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.

​​​​​​​​This workshop explores where AI may be in the next 1–5 years and what that means for your daily life.

What really goes on inside one of the world's most powerful data centers? Kerry Bennett, Chief Engineer at Stargate Data Center in Texas, is pulling back the curtain to give us an unfiltered look at the job's realities, far beyond the blinking lights and humming servers people imagine.

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!

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 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.

Join us for Clean Headspace, a monthly group led by Raena Baldwin of Fresh Start Home Services. This is a supportive, judgment-free space where we come together to tackle the challenges of physical clutter and the mental load that often accompanies it.

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.

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. 

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.

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. 

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 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.

This workshop will break down how tax returns impact mortgage qualification, why write-offs can affect your borrowing power, what lenders are really looking for, and how to best structure your financial documents. Laura and Kate will also provide an overview of traditional mortgage products as well as options tailored to self-employed borrowers and 1099 income.

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. 

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.

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.

A group of people, each with 5 minutes and a topic they love, stand up and share it with the room. The topics are totally unpredictable. You never know what you're going to get, and that's the whole point.

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 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.

Claims about AI's energy and water usage are everywhere. But the people raising alarms often have reasons to exaggerate, and the people building AI have every reason to downplay the costs. So how does one form a grounded opinion?

Join us for Clean Headspace, a monthly group led by Raena Baldwin of Fresh Start Home Services. This is a supportive, judgment-free space where we come together to tackle the challenges of physical clutter and the mental load that often accompanies it.

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. 

This women's circle, open to female-identifying and non-binary individuals, is led by Nancy Maurice Rogers and other creatives in the field of arts. Through discussions and dialogues, we will delve into exploring creative processes and recognize the diverse area creativity has in our lives today and that which holds potential for future explorations in our lives.

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.

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.

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

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 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.