Choices

Meet our Hammertown Choices!!

Everyone loves shopping at Hammertown because of Joan’s skill in editing what comes into the store. Everything is carefully and thoughtfully chosen and our customers know it. So, now we’re applying that same care to Hammertown ChoicesJoan’s Hudson Valley Favorites. (click the boxes on the right to read more about each of them)

Hammertown Choices are our local business partners whom we know, trust and believe in.  They appear here on our website as advertisers by invitation only. We have chosen them because they are high-quality, responsible and responsive local businesses that will provide you the best in products, care and services. We hope you’ll agree!

If you know of  a business or service that you think would make a great Choice, just email: joan@hammertown.com

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Joan's Hometown Choices

Red Devon Market Bar & Restaurant

Red Devon Market Bar & Restaurant

Red Devon not only uses seasonal, local & sustainable ingredients they are also responsible stewards of the land from which that bounty comes.


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Dennis Wedlick Architect LLC

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…
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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.


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Rembrant Painters

Rembrant Painters

As a home stylist with a practice in upstate New York, Connecticut and the Berkshires, I see them as "my painters of choice." - Wanda Furman


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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


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Wanda Furman - Home Style Consultant

Wanda Furman – Home Style Consultant

Wanda's extraordinary talent is that she helps you bring your own soul, style and spirit into your home so it never looks "decorated" or "fussy".


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DePreter DeSigns - Signage & Sculpture

DePreter DeSigns – Signage & Sculpture

Jon is an enlightened and talented craftsman, who is always a pleasure to work with.
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Little Gates & Co. Wine Merchants

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.


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WKZE - 98.1

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.
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Gilded Moon Framing

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.


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hudsonvalleyfresh

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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The Stissing House Restaurant & Tavern

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.


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Stissing Design

Stissing Design

One of the many reasons I love Tim’s work is in his clever details. Each one-of-a-kind piece is made with such care and originality it’s like buying a wonderful piece of art.
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The Amazing Real Live Food Co.

In case you hadn't noticed...I LOVE the cheeses from The Amazing Real Live Food Company.


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Hylton-Hundt Salon

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!"
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Upstate Films - Rhinebeck & Woodstock

Upstate Films – Rhinebeck & Woodstock

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.


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The Valley Table

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.
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No. 9 Restaurant - Millerton, NY

No. 9 Restaurant – Millerton, NY

I have been a huge fan of Taryn & Tim Cocheo since they were at The Bottle Tree in Ancram, NY. To their Ancram fans' dismay, they closed The Bottle Tree & headed to Millerton... Ancram's loss is Millerton's gain!


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Caroline Phipps - Health Counselor

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.
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Rural Intelligence--Be "in the know"!

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!!
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The Berkshire Taconic Foundation

The Berkshire Taconic Foundation

Berkshire Taconic builds stronger communities and improves the quality of life for all residents of our region...
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Paula Redmond Real Estate

Paula Redmond Real Estate

This charming circa 1880’s two-bedroom farmhouse is conveniently located between Rhinebeck and Millbrook. Perfect for a weekend getaway.
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TriArts Sharon Playhouse

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)


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