THIS MONTH’S FEATURED ENTREPRENEUR ARTICLE
A SERENDIPITOUS BEGINNING
{pretty to think so} – a fine farm-to-table restaurant in Rhinebeck, NY, may seem like a new venture, but there’s a lot of history behind the eatery, which opened in May 2023.
The restaurant’s inception was an act of “pure serendipity.” Like a good book, the {pretty to think so} story began unfolding years ago when a chef, mixologist, and entrepreneur gathered on a Staatsburgh farm to create […]
THE THREE O’S
For this month’s health issue, Main Street has its eyes on vision care and those “O” professionals who provide a wide range of eye-care services. In our region there is a choice between medical doctors, independent optometrists, corporate-owned retailers staffed by optometrists, and independent and retail chain opticians.
Which kind of O do you need?
Ophthalmologists are medical doctors, who specialize in identifying and treating […]
A Holiday Pop-up Shop in North Canaan – JACLYN RYAN OF HITHER LANE
Main Street discovered Hither Lane at a party in Lakeville, CT, not on Instagram or while searching for cocktail glasses on the Internet. This is the story of an international fashion professional who worked for luxury brands like Saint Laurent, only to leave New York City behind to start her own business in the country.
What is Hither Lane?
Hither Lane is a lifestyle e-commerce brand […]
A Passage to India – John Robshaw, Textile Designer
The elephant on John Robshaw Textiles’ sign in front of the moody, gray house in Falls Village, CT, subtly suggests what awaits the visitor to the shop. Inside are the Indian-inspired block-print textiles that have created John Robshaw’s international design reputation – pillows, duvets, blankets, and sheets of cavorting elephants, tropical blossoms, trees, and south Asian patterns swirled together in sophisticated colors. Every corner of […]
LEARN ABOUT LOCAL BUSINESSES
Independent Cabi Stylist Jennifer Ryan
Christine recently caught up with Lakeville, CT, resident Jennifer Ryan to discuss with her all aspects of her independent stylist business as well as to learn all about cabi.
What is cabi?
Cabi is a women’s fashion brand that offers high-quality women’s clothing that is on trend but not trendy; flattering, wearable, and washable; and gives women options. Our design team, made up of women, creates […]
A New Chapter at Lakeville Books and Stationery
The idea for Lakeville Books & Stationery was born out of the desire to once again have a bookstore nearby. Owner Darryl Peck and his family had recently moved back to Lakeville, CT, from Georgia (where they run another bookstore, Righton Books), and were shocked to see how few retail stores there were on the main streets of Lakeville and Salisbury. In a two-fold effort […]
The Sultans of Soot: Robert Keller, Master Sweep
Above: Rob Keller (right) has been the Sultan of Soot for the last 30 years. Tucker Shearer (left) is a sultan in training. Photo by Christine Bates.
When should homeowners call you about cleaning their chimney?
It’s based on how much wood you burn in your stove or fireplace. It’s like changing your oil based on mileage. After you burn one and a half cords of wood, […]
Camphill Village Coffee Shop serves up tasty treats & offers a welcoming, lively gathering space for the entire community to enjoy
All photos courtesy of Camphill Village Coffee Shop. Above: Ryan Huntington, Elijah Kent, and Laura Meza Assia at the shop.
From the moment you step into the Coffee Shop at Camphill Village, you’re sure to be greeted with the ambience of friendly chatter and a vibrant, inviting setting. I visited Camphill Village Copake in Copake, NY, which is the oldest and largest Camphill community […]
