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This weekend is loaded with options! Here is your easy access to planning. These are weekend dates pulled from some of A Little Beacon Blog's 10 Things To Do In Beacon Guides, so be sure to check them during the week.

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The Beacon Players presents “Grease”
Day: Friday through Sunday, November 18 to 20, 2016
Time: 6 pm Friday, 7 pm Saturday
Location: Beacon High School, 101 Matteawan Road, Beacon, NY
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Elks Lounge Dance Night
Day: Friday, November 18, 2016
Time: 7 pm
Location: Beacon Elks Lodge, 900 Wolcott Ave. (Route 9D), Beacon, NY
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The Drunken Pumpkin - Taste and Discover
Day: Saturday, November 19, 2016
Time: 1 to 5 pm
Location: Fishkill Farms, 9 Fishkill Farm Road, Hopewell Junction, NY
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Be sure to visit this Annual & Upcoming Events Guide to see other great events that are happening soon!

Lights, Camera, Action!
Days: Saturday, November 19, 2016 (last day)
Time: 1:30 to 2:30 pm
Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY
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Z!ne Club @ Beacon Library
Day: Friday, November 18, 2016
Time: 3 to 5 pm
Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY
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Upcycle Art Studio for Teens (ages 11 and up)
Day: Saturday, November 19, 2016
Time: 11 am
Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY
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American Sign Language Class for Older Children and Teens
Days: Mondays, November 21 and 28, 2016
Time: 4 to 5 pm
Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY
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Snapology Lego Mini Camp
Days: Monday, November 21, 2016,
Time: 1 to 4 pm
Location: Fishkill Recreation, 792 Route 52, Fishkill, NY
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Mad Science Enrichment Program
Days: Saturdays, November 19 and December 3, 2016
Time: Noon to 1 pm
Location: Fishkill Recreation, 792 Route 52, Fishkill, NY
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Visit our Kids Classes Guide for upcoming classes.

Chalk Paint 101® - The Annie Sloan Method
Day: Sunday, November 20, 2016
Time: 9 am to noon
Location: Knot Too Shabby, 155 Main St., Beacon, NY
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Conscious Entrepreneurship: Mindful Tools to Build Profit + Purpose
Day: Saturday and Sunday, November 19 and 20, 2016
Time: 9:30 am to 5:30 pm
Location: Beahive, 291 Main St., Beacon, NY
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Intro to Beekeeping with William Ofca
Day: Sunday, November 20, 2016
Time: 1 to 4 pm
Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY
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Coloring Books For Adults
Day: Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Time: 6 to 7 pm
Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY
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Visit our Adult Classes Guide for upcoming classes.

Turkey Trot 25K, 5-Mile, 2-Mile, Kids
Day: Thursday, November 24, 2016
Time: 7 am to noon
Location: Arlington High School, Route 55, Freedom Plains, NY
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Visit our 5K Race Guide for upcoming races in the area.

50Roots.com Pop-Up Shop
Days: November 25 to 27, 2016
Time: Open all day, with a complimentary happy hour!
Location: A Little Beacon Space, 291 Main St., Beacon, NY
50Roots.com is an online shop that carries only USA-made products. 50Roots is based in Newburgh, and brings their store to you, popping up over the Black Friday/Small Business Saturday weekend after Thanksgiving.

Read more about upcoming Pop-Up events!

**Host your own pop-up shop at A Little Beacon Space! More details here.

Barb’s Butchery's goulash has everything you need for the ultimate comfort lunch: elbow macaroni, locally-sourced meat, the perfect blend of spices, and seasoned fries. See the full menu here, and get ready for next week’s special: THE HAMINATOR.

The art doesn’t stop at the galleries in Beacon. The chefs at BAJA 328 have created a masterpiece for your plate with this new tuna tartare appetizer! Try it with one of Baja’s seasonal margaritas, like apple cinnamon and ginger pomegranate versions.

Our Restaurant Guide has all of your options - even eateries you didn't know about! Keep it open on your phone, because we list everyone's phone number and website, making it super easy for you to tap-to-call!

Raven Rose is so much more than a florist! The updated selection of modern home decor and gifts includes these chic and versatile pieces with intricate lines and just a hint of metallic sheen. Browse the shop for unique gifts and home items that are sure to be complimented!

For those who like to keep their wine in convenient yet hidden locations, reMADE has the piece of furniture for you that friends will covet - and appreciate when they come over and need a handy bottle of wine while hanging out in your living room. The wine file cabinet, crafted by Keith Decent. What else do you file away?

Style, quality, and comfort align in this Catrina jacket from Prana. It’s made of oh-so-soft organic cotton, and it has just the right amount of structure to look chic while feeling like a cozy sweatshirt! Try it on for size in Mountain Tops.

These leather mantra bracelets are handmade with messages of love and encouragement - perfect little gifts for friends, family, and yourself! Come in to East End, formerly the Pfotoshop, to see the new colors and pick up a few.

Not only does Luxe Optique work with all insurance plans as an out-of-network provider, they will also submit claims for you AND take 15% off your purchase. Even better, you can use up the extra funds in your flex spending account to buy new glasses for yourself and the kids before the end of the year! Lafont makes plenty of styles for the little ones to choose from.

Now is the time to buy your favorite pair of jeans! Style Storehouse is offering 50% off on several FRAME denim styles, as well as Mother and J Brand, so come on in and try them on while supplies last.

All shops in Beacon are listed in this Shopping Guide, from Home Decor to Kids Fashion to Vintage and more. Keep it open on your phone as you're walking around shopping!

If you're suffering from post-election blues, the end of daylight savings time, or holiday anxiety, River Therapeutic Massage has the package for you: a 30-minute massage every week for six weeks. The De-Stress Package is only $250 and availability is limited, so book today!

From the hairs on your head to the toes on your feet, there are many ways to pamper yourself and your pet in our Beauty Guide.

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ART

Join BeaconArts on Tuesday, December 6, for their seventh Annual Holiday Member event! All current, new, and renewing members will be welcome at Oak Vino Wine Bar on Main Street from 6 to 9 pm. The holiday event is always a great opportunity to get to know other members, from artists to local business owners. RSVP here. Not a member yet? Click here to join the organization behind Second Saturday and much of the public art around Beacon!

BUSINESS TO BUSINESS

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Tin Shingle
If you’re ready to take your small business to the next level with effective press and social media strategies, Tin Shingle is the resource you need. From expert articles to live online training sessions, SEO basics to advanced Instagram tactics, and a community of supportive fellow entrepreneurs at your fingertips, you will have everything you need to get the word out about your business. If you want a taste of what Tin Shingle has to offer, tune in to our free TuneUp webinars on Wednesdays at noon! Join today!

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FUN & FITNESS

All Sport Health & Fitness
Calling all gym buff artists: All Sport is planning an exhibit of its members' drawings, paintings, and photography. If you nurture your creative side as well as your body, email info@allsporthealthandfitness.com to find out how to add your work to the art show!

EVENT SPACE

A Little Beacon Space
A Little Beacon Space is honored to be the location of the FIRST EVER 50roots.com pop-up shop! 50roots.com has been curating unique, American-made goods since 2013, specializing in giving customers not just great products, but also the behind-the-scenes stories. The shop will be set up for your Black Friday and Small Business Saturday shopping pleasure next weekend!

You’re Invited: Don’t miss these events!

11/25/16: Pop-Up Shop: 50Roots.com Takes Over for a Boutique Experience