The Countdown Has Started...Retail Therapy Guide 12/31/2021

We meet again...! on a Friday evening that is a major winter holiday. In this time of Kwanzaa (thank you Beacon Library!), may you tap into your community for unity; may you strengthen your self-determination to find and fulfill your purpose; may you value and participate in collective work for cooperative economics. May you have faith in yourself and the light around you. Wishing you a blessed Friday. So many new stores are on Main Street right now, which you can find in A Little Beacon Blog's Shopping Guide. Brightly lit, helping you find just what you need. For a fresh dose of art supplies, do drop into Little King for their wondrous collection of special supplies (like what we found here!). Steps down from that shop is Zakka Joy, where you will find all sorts of drawing pencils, journals and blended watercolor brushes (pictured here). Let yourself go this year. An ever-thank you to our sponsors featured below who make this newsletter possible, and love making for you whatever you need. Thank You Beacon Main Street Businesses!!! From an evening of creativity and vision boarding, followed by a day of recycling filmy plastics, A Little Beacon Blog wishes you a fresh New Year :) xoxo 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. MPress Records' Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter And Multi-Instrumentalist Rachael Sage Day: Thursday, January 6, 2021 Time: 8:30pm Location: Dogwood, 47 East Main Street, Beacon, NY MPress Records' award-winning singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Rachael Sage will appear at Dogwood in Beacon, NY on Thursday, January 6th. Showtime is at 8:30. There is no cover charge. The 6-time Independent Music Awards winner – who recently moved to the area – will perform songs from her new project, Poetica. In addition, she will preview select pieces across her repertoire of 14 albums, including her critically acclaimed album, Character. Rachael will be joined by Trina Hamlin on harmonica and percussion (Susan Werner), and Kelly Halloran on violin (Michael Franti). The Bannerman Island Gallery Fine Art Holiday Exhibition Day: Saturday, November 13, 2021 - 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.  SAVE THE DATE! Poughkeepsie Day School Virtual Admissions Guide Day: January 10, 22, 25 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! 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. The Hudson Line is a mighty tasty fig, prosciutto and brie sandwich from the Flying Jib, complete with a side of fries! Pair that with a beer from Two Way & you're golden! HOLIDAY HOURS: 12/31: 3pm - 1am 1/1: Closed 1/2: 1pm - 8pm 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 We love that Eat Church has a rotating menu because it really does mean everything is super fresh! You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Find Eat Church at more places: Thursday-Sunday at Industrial Arts Brewing DAILY GrabnGo at Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring So many opportunities to get your hands on this deliciousness! Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. We don't know about you but we will be enjoying these gingerbread loaves, chais, and lattes a little longer because they're too good. In a bit of a hurry? Skip the line and order here > BBC doesn't have added extra tables in the bakery, so if you don’t have time to sit down for breakfast in their dining room, you can still enjoy a coffee/bagel/to-go sandwich!  HOLIDAY HOURS: - New Year's Eve 8am-5pm (But WTF will be OPEN!) - New Years Day 8am-5pm Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY We truly enjoy every single thing from MOD's menu! The burgers are our go-to (especially the double-dutch) but in addition to sandwiches & 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. Go on in & take a bite of Beacon! Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Xmas: Closed, but open again 12/26 Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! TITO SANTANA TAQUERIA 142 Main St. Burritos from Tito Santana are unique! If it's not Tuesday & we're not getting $3 tacos, then we're getting this (and adding a taco n the side because we can't resist). Tito's menu has 13 different tacos & 3 of them are Vegan options! Burritos, Bowls & Salads, Quesadillas, Nachos, Empanadas, Tostadas, Chopped Cheese Sandwiches, Soups, and Sides are also an option! Plus, a ton of delicious & refreshing drink options.  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! PPPS: $3 tacos every Tuesday! #tacotuesday Menu >  Catering >  Tito Santana Taqueria is a Sponsor, thank you! HOMESPUN 232 Main Street, Beacon, NY Calabrian Chili Flake, Ligurian Olive Oil, Honey & Maple Syrup from the Hudson Valley, Artisanal Home Cocktail Mixes from Drink More Good, lots to consider, not to mention craft brews from the Hudson Valley and beyond, as well as Ciders from local and far (think Asturias, Basque Country, Brittany, Normandy). All available at Homespun! Enjoy delicious food & a little shopping - a win-win. PS: Have you seen the new HAND-SEWN wine lists? Can you tell that owner Joe is both a poet and a sommelier? OPEN HOURS: Thursday - Monday, 10am - 7pm Order Food > Homespun is a Sponsor, thank you!  HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Get a little taste of the mediterranean at Hudson Shawarma! Catering available - call (914)-705-2676 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: Has Moved!!! To the former Joe's Irish Pub space. 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  Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY The specials at Baja are something you do not want to miss out on! This photo is of blackened salmon with fresh spicy mango salsa served on a lettuce wrap. The specials are always changing so pop in & check it out! 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. We love us some falafel! By itself or in a rice bowl like this one >! Ziatun is a Palestinian-Arabic-Middle Eastern restaurant that has many options - including Vegan & Vegetarian. So many appetizers, soups, salads, mezze, entrees, & flat bread wraps. All prepared with the freshest & most delicious ingredients! Menu >  Order Online >  Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!   BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon Lunar calendars available at Binnacle obviously because Binnacle is the coolest! Stop in & snag one - snag a book you won't want to put down too! New year, new books! Maybe it's your year to start reading more. Binnacle will give you suggestions if you're not sure what book(s) you're into. The best reads are available at Binnacle! Binnacle is *Open daily! Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you!   BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon You need this survival pack! Children's size disposable face masks for quick runs when you've got none clean from the laundry, as well as KN95 masks for adults. Mrs. Meyer's of course, and a fresh vintage style light bulb to display in the front hall. Top it all off with Bazooka! 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 Now Introducing VAVA at Luxe Optique! VAVA is a new brand they just welcomed into their store! VAVA is inspired by Minimalism and Bauhaus movement & designs for a conscious future, a world of high-tech solutions that leverages all the possibilities of technology to make zero waste and environmental consciousness possible! Stop in this week & check out this new collection PS: New arrivals are always arriving at Luxe! Stop in or make an appt! 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 Anyone else looking for a fresh start? Start with your wardrobe! New arrivals for everyone at La Mere! Go on in & see their fresh threads. Our Program Manager, Teslie, snagged the cutest coat from here! See here > New arrivals go quick so don't SLEEP! *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! Registering for Kids and Adult Dance classes at Yanarella just got easier! From registration to payment, visit Yanarella's new website to easily check out their class offerings by age and day of the week. Interested in joining Yanarella?! Classes begin January 3! 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 Antalek & Moore is hiring a full-time receptionist to assist their clients and carry out administrative work. They are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and strong attention to detail. If you are interested in joining our team, reach out! Give Antalek & Moore a call today: 845-831-4300 and visit their website. Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore is a Sponsor. Thank you!   TIN SHINGLE Tin Shingle trains and empowers business owners, makers, artists and staff members in how to get the word out about their business. Be it a non-profit, special project, or even a major call to action, Tin Shingle’s training and community support gets people doing just that - on their own. Tin Shingle puts the power of PR, Social Media, SEO, and design theory directly into the hands of business owners, makers and artists by way of a flexible Media Kit Membership subscription membership program that includes education, training, directories, media research lists and editorial calendars. Find out more about Tin Shingle & how we can help you & your biz! Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                           KATIE JAMES, INC. The new year is here! No better way to start the new year than by giving your website a REFRESH! A specialty of Katie James, Inc. is to design websites that work the way you need them to work. To stand out & pull in your customers! To allow people to purchase from your website, subscribe from your website, browse your website, and more! Ready to make the move? Reach out! You can ever text us your big ideas, and let us run with them. See the latest Website Projects from Katie James: Homespun Foods > Barb’s Butchery > Stanley Lindwasser > 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: 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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