by Chris Clemens Visiting farm markets in different regions is a perfect way to learn about local New York makers and creators. It’s easy to find coffee roasters, sauce chefs, candle makers and a long list of other unique items being made by hand here in the Empire State. Unfortunately, super small businesses don’t have […]
by Chris Clemens In 1917, the United States officially joined World War I. With workforce gaps left by men fighting battles in other parts of the world, the stage was set for women to play a greater, more equal role here in the United States. Women played such an integral role during the course of […]
by Jacalyn Meyvis. I recently spent a weekend in South New Berlin, New York at the NY Goat Yoga Glamping Retreat. Where’s South New Berlin? Located in Chenango County in Central New York, the grounds are nestled between Cortland and Cooperstown, just about three hours from my home in Rochester. The retreat was held at […]
by Chris Clemens There’s a lot of articles out there with headlines like, “Buffalo is Killing It Lately” and “Here’s Why People Are Moving to Buffalo”. It’s no secret that a few of Upstate’s cities are in the midst of a revival and suburbanites are discovering new reasons to re-enter the urban landscape. One of […]
by Chris Clemens Last week while driving somewhat aimlessly through a northern stretch of the Catskill Mountains in Sullivan County, I saw a sign for the Beaver Kill Covered Bridge. I had read a bit about the historic site but didn’t realize I was quite so close. I quickly detoured by way of the arrow […]