We're starting our count down to Hammertown's 25th Anniversary
 Leading up to our big celebration on September 5th, we'll be making EXCLUSIVE OFFERS to you, our email subscribers. All you have to do is know the "Secret Word" which will appear right here every week. We were inspired by Groucho Marx's show "You Bet Your Life" (for those of you who are old enough to remember click here to see a great clip with Jack Benny !) Just tell your sales associate when checking out what the secret word is and you'll get a special gift from us.
This week's word is "Twenty-five" -- for Hammertown's 25th year!! |
Fitch's Corner Horse Trials this Weekend
 The trials consist of 3 phases -- dressage, cross country jumping through
rolling fields and stadium jumping in an arena. 250 horses from the
Northeast will compete over the two days for the coveted Tiffany &
Co. trophies and ribbons. Spectators can view all three phases on both
days commencing at 8:00am through 5:00pm with free admission. Click here for more details...
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Garden Conservancy Open Days will include Ancram gardener
 Open Days: Opening America's Best Private Gardens Since 1995 this year will be including the gardens of writer Abby Adams and her late husband, crime
novelist Donald Westlake. The gardens have evolved
over twenty years, reflecting Abby and Don's deepening involvement with the
larger landscape. For more information, click here...
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Where does Joan get her inspiration? A revealing
Q. & A.
 You can't walk through any of our stores without wondering how Joan
does it all and what keeps her inspired to be able to constantly look at
Hammertown with a fresh eye. She is always thinking about ways to make
Hammertown new, interesting and relevant.
We always hope you read our blog to get ideas and be inspired. So, I
wondered what blogs/websites Joan went to for inspiration. More...
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Installment #7 of Doodletown Farm:
Accommodating the Present & Planning for the Future
 From Bob & Jack:
Part of our renovation plans included an 18th C style workshop where
our antiques business "work" could be done. We wanted it to be a separate structure but
close enough to the house so that our winter commutes wouldn't be too
daunting.
We wanted it to look as if it had always been there. We took lots of
pictures of stone structures here and across the river for inspiration. Click here to see how they did it...
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Fire at Lia's Mountain View - We're all in this
together
 All of us who live locally (and enlightened visitors) love Lia's
Mountain View restaurant. It is part of the fabric of Pine Plains and
has been a part of my life for over 25 years.
Last Tuesday night there
was a devastating fire which has forced Lia's to close their
doors...during their busiest season. Lia's is part of country life here in Pine Plains and their loss is our
loss. I know I speak for everyone when we tell our friends at Lia's -
we are here to help you in any way possible. Read more...
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"We all scream for ice cream" - The Scoop Creamery
opens in Pine Plains!
 JULY IS NATIONAL ICE CREAM MONTH!
Along with baseball, isn't eating ice cream almost the favorite American
summer pastime? Who doesn't remember the nostalgia of the ice cream
place you would go to with your family...you had to have your ice cream
fix!
The Scoop Creamery combines rich, fresh dairy products from the happy,
hormone-free Holstein cows at Ronnybrook Farm with sweet and savory
local baked goods from Telu Confections. They are committed to working
with local farmers to incorporate fresh, seasonal ingredients into all
they do. Flavors range from classic to inspired... Hudson Valley
Vanilla meets Rosemary Lemon sorbet. Click here to read more...
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Too much of a good thing? Night shade vegetables.
 Many of our favorites like potatoes, tomatoes, and even peppers are in
the night shade family. There are many more but these are the most
common. During one of Hammertown's cooking classes I learned that these night
shade vegetables - when eaten in excess - can be harmful to some people.
Read more...
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This Week's Recipe:
Spicy Broccoli Rabe Bruschette
 I just love the taste of Broccoli Rabe - especially freshly picked from
your garden or your local farmers market . This is such a delicious
recipe and it's so easy it feels like you're cheating.
To get it, click here...
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Our Alex and Alexa Sale  Continues
Here are just some examples of these great sale prices. (You can
check out all the various sizes and pieces in the Alex and Alexa
collections at www.mitchellgold.com)
93" Alexa and 89" Alex - Sugg. Retail $2290
SALE PRICE: $1475
83" Alexa and 79" Alex - Sugg. Retail $2010
SALE PRICE: $1295
Queen Sleeper Alexa & Alex - Sugg. Retail: $2700 SALE PRICE: $1745
Alex or Alexa Chair - Sugg. Retail: $1250
SALE PRICE: $795
Alex or Alexa Sectional Example:
A one-arm loveseat and one-arm chaise - Sugg. Retail $3630
SALE PRICE: $2350Click here for more information.... |
Hope to see you soon!
Joan
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