Chronogram

03/01/2026

Great Barrington often reads as a postcard at first glance, but a closer look reveals a town shaped by creative unruliness, experimentation, and an ongoing negotiation over who it is and what it wants to become.

A deep look at Great Barrington’s evolving identity—where independent retail, experimental theater, ethical dining, and civic memory collide.

03/01/2026

In this album review, Decora’s Friends Take Time is a frenetic, but compelling release that finds its strength in ambition, craft, and an intimate focus on relationships.

Michael Wiener reviews Decora's latest album, Friends Take Time.

03/01/2026

Start the year strong and achieve financial success with TEG Federal Credit Union.

TEG’s local Hudson Valley roots stretch back to 1969 when teachers from the Wappingers Central school district decided to create an alternative to the banks they had been using.

Whether it’s saving more, budgeting better, or paying down debt, TEG is here to support its members’ financial resolutions. From personalized guidance to smart financial tools, they make achieving goals easier.

Get started today and learn more at Tegfcu.com.

03/01/2026

In the January Esteemed Reader, Jason Stern reflects on truth, practice, and perspective.

A meditation on truth, practice, and perspective—sparked by a conversation with a teenage son, a kick-flip, and a moment of institutional transition as Chronogram enters a new phase of its life.

02/01/2026

Shattered Wine Fair lands in Kingston on January 19 at Restaurant Kinsley.

The Shattered Wine Fair spotlights Central and Eastern European wines in a relaxed, inclusive tasting hosted by Kingston Wine Co. buyer Sam Hewitt at Restaurant Kinsley.

02/01/2026

Lean into the renewal that January offers with the timeless wisdom of great philosophers distilled into actionable, real-world solutions for our modern times.

The School of Practical Philosophy & Meditation has been sharing timeless ideas in practical, interactive ways since 1964. Its 10-week course, Philosophy Works, teaches simple, actionable strategies to manage stress, improve focus, and make thoughtful decisions. Classes are held in-person at the Borden Estate in Wallkill, NY, or online to fit your schedule, making it easy to start applying what you learn right away.

Classes begin January 12th. Enroll now at philosophyworks.org and gain skills that help you navigate everyday life with more ease and confidence.

02/01/2026

Linda Mussmann presents SHEBANG!, a new exhibition of paintings and text-based works at Time & Space Limited in Hudson from Jan 3 through Feb 1.

The cofounder of Time & Space Limited in Hudson, artist, and cultural instigator presents a new exhibition of paintings and text-based works that channel urgency, conviction, and the combustible energy of ideas in motion.

02/01/2026

The new year opens at Sherman Library with a photography exhibition that brings local history into sharp, human focus.

The library presents a juried selection of images documenting the Sherman Historical Society’s large-scale Revolutionary War reenactment.

01/01/2026

January 1 in the Hudson Valley arrives with a pause. The holidays recede, the calendar clears, and the region briefly exhales. Chronogram’s Guide to a Creative January leans into that moment, gathering exhibitions, films, performances, town profiles, and recurring features into a digital snapshot of what’s happening across the region this month. January may be quieter, but it’s far from still.

31/12/2025

The most read Rural Intelligence articles about some of the most significant events from the year that was.

The most read articles about some of the most significant events from the year that was.

31/12/2025

In a world saturated with digital imagery, professionally framed photos and art are enduring keepsakes that stand apart.

Trusted local framer Emily Roberts has opened a new brick-and-mortar frameshop in Woodstock. With a focus on quality conservation, she offers a detailed eye to preserve everything from precious heirlooms and photos to fine art and collectables. Whether you’re giving a gift or redesigning your own space, custom-framed pieces are a priceless addition to any home.

Visit Board and Bevel Framing at 96 Mill Hill Road in Woodstock, New York.