The buildings housing Forge Project in the Columbia County town of Taghkanic were designed by artist/ activist Ai Weiwei. - Alon Koppel Community Forge Project: A Native-Led Initiative On The Homelands Of The Muh-he-con-ne-ok Based in Taghkanik, the organization supports Indigenous leaders in Native culture and activism. By Kerri Kolensky
Photos courtesy of Halcyon Food Halcyon All Day Café: A Cheery "Stop In And Stay Awhile" Eatery Opens In Rhinebeck Halcyon serves coffee, sandwiches, rice bowls, house-made pastries in a space filled with plants and artwork. By Kerri Kolensky
Photos courtesy Café Mutton Food At Café Mutton, A Novel Menu Where Everything Is A Star Dish The chef/owner of this neighborhood hot spot in Hudson creates food that “you want to enjoy and linger over.” By Kerri Kolensky
