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The perfect study day: Wilson’s by High Watch welcomes Kent, CT, locals & out-of-towners
Along the strip of Main Street in Kent, CT, is the perfect place to relax, put your feet up, and get ready to dive into your studies or favorite book. Wilson’s by High Watch is a bakery and cafe that attracts readers, studiers, pastry eaters, caffeine drinkers, and everything in between. The community tables, two-seater couch, and comfy chairs in front […]
Black Barn Market returns to Millerton for second year in a row on December 7+8
SkyRise Farm will be hosting its second annual Black Barn Winter Market on Saturday, December 7, and Sunday, December 8, from 10am to 4pm in Millerton, NY.
A celebration of “craft, community, and care,” the Black Barn Winter Market is “a festive weekend created with the hope of fostering a sense of wonder, discovery, and connection with the […]
German Spiced Wine
With bellies full of turkey and the trimmings, it’s time to get out and shop. There are lots of holiday markets in the area, as there are around the world at this time. In Germany at the outdoor markets, people fill mugs with warm, spiced wine called Glühwein. The word literally translates to “glow-wine,” as that is how this boozy beverage […]
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The perfect study day: Wilson’s by High Watch welcomes Kent, CT, locals & out-of-towners
Along the strip of Main Street in Kent, CT, is the perfect place to relax, put your feet up, and get ready to dive into your studies or favorite book. Wilson’s by High Watch is a bakery and cafe that attracts readers, studiers, pastry eaters, caffeine drinkers, and everything in between. The community tables, two-seater couch, and […]
Black Barn Market returns to Millerton for second year in a row on December 7+8
SkyRise Farm will be hosting its second annual Black Barn Winter Market on Saturday, December 7, and Sunday, December 8, from 10am to 4pm in Millerton, NY.
A celebration of “craft, community, and care,” the Black Barn Winter Market is “a festive weekend created with the hope of fostering a sense of wonder, discovery, […]
German Spiced Wine
With bellies full of turkey and the trimmings, it’s time to get out and shop. There are lots of holiday markets in the area, as there are around the world at this time. In Germany at the outdoor markets, people fill mugs with warm, spiced wine called Glühwein. The word literally translates to “glow-wine,” as that is […]
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 especially celebratory […]
Celebrate December Every Day of the Month
It’s December! Let’s celebrate!
December can seem to be all about Christmas, although many celebrate Hanukkah and Kwanzaa this month. Plus, of course, there’s New Year’s Eve.
But, did you know that in December you can celebrate every day? There’s World AIDS Day, National Ding-A-Ling Day, National Underdog Day, and Forefathers’ Day. The first Monday of the month is […]
Slowing Down for a Hometown Holiday
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 to this […]
Full Circle
The oncoming car was cruising along in its own lane, likely doing something close to the speed limit and generally abiding by accepted rules of the road.
What caught our attention was not the way it was being driven, but what was hanging on its grille – a holiday wreath, complete with a red bow that […]
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Holidays During the Great Depression
However hard times may be pressing down on the hearts and purses of the citizens of Rhinebeck,” observed the December 26, 1931, Rhinebeck Gazette, “there is no evidence of it in the spread of holiday cheer about town.”
Like a fair number of us, we had family that were born and grew up in the teeth of the […]
Mad Rose Gallery
In an interview in 2015, Neal Rosenthal told Main Street his story of building a successful importing and wine distribution business. Now he and Kerry Madigan, long-time business and personal partners, have started a new business in the heart of Millerton, NY. I interviewed Neal and Kerry and Michael Flower, gallery director, on a sunny afternoon […]
The McKenzie Shoppe in Sharon emphasizes handmade artistry and unique vendors
When Kaleigh Kelley opened The McKenzie Shoppe in Sharon, CT, she wanted to do something different. Given that there are quite a few home goods shops in the region, she wanted to make sure that she was providing something unique to the community.
“I wanted to create a shop that had unique vendors with an emphasis on […]
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 years ago […]
Classical Style: Greek Revival Architecture
Post-election 2024 may be an appropriate moment to reflect on the Greek Revival architectural style, which dominated residential building from around 1820 to just before the Civil War. Based on Greek temples, the style continues today, not only in our public institutions from post offices to banks and churches, but also reimagined in elegant new homes and […]
A Walk on the Wild Side – Tony Henneberg
I first met Tony Henneberg in 1993 when he was an artist in residence at Mashomack in Pine Plains, NY. His sometimes-life-sized watercolors stand alone as majestically as the subject he has chosen. I caught up with Henneberg in his Pine Plains studio to discuss his current season’s mycology work; given this unusually arid fall, I was […]
Main Street’s Holiday Gift Guide 2024
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 our favorites as […]
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 years.
The formation […]
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 while also […]
Collaborative Cats: Saving the feline population one kitten at a time
Since she was a child, Beverly Ditto always knew that she wanted to start an animal rescue. It was one of several interests she had and one of the goals she intended to accomplish, so nearly 20 years ago, she made it so. Beverly founded Collaborative Cats, a foster-based feline organization located in Ancramdale, NY, […]
Family haven in Ghent
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Harvest Homestead in Pine Plains
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Veteran Profile: Troi Cookingham
Pine Plains, NY, native Troi Cookingham enlisted in the Army in September of 2020. “My uncle served in the Army and passed away in 2015. I knew it was something that I had to do. When I enlisted, I had this surreal, ‘What did I just do?’ type of feeling. However, I felt such pride […]
Picture Purrfect
Mom likes to keep updated pictures of us kids in the house and usually uses school pictures as the purrfect opportunity to do so.
Ellie recently had picture day at school and (unfortunately) her track record requires her to have to purrticipate in picture retake day. I’m happy to report that this year on the furrist […]
Le Jardin opens dynamic flower studio and shop in Amenia
Originally from France, Romane Recalde moved to Amenia, NY, with her husband in 2020. Romane grew up in the remote French countryside, near Bordeaux, but she never considered herself to be particularly outdoors-y. When she and her husband moved to Amenia, however, she found herself increasingly interested in gardening.
Fast-forward four years later, and […]
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 […]
Vibrant & beautifully curated Paper Trail in Rhinebeck, NY, has all your gift shopping needs this holiday season
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 […]
Edwardian charmer in Hudson
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The Ancram Center presents Real People Real Stories, an audience favorite featuring local storytellers
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 […]
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Veteran Profile: Charles K. Seymour II
When Claverack, NY, resident Charles K. Seymour II was a senior in high school, his class rank had dropped significantly from his junior year. Although he was accepted into the College of Basic Studies at Boston University, he was, as he puts it, “definitely not an academician,” and dropped out of school, “much to the […]
Holiday Parade, Market + Event Roundup
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 the Cannonball […]
Where to Get Your Christmas Tree
I know it seems like it’s too early to be talking about where to get a Christmas tree – it’s only November, after all! – but with more and more folks decorating for Christmas before Thanksgiving comes around, the Christmas tree farms have been selling out and closing for the season earlier each year. Below, […]
Stissing Theatre Guild presents Noises Off on December 6, 7, and 8
The Stissing Theatre Guild (STG) will present its fall play, Noises Off, a farce by English playwright Michael Frayn, on December 6, 7, and 8 at Stissing Mountain High School.
About the show
Noises Off is a farce that depicts the rehearsal, performance, and subsequent decline of the fictional […]
Nunu
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Coffee table book, Cold Spring, NY, puts the charming Hudson Valley town on display
Cold Spring, NY, a coffee table book providing an intimate glimpse into the picturesque Hudson Valley town, will be released on November 22.
The book, by Alissa and Will Malnati, features over 50 black-and-white photographs that offer a captivating look at the village of Cold Spring, located just 60 miles north of […]
Fortified Wines
Veteran Profile: Dan Hoysradt
Pine Plains, NY, native Dan Hoysradt enlisted in the Army National Guard in 2009. He served in the state of New York for four years, and since 2013, has served in the state of Connecticut.
“At the time that I enlisted, I didn’t really know what I wanted to do,” Dan said. College wasn’t […]
Cozy dining and comfort food at the Amenia Steak House
If you’re ever traveling east on Route 44 towards Amenia, NY, then chances are you’ve passed the Amenia Steak House. Located at the corner of Route 44 and Route 83, about one mile before the scenic overlook, the Amenia Steak House offers American cuisine in a cozy, atmospheric setting.
This is one of my […]
New Construction with big sky views in Salisbury
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Imagine a world…
Imagine a world full of peace. A world full of joy and acceptance. A world where, despite differences, people would work together for the greater good and discuss the beliefs and thoughts that they have different opinions on. A world that celebrates happiness, progress, differences, health and wellness, and is safe for all.
Imagine such a world…
My mind […]
Romeo & Sweetheart
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J. Lohr Estates Los Osos Merlot
Election Stress Disorder
As of this moment, we have a week until voters head to the polls to elect the next president of these United States, with Election Day set for Tuesday, Nov. 5. Once every four years our political process opens up so registered voters, 18 and older, are given the privilege — and the responsibility — to do […]
Hammertown explains why it’s important to have a long-term plan and work on a path to growth
Hammertown is a lifestyle store and interior design service. With three locations – Pine Plains, Rhinebeck, NY, and Great Barrington, MA, – Hammertown has become a destination for customers from all over the northeast. They offer everything one might need to decorate a home, from furniture, rugs, and lighting to tabletop, decor, antiques, and gifts. […]
Four Silos Land Management advises looking for needs and trends and carrying as little debt as possible
Ancram, NY-based Four Silos Management LLC., was founded in 2020 by Mason Berlinghoff, and has since served Northern Dutchess, Columbia County, and surrounding areas. They focus on creating a refined product using their specialized equipment. They pride themselves on being efficient and ecologically oriented land stewards.
Their approach centers around forestry and excavation that starts with design. […]
Elyse Harney Real Estate emphasizes cultivating a tradition of trust and hard work
One can hardly travel anywhere today within our tri-corner area without seeing a property listed for sale by Elyse Harney Real Estate. Elyse Harney founded her real estate firm in 1987. “My husband, John, and I had been the innkeepers at the White Hart in Salisbury, CT, for over 23 years and were blasting off into […]
Berlinghoff Contracting Inc. says creating a great team and growing with your clients is pivotal
Berlinghoff Contracting Inc. was founded over 20 years ago by Tim and Viviann Berlinghoff. It is located in the heart of Pine Plains, NY, and provides all aspects of electrical service for both commercial and residential properties, Kohler generator sales, and service for all generator makes and models.
“Tim had worked in the electrician field for […]
Associated Lightning Rod’s key to success: Focus, work hard, and take care of your employees
Associated Lightning Rod Company based in Millerton, NY, provides lightning protection for both residential and commercial structures. Owner Rob Cooper reports the company has over 60 years and three generations of experience: “My father started the business in the 1950s, and I came on board in 1987,” Rob said. “In 2002 I took over and bought […]
Dear Main Street Magazine Readers
Dear Main Street Magazine readers,
First off, thank you so much for reading this issue that has turned into our largest issue to date at 84 pages. It was last spring that Viviann Berlinghoff called me up and asked if I’d ever consider featuring young entrepreneurs because she’s very passionate about the topic. After some brainstorming and then […]
The Future Workforce of America
Just like the real estate market and inflation, the job market has had its fair share of ups and downs in recent years. Recent college graduates and those with a few years of work experience under their belts have been met with quite a few challenges. For many, the pandemic interrupted their college experiences and […]
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In Business: Commercial Real Estate Roundup
The real estate market in the Hudson Valley, Berkshires, and Litchfield hills has been on a wild ride. The pandemic fueled a lot of movement in the commercial and residential markets, and more recently, there’s been an uptick in demand for commercial real estate and mixed-use properties that can accommodate businesses and residents.
Although many businesses […]
The Curiosity of Collage – Vincent Inconiglios
Stepping into Vincent Inconiglios’s light-filled stone barn studio on Music Mountain in Falls Village, CT, reveals multimedia collages, gathered objects, and paintings. His curiosity and passion are infectious. He constantly considers his work and maneuvers pieces of recycled paper, as though he is forming thoughts on paper. Collage is the seed of his practice.
“Born […]
Rethinking the restaurant: After Hours founder Kevin Kelly brings creative dining experiences and community collaborations to Berkshire County
“I’m not a chef. I’m just a guy who loves to cook. And that, for me, is a huge reason why I wanted to do this,” says Kevin Kelly, founder and owner/operator of After Hours. “I really wanted to take on my own venture. I wanted to be able to have fun and cook and learn along […]
Colter Rule’s Autogalerie is a haven for car aficionados and collectors
24-year-old Colter Rule started his auto consignment business, Autogalerie, by accident. After stepping back from his previous startup, he realized that he wanted to do something with cars, but without a degree, he discovered quickly that he was a “difficult hire for an employer to justify.”
“I figured I would work at one of the online auction […]
A therapeutic hobby turned small business: Exploring the world of hand-beaded embroidery products with Beaded by Molly
22-year-old Molly Menniges, who hails from Falls Village, CT, launched Beaded by Molly this past June. Offering a unique selection of hand-beaded embroidery clothing and accessories, Molly explains what it’s been like turning her creative pursuits into a brand.
How did you come up with your business’s name and branding?
I always say if I hadn’t gone into interior […]
Offering everything Beneath the Moon: Mindy Holthe’s celestial, handmade jewelry creations
While Mindy Holthe had always considered herself a crafty, creative individual, it wasn’t until the pandemic struck in 2020 that simply dabbling in handmade jewelry-making and accessories transformed into a career opportunity.
The Rhinebeck, NY-based 25-year-old has been making earrings for herself to match her vibrant outfits and makeup since before the pandemic, with friends and colleagues often […]
Modernizing the barbershop experience with Bones Barber Co.
We caught up with 28-year-old Jordan Bonetsky of Bones Barber Collective in Hudson, NY, to learn about why he started his business, his experience in barbering, and what makes Bones Barber Co. special.
What is your business?
I own a barber shop called Bones Barber Collective. We officially opened in December of 2020, which I’m sure as you […]
Real estate agent Brierley Lloyd Hannan talks the power of motivation, creative branding, & the keys to a career in this important industry
Falls Village, CT, native Brierley Lloyd Hannan loves working with people, which inspired her to begin a career as a real estate agent. Shortly after becoming licensed in February 2024, she joined William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty.
The 23-year-old notes that as a graduate of Endicott College with a BS in exercise science, she was initially reluctant to […]
Blending mental wellness and herbalism with Brooke’s Botanicals
“I’ve been an entrepreneur since I was a child. I grew up wanting to make my career out of things that I enjoy doing,” said 33-year-old Brooke Bridges, a mental health speaker and owner of Brooke’s Botanicals.
Brooke started dabbling in herbalism in 2016, but immersed herself more fully when she was pregnant with her first child […]
A local couple who’s going viral: Callie and DeeDee on their success as social media influencers & how they stay motivated as creators
When Callie and DeeDee Davis first created their TikTok account in February of this year, they didn’t have hopes of going viral. They relied on trial and error and didn’t necessarily set out to make comedy content or even couples content. Callie initially posted tons of videos, both alone and with DeeDee, but was more focused on […]
Gillian Osnato’s Candy-O’s is the resident retro candy haven in Millerton, NY
During the pandemic, 35-year-old Gillian Osnato recognized that more and more people were being drawn to Millerton, NY. Its growing popularity has made the town a true destination. “I thought that every vacation spot needed a charming candy and ice cream store,” Gillian describes. “So, I decided to go for it!”
While working with her father at his […]
Anna Kallajian’s CrochetbyAK shines the spotlight on fiber arts
23-year-old Connecticut-based artist Anna Kallajian started crocheting back in 2020 during the pandemic. What initially began as a hobby to remain creative quickly snowballed into a business.
“Right off the bat, I knew I didn’t want to exclusively sell crocheted and knitted items. Oftentimes, they’re expensive because they are such a labor of love,” Anna said. “Accessibility […]
Four Silos LLC owner Mason Berlinghoff on navigating a constantly evolving industry & a business partnership close to home
21-year-old Mason Berlinghoff launched Four Silos Land Management LLC in 2020. The Amenia, NY, native talks about the intricacies of owning and operating the business, which has a primary focus on land management work including excavation, forestry, and gardening.
How did you decide to start this business? How did you come up with the business’ name and branding?
I […]
Carrying on a legacy: Michael Fournier of Fournier’s Lawn Care
Michael Fournier has been taking care of lawns since he was eight years old. The 30-year-old started working with his grandfather, Leonard “Lenny” Fournier, as a kid, and following his graduation from high school, he started his own lawn care business in 2012, appropriately named Fournier’s Lawn Care.
“I’ve done this my whole life,” he said. “My […]
Independent musician Glori Wilder talks songwriting inspiration, booking gigs, and her new album
22-year-old Glori Wilder has music in her blood. She wrote her first song when she was seven, and at age 19, she was officially signed to a record label. Now an independent artist, Glori is reshaping her identity and gearing up to release her first project since leaving her label.
“Glori is obviously a stage name,” she […]
New to the Industry: Salon owner and hair stylist Kayleigh Greene talks about designing her space & the courage of entrepreneurship
22-year-old East Canaan, CT, native Kayleigh Greene shares what it’s been like owning Industry Salon Studio, located in Canton, CT. The salon, which specializes in custom color and IBE extensions, opened a little over a year ago in April 2023.
How did you come up with your business’ name and branding?
I had a hard time coming up with […]
Totally Metal: Kody Goddard of KG Fabrication talks prioritizing client relationships and evolving as a business owner
28-year-old Kody Goddard discusses his metal fabrication and welding business, KG Fabrication, located in Ashley Falls, MA.
When did you start KG Fabrication and how did you come up with the name and branding?
I formed a DBA for KG Fabrication in 2016 when I was two years out of high school. I spent countless days and nights […]
Keegan Donovan’s Millbrook Beef + Dairy
22-year-old Keegan Donovan and her husband Brian are first generation farmers. Keegan had worked on farms while she was in high school, but she attended college for nursing and was working as a nurse when the pandemic hit. Brian, who had been milking cows commercially and shipping milk to distributors, suddenly found himself having to cut back […]
Farm to face: Harri Magaldi’s My Neighbor’s Tallow
30-year-old Harri Magaldi started My Neighbor’s Tallow in May of 2024. When her daughter presented symptoms of eczema, Harri wanted to find a way to treat it without using steroid creams. Instead, in the fall of 2023, she began experimenting in the kitchen to create an all-natural balm to help soothe her daughter’s skin. She works closely […]
Fred Kristjansson of Nailed It Building talks modern construction, large-scale projects, and building it right the first time
A passion for construction design, building, and renovations inspired 36-year-old Fred Kristjansson to found Nailed It Building & Construction in 2011.
Fred obtained his associate’s degree in business from Columbia-Greene Community College in Hudson, NY, and while in college, he began working for other construction companies and getting as much work experience under his toolbelt as possible, […]
All natural, gourmet dog treats at Percy’s Cookie Jar
33-year-old Elizabeth Vincent discusses making natural, gourmet dog treats, getting a small business off of the ground, and the dog that inspired it all.
Can you please introduce us to your business and the inspiration for it? Also, tell us about the name and branding?
I own Percy’s Cookie Jar, a gourmet, all-natural, homemade dog treat business. […]
Many irons in the fire: How Pig Iron Films’ Ted Perotti provides vibrant storytelling and filmmaking expertise
Ted Perotti launched Pig Iron Films in North Canaan, CT, in the summer of 2020. As a freelance filmmaker and independent contractor, Ted seeks to do more than simply record videos by going above and beyond to illustrate a strong narrative for his clientele. “Anyone can create videos or reels for social media,” says Ted. “I tell […]
Sustainable, accessible second-hand shopping at Shoppe Girl
Are you looking for clothes that are affordable, yet trendy? Sustainable, but cool? Quality, but good for the environment? If so, consignment boutique Shoppe Girl, on East Market Street in Red Hook, NY, might be for you.
Starting a business in the midst of a global pandemic might not seem like a very economical (no pun intended) […]
Crafting natural skincare with Simplye Suds
Gabrielle Garcia, 29, talks about creating natural and sustainable skincare, crafting the perfect product, and being a lifelong learner.
What is your business, and what led you to it? How did you come up with its name and branding?
I own a natural and organic soap and body care business called Simplye Suds. I started the business in […]
The Bar on West & Main
30-year-old Alexandra Occhicone and 31-year-old Arianna Milanese always wanted to open their own restaurant and bar, but the opportunity didn’t arise until the middle of 2022 when they found the perfect location for rent off of West Road in Pleasant Valley, NY. What followed was a seven-month process that included renovating and custom building the space, obtaining […]
Filmmaker Eli Hill’s Stone House Films curates a nature-inspired, movement-based perspective of video production
Earlier this year, 24-year-old Eli Hill began Stone House Films, a video production company specializing in branded documentary, dance, and music. The Sharon, CT, native began working in freelance video and photography in the midst of studying at the University of Vermont, where he earned a BS in food systems and community development.
Indeed, while his current work […]
Spreading the love with Tea Jams: William and Heidi Schneider blend delectable tea mixtures, organic fruit jams, and a passion for their product
“We set out to marry the sophisticated elegance of fine tea with the comforting tradition of homemade jam,” explains Tea Jams owners William and Heidi Schneider.
Launched by now 37-year-old West Cornwall, CT, native William in 2021, Tea Jams began with the goal of creating organic, low-sugar fruit jams infused with captivating tea blends. Made in small batches […]
Kori Rimany’s the english teacher candle co.
28-year-old Kori Rimany’s business started with a tomato-scented candle. One of her close friends gifted her a tomato-vine candle, and when Kori attempted to purchase another, she discovered that the business had closed. When she fell short in finding an adequate replacement, she decided to try her hand at making one herself.
Her first candle, the Skiff […]
Learning with the land at Thistle Pass Farm
33-year-old Ellie Brown owns and operates Thistle Pass Farm in Millerton, NY, a farm that grows vegetables, flowers, and herbs.
When did you start Thistle Pass Farm?
I started Thistle Pass Farm in January of 2023. The opportunity came up to lease the piece of land that I’m on, so that was […]
Discovering things to do and places to go in the Mid-Hudson Valley with Top Secret Folder
33-year-old Lucy SST started Top Secret Folder, a guide to local attractions, in early 2022. She had been working for a farm in Pine Plains, NY, where she encountered many visitors asking for restaurant and shop recommendations in the area. Upon discovering that no resource provided a comprehensive list of things to do in the immediate area, […]
Former NBA player Tyler Lydon provides basketball training in the Hudson Valley
28-year-old Tyler Lydon talks about his time in the NBA and how he’s brought his expertise home to work with students of all ages.
Can you tell us a bit about your business?
I own a basketball training business called Tyler Lydon Basketball Training, which I started in May of this year after my previous business partners and […]
Venturing out: Annie Johnson’s training business fosters thriving relationships between dogs and their owners
In August 2020, dog trainer Annie Johnson began Venture Out Dog Training, based in Norfolk, CT. Originally from the Poconos in Pennsylvania, the 32-year-old discusses her Board and Train program, wherein Annie takes clients’ dogs into her home for a two-week training session and then shows owners how to maintain what their dogs have learned.
How did you […]
36 Acres in Ancram, NY
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“Hillsdale in the 1930s – A Swinging Town!” depicts life in Hillsdale, NY, in the 1930s
“Hillsdale in the 1930s – A Swinging Town!,” a 22-minute documentary of footage filmed in Hillsdale, NY, between 1936 and 1938, will premiere on Saturday, November 2, at the Hillsdale Town Hall.
The historical value of the film
The original film footage was shot by an unknown filmmaker, and was in the possession of Palmer […]
Jeeves
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Finger Lakes Wines
Scenic Hudson’s Northside Hub project will reinvigorate Poughkeepsie neighborhood, bringing sustainability and support to the greater community
Scenic Hudson’s transformation of the 58 Parker Avenue property in Poughkeepsie, NY—“one of the most significant and transformational projects in its 60-year history”—aims to reimagine the former Standard Gage Factory site. The organization hopes to complete this monumental renovation by summer 2025.
Not only […]
Stressing Meowt!
Hi furriends! Sorry if it looks like I’m flipping the bird, but I am starting to feel seasonal stress sneaking up on me and I think talking it out might help?
Furrist and foremost—I know I go through this evfurry year, but I still don’t have a Halloween costume picked out. The time crunch is really stressing meowt, […]
An Evening with Sturgill Simpson at Forest Hills Stadium
In an interview with Rolling Stone in 2021, country music artist Sturgill Simpson stated that he was done making albums under his own name, following the release of his 2021 album The Ballad of Dood and Juanita.
“I always said there would be five, and I wondered if […]
Jace
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Tomasello Raspberry Wine
Clock Tower Grill celebrates food and farming in Brewster
At Clock Tower Grill, in Brewster, NY, owners Rich and Cassie Parente serve New American cuisine and source ingredients from 35 local farmers and artisans within a 70-mile radius, including their own farm, Clock Tower Farm.
When Rich and Cassie Parente opened Clock Tower Grill in March of 2013, their idea was to create a restaurant […]
Peanut
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Landmark Red from Whitecliff Winery
Silo Gallery presents “Thread and Canvas” on November 16
Silo Gallery in Middleburgh, NY, presents “Thread and Canvas,” in collaboration with artist Clare Watt, on November 16. Silo Gallery is housed in a 19th-century barn nestled in Upstate New York, a “region where quilting has been a long-standing tradition and cultural staple.”
“Thread and Canvas” is Silo Gallery’s fifth exhibition and was curated […]
Mabel & Theodore
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Silo Ridge Community Foundation brings elite show jumping to Amenia, NY
On October 4, 5, and 6, the Silo Ridge Community Foundation is hosting the Silo Ridge Masters, an elite show jumping competition featuring world ranked athletes and national classes for top junior and amateur riders, at Keane Stud in Amenia, NY, near Silo Ridge Field Club.
In addition to the competitive festivities, there are […]
Abilities First launches Abilibee app to empower individuals with developmental disabilities
Abilities First – a Hudson Valley nonprofit provider of educational, vocational, residential, and community-based services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families – launched a free, innovative app named Abilibee on September 26.
With funding from the New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities, the app will transform the ways in […]
Hopkins Vineyard Duet
Sustainable, local skincare brands My Neighbor’s Tallow and Mask Skincare collaborate on new product
Sarah Mirsini, founder of MASK Skincare, and Harri Magaldi, founder of My Neighbor’s Tallow, have collaborated on a new skincare product – a Sea Buckthorn & Geranium Facial Tallow Balm.
MASK Skincare – based in the Catskills – was founded in 2019 by Sarah Mirsini, a certified herbalist and holistic wellness educator. As a […]
Alan Cumming performs his cabaret show “UNCUT” at the Stissing Center
Alan Cumming brought his brand-new solo cabaret show “UNCUT,” with Henry Koperski at the piano, to the Stissing Center for Arts & Culture in Pine Plains, NY, this past Saturday.
Actor and author, Alan began his career in his native Scotland, but gained prominence for his role as The Master of Ceremonies in the […]
A conversation with New York Times best-selling author and history-inspired creator Daniel M. Lavery on the intricacies of his upcoming novel release, Women’s Hotel
With his upcoming novel, Women’s Hotel, releasing on October 15th, Daniel M. Lavery shares his approach to the writing process, what inspired his interest in women’s hotels, and the details of his work’s pertinent themes. Read on to learn more about an exciting event, in which Lavery will be in conversation with Alexis Coe, on the day […]
Reaching Higher Love: Exploring the writing journey, practicing self-acceptance, & finding true love
When writer, Interfaith Minister, and entrepreneur Anne (pronounced “Annie”) Kiehl Friedman began writing her memoir, Higher Love: a psychedelic travel memoir of heartbreak and healing, she embarked on a journey to rediscover her voice.
Friedman describes herself as having always been a journaler, using the medium to understand herself and move forward in light of her thoughts and […]
Connecting Columbia County: A stalled Harlem Valley Rail Trail bridge & its impact on Hillsdale, NY
Recently, community attention has revisited a long-awaited, but undeveloped, project to construct a connecting bridge for the Harlem Valley Rail Trail. With this bridge completed, the rail trail would connect Hillsdale to the approximately 24-mile section of already-built trail and the 1.5 mile section that runs from the Hillsdale Hamlet south towards Copake Falls. The expected benefits […]
A Lot to Learn: Artificial Intelligence and Education
What, essentially, is intelligence? The longer we spend on this earth, the more nuanced our definitions become as they incorporate qualities such as intellect, emotion, and insightfulness, some of which can be cultivated while others seem innate, native. For as long as students have attended school, formal education has attempted to inculcate the markers of intelligence in […]
Golf Course Design
Here we are, trusty weapon in hand, standing in the tee box of the 12th hole at Quaking Catalpas Country Club, gazing off in some vague direction of where we imagine our destination might be lurking around the corner behind trees so tall they’ve likely been around since the Martin Van Buren administration, a patch of tall […]
Skating, Theater, and Art Mix with Mixed Media Artist David Tankersley
What do an ice-skating competitor and instructor, roller skating coach, theater performer and choreographer, floral arranger, singer with a country album, and mixed-media artist have in common? They’re all together in one talented man, David “Tank” Tankersley.
Tankersley is originally from New Orleans. After a move to Tennessee, he started ice skating at age 13 and “never stopped.” […]
Tarot, Astrology & Self-Discovery at Tarot in Thyme in Kent, CT
Regina Olson is an intuitive tarot and astrology reader who owns Tarot in Thyme in Kent, CT. Tarot cards serve as tools of fortune-telling and self-discovery and are said to offer valuable information about our present, past, and future. Tarot has been around for hundreds of years and was previously tied into various religions, but Regina […]
Hudson Hall: A Place Designed to Bring the Arts Alive for All
For anyone interested in exploring art and design in the Hudson Valley, Hudson Hall on Warren Street in Hudson, NY, is a must. Extra-special for October is the Hudson Jazz Festival, happening October 4 through 6, both in and around the Hall, with a special Community Day kick-off on September 28.
About the space
Hudson Hall is a […]
T’is the Season
The buses are coming! The buses are coming!
Welcome to October in eastern New York, western Connecticut and Massachusetts, and Vermont. Welcome to the cavalcade of Vanhool, MCI and Prevost motor coaches rolling up and down Route 7 and Route 22, crossing the Mass Pike, winding up to Maine, crossing through New Hampshire and back, all in honor […]
Shoemaker: Millbrook-Based Paper Artist Linda Filley
Jimmy Choo, Manolo Blahnik, Christian Louboutin, and Chanel. For every fabulous shoe out there, there’s an enthusiast eager to slip her foot inside to determine if that magic slipper suits her style.
Renowned aficionados range from the real world’s Imelda Marcos – the Philippines’ former First Lady who amassed a collection of more than 3,000 pairs of shoes […]
Antique Houses and Their Passionate Owners
There is a community, a bond, a passion that some describe as an addiction, among the buyers and preservers of antique houses. They are not flippers or investors but regard themselves as guardians of architectural and community history, who share techniques and stories of their homes and structures built before indoor plumbing and electricity arrived.
What qualifies as […]
Plum & Apple Crisp
JUNE RECIPE
Grey House Publishing
When you go through the traffic light in Amenia, NY, you may notice a church lacking any religious hint with a very small sign by the entrance that spells out “Grey House Publishing.” This month’s Main Street interview with Leslie Mackenzie, co-founder and owner with her late husband Richard “Dick” Gottlieb, explains what this mysterious enterprise […]
Art is the Seed of Everything: A Conversation with Artists, Designers, and Architects Pilar Proffitt and Rob Bristow
What initially brought you to this area?
PP: The connection is a good friend whose family has a house in Norfolk, CT; Lucy and I went to college together. Her father, Pete Anderson, an architect, connected Rob and me. I went on a sailing trip with Pete and his family and was somewhat seasick, so he and […]
Friends of Spencer’s Corners Burying Ground restore and repair degraded monuments and gravestones in North East
Friends of Spencer’s Corners Burying Ground is a nonprofit organization based in Millerton and North East, NY whose volunteers are dedicated to the restoration and repair of the degraded monuments and gravestones at Spencer’s Corners Burying Ground.
About Spencer’s Corners Burying Ground
Spencer’s Corners Burying Ground is located on Merwin Road and is one of […]
300 Acre Wilderness Minutes from Great Barrington
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Under the Sun at Furnace Art on Paper Archive
As we embrace the fall, the trees colorfully dress themselves in their final attire before the winter, when their leaves gracefully return to the earth. This season of change, closing one chapter and opening another, is reflected in the current exhibition at Furnace Art on Paper Archive in Falls Village, CT.
This group of artists have chosen paper […]
Doc Holiday
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Moet & Chandon Rose Imperial
Charmed by Clairo: Understanding her evolution as an artist and the essence of her live performance at NYC’s Webster Hall
Clairo has well and truly enchanted audiences since she fully broke onto the bedroom pop scene in 2017. In early tracks, like “Pretty Girl,” her light, clear voice shines over the synth-y, low quality-sounding instrumentals characteristic of the genre.
As Ruby Crowhurst explains in an article on music and pop culture blog […]
Danish, Cinnamon Roll, & Brownie
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70 Acre Property in Sharon
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Lucy
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Franz Nicolay’s “Band People: Life and Work in Popular Music” paints a portrait of the musical middle class
On Thursday, September 26 at 6:30pm, author and musician Franz Nicolay will be in conversation with fellow journalist and author Joe Hagan at Morton Memorial Library in Rhinecliff, NY, to discuss the release of his new book, Band People: Life and Work in Popular Music.
The book provides a portrait of the […]
Whitecliff Winery Vidal Blanc
We wine lovers can be glad that all things pumpkin spiced haven’t found their way into our beverage of choice – yet! Apple, on the other hand, is a common flavor note in wine that is thoroughly delightful. A grape that grows well in the Hudson Valley and that has lovely notes of golden apple is Vidal […]
A Close Call
Mom loves her job and has received many compliments fur her advertising assistance. You might be surpurrised to know, but she sometimes jokes that she missed her calling in life as a doctor. She often knows how to treat certain illnesses without even seeing an actual doctor…the only thing she’s lacking is the white coat, […]
Dove Creek Lodge in Elizaville
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Pongo & Rex
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“Hudson Valley Abstractions” on Display at Mad Rose Gallery
Mad Rose Gallery’s new exhibition, “Hudson Valley Abstractions,” opened on August 30 and will run through October 6. The exhibit features paintings and ceramic works from three local artists: Ginny Howsam-Friedman, Basia Goldsmith, and Josh Nathanson.
Ginny Howsam-Friedman
A painter, Ginny received a BFA with honors from Pratt Institute and has studied at a variety […]
Dr. Konstantin Frank Riesling
Sunshine and blue skies! Let’s linger in summer with a chilled white wine. A semi-dry Riesling is wonderful this time of year. It goes with everything from grilled chicken to apple pie with a slice of melted cheddar on top. New York State is known around the world for producing exceptional Rieslings out of the Finger Lakes. […]
TB Ward’s Professional Human Opens at Upstream Gallery
English artist TB Ward’s fourth solo show, Professional Human, opens at Upstream Gallery at Hastings-on-Hudson on October 3.
About the show
The show utilizes classic portrait format to explore the 21st century idea of a personal brand. A press release about the show states, “It asks whether our value and relevance […]
37 Acres Along the Konkapot River
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Mid Century Perfection in Pine Plains
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Domino
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Hermann J. Wiemer Field Wine
I’m hanging on to summer as long as I can, and white wines help me stay in a summer frame of mind. The other night I opened a bottle of Hermann J. Wiemer Field, a white wine blend from this iconic Finger Lakes winery on the shores of Seneca Lake. Wiemer was a pioneer in the Finger […]
Album Review: The Lowdown Drifters blend old and new country on In Time
The Lowdown Drifters, a Texas-based band blending country, rock, and Americana, are releasing their third album, In Time, on October 25.
“The epitome of a rock band with a fiddle problem,” is how the Lowdown Drifters describe themselves on their website. The band consists of Big John Cannon on vocals […]
Twisted Sisters Coffee House: A coffee-lover’s atmospheric oasis in Hillsdale, NY
One early evening this summer, as I was picking up a pulled pork sandwich and burger to-go from Roe Jan Brewing Company in Hillsdale, NY, I noticed that the adjacent dark blue building – with its yellow accented windows, grape-colored door, and assortment of potted flowers and pastel garden gnomes out front – was open for business. […]
Summer People
It is, as we are confident you’re aware, September. For those still in the swirl of the academic calendar, it’s a new year. Although some locales have opted to begin classes in late August, the end of summer and the beginning of school have long been associated with Labor Day. Decades after graduation, there is still a […]
Take a Smaller View: The Long Trail
Sometime around last Christmas, it became apparent that I would have a window of time this summer to dispense with as I saw fit. Things playing out as they usually do during the holidays, I began to plan for the best use of that time that I could imagine: a hermitage far from mankind or any […]
Forbidden Fruit: C. Cassis Ferments Blackcurrant Aperitif in Rhinebeck
Blackcurrants might not be on the list of fruits you consume regularly, but did you know that they’re the most nutritious berry? Did you also know that blackcurrants were outlawed in the United States until 2003? They were deemed to be a potential threat to white pine, and as such, any kind of production with blackcurrants […]
Woman of Interest: About Tracy O’Neill’s latest memoir release and her experiences as an author and academic
On Thursday, September 12 at 6pm, author Tracy O’Neill will be in conversation with Jonathan Lee at Oblong Books in Rhinebeck, NY, to discuss the release of her new book, Woman of Interest. After reading this compelling memoir, I had the honor of speaking with O’Neill herself to learn more about her life, writing process, and the […]
The Klocke Estate: Magnificent & Magical
I had the pleasure of meeting John Frishkopf and Brett Mattingly, partners in life and business, in 2016 in their early days of exploring the Hudson Valley for a suitable location to start a bona fide brandy distillery. John visited the Hudson-Chatham Winery in Ghent, NY, where we had lots of Baco Noir grapes in the ground […]
Fall Into a Great Read at Rough Draft Bar & Books
As we transition into autumn, most of us return to some type of routine. For many, the fall season marks an official slowdown. The frenetic pace of squeezing so many activities such as swimming, hiking, and kayaking into long summer days, quickly comes to a halt. School returns, the number of invites to weekend barbecues […]
Door number one, or…?
In 1925, the world was all shiny and new again. The “War to End All Wars” had receded from the forefront of minds, and life could hardly be better for many, as the Roaring Twenties were in full swing. The Jazz Age, baby!
But now we’re looking 2025 in the eye and the burning question of the day […]
Taconic Distillery Celebrates Ten Years in the Hudson Valley
If you find yourself traveling on Bulls Head Road in Stanfordville, NY, you’ll likely find pass a sign for Taconic Distillery. A bit off the beaten path, the distillery, which is located on Bowen Road, is a community hub that is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year.
Owners Paul and Carol Ann Coughlin previously resided in […]
All about medical aesthetics at Tyte Medispa in Millbrook
Tyte Medispa founder, Lily Al-Nemri, is considered one of the pioneers of aesthetic medicine in the Hudson Valley. She opened her first medical spa location in Hopewell Junction in 2004, and since then, has rebranded, expanded service offerings, and moved her businesses to Millbrook, NY. This October, Lily will be celebrating 20 years of bringing medical aesthetics […]
There’s Something About Rhinebeck: Real Estate in the Village of Rhinebeck, NY
Some real estate agents have remarked, “If clients can’t afford Rhinebeck, they buy in Millerton,” due to the similar character and structure of these two Dutchess County villages, the latter being smaller in scale, size, and population. Over the last ten years, all walkable villages and hamlets with an active center have become more sought after, […]
When children become caretakers: Role reversal
A funny thing happens to children as they age – many find themselves becoming caretakers to their aging parents. While it can be a natural progression to take on these added responsibilities and many do so out of love, respect, and compassion, the role reversal can be stressful, confusing, and sometimes frustrating.
For children living in oblivion unaware […]
Homemade Granola
JUNE RECIPE
Frances Grace and Her Sweet Flower Farm
Frances Grace came in from the fields and sat down to talk over her kitchen table at Sweet Flower Farm in Copake one weekday afternoon. Her four-year-old son, Percy, played nearby with a spider he had made out of an egg carton and purple pipe cleaners. Her husband offered us some cookies from Camphill. Frances and […]
Dancing in a Mythical World – Sara Nesbitt
Through her multidisciplinary practice, Sara Nesbitt investigates historical places and narratives, touching on the current and the past. Her substantial drawing works depict animals and figures metaphorically dancing and chasing each other through the landscape; these scenes are all influenced by places Nesbitt has lived in in her travels. Ubiquitous architectural sites depict ‘the pulse of […]
21 Acre Parcel in Northeast
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Conundrum Wines
Is it summer? Is it fall? Is it time to get out the sweaters and put away the white pants and shorts? What a conundrum. Hey, there’s a wine for that. A really good one. Actually, two of them, both really good. If you’re feeling the this-way or that-way of this time of year, pour yourself a […]
Chloe
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Album Review: Post Malone makes his country debut with F-1 Trillion
Post Malone’s country debut encapsulates the sound of Nashville and mainstream country, with a little honky tonk flair and a healthy dose of help from other popular country artists.
Country music is all the rage right now, and for good reason. It seems that country has finally been able to burst through the doors that previously […]
Creed Brings the Summer of ’99 to Saratoga
It’s concert time again. Can you guess where I went? Saratoga Performing Arts Center, of course. Can you guess who I saw? Creed!
My parents and I headed towards SPAC on Saturday afternoon for the Summer of ‘99 tour, featuring Creed as the headliner and 3 Doors Down and Finger […]
Nyla
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Townscape of Millerton and North East – Celebrating 25 Years
Townscape, a nonprofit, volunteer-based organization that focuses on community beautification and revitalization in Millerton, NY, is celebrating its 25th year! Townscape was originally founded by Catherine Fenn – along with Renee Vollen and Jan Gilmor – as a volunteer committee in 1998, and was adopted by the Village of Millerton as a nonprofit entity in […]
Housatonic Valley Association receives grant to expand Connections Program
The Housatonic Valley Association (HVA), a conservation organization dedicated to the tri-state Housatonic watershed, has recently received a grant of nearly $100,000 from the Long Island Sound Study Community Impact Fund and the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
The grant was awarded through Restore America’s Estuaries, a non-profit conservation organization that is dedicated to […]
Eight Acres in Pine Plains
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This year’s Chad Malarchuk Scholarship Tournament
This Thursday, August 29th, starting at 9am, the Hillsdale Fire Company and Copake Country Club will be hosting the Chad Malarchuk Scholarship Tournament 2024. The tournament’s chicken BBQ, offering half chicken meals with all the fixings, will be held the same day, with takeout starting at 3pm.
Each year since 2018, the Chad Malarchuk Scholarship has awarded $1,000 […]
Stuart
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Mirabeau’s Forever Summer Rose
I know several people who are headed off to vacation next week, another reminder that summer is coming to an end. Summer is my favorite season, so to keep those vibes going, I’m turning to a bottle of Mirabeau’s Forever Summer Rose. This wine is a winner in so many ways – first, that it keeps the […]
Additional fundraising efforts for Kemmerer Farm
On Thursday, July 18, Kemmerer Farm, a 100-acre hay farm located in Stanfordville, NY, suffered a massive fire that devastated the farm, took out three barns, and destroyed all of their trucks and tractors, other farming equipment, and their office.
Kemmerer Farm has been in existence for over 100 years, and generations of Kemmerer’s […]
Understanding today’s car sales industry with Lann Rubin II of North East Ford
The market for buying a car has changed significantly in recent years. Between the effects of the pandemic and other major shifts, the industry’s sales are not what they used to be. Lann Rubin II, founder and owner of North East Ford in Millerton, NY, shares about the current state of the car market and […]
Scoobie
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Four Winds Farm in Cornwall
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Harmony
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My Golden Birthday
Surpurrise! I just couldn’t wait until next week’s normally scheduled post to celebrate with you all. What are we celebrating you ask? It’s my golden birthday today! That’s right, I’m turning fifteen on the fifteenth! That’s a grand total of three pity-paws and one toe bean if you’re counting along with me.
I’ve been too busy […]
Freakshow Zinfandel
Are you as sad as I am that the Olympic games in Paris are over? I was as over-the-top about them as Jimmy Fallon was as he co-hosted the closing ceremonies. Well, it’s on to Los Angeles in 2028. So let’s embrace that with the same enthusiasm that Tom Cruise brought to it, ziplining into the Stade […]
Panacea builds a menu around seasonality in Amenia
Panacea (pronounced pan-uh-see-uh) is the newest restaurant in Amenia, NY. The name has Greek roots and means “the cure all” or the “remedy.” Panacea owners Jake Somers and Khendum Namgyal (who are also engaged!) purchased the building, which previously served as Serevan, a Mediterranean restaurant, from chef Serge Madikians.
They were operating on a […]
Trotwood Restaurant at the Glen Falls House
Last week, Lindsey and I decided to travel across the river to visit the Glen Falls House in Round Top, NY. It had been a minute since I had been over to Greene County, and I can honestly say that I forgot just how beautiful the Catskill Mountains are. I had heard about the Glen […]
Creating the high ground: Gardening around record rainfalls
By FireDean Schilling
There is a saying among horticultural pros: “Plant it high, it won’t die. Plant it low, it won’t grow.” Never before has this been more true. Violent rains are the new normal – remember July and August? Once upon a time, these were the two months that Mother Nature would […]
“Soft Animals” on display at Bes in Millerton
“Soft Animals,” a curated show of ceramic, textile, video, and painted pieces, is now on display at Bes in Millerton, NY. Curated by owner and ceramicist Erica Recto, the show features the artwork of seven different local artists, including Recto, all of whom are mothers.
About the show
The show is titled “Soft Animals,” after […]
Country Retreat on 10 Acres
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Lana
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Contra Naturam at ICEHOUSE Project Space
I was invited to a unique preview of this upcoming show, Contra Naturam, at ICEHOUSE Project Space. For the uninitiated, this is an intimate space where artist KK Kozik invites artists to install, perform, and collaborate with the original ICEHOUSE on her property in Sharon, CT.
This is not just a work of art, but a collaborative […]
Joshua Frankel’s One and the same body at Standard Space
Joshua Frankel’s Exposed to everything and attracting everyone
Joshua Frankel is a visual artist, animator, and director who grew up in Hell’s Kitchen, NY. He lives at the Wassaic Project with his wife and artist, Eve Biddle. His current show, One and the same body, at Standard […]
Marigold Bridal reimagines the wedding gown search in the Hudson Valley
In August 2023, Shveta Boisson launched Marigold Bridal, located in Stanfordville, NY. With a collective 20 years in the fashion and bridal industries, Shveta had acute awareness of the bridal shopping experience, as well as the wedding gown’s typically short life cycle. While there is a vast market for second-hand wedding gowns online, Shveta acknowledges […]
Muscadet de Sevres
Oh no, the Olympics are over on Sunday! Waste no time in reaching for more French wine! How about a crisp, refreshing, and lastingly lovely white wine? It’s a Muscadet de Sevres et Maine sur Lie. That’s a very long name for a wine, and it’s worth getting to know. The Muscadet is not what we associate […]
Romance Community Interviews: Author Alexandra Hale
In honor of Read-A-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month, this August we’ll be sharing the insights of romance authors who have been navigating the world of the genre and writing all about love in their latest novels. For this month’s issue, we took a look at the entire romance bookish community and what makes it so special […]
Romance Community Interviews: Bookfluencers Lisa Gray & Merrit Townsend
In honor of Read-A-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month, this August we’ll be sharing insights from members of the romance bookish community! For this month’s issue, we took a look at this community and what makes it so special in this article, and interviewed internationally best-selling romance author TL Swan to learn more about her writing […]
Spacious Contemporary in the Center of Litchfield
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Romance Community Interviews: Reader Lakshmi Praveen
In honor of Read-A-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month, this August we’ll be sharing insights from members of the romance bookish community! For this month’s issue, we took a look at this community and what makes it so special in this article, and interviewed internationally best-selling romance author TL Swan to learn more about her writing […]
Romance Community Interviews: Author Nicole Abrams
In honor of Read-A-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month, this August we’ll be sharing the insights of romance authors who have been navigating the world of the genre and writing all about love in their latest novels. For this month’s issue, we took a look at the entire romance bookish community and what makes it so special […]
North East Ford Car & Motorcycle Show on August 4
Mark your calendars and start your engines! On Sunday, August 4th from 12pm-4pm, North East Ford in Millerton, NY, will be holding their second annual Car & Motorcycle Show. You won’t want to miss out on the fun!
Owner of North East Ford, Lann Rubin II, describes the atmosphere of the event as more […]
Rain
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Romance Community Interviews: Reader Cait
In honor of Read-A-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month, this August we’ll be sharing insights from members of the romance bookish community! For this month’s issue, we took a look at this community and what makes it so special in this article, and interviewed internationally best-selling romance author TL Swan to learn more about her writing […]
Romance Community Interviews: Photographer Michelle Lancaster
In honor of Read-A-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month, this August we’ll be sharing insights from members of the romance bookish community! For this month’s issue, we took a look at this community and what makes it so special in this article, and interviewed internationally best-selling romance author TL Swan to learn more about her writing […]
Romance Community Interviews: Reader Evelyn
In honor of Read-A-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month, this August we’ll be sharing insights from members of the romance bookish community! For this month’s issue, we took a look at this community and what makes it so special in this article, and interviewed internationally best-selling romance author TL Swan to learn more about her writing […]
Romance Community Interviews: Bookfluencer Mindy Menotti
In honor of Read-A-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month, this August we’ll be sharing insights from members of the romance bookish community! For this month’s issue, we took a look at this community and what makes it so special in this article, and interviewed internationally best-selling romance author TL Swan to learn more about her writing […]
Romance Community Interviews: Author Lyra Parish
In honor of Read-A-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month, this August we’ll be sharing the insights of romance authors who have been navigating the world of the genre and writing all about love in their latest novels. For this month’s issue, we took a look at the entire romance bookish community and what makes it so special […]
Romance Community Interviews: Reader Sherrece Tanner
In honor of Read-A-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month, this August we’ll be sharing insights from members of the romance bookish community! For this month’s issue, we took a look at this community and what makes it so special in this article, and interviewed internationally best-selling romance author TL Swan to learn more about her writing […]
Romance Community Interviews: Photographer Wander Aguiar
In honor of Read-A-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month, this August we’ll be sharing insights from members of the romance bookish community! For this month’s issue, we took a look at this community and what makes it so special in this article, and interviewed internationally best-selling romance author TL Swan to learn more about her writing […]
Romance Community Interviews: Bookfluencer Brittany McKeel
In honor of Read-A-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month, this August we’ll be sharing insights from members of the romance bookish community! For this month’s issue, we took a look at this community and what makes it so special in this article, and interviewed internationally best-selling romance author TL Swan to learn more about her writing […]
Romance Community Interviews: Autumn Sexton & Wordsmith Publicity
In honor of Read-A-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month, this August we’ll be sharing insights from members of the romance bookish community! For this month’s issue, we took a look at this community and what makes it so special in this article, and interviewed internationally best-selling romance author TL Swan to learn more about her writing […]
Romance Community Interviews: Author Carolina Jax
In honor of Read-A-Romance Month and Romance Awareness Month, this August we’ll be sharing the insights of romance authors who have been navigating the world of the genre and writing all about love in their latest novels. For this month’s issue, we took a look at the entire romance bookish community and what makes it so special […]
Internationally Best-Selling Romance Novelist TL Swan’s Career is a Lesson in Perseverance and Authenticity
TL Swan’s career as an independently published romance author began when she found a diary, sitting at the bottom of a moving box that she didn’t recognize, with a pen wedged in between the pages.
Fourteen years ago, Swan purchased a business with her husband and the two endured great financial hardship as a result. Having […]
A Return to Reading Romance: Exploring the Genre’s Avid Popularity and What Makes Romance So Special
Last August, in honor of Romance Awareness Month and Read-A-Romance Month, I wrote an article for Main Street highlighting the insights and accomplishments of independently published romance novelists AK Landow, Brooke O’Brien, Jade Dollston, and Maggie Rawdon. According to market research company Circana (formerly IRI Worldwide and The NPD Group), US print romance sales increased to […]
Say Whut?
Let’s get this out of the way before anyone gets the misguided idea this is some sort of scholarly piece: I am most decidedly not a grammarian, or much of any other kind of marian. If anything, I’m a whatinhellisgoingonherearian who may possess at least a passing familiarity with this readin’ ‘n’ writin’ thing, and as such […]
Herbalism Education with Foliage Botanics
Hannah Schiller is a clinical, community herbalist and ecologist and owner of Foliage Botanics in Pine Plains, NY. Hannah believes that herbal knowledge and land connection is a birthright and that everyone deserves access to affordable, empowering, and supportive healthcare.
What is herbalism, you ask? Hannah describes it as follows: “Herbalism is essentially the practice […]
August Reverie
After spending many decades in the tri-state area (we refuse to divulge the number for fear it might incriminate us), we have come to relish the celebrations of August. With summer in full swing and vacation days invested in golf and swimming and boating and bicycling and simply soaking up the sun, it is time to add […]
Cooper’s Daughter Crafts Smooth Spirits in Claverack
Take a drive down the single-lane gravel path off of State Route 23 in Claverack, NY, and you’ll find yourself greeted with warm restored barns, a cocktail garden with an abundance of seating, and – of course – spirits aplenty.
Cooper’s Daughter Spirits, located at Olde York Farm, is a woman-owned and family-operated distillery, cooperage, and […]
The White Hart Celebrates Its Tenth Anniversary
The White Hart in Salisbury, CT, is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year. Originally built as a farmhouse in 1806, the White Hart underwent a large-scale renovation in 2010 and officially reopened its doors in 2014.
The White Hart boasts 16 guest rooms, three dining rooms, a taproom with a full-service bar, two outdoor dining patios, […]
On a Mission: The Covet Collective in Rhinebeck, NY
Fashionistas who are looking to stock up on fall faves should certainly shop at The Covet Collective – a Rhinebeck-based boutique that opened in April 2024. Yvette Rogers and Kerry Lee Zeff are the girl power and creative energy behind this new retail destination, which offers sustainable, ethical goods.
For this duo, dreams really do come […]
I Thrifted It! An Investigation Into the World of Secondhand Clothes Shopping
Throughout my life, I’ve struggled with a bit of a germ problem. Particularly when the pandemic hit, and I barely did anything outside the house, my concern whenever I did branch out was underscored by the threat of getting sick. My approach to fending off the virus, besides masks, looked like: Purell application before and after […]
Sharon, CT Real Estate Market
What’s happened in the last five years
Exactly five years ago, Main Street Magazine looked at the Town of Sharon and its real estate market. Today, we wondered if anything had changed in this New England town. Was traditional Sharon the same place post-COVID? Had Sharon maintained its character and quiet demeanor? Did anything change in the real […]
Chicken Burgers with Garlic Scape Pesto
JUNE RECIPE
Jason Jobson of The Dutchess Trading Company on Millerton’s New General Store
There’s a new store in Millerton in the renovated building on Main Street that had been Terni’s for over a hundred years. We talked with Jason Jobson, one of the partners in the endeavor, along with Richard Lambertson and Christophe Pourny, one hot July morning before the store opened for the day.
How did you come up with […]
The Accidental Ceramicist – Josh Nathanson
It is a hot summer morning, and I am heading to interview Josh Nathanson, a ceramicist from Cape Town in South Africa who now lives near Stanfordville, NY. Josh and his husband Brett ran Gallery and Goods in Pine Plains, NY, for several years as an outlet for local artists, including themselves, to show their work. […]
Côtes du Rhône
With the beautiful backdrop of Paris for the exciting Olympic games, I have to go with a French wine this week. I love seeing teams from around the world, and so I’m also going with a blend. Wines from the Côtes du Rhône are wines that shine thanks to the different grapes that go into them. One […]
Kent Sidewalk Sale Days bring exciting festivities and tons of savings to the Northwest Corner
This year, you can stop by the Kent Sidewalk Sale Days from Thursday August 1st through Sunday August 4th to enjoy a plethora of offerings and activities. While hours of the shops vary, the time frame is generally from 10am to 5pm each day, and the event takes place rain or shine! I spoke with […]
Shaker Mill Books: Unique literary finds and book art displays in West Stockbridge, MA
Eric Wilska, owner of Shaker Mill Books, has been in the book business since he was 24 years old. Previously founding and owning the Bookloft in Great Barrington, MA, for 42 years, and launching a mostly internet-driven offshoot called Found at the Bookloft in West Stockbridge, MA—in addition to a used bookstore called Running Fence […]
Mid-Century Gem in Millerton
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Sammy Hagar Rocks Saratoga
A few months ago, I had been searching for what to buy my dad for his birthday. I’m sure you’ve all encountered this problem with at least one person in your life. They’re hard to buy for; what do you get for the person who has everything? There are only so many wallets, fishing lures, […]
Inaugural Scenic Sips Fest showcases the significance of Columbia County & its many offerings
Columbia County is home to a truly thriving variety of businesses, including a notable array of artisanal beverage producers. In an effort to spotlight the area’s breweries, cideries, wineries, and distilleries, this year’s first Scenic Sips Fest will be held on August 3rd from 4-8pm. Organized at Roeliff Jansen Park’s Hilltop Barn in Hillsdale, NY, […]
Creamsicle
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Furnace – Art on Paper presents Kim Schmidt Fine Art
We all love a pop-up, and this show is well worth browsing both the wall and flat files. Art dealer Kim Schmidt has taken over Furnace – Art on Paper, curating a salon-style show of works on paper with a large bandwidth. Schmidt is more often showing at art fairs, so seeing these works in […]
Ongoing fundraiser to support the Kemmerer Farm after devastating fire
On Thursday, July 18, Kemmerer Farm suffered a massive fire that devastated their farm. The fire took out two barns, all of their trucks and tractors, other equipment, and their office.
Kemmerer Farm is a 100-acre hay farm located in Stanfordville, NY. The farm is a family affair; John Kemmerer Sr. and Clara are […]
Bubbly Veuve Clicquot
To celebrate the start of the Olympic games in Paris, I think only Champagne will do. Settle in for the Opening Ceremonies with a bottle of The Best (in my opinion): Veuve Clicquot. Perfected centuries ago by la grande dame herself, Madame Clicquot, this iconic bubbly with its signature orange label is as bright and elegant as […]
THE PROM Opens at Sharon Playhouse, Starring Kate Baldwin
THE PROM opens at the Sharon Playhouse on Friday, July 26 and runs through Sunday, August 11. The show stars Broadway veteran and two-time Tony Award nominee Kate Baldwin. We sat down with Kate ahead of the show to get the details on the show and why you should get tickets!
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Noah Kahan’s poignant, inspiring Madison Square Garden debut
When I first listened to Noah Kahan’s “Homesick” in late 2022, I was struck by how I felt so seen by an artist who, at that point, had just released a triumph of a third album, Stick Season. I hadn’t heard any of his other songs at the time and had […]
Stylish Country Home in Ancram
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Foo Fighters Perform an Ever-Short Show at Citi Field
When I left Millerton on Wednesday around 3 o’clock to head towards Citi Field in Queens, the weather prognosis for the evening did not look good.
Despite the soggy weather, I was in incredibly good spirits. Why, might you ask? Because I was heading to see my favorite band live for the first time. […]
The Bear Butter shop officially opens in Great Barrington
The idea for Bear Butter all started with creator Jon Vella’s acai bowl and smoothie shop, The Spot, in Pittsfield, MA. He opened the juice and smoothie bar, located on Tyler Street, in 2018, and while trying to grow The Spot’s brand, Jon found himself eating a lot of protein balls from a coffee shop […]
Zorro
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Swim Lessons
Hi furriends. Hope you’re staying cool! Furrom what I hear it’s been supurr hot out there. TGFBAIK! (That stands fur, “thank goodness fur being an indoor kitty!”) Mom has kept the house at a comfurrtable 73 degrees around the clock with the help of the A/C’s and keeping the shades drawn. She’s also been brushing me […]
Roxy
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Album Review: Zach Bryan’s The Great American Bar Scene is a portrait of small-town America
Zach Bryan released his fifth studio album, The Great American Bar Scene, on July 4. Feels pretty patriotic to me.
Bryan spent almost a decade in the United States Navy, where he spent his nights writing music until he earned an honorable discharge in November of 2021 to pursue a […]
Extra Special Teas employs adults with special needs in Great Barrington
When Cherri Sanes’ son Jache turned 21, she was trying to decide what the next steps were going to be for him. Jache has autism and in the state of Massachusetts, once a student turns 22 years old, public school is no longer an option.
Cherri was concerned that Jache would have no place […]
Wonderful Quiet Cabin Compound
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Ratatouille
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Cookie
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Popsicle Spritz with Mionetto Prosecco
Mid-July and we’re in the dog days of summer. Yikes! Hopefully you can find yourself poolside on these sweltering days, and here’s the perfect poolside refresher: a popsicle spritz! Spritzes are quite popular these days, and it’s no wonder why. They’re basically sparkling wine added to a liquor of your choice, such as Aperol or St. Germaine […]
Your guide to picnicking in the region
Did you know that July is National Picnic Month in the United States? We at Main Street love a good picnic and put together some of our recommendations for creating the perfect picnic below.
Best picnic locations
Before we can even enjoy our picnic, we have to find a place to […]
Luxurious Country Compound
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Tyler Childers Performs a Dynamic Show at SPAC
Last Wednesday, we once again ventured to Saratoga Performing Arts Center for what was one of my most highly anticipated concerts of the summer: Tyler Childers.
I know, I know, another country concert. I’m sure by now you’ve gathered that I’m a pretty big country music fan, and yes, my […]
All about organic at Deep Roots Farm in Copake
Deep Roots Farm is a family run farm in Copake, NY. Run by farmers Scott and Stormie O’Rourke and their two daughters, Scarlet and Fiona, they grow organic food with regenerative and sustainable practices at the forefront.
Scott got his first interest in […]
The Federalist Cabernet Sauvignon
Sharon Butler’s Buildingdrawing show at Furnace – Art on Paper Archive
Sharon Butler’s solo show, Buildingdrawing, at Furnace – Art on Paper Archive, located at 106 Main Street in Falls Village, CT, is a unique experience. Her double-sided drawings, a rare sight, welcome you as you enter. They hang at a 90-degree angle from the wall, offering an intimate view of both sides. This arrangement allows the […]
Lagrangeville’s Hangars Cafe offers a unique, delicious brunch experience
This past Saturday, my boyfriend and I were contemplating breakfast spots, and decided upon Hangars Cafe, which overlooks Sky Acres Airport in Lagrangeville, NY. It is safe to say that we will be returning soon, as our experience was wonderful, complete with a tasty meal […]
High Spirit Community Farm provides residential farm living for adults with intellectual disabilities
High Spirit Community Farm is a therapeutic residential and farm-based work program for adults with intellectual disabilities in Great Barrington, MA.
The organization was founded back in 2014 when parents of young adults with intellectual disabilities were struggling to find placement for their children after they aged out of other residential programs in the […]
Big Gay Hudson Valley: Fostering Queer Community in the Region Since 2008
In honor of Pride Month this June, we will be highlighting local Pride organizations that support and empower the region’s LGBTQ+ community. The modern LGBTQ+ rights movement began with The Stonewall Rebellion on June 27th, 1969, in protest of the NYPD’s raids on gay bars. According to the Trevor Project, […]
SPARC Park in Stanfordville Has Official Grand Opening
SPARC Park in Stanfordville, NY, held their formal grand opening on Wednesday, June 26.
The town of Stanfordville just completed an all-volunteer rebuild of the iconic playground at the recreation center. The original SPARC Park was built over 30 years ago as a community-led and built project, and a group of community members organized […]
Family Farm: Migliorelli Farm Has Been Feeding the Hudson Valley’s Residents for Nearly a Century
The Hudson Valley is renowned for its abundance of food, restaurants, and chefs from the crops that are cultivated and grown on its land to the many chefs and food-, beverage-, and hospitality-industry employees who graduate from The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park to the farm-to-table restaurants and the foodies who enjoy indulging in dishes […]
The Struggle to Sustain a Salubrious Scullery with Zero Food Waste
For readers who may remember my article from last July’s issue that like this one centered around food and drink, this is a follow-up to the challenges I face as a foodie trying to buy fresh, local, and primarily organic ingredients I can whip into Michelin-star-worthy meals that miraculously remain healthy. I’ve been trying to cook […]
Tees and Trees: Disc Golf for Newbies
My journey with disc golf began last month, but the sport has been on my mind for years. I have the UDisc course locator app on my phone and a starter set of discs, but they were just collecting dust – until a chance encounter at the Salisbury-Sharon Transfer Station. There, I reconnected with Earl Dakers, my […]
Take a Tasting Tour of Places Near and Far
Who doesn’t like wine? Or maybe rather than being an oenophile (a connoisseur of wines), you are a zythophile (someone who loves beer and all things beer-related), or a cocktail connoisseur (a keen appreciator of spirits).
Napa Valley has nothing on the Hudson Valley and its environs; you can barely twirl a corkscrew without it pointing to […]
Community (and Beer) is Brewing at Lasting Joy Brewery
The Hudson Valley is a great place to be if you’re a beer lover. The region is brimming with breweries, and in Tivoli, Lasting Joy Brewery just celebrated its second anniversary in June.
Lasting Joy owners Alex and Emily Wenner opened the brewery on 31 acres off of Lasher Road in Tivoli, NY. The brewery boasts a […]
Dinner on Speed Dial
Managing a move from the Litchfield Hills to the outlying suburbs of Boston is no mean feat. In our case, it involved the standard “tag sales,” farewell dinners with friends, all of which ended up with the de rigueur “We’ll see you soon,” and multiple visits to the town transfer station to make deposits on the “gift […]
Ugly Donut Co. Brings Specialty Crafted Donuts to Stanfordville
Glynis Carpenter stumbled upon the idea to start Ugly Donut Co by accident.
While she doesn’t necessarily have a sweet tooth, per se, if she’s going to pick up a sweet treat, it’s going to be a donut. Her 11-year-old son, who inherited his love of donuts from Glynis, recently asked her for ‘special’ donuts for his […]
American Dream: Christopher Dorsey Brought His Talent to Kips Tavern in Rhinecliff
The riverside town of Rhinecliff is home to Kips Tavern – an American eatery with sweeping water views and all the charm that one would expect from a century old building located across from the Rhinecliff train station.
The quiet town boasts all the wonderful sights and sounds of country living. From the vistas that include quaint hillside […]
Salute Mobile Bar + Cocktails Brings Curated Drinks to the Hudson Valley
Madison Kiggins grew up in the hospitality business. Her parents, Jason and Madeline, own two restaurants: Madison’s Pizza Cafe & Catering in Pleasant Valley – which is actually named after Madison – and Jason Patrick’s on 44 in Poughkeepsie.
So when she graduated from Marist College with her bachelor’s degree in business administration in 2023, it seemed […]
Estuo and Kae Iwamoto of Hana Sushi: Japanese Fare Created from the Heart
Estuo and Kae thirty years ago
What I was most excited about when I first moved to Rhinebeck, NY, last August was getting to try the variety of restaurant options in the towns along the 9G corridor. Prior to moving to Rhinebeck I lived in a rural spot in […]
Talk of the Towne: Feeding the Millerton Community for 18 Years
If you’re familiar with Millerton, NY, then chances are, you’re also familiar with the Talk of the Towne deli, located off Route 44 near the NY/CT border.
Sisters Mary Hosier and Sandy Sherman the owners of Talk of the Towne, are no strangers to food service. They previously ran the Village Diner in Millerton for 13 years […]
Dassai Blue is Sake Gold
It was a beautiful day for a scenic drive from Troy to Hyde Park, through Rensselaer and Columbia Counties into Dutchess County. I was traveling with a special friend, sun roof open, soaking up the sunshine and gasping at how green everything was for mid-May. All was right with the world on that sunny Sunday.
It […]
Pick Your Own Real Estate: Orchards & Agrotourism
The Hudson Valley is orchard land. Ulster County on the west side of the Hudson River is the second largest apple producer in New York and the second biggest apple-growing state in the United States, which is the second biggest producer of apples after China. The Hudson Valley, according to Elizabeth Ryan, owner of Breezy Hill Orchard, […]
A Red Fox’s Guide to Eating In and Around Poughkeepsie, NY
This past May, I graduated from Marist College with a BA in English writing. Despite an unconventional start to my undergraduate career because of the pandemic’s restrictions and fears, it was an extremely rewarding four years. I was able to form an incredibly supportive community and pursue fulfilling academic opportunities that I would not have imagined as […]
Summer Pasta Salad a la Connor
JUNE RECIPE
Chef to Mushroom Entrepreneur: Devon Gilroy, Founder of Tivoli Mushroom
We sat down with Devon Gilroy, the founder of Tivoli Mushroom in Hillsdale, NY, to learn about the mushroom business and how he made the switch from being a chef to a mushroom entrepreneur.
How did you go from being the acclaimed chef at The Corner at Hotel Tivoli to growing mushrooms?
Maybe it started when I worked at […]
A Moment in Time
Linda Stillman grew up in the Hudson Valley in Orange County, NY. She and her husband discovered their home in Hillsdale in 1980. “It was a rundown, beautiful farmhouse, inexpensive because no one wanted a big, old farmhouse in that era as fuel was prohibitive. We were young and naive and didn’t know how hard it was […]
Riunite Lambrusco
The Hotchkiss Library of Sharon is Hosting its 26th Annual Sharon Book Signing
With this year’s highly anticipated summer book signing event in Sharon, CT, on the horizon, I spoke with Hotchkiss Library of Sharon executive director Gretchen Hachmeister to learn more about the organization’s upcoming programs and events, culminating in the long-awaited author festivities in early August.
The significance of a local, community library
Founded in 1893 […]
Full Circles: The Evolution of Post Malone’s Music
Some people were surprised to hear that Post Malone is making a foray into country music, but once you learn a bit about his background, you’ll realize that it was a fated genre switch all along. (And that’s also besides the fact that everyone seems to be making the switch to country music right now.)
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Modern Lakeville Farmhouse
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Are Naps Good For You?
We’re all guilty of an occasional afternoon nap. You lay down on the couch, maybe only intending to close your eyes for a few minutes, and then boom, you wake up an hour or two later with no idea what time it is, how you slept so long, or what you were supposed to be […]
OutHudson Celebrates Array of Pride Festivities in Hudson, NY
In honor of Pride Month this June, we will be highlighting local Pride organizations that support and empower the region’s LGBTQ+ community. The modern LGBTQ+ rights movement began with The Stonewall Rebellion on June 27th, 1969, in protest of the NYPD’s raids on gay bars. According to the Trevor Project, […]
Echoes of the Past Resonate in Copake’s Bicentennial Exhibition at the Roeliff Jansen Historical Society
This July and August, Copake continues to celebrate its 200th birthday. In many cases, this year’s celebratory events mirror those that took place in Copake’s past. This will be one of the themes explored in the 2024 Summer Exhibition at the Roeliff Jansen Historical Society. The exhibition, Mementos, Maps & Milestones: Copake at 200, opens […]
Frozen Sangria with Barefoot Pinot Noir
Sparrow’s Nest Builds New Location in Beekman
Sparrow’s Nest is a 501(c)3 charity that was founded by Krista Jones in 2012 with the simple idea of cooking for the families of local moms diagnosed with cancer. Since then, Sparrow’s Nest has assisted more than 600 families in the Hudson Valley, feeding more than 3,500 individuals.
Sparrow’s Nest delivers two home cooked […]
Dearest Gentle Reader
Dearest gentle reader. Oh my goodness, purrdon me! I’ve been binge watching too much Bridgerton with Mom recently…evfurry episode starts out that way. What I meant to say is, how’ve you all been? Let’s bring each other up to speed.
My flabbers are gasted, AKA I’m flabbergasted that June is already more than halfway ovfurr. We, […]
Chappell Roan is My Favorite Midwest Princess
When my friend first came to me with the plan, it genuinely felt too good to be true. We’d fly into South Carolina the day of Chappell Roan’s show, get ready at the hotel, go to her concert that night, and fly home the following afternoon. This felt all the more surreal considering that Chappell […]
Historical Property in Norfolk
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Day Trippin’: Our Guide to Spending the Day in Millbrook, NY
Millbrook is one of the loveliest small towns in the Hudson Valley – with no shortage of things to do. The Village of Millbrook has a strong sense of community and has been a getaway destination for city residents and tourists alike. Millbrook boasts lots of friendly, family-run farms, gardens, shops, and restaurants, making for […]
Velcro
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Four Virtues Bourbon Barrel Zinfandel
Good Eats at Gaby’s in Rhinebeck
Anyone who knows me knows that I am a very big fan of Mexican cuisine. I’m an even bigger fan of margaritas, and there’s one place that (in my humble opinion) does it the best: Gaby’s in Rhinebeck, NY.
I think that every girl in her early twenties should have a restaurant that she […]
House of Books: A Curated Community Fixture in Kent, CT
“We take the books seriously, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously.”
House of Books general manager Benjamin Rybeck illustrates the bookstore’s approach as striking just the right balance between curated and welcoming. And although the store has changed hands over the years since its founding in the 1970s, the longevity of House of […]
Marcus King Rocks College Street Music Hall in New Haven
South Carolina native Marcus King rocked the house at College Street Music Hall in New Haven, CT, on Tuesday, June 4.
The 28-year-old performer is both a solo musician and the lead singer, guitarist, and founder of The Marcus King Band. He studied jazz theory and jazz performance at the Fine Arts Center in […]
29 Acres Lakeside in Pine Plains
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To Berkshire Pride, Every Day is Pride
In honor of Pride Month this June, we will be highlighting local Pride organizations that support and empower the region’s LGBTQ+ community. The modern LGBTQ+ rights movement began with The Stonewall Rebellion on June 27th, 1969, in protest of the NYPD’s raids on gay bars. According to the Trevor Project, “Thousands took to the streets in […]
Ancram Center for the Arts Looks Forward to Upcoming Summer Programming and Expansion
This spring, the Ancram Center for the Arts released its plans for the 2024 season, illustrating an exciting range of performances, concerts, workshops, and more. To help provide ample space for this organization’s variety of programs and events, the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) recently awarded a […]
Robin
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Dutchess County Pride Center Kicks Off June With This Saturday’s Pride Parade and Festival
In honor of Pride Month this June, we will be highlighting local Pride organizations that support and empower the region’s LGBTQ+ community. The modern LGBTQ+ rights movement began with The Stonewall Rebellion on June 27th, 1969, in protest of the NYPD’s raids on gay bars. According to the Trevor Project, “Thousands took to the streets in […]
This Friday’s Porch Concert at The Music Cellar
In 2015, when The Music Cellar moved to their new location at 14 Main Street in Millerton, NY, they put on their first Porch Concert. Now, despite being a touring musician, Music Cellar owner and instructor Jonny Grusauskas has aimed to organize one Porch Concert each year to spotlight their music students’ talents while bringing the town […]
Strawberry Rossini
Rhinebeck and Red Hook Join Forces in BeckHook Pride’s Upcoming Celebrations
In honor of Pride Month this June, we will be highlighting local Pride organizations that support and empower the region’s LGBTQ+ community. The modern LGBTQ+ rights movement began with The Stonewall Rebellion on June 27th, 1969, in protest of the NYPD’s raids on gay bars. According to the Trevor Project, “Thousands took to the streets in […]
Charley Crockett Brings the Honky-Tonk to Albany
Charley Crockett played a sold-out show at Empire Live, which has a capacity of about 1,000 people, in Downtown Albany on Monday, June 3.
Charley’s deep vocals and honky-tonk musical style is reminiscent of 1970s and 1980s country music, which has been steadily growing in popularity in recent years.
He and his band […]
Ivy-Covered Victorian in Pine Plains
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Dancing Greens Farm Hosts Farm-to-Table Shindigs in the Berkshires
Jamie Nadler and Madison Warren were in Italy together pursuing their master of arts in food studies: policies for sustainable production and consumption when they realized that they shared a common dream.
Creating a farm.
But it wouldn’t be just a farm. No, Jamie and Madison wanted to create an agriturismo, which is an Italian concept that involves […]
The Gardener’s Sweet Spot
June, June, June! The month every gardener spends the rest of the year dreaming about. The longest days of the year. Generally reasonable weather with frosts behind us and droughts/flash floods still to come. And, after months of planning, sowing, potting up, and planting out, the garden is a go. We have finally hit the sweet spot. […]
Share a Cab
For the moment, let’s consider it “accidental intersection.” Coincidence seems too grand a designation, so it could only have been a simple twist of fate that the first song emanating from the car stereo speakers after we had emerged from a screening of Alex Garland’s Civil War was Joni Mitchell’s Big Yellow Taxi. The irony was not […]
Help Dover Dive Into Summer – Support the New Rec Center Referendum
Splash into summer and enjoy the ample activities throughout the area available for individuals and families alike, as well as the many events ideal for friends hoping to connect. Whether one wants to head to New York’s Hudson Valley, Connecticut’s Northwest Corner, or Massachusetts’s Berkshire Foothills it matters not, for there’s no shortage of choices during this […]
Behind the Billboard: The Salisbury Garden Center
I’m pretty okay with words. But for some reason, when it comes to plant names, my mental dictionary has a gaping hole. The best gardener lingo I can muster is “forsythia,” and I only remember that because I face a wall of it every time I look out my front window. There is a small, bushy plant […]
Abode Home Goods Celebrates One Year
Abode Home Goods, located on Main Street in Millerton, NY, is celebrating its first anniversary in June.
Susan Maloney opened Abode Home Goods after a lengthy career in design. She previously worked as a fashion editor, set designer, stylist, and entrepreneur and has renovated multiple homes. Throughout her career, one thing has remained constant: her love of […]
Mt. Washington Church Fair Celebrates 91 Years
The town of Mount Washington is nestled in the Berkshires along the Massachusetts/New York border and boasts a population of only 144 people, per the annual town report. But at the start of the summer, the population more than doubles as part-time residents come to bask in the comfort of the mountains for the summer season.
The […]
Copake Celebrates Its 200th Birthday With a Bang
The Town of Copake is celebrating its bicentennial with a jam-packed schedule of events throughout the remainder of the summer. In February 2023, Copake formed an all-volunteer committee that has been working hard to create a line-up of events to celebrate Copake’s 200th birthday.
The planning process
The bicentennial committee, led by Kellie Nardin, wanted to play to […]
The 2024 Season at Chatham’s PS21
Stir in a moral dilemma, add oranges and watermelons, and sprinkle in a pinch of Shakespeare in a freshly imagined way, and off we go into the 2024 season at Chatham’s PS21, the handsome theater – or make that two theaters: a state-of-the-art black box and an open air pavilion – tucked away amidst the apple trees […]
Arts in Western Mass
Thinking about where I might go and what I might trot out to see in the realm of live performances given my druthers this summer, it was time to poke around and make a few decisions. In the event anyone’s asking, after a bit of whittlin’ here and some slicing and dicing there, I hereby present my […]
Flying Free at Mt. Brace
The yearning to be as free as a bird and to soar on wings in the sky has been with humankind since the dawn of time. One of the best-known legends about that lure – and the danger inherent in its pursuit – is that of the ancient Greek father and son, Daedalus and Icarus.
Daedalus, a […]
Flying Cloud Turns 40
This year, Flying Cloud Institute, based in Great Barrington, MA, turns 40. For decades, Flying Cloud has been inspiring young people and educators through dynamic science and art experiences that ignite creativity. Main Street Magazine sat down with executive director Maria Rundle to find out more about the organization’s history and programs.
What is Flying Cloud, and […]
The Dream That Became a Meme: Jaws at 50
51 years ago very few Americans knew much about sharks, much less about great white sharks.
All that changed in early 1974.
A first novel from a 33-year-old writer jump-started awareness of sharks to the point that many people refused to go swimming, or, in some cases, even take a bath.
The creation
The author of the novel, Peter Benchley (my […]
55 Years Old and Mac-Haydn Theatre is Stronger Than Ever
“It was start a theater or drive to Alaska,” Linda MacNish said of the decision she and Lynne Haydn faced before opening The Mac-Haydn Theatre in Chatham, NY.
Mac-Haydn is the flagship of live theater in Columbia County. In 1969, seeing a professional musical meant either going to New York City or attending a rare tour stop in […]
Milan, NY – Real Estate in an In-Between Town
Some towns are drive throughs or fly overs. You don’t know exactly where they are, where they begin, or where they end. There’s no center, no bank, no traffic light, no school – sometimes there’s not even a post office.
Milan, NY, is one of those in-between towns on the way to the Taconic Parkway or Millerton. […]
Angel Lime Pistachio Chiffon Pie
JUNE RECIPE
Talking Wilderness Therapy with Ed Thorney
Ed Thorney has an affinity for the woods; as he says: “I’ve always wanted to be outside.”
Ed is a certified Gestalt therapist, wilderness guide, experiential educator, and life-long advocate for people and nature. He has worked in the outdoor education field since 1982 in various capacities and founded Wilderness Therapy & Mentoring to blend his passion […]
In the Beginning Was Clay
My directions to Eve Kaplan’s Taghkanic studio were to turn at the pink mailbox. Originally red, it has now faded to a fabulous electric pink. Eve Kaplan hails from an artistic background. Her Norwegian mother was a ceramicist whose first husband was a painter. Her brother was also a painter. Her father, Richard Kaplan, was a […]
Goose
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Meet the 2024 Top Nurse of the Year, Rich Tamburrino
Mr. Pine Plains baseball – also known as Rich Tamburrino – sat down with me last week to discuss all things Pine Plains, baseball, and what it’s like to be voted 2024 Top Nurse of the Year.
Scrubbin’ up
Rich went to college for pre-med at SUNY Cobleskill and later transferred to Cornell University. Initially […]
Summer Water Rose
K9 Fit for Life Brings Dog Training Back to Ledgewood Kennel
Melissa Brady has always had a passion for training dogs. She’s always worked with animals, particularly horses and dogs. When she was in the tenth grade, she designed a dog training resort and spa for a class assignment. Little did she know, that would essentially become her business plan as an adult.
“I always […]
Gohan
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Columbia-Greene Addiction Coalition Addresses Substance Abuse in Local Communities
According to Hannah Calhoun, the executive director of the Columbia-Greene Addiction Coalition, the organization’s main goal is to support communities affected by substance use disorder.
CGAC was first established over a decade ago in response to the opioid crisis. The creation of the coalition was initiated by Columbia Memorial Hospital in Hudson, NY, and […]
Hozier Plays Sold Out Show in Saratoga
In the summer, one of my favorite things to do is buy lawn tickets to a concert at an outdoor venue. Being located in Dutchess County, one of my favorite venues to go to is Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC).
On Sunday, May 19, we headed north to go see SPAC’s first big show […]
Foxtrot Farm & Flowers Emphasizes Sustainable Blooms
Since childhood, Kate Farrar has been surrounded by flowers.
“I grew up growing flowers with my family and working in the gardens, and now I’ve returned to growing flowers again,” she said.
Kate has been farming in the Hudson Valley for over ten years. She worked on a variety of farms in the […]
Housatonic Valley Regional High School Debuts “Blue & Gold” Art Show
Housatonic Valley Regional High School’s annual art show, “Blue & Gold,” is on display now through the remainder of the school year.
The art show is in its 17th year and was previously hosted at The White Hart in Salisbury, CT, for many years. This year, the show is on display in the Kearcher-Monsell […]
Bear Creek Farm Farmers Market Debuts in Bangall
Bear Creek Farm debuted their farmers market on Saturday, May 18 in Bangall, NY.
“At Bear Creek Farm Farmers Market, we envision more than just a market – we’re cultivating a vibrant hub where community, sustainability, and quality converge,” Bear Creek Farm wrote on their website. “Our mission is to connect Stanfordville […]
Celebrating World Bee Day
World Bee Day takes place on May 20 and celebrates the importance of bees and other pollinators in our environment and ecosystems. World Bee Day was officially declared by the UN in 2018 thanks to the efforts of the Slovenian government and the International Federation of Beekeepers’ Associations.
The […]
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DEAL OF THE WEEK
Gatherwild Ranch Offers Luxury Stays Immersed in Nature
Laura Sink was inspired to create a place where people could stay that would invoke feelings of creativity, calm, and inspiration. After living in New York City for five years, she and her husband Paul Jacobsen, who had grown up in Brooklyn, were naturally drawn upstate to the beautiful Hudson Valley. It was in Germantown, […]
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SHELTER PET OF THE WEEK
Stissing Mountain Mock Trial Program Fosters Interpersonal Communication Skills
The mock trial program at Stissing Mountain High School in Pine Plains, NY has been in existence since 2004, when John Schoonmaker started teaching in the district.
Schoonmaker, who teaches AP European History, Government, and Economics, and Ryan Orton, who teaches seventh grade history, serve as the co-advisors for mock trial. Also involved in […]
Blue Zones: Co-housing Creates Community for Seniors
It’s so important to stay connected. As people age, it often becomes more difficult for them to stay connected. Loneliness and social isolation in older adults are public health risks currently affecting a large population of people in America.
Psychology Today defines loneliness as a state of distress or discomfort that results when one perceives a gap between […]
Main Street Moxie’s Own Mary O’ Neill on “Intro to Podcasting” at the Scoville Library
Mary O’Neill, one of our moxie podcast experts, is hosting an “Intro to Podcasting” workshop at the Scoville Memorial Library in Salisbury, CT, on Sunday, May 19 from 2-4pm.
In the workshop, participants will learn about the basics of starting a podcast from Mary, the co-creator and co-host of Main Street Moxie […]
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Going to War
Whelp furriends, it’s time to batten down the hatches, slick back your fur, and put on your helmets because we are going to war…against the spongy moth caterpillars. I had no idea they were going to be this bad this year. Consequently, I wasn’t nearly as purrpared as I should have been, so I grabbed the […]