Guess what? Tripadvisor has featured Beacon and many businesses rooted here in Tripadvisor's weekend guide! A Little Beacon Blog was featured as well. Thank you Laura Begley Bloom (who hails from Brooklyn) for interviewing us, and hearing our take on how community is one of Beacon's strongest assets and reasons why people want to move here.

THE RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE
Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin

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Hike to Mount Beacon
Organized by UWC NYC - United World Colleges New York City
Day: Saturday, June 5, 2021
Time: 9:45am - 4:00pm
Location: Mount Beacon Trail, NY-9D & Howland Ave, Beacon, NY
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Wellness Shines on the Green
Day: Saturday, June 5, 2021
Time: 10am - 3pm
Location: Safe Harbors Green, 97 Broadway, Newburgh, NY
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Big Gay Hudson Valley's All-Ages PRIDE Tea Dance
Day: Saturday, June 5, 2021
Time: 1pm - 5pm
Location: Wilklow Orchards, 341 Pancake Hollow Rd, Highland, NY
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Authors in Conversation: Danielle Trussoni and Julie Metz - Outdoor Program
Day: Saturday, June 5, 2021 (Rain Date: June 12, 2021)
Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Location: Newburgh Free Library Plaza
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Viorel Florescu Retrospective 1970 - 2021
at Howland Cultural Center
Day: Saturday, June 5, 2021
Time: 1pm - 9pm
Location: 477 Main Street, Beacon, NY
The Howland Cultural Center is pleased to present RETROSPECTIVE 1970 - 2021, an exhibition featuring powerful and evocative images by two-time Pulitzer Prize winning international photojournalist Viorel Florescu.
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Meadow Winds Community-Wide Yard Sale
Day: Saturday, June 5, 2021, & June 6, 2021
Time: 9am - 4pm
Location: 25 Wesley Ct, Newburgh, NY
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Pride Ride @ The Studio at Beacon Benefiting the Trevor Project
Day: Sunday, June 6, 2021
Location: 301 Main Street, Beacon NY
Time: Two times available: 10am and 10:45am
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Cornwall-On-Hudson RiverFest
Day: Sunday, June 6, 2021
Time: 11am - 6pm
Location: Donahue Park, 99 Shore Rd, Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY 12520
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Student Concert From Piano Adventures
Day: Sunday, June 6, 2021
Time: 1 pm - 5 pm
Location: Piano Adventures Beacon 26 Dutchess Terrace, Beacon, NY 12508
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Blood Drive From Beacon Hebrew Alliance
Day: Sunday, June 6, 2021
Time: 11 am - 5 pm
Location: Lewis Tompkins Hose, 13 South Ave., Beacon NY
Sign up at nybc.org or call 1-800-933-2566
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ARF Supply Restock Fundraiser at Dennings Point Distillery
Day: June 1-15, 2021
Time: Dennings Point hours, or donate online any time!
Location: Dennings Point Distillery, 10 North Chestnut Street, Beacon, NY 12508
Calling all animal lovers! Help @denningspointdistillery collect supplies for ARF Beacon and get 15% off any of their full size bottles. See here for their list of supplies!
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City of Beacon Pride Flag Raising Ceremony at City Hall
Day: Monday, June 7, 2021
Time: 6pm - 6:30pm
Location: City Hall, Beacon NY
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Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!

EAT CHURCH
3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY
Eat Church is BACK! At Industrial Arts Brewing, out on Rte. 52 past the John Deere lot. And they're not alone. Also at the complex facing Mount Beacon is District Social - the full bar with craft beer experience that includes Axe Throwing. Yes, you read that right. Axe Throwing. And billiards and arcade games. Gluten free, juicy chicken, craft beer, scenic-loving people, we know where to find you this weekend.
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Beacon Bread Company
193 Main St.
Fresh bread & pastry options in Beacon are a plenty, thanks in part to Beacon Bread Company 🥐 - it's hard to choose a favorite! Daily, select from Baguettes, Sourdough Loaves & Boules, Harvest Grain Loaves, Pan Aux Cereal Loaves, Brioche Loaves & Rolls, Bagels, Sticky buns, Croissants, Apple Turnovers, Muffins, Vegan Brownies, Seasonal Loaf, Banana Bread Loaf, Chocolate Whoopie Pies, Twinkies + more! Open 7 days a week from 8 am - 5 pm.
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MEYERS OLDE DUTCH
184 Main Street, Beacon, NY
Amazing to finally see food going out to customers eating in Meyers Olde Dutch restaurant again! Indoor dining is back! With a covered patio in the back (look up at the giant ceiling fan), and Parklet. New order-from-table option is available, so you can just point your camera at the QR code at your table, and order your next cocktail or side of dirty fries. Delivery is still available. Keep an eye on MOD's gram for live music nights.
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Tito Santana Taqueria

142 Main St.
NEW ALERT: Crunchwraps now available at Tito Santana Taqueria. 🌮 Fresh & delicious.So many taco options, burrito options, bowl & salad options, quesadillas, empanadas, tostadas, soups - please tag us in your food photos.
PS: Tacos are only $2 on Tuesdays!
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HOMESPUN
232 Main Street, Beacon, NY
Not only is Homespun a place for good food & a wine store (with an online wine subscription option), but they also have a $20 & Under Table! Special bottles like these go quick. You must get it while it lasts... @monteriocellars & @patrickwine ... Piquette & Pinkette 🏴‍☠️ fresh fizzy light and delicious 🏴‍☠️ - Save the bottle(s) at the end & put some flowers in them! Be sure to use the discount codes for orders over $75 and $100 for 10% and 15% off your order respectively. (Look for the discount codes at the top of their website.)
PS: Purchases of 3 or more bottles get a free Homespun tote bag!
OPEN HOURS:
Thursday - Monday, 10 am - 7 pm
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HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL
288 Main Street, Beacon, NY
This deliciousness is from Miz Hatties located inside of HV Food Hall! Miz Hatties is a Southern Style BBQ is famous in Dutchess County for catering, and now dining in or taking out. It is one of the easiest group-ordering home meal if you are entertaining and need comfort food. Neighbors in Beacon were lucky enough to have her fried chicken, pulled pork, mac ‘n cheese, fish ‘n chips, and more. Now, you can too! Even her Sweet Tea is original, with crunchy ice. Experience the mac ‘n cheese melt in your mouth, and savor the fried chicken and sweet yet spicy pulled pork in a bowl or a bun.
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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.
Roosevelt Bar: Cocktail Bar in a well-ventilated space with Outdoor Patio!
Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you!

BAJA 328

328 Main Street, Beacon, NY
It's the weekend! It's hot! & Baja 328 has the most delicious/refreshing drinks you can enjoy with their garage door open for a breeze. Pictured are: the Green Monster, the Sangria Azul, and a blueberry/raspberry margarita. People-watch from your seat on Main Street & order the plantains as a snack. Do check out the specials that are always on the menu!
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W.T.F Beacon
195 Main St.
Did you know you have access to this seafood on Main Street? Yes, it's at W.T.F Beacon waiting for you. Naked Mussels, Curry Coconut Mussels, Tuna Tar Tar, & Scallop Ceviche. Many classic cocktail & house cocktail options pair nicely with any of the seafood options! Fresh & delish. Plates, Burgers, Compliments, and more too! Right next door to Beacon Bread Company. Open on Fridays & Saturdays from 6pm - 10pm (and on Tuesdays for Open Mic Night).
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Ziatun
244 Main St.
Whoa, baby! The falafel platter from Ziatun looks amazing! This is 100% next on our list to try. Hummus, foule, baba ghanouj, falafel, turmips, salad, za'atar. All house-made from family recipes back in Palestine. Also check out their Falafel Burger (it's Vegan!) - falafel patty with pickled turnips, Persian pickles, and creamy tahini on a vegan brioche bun from beacon Bread Company! 🥙
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Two Way Brewing Company
18 West Main St.
Two Way has something new on tap for the weekend... *Drumroll please*...It's their Summer Session IPA! It comes in at 4.5% ABV and is bitter crisp and super refreshing to drink. Just in time for this hot weekend. Plus, we know you'll be hungry, and the kitchen is OPEN! Enjoy upscale pub food from The Flying Jib. Rumor has it, they are killing it with the wings.
OPEN:
Thursday 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday 4:00pm - 10:00pm
Saturday 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Sunday 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Two Way Brewing Company is a Sponsor, thank you!

BINNACLE BOOKS
321 Main Street, Beacon
Binnacle specializes in used and new literature, poetry, literary nonfiction, political history, art, drama, philosophy, graphic novels, and children's books. If there is a particular title you're interested in, let them know. If they don't have it, they are always happy to order it for you! They are also always looking to acquire used books in excellent condition, especially in their core categories.The bookstore is a collaborative endeavor by four partners, who have collectively been writers, editors, musicians, producers, organizers, teachers, filmmakers, and booksellers. If you love books, they welcome you. If you don't, they'll do their best to convince you otherwise. Open Thursday-Monday 12 pm - 6 pm - Closed on Tuesday and Wednesday.Masks are required for all customers entering the store. Their staff will be masked as well.

Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you!

KAIGHT SHOP
512 Main Street, Beacon
Kaights Shop has once again done your shoe shopping for you. Just in time for summer, the artisan-made Pons are back in stock in the shop. Check them out online, but coming in at $85, this sandal is handmade in Spain, using a leather insole that molds to your foot. This is how you keep your step cool yet stylish on the hot streets.
PS: Thursdays are Locals Day at Kaights! Locals get 10% on everything not on sale.
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Kaight Shop is a Sponsor, thank you!

BRETT'S HARDWARE

18 West Main Street, Beacon
Did we overhear our neighbor right? Is it going to be 90 on Sunday? Better get your water game lined up. Thankfully, with more and more people taking the vaccine, more and more outdoor activities with friends are open and available. Prepare the right way for Summer Camp with goggles and all other necessities by shopping at Brett's. He's fully stocked. So many different pairs of goggles and outdoor essentials to keep the kids entertained, safe, and happy all Summer long!
Brett's Hardware is a Sponsor, thank you!

LUXE OPTIQUE
181-183 Main Street, Beacon

Woa. These new frames from Anne Et Valentin at Luxe Optique are insanely amazing. Please try them on! They probably change the light of your eyes.⁠ Imagine with an off-white summer dress or with a grey jumpsuit. They are the must-have accessory that you're missing! Treat yourself as special and unique as you are. Make an appt at Luxe today! : @anneetvalentin⁠
Monday: 10 AM–5 PM
Tues-Sat:10 AM–6 PM
Sunday: Closed
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LA MÉRE CLOTHING AND GOODS
436 Main Street, Beacon
Summer Casual from La Mere is our favorite! There is nothing better than looking good & feeling comfy. La Mere is the destination for boho fashion that features the latest trends in apparel and gifts. High quality at fantastic prices. Open 11-6 and always open online! Need a gift card? They have those too!
PS: Do check out their perfumes.

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Yanarella Dance Studio
312 Main St., Beacon, NY
Angela Van Vlack, owner of Yanarella, is a true Beaconite. She was born at the then Highland Hospital, raised in the Beacon City School District, built a family here, and continues to reside in Beacon to this day. Angela has had a unique opportunity to actively participate in and help shape the flourishing Beacon arts community over the past several decades with her community involvement.

Angela began dancing at the early age of four under the direction of Carol Ann Yanarella Miller. She fell in love from the very first class. Dance quickly blossomed from a passion to a lifestyle. As a child, Angela and her cousins would coordinate and choreograph dance recitals for the neighborhood. Angela was an exceptional acrobat, demonstrating tremendous skill with her ability to perform various high-level tricks including limbers, walkovers, aerials, and back handsprings. She started assisting at the age of 14, teaching at the age of 16 and now has over 40 years of experience as a dance instructor. Teaching has brought immense joy to Angela’s life and she is proud of all of the students she has taught.

Angela is celebrating her 25th year as owner and director of Yanarella School of Dance—an illustrious studio that has been in existence for over 60 years. Angela teaches all levels ranging from Mommy & Me for toddlers to adult classes with students as old as their mid-80s. She teaches all types of dance including but not limited to Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Tumbling, Contemporary, and Hip-Hop. Angela’s diverse Dance resumé is not confined solely to Yanarella. Angela studied Classical Ballet and Modern and served as choreographer for the annual Landphony Swimphony Competition at the College of New Rochelle.

Furthermore, she has studied and collaborated with a long list of dance legends including Luigi, Gus Giordano, Sheila Barker, Ginger Cox, Chio, Anthony LoCascio, Hillary-Marie, Frank Hatchett, Jason Warley, Bob Rizzo, and, one of her greatest influences, Debbi Dee mainly through her involvement with NADAA (the National Association of Dance and Affiliated Arts)—an organization for which Angela currently serves as National Vice President and New York Chapter President. Angela has also taught a preschool program for the Humpty Dumpty Nursery School, has taught throughout the Beacon City School District, and was co-coach of the award-winning Beacon High School Dance team.

Angela also had a professional career outside of the realm of dance. She earned a Baccalaureate of Science degree in Nursing from the College of New Rochelle and is licensed as a registered nurse in New York and Connecticut with a specialty in Neonatal/Pediatrics. She worked in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Danbury Hospital, was a visiting nurse and worked as a substitute nurse in the Beacon City School District before taking a leave of absence to raise her family and focus on the studio.

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ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY
340 Main Street, Beacon

Is Defensive Driving Worth The Investment
To say there are distractions on the road would be an understatement.

"Between texting, GPS, finding the right song on our playlist, and perhaps even a little speeding, it is no surprise there are millions of trips to the ER due to motor vehicle accidents in New York State alone. We know what you’re thinking, “I am a responsible driver and not doing any of those things”, but does that mean you know how to defend yourself from those on the road who are distracted?

As cliche as this may sound, defensive driving courses really do save lives. It doesn’t matter how cautious or responsible YOU are when driving, accidents do happen. Many of the insurance carriers that we work with offer up to a 10% discount on all vehicle liability, PIP (Personal Injury Protection), and collision premiums for up to 3 years off the principal operator. And you may be eligible to reduce up to 4 points off of your driving record.

A good defensive driving course will teach you many tools to drive safely and strategically. Yes, we did just say strategically. When looking at driving from this approach, we are able to clearly show the different defensive driving techniques that are essential to remaining safe on the road.

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TIN SHINGLE
Lena Rizkallah is a friend of Tin Shingle, and a neighbor here in Beacon, NY, where Tin Shingle is based. She advises people on financial planning, and calls herself a recovering attorney. One day, Lena walked into Tin Shingle's co-work space to consider renting it for workshops and single working days. That was the last day I saw Lena before the pandemic covered us all in stay-at-home orders.

The next time I saw Lena was when she walked by me in a Free Palestine march in Newburgh, NY. I was there to cover it as a reporter for my local publication, A Little Beacon Blog. We recognized each other from behind out masks. The march ended at Rep. Sean Maloney's district office in Newburgh, and Lena walked up the stairs to deliver her speech at the planned open mic session that usually accompanies marches in Newburgh and Beacon.

She was there to talk about what Palestine looks and feels like on the other side of the occupation wall, based on her experience as a first generation Palestinian living in America.

Lena gave Tin Shingle permission to publish her speech in full.
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KATIE JAMES, INC.
Pairing great writing, content, and design for an experience that means something to people. From the reporting and design team that produces A Little Beacon Blog, a local online newspaper covering Beacon, NY, as well as the media training team that is behind Tin Shingle, an education and empowerment zone for small businesses, Katie James, Inc. is the uniquely positioned design studio that knows how to align with businesses and artists of all kinds with different needs, to get them the online tools they need to keep selling to their customers and clients.
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