Hudson Valley Documentary Club
Join us at DocuClub HV for a night of documentary screenings of works-in-progress (trailers, samples, and rough cuts) for feedback. Food and drink available for purchase.
Good Work: A Series, with Nikki Volpicelli
Join writers in all genres as they read from works in progress. Signs up are first come first serve, with 7-10 minutes per reader. Guests and readers are encouraged to stick around after the event to shop, have a drink, and discuss work.
Sign up in person or online
*If signups fill up, we’ll add you to the top of the list next month
Live Music: Xondra & Starling Annie
Born and raised in New York, Xondra transforms her personal journey into emotive, genre-blending music. Her sound blends indie pop, folk, and rock elements, creating songs that are intimate yet universal, exploring longing, growth, and self-discovery.
Her new album, Good Things Take Time, is a raw and introspective exploration of heartbreak, resilience, and personal evolution.
To celebrate its release Xondra will be playing acoustically across the Northeast, from New York City to Philadelphia and beyond, bringing her storytelling-driven performances to audiences near and far.
Hudson Valley folk singer with a timeless sound, and affecting, gentle melodies.
Listen HERE
Teacher Appreciation Night
With another school year upon us, we’d like to take an evening to recognize and celebrate the hard work of educators throughout the region.
Swing by with your colleagues, flash those ID badges to get a special, teachers-only happy hour at the bar, receive an extra 5% discount on top of our standing 10% teacher discount on books (did you know?!) and enjoy free giveaways and prizes.
Live Music: Tattercoats
Tattercoats is the wife-and-husband folk duo of Ned Joyner and Charlotte Wager-Miller. Their repertoire spans centuries and continents: from Old World ballads and Appalachian traditionals to country standards and folk revival classics. Described as sounding “like a warm, comforting bowl of soup,” they draw from their southern Indiana roots to forge a style that is both earthy and refined—rooted in tradition and distinguished by “breathtaking tight vocal harmonies.”
Live Music: Gia Walton
Gia Walton has been making music since she picked up her first guitar at age 11. Her musical journey has included guitar, bass, lead and backup vocals, and now the instrument that brings her the most joy, the ukulele. Performing throughout the Hudson Valley, Catskills, and Northeast Pennsylvania, Gia brings an eclectic mix of familiar favorites and unexpected songs spanning decades and genres. All with her own ukulele twist. Her style is perfect for settling in with a great cup of coffee, catching up with friends, tapping your toes, and singing along.
Romance Book CLub Meetup
Join the Facebook group for the latest updates, chats, and book selection polls.
Backroads Book Club w. Michele Frazier
This summer and fall, Michele Frazier’s Backroads Book Club will bring neighbors together across NYS Senate District 51 to read The Rural Voter and have meaningful conversations about our communities, our challenges, and our future.
The Common Good is honored to host Michele and our reading community to talk about the issues raised in The Rural Voter: The Politics of Place and the Disuniting of America. This is one book club you won’t want to miss.
Grab a copy at TCG for 10% off, or borrow one from the library.
Music for Humanity, Free Concert Series: Featuring Rob Cannillo
On the second Friday night of each month we present a free concert featuring the finest musicians in the Hudson Valley and beyond. For August our featured artist is Rob Cannillo
Rob Cannillo is a singer/songwriter whose gritty vocal style and distinctive Americana compositions speak from the heart, engaging thousands of listeners across the U.S.
A frequent performer at festivals and fundraisers, Rob has played a collection of renowned venues ranging from The Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville, The Turning Point in Piermont, NY, The Stephen Talkhouse in Amagansett, NY, The Falcon in Marlboro, NY, The Town Crier in Beacon NY, The Cutting Room in NYC, The Bitter End and more. Rob has opened for international recording artists including Steve Forbert, Artimus Pyle, New Riders of the Purple Sage, Members of Bad Compay, G.E. Smith and more.
Find out more HERE
This is a Free Event. Tips/donations are accepted.
Fiction Book Club Meetup
TCG Fiction Club tackles it’s first thriller! Come join in on the fun.
Live Music: Wild Swan Band
The Wild Swan Band performs Acoustic Celtic-Americana contemporary and traditional songs with some smoking instrumental jigs & reels thrown into the mix. The band are long-time friends who have lived and played up and down the Hudson Valley for decades at venues big and small; Irish sessions, Festivals, Holiday Specials, both individually and collectively. Sarah Underhill on vocals is a long-time Clearwater associate, performing and recording with Pete Seeger. Meanwhile, Ian Worpole on guitar, Jon Garelick mandolin, T.G. Vanini fiddle, Robert Bard stand-up bass read each others minds when they come together to play, and add tight vocal harmonies to Sarah's transcendent voice. Look for us on Facebook: Wild Swan Band
First Fridays Happy Hour
Kick off the holiday weekend with $1 off wines, NY Beers, and $3 off cocktails from 4-6pm
Live Music: Marianne Osiel & School Girl Crush
Double bill Magic!
We are delighted to welcome singer/songwriter Marianne Osiel back to the TCG stage. Osiel crafts melodic, roots-inspired songs, and her energetic and emotive performances are not to be missed.
"Marianne has a gift for very original songwriting combined with a beautiful voice - Dave Sancious, Keyboardist (Eric Clapton)
Joining Osiel will be School Girl Crush. School Girl Crush is an award-winning songwriter, vocalist & multi-instrumentalist. Her songs describe personal and relatable experiences, weaving an intimacy that compels contemplation and invites the listener to sing along with soaring vocals and rich harmonies. She leans into authenticity, speaking honestly about queerness, mental health, love, family & more. When she’s not writing, she’s in the recording studio or working on her other creative pursuits. Her music can be found here: https://schoolgirlcrush.bandcamp.com/music and the rest of her links here: www.linktr.ee/_schoolgirlcrush_
Good Work: A Series, with Nikki Volpicelli
Join writers in all genres as they read from works in progress. Sign up are first come first serve, with 7-10 minutes per reader. Guests and readers are encouraged to stick around after the event to shop, have a drink, and discuss work.
Sign up in person or online
*If signups fill up, we’ll add you to the top of the list next month
Author Visit: Deirdre Sinnott
Join us for an evening with historical fiction author Deirdre Sinnott as she celebrates her latest novel, The Loyalist's Wife.
“It’s 1777 in New York’s fertile Mohawk Valley, and tenant farmers Jane and Philip Hopper have very different ideas about the war for independence that has consumed the 13 colonies. To Philip, rebellion against the king is appalling. But Jane, recovering from the death of a newborn son, has taken solace from the hope embedded in the simple phrase “the pursuit of happiness.”
The war comes home when Philip is arrested for his Loyalist views and then escapes, leaving Jane to fend for herself. She is brought before the Patriot’s Commission to Detect and Defeat Conspiracies. One wrong move could land her in the Watchhouse. Help comes in the form of Lady Prudence Safford who puts Jane under her protection. However, it is not without cost.
With its rich panorama of characters, including a Hessian deserter, Jane’s alcoholic brother, and his wife, a member of the Oneida Indian Nation, The Loyalist’s Wife presents a unique perspective on America’s War of Independence. It is a timely and thrilling tale of American history and personal integrity.”
Bookstore Romance Day
Celebrate Bookstore Romance Day with discounted Blind Date with a Book deals, free prizes, and a raffle to win a hardcover copy of Done and Dusted by Lyla Sage—complete with bonus material. 💖
Music for Humanity, Free Concert Series: Featuring Kyle Hancharick
On the second Friday night of each month we present a free concert featuring the finest musicians in the Hudson Valley and beyond. For August our featured artist is Kyle Hancharick.
Kyle Hancharick is a singer songwriter From Warwick New York. His roots are firmly planted in contemporary folk music. Kyle takes in the world, processes it, and turns it into song with his own special touch. Music for Humanity has known Kyle since he’s eight years old. He was better than most people at the open mics back then. Now, he’s as good as touring professionals.
Find out more here: https://kylehancharick.com/index.html
This is a Free Event. Tips/donations are accepted.
Herbal Study Group
Come by for the inaugural meeting of the Herbal Study Group, led by Adriana Magaña.
First Fridays Happy Hour
Kick off the holiday weekend with $1 off wines, NY Beers, and $3 off cocktails from 4-6pm
Fiction Book Club Meetup
Join us to chat about Meg Charlton’s debut novel, Voyagers!
And make sure to swing through Sunday, August 8 from 4-5 when Meg Charlton visits The Common Good to sign books and talk all things Voyagers.
Good Work: A Series, with Nikki Volpicelli
Join writers in all genres as they read from works in progress. We are excited to welcome Cara Benson, who will be reading from her debut work, An Armsfull of Birds. Signs up are first come first serve, with 7-10 minutes per reader. Guests and readers are encouraged to stick around after the event to shop, have a drink, and discuss work.
Sign up in person or online
*If signups fill up, we’ll add you to the top of the list next month
Live Music: Soulful Guitar w. Richard Rice
Don't miss renowned Texas guitarist and singer-songwriter Richard Rice as he brings his signature blend of exceptional musicianship, heartfelt original songs, and beloved classic favorites to The Common Good. Known for his dynamic performances and soulful guitar work, Richard creates an engaging musical experience that connects with audiences of all ages, helping celebrate the spirit, culture, and community of the Borscht Belt.
Cindy Lou sings bessie smith
Step back into the golden age of the blues as an incredible Bessie Smith tribute artist brings the legendary "Empress of the Blues" to life! With a voice full of soul, power, and passion, this unforgettable performance celebrates one of America's most influential musical icons, whose groundbreaking style helped shape blues and jazz for generations.
(Note: Cindy Lou returns for a second set from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM).
Borscht Belt Fest: Laughing with Dummies: Unpacking the History & Humor of Ventriloquism
Explore how ventriloquism shaped the voice and the wit of a nation with Al Getler, a seasoned ventriloquist who runs the Vent Haven International Ventriloquist Convention, and Kelly Benning, the daughter of comedic genius Rickie Layne, whose Yiddish-inflected Velvel, appeared dozens of times on the Ed Sullivan Show.
Velvel, recently restored, will come out of retirementment on the West Coast to join the event!
Moderated by pop culture historian Ron MacCloskey.
Tickets available HERE
Author Meet & Greet: Joel Dinerstein
Join us during the Borscht Belt Festival for a special meet & greet with acclaimed cultural historian Joel Dinerstein as he celebrates the release of The Last of the Ellis Island Jews: A Brooklyn Memoir. Through funny, heartfelt stories spanning four generations, Dinerstein explores immigration, identity, family, and the changing face of New York, capturing a world that is quickly disappearing from living memory.
Stop by to meet the author, chat about the book, and have your copy signed.
Borscht Belt Fest: "Before Woodstock: The Music of The Original Catskills Counterculture."
This panel focuses on the music that "Progressive" Jews in the mountains played, sang, and listened to from the 1930s onward — union songs, Spanish Civil War songs, peace songs, lullabies, songs of love, songs of protest, songs for a hopeful future, songs in English, Yiddish, Russian & Spanish. We'll listen, and we'll talk about this music as part of the larger cultural project — for every set of social movements needs a soundtrack.
Tickets can be bought HERE
Live Music: Justin Cole, Amanda Jerry, Charles Bollin
Justin Cole is a Port Jervis-based singer-songwriter whose thoughtful blend of indie folk and Americana pairs memorable melodies with deeply personal storytelling.
Amanda Jerry has written scores and songs for short films, dance films, and theatrical productions. As a performer, she plays intimate singer/songwriter sets stacked with inventive covers and heartfelt originals
Charles Bollin is a musician based in Saugerties, New York, in the scenic Hudson Valley. A longtime local with deep roots in the area, Charles has become something of an undiscovered gem for visitors and residents alike — the kind of artist people in the know look forward to seeing and happily recommend to friends. He brings a warm, heartfelt energy to his solo acoustic performances, delivering fresh takes on beloved songs with skill and personality. Charles specializes in acoustic renditions of punk, post-punk, and new wave classics — think The Cure, Depeche Mode, The Clash, Bauhaus, and similar artists — along with a growing selection of his own original material. His style is intimate and engaging, perfect for intimate venues and special events. You’ll often find him playing around Saugerties and the broader Hudson Valley/Catskills region.
All ages Open Collage Workshop
Join us for a creative experience transforming recycled books and magazines into unique works of art. We will begin by scavenging for "sparks" in text and images, letting the found materials - rather than a rigid plan - drive the creative process. Through the relaxing process of cutting, tearing, and layering, a new visual narrative will unfold. No artistic experience is required to enjoy this low-pressure afternoon [or evening] of reimagining the printed word.
Step 1: Discovery. We begin with a curated scavenger hunt using recycled pages from books and magazines to gather images and words that resonate or just feel right. The goal is not to overthink, but to allow the materials to provide inspiration. Guests are also welcome to bring their own materials.
Step 2: Deconstruction. Using scissors or tearing, we will break the materials to be reassembled into a unique composition.
Step 3: Intuitive Assembly. As we begin to place and layer our selections, images and words will start to drive the process. Each element will inspire new combinations and arrangements allowing the composition to unfold in unexpected ways. Once we are satisfied with the placements, we'll begin gluing them down to bind everything into the finished piece.
$10 (cash or Venmo)