HudsonValleyGoodStuff

My last blog post before Irene shuts me down!

I have been so obsessed with The Weather Channel and Hudson Valley Weather's Facebook page this week that my husband says I could have a second career as a weather girl (or should I say meteorologist)? Thursday, I went to Home Depot in Kingston to buy a new flashlight and stock up on batteries. It wasn't very crowded. Today, I stocked up on feel-good junk food, pudding, tuna, and Cheerios at Hannafords. There is a buzz of worry in the air in the Hudson Valley, but most locals I've been speaking to feel like things will get back to normal  by Tuesday. My biggest worry is the downed trees. I'm so glad I didn't throw away two old Sony Walkmans I had. I just put fresh batteries in them, plugged in my iPhone earphones and presto--2 working radios!

Well, here are a few good articles on Hurricane Preparedness I found via my new Twitter friends @HudsonValleyWx (Alex Marra) and @njpanyweather (Steve Martino). Follow these weather experts for up-to-date info on the storm.

 That's it for now. I will probably lose power soon. Hang tough Hudson Valley. Stay home. Be safe! I will blog again when the sun comes out!

Trevor Zoo in Millbrook NY: Tranquil Family Fun & Quirky Animals

The Trevor Zoo in Middlebrook has been on my To-Visit list for awhile so yesterday the family and I had took a day trip to Middlebrook. According to the website, Middlebrook School is the only high school that oversees a zoo. At the Trevor Zo, you'll see over 180 exotic and indigenous animals, including 7 animals on the endangered species list like the red panda, and the red wolf.

I liked it because it is small enough to just walk around at your leisure, and you won't get exhausted with kids. It is a beautiful zoo with plenty of shade and lush trees and bushes.  (It's set on 6 acres of land). It's a perfect place to take kids on a damp, over-cast, rainy day as the lush trees protect you from the elements. It is very tranquil, quiet, and didn't seem too busy when I visited We walked around visiting the porcupine, red panda, lama, deer, and the emu. I didn't see the wallaby. Is he still there? Maybe he was busy. 

Afterwards we drove to Millbrook village and had a nice lunch at the Millbrook Deli. The village of Millbrook also has a very beautiful park with a nice playground. If I had more time, I'd check out Slammin Salmon or Charlotte's in Milbrook. I'd also like to go for a tasting at the Milbrook Winery one day soon. My To-Visit List gets longer every week. Hopefully, next time. For more information on the Trevor Zoo visit their website. 

REO Speedwagon Rocks the Dutchess County Fair in Rhinebeck!

 

 

 





REO Speedwagon rocked the Dutchess County Fair in Rhinebeck tonight to a very enthusiastic crowd. The crowd seemed very calm at the onset, but by 9pm they were all pumped up and let loose in the front row.  They played all their hits ("Take it on the run") and ("Keep on loving you") and ("Time for me to fly"). It wasn't until I joined all the trespassers in the front towards the end of the concert that I noticed the drummer was shirtless. Nothing shocking here, but the drummer looks like he is well into his 50s at least--just well-preserved! 

Working on uploading video footage from the REO Speedwagon. Will try and post later. If you are looking for something fun to do with your date or your family this week, and you're in the area--don't miss the Dutchess Fair.