Locally Grown Hudson Valley

With store shelves empty and schools closed for weeks, Hudson Valley families are faced with a new reality brought about by COVID 19. With the introduction of the virus, new anxieties arise as parents take on the responsibility of guiding and protecting their families throughout the coming few weeks. While adults worry about staying healthy, telecommuting and social distancing, toddlers have a whole separate but real set of worries. Whether it be a trip to the dentist, the hair salon, or just turning out the light for bedtime, their sense of discomfort can be overwhelming for an exasperated parent. Angela and Nicole discuss the tactics that have proven successful in the combat of both their own struggles with the current health crisis, as well as their child's fear of visiting the doctor's office for shots. Kristan McDade from The Underground Hair Salon (in The Land of Oz of Rhinebeck, NY) joins the show to discuss her approach for alleviating the fears in her younger patrons and creating an enjoyable experience for parent and child alike.

Some children sleep 12 hours...some children don't. From the 10 PM night owls to the 5 AM early birds; from the co sleepers to the cat nappers- Ro's got a (neatly executed) plan for that! Ang and Nicole focus on the art of sleep consulting with Ro Chickery of Infant Sleep Solutions. Somewhat surprisingly, sleep consulting isn't only reserved for the elite. Ro's goal is to create a customizable formula to lift the fog of sleep deprivation for families everywhere through the dedication she places on learning what make your child unique- and what makes them sleep through the night. 

Dive into a world of dancing polar bears and trick-playing grumpuses, circus performers, brass bands and streets filled with stars. On December 7, the village of Rhinebeck will be transformed into a scene straight from dreams, borrowing a page from the Old Dutch tradition of Sinterklaas. Meet Sinterklaas Hudson Valley Designer Jeanne Fleming as she spins the magical story of the tradition and shares the wonder of the early winter night when all denominations, cultures, and ages join hands together. Come along with Angela and Nicole as they attend a crowns and branches workshop in preparation for Festival day and get a behind the scenes look at what makes this community staple possible. Curious newcomer or devoted festival veteran, allow yourself to be transformed and transported into a snow covered meeting ground of the new and the old, where wishes are possible and children are kings and queens. For more information on Sinterklaas, including event schedule (both Kingston and Rhinebeck), crowns and branches workshops, and volunteer opportunities, check out: https://www.sinterklaashudsonvalley.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sinterklaasrhinebeck/ Instagram: sinterklaas_rhinebeck Music for this show provided by the Hungry March Band. http://hungrymarchband.com/blog/ https://www.facebook.com/hungrymarchband/ Instagram: hungrymarchband

On their continuing quest for coffee and sanity during the beginning of stir-crazy season, Angela and Nicole head over to Milton, New York to visit Frida’s Bakery and Café. Nicole braves the playroom with the kids while Angela gets a behind the scenes look at the café from Frida’s pastry chef, Kelsey Ilowite. Later, Corey gets a chance to share his Frida’s experience (and an extensive collection of dad jokes) while hiding from the children in a laundry room interview. If you’re looking for a place to bring the kids for something laid back this winter, look no further than Frida’s- this episode will lay out all you need to know before planning your trip. For more information on Frida’s Bakery & Café, visit: https://www.fridasbakeryny.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Fridasbakerycafe/ IG: fridasbakeryny

The town library is an important staple of every community, and Stanford is no exception. Come join Nicole as she visits the Stanford Free Library for Tuesday morning story time. Afterwards, Nicole sits down with Director of Children’s Programming, Danielle Sundberg, to hear about all the library has to offer- from teen sewing to mahjong. Our musical guests this week are two local, and very talented young women- Juliana and Meredith Sundberg. The sisters play their violins and discuss growing up in a the small town, being homeschooled, and a very exciting opportunity on the horizon. They finish the episode with their own ukelele rendition of "Havana" by Camilla Cabello. To learn more about the Stanford Free Library: http://stanfordlibrary.org/ https://www.facebook.com/StanfordFreeLibrary/

A segment on Stanford wouldn’t be complete without focusing on a key aspect of the community- agriculture. The episode kicks off with a visit to Sister’s Hill farm for a Saturday morning share crop pick up. Angela and Nicole welcome Mark Burdick of Big Rock Community Farms Market to the show, where he shares the story of the town staple’s creation. From its “rocky” beginnings to a revelation of some very exciting news, this episode focuses on connecting the community with the farmers who put the good stuff on the table. For more information, check out: Sister's Hill Farm https://www.sistershillfarm.org/ https://www.facebook.com/sistershillfarm/ IG: sistershillfarm Big Rock Community Farms Market https://www.bigrockmarketny.com/ https://www.facebook.com/BigRockMarketNY/ IG: bigrockmarketny Music: Interlude- written and produced by Tosso Bernstein, percussion by Eddie Valentin and Moses Patrou

Ang and Nicole visit the Trevor Zoo with three under three...under three hours of sleep. A real and relatable recounting of a trip to the local zoo that faces some burning questions: Are red pandas really bears? Will our toddlers ever stop fighting? Can that emu get ANY closer? The pair shares the tips and tricks to keep you covered for your own adventure. For more information, check out: https://www.millbrook.org/trevor-zoo-home

Join Ang and Nicole they explore the village of Red Hook with their children, ages 8 months to 8 years. This episode focuses specifically on classes for your little ones, with offerings from birth all the way through the adult years. Nicole learns about meditative art with Kimberly Popolizio (founder and owner of i2Evolve art studio), and Ang practices conscious discipline through music and movement with Beth Anspach (Director, Pathways to Learning Presents Kindermusik program). Find out why specialty is key with Bjanette Anderson (owner of Bubby’s Takeway Kitchen), and listen to bluegrass with The Moonlighters band. There’s something for everyone in Red Hook, and Locally Grown Hudson Valley is here to help you find your next village adventure. For more information on i2Evolve: Website: https://www.i2evolve.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Meditation-The-Arts-at-i2Evolve-1327707590728376/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/i2evolve/ For more information on Pathways to Learning Presents Kindermusik: Website: http://www.pathways-to-learning.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pathways2learning/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pathways2learninginc/ For more information on Bubby's Takeaway Kitchen: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bubbystakeaway/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bubbys_takeaway_kitchen/ For more information on The Moonlighters: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themoonlighterstivoli/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_moonlighters_band/ And as always you can find Locally Grown Hudson Valley at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/locallygrownhudsonvalley/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/locallygrownhudsonvalley/

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