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March

Tuesday, March 11, 7pm Free

Lecture
Cary Institute Auditorium, 2801 Sharon Tpk., Millbrook, NY
The Cary Institute is offering a special public lecture by world-renowed conservation biologist Dr. Stuart Pimm. His talk will explore the role that carbon offsets can play in protecting land and curbing biodiversity loss.

A Doris Duke Professor of Conservation Ecology at Duke University, Dr. Pimm is an expert on endangered species conservation, biodiversity, species extinctions, and habitat loss. He has authored over 200 scientific publications and four books, including the critically acclaimed "The World According to Pimm: a Scientist Audits the Earth". Questions? Please contact Pamela Freeman (845) 677-7600 ext. 121 or e-mail freemanp@ecostudies.org

April

Saturday, April 19, 7pm- 10pm

Gala Ball
Millbrook Fire House., Millbrook, NY
Come in period costume, if you can, and join us in celebrating 100 years of 100% volunteer fire service to our community. For Information or to Purchase Tickets Please Contact Assistant Chief of Rescue Mrs. Laurie Olson.

May

Friday & Saturday, May 16 -17

Millbrook Book Festival
Various locations throughout Millbrook
This village-wide event promises a fun, free, and family-oriented day of lively panel discussions with award-winning authors, book signings, and events for children. visit www.millbrookbookfestival.org for a complete schedule of events.

Saturday, May 24, 9am-1pm

Opening Day
Millbrook Farmers' Market, corner of Front St. & Franklin Ave., Millbrook
Live bluegrass music by Kevin & Carol Becker w/Rich Keyes . Organic produce, meats, select crafts. For a listing of participating vendors, upcoming events, and what's-in-season visit www.millbrookfarmersmarket.com

Saturday, May 31

Great Millbrook Paint-Out and Art Auction
Thorne Building, Cor. of Franklin & Maple Aves. Millbrook
50 professional artists paint Millbrook street scenes and Hudson Valley views, 9am-3:30pm. They return with finished works for viewing and a reception, 4-5pm. Live auction follows, 5:15-6:30pm. Event presented by Barrett Art Center. Free. www.barrettartcenter.org

June

Saturday, June 7, 7pm- 10pm

A Taste of Millbrook
Millbrook Vineyards & Winery, Millbrook, NY
Come and sample food from local restaurants, sip some delicious wine and take in that unforgettable hilltop view.   Put the date on your calendar and look for tickets on sale at many local merchants as well as the Farmers Market!! Spring is just around the corner and so are some great outdoor events. Be sure to include a "Taste of Millbrook" on your calendar. Contributions for this event support the Millbrook Education Foundation; A Non-Profit organization with a mission to enable our community to support it's public schools.

Saturday, June 7

Silver Ribbon House Tour
Millbrook, NY
A self guided tour of 9 distinctive properties, public and private, in the Millbrook area of Dutchess County. Visitors provided with descriptive program and map at the Tour Center; interpreters at all sites. Open to all, 13 and older. Tickets $40 until May 31; $50. thereafter. Proceeds benefit the work of Dutchess County Historical Society. Call 845-471-1630 for information and brochure.

Saturday, June 28, 7pm

Concerts on the Grass
Millbrook Bandshell, Franklin Ave., Millbrook
Millbrook Arts Group Summer Concert Series: Buddy Merriam & Back Roads, "Classic Bluegrass". millbrookartsgroup.org

July

Saturday, July 5, 9am-1pm

Sheep & Wool Day
Millbrook Farmers' Market, corner of Front St. & Franklin Ave., Millbrook
Live bluegrass music by "Too Blue" . Sheep-shearing demo, wool crafts, spinning demo. For a listing of participating vendors, upcoming events, and what's-in-season visit www.millbrookfarmersmarket.com

Saturday, July 5, 7pm

Concerts on the Grass
Millbrook Bandshell, Franklin Ave., Millbrook
Millbrook Arts Group Summer Concert Series: The Big Band Sound with featured singer Steve Fabrizio "Favorites from the Big Band Era”. millbrookartsgroup.org

Saturday, July 19, 9am -1pm

Cheese Day
Millbrook Farmers' Market, corner of Front St. & Franklin Ave., Millbrook
Live bluegrass music by Helen Avakian . Wine & Cheese pairings by Millbrook Vineyards & Winery. For a listing of participating vendors, upcoming events, and what's-in-season visit www.millbrookfarmersmarket.com

Saturday, July 19, 7pm

Concerts on the Grass
Millbrook Bandshell, Franklin Ave., Millbrook
Millbrook Arts Group Summer Concert Series: Vicki Russell "Contemporary Folk Rock with a Twist of Country & Blues”. millbrookartsgroup.org

Friday, July 25th-Sunday July 27th

Fitch's Corner Horse Trials: Area 1 Novice Championships
632 N. Mabbettsville Road Millbrook, NY
Celebrating our 15th year, Fitch's Corner Horse Trials, has become one of Millbrook's premier equestrian events attracting over 250 competitors from the tri-state region. The rural setting of Millbrook with it's great expanse of countryside and picturesque farms is the ideal locale for horse, rider and spectator. Prize money and special awards will be presented. www.fitchscorner.com

Saturday, July 26, 7pm

Concerts on the Grass
Millbrook Bandshell, Franklin Ave., Millbrook
Millbrook Arts Group Summer Concert Series: Thunder Ridge "Kickin' Country Rock Band”. millbrookartsgroup.org

August

Saturday, August 9, 7pm

Concerts on the Grass
Millbrook Bandshell, Franklin Ave., Millbrook
Millbrook Arts Group Summer Concert Series: Rosemary Sepe Neilson "Jazzamatazz: From Basie to Broadway”. millbrookartsgroup.org

Saturday, August 16, 9am-1pm

Earth Day at the Market
Millbrook Farmers' Market, corner of Front St. & Franklin Ave., Millbrook
Live music by "Its a Swing Thing". Poster Contest. For a listing of participating vendors, upcoming events, and what's-in-season visit www.millbrookfarmersmarket.com

Saturday, August 23, 7pm

Concerts on the Grass
Millbrook Bandshell, Franklin Ave., Millbrook
Millbrook Arts Group Summer Concert Series: Greyhounds "50's/60's Real Rock 'n Roll”. millbrookartsgroup.org

September

Saturday, September 6, 9am-8pm

Millbrook Community Day and Country Fair
Village of Millbrook
Events and Activities throughout the day in the Village of Millbrook.

Saturday, September 6, 9am-1pm

Artisan Day
Millbrook Farmers' Market, corner of Front St. & Franklin Ave., Millbrook
Local artists display their wares including pottery, photography, woodworking, jewelry and more. Forge demo. For a listing of participating vendors, upcoming events, and what's-in-season visit www.millbrookfarmersmarket.com

Saturday, September 6, 7pm

Concerts on the Grass
Village Green, Franklin Ave., Millbrook
Millbrook Arts Group Summer Concert Series: Stolen Heart "Country Western at its Best””. millbrookartsgroup.org

October

Saturday, October 4, 9am-1pm

Harvest Day at the Market
Millbrook Farmers' Market, corner of Front St. & Franklin Ave., Millbrook
Pumpkin-carving contest and live music. For a listing of participating vendors, upcoming events, and what's-in-season visit www.millbrookfarmersmarket.com

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