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    Help Pass Marriage in Equality for 20 Million More: Volunteers Needed every Weds in October

    This fall, marriage equality hangs in the balance for almost 20 million Americans in four states: Maine, Maryland, Minnesota and Washington. In support of these efforts, the Hudson Valley LGBTQ Center is hosting a series of Equality Advocacy Nights each and every (well, almost every) Wednesday from 6pm to 8pm throughout October at the Center in Kingston.

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    Woodstock Film Festival Returns for a (Lucky) 13th Year; October 10th – 14th

    Woodstock's fiercely independent cinematic tradition - the 13th Annual Woodstock Film Festival (kicking off Wed. Oct. 10 through Sun. Oct. 14), is unveiling its 2012 line-up of nearly 130 exciting films, panels, performances and special events.

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    “Halloween Spooktacular” Returns for a 3rd Annual Night of Tricking, Treating, and Hauntingly Good Fun – Sat Oct 27th

    ARCS' premier party of the haunted season is back! The 3rd Annual "Halloween Spooktacular" returns with a night of frightful food & drinks, devlish dancing, and a show featuring the Hudson Valley's own Tom Judson!

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    2012 Benefit Auction Gala for the Center for Photography in Woodstock – Sun Oct 7th

    Founded in 1977, the Center for Photography at Woodstock is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 artist-centered organization dedicated to supporting artists working in photography and related media and engaging audiences through opportunities in which creation, discovery, and learning are made possible.

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    The Bears to Gather in Poughkeepsie on Saturday, September 22

    Bears, Wolves, Otters, and Cubs, Oh my! This Saturday, September 22nd is Bear Night at the Out Bar on Main Street in Poughkeepsie! Shut down Scruff, put Growlr away, and come on out to enjoy a beverage with a wide variety of real, live Hudson Valley Men - in person! Hosted by the Hudson Valley [...]

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    Serious Foodie and “Fab 5” Vet, Ted Allen, Launches His New Cookbook in Rhinebeck; Sat Sept 8th

    Ted Allen, "Fab 5" vet and host of top Food Network show Chopped, launches his new book, "In My Kitchen", at bluecashew Kitchen Pharmacy in Rhinebeck on Sat Sept 8th.

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    Hairdresser’s Disco Ball & Fantasy Hair Show – Sun Sept 9th

    Last year's stellar event sold out and became one of the most talked-about social events of the Hudson Valley. Join seventeen local salons as they present wild, wacky and wonderful hair looks on the runway at Shadows on the Hudson.

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    BGHV is Goin’ Cruisin’ with All-New “Sapphos” and “Bear” Cruises on the Hudson; Saturday August 25th

    To squeeze every last drop out of the summer season, we've decided to team up with our friends at Empire Cruise Lines and launch two amazing evening cruises on Saturday August 25th.

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Out On The Farm 2025 was simply magical - and chee Out On The Farm 2025 was simply magical - and cheers to Tanner Townsend of @hvfoodphotography for capturing so many of the moments at our annual Queer Fall Festival! 

With live music from the @minorikeys , Story time from @katarinamirage and @danpoblox courtesy of the @lgbtqcenter , as well as arts and crafts from our friends at the @dutchesspride , the afternoon portion of Out On The Farm offered something for everyone and it provided a truly unique place for queer families to gather and connect. 

During the evening portion of Out On The Farm we were entertained by the cast of Bushels and Pecs and we Orchard Disco-Danced the night away to the beats of @superiorsounds and @biscuittmfs_ 

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to @badseedcider seed for Out On The Farm again in 2026! 

#hudsonvalley #hudsonvalleygays #biggayhudsonvalley #outonthefarm #ulstercounty
BGHV is proud to partner with writer/director Carm BGHV is proud to partner with writer/director Carmen Emmi to bring his riveting new queer film, PLAINCLOTHES to the Hudson Valley on Oct 10th and 11th!

>> Friday, October 10th at 8pm
Rosendale Theater, Rosendale

>> Saturday, October 11th at 8pm
Story Screen Cinema, Hudson

Each showing will include a special post-film Q&A with Carmen Emmi and his Cinematographer, the Hudson Valley's very own Ethan Palmer. 

Visit BigGayHudsonValley.com to book your tickets now - we'll see you this weekend in Rosendale on Friday and Hudson on Saturday. 

#biggayhudsonvalley #hudsonvalley #plainclothesfilm #hudson #rosendale #lgbtqfilm #queerfilm #gayhudsonvalley
If you missed the Bushels and Pecs Queer Variety S If you missed the Bushels and Pecs Queer Variety Show at Out On The Farm last Saturday, October 4th, you sure missed a spectacular group of performers! 

Here’s a sneak peek of the first batch of photos we received from Photographer @dustyrebel - who snapped these incredible shots in the middle of the show! 

More photos coming soon; enjoy this first batch!

#gayhudsonvalley #upstategays #ulstercounty #outonthefarm #bushelsandpecs #instagays
You first met the @minorikeys at Pride In The Sky You first met the @minorikeys at Pride In The Sky this Spring, and we’re so excited to bring them back for Out On The Farm this Saturday, October 4th. 

Don’t miss the Minorikeys LIVE: 
 ⏰4p - 6:30p

Following the Minorikeys, we’re proud to present - our annual Farm Fresh Cabaret - Bushels and Pecs: 
🍑 7p - 8p

Last year more than 800 members of our community joined us - be sure to get your tickets for Out On The Farm online now at biggayhudsonvalley.com - use promo code ‘BUSHELSANDPECS’ to save $5!

See you at @badseedcider on Saturday, October 4th! 

#hudsonvalley #livemusic #orcharddisco #drag #disco #ulstercounty #gayhudsonvalley #outonthefarm #biggayhudsonvalley #minorikeys #silverdaddies #bushelsandpecs

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