Open to the community
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.

















