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hvparent.com n Hudson Valley Parent 31 10: Sunday Mid-Hudson St. Patrick's Day Parade. Parade lines up at 12pm in the Orange County Government Center parking lot. Parade steps off at 2pm. Orange County Government Center. 255 Main St., Goshen. brew and ciders from over 12 breweries. There will also be pickles, jerky, hot sauce vendors and more for your to sample. Family-friendly event! 1-5pm. Mid-Hudson Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie. Saturday Studio at Dia: Beacon. Join practicing artists for a free monthly workshop of art making and play. Designed for all ages, Saturday Studio is a family-friendly program that is suitable for kids age 5 and up. All families participating in the Saturday Studio program receive free admission to Dia: Beacon for the day. 10:30am-4pm. Dia: Beacon. 3 Beekman St., Beacon. Second Saturday. Join us at this city-wide celebration of the arts. There will be special events, art gallery openings, artist receptions and culinary tastings. Many galleries and shops stay open late. 10am-9pm. Main St., Beacon. Food Show. Each year we host our Food Shows (within the Garden Shows) and feature dozens of local food vendors, sample their products, and offer a unique Hudson Valley experience that combines gourmet food with a stunning landscape. Admission is free for all. 11am-4pm. Adams Fairacre Farms. 765 Dutchess Tpke., Poughkeepsie. 454-4330. Scout Weekend. Scouts and their family members will be able to take advantage of deep discounts on lift tickets as well as ski and snowboard rentals. Certified instructors of Mt. Peter's Mountain School will also be offering free beginner lessons with the purchase of a lift ticket throughout Scout Weekend. An official merit badge counselor will be on hand to provide sign-offs. Advanced reservations not required but are recommended for larger scout groups. All Day. Mount Peter. 51 Old Mt. Peter Rd., Warwick. 986-4940. Abilities First: A Showcase of Resources for Enrichment & Inclusion. This is a day that brings together resources and unique services and products that meet the everyday needs and interests of families, individuals or caregivers for those with any disability. More than 30 vendors providing support for individuals with disabilities and special needs will be in attendance. There will be sensory activities, special performances, demonstrations and more! Free and open to the public. For all ages and abilities. 10am-3pm. Poughkeepsie Galleria. 2001 South Rd., Poughkeepsie. Highland Village Nursery School Open House. HVNS has both 2-day (3-year-olds) and 3-day (4-year-olds) nursery school programs and is an excellent way to introduce your child to the school experience! Small group attention. Fun and safe environment. Focus on creative learning. Bring your child and visit our school! 10am-12pm. Highland Village Nursery School. 35 Phillips Ave., Highland. 691-8599. Weekend Respite. Greystone offers a Saturday Respite Program once a month for children with autism and other developmental disabilities 6-21 (Continued on Page 32) years old. This program offers a variety of fun recreational activities to promote social interaction both on-site and on field trips. 10am-3pm. Greystone Programs' Sugar Loaf Campus. 1404 Kings Hwy., Sugar Loaf. 469-3760.