Unique events like these truly put a print on your heart. Sip+ Craft at Plan Bee Brewery was such a memorable way to spend Summer Solstice. Arrival and check in was seamless. Parking looked a little tight but worked out perfectly. The presentation of the bowls for Kintsugi was so well executed, and the Lager from Plan Bee paired perfectly with the weather and crafting. Getting to know the owners and their story was on of my favorite parts of the evening. It's so beautiful when partners in life take that love and become partners in business as well. I look forward to returning and exploring their property and beer offerings in the future. Much love to Tara and her assistant for sharing their experience with Kintsugi and allowing us the opportunity to break things with intention and mend them with Gold. This event definitely goes on my Top 5 YEE events. Thank you to our lovely CM for bringing the heat for the first day of Summer. read more

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This was my second trip to The Bee Farm, but my first time ever experiencing kintsugi--and I loved it! The event was beautifully simple, hosted outdoors on the longest day of the year. The sun was shining, and nature was in full glory. I came with my wife, sister, and brother-in-law to share this rich experience. We started with a complimentary beer before the kintsugi workshop began. Tara led us through the process, and she was A+! patient, clear, and encouraging, giving us just the right balance of guidance and creative freedom. We laughed, painted, only after we broke our bowls just to rebuild them (how often do you get to do that?). This was one of those special experiences that draws you in completely and delivers on its promise. By the end, I walked away with not just a repaired bowl, but new memories and a deeper sense of coming back together. Once again, what might sound simple on paper became something truly meaningful. I'm so grateful to have been part of it. And shoutout to Marietta--as always, the CM with the most--for making it exceptional! 5/5 stars. read more

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This was not my first time at Plan Bee Farm Brewery. It was my initial introduction, however, to finding out about the owners and their philosophy, namely growing the ingredients used to make their products. It was great to support a business that sources locally. The grounds of Plan Bee are beautifully verdant. We were able to see chickens and beehives (from afar). An added bonus was enjoying a soothing sunset. As part of the Yelp event, we occupied the pavilion , a part of Plan Bee that I had not visited before. As the event was held outside, I had expected to encounter many mosquitoes. Although there were a few, they were not bothersome enough to affect the event. For refreshments, we were provided a tasting of lager and a cookie from Pink Sugar Pastries We also received a Yelp bottle opener, sunglasses and stickers. The main event was learning the art of Kintsugi. Tara DeLuca, the owner of Hudson Valley Kintsugi is an art therapist. After first informing us of her company's birth out of the COVID-19 pandemic, she lead us through the process of breaking, painting, and repairing a clay bowl. We glued the bowl back together, using an adhesive mixed with gold Mica powder. Tara Kearsing Photography made sure our fun event was documented. Once again, thank you to Marietta and Yelp Hudson Valley for a creative and educational evening on the longest day of the year. read more

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Yelp event 6/20/25, a beautiful evening at this Yelp/Kintsugi event. The Plan Bee venue is a brewery where they grow their own ingredients, and is an apiary that produces honey and honey based products. Tonight I got to break something on purpose and get put it back together again using an ancient craft that uses glue and gold to make it almost new again. There's a wabi sabi aura to the practice. It may be broken, but it doesn't mean it's worthless, useless, or unusable. Like people, we have a few scars. But, that doesn't mean we've lost the battle, we keep on persevering. Think of the song from the play, Man of La Mancha The Impossible Dream. In one of my lives, for about 20, I fabricated orthotics and prosthetics devices. Helping my patients get back into the game of life. read more

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If you're not familiar with the Poughkeepsie area, Plan Bee Farm Brewery is located not too far from Dutchess Community College. As a Poughkeepsie native I had never heard nor been to the brewery so it was great to experience my first Hudson Valley Yelp Elite event. The road leading to Plan Bee Farm Brewery was unpaved and rocky, so keep that in mind for your car it might be part of their rustic, farm style aesthetic. Either way what the owners Evan and Emily have done to this place incorporates the Hudson Valley uniqueness, charm, with the touch of whimsical touches. The outdoor seating area had a cozy, cutesy vibe with string lights and a beautiful view of the Hudson Valley landscape--perfect for catching the sunset. I didn't go inside the farmhouse, which I believe is over 200 years old, but it looked really charming. The owner even brought our drinks out to us during the workshop, which was a really nice touch and much appreciated. What stood out to me was their on-site bee farm, which plays a key role in their brewing process. The owners incorporate the honey and natural yeast, giving everything a truly local and unique flavor. I'm not a big beer person, but the one I tried was subtle and smooth--not overpowering at all. I also had a strawberry cider, which was really nice, and I can not wait to try more. The drinks were affordable, which made the whole experience even better. There were also some cool little touches around the property a chicken coop (I think I heard chicken upon entering!), a small garden, and a big open area with farm-style seating. I'm not sure what it's used for, but it added to the charm. The Kintsugi workshop was a great and different experience. I was not familiar with the art therapy practice. We worked with repurposed bowls, breaking them and putting them back together using gold glue. Mine came out a little wild and colorful, but I liked how it turned out. You can see it in my photos. It was interesting to see how creative practices like that can bring people together in different ways, even from different backgrounds. Overall, I'd absolutely recommend Plan Bee Farm Brewery. Whether you're local or visiting the Hudson Valley, it's a cute spot with a deep appreciation for the land and a passion for using it creatively from the bees to the rich tastes of the beers and ciders. Emily and her husband Evan, who are behind it all, were super friendly. Evan is also the beekeeper. It's definitely a place I'll come back to with family or friends, or even just on a casual day out. Also, big shout out and thanks Marietta the grteat things you're doing for Yelp Elites in the Hudson Valley and for adding to the great experience. read more

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What a perfect night for a Kintsugi Workshop at Plan Bee Farm & Brewery. Nestled away off the main roads, this place feels so rustic and calming. We got to meet the owners and sample some of the farm-made beers as well as learn all about Kintsugi and make a piece of our own. I really enjoyed this entire event from start to finish and love making a piece by putting back together what was broken. Because I am not a beer drinker, I was happy to hear they also have wine and ciders and tried the Strawberry Rhubarb cider by Hudson North. Near the end of the event, we got a cookie from Pink Sugar pastries which I took home with me. Thanks Marietta for such a lovely evening! read more

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What a fantastic time!!! As we all gathered at our tables, we were welcomed by the owners, Emily and her husband. What a beautiful space and it would be so nice for events like weddings. Emily shared about Plan Bee Brewery and how everything they make is grown right there. They even keep the bees . I will definitely come back here with my hubby to enjoy some more of their sour beers! Next, Tara from Hudson Valley Kintsugi shared how she started the business. I love the whole premise of Kintsugi - how broken things can be useful and beautiful again. The process was so much fun and I really enjoyed my night. I highly recommend HV Kintsugi!!! Thank you to Marietta for always putting together great activities and people to share a great time. read more

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An amazing event! Truly enjoyed! When you drive in, you aren't sure where you are going but once you park, there is a beautiful barn that serves as a tap room with some light snacks. We went over to the covered area where we all enjoyed a sample of their ale. Once settled, Tara started our Kintsugi class. Tara was patient walking us through the process of how to get our bowl from its original state to its finished state. It was amazing to see how Kintsugi transformed all the plain bowls we received into beautiful masterpieces that were unique to each person. Marietta as always does an amazing job of putting together a great event!! read more

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Prior to the event, I was somewhat familiar with the concept of kintsugi, so I was excited about this Yelp Event! Even so, the event exceeded my expectations. Tara was amazing! I loved how she used metaphors and symbolism while walking us through the process. As a therapist, I appreciated her style and approach. It is also cool that the old bowls are given a new life; one man's trash is another one's treasure. This is my second time at a Yelp Event hosted by Plan Bee Brewery. The beer is as I remembered last time, refreshing and flavorful. Mary suggested the strawberry rhubarb cider and I'm glad I tried so, it was delicious! The owners are so kind and passionate about what they do. read more

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I loved the kintsugi event. It was a lot of fun to break, repaint & repair the bowl. Our host was great at introducing the activity and guiding us through each step. I definitely think I've been inspired to do this on my own in the future as well. The venue for the event was very relaxing as well. Much thanks to plan bee brewery for the space and free beer. read more

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After a busy week, Plan Bee Brewery was the perfect way to unwind. Set in the peaceful countryside, we took a slow walk around the garden, said hello to the chickens, and watched the sun set behind rows of hops. What makes this place special isn't just the view--it's the care that goes into the beer. They grow their own hops, grains, and vegetables, and even use a unique yeast that comes from their bees. Would this beer help with my allergies? Either way, it was clear the owners really care about what they do. The lager we tried was fresh, clean, and just right for a warm summer evening. There was also a kintsugi workshop. I've always loved the idea of kintsugi--fixing something broken and making it beautiful again. It was harder than I expected, but really satisfying. My piece wasn't perfect, but that's part of the charm. I'd definitely do it again. read more

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Plan Bee Farm Brewery is tucked away behind a neighborhood on a small hill, the property features hop trellises and cozy spots for their bees, creating an enchanting atmosphere. The brewery itself has a small bar and tasting room where I enjoyed one of their fabulous ginger ciders. The Hudson Valley Kintsugi workshop was thoughtfully organized for beginners. Among our group of about 30 participants, many hadn't done crafts in years, including a woman at our table who was delightfully out of practice. Tara was patient yet efficient, offering helpful advice and engaging anecdotes at each step. Her background as a therapist added depth to the experience, weaving metaphors about healing as we worked on the broken pieces in front of us. My attempt resulted in a chipped but entertaining failed experiment, while my wife's bowl came together beautifully. She enjoyed painting with the provided sponges and various brushes, and her brain found the puzzle of reassembling all the pieces particularly satisfying. If Tara offered longer, less time-pressed workshops, we'd sign up. And we're definitely coming back for Plan Bee's next music event. read more

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Tucked away in Poughkeepsie; there is an awesome brewery Plan Bee Farm brewery with unique locally made beers and ciders that can delight most pallets . Run by a wonderful industrious couple who are kind and hard working . It's the perfect place to grab a drink with friends and family on the weekends good trucks are there to supply you with delicious bites. How wonderful was it to experience a Kintsugi creative workshop with a lovely lady Tara who walked us all through it . Our creative juices were on steroids with this event . Some of my fellow yelp elites were amazingly talented . Their creativity was extreme and I could see how this would be great for bonding experience; a party like a shower ; or just something to get you through the day.. For myself it was date night with my other half and we had a blast so thank you this perfectly wonderful longest day of the year ! read more

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What a wonderful yelp elite event this is! The space is beautiful and the hospitality was Exceptional. just a short drive from my home and I was transported. This farm operation has been around for 10 years, and I cannot believe that we are only discovering it through this yelp event. On this longest day of the year, we enjoyed camaraderie, and a very fun crafting experience with a backdrop of the setting sun over Forest and pastures. The proprietors are lovely people and keep a very clean house. After the craft event, my sister and I visited their retail shop with unique offerings of their beer and other They also carry other items that seem appropriate to the setting. I hope that they soon offer snacks, even if they bring them in from outside companies in the region. This is a great place to spend an afternoon year-round. The retail shop is open on weekends right now. I encourage you to grab a buddy and visit the Plan Bee farm. read more

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We couldn't asked for a more beautiful day to have this zen event: making Kintsugi while sipping local beer paired with delicious cookie with beautiful scenery. It was not my first time at Plan Bee Brewery, but it certainly has been a while. I don't think they do enough publicity and it's a bit hidden off the beaten path. I never knew that they make all of their beer from their farm grown ingredients, how cool is that?! I really enjoyed their cellar beer, which is an easy drinking lager, clean and crisp, perfect for the summer. They also have a variety of tart beer and a very good farmhouse saison. Tara was the perfect instructor/ therapist to guide us through how to create our Kintsugi. I love the process and being the longest daylight of the year, we still ran out of sunlight while having too much fun. It just made the experience more memorable. I love seeing everyone's creations! This was a wonderful event with the best Yelpies!! Thank you Marietta for creating yet another unforgettable experience for us. read more

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I really enjoyed this workshop and the lovely message about discovering beauty in imperfections by creating stunning pieces. read more

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Amazing evening at this event. The beers at plan bee brewery were creative and refreshing, and I had an amazing first time doing Kintsugi in this space. The instructor was very helpful and encouraging even when I struggled with my piece. Piecing together the bowls after breaking them and turning them into art was surprisingly fulfilling and satisfying-- it very much was a trust the process thing. The complimentary chocolate chip cookie was also SO GOOD. Overall a wonderful event! read more

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This was such a fun workshop! Thank you as always to Marietta and the Yelp team for another super fun, informative event! It was great to spend the evening with so many familiar faces. Plan Bee is such a beautiful space. The scenery is so breathtaking, it's really hard to believe that it's only a couple of minutes drive from downtown Poughkeepsie. I don't think I've tried a beverage that I didn't like from Plan Bee, and they have such a good selection. I've been telling all my friends about Plan Bee since the first time I found out about them. I'm looking forward to coming back with friends for their live music nights. The kintsugi workshop was so much fun. The pacing was really great because most of the us managed to finish our pieces before it got too dark. It was very beginner friendly and the entire process felt very therapeutic. I love that Tara was able to adapt something that normally seems so daunting into an easy-to-follow, beginner-friendly introduction to the idea of the art. I absolutely love the idea of repurposing and repairing old ceramics, even if they are no longer for food use. I was so happy with my piece at the end. The photo setup was so cute, and I really appreciated being able to take photos of my piece against the sunset. Thank you Marietta & Team! read more

What a fun and meaningful experience! Plan Bee Brewery was the perfect serene backdrop for this therapeutic event. It was a beautiful first day of summer, there was a nice view and a cute shaded area with string lights and bathrooms, perfect for gatherings and events like this. There was a little photo op spot with a honeycomb frame/sculpture right near the bee hives and there was also a chicken coop!!! I was very excited about that. I don't drink so I had a raspberry lemonade, very happy that there were alternative options! We sat with some fun new friends and enjoyed our cookies while creating. We were provided with everything we needed for the workshop: a neutral bowl, a bag and hammer to break it, paint and gold glue to put it all back together. Tara, the instructor was very clear and helpful and supportive! I didn't know that there was going to be an art therapy parallel so it was a nice surprise that the instructor was an art therapist and framed what we were creating in that way. I definitely needed it! I was one of the last to finish (I always get big ideas and end up taking my sweet ol' time) and since it was so dark by the time I was trying to put my piece all back together, I was getting very overwhelmed and overstimulated by the feeling of needing to rush to finish, the mosquitoes out in full form, feeling like my bowl wasn't coming together, wanting to be perfect and the glue drying quickly as I was trying to still lay it on the cracks, etc, etc. But the best part of being at an art therapy class is that it's the best place to have a near breakdown! Everyone was so helpful in making me not feel too rushed and self conscious. Really made me think about all the work I've put in to try and keep myself together but I still have some cracks I need to work on, just like my little bowl. Thank you all for your support at my first ever Yelp event! Looking forward to seeing everyone again! read more

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My favorite event so far. Fun, interesting, engaging, and refreshing experiencing something so new. read more

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What a fun event! Kintsugi outside on a beautiful summer eve with a good glass of something cold. Loved this event. Art therapy with an art therapist, the beautiful art of kintsugi, really good cookies and great local beer, so refreshing. Emily and Evan were amazing hosts, Plan Bee is run by just the two of them and their combined expertise of local forging/farming and brewing. They have 3 colonies, one active hive, the brewery is held in a 200 year old barn, and they are actual beekeepers. The property is beautiful and peaceful, perfect for summer. They have natural bug repellant (tried it, loved it, bought it), other beauty/body products and bottled beer. I loved their beer, and I tried their ginger citrus cider and it was DELICIOUS and crisp. Can't wait to go back for more. It's very gingery, like ginger beer meets cider. I also tasted the pickle flavor, and that was a new experience, but what I can't wait to come back for is the pepper beer. Yes, PEPPER beer. Several types of pepper and it tastes like pepper jelly without the sugar. It's so so good. I want to have Brie and crackers with it. And that's when I found out you can come picnic here! Will definitely be coming back for more after this event, loved it! Marietta NAILED IT as usual! I had never been to Plan Bee, but it won't be my last. read more

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This is the kind of Yelp! events I really enjoy. The hosts of Plan Bee Farm Brewery were warm and welcoming. They gave us a quick history of the brewery and farm. It's great to know they are doing everything right there. Right down to having their own need to supply the wild yeast for the beer. I tried the lager (excellent ) and one made with the the local yeast was very citrusy and bright. Not my cup of tea (beer) I'm a Guinness drinker. But it was clean tasting, not a single fault I could see and the cocktail my wife had was really delicious. Sorry can't remember the name. Hudson Valley Kintsugi was so much fun. My wife came to the event and she, who doesn't consider herself, artistic in the least really really enjoyed herself. She was talking on the way home about going to another workshop with them. I did not eat the cookies that were provided - very allergic to chocolate but everyone around me seemed to really enjoy them. I apologize for not remembering the name of the bakery. All in all this was a very fun and enjoyable experience. It was held outdoors and even the mosquitos left us alone. Check out the farm and their brewery and by all means try Kintsugi with your family and friends. read more

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Delightful. Great venue. Friendly staff. Will visit with my daughter. Great experience! Marietta rocks! Many thanks for the invite. read more

It fun and relaxing doing arts and crafts at such a beautiful location. Kintsugi has such a fascinating story and message to it and I highly recommend it. The farm was gorgeous and their beer was to die for, specifically the Pickle flavored one. Absolutely perfect. read more

The beer (cellar beer) was smooth and excellent. The kintsugi lesson was well thought out and easy for beginners. I highly recommend the brewery and try there wonderful selections. Also, if you have a party or group I highly recommend the Kintsugi craft lesson. Thank yoh for an excellent time. read more