Old Soul Botanicals is a two person team, Ann Marie and Zaybra Thurgood, who work with flowers and plants in Bovina Center, NY. Old Soul Botanicals specializes in flower essences and salt scrubs and they also sell wooden earrings and dried herbs each week at the Delhi Farmers’ Market. As part of Bovina Day on Saturday, July 20th, Old Soul Botanicals is hosting a Garden Walk & Flower Essence Workshop from 11am-1pm. Explore the gardens on the property and learn how to blend your own flower essence while sipping on Elderflower Soda and other herbal drinks. Learn more about Old Soul Botanicals on their website and Instagram and RSVP to the Garden Walk & Workshop here.
Chamber Member Spotlight: Sheri Fabian Studios
Photo courtesy of Sheri Fabian Studios
Sheri Fabian Studios is an architecture studio on Main Street in Delhi, NY. The studio is run by Sheri Fabian who is a registered architect in NYS with experience ranging from stick-build, pro-bono community work to multi-million dollar pitches for Las Vegas developers. Sheri Fabian has recently rediscovered a fascination for architecture of the home with an interest in architecture of contemporary humility, comfort, and meaning. Learn more about Sher Fabian Studios on their website.
Photo courtesy of Sheri Fabian Studios
Find Waldo in Delhi, NY!
The search is on! Waldo has landed in Delhi, NY, and is hiding in 25 local businesses. Hosted by The Lost Bookshop in partnership with American Booksellers Association and Candlewick Press, Waldo has ventured to 25 local businesses and needs to be found! To participate in this scavenger hunt, visit The Lost Bookshop to pick up a Find Waldo passport, visit as many shops as you can, and receive a stamp each time you find Waldo. The stamps on your passport help you redeem prizes and enter you in to win the big raffle at the end of the month. All participants are welcome to attend the celebration party at The Lost Bookshop on July 13st.
Learn more on The Lost Bookshop’s website, Instagram, and Facebook.
The Charm of Vintage Base Ball
The sun is shining and Vintage Base Ball Season is in full swing! The Greater Delhi Area has two teams, the Bovina Dairymen, and the Delhi Polecats. These two teams go head-to-head all season long playing against each other, the Fleischmann M.A.C., and other visiting teams. So what is vintage base ball?
Vintage base ball is an ode to the way base ball was played in the 1800s, when rules were changing yearly and only the catcher wore a mitt. The game is competitive and fun, focused on bringing the community together for an exciting afternoon!
We’ve included a portion of the schedule below. To see a list of all the games, visit the Delaware County Vintage Base Ball Association website here.
Feel free to pack a picnic, grab your friends, sip something refreshing and cheer on your favorite team. Mark your calendar and start planning your adventure to participate in this vibrant tradition!
Vintage Base Ball Schedule 2024
Games in the Greater Delhi Area
All games begin at noon unless otherwise noted.
Saturday, May 18th
Bovina Dairymen v. Delhi Polecats @ Creamery Field, Bovina, NY
Saturday, June 8th
Bovina Dairymen v. Delhi Polecats – 1pm @ the Meredith Dairy Festival
Saturday, July 13th
Edward B. Chace “Bass-Ball” Classic feat. Bovina Dairy Men, Delhi Polecats, Fleischmanns M.A.C. & Elizabeth Resolutes @ Crawford Field, Hamden, N.Y.
Saturday, August 3rd
Delhi Polecats v. Canton Cornshuckers – 11am @ Crawford Field, Hamden, N.Y.
Sunday, August 4th
Bovina Dairymen v. Canton (MI) Cornshuckers @ Creamery Field, Bovina, NY
Saturday, August 24th
Bovina Dairymen v. Base Ball Club of Saugerties @ Creamery Field, Bovina, NY
Saturday, September 14th
Bovina Dairymen v. Fleischmanns M.A.C. @ Creamery Field, Bovina, NY
Saturday & Sunday, October 5th & 6th
4th Annual Cowtown Scramble Vintage Base Ball Festival, Bovina, NY
Chamber Member Spotlight: The Stonehouse
The Stonehouse is a home and lifestyle boutique on Main Street in Delhi, NY. The store offers an ever-changing eclectic mix of handmade objects, colorful textiles, mid-century modern furniture pieces and homegoods from designers, makers, and artisans both local and worldwide. On Friday, July 26th The Stonehouse will be open late as part of Del-Hi! Summer Fridays. The Stonehouse and other shops will be open with boozy drinks and tasty snacks while selling their amazing products late into the eve! Learn more about The Stonehouse on their website and Instagram.
Farmers’ Market Feature: Elder Sisters Apothecary
Elder Sisters Apothecary began out of deep sisterhood and came to life during the Winter Solstice of 2018. Elder Sisters Apothecary offers products to support physical and energetic well being as well as a resource for individuals to deepen their connection to the wisdom and magick of the earth. They are excited about the release of their new Nick’s & Pricks Gardeners Hand Salve which provides nourishment and relief to the well-worn hands of gardeners and anyone looking for a soothing solution. Elder Sisters offers a wide variety of other herbal products, such as the new Banishing Bugs Spray, as well as retreats, and other special offerings. Learn more about Elder Sisters Apothecary on their website, Instagram, and Facebook.
2024 Bridge Run Scholarship Winners
The Annual Delhi Bridge Run took place on June 1st, 2024 with a great turn out and beautiful weather. The annual event brings the county together to enjoy time with the community and to raise funds to support graduating seniors and a charity or organization of their choice. Usually two graduating seniors receive scholarships but due to an overwhelming amount of great scholarship essays, a third recipient received a partial scholarship this year.
Allene Vesterfelt wrote an essay about how helping a neighbor-in-need exposed the fantastic work of Delaware Opportunities, an organization that has many facets. One of the services that stuck out to Allene is that Delaware Opportunities delivers meals to homebound adults and offers congregate dining for seniors who are able to travel and would like to enjoy a nutritious meal in good company. Read Allene’s full essay here.
Kara Fitch wrote about Future Farmers of America and shared how the club not only teaches practical hands-on skills but supports the community with a variety of projects. Read more about Kara and Future Farmers of America in the scholarship winning essay here.
Cooper Cohen wrote about the International Cultures Club at Delaware Academy. The club began as a way for students to learn more about various cultures around the world that don’t often show up in educational material. The club intends to bring awareness about the diversity of culture around the world and in Delaware County. Read Cooper’s essay here.
As recipients of the Bridge Run Scholarship, each student and the organization or club of their choice received a cash stipend to further support their missions. Thanks to all of the participants in the Bridge Run, the volunteers, and sponsors for making this year another great success!
Chamber Member Spotlight: The Concrete Creative
Photo courtesy of The Concrete Creative
The Concrete Creative is a new retail store in Hamden, NY! The store showcases the artistic and functional pieces made by The Concrete Creative and also features the work of local artists and producers. Enjoy local coffee and tea Thursdays-Sunday to compliment your shopping extravaganza! Visit the shop soon to browse the beautiful products that are either made or found in the US. Learn more on their website, Instagram, and Facebook.
Photo courtesy of The Concrete Creative
Farmers’ Market Feature: Twin Ponds Farm
Twin Ponds Farm began with one alpaca in Bloomville, NY. Soon after the first alpaca, Jimmy, more alpacas came along followed by Scottish Highland cattle, chickens, ducks, turkeys, geese, and Guinea fowl. Twin Ponds Farm sheers their alpacas and uses the wool for wonderful products that are available at the Delhi Farmers’ Market. Items available at the market include alpaca dryer balls, catnip infused cat toys, gloves, yarn, and other products. Learn more about Twin Ponds Farm on their website, Facebook, and Instagram.
Fridays in July: Fair on the Square!
The Annual Delhi Fair on the Square kicked off on Friday, July 5th with a bang! Each week the square will be filled with interactive games, food, and various activities that will bring joy and excitement to your Friday night. There is fun for the whole family with live music, shopping, and a lot of activities.
Each week features different activities and attractions. Stay tuned for updates and make plans to spend your Friday nights in Delhi for the month of July!
Upcoming Chamber Meeting: Tuesday, July 9th 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, July 9th, 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 Mixer Recap
Thank you to all who attended the Summer Mixer Happy Hour! We had a lovely turn out and a fantastic time. A huge thank you to Bizzy Bees Learning Academy and Delhi Work Station for hosting the mixer and another huge thank you to Strickland Hollow who provided delicious drinks and sandwiches!
We used the mixer as an opportunity to award this quarter’s Star Award. Amanda Faulk-Ghidinelli received a Community Business Star for her exceptional business, Bizzy Bees Learning Academy. Bizzy Bees offers a warm, nurturing, and educational environment with influences of modern learning such as Montessori and Waldorf teaching styles in the newly renovated building on Kingston Street. They are proud to offer a space where children feel safe and empowered but most importantly feel included. Families in the greater Delhi area have been positively impacted by Bizzy Bees Learning Academy, and the great reviews of Bizzy Bees keep on coming. The Chamber was happy to recognize Amanda Faulk-Ghidinelli’s hard work with this quarter's Star Award. If you don’t already know about the amazing resource of Bizzy Bees Learning Academy, learn more here.
Thank you to everyone who attended! We look forward to seeing you all at the next mixer.
Chamber Member Spotlight: Livestock Foundation
Photo courtesy of Livestock Foundation
Livestock Foundation is a non-profit in Bovina, NY, that supports a series of interconnected initiatives with a focus on revitalizing properties for the public benefit and sponsoring community programs to promote the human, economic, and natural resources of the local rural community. They offer an agriculture scholarship, a community grant program, a mini-grant program, and sponsor the Bovina Farmers’ Market. Livestock Foundation just announced their plans for a community center located on Main Street in Bovina that will be available to the public in 2026. Learn more about all of the exciting things Livestock Foundation has to offer on their website, Facebook, and Instagram.
“The Union” courtesy of Livestock Foundation
Farmers' Market Feature: Tinkertown Provisions
Tinkertown Provisions is a hot sauce company with products that offer unique flavors and full taste. The company builds each hot sauce around the flavors of the Western Catskills while fostering relationships with local growers to create small-batch condiments with a few simple ingredients. Tinkertown Provisions is excited about the release of their new hot sauce called BLOOD. The extra-hot concoction is made of fire-toasted peppers, blood orange, garlic, and red clover. Visit the Delhi Farmers’ Market each Wednesday and try a taste of the full line of hot sauces at Tinkertown Provisions booth! Learn more about Tinkertown Provisions on their website and Instagram.
Chamber Member Spotlight: Hamden Inn & Lounge
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!
Photo courtesy of Google Images
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.