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hvparent.com n Hudson Valley Parent 25 HVParent.com Q Hudson Valley Parent 19 JUNE 5th Annual Carlys' Kids Day ($/A). June 1 (11am-4pm). Face painting, bouncy houses, a dunk tank, crafts, cookie decorating, performances, tattoos, games and more. Children who donate a new book will receive a voucher for their choice of a free cotton candy, snow cone or popcorn item. Orange County Choppers. Rte. 17K, Newburgh. 845-742-6370. Greek Festival (Free/A). June 6-9 (Thu. 5:30pm-10pm; Fri. noon- midnight; Sat. 11am-midnight; Sun. 12pm-8pm). The largest cultural festival in Rockland County. Foods, pastries, music, handicrafts and children's activities. 1 Marycrest Rd., West Nyack. 845-623-4023. 7th Annual REACH Foundation Fun Run ($- $$$$/A). June 9 (8am). There will be refreshments, t-shirts, entertainment and lots of family fun! 5K awards will be given in 5 different age categories. Fees: $5/student walk; $10/adult walk; $25/5K runner. Torne Valley Sports Complex. 115 Torne Valley Rd., Hillburn. 914-414-3069. 14th Annual Kingston Kayak Festival ($$/A). June 8 (10am- 4pm). Thinking about getting into kayaking? If so, this is a great opportunity to get instruction, paddle a few boats and check out the latest gear. Refreshments, vendors and on-water demos. Kingston Point Beach. 53 Delaware Ave., Kingston. 845-338-5021. JULY Mid-Hudson Balloon Festival ($/A). July 5-7. Be there for the incredible sight of hot air balloons launching over the Hudson. There will be an early morning and an evening launch on Saturday and Sunday. This year Dutchess County is celebrating 300 years of Democracy with a Freedom 5K on Saturday (9-10am) 845-454-1700. dcrcoc.org Festa (Free/A). July 18-20 (6pm- 11pm). Two days of Children's rides and games, specialty foods, music, and craft vendors. St. Joseph's Church grounds. 34 South Chestnut St., New Paltz. 845-255-5635. Hurley Stone House Day ($/T). July 13 (10am-4pm). Explore America's oldest private homes with costumed guides, militia re-enactors, crafts and colonial era demonstrations along with the Town Library fair. Rain or shine. Main Street, Hurley. 845-331-4121. Grey Fox Annual Bluegrass Festival ($$$$/A). July 18-21 (8am-12am). Enjoy four days of world-renown bluegrass & acoustic music, outstanding food, crafts, and vendors. $170/whole festival inc. Great Places... Let's Go! Kid-friendly rating: P - Preschoolers S - School age T - Teens A - All ages Please call ahead to verify times and fees. Dates are subject to change, please call to confirm. $$$ - $10-$20 $$$$ - $20 & up Fees: $ - $5 & under $$ - $5-$10 Hudson Valley ANNUAL EVENTS The Hudson Valley never ceases to amaze us with it's multitude of kid-friendly events! Break out of your routine by heading out to a great event! (Continued on Page 20) Hudson River Adventures ($$$/A). 26 Front St., Newburgh. Sightseeing cruises aboard Pride of the Hudson with lecture and video. Open May to Oct. 845-220- 2120. prideohehudson.com Hudson River Cruises ($-$$$$/A). Rondout Landing, Kingston. Historical narrated tours aboard Rip Van Winkle past lighthouses. Open May to Oct. 800-843-7472. hudsonrivercruises.com Hudson River Maritime Museum ($/A). 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston. Displays of large and small boats. Boat ride to historic Rondout Lighthouse. Open May to Oct. 845-338-0071. hrmm.org Hudson Valley Rail Trail (Free/A). 12 Church St., Highland. A 4.2-mile nature trail for walking, mountain, biking, and more. 845-691-2066. hudsonvalleyrailtrail.net *Hudson Valley Renegades Baseball ($-$$$/A). Rte. 9D, Dutchess Stadium, Fishkill. New York-Penn Leagues affiliate of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. Open June to Aug. 845-838-0094. hvren- egades.com Historic Huguenot Street ($-$$/A). 18 Broadhead Ave., New Paltz. 300-year-old stone houses in historic village of New Paltz. Guided tours available. Open May to Oct. 845-255-1660. huguenotstreet.org Hurd's Family Farm ($/A). Rte. 32 S, Modena. Apple picking, hayrides, hay maze, corn maze, kids' activities, and more. 845-883-7825. hurdsfamilyfarm.com Hyde Park Drive-In eater ($$/A). 4114 Rte. 9, Hyde Park. Newly released films; two features per night. Open April to Sept. 845-229-4738. DriveInMovie.com/NY.htm IMAX eatre at Palisades Center ($$-$$$/A). 4270 Palisades Center Dr., West Nyack. e ultimate movie experience with a six-story screen. 845-358-IMAX (4629). imax.com Jacob Blauvelt House ($/A). 20 Zukor Rd., New City. Guided tours of a Dutch restoration home with Hudson Valley furnishings. Admission includes ticket to the museum exhibition. 845-634-9629. James Baird State Park ($/A). 14 Maintenance Lane, Pleasant Valley. Situated on farmland James Baird State Park has much to offer. An 18-hole golf course complements the spacious open and wooded, hiking trails, sports complex, and nature center. 845-452-1489. nysparks.com Jumpin' Jakes of Fishkill ($/A). 982 Main St., Fishkill. 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