The Hamden Inn & Lounge is a restaurant, bar, and inn located on State Highway 10 in Hamden. The restaurant and bar offers delicious staples such as wings and burgers as well as other unexpected options such as hot honey artichoke hearts and a falafel platter. The full bar is equipped to make any specialty cocktail you’d like while also serving beer and choice wines. The Hamden Inn has ample outdoor seating on warm days making it a great place for celebrations and large parties. The bar and restaurant is great for a special night out for birthdays or a cozy night with close friends. Learn more about the Hamden Inn & Lounge on their website, Facebook, and Instagram.
Farmers’ Market Feature: Lori Rae Jewelry
Lori Rae Jewelry has been a staple at the Delhi Farmers’ Market for years now! Lori Rae makes and sells unique jewelry designs on the corner of Main Street and Court Street each week at the Delhi Farmers’ Market. This spring, Lori Rae is excited about the new line of patina and turquoise earrings. If you browse her booth, you will notice a wide variety of jewelry. She has necklaces of different lengths and styles, bracelets, rings, various kinds of earrings, and much more. Learn more about Lora Rae Jewelry on her website, Facebook, and Instagram.
Pellegrino Grant Award Winners!
A goal of the Greater Delhi Area Chamber of Commerce is to make Delhi, NY, a great place to live, work, and play. Helping the area businesses flourish is fundamental to achieving that goal. Each year, the Greater Delhi Area Chamber of Commerce Pellegrino Grant is awarded to two area businesses for the purpose of directly enhancing the charm and appeal of the greater Delhi area through exterior and interior business improvements.
We are proud to share that the two businesses awarded Pellegrino Grants this year are Maple Shade Farm and Hollow. Maple Shade Farm submitted a proposal for signage in line with their new branding and marketing efforts. The custom sign will highlight the entrance to the farm and will be made by local talent John Virga. The solid craftsmanship of Virga’s signs will complement the farm and scenic road where the farm is located. The signage will be the cap of recent improvements to the farm business including an updated marketing launch and capital improvements like recent paint and roof projects. Hollow will paint the exterior walls of their cafe on the corner of Main and Division Streets, as an effort to add visual interest and beautify one of the more visible corners in the village. Additionally, the cafe will also add signage and outdoor seating.
We are happy to support the beautification efforts of these two local businesses and look forward to seeing the improvements in the upcoming year! If you’d like to submit a proposal for a Pellegrino Grant in the future, applications go live each January. Join our mailing list to receive updates and reminders about the grant direct to your inbox.
It's Easy to Park in Delhi!
The heart of the Village of Delhi offers many wonderful, independently owned shops, restaurants, art spaces, and, of course, the weekly farmers' market. Parking spaces on Main Street can fill up quickly during market days, when there are events, and busy times during the week. Did you know there is additional parking, located centrally, that makes finding a parking spot easy? Hoyt Park offers not only a brief scenic riverwalk but also a spacious parking lot. Located behind Delhi Pizza Co., Speedway, and the Country Store, entry to the parking lot is on B. Scott Clark Drive between the Country Store and Fischer Auto Parts. Not everyone knows about this convenient parking lot (which also has four electric vehicle charging ports!) so be sure to keep it in mind and tell your friends!
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Greater Delhi Area Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting Minutes 6/11/2024
May 2024 Board Meeting Greater Delhi Area Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday, June 11, 2024 - 10:00am
Meeting called to order at 10:06am
Lisa Wisely, President, presiding
Board members present: Matt Krzyston Valerie Nichols, Jerry Pellegrino, Christina Viafore, Matt Marchese, Julian Peploe, Abbey Wilson
• Financial position
o Community Bank checking balance as of 6/11/2024 $23,834.38
o DNBD- Foundation checking account balance as of 6/11/2024 $33,113.34
• Mixers/Events
o The next mixer will be at The Island which houses two businesses, Workstation and Bizzy Bee’s. The event will take place on June 20th 5-7pm. Parking for the event will be at Hoyt Park in the village parking lot.
o The fall mixer will be held at Strickland Hollow on September 10th o A raffle will be added to the upcoming mixers as it went over well with attendees at the last event held at Good Cheap Food. If businesses would like to participate in the raffle, bring your promotional items and they will be included.
o The Bridge Run event was a success. Some suggestions for next year: ▪ signs to promote/encourage spectators
▪ scholarship topic should specify the business/organization needs to be in Delaware County
▪ an admin fee should be allocated for future events
o The board unanimously voted to add a third scholarship as part of the Bridge Run event. The first two are $1,000 to the student and to a
business/organization. The third is in the amount of $500 to the student and business/organization. A total of $5,000 will be awarded.
• Pellegrino Grant
o The winners of this year’s grant are Maple Shade Farm and The Hollow. Maple Shade Farm is looking to improve signage and website upgrades. The Hollow is looking to make improvements to the exterior of their business by painting, adding outdoor seating, and improved signage
o The winners of the grant were selected by a third-party committee that was spearheaded by Barbara Sturdevant, a Village trustee.
o Each business will be awarded $2,500
• Harvest Festival – September 21st
o Registrations continue to come in for vendors
• Membership Updates
o New updates to the website include information on how to post a business event, Board meeting minutes are now located on the home page for easy access, past Star Award recipients, and the Pellegrino grant winners announced.
o The Board discussed adding/improving information on the Chamber’s website regarding transparency and the organization’s mission statement. • Advocacy Updates
o Matt K will work on getting better signage for the Village Parking located at Hoyt Park
• Everything else!
o The Board discussed a member concern regarding “Delhi” logoed apparel. The Board unanimously voted to drop the “.” to avoid any conflict.
o The Kiosk located on Main Street and the Chamber’s float will be getting an upgrade giving them a cohesive look with other advertising efforts.
Meeting adjourned at 11am. Next month’s board meeting will be on Tuesday, July 9th at 10am and membership meeting at 11am
Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting Minutes 5/14/2024
May 2024 Board Meeting Greater Delhi Area Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 - 10:00am
Meeting called to order at 10:05am
Lisa Wisely, President, presiding
Board members present: Matt Krzyston, Valerie Nichols, Jerry Pellegrino, James Arrufat, David Rama Sr., Christina Viafore
Financial position
Community Bank Checking Balance as of 5/14/2024 $28,736.39
Monies received from Bridge Run to date $5,391 (sponsorship & runners)
Monies paid to Bridge Run to date for expenses $401.40
Next Mixer
Discussed hosting the next mixer at Workstation/Bizzy Bee’s on June 20th
Discussed hosting the summer mixer at the College Golf Course at Delhi
Discussed hosting the fall mixer at Strickland Hollow
Farmers' Market Updates
The market is back on the square and attendance has been good despite the raining spring weather
Signage will be used directing traffic to the square
9-10 tents need new canopies – the board voted unanimously to purchase the new canopies. Once these are repaired, there will be a total of 27 tents available for events
Pellegrino Grant
Discussion on items that need to be clarified before next year
Applicant must be an active member
Applicant is required to be the owner/proprietor of the business
Winners of this years’ grant are still being determined
Bridge Run Updates
Approximately 150 registrations
Promoting the event is the primary focus at this time
The Town of Hamden is starting to plan their 200-year celebration and they are interested in hosting a similar event. Discussion on the potential of a run in Hamden, Downsville, and Delhi.
Harvest Festival – September 21st
Registrations are starting to come in for vendors
Christina voiced concerns with clarifying payment with registration. This will be looked into further in an attempt to streamline the process
Membership Updates
The new platform is active. This allows the chamber to track membership and dues
Received a list from the Delaware County Chamber of those businesses with a dual membership
Advocacy Updates
Matt K spoke of a request for landscaping around the new county buildings
Seeking input on how the concessions building located next to the pool should be structured/utilized
Everything else!
Lisa met with Julian regarding signage
New businesses
Pizzo’s Pasta & Gourmet Foods has relocated from Andes to 191 Main Street in Delhi
Baker’s Grimm is now open and is located at 116 Main Steet in Delhi
Memorial Day event to be held in the square
Fair on the Square vendor form is now available and the schedule is being drafted. The Chamber is interested in sponsoring the R/C cars again. FOS is not a chamber event but will promote all the activities and encourages local businesses to participate
Meeting adjourned at 11am. Next month’s board meeting will be on Tuesday, June 11th at 10am and membership meeting at 11am.
Chamber Summer Mixer Happy Hour
Save the date for our next Summer Mixer Happy Hour on Thursday, June 20th! From 5 pm to 7 pm, join us at Bizzy Bee’s Learning Academy and Delhi Work Station for food, drinks, and mingling with fellow local business owners.
PARKING: There is a spacious town parking lot located at Hoyt Park. Please park here for this event and know it is a great option any time you are parking in town.
Chamber Member Spotlight: Cannon Free Library
The Cannon Free Library has been a staple in Delhi, NY, for nearly a century. This wonderful resource lends books, DVDs, audiobooks, and other materials at its historic location on Elm Street in Delhi. They offer regular programming that will help keep you and your young ones entertained throughout the summer. Enjoy weekly story time, a knitters meet-up, summer reading challenges, and more. Visit the library’s website for details on upcoming events and enjoy time reading this summer.
Farmers' Market Feature: Balcom Court
For delicious and unique jams and preserves visit Balcom Court at the Delhi Farmers’ Market. They sell a lovely homemade ketchup and scrumptious lemon preserve. New this spring is a carrot, rose, and cardamom jam. Try these specialties for yourself by visiting the Delhi Farmers’ Market on Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm in the beautiful Courthouse Square on Main Street.
Upcoming Chamber Meeting: Tuesday, June 11th 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, June 11th 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: The Cardio Club
The Cardio Club & Delhi Dance Studio is a full service gym and dance studio on Elm Street in Delhi, NY. They offer an array of classes, have personal trainers, a chiropractor, an infrared sauna, and a kids zone for children to play while parents exercise. Each year the dance studio puts on a full length production to celebrate all that the young dancers have learned throughout the season. The annual recital is this weekend on Saturday, June 8th, at 6pm! Tickets are available ahead of time at The Cardio Club or at the door the day of the performance.
Learn more about The Cardio Club & Delhi Dance Studio on their website, Facebook, and Instagram.
Farmers’ Market Feature: Burn Ayr Farm
Burn Ayr Farm, located on Route 28 in Delhi, is run by two generations of the Sullivan family. They raise 100% grass-fed Highland Beef cattle that intensively graze in the pastures high on the hillsides above the farm. They also raise a small number of heritage hogs. This past week, we spoke with Kathy Sullivan at the farmers’ market when she shared that they are excited about the country-style ribs and their replenished stock of chorizo sausage! Stop by the market to try these extremely local and delicious products made with love and decades of dedication.
Learn more about Burn Ayr Farm on their website, Facebook and Instagram.
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.
