What’s Happening This Weekend in the Hudson Valley

Believe it or not, it's the final weekend in February and the perfect time to get out and explore some of the best the Hudson Valley has to offer. Here's just a few suggestions. Here's to a great weekend.

Saturday, February 27, 10-4: Looking for a good book for you or your children? Don't want to break the bank while you do it? Don't miss the Book Sale at Boardman Road Branch Library, 141 Boardman Road in Poughkeepsie. This is a specialty sale where you can get individually priced books at 50% off.

Saturday, February 27, early admission 2-4, general admission 4-7: Cure the winter blues with the 19th annual Chili Bowl Fiesta at the Rosendale Recreation Center on Route 32, to benefit the Women's Studio Workshop (WSW). $5 will get you in early from 2-4, admission is free from 4-7. You purchase a new bowl, with over 900 to choose from,then you have your choice of over 20 different types of chili from local restaurants and caterers. There will be live entertainment with music by Dog on Fleas.

Saturday, February 27, 11-2: If you love the thrill of being on stage, don't miss the auditions this weekend for the Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop's production of 'Harvey'. The production will be held in June, with auditions both Saturday and Sunday this weekend. They will be looking to cast for both male and female characters with ages ranging from the 20's to the 60's. For more information, please call Bunny at 845-866-3206.

Saturday, February 27, 2: You can enjoy a free showing of the film 'Black Mass' starring Johnny Depp as mobster Jimmy Bulger. As it is rated R, no children will be admitted. It will be held as part of the Saturday Matinee series at the Newburgh Free Library Auditorium