In the early 20th century, cauliflower was king in the western Catskills, and –– especially in the good years –– farmers called it “white gold.” In the latest episode of the Kaatscast…
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Toni McGibbon Celebrates 26 Years and 17,000 Hours of Volunteer Service at Garnet Health Medical Center
In 1997, Toni McGibbon found herself in need of a change after the passing of her husband, Herbert McGibbon, who hailed from Youngsville, Sullivan County. She decided to step into volunteering at…
One Photographer’s Quest to Make The Best Egg Sandwich in The World
Photographer Noah Kalina isn’t just making photographs. He’s also raising chickens and creating what he calls “the best egg sandwich in the world.” In his latest newsletter, he introduces his readers to…
A Modern One Man Band Featuring Cello and a Looping Station
Alex Prizgintas is a New York-based historian and musician who lives and works in the Hudson Valley. As a musician, Alex has more than ten years of classical training on the cello….
‘Ambient Barn’ Moves to New Time on Radio Catskill
On his Radio Catskill show Ambient Barn, music producer, sound designer, and filmmaker Mark Partridge curates a weekly hour of electronic music in its many forms. He produces his tonally fascinating and…
Catskill Couture: Sustainable Fashion in Ulster County
Emily Li Mandri is founder of the women’s accessories brand MLE, based in Ulster County, NY. In the latest episode of the Kaatscast podcast, she talks about her challenges and rewards of…
The Neuroscientist and Musician Rocking The Rock Valley Schoolhouse
In a multi-part presentation, the neuroscientist and musician, Joseph Le Doux will read excepts from his in-progress memoir titled, “Starting Over” on September 1 at The Rock Valley Schoolhouse, a former one…
Hiking Boots, Bears, and Blisters: A Woman’s Backpacking Adventures from the Catskills to the Grand Canyon
Ever gone for a hike and wondered what you would do if you ran into a bear? Or cooked at your campsite and didn’t know where to safely store leftovers? Or wanted…
Brooklyn Bridge Engineer’s Innovations Contributed to D&H Canal Success
Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River is the home of the oldest existing wire suspension bridge in the United States – the Delaware Aqueduct, or Roebling Bridge as it is now known….