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Trivia Question❓Which Ulster County city briefly served as New York’s first state capital before British troops burned it in 1777? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
Five recent arrivals offer new ways to spend an afternoon or finish an ordinary errand across Ulster County. Their reported openings or grand-opening celebrations fall within the two months ending October 29, 2026.
In the town of Ulster, Soho Eatery held its September 25 soft opening, with deli, market, coffee, and hot-and-cold-bar choices. Nearby YoYo Chicken celebrated on October 16, adding sandwiches, wings, burgers, and combination meals.
Kingston’s The Parlour began its September soft opening at 1 Main Street. Its café-and-cocktail concept combines drinks, food, art, and music, with lower-alcohol and alcohol-free options alongside espresso and cocktails.
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A Harvest Farewell with Chef Karla Ortiz |
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Gather at Little Logan’s Farm for a Harvest Farewell dinner celebrating the final harvest of the season. Chef Karla Ortiz, the Mayagüez chef behind Bo.ka.do, will prepare five plant-based courses for an intimate evening rooted in the Hudson Valley harvest. Choose from two seatings, at 12:30 PM or 5:00 PM, and enjoy a seasonal meal at the woman-owned veganic farm in Gardiner. Tickets are $175 per guest and are available through Thursday, November 12. |
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Much of Ulster County remains rural, with homeowners relying on private wells and septic systems rather than municipal water and sewer. While rural living offers privacy, space, and connection to nature, it comes with responsibilities that suburban homeowners don't face. Understanding these systems is essential before purchasing or maintaining a rural Ulster County property. Read More... |
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“To learn something new, take the path that you took yesterday.” — John Burroughs |
Winter in Ulster County doesn't shut the outdoors down — it hands over the keys to a different dress code. As soon as the temperatures drop and the snow guns fire up, the region's mountains, carriage roads, and preserve trails reopen for a season that stretches from late November well into April. Here's what the 2026–2027 winter looks like for anyone planning to ski, ride, or snowshoe in the Catskills and the Shawangunks. Read More... |
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Looking to Adopt? Here Are Ulster County’s Licensed Pet Rescues and Shelters |
From Highland and Modena to Accord, Kingston, Saugerties, Bloomington and Wawarsing, Ulster County has a broad rescue network. This guide explains the 14 state-listed organizations and several additional local adoption resources. |
5 Children’s & Family Events: November 6–December 7 |
Fill the family calendar with local adventures this November and early December. These five picks fall within November 6–December 7, with opportunities to make things, explore river history, meet Santa and enjoy a holiday performance. 1. AcornFest When: Saturday, November 7, 2026 • Noon–3 p.m. Spend an afternoon at this free fall festival, open to the public and fun for all ages. Activities include autumn arts and crafts, a story journey on the nature trail, games and a scavenger hunt. 2. Clearwater November Open Boat When: Saturday, November 14, 2026 • 1–4 p.m. Meet Clearwater’s crew, learn about the sloop’s restoration and enjoy live music and children’s activities. The free event includes a children’s story time at 1:15 p.m.; bring warm layers, a potluck dish or snack, and reusable tableware. 3. Annual Buy Local Holiday Extravaganza When: Saturday, November 21, 2026 • 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Turn holiday shopping into a family outing with local makers, farms, food, crafts, entertainment and children’s activities. Organizers also list a movie and photos with Santa among the attractions. 4. Holiday on the Walkway When: Sunday, November 29, 2026 • Noon–3 p.m. Meet Santa, visit miniature donkeys and enjoy seasonal music and a children’s craft area on the Ulster County side of the Walkway. Admission is free with no RSVP required; free cookies and hot chocolate are planned, and guests are asked to bring a reusable mug. Holiday on the Walkway details 5. A Christmas Carol — Ulster Dance Company When: Sunday, December 6, 2026 • 2 p.m. Introduce the family to a holiday classic through Ulster Dance Company’s ballet interpretation of Charles Dickens’s story. Listed tickets are $33 for adults, $27 for seniors and $21 for children/students; online ticketing fees apply. Performance details and tickets Details checked October 31, 2026. All times are local. Confirm current schedules, availability and admission details with the organizer before attending. |
A deaf, collared cat in the Napanoch Walmart parking lot led local residents to discover a much larger colony of stray and feral cats. The effort grew into months of trapping, veterinary care, fundraising, socialization, and rehoming with help from local animal-welfare professionals.
By early October, many cats had been rehomed and all known kittens had reportedly been trapped, though roughly 10 adult cats were still believed to remain. Read More... |
Beaverkill Valley Inn brings seasonal farm-to-table dining to one of Ulster County’s quietest corners. Set along the upper Beaverkill River in Hardenburgh, the historic inn pairs locally sourced food with a classic Catskills setting, outdoor recreation, and a slower pace.
Dining is currently limited to registered inn guests and members, so readers should plan ahead before visiting. Read More... |
💡 Answer to Trivia Question: Kingston |