Things To Do In Beacon, NY 📅 10/18/2025

Everyone knows that T is a murderous psychopath. And that the Rubios around him are evil people. Like - proof that evilness actually exists. Israeli military already proved that to us in this lifetime. It's been proved before in earlier lifetimes and chapters within this one. 

Important specifics to protest are the allowance of Holtec International dumping of 45,000 gallons of radioactive wastewater into the Mahicannituk (currently called the Hudson River before European occupation...Mahicannituk is the Mohikan name for the river, and is translated as 'the river that flows both ways,' or 'the waters that are never still.').

Meanwhile...the big weekend is here!! It's time for Roll Out later today Saturday at The Yard (the big print project where local artists and 3rd-5th graders have made massive woodblocks to be press printed by steamrollers) and the Beacon Sloop Club's Pumpkin Festival on Sunday.

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ROLL OUT @ The Yard
Day:
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Time: 12-pm
Roll Out's 3rd Annual Community Print and Steamroll Event is October 18th (raindate 10/19). Our free community event includes:

  • Steamroll printing of massive woodblocks by 25 local artists.

  • Steamroll printing of collaborative carvings created by ALL of the 5th graders at South Ave Elementary School and JV Forrestal Elementary School

  • Steamroll printing of carvings created by Beacon High School's Art Club

  • Portable press printing smaller works by community artists and carvings by participants in Roll Out's free community workshops

  • Pop up printmaking studios for all ages

  • Live DJ, music and refreshments

  • A print exhibit that will be added to throughout the day with an opening celebration on 10/18 6-8pm and closing 10/19 5:00-7:00

Made possible with support from:
The Yard
Beacon Arts
Arts Mid-Hudson
The City Of Beacon School District

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No Kings Rally & March
Day:
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Time: 12-4pm
Chronogram via their The River has linked to several No Kings rallies in the region. They noted that Beacon's rally requires registration to get the address. The website providing details about this rally does say that the event location is "private." ALBB does not recommend that you register with any protest. As Amanda Seals said this week about the No Kings rally: "Registration should not even be suggested."

In the "Accessibility" section of that registration page, the Organizers said: "The speakers will start at 12:15 at Henry St/Veterans Place/Main Street. The roads will be closed. The march will start after the speakers are done. Est. 1:30pm for line up. March ends at Pohil Park and 9D. We will have info tables etc and live music along with a possible surprise speaker. Also sign line-up space to protest on the corners.

Pumpkin Festival from the Beacon Sloop Club
Day:
Sunday, October 19, 2025
Time: 12-5pm
Price: Free Admission (support food, art and retail vendors with cash or card)
Location: Pete and Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park Beacon, NY 12508
Join the Beacon Sloop Club for their annual Pumpkin Festival on Sunday, October 10th from 12-5pm at Pete + Toshi Seeger Park in Beacon for a day of delicious Hudson Valley pumpkins, pie, food and craft vendors, kids activities, 2 solar stages of live music and more! A Little Beacon Blog will be there at our face painting table.
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Protest Against Israel Breaking Ceasefire
Date: Every Sunday
Time: 12pm-1pm
Location: 450 NY-211, Middletown, NY
From the Organizers: "The fight for Gaza isn’t over — the genocide continues. Palestinians are still dying from starvation, disease, and lack of medical care after two years under relentless assault. Families have no homes, no hospitals, no food, and no safety — trapped in a cage of death.

"Despite the October ceasefire, Israel has continued to violate its terms; cutting aid, restricting fuel, and carrying out deadly attacks across Gaza and the West Bank.

"We’re keeping our Sunday rallies going to continue building momentum, and to hold the line in demanding accountability from U.S. and Israeli politicians like Trump and Netanyahu for their role in the genocide in Gaza.

"We encourage folks to bring any art supplies: large markers, canvases, cardboard, paint and brushes, or anything else you have — so we can create new protest signs on the spot."
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4th Annual Gala Fundraiser for Foundation For Beacon Schools
Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
Time: 7-10 PM
Location: The Roundhouse, 2 East Main Street, Beacon, NY
Celebrate our public schools and help us to sustain and grow the Foundation for Beacon. Proceeds will fund a new round of educator grants to help more Beacon find and cultivate their talents. 
Eat, drink, and enjoy as we award three teachers for innovation in education. New for this year:  we'll give our first ever Community Award to the founders of Beacon Hoops!
And...the "Bottle Pull" returns for 2025!
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It Takes A Village To Redefine Mental Health
Date: Thursday, October 23
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Howland Cultural Center, Beacon, NY
We invite you to join us for a free and timely panel discussion hosted by the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley. Together, we’ll explore how communities can come together to reduce stigma, expand access, and build sustainable, wraparound support systems for mental health. In a recent report from the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley, mental health was identified as the second-most pressing issue for residents. Your presence and voice in this conversation are critical—because it truly takes a village to redefine mental health.
Panelists:
Heather Ann Lee-Pitcher, NYCPS – The Brain and Body Coalition
Tara McDonald, LMSW, MPA – Ulster County Department of Mental Health
Brandon del Pozo, PhD, MPH – Philipstown Behavioral Health Hub / Brown University
Moderator:
Rebecca Pearsall, MSW – Philipstown Behavioral Health Hub
This is more than an event—it’s an opportunity to show support, learn, and stand together as powerful agents of change.
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Beacon's Hocus Pocus Halloween Parade
Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
Time: 3PM
Location: Main Street, Beacon, NY
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It's unbelievable to ALBB that people in Beacon still have never tried - let alone heard of - a Mango Lassi. This is a refreshing and filling drink from India made with blended mangos, yogurt, milk, and sweetner. Tara Fusion uses all natural ingredients, and sometimes, throws boiled rose petals over top as a garnish. Get one today or any day of the week Tara is open. The People of Beacon are very lucky that Tara Fusion is based here.

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In this week’s episode of “ALBB’s Video With Bagel-ish“ Katie shows Beth her new orange 🧡running 🏃🏼‍♀️ shoes - that are *not* Katie’s color! But they are her price of $35 from Plato’s Closet in Wappinger’s, and they *are* Beth’s color! Beth was overcome and wanted the shoes right off Katie’s feet, and then voila! Katie had a surprise for Beth (hint… Saucony from Mountaintops Outfitters) Meanwhile, we got to see Yvette4ny in person!! Who says she’s “a reg(ular)” of Bagel-ish thanks to these videos 🤗 Yvette had just come from touring CommonGround Farm , who is devoted to food justice.
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CARTER'S RESTAURANT
Main Street, Beacon NY
Holidays are coming, and Carter's is available to host your event gathering for friends, family or work. Easiest party you may ever host. Call them for details. 845-743-6527 🍁
Open Late
‘till 11pm Fri/Sat
‘till 9pm every other night
But Sunday (8pm)
Catering and Private Parties available.
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Eggbert’s Free Range Farm
🦃 LAST CHANCE! Turkey Orders have started at Eggbert's! These get reserved fast, so DM them or catch them Saturday at Cold Spring Farmers Market and Sunday at Beacon Farmers Market.
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Wednesdays: Cornwall Farmer's Market: 11am-5pm
Saturdays: Cold Spring Farmer's Market 10am-1pm
Sundays: Beacon Farmer's Market 10am - 2pm
SHOP ONLINE: Online ordering is available 24/7.
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The Blushery
528 Main Street, Beacon NY
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Free Breakfast Program
Day: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
Time: 6:30am-8:30am
Location: 12 Hanna Lane, Beacon, NY 12508
They have a Wish List of food items! If you're in the mood to donate, find the list here.
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FRIDAYS: Fareground's Free Community Dinner
Day/Time: Fridays, 5:30pm-7:30pm
Location: First Presbyterian, 50 Liberty Street, Beacon, NY 12508
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