17th Annual - Harvest Festival & Tractor Parade
Fall fun is rolling into Hancock, New York! 🎃 Join the Hancock Community Education Foundation for the 17th Annual Hancock Harvest Festival, happening Friday, October 10th and Saturday, October 11th at the beautiful Hancock Town Square. So show your support for our local students, teachers and our incredible Education Foundation that helps provide scholarships, after school programs, and makes growing up in Hancock NY truly special.
🛍️ Starting Friday at 9AM, local businesses are saying "thank you" with customer appreciation events all day long — enjoy cider and donuts from NBT Bank, hot dogs and chips from Hancock Telephone, caramel apples from Sidney Federal Credit Union, and more!
🎨 The Square will be packed with local vendors, workshops, and activities for all ages — including pumpkin painting, fall crafts, face painting, and hands-on fun for the whole family — proudly sponsored by the Hancock Community Education Foundation.
🚜 Then on Saturday at 1PM, don't miss the highlight of the weekend — the 17th Annual Bob Ray Memorial Tractor Parade! Watch Main Street come alive with classic tractors and hometown spirit.
🍁 Celebrate fall the small-town way — with food, fun, and family — at the Hancock Harvest Festival!
17th Annual Hancock Harvest Festival & Tractor Parade 📻 Fall fun is rolling into Hancock, New York! 🎃 Join us for the 17th Annual Hancock Harvest Festival, happening Friday, October 10th and Saturday, October 11th at the beautiful Hancock Town Square. 🛍️ Starting Friday at 9AM, local businesses are saying ""thank you"" with customer appreciation events all day long — enjoy cider and donuts from NBT Bank, hot dogs and chips from Hancock Telephone, caramel apples from Sidney Federal Credit Union, and more! 🎨 The Square will be packed with local vendors, workshops, and activities for all ages — including pumpkin painting, fall crafts, face painting, and hands-on fun for the whole family — proudly sponsored by the Hancock Community Education Foundation. 🚜 Then on Saturday at 1PM, don't miss the highlight of the weekend — the 17th Annual Bob Ray Memorial Tractor Parade! Watch Main Street come alive with classic tractors and hometown spirit. 🍁 Celebrate fall the small-town way — with food, fun, and family — at the Hancock Harvest Festival!"
🕰️ Open House — Today, 10 AM–2 PM! The Chehocton/Hancock NY Historical Association invites you to their Saturday Open House! 📍 Across from the Post Office and Historic Baptist Church at 61 Wheeler Street. Come explore our town’s rich history: • Learn about past families and their legacy • Meet present community members • Browse our delicious bake sale, historical archives and exhibits. Bring family and friends — everyone’s welcome! 👉 Free Admission | But Donate if you can to help keep the lights on, and the doors always open to the public!
📍 Did you hear? Hancock, NY was named the #1 Best Small Town in the U.S.A. by TimeOut New York! So come see what’s happening every Saturday, like the Greater Hancock NY Farmer’s Market & Crafts Fair, happening today from 10AM to 2PM, and each Saturday until October 4th. Located at the Hancock Town Square, 20 East Main Street in the heart of our historic village . 🧺 Enjoy fresh produce, artisan crafts, jams, local meats, handmade goods, baked treats — and something new every week! 🎶 Plus live music on select weekends from amazing regional performers, delicious bites from food trucks, and a playground for the kids! 👨👩👧 Whether you’re just passing through on Route 97 or making a day of it with the family, you’ll find friendly faces, great food, and small-town charm that’s hard to beat. Special thanks to sponsors Hancock Area Chamber of Commerce and also to the Hancock Partners who own and manage the Hancock Town Square.
📍 Did you hear? Hancock, NY was named the #1 Best Small Town in the U.S.A. by TimeOut New York! So come see what’s happening every Saturday, like the Greater Hancock NY Farmer’s Market & Crafts Fair, happening today from 10AM to 2PM, and each Saturday until October 4th. Located at the Hancock Town Square, 20 East Main Street in the heart of our historic village . 🧺 Enjoy fresh produce, artisan crafts, jams, local meats, handmade goods, baked treats — and something new every week! 🎶 Plus live music on select weekends from amazing regional performers, delicious bites from food trucks, and a playground for the kids! 👨👩👧 Whether you’re just passing through on Route 97 or making a day of it with the family, you’ll find friendly faces, great food, and small-town charm that’s hard to beat. Special thanks to sponsors Hancock Area Chamber of Commerce and also to the Hancock Partners who own and manage the Hancock Town Square.
📣 Candidates’ Forum – Town of Hancock Supervisor’s Race. Join the community for an important evening of civic engagement! 🇺🇸✨ The Hancock Democrats Committee are proud to host a Candidates’ Forum for the Town of Hancock Supervisor’s Race. This is your chance to hear directly from the candidates, learn where they stand on key issues, and be an informed voter in our community.
📅 Date & Time: Friday, September 26, 2025 – 6:00 PM📍 Location: Hancock Fire Department Clubhouse, 181 Park St. (across from Don Orall’s Garage)
🔹 Questions were collected from the public in advance and will be asked exclusively by the moderator.
🔹 This event is free and open to everyone.
💡 Democracy works best when we all take part—come out, bring your neighbors, and make your voice heard!
🐾🎶 Barks & Beats at the Square is coming Saturday, Sept 27, 10am–2pm at the Hancock Town Square during the Farmer's Market!
Enjoy live music by Nick H & Lois Goldwoman beginging at 11am, Dog Agility Demos (“try-it” runs for your pups), Basket Raffles, Prizes, and so much more—all to support Hancock Happy Tails.
We will have professional dog groomers and behavioral specialists there for anyone to ask questions, as well as Agility equipment for the dogs to have some fun learning new tricks.
Friendly, leashed dogs welcome. Free to attend; donations encouraged!
📍 20 E Main St, Hancock NY • With the Hancock Farmers Market
Enjoy live music by Nick H & Lois Goldwoman beginging at 11am, Dog Agility Demos (“try-it” runs for your pups), Basket Raffles, Prizes, and so much more—all to support Hancock Happy Tails.
We will have professional dog groomers and behavioral specialists there for anyone to ask questions, as well as Agility equipment for the dogs to have some fun learning new tricks.
Friendly, leashed dogs welcome. Free to attend; donations encouraged!
📍 20 E Main St, Hancock NY • With the Hancock Farmers Market
📍 Did you hear? Hancock, NY was named the #1 Best Small Town in the U.S.A. by TimeOut New York! So come see what’s happening every Saturday, like the Greater Hancock NY Farmer’s Market & Crafts Fair, happening today from 10AM to 2PM, and each Saturday until October 4th. Located at the Hancock Town Square, 20 East Main Street in the heart of our historic village . 🧺 Enjoy fresh produce, artisan crafts, jams, local meats, handmade goods, baked treats — and something new every week! 🎶 Plus live music on select weekends from amazing regional performers, delicious bites from food trucks, and a playground for the kids! 👨👩👧 Whether you’re just passing through on Route 97 or making a day of it with the family, you’ll find friendly faces, great food, and small-town charm that’s hard to beat. Special thanks to sponsors Hancock Area Chamber of Commerce and also to the Hancock Partners who own and manage the Hancock Town Square.
🚨🦅 Hancock — It’s Now or Never! 🚨
Today is the FINAL DAY to vote for Andrew Baker’s bald eagle photo “Princess Soaring” in America’s Favorite Photos! 📸
We’re sitting in 9th place — but only the #1 spot earns a ticket to the National Finals! 🏆
💙 Hancock already proved we’re the #1 Best Small Town in the USA — now let’s prove it again. Every single vote today counts more than ever!
👉 Vote FREE & fast here: americasfavoritephotos.com/v/znhgcx
Share this link with friends, family & neighbors — this is it, Hancock — let’s send Andrew to the Finals! 🌟
📣 Weekend Special at Nightshade on Elm! 🥪🍲
Hey Hancock friends! As we savor these last warm days before the summer season draws to an end, Nightshade on Elm has a cozy treat just for you:
Grilled Cheese & Soup Every Weekend
🗓️ Friday, Saturdays & Sundays, starting this weekend through seasonal close.
🕗 From open until 2 PM. Maybe some weekdays too, so just ask about the special.
Warm up with our perfectly melted, buttery grilled cheese sandwich paired with a steaming bowl of soup. The ideal comfort combo to brighten a chilly morning or lunch.
Come on by 9 Elm St., Hancock, NY, and let us melt some cheese, ladle some soup, and share a smile. We’d love to see you!
👉 Spread the word & bring a friend
🕒 Remind: Weekend hours are 8 AM-2 PM on Friday Saturday & Sunday.
🚨🦅 Hancock — It’s Now or Never! 🚨
Only 2 days left to vote for Andrew Baker’s bald eagle photo “Princess Soaring” in America’s Favorite Photos! 📸
We’re in 9th place — but only the #1 spot moves on to the National Finals! 🏆
💙 Hancock was named #1 Best Small Town in the USA — let’s prove it again! Every single vote matters and can flip the standings.
👉 Vote FREE & fast here: americasfavoritephotos.com/v/znhgcx
Share this link with friends, family & neighbors — together we can send Hancock to the top! 🌟
Only 2 days left to vote for Andrew Baker’s bald eagle photo “Princess Soaring” in America’s Favorite Photos! 📸
We’re in 9th place — but only the #1 spot moves on to the National Finals! 🏆
💙 Hancock was named #1 Best Small Town in the USA — let’s prove it again! Every single vote matters and can flip the standings.
👉 Vote FREE & fast here: americasfavoritephotos.com/v/znhgcx
Share this link with friends, family & neighbors — together we can send Hancock to the top! 🌟
Vote Today, Help Hancock Share in a National Win! 🦅 - This is the last short period of time before we make it to the finals!
“Princess Soaring” by Andrew Baker has carried us all the way through the semi-finals in America’s Favorite Photos. Now it’s in the final round, competing for the $10,000 prize and a matching contribution to Make-A-Wish.
Vote today at this link: https://americasfavoritephotos.com/v/znhgcx
✅ What You Can Do Right Now
Vote Today and thru the 15th, each day!
Sign up if needed — it’s free. americasfavoritephotos.com
Share the link far and wide: social media, friends, coworkers, local groups. Every vote counts.
🌻 Hancock Farmers Market & Crafts Fair – Today!
📍 Hancock, NY Town Square — 20 East Main Street
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🎶 Live Music at 11:00 AM featuring Jaimie Lilly
Did you hear? Hancock, NY was named the #1 Best Small Town in the U.S.A. by TimeOut New York! 🌟 There’s no better way to experience that charm than at the Greater Hancock NY Farmers Market & Crafts Fair, happening every Saturday through October 4th. 🎶 Stay for the sounds of live music at 11 AM — this week featuring Jaimie Lilly, bringing her unique style and energy to the Square.
🧺 Stroll through the market and discover:
Fresh local produce & meats
Artisan crafts & handmade goods
Jams, baked treats, and something new every week
👨👩👧 With delicious bites, artisan shopping, a kids’ playground, and the warm community spirit Hancock is known for, it’s the perfect Saturday outing — whether you’re passing through on Route 97 or making a full day of it.
🙏 Special thanks to our sponsors: the Hancock Area Chamber of Commerce, Bisbee Lumber & Supply a Trini Solutions Company, Wayne Bank, Wild West Wonder and Hancock Partners who proudly own and manage the Hancock Town Square.
✨ Come for the market, stay for the music, and take home a taste of Hancock’s small-town charm!
📍 Hancock, NY Town Square — 20 East Main Street
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🎶 Live Music at 11:00 AM featuring Jaimie Lilly
Did you hear? Hancock, NY was named the #1 Best Small Town in the U.S.A. by TimeOut New York! 🌟 There’s no better way to experience that charm than at the Greater Hancock NY Farmers Market & Crafts Fair, happening every Saturday through October 4th. 🎶 Stay for the sounds of live music at 11 AM — this week featuring Jaimie Lilly, bringing her unique style and energy to the Square.
🧺 Stroll through the market and discover:
Fresh local produce & meats
Artisan crafts & handmade goods
Jams, baked treats, and something new every week
👨👩👧 With delicious bites, artisan shopping, a kids’ playground, and the warm community spirit Hancock is known for, it’s the perfect Saturday outing — whether you’re passing through on Route 97 or making a full day of it.
🙏 Special thanks to our sponsors: the Hancock Area Chamber of Commerce, Bisbee Lumber & Supply a Trini Solutions Company, Wayne Bank, Wild West Wonder and Hancock Partners who proudly own and manage the Hancock Town Square.
✨ Come for the market, stay for the music, and take home a taste of Hancock’s small-town charm!
Vote Now !!! Help Hancock Share in a National Win! 🦅 - This is the last short period of time before we make it to the finals! It's DOUBLE VOTE DAY, AND WE NEED YOU ALL TO VOTE!
“Princess Soaring” by Andrew Baker has carried us all the way through the semi-finals in America’s Favorite Photos. Now it’s in the final round, competing for the $10,000 prize and a matching contribution to Make-A-Wish.
Vote today at this link: https://americasfavoritephotos.com/v/znhgcx
✅ What You Can Do Right Now
Vote Now!
Sign up if needed — it’s free. americasfavoritephotos.com
Share the link far and wide: social media, friends, coworkers, local groups. Every vote counts.
🦅📸 Hancock Pride on the National Stage!
Our very own Andrew Baker has soared into the FINAL ROUND of America’s Favorite Photos with his breathtaking bald eagle shot of Princess Soaring! ✨
This is it — the last chance to make Hancock, TimeOut NY’s #1 Best Small Town in the USA, a national winner. 🌟
✅ Voting is FREE & takes seconds
✅ Every single vote matters
✅ You can be the difference!
👉 Cast your vote NOW: americasfavoritephotos.com/v/znhgcx
Let’s show the world what Hancock can do! 💙
Our very own Andrew Baker has soared into the FINAL ROUND of America’s Favorite Photos with his breathtaking bald eagle shot of Princess Soaring! ✨
This is it — the last chance to make Hancock, TimeOut NY’s #1 Best Small Town in the USA, a national winner. 🌟
✅ Voting is FREE & takes seconds
✅ Every single vote matters
✅ You can be the difference!
👉 Cast your vote NOW: americasfavoritephotos.com/v/znhgcx
Let’s show the world what Hancock can do! 💙
🎉 Big News for Hancock Youth! 🎉
Town Supervisor Jerry Vernold has pledged $2,000 in the 2026 budget to boost 4-H youth development — this means scholarships for four local kids to attend a week of camp (like Camp Shankitunk), plus support for programs like East Branch Mini Mania. Full News Article Here: https://www.hancockny.org/article/2417112
“Investing in young people isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s essential for Hancock’s future.”
Let’s celebrate this commitment to leadership, community, and our kids foe their bright future's ahead! 💪
Town Supervisor Jerry Vernold has pledged $2,000 in the 2026 budget to boost 4-H youth development — this means scholarships for four local kids to attend a week of camp (like Camp Shankitunk), plus support for programs like East Branch Mini Mania. Full News Article Here: https://www.hancockny.org/article/2417112
“Investing in young people isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s essential for Hancock’s future.”
Let’s celebrate this commitment to leadership, community, and our kids foe their bright future's ahead! 💪
Hancock Photographer Andrew Baker Advances to Quarterfinals in National Competition Help Him Win!!!
Hancock, NY – Local photographer Andrew Baker has advanced to the quarterfinals of America’s Favorite Photos, securing the #1 spot in his group after the latest round of voting.
The national contest highlights talented photographers from across the United States, and Baker’s work has gained strong community support throughout each round.
Now, as the competition heats up, Baker is vying for a place in the semifinals. Voting remains open for the next 2 days hours, and this stage includes special Double Vote Days where each vote counts twice.
“If we can keep Andrew in 1st place or among the Top 4, he’ll move on to the semifinals,” said supporters. “Every single vote matters at this stage.”
Community members are encouraged to rally behind Andrew and cast their votes before the deadline. Let's show America how Hancock comes together as community to support our locals!
VOTE HERE: https://americasfavoritephotos.com/v/znhgcx
This achievement not only showcases Baker’s talent but also shines a spotlight on Hancock as a hub for creativity and the arts!
AMAZING JOB HANCOCK - WE DID IT!
Local photographer Andrew Baker has advanced to the quarterfinals of America’s Favorite Photos, securing the #1 spot in his group after the latest round of voting.
The national contest highlights talented photographers from across the United States, and Baker’s work has gained strong community support throughout each round.
Now, as the competition heats up, Baker is vying for a place in the semifinals. Voting remains open for the next 3 days and 11 hours, and this stage includes special Double Vote Days where each vote counts twice.
“If we can keep Andrew in 1st place or among the Top 4, he’ll move on to the semifinals,” said supporters. “Every single vote matters at this stage.”
Community members are encouraged to rally behind Andrew and cast their votes before the deadline. Let's show America how Hancock comes together as community to support our locals!
VOTE HERE: https://americasfavoritephotos.com/v/znhgcx
This achievement not only showcases Baker’s talent but also shines a spotlight on Hancock as a hub for creativity and the arts.
Local photographer Andrew Baker has advanced to the quarterfinals of America’s Favorite Photos, securing the #1 spot in his group after the latest round of voting.
The national contest highlights talented photographers from across the United States, and Baker’s work has gained strong community support throughout each round.
Now, as the competition heats up, Baker is vying for a place in the semifinals. Voting remains open for the next 3 days and 11 hours, and this stage includes special Double Vote Days where each vote counts twice.
“If we can keep Andrew in 1st place or among the Top 4, he’ll move on to the semifinals,” said supporters. “Every single vote matters at this stage.”
Community members are encouraged to rally behind Andrew and cast their votes before the deadline. Let's show America how Hancock comes together as community to support our locals!
VOTE HERE: https://americasfavoritephotos.com/v/znhgcx
This achievement not only showcases Baker’s talent but also shines a spotlight on Hancock as a hub for creativity and the arts.
📸 Support Local Photographer – Andrew Baker!
Hancock, NY’s very own Andrew Baker is competing in America’s Favorite Photos – and he needs YOUR vote to move forward!
✅ Voting ends tonight in just 2 hours
✅ If Andrew stays in 1st place or the Top 4, he advances to the Quarterfinals
✅ Every single vote matters – let’s help a hometown artist cross that finish line!
👉 Click here to cast your vote now:
https://americasfavoritephotos.com/
🔗 Vote for Andrew’s Photo
Let’s show our Hancockian pride and support Andrew as he represents our community on the national stage!
Please join the French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts Concert Band as their German Band performs at 1PM, as the German Band performs in the Hancock Town Square at 20 E Main Street in Hancock NY.
This is a free public performance benefiting their incredible scholarship program. Donations are appreciated, but not required!
