On Sunday, June 3 Makeboro (aka Makers Guild Inc.) kicked off its first season of programming with a special Fix-It Day and a "Handing Over the Keys" celebration (commemorating the partnership with The Nature Conservancy). Volunteers helped refresh Makeboro's street-facing façade … [Read more...] about Makeboro Celebrates Fix- It Day and “Handing Over the Keys”
Beverly Eichenlaub
Grange Announces Winter Lyceum Series
The Whallonsburg Grange has announced its winter Lyceum series, "More History of Everything in Six Objects." The presenters will choose and discuss six objects that demonstrate the history, evolution, and significance of the common things around us. The lectures will occur on … [Read more...] about Grange Announces Winter Lyceum Series
Grange Announces Fall Lyceum Series
The Whallonsburg Grange has announced its fall Lyceum series, "A History of the World in Six Objects." The presenters will choose and discuss six objects that demonstrate the history, evolution, and significance of the common things around us. The lectures will occur on Tuesdays … [Read more...] about Grange Announces Fall Lyceum Series
Van Ornam Building
The Van Ornam building is currently undergoing renovations under the guidance of Karen and Rick Dalton to transform the second floor and rear annex into the national headquarters for College for Every Student. The Old Brick Block was a mercantile shop(s) in Essex, NY that … [Read more...] about Van Ornam Building
Essex Glass
Beautiful Essex Glass Jewelry is handcrafted using kiln-forming glass techniques. Colorful sheet glasses are layered with glass frit and stringer; each color is individually cut and placed to create the vibrant designs. Glass "beads" are fused, then cleaned and polished. Pieces … [Read more...] about Essex Glass