Meredith Dairy Festival 2024

The beloved annual Meredith Dairy Fest is taking place Saturday, June 8th and Sunday, June 9th. June is national dairy month and Delaware County seizes the moment to celebrate the dairy history of the county and the farmers who continue to do this work today.

Spend the day at the fest in the kids activity tent, shopping in the huge vendor market, enjoying snacks from local food trucks, and learning dairy and farm facts from our farmers. We can’t wait to see you there! Find out more on their website, Facebook and Instagram.

Find Waldo Local

Each year, Waldo, from the iconic Where’s Waldo series, travels to towns across the United States for some hide-and-seek fun! Designed to encourage residents to patronize their local businesses, Candlewick Press and the American Booksellers Association are teaming up with 310 independent bookstores nationwide, including The Lost Bookshop in Delhi, NY, for a family-friendly scavenger hunt to find the iconic children’s book character. A cut-out will be hiding, with his red-and-white-striped shirt and black glasses, in twenty-five local businesses. 

To participate in this special event taking place throughout July, people can simply pick up a “Find Waldo Local in Delhi!” stamp card at any of the participating stores. Searchers get their cards stamped or signed by the participating shop when they spot the miniature Waldo. Eagle-eyed hunters can also look for Waldo’s special 2024 gold medal hidden in The Lost Bookshop. Collecting store stamps or signatures at twenty or more businesses will entitle diligent seekers to enter into a grand prize drawing for Waldo books and other prizes. All participants are welcome to attend the celebration party at The Lost Bookshop on July 31st!

If you are interested in hiding Waldo in your local business and participating in this lively scavenger hunt, please email Emily Helck at thelostbookshoponline@gmail.com. 

If you are interested in participating in finding Waldo, stay tuned to find out which stores will host Waldo for the Find Waldo Local event beginning on July 1st.

Chamber Member Spotlight: The Lost Bookshop

Photo courtesy of The Lost Bookshop

The Lost Bookshop, located on Main Street in Delhi, is not only selling books. They are also hard at work hosting multiple events each month for the community. The Lost Bookshop hosts readings, book clubs, social mixers, and this weekend, they are hosting “Writing and Illustrating Children’s Books with the Maurice Sendak Foundation Fellows.” This lively conversation will shine light on how to pair words and illustrations with insight from international authors. 

Learn more about the events happening at The Lost Bookshop on their website, Facebook, and Instagram. 

Farmers' Market Feature: Rock Royal Farm

Rock Royal Farm, located in Walton, NY, is a Delhi Farmers’ Market regular. When we asked them which of their products they were most excited about, they brought out a recently harvested chicken. Their chickens are rotationally grazed and treated with the utmost attention and care. Rock Royal Farm has many other products, including pork, eggs, honey, and coffee beans. 

Make your way to the Delhi Farmers’ Market to browse all their items and pick up a recently harvested chicken while supplies last!

Chamber Member Spotlight: O'Neill's Shire Pub

O'Neill's Shire Pub is the place to go in Delhi for a delicious meal with your family or a night out with friends. They host a variety of events each week. Join the crew of regulars who go head-to-head at trivia night each week or sing your heart out at karaoke. They also present live music multiple times a month for a chance to dance and enjoy good music and drinks. 

Learn more about the menu and scheduled events on their website, Facebook, and Instagram.

Farmers' Market Feature: Owl_Let Creations

Owl_Let Creations is a jewelry and art shop selling one of a kind items handmade by Terah Patrocinio. A special item created by Owl_Let are earrings made with vintage fabric. These beautiful pieces are versatile and unique, making them a great purchase as a treat to yourself or as a gift for a loved one or teacher. You will find a variety of custom items such as earrings, bracelets, necklaces, paintings and other items depending on the day.  

Learn more on Owl_Let Creations Instagram and visit them at the Delhi Farmers’ Market each Wednesday!

Call for Vendors · Delhi Fair on the Square

The Annual Delhi Fair on the Square is a family-friendly event taking place every Friday in July. Now in its 51st year, this celebrated event hosts live music, games & events for kids, a wide variety of food vendors, local merchants, and other special attractions such as live animals and bounce houses. 

Currently accepting vendors, the Fair on the Square Committee cordially invites you to join the festivities beginning Friday, July 5th, from 5pm-9pm, and continuing every Friday throughout July. The goal is to provide a fun-filled evening for the entire family with games, food, arts and crafts, music, and vendors who sell, preferably, locally grown and homemade items. 

If you are interested in becoming a vendor, learn more and register here. 

The Delhi Fair on the Square would love to welcome sponsors! The Fair on the Square is always a success thanks to those who graciously sponsor the event. Learn more about the perks of sponsorship and sign up here.

Chamber Member Spotlight: Work Station

Work Station, located at 14 Kingston Street in Delhi, NY, is a co-working space in a beautifully renovated building. They offer desks to rent monthly and also offer “Drop-in Wednesdays.” If you are interested in taking a break from working at home to spend time in a focused environment with other people, Drop-in Wednesdays is for you. You do not need to commit to the monthly desk rental yet you can enjoy the perks of the space. Book a desk on Wednesdays for $20 a day, or $30 including lunch. Join the Work Station to be productive, meet new people, and enjoy a stroll to town for a break.

Learn more about Work Station on their website, Facebook, and Instagram.

Farmers’ Market Feature: WAYSIDE Cider

WAYSIDE Cider, located in Andes, NY, is excited to share their Taproot Rose with the Farmers’ Market crowd! This cider, made with fermented beets, is fun, refreshing and a stunning color in the glass. Try a taste at the Delhi Farmers’ Market and see what else they have in store. All ciders are made with local apples, with a lot of love and a whole lot of flavor.

Learn more about Wayside Cider on their website and Instagram. 

Chamber Member Event Spotlight: Strickland Hollow & Stonewall at the Meredith

Two Chamber members have teamed up to create a very special evening each Wednesday through the entire summer for the Greater Delhi Area! Strickland Hollow and Stonewall at The Meredith are giving you a reason to love hump day. The menu includes four different 10 inch neapolitan style pizzas and a variety of starters such as meatballs with ricotta, breaded mozzarella, and caesar salad. To finish the meal enjoy tiramisu or assorted Italian cookies.  

Learn more about this delicious dining experience on Stonewall at the Meredith’s Instagram or on Strickland Hollow’s website.

Farmers' Market Feature: Hoods Baked Goods

Hoods Baked Goods is a farmers’ market regular that bakes delicious pastries in Bovina Center. They have an array of goodies such as cookies, cupcakes, rice crispy treats, and for this upcoming season, they are very excited to have donuts join the party. Hoods Baked Goods’ will have a variety of fabulous donuts throughout the season. This past market they had donuts drizzled with decadent chocolate and vanilla frosting topped with colorful sprinkles, and mini cinnamon and sugar donuts perfect for snacking!

Join them in the excitement of these fresh tasty treats by visiting the Delhi Farmers’ Markets and trying some for yourself! Learn more on their Facebook.

The Outdoor Farmers’ Market is Back!

This Wednesday, May 1st, from 10am-2pm, marks the beginning of the outdoor Delhi Farmers’ Market. We want to take a moment to thank the vendors who kept us supplied with delicious food and local products all winter long. Now, even more vendors will join the market as it moves outdoors to Courthouse Square. The Delhi Farmers’ Market is a reliable way to source local groceries. There will be produce you can feel great about, local meat that has been pasture-raised with love, baked goods nearly warm from their morning bake, herbal remedies for all your ailments, and much more.

The Delhi Farmers’ Market is more than a place to shop. It is also a place to meet friends and enjoy lunch. It is a meeting ground to begin your adventure for the day while stocking up on items you enjoy. Not only is shopping at the farmers’ market beneficial to you, but it is also imperative to local farmers and producers in sustaining their business and all their hard work. 

We are so excited for the start of the outdoor market as it creates a joyful buzz in the town of Delhi each Wednesday. So mark your calendars and rearrange your schedule to accommodate your weekly grocery shopping at the Delhi Farmers’ Market!

Upcoming Chamber Meeting: May 14th at 11am

The Chamber meets every second Tuesday at 11am at the E-Center which is located at 5 1/2 Main Street. Our next meeting is Tuesday, March 12th at 11:00am.

We welcome members to come discuss their ideas for strengthening our business community as well as share information on upcoming events and more.

Chamber Member Spotlight: River Rock Events & Suites

Photo courtesy of River Rock Inn & Suites

River Rock Events & Suites is situated on a beautiful 215 acre farm that sits along the Delaware River. The property includes an original 1900 dairy barn that has been reimagined as a multi-purpose venue. The event facility can be used for a variety of functions such as art shows and exhibits, celebrations, community events, and more. 

River Rock Events & Suites also boasts two beautiful suites that are available to rent throughout the year. The suites offer visitors miles of hiking trails, kayaking, fishing, biking and other outdoor adventures. Learn more on their Facebook.

Farmers' Market Feature: Pearls by Peg

Pearls by Peg is a Farmers’ Market regular, selling handmade jewelry that is one-of-a-kind. Find an array of different items such as bracelets, necklaces with lavish pendants, earrings, and other accessories. Visit the market on Wednesdays from 10am-2pm to find out more and to browse the collection.

Chamber Member Spotlight: Bluestone Restaurant at the College Golf Course

Photo courtesy of Bluestone

Bluestone is a restaurant and pub located at the College Golf Course at Delhi on Scotch Mountain. The restaurant is a partnership between the SUNY Delhi Hospitality Management Department and the College Association at Delhi, Inc (CADI). The restaurant and pub offers breathtaking views of the golf course and rolling foothills of the Catskill Mountains. Golfers and community members are welcome to dine at the restaurant and enjoy outdoor seating when the weather permits. 

Learn more on their website, Facebook, and Instagram.

Farmers’ Market Feature: Hipstitch Academy

Photo courtesy of Hipstitch Academy

Hipstitch Academy is a sewing school started by Megan Avery as a way to encourage people to make their own clothing and alter thrifted clothes as alternatives to fast fashion. The school is online, in-person in Harpersfield, and at the Delhi Farmers’ Market.

At the Delhi Farmers’ Market, Megan accepts items that need to be hemmed, altered, and more. Items can be left at the market with Megan and picked up at a later time. Hipstitch also has a line of alternative fashion pieces that are made with repurposed items. Find out more about Hipstitch Academy on their website, Instagram, and Facebook.

Family-Fun Day in Delhi

Saturday, June 1st, 2024

On Saturday, June 1st, spend the day in Delhi, NY, with your family for the Delhi Bridge Run and World Wide Family Festival. The race begins and ends at Hoyt Park starting at 9am. Immediately following the race, an awards ceremony will take place at the park. When the race festivities conclude, the World Wide Family Festival will begin in Courthouse Square. This fun event will engage the children of Delaware County while they experience cultures around the world through food, crafts, and games. 

Learn more about the Annual Delhi Bridge Run here and learn more about the World Wide Festival here.

World-Wide Family Festival

World-Wide Family Festival 
June 1, 2024
11am-2pm
Courthouse Square 

Every First Saturday in June, on the same day as the Annual Delhi Bridge Run, WIDE (Womxn for Inclusion, Diversity and Equity) hosts an amazing multicultural festival that educates the children of Delaware County about the World using crafts, music, food and fun! Every child receives a passport to travel from table to table to experience activities from countries such as Iran, Mexico and Ukraine, as well as sports from Brazil and the Native Americans. This event was a huge success last year with a lot of fun had by all attendees. 

If you are interested in sharing an activity, food, or craft from your country or heritage, please reach out to Jenine.Osborn@gmail.com.

Photos courtesy of WIDE

Spring Hiking in the Greater Delhi Area

Warmer weather is finally here, at least for this week, and it is prime time to get those legs moving by hiking in the greater Delhi Area. If you know where to look, there is no shortage of beautiful hiking locations within a quick drive of Delhi. 

Photo of the SUNY Delhi Outdoor Education Center

The Gribley Trail is a 3 mile trail located on Sheldon Drive passing behind Delaware Academy. This trail makes a loop yet provides options to connect with Frightful Falls Trail and Bulldog Run Trail depending on the length and elevation you would like to hike. Together these three trails make up the Delhi Trails at Mt. Crawford. 

The Smith Pond Trail is an easy 1.1 mile hike with its trailhead on Route 28 opposite of Delaware Academy. It follows the West Branch of the Delaware River through grasslands and mixed forest. 

For a trail intended to provide a full body workout, visit the Community Fitness Trail. This half mile trail has six fitness features and two picnic tables. 

The SUNY Delhi Outdoor Education Center is a 40 acre park with trails that meander through old farm fields and dip down to the Delaware River. There is a labyrinth, a butterfly garden, fishing access, picnic tables and education markers sharing knowledge of native trees. 

The Bramley Mountain Trail is a 4 mile loop that passes through an abandoned bluestone quarry, past small cliffs and caves, with expansive views at the top. 

Spring is a unique time to hike as the undergrowth is still matted from the winter snow and the leaves have yet to arrive. This allows for wonderful views that wouldn’t otherwise be visible. Take advantage of this time of year and the gorgeous trails that the Catskill 3500 Club have worked so hard to establish. See you out there!

View from the Bulldog Run Trail