Community Events in Hudson, NY
What sparks your interest? Writing, improv or crafts? Financial literacy, AI, or problem solving? Gardening, social justice, or unsolved crimes? We quite literally have something for everyone.
Events Calendar
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.
A gathering space for mothers and birthing people with babies 0-6 months (or pre-crawling) Connection & conversation about navigating postpartum and early parenthood.
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!
Curious about where your future could take you? Join us for an evening of real conversations with local professionals representing a chief of police, the military, acting, entrepreneurship, culinary arts, a cleaning business, community college, and more!
The 2026 Queer Community Harvest Feast is a soft place to land during the holiday season, a warm and welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ folks to come together, share a family-style meal, and find comfort, laughter, games, and connection.
Red Bean Queen, a homegrown Cajun food pop-up by Helen Rose and Kramer Sanguinetti, presents an evening of New Orleans–inspired food, music, and community at The Spark.
Join us for Clean Headspace, a bi-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.
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!
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 Death Salon is an open, informal gathering to talk honestly about death and dying. The purpose is to increase awareness of death — with a view to helping people make the most of their finite lives. Tea included!
Whether you're brand new to meditation or building a steadier practice, this welcoming course covers everything you need to begin. Guided step by step by experienced instructor Joel Kreisberg, you'll learn the fundamentals in a supportive group setting. No prior experience required — just curiosity and a willingness to show up.
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 Circle at The Spark.
This monthly club offers performers a chance to explore the art of clowning. It's an opportunity to embrace the absurd, celebrate failure, and discover the humor in vulnerability.
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.
Join us for Clean Headspace, a bi-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.
Whether you're brand new to meditation or building a steadier practice, this welcoming course covers everything you need to begin. Guided step by step by experienced instructor Joel Kreisberg, you'll learn the fundamentals in a supportive group setting. No prior experience required — just curiosity and a willingness to show up.
Curious about AI? Already using it and want to share what you’ve learned? Join us for AI Circle at The Spark.
The Columbia County Players present a ”Pajama Play”*: a traditional Dutch children’s tale with music, adapted by Chloe Boocock and Carol Rusoff from Antonia Ridge’s original stage version, and performed by local high school students.
The Columbia County Players present a ”Pajama Play”*: a traditional Dutch children’s tale with music, adapted by Chloe Boocock and Carol Rusoff from Antonia Ridge’s original stage version, and performed by local high school students.
Join CREATE’s Grants Coordinator Richard Royer for a practical introduction to budget basics for artists. This workshop will cover how to build a clear, realistic project budget; identify common income and expense categories; and use simple strategies to make your budget support your project goals.
Join the Community Book Club at The Spark of Hudson, a monthly gathering for readers and curious minds.
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.
A Death Salon is an open, informal gathering to talk honestly about death and dying. The purpose is to increase awareness of death — with a view to helping people make the most of their finite lives. Tea included!
Whether you're brand new to meditation or building a steadier practice, this welcoming course covers everything you need to begin. Guided step by step by experienced instructor Joel Kreisberg, you'll learn the fundamentals in a supportive group setting. No prior experience required — just curiosity and a willingness to show up.
Curious about AI? Already using it and want to share what you’ve learned? Join us for AI Circle at The Spark.
Mapping Out Your Musical is a comprehensive course that takes you from the spark of a musical idea all the way to a showcase. Together, we'll explore the nitty-gritty of every step in creating a musical and dive into the world of workshopping and development.
Mapping Out Your Musical is a comprehensive course that takes you from the spark of a musical idea all the way to a showcase. Together, we'll explore the nitty-gritty of every step in creating a musical and dive into the world of workshopping and development.
RESTORE Leadership Academy is coming to The Spark! This in-depth education program unpacks the reality of climate change and the practical steps we can take to reduce its impacts and protect the communities we love.