
News & Press Release

Nature is our greatest treasure here in Putnam County
Earth Day is Tuesday, April 22nd.
Earth Day is an opportunity to think about our future and the future of our children. Let's do everything possible to leave them a healthy and beautiful Putnam County!
Cleaning up the Community Events
~ The Village of Brewster and the Town of Southeast will be celebrating Earth Day with an Earth Day Clean Up on April 26th and April 27th.
News Flash • Earth Day 2025 Celebration!
~ Town of Carmel - Town Wide Cleanup and Compliance Week is from April 21st-25th.
News Flash • Town Wide Cleanup and Compliance Week
~ Town of Putnam Valley is hosting a Bulk Drop Off & Shredding Event on April 26th and April 27th.
NEWSLETTER-APRIL-2025.pdf
~ The Putnam County Health Department - NY will be holding its Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day for Putnam County residents on Saturday, April 26th from 8:30am to 12:30pm at Fahnestock State Park, Canopus Beach Parking Lot, 1570 Route 301, Kent, NY. Pre-Registration is required. Please visit putnamcountyny.gov/health/recycle#HHWD to register.
Earth Day Events
~ "Support Local Food & Community" a Community Earth Day Dinner at the Garrison Institute on April 16th from 6–9 PM.
A Community Earth Day Dinner - Garrison Institute
~ Community Day at the Garrison Art Center on Saturday, April 26th.
Community Day | Garrison Art Center
~ Join in on a celebration of sustainability and community at Boscobel House & Gardens Earthfest on Saturday, April 26th. Learn about climate solutions, pollinator gardens, composting, zero waste, electric vehicles, and more from local organizations.
Earthfest - Boscobel
Additional Articles
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Putnam County as seen on I Love NY
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Nature is our greatest treasure here in Putnam County
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What is your favorite place to visit in Putnam County?? (April Edition)
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National Library Week (Putnam Edition)
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Creativity runs wild with Art in Putnam County
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Springtime in Putnam County
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Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Returns
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Best of Hudson Valley: Cast Your Votes for Hudson Valley's Best! (Putnam’s Nominees)
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IMPORTANT NOTICE - Breakneck Ridge Trailhead Closure
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Readers’ Choice: Hudson Valley's Best! (Putnam’s Winners)
Welcome Message
Nestled between the Hudson River and the Connecticut state line, Putnam County offers an abundance of adventures and experiences to suit every lifestyle. From hiking and boating to dining and shopping, Putnam is a small but mighty treasure trove of crystal lakes, beautiful hiking trails, historic sites, art and cultural experiences and quaint restaurants and shops. With five Metro-North stops, we are just an hour away from Manhattan, making day trips hassle-free and a truly easy getaway.
Contact the Tourism Department
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Office | 845.808.1015
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Address | 40 Gleneida Avenue, Carmel, New York 10512

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Tara Keegan
Director of Tourism