Beacon Recreation Reminds Us It's 59 Days Till Spring! :: Retail Therapy Guide 1/20/20

A reminder that Beacon businesses need you! Small businesses need you! In order for these businesses to stay open and offer all of the one-of-a-kind products/foods that you enjoy and love, you must support them! Shop small, eat local, and vote for your favorite businesses! You can also vote for us, A Little Beacon Blog! A Little Beacon Blog is a mighty but small team who is one of the many storytellers of the history of this area. We want to share with you what is happening on the weekends and what's going on in the local news. We love going out in the community to shop, enjoy a drink, dinner, brunch, you name it! But we do try to dedicate a lot of our time to researching developing stories about people and local news. If we're your favorite blog, vote for us!  To Vote:  Visit this website >  Scroll down to 'People' Click 'Blog' Vote! Your vote means the WORLD to us! It truly keeps us going. And don't forget to vote for your other favorite Beacon businesses! Favorite place for brunch, lunch, dinner, favorite place to shop, beauty products, etc.  If you have an event that you want to promote, we can do that for you through advertising! >  Thank you Beacon Performing Arts for being our latest Event advertiser! Interested in other Advertising Packages with ALBB? Check them out here > Enjoy the weekend! Another one without snow!                           THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here, click here for more info > Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   Family Free Night at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum Day: Saturday, January 21, 2023 Time: 5-8pm Location: 75 N Water St, Poughkeepsie, NY Come in after-hours and explore all of the museum exhibits for free at family free nights at the Mid-Hudson Children's Museum. Information > Barbacoa Trio Day: Saturday, January 21, 2023 Time: 7:30pm-10:30pm Location: Reserva Wine Bar, 173 Main St, Beacon, NY Barbacoa is a Jazz, Funk, Latin & Trip Hop Trio based in the Hudson Valley.  Information >  Prom Dress Donations Promoted by the Beacon Recreation Department. Free for Beacon High School Students. Please no rips or stains. Please place on hanger. Donations accepted until 3/1. Text Ryan at 845-857-5751 for drop off. Information > Blood Donation Opportunity Promoted by the Beacon Recreation Department. There are only 6 out of 44 appointments filled. Eat a cheeseburger and spinach that day to get your iron up! Where: Beacon Recreation Gym. 23 West Center Street, Beacon NY 12508 When: Friday, February 2, 2023 Time: 11:30am-4:30pm Click here to register > Pete's Place Promoted by the Beacon Recreation Department. Pete's Place is a youth and young adult drop-in center located at 310 Mill Street in Poughkeepsie. The center is open to all youth under the age of 25, no appointments necessary! Services available at the center include referrals for housing and food insecurity, help with job search and resumes, free internet access, counseling and help with bullying, and access to hygiene supplies and toiletries. Trained care managers on site at all times to help. Pete's Place will be open Monday-Friday 10am-6pm with extended hours on Wednesday 10am-8pm. Wednesday nights will also soon feature special programming and activities from partner organizations. Film Festival Opportunity for Students Promoted by the Beacon Recreation Department. Calling all BCSD students! It's finally time to get started on your 2023 Student Film Festival project. What better way to GET INSPIRED than by joining us at Dia Beacon on Sat. Jan 28, 1-3 pm for the 2023 Film Fest kick-off party. Bring your friends and creativity! Watch inspo videos, talk to our 2022 student filmmakers, and get ready to start your 2023 masterpiece! Information > Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY NEW foodies in the HV Food Hall! Tara Cuisine and Elixxr Wellness (pictured to the right - cosmic cacao and chaga latte). Stop in & check both places out! 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 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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: Authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Elixxr Wellness: Wellness cafe offering drinks with adaptogens  Tara Fusion Cuisine: Fusion cuisine of Bangladeshi, Indian, Sri Lankan and Middle Eastern food Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Can we taco about how Baja has over 13 different taco flavors?! Babacoa, Cajun Chicken, Pork Carnitas, Ahi Tuna, Market Fish, Chorizo, Veggie AND MORE! Baja uses fresh ingredients in all tacos and all options can be served as street tacos! Choice of 3 for only $15. Need dinner tonight? Snag the Family Taco Combo for only $37! Includes 8 street tacos (chicken, beef, pork, fish), served with authentic spanish rice & beans. PS: Happy Hour Tues-Fri 4-6pm PPS: Check out Baja's specials! > Constantly changing! Check out their specialty drinks >  BAJA 328 is a Sponsor, thank you!     HUDSON VALLEY GOLDSMITH 226 Main St Retail 2 (845) 255-5872 Pantone’s color of the year for 2023 is called Viva Magenta, it “vibrates with vim and vigor. It is a shade rooted in nature descending from the red family and expressive of a new signal of strength.” This color is definitely rooted in nature and there are lots of pieces with gemstones in this color family to choose from! Stop in Hudson Valley Goldsmith to snag one! Check out some of the beauties here > PS: Did you know… anything you see in one metal, Hudson Valley Goldsmith can make in another? YES! Interested in Custom Design work? See here for CUSTOM details > Shop in-store or online here > OPEN: Tuesday-Thursday: 10:00am-5:00pm Friday-Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm Shop Jewelry > Hudson Valley Goldsmith is a Sponsor, thank you! LUXE OPTIQUE 181-183 Main Street, Beacon You too, could look this good in eyewear! As long as you get them from Luxe! They're unique, insanely beautiful, made extremely well, and are dying to replace the old pair you've had for years! But also, Luxe offers comprehensive eye exams, contact lens exams, contact lens new wearer training, expert progressive lens fitting, custom eyewear fittings & adjustments, eyewear repairs, and DMV vision tests! Your one-stop-shop for all eyewear needs! Need contact lenses? See more info here >  Need to make an appt ? Do that here! >  See collections >  PS: Appointments required for exams. BEACON HOURS  Monday from 10AM–5PM Tuesday-Saturday from 10AM–6PM Sunday CLOSED  Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY Check out all of Yanarella's classes to find the best one(s) for you! >  Sign up for 2023 classes now at Yanarella!  See Kids Classes here > See Adults Classes here >  Located on Main Street in Historic Beacon, the studio has been guiding and instructing students since 1957- over 60 years ago!  Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! Kids Improv Workshop & Jam Day: TBD Time: 1:30pm-3:00pm Location: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) The first half of the jam has lessons with warm-up games, foundational exercises while the second half is fun, silly, practice play with a break in between. Small groups will be broken out by age as needed. Absolutely zero experience is needed to attend any session! Information > WINTER REGISTRATION OPEN!!!   IMPROV 101- WINTER 2023 Class meets: Wednesday’s Time: 7-10pm 6 sessions: January 25th- March 1st Class Showcase: Sunday, March 4 (time TBD) Teacher: Connor Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes > IMPROV 201 - WINTER 2023 Class meets: Tuesday's Time: 7-10pm 8 sessions: January 10-February 28 Class showcase: Sunday, March 4 (time TBD) Teacher: Chris Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes >   SKETCH WRITING - WINTER 2023 Class meets: Thursday’s Time: 7pm - 10pm 8 sessions: January 12th - March 2nd Class Showcases: March 4 (time TDB) Teacher: Chris Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you! Beacon has a growing number of beauty salons and professional pampering to take advantage of - you can even book a transforming appointment at a lash bar! Be it a totally new hair style, or a facial, you have options in Beacon. Plus, one of the most enjoyable gifts you can give to someone is a gift certificate. So we have included links to where you can buy a gift certificate from any of these fine services that offers one. Check out ALBB's Beauty Guide here > Special Message For Businesses: If you want to advertise in this Guide with a picture, logo and promotions, please click here. PS* NEW Advertising Packages available! See details >  BEACON DENTAL 1020 Wolcott Avenue, Beacon, NY (845) 838-3666 When was the last time you had a cleaning? It might be time for your checkup! Give Beacon Dental a call to find out when you can come in next to get your teeth cleaned! 845-838-3666. Beacon Dental is dedicated to your oral health and smile, and when you visit their practice, you can expect their dentists and each member of their team to treat you with compassion, integrity and honesty. Their first priority is your health, and they will work one-on-one with you to create individual treatment plans that will improve your oral health and smile. Explore all services > Beacon Dental is a Sponsor. Thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon NEW BLOG ALERT! Commercial Property Rates are on the rise in 2023 - so what does this mean for you? Antalek & Moore's expert agents are always available if you would like to discuss your existing policies or for an evaluation of appropriate coverage. Learn more here > Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore is a Sponsor. Thank you!   TIN SHINGLE It’s time!! To really use Tin Shingle’s 2023 Editorial Content Planner to contain your publishing ideas for what you need to put on your company blog, newsletter, and social media posts. This is an Excel spreadsheet that you can download from the Tin Shingle website, and then upload to Google Drive to connect your entire team with. Connect yourself with it on your phone from wherever you are. FREE: Free for Tin Shingle Members. Join now so that you can come into the community to discuss how to use the calendar on our Tin Shingle Open Office Hours (Idea Sessions) or in the online Forum. Already a member? Simply Log In and click here to download this template for free. $75: Buy it and get lifetime access. You will get the following year and updates every time they are uploaded to the Tin Shingle website for free. Learn More About Tin Shingle > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. Here's the final sign for Dulce Cielo Mx! Located inside the HV Food Hall. It is officially complete! Go order your quesadilla Tuesday-Sunday and get your Breakfast Burrito on Saturday or Sunday 12-2pm only.  Then... inquire about a hand painted sign with love! > We're here for you. RECENT WEBSITE PROJECTS Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Sparrenberger Studio > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! BUSINESSES IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY BLACK OWNED BUSINESSES See them here > BRANDING  >  MARKETING & PR Tin Shingle Katie James, Inc. DENTAL Beacon Dental EVENT SPACE > CO-WORK SPACE The Main Office at Beacon Digital  EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Faust Design Build HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >  Read Our Latest Articles ARE YOU HIRING? List your job in ALBB's Job Listings >

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Things To Do In Beacon | Retail Therapy Guide 1/13/2023

For this Friday the 13th, we're bringing it back to the message that the local spiritual healer Raven and the Wolf encouraged to her readers some time ago. She circulated the history that Friday the 13th was to celebrate the female energy. You can read more about how other healers educated about it here at Vice: “Before patriarchal times, Friday the 13th was considered the day of the Goddess. It was considered a day to worship the Divine Feminine that lives in us all and to honor the cycles of creation and death and rebirth.” A female typically has 13 cycles per year. In case you were having a slumping Friday, fast forward you energy to Monday, which is Martin Luther King Day, and for Beaconites, this means you have the opportunity to celebrate it with the Southern Dutchess Coalition at the Springfield Baptist Church. The 1-block radius parade is scheduled to kick off in the morning, followed by a day of programming. And finally, to warm up your gray day, do stop into the Hudson Valley Food Hall because there are a lot of options for you to warm your soul, like Miz Hattie's irreplaceable Mac 'n' Cheese served in a pan, and the Quesadilla at Dulce Cielo MX, who just got her new hand-painted sign from Katie James, Inc.!                                   THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here, click here for more info > Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   The Big Night “Potluck Show” Day: Friday, January 13, 2023 Time: 7:50pm Doors / 8:00pm Show Location: 22 Kent Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Room #109 For ages 21+ A special year-end improv show to start 2023… “Potluck”! IYKYK $8! Information > Howland Cultural Center presents "Beyond Curious" an Evening of Musical Theatre Songs Day: Friday, January 13, 2023 Time: 8pm-9:30pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 An evening of musical theatre songs showcasing the music of Timothy Brown, composer of Curious George, and featuring lyrics by George H. Gorham and others. Performances by Jennifer Malenke, America Olivo, Nicole Tori, Christian Campbell, Ryann Dunn, and Daniel Rowan. With Matthew Lowy, piano and Terence Murren, bass. Songs from show projects and stand-alones about love, loss, and laughs (some material may not be suitable for children). Information > Beacon Performing Arts Center: Aladdin Kids Days: Saturday, January 14, 2023 & Sunday, January 15, 2023 Time: 10:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:30 PM Each Day Location: Beacon High School Theatre, 101 Matteawan Rd, Beacon, NY Beacon Performing Arts Center proudly presents a youth production of Aladdin Kids! Come on a magical carpet ride with us on January 14 and 15, starring children from across the Hudson Valley! This show is great for all ages, and runs approximately 45 minutes long, so is perfect for little ones. Buy your tickets online below or on the day of the show at the door. Information > 45th MLK Day Celebration from Southern Dutchess Coalition Returns with 9th Parade Day: Monday, January 16, 2023 Time: 8am, Parade Lineup at 9:30am (very short parade), followed by Talent Presentation and Award Ceremony Location: Springfield Baptist Church at Mattie Cooper Square, Beacon, NY The Southern Dutchess Coalition will host the 45th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration at the historical Springfield Baptist Church at 8 Mattie Cooper Square, Beacon, New York, where the Rev. Dr. Ronald O. Perry, Sr. is the Pastor. Festivities include morning mingling, the 9th Annual Community “DR. KING PEACE PARADE”, an addition added by the famous Beacon resident, the late Pete Seeger, followed by a Talent Presentation, and Award Ceremony. Information > Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Shmuck's Sweet Stuff is excited to announce... (drum roll please)... Shmuck's Pints! Available in store! Stop in the HV Food Hall & snag the goods! 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 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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY The most beautiful Cobb Salad we ever did see! Filled with fresh ingredients and tons of nutrients! Stop in for more entrees, tacos, quesadillas, amazing starters/bowls, and must have sides. Baja is constantly updating and rotating their specials so you'll want to keep tabs. Cocktails and mocktails available and a great view of Main St. by the garage doors! Even when it's cold & rainy...  PS: Happy Hour Tues-Fri 4-6pm Check out their specialty drinks >  BAJA 328 is a Sponsor, thank you!     HUDSON VALLEY GOLDSMITH 226 Main St Retail 2 (845) 255-5872 Did you know… anything you see in one metal, Hudson Valley Goldsmith can make in another? Love that ring but hate yellow gold? Let them make it in white or rose just for you! Hudson Valley has your back! Open this weekend and ready to help you with any post holiday adjustments, like sizing all those new rings! Stop in. Interested in Custom Design work? See here for CUSTOM details > Shop in-store or online here > OPEN: Tuesday-Thursday: 10:00am-5:00pm Friday-Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm Shop Jewelry > Hudson Valley Goldsmith is a Sponsor, thank you! LUXE OPTIQUE 181-183 Main Street, Beacon Luxe Optique offers a variety of contact lenses! Use your prescription from their doctors at Luxe Optique or upload your prescription from another practice. Either way, ordering online is made simple & easy! See more info here >  Need to make an appt ? Do that here! >  See collections > New year, new eyewear! PS: Appointments required for exams. BEACON HOURS  Monday from 10AM–5PM Tuesday-Saturday from 10AM–6PM Sunday CLOSED  Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY Check out all of Yanarella's classes to find the best one(s) for you! >  Sign up for 2023 classes now at Yanarella!  Located on Main Street in Historic Beacon, the studio has been guiding and instructing students since 1957- over 60 years ago!  Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! Kids Improv Workshop & Jam Day: TBD Time: 1:30pm-3:00pm Location: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) The first half of the jam has lessons with warm-up games, foundational exercises while the second half is fun, silly, practice play with a break in between. Small groups will be broken out by age as needed. Absolutely zero experience is needed to attend any session! Information > WINTER REGISTRATION OPEN!!!   IMPROV 101- WINTER 2023 Class meets: Wednesday’s Time: 7-10pm 6 sessions: January 25th- March 1st Class Showcase: Sunday, March 4 (time TBD) Teacher: Connor Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes > IMPROV 201 - WINTER 2023 Class meets: Tuesday's Time: 7-10pm 8 sessions: January 10-February 28 Class showcase: Sunday, March 4 (time TBD) Teacher: Chris Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes >   SKETCH WRITING - WINTER 2023 Class meets: Thursday’s Time: 7pm - 10pm 8 sessions: January 12th - March 2nd Class Showcases: March 4 (time TDB) Teacher: Chris Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you! Beacon has a growing number of beauty salons and professional pampering to take advantage of - you can even book a transforming appointment at a lash bar! Be it a totally new hair style, or a facial, you have options in Beacon. Plus, one of the most enjoyable gifts you can give to someone is a gift certificate. So we have included links to where you can buy a gift certificate from any of these fine services that offers one. Check out ALBB's Beauty Guide here > Special Message For Businesses: If you want to advertise in this Guide with a picture, logo and promotions, please click here. PS* NEW Advertising Packages available! See details >  BEACON DENTAL 1020 Wolcott Avenue, Beacon, NY (845) 838-3666 When was the last time you had a cleaning? It might be time for your checkup! Give Beacon Dental a call to find out when you can come in next to get your teeth cleaned! 845-838-3666. Beacon Dental is dedicated to your oral health and smile, and when you visit their practice, you can expect their dentists and each member of their team to treat you with compassion, integrity and honesty. Their first priority is your health, and they will work one-on-one with you to create individual treatment plans that will improve your oral health and smile. Explore all services > Beacon Dental is a Sponsor. Thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon NEW BLOG ALERT! Commercial Property Rates Are Expected to Rise: Are You Prepared? Business owners understand that insurance coverage is essential to protect themselves (and their businesses) against potential risks or accidents. As with most things in life, that protection comes at a cost, and certain insurance policies may see an increase in price in 2023. Read more here >  Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore is a Sponsor. Thank you!   TIN SHINGLE It’s time!! To really use Tin Shingle’s 2023 Editorial Content Planner to contain your publishing ideas for what you need to put on your company blog, newsletter, and social media posts. This is an Excel spreadsheet that you can download from the Tin Shingle website, and then upload to Google Drive to connect your entire team with. Connect yourself with it on your phone from wherever you are. FREE: Free for Tin Shingle Members. Join now so that you can come into the community to discuss how to use the calendar on our Tin Shingle Open Office Hours (Idea Sessions) or in the online Forum. Already a member? Simply Log In and click here to download this template for free. $75: Buy it and get lifetime access. You will get the following year and updates every time they are uploaded to the Tin Shingle website for free. Learn More About Tin Shingle > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. Your website is your most solid footprint for people to know what you do and how to buy from you. Social media accounts offer the emotional connection to your brand, and your website needs to reflect that energy. The designers and lead producer, Katie Hellmuth Martin, can guide you through this process and design you a website that both looks stunning, and works well to help people do what you need them to at your website. Reach out! (Picture above shows a sneak peek into the website we did for Barb's Butchery) RECENT WEBSITE PROJECTS Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Sparrenberger Studio > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! BUSINESSES IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY BLACK OWNED BUSINESSES See them here > BRANDING  >  MARKETING & PR Tin Shingle Katie James, Inc. DENTAL Beacon Dental EVENT SPACE > CO-WORK SPACE The Main Office at Beacon Digital  EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Faust Design Build HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >  Read Our Latest Articles ARE YOU HIRING? List your job in ALBB's Job Listings >

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How's That Weather? | Retail Therapy Guide 12/23/2022

Happy Hanukkah to those who have been observing this week. The festival of lights does warm everyone's hearts. Some of you may be traveling or winding down a busy week of last minute work deadlines and shopping deadlines. Give yourself some space to just be, and enjoy moments of silence.  ALBB is traveling on holiday, and left early while the sun was shining before the weather started. We're in the Midwest, and today is icy all around, covered by snowfall, and is -2. Won't be going anywhere for a while. Thank goodness for leftovers! And power. And water. And hot water. HOLIDAY SHOPPING TIP Last minute shopping doesn't have to be stressful! Especially when you're in Beacon - Beacon is filled with the best shops ever - which are open! Unlike in other parts of the country right now. Know what is an easy gift? Gift Certificates. Search ALBB's Beauty Guide. We are giving Gift Certificates of a Brow Shaping from The Blushery, a Hair Styling from Sullivan and Main, and we walked into The Green Room for the original Moroccan Hair Oil. Gift Certs from any of these categories is a win: good food, small unique shops, or to get beautified! And OMG there is a Free Eye Exam from Luxe Optique happening right now! Ending soon. Scroll down to learn more. NEW YEAR'S EVE TIP Book those New Year's Eve dinner reservations! Places have been filling up already. SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM ALBB We want to emphasize a special message from our team - as we're winding down the year and looking into 2023, remember to approach resolutions and goals with a sense of love, kindness, and compassion for YOU. You are amazing just as you are and if you do not want to change, you do not have to change!                                   THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here, click here for more info > Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   Holiday Gingerbread Barn Building Day: Friday, December 23, 2022 Time: 10:30 am - 12 pm Location: Stony Kill Foundation, Inc., 79 Farmstead Lane, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 Families with kids age 3+! $25 per gingerbread barn. Join us in the barn classroom for a fun morning with your family as we construct a sweet gingerbread barn. We will tour the livestock barn for inspiration, then head indoors to start our masterpieces! Staff will be on hand to help families with assembly. Your decorated barn goes home with you to enjoy for the holidays. Information > American Red Cross: Babysitting Certification Course Days: Wednesday, December 28, 2022 & Thursday, December 29, 2022 Time: 11am-4pm Location: 23 West Center St., Beacon, NY CPR/AED/First Aid Information > 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 > It's always a pleasure eating and drinking your way through Beacon, so we created this guide to help you know where to eat and drink as you explore the town. Feature your restaurant/eatery in the guide & be featured in this weekly newsletter! Promote your seasonal dishes/drinks, specials, events, etc. Click here for more details >   HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY A glimpse at the goodness over at Dulce Cielo Mexico! Tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas y fajitas con espalda de puerco asada, pollo, pico de gallo, mole negro, rojo, guacamole y totopos de maiz y trigo. YUM! Stop in the HV Food Hall & visit all of the amazing foodies!  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 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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY At Baja, only the freshest top of the line ingredients are used - for both dishes and for cocktails. The place to go for delicious dinners, delectable drinks, and delightful desserts. But also... Baja serves 130+ of the best tequilas in the Hudson Valley! Here's what we're enjoying right now... For starters, the Grilled Street Corn for only $7 - comes with Cotija Cheese / Chipotle Crema / Peppered Trio / Lime. Entree? Ugh, thats tough! It's a toss up between the Cajun Chicken Taco made with  Black Beans/ Pico de Gallo / Cojita Cheese / Chipotle Ranch OR the Cabo Burger made with Cabo Wabo Marinated / Onion / Mushrooms Cheddar Cheese / Avocado. That's only if we're not getting a quesadilla! Kids menu available. Dessert too! OH & mocktails! Need a gift card? Stop in!  Check out the specials > PS: Happy Hour Tues-Fri 4-6pm Check out their specialty drinks >  BAJA 328 is a Sponsor, thank you!     WITCH HAZEL 176 Main Street, Beacon New LOCAL brand alert at Witch Hazel! You're gonna wanna read this! Hello, Captain Blankenship! A clean, vegan, cruelty-free hair care company based right here in the Hudson Valley. The entire line is great, but what's especially exciting right now is that they have a non-aerosol, benzene-free dry shampoo that can replace any you had to throw out because of the recent dry shampoo recall. No nasties here. At the shop and online, Witch Hazel has: - The previously mentioned wonderful dry shampoo - A hair serum that smooths frizz AND doubles as an overnight scalp treatment - A salt spray that'll make you feel like it's summer - A gentle shampoo with plant-based surfactants - A soothing conditioner that's hydrating without feeling weighty Captain Blankenship products come in aluminum bottles that are readily recyclable, and CB is also a certified B Corp that's Leaping Bunny certified and that participates in 1% for the Planet. The serum and salt spray are especially good stocking stuffers if ya need a last min one! Snag these before we take them ALL! OPEN 10-6 everyday EXCEPT Tuesday & Wednesday Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  Order florals >  HUDSON VALLEY GOLDSMITH 226 Main St Retail 2 (845) 255-5872 David & Sara started Hudson Valley Goldsmith in 2010 first traveling the East Coast to sell jewelry at juried craft shows and eventually, in fall 2013, opening a small store and workshop in New Paltz, NY. The business quickly outgrew the space and, in 2015, they moved the store to its current location on Main Street in New Paltz & opened a second location right HERE in BEACON (near Homespun)! Today, along with their team of goldsmiths, they create more than 1000 custom pieces a year, as well as sell the work of about 20 other artists. Hudson Valley Goldsmith  is proud to offer earth friendly metals, eco-friendly & socially conscious practices, diamonds & gemstones, expert repairs, and one-of-a-kind custom designs! Looking for something custom? See here for CUSTOM details > OPEN: Tuesday-Thursday: 10:00am-5:00pm Friday-Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm Shop Jewelry > Hudson Valley Goldsmith is a Sponsor, thank you! LUXE OPTIQUE 181-183 Main Street, Beacon This is your last chance to shop the gift that's at the top of everyone's list! A Luxe Optique gift card! That can be used for eye exams, contact lenses, and eyewear purchases! Let your loved ones choose their gift depending on their needs. Gift cards can be used in store or online. Snag them here >  Luxe Optique carries the most amazing brands of eyewear! Pictured here: Oliver Peoples (a fav of ALBB!) OH & LAST CHANCE FOR A free eye exam in Hudson through Dec 31! Ends soon! Hurry! PS: Appointments required for exams. PPS Both Locations (Beacon & Hudson) are open from 10 AM - 6 PM Tuesday-Saturday & Beacon is only open on Mondays from 10 AM - 5 PM.  Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY Check out all of Yanarella's classes to find the best one(s) for you! >  Sign up for 2023 classes now at Yanarella!  Located on Main Street in Historic Beacon, the studio has been guiding and instructing students since 1957- over 60 years ago!  Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! Kids Improv Workshop & Jam Day: Every 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month! Time: 1:30pm-3:00pm Location: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) The first half of the jam has lessons with warm-up games, foundational exercises while the second half is fun, silly, practice play with a break in between. Small groups will be broken out by age as needed. Absolutely zero experience is needed to attend any session! Information > WINTER REGISTRATION OPEN!!!   IMPROV 101- WINTER 2023 Class meets: Wednesday’s Time: 7-10pm 6 sessions: January 25th- March 1st Class Showcase: Sunday, March 4 (time TBD) Teacher: Connor Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes >   IMPROV CHARACTER WORKSHOP -  WINTER 2023 Class meets: Monday’s Time: 7pm - 10pm 6 sessions: January 23rd - February 27 Class Showcases: March 4 (time TDB) Teacher: Chris Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes >   SKETCH WRITING - WINTER 2023 Class meets: Thursday’s Time: 7pm - 10pm 8 sessions: January 12th - March 2nd Class Showcases: March 4 (time TDB) Teacher: Chris Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you! Beacon has a growing number of beauty salons and professional pampering to take advantage of - you can even book a transforming appointment at a lash bar! Be it a totally new hair style, or a facial, you have options in Beacon. Plus, one of the most enjoyable gifts you can give to someone is a gift certificate. So we have included links to where you can buy a gift certificate from any of these fine services that offers one. Check out ALBB's Beauty Guide here > Special Message For Businesses: If you want to advertise in this Guide with a picture, logo and promotions, please click here. ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Wednesday was the first day of winter! And although we haven't seen the crazy snow storms just yet (YET), this is your sign to winterize your vehicle before we do and then it's too late! As fall winds down, now is the time to prepare your vehicle for freezing and snowy weather. Take your car for an oil change, complete battery testing, check antifreeze levels, replace wiper blades, gauge tire pressure, and always keep a full tank of gas. Additionally, contact one of Antalek & Moore's knowledgeable agents for an auto-insurance checkup to ensure you're protected on the road! Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore is a Sponsor. Thank you!   TIN SHINGLE Lizzo’s Coconut Oil album is essential for several reasons. One is for self love and self care. The other is for self realization that you held the power for whatever you need the entire time (unless you are in extreme psychical situations like Ukraine or Yemen or Palestine or other severely oppressed places where resilience, quick thinking and hope are essential for survival). If the word “power” intimidates or confuses you, switch that word with “ability to go home in your soul that you had the entire time but didn’t realize.” And before you dismiss this as “that can never happen for me - I am cursed - nothing works out for me,” just give this read a chance and realize that indeed things may be stacked against you, and if they are, you need to be extra lithe at navigating to find or create your way. Read This > Learn More About Tin Shingle > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. Working on a new hand painted sign project for Dulce Cielo Mx (located in Hudson Valley Food Hall). Will keep you updated with the progress! If you need a custom painted sign, See information here >, we're happy to help! OR if *you* paint signs, list your service in A Little Beacon Blog’s Business Directory! Anyone from Photographers, Branding Agency, and more can list there.  PS - IT"S THAT TIME OF YEAR! You NEED to upgrade your website. It's a must! To keep the business going. Reach out! RECENT WEBSITE PROJECTS Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Sparrenberger Studio > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: BOOKKEEPER / ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT - AT INDUSTRIAL ARTS BREWING Apply here > HIRING: ALL POSITIONS AT THE DUTCHESS INN AND SPA AT BEACON Apply here > List your job in ALBB's Job Listings > BUSINESSES IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY BLACK OWNED BUSINESSES See them here > BRANDING  >  MARKETING & PR Tin Shingle Katie James, Inc. EVENT SPACE > CO-WORK SPACE The Main Office at Beacon Digital  EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  FLORAL Witch Hazel > HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Faust Design Build HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Happening Now! "Hop and Shop 2022" In Beacon - Deals and Experiences | Retail Therapy Guide 12/8/2022

We are bringing you Friday's weekly Retail Therapy newsletter.. today! On a Thursday, because, It's happening... Hop And Shop Beacon 2022! A Little Beacon Blog is one of the proud sponsors. This is 2 nights of festive shopping, services, sales & specials! Happening now (Thursday and Friday 12/8-12/9). Of course the shops are open all of the other days as usual, but during Hop and Shop, there are special deals and experiences planned. Here are just SOME of the deals happening. Daydream Collaborative Clinic - 544 Main St #2 DIY ear seeds workshop from 5:30-7:00. Ear seeds are an acupressure technique to ease stress, build immunity, and help with pain. The Blushery - 528 Main St 20% Off Laser Hair Removal *Buy now. Book later. Two Way Brewing - 18 West Main St Live music with Judith Tulloch Band. + every pint purchased will come with a ticket to enter our raffle to win a case of beer! Berte - 500 Main St 15% off the entire shop and a pop up with Palermo Body on Friday December 9th, 2pm-8pm. Blackbird Attic - 442 Main St 15% off your entire purchase when you mention "Hop & Shop" Hudson Valley Goldsmith - 226 Main St Gift with purchase! Hunca Munca's - 145 Main St 10% off entire shop and a raffle with purchase to win a $75 gift card! Kaight - 512 Main St 25% off boots & outerwear. King + Curated - 530 Main St Their biggest Sale of the year! *All specials are a Hop + Shop exclusives, must be mentioned at check out! Limited edition diamond pendant necklace just $350! Up to 40% off tagged fine jewelry! 30% off ALL sterling silver when you buy 3 or more items. Sale includes all sterling silver and gold vermeil studs, modern line, as well as custom engravables. *While supplies last* Permanent Jewelry walk-ins welcome all day Thursday and Friday, appointments Kringle's Christmas House - 134 Main St 30% discount on everything! La Mere Clothing and Goods - 470 Main St Bingo Ball  draw for prizes and discounts. We will be serving pink alcoholic bubbles. Our N/A bar will be open as well with many fun options to choose from.  NFP: New Form Perspective - 457 Main St NFP will be offering 10% off all in-store purchases on Dec 8th + 9th! Plus free gift with purchase $150 or more! Complimentary gift wrapping will be available! Raven Rose - 474 Main St 10% Off All Garden Supplies & 20% off holiday ornament Solstad House - 488 Main St Choice of free Beacon Tote Bag or Tea Towel for purchases of $100 or more! Utensil - 143 Main St 10% off everything. 15% off Gift cards! Raffle entry with purchase! Witch Hazel - 176 Main St Come on by for special shopping discounts: 10% off purchases of $50-99, 15% off $100-199, and 20% off $200 and up. Spend $50 or more, and we'll enter you into a raffle for a gift bag worth $150. We're also serving warm apple cider in the store.  Zakka Joy - 177 Main St Mystery scratch-off discounts are back! Stop in to see what you will save on awesome gifts! There are plenty more steals & deals happening throughout Hop + Shop! We couldn't list them all but you can find out all the deets here! >                              Light: A Group Show: Second Saturday Artists' Reception Day: Saturday, December 10, 2022 Time: 2-4pm Location: Howland Public Library, Beacon, NY Stop by the Library Saturday afternoon for the opening reception of Light by the "Thursday Painters." The weekly senior painting class, led by teaching artist Jan Dolan, has been meeting at Beacon Recreation since 2014. For their latest illuminating exhibit, the class chose the concept of “Light” as creative inspiration for their work.                                   THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin Hop + Shop Beacon Days: Thursday, December 8, 2022 & Friday, December 9, 2022 2 Full Days of festive shopping, sales & specials within your favorite Beacon businesses! Click here ti visit the Map with deals. Around 70 businesses participate each year! Each business will have either a sale, featured item, extended hours, special offerings etc. *Hours of participation are subject to each stores specials and hours. A Little Beacon Blog is a proud sponsor this year, which enables all businesses to participate for free.  Information > Family Night Hike Day: Friday, December 9, 2022 Time: 6 pm Location: Muller Pond Trail Ages 6 and up & only $5! Let's go out and explore Stony Kill's trails after dark. Put on your winter gear and join us for a family-friendly night hike around Muller pond. We will be on the lookout for owls while we listen to the sounds of the night on our 1/2 mile easy hike. Bring flashlights and your sense of adventure! More Information > Serious. Comedy Theatre: Open Mic Night Day: Friday, December 9, 2022 Time: 8pm (Doors at 7:30pm) grab a drink before the show and hang! Location: 22 Kent Street Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) But not just this Friday... You can go show off your material with at our Monthly Open Mic! Every second Friday of the month! Sign up to perform in advance at checkout. 3 minute sets. 15 guaranteed performer spots and more if time permits. Just wanna watch? That's fine too, they consent. Information >  Serious. Comedy Theatre: The Big Night Day: Saturday, December 10, 2022 Time: Show at 8pm (Doors at 7:55) Location: 22 Kent Street Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Serious Comedy Theatre presents a unique, fun, weird comedy and stand up show: it’s THE BIG NIGHT! Featuring comedian Jim Tews. For ages 18+. Beer, seltzer and water available at the show. Information > Beacon Volunteer Ambulance Corps Presents: Santa on Main Street! Day: Sunday, December 11, 2022 Time: 1pm Location: Starting at Herbert/Main ending at the South Ave. Short meet and greet with Santa for pictures behind the Mobil station on Henry Street. Rain or shine! SAVE THE DATE! Serious. Comedy Theatre: Improv Open Jam Day: Friday, December 16, 2022 Time: 7:30pm Doors / 8:00pm Show Location: 22 Kent Street, Beacon, NY 12508, Room #109 Not sure if you’re ready to take a full improv class? Just want to dip your toes in the improv waters? Or have you been performing for a while and just want to sharpen some skills? Come to the Monthly Jam! $7 to play or watch. For ages 18+ Interested in improv classes? CLICK HERE for classes Information > ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT! Witch Hazel's 'Bouquet Brunch' Dried Flower Arranging Class Day: Sunday, December 18, 2022 Time: 10am-11:30am Location: Witch Hazel, Beacon, NY Dried flower arrangements are some of the most stylish, lowest-maintenance accents to spruce up your place. With proper care, they should last 2-3 years (or more) with no watering, no gardening, no fuss. At this small group workshop, you'll create a festive, vibrant arrangement using beautiful dried evergreen branches, berries, flowers and herbs. You'll learn the basics of dried floral design and get to take your arrangement home with you. Great for dressing up the mantle, brightening up holiday photos or placing next to the Christmas tree for Santa to admire. Information >  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 > It's always a pleasure eating and drinking your way through Beacon, so we created this guide to help you know where to eat and drink as you explore the town. Feature your restaurant/eatery in the guide & be featured in this weekly newsletter! Promote your seasonal dishes/drinks, specials, events, etc. Click here for more details >   EAT CHURCH 3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY Ok... it's getting real cold. Warm up with TOM KHA GAI from Eat Church! Coconut chicken soup with lemongrass, galangal and kaffir lime leaf. More soul food at Eat Church! Here's where you can find the truck! - Industrial Arts Brewing from Friday-Sunday - Straight from the grocery case at Marbled Meat Shop - ready to go! Why cook lunch for the work week?! - Dogwood Beacon on Tuesday-Sunday from 5pm-10pm Order Online > Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > PS! Need a gift card for the holidays?! Purchase one here! > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Head on into the HV Food Hall and try Ciao Chow's new seasonal dishes! Braised pork soup with Tagliatelle, Pumpkin filled Agnolotti, and much more deliciousness!  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 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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY You're a mean one... Mr. Grinch! You can always count on Baja to have the seasonal cocktails and mocktails! Always festive, always fun, and always delicious! Tree is up! Vibes are going! Head on in for their special drinks and their special entrees (always listed on the chalkboard or online!) Yucca Fries and Onions are a must. And obviously, it's always Taco Tuesday at Baja! Check out the specials > PS: Happy Hour Tues-Fri 4-6pm Check out their specialty drinks >  BAJA 328 is a Sponsor, thank you!   Shopping! So fun, yet so strategic. With so many options to shop on Main Street, we compiled a Shopping Guide that includes every single shop in Beacon for your shopping and bookmarking pleasure! If you run a shop or boutique in Beacon and want to sponsor the shopping guide, be included in this Friday Feature newsletter, and get a nifty photo gallery in the guide, click here for more details >   WITCH HAZEL 176 Main Street, Beacon Have you signed up for Witch Hazel's 'Bouquet Brunch' Dried Flower Arranging Class?! You better RUN, not walk. These workshops sell out QUICK! Dried flower arrangements are some of the most stylish, lowest-maintenance accents to spruce up your place. With proper care, they should last 2-3 years (or more) with no watering, no gardening, no fuss. At this small group workshop, you'll create a festive, vibrant arrangement using beautiful dried evergreen branches, berries, flowers and herbs. You'll learn the basics of dried floral design and get to take your arrangement home with you. Great for dressing up the mantle, brightening up holiday photos or placing next to the Christmas tree for Santa to admire. During the class, you'll learn about: Selecting seasonally themed dried flowers and evergreens Composing unique, balanced arrangements that suit your style Color theory options so your design looks intentional Vases and supplies to make even more designs at home! After a tutorial and demo, you'll get to work making your own arrangement, with hands-on guidance when you need it. We'll have tasty beverages and bites, fun holiday music on the speakers, and good cheer all around. All guests will receive a 15% discount to shop at Witch Hazel after the event. You don't need to bring anything except yourself...so grab a ticket here! > Day: Sunday, December 18, 2022 Time: 10am-11:30am Location: Witch Hazel, Beacon, NY PS* STOP INTO WITCH HAZEL FOR HOP + SHOP DEALS! OPEN 10-6 everyday EXCEPT Tuesday & Wednesday Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  Order florals >  HUDSON VALLEY GOLDSMITH 226 Main St Retail 2 (845) 255-5872 The Blackened Silver Australian Boulder Opal & Diamond Pendant on Yellow Gold Vermil Chain is calling our name... Australian boulder opal is very popular (in case ya didn't know!) with asymmetrical gems - they lend themselves to a very modern aesthetic. Boulder opals are also known for their ability to mimic scenes! A landscape... with movement and color? An ocean? Or a starry night? It's just gorgeous! Snag it before we do!  Looking for something custom? Hudson Valley Goldsmith does that too! See here for CUSTOM details > PS* STOP INTO HUDSON VALLEY GOLDSMITH FOR HOP + SHOP DEALS! OPEN: Tuesday-Thursday: 10:00am-5:00pm Friday-Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm Shop Jewelry > Hudson Valley Goldsmith is a Sponsor, thank you! LUXE OPTIQUE 181-183 Main Street, Beacon Luxe Optique is truly an eyewear experience! They are a full service optical store with an optometrist on site for eye exams! From contact lenses to expert progressive lens fitting... Luxe Optique offers their patients personalized high quality services. Not to mention... you can check off a lot of boxes on your Christmas list! Luxe Optique has eyewear for all... Sophisticated Affordable, Children's, Petites, Luxury, and Asian Fit! See them here > PS: Appointments required for exams. PPS Both Locations (Beacon & Hudson) are open from 10 AM - 6 PM Tuesday-Saturday & Beacon is only open on Mondays from 10 AM - 5 PM.  PPPS*** ENDING SOON! You can now get a free eye exam in Hudson through Dec 31! Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY Check out all of Yanarella's classes to find the best one(s) for you! >  Sign up for sessions or pay $23 for a drop in! Maybe to test which class(es) you'd enjoy the most! Located on Main Street in Historic Beacon, the studio has been guiding and instructing students since 1957- over 60 years ago!  Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! Kids Improv Workshop & Jam Day: Sunday, December 18, 2022 Time: 1:30pm-3:00pm Location: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) The first half of the jam has lessons with warm-up games, foundational exercises while the second half is fun, silly, practice play with a break in between. Small groups will be broken out by age as needed. Absolutely zero experience is needed to attend any session! Information > WINTER REGISTRATION OPEN!!! IMPROV 101- WINTER 2023 Class meets: Wednesday’s Time: 7-10pm 6 sessions: January 25th- March 1st Class Showcase: Sunday, March 4 (time TBD) Teacher: Connor Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes >   STAND UP JOKE WRITING - WINTER 2023 Class meets: Thursday’s Time: 7pm - 10pm 6 sessions: January 26th - March 2nd Class Showcases: March 4 (time TDB) Teacher: TBD Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes >   SKETCH WRITING - WINTER 2023 Class meets: Thursday’s Time: 7pm - 10pm 8 sessions: January 12th - March 2nd Class Showcases: March 4 (time TDB) Teacher: Chris Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you! Beacon has a growing number of beauty salons and professional pampering to take advantage of - you can even book a transforming appointment at a lash bar! Be it a totally new hair style, or a facial, you have options in Beacon. Plus, one of the most enjoyable gifts you can give to someone is a gift certificate. So we have included links to where you can buy a gift certificate from any of these fine services that offers one. Check out ALBB's Beauty Guide here > Special Message For Businesses: If you want to advertise in this Guide with a picture, logo and promotions, please click here. ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon It's the most wonderful time of the year! At Antalek & Moore, they love to decorate their office and their homes to celebrate the season. Check out this article for pointers from one of their insurance partners to help keep your family and friends safe when it comes to decorative displays! 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. Tin Shingle teaches PR, social media and content marketing tactics to regular people to help make their pitching and brand story telling smarter, engaging and more appropriate for the media to consider for article features. Tin Shingle is your support system as you're getting the word out about your business. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. Working on a new hand painted sign project for Dulce Cielo Mx (located in Hudson Valley Food Hall). Will keep you updated with the progress! If you need a custom painted sign, See information here >, we're happy to help! OR if *you* paint signs, list your service in A Little Beacon Blog’s Business Directory! Anyone from Photographers, Branding Agency, and more can list there.  PS - IT"S THAT TIME OF YEAR! You NEED to upgrade your website. It's a must! To keep the business going. Reach out! RECENT WEBSITE PROJECTS Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Sparrenberger Studio > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: BOOKKEEPER / ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT - AT INDUSTRIAL ARTS BREWING Apply here > HIRING: ALL POSITIONS AT THE DUTCHESS INN AND SPA AT BEACON Apply here > List your job in ALBB's Job Listings > BUSINESSES IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY BLACK OWNED BUSINESSES See them here > BRANDING  >  MARKETING & PR Tin Shingle Katie James, Inc. EVENT SPACE > CO-WORK SPACE The Main Office at Beacon Digital  EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  FLORAL Witch Hazel > HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Faust Design Build HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Lest You Doubt...Refill Your Soul On Black Friday On Beacon's Main Street

Well....We made it past The Day is that is the kick-off of the holiday season here. Did you have the food you wanted? Did you have the dried flower centerpieces you wanted? Hopefully you did because it's all available in Beacon on Main Street. When we say you will come away from shopping in Beacon with the most unique style that people will ask you where you got, we are not exaggerating. If you think that shopping local in Beacon is a compromise, like you won't get cool stuff, then we can tell you right now with 100% certainty you are missing out. Not sure where to start? Give yourself one goal, and then hunt for it in the shops using A Little Beacon Blog's Shopping Guide, which names all shops and addresses with descriptions. Here's an example: More ALBB Recommendations: Hudson Valley Goldsmith is hosting a Trunk Show all weekend long (located near Homespun)! Name a better stocking stuffer?! Rings, pendants, bracelets, and earrings with natural diamonds in silver & gold will be available. More details are listed below! We heard Witch Hazel will be having some refreshments upon arrival as well as some deals that you definitely don't want to miss out on! Clean beauty lovers on your list? Check! Oh, and those eye/sunglasses that you've been meaning to replace? No better time than now! Luxe Optique is hosting a BoGo 40% off! (some exclusions apply) More details below! Forget about the rain. Grab a coffee or matcha (with oat milk) and go! PS: It's the last month of the year to visit with Stony Kills Farm's livestock on the weekends. Copper the Bourbon Red turkey and the flock will be checking you out from their outdoor pen! Open Barn will resume again in February.                           THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin BeaconArts - 2022 Member Exhibition Days: Saturdays & Sundays - November 5-27 *last weekend! Time: 12pm-6pm Location: KuBe Art Center, 3rd fl. Gallery, 211 Fishkill Ave. Beacon, New York Hudson Valley Goldsmith: Trunk Show Days & Times: Friday, November, 25, 2022 from 11am-6pm Saturday, November 26, 2022 from 11am-6pm and Sunday, November 27, 2022 from 10am-4pm  Kick off your holiday shopping Thanksgiving weekend with a brand new line of stylish jewelry! These pieces make great gifts and stocking stuffers. Rings, pendants, bracelets & earrings with natural diamonds in silver & gold starting at $129. Sujan founded LuvMyJewelry with one mission in mind: to design jewelry that tells stories and gives us a renewed sense of purpose. "With each handcrafted design, I made a promise to craft a relatable, poetic story that builds a personal, intimate connection with you. I write the poetry myself :) Hudson Valley Goldsmith is a Sponsor, thank you! 5th Annual Beacon Christmas Tree Lighting 2022 Day: Saturday, November 26, 2022 Time: 4pm Location: Polhill Park, Beacon, NY Free entertainment featuring Alyssa Warner, Singing and leading, caroling with Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, and Scouts BSA 41 and B&G. Free raffle! Free ornament kit! Holiday Kickoff with Santa Day: Sunday, November 27, 2022 Time: 10am-1pm Location: 87 Haviland Road, Highland, NY 12528 Santa will arrive at the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park on Sunday, November 27. Bring your kids, your dogs—the whole family—for this fun photo opportunity with Santa. Photos taken with Santa will be available online at walkway.org, or visitors may take their own photos. Information > SAVE THE DATE! HOLIDAY PREP-LIST Hop and Shop is back for its 5th year in Beacon, which is when stores are open late on Thursday and Friday (12/8 and 12/9). Do your Black Friday shopping on Main Street after T-gifting (oops! typo haha), and then return for another special set of deal nights and shopping under the warm holiday glow. A Little Beacon Blog is a proud sponsor this year, which enables all businesses to participate for free. View their map, and deals will be announced 12/5. We see that fellow sponsor and hair stylist Sullivan and Main has announced her special deal - 20% off on gift cards and product. 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 > It's always a pleasure eating and drinking your way through Beacon, so we created this guide to help you know where to eat and drink as you explore the town. Feature your restaurant/eatery in the guide & be featured in this weekly newsletter! Promote your seasonal dishes/drinks, specials, events, etc. Click here for more details >   EAT CHURCH 3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY It's easy to dig into the leftovers and we're all for it at times but maybe you had enough?! And we get that. There is only so much turkey and stuffing you can eat (or not). Either way, you might as well pick up some Eat Church while you're out and about shopping! Grab-n-go at Marbled Meat Shop or take a break tonight and stop into Dogwood where Eat Church will be serving up deliciousness until 10pm! Maybe you swing by Industrial Arts Brewing for a refreshment and quick bite.  Find Eat Church Almost Everywhere! - Industrial Arts Brewing from Friday-Sunday - Straight from the grocery case at Marbled Meat Shop - ready to go! Why cook lunch for the work week?! - Dogwood Beacon on Tuesday-Sunday from 5pm-10pm Order Online > Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY If you haven't tried Dulce Cielo Mexico yet, this is your sign. DO IT! Pictured here is their delicous tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas y fajitas con espalda de puerco asada, pollo, pico de gallo, mole negro, rojo, guacamole y totopos de maiz y trigo! Nothing like a quick pick-me-up while out and about on Main St. this weekend! Located inside the HV Food Hall! 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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY And when all the shopping is done this weekend, and all of the delicious food has been eaten, you stop into Baja, for a late night snack (like their cheese nachos filled with fresh cotija, cheddar, NYS Local Cheese Blend, Crema, Guacamole ((Add Jalapeños)), Pickled Red Onions, Mushrooms, Corn Salsa, Tomatoes Bell Pepper,  Caramelized Onion, Black Beans, and the option to add, Pico De Gall, Shrimp $6, NYS Plymouth Ground Beef, Murray’s Fajita Chicken, Hudson Valley Chorizo, or Carnitas! Did we mention a refreshing and festive cocktail or mocktail?! PS: Happy Hour Tues-Fri 4-6pm Check out their specialty drinks >  Check out the specials > BAJA 328 is a Sponsor, thank you!     *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Shopping! So fun, yet so strategic. With so many options to shop on Main Street, we compiled a Shopping Guide that includes every single shop in Beacon for your shopping and bookmarking pleasure! If you run a shop or boutique in Beacon and want to sponsor the shopping guide, be included in this Friday Feature newsletter, and get a nifty photo gallery in the guide, click here for more details >   WITCH HAZEL 176 Main Street, Beacon Maybe you noticed... IT'S COLD! Like, January cold... And that means it's time for a very, very good moisturizer. The absolute most hydrating one is available at Witch Hazel! Ursa Major Golden Hour Recovery Cream. You just need a dime-sized dab (or even a little less) for your whole face and neck, and it feels like the coziest blanket for tired, dry, over-it skin. It also smells great, with a hint of aspen bark extract, rosemary leaf extract, sandalwood oil and citrus notes. Perfect for morning and night, or dab on a little extra for an overnight "mask" effect.  PS* Holiday steals & deals happening this weekend! Do not miss out! OPEN 10-6 everyday EXCEPT Tuesday & Wednesday Stay tuned for the next floral workshop & Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  Order florals >  HUDSON VALLEY GOLDSMITH 226 Main St Retail 2 (845) 255-5872 Kick off your holiday shopping and Thanksgiving weekend the right way with a brand new line of stylish jewelry! Hudson Valley Goldsmith's Trunk Show will happen right here at the Beacon shop! All weekend long - 25th, 26th & 27th at 226 Main St Beacon NY. These delicate and beautiful pieces make great gifts and stocking stuffers! Rings, pendants, bracelets & earrings with natural diamonds in silver & gold starting at $129 (a steal!) OPEN: Tuesday-Thursday: 10:00am-5:00pm Friday-Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm Shop Jewelry > Hudson Valley Goldsmith is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon Do you have mice in your cupboards? And need containers for the snacks? Brett’s has your bins! (Asking for a friend…and not a mouse friend) Okay, but truly, Brett's has all of your home needs! Including containers that we almost need for everything! And you know what's hard? Gifting for adults or college kids. But say no more, THIS is it. Containers and storage and organization because we all need it and we never seem to buy this for ourselves! Stop into Bretts for gifts, space heaters, snow essentials, winter car essentials, and so much more! 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 CALLING ALL JACQUES MARIE MAGE ENTHUSIASTS! The Luxe team works directly with their brands to curate the best possible selection of eyewear! They had such an amazing day working with their Jacque Marie Mage brand representative and cannot wait to show off the summer line for spring of 2023! Stay tuned for more! In the mean time, POP IN this weekend for 40% BoGo deals! Their Buy One Get One 40% off Black Friday Sale is officially back by popular demand! TODAY, Friday November 25th & Saturday November 26th at both the Beacon & Hudson Locations. PS: Appointments required for exams. PPS Both Locations (Beacon & Hudson) are open from 10 AM - 6 PM Tuesday-Saturday & Beacon is only open on Mondays from 10 AM - 5 PM.  PPPS*** You can now get a free eye exam in Hudson through Dec 31! Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY Check out all of Yanarella's classes to find the best one(s) for you! >  Sign up for sessions or pay $23 for a drop in! Maybe to test which class(es) you'd enjoy the most! Located on Main Street in Historic Beacon, the studio has been guiding and instructing students since 1957- over 60 years ago!  Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! Kids Improv Workshop & Jam Day: Sunday, December 4, 2022 Time: 1:30pm-3:00pm Location: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) The first half of the jam has lessons with warm-up games, foundational exercises while the second half is fun, silly, practice play with a break in between. Small groups will be broken out by age as needed. Absolutely zero experience is needed to attend any session! Information > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you!   IMPROV 101- FALL 2022 Class meets: TUESDAYS from 7-10pm 6 sessions: October 25- December 6 Class Showcase: Sunday, December 11 (time TBD) Teacher: Connor Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you! *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Beacon has a growing number of beauty salons and professional pampering to take advantage of - you can even book a transforming appointment at a lash bar! Be it a totally new hair style, or a facial, you have options in Beacon. Plus, one of the most enjoyable gifts you can give to someone is a gift certificate. So we have included links to where you can buy a gift certificate from any of these fine services that offers one. Check out ALBB's Beauty Guide here > Special Message For Businesses: If you want to advertise in this Guide with a picture, logo and promotions, please click here. ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Did you know?! According to the National Fire Protection Association, cooking is the number one cause of home fires and home injuries. Be especially careful when cooking, not just when frying your Thanksgiving turkey - and make sure your homeowner's insurance coverage is up to date! 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. Tin Shingle teaches PR, social media and content marketing tactics to regular people to help make their pitching and brand story telling smarter, engaging and more appropriate for the media to consider for article features. Tin Shingle is your support system as you're getting the word out about your business. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. INTRODUCING... Hand Painted Design Services now at Katie James, Inc.! The picture above is a special delivery for All You Knead. The assignment was to paint her existed logo onto the sign her carpenter husband made. Let us do yours... let us do the work... hand made with love, of course. See information here >  PS - stop thinking about whether you need a new/updated website or not, you do! And we can do it all. RECENT WEBSITE PROJECTS Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Sparrenberger Studio > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: BOOKKEEPER / ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT - AT INDUSTRIAL ARTS BREWING Apply here > HIRING: ALL POSITIONS AT THE DUTCHESS INN AND SPA AT BEACON Apply here > HIRING: PART-TIME SALES & MARKETING COORDINATOR / OFFICE MANAGER / EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT - AT THE MAIN OFFICE AT BEACON DIGITAL Apply here > List your job in ALBB's Job Listings > BUSINESSES IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY BRANDING  >  MARKETING & PR Tin Shingle Katie James, Inc. EVENT SPACE > CO-WORK SPACE The Main Office at Beacon Digital  EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  FLORAL Witch Hazel > HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Faust Design Build HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Less Than A Week Away From Thanksgiving! Whaaat?! | Retail Therapy Guide 11/18/2022

How did Thanksgiving become less than a week away?! A big, yet much missed rush of Holiday busy-ness is about to happen. But before we descend into the holiday happiness that is December (it's OK to not be happy and to be filled with mixed up feelings...we just like alliteration), here is a slowed down Thanksgiving message from ALBB: Time is just flying but we hope you can take some time this week to think about gratitude and what it means to you. It's easy to go through the motions and get caught up in our life of routines. Our goal for you this week (and maybe every week) is to slow down, write something down (or to someone) for what you're grateful for, and to simply take some deep breaths. Focus on what makes you feel alive. Discover awareness and intention. HOLIDAY PREP-LIST Hop and Shop is back for its 5th year in Beacon, which is when stores are open late on Thursday and Friday (12/8 and 12/9). Do your Black Friday shopping on Main Street after T-gifting (oops! typo haha), and then return for another special set of deal nights and shopping under the warm holiday glow. A Little Beacon Blog is a proud sponsor this year, which enables all businesses to participate for free. View their map, and deals will be announced 12/5. We see that fellow sponsor and hair stylist Sullivan and Main has announced her special deal - 20% off on gift cards and product. NEW SUSTAINING SPONSOR! WELCOME Hudson Valley Goldsmith as a Sponsor for ALBB's Shopping Guide! *throws confetti*  This high end and accessible jeweler opened their second store in Beacon near Homespun. Their support makes it possible to include all shops in A Little Beacon Blog's Shopping Guide. See below for their upcoming soiree that you're invited to. NOTE: Shops interested in having weekly promotion on ALBB, especially during this holiday time all the way through Valentine's Day, can sign on as a Sustaining Sponsor here, and we got you in our editorial lineup each week! Such a deal. Click here for more info.                           THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin BeaconArts - 2022 Member Exhibition Days: Saturdays & Sundays - November 5-27 Time: 12pm-6pm Location: KuBe Art Center, 3rd fl. Gallery, 211 Fishkill Ave. Beacon, New York A Turkey On Every Table: Thanksgiving Food Drive Day: LAST DAY IS TODAY! Location: 268 Main St, Beacon, NY Sponsor a family meal for $50. Now accepting: peanut butter jars, jelly jars, canned yams, 10-pack hot chocolate, mixes, mac & cheese boxes, stuffing boxes, 1lb rice bags, 14oz canned vegetables, 3lb apple bag, bakes pies, reusable grocery bags. Cash & credit card donations accepted at checkout. Checks payable to Salem Tabernacle.  For more information, email here > Serious. Comedy Theatre Presents Improv Open Jam Day: Friday, November 18, 2022 Time: 7:30pm Doors / 8:00pm Show Location: 22 Kent Street, Beacon, NY 12508, Room #109 Information >  Interested in improv classes? CLICK HERE Serious. Comedy Theatre is a sponsor of ALBB! Thank you! Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Days: November 7, 2022 - November 20, 2022 The Valley Table magazine officially kicks off the beginning of fall 2022 Hudson Valley Restaurant Week (HVRW), revealing the all participating restaurants. Running from November 7-November 20, participating restaurants can choose between four price points: $24.95 or $39.95 at lunch and $29.95 or $44.95 at dinner. Prix fixe menus may also be offered for both dine-in and takeout. The complete list of participating restaurants is available here > Reservations are recommended at all Hudson Valley Restaurant Week restaurants. Information > SAVE THE DATE Hudson Valley Goldsmith: Trunk Show Days & Times: Friday, November, 25, 2022 from 11am-6pm Saturday, November 26, 2022 from 11am-6pm and Sunday, November 27, 2022 from 10am-4pm  Kick off your holiday shopping Thanksgiving weekend with a brand new line of stylish jewelry! These pieces make great gifts and stocking stuffers. Rings, pendants, bracelets & earrings with natural diamonds in silver & gold starting at $129. Sujan founded LuvMyJewelry with one mission in mind: to design jewelry that tells stories and gives us a renewed sense of purpose. "With each handcrafted design, I made a promise to craft a relatable, poetic story that builds a personal, intimate connection with you. I write the poetry myself :) Hudson Valley Goldsmith is a Sponsor, thank you! 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 > *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* It's always a pleasure eating and drinking your way through Beacon, so we created this guide to help you know where to eat and drink as you explore the town. Feature your restaurant/eatery in the guide & be featured in this weekly newsletter! Promote your seasonal dishes/drinks, specials, events, etc. Click here for more details >   EAT CHURCH 3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY Not sure what to eat tonight? Look no further... Eat Church! At Dogwood! New features weekly with fresh ingredients that'll fill your heart and soul!  Find Eat Church! - Industrial Arts Brewing from Friday-Sunday - Straight from the grocery case at Marbled Meat Shop - ready to go! Why cook lunch for the work week?! - Dogwood Beacon on Tuesday-Sunday from 5pm-10pm Order Online > Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY New Dish Alert from El Nica! Picadillo (Ground Beef) with Potatoes, Carrots, Peppers, Side of white Rice, and Sweet Plantains. YUM! Located inside the HV Food Hall! 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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Ahi Tuna Noodle Bowl from Baja! W/fresh seared ahi tuna, cold sobs noodles, bean sprouts, carrots & red cabbage with homemade sesame dressing! Head on over and enjoy - perhaps with a delicious refreshment (cocktail or mocktail), maybe some tacos! Both voted best in the Hudson Valley by Hudson Valley magazine! PS: Happy Hour Tues-Fri 4-6pm Check out their specialty drinks >  Check out the specials > BAJA 328 is a Sponsor, thank you!     *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Shopping! So fun, yet so strategic. With so many options to shop on Main Street, we compiled a Shopping Guide that includes every single shop in Beacon for your shopping and bookmarking pleasure! If you run a shop or boutique in Beacon and want to sponsor the shopping guide, be included in this Friday Feature newsletter, and get a nifty photo gallery in the guide, click here for more details >   WITCH HAZEL 176 Main Street, Beacon You asked for body wash, and body wash you shall have! Can always count on Witch Hazel to have your beautu (CLEAN beauty) needs! These cleansers from fablerune are preeeeetttttty delightful. The scents Witch Hazel has are: Salted Grapefruit, Smoked Vanilla and Redwood & Yarrow and Santal. Nice and sudsy, castile-based, and infused with a bit of sunflower oil. (Sunflower oil is super-nourishing, especially light and non-greasy, plus absorbs easily without clogging the ol' pores.) The body washes are made by hand in small batches in California, using ethically sourced ingredients. As with all our products, they're also cruelty-free. Buy as a gift? Don't forget to buy one for you! OPEN 10-6 everyday EXCEPT Tuesday & Wednesday Stay tuned for the next floral workshop & Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  Order florals >  HUDSON VALLEY GOLDSMITH 226 Main St Retail 2 (845) 255-5872 WELCOME Hudson Valley Goldsmith to ALBB's Shopping Guide! Voted Best of The Hudson Valley, Hudson Valley Goldsmith has been in New Paltz for the last 10 years and has now opened a 2nd location in Beacon. We are a full-Service Jewelry Store Specializing in Custom and Repairs. They create custom one of a kind fine jewelry including engagement and wedding rings using recycled precious metals, conflict free diamonds and unique gemstones. Their workshop is headed by David who started making fine jewelry as a teenager. He is a graduate of SUNY New Paltz, receiving his BFA in Metals. He also worked as a stone setter and fabricator making high end jewelry for Tiffany and Co. They have been working hard to make sure their new Beacon boutique is well stocked with silver and gold jewelry, both with and without diamond and colored gemstones. You can see many of their original designs in their storefront where they also carry the work of several other designers. Hudson Valley Goldsmith prides themselves on having a range of styles from classic and trendy to totally unique, and at a wide range of prices.  OPEN: Tuesday-Thursday: 10:00am-5:00pm Friday-Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm Shop Jewelry > Hudson Valley Goldsmith is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon First snow already in the books! It was light but more is coming! Head on into Brett's for your snow cleaners, shovels, brooms, etc. Stay ahead and be prepared for when it really comes down! You can also count on Brett's for your space heater needs and much more to keep you prepared, safe, and cozy warm! 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 Yes, at Luxe Optique you can also shop petites! Luxe has something for everyone. It begins with a personalized consultation by an expert optician. Make an appt today & browse Luxe Optiques very own collection >  Your old glasses are begging you for the upgrade! What better time than now?  PS: Appointments required for exams. PPS Both Locations (Beacon & Hudson) are open from 10 AM - 6 PM Tuesday-Saturday & Beacon is only open on Mondays from 10 AM - 5 PM.  PPPS*** You can now get a free eye exam in Hudson through Dec 31! Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY Check out all of Yanarella's classes to find the best one(s) for you! >  Sign up for sessions or pay $23 for a drop in! Maybe to test which class(es) you'd enjoy the most! Located on Main Street in Historic Beacon, the studio has been guiding and instructing students since 1957- over 60 years ago!  Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! Kids Improv Workshop & Jam Day: Sunday, November 20, 2022 Time: 1:30pm-3:00pm Location: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) The first half of the jam has lessons with warm-up games, foundational exercises while the second half is fun, silly, practice play with a break in between. Small groups will be broken out by age as needed. Absolutely zero experience is needed to attend any session! Information > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you!   IMPROV 101- FALL 2022 Class meets: TUESDAYS from 7-10pm 6 sessions: October 25- December 6 Class Showcase: Sunday, December 11 (time TBD) Teacher: Connor Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you! *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Beacon has a growing number of beauty salons and professional pampering to take advantage of - you can even book a transforming appointment at a lash bar! Be it a totally new hair style, or a facial, you have options in Beacon. Plus, one of the most enjoyable gifts you can give to someone is a gift certificate. So we have included links to where you can buy a gift certificate from any of these fine services that offers one. Check out ALBB's Beauty Guide here > Special Message For Businesses: If you want to advertise in this Guide with a picture, logo and promotions, please click here. ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon With the busy travel season (and Thanksgiving dinner) approaching, it's time to make sure your vehicle is in good working order before you hit the road for the holiday. Schedule appointments to have your brakes, tires, and auto insurance policy checked to ensure you're protected. 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. Tin Shingle teaches PR, social media and content marketing tactics to regular people to help make their pitching and brand story telling smarter, engaging and more appropriate for the media to consider for article features. Tin Shingle is your support system as you're getting the word out about your business. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. INTRODUCING... Hand Painted Design Services now at Katie James, Inc.! The picture above is a special delivery for All You Knead. The assignment was to paint her existed logo onto the sign her carpenter husband made. Let us do yours... let us do the work... hand made with love, of course. See information here >  PS - stop thinking about whether you need a new/updated website or not, you do! And we can do it all. RECENT WEBSITE PROJECTS Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Sparrenberger Studio > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: BOOKKEEPER / ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT - AT INDUSTRIAL ARTS BREWING Apply here > HIRING: ALL POSITIONS AT THE DUTCHESS INN AND SPA AT BEACON Apply here > HIRING: PART-TIME SALES & MARKETING COORDINATOR / OFFICE MANAGER / EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT - AT THE MAIN OFFICE AT BEACON DIGITAL Apply here > List your job in ALBB's Job Listings > BUSINESSES IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY BRANDING  >  MARKETING & PR Tin Shingle Katie James, Inc. EVENT SPACE > CO-WORK SPACE The Main Office at Beacon Digital  EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  FLORAL Witch Hazel > HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Faust Design Build HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Hello Beautiful November! And Hello First Friday! | Retail Therapy Guide 11/4/2022

And just like that... November is here! The first Friday of every month is always exciting because it's First Friday! And a lot of the shops on Main St have deals! Talk about good timing... AND November is one of our favorite months! Not just because of the celebration of gratitude but because Hudson Valley Restaurant Week happens! Oh... and can we talk about the beautiful weather?! We're here for it.  Ok ok ok.. we are getting too excited. The first newsletter of the month will get to you early so you can make your way to Main St. and shop! Pop in to all stores and ask! #ShopLocal Enjoy the beautiful weather! Xoxo                           THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin Beacon Bonfire Music + Art Festival Days: Friday, November 4, 2022 & Saturday, November 5, 2022 Time: 5pm-12am Location: Beacon, NY Be Curious. Be Creative, Be in Beacon, NY on November 4 + 5 for the First Beacon Bonfire Music + Art Festival. Venues and found spaces from the Beacon Metro North Station to “Around the Bend” on Beacon’s Mile Long Main Street celebrate the creativity that lives, works and plays in Beacon, NY. Beacon Bonfire Night is a nod to the revolutionary fire that burned on the top of our mountain and gave the city its name, a beacon that celebrates the need we have as humans to come together, to tell our stories, and to be inspired. Children 12 and under are FREE when accompanied by a Festival Ticket Holder. Information > BeaconArts - 2022 Member Exhibition This Weekend: Opening Reception & Performance: Saturday, November 5 from 4-6 p.m. S Exhibition: Saturdays & Sundays - November 5-27 from 12pm-6pm Second Saturday Meet the Artist Reception: November 12 from  4-6 p.m. Location: KuBe Art Center, 3rd fl. Gallery, 211 Fishkill Ave. Beacon, New York   Figure Drawing Fundraiser *Nude Day: Sunday, November 6, 2022 Time: 4pm sharp! Location: The Yard, 4 Hanna Ln, Beacon, NY Nude figure drawing is back! This time at The Yard! The 1.5 hour long session will see model Eliza moving through both short and long poses, utilizing props for some! No pressure but all skill levels welcome. Not a class but an opportunity to explore what you can do. Information >  Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Days: November 7, 2022 - November 20, 2022 The Valley Table magazine officially kicks off the beginning of fall 2022 Hudson Valley Restaurant Week (HVRW), revealing the all participating restaurants. Running from November 7-November 20, participating restaurants can choose between four price points: $24.95 or $39.95 at lunch and $29.95 or $44.95 at dinner. Prix fixe menus may also be offered for both dine-in and takeout. The complete list of participating restaurants is available here > Reservations are recommended at all Hudson Valley Restaurant Week restaurants. Information > 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 > *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* It's always a pleasure eating and drinking your way through Beacon, so we created this guide to help you know where to eat and drink as you explore the town. Feature your restaurant/eatery in the guide & be featured in this weekly newsletter! Promote your seasonal dishes/drinks, specials, events, etc. Click here for more details >   EAT CHURCH 3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY We are loving that you can pick up your favorite Eat Church items at Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring! Straight from the grocery case. A better way to lunch and dinner if you ask us... If you have the time, we highly recommend stopping into Dogwood for Eat Church goodness. They're there popping up Tuesday-Sunday from 5pm-10pm! Find Eat Church! - Industrial Arts Brewing from Friday-Sunday - Straight from the grocery case at Marbled Meat Shop - ready to go! - Dogwood Beacon on Tuesday-Sunday from 5pm-10pm Order Online > Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY It's SOUP SZN! El Nica has your back! Chicken Soup (Sopa de Pollo) & Veggies. Good for the belly, heart, and soul! Trust us. Located inside the HV Food Hall! 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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Nothing like the Ahi Tuna Noodle Bowl from Baja!! Made with fresh seared ahi tuna, cold sobs noodles, bean sprouts, carrots & red cabbage with homemade sesame dressing! Stop in this weekend and enjoy this, a delicious seasonal drink, or some tacos! Maybe finish with a pumpkin espresso martini? You can also ask for a mocktail if that's your thing! And don't forget to ask about the specials! PS: Happy Hour Tues-Fri 4-6pm Check out their specialty drinks >  Check out the specials > BAJA 328 is a Sponsor, thank you!   *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Shopping! So fun, yet so strategic. With so many options to shop on Main Street, we compiled a Shopping Guide that includes every single shop in Beacon for your shopping and bookmarking pleasure! If you run a shop or boutique in Beacon and want to sponsor the shopping guide, be included in this Friday Feature newsletter, and get a nifty photo gallery in the guide, click here for more details >   WITCH HAZEL 176 Main Street, Beacon You know what's underrated in the old makeup bag? BLUSH! "When you want to feel more awake, the two things you should grab are blush and concealer (little on the undereyes)" - Jill, Owner of Witch Hazel. Jill also shares some tips on how to use your favorite color to just look glowy and fresh and not like a scary clown: Sculpting: add blush to the top of your cheekbones and blend up and out toward the temple/hairline Highlighting: after you blush your cheeks, pop some more up toward the temple area (especially great with shimmery blush, you glowy little angel!) Faking like you've had coffee: put a little cream blush UNDER your foundation or tinted moisturizer, and you get that "lit from within vibe" Eyeshadow: this is pretty self-explanatory Point being, give blush a hand (And check out some great shades of powder and cream blush to add to your bag. Bonus: the creamy options also work as lipstick.) SHOP BLUSH HERE! > OPEN 10-6 everyday EXCEPT Tuesday & Wednesday Stay tuned for the next floral workshop & Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  Shop Last Call Items > Order florals >  BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon No better time than now to head on into Bretts & get your grill covers! Protect them before the snow! Bretts has all of your grill essentials but also your winterizing essentials! Stop in. And don't be afraid to ask for help! The staff is more than happy to help :) 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 You can shop all the cool and fashionable eyewear from Luxe! Like these Rigards Vintage Bronze Metal frames! Handmade in Hong Kong. Rigards uses Aluminum-Magnesium alloy to construct frames that are ultralight yet incredibly strong. They're perfect for your casual comfy look or your dressed up and ready to go out into town look! If you would like your purchase to include prescription lenses please contact Luxe Optique before completing your purchase. If you just want these without contact lenses, shop them here > Luxe has all the fits & frames! PS: Appointments required for exams. PPS Both Locations (Beacon & Hudson) are open from 10 AM - 6 PM Tuesday-Saturday & Beacon is only open on Mondays from 10 AM - 5 PM.  Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY FALL in love with dance! 8 Week Course Schedule is happening now! Reach out to Yanarella Dance for more information and to sign up! You or the kids. Options for all! You can check out Yanarella's Dance schedule in ALBB's Kids/Adults Classes Guide! Fall Classes have been posted & updated > Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! Kids Improv Workshop & Jam Day: Sunday, November 20, 2022 Time: 1:30pm-3:00pm Location: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) The first half of the jam has lessons with warm-up games, foundational exercises while the second half is fun, silly, practice play with a break in between. Small groups will be broken out by age as needed. Absolutely zero experience is needed to attend any session! Information > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you!   IMPROV 101- FALL 2022 Class meets: TUESDAYS from 7-10pm 6 sessions: October 25- December 6 Class Showcase: Sunday, December 11 (time TBD) Teacher: Connor Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you! *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Beacon has a growing number of beauty salons and professional pampering to take advantage of - you can even book a transforming appointment at a lash bar! Be it a totally new hair style, or a facial, you have options in Beacon. Plus, one of the most enjoyable gifts you can give to someone is a gift certificate. So we have included links to where you can buy a gift certificate from any of these fine services that offers one. Check out ALBB's Beauty Guide here > Special Message For Businesses: If you want to advertise in this Guide with a picture, logo and promotions, please click here. ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Simple actions like reviewing your insurance policy can help you and your loved ones build a stronger foundation and protect your financial stability. Reach out to Antalek & Moore today for all your insurance coverage needs! 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. Tin Shingle teaches PR, social media and content marketing tactics to regular people to help make their pitching and brand story telling smarter, engaging and more appropriate for the media to consider for article features. Tin Shingle is your support system as you're getting the word out about your business. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. INTRODUCING... Hand Painted Design Services now at Katie James, Inc.! The picture above is a special delivery for All You Knead. The assignment was to paint her existed logo onto the sign her carpenter husband made. Let us do yours... let us do the work... hand made with love, of course. See information here >  PS - stop thinking about whether you need a new/updated website or not, you do! And we can do it all. RECENT WEBSITE PROJECTS Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Sparrenberger Studio > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: PART-TIME SALES ASSOCIATE AT WITCH HAZEL Apply here > HIRING: BOOKKEEPER / ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT - AT INDUSTRIAL ARTS BREWING Apply here > HIRING: ALL POSITIONS AT THE DUTCHESS INN AND SPA AT BEACON Apply here > HIRING: PART-TIME SALES & MARKETING COORDINATOR / OFFICE MANAGER / EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT - AT THE MAIN OFFICE AT BEACON DIGITAL Apply here > List your job in ALBB's Job Listings > BUSINESSES IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY ACCOUNTING Gold Standard Tax & Accounting  BRANDING  >  MARKETING & PR Tin Shingle Katie James, Inc. EVENT SPACE > CO-WORK SPACE The Main Office at Beacon Digital  EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  FLORAL Witch Hazel > HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Faust Design Build HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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It's October 21! 10 Days Until Halloween! | Retail Therapy Guide 10/21/2022

10 days from Halloween?! We're ready. For the costumes and the candy. And the candy sales that usually happen the day after! Don't laugh... you know you do it too! If you haven't engaged in Halloween activities yet, don't worry, it's not too late! Haunted Huguenot street happens until October 29, Serious Comedy Theatre has an improv show TONIGHT, Spooktacular, and more happening - see details below. Have an upcoming event you want to list? Do it here! > PS - it's never too early to start your holiday shopping. In fact, it's a great time to start! Get ahead & thank yourself later on. Check out our Shopping Guide for all the shops on Main St! And don't forget to treat yourself...  Oh, one more thing, BIG welcome to Gold Standard Tax & Accounting >  for joining our Business Directory! Check them out for all of your tax & accounting needs. Enjoy the weekend!                             THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin Haunted Huguenot Street Days: Friday & Saturday Nights (October 14, 2022 - October 29, 2022) Time: 5pm-9pm Location: 81 Huguenot StNew Paltz, NY, 12561 Haunted Huguenot Street will run from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Friday and Saturday nights, from October 14th-October 29th. The cost for pre-registered tickets will be $25 for general admission and $20 for discounted admission (for HHS members, seniors, students, active and retired military personnel, and children under 13). Children under 6 will receive free admission. Those expecting to register upon arrival on the evening of the tour will be charged a flat fee of $30 per registrant, space permitting. Information > Serious. Comedy Theatre Presents Improv Witchy Jam Day: Friday, October 21, 2022 Time: 7:30pm Location: 22 Kent Street, Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a sponsor of A Little Beacon Blog. Thank you!! Bundle Up Beacon Children's Winter Coat & Accessory Swap Day: Swap/Pick Up - Saturday, October 22, 2022 Time: 2pm-5pm Location: Beacon Rec Center, 23 West Center, St., Beacon, NY Information >   Artist Night @ Bank Square Coffeehouse ft. NOGA & Lila Blue Day: Thursday, October 27, 2022 Time: 6pm-8pm Location: Bank Square Coffeehouse, Beacon, NY Information > Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum: Spooktacular! Day: Friday, October 28, 2022 Time: 5pm-8pm Location: 75 N. Water St. Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 The region’s best Halloween event for kids is BACK and more thrilling than ever! Join us for some not-so-scary fun! Get ready to see your favorite museum with a fun and spooky twist. Come explore our Halloween themed exhibits, a mysterious haunted house and creepy science experiments. We’ll also have trick-or-treating, a costume parade and much, much more! $12 for MHCM Members; $16 for non-members. Pre-registration is recommended. Online registration ends at 8:00 am on day of event. Tickets also available at the door.*Kindly refrain from costumes with weapons and those that are overly scary! Information > 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 > *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* It's always a pleasure eating and drinking your way through Beacon, so we created this guide to help you know where to eat and drink as you explore the town. Feature your restaurant/eatery in the guide & be featured in this weekly newsletter! Promote your seasonal dishes/drinks, specials, events, etc. Click here for more details >   EAT CHURCH 3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY Eat Church "functions as an arena for creating opportunities to bring eating and drinking experiences to his new community in the Hudson Valley and beyond.  Chef Mark explains that Eat Church is both a noun (place), an eat church; as well as a verb (command), as in eat the church." Basically, really good food thats unique & delish! Find Eat Church! - Industrial Arts Brewing from Friday-Sunday - Straight from the grocery case at Marbled Meat Shop - ready to go! - Dogwood Beacon on Tuesday-Sunday from 5pm-10pm Order Online > Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Head on into the HV Food Hall! Grab the desserts at Miz Hatties BBQ to go along with the meal! Too good! Never ever forget the fresh lemonade. Located inside the HV Food Hall! 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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY When football Sunday, Monday, AND Thursday are back... you let Baja cater for you! Why would you wanna cook when you could watch games and eat deliciousness all day? PS - seasonal margaritas, pumpkin espresso martini and southern tier pumking available! Drink up, witches! Takeout available. PS: Happy Hour Tues-Fri 4-6pm Check out their specialty drinks >  Check out the specials > BAJA 328 is a Sponsor, thank you!   *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Shopping! So fun, yet so strategic. With so many options to shop on Main Street, we compiled a Shopping Guide that includes every single shop in Beacon for your shopping and bookmarking pleasure! If you run a shop or boutique in Beacon and want to sponsor the shopping guide, be included in this Friday Feature newsletter, and get a nifty photo gallery in the guide, click here for more details >   WITCH HAZEL 176 Main Street, Beacon Gender is but a construct. But questions roll in and Witch Hazel rolls out answers. Lots of requests lately for dudely gifts, especially things that smell good. Witch Hazel has SO many products and they're ALL great. But if you have a gentleman in your life to gift, then here are some recos: - Fischersund fragrance sampler! Made by the lead of Sigur Ros, Jónsi, and his fam and closest friends. His dad even stamps the tins! Fragrances are rich, often smoky or leathery. Great for music fans who aspire to smell nice. - Solid perfume in a tin, also by our buds at Fischersund. Small enough to slip in the ol' pocket, and a v cool way to use a fragrance. Just rub a little on your skin. Done. - Clean and cozy beard oil (pictured above) - Ursa Major moisturizer. Made in Vermont, smells like Vermont, super-hydrating for cranky skin. Especially good for weird fall weather and cold winters (we featured this last weekend! A MUST BUY!) - Riddle Oil in Ex. A hypoallergenic fragrance oil in a handy little roller. Cardamom, sandalwood, light florals, moss and musk. Plz do not use this to tell someone you're dumping them. - Dilo Palo Santo fragrance. Woodsy, smoky, great for sharing with your partner, etc. etc. Consistent fan favorite at the shop. Stop in & shop or shop online! OPEN 10-6 everyday EXCEPT Tuesday & Wednesday Stay tuned for the next floral workshop & Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  Shop Last Call Items > Order florals >  BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon We shop for the hardware goods and the seasonal decor and the home cleaners, etc. while the kids shop for Pokemon! Brett's is not just a hardware store! It has all of your needs - for the kids too! So not only can you get what you need - for the holidays too - but the kids can come or you can shop for the kids! Either way, don't underestimate Bretts! 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 Get ahead for the holiday shopping! Make it easy... shop Luxe Optique gift cards online! Who wouldn't want/love one of these?! Luxe Optique gift cards can be used for eye exams, contact lenses, and eyewear purchases! Let your loved ones choose their gift depending on their needs. Gift cards can be used in-store or online here > If you're looking for fashion and style for yourself, you can also shop online >  Luxe has all the fits & frames! And you deserve to treat yourself! PS: Appointments required for exams. PPS Both Locations (Beacon & Hudson) are open from 10 AM - 6 PM Tuesday-Saturday & Beacon is only open on Mondays from 10 AM - 5 PM.  Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY FALL in love with dance! 8 Week Course Schedule is happening now! Reach out to Yanarella Dance for more information and to sign up! You or the kids. Options for all! You can check out Yanarella's Dance schedule in ALBB's Kids/Adults Classes Guide! Fall Classes have been posted & updated > Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! Kids Improv Workshop & Jam Day: Sunday, November 6, 2022 Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm Location: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) The first half of the jam has lessons with warm-up games, foundational exercises while the second half is fun, silly, practice play with a break in between. Small groups will be broken out by age as needed. Absolutely zero experience is needed to attend any session! Information > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you!   IMPROV 101- FALL 2022 Class meets: TUESDAYS from 7-10pm 6 sessions: October 25- December 6 Class Showcase: Sunday, December 11 (time TBD) Teacher: Connor Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you! *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Beacon has a growing number of beauty salons and professional pampering to take advantage of - you can even book a transforming appointment at a lash bar! Be it a totally new hair style, or a facial, you have options in Beacon. Plus, one of the most enjoyable gifts you can give to someone is a gift certificate. So we have included links to where you can buy a gift certificate from any of these fine services that offers one. Check out ALBB's Beauty Guide here > Special Message For Businesses: If you want to advertise in this Guide with a picture, logo and promotions, please click here. ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Has your home been insured against fall weather risks? Hazards include short-notice freezes that result in slick sidewalks, fall debris (such as leaves) clogging roof gutters, and even fires from heating up your home. Give Antalek & Moore a call to find out how you would be covered in the event of a new property claim. 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. Tin Shingle teaches PR, social media and content marketing tactics to regular people to help make their pitching and brand story telling smarter, engaging and more appropriate for the media to consider for article features. Tin Shingle is your support system as you're getting the word out about your business. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. INTRODUCING... Hand Painted Design Services now at Katie James, Inc.! The picture above is a special delivery for All You Knead. The assignment was to paint her existed logo onto the sign her carpenter husband made. Let us do yours... let us do the work... hand made with love, of course. See information here >  PS - stop thinking about whether you need a new/updated website or not, you do! And we can do it all. RECENT WEBSITE PROJECTS Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Sparrenberger Studio > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: PART-TIME SALES ASSOCIATE AT WITCH HAZEL Apply here > HIRING: BOOKKEEPER / ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT - AT INDUSTRIAL ARTS BREWING Apply here > HIRING: ALL POSITIONS AT THE DUTCHESS INN AND SPA AT BEACON Apply here > HIRING: PART-TIME SALES & MARKETING COORDINATOR / OFFICE MANAGER / EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT - AT THE MAIN OFFICE AT BEACON DIGITAL Apply here > List your job in ALBB's Job Listings > BUSINESSES IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY ACCOUNTING Gold Standard Tax & Accounting >  BRANDING  >  MARKETING & PR Tin Shingle Katie James, Inc. EVENT SPACE > CO-WORK SPACE The Main Office at Beacon Digital  EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  FLORAL Witch Hazel > HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Faust Design Build HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Believe It Or Not... First Friday Is Here... Again! | Retail Therapy Guide 10/7/2022

Feeling like we JUST wrote the First Friday newsletter for September... and here we are again! Time is flying! Although we want time to slow down a bit (not ready for the holiday shopping just yet although we should start....), we are also excited for all of the events coming up! You'll see a bunch listed below and here every Friday. So many good ones! If you haven't noticed, we like to send the First Friday newsletter early on Friday's as a reminder to get to the shops and snag the deals! Here are just a few that we know of - Flora Good Times plant swap and tarot readings with Black Satin Venus from 4-7pm at Flora Good times. Get a FREE reading with any purchase over $100! Cozy Time Giveaway with Berte & Kaight Shop > This giveaway is worth over $250 in prizes! To enter, spend $25+ at Kaight and/or Berte! King + Curated is accepting walk-ins all day for permanent jewelry!  DayDream Collaborative workshop with Masha: relaxing the face and jaw - self guided acupressure and jade roller techniques. Stella's Fine Market is 10% off all day in store! > There will be more! Walk around Main St. and pop into places to find out! It's a beautiful day for it! Oh, and, PS - The Dutchess Inn and Spa at Beacon is expanding! They are looking for Front Desk Associates, Housekeepers, Licensed Massage Therapists and Estheticians. Industrial Arts Brewing is also looking for people - Bookkeepers/Accountants! See the Job Listings below for all the details and to apply!                           THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   Serious. Comedy Theatre Presents Comedy Variety Show Day: Saturday, October 8, 2022 Time: 8pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, Beacon, NY $20 in advance / $20 at the door Information > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a sponsor of A Little Beacon Blog. Thank you!!   Hudson Valley Farm & Flea Day: Saturday, October 8, 2022 Time: 10am-4pm Location: Museum Village, 1010 Route 17M, Monroe, NY Makers, vintage, farmers, food! Information > Market Day Crafts Fair at the Van Wyck Homestead Museum Day: Saturday, October 8, 2022 Time: 11am - 4pm Location: 504 Route 9, Fishkill NY 12524 25 Arts and Craft Vendors - Made-to-Order Apple Fritters - Lunch - Museum Tours at the Van Wyck Homestead Museum in Fishkill. Rain Date is Sunday 10/9. Join us for a day to celebrate our local craftspeople as they offer their masterfully hand crafted wares on the grounds of the Historic Van Wyck Homestead Museum. Crafters will arouse your senses with colorful pottery, soft knit items, stunning stained glass gifts and aromatic skin care products. The Fishkill Historical Society will provide a concession of culinary delights for lunch and dessert or dessert for lunch! Also take a tour of the c.1732 Van Wyck Homestead Museum. Information > The Howland Public Library Present Words Unbound, A Group Show Day: Saturday, October 8, 2022 Time: 5pm-7pm Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main Street, Beacon NY 12508 To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Library, local artists were invited to submit art inspired by libraries, literature, the printed word, or physical books. Special guest juror Theresa Gooby assisted the library in selecting work for the exhibit. The show features an eclectic mix of drawing, painting, collage, photography and sculpture from over 20 artists from Dutchess, Putnam and Orange counties.   Wee Play Presents Halloween Costume Swap Days & Times: Friday, October 7, 2022 (3:30pm-6:30pm) Saturday, October 8, 2022 (2pm-5pm) Location: Beacon Rec Center, 23 West Center Street or all week drop off bin only at Hunca Munca at 145 Main St. Children’s costumes only please! Information >   Field + Supply - Modern Makers Market Day: Friday, October 7, 2022 - Sunday, October 9, 2022 Time: 10am-6pm Location: Hutton Brickyards, Kingston, NY Over 200 vendors, a full weekend of live music, great local eats, and activities for the whole family. Information > Harvest Hunt At Locust Grove Days: Saturdays & Sundays in October & Monday, October 10, 2022 Time: 10:30am-4:30am Location: Locust Grove Estate, 2683 South Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY Calling all kids and families! Come find over 2 dozen fabulously decorated pumpkins hidden in the nooks and crannies of our gardens on this very unique story walk - scavenger hunt! Tickets are $10/person. Children under 4 are free! Information > Red Cross Blood Drive Day: Tuesday, October 11, 2022 Time: 10:00am - 3:00PM Location: Veterans Memorial Bldg, 413 Main St, Beacon Please use Teller Ave door. Handicap accessible! Walk-ins are welcome Pre-register here > Phoenicia Flea Days: October 1, October 8-9 (rain or shine) Time: 11am-5pm Locations > Serious. Comedy Theatre Presents Open Mic Stand Up Show Day: Friday, October 14, 2022 Time: 8pm Location: 22 Kent Street, Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a sponsor of A Little Beacon Blog. Thank you!! Blow Your Own Ornament Day: Sign up starts October 1 for November-January classes Location: Hudson Beach Glass, Beacon, NY Schedule soon, as the calendar fills up quickly. Sign-up is online only. Come make an ornament. You will have color and texture options to choose from. Anyone from age 6 years and up can do this. Each ornament is $45. If choosing to make several ornaments, the appointments will be consecutive with 15 minutes for each. Information > 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 We're loving that Eat Church is serving up dinner 6 days a week at Dogwood in Beacon. If you walk by, you can see the menu & specials showcased in the glass case! Beware... it's mouth-watering. Stop by this weekend or Tuesdays - Sundays from 5pm-10 pm. You can also Find Eat Church - Industrial Arts Brewing from Friday-Sunday - Straight from the grocery case at Marbled Meat Shop - ready to go! - Dogwood Beacon on Tuesday-Sunday from 5pm-10pm Order Online > Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. Even when change is inevitable, the beet cured salmon from BBC has been a staple on their menu *hint hint, it's SO good! Try the Ultimate Bagel filled with delicious house beet cured salmon, whipped cream cheese, red onions, fresh dill and capers. A lunch you need to complete your weekend! 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! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Visit Ciao Chow at the HV Food Hall! Fresh handmade pasta and CHOW (fried rice with choise of fried or scrambled egg). Salads & desserts also available! Inside the HV Food Hall! 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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Just incase you missed it last weekend... the seasonal apple cinnamon margarita from Baja is back & it is a must try (if you're into that sorta thing)! Who say's you can't enjoy a margarita in the fall?! Not Baja! Stop in for this goodness & enjoy delish tacos and other entrees. Don't forget to ask about the specials! Other cocktails & mocktails too! Oh & obviously appetizers, desserts, and much more! Takeout available. PS: 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. Utensils are always optional at Ziatun... okay, but seriously, look at this table... filled with so much goodness. Fresh authentic Middle Eastern cuisine! Ziatun is open all weekend with more great wraps, mezzes, and entrees for you! Whatever you do or decide... try out the Futur Medley - it has everything you could want and more! Hummus, baba ganoush, foule, za'atar, olive oil, falafel & pickled turnips served with warm pita bread. Our favorite. Along with the zaatar fries.  Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!   *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Shopping! So fun, yet so strategic. With so many options to shop on Main Street, we compiled a Shopping Guide that includes every single shop in Beacon for your shopping and bookmarking pleasure! If you run a shop or boutique in Beacon and want to sponsor the shopping guide, be included in this Friday Feature newsletter, and get a nifty photo gallery in the guide, click here for more details >   WITCH HAZEL 176 Main Street, Beacon Witch Hazel is a modern-day apothecary that taps into the calming beauty of nature. Back in 2019, Jill Hilbrenner started designing floral arrangements after spending the better part of the year tackling health issues. After getting the energy to get out of bed and “do things,” she went on a search to “do something pretty, just for the hell of it.” What started as a hobby in her apartment turned into an obsession that sparked the idea for this shop: the idea that the Earth creates the most beautiful gifts you could ever want. Read more about Witch Hazel here > PS Fun facts: the products shown in the photo are great for travel, gifts, denying the end of summer, and looking dang cute! Ask Jill all about them in the shop! Or shop online > OPEN 10-6 everyday EXCEPT Tuesday & Wednesday Stay tuned for the next floral workshop & Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  Shop Last Call Items > Order florals >  BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon It's October! Get your pumpkins! Lined up & stacked at Bretts - all different sizes. Maybe you keep them as is, carve them, bake the seeds, or make puree? We're 'basic' for pumpkins & we're loving all of this. We picked one up and used the fresh puree to make pumpkin bread... healthy pumpkin bread... ask us for the recipe if you dare. But first, stop in at Bretts & pick out your pumpkin! All different sizes! PS: Brett’s is hiring a morning person. Go into the store to apply. 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 You can make an appt at Luxe with an optometrist to find the best eyewear for you! At Luxe Optique, your vision and the overall health of your eyes is their main priority. Their highly trained doctors of optometry spend ample time with you to ensure you receive the highest quality exam. Reach out today! If you're looking for fashionable wear, you can also shop online >  Luxe has all the fits & frames! PS: Appointments required for exams. PPS Both Locations (Beacon & Hudson) are open from 10 AM - 6 PM Tuesday-Saturday & Beacon is only open on Mondays from 10 AM - 5 PM.  Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY FALL in love with dance! 8 Week Course Schedule is happening now! Reach out to Yanarella Dance for more information and to sign up! You or the kids. Options for all! You can check out Yanarella's Dance schedule in ALBB's Kids/Adults Classes Guide! Fall Classes have been posted & updated > Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! Kids Improv Workshop & Jam Day: Sunday, October 16, 2022 Time: 10am-11:30am Location: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) The first half of the jam has lessons with warm-up games, foundational exercises while the second half is fun, silly, practice play with a break in between. Small groups will be broken out by age as needed. Absolutely zero experience is needed to attend any session! Information > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you!   IMPROV 101- FALL 2022 Class meets: TUESDAYS from 7-10pm 6 sessions: October 11- November 15 Class Showcase: Friday evening, November 18th, (time TBD) Teacher: Connor Classes meet at: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) Information > Explore all classes > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you! *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Beacon has a growing number of beauty salons and professional pampering to take advantage of - you can even book a transforming appointment at a lash bar! Be it a totally new hair style, or a facial, you have options in Beacon. Plus, one of the most enjoyable gifts you can give to someone is a gift certificate. So we have included links to where you can buy a gift certificate from any of these fine services that offers one. Check out ALBB's Beauty Guide here > Special Message For Businesses: If you want to advertise in this Guide with a picture, logo and promotions, please click here. ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon As the seasons change, so do the weather and road conditions. This fall, keep an eye out for back-to-school traffic, wet leaves, fewer hours of daylight, and rainy or foggy situations. Contact Antalek & Moore today to get peace of mind behind the wheel with the right auto insurance policy. Follow Antalek & Moore on Instagram for tips & reach out for policies!  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. Tin Shingle teaches PR, social media and content marketing tactics to regular people to help make their pitching and brand story telling smarter, engaging and more appropriate for the media to consider for article features. Tin Shingle is your support system as you're getting the word out about your business. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. New season = new website! Need a new website? Seriously, it's a must! Your website needs updating throughout the year! SEO/Google says so too. Katie James, Inc. has your back! A new website is a vital part of growing your business. Things evolve in your business - new products/items/foods, changes in the place, special offerings, etc. As you grow, your website needs to grow. This is how people find you & WANT to check you out! An old outdated website might push them away (we've witnessed this happen!) Find out about our website design services here > Let us bring your business to life (online).  RECENT WEBSITE PROJECTS Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Sparrenberger Studio > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: BOOKKEEPER / ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT - AT INDUSTRIAL ARTS BREWING Apply here > HIRING: ALL POSITIONS AT THE DUTCHESS INN AND SPA AT BEACON Apply here > HIRING: PART-TIME SALES & MARKETING COORDINATOR / OFFICE MANAGER / EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT - AT THE MAIN OFFICE AT BEACON DIGITAL Apply here > List your job in ALBB's Job Listings > BUSINESSES IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY BRANDING  >  MARKETING & PR Tin Shingle Katie James, Inc. EVENT SPACE > CO-WORK SPACE The Main Office at Beacon Digital  EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  FLORAL Witch Hazel > HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Faust Design Build HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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October?! How'd You Get Here So Quickly?!

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We'd be lying if we said October wasn't our favorite month! Not cold enough & full of festivities! Plus, we're here for the pumpkins - the seed baking, the puree making, the carving, the pumpkin pies, the ciders, the decorations... all of it! Pumpkins available at Bretts Hardware! Get em! We're also here for the Fall foods... the soups, the apple cider donuts, chili ... we could go on and on. You get the point. But also - we live in the BEST (in our opinion) place for hiking! And let's face it... Hudson Valley fall hikes are breathtaking - for weather and for scenery. Some of our favorites include Storm King, Mount Beacon, Breakneck, Kaaterskill Falls, Anthony's Nose, and so much more! If you do go on any hikes, be sure to tag us on Instagram, so we can see! Enjoy your first weekend of October!  PS: In perfect October fashion, several October 1 events are scheduled despite the hurricane rain. Always a tough call. Some are rain or shine. Stony Kill moved their Harvest Festival to their rain date of Sunday. Where can you enjoy a show in the evening inside? From Serious. Comedy Theatre! See details below. Also see below for Eat Church's soup that is about to warm your bones.                           THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   The 23rd Annual Woodstock Film Festival Days: September 28, 2022 - October 2, 2022 Times: see schedule for times > Location: see schedule for venues > Information > Harvest Hunt At Locust Grove Days: Saturdays & Sundays in October & Monday, October 10, 2022 Time: 10:30am-4:30am Location: Locust Grove Estate, 2683 South Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY Calling all kids and families! Come find over 2 dozen fabulously decorated pumpkins hidden in the nooks and crannies of our gardens on this very unique story walk - scavenger hunt! Tickets are $10/person. Children under 4 are free! Information > Improv Comedy Show Day: Saturday, October 1, 2022 Time: Show at 8pm (doors at 7:55pm) Location: 22 Kent St., Beacon, NY Room #109 Our Serious Comedy Theatre House Teams: Holy Waterslides and Hell Bent, for Now perform a completely improvised show, made up of scenes and stories pulled from crowd suggestions. The roughly 90 minute show (with an intermission) takes place monthly. For ages 18+. $12 advance / $15 at door. Beer, cider, seltzer and water available at the show! Information > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a sponsor of A Little Beacon Blog. Thank you!! Hudson Valley Flea Market & Craft Fair Day: Saturday, October 1, 2022 Time: 10am-4pm Location: YAI, 677 White Plains Road, Tarrytown, NY Information > Phoenicia Flea Days: October 1, October 8-9 (rain or shine) Time: 11am-5pm Locations > Stony Kill's Harvest Fest - MOVED TO RAIN DATE! - Sunday Day: Sunday, October 2, 2022 Time: 11am-3pm Location: Stony Kill Farm, 79 Farmstead Ln, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 Hay rides, Live Music, Farm animals, Artisans, Yummy treats, and more! Harvest Fest is the perfect way to celebrate the start of fall and enjoy the gorgeous Stony Kill farmscape. Admission is free, and a suggested donation of $5 is a welcome way to help support Stony Kill. There will be soft pretzels. Bring cash for crafts, baked goods, and soup provided by our friends in the Verplanck Garden Club. Enter using the northern farm entrance and park in the field on your right. Then catch a hay wagon shuttle or walk along the farm lane to the festivities near the barn! Information > Blow Your Own Ornament Day: Sign up starts October 1 for November-January classes Location: Hudson Beach Glass, Beacon, NY Schedule soon, as the calendar fills up quickly. Sign-up is online only. Come make an ornament. You will have color and texture options to choose from. Anyone from age 6 years and up can do this. Each ornament is $45. If choosing to make several ornaments, the appointments will be consecutive with 15 minutes for each. Information > 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 Reminder that Eat Church is serving up dinner 6 days a week at Dogwood in Beacon and if you haven't been yet, you must go! Especially as it starts to get cooler... nothin' like delicious soul food! Stop by this weekend or Tuesdays - Sundays from 5pm-10 pm for that good good! Dogwood is located at 47 E Main St. You know you want those phat thai noodles! Find Eat Church Industrial Arts Brewing from Friday-Sunday & Dogwood Beacon on Tuesday-Sunday from 5pm-10pm Order Online > Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. Excuse me Beacon Bread... are you kidding with this?! Cheese Steak au jus?! Oh man... a must try and at the top of our list! Shaved rib eye- grilled and served on BBC's toasted baguette, melted cheddar, sautéed onions and peppers and a side of au jus. For your dipping pleasures, of course. Nothing like the real thing! 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! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Shmucks is open until 10pm all weekend long! Go on in & get the scoooop(s). Inside the HV Food Hall! 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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY It’s back! Seasonal apple cinnamon margarita from Baja! A must try! Who say's you can't enjoy a margarita in the fall?! Not Baja! Stop in for this goodness & enjoy delish tacos and other entrees. Don't forget to ask about the specials! Other cocktails & mocktails too! Oh & obviously appetizers, desserts, and much more! Takeout available. PS: 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. Autumn is here (wooo!) and Ziatun has some yummy flavors to share. We're so excited! Follow Ziaun on Instagram and follow along as they share some of their new seasonal dishes > Ziatun is open all weekend with more great wraps, mezzes, and entrees for you! Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!   *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Shopping! So fun, yet so strategic. With so many options to shop on Main Street, we compiled a Shopping Guide that includes every single shop in Beacon for your shopping and bookmarking pleasure! If you run a shop or boutique in Beacon and want to sponsor the shopping guide, be included in this Friday Feature newsletter, and get a nifty photo gallery in the guide, click here for more details >   WITCH HAZEL 176 Main Street, Beacon Imagine yourself with a little hand-stamped tin case of perfume, which by the way is hand-poured in Iceland and which also by the way has the most beautiful balmy texture. This is No.54, from Fischersund, a woodsy little number with a warm blend of vetiver, patchouli and musk. (The nice kind of musk.) This line is a new Witch Hazel favorite fragrance line, not just sayin' it. Do yourself a favor and become A Person Who Uses a Perfume Bar. Available at Witch Hazel! OPEN 10-6 everyday EXCEPT Tuesday & Wednesday Stay tuned for the next floral workshop & Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  Shop Last Call Items > Order florals >  BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon It's October! Get your pumpkins! Lined up & stacked at Bretts - all different sizes. Maybe you keep them as is, carve them, bake the seeds, or make puree? We're 'basic' for pumpkins & we're loving all of this. Stop in at Bretts & pick em out. All different sizes! PS: Brett’s is hiring a morning person. Go into the store to apply. 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 We're feeling sophisticated and affordable this season, how about you? Maybe you're also feeling it? Or maybe you're feeling luxury? Asian fit? Something for your child(ren)? Luxe has all the fits & frames! Shop the Luxe Optique Collection > online or make an appt to stop in and find the best pair (if this color doesn't work for you!)  PS: Appointments required for exams. PPS Both Locations (Beacon & Hudson) are open from 10 AM - 6 PM Tuesday-Saturday & Beacon is only open on Mondays from 10 AM - 5 PM.  Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY FALL in love with dance! 8 Week Course Schedule is happening now! Reach out to Yanarella Dance for more information and to sign up! You or the kids. Options for all! You can check out Yanarella's Dance schedule in ALBB's Kids/Adults Classes Guide! Fall Classes have been posted & updated > Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! Kids Improv Workshop & Jam Day: Sunday, October 2, 2022 Time: 10am-11:30am Location: 22 Kent St., Room #109, Beacon, NY 12508 (Old Beacon High School) The first half of the jam has lessons with warm-up games, foundational exercises while the second half is fun, silly, practice play with a break in between. Small groups will be broken out by age as needed. Absolutely zero experience is needed to attend any session! Information > Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you! *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Beacon has a growing number of beauty salons and professional pampering to take advantage of - you can even book a transforming appointment at a lash bar! Be it a totally new hair style, or a facial, you have options in Beacon. Plus, one of the most enjoyable gifts you can give to someone is a gift certificate. So we have included links to where you can buy a gift certificate from any of these fine services that offers one. Check out ALBB's Beauty Guide here > Special Message For Businesses: If you want to advertise in this Guide with a picture, logo and promotions, please click here. ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Plan for a rainy day - or should we say an unforeseen storm system. Given that we are in the midst of hurricane season, follow these 5 tips to ensure you are prepared. Thank you Antalek & Moore for always giving us tips! Follow Antalek & Moore on Instagram for tips & reach out for policies!  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. Tin Shingle teaches PR, social media and content marketing tactics to regular people to help make their pitching and brand story telling smarter, engaging and more appropriate for the media to consider for article features. Tin Shingle is your support system as you're getting the word out about your business. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. New season = new website! Need a new website? Seriously, it's a must! Your website needs updating throughout the year! SEO/Google says so too. Katie James, Inc. has your back! A new website is a vital part of growing your business. Things evolve in your business - new products/items/foods, changes in the place, special offerings, etc. As you grow, your website needs to grow. This is how people find you & WANT to check you out! An old outdated website might push them away (we've witnessed this happen!) Find out about our website design services here > Let us bring your business to life (online).  RECENT WEBSITE PROJECTS Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Sparrenberger Studio > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: PART-TIME SALES & MARKETING COORDINATOR / OFFICE MANAGER / EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT - AT THE MAIN OFFICE AT BEACON DIGITAL Apply here > List your job in ALBB's Job Listings > BUSINESSES IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY BRANDING  >  MARKETING & PR Tin Shingle Katie James, Inc. EVENT SPACE > CO-WORK SPACE The Main Office at Beacon Digital  EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  FLORAL Witch Hazel > HEALTH & WELLNESS > MASSAGE Focus On Massage Therapy HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Faust Design Build HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >  SIGN UP FOR THIS NEWSLETTER JOIN THESE ADVERTISERS: We create ad packages that work for different types of businesses. Click here for ways to advertise on A Little Beacon Blog and accomplish your goals. We look forward to highlighting your business and show your support! Share Tweet Forward Facebook Twitter Instagram Was this email forwarded to you by a friend? Sign up now (it's free) to receive A Little Beacon Blog's weekly newsletter.

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Cheers To The Weekend! And Chillier Mornings And Second Saturday!

Second Saturday is here! The art galleries are changing, like the leaves on the trees soon will be! Small and large, galleries are located up and down Main Street, and sometimes in houses. Do visit BAU and Maria Lago galleries on the east end of town, as the sculptures and paintings in their windows have been transforming. Use A Little Beacon Blog’s exclusive Art Gallery Guide to plot out your art hop, and report back to us in Instagram by tagging us with your photos of what you find (and maybe buy!) In the mean time, we're holding on to summer a little longer with Summer Love soap from Salleyander - an essential! Make with olive oil, rose, vetiver, and jasmine essential oils. Picked up this one (and a eucalyptus for next time) at the Beacon Farmers Market last weekend! Summer Love is limited edition... head there this weekend to see if it's still available! Fingers crossed because it's so good! And if it is available, snag 3 for only $25 because you'll want this even in the colder months, Also snagged some bone-in pork chops from Eggberts but can't attach a photo because we ate them too quickly!  Anyway... we hope you made it through your first week of September (and maybe back to school) with nothing but good vibes. We don't know about you but we are digging the chilly early mornings! They're perfect for light layers, strolls down main street, picking up a coffee from Beacon Bread Company, and not feeling so sweaty as soon as you wake up! We're here for it, September! Keep it comin'.  Also... school buses are out! Don't give them a hard time - especially if you're stuck behind them. They are literally doing their job! Getting kids to school safely!                           THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   Justice McCray’s Vision Board Workshop Day: Saturday, September 10, 2022 Time: 11am-2pm Location: 544 Main St., Beacon, NY Join Justice’s Vision Board Workship for the Full Harvest Moon. To create new worlds, we need to envision them first. There is great joy in doing this together. All proceeds from this event will go toward our mission of creating free holistic care in our community. So if you can’t donate, we have a spot for you anyway! HOWLAND 150 People Make it Happen Days: August 5 - ​September 25 Time: 1pm-5pm This exhibition has been over a year in the making. In collaboration with the Howland Public Library and the Beacon Historical Society. Artist and curator Donna Mikkelsen has put together a series of historical pictographs to tell the incredible story of what is now our free Public Library - it wasn’t always that way! Joined by fellow artist and history fan, Jean-Marc Superville Sovak Information > SAVE THE DATE! Spirit Of Beacon Day’s 45th Year 2022 Day: Sunday, September 25, 2022 Location: Main St, Beacon, NY The Spirit of Beacon Day is a city wide celebration for the community of Beacon, New York held annually since 1977 on the last Sunday of September. Read more about its history here and see past photos here. Spirit of Beacon Day is organized and run by a volunteer committee with hands on help and generous donations by local citizens and businesses, alongside the support of the City. Information > ALBB is a sponsor of Spirit of Beacon Day 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 Did ya hear?! Eat Church is now serving up dinner 6 days a week at Dog Wood in Beacon! It was obviously such a big hit that they had to stay! And if you're looking for a sign to go on in and try it out, this is it. This is your sign. Stop by and Tues-Sun from 5pm-10 pm for damn good food! Dogwood is located at 47 E Main St. You know you want those phat thai noodles! Find Eat Church Industrial Arts Brewing from Friday-Sunday & Dogwood Beacon on Tuesday-Sunday from 5pm-10pm Order Online > Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. The best part abut BBC? You can dine in(or outside) and enjoy really good breakfast/lunch options but you can also grab-n-go deliciousness like this crumb cake and latte that is absolutely necessary on the weekend! BBC has a full coffee bar with tons of milk alternatives and house made flavors. Pastries & breads are made in-house daily. Breakfast and lunch is out of this world. Stop in and start your weekend off the right way! 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! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Just because Fall is around the corner and Summer is coming to an end does not mean you can't stop in The Roosevelt Bar for a good margarita! 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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Don't get us wrong... we love all of the 13 different tacos that Baja has to offer but sometimes we really enjoy getting a few different appetizers because they're SO good and satisfying. Stop in & see for yourself! Takeout available. PS: 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. Oh baby! The weekend (or any day really) = the perfect time to enjoy a falafel rice bowl from Ziatun! Filled with rice, salad, hummus, baba ghanoush, pickled turnips & tahini! Add the falafel but if you're feeling something different, you can also add chicken, lamb, grilled veggies, chicken shawarma, kofta & extra of any of these things! 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 You know it's going to be a good weekend when Witch Hazel announces that they're now carrying what's bound to be your new favorite skincare brand: WLDKAT!!! WLDKAT is the no-BS, never-boring creation of Amy Zunzunegui. She's a bad b*tch, and she created (literally) thousands of products at Urban Decay over the course of 20 years. Yep, she knows her stuff. Now she's running @wldkat_skin, and your skin will love her for that. The brand is vegan, cruelty-free, transparent about its sustainability commitments, and full of clean formulas that actually work. This tonic, for example? Magic juice! Took 3 minutes (I counted) to disappear off the shelves today. Pop by the Main Street shop all weekend or go online anytime. They've got more tonic on the way, plus a full collection you'll want to check out. Oh, and this is wild: Nothing's over $25  PS - Witch Hazel's Fall wreath workshop is sold out BUT check out the vase arranging class! >  On Sept 29! OPEN 10-6 everyday EXCEPT Tuesday & Wednesday Stay tuned for the next floral workshop & Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  Shop Last Call Items > Order florals >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon Maya Abu Al-Hayyat, “You Can Be the Last Leaf: Selected Poems” -- “Here, private and public domains are inseparable. Desire, loss, and violence permeate the walls of the home, the borders of the mind. And yet that mind is full of its own fierce and funny voice, its own preoccupations and strangenesses. ‘It matters to me,’ writes Abu Al-Hayyat, ‘what you’re thinking now / as you coerce your kids to sleep / in the middle of shelling’: whether it’s coming up with ‘plans / to solve the world’s problems,’ plans that ‘eliminate longing from stories, remove exhaustion from groans,’ or dreaming ‘of a war / that’s got no war in it,’ or proclaiming that ‘I don’t believe in survival.’ In ‘You Can Be the Last Leaf’, Abu Al-Hayyat has created a richly textured portrait of Palestinian interiority—at once wry and romantic, worried and tenacious, and always singing itself.” 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 You know what's so underrated? Clamps. Yup, clamps. Clamps are versatile tools that serve to temporarily hold work securely in place. They are used for many applications including carpentry, woodworking, furniture making, welding, construction and metal working. They are necessary! And Bretts has alllll the necessities. Stop in. PS: Brett’s is hiring a morning person. Go into the store to apply. 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 If you're a Today Show fan (like us), you know Al Roker has the BEST eyewear. Well, here he is, Al Roker rocking his brand new Anne et Valentin Frames at The Dewberry! Luxe Optique has tons of new styles available in both locations! Stop in & check them out! Both Locations are open from 10 AM - 6 PM Tuesday-Saturday & Beacon is only open on Mondays from 10 AM - 5 PM.  Shop the Luxe Optique Collection > online or make an appt to stop in and find the best pair!  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 Fall 8 Week Course Schedule is now available! New introductory classes begin the week of 9/19. You can check out Yanarella's Dance schedule in ALBB's Kids/Adults Classes Guide! Fall Classes have been posted & updated > Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Beacon has a growing number of beauty salons and professional pampering to take advantage of - you can even book a transforming appointment at a lash bar! Be it a totally new hair style, or a facial, you have options in Beacon. Plus, one of the most enjoyable gifts you can give to someone is a gift certificate. So we have included links to where you can buy a gift certificate from any of these fine services that offers one. Check out ALBB's Beauty Guide here > Special Message For Businesses: If you want to advertise in this Guide with a picture, logo and promotions, please click here. ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Antalek & Moore is a full-service insurance agency and risk-management company based in Beacon, New York. They offer commercial and personal insurance solutions to customers in the Hudson Valley community, throughout New York State, and across the country. Reach out today! 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. Tin Shingle teaches PR, social media and content marketing tactics to regular people to help make their pitching and brand story telling smarter, engaging and more appropriate for the media to consider for article features. Tin Shingle produces weekly webinars called Training TuneUps, which offer free access to niche classes, as well as one-on-one training opportunities. Our Research Team is constantly updating our easy-to-use Media Contact Library and Editorial Calendar Collection, which serve as an inspiration center when discovering story angles and best people to connect with about where to pitch about your business. Start with our free articles and classes by subscribing to our newsletter. Next, dig in to go bigger with your outreach with our Membership Program that gives you Media Contacts, Editorial Calendars, Templates for emailing the media as well as plotting out your PR and Marketing plan. Tin Shingle is your support system as you're getting the word out about your business. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. Need a new website? Katie James, Inc. has your back! A new website is a vital part of growing your business. Things evolve in your business - new products/items/foods, changes in the place, special offerings, etc. As you grow, your website needs to grow. This is how people find you & WANT to check you out! An old outdated website might push them away (we've witnessed this happen!) Find out about our website design services here > Let us bring your business to life (online).  RECENT WEBSITE PROJECTS Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Sparrenberger Studio > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! List your job in ALBB's Job Listings > 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 List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Last Weekend Of August! Fall Is Around The Corner... Fun Workshops And Activities Coming Atcha!

It's always a little sad when the last weekend of August hits... back to school (yup, we said it), Fall, holidays (yeah, we went there too), BUT we're in the best place for Fall activities and we're keeping up with all of them and sharing them here so you don't have to search! And yes, this was a hint that if you haven't signed up for Witch Hazel's Fall Wreath Workshop, then you better do it now! Spots are limited and you don't wanna miss this one. Details below.                            THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   HOWLAND 150 People Make it Happen Days: August 5 - ​September 25 Time: 1pm-5pm This exhibition has been over a year in the making. In collaboration with the Howland Public Library and the Beacon Historical Society. Artist and curator Donna Mikkelsen has put together a series of historical pictographs to tell the incredible story of what is now our free Public Library - it wasn’t always that way! Joined by fellow artist and history fan, Jean-Marc Superville Sovak Information > Office for the Aging Summer Picnic Series Returns with Traditional Picnic 2022 Day: Wednesday, August 31, 2022 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. Registration Open For The Beacon Pool Pool Season: Days: July 2 - September 4, 2022 Location: Settlement Park Information > 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 This is your LAST reminder to stop into Dogwood in Beacon for the Eat Church Pop-Up that is ending at the end of August! Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - and August is officially almost over! If you are familiar with Eat Church you'll understand why you don't want to miss out on their take on Asian inspired street food at Dogwood. If you're not familiar with them, well you should really check them out at their food truck outside Industrial Arts Brewing!  FIND THE FOOD TRUCK! Fri-Sun @industrialartsbrewing Food Truck Tues-Thurs, 5pm-10pm @dogwoodbeacon 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. BBC is open all weekend (with coffee!) + other brunchy goodness! Choose things like the 'basic breakfast', 2 eggs on a roll, classic pancakes or strawberry ricotta pancakes, waffle house special or chicken and waffles, breakfast burrito... shall we keep going? So many good options! Get in there this weekend & get the goods! 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! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Kale salad from Ciao Chow - tossed in their house made apple vinaigrette topped with fried shallots, ricotta, tomatoes, beautifully sliced gala apples, and choice of protein. YUM! Stop in the HV Food Hall for this deliciousness. 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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Over 12 taco flavors from Baja... hard to choose just 1! So you choose 3 because you can for only $15! Can't forget about the quesadillas, main plates (like the Southwest Boneless Short Ribs, Steak Asada, and more), and lots of other goodness. Appetizers are all a good choice. Refreshing cocktails & mocktails available. Don't forget to check out the specials on the chalkboard! Those are goodies as well! Takeout available. PS: 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. Good food & good vibes? Ziatun! Dine in in this cute coziness or eat outside with a view of Main St! Enjoy some delicious Palestinian eats! Whatever you choose to get... you must start with the watermelon salad with feta and fresh mint > Refreshing & nourishing! PS NEW MERCH ALERT! Snag this HUMMUS tote, a limited edition tee, Authentic made-in-Palestine KUFIYAS, a traditional + fashionable scarf (in black and red). Stock is getting low! 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 The dried flower arranging class was such a big hit that Witch Hazel had to create an event for a Fall Wreath Workshop! And, I mean, c'mon! Make your own fall wreath?! Picture this... feel the crisp autumn air, picture the trees bursting into color, and imagine yourself sipping a warm apple cider in your favorite mug. It's almost autumn, baby! Join Witch Hazel & make beautiful, unique dried wreaths to display on the door, wall, mantle...you name it. With a mix of dried grasses, branches, berries and flowers, you'll design a fully customized creation you can enjoy for 2-3 years (or more) with proper care. Tasty drinks and snacks, fun music on the speakers, and good energy all around! More info & tickets here > Snag em before they go! Spots are limited! NEW OPEN: Monday-Saturday 11am-6pm Sunday 12pm-5pm Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  Shop Last Call Items > Order florals >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon Keith Haring, “Keith Haring (Art & Design)” available at Binnacle Books! Binnacle specializes in used and new literature, poetry, literary nonfiction, political history, art, drama, philosophy, graphic novels, and children's books. Is there a particular title you're interested in? Let them know. If they don't have it, they'd be happy to order it for you. They're also always looking to acquire used books in excellent condition, especially in their core categories.The bookstore is a collaborative endeavor by four partners, who have collectively been writers, editors, musicians, producers, organizers, teachers, filmmakers, and booksellers. If you love books, they welcome you. If you don't, they'll do their best to convince you otherwise. 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 Are you the type of person that likes to change the paint in your house often? I mean, it's kinda fun! Change with the seasons, right? Spruce things up, brighten them up, darken the mood, etc. Changing things throughout your home gives it a new homey feel & it can be as simple as paint! Tons of Benjamin Moore options at Bretts! All the painting tools and brushes you need! Stop in. Maybe your paint is old & this is your sign to do something about it. PS: Brett’s is hiring a morning person. Go into the store to apply. 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 Jacques Marie Mage | Fumio Beige -  Talk about SO GOOD! You for sure want to be caught wearing these... they are a mix of fabulous and sexy and classic and all the right things. Shop these here > If these don't tickle your fancy, you can shop the entire collection here >  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 Fall 8 Week Course Schedule is now available! New introductory classes begin the week of 9/19. You can check out Yanarella's Dance schedule in ALBB's Kids/Adults Classes Guide! Fall Classes have been posted & updated > Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Beacon has a growing number of beauty salons and professional pampering to take advantage of - you can even book a transforming appointment at a lash bar! Be it a totally new hair style, or a facial, you have options in Beacon. Plus, one of the most enjoyable gifts you can give to someone is a gift certificate. So we have included links to where you can buy a gift certificate from any of these fine services that offers one. Check out ALBB's Beauty Guide here > Special Message For Businesses: If you want to advertise in this Guide with a picture, logo and promotions, please click here. ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Antalek & Moore is proud to host a donation drive in support of the US ARMY Destroyer Company from the 10th Mountain Division. The company is made up of about 80 men and women, and we are looking for supply donations to lift their spirits! Please bring your donations to 340 Main Street in Beacon during their office hours. Donations will be accepted until the end of the month! Get the list of requested items > 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. Tin Shingle teaches PR, social media and content marketing tactics to regular people to help make their pitching and brand story telling smarter, engaging and more appropriate for the media to consider for article features. Tin Shingle produces weekly webinars called Training TuneUps, which offer free access to niche classes, as well as one-on-one training opportunities. Our Research Team is constantly updating our easy-to-use Media Contact Library and Editorial Calendar Collection, which serve as an inspiration center when discovering story angles and best people to connect with about where to pitch about your business. Start with our free articles and classes by subscribing to our newsletter. Next, dig in to go bigger with your outreach with our Membership Program that gives you Media Contacts, Editorial Calendars, Templates for emailing the media as well as plotting out your PR and Marketing plan. Tin Shingle is your support system as you're getting the word out about your business. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. Need a new website? Katie James, Inc. has your back! A new website is a vital part of growing your business. Things evolve in your business - new products/items/foods, changes in the place, special offerings, etc. As you grow, your website needs to grow. This is how people find you & WANT to check you out! An old outdated website might push them away (we've witnessed this happen!) Find out about our website design services here > Let us bring your business to life (online).  RECENT WEBSITE PROJECTS Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Sparrenberger Studio > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! List your job in ALBB's Job Listings > 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 List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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And Just Like That... It's Friday, Again! ..... Retail Therapy Guide 8/19/2022

We don't know of a better way to spend the weekend than in Beacon! Eat, drink & shop your way through Main St., hangout at Long Dock Park, and hike Mount Beacon. What more could you want?! Not sure where to go/how to navigate? We created a Shopping Guide, Restaurant Guide, & Beauty Guide but to give you something quick- here's what we recommend this weekend: Stop by Beacon Bread Company for a Bacon Egg & Cheese >  - House-cured Canadian bacon with cheddar, two fried eggs and some avocado on a fresh, homemade brioche roll is everything you need to start the day! Pop in & out of some of the shops & snag some goods. Want to cook something healthy & unique? Stellas Fine Market is a must! And across the street? Witch Hazel! Your go-to for beauty & wellness, florals, and other goods to start the weekend off with some self care. Next, head on into Zakka Joy for items you never realized you needed, until you wanted everything in sight! Full of whimsical items like oversized cupcake pillows, mugs, goofy to-do list pads, and more. Before you know it, it's lunch time! Stop into Ziatun for the most delicious & authentic Palestinian Middle Eastern cuisine. Grab the Futur Medley & try a little bit of everything! In the mood for something else? Stop in the Hudson Valley Food Hall for a variety of goods! Can't forget dessert! Walk up the street & head into Hakan for yummy chocolates, like the Sakura Japanese Whiskey. And... more shopping! Raven Rose, La Mere Clothing & Goods, Kaight Shop, Beacon Bath & Bubble and a ton more. We're certain you'll find a dinner spot along the way! See our Restaurant sponsors below for good choices or browse our Restaurant Guide for more!  PRO-TIP: Shops and Restaurants can guarantee themselves a feature in this weekend edition of ALBB's newsletter with a Sustaining Sponsorship! It's easy - we blog about you each week. It's like magazine placement each week with a photo and writeup for a curated experience for our readers (21,500 page views/month) - and in our Instagram too with almost 10k followers. If you're a restaurant, shop, or beauty boutique in Beacon, and want to sponsor the Restaurant Guide, Shopping Guide, or Beauty Guide, be featured in this weekly newsletter (2,150 subscribers), click here for more info!                           THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   HOWLAND 150 People Make it Happen Days: August 5 - ​September 25 Time: 1pm-5pm This exhibition has been over a year in the making. In collaboration with the Howland Public Library and the Beacon Historical Society. Artist and curator Donna Mikkelsen has put together a series of historical pictographs to tell the incredible story of what is now our free Public Library - it wasn’t always that way! Joined by fellow artist and history fan, Jean-Marc Superville Sovak Information > Office for the Aging Summer Picnic Series Returns with Traditional Picnic 2022 Day: Wednesdays August 24, 2022 &  August 31, 2022 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. Registration Open For The Beacon Pool Pool Season: July 2 - September 4, 2022 Location: Settlement Park Information > 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 This is your weekly reminder to stop into Dogwood in Beacon for Eat Church Pop-Ups! Happening throughout the month of August - on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - and August is almonst over AHHH! If you are familiar with Eat Church you'll understand why you don't want to miss out on their take on Asian inspired street food at Dogwood. If you're not familiar with them, well you should really check them out at their food truck outside Industrial Arts Brewing!  FIND THE FOOD TRUCK! Fri-Sun @industrialartsbrewing Food Truck Tues-Thurs, 5pm-10pm @dogwoodbeacon 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. Are you an iced coffee drinker all year round? Or just the summer? Or both? Doesn't matter over at BBC! Both hot & iced are delish & made fresh in-house with home-made syrups. This is a sign to try iced if you're not an iced fan... because it's SO good & SO refreshing & because summer is coming to an end! SO, do it. Enjoy an iced coffee, a croissant, + other delish goods. Open all weekend with freshly baked bread + pastries, brunchy plates, coffee, + cocktails! 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! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY IN a rush but want ice cream? Swing by the HV Food Hall & make a pit stop at Shmucks outdoor service window! Right on Main St.  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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Taco about a good lunch/dinner spot... Baja! Coming in real hot with over 12 taco flavors (choose 3 for only $15!), quesadillas, main plates (like the Southwest Boneless Short Ribs, Steak Asada, and more), and lots of other goodness. Our suggestion? Anything you choose from here pairs really well with the tater tots that come with 3 different sauces! Refreshing cocktails & mocktails available. Takeout available too! PS: 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. The weekend starts here! There are so many delicious options to enjoy with Ziatun's Palestinian mezzes, wraps, and entrees! Don’t forget to treat yourself to a basket of za’atar fries with spicy tahini sauce (v + gf). They’re unbelievably good!! PS NEW MERCH ALERT! Snag this HUMMUS tote, a limited edition tee, Authentic made-in-Palestine KUFIYAS, a traditional + fashionable scarf (in black and red). Stock is getting low! 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 Not only is Witch Hazel the go-to for all beauty & wellness, apparel, and home goods- but they're also your go-to for Vintage finds! Like this Vintage Floral Pullover Top -  A little bit retro, a little bit modern: this vintage pullover top combines the best parts of a sleek button-up and a sporty bomber cut! You can shop Vintage online & in-store. PS! Vintage Art Prints & Home Accents too! PS Join Witch Hazels Fall Wreath Workshop! More info & tickers here > OPEN 10-6 everyday EXCEPT Tuesday & Wednesday Stay tuned for the next floral workshop & Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  Shop Last Call Items > Order florals >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon Binnacle Books is beyond grateful to everyone who reached out to help out with the Prison Books Project! Still lots more books in need of sponsorship on the shelf right now and pretty much always. Feel free to DM Binnacle Books to sponsor books if you aren’t local or aren’t able to come through the shop. And they always need postage and shipping funds. They are on both Venmo and PayPal as (at)prisonbooksproject and any money you send them over there goes towards envelopes and postage. Binnacle ships between 30 and 60 books a week these days so any help is greatly appreciated!  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 Are you the type of person that likes to change the paint in your house often? I mean, it's kinda fun! Change with the seasons, right? Spruce things up, brighten them up, darken the mood, etc. Changing things throughout your home gives it a new homey feel & it can be as simple as paint! Tons of Benjamin Moore options at Bretts! Stop in. Maybe your paint is old & this is your sign to do something about it. PS: Brett’s is hiring a morning person. Go into the store to apply. 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 RIGARDS | RGOUW10 Vintage Bronze Metal - Handmade in Hong Kong, 1-year frame warranty for manufacturing defects! Rigards uses Aluminum-Magnesium alloy to construct frames that are ultralight yet incredibly strong. Talk about extremely fashionable too! Snag these! > Shop RIGARDS here > 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 Fall 8 Week Course Schedule is now available! New introductory classes begin the week of 9/19. You can check out Yanarella's Dance schedule in ALBB's Kids/Adults Classes Guide! Fall Classes have been posted & updated > Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! Beacon Youth Football is back and bigger than ever! Ages: Grades K-6 & all skills levels Price: Grades K-4th $100 per participant & Grades 5-6 $120 per participant Registration: August 24, 2022 & August 25, 2022 Time: 6-pm Location: V.R. Way Football Field at Memorial Park Email: beaconyouthfootball@gmail.com *SPONSORSHIP OPEN!* Beacon has a growing number of beauty salons and professional pampering to take advantage of - you can even book a transforming appointment at a lash bar! Be it a totally new hair style, or a facial, you have options in Beacon. Plus, one of the most enjoyable gifts you can give to someone is a gift certificate. So we have included links to where you can buy a gift certificate from any of these fine services that offers one. Check out ALBB's Beauty Guide here > Special Message For Businesses: If you want to advertise in this Guide with a picture, logo and promotions, please click here. ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Antalek & Moore is proud to host a donation drive in support of the US ARMY Destroyer Company from the 10th Mountain Division. The company is made up of about 80 men and women, and we are looking for supply donations to lift their spirits! Please bring your donations to 340 Main Street in Beacon during their office hours. Get the list of requested items > 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. Tin Shingle teaches PR, social media and content marketing tactics to regular people to help make their pitching and brand story telling smarter, engaging and more appropriate for the media to consider for article features. Tin Shingle produces weekly webinars called Training TuneUps, which offer free access to niche classes, as well as one-on-one training opportunities. Our Research Team is constantly updating our easy-to-use Media Contact Library and Editorial Calendar Collection, which serve as an inspiration center when discovering story angles and best people to connect with about where to pitch about your business. Start with our free articles and classes by subscribing to our newsletter. Next, dig in to go bigger with your outreach with our Membership Program that gives you Media Contacts, Editorial Calendars, Templates for emailing the media as well as plotting out your PR and Marketing plan. Tin Shingle is your support system as you're getting the word out about your business. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. Need a new website? Katie James, Inc. has your back! A new website is a vital part of growing your business. Things evolve in your business - new products/items/foods, changes in the place, special offerings, etc. As you grow, your website needs to grow. This is how people find you & WANT to check you out! An old outdated website might push them away (we've witnessed this happen!) Find out about our website design services here > Let us bring your business to life (online).  RECENT WEBSITE PROJECTS Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Sparrenberger Studio > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! List your job in ALBB's Job Listings > BUSINESSES IN THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY BRANDING  >  MARKETING & PR Tin Shingle Katie James, Inc. 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Sweater Weather & Spirit Of Beacon Update ... Retail Therapy Guide

UM.. how are we about half way through August?! Where is the time going? September is really right around the corner (don't get us wrong, we love the Fall here in the Hudson Valley) but Summer, slow down a little bit! SPIRIT OF BEACON DAY UPDATE The last Sunday of September is fast approaching! The Spirit of Beacon Day is September 25th, 2022, and organizations have begun applying for Tables and Parade Participation. Do not delay if you intend on participating in the day! Table Registration here > (non-profits and organizations only) Parade Registration here > (Beacon-based businesses and organizations only) Volunteers Signup here > We need you! We need coordinators for Music, Vendor Tables, Events. Thank You Sponsors! Sponsorship Still Open The business community has come out to support in an amazing way so far! We were starting at nearly zero in the bank, with an operating budget of $10,000. Our goal is $30,000, so that we can have money for next year, and more budget to work with for school stipends and hiring what we need as this event grows. Donate as an Individual > Sponsor as a Business > Beacon Of Light Sponsors ($2,000) (sold out!) Key Food, The Roundhouse, Sara Mikulsky Wellness Physical Therapy, PLLC (inside of Beacon Pilates), Hudson Valley Goldsmith, PlaymakerU (basketball inside the Old Beacon High School) Mountain ($1,000) (10 available) None yet - Be the first one!! River ($550) (14 available) Rabe & Company Graphic Design & More Spirit ($250) (16 available) Last Outpost, Beahive, Highlands Current, Daria Gates Speech Pathology GoFundMe - Individual Donations Our goal from individual donors is $3,500 and we are at $255 now. Chip in here today! Thank you: Hannah and Bruno, Denise Eve, Cheryl Panek, Katie Hellmuth Martin. PARADE & TABLE PARTICIPANTS: See who has registered for the parade and tables so far! JV Forrestal - we see you! We are encouraging School Clubs to march as their own little group and/or have a table to really help the community see what the schools have to offer our kids.                         THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   Spirit Of Beacon Day Logo Design Contest Deadline: Sunday 8/14/2022 Time: Midnight Last Chance to apply for the Spirit of Beacon Day’s Logo Design Contest! We have great entries, but want to make sure you saw. Deadline extended to Sunday midnight 8/14/2022. Winner announced Monday August 15th and we will get started on the t-shirts and signage. Thanks to our Sponsors and GoFundMe Donors, we can offer a prize of $300! Details > HOWLAND 150 People Make it Happen Days: August 5 - ​September 25 Time: 1pm-5pm This exhibition has been over a year in the making. In collaboration with the Howland Public Library and the Beacon Historical Society. Artist and curator Donna Mikkelsen has put together a series of historical pictographs to tell the incredible story of what is now our free Public Library - it wasn’t always that way! Joined by fellow artist and history fan, Jean-Marc Superville Sovak Information > Call for Artists! Deadline Approaching Day: Entries due Monday, August 15, 2022 Words Unbound, a juried group art exhibit with special guest co-juror, Theresa Gooby. The Howland Public Library has evolved and transformed over the past 150 years. To celebrate this milestone, the library is hosting a series of community exhibits. For Words Unbound, the Library is looking for works of art inspired by libraries, literature, the printed word, or physical books. Work can be in any medium including, painting, drawing, collage, photography, textile, and assemblage. Accepted artists will be notified by Saturday, September 10th. More Information > Office for the Aging Summer Picnic Series Returns with Traditional Picnic 2022 Day: Wednesdays August 24, 2022 &  August 31, 2022 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. Registration Open For The Beacon Pool Pool Season: July 2 - September 4, 2022 Location: Settlement Park Information > 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 Did you miss the Eat Church special at Dogwood last week?! Kai Yaang….Rotisserie whole lemongrass hen w/tamarind & sour sweet heat. Served w/coconut rice and som tam (green papaya salad). Don't worry if you did (although wow... looks incredible)... but Eat Church is continuing their pop-up at Dogwood throughout the month of August - on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. If you are familiar with Eat Church you'll understand why this is so exciting and why Dogwood is so excited to be serving their amazing take on Asian inspired street food at Dogwood and if not familiar with them well you should really check them out at their food truck outside Industrial Arts Brewing!  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. New paint, new ceilings, new counters- but the same delicious pains au chocolat from BBC because some things shouldn’t change! The cafe might look bigger, better, and brighter, but the heart of BBC's operations will always be about the best bread around! Head on in this weekend and hang with the BBC crew and the croissants  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! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Camarones Con Salsa (Shrimp), white rice, tostones, & Homemade Tomato sauce from El Nica Spot! Inside the HV Food Hall! 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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY We usually post about BAJA’s creative cocktails and their rummy yummy coconut drinks, but they also have great water!! And soda and flavored drinks. Pair that with a delicious meal like this one and it still is very refreshing! If this doesn't make your mouth water... 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 most delicious plant-powered meal that you and your soul need this weekend! Mujaddara with salad, falafel, crispy onions and tahini tastes as good as it looks, AND it’s packed full of nutrition!  Ziatun is open all weekend for dine-in and take-out, so you can enjoy all the goodness however and whichever way you want to! 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 The Dried Flower Bar at Witch Hazel. Ever wonder how those rooms in magazines look so all-the-time-beautiful? The secret is in dried flower arrangements. Lucky for you, owner Jill is offered dried flowers arranging classes, the first on is August 11! More to come in the fall. Meanwhile, pickup a lipstick crayon or perfectly pressed eye shadow pallet from Vapour while you’re in there. 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 Keller Easterling, “Extrastatecraft” from Binnacle Books. “Extrastatecraft is the operating system of the modern world: the skyline of Dubai, the subterranean pipes and cables sustaining urban life, free-trade zones, the standardized dimensions of credit cards, and hyper-consumerist shopping malls. It is all this and more. Infrastructure sets the invisible rules that govern the spaces of our everyday lives, making the city the key site of power and resistance in the twenty-first century. Keller Easterling reveals the nexus of emerging governmental and corporate forces buried within the concrete and fiber-optics of our modern habitat. ‘Extrastatecraft’ will change how we think about cities—and, perhaps, how we live in them.” Stop in & pick up this gem or another or two or three! 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 WHOA! Huge sale on chlorine tabs! Was $179.99 and now is $99.99! A steal! Which means you gotta run in there and snag some and clean your pool! PS: Brett’s is hiring a morning person. Go into the store to apply. 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 Have you checked out Luxe Optique's collections? Yes... they even have Asian fit! Check out their collections and shop Asian fit, children's luxury, affordable and sophisticated. Check out Luxe Optique's Instagram to see the best eyewear collections and how you can style them. Many are limited editions made by hand for the highest quality. 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! Fall Classes have been posted! Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Antalek & Moore is looking for a Licensed Personal Lines CSR/Account Manager to join their team! For more information, please contact their partner Susan via email: spagones@antalek-moore.com. Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore is a Sponsor. Thank you!   TIN SHINGLE When you publish a book, you got to throw a Book Signing Party for yourself. Salon owner and new children’s book author Danielle Pitts recently published her book “Hair, Hair Everywhere,” which encourages children and adults to love their curls, straight, protected and decorated hair. Based in Hopewell Junction, Danielle was discovered by a Beacon based book publisher, Wordee, after she discovered that the publisher was sitting in one of her salon chairs.  Get the full story of how she published > Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. Beacon-based design firm Katie James Inc. now offers hand-lettered menu boards and mini updates of those boards. In addition to website and print design, marker is on the mix too. Ready for some designs or to create or upgrade your website? We're ready to help! Your business is constantly growing and your branding/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! List your job in ALBB's Job Listings > 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 List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Huge Weekend!...Retail Therapy Guide 8/5/2022

Now that you know about the Spirit of Beacon Day, you need to get your plans on! A Little Beacon Blog has all of the Guides you need: Shopping, Restaurants, Beauty (there are at least 3 places in Beacon to get facials and even makeup), Classes (Fall is coming).  Before we get to the weekend, we want to give Richie Kaplan of Max's on Main a special shout-out here. He has been encouraging Katie of ALBB every day to produce this blog, and especially now that she's helping with the Spirit of Beacon Day. Each day, he's been asking: "How many volunteers do you have?! It's only 2 months away! Have you announced?!" Fueled by his intensity (people need people) She couldn't walk by his restaurant anymore until the last newsletter was sent. Exhale :) Thank You Richie xo You need to know where to tell all your friends where to eat, drink and shop. Don't deny yourselves the shopping, dear friends. There are plenty of boutiques in Beacon that have really special things that you didn't know you needed all your life. And if we hear one peep about any place being too pricey, then we hear you also complain about Amazon and Target, and we ask you to be honest with yourself, and just let go and enjoy all that Beacon has to offer you. Retail Friends: If you want to see photos of your products or plates here in this newsletter each week, become a Sustaining Sponsor of A Little Beacon Blog in the Guide you fit into. See our custom-created Advertising Packages we made for you. No other magazine does this. Our readers love it. It's a menu of food, fashion, events for them each week! Local sponsorship is the only way we are able to keep producing the news. All of our content is free for all to easily access.          THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. You can sponsor this Event Guide with your event, for extra promotion of it! If you'd like to guarantee to see your entertainment event listed here. 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 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 > Howland 150th Anniversary Celebration Day: Friday, August 5, 2022 Time: 5pm-7pm Location: Lawn at The Howland Cultural Center, Beacon, NY Join us on the lawn at the Howland Cultural Center as we celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Howland Library. The bells will ring at 5pm sharp as they did in 1872. Howland 150 events are a collaboration between the library, the Howland Cultural Center, and the Beacon Historical Society. Information > HOWLAND 150 People Make it Happen Days: August 5 - ​September 25 Time: 1pm-5pm This exhibition has been over a year in the making. In collaboration with the Howland Public Library and the Beacon Historical Society. Artist and curator Donna Mikkelsen has put together a series of historical pictographs to tell the incredible story of what is now our free Public Library - it wasn’t always that way! Joined by fellow artist and history fan, Jean-Marc Superville Sovak Information > AIAWHV Presents: The Howland Cultural Center Event Day: Saturday, August 6, 2022 Time: 11am-5pm This day-long event helps mark the 150th Anniversary of the original Howland Library building in Beacon. The AIA Westchester Hudson Valley event includes 3 Lectures at the Howland Cultural Center on the architectural history of Richard Morris Hunt, considered by many to be the pre-eminent American architect of the 19th Century, and one of the AIA’s founding members. Plus it includes 3 Back of the House Guided Tours: 1) The Craig House / Howland Estate, historic home of General Joseph and Eliza Woolsey Howland, Architect Frederick Clarke Withers with Richard Morris Hunt's music room. 2) Guided Tour of The Dutch Reformed Church of Beacon, Architect Frederick Clarke Withers. 3) Guided Tour of Dia Beacon Information > 11th Putnam County Wine & Food Festival Days: Saturday, August 6, 2022 & Sunday, August 7, 2022 Time: Saturday 11 am to 6 pm, and Sunday 11 am to 5 pm Location: Mayor’s Park, 61 Fair Street, Cold Spring, NY Come and celebrate with us at our 11th anniversary of Putnam County Wine & Food Fest on the majestic view of the Hudson Valley. This family fun-filled fest highlights the abundance of food and spirits available in the Hudson Valley and beyond. It provides an ideal day in the country for anyone who loves the farm to table and artisanal lifestyle. You can sip wine, spirits, cider, and, if you like what you have tasted, you can purchase either by the bottle or the case. Listen to live music, while you shop from additional vendors including honey, olive oil, fine crafts, specialty foods, food vendors including the beer tent which are available to purchase during the event. It also features cooking and mixology demonstrations and various activities for everyone including the kiddies. Food and beer are not included in the admission price. Tickets are Non-refundable. Rain or Shine. Children ages twelve and under are admitted free. Information > Butterflies and Blooms Days: August 6-13, 2022 Time: see times here > Location: Stony Kill Farm , 79 Farmstead Lane, Wappingers Falls, NY A Week-Long Festival Celebrating the Beauty and Ecology of Local Pollinators - Art, Music, Workshops and Family Activities. Information > Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) Rabies and Distemper Clinic Day: Sunday, August 7, 2022 Time: 9am-1pm Location: The Pavilion, Route 52, Beacon, NY The cost for each vaccine is $15. For the safety of all in attendance, all dogs must be leashed and all cats in carriers. If one has proof of prior vaccinations, please bring the documents. Call Animal Rescue Foundation at 845-831-5161 with any questions National Farmers Market Week - Beacon Farmers' Market Celebration Day: Sunday, August 7, 2022 Time: 10am-3pm Location: 223 Main St., Beacon, NY   Office for the Aging Summer Picnic Series Returns with Traditional Picnic 2022 Day: Wednesdays August 24, 2022 &  August 31, 2022 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. Registration Open For The Beacon Pool Pool Season: July 2 - September 4, 2022 Location: Settlement Park Information > 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 How exciting that starting July 26th and continuing throughout the month of August, Dogwood Beacon is teaming up with Eat Church for a kitchen takeover on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. If you are familiar with Eat Church you'll understand why this is so exciting and why Dogwood is so excited to be serving their amazing take on Asian inspired street food at Dogwood and if not familiar with them well you should really check them out at their food truck outside Industrial Arts Brewing!  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. Strawberry ricotta pancakes paired with a glass of fresh squeezed OJ (and maybe even a maritozzi!) to start the weekend! BBC is open until 10pm this Saturday with all your favorite Beacon Bread brunchy goodness and some extra delicious food + drink specials! 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! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY $13 for 3 regular tacos , chicken, steak, & chorizo from Dulce Cielo Mexico! Located inside the HV Food Hall! Authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. 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 Dulce Cielo Mexico: authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options. Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Summer living is refreshing summer cocktails, especially from Baja! Grab a drink (maybe even a mocktail) and sit outside and enjoy! Calamari is a delish appetizer but there are plenty of options for all and plenty of different taco flavors! 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. Celebrating this FRY-DAY the only way we know how! A big bowl of za’atar fries with homemade spicy tahini is all the flavorful goodness you need this weekend! Ziatun is open until 9pm for dine-in and take-out, so you can enjoy all the goodness however and whichever way you want to! 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 Weekends are for retail therapy & you need to treat yourself! Especially from Witch Hazel... where you can walk in and have Jill help you create the most beauitful dry bouquet! Requires 0 water & 0 maintenance and lasts up to 4 years! Just a dream! Stop in for all the floral goodness, skincare, teas, t-shirts, vintage home finds, and so much more. 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 "Here we are. Full of complexities — multitudes if you will — and endlessly amazed by the generosity of the narratives these books contain. John Berger said a story is a shelter from oblivion and we don’t know if it’s true but it’s hard not to think of it that way, hard not to see stories as offering something frankly existential. Narratives offer something which seems to surround us and goad us forward, something that is much more than a way to pass the time (but which is also that). We can’t help but to feel that reading a book is to connect not only with the writer but also with everyone who has ever read that book. It’s something to recount, to argue about, a thread through our dreams and out waking. Text is physical but it becomes thought, dreams, songs, prayers; a book becomes the community you carry it to, relaying, transforming." Stop into Binnacle this weekend or upcoming week! Pick up a goodie. 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 You know your cooler is stinky! How many times have you washed it? Get a rotation going with a new Thermos cooler in different sizes or shapes. You know you want/need to! PS: Brett’s is hiring a morning person. Go into the store to apply. 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 Yup, you can shop Luxe Optique's children collection! Because children need eyeglasses and sunglasses too! So many cute colors and so many cute styles. Check out Luxe Optique's Instagram to see the best eyewear collections and how you can style them. Many are limited editions made by hand for the highest quality. 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 Row, row, row your boat - but not without the proper insurance coverage. Enjoy peace of mind knowing that you and your boat are protected against damage, fuel spill liability, medical coverage, and more. Reach out to Antalek & Moore! Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore is a Sponsor. Thank you!   TIN SHINGLE When you publish a book, you got to throw a Book Signing Party for yourself. Salon owner and new children’s book author Danielle Pitts recently published her book “Hair, Hair Everywhere,” which encourages children and adults to love their curls, straight, protected and decorated hair. Based in Hopewell Junction, Danielle was discovered by a Beacon based book publisher, Wordee, after she discovered that the publisher was sitting in one of her salon chairs.  Get the full story of how she published > Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. Beacon-based design firm Katie James Inc. now offers hand-lettered menu boards and mini updates of those boards. In addition to website and print design, marker is on the mix too. Ready for some designs or to create or upgrade your website? We're ready to help! Your business is constantly growing and your branding/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! List your job in ALBB's Job Listings > 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 List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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