The Rockland Street Kids’ Fair, hosted by the Bricktown Gospel Fellowship, drew large crowds of Village families to Downtown Haverstraw to take part in a day of fun and games. … More Rockland Street Kids’ Fair II Delights!
While trekking through the blogosphere, I came across a nice article from the Toronto Sun about a $14 per day option to vacation in “New York City.” Instead of paying $150+ per night at a New York hotel, a visitor might enjoy more rustic accommodations for, yes, around $14 per night. The article highlights that … More Haverstraw in the Toronto Sun
Anthony Bourdain’s take on the Hudson Valley by boat, and by multi-day feast. … More Tony Bourdain’s Take on the Hudson Valley
“When we build let us think we build forever. Let it not be for present delight nor for present use alone. Let it be such work that our descendants will thank us for, and let us think, as we lay stone upon stone, that a time is to come when these stones will be held … More When We Build Let Us Think We Build Forever
Haverstraw’s throwing a celebration on the double yellow line! The event is called ‘Dancing Under the Stars’ and will feature live Latin music by Brisa Tropical. The popular Dancing Under the Stars series draws the Village’s well-knowns and also visitors from across the Hudson Valley. It’s bound to be a fun evening! What: Dancing Under … More July in the Streets
Exhibitionism and a bit of “See and Be Seen” in Downtown Haverstraw, N.Y. … More See and Be Seen
HAVERSTRAW’S HARVEST FARMERS MARKET now open!
• Every Sunday from 9a.m. to 2 p.m. on Maple Ave. at New Main St. in Haverstraw Village, rain or shine, from June 27th to November 21st, 2010.
• Eat Fresh Eat Local Eat Well. Come out for a fun-filled Sunday! New vendors, exciting demos and events, including a Market to Table program, cooking demos by gourmet restaurants, events by Cornell Cooperative Extension, and fun activities for both children and adults. Booths available. Sponsored by the Greater Haverstraw Chamber of Commerce … More HAVERSTRAW’S HARVEST FARMERS MARKET
Antoine McGuire’s, one of the most unique restaurants west of the Tappan Zee, has made its debut on Main Street. It’s been nearly three months since the pub/salon café/brasserie (whatever you can call it) opened its doors to curious diners, and has become a new hot spot in Haverstraw, a welcome addition to Restaurant Row. … More Antoine McGuire’s Oyster & Ale House: Celtic Français at Main & Wayne
I have to applaud Levi’s for taking on this issue. For years, I have been explaining to friends, family, and neighbors that a place like Haverstraw is exciting. It’s a blank canvas, cast in a light that’s filled with incredible history, with which any “pioneer” can make a name for himself/herself. Haverstraw is a place … More There Are Frontiers All Around Us
The New York Times has released a fairly interesting article on the revival of cottage industry, which has begun to meld with the world of high-fashion and high-design. Rural Craft is the new “it” for urban dwellers these days. . . and chic is more and more looking like it’s beyond passe. But in all … More Shouldn’t We Bring Cottage Industry to Haverstraw?
Chef David Martinez walked over from Union Restaurant to deliver an inspiring demonstration of cooking with hyperlocal produce from the Farmer’s Market itself. David cooked amidst narration from a market volunteer and cheers from the market audience. This was a great and uplifting experience.
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