Marie Doyon

1 day ago | chronogram.com | Marie Doyon

Last October, we wrote about the Hudson-Athens Lighthouse's $7.5 million restoration project on the occasion of its 150th anniversary. When a barge struck the historic lighthouse on April 30, damaging the structure’s stairway and access dock, it threatened to halt a years-long restoration effort just as it was gaining momentum. Related But the community responded swiftly—with action fueled by heart, heritage, and a shared sense of responsibility.

6 days ago | chronogram.com | Marie Doyon

[{ "name": "Newsletter Mailchimp Signup - Inline Content", "insertPoint": "3", "component": "20934832", "requiredCountToDisplay": "3", "parentWrapperClass": "" }] Albany’s Nine Pin Ciderworks is raising a glass to conservation with its first-ever Wild Cider Cup: The Conservancy Competition, taking place Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 12-3pm. at its Tasting Room in the Warehouse District.

1 week ago | chronogram.com | Marie Doyon

In a former mechanic shop the intersection of Greenkill and Wilbur avenues in Kingston, the new Wiltwyck Spirits Company has staked out a visible corner lot (with ample off-street parking), serving up cocktails made with New York State spirits. The brand, which is a collaboration between distiller Kyran Tompkins and Jonathan Niles, was founded in 2022, but the tasting room just opened at the end of February.

1 week ago | chronogram.com | Marie Doyon

Cider Week New York returns May 3–11, celebrating the state’s rich craft cider scene during peak blossom season. From curated pairing dinners and orchard tours to tap takeovers and cider festivals, the week offers something for everyone. With over 120 producers making more than 5 million gallons of cider annually, New York State is the country’s leading cider region, with many of these cideries located right in the Hudson Valley.

2 weeks ago | chronogram.com | Marie Doyon

[{ "name": "Newsletter Mailchimp Signup - Inline Content", "insertPoint": "3", "component": "20934832", "requiredCountToDisplay": "3", "parentWrapperClass": "" }] Today, May 1, Unicorn Bar, the only designated LGBTQ+ nightlife venue between Albany and New York City—marks its first anniversary with a festive night of dancing, drinks, and food.