Family Fridays: Fall Festival 9/24/11 Esopus, NY

Esopus Fall Festival and Town Wide Yard Sale:

Town wide yard sales, events for children at Ross Park, flea market at MedRex location, car show at Frozen Rainbow, Methodist Church Apple Pie sale and evening dinner.

 

 

Family Fridays: Kids and Family Day 9/10/11 Saugerties, NY

 

On Saturday, September 10, TheKids' Family Day event takes place at the Cantine Veterans Memorial Sports Complex, Washington Ave. Ext., in Saugerties, between the hours of 11a.m. to 6 p.m., rain or shine. The event focuses on partnership; inspiration, education, health, safety and the environment, with additional emphasis put on sustainable living, energy conservation, along with awareness, and go green. The event is dedicated to Pete Seeger, Spook Handy and David Amram. Admission is free to all and open to all families in The Hudson Valley and beyond. Music performances by Tom Chapin, Spook Handy, Mel and Vinne, Uncle Rock, Rat Boy Jr., Dan and The Rivertown Kids, and more will be joining us for a fun filled day. 
 
This is an event families throughout the Hudson Valley won't want to miss!!!

Family Fridays: Who doesn't love a Big, Red Truck!?! 8/27/11---Kingston,NY

8th Annual Antique Fire Engine Muster: Saturday. August 27th 10am-3pm
Celebrates the 350th Anniversary of the Kingston Fire Department. Vintage and Antique Fire Trucks on Display. Raffle for a Dexton Flaming-Red Special Deluxe Fire Truck Pedal Car. Volunteer Firemen’s Hall and Museum open all day!

Volunteer Fireman's Museum
265 Fair Street
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-0866
FREE!

Family Fridays: On the subject of Food!

The Little Farm Show
3 pm Saturday, August 20th
Catskill Art Society
48 Main Street
Livingston Manor.
Call (845)436-4227 for more information!

THE LITTLE FARM SHOW is an original musical theatre performance for all-ages created and performed by Tannis Kowalchuk and Brett Keyser. The actors play "the Amazing MacDonald Twins," a brother and sister team of side show performers who tour “the greatest show on dirt!” from town to town.

WHERE DOES YOUR FOOD COME FROM? NACL Theatre explores this question with an all-ages musical extravaganza about FARMING, FOOD, and the ENVIRONMENT. From the inception of the solar system, to sunset on Millicent’s farm, the Magnificent MacDonald Twins give audiences a whirlwind tour of “The Greatest Show on Dirt!”

Family Fridays: The River Pool in Beacon, NY

Thanks to Family Friendly Hudson Valley's facebook page, I read about this great concept that's re-emerging in the Hudson Valley. 

This exciting and innovative structure is intended to provide a safe area for swimming and wading in the Hudson River for people of all ages and to promote use, awareness and stewardship of the Hudson River. 

You can find out more by visiting the official River Pool website!

Family Fridays: Steamboat Days 8/6/11--Kingston, NY

Experience what life was like on the Hudson River over a hundred years ago when steam was supreme!  Free rides on authentic steamboats on first-come, first-served ticketed basis.  11am-4pm.

Hudson River Maritime Museum
Kingston, NY 12401
845-338-0071

Family Fridays: Pegs in the Park!

I picked up Pegs in the Park at a yard sale last week for just $1 and it has fast become a family favorite.  According to the box it's recommended for ages 4-8, but my two year old can play with just a little help!
It's an excellent game for counting.  But, the thing I really love is that one round of the game takes about ten minutes, which is perfect for keeping the attention of my 5 year old.  She tends to loose focus on longer games and ends up in tears. This was definitely a dollar well spent!

Family Fridays: 40 Drives in New York

Colorful, Charming, Quirky: 40 drive-to gems in New York State by Car & Travel Original Publish Date - June 2011

We asked colleagues; we traveled; we came up with the 40 coolest spots in the Empire State. We ignored internationally known “sights,” instead choosing those standing tall because of beauty, tranquility, excitement, even, idiosyncrasy. Of course you disagree with the list, so what would you add? Write to the editor, or e-mail us at CarandTravel@aaany.com.

You can view the article here!

Family Fridays: Well, errr, umm, Saturday!

5-8pm Saturday, July 16th
Free admission to the Mid-Hudson Children's Museum
75 North Water St.
Poughkeepsie, NY
(845)471-0889