It Was...First Friday Again! And July 4th.... :: Retail Therapy Guide 7/1/2022

Well, hello July 4th! May of you have written in asking: “Where is the protest? Where can I go to express? How do I get a permit for a protest? I can’t stay quiet on this one!” Well friends - you are in luck. The 3rd Annual Chalk Art Protest created and produced by Moraya Seeger DeGeare, MA, LMFT is this Monday, July 4th, at Pete and Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park from 10am-12pm. Did you just see that last name twice? You did. Moraya is a marriage and relationship therapist with BFF Therapy; she’s a relationship and sex columnist for Refinery29; she’s a parent of two young children in the Beacon City School District; and she’s a granddaughter of Pete and Toshi Seeger, the musical and poetic activists who were crucial in the civil rights movement and restoring climate justice to the Hudson Valley. At this chalk-in, she''ll be hosting a session on identity, intersectional identity, and the value in understanding your own identity in your activism work. Read all about it.          THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. 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. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   Registration Open For The Beacon Pool Pool Season: July 2 - September 4, 2022 Location: Settlement Park Information >   Fireworks At Memorial Park Day: Sunday, July 3, 2022 There will be fireworks at Memorial Park at dark. Parking is very limited so please consider walking and biking to the park. Might want to bring a chair or blanket! And bug spray. The best is Beacon-based SallyeAnder No-Bite cream available at Brett's Hardware. July 4th Protest Chalk-In Day: Monday, July 4, 2022 Time: 10am - 12pm Location: Pete & Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park Information > Declaration of Independence Reading Day: Monday, July 4, 2022 Time: 11am Location: City Hall (at the base of Wolcott Avenue and Main Street) Information > First Friday's Raffle: The Aid & Abet Abortion Fundraiser from Berte et all Day: Friday, July 1, 2022 Time: Shop late Location: 500 Main Street Sometimes ALBB gets this newsletter out late on Fridays, usually because we are trying to attach at least one new article to it. Therefore - we've missed the opportunity to tell you about this fundraiser for First Fridays. BUT - we want you to that it happened nonetheless. From a boutique on Main Street, Berte, they were hosting a fundraiser: "SCOTUS overturned Roe v. Wade, a horrible nightmare for birthing people in this Country. Now is the time to branch out to your communities, organize, and take real action towards the right to abortion care. We're teaming up with @shopberte and @wildbowerstudio for a helpful and necessary raffle, by including our "Abort the Supreme Court" merch created in collaboration with @dzandone as a prize. Come to Hyperbole or Berte this First Friday and buy a $10 raffle ticket (or multiple $10 raffle tickets) and your donation will go directly to @abortionfunds. Take a look at what you can win, and come support this incredibly dire cause. Low on cash? Share this post to spread the word!" Information > Office for the Aging Summer Picnic Series Returns with Traditional Picnic 2022 Day: Wednesdays July 6, July 13, July 20, July 27 Time: Begins at 12pm Location: Thomas Boyce Park, 6420 NY 55, Wingdale Proof of residency and advance reservations are both required, and space is limited; walk-ins cannot be accommodated. There is a $8 charge for each non-resident guest and those 59 or younger. Space is limited at each picnic, and residents who wish to reserve their space at the picnic are encouraged to call (866) 486-2555 during office hours. Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     So many of you want to know which restaurants are open on Mondays! So ALBB enhanced our Restaurant Guide to show you. See it here >   EAT CHURCH 3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY Go and get your Phat Thai! Fresh & HOT & GOOD! Guess you gotta just try for yourself TO GO! From Marbled Meat Shop in Cold Spring! You gotta act quick because they are sure to sell out! You can also find Eat Church at: Industrial Arts Brewing Fridays 3pm - 9pm Saturdays 12pm - 9pm Sundays 12pm - 7pm You can also catch Eat Church: Sundays at the Beacon Farmers Market & ToGo at Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. Whoa baby! The Bang Bang Chicken Sandwich special from BBC! A fried chicken cutlet, shredded lettuce, crispy onions, and theirr house-made Bang Bang sauce on a fresh-from-the-oven brioche bun (served with one of our famous pickles). If you missed out on this special, you must follow BBC on IG here > so that you never ever miss out on a special like this again! Open until 10 today and tomorrow. Happy Hour start at 4! TGIF! OPEN: Sunday-Thursday until 7 pm (Closed on Wednesday) Friday + Saturday until 10 pm Happy Hour $7 ‘til 7 pm menu is available every day starting at 4 pm! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY You know that feeling when you're trying to figure out what to get someone as a gift but have no clue... well, no more! Because it's easy.. everyone want's a MOD gift card, obviously! Who would be mad at free food from MOD?! Stop in, get delish food, and snag one of these so you're prepared the next time you're gifting someone. Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Platano Relleno ! (Sweet plantain boat) from El Nica Spot! Includes rice and beans, choice of protein, chimichuri, pico de gallo, avocado, crema & pickle onions! YUM! Stop in the HV Food Hall for this goodness! 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 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  Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Drink specials from Baja! Skinny pina colada, lavender lemonade, & blackberry basil margarita. Sounds so good & so refreshing! Stop in for all the good vibes, good food, and drinks. Sit out on Main St. by the garage doors and people watch (you know it's fun) PS: Different specials every week! You don't wanna miss out. See some examples here > 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. A meal that you can have for breakfast, lunch, or dinner? Yes please! Shakshuka with a poached egg! This hand-crushed, pan-fried tomato dish with garlic and peppers is the perfect anytime meal! Enjoy it with warm pita bread and maybe even a tabouleh salad with some added feta for extra deliciousness! Open for dining in or outside & Take-out and delivery are available. PS: Now also open on Tuesdays till 9pm! Ziatun is the go-to spot for commuters and "late night" eating Beacon-style. Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!     WITCH HAZEL 176 Main Street, Beacon Today is the DAY! Witch Hazel is officially open!!! Not only you can shop 24/7, but you can now shop in-person. This is the most exciting day! Stop in & check out their dry flower bar, perfumes, lipsticks, home goods, clothes, uhh... everything! At Witch Hazel, you’ll find flowers for local delivery around Beacon, plus a selection of botanical-inspired beauty products, gifts and more. Whenever possible, they source what they sell from local growers, small-batch brands and other eco-conscious companies that, you know, respect the planet where we live. CHEERS! You can $hop Witch Hazel's Summer Edit here > Order florals >  Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon Otessa Moshfegh, “Lapvona” from Binnacle Books! “In a village in a medieval fiefdom buffeted by natural disasters, a motherless shepherd boy finds himself the unlikely pivot of a power struggle that puts all manner of faith to a savage test, in a spellbinding novel that represents Ottessa Moshfegh’s most exciting leap yet.” Order this or ANY book you like from Binnacle Books on their website. It will be sourced and found and ready for you to pick up at the shop. Or stop in & browse! So many goodies. Binnacle is *Open daily! Binnacle Books is proud to partner with Beacon Prison Rides and Beacon Prison Action on the Beacon Prison Books Project. Read more about it here > Shop online > Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon Yup, you can ALSO get pet supplies at Bretts! We weren't kidding when we said Bretts has everything! From pet supplies, home goods, and hardware, to kids toys/supplies, cleaning supplies, and so much more in-between. Stop in for everything. Summer has started, it's maybe time to fancy up the lawn. 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 Luxe Optique - where you can find the most beautiful and most fashionable reading, sunglasses, fashion, etc. This fine eyewear shop has so many amazing styles and has professional doctors of optometry on staff to make sure you're getting what you need and what you want! Shop the Luxe Optique Collection > Check out Luxe Optique's Instagram to see the best eyewear collections and how you can style them! PS: Appointments required for exams. HOURS: Monday 10 AM - 5 PM Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM Closed on Sundays Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY You can check out Yanarella's Dance schedule in ALBB's Kids/Adults Classes Guide! Keep up with their offerings so you can sign up on time. Register Online > PS sign up for Yanarella's Summer Camp! > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Summer is finally here! Whether you’re planning a camping trip, heading to the beach, or BBQing with the family, talk to Antalek & Moore about suitable coverage for all of summer's exciting moments. Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore 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. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. Look for it...the new sidewalk sign at Eggert's Free Range Farm at the Beacon and Cold Spring Farmer's Markets! Katie James Inc. is now offering hand-lettering sign services. If interested, do DM. DM Now > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: Part-Time Sales Associated At NFP: New Form Perspective 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. CAMPING Malouf's Mountain EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  HEALTH & WELLNESS > MASSAGE Focus On Massage Therapy HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Jacklyn Faust Interiors HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Bans Off Our Bodies Protests For Abortion Rights, Happening This Week In Corning, NY & Kingston, NY - Happening This Weekend In Kingston, NY & Poughkeepsie, NY

Abortion rights supporters will continue to gather for a “Bans Off Our Bodies” day of action in support of abortion access and reproductive freedom. We won’t go back!

“The events are part of a nationwide response after a leaked Supreme Court draft opinion revealed the court soon plans to overturn Roe v. Wade and eliminate constitutional protections for abortion rights - a move that would likely lead 26 states to swiftly ban abortion.”

When:

Centerway Square, Corning, NY from 8pm-9pm TONIGHT, Monday, June 27

YWCA, Kingston, NY from 6pm-7pm Tuesday, June 28

Academy Green Park, Kingston, NY at 11:00am Saturday, July 2

Corner of Main & Market Streets, Poughkeepsie, NY at 1:00pm Saturday, July 2

#wewontgoback

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Bans Off Our Bodies Protests For Abortion Rights, Happening In Newburgh, NY Tonight

“On Friday, June 24th, in Newburgh, NY, Rhinebeck, NY and nationwide, abortion rights supporters will gather for a “Bans Off Our Bodies” day of action in support of abortion access and reproductive freedom.

The events are part of a nationwide response after a leaked Supreme Court draft opinion revealed the court soon plans to overturn Roe v. Wade and eliminate constitutional protections for abortion rights - a move that would likely lead 26 states to swiftly ban abortion.”

When: Friday June 24th, 2022

Rhinebeck Village, corner of Route 9 and Market St. from 7pm-8:30pm

Downing Park, Newburgh at 7:30pm

Centerway Square, Corning, NY from 8pm-9pm

Dewitt Park, Ithaca, NY from 8pm-9pm

Nassau County Courthouse, Mineola, NY from 6:30pm-7:45pm

Union Square, New York, NY from 8pm-9:30pm

Congress Park, Saratoga, NY from 8pm-9pm

YWCA, Kingston, NY from 6pm-7pm on Tuesday, June 28

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Sunny With A Chance Of... :: Retail Therapy 6/24/2022

Today was looking like a great sunny break from the cold fall days we have been having here in Beacon, and then the Supreme Court had to go an make their decision. Oh wait - which one? The one stripping away women's rights to their bodies? Or the one making it easier to carry a concealed weapon in New York? In better news, registration for the Beacon Pool is open. The City of Beacon announced that they are indeed having fireworks on July 3rd in Memorial Park "at dark." Parking is limited and people are encouraged to walk or roll. The message from Beacon's Recreation Department encourages people to call the Mayor's Office if they would like to make a donation. Historically, individual and outside volunteer groups ran Beacon's fireworks. It was not run by the City. In those times, donations were encouraged and accepted by those volunteer groups to their non-profit entities. This is a notable time in this moment where the City itself is asking for donations. And as a reminder, when Independence Day on July 4th was declared, the Constitution was not written in a way that recognized BIOPIC (Black and Indigenous People Of Color) or White women. Not everyone was free.          THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. 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. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   Registration Open For The Beacon Pool Pool Season: July 2 - September 4, 2022 Location: Settlement Park Information > Rallies For Bans Off Our Bodies Day: Friday, June 24, 2022 Location: Different Locations Go to Downing Park in Newburgh. If you haven’t been to a rally over there yet, go. Said Councilmember Giselle Martinez, City of Newburgh: "I am not only heartbroken and worried but also angry. SCOTUS’ violent decision to overturn Roe v. Wade is a threat to low-income, working class BIPOC communities throughout the nation. Although I know NYS will fight to protect our rights to reproductive healthcare, my heart goes out to the families in other states who do not have the same leadership fighting for their rights. No one is free until we are all free, this fight requires all people from local to federal levels of government to stand up for what is right." Information > Office for the Aging Summer Picnic Series Returns with Traditional Picnic 2022 Day: Wednesday, June 29th, 2022 Time: Begins at 12pm Location: Thomas Boyce Park, 6420 NY 55, Wingdale Proof of residency and advance reservations are both required, and space is limited; walk-ins cannot be accommodated. There is a $8 charge for each non-resident guest and those 59 or younger. Space is limited at each picnic, and residents who wish to reserve their space at the picnic are encouraged to call (866) 486-2555 during office hours. Lyra Music Festival Day: Sunday, June 26, 2022 Time: 11am Location: Beacon Farmers Market, 223 Main St, Beacon, NY 12508 Free event! Information > Lyra Music Presents: The Horszowski Trio (Jesse Mills, violin, Ole Akahoshi, cello, Rieko Aizawa, piano) Day: Wednesday, June 29, 2022 Time: 7pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main st. Beacon, NY Giving performances that are lithe, persuasive (The New York Times), eloquent and enthralling (The Boston Globe), and described as the most compelling American group to come on the scene (The New Yorker), the Horszowski Trio has quickly become a vital force in the international chamber music world. Program: Smetana: Piano Trio in g minor, Op.15 Bernstein: Piano Trio Intermission Mendelssohn: Piano Trio #2 in c minor, Op.66 Information > Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     So many of you want to know which restaurants are open on Mondays! So ALBB enhanced our Restaurant Guide to show you. See it here >   EAT CHURCH 3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY Come and get your noodles, packed up and ready TO GO! From Marbled Meat Shop in Cold Spring! You gotta act quick because they are sure to sell out! Ohhhh some of them are vegan, dairy and gluten free! You can also find Eat Church at: Industrial Arts Brewing Fridays 3pm - 9pm Saturdays 12pm - 9pm Sundays 12pm - 7pm You can also catch Eat Church: Sundays at the Beacon Farmers Market & ToGo at Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. BBC runs out of their bread quick because it's made fresh daily every morning, exclusively using organic King Arthur Flour to ensure superior quality and flavor. In addition, the bakery team focuses on using seasonal, responsibly-sourced ingredients for various breakfast pastries and desserts, including croissants with imported French butter, financiers, canelés, and much more! Oh & their espresso bar holds the same quality standards for specialty coffees - locally-roasted beans, local Hudson Valley Fresh milk, and handcrafted syrups.  OPEN: Sunday-Thursday until 7 pm (Closed on Wednesday) Friday + Saturday until 10 pm Happy Hour $7 ‘til 7 pm menu is available every day starting at 4 pm! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY Hot diggity dog! The hotdog from MOD has us drooling! Look at all of that goodness. Get it plain or add the chili and slaw (100% recommend) Don't forget that you can byob (build your own burger!) Veggie burger, chicken sandwich, and more! Stop into MOD this weekend for a guaranteed gooood lunch or dinner! Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Have you met these “Shmucks” yet? They’re pretty sweet just like their ice cream! Stop by the HV Food Hall and sample their delicious sweets, they will even have some pup cups for your adorable 4 legged friends! 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 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  Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Drink specials from Baja! Skinny pina colada, lavender lemonade, & blackberry basil margarita. Sounds so good & so refreshing! Stop in for all the good vibes, good food, and drinks. Sit out on Main St. by the garage doors and people watch (you know it's fun) PS: Different specials every week! You don't wanna miss out. See some examples here > 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. A plant-powered lunch break or quick dinner at its finest, a falafel wrap with hummus! Pair with a side of za’atar fries with spicy tahini, and you have one happy belly and happy soul! Ziatun is open until 9 for dine-in (outdoor and indoor), take-out and delivery! Check out their website to see the menu  PS: Now also open on Tuesdays till 9pm! Ziatun is the go-to spot for commuters and "late night" eating Beacon-style. Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!     WITCH HAZEL Online Shop based in Beacon, NY! PSA! Witch Hazel is opening the shop! We are so excited and we really can't hide it. We've tried some of their self care goods and when we tell you we're obsessed... Our current go-to right now is the Axiology Vegan Multi-Use Balmie! A 3-in-1 color crayons for eyes, lips, and cheeks. A win-win-WIN! We are loving the watermelon flavor but are excited to try peach next ;) Can't wait to shop in person! Shop the balmie here > You can $hop Witch Hazel's Summer Edit here > Order florals >  Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon You just might find an autographed copy of a book in Binnacle Books because they do buy and find books from people, and sell them to you. The employees have been known to find forgotten notes inside of books, and other discoveries. Order ANY book you like from Binnacle Books on their website. It will be sourced and found and ready for you to pick up at the shop. Binnacle is *Open daily! Binnacle Books is proud to partner with Beacon Prison Rides and Beacon Prison Action on the Beacon Prison Books Project. Read more about it here > Shop online > Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon What's the smell in your bathroom? You just scrubbed the tub, and checked behind the toilet. Oooooh, it's the mildew-y shower curtain liner! You could soak it in bleach to get all that mold off, or your could get a fresh one at Brett's Hardware. Along with an entire curtain rod, and hooks. Because Brett's has everything. 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 Luxe Optique - where you can find the most beautiful and most fashionable reading, sunglasses, fashion, etc. This fine eyewear shop has so many amazing styles and has professional doctors of optometry on staff to make sure you're getting what you need and what you want! Shop the Luxe Optique Collection > Check out Luxe Optique's Instagram to see the best eyewear collections and how you can style them! PS: Appointments required for exams. HOURS: Monday 10 AM - 5 PM Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM Closed on Sundays Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY You can check out Yanarella's Dance schedule in ALBB's Kids/Adults Classes Guide! Keep up with their offerings so you can sign up on time. Register Online > PS sign up for Yanarella's Summer Camp! > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon When it comes to your business, proper insurance coverage will help protect you from losses that may occur during the normal course of operations. Speak with Antalek & Moore about the risks that may be unique to your situation, as they understand that no two businesses are alike. Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore 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. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. Okay, it's time... upgrade your website! Your business is constantly growing and your website should reflect that! Customers are constantly checking in to see whats new and you must show them and tell them. Let us help! Learn About This Service > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: Part-Time Sales Associated At NFP: New Form Perspective 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. CAMPING Malouf's Mountain CHILDBIRTH  >  DOULA Juniper Birth EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  HEALTH & WELLNESS > MASSAGE Focus On Massage Therapy HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Jacklyn Faust Interiors HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Juneteenth!! :: Retail Therapy Guide 6/17/2022

It's Juneteenth on Sunday! Let us remember that this holiday of independence for African Americans living in the USA is a holiday of delay of freedom and decency - delay that processes can create, and that laws can create in plain sight to make people not matter. Juneteenth has been celebrated by the Black community since 2 years after the Civil War ended and the Emancipation Proclamation was signed, abolishing slavery. Enslaved people in Texas were never told about President Abraham Lincoln's executive order declaring enslaved people to be free. Two years later, a Union soldier rode into town to deliver the news. The response from the African American community was jubilation and celebration with music, food and community. Juneteenth is also known as Juneteenth National Independence Day, Emancipation Day, Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, Black Independence Day, and Juneteenth Independence Day, according to Britannica. Despite these words of freedom, the Black community would be kept down by Jim Crow Laws, making it nearly impossible for them to vote, own property, and other basic functions of living in the United States of America. For the first time since 1865 - that's 157 years later - the holiday became a national (paid in some cases) holiday, made possible by President Joe Biden. One hundred and fifty seven years is a lot of delay! Especially evident as many in the white community only learned about Juneteenth in 2020 during the first months of racial re-awakening in our time. Thanks to notifications in the Beacon Free Press and a great roundup at the Chronogram, we are able to share several Juneteenth events that you can participate in. For staying in place, the Highlands Current has been printing a great series on Black history in the Hudson Valley. Do give it a read and a listen to their podcast. The stories told by elders in the Black community here tell of experiences and an at times continued way of life that is not acceptable and rooted in strange comfort. Also a great listen is the reading of essays from the students for the 2022 Martin Luther King Essay Contest at Beacon's City Council Workshop Meeting this week. The ceremony, usually held in February, had been delayed numerous times. Former Councilmember Ali Muhammad suggested hosting it during a Community Segment of the public meeting, so that you can have a chance to hear the kids read their essays on video. Give a listen (it's in the beginning). PS: Speaking of the other Independence Day on July 4th, the Mayor announced during that meeting that July 4th event details if any were supposed to come down that night, but perhaps will come next week. PPS: The Saugerties Town Board voted to cancel a scheduled gun show that was to be held at the Kiwanis Ice Arena, an event organized by David and Cathy Petronis, as reported in the Times Herald-Record. The Saugerties Police Chief Joseph Sinagra released a statement with comments from Petronis and Town Supervisor Fred Costello Jr. citing "recent mass shootings around the country" as the reason for the discomfort. David Patronis was in favor of continuing the show, and lamented the loss of revenue for small business, but it seemed many in the community and law enforcement did not want the event. AND: Happy Fathers Day! Shop and Dine on Main Street!! To your heart's content. Everyone: A GREAT Thank You to our sponsors in the Shopping and Restaurant Guides, and the Business Directory featured below. It is with their support, and reader support, that we produce this publication. Please make a point to give them your patronage. Thank you!          THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. 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. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   Office for the Aging Summer Picnic Series Returns with Traditional Picnic 2022 Day: Wednesdays, June 22, June 29 Time: Begins at 12pm Location: Thomas Boyce Park, 6420 NY 55, Wingdale Proof of residency and advance reservations are both required, and space is limited; walk-ins cannot be accommodated. There is a $8 charge for each non-resident guest and those 59 or younger. Space is limited at each picnic, and residents who wish to reserve their space at the picnic are encouraged to call (866) 486-2555 during office hours. 1st Annual Pride in Beacon Day: Saturday, June 18, 2022 Time: 2pm - 6pm Location: The Yard, Beacon, NY A free family event! A dance party with an epic DJ! Come dance and frolic at this outdoor community event. Good treats, good eats, local vendors- random prizes! Arts and crafts! Information >   Juneteenth The Cookout Day: Sunday, June 19, 2022 Time: 6pm Location: @ The Yard, 4 Hanna Lane, Beacon, NY Tell your friends and bring your aunties- the third annual Juneteenth celebration is happening and you’re all invited to the cookout! Lots of food, games, a community playlist to dance to, tarot readings, and more! This isn’t a protest, just a celebration of black culture and community. In the spirit of community, we encourage y’all to make this cookout a potluck and bring your best dish (suggestion not a requirement). This event is free and for people of all ages. On site parking is limited. Masks are not required in outdoor spaces, however we do ask that you where them when entering indoor facilities on site, and be mindful and respectful of people who choose to wear them. If you are feeling sick or have ANY symptoms, we ask that you sit this one out. Information > Author Imani Perry At Bardavon For Juneteenth For Her Book "South To America" Day: Sunday, June 19, 2022 Time: 5pm Location: Bardavon Presents, Poughkeepsie, NY The author and multi-degree earner Imani Perry will speak on her new book South to America, followed by a Q & A and a book signing in the Bardavon lobby. In her new book South to America, the author seeks to change how people view the American South and, thus, the country’s history as a whole. Her writing and scholarship primarily focuses on the history of Black thought, art, and imagination crafted in response to, and resistance against, the social, political and legal realities of domination in the West. She seeks to understand the processes of retrenchment after moments of social progress, and how freedom dreams are nevertheless sustained. Information > The City of Peekskill Youth Bureau's 11th Annual Juneteenth Celebration Day: Saturday, June 18, 2022 Time: 12pm-5pm Location: Depew Park, Peekskill, NY Reported by the Chronogram: "This year’s event theme is celebrating African American firsts. Honored guests and Grand Marshals of the event are Joan Battle King, the first Black woman to own a licensed childcare facility in Peekskill; Judge Reginald Johnson, the first Black judge in Peekskill; Mayor Vivienne McKenzie, the first Black woman mayor in Peekskill; and the first Black deputy County Executive in Westchester. Freedom Day celebrations will include plenty of music, art, and dancing, with marching bands, jazz, gospel, hip hop, African drums and dance, and spoken word, plus food and craft vendors. " Information > Resistance Revival Chorus At Bardavon In Kingston Day: Saturday, June 18, 2022 Time: 7pm Location: Bardavon Ulster Performing Arts Center in Kingston, NY Reported by the Chronogram: "The group is made up of over 60 women and nonbinary performers highlighting and uplifting their peers voices. Members of the group represent a variety of career paths, including musicians, actors, activists, educators and other creatives. The singers focus on breathing joy and song into the gender equality movement." Information > Q POP Hosts Film Festival & Night Market for Juneteenth Day: Saturday, June 18, 2022 Time: 6:30pm Location: Elmendorf Lot @ the corner of Broadway, Midtown Kingston, NY Reported by the Chronogram: "Queerteenth Film Festival & Night Market. The festival will feature films from Black and Black Queer filmmakers and guest speakers. The theme for this year's film festival is celebrating Black creativity, Black and Queer multiplicity, its place in Queer spaces, and liberation. All filmmakers in the area identifying as artists of the African Diaspora are welcome to enter a film for free. There will be a cash prize for the best film as voted by the audience. All admission to the event is free." Information > Q POP Hosts Block Party For Juneteenth Day: Sunday, June 19, 2022 Time: 6:30pm Reported by the Chronogram: "Q POP celebrations will continue on June 19 at 2pm at Block Park on Abeel Street with a block party, marketplace, and wellness event. The event will have local musicians, grilled food, farmers from the area with local produce, and wellness practitioners offering their healing experiences." Information > The Hudson River Maritime Museum: “Indigenous Removal in the Hudson Valley During the French & Indian War” Day: Wednesday, June 22, 2022 Time: 7pm Location: Virtual Via Zoom The lecture will discuss an attempt by the colonial governments of New York and New Jersey, as well as Sir William Johnson, the British superintendent of Indian affairs, to remove members of Algonquian-speaking Native groups from the wider Hudson Valley region during the Seven Years’ War (1754-63). Information > Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     So many of you want to know which restaurants are open on Mondays! So ALBB enhanced our Restaurant Guide to show you. See it here >   EAT CHURCH 3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY The best part about Eat Church besides that it is absolutely delish is that you can get it at many different places! Find Eat Church At... Industrial Arts Brewing Fridays 3pm - 9pm Saturdays 12pm - 9pm Sundays 12pm - 7pm You can also catch Eat Church: Sundays at the Beacon Farmers Market & ToGo at Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. It's the weekend and all we can think about is sipping on this absolutely summery Watermelon + Mint Margarita all weekend! Join BBC for awesome, new cocktail specials, and obviously for brunch/lunch! Happy Hour is from 4-7 (with $7 food + drinks!) TGIF! OPEN: Sunday-Thursday until 7 pm (Closed on Wednesday) Friday + Saturday until 10 pm Happy Hour $7 ‘til 7 pm menu is available every day starting at 4 pm! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY Weekend plans = Yummy Single Dutch Goodness from MODr! The only thing that can make this better is actually holding one and eating one with friends, family, or even yourself! Guaranteed to fill your belly and your soul. Never ever forget the dirty fries. Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY You want & you NEED the Hummus Plate from Hudson Shawarma. Stop in the HV Food Hall this weekend for all the goods! 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 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  Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Nothing like the calamari from Baja! Especially when you can enjoy it outside by the garage doors/ or inside by the garage doors! Good vibes & good food = Baja! Stop in this weekend & don't forget to try their Spring drink specials! PS: Different specials every week! You don't wanna miss out. See some examples here > 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. Happy Friday! Don’t forget to treat yourself this weekend to something delicious like the Rice Bowl from Ziatun! It is one of our favorites because it includes a little bit of everything- seasoned basmati rice, salad, baba ghanoush, hummus, and beet-pickled turnips. Open today until 9pm, with a few outside tables available! Easy online ordering for pick-up and delivery!  PS: Now also open on Tuesdays till 9pm! Ziatun is the go-to spot for commuters and "late night" eating Beacon-style. Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!     WITCH HAZEL Online Shop based in Beacon, NY! We are obsessing over this new planter from Witch Hazel! This is Vivian, and talk about a classy gal. Vivian is a black and white marbled concrete planter, hand-poured to perfection. She also has handy little rubber feet to protect windowsills and other surfaces. Vivian deserves a place in your home, no? You can $hop Witch Hazel's Summer Edit here > & trust us, you want to! Buy it here > Order florals >  Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon What are you reading this summer? You're gonna need something good to occupy you at the beach, at a picnic, out in the backyard, or in bed! Find a bunch of hidden gems at Binnacle Books! And if you're not sure what to find, or what you're interested in, the crew is more than happy to help! Books bought & books sold! Order ANY book you like from Binnacle Books on their website. It will be sourced and found and ready for you to pick up at the shop. PS: We are ordering Imani Perry's book Vexy Thing: On Gender and Liberation tonight, because you can order any book from Binnacle on their website. Binnacle is *Open daily! Binnacle Books is proud to partner with Beacon Prison Rides and Beacon Prison Action on the Beacon Prison Books Project. Read more about it here > Shop online > Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon The vintage Edison bulbs are so pretty, you can take off your vintage glass coverings from your 1980s ceiling fan to expose them. Yup! Available at Brett's in different shapes and sizes. 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 Wondering if you made the decision to purchase new eyewear from Luxe Optique yet?! You know you wanna! I mean, c'mon, you can wear anything (sweats and pjs) and still look so fab as long as you have  Luxe Optique! Reading, sunglasses, fashion, whatever ya want, just  make the appt and stop in! Check out Luxe Optique's Instagram to see the best eyewear collections and how you can style them! PS: Appointments required for exams. HOURS: Monday 10 AM - 5 PM Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM Closed on Sundays Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY You can check out Yanarella's Dance schedule in ALBB's Kids/Adults Classes Guide! Keep up with their offerings so you can sign up on time. Register Online > PS sign up for Yanarella's Summer Camp! > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Head on over to Antalek & Moore's website to subscribe to their monthly newsletter! Never miss out on the latest company updates, industry news, and more. Antalek & Moore is your one stop shop for all insurance needs! Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore 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. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. Okay, it's time... upgrade your website! Your business is constantly growing and your website should reflect that! Customers are constantly checking in to see whats new and you must show them and tell them. Let us help! Learn About This Service > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: Part-Time Sales Associated At NFP: New Form Perspective 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. CAMPING Malouf's Mountain CHILDBIRTH  >  CLASSES Juniper Birth CHILDBIRTH  >  DOULA Juniper Birth EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  HEALTH & WELLNESS > MASSAGE Focus On Massage Therapy HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Jacklyn Faust Interiors HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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...And It's Second Saturday! | Retail Therapy Guide 6/10/2022

Enjoy the weekend!          THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. 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. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   Office for the Aging Summer Picnic Series Returns with Traditional Picnic 2022 Day: Wednesdays June 15, June 22, June 29 Time: Begins at 12pm Location: Thomas Boyce Park, 6420 NY 55, Wingdale Proof of residency and advance reservations are both required, and space is limited; walk-ins cannot be accommodated. There is a $8 charge for each non-resident guest and those 59 or younger. Space is limited at each picnic, and residents who wish to reserve their space at the picnic are encouraged to call (866) 486-2555 during office hours. Beacon Sloop Club's Strawberry Festival 2022 Day: Sunday June 12 Time: 12pm-5pm Location: Pete & Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park, 2 Flynn Drive, Beacon, NY This favorite local event is free to the public and features two music stages, strawberry shortcake and other treats, educational displays and children's activities, and dozens of food and craft vendors. At the center of the festival is the Strawberry Tent, where fresh made strawberry shortcakes, as well as strawberry smoothies and chocolate-covered strawberries are available for purchase. Along the perimeter of the picnic grounds dozens of craft vendors sell handmade goods and food vendors offer a variety of lunch options. Along with many free children's activities there is an environmental education tent with displays and speakers on subjects concerning the Hudson River, pollution, and other environmental issues. There will also be booths from local civic groups, churches, and non-profit organizations. Beacon's City Wide Yard Sale Day: Saturday, June 11, 2022 Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm Information >   Eat Drink Beacon Day: Saturday, June 11, 2022 Time: 3pm - 7pm Location: Main St., Beacon, NY An exciting day planned full of food, booze, live music, giveaways and shopping!! Snag your tickets for the opportunity to sample over 25 different sweet and savory treats. Sip and shop your way down Main Street while sampling local wine, beer, spirits, cider and some ice coffee treats to caffeinate your day!! Tickets are limited. Information >   Second Saturday Day: Saturday, June 11, 2022 Time: All Day - Early Evening Location: Main St., Beacon, NY Beacon Arts is supporting Second Saturday once again. Looks like the following galleries are officially having something, but do take yourself on for a walk or roll and stop into places who may be having special exhibits: Garage Gallery Beacon, Hudson Beach Glass, Up Stairs Gallery, Fridman Gallery, Bau Gallery, Marialago Studio 502, Marion Royael, Silica Studio845, and R Rogers Studio Information > Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     So many of you want to know which restaurants are open on Mondays! So ALBB enhanced our Restaurant Guide to show you. See it here >   EAT CHURCH 3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY Eat Church = the coolest food truck, ever... delicious food that you wouldn't expect to get from a food truck! You must find out yourself... like these phat thai noodles that you want to have for every meal and everyday...Plus, the view of Mount Beacon from this Food Truck, which is located in the parking lot of Industrial Arts and District Social, is unobstructed beauty. Find Eat Church At... Industrial Arts Brewing Fridays 3pm - 9pm Saturdays 12pm - 9pm Sundays 12pm - 7pm You can also catch Eat Church: Sundays at the Beacon Farmers Market & ToGo at Marbled Meat Shop in Cold Spring Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. Summer weather and and lots of sun means it’s officially SANGRIA SZN and luckily BBC has our back! Always serving up delish foods and refreshing drinks! Check out their website for specials always! And don't forget about Happy Hour that starts at 4 every day! OPEN: Sunday-Thursday until 7 pm (Closed on Wednesday) Friday + Saturday until 10 pm Happy Hour $7 ‘til 7 pm menu is available every day starting at 4 pm! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY Need plans? MOD! It's as simple as that. The patio is open. The burgers are amazing and the cocktails are cold and refreshing! BYOB, ask for a suggestion, always get the dirty fries & while you’re at it, check out the new selection of housemade specialty cocktails today! Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY You want options? The HVFH has options. All of their vendors are privately owned small businesses. The chefs work to bring you the best of their cuisine. Individually they may not have large menus (quality over quantity) but together they have something for everyone. 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 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  Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Go check out the custom Modelo Van now at Baja328 in Beacon! And get your custom tee shirt and enjoy an ice cold Modelo or beverage while supplies last! PS don't forget about the new Spring drinks... Strawberry Mojito & Sparkling Guava Punch! & obviously the delish food! Stop in and enjoy the great vibes. PS: Different specials every week! You don't wanna miss out. See some examples here > 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. Nothing like enjoying one of Ziatun's absolute comfort favorites, mujaddara!! I mean... look at it!!! It is a superfood dish made of brown lentils + rice to give you all the nourishment needed with fiber, protein, vitamin B, and iron! Topped with crispy onions + salad, mujaddara is the best plant-powered meal for any day! Stop by or order online to try if you haven’t yet! We're loving the parklet vibes though! Don't miss out. Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!     WITCH HAZEL Online Shop based in Beacon, NY! Just incase you missed this... WITCH HAZEL is opening up a storefront right on Main St. in Beacon! July couldn't come soon enough. We are beyond excited for this & you will be too! If you haven't checked out Witch Hazel online yet, well, get ready! Witch Hazel "is a modern-day apothecary that taps into the calming beauty of nature... At Witch Hazel, you’ll find flowers for local delivery around Beacon, New York, plus a selection of botanical-inspired beauty products, gifts and more. Whenever possible, we source what we sell from local growers, small-batch brands and other eco-conscious companies that, you know, respect the planet where we live." - We are counting down the days! Shop here > Order florals >  Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon This is true! Binnacle Books has counted... you can find thousands of gems in Binnacle & if you're lucky, like they are, you can find cool notes stuck in-between the pages or even photographs. Stop in! The Binnacle crew is more than happy to help you pick something up for your next pool-day hang. Order ANY book you like from Binnacle Books on their website. It will be sourced and found and ready for you to pick up at the shop. Binnacle is *Open daily! Binnacle Books is proud to partner with Beacon Prison Rides and Beacon Prison Action on the Beacon Prison Books Project. Read more about it here > Shop online > Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon Huge sale! Dee from Brett’s Hardware says this little sample size of paint is all she uses for projects around the house. It’s on sale 50% off now through June 30th. Dee says: “that’s cheaper than at craft stores. I’m going to buy a bunch.” You better get in there. 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 Looking for new eyeglasses, reading glasses, sunglasses? Look no further! Luxe is the place to get them! All of them & you need it. Protect your eyes! It's worth the investment. Plussss, Luxe is seriously the coolest place ever. Not only are they functional but they are all so beautiful and honestly jaw dropping. You'll have to check out how to style them here but you can style them however you want & we're guaranteed they will look so good! Stop in & shop all of their amazing collections. The Luxe team is happy to help you find the best pair for you. You deserve the upgrade! PS: Appointments required for exams. PPS: The Hudson store is opening & appts are now available for Mid-June! >  HOURS: Monday 10 AM - 5 PM Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM Closed on Sundays Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY You can check out Yanarella's Dance schedule in ALBB's Kids/Adults Classes Guide! Keep up with their offerings so you can sign up on time. Register Online > PS sign up for Yanarella's Summer Camp! > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Your one stop shop for all your insurance needs... Antalek & Moore! "We believe it’s the people living and doing business here who make the Hudson Valley such a vibrant place. We also believe in giving back and in the ‘work hard, play hard’ mentality. That’s why the company comes together as a group, outside of work, to volunteer and help with sponsorship opportunities throughout the local community and surrounding towns. We’re always open to share more about our story, and we hope for the opportunity to hear yours. Whether you’re a Hudson Valley local, living in New York State, or doing business across the country, we want to hear from you." Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore 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. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. Need a boost to get you through posting to your Instagram? Need some vision for those Stories? Running out of ideas for new images to post? Never fear, Katie James, Inc. is here! We will serve you with ideas to help your customers engage with and buy from you. Learn About This Service > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: Part-Time Sales Associated At NFP: New Form Perspective 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. CAMPING Malouf's Mountain CHILDBIRTH  >  CLASSES Juniper Birth CHILDBIRTH  >  DOULA Juniper Birth EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  HEALTH & WELLNESS > MASSAGE Focus On Massage Therapy HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Jacklyn Faust Interiors HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Retail Therapy Guide 5/27/2022

Memorial Day Weekend is overshadowed by sales and pool parties. We all need to relax and celebrate new summer wardrobes by supporting the boutiques on Main Street - but we really need to make several moments for the Veterans who sacrificed for us in ways most will never see or experience. Harold Delamater, commander of the VFW Post 666 in Beacon, told the Beacon Free Press: "Memorial Day is important for the community to gather to remembere the ultimate sacrifices made by our Veterans and not to celebrate the 'Memorial Day Sales Event.' Veterans take an oath to protect and serve our great Country from all her enemies whomseover. The oath sometimes means giving one's life to ensure tat freedom." ***** New Job Listing:  Part-Time Sales Associated At NFP: New Form Perspective            THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. 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. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   Memorial Day Commemorated With Ceremonies In Beacon Day: Sunday, May 29th Location: Church of St. John's Catholic Church on Willow Street in Beacon Time: 10:30am Veterans are encouraged to attend in service dress, organized uniform, or the standard black trousers with white shirt accompanied by organizational cover. Day: Monday, May 30th Location: E. Main Street bridge in Beacon Time: 10:00am Commemorating those who lost their life in the Naval Services of the United States. Time: 11:00am Location: 413 Main Street, Veterans Memorial Building Ceremony to show honors in the employment of the Battlefield Cross. I Am Beacon: Let’s Walk For Mental Health Days: Every Sunday in May Time: 5pm Location: Long Dock Park, Beacon, NY May is mental health awareness month! Join I Am Beacon and the community for mental health awareness month! Community walks happening every Sunday in May. Enjoy the fresh air and scenic views.   Field + Supply Spring MRKT Days: Friday, May 27, 2022 - Sunday, May 29, 2022 Time: 10am - 6pm Location: Hutton Brickyards in Kingston, NY Field + Supply’s Spring MRKT will be a weekend-long celebration of the artisanal craft community with soulful live music, local cuisine and beverages, and other special activations. Information > Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     So many of you want to know which restaurants are open on Mondays! So ALBB enhanced our Restaurant Guide to show you. See it here >   EAT CHURCH 3091 U.S. 9, Cold Spring, NY Eat Church !! "...It functions as an arena for creating opportunities to bring eating and drinking experiences to his new community in the Hudson Valley and beyond.  Chef Mark explains that Eat Church is both a noun (place), an eat church; as well as a verb (command), as in eat the church." If you haven't tried Eat Church yet, what're you waiting for?! PS - new summer hours at Industrial Arts Brewing Fridays 3pm - 9pm Saturdays 12pm - 9pm Sundays 12pm - 7pm You can also catch Eat Church: Sundays at the Beacon Farmers Market & ToGo at Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. The roses are blooming just in time for Beacon Bread Company's patio opening! They're open all weekend serving up all the good coffees, French-style pastries, artisan bread, and brunch ALL DAY! And incase you didn't know... Bourbon bread pudding is the best weekend treat > OPEN: Sunday-Thursday until 7 pm (Closed on Wednesday) Friday + Saturday until 10 pm Happy Hour $7 ‘til 7 pm menu is available every day starting at 4 pm! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY Go on in and say hello to the MOD team! They're open & the patio is always open as they serve up fresh made burgers, twice cooked fries and delicious cocktails! Try the BYOB (build your own burger) next time you're in! Check out this one for inspo > Not sure how to build? Our advice... the Double Dutch always. PS: Meyers is looking for a full time bartender to join their wonderful team! Reach out to brian@meyersoldedutch.com if you're interested. Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Oh baby! Stop into Miz Hatties BBQ to get pieces of fried chicken and Mac n cheese. You want dark or white? Do add sweet tea to that. YUM! Located inside the HV Food Hall. Uses Toast for easy tap online ordering! 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 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  Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Baja Tequila Bar & Southwest Grill, is a hot spot! Aside from their delicious southwest cuisine, they offer over 130 top shelf tequilas. They pride ourselves on using only the freshest ingredients available for their cocktails and cuisine. Best part? It's warm out and the garage doors are officially open! Stop in & try their latest drink specials: Strawberry Mojito & Sparkling Guava Punch! 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. Ziatun is open all weekend serving up your favorites like this za’atar bread! A favorite mezze of ours. But so are all of the others ! - the falafel, baba ganoush, kibbeh, feta cheese, Palestinian olives, fire grilled vegetables, hummus, foule, halloumi cheese, labane, sliced cucumber, and more! Order online for pick up and delivery, or stop by to grab a table in the dining room! Outside dining is also available and has a great view of main street! Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!     WITCH HAZEL Online Shop based in Beacon, NY! Back by popular demand! Witch Hazel restocked their fan-fave Lihau Mist, just in time for balmy, balmy days and nights. This soothing facial mist has a calming combo of Hawaiian sandalwood, vetiver, neroli and blue tansy. It helps tighten, tone and hydrate the skin, plus helps fight breakouts and light inflammation. Read more about why you should love this here! >  PS check out this vase and flower combo... it is truly a dream! >  Shop here > Order florals >  Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon Ocean Vuong, “Time is a Mother” available at Binnacle Books! “In this deeply intimate second poetry collection, Ocean Vuong searches for life among the aftershocks of his mother’s death, embodying the paradox of sitting within grief while being determined to survive beyond it. Shifting through memory, and in concert with the themes of his novel ‘On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous’, Vuong contends with personal loss, the meaning of family, and the cost of being the product of an American war in America. At once vivid, brave, and propulsive, Vuong’s poems circle fragmented lives to find both restoration as well as the epicenter of the break.” If you haven't followed Binnacle Books on Instagram yet - do so here! > Keep up with all of the cool things they do & find and get a glimpse into the books being sold! Binnacle is *Open daily! Binnacle Books is proud to partner with Beacon Prison Rides and Beacon Prison Action on the Beacon Prison Books Project. Read more about it here > Shop online > Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon Did your door knob come unscrewed? Brett's Hardware has a long screwdriver for that. And if you don't know what you're doing, but can ask for Bitsy or Shane who are sure to know what you're talking about, and want to help. Watch this video of fixing the knob. 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 Karen customized these fun Anne et Valentin glasses with a pink gradient tint ⁠and WOW amazing! Interested in Luxe Optique's tint options? Ask one of their opticians at your next eyewear consultation. Luxe Optique has amazing styles in all of their brands, stop in & shop all of their collections. The Luxe team is happy to help you find the best pair for you. You deserve it! Check out Luxe Optique's Instagram to see the best eyewear collections and how you can style them! PS: Appointments required for exams. HOURS: Monday 10 AM - 5 PM Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM Closed on Sundays Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY Yanarella Dance is SUPER excited to announce that this years’ recital theme is ... *drum roll please* ‘Dancing Across America’ !!! And for their ballet production *please hold your applause* 'Peter Pan'! WOOO! We can't wait! Register Online > PS sign up for Yanarella's Summer Camp! > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Your one-stop shop for all insurance needs, conveniently located on Main Street! Request a quote from Antalek & Moore! It's easy & the staff is beyond helpful and great. Head on over to Antalek & Moore's website to subscribe to their monthly newsletter! Never miss out on the latest company updates, industry news, and more. Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore 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. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. Looking for someone to magically wake up your Instagram, so that your people know you're alive? But you don't want to lift even one finger to run an Instagram account. That's where Katie James, Inc. comes! Our latest Instagram client, Miz Hattie's, is too busy behind the counter and in front of the grill in order to maintain any sort of pulse in there Instagram. Shie hired Katie James Inc. to be her voice. Take a look. Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: Part-Time Sales Associated At NFP: New Form Perspective 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. CAMPING Malouf's Mountain CHILDBIRTH  >  CLASSES Juniper Birth CHILDBIRTH  >  DOULA Juniper Birth EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  HEALTH & WELLNESS > MASSAGE Focus On Massage Therapy HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Jacklyn Faust Interiors HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Saturday. It's Happening. :: Retail Therapy Guide 5/14/2022

If you're feeling the weird pull between the joyous "It's Spring!" feeling; elevated by BeaconArt's announcement that Second Saturday is officially back; yet torn down the need to attend the pro-abortion "Bans Off Our Bodies" rally in Beacon as part of the national protest against the Supreme Court's intent to overturn Roe v Wade, followed by the murder of American Palestinian journalist Shireen Abu Akleh by Israeli militants, who then beat her pallbearers forcing them to drop her casket, you are not alone. It's been a week, and it's just getting started. See where else rallies are happening in the Hudson Valley, and see you tomorrow.          THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. 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. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   I Am Beacon: Let’s Walk For Mental Health Days: Every Sunday in May Time: 5pm Location: Long Dock Park, Beacon, NY May is mental health awareness month! Join I Am Beacon and the community for mental health awareness month! Community walks happening every Sunday in May. Enjoy the fresh air and scenic views.   Hudson Valley 20th Century Glass & Pottery and Vintage Accessories Show & Sale Days: Friday, May 13, 2022 & Saturday, May 14, 2022 Times: Friday from 5:30pm - 8:30pm & Saturday from 10am - 4pm Location: 413 Main Street, Beacon NY 12508 (Veterans Memorial Bldg.) Show and sale of the Hudson Valley Depression Glass Club -- celebrating our 50th year! All items made in the USA. Free Glass ID & Appraisal. Raffle entry included with $5 admission fee. Refreshments available. We are a group of enthusiasts and collectors preserving our American glass heritage! We meet monthly on the 2nd Saturday at 10am at the Beacon VFW to share knowledge, enjoy fellowship, and share the beauty that this glass imparts. Information > Bans Off Our Bodies March : Beacon Day: Saturday, May 14, 2022 Time: 2pm - 4pm Location: Polhill Park, Main St & South Ave, Beacon, NY 12508 Marches also happening in Kingston and in Hudson! Information > 18th Annual Ree-Play Sale Days: Friday, May 13, 2022, Saturday, May 14, 2022 & Sunday, May 15, 2022 Time: 9am - 2pm Location: 724 Wolcott Ave., 9D, Beacon, NY - Beacon City Pool Entrance The Ree-Play Children's Tag Sale is a fundraising effort from Wee Play Community Project that impacts your life in Beacon. Not only will you score a major deal on some kids gear that can change your children's lives forever (ok, maybe for 5 minutes), but your purchase contributes to equipment for three parks in Beacon (Tot Park at Memorial Park, Green Street Park, and River Front Park) in addition to kids programming at the Howland Library, and other initiatives around the city. Information > School Budget Vote and Election Day: Tuesday, May 17, 2022 Time: 6am - 9pm Location: Beacon High School, Beacon, NY Information >   Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     So many of you want to know which restaurants are open on Mondays! So ALBB enhanced our Restaurant Guide to show you. See it here > TWO WAY BREWING COMPANY 18 West Main St. The best part about Two Way is that either rain or shine, it is always a good time! Raining? Head on in, shoot some pool and drink some good beer. Sunny? Do the same or SIT outside on the patio & grab some beers and bites with friends. 8 beers on tap and food from The Flying Jib including sandwiches, wings and apps. LIVE MUSIC: Saturday, May 14 from 8pm - 10pm - Will Hinck “NerdOnGuitar” plays acoustic covers of a wide variety of music from the 60’s through today.  His performances are a relaxing affair, with a stream of music to enjoy... Sunday, May 15 from 4pm - 6pm - TMcCann Band! An eclectic group of gentleman musicians that know how to light up a stage. PS Don't forget about Trivia on Thursday's! PPS Did you know you can rent Two Way's game room for private events?! Reach out and find out more! See Trivia Schedule here >  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 Take Eat Church with you anywhere you go! Out for a picnic, to work, on the couch while watching your fav TV show, share with friends, etc. Either way, it's going to be GOOD! You can find Eat Church back at the Beacon Farmers Market for the new Spring Season! Visit Eat Church this Sunday, same place, same time. You can also grab-n-go Eat Church goodies from Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring, at Industrial Arts Brewing on Fishkill Avenue/Route 52 (Fridays from 3pm - 9pm & Saturdays from 12pm - 9pm.)  Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. Tis the season for ICED coffee! Especially when you can get a delicious caffeine like this one over at BBC! An iced latte with their homemade salted caramel is just what we need! OH and to make things even better? Pair this coffee with the bacon, egg, + cheese on a fresh-baked croissant and your weekend is complete!  OPEN: Sunday-Thursday until 7 pm (Closed on Wednesday) Friday + Saturday until 10 pm Happy Hour $7 ‘til 7 pm menu is available every day starting at 4 pm! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY With all of the paving, streets being closed and the Dummy light being gone (temporarily!), MOD created the perfect fix! The Dummy Light - a delicious mix of their homemade CitrusAde, Tito's Vodka, Strawberry, Lime and a splash of club Soda. AND, The Black Top Mai Tai which features Appleton Estate Rum, Dry Curacao, Orgeat, Lime, Bitters and is finished with a float of Goslings Dark Rum. Stop in and try two drinks inspired by the week's events! The patio is always open. PS: Meyers is looking for a full time bartender to join their wonderful team! Reach out to brian@meyersoldedutch.com if you're interested. Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Shrimp and Octopus ceviche from El Nica Spot! Located Inside the HV Food Hall! If you haven't tried their food yet... well, need we say more? 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 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  Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Spring has sprung at Baja! Garage doors are officially open! Stop in & try their latest drink specials: Strawberry Mojito & Sparkling Guava Punch! Don't forget about the delish food! Stop in and enjoy the great vibes. PS: Different specials every week! You don't wanna miss out. See some examples here > 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. It's always a beautiful day in Beacon to enjoy a falafel wrap with hummus from Ziatun! Iceberg lettuce, tomato, pickled turnips and tahini, ... add feta AND definitely add a side of the za'atar fries. You can also get a falafel over rice, hummus, or salad. Plenty of vegan and plant-based options available here! Ziatun is open allll weekend with all this goodness and more for you to enjoy. Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!     WITCH HAZEL Online Shop based in Beacon, NY! Let your shirt do the talking. These ultra-soft heather grey tees send a message during spooky season or any time of the year. At their brand Yonder Studios, husband-and-wife team Justin and Julie Nardy screenprint each design with eco-friendly, water-based inks. T-shirts are unisex-sized and feature a 52% cotton, 48% polyester blend. We all need this Witchy Woman t-shirt - especially when it looks this good on! Buy it here > Shop here > Order florals >  Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon If you’re here, you know how much Binnacle Books delights in finding treasures tucked between the pages of old books. But this remarkable artifact—a child’s portrait negative from 1977—is among the most delightful they have encountered! Discovered in a copy of Kawabata’s “Beauty and Sadness,” this artifact is a reminder of the way in which memory is preserved, transferred, altered, found through books, old things; beauty and sadness indeed. If you haven't followed Binnacle Books on Instagram yet - do so here! > Keep up with all of the cool things they do & find and get a glimpse into the books being sold! Binnacle is *Open daily! Binnacle Books is proud to partner with Beacon Prison Rides and Beacon Prison Action on the Beacon Prison Books Project. Read more about it here > Shop online > Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon Chair season is here. Stacking up on fresh chairs is key to plopping down in any park to read a book or watch little kids sports. Fresh neon pool noodles are crucial as well. 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 Check out Vienna in her Eyewear from Luxe Optique's very own collection! They're stunning! Even the doggo loves the new glasses!⁠ But who wouldn't?!?! Luxe Optique has amazing styles in all of their brands, stop in & shop all of their collections. The Luxe team is happy to help you find the best pair for you. You deserve the upgrade! Your old pair of eyeglasses are begging you.  Check out Luxe Optique's Instagram to see the best eyewear collections and how you can style them! PS: Appointments required for exams. HOURS: Monday 10 AM - 5 PM Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM Closed on Sundays Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY Did you hear about the new Adult HipHop class?! It's happening for 1 more month! All experiences and abilities welcome! Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or have always wanted to try something new- this is the class for you! Register on their website or drop-in the day of. Cost is $20 per class or $100 for the full 6 weeks. See you there! Register Online > PS sign up for Yanarella's Summer Camp! > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon April & May showers should make you think about a Personal Umbrella Insurance policy. Avoid paying out of pocket and make sure your coverage is airtight with an umbrella insurance policy from Antalek & Moore. Request a quote from Antalek & Moore! It's easy & the staff is beyond helpful and great. Head on over to Antalek & Moore's website to subscribe to their monthly newsletter! Never miss out on the latest company updates, industry news, and more. Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore 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. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. It's Spring! You know what that means... it's time to update your website & give it a refresh! Just like you do your closet. Your website is your most solid footprint for people to know what you do and how to buy from you. Find out more about Website Design services here > and see some of our latest website designs here: Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Looking for Instagram services? We can help with that too! Follow along our latest Instagram client - A mixed media artist, Cynthia Sparrenberger! >  Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: Farm Stand Associate at Obercreek Farmstand  Details > HIRING: Full Time Receptionist At Antalek & Moore Details >  HIRING: Maintenance & Packaging Manager At Industrial Arts Brewing  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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UPDATED: Bans Off Our Bodies March Happening This Saturday In Beacon, Kingston and In Hudson

Bans Off Our Bodies March-May 14th Hosted by Hudson Valley Strong and IndivisibleUlster

Beacon
Day: Saturday, May 14, 2022
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: Polhill Park, Main St & South Ave, Beacon, NY 12508
More Information >

Kingston
Day: Saturday, May 14, 2022
Time: 11am - 1pm
Location: Academy Green Park, 238 Clinton Ave, Kingston, NY 12501
More information >

Hudson
Day: Saturday, May 14, 2022
Time: 1pm - 2pm
Location: Planned Parenthood Health Center, 804 Columbia St, Hudson, NY 12534

Carmel
Day: Sunday, May 15, 2022
Time: 1pm
Location: Putnam County Courthouse, 40 Gleneida Avenue, Carmel, NY

From Womens March -

“On May 2nd, we learned from a leaked draft opinion that SCOTUS is poised to overturn Roe v. Wade, stripping the constitutional right to abortion in spite of fifty years of precedent.

“The Supreme Court is making their official decision on abortion rights in June. Once that happens, 26 states could move quickly to ban abortion, meaning millions of people could live without local access to abortion care.

“Roe has always been the floor, not the ceiling. Many Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and other people of color experience barriers to accessing abortions. The people in your community and across the country deserve the power and freedom to make their own personal reproductive health care decisions.

“We have to act NOW, all across the country. Together we will send a strong message that we're not backing down. Supporting abortion access must be protected and defended.”

Hip Hop, Beauty, Parking | Retail Therapy Guide 4/29/2022

Welcome back to the weekend Beacon! Despite the bright orange signs, you are free to park on Main Street this weekend in between the milling phase, and the paving phase. Though watch out for the road, as it is all scratched up and has exposed personhole covers from the milling. Bad for tires. But DO go into shops! They need you, as shopping has been low during this week, say some shop owners, as drivers avoided Main Street. All in all, the enormous project has been going well. Though Beacon's historic Dummy Light was hit and knocked to the ground by a City vehicle. Many Beaconites were not happy about it. The light is in the process of being restored by the City, but people kept their feelings about it. Read all about it here. For those sports fans of little kid teams, now is your chance to really jump in by volunteering to help out as a coach on the Beacon Junior Baseball team. This co-ed league saw a surge in signups from t-ball to regular ball, and is looking for extra help for their 11 and 12 age-group teams. You don't need to know how to play baseball to participate! That's the fun of it. Sometimes just you being there in the field helps the practice move along. You will be supported by Beacon Junior Baseball leaders who will guide you in what to do. Email beaconjrbaseball@yahoo.com. And registration is still open!            THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. 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. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   Into The Woods Day: Friday, April 29, 2022 Time: 7:30pm Location: Beacon High School, 101 Matteawan Road, Beacon, NY Information > Beacon's Community Quarterly On Community Safety Day: Saturday, April 30, 2022 Time: 10am Location: Tompkins Hose Beacon's City Council is hosting their first interactive Community Quarterly, this time focused on Community Safety. Says Councilmember Justice McCray in their Instagram: "What does safety mean to you? Beacon City Council is hosting its first Community Quarterly Public Forum to hear directly from you! Organizations and individuals have already signed up to share their proposals, and now you can join us this Saturday (4/30) at 10am to hear from your neighbors and participate firsthand in local government! I hope to see you tomorrow!" Information > The Father Who Stayed: A Concert Event Day: Saturday, April 30, 2022 Time: 8pm (doors open at 7:30) Location: Howland Cultural Center, Beacon, NY $20 in advance or $25 at the door Proof of vaccination is mandatory “The Father Who Stayed” is a poignant, aching, and ethereal evening of song performed, with the help several brilliant musicians, by songwriter Jeremy Schonfeld and a host of talented Beaconites. It’s “Our Town” meets “Spoon River Anthology” set to song, where stories of lives lived and tales ghosts tell when given a microphone and a moment are shared for all to hear.   The Beacon Record & CD Fest Day: Saturday, April 30, 2022 Time: 9am - 5pm Location: VFW - 413 Main Street, Beacon, NY The Beacon Record & CD Fest returns to the VFW! 20+ great vendors from the Tri-State area and beyond - 30 tables with vinyl LP's, 45's, CD's, DVD's, cassettes, concert posters, music magazines and books! Vendors bringing the best of psych, punk, hardcore, metal, power pop, prog, garage, funk, soul, jazz, reggae, world, blues, folk, country, bluegrass, rockabilly, hot rod, surf, lounge, electronic, industrial, goth and new wave!!! Records from the 50's to the present! AND...a DJ spinning the best of 60's & 70's soul, mod, punk, power pop, rock 'n' roll, garage, weird, ambient stuff! Information >   Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     So many of you want to know which restaurants are open on Mondays! So ALBB enhanced our Restaurant Guide to show you. See it here > TWO WAY BREWING COMPANY 18 West Main St. Nothing like spending some time at Two Way's patio! Good vibes, good food, and really good drinks! Plus, live music! What's better than that?! Catch Don Lowe tonight from 8pm - 10pm - He plays a wide-range of Americana covers that span the decades, along with his own originals. Or you can catch Dan Strauss tomorrow night from 8pm - 10pm - a favorite NYC and Hudson Valley singer-songwriter with an intimate vocal style. OR catch both! PS Don't forget about Trivia on Thursday's! PPS Did you know you can rent Two Way's game room for private events?! Reach out and find out more! See Trivia Schedule here >  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 Everybody wants some! Beef bao bun from Eat Church! You don't wanna miss out! Fresh goods made with high quality fresh ingredients always. You can grab-n-go Eat Church goodies from Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring and at the Beacon Pantry in Beacon! OR, because it's the weekend and you deserve to treat yo'self, find Eat Church at Industrial Arts Brewing on Fishkill Avenue/Route 52! Fridays from 3pm - 9pm & Saturdays from 12pm - 9pm. Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. Another reason we love this time of year so much! Flower Power (lavender + rose vanilla) SHAKEN espressos are back at BBC for the spring!! And it pairs perfectly with their *NEW* house espresso Hologram! BBC partners with a roaster focused on sustainability, within their company and as a collaborative effort with their partners. How exciting! Get your hands on one of these! OPEN: Sunday-Thursday until 7 pm (Closed on Wednesday) Friday + Saturday until 10 pm Happy Hour $7 ‘til 7 pm menu is available every day starting at 4 pm! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY We loveeeee patio season at MOD! Fresh food, local ingredients, and good vibes! Their latest menu offers a full-service bar with a large selection of NY craft beer, locally produced wine and house-crafted cocktails. In addition to beef 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. Stop in! SO GOOD! PS: Meyers is looking for a full time bartender to join their wonderful team! Reach out to brian@meyersoldedutch.com if you're interested. Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Roosevelt Bar is open including the back patio! Enjoy a fresh & delicious drink! Located Inside the HV Food Hall! 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 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  Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Warmer weather means refreshing drinks at Baja! Pictured are their three featured drinks: the Green Monster, the Sangria Azul, and a blueberry/raspberry margarita! Don't forget about the delish food! Stop in and enjoy the great vibes especially now that the garage doors are open! Eat good food, drink good drinks. PS: Different specials every week! You don't wanna miss out. See some examples here > 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. The most delicious plant-based lunch! A drool-worthy Falafel Burger from Ziatun! Handmade falafel on a vegan brioche bun loaded up with hummus, tahini, pickles, turnips, lettuce, and tomato + served with a side of their (almost famous) za’atar fries with spicy tahini goodness. Ziatün is proud to serve homemade planet-based, nutrient-rich dishes with colorful and fresh ingredients every day! Open all weekend for lunch and dinner! Stop in! Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!     WITCH HAZEL Online Shop based in Beacon, NY! Beacon's online-boutique, Witch Hazel carries Riddle's roll-on oils with super-unique scents. And, they are also vegan, cruelty-free and hypoallergenic. The oil has a concentrated formula (without carrier oils, water or alcohol) meaning a little goes a long way! Choose your favorite scent from… Original: A clean, subtle scent with simple ingredients of amber and musk; ideal for people who don’t normally wear perfume, Original is a slow-release fragrance that gradually intensifies with body heat Santal: A spicy, woodsy fragrance with notes of cardamom, amber, sandalwood, orchid and cassis Muse: A sweetly floral fragrance highlighting coconut, peony, magnolia, bergamot, sandalwood and amber Voyeur: A warm, soft scent blending vanilla, sandalwood and amber notes All of the choices are correct choices. Shop online now for yours! Everyone will be asking why you smell so good! Shop here > Order florals >  Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon April 30th is national independent book store day & we're happily celebrating Binnacle Books! Binnacle specializes in used and new literature, poetry, literary nonfiction, political history, art, drama, philosophy, graphic novels, and children's books. So much to regard and to remark upon, so many ways to be enthralled! Is there a particular title you're interested in? Let them know. If they don't have it, they'd be happy to order it for you. They're also always looking to acquire used books in excellent condition, especially in their core categories. Binnacle is *Open daily! Binnacle Books is proud to partner with Beacon Prison Rides and Beacon Prison Action on the Beacon Prison Books Project. Read more about it here > Shop online > Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon Chair season is here. Stacking up on fresh chairs is key to plopping down in any park to read a book or watch little kids sports. Fresh neon pool noodles are crucial as well. 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 Have you snagged your best new eyewear for the season yet?! You know you wanna... especially when it's from Luxe! World-renowned eyewear selections curated for your ultimate eyewear experience.  Check out Luxe Optique's Instagram to see the best eyewear collections and how you can style them! PS: Appointments required for exams. HOURS: Monday 10 AM - 5 PM Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM Closed on Sundays Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY Adult HipHop JUST started this Thursday 4/28 at 7:30pm and will be happening for 6 weeks! All experiences and abilities welcome! Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or have always wanted to try something new- this is the class for you! Pre-Register on their website or drop-in the day of. Cost is $20 per class or $100 for the full 6 weeks. See you there! Register Online > Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! Final Beacon Youth Football Registration Day: Friday, April 29, 2022 Time: 6pm Location: VR Way Football Field, Memorial Park Friday night is another night of Open Registration and practice for Beacon Youth Football. Bring cleats or sneakers for practice and we are taking cash or check for registration. Payments can be made out to “Beacon Youth Football” and we will also be having t-shirt order forms as well so you can grab yourself some sweet merch. Information > ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Request a quote from Antalek & Moore! It's easy & the staff is beyond helpful and great. Head on over to Antalek & Moore's website to subscribe to their monthly newsletter! Never miss out on the latest company updates, industry news, and more. Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore 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. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. It's Spring! You know what that means... it's time to update your website & give it a refresh! Just like you do your closet. Your website is your most solid footprint for people to know what you do and how to buy from you. Find out more about Website Design services here > and see some of our latest website designs here: Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Looking for Instagram services? We can help with that too! Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: Farm Stand Associate at Obercreek Farmstand  Details > HIRING: Full Time Receptionist At Antalek & Moore Details >  HIRING: Maintenance & Packaging Manager At Industrial Arts Brewing  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. CAMPING Malouf's Mountain CHILDBIRTH  >  CLASSES Juniper Birth CHILDBIRTH  >  DOULA Juniper Birth EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  HEALTH & WELLNESS > MASSAGE Focus On Massage Therapy HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Jacklyn Faust Interiors HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Earth Day All Weekend...Retail Therapy Guide 4/22/2022

It's Earth Day! And such a big weekend in Beacon to celebrate. See below for a list of things to do, with a few Save The Dates in-between for mid-week opportunities. After a long wait, Main Street is getting paved. From the west end of Main Street at 9D, all the way to Herbert Street. It will be smelly. It will be gritty. It will not be at all like fresh flowers in the middle of this spring bloom on Earth Day. But doing it now is so worth it. And with a short-ish milling and paving cycle! Read all about how parking and street closures will work here. Before you do anything else, make sure you subscribe to two climate related resources that are very easy to follow, act on and get excited about: Green Beacon Coalition's Instagram: A community group/coalition of residents and organizations who are fostering sustainability, conservation, and environmental initiatives in our beloved City of Beacon. Green Beacon's Instagram account often posts great events, and in their IG Stories, shares very deep climate news. Follow Them Here > Climate Smart Beacon's Newsletter: This is a must-read newsletter that comes out every so often, and is loaded with information that the Climate Smart Beacon Team has been working on for Beacon. You may not realize it, but the City has some eagle-eyes on Beacon's efforts to participate as a responsible climate city. Sign Up Here >                                       The First Annual Chicken Run 5k Fun-Run Day: April 23, 2022 Time: Registration/check in: 7:30am - 9:00am Run commencing at 9:30am 11:00am Live reading Location: Sharpe Reservation in Fishkill Chickens with Attitude is hosting the first annual Chicken Run to fund the publication of the children's book "Jolene the Disability Awareness Chicken".   Our premier sponsor is Your CBD Store, Wappingers. Other sponsors include the Hudson Valley Renegades, Mid Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, IHeart Radio and more! 20% of net proceeds will be donated to The Foundation for Beacon Schools. A live reading of "Jolene, the Disability Awareness Chicken" given by voiceover artist Laura Basili. Music! Live Chickens! Awards! Prizes for best costume! Information > See more upcoming races and keep an eye on this page as it continues to be updated when we find out more information! >            THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. 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. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin City Of Beacon Earth Day Community Cleanup Day: Saturday, April 23, 2022 Time: 9am - 12pm Location: Several Locations. You pick! Put your own clean-up clothes on, which would include boots that can get dirty, long pants and sleeves. Trash bags might be provided, but BYOTB (Bring Your Own Trash Bag) just in case. Teller Woods + Madam Brett Homestead: meet at Madam Brett House Rocky Glen/Future Fishkill Creek Greenway Trail: meet at 18 Front St. (Lofts at Beacon) Fishkill Creek future trail: meet at Roundhouse Park, Main and Herbert St. Rt. 9d from I-84 to City Hall: meet at golf course parking lot J.V. Forrestal Elementary School woods: meet in the school parking lot Sargent School: meet at school playground Information > Clothing + Gear Purge From Wee Play Community Project Day: Tuesdays & Fridays 9am-12pm Wednesdays & Saturdays 1pm-4pm Location: Settlement Camp, 724 Wolcott The Purge has started. This is one of the biggest fundraising efforts for the Wee Play Community Project, and the biggest opportunity for you to donate used clothes or gear (maternity clothing as well), and to buy the same for low prices. The Wee Play Project is currently accepting donations. Please have it clean, washed, and bagged. Information > Sustainability and Green Energy Fair Day: Sunday Time: 12pm-6pm Location: Industrial Arts Brewing & Hudson Valley Brewery, with Electric Shuttle In Between As reported by City Councilmember George Mansfield during his Report section of this week's City Council Meeting, Hudson Valley Brewery, Sustainable Hudson Valley, Industrial Arts Brewery, and Hudson Valley Green Drinks are joining forces this Earth Day weekend for a celebration of sustainability and green energy. Both Industrial Arts and Hudson Valley Brewery will be hosting regional vendors in solar and geothermal energy, energy efficiency, electric vehicles, green real estate, community composting and recycling. You can hit both breweries with a free electric vehicle shuttle between locations sponsored by Healey Brothers. You can also test drive an electric bike from Pedego Bikes from both breweries! A portion of sales during the event will go to benefit Sustainable Hudson Valley. Plus there will be lots of up-cycled giveaways for your outdoor projects! PS: Eat at the food truck Eat Church while at Industrial Arts! Information >   Green Ossining’s 10th Annual Earth Day Festival Day: Saturday, April 23, 2022 Time: 10am - 5pm Location: Louis B. Engel Waterfront Park ”While our Festival is ‘Rain or Shine,’ should a COVID-related issues require postponement, please Save-The-Date for Saturday, June 4th. We will communicate any postponement plan by Saturday, April 9th.” Information >   Public Narcan and Stop The Bleed Training: Presented on behalf of the VFW Pvt Wm. Wilson Post 666 By The Beacon Volunteer Ambulance Corps Day: April 23, 2022 Time: 1:30pm Location: 413 Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 Please RSVP by April 20th to dcortes@beaconvac.org. Free Narcan will be handed to the first 50 persons who sign up and complete the class. The class is 40 mins and certificates will be handed to those who complete the Stop the Bleed Training. A training inspired by mass shootings in schools, churches, community events and bombings. Training is targeted to the general public on how to get involved while maintaining safety and saving lives. Skills could also be used in everyday accidents. Age group: mature. “This is such a good class! The Stop the Bleed is one I have taken before.” - Katie, Owner ALBB Hudson Valley Mac and Cheese Festival Day: Saturday, April 23, 2022 & Sunday, April 24, 2022 Time: 11:00am-5:00 pm Location:  Brotherhood Winery, 100 Brotherhood Plaza Dr., Washingtonville, NY 10992 Get ready for the 6th year of slingin' the BEST mac and cheese the Hudson Valley has to offer! Picture it: the amazing views at the famous Brotherhood Winery as the back drop to the largest selection of mac and cheese vendors in the Hudson Valley! Come spend the weekend with great chefs from leading restaurants and food trucks and their BEST mac and cheese creations presented in more than a dozen ways! Fine foods... savory foods... delectable foods surrounded by the wonderful shopping experience of the wine village; bringing you award winning wine since 1839 and counting!! More Information >   Celebrating 100 Years of Jewish Culture in Beacon Exhibition Days: April 23, 28, 30, 2022 Times: Thursdays 10-12pm and Saturdays 12-4pm and by appointment Location: 61 Leonard Street, Beacon, NY Free. Accessible. Masks required. Some artifacts have been contributed by local Beaconites, including the photographer and building owner, Frank Ritter. Information >   History of the Picture Postcard through the Lens of Beacon - Lecture and Guest Panelists Day: Tuesday, April 26, 2022 Time: 7:00pm to 8:30pm Location: 51 Leonard Street (St. Joachim's School Hall) Free. Accessible. Masks required. Information > Blood Drive Day: Wednesday, April 27, 2022 Time: 11:30am - 4:30am Location: Beacon Recreation, 23 West Center St., Beacon, NY Information >   Towne Crier to host a Concert for Ukraine Day: Thursday, April 28, 2022 Time: 7pm Location: Towne Crier Cafe, Beacon, NY Music and guest speakers! Proceeds will go to support military hospitals and civilians in Ukraine as well as displaced children. Ukrainian National Women’s League of America (UNWLA) Information >    Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     So many of you want to know which restaurants are open on Mondays! So ALBB enhanced our Restaurant Guide to show you. See it here > TWO WAY BREWING COMPANY 18 West Main St. Catch some funk, soul, R&B and some rock with live looping from Andrew Jordan tonight at 7:30 pm. Join Two Way for live music every weekend! Good beers, good people, a real good time!  PS Don't forget about Trivia on Thursday's! PPS Did you know you can rent Two Way's game room for private events?! Reach out and find out more! See Trivia Schedule here >  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 The Dumpling Pop Up from Eat Church keeps popping up because they're too delicious and they keep selling out! In case you haven't heard, Eat Church Pop ups go quick! They're fresh & they're delicious. Follow them on IG so you never miss out on special deliciousness again! You can grab-n-go Eat Church goodies from Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring and at the Beacon Pantry in Beacon! OR, because it's the weekend and you deserve to treat yo'self, find Eat Church at Industrial Arts Brewing on Fishkill Avenue/Route 52! Fridays from 3pm - 9pm & Saturdays from 12pm - 9pm. Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. Since 2014, BBC has been proudly serving the wonderful community of Beacon, N.Y., freshly baked bread and home-cooked meals from scratch. They continue to offer a variety of bread loaves and pastries made daily! Their cafe includes quick-order seating and an espresso bar. Adjacent to the cafe, their full-service restaurant and bar serve breakfast, lunch, coffees, and libations all day! The place to be this weekend! OPEN: Sunday-Thursday until 7 pm (Closed on Wednesday) Friday + Saturday until 10 pm Happy Hour $7 ‘til 7 pm menu is available every day starting at 4 pm! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY MOD uses only the finest ingredients including local food purveyors such as beef from the Hudson Valley, cheese from NY state and produce from local farmers – together with their family micro farm in Hyde Park.  Their full-service bar features a large selection of NY craft beer, locally produced wine and house-crafted cocktails. In addition to beef 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. Stop in! SO GOOD! PS: Meyers is looking for a full time bartender to join their wonderful team! Reach out to brian@meyersoldedutch.com if you're interested. Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Fresh panna cotta from Ciao Chow looks dreamy! Located Inside the HV Food Hall! 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 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  Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Warmer weather means refreshing drinks at Baja! Plus, Tacos for breakfast. Tacos for lunch. Tacos for dinner. When they're from Baja, we want the tacos allll the time. stop in and enjoy the great vibes especially now that the garage doors are open! Eat good food, drink good drinks. PS: Different specials every week! You don't wanna miss out. See some examples here > 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. Tasting a fresh batch of falafel while wrapped up in an authentic Palestinian keffiyeh is the best way to start the weekend! So many delicious traditional Middle Eastern mezzes and KEFFIYEHS available at Ziatun! Stop in this weekend! And if you do, you must get the Za'atar fries > We talk about them all the time because they truly are dreamy! If you haven't tried them yet, we swear you're missing out! Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!     WITCH HAZEL Online Shop based in Beacon, NY! Jazz up your home for the Spring/Summer with these terrarium eggs from Witch Hazel! Made in France, feature preserved flowers inside glass... basically like the Flower Person's version of a ship in a bottle! Each one is handmade and therefore slightly unique, and the preserved flowers can last for years without maintenance. A win-win! You can also check out this antique flower print if that's more your thing - the print goes back as far as 1836, and they're from London and Zurich.  Shop here > Order florals >  Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon John Ashton, “Dracula” from Binnacle Books. A very strange and mysterious book, not for the faint of heart. Curious? GO on  and get it. From a very accurate review seemingly written in the style of the book itself: “This book is a brut. It is brutal to read and brutal on the mind. It reads like a medieval transcript of some divine transference or something. It feels both holy and demonic at the same time. It breathes its own life into you while you are reading it. It has no limits in the scope of its awareness. It is difficult to read. This book is a brut to read and a brut on the soul. This book is difficult to read and difficult on the soul. Read this book and be reborn in the light.” Stop in, pick up your next read, and don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone! Binnacle is *Open daily! Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon The season for fleas and ticks have started. Brett's - as usual - has you! Frontline for dogs and cats. And if you need Poo-Pourri, they have that too. 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  Check out this power couple who just scored fabulous eyewear from luxe! Talk about Power Couple Goals! Ralph & Karen are showing off their BRAND NEW eyewear and we would too if they looked this good! Ralph is wearing a Masunaga Frame & Karen is wearing a Theo Frame tailored perfectly to them! ⁠ Is your eyewear loose or sliding? Stop in for an adjustment! Check out Luxe Optique's Instagram to see the best eyewear collections and how you can style them! PS: Appts required for exams. HOURS: Monday 10 AM - 5 PM Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM Closed on Sundays Shop Online > Luxe Optique is a Sponsor, thank you! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY Tumbling (Acrobatics) is a style of dance that combines classical dance technique with precision acrobatic elements. It is defined by its athletic character, its unique choreography, which seamlessly blends dance and acrobatics, and its use of acrobatics in a dance context. Students will study and train in all forms of tumbling, and will work on flexibility, endurance, and strength. Students work on the basic skills such as forward rolls and cartwheels and progress to highly skilled acro. tricks such as back handsprings and tucks, according to each individual’s strength and ability. Sign up today! Check out all of Yanarella's different classes to find the one that best suits you or your child! Options for everyone. Visit Yanarella Dance online. Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Request a quote from Antalek & Moore! It's easy & the staff is beyond helpful and great. Head on over to Antalek & Moore's website to subscribe to their monthly newsletter! Never miss out on the latest company updates, industry news, and more. Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore 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. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                             KATIE JAMES, INC. It's Spring! You know what that means... it's time to update your website & give it a refresh! Just like you do your closet. Your website is your most solid footprint for people to know what you do and how to buy from you. Find out more about Website Design services here > and see some of our latest website designs here: Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Looking for Instagram services? We can help with that too! Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: Farm Stand Associate at Obercreek Farmstand  Details > HIRING: Full Time Receptionist At Antalek & Moore Details >  HIRING: Maintenance & Packaging Manager At Industrial Arts Brewing  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. CAMPING Malouf's Mountain CHILDBIRTH  >  CLASSES Juniper Birth CHILDBIRTH  >  DOULA Juniper Birth EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  HEALTH & WELLNESS > MASSAGE Focus On Massage Therapy HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Jacklyn Faust Interiors HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Blink, And Beacon Is In Bloom! ... Retail Therapy Guide 4/15/2022

Blink, and Beacon is in bloom! The time to enjoy Main Street in bloom starts now, with the first set of trees blooming now, and other kinds of trees growing heavy with buds, to bloom soon. ALBB took a walk down Main street for you to check on the blossoms on some of our favorite Main Street trees. Blink again, and you might miss the several million dollar reallocating of federal American Recovery Plan (ARP) funds Dutchess County wanted to use to renovate Dutchess Stadium, and instead pledged to invest in housing during this housing crisis after national and local push-back. Dutchess County also announced that $3.1 million would be invested in an Emergency Housing facility with wrap-around services. Summer Camp Guide is up & constantly being updated! Plan early! If you run a Summer Camp and want to add more details and photos, consider upgrading to a sponsored listing so that we can show those lovely photos and gush about the themed weeks you have planned! Learn more here >   THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. 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. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     So many of you want to know which restaurants are open on Mondays! So ALBB enhanced our Restaurant Guide to show you. See it here > TWO WAY BREWING COMPANY 18 West Main St. Warmer weather means beers on the patio at Two Way! Patio in the day & live music at  night! Catch Brother Jax (Folk-soul music with heart) at Two Way Brewing tonight from 7:30pm-9:30pm. You can also catch Patrick Collins tomorrow night from 9:00pm-11:00pm - a guitar player and songwriter based in the Hudson Valley of New York. PS Don't forget about Trivia on Thursday's! PPS Did you know you can rent Two Way's game room for private events?! Reach out and find out more! See Trivia Schedule here >  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 The Dumpling Pop Up from Eat Church keeps popping up because they're too delicious and they keep selling out! In case you haven't heard, Eat Church Pop ups go quick! They're fresh & they're delicious. Follow them on IG so you never miss out on special deliciousness again! You can grab-n-go Eat Church goodies from Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring and at the Beacon Pantry in Beacon! OR, because it's the weekend and you deserve to treat yo'self, find Eat Church at Industrial Arts Brewing on Fishkill Avenue/Route 52! Fridays from 3pm - 9pm & Saturdays from 12pm - 9pm. Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. Start your weekend off the best way! French toast made from BBC's brioche bread slathered with butter + warm, house-made syrup! Brunch is served all day! No reservations are necessary! Check out their website for all the details and specials- like the DISCO lemonade pictured here! OPEN: Sunday-Thursday until 7 pm (Closed on Wednesday) Friday + Saturday until 10 pm Happy Hour $7 ‘til 7 pm menu is available every day starting at 4 pm! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY Want something real good for lunch of dinner? MOD Need a midday pick-me-up? MOD Want something to cheer you up MOD ALWAYS MOD Drop by Meyers Olde Dutch this weeken for some burgers, fries, beers and smiles!!! The patio is definitely open and they bring the food, beer and fun to you! Pick up is also available. PPS: Meyers is looking for a full time bartender to join their wonderful team! Reach out to brian@meyersoldedutch.com if you're interested. Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Why make dinner when you can grab some of the best Nicaraguan Food from El Nica located  Inside the HV Food Hall?! Exactly.... 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 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  Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Tacos for breakfast. Tacos for lunch. Tacos for dinner. When they're this good, we want it all the time! Baja prides themselves on using only the freshest ingredients available for their cocktails and cuisine! Baja also has great vibes & we've already seen the garage doors open! Eat good food, drink good drinks, and sit outside by the garage doors! PS: Different specials every week! You don't wanna miss out. See some examples here > 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. KOFTA! Ground beef and lamb, with onions, parsley, Ziatun's seven-spice blend, and grilled on skewers to make it a wonderful dinner option or lunch option to enjoy!  PS you must start your weekend with Ziatun's Arabic coffee lightly sweetened with cardamom! >  Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!     WITCH HAZEL Online Shop based in Beacon, NY! Stop it...you're making us blush! Or maybe it's just this Lily Lolo pressed mineral blush from Witch Hazel!!!  This is a beaut of a formula: highly pigmented, perfect for layering to build color intensity. The cruelty-free formula is kind to skin, too. It’s fragrance-free, talc-free and non-comedogenic, with nurturing oils (jojoba, argan, sunflower…) to help the cheeks look fresh and revived. Lily Lolo blush: what's not to love?  Shop here > Order florals >  Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon Some selections for a recent incarcerated requester who is working on Wu-Tang Clan and Afrofuturism for his studies at Bard Prison Initiative. Help Binnacle Books keep up this work! Donate to the Beacon Prison Books Project! > - an organization that provides books to incarcerated persons throughout New York State, by request Follow Binnacle on Instagram for descriptions and summaries of a lot of great reads! Stay tuned for their next book club with Matcha Thomas. Binnacle is *Open daily! Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon Sports have started! In your yard, in your living room in one of Beacon's public parks, you might need cones or a new basketball found at Brett's Hardware. Several options to choose from as those with high energy look to connect with a ball. 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 Ohhhhh Luxe never disappoints! Sunnier days are coming and you'll want to check out the Spring collections to snag the perfect pair for you. Everyone needs a pair of prescription polarized sunglasses! Polarized lenses not only reduce glare but they make images appear sharper and clearer, increasing visual clarity and comfort!  Check out Luxe Optique's Instagram to see the best eyewear collections and how you can style them! PS: Appts required for exams. 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! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY NEW! Baton twirling is an excellent way of developing hand-eye coordination, rhythm, timing, poise and gracefulness, endurance, self-discipline, and overall total body coordination. Classes involve all aspects of baton twirling from fundamental tricks to advanced competitive combinations. Basic dance skills are also included in all baton twirling classes. Check out all of Yanarella's different classes to find the one that best suits you or your child! Options for everyone. Visit Yanarella Dance online. Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Request a quote from Antalek & Moore! It's easy & the staff is beyond helpful and great. Head on over to Antalek & Moore's website to subscribe to their monthly newsletter! Never miss out on the latest company updates, industry news, and more. Antalek & Moore is a full-service insurance agency and risk-management company based right here in Beacon! Says Katie of A Little Beacon Blog: "Honestly, I love them because they hold my hand. From Workmans Comp to Disabaility Insurance, I can call them, make an appointment, come to the office, and they walk me through what I need to do. As a business owner, I cannot imagine navigating insurance needs without them." They offer commercial and personal insurance solutions to customers in the Hudson Valley community, throughout New York State, and across the country. AND, with Spring right around the corner, it's the perfect time to review and update your insurance policies. Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore 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. Tin Shingle produces weekly webinars called Training TuneUps, which offer free access to niche classes, as well as one-on-one training opportunities. Our Research Team is constantly updating our easy-to-use Media Contact Library and Editorial Calendar Collection, which serve as an inspiration center when discovering story angles and best people to connect with about where to pitch about your business. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                      KATIE JAMES, INC. It's Spring! You know what that means... it's time to update your website & give it a refresh! Just like you do your closet. Your website is your most solid footprint for people to know what you do and how to buy from you. Find out more about Website Design services here > and see some of our latest website designs here: Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: Farm Stand Associate at Obercreek Farmstand  Details > HIRING: Full Time Receptionist At Antalek & Moore Details >  HIRING: Maintenance & Packaging Manager At Industrial Arts Brewing  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. CAMPING Malouf's Mountain CHILDBIRTH  >  CLASSES Juniper Birth CHILDBIRTH  >  DOULA Juniper Birth EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  HEALTH & WELLNESS > MASSAGE Focus On Massage Therapy HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Jacklyn Faust Interiors HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Second Saturday...Retail Therapy Guide 4/8/2022

We're constantly updating our Summer Camp Guide to make your summer planning easier! Better early than late... trust us! Some of them are already booking up! Use A Little Beacon Blog's Summer Day Camp Guide to mix and match for your family's schedule. To help, we created a Summer Camp Guide and a handy Downloadable Summer Camp List for you. Fill in the blanks for where you are going for camp and vacation. Print out the list to help you plan those weeks of summer for each child! If you run a Summer Camp and want to add more details and photos, consider upgrading to a sponsored listing so that we can show those lovely photos and gush about the themed weeks you have planned! Learn more here > Saturday is April 9th, which is the Second Saturday of the month! Readers and business owners alike have written in to us to ask if Second Saturday is still a thing in Beacon. With First Fridays starting up for shopping, Second Saturday for the arts is always here for galleries who want to be a little extra. The galleries would love to see you any Saturday. A Little Beacon Blog still has our online Second Saturday Guide that lists all of the galleries with addresses and descriptions of the galleries themselves. Art Galleries are welcome to sponsor this guide with a subscription to have their exhibits listed any weekend, or just one! The Ethan Cohen Gallery at the KuBe Art Center (aka The Old Beacon High School) has sponsored their event listing for this Second Saturday because they think this weekend is pretty special. Do take this opportunity to go inside of the KuBe Art Center to experience their exhibit! Details below. *** New Job Listing at Obercreek Farm! See details below.                              Aleksandr Razin's Solo Exhibition: Sawdust Bodies / The Zoo Day: Saturday, April 9, 2022 Time: 12pm-6pm Location: KuBe Art Center, 211 Fishkill Ave in Beacon, NY Ethan Cohen Gallery at the KuBe Art Center is pleased to present the opening of Aleksandr Razin's solo exhibition Sawdust Bodies / The Zoo. Information >   THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. 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. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin 2022 Household Hazardous Waste Disposal & Electronics Recycling Events Day: April 9, 2022 Time: 8:00 am - 12:30 pm (no set appointment time) Location: 626 Dutchess Turnpike, Poughkeepsie, NY Access off of Route 44 to Burnett Boulevard. Registration and $10 Prepayment Required. Do not exit your vehicle, event staff will unload your household chemicals and electronics. Register here > Beacon Business Owner Meet-Up Day: Tuesday, April 12, 2022 Time: 6pm - 8pm Location: The Vinyl Room, Beacon, NY Information >    Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     So many of you want to know which restaurants are open on Mondays! So ALBB enhanced our Restaurant Guide to show you. See it here > TWO WAY BREWING COMPANY 18 West Main St. Beer, food, music. What else do you need for a chill Friday night? Judith Tulloch tonight - A local favorite, performs beautiful shows with music described as world-pop-fusion with a jazzy edge. Joe Krzyzewksi tomorrow! Two Way is the place to be. Good drinks, good food, good people. PS Don't forget about Trivia on Thursday's! PPS Did you know you can rent Two Way's game room for private events?! Reach out and find out more! See Trivia Schedule here >  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 The Dumpling + Bun Pop Up from Eat Church was a huge hit and so they had another pop up! Pop ups go quick... all Eat Church goods go quick. They're fresh & they're delicious. Follow them on IG so you never miss out on special deliciousness again! You can grab-n-go Eat Church goodies from Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring and at the Beacon Pantry in Beacon! OR, because it's the weekend and you deserve to treat yo'self, find Eat Church at Industrial Arts Brewing on Fishkill Avenue/Route 52! Fridays from 3pm - 9pm & Saturdays from 12pm - 9pm. Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. Stop into BBC this weekend for a delicious cappuccino and an entire basket of croissants! Don't forget the SPRING TOAST! > - sourdough with house-pickled beets, sliced red onion over a creamy feta cheese spread topped with microgreens, + an extra virgin olive oil drizzle. BBC is open for brunch, coffees, pastries, + cocktails! OPEN: Sunday-Thursday until 7 pm (Closed on Wednesday) Friday + Saturday until 10 pm Happy Hour $7 ‘til 7 pm menu is available every day starting at 4 pm! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY Let MOD pour you a drink, make you a delicious burger, twice cooked fries, and bake you some dessert! Stop in this weekend to fill your belly & soul! PS: The new Cocktail menu is ready! Decide which house-made cocktail you want, like the Flower Power with Beefeater Gin, Creme De Violette, Lychee Liqueur, and Lemon. PPS: Meyers is looking for a full time bartender to join their wonderful team! Reach out to brian@meyersoldedutch.com if you're interested. Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Fried Noodles with Braised Pork from Ciao Chow?! Yes please! Tossed with broccoli, peppers, edamame and carrots. Don't resist...you know you want some. Inside the HV Food Hall! 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 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  Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Looking for a sign to get calamari from Baja?! This is it! Made with Tequila-Tomato Jam, Pickled Red Onion, Scallions & Lime. Aside from Baja's delicious southwest cuisine, they offer over 130 top shelf tequilas. They pride themselves on using only the freshest ingredients available for their cocktails and cuisine! Baja also has great vibes & we can't wait to dine with the garage doors open! PS: Different specials every week! You don't wanna miss out. See some examples here > 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. Some colorful, flavorful falafel rice bowl goodness from Ziatun! Ziatun is open all weekend with their most popular plant-based dishes! Including this one - made with seasoned basmati rice, cucumber + tomato salad, hummus, + baba ganoush glory! PS as the weather begins to warm up, enjoy a Halloumi Cheese Platter and their other delicious mezzes outside! >  Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!     WITCH HAZEL Online Shop based in Beacon, NY! Feeling like Spring with this Floral installation! Dried hydrangea, pampas grass, eucalyptus, celosia, wheat, nigella pods, palm spears, bunny tails, verticordia, and wallaby grass. At Witch Hazel, you’ll find flowers for local delivery around Beacon, New York, plus a selection of botanical-inspired beauty products, gifts and more. Need some Easter arrangements or gifts?! This is the place to get them from! Shop vintage, home goods, apparel, and beauty & wellness! Shop here > Order florals >  Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon Judith Hooper, “Of Moths and Men: Intrigue, Tragedy, and the Peppered Moth” / Aimee Nezhukumatathil, “World of Wonders: In Praise of Fireflies, Whale Sharks, and Other Astonishments” / Marie Winn “Red-tails in Love: Pale Male’s Story—A True Wildlife Drama in Central Park” available at Binnacle Books! Follow Binnacle on Instagram for descriptions and summaries of a lot of great reads! Stay tuned for their next book club with Matcha Thomas. Binnacle is *Open daily! Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon You're getting ready for it...the Lawn Chair Sit. Up your game with with this long lounge chair with pop-up shade! Grab a book from Binnacle and relax in the fresh air. Take an allergy pill if you need to. 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 Grab those sunglasses! Sunnier days are coming! Everyone needs a pair of prescription polarized sunglasses! Polarized lenses not only reduce glare but they make images appear sharper and clearer, increasing visual clarity and comfort! Check out how beautiful Michelle looks in her New Leisure Society Sunglasses from Luxe! Stop in & check out their latest Spring Collection! Schedule the eye exam that you've been putting off! You won't regret it. Read more about the team here > PS: Appts required for exams. 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! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY New Website Alert! Adult ballet classes are available at Yanarella! They have a comfortable space and vibe for all levels. Even if you haven't danced in a while. See their Schedule page for class times to get your body moving. Visit Yanarella Dance online. Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Request a quote from Antalek & Moore! It's easy & the staff is beyond helpful and great. Head on over to Antalek & Moore's website to subscribe to their monthly newsletter! Never miss out on the latest company updates, industry news, and more. Antalek & Moore is a full-service insurance agency and risk-management company based right here in Beacon! Says Katie of A Little Beacon Blog: "Honestly, I love them because they hold my hand. From Workmans Comp to Disabaility Insurance, I can call them, make an appointment, come to the office, and they walk me through what I need to do. As a business owner, I cannot imagine navigating insurance needs without them." They offer commercial and personal insurance solutions to customers in the Hudson Valley community, throughout New York State, and across the country. AND, with Spring right around the corner, it's the perfect time to review and update your insurance policies. Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore 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. Tin Shingle produces weekly webinars called Training TuneUps, which offer free access to niche classes, as well as one-on-one training opportunities. Our Research Team is constantly updating our easy-to-use Media Contact Library and Editorial Calendar Collection, which serve as an inspiration center when discovering story angles and best people to connect with about where to pitch about your business. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                      KATIE JAMES, INC. It's Spring! You know what that means... it's time to update your website & give it a refresh! Just like you do your closet. Your website is your most solid footprint for people to know what you do and how to buy from you. Find out more about Website Design services here > and see some of our latest website designs here: Homespun Foods > Barb's Butchery > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: Farm Stand Associate at Obercreek Farm Details > HIRING: Full Time Receptionist At Antalek & Moore Details >  HIRING: Maintenance & Packaging Manager At Industrial Arts Brewing  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. CAMPING Malouf's Mountain CHILDBIRTH  >  CLASSES Juniper Birth CHILDBIRTH  >  DOULA Juniper Birth EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  HEALTH & WELLNESS > MASSAGE Focus On Massage Therapy HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Jacklyn Faust Interiors HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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Open Late! ... Retail Therapy Guide 4/1/2022

It's April! Which means a lot more rain, a lot more flowers, a lot of ice cream, and a lot of Summer Camp planning for the kids! Because believe it or not, you must plan as early as now to make sure you get in where you want to get in! Luckily, there are a lot of different options and the good news is, you don't have to choose just one. Use A Little Beacon Blog's Summer Day Camp Guide to mix and match for your family's schedule. To help, we created a Summer Camp Guide and a handy organization print-out list for you. Print out the list to help you plan those weeks of summer for each child! If you run a Summer Camp and want to add more details and photos, consider upgrading to a sponsored listing so that we can show those lovely photos and gush about the themed weeks you have planned! Learn more here > Looking for sports teams to sign up for? A Little Beacon Blog has that guide too! The Kids Sports Guide. We are updating it as we speak for all of those hard-to-find registration links. Ramadan Mubarak! As the Crescent moon was spotted in Saudi Arabia today, Ramadan begins Saturday, April 2nd. It lasts the month, and those who recognize it will be fasting from sunrise to sundown until May 1st. You can learn more about it here, including what fasting means to Muslims, as well as how to great someone to wish them a blessed Ramadan. This illustration was first shared by Izdihar Dabashi, who is a writer for A Little Beacon Blog and is celebrating Ramadan. The illustration was shared by @arabic.pop.art and was created by @rafikillustration.   THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. 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. Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin Beacon's First Friday SHOPPING Day: Friday, April 1 Time: "Late Night" in Beacon, maybe until 9sh pm Location: Main Street, Beacon, NY Beacon's boutiques and shops are at it again! Thought you wanted to go to their late night shopping event, Hop And Shop, during the winter holidays? So did everyone else. The shops have banded together to stay open in the First Friday of every month. Rain or shine. Hot or cold. Shopping in Beacon on a Friday night is actually a sacred space - the weekend crowd has not arrived yet. The streets are peaceful yet relaxed as everyone is letting go from the week. Mark this in your calendar on Repeat, and take yourself on a stroll or roll down Main Street for evening shopping. Lit Lit Day: Friday, April 1 Time: 7pm- 9pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY The first Lit Lit at the Howland! Poet Kristen Holt-Browning (originally scheduled for March) will be joining as a featured reader and reading from her newly-published chapbook, The Only Animal Awake in the House. “All our advance reading slots are now full. But we will have a bunch of spots available for you to sign up to read when you arrive, if you get there early! Everyone can read their own writing of any genre for a maximum of five minutes, until we run out of time! The Howland requires proof of full vaccination the door, along with a photo ID. They will also have soft drinks, wine, beer and snacks on hand to buy. We know that it is April Fools' Day, so we intend to be as foolish as possible.” Book Club! Matcha Thomas & Binnacle Books Day: Friday, April 1, 2022 Hosted monthly at Matcha Thomas, they created space for connecting, expanding, & healing together through the power of books. First Spring session is Friday April 1st for an introductory pre-read discussion/meetup! Mark your calendar for future opportunities Information > Easter Egg Hunt Day: Saturday, April 2, 2022 (Rain Date: Sunday April 3, 2022) Time: 12pm - 3pm Location: Maurer Geering Park, 1 Geering Way, Fishkill, NY Fishkill Recreation in collaboration with the The Blodgett Memorial Library, Town of Fishkill Police Department, Town Hall and Village Hall is proud to announce our 2022 Easter Egg Hunt. This is a FREE event, however this event is full with a waiting list. Add yourself to the waiting list here! > Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     So many of you want to know which restaurants are open on Mondays! So ALBB enhanced our Restaurant Guide to show you. See it here > TWO WAY BREWING COMPANY 18 West Main St. It may still be a little chilly but you can never go wrong with a refreshing beer from Two Way! Our suggestion? The flight! Try a few and find your favorite(s) PS LIVE MUSIC tonight! 7:30 pm with Michael Leidig and tomorrow night at 9:00 pm with David Kraii. Don't forget about Trivia on Thursday's! PPS Did you know you can rent Two Way's game room for private events?! Reach out and find out more! See Trivia Schedule here >  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 If you missed out on the Dumpling Pop Up from Eat Church, we are so sorry! But, this is your sign to follow them on IG so you can never miss out on special deliciousness again! You can grab-n-go Eat Church goodies from Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring and at the Beacon Pantry in Beacon! OR, because it's the weekend and you deserve to treat yo'self, find Eat Church at Industrial Arts Brewing! Fridays from 3pm - 9pm & Saturdays from 12pm - 9pm. PS you DO NOT want to miss out on their specials! Trust us. Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. Happy Friday, and in the words of a passerby, “Spring has SPRUNG!” It's always warm & sunnday at Beacon Bread! Especially when you're enjoying this NY staple: BEC (SPK!) on a house-made brioche roll + a French toast latte (with their bakery-crafted syrup + extra shot of espresso). Stop in this weekend for all the goods! OPEN: Sunday-Thursday until 7 pm (Closed on Wednesday) Friday + Saturday until 10 pm Happy Hour $7 ‘til 7 pm menu is available every day starting at 4 pm! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY Can you really go into work on Monday & say you had a good weekend if you didn't stop at MOD for lunch??... Exactly! Stop in this weekend for fresh delicious burgers & twice cooked fries.  PS: Rumor has it, MOD is about to drop a new Cocktail menu... PPS: Meyers is looking for a full time bartender to join their wonderful team! Reach out to brian@meyersoldedutch.com if you're interested. Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Shmuck's ice cream is open year round, rain or shine, with great indoor seating if it's cold or rainy! So yeah, no excuse to not get ice cream! Inside the HV Food Hall! 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 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  Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Aside from Baja's delicious southwest cuisine, they offer over 130 top shelf tequilas. They pride themselves on using only the freshest ingredients available for their cocktails and cuisine! Baja also has great vibes & we can't wait to dine with the garage doors open! PS: Different specials every week! You don't wanna miss out. See some examples here > 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. If you didn't get a homemade chocolate chip tahini cookie from Ziatun to go with your lunch/dinner, did you even go to Ziatun??? Made with cardamom & pairs well with a pot of Arabic coffee pre or post dinner! Or as a substitute for lunch/dinner - no judging here! PS as the weather begins to warm up, enjoy a Halloumi Cheese Platter and their other delicious mezzes outside! >  Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun is a Sponsor, thank you!     WITCH HAZEL Online Shop based in Beacon, NY! A local online shop based in Beacon, NY that offers clean beauty products, exclusively designed home good from NY artists, custom floral design, and vintage/antiques! Plus, small-group floral design classes (ie, for birthday parties, bachelorette parties, book club events, "I haven't seen you in 2 years" moments! Whenever possible, Witch Hazel sources what they sell from local growers, small-batch brands and other eco-conscious companies that, you know, respect the planet where we live. Shop here > Follow Witch Hazel on Instagram! >  BINNACLE BOOKS 321 Main Street, Beacon The coolest collab ever! A new book club in partnership with Matcha Thomas, the endeavor “book club!” and meetings will be hosted monthly at Matcha Thomas just up the road at 179 Main St.! They're creating space for connecting, expanding, and healing together through the power of books. Each month’s book will be available to book club! members at a discount. First Spring session is Friday April 1st for an introductory pre-read discussion / meetup! (this is sold out already but this is your sign to be on alert for the next book club!) The selection of reads will center topics such as mindfulness, creativity, radical love, connection, and self and community care. But they intend for book club! to be collaborative, so they may expand beyond these areas as the group feels inclined. Tea and vegan + gluten-free treats will be provided by Matcha Thomas for club members to enjoy. Join them! Binnacle is *Open daily! Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon And now for our moment of looking at these adorable stuffies, available now at Brett's Hardware. BUY EACH ONE! Omg. Brett's is always surprising us with their Kid Section throughout the store (Brett is a father of young kids!). When you need to buy some hardware, or paint, or a new toilet seat, you can also buy a panda or a pink...squid. 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 Walking out of Luxe with your new eyeglasses like.... Luxe Optique is so ready for Spring and already filling up the shop with Spring collections. Just when we think they can't get better... they do! Always do! Stop in & check out Their latest Spring Collection! Schedule the eye exam that you've been putting off! You won't regret it. Read more about the team here > PS: Appts required for exams. 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! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY New Website Alert! For over 60 years, Yanarella has been dedicated to providing an exceptional dance education to the Hudson Valley. Since the day they opened their doors, their philosophy has been that “every child should have the same opportunity to dance, regardless of talent or ability. There is no can’t in dance. There’s only a C-A-N”. Visit Yanarella Dance online. Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Head on over to Antalek & Moore's website to subscribe to their monthly newsletter! Never miss out on the latest company updates, industry news, and more. Antalek & Moore is a full-service insurance agency and risk-management company based right here in Beacon! Says Katie of A Little Beacon Blog: "Honestly, I love them because they hold my hand. From Workmans Comp to Disabaility Insurance, I can call them, make an appointment, come to the office, and they walk me through what I need to do. As a business owner, I cannot imagine navigating insurance needs without them." They offer commercial and personal insurance solutions to customers in the Hudson Valley community, throughout New York State, and across the country. AND, with Spring right around the corner, it's the perfect time to review and update your insurance policies. Contact their office and let one of their experienced agents assist you! Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore 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. Tin Shingle produces weekly webinars called Training TuneUps, which offer free access to niche classes, as well as one-on-one training opportunities. Our Research Team is constantly updating our easy-to-use Media Contact Library and Editorial Calendar Collection, which serve as an inspiration center when discovering story angles and best people to connect with about where to pitch about your business. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                      KATIE JAMES, INC. It's Spring! You know what that means... it's time to update your website & give it a refresh! Just like you do your closet. Your website is your most solid footprint for people to know what you do and how to buy from you. Find out more about Website Design services here > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: Full Time Receptionist At Antalek & Moore 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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Retail Therapy Guide 3/18/2022

Hey Hey, what a beautiful day! As you walked around Main Street, you may have asked yourself: "Are the parklets coming back?" Some restaurants asked themselves the same thing, as they prepare for spring. They inquired and got their answer: Beacon has no plans as of yet for parklets. ALBB reached out to some restaurants to get their feelings on that. Read all about it here.   THE EVENTS + RETAIL THERAPY GUIDE Book an Event Promotion Advertising spot here. 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, Edited and Written By Teslie Andrade and Katie Hellmuth Martin   Supplies For Ukraine Collected By Dutchess County Via Afya Days & Times: Friday, March 18th from 1pm-5-pm Saturday March 19th from 9am-1pm Location: Former JC Penney site (lower level) 2001 South Road (Route 9) in Poughkeepsie Information >   SAVE THE DATE: Poughkeepsie Day School Virtual Admissions Day: Thursday, March 24, 2022 Time: 3:30-4:15pm (all grades) Location: Virtual To register or express interest, visit poughkeepsieday.org and click inquire.   Check our Calendar and Events Guide regularly for upcoming events throughout the week!     So many of you want to know which restaurants are open on Mondays! So ALBB enhanced our Restaurant Guide to show you. See it here > TWO WAY BREWING COMPANY 18 West Main St. Did you know you can rent Two Way's game room for private events, birthdays, wedding celebrations, baby showers, retirements - anything worth celebrating with fantastic beer and friends?! YUP! It's true. Call & schedule now! But until then... Two Way will have live music on Fridays and Saturdays in March and Trivia every Thursday. Weekend plans? Check! See Trivia Schedule here >  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 Have you checked out the coolest food truck yet?! "Chef Mark explains that Eat Church is both a noun (place), an eat church; as well as a verb (command), as in eat the church.  " You can grab-n-go Eat Church goodies from Marbled Meat Shop in Coldspring and at the Beacon Pantry in Beacon! OR, because it's the weekend and you deserve to treat yo'self, find Eat Church at Industrial Arts Brewing! Fridays from 3pm - 9pm & Saturdays from 12pm - 9pm. Keep up with all of the delicious pop-ups and events here > You can also visit their website for Weekly Menu/Specials > Website > Eat Church is a Sponsor, thank you! BEACON BREAD COMPANY 193 Main St. It’s a happy weekend with all the beet-cured lox and cream cheesy goodness on BBC's Ultimate Bagel Sandwich!! Loaded with arugula, capers, tomato, red onion, + fresh dill on a house-made toasted bagel, this sandwich is definitely something to try next time you stop by! (hint hint* this weekend!) New Hours! OPEN: Sunday-Thursday until 7 pm (Closed on Wednesday) Friday + Saturday until 10 pm Happy Hour $7 ‘til 7 pm menu is available every day starting at 4 pm! Menu >  Order Pick Up or Delivery >  Beacon Bread Company is a Sponsor, thank you! MEYERS OLDE DUTCH 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY New cocktail alert!!!! Welcome the Orange Mai Tai, thanks in part to Bartender Emily. Featuring such deliciousness as......Appleton Rum, Smith and Cross Over-Proofed Rum, Dry Curaçao, Orgeat, Lime, Orange, Housemade Soaked Raisins. PS: Rumor has it, MOD is about to drop a new Cocktail menu... PPS: Meyers is looking for a full time bartender to join their wonderful team! Reach out to brian@meyersoldedutch.com if you're interested. Open Sunday thru Thursday for Food 11:30am - 9pm; Bar until 10pm Friday and Saturday Food 11:30am - 11:00pm; Bar until midnight. Order Now > Meyers Olde Dutch is a Sponsor, thank you! HUDSON VALLEY FOOD HALL 288 Main Street, Beacon, NY Quien Quiere QUESILLOS from El Nica Spot!? Handmade Tortillas (Gluten Free), Cheese, Crema, & Pickled Red Onions. Stop in & give it a try if you haven't yet! 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 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  Ciao Chow - Hand made pasta and fried rice Hudson Valley Food Hall is a Sponsor, thank you! BAJA 328 328 Main Street, Beacon, NY Aside from Baja's delicious southwest cuisine, they offer over 130 top shelf tequilas. They pride themselves on using only the freshest ingredients available for their cocktails and cuisine! Baja also has great vibes & we can't wait to dine with the garage doors open! PS: Different specials every week! You don't wanna miss out. See some examples here > 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. The best mezzes platter around includes hummus, baba ghanoush, za’atar, and more... and you can find it all at Ziatun! But also, a meal isn't complete without a basket of Za’atar Fries > ! Stop in this weekend and enjoy authentic Middle Eastern cuisine with vegan options! Menu >  Order Online >  HOURS Monday + Thursday-Saturday 11 am-9pm Tuesday + Wednesday 11 am-4pm Sunday 11am-8pm Ziatun 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. Is there a particular title you're interested in? Let them know. If they don't have it, they'd be happy to order it for you. They're 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. Binnacle is *Open daily! Binnacle Books is a Sponsor, thank you! BRETT'S HARDWARE 18 West Main Street, Beacon Did you hear?! The birds are back! Early with the rising sun, which is getting earlier and earlier, more morning birds have joined the chorus of wake-up calls. Brett's has the cutest bird feeders to attract different feathers! But they also have the cutest bird baths EVER! We'd take all 3 and scatter them around our yard! 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 Looking to donate your old glasses?! Look no further! Lions have recognized the urgent need for corrective lenses and collect usable glasses in their communities to support the Lions Recycle For Sight Program. Luxe Optique accepts all new, used, prescription, nonprescription, eyeglasses, safety glasses, and sunglasses & donate them to the Local Lions Club! Stop in & drop off glasses anytime! Might as well make an appt for the same day to get your eyes checked and to get some new eyewear! Open Monday 10-5 & Tuesday-Saturday 10-6  Read more about the team here > PS: Appts required for exams. 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! Yanarella Dance Studio 312 Main St., Beacon, NY New Website Alert! For over 60 years, Yanarella has been dedicated to providing an exceptional dance education to the Hudson Valley. Since the day they opened their doors, their philosophy has been that “every child should have the same opportunity to dance, regardless of talent or ability. There is no can’t in dance. There’s only a C-A-N”. Join teacher Samantha Cuello in Yanarella's new Mommy and Me class at 11:45am. Dance with Me is a caregiver/child class, introducing children to creative movement, enhancing the development of motor skills for children as they run, skip, leap, stretch, and dance to the music- all with mom or dad! Basic skills are developed as students interact in new environments and learn to listen, follow and express. Visit Yanarella Dance online. Yanarella is a Sponsor, thank you! ANTALEK & MOORE INSURANCE AGENCY 340 Main Street, Beacon Antalek & Moore is a full-service insurance agency and risk-management company based right here in Beacon! They offer commercial and personal insurance solutions to customers in the Hudson Valley community, throughout New York State, and across the country. AND, with Spring right around the corner, it's the perfect time to review and update your insurance policies. Contact their office and let one of their experienced agents assist you! Latest Announcements > Antalek & Moore is a Sponsor. Thank you!   TIN SHINGLE Meet Teslie Andrade of Tin Shingle, A Little Beacon Blog and Katie James, Inc.! Teslie is behind the scenes curing Instagrams, and can curate yours as well. You need an Instagram if you want visibility, and Teslie can help via Private Services via Tin Shingle. Learn More > Tin Shingle is a Sponsor. Thank you!                      KATIE JAMES, INC. Your website is your most solid footprint for people to know what you do and how to buy from you. Find out more about Website Design services here > Katie James Inc. is a sponsor. Thank you! HIRING: Full Time Receptionist At Antalek & Moore 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. CAMPING Malouf's Mountain CHILDBIRTH  >  CLASSES Juniper Birth CHILDBIRTH  >  DOULA Juniper Birth EDUCATION > PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Poughkeepsie Day School  HEALTH & WELLNESS > MASSAGE Focus On Massage Therapy HOME IMPROVEMENT > INTERIOR DESIGN Jacklyn Faust Interiors HOME IMPROVEMENT > LAWN SERVICES Blue Green Lawns INSURANCE > BUSINESS, HEALTH, LIFE, HOME Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency MUSIC Miss Vickies Music REAL ESTATE > HOUSE INSPECTIONS Rizzi Home Inspection Services, Inc. List Your Business In The Business Directory >

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