Happy New Year everyone! The Westchester Calendar of Events is posted for your convenience. It’s a typical post- holiday weekend, and Westchester events are fewer and quieter than during the holiday season. But there is still plenty to do. Enjoy !
Friday – Jan 7
Women Helping Women – Free Workshops to Women looking for Jobs.
WJCS is hosting a series of workshops for women seeking guidance in employment and career issues.
9:30-11:30 - Jan 7
845 North Broadway – White Plains NY
Insiders Guide to Stone Barns
11:00-12:30 – Behind the scenes at Stone Barns.
630 Bedford Rd – Tarrytown, NY 10591.
Call 328-1600
Jekyll & Hyde – The Westchester Broadway Theater –
Runs until Feb 6
Westchester’s Premier Dinner Theater
For information and tickets call – 914-592-2222
Suzanne Vega/Marc Cohn – Tarrytown Music Hall
A Music Hall/Music without borders co-presentation.
Two world class singer/songwriters provide a great double billing. Suzanne Vega has a style that is all her own and Grammy winner Marc Cohn transforms songs from artists such as John Lennon, Cat Stevens, Smokey Robinson and many more.
8 PM – Call 877-840-0457
Party Night – Playland Ice Casino
Live DJ – Party Lights, on-ice contests and much more!
8:45-11 pM $12.00
Playland Park – Playland Parkway – Rye NY
914- 813-7059
Saturday - Jan 8
Insiders Tour of Stone Barns
11:00-12:30PM
http://www.stonebarnscenter.org for tickets
630 Bedford Rd – Tarrytown, NY 10591
Winter Walk – Lenoir Preserve:
10 AM Lenoir Preserve – Dudley St. Yonkers – FREE
Hands on Farm – Stone Barns
See how farm life changes with the seasons.
1:00- 2:00 PM
http://www.stonebarnscenter.org for tickets
630 Bedford Rd – Tarrytown, NY 10591
Owl/Crepuscular Exploration – Marshlands Conservancy
5 PM – FREE
Marshlands Conservancy – Route 1 – Rye NY
914-835-4466
Saturday Night Grooves – Playland Ice Casino
Skate to the sounds of the 70s, 80s, 90s and today
8:45-11 pM Adults $9, Children $6
Playland Park – Playland Parkway – Rye NY
914- 813-7059
Jekyll & Hyde – The Westchester Broadway Theater –
Runs until Feb 6
Westchester’s Premier Dinner Theater
For information and tickets call – 914-592-2222
Sunday, Jan 9
Hands on the Farm
1 PM – 2 PM
http://www.stonebarnscenter.org for tickets
630 Bedford Rd – Tarrytown, NY 10591
Winter Farmers Market – Stone Barns
Dec. 12 – 1-4 PM at the Hay Barn
630 Bedford Rd – Tarrytown, NY 10591
Winter Farm Tour
3:00-4:00 PM
http://www.stonebarnscenter.org for tickets
630 Bedford Rd – Tarrytown, NY 10591
Jekyll & Hyde – The Westchester Broadway Theater –
Runs until Feb 6
Westchester’s Premier Dinner Theater
For information and tickets call – 914-592-2222
Monday – Jan 11
Tuesday – Jan 12
Women Helping Women – Free Workshops to Women looking for Jobs.
WJCS is hosting a series of workshops for women seeking guidance in employment and career issues.
9:30-11:30 - Jan 12
845 North Broadway – White Plains NY
Wednesday – Jan 13
Thursday - Jan 14
Party Night – Playland Ice Casino
Live DJ – Party Lights, on-ice contests and much more!
8:45-11 pM $12.00
Playland Park – Playland Parkway – Rye NY
914- 813-7059
©2011 – Ruthmarie G. Hicks – http://thewestchesterview.com – All rights reserved
Larchmont tends to be pretty understated and as I drove through the residential Larchmont P.O. area late last Saturday night, there wasn’t much in the way of Christmas light displays to see in the residential areas. I didn’t venture too far into the village because I was headed the other way – but I will take a look in that direction before the season ends. I hit paydirt on North Chatswoth Ave. So much so that it made up for the lack of lights elsewhere. This area has several high-end cooperative and condo complexes – located in an ideal sweet spot that is within an easy stroll from the train and the town. My listing on 21 N. Chatsworth Ave. is next door to the complex where I photographed this display. The entire street is lit up with each complex having its share of lights. For various reasons, the other complexes had lovely displays that look great in person, but don’t lend themselves to photography….So enjoy what I have here and consider going in person to see the rest. The display extends nearly one block, but I didn’t have a wide angle with me…As usual there is a link to a map below.
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The Holiday Season is now in full swing and the Westchester calendar of events is packed. Please take note of ongoing and upcoming Westchester events at the top of the calendar. These tend to get sold out quickly – so be sure to do some advance planning for these. There is certainly plenty to pick from. You might also like to look at my latest post – on the Westchester Holiday Season Calendar.
Upcoming Westchester Events to Plan For….
These Events Get Sold Out Quickly – So Plan Ahead and Reserve Tickets!
ONGOING….A Sleepy Hollow Christmas Carol – The Westchester Broadway Theater –
Runs from Dec 1 – 26.
Charles Dicken’s meets Washington Irving in a great musical event.
Westchester’s Premier Dinner Theater
For information and tickets call – 914-592-2222
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The Westchester Christmas Lights displays are now starting to “mature.” Homes and businesses which were obviously works in progress last week have now bloomed into major displays. Saturday night I came across a particularly strong Christmas display in Tarrytown NY on Route 9. It was at the front of the Reformed Church – which is in and of itself a Tarrytown monument. Instead of the typical Creche scenes associated with churches, this particular display had a festive holiday twist to it. I got off a couple of good shots (OK I’m trying to do better with night photography – it is a work in progress.) But still – I think this captures the spirit of the display:
More Christmas Photos of Lower Westchester:
Westchester Christmas Lights Display – White Plains NY – & Lower Westchester Christmas Video
Westchester Christmas Lights Display – White Plains NY
© 2010 – Ruthmarie G. Hicks – http://thewestchesterview.com – All rights reserved.
High end specialty retail is not limited to NYC. Westchester has its share of unqiue boutiques and Bark & Meow of Tarrytown is the perfect place to find a great gift for your favorite canine or feline member of the family. Laura Haupt, the owner has her two pets acting as the wecloming committee. Juno wasn’t there the day I was but Sachi – the beautiful Shiba Inu was at the door welcoming me. Like most Shiba’s, Sachi exudes confidence and was obviously delighted to see me…
The store is now decked out for the Holiday Season with toys and treats for dogs and cats. There is something for everyone here. Cats have their own special boutique section while much of the store is dedicated to the needs of dogs. Holiday collars abound – Jade, Tundra and Buddy are now sporting theirs. Their are special Christmas treats for both dogs and cats. There are even pure wool sweaters that are fully lined with holiday themes. Laura also has a wide variety of dog and cat food which is all organic and you are sure to find a brand and variety that is best suited for your pet.
So take a break and stop by. There is plenty to see and tons of choices with which to fill your pets stocking.
Bark & Meow is located in the heart of Tarrytown on Route 9 on Broadway just half a block south of Main St. For store hours and more information call 914-524-7373
© 2010 Ruthmarie G. Hicks – http://thewestchesterview.com – All rights reserved.
Tomorrow marks the 77th anniversary of the end of Prohibition. This was one of FDR’s promises to the electorate and he was able to fulfill that promise with the ratification of the 21st Amendment to the constitution.
Wine Tasters – a local wine store with an excellent selection in the heart of the village was there…way back in 1933. And was ready for the legalization of alcohol with the 477th liquor license issued in New York State. Since there have been only four owners since the store opened its doors back in the middle of the Great Depression – the license has been passed down from owner to owner and now sits on the counter at the front of the store.
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The Holiday Season is now in full swing and the Westchester calendar of events is packed. Please take note of ongoing and upcoming Westchester events at the top of the calendar. These tend to get sold out quickly – so be sure to do some advance planning for these. There is certainly plenty to pick from. You might also like to look at my latest post – on the Westchester Holiday Season Calendar.
Upcoming Westchester Events to Plan For….
These Events Get Sold Out Quickly – So Plan Ahead and Reserve Tickets!
ONGOING….A Sleepy Hollow Christmas Carol – The Westchester Broadway Theater –
Runs from Dec 1 – 26.
Charles Dicken’s meets Washington Irving in a great musical event.
Westchester’s Premier Dinner Theater
For information and tickets call – 914-592-2222
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So Here is my special Westchester calendar of events for the 2o10 holiday season. It is jam packed with information and events. There is certainly plenty to do and see for all. Enjoy these special Westchester Events during this special time of the year.
Some of These Events Get Sold Out Quickly – So Plan Ahead and Reserve Tickets!
ONGOING….A Sleepy Hollow Christmas Carol – The Westchester Broadway Theater –
Runs from Dec 1 – 26.
Charles Dicken’s meets Washington Irving in a great musical event.
Westchester’s Premier Dinner Theater
For information and tickets call – 914-592-2222
ONGOING…. That Time of the Year– 11 City Place – White Plains Performing Arts Center
Musical that celebrates the holidays of the season
Call 328-1600
Gold Heart with Buddy Merriam & Backroads – The Emelin Theater – Mamaroneck NY
Friday Dec. 10, 8 PM Tickets $32.00
914- 698-0098
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Fall is pretty much over, but here is a small reminder. I snapped these photos in Larchmont NY about two weeks ago – before the fall leaves fell from the trees. The color was still vivid and the light at that time of say (around 4 PM) was ideal for taking pictures. I knew the leaves were teasing me. Almost taunting me saying “We won’t be around much longer – you’d better hurry if you want some color.”
Larchmont NY is one of my favorite communities in Southern Westchester. The neighborhoods are very, very walkable. Commuting to the train is a snap – for most Larchmont NY homes in the 10538 P.O. the train station is within walking distance. For those who do need to drive, parking the new parking facilities make things user-friendly. Larchmont homes for sale are doing very well in this market and the area is experiencing a mini-housing boom which began at the beginning of 2010.
These photos were taken on North Chatsworth Ave in the Larchmont P.O. (unincorporated portion of Mamaroneck) Its about half a block from the train station in a neighborhood known for its high-end cooperatives and condos. This neighborhood sits right on the edge of a single-family residential area – also part of the Larchmont P.O. The village proper is just to the south of the coop complexes. It’s a great area, centrally located – with quiet streets.
© 2010 – Ruthmarie G. Hicks – http://thewestchesterview.com – All rights reserved.
Hope Everyone had a great Thanksgiving. The Holiday Season is kicking off and the Westchester Events calendar is packed. Please take note of ongoing and upcoming Westchester events at the top of the calendar. These tend to get sold out quickly – so be sure to do some advance planning for these. There is certainly plenty to pick from.
Upcoming Westchester Events to Plan For….
These Events Get Sold Out Quickly – So Plan Ahead and Reserve Tickets!
Read the rest of this entry »
