Happy humid and rainy weekend! You'd best enjoy the warmth while it lasts, because we spotted some red leaves on the baby trees while returning from a mini-getaway up north. Fall is indeed coming, which means two things: the Annual Car Show and Back to School. See details below on setting up Car Show sponsorships with the Beacon Chamber of Commerce.
Riverside Craft Fair Day: Saturday & Sunday, August 18 & 19, 2018 Time: 10 am to 5 pm Location: Garrison Art Center, 23 Garrison's Landing, Garrison, NY Information >
Orange County Pop, Rock, DooWop Series 2018
Day: Saturday, August 18, 2018 Time: 6:30 to 8:30 pm Location: Newburgh Waterfront, 1 Washington St., Newburgh, NY Information > Back to School Block Party
Day:Time: Noon to 4 pm Location: South Avenue Park (Loopers Court) on 9D & South Ave., Beacon, NY Information >
The Whispering Tree Album Release Show
Day: Saturday, August 18, 2018 Time: 8 to 10 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information >
Newburgh Jewish Music Series 2018
Day: Sunday, August 19, 2018 Time: 6:30 to 8:30 pm Location: Newburgh Waterfront, 1 Washington St., Newburgh, NY Information >
One Quiet Plunge presents country/…/city/…/music from the Hudson Valley’s landscapes
Day: Sunday, August 19, 2018 Time: 5 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information >
Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.
2018 "Never Say No" 5k and Family Fun Run
Day: Saturday, August 18, 2018 Time: 9 am to noon Location: 8 Long Dock Road, Beacon, NY Information >
For a full list of upcoming classes and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide.
Ballet Arts Studio NEW FRIDAY CLASSES:
Intro to Modern and Intro to Theater Dance classes will be available on Fridays for younger students. Fall classes begin after Monday, September 10, 2018! See the Fall Schedule Here >
For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide.
Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across Cliff Street from Beacon Bread Company)
It's that little pink box! Trust us, you want one. Especially if you're wearing glasses more and more often, and you need sunglasses too. Let Luxe Optique fill your prescription into these frames. Retro fashion lovers will love Jackie 60, this vintage-inspired frame from Christian Roth Eyewear.
BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END
Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique
1 East Main, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the dummy light)
The gowns are great, right? Obviously. The glam goes on with the decor on which dresses hang, found inside of Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique. The shopping experience is exactly what you'd be looking for if you were a bride. See these new arrivals from Hayley Paige for yourself by making an appointment or stepping inside for a peek.
PRICE REDUCED!
If old houses aren't your thing, but living in Beacon is, then this newish construction house on 32 Victor Road with four bedrooms might be more your style. There's lots of space with this home - both inside and out. Plus, the price was just lowered a smidge. Did you check it out yet?
Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency
What does it mean to get insurance through an independent agency? Beacon native Susan Antalek Pagones, an Executive Partner at Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency, highlights recent examples of the personal touch she gives to clients. Read about it here >
BeaconArts
There's a new crew of board members and officers this year at BeaconArts, and we're going to tell you about them in an upcoming article. Keep your eyes here!
A Little Beacon Space | Pop-Up Showroom SAVE THE DATE! Corrado's Design Center, located in Hyde Park, is taking over A Little Beacon Space for Second Saturday weekend (Friday to Sunday, September 7-9) in order to bring you a showroom experience. Corrado's Design Center specializes in porcelain tile, marble, stone, mosaics, and glass products for residential and commercial projects. There may be wine and a craft involved! Days: Friday to Sunday, September 7 to 9 (hours vary) Details >
Beacon Chamber of Commerce
The Annual Car Show in Beacon is set for Sunday, October 14, 2018. The event has grown each year. If your business is interested in participating or sponsoring, email coken@optonline.net to learn more.
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