Main Street Magazine

06/15/2026

🚜 June featured ​f​arm: ​S​taron Farm. By ​J​esse DeGroodt 🌽

“Shopping with us keeps farms alive and operating – buying from local farms is beneficial to everyone,” Donna Staron said recently. “The land stays open and free of development, such as solar farms. And, if you don’t cultivate your land, it goes back to trees, so then you’re not looking at open space. Know your farmer, know where your food is coming from: good, fresh food.” ....

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“Shopping with us keeps farms alive and operating – buying from local farms is beneficial to everyone,” Donna Staron said recently. “The land stays open and free of development, such as solar farms. And, if you don’t cultivate your land, it goes back to trees, so then you’re not looking ...

06/13/2026

🌅 Our good friend lo_renw took this spectacular photo on Copake Lake this evening. Wow!

06/13/2026

🍲 If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind experience then you should definitely check out Thai Baan at Tenmile Distillery - Jason, Runie and their entire staff are so welcoming, and the food… wow! Stay tuned for our feature article on them!

06/12/2026

🎨 June featured article: Stissing Center and Mad Rose Gallery present: Art Appreciation. By Regina Molaro. 🖌️

Sometimes we need a pop of color, an updated piece to awaken a tired space, or something inspiring to appreciate as we move about our homes. While some of us are drawn to serene landscapes emboldened with hues of green, blue, and orange, others gravitate toward abstract or surreal works. Regardless of personal preference, artwork has the power to speak to us, connect with us emotionally, elevate an interior’s aesthetics, and express our personal identity and vision. A work of art may spark conversation or evoke a fond memory of the city, town, shop, or gallery it was purchased in and who we were with when we decided we needed to take it home. Beyond bringing joy and inspiration, artwork can instantly usher a bold brush of color into space – and make a house feel more like a home. ....

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Sometimes we need a pop of color, an updated piece to awaken a tired space, or something inspiring to appreciate as we move about our homes. While some of us are drawn to serene landscapes emboldened with hues of green, blue, and orange, others gravitate toward abstract or surreal works. Regardless....

06/11/2026

🗞️ ​🎸 ​June featured musician, Brandon Morrison: ​M​usic is a Wild Life. By ​D​ominique DeVito 🎸 🗞️

For Brandon Morrison – who shared this truth with me as we talked about how he came from growing up in Columbia County to going on tour with the multiple Grammy-award winning artist Sam Smith – it may be wild, but it’s clearly wonderful.​ Brandon grew up in Philmont, NY, and graduated from Taconic Hills in 2006. He remembers the influence of music in his life from early on. His maternal grandmother was a classical pianist and gave him piano lessons. “My dad had a big record collection,” he recalls, “and he often played them at breakfast time. It’s how I fell in love with the Beatles.” ....

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For Brandon Morrison – who shared this truth with me as we talked about how he came from growing up in Columbia County to going on tour with the multiple Grammy-award winning artist Sam Smith – it may be wild, but it’s clearly wonderful. Brandon grew up in Philmont, NY, and graduated from Taco...

06/10/2026

🗞️ 🎭 ​A​hh … Summer. By CB Wismar 🎭 🗞️

And so ends “the winter of our discontent.”​ Perhaps, not entirely, but the blossoming of the cultural scene in the area as summer is upon us is cause for celebration – and for planning. The bountiful offerings about to explode in the area not only deserve a quick review, but also some very quick decisions. Some of these offerings are nearly sold out, so if the thought of a Paul Simon concert, becoming enthralled by the mastery of Yo-Yo Ma, or seeing Karen Allen on stage pique your interest, then consider yourselves duly warned. Act now! ...

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And so ends “the winter of our discontent.” Perhaps, not entirely, but the blossoming of the cultural scene in the area as summer is upon us is cause for celebration – and for planning. The bountiful offerings about to explode in the area not only deserve a quick review, but also some very qui...

06/09/2026

🩺 😀​ Health: ​C​reating Happiness. By Regina Molaro 😀​ 🩺

By now, we all know too well the many reasons why so many people seem so unhappy. The political divide, economic stress, digital isolation, and the pressure to perform are just a few of the culprits. According to The World Happiness Report 2026, the United States ranked number 23 of the more than 147 countries/territories surveyed. Finland, a country applauded for its fair and equal society, landed in the top spot. Again. …

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By now, we all know too well the many reasons why so many people seem so unhappy. The political divide, economic stress, digital isolation, and the pressure to perform are just a few of the culprits. According to The World Happiness Report 2026, the United States ranked number 23 of the more than 14...

06/09/2026

🗞️ 🌳 ​Homegrown National Park: Cooperative Conservation. By Regina Molaro 🌳 🗞️

It’s spring, and it’s finally warming up. Many of us are eager to get outside in the dirt and plant the flowers, trees, and shrubs that we will be enjoying for seasons to come. When it comes to selecting varieties, we should choose wisely. ...

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It’s spring, and it’s finally warming up. Many of us are eager to get outside in the dirt and plant the flowers, trees, and shrubs that we will be enjoying for seasons to come. When it comes to selecting varieties, we should choose wisely. According to Doug

06/08/2026

🗞️ 🌳 ​N​ature Nurtures: A Writing Retreat. By Regina Molaro 🌳 🗞️

Great Mountain Forest (GMF) is hosting its first annual Nature Writing Retreat at the historic Yale Camp in Falls Village, CT. The literary and nature-themed escape, which will be held August 7th through 9th in Falls Village, CT, invites writers of all levels to visit the rustic lodge to draw inspiration from the serenity of its woodland trails and the talent of its acclaimed writers. ...

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Great Mountain Forest (GMF) is hosting its first annual Nature Writing Retreat at the historic Yale Camp in Falls Village, CT. The literary and nature-themed escape, which will be held August 7th through 9th in Falls Village, CT, invites writers of all levels to visit the rustic lodge to draw inspir...