What: A casual monthly gathering for storytellers to share 5-7 minute real stories on a theme. No stage—just a campfire-style circle of funny, interesting, and weird tales from our lives. October's theme is "Spooky".
How it works: First 10 to sign up share their stories; everyone welcome to attend. Bring your own drink if you'd like—alcohol welcome in moderation.
Where: 950 Wolcott Ave, Beacon (Parking on Chestnut St) - Inside the cottage at the end of the driveway.
When: October 27th, and every last Monday of every month, 7-9pm
:herb: :leaves: Santa María – Himalayan Purple Lineage Teaching & Harvest Gathering
Volunteer & Trade Exchange Opportunities
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Date: [Oct 26th, Sunday]
From: Temple of the Golden Loom Stewardships and Sacred Councils
To: Beloved Volunteers / Sacred Steward
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✨ Sacred Invitation to Service & 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 & 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.
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: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 & Atmosphere Guardian – harmonizing sound bowl, music, incense, and smudge.Integration Supporter – assisting with journaling materials, handouts, and closing circles.
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: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.
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: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.
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With gratitude for your willingness to serve, we honor the beauty of your contribution.
Please complete the attached Volunteer & Trade Exchange Form and return it to confirm your role and offering.
:telephonereceiver: 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.”
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:herb: :leaves: Santa María – Himalayan Purple Lineage Teaching & Harvest Gathering
Volunteer & 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 & 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 & 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 & 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 & Trade Exchange Form and return it to confirm your role and offering.
:telephonereceiver: 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.”
The next Artichoke Story Slam is tomorrow, OCT 23 7PM at norma’s wappingers falls.
>> HOW IT WORKS <<
• Show up early to drop your name in the bag
• If it’s pulled, you get 6 minutes to tell a true, personal & memorized story
• Tales are judged by seasoned ARTICHOKE performers
• Top scorer is crowned the night’s winner!
The coolest part? All this potential for fun and fame is totally FREE! We only ask that you give some love to Norma’s by enjoying their delicious food and drinks.
>> GOT A TALE YOU WANT TO TELL? <<
Be sure that it is:
• YOURS First-person, real-life experiences only.
• TRUE Save the tall tales for the campfire.
• MEMORIZED No notes, no phones, no cheat sheets.
• TIMED Lose points every 15 sec over 6 min.
• NEW Please tell a story we haven’t heard before.
https://www.artichokeshow.com/story-slam
Also! My cousin Darlene Costello wrote and is producing/directing these two plays!
They’ll both be performed at each time slot:
Sunday October 26th at 2pm and 7pm.
Woke Pope:
In unprecedented times, we are watching the dismantling of humanitarian efforts and the forsaking of democracy and decency in the U.S.A. One wonders: Who can take down a man who keeps getting away with the worst profiteering, cruelty and ignorance of any recent world leader – Could it be the ‘wokest’ of Popes, Leo – borne on our better angels?? A political send-up of our fight to preserve humanity, as democracy is shaken to its core – and an interrogation of ‘wokeness’ as the true meaning of Christianity…
“Jesus Christ was the first non-violent revolutionary” – David Crosby
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/newburghfringefestival/event/wokepope/
Sundowners:
A lesbian horror fantasia about aging, empowerment, and supernatural will. Maggie sundowns as Alice guides them to relative freedom from the institutionalized confines in which they appear to be trapped. This concept and work in progress is a potential series of short plays – here I bring you its first manifestation.
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/newburghfringefestival/event/sundowners/
$42.01/ticket row J seats 13-14
https://www.tixr.com/groups/assembly/events/east-forest-154140?sort=RECOMMENDED&COL=13424&A=L
The time has come for my firm to get some ducks in a row :duck::duck::duck: thanks in advance for any recommendations!
// Bizzz Book + Podcast Club
// Wed, Oct 29
-> Info + RSVP
Monthly club exploring entrepreneurship, leadership & innovation. This month’s book: Finite and Infinite Games by James P. Carse.
Space is limited— free RSVP requested.
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// Less Is More: The Art of Strategic Subtraction
// Thu, Oct 30
-> Info + RSVP
How can you use emotional intelligence to become a professional business editor, spotting where you’re overcomplicating (spoiler: it’s everywhere) and making decisions that create flow instead of friction?
Bring your mental clutter. Leave with clarity.
Free but please RSVP.
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// Civil Disobedience Workshop
// Sun, Nov 2
- Info>
Civil disobedience is a principled, time-honored, public, and effective method of bringing fierce nonviolent pressure to bear on unjust systems. This free training introduces people to the philosophy and techniques of nonviolence and direct action. Hosted by Indivisible 845.
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,
Weekend coder? Marketing tinkerer? AI experimenter? DevFest Troy'25 (November 1st) is for YOU.
:art: Why hobbyists love it:
• Learn alongside professionals and fellow enthusiasts
• Meet cool people who work on passion projects
• No pressure, just pure learning and fun
• Network with makers, builders, and tinkerers
• Get inspired for your next project
• Discover you're part of a bigger community
You don't need "Engineer" in your title. You just need curiosity.
🎁 RSVP for: In-person access + livestream + recordings + materials
⏰ Late Bird pricing until Oct 27th :hammerandwrench: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/devfest-2025-troy-ny-tickets-1564209947059
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!
I’m also doing a second showing with the full effects on 11/4 from 6-8 pm, in case your Halloween night is already spoken for.
https://blue-apricot-293.myflodesk.com/ej5d6zjjlb
Tues 10 AM – The Bath · $40
Deep vibrational healing & personal intention-setting.
Wed & Fri 12:15 PM – The Stillness · $25
A 30-min lunchtime sound reset.
Sun 10 AM – The Practice · $40
Breath, movement & sound for grounding & renewal.
:roundpushpin: 7481 S Broadway #2A, Red Hook
:herb: The space is intimate — pre-registration required.
Sliding scale & community spots available — please reach out.
:doveofpeace: Schedule still evolving — check theseeingcircle.com for the most up-to-date times & a special offer on your first experience.
👉 Book here
https://theseeingcircle.as.me/?calendarID=10993326
This wknd we have 3 fantastic shows, see attached. Please come on out, support live music. Our 1870 concerted chapel has a great, friendly vibe and excellent acoustics. We have excellent wine, local beer, sake, pierogi +
Follow @thelocalsaugerties
Our first experience is coming up November 15th! We’re hosting a Ukrainian cooking workshop with refugee Vita Deriabina. Proceeds to Dutchess Outreach to support year round efforts to combat food insecurity.
Tickets are still available!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/soup-syrniki-taste-of-ukraine-seasonal-cooking-workshop-tickets-1853718083689?aff=oddtdtcreator
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)
Join me on Thu, Nov 13, 6–8 pm at Beahive Beacon for a practical roundtable discussion on prototypes, user research, and A/B testing with product folks across the Hudson Valley.
This month’s Featured Product is Augie, and we’ll be joined by cofounder @Jeremy Toeman who will share his own journey, challenges, and wins in building an AI video editing platform for creators and brands.
Also: There will be pizza!
RSVP: https://meetu.ps/e/Pzf3h/fhXRY/i
Register here: https://fishtree.co/confident
My new one-woman show Kill the Buddha is premiering at the Howland Cultural Center in Beacon next month! It’s a dark comedy about spiritual burnout, self-help gone wrong, and finding belonging when the “enlightened” path falls apart.
This show means the world to me, and I’ve been plugging away at it for over a decade. It’s the most personal, ridiculous, and honest thing I’ve ever created. So…want to come? :hearthands:
Here are the details:
Dec. 12th and 13th at 8pm
:admissiontickets: tickets: https://howlandculturalcenter.ticketspice.com/kill-the-buddha
You’ll laugh, cry, and maybe exorcise an inner guru or several:woman-tipping-hand:
I am a Creative Director & 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
Just Bea-Cause: Nonprofit Morning Mixer
Thu, Nov 13
9 – 10 AM
Beahive Beacon
• Please RSVP: https://bit.ly/bea-cause11-25
Breakfast snacks and coffee/tea provided, sponsored by Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley.
We’ve been hosting these mixers semi-regularly since fall 2023, which has now evolved into our HV Nonprofit Hub initiative to better connect the regional nonprofit ecosystem. (Check out our growing Slack community, in part inspired by this very Slack community!)
Spoiler: in addition to the speaker's talk, we are going to introduce the new networking tools, allowing meaningful connections
:womaninlotusposition::skin-tone-2:Three free virtual yoga & meditation classes in November!
Every month I offer virtual yoga and meditation classes that align with the new moon cycles or a specific chakra. This month I’m focusing on the third eye chakra which is our energetic center that influences intuition, ability to dream & envision and clarity in our life. We also have the New Moon in Scorpio this month, focused on transformation and setting intentions for the next 6 months.
11/17 Virtual Class: Kriya for Intuition & Clarity
11/19 Virtual Meditation: New Moon in Scorpio
11/24 Virtual Meditation: Inner Awareness & Peace
Sign up for any of these free offerings here: https://stan.store/flowwithdevon
Breath, movement, and sound.
A space to release and embody.
This Sunday · 4:00–5:00PM
The Seeing Circle
7481 S Broadway #2A, Red Hook, NY
Reserve your spot:
https://theseeingcircle.as.me/Book
✨ Get $25 off your first class or service
Join the list:
https://theseeingcircle.myflodesk.com/25off
THE 2ND ANNUAL HUDSON,NY POP-UP HOLIDAY MARKET AT THE CANNONBALL FACTORY
NOV. 28-30 ✨ DEC. 5-7 ✨ DEC. 12-14 ✨ DEC. 19-21 | 11am-5pm
The Most Highly Attended Holiday Market in the Hudson Valley is Back for 2025
75 NEW VENDORS ATTENDING EVERY WEEKEND!
Artisan Foods
Handcrafted Pastries & Baked Goods
Craft Wines & Spirits
Vintage Fashion & Collectibles
Artisan Jewelry & Leatherwork
Handcrafted Homegoods
Artisan Ceramics & Tableware
Natural Beauty & Skincare
Original Art & Prints
Handmade Crafts & Goods
+ COZY HUDSON HOLIDAY HANGS FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS!
359 Columbia Street Hudson, NY 12534
Visit: https://cannonballfactory.com/
• No agenda
• No need to RSVP
• Everyone pays their own way
• Everyone is welcome
That's it! Hope to see some of you there!