Links and Resources

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Links are posted as they are found. Please feel free to contribute by using the comments below to send suggestions!

Official Town of Pine Plains website

 

About Pine Plains

Websites by local government, information about Pine Plains municipal affairs.

  • Cancellations.com
    Where to look for cancellations when there is bad weather and you still have Internet.
  • Harlem Valley Partnership
    “With funding assistance from Dutchess County, local municipalities, private sector donations, and grant writing, this partnership of public officials and private business people from the Harlem Valley is committed to promoting cooperation among its memb
  • Hudsonia
    “…environmental research, education, training and technical assistance to protect the natural heritage of the Hudson Valley and neighboring regions. A non-advocacy organization, Hudsonia serves as a neutral voice in the challenging process of land use d
  • Little Nine Partners Historical Society
    Little Nine Partners Historical Society is, for all practical purposes, the historical society of Pine Plains.
  • Northern Dutchess Alliance
    “A broad-based and inclusive institutional structure for regional cooperation and economic development throughout Northern Dutchess County.
  • Our Town, Our Voices 1905-2003
    An oral history of Pine Plains, written by Rosemary Lyons.
  • Pine Plains and Dutchess County History
    A history of Pine Plains written in 1877 excerpted from a book.
  • Pine Plains Central School District
    Informative website of the public school system.
  • Pine Plains Free Library
    The website of the town library.
  • Pine Plains United
    “Pine Plains United is committed to helping the Town of Pine Plains preserve its rural character as it grows and to protecting it from the adverse effects of unregulated commercial and residential development.”
  • Railroads of Pine Plains
    About the Central New England Railway with loads of photographs and data about the railroad history of Pine Plains. Lots of fun. Great shots of Pine Plains in the old days.
  • Robin Hood Radio
    Local NPR station (the smallest in the nation) bills itself as “slightly off… but very good” and has a local feel to it. I listen to it a lot!
  • Scenic Hudson
    “Scenic Hudson works with citizens like you to protect the natural beauty of our valley and the unique character of our towns.” They encourage enlightened development and recognize enlightened developers.
  • Stissing Sprint Triathalon
    Swim, cycle, and run through Pine Plains and its surrounding countryside! A USAT sanctioned triathalon is becoming an annual event put on by the community.
  • Teesink Crossroads 21
    “Our members share a common belief that our town is rich in history and beauty, and draws its strength as a community from the broad range of families that live here. We believe that growth and a self-sustaining economy can coexist.
  • The Heart of Pine Plains Community Center (The HoPP)
    Right above the Library, The HoPP hosts recreational and civic activities. As I learn more about it myself, I will add to this description.
  • The Town of Pine Plains, NY
    The official site of The Town of Pine Plains

Civic Organizations

Local Business Websites

Any local business that has a website gets a free listing -- as long as I know about it. Maybe this will generate more interest in the Internet!

  • Agriturismo
    Rather han relax on the weekends, Mark Strausman comes up from his restaurant business in the city to transform Hudson Valley produce into gourmet Italian fare. His folly, perhaps, but his love of cooking is our benefit.
  • Catering to Your Taste, LLC
    The website of chef and caterer Michael Chesloff, who is in the Roll Your Own — Chinese Dumplings story on this site. He provides a wide range American and international foods.
  • Country Property Agents Real Estate Services
    Homes and Land for sale in the Northeast Hills of Dutchess County and Southeast Hills of Columbia County New York. One of the rare real estate websites that actually links to local resources!
  • Crossley-Redmond Realty
    Full service, independent, local realtor.
  • Hammertown, Love Where You Live
    Hammertown stores in Pine Plains, Rhinebeck, Great Barrington, and Millerton.
  • Harney and Sons Fine Tea
    “I stay committed to offering the finest teas. My love of tea has spread to my family and our customers worldwide. I know that we have a tradition of tea that will endure.”
  • Hunt Equine Country Supply
    Besides the fact that this is where we buy grain and sundries for our own horses (disclosure!) this is the kind of place where, if they don’t have it, will order it — no arguments — although chances are they do have it! Friendly and knowledgeable.
  • Migliorelli Farm
    The Migliorlli family farmed in the Bronx and came up to northern Dutchess County in the 1960′s. Still family-run, it is active in farmers’ markets in the City and in the Hudson Valley. They even have a twitter presence.
  • Paula Redmond Real Estate
    “Our featured properties represent a large variety of homes and land throughout Dutchess & Columbia counties.”
  • Pine Plains Platter
    Just opened the restaurant, website will follow soon. At any rate, this is the place you’ll find it. Oh, and the restaurant, right on Church St., next to Peck’s.
  • Pine Plains Tractor & Equipment
    “Sell New Holland tractors and farm equipment, skid steer loaders, loader backhoes and Hyundai Construction equipment. Additionally, we offer a wide range of implements, attachments and accessories”
  • Robert George Design Group — Landscaping
    “We are a small family owned business working primarily in the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountain regions.” A variety of services from conception to completion.
  • Robin Hood Radio
    Local NPR station (the smallest in the nation) bills itself as “slightly off… but very good” and has a local feel to it. I listen to it a lot!
  • Ronnybrook Farm Dairy
    “We are a dairy company that runs both a dairy farm and a creamery. Our cows are fed natural grass in summer and corn and hay silage in winter.”
  • Rusty Tractor Farm Market
    “An online farmers’ market featuring products grown and produced in our corner of the Hudson Valley. Each week you can fill your basket with products from small local farms and artisanal food makers.
  • Shandell's –"Things that make you smile" ~ handmade by Susan Schneider
    Pine Plains welcomes a new business, a working lampshade and vintage lighting studio with an active online store.
  • Steed Real Estate
    Ron and Marti Steed are long-established real estate brokers in the Pine Plains area.
  • Stissing Design
    Seventh generation of local blacksmithing of architectural and design objects.
  • The Amazing Real Live Food Co.
    “…committed to producing restorative food and drink in our home… the Hudson Valley. Our goal is to make vital products that honor our body as a living organism and promote its good health.”
  • Wheels of Time Autobody
    A place to get your car banged out after it’s been bunged in by a deer or to restore memories and fantasies of a car that can now be part of your life.
  • Wild Hive Farm
    A restaurant and retail outlet for local farm goods and the bakery in nearby Clinton Corners. Disclosure: I love their multi-grain bread, a meal in itself!

Local Farms and Agriculture

  • Agriturismo
    Rather han relax on the weekends, Mark Strausman comes up from his restaurant business in the city to transform Hudson Valley produce into gourmet Italian fare. His folly, perhaps, but his love of cooking is our benefit.
  • Herondale Farm
    “Our livestock and pastures are all certified organic — 100% free from hormones, antibiotics and steroids.”
  • Hunt Equine Country Supply
    Besides the fact that this is where we buy grain and sundries for our own horses (disclosure!) this is the kind of place where, if they don’t have it, will order it — no arguments — although chances are they do have it! Friendly and knowledgeable.
  • Millerton Farmers Market
    Every Saturday morning in the warm season, a market for food grown and produced in the area. A friendly opportunity to meet local farmers and fellow consumers.
  • Moon in the Pond Farm
    Best way I can describe this is as a nutritious and delicious educational experience. If you can’t visit the farm, at least check out this website. It’s food for thought.
  • Ronnybrook Farm Dairy
    “We are a dairy company that runs both a dairy farm and a creamery. Our cows are fed natural grass in summer and corn and hay silage in winter.”
  • Sol Flower Farm
    “Sol Flower Farm is a diversified market garden and CSA growing high quality vegetables and cut flowers.”
  • Thompson-Finch Farm
    “We started out by growing a wide variety of vegetables and selling to local restaraunts and stores. With our first small field of strawberries, we saw that people yearned to pick their own food and to be connected to the earth and what they eat.”

Local History

Sustainable Economic Development and Agriculture

Examples of growth that will sustain the values and environment of this rural community. Not all the links are local but they are all relevant to our community.

  • Berkshire Grown
  • Dancing Lamb Farm & Sheep Dairy
    On the edge of the Catskills, this small farm raises Icelandic sheep for wool, cheese, and meat.
  • Farmer in Chief
    lFrom the NY Times: A thought-provoking and stimulating article about sustainable agriculture.
  • Green Courage
    Offering a broader product base for eco-conscious choices. Along with products that are balanced in their safety, ethical manufacturing, and sustainability. In New Paltz, NY.
  • Green Living
    A clearing house of practical ideas and tips by the National Resources Defense Council.
  • Green Maven — The Green Search Engine
    A comprehensive and engaging portal to websites about all aspects of sustainable energy. Even its host service is wind powered!
  • groSolar
    Located in Vermont with sales in upstate New York. It may trigger business ideas for some…. that’s why it’s included.
  • Hallowell Heating and Cooling
    Innovative heating and cooling equipment.
  • Harvest Spirits
    “We are farmers, combining a long tradition of growing apples with a rum and whiskey making heritage of the pre-prohibition era.” H’mmm, vodka from apples…
  • Hawthorne Valley Farm
    Hawthorne Valley Farm has been producing high-quality, nutritious food for more than 35 years. Located in nearby Ghent, NY.
  • Hudson Valley Foodworks
    By using Hudson Valley FOODWORKS’ efficient, higher-volume production environment, you can afford to invest in promotion and distribution. You can concentrate on growth and quality rather than equipment and infrastructure – and even have fun in the proces
  • Hudson Valley Fresh
    “…a dairy cooperative dedicated to preserving the agricultural heritage of the Hudson River Valley and promoting it as one of the premier food regions of the United States. We have made it our mission to secure living wages for our farmers.
  • Jobs in Solar Power
    NY Times: “According to the Solar Energy Industries Association, based in Washington, there was a 45 percent increase in installed solar energy systems in 2007 over 2006.” Job possibilities.
  • Local 111 Restaurant
    “At the heart of our restaurant is the desire to use the wonderful bounty of these local farms in a setting that evokes the warmth and sense of community of a small town general store.” And the food is excellent, too!
  • Millerton Farmers Market
    Every Saturday morning in the warm season, a market for food grown and produced in the area. A friendly opportunity to meet local farmers and fellow consumers.
  • Northeast Organic Wheat
    Restoring rare, heritage wheats, conducting conferences and seed exchanges, and hosting field days at demonstration farms. Site has many resources.
  • Organic Farms as Subdivision Amenities
    “Increasingly, subdivisions, usually master-planned developments at which buyers buy home sites or raw land, have been treating farms as an amenity.”
  • Sap Bush Hollow Farm
    These are really, really, bright, well-educated practitioners of sustainable agriculture. It’s not in Pine Plains, although I wish it were! Check out their informative site.
  • Serenbe, Georgia
    NY Times article. Great story, great place. Read it and then ask yourself “Could it happen in my community?”
  • Socio-Economic Impact Analysis
    If there is anything more helpful than this for planning rural economic development, I have not found it! Everyone should check this out. Examines how a proposed development will change the lives of current and future residents of a community.
  • Stissing Sprint Triathalon
    Swim, cycle, and run through Pine Plains and its surrounding countryside! A USAT sanctioned triathalon is becoming an annual event put on by the community.
  • Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture
    “… a farm, a kitchen, a classroom–an exhibit, a laboratory, a campus. The mission of this unique, nonprofit, member-driven collaboration is to celebrate, teach and advance community-based food production and enjoyment, from farm to classroom to table.
  • The Andes Chronicles
    “What remains unclear is why Andes has flourished while some neighboring towns are shabby, listless and bitterly divided between an old guard and resented newcomers.” Similar in size to Pine Plains, with less reason to thrive, but does.
  • The Farm at Miller's Crossing
    “We grow certified organic vegetables, plants and flowers as well as raising a small beef herd.” Frankly, I like their website. It hs a lot of good ideas and is worth visiting. Probably like the farm itself.
  • The Small Dairy Farm
    A resource of ideas and connections for small dairy farms making artisanal and farmstead dairy products.
  • Uniting Around Food to Save an Ailing Town
    From the NY Times: “Facing a Main Street dotted with vacant stores, residents of this hardscrabble community of 3,000 are reaching into its past to secure its future, betting on farming to make Hardwick the town that was saved by food.”
  • Whole Foods Market
    This is not a link to the markets, but to the website. As much as I would love to shop there, the nearest store is at least 50 miles away. But thanks to the information super highway, the articles and information about sustainable agriculture on the web
  • Wild Hive Farm
    A restaurant and retail outlet for local farm goods and the bakery in nearby Clinton Corners. Disclosure: I love their multi-grain bread, a meal in itself!
  • Wisdom Way Solar Village
    “A development in Western Massachusetts features solar powered, tightly sealed and super-insulated homes, which are nearly off the grid and affordable.” Video.

Links are posted as they are found.  Please help me find more and use the comments below to send suggestions!

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Christina Staubi February 24, 2011 at 11:09 am

I was hoping you could give me information about how to add a listing to your website… We are based out of Red Hook.

Thanks in advance for any help that you can offer…

- Chris

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stan February 26, 2011 at 4:15 pm

Chris,

I just put up a link for you in the local business section. I trust you will reciprocate!

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Marti Steed January 24, 2012 at 3:25 pm

We live in Pine Plains and have been here for 36 years on Briarcliff Lane. This is great information for us as well as for our real estate clients. Thank you for your hard work. Marti Steed

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