Abloom

Abloom is a flower rescue program that brings the beauty of flowers to those who need it most. We connect with local senior centers, shelters, and food pantries to deliver fresh flowers and develop on-site flower gardens. The First floor workshop space, our “ABLOOM ROOM” at RHCC is the heart of our operation. Volunteers pick up wedding/event flowers in their prime and bring them to the ABLOOM room for fluffing up, rearranging, and delivery. During the growing season, flowers abound and Abloom holds open hours and workshops for flower arrangers of all skill levels. Volunteer with us today!

African Contemporary Dance

Find new ways to move and express yourself with lessons from teacher and choreographer Soleymane “Solo” Badolo. Beginners welcome!

Art Journaling for Adults with Disabilities

Jeung-il (she/her) has her masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Art Therapy. She invites adults 15+ into a safe space to get creative, build confidence and practice expressing themselves in new & colorful ways. Drop-ins welcome, journals and art materials provided.

Art Journaling is Therapeutic

Jeung-il (she/her) has her masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Art Therapy. She has experience running groups and is hoping to create a safe space for people to use art as a form of self-expression & exploration. Drop-ins welcome, journals and art materials provided.

Chair Yoga

Please join Kathy Schneider-Doyle, MS, RN, AEA, RYT 200 for anyone who would like to support a healthy body & mind...the only requirement--- is a chair! Chair yoga creates a safe space for movement and balance, sitting & standing (using the chair for balance as needed). Kathy has been a community health nurse for 43 years and an instructor in aquatics & yoga for over ten years. “I Love teaching self-care practices & seeing folks smile from a shared experience.”

Community Yoga

This is a beginner- friendly, all levels class that incorporates mediation, breath work, and movement. Deep listening to the body and making modifications will be encouraged. Class led by yoga teacher and volunteer Kristen Pratt (CYT 500).

DanceXross Fitness (DXF)

An exercise class that combines dancing, kickboxing, soul dancing, and strength training for a total body workout. Wear sneakers, exercise like clothing and get ready to groove your way to a healthier body!

Free Community Clothes Closet

This widely popular resource provides free, gently-used clothing, household items, toys and books to the community. Donations are appreciated and accepted during the open hours. Click HERE for more information.

Gentle Yoga

A slow-moving class targeting all areas of the body to create flexibility, strength and coordination - all from reclined, seated or kneeling positions. Occasionally there are a few standing postures(optional) for those who want to work on balance.

Guided Breathwork

Discover the Magic of Breathwork. Unlock a calm mind and an open heart through the power of your breath. This class combines guided breathing, uplifting music, and supportive group energy to help you release stuck emotions, access inner wisdom, and restore vitality. All are welcome. Diana Benz is a certified breathwork facilitator, Block Therapy™ instructor, yoga teacher, and Reiki master practitioner. She is devoted to creating joyful spaces for healing, growth, and connection. Learn more at https://blockandbreathe.com/

Health & Wellness Support Group

HEALTH & WELLNESS SUPPORT GROUP: This group for adults is open to anybody struggling with anything health related. There’s room for all, and amazingly, everyone benefits from each other no matter how different their concerns. Facilitated by Cait Guariglia who holds a Life Coaching certificate from the NBHWC. She uses a broad set of coaching tools and systems to help people discover and achieve what they want most, no matter what area of health, wellness or happiness that is for them. Her approach is to gently bring participants to deeper awareness, next steps, or to give them space to focus on themselves for a while.

Hudson Valley Woodcarvers

A weekly meet up for those interested in learning to carve wood or for experienced carvers looking to work socially.

Kindness Bags

Learn to sew with our expert volunteers by creating reusable tote bags! You can create one for yourself and create another to donate back to the Center. Once completed these bags are filled with small items and sent out into the community for someone who might need an act of kindness. If you already have a project in mind you can register for help with that too! All ages welcome. No experience necessary. Registration currently required.

Love, Peace, Harmony Field Meditation

Sit, stand, trace, chant.... Together we will build a high-level transformative frequency field with a blend of both calligraphy & song, resonating with the energies of love, peace, and harmony. The calligraphies carry messages that we use to empower and replenish ourselves. It’s time to let go of old messages that may be holding us back and bring in new messages of Love, Peace and Harmony for our physical, emotional, and total well-being. Experience this unique and active form of meditation and self-healing during these once monthly sessions. Bring a notebook to write down any insights or messages you receive. Led by Christina Lapitan, M.A., LPHF.

Mah Jongg

Games are fun; they’re also great for your brain. But if you’re tired of your usual options — or simply have an insatiable appetite for new competitive puzzles — Mah Jongg may be right for you. Join our free Mah Jongg group for players who know the game! Register to let us know your coming!

Mindfulness Meditation

Whether you are new to meditation or wish to connect with others who practice, join Ferdie for his weekly Tuesday morning meditation in the Movement Studio.

Ofrenda Project

Weekly paper-maché workshops to make decorations for the ofrendas that will be featured all over Red Hook for Dia de Muertos. You'll see them in Red Hook’s Public schools, Cultivar Community Farm, Village Hall, Red Hook Historic Society & the Red Hook Community Center.

Open Kids’ Space

Get the little one’s out of the house and bring them to play in our fantastic play space during open play hours. Our Kid’s Space is perfect for children up to age 5, and is stocked complete with kitchen sets, doll houses, blocks, books, dress up, art supplies & more. Open to all. No sign up required. Free.

Open Computer Lab

RHCC computer lab is open to the public during open lab hours and includes a high-powered desktop magnification device for people with low or decreased vision. Please call to request use of 3D printer.

Open Craft Room

Open every Thursday from 1-3pm. The craft room is here for all your creative needs and wants. With tips and support from a collection of crafters, these open hours are intended to provide you with a chance to try something new, work on your projects, and be together. Most materials for crafting are available for use during these open hours.

Open Sewing Room

Would you like to…Lay out & cut a pattern? Finish your own projects? Alter and Repair your clothing? We can help you to complete these projects during these hours where decades of teaching & sewing experience is shared with a lot of love & laughter.

Open Game Room

The game room has a ton of table top activities to choose from! Play some ping-pong, foosball, pool, or air hockey with friends for some friendly competition. Or work together to build with Legos, complete a puzzle, or play a strategic game from our collection. The open hours of the room ensure there will not be interruption to regular programming, so come when you can- it’s Free!

Teen Time!

Open to teens aged 11-17 (or otherwise enrolled in school) on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays from 3-6pm.

A safe place outside of school and home where youth can practice positive social engagement, develop relationships, and build community. With access to the numerous shared spaces, youth are encouraged to spend time with others under the guidance and supervision of staff.

Senior Exercise

The Dutchess County Senior Exercise Program grew out of published research on bone density in older adults. It is designed to counter the effects of osteoporosis and lead to improvement in mobility, muscle strength, stamina, balance and independence. Please, call Judy to sign up at (845)-831-0512.

Senior Friendship Center

Serves residents of the Towns of Rhinebeck, Red Hook, Milan, Tivoli and Clinton. Operated by the Dutchess County Office For The Aging, the Center serves a noon time meal, Monday through Friday. Seniors are served a tasty, nutritious meal combined with social activities and fellowship. With a variety in menu, food is prepared by the Office For The Aging caterer. It is recommended that advance reservations be made in order to guarantee that a meal will be available. Clients are encouraged to contribute towards the cost of the meals they receive. However, no person is denied service due to inability to contribute. Call Suzanna to register: (845)-475-1129.

Sound Bath

According to the Shanti Bowl “a sound bath is (one) holistic approach to relaxation and healing. It can be a perfect escape from the modern stresses of life. A sound bath can cleanse your soul and restore your balance. This stems from the immense power of sound and vibration. Sound has a great influence on our emotions and health and can make us feel happy, energized and relaxed”. Come let yourself be bathed in stillness. Free, registration appreciated.

Stained Glass Workshops

Artist and founder of Kelly Glass Studio and Gallery, Patti has been committed to the design, fabrication and restoration of stained glass for over 30 years. Her restoration expertise is shown in projects around NYC & now she is sharing her craft with Red Hook. Join a 4 week workshop that concludes with a group art show to be put on temporary display in the Red Hook Community Center.

Tai Chi

An ancient Chinese tradition that, today, is practiced as a graceful form of exercise. It involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by deep breathing. Registration appreciated but not required.

Tech Help with Jared

If you need some assistance with using a computer, Jared can help! Schedule an appointment with him ahead of time or just drop in when he’s scheduled.