Our Blog

JUMPFEST 2022 The 96th Annual Salisbury Ski Jumps “It’s not every day that one can experience the ski jumps! Salisbury is a beautiful small New England village, and the Salisbury Jumpfest is just a slice of Americana for a fairly

Salisbury is a prime location for anglers around the world. With the array of rivers and lakes that perforate the area, there is a perfect fishing hole for everyone. While summer may be a favorite season to spend casting along

Happy Chinese New Year!  February 1st will mark the start of the new Lunar Year. Known as the Chinese New Year, Spring Festival, and Lunar New Year, this celebration kicks off on the second new moon following our winter solstice.

“I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees.” – Henry David Thoreau  A hike in the woods may not come to mind as a popular winter pastime, but a brisk jaunt through the snow-covered

Frosty January mornings can send us cowering beneath blankets, content to stay indoors to avoid the bitter winds outside. However, for those of us who have begun to feel the first itch of cabin fever, a comforting reward beckons us

“The mountains are calling, and I must go.” – John Muir This quote always conjures images of distant snowy peaks, dotting the horizon of Colorado’s famed Front Range– a skier’s paradise. But lovers of powder and turns do not have

The ancient Druids honored the winter solstice as a celebration of death and rebirth. Though our traditions may change and new days are named, this sentiment perseveres. The holidays bring a reminder of another year gone. We remember those who

No Christmas lineup is complete without an annual viewing of “It’s a Wonderful Life”. Seventy-five years later, Frank Capra’s iconic story continues to remind us of the importance of community, faith, and finding joy in our every day. Whether we

Shop Local: The Gift of Community Support  The holidays are upon us. As Christmas lists grow, we rush to place perfectly wrapped presents under the tree. During the hustle and bustle, it is easy to depend on the simplicity of

It’s that time of year again. Another year begins to close, and the first touches of frost have brought out our puffiest parkas and coziest sweaters. The smell of hot cocoa and peppermint drift from our favorite cups, and twinkling

As we get ready for a feast with our family, we look around and see so much that inspires the experience of gratitude. Happy Thanksgiving to all of our friends and neighbors. Thank you for your role in making this

As we come to the end of this November week, Thanksgiving is in the air! The fourth Thursday of November is loved for the simplicity of reflecting on what is good about life. The first Thanksgiving was four hundred years

On this Veterans Day, we pause to honor those who serve in the military. With our sincerest gratitude, we acknowledge all the veterans in our lives, both those who currently serve and those who served in the past. On this

As the Halloween spirits depart and parents endeavor to balance sugar highs with sleep and healthy meals, the weekend ahead seems like a perfect time to absorb the remaining moments of farmers’ market season. There is no time like autumn

The chill in the air is a tell-tale sign of spooks, goblins, making their way into our midst. We feel creative sparks of the collective mind as children plan their costumes and homes and shops don fearsome decor. Halloween is

October is a glorious time of year to get outside for some wholesome fun. As our children get settled into the school routine, the weekends are a time to celebrate, decompress, and revel in recreation. The Tri-state region here at

…and we’re live! We are incredibly excited to welcome you to our brand new website! We are now delivering not only Elyse Harney Real Estate’s exclusive listings but all the properties in our spectacular region. The website comes complete with

With so much natural beauty in this part of the world, it is no surprise that we observe seekers of a serene lifestyle settling into the homes of the region. Likewise, the special qualities of the region have attracted yoga

It’s apple season! And there is no better place to be for apple-lovers than our beloved Tri-State Region, where the local farmers have taken great care to cultivate many high-quality, nutritious, and tasty varieties. The Litchfield Hills, Berkshires, & Hudson

Wineries, Cideries, Distilleries, Breweries, and some of the area’s best Food!  This weekend, on Sept 11th and 12th, Rhinebeck will host its annual celebration of the Hudson Valley’s finest craft beverage and specialty food curators. The Hudson Valley Wine & Food Festival, has been one of

Labor Day Weekend is a chance to relax with friends and family as well as an opportunity to indulge in those remaining few Summer-Wish-List Activities while the weather still allows. Continue enjoying all that the Berkshire region has to offer

The inviting smell of Irving Farm coffee grabs your senses before you even enter the doors to the chic yet comfortable ambiance of Falls Village Cafe. Ideally located in the village center near the Amesville Bridge and Housatonic River’s Great Falls,

Grab your Group and Ride the River. Farmington River Tubing is an alluring sight of tubes piled high alongside Route 44 in New Hartford, CT. There are often equally as many smiling faces eagerly dancing around the buses that trolley “tubers” upstream

Celebrate Independence Day under the glow of the Berkshire sky this weekend at Lime Rock Park for a picnic setting spectacular. The celebratory firing of muskets began in the Colonial Days as a means to spread the word of victory. This weekend

Simple and Refreshing, camping is about enjoying more with less. Campgrounds throughout the area make the camping experience easy – tents, trailers, or cabins – you’ll end the day gathered around a fire pit, under the stars, enjoying the exact

Four Brothers Amenia Drive-In is a self-described “boutique theatre,” showcasing mainly family-friendly movies, along with some comedies and dramas. Except for one showing on their popular “Throwback Thursdays,” when a classic movie is featured, all movies are first-run. On weekends, you can expect a variety of pre-show activities ranging

The Hills are Alive with Summer Concerts!  This season we are excited to welcome back live music at some of our favorite venues as well as a few new ones. This year, Catamount Mountain Resort has expanded to include a summer concert

This weekend Pride Along the Hudson will begin its month-long series of events to celebrate the LGBTQ+ communities.  Towns will be decorated with extravagance and festivities. New Paltz mayor, Jason West, whose role in holding controversial gay weddings in 2004 paved the