The Dutchess County-Poughkeepsie Land Bank has been awarded a $1.07 million grant through the New York State Homes and Community Renewals (HCR) Land Bank Initiative.
The Dutchess County-Poughkeepsie Land Bank, a partnership between Dutchess County and the City of Poughkeepsie, works to “promote equitable and sustainable development through the rehabilitation of vacant, […]
In honor of Photographer Appreciation Month in October, we’re highlighting some of our local photographers. Get to know more about Marlena Aakjar of Photos by Marlena below!
Your name and type of camera you use / prefer?
Marlena Aakjar | Photos by Marlena, I use a Nikon D850
What type of photography do you most often do […]
In honor of Photographer Appreciation Month in October, we’re highlighting some of our local photographers. Get to know more about Christopher Hodson of @cookedinconnecticut below.
Your name and type of camera you use / prefer?
Christopher Hodson. I use canon products because they are what I know and prefer. I currently use a Rebel T7i […]
In honor of Photographer Appreciation Month in October, we’re highlighting some of our local photographers. Get to know more about Hillsdale, NY-based photographer Jen Wakamatsu of JenniWaka Photography below.
Your name and type of camera you use / prefer?
Jennifer Wakamatsu and I use a Canon 5dMkiii.
What type of photography do you most often do or prefer […]
Upstate Now: Art, Design, and Rural Life in the Hudson Valley and Catskills, a coffee table book providing photographs and stories about place, community, and living a creative life in the Hudson Valley, was released on September 16.
The book, by Michel Arnaud and Jane Creech, offers an intimate and […]
“In 2020, my friend and I were working on a plan to close down the street for a big hospitality event. We would have one giant table that would showcase chefs, sommeliers, and wine and hospitality professionals. Thus, the Ten Mile Table,” says Erika DaSilva of the name of her new wine shop […]
Charlene Chai knew next to nothing about mushrooms when she joined Tivoli Mushrooms, based in Hillsdale, NY. She didn’t let that stop her, though, and soon thereafter, Charlene agreed to build out the medicinal brand of Tivoli Mushrooms, GO Mushrooms.
Charlene first met Devon Gilroy, former chef and founder of Tivoli Mushrooms, […]
The 12th annual Berkshire Pottery Tour is scheduled to take place on September 27 and 28 from 10am to 5pm, offering a unique experience that showcases the craftsmanship of 16 regional potters. This year’s tour features eight stops and sixteen potters on a self-guided tour.
The event allows the public to explore […]
Sean Griffin has been steeped in traditional Irish music since he was a child. However, Griffin wasn’t motivated to make music himself until he discovered punk and alternative rock as a teenager. After moving to New York City in 1998, Griffin formed Celtic rock band the Ruffians, with which he would go on […]
Above: The critically acclaimed “A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation,” features a cast of world champion Irish dancers. Seen here is “Fincencore” featuring Cian Walsh and the ensemble. Photo by Chris Hardy.
A Taste of Ireland – The Irish Music & Dance Sensation will be returning to Massachusetts this September. Hailed […]