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Here’s your HV Vibes Daily Dose for Saturday, April 26, 2025 — a rainy day filled with warmth, creativity, and community spirit across the Hudson Valley.

Ed Weeks, Jr.
April 26, 2025

🌧️ Today’s Vibe: Rainy Days, Bright Hearts

Even with the rain falling, the Hudson Valley shines with acts of kindness, artistic expression, and community engagement. Let's explore today's uplifting stories.

🥞 Community Breakfast Supports Local Children

This morning at 10 a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church in Kingston, alongside the Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church, hosted a continental breakfast featuring guest speaker Sister Carol Perry. Attendees contributed to a free-will offering benefiting the Kingston Interfaith Council's backpack program, providing essential supplies to children in need.

🖌️ 'Bowled Over' Art Exhibition Showcases Ceramic Talent

The Olive Free Library in West Shokan is presenting the 'Bowled Over' exhibition, highlighting the craftsmanship of 21 ceramic artists, including Alex Vo Duy. This showcase runs through May 3, offering a unique opportunity to appreciate local artistry. For more details, visit olivefreelibrary.org.

🎨 Kingston Artists Soapbox Derby Poster Contest Winner Announced

Congratulations to Min Goto, the winner of the 2025 Kingston Artists Soapbox Derby poster contest! Min's vibrant design will be featured in this year's event promotions, celebrating creativity and community spirit in Kingston.

🌳 Kingston Receives $1.6M for Urban Reforestation

In a significant environmental initiative, Kingston has been awarded $1.6 million as part of New York State's $15 million Community Reforestation program. This funding will facilitate the planting of 8,100 trees across five city parks, enhancing urban green spaces and promoting ecological resilience. Times Union

🏀 Wild Weeks Update: AAU Hoops in Westchester

Today, Edward and I are in Westchester for an exciting day of AAU basketball. Stay tuned for highlights and behind-the-scenes moments from the court, coming soon to our Wild Weeks YouTube channel.

🌧️ The Gratitude Corner

“Rainy days should be spent at home with a cup of tea and a good book.”
— Bill Watterson

Embrace the cozy vibes today — perhaps visit a local library, enjoy a warm beverage, or simply take a moment to relax and reflect.

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Stay dry and stay inspired, Hudson Valley!