Local Support. Support Local. With unprecedented circumstances at hand due to the global spread of COVID-19, at Gardiner Association of Businesses we’ve put together a resource list rich with new business offerings, from curbside delivery offered by your favorite restaurants, to online classes from local studios, to complimentary business coaching sessions, alongside the addition of financial resources and free services being offered in the Gardiner NY area during this unique time. Gardiner Association of Businesses is here to support the local community and offer ways for the local community to also support one another.
If you are a business owner, we encourage you to fill out the Ulster County COVID-19 Business Assistance Survey form found HERE.
Stone Wave Yoga, Photo by LACE Photo Media
Health & Wellbeing-
Keep your immune system up with health tips, tricks and offerings from Gardiner Association of Business members; see offerings and plentiful resources from health professionals below.
Anneliese Mordhorst; Pilates/Fitness and Movement Therapy
Engaging regularly in movement is a very effective way to release stress, increase immunity and keep the bar high on your overall health. Even short amounts of daily movement have a positive impact!
NO FEE 1/2 hour consultations available to support your physical health and emotional wellbeing during this time of ‘sheltering in place’.
Help for chronic pain and aches with solutions adaptable to your home.
Women of any age with incontinence (sneeze pee) or other pelvic issues - yes, there remedies for you!
Let’s create a personalized way for you to release stress, think clearly and feel grounded.
Need inspiration, motivation and instruction? Anneliese is offering personalized LIVE video 1 hour classes. No equipment? No problem! All classes are customized to your ability, goals and living room. Private and group classes available.
Website: www.anneliesemordhorst.com
Stone Wave Yoga
The studio at Stone Wave Yoga is offering FREE videos for yoga, meditation, prayer, prenatal yoga, kids yoga, stretch, yin and hiit pilates for all individuals. Liz Glover Wilson will also be offering FREE Daily Meditation and Intention Setting Calls.
Meditation + Intention Calls: Monday - Friday, 8am and 5:30pm, Saturday + Sundays. 9:30am // Phone, 530-881-1212, Code, 197224238#
Free Class Channel: https://www.youtube.com/stonewaveyoga
Fighting Spirit Karate
Sean Schenker will be providing online training classes for children and adults through "Online Learning" classes. Users can watch & use these classes anytime after they air as they will be logged on Fighting Spirits Facebook Page to play & train along with anytime!
Free Online Classes & Weekly Schedule: https://www.facebook.com/FightingSpiritKarateStudio/
Jennifer Stack, Dietitian & Nutritionist
As a dietitian nutritionist, Jennifer Stack provides online counseling for weight loss and eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating. In addition, she provides counseling for the prevention and management of diabetes. Working with Jen is affordable since she is an in-network provider for Aetna, Cigna, CDPHP, Empire BCBS, Medicare, MVP, and the UHC NYSHIP plan. Therefore, your out-of-pocket costs may be limited to a copay, deductible or none at all. Jennifer mentions “I am not the food police! Think of me as your online food coach. I guide you to achieve your goals without relying on restrictive meal plans, unappetizing frozen meals or protein shakes and bars.” Contact Jenn for a FREE 15 MINUTE PHONE CONSULTATION to see how she can help you
Website: www.jstackchefrd.com
Call Jennifer: 917.370.7888
Email Jennifer: jstackchefrd@gmail.com
Cathy Bakker, Nourished Spirit
We are in such strange times it is more essential than ever to practice the art of self care. Did you know that fear and social isolation weaken your immune system and contribute to poor health? Cathy at Nourished Spirit Integrative Health and Wellness is offering ways to combat these challenges and keep your spirit and immune system strong via on-line holistic coaching sessions, email and text support. Receive inspirational messages, nutritional tips, tricks, activities, and recipes on how to strengthen your internal systems and maintain a thriving and fully nourished spirit! Cathy, formerly an enivronmental education teacher, is also offering daily guided hikes that will surely Nourish your mind, body and soul. State Parks are open and all entrance fees have been waived so join Nourished Spirit for a breath of fresh and a bit of adventure!
Website: www.nourishedspirit.life
Email: cathy@nourishedspirit.life
Phone: 914.589.6849
Powered by Plants Consulting
During these trying times, Rebecca Lucy of Powered by Plants consulting will be offering assistance with healthy menu planning using the ingredients on hand in addition to her other services. Rebecca also notes, “I can offer families in need a simple, nutrient packed meal” noting that she can accommodate up to 26 portions by week’s end. To take advantage of this generous offer, email Rebecca at rebecca@poweredbyplantsconsulting.com.
Stay tuned in: Join Rebecca for an online cooking video every Friday highlighting an ingredient that may be in pantry and make a quick, easy, and healthy meal by liking and following along on her Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/poweredbyplantsconsulting/
Money Savers + Financial Support-
With unprecedented at-home time on our hands, we think it’s the perfect opportunity to look into ways to save money for years to come, and benefit local businesses in the process. Here’s a few professionals we think you should talk to see how you can save money.
Accounting:
MIRTO CPA
Melinda Mirto of Mirto CPA is fully equipped to handle taxes remotely with a secure online portal, electronic filing, signature, payment. Everything can be done via phone, and remote. They are also now offering virtual meetings, for those who prefer in person meetings for their tax return. Information regarding deadlines is still forthcoming, and changing right now, and Melinda is happy to discuss each personal situation and possible strategy when moving through this.
Email Melinda: melinda@mirtocpa.com
Call Melinda: 845.419.3854
Mortgages + Refinancing:
ULSTER SAVINGS BANK
Call USB: 845.255.5470
WALDEN SAVINGS BANK
Call WSB: 845.457.7700
Insurance Professionals:
AFLAC - Carolin Mohrmann
Carolin notes that Aflac offers cash to help with unexpected out of pocket costs. Cash can be used for co-pays or for rent and food. The customer determines where the need is the highest. Carolin states that “For this current crisis, this means if you were hospitalized, or unable to work due to illness or injury you would receive cash.”
Email Carolin: carolin_mohrmann@us.aflac.com
COSTAS & TATE INSURANCE - Melissa Costas
Melissa mentions that “During this time of such financial uncertainty, we really want to help our community by doing what we do best, lowering insurance premiums.” Quotes are always free and there's no obligation to purchase the quotes we give you. Costas & Tate works with several carriers to ensure you the greatest coverage at a great rate. “If we can't save you money, we'll tell you to stay right where you are.”
Call Costas & Tate: 845.256.8866
Email Costas & Tate: info@costasandtate.com
ALLSTATE INSURANCE - Malinda Treglia
In addition to being available for insurance questions and quotes via phone and email, Malinda Treglia and her staff have offered… “ if any of our local clients (or anyone) needs absolutely anything, from groceries, to medications and any basics (yes even paper goods) - please let me know and our family will find a way to make arrangements to get this to you ASAP. If you are not local and need assistance, I will do my best to connect you with someone who can help you ASAP.”
Call Malinda: 845.419.8100
Email Malinda: malindatreglia@allstate.com
ACCENT FINANCIAL GROUP
Equipped to handle your home, auto and business insurance, Accent Financial Group can help provide you with quotes and coverage for your personal or business needs.
Call Accent Financial Group: 845.224.3603
Email Accent Financial Group: michael@accentfg.com
NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE - Don Badgley
Don Badgely specializes in Life Insurance. Life insurance is designed to protect your loved ones if anything unpredictable should happen.
Call Don Badgley: 845.569.1422
Email Don Badgley: don.badgley@nm.com
Financial Professionals:
HUGUENOT FINANCIAL PLANNING
Passionate about helping people achieve their financial goals, Huguenot Financial Planning is committed to objectivity, and does not receive commissions or sell products. They design custom strategies that address individual needs and concerns. They serve the Mid-Hudson Valley of New York State including New Paltz, Poughkeepsie, Kingston and Newburgh as well as the New York City metro area.
Call Huguenot Financial Planning: 917.553.0675
Email Huguenot Financial Planning: david@huguenotfinancialplanning.com
JOANNE SECKY- Financial Consultant
Joanne Secky has been an independent Financial Consultant for twenty-four years with LPL Financial. She works for herself and is not affiliated with a corporate brokerage firm, a bank or an insurance company. Prior to choosing LPL Financial to have her own practice, Joanne worked in corporate finance for three years.
Joanne can help you navigate today's investment and annuity/ insurance decisions. The risks, the strategies and the possible assurances, with respect for your tolerance. Largely working with small business owners and individuals, Joannemanages money a few ways dependent upon what would like to be worked towards.
Call Joanne: 845.255.8680
Email Joanne: joanne.secky@lpl.com
Save Money on Monthly Expenses and Subscriptions:
VIV - Lower Your Monthly Bills with Joe Dirac
The average American is overpaying on their monthly bills. Joe helps you put your savings on AutoPilot. And if they can’t find a way to lower your monthly bills, the customer doesn’t pay VIV a penny. It’s that simple. To learn more connect with Joe.
Email Joe: joe.dirac@diracdevelopment.com
Gardiner Apple Farm, Photo by LACE Photo Media
Local Grocers-
Are you finding there is limited resources and products at your local brand name grocery stores? Or that social distancing may not be possible with grocery store crowds? At GAB we have a solution for both. Our local farms are offering many items that grocers simply can’t keep on the shelves, plus the open market space to keep your distance in the fresh, outdoor air.
Wrights Farm
With items like local cheese, eggs, pickles, pork, apples, salad, jams, jellies and crackers, plus homemade and locally made baked goods like cookies, donuts, and pie, Wright’s Farm has a wide variety of staples to keep you stocked.
Address: 699 NY-208, Gardiner, NY 12525
Hours: Monday - Sunday: 8am to 6pm
Dressel Farms
’An apple a day keeps the doctor away.’ Tim Dressel of Dressel Farms believes this wholeheartedly and is offering apples that have been handled only by the farmer and purveyor, and of course apples in hard cider form with Kettleborough Cider. He states that the open market shop is never crowded and has items like apples, apple cider, maple syrup, honey, and firewood.
Address: 271 NY-208, New Paltz, NY 12561
Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday 10am-4pm
Lombardi’s Classic Italian Dish, Photo by LACE Photo Media
Food Services, Takeout, and Curbside Pick Up-
Valley Home Dining Valley Home Dining is now offering Graduation and ‘Just Because’ Platters May 15th - June 27th. Amy continues to give quotes & sample menus for future dates with sensible cancellation policies. Let’s create something to look forward to!
Website: www.valleyhomedining.com/special-platters
Email: info@valleyhomedining.com
Tantillo’s Farm Market
Tantillo’s Ice Cream Stand has officially opened for the year. Serving homemade ice cream, cider donuts, pies, and all the fixings! Hope you are well and staying safe! Keeping all social distancing rules in place and extra cleansing practices are a top priority. Featuring Local Goodnow Meats, Corey’s pickles, eggs, milk, yogurt, cheese & butter in the Farm Market. Keep an eye out for some shelf stable items, syrup, jam, honey, teas, and vegetables in the weeks to come!
Address: 30 State Route 208 Gardiner, New York
Hours: Daily, 2pm-8pm
Phone: 845.256.9109
Gardiner Liquid Mercantile
To satisfy your nosh AND cocktail cravings, The GLM has created a menu to peruse and order from via their online portal in addition to specials being posted daily on Facebook and Instagram. MOST of these posted social specials will be a recommended price but will be a "pay" what you can offering. We hope that those who can will offer a little extra to cover the costs of those who cant. And those who cant should not hesitate to take advantage of a discounted or even free meal. You’re just one click away from a meal + drinks with a loved one. Offering curbside delivery and regular pick up.
Address: 128 Main St, Gardiner, NY 12525
Hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 4pm-9pm
Menu + Ordering: http://www.gardinerliquidmercantile.com/online-ordering
Lombardis
In addition to offering their full menu for takeout, Lombardis will also be giving customers hot or cold catering options. Pizza, bread, and foccacia are also still available, as always.
Address: 2808 Benton Cors, Gardiner, NY 12525
Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 4pm-8pm
Menu Link: https://www.lombardisofgardiner.com/menu
Mountain Brauhaus
Offering carry-out, curbside pickup dinners and beer & wine to go, Mountain Brauhaus allows customers to remain in their vehicle, with orders being safely brought out to you.
Address: 3123 US-44, Gardiner, NY 12525
Hours: Wednesday - Sunday, 12pm-8pm
Menu Link: http://www.mountainbrauhaus.com/menu/
Cafe Mio
Cafe Mio will be serving a limited dinner menu with more details to come. Stay up to date on their Instagram and Facebook.
Address: 2356 US-44, Gardiner, NY 12525
Hours: TBD
Menu: TBD
Hudson Valley EATS
According to their business model, Hudson Valley EATS is focused on supporting restaurant owners and the food insecure, always. Here is what they are doing, and how you can support each piece.
Restaurant Owners:
Giving them space to advertise on the Hudson Valley EATS Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/HudsonValleyEat/) to promote delivery, take-out and specials
Educating the HV EATS audience on ways that they can help support local restaurants at this time.
Food Insecurity: It is intrinsically part of Hudson Valley EATS mission to "Make Sure EVERYBODY in the Hudson Valley EATS with a goal of connecting everyone in the Hudson Valley with food, not just those who can afford it. There is a separate Facebook group page in efforts of creating a community to combat hunger in the Hudson Valley. The group gives nonprofits the opportunity to highlight what they do, talk about the challenges and also provide volunteer or fundraising opportunities.
Join the Online Community Fighting Hunger: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HudsonValleyEATS/
Yard Owl Brewery, Photo by LACE Photo Media
Drinks + Things-
Gardiner Brewing Company
While the bar will be closed, Gardiner Brewing will be offering their beer for sale at their farm headquarters, Wrights Farm.
Wrights Farm Address: 699 NY-208, Gardiner, NY 12525
Wrights Farm Hours: Monday - Sunday: 8am to 6pm
Gardiner Liquid Mercantile
To satisfy your nosh AND cocktail cravings, The GLM has created a menu to peruse and order from via their online portal in addition to specials being posted daily on Facebook and Instagram. They will also be selling their house made hand sanitizer. You’re just one click away from a meal, drinks and sanitization with a loved one ;) Offering curbside delivery and regular pick up.
Address: 128 Main St, Gardiner, NY 12525
Hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 4pm-9pm
Menu + Ordering: http://www.gardinerliquidmercantile.com/online-ordering
Kettleborough Cider
’An apple a day keeps the doctor away.’ Tim Dressel is offering Kettleborough Cider for sale at his open market at Dressel Farms.
Address: 277 NY-208, New Paltz, NY 1256
Hours: Monday - Friday 9pm-5pm, Saturday 10am-4pm
Robibero Winery
Pick up and curbside delivery options have been added at Robibero Winery’s repertoire. They look forward to serving new and loyal customers throughout this month!
Address: 714 Albany Post Rd, New Paltz, NY 12561
Hours: Thursday - Sunday, 11am-6pm
Wine Menu: http://robiberofamilyvineyards.com/R__Wines.php
Whitecliff Vineyard
This family vineyard will be offering to cover all shipping costs in NY state and half of the cost to ship outside NY state where they are legally able. They are also offering phone orders for pickup, in person orders to go, orders to ship, and will hand deliver local orders.
Address: 331 Mckinstry Rd, Gardiner, NY 12525
Hours: Monday - Sunday, 12pm-5pm
Wine Menu: https://www.whitecliffwine.com/menu/
Yard Owl Craft Brewery
Updates delivered on their Facebook and Instagram! Offering house made pickled items and local cheeses for sale at this time.
Address: 19 Osprey Lane Gardiner, New York 12525
Email: muddmail8@gmail.com
Vegan Wines
Frances Gonzalez feels that now, more than ever, customers should know the importance of knowing exactly what’s in their food and drink. From the soil, to the vine, to the glass, Vegan Wines ensures that no animal products or dyes touch Vegan Wines. This online wine shop is offering free shipping with your purchase of three or more bottles, plus, extra discounts and perks that can be found in your shopping cart.
Online Shop: https://veganwines.simplycms.com/store/shop
Club Membership: https://veganwines.com/wine-clubs/
Photo by Evangeline Gala Photography of Master of One Coaching
Business Resources-
Master of One Coaching
Feeling "Lonely at the top?" Merritt of Master of One is currently offering complimentary coaching sessions to entrepreneurs and those in leadership roles who are feeling the stress of all of the upheaval and transition. Professionals in the financial sector are a specialty of our practice. This moment is an opportunity to embrace change, discover what we are truly made of, and transform how we do business - we are here to support you through it and help you emerge as the leader you are called to be "Because of the power of her presence and her mastery of the process, and coming from someone who has been in the leadership development space for almost twenty years, I would highly recommend Merritt Minnemeyer to help you become the leader you were meant to be, achieve what you most want to achieve, and live a life of abundance." Kevin Tennant - Founder, Head Coach, Power of Choice Leadership Coaching and Development
Call/text: 845.803.3372
Email: merritt@masterofonecoaching.com
Website: www.masterofonecoaching.com
FB/IG: @masterofonecoaching
Uptown Attic
For all their shoppers, Uptown Attic will be offering disposable gloves to shop with, keeping strict cleaning guidelines and consistently sanitizing countertops, surfaces, doorknobs and other commonly touched objects. For all merchandise shown on Uptown Attic’s Facebook or Instagram, Jodi will be offering quick pick up, shipping, or paid-hold services.
Address: 133 Main St, Gardiner, NY 12525
Hours: Tues-Wed. 11am-5pm, Thurs-Fri: 11am-6pm, Sat-Sun: 11am-5pm
Phone: 845.255.0093
Website: www.uptownattic.net
Meadowscent
It’s proven flowers reduce stress and anxiety. Stop by either Meadowscent store for a FREE bunch of daffodils. The shop will even place daffodil bundles outside for customers to pick up a bunch without contact. Want to thank Meadowscent? Share your photo on social media, and tag @meadowscent. “We’re happy if it makes you feel a little better. Stay well. We will get through this.” Meadowscent will also be offering floral bouquet deliveries.
Address: 2356 Route 44 55 Gardiner, New York
Phone: (845) 255-3866
Building Logic
Patrick Murphy, member of the Gardiner Day committee and volunteer repair coach at the Repair Café, is offering his assistance to those that might not be able to do certain tasks at this time at no cost. Patrick will be offering help as an experienced carpenter that is quite handy at many tasks that aren't limited to just what carpenters do. Patrick notes that “I have a strong back, and a helpful, can-do attitude. If there is some thing that any of you need help with, please reach out to me. We can all make it through this trying time by being good neighbors to each other and remaining conscious of one another's basic human needs.”
Call Patrick: 845.706.1450
Email Patrick: patrickmurphy210@gmail.com
Majestic’s Hardware
Majestic’s Hardware is open for all your Home Improvement, gardening, and everything-in-between needs! Featuring curbside pickup, social distance shopping, or options for shipment! Featuring food trucks and local offerings weekly.
Address: 4 Dusinberre Road, Gardiner NY 12525
Hours: Mon-Fri: 7am - 6pm, Sat: 8am - 6pm, Sun: 9am - 4pm
Marketing & Advertising-
Whether you are a brick and mortar shop or offer remote services, reaching potential customers is always at the forefront of building your business. Here’s a few digital and advertising agencies to call on when the need arises.
Cornerstone Services
Offering graphic design, mailing, printing, email marketing, website and SEO services, Cornerstone Services is a unique marketing agency that allows you to take care of your mailing, printing and digital needs all in one place at an affordable price!
Website: http://cornerstoneservices.org
Call Emmanuel at Cornerstone Services: 845.274.7630
Email Emmanuel at Cornerstone Services: edefelipe@crst.net
LACE Photo Media
With offerings like social media strategy + management, website design, email marketing, graphic design, and photography, LACE Photo Media focuses on optimizing your digital presence for your ideal target audience. Case studies and service listings are available at www.lacephotomedia.com
Call Lucia: 845.337.9987
Email Lucia + Alicia at LACE Photo Media: branding@lacephotomedia.com
Hudson Valley Drones
Looking to list your house or property? Keith at Hudson Valley Drones offers drone services for businesses and homes. Keith offers matterport photography in addition to his drone services and prints for sale.
Website: https://www.hvdronesny.com
Call Keith: 845.450.0002
Email Keith: keith@hvdronesny.com
Interested in becoming a member of GAB? Learn more at www.gabny.com/join. Want to see your services added to this article? Email us at gardinergab@gmail.com.
Article by:
Lucia Civile
LACE Photo Media