With the expectation of over a thousand runners from world class marathoners to kids from your neighborhood, the Kingston Classic is an event that will draw spectators from all over and shouldn’t be missed by anyone in our own community this weekend, 4/26-27. With the exception of one year, The Classic has been run in […]
Our Doers and Dreamers this week are bringing a new energy and vitality to our community with a unique approach. Say ‘Hello’ to Hari Prakash and Teresa Widmann who have transformed an Uptown space into a studio teaching a fascinating form of yoga. Your name(s): Hari Prakash & Theresa Widmann Business or organization: SHUNIYA Occupation: […]
This week, everyone gets to say ‘Hello’ to Dr. Joe Cohen. A lot of our previous ‘Doers and Dreamers’ were people who have been drawn to the area recently. Like myself, Dr. Cohen is a lifelong resident of the Hudson Valley who has always appreciated it’s appeal, and chose to stay to enjoy what this […]
Without a doubt, the restoration of the long vacant United States Lace Curtain Factory is one of the most significant, and potentially impactful construction projects to be undertaken in the city of Kingston in decades. Not only is it providing 55 units of housing targeted for occupancy by artists of all kinds, it will also […]
Say ‘Hello’ to Sara and Michael this week who are a couple of midtown artists/entrepreneurs doing business at The Shirt Factory. I always find it encouraging to meet people who are no strangers to traveling and living abroad, that settle in the Hudson Valley and love being here. Many of these modern day settlers, like […]
Say ‘Hello’ to David! He is one of Kingston’s midtown businessmen promoting business in that district by being actively involved in planning events and building relationships. David was the key coordinator of the Independence of Mexico and Central America Festival and car show last year which drew lots of vendors and participants. This year, he […]
Kingston Happenings is the go-to source for learning about events and where to buy local. With its accompanying newsletter, social media notifications, and linkages to other websites, Kingston Happenings is the most effective way to learn about our community. Where else can you find all this? A comprehensive event calendar and event listings profiling Kingston’s […]
Here’s a view of view of Kingston, N.Y.’s St. Patrick’s Day that you haven’t seen yet courtesy of Jeremy Jordan and his non-lethal “dronecam”. The best way to put into perspective how big an event the Ancient Order of Hibernians sponsor with the support of the city of Kingston, is from the air. Jeremy caught […]
Your name: Bob Carey Business or organization: Carey Construction Occupation: President of Carey Construction. What is your approach to your business or occupation that makes you unique? We are a commercial construction company providing General Contracting, Construction Management and Design Build services with a specialty in Historic Restoration throughout the Hudson Valley. We bring our […]
Your name: Arianna Eisenson Business or organization: Kingston Electrolysis 41 N. Front St. Kingston, NY 12401 (845) 338-2600 www.electrolysisofkingston.com Occupation: Electrologist What is your approach to your business or occupation that makes you unique? Electrolysis is the only FDA approved method of permanent hair removal. As a teenager, I traveled to Connecticut to see a […]
Your name: Andy Milford Business or orgizationan: Self Employed Occupation: Artist / Photographer / Web Designer Home What is your approach to your business or occupation that makes you unique? My 24/7 approach to my work. I am always carrying a camera and always looking for the shot. Where are you from originally? A small […]
Your name: Debra Bresnan Business or organization: ProFiles: All The Write Stuff www.debrabresnan.com Occupation: Writer, editor and communications consultant What is your approach to your business or occupation that makes you unique? I’ve been in love with words since childhood. Even before I started my business in 1995 – with one small client and a […]
Your name: Katy Dwyer Business or organization: Katy DwyerDesign Occupation: Graphic Design What is your approach to your business or occupation that makes you unique? My goal is to help my clients succeed, and branding and marketing is a big part of that. I don’t go into projects simply thinking: “how can I design a […]
Your name(s): Shani Francese-Smith and Denee Francese-Smith Business or organization: Sissys Cafe Occupation: Cafe owners What is your approach to your business or occupation that makes you unique? We really care about our customers. We care about their health, diets and allergies. We are known for our gluten-free friendly menu, but we don’t stop there. […]
Your name: Rich Reeve, Maya Karrol Business or organization: Elephant Wine and Tapas Bar , 310 Wall St., Kingston, N.Y. 12401 Occupation: Rich – chef/owner Maya – mgr./owner What is your approach to your business or occupation that makes you unique? Beef heart, marrow bones, pork belly and vintage punk rock vinyl Where are you […]