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September 30, 2025
Veronica Choroco
Veronica Choroco 8:26 PM
Hey! Has anyone out there worked on a WordPress site hosted by WordPress. I need some help. Thanks! 🙏
October 2, 2025
Paulina Tracz-Dulog
Paulina Tracz-Dulog 7:08 PM
Hi everyone, I'm seeing a new IT professional to collaborate with. Please reach out if you're interested. I'm at <mailto:[email protected]|[email protected]>. Thanks!
October 3, 2025
Bailey Burke
Bailey Burke 10:04 AM
Hi All, I am seeking advice from someone with strong grocery store / fresh market operations and financial modeling experience for a single-unit operation. Does anyone know anyone?
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October 7, 2025
Jessie Zarrelli
Jessie Zarrelli 11:47 AM
HI Everyone, Im participating in the MoonShot film Challenge the weekend of Oct 15-18. We are looking for these roles below. If you have any leads/are interested, please reach out. These are unpaid, it is part of a film challenge https://www.moonshotinitiative.org/filmchallenge
• Editor
• Sound Recordist
• Gaffer
Advancing the careers of thousands of women in film by providing cinema-quality gear and a powerful network. Make films with women and non-binary filmmakers without financial barriers.
Moonshot Initiative
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October 8, 2025
Rommia White
Rommia White 4:00 PM
anyone have experience setting up mixpanel? we love the potential but we're struggling to grasp it quickly and could use some high level guidance. send me a message if you might be able to share some wisdom 🙂 much appreciated!
October 13, 2025
Tosin Hoskins
Tosin Hoskins 4:24 PM
Hi all! I’m staffing for a web enhancement project for a client and looking for an SEO-savvy web developer with strong Squarespace experience. We built the website early this year, and now we are ready for phase 2: optimizing for visibility.

Bonus if you have familiarity with cosmetics, medical or luxury branding spaces.

This is would be a white-label project. My studio would be overseeing creative direction and strategy — I’m looking for collaborators who are technically sharp, reliable, and care about maintaining UX/design integrity. If you’re available or have a rec, please email me at <mailto:[email protected]|[email protected]> with your case studies and pricing
October 14, 2025
Jorli Peña
Jorli Peña 8:01 AM
Hello HV creatives — Local Hudson Valley key town board campaign in need of help! Any graphic designer with some bandwidth today to take a 4" x 9" palm card to a more polished state? Please share portfolio and approx. budget and feel free to DM me for more info.
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ross.spw
ross.spw 5:43 PM
Quick question for folks in tech, creative fields, and collaborative teams:

🤔 How do you currently share screenshots for feedback, discussion, bug reports, etc? Any tools you love or hate?

(I’m working on building a tool to make that easier – :camerawithflash: share a screenshot with a click – and would love to hear about any examples of this!)
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October 17, 2025
Veronica Choroco
Veronica Choroco 1:02 PM
Anyone here a Lottie expert creating graphics and animations?
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October 20, 2025
Eli Walker
Eli Walker 9:30 AM
Hi all! I'm working on a one-woman show, and for one of the characters I want to use an AI generated voice. What platforms/softwares should I explore for this?
Another ask! Anyone know how to edit green screen video footage? 🙂
October 22, 2025
ertyumichael
ertyumichael 2:44 PM


:herb: :leaves: Santa María – Himalayan Purple Lineage Teaching &amp; Harvest Gathering

Volunteer &amp; Trade Exchange Opportunities



Date: [Oct 26th, Sunday]
From: Temple of the Golden Loom Stewardships and Sacred Councils
To: Beloved Volunteers / Sacred Steward



✨ Sacred Invitation to Service &amp; Exchange

Dearest One,

You are warmly invited to step forward as a Sacred Steward and Volunteer for the upcoming Santa María – Himalayan Purple Lineage Teaching &amp; Harvest Gathering. This gathering is a living ceremony dedicated to the Himalayan hybrid spirit of Santa María—the luminous weave of Purple Nepal, Purple Hindu Kush, and Kumaoni—a medicine of calm, creativity, and celestial remembrance.

We are opening a limited number of volunteer and trade exchange positions for those who feel called to contribute their energy, presence, and gifts in reciprocity. Your participation weaves you into the golden loom of this lineage—each act of service becoming an offering to the greater circle of light.



:earofrice: Stewardship Roles Available
Space Keeper – preparing the ceremonial field (altar, candles, décor, cushions).Welcome Guardian – greeting participants, assisting sign-in, holding a warm presence.Refreshments Steward – tending tea, water, and nourishment throughout the day.Sound &amp; Atmosphere Guardian – harmonizing sound bowl, music, incense, and smudge.Integration Supporter – assisting with journaling materials, handouts, and closing circles.


:diamondshapewithadotinside: Exchange Pathways
• Partial or full trade of the contribution fee for your service.
• Offering of sacred goods (plants, herbs, art, flowers, healing sessions).
• Time and devotion in setup/cleanup combined with an intuitive contribution.



:hibiscus: Benefits for Volunteers
• Deepened behind-the-scenes access to the ceremonial process.
• Private grounding and closing with facilitators.
• Recognition as part of the sacred support team for this lineage activation.



With gratitude for your willingness to serve, we honor the beauty of your contribution.
Please complete the attached Volunteer &amp; Trade Exchange Form and return it to confirm your role and offering.

:telephone
receiver: To register or learn more how to get involved, message me here in WhatsApp or email <mailto:[email protected]|[email protected]>

Together, Let’s Enter the Sacred Wealthy and Abundant Circle Gatherings :swan:

In reverence for devotion + kind and loving service that benefits for ALL :rainbow::doveofpeace:

In golden gratitude and living light,

:sunny: “All who serve, serve the One.”


<#C06SF5E9ZC2|>
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October 23, 2025
Jenevra Georgini
Jenevra Georgini 3:10 PM
Anyone know a bookkeeper who has worked with small law firms and understands trust accounting? Or a virtual assistant who can do some bookkeeping and some billing? Big plus if they're familiar with the Lawcus platform and another big plus if they're in Kingston.

The time has come for my firm to get some ducks in a row :duck::duck::duck: thanks in advance for any recommendations!
October 24, 2025
Eli Walker
Eli Walker 1:12 PM
Does anyone have experience selling a service-based business? My events-based yoga business amidst a potential acquisition and I have a few questions about deal structuring I want to clarify before my next meeting with the buyer.
October 25, 2025
ertyumichael
ertyumichael 1:17 AM
:camerawithflash: Call for a Volunteer Photographer / Videographer — Sacred Harvest Gathering

Sunday, Oct 26

Beloved Hudson Valley community :herb:

Due to last-minute changes, we are seeking a volunteer photographer / short-clip creator to help capture the essence of our upcoming sacred gathering.

This is an invitation for someone who feels called to document living ritual, land stewardship, and community connection in a natural and heart-aligned way.

Details
• Location: Hudson Valley (exact site shared upon confirmation)
• Role: Capture candid moments, group shots, and a few short video clips (1–3 minutes total)
• Exchange: Volunteer basis, with deep gratitude, acknowledgment, and inclusion in the credits for future materials and social sharing
• Timing: Event happening soon — please reach out ASAP if available

Ideal ally: Someone who can flow with sacred space, respect privacy and ceremony, and feel the energy of the land while filming.

If this resonates, please message or email me at [email protected] directly with a quick note about your background and portfolio or interest.

With appreciation and golden blessings,
October 28, 2025
Diandra Rosette Ramos
Diandra Rosette Ramos 10:35 AM
:rotatinglight::rotatinglight:Space Cannon is looking for Videographer:rotatinglight::rotatinglight:

We’re looking for an easygoing videographer to help us film brand activations for Space Cannon, a veteran-owned cannabis hardware company.
Each shoot is 2–3 hours, no editing required, and takes place off-site near local dispensaries.
What You’ll Do:
• Follow a simple shot list (we’ll provide).
• Capture clean video and audio (must have wireless mics).
• Use basic lighting if necessary.
• Film staff, guests, and the overall vibe — authentic, unscripted moments.
• Hand off the raw footage to our team after each shoot.
What We’re Looking For:
• Comfortable around people and cannabis culture.
• Reliable, easy to work with.
• Have your own camera, wireless mics, and basic lighting gear.
What We Handle:
• All editing and post-production.
• You just show up, shoot, and get paid.
Details:
• Location: Off-site near local dispensaries
• Pay: $250 flat rate per shoot (2–3 hours)
If this sounds like your kind of gig, please send:
• Your name
• A few samples of your work (or social links)
• Your gear list and location
About Us:
SpaceCannon.com
Space Cannon is a veteran-owned cannabis hardware company creating the industry’s first pocket rig. We partner with dispensaries and concentrate brands to host private “sneak peek” events — filmed and shared across a growing creator network of 250K+ cannabis enthusiasts.
Looking forward to connecting!
Kai Fierle-Hedrick (she/they)
Kai Fierle-Hedrick (she/they) 7:49 PM
Hi! Does anyone have a CPA who they love working with?
November 3, 2025
Ariela Rossberg
Ariela Rossberg 7:56 PM
Hey there! I'm budget, but looking for a photographer who might be willing to volunteer their services to get some shots of my Halloween installation/art show tomorrow night in Tillson, for my portfolio and social media use. I hate to ask anyone to work for free, but I lost my full-time job back in June and don't have a budget at the moment. Would be happy to do a barter if you want a small spooky sculpture of your own. :ghost:
November 5, 2025
Erin Koschei
Erin Koschei 4:53 PM
Second Wave Supplies — the art supply thrift store in Beacon — is hoping to help a regular customer and her friend find winter jackets. Size Medium &amp; XL. If you happen to have one to spare, please consider donating to her free clothing rack! :coat:❤️
Alfie
Alfie 5:01 PM
In case anyone needs the help of a product designer specializing in growth. AI , scaling applications, end to end work and designing for investors and enterprise level domain knowledge www.alfiealfie.com feel free to contact me ! Open to a variety of contract types
November 6, 2025
nicolesinsight.uxui
nicolesinsight.uxui 5:20 PM
posting in here as well because it’s a freelance opportunity :)
Hey! I’m Nicole, l’m a UX Designer &amp; recent founder of <https://www.whatsgooddirectory.com|What’s Good Directory>. I’m looking for a developer who can help me set up a backend service for my Fram...
November 7, 2025
Kerry V
Kerry V 7:29 PM
Posting for a friend/colleague. I am not involved in this project, but I can pass along his contact info over DM if anyone is interested:

What: Makeup artist needed for a short film. 7 Actors total.
When: Next weekend, November 15-16, 8am call time
Where: Congers, NY (Rockland County)
Budget: $500 + meals (catered on-site)
November 10, 2025
Paul Stratta
Paul Stratta 1:11 PM
I'm seeking a part-time UX / UI designer experienced with app design (built in React Native), to continue innovating with us on our live, monetizing racquet sports app and club platform, iPlayMe2. We use FIGMA of course, and have been developing our design continually since 2020, with a major refresh done at end of '24. We have some immediate, tactical needs to refresh a few screens, to handle some new features that our backend can deliver, so an initial project could be an entry into establishing a longer-term relationship. Thanks to DM me directly if you're interested in an initial conversation.
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Veronica Fey
Veronica Fey 10:34 PM
Any recommendations for dog walking/sitting/boarding? :dog2:
maura.kate.costello
maura.kate.costello 10:34 PM
Me!
November 11, 2025
Cat Tosiello
Cat Tosiello 4:32 PM
Hi all! 👋:skin-tone-2:
I am a Creative Director &amp; Editor looking to explore new opportunities within as well as outside the entertainment/tv industry. If you or anyone you know is looking for creative staff or freelance help, please check out my website and shoot me an email. Would love to connect! 🙂
CAT TOSIELLO
November 18, 2025
Eli Walker
Eli Walker 12:40 AM
Hi all! :) For my upcoming one woman show at the Howland Center next month in Beacon, I’m needing two tall (but small) side tables…almost like wooden bar stools that can act as side tables. Does anyone happen to have anything like this that I could borrow for a few weeks?
liv.bymusic
liv.bymusic 3:47 PM
Hey everyone! My name’s liv. and I’m a singer-songwriter based out of Staatsburg! I’m currently working on my 3rd record, and I’m looking for someone or multiple people who could create a cartoon music video and a comic-book styled lyric booklet! Would really like to use someone local! Please reach out if this is something you’d be interested in!
jr954
jr954 8:18 PM
Hi there - looking for suggestions where to work for a few hours near Kingston / Woodstock. Preferably somewhere that just requires a small purchase not a coworking space with a membership….thanks!

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