Holiday Activities & Events In Ulster County NY - The Living Nativity In Kingston For a unique holiday activity in a historic setting, come view the Living Nativity at the Old Dutch Church in Kingston NY. A live reenactment of the Christmas story featuring animals and local parishioners, the Living Nativity is an enchanting way to experience the story of Christmas. For two nights the Old Dutch Church will be putting on multiple free performances that are welcome to everyone! So come on down and check out Kingston NY's Living Nativity! Spend a starry winter's night in Historic Uptown Kingston NY and immerse yourself in the history as you stroll down the old city blocks of the former New York State capital. The Living Nativity taking place in such a classic setting will make you feel as t... 12/12/2012

If you are a caregiver by trade or a patient or recipient of some form of care, Ulster County NY's "Circles Of Caring" Caregiver's Conference is an informative and fun event designed to educate and energize the care giving community and the public at large. Taft Street Realty is a proud sponsor of this local event, now in it's fifth year. Featuring interesting speakers, engaging workshops, and delicious food, Ulster County NY's "Circles Of Caring" Caregiver's Conference focuses on this vital, and rapidly-growing part of our community! Being a caregiver is as rewarding as it is challenging. Few understand the day to day trials and tribulations that come with being a caregiver - except other caregivers! That's why Ulster County NY's "Circles Of Caring" Caregiver's Conference was created, ... 10/30/2012

Kingston NY's Historic Downtown Waterfront, An Ulster County Real Estate Summer Update Kingston NY's Historic Downtown Waterfront area is a picturesque part of town. Boats float by on the Rondout Creek and bridges span overhead. Small, quaint blocks house great restaurants and bars making the waterfront the ideal place for a meal or drink with friends. A busy nightlife, cruises on the Hudson River, and fun events like the upcoming 4th of July 2012 Fireworks make Kingston's Historic Waterfront an awesome Ulster County NY summertime hangout! Known as "the waterfront", "the strand", "historic downtown"; call it whatever you please, just make sure you pay a visit! Great Restaurants? Check! There are a nice mix of places to eat all within walking distance of each other. Ship to Shore Bistro ... 06/28/2012

Ulster County Real Estate Update, Mid-Town Make A Difference Day In Kingston NYThe 2012 Mid-Town Make A Difference Day is a full day of activities in Kingston NY that promote health, safety, and community. There will be live demonstrations, a job fair, activities, and games; all with a positive and healthy focus! Mid-Town Make a Difference Day is just one of many fun community events happening around Kingston NY this 2012 Father's Day Weekend! Taking place at the Everette Hodge Community Center in Kingston, Mid-Town Make a Difference Day is a one-stop-shop for community resources, healthy activities, and a great time for the whole family. A job fair will be held to connect residents with local Hudson Valley area employers for on site interviews and information; a vital resource in today... 06/14/2012

2nd Annual Let's Move Ulster! Ulster County NY Health EventTomorrow is the 2nd annual Let's Move Ulster! 2012 health event at Dietz Stadium in Kingston NY. Presented by the Kingston NY branch of the Center for Creative Learning, Let's Move Ulster! is a year-long program that promotes healthy living and activity among our youth. Tomorrow's event is designed to educate Hudson Valley area families about healthy living and promote Let's Move Ulster! with free activities, demonstrations, and access to Ulster County NY health professionals. Kids (and parents) are encouraged to wear their school or organization's colors to show support while at the 2012 Let's Move Ulster! Health Event. There will be games, dancing, and health pros on hand to give demonstrations and answer your questions.  Free... 06/12/2012

Kingston NY Kayak FestivalThe 2012 Kingston NY Kayak Festival celebrates one of the most fun recreational sports in the area, kayaking! Part of the allure of the Hudson Valley Region is the water in all its forms; Rivers, creeks, lakes, ponds and streams abound. A really fun and unique way to experience these bodies of water is through kayaking. Whether for fun, exercise, or some peaceful solitude, kayaking is a healthy summertime activity that's great for all ages and skill levels. However no matter if you're a beginner or a seasoned pro: if you're interested in kayaking then there's only one place to be this weekend and that's Kingston NY's 2012 Kayak Festival! At the 2012 Kingston NY Kayak Festival, factory reps will be on hand to promote and demonstrate their latest kayaks and equip... 06/08/2012

The fall leaves bring tourists to the Mid Hudson Valley region. There are many ways to engage in leaf peeping, however, in this post we will be considering leaf peeping by boat. Hudson River Cruises located at the Rondout in Ulster County operates the Rip Van Winkle. which offers 2 hour tours on the Hudson River. The next logical question would be: When does leaf peeping begin in the Mid Hudson Valley? Leaf peeping will be at its best in Mid October and the Rip Van Winkle will start the 2 hour Leaf Peeping tour on October 11th. This tour is available from Tuesday through Sunday with the cruise starting at 2:30 PM How much does it cost? Adults $21 Children 4-11 $13 Over 65 $19 Under 4 Free There is a $2.00 coupon available on the website Contact 800-843-7472 or hudsonrivercruises@hvc.rr.... 09/27/2011

Take a ride on the rail For sometime now I have wanted to get a shot of these abandon rail cars, I even got close once but the battery in my camera was dead. So I was delighted when my husband came home with this shot recently. Location just outside Kingston NY               07/06/2011

Readers of my blog know how much I love the Hudson River and the bridges over the river.  This bridge is the Kingston Rhinecliff Bridge which connects Dutchess and Ulster Counties. Early this afternoon I heard about a plane crash which occurred to the left of this bridge.  When you hear the news you are always sad, but it is worst when you actually know the person in the crash, today was such a day.   02/26/2011

Today I was taking a listing and the cat of the house checked me out fully, even going so far as looking in my bag.When we got to the point where documents were being signed he jumped up on a folder and looked me square in the eyes as if to say "Now where do I sign? I am a member of this family.   01/28/2011

I'll bet this headline grabbed your attention. What could be so priceless at Walmart? How about the view?  I took this shot a couple of years ago from the Walmart parking lot in Kingston, NY. This a a photo I personally like. It reminded me so much of a lovely landscape watercolor.  I could see Thomas Cole of the Hudson River School of painting sitting down and painting a watercolor of the snow-clad Catskill Mountains. So, next time you are at Walmart you might just see something priceless.   Looking for a home in Kingston?  The map below are of homes for sale in Kingston   Jennifer Fivelsdal - JFIVE HOMES REALTY LLC - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  www.jfivehomes.com  or www.midhudsonhomevalue.com   Flickr | Facebook | Linked-in |Twitter |subscribe to Blog    Copyright © by Je... 12/12/2010

Whether looking for a new home, a second home, weekender, country retreat..... start your search for Ulster County Real Estate here! The Historic City of Kingston:  Approximately 90 minutes north of NYC, just off the New York State Thruway Exit 19, the historic City of Kingston is situated along the banks of the Rondout Creek where it enters the scenic Hudson River. The city goes back to the early 1600’s when the first “trading post” was built by the early Dutch settlers, and was the first Capital of NY until the Burning of Kingston in 1777 during the Revolutionary war. Its early history includes the stockade area where limestone and rubble stone Dutch built homes can still be found today.  The first meeting of the senate took place in what is now named “The Senate House” located in Upt... 10/19/2010

   These photos were taken in the late fall, at the Trolley Museum of New York located in the Roundout area of Kingston New York. This museum is located in the old Ulster and  Delaware railroad yard.  There are about 30 trolleys, the oldest dating back to 1907.  The Trolley Museum  covers the history of the railroad in the Hudson Valley.  Rail travel was once a very important part of the transportation system in small communities. Then came the car and this system which connected many communities by train was abandoned.  While out and about in my real estate activities  I sometimes run into these abandoned tracks.  Some have now been turned into rail trails for leisure walking and biking. The fall foliage tain which runs along the Esopus Creek is  a great example of some of these old t... 09/01/2010

Wordless Wednesday-Musician at the Senate House in Uptown Kingston NY Today after a business meeting in Uptown Kingston I was walking by the historic Senate House when I heard beautiful folk music.  I decided to stop for a few minutes, and of course I wanted to know their reason for being there.  I was told this is something they do weekly on Wednesdays between 12:00-1:00 PM.  I actually saw someone sitting nearby having lunch and enjoying the music. These are the little moments in a day that can lift the spirits.  So if you are ever around Uptown Kingston on a Wednesday stop by the Senate House and take in the music.    If the weather is bad you can find the group performing in the Senate House Visitor's center.                                              SENATE HOUSE PHOTO   Jennifer... 07/14/2010

Today when I was Uptown Kingston waiting to sign some paperwork I could not resist taking a shot of such a glorious spring day.  Actually at almost 90 degrees it felt more like the middle of the summer. In this area you can find many old homes, this is considered a historic district.  As a matter of fact the site of the first meeting of the New York  State Assembly was just down the street.  They met in Bogardus Tavern. JFIVE HOMES REALTY LLC - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com www.jfivehomes.com     Flickr | Facebook | Linked-in |Twitter |suscribe to Blog    Copyright © by Jennifer Fivelsdal, all rights reserved-Wordless Wednesday-Street Scene Uptown Kingston NY 04/07/2010

On the Hudson River you do see many sites, once such site is the Roundout(Kingston) Lighthouse which sits at the mouth of the Roundout Creek where it connects to the river. This lighthouse is open for tour from May to October, and access is via boats. When you are through with the tour, you might want to stop at the Roundout where you will find a maritime museum, shops and many fine restaurants.  For example you can pull right up to the Steele  Restaurant in your boat. I know it is cold right now but this is a great time to start planning summer activities. Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com   Flickr | Facebook | Linked-in |Twitter |subscribe to Blog   01/10/2010

Price: $199,500 FIZBER.com ID 11648633 Single Family with 3 bed, 3.0 bath, in 77 Maiden Lane Kingston, NY, 12401 http://www.fizber.com/11648633/ 77 Maiden Lane - For Sale By Owner Property Details: Type: Single Family Address: 77 Maiden Lane, Kingston, NY, 12401 Sq footage: 1600.0 Floors: n/a Bathrooms: 3.0 Bedrooms: 3 Year built: 1856 View full property details and seller's contacts. View more New York homes for sale. Homes for Sale by Owner. Description: This unique Kingston house is a jewel, located only 90 miles north of Manhattan nestled in the foothills of the majestic Catskill mountains. First time available on the market in over 70 years. This beautiful region called the Hudson River Valley is steeped in history while this charming home is no exception surrounded by other 19th ... 10/14/2009

I took a fall foliage tour on a train last week and now I want to take a Hudson River fall foliage Cruise because the views along the Hudson River is amazing. When I  checked out the Hudson River Cruises, I found out there is only 3 opportunities remaining. October 12th   2:30-4:00 PM October 15th  11:30 -1:30 PM October 19th  2:30-4:30 PM The Hudson River fall foliage cruise is a two hour tour that is narrated.  Besides the beautiful scenery you will also pass many historical sites.  So if you are thinking of a fun way to spend a fall day this is certainly an interesting activity.   Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com    10/10/2009

  I love this shot of Kingston NY.  It shows Kingston's unique spot geographically and in turn why it's great to own a home here.  You can see that Kingston is basically where the Hudson River, the Rondout Creek and the Catskils all meet.  You can also see where Kingston New York homes are most densely positioned along the Broadway corridor in Midtown.  You can get the best of just about everything within Kingston or a short distance from it--whether it's boating on the Hudson River, fishing in the Rondout Creek or skiing in the Catskills.  You can catch gorgeous views of the Ashokan Resevoir (also pictured here). 12/15/2008

Kingston NY Real Estate Market Report 10/14/08 Town of Kingston NY Single Family Home / Condo & Townhouse Real Estate Market Report for the period of July 1 thru October 14, 2008: Total Kingston NY Single Family Homes, Condo & Townhouses available on the market 174 Price Range $64,900-$2,700,000 Total Kingston NY New Listings during the period 88 Price Range $64,900-$474,900 Total Kingston NY Pending Sales 11 Total Kingston NY Sold Listings during the period 34 Price Range $80,000-$415,000 Sold Price    Address    City    State    Zip    Closing Date $80,000.00    10  SPRUCE STREET    KINGSTON    NY    12401    7/9/2008 $95,000.00    106  Wrentham Street    Kingston    NY    12401    7/25/2008 $101,000.00    30  VAN BUREN STREET    KINGSTON    NY    12401    8/13/2008 $120,000.00    43 ... 10/13/2008