Over 200 people showed up for the grand opening party at Space Create. As founding member, Decora Sandiford said, “It was quite the party.” Space Create is a new collaborative work space on Broadway in Newburgh, and they only have one spot left! Contact them today if you’d like to become a member spacecreate0@gmail.com.
Newburgh’s latest coffee spot, 2 Alices is working hard behind the scenes of their newest location on Broadway. Still no word yet on opening date, but it’s looking fabulous already. They are hiring and they also made an announcement looking for artwork to grace their walls:
2 Alices Newburgh now taking submissions for our rotating Art Shows. We have a lot of wall space and are looking for single artist shows that could fill the entire space. We are not art critics but are looking for shows that will fit the fun atmosphere and bring the walls more to life than they already are. All show pieces must be family friendly and hang-ready.
For more information or to submit your portfolio, please email only: events@2alicescoffee.com
Keep up with them on Facebook.
A new business is open on Lower Broadway! Newburgh Mercantile offers the opportunity to enjoy a selection of merchandise that reflects the rich and varied creative community that is found in the Hudson Valley region.
The idea came about when Newburgh native Jacqui Jarmann noticed the ad for a storefront space at 75 Broadway, an old firehouse from the 1860’s. She immediately envisioned a boutique of art, home decor, and gift items; as well as the custom picture frames made by Eric Jarmann, her husband. They figured since there is so much talent in the Newburgh area, the shop could feature locally made items.
The Newburgh Mercantile will have their grand opening on Saturday November 1st, 2014 with special hours of 10 AM to 8 PM. Regular store hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 1 PM to 6 PM, other times by appointment. The phone number is 845-238-7640. The web site is www.newburghmercantile.com. They can also be found on Facebook and Instagram.
Here are some of their featured vendors:
Farm 2 Fashion
Beyond the Pickett Fence
Virginia Piazza
Billy Noonan
5 Hens Baked Goods
Eileen Thomas / Dove Cottage
F. G. Gallassi
Jenny’s Floral Design
Elizabeth Cappello
Erica Hauser
Randy Hornman / Stylo
Hudson Made
Kobo Candles
Can you believe it? Ten new businesses have moved to Broadway. Join this momentous occasion celebrating with everyone this Saturday, November 1st at 107 Broadway. New businesses include a new coffee lounge and a collaborative work space that houses many new businesses including an architect, seamstress, and non-profit organization. The new Ritz marquee is the cherry on top. Schedule of event is as follows:
6:00 p.m. Ribbon-Cutting Celebration begins
Safe Harbors Ann Street Gallery, Lobby at the Ritz Theater and new business, Space Create, open 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
7:30 p.m. Lobby at the Ritz Theater Box Office opens.
Tickets to Direct Divide (alternative, violin amplified rock) concert, $15.
8:00 p.m. Direct Divide concert begins
Light refreshments will be served.
This Saturday, Newburgh Last Saturdays are back. It’s a wonderful opportunity to support the businesses taking foot in the City of Newburgh. There will be many special events, and longer business hours just for you. Check out the Newburgh Last Saturdays Facebook fanpage to see the full list of all events.
In an effort to consolidate services, DMV Commissioner, Annie Rabbit has recommended closing the Newburgh DMV located on Broadway. The plan would be to merge the three remaining Orange County DMV offices to one in Middletown. If the plan is carried out, Newburgh residents will either have to go to Beacon or Middletown.
According to local attorney, Juliana Lobiondo, before the Goshen office was closed Newburgh did the second highest amount of transactions and now does over 90,000 transactions per year. She says that, “The people on this end of the county are going to fall into two categories: those who are not able to afford a 50-mile round trip car ride to Middletown and cannot give up half a day of work, and who will be completely disenfranchised. And those of us who can afford it but will choose to go to Beacon instead, or do everything possible online.” She goes on to propose to build a Mega DMV in Newburgh instead of Goshen since Newburgh could use the economic boost such an office would provide.
What are your thoughts about the possibility of the Newburgh DMV closing or a new Mega DMV in the city? For more on Mrs. Lobiondo’s thoughts, check out her blog post.
-Photo by Newburgh Restoration flickr pool user Alejandro Perez
