Daily Freeman (Kingston, NY)

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Bocce Tournament in Hudson

WHAT: Rocky Romano Bocce Tournament WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 10. Court assignment­s at 9 a.m.; event starts at 10 a.m. WHERE: 27 Bridge Sy., Hudson

DETAILS: Annual Rocky Romano Bocce Tournament features rolling and ricochetin­g bocce balls and plenty of trash-talking. For many Italian-Americans, bocce represents a reminder of days gone by and a way to continue celebratin­g their heritage. Bocce, pronounced casually as bot-chi, can be traced to ancient Egypt and the Roman Empire. Bocce developed into its current form in Italy and is played throughout the world, particular­ly where Italians have immigrated. Pre-registrati­on is $15, Day of event registrati­on is $20. per two-person team (mixed teams allowed). CONTACT: Call (518) 8281250 for more informatio­n.

Teddy Thompson performs at Clermont

WHAT: Teddy Thompson concert

WHEN: Saturday, July 27, at 6:30 p.m.

WHERE: Clermont State Historic Site, 1 Clermont Ave., Germantown

DETAILS: Teddy Thompson, son of duo Richard and Linda Thompson, has released six studio albums and will release a seventh in early 2020. Originally from England and now a resident of Brooklyn, Thompson’s musical influences include Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley, and the Everly Brothers and his current style is a mix of folk, rock, pop, and country.

CONTACT: Tickets are $10/ advance and $15/door. Children 12 and under are free but must be reserved. To purchase tickets, visit www. friendsofc­lermont.org.

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