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Dale and Darcy Cahill's second book Tobacco Sheds: Vanishing Treasures of the Connecticut River Valley collects the oral history of tobacco workers in the Connecticut Valley. The book, full of gorgeous pictures, focuses on the people who work so hard to grow and cure some of the world’s most beautiful tobacco leaves. In recent years, over one thousand tobacco sheds have disappeared from the "Tobacco Valley." This important book systematically catalogues tobacco sheds from Putney, Vermont, to Portland, Connecticut, a span of just over one hundred miles. The photographs capture the beauty of these unique farm buildings and serve as a valuable record for these endangered barns. The text offers the agricultural history of each town, helping to connect sheds to their own unique region of New England. In addition, the book reinforces the need for preserving one of New England’s most unusual farm structures. Many sheds in the Connecticut River Valley are still used to dry tobacco leaves that will wrap some of the world’s most expensive cigars, but, sadly, some are being left to slowly deteriorate over time or are being torn down to make way for development. This book will be treasured by cigar smokers and architectural historians and preservationists alike.

Great for keeping in touch or saying thank you, these beautiful note cards are just the ticket! Each packet includes 2 each of 3 different prints from the books "Tobacco Sheds of the Connecticut River Valley" and "Tobacco Sheds: Vanishing Treasures in the Connecticut River Valley". 6 envelopes are also included. Both American Indians and early North American settlers grew tobacco, but only on a small scale. It wasn't until the 1830's that Connecticut farmers discovered that a unique combination of soil, climate and natural fertilizers created just the right conditions to grow tobacco on a large scale and for commercial use. It was then that farmers invested their labor and money in creating a single use barn for this singular crop. Tobacco Shed's were designed specifically to dry or "cure" this lucrative leaf. Their unique venting systems allowed drying winds to blow through the barns as they turned from green to brown. When in the early 1900's Windsor CT farmers experimented with growing coveted Cuban tobacco by enclosing the tobacco in loosely woven cloth, they initiated an agricultural trend that swept the Connecticut River Valley - shade grown tobacco. Although now under threat from developers and increased housing demands, these distinctive barns live on, sandwiched between malls and sitting on busy roadsides. They are both a reminder of Connecticut's agricultural past as well as a vital part of a thriving cigar industry. Connecticut's shade-grown broad-leaf tobacco currently stands alone in the world as the preferred wrapping tobacco leaf.

Turn some heads at your next herf session with the handsomely designed Arturo Fuente Black Hat. This stylish hat proudly displays the legendary Arturo Fuente logo on the front while bearing the famous name on the back. It features a sturdy six-panel construction with vents on top to help keep your head cool. Its wide brim helps protect your eyes from the sun’s glare, and the Velcro strap back easily adjusts to all head sizes.

Our weekly staff picks are a favorite among our customers and now you can subscribe to receive a monthly sampler with a selection of the cigars picked by our expert staff! This is a 6-month subscription in which you will receive 6 amazing cigars (includes free shipping) picked by our staff including our staff review, specifications, and pairing suggestions. Samplers ship every month. Embark on a sensory experience curated by our cigar experts! This is a great gift for yourself or your loved ones! When do the samplers ship every month? The samplers ship between the second and third week of every month. Will I be charged automatically every six months? Yes, your credit card will be charged semi-annually. Every month, you will receive an email confirmation with the prepaid sampler order and a second email with your tracking information. If you need to change your credit card on the account, please contact us. How do I cancel my subscription? You may cancel your subscription at any time, just email us. What will I receive with my subscription? You will receive 6 cigars curated by our Neptune staff, with a value well over the price. You will also receive a link to the reviews and pairing suggestion for each of the cigars. Who is the staff? The staff that curates the sampler is comprised of our expert tobacconists that work in our brick and mortar stores. We know that this will be an excellent way for you to expand your horizons when it comes to finding new and exciting cigars!

The CigarMedics Xcissor Cigar Stand is perfect for resting your precious puro between puffs. It is lightweight and made of durable stainless steel. It is smaller than a credit card so it will easily fit in your wallet. To use, just unfold it and set your cigar on it.