Start your Christmas shopping at a leisurely pace and soak in the ambiance of the quaint boutiques in Madison County, particularly in the cozy villages of Hamilton and Cazenovia. You’ll come across unique gifts and antiques found nowhere else, plus gourmet eateries with specialties to satisfy any appetite.

Ooh and ahh at the work of over 300 American artists and craftsmen at Strong Stone Pottery, a working pottery studio, and Gallery 3-2-1, a contemporary craft gallery. Located in a restored 150-year-old barn in Chenango County, the gallery is known for its unique and custom-made handcrafted treats including personalized items like mugs, tumblers and bowls – perfect gifts for the hard-to-shop-for on your list.

Take the family on a trek through the Landis Arboretum in Schoharie County, 548-acres of natural scenic splendor including two Old Growth forests, four ponds, and 40-acres of cultivated forest for a lesson in natural history, botany and horticulture. Plan your visit for November 18th and sip some of New York’s finest wines at an exclusive tasting at Grapevine Farms while you peruse their shop for unique holiday goodies.

Treat your family to an extravagant, multi-course meal for a fantastic price in Greater Binghamton during Binghamton Restaurant Week, November 8-17. Savor a three-course lunch for $10 or a three-course dinner for $20 and a portion of the proceeds will benefit CHOW (Community Hunger Outreach Program). From European delicacies to all American burgers and BBQ, get ready to taste the best of Binghamton.