Dear EscapeMakers & Car-less Travelers -- Late fall is the perfect time for a quick weekend getaway to a cozy B&B! The eco-friendly Croff House is a gorgeous Victorian inn circa 1875 and just 2.25 hours from NYC (walkable from the Amtrak station) and right in the heart of town! Let Innkeeper's Russ & Duncan treat you to their delectable homemade breakfast made with locally sourced ingredients from the Hudson farmer's market and local farm stands! Curl up with a good book by the fire or check out one of the local events happening nearby. October Special*: Book 3 nights and receive a $120 voucher to Ca Mea restaurant or Helsinki Hudson through 11/9! Winter Escape Package*: 2 RT tickets on Amtrak (NYC to HUD), $50 voucher for Ca Mea, $25 Amazon Gift Card and a bottle of wine. $195 plus tax. As the only gay-owned and operated bed & breakfast in Hudson, the Croff House has supported Hudson Valley's growing LGBTQ community since 2009! Upcoming Local Events include: Maker's Market 11/3 Bread & Cheese 11/9 Fall Flea Market 11/29-12/1 Winter Walk 12/7 BOOK YOUR FALL GETAWAY! TheCroffHouse.com
Dear EscapeMakers & Car-less Travelers — Late fall is the perfect time for a quick weekend getaway to a cozy B&B! The eco-friendly Croff House is a gorgeous Victorian inn circa 1875 and just 2.25 hours from NYC (walkable from the Amtrak station) and right in the heart of town! Let Innkeeper’s Russ & Duncan treat you to their delectable homemade breakfast made with locally sourced ingredients from the Hudson farmer’s market and local
Dear EscapeMakers - Only 1 hour away from NYC, Central Jersey not only offers a plethora of farms and fall festivals to visit but also a booming craft beverage scene! Unleash your inner bootlegger or farmer and hop on over the Hudson River for a quick and affordable getaway! Check out the new Central Jersey Canal Region Map to help you design your own Central Jersey craft beverage tour, including stops at Sourland Mountain Spirits, Ironbound Hard Cider, Harvest Moon Brewery, River Horse Brewery, and Triumph Brewing, Unionvilleand Old York Cellars, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, Working Dog Winery and Terhune Orchards & Winery! Overnight Packages from $139.00/night! Stay at the Chauncey Hotel, located less than 10 miles from the Terhune and Hopewell Valley wineries; Triumph and River Horse brewing; and from Sourland Spirits. The package includes overnight accommodations and breakfast for two, transportation to and from Terhune and $25 to spend there. Central Jersey October Fall Farm Festivals: Terhune Apple Days Fall Festivals Snyder's Farm Festival Suydam Farm Fall Fest Weekends Visit: DiscoverCentralNJ.com for more events, farms, restaurants, historic sites, arts and recreational opportunities!
Dear EscapeMakers – Only 1 hour away from NYC, Central Jersey not only offers a plethora of farms and fall festivals to visit but also a booming craft beverage scene! Unleash your inner bootlegger or farmer and hop on over the Hudson River for a quick and affordable getaway! Check out the new Central Jersey Canal Region Map to help you design your own Central Jersey craft beverage tour, including stops at Sourland Mountain Spirits,
Celebrate the history and vibrancy of NYC's Public Markets and the Seaport at Fulton Stall Market's festive October 22nd Tuesday "Market Taste & Talk" evening event, taking place from 6pm-8:30pm! Learn about NYC Public Markets history, sip New York State craft beverages, network with the community and enjoy unique nibbles and nosh from the producers at Essex, Arthur Ave., La Marqueta and Moore St. Markets! Vendors include: Riverdel Cheese Cornel's Catering Maryam's Yum Yum Turko’s Grill Elma's in Harlem A Cake Baked in Brooklyn Cenkali Products Turnstile Tours ...and more! Additional dates in the "Market Taste & Talk" series include November 12, December 10, December 17. Sponsored by Snapdragon & Ruby Frost Apples! Limited Tickets Available! $25 per person: BUY TICKETS
Celebrate the history and vibrancy of NYC’s Public Markets and the Seaport at Fulton Stall Market’s festive October 22nd Tuesday “Market Taste & Talk” evening event, taking place from 6pm-8:30pm! Learn about NYC Public Markets history, sip New York State craft beverages, network with the community and enjoy unique nibbles and nosh from the producers at Essex, Arthur Ave., La Marqueta and Moore St. Markets! Vendors include: Riverdel Cheese Cornel’s Catering Maryam’s Yum Yum Turko’s
Dear EscapeMakers -- The fall is all about apples in New York State! What better way to pay tribute to these sweet, juicy jewels than to talk about the ways to eat them, and, of course, where you can pick them. Presented in partnership with the New York Apple Association, check our “Apple Spotlight” on the "Gala" variety. A great choice for snacking, Gala is a variety developed in New Zealand. It’s got the mild flavor that “picky eaters” prefer, plus a striking bright yellow-red color that also makes it visually appealing. Officially the second most popular variety in the US now (after Red Delicious). More... APPLE PICKING TOURS! Get outta town! EscapeMaker will transport you to the Hudson's Valley's Dutchess County for a Farm Fresh Tour: apple picking, corn maze explorations and visits with farm animals! Only 2 hours from NYC! Take a direct bus from Bryant Park! Looking for more state-wide locations, check out the New York Apple Association website! RESERVE YOUR SEAT NOW for 10/19 0r 10/26! EVENTS: MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THESE APPLE & CIDER RELATEDEVENTS! October 25, 2019 Nine Pin Cider Evening Corn Maze Evening @ Samascott Orchards November 8-17, 2019 Cider Week NYC
Dear EscapeMakers — The fall is all about apples in New York State! What better way to pay tribute to these sweet, juicy jewels than to talk about the ways to eat them, and, of course, where you can pick them. Presented in partnership with the New York Apple Association, check our “Apple Spotlight” on the “Gala” variety. A great choice for snacking, Gala is a variety developed in New Zealand. It’s got the mild
Celebrate the history and continuing presence of NYC's public markets and their unique local producers at the New York City Public Markets Festival! Visit the historic Seaport District on October 13th, November 3rd and December 8th! The 3 FREE market showcases take place on Sundays from 11am-5pm alongside Fulton Stall Market's regular farmers market. Sign up for an escorted public market tour, experience live music and performances, sample and purchase the food and cultures of NYC's public markets and local New York State craft beverages! In addition to the outdoor events, there are 4 "Market Taste & Talk" indoor events taking place inside Fulton Stall Market on Tuesday evenings from 6pm-8:30pm: October 22, November 12, December 10 and December 17. Learn about NYC Public Markets history, sip New York State craft beverages, network with the community and enjoy unique foods from the producers at Essex, Arthur Ave., La Marqueta and Moore St. Markets. $25pp. Sponsored by Snapdragon Apples! Tickets at www.fultonstallmarket.org/events
Celebrate the history and continuing presence of NYC’s public markets and their unique local producers at the New York City Public Markets Festival! Visit the historic Seaport District on October 13th, November 3rd and December 8th! The 3 FREE market showcases take place on Sundays from 11am-5pm alongside Fulton Stall Market’s regular farmers market. Sign up for an escorted public market tour, experience live music and performances, sample and purchase the food and cultures of
New Jersey is the Garden State for a reason. For more three centuries, the state’s fertile fields and valleys have fed America’s cities and armies. Indeed, Central Jersey was the site of the “forage wars” of the American Revolution, in which winning the loyalty of local farmers as a key to the American victory. Today Central Jersey’s farmers welcome millions of visitors from near and far to partake in the bounty—and fun—of harvest season. Just an hour from New York and Philadelphia by train, car, or bus, Central Jersey is one of the most accessible agricultural areas in America. At DiscoverCentralNJ.com you’ll find farms and orchards to please everyone, including families, friends, couples and seniors. The biggest crowds are drawn to harvest festivals, beginning Sept 14 an running through October: Terhune Orchards and Winery, near Princeton, is the region’s agritourism leader, inviting hundreds of thousands of visitors every year to a 200-acre family-owned and operated farm. Autumn brings Terhune’s Apple Days Fall Festivals, featuring cider, pick-your-own apples and pumpkins, pumpkin painting, pony rides, pedal tractors, wagon rides, corn stalk maze, adventure barn, and a barnyard of farm animals. Every Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 14 to Oct. 27. Admission $10 per person. Snyder Farm in the Somerset section of Franklin Township offers a family-oriented Farm Festival weekends starting September 27. Activities include hayrides, pumpkin moon bounce, hippity hop, potato sack slide, corn maze, hay bale maze, spider web, pedal carts, corn hole games, bowling, hay bale activity center and more. General admission of $13 is required for pumpkin picking, plus cost of pumpkin. Suydam Farms is operated by the family’s 12th generation of farmers in Somerset, located on State Route 27 and served by the 100 bus out of New York’s Port Authority. The history of local farming is a big
New Jersey is the Garden State for a reason. For more three centuries, the state’s fertile fields and valleys have fed America’s cities and armies. Indeed, Central Jersey was the site of the “forage wars” of the American Revolution, in which winning the loyalty of local farmers as a key to the American victory. Today Central Jersey’s farmers welcome millions of visitors from near and far to partake in the bounty—and fun—of harvest season. Just
Fall Fun for Everyone! Dear EscapeMakers — Happy Fall Y’all! The days are getting shorter, the air a bit cooler, and very soon their Insta-worthy Fall foliage will emerge. From festivals to pumpkin parties, here are 12 ways to experience Fall in the Sullivan Catskills. Grab your calendar, reserve a room & escape for the weekend! They’re waiting for you! EXPLORE THE SULLIVAN CATSKILLS Follow at: 1. Sullivan Catskills Farm to Table Week September 20-29 2.
Presented by the New York Apple Association! Join us SUNDAY September 29th for EscapeMaker.com's 5th Annual Applepalooza A FREE AGRITOURISM / CRAFT BEVERAGE TASTING EVENT on PIER 17. Sponsored by Edible Manhattan Magazine, Metro-North Railroad, and Fulton Stall Market! FUN FOR ALL AGES! Live music, craft beverages, book apple picking tours, cider donut eating contests and games for kids! Find out where to go apple picking in New York State! Taste apples with local honey, peanut butter and caramel, cider, apple pie, apple chips and apple butter! Get a taste of local hard cider, beer and spirits to inspire you to explore cider and craft beverage trails. Plus, stock up at Fulton Stall Market's regular Sunday market! Let us know if you're coming! RSVP HERE! APPLE PICKING TOURS? Get outta town! EscapeMaker will transport you to the Hudson's Valley's Dutchess County for a Farm Fresh Tour: apple picking, cheese tasting, corn maze explorations and visits with farm animals! Only 2 hours from NYC! Either take Metro-North Railroad from Grand Central Terminal to Poughkeepsie and we'll pick you up OR take a direct bus from Bryant Park! RESERVE YOUR SEAT HERE!
Presented by the New York Apple Association! Join us SUNDAY September 29th for EscapeMaker.com’s 5th Annual Applepalooza A FREE AGRITOURISM / CRAFT BEVERAGE TASTING EVENT on PIER 17. Sponsored by Edible Manhattan Magazine, Metro-North Railroad, and Fulton Stall Market! FUN FOR ALL AGES! Live music, craft beverages, book apple picking tours, cider donut eating contests and games for kids! Find out where to go apple picking in New York State! Taste apples with local
Dear EscapeMakers -- Tackle the corn maze challenge and harvest your perfect pumpkin at the Norz Hill Farm Fall Festival! Don't miss this family-owned and operated farm of almost 100 years! Every weekend in September and October, visit Norz Hill Farm and pick from over 45 acres of pumpkins, gourds and squash! You and your family will find all the right fall decorations, tour the farm and befriend the animals, enjoy pony rides and visit the farm store and food stands for refreshments. They also feature a haunted "Scare Farm" attraction in October that'll scare-your-crow pants off! Located in Central New Jersey, Norz Hill Farm is in the town of Hillsborough, in scenic Somerset County. For the car-less, just take NJ Transit from NYC's Penn Station to Somerville (1.5 hours) and Norz Hill Farm is a quick 15-minute cab or car-share ride! Check out all the fun & activities at:NorzHillFarm.com or call 908.371.COWS (2697) Experience More Things to Do in Somerset County, NJ VisitSomersetNJ.org
Dear EscapeMakers — Tackle the corn maze challenge and harvest your perfect pumpkin at the Norz Hill Farm Fall Festival! Don’t miss this family-owned and operated farm of almost 100 years! Every weekend in September and October, visit Norz Hill Farm and pick from over 45 acres of pumpkins, gourds and squash! You and your family will find all the right fall decorations, tour the farm and befriend the animals, enjoy pony rides and visit
Dear EscapeMakers - Fat Apple Farm presents its 3rd Annual Harvest Celebration Weekend on Saturday, October 12th through Sunday, October 13th! Book an all-inclusive overnight Hudson Valley farm escape (located in Columbia County -- only 2 hours from NYC) for only $150/per person. Enjoy the fresh air, delicious food and the breathtaking bucolic views! Your ticket includes a farm walking tour, floral workshop, butchering demo, a kimchi workshop, morning yoga class, a delicious farm-to-table dinner feast featuring Fat Apple Farm products, local beer, wine and camping! Plus, children under the age of 12 eat free and are free to attend all activities (including arts & crafts and visiting with the adorable farm animals). Reserve a camping tent rental for $20 or a free spot for your own tent! Buy tickets and get more details here: www.fatapple.farm/events
Dear EscapeMakers – Fat Apple Farm presents its 3rd Annual Harvest Celebration Weekend on Saturday, October 12th through Sunday, October 13th! Book an all-inclusive overnight Hudson Valley farm escape (located in Columbia County — only 2 hours from NYC) for only $150/per person. Enjoy the fresh air, delicious food and the breathtaking bucolic views! Your ticket includes a farm walking tour, floral workshop, butchering demo, a kimchi workshop, morning yoga class, a delicious farm-to-table dinner
