Here are a few photos I have taken along the way over the past week or so while running around the county. Most were taken with my iPhone – as they really WERE on the fly while I was working with clients. But its fun to see what people are doing. Halloween has become such a fun holiday in Westchester that its getting up there with the 4th of July in terms of internet searches.
Historic Hudson Valley is always full of action during Halloween. I’ve already posted the big events that everyone talks about – The Jack O’Lantern Blaze and Horseman’s Hollow. But there are more events on the calendar for the Halloween season….most notable:
Master Story Teller Jonathan Kruk tells the Legend of Sleepy Hollow as only he can at the Old Dutch Church on Route 9 in Sleepy Hollow. This popular event is selling out fast and is offered at hourly intervals from from 5 to 7 or 5-8 PM depending on the night…For details click here for Irving’s Legend.
The Time: October 16, 21-23, 27-30 at hourly intervals starting at 5PM to 7 or 8 PM depending on the date.
The Place: The Old Dutch Church of Sleepy Hollow
The Price: Adults – $16, Children under 18 – $12
Suggested for ages 10 and up.
The Furniture Sharehouse is having its annual fall drive in Armonk tomorrow – Oct. 15 from 9- 3 PM. So for anyone who is thinking that their gently used furnishings are getting out of control…. you might want to load up the SUV and bring them to a place where they will be used by needy and grateful families.
For those who do not know what the Furniture Sharehouse is all about – it is a not-for-profit furniture bank that coordinates with many social service agencies in Westchester – helping needy families to furnish homes that would be nothing but 4 bare walls without help from the commmunity. According to Marie Graham – they have furnished nearly 1500 families so far.
Now- before you load up the car – there are some guidelines so please click here so you know what is appropriate.
The Time: Sat. Oct. 15 from 9-3 PM
The Place: North Castle Town Hall – 15 Bedford Rd. – Armonk NY
© 2011 – Ruthmarie G. Hicks – http://thewestchesterview.com – All rights reserved.
Recently, I’ve had several inquiries from would be home sellers about whether now is the time to consider downsizing their home. Scaling back is never easy and should not be undertaken lightly as it means a significant change in your lifestyle, but from a financial standpoint, I would have to say that the answer would be a very strong “YES!” if you are a Larchmont homeowner.
In the midst of a national housing crisis many would-be sellers are sitting on the fence asking whether now is a good time to scale back into something smaller. This is particularly true of empty nesters or soon-to-be empty nesters. With real estate – as with all large ticket items – it is best to buy low and sell high.
One of the most active months in the Westchester calendar of events is the month of October. Halloween is big news particularly in Sleepy Hollow and up the line along the Hudson River.
Horseman’s Hollow at Philipsburg Manor in Sleepy Hollow NY was a smashing success last year. It received great play and great reviews. Now it is back this year – bigger and better than ever. By popular demand it has been extended to 12 evenings. It started last week but there is still time for a good scare before Halloween.
This is perhaps one of the “darker events” that is not for the faint of heart and probably not suitable for small children. It takes place at the historic Philipsburg Manor in Sleepy Hollow off of Route 9. There are creatures of all kinds – earthly and otherwise and costuming that is one of a kind according to friends who went last year. Of course you will meet the famous horseman. I was driving by the other day and saw the horse right off the property eagerly getting ready for his performance!
Where: Philipsburg Manor – Sleepy Hollow NY – off Route 9
When: October 14-16, 20-23, 27-30 - 7 PM – 9:30 PM at 30 minute intervals
The Price: $20 weeknights – $25 weekends
Tickets are going fast so sign up ASAP - Click Here for Horseman’s Hollow
© 2011 – Ruthmarie G. Hicks – http://thewestchesterview.com – All rights reserved.
Newly reduced price on a prime unit in high-end doorman complex in a prime location…
Come to our Wine & Cheese Open House on Wednesday Evening – Oct 12 – from 5-7 PM! Just a block from the train….
The Stonecrest of Larchmont is an elegant pre-war Tudor cooperative with a rich history in an historic village. Located on North Chatsworth Ave., the location is nothing short of ideal. Few Westchester coops could compete with this location. Just steps from Metro-North and center of the village.
I know – we don’t have Monarchs in the United States of America. But we do have Monarch butterflies! Recently I had a problem with my back yard “containment system” for my dogs and that has sent me to the Sleepy Hollow Dog Park (in Kingsland Point Park) more often than usual. While watching my guys play I noticed butterflies busily flying around a bush in the park. Fortunately, I had the camera in the car. So I was able to get a couple of shots. The butteflies were a bit photo-shy and didn’t hover around all that long for the photo-shoot. But I hope they appreciate how photogenic they really are!
© 2011 – Ruthmarie G. Hicks – http://thewestchesterview.com – All rights reserved.
A brief bout of flu has kept me from blogging. But a few days ago I mentioned how stormy the weather has been. Well sometimes stormy skies can have an eerie beauty about them. So when I saw this kind of surreal light over a cloudy sky along the Tarrytown lakes – I stopped my car and took a couple of photos. Here is one of them. You really see the clouds almost rolling in and the sun TRYING to peak through.
© 2011 – Ruthmarie G. Hicks – http://thewestchesterview.com – All rights reserved.
Mamaroneck NY has been growing in leaps and bounds when it comes to boutiques, fine dining and specialty shops. Among some of the newcomers to the area is Chocolations – located on East Boston Post Rd in Mamaroneck. In fact they just had their first birthday this week!
Congratulations Chocolations and Maria Valente for having a successful first year! I had heard the “buzz” about Chocolations for months - filled with specialty chocolates – it is Westchester’s own chocolate factory. I admit to being more than a tad worried about venturing into such an establishment. We all have our weaknesses. For some its alcohol – for me its chocolate. So it seemed inconceivable that I would manage to leave without gaining at least 10 lbs!
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Ok – I like taking photos – I admit it…Any excuse to photograph towns and villages in the area will do.
One of the most picturesque towns in Westchester is Tarrytown NY. Many people fall in love with this town because of its central location and unique character. With respect to location, it doesn’t get any better than this! Located right on the Hudson River, an amazing sunset is served up every single night! Futher, Tarrytown is an express stop along the Hudson Line. Just 35 minute to Grand Central Station and you are in midtown Manhattan. With I-287, I-87 and the Tappan Zee Bridge – Tarrytown is situated for easy access to areas like White Plains and New Jersey making a commute either east or west and across the Hudson very easy to deal with. North to south there is the Saw Mill River Parkway, The Sprain Brook and the Taconic. So points north and south are also easy for commuters to access. When you live in a high density area, your lifestyle is ruled by your commute and it doesn’t get much easier than this.
The photos are from Tarrytown’s Main Street. It has a character and charm from a bygone era – yet is surprisingly New York with high-end restaurants, art galleries and entertainment. The town has a lot of unique boutiques, The Tarrytown Music Hall which has a constant stream of entertainment is pictured below. It is the oldest Music Hall in Westchester and has been largely restored to its former glory! Enjoy the photos – they were taken in the late summer and are a reflection of the character and charm of one of my favorite River Towns.
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