things to do: Afternoon Tea at Le Salon - A New Orleans Tradition
- 06/10/11 01:35 PM
Afternoon Tea at Le Salon at the The Windsor Court is a lovely tradition in New Orleans. The Windsor is a wonderful, elegant hotel and is where the Obama’s stayed while in New Orleans. You can sip 26 of the finest loose leaf variety brews, snack and listen to iive music.
Rated #1 for Best Ambiance and #1 for Best Special Occasion Restaurant. The Windsor Court Hotel is AAA rated and a short walk to the French Quarter;
Tea Seatings are Tuesday-Saturday 2pm and 3pm from June 9 – August 23, 2011. For reservations please call 504-596-4713.
Another tradition is … (2 comments)
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things to do: The Westchester Toy and Train Show
- 01/10/10 09:38 PM
1/31/10 Westchester County Center The Great Westchester Toy & Train Show For additional information: 914-995-4050 Westchester County CenterWebsite: www.westchestertoytrain.comAccessibility: A,P,B
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things to do: Apple Picking in Westchester County, New York
- 10/09/09 01:56 AM
It's fall and it's apple pickin time. There are several apple orchards throughout Northern Westchester County and here are a few of the better known. One has the best cider, the absolute best! They bake fresh pies, you can pick your apples or pumpkins, fresh cider. Great day for the kids! Just click through on the name for the details on each orchard and enjoy.
Outhouse Orchards, Croton Falls till the end of October, everyday from 10a-5p;
Stuarts Farm, Granite Springs, everyday till November, 10a-5p
Wilkins Fruit and Fir Farm, Yorktown Heights, weekends till November 10a-4:30p
Thompson's … (1 comments)
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things to do: The Circus is Coming to Westchester County, New York
- 02/11/09 09:02 PM
2009 ROYAL HANNEFORD CIRCUSSaturday, February 14Sunday,February 15Monday, February 16 (President's Day)at the Westchester County Center
Showtimes:
10:00 am., 2:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. * Each dayALL SEATS RESERVED SEATS
"In addition to the Dare Devils on the High wire and the grace and athleticism of the aerial stars, this year's Royal Hanneford Circus features the world's youngest performing elephant. Obert is 3 years old and dazzles the crowd with his "Musical" performance"
For further information, here.
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things to do: Pumpkin Picking, Hayrides and Westchester County, New York
- 10/07/08 10:33 PM
Westchester County, New York has it all. Check out our Orchards, our Nature Centers and our working farms where you can go apple picking or enjoy all of the fall activities for the kids. All within 20 minutes or so from mid Westchester County.
Outhouse Orchards, Hardscrabble Road, North Salem, New York through 10/31. 914-273-3188
Stuart's Farm - Everyday Apple Picking with 9 types of Apples, September to November, 10a-5pm 62 Granite Springs Road, Granite Springs, New York 914-245-2784
Wilkens Farm - Pumpkin Patch, Fridays, Saturday and Sundays 10-4:30pm1335 White Hill Road, Yorktown Heights, New York
Greenburgh Nature Center - Pumpkin … (0 comments)
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things to do: Town of Greenburgh Dog Park
- 10/06/08 10:37 PM
After several years of discussion New York State granted the Town of Greeburgh $43,000 to build a dog park. This dog park officially opened this week and is a state of the art dog park. There is an area for small dogs and there is an area for large dogs. There are trails that dogs will love. This dog park is located in E. Runsbrook Park which is a Town Park and will be maintained by the Town. Private donations are being requested from dog lovers and pet owners.
There is proper etiquette for dogs and dog owners going to a … (2 comments)
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things to do: Hilltop Hanover Farm
- 08/21/08 08:42 AM
Hilltop Hanover Farm was purchased by Westchester County in 2003 to preserve open space and provide Westchesterites with a place to become educated in environmentally sensitive practices. There are daily school visits, pre and after school programs and summer and vacation programs.
There are 134 acres of hiking trails in the forest, trail maps are availabe on the website. No dogs are allowed. On Septembe 1 each year the farm stand opens Thursday - Saturday from 10am - 6pm. The Farm Stand offers fresh farm grown produce, vegetables and fresh flowers. If you wish you can pick your own. This weekend check … (0 comments)
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things to do: Westchester County, New York Heritage Festivals
- 07/10/08 10:36 AM
Throughout the summer the Department of Parks of Westchester County is sponsoring heritage festivals, celebrating, Irish, Indian, Italian culture.
On Sunday, August 3rd, 2008 at the Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla and sponsored in conjunction with the Indian American Cultural Association of Westchester is the Heritage of India Festival. Some of the activities will be an Indian Merchanidise Bazaar, Mahendi (Henna) and Bridal Make-up, Indian Folk Dances, Indian Fashion Show and rides for the kids. Free Admission and Parking.
For further information and other festivals being held, here.
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things to do: Caramoor, A Garden of Music in Katonah, New York
- 07/02/08 10:33 PM
Caramoor is home to metropolitan New York's largest outdoor music festival. 80 acres of unique gardens that were recently restored are the background for a variety of outdoor musical events. Enjoy afternoon tea, May through October, in the summer dining room. Caramoor is located in Katonah, New York which is in the north east quadrent of Westchester County, New York
"Caramoor is known far and wide for the opulent riches and rewards of its International Music Festival, metropolitan New York's largest outdoor summer music festival.
The incomparably romantic Spanish Courtyard and the magnificently atmospheric and acoustically marvelous Venetian Theater, placed … (1 comments)
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things to do: Rhythm and Blues at the County Center in Westchester
- 07/01/08 11:25 PM
On Saturday July 19th at the County Center is Westchester they are featuring a Rhythm and Blues night. The County Center is centrally located and easily accessed by train as it is a short walk from the White Plains train station, or by car.
There will be a Temptation Revue with Dennis Edwards, You Are My Lady with Freddy Jackson among others. Doors Open at 6pm and the show starts at 7pm sharp. They serve refreshments. For further information, here. In case you can't make it here is a little sample:
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things to do: Hitchcock Returns! to the Jacob Burns Center in Westchester County, New York
- 07/01/08 10:31 PM
In Pleasantville, New York we are all lucky to have the Jacob Burns Film Center. They present the best of world and independent cinema every day. The Jacob Burns just celebrated it's 7th birthday. Starting on July 2nd through the end of the month they are presenting 16 Alfred Hitchcock movies. How every cool. You can check out the Jacob Burns Center on their main site, Jacob Burns Film Center for the other events throughout the summer.
For those of you who don't know Hitchcock was the master of suspense. His movies are just wonderful and if you look very … (0 comments)
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things to do: Recycle and Get Free Rides at Playland in Rye, New York
- 06/15/08 11:33 AM
Who would have thought collecting trash could actually be fun?
But fun it will be on Saturday, June 28 when kids who bring 100 or more used plastic bags to Playland will receive free rides as their reward. "Plastic Bag Day at Playland" is Westchester County's way of encouraging youngsters to start recycling and cleaning up their environment.
Any child who turns in 100 or more used and clean plastic bags at the recycling booth near the park's entrance will receive a Fun Card good for three free rides and a round of miniature golf redeemable any day this season. … (1 comments)
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things to do: Earth Day, Westchester County, New York
- 04/07/08 10:54 PM
Westchester County's Earth Day CelebrationKensico Dam Plaza, ValhallaApril 13, 2008,11am - 3pm
Discover practical and easy ways to make your home, the earth and Westchester County a cleaner, greener and healthier place to live - and have some fun at the same time. Admission and parking are free.
In addition to Westchester County holding an Earth Day many communities around Westchester County will also be holding their own Celebrations, Hastings-on-Hudsonm Bedford, Tarrytown, plus others will be added, schedules click below
Westchester County Earth Day Schedule.
Earth Day Schedules by Community
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things to do: A Wonderful Bakery in Ardsley, New York
- 03/30/08 10:19 AM
In the Westchester Section of the New York Times today is a wonderful article about a wonderful place in Ardsley. I am there at least two - three days a week and consider it to be the best bakery that I am aware of in Westchester County. All of their baked goods, cookies, cakes are just wonderful and not too sweet which is why I like it. The fun thing they do is make speciality cakes shaped like buildings, or like above a tennis court. The staff is always courteous and at the ready. Check out the website and if you … (2 comments)
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things to do: Neuberger Museum of Art, Purchase, New York
- 02/27/08 09:53 PM
"Presenting 12 changing exhibitions annually in addition to ongoing exhibitions from the permanent collections, the Neuberger Museum of Art offers visitors insights into the work of 20th century masters, and mid-career and emerging artists, as well as exposure to the county's only permanent exhibition of African art"
Miriam Bernstein, CRS, ABR, GRI, e-Pro, SRES Associate Broker, Licensed in the State of New YorkRE/MAX Prime Properties, Westchester County, New York 10583www.MiriamBernstein.com"Content of this blog is solely my opinion"
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things to do: 9th Annual Westchester County International Film Festival
- 02/25/08 08:56 AM
Annual Film Festival March 7, 8 and 9 at the City Center 15: Cinema De Lux in White Plains Come to the 9th annual Westchester County International Film Festival! The event kicks off Friday, Mar. 7 at the City Center 15 in White Plains. Films will run back to back starting at 1 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and from noon on Sunday. On Sunday, come to the special screening for the first-ever "Future Filmmakers" competition. About two dozen aspiring filmmakers from local high schools will get a chance to have their production shown in a professional theatre, on a full-size screen, … (0 comments)
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things to do: Paramount Center in Peekskill, New York
- 02/25/08 08:39 AM
The Paramount Center in Peekskill has a history in Westchester County that dates back to the 1930's. Some programs of note are:
March 8th, 2008 Savion Glove with McCoy Tyner Trio
March 22, 2008 The Four Tops
April 26, 2008 Jessye Norman
June 21, 2008 Patti LaBelle
For Special Events, Programs, to buy tickets and directions please check out their web site:
The Paramount Center for the Arts
Miriam Bernstein, CRS, ABR, GRI, e-Pro, SRES Associate Broker, Licensed in the State of New YorkRE/MAX Prime Properties, Westchester County, New York 10583www.MiriamBernstein.com"Content of this blog is solely my opinion"
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things to do: Greenburgh Nature Center
- 02/23/08 10:36 PM
Right in the middle of Westchester County, one minute from strip malls on Central Avenue is the Greenburgh Nature Center.
"The Center is a 33-acre woodland preserve with trails, pond, orchard, maple sugaring site and gardens. Our Manor House contains a live animal museum with over 120 specimens, a "hands on" discovery room, greenhouse, changing nature-arts exhibits, and a nature store"
Greenburgh Nature Center
Miriam Bernstein, CRS, ABR, GRI, e-Pro, SRES Associate Broker, Licensed in the State of New YorkRE/MAX Prime Properties, Westchester County, New York 10583www.MiriamBernstein.com"Content of this blog is solely my opinion"
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things to do: Greenburgh Nature Center and A Model Train Exhibit
- 12/09/07 09:58 PM
The Greenburgh Nature Center features a 33-acre woodland preserve, with live animals, a museum, a greenhouse with botanical exhibits, and a hands-on discovery room. The grounds are open from dawn to dusk throughout the year. Located in the Town of Greenburgh in mid-Westchester County, please visit their web site at Greenburgh Nature Center. From December 8 to December 18th they are having a SPECIAL HOLIDAY SEASON EXHIBIT- "TRAINS - YOUR TICKET TO THE GREAT OUTDOORS" Display of trains and posters mounted by the Westchester Model Railroad Club Railroads have always helped bring … (0 comments)
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things to do: Free Arts Day in Westchester County, New York
- 11/21/07 01:35 AM
On Sunday, December 9th the Westchester Arts Council will hold it's 7th Annual Free Arts Day. This day offers free admissions to museums, arts centers and historical sites all around Westchester County. This day is coordinated by Ronald McDonald House Charities, Bank of America, Con Edison (our local electrical company) and Walmart.
Throughout Westchester County there will be free operas, movies, and free addmission to the historical estates up and down the Hudson River. There will be free addmission to Sunnyside, Van Cortlandt Manor and Philipsburg Manor further information at Hudson Valley. The Jacob Burns Film Center will have a free showing at … (0 comments)
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