Upcoming Events
Community Book Club
Join the Community Book Club at The Spark of Hudson, a monthly gathering for readers and curious minds.
Free Support Group: Invitation to Change Approach
The Invitation to Change (ITC) Free Support Group is for people who care about someone struggling with substance use and want practical, compassionate ways to help. It is also open to anyone supporting a loved one with substance use or other compulsive behaviors.
Spark Avenue Improv
The Columbia County Players in partnership with the Spark of Hudson announces an open invitation to all to take to the stage in front of The Spark’s big blue curtain, learning the ever true and lively ups, downs, and sideways basics of improvisation.
Founder’s Fireside
Curious about what we're up to at The Spark? Please join founders Albert and Gigi for a fireside Q&A, and learn about the philosophy underpinning our work in Hudson and beyond.
Cold Case Collective
The Cold Case Collective is a biweekly discussion group at The Spark of Hudson focused on examining real unsolved cases through an ethical, educational lens. Together, we work to keep victims’ stories at the center, build responsible investigative and critical-thinking skills, and learn from guest speakers connected to justice, advocacy, and investigative fields.
Lap Crafts Circle
Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join Lap Crafts Circle for an evening of creativity and connection at The Spark of Hudson. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this relaxed gathering is a chance to make progress on your projects and share ideas with others. All ages and experience levels are welcome — come as you are, with whatever you’re working on (or just curiosity).
Bring your materials, pull up a chair, and enjoy conversation, creativity, and a supportive community of fellow makers.
Ask The Trainer
Renee Payne, owner and lead trainer of Walk This Way, will join us at The Spark for an interactive Q&A on dog training and behavior. This session is designed for anyone who wants to better understand how dogs think, learn, and communicate, and how to build a strong, trusting relationship using positive reinforcement techniques.
Free Support Group: Invitation to Change Approach
The Invitation to Change (ITC) Free Support Group is for people who care about someone struggling with substance use and want practical, compassionate ways to help. It is also open to anyone supporting a loved one with substance use or other compulsive behaviors.
Spark Avenue Improv
The Columbia County Players in partnership with the Spark of Hudson announces an open invitation to all to take to the stage in front of The Spark’s big blue curtain, learning the ever true and lively ups, downs, and sideways basics of improvisation.
Lap Crafts Circle
Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join Lap Crafts Circle for an evening of creativity and connection at The Spark of Hudson. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this relaxed gathering is a chance to make progress on your projects and share ideas with others. All ages and experience levels are welcome — come as you are, with whatever you’re working on (or just curiosity).
Bring your materials, pull up a chair, and enjoy conversation, creativity, and a supportive community of fellow makers.
Free Support Group: Invitation to Change Approach
The Invitation to Change (ITC) Free Support Group is for people who care about someone struggling with substance use and want practical, compassionate ways to help. It is also open to anyone supporting a loved one with substance use or other compulsive behaviors.
Spark Avenue Improv
The Columbia County Players in partnership with the Spark of Hudson announces an open invitation to all to take to the stage in front of The Spark’s big blue curtain, learning the ever true and lively ups, downs, and sideways basics of improvisation.
Ecological Support Group
Do you find yourself worrying about the birds, the bees, and the future of our native plants? Or maybe you just want to connect with other eco-minded folks in a supportive, fun space. Hosted by Design Wiild, this ongoing support group is a place to share best practices, swap gardening tips, and learn from guest experts on everything from ecology to climate resilience. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just plant-curious, all are welcome!
Spark Avenue Improv
The Columbia County Players in partnership with the Spark of Hudson announces an open invitation to all to take to the stage in front of The Spark’s big blue curtain, learning the ever true and lively ups, downs, and sideways basics of improvisation.
Spark Avenue Improv
The Columbia County Players in partnership with the Spark of Hudson announces an open invitation to all to take to the stage in front of The Spark’s big blue curtain, learning the ever true and lively ups, downs, and sideways basics of improvisation.
Women’s Creative Circle
This women's circle, open to female-identifying and non-binary individuals, is led by Nancy Maurice Rogers and other creatives in the field of arts. Through discussions and dialogues, we will delve into exploring creative processes and recognize the diverse area creativity has in our lives today and that which holds potential for future explorations in our lives. We will expand concepts and understand creativity together to include areas where we can cultivate creative explorations in our lives and in collaboration with others. These discussions will inform, include and support all approaches, ideas and inquiries into creative realms as we search to find our way as individuals and collectively.
Clean Headspace
Join us for Clean Headspace, a group led by Raena Baldwin of Fresh Start Home Services. This is a supportive, judgment-free space where we come together to tackle the challenges of physical clutter and the mental load that often accompanies it. Whether you’re feeling stuck in your own home or helping a loved one,
Lap Crafts Circle
Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join Lap Crafts Circle for an evening of creativity and connection at The Spark of Hudson. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this relaxed gathering is a chance to make progress on your projects and share ideas with others. All ages and experience levels are welcome — come as you are, with whatever you’re working on (or just curiosity).
Bring your materials, pull up a chair, and enjoy conversation, creativity, and a supportive community of fellow makers.
Ecological Support Group
Do you find yourself worrying about the birds, the bees, and the future of our native plants? Or maybe you just want to connect with other eco-minded folks in a supportive, fun space. Hosted by Design Wiild, this ongoing support group is a place to share best practices, swap gardening tips, and learn from guest experts on everything from ecology to climate resilience. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just plant-curious, all are welcome!
Women’s Creative Circle
This women's circle, open to female-identifying and non-binary individuals, is led by Nancy Maurice Rogers and other creatives in the field of arts. Through discussions and dialogues, we will delve into exploring creative processes and recognize the diverse area creativity has in our lives today and that which holds potential for future explorations in our lives. We will expand concepts and understand creativity together to include areas where we can cultivate creative explorations in our lives and in collaboration with others. These discussions will inform, include and support all approaches, ideas and inquiries into creative realms as we search to find our way as individuals and collectively.
Community Game Night
Join us for Community Game Night at The Spark of Hudson — a relaxed, fun evening of board games, card games, and friendly competition. Whether you’re a strategy fan, a casual player, or just looking for an easy way to unwind and connect with others, this is a welcoming space for all.
The Dark: First Light Gathering
Hosted by Vallejo Ganter, Artistic & Executive Director of PS21, this event offers a first look at The Dark Festival, PS21’s new annual winter festival bringing live performance to theatres, restaurants, libraries, saunas, and outdoor public spaces across Columbia County. With 60+ international artists, 80+ performances, and family-friendly events open to all, The Dark is a packed week of theater, music, dance, installation, and more—inviting the community to come together and experience winter in new ways.
Spark Avenue Improv
The Columbia County Players in partnership with the Spark of Hudson announces an open invitation to all to take to the stage in front of The Spark’s big blue curtain, learning the ever true and lively ups, downs, and sideways basics of improvisation.
Free Support Group: Invitation to Change Approach
The Invitation to Change (ITC) Free Support Group is for people who care about someone struggling with substance use and want practical, compassionate ways to help. It is also open to anyone supporting a loved one with substance use or other compulsive behaviors.
Lap Crafts Circle
Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join Lap Crafts Circle for an evening of creativity and connection at The Spark of Hudson. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this relaxed gathering is a chance to make progress on your projects and share ideas with others. All ages and experience levels are welcome — come as you are, with whatever you’re working on (or just curiosity).
Bring your materials, pull up a chair, and enjoy conversation, creativity, and a supportive community of fellow makers.
Cold Case Collective
The Cold Case Collective is a biweekly discussion group at The Spark of Hudson focused on examining real unsolved cases through an ethical, educational lens. Together, we work to keep victims’ stories at the center, build responsible investigative and critical-thinking skills, and learn from guest speakers connected to justice, advocacy, and investigative fields.
Lap Crafts Circle
Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join Lap Crafts Circle for an evening of creativity and connection at The Spark of Hudson. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this relaxed gathering is a chance to make progress on your projects and share ideas with others. All ages and experience levels are welcome — come as you are, with whatever you’re working on (or just curiosity).
Bring your materials, pull up a chair, and enjoy conversation, creativity, and a supportive community of fellow makers.
Cold Case Collective
The Cold Case Collective is a biweekly discussion group at The Spark of Hudson focused on examining real unsolved cases through an ethical, educational lens. Together, we work to keep victims’ stories at the center, build responsible investigative and critical-thinking skills, and learn from guest speakers connected to justice, advocacy, and investigative fields.
Lap Crafts Circle
Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join Lap Crafts Circle for an evening of creativity and connection at The Spark of Hudson. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this relaxed gathering is a chance to make progress on your projects and share ideas with others. All ages and experience levels are welcome — come as you are, with whatever you’re working on (or just curiosity).
Bring your materials, pull up a chair, and enjoy conversation, creativity, and a supportive community of fellow makers.
Ecological Support Group
Do you find yourself worrying about the birds, the bees, and the future of our native plants? Or maybe you just want to connect with other eco-minded folks in a supportive, fun space. Hosted by Design Wiild, this ongoing support group is a place to share best practices, swap gardening tips, and learn from guest experts on everything from ecology to climate resilience. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just plant-curious, all are welcome!
Women’s Creative Circle
This women's circle, open to female-identifying and non-binary individuals, is led by Nancy Maurice Rogers and other creatives in the field of arts. Through discussions and dialogues, we will delve into exploring creative processes and recognize the diverse area creativity has in our lives today and that which holds potential for future explorations in our lives. We will expand concepts and understand creativity together to include areas where we can cultivate creative explorations in our lives and in collaboration with others. These discussions will inform, include and support all approaches, ideas and inquiries into creative realms as we search to find our way as individuals and collectively.
Community Game Night
Join us for Community Game Night at The Spark of Hudson — a relaxed, fun evening of board games, card games, and friendly competition. Whether you’re a strategy fan, a casual player, or just looking for an easy way to unwind and connect with others, this is a welcoming space for all.
Community Book Club
Join the Community Book Club at The Spark of Hudson, a monthly gathering for readers and curious minds.
Lap Crafts Circle
Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join Lap Crafts Circle for an evening of creativity and connection at The Spark of Hudson. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this relaxed gathering is a chance to make progress on your projects and share ideas with others. All ages and experience levels are welcome — come as you are, with whatever you’re working on (or just curiosity).
Bring your materials, pull up a chair, and enjoy conversation, creativity, and a supportive community of fellow makers.
Cold Case Collective
The Cold Case Collective is a biweekly discussion group at The Spark of Hudson focused on examining real unsolved cases through an ethical, educational lens. Together, we work to keep victims’ stories at the center, build responsible investigative and critical-thinking skills, and learn from guest speakers connected to justice, advocacy, and investigative fields.
Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole
Learn the basics of writing film and TV structure, sharpen dialogue, craft amazing characters, find your voice, understand tone vs. theme, end up loving Outlines and Directors Statements as writing tools to keep you focused. By the end of six weeks, you’ll have a short script or outline. Study Short Film screenwriting with local, upstate WGAE screenwriter, ScreenCraft Fellowship, Athena Writers Lab Fellow and AMC Nominee, NBC TV Writers Lab FInalist, and NYFA grant winner, A.C. Cole.
Ecological Garden Support Group
Do you find yourself worrying about the birds, the bees, and the future of our native plants? Or maybe you just want to connect with other eco-minded folks in a supportive, fun space. Hosted by Design Wiild, this ongoing support group is a place to share best practices, swap gardening tips, and learn from guest experts on everything from ecology to climate resilience. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just plant-curious, all are welcome!
Community Book Club
We’re excited to launch the very first Spark of Hudson Book Club! Once a month, we’ll gather in our cozy library to read, reflect, and connect with one another.
Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole
Learn the basics of writing film and TV structure, sharpen dialogue, craft amazing characters, find your voice, understand tone vs. theme, end up loving Outlines and Directors Statements as writing tools to keep you focused. By the end of six weeks, you’ll have a short script or outline. Study Short Film screenwriting with local, upstate WGAE screenwriter, ScreenCraft Fellowship, Athena Writers Lab Fellow and AMC Nominee, NBC TV Writers Lab FInalist, and NYFA grant winner, A.C. Cole.
Women's Creative Circle
This women's circle, open to female-identifying and non-binary individuals, will be led by Nancy Maurice Rogers and other creatives in the field of arts. Through discussions and dialogues, we will delve into exploring creative processes and recognize the diverse area creativity has in our lives today and that which holds potential for future explorations in our lives.
Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole
Learn the basics of writing film and TV structure, sharpen dialogue, craft amazing characters, find your voice, understand tone vs. theme, end up loving Outlines and Directors Statements as writing tools to keep you focused. By the end of six weeks, you’ll have a short script or outline. Study Short Film screenwriting with local, upstate WGAE screenwriter, ScreenCraft Fellowship, Athena Writers Lab Fellow and AMC Nominee, NBC TV Writers Lab FInalist, and NYFA grant winner, A.C. Cole.
Community Book Club
We’re excited to launch the very first Spark of Hudson Book Club! Once a month, we’ll gather in our cozy library to read, reflect, and connect with one another.
Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole
Learn the basics of writing film and TV structure, sharpen dialogue, craft amazing characters, find your voice, understand tone vs. theme, end up loving Outlines and Directors Statements as writing tools to keep you focused. By the end of six weeks, you’ll have a short script or outline. Study Short Film screenwriting with local, upstate WGAE screenwriter, ScreenCraft Fellowship, Athena Writers Lab Fellow and AMC Nominee, NBC TV Writers Lab FInalist, and NYFA grant winner, A.C. Cole.