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hvparent.com ■ Hudson Valley Parent 35 Mohonk Preserve ($$/A). Rte. 44/55, New Paltz. More than 100 miles of trails and carriage roads for hikers, cyclists, and nature lovers. 845-255-0919. mohonkpreserve.org Montgomery Place ($/A). River Rd., Annadale-on-Hudson. 1804 Livingston Mansion with 434 acre estate. Nature trails view of Hudson River and Catskill Mountains. Open April through Oct. 845-758-6338. hudsonvalley.org Motorcyclepedia Museum ($-$$/A). 250 Lake St., Newburgh. Open 10-5 Friday-Sunday. Over 450 motorcycles from 1897 to Present. Rare vintage bikes and more! 845-569-9065. motorcyclepediamuseum.org Mount Gulian Historic Site ($/A). 145 Sterling St., Beacon. Revolutionary War headquarters of General von Steuben. Open Apr. through Dec. 845-831-8172. mountgulian.org Mount Peter Ski Area ($$$$/A). Rte., 17A & 55 Old Mt. Peter Rd., Warwick. All ski levels welcome. Tiny Tot training program, beginner ski and snowboard schools and special events. 845-986- 4996. mtpeter.com Museum of Hudson Highlands ($/A). 25 e Boulevard, Cornwall-on-Hud- son. Second location: Kenridge Farm Rte. 9W South Cornwall. Environmental education programs, exhibits, nature trails and more. 845-534-7781 or 845- 534-5506. hhnaturemuseum.org *Museum Village ($/S). 1010 Rte. 17M, Monroe. A living history museum preserving an enormous collection of eclectic 19th century artifacts. Special events, hands-on exhibits. 845-782- 8248. museumvillage.org Neversink Valley Area Museum ($/A). 26 Hoag Rd. o Rte. 209, Cuddeback- ville. 300-acre park and museum with children's activity center trails narrated boat rides. Open Apr. to Dec. 845-754- 8870. neversinkmuseum.org New Windsor Cantonment State His- toric Site ($/A). 374 Temple Hill Rd., New Windsor. Site of National Purple Heart Hall of Honor. Final encampment of Washington's Army during the Revolu- tionary War. 845-561-1765. nysparks.com (Continued on Page 36) HVParent.com Q Hudson Valley Parent 19 JUNE 5th Annual Carlys' Kids Day ($/A). June 1 (11am-4pm). Face painting, bouncy houses, a dunk tank, crafts, cookie decorating, performances, tattoos, games and more. Children who donate a new book will receive a voucher for their choice of a free cotton candy, snow cone or popcorn item. Orange County Choppers. Rte. 17K, Newburgh. 845-742-6370. Greek Festival (Free/A). June 6-9 (Thu. 5:30pm-10pm; Fri. noon- midnight; Sat. 11am-midnight; Sun. 12pm-8pm). The largest cultural festival in Rockland County. Foods, pastries, music, handicrafts and children's activities. 1 Marycrest Rd., West Nyack. 845-623-4023. 7th Annual REACH Foundation Fun Run ($- $$$$/A). June 9 (8am). There will be refreshments, t-shirts, entertainment and lots of family fun! 5K awards will be given in 5 different age categories. Fees: $5/student walk; $10/adult walk; $25/5K runner. Torne Valley Sports Complex. 115 Torne Valley Rd., Hillburn. 914-414-3069. 14th Annual Kingston Kayak Festival ($$/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)