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      Donna Lou Sonnett

      "The whole idea of staying here is relaxation and fun. Time and time again Cupola House guests say that reality is what keeps them coming back every year." ~ Donna Lou Sonnett, owner of The Cupola House

      Donna Lou Sonnett is owner/host of The Cupola House, an Essex, NY guest house with vacation rentals. Donna also operates and Essex, NY antique and art gallery and performs with The Wannabes (Essex, NY folk group) and Bright, Sonnett & Vicaro (3-part harmonies of music from the ’50s, ’60s & ’70s and beyond).

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      About Donna Lou Sonnett

      Donna Lou Sonnett restored The Cupola House Guest House and Vacation Rentals into a stately Greek Revival gem that opened it’s doors in 1995 and has gained accolades and fans ever since. Donna also runs a small antique and art gallery located on the first floor of the Cupola House which specializes in American made quilts, primitives, collectibles and local artisan’s work – including some of her own creations. Donna has hiked, biked, fished, and boated throughout the Adirondacks and Lake Champlain region, held a DEC outdoor guides license for several years, and loves to tell visitors about local swimming holes, remote cross-country ski trails and hidden attractions that only a seasoned resident would know. Donna’s folk music group, “The Wannabes”, are popular performers in and around Essex. Call (518) 963-7494 or visit www.thecupolahouse.com to make reservations at The Cupola House.

      Mary Wade’s Artwork at Cupola House Gallery

      November 27, 2017 By Donna Lou Sonnett 1 Comment

      Looking for Mary Wade? Mary Wade's Gift Shop, located on the north end of Begg's Point Street in Essex, NY, has been a summer fixture for 30 years. Collectors of Mary's artwork often found her there excited to show her new creations and ready for a friendly chat. Her wooden, … [Read more...] about Mary Wade’s Artwork at Cupola House Gallery

      Filed Under: Arts, News, Shopping Tagged With: Cupola House, Cupola House Gallery, Donna Lou Sonnett, Mary Wade, Mary Wade's Gift Shop

      Beautification Committee Bake Sale # 1 – Did You Miss It?

      April 27, 2015 By Donna Lou Sonnett Leave a Comment

      Lots of action and beauty at the Essex Beautification Committee bake sale in front of the Essex post office last Saturday. (Credit: George Davis)

      Homemade cheesecake with fresh strawberry topping... dutch chocolate cake with butter cream frosting... ginger cake with cream cheese frosting...pecan pie....oatmeal cookies with cranberries & pecans...dark chocolate chip-heath bar crunch cookies....short bread cookies.... … [Read more...] about Beautification Committee Bake Sale # 1 – Did You Miss It?

      Filed Under: Events, News Tagged With: bake sale, Essex Beautification Committee, Essex Beautification Committee Bake Sale, Essex Initiatives, Fundraising

      Double Your Christmas Fun in Essex This Season

      December 2, 2014 By Donna Lou Sonnett Leave a Comment

      Cupola House decorated for the holidays. (Credit: Donna Lou Sonnett)

      Our little town is looking a lot like Christmas — more and more everyday. The wreaths are up along Main Street, the greens are in the beautification barrels, the Essex Inn has garland on their porch, and the windows of The Neighborhood Nest are looking cozy and seasonal. Walking … [Read more...] about Double Your Christmas Fun in Essex This Season

      Filed Under: Events, News, Shopping Tagged With: Adirondack Art Association Gallery, bazaar, Christmas, Christmas in Essex, Essex Community Church Annual Christmas bazaar, Essex Cottage Antiques, Essex Ice Cream Cafe, Essex Initiatives, Essex Inn, Neighborhood Nest, Philips Art Conservation Studio, Pink Pig, ReNew, The Cupola House, Third Hand Shop

      Essex Day Is Looking for Exhibitors

      June 14, 2014 By Donna Lou Sonnett Leave a Comment

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      This year marks the Town of Essex's 35th anniversary celebration of its annual market day!  The event, "Downtown Essex Day," sponsored by Essex Initiatives, will be held this summer on Saturday, August 2, 10am-4pm—rain or shine. This popular and well-attended event features … [Read more...] about Essex Day Is Looking for Exhibitors

      Filed Under: Events, News Tagged With: Downtown Essex Day, Essex Day, Essex Initiatives, Shopping

      “Triple Play” to Perform at Willsboro UCC Church

      January 7, 2014 By Donna Lou Sonnett Leave a Comment

      Triple Play will perform Saturday, January 11th at 7pm at the Willsboro UCC Church.

      A newly formed group of seasoned local musicians will perform at the January 11th "Coffee House" evening of music at the UCC Church on Rt. 22 in Willsboro just across the Boquet River bridge. The concert begins at 7:00pm. About Triple Play The group, "Triple Play," loves old … [Read more...] about “Triple Play” to Perform at Willsboro UCC Church

      Filed Under: Events, Music Tagged With: Cheryl Blanchard, concert, Don Vicaro, Donna Lou Sonnett, Sam Blanchard, Triple Play, Willsboro Coffee House music, Willsboro UCC Church

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