As a giant mural highlighting Woodstock’s entertainment credentials moves forward, organizers are hoping for more donors to support the project. The 118-foot mural, planned for a walkway on Main Street […]
With one more weekend left for TownSquare Players’ production of Neil Simon’s farcical hit “Rumors”, director Roger Zawacki said his cast, staff and set add to the comedic nature of […]
Throughout the month of June, the work of nearly 20 artists will be on display at the Old Courthouse Art Center. The center’s Summer Solstice Art Exhibition includes work in […]
The Woodstock City Band will play on as it prepares for its 133rd season of band concerts under summer skies. Director Duane Peiffer will raise the baton at 7:30 p.m. […]
A local dance theater’s production of a fairytale ballet is designed to appeal to audiences of all ages. Judith Svalander Dance Theatre’s “Cinderella” will come to the Woodstock Opera House, […]
The Woodstock Opera House is preparing for a domestic version of the British invasion when American English pays its first visit to Woodstock, taking the stage at 7:30 p.m. Friday, […]
The energetic, talented children of the African Children’s Choir will sing in concert during the 10 a.m. morning worship service at the First Presbyterian Church, 2018 Route 47, Woodstock. Their […]
Prior to 2007, jazz had an occasional presence in Woodstock, but 10 years ago several enthusiasts insured that jazz would have a strong local presence by forming Jazz on the […]
The woman best known for her childhood portrayal of Scout Finch in the 1962 film adaptation of Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird” will visit the Woodstock Opera House. Mary […]
Helping Paws Animal Shelter, Woodstock’s no-kill animal shelter, is hosting its annual Art for the Paws fundraiser through Saturday, April 22. Since its inception three years ago, participation has increased […]
Larry Lough is editor of The Independent and reports local news.
Janet Dovidio has been a freelance correspondent for The Independent for eight years.
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