Happening This Weekend - 3/6/2020

Might this be the last weekend we need mittens? Maybe! Which is perfect because this weekend is the Dutchess County St. Patrick's Parade in Wappingers Falls. (Admit it, you're going to miss cute winter accessories!) There is a reason this year's daylong festival is such a big deal: Wappingers Falls has been recovering from its second major fire within a decade which happened last week. The multi-alarm fire ruined the homes of and displaced 32 (number had increased since previous reports) people and wiped out four businesses. This day will be especially important as a community comes together. There are at least two big raffles, a race, Irish coffee and hot toddies, and more fun. A Little Beacon Blog has the scoop here.   Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance. Got an event? Submit your event here for consideration.   Dutchess County's St. Patrick's Day Parade in Wappingers Falls Day: Saturday, March 7, 2020 Time: 12:30pm Information > Not-So-Silent Auction For The Quiet Man Pub Sign at County Fare Day: Saturday, March 7, 2020 Time: Ends in the evening - but don't wait until then. Location: 2652 E. Main St., Wappingers Falls, NY The owner of County Fare had the sign of the pub prior, and a lot of people wanted it. After last week's devastating fire in Wappingers Falls, he is auctioning it off to the highest bidder. The bidding continues until Saturday evening! Latest bid is $2,100. Get The Full Scoop > ARF Beacon - Penny Social Day: Saturday, March 7, 2020 Time: 1 to 3 pm Location: VFW Hall, 413 Main Street, Beacon, NY Penny Social to benefit the Animal Rescue Foundation. All dollars raised benefit a good cause and will touch the lives of every animal at ARF Beacon. Information > Creative Works by Fifty Awesome Hudson Valley Women, Opening Reception Day: Saturday, March 7, 2020 Time: 2:30 to 4:30 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Live Concert: Matthew Shipp (solo piano) Day: Saturday, March 7, 2020 Time: 8 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Climate Action Film Festival Days: Saturday & Sunday, March 7-8, 2020 Time: Saturday, 7 to 9 pm; Sunday, 6 to 8 pm Location: Story Screen Beacon Theater, 445 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.   BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END     Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com The Haffmans & Neumeister line of eyewear is one of the most sophisticated in Luxe Optique right now. Just look at any one of the frames here, and go into the store to experience them in person. Going into the store is an opportunity that many do not have, since lines like this are only carried exclusively in select stores who value the craftmanship of the frame, like Luxe Optique.   BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main Street, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the dummy light) THIS WEEKEND! Madison James Trunk Show, coming up Friday and Saturday, March 6 and 7. The Madison James collection blurs the lines between modern and vintage, appealing to a sense of whimsy and romance. Shop their latest collection at the boutique for one weekend only.⠀ Don't forget to vote for Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique for #bestofhudsonvalley2020! Visit www.hvmag.com and vote for best bridal shop (#7) Type in "Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique" in the town of Beacon. ⠀ Call (845) 765-2900 or book your appointment online through their website!  Be sure to check A Little Beacon Blog's Shopping Guide for all of our sponsors! You don't want to miss great discoveries like PTACEK Home and LLTO (Live Light Travel Often).   Thank you to Barb's Butchery, Eat Church, and BAJA 328 for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide!     If You Build It: 3-D Shapes Day: Saturdays, March 7 and 21, 2020 Times: 12 to 4 pm Location: Hudson Valley MOCA - 1701 Main St., Peekskill, NY Information > For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Adult Classes Guide. Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here.                                   For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide. Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here.   Visit our Beauty Guide to find a new source for your hair, nails, massage, beautification and more!  HEADLINE NEWS FROM OUR SPONSORS   Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency Antalek & Moore is sharing their #employeeappreciation day love. "We couldn’t be more grateful for our Antalek & Moore family that make their office a fabulous place to work today and everyday! Thank you to each and every one of our employees. We couldn’t do what we do without you." Beacon Chamber of Commerce Now on Instagram! Do you follow @beaconchamber on Instagram? They have some new pictures flowing! Stay up to date with the Beacon Chamber of Commerce promoting businesses and events, and giving recognition to those who make Beacon so great. Is your business in the Business Directory of the Beacon Chamber of Commerce yet? It should be. Join today. Learn More > Katie James, Inc. Offering couture branding for businesses. Crafting of social media plans, website designs, and newsletter plans to keep your customer base engaged. 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