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Aesthetic/Genetic: New Exhibit Highlights Group of Hoosick-Based Artists

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by Deb Alter

Everyone knows that Grandma Moses was discovered in Hoosick Falls, but she is not the only important artist who lived in Hoosick.

A current exhibition at the Blue Hill Art and Cultural Center in Pearl River, New York highlights a group of artists with close ties to each other and to Hoosick. Jose de Creeft (1884-1982) his wife, Lorrie Goulet, his daughter, Donna Maria de Creeft, have work in this exhibit, which is entitled “Aesthetic/Genetic: Artist Families and their Circles”. Also featured in the show are de Creeft’s protegé, Gary L. Sussman, his wife, Barbara Jacobs Sussman (the curator of the exhibit), and their son, Spencer Jay Sussman.  [Read more…] about Aesthetic/Genetic: New Exhibit Highlights Group of Hoosick-Based Artists

“Moon Over Buffalo” At The Theater Barn

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Theater Barn Announces 2015 Season

The Theater Barn is pleased to announce that its 32nd  Anniversary Season opens on Friday, June 26 at 8 pm.  Following the show the audience is invited to stay for a complementary wine and cheese reception with the cast of the comedy Moon Over Buffalo to kick off its exciting season.  As always, 2015 will feature two area premieres, lots of laughs, great music and an Agatha Christie mystery. [Read more…] about “Moon Over Buffalo” At The Theater Barn

Hoosick Falls Cafe Moves To New Location

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by Deb Alter

Bagel and Brew, a John Street staple for the last six years, has moved to Elm Street, across from the Armory. Owners Rick and Pam Cuddihy are happy in their new home. “We liked John Street, but this is really a better location,” Rick said. “There’s plenty of easy parking in our lot, so customers don’t have to search for a space or walk any distance.” It is especially good for older folks, they explained, since the parking is so easy and everything is handicapped accessible. Since moving the cafe to the new location, they have nearly doubled their clientele. In addition to the improved parking and bigger space, they feel that this part of downtown Hoosick Falls has a lot of potential for business growth. [Read more…] about Hoosick Falls Cafe Moves To New Location

Wire Wrapping Workshop In Grafton

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Wire wrapping of beautiful stones has been around for centuries, and the simple beauty of a wire wrapped pendant is a piece of jewelry anyone would love! The Grafton Community Library will present an introductory Wire Wrapping Workshop on Saturday, June 27 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.  Instruction will cover basic wire wrapping techniques using sterling silver [Read more…] about Wire Wrapping Workshop In Grafton

Tour Of Bennington Battlefield And Monument

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by Bea Peterson

Saturday, June 20, was a lovely day and families visiting the Bennington Battlefield in the morning had an opportunity to hear how and why the Battle of Bennington took place in Walloomsac, NY. Well known historic interpreter Phyllis Chapman, dressed in colonial attire and equipped with maps and tiny soldiers, explained how the British wished to divide the northern colonies from the southern colonies by cutting out and occupying  the colony of New York. [Read more…] about Tour Of Bennington Battlefield And Monument

The Wizard Of Oz Comes To Petersburgh!

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On Tuesday, June 30 at 7 pm everyone is invited to a very special program.  Join The Puppet People as they follow the yellow brick road to The Emerald City and beyond in the magical Land of Oz and bring to life this literary classic! See Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion learn about home, courage, heart and smarts! [Read more…] about The Wizard Of Oz Comes To Petersburgh!