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hvparent.com ■ Hudson Valley Parent 33 Gomez Mill House ($$/S). 11 Mill House Rd., Marlboro. Earliest surviv- ing Jewish residence in North Ameri- ca. Open April to Oct. 845-236-3126. gomez.org *Falcon Ridge Equestrian Center (SSSS/S). 138 Browns Rd., Walden. A safe, family friendly environment where you can learn grooming, saddling & bridling, shoes & hoof care, and of course, horseback riding. 845-778-0250. FalconRidgeNY.com Francis A. Hanofee Park (FREE/A). Sunset Lake Rd., Liberty. Swimming pool, picnic areas, row boat/paddle boat rentals, shing, playground and more. 845-292-7690. townofliberty.org Harness Racing Museum & Hall of Fame (FREE/S). 240 Main St., Goshen. Learn about horses and harness racing with 2-D simulator. 845-294-6330. harnessmuseum.com Headless Horseman Hayrides & Haunted House ($$$$/T). 778 Broad- way Rte. 9W, Ulster Park. Horric hay- ride, 4-acre corn maze, three haunted houses. Open Sept. to Oct. 845-339- 2666. headlesshorseman.com Hill-Hold Museum ($/A). 128 Rte. 416, Campbell Hall. 1769 stone farm- house on historic working farm. Open May to Oct. 845-291-2404. hillholdandbrickhouse.org Holiday Mountain Ski & Fun ($$$$/S). 99 Holiday Mtn. Rd., Monticello. Fun park featuring: bumper cars, mechan- ical bull, miniature golf, rock climbing wall, batting cages and a go-kart speed- way. 845-796-3161. holidaymtn.com Horse Shows in the Sun ($/A). 319 Main St., Saugerties. Equestrian hunt- er and jumper shows. 845-246-8833. hitsshows.com Hudson Highlands Nature Muse- um ($/A). 25 e Boulevard, Corn- wall-on-Hudson. Second location: Ken- ridge Farm Rte. 9W South Cornwall. Living collections of native animals, natural habitats and trails to present a wide variety of programs for people of all ages. 845-534-5506. hhnaturemuseum.org HVParent.com Q Hudson Valley Parent 19 JUNE 5th Annual Carlys' Kids Day ($/A). June 1 (11am-4pm). Face painting, bouncy houses, a dunk tank, crafts, cookie decorating, performances, tattoos, games and more. Children who donate a new book will receive a voucher for their choice of a free cotton candy, snow cone or popcorn item. Orange County Choppers. Rte. 17K, Newburgh. 845-742-6370. Greek Festival (Free/A). June 6-9 (Thu. 5:30pm-10pm; Fri. noon- midnight; Sat. 11am-midnight; Sun. 12pm-8pm). The largest cultural festival in Rockland County. Foods, pastries, music, handicrafts and children's activities. 1 Marycrest Rd., West Nyack. 845-623-4023. 7th Annual REACH Foundation Fun Run ($- $$$$/A). June 9 (8am). There will be refreshments, t-shirts, entertainment and lots of family fun! 5K awards will be given in 5 different age categories. Fees: $5/student walk; $10/adult walk; $25/5K runner. Torne Valley Sports Complex. 115 Torne Valley Rd., Hillburn. 914-414-3069. 14th Annual Kingston Kayak Festival ($$/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) (Continued on Page 34) FOR LAUNCH LOCATIONS AND MORE INFO, VISIT DCRCOC.ORG/BALLOONFESTIVAL JULY 10 - 12 DUTCHESS AIRPORT SHADOWS MARINA Anniversary Sponsor: H U D S O N V A L L E Y 25 th Anniver sa r y 2015 H o t- A i r FREE PARKING WITH THIS AD ($5 VALUE) It's a Family Affair! Dedicated to exploring and interpreting 19th century rural life. Shop in a 130-year-old general store See a real Mastodon skeleton Make a candle Step inside a 200-year-old log cabin Sit in a one-room schoolhouse All that and be home in time for dinner! Tour the Museum • Join us for featured events • Bring your classroom Museum Village 1010 State Route 17M Monroe, NY 10950 845-782-8248 www.MuseumVillage.org