Wow! I am in awe…read more The city of Torrington does a great job with this event. I just went today with my kids and we are so happy we did. There was street parking as well as a free parking lot in the back. Today is Wednesday December 10; we got there around 1:40 and waited in about a 30-40 minute line. I'm sure it gets crazy in the evening and weekends. Once we walked in, we waited briefly inside. The door opened and there was Santa Claus. The place was decked out and magical. There was a fireplace and Santa even gave the kids toys, wow. Did I mention this was FREE? Then the next room is Mrs. Claus'. She handed us some candy canes. Outside, was also beautifully decorated. There were elves, a hot chocolate stand, Santa's workshop with real elves, nativity scene, Santa's sleigh, and even real reindeer! I had so much fun and I felt like a kid again. The village started in 1947 by the former parks and recreation director of Torrington, Carl Bozenski. It's been a tradition since then and attracts thousands of people each year. It's worth a visit. It's free but they accept donations. This is definitely going to be our new family tradition!

The experience when we got inside was lovely and free. Very cute and efficient. My kid loved it. We…read moreloved the reindeer outside and they had some cute picture spots like a big sleigh. What I will say is we waited in for over 3 hours to get in. The line was insane and slow moving. It was very cold. The Batchy Brew truck was there so we grabbed some coffee and they had a big fire pit but it was only up front and didn't throw much heat. If you're going for this experience be prepared to wait a very long time. If you are okay missing Santa and Mrs. Claus then the reindeer and the toy shop in the back is way quicker.

A quintessential country Christmas tree farm experience! From the moment you cross the small bridge…read moreover the Landsmankill stream and park next to the century-old red barn, the smell of wood smoke and the sight of friendly faces greet you. Staff and guests are often roasting chestnuts (on the open fire, of course) and the crew there is eager to help you select the perfect tree for your home. They have a great selection of cut-your-own Christmas trees in the back plot, and plenty of pre-cut trees right up front to choose from. Similar or better prices to everywhere else in the area, but in a class of its own for experience. Bring a camera, pour yourself a cup of hot cider, sit by the fire, chat with the staff and guests, and take in the whole experience. I'm a fan! Even if you already have your own artificial tree, stop by and hang out for some extra Christmas cheer. The barn stocked with antiques (not for sale) and decorated with fresh cut garland, fresh Christmas wreaths and kissing balls (the latter two ARE for sale), is worth the trip alone. Definitely on the list of "things to do when visiting Rhinebeck" this holiday season. Past years, they've had dog sleds to help pull your tree, live music and other fun events at the farm from Thanksgiving weekend through Christmas eve. While not as close as everything else in the village, Saltsmans Christmas tree farm is walkable from the shops and restaurants at the center of town. I grew up going here and we used to walk through the woods between our home and the tree farm to cut our own tree at Tremp's.

Gorgeous tree farm with the nicest people! There's hot cider, roast marshmallows, wreaths, and the…read moreloveliest trees to cut or pre-cut. Kids loved it (husband loved it even more) We will definitely be back next year!

Love this place! Been here like 6x already! Biggest fair in the area that is easy for us to get to…read morewithout a plane ride and a hotel for 3 nights lol! It's like a 3 hour ride for us, but so worth it! So many vendors, so much food, so many cows. Seriously like 200 lol! So many animals! 300 vendors if not more. 250+ food vendors! If you want a new belt buckle, a new cowboy hat, a new car, a tractor, combine, gutters, septic, life insurance, coffee, flagpole, shed, lawn ornaments, bed, and so many other items, this is the place! Huge selection of everything. Huge selection of shows. Huge selection of food. Get the bratwurst!!! Tons of other things to do as well. Seriously so many, way too many to list! Honestly if you have nothing to do when it's here, go, spend the day. Learn about animals, watch a show, eat some good food! Come one come all!

This review is for the ArtRider craft fair, that weekend…read more There is a better selection of better quality crafts on sale here. Many take credit cards. For some reason there were more than the usual glass, blowers, and glass crafting people. Some of the pieces are definitely museum quality. The sitdown restaurant is there, as well as several food trucks from which to choose. It's a "Rain or Shine" weekend event.

Beautiful grounds, gardens & hiking trails. They have light to moderate trail options. There are…read moreevents there & it is worth a visit. You can tour the gallery & mansion.

Another great historical estate in the Hudson River Valley region. This free park/ estate has many…read moreinteresting attractions including a villa you can tour, miles of walking paths, gardens and an event venue. When we arrived on a gloomy Saturday there was only one car in the parking lot. We were not sure it was even open but it was. The staff member was very friendly. I had no idea of the history of this place and its connection to the famous inventor Samuel Morse. I wish we lived closer so I could spend more time in this area exploring the history of places like Locust Grove.

Quick in and out. Lots of local specialties and a few from the Region as well. I picked up a dozen…read moreheirloom eggs., A few gourds, and was tempted by some of the other specialties like honey, and the last batch of tomatoes. But I had plenty of those at home. The service is very friendly as you would expect from a local family farm I love the location, which is right on the main drag so popping in for a few items is really simple. Prices are what you'd expect but the Gore's were particularly great value and exactly what I needed.

Went to the creamery. Will never come back…read more They brought me the wrong flavor. I ate a few bites, and politely approached the counter to say there's been a mistake. That happens, no biggie--right? The person at the counter was super-hostile, basically yelling that I'd ordered something else. I said I hadn't. She went into the back, and I thought she was going to get me the right one...then she came back and tried to charge me again. When I said I'd already paid, she pointed to the few bites of the wrong flavor I'd eaten, as if I was trying to pull one over. I was shocked at how hostile they were. So were the people with me. Honestly the low point of my Labor Day weekend. I recommend staying away.

Wow, this location is big compared to some other the others that I've been at. Parking lot is…read morepretty big and shared across all the stores...wasn't hard to find a good spot somewhat close to the store. They are pretty well stocked with almost anything and everything...ready for St. Paddy's Day and Easter too! Even though the name of the store is called Christmas Tree Shop, it has more than just stuff for Christmas! As you walk in, whichever holiday is upcoming, expect to find the place full of holiday items...So Easter it is, Easter chocolate, marshmallow peeps, easter eggs, wreaths, grass, baskets, table cloths, paper cups, plates and napkins, etc. Need some outdoor decorations? There are welcome gnomes and other statues for your garden, wind chimes, solar light decors, statues. Home goods and decorations all around. Every day items too - shampoo, conditioner, hair products. Soap, loofas, etc. Need a gift bag or box or wrap - they have it all here.

Not so much a review as a comment. The Danbury location seems to not have many items they used to…read morecarry and there are less aisles, spread more widely apart. Are they closing??

Online buyers beware: All sale items are "final sale," even though the listing doesn't mention…read morethis. So, no refund, no exchange, no store credit for anything that is on sale.

What a gem of a shop! We visited a few summers back and I never left a review so I'm doing so now!…read moreTheir curated shop is something right out of a magazine. It's one of those shops you visit once and follow on instagram forever after!!! We bought a few gifts and kitchen items that we still use to this day! We also bought the most gorgeous sweater and hat that still look brand new (two years later!) I've looked far and wide and still haven't found a shop that compares in quality of items and experience like clove and creek! It's not one to miss!