Easy Breezy on This Hot Day!  ::  Retail Therapy Delivered  7/15/2022

Not only does A Little Beacon Blog have a Kids Classes Guide, but we also have an Adult Classes Guide! Add it to your favorites so you don't miss out on things like the Plant Swap (YES, A PLANT SWAP) that's happening on July 21! You can find the details here > 

PS: Do you know anyone who would love this "Plant Lady" bag...? It's at the new boutqiue Witch Hazel on Main Street now. Are you reading this from out of town but can't live without this bag? Order it from their website here.

 

        

THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE
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Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin

 

Beacon Open Studios Artist Group Show
Days: 
Month Long Exhibit from July 9 - August 7
Stay tuned for more BOS events happening at the end of this month!
Time: 12-6pm
Location: Hudson Beach Glass Gallery
This month-long show opens this Saturday, July 9 and closes on August 7. All art on view will be for sale. Join Beacon Open Studios in supporting local artists and the creative community. In addition to the show, Hudson Beach Glass has generously offered to donate 20% of their commission fee back to Beacon Open Studios.
Information >

City Council Office Hours with Justice McCray
Day:
Monday, July 18, 2022
Time: 2-4pm
Location: Howland Public Library, Beacon, NY
This month, community members have the opportunity to talk to Ward 2 City Council Representative, Justice McCray, about what's going on in Beacon, things that need to change, or just take the opportunity to get to know them and what their working on/what their goals are.

SAVE THE DATE
Beacon Open Studios Opening Reception
Days:
Friday, July 22, 2022
Time: 6-9pm
Location: The Landmark, 139 Main Street, Beacon, NY
The Landmark is the former Star of Bethlehem Baptist Church next to Bank  Square.
Information >

Registration Open For The Beacon Pool
Pool Season: 
July 2 - September 4, 2022
Location: Settlement Park
Information >

Office for the Aging Summer Picnic Series Returns with Traditional Picnic 2022
Day: 
Wednesdays July 20, July 27
Time: Begins at 12pm
Location: Thomas Boyce Park, 6420 NY 55, Wingdale
Proof of residency and advance reservations are both required, and space is limited; walk-ins cannot be accommodated. There is a $8 charge for each non-resident guest and those 59 or younger. Space is limited at each picnic, and residents who wish to reserve their space at the picnic are encouraged to call (866) 486-2555 during office hours.

Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!

 
 
ALBB's Restaurant Guide to show you which restaurants are open on Mondays!
See it here >
 
EAT CHURCH
3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY

Here's a glimpse of the Eat Church food truck in the parking lot of Imperial Arts! Regular craft beer enthusiasts/tourists know about the delicacies that come from that truck each weekend, and you can too.
HOURS
Fridays 3pm - 9pm
Saturdays 12pm - 9pm
Sundays 12pm - 7pm
You can also catch Eat Church:
Sundays at the Beacon Farmers Market &
ToGo at Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring (grab-n-go goes quick cause it's so good & always fresh!)
Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here >
You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials >
Website >
Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you!

BEACON BREAD COMPANY
193 Main St.
Start your weekend off right with fresh baked pastries and breads from Beacon Bread Co.! Made every morning & gone in the blink of an eye. Enjoy with a delish cup of coffee. So authentic, you will feel like you are in Europe. Beacon Bread Co. has a full coffee bar offering everything you can think of including house-made syrups and unique latte flavors.
OPEN:
Sunday-Thursday until 7 pm (Closed on Wednesday)
Friday + Saturday until 10 pm
Happy Hour $7 ‘til 7 pm menu is available every day starting at 4 pm!
Menu > 
Order Pick Up or Delivery > 
Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you!

MEYERS OLDE DUTCH
184 Main Street, Beacon, NY

When Meyers has cookies, you run, you do not walk!!!!! Brown Butter, Chocolate Chip, Fresh outta the Oven, Cookies! Mouth-watering & YUM! Follow @meyersoldedutchbeacon on Instagram so you can keep tabs on all the delicious specials including drink specials!
Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm
Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight.
Order Now >
Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you!

HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL
288 Main Street, Beacon, NY
Miz Hattie’s is going to be open 5 days a week now - closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Order soul food mid-week as well as the weekend. Eat like a local during the week! Inside the HV Food Hall!
PS: The restaurants in Beacon need you mid-week. Visit them if you like to support others! You're not just treating yourself to not cooking. You are supporting a neighbor.
Follow HV Food Hall's foodies:
Miz Hattie's BBQ: Southern Style BBQ, from North Carolina. Order ahead via their Toast-app menu!
El Nica: Nicaraguan Food
Roosevelt Bar: Cocktail Bar in a well-ventilated space with Outdoor Patio!
Shmuck's Sweet Stuff: Local Ice Cream, Hot Waffles, and Other Sweet Stuff
Hudson Shawarma: Falafels, shawarma, baklava, and platters 
Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice
Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you!

BAJA 328
328 Main Street, Beacon, NY
It's always TACO TUESDAY when it's Baja time! And you need to try their Buffalo Chicken Chimichangas! They're delish. Also, incase you missed it, Baja has new Summer drink specials - Skinny Pina Colada, Lavender Lemonade, & Blackberry Basil Margarita. Sounds so good & so refreshing! Stop in for all the good vibes, good food, and drinks. 
PS: Different specials every week! You don't wanna miss out. See some examples here >
PPS: Happy Hour Tues-Fri 4-6pm
Check out their specialty drinks > 
Check out the specials >
BAJA 328 is a Sponsor, thank you!

ZIATUN
244 Main St.
A delicious Fattoush salad with falafel for lunch is exactly what we're feeling this weekend (and always...), but there are many other great protein options to choose from! Stop into Ziatun! They’re open for indoor + outdoor dining, take out (easy order here), and delivery through Door Dash & Grub Hub! Enjoy a Fattoush, your favorite way! 
PS: Now also open on Tuesdays till 9pm! Ziatun is the go-to spot for commuters and "late night" eating Beacon-style.
Menu > 
Order Online > 
HOURS
Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm
Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm
Sunday 11am-8pm
Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!
 


 
WITCH HAZEL
176 Main Street, Beacon
Sooo have you checked out Witch Hazel yet?! The store is OPEN and it is so pretty! Window shopping never looked so good. Make some room for Witch Hazel this weekend & stop in & check out their dry flower bar, perfumes, lipsticks, eye shadows, home goods, clothes, and much more! Each month, Witch Hazel makes a donation to Honor the Earth, a Native- and Indigenous-led nonprofit that helps protect the environment in all its facets. Over time and as it’s safe to do so, they’ll also hold special events to help fundraise for a variety of other nonprofits. Keep up with all things Witch Hazel & Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! > 
You can $hop Witch Hazel's Summer Edit here >
Order florals > 

BINNACLE BOOKS
321 Main Street, Beacon

Evelyn McDonnell, “Army if She: Icelandic, Iconoclastic, Irrepressible Bjork” available at Binnacle Books along with many other hidden gems. Order this or ANY book you like from Binnacle Books on their website. It will be sourced and found and ready for you to pick up at the shop. Or stop in & browse! So many goodies.
Binnacle is *Open daily!
Binnacle Books is proud to partner with Beacon Prison Rides and Beacon Prison Action on the Beacon Prison Books Project. Read more about it here >
Shop online >
Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you!

BRETT'S HARDWARE
18 West Main Street, Beacon
What is that intoxicating smell at Brett's Hardware, Beacon Pilates, Joker Ink, and TwoWay Brewery? It's SallyeAnder, the national soap company headquartered right here in Beacon in the same building as Brett's. Easily pick up a soap, and that famous No-Bite bug-off cream.
OPEN
Monday-Friday 7:30am - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm
Brett's Hardware is a Sponsor, thank you!


LUXE OPTIQUE
181-183 Main Street, Beacon
Luxe Optique - where you can find the most beautiful and most fashionable reading, sunglasses, fashion, etc. This fine eyewear shop has so many amazing styles and has professional doctors of optometry on staff to make sure you're getting what you need and what you want! Check out Luxe Optique's Instagram to see the best eyewear collections and how you can style them! And to also keep up with their latest brands!
Shop the Luxe Optique Collection >
PS: Appointments required for exams.
HOURS:
Monday 10 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM
Closed on Sundays
Shop Online >
Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you!
Yanarella Dance Studio
312 Main St., Beacon, NY

You can check out Yanarella's Dance schedule in ALBB's Kids/Adults Classes Guide! Keep up with their offerings so you can sign up on time.
Register Online >
PS sign up for Yanarella's Summer Camp! >

Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you!

             
 


ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY
340 Main Street, Beacon

Planning a road trip in your RV? Don't overlook your home away from home! Contact Antalek & Moore to see how you would be protected in the event of theft, storm damage, collision, and more.
Latest Announcements >
Antalek & Moore is a Sponsor. Thank you!
 


TIN SHINGLE
Tin Shingle a training platform and community for businesses, artists and makers who are getting the word out about their business.
Learn More >
Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!
 
                         

KATIE JAMES, INC.
Ready to create or upgrade your website? We're ready to help! our business is constantly growing and your website should reflect that! Customers are constantly checking in to see whats new and you must show them and tell them. Let us help!
Learn About This Service >
Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you!
HIRING: Part-Time Sales Associated At NFP: New Form Perspective
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HIRING: Meyers Olde Dutch
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BUSINESSES IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY


BRANDING  >  MARKETING & PR
Tin Shingle
Katie James, Inc.

EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS
Poughkeepsie Day School 


HEALTH & WELLNESS > MASSAGE
Focus On Massage Therapy

HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN

Jacklyn Faust Interiors

HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES
Blue Green Lawns

INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME
Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency


MUSIC
Miss Vickies Music

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