Happening This Weekend In And Around Beacon 2/28/2020

The weekend is here, and with it, two major events that you can't catch again anytime soon: the Maker Film Festival at Story Screen, and the Concert For Recovery at Towne Crier. The concert is held in honor of Towne Crier's owners, Phil and Mary Ciganer's son Greyson, who was lost to opioid addiction. Details on that are below. The Maker Film Festival is the brainchild of a Beacon-based author who is a big influence in the world of publishing and makers: Melanie Falick. A Little Beacon Blog interviewed Melanie to learn more about how she got the book published, what inspired her to grow it into a film festival, and what we can expect to see on the screen this weekend in terms of short and long films exploring people making with their hands. Meanwhile, you are probably watching the news about coronavirus. A Little Beacon Blog has gotten a reader question about educational events about it, and we will keep you posted if we learn of anything aside from the Westchester press conference on Wednesday (as reported on HamletHub). Here is a message from Dutchess County. Here is a list of big events worldwide that have been canceled or postponed. Everyone is encouraged to wash their hands with soap multiple times a day for 20 seconds, and clean surfaces (it helps to use bleach diluted in water). Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance. Got an event? Submit your event here for consideration.   Howland Playhouse presents “Why The Child Is Cooking In The Polenta” Day: Friday, February 28, 2020 Time: 8 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Movies That Matter presents Brother Outsider: The Life of Bayard Rustin Day: Friday, February 28, 2020 Time: 7 to 10 pm Location: McKinley Hall, 50 Liberty St., Beacon, NY Information > Maker Film Festival Days: Saturday & Sunday, February 29-March 1, 2020 Time: 1 to 8 pm Location: Story Screen Beacon Theater, 445 Main St., Beacon, NY It's the debut of Makers Film Festival, which has a lineup of films featuring makers and mediums from all over the world, including both full-length and short films, panel discussions, a maker market, and more. Learn more about this new festival in our article. Information > Clearwater’s Annual Gala, to Celebrate Folk Musician Tom Chapin’s 75th Birthday Day: Sunday, March 1, 2020 Time: 3 pm Location: The Garrison, 2015 Route 9, Garrison, NY Information > Howland Chamber Music Circle presents Piano Festival with Lincoln Trio Day: Sunday, March 1, 2020 Time: 4 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Concert For Recovery: Phil And Mary Ciganer Of The Towne Crier Lose Son Greyson To Opioid Addiction - Hosting A Benefit Concert To Transform Personal Tragedy Into Call For Action Day: Sunday, March 1, 2020 Time: 4 pm Location: Towne Crier, 372 Main St., Beacon, NY Information & Interview With Phil > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.   BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END     Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com Baby have you seen her... This is Lizzi Conley, a fashion Instagram influencer seen on the streets of Beacon, and right here in Luxe Optique's new chic cozy corner. This corner of Luxe has shown off bespoke (aka custom-made) suits by a Beacon designer, as well as hand-painted glasses. Check it out, as you'll always find something different inside of Luxe Optique.   BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main Street, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the dummy light) SAVE THE DATE!  Madison James Trunk Show Coming Up Friday and Saturday, March 6 and 7. The Madison James collection blurs the lines between modern and vintage, appealing to a sense of whimsy and romance. Shop their latest collection at the boutique, for one weekend only.⠀ Don't forget to vote for Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique for #bestofhudsonvalley2020! Visit www.hvmag.com and vote for best Bridal shop (#7) Type in "Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique" in the town of Beacon. ⠀ Call (845) 765-2900 or book your appointment online through their website!  Be sure to check A Little Beacon Blog's Shopping Guide for all of our sponsors! You don't want to miss great discoveries like PTACEK Home and LLTO (Live Light Travel Often).   Thank you to Barb's Butchery, Eat Church, and BAJA 328 for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide!     For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Adult Classes Guide. Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here.                                   For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide. 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