Farmers’ Market Feature: Barkaboom Native Plants

Barkaboom Native Plants is a native plant nursery and seed farm in Margaretville, NY. The nursery strives to increase accessibility and knowledge of native plants in the Catskills region. The nursery does its best to source seeds from native wildflowers, grasses, trees and shrubs from wild, abundant sources. Barkaboom Native Plants is making native plants accessible as a way to conserve local flora as well as care for animals that rely on native plants. Learn more about the nursery on its website, Facebook, and Instagram.

Map of Delhi Proposal

Jonah Shaw is working to create a detailed map of the parks and trails of Delhi. He's inviting support from both the community and local businesses to help bring this project to life. Learn more from his letter here:

May 19, 2025

Dear Delhi Business Owner,

Did you know that within a three-minute walk, visitors to Delhi can access over 15 parks or trails to relax, walk, or let kids and pets play? By encouraging visitors to linger in our village, we can boost local business. A clear, user-friendly map of nearby outdoor spaces is a simple way to keep visitors engaged and in town longer.

I’m proposing a 9” x 12” full-color map, folded to a 4” x 9” brochure, highlighting all parks and trails in the Village of Delhi, plus hiking trails within a 10-minute drive. The map will include a key noting features like parking, accessibility, restrooms, water features, trail difficulty, distance, benches, picnic tables, and winter availability. An accompanying website will provide detailed park and trail information, including business locators and direct links to sponsor websites.

The parks and trails identified so far include: Hoyt Park, The Ponds, Kingston Street Bridge Garden, Reservoir Park, Legion Park and Pool, Village Square, Woodland Cemetery, Elm Street Triangle, Franklin Street Triangle, Delaware Academy Trail, Federal Hill, SUNY Delhi Campus, Sheldon Park, Sherwoods Trail, Sherwoods Swimming Hole, Bramley Mountain Fire Tower, West Branch Nature Preserve, SUNY Delhi Outdoor Education Center, Spring Lake, Hamden Waterfall, Bloomville Rail Trail, and Bovina Creamery Trail. Marked fishing spots may also be included. If you know of other locations to add or features to highlight, please let me know!

To make this project a reality before summer, I’m seeking financial support. The total cost for 5,000 brochures—including printing, graphic design for the map and website, and web hosting—is approximately $3,000. Sponsorship levels are: $100 (Supporter), $250 (Sustaining Supporter) or $3,000 (we’ll name the map after you!). Your business will be listed on a sponsor panel. Sponsors will also be featured on the website with a direct link to your site. If we exceed our funding goal, surplus funds will support additional brochures or future printings. Of course you’ll get copies of the map to distribute.

Will you join us as a sponsor of the Village of Delhi Outdoor Map? Please make checks payable to Taste of the Catskills and mail to Good Cheap Food, 53 Main Street, Delhi, NY 13753. For questions or to confirm your sponsorship, contact me at jonah@tasteofthecatskills.com.

Thank you for supporting our community and local businesses!

Sincerely,
Jonah Shaw
Owner, Good Cheap Food

Summer Mixer Happy Hour - June 24th!

Save the date for our next Summer Mixer Happy Hour on Tuesday, June 24th! From 5 pm to 7 pm, join us at This & That at 110 Main Street for food, drinks, and mingling with fellow local business owners. The guest of honor will be Faiga Brussel, receiving a Star Award in recognition of her decades of entrepreneurial leadership and commitment to the Delhi community. Come out and celebrate our amazing business community this Tuesday!

Chamber Member Spotlight: Van Meter Family Farms

Van Meter Family Farms is a 21-acre blueberry farm and apple orchard on Lee Hollow in Delhi, NY. For the 2025 season the farm is offering a simple, joyful U-Pick experience where you can walk the rows, pick your own fresh blueberries and apples, and enjoy the views and nature that makes their farm so special. In the future, the Van Meter Family Farm will create a boutique Airbnb retreat, but in the meantime is focused on the land, fruit, and the people who come to enjoy both. Learn more about the farm on their website and Facebook.

Farmers’ Market Feature: Tenfold Farm & Farmstay

Tenfold Farm and Farmstay is a family-owned farm in Delhi, NY. The family had their hopes set on starting a farm within a three-hour drive of New York City, and when they arrived in Delaware County, they found their dream farm. Tenfold Farm raises pastured pigs, lambs, and chickens, giving them a great life in the rolling hills, free of fertilizers and chemical pesticides. Purchase their pasture-raised meats or spend a night at the farmstay! Learn more about the farm each week at the Delhi Farmers’ Market and visit their website or Instagram for more.

Where to Eat after the Delhi Bridge Run

After working up an appetite running the beautiful 5K through Delhi, NY, make sure you refuel at one of our fantastic chamber member businesses within walking distance or just a short drive. Whether you’d like a light breakfast, a hearty lunch, or a fantastic dinner with a gorgeous view, there is something in the area for you!

Photo courtesy of Hollow Cafe

Photo courtesy of Eighty Main

Tay Tea for tea & empanadas!
84 Main Street, Delhi, NY

Hollow for breakfast, lunch & dinner!
84 Main Street, Delhi, NY

Good Cheap Food for lunch & groceries!
53 Main Street, Delhi, NY
Promos from Good Cheap Food for Bridge Run participants:
–FREE Coffee with any purchase.
–FREE Canvas Tote Bag with any $20 purchase

Strickland Hollow Cafe for lunch!
70 Main Street, Delhi, NY

O’Neill’s Shire Pub for lunch & dinner!
123 Main Street, Delhi, NY

Francesca’s Pizzeria & Restaurant for lunch & dinner!
3 Main Street, Delhi, NY

Bluestone at Scotch Mountain for lunch & dinner!
85 Scotch Mountain Road, Delhi, NY

EightyMain for dinner!
80 Main Street, Delhi, NY

Stonewall at the Meredith Inn for dinner!
4206 Turnpike Road, Delhi, NY

Hamden Inn for dinner!
35769 NY-10 Hamden, NY

Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting Minutes 04/08/2024

Greater Delhi Chamber of Commerce Agenda
Meeting Notes—Tuesday, April 8, 2025

  • Pellegrino Grant

    • Applications Closed

    • Discussion on Membership Questions

      • The board members can see the full list of applications. Please do not share with anyone else beside the board and those who are judging.

      • Lisa will look to see if we can find a list of previous winners but I don’t think any of these applicants have won in the last three years. 

  • Request for Judges

    • Lisa will reach out to the beautification committee to ask if they can be the judging body for the grant.

  • Farmers’ Market

    • Conversation with Meg

      • Matt met with Meg and discussed what she likes to do as Market Manager and how another role could be introduced to support her.

      • New Committee: Matt K, Jerry and Abby will meet and present the board with a job description, hourly rate suggestion and anything else they would like to propose for this role. 

      • This role would have to oversee the tent set up/strike each week. 

      • Meg would keep her free vendor space. 

      • This committee should also examine the farmers’ market vendor fees and see if there is a way to be more consistent with our revenue, provide accurate incentives for paying in advance and review how to make non-farm/non-local product vendors provide more revenue. Jerry mentioned the Baltimore Farmers Market system of charging different vendor fees for local vs. non-local example. The committee handling the job description will create options for new revenue models. 

      • This is very time sensitive because the market moves outdoors soon. 

      • It may be that this is not something that makes sense economically once we have all the factors. Will discuss as a board asap. 

      • Dave said to make sure our market staff are ‘independent contractors’ (not employees)  

      • Lisa to provide the committee with an annual revenue and expense breakdown. 

      • Jerry proposed idea of Summer intern to help with market in Summer

      • Jerry also mentioned if we can commit to enough hours, it could qualify for a scholarship (3 different sources, Doug and Jerry know). 

  • Tent Set Up 

    • We need to find a solution for the tent set up, whether this role comes online or not. 

    • Lisa will reach out to Griffin at Bloomville Tent to see if they might be interested in quoting us on putting up and taking down the tents every week. 

    • Lisa and Dave R. to try to meet/discuss with tent company. 

      • Update: Tent company can’t help. Matt K. is checking on another option and will report back. 

  • Benefit Program for Market 

    • Meg did not have any more information. 

    • Matt K. was going to go talk to Cornell Cooperative Extension. 

    • This may be a bit more administratively taxing than we had discussed, which is a great reason to consider this coordinator’s role.

  • Kiosk Update

    • Jim had discussed perhaps making the design a bit simpler. 

    • If going with the gazebo concept, suggesting bringing the Evening Standard print into the design

    • Matt M. said he spoke to Josh Morgan and there would be no problem. 

    • We should share a final design with DTC, Code Enforcement and the village so we have no issues down the road.

  • 2025 Events-Spring/Summer

    • St. Patrick’s Day Parade-Anything to adjust for future? 

      • Everyone said the event was great this year. Matt K. mentioned that people assume we run the event which is in part due to the wording on the ads. If anyone asks, point them Glenn Nealis at Delaware County Economic Development who does in fact oversee the event. 

  • Bridge Run

    • First Saturday in June. 

    • We are not the sponsors or hosts; we are the administrative group supporting the Run. 

    • Lisa Henderson is on the event and things are going well. 

    • We have been marketing the event, recruiting sponsors, vendors, and runners. 

  • Rock and Roll Racing for Fair in the Square

    • We have paid for this to be at the Delhi Fair on the Square for the last three years. 

    • The cost is $2,300 per year. 

    • While we did not vote on this, the take away was that we would do it again for 2025. 

    • A new committee formed with Doug and Matt M. to put together how to get more exposure as the Chamber including getting businesses to sponsor cars, better signs, and a car designated for just The Chamber. 

    • This committee will get more information from Chrstina who is in touch with the racetrack company and find out what is possible. The committee will come back to the board with a plan.

    • This committee also reviews how the chamber may get more involved in the soap box derby if possible and the board approves.

  • Ribbon Cutting

    • Hair of the Catskills has asked for a ribbon cutting

      • Lisa will check in with them to see when they want this. 

      • We need at least three board members to attend when the date is chosen. 

      • We will take photos and send them to local papers.

  • Next Mixer

    • We should have another mixer between now and Fall. 

    • Fall mixer to be at Strickland Hollow Farm Tuesday 9/16. 

    • Mixer committee to come back with suggestions on the mixer between now and fall.

  • Advocacy Updates 

    • None

  • New Business 

    • Member Lost Bookshop let us know they will be doing Where’s Waldo again in Delhi. This will be a July event. 

    • Lost Bookshop will also have an antique pop-up shop this summer on the second floor of their building. 

    • This and That is partnering with the Delaware County Historical Association for a large event at This and That on Saturday, August 16th. More details to follow but should be a big draw for lovers of antiques and history with proceeds going to the DCHA building. 

    • West Kortright Centre is hosting their 50th season with lots of events that we will promote. They offered tickets to the 4/19 show featuring Sesa and the Chamber will do a ticket giveaway next week on their behalf. 

    • Jerry asked about getting people to help clean up litter in the areas in and around (and outside of the village). He will tap into the resources of the college’s planned clean up day. 

    • Dave asked if we could consider helping with the sound system in town when there is an event, specifically the Memorial Day event. Matt M said he would investigate options for this event. 

    • Barb Jones has sent in suggestions for a Star Award. We are still working through the ones we’ve already approved and purchased plaques for but Lisa will bring a list for the next nomination process. 

    • Ribbon cutting for Fire Tower organized by the State on 5/2. A Chamber member should attend. 

Chamber Member Spotlight: Stone & Sawyer

Stone & Sawyer makes handcrafted stoneware ceramic table lamps at their workshop and store in Delhi, NY. They are passionate about quality and design and strive for perfection and longevity in each lamp they make. Their collection has an almost infinite range of customization possibilities, and they continue to add new designs. The storefront, at the intersection of Kingston Street and Main Street, is open with lamps readily available for purchase. Learn more about them by stopping into the store or visiting their website and Instagram.

Farmers’ Market Feature: Uncommon Kin Cidery

Uncommon Kin Cidery is an employee owned cidery in New Berlin, NY. After years of planning, planting, pruning, and licensing, the cidery opened in 2022. They make a variety of styles of cider in a collaborative work environment with the passion of fermentation at the heart of the business. Learn more about this new Delhi Farmers’ Market vendor by visiting its website, Facebook and Instagram.

Pellegrino Grant Winners 2025

Our goal at the Greater Delhi Area Chamber of Commerce is to make Delhi, NY, a great place to live, work, and play by helping area businesses flourish. One way we support local businesses is by offering two grants aimed at enhancing the appearance and overall beautification of their businesses. The two recipients of this year's Pellegrino Grant are The Lost Bookshop and Ninth of June!

The Lost Bookshop will restore its original exterior door, repair the stairs, add lighting, and incorporate historically appropriate hardware and architectural details to the building’s exterior. These updates will make the second floor accessible to the public for use as a space for pop-up shops and educational events.

Ninth of June will add awnings to their storefront to enhance the facade and visually distinguish the shop from neighboring buildings along Court Street. The awnings will not only add aesthetic appeal but also create a more inviting and recognizable storefront for passersby.

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Delhi Farmers' Market Moves Outside!

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The time has come for the Delhi Farmers’ Market to get a little Vitamin D! The market moves outside this Wednesday, May 7th, for what will be another fantastic season for the outdoor Delhi Farmers’ Market. Over 40 regular vendors fill Courthouse Square each week to sell local meat and produce, art and jewelry, herbal remedies and baked goods, and everything in between. The event brings the town to life and creates a feeling of connection, joy, and bounty that can be felt by all who attend. Make plans to meet your friends for lunch at the market and shop for all your weekly grocery needs.

Chamber Member Spotlight: Camp Singers

Camp Singers is a bed and breakfast in Delancey, NY that offers getaways and hosts classes, events, and recreational activities. Some activities available on site are hiking, swimming, archery, mountaintop star gazing, and campfire cooking. Amenities on site create a welcoming and luxuriously rustic experience and include kayaks, a cedar hot tub, a sauna tent, fire pits, and secluded cabins. Learn more about this recently renovated summer camp style stay on the website and Instagram.

Chamber Member Spotlight: Cornerstone Services

Cornerstone Services, Inc. (CRST) provides web, design, printing & mailing services to businesses and non-profits. CRST was initially founded in New York State in July 1998 to serve the needs of small-to-medium sized non-profit organizations and businesses in Upstate New York, and has grown to encompass mailing requirements for Fortune 5000 as well as serving international clients who need a US-based fulfillment partner. Learn more about Cornerstone Services on their website, Instagram, and Facebook.

Farmers’ Market Feature: Laura’s Chocolates

Laura’s Chocolates creates homemade chocolates with premium quality, real chocolate made in a state inspected and licensed workshop in Franklin, NY. Laura’s Chocolates offers boxed assortments and novelty molded chocolates for holidays and special occasions. The “Traveling Chocolate Shop” makes stops at local markets around various holidays, including a stop at the Delhi Farmers’ Market. Learn more about Laura’s Chocolates on Facebook and their website.

Chamber Member Spotlight: Delaware National Bank

The Delaware National Bank of Delhi is a community minded bank with high customer services standards operating in multiple locations in Delaware County. It is the oldest bank in the county and is the oldest corporation in the community of Delhi. Additionally, it is the 25th oldest bank in the country and the third oldest in New York State. They offer a variety of services to the community including online banking, drive-up lanes at multiple branches, and a variety of banking accounts. Now is a great time to join their team! The bank is currently hiring.

Learn more about this amazing opportunity on their website, Facebook, and Instagram.

Farmers' Market Feature: Green Sun Orchard

Green Sun Orchard is a family-owned orchard in Trout Creek, NY. With their heirloom apples they make skillfully fermented ciders, cider donuts and other apple products. This spring they are excited to announce the release of new wines and ciders for the season. The first to be released this spring is Culper Ring. This 2023 ferment is made exclusively out of their very own Northern Spy apples. 

Visit Green Sun Orchard at the Delhi Farmers’ Market to try their fantastic products. Learn more about them on their website and Facebook.

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