CLASSIC CRUISERS CAR CRUISE
Every Thursday from April 14 - October 6
Check out the Classic Cruisers Car Crusise shows from 6:00pm - 9:00pm at the famous 84 Diner, Route 52 off exit 12 on I-84. Trophies, music, giveaways! All cars, trucks, bikes and spectators are welcome. For more information, call Butch at 845-721-7190

POUGHKEEPSIE FARMERS MARKET
Fridays June 3 through October 28
The Poughkeepsie Farmers Market, located at Pulaski Park and the Walkway Over the Hudson, will feature over a dozen vendors with fresh produce, eggs and meat direct from the farm and other artisan creations including bread, wine and cheeses. Visit farmproject.org for more information

ROSENDALE FARMERS MARKET
Sundays June 5 through October 30
Stop by the Rosendale Farmers Market from 9:00am - 2:00pm, rain or shine in the parking lot of the Rosendale Community Center, 1055 Route 32. Live music, freshest locally grown food in the Hudson Valley. Join them on Facebook or call 845-339-0819

L. CPL. JOHN CURTAIN FUNDRAISER
Going on now
Fundraising efforts are in place for L. Cpl. John Curtain, a 20 year old Wingdale native who loss both his legs stepping on an explosive in Afghanistan. To make a donation, send it to Carmen Ramputi Det. 861, Marine Corps. League, P.O. Box 96, Beacon, NY 12508. Call 914-204-1619 for further details

WEIGHT SUPPORT GROUP
Thursdays
Weight Support Group meetings, TOPS NY Chapter 1242 take place Thursdays 6-7:30PM at Hyde Park United Methodist Church, Room 107B. It is a nonprofit weight loss support and education group. $26 annual registration; $3 weekly chapter dues. Visit www.tops.org for more information.

NEW PALTZ JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
Saturday, July 2nd
The Ulster County Fair Grounds welcomes all to a July 4th celebration on Saturday the 2nd starting at 4 pm. Performances include their lead band 'The Holms Brothers' and their high school band 'The Impulse and Big Joe Fitts.' Activities include clown and face painting and sand art for the young ones. Food is provided by Ellia's Texas Connection, Caribbean Cuisine and Rainbow Confections. The fireworks will begin at 9:30 pm.

HIGHLAND GRANGE PANCAKED BREAKFAST
Sunday July 3
Highland Grange will host a Pancake Breakfast at the Grange, 620 Old New Paltz Road in Highland. 8:00am - Noon, adults - $5.00, children 6 to 12 - $3.50, children 5 and udner - free! Pancakes, french toast, eggs, sausage and toast. For more details, call 845-691-7072

WASHINGTON HEADQUARTER'S INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Monday July 4
Celebrate the 4th of July at Washinton's Headquarters in New Windsor. From the family pagent, to sing-a-longs and a celbration parade. It's a Red, White and Blue Celebration with trivial, tours, amd more! Cap the night off with a spectacular fireworks display!For more on the Independence Day Celebration, visit www.nysparks.come or call Kathleen at 845-562-1195

LAGRANGE CHALLENGER SUMMER BOWLING
July 5 through August 9
This is a summer bowling league for children with special needs. From July 5 through August 9, come out and bowl every Tuesday night at 7:00pm at Holiday Bowl on Rt. 9 in Wappingers Falls. Please fill out registration form and return with registration fee to Sharon Beale at 74 Mandalay Drive, Poughkeepsie by June 3 (checks payable to LaGrange Challenger Bowling Club, Inc.) For more information, call Sharon or Kurt Beale at (845) 452-5802.

FATHERS' RIGHTS ASSOCIATION OF NYS, MID-HUDSON VALLEY CHAPTER
Wednesday July 6
Parents, spouses and extended and blended families are invited to attend the monthy meeting from 5:30p - 8:30p at the Blodgett Memorial Library, 37 Broad Street, Fishkill. This organizaiton advocates for parents who want to have an active role in thier children's lives and the child's right to both parents. For more information, contact Maria Rauch at 845-240-1372 or www.macenylaw.com/organizations.htm for more details

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF DUTCHESS COUNTY
Thursday July 7
The regular monthly information meeting of Habitate for Humanity of Dutchess County will be held at Beulah Baptist Church, 92 Catharine Street in Poughkeepsie at 7:30pm. This meeting is open to all prospective familes and voluntters. For questions or directions, call the Habitat office at 845-221-0126

HIGHLAND GRANGE SOCIAL FUNDRAISER
Saturday July 9
This event will take place at the Highland Grange, 620 Old New Paltz Road in Highland. Doors open at 5:30pm, food available and for more details, call 845-691-7072

PET AND WILDLIFE EXPO
Saturday July 9
The Safe Haven Animal Shelter and Wildlife Center Second Annual Pet and Wildlife Expo will take place at the at the East Fishkill Community Center 890 Rte. 82 in Hopewell Junction. There will be pet vendors, music, food and a "Strut your Mutt" at 12:00.Visit www.safehaven4animal.org for more information

14TH ANNUAL MARKERTEK OPEN CHARITABLE GOLF CLASSIC
Saturday July 9
The golf classic will benefit the Food Bank of the Hudson Valley. Consistently rated "the BEST golf tournament - ever," the Markertek Open is a full 18-hold golf classic including cart, practice range, food and snacks, and an awards banquet. Registration and Driving Range is at 8:30a, with a 10:00a tee-off. For more information contact Victoria Langling at victoria@markertek.com or (845) 246-3036 ext. 7333.

BEACON DUATHLON/TRIATHLON
Sunday July 10
The Beacon Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the Beacon Duathlon, which includes a 1mile run, 11mile bike, and 3 mile run, and a Triathlon, which includes a 500yd swim, 11mile bike, and 3 mile run. For more information, visit www.beacontri.com

ORANGE COUNTY FARMERS MUSEUM CAR SHOW
Sunday July 10
It's the annual Car Show at the Orange County Farmers Museum, 850 Route 17K in Montgomery, from 10:00am - 4:00m. Visit www.ocfarmersmuseum.com for more information

PREGANCY SUPPORT CENTER FUNDRAISER
Tuesday July 12
The Pregnancy Support Center of Ulster County will be holding a fundraiser Sunset Cruise on "The Teal". The cruise leaves the dock at 1 Broadway in Kingston, boarding at 6:30pm, setting sail from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. DJ Dancing, food and more, $25.00 per person. To obtain tickets, visit www.isupportpscuc.org or call 845-255-8252. Seating is limited

ELANT GOLF OPEN
Thursday July 14
Join the Elant for their annual Golf Open to benefit the Elant Foundation at Dutchess Golf and Country Club with Special Guest, Fred W. Schaeffer from the Walkway Over the Hudson. For a sponsorship, donation or to schedule your foursome, visit www.elantfoundation.org or call 845-360-1410

ULSTER COUNTY POMONA SOCIAL FUNDRAISER
Saturday July 16
This event will take place at the Highland Grange, 620 Old New Paltz Road in Highland. Doors open at 5:30pm, food available and for more details on their scholarship fundraiser, call 845-691-7072

STORM KING FAIR
Wednesday July 20  - Saturday July 23
Come enjoy rides, fireworks, food, music, and more at this year's Storm King Fair, located at the C-O-H School located on 233 Hudson St. (Route 218). Fireworks show will be Saturday, July 23rd. No entry fee! For more information, including live music performances and other event dates, visit http://www.stormkingfire.org/home.php.

HUDSON VALLEY BIKE SAFETY RIDE
Sunday July 24
Join Blue Belt Janicik for their first annual Hudson Valley Bike Safety Ride on the Walkway Over the Hudson. Visit www.bikesafetyandawarness.com for the details, to register and sponsorships.

7TH ANNUAL AUTISM AWARENESS GOLF TOURNAMENT
Monday July 25
Join the Parents of Autistic Children- Hudson Valley and Autism Directory Service, Inc for the tournament at Casperkill Golf Club to benefit families throughout the Hudson Valley who are living with autism. For more information contact Susan at boffolis@aol.com , 914-649-4843 or Donna at 914-489-0426

RUN AND BIKE RAFFLE
Sunday July 31
It's the 17th Annual Ride to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital presented by the Wurtsboro Chapter of the Harley Owners Group. Registration begins at 9:00am at O'Toole's Harley Davidson, 4 Sullivan Street in Wurtsboro. $20.00 per person, children under 12 are free. Party to follow at Mamakating Town Park

MVP HEALTHCARE AND KINGSTON HOPSITAL FOUNDATION'S 11TH ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC
Wednesday August 3
This year's golf outing takes place at Apple Greens Golf Course. For a registration form, request a plare and for more details, visit www.foudnationupdate.org or call 845-334-2760

FATHERS' RIGHTS ASSOCIATION OF NYS, MID-HUDSON VALLEY CHAPTER
Wednesday August 3
Parents, spouses and extended and blended families are invited to attend the monthy meeting from 5:30p - 8:30p at the Blodgett Memorial Library, 37 Broad Street, Fishkill. This organizaiton advocates for parents who want to have an active role in thier children's lives and the child's right to both parents. For more information, contact Maria Rauch at 845-240-1372 or www.macenylaw.com/organizations.htm for more details

FATHERS' RIGHTS ASSOCIATION OF NYS, MID-HUDSON VALLEY CHAPTER
Wednesday September 7
Parents, spouses and extended and blended families are invited to attend the monthy meeting from 5:30p - 8:30p at the Blodgett Memorial Library, 37 Broad Street, Fishkill. This organizaiton advocates for parents who want to have an active role in thier children's lives and the child's right to both parents. For more information, contact Maria Rauch at 845-240-1372 or www.macenylaw.com/organizations.htm for more details

MUSIC FESTIVAL
Saturday September 10
Experience live music from OrCA Blues Band, and take part in on-hand-demos from chiropractors, massage therapists, FREE yoga classes and more! Festival begins at 3pm at Freedom Park in Poughkeepsie. For more information, call (845) 483-9500 or send an email to liakitson@gmail.com.

FATHERS' RIGHTS ASSOCIATION OF NYS, MID-HUDSON VALLEY CHAPTER
Wednesday October 5
Parents, spouses and extended and blended families are invited to attend the monthy meeting from 5:30p - 8:30p at the Blodgett Memorial Library, 37 Broad Street, Fishkill. This organizaiton advocates for parents who want to have an active role in thier children's lives and the child's right to both parents. For more information, contact Maria Rauch at 845-240-1372 or www.macenylaw.com/organizations.htm for more details

VAL-KILL MEDAL CEREMONY
Sunday October 16
Come support and honor those individuals who will be recognized for their contributionts to society in the arts, education, citizenship, and other huminatarian concerns. The cermony begins at 12pm under the tent at Val-Kill in Hyde Park. For more information, email info@ervk.org or call (845)229-5302.

FATHERS' RIGHTS ASSOCIATION OF NYS, MID-HUDSON VALLEY CHAPTER
Wednesday November 2
Parents, spouses and extended and blended families are invited to attend the monthy meeting from 5:30p - 8:30p at the Blodgett Memorial Library, 37 Broad Street, Fishkill. This organizaiton advocates for parents who want to have an active role in thier children's lives and the child's right to both parents. For more information, contact Maria Rauch at 845-240-1372 or www.macenylaw.com/organizations.htm for more details

FATHERS' RIGHTS ASSOCIATION OF NYS, MID-HUDSON VALLEY CHAPTER
Wednesday December 7
Parents, spouses and extended and blended families are invited to attend the monthy meeting from 5:30p - 8:30p at the Blodgett Memorial Library, 37 Broad Street, Fishkill. This organizaiton advocates for parents who want to have an active role in thier children's lives and the child's right to both parents. For more information, contact Maria Rauch at 845-240-1372 or www.macenylaw.com/organizations.htm for more details