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Not Really Friday and I Want a Beer!

Posted on January 7, 2023 by mohawkvalleygirl

Look at me, making my Lame Post Friday post on Friday. Only it is not really a Friday for me, because I have to work on Saturday. I feel so ill-used! I know, I know, many people have to work on Saturday. I used to be one of them. I mean, I used to have to work every Saturday of my life. So I must count my blessings that I do not have to work every damn Saturday.

I believe it would make a dull post to spend 200 words complaining about having to work tomorrow, so I will change the subject. I know! I will search my Media Library for a picture to pep things up.

Some people have no perception.

In fact, sometimes I am piddle-puttering. I wonder if that word is hyphenated? According to the plaque, lolly gagging and dilly dallying are not.

It often is.

I did have a rather stressful day. However, I have had worse, and so once again I count my blessings. I did indulge in a libation when I got home, but it was not beer. I may go to Beer Belly Bob’s in Ilion, NY, and purchase some one day soon.

I don’t know if the bottom sign is still applicable.

Just to complete my post with a shout out: Route 51 Beer Belly Bob’s Discount Beverage Center is located at 70 Otsego St., Ilion, NY, phone number 315-895-0936. They are open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

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Frogs and Beer, What’s Not to Like?

Posted on September 22, 2021 by mohawkvalleygirl

Last Friday Steven and I went to Route 51 Beer Belly Bob’s Discount Beverage Center for a tasting with Frog Alley Brewing Company of Schnectady.

We tasted Vienna Lager, Squints Sour, Harvest Ale, and Mohop IPA. I pronounced all of them yummy. We decided to purchase the Harvest Ale, because it was seasonal.

Rich and Eric, the guys from Frog Alley, were really nice. They told us stuff about the beer and brewing process, and they gave us each a frog sticker!

Also present was the food truck Brewvey Bites. We had other plans for dinner (this was the night we went to the Brass Tack in Frankfort to hear the Posers), but I took a picture and promised to look for them at future events (it happened soon!)(Preview of Coming Attractions).

Beer Belly Bob’s is located at 70 Otsego St., Ilion NY. They are open 9 a.m. to p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. You can follow them on Facebook to find out about future tastings.

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I Don’t Whine, I Wine!

Posted on May 13, 2020 by mohawkvalleygirl

Did I mention that I joined a wine group on Facebook? I think I must have (regular readers will understand that I am too lazy to go back and check). Well, one reason I was so tired yesterday was that I spent a great deal of time driving around looking for porches to leave wine in front of. No, I do not have GPS nor yet smart phone I can look directions up on. I don’t even have a local street map, if such a thing is still available (note to self: look for a local street map).

It was fun putting these together.

I fixed up six packages. I had purchased inexpensive wine from Valley Wine and Liquor in Herkimer and beer from Beer Belly Bob’s in Ilion. I also utilized the dollar store. I re-used tissue paper from my collection. Waste not, want not, I always say.

My first stop!

My first two stops were at friends’ places I had been at before. And yet I drove by Kim’s house twice before making it there.

I was concerned by the lack of a roof.

I drove away from this place and drove back to take the picture. It had stopped raining when I left the stuff there, only to start up again later. Next time, I will cover things in plastic or pick a sunny day for deliveries.

One of the prettier porches I saw.

The above was one of the easier ones to find. I did not get pictures of the others. At one, the door opened before I got there. At another, I was parked in a no parking zone and wanted to hurry. By the last, I was just done!

It was fun to drive around, except for when I got lost, something I have rather a talent for. I was glad to spread some cheer. I may do it again!

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Cinema Followed Scattered

Posted on May 3, 2020 by mohawkvalleygirl

I shall attempt a Saturday Cinema post. We are in fact in the midst of the movie-watching portion of the day. I am even missing one of my favorite scenes in The Bad Seed as I type this.

Crazy eyes!

Before The Bad Seed, we saw a flick with several killer kids with even crazier eyes: Village of the Damned, screened by Svengoolie. We DVR all the Svengoolie episodes we can.

I need more rubber chickens in my life.

Before Svengoolie, we watched one of our all time favorites, Deathtrap.

Christopher Reeve and Michael Caine, up to no good?

We have not been watching movies all day. This morning I wrote a few post cards and walked with them to the post office. I took a long way home, because it was such a beautiful day. Before leaving for the post office, I put a load of laundry in the washer. I’m afraid that is the extent of my multi-tasking. I was happy to be able to hang the laundry on the clothesline.

While the laundry flapped in the breeze, I wrestled the garage door up and hauled out my non-power mower. Pushing that sucker up and down the lawn is some good exercise. I figured that would make up for my not running this morning.

I rewarded myself for the yard work with a cold beer, purchased at Beer Belly Bob’s in Ilion (just to sneak in a plug for a local business). Steven sat with me on the porch while I enjoyed my beverage. We were both delighted that it was warm enough to do so.

So I guess my blog post has been both Cinema and Scattered Saturday. Perhaps I should celebrate with another beer.

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Snapped to Svengoolie, What’s Next on Scattered Saturday?

Posted on March 8, 2020 by mohawkvalleygirl

I guess I did enough stuff today to qualify for a Scattered Saturday post, but I did not take any pictures, so it will not be such an exciting post as it may have been.

I went for a run this morning. I have been running all week, but I hope not to be so remiss in the future. For one reason, I am registered to run the Boilermaker 15K in July. Training for that will no doubt rate a Running Commentary post. We shall see.

Later on, my friend Kim and I went to Stella’s Styles in Dolgeville, NY. I have been there a few times, bit Kim never has. Alas, we were so busy shopping that I neglected to take any pictures. This means we must make another road trio to Dolgeville, right?

Back in Herkimer, we went to my house to pick up my husband, Steven. While we waited for him to get ready, Kim drank a 1911 Hard Cider which Steven and I had purchased after a tasting at Beer Belly Bob’s Route 51 Discount Beverages in Ilion, NY. I sipped a glass of Black Ink Red Blend, purchased at Ilion Wine and Spirits.

When Steven was ready, we went to Salvatore’s Pizzeria and Restaurant in Herkimer for a yummy dinner. We love that place!

Now we are sitting here watching Snapped. We may move on to a DVD’d episode of Svengoolie. In any case, at least I have over 200 words. We’ll try for some pictures tomorrow.

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I Wasn’t Tired When I Tasted

Posted on January 22, 2020 by mohawkvalleygirl

Cute girl with beer, what’s not to like?

So there I was, feeling too tired to make a blog post. I went to my pictures, wondering if I could come up with something, and my thumb accidentally hit this delightful shot. This is Emily at Beer Belly Bob’s Discount Beverage in Ilion, NY. She is pouring us a growler, which we purchased after a tasting recently.

I picked up a couple of stickers and coasters, as I usually do at these things.

The tasting was Buried Acorn Brewing Company, which is located in Syracuse, NY. Steven and I visit Syracuse on occasion, usually to visit my sister Diane and her family (they live in Liverpool, which is practically Syracuse). We immediately began to plan when we can go to Acorn with Diane and her husband, Chris.

I thought this was a good pose.

I wanted to get a picture of John, who poured and told us about the brews. At first he just stood and smiled, which was nice. Then he reached into the tub for another beer to pour, and I said, “Wait! Smile!” I’m nobody’s great photographer, but I liked this.

We tasted a few good brews, but unfortunately I did not take good notes. This is why I should make my blog posts sooner after I have these Mohawk Valley Adventures. On the other hand, this is a better blog post than I had thought myself capable of making (or do I flatter myself?).

Buried Acorn Brewing Company is located at 881 Van Rensselaer St., Syracuse, NY, phone number 315-552-1499, web site http://www.BuriedAcorn.com.

Route 51 Beer Belly Bob’s Discount Beverage is located at 70 Otsego St., Ilion, NY, phone number 315-895-0936. You can Like them on Facebook.

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Red Shed Brewery at Beer Belly Bob’s

Posted on December 19, 2019 by mohawkvalleygirl

On a recent Friday evening, Steven and I ventured out to Beer Belly Bob’s in Ilion, NY. They don’t have tastings every week, so we were happy we saw this one on Facebook. When we realized it was for an area brewery, we were delighted. I am happy to recommend Red Shed Brewery of Cherry Valley and Cooperstown.

As we walked in, one of the other people tasting said, “She’ll write an article about you!” I felt famous.

Red Shed would definitely be a good thing for me to write about for Mohawk Valley Living magazine, but I want to visit one of their tap rooms first. For now I will content myself with a blog post. David Olson, the man pouring gave me a card, and I have already visited their Facebook page. I hope to make a trip to Cooperstown soon!

David Olson, one of the folks responsible for some yummy beer.

The first brew we tried was Jessica’s Red. It won my ultimate accolade of “yummy.” We went on to Cloudy Girl, which was very fruity. I did not like it as much as Jessica’s Red, but thought it would be a good summer drink. The Smoked Porter was heavy, smoky (of course), and very dark It was tasty, but I could not drink a lot of it.

Steven, enjoying a taste.

Red Shed is only available on draft right now, but we were able to purchase a growler for a very good price.

Jessica’s Red in Beer Belly Bob’s growler.

For more information about Red Shed Brewery, you can go to redshedbrewing.com. or visit their Facebook page.

Route 51 Beer Belly Bob’s Discount Beverage Center is located at 70 Otsego St., Ilion, NY, phone number 315-895-0936. You can find them on Facebook, too!

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Snapshots from my Weekend

Posted on December 17, 2018 by mohawkvalleygirl

Yes, it is a Wrist to Forehead Sunday post. I am TIRED from dancing my buns off last night to The Posers at Ilion Elks Lodge. What a fun night! Unfortunately, the snapshots promised in the headline are not of that (then again, I would probably be pretty embarrassed if I saw pictures of myself dancing). I did not bring my Tablet with me, because I knew I would be spending a lot of time on the dance floor and did not want to worry about it. However, earlier that day I had the Tablet with me and took a couple of pictures.

She so pretty.

Here is my friend Kim demonstrating the proper use of a bottle cozy at Route 51 Beer Belly Bob’s Discount Beverage Center, where we attended a fun beer tasting. Kim suggested also getting a picture of the bartender.

Yes, that is Bob himself.

We just missed a performance by The Happy Haggs Dance Troupe, but we saw the Haggs about to take a buggy ride. I told them I wanted to be a Happy Hagg. It may happen in 2019.

The unposed shot.

After they realized I was trying to get a picture.

I also had to get a shot of the beautiful horses.

I am not always good at remembering to take pictures. For one reason, the Tablet is a little awkward. Maybe I should get one of them there smart phones. Then again, any phone can’t be smarter than its user. That’s where I may run into problems. In the meantime, I am over 250 words. I call that OK for a Wrist to Forehead Sunday. I hope to see you all on Monstrous Monday.

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Cinema Followed Scattered

Snapped to Svengoolie, What’s Next on Scattered Saturday?

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