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Attend a Summer BBQ Benefit
Time and Space Limited will host the Summer BBQ Supper Benefit on Saturday, August 2 at 5:00 pm. The BBQ will feature family friendly activities - brings the kids! Chef Danyell from Georgia Ray's will be cooking on the grill. There will be cajun music with the legendary Jesse Lege. A cash wine and beer bar will be available. Tickets are $20 and $5 for children under 13. For more information about Time and Space Limited call (518) 822-8100 or visit their website at www.timeandspace.org.
See a Show
Stageworks/Hudson will feature "Souvenir" through August 17. In 1944, Florence Jenkins an eccentric, real life New York Socialite who considered herself the greatest opera diva of her age, performed a sold-out concert at Carnegie Hall unfortunately, she could not sing two consecutive notes in tune! Florence' story is told through the eyes of her talented accompanist, Cosme McMoon, who chronicles her unlikely rise to fame - and his gradual admiration of her unmatchable will - in hilarious and poignant detail. From Gershwin to Mozart, "Souvenir" brings to life two people who share the love of music, whether on or off key! For tickets or more information about Stageworks/Hudson call (518) 822-9667 or visit their website at www.stageworkshudson.org.
Attend a Summer Sing
PS/21 in Chatham has announced the return of its acclaimed "Summer Sings" program. Choral music lovers of all ages and abilities are invited to join in singing magnificent choruses of renowned works with professional soloists. Sings take place on four consecutive Mondays, August 4, 11, 18 and 25, beginning at 7:30 pm. Admission to each session is only $10 and it's only $5 to come and listen. For more information about PS/21 call (518) 392-6121 or visit their website at www.ps21chatham.org.
See a Play
For the best deal in Columbia County, remember and relive the terrific sounds of the Fifties as The Theater Barn produces two of the most popular musicals of all time this August. "Forever Plaid" will run from August 7-17 and is a hilarious musical comedy that salutes the popularity and close harmonies of the "guy groups" that reached it's zenith in the 50's, featuring some of the most romantic songs ever written. Next is the record breaker, "Grease" from August 21-31, where you can revisit Rydell High in 1959, where Danny and Sandy fall in love, Kenickie drives his proudest possession "grease lightning", Frenchy drops out of beauty school and more! For tickets or more information about The Theater Barn call (518) 794-8989 or visit their website atwww.theaterbarn.com.
Enjoy the Sangria Festival at the Winery
The Hudson-Chatham Winery will host the Sangria Festival on Saturday, August 9 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. There's nothing better on a hot summer day than a cool glass of sangria. Visit the winery while they go South of the Border to celebrate this classic fruit-and-wine combo. You can try one of their blends or mix your own! Food will be provided by Mexican Radio and there will be live flamenco guitar music. For more information about Hudson-Chatham Winery call (518) 392-2598 or visit their website at www.hudsonchathamwinery.com.
Attend a Blues BBQ
The Spencertown Academy Arts Center will host the annual Blues BBQ on Saturday, August 9 at 6:00 pm. Savor the taste of barbeque done right - slow cooked over a wood fire by the pit masters of "let's eat". Wash it down with a chilled beer or ice tea, and then dance the night away under the stars to the hot sounds of the area's best blues musicians including Spencertown's own Cathy Grier and Roberta Reynes. For tickets or more information about Spencertown Academy Arts Center call (518) 392-3693 or visit their website at www.spencertownacademy.org.
See a Performance
The Mac-Haydn Theatre will feature "The Sound of Music" from August 21-31. Enjoy the delightful family favorite that ended the 1969 season. Rodgers & Hammersteins' enduring classic will charm you all over again, from the uplifting title song to the last soaring notes of "Climb Every Mountain". The amazing true story is filled with hum-along songs: "The Sound of Music, Lonely Goatherd, 16 going on 17". For tickets or more information about the Mac-Haydn Theatre call (518) 392-9292 or visit their website at www.machaydntheatre.org.
Attend the Clermont Gold Rush
Clermont State Historic Site will hold a benefit celebrating the bicentennial of Fulton and Livingston's steamboat on Saturday, August 23 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. The "Gold Rush" will feature a huge raffle with a chance to win $2,500 in gold prizes plus other prizes including wine and champagne, fine dining at local gourmet restaurants, antiques and more. Enjoy food, beer, wine, lemonade and rousing musical entertainment. Enjoy the sunset over the majestic Hudson River. For more information about Clermont State Historic Site call (518) 537-4240 or visit their website at www.friendsofclermont.org.
Take a Tour at Olana
Olana State Historic Site will offer a family tour on Sunday, August 24 at 1:00 pm. Enjoy an Olana house tour specifically geared toward children and families. Pre-registration is required by 4:00 pm the preceding Friday. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission is free for members of the Olana Partnership, $9/adult, $7 students and seniors, children under 12 are free. For more information about Olana State Historic Site call (518) 828-0135 or visit their website at www.olana.org.
Attend the Columbia County Fair
End your summer fun by attending the Columbia County Fair. The Fair will open on August 27 at 5:00 pm and run through Labor Day. Enjoy great food, animals, exhibits, vendors, live music, midway, fireworks, demolition derby and much more. The Fair is jam-packed with a fantastic line-up of entertainment and non-stop action. Check out the website for more detailed information about what is happening each day. For more information about the Columbia County Fair call (518) 392-2121 or visit their website at www.columbiafair.com.
Above are just some of the great things to do in August in Columbia County. To add an event or activity to our September list, please send an email to cmeenagh@columbiachamber-ny.com. |
