Friday, 3/28/25, 7pm, Starr Library Local History Room (rear entrance)

Elisabeth Barnett: "Artists Still Paint Hudson Valley Landscapes -- One Artist's Perspective"

DESCRIPTION: Elisabeth Barnett is a painter living and working in Rhinebeck. Her subjects are landscapes, and she will talk about her paintings, her method and techniques, as well as their inspiration in the environment in the Hudson Valley.

Friday, 4/25/25, 7pm, Starr Library Local History Room (rear entrance)

Linda and Duane Watson, Manager and Curator of Collections & Wilderstein Historic Site: "200 Years of Fashion Preserved at Wilderstein"

DESCRIPTION: From outer wear to underwear, from swimming costumes to ball gowns, the garments cared for at Wilderstein document the interests and activities of the Suckleys and their extended family from the late 18th century to the late 20th century. With a wealth of images, Linda and Duane Watson define the scope, conservation, and preservation of this unique collection, bringing these outfits once more to life.

Friday, 5/30/25, 7pm, Starr Library Local History Room (rear entrance)

Matthew Moneypenny (with Eve D'Ambra): "Southlands Past and Present

DESCRIPTION: A look at the Southlands Foundation and its heritage through the vision of its founder, Deborah Dows, and her legacy that continues today at the farm and riding school.