Business

Town Day Postponed

May 17, 2024
Mother Nature strikes again! Belmont Town Day will not be happening tomorrow as planned, due to a forecast of rain. This is the second year in a row that gloomy weather has doused plans for the May celebration. Town Day has been…
Man in a bee protective suit.

The Sweet Business of Farming Honey Bees

May 15, 2024
Are you ready for the swarming season? Phil Thomas is. Thomas owns the Belmont Bee Company, a small business specializing in organic honey sourced from his local hives. He is a master beekeeper, having gone through the three-year Cornell University Master Beekeeping…
A young man holding a toy castle.

The Squabblin’ Goblin: A Game Changer for Tabletop Fans

March 31, 2024
Mortal enemies brandished intimidating weapons, facing off in an epic clash of good against evil. While deadly skirmishes caused multiple casualties on the battlefield, there was nothing but camaraderie on the sidelines. David Irons, leading a troop of miniature goblins, challenged Dillon…
A woman standing in front of an artistic display.

More Than a Store, Karma is a Place for Community Building

February 17, 2024
Remember pink pussyhats? The AIDS quilt? COVID masks with pointed messages? Welcome to the world of “craftivism,” creating handmade items to make political statements, advance a cause, or share a point of view. This weekend, a Belmont business will be crafting for…