Welcome! The Spotty Dog Books & Ale is an independent bookstore and lounge/cafe, where we share our passion for books and writers with our customers in the Hudson Valley, the Catskills, and the Berkshires.

Situated in a beautiful old firehouse, We carry over 10,000 new books in all categories, including a large section of unique books and toys for kids, preteens, an expanded local section, history, gardening, food & wine, G/L/B/T, and sections featuring local writers and interests.Whether you’re looking for a classic or cutting edge, we’re constantly adding new titles, so stop in to see what we have!


Upcoming Events at the Spotty Dog

JANUARY

Saturday, January 7th at 8:00 Wood Spider + Apocalypse Five & Dime + Liv Carrow • $5
Sunday, January 8th at 7:00
John Wesley Harding + Eleanor Friedberger
Thursday, January 12th at 7:00 The Briars of North America
Friday, January 13th at 8:00
Trummors + Zachary Cale + Woodsy Pride
Friday, January 20th at 8:00 Lea Bertucci + Hexbreaker Quartet + C. Lavender • $5
Saturday, January 28th at 8:00 Yonkersville Marching Society + Alex P & The Shoestring Review • $5

FEBRUARY

Friday, February  3rd at 8:00 Last Good Tooth + P. Everett • $5
Saturday
, February  4th at 8:00 Weasel Walter Trio + Nondor Nevai + C. Lavender • $5
Saturday, February  11th at 8:00 DJ T-Bone & Body Counsel + f(x) •$5
Saturday, February 25th at 8:00 Tica Douglas • $5

On the Spotty Blog

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The undisputed king of Spotty Sales is Byrne Fone, with his Historic Hudson once again solidly walloping the competition. Coming up second, however, is a newcomer to the list, itself a tome of local history. Tom Lewis’ The Hudson: A History is a panoramic must-read for anyone whose …

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Things We Love

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...and independent businesses. Why should you support independents? Because of $100 spent at a local store, $68 stays in your community. Spend the same $100 at a national chain, and your community only sees $43. Also, more of your taxes are reinvested in your community--where they belong! Read more about independent booksellers >


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