Cheese, chocolate, stout. Those three words are music to my ears after wandering the brewhouse and taking a seat at the bar at Brewed Exploration.The thirst-stirring monthly event is the brainchild?

Cheese, chocolate, stout. Those three words are music to my ears after wandering the brewhouse and taking a seat at the bar at Brewed Exploration.The thirst-stirring monthly event is the brainchild?

GILFORD ? Patrick?s Pub and Eatery will host All Organic Mosquito & Tick Control at their networking event, 'Connect,' on Thursday, May 9, from 5-7 p.m.

PHOENICIA, N.Y. ? Brewery co-owner Rick Shobin thinks peering behind the curtain makes for intimate beer drinking experience.

GILFORD ? Businesses looking to grow their presence and generate new customers in a relaxed setting, while sampling craft beers and a chance to win prizes, can do so at

GILFORD ? Patrick?s Pub and Eatery will host Lake Life Fashions at their networking event, 'Connect,' on Thursday, March 28, from 5-7 p.m.

Serene, picturesque lakes and hikes, famous craft breweries, summer festivals ? have we convinced you yet? Here's why New Hampshire deserves your attention.

Saturday-Sunday, July 20-21: The self-guided tour of more than 30 studios will take you all over the Town of Shandaken from Boiceville to Belleayre.

The 11th annual Shandaken Art Studio Tour ? a self-guided tour of more than 20 studios, exhibitions, events and parties ? takes place Friday to Sunday throughout the area.

There are few things more important than time, and if that's all you give your dad this Father's Day, he will be happy. Why not think outside the box and put together some DadVentures.