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VISITvortex is a celebration of each season and a portal to the great people and places of the Hudson Valley. Sharing the very best of local.

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Come Outside and Play at Mohonk Preserve Experience great hiking, biking, birding, rock climbing, and horseback riding. Discover plants and animals in our forests, fields, and streams. Our Visitor Center is open free of charge daily 9am-5pm; the land is open daily, sunrise to sunset. Memberships and day passes are available at all trailheads.

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Storm King Art Center. All works by Mark di Suvero. Frog Legs, 2002. Lent by the artist and Spacetime C.C., New York. Center: Mozart’s Birthday, 1989.

Gift of Maurice Cohen and Margo Cohen. Neruda’s Gate, 2005. Lent by the artist and Spacetime C.C., New York. Photograph by Jerry L. Thompson.

There’s nothing like getting local knowledge straight from the experts. Sure, you can wander the Hudson Valley on your own and have a blast; in fact, we encourage it. But if you’d like to become an expert on what you’re seeing and doing, there’s no better way than checking out an organized tour.

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Tour guides have made an in-depth study of the places they’re showing you, and can offer a deeper view—the culture of our area’s special spots, the lore and stories that make a visit unforgettable.

They can point out the quirks and features you might miss on your own. They’ll make sure you get to see the loveliest views, taste the finest flavors,

understand what happened 200 years ago, or connect an artist’s work with her life story. So make some time for a tour on your next Hudson Valley weekend. Even if you’re a longtime local, you can find a tour that will help you see the region in a whole new way; if you’re a newcomer, just be ready to have your mind blown.

OUTDOORS Hudson River Cruises.

Lighthouses, mansions, and historic waterfronts are strung like gems between Kingston and Hyde Park and can be viewed aboard the historic and comfy Rip Van Winkle on the two-hour narrated tours offered by Hudson River Cruises, based in Kingston. The Pride of the Hudson, based in Newburgh, offers guided tours of the glorious and historic Hudson Highlands between Newburgh and West Point. To the north, Hudson Cruises, Inc. offers both daily public cruises and private charters from its home port of Hudson. And if you want to get really up-close and personal with our big river, check out the variety of beginner-level kayak cruises offered by Storm King Adventure Tours out of Cornwall.

Want to get a closer look at those lighthouses? The Hudson-Athens Lighthouse can be explored on the second Saturday of each month, July through October (contact Hudson Cruises for more information). The Rondout Lighthouse, still in operation as a navigational aid, is open for scheduled guided tours organized by the Hudson River Maritime Museum. The Saugerties Lighthouse, which has been restored as a B&B and “Living Museum,� can be reached by a walking trail; guided tours are available on Sunday afternoons from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

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sculptural landscapes Step inside a Frederic Church painting with a self-guided Digital Landscape Tour at Olana State Historic Site in Hudson. Let a highly trained docent lead you through the wondrous outdoor sculptures of the Storm King Art Center; they offer both general and specialized tours that dig into a specific theme or topic within the 500-acre display. At Dia:Beacon, an hour of guided thematic and interactive touring is free with the price of admission, stepping off at 1pm each Saturday and Sunday.

Storm King Art Center.

Alice Aycock, Three-Fold Manifestation II, 1987 (refabricated 2006).

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Once their season begins in late May, Hudson Valley Food Tours will be offering “culinary crawls” through the fine restaurants of Rhinebeck Village and a tasty blend of urban art and Main Street eats on its Savor/ Art & Food Walking tours of Poughkeepsie. And on any weekday, you can take a student-guided tour of the Culinary Institute of America campus in Hyde Park and see how great chefs are made in the Valley.

e at s a n d d r i n k s To get a taste of our burgeoning beverage scene full of wineries, cideries, and distilleries, check out the Shawangunk Wine Trail, a beautiful wander through unparalleled scenery along which are fifteen unique family-owned vineyards for your touring and tasting pleasure. They’ve recently partnered with Angry Orchard Hard Cider, which also offers tours and tastings.

Still thirsty, my friends? Dutchess County and the Hudson-Berkshire region also have wine trails.

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Historic Huguenot Street.

If military history interests you, West Point offers three different guided tours daily: an hour and fifteen minutes of exploring the historic campus, a two-hour tour that adds a ramble through the cemetery, or a two-hour tour that includes a close look at the restored Fort Putnam.

h i s to ry to u r s The Friends of Historic Kingston offer two walking tours in the area: on the first Saturday of each month they lead visitors through the 1658 Stockade National Historic District, taking a look at the city’s birth as a Dutch settlement and its role as the cradle of New York State; and on the last Saturday of the month they offer tours of the Rondout National Historic District, with its rich legacy of immigrants in a riverport town. At Historic Huguenot Street in New Paltz, you can get an in-depth look at life in a French Huguenot settlement: three houses and a reproduction church are open as museums.

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fa r m to u r s So where does all that great food come from? Get to know the rich earth of the Rondout Valley with the help of Stick To Local Farms (stick2local. com), which offers a map of farms that welcome visitors and organizes bike tours. Collect stickers from ten farms on the map and you will be rewarded with mini-golf passes and a copy of the Stick to Local Farms Cookbook! Fishkill Farms, Kinderhook Farms, Stone Barns Center, and Hawthorne Valley Farms offer tours of their Eastern Hudson Valley spreads on which you can learn about sustainability, biodynamics, and the realities of farm life.

Photo provided by Stick To Local Farms.

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We invite you to explore our magazine and website pages and create your own self-guided adventure. Antique tour of Saugerties and Hudson? Biking tour of our extensive and growing rail trail network? Retail therapy tour of boutiques or gift shops? Our Eat-Stay-Play guides to individual communities and our Meet the Owners profiles offer ideas that can be customized for every taste. Wherever you go, you’ll find friendly locals eager to fill you in on bits and pieces of the scoop. HAPPY TOURING!

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Olana State Historic Site.

The great estates are legendary. Wealthy and prominent families of the 18th and 19th centuries chose the loveliest locations for their splendid haunts along the Hudson and the finest designers and artisans to perfect them. Clermont, the Germantown mansion of the Livingston family; Locust Grove in Poughkeepsie, the Italianate villa of artist and inventor Samuel Morse that was redecorated around the turn of the century by wealthy art collectors; and the Gilded Age splendor of the Vanderbilt Mansion in Hyde Park are just three of many that offer regular tours. For a look at how the other other half lived, take an hour-long tour of the home of Franklin Delano Roosevelt in Hyde Park.

June 10

3rd Annual Cider Market

June 17

Juneteenth: A Celebration of African Culture, Music, & Cuisine

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Family Day: Free Admissions

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In Her Words: A Women’s History Tour

July 1

New Paltz in the War for Independence: A Revolutionary War Reenactment

July 8

In Her Words: A Women’s History Tour

August 5

The Gathering

August 12

5th Annual Artists on the Street

August 12

In Her Words: A Women’s History Tour

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On the “Camping Checklist” provided by Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™ Lazy River Camp-Resort in Gardiner, “SMILES!” are listed under “Miscellaneous,” right along with bikes, fishing tackle, and flyswatters. But the truth is, even if you arrive without your smile, this family camping resort is pretty much guaranteed to provide a fresh supply.

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After all, who wouldn’t smile watching their kids cavort on a giant jumping pillow or giving Boo Boo Bear™ a big kiss? “Kids get here and don’t want to bother sitting around staring at a screen, what with all the other kids and activities to do with them,” says Annemarie Byl, a marketing associate with Northgate Resorts, which has

owned the park for the past several years. “We have a lot of different amenities that keep everyone busy having fun, and there’s a neighborhood feel. There’s no need to be a helicopter parent here. One kid can be at mini-golf while another one’s at the Water Zone, then you can all get back together as a family.”

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It’s easy to see how parents might want to jump into the Water Zone right along with their young’uns, and they’re more than welcome.

The 40,000 square-foot “interactive splash pad” features “two 100-foot waterslides, a 750-gallon hydrostorm, kiddie slides, a fort, water cannon, spray features, and much more.” That’s in addition to two spacious outdoor swimming pools, one of them heated.

Want more? There are two wellequipped playgrounds, mini golf, a jumping pillow, a gaga ball pit (think dodgeball, but without the pain), an arcade, hiking trails, a fishing pond, and facilities for basketball, shuffleboard, horseshoes, and sand volleyball. Most Saturday nights feature live music. And for a reasonable add-on fee, you and your family can do some gem mining or play lazer tag.

In more ways than one, Jellystone is the perfect solution to trouble-free camping, with a range of options to suit any taste.

Newly added: a “Bark Park” for the family dog. In more ways than one, Jellystone is the perfect solution to trouble-free camping, with a range of options to suit any taste. “Our big thing is to provide a place where anyone can come without needing to load the car with a ton of high-tech gear,” says Annemarie. “We have rustic tent sites and RV sites, and cabins for people who are more into 24

‘glamping’, and want to be in nature but come back to all the comforts of home after a full day.” Guests can also rent luxe add-ons like private pool cabanas, hot tubs, golf carts, and kayaks.

There are cabin choices that can accommodate groups ranging from four to sixteen people, from the Hillside Premium Loft Cabins, Tiny Homes, and River Front Premium

Even the lower-key options include air conditioning and heat and a TV/DVD player; the fancier ones have full baths and complete kitchens, the better to take advantage of your finds at the farmers market.

Cabins, to the slightly more modest (and considerably less expensive) Rustic River Cabins. Even the lower-key options include air conditioning and heat and a TV/DVD player; the fancier ones have full baths and complete kitchens, the better to take advantage of your finds at the farmers market. The “Ranger’s Retreat,” designed for larger groups, has a deck with its own hot tub.

its beautiful Hudson Valley spot on the lazy Wallkill. “We have kayaks you can rent and explore the river together,” says Annemarie, “and the sunsets over the Shawangunk Ridge are stunning. We coordinate with the community; our SuperSweet Birthday for Boo Boo event, for example, is timed to coincide with the Gardiner Cupcake Festival.”

Northgate’s ownership has resulted in more and better amenities; meanwhile, the resort is still very much engaged with the local community and proud of

Boo Boo’s birthday is far from the only special occasion observed. There’s Pirates and Mermaids Week, which features dress-up and a water balloon battle; 25

Halloween weekend features site-decorating and dress-up for all; and Fiesta Weekend celebrates Cinco de Mayo with maraca-making and piñata games.

Additionally, there is a Luau Week, a Kids Rule Week (willing parents can expect to get dunked), Christmas in July, and an Under the Sea Week. The Ulster County Fair is celebrated with carnival games and magic shows. Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and other holidays get spectacular treatment.

Each year during opening weekend at the end of April, kids get to “Wake Up the Bears” from hibernation, and Yogi™, Cindy™, and Boo Boo stay awake all summer long. “The bears come to activities and sometimes just walk around interacting with campers,” says Annemarie. “The kids love it.

They run up to them to hug and kiss them.” Special Bear Visits can be arranged to celebrate birthdays and other milestones.

It’s hard to believe anyone ever leaves the resort— except that it makes a great home base for enjoying Minnewaska State Park and Mohonk Preserve, not to mention the sights of New Paltz and Gardiner, all just minutes away. “People love the setting,” Annemarie says with pride. “This is not a place where you’re just parking your RV in the middle of

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“This is camping taken to the next level.”

a big field; it’s gorgeous to begin with, and beyond that, the whole area is so beautiful and so full of attractions.” Absolutely true, but most of those attractions don’t include a jumping pillow and two gaga ball pits. However, locals are welcome to come and partake as day guests.

And the choices just keep growing. “We’re in the works of getting an outdoor movie theater set up,” says Annemarie happily. “Our whole thing is, we

want to give you a vacation you won’t need a second vacation to recover from—we focus on making everything special and yet easy as can be. This is camping taken to the next level.” yo g i b e a r ’ s j e l ly s to n e pa r k c a m p - r e s o rt

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WHY NOT TUBE THE ESOPUS? 10 Bridge Street, Phoenicia 845-688-5553 www.towntinker.com Memorial Day Weekend to September 30 29

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Town Tinker Tube has been floating eager adventurers down the Esopus Creek on inner tubes for 37 years, from Memorial Day weekend through the end of September. It’s the brainchild of Harry Jameson, a Phoenicia native who opened the business in 1980 after moving back to the Catskills and rounding up nearly 200 old inner tubes from Ulster County junkyards.

Waves, a foot or two high, send you up and over, then back into the calmer waters. You’re among dozens enjoying the same thrilling experience as part of a Town Tinker Tube Rental excursion. It’s summer, the Catskill sun is warm on your shoulders, the cold water sprays you, and, yeah, this really is perfect.

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As you drift with the current and spin in your tube, you scan the wide waterway ahead. There are logs and debris to the left, but off to the right a decent set of rapids lies ahead. Stay straight, keep a low center of gravity, and then … whoosh!

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Since then, the business has evolved with the flow—both of more visitors to the Esopus Creek area and of the waterway itself, which helps guide Jameson’s Zen-like life principle (“go with the flow”). Today, the Town Tinker sends thousands of people down the river for whitewater tubing in mandatory life vests and recommended helmets and wetsuits.

Safety is paramount at Town Tinker Tube. When visitors purchase a tubing experience (one-time packages start at $30 while full-day pricing varies), they’re assured a wild ride down an International Scale of River Difficulty Class II whitewater river where waves can reach up to three feet and travelers can be tossed out of their seats. Thus, tubers receive gear and full safety instructions—including how to get back on if you’re tossed out—before they start the trip.

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With full awareness and knowledge of the Esopus, tubers can expect an awesome time among their fellow adventurers.

Town Tinker Tube Rental provides Tube Taxi Transportation (old-school buses painted bright white) that takes folks up Route 28 to the drop-off point.

From there, tubers are on their own to safely tackle the rapids. A trip will last at least an hour and a half and ends back at Town Tinker headquarters in Phoenicia. The whole experience lasts up to two and a half hours, and winding and bouncing down the Esopus is totally worth the time.

If you’re feeling extra adventurous, visit Town Tinker Tube Rental during the weekends of June 3–4, July 15–16, and September 2–4. Those weekends are designated recreational water release dates, when the Department of Environmental Conservation sends more water from the Schoharie Reservoir into the Esopus as it travels down to the Ashokan Reservoir.

That means stronger rapids and bigger waves—definitely for people looking for a real adrenalin rush.

Labor Day weekend, being a three-day water release, is also know as Shandaken Whitewater Weekend (it’ll be busy out on the river).

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Saddle Up!

h o r s e b a c k r i d i n g i n t h e h u d s o n va l l e y There’s no feeling in the world quite as liberating and blissful as a ride on a fine horse. The feeling of communicating with another species and being understood, the heart-pounding joy of a good gallop—there’s a reason why horses have been praised to the skies for centuries. Their awe-inspiring power and kind hearts make it easy to understand why Winston Churchill observed: “No hour of life is wasted that is spent in the saddle.”

When you experience that exhilarating ride in our Hudson Valley scenery, you’ve got yourself a lifetime memory. And don’t worry if you never rode as a kid. Good stable operators know how to teach a novice the rudiments of the human/ equine code in minutes; you’ll feel safe and have enough of a vocabulary, so to speak, to establish a basic connection to the creature carrying you.

The Hudson Valley is home to numerous stables that cater to all interest levels, with lovingly tended and patient herds who’ll be happy to make your acquaintance, and friendly, experienced wranglers to guide the introduction and ensure a good experience. Here is just a small sampling of stables that will scratch any itch to ride, whether it’s for a few minutes or a full weekend.

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a n i b b l e o f t h e c a r ro t At Goodnow Family Farm in Gardiner, you can try out a low-impact, no-commitment taste of the saddle, or get your pony-crazed child a major thrill: for just $3, you can hop on and be led around a bit. “It’s just a little pony ride, really, and it’s the only kind of riding we offer besides hayrides,” says a Goodnow family member.

“But we do have all sizes, from ponies to large horses, so adults can ride too.”

The horses and ponies aren’t the whole show, by a long shot; you and your companions can pet and get to know pigs, goats, llamas, and cows of all ages, pick up some fresh eggs and hormone and antibiotic-free meat, and ask a million questions.

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happy trails There used to be several places in the Hudson Valley where you could go to take a trail ride; they’re rare now, but Juckas Stables in Bullville is still going strong, offering trail rides and riding lessons by the hour on 117 acres of gor-

careful and my wranglers are careful to pick you the right horse and be meticulous about the tack,” she says. “And we give everybody a three-minute lesson; we take their hands and show them how to turn, how to stop without

geous Orange County countryside.

They’ve got a well-tended, good-natured herd to suit every skill level, from absolute novice to old hand—just call to reserve yourself a worthy steed.

hurting the horse’s mouth. Heels down, toes up—it’s much more comfortable and fun when you do it right.”

“By the time we left we loved horses!” reads one of many five-star reviews on TripAdvisor. “We will definitely be back.”

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“Riding is the most incredible therapy,” says owner Karen Juckas. “Got a worry? Ride into the woods and it’s gone.”

At 81, Karen still loves every horse in the herd of 15 (the family is committed to giving them “forever homes”) and everything about the business. “I’m

You can take an hour ride at Juckas Stables for $45, or spend two hours in the saddle for $80. They also host parties and special events. Call for reservations.

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Rocking Horse Ranch in Highland is an award-winning, all-inclusive resort; only overnight guests can go riding there. That said, to experience the full menu of equine adventures would probably take a few days anyway, and unlimited riding is part of the package. Trail rides are offered at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so you can try out a gentle walk, then increase the pace as your confidence grows.

great care is taken to keep everyone having fun, horses very much included. “We take amazing care of our 110 horses; they’re well-fed, well-groomed, and most importantly, well-loved.... The herd is turned out every evening so that they can just be ‘horses’ and roam, play, and graze amongst their horse friends in a 40acre pasture.” No wonder they don’t mind carrying visitors over miles of scenic trails.

There are daily horsemanship demonstrations, barn tours to take you behind the scenes, and Certified Horsemanship Association wranglers on every ride. For kids younger than seven there are pony rides, and if you’d like to experience horsepower without having to get astride one, there are horse-drawn wagon rides.

Head wrangler Scott Pett says

Being an all-inclusive resort also means you can soothe your saddle-soreness with some bodywork at the spa, cool off in indoor and outdoor water features of all sorts, or park the kids at the Little Tykes Nursery or the Wild Buckaroos Club while you revel in a gallop, then get back together for dinner and an evening of board games or karaoke.

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Join the Adventure!

Eating locally grown food is a popular movement that shows no sign of abating—and it's easy to see why. Fresh, juicy, colorful food from local farms is naturally more delicious and nutritious than processed food. Plus, our local farms make Hudson Valley landscapes some of the most beautiful in the world—emerald fields; swathes of sunflowers; haystacks in the autumn; horses, cattle, goats, and sheep basking and braying in the sunshine. It's also a great feeling to support the local community— family farms that are the antithesis of industrial agriculture, some of them in continuous operation for hundreds of years.

That's important to me—I'm an author, artist, and New York City migrant; I moved to the Mid-Hudson Valley to pursue my love of locally grown food and cuisine. In the last ten years I've gotten to know

Part of the local food movement is understanding where and how our food is grown— to experience the environment that creates the food that becomes part of our very bodies.

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But it can be difficult to connect with local farmers.

We see them at farmers markets, and that's wonderful, but part of the local food movement is understanding where and how our food is grown—to experience the environment that creates the food that becomes part of our very bodies.

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many local farmers, visited their farms, and discovered what a wonderful, fascinating community they comprise.

Lots of farmers are shy folk—they spend many of their days working alone, out on a tractor, in a field or a barn, tending to crops and animals.

It's challenging work to keep a farm thriving in today's environment, not just physically, but mentally and economically, as well. (Most farmers even have second jobs to make

ends meet.) So farmers are excellent at farming, but sometimes less good at reaching out and introducing themselves, or inviting folks to visit their farms.

That's why my studio created the annual Stick to Local Farms Adventure Map: it's a combination guide and game. You can use the map to plan visits to over two dozen Rondout Valley farms and farmers markets, then pick up free stickers to add to the map.

Fresh, juicy, colorful food from local farms is naturally more delicious and nutritious than processed food.

There is a fabulous variety of farms included: rustic you-pick farms; beautiful horse farms; fragrant, colorful flower farms; bountiful fruit orchards; a couple of city farms; an award-winning maple sugar farm; and even a farm brewery growing hops and rye (and pigs). One is the oldest farm in the USA, another is a high-tech vertical farm, and a couple of others practice the innovative, yet old-as-dirt, permaculture method. They are all independent and delightfully idiosyncratic—you will never forget these amazing, dedicated farmers.

They are the real deal!

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To sweeten your tour of the Valley, you can earn special gifts as you add stickers to your map. Collect 10 and you'll be rewarded with a Stick to Local Farms Cookbook and passes to play farm-themed Homegrown Mini-Golf.

Collect all the stickers and you'll get the super awesome completion sticker and a market bag of farm goodies—not to mention a shout-out on our Facebook page and website! The valley is small enough that you can easily get 10 stickers in a weekend or even a day; a few more days of dedication and you can have bragging rights of completing the whole map!

The Stick to Local Farms website (Stick2Local. com) has more stuff for you. There's a Google Map you can access on your phone to help navigate. There are delicious, easy, locally grown recipes from the Stick to Local Farms Cookbook (also available online and at farm stands). If you like, you can choose a themed tour of farms—a special spring or autumn tour, a rainy day tour, even a baked goods tour.

There are bicycle tours from 8 to 25 miles long, with cue sheets and elevation maps. And we've got a gallery of great farm photographs, many of which are sent to us by adventurers like you.

Free Stick to Local Farms maps are in racks tucked all over the place in Ulster and Dutchess counties, on Route 87 rest stops, at the farms themselves, or through the Stick To Local Farms website.

Whether you collect one sticker or all of them, you, your family, and friends will have had a wonderful adventure, memories that last a lifetime, great photos and stories to share, a kitchen full of great local produce, and the well-earned feeling that comes with knowing that you've just knit our world together a little more tightly. Stick to local farms and they'll be around to stick with you!

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One look at the selection at Nancy’s of Woodstock Artisanal Creamery, and you’ll know that this is not your typical ice cream shop. Everything, from waffle cones to sauces, is house-made. Vegan, glutenfree, and dairy-free choices are not only an option, they’re ambrosial. Many ingredients are locally sourced: dairy is from Ronnybrook Farms in Pine Plains and the chocolate comes from Fruition in Shokan. The constantly evolving menu is likely to include whatever is fresh, good, and inspiring.

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“If we get a bushel basket of peaches, we may turn that into a new product and offer it as a special,” says coowner Kathryn Spata. “My chef may come in one day and want to try a new technique, or we may brainstorm and come up with a new milk shake… special! Nothing is etched in stone.”

That venturesome spirit has resulted in the creation of small-batch flavors, such as the sweet and tangy pairing of Strawberry Balsamic and the Stout ice cream that’s crafted with Keegan Ales’ Mother’s Milk.

“Our goal is to produce the freshest, creamiest, best tasting ice cream in the Hudson Valley!”—Kathryn Spata, co-owner

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The chefs are CIA-trained and work with a pastry chef as a consultant. Their approach is truly artisanal, as they develop from scratch not only the seasonal ice cream flavors, but also the ice cream cakes, the pies, the cones, the sauces, and any other confection that they dream up and add to the menu.

In short, the Spatas take the challenge they’ve set themselves—bringing something utterly new to the region’s ice cream scene—very seriously and very joyfully.

“Nancy’s was developed out of necessity,” says Kathryn.

“When we first came to the Catskills, we often struggled with finding a good, not even great, ice cream parlor. So when we made the permanent move, it became more apparent that we needed to open our own. So, when my husband was away on business, I decided to write a business plan. One year later, we opened Nancy’s!”

That was last March, and Woodstockers have responded with delight to this new source of sweetness on Tinker Street. “My daughter is vegan and she had the most amazingly delicious vegan sundae with vanilla bean dairy-free ice cream, topped with vegan carrot cake,” says reviewer Kerry Henderson on Facebook.

“I loved the cream cheese cherry ice cream with real Italian cherries.”

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“Nancy's flavors are inventive, the texture creamy and not overly sweet, and the folks are super friendly,” says reviewer Shira Kamil. “The Caramelized Banana is excellent, but the Coffee is to die for.”

Like so many new residents, Kathryn and her husband Sam got drawn into the Catskills life once they’d had a taste. Kathryn spent 20 years in Westchester, Sam is Bronx-born and raised, and the two had full-size professional careers in Manhattan and overseas—Sam as an architect with a major firm, Kathryn managing interior de-

sign projects. “We bought our home in Shandaken in 2010 as a weekend home,” Kathryn says.

“As happens to most, it got harder to go back to our suburban home in Westchester. So in 2015, we made the decision to break away from the crazy lifestyle and moved permanently up to our weekend home.”

They’re not a bit sorry. “I love the Catskill Mountains,” says Sam. “We live inside the ‘blue line’ [park boundary]. I hike, kayak, and bicycle the wonderful rail trails. Or, when I’m not reading, I just look outside and watch the bald eagles soar.”

It was that yearning for the kind of ice cream experience they missed that allowed Kathryn to delve into what had been an avocation. “I love working in the kitchen, especially dessert,” says Kathryn. “I inherited that passion from my mom, Nancy. She’s not with

us anymore, so we named the shop in her honor.

And, by nature, I love to be creative, and developing recipes and sundaes is incredibly creative.”

To get ready, Kathryn studied up on all things ice cream parlor. “I researched ice cream machines, freezers, all equipment needed—I did my homework and then some! My husband and I have over 50 years’ experience in the design field. We have worked with big clients on big projects; we’re both very business savvy. We just applied our good sense

of business, our design skills, and made it happen.”

Woodstock’s onetime post office offered the ideal location. “Woodstock is a destination for anyone who appreciates nature and the arts,” Kathryn observes. “The year-round community is very supportive of local business. The village is busy year-round; there’s always something to do for residents and tourists. And there are lots of tourists, coming from all over the world. The town is very charming and offers a wide range of shopping and eating.

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“When you hand someone an ice cream cone, they can’t help but smile.”

That’s what we like about Woodstock.

We also like our physical location. It has great bones, high ceilings, lots of natural light, and our own brick patio! We love that. Our customers enjoy eating their

to produce the freshest, creamiest, best tasting ice cream in the Hudson Valley!”

treats on our patio while enjoying views of Overlook Mountain! We couldn’t have asked for more!”

Kathryn. “I take care of staff issues—we have a kitchen staff and a front of house staff—and welcome the customers to our shop. My husband is our IT expert, PR guy, marketing guru, and all around good guy!”

Nancy’s had a “soft” opening in March, and an official celebration in May, with Woodstockers already addicted to their offerings. “I’ve had strangers tell me about our shop, not realizing who I was, urging me to go and have the best ice cream ever!” says Sam. “We have great word of mouth and terrific community support.”

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Both partners fill numerous roles. “I do anything that needs to be done,” says

“I’m also a good counter person,” adds Sam. “I know my way around ice cream and shakes, back from my teenage years when I worked in the corner candy store.” And he’s loving being back in the sweetness biz. “We get adults who need a treat after a long day, teenagers having fun as a group, entire families— grandparents, parents, and kids. I love the instant gratification. When you hand someone an ice cream cone, they can’t help but smile.”

They strive to keep it fun, as the ice cream business should be, even in the back. “My employees have said to me several times that they love working at Nancy’s.

That, to me, is paramount to success,” says Kathryn.

“I don’t want to feel, or have anyone feel, dread coming to work. Everyone is treated equal and we all get to work in the kitchen, which I think is great! When I interview someone, I want to see enthusiasm, not necessarily about my shop, but just about anything. “ Her own enthusiasm just keeps growing. “I have worked in big and small companies, big and small cities, nationally and internationally, and this is by far the best job I have ever had,” she says. “Who isn’t happy to buy ice cream, especially my ice cream? The only stress I have is self-inflicted. I demand a high quality standard. But it’s ice cream. We make a mistake, fix it, and move on. I love it!”

One particularly impressive item on the menu that’s causing a stir—ice cream cakes—has already won them a contract to supply a local restaurant. They’d like to explore doing more of that sort of thing, and Kathryn’s not surprised the cakes are a hit. “They’re fantastic,” she says. “It’s a five-layer cake—three layers of cake and two of ice cream—frosted in our own fresh whipped cream.”

This summer, their biggest challenge may be keeping up with the sweet tooth of this sweet town. But one thing is sure: you never know what new and unheard-of treat you’ll find. “We are still developing our menu; it changes with the seasons,” Kathryn says. “Come visit us in July, National Ice Cream Month! We will be having a new special every Saturday of the month, and there are five! Here’s one of my favorites: sweet corn ice cream served with blueberry pie! I know, right?”

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During the “doggiest” days of the year, nothing feels quite as good as chilling your body in a cool, cool pool. The Hudson Valley has more than a few, and several that re-

flect the wild spirit of the country. You may have to investigate your map, maybe ask a local for a lead, but the payoff is worth the adventure. Through some

woods, past a clearing or after a moderate hike, you’ll find a picturesque swimming hole where locals cavort and cool off on a scorching summer afternoon.

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Big Pond. Photo by Andy Arthur.

We have famous holes (Peekamoose Blue Hole is an example of one that became too famous), but we have many more secret holes worthy of further exploration. The following list highlights popular and relatively accessible holes with amenities such as restrooms and picnic areas, but Will Soter of Upstate Adventure Guides says the key to a great swimming hole is to make it your own and keep it clean.

“Find a map, look for blue, hike to it and enjoy what you find,” Will says.

“There are so many treasured spots out there waiting to be discovered. Just remember, we are the ones that have the potential to keep them special.”

Also, Will says, be mindful of river currents and hazards. And don’t go it alone—bring a friend (or more) to enjoy the dip. Here are some great places to cool off in the Hudson Valley.

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Little Pond. Photo by flickr sbenoit.

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big pond: A quieter spot up in Andes, Big Pond nonetheless gets a crowd, as it’s more accessible than most holes. There’s a decent hike that starts at Big Pond, taking folks six miles over to Alder Lake (where you can take another dip). No lifeguard on duty. From Route 30 East, before the road crosses the Tremper Kill, stay straight to head onto BWS Road No. 8. That becomes Barkaboom Road, which becomes Big Pond Road. little pond: Obviously smaller than Big Pond, Little Pond has a beach but no lifeguard on duty. Camping permitted on site. 549 Little Pond State Campground Road, Andes. 845-439-5480.

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colgate lake Nearly two miles up Route 78 from the East Jewett Post Office (off Route 23A in Tannersville), Colgate Lake—part of the Colgate Lake Wild Forest—is a well-protected friend of the Catskill swimmer and fisherman.

It’s a shallow hole and popular with locals. No bathrooms, no lifeguards.

Colgate Lake. Photo by insta @floraforfauna.

north-south lake Close to Kaaterskill Falls is North-South Lake, part of the state-owned North-South Lake Campground. On Route 23A West in Haines Falls, make a right onto North Lake Road, then a quick right onto Route 18, which leads to the campground. NorthSouth Lake has beaches, pavilions, and lifeguards on duty. Bathrooms on premises.

No swimming without a lifeguard. Swimming hours change and are available via the campground. 518-589-5058.

North-South Lake. Photo by insta @adamafzali.

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Lake Minnewaska. Photo by Bethany Pringle @beth_pringle.

Split Rock. By VISITvortex.

Saugerties Village Beach. Photo by Vicki Weaver.

minnewaska A popular place for locals and tourists alike, Minnewaska State Park Preserve offers two main spots for swimming: Lake Awosting and Lake Minnewaska. Both are open when lifeguards are on duty and are gorgeous spots with widescreen views of evergreen trees.

Lake Awosting is the less popular of the two. Swimming season opens mid- to lateJune (call for details). 5281 Route 44-55, Kerhonkson, 845-255-0752

split rock Part of the Mohonk Preserve, Split Rock is a popular rock formation site with a small parking lot, so aim to arrive as early as possible. From Route 44-55 West, drive a mile and a half past the Preserve Visitor Center until you reach Clove Road. Make a right, then bear right at the fork. Turn left into the lot. You’ll need to pay a dayuse fee if you aren’t a Preserve member ($15 for hikers, children younger than 13 are free). Split Rock doesn’t have lifeguards, but the swimming area is fit for both kids and adults, who can jump into the gorge for a thrill.

esopus creek The creek can be too fast and ferocious for swimming, so beware, but there are a few spots along the Esopus fit for your fins. The Saugerties Village Beach (above) off Partition Street —located under the red bridge— is one option that also has a small playground.

Another discreet spot is by the bridge inside Sleepy Hollow Camp Site (5636 Route 28, Phoenicia). Just park outside the entrance and walk up, but be respectful of the site.

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Lake Taghkanic. Photo by seeswim.com.

nutten hook This spot in Stuyvesant is somewhat historic, and locals have been swimming here for generations. Take Route 9J to Ferry Road. There’s a parking area and pull-off area farther up the road. Either way, a trail (the Federal Footpath) by that pull-off area leads to a beach and a calm swimming spot. Also on-site is the oldest icehouse on the Hudson River. lake taghkanic Off Route 82 in Ancram, Lake Taghkanic State Park offers plenty of amenities, including a beach with a lifeguard, grills, pavilions, showers, and campsites. A great place for family fun.

Season runs through October. Call for swimming availability: 518-851-3631.

“There are so many treasured spots out there waiting to be discovered. Just remember, we are the ones that have the potential to keep them special.”

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Lake Wilcox. Photo by Tammy Myers.

lake wilcox Wilcox Memorial Park allows lake swimming 10am– 7pm weekends and holidays only through June 11; starting June 12 through August 18 the lake is open 10am–7 pm Thursday–Monday; August 19–September 4 it is open 10am–6pm Friday–Monday. Lifeguard on duty. Paddle boats and row boats available. $5 vehicle entrance fee for residents of Dutchess County; $10 for non-residents. Off Route 199 in Milan. 845-758-6100.

Ore Pit Pond. Photo by insta @jdubbyya.

copake falls Ore Pit Pond is perfect for kids (those who pass a swim test). Part of Taconic State Park on Route 344 in Copake Falls, the pond has a small swimming area with a lifeguard on duty. Swimming is open daily 11am–7pm from late-June to Labor Day weekend. Children younger than 11 must be accompanied by an adult. 518-329-3993.

Beacon River Pool. Photo by flickr xymox.

river pool at beacon Safely swim in the Hudson River at Beacon’s swimming spot at Pete and Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park.

Standing in water that’s no more than 30 inches deep, swimmers are kept happy (and away from the slime) thanks to some underwater nylon netting. The pool is only 20 feet in diameter, meaning it can’t fit more than 20 bathers. There’s a lifeguard on duty, and it’s open noon–6pm Tuesday–Sunday from July to Labor Day.

We remind you to follow the rules of leave no trace as you enjoy these local spots: Plan ahead, stay on the designated trails, dispose of all garbage properly, leave behind what you find, respect the wildlife, and be considerate of those around you.

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It’s summer! Long, warm days are here and we want to take advantage of that lingering sunlight as much as we can. After a day at work, it’s hard to beat a tasty libation coupled with some fresh Hudson Valley air to wipe that stress away. We’ve compiled a list of the best places around to f ind refreshment and relaxation outdoors.

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Clockwise from top left: Main Course Sangria, Wine at Jar’d, Patio at Bacchus, Drinks at Brooklyn Cider House.

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New Paltz, bacchusnewpaltz.com Courtyard patio seating Our pick: Obolus Dry-Hopped Sour Ale with Lemons b ro o k ly n c i d e r h o u s e

New Paltz, brooklynciderhouse.com Outdoor pavilion with picnic table seating, overlooking the Twin Star Orchards property, and open-air picnic table seating (dog friendly) Our pick: The NEW Raw Hard Cider ja r ’ d w i n e p u b

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New Paltz, maincoursecatering.com Stone patio seating in front

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Our pick: The Seasonal Sangria Of The Day

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Rosendale, the1850house.com Large back deck overlooking the Rondout Creek

High Falls, thespysocialeatery.com Screened porch seating

Our pick: Elderflower Grapefruit Martini

Our pick: Peony Vodka Collins

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Rosendale, thegardenhouse12472. wordpress.com Front garden seating

High Falls, highfallscafe.com Back patio overlooking the Stone Dock Golf Course

Our pick: Tishbi Wines from Israel

Our pick: Grapefruit Martini

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Accord, arrowoodfarms.com Outdoor stone patio. Picnic table seating out in the hops field.

Stone Ridge, butterfieldstoneridge.com Outdoor, bluestone patio seating with umbrellaed tables

Our pick: Saison Farmhouse Pale Ale

Our pick: Chamomile Delight

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Olivebridge, krumville.com Outdoor deck and stone patio with fire pit, overlooking a pond Our pick: Chimay, or choose from a selection of over 500 beers

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Margarita at Ole Savannah

The Floral Note at Redwood

Tuthilltown’s Basil Bourbon High Ball

Henry’s Cranberry Whiskey Sour

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Gardiner, miogardiner.com Outdoor, side patio seating

Gardiner, tuthillhouse.com Outdoor patio overlooking the Gristmill

Our pick: Mount Laurel White by Whitecliff Vineyard

Our pick: Basil and Hudson Bourbon High Ball

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Kingston, olesavannah.com Waterfront deck overlooking the Rondout Creek

Kingston, hickoryrestaurant.com Side deck seating with patio tables and umbrellas

Kingston, redwooduptown.com Rooftop deck with mountain views

Our pick: Ginger Mint Margarita

Our pick: Tocai Friulano White from Millbrook Vineyards

Our pick: The Floral Note

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Rhinebeck, beekmandelamaterinn. com/dining Outdoor, garden greenhouse dining

Our pick: Gooseberry Mojito

Our pick: Classic Old Fashioned

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Marlboro, liveatthefalcon.com Outdoor deck and biergarten with umbrellaed patio tables, overlooking the Marlboro Falls

Our pick: Cranberry Whiskey Sour

Our pick: Blood Orange Fizz

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Milton, buttermilkfallsinn.com Back deck and patio with umbrellaed tables overlooking Buttermilk’s 70-acre Hudson River Estate

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Rhinebeck, terrapinrestaurant.com Outdoor, umbrellaed patio table seating right on Montgomery Street

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Newburgh, 99libertystreet.com Umbrellaed sidewalk seating

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Saugerties, stellasstation.com Outdoor, awning-covered seating and umbrellaed patio tables

Woodstock, aandpbar.com Cozy, roofed biergarten seating with patio lighting

Woodstock, yumyumnoodlebar.com Outdoor patio seating

Our pick: Classic Frozen Margarita

Our pick: A&P Dawa

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Our pick: Sriracha Michelada, featuring Flying Dog Brewery Numero Uno Summer Cerveza

Yum Yum’s Sriracha Michelada and Outdoor Seating

Alamo’s Prosecco Cocktail

Deck Seating at Peekamoose

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Phoenicia, alamocantina.com Main Street patio and back deck seating

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Phoenicia, thephoeniciansteakhouse.com Large, covered back deck seating

Our pick: Wild Hibiscus Prosecco cocktail

Our pick: Classic Dirty Martini

Our pick: Dreamsicle Martini

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Big Indian, peekamooserestaurant.com Covered pavilion-style deck and umbrellaed patio tables

Mount Tremper, woodnotesgrille.com emersonresort.com Wide back deck, overlooking the Esopus Creek

Our pick: Prickly Pear Martini

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Roxbury, publicrestaurant-roxbury.com Front porch seating area

Our pick: The Trout Tale

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Hunter, scribnersprospect.com Cedar Deck and Fire Pit

Expansive outdoor (and dog friendly) deck

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Our pick: Cold Pint of Craft Beer

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One visit to Kingston on a getaway from her home in Brooklyn was all it took for Tamara Ehlin, owner of The Forsyth B&B, to fall in love. A professionally trained pastry chef and a gala event planner for over a decade, Tamara always dreamed of opening a B&B. It wasn’t until she visited Kingston and became enamored with the city that she began to hunt for the perfect local property to bring her dream to life.

Tamara and her husband, architect Charles Mallea, officially opened The Forsyth in late September 2016. In its seven-month lifespan on Kingston’s Abeel Street, just a block over from Broadway and mere footsteps away from the Rondout waterfront, The Forsyth continues to provide a multitude of guests with a “comfortable, luxurious experience.” It’s a boutique B&B, Tamara says, but the atmosphere is casually elegant. Guests at The Forsyth run the gamut from 21 to 91 years old.

It isn’t uncommon for Tamara to host repeat guests, she says. Despite its relatively short existence, The Forsyth has hosted the same guests for upwards of two or three stays. With years of work in foodservice and hospitality under her belt, Tamara is an expert in curating the perfect experience for her guests, many of whom travel from far and wide to reach the B&B.

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Food shots taken by Tamara Ehlin.

The rooms feature casual-chic decor like velvet couches and exposed brick walls, coupling “unique charm with modern conveniences.”

“I’ve worked in many different fields in the past, but I’ve always worked with people to make sure to deliver an outstanding guest experience,” Tamara says.

At The Forsyth, visitors receive a dining and lodging experience unlike anywhere else. Upon check-in, clients are greeted with Tamara’s homemade baked goods and

a locally sourced cheese plate.

Guests are treated to a threecourse, lavish breakfast spread each morning, complete with what Tamara calls a “breakfast dessert,” or a sweet treat to end the meal.

A true one-woman show, Tamara plans, cooks, and serves each meal herself, sourcing ingredients from the Hudson Valley’s rich agricultural sector.

“I’ve worked in many different fields in the past, but I’ve always worked with people to make sure to deliver an outstanding guest experience,” Tamara says.

The food isn’t all there is to write home about. Tamara has designed beautiful, upscale lodging facilities with The Forsyth’s four guest rooms.

The rooms feature casual-chic decor like velvet couches and exposed brick walls, coupling “unique charm with modern conveniences,” Tamara writes on the B&B’s website.

Each room has its own personality

and unique name, including James, Isabella, Amelia, and Erden. The names hail from some of Tamara’s favorite explorers, including James Holman and Isabella Bird from the Victorian era; Amelia Earhart of early-1900s fame; and Erden Eruç, a contemporary athlete and mountaineer who is “very much alive.” Tamara even reached out to Erden on 85

Facebook, and the two have since become friends.

“Erden knows he has an open invitation to stay in his room!” Tamara says with a laugh.

A self-proclaimed extrovert, Tamara loves her line of work and isn’t shy about befriending her guests.

“I love being with people and learning about our guests,” she says. “I love hearing their stories.”

Just a hop and a skip away from The Forsyth are some of Kingston’s most enjoyable attractions, including unique dining, some of upstate New York’s best antiquing, and even a local art museum. Tamara recommends a walk by Kingston’s Rondout waterfront. Locals and out-of-towners alike will enjoy the Hudson River Maritime Museum on the water, showcasing pieces of Hudson Valley history.

With her work at The Forsyth, Tamara has revolutionized the B&B experience in the Hudson Valley.

The chef and business owner even plans to open the space up as an event venue—that is, once she’s finished renovating the historic barn on the property. It’s entirely unsurprising that the Forsyth is ranked #1 on travel websites like Tripadvisor for Kingston’s fan-favorite B&B.

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“Our online reviews really speak to how we take great care of our guests,” Tamara says. “We take a different approach than many B&Bs; here, we’re not opening our home up to guests. The Forsyth was designed specifically for our guests and is their ‘home’ first.”

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Standing out among the bistros and cafés of Uptown Kingston that specialize in regional cuisine, Redwood does not hide its modus operandi: This place is California.

Photo by Jennifer May.

Having opened in May 2016 at the site of the former Frogmore Tavern, Redwood reflects the cuisine and style of the Golden State. The food is a mix of global influences—Mexican, Japanese, and Argentinian among them—with inventive takes on fresh ingredients.

The service is cheerful and laid-back with no fussiness about formal attire.

And the space is cool and inviting with a sunny California feature: a roof deck.

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The idea to open Redwood came from co-owner Kelly Jenkins Polston, who grew up in Kingston before departing for the University of California, Berkeley in 1989. She stayed out west after graduating, opening a fine-dining restaurant and a bar, and raising four sons with her husband Scott Polston.

When Kelly and her son visited Syracuse University in 2014 to explore options for his college education, she decided to swing by the old hometown. It was the first time she had been back to Kingston. Needless to say, she was shocked.

“It had grown so much, and it was so beautiful, and the weather was amazing,” says Kelly. She told Scott about it, so he took the other three boys on a trip to the Hudson Valley in 2015.

And they liked it enough that the family bought a house in the Kingston area with the intention to flip it a year later; but, that didn’t happen. Their restaurant and bar back in California both sold, and, simultaneously, they heard that the Frogmore was for sale.

“It went very fast,” laughs Kelly. They closed the deal in March 2016 and immediately started a small renovation, taking out a wall and booths, adding a long banquette, making an open kitchen, and changing the color scheme to a soft blue and white, which enhanced the coolness of the dining room. They hired executive chef Sean Tompkins in April and opened the restaurant May 31.

“We have a handful of dedicated people working very hard, long hours,” says Kelly. “It’s a tight-knit little group in there.”

A year later, the group is fulfilling its mission: To serve modern, locally sourced food with a California flair.

The menu changes seasonally. Springtime entrées include chilled lobster with grilled peaches, pickled cherries, and a charred romaine mixed with a cherry vinaigrette and feta. Meats are adventurous: rabbit roasted in honey

Photo by Jennifer May.

“We really believe that you can have fine-dining quality and execution and it can still be a fun and chill place.”—Kelly Jenkins Polston, co-owner

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and lavender and wagyu beef served with chimichurri and yucca fries, combining Japanese and South American influences. California-inspired salads like the Sonoma—greens with pistachio praline, cherries, manchego cheese and a fume blanc vinaigrette —are bright and crisp.

Redwood makes everything in-house—except the table-service bread from Bread Alone—including its ramen noodles featured in its spicy vegetable and pork ramen dishes. Produce is sourced from various local farms and collectives, including Sky Farm in Millerton. Having ingredients mere miles away from the 94

restaurant is something Kelly wasn’t used to in California. “It was hard to eat like that in California,” she says. “The farms are far away.”

The summer menu is likely to include lobster melon salad, which can be enjoyed on Redwood’s rather large and impressive roof deck, called Up-Top. With plenty of oversized shades to block direct sunlight, guests can comfortably dine on the deck, or they’re just as welcome to lounge with a drink.

Choose from the 12 taps that feature both Kingston-made and West Coast beers (Keegan Ales, Firestone Walker, Lagunitas), or order one of Redwood’s

homemade cocktails, like One For Ernie, made with local Warwick Gin, prosecco, spiced cranberry syrup, and fresh lime. Then sit back and enjoy; seating at the Up-Top bar offers gorgeous sunset views, reminiscent of a Northern California winery or Southern California beach bar.

“We really believe that you can have fine-dining quality and execution and it can still be a fun and chill place,” says Kelly.

Redwood also serves brunch starting at 10am on Saturday and Sunday. Entrées include traditional favorites like eggs Benedict and French toast (with local camembert and a blackberry syrup); but there’s some California zest on the menu, too, like chilaquiles—a traditional Mexican tortilla dish—with lobster, corn, poached eggs, and salsa verde.

Kids can get their own breakfast meals, courtesy of Kelly’s young sons who developed the kids dinner menu (a healthy salad, tacos) and kids brunch menu (French toast sticks).

Redwood also hosts parties for all kinds of occasions in its banquet room (seats 80), from wed-

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ding rehearsal dinners to Woodstock Film Festival events. One year through, the restaurant is clearly part of the Uptown diaspora.

“We’re kind of a tight-knit community in Uptown,” says Kelly. “We’re super excited the place has [fallen] into our lap, to be part of the community, and getting into it when we did.”

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A full-service bar and restaurant where fine scratch cooking pairs perfectly with live music that’ll keep you dancing all night long.

High school sweethearts Buffy and Brian Gribbon decided fifteen years ago that they wanted their three kids to grow up someplace less crowded than Mahwah, New Jersey; someplace where they could enjoy hiking, sports, and the outdoors as a family.

“Brian is a Culinary Institute graduate, so we were familiar with New Paltz and were lucky enough to find this side of the mountain,” says Buffy.

Residents of the Rondout Valley side of the mountain—and others who know of the gem that is the High Falls Cafe—would probably say that the luck is theirs. From first opening in its former location in 2005, the Cafe has been special: a full-service bar and restaurant where fine scratch cooking pairs perfectly with live music that’ll keep you dancing all night long.

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“When you order it we make it. It takes a bit longer and is hard work, but we feel that the product that comes out is much more authentic in presentation and taste.” – Buffy Gribbon, owner gather and have fun together without having to travel too far to do it. This had us moving to dinner hour and then to live music.” The Cafe has relocated off the main drag, but High Falls folks still don’t have to

travel far—just a few minutes down charming wooded lanes gets you to their new location at Stone Dock, a public golf course renowned for splendid mountain views and a challenging nine-hole course.

Those who make the trip can count on being well fed when they reach their destination. “We buy all of our ingredients and make basically everything from scratch—all our salad dressings, sauces, and sides,” says Buffy. “When you order it we make it. It takes a bit longer and is hard work, but we feel that the product that comes out is much more authentic in presentation and taste.”

True to their original concept, breakfast is still a big deal and served all day long on Sundays.

“Brian is a master at breakfast, and we have eight kinds of Eggs Benedict with the best Hollandaise sauce anywhere,” says Buffy. “It’s why we started out as a breakfast spot.” Other breakfast possibilities include biscuits and gravy and challah bread French toast.

“After we opened, we found a hunger for the nightlife that was also missing— a place to gather and have fun together without having to travel too far to do it.

This had us moving to dinner hour and then to live music.”

– Buffy Gribbon, owner Breakfast may have been the beginning of everything, but the cafe’s lunch and dinner menus are equally enticing. Soups, sandwiches, flat bread pita pizzas and quesadillas add variety to a list of custom classic burgers—order one on Tuesday and get a free beer—as well as wings, which are 50 cents each on Wednes-

days, when you can also get pasta for $10. Creative dinner entrees include Salmon Puttanesca, Chicken Francaise and Marsala, and “Brian’s Meatloaf.” There are vegetarian and gluten-free selections, and they’ll take tender loving care of guests with food allergies.

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on dance nights, and you’ll want to make sure you’re nourished because Buffy and Brian pride themselves on bringing in the most danceable bands around—and they know where to find them, too. “The music community here is amazing!” says Buffy. “Talented, energetic folks who love to play and listen to music. We just provide the atmosphere and the food. The quality of music we have in the Hudson Valley is mind-blowing. Some of the music we have had at the Cafe is better than things I have paid to see in big venues.”

This particular laid-back venue—what with great eats, wi-fi, a pool table, and well-curated drinks, such as classic martinis, justifiably famous Bloody Marys, and creative elixirs like Little Brown Jug Shakes made with bourbon cream—is a favorite with regional “name bands” and those who love them because the Cafe is reliably an intelligent and soul-shaking night out. “We have fantastic customers!” says Buffy. “We have a mostly over-thirty crowd, fun and supportive people who love to dance! We like our place to feel warm and comfy, like your living room, like family. It can be busy sometimes, but so can a household.”

Keeping this “household” running smoothly takes a lot of work. “Brian is the chef, cook, dishwasher,

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“We like our place to feel warm and comfy, like your living room, like family. It can be busy sometimes, but so can a household.” – Buffy Gribbon, owner kitchen manager, beer and food ordering, hiring, firing, supervisor, plumber, electrician, and delivery person,” Buffy says. “I’m the bookkeeper, bartender, liquor-ordering, sommelier, human resource, entertainment booker, schedule maker, server, menu writer, and delivery person. Just to name a few roles that come to mind. All kidding aside, we both do a bit of everything; you have to when you own your own business.”

They are assisted by a carefully chosen crew who share in the can-do spirit. “Most of our employees have worked for us since the beginning,” Buffy says.

“We love our employees like family; we’re all in it together. Several of our employees have been mistaken for our children over the years and that is a positive thing—it means that they care as much as the owners do. Over the years we have had six combinations of mother and child working for us at the

same time, and five brother-and-sister combinations. We watch them grow up and become graduates, get married, and become parents.”

Not every moment has been easy.

The recession of 2008 was hard on the Cafe, as it was on most small businesses, and moving to a less visible location has been an adjustment. “Some people still don’t know we’re here,” says Buffy. “But the best thing that comes out of a tough time is knowing how many people actually rely on us being here and want us to be. Pooling resources and ideas from friends and loved ones is the only way to get through the low spots.”

Colleagues on the High Falls business scene are on that list of friends and loved ones; Buffy and Brian are glad to be part of the fabric. “Every restaurant has a niche,” says Buffy.

“People will come into town and perhaps have dinner at The Spy and then come to the Cafe for an event.

This works for both of us and draws people into the town. If they are in town they might see some of the shops or galleries and then want to come back during the day; it all works together.”

And the secret ingredient of the Cafe’s overall magic is that very community. The best part of it all? Buffy doesn’t have to think before answering: “People, people, people! Our clientele have become part of our family; there are people we see every day. And we would not have known any of the people we have met over the years without having the Cafe.”

So the next time you’re hungry, whether for breakfast, a burger, or an epic night out, come give the Cafe a try.

You can find menus and more information on their website or visit their Facebook page for the latest updates.

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dream come true for Catskill Mountain Store and Restaurant owners Drew and Natasha Shuster. The Shusters run a family business in two locations in the Great Northern Catskill Mountains: the origi-

nal combination store, restaurant, looking zoo, and garden center is located on Main Street in Windham, while the second store and restaurant can be found on Main Street in Tannersville.

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“Take a Piece of the Country Home” As a family friendly destination welcoming tourists, vacationers, hikers, weekenders, and local regulars, the Shusters say they started the business so that they could have time with their children and be a part of the community.

“We needed to do something so we could raise our family, so that’s why we started the business,” Natasha says. “I like the freedom that it gives us to be with our kids. I love that freedom,” she adds.

“We decided that if we were going to have kids, we needed to be in some sort of business that will allow us to do that,” says Drew.

“I met Natasha at Hunter Mountain in 1989,” says Drew. “I was at that time looking to open up my own business and relocate,” says Drew, originally from Rockland County.

“When you are an entrepreneur and you look around your business and it’s successful, you can have a dream out there and make it come true,” says Drew.

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Natasha’s background includes the Culinary Institute of America and retail experience from an early age in Pennsylvania. As a member of the Women’s Professional Ski Racing Tour from 1984 to 1988, she was drawn to the Catskill Mountains and has been longtime friends with the Slutzky family, founders of the Hunter Mountain ski resort.

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“People love the animals—not just kids, adults, too—especially people coming out of suburbia. Our animals are really loving and affectionate. It’s just a lot of fun.”

Drew and Natasha opened The Country Mountain Store in Windham in 1994, and subsequently purchased the Windham Garden Center in 1995, adding their own garden center, walking paths, and looking zoo. In 2000, they added a restaurant to the business.

“People love the animals—not just kids, adults, too—especially people coming out of suburbia. Our animals are really loving and affectionate. It’s just a lot of fun,” says Drew.

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Chickens, ducks, peacocks, pigs, miniature horses, and fainting goats are among the farm rescue sanctuary in the looking zoo at the Windham location.

“We just got two goats (named) Barnes and Noble,” says Natasha. “The animals are happy and healthy. They eat all the scraps that people don’t eat so nothing goes to waste. We’re very green,” she adds.

While the menu offers breakfast and lunch, Natasha says that offering breakfast all day on the menu is a draw for customers. “It worked out for us. That’s

what’s grown our business, plus our private-label gourmet food and our pies—they have grown significantly,” she says.

The Shusters run a second store/ restaurant in Tannersville. “Three years ago they [The Hunter Foundation] made us an offer we couldn’t refuse,” says Drew. “They did a tremendous amount of work renovating the building and made us an offer

we couldn’t turn down. The Hunter Foundation’s goal is to take dilapidated buildings, renovate them, and find people to open the business so the town stays rejuvenated. They’ve done a very good job with that,” he adds.

“In rural America, in the towns that are doing ok or becoming rejuvenated, there usually is a foundation behind it like the Hunter Foundation and the Windham Foundation.

The apple cider donuts and fruit pies have been listed among Hudson Valley Magazine’s Best in the Region.

Without these wonderful people who have a love for the area, I think it would be hard-pressed for these areas to do as well as they are,” says Natasha.

The Shuster children—Sydney, Gus, and Tori—all know the business well.

“They all wash dishes, work in the greenhouse and garden center, [and] work on the property,” Natasha says.

Some of the ideas to grow the business have come from the Shuster children, including Sydney’s Fabulous Fudge, as well as apple cider donuts and fruit pies that have been listed among Hudson Valley Magazine’s Best in the Region.

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had the entrepreneurial spirit at a young age.

“When she was 11 years old, she wanted to get into the fudge business. She told us she wanted to sell some fudge in the store, so we told her she had to come up with a business plan and some recipes and then we could make an area of the store to sell fudge,” says Drew. “So over the next six months that’s exactly what she did, and Sydney’s Fabulous Fudge was born. It’s a big part of our business now,” he adds.

Gus, now 18 years old, turned his hankering for donuts into a draw for customers at age seven.

“When he was seven,” says Natasha, “he kept saying, ‘Windham doesn’t sell any donuts’ and he wanted to make donuts, so we wound up buying a new donut machine. He put part of his money into it and he worked and started our donut business at seven years old.”

One of the challenges to keeping the business alive and growing has been the overall decrease in the population on the mountain. “We only have about 1700 full-time Windham-Hunter residents and when we first opened up we had about 3200 full-time residents, so it’s a challenge to deal with that,” Natasha says. “If you really look at rural America, it’s shrink-

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The menu offers all the traditional breakfast and lunch items you can imagine, all freshly made, and many of them featuring locally sourced ingredients. ing. Our biggest positive is how we’ve brought our family up in the business, how much we’ve taught our children, and what they’ve learned from being in rural America and being in business,” she says.

doing and realize that you’re not going to get rich from it but hopefully you’re going to have a good life from it. We’ve made a tremendous amount of friends in this area and many of our customers have turned into friends,” he adds.

Looking back on some 23 years in the business, Drew says, “It’s all been worth it. With any successful small business you have to love what you’re

“After Hurricane Irene, we literally had 95-percent of our business washed away. The next day, after

the flooding had stopped, we had 50 people show up to help us; the next day—100 people. A month later we still had 50 people coming in to help us. Our kids would come in at eight [in the morning], work until two or three[p.m.], help us rebuild the store, then say to us, ‘Can we go into town and help some other people?’

Their friends were doing the exact same thing. It was an experience you could never teach, something so valuable to our children and our community,” Drew says.

To experience this slice of rural America and all of its deliciousness, take a scenic drive through the beautiful mountains and treat yourself to a hearty breakfast or lunch at The Catskill Mountain Country Store and Restaurant.

The menu offers all the traditional breakfast and lunch items you can imagine, all freshly made, and many of them featuring locally sourced ingredients and using only organic eggs. At the Tannersville location, you can have a seat at the new ice cream bar to cool down with a soda or shake on a warm summer day.

Then browse the store and take a piece of the country home with you— homemade foods, pies, and unique gifts await you.

You can also visit The Catskill Mountain Country Store and Restaurant any time through their website and online store. For updates and photos, be sure to connect with them through Facebook and Instagram, as well.

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Inspired by her heritage, restaurateur and chef Maria Philippis launched Kovo Rotisserie, a casual, trendy Greek-inspired eatery, in mid2016. Kovo would quickly become a mainstay in downtown Kingston, offering locals a taste of high-quality, modern Greek cuisine in a hip, clean space. It’s the perfect marriage of Maria’s ancestral homeland of the Greek island of Samos and her own home, New York’s bountiful Hudson Valley.

An experienced restaurateur, Maria also owns and operates Boitson's Restaurant in Kingston, an American bistro serving refined comfort food alongside a raw bar and top-notch cocktails. Since its grand opening in June 2010, Boitson’s continues to wow locals and out-oftowners alike. Kovo is Maria’s second propri-

It’s the perfect marriage of Maria’s ancestral homeland of the Greek island of Samos and her own home, New York’s bountiful Hudson Valley.

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“My grandparents owned a general store on the island of Samos,” Maria says. “Customers would visit for their cooking supplies: salt, olive oil, cheese, bread, snacks. It was there that I learned about food, in my grandmother’s kitchen with my mother and aunts teaching me how to use the special ingredients of our ancestors.”

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“We’re committed to serving the finest, freshest local produce and meat possible,” Maria says. etary venture in the restaurant business; since she already owned the property where Kovo is located, it made sense for her to expand her reach and dabble in the casual, more family-friendly style of dining. She renovated Kovo’s location, transforming the space into an airy, chic dining area suitable for any crowd.

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and love into a foreign cuisine, while keeping the focus on fresh ingredients sourced close to home.

Of course, the star of the show at Kovo is their meat; hence, the “rotisserie” in the name. Touting high-quality meats, all cooked on an in-house rotisserie, Maria promises her patrons the very best of regional dining through a unique

and affordable menu that allows customers to choose from a list of proteins, greens with traditional Greek seasonings, and the option to eat it in a pita or salad bowl. Hungry omnivores can try Greek-inspired dishes like leg of lamb, loukaniko sausage, or free-range chicken, all topped with spices and Greek staples like feta cheese imported from Greece.

For seafood lovers, Kovo also offers fish specials on their weekly Fish Fridays (check Kovo’s playful Instagram account for a chalkboard-sketch reminder each week!). Vegetarians or vegans looking to dabble in Greek fare shouldn’t fret; all of the fresh, seasonal salads at Kovo are fit for vegetarians, Maria says, and many of the side dishes available are vegetarian- and vegan-friendly.

[Maria] has done something truly remarkable at Kovo: she’s breathed life and love into a foreign cuisine, while keeping the focus on fresh ingredients sourced close to home.

“All of our salads are vegetarian, gluten-free, and can be made vegan,” Maria says. Don’t be fooled by what seems like a simple menu: the quality of the dishes served at Kovo speaks for itself. With glossy magazines like Vogue covering Kovo’s splash onto Kingston’s dining scene, the Mediterranean-inspired eatery continues to impress and ex-

pand its reach. Kids, too, are more than welcome to experience Maria’s take on Greek cuisine. Kovo has its own kids menu, complete with a bento-box-inspired lunch deal for guests ages 12 and under. The kids menu is inspired by Maria’s son’s favorite dishes, she says—another homage to family that makes Kovo feel like a home away from home.

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Of course, no foodie can forget dessert.

Don’t overlook Kovo’s Greek yogurt; it has the perfect level of sweetness to balance out a hearty, savory meat. Then again, if savory is what you’re looking for, Maria’s salt, olive oil, and toasted almond-topped frozen yogurt dish is right up your alley.

Kovo also offers Saturday and Sunday brunch, featuring sweet delights like Greek yogurt pancakes or savory bites like Greek breakfast “tacos.” With 48 hours notice, the fabulous team at Kovo can even cater your next big event, bringing Maria’s expert touch and locally sourced ingredients to your home or office.

Kovo’s diversity and inclusivity—of locals and tourists, omnivores and vegans, adults and children alike—is a testament to Maria’s wisdom as a restaurateur. Here, there’s truly something for everyone.

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rom the time Michael Aiello grew up in a circa-1830 Dutch Colonial in the shadow of the impressive Shawangunk Mountains, he knew what it meant to host an endless array of guests.

Frequently, members of his extended family who lived in New York City would travel to the house Michael’s grandfather purchased in the early part of the 20th century. The family would celebrate major life events, holidays—really any excuse to gather in this beautiful house. Today, Michael owns the house with his husband, Robert Witkowski. The couple has turned Michael’s boyhood home into The Inn at Kettleboro, a quintessential weekend retreat for visitors eager to shed

the stress of city life and reclaim some serenity.

“When they come up on Friday, the vast majority of guests ... are just intense and anxious,” says Robert. “And when you see them the next morning at breakfast, they’re just different, relaxed people. It continues through the weekend.”

The Winesap and Braeburn rooms include mountain views and king beds and run $250– $275 per night. The Empire and

The Inn at Kettleboro helps set the scene for a relaxing weekend in the Hudson Valley. Sitting on 13 acres atop a hill off Route 208 in New Paltz, the Inn offers panoramic views of the Shawangunk Mountains and Skytop Tower.

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The Winesap and Braeburn rooms include mountain views and king beds and run $250–$275 per night. The Empire and Cortland are cozier with queen beds, and run $225–$250 per night. Each guest bedroom has its own private bathroom with showers and modern white subway tile walls.

Cortland are cozier with queen beds, and run $225–$250 per night. Each guest bedroom has its own private bathroom with showers and modern white subway tile walls.

parlor furniture that once outfitted Michael’s grandmother’s house, to the dining room table, which was a Bard College cafeteria table found at a Habitat for Humanity ReStore. There is minimal drapery in the house to allow for natural light. The intention is to underscore

Twenty years prior to creating the inn, Michael and Robert moved to New Paltz to take care of Michael’s parents—who lived in the house— while still commuting to their respective information technology jobs. After Michael’s par-

The decor is classic, combining a soft color palette of golds, blues, and reds with vintage chairs and dressers. Antique furniture tells unique stories, from the

soothing comfort while offering necessary amenities (wi-fi, self-controlled heating and cooling, maid service) and keeping the warmth of the house intact.

ents passed away, and Robert left the IT field after 35 years, the couple decided to turn the family house into The Inn at Kettleboro.

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Thus, a total renovation was in order before opening the inn Memorial Day weekend, 2014.

They added six bathrooms and gutted the back of the house to emphasize the view, adding tall windows in the large dining room. That leads to the bluestone back porch, where Adirondack chairs face the Shawangunks and a picnic table hosts warm-weather meals.

Robert is chef at the inn, procuring his ingredients from the numerous local farms and preparing breakfasts like vegetable frittatas and orange-scented French toast. Fresh fruit, yogurt, granola and breakfast meats are always part of the family-style display. He’ll often bake for guests, setting onto the table impressive goodies like blood orange olive oil cake or cinnamon scones.

“I just gravitated to cooking,” says Robert. “I always loved to cook and entertain for people. We just thought it was a natural thing for us to do.”

Just as natural is the communication with and between guests. Breakfast is served at 9am promptly, and guests are encouraged to sit together at the dining room table.

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“It’s good to see the social interaction that happens during the sharing of the meal.”

“Both of us feel it’s special that people get to interact with one another,” says Robert. “It’s good to see the social interaction that happens during the sharing of the meal.”

And when guests congregate with each other and staff, there’s ample opportunity to share knowledge of the region. Michael and Robert frequently lead guests to experiences that they’ll cherish for years.

Want a quick nosh and a good local drink? Robert may recommend Liquid Mercantile in Gardiner.

Looking for a formidable hike? The Inn at Kettleboro often has guest passes from Mohonk Preserve.

Then there are the orchards. Not only are they popular destinations throughout the region, but The Inn at Kettleboro has its own peach and apple orchard on the property. Maintained by Dressel Farms of New Paltz, the eight acres adds to Robert’s kitchen pantry. “In the summertime the peaches are phenomenal,” he says. Guests can roam the orchard while visiting the inn.

The orchard also provides an idyllic setting for an Inn at Kettleboro wedding. The venue hosts about

four to five intimate weddings per year, with guest lists typically ranging from 25 to 30 people.

A winter wedding may focus on the parlor fireplace, highlighting the understated elegance of the home’s interior. In summer, the mountains once again become the star, as couples typically say their vows outdoors.

Whether it’s for a wedding, a weeklong vacation, a venue for special gathering or a weekend stay, visitors to The Inn at Kettleboro have sung its praises. Robert says reviews have been overwhelmingly positive.

“We’re very proud of that,” he says, “It’s nice to hear the words people share with the world about how much they enjoyed their stay here.”

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No other fitness discipline has demonstrated the staying power of yoga. Practiced for thousands of years, yoga continues to grow in popularity. A 2015 survey reported that one in ten American adults has tried at least one downward dog, a percentage that doubled from the previous decade. Yoga has many mind-body benefits—increasing strength and flexibility, defining muscles and providing stress relief. The benefits begin with your first class.

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Getting started is easy. All it takes are some workout clothes, a good class, and deciding which of the numerous types of yoga to practice. Fortunately, the Hudson Valley offers classes in many of those varieties, with a focus on the five most popular in the US: Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Iyengar and Bikram yoga. Whichever type of yoga you choose, there can be plenty of variation in classes of the same discipline.

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Hatha yoga is really a general term that can be used to label any yoga practice, but most classes described as hatha yoga today offer a slow-paced, gentle type of yoga, with a focus on meditation and breathing. This gentle introduction to yoga postures is well-suited for beginners since it focuses on one pose at a time.

Vinyasa focuses on synchronizing breath with a flowing sequence of movements. A focal point in most vinyasa classes is the Sun Salutation, a series of 12 poses, which ideally transition in a graceful sequence. Vinyasa can be translated to mean gradual progression. It is good for strengthening the mind-body connection.

This type of yoga incorporates all eight branches of Ashtanga yoga and adds body alignment exercises. As a result, there’s more of an emphasis on standing postures. Besides offering the same benefits as other yoga practices, Iyengar yoga exercises can help improve balance.

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Which practice is best for you? The only way to know for sure is to try a few classes. The positions in each class will be similar but the pace, order, and approach may differ. The style of each teacher may also differ. Here’s an idea of what you might expect.

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Yoga is always evolving and some adaptations may also fit the bill. Some classes speed up the pace of exercise sequences while others slow it down, and yet others incorporate techniques from other forms of physical fitness. Here are a few examples:

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This modern yoga model is based closely on the Ashtanga method and sometimes the terms are used interchangeably. However, the order of Ashtanga yoga classes is always the same,

This cardiovascular workout combines yoga, calisthenics, and Pilates exercises, with the aim of building overall strength and flexibility, as well as improving posture and balance. If you can’t

Restorative yoga postures are slow and steady. Rather than moving quickly from pose to pose, restorative yoga uses props such as blocks and blankets to support the body so

whereas the equally intense power yoga can vary with every class. Power yoga is good for maintaining strength and stamina and the aerobic approach might help you lose weight.

decide between yoga and Pilates, this class is perfect for you. Ask in advance if you need to bring a yoga mat and dumbbells.

positions can be held for longer. The props help muscles relax deeply and stretch gradually into the posture.

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a s h ta n g a This vigorous athletic form of yoga features a set of exercises that always take place in the same order. Ashtanga means eight branches. One benefit to taking an ashtanga yoga class is that once you learn the Ashtanga sequence of exercises, you can go to any class in the world and expect the same. Another benefit is that having the same sequence of poses in every class allows practitioners to perfect them. The room is often heated to a toasty 80 to 90 degrees, so bring a towel.

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Finally, there’s even a form of yoga you can practically do in your sleep. Yoga nidra is not really physical exercise but it’s a great way to become aware of your body and de-stress. yo g a n i d r a Yoga nidra, or yogic sleep, helps you focus on your breath, identify sensations in your body, and relax. Practitioners lie down comfortably and listen to a guided meditation

led by their teacher. It’s not unusual for people to fall asleep during sessions, as relaxation can be deep. The end goal is to leave class feeling renewed and refreshed.

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Some like their yoga really hot. Bikram, or hot yoga, is generally practiced in a room that’s heated to 95 or 100 degrees. The theory behind Bikram Yoga is that warm temperatures help tight muscles relax. Sweating is part of the practice and thought to help flush out toxins. Bikram Yoga classes are typically 90 minutes long and consist of a sequence of 26 postures.

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IRIS YOGA STUDIO

238-1 Towpath Road, Accord. yogairis.com Iris is a community and retreat center overlooking the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, with a GeoBarn yoga studio that is perfectly suited for small workshops, yoga classes, meditation, and intimate gatherings.

Iris offers classes, workshops, and events for the body, mind, and spirit, and also hosts groups and gatherings led by guests offering their own programs. Be sure to check out their upcoming events as well as their ongoing classes, or explore the beautiful grounds and studio.

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Helping students increase their flexibility, strength, alignment, and confidence through an intelligent, dynamic, and safe yoga discipline. With three locations, we make practicing yoga convenient and also afforable.

Shakti Yoga founder Linda Lalita Winnick has created an insightful approach to the yoga practice, drawing from her 30 years of experience as a student and teacher. A rich knowledge of yogic philosophy, anatomy, and physiology and an extensive Ayurvedic background adds a deeper dimension shared during classes at Shakti Yoga of Woodstock, Saugerties, and Kingston. Shaktifitness is the latest creation, adding a wellrounded mix of physical actions to increase strength, stamina, and coordination that can be practiced in small groups or with personal training.

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hamlet of High Falls, WSY offers 30 weekly classes, custom private instruction, and educational workshops and events. WSY, a professional, reliable, and welcoming yoga studio that caters to all levels of practitioner, cares deeply about serving their students and providing a quality experience. Explore vinyasa yoga, yin yoga, restorative yoga, yoga for beginners, gentle styles, and Pilates. Drop in to any class! New students: Buy 1 get 1 free for $15, 10-class pass $100, or become a WSY member for $75 per month, the most generous rate in the Hudson Valley!

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“Everyone wants to bring fire into their life,” says Aja. “It’s a basic element.”

There’s something satisfying about circling a fire, whether it’s to toast s’mores on a summer evening or watch cinders soar into the sky. The desire to gather around a fire is as old as time and yet inspires a popular outdoor design trend—the fire pit.

According to the American Society of Landscape Architects, fire pits top the list of today’s most in-demand outdoor design elements.

During the last few years, Aja Hudson of Earth Designs, a Rosendalebased landscaping collective, has seen a significant uptick in the number of requests for fire pits.

Incorporating that element into an outdoor plan takes many forms—from temporary to permanent, from metal to stone, from wood-burning to gasfired, and from simple to sculptural.

p o rta b l e o r p e r m a n e n t One of the simplest ways to create

landscaping—but on a larger scale.

a fire-inspired focal point is to dig a hole and surround it with rocks.

Some prefer the natural approach— fitting a fire pit seamlessly into their

At Earth Designs, fire pits are generally excavated with heavy machinery and lined with boulders for a natural look.

“People can build a fire pit out of materials around the house,” says Aja. “We just build fancier ones by simply piling up big stones.”

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When crafting your own, Aja recommends staying away from river rocks. “Anything that had water flowing over it for a long period of time is subject to popping and cracking, which can hurt someone.”

Another simple alternative is to purchase a portable unit or kit at a hardware or hearth store. Portable fire pits, or fire tables, made from copper, stainless steel, or cast iron just need to be set up on a fire retardant, stone, or sand surface. With many models on the market, the design can be as simple as a plain bowl or complex enough to qualify as sculpture.

If you’re handy, you can build a fire pit with some paving stones and a kit. “Most fire pits are sold as a kit including wall blocks, steel ring, lid, and grill grates,” says Jim Niles, paver specialist at Herzog’s Home and Paint Center in Kingston. “Grill grates are an added benefit to turn your fire pit into a BBQ.” According to Jim, the best-selling fire pits on the market use cutting-edge technology to produce a taller, brighter, fuller flame. You can also opt for durable stainless steel screens that are hinged for easy access to the fire and offer protection from flying ambers, as well as inserts to keep smoke from stinging your eyes.

The desire to gather around a fire is as old as time and yet inspires a popular outdoor design trend—the fire pit.

A mason or hardscaping company can fit a fire pit into a general paving plan that includes walls, benches, and possibly even a pool or hot tub. Combining fire and water elements is a good way to imbue any landscaping plan with visual drama. Fire pits provide a lovely place to warm up after a swim.

The most obvious advantage to a stone, clay, or brick fire pit is permanence. No need to put stone fire pits away during inclement weather and that means they can be used all year. Portable models may need to be covered or taken inside for the winter. “If they are made out of steel they will rust and 149

c l o s e o r fa r Not only is it essential to keep the fire away from the edge; it should also be kept far from shrubbery. “Keep it away from the trees,” says Mike.

“Watch that the flames don’t reach any overhanging branches, especially in spring and fall when everything can burn so easily. And always rake dry leaves and grass away.”

Landscaping is not the only safeguard to consider when deciding on a location. Furniture—from benches to recliners—surrounding the fire pit can make it cozier, but if you like to sit close, make sure your seat is not flammable. rot away when you leave them out all winter,” says Tony Mirto of Accord’s A&M Hardware, which sells both gas-powered and wood-burning fire pits.

Even though stone constructions are more permanent and naturally resist rust, they are not indestructible. To prolong the life of a stone fire pit, consider the size of the fire relative to the size of the pit. “If a fire gets hot enough the stone can explode,” says Mike Soule of Mike’s Earthworks in Stone Ridge. “Always keep the fire at least six inches away from the edge of the fire pit.”

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Alex Kambouris of Accord’s A&G Custom Made Furniture builds beautiful outdoor furniture in cedar and mahogany, including custom garden benches and canopied shelters, but he stresses the importance of keeping wooden furniture at a safe distance. “It’s a good idea to place anything combustible at least 20 feet from the fire pit,” he says. “Some people like to sit closer, but that’s still a comfortable distance to hang out and enjoy a glass of wine.” Alex also suggests checking the regulations in your area regarding the use of fire pits or any existing burn bans.

g a s , w o o d , o r p ro pa n e Fire pits run on various fuels. Both wood and gas-fired models offer advantages.

Wood-burning fireplaces are easy to install and invite those gathered around to participate in the ritual of feeding the fire. However, starting a wood fire can be time-consuming. You need somewhere to stockpile wood, which can attract insects.

“There is nothing like relaxing around a warm, enchanting fire to bring family and friends closer together.”—Jim Niles, Herzog’s Gas fire pits start up quickly and can be turned off quickly. They do, however, make smaller fires and are more expensive than wood-burning fire pits.

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There’s also an environmentally commendable alternative—briquettes made from recycled sawdust.

Kingston’s Excelsior Wood Products is a greenfocused company that makes recycled wood decks, and, as a by-product, briquettes. They began producing briquettes because they had an excess of

“We grew up on a dairy farm and farmers recycle everything, so we try to bring that mindset here,” says Christina Sauer. “We thought, we have this waste, let's make a good product from it and share it with the community. Briquettes produce less creosote, there’s no bark on the material, and they

For an increasing number of homeowners, the fire pit has become a standard feature. “There is nothing like relaxing around a warm, enchanting fire to bring family and friends closer together,” says Jim. “Outdoor living areas are no longer complete without featuring fire pits or fire tables.”

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Earth Designs Cooperative 363 Main Street, Rosendale.

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Maverick Concert Hall in Woodstock is more than just a concert venue. At this historic site, concertgoers are spoiled annually with live performances from cherished classical and world musicians and views of some of the region’s most vibrant, thriving woodlands. It’s truly a match made in chamber music heaven, and, according to the passionate team at Maverick, it’s every bit as enchanting as it sounds.

Constructed by hand 102 years ago by founder Hervey White of the Maverick Art Colony of Woodstock, Maverick’s concert hall is brimming with culture and history. An award-winning site with superb acoustics, the concert hall is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and wellknown as a multi-starred local tourist attraction.

Executive Director Kitt Potter—Maverick’s first

executive director in its entire history, and the self-proclaimed “new kid on the block” at the organization—says that Maverick is a gem of the Hudson Valley.

For Kitt, being a part of the team at Maverick Concerts is a dream come true. After over 20 years in nonprofit leadership at different organizations up

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and down the East Coast, Kitt heard about an opening for an executive director position at Maverick and knew it was meant to be her job. She had grown up in the Hudson Valley, so it was close to home. Plus, the job title married two of her greatest passions: nonprofit service and classical music. Raised on a steady diet of classical and jazz music, Kitt is a gifted vocalist herself. “Music is my life,” she says. “It’s really such a joy to [work at] Maverick.”

Given the concert hall’s century-long history, it’s only natural that Maverick was in need of some renovations. Maverick Concerts board member and building committee chair Sandy Siegel, along with her team of passionate, all-volunteer committee members, spearheaded their quest to design, construct, and install comfortable, practical seating for concertgoers at Maverick Concerts. The original benches at the concert hall “weren’t very comfortable or ergonomic,” Sandy says, and the committee knew it was time for an upgrade.

With a generous donation from the Thompson Family Foundation, a longtime supporter of Maverick Concerts, Sandy and the committee were able to actualize their goals. After hours spent sitting in prototype benches and discussing the ins and outs of what makes for a comfortable seating arrangement, Sandy thinks the team knocked it out of the park. “The new benches are quite handsome and suit the hall,” she says. The building committee at Maverick continues to work on projects every day to improve the state of the concert hall and maintain Maverick Concerts’ beautiful grounds, Sandy explains.

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Hervey White outside of an unfinished hall, circa 1915.

An award-winning site with superb acoustics, the concert hall is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and well-known as a multi-starred local tourist attraction.

It’s truly a match made in chamber music heaven, and, according to the passionate team at Maverick, it’s every bit as enchanting as it sounds.

Sandy’s fabulous and dedicated building committee includes members Neil Larson, Lawrence Posner, David Segal, Angela Schapiro, Susan Rizwani, David Wiebe, and guest Jay Wenk, she says. Kitt has only kind words to say about Sandy and the board members at Maverick: “Sandy works non-stop,” Kitt says. “To work that hard, you have to truly love it so much.”

Photo by Dion Ogust.

Maverick continues to host the country’s longest-running chamber music festival under Music Director Alexander Platt, who’s been with the team at Maverick for 15 years. “Alexander is a great gift to the organization,” Kitt says. “[He brings] so much fire and talent.”

A classically trained and world-renowned musician and conductor, Alexander works every year to select performers and soloists, develop the music programming, and conduct Maverick’s stellar Chamber

Orchestra. It’s always a yearlong endeavor; as soon as one festival season nears its end in August, Alexander begins to prep next year’s schedule for the festival’s opening in June. It’s work he loves doing, he says. Through most of the year, Alexander spends his time conducting orchestras across the country; during his summers at Maverick, though, he gets the chance to “take a break from the hot seat” as the conductor and take a step up as the organization’s resident music maestro.

“It’s been an experience beyond my wildest dreams,” Alexander says.

Each season, one key theme across Alexander’s selections is always consistent, he says: excellence. As a practicing musician and conductor himself, Maverick’s own maestro knows his stuff.

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lineup, Alexander chose acts like ETHEL, an eclectic American string quartet sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts that plays “everything from Beethoven to Stevie Nicks,” and Arturo O’Farrill, a Grammy Award-winning Afro-Latin jazz musician. Of course, that’s only a couple of the incredible performers selected.

Maverick continues to host the country’s longest-running chamber music festival under Music Director Alexander Platt.

Children are also invited to attend concerts designed specifically for them as a part of the Young People’s Concert series. Several of this year’s musicians, such as ETHEL and the Arturo O’Farrill Quintet, will be doing separate performances for younger audiences on Saturday mornings (once a month) at 11am. Admission is $5 for adults, free for children 16 and under.

This summer’s chamber music festival at Maverick runs from the weekend of Friday, June 23 to Sunday, September 10. Tickets are available online at maverickconcerts.tix.com.

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June 24, 10am–6pm, June 25, 10am–5pm Rhinebeck Crafts Festival

The second annual A Gathering at Bethel Woods: Celebrating Peace, Love & Music returns on Saturday, July 1. Festivities kick off at 3pm, and will include live music, guided museum tours, interpretive walks and talks about the historic Woodstock festival site, a variety of activities and games, collaborative art projects, and an array of activities fun for the whole family, topped off by a fireworks display at dusk. Go to Bethel Woods Center for the Arts: 200 Hurd Road, Bethel. 866-781-2922. bethelwoodscenter.org

The Rhinebeck Crafts Festival will be bringing 200 modern American artists and craftspeople together for an exciting art and shopping event with uncommon works you just can’t find anywhere else. Celebrating all things handmade, including: unique contemporary craft and art, gourmet specialty foods, tastings from Hudson Valley distilleries and wineries, interactive craft demonstrations, and exciting family activities.

Go to Dutchess County Fairgrounds: 6550 Spring Brook, Rhinebeck. 845-331-7900. artrider.com/rhinebeck-crafts-festival-2017

August 4–6 The Phoenicia International Festival of the Voice The Phoenicia International Festival of the Voice is an annual summer event NOT to be missed! Bring your lawn chairs and a picnic and listen to some of the sweetest voices in the world! This festival promotes the human voice as an instrument of healing, peace, and artistic expression by presenting world-class performances in genres from opera to gospel and world music to Broadway. Go to Parish Field: Saint Ursula Drive, Phoenicia. 845-688-3291. phoeniciavoicefest.org

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June 17, 5pm Storm King Art Center Summer Solstice Celebration The Summer Solstice Celebration, Storm King’s premier Hudson Valley event, will feature a cocktail reception, a gourmet farm-to-table dinner, private tours of the grounds and current exhibitions, and a special live music performance. Go to Storm King Art Center: 1 Museum Road, New Windsor. 845-534-3115. stormkingsummersolstice.org

June 17, 10:30am–5pm June Jamboree 2017 Join the Woodstock Farm Sanctuary for our annual all-ages festival! Your participation directly benefits the rescue, shelter, and outreach work for farm animals. Award-winning veggie food trucks and booths, live music, and vegan- and animal-themed tattoos done on-site by the artists from Gristle Tattoo in Brooklyn! WFS will also be serving up signature brews from Smart Beer – NY’s only organic (and all vegan) brewery!

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more! Go to Woodstock Farm Sanctuary: 2 Rescue Road, High Falls. 845-247-5700. woodstocksanctuary.org/events/june-jamboree-2

June 18, 12–5pm Brooklyn Cider House Tasting Party Enjoy Father’s Day at Twin Star Orchards with the Brooklyn Cider House team. In honor of Cider Week Hudson Valley we’ll be hosting a FREE Hudson Valley hard cider tasting, featuring and celebrating the new release of our long-awaited Raw hard cider! Come indulge in craft ciders alongside a pig roast and our wood-fired pizzas and burgers. Plus, live music by More Tongues Than Teeth will be performed.

Go to Twin Star Orchards: 155 N. Ohioville Road, New Paltz. 845-633-8657. brooklynciderhouse.com/events

June 22, 7pm Jon Herington and Jim Beard of Steely Dan Jim Beard and Jon Herington—veterans of the acclaimed Steely Dan rhythm section— will perform eclectic instrumental music for piano and guitar, including jazz standards, pop classics, and selections from their solo recordings. Expect a new approach to the music of luminaries such as Weather Report, The Beatles, The Beach

Boys, and Steely Dan, among others. Go to The Falcon: 1348 Route 9W, Marlboro.

845-236-7970. liveatthefalcon.com

June 23, 8pm Maverick Concerts Presents ETHEL, New Foundations III: The Blue Dress Music by Anna Clyne, Missy Mazzoli, and Pulitzer Prize winner Julia Wolfe.

Repertoire is paired with the string quartet’s arrangements of music by their personal sources of inspiration, including rock legend Stevie Nicks, Kim Gordon of Sonic Youth, and the pop and soul icon Aretha Franklin. Go to Maverick Concert Hall: 120 Maverick Road, Woodstock.

845-679-8217. maverickconcerts.org/ Schedule.html

June 23 & 24, 6pm Bob Dylan at Hutton Brickyards The Bardavon presents this legendary artist at the opening of Kingston’s new summer venue at the Hutton Brickyards.

This will be an exciting evening on the Kingston riverfront. The Bardavon and the historic Hutton Brickyards present this kick-off event in a new 3,500-capacity concert hall. Offering great music, gorgeous views, and delicious Hudson Valley food and beverages by Smorgasburg. Doors 6pm. Concert 8pm.

General admission $125 and $75, standing $55. Tickets may be purchased in person at the UPAC box office, 601 Broadway, Kingston, 845-339-6088 or Ticketmaster, 800-745-3000. Please note that member benefits and special discounts are not available through Ticketmaster. Go to Hutton Brickyards: 200 North Street, Kingston. 845-213-4742. huttonbrickyards. com/upcoming-events

June 24, 10am–6pm Hudson River Day and the First Annual Hudson River Boatbuilding Challenge The Hudson River Maritime Museum will be hosting its annual Hudson River Day with a featured attraction—the First Annual Hudson River Boatbuilding Challenge.

Ten two-person teams will compete for the title of the world’s fastest boatbuilder.

These two-person teams will have four hours to build one boat, which will be judged by professional shipwrights and others. Cash prizes and awards will be given. Then the “boatbuilders” must successfully race their bateau on the Rondout Creek. This free family-friendly event will have boatbuilding, boat races, and rides; visiting vessels; live music; children’s activities; food; vendors; and more! Go to Hudson River Maritime Museum: 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston. 845-338-0071. hrmm.org/hudson-river-day1.html

Sunflower Art Studios’ “Creative Kids Weekend Camp” in June features Dream Catchers from recycled materials. Children are invited to join us for Session 4 of the Sunflower Art Studios Weekend Art Camp. Be kind to Mother Earth by recycling and create a unique dream catcher to hang in your home. Beautiful and easy to make! Classes are $35 per class with $5 discount for up to two siblings. Class size is limited, register today! Go to Sunflower Art Studios: 120 Main Street, Gardiner.

845-419-5219. sunflowerartstudios.community/community-connect

June 27, 7:15pm Music Fan Film Series Presents Bob Dylan: Dont Look Back Film screening of the 1967 documentary Bob Dylan: Dont Look Back, written and directed by D. A. Pennebaker. The film chronicles Bob Dylan’s 1965 concert tour in England and features appearances by many musical legends of that time, including Joan Baez, Albert Grossman, and Donovan, among others. Go to: Rosendale Theater, 408 Main Street, Rosendale.

845-658-8989. rosendaletheatre.org/ monthly-calendar

At night, it’s another world! Warm summer evenings bring together music and romance as the Rip Van Winkle vessel glides under a canopy of stars. Hudson River Cruises’ music cruises feature a variety of live bands for your listening and dancing pleasure. On this night, enjoy the music of The Cagneys. Night sightings on this funfilled two-hour cruise may include Hudson River lighthouses, waterfront mansions, and the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge. Go to 1 East Strand Street, Kingston. 845-3404700. hudsonrivercruises.com/events

July 1, 4–10pm Hasbrouck House 4th of July Celebration Join the Hasbrouck House for their 1st Annual 4th of July celebration, complete with a pig roast and fireworks! More details to come.

Go to the Hasbrouck House: 3805 Route 209, Stone Ridge. hasbrouckhouseny.com

July 4 Downtown Kingston Fourth of July Celebration Waterfront outdoor dining and live music kick off the annual Kingston Fourth of July celebration, followed by a video tribute

to veterans. Visitors to the waterfront can sit back and enjoy a locally sponsored fireworks display. Parking and shuttles will be available for convenience. thekingstonwaterfront.com/events-3

July 4, 8am–10pm Mohonk Mountain House Fourth of July Celebration Join Mohonk Mountain House for their most iconic holiday celebration of the entire year. Delight in festive events and activities throughout the day! Be sure to wear your red, white, and blue and join in the fun! Mohonk Mountain House is not open to the public on the 4th of July. An overnight reservation is required to join in the 4th of July activities. Go to Mohonk Mountain House: 1000 Mountain Rest Road, New Paltz. 855-883-3798. mohonk. com/events/holidays-at-mohonk/4th-of-july-celebration

July 4, 2–10pm An Old-Fashioned Independence Day Enjoy 18th-century crafts, reenactors, music, and entertainment at this day for young families. Later, enjoy live music and delicious hot food followed by a view of the Saugerties fireworks over the Hudson River. Admission is $12 per car and $10 for Friends of Clermont. Go to Clermont

State Historic Site: 1 Clermont Avenue, Germantown. 518-537-4240. friendsofclermont.org/events

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June 30, 7:30–10pm The Cagneys Music Cruise

July 4, 3pm–Dark 4th of July Fireworks at Memorial Park Enjoy fireworks presented by the City of Beacon, Beacon-Fishkill Kiwanis Club, The Costellos, and I Am Beacon. Bring the whole family to enjoy. Fireworks begin at dusk.

July 7–9 Summertide Festival 2017 Summertide 2017 is a new and highly anticipated summer food and wine event in the Hudson Valley region. Headliners include the legendary American singer-songwriter Jonathan Edwards, author of the classic “Sunshine,” and Jesse Colin Young, “the voice of a generation” and founder of the Youngbloods. Local legends include Kerri Powers, Cole Quest and the City Pickers, Elissa Jones, Advanced Phunk, Peter Muller Band, and the Ram Miles Trio. The festivities will take place on twenty acres of sun-soaked pasture that boasts a spectacular view of the Litchfield Hills. Featuring the best of the best from the Hudson Valley to the Berkshires and beyond. This is an event not to be missed. Go to Cascade Moun-

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June 24, 1–3pm Dream Catchers from Recycled Materials—Saturday Art Camp

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July 8, 7am–9am Early Morning Bird Walks at Mohonk Preserve Join Mohonk Preserve Conservation Science staff on an early morning bird walk. No experience necessary, beginners welcome. Bring binoculars if you own a pair (a few pairs will be available on a first-come-first-served basis). This program includes a 1–2 mile walk. Space is limited.

Registration is required. Free for Mohonk Preserve members. Non-members receive a complimentary day pass at their first walk. Non-members are welcome to join for the series but will be required to purchase a day pass ($15). Go to Binnewater Road Rail Trail parking area. 845-255-0919. mohonkpreserve.org/events/july-bird-walk

July 8, 11am–12pm In Her Words: A Women’s History Tour In honor of the 2017 centennial of the ratification of women’s suffrage in New York, Historic Huguenot Street has developed “In Her Words,” a monthly women’s history tour.

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will follow the lives and stories of several women who played a role in local history.

Visitors will be guided through four historic buildings and have the opportunity to discover figures from the past through a combination of factual, historical information and cleverly composed monologues written and recorded by HHS staff and volunteers. Go to DuBois Fort Visitor Center: 81 Huguenot Street, New Paltz. 845-255-1660. huguenotstreet.org/calendar-of-events

July 8, 2–4pm Celebrate Summer!

Vegan BBQ Recipes When it’s way too hot to turn on the oven, escape from your kitchen and fire up the grill, vegan-style! In this class, Chef Sara will demonstrate her favorite vegan summer recipes that will be perfect for your next picnic or cookout. Go to Catskill Animal Sanctuary: 316 Old Stage Road, Saugerties.

845-336-8447. casanctuary.org/event/celebrate-summer-vegan-bbq-recipes-2

July 15, 12–9pm & July 16, 12-6pm Rosendale Street Festival The Rosendale Street Festival first took place in 1978 and has been rockin’ ever since. Main Street is closed for two days, six stages, seventy-five bands, over 100 vendors, kids crafts, and parades. The fes-

tival is donation-driven and is produced by community volunteers. Go to Main Street Rosendale. 845-658-4201. rosendalestreetfestival.org

Libertyville Road, New Paltz. 845-255-1380 or 845-255-1707. More information and discounted admissions can be found at ulstercountyfair.com.

July 21–August 13 Shadowland Stages Presents: The Foreigner, by Larry Shue

August 12 Night of the Shooting Stars at Mohonk Mountain House

Charlie, a pathologically shy Brit, seeks out the quiet privacy of a rural Georgia hunting lodge. In an effort to ensure his solitude, it’s explained to the locals that Charlie is from a foreign land, speaks no English, and should be left alone. But Charlie begins to overhear more than he’d like and is soon in the center of a battle that will rock the foundation of this small town. There’s no better way to beat the summer heat than to see the hilarity of Larry Shue’s lauded comedy, The Foreigner. An inventive tale that will keep you laughing, The Foreigner has become one of the most beloved comedies of all time! Go to Shadowland Stages: 157 Canal Street, Ellenville. 845-647-5511. shadowlandtheatre.org/the-foreigner

Preview tonight’s meteor shower with Bob Berman, one of the best known and most widely read astronomers in the world.

Bob is uniquely able to translate complex scientific concepts into language that is understandable to the casual observer, yet meaningful to the most advanced. He is an editor of Astronomy magazine, the astronomy editor of The Old Farmer’s Almanac, and the author of eight books. His newest is Zoom: How Everything Moves. Bob will provide practical hints and tips for those who want to see the very best that the night sky can offer. For reservations, please call 855-883-3798. Go to Mohonk Mountain House: 1000 Mountain Rest Road, New Paltz. mohonk.com/events/ nature-outdoors/stargazing-near-nyc

August 1–6 The Ulster County Fair For rides, food, exhibits, games, animals, and super headliner entertainment, go to the Ulster County Fairgrounds: 249

August 12, 7–10pm Rocktopia with The Hudson Valley Philharmonic Rocktopia is a revolutionary performance celebrating the fusion and majesty of classical music, the power of classic rock, with the passion of opera. This groundbreaking live

performance features world-class vocalists and top rock musicians, including renowned vocalists Rob Evan, Chloe Lowery, Kimberly Nichole, Tony Vincent, Ximena Borges and esteemed musicians Tony Bruno, Alex Alexander, Mat Fieldes, Henry Aronson and special guest violinist Máiréad Nesbitt (formerly of Celtic Woman). Together with local orchestra and choir, Rocktopia delivers one-of-a-kind musical arrangements featuring the works of classical composers, rock bands, and artists, including Queen, Mozart, Journey, Handel, U2, Tchaikovsky, Heart, Beethoven, Styx, Foreigner, Rachmaninoff, Pink Floyd, Copland, The Who, and more.

Go to Bethel Woods Center for the Arts: 200 Hurd Road, Bethel. 866-781-2922. bethelwoodscenter.org

August 18–20 Hudson Valley RibFest Summer is about outdoor fun and the Hudson Valley RibFest is about the fun of barbecuing! On August 18, 19, and 20 the Hudson Valley RibFest, organized by the Highland Rotary Club, is THE place to be for lovers of finger-licking good food in the Northeast. The three-day RibFest is actually three events in one—a food festival, a music festival, and a sanctioned Barbecue Contest where winners can advance to the national finals in Kansas City! If you love BBQ ribs and chicken, you are going to love the Hudson Valley

RibFest. Admission is $7 for adults, free for children 12 and under. One-day tickets are available online starting June 1. Use code BBQ4Me for 20% off. Parking is free.

Go to the Ulster County Fairgrounds: 249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz. 844-RIBFEST. hudsonvalleyribfest.org

September 2–3, 11am–5pm Art Studio Views Tour This family-friendly event offers the public a unique opportunity to visit 30 private studios of Mid-Hudson Valley artists through a self-guided tour. The artists on the tour represent a wide-range of styles and techniques, including: painting, photography, printmaking, ceramics, and glass.

Free of charge and open to the public.

Maps and information are available at the following headquarter locations: Tivoli Artist Gallery in Tivoli; Betsy Jacaruso Studio & Gallery in Rhinebeck; and the Artists’ Collective of Hyde Park in Hyde Park. Visit artstudioviews.com for a complete lists of artists and sponsors, or to download the map. 845-505-6397.

September 2–3, 10am–5:30pm, September 4, 10am–4pm Woodstock-New Paltz Art & Crafts Fair The Woodstock-New Paltz Art & Crafts Fair represents an innovative milestone in what has become an institution in art mer-

chandising and presentation. Visitors will instantly recognize an excitement seldom experienced at shows. The Fairs are not merely a random group of artists assembled to sell their wares supermarket-style; instead, Quail Hollow has developed a vibrancy centered around the energies and talents of the 300 independently juried artists and craftspeople from all over the USA. The shows, held over Memorial and Labor Day weekends, have indeed become a national tradition of excellence.

Go to the Ulster County Fairgrounds: 249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz. 845-246-3414. quailhollow.com

September 3, 11:30am–9pm Hooley on the Hudson Irish Festival Bagpipes, food, music, step dancing, Ceili dancing, craft demonstrations, storytelling, authentic Celtic products, entertainment, and more. Go to T.R. Gallo Park: Rondout Waterfront, Kingston. 845-338-6622. ulsteraoh.com

September 9, 11am–8pm Drum Boogie Festival in Woodstock A free, multicultural music event, celebrating the diverse styles of music/dance/ voice from around the world, including jazz, reggae, contemporary, East Indian, Caribbean, and African styles. Renowned

musicians such as Jack DeJohnette, NEXUS, The Big Takeover Reggae Band, The Beatbox House, NYU Steel, and more. You don’t have to love drums to love Drum Boogie. This free festival has a variety of food trucks on site to serve your hunger needs. From tie-dye to henna tattoos, we have your family fun covered. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and stay for the day. Go to Andy Lee Field: Rock City Road, Woodstock. 845-657-0455. drumboogiefestival.com

September 9, 11am–6pm & September 10, 11am–5pm Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest The Hudson Valley Wine and Food Fest is a celebration of the bounty of New York.

This food and wine festival features hundreds of wines from Hudson Valley wineries and beyond, New York distilled spirits, craft beers, and gourmet specialty foods from all over the country. Learn more about wine with our educational seminars and brush up on your culinary skills with cooking demonstrations from regional celebrity chefs throughout the weekend.

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Yum Yum Noodle Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Ze Windham Wine Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 FARMS/MARKETS: Adams Fairacre Farms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Apple Bin Farm Market. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Emmanuel’s Marketplace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Goodnow Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Jenkins-Lueken Farm Market. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Kelder’s Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Mother Earth’s Storehouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Rondout Valley Growers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Saunderskill Farms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Tantillo”s Farm Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Wallkill View Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Wright’s Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 HOME & GARDEN A&M Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 A&G Custom Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Aqua Jet Pools & Spas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Augustine Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Barra & Trumbore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Bare Furniture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Cabinet Designers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Different Strokes Painting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Earth Designs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Excelsior Wood Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Fireside Warmth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Four Seasons Sunrooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Greenman Garden Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 H. Houst & Son Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Herzog Supply Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Howard Jarvis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Hurley Landscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Ingrained Building. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Mad Hatter Chimney Sweep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Mike’s EarthWorks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Rice Plumbing & Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 S.A.P. Exteriors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Stone Ridge Landscapes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Twilight Acres. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Victoria Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Williams Lumber. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 PETS Accord Plaza Feeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Emmanuel’s Petagree. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Gardiner Animal Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

PLAY Alpine Endeavors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Art Studio Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bethel Woods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Black Swan Sailing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Catskill Animal Sanctuary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hudson River Cruises. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest. . . . . . . . . . . .

Huguenot Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Juckas Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maverick Concerts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mohonk Preserve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Osprey Marine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Phoenicia Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Quail Hollow. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rhinebeck Crafts Festival. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rosendale Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Shadowland Stages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Shawangunk Wine Trail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sunflower Art Studios. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Town Tinker Tube Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ulster County Fair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wild Earth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Woodstock Farm Sanctuary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12 165 160 34 27 12 175 21 36 168 12 57 168 174 168 174 160 13 165 29 174 22 13

SERVICES Binnewater Spring Water. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Crested Hen Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gardiner Assoc. of Businesses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mary Collins Real Estate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mountain Valley Manor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

New Paltz Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . .

Rage Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rondout Savings Bank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rondout Savings Bank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stewart Airport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ulster County Tourism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ulster Savings Bank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Westwood Realty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

28 126 22 126 134 58 167 124 166 180 179 176 68

SHOPPING/RETAIL Antique Barn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 B&L Jewelers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Barcone’s Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Blue-Byrd’s Haberdashery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Catskill Art & Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 CHBO Drums. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Colonial Subaru . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Ester Wine & Spirits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 exit nineteen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Field + Barn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Fred. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

George Cole Auctions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Handmade and More. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Himalayan Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hudson Valley Goldsmith. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ImmuneSchein . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kenco Outfitters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kingston Plaza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Marigold Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Miron Wine & Spirits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Nest Egg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pegasus Footwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Potter Brothers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rhinebeck Antique Emporium. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Schneider’s Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stone Ridge Wine & Spirits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stone Window Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sweetpea. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tender Land Home. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tibetan Arts and Crafts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Village Antique Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

57 178 132 124 133 135 34 8 178 78 114 35 6 158 132 78 165 134 125 125 124

STAY 1850 House & Tavern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Beekman Arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Clove Cottages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Country Inn B&B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Emerson Resort & Spa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Hasbrouck House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Hotel Dylan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Mohonk Mountain House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Red Cottage Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Rocking Horse Ranch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Rondout Valley Campground. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Scribner’s Catskill Lodge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 The Forsyth B&B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 The Inn at Kettleboro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 WhistleWood Farm B&B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Wm. Farmer & Sons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Yogi Bear’s Camp Resort. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 WELLNESS Mountain Float Spa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Shakti Yoga. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 The New Leaf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 The Ridge Gym. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134 Ulster Pilates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Wellness Rx. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Whole Sky Yoga. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Woodstock Yoga. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

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EAT/DRINK A&P. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Asia Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Bacchus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 Bistro To Go. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Brio’s Restaurant & Pizzeria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Brooklyn Cider House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Butterfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Café Mio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Caffé Macchiato. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Catskill Mtn Country Store. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Cheese Barrel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Cheese Louise! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Country Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Dominick’s Café. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Friends & Family II Hillside. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Frida’s Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Garden House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Graze. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Harry’s Hot Sandwiches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Hickory BBQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 High Falls Café. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Hunter Mountain Brewery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Jar’d Wine Pub. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Kovo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Kingston Candy Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Main Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Nancy’s Artisanal Creamery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Redstart Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Ole Savannah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Oriole 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Osaka Japanese Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Peekamoose Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Public Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Prospect at Scribner’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Redwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Sportman’s Alamo Cantina. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Stella’s Station. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Stoutridge Vineyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Sweet Sue’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Tavern 214 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Terrapin Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 The Cheese Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 The Falcon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 The Parish Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 The Phoenician. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 The Spy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Tuthilltown Spirits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Union Grove Distillery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Wm. Farmer & Sons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

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