Barn Notes
Simon Pearce – Your son, Kevin, is in our thoughts
Posted February 17th, 2010Hammertown has been carrying Simon Pearce glassware for over 17 years. We were the first store in the area to carry his glassware, and at a time when he was not very well known around here. I was immediately attracted to this beautiful handmade glassware…so simple, functional and elegant, and made in America…in Simon’s own ...
Is it too early for us to think about Spring? Never!
Posted February 12th, 2010THREE REASONS IT’S NOT TOO EARLY TO THINK ABOUT SPRING… 1. First, the Hudson Valley Seed Library…an Heirloom seed company I discovered through Sally Spillane. I love everything about this local seed company: the products, the packaging; the history; the attention to detail….all things I admire in any business. They offer 25 varieties of locally grown ...
Joan’s in NYC again…this time she’s workin’ it!
Posted February 11th, 2010Last week I was in New York cruising the New York Gift Fair for new things for Hammertown. I found lots of great things that you’ll be seeing in our stores in the next few months. Here’s a sneak preview…Just look! Within the next few months, there are fabulous new items arriving…great kitchenware like modern ...
Hammertown kitchen tool featured in “House Beautiful”!
Posted February 11th, 2010Check out the March issue of House Beautiful and you’ll find one of our favorite Hammertown kitchen tools featured on page 136 in “The Best! For the Kitchen”. [click image to enlarge] I’m so excited because not only is House Beautiful my favorite design magazine, we have some local connections with the magazine as well….Dan Shaw ...
Missing Domino Magazine? Look for Lonny Magazine Online!
Posted January 27th, 2010The demise of Domino magazine was one of many sad losses seen in the magazine publishing world last year. I will forever miss curling up with my issue the night it arrived in my mailbox, earmarking the pages I loved (I never got into those sticky note “flags”), and ultimately bringing some of the inspiration ...
Joan plays hooky in NYC!!
Posted January 14th, 2010After that exhausting (and COLD) buying trip to Atlanta, the boss (me) gave me a day off! I invited my friend, Rosey, to spend the day with me in NYC. No shopping for Hammertown involved! Our first stop was a wonderful exhibit at the Poetry Society of America…Portraits of Poets (on exhibit through January 15th, at the ...
That Joan…how does she do it? (Notes from Atlanta)
Posted January 7th, 2010Everyone always wonders how Joan manages to pick out all the merchandise you see in our stores. Right now she’s down in Atlanta on a buying trip with Rhonda Cayea (Rhinebeck Manager) and Danielle Michael (Gt. Barrington store manager). It might sound like fun to “go shopping” all day, but this is serious business and a ...
Ladies Night Shopping at Hammertown Barn!
Posted December 3rd, 2009PLEASE JOIN US AT HAMMERTOWN BARN FOR AN EVENING OF EASY, RELAXED SHOPPING! This is the way to shop for the holidays. No traffic, no noise, no pushing and shoving…NO MALLS. Call your girlfriends, leave the guys at home and make an evening of it. We’ll be serving prosecco and hors d’ouvres to make it all especially festive!
WKZE Radio Warns: Walmart has its sites on local businesses & you!
Posted October 21st, 2009First, a disclaimer: Hammertown advertises on WKZE — in fact many of you comment on hearing me on our ads and we are so happy to know you’re listening. As an advertiser, I always appreciate the fact that WKZE keeps us abreast of what’s happening in our area. So, when I got this “heads up” from ...
Berkshire Taconic Event Raises over $22,000…NOW GO SHOPPING!
Posted September 30th, 2009It was a gorgeous evening and the crowd was in a happy (and generous) mood! This year’s kick-off for Shop for a Cause Week at Hammertown Barn to benefit the Berkshire Taconic Foundation was held out in the “corral” under our Big Tent. Adding to the festive feel were tastings tables representing some of our favorite ...
A.G.S. – Professional Home Delivery
I cannot say enough great things about them. They are a family-run business and take pride, care and responsibility for their work.
The Stissing House Restaurant & Tavern
"The Mushrooms Alone are Worth the Drive!" (N.Y. Times) When I first heard the former owners of the famed, Provence bistro in New York City were taking over the Stissing House, I was beside myself with anticipation and excitement.
Dennis Wedlick Architect LLC
His iconic roof lines, his contemporary farm house designs, his belief in sustainability, and his honest respect for the American home all put him at the top of my list…
The Valley Table
“The magazine of all things epicurean up and down the river.” So says the New York Times and I couldn’t agree more.
Rural Intelligence — Be “in the know”!
If you want to be “in the know” about the arts, food, home, garden, music, shopping and day trips…this is the website for you!!
Gilded Moon Framing
We are so lucky to have this world-class framing gallery right in Millerton. From valuable oil paintings to family photographs, you know you are getting the best archival work that will stand the test of time.
Red Devon Market Bar & Restaurant
The Red Devon not only uses seasonal, local & sustainable ingredients in the delicious food they serve, but they are responsible local stewards of the land from which that bounty comes.
Paula Redmond Real Estate
This lovely c.1845 farmhouse overlooks 37 plus acres of open fields, pastures and pond on a bucolic country road.
The Amazing Real Live Food Co.
In case you hadn't noticed...I LOVE the cheeses from The Amazing Real Live Food Company.
DePreter DeSigns – Signage & Sculpture
Jon is an enlightened and talented craftsman, who is always a pleasure to work with.
Little Gates & Co. Wine Merchants
What I really love about Little Gates is the thoughtfulness with which they choose their wines and in how they talk (and listen) to their customers who are looking for recommendations.
Caroline Phipps – Health Counselor
Could one conversation change your life? After one consultation with Caroline I was on a journey to find out more about me, the food I eat, and on the road to a healthier lifestyle.
WKZE – 98.1
By advertising on and listening to KZE, we are supporting their spirit of independence and at the same time we’re putting money back into our community.
TriArts Sharon Playhouse
Hammertown has been a big supporter of TriArts for almost 20 years. In fact, I even used to house visiting actors (including "Sandy" the dog in Annie who negotiated air conditioned premises in her contract)
Hylton-Hundt Salon
I had been hearing Rhonda talk about her "Hairapy" at Hylton Hundt Salon for quite a few years. "Bonnie not only makes me look beautiful, she clears my mind and nourishes my soul!"
B. Docktor Photo
B. Docktor has the uncanny ability to capture all the emotions of a single moment in time through the lens of her camera. Portraits ▪ Weddings ▪ Events
Upstate Films
I always get the feeling as I enter Upstate, that I’ve stepped back in time...It has an authentic soul and you can tell the people who run the theater love what they do.
Hudson Valley Fresh
Hammertown is supporting this not-for-profit dairy cooperative because they are dedicated to help the remaining farms in our region to not only survive, but to thrive.
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Events Calendar
- March 11 to March 21: Half Moon Theatre Presents “7 Stories” a play by Morris Panych
- March 11 to April 18: Elliott Kaufman photography exhibit at Carrie Haddad Gallery – Opening Reception March 13th
- March 11 to March 31: Special Order Sale on all furniture
- March 18 to March 28: News from The Stissing House + Restaurant Week Menu
- March 20 : Tree Pruning Workshop sponsored by Rhinebeck Village Tree Commission
- March 27 : Stan Hirson’s video journal “Pine Plains Views” to be shown at Pine Plains Library
- April 11 : Diane Meier’s “The Season of Second Chances” – Booksigning & Reception at Hammertown Rhinebeck
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