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June 7, 2018
Part 4 | Meet the Baby Goats
Let’s talk about the baby goats we’ve featured in our latest goat tote. We normally just select one or two cute kids. This year, we decided to spotlight 38 of them (out of 100s – and it was still hard to choose). Many of you have wondered how Farmer John decides on their names. Well, he starts off with the first letter of the mom’s name and goes from there. He does this to keep track of their lineage. And also – it’s cute. This is Part 4 of a 6 part series. There’s a link at the bottom of the page for the other parts.
If your name is Ires, Ises or Ilsa then you have a baby goat named after you!
Ilsa sneaks into the Beekman Mansion when Josh and Brent are traveling so that she can watch WWE Raw.
Iris tells everyone that her favorite book is “Little Women” when her actual favorite book is “Fifty Shades Freed.”
Ises will only refer to pants as “trousers.”
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Part 3 | Meet the Baby Goats
Let’s talk about the baby goats we’ve featured in our latest goat tote. We normally just select one or two cute kids. This year, we decided to spotlight 38 of them (out of 100s – and it was still hard to choose). Many of you have wondered how Farmer John decides on their names. Well, he starts off with the first letter of the mom’s name and goes from there. He does this to keep track of their lineage. And also – it’s cute. This is Part 3 of a 6 part series. There’s a link at the bottom of the page for the other parts.
If your name is Hannah, Heather, Heidi, Herbie, Hi, Ho, Hulk, Honora or Hyaeinth then you have a baby goat named after you!
Hannah eats saltine crackers dipped in salsa.
Heather uses self-deprecating humor as a defense mechanism.
Heidi once let her car’s inspection sticker go over the expiration date by eight months.
Herbie is the president of the Kristen Bell Fan Club.
Hi can speak 9 languages. He is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Public Health.
Ho can speak 10 languages. He always needs to one-up his brother, Hi.
Honora wants to see more goats in the film industry.
Hulk is a lover, not a fighter.
Hyaeinth, a pyromaniac, quickly deleted his Tinder profile upon the realization that it wasn’t what he thought it was.
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Part 5 | Meet the Baby Goats
Let’s talk about the baby goats we’ve featured in our latest goat tote. We normally just select one or two cute kids. This year, we decided to spotlight 38 of them (out of 100s – and it was still hard to choose). Many of you have wondered how Farmer John decides on their names. Well, he starts off with the first letter of the mom’s name and goes from there. He does this to keep track of their lineage. And also – it’s cute. This is Part 5 of a 6 part series. There’s a link at the bottom of the page for the other parts.
If your name is Madeline (Maddy for short!), Malani, Marly, Melody or Morris Ilsa then you have a baby goat named after you!
Madeline‘s favorite student at the fictional Eastland Boarding school was Natalie Green.
Malani once spent an entire paycheck on a Bayside High cheerleader’s uniform replica. Her idol? Kelly Kapowski.
Marly‘s favorite rapper is Nelly.
When Melody plays laser tag, she pretends she’s preparing for a zombie apocalypse.
Morris‘s favorite movie is Kangaroo Jack, starring Jerry O’Connell.
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Bag of Baby Goats Tote
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"Hi Kid, Bye Kid" Onesie
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"Hi Kid, Bye Kid" Child Shirt
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Gentleman Goat Tote in Denim
Visit the Mercantile
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May 31, 2018
Part 1 | Meet the Baby Goats
Let’s talk about the baby goats we’ve featured in our latest goat tote. We normally just select one or two cute kids. This year, we decided to spotlight 38 of them (out of 100s – and it was still hard to choose). Many of you have wondered how Farmer John decides on their names. Well, he starts off with the first letter of the mom’s name and goes from there. He does this to keep track of their lineage. And also – it’s cute. This is Part 1 of a 6 part series. There’s a link at the bottom of the page for the other parts.
If your name is Daffodil (please tell us if your name is Daffodil), Dahlia, Dana, Daphne, Darhma, Delta, Diane, Diana, Didi, Dido, Doris or Duke then you have a baby goat named after you!
Daffodil has an affinity for both antique chess sets and lemon macarons.
Dahlia enjoys making kites out of vintage lace curtains.
When Dana isn’t writing awareness letters on behalf of the endangered Loggerhead Sea Turtle, she is binging her favorite show, Murder She Wrote.
Daphne is looking forward to trying out for her local Arena Football team next season.
Darhma wakes up with the sun. She finds that’s the best time of day to work on her stained-glass mosaic art.
In Delta‘s next life, she hopes to come back as a pigeon, as they are a surprisingly powerful bird.
Diane has been voted “Most Likely to Be Catfished”, due to her trusting nature.
Diana had a viewing party for the royal wedding.
Didi holds the record as the youngest goat to ever win the World Poker Tournament.
Dido spends time on YouTube watching weather news blooper reels.
Doris is currently working with Shakira to produce a Broadway musical based on the life of George Nissen, inventor of the trampoline.
Duke has recently petitioned the Culinary Institute of America to accept goats into their program.
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Part 2 | Meet the Baby Goats
Let’s talk about the baby goats we’ve featured in our latest goat tote. We normally just select one or two cute kids. This year, we decided to spotlight 38 of them (out of 100s – and it was still hard to choose). Many of you have wondered how Farmer John decides on their names. Well, he starts off with the first letter of the mom’s name and goes from there. He does this to keep track of their lineage. And also – it’s cute. This is Part 2 of a 6 part series. There’s a link at the bottom of the page for the other parts.
If your name is Farrah, Faye or Gavin then you have a baby goat named after you!
Farrah can fix any laser jet printer, no matter the problem, in under six minutes. Blindfolded.
Faye really wants to dye her hair a funky color, but just can’t commit.
Gavin can quote every one of Goldie Hawn’s lines in the movie “Overboard”.
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Bag of Baby Goats Tote
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"Hi Kid, Bye Kid" Onesie
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"Hi Kid, Bye Kid" Child Shirt
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Gentleman Goat Tote in Denim
Visit the Mercantile
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May 30, 2018
Grow a Row, Share a Row
Although it felt like winter would never end, Mother Nature once again delivered her promise of warm weather and sunshine to the Northeast. And around these parts, that means we have gardening on the mind. We recently heard of something called “Grow a Row, Share a Row” and it is so Beekman, we knew we had to share.
Remember that rogue squash plant in your garden last year? Or the inevitable tomato plant that always ends up producing more than you can eat? And now, think about how quickly you get into a rhythm when planting your zinnia rows each year. How much extra time would it take you to plant an additional row? Not long at all.
We want to introduce you to “Grow a Row, Share a Row,” Beekman 1802-style. Grow A Row builds on the long-standing tradition of gardeners sharing their harvest with their neighbors. This season, we encourage you to plant an extra row of everything in your garden.
Here at Beekman 1802, we are all too familiar with the scarcity of time. Between farm chores, operating a small business and stashing away a little time to watch the sunset, there is hardly any time left to be a good neighbor. We are always trying to find small ways that we can incorporate some good “neighbor activity” into our daily routine. After all, what are you doing anything for if it isn’t to share?
Do you remember coming home as a kid to find a paper bag of fresh vegetables sitting on your front porch? The excitement of eating a fresh tomato right off the vine! YUM! And no one knew where exactly the fresh treat came from…just a neighbor.
In our Beekman Heirloom Vegetable Garden, we plan for ourselves and then just one more row to deliver to some folks in our community. Elderly neighbors and young moms are always so appreciative of a few fresh tomatoes, flowers and herbs.
This takes no time at all and is an inexpensive way to share something delicious!
Join us by planting a row for YOUR neighbor. Send a photo of you and your family planting your extra row. Tell us what you’re planting and why you’re planting an extra row. Email submissions to contest@beekman1802.com . Post to social media with hashtag #B1802ShareARow. We will select an email submission and a social media submission to receive a copy of The Beekman 1802 Heirloom Vegetable Cookbook and a pair of The Toughest Bestest Garden Gloves Ever.
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May 16, 2018
The Artisan Villages at the 2018 Garden Party
During Garden Party Weekend, Sharon Springs will host over 100 makers and artisans throughout 5 Artisan Villages. It will showcase an assortment of top quality jewelry, fiber arts, food makers and much more. For the full schedule of events and experiences at the Beekman 1802 Mercantile and throughout Sharon Springs, click here.
COUNTRY LIVING FAIR VILLAGE
Judith E. Murray | Vintage
Razimus Jewelry | Jewelry
Vintage Inspired Lifestyle Marketplace | Vintage
LaCigale | Arts
Tempest in a Teapot | Metal Arts
Bonnie White Folk Art | Painting
As The Crow Flies | Painting
Cherie’s Decorative Painting | Painting
The Hunter House | Arts & Antiques
Birdhouse Brokerage | Wood
ETSY VILLAGE
Electric City Roasters | Coffee
AlphaFOLKS | Clothing
Meg Galton Designs | Fiber Arts
Aunt Mary’s Marvelous Creations | Fiber Arts
Mountain Dolls n Things | Fiber Arts
Famous Quote Gallery | Vintage
Dancing Magpie Designs | Jewelry
Jillian’s Apothecary | Apothecary
Paper Wolf Design | Arts
Jars by Shannon | Arts
FOOD
DCS Chocolates | Food Artisan/Truck
JD Gourmet | Food
Kymar Farm Winery & Distillery | Brewery/Distillery/Winery
Homegrown Designs | Vegetables
Pixie Floss | Food Artisan/Truck
Dairyland | Food Artisan/Truck
Ty’s Taco-ria | Food Artisan/Truck
Mickle Hollow Maple & Honey | Food
MaMa SHEPS MOBILE CAFE AND CATERING | Food Artisan/Truck
Farmer Street Pantry | Food Artisan/Truck
Parsons Farm | Vegetables
Editha’s Kitchen | Clothing
Burke Pottery | Pottery
MAD CREATIONS | Arts
Evolve Handcrafted Soap Company | Soap
HERITAGE VILLAGE
Bee & Bramble | Honey
Stone House Farm | Maple
The Mustard Seed | Food
Herbal Turtle Teas | Brewery/Distillery/Winery
Saratoga Peanut Butter Company | Food Artisan/Truck
Exeter Park Produce and Garlic | Vegetables
Austintacious | Truffles
Heidelberg Bread | Bread
Zoar Tapatree Co. | Maple
The Sharon Springs Granola Company | Granola
Firefly | Aromatherapy/Candles
Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery | Brewery/Winery/Distillery
VITAL EATS | Food
Lularoe | Clothing
Farmer John & Shirley’s Stoney Creek | Fiber Arts
J and R Crafts Saratoga Springs | Garden Products
Ineke’s Leaves | Garden Products
Floral Root | Flowers/Plants
Versi Snaps | Garden Products
Karen Katz Studio | Jewelry
New England Twists | Jewelry
Left Brain Creations | Arts
Charmed I’m Sure | Metal Arts
Red Pine Pottery | Pottery/Ceramics
Kat’es Kreations | Arts
Gisele’s Jewels | Vintage Jewelry
Blue Merle Apiary | Soap
Cute! Pet Gear | Pet Gear
The Studio for Art and Craft | Arts
Kinglsey Street | Soap
Gray Works Design | Wood
Little Blueberry | Arts
Photos by Anthony | Photography
American Heritage Artisans | Wood
“Hold Still” Portraits for Your Pets | Pets/Portraits
Country Manor Inn B&B | Accommodations
The American Hotel | Beer/Food
The Rotary Club | Coffee
NY MAKERS ARTISAN VILLAGE
Catskill Provisions | Small-Batch Honey Products
Workday Wera | Utilitarians Garments
Small Town Cultures | Ferments
Ardent Homesteader | Food
Field Apothecary with Suntrap Botanical | Aromatherapy
Roosevelt Grooming | Men’s Shaving Skin Care
The Binderie | Handmade Quilts and Cloth Books
Birch Boys | Chaga Mushroom Products
Farmer Street Pantry | Packaged Orchid Fruit Foods
Black Kettle Soap Company | Handcrafted Bath and Body Products
Be in the Moment | Handmade Jewelry
Frittelli & Lockwood | Handwoven Textiles
Lavender Fern | Natural Plant Dyeing Fabric Products
Love by Bean | Organic Seed Bombs
Tess & James | All-Natural Bath and Cosmetic Products
les collines | Small-Batch Preserves and Jams
Pure Placid | All-Natural Beauty Products
New York Makers | Handmade Home and Garden Goods
Northeast Glass | Hand Poured Soy Candles in Repurposed Wine Bottles
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May 15, 2018
B.1802 Book Reading List | May
Even though this is the busiest part of our planting season, the longer daylight hours mean that we can still get a lot of reading time in. Here’s the list of books we’re looking at this month…
Say it with flowers! This visual bouquet includes a photographic glossary of popular flower types and their Victorian meanings, followed by step-by-step instructions for creating 25 beautiful arrangements. From Celebration and Luck, to Happiness and Forgiveness, each bespoke bunch of flowers suits an important occasion or recipient. Blooming with inspiring lifestyle photography and watercolor botanical illustrations throughout, Meaningful Bouquets brings a truly personal touch to flower arranging.
Buy it now >> Meaningful Bouquets: Create Special Messages with Flowers – 25 Beautiful Arrangements[image error]
The book is filled with more than 100 innovative recipes that showcase chocolate’s complex flavor, from pink peppercorn ginger truffles and hickory-smoked caramels to chocolate oatmeal cream pies and raw almond bark. Step-by-step photographs guide the home cook, but also allow for experimentation and customization. Chocolate Alchemy gives chocolate addicts the knowledge and confidence to set up their own chocolate laboratory and craft confections and baked goods with the true flavors of chocolate as the star of the show.
Buy it now >> Chocolate Alchemy: A Bean-To-Bar Primer[image error]
Erin Benzakein is a florist-farmer, leader in the locaflor farm-to-centerpiece movement, and owner of internationally renowned Floret Flower Farm in Washington’s lush Skagit Valley. This beautiful guide to growing, harvesting, and arranging gorgeous blooms year-round provides readers with vital tools to nurture a stunning flower garden and use their blossoms to create show-stopping arrangements.
Buy it now >> Floret Farm’s Cut Flower Garden: Grow, Harvest, and Arrange Stunning Seasonal Blooms[image error]
Dandelion and Quince features plant profiles–from dandelion to quince–for over 35 uncommon vegetables, fruits, and herbs available in today’s markets–with over 150 recipes that explore their flavors. This illustrated cookbook celebrates the abundance at farmers’ market and local grocery store yet to be discovered by the everyday cook. From mustard and kumquats to nettles, fava leaves, sunchokes and more, the blossoms, berries, leaves, and roots featured in Dandelion & Quince are simple foods that satisfy our need for a diversity of plant life in our diets, grown with care and prepared by our own hands for our families and communities.
Buy it now >>Dandelion and Quince: Exploring the Wide World of Unusual Vegetables, Fruits, and Herbs[image error]
Nourishing plants can have a profound effect on our health when incorporated into the foods we eat. By bringing herbs such as dandelion, purslane, sumac, and calendula into the kitchen—rather than limiting them to medicines or remedies—we can enjoy their flavors and reap their benefits. From Nettle Chai to Lavender Yogurt, Wild Greens Miso Paste, Lamb’s-Quarter Cavatelli, and Rose Petal Rice Pudding, the recipes here were created to please the palate and with long-term health in mind. Explore these everyday recipes to calm stress and anxiety, ease digestion, correct imbalances, build immunity, and promote overall wellness and longevity.
Buy it now >> The Healing Kitchen: Cooking with Nourishing Herbs for Health, Wellness, and Vitality[image error]
Hayley McKee is passionate about creating sweets that taste of nature, where the ingredients are familiar, the coloring is genuine, and the flavors are unmasked. In Sticky Fingers, Green Thumb she celebrates the use of vegetables, edible flowers and herbs in her incredible baked desserts.
Buy it now >> Sticky Fingers, Green Thumb: Baked Sweets that Taste of Nature[image error]
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April 24, 2018
PART 2 | Create Meaningful Bouquets
In the Victorian era, and even long before that, flowers served as beautiful messengers that whispered what often could not be spoken aloud. They were the equivalent of clandestine text messages or notes of encouragement—a way to express friendship, pride, or feelings of love. Flowers told the tale of hidden emotions during a time of extreme discretion. The key to decoding the meanings was found in oral tradition, and in flower dictionaries, which sometimes held varying definitions for each flower. For Part 1 of this series, click here.
As featured in the upcoming Summer 2018 Edition of Beekman 1802 Almanac Magazine. For more, check out Meaningful Bouquets: Create Special Messages with Flowers – 25 Beautiful Arrangements[image error] by Leigh Okies and Lisa McGuinness (copyright 2016, published by Chronicle Books).
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Part 3 | Create Meaningful Bouquet
In the Victorian era, and even long before that, flowers served as beautiful messengers that whispered what often could not be spoken aloud. They were the equivalent of clandestine text messages or notes of encouragement—a way to express friendship, pride, or feelings of love. Flowers told the tale of hidden emotions during a time of extreme discretion. The key to decoding the meanings was found in oral tradition, and in flower dictionaries, which sometimes held varying definitions for each flower. For Part 1 of this series, click here and for Part 2, click here.
As featured in the upcoming Summer 2018 Edition of Beekman 1802 Almanac Magazine. For more, check out Meaningful Bouquets: Create Special Messages with Flowers – 25 Beautiful Arrangements[image error] by Leigh Okies and Lisa McGuinness (copyright 2016, published by Chronicle Books).
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