If you’ve been wondering how you can update your outdoor space, you might want to consider a fire pit for the patio. Fire pits can provide a great centerpiece for conversations with family and friends and can allow for enjoyable evenings outdoors even in cooler weather. We’ve compiled some tips on how to use a…
Mother’s Day is almost here, and there’s no better way to show the moms in your life how special they are than by hosting a Mother’s Day brunch. If you want to make your Mother’s Day brunch special, consider adding some personalized touches like homemade decorations or a menu tailored to your mom’s favorite foods.…
Visiting the Adirondacks any time of year can lend itself to some beautiful landscape photography. But, if you left the house without your camera, no worries. You can take some great landscape photos with your phone camera! In this article, we’ll share some simple tips on how you can make the most of your mobile…
One of the most-enjoyed activities in the Adirondacks is ice fishing, and that doesn’t stop during the winter. Once the lakes freeze, they become an ice-fishing paradise. Most ice fishermen will tell you that heading out for some angling on a frozen lake is a relaxing, enjoyable way to spend the day, but if you’re…
If you’re planning on ringing in the New Year by popping a cork on a champagne bottle, why not jazz it up a little bit? Sure, champagne is delightful on its own, but just a few ingredients can kick it up a notch and make it a toast to 2023 to remember. Keep reading for…
Thanksgiving is always a special time for friends and family to gather for food, fun, and festivities. It’s also a time to show each other how thankful we are for one another, and grateful for the kindness that has been shown to us. If you’ve been invited to a Thanksgiving celebration, you might be wondering…
At Speculator Department Store, we love the autumn season. There is just something particularly comforting about the change of the leaves, the cooler temperatures, the decorations of pumpkins and gourds, and of course the warm, inviting scents. The spiced scents of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, and more take us back to our grandmother’s kitchen. In…
Now that the fall season has arrived, people are starting to think about cozy home gatherings with family and friends. Whether it’s just a couple of friends over to play games or watch a movie, or a group of people over to watch a football game, autumn is definitely the time for reconnecting. Of course,…
It’s almost time for the kids to head back to school, and unfortunately means it’s also time to spend money on a school wardrobe and supplies. While most schools provide supply lists to help you know how to stock their backpacks, you might be wondering what a good rule of thumb might be for clothing…
With summer in full swing, now is the perfect time for all of your outdoor occasions. Warm, sunny days are splendid for everything from family cookouts to pool parties to small, intimate gatherings of just a few close friends. At Speculator Department Store, nothing says summer to us like flavorful beverages and the company of…