On Our Radar

Faces, places, treasures, and trends that caught our attention.

June 5, 2025

Things to Do This Weekend in Dutchess County: Events and More!

Looking for things to do this weekend in Dutchess County? Enjoy the Launch Party for Mr. Anderson Scottish Ale in Poughkeepsie, explore Open Studios in Wassaic, or celebrate Sakura Matsuri in Hyde Park. Don’t miss live music, art exhibits, and workshops across the county! For more events, check out our event calendar.

April 3, 2025

Lasting Joy Brewery in Tivoli: Craft Beer & Community

Discover Lasting Joy Brewery in Tivoli—where craft beer, stunning architecture, and a welcoming atmosphere create a joyful experience.

April 3, 2025

Zibby Tozer: Uplands Farm: A Garden of Art and Science

Zibby Tozer’s Uplands Farm is a stunning garden in Stanfordville, where art, science, and passion create a breathtaking landscape.

April 3, 2025

Thai Baan: Authentic Thai Cuisine at Tenmile Distillery

Experience farm-to-table Thai cuisine at Thai Baan, Wassaic’s newest restaurant at Tenmile Distillery. Fresh, authentic flavors await!

April 2, 2025

Moonrise Bagels: Stuffed Bagels for Anytime

In the depths of the lockdown following the outbreak of COVID-19, Jeremy Rhodes found solace in the same source as so many others: sourdough starter. Baking for the holidays in 2020, Rhodes was left with spare ingredients for both pizza and bagels, inspiring him to experiment.

April 2, 2025

Merritt Bookstore: Millbrook’s Literary Gem

Merritt Bookstore in Millbrook, NY, offers a cozy, community-focused space filled with books, gifts, and literary charm.

April 2, 2025

Dutchess Trading: Reviving Retail Charm

There are, often, two reactions when people walk into The Dutchess Trading Company on Main Street in Millerton. They either say, ‘What IS this?;’ or they happily step inside, all smiles, and share memories of the shop’s former incarnation, as the iconic Terni’s Store.

April 2, 2025

Tiny Greens: Microgreens from Fishkill

In recent years, young farmers have been coming to the Hudson River Valley and providing us with gorgeous edibles and magnificent flowers grown in our local, nutrient-rich soil. They all have different reasons for their dedication to 21st-century farming; whatever their incentives, we’re happy they’re here.