THIS MONTH’S FEATURED ENTREPRENEUR ARTICLE
The Elephants Tusk
With the holiday season in full force, everyone is busy with the hustle and bustle as well as finding just the right gift(s) for our friends and loved ones. For those looking to shop and support local when finding that unique gift for that special someone, or maybe you’re looking for a piece of furniture or household item(s), The Elephants Tusk on Main Street in […]
Teamwork
Since the magazine’s inception almost ten years ago, we have (almost without fail) featured a local business each month to give a glimpse into the ins and outs of that business. These entrepreneurs have been kind enough to share their words of wisdom, business inspirations and drive, as well as their challenges and what they’ve learned along the way. This month we were able to […]
All That Java
When coffee beans are picked from the stems of plants and removed from their protective coverings, they are green, tasting something like grass if they have any taste at all, and fibrous. The two species that dominate the coffee market, Arabica (coffea arabica) and Robusta (coffea canephora) did not rise to the top in their field (of 120 species) as exceptions to that reality.Whether the […]
Scottish Spirits
Several years ago, Main Street featured John Dyson and Millbrook Vineyards and Winery which Dyson and his wife started in 1979. Now he has created a new business with his daughter and son-in law – Tenmile Distillery in Wassaic, NY, and once again converted dairy acreage into a destination. It was time to talk again with this entrepreneur and learn about becoming a producer of […]
LEARN ABOUT LOCAL BUSINESSES
Sticks & Stones: Tattoo artist Nalla Smith shares all about his compelling creative journey and new Hillsdale, NY, shop with wife Christine Cherbonnier
“Like any kid who drew, I was lucky enough to have friends that were better than me at it,” quips tattoo artist Nalla Smith, owner of Sticks & Stones Tattoo in Hillsdale, NY. “So, that kind of showed me some tricks, but also gave me goals to get better at it.”
With Nalla having drawn seriously since the age of eight, in tandem with […]
Vivid venues: Finding the perfect, picturesque scenery for your celebration
Above photo courtesy of Locust Hill Barn.
The Hudson Valley is home to a lovely selection of venues that are perfect for any event, from your next party to your special day. Indeed, many of these venues are right in the nearby area in Dutchess and Columbia Counties, making for a gorgeous selection of scenic event spaces, complete with wonderful amenities, right in our backyard!
Foxtrot […]
Bring a dash of excitement to your event with these unique vendors
Planning an event is no easy feat. From the location to the food and the guestlist, there is so much to get done. But what about locking down a unique vendor for your big celebration? From mobile bar carts and trailers, to live painting artists and even acrobats – we’ve got you covered. Next time you’re planning an event, whether it’s a wedding or […]
Shop small. Shop local.
A few months ago, there was a bit of buzz about shopping small. Back in late February, the media blasted a message encouraging shoppers to participate in an “economic blackout.” Consumers would refrain from spending at major retailers such as Target, HomeGoods, and Lowe’s and would opt to spend at local businesses instead.
On that day, I happened to drive to Cold Spring, NY, to […]
