I know…in the olden days, those dark days during the height of the pandemic in New York (thank you everyone for being so respectful so that we could crush the curve!) days lost their meanings. Second Saturdays used to be one of the heaviest days in Beacon. Art galleries would launch their new exhibits, shops would do discounts, restaurants may offer live music, and A Little Beacon Blog used to open pop-up shops in the space that we occupied back then on Main Street (we had sadly vacated just before the pandemic hit).
To be honest, from a marketing standpoint, Second Saturday was quite a crowded day. We wondered if launching events on other Saturdays might be the way to go. We tried convincing our pop-up shop rental clients of this approach, but they would not be deterred. People wanted their Second Saturdays!
When events and shopping halted, so did the art exhibits. And so did A Little Beacon Blog’s monthly hunting for art exhibit openings that our editor, Catherine Sweet, a veteran Beaconite who moved back to her home state of CA but could not release the Art Gallery in her heart, would write up dutifully every month. However, A Little Beacon Blog’s sales decreased as our event income disappeared, and some advertisers paused (but not all! thank you advertisers!!).
Yet, there were no events, and Catherine is a mother of a young child, and she, like all parents, was drowning in no childcare, which was life back then when everything shut down and parents who worked from home could barely function. I’m not sure if we are even functioning now, come to think of it, in summer and in between camp drop-offs, college visits, and vacays.
Fast Forward To Today’s Saturday
Fast forward to today, and Beacon is bustling! Safely because you all wear your masks (you who refuse or are lying about your vaccinations…we’ll just put you to the side). And safely because businesses are able to make their own rules now, and good customers respect them (unlike those of you who are unruly, and you can just keep yourself on the train and get off at a different stop).
Art galleries seem to be inclined to have Second Saturday’s. We have not checked with the official leaders of this movement, BeaconArts, as this article went up too quickly, but they most likely have an opinion.
Here at A Little Beacon Blog, we want to continue promoting the art exhibits as best we can. In order to do that, we need to open up our advertising platform to art galleries - the same one that shops and restaurants have access to. It is a discounted subscription model that can allow for the listing of an event or marketing message each week in A Little Beacon Blog’s weekend newsletter. We want to pay Catherine the money she deserves! And we need a little extra to pay ourselves (Teslie and Katie both work here each day, and we have student loans, childcare, car payments, rent, mortgage, utility bills all the things).
As an art gallery, if you want to list your events or exciting anythings each week, you can do that in our Art Gallery Sponsor program here. If you are a business or individual who is not an artist, but wants to support each month, you can do so as well here.
If you are a location like a barber shop, who once a month or once in a blue moon hosts an artist, then please submit your event to us. A Little Beacon Blog always has a soft spot for true pop-ups. A “true” pop-up is something that pops up in a very unusual, unrelated location. Like an artist in a barber shop. Or a clothing shop in a barber shop. Both of which have happened!
Meanwhile, the Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) really needs your help, as all of their in-person fundraisers have been canceled due to you-know-what. Donate here to their latest fundraiser, which is at 30% of its goal.
For humans who need groceries, ALBB just updated our Food Pantry Guide with the PayPal info to donate to Mutual Aid Beacon. They have been working since the beginning of the pandemic to bring people food and connect them with resources, and are always involved in projects.
And for this week's biggest news, the 10pm curfew imposed on the late night scene of restaurants and bars. As one 8 year old said: “Everybody knows that COVID cases are coming from people kissing at bars.” The truth may be that infections are spreading at home as people get lax in their social circles. Regardless, how are Beacon restaurants and bars dealing with it? We interviewed a bunch, and got some answers.
PS: Beacon has 8 COVID cases at moment, but there are 234 cases who are pending address confirmation according to the Dutchess County Dashboard.
THE SECOND SATURDAY GUIDE Edited and Written By: Catherine Sweet
You guys, we need your help! A Little Beacon Blog keeps the most comprehensive Second Saturday Guide around. That is because it is actually hard and time consuming to find info from the artists! But our editor Catherine sleuths around for it, and finds it. Basically, exhibits are usually announced a day before they open LOL so this is always a crunch-time type Guide for us. But the artists LOVE it, especially those who are popping up in unusual places, like Twins Barber Shop.
Trouble is, we need at least 5 Corporate or Individual Sponsor for it. Are you in? Details are HERE for Business or Individual Subscription Sponsorships, and they are on sale now. Artists and Galleries can have their own advertising package too, for a lower price. Details on artists pricing are HERE, and includes extra photo and Instagram options.
THE RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Edited and Written By: Marilyn Perez and Katie Hellmuth Martin
March For Education
Day: Saturday, November 14, 2020 Time: 3pm Location: Delano Hitch Stadium in Newburgh NY
From the organizers: "Bring a mask, bring a sign, bring a friend! The initial March for Education last month on the 24th got the ball rolling and has attracted Albany’s ear. The plan is to keep raising awareness about the C-RS framework and keep applying pressure! Event starts at 3 PM, and as it is getting darker earlier we strongly recommend bringing flashlights/headlamps/reflective gear as well as layers!"
Pro-Tip: Get your head-flashlight and reflective gear at Brett's Hardware. Information >
Decolonizing Education Webinar
Day: Monday, November 16, 2020 Time: 3-3:45pm and 7:15-8pm Where: Google Meets
A workshop to explore Culturally Responsive-Sustaining (CR-S) Education Framework in New York State and participate in a letter writing campaign to your State Representative regarding education policy. There are two sessions so students, parents, and the community can participate. To get the Google Meets link, please fill out this form: ll out form for link https://forms.gle/5SiqXK4BS9e7PjgS8 Information >
SAVE THE DATE:
Community Forum on Policing and Public Safety
Day: Saturday, November 21, 2020 Time: 10am Where: Zoom
Hosted by the Human Relations Commission. Questions can be submitted to the Mayor. From the flyer: "Seeking input from voices not previously heard." Information >
SallyeAnder November Pop-Up
Day: Friday & Saturday, November 13-14, 2020 Time: 10am-3pm Location: 18 W Main Street, Beacon, NY
Swing on by the SallyeAnder Workshop Friday, November 13 or Saturday, November 14th 10-3, to shop their complete line of handmade, all-natural soaps, balms and more! Mask required for entry. Four (4) customers at a time. Information >
The Yard Holiday Pop-Up Market
Day: Saturday, November 14, 2020 Time: 10am-8pm Location: The Yard, 4 Hanna Lane, Beacon, NY
A holiday pop up market with local makers and vendors including LNJ Tech, Bow Glass Works, Beetle & Fred, Theresa Gooby, Inner Beauty Effects, Fishkill Landing, Lost & Found Flag Company, and more.
The Yard is an outdoor space and socially distancing and masks will be required. Information >
EAT CHURCH
3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY
Double Double Bang Bang Menu is back! Look at Eat Church at Marbled Meat Shop in Cold Spring Friday and Saturday, 4-8pm. View all dishes and full menu at eatchurch.com. If you order online, pickup time slots are limited, so secure your spot! Information > Eat Church is an ALBB Sponsor!
MEYERS OLDE DUTCH
184 Main Street, Beacon, NY
If you haven’t tried the crispy chicken sandwich from Meyers Olde Dutch, you're missing out! Paired with house made pimento cheese, coleslaw and bread and butter pickles it might be the only thing capable of distracting you from checking your phone compulsively right now...or is that just us? More > Meyers Olde Dutch is an ALBB Sponsor!
HOMESPUN
232 Main Street, Beacon, NY
and the Cafe at the Dia : Beacon
BREAKING NEWS! This weekend, you can order the Empanadas with lime crema, fresno peppers & espelette. Available in chicken, pork and vegetarian, $12. Come see Homespun tomorrow. The back courtyard is going to be nice! View their all day menu View Menu > Homespun is an ALBB Sponsor!
HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL
288 Main Street, Beacon, NY
Mix it up! A glass of Malenchini Chianti, a Buffalo Blue Cheese Salad & a Virginia Beer Company Elbow Stout. And if you get a second round of drinks, you may need some more fries to split! Information > Hudson Valley Food Hall is an ALBB Sponsor!
BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY
Spacious eating awaits inside BAJA 328, and their to-go options are just as fresh. Baja offers spacious indoor seating with their flexible garage door front wall, to keep you safer and ventilated. Tuesday - Thursday: 4-9pm Friday - Saturday: 12pm-10pm Sunday: 12pm-8pm Follow on Instagram > Baja 328 is an ALBB Sponsor!
EAT CHURCH
511 Fishkill Avenue, Beacon, NY
BRETT'S HARDWARE
18 West Main Street, Beacon
You know you need to paint something gold and shiny right now! Brett's has all the colors of the rainbow in stock in their Beacon location. You need matte or glossy? Brett's has then moth. Silver or gold? Yes. Get your craft on. PS: Brett's is hiring an Assistant Manager in their New Windsor location! Get details here. Go Shopping > Brett's Hardware is a Sponsor, thank you!
LUXE OPTIQUE
181-183 Main Street, Beacon
Meet the team behind Luxe Optique! The Luxe Optique team is dedicated to providing their customers with the highest level of service to bring you the ultimate eyewear experience. Stop by or schedule your appointment to experience it for yourself. Go Shopping > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you!
BINNACLE BOOKS
321 Main Street, Beacon
We love to see a young one discovers a new book, like this one by Kai Kalia Yang, Khoa Le, “The Most Beautiful Thing”.
From Binnacle Books, “Drawn from author Kao Kalia Yang’s childhood experiences as a Hmong refugee, this moving picture book portrays a family with a great deal of love and little money. Weaving together Kalia’s story with that of her beloved grandmother, the book moves from the jungles of Laos to the family’s early years in the United States. When Kalia becomes unhappy about having to do without and decides she wants braces to improve her smile, it is her grandmother—a woman who has just one tooth in her mouth—who helps her see that true beauty is found with those we love most. Stunning illustrations from Vietnamese illustrator Khoa Le bring this inter-generational tale to life.” Binnacle Books is a ALBB Sponsor, thank you!
LA MÉRE CLOTHING AND GOODS
436 Main Street, Beacon
Time to get cozy? Don't mind if we do! Especially if it involves wearing these adorable lace trimmed socks. Find this pair and much more brand new goodies at La Mére Clothing and Goods. Check out their website and shop online! Information > La Mere is a ALBB Sponsor, thank you!
LEWIS & PINE
133 Main Street, Beacon
Lewis & Pine has their exclusively designed line of jewelry of course, but the tiny shop is filled with other treasures as well. Like one of the best greeting card collection in Beacon. See here for cards you can buy right now online. Or go into the shop to discover other gems.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Shop > Lewis & Pine is a ALBB Sponsor, thank you!
BEACON INSTITUTE FOR RIVERS AND ESTUARIES
The Beacon Institute for Rivers and Estuaries is now offering programs for homeschool groups at our Water Ecology Center on Dennings Point. The programs are STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) oriented with a focus on environmental themes. Information >
ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY
340 Main Street, Beacon
Antalek & Moore is acknowledging Terry Williams on her 28 year anniversary with the agency. Terry is licensed agent, and personal insurance team leader. She also happens to be the insurance agent of ALBB's Managing Editor, Marilyn Perez! Congratulations Terry! Information > Antalek & Moore is a Sponsor, thank you!
TIN SHINGLE
Did you know that The Associated Press has made its official recommendation on if the "b" in Black is capitalized when referring to Black people? It is. As well as the "I" in Indigenous. But not the "w" in white, due to its past history and connection. Learn More >
KATIE JAMES, INC.
Designing a website is exciting and involves new possibilities. It can also be overwhelming to conceptualize. Katie James, Inc. wants to be on that journey with you, and wants to put together the puzzle that is your business or venture, so that people can experience it for a strong impression of your brand. Learn More >
For the first time in ages, SallyeAnder has opened their factory store to the public this weekend. Those details and more in this weekend's Retail Therapy/Happening This Weekend Guide. Enjoy!
THE SECOND SATURDAY GUIDE Edited and Written By: Catherine Sweet
TWIN'S BARBER SHOP
349 Main St.
We're excited to include an art showcase pop-up at Twins Barbershop, featuring vivid portraits by Lonell Wright.
MOTHER GALLERY
1154 North Ave. (downstairs)
Continuing at Mother Gallery, Bridget Caramagna and Brian Belott in finally golden.
NO. 3 READING ROOM AND PHOTO BOOK WORKS
469 Main St.
With her indoor gallery space remaining closed, Paulette Myers-Rich of No. 3 Reading Room and Photo Book Works has updated her windows with yet another moving installation. This time, photographs by Ronnie Farley highlight the centuries-long fight by Indignenous women for their people and their land. "In this time of reckoning with racist injustice, it’s important to put into view the Indigenous women who have struggled against sexist, racist and genocidal policies for centuries," Rich and Farley write.
THE RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Edited and Written By: Marilyn Perez and Katie Hellmuth Martin
Story Screen Drive-In presents "Get Out" and "Candyman"
Day: Friday-Sunday, October 9-11, 2020 Time: 7:00pm (Get Out), 9:00pm (Candyman) Location: The Park at USC, 724 Wolcott Ave, Beacon, NY Information >
Springfield Baptist Church Encourages Voter Registration And Voting
Day: October 9, 2020 Location: Online
The Springfield Baptist Church is encouraging all New York State residents to register to vote by Friday, October 9th, 2020, which you can do online here. Information >
Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church Encourages Voter Registration and Early Voting
Day: October 9, 2020 Location: Online
Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church is running a voting campaign to help people vote. Information on 1. How to register to vote; 2. Deadlines for early voting, absentee and Mail-In-Voting and other pertinent info Information >
"Journey To Freedom" At The Newburgh Free Library
Day: October 12 - December 12, 2020 Location: 124 Grand Street, Newburgh, NY
Newburgh Free Library is hosting "Journey to Freedom," a year-long series of arts, cultural and educational programs inspired by the courage, vision and strength of the American abolitionist and political activist, Harriet Tubman. This sculpture of Harriet Tubman by award-winning artist Wesley Wofford will be on display in front of the Newburgh Free Library from October 12 to December 12, 2020. For more information, please visit www.newbughfreelibrary.org. This project is funded in part by Humanities New York Information >
"Unchained Equity Seminar" At The Newburgh Armory Larkin Center
Day: October 17, 2020 Time: 1-5pm Location: 321 William Street, Newburgh, NY
Melanin Unchained presents an Equity Seminar focused on goal-oriented solutions to specific areas impacted by systematic racism within everyday lives. Moving forward into 2021, an after-school program will be launched to explore ways to strengthen and develop youth's perspectives. Organizational goals like mentoring, youth services, community building, recreational, creative, and literacy development will be available. Information >
Sallye Ander Factory Sale
Days: Friday-Saturday, October 9-10, 2020 Time: 10am-3pm Location: 18 W. Main St #6, Beacon, NY (Enter through the door next to Brett's Hardware and follow the signs)
Their first ever factory sale! Shop their full line of products, get special discounts. Credit Cards (preferred) and Cash are accepted.
For social distancing, 4 people at a time allowed inside. Mask and social distance required. Information > RSVP On Facebook > (not required)
EAT CHURCH
511 Fishkill Avenue, Beacon, NY TEST KITCHEN ALERT!Eat Church will be closed this weekend as they work the Test Kitchen for their new curry menu. They will be back in full force next weekend at Marbled in Cold Spring, October 16-17, 4-8pm. The new menu will be up this coming Wednesday morning. Order early, this event will sell out!
Meanwhile...Check this out about owner and chef Mark. He grew up in Lowell, MA during a time of massive immigration and shifting ideas about community. The 1970’s and 80’s brought a huge Cambodian, Laos, and Vietnamese population to Lowell along with his first taste of something special. A fine arts painting degree from RISD translated into a quick entrance into the professional kitchen via the sinks. Follow Eat Church on Instagram (@eatchurch) and check their online store for pre-orders. Information > Eat Church is an ALBB Sponsor!
MEYERS OLDE DUTCH
184 Main Street, Beacon, NY
A couple new cocktails for this weekend! Including a new favorite Witch’s Kiss, featuring aged tequila, St Germain and house made apple butter. Both patios open 11:30am-10pm, online ordering available by clicking here for takeout and delivery More > Meyers Olde Dutch is an ALBB Sponsor!
HOMESPUN
232 Main Street, Beacon, NY
and the Cafe at the Dia : Beacon
Beacon is quite lucky to have the new owner of Homespun - Joe Robitaille - in our foodie world. Joe is a sommelier who takes special care to train his staff and head sommelier Heather to help you pick the most delicious wine for your evening. Homespun's Wine & Beer Store To Go at Homespun's Dia Beacon Café location is great for visitors coming up from the train. All bottles sold here are for off-premise consumption only. Great for your hotel or Airbnb! Also grab a bottle from Homespun's Main Street location.
You can order after your museum visit, or email at joe@homespunfoods.com to set up a pick up ahead of time.
HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL
288 Main Street, Beacon, NY TEST KITCHEN ALERT! OKTOBERFEST is here and we have a Test Kitchen alert! There’s a new vendor to try for the next two weekends. Stop by, try a German Soft Pretzel & let us know what you think. Get here quickly this pop up is only for this weekend and next. Happy Oktoberfest!!! Information > Hudson Valley Food Hall is an ALBB Sponsor!
BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY
Eat outside in Baja's parklet while you still can! Parklet dining will end in Beacon on November 1st. Baja offers spacious indoor seating with their flexible garage door front wall, to keep you safer and ventilated. Tuesday - Thursday: 4-9pm Friday - Saturday: 12pm-10pm Sunday: 12pm-8pm Follow on Instagram > Baja 328 is an ALBB Sponsor!
LUXE OPTIQUE
181-183 Main Street, Beacon
These monogram sunglasses from @emmanuellekhanh are styled to perfection by @thedailydeb. Emannuelle Khanh has been making iconic eyewear since 1969. Handcrafted in France & Japan. Their Autumn 2020 collection is out now, for you to try in Beacon at Luxe Optique! Put yourself in to Luxe's hands, and you will come away so happy. Promise. Go Shopping > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you!
BINNACLE BOOKS
321 Main Street, Beacon
Now available at Binnacle Books, N.K. Jemisin, “How Long ‘Til Black Future Month?”
“Three-time Hugo Award winner and NYT bestselling author N. K. Jemisin challenges and delights readers with thought-provoking narratives of destruction, rebirth, and redemption that sharply examine modern society in her first collection of short fiction, which includes never-before-seen stories. Binnacle Books is a ALBB Sponsor, thank you!
LA MÉRE CLOTHING AND GOODS
436 Main Street, Beacon
Could there be an any more perfect kind of shoe for the cooler weather? Put your best foot forward in La Mére Clothing And Goods new Demian Sherpa Lined Sneaker featuring zippers on both sides of the shoe. Much more where this came from! New inventory always arriving. Information > La Mere is a ALBB Sponsor, thank you!
LEWIS & PINE
133 Main Street, Beacon
The Artifact Necklace from @lewisandpine - a geometric mashup with a handcrafted texture. The hammered surface breaks up the hard lines of the central triangle, softening the look and creating the minimal look.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY
340 Main Street, Beacon
Antalek & Moore is proud to receive the Superior Travelers Agent Recognition Award for the Central NY region. They were awarded the STAR because of their outstanding production results, consistently high retention, engagement with their digital initiatives, and focus on their future. "Thank you, Travelers, and of course to all of our clients for your continued support." Information > Antalek & Moore is a Sponsor, thank you!
TIN SHINGLE
Did you know that The Associated Press has made its official recommendation on if the "b" in Black is capitalized when referring to Black people? It is. As well as the "I" in Indigenous. But not the "w" in white, due to its past history and connection. Learn More >
KATIE JAMES, INC.
Designing a website is exciting and involves new possibilities. It can also be overwhelming to conceptualize. Katie James, Inc. wants to be on that journey with you, and wants to put together the puzzle that is your business or venture, so that people can experience it for a strong impression of your brand. Learn More >
July 2020 brings the return, kind of, of Second Saturday. Seven venues have in person openings, whether on windows or in very strictly spaced indoors. Clockwise from top right: Mr. Kum Kum’s Silent Killer at Clutter Gallery, one of three shows there; Mother Altar by Chie Fueki at Mother Gallery, in the windows or by appointment; My Way, Gee’s Bend quilting and abstract works at Parts & Labor; an entry in Help Feed Beacon, a fundraiser and show at Bau Gallery; and Slippage as Form, works by Edwin Torres in the storefront windows of No.3 Reading Room and Photo Book Works.
It’s Second Saturday, when in the Before Times, Beacon would throw a big party with lots of art and wine and snacks. It was really fun. But it’s been a few months since in-person things mostly closed down (thanks, corona) and we’ve focused on online exhibitions, social justice/protest art, and taking care of the general health of those close to us.
So, to be honest, the seven in-person exhibitions this week caught us at A Little Beacon Blog a little off guard. Some shows are windows-based (Mother Gallery, No.3 Reading Room and Photo Book Works); others are indoors, with strict plans and rules on capacity (Parts & Labor, Clutter, Bau, Howland Cultural Center, RiverWinds Gallery). The shows do look pretty neat, but if you plan to keep staying home (the forecast isn’t great), local galleries are offering lots of digital alternatives to explore. We've got it all covered in Beacon’s most comprehensive Art Gallery Guide.
This month’s Second Saturday Art Gallery Guide is sponsored by No. 3 Reading Room and Photo Book Works, at 469 Main Street, down toward the east end of Main Street, where you’ll find not just rotating exhibits, but cool collections of handmade books that the public is encouraged to peruse. Owner Paulette Myers-Rich has found new veins of creativity, coming up with ways to engage readers and consumers of art via her storefront windows.
While you're out and about doing Second Saturday, stop by our sponsors and support the businesses who support us! You too can become a sponsor at any time.
Second Saturday is overflowing with openings, closings, and continuings! Clockwise from top right: Alberto Burstzyn’s Beacon Moose in Beacon 3D; Liao Yibai’s work in Eustatia at the brand-new Global Art Museum; Meghan Spiro’s wrenching, important Without Fear & Full of Love at Bau Gallery; Mariam Aziza Stephan and Julia Johnson’s Hatched in the Drift at No. 3 Reading Room & Photo Book Works; and the closing weeks of John Sabraw’s Anthrotopographies at the Beacon Institute for Rivers and Estuaries.
Happy Second Saturday, Beacon! This is one of the most action-packed Second Saturdays in recent memory: More than a dozen new shows are opening, so don’t delay - head out there and see some art! We’ve got the whole roundup in our Second Saturday Art Gallery Guide.
Notable: The sculptures around town of Beacon 3D are set to come down soon, probably end of November, so make sure you spot them all! Also in its waning days: Anthrotopographies, John Sabraw’s look at the effects of human development on natural places. A brand-spankin-new gallery is open with the Global Art Museum. At No. 3 Reading Room and Photo Book Works, artist Mariam Aziza Stephan and poet Julia Johnson will be at the gallery for a reception for their Hatched in the Drift. Longtime Beacon studio-gallery Maria Lago has new work up in her studio on the mountain side of Main Street. Hudson Valley photographer Randy Calderone has his first solo show, What I Saw, up at Oak Vino. And at Bau, photographer Meghan Spiro puts a face to the horror of domestic violence - and also recovery - in her Without Fear & Full of Love.
Full descriptions of all of these shows - and so very many more! Once you've figured out where to park, what's next? If you're in need of a bite to eat, check out the Restaurant Guide. Itching to show local shopkeepers some love? We've got a Shopping Guide at your fingertips. Thank you for supporting the businesses that help support A Little Beacon Blog! We couldn't do this without you — or them. Happy Second Saturday strolling!
Happy Second Saturday for May 2019! New shows are opening all around Beacon. Some of them include, clockwise from top right: Martin D. Fowler at Big Mouth Coffee Roasters; the Rain Taxi Review of Books at Photo Book Works; Alessandro Keegan at Mother Gallery; and Meghan Spiro at Hudson Beach Glass.
Happy Second Saturday, people of Beacon! It’s time once again to head out into that fresh late-spring air, and see some art. Consider it a warm-up for your tour of Beacon Open Studios, opening (studios) next weekend! Get all the details in our Art Gallery Guide.
Some of the Art Gallery Openings in Beacon, NY, for January 2019. Clockwise from top right: Beacon Fine Art Gallery at the Inn and Spa at Beacon; Monochrome photography show at the Howland Cultural Center; Amanda E. Gross at Catalyst Gallery; imPerfect Poetics of Place group show at Hudson Beach Glass; and Walter DE Maria’s 360° I Ching/64 Sculptures at Dia.
It’s the Second Saturday of the month, but it’s also the first Second Saturday of the year! Celebrate the calendar’s turn, maybe consider making an art-related resolution (or a revolution, maybe): Visit one new gallery every Second Saturday, or talk with one artist, or pick up just a card. For any and all art around town, we've got it covered in Beacon's most comprehensive Art Gallery Guide.
The Inn and Spa at Beacon gets a fresh look in its Beacon Fine Art Gallery, with a variety of artists showing new work. At the Howland Cultural Center, a show opens to celebrate monochrome - practice finding a new perspective on dreary gray winter days, hopefully?. Or you could whiplash yourself in the other direction, with supersaturated, vibrant works from Amanda E. Gross at Catalyst Gallery. Stop by Hudson Beach Glass’ upstairs gallery to re-connect with TheoGanz Studio owner Eleni Smolen, who curated The imPerfect Poetics of Place. At Dia, this weekend holds your last chance to see Walter De Maria’s vast 360° I Ching/64 Sculptures, and your first chance to see the reopening of the Dorothea Rockburne galleries. Clutter, RiverWinds, No.3 Reading Room and Photo Book Works, and bau have new openings, while Mother Gallery, BIRE, and Oak Vino are showcasing current shows just a bit longer. Check the Guide for details!
Clockwise from top right, Second Saturday works by Jesse Bradford at Mother Gallery; Bakkun at Clutter Magazine Gallery; Hudson Beach Glass; Karl LaLonde at RiverWinds Gallery; and Lindsey Buckley at Bau (Beacon Artist Union).
Happy Second Saturday, Beacon! December’s #2Sat is one of the most vibrant days of the year around our little city, with hints of peppermint and straight-up magic in the air, pop-up shops, craft fairs, tree and menorah lighting, and Santa! But that’s not even all of the weekend’s cool happenings. For more details, check our Events Guide
Amid the festive hustle and bustle, don’t forget about the art galleries! There is so much new art to see! A gaggle of group shows this month offer a really efficient way to see new work. You’ll find a broad spectrum of artists at each of Mother, Catalyst, RiverWinds, Clutter, Hudson Beach Glass, Photo Book Works, bau, and The Lofts at Beacon galleries. (A tip: Many galleries are showcasing small, giftable items this month with price tags to match.) Curious about more galleries, or more specifics? We've got it all covered in Beacon's most comprehensive Art Gallery Guide.
Big thanks to BeaconArts, the masterminds and promotional powerhouses behind Second Saturday and so many Beacon events! And thanks to the sponsors of A Little Beacon Blog, whose support allows us to produce the content we bring to you. Stop in to support them while you're out and about doing Second Saturday!
Happy Second Saturday, folks! This mid-October weekend is jam-packed with gallery openings (and one closing 😥) as well as so many non-art events. The common theme? Community. Head out to the galleries. (Our Guide gives an overview of each exhibition or screening we track down.) Talk with your neighbors, visitors, or the artists. Buy their work if you're in a position to - get a jump on holiday gifting, maybe? Then head out again on Sunday, with the Car Show on Main Street and the Pumpkin Festival at Pete and Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park. Get the artsy-tartsy scoop here in our Art Gallery Guide, and read about all of the amazing non-artsy things in our Event Guide.
At No. 3 Reading Room and Photo Book Works, revisit Melissa McGill's starry Bannerman Castle installation and read writer Sam Anderson's reflections, in Reverse Punctuation Constellations.
Brief descriptions in our Gallery Guide can't possibly do justice to all of the artists exhibiting around town, so you really should check them out yourself. If you're inclined, report back and let us know what you loved seeing. Comment here, on Facebook, on Instagram, or Twitter. We'd love to hear from you.
Second Saturday, August 11! Art Happenings In Beacon Include, Clockwise From Top Right, Colus At Clutter Gallery; Chantelle Norton At Matteawan Gallery; Chris Sanders at Hudson Beach Glass; Diane Christi At The Howland Cultural Center; Eileen Sackman At Bau.
Happy Second Saturday, people of Beacon! Dodge raindrops and thunder, and get to the galleries to see fantastic art - in new openings and continuing shows. We've got it all covered in Beacon's most comprehensive Art Gallery Guide.
It may be stormy, but it's still the dog days of summer. Consider this a friendly reminder that leisure time is fleeting, and we should make the most of the long days while we still have them. Several shows around town are spotlighting animals in art. At Hudson Beach Glass, you'll find Chris Sanders' four- and eight-legged friends, and at bau, Eileen Sackman's endangered critters. This is the second-to-last weekend to see Zoology at Matteawan Gallery - don't miss the incredible diversity of art that rivals the diversity of the animal kingdom itself! Check the Guide for details on all of these and every other show.
Big thanks to BeaconArts, the masterminds and promotional powerhouses behind Second Saturday and so many Beacon events! And thanks to the sponsors of A Little Beacon Blog, whose support allows us to produce the content we bring to you. Stop in to support them while you're out and about doing Second Saturday!
Happy Second Saturday, people of Beacon! Break that snowbound cabin fever by getting out and seeing some incredible art. We've got it all covered in Beacon's most comprehensive Art Gallery Guide.
Several shows around town are specifically celebrating Women's History Month, while other venues are exhibiting female artists' work. There's a new gallery/shop in town, Artifact Beacon, over on the East End of Main Street. Also note: The return of Scribbleheads, and the stellar work of talented Beacon High School art students at The Lofts At Beacon. Check the Guide for details!
Sip and stroll, and pretend you don't have to worry about homework for another month.
Happy Second Saturday, Beaconites and Hudson Valley art lovers! We have quite a roundup in store for you: From a "Friendraiser" to benefit the public library, to a honest-to-goodness hootenanny, to a plethora of paintings, photos, and sculpture that will engage your every sense. Get the scoop (and find out who will be pouring frosty beverages) in our Second Saturday Guide.
Once you've figured out where to park, what's next? If you're in need of a bite to eat, check out the Restaurant Guide. Itching to show local shopkeepers some love? We've got a Shopping Guide at your fingertips. Thank you for supporting the businesses that help support A Little Beacon Blog! We couldn't do this without you — or them. Happy Second Saturday strolling!
Keep your eyes glued to this space, and refresh often! We're constantly updating the Guide as we hear about new events and openings.
BEACON ARTS' OFFICIAL #2SAT LOGO
"Second Saturday" is a lively day into night in Beacon, and is a celebration of Beacon's galleries, restaurants and other businesses arts on the second Saturday of every month. According to Dan Rigney, current president of BeaconArts, the organization who encouraged this movement to happen over a decade ago and heavily promotes the events, says: "Back then, Beacon was one of the last places people outside of town thought to go on a Saturday night. Now Second Saturday has become a part of the fabric of Beacon. It's such a part of it, many galleries have their opening events on other Saturdays, so that they get two big crowds each month." Second Saturday is a great reason to "walk" Main Street and beyond and explore the events going on around town. It's always a pleasure eating and drinking your way through Beacon, so this guide will help you know where to eat and drink as you explore special exhibits and happenings.
What to Know About This Guide:
This Guide includes gallery and art showings that may be hosted in a gallery or in a shop or restaurant.
Many of these shows run through the current month, so check back often if you are on an art hunt.
Closing times posted here are for Second Saturdays only, and may not reflect regular Saturdays. Always call an establishment directly for current hours, offerings, or any other questions.
Live-tweet your way through Second Saturday by using the hashtag created by BeaconArts: #2SAT, and tack on #beaconny or #SecondSaturday if you have room in your tweets or Instagram postings.
If you are a gallery and have something special to add, please email editorial@alittlebeaconblog.com.
Late-Night (After 9pm) Spots to Eat and Drink:
After you walk the galleries, you'll be hungry and need (another) drink! See our full list of restaurants who are open prior to 9pm in our Restaurant Guide.
Bank Square 129 Main St.
Chill Wine Bar 173 Main St.
Poppy's Burger and Fries 184 Main St.
Max's On Main 246 Main St.
Baja 328 328 Main St.
Quinn's 330 Main St.
The Towne Crier (bar only) 379 Main St.
Oak Vino Wine Bar 389 Main St. (Call first to see if cheese plates and dessert are still being served!)
Draught Industries 394 Main St.
The Vault 446 Main St.
Joe's Irish Pub 455 Main St.
The Hop 554 Main St. (It's a good idea to have reservations if you hope to order food.)
Roundhouse 2 East Main St.
Dogwood 47 East Main St.
Leave all Guides open on your phone because they include addresses and phone numbers. Tap on a phone number to call anyone.
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NEAR THE TRAIN, BEFORE MAIN STREET
DIA:BEACON
Dia:Beacon 3 Beekman St. Beacon, NY (845) 440-0100 Special for Second Saturday:Gallery Talk: Susan Thompson on Louise Lawler. Thompson, an assistant curator at the Guggenheim, will discuss Lawler's body of work. Known mainly for her photographic portraits of others' work, Lawler has at Dia:Beacon a sound installation, Birdcalls (1972/2008). Come learn why an art critic once nicknamed the piece "Patriarchal Roll Call." Gallery Talks at Dia:Beacon take place the second Saturday of every month at 2 pm. Focusing on the work of a single artist on view at Dia:Beacon, these one-hour walk-throughs are led by curators, art historians, and writers. Free with admission to the museum. (Don't forget: Beacon residents get in free on weekends!) More details at Dia:Beacon. Hours: 11 am to 6 pm
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THE WEST END (Close to the train station)
CATALYST GALLERY
Catalyst Gallery 137 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 204-3844 The intention of this artist-run space is to create an opportunity for individual artists or groups to show and sell work in a vibrant community that supports the arts. Special for Second Saturday: An installment of Third Stall Collective's fine art, fashion, furnishings, and books pops up right here in Beacon. It continues through Aug. 28, but before you pop in, check the website to make sure they'll be there! Hours: 7 pm to 9 pm
RICK PRICE AT COLORANT
Colorant 145 Main St. Beacon, NY Special for Second Saturday: Rick Price is one of those artists who has contributed so much to Beacon, it seems he's been here forever. You might not know his name, but if you've spent any time wandering Beacon looking at colorful Main Street exteriors, you'd recognize his work. (He's the artist behind the huge "River Beacon" mural on the side of the building at Cross and Main streets, as well as the book tree mural at the Howland Public Library.) See a more subdued but no less detailed side of Rick Price's art at Colorant, as he exhibits Walnut-Ink Watercolors. ... He made the pigment from walnuts growing in his own backyard! (How's that for local and artisanal?) He'll be painting portraits, too. Get in line to get yours! Hours: 6 pm to 8 pm
THEO GANZ STUDIO
Theo Ganz Studio 149 Main St. Beacon, NY (917) 318-2239 Theo Ganz Studio, the little gallery with the big windows in Beacon's west end, was founded by artist Eleni Smolen as a venue for contemporary artists working in all media. Recognizing the importance of exhibitions in an artist's career, Smolen concentrates on presenting actively engaged emerging and mid-career professionals in either solo or group exhibitions. Second Saturday:Joseph Pimentel's Ancient Civilizations. Pimentel, who has lived in Newburgh since he was 8, recently visited Peru, and channels those scenes into his intricate watercolor and ink drawings. Hours: Opening reception, 6 pm to 8 pm
MARION ROYAEL GALLERY
Marion Royael Gallery 159 Main St. Beacon, NY Special for Second Saturday: "Underground" takes a look at various subterranean visual perspectives. "Underground" in the gallery space is presented as a complement to the project out back, "Mr. Yard Presents the Knock Knock Underground Emoji." Gallery owners say you'll just have to stop by, if you want to learn more about the doors... Hours: Noon to 7 pm
HUDSON BEACH GLASS
Hudson Beach Glass / Fovea 162 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 440-0068 A glass studio casting functional and sculptural objects for over 20 years. A truly special establishment to have in Beacon. Stop in to find blown-glass objects of all kinds, from lights to bowls to wind chimes. Sometimes on Second Saturday you can watch them blow glass. Special for Second Saturday: "Fire Clay Paint" brings together four ceramicists (Roger Baumann, Scott Bartolomei Edmonds, Deborah Heid, and Joel Brown) and one painter (Linda Winters). The group show takes place in the upstairs gallery. Hours: Opening reception, 6 pm to 9 pm
CLUTTER MAGAZINE GALLERY
Clutter Magazine Gallery 163 Main St. Beacon, NY (212) 255-2505 The Clutter Gallery is a branch of the Clutter Media Group family, and is focused on showing quality work by both established and emerging artists in the fields of toy design and customization, as well as modern pop and lowbrow art. Clutter Gallery's exhibitions are open to the public and free of charge. Works are a variety of sizes. Second Saturday: "Kaleidoscope of Kyoot" is all about the cute designer toys! As always, a plethora of artists will be shown. Among them: Cat Rabbit, Chernyachi, Claymate Creatures, Crowded Teeth, Cuddly Rigor Mortis, El Hooligan, Flat Bonnie, Fluffy House, Gail CC, Gretchen Lewis, Grumble Toy, Hanjipan Designs, Hiroshi Yoshii, Horrible Adorables, Hungry Ghost, Joe Scarano, Josh Mayhem, Kyle Kirwan, Lisa Rae Hansen, Lolle, Maddy Norval, Melodreama, Misfit Menagerie, MJ Hsu, Odd Fauna (her #terrabeast is pictured here!), One-Eyed Girl, Seulgie, Silk and Thistle, Stitch of Whimsy, Sugar Fueled, Tomodachi Island, twelveDot, Uamou, Valency Genis, Wesker Zhan, Yoji, and more! Also opening and not to be missed: "Cryptic Creatures," a solo show of The Bots' new works! Hours: Opening reception, 6 pm to 9 pm
RIVERWINDS GALLERY
RiverWinds Gallery 172 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 838-2880 RiverWinds Gallery features Hudson Valley artists. Work includes fine art paintings and photography, plus contemporary crafts including ceramics, jewelry, fiber arts and more. Special for Second Saturday: "Odyssey," a group show, celebrates RiverWinds Gallery's 13 years of sharing art with Beacon. Last month, "Odyssey" celebrated painting; this time photographers get the spotlight. Many of the photographers will be attending, so come with questions and be ready to ask the pros. Who knows? Your work might be in the show next year! Hours: Opening reception, 5 pm to 8 pm
DREAM IN PLASTIC
Dream in Plastic 177 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 632-3383 Special for Second Saturday:Ecologie, a nature-based photography exhibition by Jenny Zuko. She coaxes beautiful imagery out of the ol' iPhone. Don't quote us on this, but in the past, Dream in Plastic has been known to offer cupcakes and coffee at openings! It's nice to change it up from the wine and cheese every once in a while. Hours: 11 am to 7 pm; opening reception 6 pm to 9 pm
BEACON INSTITUTE
Beacon Institute for Rivers & Estuaries 199 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 838-1600 This historic brick storefront houses the Institute’s gallery, Hudson River bookstore and gift shop, and its administrative headquarters. The gallery showcases river and environmentally themed art and educational exhibits. Events feature talks by artists and regional Hudson Valley authors. Special for Second Saturday: The historic Mount Beacon Incline Railway gets a spotlight in this exhibit, which features large-format photography, digital renderings, animations, and infographics, all exploring the Incline Railway's early origins in shaping Beacon. The exhibition delves into the initiative to bring back the Incline Railway, through the lenses of a historic narrative and an eye toward the future. Click here for more event details. Hours: 11 am to 3 pm
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THE MIDDLE & "MARKET SQUARE"
THE START OF THE MIDDLE, AKA "MARKET SQUARE"
BINNACLE BOOKS
Binnacle Books 321 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 838-6191 Special for Second Saturday: Binnacle Books hosts a book release party, including a reading, signing, and musical performance. All this, to celebrate the arrival of Franz Nicolay's The Humorless Ladies of Border Control: Touring the Punk Underground from Belgrade to Ulaanbaatar. Read more about Nicolay and the book in this Highlands Current article. Hours: Noon to 7 pm
OAK VINO WINE BAR
Oak Vino Wine Bar 389 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 765-2400 Special for Second Saturday: Erica Hauser shows new work. Each of her paintings shows off familiar scenes of Americana, such as her "Dotted Dream Scenic Byway" (at right), in a new way. Sit back with a tasty appetizer and thirst-quenching glass of wine, and take it all in. Hours: 3 pm to 11 pm
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THE EAST END & BEYOND (Closer to the mountain)
THE START OF THE EAST END OF MAIN STREET - AND BEYOND!
THE BEACON HOTEL GALLERY
The Beacon Hotel Gallery 424 Main St. Beacon, NY Special for Second Saturday:This month in the former Wanderlust space, you'll find a pop-up gallery from artist Pascal Demeester. In "Behind the Leaves the World" contemporary land artist Pascal Demeester shares drawing, sculpture, photography and video. The native of Belgium recently moved to Beacon. Give him a warm welcome to town by visiting his show! Hours: 3 pm to 9 pm
MATTEAWAN GALLERY
Matteawan Gallery 436 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 440-7901 Matteawan Gallery specializes in contemporary art with an emphasis on works on paper by emerging and mid-career artists. Special for Second Saturday: Susan English's "Pourous Light" opens. English uses a unique process to build color and texture, pouring layer after layer of polymer onto panels to create paintings that reveal an influence of the natural environment. The panels' orientation (horizontal or vertical), finish (matte or glossy), and composition always demonstrate a relationship with the light in the space they're being viewed. Hours: Opening reception, 6 pm to 9 pm
MORPHICISM
Morphicism 444 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 440-3092 Moveable art in frames - art you must see and experience. Hours: Call first
TERRESON:BEACON
TERRESON:BEACON 475 Main St. Beacon, NY Jeffrey Terreson's paintings are in the collections of various Fortune 500 companies, as well as the United Nations. His work is inspired by 20th-century post-war masters such as Julian Schnabel, Jasper Johns, Mark Rothko and Joan Snyder. Special for Second Saturday: Bedford native Jeffrey Terreson has also recently moved his studio to Beacon, and is overcome with what he has found here. For August's Second Saturday, he is unveiling new paintings. Enjoy wine (from Artisan Wine Shop) and tasty morsels (from Beacon Pantry). Check out his new work that just went up, and let his enthusiasm be contagious! Follow him on Instagram (@jeffreyterreson_fineart) to make sure you don't miss any news. Can this Second Saturday top what he called a "crazy good" last month? Stop by the party and find out... Hours: Noon to 9 pm or later, Second Saturday party starts at 4, party-dependent (don't let him down, Beacon)
Blue Break Oils on canvas 48"x48"
December Impasto on wood 48"x48"
Whisper Oils on wax 40"x40"
Heart of the Emperor's Blue Oils on wood panel 6"x6"
HOWLAND CULTURAL CENTER
Howland Cultural Center 477 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 831-4988 Beacon's Howland Cultural Center is not just another arts organization. Its beautiful home is a Victorian building that was born specifically to serve the community as a cultural resource. Special for Second Saturday: The Portraits Show, including works from 17 artists around the Hudson Valley. Presenting artists include: Rosanne Cerbo, Russell Cusick, Michael D'Antuono, Alan Dingman, Stacie Flint, Claudia Gorman, Cynthia Harris-Pagano, Emilie Houssart, Helen Lang, Raphael Lopez, Nestor Madalengoitia, Joe Radoccia, Richard Taddei, Donald Whitely, Scott Wohlberg, David Yawman, and Bob Zahn. Hours: 1 pm to 5 pm
BAU GALLERY
BAU Gallery 506 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 440-7584 bau (Beacon Artist Union) is a platform for members and artists to grow, present and market their work and collaborative curatorial projects, while hosting events of related disciplines: performances, talks, film and music. BAU builds a vital link between the activities at bau and the community. Special for Second Saturday: Bau 140! In the Main Gallery, come see Melissa Robin's "Alchemy" before she moves across the country. Her amazing photography (occasionally featuring familiar Beacon faces!) will be for sale. In the Beacon Room, "Stick & Stones" by Yali Lewis, winner of Windows on Main. Hours: Noon to 6 pm; reception from 6 pm to 9 pm
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BEACON near RT. 52 (Beacon's part of Rt. 52 that heads into and out of town)
LOFTS AT BEACON GALLERY
The Lofts at Beacon Gallery 18 Front St. Beacon, NY (845) 202-7211 The Lofts at Beacon brought back to life a 19th-century brick mill that once made textiles in the Hudson Valley, located by the Fishkill Creek and situated near the Hudson River in the artists' haven town of Beacon. The Lofts have been completely remodeled into beautiful spaces, providing excellent loft rental units for the working artist. Special for Second Saturday: Juan Manuel Alvarez-Ossa - born in Colombia, raised in New York, longtime Parisian with a recent move to Switzerland - shows a unique perspective with his "Of American Perceptions: Studies," works on canvas and paper. Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
BEACON MUSIC FACTORY
Beacon Music Factory 629 Route 52 Beacon, NY (845) 765-0472 Special for Second Saturday: The Hootenanny roars on. Head just a little out of town - not even to Route 9! - for this Family Hootenanny! Kids (babies to age 10) and their caregivers are welcome to bring their own instruments for this merry-making and singalong with Beacon Music Factory's Emily Ellison. An added bonus: You get to say "hootenanny." (Go on, say it out loud. That's like music unto itself!) $5, no reservations necessary. Hours: 10 am to 11 am
Don't forget to check out our constantly updated Pop-Up Shop Guide and the Shopping Guide as well, as you mix and match dates and events for your weekend entertainment!
Keep your eyes glued to this space, and refresh often! We're constantly updating the Guide as we hear about new events and openings.
beacon arts' official #2sat logo
"Second Saturday" is a lively day into night in Beacon, and is a celebration of Beacon's galleries, restaurants and other businesses arts on the second Saturday of every month. According to Dan Rigney, current president of BeaconArts, the organization who encouraged this movement to happen over a decade ago and heavily promotes the events, says: "Back then, Beacon was one of the last places people outside of town thought to go on a Saturday night. Now Second Saturday has become a part of the fabric of Beacon. It's such a part of it, many galleries have their opening events on other Saturdays, so that they get two big crowds each month." Second Saturday is a great reason to "walk" Main Street and beyond and explore the events going on around town. It's always a pleasure eating and drinking your way through Beacon, so this guide will help you know where to eat and drink as you explore special exhibits and happenings.
What to Know About This Guide:
This Guide includes gallery and art showings that may be hosted in a gallery or in a shop or restaurant.
Many of these shows run through the current month, so check back often if you are on an art hunt.
Closing times posted here are for Second Saturdays only, and may not reflect regular Saturdays. Always call an establishment directly for current hours, offerings, or any other questions.
Live-tweet your way through Second Saturday by using the hashtag created by BeaconArts: #2SAT, and tack on #beaconny or #SecondSaturday if you have room in your tweets or Instagram postings.
If you are a gallery and have something special to add, please email editorial@alittlebeaconblog.com.
Late-Night (After 9pm) Spots to Eat and Drink:
After you walk the galleries, you'll be hungry and need (another) drink! See our full list of restaurants who are open prior to 9pm in our Restaurant Guide.
Bank Square 129 Main St.
Chill Wine Bar 173 Main St.
Poppy's Burger and Fries 184 Main St.
Max's On Main 246 Main St.
Baja 328 328 Main St.
Quinn's 330 Main St.
The Towne Crier (bar only) 379 Main St.
Oak Vino Wine Bar 389 Main St. (Call first to see if cheese plates and dessert are still being served!)
Draught Industries 394 Main St.
The Vault 446 Main St.
Joe's Irish Pub 455 Main St.
The Hop 554 Main St. (It's a good idea to have reservations if you hope to order food.)
Roundhouse 2 East Main St.
Dogwood 47 East Main St.
Leave all Guides open on your phone because they include addresses and phone numbers. Tap on a phone number to call anyone.
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NEAR THE TRAIN, BEFORE MAIN STREET
Dia:Beacon
Dia:Beacon 3 Beekman St. Beacon, NY (845) 440-0100 Special for Second Saturday: Community Free Day! Every few months, Dia:Beacon flings open its beautiful doors for Hudson Valley residents, offering a day of programming for all ages, including tours, talks, workshops, and performances. Free with admission to the museum. (Don't forget: Beacon residents get in free every weekend!)
Start the day with artist-educator Hannah Verrill as she guides visitors through "Something in My Body Turning Slightly," an all-ages program where museum visitors are prompted to shift their perspective on works of art, and reflect on what might be revealed by the changes in perception. The first program is at noon, but repeats at 3.
The huge, open spaces in the former Nabisco box factory were a big part of why Dia: Beacon chose to land here. Although the artists might be better known for their land art in the great outdoors, it's possible to get a feel for landscape even inside. At 1 pm, Dia guide Beth Haber will lead visitors on the "Inside Out Tour: Geography and the Landscape of Imagination," looking at the works of Robert Irwin, Agnes Martin, Richard Serra, and Robert Smithson. More details at Dia:Beacon. Hours: 11 am to 6 pm
Art in the Sanctuary
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church 15 South Ave. Beacon, NY Special for Second Saturday: "HomeTown Grace: Photos by Markie Baylash" takes over Art in the Sanctuary for one day only. If you spend any time on various Beacon Facebook pages, you've probably seen Markie's compelling photos of Beacon, "the people, events, and sights of my hometown, as seen through the lens and my mind - of simple grace of my hometown, Beacon, NY," as she puts it. Don't miss your chance to see the photographs in person! Hours: 5 pm to 7 pm
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THE WEST END (Close to the train station)
Catalyst gallery
Catalyst Gallery 137 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 204-3844 The intention of this artist-run space is to create an opportunity for individual artists or groups to show and sell work in a vibrant community that supports the arts. Special for Second Saturday: Sculptor Pablo Garcia Lopez's "Silkworks" opens. The Spain native uses an unexpected medium - silk - to portray some of Catholicism's most iconic figures, exposing a harder edge to what we usually think of as a soft, fluid material. Hours: Noon to 8 pm; reception and artist talk next Saturday (7/16), 6 pm to 8 pm
theo ganz studio
Theo Ganz Studio 149 Main St. Beacon, NY (917) 318-2239 Theo Ganz Studio, the little gallery with the big windows in Beacon's west end, was founded by artist Eleni Smolen as a venue for contemporary artists working in all media. Recognizing the importance of exhibitions in an artist's career, Smolen concentrates on presenting actively engaged emerging and mid-career professionals in either solo or group exhibitions. Second Saturday: The intricate works of Korea-born artist Jayoung Yoon continue at Theo Ganz Studio in Yoon's solo show. "Ephemerality" blends painting, sculpture, and video in performance meditations. She learned traditional embroidery and other fiber arts from her mother and aunt; such skills are reflected now in her exquisite pieces of woven hair. (Check out the Highlands Current article about the recent artist talk.) Hours: Noon to 5 pm
Marion Royael Gallery 159 Main St. Beacon, NY Special for Second Saturday: Mr. Yard Presents the Knock Knock Underground Emoji. Gallery owners say you'll just have to stop by, if you want to learn more about the doors... Hours: Noon to 7 pm
marion royael gallery
Hudson beach glass
Hudson Beach Glass / Fovea 162 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 440-0068 A glass studio casting functional and sculptural objects for over 20 years. A truly special establishment to have in Beacon. Stop in to find blown-glass objects of all kinds, from lights to bowls to wind chimes. Sometimes on Second Saturday you can watch them blow glass. Special for Second Saturday: Opening in the upstairs space is "Soft Targets," works by Don Mengay in ceramics, beads, and other media, including the Shot Up Vase, right, and a cuddly pink Teddy With Glock. Hours: Opening reception, 6 pm to 9 pm
clutter magazine gallery
Clutter Magazine Gallery 163 Main St. Beacon, NY (212) 255-2505 The Clutter Gallery is a branch of the Clutter Media Group family, and is focused on showing quality work by both established and emerging artists in the fields of toy design and customization, as well as modern pop and lowbrow art. Clutter Gallery's exhibitions are open to the public and free of charge. Works are a variety of sizes. Second Saturday: If you haven't caught on by now, it's kind of a big deal to have artists put a unique spin on a common base. This month, Huck Gee joins Clutter Gallery to present The Blank Show! Artists have been customizing 7-inch tall versions of Gee's Skullhead Blank. Participating artists include Artmymind, Charles Rodriguez, Daniel Fleres, Doktor A, Dolly Oblong, Fakir, Frank Montano, Goreilla, J*RYU, Jenn & Tony Bot, Joe Ledbetter, Jon-Paul Kaiser, Jonathan LEgarte, Kevin Gosselin, Malo April, Otto Björnik, Quiccs, RXSeven, Squink, kaNO, Huck Gee (who will be in attendance!), Buff Monster, Luke Chueh, Jamie Lee Cortez, Sket-One, Jason Freeny, Jesse Hernandez, MAD, Rsin, Camilla d'Errico and Jazmin Carino. Hours: Opening reception, 6 pm to 9 pm
riverwinds gallery
RiverWinds Gallery 172 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 838-2880 RiverWinds Gallery features Hudson Valley artists. Work includes fine art paintings and photography, plus contemporary crafts including ceramics, jewelry, fiber arts and more. Special for Second Saturday: "Odyssey," a group show, celebrates RiverWinds Gallery's 13 years of sharing art with Beacon. Marlene Wiedenbaum (her "Pier View" is above, right), Kenneth Palfreyman, Basha Maryanska, Olive Farrell, and Susan Nagel are just some of the fifteen Hudson Valley painters whose work will be showcased. Hours: Opening reception, 5 pm to 8 pm
dream in plastic
Dream in Plastic 177 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 632-3383 Special for Second Saturday: Come to catch a glimpse of "Through Space and Time," the intergalactic visions of artist Sean Donovan. Don't quote us on this, but in the past, Dream in Plastic has been known to offer cupcakes and coffee at openings! It's nice to change it up from the wine and cheese every once in a while. Hours: 11 am to 7 pm; opening reception 6 pm to 9 pm
beacon institute for rivers and estuaries
Beacon Institute for Rivers & Estuaries 199 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 838-1600 This historic brick storefront houses the Institute’s gallery, Hudson River bookstore and gift shop, and its administrative headquarters. The gallery showcases river and environmentally themed art and educational exhibits. Events feature talks by artists and regional Hudson Valley authors. Special for Second Saturday: The historic Mount Beacon Incline Railway gets a spotlight in this exhibit, which features large-format photography, digital renderings, animations, and infographics, all exploring the Incline Railway's early origins in shaping Beacon. The exhibition delves into the initiative to bring back the Incline Railway, through the lenses of a historic narrative and an eye toward the future. Click here for more event details. Hours: 11 am to 3 pm
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THE MIDDLE & "MARKET SQUARE"
The start of The Middle, aka "Market Square"
Howland public library
Howland Public Library 313 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 831-1134 Each month, the library features the work of Hudson Valley photographers and artists. (Please note, the gallery may not be accessible during some library programs.) Special for Second Saturday: The Anderson Center for Autism is known well beyond the Hudson Valley for its creative ways to work with children and adults with autism. One of the programs at the Rhinebeck-based center is Expressive Outcomes, whose participants' work can be viewed in "Xposure: Discovering What Is Underneath."
Also at the library on this Second Saturday, a can't-miss special event with MIss Vickie: From noon to 2, adults can learn how to make their own paper and wood parasol, perfectly painted. Register at the library's front desk! Hours: 10 am to 4 pm (library hours); opening reception 5 pm to 7 pm
Beacon Soundworks 395 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 831-9000 Special for Second Saturday: Visit the recently opened Beacon Soundworks, near Teller Ave., the diner, and Beacon Pantry, to see the work of Scott Prater. Also known as ThroughGlassEyes, he explores landscapes both outdoors and in, often around the Hudson Valley. This Saturday, it's his birthday, so come have a drink and slice of cake to celebrate, and check out the work of some of his artist friends, including Gina Keidong, Korin Gardner, Alissa Corrado, Megan Van Aken, and Christine Drzyzgula. Hours: Reception, 5 pm to 7 pm
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THE EAST END & BEYOND (Closer to the mountain)
The start of the East End of Main Street - and beyond!
matteawan gallery
Matteawan Gallery 436 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 440-7901 Matteawan Gallery specializes in contemporary art with an emphasis on works on paper by emerging and mid-career artists. Special for Second Saturday: Susan English's "Pourous Light" opens. English uses a unique process to build color and texture, pouring layer after layer of polymer onto panels to create paintings that reveal an influence of the natural environment. The panels' orientation (horizontal or vertical), finish (matte or glossy), and composition always demonstrate a relationship with the light in the space they're being viewed. Hours: Opening reception, 6 pm to 9 pm
morphicism gallery
Morphicism 444 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 440-3092 Moveable art in frames - art you must see and experience. Hours: Call first
terreson beacon
TERRESON BEACON Gallery 475 Main St. Beacon, NY Special for Second Saturday: Come visit the first official Second Saturday for Bedford native Jeffrey Terreson's newest gallery in the former Back Room Gallery, joining his studio in Westchester and exhibitions in Manhattan. Terreson will be hosting live music in addition to sharing wine and some tasty morsels. His paintings are in the collections of various Fortune 500 companies, as well as the United Nations. Terreson's work is inspired by 20th-century post-war masters such as Julian Schnabel, Jasper Johns, Mark Rothko and Joan Snyder. See our sneak peek article here for more pictures! Hours: Opening reception, 5 pm to 9 pm
howland cultural center
Howland Cultural Center 477 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 831-4988 Beacon's Howland Cultural Center is not just another arts organization. Its beautiful home is a Victorian building that was born specifically to serve the community as a cultural resource. Special for Second Saturday: In "Seeking Permanence," Connecticut photographer and filmmaker Avery Danziger explores the inside of the Harlem Valley Psychiatric Center, once a hospital in northeastern Dutchess County that closed only in 1994. His images skip the lurid aspects, and instead reflect the sense of "terrible beauty" and peace he found within decay as nature reclaimed a man-made space. Hours: 1 pm to 5 pm
Bau gallery
BAU Gallery 506 Main St. Beacon, NY (845) 440-7584 bau (Beacon Artist Union) is a platform for members and artists to grow, present and market their work and collaborative curatorial projects, while hosting events of related disciplines: performances, talks, film and music. BAU builds a vital link between the activities at bau and the community. Special for Second Saturday: Bau 139! In the Main Gallery, Kirsten Lyon "On Display." In the Beacon Room, "Tracing Form" by Ian George. Hours: Noon to 6 pm; reception from 6 pm to 9 pm
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BEACON near RT. 52 (Beacon's part of Rt. 52 that heads into and out of town)
the lofts at beacon gallery
The Lofts at Beacon Gallery 18 Front St. Beacon, NY (845) 202-7211 The Lofts at Beacon brought back to life a 19th-century brick mill that once made textiles in the Hudson Valley, located by the Fishkill Creek and situated near the Hudson River in the artists' haven town of Beacon. The Lofts have been completely remodeled into beautiful spaces, providing excellent loft rental units for the working artist. Special for Second Saturday: Juan Manuel Alvarez-Ossa - born in Colombia, raised in New York, longtime Parisian with a recent move to Switzerland - shows a unique perspective with his "Of American Perceptions: Studies," works on canvas and paper. Hours: Opening reception, 4 pm to 7 pm
Beacon Music Factory 629 Route 52 Beacon, NY (845) 765-0472 Special for Second Saturday: The Hootenanny roars on. Head just a little out of town - not even to Route 9! - for this Family Hootenanny! Kids (babies to age 10) and their caregivers are welcome to bring their own instruments for this merry-making and singalong with Beacon Music Factory's Emily Ellison. An added bonus: You get to say "hootenanny." (Go on, say it out loud. That's like music unto itself!) $5, no reservations necessary. Hours: 10 am to 11 am
Don't forget to check out our constantly updated Pop-Up Shop Guide and the Shopping Guide as well, as you mix and match dates and events for your weekend entertainment!
Second Saturday Specials!
Style Storehouse: Refreshments, music, essential oils and a merchandise blowout? This is not to be missed! Free tasty tidbits start at 6, followed by performances from Sasha Dobson, of Puss n Boots (you might have heard of one of her bandmates, Norah Jones) and Daria Grace. An in-house acupuncturist, Andrea Henkels, will be in the house with essential oils and tea. Don't get too distracted by all of this icing on the cake, though, and miss the sale of the season! Stock up on midsummer style, while tons of merchandise is 50 percent off.
"Second Saturday" is a lively day into night in Beacon, and is a celebration of Beacon's galleries, restaurants and other businesses arts on the second Saturday of every month. According to Dan Rigney, current president of BeaconArts, the organization who encouraged this movement to happen over a decade ago and heavily promotes the events, says: "Back then, Beacon was one of the last places people outside of town thought to go on a Saturday night. Now Second Saturday has become a part of the fabric of Beacon. It's such a part of it, many galleries have their opening events on other Saturdays, so that they get two big crowds each month." Second Saturday is a great reason to "walk" Main Street and beyond and explore the events going on around town. It's always a pleasure eating and drinking your way through Beacon, so this guide will help you know where to eat and drink as you explore special exhibits and happenings.
What to Know About This Guide:
This Guide includes gallery and art showings that may be hosted in a gallery or in a shop or restaurant.
Many of these shows run through the current month, so check back often if you are on an art hunt.
Closing times posted here are for Second Saturdays only, and may not reflect regular Saturdays. Always call an establishment directly for current hours, offerings, or any other questions.
Parking can be found on side streets, on Main Street, and in municipal lots. A new municipal lot opened near Fishkill Creek, near the mountain.
Live-tweet your way through Second Saturday by using the hashtag created by BeaconArts: #2SAT, and tack on #beaconny or #SecondSaturday if you have room in your tweets or Instagram postings.
If you are a gallery and have something special to add, please email editorial@alittlebeaconblog.com.
Late-Night Spots to Eat and Drink (After 9pm): After you walk the galleries, you'll be hungry and need (another) drink! See our full list of restaurants who are open prior to 9pm in our Restaurant Guide.
Bank Square 129 Main St. Chill Wine Bar 173 Main St. Poppy's Burger and Fries 184 Main St. Max's On Main 246 Main St. Baja 328 328 Main St. Quinn's 330 Main St. The Towne Crier (bar only) 379 Main St. Oak Vino Wine Bar 389 Main St. (call first to see if cheese plates and dessert are still being served) Draught Industries 394 Main St. The Vault 446 Main St. Joe's Irish Pub 455 Main St. The Hop 554 Main St. (reservations usually needed for food) Roundhouse 2 East Main St. Dogwood 47 East Main St.
There's so much going on - keep your eyes on our Things To Do In Beacon Guides for all dates!
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NEAR THE TRAIN, BEFORE MAIN STREET
Dia:Beacon
Dia:Beacon
3 Beekman St.
Beacon, NY
(845) 440-0100
Special for Second Saturday:Community Free Day! Every three months, Dia:Beacon flings open its beautiful doors for Hudson Valley residents, offering a day of programming for all ages, including tours, talks, workshops, and performances. To kick off Dia day, there's a family-friendly program on sound, color, and environment led by an educator. The first of several half-hour "Dialogue Duets" pairs the work of artists Dan Flavin and Blinky Palermo. At 1pm, reconsider movement in and around art installations as you are guided through four artists' work. Pieces from visual artists Gerhard Richter and Fred Sandback are teamed up for the second duet. (If you were into last summer's yarnstravaganza, Sandback's work might tickle your fancy!) In the monthly Gallery Talk, learn about German Fluxus Joseph Beuys as explained by Rattanamol Johal, a curator/archivist/doctoral student. The final duet showcases perennial Dia faves Sol LeWitt and Robert Irwin. All this art thinking and walking can be taxing, so wind down with a tasting of 2-Way Brewing Co.'s brews.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church
15 South Ave.
Beacon, NY Special for Second Saturday: This month's Art in the Sanctuary event features "Beauty in Everything and Everyone," paintings by Maria Amor. She is the artist and director of Atelier Room 205 in the old Beacon High School, where the Atelier hosts classes, workshops, and openings. Hours: 5 pm to 7 pm
The intention of this artist-run space is to create an opportunity for individual artists or groups to show and sell work in a vibrant community that supports the arts.
Special for Second Saturday: Photographs by Susan Keiser and Scott Lerman. Keiser, who has been called "a storyteller, psychic, and poet," brings her "Flooded" series to Catalyst, exploring what water can reveal over time. Water is a frequent subject for Lerman as well; his photographs in this exhibit evoke droplet-based Spirograph works or even mandalas. Hours: 1 pm to 6 pm; reception, 6 pm to 9 pm
Theo Ganz Studio
Theo Ganz Studio
149 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(917) 318-2239
Theo Ganz Studio, the little gallery with the big windows in Beacon's west end, was founded by artist Eleni Smolen as a venue for contemporary artists working in all media. Recognizing the importance of exhibitions in an artist's career, Smolen concentrates on presenting actively engaged emerging and mid-career professionals in either solo or group exhibitions. Second Saturday: "Still Life in the Spinning World - The Force Field of Morandi" opens, with work from four artists using ceramics, wood, photography, and mixed media to challenge a 20th-century artist's expression of "still life." Hours: Opening reception, 6 pm to 8 pm
Marion Royael Gallery
Marion Royael Gallery
159 Main St.
Beacon, NY Special for Second Saturday: Continuing this month is "VICTORYdotCONbackslashFUSE," described at the gallery's site as "finely executed visual perspectives..., woven together into a singularly connected Directed Migrating Installation." Painting, photography, sculpture, mixed-media, and jewelry are all represented in this show, which is set to run through July. Artists include Kathleen Erin Lee, Rick Hutchinson, Hy Suchman, Brian Edwards, Jens O Bille, Joe Zarra, Dave Dziemian, Mary Giehl, Barbara AG Riddle, Alexander Percy, Steven Paul Riddle, Ivan Suchman, and more. Hours: Noon to 7 pm
162 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(845) 440-0068
A glass studio casting functional and sculptural objects for over 20 years. A truly special establishment to have in Beacon. Stop in to find blown-glass objects of all kinds, from lights to bowls to wind chimes. Sometimes on Second Saturday you can watch them blow glass. Special for Second Saturday: Hudson Beach Gallery presents Caren Benzer's "Small Wonders." Subtle texture and vibrant colors are hallmarks of her style, developed while studying graphic design and textile design in Boston and Manhattan. Benzer works in oil, acrylic, and gouache. Head to Hudson Beach Glass and check out this show, and relish every time you get to say "gouache." Hours: Opening reception, 6 pm to 9 pm
"Bear in Mind" at Clutter
Clutter Magazine Gallery
163 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(212) 255-2505
The Clutter Gallery is a branch of the Clutter Media Group family, and is focused on showing quality work by both established and emerging artists in the fields of toy design and customization, as well as modern pop and lowbrow art. Clutter Gallery's exhibitions are open to the public and free of charge. Works are a variety of sizes. Second Saturday: The creative geniuses at Clutter have not one, but TWO shows opening this weekend! First up: "Bear in Mind" showcases nearly three dozen artists' reinterpretations of Luke Chueh's bear head. Chueh himself is set to attend, too! Take a gander at Instagram to see what the #bearinmindshow artists have been up to.
The second show opening tonight is a solo exhibition from Venezuelan Carlos Enriquez Gonzalez, "Shrunken Heads." The Venezuelan artist's work is described as surreal, yet we're pretty sure no actual shrunken heads were involved in the process. Since Gonzalez is scheduled to attend the opening, you could go and ask him yourself! Hours: Opening reception 6 pm to 9 pm
RiverWinds Gallery
RiverWinds Gallery
172 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(845) 838-2880
RiverWinds Gallery features Hudson Valley artists. Work includes fine art paintings and photography, plus contemporary crafts including ceramics, jewelry, fiber arts and more.
Special for Second Saturday: "Spirit Dancing - The Art of Annette Jaret" incorporates photography, painting, and collage, channeling inspiration from trees as they pass through the seasons. Jaret, who designed jewelry for years, takes her work in a different direction with these meditations on trees and paper.
Hours: Opening reception, 5 pm to 8 pm
Porkchop at Dream in Plastic
Dream in Plastic
177 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(845) 632-3383 Special for Second Saturday: "Rise of the Mudmen," by artist Porkchop! "Butcher by day and illustrator by night, you will find him surrounded by piles of pens, sheets of paper, and inks made from juiced primordial creatures," the Facebook event description touts. There's only one way to find out more - go see for yourself what has risen from the ooze! (Don't quote us on this, but - in the past, DiP has been known to offer cupcakes and coffee at openings!) Hours: 11 am to 7 pm; opening reception 6 pm to 9 pm
Signing at Berkshire Hathaway
Berkshire Hathaway
179 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(646) 283-1604 Special for Second Saturday: Real estate office by day, fashion showroom by weekend! Look past the latest listings for this book signing and dress exhibit with Gretchen Hirsch, aka Gertie, creative genius and author of "Gertie's Ultimate Dress Book." Hours: 6 pm to 9 pm
199 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(845) 838-1600
This historic brick storefront houses the Institute’s gallery, Hudson River bookstore and gift shop, and its administrative headquarters. The gallery showcases river and environmentally themed art and educational exhibits. Events feature talks by artists and regional Hudson Valley authors. Special for Second Saturday: The historic Mount Beacon Incline Railway gets a spotlight in this exhibit, which features large-format photography, digital renderings, animations, and infographics, all exploring the Incline Railway’s early origins in shaping Beacon. The exhibition explores the initiative to bring back the Incline Railway, through the lenses of a historic narrative and an eye toward the future. Click here for more event details. Hours: 11 am to 3 pm
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THE MIDDLE & "MARKET SQUARE"
The start of The Middle, aka "Market Square"
Art With Miss Vickie
Rite Aid
320 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(845) 831-5699
Special for Second Saturday: Rite Aid hosts "Make Art Out of..." with Miss Vickie! Come see Miss Vickie, who you might know from music lessons, Beacon's holiday festivities (her secret elf name is Tinsel), or maybe you've seen her around Main Street making sure it stays beautiful. See what creative treats she has in store for the kids at Rite Aid!
Hours: 3 pm to 4 pm
Beacon Soundworks
Beacon Soundworks
395 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(845) 831-9000 Special for Second Saturday: A new venue for Second Saturday! Visit the recently opened Beacon Soundworks, near Teller Ave., the diner, and Beacon Pantry, to see the work of Scott Prater. Also known as ThroughGlassEyes, he explores landscapes both outdoors and in, often around the Hudson Valley and the broader reaches of the Northeast. His moody work is also up at The Vault, Newburgh Brewery, and Beacon Bagel. Hours: Call for details!
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THE EAST END & BEYOND
(Close to the mountain)
The start of the East End of Main Street and beyond.
At Matteawan Gallery
Matteawan Gallery
436 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(845) 440-7901 Matteawan Gallery specializes in contemporary art with an emphasis on works on paper by emerging and mid-career artists. Special for Second Saturday:"Six Hits of Sunshine" is a solo exhibition of paintings and drawings by Gabe Brown. In these works, Brown explores facets of the natural world - leaf development, cell structure, birds, regeneration, water - and relationships with its residents, while always keeping in the foreground the wonder she experiences at this "parallel universe."
Hours: Opening reception, 6 pm to 9 pm
Morphicism Gallery
Morphicism
444 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(845) 440-3092
Moveable art in frames - art you must see and experience. Hours: Call first
At Blackbird Attic
Blackbird Attic Boutique
442 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(845) 440-6782 Special for Second Saturday: The earth is warming up around us and days have been stretching longer and longer... Come celebrate this exciting time of year with Jessica Nash, a Beacon resident, traveler, teacher, and mixed media artist, with her "Under the Glow: Light & Landscapes" at Blackbird Attic. Recent trips to Iceland and Germany, when sometimes just finding a bright spot of light was cause to rejoice, inspired these meditations on light and land. Nash works with oil and watercolors, but thin glazes atop the pigments lend an intriguing luminosity. Hours: 11 am to 6 pm
Back Room Gallery
Back Room Gallery
475 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(845) 838-1838
Find 30 artists showing here, from large paintings to small collectibles. Also find art supplies such as sketch pads and charcoal pencils. And if you're with a man who wants to skip the art but loves anything to do with the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, send him to the actual "back room" of this gallery for a viewing of a very valuable collection of War art on crepe fabric. Special for Second Saturday: Stop in and find out! Hours: LATE
Howland Center
Howland Cultural Center
477 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(845) 831-4988
Beacon's Howland Cultural Center is not just another arts organization. Its beautiful home is a Victorian building that was born specifically to serve the community as a cultural resource. Special for Second Saturday: The Howland Cultural Center marks Asian-American History month with this group show featuring more than a dozen Asian-American artists from around the Hudson Valley. Media represented include ceramics, painting, photography, and more. Pieces from artists working in China and Korea will be displayed as well. Hours: 1 pm to 5 pm
At BAU Gallery
BAU Gallery
506 Main St.
Beacon, NY
(845) 440-7584
bau (Beacon Artist Union) is a platform for members/artists to grow, present and market their work and collaborative curatorial projects, while hosting events of related disciplines: performances, talks, film and music. BAU builds a vital link between the activities at bau and the community. Special for Second Saturday: Bau 137! In the Main Gallery, Erica Leigh Caginalp, working in ceramics, and Carla Goldberg, with resins and mixed media, team up once again to present "Eventide," plumbing the depths of their work to present a complementary ocean-inspired show.
In the Beacon Room, Melissa Schlobohm's painstakingly produced woodblock prints feature larger-than-life scenes from the natural world. See birds and bones like you never have before, noticing new details by immersing yourself in the patterns. Hours: Noon to 6 pm; reception from 6 pm to 9 pm
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BEACON near RT. 52
(Beacon's part of Rt. 52 that heads into or out of town.)
Atelier Room 205 Studios at the Old Beacon High School
211 Fishkill Ave.
Beacon, NY Second Saturday: Jump into the fray with "An Art War - Realist or Modernist?" when author and artist Michael Guilmet shares his thoughts on Modernism in the rear-view mirror. What more-recent names pop up that have parallels with artists working centuries ago? Guilmet will share the connections he has researched over the past five years. Hours: 1 pm to 3:30 pm
Don't forget to check out these two other Guides as well, as you mix and match dates and events for your weekend entertainment!
Second Saturday Specials!
Style Storehouse:
6 Month Anniversary Sale - 20% off all denim, with more stock added to
the 40% off Jewelry sale and the 50-75% off Sale racks.
The Blushery: 1 Year Anniversary Sale with Brow Bar specials, giveaways and more!
BAJA 328: Enjoy an $8 margarita honoring Second Saturday that features different fruits each month.
The Vault:
They mixed a special cocktail for Second Saturday called the Rosé
Cocktail. Served over ice, it’s a French rose wine with pamplemousse.
Yes, please.
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