It's the last week of April, and the beginning of almost summer! It's been a beautiful spring, and there is a lot going on. There's a new business in town, Luminary Advanced Aesthetics, who was recommended to A Little Beacon Blog by our friend, Deborah Cortes of the Beacon Volunteer Ambulance Corp (BVAC). The local to local recommendation is the best we can receive! Luminary is having a "Half Birthday" event with other local partners, and you'll want to check it out. Scroll down.

In the Kids Corner, it's camp-signup time. You need an downloadable organizer, and ALBB made you one! Visit our Summer Camp Guide and download our Camp List 2023 for each child, to keep track of where they are going and how that fits in with your travel plans. Don't miss signup for Yanarella's Pop Star Dance Camp and Frozen Adventure Dance Camp!

Then, splurge shop for low priced kids gear and clothes from the Wee Play group, who organizes the annual Ree Play sale, which is a fundraiser for kids park development and other projects in Beacon. Details and deals on that below!

PS: Huge round of applause to local businesses and artists who advertise their events with ALBB. We cannot produce this newsletter without them! Literally. We pay salaries to have this done because this blog is our business.

...And...we have an exciting announcement for you next time! Stay tuned, and have a great weekend.

THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE
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Serious. Comedy Theatre Presents: Weekly Open Jam
Day: Every Friday
Time: 6:30pm
Location: 22 Kent St, Beacon, NY Room #109
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Serious. Comedy Theatre Is A Sustaining Sponsor Of ALBB

Wee Play Community Project Presents: 19th Annual Ree-Play Sale
Days & Times: Friday, April 28, 2023 from 9am-7pm (full price)
Saturday, April 29, 2023 from 9am-4pm (50% off)
Sunday, April 30, 2023 from 9am-2pm (75% off)
Monday, May 1, 2023 from 9am-2pm (pay what you wish)
Location: 724 Wolcott Ave., 9D, Beacon (Beacon City Pool Entrance)
Children’s clothing, toys, baby & toddler equipment, books, music, movies, maternity clothes, children’s sports clothing & equipment, dress up clothing, outdoor toys, costumes, games. 100% of profits go directly back into the Beacon Community

All Sport Health & Fitness Spring Fest: Puppy Yoga & Adoption Event
Day: Saturday, April 29, 2023
Time: 11am-2pm
Location: All Sport, 17 Old Main St., Fishkill, NY
Puppy yoga and adoption event. Join the All Sport Health & Fitness team. $20 minimum donation to participate in puppy yoga with 100% proceeds going directly to C.A.R.E of Dutchess County. Registration required.
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Family Magic Show
Day: Sunday, April 30, 2023
Time: 3pm-4pm
Location: Two Way Brewing, 18 West Main St. Beacon, NY
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Dutchess Handmade Pop-Up Shop
Day: Tuesday, May 2 - Thursday, June 15, 2023
Opening Night Mixer - Wednesday, May 3 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Time: 10am-5pm
Location: 696 Dutchess Turnpike, Ste F, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Locally made glass, jewelry, greeting cards, textiles, ceramics, wood products, prints, paintings, home decorating items and more! Perfect for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Graduations, Birthdays, Weddings, and more with over 60 artists and makers from the Hudson Valley.
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SAVE THE DATE!
Luminary Advanced Aesthetics Half Birthday Event!
Day: Friday, May 5, 2023
Time: 4-7pm
Location: Luminary Advanced Aesthetics, 464 Main St., Beacon, NY
Margaritas, raffles, specials & more! Including light fare by Casual Elegance of HV and permanent jewelry from King & Curated. You don’t wanna miss this one! RSVP 845.440.3244
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Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!

HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL
288 Main Street, Beacon, NY

Ceviche is back at El Nica Spot! A MUST have! Located inside the HV Food Hall. Stop in!
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
S hmuck's Sweet Stuff: Local Ice Cream, Hot Waffles, and Other Sweet Stuff
Hudson Shawarma: Falafels, shawarma, baklava, and platters
Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice
Dulce Cielo Mexico: Authentic Mexican street food with vegetarian and vegan options.
Elixxr Wellness: Wellness cafe offering drinks with adaptogens
Tara Fusion Cuisine: Fusion cuisine of Bangladeshi, Indian, Sri Lankan and Middle Eastern food
Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you!

BAJA 328

328 Main Street, Beacon, NY
Cheers to the weekend! Stop into Baja on the weekends to check out and try their featured drinks of the week! They're fresh, delicious, and seasonal - because Baja only uses fresh ingredients! In their drinks and in their dishes. Follow them on Instagram to keep up with their specials all summer long! Enjoy it with delicious southern cuisine made with fresh ingredients. Specials always available!
PS: Happy Hour Tues-Fri 4-6pm
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Check out their specialty drinks >
BAJA 328 is a Sponsor, thank you!

HUDSON VALLEY GOLDSMITH

226 Main St Retail 2
(845) 255-5872

Hudson Valley Goldsmith's workshop and repair process is unparalleled. They repair all fine jewelry, including pieces purchased elsewhere. Upon bringing your jewelry in for repair, you’ll be guided by a qualified professional who will explain the repair process, cost and timeframe. They’ll then provide you with a detailed description and picture of your jewelry taken with a microscope so you can rest assured that your piece of jewelry and your diamonds will safely be returned to you like new. All repairs are preformed by their team of goldsmiths in their in-house studio incorporating the latest technology such as laser welding, CAD, 3D printing, the latest in natural diamond detection and diamond grading.
PS - Interested in the necklace pictured?! Us too... Y ou can shop it online here >
Interested in custom design? See here for CUSTOM details >

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OPEN:
Tuesday-Thursday: 10:00am-5:00pm
Friday-Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm
Shop Jewelry >
Hudson Valley Goldsmith is a Sponsor, thank you!

LUXE OPTIQUE

181-183 Main Street, Beacon

Stop into Luxe Optique and take a journey on the ultimate eyewear experience. Its truly like no other! But also, there is an Optometrist on site if need be! Comprehensive Eye Exam? Contact Lens Exam or Contact Lens Training? Expert Progressive Lens Fitting? Custom Eyewear Fittings? Eyewear Repairs? DMV Vision Test? Yes, yes, and yes! Luxe Optique does it all. Stop in or Shop Online >
PS: Appointments required for exams. Make an appt here! >
BEACON HOURS
Monday from 10AM–5PM
Tuesday-Saturday from 10AM–6PM
Sunday CLOSED
Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you!

Yanarella Dance Studio
312 Main St., Beacon, NY

SUMMER

Camp Registration is OPEN!

Located on Main Street in Historic Beacon, the studio has been guiding and instructing students since 1957- over 60 years ago!
Check out all of Yanarella's classes to find the best one(s) for you! >

Register for Summer Camp here >
See Kids Classes here >
See Adults Classes here >
Register Online >
Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you!

Serious.Comedy Theatre
22 Kent Street Room 109, Beacon, New York 12508

Weekly Student Improv Jam
FREE! Every Friday at 6:30pm
More information >

Spring Session Registration Is Open!
Improv 101
Improv 201
Improv 501
*Musical Improv 101 (new offering!)
*Sketch Writing 201 (new offering!)
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Weekly Open Improv Jams every Friday at 6:30pm for $5 - drop in!

All shows are listed here >
Keep up with Serious.Comedy Theatre here! >
Serious. Comedy Theatre is a Sponsor, thank you!

Beacon has a growing number of beauty salons and professional pampering to take advantage of - you can even book a transforming appointment at a lash bar! Be it a totally new hair style, or a facial, you have options in Beacon. Plus, one of the most enjoyable gifts you can give to someone is a gift certificate. So we have included links to where you can buy a gift certificate from any of these fine services that offers one. Check out ALBB's Beauty Guide here >

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BEACON DENTAL
1020 Wolcott Avenue, Beacon, NY
(845) 838-3666
At Beacon Dental, they are dedicated to providing you and your family with quality dental care tailored to your individual needs. They welcome patients aged 4 and older and provide a full range of dental services to help you achieve and maintain excellent oral health throughout your life. When you visit their dentists and team, you can be certain that your health, comfort and smile are always their highest priorities.
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Beacon Dental is a Sponsor. Thank you!

TIN SHINGLE
Tin Shingle a training platform and community for businesses, artists and makers who are getting the word out about their business. Tin Shingle teaches PR, social media and content marketing tactics to regular people to help make their pitching and brand story telling smarter, engaging and more appropriate for the media to consider for article features.
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Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!

KATIE JAMES, INC.
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Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you!

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Poughkeepsie Day School

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Faust Design Build

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Blue Green Lawns

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Miss Vickies Music

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