Why You Can't Go Wrong Making These Stunning Dried Flower Centerpieces At Witch Hazel

Stunning, right? 😍 These Thanksgiving table arrangements are no accident and were custom made by yours truly Katie James Inc. Design with the loving guidance from Jill owner of Witch Hazel (near Artisan Wine Shop), the store that is quickly joining the league of amazing smelling stores on Beacon’s Main Street.

I brought in the vases (but she has beautiful little and big vases you can buy there), and we picked the flowers that would stand as centerpieces during my Thanksgiving Dinner for my visiting family. The big maroon center flower is a mushroom. A mushroom! The texture of front and back are different from each other and fascinating. It can be intimating to design a floral arrangement, but you’re in a safe space there. Jill gives you permission to keep going. See this shop and more in A Little Beacon Blog’s Shopping Guide. Watch the design process in ALBB’s Instagram.

Hunting For "Fancy Cocoa Powder" But Found These Goodies On Main Street Instead

For a request for “pudding in fancy glasses," went in search of “fancy cocoa powder” in order to homemake such pudding (turns out, an unsweetened dark chocolate bar or chips were called for), but found all of this goodness instead:

• The homemade apple pie at Stella’s Fine Market, and the make-your-own version in a jar.

• The stacked rack at Utensil Shops that we didn’t know we needed but there it is solving the counter problems, as well as the popcorn 🍿 bucket. “Everything you didn’t know you needed and more on Main Street! I love that Yamazaki Home - got one in my kitchen too! Happy Thanksgiving!

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Eventually, the fancy cocoa powder was at the old trusty grocery stores, Beacon Natural and Key Food Beacon.

Baking Cocoa Powder at Beacon Natural

Baking Cocoa Powder at Key Food Beacon.

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!!!

They 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. They pride themselves on having a range of styles from classic and trendy to totally unique, and at a wide range of prices!

Check them out in person or online here >

PS* 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 this guide, See here about how to be a regular sponsor and supporter of this publication!

Level 2 Includes the following:

• Storefront Photo: A square photo (your choice) of your business placed in the shopping guide + Logo.

• Photo Gallery: A few pictures of your establishment.

• Event Listings: List any and all of your events.

• Newsletter Weekend Feature: Guaranteed placement in our weekend newsletter, known as the “Happening This Weekend Guide,” but during the pandemic, has been renamed to the “Retail Therapy Guide”

• Weekly Instagram Post: We will pull a photo from your Instagram every week & re-share it to our Instagram! Sometimes, we will come in & take photos of things we love in your shop & share them with our readers as well. *If you have a photo & specific writing that you want us to share, please email it to us by Wednesday of each week.*

The Spirit Of Beacon Day Is OPEN!

Everyone!!

The "Spirit of Beacon Day is alive an well," said former Chair Gwenno James to the City Council during a meeting back in July, during her final appearance as Chair. She was there to present the new Board who volunteered after she put out the call across different channels, which was also published by A Little Beacon Blog.

A Little Beacon Blog's publisher, Katie Hellmuth Martin, felt the role a natural fit for her, being that she had produced 2 floats for South Avenue Elementary School (and decorated 1 drive-by car in the parade during the pandemic), as well as her experience hosting pop-up shops and other community events in her former office space on Main Street.

Junior (Zayed) Dabashi of Key Food had also volunteered to serve, with his experience running many community events for Key Food's family grocery stores in Beacon and in Milford, PA, including car shows (one of his favorites), and open-to-the-community cookouts at the Mosque in Beacon.

Ali T. Muhammad volunteered as well, and as a Beaconite who served on Beacon's City Council, his commitment to Beacon runs deep. You'll see him on the day of the event with a microphone in his hand, serving as a Board Member and MC.

Nickeya Allen pulled in as Treasurer, eager to serve, as her two young children had attended the parade and festival in year's past, and she has participated with ALBB before via Juneteenth.

The reaction from friends and community members has been consistent, and in two forms:
1. "You are crazy!"
2. "Amazing, thank you!! You might be crazy!"

It is true. Anyone who steps into these roles knows that they have a marathon ahead of them. The difference is this is a group marathon where many in the community want to also dive in, get creative, and express what is Beacon.

This Year's Theme: "The Origin Story"

The theme of this year's Spirit of Beacon Day is: "The Origin Story," and here's why:

Event organization wasn't the only reason the role felt right to Katie. In her introductory speech at City Council for the public to hear, she stated: "When the pandemic blossomed into the racial reawakening across the United States and even in Beacon, NY, I started covering the protests down Main Street that marched to Memorial Park and Pete and Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park to listen to people's stories during the open mike sessions.

"As a reporter, I got out of my comfort zone and spoke with neighbors I had never spoken to before, heard their stories about their lives in Beacon, and reflected. In 2020, when September rolled around, I thought the Spirit of Beacon Day was the perfect time to kaleidoscope this. To shine the light on the origins of why the Spirit of Beacon Day was created in 1977." But the pandemic happened, and squashed all in-person events. Gwenno and her committee did all they could to produce a virtual version of the day to keep the spirit alive.

According to an article in the Beacon Evening News from 1985: "For a number of years, the students from the Beacon School System and the community were having some problems that had racial overtones. It was during the winter and early spring of 1977 that, for several days and nights, racial problems became severe. The Sheriff’s department was called into the community to help bring the situation under control. A community meeting was held at the Howland Library."

During that meeting, a solution arose: a community day to bring the people together to better understand each other. This day was called The Spirit of Beacon Day.

The 45th Year For The Spirit Of Beacon Day

In early Committee discussions, the Board members expressed the importance of opening up the day to new organizations to participate. The Committee is so excited to dive into this project to bring it to you, with you. We encourage all of you to apply for a Table and/or to participate in the parade. if you have developed something in the last few years, let's see it! Show it to the people so that more young people can experience it. If you have had something for decades, but never considered participating in this day, please do so now!

Let's Gooooooooo!

Below are all of the ways you can help. Thank you Highlands Current and Beacon Free Press for covering the initial change in leadership! Please follow Spirit of Beacon Day on Instagram for latest announcements.

VOLUNTEERS
Yes, we need so many Volunteers! Volunteering can include helping parade floats and marchers get lined up the day of the parade, helping vendor tables get set up, connecting with non-profits, speaking to Main Street business owners, putting out yard signs in advance, going to collect those yard signs once the day is over, emailing businesses for sponsorship opportunities, producing Instagram art and posts, running the Facebook page, etc.
Learn More >

GOFUNDME FOR SPIRIT OF BEACON DAY!
The Spirit of Beacon Day now has a GoFundMe drive! Producing this event does cost a bit. Our goal is to raise funds needed for the essentials, and have stipends that we can offer to the schools for decorating their floats, as well as a few other ideas. We do want a cushion so that we are not starting with a low balance at the start of the planning phase. Due to time, we are not having a Fundraising Event this year because August is when everyone goes on vacation, and September is Float Building Time!! All hands on deck.
PS! If you are a business wanting to give, please see our Sponsorship option to get promotion .
Donate Now >

SPONSORS FOR SPIRIT OF BEACON DAY!
Businesses in Beacon are one of the keys to holding the community together. They provide employment, enjoyment, and entertainment. This year, the Committee has developed Sponsor Levels that include logos on T-Shirts, yard signs, bathroom signs (yes! we are encouraging people to use our porta-potties rather than the bathrooms inside of businesses!), and more.
Learn About Sponsor Levels >

TABLE APPLICATIONS
The Spirit of Beacon Day is everything with its vendor tables and experiences. Which non-profits and social entities making a difference can the community reach out to and meet at a table? Vendor tables are limited, and we are keeping it to non-profit and social groups or entities only. Application required, and if accepted, a $35 Table Fee is needed to secure the spot. Food businesses are encouraged to reach out to partner with a non-profit if they want to offer food. We are encouraging After School Clubs to apply to represent at a table, and other groups not normally seen but need the exposure to reach our young people. Non-profits and groups can serve/sell food as usual! Otherwise, we encourage everyone to also visit our brick and mortar restaurants in Beacon, in addition to the rare street food you'll find from the organizations.
Apply Now >

PARADE APPLICATIONS
The Parade for the Spirit of Beacon Day is everything! Open to both Beacon businesses and organizations, this parade does require application so that we can keep track of everyone, and curate the lineup. Consider marching, rolling or both! Show your colors.
Apply Now >

PERFORMANCE APPLICATIONS
We want to hear you play! We want to watch you dance! If you have never performed at the Spirit of Beacon Day before, please apply now. Past and future performers are encouraged to apply. The event is known to attract 3,000 people.
Apply Now >

CRAFTS & ENTERTAINMENT APPLICATIONS
The Spirit of Beacon Day is looking for activities for Kids we will curate throughout Main Street. This includes face painting, hair braiding, hula-hooping, whatever you got going on. The Salvation Army has graciously donated their space again for a Kids Section setting, and we have a few other places in mind for Pop-Up Experiences.
Apply Now >

KEY FOOD FIRST SPONSOR AS "BEACON OF LIGHT SPONSOR"
In addition to being a Board Member, Junior Dabashi surprised the Committee with a Sponsorship as our first "Beacon Of Light Sponsor" ($2,000) Sponsor. Key Food Beacon is a longtime participant in the Spirit of Beacon Day as a donor and table participant. This capital enabled the Committee to secure the porta-potties - with an extra ADA compliant unit that fits wheelchairs. We were also able to begin securing a bagpipe band. Thank you JB Said and Junior Dabashi!
Learn About Sponsor Levels >

LAST OUTPOST SUPPORTS AS FIRST "SPIRIT SPONSOR"
As Junior and Katie were walking around Main Street, saying hello to business owners and touching base with them, the Last Outpost store voiced their strong support for the Spirit of Beacon Day, and came on as our first "Spirit Level Sponsor" ($250)! They carry amazingly rugged things in there, and do check out their custom Beacon made merch.
Learn About Sponsor Levels >

ROUNDHOUSE SUPPORTS AS "BEACON OF LIGHT SPONSOR"
One of the most historic buildings in Beacon, and a longtime major sponsor of the Spirit of Beacon Day, the Roundhouse has signed on as a "Beacon Of Light Sponsor" ($2,000)!
Learn About Sponsor Levels >

LOGO DESIGN CONTEST FOR SPIRIT OF BEACON DAY
The Committee for the Spirit of Beacon Day is launching a Logo Design Contest for the design of the Spirit of Beacon Day logo, now celebrating its 45th year. The winning logo will be awarded $300, and be used on all signage, website, social media, merchandise, etc. All entries will be published for viewing, so that everyone can see the range of ideas.
Get Design Direction >

Guides To Beacon

When you come to Beacon for the Spirit of Beacon Day, use A Little Beacon Blog's all-inclusive Restaurant and Shopping Guides to prepare you for where to shop and eat. You will buy food from the organizations in the festival who are serving up their own fundraising-based food, but you will also be walking into restaurants for more delicious dishes you don't want to miss. And the shopping....oh the shopping in Beacon is so good!

Beacon Mercantile Perfume Names Are Always On Point - Check These Out

One of ALBB’s favorite places to stop into is Beacon Mercantile. Not only you can stop in to refill a scent, but you can pick up some scents for friends while you’re there too! Based on the clever names that owner Toni Hacker of Beacon Mercantile always chooses for her scents, we immediately thought of some friends.

Here is some insider info for you:

If you’re an avid reader of A Little Beacon Blog, you’ll notice that we quote an anonymous Citizen Reporter with the name “Cowboy” in their name. This person is always out and about and sending us scoop with photos from their experiences in town. For them, we felt Beacon Mercantile’s scent, “Cowboy Vetiver” was a great fit.

Next, we saw “Stolen Bike” and immediately thought of our dear friends at Homespun Foods. Why you ask? Because we happen to know that the owner, Joe Robitaille, has kids. And those kids have bikes. And those bikes sometimes get stolen. Sometimes, those bikes show up on Beacon’s Facebook Marketplace! So watch out LOL.

The Vanilla scent for ALBB out sister company, Katie James, Inc., because it’s summer and vanilla cake is yummy!

Beacon Mercantile is a sustaining sponsor of ALBB and is featured in our Shopping Guide. Beacon Mercantile is the home base for local maker Toni's handcrafted candles, perfumes, skincare, and apothecary goods which are lovingly made by hand and are a favorite of folks far and wide. Located in Beacon's historic Matteawan train station on the East end of Main Street, the shop also features a seasonal selection of fun finds from fellow makers for home and gifting. A must-visit for the scent and skincare obsessed!

PS: Stop in and check out all of the new goodies like the amazing summer woven bags and tote bags that will go perfectly with any outfit on any day!

First Fridays In Beacon Are On - Paving Looking Great - Ready For Paint & Shoppers

Just in time for First Friday in Beacon, the newly paved Main Street is an inviting open road to travel down. Striping happens next, and then the blacktop is ready for a hot summer.

First Fridays in Beacon started last month, and are for destination shopping, to encourage people to linger longer out on Main Street on a Friday night in Beacon, which can sometimes be a little quiet as people duck into restaurants and order take-out for an easy night before busy Saturdays and Sundays.

Said Toni Hacker, owner of Beacon Mercantile and maker of perfumes, lip glosses, candles and more: “First Friday was GREAT…lots of fun, very busy, and lots of locals saying how happy they are that First Friday is now a thing and a night to get out and see what’s new on Main Street.”

First Fridays run the entire length of Main Street, from the mountain to the river. Then tune in for Second Saturday, which is officially back! BeaconArts made their announcement this week. More to come on that.

Happy Shopping! Use A Little Beacon Blog’s Shopping Guide to get the digits and lowdown on all of the shops in Beacon.

Everyone Pitching In For Pretty Paving

All departments on deck for Beacon’s paving project. The Highway Department, Water Department, Police Department, and stores worked together to get it done. Some stores like Key Food Beacon and All You Knead Bakery allowed Highway Department trucks to park in their driveways while paving trucks were doing their things.

Hip Hop, Beauty, Parking | Retail Therapy Guide 4/29/2022

Welcome back to the weekend Beacon! Despite the bright orange signs, you are free to park on Main Street this weekend in between the milling phase, and the paving phase. Though watch out for the road, as it is all scratched up and has exposed personhole covers from the milling. Bad for tires. But DO go into shops! They need you, as shopping has been low during this week, say some shop owners, as drivers avoided Main Street. All in all, the enormous project has been going well. Though Beacon's historic Dummy Light was hit and knocked to the ground by a City vehicle. Many Beaconites were not happy about it. The light is in the process of being restored by the City, but people kept their feelings about it. Read all about it here. For those sports fans of little kid teams, now is your chance to really jump in by volunteering to help out as a coach on the Beacon Junior Baseball team. This co-ed league saw a surge in signups from t-ball to regular ball, and is looking for extra help for their 11 and 12 age-group teams. You don't need to know how to play baseball to participate! That's the fun of it. Sometimes just you being there in the field helps the practice move along. You will be supported by Beacon Junior Baseball leaders who will guide you in what to do. Email beaconjrbaseball@yahoo.com. And registration is still open!            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   Into The Woods Day: Friday, April 29, 2022 Time: 7:30pm Location: Beacon High School, 101 Matteawan Road, Beacon, NY Information > Beacon's Community Quarterly On Community Safety Day: Saturday, April 30, 2022 Time: 10am Location: Tompkins Hose Beacon's City Council is hosting their first interactive Community Quarterly, this time focused on Community Safety. Says Councilmember Justice McCray in their Instagram: "What does safety mean to you? Beacon City Council is hosting its first Community Quarterly Public Forum to hear directly from you! Organizations and individuals have already signed up to share their proposals, and now you can join us this Saturday (4/30) at 10am to hear from your neighbors and participate firsthand in local government! I hope to see you tomorrow!" Information > The Father Who Stayed: A Concert Event Day: Saturday, April 30, 2022 Time: 8pm (doors open at 7:30) Location: Howland Cultural Center, Beacon, NY $20 in advance or $25 at the door Proof of vaccination is mandatory “The Father Who Stayed” is a poignant, aching, and ethereal evening of song performed, with the help several brilliant musicians, by songwriter Jeremy Schonfeld and a host of talented Beaconites. It’s “Our Town” meets “Spoon River Anthology” set to song, where stories of lives lived and tales ghosts tell when given a microphone and a moment are shared for all to hear.   The Beacon Record & CD Fest Day: Saturday, April 30, 2022 Time: 9am - 5pm Location: VFW - 413 Main Street, Beacon, NY The Beacon Record & CD Fest returns to the VFW! 20+ great vendors from the Tri-State area and beyond - 30 tables with vinyl LP's, 45's, CD's, DVD's, cassettes, concert posters, music magazines and books! Vendors bringing the best of psych, punk, hardcore, metal, power pop, prog, garage, funk, soul, jazz, reggae, world, blues, folk, country, bluegrass, rockabilly, hot rod, surf, lounge, electronic, industrial, goth and new wave!!! Records from the 50's to the present! AND...a DJ spinning the best of 60's & 70's soul, mod, punk, power pop, rock 'n' roll, garage, weird, ambient stuff! Information >   Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     So many of you want to know which restaurants are open on Mondays! So ALBB enhanced our Restaurant Guide to show you. See it here > TWO WAY BREWING COMPANY 18 West Main St. Nothing like spending some time at Two Way's patio! Good vibes, good food, and really good drinks! Plus, live music! What's better than that?! Catch Don Lowe tonight from 8pm - 10pm - He plays a wide-range of Americana covers that span the decades, along with his own originals. Or you can catch Dan Strauss tomorrow night from 8pm - 10pm - a favorite NYC and Hudson Valley singer-songwriter with an intimate vocal style. OR catch both! PS Don't forget about Trivia on Thursday's! PPS Did you know you can rent Two Way's game room for private events?! Reach out and find out more! See Trivia Schedule here >  See beers on tap here > OPEN: Thursday 4:00pm - 10:00pm Friday 4:00pm - 11:00pm Saturday 12:00pm - 11:00pm Sunday 1:00pm - 8:00pm Two Way Brewing Company is a Sponsor, thank you!   EAT CHURCH 3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY Everybody wants some! Beef bao bun from Eat Church! You don't wanna miss out! Fresh goods made with high quality fresh ingredients always. You can grab-n-go Eat Church goodies from Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring and at the Beacon Pantry in Beacon! OR, because it's the weekend and you deserve to treat yo'self, find Eat Church at Industrial Arts Brewing on Fishkill Avenue/Route 52! Fridays from 3pm - 9pm & Saturdays from 12pm - 9pm. 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. Another reason we love this time of year so much! Flower Power (lavender + rose vanilla) SHAKEN espressos are back at BBC for the spring!! And it pairs perfectly with their *NEW* house espresso Hologram! BBC partners with a roaster focused on sustainability, within their company and as a collaborative effort with their partners. How exciting! Get your hands on one of these! OPEN: Sunday-Thursday until 7 pm (Closed on Wednesday) Friday + Saturday until 10 pm Happy Hour $7 ‘til 7 pm menu is available every day starting at 4 pm! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY We loveeeee patio season at MOD! Fresh food, local ingredients, and good vibes! Their latest menu offers a full-service bar with a large selection of NY craft beer, locally produced wine and house-crafted cocktails. In addition to beef burgers, the menu offers chicken, hot dogs and vegan options with multiple toppings and house-made signature sauces, plus hand-cut fries, salads and daily specials. Stop in! SO GOOD! PS: Meyers is looking for a full time bartender to join their wonderful team! Reach out to brian@meyersoldedutch.com if you're interested. Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Roosevelt Bar is open including the back patio! Enjoy a fresh & delicious drink! 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 Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Warmer weather means refreshing drinks at Baja! Pictured are their three featured drinks: the Green Monster, the Sangria Azul, and a blueberry/raspberry margarita! Don't forget about the delish food! Stop in and enjoy the great vibes especially now that the garage doors are open! Eat good food, drink good drinks. PS: Different specials every week! You don't wanna miss out. See some examples here > PPS: Happy Hour Tues-Fri 4-6pm Check out their specialty drinks >  Check out the specials > BAJA 328 is a Sponsor, thank you! ZIATUN 244 Main St. The most delicious plant-based lunch! A drool-worthy Falafel Burger from Ziatun! Handmade falafel on a vegan brioche bun loaded up with hummus, tahini, pickles, turnips, lettuce, and tomato + served with a side of their (almost famous) za’atar fries with spicy tahini goodness. Ziatün is proud to serve homemade planet-based, nutrient-rich dishes with colorful and fresh ingredients every day! Open all weekend for lunch and dinner! Stop in! 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 Online Shop based in Beacon, NY! Beacon's online-boutique, Witch Hazel carries Riddle's roll-on oils with super-unique scents. And, they are also vegan, cruelty-free and hypoallergenic. The oil has a concentrated formula (without carrier oils, water or alcohol) meaning a little goes a long way! Choose your favorite scent from… Original: A clean, subtle scent with simple ingredients of amber and musk; ideal for people who don’t normally wear perfume, Original is a slow-release fragrance that gradually intensifies with body heat Santal: A spicy, woodsy fragrance with notes of cardamom, amber, sandalwood, orchid and cassis Muse: A sweetly floral fragrance highlighting coconut, peony, magnolia, bergamot, sandalwood and amber Voyeur: A warm, soft scent blending vanilla, sandalwood and amber notes All of the choices are correct choices. Shop online now for yours! Everyone will be asking why you smell so good! Shop here > Order florals >  Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon April 30th is national independent book store day & we're happily celebrating Binnacle Books! Binnacle specializes in used and new literature, poetry, literary nonfiction, political history, art, drama, philosophy, graphic novels, and children's books. So much to regard and to remark upon, so many ways to be enthralled! 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. 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 Chair season is here. Stacking up on fresh chairs is key to plopping down in any park to read a book or watch little kids sports. Fresh neon pool noodles are crucial as well. 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 snagged your best new eyewear for the season yet?! You know you wanna... especially when it's from Luxe! World-renowned eyewear selections curated for your ultimate eyewear experience.  Check out Luxe Optique's Instagram to see the best eyewear collections and how you can style them! 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 Adult HipHop JUST started this Thursday 4/28 at 7:30pm and will be happening for 6 weeks! All experiences and abilities welcome! Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or have always wanted to try something new- this is the class for you! Pre-Register on their website or drop-in the day of. Cost is $20 per class or $100 for the full 6 weeks. See you there! Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! Final Beacon Youth Football Registration Day: Friday, April 29, 2022 Time: 6pm Location: VR Way Football Field, Memorial Park Friday night is another night of Open Registration and practice for Beacon Youth Football. Bring cleats or sneakers for practice and we are taking cash or check for registration. Payments can be made out to “Beacon Youth Football” and we will also be having t-shirt order forms as well so you can grab yourself some sweet merch. Information > ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Request a quote from Antalek & Moore! It's easy & the staff is beyond helpful and great. Head on over to Antalek & Moore's website to subscribe to their monthly newsletter! Never miss out on the latest company updates, industry news, and more. Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore is a Sponsor. Thank you!   TIN SHINGLE Tin Shingle a training platform and community for businesses, artists and makers who are getting the word out about their business. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. It's Spring! You know what that means... it's time to update your website & give it a refresh! Just like you do your closet. Your website is your most solid footprint for people to know what you do and how to buy from you. Find out more about Website Design services here > and see some of our latest website designs here: Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Looking for Instagram services? We can help with that too! Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! 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Sales Tax Eliminated For Clothes & Shoes Under $110 In Dutchess County - Plus - Forfeited Beacon Sales Tax Renegotiated Without Disclosing Beacon's Collection To Public

Starting March 1st, 2022 residents and visitors shopping in Dutchess County will not pay sales tax on individual clothing or footwear items costing less than $110. This cut in sales tax was first announced in October 2021, and adopted when Dutchess County passed its budget in December 2021. Sales tax generated from Beacon continues to be forfeited to Dutchess County - meaning the City of Beacon does not collect the money generated from sales tax to spend at its digression.

For decades, the decision for Beacon, Poughkeepsie and other municipalities in Dutchess County has been to funnel sales tax money to Dutchess County, and receive negotiated payments from Dutchess County in return. The dollar amount of sales tax generated from Beacon has not been disclosed by Dutchess County or New York State, as reported by A Little Beacon Blog, and continues to not be disclosed during Beacon’s recent negotiations with Mayor Lee Kyriacou in 2022 and signed legislation to continue the practice.

But First - The Benefit For Shoppers

According to Dutchess County’s press release from Dutchess County Executive Marcus Molinaro sent 2/28/2022: “The sales tax exemption on clothing and footwear was adopted as part of the 2022 County Budget which provided for and is part of several efforts to deliver sustained tax relief to Dutchess County residents with more than $20 million in annual tax relief, including the largest property tax decrease in County history.”

“Starting Tuesday, residents and visitors will now pay less when they need to make essential clothing and footwear purchases. Combined, we are delivering $20 million in sustained tax relief.”

This means that every item in a store that is clothing or footwear and is under $110 will not be charged sales tax. Shops that ring their sales up manually will need to remember to do this when writing out the receipt. Shops that use point of sale (POS) systems and bookkeeping software like QuickBooks will have an easier time of assigning what products within their inventory have sales tax attached.

Different Sales Taxes Attached To Each Purchase In New York State

There are different taxes attached to retail sales. “In New York State, clothing, footwear, and items used to make or repair exempt clothing which are sold for less than $110 per item or pair are currently exempt from the State’s 4% sales tax,” according to Dutchess County’s press release.

“Consumers currently pay the Dutchess County sales tax rate of 3.75% and the 3/8th% Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District (MTA) tax, for a total of 4.125% tax on these purchases,” the press release outlined. “Effective March 1st, 2022, Dutchess County becomes one of only 9 counties in New York to eliminate county sales tax on clothing and footwear items under $110, and the only county in the mid-Hudson Valley region to do so.”

Those counties are or have been: Chautauqua County, Chenango County (outside the following) Norwich (city), Columbia County, Delaware County, Dutchess County, Greene County, Hamilton County, Tioga County, and New York City.

The sales tax exemption is a per-item exemption and doe snot include the 3/8th% MTA tax.

According to the press release, Dutchess County retailers were notified of the upcoming sales tax change by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. Specific details of the exemption are available online Publication 718-C – Sales and Use Tax Rates on Clothing and Footwear.

Details Of Type Of Clothing Exempt

According to the legislation, “the exemption applies only to clothing and footwear worn by humans. It also applies to most fabric, thread, yarn, buttons, snaps, hooks, zippers, and similar items that become a physical component part of exempt clothing, or that are used to make or repair exempt clothing.”

Items not included in the exemption include costumes or rented formal wear; items made from pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, or imitations; athletic equipment; or protective devices, such as motorcycle helmets.

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What This Means For Sales Tax Collected From Beacon

New sales tax sharing agreement for 2023-2032 have been negotiated and are being signed into law. The dollar amount of sales tax generated from stores in Beacon has not been disclosed to the public by Mayor Kyriacou, who very briefly briefed the City Council at a Workshop meeting in February 2022, and more in depth at the following meeting, where the renegotiated rate was unanimously voted Yes on.

According to Dutchess County’s 2/28/2022 press release announcing this new sales tax cut: “The clothing and sales tax exemption goes into effect as the County is working with the Cities of Beacon and Poughkeepsie to update the current sales tax sharing agreement, which provides millions of dollars in sales tax revenue to local municipalities each year. The current agreement expires in 2023, and requires the authorization of each City Council, the County Legislature, and the NYS Comptroller.

“The agreement allows Dutchess County Government to continue to collect a 3.75% County Sales and Use Tax, with the Cities of Poughkeepsie and Beacon surrendering their right to receive one-half of the non-state sales and use tax (which equals 1.5%) collected within their respective municipalities. (The agreement is among these three parties because under state law, only county and city governments have the right to impose a local sales tax; towns and villages do not have that right.)

“The new agreement will be a streamlined agreement that eliminates the complicated formula for sales tax growth contained in the current agreement. The new agreement, which will run from 2023 to 2033, will be a simple percentage formula. Each of the cities will see a graduated increase in the percentage of sales tax received over the term of the agreement, with the City of Poughkeepsie increasing their percentage of sales tax collected from the current 4.59% to receiving 6.02% by 2030. The City of Beacon will go from its current 2.00% to receiving 2.62% by 2030. Local towns and villages will continue to share 9.5% of total county sales tax collected.

“Over the last 10 years, we have distributed more than $300 million in sales tax to our 2 cities, 20 towns and 8 villages. This new agreement increases the percentage of sales tax the two cities will receive, while ensuring the towns and villages sales tax revenue is protected and grows as sales tax receipts grow,” County Executive Molinaro said.

“The City of Beacon Council voted to approve the new agreement on Tuesday, February 22nd. The City of Poughkeepsie Council is expected to vote on the agreement on March 14th. It will then go to the Dutchess County Legislature for vote at the April board meeting.”

Generated Sales Tax Grew In 2021

According to a press release made by Dutchess County Executive Marcus Molinar’s office on 10/13/2021: “Dutchess County has seen revenues rebound strongly in 2021, with sales tax receipts well exceeding original projections year-to-date and continued federal reimbursement for many of the COVID-19 expenses as well as American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding. This has enabled the County to fill many of the positions that had been held vacant this year and restore full position funding in the 2022 Executive Budget, expand and enhance programs, while also reducing the property tax levy – the amount collected from property taxpayers.”

While Dutchess County indicates that they know the sales tax number generated to them by surrounding municipalities who have forfeited their right to collect their own sales taxes, the totals for each municipalities continues to not be disclosed by Dutchess County, or Beacon’s Mayor Lee Kyriacou, if that number was disclosed to him while negotiating with the county on the rate.

Dutchess County Legislature Chairman Gregg Pulver said, “At a time when many costs are going up for families, I am very proud that Dutchess County Government is doing all we can to lower costs for our residents. This sales tax exemption helps people hang on to their hard-earned money and also makes Dutchess County an even more attractive shopping destination for visitors. We have worked hard to make smart, conservative fiscal decisions over the years so we can keep providing savings to our citizens.”

Knowing the sales tax number generated by each municipality would help all Dutchess County residents know if their municipality were getting a good deal from the County when being cut a check to be used at each municipality’s digression, in addition to being provided services by Dutchess County.

Valentine's Day Gift Guide: Boutiques On Beacon's East End Near The Mountain

It's here! A Little Beacon Blog's first Gift Guide in quite some time. For Valentine's Day, this one focuses on some shops on Beacon's East End near the mountain. There is some very serious shopping down there, from high end to vintage, to world famous chocolate to marshmallows to even rentable fashion.

Shop Hyperbole

484 Main Street
These shiny bags are silky scrunchie bags. They are shoulder bags with a lot of elastic. Moments before this photo was taken, there were 3 bags. Popular.

Solstad House

488 Main Street
Cutest! Tea cups with a tea bag holder off the side. Or however you want to use it.

Chocolate Studio

494 Main Street
These sprinkled chocolate drops will delight your person! Lots of other goodies to be found in this shop.

Shop Berte

500 Main Street
A tightly curated collection, Shop Berte has all independent designers in her shop, and can tell you the story behind each of them. From jewelry to wine decanters.

The Snookie Shop

508 Main Street
Inside of The Snookie Shop are lots of sexy dresses, sporty sweats, and tops. But what is flying off the shelf is the Snookie makeup bag put together for Valentine’s Day! Red pom-pom hat not included, but you can add it!

Hudson Valley Marshmallow Co.

510 Main Street
Of course you must go to a marshmallow shop for Valentine’s Day! The S’Mores Baskets are put together and ready to go for you. Plus these squish ‘mallows!

Kaight Shop Beacon

512 Main Street
No matter what you find in Kaight, the piece is very special. A story behind every brand that is selected to display on the shelves, these styles won’t last long. People travel far to shop from Kaight’s collection.

The Village Jerk

494 Main Street
…but did you know that there are leather-goods in The Village Jerk, the beef jerky shop next to the Chocolate Studio? Oh yes…check out their bracelets and gold painted wallets.

Refill.Restore.Beacon

480 Main Street
The razor you’ve been dreaming of! Replace the blades, keep the body. You can stop throwing away plastic ones now. Comes in other colors including a rainbow hombre.

Vintage Beacon

478 Main Street
A stylist-edited vintage and designer consignment boutique curated with love. Always changing it up inside, this shoe shelf offers a variety of styles.

Raven Rose

474 Main Street
Always here for your love, Raven Rose has the Valentine’s table ready for you. Make your own dried flower arrangement while you’re in. Makes a great little gift.

La Mere Clothing and Goods

470 Main Street
Valentines essentials. Don’t wait for anyone to buy these for you. Treat yourself! Many treats to choose from if you’re buying a gift, and new inventory is always arriving. Don’t hit snooze. Enjoy!

Tibet Tree Of Life

460 Main Street
Crystals, rocks, everything you need to channel the right energy. Blankets, tops, candles, so many things that will make a home happy.

Violet Reserve

468 Main Street
Have you been inside of this antique/vintage shop yet? Lots of special things. And do enjoy the mural on the back wall! Located near La Mere and Tibet Tree Of Life.

Hakan Chocolatier

462 Main Street
So shiny! Just look at this world famous chocolate, located right here in Beacon, NY. The delicacies are delicious. Pick more than one.

Wanderlux Style

473 Main Street
Beacon’s first (and only?) rentable fashion. That’s right. You can rent a dress, jacket, shoe, etc. Normally available online, Beaconties have access to this shop in-person and online. Located behind the architect’s office near the Howland Cultural Center.

Find these shops and more in A Little Beacon Blog’s Shopping Guide!

Retail Therapy Guide :: 1/21/2022

Happy Sunny Friday After The Snow Day, Everyone! Do you have your sleds? Because Brett's has some extra ones if you still need to buy some plastic to fly down the snow. Stop into Mountain Tops and the Last Outpost Store for some outdoor gear to keep you warm as you enjoy yourself in the cold weather. Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Shopping Guide for more shopping ideas you may not have known existed in Beacon! Winter and Spring Sports are in full swing, and A Little Beacon Blog is opening sponsorship of our Kids Sports Guide to make it happen. If you'd like to get your brand in front of parents and caregivers, this is a great place to start! The Summer Camp Guide is also open for sponsorship now, so get in early so that you can slide onto the family's summer schedule. Have a blessed Friday and sunny 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 Martin Luther King Books In Beacon's Public Library  Days: Everyday With voting rights in the news - and not leaving any time soon as different states create different laws - now is an important time to learn about what Dr. Martin Luther King was saying in his speeches, to learn about that time, to see how this time is similar. Says the Beacon Public Library: "The library has over 100 titles available via Hoopla* to learn more about the inspirational life of Dr. King. The collection has something for all ages; children’s books, biographies, comics, audiobooks and movies. There are 12 films including the documentaries, “King: A Filmed Record” (1970) and “I am MLK Jr.” (2018). You can even listen to speeches and audiobooks read by Dr. King. *You can borrow up to four titles per month with Hoopla and your library card. If you don’t have a library card, you can sign up for one online today and get instant access. Start Browsing > Poughkeepsie Day School Virtual Admissions  Days: January 22 & January 25 To register or express interest, visit poughkeepsieday.org and click inquire. Poughkeepsie Day School is an independent school that has been a valued part of the Hudson Valley educational landscape since its founding in 1934. The school teaches an unparalleled inquiry-based curriculum that strives to create compassionate citizens. Poughkeepsie Day School is a Sponsor, thank you!   The Bannerman Island Gallery Fine Art Holiday Exhibition Day: Now - Sunday, January 30, 2022 Time: 4pm - 6pm Location: Bannerman Island Gallery, 150 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508 Paintings, watercolors, prints, photographs, and hanging mixed media works will decorate the walls - while ceramics, sculpture and other artistic gift items will fill out the gallery.  Many of the works will be Hudson River Valley themed. Visitors to the gallery can expect to see representational landscapes, florals, interiors and still-life works -  as well as other works from the imagination.  Functional and whimsical ceramics and other gift items will also be featured. All works will be for sale and all proceeds from sales will benefit on-going restoration work on historic Bannerman’s Island.  Gallery hours are Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 noon – 5:00pm and most weekday afternoons and early evenings by chance or appointment by calling 845-416-8342.  Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     Shake away the Monday blues! We created a list of restaurants in Beacon that are open on Mondays. See it here > TWO WAY BREWING COMPANY 18 West Main St. Popcorn is back at Two Way! Grab a beer and some popcorn. Good food from The Flying Jib (see their foodie pictures here!). Games too!  See Trivia Schedule here >  See beers on tap here > PS: TMcCann Band will be performing every second Sunday of the month at the brewery from 4-7pm. OPEN: Thursday 4:00pm - 10:00pm Friday 4:00pm - 11:00pm Saturday 12:00pm - 11:00pm Sunday 1:00pm - 8:00pm Two Way Brewing Company is a Sponsor, thank you!   EAT CHURCH 3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY Cold sesame noodles available TO GO from Eat Church! Pick up at The Beacon Pantry in Beacon or at Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring! Eat Church goods are so fresh & delicious that they're only available while supplies last (go quick!) You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Find Eat Church at more places (please note, for the month of January, Eat Church is operating with limited hours). Fridays 3pm - 9pm Saturdays 12pm - 9pm at Industrial Arts Brewing DAILY GrabnGo at Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. Happy Weekend! Head on over to BBC for fresh brioche & vegan rolls (including a few that are everything seasoned!) Might want to stock up on this deliciousness! There is even some *new* *socially-distant* cafe seating in the bakery so you can enjoy a quick latte and treat while you stop in! And get the BEC on a cheddar-jalapeno biscuit while you're at it! Too many good options! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you!   MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY Meyers is looking for a full time bartender to join their wonderful team! Please reach out to us at brian@meyersoldedutch.com if you're interested. Work here & that means you can have quick access to the infamous Double Dutch at all times! Oh & the most crispy & tasty fries ever!  Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! HOMESPUN 232 Main Street, Beacon, NY Homespun is officially back open! With a larger hood in the kitchen, which allows the crew to work with a grill and a deep fryer for the first time. We're so excited & happy for Homespun! Check out the new menu items & follow @homespunfoods for more updates! Read the latest blog post with Hudson Valley Brewery here > OPEN HOURS: Thursday - Monday, 10am - 7pm Order Food > Homespun is a Sponsor, thank you!  HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Hudson Valley Food Hall has a  new vendor! Ciao Chow - hand made pasta and fried rice! Swing by this weekend & get some fresh handmade goods! Stop in & check out 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 in a well-ventilated space with Outdoor Patio! Shmuck's Sweet Stuff: Local Ice Cream, Hot Waffles, and Other Sweet Stuff Hudson Shawarma: Falafels, shawarma, baklava, and platters  Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY It's cold & you deserve a break sometimes! Luckily, Baja has your back with delicious pick-up/take-out AND catering! Call and order for some of their award winning food! Baja has 15 different taco flavors all made with fresh ingredients. All options can be served as street tacos too! If tacos aren't your thing, quesadillas & main plates are available as well as amazing appetizers! PS: Order for pick-up!  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. Ziatun has your weekend plans covered! Stop by for delicious Middle Eastern dishes, including the (almost famous) Futur Sampler! A tray of their house hummus, baba ghanoush, falafel, and MORE, this entirely plant-based starter is perfect for sharing with a friend or for enjoying as a meal by yourself (no judging here at all!) Also available for take-out and delivery!  Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!   BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon Kenesha Sneed, “Many Shapes of Clay: A Story of Healing” from Binnacle! “Eisha lives with her mother, a ceramic artist, who helps her make a special shape out of a piece of clay. The shape reminds Eisha of her father, of the ocean, of a lemon. As Eisha goes through her neighborhood doing errands with her mother, the piece of clay hardens and then shatters into pieces when Eisha taps it. In poignant and powerful words and pictures, Kenesha Sneed shows how Eisha learns to live with the sense of loss and of the joyful power of making something new out of what is left behind. Illustrated with Sneed’s bold colors, graphic lines, and gestural textures, the book celebrates diversity and shares a gentle message that we all have the ability to heal and create.” Binnacle is *Open daily! Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon Baby, it's cold outside! Stop that draft from sweeping in under the door! Brett's can help. Stop in for their selection of door stoppers. 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 The Leisure Society Adamson Tortoise 12k Sunglasses went QUICK! New arrivals do tend to fly out of Luxe's doors fast because they're so good! So, make an appt with an optometrist to find the best glasses for you and treat yourself to the most amazing winter sunglasses. Luxe makes your vision and the overall health of your eyes their number one priority. PS: Appts required for exams. PPS *NEW HOURS Monday 10 AM - 5 PM Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM Closed on Sundays! They've gone shopping! Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! LA MÉRE CLOTHING AND GOODS 470 Main Street, Beacon Our opinion? There’s no such thing as too many layers! Slip on La Mere's Side Button Sweater Vest over your favorite blouse. Only $62.90 and available online and in store now! Snag the goods + accessories too. We're eyeing the plaid bag to the left - looks like a goodie! All the clothing + accessories you want/need here! *New Arrivals Weekly / Free Shipping Download their free app in the iTunes Store PS: Everything is under $100!! PPS: MENS clothing now available!   Shop Online > La Mere is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY New Website Alert! Yanarella has been guiding and instructing students since 1957- over 60 years ago! Since the day they opened their doors, their philosophy has been “every child should have the same opportunity to dance, regardless of talent or ability. There is no can’t in dance. There’s only a C-A-N.” Yanarella's year begins in December and runs all year until their recital in November. They offer classes in a variety of levels and styles. In addition to their full year schedule, they offer shortened Introductory Courses and Summer Camps. Their facility has three dance rooms, all adjacent to waiting rooms with half walls for observers, instead of observation windows. All rooms are equipped with state of the art sound systems, mounted and standing ballet barres, and full length mirrors. They also have a sprung wooden floor made specifically for dancers and multiple air purifiers throughout the studio. A pillar in the community, Yanarella performs and participates at various functions in Beacon and the greater Hudson Valley area throughout the year, including Beacon’s St. Patrick, Memorial Day and Spirit of Beacon Day parades- just to name a few. Their studio also attends various workshops and competitions throughout the year, which are open to students that meet the studio’s requirements. There’s a reason Yanarella has been around so long- GO on in and find out! Reach out to find out more today! Danceyanarella@gmail.com Visit Yanarella Dance online.  Register for classes today!  Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon It's not too late to start those 2022 Resolutions! Antalek & Moore always has your back with tips & checklists but also with insurance policies! Contact them ASAP to see how they can help you fulfill your insurance needs. 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Easy Local COVID Vaccination Drugstore For 5-11 Kids, Older Kids, and Adults - Plus Shopping For Prizes!

The little pharmacy in Cold Spring - Drug World - has been on the hunt to provide COVID-19 vaccinations to the area since the vaccination for adults first became available. The Highlands Current covered the behind-the-scenes in what was required to administer the vaccine in their article “Drug World Chases COVID Vaccine.” This, followed by a letter from a reader, “Thanks To Drug World” which described what owner Heidi Snyder did to secure doses and partnered with Mark Snyder and Father Steve Schunk from St. Mary’s Episcopal Church to organize a team of community volunteers to administer it, according to a letter from John and Eva Humbach, followed by several other letters of support published in the newspaper.

Soon after the child’s dose of the COVID-19 vaccine for kids ages 5-11 became available, Drug World secured doses and made scheduling available on their website. Drug World’s website is also connected to the national database of vaccination locations, called Vaccines.gov, an easy to use online tool filtered by zip code, age and vaccination brand to book a vaccination for any available age.

Locations that do not have online booking do offer a phone number to call, or directions on if walk-ins are accepted. In Beacon, for instance, the new local pharmacy Beacon Wellness Pharmacy with the black and white awning across from Rite Aid offers the flu vaccination for walk-ins, and needs an appointment made online for the COVID-19 vaccination. The kids ages 5-11 will be available soon at Beacon Wellness Pharmacy, said the owner Enrique Reynoso, RPH, M.B.A., BCMTMS (review to come of Beacon Wellness Pharmacy’s shopping selection! we totally shopped it while flu-shotting).

Benefits Of Going Local Pharmacy - Shopping!

At any pharmacy, you are going to find a shopping selection. If you know A Little Beacon Blog, you know we love a good drug store and hardware store. Drug World did not disappoint Their Hanukkah selection is front and center at the front doors, while inside, there is a well curated selection of designer band-aids, coveted poppet stress toys (they are the new fidget-spinner and are all the rage on Tik Tok - kids collect them), and even picture frames! Not sure if you know, but picture frames are hard to find.

Take a look at our shopping pictures below, and book yourself a vaccination or booster today! Drug World also offers COVID-19 testing.

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Hop and Shop is BACK In Beacon For Holiday Shopping 2021! Details Here…

Back for its 4th year of community supported shopping, Hop & Shop is thriving this year in its efforts to support businesses on Main Street during this holiday season. Produced by retail elves on Main Street who do this in addition to running their brick and mortars, Hop & Shop is two nights (Thursday and Friday, 12/2-3) of longer shopping hours in Beacon (recommended closing time is 9pm, which is late for Beacon), plus fun deals or specials to go along with it.

Businesses can sign up here, and shoppers can learn about specials after November 29th, when the holiday shopping season officially kicks into high gear. This will be a great activity after Thanksgiving in that Black Friday slide. For those interested in how this works, see their FAQ page.

Hop & Shop has been doing a fabulous job promoting participating shops on their Instagram, so you should follow along with them here. We have highlighted a few shops below that are either super-new, hard to find, or ones that you just must walk into. To see all of Beacon’s shops, visit ALBB’s Shopping and Restaurant Guides. Follow along with Hop & Shop for more, and see you out and about!

BERTE
500 Main St.
Berte is a curated home decor and lifestyle shop in Beacon, NY with a focus on emerging designers and makers who embody their playful, yet calming modern aesthetic. Passionate about “the hunt,” founder Aimée deSimone finds new pieces and brands wherever they emerge – whether that’s abroad or closer to home in New York’s Hudson Valley. She takes great pride in their collaborative relationship with makers (mostly female and BIPOC), who share our commitment to sustainability, equity, and design.
TIP: Look for their “wall necklaces” if they still have them.

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INGLEWOOD MARKETPLACE
17 E Main St.
Established in 2015, Inglenook Marketplace is a home goods, general goods, and candle making brand. They are purveyors of local, fine & sustainable products. They specialize in eco-friendly options, including their very own refillery inside of our Beacon location. You can fill up on Laundry Soap, Body Wash, Shampoo, Dryer Balls, and you can even refill your used Inglenook Marketplace candle!
TIP: We tried the grapefruit dish soap, and love it!

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WANDERLUX
473 Main St. Suite 2
Wanderlux style provides an exclusive, accessible, and sustainable short term rental (or option of purchase) experience of luxury fashion, shoes, and accessories for both men and women. Luxury items without the hefty price tag, closet space, dry cleaning costs, and waste.
TIP: Located where Cold Fit Cryotheraphy used to be, behind the architects storefront office near Wonderbar.

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SILICA STUDIO
428 Main St.
Silica Studio is a very new and very interactive type of business in Beacon. Take a Pottery Class and learn to make your own piece on the wheel or hand build it yourself with instruction by a skilled potter. Great for date nights or family/friend bonding! Also discover some beautifully unique works of art by local artisans in the front of house mini gallery! Silica Studio is a place to access creativity and fun for all!!
TIP: Can’t wait to try this.

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HUNCA MUNCAS
145 Main St.
For lovers of nature, craft, magic and play. Handmade, sustainable & ethically manufactured gifts for children and the home.
TIP: If you were looking for cloth rabbit dolls and looks of a very sweet nature, this is your spot.

Taking A Shopping Spin In The Beacon Flea - Cold With A Touch Of Sunshine

Shopping and dining took a a turn outdoors when the pandemic hit and fresh air became a top priority in real estate. Outdoor fair weather markets had already been outdoors, but they were still impacted by the shutdown. Through the cold months, shoppers and vendors became more resilient to being outside in almost any weather, hopeful to continue making the sale (vendors) and finding treasures to keep or give as gifts (shoppers).

This November, the Beacon Flea is still open which is unusual, as it tended to end in the Fall. According to the Beacon Flea’s website, the open air, fair weather market will remain open through December.

The Beacon Flea is particular about who can vend, and encourages people to refresh their inventory to keep the treasure hunt fresh. The fee structure is a bit different this year, and is based on the size of the vendor’s car, which now must be parked in the market at the vendor’s spot. This layout has not altered the shopping experience at all, as people still have plenty of room in the isles. If anything, the shopping experience is cozier for each vendor, as more of an environment is created by the vehicle. Those interesting in vending can learn more here, and the Beacon Flea’s founder Emma Dewing will be in touch.

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Halloweeny! :: Retail Therapy Guide 10/29/2021

Remember that time last year when Halloween was practically canceled, and people were Pinteresting "candy shoots" and other inventive ways to be COVID safe for Trick or Treating? And parents may have been secretly thinking: "Thank goodness for this year off from one of the most intense weekends of the year with all of the school parades, Trunk or Treats, and the big Halloween Night itself..." Well...all of that pent up energy is flowing strong for this year's Halloween Weekend which culminates on Sunday. The weather is providing a perfect dose of blustery with a chill and a threat of rain. Rain or mist, most things seem to be still on. Also, Voting Early is happening now! Closest for Beaconites is at the Fishkill Town Hall. Click here for the schedule of Open Hours. THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin 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, book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. Walkway at Night: Halloween Edition Day: Friday, October 29, 2021 Time: 6pm - 7:30pm Location: Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park Information > Newburgh Literary Festival Day: Saturday, October 30, 2021: Safe Harbors Lobby at the Ritz & Sunday, October 31: Writing Workshops Safe Harbors Lobby at the Ritz Time: Featured Program: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Local Writer's Fair and Cocktail Reception: 4 - 6 p.m. Location: 107 Broadway, Newburgh (Virtual options, too) Information > The Halloweenining Spooky Soundscapes In The Howland’s Courtyard Day: Sunday, October 31, 2021 (weather permitting) Time: 5pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, Beacon NY Spooky fun for the whole family! Wear a costume, bring a blanket and listen to unsettling sounds as the sun sets. The Patty Pan All Hallow's Eve Get Down: Halloween at the Beacon Farmers Market Day: Sunday, October 31, 2021 Time: 11am Location: 223 Main St., Beacon NY This Hallow's Eve, come celebrate at the market! At 11am, there will have a costume parade for kids and adults alike plus trick or treating back through the market. Then, at 11:30, a mini-Dance Party will get those sugar highs in check, fun for kids but of course adults are always welcome to shake it! PLUS! A costume contest w a GRAND PRIZE for adults and first, second and third place for kids! Information >   Adults Take & Make Fall Greeting Card Craft Day: Monday, November 1, 2021 Time: All day Stop by the Library on November 1st to pick up a "Take and Make" craft bag. It will include supplies to make 3 beautiful Fall-themed greeting cards. Each with its own unique motif. Artist, Theresa Stufano, provides an instructional video link to go with her supplies, so you can create at your convenience. First come, first served. Information > Do Good With Chipotle - Fundraiser For Sargent Elementary School Day: Tuesday, November 2, 2021 Time: 5pm - 9pm Location: 10 Westage Dr., Fishkill NY So easy to donate money to kids at Sarget Elementary when you pick up dinner at Chipotle in Fishkill. If you have kids, vote early so that you can have this day as a full holiday. Fall Harvest Festivals Day: Now - October 31st! Location: Fishkill Farms, 9 Fishkill Farm Rd, Hopewell Junction, NY Information > The Great Give Back Stichin' for the Kitchen Days: October 1 - November 15 2021 Get out your hooks and needles. Stichin' for the Kitchen is back! As part of the Great Give Back, the Howland Public Library is collecting handmade hats and scarves to donate to Fareground and Beacon Community Kitchen. Crafters can donate a set or individual items. Donations should be placed in individual plastic-zip bags and dropped off in the Big Red Bin at the library. Drop off between October 1st and November 15th. For more information, contact Michelle at community@beaconlibrary.org. Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!   TWO WAY BREWING COMPANY 18 West Main St. Cheers to the weekend! Really good fall beers from Two Way! And a food menu with goods from The Flying Jib! Stop in this weekend for all the #fallfeels See beers on tap here > Check out Events at Two Way > PS: Trivia is on Thursdays! OPEN: Thursday 4:00pm - 10:00pm Friday 4:00pm - 11:00pm Saturday 12:00pm - 11:00pm Sunday 1:00pm - 8:00pm Two Way Brewing Company is a Sponsor, thank you!   EAT CHURCH 3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY Banana Fritters from Eat Church anyone? Sweet and spicy! Looks delicious! Eat Church is always adding new delicious items to their menu! You must try them all... they never disappoint! Eat Church is a favorite with gluten-free options! Find Eat Church at more places: Thursday-Sunday at industrial Arts Brewing DAILY GrabnGo at Marbled Meat Shop Sunday at Beacon Farmers Market So many opportunities to get your hands on this deliciousness! Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. A cortado paired with a mini three-layer chocolate-peanut butter cake drizzled in ganache?! It must be the weekend, alright! Don’t forget to treat yourself this weekend! You deserve it & BBC has your back. PS: If you need a special loaf or pastry for your holiday or event, BBC is more than happy to take custom orders! Give them a call today. PPS: If the weekend is too busy for you, Beacon Bread is open 7 days. Be crazy, and go on a Monday! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY It's the weekend & you deserve a double dutch from MOD to kick it off! Or... choose any protein and stack it any way you want with the BYOB (build your own burger) - either way, stop into Meyers for a bite of Beacon! Take out, delivery, indoor/outdoor dining. Order online! Make Halloween Night easy on yourself by ordering MODs through their app! Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! TITO SANTANA TAQUERIA 142 Main St. Celebrate the weekend with a CUBANO QUESADILLA!! Loaded with Swiss cheese, pulled pork, ham, pickles and mustard, it’s definitely a must-try on your visit this weekend! PS: Dinner takeout special available Monday-Friday from 4pm - 9pm: 4 tacos, + 2 street corn, + 1 chip & salsa, + 1 rice & beans for only $24! PPS: Catering available! Menu >  Catering >  Tito Santana Taqueria is a Sponsor, thank you! HOMESPUN 232 Main Street, Beacon, NY Yogurt with Housemade Granola, Berries & Mint - MMMM! Looks fresh & delicious. Also, Homespun is hiring! They're looking for a lead server to join their growing team. Learn more here > PS: Homespun even has a Beer Store & Beer Subscription online! See more here > PPS: Gift Cards are available in-store at Homespun!  PPPS: Order cutoff for Farm Kits is every Tuesday at 5pm, and pick up is at Homespun every Friday, anytime between 10am-7pm. Find more Farm Kit Info Here > OPEN HOURS: Thursday - Monday, 10am - 7pm Order Food > Homespun is a Sponsor, thank you!  HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY How about some dumplings from MoMo Valley located inside of the HV Food Hall?! We heard they're amazing!!!! Stop in this weekend & give them a try. Follow HV Food Hall's foodies: Miz Hattie's BBQ: Southern Style BBQ, from North Carolina. Order ahead via their Toast-app menu! Momo Valley: Himalayan Spiced Hand-Crafted MoMo & More Barb's Fry Works: Gourmet, small-batch-loaded fries. And salads. 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 Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Let's taco about the 13 different taco flavors from Baja - they're all delicious & made with fresh/real ingredients! Barbacoa, Cajun Chicken, Sweet & Sour Pork Belly, Pork Carnitas, Al Pastor, Gringo, Steak, Market Fish, Ahi Tuna, Scallop, Baja Shrimp, Buffalo Calamari, Chorizo, Short Rib, & Veggie! Mouth watering yet? 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. Ziatun's famous Futur Sampler is quite the weekend spread! Served with pita (or cucumber, for GF friends!), it’s a great starter to share or enjoy all to yourself! It is still the weekend after all.  PS: Fall Season = Soup Season & Ziatun has you covered with delicious soups! PPS: You need to try the Za’atar fries with spicy tahini to fire up your lunchtime > Menu >  Order Online >  Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!   DIRTY BACCHUS 380 Main Street, Beacon Skin Contact Amber Orange Heaven!!! And this is only part of the display, and there’s a separate display of Hungarian, Georgian, Slovenian, Croatian, Greek, Slovakian and Czech amber wines, and even a few in the $20 & Under section, and several others spread about the store… If you like this style of wine, Dirty Bacchus has you covered! PS: Dirty Bacchus is hiring! HOURS: Mon-Wed: 12-6pm Thur- Sat: 11am-7pm Sun: 12-5pm Dirty Bacchus is a Sponsor, thank you! BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon “Medicine for a Nightmare: Part Two” This item is new in the shop and features an essay by @m_trecka about the Beacon Prison Books Project and the theoretical depths of organizing across prison walls! And much, much more! Super beautiful. Check it out! “Conceptually, ‘Medicine for a Nightmare: Part Two’ is a collection of thoughts and expressions to be part of a larger conversation. It contains essays, poetry, short stories, photography, and other visual art from a unique selection of 60+ characters from many walks of life, age groups, and cultural backgrounds. It's presented in a perfect-bound paperback book that comes with a 90-minute long audio companion compilation consisting of exclusive instrumental music from 17 different artists. The core of this project is to embrace emotions and impermanence, with the focus on this volume being ‘what brings one to see another day. Binnacle is NOW *Open daily! Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon Not only can you get your home goods needs at Bretts but you can get your pets some goodies too! New bowls, leashes, collars, etc. We mean it when we say Bretts has it all! PS: Get your winter mats & supplies earlier rather than later! Stay ahead of the game. Stop in & check it all out. 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 The face you make when you find that perfect pair of glasses from Luxe! Have you stopped in yet?!Make an appt today... your glasses want an upgrade & you deserve it! PS: New arrivals are always arriving at Luxe! PPS *NEW HOURS Monday 10 AM - 5 PM Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM Closed on Sundays! They've gone shopping! Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! LA MÉRE CLOTHING AND GOODS 470 Main Street, Beacon It is written in the stars! Zodiac necklaces are very popular & flying out of the door. Luckily, there is a restock so HURRY & snag one for you and maybe for holiday gifts?! Saturday Store Hours 11-6pm *New Arrivals Weekly / Free Shipping Download their free app in the iTunes Store PS: Everything is under $100!! PPS: MENS clothing now available! Shop Online > La Mere is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY The cutest school of fish we ever did see! Did you sign up for the new sessions of Mommy and Me that started on 10/25?! It's a five week session on Monday's from 10am - 10:30am and Fridays from 3:00pm - 3:30pm starting 10/29. $40 for the full session or $10 per class. Drop ins are welcome! Visit Yanarella Dance online.  Register for classes today!  Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon As a business owner, finding the best health insurance package for your employees and understanding their benefit options might seem like an intimidating task...but it doesn't have to be! Let Antalek & Moore help you find the right solution for your business, your employees, and their families. Give Antalek & Moore a call today: 845-831-4300 and visit their website. Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore is a Sponsor. Thank you!   TIN SHINGLE Connect with Tin Shingle's co-founder, Katie Hellmuth Martin for a Hourly Private Training Strategy Sessions. Through her role as leader of Tin Shingle's community, Katie has seen the inner workings of hundreds of businesses all over the country. As a publisher of a local online newspaper, A Little Beacon Blog, she has had the privilege of getting up close and personal with storefront-based businesses on Main Street to learn the intricacies of retail life. Find out more > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                           KATIE JAMES, INC. The Do It Together Plan - Let’s make changes to your website and/or newsletter together. This is great for people who know they need something on the simpler side done, but don’t know how to do it. Benefits of this package include working side by side, together. Often during this time, ideas are exchanged and strategies developed that may not have even been a twinkle in your eye before this meeting. Find out more > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: Homespun Foods Is Looking For A Lead Server To Join Their Growing Team Details >  HIRING: Maintenance & Packaging Manager At Industrial Arts Brewing  Details > HIRING: Social Media Lead At The Hyacinth Group Details > HIRING: Daycare Teacher & Assistant Wanted At Care 4 Me, Inc. Details > HIRING: Beacon City School District Food Service Department Is Looking For Substitute Food Service Helpers Details > HIRING: Meyers Olde Dutch Details > 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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The Time Has Come To Replace The Clutter In Your Home; ALBB Has Some Suggestions

Got a clutter problem? Replace clutter with beautiful dried bouquets from Flora Good Times! Once your fresh bouquet runs out, pick the flowers that dry the best. Put those in a vase from Hudson Beach Glass or Raven Rose and place on desired clutter spot.

Challenge: you *must* file away the clutter items, and replace the fire alarm that is sitting there instead of in its protective spot in the kitchen. And lay more adhesive sandpaper for the mail person on the front porch steps so they don’t slip in the rain or otherwise (find at Bretts Hardware)

Find more vases and flower destination boutiques in A Little Beacon Blog’s Shopping Guide!