On September 19, 2010, the Putnam Humane Society presents is annual, “Stutt Your Mutt” fundraising event at Veterans Memorial Park in Carmel, NY from 11am to 4pm.

Regristration fee is $10 per dog or $15 for a family of dogs.  People admission and parking are free.  Rain date is September 26, 2010.  There will be several dog contests such as longest hair, sloppiest kisser, softest coat, cutest puppy, mid-aged wonders, pet tricks, and more.  Over 200 raffle pizes will be given away.  There will also be an animal blessing, dog demonstrations, live music, and many vendors offering discounts. 

All proceeds benefit the Putnam Humane Society.  Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a nice day with your dog friends.

Watch last year’s video and see what the doggie excitment is all about

The Hudson River Valley Ramble celebrates the history, culture and natural resources of the Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area, as well as the amazing landscape, communities, and trails throughout the region.What began as a modest event that was held during one weekend in September, has grown in popularity and in numbers over the years. This year, the Ramble takes places over three weekends in September.  September  11 & 12, September 18 & 19 and September 25 & 26, 2010. Every year, participation continues to grow. ‘Ramblers’ come not only from the Hudson Valley region and New York State, but from other regions of the country as well to discover the riches our Valley has to offer.

Many Ramble events highlight themes such as the Revolutionary War, Great Estates, Hudson River School artists, Greenway Trails and the Hudson River Estuary. Whether you are interested in a challenging hike, bike or paddle, an inspiring walk through the grounds and homes of some of the Valley’s most notable artists, authors, and Great Americans, a trip back in time to experience the significant role the region played in the Revolutionary War, or a family-fun festival or river exploration event, the Hudson River Valley Ramble truly offers something for everyone.

In addition to many historic sites that are participating in the Ramble [CLICK HERE] for their calendar of events. the Fishkill Historical Society will be participating in the Dutch Heritage weekend September 11 th & 12th at the Van Wyck Homestead Museum. On September 11th & 12th at 2:00 PM, Firth Fabend will give a talk on the Hudson River Valley’s Dutch Culture. Guided Tours will be given in the Museum both days.

On September 18th & 19th the Fishkill Historical Societyand the Friends of the Fishkill Supply Depot will sponsor a Revolutionary War weekend dedicated to the thousands of Continental Soldiers and Militia Regiments who were stationed at the Fishkill Supply Depot (1776 – 1783). On Saturday, September 18th, the 5th New York Regiment – Revolutionary War re-enactors – will have an encampment at the Van Wyck Homestead Museum – from 10:00 AM until approximately 9:00 PM when “TAPS” will be played. Guided Tours will be given in the Museum both days.

Also on September 18th, a dramatization of the Major John Andre – Benedict Arnold Conspiracy (230th Anniversary re-enactment of their September 21st 1780 meeting and plot to allow the British to capture West Point) will be presented at 1:30 PM at the Van Wyck Homestead Museum.  Guided Tours of the Fishkill Supply Depot Headquarters i.e. the Van Wyck Homestead, and guided walking tours explaining the Fishkill Supply Depot, which was the largest supply camp of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, will be conducted until 7:00 PM.

The Van Wyck Homestead Museum located at 504 Route 9, Fishkill, New York, 12524 at the junction of I-84 and Route 9.  For more info call  845-896-9560.

Whatever your interest, the Hudson Valley Ramble has hundreds of activities for everyone to enjoy… so go out and explore the beautiful Hudson Valley.

Chili Lovers get ready for the 2nd Annual Carmel Rotary Club’s Chili Cookoff on Sunday, September 19, noon – 3pm, at Camp Herrlich, 101 Deacon Smith Hill Rd, in Patterson, NY.

Chili cooks, professionals and amateurs, are invited to enter the competition. The professional and amateur classes will be judged separately. Contest entry information is available at www.carmelrotarychili.info

For those who love to eat chili, this event will provide an affordable afternoon of chili tasting, fun, and entertainment. For the non- chili lovers, hot dogs will be served.

Enjoy an afternoon of live music provided by the Acme Acoustical Band in the relaxing setting of Camp Herrlich. Eddie Covelli, the Carmel Rotary Club’s Chili Cookoff Chairman said, “The proceeds from this event will help support the Carmel Rotary Club’s charitable giving to community organizations and projects in Putnam County.”

Tickets for the event are $8 per adult, advance purchase; $10 per adult at the door; $5 per child under age 15; and $25 for a family up to 5 people.

Advance ticket purchase information is available at www.carmelrotarychili.info or call Rose at 845-225-5114.

Event submitted by the Carmel Rotary.

Bicycle enthusiasts across the Northeast are gearing up in preparation for the 13th Annual Tour de Putnam Cycling Festival, the race designed by cyclists for cyclists. Kickstands go up at 8 a.m. at Veteran’s Memorial Park on Gipsy Trail Road in Kent, NY on Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010.

In the Tour de Putnam, cyclists have the opportunity to choose a route length to suit their own riding ability. Clearly marked and color coded 15, 30, 50, 75 or 100 mile routes take riders through breathtaking Putnam County countryside whose scenic roads weave and wind and are bordered by history itself. Mountain bikers will have their own woodland loop awaiting them as well. 

The SAG supported event will open for registration at 7:30 with staggered starting times beginning at 8. Pre-registration is $25; same day registration is $30. For an on-line registration form visit: http://www.visitputnam.org/. Registration includes a t-shirt, picnic lunch and entertainment by a Dixieland band.

Ride Info:
- Full SAG support
- Clearly marked, color coded routes
- Easy to follow cue sheets
- Bike mechanics courtesy of Bikeway (845) 621-2800
- Route sweeps
- Medical support
- Complimentary massages
- Access from the Southeast Station, on Metro-North’s “Harlem Line”
call 1-800-METRO-INFO
- Free Shuttle service from the Southeast Station with (reservations only),
call 800-470-4854 or 845-225-0381

Times
Check in and same day registration 7:30 to 9:00 am.
Food and water stations are open from 8:30 – 3:00 pm

Ride Start time
- 100 miles, 8 to 9 am
- 75 miles,  8 to 9 am
- 50 miles,  8:30 to 9:30 am
- 30 miles,  8:30 to 9:30 am
- 15 miles,  9:00 to 10:00 am

- Mountain Bike loops   9:30 am

Fees
Pre-registration $25.00
Same day registration $30.00

Registration includes t-shirt, picnic lunch, and Dixieland band. No children under 12. No bike trailers or child seats.

Free shuttle service from the Southeast Metro-North Train Station will be available but entrants are reminded to make reservations for the shuttle by calling: (800) 470-4854 or (845) 225-0381.

So strap the bikes onto the car or load them onto a Metro-North train but don’t miss a fabulous ride through Putnam County – where the country begins.

Resource: Marty Collins, The Putnam County Times;  http://www.visitputnam.org/

Photo credit: Tony Mazzariello

Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 26th, for the 23rd Annual Putnam Hospital Center Reservoir Classic, sponsored by the Carmel-Kent Lions Club. Sanctioned by the Westchester Road Runners, it will start and finish at Putnam Hospital Center on Stoneleigh Avenue in Carmel; the race route will run along the scenic Croton Falls Reservoir. Please CLICK HERE for an application.

Check-in will be held from 8:00 until 9:15 am. At 9:00 am, the PHC Reservoir Classic will kick off with a 2-mile fun run/walk, followed by the 5-mile road race at 9:45 am; the awards ceremony will begin at 11:00 am.

Commemorative T-shirts and race packages will be given to the first 200 registrants. The PHC Reservoir Classic is designed to promote health and fitness, to benefit Putnam Hospital Center and to provide a forum in which heart and/or physically challenged individuals (with physician’s consent) can participate as well.

Applications are available by contacting Putnam Hospital Center at 845-279-5711, Ext. 358

Article submitted by: Putnam Hospital Center

Qi Gong is an internal Chinese meditative practice that uses slow graceful movements to promote the circulation of qi within the human body.  This “energy practice” is known to improve mental clarity, emotional equilibrium, and overall health.  An 8-week Tai Chi Qi Gong workshop will begin at the Mahopac Public Library on Friday, September 17, from 10-11:15 am.  There is a $50 fee per person to attend this workshop; register with payment at the Library’s Information Desk.

This is a unique blend of several Tai Chi/Qi Gong systems that have been time-tested for thousands of years.  Participants will discover the most effective Tai Chi/Qi Gong forms for improving health and balancing all of their meridians and acupuncture points.

Learn Two Authentic External forms of Qi Gong consisting of 21 gentle movements and Two Authentic Internal meditation techniques.  They are all easy to follow and participants can choose which one(s) and how many to practice at any one time.  Learning is enhanced by beautiful and heart opening words and music that accompany each movement, helping you to cultivate compassion and love.

Register today to attend the Qi Gong workshop; register with payment at the Information Desk at the Mahopac Public Library.  For further information, please call 845-628-2009, ext 100.

article submitted by: Mahopac Library  www.mahopaclibrary.org

The Garrison Art Center presents its 41st Annual Fine Arts & Crafts Fair on August 21 and 22, 2010, 10am-5pm

Do not miss the upcoming Garrison Art Center 41st Annual Fine Arts & Crafts Fair! This fair will  be held on August 21 & 22 from 10am – 5pm and will be located on the river’s edge with fantastic Hudson River and Highland views in Garrison, New York.  Come and see high quality crafts, a new food court with a wide array of food, non-stop live music and free rides on the sloop Woody Guthrie.

This fair hosts more than 90 juried artists and artisans showcasing furniture, wooden kayaks, photography, jewelry, gourmet foods, glass items, one-of-a-kind clothing, fine arts, ceramics, furniture, tableware, and more.

Visitors can enjoy boat building demonstrations, fine art exhibitions by artists Judith Hoyt and Hong-Ling Wee inside the Art Center’s two professional galleries, and hands-on art workshops in the Art Center studios.

Live performances by Tiki Daddy, Eddie Diehl & Lou Pappas, Delta Dreambox, and Baby Soda Jazz Band are made possible through the generous support of Hudson Valley Magazine, The Garrison, and WHUD.

This fair is a longstanding community event and fundraiser that attracts 5,000 visitors each year. Proceeds will fund the Art Center’s acclaimed programming and special arts events and exhibitions for adults and children all year.

Visitors that arrive on the Metro North Hudson Line will receive 50% off admission. Those who wish to come by boat must call the Art Center at 845.424.3960 regarding docking. There is also convenient free parking with continuous shuttle service from all parking areas.  Admission is purchased at the gate. Tickets are $8 adults, $5 Seniors, children 18 & under (with parent) free. To find out more about the FAIR and Garrison Art Center visit www.garrisonartcenter.org, or call 845.424.3960.

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