Civicure

Our Mission
CiviCure (Civic & Cultural Restoration Corporation) is a nonprofit dedicated to the revitalization of the greater Hoosick area

Civicure's goal is to enrich the greater Hoosick community by stimulating the creative economy, supporting the preservation and enhancement of the farm economy, and protecting and promoting the beauty of the natural environment while making regional and national audiences aware of the extraordinary resources of the Hoosick area as a destination for visitors. Civicure envisions the arts as a cataly

st for community revitalization. The advancement of the arts, increased tourism and community participation, and regional economic redevelopment are inextricably linked. The arts are an important factor in the creation and bestowal community identity. A strong identity rallies confidence, hope, productivity, pride and economic vibrancy. THE CURRENT KEY INITIATIVE is CiviCure’s stewardship of the Wood Block Building for the purpose of restoring the two acoustically superb large halls of the former opera house to their former glory. Located right in the center of Hoosick Falls, it was built circa 1873 by the Walter A. Wood family, founders of the manufacturing company known internationally for mowing and reaping equipment.

03/13/2026

Dreaming of gardens, flowers, and summer? CiviCure's 2026 edition of the Hoosick Blooms fund-raising garden tour needs volunteers to make this year's event, planned for the weekend of July 11, a blooming success. We need help with planning and prep in the weeks leading up to the event and on the tour weekend with delivery of materials and being point people at the gardens. And speaking of gardens, let us know if you have a special or unique one to include on the tour! Send us a message or email to volunteer your time or garden. Thank you and let's dig in! 🌼

12/05/2025

"Hoo" has an owl fan in their family? This Owl Study, an acrylic on board by Wayne Trimm, along with others by the artist, are on view and for sale at Wood Block Center, 1 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, NY during an openhouse on Sunday, December 7 from 1 to 3 pm. Trimm was art director for NYDEC's The Conservationist Magazine where much of his art was published. He also created the art for NY hunting and fishing license stamps. Can't make the openhouse? A selection of Trimm's works are on view in Wood Block Center's foyer gallery (3-5 Main Street) Monday through Friday during business hours. If interested in making an art purchase, email [email protected]. See you Sunday!

12/03/2025

Check out this closeup of the gorgeous fabric making up one square of the modern crazy quilt currently on display in the sidewalk entrance foyer gallery at Wood Block Center, 3-5 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, NY. The quilt, by the talented Capital District Modern Quilt Guild, is a fundraiser for CiviCure. Stop in, it's bright and beautiful! To purchase raffle tickets, visit www.woodblockcenter.com/store/p/quilt-raffle-ticket

11/22/2025

Wouldn’t it be amazing to win this brilliant take on a multi-hued Victorian crazy quilt?! Visit Wood Block Center's online store at https://www.woodblockcenter.com/ to take a chance for just $10 (3 chances for $20)! Proceeds will benefit the Wood Block Center's building restoration fund including the art exhibition and performance spaces. The 50 inch by 50 inch quilt is generously donated to CiviCure by the Capital District Modern Quilt Guild as part of their mission to use the art of quilting in support of the arts in the region’s communities. You can check the quilt out in person in the sidewalk entrance foyer gallery to 3-5 Wood Block Center in Hoosick Falls, NY. The drawing will be held on or around December 24. The winner will be notified by either phone or email.

11/03/2025

Hats off to volunteer Brian for his brilliant and successful effort to repair a large section of collapsed cornice in the expansive north hall of Wood Block Center's top floor! Want to see this and the other restoration in progress? Stay tuned for the announcement of open house dates! 🎉

09/26/2025

Progressing to the third floor of the Wood Block Center by restoring the original light fixtures and lighting up the space after 50 years!

09/12/2025

Wood Block Center renovation update! Check out the recent work by dedicated volunteers.

Inside, the third floor "North Hall" ceiling plaster is being secured and loose plaster and paint is being scraped from the walls.

Outside on the northwest side, brick repointing or replacing by matching brick and color-matched mortar formulated for use in old buildings is underway. Missing sections of stone are being replaced by stone found on site.

Wood Block Center

08/07/2025

Sunny & a light breeze - Saturday looks perfect for our Art & Nature sketching event! Meet at Wood Block Center to take in a small exhibition of Wayne Trimm's wildlife studies and then head out on the Hoosic River Greenway to sketch with artists leading the way. No experience necessary! Here are the details:

🕙 Sessions on August 9: 10am–12pm and 1–3pm

📍 Meet at Wood Block Center, 1 Main St, 2nd floor gallery, Hoosick Falls, NY

👤 open to all skill levels, ages 10+ (ages 10-14 must be accompanied by an adult)

✏️ Bring art supplies and seating (some art supplies available)

🍴 Grab lunch nearby or pack your own

🖼️ Bonus: View the Art & Nature exhibition by wildlife artist Wayne Trimm before heading out (did you know he was art director for NYDEC's The Conservationist Magazine where much of his art was published and he created the art for NY hunting and fishing license stamps?).

💸 Pay what you wish donations to CiviCure appreciated, but not required

🎟️ RSVP to [email protected] to reserve your spot!

🌧️ Rain date: Sunday, 1–3pm only

08/02/2025

You are invited to Art & Nature, a unique outdoor art experience! Join artist-led drawing sessions on Saturday, August 9 on the Hoosic River Greenway in Hoosick Falls, NY. All abilities are welcome to enjoy relaxed, creative time sketching along the scenic trail.

🗓 choose a session on August 9: 10 AM–12 PM, 1 PM–3 PM
📍 meet at Wood Block Center, 1 Main St, second floor, Hoosick Falls, NY
👤 open to all skill levels, ages 10+ (ages 10-14 accompanied by an adult)
💸 pay-what-you-wish donation to CiviCure welcomed
🌧 rain date: Sunday, August 10 1–3 PM
📧 RSVP: [email protected]

Bring a chair, your favorite art supplies (or use ours), and lunch or a snack if desired. Take inspiration from the wildlife artworks by Wayne Trimm on exhibit in Wood Block Center's gallery before heading out. Come be inspired by the Greenway's beauty and its renewed trail! For full details, visit Wood Block Center's website at https://www.woodblockcenter.com

07/24/2025

EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT! All are invited Saturday, August 9 to participate in Art & Nature, an artist-led outdoor drawing experience along the beautiful Hoosic River Greenway in Hoosick Falls, NY.

🕙 Sessions: Morning (10am–12pm) and afternoon (1–3pm)

📍 Meet at Wood Block Center, 1 Main St, 2nd floor gallery, Hoosick Falls, NY

👤 open to all skill levels, ages 10+ (ages 10-14 must be accompanied by an adult)

✏️ Bring art supplies and seating (some art supplies available)

🍴 Grab lunch nearby or pack your own

🖼️ Bonus: View the Art & Nature exhibition by wildlife artist Wayne Trimm before heading out

💸 Pay what you wish donations to CiviCure appreciated

🎟️ RSVP to [email protected] to reserve your spot!

🌧️ Rain date: Sunday, 1–3pm only

Artwork pictured is from a sketchbook of various plants by Wayne Trimm.

Address

1-5 Main Street
Hoosick Falls, NY
12090

Telephone

+15182055002

Website

https://www.civicure.org/, https://www.woodblockcenter.com/

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