Dear EscapeMakers -- Fall has arrived at Diamond Mills Hotel & Tavern with a NEW Fall Menu! Autumn is the season of harvest festivals, crisp morning air and of course spectacular foliage! Leaves are reaching peak color and apples and pumpkins are being gathered. These are just some of the amazing reasons to stay, dine, and celebrate in the Hudson Valley - only 2 hours from NYC! The Tavern at Diamond Mills welcomes Autumn with a new menu! The seasonal bounty of the Hudson Valley gives fresh flavors to Executive Chef Marcos' and Pastry Chef Kerry Hegarty's new harvest inspired menus. See why they were voted Best Waterfall Dining by Hudson Valley Magazine for 2020! Fall Foliage Packages at The Hotel Available through the end of November There is no better time to visit the Hudson Valley then in the Fall! It has some of the finest harvest events, wineries and farms right in your backyard. Checkout "Pooches & Pumpkins," a socially distanced farm event in nearby Stone Ridge Farm on October 24th! Enjoy discounted hotel rates during your stay and bring home fresh local craft cider or local maple syrup from Saugerties. SAVE THE DATE First Friday November Friday, November 6 | 5-10 pm Join in for a "Harvest Feast" this November at The Tavern! Enjoy a specialty menu highlighting the delightful flavor profile of the fall. Thursday, November 26 Family Style -- Three Seatings at 11 am, 1 pm & 3 pm Start a new tradition by gathering with friends and family to celebrate Thanksgiving at Diamond Mills, the Hudson Valley's premier dining destination. Visit for a bountiful gourmet feast in the elegant Grand Ballroom overlooking the Esopus Falls. Executive Chef Marcos will highlight an exquisite selection of traditional Holiday favorites for you to enjoy. Adults $50;
Dear EscapeMakers — Fall has arrived at Diamond Mills Hotel & Tavern with a NEW Fall Menu! Autumn is the season of harvest festivals, crisp morning air and of course spectacular foliage! Leaves are reaching peak color and apples and pumpkins are being gathered. These are just some of the amazing reasons to stay, dine, and celebrate in the Hudson Valley – only 2 hours from NYC! The Tavern at Diamond Mills welcomes Autumn with
Dear EscapeMakers -- As the temperature goes down, Ithaca heats up. The city and region intentionally create events to keep the community engaged in the colder months: food, music and wine festivals, educational walks through botanic gardens, and winter celebrations at the children's garden! Check out the Ithaca Events page to find your activity! Chili Cook-Off - 2/8 This annual foodie festival featuring over 40 chilis prepared by 30+ restaurants from across the region as the restaurants compete for the titles of Best Meat/Overall Chili, Best Vegetarian/Vegan Chili, and People's Choice Chili. Festival of Fire & Ice at the Ithaca Children's Garden - 2/8 An annual celebration of winter outdoor play, the festival provides time and space for us to remember the winter games we love and to discover new ways to play through the coldest season. Enjoy ice sculptures, sledding, hot chocolate, snow fort and den building, bonfires, and so much more! Ithaca Loves Teachers Winter Recess Festival - 2/14 The Ithaca Loves Teachers Festival, now in its 15th year, is a celebration of Pre-K through 12 public educators and school district employees. Ithaca will come together for a week to celebrate educators with entertainment, activities, family fun and discounts throughout the Tompkins County community. Science of Taste Food Tour - Recurring Rediscover your five basic tastes while exploring Ithaca's restaurants on this special tour designed with winter weather in mind. Savor 5 generous tastings and 3 delicious drink pairings. Explore one of your five basic tastes (sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami) with each course. Redefine how you experience food as we discuss the hidden elements behind each taste. The tour route keeps the group warm with short walks fromone establishment to the next! Finger Lakes Thaw - 3/19 A two-day, multi-venue music festival in downtown Ithaca that
Dear EscapeMakers — As the temperature goes down, Ithaca heats up. The city and region intentionally create events to keep the community engaged in the colder months: food, music and wine festivals, educational walks through botanic gardens, and winter celebrations at the children’s garden! Check out the Ithaca Events page to find your activity! Chili Cook-Off – 2/8 This annual foodie festival featuring over 40 chilis prepared by 30+ restaurants from across the region as
Dear EscapeMakers - Tis' the season to support independent makers, artists and artisans. Lucky for you, the Sullivan Catskills is a holiday shoppers dream come true! Plan a weekend shopping trip; make your list, check it twice. There's something unique, one-of-a-kind, and made with local love waiting for you… The Farmhouse Project Pop-up Shop Friday-Sunday thru December 22 - 11am - 7pm Shop The Farmhouse Project Pop-Up Shop in Livingston Manor for their new winter collection of table linens, dinnerware, candles and other curiosities, all made locally in Upstate, NY. Wurtsboro Arts Alliance Holiday Show Saturdays & Sundays thru December 21 - 12-4pm Shop the Wurtsboro Arts Alliance Holiday Show for affordable gifts made by local artists. You'll find pottery, ceramics, jewelry, photos, ornaments, greeting cards, and more. Handmade for the Holidays Saturday & Sunday, December 14 & 15 - 11am-5pm Find your way to Duke Pottery for their 13th Annual Handmade for the Holidays featuring 30+ artists and makers. Plus, you'll find the largest array of pottery made by potter/owner, Carolyn Duke. Holiday Pop-Up Shop with Buck Brook Alpacas Thru December 24 - Mon-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-4pm Find everything alpaca, plus provisions and gifts from local makers at Buck Brook Alpacas Holiday Pop-Up Shop. IndieMart Narrowsburg Friday thru Sunday, December 13-15 IndieMart Narrowsburg features an array of local artists with unique and one-of-a-kind wares. Shop 20+ vendors each weekend upstairs at the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance Recital Hall. For more holiday happenings, visit: SullivanCatskills.com
Dear EscapeMakers – Tis’ the season to support independent makers, artists and artisans. Lucky for you, the Sullivan Catskills is a holiday shoppers dream come true! Plan a weekend shopping trip; make your list, check it twice. There’s something unique, one-of-a-kind, and made with local love waiting for you… The Farmhouse Project Pop-up Shop Friday-Sunday thru December 22 – 11am – 7pm Shop The Farmhouse Project Pop-Up Shop in Livingston Manor for their new winter
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