The Fox & Bear Lodge would be honored to host your next special event! At the Fox & Bear Lodge, your hosts Brant and Dearrick strive to create for their guests an experience that is truly unique. Brunches, private parties celebrating special occasions, weddings, and/or pre or post-wedding gatherings are elevated with sophisticated touches your hosts can provide. Stunning floral arrangements, beautifully displayed foods both savory and sweet, signature cocktails, or a mixed fruits mimosa bar: these are just a few of the elements that your guests would encounter at an event hosted at The Fox & Bear Lodge. If you are looking to hold a one-of-a-kind gathering that your family and friends are sure to remember, consider holding it at our Lodge. We look forward to serving you.

A historic property with timeless beauty, Sylvan Ridge Farm is nestled into a wooded mountainside overlooking the Delaware River Valley. Our mid-19th century farmhouse, cottage, and event barn have been revitalized with design insights from renowned architect Peter Bohlin and the meticulous skill of Pennsylvania Amish craftsmen to create a truly unique gathering place. Guests enjoy total solitude on the secluded 193 acres, yet the farm is only 10 minutes away from Interstate 84, historic Milford, PA, and Port Jervis, NY, with easy access from New York City via train, bus, or car. We specialize in long-format weddings, where one couple has exclusive venue access for a full weekend and can have their rehearsal dinner, brunch, or other side events at no additional charge. Overnight lodging for up to 16 guests and professional month-of coordination are included in every package!

If you're seeking a charming, rustic, vintage venue that looks like it's straight out of the pages of a fairytale storybook, look no further than The Barn at Black Walnut Farm! Our historic 19th-century barn has been meticulously renovated and restored to its original glory… with a few added bells and whistles. We offer air-conditioning, heating, and a 4-foot disco ball, among other modern amenities. The property is a hidden gem set amidst 34 acres of breathtaking grounds with open meadows, forests, winding nature trails, and gardens, offering an idyllic backdrop for events of up to 200 guests. We specialize in creating unforgettable celebrations filled with heart. Work with our catering team or bring in your own-- we allow you to customize every detail of your day! Overnight accommodations for 8-10 are included in our premium long-weekend packages, along with a suite of amenities for a resort-style feel.

✨ Planning Your Perfect Event? We've Got You! ✨ Looking for a seamless, no-stress vibe for your ceremony? We’re all about making it easy—ceremonies are on the house! 🎉 Keep the party going with music until 11 pm (yep, gotta respect those town rules) and wrap up your event on time, but don’t worry—we’ve got after-party options in Hudson or Rhinebeck! 🌃 Bars stay open ‘til 3 am, and food’s served ‘til 1 am, so you can keep the energy high. 🍕🍸 Bonus: Get rehearsal time the day before AND clean-up time the morning after. More time to make it perfect, less stress on the big day. ✨ We don’t do catering, but no sweat—we’ve got a lineup of awesome vendors we recommend. Plus, we require a wedding coordinator (because organization = peace of mind) and wedding insurance to keep things covered. ✅ Let’s make your event one for the books! 📖

Catskill views abound at this lovely Hudson Valley B&B, whose lush five-acre plot looks out across Shawangunk Ridge. At the property's heart, a gorgeous Dutch Colonial Farmhouse greets guests with 18th-Century charm. Wed beneath the pretty gazebo, followed by cocktails in the 250 year-old Locust Grove, which also features the covered Bluestone Patio. Follow with a tented, seated or floating reception on the lawn or under a beautiful tent. Wrap up the celebration with dancing and a festive bonfire sendoff. The B&B sleeps up to 14 guests.

The Graham & Co. is a 19 room boutique hotel in Phoenicia, a small hamlet in the Catskill region of New York State. Inspired by the heritage of the Catskills, the Graham & Co. is a modern take on the classic weekend getaway. We are located at the foot of Hunter Mountain and just two blocks off of Phoenicia’s main street, approximately 2.5 hours from New York City. Only 20 minutes away from Woodstock, 40 minutes from Kingston and an hour from Hudson. The hotel is close to many outdoor activities: hiking, fishing, tubing and skiing as well as local wineries, breweries, antiques, shopping and art galleries, The Graham & Co. is a perfect destination for any time of the year!

Phoenicia Diner offers a unique and retro setting for weddings, combining vintage charm with modern comforts. The venue’s cozy interiors and exceptional service make it an ideal choice for couples looking for a memorable celebration. With customizable menus and flexible event spaces, Phoenicia Diner ensures a personalized experience. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a larger reception, this venue provides a charming and distinctive backdrop for your special day.

A home to Hudson Valley food + bev adventure seekers since 2013, Plan Bee Farm Brewery proudly brews 100% NYS beer. Our beers go from ground to glass within measurable feet of their origins. At Plan Bee Farm Brewery, our beers are created by the limitation of local resources. From the yeast we cultivate from our honeycomb, to the grain and hops in our fields, if it isn’t in our community it doesn’t enter our beer. Weddings at Plan Bee Farm Brewery are relaxed, romantic, and environmentally conscious. Nestle in with your closest family and friends for a garden ceremony and cocktail hour, followed by dinner, dancing, and sweeping sunset views in our brand new hilltop pavilion. We would be so thrilled to host your special day on the grounds of our whimsical woodland farm, where we proudly grow the ingredients for our 100% NYS Farm Beer. With us, the natural world is never too far away.

Liberty View Farm, featured in Martha Stewart's wedding book, is the perfect place for couples looking for a destination experience. If you are looking for a full blown EXPERIENCE - an immersive, once-in-a-lifetime cultural experience then Liberty View Farm is for you. Hosting perfect weddings for 17 years. Featured in Martha Stewart's wedding book. Liberty View Farm is a peaceful, beautiful and exciting wedding venue just over an hour and a half north from NYC in the fabled Hudson River Valley, this location boasts magnificent views all around in a private setting. This 20 acre farm with many gardens, views, barn and tent, has been the backdrop to 200 weddings to date. Some of Liberty View Farm team members have been working together for 22, 17 14 years and are dedicated to making memories for you and your nearest and dearest. You can experience love and joy surrounded by tall green trees, stone walls, barns, and beautiful gardens. There is a three-bedroom farmhouse onsite.

Built in 1845 as a Methodist Church and later purchased and expanded in 1895 by the Masons, this former iconic building in the City of Poughkeepsie has undergone a major transformation to become a one-of-a-kind event space in the Hudson Valley. Many original features remain today such as the large stained glass windows, brick façade, architectural details, wood floors, and so much more. Rich in history and nestled in the heart of the Queen City of Poughkeepsie, Revel 32° offers guests something truly unique. With city and urban flair, Revel 32° is the perfect location for any celebration, meeting, conference, festival, fundraiser etc... With seven unique spaces, the venue allows for creativity and flexibility to suit your needs. ​Located next door to the 40 Cannon Street and the 1915 Wine Bar, King's Court Brew Co, Cafe 40, & Gallery 40, Revel 32° is proud to be part of Poughkeepsie's revitalization!

Living Stone is an enchanted forest wedding venue in the Catskills- an exquisite handmade open air Pavilion nestled in the woods of the Catskills, with our very own waterfall. Onsite catering, full liquor license, and all the amenities of a state of the art facility, but in the woods. Contact us to set up a site visit to come and see our unique venue in person, and take the first step in hosting the wedding of your dreams!

Located in the heart of the Hudson River Valley, experience beautiful and breathtaking grounds for pictures while being conveniently located in the Metro area. With our stylish rustic aesthetic and top-notch amenities, this one-of-a-kind destination sets the scene for a truly unforgettable experience. For couples that want a farm wedding, but not a dirt floor, Bad Seed Cider can provide a unique yet lavish wedding experience for guests. Whether you're planning a grand soiree with 125 of your best friends or a more intimate event, we have you covered. Ceremonies can take place with a scenic view of the apple orchard. After saying 'I do', couples and their loved ones can make their way into the Cider House for a night of dancing and entertainment. The 3,000 square feet of indoor space is a blank slate for you to plan your perfect reception. Plus over 5,000 square foot outdoor space complete with fire pits for your guests to relax and unwind at the end of a memorable evening.

Nestled in the heart of the Hudson Valley, Kismet House was brought to life as the perfect venue for your dream wedding and next event. With housing for 24 onsite it's an amazing local destination wedding weekend. The Kismet property spans 62 acres, anchored around our centerpiece, an original classic Red Barn. Surrounded by acres of apple orchards, a secretly nestled pond amidst the trees, meandering walking trails. — Kismet House is a memorable and escape close enough to find a wooded paradise less than two hours from New York City.

Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa offers both indoor and outdoor spaces to host your ceremony and reception on its extraordinary 75 acres. We offer onsite accomodation for up to 50 guests across houses, lofts, and our historical inn. Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa provides catering for your wedding through their premier on-site restaurant, Henry’s at the Farm, which prides itself on providing a true farm-to-table experience and offers

Nestled in the valley of Saddle Mountain, overlooking two private, spring-fed lakes, and featuring an outstanding facilities, rustic, climate-controlled cabins and sumptuous cuisine, Timber Lake is one of the most sought-after wedding venues in the Catskills. We are available for weddings for the middle of May until early-June and then again from mid-August through September. Camp weddings are a fast-growing trend in the United States and Timber Lake offers the use of the one of the most beautiful and heralded summer camp properties in the country for your special day.

Vanderbilt Lakeside offers thoughtfully curated stays and events in a welcoming gathering space, with custom in-house food and bar packages. Charming, versatile, and ideal for group getaways, retreats, and celebrations of all sizes—from intimate dinner parties, to large scale gatherings and bespoke weddings. ​ The space itself is a newly redesigned, large (6000 SF) house. It was originally built in the 1800s. The outdoor areas can also be incorporated for your event--our deck and yard are completely open-air; you would be welcome to work with a third-party rental company to have a tent set up, if of interest. Including the outdoor areas, we have the following approximate Capacity for Events: *Seated Dinner with a Ceremony: 100 guests *Seated Dinner without a Ceremony (or with a ceremony that has fewer guests in attendance): 130 *Cocktail Party with or without a Ceremony: up to 150 guests

The Hudson Milliner Art Salon is a creative and collaborative space located in a historic 1860's building in the center of Hudson, NY. Conveniently located to the train station, this unique location is the perfect place to have an intimate event in upstate New York.

When you get married at Basilica Hudson, you can use the entire building, configured to your vision within any of our multiple spaces — Main Hall, North Hall, West Wing, and outdoor spaces (7,000 square feet indoors; 10,000 square feet outdoors). Basilica Hudson offers ample indoor restrooms and plenty of onsite parking. So why is Basilica Hudson such a unique and special wedding venue? Here are a few reasons why it is: No cut off time (pending NYS regulations), location doesn’t have a noise ordinance Bring in your favorite vendors (we do have preferred caterers, planners and rental companies) Start and End time of the event is up to you Pet friendly venue Large amount of rentals already included in site fee (farm tables, wood folding chairs, stationery and portable bars, bathrooms, lighting)

Experience the beauty and elegance of this 1870’S historic church, now fully renovated and modernized for all your event needs. Our 2,500 square foot, freshly painted white and cream interior venue located in the picturesque Hudson NY offers a unique and stunning setting for weddings, parties, performances, dinners, photo + video shoots, and so much more… "The space can comfortably accommodate 100 invited guests and is equipped with a full modern kitchen for dining, professional spot lighting for image highlights, ample storage space, and two bathrooms for your guests' convenience. 30 ft high ceilings, hand-painted stain-glass windows with stunning natural light, and timeless architecture will provide a one-of-a-kind backdrop for any event. Our doors are open for your next special occasion in a space that is truly unforgettable. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you would like to book this stunning location. Thank You

The restored dairy barn built in 1828 on a 100 acre, family ran, historic venue with modern-day amenities is nestled in the Hudson Valley, NY. It can host up to 150 guests comfortably inside the barn, with additional space on the deck for cocktail hour and an adjacent lawn area for your ceremony. There is also an additional lounge seating area if some of your guests would like to relax with a bit of quiet time. Antique chandeliers accent the hardwood floors, walls and beams providing the rustic character that compliments the temperature controlled AC and heat to enable us to provide year-round events. In addition to the barn, deck, and ceremony space, the onsite 4 bedroom (7 queen beds) restored farmhouse is included in the venue for the weekend. A Friday check in enables you to prepare yourself for the big day and set up the space in the barn with any decor. The house is yours for the entire weekend for up to 8 guests. It works perfectly as a bridal suite for everyone to get ready.

From a formal gathering to a more intimate get together, a multi course sit down dinner to a fire roasted family style meal, The BARN at Liberty Farms is a beautiful and flexible venue ready to satisfy your needs and desires. With your vision and our experience, together, we will make your entire day personal, unique and truly unforgettable.

Established in 1880, the iconic Thompson House Resort was family owned and operated for over 140 years until Wydler Hotels became the proprietor of this magical property in 2021. Wylder is lovingly restoring, reimagining and honoring the heritage of this property while reinvigorating it with a fresh spirit for the future. We are excited to welcome a new generation of adventurers to this gem in the Great Northern Catskills. Wylder Hotels are different. Brimming with character and sophistication. We exist for travelers who appreciate adventures, big and small. Storied locations. Modern luxury. Discerning taste. Discover destinations to disconnect and spend time with loved ones in nature.

The Bykenhulle House is the perfect setting for a country chic wedding located in the heart of Hudson Valley, New York. Our historic estate boasts a formal ballroom, perennial gardens, a manicured lawn, and multiple stone patios to stage your event.

Here at Mill Creek Caterers we are a private venue. Therefore, you will not share the venue with other weddings or events during your own wedding. Also, depending on the size of your wedding you can have access to the two ballrooms we have here. Along with privacy, we have a beautiful on-site garden where we hold the ceremonies and an outside patio with a fire place. We offer a bridal suite for your wedding day so that the bride is able to touch up during the day. We are located right next to an Inn if guests need rooms close by.

At Windham Manor, we provide the charm. When you rent our property for your wedding weekend, you can let your imagination run wild with possibility. Beautiful backdrops for the wedding of your dreams await!

We can’t think of a more fitting place to say "I do" than where our Kindred Creeks join to become one. Your ceremony can overlook the water as you walk along the creek to meet your new partner. Our beautiful site is customizable to any style of wedding from bohemian to modern and everything in between. Select your tenting, table settings and catering menu to match the day you’ve been dreaming of – all from one place. We have a multitude of crockery, fabrics and styles for you to choose from and customize yourself.

Located in a historic 19th century mill factory building, our brewery is the perfect spot for relaxed, intimate gatherings. Charming historic architectural details create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Enjoy views of Mount Beacon, the Hudson Highlands and the historic east end of Beacon's mile-long Main Street.

This unique wedding venue is nestled on a 58-acre Upstate New York private property, located in the Hudson Valley / Catskills, Capital Region, and is comprised of a gently preserved 1940s barn, romantic European style gardens, a serene pond, verdant pastoral fields, and lush woodlands. Enhanced by a beautifully restored 1800s farmhouse, M&D Farm’s authentic laid-back atmosphere is the magical idyllic setting for an unforgettable, inspiring, intimate outdoor garden barn wedding.

Set at the end of this Catskill Mountain Hollow in Roxbury, NY, this 64 acre farm estate is surrounded on 3 sides by 2,000 acres of forever wild land. It is a magical place. With a country house, flower farm and historic dairy barn it is the perfect backdrop to a outdoor wekeend long celebration. When visitors arrive at the property, it’s immediately apparent that this is an exceptional place. The property is ideally situated “off the beaten path" with magnificent views of the Catskill Mountains stretching endlessly to the south, enveloping guests with a feeling of true serenity. Our guests come to relax, celebrate and create memories that last a lifetime.

Your wedding weekend is a time to celebrate the beginning of something magical. At Beaverkill Valley Inn, we offer a true Catskills destination wedding experience. From the moment you arrive you'll find our beautiful grounds and attentive staff are here to help create memories to last a lifetime. Check in on Friday and enjoy a lively welcome cocktail hour or rehearsal dinner with your wedding party, family and closest friends. Continue the festivities on Saturday with the wedding of your dreams, followed by dinner, dancing, and a late-night bonfire. Enjoy your final hours with us on Sunday with a farewell brunch for you and your guests, allowing you to relax, unwind and reminisce about your time in the Catskills. With an array of ceremony, cocktail and reception locations and the use of the barn for the after party, the Inn is the Catskills' best-kept secret for unforgettable wedding weekends.

Plattekill Mountain is an outdoor mountaintop wedding venue located in the heart of the Catskill Mountains in Roxbury, New York. This site is anything but your typical banquet hall environment; their remote location provides a secluded, private atmosphere with a comfortable indoor-outdoor setting. This stunning venue provides breathtaking vistas of the Catskill Mountains for couples’ ceremonies and receptions that run long into the night. What’s more, this incredible mountain range is accessible by chairlift for adventurous couples and their guests.

Events and Weddings by Allan has been providing full-service catering to the Hudson Valley region since 2015. We are dedicated to creating unforgettable culinary experiences for couples on their special day. We partner with unique venues in the Hudson Valley from Rustic barns to Historic Estates, to Tree Farms or Microbreweries . Our fully equipped state of the art food truck provides us with flexibility in choosing the desired venue location and creating a memorable dining experience for you and your guests. Contact us today to discuss your wedding catering needs and let us bring your vision to life !

Rushmore Estate was built in 1908 by Charles Rushmore for his dear wife. Fast-forward to today, the estate sits on 50 private acres with four private suites and is a gorgeous wedding wedding venue. Rushmore is where old-world charm meets modern luxury. Complete with a 60-foot heated infinity pool, private lake with beachfront and private hiking trails, basketball and tennis courts, large bonfire pit, Rushmore has it all. Our gorgeously detailed ballroom ceiling tops it all off for the perfect reception area. Contact us today for a tour!

Our Venue is conveniently located approximately 3 miles north of the Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, New York State Thruway and Route 17 in Central Valley, NY. Nestled in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains, Falkirk Estate and Country Club can accommodate any size affair, from Grand Weddings and Social Galas to more intimate Cocktail Receptions. Lush landscaping, waterfalls and an elegant white wrought iron Gazebo are all options for the perfect backdrop to your outdoor ceremony as well as memorable photographs at our Rustic Barn and Historic Stone Gate House. Guests will marvel as the sunsets behind the Ramapo Mountains, illuminating the late afternoon sky above your ceremony. Your special day should be as wonderful as you have always imagined.

Welcome to the Inn at Mount Pleasant! We have a barn for a rustic wedding, an inn for 10 guests, and beautiful New England views. We offer numerous scenic ceremony locations, a firepit, bistro lighting and chandeliers, farm tables, and much more!

South Farms' features a premier farmland destination in Litchfield County and our award-winning events venue, The White Barn at South Farms Conveniently located between NYC and Boston in the Litchfield Hills of Connecticut, The White Barn at South Farms is a state-of-the-art events venue creatively constructed within the iconic Sam Paletsky Barn. South Farms boasts a working farm, stunning pastoral views, and all the amenities you would expect with a premier venue.

Wyndcrest Estate is a wedding venue located in picturesque Bethlehem, CT. The newly built rustic-style barn is positioned on top of a hill, overlooking a beautiful equine facility. This stunning property can host up to 250+ guests and features a gazebo for cocktail hour, spacious lawns for yard games, and new ceremony building! Wyndcrest Estate Venue is set up a bit differently, which is something we pride ourselves on! We are exclusive in the sense that we host only one wedding a weekend and we give wedding parties the entire weekend to enjoy their big day! This includes the day before for set up and rehearsal, the day of for the event, and the day after for cleanup. Additionally, onsite housing allows for the parties to gather throughout the entire weekend. We do not have a preferred list of caterers, in order to allow you to chose however you would like to celebrate your wedding. We also allow special requests such as dogs, bounce houses, mobile bars, etc.

Crystal Peak Wedding and Special Events Facility is nestled on a mountain peak in Northwestern Connecticut, convenient to both Litchfield County and Hartford County. Our chef owned property provides high quality food and service at a very fair price. Co-owners John and Jennifer Roller are both extremely active and work directly with you on your wedding day. Our Goal is the same as yours we want everybody who attends your wedding to leave thinking that was a wonderful day!!

Transport yourself to another time and place—classically modern, a timeless escape. Built in 1878 and located in the heart of downtown Albany, The Kenmore Ballroom continues to enchant those who enter its doors. With a storied history as a hotel that once hosted performers like Frank Sinatra, this Victorian building has been transformed into a venue that feels lush, chic and vintage-inspired.

Our majestic property catches your eye immediately with a large yellow barn set back from the road draped by rolling grassy fields. As beautiful as the entry is behind the barn there is a lovely flat featuring a large spring fed pond, stonewalls galore and a Catskill mountain backdrop. Grand entrances welcome guests to spacious dining and entertaining spaces. The barn was completed in 1890 and is a one-of-a-kind piece of art and architecture Warm lights highlight the original wood interior, wide floorboards welcome dancers and cozy nooks create mingling opportunities for every guest. The soft grass courtyard and old paths are surrounded by stonewalls that lure you to a secret ceremony site and first look locations. Breathtaking sunsets and star filled skies make your day magical. Come see the Maple Shade Magic for yourself!

We are a small intimate setting perfect for micro weddings or elopements. We have a covered outdoor deck for a ceremony and dinner or an indoor banquet room that hold up to 40 people with a foyer for a cocktail reception.

At La Mirage Restaurant & Banquet Facility, we make it easier to create memories that will last a lifetime. Make your special day a truly unforgettable experience. We offer affordable wedding packages at different price points. Along with exemplary catering, our event space includes amenities that are hard to find in the Hudson Valley, such as our sunken dance floor.

First and foremost, congratulations! Your wedding day will be one of the most important days of your lives. We at La Mirage specialize in meeting all your wedding needs. We would be honored if you would choose our facility to share in your joyous occasion. Our facility features Hudson Valley’s one and only sunken dance floor as well as several other amazing features that you will surely love. Additionally we offer beautifully landscaped grounds for you and your significant other to exchange vows on.

Created by pioneering artist and professor Harvey Fite, Opus 40 is a world-famous sculpture park and museum with nearly 60 acres of meadows, forested paths and bluestone quarries — including 6.5 acres of earthwork sculpture — in the heart of the Hudson Valley. We welcome guests from April through November, and host live music and theatrical performances — all with the majestic Catskill Mountains as the backdrop. “In a culture of disposability,” notes David Wallis in The New York Times, not only does Opus 40 constitute “what Architectural Digest described as one of ‘the most beguiling works of art on the entire continent,’ but stands as a monument to discipline and hard work.” Considered by many to be the Stonehenge of North America, Opus 40 welcomes more than 20,000 visitors each year. Our “spectacular stone monument” (VICE) serves as a popular site for destination weddings, as well as photo shoots for the likes of Barneys NY, VOGUE, Nylon and famed photographer Nigel Barker.

Westwind Orchard is a BioIntensive Orchard and Farm. Our unfiltered and sulfite free cider is pressed onsite. We raise our own chickens. Our honey comes from our bees. We bake our own bread and make fresh mozzarella. Berries, vegetables and herbs are fresh from our garden. Our team will help you curate the perfect menu that highlights our farm-to-table Roman-style cuisine. Each season we host a select number of private events ranging from work retreats, to luncheons, to rehearsal dinners & weddings. Each event is curated by our management team, our events coordinator, and executive chef. We offer traditional Roman-style cuisine inspired by the seasons in a casual family-style format. Bar packages include our natural hard ciders along with New York State wine, beer, and spirits, as well as custom cocktails.

Newly redesigned and fully renovated, the Doubletree Poughkeepsie is a full-service hotel that can be your one-stop shop for all your event needs. We host outdoor wedding ceremonies, and on our brand-new rooftop garden featuring private manicured gardens and panoramic views of Poughkeepsie, NY. For larger receptions, trade the terrace for Regency Ballroom, our largest venue. Meanwhile, watch your loved ones as they enjoy our Grand treatment: chilled table displays, butler-served champagne and hors d’oeuvres, interactive action stations, signature cocktails, ice sculptures, and so much more. Get ready for the big day in one of our beautiful Bridal Suites. We also have a standalone restaurant and bar to enjoy your after-party, a spacious outdoor patio w/ a fire-pit to relax and unwind.

The Caboose is the historic long barn located right next to our sister restaurant, Kitty’s, right across from the river in Hudson, NY. Soon, it will be a dynamic space with a wine shop and culinary native garden, as well as a stunning 3500 square foot event space. We have worked with a team of ecologically-centered architects and designers to make a space that is as beautiful as it is environmentally friendly.

We are honored to have served the community for 9 years and counting - whether you are a regular or a new friend, it is our pleasure to host you. We look forward to welcoming you to BackBar in Hudson. Please visit our website to book us for events!! backbar-hudson(dot)com