The April meeting will begin at 9:00 am with a buffet breakfast to welcome the many new members who have joined the Grange recently, as well as those who have applied to join but not been inducted.  Full breakfast will be available buffet-style. At 10:00 am, our regular monthly business meeting will begin with the induction of new members. For remote participation, look for an email from the Secretary regarding how to connect online via Zoom.

"Mississippi Burning", based on true events, is a fictionalized version of the FBI's search for the killers of three civil rights workers in the South in 1964. Watch the trailer here. Starring Gene Hackman, Willam Dafoe and Frances McDormand, it was directed by Alan Parker and won an Academy Award for best cinematography. After the movie, stay for delicious soups, salad, bread, and dessert. Vegetarian options included. Made possible in part by Stewart’s Shops & The Ackerman Foundation, Inc. Movie by donation. Dinner $10.

Cold Chocolate is a genre-bending Americana band that fuses folk, funk, and bluegrass to create a unique sound all their own. Featuring Ethan Robbins on guitar, Ariel Bernstein on percussion, and backed by some of the root's music scene's finest players, this group from Boston is impressing audiences throughout New England and beyond. Punctuated by tight harmonies and skillful musicianship, and with a focus on songwriting, Cold Chocolate has quickly gained recognition for their original music and high-energy shows. The band has shared bills with Leftover Salmon and David Grisman, and regularly performs at venues and music festivals across the country. Made possible in part by Stewart’s Shops & The Ackerman Foundation, Inc. Tickets $20 at the door (or pay what you can).

In person at Grange Hall! All are welcome to perform - music, stories, skits, readings, poetry, dance, songs, etc. Or you can just come to relax and be entertained. This is a great venue for both beginning and veteran performers. This event is Free.

Ilana Meredith (vocals), Joe Rutkowski (piano & accordion), and local historian Jim Mackin invite you to explore the music of cinema. You’ll hear songs that won Academy Awards from the past 100 years of moviemaking, while Jim Mackin provides background about the songs and the movies they came from. There will be a 15 minute intermission, and reception following the show. This performance is sponsored in part by Stewarts Shops and the Ackerman Foundation. Tickets $20 at the door, or pay what you can.

Join us for a series of 3 children’s art making classes, for children ages 7 to 18. Grange members Liz Fenamore and Deborah Macheski will conduct a hands-on session where kids can learn to make their own creative projects. This class will be dedicated to the art of book making. Art supplies will be provided. Email cleo42002@yahoo.com to reserve a spot. Admission is $5.00 at the door.

Everyone's welcome to join in for an afternoon of creative music making - just for fun, join the jam! Bring an instrument, bring a song, bring your singing voice, and join with others in our music jam. For more info, contact Lenny Barham at lennybarham@gmail.com If you’re new to jamming, check this link out for info! This event is free; donations are welcome.

The Copake Conservation Advisory Committee and Copake Grange present an informational lecture on the many benefits of planting and maintaining native trees and shrubs along streams. Participants will also be provided with some tips for assessing the current health of their streamside areas, as well as resources to help maintain and improve the trees and shrubs along the streams nearby. The talk is led by Beth Roessler, Stream Buffer Coordinator for NYS DEC’s Hudson River Estuary Program, in collaboration with Cornell University’s Water Resources Institute. Since 2011, her work on the “Trees for Tribs” program has helped protect the water quality and wildlife in the tributary streams of the Hudson River. The program is made possible in part by Stewart's Shops and the Ackerman Foundation. This event is free and open to the public.

In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, the Grange Classic Film series presents "The Quiet Man", a 1952 romantic comedy-drama directed and produced by John Ford, starring John Wayne, Maureen O'Hara and Barry Fitzgerald.

After accidentally killing an opponent in the ring, boxer Sean Thornton leaves America and returns to his native Ireland, hoping to buy his family's homestead and live in peace. Instead, he falls in love with a fiery redhead, whose angry and spiteful brother tries to block the marriage.

The film features Winston Hoch's lush photography of the Irish countryside and won the Academy Award for Best Director and for Best Cinemotography. Classic Film Series organizer, Lenny Barham, will provide commentary and insights. Stay after the movie for dinner: soup, salad, bread and dessert. Movie admission is by donation. Dinner is $10.

Join us for a get-together of “play & meet” at Copake Grange. Families with young children are invited to meet other young families, and build lasting friendships. Come on by for a session of playtime, crafts, and conversation. Parents and little ones of all ages are welcome. This event is free, and donations are welcome.

Join us for an evening of song, storytelling, and soul. Inspired by the work of genre-bending artists like Joni Mitchell and Béla Fleck, Charissa writes music that “transports the listener to beautiful new worlds”. Charissa Hoffman (ukulele), Larry Cook (bass) and Harry Bartlett (guitar) come together with entrancing instrumentals, introspective lyrics, joyful harmonies, and witty banter. Paul McGee of Lonesome Highway says: “This is music that deserves a wide listenership and expands the Folk definition of composition and structure in song.” Made possible in part by Stewart’s Shops & The Ackerman Foundation, Inc. Tickets $20 at the door (or pay what you can).

This monthly members' meeting conducts the business of the Grange and its committees, inducts new members, and sets priorities for the future. Open to all members, and those who have previously applied for membership. This meeting will be in-person at Grange hall. Look for an email from the Secretary regarding online participation.

Presentation sponsored by Kathryn Levin and Kate Reese Hurd. Did you know that it is your choice as to which type of utility meter you use? This program is a public service to inform folks on the differences between the analog meters and the digital smart meters. It is a timely issue, as our utility companies are rolling out this infrastructure currently in the county. Investigate your options on which is the truly smart choice! Free and open to all.

An exciting evening of music from some of the area’s most talented musicians — from rock to blues, country to folk, improvisation to new wave. Last year’s event sold out, so don’t miss it. Come hear Weeeds (garage pop & good time pub rock with a unique cosmic country Copake Lake surf sound), Ruth Plumb (Chicago artist & musician now living in NYS), Berkshire Mountain Rambler (blues, folk, country, rock from the Berkshires & beyond), Soren Dietzel (saxophonist & songwriter with a groovy tonal vibe), and Lake Foundation (classic rock mixed with country & new wave). Made possible in part by Stewart’s Shops & The Ackerman Foundation, Inc. Tickets $20 at the door (or pay what you can).

In person at Grange Hall! All are welcome to perform - music, stories, skits, readings, poetry, dance, songs, etc. Or you can just come to relax and be entertained. This is a great venue for both beginning and veteran performers. This event is Free.

Everyone's welcome to join in for an afternoon of creative music making - just for fun, join the jam! Bring an instrument, bring a song, bring your singing voice, and join with others in our music jam. For more info, contact Lenny Barham at lennybarham@gmail.com If you’re new to jamming, check this link out for info! This event is free; donations are welcome.

Join us for a series of 3 children’s art making classes, for children ages 7 to 18. Grange members Liz Fenamore and Deborah Macheski will conduct a hands-on session where kids can learn to make their own creative projects. This class will be dedicated to how to make marbling paper. Art supplies will be provided. Email cleo42002@yahoo.com to reserve a spot. Admission is $5.00 at the door.

This monthly members' meeting conducts the business of the Grange and its committees, inducts new members, and sets priorities for the future. Open to all members, and those who have previously applied for membership. This meeting will be in-person at Grange hall. Look for an email from the Secretary regarding online participation.

In person at Grange Hall! All are welcome to perform - music, stories, skits, readings, poetry, dance, songs, etc. Or you can just come to relax and be entertained. This is a great venue for both beginning and veteran performers. This event is Free.

Join us for a series of 3 children’s art making classes, for children ages 7 to 18. Grange members Liz Fenamore and Deborah Macheski will conduct a hands-on session where kids can learn to make their own creative projects. This class will be dedicated to how to make collages. Art supplies will be provided. Email cleo42002@yahoo.com to reserve a spot. Admission is $5.00 at the door.

Everyone's welcome to join in for an afternoon of creative music making - just for fun, join the jam! Bring an instrument, bring a song, bring your singing voice, and join with others in our music jam. For more info, contact Lenny Barham at lennybarham@gmail.com If you’re new to jamming, check this link out for info! This event is free; donations are welcome.

Spice up your winter evening with a delicious variety of chili dishes, from vegetarian to venison, with all the toppings.  Take a taste of each one, vote on your favorite and see who wins prizes.  Best of all, dinner is already made!  Purchase chili to eat in or take out. A festive, filling evening! To enter, contestants should bring a large crock pot full of chili.  Please title your chili and list the ingredients. Prizes will be announced at 6:30pm. This event is made possible in part by Stewart's Shops and the Ackerman Foundation.

Do you love to dance? I mean, really LOVE-TO-DANCE? Join us for an evening of fun, where every song we play includes the words “LOVE” or “DANCE”! You can help us create the playlist by submitting a suggested dance tune that includes the words “Love” or “Dance” to tinyurl.com/JanuaryDance. This event is Free! (suggested donation $5). Refreshments will be served, and/or BYOB. (Guests are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item or hygiene product for donation to the Roe Jan Food Pantry & Taconic Hills Schools’ Care Closet.)

The January monthly meeting will begin early at 8:30 am with a breakfast celebration to welcome the many new members who have joined the Grange recently, as well as those who have applied to join but not been inducted.  Full breakfast will be available buffet-style.  Afterward there will be a short regular monthly meeting. Open to all members, and those who have previously applied for membership. This meeting will be in-person at Grange hall. Look for an email from the Secretary regarding online participation.

In person at Grange Hall! All are welcome to perform - music, stories, skits, readings, poetry, dance, songs, etc. Or you can just come to relax and be entertained. This is a great venue for both beginning and veteran performers. This event is Free.

All members are invited to gather for the lighting of the candles for the 4th night of Chanukah, the Festival of Lights.  It will include a "potluck" dinner, including latkes, jelly donuts, music, singing, games, stories, and maybe even a little dancing.  Please feel free to bring family and friends, as well as menorahs to light.  The event is free, but donations of holiday food to share will be most welcome, and donations of a little gelt for the Grange wouldn't hurt.  

Please RSVP to copakegrange@gmail.com by December 24th with the number of guests you intend to bring and whether you would like to bring your favorite holiday dish to share (dairy, vegetarian or parve only.  All food must be brought ready to serve.

Everyone's welcome to join in for an afternoon of creative music making - just for fun, join the jam! Bring an instrument, bring a song, bring your singing voice, and join with others in our music jam. For more info, contact Lenny Barham at lennybarham@gmail.com If you’re new to jamming, check this link out for info! This event is free; donations are welcome.

This monthly members' meeting conducts the business of the Grange and its committees, inducts new members, and sets priorities for the future. Open to all members, and those who have previously applied for membership. This meeting will be in-person at Grange hall. Look for an email from the Secretary regarding online participation.

You’re invited to stop by the Grange to share good cheer with your friends and neighbors, and enjoy hot chocolate, cider, holiday treats, live music and help us decorate the Grange tree. And participate in “CookieFest” — If you feel like baking, please make two dozen or so cookies.  Sample others, and take a few home with you.

In keeping with the holiday spirit, we encourage you to bring a donation for the Roe Jan Food Pantry, the Taconic Hills School Supply Closet (donate personal hygiene products and athletic/sweat pants in all sizes), or Taconic Hills Dollars for Scholars. This event is Free.