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08/26/13 9:30am

25th Annual Newburgh International Festival 2013

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Press release:

The 25th Annual International Festival will be held over Labor Day Weekend, August 30- Sept. 2.  This year’s festival will once again be on the grounds of the Newburgh Armory Unity Center at 321 S. William Street. There will be vendors, a variety of international and local cuisine, a carnival with rides and games, and a special appearance by Polka King Jimmy Sturr and his orchestra on Monday, Sept. 2 at 2 p.m. The Festival will also feature music by local bands and other performing artists.

The show will go on, rain or shine. Midway rides and early-bird vendors will begin on Friday around 5 p.m. The festivities will be in full swing with a wide range of vendors, carnival rides and attractions on Saturday and Sunday from noon to 11 p.m., and on Monday from noon till 10 p.m.

History
08/13/13 7:30am

Newburgh Historical Society to Host Croquet Tournament in Downing Park

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Press release and online flyer:

The battle for the Hudson Valley Croquet Crown is about to begin – and you’re invited to play.

The Newburgh Historical Society challenges the Beacon Historical Society to a West Shore vs. East Shore game on Sunday, Aug. 18 from 2 to 6 p.m., in Newburgh’s Downing Park, at the corner of Robinson Ave. and South St.

Where do your loyalties lie – Newburgh, Fishkill, Kingston, Beacon, New Paltz or Poughkeepsie areas? Choose a side and join the action in this friendly game in the park. We’ll teach beginners how to play.

City of Newburgh Mayor Judy Kennedy hopes to lead the West Shore to victory as team captain, and a “challenge” has been issued to the City of Beacon Mayor Randy Casale to grab a win for the East Shore team.

Show your team spirit by wearing something representing what you love about the history of your community. Or, sport a Gibson girl look for a little historical fun.

The winners get their names emblazoned on a trophy. The losers go home with heavy hearts.

The Historical Society will provide old-timey music, historical games, light refreshments, and participants can bring their own picnics. T-shirt sales and raffle with prizes benefit the community groups involved. The event is co-presented with the Downing Park Planning Committee and the Newburgh Preservation Association.

For more information, contact Johanna Porr at 845-561-2585 joh.porr@gmail.com or Diane Lapis beaconhistorical@gmail.com

History
10/09/12 7:00am

Newburgh Historical Society Sponsors Snake Hill Hike

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The Newburgh Historical Society is sponsoring a hike up Snake Hill in New Windsor on Sunday, Oct. 14, at 1PM.  Come with us up this well known but less often visited little mountain with Newburgh City Historian Mary McTamaney and Michael McGurty of the New Windsor Cantonment who will tell of the history of the area and also tell stories about Snake Hill.  At the summit you will see “Spy Rock” which will give you one of the most scenic vistas of the Hudson River Valley.  Bring cameras and comfortable walking shoes.  We will meet at the Crawford House, 189 Montgomery Street, Newburgh, at 1 PM before car-pooling up to the start of the hike.  Directions will be provided.  Donations of $5.00 per person for non-Society members; members are free.  The hike will go on rain or shine.  Call 561-2585 for any questions.

Photo © NY Public Library, Fishkill Landing, with Newburgh and Snake Hill in the distance. ([1860?-1875?])  by E. & H.T. Anthony

Places to visit
09/06/12 9:30am

Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise

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Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise

The National Trust for Historic Preservation will be hosting the Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise from October 20-26 of the Hudson River Valley. The architecture, history and culture of the Hudson River Valley will be examined with National Trust Study Leader, Dwight Young. Newburgh will be on the tour on October 22nd with a tour of the Captain David Crawford House, Karpeles Manuscript Museum, and The Federal-style Goldsmith Denniston House. Click on the above link to make reservations.

Land/Cruise arrangements: $3,645 – $4,485
Single rates: $4,340 or $4,740
DEPOSIT: $1,000
Accommodations: American Glory

cool finds
07/24/12 10:00am

Vaux & Olmsted’s “Other” Central Park

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Vaux & Olmsted’s “Other” Central Park is the title of an article recently written on bobvila.com about Downing Park. Like every great city, green spaces are essential to balance out the urban landscape. Apart from the Hudson River and Washington’s Headquarters, Newburgh has this historic park with trees over 100 years old designed by legendary landscape architects Calvert Vaux and Frederick Law Olmsted.

Here is an excerpt from the article:

“Downing Park has serpentine paths and picturesque vistas—features very similar, though on a different scale, to those of New York City’s Central Park,” points out Christopher Tripoli, executive director of the Downing Park Planning Committee, which oversees and maintains the park. “Andrew Jackson Downing was Olmsted and Vaux’s mentor and lived in Newburgh his whole life. This was the last park that Olmsted and Vaux designed together and the only park that they collaborated on with their sons, John Olmsted and Downing Vaux.”

To read more positive news articles about the City of Newburgh, check out the Positive News Page.

Photo: NewYorkPictures.org

Places to visit
06/28/12 10:00am

Newburgh 4th of July Fireworks 2012

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Newburgh 4th of July Fireworks 2012

Newburgh 4th of July Fireworks 2012 will be launched from a barge on the Hudson River on Wednesday, at approximately 9 p.m. Events will begin at noon at UNICO Park.

The schedule is as follows:

  • Noon-6 p.m. Art Show on the River
  • 6 p.m.- 9 p.m.- Music by Dr. Magkneetoe
  • Fireworks by Legion Fireworks from a barge on the Hudson River begin at dusk (approximately 9 p.m.)

Artist/Vendor space is available on a first-come, first served basis for $50. Please contact Ann Kuzmik at 569-7354Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site on Liberty Street will host a “Grand Celebration” of their 162nd anniversary with magic by Melody “The Amazing Meldini” Newcomb at noon and 1:15 p.m. All are invited to dress up in red, white and blue and participate in the  Grand Parade at 1 p.m. Free tours of the Hasbrouck House, sponsored by Deputy Mayor Regina Angelo, are given every half hour from 10:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Also, Washington’s Headquarters’ great lawn offers a perfect view of the City of Newburgh’s fireworks!  Call 845-562-1195 for directions and further details.

-Newburgh 4th of July Fireworks 2012

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