Happy weekend, Poughkeepsie! In today’s happening-today edition: A $5 million scratch-off win, day of the summer witch, and circus Vazquez + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Prom night moments captured: Beacon High students celebrated prom at The Grandview in Poughkeepsie on June 18, with smiles, selfies, and sunset views. See standout looks and joyful moments in photos -- see the photo highlights.
Lucky streak continues: Red Hook’s Daniel Simmons won a $5 million NY Lottery scratch-off at Walmart. It was Dutchess County’s second big win this year, and Mystery Multiplier still has prizes -- read the full story.
Next steps for Rhinebeck: After the state Supreme Court dismissed Rhinebeck’s lawsuit over the proposed 65-unit Six Senses resort, Supervisor Elizabeth Spinzia plans a public discussion of the ruling and required Town Board review -- see the Rhinebeck response.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Nature fix, no big trip: If you want a low-stress reset close to town, Camp Victory Lake is a nonprofit Christian camp and retreat center in Hyde Park with lodge-style rooms, rustic cabins, meeting spaces, and a waterfront vibe. Great for church groups, family retreats, or planning something peaceful with your people.
Rolls meet boils: Whether you’re craving classic rolls or ready to tackle a messy Cajun seafood boil, Ginza sushi & Cajun seafood pulls off the combo with fresh fish and zero pretension. Pair it with a cold beer, a glass of wine, or hot sake and call it a weeknight win.
Local fairway fix: When you need a quick reset without leaving town, McCann Memorial Golf Course serves up an 18-hole public layout, a real practice range, lessons, and weekday leagues. Hit the pro shop, grab a snack, and make Poughkeepsie your home course energy this week.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🐕 Bark & Bargains @ Loockerman Avenue | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Think you can pass up Bark & Bargains, a community yard sale funding rescue pups? Loockerman Ave turns into a neighborly treasure hunt where your next casserole dish, beach read, or retro lamp also covers kibble, vet bills, and shelter. And yes, no early birds.
🧙 Day of the Summer Witch @ Witchcraft District Bazaar | Saturday (6/20) at 11:00 AM – Swap sunscreen for spellcraft at Poughkeepsie’s Witchcraft District Bazaar, where midsummer goes full goth with ritual teas, apothecary goodies, divination, and a solstice ritual at high noon. Madame Ophelia reads, you browse, we all embrace our inner witch, then grab coffee like civilized heathens.
🤹 Circus Vazquez @ Poughkeepsie Galleria | Saturday (6/20) at 4:00 PM – Nothing beats a classic big top popping up at the Poughkeepsie Galleria, and Circus Vazquez delivers the kind of jaw-drop you will not find on Netflix. Expect acrobats, live music, daring stunts, and that sweet popcorn smell, all without braving the city.
💃 Swing Dance Extravaganza @ Locust Grove Estate | Saturday (6/20) at 7:00 PM – Locust Grove turns its ballroom into a swing dance playground with Danny Lipsitz and the Brass Tacks, plus a Lindy workshop with Got2Lindy and a beginner lesson. Picnic on the lawn, tour the mansion, then dance like your grandparents, with better shoes, no partner required.
🎸 Bands in the Sand: Fusion at Casperkill @ Casperkill Country Club | Saturday (6/20) at 7:00 PM – Grab your lawn chair and hit the sand at DC Sports in Wappingers, where Fusion supplies your summer soundtrack. Expect high-energy hits, deep grooves, and your choice of volleyball, mini-golf, or a cold drink with toes in the sand. No shore traffic, just satisfaction.
🎹 BachFest 2026 - Bach the Virtuoso @ St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church | Sunday (6/21) at 3:00 PM – Grab a pew and let Bach do the talking, as organ, harpsichord, and piano trade gems at BachFest. Co-signed by the local organ guild, it is elegant, brainy, and oddly restorative, like a long nap without the guilt.
👨 Family Free Night @ Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum | Sunday (6/21) at 5:30 PM – Free museum night for the littles, every third Sunday, because culture counts as bedtime prep. The galleries stay open late, admission is on the house, and it is designed for families with kids ages 0 to 12. Parents supervise, wallets relax, everyone sleeps better. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — The Poughkeepsie report Weather forecastToday — High: 80°F — Low: 57°F — Precip: 2%
Sunny, with a high near 80. West wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 57. West wind 1 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 83°F — Low: 58°F — Precip: 8%
Sunny, with a high near 83. West wind 1 to 6 mph. Later: A chance of rain showers after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. This house is wildThis spacious Town of Poughkeepsie raised ranch offers nearly 2,000 square feet in the Hyde Park School District, set on a level quarter-acre lot. Hardwood floors, new stainless steel appliances, and a screened-in covered deck add everyday appeal, while the lower level brings a fourth bedroom, den, full bath, and oversized two-car garage.
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