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A Unique Cortland County Holiday Shopping Guide

Nov 25, 2024

Regardless of which holiday you celebrate this season, finding the perfect gift for someone special can be challenging at best and downright frustrating at times. If you're looking to give something meaningful, one-of-a-kind, and unforgettable, all while supporting local artisans and creators, look no further. We've compiled a list of some of our favorite things made right here in Cortland County.…

Where to Find Your Christmas Tree in Cortland County

Nov 20, 2024

Looking for the perfect Christmas tree this holiday season? There are a variety of locations throughout Cortland County where you can find a tree for your home, whether at the farm or in a lot filled with freshly-cut trees. Before deciding the best location for you, check out these simple tree-hunting tips. Measure carefully before you pick a tree. Carefully measure where the tree will be going…

Crown City Mural Fest Returns to Cortland

Aug 27, 2024

Crown City Mural Fest is returning for its third year, corralling artists to make Cortland an even more creative space! Whether you want to channel your inner artist, shop till you drop, or dance till your feet hurt, this is the place to be! Keep reading for more details. WHEN Friday-Saturday, September 6-7 WHERE Cortland Corset Building75 E. Court Street, Cortland NY GETTING…

New Plant Boutique Sprouts in Homer

Aug 12, 2024

The Village of Homer is now home to the cheekiest little garden shop there ever was. M. Guardens on James is little slice of plant paradise. The charming shop is brimming with lush flora, endless macramé creations, unique pottery, whimsical home goods and everything you need to live your best plant parent life. We pinned down owner Julia Maslin between trips to her greenhouse for a quick…

How to Master the 50 Mile Garage Sale on Route 90

Jul 15, 2024

The 50-mile garage sale snakes along Route 90, from Homer to Montezuma, July 27-28, this year. The event takes on the air of a festival with impromptu BBQs, bake sales, lemonade stands, and pop-up breakfast stops sprinkled along the way. The wineries, breweries, shops, and restaurants throw open their doors to weary antiquers and bargain hunters alike. You never know precisely what you'll find at…

What to Expect at Holiday in Homer

Jul 10, 2024

Get ready to shop till you drop! The 43rd Annual Holiday in Homer is back for another year in the Village of Homer. Guests will be treated to 80 plus vendors, live entertainment for all ages, horse-drawn wagon rides, quilt shows, a library book sale, and so much more! WHEN Saturday, July 20, from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. WHERE Homer Village Greens28 S. Main Street, Homer WHERE TO PARK Parking will be…

Your Last Minute Cortland County Holiday Gift Guide

Dec 11, 2023

Now that you're down to just a few shopping days until Christmas, shoving a few bills in a card might seem like your only option, but Cortland County is filled with local shops and businesses that will make you the favorite during the holidays! We've put together a procrastinator's guide to last-minute holiday shopping in Cortland County! Check out this holiday gift guide to all the best…

Cortland's Cabinet of Curiosities: Exploring Our Curious & Paranormal Past

Oct 16, 2023

We invite you to join Cortland Curiosities for a frighteningly fun evening unearthing our curious and paranormal past on October 26 at the Center for the Arts of Homer. This free event will leave you spellbound and ready for your next misadventure on the Cortland Curiosity Trail. So pack your rucksack, all you curious travelers. In the words of the great Vincent Price, we're "going to give the…

Crown City Curiosities Creeks Open Its Doors in the Corset Building

Jun 20, 2023

Ashe Martin and Laure Antoine are the proud curators of Crown City Curiosities, an LGBTQIA+, women-owned curiosity shop in the Cortland Corset Building. Their space captivates the eye and captures the imagination in every corner. Dangling from the grand double-height ceilings are rare plants, and the old brick walls bearing scars of past fires are now festooned with vintage clothing, local art,…

Stramba Fiber Mill & Felt Studio Sets Up Shop in McGraw

May 16, 2023

A retro gas station and mechanic's shop, just a stone's throw from downtown McGraw, is the new home to Stramba Fiber Mill & Felt Studio. The charmingly reimagined space is filled with sunlight and a rainbow of one-of-a-kind yarn, roving, batts and felt. The artisan mill specializes in full-service small-batch processing for growers and sells yarns, roving, spinning, and felting supplies, all…

Press Gurwitz Perfumerie Grand Opening

Apr 5, 2023

Press Gurwitz Perfumerie6 E. Main St, Marathon NYinfo@pressgurwitz.comInstagramFacebook Equal parts old-world library and upscale boutique, downtown Marathon's newest shop is a feast for the senses. Press Gurwitz Perfumerie, quite apropos, calls the Marathon's old apothecary shop at 6 East Main Street home. The storefront's bold mountain-themed window display instantly catches the eye. Inside, the…

Let's Go Girls, It's Galentines Day!

Feb 5, 2023

While many people are fussing over red roses, chocolates, and perfect dates this time of year, we'd like to take a moment to honor the oft-unsung hero of every relationship- our bestie. They've been there through every breakup with a pint of ice cream and every first date with outfit advice. They are always there to spill the tea, share a laugh, and make mischief. So this year, remember to…

Everything Old is New Again: Vintage in Cortland County

Jan 9, 2023

It might be the new year, but we're taking it back...way back. Vintage is king in Cortland County, and we've got the low down on the best places to find everything from retro ware to antique decor. So, strap in and hold on to your wallets; we're ready to do the time warp. CROWN CITY CURIOSITIES 75 E. Court St, Suite 304, Cortland NY (607) 834-0084Open Friday 10-5pm or by appointment Crown…

Let the Games Begin at Area 51

Nov 8, 2022

Gamers rejoice! After a 13-year hiatus, Area 51 has returned to Cortland! Offering a cornucopia of fun, from old-school box games to RPGs, collectibles, and everything in between- Area 51 & The Crowe's Nest is a sci-fi fan's paradise. We asked owner Fran Crowe if he could spare a couple of minutes from his new shop to answer a few questions. What inspired you to open Area 51 & The Crowe's Nest?…

Getting Cozy in Cortland County this November

Nov 1, 2022

According to Webster's dictionary, the definition of Hygge is a quality of coziness that makes a person feel content and comfortable. It's also often used as an adjective meaning "cozy or comfortable." With cool November days upon us and the sun slipping below the horizon far too early, we could all use a healthy dose of hygge in our lives. So grab a blanket, light a candle and brew some tea…

Bull Airs Calls Cortland Home

Aug 18, 2022

What do cast members of Stranger Things, Vanilla Ice, and Power Ranger David Yost all have in common? They are all proudly rocking local Thom Bulman's custom shoes! You may know Thom Bulman from season nine of Ink Master, but when Covid made tattooing nearly impossible, he had to think on his feet. Now, he is the proud owner of Bull Airs™ by Thom Bulman, a custom shoe shop that promises…

Elfcup Boutique Brings Vintage Charm to Downtown Cortland

Mar 2, 2022

As soon as you walk into the Elfcup Boutique, you can't help but smile. A cheerful amalgam of vintage and modern, classic and cheeky- there is something to be found for everyone's taste. We asked Sam Daniels, the owner of downtown Cortland's newest boutique, to take a moment to answer a few questions for us. What inspired you to open Elfcup Boutique? I’ve always wanted my own brick and…

9 Local Cortland Products You Should Be Buying

Feb 7, 2022

Cortland County is home to more than charming farm communities, outdoor adventures, and a blossoming downtown. It's also home to a group of innovative, creative artisans who grow, brew, and make some of our very favorite things. For the sake of brevity, below you find a collection of nine of our favorites, though in reality there are far too many to count. Remember, each time you buy local, not…

Isn't it Romantic?!

Feb 1, 2022

Tis' the season for romantic get always, chocolate, and flowers. Or, perhaps Gal-entines, filled with brunch and besties is more your style. Either way, Cortland County has everything you need to make whatever holiday you celebrate extra sweet. Romantic Getaway Experience the perfect cozy couples weekend at Hope Lake Lodge. Celebrate your love, reconnect, relax, and rekindle. The Romantic Getaway…

Truxton Outpost is Old Fashioned Fun

Jan 11, 2022

Equal parts funky and functional, the Truxton Outpost is exactly what this neck of the woods needed. Upon stepping through the cowbell cladded door, I am greeted by the chatter of a bustling café, and a friendly hello from behind the counter. The entire place smells of baked goods, fresh coffee and pine. I feel as though I've been transported to some tiny frontier town. Coming in from a cold…

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A Unique Cortland County Holiday Shopping Guide

Where to Find Your Christmas Tree in Cortland County

Crown City Mural Fest Returns to Cortland

New Plant Boutique Sprouts in Homer

How to Master the 50 Mile Garage Sale on Route 90

What to Expect at Holiday in Homer

Your Last Minute Cortland County Holiday Gift Guide

Cortland's Cabinet of Curiosities: Exploring Our Curious & Paranormal Past

Crown City Curiosities Creeks Open Its Doors in the Corset Building

Stramba Fiber Mill & Felt Studio Sets Up Shop in McGraw

Press Gurwitz Perfumerie Grand Opening

Let's Go Girls, It's Galentines Day!

Everything Old is New Again: Vintage in Cortland County

Let the Games Begin at Area 51

Getting Cozy in Cortland County this November

Bull Airs Calls Cortland Home

Elfcup Boutique Brings Vintage Charm to Downtown Cortland

9 Local Cortland Products You Should Be Buying

Isn't it Romantic?!

Truxton Outpost is Old Fashioned Fun