Each year we begin the preparations for Sinterklaas Festival Day with fun activities for all. Crowns & Branches as well as the Puppet Workshop are open to the community and free of charge; donations are welcome. Children & adults welcome. Lots of fun. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
CROWNS & BRANCHES Workshops
LOCATION: 3 Mulberry St. In the gym in the former Father Brogan Center and Good Shepherd Rectory
SCHEDULE:
Wednesday, November 29 2:30-6pm
Thursday, November 30 2:30 – 6 PM
Quiet Time
In the spirit of inclusivity, we have a large space (a gym) with areas that can be dedicated to neuro-divergent children and children with other special needs.
Consider Volunteering?
If you are interested and willing to help run Crowns and Branches please contact Joanna Hess (845-505-6397) or sign up online.
PUPPETMAKING WORKSHOPS
Join Sinterklaas puppeteers Alex Kahn and Sophia Michahelles for workday sessions to restore, remake, and create puppets for the Starlight Parade!
Help us make this year’s honored animal, the ANT! Bring color back to the Turtle! Give luster to the Peace Dove!
Workshops are geared towards adults and teens, and older children working with an adult are welcome!
Workshop space and exact times TBD
SCHEDULE
11:00am – 4:00pm
Friday, November 17
Saturday, November 18
Friday, November 24
Saturday, November 25
Sunday, November 26
Spots are limited and registration is required! To register for the puppet workshops, email processionalarts@gmail.com and we will be in touch.
WHERE: The Old Dutch Church, Uptown Kingston (corner of Wall and Main Streets)
WHAT: A Cocktail Reception and Silent Auction Fundraiser for Sinterklaas
Featuring hors d’oeuvres, wine & spirits, entertainment; a silent auction with holiday wreaths decorated by local artists, great gift certificates, and more!
JOIN US ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 2, 2023, RHINEBECK, NEW YORK
Sinterklaas is a day-long, colorful celebration that features children’s workshops, dance, theatre and music all over the village of Rhinebeck.
Don’t miss the Dancing Bear, the Pocket Lady, and Mother Holly, The Queen’s Court, the Dancing Ants!! The spectacular Children’s Starlight Parade at 6:00 pm, featuring two-story tall, animated puppets carried by hundreds of volunteers, closes the day at twilight.
A non-denominational event, Sinterklaas joins residents and visitors alike, people of all ages and backgrounds, in a memorable celebration of children, art, and the light of the winter season.
Be sure to grab a program booklet when you arrive so you know the whole story of Sinterklaas in the Mid-Hudson Valley. It will make for an even richer experience! Visit the ASK ME Ladies’ table in the center of town by the Beekman Arms.
In the meantime get a jump start on your plan for the day!!!
CROWNS & BRANCHES Children are at the heart of the Sinterklaas story! They are KINGS & QUEENS of the Day and we honor them in the Parade and the Pageant. Make sure they get a chance to make their crowns and adorn their branches for the evening events!
BEEKMAN ARMS OPENING CEREMONY with Jeanne Fleming, Creator of Sinterklaas! It will be dramatic, even operatic! See the Sinterklaas story come alive when you meet all of its characters in person. Special treats and lots of fanfare!!!
UPSTATE FILMS/BINDLESTIFF FAMILY CIRKUS presents “Paris, the Hip Hop Juggler”
WHERE: Rhinebeck Town Hall, 80 Market St. Rhinebeck, NY
SUPPORT LOCAL ARTISTS
The Annual Sinterklaas Craft Fair featuring 25 high quality craft artists and all the proceeds go to Sinterklaas!
Get your Holiday gift shopping done before Thanksgiving. Find something special for yourself!
The 2019 Artists showing include: Christina Baal, Martha Belardo, Morag Benepe, Karen Berelowitz, Kary Broffman, Elena Carey, Miani Carnevale, Rayna P. Clarke, Chrissy Cunningham, Pricilla DeConti, Deb Highly, Jeep Johnson, Nicole Jurain, Laura Kellar, Nia LaBonte, Evy Leonard, Robbie Puglisi, Sally Rothchild, Doreen Rymiewicz, Dorna Schroeder, Carla Shapiro, Susan Spivak, Barbara Tepper Levy and Phyliss West.
Jewelry • Knits • Photography • Pottery • Woodworkers • Cards • Glass • Prints • Baskets • 50/50 Raffle • AND So Much MORE!
Plus SINTERKLAAS!
Illuminated Stars • HandCrafted Sturgeon! • Flags
Follow the Craft Fair on Facebook for info on the artisans who will be there!
