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Monthly Archives: May 2026

Meet Our Honey Supplier: Pekin Pond Honey Farm in Ilion, NY

The honey on Grand Colonial’s breakfast table comes from Pekin Pond Honey Farm in Ilion, NY, a family-run apiary that has supplied the inn since September 2023.

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What’s Happening in Central New York in August 2026

August in Central New York: peak Glimmerglass season, Cooperstown Dreams Park youth baseball, late-summer Otsego Lake, and Brewery Ommegang concerts. Plan your visit from Grand Colonial Bed and Breakfast in Herkimer, NY.

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What’s Happening in Central New York in July 2026

July in Central New York: Glimmerglass Festival opens, Hall of Fame Induction Weekend, July 4 long weekend, Erie Canalway cycling. Plan your visit from Grand Colonial Bed and Breakfast in Herkimer, NY.

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The Intentional Wedding: A Guide to Saving, Splurging, and Staying Grounded

Where to save, where to splurge, and how a four-seasons historic venue in Herkimer, NY supports wellness-focused wedding celebrations — at Grand Colonial Bed & Breakfast.

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What’s Happening in Central New York in June 2026

A month-by-month look at what to plan around in Central New York for June 2026: Father’s Day weekend, the Cooperstown summer season opening, Brewery Ommegang concerts, the Erie Canalway cycling season, and why the inn fills up fast this month.

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Cycling the Erie Canalway Trail: A First-Timer’s Day Trip from Grand Colonial

A flat, shaded ride along a 200-year-old waterway. Where to start from Grand Colonial, what to pack, and a full day itinerary for first-time cyclists on the Erie Canalway Trail.

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The Coziest Crunch: Grand Colonial’s Ultimate S’mores Cereal Treats

Craving a taste of Grand Colonial? Our S'Mores Cereal Treats bring campfire nostalgia to your kitchen with golden graham cereal, gooey marshmallows, and rich chocolate. Made for adventurers exploring Herkimer, NY and the Mohawk Valley. Visit grand-colonial.com to book your stay and wake up to a homemade breakfast worth the trip.
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