Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

Costco stores in New York enforced a strict VIP hour on Sept.

2 that lets only Executive Members shop early—9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on weekdays and 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Saturdays—while other members must wait until 10 a.m., and they raised the Executive Membership fee from $120 to $130, leaving many shoppers upset.

Hyde Park Police arrested a 60-year-old Queens woman at Pine Woods Spa (7 Pine Woods Road) after community members complained about illegal massage services; she is charged with felony unauthorized practice of a profession and misdemeanor prostitution and will appear in court on Sept. 4.

Ila M. Janus, a 29-year-old wanted on an active bench warrant, was arrested in LaGrange on Saturday, Aug.

30 during a traffic stop on the Taconic Parkway after officers found about 72.3 grams of fentanyl and 10.8 grams of heroin in her possession—she now faces drug charges and is scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday, Sept. 23.

The Hudson Valley is set to host a range of live music events this September as local and national acts perform in venues from Assembly Kingston to Bethel Woods—highlighted by Icelandic band múm’s performance at Hudson Hall on Sept.

20 and Tubby’s free anniversary series from Sept. 22 to 28.

New York State public high schools will add three new holidays for the 2025-2026 school year—Diwali on October 20, Asian Lunar New Year on February 17, and Eid al-Adha on May 26—giving students and teachers a scheduled day off for each observance.

Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino introduced Cultivating Dutchess—an online hub that will help local farmers access resources like farmland protection and county grants—at the annual Agricultural Forum held on August 20.

The county also named Amanda Bergin as the new Agricultural Navigator to assist farmers in finding support services.

The Marauder’s Market

11 AM – 5 PM — Poughkeepsie Elks Lodge #275 — Free entry — Explore a vibrant market featuring 50+ artists, authors, and vendors, including a special appearance by Goosebumps artist Tim Jacobus.

Hudson Valley Speed Dating Event for Singles in Their 30s and 40s

7-9 p.m. — Zeus Brewing Company — Ticket required — Enjoy the thrill of meeting potential matches in a lively and friendly atmosphere.

Fall Home & Lifestyle Show 2025

Sept 19-21 — Poughkeepsie Galleria — Check for entry fees — Explore the latest trends in home furnishings and gardening at this international exhibition.

Paint & Sip Night at Crew Restaurant and Bar

6:30-9 p.m. — Crew Restaurant & Bar — Ticketed event — Create art with friends while sipping on delicious wine and enjoying appetizers.

Dutchess County Classic

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Dutchess Community College — Registration fees apply — Celebrate the beauty of the Hudson Valley with races for all ages at the 47th Annual Mid-Hudson Road Runners Club event.