Nothing is more inviting in a home than the warm glow of candlelight. With many candle manufacturers creating delectable fragrances, burning candles in your home can create a beautiful ambiance that you, your family and your guests will enjoy. With more and more people using candles to decorate and accentuate their homes, however, candle safety…
Gift the Gift of the Adirondacks From Speculator Dept. Store
Nothing beats a getaway to the Adirondacks – whether you’re stopping by for fishing, boating, or just refueling your spirit. But while you’re having a great time visiting us, don’t forget the folks at home! You’ll find the perfect souvenir at the Speculator Department Store, a true Adirondack gift shop. When you visit their gift…
Lighten Up Your Home this Summer With these 5 Decorating Tips
Now that summer has arrived, it’s time to lighten up! The days are brighter and sunnier, and life is a little easier, now that there isn’t snow to shovel or leaves to rake. If you haven’t already, you might be thinking about how you can extend some of that cheerful summer weather into your home.…
“Staycationing” in the Adirondacks? Check Out Griffin Gorge!
One of the most beautiful spots for a family picnic or a hike along a scenic countryside trail in the Speculator area might just be the Griffin Gorge. A journey along the Adirondack Trail reveals some impressive geological formations within the gorge, a site that is sure to impress the adults and children alike in…
Summer Girls’ Night In? Plan a Wine & Cheese Party.
Summer is a time for relaxing and unwinding. The days are longer, and even though most of us still have to work, evenings and weekends are made for enjoyable get-togethers at home with friends and family. If you’ve been thinking about having a nice evening with your favorite girlfriends, why not spend the evening in,…
Yankee Candles Make Scents!
Warm and inviting, like Grandma’s apple pie baking in the oven. Cool and refreshing, like lake air on an early spring day. Woodsy and green, like a relaxing mid-day hike along an Adirondack trail. Scents can certainly bring back wonderful memories, and what better way to bring those memories of Speculator, NY home than with…
Looking for a Unique Gift for Mom? Here are Seven Ideas She’ll Love.
When you think of Mother’s Day gift giving, flowers and candies often come to mind. It’s true that most moms out there love both of those things, but if you’re looking for a truly unique gift for your mother this year, you might want to stop into the Speculator Dept. Store and see what we…
Adirondack Fauna and Hibernation – Who Will Wake Up Soon?
During the winter, much of the wildlife in the Adirondack Mountains seems to disappear. As most everyone knows, the main reason for the disappearing act is hibernation. But which animals usually hibernate? What happens to them during this period? And when do they “wake up”? In our area, we are fortunate to have a vast…
Maple Season Yields a Sweet Adirondack Delight
If you’re an avid reader of our blog, you know that we’re fans of maple syrup made right here in the Adirondacks. In Speculator, we’re lucky to have McComb’s Oak Hill Farm, which produces some of the most delicious maple syrup available. Hopefully, you were able to attend Maple Weekend activities there at the end…
Spring into Flavor with this Delicious Salad
If you’re tired of all of the heavier foods often associated with the winter months, it might be time to lighten up your eating habits for the changing of the seasons. While we seek the comfort of stews, casseroles and crock-pot dishes throughout the winter, lighter eating come spring can be just as comforting. So…