The Cold Case Collective is a bimonthly discussion group at The Spark of Hudson focused on examining real unsolved cases through an ethical, educational lens. Together, we work to keep victims’ stories at the center, build responsible investigative and critical-thinking skills, and learn from guest speakers connected to justice, advocacy, and investigative fields.

Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join Lap Crafts Circle for an evening of creativity and connection at The Spark of Hudson. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this relaxed gathering is a chance to make progress on your projects and share ideas with others. All ages and experience levels are welcome — come as you are, with whatever you’re working on (or just curiosity).

Bring your materials, pull up a chair, and enjoy conversation, creativity, and a supportive community of fellow makers. 

Your website should be your most powerful marketing tool—but is it working for you? This workshop—led by Nate Padavick, a fellow creative with 20+ years of freelancing experience—will cover 10 key elements that make websites shine, from SEO and user-friendly design to building trust with an audience.

The Invitation to Change (ITC) Free Support Group is for people who care about someone struggling with substance use and want practical, compassionate ways to help. It is also open to anyone supporting a loved one with substance use or other compulsive behaviors.

The Columbia County Players in partnership with the Spark of Hudson announces an open invitation to all to take to the stage in front of The Spark’s big blue curtain, learning the ever true and lively ups, downs, and sideways basics of improvisation. Leader Eddie Allen invites all curious and courageous comers, with lots of stage experience or none at all, to come over and play on their feet!

Participants will learn the foundational principles of clown through both group and individual exercises, exploring what makes them uniquely funny and how to share that joy with an audience. Together, we will practice presence, play, and creative risk-taking, learning to find freedom and fun on stage. No prior performance experience is required.

Hudson Drama Club is a new theatre collective bringing together artists and neighbors who are drawn to musical theatre and classic drama—not for profit, but for passion. Together we study the work, reimagine it, and explore what it means to live inside these stories as artists and collaborators.

Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join Lap Crafts Circle for an evening of creativity and connection at The Spark of Hudson. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this relaxed gathering is a chance to make progress on your projects and share ideas with others. All ages and experience levels are welcome — come as you are, with whatever you’re working on (or just curiosity).

Bring your materials, pull up a chair, and enjoy conversation, creativity, and a supportive community of fellow makers. 

In this twice a month, hour-long session, we’ll gather for casual conversation about writing. What challenges are we experiencing with craft or in our practice? How can we motivate each other (and ourselves) to stay accountable to longer projects? We’ll also write!

This conversation is a space for women in long-term sobriety to name the dissatisfaction many of us feel. Together we’ll explore alternate understandings of addiction — everything from childhood trauma, to systems of oppression, to spiritual quests - that release the lingering shame and open up the path to real and lasting belonging, connection, meaning and aliveness.

Join the Community Book Club at The Spark of Hudson, a monthly gathering for readers and curious minds.

The Invitation to Change (ITC) Free Support Group is for people who care about someone struggling with substance use and want practical, compassionate ways to help. It is also open to anyone supporting a loved one with substance use or other compulsive behaviors.

The Columbia County Players in partnership with the Spark of Hudson announces an open invitation to all to take to the stage in front of The Spark’s big blue curtain, learning the ever true and lively ups, downs, and sideways basics of improvisation. Leader Eddie Allen invites all curious and courageous comers, with lots of stage experience or none at all, to come over and play on their feet!

Join us for a relaxed and supportive morning gathering for moms of autistic children during Autism Acceptance Month. The Breakfast Club is a space to connect with others who share similar experiences, build community, and feel supported.

The Cold Case Collective is a bimonthly discussion group at The Spark of Hudson focused on examining real unsolved cases through an ethical, educational lens. Together, we work to keep victims’ stories at the center, build responsible investigative and critical-thinking skills, and learn from guest speakers connected to justice, advocacy, and investigative fields.

Do you find yourself worrying about the birds, the bees, and the future of our native plants? Or maybe you just want to connect with other eco-minded folks in a supportive, fun space. Hosted by Design Wiild, this ongoing support group is a place to share best practices, swap gardening tips, and learn from guest experts on everything from ecology to climate resilience.

Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join Lap Crafts Circle for an evening of creativity and connection at The Spark of Hudson. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this relaxed gathering is a chance to make progress on your projects and share ideas with others. All ages and experience levels are welcome — come as you are, with whatever you’re working on (or just curiosity).

Bring your materials, pull up a chair, and enjoy conversation, creativity, and a supportive community of fellow makers. 

The Invitation to Change (ITC) Free Support Group is for people who care about someone struggling with substance use and want practical, compassionate ways to help. It is also open to anyone supporting a loved one with substance use or other compulsive behaviors.

The Columbia County Players in partnership with the Spark of Hudson announces an open invitation to all to take to the stage in front of The Spark’s big blue curtain, learning the ever true and lively ups, downs, and sideways basics of improvisation. Leader Eddie Allen invites all curious and courageous comers, with lots of stage experience or none at all, to come over and play on their feet!

Curious about AI? Already using it and want to share what you’ve learned? Join us for AI Club at The Spark.

Led by the Autism Society of the Greater Hudson Region, join us for a welcoming and creative evening designed for autistic and neurodiverse girls to connect, express themselves, and have fun together.

Join us for a brunch-and-learn at The Spark of Hudson to explore exciting and alternative modes of land access for new generation farmers in the Hudson Valley, and across New York State. We'll discuss the land access and accelerator programs offered at Wally Farms, the community land trust approach at West Branch Commons, and the New York Farmland Access Fund, a project of American Farmland Trust.

Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join Lap Crafts Circle for an evening of creativity and connection at The Spark of Hudson. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this relaxed gathering is a chance to make progress on your projects and share ideas with others. All ages and experience levels are welcome — come as you are, with whatever you’re working on (or just curiosity).

Bring your materials, pull up a chair, and enjoy conversation, creativity, and a supportive community of fellow makers. 

Co-presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension

Join Mike Pagnani, Cornell Cooperative Extension’s parenting educator, for an educational workshop offered to all caregivers focused on managing youth’s technology usage, understanding social media’s impact and fostering healthy digital habits.

The Invitation to Change (ITC) Free Support Group is for people who care about someone struggling with substance use and want practical, compassionate ways to help. It is also open to anyone supporting a loved one with substance use or other compulsive behaviors.

The Columbia County Players in partnership with the Spark of Hudson announces an open invitation to all to take to the stage in front of The Spark’s big blue curtain, learning the ever true and lively ups, downs, and sideways basics of improvisation. Leader Eddie Allen invites all curious and courageous comers, with lots of stage experience or none at all, to come over and play on their feet!

The Cold Case Collective is a bimonthly discussion group at The Spark of Hudson focused on examining real unsolved cases through an ethical, educational lens. Together, we work to keep victims’ stories at the center, build responsible investigative and critical-thinking skills, and learn from guest speakers connected to justice, advocacy, and investigative fields.

Come make your own power adornments! We will begin by learning simple beading techniques, and expand connecting the dots to more elaborate styles that express our mood, and hold our intentions.

Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join Lap Crafts Circle for an evening of creativity and connection at The Spark of Hudson. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this relaxed gathering is a chance to make progress on your projects and share ideas with others. All ages and experience levels are welcome — come as you are, with whatever you’re working on (or just curiosity).

Bring your materials, pull up a chair, and enjoy conversation, creativity, and a supportive community of fellow makers. 

The Invitation to Change (ITC) Free Support Group is for people who care about someone struggling with substance use and want practical, compassionate ways to help. It is also open to anyone supporting a loved one with substance use or other compulsive behaviors.

The Columbia County Players in partnership with the Spark of Hudson announces an open invitation to all to take to the stage in front of The Spark’s big blue curtain, learning the ever true and lively ups, downs, and sideways basics of improvisation. Leader Eddie Allen invites all curious and courageous comers, with lots of stage experience or none at all, to come over and play on their feet!

Drop in to our all-ages Mad Hat Slam! Veteran parade artists will be on hand to get you started with basic materials, tools, and assorted accoutrements. And feel free to bring your own bling, colorful accents, and up-cyclable accessories. 

A gathering space for mothers and birthing people with babies 0-6 months (or pre-crawling) Connection & conversation about navigating postpartum and early parenthood.

Renee Payne, owner and lead trainer of Walk This Way, will join us at The Spark for an interactive Q&A on dog training and behavior. This session is designed for anyone who wants to better understand how dogs think, learn, and communicate, and how to build a strong, trusting relationship using positive reinforcement techniques.

A gathering space for mothers and birthing people with babies 0-6 months (or pre-crawling) Connection & conversation about navigating postpartum and early parenthood.

In this engaging workshop, participants will experience Ancram Center’s unique approach to storytelling. This process, developed through their celebrated Real People Real Stories (RPRS) program, utilizes fun, creative problem-solving exercises to identify different story ideas. By the workshop’s end, participants will have the start of a personal, compelling, true to life story, along with a plan to bring that story to life!

A gathering space for mothers and birthing people with babies 0-6 months (or pre-crawling) Connection & conversation about navigating postpartum and early parenthood.

A gathering space for mothers and birthing people with babies 0-6 months (or pre-crawling) Connection & conversation about navigating postpartum and early parenthood.

A gathering space for mothers and birthing people with babies 0-6 months (or pre-crawling) Connection & conversation about navigating postpartum and early parenthood.

NY ABLE is a savings and investment program that allows eligible individuals with disabilities to save money for qualified expenses without losing benefits like SSI, SSDI, or Medicaid. Funds can be used for everyday costs like housing, education, transportation, health, and more, helping individuals maintain independence and quality of life.

A gathering space for mothers and birthing people with babies 0-6 months (or pre-crawling) Connection & conversation about navigating postpartum and early parenthood.