Chamber Music America & Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Present: Ivalas Quartet

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Chamber Music America & Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Present: Ivalas Quartet
March 22, 2025

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park
120 Broadway
Tivoli

7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

With Chamber Music America, Kaatsbaan presents Ivalas Quartet and their program First Light, featuring works by Osvaldo Golijov, Eleanor Alberga, and Ludvig van Beethoven. First Light brings the listener on a journey through the cosmos with works by composers who muse on the origins of our universe and the experience of existing beyond our world. The program closes with Beethoven’s Opus 130, a piece deemed so timeless that a recording was included in the 1977 Voyager craft as a gift to any otherworldly beings it might encounter. First Light premiered at Carnegie Hall.

The program includes:
Osvaldo Golijov: Tenebrae
Eleanor Alberga: String Quartet No. 1
Ludwig van Beethoven: String Quartet No. 13 in B-flat major, Op. 130

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20th Annual Sharpe Reservation Maple Celebration

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Chamber Music America & Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Present: Ivalas Quartet
March 22, 2025

Sharpe Reservation, Camp Hidden Valley
436 Van Wyck Lake Road
Fishkill

10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Join The Fresh Air Fund’s Sharpe Reservation as we celebrate the sweetest season of all, Maple Season! This year’s Sugar Maple Celebration will take place on Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 from 10am to 4pm at The Sharpe Reservation’s Camp Hidden Valley.  

The Maple Celebration is a day to celebrate spring’s arrival and share the beauty of the environment and the outdoors with our community!  Each year, 800-1300 people attend this family fun day. This celebration of spring and maple syrup has activities and crafts for kids, a vendor hall full of local goods, the opportunity to see an out of this world planetarium show, learn how to make maple syrup, and of course sample some of Sharpe Reservation’s syrup. 

This is a free event, with items for purchase. Bringing cash is highly recommended. 

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HC Venom Pro Hockey Live at the MJN Center!

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Chamber Music America & Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Present: Ivalas Quartet
March 22, 2025

MJN – Majed J. Nesheiwat Convention Center
14 Civic Center Plz
Poughkeepsie

7:00 pm

HC Venom, the pride of the Federal Prospects Hockey League, has built a reputation for bringing intense, fast-paced, no-holds-barred hockey to the ice. Under fresh leadership, the team is more determined than ever to raise the bar and deliver a game day experience that’s as thrilling as the action on the ice.

Relocated from Elmira, NY, HC Venom has quickly cemented itself as a force in the Hudson Valley, ready to dominate not just on the ice, but in the community. This isn’t just a team—it’s a movement. The Venom’s roster is stacked with hungry players from the U.S., Canada, and Europe, all of them fighting for their shot at the big leagues. These athletes have one goal: to grind it out and climb the ranks of professional hockey.

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Learn the Art of Home-Brewing at Clover Brooke Farm

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Chamber Music America & Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Present: Ivalas Quartet
March 22, 2025

Clover Brooke Farm
175 Ruskey Lane
Hyde Park

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Master the Art of Home Brewing at Clover Brooke Farm!

Join Dr. Mike Tibbetts, co-owner of Clover Brooke Farm and Hyde Park Hops, for an afternoon of hands-on beer brewing. With over 25 years as a college professor and yeast geneticist, plus a decade of brewing experience in beer, mead, and cider, Dr. Tibbetts brings a unique blend of science and passion to the craft.

Tour the farm’s hop fields and brewing setup while learning the fundamentals of fermentation. Clover Brooke Farm provides all the materials and guidance you need to create your own home-brewed beer—right on the farm!

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Bardavon 1869 Opera House Presents Almost Queen: The Ultimate Queen Tribute

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Chamber Music America & Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Present: Ivalas Quartet
March 22, 2025

Bardavon 1869 Opera House
35 Market St
Poughkeepsie

8:00 pm

Almost Queen doesn’t just pay tribute to Queen—they transport you back in time with the band’s iconic sound, four-part harmonies, and masterful musical interludes. Their authenticity shines through in every detail, from spot-on performances to genuine costumes, delivering an electrifying and unforgettable concert experience.

Fans travel far and wide to hear Almost Queen’s carefully curated setlist, packed with Queen’s biggest hits like Somebody to Love, Don’t Stop Me Now, Bohemian Rhapsody, and We Will Rock You. They also surprise audiences with deep cuts like Flash, Spread Your Wings, and Love of My Life. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a new listener, Almost Queen’s passion and precision bring the legendary band’s music to life like no other.

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Sakura Matsuri: Cherry Blossom Festival at Dassai Blue Sake Brewery

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Chamber Music America & Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Present: Ivalas Quartet
March 22, 2025

Dassai Blue Sake Brewery
5 Saint Andrews Road
Hyde Park

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Head to Dassai Blue Sake Brewery for its first-ever Sakura Matsuri (Cherry Blossom Festival)! Enjoy a weekend of sake, picnicking with loved ones, and admiring the cherry blossoms during this two-day celebration on April 5–6.

Festival Highlights:
🌸 Outdoor market
🎨 Japanese crafts (Shodo calligraphy & Origami)
🎶 Live music
🍣 Sushi & food pop-ups
🍶 And of course—sake!

Don’t miss this unforgettable spring experience!

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Lonesome Ace Stringband Live at The Stissing Center

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Chamber Music America & Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Present: Ivalas Quartet
March 22, 2025

Stissing Center for Arts & Culture
2950 Church Street
Pine Plains

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Lonesome Ace Stringband blends old-time, bluegrass, and folk with grit, skill, and energy, creating fresh yet timeless music. Anchored by John Showman (fiddle) and Chris Coole (banjo), with rotating bassists, they craft dynamic, heartfelt performances.

After honing their sound as the house band at Toronto’s Dakota Tavern, they became festival favorites worldwide. Their fifth album, Try To Make It Fly (2023), showcases their seamless musicianship and original songwriting. Whether sparking a dance floor or delivering poignant ballads, this powerhouse trio continues to redefine Americana music with passion and precision.

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Hudson Valley International Tattoo Convention

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Chamber Music America & Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Present: Ivalas Quartet
March 22, 2025

MJN – Majed J. Nesheiwat Convention Center
14 Civic Center Plz
Poughkeepsie

12:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Showcasing over 200 top tattoo artists from around the world, including some of the Hudson Valley’s best shops. Each artist is hand-selected for their skill, ensuring a diverse range of high-quality styles and techniques.

This all-ages event offers free admission for children under 12.

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Cocktails Across America: Postcard Views of 1930s–50s Cocktail Culture

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Chamber Music America & Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Present: Ivalas Quartet
March 22, 2025

Mesier Homestead , 2 Spring Street, Wappingers Falls

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

An evening for cocktail and history lovers! Join historians and authors Diane Lapis and Anne Peck-Davis as they share fascinating stories and vintage postcards from 1930s–50s lounges, hotel bars, and exotic drinking spots. Enjoy two classic cocktails, light finger foods, and charcuterie at the historic Mesier Homestead. Non-alcoholic options are available for those who want to soak in the era’s glamour without the spirits. Plus, attendees receive 10% off at the Mesier Homestead gift shop that evening!

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Trivia @ The Moviehouse

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Chamber Music America & Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Present: Ivalas Quartet
March 22, 2025

The Moviehouse
48 Main Street
Millerton

7PM

Join hosts David Ruchman and Jeremy Boviard for a fun night of Movie Trivia. Free to play. Teams can be solo or up to 4 people. Prizes will be awarded. Trivia occurs on the last Tuesday of every month unless otherwise noted.

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