After reading Simon's posts regarding the downturn in small business at the Dryden village crossroads, I thought I'd throw out some quick thoughts. In just the few days we've been in the village we have tried hard to use the local merchants: Bought bevs at the Dryden Liquor Store, got my hair cut at Shear Designs, pizza from Todi's and I think a new wing on the Agway may bear our name on it from the number of visits to get odds and ends.
On a related note, there are at least three new residents on our block alone. They like and want to support the locals too.
Until reading the Living in Dryden post I was unaware of the money that has been spent recently on sprucing up the crossroads area. I can say that the library, the village green, the charm and quality of the crossroads certainly impacted our decision to buy our house and settle here. The net: The village appears to be growing, and folks really like to keep their money local. Hey area merchants, or those considering starting a small business, how about filling some of those empty storefronts? We want to spend our money with you!
In keeping with the green growth tone of this post, here's a pic from our garden, a couple of months ago...
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Welcome, newcomers! Love the story of how Dave Makar via Mike Lane connected you to the Ferger mansion, and love the fact that someone has bought that wonderful place. Having recently finished building new, we can give you long lists of tradespeople NOT to use as you renovate! The Dryden Dems will be hosting a Village Dem get-together in January, probably at the Candlelight Inn (another local biz that we love to support), so watch your mailbox for an invitation.
2:22 PM
Just caught on to your blog. Welcome to Dryden! My family lives about 5 miles outside of the village. Look foward to following the improvements on the house.
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