Shopping locally is a completely different experience than buying online, or tromping through a crowded mall. Wander the business districts in Pine Plains and Stanfordville and chat with shopkeepers and fellow shoppers. You will not only save on gas money, but you will find friendship and hospitality wherever you go, making the holiday shopping experience much more relaxed and delightful. And your money will go to the small businesses that give back generously to our towns. Here are suggestions for places to shop:
Farm Stores: fresh bakery items, jams and honey, food gifts:
In Pine Plains:
Chaseholm Farm: 115 Chase Road
Ronnybrook Farm: 310 prospect Hill Road
Black Sheep Hill: 1891 County Route 83
Sugar Hill Farm: 3629 Route 199
In Stanfordville:
Big Rock Farm Market: 6031 Route 82
Various shops to find the perfect gifts:
In Pine Plains:
A.R. Massage Therapy: 2990 East Church (Baden House) – Massage by Ana
The Barber Shoppe Shaving Parlor: 2976 East Church Street – Gift certificates for Justin’s old-fashioned shave and haircut, and home shaving gear.
Demeter Home: 2984 East Church Street – Alex has candles, household items, tree skirts, decorations, glassware, furniture.
Hammertown Barn: 3201 Route 199 – Joan Osofsky’s flagship store for furniture, kitchen items, clothing, jewelry
Hugs and Kisses Florist: 2957 Church Street – Melissa can make you a centerpiece and floral decor
A New Leaf: 2986 East Church Street – Ginger has used and hard-to-find books
Peck’s Market: 2991 East Church Street – Groceries, soaps and lotions, chocolates and cookies
Pine Plains Fine Wines: 2881 Church Street – Holiday spirits at Gautum’s sparkling shop
Pine Plains Pharmacy: 2965 Church Street – Nasir and his son Rehan have stocking stuffers, watches, chocolates
Roosters: 2978 Church Street and 6047 Route 82, Stanfordville – Tools and gift items
In Stanfordville:
Bull’s Head Treasures: 5 Church Lane – Treasures, rare and collectible
McCarthy’s Pharmacy: 6032 Route 82 – Stocking stuffers, jewelry, candles
Not Donuts: Route 82 (behind Coyote Flaco) – Vinyl records and memorabilia
Roosters: 6047 Route 82 – Farmhouse Gift Barn with kitchen wares, birdhouses
Tequilas Wines & Spirits: 6067 Route 82 – So many kinds of tequila!
Restaurants for dining and gift certificates:
In Pine Plains:
Champetre: 2938 Church Street - Fine country French food, Michel and Patricia Jean
El Guacamole: 7795 South Main Street – The best Mexican, Terese and family
Lia’s Mountainview: 7685 Route 82 - Maria and Nick’s fine Sicilian cooking
Moose on the Loose: 7711 South Main Street – The Nuccios’ sandwich spot
Rosey’s: 2987 Church Street – Jamie Gerber and friends serve farm-fresh grub
Spud Shack: 2953 Church Street – Burgers and homemade fries by the Quijada family
Stissing House: 7801 South Main Street – Claire DeBoer’s upscale tavern
Tower Pizza: 2947 Church Street – Jeff Zengen’s family spot, Beer Garden and Cabin Bar
In Stanfordville:
Coyote Flaco, Peyo’s Cafe, Il Cuore – Route 82
Other nearby restaurant choices:
Ancram: The Little Store
Ancramdale: The Farmer’s Wife
And don’t forget the Holiday Market at Bangallworks on December 17th from 10 am to 4 pm
97 Hunns Lake Road, Bangall
LOCAL GIVING SUGGESTIONS:
Ancram Opera House: A center for theater and community events in a rural town.
Pine Plains Food Locker: At the Methodist Church. Helps feed the hungry in Pine Plains.
Pine Plains Free Library: Your local stop for information, access, and fun.
The Stissing Center: A center for diversity, culture, and civic life, The Stissing Center aims to support local economic revitalization and job creation in Pine Plains.
Stissing Theatre Guild: Fosters the appreciation of theater in the Pine Plains schools.
Willow Roots: Feeds the hungry and provides support and resources for Pine Plains families.