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hvparent.com n Hudson Valley Parent 41 Shawangunk Playgroup. Playgroup for babies and preschool aged children and their parent/ caregiver(s). Children play while adults get a chance to socialize. Playroom stocked with toys and an outdoor playground area for nicer weather. 9:30-11am. Reformed Church of Shawangunk. 1166 Hoagerburgh Rd., Wallkill. 895-2952. 25: Thursday DIY Projects: Reusable T-Shirt Bags. Bring one of your old t-shirts to the library and learn how to turn it into a fashionable, reusable bag! For kids in grades 2-6. 4-4:45pm. Adriance Memorial Library. 93 Market St., Poughkeepsie. 485-3445 ext. 3320. 26: Friday Music with Marlana. Lend Me Your Ears is an exciting and interactive musical program for preschoolers! Children will have ball singing along with Marlana as she plays her acoustic guitar! Shakers and scarves and lots of movement guaranteed. For children 3-5 years old. Registration is required. 11-11:45am. Kent Public Library. 17 Sybil's Crossing, Kent Lakes. 225-8585. 27: Saturday Spring Artisans Fair. Join us for the seasonal Artisan Fair and support our wonderful group of local craftspeople and their handmade goods! 10am-2pm. Blooming Hill Farm. 1251 Rte. 208, Blooming Grove. 12th Annual Beacon Barks. Join us for Animal Shelter Appreciation Day hosted by The Beacon Barkery. There will be a dog parade, costume contest, food, prizes, music, performances, pet adoptions, face painters, vendors and more. Rain date April 28. 11am-3pm. Main St., Beacon. Hudson Valley KidVenture. Hudson Valley KidVenture is an expo-style event, which highlights businesses and nonprofits while offer- ing children ages 3-12 interactive and educational activities. KidVenture is an interactive and educational event featuring activities, live performances, demonstrations, technology exhibits, career exploration experiences, and so much more – all included in the price of admission! 11am-4pm. Dutchess Community College. 91 Cottage Rd., Poughkeepsie. Maple Syrup Festival/ Sap Run. Start the day off cheering on the racers in the 5K Sap run. After, enjoy pancakes in the park, crafts and specialty food, live music, face painting, a sugar shack demo and more. 10-4PM. Diehl's Homestead Farm. 93 Diehl Rd., Callicoon. 482-5047. 28: Sunday Bright Ideas Festival. This is a free event for all ages that showcases science, innovation, math and creativity. The Bright Ideas Festival invites families from across the Hudson Valley to explore robotics and drones, interactive games, Lego building, 3D printing and much more. 11-5pm. High Meadow School. 3643 Main St., Stone Ridge. 687-4855. Hudson Valley Mac and Cheese Fest IV. Calling all mac and cheese lovers! Attendees will be able to sample creations from some of the finest restaurants and chefs in the Hudson Valley. This is a family-friendly event and kids 12 and under are free. You can purchase tickets online before the event. 1-5pm. Brotherhood Winery. 100 Brotherhood Plaza Dr., Washingtonville. Loop around the Lake for Families at Sam's Point. Join us for this three-mile loop to view magnificent Lake Maratanza! On our way to the lake we will stop at the Sam's Point Overlook where on a clear day there is a great view of the Wallkill Valley, the Catskills, and much more. Pack a lunch and we will sit on the shore to enjoy a mid-day picnic. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Pre- registration is recommended. 11am-1pm. Sam's Point Preserve. 400 Sam's Point Rd., Cragsmoor. 647-7989. 29: Monday Sensory Storytime. Sensory story and social time for children ages 3-6 along with an adult. Geared towards children with special needs. This program will feature simple stories, flannel boards, songs and appropriate movement activities that gently appeal to the senses, with reduced outside stimuli. A social time will follow with special sensory toys to encourage small and large motor skills. 3:30-4:15pm. Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon. 831-1134 ext. 103. 30: Tuesday Book Explorers. Join us at the library for stories, songs, snacks and plenty of free play with friends! All ages welcome! 10-11am. NorthEast-Millerton Library. 75 Main St., Millerton. 518-789-3340.