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Burns Supper
Enjoy an evening of Scottish traditions with dancing, bagpipes, food, and fun at this Burns Supper. A limited number of tickets remain for this celebration. Additional information is available on the flyer.
Mahoney's Irish Pub & SteakhouseThe Sixside Market
Rooted in Poughkeepsie’s Sixth Ward, this year-round community farmers market brings together local farmers, food producers, artisans, and small businesses in a welcoming neighborhood setting. Browse fresh produce, prepared foods and baked goods, along with handmade items from community-minded vendors. Food is available on site, including Sundaze Burgers and Blend Smoothie & Salad Bar. Early in the season the market is held indoors. The atmosphere is family-friendly, and pets are welcome. Vendors may apply to participate.
The AcademyHandbuilt Ceramic Travel Tumblers
Explore handbuilding as you create a ceramic travel tumbler with a functional attached lid in a single-session workshop led by instructor Alexis Babian. Using slab construction, you will shape and refine your form, add surface decoration, and choose either a studio glaze or decorative underglaze painting to personalize the finish. The class welcomes beginners as well as experienced makers, and no prior ceramics background is needed. All materials are provided, including clay, glaze, and firing. Finished pieces will be fired and ready for pickup about three weeks after the workshop.
Clay WorksMagnolia Party Brunch
The Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center hosts its annual Magnolia Party Brunch, a celebratory gathering across the center’s two historic Victorian Italianate buildings. Festivities begin in the VBI Theater with a live performance by the Hudson Valley Gospel Festival Choir together with Sisters in Spirit, then continue with a brunch in the Grand Parlor. Community honorees include Dr. Maung Htoo, president of the Vassar Brothers Institute, and Ray Watkins, a musician, vocalist, and community arts leader. Tickets are $75 per person or $140 per couple, available through Eventbrite with a processing fee or by check via the CHAC office at 845-486-4571. The ticket price includes a brunch and beverage menu along with chances to win door prizes donated by community business partners. No door sales.
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