So, when I first moved to this corner of the planet, I kept hearing cool, creative people being referred to as “makers.” Makers? Really? Aren’t they simply artists and designers and chefs and photographers and musicians and so on? Yes, but collectively, in this region, they’re proudly stamped with the “makers” moniker. When in Rome… To inaugurate the now annual roster of celebrated makers in The Mountains—we’re calling it makers|23—we’ve assembled an impressive list of our most talented neighbors. To be clear, we’re not inferring that these particular people are the best or even among the best makers in our…
Stewart Airport welcomed Play Airlines, the budget Icelandic carrier that debuted in the summer of 2022, bringing a ray of sunshine for those seeking warmth during the shorter, colder days.…
What makes a pumpkin patch in our region stand out? Besides a top-five ranking by USA Today? Kelder’s Farm is a 200-year-old farm located in Kerhonkson, NY. Owner Chris Kelder…
The peaceful transition of presidential powers has been a time-honored precedent in the US that traditionally unfolds on the steps of the Capitol building in Washington, DC. Rarely has a…
A good friend of mine from New York City recently went on a glamorous work trip to Europe—his first experience with international travel since the covid pandemic—and when I asked…
What’s lovelier than Manhattan in the fall: I mean… The city transforms into a cultural mecca, hosting a seemingly endless series of events and parties from the Met Gala to…
Saturday 8 a.m. breakfast Ahh, it’s the weekend in Woodstock and that means we can head to our favorite bagel shop, Moonrise Bagels, for their unique New York style water…
Picture waking up to the sound of a flowing waterfall. You get ready for the day surrounded by an oasis, but here’s the twist—walk just down the street and you’re…
Everyone has their very own favorite apple orchard in the mountains. Having three kids, we went to so many different venues over the years in Rockland, Orange and Sullivan Counties.…












