FALL FOLIAGE BOAT CRUISE

To purchase tickets, please click here!

Get your HOOP on with Spinstress! @ Hudson Family Pride Day

Come give it a spin for health, for peace, for fun with the Spinstress! Enjoy a series of games for the little ones at 12:30-1 and again from 2:30-3. Then shake what your mama gave you for adults at 1:30-2pm. Laughter guaranteed. Hoops available for sale!

Learn more at www.spinstresshoops.com Demonstratsions, Classes and Performances all day long at the Family Pride Day Street Festival!

Hedda Lettuce this weekend in Hudson !!

Hedda Lettuce will be performing at Stageworks tomorrow night - Friday - June 17th - alternating with the Hudson Pride boat cruises!

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at http://www.stageworkshudson.org

ALSO - catch Hedda at the cabaret at Club Helsinki on Saturday between 5-10pm!  Hedda will be on at 7:30pm, and before helping Hudson's very own, GIRLGANTUA, MC the evening.

It's going to be a FABULOUS Hudson Pride!

See ya!
Trix

Mother Fletcher Performing Saturday at Hudson Pride Rally!

With a generous sponsorship from Hudson's very own Cafe Le Perche, Hudson Pride would like to welcome Mother Fletcher !

Mother Fletcher is an eclectic and unique mix of ska, rock and reggae. Their special blend of music brings together sounds and styles from all over the world; with the creative use of such instruments as the harmonium out of the far east, to the sardonic sounds of the violin. Mother Fletcher layers on top notch percussion, free style beat box, trumpet, and an array of dubbed out crazy sounds.

Come hangout in the Beer Garden on the beautiful Hudson River sponsored by Wunderbar & Bistro and enjoy all the amazing bands lined up for you!

IMPORTANT BOAT TICKET ANNOUNCEMENT!

All boat tickets must be purchased & picked up at PM Wine Bar 119 Warren St. Hudson. 518.828.2833 contact@pmwinebar.com

NO tickets will be mailed out as of today - Thurs. June 16.

There will be a cash bar on the boat & light fare provided by the Hudson Pride Foundation.

See you on the water!!!

The Second Annual Hudson Pride Festival on Rural Intelligence

One year ago, Hudson became the undisputed LGBT capital of the Rural Intelligence region with the inaugural Hudson Pride Parade and Festival. Galvanized by the surprising and groundbreaking election of Hudson High School seniors Charlie Ferrusi and Timmy Howard as prom queen and king (who were... read more

Hudson Family Pride Welcomes Cowgirl Philly!

Come see the furious and fast whip-cracking skills of Cowgirl Philly from Buckaroo Bindlestiff's Wild West Jamboree. Cowgirl Philly hits the Promenade Park Stage at 1pm on Sunday at Family Pride Day following the Ramblin Jug Stompers at noon. A perfect paring!

PrePhab spinning at Helsinki on Saturday 5-10pm!

We love PrePhab! Thank you for coming up from Poughkeepsie to Hudson!

Love,

Trix

DJ duo PrePhab started their dance music journey in the great clubs of Manhattan's 1990's. After a decade of DJing in NYC, they now bring their unique blend of House and Pop, the Old and the New, to the Hudson Valley every week.
Currently based in Poughkeepsie, Ryan Doughty and Joshua Taylor continue to energize dancefloors both gay and straight. PrePhab is honored to be opening for Ted Patterson at this year's Hudson Pride in Club Helsinki.

The Bee's Knees in Hudson Selling 2 Moms 2 Dads t-shirts For Pride

The Bee's Knees in Hudson is a proud supporter of Hudson Pride and to commemorate the month of June as Pride month is displaying proudly and selling these adorable and moving t-shirts in both childrens and adult sizes. Quantities & sizes are limited so make sure you stop by The Bee's Knees at 302 Warren Street in Hudson & pick yours up.

Featuring a blend of upscale and affordable clothing, toys and gifts for infants and children, with an eye toward eco-friendliness, The Bee's Knees is a must stop in Hudson and is just one of the many vendors & supporters that are a part of making Hudson Pride a success.

Storytellers, Music & MORE!

Musician Shelly Ley joins Family Pride Day!

Shelly Ley has studied classical vocal music for more than 20 years and has performed in some of the world’s great concert halls, from New York City’s Carnegie Hall and Avery Fisher Hall to Sacre Couer in Paris.

Ms. Ley’s performance experience ranges from opera and musical theatre to folk music with guitar and dulcimer.

Come see her June 19th at Family Pride Day in Hudson in the Childrens Music Tent from 12-5. Kids can explore multiple sounds and instruments, sing and dance. We're very excited to have her!

To see more visit http://www.shellyley.com/

Family Pride Day announces Chalk Fest!

                    One of the many events going on for Family Pride Day

Mr. HUD CITY - Sean Delaney at Hudson Pride 2011!!

Sean considers himself a pioneer for the genre of hip-hop music. His slogan Positive Hip-Hop Changing The World says it all ! His compassion for helping people has evolved into a personal mission to heal the world and spread a positive message. He creates music that not only makes you feel good, but could ultimately change your life.

Out of this passion has come many significant breakthroughs for his career.

Sean is quite the entrepreneur. He has created six independent full length albums, has traveled around the country promoting his song on Autism “Open Your Eyes”, which is sure to be the most popular song on disability ever written. He is rapidly building a foundation that will last for lifetimes.

The world needs to know that self-expression in rap form does not have to be pinned down to negative topics and Sean Delaney is at the forefront of this change. Sean is a breath of fresh air at a time when we are in desperate need of a solution.

Sean Delaney

Parade Update

Hello all:
Parade particpants will line up on 7th Street in Hudson beginning at 10AM, June 18th at the intersection of Warren Street.

Find a "Hudson Pride Volunteer" (holding a clip-board) at the Parade Rally Point: Park Falafel and Pizza, 11 North 7Th Street, Hudson, NY.

Soon we will have a new tab on www.hudsonpride.com dedicated to the parade line-up and details.

In advance of Friday, June 17th please find the Parade Application on the right of this page and fax or email it to me: brad.poster@hudsonpridefoundation.org. | Fax 518-822-9386

I am available by cell phone at 518-755-2155.

Thank you! Brad

Isis Vermouth at Hudson Pride 2011!!

We are very happy to have Isis come to Hudson again this year!! Thank you, doll!

-Trix
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Isis Vermouth is the illegitimate drag child of the infamous Lady Esther Gin. A self proclaimed goth goddess, and shape shifter. Isis Vermouth can be anything or anyone at any time. Her wide variety of looks and theme inspired parties have been a staple of the Hudson Valley night life for over Seven years. Dark and Demented to Bright and Crazy. Her looks have drawn the attention of many.

She Hosts monthly parties in Albany and Poughkeepsie called the Ego Parties. Bringing in the biggest drag divas from Lady Bunny, to Sherry Vine. She also performs along side some of RuPauls Drag race contestants such as Mimi Imfurst, Stacy Layne Matthews, and Carmen Carrera. She also helps plan and promote the Hudson Valley Pride March in New Paltz. You can find her at all of the hottest parties and events in the Hudson Valley. Either hosting them or just having a fabulous time.

For more info email her at isisvermouth@yahoo.com or find her on facebook

The Duchess Ivanna Douche at Hudson Pride 2011!

Duchess Ivanna has been performing for 24 years in the Capital District. She started performing with the Empress of Albany, Hazel, back in 1987. Last year she was second runner up for the Face of Pride for Capital Pride and is the current Miss ROCKS! She performed at Hudson Pride last year and is really looking forward to it again this year!

Duchess Ivanna on facebook.

blue cashew in Rhinebeck to host Tea Dance May 21

The fabulous boys at blue cashew are gracefully hosting a Tea Dance in beautiful Rhinebeck as an awareness of Hudson Pride to the Dutchess County Contingency and beyond.

This event is going to be fabulous. The food is being catered by Gigi Hudson Valley, who made the wedding cake for Chelsea Clinton last summer, the awesome DJ John Martin of Superior Sounds in Poughkeepsie will be the DJ. In addition, there will be a signature cocktail.
10% of purchases at this event will go towards Hudson Pride.
When: May 21
Time: 4-7PM
Location: blue cashew, 6423 Montgomery Street, Rhinebeck, NY
T: 845.876.1117
Web: www.bluecashewkitchen.com

Boat Cruise for Hudson Pride - Friday, June 17th

This year, the Hudson Pride Boat Cruise will be on the Dutch Apple Cruises!


There are still more boat ticket available!  Please, buy your boat tickets now.
(This year, it's a bargain. 3 hours for $30. Last year, it was $25 for 2 hours.)

We sold out last year!
Ya snooze, ya looze, folks. Don't say I didn't warn you.
Buy your tickets here or at p.m. Wine Bar
6-9pm SUNSET CRUISE - with DJ LISA
9-12am MOONLIGHT CRUISE - with DJ GIO!!!
Both cruises will feature a performance by the lovely and talented Hudsonian artists, "Charmed & Dangerous"!!
We are very happy to have them aboard!

-Trix

Penny Larceny at Hudson Pride 2011!

We are happy to have Ms. Larceny at Hudson Pride this year!!
Penny is helping us at Hudson Pride make sure that the Capital District represents - here in Columbia County! She's a fabulous, funny performer, and a good friend. Thank you, Penny.

Welcome back to Hudson!

-Trix

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Penny began performing almost a decade ago and since then has become known as one of Albany's "finest entertainers", by Miss Lady Bunny. She has performed from Maryland to Provincetown and most of the places in between. Miss Larceny is very proud to have been part of the inaugural pride celebrations in Hudson in 2010. She looks forward to what 2011 brings to Hudson.

www.pennylarceny.com

Hudson Pride Foundation announces etsy as key sponsor of family pride

Hudson Pride weekend taking shape

Hudson, NY, April 30, 2011 - The Hudson Pride Foundation is proud to announce that Etsy has agreed to partner with the Foundation by agreeing to be a key sponsor for the Hudson Pride “Family Pride Day”, scheduled for Sunday, June 19 from 12 – 5 in Hudson, NY.

Etsy, the world’s handmade marketplace, recently opened an office in Hudson in the old Cannonball Factory, located on Columbia St. & 4th.

The third weekend in June will mark the 2nd annual Hudson Pride event, 3 days of celebration for the whole community.

For more information about the Hudson Pride Foundation, please visit www.hudsonpridefoundation.org.

About the Hudson Pride Foundation:
The Hudson Pride Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that awards under-graduate scholarships to meritorious students in Columbia County, NY who are marginalized due to sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression as well as students who have demonstrated a real commitment to promoting & supporting LGBT equal rights. Supported & staffed entirely by volunteers, the Hudson Pride Foundation aims to foster awareness of LGBT issues, work for equality, and be a positive resource for the community.

About Etsy:
Etsy is an online marketplace for handmade goods, vintage items and craft supplies. The Etsy community offers millions of unique items from sellers in more than 150 countries. Etsy connects shoppers with independent creators and designers to find inspiring handmade goods, while providing artists and makers a platform on which to build their own businesses.

For more information, please contact:
Hudson Pride Foundation
603 Warren St. Suite 201
Hudson, NY 12534
Attn: Martha Harvey
917-715-7623
martha@hudsonpridefoundation.org
www.hudsonpridefoundation.org

Etsy
Kaya Weidman
774-994-1686
kaya@etsy.com

We are accepting parade applications for entries into the 2011 Hudson Pride Parade

The parade will be on Saturday June 18th, starting at noon on Warren Street at 7th street. To register your group, vehicle, or association go to www.hudsonpride.com and find the 2011 Parade Application Form on the home page. A complete calendar of Hudson Pride Weekend Events and Family Pride Day are on this website.

For more information about the 2011 Hudson Pride Parade call Brad Poster, Executive Director of the United Way of Columbia and Greene Counties at 518-755-2155, or email at Brad@HudsonPrideFoundation.org.

There are still plenty of sponsorship opportunities available and many places to volunteer. For more information email Trixie at Trixie@HudsonPrideFoundation.org.

For more information about Family Pride Day on Sunday June 19th email Brittany at Brittany@HudsonPrideFoundation.org, Family Pride Day Committee Chairperson.

Family Pride announces author Judi Barrett *Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs* to attend

Hudson's Family Pride Day is shaping up to be an event not to miss! On June 19, 2011 Hudson will be having its first Family Pride Day, a community street festival from 12-4. As eclectic and cultured as Hudson is, this event is proving to follow closely in its footsteps.

Performing on our rainbow stage at the bottom of Warren Street at 2pm is Grammy Nominated Uncle Rock! Winner of the Parent's Choice Award & Amazon's Top 10 Children's CD.

Author Judi Barrett, Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs (Sony created a feature film nominated for Best Animated Picture) will be reading in the Storytellers tent and signing copies of her book.

Also performing is The Ramblin Jug Stompers (you've never seen a washboard & banjo played like this) Family Pride will also have our very own Carnival featuring Bounce Houses, Homer The Clown Dunk Tank, Carnival booths with Carnival games, free snow cones, popcorn & cotton candy, face painters, mimes. Chow down on some locally grown produce, visit the food tent featuring sample meals from many of the famed area's restaurants.

Don't have kids? Strap a leash on Snookie your Labradoodle and come on down to send off Hudson Pride weekend with a bang!

Hudson Pride Foundation on Rural Intelligence

Last year, the newly formed Hudson Pride Foundation organized its first annual parade in less than six weeks.  The organization has been making plans for this year’s pride festival ever since, and Peter Frank hosted a fundraiser at his beautiful Hudson house last weekend to recruit sponsors and sell early tickets.
Read full article and see party photos.

Hudson Pride 2011 Grand Marshal Announcement!

The Hudson Pride Foundation is extremely pleased to announce that Mr. Ross Levi, Executive Director of the Empire State Pride Agenda, has graciously agreed to be the Grand Marshal for this years Hudson Pride Parade event, Saturday, June 18.

Ross D. Levi is the Executive Director of the Empire State Pride Agenda and Foundation, New York’s statewide civil rights organization committed to achieving equality and justice for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) New Yorkers and our families. Splitting his time between Albany and New York City, Ross oversees the Pride Agenda, Inc.’s legislative and political activities, as well as the education and community organizing work of the Empire State Pride Agenda Foundation. The Pride Agenda is New York’s largest statewide LGBT civil rights organization with an almost $4 million budget and 25 full-time staff.

The Register Star Online: Hudson Pride announces 2011 programs

By Jamie Larson
Hudson-Catskill Newspapers
Published: Monday, March 21, 2011 2:07 AM EDT

HUDSON — The Hudson Pride Foundation, a local nonprofit citizens group that promotes and plans events and initiatives in support of greater tolerance for people of all sexual orientations (and ages), has announced a host of upcoming programs for 2011. Read full article

2011 The Register Star Online

Hudson Pride Foundation held gala fundraiser at the home of Peter Frank

This past Saturday, the Hudson Pride Foundation held a gala fundraiser at the home of Peter Frank, where HPF President Rich Volo (also known as popular Hudson drag queen Trixie Starr) spoke about what’s been expanded from a simple parade to three days of events June 17, 18 and 19 in Hudson.

Footage by HPF Executive Director Martha Harvey, who stressed said the organization has purposefully left the word "gay" out of the name of the parade and foundation to show that the organization, and event, is about "bringing people together, not singling people out."

Hudson Pride Foundation 3/12/11 Press Conference

Press Conference - held Sunday March 12 at Club Helsinki Hudson.
Lots of exciting announcements were made! Check out the video.