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"I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order." - John Burroughs (American Naturalist)Nature and beer have long made for a perfect pairing. It’s no surprise that … more

John Bart (a.k.a. The Katonah Beer Man) | 6/28/25

Il Forno celebrates 30 years in Somers

SOMERS, N.Y. - Il Forno Italian Kitchen & Bar, a traditional Somers spot for celebrating birthdays, baby showers, graduations, and other special occasions, is marking a major milestone of its … more

Carol Reif | 6/20/25

Simplicity on tap in Yonkers

“Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated.”–ConfuciusConfucius highlights the human tendency to overcomplicate life, and encourages a shift in focus towards what truly … more

John Bart (a.k.a. Katonah Beer Man) | 5/31/25

Mount Kisco Farmer's Market set to kick off 2025 season

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. - The Mt. Kisco Farmer’s Market (MKFM) is thrilled to announce the opening of its 2025 season, running every Sunday from May 18 through November 16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at … more

Halston Media Staff | 5/10/25

Tariffs, taps & a trip to Beacon

Part 1: CraftBeerOnomics—Tariffs & Trouble AheadGlobal tariffs have me worried—not just for craft beer prices, but for the U.S. craft beer industry as a whole. Let’s dig into the brewing … more

John Bart (a.k.a. The Katonah Beer Man) | 5/2/25

Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry celebrates success of 'Community Table'

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. - The Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry (MKIFP) had beautiful weather for their second annual "Community Table" spring fundraiser on April 24. Almost 200 guests attended the … more

Halston Media Staff | 5/2/25

Good vibes on tap at Broken Symmetry

“You just get the vibes of your surroundings and it rubs off on you.”-Gordon LightfootMaster singer-songwriter (and proud Canadian!) Mr. Lightfoot nailed it. After profiling over 50 … more

John Bart (a.k.a. The Katonah Beer Man) | 4/5/25

Knights of Columbus invite the community for a Lenten fish fry in Somers

SOMERS, N.Y. - The Knights of Columbus Council #6205 is proud to invite the community to join them for a Lenten Fish Fry at Saint Joseph’s Church, located at 95 Plum Brook Rd in Somers.The fish … more

Halston Media Staff | 3/26/25

Craft beer’s next chapter

“The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated.”– Mark Twain I kick off this column with an analysis of recent (and exaggerated) reports about the demise of craft beer. Then, I’ll … more

John Bart (aka The Katonah Beer Man) | 2/8/25

Greg Booras named National Sales Director at Creative Circle Media Solutions

Greg Booras has joined Creative Circle Media Solutions as National Sales Director. He will focus on expanding sales of Creative Circle products in the magazine industry and helping accelerate the growth of the company across all industries and... more

By James Dean | 12/18/24

Six Years Of Columns & Beers Worth Celebrating

“Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.”― Marcel ProustThe French novelist said it well, and it is the season to be … more

John Bart (a.k.a. The Katonah Beer Man) | 11/25/24

A Toast to Beer’s Historic Role in America

“I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any [challenge]. The great point is to bring them the real facts, and beer.”-Abraham LincolnWe took a … more

John Bart (a.k.a. The Katonah Beer Man) | 11/8/24

Seasonal Eats and Fun for Kids at Mahopac's Dana’s Diner

As the fall season sweeps through our towns, Dana’s Diner in Mahopac, owned by Dana and her husband Tommy, stands out as the perfect spot to enjoy cozy, elevated diner fare. Since opening in 2021, … more

Vim Wilkinson | 10/24/24

Oktoberfest Uncorked

Every year, Oktoberfest kicks off in Munich when the mayor taps a beer keg and shouts, “O’ZAPFT IS’!”—which means, “It’s tapped!” This ceremonial act marks the official start of the … more

John Bart | 9/28/24

A Celebration of Unity & Brews

“Olympics will bring hope, transcend cultures, unite people, and promote mutual respect and fair play… In the spirit of the Olympic Truce, I call on everyone to lay down their arms, build … more

The Katonah Beer Man | 9/6/24

Live with Joy

“There is no practice... which tends to renovate the constitution, than a temporary retirement to the country…” -Sir John Sinclair, The Code of Health and Longevity, … more

John Bart | 7/27/24

Discover the ‘Napa of Beer’

“Some trails are happy ones, others are blue. It’s the way you ride the trail that counts, Here’s a happy one for you.” -Roy Rogers We live in a target rich … more

John Bart | 6/29/24

Whose Round Is It?

Kate Fox, a social anthropologist, describes British pubs as the heart of social life in England, providing a space where people from all walks of life can gather as equals to socialize and unwind. … more

John Bart | 5/31/24

Where Craft Beer Meets Gourmet Fare

Ben Franklin famously said, “God made beer because he loves us and wants us to be happy.” Virginia Woolf similarly professed, “One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one … more

John Bart (a.k.a. The Katonah Beer Man) | 5/1/24

Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry to Hold 'Community Table' Benefit

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. - The Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry is excited to announce its upcoming inaugural spring event, the "Community Table" benefit. The event will be held … more

Halston Media Staff | 4/30/24