This Month in Main Street Magazine
Whitney got a bit nostalgic this holiday season and is sharing fond memories and thoughts of Millerton, NY, a place she called home for over 20 years. For those not in the know, Whitney served as the editor of The Millerton News for the majority of that time, and as a result, became intimately connected […]
Welcome to December! With the holidays right around the corner, we’ve been busy gift shopping for all of our loved ones, and we know you’ve likely been doing the same! We’ve done research on the best affordable gifts, reached out to some local businesses to share their recommendations, and we’ve even given you some of […]
Frank Marquette of Murder Cafe pulls back the curtain on life behind production in new autobiography
A murder mystery dinner theater production doesn’t seem like something you’d just fall into, but that’s exactly what happened to Frank Marquette. Raised in Kingston, NY, Frank previously worked as a graphic designer, as an advertising executive, and in print newspaper publishing. He started performing on stage in high school and has been acting in […]
As December approaches, the pressure to find the perfect holiday presents for family and friends becomes all the more imminent. However, I’ve recently stumbled upon one special gem in Rhinebeck, NY, that’s sure to have you covered. Paper Trail was opened all the way back in 2005 by Serine Hastings and Maureen Missner, both of […]
On Sunday, November 17th at 3pm, the Ancram Center for the Arts will put on another installment of Real People Real Stories (RPRS), a long-time audience favorite that showcases the true stories of local residents. Having “been a signature part of every Ancram Center season since 2016,” this RPRS will revolve around a central theme: […]
With the holidays rapidly approaching, there are so many events and parades coming up all across the region. While this is by no means a complete guide, we’ve rounded up as many light shows, markets, parades, and other holiday events that we could find in the surrounding areas. New York Hudson Pop-Up Holiday Market at […]
This Month’s Featured Articles
An especially celebratory solstice
December can feel so dominated by the “big” holidays of Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa that the Winter Solstice, which occurs on the 21st or 22nd, depending on the year, is often overlooked. In its profoundly beautiful way, though, it’s a day worth celebrating. The folks at Olana State Historic Site in Hudson, NY, have an […]
Angels of Light provides hope and support for children and families in the Hudson Valley
Angels of Light, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Millbrook, NY, assists children and families with a life-threatening illness living or receiving treatment in the Hudson Valley, or whose life has been suddenly altered by an accident or loss of life. Easing the burden for children and families Angels of Light was first created over 20 […]
New festivities on the horizon: The Noble Horizons Auxiliary discusses their ongoing accomplishments and this year’s holiday market
This holiday season, the Noble Horizons Auxiliary will present their first two-day holiday market from 10am to 4pm on Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7. This departure from their popular, quarter-of-a-century tradition, the Festival of Trees, will bring about a new variety of delightful holiday activities and offerings while incorporating well-loved elements from past […]
Friends of East Gate works to preserve Hillsdale, NY, toll house & share a rich perspective of the local community’s history
Founded in 2016, the Friends of East Gate was launched with the goal of stabilizing, preserving, and restoring the historic East Gate Toll House, which is located alongside the modern-day State Route 23 in Hillsdale, NY. This organization consists of community members, local civic leaders, and historic preservationists who want to see this building saved […]
Walnut Cream Roll
JUNE RECIPE
2024 Beaujolais Nouveau
What other choice is there this week than the 2024 Beaujolais Nouveau?? November 21st was Beaujolais Nouveau Day around the world, a tradition that started way back in 1985 (though the French have been drinking it since the 1800s). The wine, made from Gamay grapes grown in Beaujolais, France, is bottled just six to eight weeks after the harvest. The fermentation is fast-forwarded by a process called carbonic maceration, in which carbon dioxide gas is added to the huge vessels in [...]
Family haven in Ghent
DEAL OF THE WEEK
Jenny’s moxie is like a snowball that keeps getting bigger! She adds a bit more moxie with every opportunity and experience she encounters. She has worked to improve the lives of others in ways that use her skills and talents while also getting out of her comfort zone and building her own capacities as well as those of the organizations and communities she serves. Having amassed a wealth of knowledge and expertise, Jenny believes in sharing what she has learned with others to help them find their own version of moxie.
