LIST OF UPCOMING PROGRAMS
FEBRUARY 28, 2026
PRESENTATION: Rev. James Miller, "The History of Third Lutheran Church"
LOCATION: Third Lutheran Church, 31 Livingston St., Rhinebeck, NY
TIME: 2:00pm
DESCRIPTION:
Third Lutheran Church was so-named because it was the third Lutheran Church which was formed in this area, following St. Peter's in Red Hook (1715) and St. Peter's (1756) now Wurtemburg on Route 9G. Pastor Jim will speak about Third's history from its formation in 1842 through the present time as well as its presence in Lutheran Parish of Northern Dutchess: three united yet autonomous congregations.
MARCH 20, 2026
PRESENTATION: Sister Kathy Donnelly, "The History of the Sisters of St. Ursula at Linwood"
LOCATION: Starr Library, Local History Room, entrance in the rear
TIME: 7:00pm
DESCRIPTION:
Sister Donnelly will address the history of the stewardship of the site by the Sisters of St. Ursula, their missions, and their community activities/outreach.
APRIL 24, 2026
PRESENTATION: Dr. Mary Mistral, "Ladies of the Valley"
LOCATION: Starr Library, Local History Room, entrance in the rear
TIME: 7:00pm
DESCRIPTION:
With names like Astor, Roosevelt and Livingston, the women featured in Ladies of the Valley were born to great privilege, and raised to be hostesses who would grace the drawing room. But they would often be called upon to take charge of the operation of their family estates. They also oversaw the welfare of the estate workers, the upbringing and education of their children, and created a tradition of women involved in the social issues of their times. As matriarchs of their families, these women played an important role in establishing the culture and society of the Hudson Valley for generations.
