Friday News: September 12, 2025

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View this email in your browser IN THIS EDITION Arts Council News Art Affair ‘25: Interwoven Two Weeks left for Early Bird Tickets! Art Affair ‘25 - Interwoven Sponsorship Opportunities Safe Harbors Silver Jubilee Gala will honor Todd Hulet next Saturday! Tickets still available! Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - TODAY! Community Opportunities Call to Artists: Collaborate with ADAPT of the Hudson Valley Request for Qualifications - Large Scale, Public Mural in Newburgh NY Orange County Chamber Business Expo & Mixer FY 26 Capital Projects Fund Application is Now Open Call For Photos - Storm King Decision Call for Artwork - WRCA Arts in the News - Orange County & Beyond! UNTETHERED CREATURES Scenic Hudson Opens Northside Hub MEMBER OF THE WEEK Newburgh Chamber Music Newburgh Chamber Music is dedicated to providing a rich classical and contemporary repertoire of music in the heart of historic Newburgh, NY.  NCM's first concert was on April 22, 2001 and was incorporated in 2002 by Philip West and Carole Cowan to promote music in the beautiful Upstate, New York and its many historic and interesting sacred and secular venues. The concerts draw on the professional talents of widely-acclaimed musicians in the Hudson Valley and beyond. Providing a rich classical and contemporary repertoire.  This season launches on Sunday October 5th with the American String Quartet performing music from Four Centuries, including music by Mozart, Beethoven, Carolyn Shaw and Vivian Fung. For more info HERE Would you like to be featured in our Friday News? Membership levels individual and above are eligible to be featured. Submit your photo, web address, and brief bio to connect@ocartscouncil.org NOT YET A MEMBER? LEARN ABOUT MEMBERSHIPS AND JOIN TODAY CLICK HERE INDIVIDUAL $150+ ● ARTS SUPPORT $500 ● JOIN THE CIRCLE $1000+ ● ARTS COUNCIL NEWS Quick Links: The Art Affair 2025: Interwoven EARLY BIRD TICKETS ON SALE NOW The Art Affair 2025: Interwoven Sponsorship Opportunities Safe Harbors Jubilee YOU’RE INVITED! TICKETS ARE NOW LIVE for the Art Affair ‘25! Tickets are now on sale for The Art Affair 2025: Interwoven, Orange County’s biggest art party and annual fundraiser! JUST TWO WEEKS LEFT FOR EARLY BIRD PRICING! Get your tickets today! Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center Celebrate the transformative power of art with stunning installations, captivating performances, and connections with artists, business leaders, and the community. Ticket Options General Admission: Light dinner, drinks, exhibitions, and 30+ performances. Enhanced: Early entry, private cocktail, seated multi-course dinner, and exclusive performances. Early Bird Special: General Admission just $100 through Sept. 30, 2025. We’ll honor Gary Schuster, the Cornwall Chamber Public Art Program, the New York Renaissance Faire, and the Wallkill River Center for the Arts, plus recognize Sarah Fortner Pierson and Gloria Bonelli. Experience original works by 2025 Featured Artists Dylan Gillespie, Hot Wrk Ensemble, Mike Garda, and Vivien Collens, bringing our “Interwoven” theme to life. This was a SOLD OUT event last year! Be sure to get your TICKETS TODAY! Art Affair ‘25 - Interwoven Sponsorship Opportunities - DIRECTLY SUPPORT THE ARTS & ARTISTS IN ORANGE COUNTY! Partner with the Orange County NY Arts Council and align your brand with our mission to support local artists and enrich our community. Sponsorship of The Art Affair provides an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to the arts while gaining visibility among business leaders, community stakeholders, and arts patrons. Sponsorship benefits can include brand recognition, complimentary tickets, and exclusive hospitality opportunities. Learn More HERE Special not-for-profit sponsorship opportunities also available. Email us for details and to learn if your organization qualifies. connect@ocartscouncil.org LEARN MORE ABOUT ART AFFAIR 2025 HERE Safe Harbors Silver Jubilee Gala will honor Todd Hulet- Next Saturday! Join us in celebrating Safe Harbors' past, present, and future as they honor our Executive Director, Todd Hulet! Saturday, September 20 Safe Harbors Green 97 Broadway Downtown Newburgh Today, September 5th is the last day to purchase $175 tickets--tickets increase to $200 starting on Saturday. Be sure to purchase your tickets today! Tickets and More info HERE Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Join us today at 4 PM for the unveiling of new murals at Maple Hill Park, 105 California Ave., Middletown. Created in partnership for the Middletown Parks & Recreation Department, these murals bring more art to Orange County—come celebrate! COMMUNITY OPPORTUNTIES Call to Artists: Collaborate with ADAPT of the Hudson Valley ADAPT of the Hudson Valley is a nonprofit organization supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Rockland, Orange, and Sullivan counties. We are seeking local artists who are passionate about giving back to their community and creating inclusive, enriching experiences through the arts. We are looking to collaborate with artists from all disciplines—painting, pottery, photography, theater, dance, music, and more—to offer programming for the people we support. You do not need to be an expert in disability services; we are the experts in that arena. What we need are artists who are excited to share their craft and help others explore creative expression. More info HERE Request for Qualifications - Large Scale, Public Mural in Newburgh NY Safe Harbors of the Hudson seeks an experienced artist or artist team to design and install a permanent 25’ x 60’ mural on the exterior of the organization’s building facing Safe Harbors Green, its half-acre urban park in the City of Newburgh, NY’s downtown center. More info HERE Orange County Chamber Business Expo & Mixer Come explore, connect, and celebrate local business at our **Business Expo & Mixer** hosted by the Orange County Chamber of Commerce! This **free, public event** is your chance to meet and mingle with local businesses, discover new products and services, and network with the people who make our community thrive. More info HERE FY 26 Capital Projects Fund Application is Now Open! Governor Kathy Hochul announced that up to $80 million in capital funding for facilities improvements is available to nonprofit arts and culture organizations through the New York State Council on the Arts' Capital Projects Fund!  Read the full announcement HERE Call For Photos - Storm King Decision Send watermarked pictures to editor@stormkingdecision.org. This project is made possible by funds from the New York State legislature and administered by Arts Mid-Hudson. More info HERE CALL FOR ARTWORK Submissions due October 3 2025! WATERCOLOR: This regional exhibition, juried by Betsy Jacaruso, is open to the medium of watercolor. Medium is the only constraint; artwork can range from realism to pure abstraction, and subject matter is open. More info HERE ARTS IN THE NEWS UNTETHERED CREATURES Safe Harbors of the Hudson’s Ann Street Gallery is pleased to announce UNTETHERED CREATURES: bodies of emergent lore 2025 Emerging Artist Fellowship Exhibition Featuring William PK Carter, Ana Maria Farina, and Bridget Vasquez September 27 - November 23, 2025 Additional Safe Harbors Programming Announced for Newburgh Open Studios. Read the full press release HERE Scenic Hudson Opens Northside Hub After five years in the making, Scenic Hudson officially opened the doors of its new Northside Hub at 58 Parker Avenue today, transforming a long-abandoned factory into a beacon of sustainable design and community engagement. Read the full the River Hudson Valley Newsroom article HERE Send us your Press Release and/or links to articles relevant to our local arts community to see them here! Your monetary contributions are crucial to HELP THE ARTS CONTINUE TO THRIVE! DONATE NOW! 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