Quest: The Best Burger

My fellow Crew members, I need your help…

I’m embarking on a noble and daring quest to uncover the absolute best burger in the Catskills. This isn’t just a mission; it’s a calling - a destiny I’ve been preparing for my entire life.

But I can’t do it alone. I need your expertise. Where should I start? Who’s grilling the juiciest patties, toasting the most perfect buns, and topping it all off with unforgettable flavors? From roadside diners to gastropubs, or even a hidden gem you’ve sworn to keep secret until now - no burger is off limits.

The winner will be christened and receive the coveted Burger Trophy. Let us begin the Great Burger Quest of the Catskills! Stay tuned as I report back on my findings.

Chugability Report: Winter Negroni

It’s cold out there so here's something to warm your bones. A bit of a winter spin on the classic Negroni we all know and love.

What You'll Need: 1 oz each: London Dry Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth, fresh rosemary sprig, orange peel, 2 dashes orange bitters, and one big ice cube

The Move: Clap that rosemary between your palms to wake up the oils, stir everything (except that garnish) with ice for 30 seconds, pour over your big cube, hit it with an orange peel twist, and drop in the rosemary.

Pro tip: Let the rosemary hang out in your gin for 24 hours if you're feeling fancy. Trust the process.

Night Sky: Venus

Mark your calendars for January 9th - Venus is hitting peak visibility as our "Evening Star." Take a gander west after sunset and you can't miss her blazing bright in the sky until about 8:40 PM.

Trivia: Green Gold

Adopt Pets: Brandi & Adele

Meet our dog of the week, Brandi, a 7-year-old pittie with charm and a couch-potato-to-adventure ratio that we honestly respect. While she'd rather be your one and only (no other pets, please), this "Pretty Girl," as they call her at the shelter, lives for sniffing walks and quality cuddle time with humans of any age. Our cat of the week is Adele, a short hair dilute torti (I have no idea what that means) who carries herself with such elegance you'd think she was named after British royalty rather than a pop star. Though she starts off playing hard to get, she quickly transforms into a certified attention enthusiast once she's comfortable, making her a perfect companion for other cats and older children.

Moment in Time: Maps

Avalon Lounge, Catskill - Live tunes with Greg Davis, Saapato, and John Thayer from 8-10:30pm get a tix

Colony, Woodstock - Major Mayhem Karaoke in the Ballroom at 6:30pm sing your heart out

Keegan Ales, Kingston - Trivia Break Tuesdays with Andre at 6:30pm

Camp Kingston, Kingston - Queer open mic hosted by Colton deets

Saltbox, Kingston - First Annual New Year Sip And Swap from 6-10pm enjoy

The Common Good, Ellenville - Drop In and Draw from 5-6:30pm hang with some creatives

Andes Hotel, Andes - Karaoke with DJ Tito check it out

Colony, Woodstock - Crawdaddy in the Ballroom at 7pm details

Rosendale Theatre, Rosendale - Labyrinth at 2pm matinee

Tubby's, Kingston - Live music with Yeison Landero and DJ Busquelo from 7-11pm tix

Avalon Lounge, Catskill - Live music with Sensor Ghost and $500 from 8-10pm tix

Colony, Woodstock - Pahua in the Ballroom at 7pm check it out

Keegan Ales, Kingston - Open Mic Comedy Night at 8:30pm info

NightSwim, Kingston - Country Rock and Community Coat Drive at 7pm details

Ommegang Brewery, Oneonta - Trivia Thursdays at the Tap House from 6-8pm enjoy

Roxbury Arts Group, Roxbury - Virtual: Role Playing Game Night from 6:30-10pm go on an adventure

Tinker Street Tavern, Woodstock - Major Mayhem Karaoke At 8pm sing it

Tubby's, Kingston - Clifford's Birthday Party From 7-11pm details

West Kill Supply, Kingston - Trivia from 6:30-8:30pm cheers

The Asterisk, Kingston - Sewing Class from 6-9pm have fun

Bearsville Theatre, Woodstock - Hot To Go - The Chappell Roan Party at 8pm tix

Lost Book Shop, Delhi - JoDean Nicolette in conversation with Brenda J Fink from 6-7:30pm check it out

Roxbury Arts Group, Roxbury - Headwaters Hangouts: Deep Listening from 6-8pm info

The Local, Saugerties - Live music with John Street Jam at 7pm details

Tubby's, Kingston - The Wormdogs and Neon Moons playing from 7-11pm tix

RMV Cellars, West Park - Myles Mancuso live from 5-8pm sip sip

Laugh it Up Comedy Club, Poughkeepsie - Louis C.K. performing at 9:30pm tickets moving fast

The Callicoon Theater, Callicoon - Complete Unknown at 7:30pm grab a seat

Muddy River Taphouse, Oneonta - 3 Vinyl DJs from 6-10pm

Rock & Snow (Annex), New Paltz - Adirondack 46er backcountry ski documentary film screening and talk at 7pm free admission

Mountain Top Arboretum, Tannersville - Sound Meditation Experience at 1pm register

Wayward Lane Brewing, Schoharie - 3rd Annual Christmas Tree Blaze check it out

Hunter Mountain, Hunter - The 65th Birthday party at 4pm details

Levon Helm Studios, Woodstock - Performance by Dar Williams at 8pm get a ticket

Scribner's Lodge, Hunter - Apres Ski from 3-5pm have fun

Made X Hudson, Catskill - Knitting Circle from 2-5pm

Ommegang Brewery, Oneonta - Snap, Crackle, Hop 2025 from 1-5pm christmas tree burn

Tubby's, Kingston - Trio: Steve Shelley, Whitney Johnson, and Cory Plump at 7pm details

RMV Cellars, West Park - Performance by Dog Party from 5-8pm check it out

1053 Gallery, Fleischmanns - Artist Talk: The Red Thread at 3pm info

Oliver's, Mount Tremper - Xmas Tree Bonfire bring your own tree

West Kill Supply, Kingston - Fly Tying With Trout Unlimited From 1-3pm tight lines

Skatetime, Accord - Sunday Tot Time from 10-12pm get it

Colony, Woodstock - Live music with Jill Sobule and Johanna Stahley in the Ballroom at 7pm info

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