Seasoned Gives

03/21/2026

Don’t miss out! Two vendor spaces remaining for our upcoming Women’s Event—an elevated, high-impact gathering designed to celebrate, connect, and empower women across our community.

📅 March 26
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us as we engage a dynamic audience, and align with a purpose-driven network of women leaders and entrepreneurs.

To inquire and secure your placement:
[email protected]
Availability is extremely limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Attendee sign up: https://forms.gle/RxdmXgkzK3GfWpXw8

03/18/2026

This is what impact looks like! Join us on March 26th at 6pm for an evening of celebration, recognition, and inspiration as we honor powerful, trailblazing women who are shaping our communities, breaking barriers, and creating lasting change.
✨ Kitt Potter
A visionary leader, artist, and cultural force, Kitt has spent over 30 years transforming communities through the arts, education, and advocacy. As Director of Arts and Cultural Affairs for the City of Kingston, she champions inclusive storytelling and historic preservation while amplifying voices that deserve to be heard.
✨ Lisa Berger
A strategic powerhouse in tourism and economic development, Lisa leads Ulster County’s $1.1 billion tourism economy with innovation and collaboration. With nearly two decades in public service, she has strengthened workforce systems and elevated the Hudson Valley as a premier destination.
✨ Jenifer Restrepo Agudelo
A compassionate advocate and community leader, Jenifer supports families experiencing housing instability and uplifts immigrant communities—especially women—through advocacy, connection, and leadership.
Come be in the room. Be inspired. Celebrate excellence in action.

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1llA57MyvhXUFa_e3I30QGJUtsfyQpN1x1EQlbUnaAmc/edit?usp=drivesdk

02/16/2026

We are still feeling the ripple effect of our Currency of Wellness workshop at the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Caucus. The energy in the room was powerful—people stayed not just for the content, but for the connection, the honesty, and the strength of our community coming together to intentionally shifting paradigm’s. The conversation was real, affirming, and necessary, reminding us that wellness in ALL its forms is not a luxury but a vital part of how we build, lead, and live. We are deeply grateful to Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins for her support and for valuing the importance of this work, and to our extraordinary panelists who do more than speak on these issues—they live and breathe this work every day. It affirmed that when we gather TOGETHER with purpose, we create lasting impact. SO much more to come!

10/26/2025

Protect Your Legacy & Plan for the Future
Join Seasoned Gives and Rise Notary Collective for a powerful Trust & Irrevocable Trust Workshop designed to help families, professionals, and caregivers understand how to protect what matters most.

Date: Coming this Fall (October–November 2025)
Location: SUNY Ulster Boardroom + Virtual via Zoom
Registration: $10

What You’ll Learn:
• The difference between revocable and irrevocable trusts
• How trusts support medical planning and asset protection
• Real-world case studies and common mistakes to avoid
• Expert-led Q&A and resource guide for your next steps

Presented by:
Tamika Dunkley – Executive Director, Seasoned Gives
Andrea Chrisjohn – Founder, Rise Notary Collective

Don’t wait until it’s too late to secure your financial future.
Whether you’re planning for your family, retirement, or long-term care, this workshop will give you the clarity and confidence you need.

Space is limited — register today to save your spot!
https://forms.gle/ip3cxDR3wRMwxvme6

09/10/2025

Tomorrow!

09/08/2025

Seasoned Gives Newsletter for September 2025 -

08/28/2025

Its that time!!!! Save the date :) Event detail in the comments below
Arts Mid-Hudson
Bruck Studios
Connect Healthny

goodtime.filmstudio
Hudson Valley Improv

Inside+Out Upstate NY
Moonshot Initiative

Seasoned Gives
Single and Hungry Club
Tara’s Call Sheet
The Art Effect

Join us May 22nd, 2025 at RMV Cellars at Red Maple Vineyard in West Park, NY for an evening of creative networking and connecting for the Hudson Valley. Our...

08/16/2025

🏖 TODAY!!!!, August 16 at the 6th Annual Seasoned Gives Hudson Valley Caribbean Festival! JOIN US!!!

🎤 Performances: Ras T Asheber Posse, Pablo Shine, DJ Gavin DI Different, Kalon Byson, The Don Don, Ubaka Hill & Drumsong Orchestra, Maya the Muse, DJ Tempo, Juma Sultan, Nusa Entertainment, Ras Kenfentse, Empress Idama, Dexton Davis, Genesys!

🌴 Hosted by: Kitani

PLUS

🍍 Caribbean Cuisine & Vendors: Savor jerk chicken, sweet plantains, and explore unique crafts.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids' Fun and Games: Plenty of activities for the little ones, making it a perfect family outing!

🌞 August 16, 2025, 12pm to 7pm
📍 Kingston Point Beach, 49 Delaware Avenue in Kingston
🌳 Learn more or become a sponsor, vendor, or partner at seasonedgives.org/6th-annual-caribbean

08/15/2025

🏖 The 6th Annual Seasoned Gives Hudson Valley Caribbean Festival! Hosted by Kitani!

🎤 Announcing The Lineup! with DJ's DJ Tempo 868 and Gavin Di Different
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12:30 Pablo Shine Latin Jazz Band Pablo Shine Art
1:30 Nusa Entertainment
2:00 Peoples’ Parade - Led by Juma Sultan & His Aboriginal Music Society Juma Sultan
2:15 Ubaka Hill & DrumSong Orchestra
2:30-3:45 Performing Artists:
Ras Kenfentse
Maya The Muse
Empress Idama
DJ Gavin Di Different
Kalon Byson
The Don Don
4:00 Ras T Asherber Posse
5:00 Dexton Davis
5:30 Kitani
6:00 Genesys

🌞 August 16, 2025, 12pm to 7pm⁠
📍 Kingston Point Beach, 49 Delaware Avenue in Kingston⁠
🌳 Learn more at seasonedgives.org/6th-annual-caribbean⁠



Martinique MD Dunkley

08/15/2025

🏖 Tomorrow!!! The 6th Annual Seasoned Gives Hudson Valley Caribbean Festival!
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🎤 Performances: Ras T Asheber Posse, Pablo Shine, DJ Gavin DI Different, Kalon Byson, The Don Don, Ubaka Hill & Drumsong Orchestra, Maya the Muse, DJ Tempo, Juma Sultan, Nusa Entertainment, and so much more!⁠
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🌴 Hosted by: Kitani⁠
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PLUS⁠
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🍍 Caribbean Cuisine & Vendors: Savor jerk chicken, sweet plantains, and explore unique crafts.⁠
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👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids' Fun and Games: Plenty of activities for the little ones, making it a perfect family outing!⁠
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🌞 August 16, 2025, 12pm to 7pm⁠
📍 Kingston Point Beach, 49 Delaware Avenue in Kingston⁠
🌳 Learn more or become a sponsor, vendor, or partner at seasonedgives.org/6th-annual-caribbean

08/14/2025

Seasoned Gives Newsletter for August 2025 - 2nd Edition