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Library offers Roots Theater Class for children

WHAT: Roots Theater Class WHEN: Oct. 4, 11, 18 and 25 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. WHERE: Gardiner Library, 133 Farmer’s Turnpike, Gardiner

DETAILS: The library is offering the Roots Theater Class. Roots Theater, led by Jacqueline Fifield, is a four-week program that allows children to explore self-expression, creative thinking and collaboration through theater-based activities. It enables them to develop confidence, life skills, and promotes social and emotional growth using song, movement, vocal exercises, storytelling and theater-based art (such as costume, set design and puppets). The cost is $50. A $10 deposit is required by Sept. 27, with the balance due on Oct. 4. This is a drop-off class, but parents and caregivers are welcome to stay if needed.

CONTACT: Stop at the library to register for the class. Call (845) 255-1255 or visit gardinerlibrary.org or the library’s Facebook page for more information.

Hudson River tugs focus of lecture

WHAT: “Follow the River” lecture series event WHEN: Sept. 28 at 7 p.m.

WHERE: Riverport Wooden Boat School at the Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston

DETAILS: Museum Curator Allynne Lange will deliver a lecture titled “Hudson River Tugs: Then & Now.” A donation of $5 is suggested.

CONTACT: Call (845) 338-0071, ext. 15, or visit hrmm.org for more information.