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Welcome to Scenic Dutchess County, NY, nestled in the Hudson River Valley, 90 minutes from New York City, and accessible by car, train, bus and air. With its abundance of historic landmarks, restaurants, festivals and natural scenic beauty, Dutchess County is the ideal place for day trips or longer getaways. It's 800 square miles of fascinating sites, lively events and breathtaking vistas. Explore Dutchess for any reason in any season.
Phone:
845-463-4000 or
800-445-3131
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Dutchess County Happenings
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The 2009 Spring events calendar, March 1st - May 31st is now available in print and as a pdf.
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Omega Institute Reopens With Offer of ‘Something For Everyone’New York State's magnificent Hudson River Valley is widely recognized for its scenic landscapes, arts and culture, and historical significance, making it one of the most sought after vacation destinations in the country. Each year, more than 16,000 people visit Omega Institute’s 195-acre Rhinebeck campus for restoration, inspiration, and fun. Omega’s campus reopened recently, with more than 350 educational programs planned from now through October. Full Story… "Gourmet Getaways: 50 Top SpotstoCook and Learn"For many of us, cooking and travel are as inseparable as eating and breathing. If a gourmet getaway sounds fun to you, Joe David authored a new book describing his
Santo Stefano Winemaking ClubLooking for something new to try on a Saturday night? Sign up for the Wild Game Dinner on May 30th, 2009 at 6:00 pm. Certified Master Chef Ken Arnone offers a unique menu with mountain ram, wild boar, venison, and wild turkey.Full Story… Memorial Day Weekend at FDR SitesJoin in the fun as the FDR Presidential Library in Hyde Park hosts a USO Show on Friday, May 22 and a Bivouac Living History Encampment on Saturday and Sunday, May 23 and 24. Some other unforgettable ways to observe Memorial Day weekend in Hyde Park include the Rose Garden Memorial Service and Memorial Day Parade on May 25. Full Story… Videos from The Culinary Institute of America: Eggs Benedict for Mother's Day Brunch:CIA Chef Scott Swartz demonstrates how to prepare Eggs Benedict. See a video demonstration |
Look for us in Times Square! See Dutchess County high above 42nd Street, between 7th & 8th Avenue! See
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Garden Conservancy Open Days in MaySince 1995, the Garden Conservancy’s Open Days Program has opened the gates to hundreds of America’s best private gardens. Starting this May, the private gardens showcased are prime examples of the beauty of nature and our scenic surroundings. Open days begin in Dutchess County features gardens in Amenia and Wappingers Falls on Saturday, May 16th and continues through the fall. Full Story… Go Green“Go green in Millbrook at these free environmental lectures and events at Cary Institute!”. See
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Catching Light: European and American Watercolors from the Permanent CollectionFrances Lehman Loeb Art Center's exhibit Catching Light celebrates the medium and history of watercolor, displaying 47 works from the 18th through 20th centuries by gifted painters and topographical artists. Full Story… Harney and Sons Tea Nominated for a James Beard Foundation AwardHarney and Sons Fine Teas of Millerton has been nominated for a James Beard Foundation award for their remarkable achievement as one of the most accomplished food and beverage professionals in the country. Full Story… 2009 Spring and Summer Public Sailing Schedule for the Sloop ClearwaterClearwater’s three-hour long sails on its tall ships are looked upon as one of the most incredible and unforgettable experiences imaginable on the Hudson River. Full Story… |
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