Happening This Weekend - 1/11/2019

Happy Sunshine!! TGIF, and we highly encourage you to have a dance party with yourself in your office or at home. Celebrate the weekend. It's the first Second Saturday of 2019, and the art galleries in Beacon have really good exhibitions to show you. In these cold winter months, do you know where it is the coziest? In an Beacon art gallery on an opening day/night, and the days after. Take yourself on a walking tour of Beacon's art galleries anytime with the help of A Little Beacon Blog's Guide. Second Saturday Art Gallery Sneak Preview Those who loved Theo Ganz Studio (it has since closed its storefront, replaced by the boutique Lauren + Riley) have a chance to see the curator's efforts, Eleni Smolen, at Hudson Beach Glass with The imPerfect Poetics of Place, in which a dozen artists explore diverse landscapes, from big sky to big city, via hologram, photographs, paint, sculpture and drawing. Participating artists include Joseph Ayers, Samantha Beste, Cathy Cook, Jill Enfield, Elana Goren, Kevin Kearns, Meelia Kelly, Flynn Larsen, Herman Roggeman, Ooloosie Saila, Emma Tapley, as well as “anonymous creatures.” More Sneak Peek Photos: VIEW SECOND SATURDAY GUIDE PS: We now have a new Sponsorship Package for the Art Gallery Guide, for galleries and those who want to support them. Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance.   Book Signing: Manos Sucias/Dirty Hands Day: Saturday, January 12, 2019 Time: 3 to 8 pm Location: No.3 Reading Room & Photo Book Works, 469 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Wing Wars 2019 East Day: Saturday, January 12 2019 Time: 5 to 9 pm Location: Ramada Inn, 542 U.S. 9, Fishkill, NY Information > Movies That Matter Beacon presents: Survivors Guide to Prison Day: Saturday, January 12, 2019 Time: 7 to 10 pm (7:30 pm film) Location: First Presbyterian Church of Beacon, McKinley Hall, 50 Liberty St., Beacon, NY Information > The Artichoke - Live Storytelling Comes To Beacon! Day: Saturday, January 12, 2019 Time: 8 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Howland Chamber Music Circle Presents Natasha Paremski Day: Sunday, January 13, 2019 Time: 4 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.   La Mère Clothing + Goods Pop-Up Shop Day: Saturday, January 12, 2019 Time: 11 am to 3 pm Location: The Blushery, 528 Main St., Beacon, NY         BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END   Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across Cliff Street from Beacon Bread Company) In your hand, this line of minimalist Japanese luxury eyewear is extremely light and precious - as precious as the metal used in the frames' design. 10 eyevan is the name of this collection (see all of the frames here) and they use solid Japanese titanium, plated with heavy metal gold and silver. Solid sterling silver is on the temple to balance the frame, and the nose pads are made from mother of pearl. Ultimate luxury. Go in to Luxe Optique to hold a pair yourself to see what we mean.     BOUTIQUES IN THE MIDDLE   L a M è r e Clothing + Goods 436 Main Street The first of several pop-up shops from L a M è r e starts this weekend! L a M è r e has partnered with The Blushery - the makeup and beauty lounge located down a few blocks on Main Street - to bring you a shopping experience at The Blushery (528 Main Street) from 11 am to 3 pm. Exclusive merchandise will be available, including shoes, purses, coats, and more. L a M è r e's regular shop will be open as usual, should you want more from the store. Sip, Shop and Beautify with these girls! BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the historic dummy light) Wedding Planning - or, dare we say Vow Renewals Planning - just went to a whole new level in Beacon at Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique. Go in and experience this boutique located in the renovated factory building at 1 East Main. Thank you to the following shops for sponsoring our Shopping Guide! L a M è r e Clothing + Goods, Luxe Optique and Lambs Hill. Thank you to Barb's Butchery and BAJA 328 for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide!   Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Restaurant Guide for all of the restaurants in Beacon, and see our Brunch Guide for your morning dining needs!       BPAC: Improv Comedy! Days: Starting Friday, January 11, 2019 Time: 7 to 9 pm Location: Beacon Performing Arts Center, 327B Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Yoga for Health, Healing, and Happiness in the New Year! Day: Saturday, January 12, 2019 Time: 12 pm to 1 pm (Satsang/Lecture); 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm (workshop) Location: Beacon of Light Wellness Center, 4 S. Chestnut St., Beacon, NY Information > Malas & Mantras Day: Sunday, January 13, 2019 Time: 1 to 3 pm Location: BeBhakti Yoga, 89 Dewindt St., Beacon, NY Information > Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes, classes during the week, and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide.   Beginning This Week! Mythical Creatures in Clay Ages: 6 to 11 Days: Tuesdays starting January 15, 2019 Time: 4 to 5:30 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information >   Fabulous Fibers Ages: 6 to 11 Days: Thursdays starting January 17, 2019 Time: 4 to 5:30 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide.    Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. Time to freshen up your hair style - or beard! Find a salon in Beacon at A Little Beacon Blog's Beauty Guide. REAL ESTATE LISTINGS 11 Creek Drive, Beacon, NY “Gorgeous and luxurious penthouse loft in recently converted brick factory building on the Fishkill Creek. Amenities include tasteful high-end lighting and custom closets throughout, washer/dryer, wine refrigerator, smart technology for lights and sound (Sonos-compatible), remote-controlled window blinds, high cathedral ceilings, elevator, and off-street parking.” Bonus points: Exposed brick and wall of windows facing Mount Beacon and Fishkill Creek. Bedrooms: 2  Bathrooms: 2  Price: $1,100,000 Real Estate Agent: Gatehouse Realty (845) 831-9550 Details + Pictures > VIEW THIS LISTING VIEW ALL LISTINGS PARTNER SPONSOR HIGHLIGHTS     The next Defensive Driving course presented by Susan Pagones from Antalek & Moore will be on Saturday, January 26. The cost is $35 and lunch will be included. Reserve your spot! Katie James, Inc. New Website Launch: Katie James, Inc. is proud to present the newest website design for the Telephone Building in Beacon, NY. You've seen the building from the outside, now go inside all of the rooms and see the renovation it underwent at the helm of its owner, Deborah Bigelow. See The Website > BeaconArts : Open Studios Sponsorship opportunities are available now for Beacon's Open Studios, one of the Hudson Valley's most anticipated interactive art experiences of the year. How to Sponsor >         A Little Beacon Space A Little Beacon Blog's Space is available for private rentals for your meetings, workshops, client parties, or pop-ups. Located in the heart of Beacon at 291 Main Street (inside of the Telephone Building), meeting here is easy, cozy, and inspiring. $55/hour Available to up to 4 people renting the space for 2-4 hours only. $225/Half-Day Available to a group of up to 25 people for up to 5 hours. $385/Full Day Available to a group of up to 25 people for up to 10 hours. $750 Pop-Up Shop Package Available for up to 5 vendors in one day or weekend. Book Your Retreat With A Little Beacon Space >. Tin Shingle Did you know that several of your favorite magazines have stopped printing monthly issues? It's true. Glamour Magazine, Seventeen, Redbook, and a few others are being jostled around. Tin Shingle tracks this news for those who want to get publicity in the media. Get The Latest > If you have kids, you may enjoy the monthly column, "Kid Friendly" from A Little Beacon Blog's publisher, Katie, in this week's edition of the Highlands Current. Pick up your copy today! Beacon Chamber of Commerce Joining Beacon's Chamber of Commerce shows your support for the business community. Learn More > MASTHEAD Producers of this newsletter include: Katie Hellmuth Martin, Publisher, Writer, Designer, Photographer Marilyn Perez, Managing Editor Catherine Sweet, Editor of the Second Saturday Guide Advertise With A Little Beacon Blog The support from every advertiser of A Little Beacon Blog helps make local news get produced. You can be part of making it happen, and get your business in front of the community in a meaningful way. Learn More > NEWSLETTER SIGNUP Until next week!

Happening This Weekend - 1/4/2019

Welcome to the New Year! If everything is starting to feel the same and you're wondering where that New Year change is in your life, you might start with little baby steps, such as decluttering with bins and things found at Brett's Hardware, or clean(er) eating at Beacon Natural (see their freezer section - lots of easy options) or taking any kind of class found in A Little Beacon Blog's Adult Classes Guide. Adult Beginner Tap from Ballet Arts Studio was just added! Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance.   Restorative Sound Healing Day: Friday, January 4, 2019 Time: 7:30 to 9 pm Location: Firefly Yoga, 992 Main St., Fishkill, NY Information > Monochrome Photography Show - Opening Reception Day: Saturday, January 5, 2019 Time: 2:30 to 4:30 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > La Familia presents Swinging Blues Band Day: Saturday, January 5, 2019 Time: 7:30 to 11 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.       BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END   Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across Cliff Street from Beacon Bread Company) Cutie Alert! Luxe Optique has a range of affordable prices (and colors) for glasses for kids. If you're concerned about protecting eyes from the blue light coming from screens and devices, consider getting the blue-light protection added to your frames - it comes with the "transitions." You could even get it with purple tinting! Think about it.     BOUTIQUES IN THE MIDDLE     L a M è r e Clothing + Goods 436 Main Street The jewelry selection is getting good at L a M è r e - a very easy #treatyoself. Plus, April is getting more home decor goods in, and may have a box-opening reveal in her Instagram. Have you seen her recent video about "120 more days of winter"? AND, a Winter Tag Sale is going on. Time to snag some sweaters that were $88, and now are $68.   BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the dummy light) It's a real winter wonderland at Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique - have you seen this recent dramatic design element they are using inside of the store? Go inside and check it out. With its iconic and always-evolving look, Lambs Hill is helping to define the east end of town. Do take yourself down there, and visit the soap store and designer jewelry store next door! Plus, grab a cup of coffee at Trax. Thank you to the following shops for sponsoring our Shopping Guide! L a M è r e Clothing + Goods, Luxe Optique and Lambs Hill. Thank you to Barb's Butchery and BAJA 328 for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide!   Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Restaurant Guide for all of the restaurants in Beacon, and see our Brunch Guide for your morning dining needs!       Adult Beginning Tap at Ballet Arts Studio Day: Mondays Time: 7:30 to 8:30 pm Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes, classes during the week, and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide.   Masterclass Grades: 9-12 Days: Sundays, January 6 to March 24, 2019 Time: 1:45 to 2:45 pm Location: Beacon Performing Arts Center, 327B Main St., Beacon, NY Information > For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide. Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. Time to freshen up your hair style - or beard! Find a salon in Beacon at A Little Beacon Blog's Beauty Guide. REAL ESTATE LISTINGS 8 Sunset Hill Road, Glenham, NY A cutie starter home or project home in Glenham - just look at the kitchen - all vintage! These pieces would be hard to part with. But check out the hallway - it's a project for sure, but what could you come up with? PRO TIP: Even if you don't see a "For Sale" sign in the yard here, know that it is currently for sale. Bonus points: Vintage look and feel. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Price: $199,900 Real Estate Agent: Gatehouse Realty, (845) 831-9550 Details + Pictures > VIEW THIS LISTING VIEW ALL LISTINGS PARTNER SPONSOR HIGHLIGHTS                 Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency New Year, New Website! Antalek & Moore launches a new website to make fulfilling your insurance needs even easier. Call them at (845) 831-4300 to talk Home, Life, Business, Event, Car, and other types of insurance. They make it easy, and work hard to lower your price. BeaconArts : Open Studios Beacon Open Studios are coming! One of Beacon's biggest outdoor events, announcing the arrival of spring. (Let's just skip winter, shall we?) Sponsorship Opportunities are going on now, if you want to sponsor their printed program, which gets distributed all over town and serves as a map to various artist studios. Learn More > Katie James, Inc. It's Website Design Time at Katie James, Inc.! Our latest client is our landlord, Deborah Bigelow, owner and renovator of the Telephone Building. We are working with her to bring the story of the building to more people. Because so much of web work is digital, one of our favorite parts of website designing is working directly with the client, in person, to map out their vision right on the table. More About This Moment >         A Little Beacon Space Do you need to teach a class or run a workshop? Join other companies who hold retreats in A Little Beacon Space, including edible Hudson Valley, Class Pass, Giving Data, and others. Enjoy a warm, intimate setting in the heart of Beacon. Book Your Retreat With A Little Beacon Space >. Tin Shingle Here's the trick to getting the word out about your business: You have to imagine where you want to be mentioned, and then you need to go for it. Tin Shingle trains you in just how to do that. One of our more enlightening tools: Tin Shingle's Editorial Calendars. These are the monthly themes at major magazines, like Martha Stewart Living, Entrepreneur, Inc., Money, and more. Membership gets you instant access to these themes, and a support group to be cheerleaders when you do make that leap and go for it. Details > Beacon Chamber of Commerce Looking to spotlight your new space to the community? Join the Beacon Chamber and throw a Ribbon Cutting or host a Member Meeting. Learn More > MASTHEAD Producers of this newsletter include: Katie Hellmuth Martin, Publisher, Writer, Designer, Photographer Marilyn Perez, Managing Editor Catherine Sweet, Editor of the Second Saturday Guide Advertise With A Little Beacon Blog The support from every advertiser of A Little Beacon Blog helps make local news get produced. You can be part of making it happen, and get your business in front of the community in a meaningful way. Learn More > NEWSLETTER SIGNUP Until next week!

Happening This Weekend - 12/28/2018

On behalf of the team at A Little Beacon Blog, we want to wish you a safe and happy New Year! Enjoy these quiet moments of the last of this year, because next year is ready for your new pursuits and directions! See you on the other side! - Katie, Marilyn, Catherine, Phoebe, and Izdihar Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance. Cirque de la Lune at the Howland Days: Friday & Saturday, December 28 & 29, 2018 Time: 8 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > The Shannon Early Trio Day: Saturday, December 29, 2018 Time: 8:30 to 11:30 pm Location: Chill Wine Bar, 173 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Free admission to Dia:Beacon Day: Sunday, December 30, 2018 Time: 11 am to 4 pm Location: Dia:Beacon, 3 Beekman St., Beacon, NY Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide. Holiday Artisan Market Days: All of December 2018 Time: See hours in Pop-Up Guide Location: The Lofts at Beacon, 18 Front St., Beacon, NY Check out the Pop-Up Guide for more upcoming pop-up events. BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across Cliff Street from Beacon Bread Company) Luxe Optique has stepped into bling for the New Year! Treading delicately, these frames are handmade in Paris, and are adorned in Swarovski crystals. A perfect way to ring in the New Year. And now, both sides of Luxe Optique are open! BOUTIQUES IN THE MIDDLE L a M è r e Clothing + Goods 436 Main Street You want to dress it up this year for the big night by spiking your casual denim look with a kitty roar and sequined body suit. Yeah, that's right! L a M è r e has brought the body suit back into your life, and this one is covered in sequins. You will wear this with the faux leopard jacket, and either kick it in faux leopard shoes, or in our favorite kitten slipper heel. BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main Street, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the dummy light) Glam it up! If you need a gown for an occasion, Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique could be your destination to find such a beauty. Exhibit A: this golden gown with the glimmering shell print. Go ahead and walk in - you will be amazed at the beautiful shopping experience and wide selection. Thank you to the following shops for sponsoring our Shopping Guide! L a M è r e Clothing + Goods, Luxe Optique and Lambs Hill. Thank you to Barb's Butchery and BAJA 328 for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide! Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Restaurant Guide for all of the restaurants in Beacon, and see our Brunch Guide for your morning dining needs! Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes, classes during the week, and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide. For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide. Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. Time to freshen up your hair style - or beard! Find a salon in Beacon at A Little Beacon Blog's Beauty Guide. REAL ESTATE LISTINGS 137 Howland Avenue, Beacon, NY This lovely renovated Cape Cod is nested at the base of Mount Beacon, with direct mountain views (!!). Upstairs has three full bedrooms and a full bathroom. The master bedroom is on the first floor, with an en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet. Newly painted throughout. Hardwood floors throughout for a warm feel. Granite counters and GE appliances are in the kitchen, plus there's a $3K appliance credit. Bonus points: All new systems and a brand-new furnace. Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Price: $435,000 Real Estate Agent: Gatehouse Realty, (845) 831-9550 Details + Pictures > VIEW THIS LISTING VIEW ALL LISTINGS PARTNER SPONSOR HIGHLIGHTS Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency This is the year you are going to lower your car insurance rates - and be a safer driver! Antalek & Moore has announced their first Defensive Driving Course of the year! Join Susan Antalek Pagones on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at the agency's main office (340 Main St., Beacon). DM them to reserve your spot, or call (845) 831-4300. BeaconArts Explore the defining art project that has come to define both Beacon and BeaconArts - Keys to Beacon. Join A Little Beacon Blog's writer Izdihar as she set out to find all of the pianos, and hear the keys played on each! Experience Keys to Beacon here > A Little Beacon Space Do you need to teach a class or run a workshop? Join other companies who hold retreats in A Little Beacon Space, including edible Hudson Valley, Class Pass, Giving Data, and others. Enjoy a warm, intimate setting in the heart of Beacon. Book Your Retreat With A Little Beacon Space > Katie James, Inc. Are you in Beacon or a neighboring town, and want to execute your vision for your website and newsletter together with a designer? If it's in Squarespace or MailChimp, we can help via our "Do It Together" sessions. Learn More Here > Beacon Chamber of Commerce Looking to spotlight your new space to the community? Join the Beacon Chamber and throw a celebratory ribbon-cutting, or host a member meeting. Learn More > Tin Shingle It's time to think big for the New Year! Yes, you can get magazine coverage for your brand, no matter how small or large it is! And you can step it up in your Instagram and other outreach efforts. Tin Shingle teaches how to do these things, and can be a support system for you. Details > MASTHEAD Producers of this newsletter include: Katie Hellmuth Martin, Publisher, Writer, Designer, Photographer Marilyn Perez, Managing Editor Catherine Sweet, Editor of the Second Saturday Guide Advertise With A Little Beacon Blog The support from every advertiser of A Little Beacon Blog helps make local news get produced. You can be part of making it happen, and get your business in front of the community in a meaningful way. Learn More > NEWSLETTER SIGNUP Until next week!

Happening This Weekend - 12/21/2018

This is a special message for this issue of the newsletter, which falls on the Winter Solstice. Solstice (in the Northern Hemisphere) will be exactly at 5:23 pm. Howling at the Edge of Chaos is closing on Saturday. Valerie J. Mitchell opened in Beacon a year and a half ago, and created a store that showcases artists' creations that "howl their truth," which is the store's motto. Valerie was diagnosed with a rare form of ovarian cancer in June. Less than three months after her treatments ended, she has learned that the cancer is back. It is in her liver and colon and she is considered terminal. Valerie says that she has chosen quality of life, and is not pursuing treatments. She will be traveling with family and being at peace with her next steps. The lights have been on in the store on a hit-or-miss basis, in between doctor's appointments. We stopped in and made a few purchases (pictured above) yesterday, making sure to get in while the shop was open, pushing aside any other commitments that were on the calendar. Two lessons here. First: Valerie wove into her shop's mission to get out the truth. Her storefront window was dedicated to ovarian cancer awareness, as it is one of the most silent and swift of the cancers, often going undetected. She wants more people to be aware of their bodies and to stay in front of them. A Little Beacon Blog will be sharing an ovarian cancer awareness post to help spread the word. Second: After we hugged and laughed a lot about anything and everything at all, Valerie made sure to talk about the "Just a Card" campaign. She's very eager to sell everything in the store, so do go in, it's very festive. The "Just a Card" campaign is one that sends the message that if every person who walked into a shop and expressed their love and appreciation for it just "bought a card" - however small the purchase - it helps the store continue and prosper. A personal regret has been not buying more from Howling at the Edge of Chaos. Many times, there are lots of little treats that could have been purchased, but were "I'll treat myself to that later." Later may not be available anymore. Out of this entire galaxy of time, we only live for 100 years of it, if that. Some only have 36 years, or 17 years, or 9 years, or 2 years. Don't wait for later. If you want this beauty in your life - these shops, these people who set up the shops and take big risks to be here - go inside. Treat yourself. Make someone happy with a gift. HOLIDAY HOUSE LIGHTS Y'ALL! Beacon, you outdid yourself again this year. Marilyn, ALBB's Managing Editor, points out that we have over 25 photos (so far) in the lineup. Thank you to those who emailed in their masterpieces! Says Lauren and Brent, whose house is in our collection: "My husband and I just moved to Beacon at the end of the summer, and we were SO excited to decorate our new home." We literally drove around with Christmas music blaring from our iPhone when the radio wouldn't work, eating chocolate and snacks while collecting pictures when we could. Traffic can make it tricky to take pictures of some houses (Verplanck - you've got it going on! But we couldn't stop with cars!) Street names are indicated where we can, but we couldn't record streets and take pics at the same time. Taking yourself on a night drive of Beacon is wonderful this time of year. Enjoy. Let's get to the Things To Do! Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance. Winter Tidings at Rombout Middle School Day: Friday, December 21, 2018 Time: 5:30 to 6:30 pm Location: Rombout Middle School, 88 Matteawan Road, Beacon, NY Information > Blue Christmas Day: Friday, December 21, 2018 Time: 7 to 8 pm Location: First Presbyterian Church, 50 Liberty St., Beacon, NY Information > A Very Slambovian Christmas: The Slambovian Circus of Dreams Day: Saturday, December 22, 2018 Time: 8:30 pm Location: Towne Crier Cafe, 379 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide. Pop-Up at Create Space Day: Saturday, December 15-23, 2018 Location: 145 Main St., Beacon, NY Co-created by Kelly Kingman, this pop-up is offering classes, interesting gifts and vintage apparel, plus refreshingly original gift wrapping services. Information > Holiday Artisan Market Days: All of December 2018 Time: See hours in Pop-Up Guide Location: The Lofts at Beacon, 18 Front St., Beacon, NY Vintage Things at Pop-Up at Zora Dora's Day: Now through January at least. Time: 8:30 pm Location: Zora Dora's Paletaria, 201 Main St., Beacon, NY Check out the Pop-Up Guide for more upcoming pop-up events. BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across Cliff Street from Beacon Bread Company) They're OPEN! Luxe Optique owns the building they are in, and were recently renovating their original storefront side on the corner. The windows on their corner are brightly lit again, and you can come in either door, as they occupy both storefront spaces. Remember to use your vision insurance or FSA before the year's end! Eye exams are available almost every day of the week, so walk in or make an appointment: (845) 838-2020. BOUTIQUES IN THE MIDDLE L a M è r e Clothing + Goods 436 Main Street If you need a dose of happy, you just take yourself on into L a M è r e, Beacon's newest clothing boutique on the east end of town near the mountain. They are located across the street from the Beacon Theater, JonCar Realty, and After Eden Gallery and Heroes and Villains. Find a pair of slipper-inspired kitten heels for $78 and affordable brands like BB Dakota. Then grab a coffee at Ella's Bellas, up the block. BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the dummy light) Rain stops no wedding. This Lambs Hill Bride, Meredith, made it into Westchester/Hudson Valley Wedding Magazine! Meredith is wearing Justin Alexander and totally made that rainy day work for her photo shoot. Make your own luck! Thank you to the following shops for sponsoring our Shopping Guide! L a M è r e Clothing + Goods, Luxe Optique and Lambs Hill. Thank you to Barb's Butchery and BAJA 328 for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide! Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Restaurant Guide for all of the restaurants in Beacon, and see our Brunch Guide for your morning dining needs! Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes, classes during the week, and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide. Art & Zine Club Meetup Day: Friday, December 21, 2018 Time: 3:30 to 5 pm Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Holiday Camp at All Sport Day: Monday to Friday, December 24 to 28, 2018 Time: 8 am to 5:30 pm Location: All Sport Health & Fitness, 17 Old Main St., Fishkill, NY Information > Open Greenhouse at Stony Kill Farm Day: Every Saturday and Sunday Time: 11 am to 1 pm Location: 79 Farmstead Lane, Wappingers Falls, NY Information > For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide. Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. Time to freshen up your hair style - or beard! Find a salon in Beacon at A Little Beacon Blog's Beauty Guide. REAL ESTATE LISTINGS 7 Creek Drive offers apartment rentals near nature, yet within quick walking distance to shops and restaurants. These apartments are nestled between Mount Beacon and Main Street, along the Fishkill Creek. Real Estate Agent: Gatehouse Realty, (845) 831-9550 Details + Pictures > VIEW THIS LISTING VIEW ALL LISTINGS PARTNER SPONSOR HIGHLIGHTS Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency Working with Astor's Adopt-A-Family program, Antalek & Moore adopted a family for the holiday season. Of the more than 7,000 children and families Astor serves every year, the 1,800 individuals enrolled in the Adopt-A-Family program are the neediest. Antalek & Moore received a wish list from their family, and the staff went out and shopped for, wrapped and delivered the gifts. "We are so very fortunate to be able to support Astor this holiday season!" A Little Beacon Space Do you need to teach a class or run a workshop? Join other companies who hold retreats in A Little Beacon Space, including edible Hudson Valley, Class Pass, Giving Data, and others. Enjoy a warm, intimate setting in the heart of Beacon. Book Your Retreat With A Little Beacon Space > BeaconArts BeaconArts is an integral part of Beacon, and is involved in many of the events and public art displays you see around the community. Joining them as a business or individual benefits you by connecting you to other like-minded artists, makers and connectors. Learn more here > Katie James, Inc. Work together to get things done faster, and benefit from getting new ideas during the "Do It Together" package available to local Beaconites (and those who want to drive here). During this session, sit with Katie as she makes the changes with you to your website. Available to people who use Squarespace and/or MailChimp. The normal studio rate is $350 per hour, but the Do It Together package is $150 per hour. Learn More And Book A Session Online > Beacon Chamber of Commerce Looking to spotlight your new space to the community? Join the Beacon Chamber and throw a celebratory ribbon-cutting, or host a member meeting. Learn More > Tin Shingle Tin Shingle is a training platform for business owners, artists and makers looking to build their brand and get the word out. Tin Shingle reveals the secrets of the magazine industry to help you get featured in one, and gives fresh ideas for approaches to social media. Follow along with their latest industry articles. Details > MASTHEAD Producers of this newsletter include: Katie Hellmuth Martin, Publisher, Writer, Designer, Photographer Marilyn Perez, Managing Editor Catherine Sweet, Editor of the Second Saturday Guide Advertise With A Little Beacon Blog The support from every advertiser of A Little Beacon Blog helps make local news get produced. You can be part of making it happen, and get your business in front of the community in a meaningful way. Learn More > NEWSLETTER SIGNUP Until next week!

Happening This Weekend - 12/7/2018

It's December's Second Saturday - maybe one of our most favorite Second Saturdays of the whole year! Businesses and galleries will be open later and the streets will be busy with holiday shoppers, art lovers, theater lovers checking out "A Chorus Line" by The Beacon Players, and tree-lighting spectators. See A Little Beacon Blog's Second Saturday Art Guide here. Maybe consider taking a FREE yoga class at Firefly Yoga in Fishkill Saturday morning to get grounded first. SEND 'EM IN!: Your Holiday House Lights. We'd love to make Beacon into its own Holiday Lights Show, but we need your tips! Sometimes we drive around hunting for house lights, but we can't get everywhere. Don't be shy - show us your inner Griswold! Submit a photo of the outside of your house to editorial@alittlebeaconblog.com for consideration. Perfection and grandness not required. Just fun. Let's get to the Things To Do! Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance. The Beacon Players presents “A Chorus Line” Days: Friday to Sunday, December 7-9, 2018 Time: Friday and Saturday, 7:30 pm; Sunday, 2 pm Location: The Theatre at Beacon High School, 101 Matteawan Road, Beacon, NY Information > The Judith Tulloch Band & Might Girl Days: Friday, December 7, 2018 Time: 7:30 pm (doors) Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Breakfast With Santa Day: Saturday, December 8, 2018 Time: 11 am Location: The Towne Crier, 379 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt, “FDR Home for the Holidays at Springwood” Day: Saturday, December 8, 2018 Time: 9 am to 4 pm Location: 4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY  Information > BeaconArts + City of Beacon’s Bicycle Tree Lighting Day: Saturday, December 8, 2018 Time: 4 pm activities start, 5 pm Santa arrives and tree is lit Location: Polhill Park/Visitors Center, intersection of Main Street and Route 9D Information > All are welcome to participate in this community gathering sponsored by the City of Beacon Recreation Department and BeaconArts. Bring your own mug for hot cider or hot chocolate! Meet The Artist: Stan Lindwasser Day: Saturday, December 8, 2018 Time: 6 to 8 pm Location: Oak Vino, 389 Main St., Beacon, NY Meet the Artist: Stanley Lindwasser! Stanley is exhibiting his 2018 collection of paintings at Oak Vino. This is your chance to talk to Stanley about how he paints, as well as his view of color, paint and texture. Read more about his method in Chronogram’s article. And see how one of his paintings looks in this light. Thank you to Stanley and his wife Helen for supporting A Little Beacon Blog with this sponsored listing! Information > Live Concert: Nate Wood's fOUR Day: Saturday, December 8, 2018 Time: 9 pm Location: Quinn's, 330 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > No Strings Marionettes Day: Sunday, December 9, 2018 Time: 1 pm & 4 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Get Lit Beacon - Literary Salon Day: Sunday, December 9, 2018 Time: 5 to 8 pm Location: Oak Vino Wine Bar, 389 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.     Artisan Pop-Up Shop Day: Saturday, December 8, 2018 Time: 11 am to 8 pm Location: A Little Beacon Space, 291 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Work:Shop Winter Market Day: Saturday & Sunday, December 8 & 9, 2018 Time: Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm Location: Wickham Solid Wood Studio, 578 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Vintage Holiday Pop-Up Day: Saturday & Sunday, December 8-9, 2018 Time: 10 am to 6 pm Location: OPEN SPACE, 510 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Manitou School Holiday Bazaar Day: Saturday, December 8, 2018 Time: 10 am to 2 pm Location: Manitou School, 1656 Route 9D, Cold Spring, NY This shopping experience is a fundraiser for the school, which has been offered a $3,000 matching grant. Information > Check out our Pop-Up Guide for more upcoming pop-up events.     BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END   Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across Cliff Street from Beacon Bread Company) You're seeing clearly, 30% off Henau frames. This ain't your order-over-the-internet glasses, this is real glasses couture. If you were looking for an entry point to one of the higher-end lines in the store, this is it. Go into Luxe Optique this weekend - or any day of the week - to try on a pair! You will be amazed at how good you feel.     BOUTIQUES IN THE MIDDLE     L a M è r e Clothing + Goods 436 Main Street Have you been invited to a holiday party and have nothing to wear? Take yourself on down to L a M è r e right now, this instant. We put this outfit together for you - black sequin pants with a white sweater with unforgettable feathers on the shoulder. All for easy prices, as the brands curated by L a M è r e's owner are French Connection and others. Follow her Instagram - @lamereclothingandgoods - to see what just came in. BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the dummy light) Stunning! If you want to be put into the holiday mood, walk the strip at 1 East Main Street to see what Lambs Hill has done to their windows (this is near the mountain and the old train tracks). Magic is going on inside. BTW: There is a retail space available next to Lambs Hill, if you were looking to plant some roots down in the retail space... Thank you to the following shops for sponsoring our Shopping Guide! L a M è r e Clothing + Goods, Luxe Optique and Lambs Hill.     Thank you to BAJA for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide!   Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Restaurant Guide for all of the restaurants in Beacon, and see our Brunch Guide for your morning dining needs!       FREE Yoga Community Classes Day: Saturday, December 8, 2018 Times: 8:30 am, 10 am, noon Location: Firefly Yoga, 992 Main St., Fishkill, NY A Little Beacon Blog’s Managing Editor, Marilyn Perez, will be one of the graduating teachers leading one of the classes! Information > Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes, classes during the week, and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide.   Saturday Studio at Dia:Beacon Day: Saturday, December 8, 2018 Time: 10:30 am Location: DIA: Beacon, 3 Beekman St., Beacon, NY Information > For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide. Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. Time to freshen up your hair style - or beard! Find a salon in Beacon at A Little Beacon Blog's Beauty Guide. REAL ESTATE LISTINGS Will you be the next owner of this house? This unique property is nestled between Rombout and Academy (the driveway is one of the first on Rombout Avenue near South Avenue Elementary, but the address is 7 Academy Street in Beacon). The renovated kitchen and carefully crafted outdoor spaces are quite desirable. This is a house plus carriage house in one. Perfect for a live/work opportunity. Real Estate Agent: JonCar Realty Details + Pictures > VIEW THIS LISTING VIEW ALL LISTINGS PARTNER SPONSOR HIGHLIGHTS         A Little Beacon Space Bring the eggnog! 'Tis the season for holiday business parties! Looking for a space for your client party? There is still time to book with A Little Beacon Space.                 Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency Antalek & Moore can find the best insurance for your home, car, business, event, and more. They work with big names, including Progressive, Travelers, and others. Call them today at (845) 831-4300 or visit them at 340 Main St., Beacon, NY. BeaconArts BICYCLE TREE LIGHTING Saturday, December 8 4 pm: A Festive “Kick Off” with dancers from Yanarella Dance Studio 4:30 pm: Seventh night of Hanukkah – BeaconArts + Beacon Hebrew Alliance Bicycle Menorah Lighting 4:45 pm: Community Caroling with Gina Samardge and Compass Arts 5 pm: Santa arrives, led in by the Beacon Music Factory’s one and only Women’s Drum Corps! Countdown to the Bicycle Christmas Tree Lighting Santa will be staying to greet families until 6 pm.         A Little Beacon Space THIS SATURDAY! Saturday, December 8, 2018 An Artisan Pop-Up Shop, for one day only! Featuring Allegory (jewelry), Anna West (paintings), Teller Hill (eco-friendly dog accessories), Reklaimed (fabric flowers and more, and is the original Beacon pop-up shop creator of Cherry Bomb!), Moss Pocket (small-batch ceramic wares). Details > Beacon Chamber of Commerce Looking to spotlight your new space to the community? Join the Beacon Chamber, and throw a celebratory ribbon-cutting or host a member meeting. Learn More > Tin Shingle Tin Shingle is a training platform for business owners, artists and makers looking to build their brand and get the word out. Tin Shingle reveals the secrets of the magazine industry to help you get featured in one, and gives fresh ideas for approaches to social media. Follow along with their latest industry articles. Details > Katie James, Inc. NEW Special Rate: "The Do It Together" hourly rate is designed for people who use Squarespace and MailChimp, and want to get work done on their websites or newsletters. During this session, sit with Katie as she makes the changes with you to your website. The time can include design and strategy. The regular studio rate is $350 per hour, but the Do It Together package is $150 per hour. Zip through your to-do list - quick! Contact for Details > MASTHEAD Producers of this newsletter include: Katie Hellmuth Martin, Publisher, Writer, Designer, Photographer Marilyn Perez, Managing Editor Catherine Sweet, Editor of the Second Saturday Guide Advertise With A Little Beacon Blog The support from every advertiser of A Little Beacon Blog helps make local news get produced. You can be part of making it happen, and get your business in front of the community in a meaningful way. Learn More > NEWSLETTER SIGNUP Until next week!

Happening This Weekend - 11/30/2018

Beacon is spectacular right now - there's so much to see and do. Walking around is fun, but don't forget about that Beacon Free Bus that can lift you from one end of town to the other - for free! SAVE THE DATE: Big shopping days in Beacon are coming up. The first Hop & Shop Beacon is set for Thursday and Friday, December 13 and 14. Shops have organized to stay open later on these nights, and offer sales and other special things. See participants here. SEEKING: Holiday House Lights. If you're decorating this year, we want to see! Submit a photo of the outside of your house to editorial@alittlebeaconblog.com for consideration. Perfection and grandness not required - just fun! FOOD PANTRIES: Food can be donated to any of these food pantries in Beacon. If you know of updates to this list, please write in and let us know. Let's get to the Things To Do! Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance. EATING ANIMALS: Movies That Matter Beacon Day: Friday, November 30, 2018 Time: 7 to 9:30 pm, film at 7:30 pm Location: First Presbyterian Church of Beacon, McKinley Hall, 50 Liberty St., Beacon, NY Information > Celebration Of Lights Parade & Fireworks Day: Friday, November 30, 2018 Time: 6:30 pm Location: Downtown Poughkeepsie, NY Information > Putnam Chorale Presents Holy HAYDN! Day: Friday, November 30, 2018 Time: 7 to 9 pm Location: St. Joachim, 51 Leonard St., Beacon, NY Information > Sinterklaas Festival Day! Day: Saturday, December 1, 2018 Time: All day! Location: Village of Rhinebeck, Rhinebeck, NY Information > 2nd Beacon Zoning Forum - Open To The Public Day: Saturday, December 1, 2018 Time: 10 am to noon Location: Beahive, First Floor, 291 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > The Wayne Horvitz Trio Concert Day: Saturday, December 1, 2018 Time: 8 pm Location: Atlas Studios, 11 Spring St., Newburgh, NY Information > Holiday Lights & Decoration Open House At Vanderbilt Mansion Day: Sunday, December 2, 2018 Time: 9 am to 7 pm Location: Vanderbilt Mansion, 4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.     Mid-Hudson Etsy Makers Holiday Pop-Up Market Day: Saturday, December 1, 2018 Time: 11 am to 5 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Check out the Pop-Up Guide for more upcoming Pop-Up events.       BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END   Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across Cliff Street from Beacon Bread Company) The message is out: WE’RE OPEN! Luxe Optique moved next door for a spell while they renovate their original space. The owner of Luxe Optique, Laurie Riehle, also owns the building, which includes the two storefronts. How to tell them apart? The storefront on the right has darker windows than their corner space. Luxe Optique is open seven days, so don't give it a second thought when you get a chance - walk on in! Pictured here is Ryon, a well-educated eyewear stylist, modeling for this shot. Go inside and say "Hi" to him!     BOUTIQUES IN THE MIDDLE     L a M è r e Clothing + Goods 436 Main Street April Perri is a mother of three, lives in Poughkeepsie, and wanted to open a shop in Beacon - for moms. The name of her shop, in fact, is French for "the mother." Talk to her, and you'll find out: "It's not like we became moms and just died - that style doesn't matter for us anymore." April has curated a wide selection of brands that are affordable - and size-forgiving. Looking for inspiration? Let April pull some styles for you that maybe you hadn't considered. And if you need a quickie pair of sunglasses, she has those too. Follow her Instagram @lamereclothingandgoods to see what just came in. PS: If you have a stroller and can't navigate the steps, consider parking the stroller in the front yard and bringing the baby inside. Speaking from experience, this blogging mother has gotten good at buying without trying on. The Discerning Eye has evolved. BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the dummy light) Yes, you are looking at the ceiling of Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique, and yes it is a forest floor of ferns and fireflies. Even if you're not a bride, go into the store to experience it. Designed - and installed - by store owner Charlotte Guernsey herself and her stylists. See more pictures at Lambs Hill's Instagram here. Thank you to the following shops for sponsoring our Shopping Guide! L a M è r e Clothing + Goods, Luxe Optique and Lambs Hill.     Thank you to BAJA for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide!   Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Restaurant Guide for all of the restaurants in Beacon, and see our Brunch Guide for your morning dining needs!       The Ecstasy of Tantric Drawing Day: Sunday, December 2, 2018 Time: 3 to 6 pm Location: Beacon of Light Wellness Center, 4 S. Chestnut St., Beacon, NY Information > Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes, classes during the week, and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide.   Babysitting Course Day: Saturday, December 1, 2018 Time: 9:30 am to 1:30 pm Location: Fishkill Recreation, 792 Route 52, Fishkill, NY Information >  For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide. Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. Time to freshen up your hair style - or beard! Find a salon in Beacon at A Little Beacon Blog's Beauty Guide. REAL ESTATE LISTINGS There's a lot of potential in this house at 86 Beacon Street (in Newburgh) with the two-car garage, front porch and interior with wide doors for an open feel. Dubbed a "TLC Heartthrob" by its agent, Sarah Beckham Hooff, this house is ready for someone who likes to go elbow-deep into a project. Priced at $119,000. Visit it before it goes off the market for the winter! Details + Pictures > VIEW THIS LISTING VIEW ALL LISTINGS PARTNER SPONSOR HIGHLIGHTS                 Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency Antalek & Moore can find the best insurance for your home, car, business, event, and more. They work with big names including Progressive, Travelers, and others. The folks at Antalek & Moore do the research for you and act as your advocate for lowering your rates, or filing a claim. Call them today at (845) 831-4300 or visit them at 340 Main St., Beacon, NY. BeaconArts MENORAH LIGHTING Starting Sunday, December 2 at 5:30 pm, one wheel will be lit for Hanukkah each night. Note: On Friday, December 7, and Saturday, December 8, lighting will be at 4:30pm. Each wheel will be lit in honor of something special. See the honorees here. Details about the lighting > BICYCLE TREE LIGHTING Saturday, December 8. 4 pm:  A Festive “Kick Off” with dancers from Yanarella Dance Studio 4:30 pm: 7 Night of Hanukkah  – BeaconArts + Beacon Hebrew Alliance Bicycle Menorah Lighting 4:45 pm: Community Caroling with Gina Samardge and Compass Arts 5 pm: Santa arrives, led in by the Beacon Music Factory’s one and only Women’s Drum Corps! Following Santa's arrival, we'll countdown to the Bicycle Christmas Tree Lighting Santa will be staying to greet families until 6 pm.         A Little Beacon Space Bring the eggnog! 'Tis the season for Holiday Business Parties!  Looking for a space for your client party? There is still time to book with A Little Beacon Space.         A Little Beacon Space SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, December 8, 2018 An Artisan Pop-Up Shop for one day only! Featuring Allegory (jewelry), Anna West (paintings), Teller Hill (eco-friendly dog accessories), Reklaimed (fabric flowers and more, from the creator of Beacon's original pop-up shop Cherry Bomb!), and Moss Pocket (small-batch ceramic wares). Details > Tin Shingle Tin Shingle is a training platform for business owners, artists and makers looking to build their brand and get the word out. Tin Shingle reveals the secrets of the magazine industry to help you get featured in one (or more!), and gives fresh ideas for approaches to social media. Follow along with their latest industry articles. Details > Katie James, Inc. NEW Special Rate: "The Do It Together" hourly rate is designed for people who use Squarespace and MailChimp, and want to get work done on their websites or newsletters. During this session, sit with Katie as she makes the changes with you to your website. The session can include design and strategy during your time. Studio rate is $350/hour, but the Do It Together package is $150/hour. Zip through your to-do list, quick! Contact for Details > Beacon Chamber of Commerce The Beacon Chamber of Commerce is available to all businesses in Beacon, as well as others nearby. Membership and event opportunities are available to help connect businesses. Learn More > Advertise With A Little Beacon Blog The support from every advertiser of A Little Beacon Blog helps make local news get produced. You can be part of making it happen, and get your business in front of the community in a meaningful way. Learn More > NEWSLETTER SIGNUP Until next week!

Happening This Weekend - 11/16/2018

Just when we thought this weekend was going to be a quiet one. In fact, the opening line for this weekend's edition of the email was going to be: "It may be the last weekend of calm before the holiday madness really kicks in." And then the snow storm came! Unbelievable. We hope you are safe. But guess what? Main Street Beacon is OPEN! These business owners are fierce. So come on down! Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance. Beacon Performing Arts Center presents “Annie Kids” Days: Friday to Sunday, November 16-18, 2018 Times: Friday's performance has been moved to Saturday Saturday, Nov. 17: 11 am, 2 pm  Sunday, Nov. 18: 6:30 pm Location: Beacon High School Theatre, 101 Matteawan Road, Beacon, NY Information > Little Boxes Art Contest and Reception Day: Saturday, November 17, 2018 Time: 6 to 9 pm Location: Scenic Hudson's River Center (Red Barn) at Long Dock Park, Beacon, NY Information > Live Concert: Equinox Series presents Clear Light Ensemble Day: Saturday, November 17, 2018 Time: 8 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 447 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Beacon Film Society: A Bread Factory (Double-Header) Day: Sunday, November 18, 2018 Time: 1:30 to 6:30 pm Location: BEAHIVE, 291 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Sound/Peace (Seeking Harmony in Dissonant Times) Day: Sunday, November 18, 2018 Time: 3:30 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 447 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Bringing Broadway To Beacon Starring Lindsay Mendez Day: Monday, November 19, 2018 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Beacon High School, 101 Matteawan Road, Beacon, NY Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.     Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes, classes during the week, and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide.   Singing Books Day: Saturday, November 17, 2018 Time: 2 pm Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide.    Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here.     BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END   Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across Cliff Street from Beacon Bread Company) Luxe Optique has a full-service eye examination room in their shop, with two optometrists: Dr. James Carroll, O.D., who received his bachelor's degree in biological sciences from Binghamton University and earned his Doctor of Optometry from SUNY College of Optometry, and Dr. Alexandra Herrera, O.D., who received her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from Marist College and graduated Magna Cum Laude. From there, she went on to get her Doctor of Optometry from SUNY College of Optometry. BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the Dummy Light) Just before the snow ❄️ fell, we stepped inside of the expanded Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique now that they have expanded to three storefront windows at 1 East Main. Take a look around in our Insta video - and that’s not even all of it! The third room is getting its ceiling done in green grass! Thank you to the following shops for sponsoring our Shopping Guide!  Luxe Optique and Lambs Hill.   Thank you to BAJA for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide!   Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Restaurant Guide for all of the restaurants in Beacon, and see our Brunch Guide for your morning dining needs! Time to freshen up your hair style - or beard! Find a salon in Beacon at A Little Beacon Blog's Beauty Guide. REAL ESTATE LISTINGS The luxury loft rental apartments at 7 Creek Drive are one of the largest new apartment buildings in Beacon, yet are one of the hardest to find. They are nestled into a slope near the Fishkill Creek, facing Mount Beacon. If the view of the mountain is one of your favorite, and you want to start renting in Beacon, this apartment with a parking spot and optional additional parking in a heated garage is for you. Details + Pictures > VIEW THIS LISTING VIEW ALL LISTINGS PARTNER SPONSOR HIGHLIGHTS         A Little Beacon Space Bring the eggnog! 'Tis the season for Holiday Business Parties! Looking for a space for your special event? There is still time to book with A Little Beacon Space.         A Little Beacon Space SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, December 9, 2018 A Handmade Pop-Up Shop for one day only! Featuring Allegory (jewelry), Anna West (paintings), Teller Hill (eco-friendly dog accessories), Reklaimed (fabric flowers and more, and is the original Beacon pop-up shop creator of Cherry Bomb!), and Moss Pocket (small-batch ceramic wares). Details > Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency Antalek & Moore can find the best insurance for your home, car, business, event, and more. You can still work directly with the insurance company you go with, like Progressive or Travelers, like if you want to pay your bill over the phone or ask a question. For no extra cost, the folks at Antalek & Moore do the research for you and act as your advocate if you need to file a claim or if something goes wrong. Call them today at (845) 831-4300 or visit them at 340 Main St., Beacon, NY. Tin Shingle Happy Snow Day! If you work from home and if kids are around, you might like Tin Shingle's Snow Day Survival Kit When Working With Kids. It's a time-tested method that might make the day go smoother! Get These Tips > Katie James, Inc. NEW Special Rate: "The Do It Together" hourly rate is designed for people who use Squarespace and MailChimp, and want to get work done on their websites or newsletters. During this session, sit with Katie as she makes the changes with you to your website. This can include design and strategy during your time. Studio rate is $350/hour, but the Do It Together package is $150/hour. Zip through your to-do list quick! Contact for Details > Beacon Chamber of Commerce The Beacon Chamber of Commerce is available to all businesses in Beacon, as well as others nearby. Membership and event opportunities are available to help connect businesses. Learn More > BeaconArts Your membership with BeaconArts is important to provide funding, support and expertise for achieving BeaconArts’ vision and mission. Volunteers are important to the success of the many BeaconArts activities and are the backbone of BeaconArts’ achievements. If you would like to make a donation to one of their sponsored projects, click here. Advertise With A Little Beacon Blog The support from every advertiser of A Little Beacon Blog helps make local news get produced. You can be part of making it happen, and get your business in front of the community in a meaningful way. Learn More > NEWSLETTER SIGNUP Until next week!

Happening This Weekend - 11/9/2018

It's November's Second Saturday and it's time to see what new work Beacon's local art galleries have in store. Take a peek now at our Art Gallery Guide to decide what you want to see. Have you checked out Beacon's Free Bus, the Beacon Loop, yet? It's really easy! It can get you around town lickity-split! Hail it from literally anywhere on Main Street, and it will scoop you up and put you down where you want. PS: An update to yesterday's protest in Beacon: about 200 reportedly participated in the local event, which was one of 900 protests across the country regarding the resignation of Jeff Sessions as Attorney General and his temporary replacement. Read all about it here and see pictures > Alright... Let's see what you're doing this weekend! First of all, there's that can't-miss bake sale for a cause, For Goodness Bake, which is still accepting baked goods! See here for details... Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance. The For Goodness Bake Bake Sale Day: Saturday, November 10, 2018 Time: 10 am to 4 pm Location: 145 Main St., Beacon, NY (aka Beacon Healing Massage & Create Space) The For Goodness Bake event is a Beacon staple, and has become an annual event throughout the years. Started by Kristen Pratt and Tara Tornello, the community-sourced bake sale raises money for one particular cause that has demonstrated an urgent need in the community. Say Kristen and Tara for this year: “We wanted to raise funds to help keep a beloved Beacon family together. For four years, this local family (who must remain anonymous) has helped to nurture a little boy who needed a home. Now his future and their family are in jeopardy as they face a difficult fight for his rights.” See A Little Beacon Blog's article for details and pictures (we even have sneak-peek photos of fresh-out-of-the-oven yummies!) > VintageMania Pop-Up Shop Day: Saturday, November 10, 2018 Time: 11 am to 8 pm Location: A Little Beacon Space, 291 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > The Mitten - Encore Performance Day: Saturday, November 10, 2018 Time: 11 am and 3 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Stanley Lindwasser 2018 Exhibition at Oak Vino Day: Saturday, November 10, 2018 Time: 6 to 8 pm Location: Oak Vino, 357 Main St., Beacon, NY This Beacon-based artist only comes out to exhibit once per year. The rest of the days, he is painting in his backyard shed with his two dogs and loving family. Meet this 71-year-old career painter who relocated to Beacon last year, and continues to be inspired by the Hudson Valley. Read what Chronogram said about him in this feature. Information > "Autumn in the Hudson Valley" Opening Reception Day: Saturday, November 10, 2018 Time: 5 to 7 pm Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Howland Chamber Music Circle presents Modigliani Quartet Day: Sunday, November 11, 2018 Time: 4 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.     WHEN: Saturday, November 10, 2018 TIME: 11 am to 9 pm LOCATION: A Little Beacon Space, 291 Main St., Beacon NY, 12508 The '90s Pop-Up Shop VintageMania​! A one-stop shop for your '90s nostalgic needs! They are SUPER excited to open The Space for you. The VintageMania peeps have an agenda for the day - this will be quite an experience! Find Starter jackets. Windbreakers. Sports apparel. Snapbacks. WWF tees. Character tees. Toys. Home décor. Watches. Video games. Accessories. Agenda: Shopping PLUS video games in the morning, Pokémon giveaways in the afternoon, and trivia at 6 pm! Door prizes and giveaways ALL DAY! Do you have a pop-up shop you are setting up? Tell us about it! We may add it to our Pop-Up Shop Guide.   The Spiral: Giving Thanks Through Body, Breath & Sound Day: Saturday, November 10, 2018 Time: 1 to 4 pm Location: The Dancing Web, 46 Buchanan St., Beacon, NY Information >   Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes, classes during the week, and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide.   Art & Zine Club Meetup Day: Friday, November 9, 2018 Time: 3:30 to 5 pm Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Saturday Studio for Kids at Dia:Beacon Day: Saturday, November 10, 2018 Time: 10:30 am to noon Location: DIA: Beacon, 3 Beekman St., Beacon, NY Information > For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide.    Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here.     BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END   Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across Cliff Street from Beacon Bread Company) We've heard your questions - "But does Luxe Optique accept insurance?" Luxe Optique has a new app that makes it easy to find out what your insurance will pay for out-of-network purchases and eye exams. Luxe Optique can work with your insurance, and it's worth it. Plus, you get 15% off your order just for trying! Literally, 15% off just for having them look up your insurance on their nifty tablet, as demonstrated here by Ryon and Jessica.   BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the dummy light) HOP & SHOP! Save The Date! An extended weekend of shopping is coming to Beacon for the holidays, and Lambs Hill is a part of it! The event is called Hop and Shop Beacon, and is Thursday and Friday, December 13 and 14. Night shopping is so special during the holidays, when the lights are on and the shops are warm and cozy. During that winter weekend, several shops will be open later. See the "Hop and Shop" page for details. Thank you to the following shops for sponsoring our Shopping Guide!  Luxe Optique and Lambs Hill.   Thank you to BAJA for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide!   Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Restaurant Guide for all of the restaurants in Beacon, and see our Brunch Guide for your morning dining needs! Time to freshen up your hair style - or beard! Find a salon in Beacon at A Little Beacon Blog's Beauty Guide. REAL ESTATE LISTINGS Please email us when you move into this home, because we already want to visit! We took a drive to this house - it has four fireplaces by the way - and the listing isn't kidding about stunning views of Mount Beacon. This house feels like a country home, is beautiful inside and out, and can fit a family. While it feels country, it is quite close to downtown Beacon. You are within walking distance to one of the best breakfast sandwiches at Bob's Corner Store. Call or email JonCar Realty to view the home: (845) 831-3331 or joncarrealty@yahoo.com. Details + Pictures > VIEW THIS LISTING VIEW ALL LISTINGS PARTNER SPONSOR HIGHLIGHTS Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency Susan Pagones and Vince Lemma were main sponsors of the Beacon Historical Society's "Beacons of History" fundraiser last night. We were there too, and were so fortunate and honored to attend with Susan and Vince, and to hear so many stories from Susan herself about Beacon's history. Supporting the community has always been a top priority of Antalek & Moore. Pictured here are the honorees, Ronnie Beth Sauers and B.P.O.E. Lodge #1493.         Tis the season for holiday pop-up shops and parties! Looking for a space for your special event? There is still time to book with A Little Beacon Space. Want to host your pop-up shop at A Little Beacon's Space? How about Black Friday weekend? See here for details. Beacon Chamber of Commerce The Beacon Chamber of Commerce is available to all businesses in Beacon, as well as others nearby. Membership and event opportunities are awesome ways to help connect businesses. Learn More > BeaconArts Your membership with BeaconArts is important to provide funding, support and expertise for achieving BeaconArts’ vision and mission. Volunteers are important to the success of the many BeaconArts activities and are the backbone of BeaconArts’ achievements. If you would like to make a donation to one of their sponsored projects, click here. Tin Shingle Are you trying to get the word out about your business, but don't know where to focus? Tin Shingle is a training platform for how to do this, and also offers private training sessions if you just need to focus and align your efforts in a one-on-one setting. Learn More > Katie James Inc. Katie James Inc. is a couture branding agency located in Beacon, and is the parent company and designers behind A Little Beacon Blog and Tin Shingle. If you like what you see here, hire Katie James Inc. for your branding needs. Specialties include Website Design (Squarespace), Newsletter Design, SEO Writing, Ghost Writing, Print Design and Production. Learn More > Advertise With A Little Beacon Blog The support from every advertiser of A Little Beacon Blog helps make local news get produced. You can be part of making it happen, and get your business in front of the community in a meaningful way. Learn More > NEWSLETTER SIGNUP Until next week!

Saturday: For Goodness Bake Fundraisers String Up Their Aprons Once More To Raise Money For A Family

The For Goodness Bake event is a Beacon staple, and has become an annual event throughout the years. Started by Kristen Pratt and Tara Tornello, the community-sourced bake sale raises money for one particular cause that has demonstrated an urgent need in the community (see below for info on how you can bake). This year, the highly anticipated bake sale is on Saturday, November 10, from 10 am to 3 pm at 145 Main St. in Beacon (aka Beacon Healing Massage and Create Space), near Bank Square Coffeehouse.

Say Kristen and Tara as to what inspired them to put on their aprons: “We wanted to raise funds to help keep a beloved Beacon family together. For 4 years, this local family (who must remain anonymous) has helped to nurture a little boy who needed a home. Now his future and their family are in jeopardy as they face a difficult fight for his rights within a legal system that consistently puts political interests above the best outcomes for children.”

How This Bake Sale Works

Bakers from around the Hudson Valley will join the fundraising efforts by donating a variety of sweet and savory baked goods. Pay-what-you-can beverages and coffee will be provided by Drink More Good and Trax Espresso Bar & Coffee Roasters.

Now in its sixth year, For Goodness Bake has previously raised nearly $15,000 for local causes, including the Beacon After School Program Tuition Assistance Fund, the Beacon Community Kitchen, Green Teen Beacon, and the Kids R Kids Feeding Program.

To learn more about the event or to get involved, call (845) 518-4194 or email forgoodnessbakebeacon@gmail.com.

To donate baked goods, sign up via this link: http://signup.com/go/jsTeNdH

INSIDER TIP! They are accepting baked goods up until the last minute. So if you have mad baking skills, use ‘em! I have done it (I am not a baker) and it was a wonderful initiative to be a part of.

Simply drop off to to Kristen and Tara tonight (Friday) at 145 Main from 6 to 8 pm, or Saturday from 7 to 8 am.

If you are reading this article after the bake sale has ended, but want to offer to bake for another one, email forgoodnessbakebeacon@gmail.com and ask to be added to their notification list.

Photo Credit: For Goodness Bake

Photo Credit: For Goodness Bake

Photo Credit and Baker: Raquel Verdesi

Photo Credit and Baker: Alena Morgan Brown

Photo Credit: For Goodness Bake

Happening This Weekend - 11/2/2018

Balmy with a touch of red leaf foliage! Thank you Beacon Recreation for the Fall Foliage Tracking! Let's see what's going on in and around Beacon this weekend... Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance. Salsa Dance Social Day: Friday, November 2, 2018 Time: 7 pm (dance lesson), 8 pm (dance) Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > B House Performance Garage/Shack Presents Dave Malloy's Ghost Quartet Day: Friday and Saturday, November 2 & 3, 2018 Time: 8 pm Information > Beacon Volunteer Ambulance Corps Kids Halloween Party Day: Saturday, November 3, 2018 Time: 6 pm Location: Beacon Volunteer Ambulance Corps, 1 Arquilla Drive, Beacon, NY Information > Honey Drop Sessions - A Night of Sweetness & Song Day: Saturday, November 3, 2018 Time: 8 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > “Hudson Valley Artists Mentors” Opening Reception Day: Sunday, November 4, 2018 Time: 1:30 to 4:30 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Goods and Services Auction Day: Sunday, November 4, 2018 Time: 3 to 7 pm Location: Wappinger Elks #2609, 1195 Route 376, Wappingers Falls, NY Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.   The Free Tuesday/Thursday Seniors Program at the Salvation Army Day: Thursday is craft day; Tuesday/Thursday include free meals Holiday Note: There will again be a free Thanksgiving Dinner and Christmas Celebration for Seniors. Information >   Submission Guidelines for submitting your classes for consideration to be added to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes, classes during the week, and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide.   NEW Saturday Studio for Kids at Dia: Beacon Day: Second Saturdays (make a note for next week!) Time: 10:30 am to 12 pm Location: 3 Beekman St., Beacon, NY Information > For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide. Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here.     BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END   Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across Cliff Street from Beacon Bread Company) You can never go wrong with classic black frames. We love these Inspired frames by Yves Saint Laurent. Do stop by and check out Luxe Optique's expansion! And book your next eye exam with them in their doctor's office. So convenient!   BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the historic dummy light) TRUNK SHOW! Gorgeous! The Hayley Paige Trunk Show is this weekend! Call (845) 765-2900 or book your trunk show appointment online! Spots are filling up! Don’t miss out! Thank you to the following shops for sponsoring our Shopping Guide!  Luxe Optique and Lambs Hill.   Thank you to BAJA for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide!   Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Restaurant Guide for all of the restaurants in Beacon, and see our Brunch Guide for your morning dining needs! Time to freshen up your hair style - or beard! Find a salon in Beacon at A Little Beacon Blog's Beauty Guide. REAL ESTATE LISTINGS The Carriage House/Renovated 1895 Home Combo is one of the most dreamy, sought-after property listings in Beacon right now. This property requires a perfect match of a buyer - one that may thrive in a live/work space, or other setup that benefits from the bright, open space inside of the carriage house, while living in the renovated 1895 home beside it with a custom kitchen and Capital gourmet stove. Located near the Hudson River and within walking distance of Beacon's Main Street. Are you the perfect match? Call or email JonCar Realty to view it: (845) 831-3331 or joncarrealty@yahoo.com. Details + Pictures > VIEW THIS LISTING VIEW ALL LISTINGS PARTNER SPONSOR HIGHLIGHTS Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency Take a moment today to put down the phone while driving, asks Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency, LLC. Any texting, or even checking your map, could be one distraction too many. Need a change in insurance or want to go cheaper? Call Antalek & Moore any time to find a new insurance company for you: (845) 831-4300         SAVE THE DATE 291 Main Street - A Little Beacon Blog's Space !! VINTAGEMANIA !! '90s Vintage, Trivia, DJ and More! Second Saturday, November 10, 2018 (One day only!) Elite Coast Vintage and Pinot and Pine are teaming up for the ultimate '90s experience for this One-Day Pop-Up Event in A Little Beacon Space! Starter jackets, sportswear, old-school wrestling tees, throwback cartoon merch, home décor, vintage toys, accessories - and MORE! Check out EliteCoastVintage.com and @Elitecoastvintage on Instagram. 11 to 2 pm - SATURDAY MORNING CARTOONS! Stop by, grab a bowl of cereal and watch some old-school cartoons with us. 2 to 5 pm - POKEMON GO COMMUNITY DAY APPRECIATION! Free Pokémon decal with ANY purchase, no minimum required. 6 pm - '90S MUSIC TRIVIA Five teams will compete for the title of '90s Music Experts! Each participant gets a prize, with special gifts for the winners, and other raffles! More Details - Save The Date > Want to host your pop-up shop at A Little Beacon's Space? How about Black Friday Weekend? See here for details. Beacon Chamber of Commerce The Beacon Chamber of Commerce is available to all businesses in Beacon, as well as others. Membership and event opportunities are a great way to help connect businesses. Learn More > BeaconArts Earlier this week, A Little Beacon Blog received an email about this bear and this winged red piano that sits in Beacon. The piano is part of a public art project from BeaconArts. The bear is part of the love note we received from a reader this week. Read The Love Note > Tin Shingle Are you trying to get the word out about your business, but don't know where to focus? Tin Shingle is a training platform for how to do this, and also offers private training sessions if you just need to focus and align your efforts in a one-on-one setting. Learn More > Katie James, Inc. Katie James, Inc. is a couture branding agency located in Beacon, and is the parent company and designers behind A Little Beacon Blog and Tin Shingle. If you like what you see here, hire Katie James, Inc. for your branding needs. Specialties include: Website Design (Squarespace), Newsletter Design, SEO Writing, Ghost Writing, Print Design and Production. Learn More > Advertise With A Little Beacon Blog The support from every advertiser of A Little Beacon Blog helps make local news get produced. You can be part of making it happen, and get your business in front of the community in a meaningful way. Learn More > NEWSLETTER SIGNUP Until next week!

Happening This Weekend - 10/26/2018

What will the weather bring this weekend? Something spooky for sure! The Kids Hocus Pocus Halloween Parade down Main Street is going to be held rain or shine, and so might some other events you had planned. There are plenty of things to do indoors as well! Let's get down to it... Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance. Fishkill Farms Fall Harvest Day: Saturday & Sunday through October 28, 2018 Time: 9 am to 5 pm (rain or shine) Location: Fishkill Farms, 9 Fishkill Farm Road, Hopewell Junction, NY Information > International Film Night - “Victoria & Abdul” Day: Friday, October 26, 2018 Time: 7 pm Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > October Moonwalk: Last One for 2018! Day: Friday, October 26, 2018 Time: 6 to 8 pm Location: Walkway Over The Hudson State Park, 61 Parker Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY Information > Symposium - “Continued Traditions: Painting and Sculpture in the Hudson River Valley" Day: Saturday, October 27, 2018 Time: 9:30 am to noon Location: Boscobel House & Gardens, 1601 Route 9D, Garrison, NY Information > Free Comic Book Day Day: Saturday, October 27, 2018 Time: 11 am to 10 pm Location: The Underground Beacon, 462 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Haunted Barn & Hay Ride Day: Saturday, October 27, 2018 Time: 4 to 7 pm Location: Stony Kill Farm, 79 Farmstead Lane, Wappingers Falls, NY Information > Levanta CD Release Party Day: Saturday, October 27, 2018 Time: 8 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Hocus Pocus Kids Halloween Parade from the Beacon Chamber of Commerce Day: Sunday, October 28, 2018 (rain or shine) Lineup Time: 12 pm at the Visitors Center Parade Start Time: 1 pm Locations: Costumed kids start lining up at the Visitors Center in Polhill Park (South Avenue/9D and Main Street, near Bank Square and Beacon Creamery) for a parade all the way down Main Street stopping at the intersection of Verplanck Avenue and Main Street. How This Works: Wait - Verplanck intersects with Main Street? Yes, it does! Allllll the way at the end of Main Street by the old train tracks and the former Hop location, now Melzingah Tap House. You will parade past the Howland Cultural Center, past the Dummy Light, past The Roundhouse, and you will parade past lots of art galleries and shops you may not have discovered yet on this slightly hidden end of Main Street, sometimes referred to as the East End Gem of Main Street. Collecting Candy: The first step is the parade. Smile and wave! A firetruck will be bringing up the rear of the parade. The second step will be trick or treating from businesses on Main Street, on the sidewalk, on your way back from the end of the parade route. The street will be unblocked, and you and the kids will trick or treat on the sidewalk on the return trip back up Main Street. BONUS: The Roundhouse will once again be handing out cider on their patio. Information > BROADWAY - Bannerman Island Benefit Performance Day: Sunday, October 28, 2018 Time: 2 to 4:30 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Story Screen Presents “Nosferatu” Day: Sunday, October 28, 2018 Time: Doors at 7:30 pm, movie at 8 pm Location: Quinn’s, 330 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Beacon Film Society Presents Screening of “Netizens” Day: Sunday, October 28, 2018 Time: 7 to 9 pm (6:30 pm doors) Location: BEAHIVE, 291 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.   Sleepy Hollow Halloween 10K Day: Saturday, October 27, 2018 Time: 9:30 am; at 9 am there will be a kids costume 1-mile fun run (ages 6 & older) $5 Location: Morse School, 30 Pocantico St., Sleepy Hollow, NY   Rocks, Shells, & Paper: Intro To Marbleing Day: Saturday, October 27, 2018 Time: 10 am to 12 pm Location: Riverwinds Gallery, 172 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Coloring Books for Adults Day: Tuesday, October 30, 2018 Time: 6 to 7:30 pm Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > First Reading Session Day: Saturday, October 27, 2018 Time: 7 to 9 pm Location: Beacon Music Chamber, 4 Academy St., Beacon, NY Information > Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes, classes during the week, and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide.   Crafternoon Grades: 6+ Day: Friday, October 26, 2018 Time: 3:30 to 5 pm Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Amazing Bats! Day: Friday, October 26, 2018 Time: 4 to 5 pm Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide. Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here.     BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END   Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across Cliff Street from Beacon Bread Company) Little did you know, Luxe Optique has an extensive eye exam office inside of the shop, with two very qualified doctors inside just waiting to check out your eyes. You can learn more about Dr. James Carroll, O.D., and Dr. Alexandra Herrera, O.D., here, or stop in to meet them!   BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the Dummy Light) THIS WEEKEND! Friday to Sunday, October 26-28 Gorgeous dresses are on display at the Justin Alexander Trunk Show in Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique. Lambs Hill is located in the renovated factory building known as 1 East Main, neighboring Trax and SallyeAnder. Thank you to the following shops for sponsoring our Shopping Guide! Luxe Optique and Lambs Hill.   Thank you to BAJA for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide!   Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Restaurant Guide for all of the restaurants in Beacon, and see our Brunch Guide for your morning dining needs! Time to freshen up your hair style - or beard! Find a salon in Beacon at A Little Beacon Blog's Beauty Guide. REAL ESTATE LISTINGS This slightly gorgeous total renovation of 1910s Cape Cod-style house at 48 Poplar Street in Newburgh is nice and cozy for countless mornings of coffee in the new kitchen or front sun porch. It has brand-new plumbing, heating and electrical systems throughout, as well as new stainless-steel appliances, a tiled kitchen and bath, refinished wood floors and contemporary fixtures. Located just 5 minutes from Stewart International Airport, and listed at $209,900, you'll want to go check it out. Details + Pictures > VIEW ALL LISTINGS PARTNER SPONSOR HIGHLIGHTS Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency Antalek & Moore matches you with the best, and sometimes lowest price insurance for your Home, Car, and Rental. Here are examples of insurance carriers Antalek & Moore works with, who they will price out for you for competitive bids: Home & Rental Insurance: Travelers Sterling Progressive Hartford Car: Travelers Progressive Hartford Need a change in insurance or want to go cheaper? Call Antalek & Moore any time: (845) 831-4300 They don't carry the insurance, but they hook you up with a new insurance provider or better plan from several big-name companies.         A Little Beacon Blog's Space - 291 Main Street Looking for space to book your holiday company or client party? Come to A Little Beacon Blog's Space, located on Beacon's Main Street. You can host an intimate gathering, bring your own wine, beer or spirits, and serve light food. Details and Pictures > Want to host your pop-up shop at A Little Beacon's Space? How about Black Friday Weekend? See here for details. Beacon Chamber of Commerce Each year the Beacon Chamber of Commerce puts on the Kids Hocus Pocus Halloween Parade with the intent of bringing the community and the businesses and art galleries together. It's this Sunday, rain or shine. Come see the cuties in costume! Details Here > BeaconArts Are you an artist looking to connect in Beacon? A membership with BeaconArts is the coziest way to meet others. BeaconArts is a huge supporter of the arts of all kinds in Beacon. Learn About Membership > Tin Shingle Are you trying to get the word out about your business, but don't know where to focus? Tin Shingle is a training platform for how to do this, and also offers Private Training Sessions if you just need to focus and align your efforts in a one-on-one setting. BONUS: Tin Shingle Members of any level get a 25% discount. Please contact for a coupon code before purchasing. Learn More > Katie James, Inc. Katie James, Inc. is a couture branding agency located in Beacon, and is the parent company and designers behind A Little Beacon Blog and Tin Shingle. If you like what you see here, hire Katie James, Inc. for your branding needs. Specialties include: Website Design (Squarespace), Newsletter Design, SEO Writing, Ghost Writing, Print Design and Production. Learn More > Advertise With A Little Beacon Blog The support from every advertiser of A Little Beacon Blog helps make local news get produced. You can be part of making it happen, and get your business in front of the community in a meaningful way. Learn More > NEWSLETTER SIGNUP Until next week!

Happening This Weekend 10/19/2018

Phew! Back to normal with the fall weather here, sunshine, and outdoor explorations. Let's see what's going on in and around Beacon this weekend... Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance. Fishkill Farms Fall Harvest Day: Saturday & Sunday thru October 28, 2018 Time: 9 am to 5 pm (rain or shine) Location: Fishkill Farms, 9 Fishkill Farm Road, Hopewell Junction, NY Information > ‘The Unsilent Picture’ at Philipsburg Manor Day: Friday to Sunday, October 19-21, 2018 Time: 6:15, 7:15, 8:15, and 9:15 pm Location: Philipsburg Manor, 381 North Broadway (Route 9), Sleepy Hollow, NY Information > Project Drawdown Learn: Solutions-Based Approaches to Climate Change Day: Friday, October 19, 2018 Time: 6:30 to 10 pm Location: BEAHIVE, 291 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Woodworking Demonstration Day Day: Saturday, October 20, 2018 Time: 10:30 am to 4:30 pm (begins every half-hour) Location: Boscobel House & Gardens, 1601 Route 9D, Garrison, NY Information > New York State Sheep & Wool Festival Day: Saturday & Sunday, October 20-21, 2018 Time: Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm; Sunday, 9 am to 4 pm Location: Dutchess County Fairgrounds, 6550 Springbrook Ave, Rhinebeck, NY Information > Grace Smith Pumpkin Parade Day: Saturday, October 20, 2018 Time: 11 am to 3 pm Location: Pulaski Park (at the Waterfront), Poughkeepsie, NY Information > Peak at the Peak: Fall Sunset Kirtan with Kirtan Rabbi Hosted by Beacon Hebrew Alliance Day: Saturday, October 20, 2018 Time: 5 to 7 pm Location: Surprise Lake Camp Retreat Center 382 Lake Surprise Road, Cold Spring, New York 10516 Information > Woodworking Demonstration Day Day:: Saturday, October 20, 2018 Time:: 10:30am-4:30pm (begins every half hour) Location:: Boscobel House & Gardens, 1601 Route 9D, Garrison, NY Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.   Ayurveda Workshop Day: Saturday, October 20, 2018 Time: 1 to 4 pm Location: Bebhakti Yoga, 89 Dewindt St., Beacon, NY Information > New Women's Volleyball League There's a Women's Volleyball League playing Wednesday nights at Rombout Middle School. Join up! Details >   Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes, classes during the week, and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide.   Art & Zine Club Meetup Day: Friday, October 19, 2018 Time: 3:30 to 5 pm Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > 4H Club Information Session Ages: 5+ Day: Monday, October 22, 2018 Time: 7 to 8 pm Location: Stony Kill Farm, 79 Farmstead Lane, Wappingers Falls, NY Howland Chamber Music Circle presents So Percussion Day: Sunday, October 21, 2018 Time: 4 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide.    Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here.     BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END   Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across Cliff Street from Beacon Bread Company) Luxe Optique is expanding! They've been busy at work on their new location - right next door - and now are renovating their current location. (We hear they are making a lounge!) BUT - they are as OPEN as ever. You just need to walk into the door on the right, as pictured here! The new side is larger and more spacious. The eye doctor's office inside also remains open and is taking new patients. Walk in and ask them about it!   BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the historic dummy light) SAVE THE DATE! Friday-Sunday, October 26th-28th Gorgeous dresses will be unpacked and on display at Lambs Hill's Justin Alexander Trunk Show. 💕 Book a showing by calling Lambs Hill at (845) 765-2900 or book through their Instagram! Thank you to the following shops for sponsoring our Shopping Guide!  Luxe Optique and Lambs Hill.   Thank you to BAJA for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide!   Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Restaurant Guide for all of the restaurants in Beacon, and see our Brunch Guide for your morning dining needs! Time to freshen up your hair style - or beard! Find a salon in Beacon at A Little Beacon Blog's Beauty Guide. Blushery Brows, Bubbly, and Breast Cancer Awareness Day: Saturday, October 20, 2018 Time: Noon to 6 pm Location: The Blushery, 528 Main St., Beacon, NY Yes, October is about all things pumpkin, foliage, sweater weather, and Halloween. But more importantly, October is about Breast Cancer Awareness. The Blushery is hosting a special event honoring those affected. They will be offering complimentary brow services to all breast cancer fighters and survivors. Whether your brows are newly growing back post-chemo, or are just beginning to fall out, they will help you look and feel your best. Walk-ins welcome. Appointments recommended. Information > Pro Tip: The bra store in Beacon, The Bra Fit Expert, has all sorts of pretty things for all sizes. It is run by Tina Faraj Savarese, who dedicated her career to helping breast cancer patients regain their confidence and femininity after surgery, after she lost her own mother to breast cancer at age 17. Find The Bra Fit Expert inside of Echo and across from the Howland Cultural Center. REAL ESTATE LISTINGS Pet-friendly folks will love renting at 7 Creek Drive. Known for accommodating renters, 7 Creek Drive is located in a wooded area of downtown Beacon. We know - how is that possible? That's why dog people will love it here. There's even a pet-washing tub in the building! Come visit. Now with Beacon's big blue free bus from the train to all of downtown Beacon, commuters have a free ride home. Details + Pictures > PS: The original house listings from Claire Browne at Gate House Realty have all been taken! Gotta act fast around here. That cute little vintage ranch may be in the hands of a new happy homeowner soon. New listings coming soon from Jon Car Realty! Specifically one of our favorite mystery houses on Academy Street...Watch the Real Estate Guide! VIEW ALL LISTINGS PARTNER SPONSOR HIGHLIGHTS Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency Antalek & Moore matches you with the best, and sometimes lowest price insurance for your Home, Car, and Rental. Here are some of the insurance carriers Antalek & Moore works with, who they will price out for you to get the most competitive bids: Home & Rental Insurance: Travelers Sterling Progressive Hartford Car: Travelers Progressive Hartford Need a change in insurance or want to go cheaper? Call Antalek & Moore any time: (845) 831-4300         SAVE THE DATE 291 Main Street - A Little Beacon Blog's Space !! VINTAGEMANIA !! '90s Vintage, Trivia, DJ and More! Second Saturday, November 10, 2018 (one day only) You need (even) more '90s in your life, and you can get some swag, stuff, and even play some games at this '90s Pop-Up Experience! What You’ll Find: Starter Jackets Snapbacks Vintage WWF Sports Apparel Accessories Home Decor PLUS: There will be a round of '90s Trivia with door prizes, a DJ in the afternoon, and video game tournaments. More Details > Want to host your pop-up shop at A Little Beacon's Space? How about Black Friday Weekend? See here for details. Beacon Chamber of Commerce The cars rolled into Beacon once again for the annual Car Show produced by Beacon Chamber of Commerce and Dutchess Cruisers. Normally we take pictures of the cars themselves for the blog, but this year, we explored the Devil in the Details: the engines. Art is expressed in many forms, and it was clear that tinkering with cars is an art form. Look Under the Hoods > BeaconArts Are you an artist looking to connect in Beacon? A membership with BeaconArts is the coziest way to meet others. BeaconArts is a huge supporter of the arts of all kinds in Beacon. Learn About Membership > Tin Shingle Are you trying to get the word out about your business, but don't know where to focus? Tin Shingle is a training platform for how to do this, and also offers Private Training Sessions if you just need to focus and align your efforts in a one-on-one setting. BONUS: Tin Shingle Members of any level get a 25% Discount. Please contact for a coupon code before purchasing. Learn More > Katie James, Inc. Katie James, Inc. is a couture branding agency located in Beacon, and is the parent company and designers behind A Little Beacon Blog and Tin Shingle. If you like what you see here, hire Katie James, Inc. for your branding needs. Specialties include: Website Design (Squarespace), Newsletter Design, SEO Writing, Ghost Writing, Print Design and Production. 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Happening This Weekend 10/12/2018

This weekend in Beacon has so many options, that we must present them in emojis: FRIDAY: 🛍️ 👻 Hallowstyle, a Spooktacular Pop-Up Shop at A Little Beacon Space (all weekend) SATURDAY: 🎨 Second Saturday: Art Galleries Open New Shows All Over Town (get our Gallery Guide here) 🛍️ New Shop Opening: Lewis & Pine replaces reMADE 🎼 Beacon Record & CD Festival SUNDAY: 🎃 Pumpkin Festival, down at Pete and Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park 🚗 Car Show on Main Street And with that, let's get to the list to help you plan... Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance. "The Unsilent Picture" at Philipsburg Manor Day: Friday to Sunday, October 12-14, 2018 Time: 6:15, 7:15, 8:15, and 9:15pm Location: Philipsburg Manor, 381 North Broadway (Route 9), Sleepy Hollow, NY Historic Hudson Valley commissioned the film, which is based on the Washington Irving short story, “The Adventure of the Mysterious Picture.” The short film explores what happens when a man of science has a brush with the possibility of the supernatural. Information > BeBhakti Turns 2! Birthday Kirtan (music and mantra)! Day: Friday, October 12, 2018 Time: 7 to 9 pm Location: beBhakti Yoga Center, 89 Dewindt St., Beacon, NY Information > NYC - Beacon by Sailboat (Clearwater) Nikki McClure Book Reading & Artist Workshop Onboard Sloop Clearwater Day: Friday & Saturday, October 12 & 13, 2018 Time: Friday, 5 to 7 pm; Saturday, 11 am to 2 pm Location: Departing from West 79th St. Boat Basin in Manhattan Information > Beacon Record & CD Fest at Veterans' Memorial Building Day: Saturday, October 13, 2018 Time: 9 am to 5 pm Location: VFW Post 666, 413 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Fishkill Fall Festival Day: Saturday, October 13, 2018 Time: 12 to 3 pm Location: Geering Park, Fishkill, NY Information > Pop-Up Concert with New Muse 4TET Day: Saturday, October 13, 2018 Time: 4 pm Location: BEAHIVE, 291 Main St., Beacon, NY Grand Opening of New Shop Lewis & Pine Beacon Day: Saturday, October 13, 2018 Time: 6 to 8 pm Location: 133 Main St., Beacon, NY (formerly the reMADE location) Information > A-Y/Dancers Day: Saturday & Sunday, October 13 & 14, 2018 Time: Saturday, 8 pm; Sunday, 4 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > City of Beacon Pumpkin Carving Contest Day: Sunday, October 14, 2018 Time: Noon to 5 pm Location: Pavilion at Beacon Memorial Park Information > Beacon Sloop Club Annual Pumpkin Festival Day: Sunday, October 14, 2018 Time: Noon to 5 pm Location: Pete & Toshi Seeger Park, 1 Flynn Drive, Beacon, NY Photo Credit: Beacon Sloop Club Information > 8th Annual Classic Car Show In Beacon Presented by Beacon's Chamber of Commerce and Dutchess Cruisers Day: Sunday, October 14, 2018 Time: 9 am to 4 pm Location: Main Street, Beacon Information > Build-a-Bowl Book Signing with local author Nicki Sizemore Day: Sunday, October 14, 2018 Time: 2 to 4 pm Location: Beacon Pantry, 382 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Chefs for Clearwater Day: Sunday, October 14, 2018 Time: 4 to 8 pm Location: The Culinary Institute of America (CIA), Hyde Park, NY Information > Live Concert with Snehasish Mozumder & SOM Day: Sunday, October 14, 2018 Time: 8 pm Location: Quinn’s, 330 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.   Bags & Balance - Boxing & Yoga Day: Friday, October 12, 2018 Time: 6:30 to 7:30 pm Location: The Studio @ Beacon, 301 Main St., Beacon, NY Information >   Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes, classes during the week, and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide.   Shake and Make for toddlers with Danielle Andretta and Romina Robinson Ages: 3-5 years old Days: Mondays, October 15 to December 3, 2018 Time: 9:30 to 10:30 am Location: Compass Arts, 395 Main St., Beacon, NY A Mommy & Me Class Information > For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide.    Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here.     BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END   Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across the block from Beacon Bread Company) One of the funnest (yeah, that's a word) lines of glasses at Luxe Optique is sabine be, a French designer that will change what you can expect from your regular ol' glasses. Pictured here is the designer herself surrounded by her glasses. Anything is possible - visit Luxe Optique to try on a pair to see what we mean!   BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the Dummy Light) Another designer sighting! Beacon's Charlotte Guernsey, owner of Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique, keeps up with the bridal trends by going to Bridal Markets, where she visits with one of her favorite designers carried in the Beacon shop, Hayley Paige herself! Niche’s Fall Factory Lighting Sale Day: Saturday & Sunday, October 13-14, 2018 Time: Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday, 11 am to 4 pm Location: Niche’s Factory, 310 Fishkill Ave., Beacon, NY See why we love this sale in ALBB's publisher Katie's latest column in the Highlands Current, on stands this weekend. Information > Thank you to the following shops for sponsoring our Shopping Guide!  Luxe Optique and Lambs Hill.   Thank you to BAJA for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide!   Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Restaurant Guide for all of the restaurants in Beacon, and see our Brunch Guide for your morning dining needs! Time to freshen up your hair style - or beard! Find a salon in Beacon at A Little Beacon Blog's Beauty Guide.   REAL ESTATE LISTINGS Might this cute little vintage ranch house on Verplanck be your next home? With plenty of room inside (and even more in the basement lounge area), this house with a garage and an open kitchen makes for easy gatherings for family. The agent Claire Browne of Gate House Realty can tell you all about it. Details + Pictures > VIEW ALL LISTINGS PARTNER SPONSOR HIGHLIGHTS Beacon Chamber of Commerce The Car Show in Beacon is this Sunday! Main Street will be closed so that you can walk through and see your favorite old-timer cars, some of which have been decked out with tricks. See pictures from past years > BeaconArts Are you an artist looking to connect in Beacon? A membership with BeaconArts is the coziest way to meet others. BeaconArts is a huge supporter of the arts of all kinds in Beacon. Learn About Membership > Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency Who is Antalek & Moore? A group of Beacon-based insurance specialists who think all day long about insurance options for you, and help you when you need it. The people at Antalek & Moore do your insurance research for you. You could call a company like Travelers or Progressive directly, or you could call Susan, or Terry, or Vince, or other agents at Antalek & Moore to get clarity on what is best for your policy. Travelers, Progressive, or other big-name insurance companies can be your carrier. Antalek & Moore is your advocate. For no additional cost (and sometimes less). Antalek & Moore's articles on A Little Beacon Blog > Rhinebeck Bank | Fall Home-Buying Tips Pro tip from Rhinebeck Bank: Just as purchasing a home is an extensive process, selling one can be as well. Most sellers do not want to enter the holiday season with interruptions and the selling process on their mind. It is not uncommon for homeowners whose houses have not sold by the fall to wait until the following spring. With this being said, sellers are worn out and may be more willing to negotiate and expedite the closing and move-in process.  Contact Rhinebeck Bank About a Mortgage >         OPEN! Spooktacular Halloween Pop-Up Shop The Hallowstyle Pop-Up Shop is open! For Halloween lovers, shop for all kinds of Halloween things, from jewelry to childrens' books. You can even take a selfie in front of the Halloween path (baby not included)! FRIDAY: Noon to 5 pm SATURDAY: 10 am to 8 pm SUNDAY: 11 am to 5 pm More Details > Want to host your pop-up shop here? How about Black Friday Weekend? See here for details. Tin Shingle This position of Research Assistant for Media Resources has been filled. So many amazing applicants from the Hudson Valley. Thank you to those who applied! Will post again if more positions open up. *** Looking for great talent? Post Your Job Listing with A Little Beacon Blog > Katie James, Inc. Looking for ideas of what to take pictures of to brand your business in Instagram? The designers at Katie James, Inc. can help you see the beauty that is all around you - and the little details that will make a big impact on your future or current customers. Applies to both service providers and retail with product. Learn More > Advertise With A Little Beacon Blog The support from every advertiser of A Little Beacon Blog helps make local news get produced. You can be part of making it happen, and get your business in front of the community in a meaningful way. Learn More > NEWSLETTER SIGNUP Until next week!

Happening This Weekend 10/5/2018

Tonight is the night Cat Lovers have been waiting for! It's the annual CATOBEREST held at The Hudson Valley Brewery benefiting Mid Hudson Animal Aid (MHAA), the no-kill cat shelter in Beacon. Along with some of our favorite Harvest Festivals happening this weekend, Fall is definitely in the air! Sponsored by Antalek and Moore for car insurance. Catoberfest - Fundraiser for Mid Hudson Animal Aid at Hudson Valley Brewery Day: Friday, October 5, 2018 Time: 6-10pm Location: Hudson Valley Brewery, 2 Churchill St, Beacon, NY Information > Catoberfest is in its 7th year, but this may be its last. As described in this Highlands Current article, Mid Hudson Animal Aid is in a "severe financial crisis" and may close their doors next year. If you can't come to the evening, consider donating to their GoFundMe campaign.  Here's what you can expect at Catoberfest: a celebration of foods, refreshments, a raffle with many prizes, and music. Barb's Butchery will serve their famous German style menu all day long along with a great selection of  beverages and the Brewery. Hudson Valley Brewery will generously make a donation for every beer sold. Barb's Butchery will donate a portion of each meal sold to Mid Hudson Animal Aid during Catoberfest. Quinn's will kindly be providing dessert with each Fancy Feast meal you purchase (Fancy Feast meals are currently sold out)!  “Bridge Over Troubled Water” Opening Reception Day: Friday, October 5, 2018 Time: 5pm Location: Art Centro, 485 Main St, Poughkeepsie, NY Local Artist Elizabeth Phelps Meyer Connects Hudson Valley to Standing Rock’s Native American Water Protectors. “Each Day, Water” is the umbrella title for series of advocacy events Oct. 2-27 Information > ‘The Unsilent Picture’ at Philipsburg Manor Day: October 5-7, 2018 Time: 6:15, 7:15, 8:15, and 9:15pm Location: Philipsburg Manor, 381 North Broadway (Route 9), Sleepy Hollow, NY Historic Hudson Valley commissioned the film, which is based on the Washington Irving short story, “The Adventure of the Mysterious Picture.” The short film explores what happens when a man of science has a brush with the possibility of the supernatural. Information > Heritage Applefest Day: Saturday, October 6, 2018 (Rain Date October 13) Time: 9am-4pm Location: Boscobel House & Gardens, 1601 Route 9D, Garrison, NY Information > The Inaugural Catskills Wine & Food Festival Days: Saturday & Sunday, October 6-7, 2018 Time: View website for event schedule Location: Echo Campgrounds, Bloomingburg, NY Information > Beacon Historical Society Ghost Tours on Main Street Day: Saturday, October 6, 2018 Time: 7pm, 7:30pm, 8pm, 8:30pm, 9pm, 9:30pm Location: Veterans Memorial Hall Building, 413 Main Street, Beacon NY Information > Live Concert: Tani Tabbal Trio Day: Saturday, October 6, 2018 Time: 8pm Location: The Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St, Beacon, NY Information > Harvest Fest 2018 Day: Saturday, October 6, 2018 Time: 10:00-3:00 pm Location: Stone Barn Center for Food & Agriculture, 630 Bedford Rd, Pocantico Hills, New York 10591 Beautiful, with very good food. Worth the drive! Information > Harvest Festival Days: Saturday-Monday, October 6-9, 2018 Time: 9am-6pm Location: Barton Orchards, 63 Appletree Lane, Poughquag, NY Information > DiaTalks presents Bonnie Baxter and Jaimi Butler on Robert Smithson Day: Saturday, October 6, 2018 Time: 2pm Location: Dia:Beacon, 3 Beekman St, Beacon, NY Free admission on Saturdays and Sundays for City of Beacon residents (including the adjacent Hudson Valley communities of Chelsea, Fishkill, and Glenham). Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.   Newburgh-Beacon Bridge 5 Mile Run Day: Sunday, October 7, 2018 Time: 11:00-1:00 pm Location: St. Patrick's School, 156 Broadway, Newburgh, NY Information >   Defensive Driving Course Day: Saturday, October 6, 2018 Time: 9am to 3pm Location: Faith Temple Church, 22 N. Cedar St, Beacon, NY Information >   Submission Guidelines for submitting your classes for consideration to be added to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes, classes during the week, and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide.   Dungeons & Dragons Day: Friday, October 5, 2018 Time: 3-5pm Location: Howland Public Library, 313 Main St, Beacon, NY Information > Magic: The Gatherine Day: Friday, October 5, 2018 Time: 4-7pm Location: The Underground Beacon, 462 Main St, Beacon, NY The former location of the boutique Lauren and Riley. Information > For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide.    Submission Guidelines for submitting your classes for consideration to be added to these guides can be found here.     BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END   Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across the block from Beacon Bread Company) Look no further than Beacon's Main Street for your next comprehensive eye exam! Luxe Optique has two doctors of Optometry who can evaluate you for a prescription for glasses or contacts. Got a tricky prescription? They can handle it. Walk-in or visit their website to book an appointment.   Jake's Main Street Music Celebrates 5 Years in Beacon 393 Main Street (near Towne Crier Cafe) You've seen them play at festivals in Beacon and they've played with Pete Seeger many times. In fact, Jake's father, David Bernz is a Grammy-winning producer, having produced an album with some never-before recorded songs from Pete Seeger, "Pete Seeger At 89." Jake's Main Street Music is celebrating 5 years in business in Beacon starting this weekend for the entire month of October with sales and events. They are having a sale on some new guitars, as well as vintage vinyl. You can also find used instruments in the shop. Don't know how to play, or want to play better? They do offer kids and adults guitar classes as well. Day: Saturday, October 6th Time: 4pm What: Free Guild Workshop. A Guild Guitar presentation with giveaways. BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the Dummy Light) Did not even realize this dress by Lillian West at Lambs Hill Bridal was the same dress, with different colored lining. Color contrast lovers will like the beige to help the lace pop, while purists will love the white on white lace. Which would you pick? Thank you to the following shops for sponsoring our Shopping Guide!  Luxe Optique and Lambs Hill.   Thank you to BAJA for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide!   Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Restaurant Guide for all of the restaurants in Beacon, and see our Brunch Guide for your morning! Time to freshen up your hair style - or beard! Find a salon in Beacon at A Little Beacon Blog's Beauty Guide.   REAL ESTATE LISTINGS This Cape Cod style home in Newburgh was built in 1910 and has been recently completely renovated “with integrity,” says realtor Sarah Beckham Hooff, of The ReAttached Team at Hanson Real Estate Partners “The owner is amazing and has done an amazing job; this home will last.” In fact, you can see the Before and After shots! You will not believe the complete rehab done to this home. Pictures and Our Favorite Parts > VIEW ALL LISTINGS PARTNER SPONSOR HIGHLIGHTS BeaconArts Another piano spotted! This one debuted in the Spirit of Beacon Day Parade and landed in front of Town Hall, in the Municipal Building where the City Council, Zoning Board and Planning Boards have their meetings. Artist Donna Mikkelsen is responsible for the artwork on this piano, which is a part of the larger project, Keys to Beacon. Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency  Antalek & Moore Recommends This Guide: "A guide to organizing a family meeting to create a caregiving plan, avoid family disagreements, handle a medical crisis and agree on caregiver roles." Get the Guidance > Rhinebeck Bank | Fall Home-Buying Tips Year-End Tax Credits* We've got a fall home-buying tip from Rhinebeck Bank! "Even if a home owner closes on the last day of the year, they may be able to apply the property taxes paid on a home purchase to offset income for the year. This could have a positive effect on homeowners come tax season of the following year." *Please consult your tax advisor regarding your property tax credit eligibility. Rhinebeck Bank.  Member FDIC.  Equal Housing Lender. More Information >         Spooktacular Halloween Pop-Up Shop - Next Weekend! It's getting closer! The Hudson Valley’s Queen of Halloween is flying in on her broomstick to take over A Little Beacon Space with her first Halloween Pop-Up Shopping Experience. You may have read about Donna Davies, last year in the Poughkeepsie Journal. Look for Halloween inspired jewelry, pottery, a Headless Man Scary Terrarium (!!) and even her own children’s books. The full line-up is here. Make ‘n Take Crafts will be available while supplies last, but require pre-registration to save yours. More Details >   Tin Shingle, based in Beacon, NY, is a training center and community for business owners, artists and makers who are getting the word out about their business. Training TuneUp classes available online to learn tricks of the trade and get inspired anytime. Learn More > Katie James, Inc. Looking for ideas of what to take pictures of to brand your business in Instagram? The designers at Katie James, Inc. can help you see the beauty that is all around you - and the little details that will make a big impact on your future or current customers. Applies to both service providers and retail with product. Learn More > Beacon Chamber of Commerce Joining the Beacon Chamber of Commerce is a great way to show support for the business community. Learn More > Advertise With A Little Beacon Blog The support from every advertiser of A Little Beacon Blog helps make local news get produced. You can be part of making it happen, and get your business in front of the community in a meaningful way. Learn More > NEWSLETTER SIGNUP Until next week!

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Happening This Weekend 9/28/2018

Congratulations on making it through September! One of Beacon’s biggest events is Sunday, so get ready to fill yourself with Beacon spirit. The kids and parents of the Beacon City Schools, as well as many nonprofit organizations which you can see here have been working hard to present their interpretations of this year’s parade theme: “Celebrating Unity.” SEEKING STATEMENTS FOR ARTICLE: If you are an organizer of a float or presentation that is participating in the Spirit of Beacon Day Parade, we would like to hear from you about the meaning of your float in keeping with this year's theme. If you would like to provide a statement about how your organization is showing how it is "Celebrating Unity," please email your statement to editorial@alittlebeaconblog.com. September is wrapping up with a bang, with popular yearly events like the Spirit of Beacon Day, the Garlic Festival in Saugerties, and the I Run Beacon 5K Run/Walk - there may still be time to sign up for the run, so get there early! Sponsored by Antalek & Moore for car insurance. L. Nichols' “FLOCKS” Reading and Signing Day: Friday, September 28, 2018 Time: 7 pm Location: Binnacle Books, 321 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Hudson Valley Garlic Festival Days: Saturday & Sunday, September 29-30, 2018 Time: 10 am to 5 pm Location: Cantine Field, Washington Ave. Extension, Saugerties, NY Photo Credit: From the Kiwanis Club of Saugerties website Information > Dances of Universal Peace Day: Saturday, September 29, 2018 Time: 10 am to 11:30 am Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Story Slam at the Beacon Sukkah Day: Saturday, September 29, 2018 Time: 7 to 9 pm Location: Polhill Park, at the intersection of Main Street and Route 9D, Beacon, NY Information > Live Concert: The Fred Zepplin Band Day: Saturday, September 29, 2018 Time: 8 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Spirit of Beacon Day Day: Sunday, September 30, 2018 (always the last Sunday in September) Overall Time: Noon, info tables open Parade Time: 1 pm, the Parade starts Location: Main Street, Beacon, NY This highly anticipated parade celebrates Beacon and its community. The theme this year is "Celebrating Unity." Parade route is from River to Mountain: starting at City Hall (the end of Main Street on Route 9D), to Tioronda Avenue (Howland Cultural Center). The event runs until 4 pm, with music and food from different organizations. Walking the length of Main Street is a great way to learn about the variety of activities and groups Beacon has to offer. Look for A Little Beacon Blog's booth at this year's Spirit of Beacon Day and say "Hello!" Our location is in front of our office at 291 Main Street. We got stickers and totes! Information > Howland Chamber Music Circle presents Telegraph Quartet with James Austin Smith Day: Sunday, September 30, 2018 Time: 4 pm Location: Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Plan ahead and check out what's coming up this month in our Events Guide.   I RUN BEACON 5K Run/Walk Day: Sunday, September 30, 2018 Time: Last-call registration, 8 am; race, 9 am Location: Memorial Park, Beacon, NY Information >   Meanwhile, during the week... Be sure to check the Classes for Adults Guide for opportunities mid-week! Make & Take Workshop Day: Friday, September 28, 2018 Time: 6 to 8 pm Location: Knot Too Shabby, 155 Main St., Beacon, NY Information > Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes and workshops of all kinds, visit our Adult Classes Guide.   Beginning this week at COMPASS ARTS - 395 Main St., Beacon, NY Studio Art I: Foundational Skills with Kathy Moss Grades:2nd-5th Days: Wednesdays, October 3-December 5, 2018 (no class 10/31 & 11/21) Time: 4 to 5:15 pm Studio Art II: Drawing into Painting with Kathy Moss Grades: 6th-12th Days: Wednesdays, October 3-December 5, 2018 (no class 10/31 and 11/21) Time: 5:30 to 7:30 pm Submission Guidelines for classes you'd like us to consider adding to these guides can be found here. For a full list of upcoming classes, visit A Little Beacon Blog's Kids Classes Guide.     BOUTIQUES ON THE WEST END   Luxe Optique 183 Main Street www.luxeoptique.com (across Cliff Street from Beacon Bread Company) It’s the last week of September and that means it’s the last chance for FREE comprehensive eye exams for kids in grades K-12! Luxe Optique has one of the best vision centers around, so you can feel assured that your children's eyes are getting well-tested for their prescription. Walk in, or visit Luxe Optique's website to book an appointment.   BOUTIQUES ON THE EAST END Lambs Hill Bridal Boutique 1 East Main Street, Retail #3 www.lambshillbridalboutique.com (near the dummy light) Colors are going deep this fall, and Lambs Hill has the selection. This wine-colored dress pairs well with yellow Black-Eyed Susans, which bloom in September. Come in to the shop to see the open-back detailing on this Hayley Paige gown. Thank you to the following shops for sponsoring our Shopping Guide!  Luxe Optique and Lambs Hill.   Thank you to BAJA for sponsoring the Restaurant Guide!   Visit A Little Beacon Blog's Restaurant Guide for all of the restaurants in Beacon, and see our Brunch Guide for your morning! Time to freshen up your hair style - or beard! Find a salon in Beacon at A Little Beacon Blog's Beauty Guide.   REAL ESTATE LISTINGS Our first listing in Newburgh! Realtor Sarah Beckham Hooff reached out with very creative listings she has. Over the past few years, there's been a trend of people and businesses relocating to Newburgh, with an eye on commercial or residential properties to fix up. This multi- or single-family home is $159,900 and has lots of original details to play with, like tin ceilings. Pictures and Our Favorite Parts > PARTNER SPONSOR HIGHLIGHTS BeaconArts Found it! The tiniest piano in the outdoor public art experience, Keys to Beacon. This piano is from Miss Vickie's Music and is outside of the Towne Crier. Have you spotted any pianos? Take a pic and tag us in Instagram! @alittlebeacon and @keystobeacon Antalek & Moore Insurance Agency According to the independent insurance agents at Antalek & Moore, if you have a condo in Beacon, you'll need personal insurance for it. Even though it is your home, homeowners insurance is insufficient. Therefore, you may think that you need a renters insurance policy - but unfortunately that would leave coverage gaps as well, despite some similarities. Let Antalek & Moore break it down for you. Get the Scoop > Rhinebeck Bank | Back to School Tips In collaboration with Guardian Self Storage and Dutchess Outreach, Rhinebeck Bank will once again be participating in this year's Susan DeKeukelaere Memorial Coat Drive. During October, adult and children’s winter coats and jackets that are clean and in good condition can be dropped off at any Rhinebeck Bank location. The Beacon Branch is on Route 9D, across from the Dollar General and Vogel Pharmacy near Dutchess Stadium.         A Little Beacon Space can be booked for public or private events. It's perfect for a photo session, work retreat, a workshop you are hosting, or even a client presentation. See our Schedule of Upcoming Events, and consider having yours here! Details >   Tin Shingle, based in Beacon, NY, is a training center and community for business owners, artists and makers who are getting the word out about their business. Training TuneUp classes are available online to learn tricks of the trade. Get inspired anytime with these videos at your fingertips! Learn More > Katie James, Inc. Looking for ideas of what to take pictures of to brand your business on Instagram? The designers at Katie James, Inc. can help you see the beauty that is all around you - and the little details that will make a big impact on your future or current customers. Applies to both service providers and retailers with products to move. Learn More > Beacon Chamber of Commerce Joining the Beacon Chamber of Commerce is a great way to show support for Beacon's business community. Click here to learn about membership. Advertise With A Little Beacon Blog We have updated our Media Kit with easier navigation! The support from every advertiser on A Little Beacon Blog helps make local news get produced. You can be part of making it happen, and get your business in front of the community in a meaningful way. Learn More > NEWSLETTER SIGNUP Until next week!