Sept. 6-9 Waterford to Poughkeepsie, NY

From Waterford we took our time getting to Poughkeepsie since it was Labor Day Weekend. We try to avoid cruising on holidays. Usually all the crazies are out. We spent 2 nights anchored out before arriving in Poughkeepsie on Wednesday. Stayed at the Poughkeepsie Yacht Club again. Cousins Judi and PJ made dinner reservations for Wednesday night at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA). The CIA has several restaurants on campus. We decided on the Italian restaurant. There was an extensive menu and also set price meals that included an appetizer, entree, dessert, and beverage. We all went for the set price meals. Fewer decisions to make. We also ordered wine. All the chefs, waiters and busboys are students at the institute. Our waiter was close to graduating from the institute. It was a lovely evening. We really enjoyed Judi and PJ. Next time we are up that way we would like to try the French restaurant.