Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

At Catholic Charities’ Celebration of Charity event, ShopRite Supermarkets delivered a check for $75,770 from its 11th annual Feeding Our Neighbors campaign—raising funds to support food pantries across the Hudson Valley.

The donation provided about 303,000 meals—helping local organizations fight hunger in nearby communities.

A study by Eton Venture Services revealed that in 2023 New Yorkers spent an average of $3,891 dining out, which made up 6.1% of the state's consumer spending — the data came from the BEA and the Census.

New York ranked fifth among states for per capita dining expenditures.

Metro-North's Breakneck Ridge station in Putnam County will close for two years as construction starts today to upgrade the station and build the Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail that will connect trailheads along the Hudson River—temporarily closing nearby hiking trails in the first phase.

Dutchess County Sheriff Kirk Imperati will offer a free one-day New York Safe Boating Course at the DCSO Headquarters (108 Parker Avenue) on Saturday, April 26 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) so boaters can learn to follow Brianna’s Law and obtain the required Boating Safety Certificate.

DCSO Marine Patrol deputies will teach the course to ensure safe and lawful operation of motorized vessels.

Met Live In HD - Le Nozze di Figaro

1:00-2:30 PM — Ulster Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices may vary — Experience Mozart's timeless comedy in a live transmission from the Metropolitan Opera.

Almost Queen Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Bardavon — Ticketed event — Experience the magic and iconic music of Queen through the tribute band Almost Queen.

Mama Mingle Baby Expo

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Gold's Gym — Free entry — Explore prenatal and postnatal resources while your kids enjoy fun activities.

The Australian Pink Floyd Show

2-10:30 PM — MJN Convention Center — Ticket prices may vary — Celebrate Pink Floyd's anniversaries with a spectacular tribute show.

Mother's Day Brunch Buffet

9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Shadows on the Hudson — $52.95 per person — Shower Mom with love and enjoy a delightful brunch buffet filled with a variety of delicious options.

Leonid and Friends Live Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Bardavon — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sound of Chicago and more with the incredible 11-piece band Leonid & Friends.