The fall season has arrived, and there are few places more beautiful than the Adirondacks during this time of year. Apple picking, visiting the pumpkin patch, and leaf-peeping are all fun outdoor activities many people enjoy this time of year. Bringing some fall color and comfort into your home can help you surround yourself with…
Are You Ready for Back-to-School? We Can Help!
Summer is quickly drawing to a close, and people are coming out of vacation mode and returning to the reality of daily routines. They’re closing down their summer camps for the winter, leaving the beach and heading back to work, and getting the kids ready for back-to-school. While it certainly seems like a lot of…
Design a Dazzling Charcuterie Board
If you need to bring a dish that dazzles to an outdoor gathering this summer, you should know that charcuterie boards are currently all the rage. Charcuterie boards provide an easy, delicious, and attractive addition to just about any table, and because of the diverse foods generally featured, there is usually something for everyone to…
Is Your Closet Summer-Ready? Speculator Department Store Can Help!
Over the last year, many of us have been spending a lot of time at home, and not having many opportunities to enjoy outings with family and friends. Fortunately, businesses have started opening up again, and events like concerts, weddings, and family gatherings are happening again. If your wardrobe is looking tired and you’d like…
Graduations, Weddings, Anniversaries – Gift-Giving Season is Upon Us!
When we think of times of the year when everyone is scrambling to find the perfect gift, our thoughts most often turn to the Christmas season. But one of the biggest gift-giving times of the year is late spring through the summer. During this time of the year, more people are looking for gifts for…
Need Something Special for Valentine’s Day? Stop by the Speculator Dept. Store!
Valentine’s Day is almost here, and if you’re like a lot of people, you might have waited until the last minute to find the perfect gift for your Valentine. No worries – you can find that special someone a wonderful Valentine’s Day present – right at the Speculator Department Store. Whether your sweetheart likes clothing…
Dress for the Weather with the Speculator Dept. Store
There’s never a lack of outdoor activities to enjoy when you live in the Adirondacks. From skiing and snowshoeing, to ice fishing and snowmobiling, people who live in and visit this area know that winter activities in the Speculator region can provide hours of outdoor fun – and easy social distancing. Of course, one of…
Last Minute Gifts? Not a Problem!
As the holiday clock is winding down, you may be finding yourself in need of some last-minute gifts. You should know, there’s no need to drive for miles or to worry that your online order might not make it on time – all you need to do is stop into the Speculator Department Store or…
Fresh Cranberries Make This Recipe Pop!
When planning Thanksgiving dinner, many people like to stick to traditional dishes. However, it can be fun to try a new dish that’s a twist on a classic. Cranberry sauce is a staple at many Thanksgiving feasts, but making homemade cranberry chutney is easy and offers a delicious take on the usual canned cranberry sauce.…
Looking for a Sweet Treat? There’s an Apple for That!
The days are getting shorter, the cool weather is setting in, and the landscape is transforming into its beautiful hues of red and orange. Autumn is setting in upstate New York, and with the onset of autumn comes many of New Yorkers’ favorite activities. In the early weeks of fall, apple picking is a great…