September is here, and that means apples, pumpkins and other fruits abound. And, with the weather starting to turn a little cooler, nothing says fall quite like the scent of a delicious pie baking in the oven. Baking the perfect pie can take practice, though – and while practice makes perfect, sometimes you just don’t…
We’re Making Sustainability Strides!
We’re doing our part to be more eco-friendly by cutting back on plastic and paper. • LESS PLASTIC: Check out our new re-usable grocery bags! • LESS PAPER: We have discontinued in-home mailing of the Big M weekly sale flyers. However, we want to be sure you have every opportunity to save money at Charlie…
Planning a Cookout for a Crowd
Summer has arrived in the Adirondacks, and that means it’s time for fun with family and friends. One thing that almost everyone enjoys is getting together for a cookout. Whether you’re planning a backyard barbecue complete with games and activities, or prefer an informal picnic dinner with those who are closest to you, having all…
7 Things To Do Near Speculator, NY
This summer, make your visit to Speculator, NY a memorable one. Located in the Adirondack State Park, this beautiful area has much to offer in the way of natural beauty and family-friendly activities. Whether you want to explore a hiking trail, have fun in the sun on the beach, or take in a few fun…
Free Weekly Live Music comes to the Village of Speculator this Summer
This season residents and visitors of Speculator and surrounding areas can enjoy free live music in the Village of Speculator each Wednesday. The first annual “Music on the Point Concert Series” is brought to you by Oak Mountain Ski Center, Charlie Johns Store and Speculator Dept. Store. These local businesses are sponsoring the event for…
Charlie Johns and Speculator Department Store Celebrate Decades of Serving Adirondack Shoppers
Charlie Johns Store and Speculator Department Store, two treasured Adirondack shopping mainstays at The Four Corners in Speculator, New York, are celebrating 80 and 70 years in business, respectively. A duo of must-stop shops for visitors and locals alike, Charlie Johns and Speculator Department Store are commemorating their milestone anniversaries with a summer full of…
Love Maple? Try These Delicious Maple Glazed Ribs!
The Adirondacks is known for delectable maple syrup, but you should know it’s for more than just pancakes. Maple has found a resurgence in popularity, and people today enjoy maple flavor in all sorts of treats, like coffee, baked goods and frozen confections. But maple syrup has also taken a place at the dinner table…
Maple Syrup Is A Family Tradition at Weaver’s Sugar Bush
When you visit the Adirondacks, especially in the fall, you can’t help but notice all the beautiful deciduous trees that adorn the countryside. Many of those leaf-bearing trees are maples, and that means in the spring, people living in the Speculator area – and all throughout the state – can enjoy the benefit of the…
Irish Soda Bread – The Perfect Accompaniment to Your St. Patrick’s Day Feast
Everyone looks forward to the traditional St. Patrick’s Day dinner of corned beef, cabbage and potatoes – whether they’re Irish or not! This year, why not serve up a piping hot loaf of Irish soda bread along with the usual fixings? It’s incredibly easy to make, and tastes delicious right out of the oven slathered…
Wild Bird Winter Care 101
Especially during this time of year, we often think of those that are less fortunate than ourselves and we look to assist in ways that we are able to. Perhaps we donate to our local food pantry or volunteer at the local soup kitchen or maybe assist with meal preparation through our church. These are…