Monthly Archives: June 2020

It’s Time to Get Digging for Herkimer Diamonds!

Summer is the perfect season for a road trip and The World-Famous Herkimer Diamond Mines is re-opening just in time.  The Mines are open to the public once again starting June 26, and the shortened season means we’ve got no time to waste- it’s time to get digging! New for the 2020 season, visitors can

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The Baseball Hall of Fame is Open!

Baseball fans rejoice! We’re thrilled to pass along that The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is reopening its doors on Friday, June 26. The Museum’s hours will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m daily. Timed admission tickets will be available for you to purchase at baseballhall.org on a first-come, first-served basis. These tickets

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Return of the Snack Barn!

The Fly Creek Cider Mill‘s Snack Barn is back this Saturday, June 13th.  The Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard’s food service is adjacent to the Mill in a restored barn. The menu includes fresh baked goods, soups, sandwiches, beverages, and a full line of ice cream treats. The pulled pork BBQ and soups or chili

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Why Baking Makes Us Feel So Good Right Now

The Coronavirus pandemic will be remembered for many things including endless virtual live-streams, Joe Exotic and Carol Baskin, two months of bad hair days, and an out-of-nowhere sourdough bread baking craze. Yes, COVID-19 has caused many to discover the joys of baking sourdough bread, complete with its hard crust, soft insides, and tangy flavor. Bread

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