February 2011

Sale of the Week: Feb. 24-Mar. 2

This week’s big deal: 30% off at Waddle n Swaddle in Poughkeepsie and Rhinebeck

By: Jessica Friedlander

Sale of the Week: Feb. 17-23

This week’s big deal: Winter sales at Montgomery Row in Rhinebeck

By: Jessica Friedlander

Sale of the Week: Feb. 10-16

This week’s big deal: Valentine’s Day Sale-a-bration at Uptown Attic in Gardiner

By: Jessica Friedlander

Sale of the Week: Feb. 3-9

This week’s big deal: 25%-75% off gifts at Staatsburgh Mansion Gift Shop in Staatsburg

By: Jessica Friedlander

Valentine’s Day Guide 2011

Valentine’s Day is here once again. Forgot to finalize your plans? Never fear: This goof-proof Valentine’s Day guide is sure to make any sweetheart swoon

By: Colleen Kopchik

Hudson Valley Private Schools

Discover all the unique educational opportunities the Valley has to offer with this comprehensive guide to the region’s private schools

By Dale McKnight and Karen Odom

Hudson Valley Great Dates

Tired of the bar scene? Make Valentine’s Day (or any day) a unique experience: Take your special someone on one of the Valley’s Great Dates

By Greg Olear

Hudson Valley Summer Camps

Warmer weather may not arrive until a few months from now, but sign-up for summer camp is well underway. Before you pack up the kids, check out these noteworthy Valley camps

By Shannon Gallagher

Testing 1,2,3

A word from Hudson Valley Editor in Chief, Olivia J. Abel

By Olivia J. Abel

Mailbox

See what’s in our mailbox for February 2011

Chatter

Celebrating President’s Day with the Valley’s two homegrown commanders in chief PLUS: Where in the Hudson Valley and On the Town

Shopping for Eastern Treasures at Vision of Tibet

A transplanted NYC boutique — which offers goods crafted by Himalayan artisans — puts down roots in Ulster County

By Melissa Esposito

The Pride and Joy of Po’keepsie: A Vassar College History

Matthew Vassar’s rise from immigrant brewer to founder of America’s preeminent female college

By David Levine

Decisions, Decisions: Choosing What’s Best For You

In his new book, a local psychologist explains how our bodies’ physical changes can help us make better decisions

By Wyatt Olson

Out & About in February 2011

A hit musical roars into Proctors, dancers mimic acrobats in Purchase, and love songs at West Point

By Polly Sparling

Polly’s Picks

Senior Editor Polly Sparling lists her top event picks for February 2011

By Polly Sparling

Kid's Korner

Don’t let cabin fever set in: This month, see popular children’s stories jump from book page to onstage, tour the world without leaving your chair, and learn about a few of the critters in your...

By Melissa Esposito

Restaurant Review: Chateau Hathorn

Warwick’s Chateau Hathorn offers fine Swiss and French cuisine in a 19th-century Tudor castle

By Greg Olear

Gourmet Hot Chocolate Shops

We searched Valley sweet spots for the good, the bad, and the chocolatey. The best part? We couldn’t find “the bad”

By Melissa Esposito

Wedded Bliss: Rules for a Happy Marriage

Thirty years after saying “I do,” this writer takes a decidedly dim view of marriage advice

By Kathleen Norton