ORANGE COUNTY NY - COMMUNITY EVENTS

Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty is proud to continue its seasonal tradition of compiling community events and celebrations throughout Westchester and the Hudson Valley, including this year's collection of summer events. If you would like to suggest events for inclusion in the fall or winter guides, please email your event and contact information to: catherine.cosme@randrealty.com

Bear Mountain, September 3, 6-9 p.m.

Enjoy Antique&Custom Car Cruise Nights every Wednesday, weather permitting. Free. (845) 786-2701. www.palisadesparksconservancy.org

Warwick, Dates and times vary.

Village of Warwick Summer Concert Series on the Green at Railroad Avenue. For more information (845) 986-2031.

•September 4, 7:30 p.m., Some Kind of Fun, music of the 50's&60's

•September 5, 6:30 p.m. "The Bondville Boys" Bluegrass from Vermont

Newburgh, September 5, 12 -11 p.m., September 6, 12 -9 p.m.

20th Annual City of Newburgh International Waterfront Festival. Bring the whole family for a day filled with fun, food, crafts, music and more. (845) 568-0198.

Tuxedo, Sept 5, 1 PM

Sterling Forest Eco-Explorers - Join us as we take a walk and experience the sights and sounds of the forest. Great for families with children between the ages of 6 and 10. Includes a 1 to 2 mile easy walk on old wood roads through the fields and forest. (845) 351-5907

Warwick, Sept 5, 6, 10 - 4 p.m.

Huge Annual Garage Sale, Warwick Animal Shelter. Benefits Warwick Valley Humane Society. (845) 986-2473.

Warwick, September 5 thru November, 9-5 PM

Enjoy apple picking at Masker Orchards. Drive right to the tree and bring picnic gear for an idyllic day in the country. Apple picking daily. On weekends, enjoy live music, pony rides and horse drawn wagon rides. Free. (845) 986-1058. www.maskers.com

Cornwall, September thru October -2:30 PM - Meet the Animals. Every Sat-Sun Join the staff for feeding time at the indoor pond and then meet the animal of the week! Museum of the Hudson Highlands. (845) 534-5506 x204. www.museumhudsonhighlands.org

Cornwall, September thru October 31 - 10-4 PM - Discovery Quests - Every Sat. Observe a variety of wildlife. Guide books with puzzles, clues and fun facts. Quest for ages 6 to adult on trails ranging from casual to challenging. Outdoor Visitors Center, RSVP recommended. $5/pp. (845) 534-5506 x204. www.museumhudsonhighlands.org

Middletown, September, weekends, 8-5 PM - Antique Fair&Flea Market. Rain or Shine. Over 40 vendors featuring a variety of goods at the Orange County Fairgrounds. (845) 227-1154.

Middletown, September thru October 30, 9-6 PM - Maple Farms. Pumpkin picking, hayrides, barnyard animals, hay maze and haunted barn. $6/pp. Local produce, homemade fudge and baked goods, country crafts, flowers and gifts. (845) 344-0330. www.maplesfarm.com

Newburgh, September thru November 1, 9-4 PM

Lawrence Farms - Horse drawn carriage rides, old-fashioned little farm village for children with farm animals for petting. The farm stand, with honey, preserves, and refreshments, is open on weekends. adults $3, children $2. (845) 562-4268. www.lawrencefarmsorchards.com

Tuxedo, September thru Oct, 9-2 PM

Farmers Market Featuring fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables, flowers, herbs, baked goods, and more now at the newly renovated Train Station, on Rte 17. (845) 915-4058. www.tuxedofarmersmarket.com

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