citizens. Your schedule will be made around your availability, and you will receive a tax-exempt mileage reimbursement of 62.5 cents per mile. Please call Ruth at (518) 719-3555 for more information.
    Here’s how you can help:
    —– Home Delivered Meals – Deliver meals county wide
    —– Medical Transportation – Transport clients to appointments in nearby counties
    Other ways you can help:
    —– Department of Human Services – Congregate meal helper, Rivertown Thrift Shop Volunteer
    —– Outside Agencies – Libraries, Nursing Homes, Athens Cultural Center, Community Action, Community Hospice, Greene Medical Arts Center, AARP
  • Community Action of Greene County’s domestic violence hotline is (518) 943-9211.
  • The Conesville United Methodist Church is holding an ongoing food drive for their food pantry. Drop off donations at the church on Sundays from 10-11:30 AM or leave inside the back door by the Sunday School room. Needed items include pasta and sauce; vegetables (no green beans); fruit; canned protein like peanut butter and chicken (no tuna); soup; prepared meals like Hamburger Helper, mac and cheese; and breakfast items. If you or someone you know is in need, please email ConesvilleSundaySchool@gmail.com or call (607) 588-6407 or (607) 435-3258.
  • Message in a Bottle Can and Bottle Redemption Center, 9 Healy Boulevard in Hudson continues to accept recyclable beverage containers to benefit the Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA. People can drop off their empty bottles and cans and ask them to credit the CGHS/SPCA. Visit Message in a Bottle redemption center on Facebook or call (518) 929-9418 for their hours.
  • The Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA, 111 Humane Society Road in Hudson and the shelter’s pet food bank are now open 7 days a week from 11:30 AM until 4 PM each day. Please call (518) 828-6044, email info@cghs.org or visit https://cghs.org/ for more information on adoptions or any of the other programs and services they offer. If you wish to donate to the food bank, donations are accepted 7 days a week. Donors may also order food from Chewy or Amazon and have it delivered to CGHS/SPCA.

Tuesdays

  • The Columbia County Department of Health will hold immunization clinics, by appointment only, on Tuesdays from 1-4 PM, and select Tuesdays from 4-6 PM, at their office, 325 Columbia Street, Suite 100 in Hudson. Call (518) 828-3358 to make an appointment. The following insurance plans are accepted: CDPHP, Fidelis, MVP, Highmark (previously Blue Shield of Northeastern NY), Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicare, and Medicare Advantage plans with Aetna, CDPHP, Fidelis, MVP, and United Healthcare.

Wednesdays

  • Free community English classes will be held at the Main Street Community Center, 5494 Route 23 in Windham every Wednesday from 12-2 PM. Classes are designed for non-native English speakers of all skill levels who wish to improve their language abilities at their own pace. Participants can practice speaking, listening, reading and writing in English. No registration is required. Walk-ins are welcome. Lunch will be provided.

Saturdays

  • Free adult English language classes for speakers of other languages are held at the Main Street Community Center, 5494 Route 23 in Windham every Saturday from 10 AM until noon. Student registrations must be completed prior to attendance. Interested individuals may fill out a student interest form at the Main Street Community Center, email ColGreene@LiteracyConnections.org or call (518) 828-1792 ext. 104.

Until Further Notice

  • A collection box has been set up in the vestibule of Van Dusen’s Store, 4021 Route 42 in Lexington for those who wish to provide humanitarian aid to the people of Ukraine. Needed items include thermal underwear, thermal socks, warm clothing, sleeping bags, night lights, flashlights, hand, foot and body warmers, and letters with messages of support. Van Dusen’s is open 7 days a week from 10 AM to 7 PM.


LOOKING AHEAD

By Appointment Only

  • Find your prom dress, in sizes 0-22, at Cairo’s free prom boutique. Call (518) 622-9864, email CairoLibrary720@gmail.com or stop by the Cairo Public Library, 15 Railroad Avenue in Cairo to make an appointment.

Through Tuesday 5/14

  • The New York State burn ban is in effect through Tuesday, May 14.

Through Wednesday 5/15

  • The Windham Rotary Foundation is holding a coat drive through Wednesday, May 15. Please bring new or gently used children’s and adult’s winter coats, hats and gloves to any of the following locations in Windham: Windham Post Office, GNH Lumber or NBT Bank.

Through Saturday 5/25

  • The Greene County Historical Society’s 44th annual Tour of Homes will be held, rain or shine, throughout the Town and Village of Coxsackie on Saturday, June 1 from 10 AM until 4 PM. Tour headquarters will be at the Vedder Research Library on the grounds of the Bronck Museum, County Route 42, off Route 9W in Coxsackie. Picnic lunches prepared by the Coxsackie United Methodist Church will be for sale as long as they last. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 the day of the tour. This is a driving tour of 13 sites. Carpooling is encouraged as some sites have limited parking. Orders for advance sale tickets must be received by Saturday, May 25. Send a check payable to the Greene County Historical Society, PO Box 44, Coxsackie, NY 12051 for advance tickets. Proceeds from the sale of tour tickets support the Society, the Bronck Museum, and the Vedder Research Library.

Thursday 6/13

  • The Greene County Chamber of Commerce’s 18th annual golf tournament will take place at the Catskill Golf Club, 27 Brooks Lane in Catskill on Thursday, June 13. The day starts with a continental breakfast at 8:30 AM followed by a shotgun start at 9:30. $140 per player, $560 per team includes golf, cart, breakfast, lunch and awards celebration. There will be $10,000 hole-in-one and putting contests, longest and straightest drives, closest to the pin, and prizes for the first, second and third place teams. You’ll find the registration form on WRIP’s Facebook page or visit https://tinyurl.com/tcnmnhrt to register.

Monday 7/1

  • The 12th annual Cancer Patient Aid car show will be held at the Ashland Town Park, Gravel Bank Road in Ashland on Sunday, August 11 from 10 AM until 3 PM. Registration runs from 9-11 AM. Pre-registration is $10 until Monday, July 1, $15 minimum donation thereafter. Open to all years, makes, models and motorcycles. Trophies will be awarded including $500 for best-in-show classic sponsored by Martinez Auto Body of Coxsackie. Goodie bags to the first 100 registered. There will be food vendors, ice cream and lemonade. Admission is free for spectators. Call (518) 734-5303 ext. 2 or email CancerPatientAidCarShow@gmail.com to pre-register.

Sunday 8/11

  • Rip Van Winkle Lodge #468 F&AM will hold its 4th annual friends and family golf outing at Island Green Golf Course, 3822 Route 26 in Greenville on Sunday, August 11. Registration between 12 and 1 PM, tee off at 1. Early registration is $90 per player, $100 the day of the tournament, dinner only is $30 per person. Make checks payable to Rip Van Winkle Lodge #468 F&AM, PO Box 353, Cairo, NY 12413, Attn: Golf Committee. Please include names of players or if for dinner only. Call (518) 751-0224 with any questions.


MAY

Through Tuesday 5/14

  • The New York State burn ban is in effect through Tuesday, May 14.

Through Wednesday 5/15

  • The Windham Rotary Foundation is holding a coat drive through Wednesday, May 15. Please bring new or gently used children’s and adult’s winter coats, hats and gloves to any of the following locations in Windham: Windham Post Office, GNH Lumber or NBT Bank.

Friday 5/3

  • A cabin fever dance will be held at Windham Country Club & Mulligan’s Pub, 36 South Street in Windham on Friday, May 3 from 7-10 PM. Music provided by Roadhouse 60s. There will be a cash bar and limited food menu, as well as 50/50 raffles and door prizes. $10 donation at the door. This event is presented by The Windham Chamber of Commerce.
  • The Treble Choraliers will hold their spring concert at the Catskill United Methodist Church, 40 Woodland Avenue in Catskill on Friday, May 3 at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $10 at the door. Pianist Michael Clement will be the guest artist.

Saturday 5/4

  • Art by Windham Arts Alliance members and friends celebrating the beauty of the Schoharie Watershed will be on display at the Main Street Community Center, 5494 Main Street in Windham on Saturday, May 4 from 1-5 PM. Meet the artists from 3:30-5 PM and listen to music performed by Nick Spinetti.
  • A presentation on The Hudson River Schools of Art and Their Ice Age Origins, by Bob and Johanna Titus, will take place at the Main Street Community Center, 5494 Main Street in Windham on Saturday, May 4 at 2:30 PM. Learn about the geology, history and art of the watershed area. This event is free. Registration is strongly encouraged as space is limited. Visit https://MainStreetCenter.org/registration to register.
  • Art created by children, celebrating the Schoharie Watershed and Earth Day, will be on display at the Mountain Top Library, 6093 Main Street in Tannersville on Saturday, May 4 from 10:30 AM until 1:30 PM. A wildlife show with Robinson’s Wildlife Lectures will take place at noon. There will also be a bake sale to benefit the library.
  • Trailblazing Women of Country: A Tribute to Patsy, Loretta and Dolly will be presented at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street in Tannersville on Saturday, May 4 at 7 PM. Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton revolutionized country music, each earning a place in the Country Music Hall of Fame. Advance tickets are $25, $20 for seniors, $7 for students, higher at the door. Tickets are available at https://www.CatskillMtn.org/ or call (518) 263-2063. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trailblazing-women-of-country-from-patsy-to-loretta-to-dolly-tickets-775800278517
  • The first annual Festival of the Arts will take place on the Prattsville Town Green, 14582 Route 23 in Prattsville on Saturday, May 4 from 10 AM until 3 PM. The day will feature art by students from Gilboa-Conesville, Stamford, ONC BOCES, and the Prattsville Art Center children’s class; a food truck, and local musicians.
  • Tropical Nights, a luau fundraiser hosted by the Greenville Rotary, will take place at Five Furlongs, 2478 Route 145 in East Durham on Saturday, May 4 from 7-11 PM. Tickets are $25, which includes one free drink. There will be live music, raffles, and a cash bar. All proceeds go to the local food pantry.
  • A spring craft, art and food fair will be held in the Community Life Church gymnasium, 20 West Main Street in Catskill on Saturday, May 4 from 10 AM until 3 PM. Free admission and plenty of parking.
  • A “Soup’s On” meal will be held at the First Presbyterian Church, 96 Main Street in Stamford on Saturday, May 4 from 4-7 PM. There is no charge for the meal. You are welcome to bring a potluck dish to share. Donations will go to the Heifer Project International. All are welcome.
  • The Hudson farmers’ market will take place at the corner of 6th and Columbia Street in Hudson on Saturday, May 4 from 9 AM until 1 PM. There will be over 25 vendors including farmers, producers and crafters, as well as live music by Hey Bub. Bring your reusable bags. Cash is appreciated. NYS Ag and Markets will continue to fund their dollar-for-dollar FreshConnect match for the entire 2024 market season, effectively doubling SNAP recipients’ buying power. Visit https://www.HudsonFarmersMarketNY.org for each week’s list of vendors and musicians.
  • The 13th annual Hudson children’s book festival will be held at Hudson Junior/Senior High School, 215 Harry Howard Avenue in Hudson on Saturday, May 4 from 10 AM until 3 PM. Meet over 75 children’s and young adult authors and illustrators. If you’re a Hudson PreK-12 student, bring your “Good For” coupon to purchase any book by your favorite author courtesy of The Hudson Literacy Fund. Various community organizations will be in attendance, and food and drink concessions will be available for purchase. Admission is free. Visit https://HudsonChildrensBookFestival.com/ for more information.
  • The Hudson City Police Department will hold a child safety seat check at Hudson Senior High School, 215 Harry Howard Avenue in Hudson on Saturday, May 4 from 10 AM until 3 PM at the Hudson children’s book fair. Technicians will check the condition and installation of child seats, as well as recall status, and will arrange for an alternate safety seat if necessary. No appointment required.
  • The 15th annual benefit for the Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA will take place at the Ghent Dairy Queen, 2319 Route 66 in Ghent on Saturday, May 4 from 10:30 AM until 3 PM. Shop for your Mother’s Day gifts. There will be lots of jewelry, kitchen items, hand lotion, and dog and cat items such as carriers, swimming pads, harnesses, homemade treats, and more.

Sunday 5/5 – Orthodox Easter

  • The Treble Choraliers will hold their spring concert at the Asbury United Methodist Church, 5830 Route 81 in Greenville on Sunday, May 5 at 3 PM. Tickets are $10 at the door. Pianist Michael Clement will be the guest artist.

Monday 5/6

  • Take a trip to law school with attorney and educator, Joseph M. Zecca, at the Mountain Top Library, 6093 Main Street in Tannersville on Monday, May 6 at 2 PM.
  • The Greene County Chamber of Commerce will hold a Network Before Nine breakfast at See & Be Kitchen, 466 Main Street in Cairo on Wednesday, May 8 from 8-9:30 AM. $15 for members, $20 for non- members. Please email Info@GreeneCountyChamber.com or call (518) 943-4222 by Monday, May 6 to RSVP.
  • The Greene County Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting at Pioneer Bank, 440 Main Street in Cairo on Monday, May 6 from 10:30-11 AM.
  • An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Monday, May 6 from 9 AM until 2 PM at the Carriage House, Jay Gould Memorial Church, 53837 State Highway 30 in Roxbury. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit https://www.RedCrossBlood.org/ to make an appointment.
  • Delaware County Public Health will hold a free rabies vaccination clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets at the Sidney Fire Hall, 74 River Street in Sidney on Monday, May 6 from 5:30-7:30 PM. Cats and dogs can get their first rabies vaccine at 3 months of age. Please bring your pet’s previous vaccination record to verify if they are eligible for 3-year coverage. Dogs must be on a leash and under proper control. Cats and ferrets should be in a carrying case. If you are not feeling well, please stay home. Call (607) 832-5200 with any questions or for more information.

Tuesday 5/7

  • A Brooks’ chicken barbecue will be held at Veterans Park, 11177 Route 32 in Greenville on Tuesday, May 7 from 4 PM until sold out. Chicken dinners are $15. Benefits the community programs of the Greenville Rotary Club. Drive-up service, no pre-sales.

Wednesday 5/8

  • Greene County Soil & Water Conservation District’s Watershed Wednesdays 5- week webinar series will take place every Wednesday through May 29 at 6 PM. Please click on the link below to register for the Zoom session.
    Session 2, May 8 – Messy Rivers are Healthy Rivers: The Role of Spatial Heterogeneity in Sustaining River Ecosystems with Dr. Ellen Wohl
    Register at https://tinyurl.com/bdh6h58z
  • The Greene County Chamber of Commerce will hold a Network Before Nine breakfast at See & Be Kitchen, 466 Main Street in Cairo on Wednesday, May 8 from 8-9:30 AM. $15 for members, $20 for non- members.

Thursday 5/9

  • An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Thursday, May 9 from 1-6 PM at the Hudson Elks Lodge No. 787, 201 Harry Howard Avenue in Hudson. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit https://www.RedCrossBlood.org/ to make an appointment.

Friday & Saturday 5/10 & 5/11

  • A two-day spring rummage sale will be held at the East Jewett United Methodist Church, 2252 Route 23C in East Jewett on Friday, May 10 from 2-6 PM; and Saturday, May 11 from 9 AM until noon. They will have housewares, clothing, books, toys and lots of seasonal decorations for Easter, Halloween and Thanksgiving. Soup, hot dogs, salads and pie will also be available.

Friday 5/10

  • Pulled pork sandwiches with coleslaw, chips, soda or water, and a home-baked cookie will be available at the Windham-Hensonville United Methodist Church, Main Street in Windham on Friday, May 10 from 10:30 AM until 1:30 PM for a $15 donation. Order 3 or more lunches and they will deliver in Windham only. Call (518) 734-4122 the day of the sale.
  • The Greene County Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting for the new pickleball courts at the Catskill Golf Club, 27 Brooks Lane in Catskill on Friday, May 10 from 4-5 PM.
  • A Mother’s Day breakfast will be served at the Catskill Elks Lodge #1341, 45 North Jefferson Avenue in Catskill on Sunday, May 12 with seatings at 9 and 10:30 AM. Mothers and children ages 6 and under eat free, $10 for all others. The menu includes scrambled eggs, French toast, bacon, sausage, and tater tots. Reservations must be made by Friday, May 10 by calling (518) 945-1179.

Saturday 5/11

  • A roast pork dinner will be held at the Prattsville Hose Company, 47 Firehouse Drive in Prattsville on Saturday, May 11 from 4-7 PM. The all-you-can-eat menu includes roast pork, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, applesauce, coleslaw, dinner rolls, and a large variety of homemade desserts. Eat-in or take-out is $15 for adults, $8 for children ages 6-12, free for kids 5 and under.
  • I Am, a performance by Camille A. Brown & Dancers, will take place at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street in Tannersville on Saturday, May 11 at 7 PM. Advance tickets are $25, $20 for seniors, $7 for students, higher at the door. Tickets are available at https://www.CatskillMtn.org/ or call (518) 263-2063. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dance-camille-a-brown-dancers-present-i-am-tickets-857064291367
  • The Haines Falls Fire Company and Auxiliary will hold their annual chicken barbecue at the Haines Falls Firehouse, 5425 Route 23A in Haines Falls on Saturday, May 11 from 4-6 PM. Take-outs only. Dinners include a half chicken, roasted red potatoes, and homemade coleslaw for $15. Presale tickets are available from any member, or by calling or texting Jason Haines at (518) 819-9400. Walk-ins are welcome.
  • The Fortnightly Club of Catskill will hold its 17th annual Rip Van Winkle Wine, Brew & Beverage Festival, rain or shine, at Historic Catskill Point, 1 Main Street in Catskill on Saturday, May 11 from 11:30 AM until 5 PM. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $25. Attendees will enjoy wine, craft beers, distilled beverages, cheeses, shopping for craft goods, food and live music throughout the day. All proceeds stay in the Catskill community to help build and maintain handicap accessible playgrounds and recreation areas for children and adults. No pets please.
  • Tire Day for Town of Gilboa taxpayers is Saturday, May 11 from 8 AM until noon. It will take place at the Gilboa Highway Department, 104 Stryker Road in Gilboa. They will accept up to 20 tires without rims per household, up to truck size, and 2 tractor tires per household.
  • The Hudson farmers’ market will take place at the corner of 6th and Columbia Street in Hudson on Saturday, May 11 from 9 AM until 1 PM. There will be over 25 vendors including farmers, producers and crafters, as well as live music by Wickers Creek. Bring your reusable bags. Cash is appreciated. NYS Ag and Markets will continue to fund their dollar-for-dollar FreshConnect match for the entire 2024 market season, effectively doubling SNAP recipients’ buying power. Visit https://www.HudsonFarmersMarketNY.org for each week’s list of vendors and musicians.

Sunday 5/12 – Mother’s Day

  • A Mother’s Day breakfast buffet will be held at the Conesville Firehouse, 1292 Route 990V in Gilboa on Sunday, May 12 from 8-11 AM. The menu includes pancakes, biscuits, sausage gravy, eggs, bacon, corned beef hash, potatoes, fresh pastries and more. Free will offering. Proceeds to benefit the ministries of the Conesville United Methodist Chapel Church.

Monday 5/13

  • A local history roundtable will be held at the Mountain Top Library, 6093 Main Street in Tannersville on Monday, May 13, and every second Monday of the month, at 3 PM. Bring your photos and stories to share.
  • An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Monday, May 13 from 12-5 PM at the Catskill Elks Lodge Hall, 45 North Jefferson Avenue in Catskill. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit https://www.RedCrossBlood.org/ to make an appointment.
  • The Greene County Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours networking event at Day Line Oyster Bar & Kitchen at The James Newbury Hotel, 60 South River Street in Coxsackie on Wednesday, May 15 from 5-7 PM. Enjoy drinks and light bites, meet new members, catch up with old friends, share updates about your business, and network. Please email Info@GreeneCountyChamber.com by Monday, May 13 to RSVP.
  • Delaware County Public Health will hold a free rabies clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets at the Hancock Town Hall, 661 West Main Street in Hancock on Monday, May 13 from 5:30-7:30 PM. Cats and dogs can get their first rabies vaccine at 3 months of age. Please bring your pet’s previous vaccination record to verify if they are eligible for 3-year coverage. Dogs must be on a leash and under proper control. Cats and ferrets should be in a carrying case. If you are not feeling well, please stay home. Call (607) 832-5200 with any questions or for more information.

Tuesday 5/14

  • Enjoy a bowl of soup and a sandwich, free of charge, in the Blue Room of the Kaaterskill United Methodist Church, 5942 Main Street in Tannersville on Tuesday, May 14 from 11 AM until 2 PM. This event will take place on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month.

Wednesday 5/15

  • Greene County Soil & Water Conservation District’s Watershed Wednesdays 5- week webinar series will take place every Wednesday through May 29 at 6 PM. Please click on the link below to register for the Zoom session.
    Session 3, May 15 – Flood Watch NY: Documenting Local Floods Through Community Science with Jess Kuonen
    Register at https://tinyurl.com/5fb7n2sr
  • The Greene County Public Health Department will hold a rabies clinic at Angelo Canna Town Park, 82 Joseph D. Spencer Lane in Cairo on Wednesday, May 15 from 5-7 PM. Pre-registration is required. Pre-register at https://www.GreeneGovernment.com/free-rabies-clinics or by call (518) 719-3600. Donations requested. All proceeds go to Public Health. Bring proof of your pet’s prior vaccination (certificate, not tag) for a 3-year certificate. If no record is presented, your pet will be given a 1-year certificate. All cats, dogs and ferrets are required to be vaccinated for rabies starting at 12 weeks old. If you are feeding a stray, please bring them to be vaccinated. This is a drive-up only clinic. You must wear a face mask and remain inside your vehicle at all times. Please be prepared with proper leashes, carriers and muzzles, if necessary, for your animals to keep them and others safe.
  • An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Wednesday, May 15 from 10:30 AM until 3:30 PM at the Greene County Sheriffs, 45 Haverly Memorial Drive in Coxsackie. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit https://www.RedCrossBlood.org/ to make an appointment.
  • The Greene County Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours networking event at Day Line Oyster Bar & Kitchen at The James Newbury Hotel, 60 South River Street in Coxsackie on Wednesday, May 15 from 5-7 PM. Enjoy drinks and light bites, meet new members, catch up with old friends, share updates about your business, and network.
  • An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Wednesday, May 15 from 1-6 PM at the Columbia-Greene Board of Realtors, 337 Fairview Avenue in Hudson. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit https://www.RedCrossBlood.org/ to make an appointment.

Thursday 5/16

  • A chicken barbecue will be held at Coxsackie Hose Company #3, 218 Mansion Street in Coxsackie on Thursday, May 16 from 4-7 PM, take-outs only. Dinners cooked by Frese’s BBQ include chicken, corn-on-the-cob, baked potato, roll and cookie. Pre-sale tickets only are $15 each. Contact any member for tickets.

Friday 5/17

  • The Greene County Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting at Via Ravioli, 11865 Route 9W in West Coxsackie on Friday, May 17 from 10:30-11 AM. This new pasta shop makes fresh ravioli daily, on-site.

Saturday 5/18

  • The first Windham farmers’ market of the season will be held, rain or shine, in front of The Windham Local, 5410 Main Street in Windham on Saturday, May 18 from 9 AM until 1 PM.
  • Josh Fromer presents Comedy in the Catskills with Greg Stone and Amanda Gail at the Doctorow Center for the Arts, 7971 Main Street in Hunter on Saturday, May 18 at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $30 and are available at https://www.CatskillMtn.org/ or call (518) 263-2063. This program is rated PG.
  • An Earth Day cleanup will take place, rain or shine, at Rip Van Winkle Park, Lake Road in Tannersville on Saturday, May 18 from 9:45 AM until noon followed by a potluck picnic at the Bring your energy, enthusiasm and proper shoes. Bags and gloves will be provided.
  • The Kaaterskill Snowmobile Association will hold a fundraising auction at the Tannersville Rescue Squad building, 21 Park Lane in Tannersville on Saturday, May 18. Doors open at noon, drawings start at 2 PM. There will be penny social items: dishware, houseware, clothing, toys, books, tools, e; business donation items: restaurant gift certificates and store gift cards; a deck of cards game for specialty items: a truckload of log-length firewood and driveway material; and a basket of cheer door prize for anyone over 21 who purchases tickets. There will also be hot dogs and drinks. The KSA meets at the Tannersville Village Hall on the second Wednesday of every month at 7 PM. All are welcome to join. For more information call Tannersville NAPA at (518) 589-6300 and ask for Cathy or Devin. You must be present to win penny social items.
  • Greenville Arts in the Park will take place at Vanderbilt Park, 25 Town Park Drive in Greenville on Saturday, May 18 from 11 AM until 5 PM. This free event features fine art and crafts, food trucks, family activities, live music, Plein Air painting, and live art demonstrations. Sponsored by Community Partners of Greenville. Rain date is Sunday, May 19 from 11 AM until 5 PM.
  • This year’s Honor a Vet memorial ceremony will take place at The Warehouse at Catskill Point in Catskill on Saturday, May 18 at 10 AM. The honoree will be the late Lawrence Dwon, USMC of Lexington.
  • The Catskill Glee Club will hold its spring concert at the First Reformed Church, 310 Main Street in Catskill on Saturday, May 18 at 7:30 PM. Hair of the Dog will be the guest artist. Tickets are a suggested donation of $10 at the door.
  • The Greene County Historical Society will hold its annual meeting at Pegasus Restaurant, 10885 State Route 9W in Coxsackie on Saturday, May 18 from 10 AM until 1 PM. Brunch will be served. The cost is $27 cash or check payable to the Greene County Historical Society. Please call (518) 817-8771 to make a reservation.
  • The Charlotteville Fire Department will hold a roast pork buffet dinner at their firehouse, 634 Charlotte Valley Road in Charlotteville on Saturday, May 18 from 5-7 PM.
  • The Hudson farmers’ market will take place at the corner of 6th and Columbia Street in Hudson on Saturday, May 18 from 9 AM until 1 PM. There will be over 25 vendors including farmers, producers and crafters, as well as live music by Abby Lappen. Bring your reusable bags. Cash is appreciated. NYS Ag and Markets will continue to fund their dollar-for-dollar FreshConnect match for the entire 2024 market season, effectively doubling SNAP recipients’ buying power. Visit https://www.HudsonFarmersMarketNY.org for each week’s list of vendors and musicians.

Wednesday 5/22

  • Greene County Soil & Water Conservation District’s Watershed Wednesdays 5- week webinar series will take place every Wednesday from May 1-29 at 6 PM. Please click on the link below to register for the Zoom session.
    Session 4, May 22 – Unraveling the Gordian Knotweed: Management of Japanese Knotweed in the Catskills with Dan Snider-Nerp
    Register at https://tinyurl.com/rwn2wu62
  • An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Wednesday, May 22 from 9 AM until 2 PM at Hudson High School, 215 Harry Howard Avenue in Hudson. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit https://www.RedCrossBlood.org/ to make an appointment.
  • An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Wednesday, May 22 from 10 AM until 3 PM at CMH Support Services Building, 65 Prospect Avenue in Hudson. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit https://www.RedCrossBlood.org/ to make an appointment.

Friday 5/24

  • Community Action of Greene County will host a free movie night at the Greenville Drive-In Theater, 10700 Route 32 in Greenville on Friday, May 24 at 8:45 PM. The 2001 animated film, Shrek, will be shown. Free Stewart’s ice cream for the first 100 attendees.
  • An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Friday, May 24 from 1:30-6:30 PM at the Margaretville Fire Department, 77 Church Street in Margaretville. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit https://www.RedCrossBlood.org/ to make an appointment.

Saturday & Sunday 5/25 & 5/26

  • The 47th annual East Durham Irish Festival will take place at the Michael J. Quill Irish Cultural & Sports Centre, Route 145 in East Durham on Saturday and Sunday, May 25 and 26. Over 30 bands will perform on four indoor stages. There will be special performances by Shilelagh Law, Eileen Ivers, and Ally the Piper. Other performers include the Pipes & Drums of Greene, The Narrowbacks, the Andy Cooney Band, Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones, The Wooden Nickels, The Canny Brothers, the Screaming Orphans, Kitty Kelly & Catskill Fever, Pride of Moyvane, and several schools of Irish dance. Enjoy great Irish food and drink, Irish history, games, and a kids’ area with music lessons, Irish plays, workshops and more. For tickets and more information visit https://EastDurhamIrishFestival.com.

Saturday 5/25

  • The Windham farmers’ market will be held, rain or shine, in front of The Windham Local, 5410 Main Street in Windham on Saturday, May 25 from 9 AM until 1 PM.
  • A chili cookoff, with prizes to be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners, will be held at VFW Post #1545, Route 23 in Windham on Saturday, May 25 from 11 AM until 2 PM. They are requesting a $5 donation at the door. There is no entry fee for the chefs. Chili will be $2 per bowl. Live music by Mountain Justice. There will also be a silent auction. Proceeds from the event will go toward the proposed veterans’ monument in Jewett.
  • A chicken barbecue to benefit the Hobart Fire Department will be held at Mirabito’s Quickway, 1028 East Main Street in Hobart on Saturday, May 25 from noon until sold out. Full dinners and 3 pound halves will be available along with macaroni salad, potato salad and dessert.
  • The Hudson farmers’ market will take place at the corner of 6th and Columbia Street in Hudson on Saturday, May 25 from 9 AM until 1 PM. There will be over 25 vendors including farmers, producers and crafters, as well as live music by Blackiston Brothers. Bring your reusable bags. Cash is appreciated. NYS Ag and Markets will continue to fund their dollar-for-dollar FreshConnect match for the entire 2024 market season, effectively doubling SNAP recipients’ buying power. Visit https://www.HudsonFarmersMarketNY.org for each week’s list of vendors and musicians.

Sundays 5/26-10/27

  • The Catskill farmers’ market will be held in the parking lot at 145 Water Street in Catskill on Sundays from May 26 through October 27 from 10 AM until 2 PM.

Sunday 5/26

  • A Memorial Day parade will be held in Tannersville on Sunday, May 26 at 1 PM.
  • A chicken barbecue to benefit the Grand Gorge United Methodist Church will be held at the Grand Gorge Firehouse, 60753 State Highway 30 in Grand Gorge on Sunday, May 26 at a time to be announced.

Monday 5/27 – Memorial Day

  • Memorial Day parades will be held in the following locations on Monday, May 27:
    Athens at 9 AM
    Greenville at 10 AM
    Cairo at 11 AM
    Prattsville at 1 PM
    Coxsackie at 1 PM
    Catskill at 2 PM

Tuesday 5/28

  • Enjoy a bowl of soup and a sandwich, free of charge, in the Blue Room of the Kaaterskill United Methodist Church, 5942 Main Street in Tannersville on Tuesday, May 28 from 11 AM until 2 PM. This event will take place on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month.

Wednesday 5/29

  • Greene County Soil & Water Conservation District’s Watershed Wednesdays 5- week webinar series will take place every Wednesday from May 1-29 at 6 PM. Please click on the link to register for the Zoom session.
    Session 5, May 29 – Wetlands of the Catskills and NYC West-of Hudson Watershed: Ecology and Characteristics with Frank Parisio
    Register at https://tinyurl.com/2chb2s3p

Thursday 5/30

  • Windham VFW Post #1545 will hold Memorial Day rituals at the grave of Sgt. James F. Carty at Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Ashland, the gravesite of John Goettsche in Windham Cemetery, ending at the World War I monument in Hensonville on the morning of Thursday, May 30.
  • The Schoharie County Department of Health will hold a free rabies clinic for cats, dogs and ferrets at the Cobleskill Fairgrounds, 113 Sunshine Drive in Cobleskill on Thursday, May 30 from 6-8 PM. Pre-registration is required. No walk-ins. Visit Health.NY.gov/GoToClinic to register.]

Friday 5/31

  • An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Friday, May 31 from 1-6 PM at the Cairo Town Hall, 512 Main Street in Cairo. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit https://www.RedCrossBlood.org/ to make an appointment.
  • The American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Columbia and Greene Counties will take place at Coxsackie-Athens High School, 24 Sunset Boulevard in Coxsackie on Friday, May 31 at a time to be announced.


JUNE

Saturday 6/1

  • The Windham farmers’ market will be held, rain or shine, in front of The Windham Local, 5410 Main Street in Windham on Saturday, June 1 from 9 AM until 1 PM.
  • The Greene County Historical Society’s 44th annual Tour of Homes will be held, rain or shine, throughout the Town and Village of Coxsackie on Saturday, June 1 from 10 AM until 4 PM. Tour headquarters will be at the Vedder Research Library on the Society’s Bronck Museum grounds, County Route 42, off Route 9W in Coxsackie. Picnic lunches prepared by the Coxsackie United Methodist Church will be for sale as long as they last. Tickets are $30 the day of the tour. This is a driving tour. Carpooling is encouraged as some sites have limited parking. Proceeds from the sale of tour tickets support the Society, the Bronck Museum, and the Vedder Research Library.
  • The 3rd annual Frank Lamport Memorial Golf Tournament will be held at the Stamford Golf Course, 163 Taylor Road in Stamford on Saturday, June 1 at a time to be announced. There will be food, prizes and raffles.

Saturday 6/8

  • The Windham farmers’ market will be held, rain or shine, in front of The Windham Local, 5410 Main Street in Windham on Saturday, June 8 from 9 AM until 1 PM.

Sunday 6/9

  • An all-you-can-eat breakfast will be served at the Town of Broome Volunteer Fire Department, 453 State Route 145 in Middleburgh on Sunday, June 9 from 7:30-11 AM. Future breakfasts will be held on the second Sunday of every other month.

Monday 6/10

  • Delaware County Public Health will hold a free rabies clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets at the Franklin Fire Hall, 351 Main Street in Franklin on Monday, June 10 from 5:30-7:30 PM. Call (607) 832-5200 with any questions.

Thursday 6/13

  • The Greene County Chamber of Commerce’s 18th annual golf tournament will take place at the Catskill Golf Club, 27 Brooks Lane in Catskill on Thursday, June 13. The day starts with a continental breakfast at 8:30 AM followed by a shotgun start at 9:30. $140 per player, $560 per team includes golf, cart, breakfast, lunch and awards celebration. There will be $10,000 hole-in-one and putting contests, longest and straightest drives, closest to the pin, and prizes for the first, second and third place teams. Visit https://tinyurl.com/tcnmnhrt to register.
  • Delaware County Public Health will hold a free rabies clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets at the Arkville Fire Hall, 43365 State Highway 28 in Arkville on Thursday, June 13 from 4-6 PM. Call (607) 832-5200 with any questions.

Saturday 6/15

  • The Windham farmers’ market will be held, rain or shine, in front of The Windham Local, 5410 Main Street in Windham on Saturday, June 15 from 9 AM until 1 PM.
  • The 2nd annual Concert in the Catskills will be held at the Historic Catskill Point, 1 Main Street in Catskill on Saturday, June 15 at 7:30 PM. Doors open at 6 PM. Country music artists Jackson Dean and Alana Springsteen will be the headliners. Pre-sale tickets are $37 for general admission, $60 for a pit pass, and $85 for VIP. Visit https://www.ConcertInTheCatskills.com/ for tickets and more information.
  • The Charlotteville Fire Department will hold a meatloaf with mac and cheese buffet dinner at their firehouse, 634 Charlotte Valley Road in Charlotteville on Saturday, June 15 from 5-7 PM.

Sunday 6/16 – Father’s Day

Monday 6/17

  • Board-certified health coach Gerard Friedman of Bell House Fitness in Maplecrest will speak at the WAJPL Golden Agers’ meeting at the Senior Center, South Street in Windham on Monday, June 17 at 1 PM. Potluck refreshments will follow the presentation. All seniors over 50 are welcome to attend.

Wednesday 6/19

  • The Greene County Public Health Department will hold a rabies clinic at Angelo Canna Town Park, 82 Joseph D. Spencer Lane in Cairo on Wednesday, June 19 from 5-7 PM. Pre-registration is required. Pre-register at https://www.GreeneGovernment.com/free-rabies-clinics or by call (518) 719-3600. Donations requested. All proceeds go to Public Health. Bring proof of your pet’s prior vaccination (certificate, not tag) for a 3-year certificate. If no record is presented, your pet will be given a 1-year certificate. All cats, dogs and ferrets are required to be vaccinated for rabies starting at 12 weeks old. If you are feeding a stray, please bring them to be vaccinated. This is a drive-up only clinic. You must wear a face mask and remain inside your vehicle at all times. Please be prepared with proper leashes, carriers and muzzles, if necessary, for your animals to keep them and others safe.

Saturday 6/22

  • The Windham farmers’ market will be held, rain or shine, in front of The Windham Local, 5410 Main Street in Windham on Saturday, June 22 from 9 AM until 1 PM.
  • A piano concert with projected images and live-action drawing will take place at the Doctorow Center for the Arts, 7971 Main Street in Hunter on Saturday, June 22 at 1 PM. Pianist Yi-heng Yang will improvise as images from Judd Weisberg’s series, Woven Currents, and drawings created on the spot are displayed on the movie screen. There will be a reception in the Piano Performance Museum after the concert. This is a free event. Reserve a seat at https://www.CatskillMtn.org/ or call (518) 263-2063.

Wednesday 6/26

  • The Greene County Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours networking event at Nat’s Mountain House, 6589 Route 23A in Tannersville on Thursday, June 27 from 5-7 PM. Enjoy light bites and drinks, meet new members and catch up with old friends, share updates about your business, network and enjoy. Please email Info@GreeneCountyChamber.com by Wednesday, June 26 to RSVP.

Thursday 6/27

  • The Greene County Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours networking event at Nat’s Mountain House, 6589 Route 23A in Tannersville on Thursday, June 27 from 5-7 PM. Enjoy light bites and drinks, meet new members and catch up with old friends, share updates about your business, network and enjoy.
  • Delaware County Public Health will hold a free rabies clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets at the Roxbury Highway Garage, 52508 State Highway 30 in Roxbury on Thursday, June 27 from 4-6 PM. Call (607) 832-5200 with any questions.

Saturday 6/29

  • The Windham farmers’ market will be held, rain or shine, in front of The Windham Local, 5410 Main Street in Windham on Saturday, June 29 from 9 AM until 1 PM.


JULY

Monday 7/1

  • The 12th annual Cancer Patient Aid car show will be held at the Ashland Town Park, Gravel Bank Road in Ashland on Sunday, August 11 from 10 AM until 3 PM. Registration runs from 9-11 AM. Pre-registration is $10 until Monday, July 1, $15 minimum donation thereafter. Open to all years, makes, models and motorcycles. Trophies will be awarded including $500 for best-in-show classic sponsored by Martinez Auto Body of Coxsackie. Goodie bags to the first 100 registered. There will be food vendors, ice cream and lemonade. Admission is free for spectators. Call (518) 734-5303 ext. 2 or email CancerPatientAidCarShow@gmail.com to pre-register.

Tuesday-Saturday 7/2-7/6

  • The Margaretville Fire Department’s Field Days and Carnival will be held at the Village Park behind FreshTown in Margaretville from Tuesday, July 2 through Saturday, July 6, with fireworks on Thursday, July 4 and Saturday, July 6. WRIP will be broadcast live on July 6 from 11 AM until 3 PM.

Thursday 7/4 – Independence Day

Friday & Saturday 7/5 & 7/6

  • Performances of the Maude Adams Theater Hub’s production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: The Musical will take place at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street in Tannersville on Friday July 5 at 7 PM, and Saturday, July 6 at 2 and 7 PM. Depending on ticket sales, there may be a matinee on Sunday, July 7 at 2 PM.

Thursday 7/11

  • Delaware County Public Health will hold a free rabies clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets at the Walton Highway Garage, 25091 State Highway 10 in Walton on Thursday, July 11 from 5-7 PM. Call (607) 832-5200 with any questions.

Friday 7/12

  • The Catskill Mountain Foundation will hold its annual benefit at the Red Barn, 7970 Main Street in Hunter on Friday, July 12 starting at 5:30 PM. The evening includes a cocktail reception, dinner, dessert, and a performance of Julius Caesar, by Catskill Mountain Shakespeare, in the tent located outside the Red Barn. Tickets start at $200 per person and are available at https://www.CatskillMtn.org/. A limited number of tickets will be available.

Saturday 7/13

  • A junk in the trunk sale will be held at TGM American Legion Post 187, 94 Second Street in Athens on Saturday, July 13 from 9 AM until 4 PM. Vendors are welcome. Call (518) 965-1550 with any questions. Proceeds go toward the Post’s kitchen renovation project.
  • Jefferson Heritage Day will take place in Jefferson on Saturday, July 13 at a time and location to be announced.

Monday 7/15

  • The Greene County Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours networking event at Patrick Henry’s Tavern, 48 South River Street in Coxsackie on Wednesday, July 17 from 5-7 PM. Enjoy drinks and light bites, meet new members, catch up with old friends, share updates about your business, and network. Please email Info@GreeneCountyChamber.com by Monday, July 15 to RSVP.

Wednesday 7/17

  • The Greene County Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours networking event at Patrick Henry’s Tavern, 48 South River Street in Coxsackie on Wednesday, July 17 from 5-7 PM. Enjoy drinks and light bites, meet new members, catch up with old friends, share updates about your business, and network.

Thursday 7/18

  • An AARP defensive driving class will be held at the Haines Falls Firehouse, 5425 Route 23A in Haines Falls on Thursday, July 18 from 8:30 AM until 3:30 PM with a break for lunch. $37 for AARP members, $42 for non-AARP members. Reservations required. Call (518) 821-8670 to make your reservation. This course is open to the public.

Saturday & Sunday 7/20 & 7/21

  • The 41st annual yard sale weekend will take place in Coxsackie on Saturday and Sunday, July 20 and 21 from 9 AM until 3 PM both days. Maps will be available at the Coxsackie Village Police Department, 119 Mansion Street in the Village of Coxsackie.

Saturday 7/20

  • The Headwaters Music + Arts Festival will take place, rain or shine, along Main Street in Stamford on Saturday afternoon, July 20.
  • The Charlotteville Fire Department will hold their annual chicken barbecue and lawn sale at their firehouse, 634 Charlotte Valley Road in Charlotteville on Saturday, July 20. The lawn sale starts at 10 AM and the barbecue at 11 AM.

Thursday-Sunday 7/25-7/28

  • The 70th annual Greene County Youth Fair will take place at Angelo Canna Town Park in Cairo, Thursday, July 25 through Saturday, July 27 from 9 AM to 9 PM; and Sunday, July 28 from 9 AM to 3 PM. There will be fireworks on Saturday. Admission is free. Visit https://TheGreeneCountyYouthFair.com/ for more information.

Saturday 7/27

  • The 14th annual Thunder in the Mountains car show will take place on the Lexington municipal grounds, 3542 Route 42 in Lexington on Saturday, July 27 from 9 AM until 3 PM. There will be food and beverages, a 50/50 and gift basket raffle. Trophies will be awarded. Call (518) 989-6813 for more information. All proceeds will benefit the West Kill-Lexington Community Improvement Association.


AUGUST

Sunday 8/11

  • The 12th annual Cancer Patient Aid car show will be held at the Ashland Town Park, Gravel Bank Road in Ashland on Sunday, August 11 from 10 AM until 3 PM. Registration runs from 9-11 AM. Minimum donation per vehicle is $15. Open to all years, makes, models and motorcycles. Trophies will be awarded including $500 for best-in-show classic sponsored by Martinez Auto Body of Coxsackie. Goodie bags to the first 100 registered. There will be food vendors, ice cream and lemonade. Admission is free for spectators.
  • Rip Van Winkle Lodge #468 F&AM will hold its 4th annual friends and family golf outing at Island Green Golf Course, 3822 Route 26 in Greenville on Sunday, August 11. Registration between 12 and 1 PM, tee off at 1. Early registration is $90 per player, $100 the day of the tournament, dinner only is $30 per person. Make checks payable to Rip Van Winkle Lodge #468 F&AM, PO Box 353, Cairo, NY 12413, Attn: Golf Committee. Please include names of players or if for dinner only. Call (518) 751-0224 with any questions.
  • An all-you-can-eat breakfast will be served at the Town of Broome Volunteer Fire Department, 453 State Route 145 in Middleburgh on Sunday, August 11 from 7:30-11 AM. Future breakfasts will be held on the second Sunday of every other month.

Wednesday 8/14

  • The Greene County Public Health Department will hold a rabies clinic at Angelo Canna Town Park, 82 Joseph D. Spencer Lane in Cairo on Wednesday, August 14 from 5-7 PM. Pre-registration is required by calling (518) 719-3600. Donations requested. All proceeds go to Public Health. Bring proof of your pet’s prior vaccination (certificate, not tag) for a 3-year certificate. If no record is presented, your pet will be given a 1-year certificate. All cats, dogs and ferrets are required to be vaccinated for rabies starting at 12 weeks old. If you are feeding a stray, please bring them to be vaccinated. This is a drive-up only clinic. You must wear a face mask and remain inside your vehicle at all times. Please be prepared with proper leashes, carriers and muzzles, if necessary, for your animals to keep them and others safe.

Friday-Sunday 8/16 – 8/18

  • Gloaming Project presents The Ballad Tree at Kirkside Park pavilion in Roxbury on Friday and Saturday, August 16 at 17 and 6:30 PM; and Sunday, August 18 at 4 PM. Inspired by Appalachian ballads, old English, Scottish, and Irish folk songs carried over to early North America, the ballads are presented through live music, song, dance and puppetry.

Saturday 8/17

  • The Windham Festival Chamber Orchestra, with soprano Melissa Wimbish and baritone Andrew Garland, will perform works by Tchaikovsky, Scott Joplin and Robert Manno at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center, 6050 Main Street in Tannersville on Saturday, August 17 at 7 PM. There will be an open rehearsal that day from 10:30 AM until 1 PM, and a pre-concert talk at 6:45 PM. Advance tickets are $25, $20 for seniors, $7 for students, higher at the door. Tickets are available at https://www.CatskillMtn.org/ or call (518) 263-2063.

Sunday 8/18

  • Cornell Hook & Ladder Fire Company will hold its annual golf tournament at Sycamore Country Club, 38 Tompkins Road in Ravena on Sunday, August 18 at a time TBD.

Thursday 8/22

  • Delaware County Public Health will hold a free rabies clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets at the Delhi Fire Hall, 140 Delview Terrace Extension in Delhi on Thursday, August 22 from 5-7 PM. Call (607) 832-5200 with any questions.

Saturday 8/24

  • Medusa Fest will take place at the Medusa Volunteer Fire Company, 28 County Route 351 in Medusa on Saturday, August 24 starting at noon. There will be a chicken barbecue, ice cream, shopping, a dunk tank, family fun and live music all day, as well as the 4th annual Battle of the Bands with a cash prize and raffles. Admission is free.


SEPTEMBER

Sunday 9/1

  • A Labor Day chicken barbecue will be held at the Town of Broome Volunteer Fire Department, 453 State Route 145 in Middleburgh on Sunday, September 1 from 11 AM until 4 PM.

Thursday 9/12

  • Delaware County Public Health will hold a free rabies clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets at the Stamford Fire Hall, 111 Main Street in Stamford on Thursday, September 12 from 5-7 PM. Call (607) 832-5200 with any questions.

Wednesday 9/18

  • The Greene County Public Health Department will hold a rabies clinic at Angelo Canna Town Park, 82 Joseph D. Spencer Lane in Cairo on Wednesday, September 18 from 5-7 PM. Pre-registration is required by calling (518) 719-3600. Donations requested. All proceeds go to Public Health. Bring proof of your pet’s prior vaccination (certificate, not tag) for a 3-year certificate. If no record is presented, your pet will be given a 1-year certificate. All cats, dogs and ferrets are required to be vaccinated for rabies starting at 12 weeks old. If you are feeding a stray, please bring them to be vaccinated. This is a drive-up only clinic. You must wear a face mask and remain inside your vehicle at all times. Please be prepared with proper leashes, carriers and muzzles, if necessary, for your animals to keep them and others safe.

Saturday 9/21

  • The Coxsackie Riverside Festival will take place at Riverside Park, 1 Betke Boulevard in Coxsackie on Saturday, September 21 from 11 AM until 10 PM. The day will feature live music, food vendors, craft vendors, and fireworks. Admission is free.
  • The Charlotteville Fire Department will hold a chicken and biscuit dinner at their firehouse, 634 Charlotte Valley Road in Charlotteville on Saturday, September 21 from 5-7 PM to benefit the Charlotteville Cemetery Association.


OCTOBER

Sunday 10/13

  • An all-you-can-eat breakfast will be served at the Town of Broome Volunteer Fire Department, 453 State Route 145 in Middleburgh on Sunday, October 13 from 7:30-11 AM. Future breakfasts will be held on the second Sunday of every other month.

Saturday 10/19

  • The Charlotteville Fire Department will hold a roast pork buffet dinner at their firehouse, 634 Charlotte Valley Road in Charlotteville on Saturday, October 19 from 5-7 PM.


NOVEMBER

Sunday 11/3 – Daylight Saving Time ends, set your clocks back 1 hour & change the batteries in your smoke & CO detectors

Friday 11/15

  • The Charlotteville Fire Department will hold a roast pork and ham buffet dinner at their firehouse, 634 Charlotte Valley Road in Charlotteville on Friday, November 15 from 5-7 PM.

Sunday 11/17

  • The Charlotteville Fire Department will hold a pancake breakfast at their firehouse, 634 Charlotte Valley Road in Charlotteville on Sunday, November 17 from 8-11 AM.


DECEMBER

Sunday 12/8

  • The final all-you-can-eat breakfast of 2024 will be served at the Town of Broome Volunteer Fire Department, 453 State Route 145 in Middleburgh on Sunday, December 8 from 7:30-11 AM.


American Red Cross Blood Drives

Please note that appointments should be made as soon as possible. Time slots are quickly filling up and the blood drive you wish to attend may have a limited number of remaining time slots available or may already be full.

Appointments are required. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit https://www.RedCrossBlood.org/ to make an appointment to donate blood. Identification is required at the time of donation. The need for blood is constant – patients need your help.

Individuals who are at least 17 years of age (16 with parental permission in NY), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and donors 18 years of age and younger also must meet certain height and weight requirements.

May

  • Monday, May 6 from 9 AM until 2 PM at the Carriage House, Jay Gould Memorial Church, 53837 State Highway 30 in Roxbury.
  • Thursday, May 9 from 1-6 PM at the Hudson Elks Lodge No. 787, 201 Harry Howard Avenue in Hudson.
  • Monday, May 13 from 12-5 PM at the Catskill Elks Lodge Hall, 45 North Jefferson Avenue in Catskill.
  • Wednesday, May 15 from 10:30 AM until 3:30 PM at the Greene County Sheriffs, 45 Haverly Memorial Drive in Coxsackie.
  • Wednesday, May 15 from 1-6 PM at the Columbia-Greene Board of Realtors, 337 Fairview Avenue in Hudson.
  • Wednesday, May 22 from 9 AM until 2 PM at Hudson High School, 215 Harry Howard Avenue in Hudson.
  • Wednesday, May 22 from 10 AM until 3 PM at CMH Support Services Building, 65 Prospect Avenue in Hudson.
  • Friday, May 24 from 1:30-6:30 PM at the Margaretville Fire Department, 77 Church Street in Margaretville.
  • Friday, May 31 from 1-6 PM at the Cairo Town Hall, 512 Main Street in Cairo.

June

July

August

  • Friday, August 23 from 1-6 PM at the Town of Ashland Ambulance, 12094 Route 23 in Ashland.

September

October

November

  • Friday, November 22 from 1-6 PM at the Town of Ashland Ambulance, 12094 Route 23 in Ashland.

December