Photos: How to Fly on the Literal Trapeze Coming to Newburgh, NY

There's a popular trope about running away to join the circus, but this weekend, Hudson Valley residents won't have to travel very far if they want to get a taste of the high life.

There's never a shortage of activities in Orange County, NY, but the event coming to downtown Newburgh almost sounds like something out of a fairytale: a full size trapeze will be set up just of Broadway... and the acrobat flying through the air could be you.

A trapeze is returning to Newburgh, NY... and you can try it! (Google Maps)

A Trapeze Is Coming to Downtown Newburgh, NY

The event sounds similar to the permanent installation at Pier 40 in New York City, where Circus Academy New York holds trapeze classes that can be seen from the west side highway. What's happening in Newburgh, however, has a special twist.

Safe Harbors of the Hudson is hosting a weekend full of circus activities (Google Maps)

Safe Harbors of the Hudson Shares Circus Events in Newburgh

"Learn to Fly!", began a recent Facebook post by Safe Harbors of the Hudson (below). Not only will there be circus performances from both kids and professionals, but Hudson Valley residents will get a chance to try out the trapeze for themselves as well.

The Circus Is Coming to Downtown Newburgh

On Friday, August 15th, festivities kick off with a show from children who attended the Ritz Kidz Circus camp. Then, circus professionals will show their skills on Saturday August 16th. Saturday is also when the trapeze workshop will be held.

Trapeze Class Coming to Newburgh, NY

The two-hour class, which costs $70 for adults and $50 for children, will be held from 11am-1pm on Saturday, August 16th, with an "open swing" following from 1pm-3pm. While the class includes instruction, the open swing will give attendees a brief chance to try the trapeze with a suggested donation of $20.

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The event is the latest activity hosted by Safe Harbors of the Hudson, a community organization dedicated to affordable housing and promotion of the arts in Newburgh, NY. More information on Safe Harbors as well as the trapeze experience can be found HERE.

From Troy to Newburgh: 11 Great Hudson Riverfront Restaurants!

There is nothing like waterfront dining. And if this writer had his druthers, that waterfront would be the fabulous Hudson River.

This gallery takes a sampler look at 11 different restaurants that are either situated directly at the Hudson's water's edge, or close enough to grab a stunning view of it. They range in location from Green Island, NY in the north, all the way down to Newburgh, 90 miles to the south.

Obviously we couldn't mention all of the Hudson River's great waterfront dining establishments here, so if your favorite didn't make the list please visit our Facebook page and give it a shout out. we really do want to hear from you!

Gallery Credit: Chuck D'Imperio

LOOK! Abandoned Orange County Chopper HQs in Newburgh-TLC's 'American Chopper'

WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property.

In 2003, a father-son business reality show hit the Discovery Channel. It was called American Chopper and it followed the custom motorcycle-building business of the Teutul family out of Newburgh, NY. Paul Sr. owned the shop with sons Paul Jr. and Mikey working in the business. There was a slew of cast and characters. The center of the show wasn't just the amazing custom motorcycles built for celebrities and others, it was the volatile relationship between Sr. and Jr. The show ran for 12 seasons before the two could no longer get along. It ended up in lawsuits and the two not talking for ten-plus years. In the past few years, the business moved to Florida. This left the 61,000-square-foot headquarters for sale and abandoned. Take a look at what remained of Orange County Choppers.

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