| Every Fri | SEAFOOD AND CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL. Thayer Hotel, West Point. 845-446-4731. www.thethayerhotel.com |
| Every Fri-Sun | SYMBOLS OF NEW YORK. Learn interesting facts about our state symbols. Come for an interactive exhibit featuring the state bird, mammal, flower and more. 12PM-4PM. The Hudson Highlands Nature Museum’ Ogden Gallery, Cornwall-on-Hudson. 845-534-5506. www.museumhudsonhighlands.org |
| Every Sat-Sun thru Dec 16th | ANTIQUE FAIR & FLEA MARKET. Rain or shine. No pets. 8AM-3PM. Orange County Fairgrounds, Middletown. 845-227-1154. |
| Thurs-Sun thru Jan 6 | 7TH ANNUAL JURIED SMALL WORKS EXHIBITION. 11AM-6PM. Bertoni Gallery, Sugar Loaf. 845-469-0993. www.bertonigallery.com |
| Nov 4-Dec 13 Mon-Fri | THE EMOTIONALISTS. An exhibition of fifteen artists from six countries – paintings, sculpture, graphics, photography. Hours M-Th 9AM-8PM, Fri 9AM-5PM. Orange Hall Gallery. SUNY Orange, Middletown. 845-341-4891. www.sunyorange.edu |
| Every Sat-Sun | MEET THE ANIMALS. Join the staff for feeding time at the indoor pond and then meet the animal of the week! 2:30PM. The Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, Cornwall. 845-534-5506. www.museumhudsonhighlands.org |
| Nov 30 – Dec 2 Fri-Sun | CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE. Santa arrives at the Village! The museum is lit in a warm winter glow. Come capture the holiday spirit. Fri 6-9PM. Sat 4-8PM. Sun 2-5PM. Museum Village, Monroe. 845-782-8247. www.museumvillage.org |
| Dec 1 Sat | WREATH AND HOLIDAY DECORATING WORKSHOP. Learn how to make your own beautiful wreath with greens from your yard. Garland and topiary centerpiece making demonstrations. Reservations required. 11AM-2PM. 845-457-4905. |
| Dec 2 Sat | GRAND MONTGOMERY CHAMBER SERIES. Delaware Valley Opera Company’s production of “Naught Operetta,” a revue of songs by Victor Herbert and Sigmund Romberg with Jody Weatherstone, Anthony Daino, and Mark Gargiulo with Jim Blanton at the piano. 8PM. New Senior Center, Montgomery. 845-457-9867. |
| Dec 1-2 Sat-Sun | OPEN HOUSE ON THE FARM. Cooking demonstrations and more using local, seasonal products. Christmas Trees, wreaths, craft fair with local artisans. W. Rogowski Farm, Pine Island. 845-258-4574. www.rogwskifarm.com |
| Dec 2 Sun | OLD FASHIONED HOLIDAY CELEBRATION. Carol singing, holiday stories, goodies with recipes, St. Nicholas. 3PM. Town of Deerpark Museum, Huguenot. 845-856-2702. |
| Dec 2 Sun | HARMONIC HEALING CONCERT WITH TIBETAN SINGING BOWLS. An opportunity for meditation and relaxation as you absorb the healing sounds of Tibetan singing bowls. 8PM. Blooming Grove United Church Christ. 845-496-9311. www.bgucc.com |
| Dec 7 Fri | PEARL HARBOR DAY. Recalling the opening of World War II. 1-4PM. National Purple Heart Hall of Honor, Vails Gate. 877-284-6667. www.friendsofpalisades.org |
| Dec 8 Sat | GILLINDER GLASS FACTORY TOUR. Watch hand-blown glass demonstrations, tour the factory and visit the store. 10AM–3PM. Gillinder Glass, Port Jervis. 845-856-5375. www.gillinderglassstore.com |
| Dec 8, 9, 15, 16 Sat-Sun | CANDLELIGHT TOURS. This 18th Century homestead is never more charming than when they “deck the halls” for the holidays and the house is lit by candles and the blazing fireplaces! Sat 3-7PM, Sun Noon-4PM. Hill-Hold, Campbell Hall. 845-291-2404. |
| Dec 9 Sun | AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS. Presented by the Opera Company of the Highlands. The Classic family tale of the miracle of love featuring a lame boy, his impoverished mother and the three wise men.. 4PM. St. Mary’s Church, Tuxedo. 845-913-7994. www.operacompanyofthehighlands.org |
| Dec 9 Sun | WINTER WITH THE WASHINGTONS. Visit the Hasbrouck House, fragrantly decorated for yuletide. Enjoy live music for the holidays. Cider and cookies will be served outside. 3-6PM.Washington’s Headquarters, Newburgh. 845-562-1195. www.friendsofpalisades.org |
| Dec 14-16 Fri-Sun | AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS. Presented by the Opera Company of the Highlands. The Classic family tale of the miracle of love featuring a lame boy, his impoverished mother and the three wise men. 7PM on Dec. 14 and 15. 3PM on Dec. 16. St. George’s Episcopal Church, Newburgh. 845-913-7994. www.operacompanyofthehighlands.org |
| Dec 15 Sat | NATURE PROGRAM: “A VERY BEARY HOLIDAY”. 11AM-3PM. Trailside Museums in Bear Mountain State Park. 845-786-2701 x265. www.friendsofpalisades.org |
| Dec 22 Sat | CHRISTMAS WITH THE ELLISONS. Candlelight tours and live music. 5:30-8:30PM. Knox’s Headquarters, Vails Gate. 845-561-5498. www.friendsofpalisades.org |
| Dec 26-28 Wed-Fri | HOLIDAYS AT THE HEADQUARTERS. Hourly tours amid 18th C. decorations. Knox’s Headquarters, Vails Gate. 845-561-5498. www.friendsofpalisades.org |
| Dec 26-28 Wed-Fri | HOLLY DAY TOURS. 10AM-4:30PM.(last tour at 3PM) Washington’s Headquarters, Newburgh. 845-562-1195. www.friendsofpalisades.org |